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INTRODUCTION

ONCE MORE it is our pleasure to greet customers, both old and new, and to wish them the best of every- thing for the coming year.

The past year has been such a busy one with us, that we cannot resist the temptation of telling you a little about it. To begin with, our business started out about as usual in January and the first half of February. About the middle of February, orders began coming nicely, and presently we found that our regular force was unable to take care of them. We doubled the force and finally trebled it. Even then, we were unable to quite keep up with our orders. Doubtless, some of you waited several days while we were filling. Practically our entire force worked taking care of orders. We worked overtime every day, and we worked Sun- days for about six weeks.

We are sorry that we kept anybody waiting a single day, and do not think this will happen again, because we are much better equipped now to handle a large amount of business than we were a year ago. But, on the other hand, we are very glad indeed to have had this nice lot of business, and wish to thank you for it.

As soon as the rush of orders was over, we put Out our Trial Grounds as usual, and all summer trained men have carefully studied every flower and vegetable that we sell. In this manner, we are able to keep in touch with the best of everything, to compare different strains of vegetables, and all sorts of new things, both in flowers and vegetables. It costs a good deal of money to do this, but we know of no other way to secure the results that we are now getting.

As a result of Trial Ground’s work, we are, this year, cataloguing two remarkable new varieties of Lettuce, Ohio Grand Rapids and Just-In-Head, as well as several other items of only a little less importance.

Our work in the flowers has been a continual delight. Space does not permit us to dwell on the many hundred va- rieties which we are listing, but we believe that we have a collection now of as choice varieties as can be found any? where. We have searched all of America as well as Europe for these things, and we are proud of the entire collec- tion. Our assortment of Gladioli is now one of the largest in the United States. The same thing may be said of our Iris and Peonies, and there are very few collections of Dahlias that are larger than ours. The past season has been ex- cellent for growing these bulbs, and we are indeed gratified with their appearance this fall.

The only serious disappointment that we have this season is in European^ vegetable seeds, and even in these we are reasonably well prepared, because last year we placed very heavy contracts in Europe, expecting to receive small de- liveries. We did receive even smaller deliveries than we expected, but even so, there was enough so that in many items we can furnish the highest quality of European stock, and we believe that our critical trade will appreciate this.

Our Bulb Department has been growing so nicely that it now requires quite a little land. This fall we have pur- chased a farm for the purpose of growing bulbs, and we now have planted perhaps twelve acres of Bearded Iris, a smaller amount of Japanese, and perhaps five acres of Peonies. We will also have, next year,^ a few acres of Gladioli, and prob- ably ten acres of Dahlias. This farm is located just outside the village of Mechanicsburg, on the Mechanicsburg and West Jefferson pike. Throughout the season we will be very glad to have visitors inspect these crops, and we hope in a few year’s time to have a very beautiful sight in these fields of blooming flowers.

Our Trial Grounds are situated right at the Seed House, and here we will be glad to show visitors our hundreds of tests of vegetables, annual flowers, etc.

We can be reached by rail, by changing at Springfield, Delaware, Milford Center, or by Auto Bus from Urbana.

GUARANTEE

It certainly would be impossible for us to continue in business if we did not satisfy our customers. The wish to continue in business is therefore a sort of a guarantee in itself. Any lot of seed which we send out and which is found unsatisfactory upon arrival, we will cheerfully take back and either refund the purchase price or send other seed, as our customers prefer. All our seeds are tested for germination before leaving our warehouse, and anything showing even a weak germina- tion is discarded entirely for seed purposes. Many delicate flower and vegetable seeds are very difficult to germinate, and in the hands of inexperienced planters will not grow, simply because proper conditions are not given them. Where any of our seeds fail to grow and we receive satisfactory evidence showing that the fault lay in the seed itself, we will cheerfully refund the purchase money.

Should we, by mistake, send out the wrong bulb to any customer, we will cheerfully correct the error. We do not think that any seedsman should be asked to do more.

O Rrices of many of the Field Seeds fluctuate so much in market that we have decided, instead of put- ting our prices in the catalogue at a high enough level so that we could be sure to maintain it * throughout the season, to use the Price List, which is independent of the catalogue, and this will

be found enclosed. We will change our prices as market conditions compel us to, thereby giving our customers the beneflt of any fall in prices, instead of beginning the season on a high level and maintaining it throughout as some other seedsmen do. In order to take advantage of our Price Lists, orders should be sent us immediately upon receipt of them. We usually change prices once a week, on Saturday.

Our Field Seeds are handled on as close a margin as is possible to maintain and stay in business. We treat every- one alike and make prices reasonable for everybody. On that account, it is impossible for us to make special prices to Grangers. Field Seed prices are absolutely net, and subject to no discount.

0¥ ¥¥¥^TIif "^6 try to make all shipments the day following receipt of order. Vegetable orders usu-

^ I r^lVl I ^ ally require a little more time than field seed orders. We believe thht we are equipped

^ handle any business that is given us as promptly as any firm in the United States.

Bulbs and Plants are sent in proper season only. You may safely order these at any time, and we will hold them until the proper time to ship.

It greatly facilitates our work if you will use our regular order sheets. Please specify whether you wish shipment made by freight or express. We have the Big Pour Railroad and the American

Express only. Be sure to state your county and railroad, as this facilitates your shipment.

On shipments prepaid by us, we use our own judgment as to the best manner, whether by Parcels Post or Express.

If your seed arrives short weight or damaged, have your agent mark conditions and shortage on your expense bill and send to us immediately. We will either assist you to file claim, or do so ourselves, but we cannot do this without having the expense bill properly marked.

May be made by Postoffice or Express Money Order, Registered Letter, Bank Draft, or personal check. Moderate amounts may be paid for with postage stamps. It is necessary for us to sell for cash. We accept checks at their face value, but if cash in some form does not accompany your order, we must either send C. O. D., or, if by freight, to attach sight draft to the bill of lading, payable upon arrival of the seed, and subject to your instructions. Go to the Bank, pay the draft and get the bill of lading, give it to the freight agent, and he will deliver the seed to you. This

method of shipment whereby we attach sight draft to the bill of lading is very satisfactory for our customers them-

selves, as they do not have to pay the draft until the goods arrive, neither do they have to pay at all unless the goods are satisfactory.

WE GUARANTEE SAFE ARRIVAL, BUT NOT THE DATE OF ARRIVAL-

ORDERS

REMITTANCES

THE WING SEED COMPANY, MECHANICSBURG, OHIO.

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GARDEN SEEDS

The growth of this department of our business has been extremely satisfactory with us. Up to last year, this de- partment had doubled in business each year. Last year it quadrupled, and we have every reason to expect still further increase this season. The heavy increase last year taxed our resources to the utmost to keep up, but this year we are prepared to easily handle three times the business that we did last season. . No business grows as rapidly as this one has for us unless the goods sent out are_ satisfactory. We know that ours simply have to_ give satisfaction, be- I cause we use extreme care in selecting them.

I In the first place, we grow all of our seeds ourselves, I under contract handled by the world’s experts in the dif- I ferent parts of the country where most successful results I can be obtained.

I In the second place, we keep careful check on each yeg- I etable that we sell through our Trial Grounds, It requires I over seven hundred vegetable tests a year to satisfy us.

I In the third place, we make careful germination tests I before sending any seed out, and stock that shows a weak I germination is discarded.

K Please notiee the generous size of all our paekets, also i the moderate priee charged for everything in this depart-

■ ment. We would emphasize the fact that we have not

■ lowered quality from the very highest possible point in

■ order to give you moderate prices.

WHOLESALE DEPARTMENT

A year ago we opened up a wholesale department in . vegetable seeds and supplied quite a good many dealers. We are in position to meet any competition in this line, pro- vided that you will consider quality. We do not put out if boxes, as we do not like this method of selling seeds, but we will sell any amount, large or small, of bulk seeds, in the highest possible quality and at reasonable prices. Please write for our Dealer’s Price List.

GARDENERS

We are prepared at all times to furnish Market Gar- deners with large amounts of seed of the very best qual- ity, and think that we can meet any competition, either in » quality or price. Please ask for Market Gardener’s Price List.

A year ago, we offered special prizes at the Ohio State

(Fair for exhibits which won over all entries using our seeds. That is, in order to obtain our money, the ex- hibitor must defeat all comers who used anybody else’s seed, ^ and he must also be the best in the class of our own I growers.

P We are pleased to announce the following premiums, ■ which were won using our seeds :

■ General display of Vegetables, First Premiums $40.00

■ BEETS — Display of single varieties, one First Premium, ■ and two Third Premiums.

■ CABBAGE — Display of single varieties, one First Premium, ■ five Second Premiums and four Third Premiums.

K CELERY — Display of single varieties, five First Premiums. ■ Display of ten varieties. First Premium.

■ CARROTS — Display of single varieties, two Second Pre- ■ miums, and one Third Premium.

K EGG PLANT — Display of single varieties, one First ■ Premium.

B PARSNIP — Best display, one premium.

B PEPPERS — Best display, one premium.

B SALSIFY — Best display, two premiums.

SQUASH — Display of single varieties, one First Premium,

one Second Premium, and three Third Premiums. TOMATO — Display of single varieties, ten First Pre- miums, two Second Premiums, and two Third Premiums.

CULTURAL DIRECTIONS

We enclose some simple cultural directions in our veg- etable and flower seed. These directions apply to our own latitude of forty degrees, and in places very far to the north or to the south of us, they should be modified to suit local conditions.

SEEDS PREPAID

We prepay postage or express on all vegetable or flower seeds ordered by packet, ounce, quarter-pound or 'pound, to any part of the United States or its Colonies. Quan- tities ordered above amounts given, at purchaser’s expense. When ordering by Parcel Post, please include postage with order. We guarantee safe delivery, no matter how the goods are shipped. For tables showing Parcel Post rates in effect November 1, 1917, see page 3, This will show you the approximate amount of postage to add when ordering by Parcel Post.

Special Prices on Large Amounts of Seeds

Thousands of our customers found last year that it was vastly cheaper as well as more satisfactory to grow their own vegetables instead of buying them. No veg- etables bought on market, or canned, are as delicious as those from your own garden. Plant a garden this year, both for the purpose of decreasing the high cost of living and in order to have more delicious vegetables.

Customers will please not forget to sign their names and to give both their postoffice and shipping point verj'^ plainly. We advise them to keep a copy of their order for comparison. If any error is made in filling, we will gladly rectify it upon advisement.

Special Premiums Offered for 1918

In order to acquaint additional customers with the high qualitv of all our seeds and bulbs, we offer the following premiums :

With each $2.00 worth of vegetable or flower seeds, when requested, as a special free premium, your choice of the following ;

First — Field Seed Premium, which consists of one ounce each of Alfalfa, Dakota 30; each variety of our Soy Beans; each varietv of Our Seed Corn; Winter Vetch; Bromus Inermis; Tall Meadow Oats; Meadow Fescue.

Second — Fifty cents’ worth of your choice in any Bulbs. Collections must not be included.

Third — Your choice of fifty cents’ worth of other Vege- table or Flower Seeds, not included in your paid order. Collections must not be included.

We wish to make it worth while for our customers to work for us among their neighbors, and to accomplish this we make the following offer :

For each Two Dollar order which you send us for neigh- bors’ seeds, we will give you a coupon redeemable in fifty cents’ worth of either Field, Vegetable or Flower Seeds or any Bulbs. 'This offer does not include collections.

This offer is not a money-making proposition, but is made solely to acquaint your friends with the superior quality of our seeds.

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REFERENCE TABLES

Q,uantity of seed requisite to produce a

Quantity per acre.

Artichoke, 1 oz. to 500 plants 6 oz.

Asparagus, 1 oz. to 800 plants.

Asparagus Roots 1000 to 7250

Barley 1 to 2 bu.

Beans, dwarf, 1 pt. to 100 ft. of drill. 1 “

Beans, pole, 1 pt. to 100 hills Vz “

Beet, garden, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 7 lbs.

Beet, Mangel, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 5 “

Broccoli, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants 2 oz.

Brussels Sprouts, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.2 “

Buckwheat % bu.

Cabbage, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.

Carrott, V4, oz. to 100 ft. of drill ZYz lbs.

Cauliflower, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.

Celery, 1 oz. to 15,000 plants.

Chicory 4 lbs.

Clover, Alsike 8 to 10 “

“ Alfalfa or Lucerne 15 to 20 “

“ Mammoth and Medium. 10 to 15 “

Collards, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.

Corn, rice (shelled) 2 qts.

Corn, sweet, pt. to 100 hills 6 “

Cowpea, in drills 1 to 2 bu.

Cress, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill 12 lbs.

Cucumber, 1 oz. to 100 hills 1 to 3 “

Dill, 1/3 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 5 “

Lgg Plant, 1 oz. to 2,000 plants 4 oz.

Endive, Y, oz. to 100 ft. of drill 4% lbs.

Gourd, 2 oz. to 100 hills.

Grass, Blue Kentucky 40 lbs.

“ Blue Canada 40

“ Hungarian and Millet 50 “

“ Meadow Fescue 35 “

“ Mixed Lawn .50 to 70 “

“ Red Top Fancy 8 to 10 *

“ Timothy 12 “

“ Orchard, Perennial Rye and

Wood Meadow 30 **

given number of plants and sow an acre.

Quantity per acre.

Horse Radish Roots 10000 to 15000

Kale, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants, or 200 feet of drill.

Kohl Rabi, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill... 4 lbs.

Leek, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill 4 “

Lettuce, V4, oz. to 100 ft. of drill 3 “

Melon, Musk, 1 oz. to 100 hills. . .1 to 3 “

“ Water, 4 oz. to 100 hills. l^/^ to 4 “

Nasturtium, 2 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 15 “

Okra, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 8 “

Onion Seed, % oz. to 100 feet of

drill 4 to 5

Onion Seed for Sets 40 to 80

Onion, Sets, 1 qt. to 40 ft. of drill... 8

Parsnip, oz. to 100 ft. of drill 3

Parsley, Y4, oz. to 100 ft. of drill 3

Peas, garden, 1 pint to 100 feet of

drill lto3

Peas, fleld 1 to 2

Peas, Sweet, 4 oz. to 50 feet.

Pepper, 1 oz. to 1,500 plants.

Pumpkin, % qt. to 100 hills 3 to 4

Radish, % oz. to 100 feet of

drill 10 to 12

Ruta Baga 2 to 4 “

Rye ItolVz bu

Sage in drills 4 to 5 lbs,

Salsify, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill 8 “

Spinach, Vz oz. to 100 ft. of drill.... 8 “

Summer Savory % “

Sunflower 8

Squash, Summer, 4 oz. to 100 hills... 4 “

“ Winter, 8 oz. to 100 hills.... 4 “

Tomato, 1 oz. to 2,000 to 3,000 plants. Tobacco, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants.

Turnip, 1 oz. to 250 ft. of drill. . .1 to 3 Vetches, Winter 30 to 40 “

bu.

lbs.

bu.

lbs.

Standard Weights of Various Articles

Per bu.

Barley 4 8. lb?.

Beans 60 “

Buckwheat 4 8 “

Clover Seed bO “

Corn, field, shelled.. 5 6 “ Corn, field, on ear ..70 “ Corn, sweet, sold by measured bushel.

Grass, Timothy
Hungarian
Millet, common. . . .
Millet, German or
Golden	. 50
Peas, smooth
Peas, wrinkled
Rape
Rye
Sugar Cane (Sor-
ghum)
Vetches or Tares	. 60

We Sell the Following Articles by Weight Grass, Rhode Island Bent. Creeping Bent.

Red Top Fancy.

Tall Meadow Oat. Awnless Brome. Orchard.

Hard Fescue.

Red or Creeping Fescue.

Tall Fescue.

Sheep’s Fescue. Meadow Fescue or English Blue Grass. Perennial Rye.

Wood Meadow. Kentucky Blue. Canadian Blue.

PARCEL POST MAP

TABLE SHOWING PARCEL POST RATES
	ONE POUND	WO POUNDS	THREE POUNDS	POUR. POUNDS	FIVE POUNDS	EACH ^mONAL POUND
SECOND ZONE	ft. os	ft .06	ft .07	ft .08	ft. 09	ft .01
THIRD ZONE	.06	.08	.10	.12	.14	.oz
FOURTH ZONE	.07	.1 1	.15	.19	23	.04
FIFTH ZONE	.08	.14	20	26	.32	.06
SIXTH ZONE	.09	•1?	25	.33	.41	.08
SKv^NTH ZONE	.11	.21	81	.41	.51	:io
EIGHTH .ZONE	,\Z	J24	.36	,48	.60	.12

Ask for Market Gardeners* Price List.

THE WING SEED COMPANY, MECHANICSBURG, OHIO.

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Good Seed Is Very Scarce and Prices are Naturally Higher

Than Ever Before

But seeds will not cost as much in proportion as high priced food stuffs, for the reason that a very small in- vestment in garden seeds and garden supplies yields a greater return than almost any other investment im- aginable.

One of our enthusiastic town customers did a little calculation on the cost and profits of his garden, which we think will help illustrate the point. He states that his garden seeds and seed potatoes cost him about $4.00, the dressing and fitting of the ground about $4.50, and other sundry expenses about $2.00, making a total expenditure of $10.50. In return he received for his investment, and for the recreative work that he put in evenings caring for and harvesting his crops, 17 bushels potatoes, worth $20.00; Beans, Onions, Cabbages, Carrots, Salsify, Celery, Parnsnips, and other winter crops, to the value of about $9.00, canned goods valued at $10.00. He estimated that the value of the produce used through the summer months, if bought on market, would amount to at least $18.00, making a total of $56.00.

You may figure the profit yourself, and you may also estimate his time caring for the crop at a high figure (al- though he does not think this right) and still show a profit of from two hundred to three hundred per cent. Not only is the garden profitable, but it is a pleasurable duty to grow a good garden when the demand is for conser- vation.

Make the most of your garden by closely estimating the amount of each vegetable that you will need, and by selecting varieties for succession through the entire sum- mer. Make your garden last as long through the winter as possible by growing crops that can be stored and canned.

Since the seed supply is short and the prices higher than usual, only buy sufficient seed to fill your needs, and thus eliminate waste and help us to make our supply reach around to all our old and new customers,

ORDER EARLY

We hope to be prepared to fill all orders promptly, but experience has taught us that the early orders are the most satisfactory to our customers and to ourselves.

Although the seed crop is short, the quality of our seeds is as good as ever, and we hope to have enough to supply all of our retail market gardeners and wholesale trade in almost every line. However, if we ask you to substitute one variety for another, you may be sure that it is not because we are taking advantage of you, but because we are out of this variety and feel that our substitution would satisfy you. In fact, it is only a matter of good business to satisfy our customers in quality and prices.

Please State in Your Order if We May Substi- tute on Any Seeds which are Sold Out.

Spargel ASPARAGUS Esparrago

CONTRARY to popular belief it is quite possible to grow this most delicious spring vegetable from seed. Sow the seed in early spring in good rich soil where you wisii it to stand, or in beds for transplanting. Prepare a very careful seed bed and sow in rows eighteen inches apart and two inches deep. Better success will be had if the seed is soaked in warm water before planting. Thin to one inch apart, and give very careful cultivation through the entire summer. The following spring the plants will be ready for the permanent beds. Spade these beds deeply and enrich well with stable manure. Set the plants four inches deep, one to two feet apart, in rows four to six feet apart. Cultivate thoroughly the first season. Each spring a heavy application of manure should be given, with some salt to keep down the weeds. Wood ashes are also very good. Cultivate frequently until the plants meet in the rows. In cutting, remove all shoots, no matter how small. In the fall the tops, when ripe, should be cut and burned. Do not cut the shoots too late in the season. One hundred plants should, with care, supply an ordinary family.

BONVAIiL.ET’S GIAIVT — An improved Palmetto producing stronger, more vigorous shoots. Extremely rust re- sisting and coming into bearing a year sooner than other varieties. The season lasts longer than any other variety. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.00.

COLUMBIAN MA3I3IOTH WHITE — A white stalked vari- ety, very large, tender and almost as fine fiavored as the green stalked sorts. Pkt.. 5c; Oz., 15c; 14 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

CONOVER’S COLOSSAL — The oldest and best known va- riety. Large green stalks, early and tender. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Yi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

EARLV GIANT ARGENTEUIL — The standard French Asparagus. It is rust resistant, vigorous and of fine fiavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.00.

PALMETTO — A standard variety. Large green stalks, early, prolific and tender. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; 14 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

ASPARAGUS ROOTS

We offer only the best selected stock and vigorous growing plants. We offer 500 roots at 1,000 rates ; 50 roots at 100 rates.

Varieties.	Postpaid	East of	By ;	Express Not
	Rocky Mountains.		Prepaid.
	Doz.	• 100	100	1000
Bonvallet’s Giant		$2.00	$1.50	$10.00
Colossal		1.40	.90	7.00
Columbian Mammoth		1.50	1.00	8.00
Argenteuil		1.50	1.00	8.00
Palmetto	25	1.50	1,00	8.00

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THE WING SEED COMPANY, MECHANICSBURG, OHIO.

Bohnen

Habichuala

Although beans win grow on almost any kind of soil, no crop will respond more readily to fertile soil and cultivation. Well rotted manure is best, as fresh manure will often make them run to vines. Plant in well fitted ground late enough in the season so that the ground is warm and dry. Sow in rows two to three feet apart, and thin to three to six inches apart. Cover one and a half to two inches deep. Cultivate shallow and frequently up until time of blooming. Avoid working among the Beans when they are wet, as it tends to make them rust. Lima Beans should not be planted until the latter part of May. Pole Beans are planted in hills four feet apart each way. A quart of Limas plants 100 hills; of the smaller sorts, 200 hills. A quart of Snap Beans plants 150 feet of drill.

BUSH BEANS-WAX PODDED

BURPEE’S NEW KIDNEY WAX — (Illustration No. 7.) Moderately early. The pods with us, about six inches, flat, very meaty, brittle, with no strings and a good yield. The quality of this Bean is excellent. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

BURPEE’S STRIN GUESS WHITE WAX — A white seeded wax bean, superior to Davis’ White Wax in yield and quality. Pods are straight, of a bright lemon-yellow, brittle, meaty, and entirely stringless. Highly recommended to canners and truckers because of its great yield and beautiful appearance. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

CURRIE’S RUST PROOF GOLDEN WAX — Very early. This variety has handsome, flat pods, moderately meaty, flve inches long, with some strings. The yield is unusually heavy. We find it to be entirely free from rust. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

DAVIS’ KIDNEY WAX — The midseason sort, pods six inches, smooth, fairly meaty, has some strings. The yield is excellent. This variety is excellent used dry for baking. As a string bean use while the pods are young. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 41c; 2 Lbs., 74c; 15 Lbs., $5.00.

GOLDEN EYE WAX — Early and productive. Pods five inches, flat and meaty. There are some strings. Very hardy and rust proof. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

GOLDEN WAX IMPROVED — (Illustration No. 5.) Medium early and productive. Pods are about four inches, thick flat to semi-round, meaty, stringless, very rust resistant. Ours is the best Grenell strain. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

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HARDY WAX — (Illustration No. 2.) This is a round podded wax bean, quite similar to Round Podded Kid- ney and Brittle Wax. It is a fair yielder, good quality and practically stringless. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

HODSON WAX — Late, but very vigorous and hardy. Pods are large, brittle and very tender. Free from rust and very prolific. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

KEENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN WAX — Fairly early. An improved Golden Wax that is entirely rust-proof. The vines have short runners; the pods are five inches long, fiat, brittle and quite stringless. A superior sort for shelling, rich and delicious. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

KEENEY’S STRINGLESS REFUGEE WAX — One of the very finest dwarf wax beans. The pods are five inches long, round, meaty, very tender and with no strings. The quality is excellent and the yield is splendid. A standard canning variety. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 41c; 2 Lbs., 74c; 15 Lbs., $5.00.

NEW SURE CROP STRINGLESS WAX— (Illustration No. 9.) Early, very vigorous and drouth resistant. Pods five inches, round, meaty and tender. A new variety

gaining very rapidly in popularity. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb.. 45c; 2 Lbs.. 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

BLACK PENCIL POD WAX — Early, productive, medium length pods, round, meaty, stringless. Pkt., 20c; I Lb , 41c; 2 Lbs., 74c; 15 Lbs., $5.00.

PROLIFIC GERMAN BLACK WAX — Early. A round podded bean of very good quality. Meaty, stringless and a very good yielding variety. One of the longest podded of the Black Wax varieties. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

ROUND POD KIDNEY WAX— (Illustration No. 8.) One of the best midseason sorts. The same as Wardwell’s Kidney, but with round pods. Pods long, meaty and stringless. An excellent yielder and much used as a canning variety. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30

BRITTLE WAX — Very early. The pods are almost round, five inches long, meaty, very tender, brit- tle and stringless. A splendid yielder. (Crop failure.)

WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX— (Illustration No. 3.) Very early. Handsome, long, yellow, flat pods, fairly meaty and quite stringless. Heavy yielder. Excellent for home use and widely used by market gardeners. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

GREEN PODDED BUSH BEANS

BOUNTIFUL — (Illustration No. 1.) Very early. Pods five inches, flat and loose; not very meaty, but prac- tically stringless. An excellent yielder and a sure cropper. Extensively used as a field crop for soup beans. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 34c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.65; 60 Lbs., $14.50.

EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE! — From ten days to two weeks earlier than the Late Refugee and of the same high quality. Pods five inches long, round and meaty. A splendid yielder and a good shipper. Pkt., 10c; Pt., 25c; . Qt., 40c; Pk., $3.00.

BOSTON SMALL PEA— A standard field variety that yields very well, produces small, white beans, suitable for soup or baking. One of the best for this purpose. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 34c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.65; 60 Lbs., $14.50.

UFORDHOOK FAVORITE— (Illustration No. 4.) Early. 1 One of the best both in yield and in quality. Pods are I large, thick-meated, round, very tender, absolutely free » from strings and fine flavored. The beans are white 1 and are splendid either for snap or soup beans. Pkt., ^ 20c; 1 Lb., 41c; 2 Lbs., 74c; 15 Lbs., $5.00.

FULL MEASURE! — A new main crop variety of great merit. Medium early; pods five inches, round, meaty, stringless and of excellent quality. Very productive and an excellent shipper. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 36c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.40.

; HORTICULTURAL DWARF OR CRANBERRY BUSH—

Late and productive. Broad, flat, loose, stringless pods. ' The beans are buff splashed with red and are chiefly used for shelling. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

KEENEY’S STRINGLESS GREEN REFUGEE! — An exact duplicate of the old 1,000 to 1, except that it is a week earlier and absolutely stringless. It yields well, is splendid for the market gardener and very desirable for canners on account of its profusion of small round pods of fine flavor and perfect stringlessness. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

LONGFELLOW — Very early. Pods long, straight, meaty, green. Some strings. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 68c; 15 Lbs., $4.60.

RED VALENTINE EXTRA EARLY— Moderately early. Pods four inches, round, meaty, and has some strings, but the flavor is unsurpassed. Yield is good and the variety is very much liked by gardeners. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

REFUGEE or THOUSAND TO ONE— Late. Vines of vig- orous growth, producing a great abundance of long, round, fleshy, greenish-yellow pods. Very much used for canning. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 39c; 2 Lbs., 72c; 15 Lbs., $4.80.

STRINGLESS GREEN POD — (Illustration No. 6.) Very early. The most widely grown of any of the green podded bush beans. Round podded, thick meated, ten- der and stringless. A very good yielder. Too much can hardly be said in praise of this variety. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

GIANT STRINGLESS GREEN POD— This bean matures about a week later than Extra Early Red Valentine and makes a good succession with Stringless Green Pod when planted together. The plants are of strong growth, pods round, thick-meated, brittle and string- less. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 36c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.40.

POLE OR RUNNING BEANS

Note reasonable prices.

These varieties are of vigorous running growth and need stout poles or wire supports on which to climb, i They are later than the bush beans, but are also more

growing, vigorous and hardy. Pods golden-yellow to creamy-white. Excellent quality. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

^ productive, and their being up on poles makes them easier f to pick.

I BURGER’S STRINGLESS GREEN POD— Decidedly earlier 1 than Kentucky Wonder with a longer season of pro- i ductiveness. The handsome pods are borne in clusters, 'c' are six to eight inches l6ng, meaty, tender, fine flavored and entirely stringless. Very prolific. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

. DUTCH CASE KNIFE — A very prolific, loose climbing pole i bean. Pods are broad, flat, loose and of excellent qual- ity. A good corn bean and can be used either for snap, m shelled or dry shell beans. The beans are white in ■ color. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 34c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.65; P 60 Lbs., $14.10.

s GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX — very handsome variety, V with pods six inches long, flat, snaps very well, and f produces its pods in large clusters. Vines large, strong

KENTUCKY WONDER or OI.D HOMESTEAD— One of

the most popular and practical of the green podded pole beans. Very large, dark green pods, meaty, ten- der, stringless and deeply “saddle backed.” Will con- tinue to bear to the end of the season. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

KENTUCKY WONDER WAX — Equal in quality to Old Homestead, but the pods are broad and a golden waxy color that makes them very attractive. This variety is likewise an abundant yielder and we consider it the best of the yellow-podded pole beans. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

LAZY WIPE — A midseason sort. The pods are about four inches, green, flat, fairly meaty and stringless. The beans have a rich buttery flavor when cooked while young and make excellent winter shell beaais., Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30,

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TE3N1VESSEE GREEN POD — A medium early, well known i and popular bean in some regions of the country. Ex- ceptionally long pod, plants quite large and prolific. Pods are flat and of fine flavor. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 34c;

2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.65^

WHITE CREASE-BACK — A popular early, green-podded variety, meaty, stringless and of good quality. The pods ripen at the same time and the yield is very heavy. The beans are white and are very good to shell for winter use. I-kt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

Lima Challenger.

BUSH LIMA BEANS

BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA — A true bush form of the Large White Lima Bean. Fairly early, pods of good size and well filled. Strong plants with thick stems, furnishing a good support. The quality is excellent and also the yield. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 42c; 2 Lbs., 72c; 15 Lbs., $4.95.

BURPEE’S IMPROVED BUSH LIMA— An improved strain of the Burpee Bush Lima, having larger pods and larger beans, more of them being borne in a pod than with the older strain. This variety is also earlier than the Burpee’s Bush, maturing a week before it. A very heavy yielding Lima of fine quality. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

PORDHOOK BUSH LIMA — This variety is decidedly our preference among the Bush Lima Beans. It is nearly as early as any. The pods are about four inches long, of medium size, well filled, the beans very thick, ten- der and of fine quality. The plants are very robust, never coming into contact with the ground. With us it yields continuously all summer, in this respect superior to any other sort. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 78c; 15 Lbs., $5.30.

HENDERSON’S BUSH LIMA OR DWARF SIEVA — The

earliest of the Bush Limas and valuable for that rea- son. The plants are small, of compact growth, and the short green pods bear three or four of the small “butter beans,” The quality is excellent and the yield is good. This variety is very free from mildew. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 70c; 15 Lbs., ?4.60.

POLE LIMA BEANS |

CARPENTERIA — Pods are about four and one-half inches long, medium sized, one containing about four beans. ; An extra good yielder, the beans being not quite so large around as some other varieties but very plump, of a beautiful green tint, and of exceptional quality. l‘, One of the earliest varieties. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb,, 37c; 2 1

Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

CHALLENGER — Dreer’s Improved or “Potato” Lima, The i! vines are vigorous and productive, but pods mature |t later than the flat varieties. The pods are about four j inches in length and the beans are very plump and of i the finest quality. Pkt,, 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; ■,

15 Lbs., $4.10. I

IDEAL POLE LIMA— A selection of the Large White | Lima, and very similar to it. The pods are large and well filled and the beans are of the flat type, white with a slight greenish tinge. The yield is good and the quality excellent. Matures early enough for main crop. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

KING OP THE GARDEN LIMA — This is the largest of the Limas and is one of the best for the main crop.

It is a very strong grower and very large podded, the pods being very uniform. The beans are medium to large, flat, greenish-white in color. It is a heavy yielder and a variety that climbs and produces until the end of the season. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb,, 37c; 2 Lbs., 62cr 15 Lbs., $4.10.

LARGE WHITE LIMA — The old standard strain. Rather late, large podded, beans flat and large. A splendid yielder. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

EARLY LEVIATHAN — This variety is very valuable on account of its early maturing quality, making it very useful in situations where frost would catch a less hardy sort. It is the earliest of the large Pole Limas. ; The beans are medium sized and plump; very produc- tive. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10. j

SEIBERT’S EARLY — A vigorous grower, hardy and early, j A fine variety for northern climates. It produces an abundance of medium sized pods well filled with large plump tender beans of excellent quality. Pkt., 20c;

1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

SMALL SIEVA OR CAROLINA — The “Butter Bean” of the South. A very early variety producing small pods with three small beans of fine quality. A very good yielder. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 37c; 2 Lbs., 62c; 15 Lbs., $4.10.

Spargelkohl BROCCOLI Broculi

This vegetable is very similar to the Cauliflower, but being hardier can be grown farther north. Sow as early in the spring as the ground can be worked, in shallow drills, and when four inches high transplant to rows two feet apart each way. Culture is the same as for cabbage and the same insecticides should be used for insect attacks.

LARGE EARLY FRENCH — The most dependable variety. Plants are very hardy, producing medium sized, com- pact heads of good quality. Pkt., 25c; Oz., 90c; % Lb., $3.00.

Rosenkohl BRUSSELS

SPROUTS Bretones de Bruselas i

Brussels Sprouts are miniature cabbages borne on the side of a plant stalk. Handle the same as cabbage, transplanting to rows two feet apart each way. In this i' latitude must be started early in order that they may | mature. j

LONG ISLAND IMPROVED — A splendid variety much grown for the New York market. Dwarf habit, prolific ■; and of very flne quality. Pkt., 30c; Oz., 90c; ^ Lb., $2.50. !

PARIS MARKET — A standard variety, half dwarf, very prolific, the sprouts being small, hard and of very good ij flavor. Pkt., 30c; Oz., 90c; % Lb., $2.50; Lb., $8.00. j

KELWAY’S PROLIFIC — As the name implies the stem of | this plant bears an abundance of Sprouts, which are |j round, tightly folded, and hard. Develops quite um- j formly and are of good quality. Pkt., 30c; Oz., 90c;

% Lb., $2.50; Lb., $8.00.

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Rube beet

Remolacha

Beets are best planted on rather light, rich, well manured soil. For early use, plant such sorts as Detroit Dark Red and Crosby’s Egyptian in hot beds, transplanting later to out of doors. Sow outside as early as the ground will permit, one inch deep, in rows eighteen inches apart. For winter use, sow the turnip varieties in June, covering two inches deep. Store the roots in cellar, covering with sand or light soil, or bury them in pits such as are used for potatoes. Sow seven pounds of seed per acre.

BASSANO — Early. Beets are

turnip-shaped, smooth, and of a light red color. Flesh is tender, pink, zoned with white. The young tops are excellent for greens. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 85c;

Lb., $3.00.

BASTIAN’S EARLY BLOOD TURNIP — Largest of the turnip-shaped beets. Tops purple, flesh blood red with lighter zones. Very tender and remains in its prime a long time Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Y4 Lb., 85c; Lb., $3.00.

CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN— A very early, round shaped beet. Large size for an early beet and remains in its prime for a long time. The light red meat is attractively zoned and of the flnest quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 85c; Lb., $3.00.

‘ DETROIT DARK RED TUR- NIP— Deservedly a most popular sort. Early, top- shaped, deep red, zoned at- tractively with lighter shade. Excellent either for home use or market gar- deners. Flesh tender and sweet. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; Vi Lb., 95c; Lb., $3.50.

Detroit Dark Red.

EARLY BLOOD TURNIP — A large turnip-shaped beet with large purple tops. Smooth and even with blood-red flesh of good texture. Later than Detroit Dark Red. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.50.

DEWTNG’S IMPROVED BLOOD TURNIP — Largely used for main crop; tops me- dium sized; roots turnip-shaped; flesh crimson, zoned with lighter shade. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; ^ Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.50.

ECLIPSE — Very early. Tops small; roots round, smooth, dark; flesh bright red, attractively zoned and of good quality. An excellent early beet, either for home use or for bunching for market. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; ^ Lb., 65c; Lb., $2,501

EDMAND’S BLOOD TURNIP — Early. Round, medium sized, uniformly smooth and of good quality. An excellent market beet. Color lighter than Detroit Dark Red. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.50.

EXTRA EARLY EGYPTIAN — A splendid variety for forcing or for first early crop outdoors. Small tops; turnip shaped, flat bottomed, blood red color and very smooth. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.50.

HALF LONG BLOOD — The well known variety for winter use. Half long, deep red, smooth and of splendid quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.50.

KELWAY’S CHOICE DWARF DARK (New) — We believe this is the very best half long beet that we ever saw. It has large purple tops, roots very dark col- ored, smooth, uniform, very sweet, and of the best flavor. A splendid exhibition variety or good for the home table. Our strain comes direct from the orig- inators and our stocks are simply as good as they can possibly be. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; % Lb., 95c; Lb., $3.50.

SUGAR BEETS

Sugar Beets require the same culture as Mangels, excepting that they may be grown somewhat closer together. While they do not attain the immense size of the Mangels, their nutritive value is higher, and this makes up to some extent for the difference in yield.

GIANT HALF SUGAR ROSE — ^Largely used for stock feeding. Large tops; roots half long, rose colored, half out of ground. Highly nutritious and a good pro- ducer. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.80. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., $1.60 per Lb.

KLEIN WANZLEBEN — The standard sugar factory beet and also very extensively used for feeding. It is said to be a great milk producer. Roots larger than Vilraorin’s Improved, tapering, white, and mostly underground. A heavy yielder. Pkt, 6c; Oz., 16c; hi Lb., 60c; Lb., $1.80. Express not paid, 16 Lbs., $1.60 per Lb.

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LANE’S IMPERIAL — Chiefly Used for feeding. Large tapering roots, smooth, rose colored; flesh snow-white, fine grained and very sweet. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.80. Express not paid, 15 lbs., per lb., $1.60.

VILMORIN’S IMPROVED— Used both for feeding and by the sugar factories. Tops large; roots half long, large, smooth, even grayish-white in color, and grows mostly underground. Flesh is white, and contains about six- teen per cent sugar. A very good yielder and one of the best keepers. Our stock is grown in France and is the best obtainable. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.80. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., per Lb., $1.60.

Chinese Cabbage.

CHINESE CABBAGE

PE-TSAI (Improved Chinese Cabbage.) This delicious new vegetable may be eaten as a salad, or, better yet, boiled and minced with butter. In appearance it re- sembles a Cos lettuce more than a cabbage. It is very easily grown and does well in all parts of the country.

Sow at turnip planting time in rows eighteen or twenty! inches apart and thin to eight inches in the row. Pkt ’ 10c; ^2 Oz., 30c; Oz., 55c; Vi Lb., $2.00. ’’j

MANGEL WURZELS

Stock Beets are splendid feed for stock in winter and] shoud be used more extensively in this country. They] require a rich, deep soil that has been deeply plowed and] well manured. Sow in May or June in rows eighteen] inches to two feet apart, and thin to eight inches between plants. Dig the crop as soon as frost occurs. They may' be stored by heaping six feet deep on a dry sloping situa- tion, Covering first with bags or canvas, then six inches' deep with straw or fodder and over that a light layer of earth. When this layer of earth becomes frozen cover with more, and in this way the roots will not heat, but will be kept in perfect order. Sow about six pounds of seed per acre.

GIANT YELLOW INTERMEDIATE— A v.ery large, long, smooth variety that grows over half out of ground, making it very easy to harvest. The skin is golden- yellow color and the flesh creamy-white and sweet. A good keeper and a very heavy cropper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.35. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., per Lb., $1.25.

GOLDEN TANKARD — Large, smooth, yellow variety, growing two-thirds out of ground. Neck and tap root small, yellow meated, and not quite so large as Giant Yellow Intermediate. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.35. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., per Lb., $1.25.

KELWAY’S CRIMSON KING (New)— The grower claims for this Mangel not only a good yield and ease in harvesting, but the best feeding qualities of any vari- ety grown; they say the stock will leave other vari- eties for it. We put this into stock last year for the first time, tested it out in our trial grounds this sea- son, and it gave us perfect satisfaction. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.35. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., per Lb., $1.25.

MAMMOTH PRIZE LONG RED — A very heavy cropper. Tops large; roots long, crimson color, borne two-thirds out of ground; flesh white tinted with pink. Pkt., 5c; Oz., I5c; Vi Lb., 40q; Lb., $1.35. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., per Lb., $1.25.

Swiss. Chard or Spinach Beet

This variety of beet makes only tops and is used ex- clusively for greens. Only a few plants need be used, as they will continue to grow all summer in spite of fre- quent cuttings. Sow early in the spring in rows sixteen inches apart, and thin to twelve inches between plants.

LUCULLUS — The plants grow from. two to two and one- half feet tall, with stems as thick and broad as Rhubarb, and ten inches below the leaves. These may be cooked and served the same as Asparagus, and are very de- licious. The leaves are very crumpled and are cooked like Spinach.. 9kU 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., $1.00. Lb., $3.50.

HERBS

ASUPPLY of herbs will be found very useful and necessary. They may be freshly gathered for flavoring soups, meats, etc., or tied in bunches and dried for use during the winter.. In some cases the seed is saved. These can be dried and threshed when ripe. Varieties marked with an asterisk (*) are hardy perennials and need not be replanted except when old plants become exhausted.

ANISE — Seeds aromatic and carminative. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

BALM — For culinary purposes. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 45c.

BASIL — Sweet. Culinary herb used for flavoring soups, etc. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

BORAGE — Leaves used as a salad. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 45c. ^CARAWAY — For sowing. Used in flavoring liquors and bread. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

'*=CATNIP — Has medicinal qualities. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 30c CORIANDER — Seeds aromatic. For sowing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

DILL — For sowing. Seeds used for flavoring vinegar. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

*PENNEL — Sweet. Seeds aromatic; for flavoring. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

^HOREHOUND— Has medicinal qualities. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 45c.

HYSSOP — Has medicinal qualities. Pkt., 10c; Oz.. 45c.

*LA VENDER (True) — For oil and distilled water. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 60c.

MARJORAM — Sweet. Is used in seasoning. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 45c.

'*=ROSEMARY — Yields an aromatic oil and water. Pkt., 10c; Oz., $1.00.

^RUE — Said to have medicinal qualities. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 75c.

SAFFRON — Is used in medicine, and also in dyeing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., SOc.

SAVORY — Summer. Is used as a culinary herb. Pkt., 10c; Oz., SOc.

'*=SAGE — Broad leaf. A culinary herb; also used in medi- cine. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 45c.

*THYME — Broad-leaved English. Is used as a season- ing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 90c.

<=WORMWOOD — Has medicinal qualities. Pkt., 10c; Oz.,

60c.

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Kohl CABBAGE Col Repello

C'ubbuse iu Our Trial Grounds.

CABBAGE requires a fairly rich soil, well manured and well drained. Good seed is extremely important with this crop. Our stocks come from the best growers and are vastly superior to common seed. Start the plants in hot- beds and set out as soon as danger of freezing is over, planting twelve to eighteen inches apart in rows two to three feet wide. Frequent and thorough cultivation should be given. The green worms can be controlled by using pyrethrum pow- der, Hammond’s Slug Shot or Paris Green. Root maggots can be killed by digging out a cup-like hole around the stem and applying kerosene emulsion or some similar insecticide. Planting the ground to some other crop for several sea- sons is the surest remedy for the disease called club-root. To prevent cabbage fly, dust with air slaked lime, wood ashes or tobacco dust.

FIRST EARLY VARIETIES

COPENHAGEN MARKET— Matures about July 1st. This variety appears to stand in a class by itself. It is the very earliest sort in our trial g-rounds, and also one of the very best. Uniform, with splendid sized heads; round, and with only moderate amount of loose or out- side leaves. We believe this to be the very best early cabbage on the market today, and we know our stock to be of the very best. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 75c; H Lb., $2.60; Lb., $9.00.

EUREKA FIRST EARLY — A splendid first early variety for those who like a fiat headed cabbage. Heads are small, fiat, compact and very uniform. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; ^ Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

EXTRA EARLY EXPRESS — Pointed, solid heads that ripen about with Early Jersev Wakefield. A good earlv variety. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; % Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD — Deservedly one of the most popular early varieties. Small heads are very solid, conical and with few waste leaves. Our stock is of the best and runs very true and uniform. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 60c; % Lb., $2.10; Lb., $8.00.

EARLY SPRING — Flat, medium large, very solid and oc- cupying a small amount of space A splendid first early, flat-headed cabbage. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; % Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

SECOND EARLY AND INTERMEDIATE SORTS

ALL HEAD — This is undoubtedly one of the best second early cabbages. The heads are large, flat, solid, with a moderate amount of waste leaves. It is well adapted for kraut, and by planting late may be used for a winter cabbage. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; ^4 Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

ALL SEASONS — A very uniform arid dependable variety that matures a little later than All Head. Heads are flat, solid, and the quality is very fine. Equally good for a winter cabbage if planted late, and from this fact it gets its name. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; % Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

BRUNSWICK — Late summer sort; large, uniform and de- pendable. Similar to but a little larger than Early Summer and Early Flat Dutch. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; % Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

CHARLESTON or LARGE WAKEFIELD— This variety is a strain of Early Jersey Wakefield that matures ab.out ten days later and produces heads about twice as large. It is not so pointed, but grows equally as solid. A stancmrd sort, and our seed is of the best strain. Pkt.r 20o; Oz„ 70c; H Lb., $2.50; Lb:^ $8.60.

GLORY OF ENKHUIZEN — Matures about July 5th to 10th. In our trial grounds no other cabbage maturing at the same time as this quite equals it. The heads are splendidly uniform, round, very attractive in ap- pearance and the heaviest variety which w’.e have at that time. Splendid either to market or for home use. Our stock of this great variety simply can’t be beaten. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

EARLY DW'ARF FLAT DUTCH— A large, smooth head- ing, second early -sort; short stemmed and hardy. Later than All Head; a standard variety. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; ^ Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

EARLY SUMMER — A large Drumhead cabbage maturing ten days later than Wakefield. Heads are large, flat and solid. One of the very best second early sorts. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; ^ Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

EARLY WINNINGSTADT— Heads about like Wakefield, but later. The bluish-green leaves are very resistant both to hot sun and to insect attacks. Very solid and uniform. A splendid kraut variety. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c;

- H Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

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Copenhagen Market.

IMPROVED AMERICAN SAVOY — A little later than the Early Ulm, larger, equally as good in quality and it stands hot weather better. Leaves are very crinkled, making a striking looking cabbage. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; ^ Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

IMPROVED LARGE RED DUTCH — A standard variety. Heads of large size, slightly rounded, seven to eight inches in diameter. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD — A large, deep headed sort with few outer leaves and of very good quality. A sure cropper whose excellence is well known by gardeners. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

MAMMOTH ROCK RED — The largest and surest heading of the red cabbages. Medium length stem; head medium large, round, solid, and of a handsome dark red color that is carried into the heart. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; Lb-. $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

PREMIUM PLAT DUTCH — A standard winter vari- ety; large headed, late, flat, very solid and of ex- cellent quality; a splendid keeper. Can be grown from seed sown out of doors. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c;

AUTUMN and WINTER SORTS

AUTUMN KING or WORLD BEATER— One of the largest fall varieties, flne for exhibition or for kraut, but somewhat lacking in quality and not a very good winter keeper. It yields enormously, and has a small amount of outer leaves. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 75c; Lb., $2.60; Lb., $9.00.

DANISH BALL HEAD (Short Stemmed) — This splendid cab- bage is an improvement on the old tall stemmed strain, the stems being short with the solid ball-like heads borne close to the ground. Otherwise it is the same as the parent strain. Ours is the best Denmark seed. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 75c; % Lb.. $2.60; Lb., $9.00.

DANISH BALL HEAD WINTER (Tall Stemmed) — Standard win- ter cabbage because of the heavy, ball-like heads of superior quality. Its keeping qualities are unexcelled, and while the heads are not as large as some, they will outweigh those of any other variety, size considered. This variety has been grown for many years in Denmark, where it is prized above all others. Our seed comes direct from the best Danish growers. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 75c; Vi Lb., $2.60; Lb., $9.00.

SAVOY EARLY ULM — One of the earliest and sweetest of the Savoy leaved cabbages, with large, round, solid heads. The leaves are very crinkled and the quality is excellent. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

Volga.

Vi Lb., $1.60; Lb., |6.00.

Danlih Ball Head*

SUCCESSION — Equally good as a second early sort or as a winter cabbage. The large, flat, solid heads mature about a week later than Henderson’s Early Summer. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; V4. Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

SUREHEAD — One of the best main crop varieties, maturing a week earlier than Premium Fat Dutch. Nearly every plant will produce a large, flat, solid head and the quality is splendid. A very dependable sort. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

VOLGA — This variety came originally from Russia and is remarkably early for a cabbage that produces such large, well formed heads. For main crop it can be planted as late as July 1st with the assurance that an abundance of large heads will be matured. It is very solid and a splen- did keeper. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 55c; Vi Lb., $2.00; Lb., $7.00.

CORN SALAD or FETTIGUS

A hardy vegetable that makes a very refreshing and de- licious winter salad. Sow thinly in rows from August to October, and before cold weather sets in protect with a light mulch of straw or coarse litter. The leaves will be ready to use in the late fall and early winter. One ounce will plant thirty feet of drill. The richer the ground the better success will be had. . , X .

LARGE §EEDBD<>^Thd best known variety. Pkt., 5e; Oz.. lab; H Lb., 2Bo; Lb., 76o. - - -

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Improved Long; Orange.

Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; %

Chantenay Carrots.

Mohren CARROTS Zanahoria

This delicious and nutritious vegetable is not appreciated as it should be. Properly cooked, it is a great delicacy. Its feeding qualities for stock are excellent. A sandy soil is best, but any good rich soil will produce good crops. Sow in early spring in rows fifteen to eighteen inches apart and thin to three to four inches, according to size of variety. Cover the seed only half an inch and give careful cultivation throughout the season. They may be eaten either when a half inch or so in diameter or when fully grown.

CHANTENAY — A medium early, productive variety of very fine quality. Root five inches long, two and a half inches in diameter, deep orange, fine grained, flavor excellent. One could hardly say too much in praise of this very popular variety.

Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

EARLY SCARLET HORN— A small early variety suitable either for forcing or early garden use. Roots three inches by two, attractive orange color and very fine quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; i/4 Lb., $1.00;

Lb., $3.50.

IMPROVED DANVERS HALF LONG — A splendid market carrot and also fine for home use. Half long roots about 6 hy 2Vz inches, smooth • and of good quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; H Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

LONG RED or LONG ORANGE IMPROVED — The standard late vari- ety, very productive and of good quality. Roots pointed and often twelve inches long, fairly smooth and of a deep orange color. Often used for stock feeding. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

NEW AMSTERDAM FORCING — A new and quite distinct variety, unsurpassed for forcing under glass and for early market grown in the open. The roots are very uniform, about four inches long by an inch and a quarter in diameter, straight, with a blunt end and very small tap root. The flesh is of superior quality, crisp and sweet, without stringiness, and the core is very small. The foliage is very light, averaging but six inches in height. Pkt., 10c; Oz.,

30c; 1/4 Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

OXHEART or GUERANDE — About three inches long, two inches in diameter. Rather conical shape, quite early. It has excellent qual- ity. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; % Lb., $1.00; Lb.. $3.50.

LONG WHITE BELGIAN — Very large white variety that is used for stock feeding. Especially relished by horses. Grows half out of ground and is very productive. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 55c; Lb., $2.00.

RED ST. VALERY — Often called Pointed-rooted Danvers, grows very smooth and regular, being two to three inches in diameter and ten to twelve inches long. It tapers gradually. Has a deep rich color and is very desirable for table or feeding. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; ^

Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

Blumenkohl CAULIFLOWER Coliflor

Culture the same as for cabbage excepting that they require more moisture and will respond readily to a very fertile soil. The later vari- eties must be planted very early in order to mature. One ounce of seed will produce 1,500 to 2,000 plants.

Danver’s Half Long.

Danish Snowball.

EARLY SNOWBALL — The early maturing strain of short leaved Snowball type of Cauliflower; also as reliable and dependable as any variety grown The heads large, solid and beautifully white. Our stock is grown by an expert in Denmark, selected with great care, and we are sure is unsurpassed by any. Pkt., 35c; % Oz., $1.25; Oz., $4.25; ^ Lb., $16.00.

EXTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT — An early variety of dwarf habit that is largely used for forcing. A vigorous grower and a sure header. Pkt., 25c; Oz., $1.25; Oz., $4.25; % Lb., $16.00.

DANISH GIANT — A later variety than the two above, but very drouth resistant and makes a larger head. Pkt., 35c; Vi Oz., $1.25; Oz., $4.25; ^ Lb., $16.00.

LARGE ALGIERS — A late sort that is sure to head and frost resistant. The large leaves protect the heads admirably. Excellent quality and very popular. Pkt., 15c; % Oz., 40c; Oz., $1.26; % Lb., $4.00.

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Sellerie CELERY

CELERY SEED shotild be sown indoors frona February '2'Oth to April 20th, or. outdoors in April. Cover lightly, keep the beds moist, almost to wetness, and the temperature should not exceed sixty degrees. Outdoors it is sometimes necessary to furnish partial shade with lattice work that admits about half the sunlight. Keep the small plants well watered and free from weeds. Transplant when four inches high, cutting off the tops as well as part of the roots. The soil must be rich and moist or else water should be available for irrigation. Trans- plant the last of June or first of July, although it is sometimes possible to mature a crop set out as late as the middle of August. In setting dig wide trenches six inches deep, four to six feet apart. Set the plants six inches apart, packing the soil firmly about the roots. Water often and keep the weeds down by cultivation and hoeing. Blanching is done by heaping up with soil or with two wide boards placed on each side of the rows and held in place by stakes or wire hoops at the top. The latter method is necessary when blanching in hot weather for the early market. Be careful not to disturb the plants while wet, as this increases the tendency to rust.

EASY BLANCHING — A new second ea^-ly variety of dwarf“habif, which comes to maturity just after Golden Self Blanching. Very compact, easily blanched to a white, crisp bunch of fine fiavor. Of good keeping qualities. Pkt., 15c: Oz., 80c; 1/4 Lb., $2.65; Lb., $10.00.

COLUMBIA — For the home garden or market, this variety is coming very much into favor because of its superior qualities. Ripening about with the Golden Self Blanching, with stalks very thick and almost round, it makes an excellent showing on the home table. Blanches to an almost golden-yellow and has a nutty fiavor. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 40c; i/4 Lb., $1.35; Lb., $5.00.

EVANS’ TRIUMPH — One of the best of the large, late sorts. It blanches nearly white, crisp, tender and of fine fiavor. A splendid keeper. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 40c; 14. Lb., $1.35; Lb., $5.00.

FORDHOOK EMPEROR — A new celery of the true dwarf type and easily blanched. Plants average fifteen to eighteen inches high, stalks smooth and very thiok. Color white tinged with yellow when blanched, and the flavor decidedly nutty and the stalks crisp. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 80c; ^ Lb., $2.65; Lb., $10.00.

.GIANT PASCAL — An easily blanched and fine keeping large late sort. Requires the entire season to mature, is a good shipper and a good market sort. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 40c; Yi Lb., $1.35; Lb., $5.00.

GIANT WHITE SOLID — A large growing, vigorous sort, of splendid quality, that matures a little earlier than Giant Pascal; blanches to a golden-white. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 40c; Yi Lb., $1.35; Lb., $5.00.

GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING — The most popular variety grown. Although the stalks are large and heavy, they blanch excellently and the flavor is excelled by none. In color it is beautiful golden-yellow. Our seed of this variety is French grown. American grown seed of Golden Self-Blanching celery never gives satisfactory results. Pkt., 20c; Yz Oz., 80c; Oz., $1.50; i/4 Lb., $5.50; Lb., $20.00. WHITE PLUME — Very early and very easily blanched. Its attractive appearance makes one of the best early market varieties, although it does not keep quite so well as Golden Self-Blanching. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 40c; ^ Lb., $1^35; Lb., $5.00. WINTER Q,UEEN — One of the best keepers, making it valuable for late winter and spring markets. Has the largest hearts of any celery, is creamy-white, and of splendid quality. Pkt.,

15c; Oz., 40c; % Lb., $1.35; Lb., $5.00.

CELERIAC

Sow seed the same as for celery. Transplant into rows two feet apart and thin to nine inches in the row. Cultivate thoroughly. It is not necessary to earth up.

LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE — This is the most popular variety with American growers. Roots nearly globular, comparatively smooth, with few roots at the bottom, flavor excellent. This variety excels all others in appearance, size and quality. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; 14,

Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.50,

CHICORY

The roots, dried and ground, are used as a substitute for coffee, also are very palatable cooked. Sow early in the ’ spring in rows eighteen inches apart and thin to six inches between plants. The plants are perennial and spread from the roots.

LARGE ROOTED OR COFFEE— The largest rooted variety. Pkt.,

10c; Oz., 15c; Yt Lb., 50c.

WITLOOF OR FRENCH ENDIVE — This variety makes a delicious winter salad much like Cos lettuce. The long parsnip-like roots are lifted in the fall and forced indoors or else stored and set out in the spring to produce the deliciously tender leaves. Sow the seed in June in rows 12 to 18 inches apart, the plants being not closer than three inches. In November lift the roots, cut back the tops to two inches, and then store in a cool place until time for forcing.

Plant in a trench 16 or 18 inches deep and lYz inches apart, leaving about 8 inches above bottom of trench. Pill trench with light, rich soil and, if quick growth is desired, mulch with manure. In a month the heads are ready to be cut with a small portion of the root at- tached. If planted outside in the spring, plant in rows 28 inches apart, where they will produce delicious, creamy-white leaves,

Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 60c.

COLLAR DS

Sow seed as for cabbage, in June, July and August for succession.

When a month old transplant in rows a foot apart each way and cultivate thoroughly.

GEORGIA — This is the principal Southern variety used for greens; grows vigorously with light green leaves somewhat resembling, cabbage, but borne only in a cluster and not heading. Pkt., 5c;

Oz., 20c; Y4. Lb.. 70c: Lb., $2.50.

Golden Self-Blanching.

White Plume.

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Speise Mais SWEET CORN Maiz Dulce

PLANT either in hills three feet apart each way, or in rows three feet apart, with one or two stalks every ten inches. Break off suckers and give careful cultivation. For succession we use Peep-O-Day, Golden Bantam. Wing’s Golden Sugar, Early Evergreen and Country Gentleman. Planted at the same time these varieties follow each other, making a nice succession.

ADAMS EXTRA EARLY — An early selec- tion of the Early Adams, maturing for us July 27th. The quality combined with its vigorous growth, hardiness and at- tractive appearance make it a good early variety, especially in the South. Fodder six feet, ears seven inches, well filled with white, smooth kernels. Pkt., 10c;

1 Lb., 27c; 2 Lbs., 40c; 15 Lbs., |2.40.

BAXTA3I EVERGREEN — When once you have tasted a yellow grained sweet corn no other will ever again satisfy you. On that account there have been developed numerous strains of the yelldw grained type, covering the different characteris- tics of early, second early, and late white varieties. Bantam Evergreen is one of this kind. It has the good qual- ities of the Early Bantam but is a much heavier yielder. Ears eight to ten inches long with twelve rows of delicious and tender yellow grains. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 76c; 15 Lbs., ?5.25.

BLACK 3IEXICAN — A standard midseason variety, maturing for us July 27th. Its deliciously sweet flavor more than makes up for. the bluish-black color which it turns on maturing. Fodder medium tall; ears long and slender; rows straight and kernels rather flat. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c;

2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., |4.50.

Wing’s Golden .Sugar.

CORY (Extra Early or Red Cob Cory) — A standard early market sort, maturing for us July 20th. Fodder six feet; ears six inches, grain medium width with little air space. A very attractive early corn. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 35p; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.75.

COLU3IBUS MARKET — The success of this corn in the w’ay of the demand caused for it may in large part be explained by the fact that the variety has combined the productiveness and qualities of an evergreen corn with the early maturity of a late second early. Ears ten to twelve inches long, carrying sixteen rows of fine large, deep, white and very sweet grains, which are unsurpassed in the matter of tenderness and flavor. The variety may be classed as a good early evergreen. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

COUNTRY GENTLE3IAN — One of the sweetest and best of the late varieties; matures for us August 7th. Fod- der seven feet; ears eight inches; cobs small and thick- ly covered with deep, pearly-white grains that are ir- regular in arrangement, not being arranged in rows. Very productive and a splendid market variety. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 76c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

CROSBY’S EARLY — A second early variety that is ex- tensively used for early canning. Medium sized fodder; ears medium length; kernels deep, sweet and tender. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

WING’S GOLDEN SUGAR (Originated by Wing, 1915) — We claim for this new Sweet Corn all the good qualities of that wonderful variety. Golden Bantam, with the added advantage of an ear one and a half times as long. It has the same luscious sweetness and delicacy of flavor possessed by Golden Bantam. Up to this time Golden Bantam has been acknowledged as the sweetest and best eating variety of Sweet Corn grown. Its disad- vantage was a rather small ear. Wing’s Golden Sugar

has an ear one-half larger, is every bit as sweet and nice in every way, matures at almost exactly the same time, has a little larger, more vigorous fodder. Cus- tomers who have purchased this seed from us have been very enthusiastic, and we look for this variety to assume large proportions within the next few years. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 76c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

ADA3IS EARLY — Matures August 1st. Fodder seven feet; ears eight inches; well filled, with no air space; grains broad, deep and white. A good market variety; mid- season in maturity. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 30c; 2 Lbs., 44c; 15 Lbs., $2.70.

EARLY EVERGREEN — A variety possessing the good qualities of Stowell’s Evergreen and maturing fully a week earlier, about August 1st. Fodder about seven feet; ears seven inches or over; kernels deep, narrow, tender and very sweet. Stays in its prime a long time. A splendid home garden or market type. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

GOLDEN BANTA3I — Matures for us July 23d. Ears six inches; fodder five feet. This variety stands in a class by itself, no other variety that we know of, excepting Wing’s Golden Sugar, anywhere near equaling it in sweetness and quality. It is good enough to suit the most critical. The ears are only moderate sized, but we consider the variety productive. The grain is rather broad; the ears well filled out without air space. We recommend this variety simply to eat. It is too good to sell. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 76c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

EARLY 3IA3I310TH — A very productive, late ripening, second early variety, maturing for us about August 4th. The fodder is medium height; ears long, taper- ing; kernels large and sweet, protected by a heavy husk. A splendid variety to plant late for late market. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.75.

Golden Bantam.

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Kendal’s Giant.

Early ETergreen.

EARLY MINNESOTA — A splendid second early variety that comes in just after Cory, maturing- about July 27th. Fodder six feet; ears eight inches, slender, with little air space; kernels broad, fairly deep, and of a fine sweet flavor. A very attractive mar- ket corn. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.75,

HOWLING MOB — This is a splendid second early sweet corn, with medium sized ears, measuring from seven to nine inches and having twelve to fourteen rows of good sized, pearly-white kernels. The quality is extra sweet and tender and combined with its extreme productiveness makes this variety one of the best all around kinds for either the home or the market gardener. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

KENDAL’S EARLY GIANT — A large eared second early variety that matures about August 1st. Fodder seven feet; ears seven inches, thick, with no air space; kernels in regular rows, broad, deep, creamy-white and very sweet. An attractive looking sort to sell and better than the average to eat. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.75.

LATE MAMMOTH — A very large, vigorous growing late sort, matures about August 17th. Fodder eight feet; ears often ten inches long, uniform and tapering; grain me- dium sized and sweet. The very largest of the sugar corns and very productive. Pkt., 15c; Lb.,

40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

MAMMOTH WHITE CORY— The largest and most productive of our extra early sorts. Fodder four feet; ears six inches, straight rowed with little air space; kernels very wide and of good quality. A splendid early market corn, maturing about July 17th. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c;

15 Lbs., $4.50.

PEEP-O-DAY — A favorite extra early variety, ma- turing about July 20th. Short fodder, bearing often two ears to one stalk; ears six inches; kernels plump and white in even rows. A very fine early market corn, tender, and good to eat.

Pkt., 15c; Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 56c; 15 Lbs., $3.75.

PERRY’S HYBRID — A popular Eastern variety.

Matures about August 1st. Fodder seven feet; ears eight inches, rows straight; grains medium large and sweeter than average sorts. Pkt., 15c;

Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN — The standard main crop variety for either home use or the canning factory. Matures about August 7th. Fodder seven feet; ears eight inches; kernels medium sized, deep, tender, but not so sweet as some other varieties. Very productive and remains in its prime a long time. Pkt., 15c; Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs.,

76e; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

WHITE EVERGREEN — A pure white strain of Stowell’s Evergreen that is especially valuable for the canning industry. It matures with Stowell’s and in other characteristics very closely resembles the parent strain. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb.,

40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

ZIG ZAG EVERGREEN — A variety combining the productiveness of the Evergreen and the fine eating qualities of the Country Gentleman. The stalks grow to good height, bearing large ears of excellent quality. This corn is very pro- ductive. Ripens about with Evergreen. Pkt.,

15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 66c; 15 Lbs., $4.50.

I»OP CORN

Q,UEEN’§. GOLDEN — A smooth yellow variety that is very prolific and of excellent quality. The grains pop perfectly white and very large. Ears six inches, well filled; kernels smooth, and a rich golden color; cob white. Usually bears two ears to a stalk. Pkt., 10c; Lb., 30c. Express not paid, 15 Lbs., '18c per Lh.

WHITE RICE — An old standard variety that ma- tures a little earlier than Queen’s Golden. The ears are shorter; kernels deep, sharp and of a pale yellow color. Very prolific and of excellent quality when popped. Pkt., 10c; Lb., 30c. Ex- press not paid, 15 Lbs., 18c per Lb.

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Fordhook Famous.

PLANT when the ground is warm, in hills three feet apart for the smaller sorts and four feet for the larger vari- eties. A fertile 'soil is best and it should be well worked. To kill the beetles sprinkle on the ground, as soon as the plants appear, ashes or tobacco dust mixed with turpentine, taking care that the vines are not killed by a too generous application.

ARLINGTON WHITE SPINE— A very attractive and pop- ular sort in the South. Medium sized, early, a heavy yielder and cuts well. Pkt., 5c; Oz„ 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

COOL AND CRISP — Unusually attractive, white spine va- riety, very early, long, slender, rather pointed, and cuts above average. Good either for pickling or slic- ing. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

CUMBERLAND — A hardy variety of white spine type, producing very freely, the color gray-green. It is thickly covered with small, fine spines, except on the extreme stem end, and the surface is roughened in the manner desired for pickling. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^4 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

DARK GREEN ARLINGTON — This variety combines the special qualities of a hothouse cucumber with the hardiness of outdoor sorts and is a very valuable sort. The vines grow vigorously and set on a heavy crop which are ready to pick only a few days later than the extra early, sorts. The shape is long and uniform. Color a rich dark green. The color is held until nearly ripe so that no better colored slicing cucumber is grown. The fiesh is crystal white, crisp and of excel- lent quality. This variety is highly recommended to market growers who have a critical market where a premium is paid for extra appearance and extra qual- ity. Length as a slicer seven to nine inches. Also rec- ommended as a forcing sort for hothouse or frames. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 60c; 1 Lb., $1.80.

DAVIS’ PERFECT — A splendid, new variety, adapted either to greenhouse or outdoor use. When grown out- doors, frequently good enough to sell as hothouse fruit. Popular with market gardeners on account of its splen- did quality and because it frequently sells above market price. It is long, slender, smooth, with excellent color, and cuts above average. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

EARLY CLUSTER — Small vines that are very productive through a long period. The short, light green fruits borne in clusters of two or three, make the very finest sort of early pickles and are often used for slicing as well. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

EARLY RUSSIAN — One of the earliest varieties; .fruit about three inches long and very satisfactory for pickles, if kept gathered when young. Pkt., 5c; Oz.. 15c; Vi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

■ EARLY SHORT GREEN — An excellent variety for pickles, very early, producing well; is also adapted to slicing. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c;' ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

EXTRA EARLY WHITE SPINE — An unusually attractive and very popular variety. Excellent for forcing and a heavy yielder, commanding the highest market price. It is productive, of good size, very smooth, and cuts unusually well. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

FORDHOOK FAMOUS — An unusually attractive early sort, very long, slender, dark green and somewhat pointed; the fiesh is very thick and crisp; seeds few, and the fiavor delicious. The vines are uniformly pro- ductive throughout the season. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

GREEN PROLIFIC — Most highly esteemed for producing medium sized pickles, which, if kept picked, will pro- duce an abundance of fruit through a long season. Especially recommended to gardeners. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $1.80.

IMPROVED LONG GREEN — A standard sort, adapted especially to long pickles, for which purpose it is excel- lent. The bulk of the crop of this variety matures rather late. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; ^ Lb., 70c; Lb., $2.00.

JAPANESE CLIMBING — Vines are unusually strong and throw out tendrils, making it suitable for training on trellises. Fruit is long and well formed, suitable either for pickles or slicing. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

KLONDIKE — A good strain of white spine, very popular in the South for shipping North; very dark green, smooth, retains its color well. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

LIVINGSTON’S EVERGREEN PICKLING— A hardy, pro- lific variety, excellently adapted to pickling and also satisfactory for slicing; a good producer. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

NICHOL’S MEDIU3I GREEN — A standard, old variety suitable either for pickles or slicing. Good quality and a good yielder. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

SNOW’S PICKLING — This is one of the early varieties which makes the finest of pickles. Used exclusively by certain growers fgr this purpose. Is a square-ended sort, of excellent quality. We have especially choice selected seed. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $1.80.

WESTERFIELD CHICAGO PICKLE — A decidedly popular pickling variety that frequently commands more than market price. It is universally used by the great pickle manufacturers. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00.

WTEST INDIA GHERKIN — A small oval variety, suitable for pickles only. It produces heavily; surface is de- cidedly rough; length about two to three inches. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60.

EARLIEST OF ALL — The earliest of any strain of White Spine grown. For slicing the fruits are six to seven inches long, straight, square ended, color the equal of any cucum- ber, and of the finest fiavor. A highly selected strain with strong blood, making it a very vigorous grower. For pickling it has been pronounced the finest ever grown for this purpose. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 60c; Lb., $1.80.

EVERBEARING — An early and very prolific variety, suitable for pickles, Fruit small, of good quality, and if kept gathered* very prolific, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15o; H 60o; Lb., $1.60.

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CRESS

Sow as early in spring as the ground can be worked, in good soil. Make shallow drills sixteen inches apart; cover seed one-half inch, pressing the soil down firmly. Thin to four or five inches apart in the row. For succession plant every two weeks. Use as salad before the flowers appear.

Watercress may 'either be started in pans or boxes of very moist earth and then transplanted to the bank of streams or pond where you wish* them to grow, or the seed may be lightly covered with soil along the borders of streams. It can be grown in tubs of good soil in a shady place, if plenty of water is given.

BROAD-LEAVED WINTER OR UPLAND— A hardy perennial which stays green nearly the entire year; will do for use very early in the spring; eaten like lettuce or boiled like spinach. Pkt., 5c; Oz„ 15c; 1/4 Lb., 50c.

CURLED OR PEPPER GRASS — An excellent flavored variety which may be cut two or three times. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c. TRUE WATERCRESS — The well-known perennial, aquatic plant, very prolific and easily grown, with a mild pungent flavor, rel- ished by nearly every one. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 45c; Vi Lb., $1.50.

Eierpflanze EGG PLANT Berengena

SOW in hotbeds early in spring, transplant when weather is warm and perfectly settled; set plants about three feet by two feet. When cutting the fruit, be careful not to destroy the roots of the plants. One ounce of seed produces 1,000 plants.

LONG PURPLE — A very early maturing, productive variety. Rich purple color with long fruit and excellent quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 70c; 1/4 Lb., $2.50; Lb., $9.00.

NEW YORK IMPROVED LARGE PURPLE — A standard variety with large fruit, oval shaped and smooth, deep purple, early, pro- ductive and of good quality. Pkt., 25c; Oz., 70c; Vi Lb., $2.50; Lb., $9.00.

New York Improved Purple,

BLACK BEAUTY — Entirely spineless variety, ten days earlier than New York; attractive in form, broad and thick, purple color, a desirable variety for northern gardens. Pkt., 25c; Oz., 70c; Vi Lb., $2.50; Lb., $9.00.

Lowenzahn DANDELION Diente de Leon

Sow early in spring or up to June in good, warm soil, one-half inch deep, eighteen inches apart, and cultivate well. They are ready to cut the following sirring. They may be blanched by placing a couple of boards over the rows V-shaped, excluding the light and rendering them far superior to the wild varieties.

CULTIVATED OR FRENCH COMMON — A decided improvement on the wild dandelion, being almost double its size, very early and vigorous. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c; Vi Lb., $1.25.

GOURDS

Culture is the same as for Spinach. Rapid growing climbers, making good trellis covers, and the fruit being in-

teresting and ornamental.

DIPPER — Used for dippers, grows about twelve inches long, will last for years, holds one to four pints. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

JAPANESE NEST EGG — The size of a hen’s egg; used for darners. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c.

SUGAR TROUGH— Has hard, thick shell, light, durable

and strong; holds about six or eight gallons. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

MIXED— Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c.

ORNAMENTAL GOURD — A choice mixture of the orna- mental sorts, many of them being very curious and in- teresting both in form and markings. Pkt., 10; Oz., 30c.

Green Curled Winter*

Endivien ENDIVE Endivia

ONE of the best fall and winter salads. It is easily blanched, crisp, tender and of fine flavor. For early u§e sow the middle of April, for later use sow from June to August in rows fifteen to twenty-four inches apart, thinning to eight inches apart. When desired for use tie the leaves up so that they will blanch, or cover with boards in the same manner as described for dandelions.

BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN — The broadest leaved variety, the leaves being much the same size and shape as a large dandelion leaf. The inner leaves form a sort of head that blanches out very nicely. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

EVER WHITE CURLED — Light green, curled leaves that blanch out very easily. Very decorative and of fine qual- ity. Pkt., 10c; Oz.. 35c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

GREEN CURLED WINTER — Very similar to White Curled except that the leaves are a dark green and are more finely divided and curled. The center blanches to a creamy-white. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50. LARGE CURLED PANCALIER— The largest of the curled sorts, but not so curly as Green Curled. It is earlier and more erect, the leaves growing so thickly in the center as to almost blanch themselves. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $3.60.

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Knollkohl KOHL RABl Col Rabano

IN growth this vegetable is half way between the turnip and cabbage. Cooked like turnips they are very delicious, the flavor being somewhat milder and the (luality finer. Sow early in the spring, in light, rich soil; the rows should be eighteen inches apart; thin to six inches apart in the row. Cultivate like cabbage. For succession, sow every two weeks until hot weather, when they fail to do well. For fall use seedings can be made in July.

EARLY "UTIITE VIENNA — A short leaved, early variety that is of much finer quality than the Large White. The roots are best used when they are only two or two and a half inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

EARLY PURPLE VIENNA — Very similar to White Vienna except that the root and leaves are purple and some- what larger. It is also a little later. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

Porree oder Lauch LEEK Puerro

This plant belongs to the onion family and is used in soups or boiled like asparagus. Sow on good onion soil very early in the spring in drills six inches I apart and one inch deep, thinning to six inches in the row. The earth should be drawn up around them when culti- vating. They may be stored in a cool cellar in winter. BROAD SCOTCH or LONDON FLAG — A hardy variety with large, broad leaves and of excellent quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

GIANT MUSSELBURG — Has thick, long stems, very sweet, and has a mild flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

LARGE CARENTAN — A standard market variety of large size, sometimes growing three inches in diameter.

KALE or B

These plants are extensively used, especially in the South, for garnishing and greens. They are of the cabbage family, do not form heads, but furnish an abundance of attractive green leaves. Seed may be sown from April to October, being handled the same as cabbage, except that some of the varieties will stand a good deal of frost. The young shoots which come up from the old stalks in the spring make excellent greens.

DWARF GREEN SCOTCH CUHLED — Produces an abun- dance of finely curled. Parsley-like leaves that are very hardy and resistant, staying in their prime for a long time. A heavy yielder and extensively grown, especially

Kohl Rabi.

Flavor mild, and very hardy. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

DOBBIE’S CHAMPION — This variety has a very long neck, thick and meaty. The quality is very good, hav- ing a delicious flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

ORECOLE

in the South, for shipment. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

TALL GREEN SCOTCH CURLED — Very similar to the Dwarf Green excepting that leaves are a brighter green, a little coarser, and are borne at the top of a stalk two feet from the ground. It is of good quality and so hardy that a light frost improves rather than injures it. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; 14 Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

SIBERIAN — A very vigorous, hardy variety that may be sown in September for spring greens. It is of dwarf habit, with large, bluish-green leaves; not so finely curled as the Scotch Curled varieties. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.25,

Lattich L K T T U C E Lechuga

Lettuce likes a moderately moist, fertile soil. Seed may be sown as early as the ground is fit, sowing every two weeks for succession. The heading varieties should be thinned to eight inches apart, but if heads are not wanted leave the plants two inches apart to grow in a mass. For winter use, sow under glass from November to February. Keep in a moderate temperature, giving as much light and air as possible. From time of seeding to maturity is forty or fifty days. One ounce of seed will produce 3,000 plants.

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HEADING VARIETIES

The popular belief that Head Hettuce is difficult to grow is entirely wrong. All that is necessary is to select proper varieties, thin the plants to eight inches in the row, and give careful cultivation.

JUST-IIV-HEAD — This is a new variety introduced by us for the first time this year, and we are perfectly safe in saying that this is one of the greatest head lettuces ever developed. In our trial grounds it is five days earlier than any other variety, and has better heading tendencies. It grows very compact, making the center of the head exceedingly well blanched, while the qual- ity and flavor is much superior to its nearest com- petitor. The plants, if given plenty of room, forms numerous heads weighing over a pound each. The outer leaves are a very deep rich green while the in- terior of the head is as yellow as butter. We predict for this new variety a wonderful future. Are unable to furnish any seed this year, but watch for it next. BLACK SEEDED TEIVIVIS BALL — A variety very similar to the May King, and by our tests practically as valu- able. It is a few days earlier, and with us lasted a few days longer than May King, but the latter had a trifle larger proportion of fine heads. The leaf edges are plain. The heads are quite solid and bleach to a beautiful creamy-white. This variety is also well rec- ommended for forcing. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

MAY KIIVG — This variety is surely good enough to sat- isfy the most exacting. It is equally good for forcing or for growing outdoors. Practically every plant forms a beautiful compact, good sized head which bleaches to a creamy-white, and is very finely flavored. It ma- tures early and is in its prime about two weeks. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

WHEELER’S TOM THUMB — A small yet very compact growing variety suitable for growing in frames as well as in the open. The plant grows so compactly that there is scarcely any waste of outer leaves. It may be planted very close. The quality is of the best. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

LOOSE HEAD VARIETIES

ALGIERS — This is a nice little lettuce of excellent qual- ity. Introduced by us from Prance this year for the first time, we believe it will prove an excellent summer head lettuce. Head very solid, compact, tender, quite dark green, tinged with red on top. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; lA Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

BIG BOSTOIV — This variety heads up in cool weather bet- ter than any other sort and stands hot weather equally well, making it especially valuable for market gar- deners. It is quite extensively grown in the South for shipment North in winter. The leaves are large and nearly smooth, the edges lightly tinged with brown. Large, loose heads are very crisp, tender, and of the finest flavor. Our stock is from the best selected strain. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

CALIFORNIA CREAM BUTTER — Like the Big Boston this variety ripens up very well in cool weather and

Black Seeded Tennis Ball.

is much used for shipping North in winter. The leaves are large, smooth, very dark green; slow about coming to prime, but ripens very uniformly and stays in its prime a long time. The heads are loose, but blanch to a creamy-white, and the quality is unexcelled. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

DEACON — A splendid summer variety of the “butter” type. Plants are compact with few outside leaves; leaves are smooth and very light green; the large loose heads blanch inside to a golden-yellow color. It does not stand heat so well or remain in its prime so long as some of the other varieties. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

MAMMOTH BLACK SEEDED BUTTER — ^Liked by market gardeners because it can be planted very early and stands cold weather well. It ripens early and uni- formly. Leaves smooth, light, yellowish green; heads are large, loose, beautifully blanched and of fine flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

MAXIMUM or IMMENSITY— A variety similar to Hubbard Market in size and quality, but more hardy and drouth resistant. The leaves are dark green, smooth; heads are large, compact, greenish-white inside and very slow to run to seed. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

HUBBARD MARKET — A late variety, but one that stays in its prime for a long time. Leaves are thick, bright green, blistered and with wavy edges; heads are large, solid, and of very fine flavor. Very uniform in ma- turing. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

WHITE SEEDED TENNIS BALL or BOSTON MARKET— A splendid forcing variety, being strictly cabbage head- ing, very early and with little waste. Very good but- tery flavor and quality excellent. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

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LOOSE LEAF VARIETIES

Hanson Improved.

DENVER MARKET —

One of the most at- tractive varieties in t he loose-leaf class.

It is adapted for sum- mer use outdoors, but is also splendid for forcing-. As it remains in its prime for a long time it is a valuable market lettuce. The leaves are very frilled with curled edges and are of a beautiful light green color; the inner leaves being bleached and very sweet. Pkt.,

5c; Oz., 20c; i/4 Lb.,

65c; Lb., $2.00.

OHIO GRAND RAPIDS — This new strain of lettuce is distinctly a forcing variety, and in this respect much superior to the old type of Grand Rapids.

Producing a large amount of chlorophyl in the leaves, it comes from the greenhouse a beautiful shade of green, about the way the ordinary Grand Rapids looks when it is grown out doors. This new strain is also free from leaf rot and mildew, which is another valuable asset it possesses as a forcing lettuce. Now on top of all this can be added that the new variety will give a twenty per cent higher yield than the old strain. So altogether it is probably the best thing in the way of forcing lettuce which has ever been offered to the greenhouse gardener. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

GRAND RAPIDS — This variety is the most attractive of all when seen growing outside. The leaves are borne in great bunches and are rather smooth with beauti- full3^ frilled edges of a light green color. The leaves are borne up well off the ground, preventing waste, and the variety stays in its prime longer than any other in its class. Our strain is constantly being im- proved by selection, and is of the best possible quality. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

HANSON IMPROVED — A loose heading variety that is splendid for outdoor use. The leaves are large, of a yellowish-green color, blistered and with crinkled edges; the heads are large, loose and beautifully blanched inside. The quality is splendid, the leaves being decidedly crisp, sweet and tender. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

ICEBERG — An early maturing, outdoor variety somewhat similar to Grand Rapids, excepting that the large white main ribs incurve, forming a loose head that blanches out very nicely. The leaves are pale green with brown tinged edges, and are very much crinkled. The inner leaves are very white, tender and sweet. It stays in its prime for a long time. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; ^4 Lb., 65c; Lb.. $2.00.

NEW YORK WONDERFUL, — A great favorite with mar- ket gardeners around New York and other large cities. The plants are compact and of a very dark green. The leaves are borne upright and are rather smooth, form- ing a large, loose head. The quality is of the finest and the plants stay in their prime about ten days. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.15.

PRIZE HEAD — A very striking looking lettuce, the large bunching leaves being tinged a brownish-red, giving it a very handsome appearance. The leaves are very tender and sweet, being in fact too tender to stand shipping. The heart contains a large amount of blanched leaves. It is one of the earliest to reach ma- turity and stays in its prime about two weeks. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

ROYAL SUMMER — The best medium late summer vari- ety in our trial grounds. Of over fifty different vari- eties of lettuce grown in our trial grounds the past season this kind proved to remain usable longer than any other variety. Heads are uniform, com- pact, very solid, and of a very pale green color. The quality is excellent, and the plant very hardy and productive. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

SIMPSON BLACK SEEDED — One of the most popu- lar of the loose-leaf varieties, with market as well as home gardeners. It is a good all around lettuce, doing well in hothouses, cold frame or outdoors. It is a bunching variety with light green fluffy leaves that are very tender and fine flavored Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

SOIPSON EARLA^ CURLED— A very popular early sort that closely resembles Simpson Black Seeded excepting that the leaves are of a darker green. The leaves are borne in clusters, are crisp, tender and sweet. It is a very reliable variety for family use, as it is sure to make some leaves even under the most unfavorable conditions. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 65c; Lb., $1.95.

UNRIVALLED SUMMER — The best late summer va- riety that we have tested this year. Another French variety W'hich may be sown the whole sea- son and it will keep its head very well. The early leaves have a fresh and tender look and may be eaten before the plant comes to head. The quality Is very nice and crisp. Pkt-, 5c; Qz., 30c; Vi Lp., 65c; Lb.. $3.00.

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Iceberg.

Just-In-Head, New York or Wonderful.

COS LETTUCE

This splendid type of lettuce is grown very extensively in Europe and its popularity is growing very rapidly in this country. Not to know this lettuce is to have missed a great treat as the large, sweet, tender heads come on after the other sorts are past their prime. It should not be eaten until well headed, as most varieties are bitter up to that time. Cos Lettuce is grown the same as ordinary Head Lettuce, excepting that with Monstrous Brown, Green Provence and some of the other larger sorts a little more space is needed than with the ordinary Head Lettuce.

Planted at the same time with Cos, will come on later in the summer after the other lettuce has gone to seed, and if a succession is planted, salads from this delicious vegetable may be enjoyed all summer.' The varieties we offer are the best, being selected from about fifty different sorts secured from Vilmorin and other great European growers.

KXPRESS — The earliest and smallest variety of Cos Let- tuce which we handle. The heads are elongated, strict- ly self closing, very white, tender and sweet. A very sure and uniform sort to grow. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.00.

GREEN PROVENCE — A very large, medium early vari- ety. The leaves are a very dark green and there is little waste as they all go to form the large, compact head. In quality it is very good, being equal to the smaller, early varieties. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

MAGNUM BONU3I — One of the latest and largest. The long, slender, gray-green leaves self-close into a very

large, solid head that blanches well and is of fine fiavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

MONSTROUS BROWN — A large, striking looking variety of rather late maturity. The broad leaves are olive- green in color, tinged with brownish-red towards the tip. The heads are large, long, compact, and of good quality. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

WHITE PARIS — The old standard variety and very hard to beat. Early, and very sure and uniform in heading, the heads being oblong, tight, crisp, creamy-white and of a fine sweet taste. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.00.

Zucker Melon MUSK MELON Melen Muscatal

CANTALOUPES like a warm, fertile, fairly loose soil. Plant when the ground is warm and dry and all danger of frost is over, in hills four to six feet apart each way. Give careful cultivation until the vines cover the ground. For earlier melons and to guard against the beetles, plant in little pots or frames and transplant as soon as the second or third leaves are formed. For the beetle, sprinkle with pulverized tobacco or lime and turpentine, care being taken not to injure the vines.

ACME or BALTIMORE — A very desirable melon. The fruits are medium sized, oval-shaped, slightly pointed at stem end, lightly ribbed and closely netted; fiesh is thick, green and fine flavored. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

BANANA — A very odd shaped melon, being elongated and often eighteen or twenty inches long. The flesh is thick and blends from a bright green to salmon in color. When ripe it has a banana-like aroma and the flavor is delicious. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

BURREL’S GEM — A selection of Rockyford that is very similar in appearance excepting that the flesh is a deep orange or salmon color. Fruit is six by four inches, closely netted, lightly ribbed; rind thin but very tough; flesh thick, of fine color and very sweet and tender. It is a splendid shipper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; i/4 Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

CHA3IPION MARKET — An early variety very similar to the Netted Gem, but nearly twice as large. Very pro- lific, a good shipper and of splendid quality. Flesh is light green, thick and of the true “Rockyford” flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

EXTRA EARLY GREEN CITRON — A very early variety of the nutmeg type. Medium sized, nearly round, skin green, turning yellow on maturity. Flesh light green and of good flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.45.

EDEN GEM — This is a netted variety and a heavy yielder. The meat is very deep and the quality all that could be desired. One of the favorites among the Rockyford strains because of its marketable and uniform size.

Price: Selected from Best Melons, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 55c; Lb., $1.60. Regular Stock, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

EMERALD GEM — A very early variety of the same size as Netted Gem, but with light orange flesh. Not solid enough for distant shipping, but fine for home use or close markets. Nearly round in shape, flesh very thick and sweet flavored. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 55c; Lb., $1.60.

EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK — Ten days earlier than the old, well known Hackensack variety. Melons of good size, nearly round, flesh thick and of a light green color; fine flavored. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.45.

HACKENSACK or TURK’S CAP — Very large, green fleshed melons, nearly round or flattened, ribs large, skin heavily netted. Flesh green, thick, rather coarse, but of fine flavor. Very hardy and productive. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.45.

HONEY DEW — A remarkable variety which appeared in 1915 and has created a sensation ever since. The product of slightly over two acres in 1915 netted $3,- 600.00 on the Chicago and New York markets. The melons this year have sold at wholesale for from 35c to $1.50. The rind is dull white when ripe, smooth, practically without netting; size six to seven inches in diameter, eight inches long; flesh a rich green and very sweet. A wonderful shipper that shows prac- tically no loss. Splendid for market growers. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.25. Extra select seed from Best Melons, Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.75.

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— This melon resembles Rockyford in outer ap- pearance except that it is larger. It is the result of a cross between Osage and Rockyford, combining the good qualities of each. The melons are ribbed, heavily netted; flesh of a rich, deep orange color that ripens well out to the skin, with small seed cavity, very Arm and highly flavored. It is a splendid shipping melon and commands a high price on market. Pkt., 5c; Oz.,

15c; % Lb., 45c; Lb., ?1.50.

ROCKYFORD or NETTED

GEM — This delicious vari- ety is the one that has made Colorado famous for its melons and has for a long time been the stand- ard of excellence being Barrel’s Gem.

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ford The vines are very vigorous and productive. the fruits are medium and uniform in size, oval shaped, slightly ribbed and very densely netted. The flesh is of a rich green color, flne grained, thick and very sui^rior in flavor As with the Gold Lined Rockyford we offer two a-rades of seed, both grown by an expert in Rockyford, Colorado. One is from especially selected melons and the other from flelds grown for seed pr^uction. Price: Se-

lected from Best Melons, I^t-» 5c; (^., 15c; A Lb., 45c,

Lib $1.50. Regular Stock, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; i/4 Lb., 35c,

Lb!, $1.40.

GOLD LINED ROCKYFORD — This variety _ represents the very acme of perfection, being the most highly developed strain of the famous Rockyford or Netted Gem. The shape is slightly oval, heavily netted over the entire sur- face and the flesh is very thick, being just as thick at the blossom end as elsewhere; flesh is a rich green in color lined with golden-yellow; the texture is very fine and the flavor superb. The melons are very uniform in size, shape and quality, making it especially desirable for market. Our stock comes direct from a famous grower in the noted melon-growing district at Rockyford, Colo- rado We offer two grades of seed, one coming from the choicest selected melons and the other from regular stock saved from an entire field set aside for seed produc- tion Price: Selected from Best Melons, Pkt., 5c; Oz.,

20c- 1/4 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75. Regular Stock, Pkt., 5c; Oz.,

15c; 1/4 Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

JENNY LIND — An old favorite, early maturing melon. The vines are small but very productive; the fruits are nearly round, small and very uniform; the flesh is green, fine grained and of excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

LONG ISLAND BEAUTY— A similar ^^ariety to Hack- ensack, but of superior quality, ripening at the same time. Melons are of large size, heavily and

netted, and of very handsome appearance. The flesh is thick, of a clear green color, and of superior qual- ity. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^/4 Lb., -loc. Lb., $1.50.

MONTREAL NUT3IEG — This variety is largely grown around Montreal and commands the highest price in East- ern markets. The fruits are round, quite large, heavily ribbed and netted. The light green flesh is very thick and of delicious flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; 1/4 Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

OSAGE or CULLER’S CREAM— -A me- dium large variety that will do well on rather heavy soil. Oval shaped, dark green skin that is ribbed and netted. Flesh orange colored, very thick, firm, and of a rich flavor. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 55c; Lb., $1.60.

SVL310N TINTED POLLAC — A new

strain, highly netted and slightly oblong; outwardly resembling Eden Gem. The flesh is deep green near the rind, but gradually changes to a rich salmon- pink nearest the seed cav- itv. Being of rich quality and a good shipper, we predict for it an ever in- creased demand. Price: Selected from tli«J Best 3Ielons, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c;

Lb., 65c; Lb., $1.80. Reg- ular Stock, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 55c; Lb. ,$1.60.

TIP TOP — A yellow fleshed variety of large size and splendid quality. Nearly round, deeply ribbed, mod- erately netted; the flesh is bright salmon, thick, and of good flavor. Very productive and a splen- did market sort. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

Gold Lined Rockyford.

Of the green fleshed sort, while the plants resist drouth to a remarkable degiee. Pkt., 5c, oz., 2uc, Vi iuO.„ oac. Lb., $1.75.

HOODOO— A very hardy, vigorous, yellow fleshed variety that is ide^ as a shipper and of the ave^-ag'e

fine quality and very fine flavored. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

Southern Rattlesnake.

Halbert Honey,

Wassermelone A T E R 1M[ E L O M

Alight sandy soil, well exposed to the sunlight, is the best situation for growing watermelons. Prepare the ground with deep working, but lauer give shallow cultivation. Frequent hoeings are essential. For extra large water- melons for exhibition purposes, leave but one or two fruit on a single vine. Plant in hills eight to ten feet each way, with a very generous shovelful of well rotted manure mixed with the soil in each hill. In using commercial fer- tilizer, it should contain a large percentage of ammonia and potash. Put eight to ten seeds in a hill and finally, when danger from insects is past, thin to three strong plants. Since watermelon seeds are large, it requires an ounce to plant twenty to thirty hills.

ANGEIjIIVO — This new variety of melon is coming to he a great favorite with shippers. Dark green with a bright red flesh and excellent flavor. It stands up well and sells easily. Seeds must be soaked a few hours before planting, otherwise they tend to rot. Pkt., 10c; Oz„ 20c; V4, Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00.

ALABAMA SWEET — A favorite melon in the South, where it is largely grown for shipment North. The fruits are large, of oblong shape, having a dark, irregularly striped rind, that is thin but very tough. The flesh is very bright red, fine grained, sweet, and the seeds are white. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; i/4 Lb.,

30c; Lb., $1.00.

CITRON GREEN-SEEDED — Very similar to our Citron Ped-Seeded except for color of seeds. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 30c; Lb.,

90c.

COLE’S EARLY — A very early, hardy variety that will mature in Northern states. Medium sized, nearly round, the green rind striped with lighter shades. Flesh bright red, seeds black. Being brittle, it is unsuited for ship- ping but is excellent for home use. Pkt., 10c;

Oz., 20c; Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

CUBAN Q.UEEN — A large early variety that originally came from the West Indies. The melons are large, oblong and slightly taper- ing at the stem end. Skin striped attractive- ly with light and dark green, thin but tough enough for shipping. Flesh bright red, firm and of fine flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb.,

35c; Lb., $1.20.

DARK ICING — A medium sized melon, nearly round, dark green; flesh very solid, bright red and very sweet flavored. A good ship- ping sort. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 35c;

Lb., $1.20.

DIXIE — A large striped variety that is excel- lent for shipping or for table use. Very large melons from twenty inches to two feet in length, skin dark green striped with a lighter shade. Flesh red, juicy and very sweet. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 35c; Lb.,

EARLY FORDHOOK — An extra early, very large variety that ripens nearly with Cole’s Early. Melons are large, oval, dark green, flesh bright red, crisp, sweet and fine flavored. A good shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; M Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

GYPSY or GEORGIA RATTLESNAKE— An old standard sort that is very popular, especially in the South. Very large, oblong, distinctly striped and mottled; flesh dark red and very sweet. Skin firm and solid, making it a good shipping sort. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

Early Fordhook.

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HALBERT HONEY — One of the sweetest and best for the home garden. Fruit eighteen or twenty inches long, skin dark green, thin rind, flesh bright crimson and of sweet flavor. A splendid variety either for home use or for local markets. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

ICEBERG — As good a shipper as Kolb’s Gem, but the flesh is much darker and sweeter. Melons are larger, oval, very dark green with very tough rinds that do not crack in shipping. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

FLORIDA FAVORITE — A large, oblong melon that ripens ten days earlier than Kolb’s Gem. Dark green skin striped with lighter shade, flesh bright red, sweet and tender. Vines vigorous and productive. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

GREY MONARCH — A very large late oblong melon, skin mottled greyish-green, flesh crimson and sweet. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

ICE CREA3I OR PEERLESS — One of the very best early varieties for home use or for close markets. Medium sized, oval to long in shape, flesh very red and of the sweetest flavor. The rinds are thin, making it a poor shipper, but it is flne for local markets. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

KLECKLEY’S SWEET — One of the sweetest and best for the home garden or nearby markets. The vines are vigorous and productive, melons medium to large, ob- long, dark green; flesh a bright red, crisp, tender and exceedingly flne flavored and sweet. The thin rinds make them undesirable for shipping. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; ^ Lb., 20c; Lb., 60c.

3IcIVER’S AVONDERFFL SUGAR — An oblong fruited, rather large variety, twenty inches in length, skin marked with broad stripings of light green on a dark ground. Flesh pale pink, very crisp and thick. An ex- cellent shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

MOUNTAIN SM'EET — An old standard variety that does well in the Northern states. Rather long and late, of excellent quality. Pkt., 10c;.Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

PHINNEA' — Very early, good size, oblong, excellent qual- itv; hardy and productive. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

TRIU3IPH — A very large, handsome variety grown chiefly in the South for shipping. Dark green skin, flesh dark

red and of good qualitv. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.20.

KOLB’S GE3I — A very popular shipping melon largely grown in the South. Melons are of large, oval, blocky form; skin handsomely marked in stripes of light and dark green. Flesh bright red and sweet. A splendid keeper and a good shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; I/4 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

PRESERA'ING CITRON (Red Seeded) — 'For preserves or pickles. Medium sized, round, flesh white with red seeds. Not suitable for eating raw. ATnes are hardy and vigorous, the fruits ripening rather late and keep- ing for a long time. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20.

PRIDE OF GEORGIA — A medium sized, round melon, striped with about equal portions of light and dark green. A new melon highly recommended to growers because of its flne shipping qualities and very at- tractive appearance. It is also of excellent eating quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

SAA'EETHEART — A most popular market variety, grown extensively in the South for shipping. The fruits are very large, oval, pale green skin, attractively veined with a darker shade; the rind is thin but Arm; flesh is deep red, very Arm and sweet flavored. Remains in condition much longer than most sorts. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

T03I AA'ATSON — One of the largest and finest melons grown, being equally good for home use and for ship- ping. Rather long in shape and will often weigh from thirty to fifty pounds. Fine quality, sweet and tender, rind thin but very tough, making it a splendid shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^ Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

BLACK SEEDED CHILIAN — This is a melon of the ob- long type whose flesh is bright red and the flavor re- markably fine and sweet. The rind is very thin and brittle and the skin colored a deep rich green, mottled with a darker green; a fine type of melon, recom- mended for the home garden. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c;

Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00.

AA'HITE seeded CHILEAN — A^'ery similar to the Black Seeded Chilian except the rind is not quite so thin and the seeds are white; the flavor is of the best. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

Senf MUS

Sow in spring as early as possible in drills 18 inches apart, covering one-half inch. AUater freely. Sow' every few' w'eeks for succession. In the South it may be sown in the fall.

BLACK OR BRC^N — The mustard of commerce. Pkt., oc; Oz., 10c; Vi Lb., 25c; Lb., 75c.

CHINESE BROAD LEAA^ED — Leaves twice the size of ordinary mustard. The flavor is sweet and pungent.

Ocher OKRA or

The pods of this vegetable are very highly esteemed in the South for use in soups and stews and should be more widely used in the North. Plant in good, warm, rich soil after danger from frost is over, in rows thirty inches apart, the plants being one foot apart in row'. The pods must be used when young.

PERKINS’ 3IA3I3IOTH — Plants about three feet tall; pods four to five inches long, of handsome appearance, soft

ARD Mostaza

and it is very easily prepared for table use. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED — A large variety of the South, producing great masses of ruffled leaves, finely curled and with a good flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

WHITE LONDON — Leaves rather small, smooth and deep- ly cut; of a medium dark green color. A very rapid grow'er and the leaves when young are mild and ten- der. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

GUMBO Gombo

green in color, tender and of good quality, remaining tender until nearly full size. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

AA'HITE A'ELA'ET — Plants three feet tall and of handsome appearance; pods four or five inches long, round and of a white velvety appearance; quality is excellent and the pods remain in their prime for a long time. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

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IT IS IMPORTANT to sow as early in the spring as the ground can be worked in order to keep In advance of hot weather and weeds. Onions for best results should have a perfect seed bed in well manured ground to which high grade commercial fertilizer and, if possible, potash or wood ashes have been added. The crop depends on cultiva- tion, weedings and thinning. Sow four to five pounds per acre in drill a foot apart about one-fourth inch deep. (Use from forty to eighty pounds per acre for sets.) Thin to three inches apart in rows.

AILSA CRAIG — By some this is considered the largest onion grown, and in addition it is of excellent quality, mild and tender. In color and general appearance it is not greatly unlike Ohio Yellow Globe. The seed crop has practically failed two years in succession, and seed is very difficult to obtain. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; i/4 Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.25.

AUSTRAIilAlV BROWIV — One of the very best keeping onions. Medium sized, globe shape, brown skin with very white, crisp, solid, mild flesh. It keeps longer than any other variety that we know of. Pkt.,

15c; Oz., 30c; Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

CHESTER’S FLAT CANARY — A new onion of merit, especially adapted to raising sets. The introducer, who is an onion set merchant, thinks that it will soon supplant all other kinds of onions for sets. Medium • to large sized, very uniform, flat, and of an attractive bright yellow color. The flesh is fine grained, creamy-white, and of mild flavor. A very uniform producer and a splendid keeper. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c;

Vi Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

CHESTER’S GLOBE CANARY — Globe shaped and a little smaller than Chester’s Flat Canary, but otherwise very similar. Attractive canary-yellow color, uniform, creamy-white flesh of mild flavor. A splendid market onion and a good producer. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c;

34 Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

CRYSTAL WHITE WAX — This is a flat type onion, a beautiful clear white variety that is very early, uniform, and of good quality. The flavor is mild and it is a very good shipper. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c;

Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

EXTRA EARLY RED — The very earliest to mature, yet of fair size and very solid. Plat shaped, purplish-red, thin skin, of good quality and moderately strong. Yields well and is fine for cool climates or for early market. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 35c; Lb., $1.25; Lb., $4.50.

LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD — A very popular standard variety, one of the best for yields as well as for keeping, well flattened but thick through, large and heavy, the skin purplish-red, smooth and glossy.

It is excellent to grow for late winter markets, does well on poor soils and in the South; is not well adapted to muck land. We think that our stock cannot be excelled. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c; % Lb., $1.10- Lb., $4.00.

Southport White Globe.

NEW RED GLOBE — A new variety much resembling the Southport Red Globe, except a trifle flatter at the stem end. It is extremely hardy, very solid, and a magnificent keeper. Matures about ten da\ .s earlier than Southport Red Globe, is a heavy yielder, with veiy small stem, and a rich deep red color. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 35c; It Lb., $1.25; Lb., $4.25.

Oil 10 YELLOW GLOBE — A very handsome variety that is largely U‘<od by the onion growers of Ohio and Indiana. Bulbs are globe .‘Shaped, large and very uniform, there being few large necks. The Jle.sb is white, solid, small zoned and of fine quality. Rather late, very productive and a splendid keeper, selling well at any time during the winter. Our stock is selected with great care and is the best possible to obtain. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 40c; Lb., $1.50; Lb., $5.00.

PRIZETAKER — A handsorne late or main crop variety, nearly globular in form, often growing to a very large size. This is the variety that is often seen in crates in the fruit stores and which attracts so much attention for its large size. Originally an imported onion, but our stock has been thoroughly acclimatized. Outer skin is yellow with creamy-white flesh, mild, tender and fine flavored. Not as good a keeper as some of the smaller varieties, but excellent for fall and early winter use. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; Vi Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

RED BERMUDA — This is a very early onion, of mild flavor and ships well. Can be planted in the fall in the South and marketed in the spring. Is a very good shipper, but cannot be kept for winter. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 35c; Lb., $1.25; Lb., $4.50.

SOUTHPORT LARGE RED GLOBE— The handsomest of all the red onions. Medium to large size, globe- shaped, small necks, uniform and of a deep, purplish- red color. Flesh is lightly tinted purple in an at- tracti^^e way. A good yielder, markets well, and keeps well. Price; Eastern Grown Seed, Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; % Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.25. Western Grown Seed, Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; i/4 Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

SOUTHPORT LARGE WHITE GLOBE — A handsome onion that usually commands the highest price on market. Of true globe shape, pure white skin, medium large with small necks. Flesh pure white, of good quality and mild. Our stock runs very uni- form and productive, and we are sure it is unexcelled. Eastern Grown Seed, Pkt., 25c; Oz., 50c; 14 Lb., $1.85; Lb., $7.00. Western Grown Seed, Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; 14 Lb., $1.75; Lb., $6.50.

Zwiebel ONION Cebolla

Prizetaker.

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SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE — Very similar to Red Globe except that the color is a pale yellow. Medium sized, very uniform, thin necks, heavy outer skin and mild. Sells well on all markets, is very produc- tive, a good keeper and shipper. Eastern Grown Seed, Pkt., 25c; Oz., 50c; hi Lb., $1.85; Lb., $7.00. Western Grown Seed, Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; M Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

WHITE BARLETTA or WHITE Q,UEE]V — An extra early onion that is much prized by housewives for pickles. The earliest of all to mature, it is flat shaped, one to two inches in diameter, with a thin, waxy silver-like skin. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 40c; hi Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

WHITE PORTUGAL or SILVER SKIX — A universal favorite with gar- deners. It is early and grows to medium size. Bulbs are flat, thin white skin, of good quality and mild. They are grown for sets, for green onions or bunching, and for fall and early winter use. Our seed is grown by a French expert and is of the finest strain. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 45c; hi Lb., $1.60; Lb., $6.00.

YELLOU' DAXVERS — A popular early flat variety that is excellent either for home use or main crop for gardeners. Flat but thick bulbs, thin necks, thick brownish-yellow skin, of good quality and mild. Uni- form in size, sure in ripening and very productive. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c; hi Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS — A very extensively used main crop variety that is a standard in many markets for winter use. A little earlier but not as perfectly globe-shaped as our Southport Yellow Globe. Medium to large size, skin a rich brownish-yellow, flesh pure ■white and with thin necks. Ripens uniformly and keeps very well. Our stock is from a highly improved strain and will be found very superior. Pkt., 20c; Oz., 40c; Lb., $1.50; Lb., $5.00.

YELLOW DUTCH or STRASBURG — A splendid variety for sets. The bulbs are very similar to Yellow Danvers excepting that they are a little more flattened and have a darker yellow skin. Ripens early and is a splendid keeper. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 30c; hi Lb., $1.10; Lb., $4.00.

Yellow Globe Danvers.

OMON SETS

It is impossible, as this catalogue i.> written, to flx prices for sets. We follow the market and will fill orders at market prices. In bushel, peck and one-half peck prices, the buyers pay the express or freight. In pint and quart prices, we pay the postage and send the sets by mail.

Mail Postpaid.

		Pt.	Qt.
Red Bottoms		25c	40c
White Bottoms		25c	50c
Yellow Bottoms . , . .		25c	40c
Yellow Multipliers ..		25c	40c
Yellow Potato		25c	40c

Red Bottoms

White Bottoms

Yellow Bottoms .... Yellow Multipliers.. Yellow Potato

Express Not Paid. Vz Pk. Pk. Bu.

Write for quotations.

Southport Red Globet

PARSLEY

Extensively used for garnishing and for flavoring soups and stews. Sow on rich soil, in drills one foot apart, cov- ering the seed very lightly. It is slow to germinate, re- quiring t-wp to three weeks. Thin plants to four inches apart.

FERN LEAVED — Very beautiful and artistic in form and color, very decorative for garnishing. Dark green, fine cut, fern-like leaves. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; hi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

HAMBURG or THICK-ROOTED — A plain leaved variety, form- ing a long, thick, edible root which is much used in soups and stews. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; hi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

3IOSS CURLED — Very handsomely curled and crumpled, bright green-.

and ornamental. Pkt.. 5c; Oz., 20c; hi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

PLAIN — Leaves plain, flat, deeply cut, but not curled. Much used for soups and stews, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; hi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.50.

Pastinake PARSNIP Chirivia

Parsnips are best grown on a rich, deep, sandy soil but will make good roots on any moderately rich, deep, mellow soil. The seed is sometimes slow to germinate and should be sown as early as possible in drills two and one-half feet apart. Cover to the depth of a half inch, and press the soil firmly over the seed. Give frequent cultivation and thin the plants to six inches apart in the row.

.One ounce of seed will sow one hundred feet of drill.

HOLLOW CROWN — The old standard table variety. A large cropper of excellent quality. Requires a deep soil. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; hi Lb., 80c; Lb., $3.00.

HOLLOW CROWN, THICK SHOULDERED — This type of Hollow Crown is a shapely heavy-shouldered strain, being largest at the crown and gradually tapering to a small root. Easily dug without breaking. This variety sup- plants Guernsey this year, as we think it of better quality all around. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; hi Lb., 80c; Lb., $3.00.

3Ioss Curled.

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Erbsen P ^ Guisante

PEAS do well on almost any warm, fertile soil. Too much manure or a very rich, mucky soil should be avoided, as they cause too rank a growth of vine with a rather small proportion of pods. Sow for quick returns as early as possible in the spring, in double rows one inch deep, the rows being six inches apart and two and a half to four feet between the double rows. For late crop, however, larger returns will be obtained by planting in trenches six or eight inches deep, covering the seed an inch deep, and later after the vines have grown up above the trench, filling in level with the top of the ground. All varieties do better if planted early, and a succession may be had by choosing early, medium and late vari- eties to sow. Under unfavorable conditions the tall varieties are more certain to succeed and will yield heavier than those of dwarf habit. One quart will plant one hundred feet of drill. _ Wrinkled sorts are designated by asterisk (*).

This year we are listing our Peas below, in the order of First Early, Second Early to Midseason, and Midseason to Late. This we hope will prove of value to our customers in enabling them to select such varieties as will give a con-

tinuous cropping from the first picking to the last.

FIRST EARLY

*MARKET SURPRISE — The earliest pea of excellent qual- ity. Maturing- three to five days earlier than Little Marvel. The pods and peas comparing favorably with Gradus. We recommend this variety very highly to customers. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.25.

‘-'UITTUE MARVEL. — (Illustration No. 23.) This variety, which appeared a few years ago, has simply taken the country by storm. Everyone likes it, and deservedly so. It is practically as early as any wrinkled variety, yields remarkably well, is attractive in appearance, and all mature with about two pickings. The quality is of the very best. We cannot recommend this Pea too highly. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

ALASKA — (Illustration No. 25.) The earliest of any va- riety except Market Surprise and one of the most cer- tain to make a crop. A valuable variety for market gardeners and canners, as it ripens all at one picking. Smooth, blue peas are of good quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

-BLUE BANTAM — (Illustration No. 14.) This wonderful new pea possesses the properties of extreme earliness, superb quality, and wonderful productiveness. Hand- some bluish-green pods borne on vines fifteen inches high, surprises even the most experienced observers as to its great productiveness. The fine large pods are packed with 8 to 10 extra large bluish-green peas whose quality is unsurpassed by any pea. This variety must not be planted closer than four inches between plants to obtain the best results. It cannot be too highly recommended for the home or gardener. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 75c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

^AMERICAN WONDER — One of the earliest dwarf, wrinkled peas. Vines ten to twelve inches high, pods small but well filled with large, very sweet peas. A good yielder and one we can recommend for early use. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65; 15 Lbs., $4.25.

*NOTT»S EXCELSIOR — (Illustration No. 24.) One of the standard dwarf early sorts. Nearly as early as Alaska, a heavier yielder and of better quality. The vines are about fifteen inches high, pods medium sized and con- tain from five to six large peas of very sweet flavor. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.25.

SECOND EARLY TO MIDSEASON

*GRADUS or PROSPERITY — (Illustration No. 19.) One of the earliest of all the large podded wrinkled peas. The vines grow about three feet high; pods are long, peas are large and of a beautiful light green color. Good quality and a good yielder. A standard sort and one that is difficult to improve on. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 42c; 2 Lbs., 70c; 15 Lbs., $4.75.

THOMAS LAXTON — (Illustration No. 18.) A medium sized variety closely resembling Gradus and equal in quality to this pea. Vines vigorous, pods large and well filled, peas large, darker green than Gradus, making them of very attractive appearance. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., -42c; 2 Lbs., 70c; 15 Lbs., $4.75.

*PREMIUM GEM — (Illustration No. 26.) A splendid early wrinkled pea maturing anly a few days later than American Wonder. The vines are about fifteen inches in height, pods are long and contain five or six large peas of good quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.25.

SUTTON’S EXCELSIOR — A new, second early, dwarf wrinkled pea of great value. Vines eighteen inches high, pods square at lower end, larger and broader than most dwarf Peas. A very hardy variety, which permits early planting; yields heavy. Season two days later than Nott’s Excelsior. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 42c; 2 Lbs., 70c; 15 Lbs., $4.75.

-PRODIGIOUS — (Illustration No. 17.) This new variety of pea is one of the earliest pole varieties to be had. Grows from four to five foot in height with dense foli- age and bears mammoth pods filled with very large, attractive looking peas. Beoommende^ as having good quality and giving a very large yield, Pkt., 15c; 1 LI)., 40c; 2 Lbs.. 65c; 15 Lbs., ?4.^5,

MIDSEASON TO LATE

*BUTTERCUP — (Illustration No. 9.) ’ A splendid new midseason pea that comes in between Gradus and Tele- phone. The vines are medium in height, very erect and stand drouth exceedingly well. The pods are long, comparing in this respect with Telephone, and contain eight or nine large peas of fine taste and quality. The pods are produced in pairs and the vines are remark- ably free bearing, it being one of the best yielding varieties in our trial grounds this last year. In fact, this pea possesses all of the good qualities of Tele- phone and Boston Unrivaled, and in addition is earlier and the vines grow only from sixteen to twenty inches high. This is a splendid sort for gardeners and is fast supplanting the old favorite, Carter’s Daisy. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 75c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

*HORSFORD’S MARGET GARDEN — (Illustration No. 22.) A very prolific main crop sort that is much used for the canning factories. In general appearance it is much like Dwarf Champion, being dwarf in habit and of very good appearance. Frequently it outyields every other variety and the quality is very good. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

POTLATCH — (Illustration No. 10.) This is another new midseason variety, and one of the most promising. With about fifty different kinds of peas growing in our trial grounds the past season, this variety was one of the most striking in a number of ways. One was that the vines grow about three feet high and are very stout, making them stand well up from the ground. Again the plants are loaded with beautiful appearing pods four to five inches long, which are well filled with peas of exceptionally fine flavor. The yield was also the equal of any variety grown. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 75c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

IMPROVED STRATAGEM — (Illustration No. 8.) A stand- ard, large podded, main crop variety that is largely planted because of its superior quality and fine flavor. The vines are vigorous, but grow only about twenty inches high, the pods are very large, pointed, dark green and well filled with large, dark green peas of the finest flavor. It is a heavy cropper. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 75c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

*EVERBEAR1NG — (Illustration No. 6.) The vines of this variety if kept picked will continue to bear longer than any other sort, making it very valuable for the home garden. It is rather late and the vines are of vigorous growth; pods medium length and well filled with large peas of very fine quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

'''YORKSHIRE HERO — (Illustration No. 5.) A hardy vari- ety with stout, spreading, medium height plants. The vines are productive and bear an abundance of broad, well filled pods of excellent quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

■'ADVANCER — (Illustration No. 27.) A midseason sort very popular on account of its hardiness, productiveness and superior quality. The vines are about 21^ feet, very strong, and in dry seasons will stand heat better than any other with the exception possibly of Little Marvel. Very productive of medium sized pods that are well filled with large peas of good quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

«=LAXTONIAN — (Illustration No. 13.) Sometimes known as “The Dwarf Gradus.” It possesses all of the good qualities of the Gradus and in addition it is quite dwarf and needs no supports. The pods are large and well filled with large peas of good quality. The yield is very good. Pkt., 20c; 1 Lb., 45c; 2 Lbs., 75c; 15 Lbs., $5.25.

*ALDERMAN — (Illustration No. 2.) One of the finest of the midseason varieties. The vines are 4 to 5 feet tall and should have supports.; pods are long, containing seven or eight large, wrinkled peas of very fine flavor and quality. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

*BOSTON- UNRIVALLED — (Illustration No. 7.) An im- proved Telephone. Vines grow sometimes five feet tall. Pods five inches long, three-fourths inches broad, con- taining seven or eight very large Peas. The yield is heavy and flavor excellent, Pkt., 10c; 1 1j1)., 40q; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4,35,

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CHAMPION OP ENGLAND— (Illustration No. 21.) The tallest and also the latest variety tested in our trial grounds. Very dense growing vines having numerous medium sized pods that are well filled with peas of de- licious fiavor. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

*-'Q,UITE CONTENT — (Illustration No. 1.) A very large podded, heavy yielding, new variety that matures a few days later than Telephone. The vines usually grow five or six feet tall and should be brushed. The pods are very large and bear seven or eight large peas of very fine fiavor and quality. It is a splendid yielder, and as its merits are becoming more widely known it is coming into much prominence. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

TELEGRAPH — Stronger growing, hardier and with darker foliage than Telephone. The handsome pods are long and well filled with large smooth peas. An excellent sort for the market gardener as it will yield well under very adverse conditions. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

^'TELEPHONE — (Illustration No. 20.) A standard general purpose, main crop variety and very largely grown by gardeners whose trade appreciate fine quality. It is a tall growing, medium late sort, with very large pods bearing six or seven peas of delicious flavor. The vines are prolific and remain in bearing for quite a long time if kept picked. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 15 Lbs., $4.35.

■>=DUKE OP ALBANY — (Illustration No. 3.) A handsome, tall growing pea of the Telephone type, only with darker foliage and pods. Tne pods are very large and well filled with extra large, very sweet peas of a dark green color. The vines are drouth resistant and very productive. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 40c; 2 Lbs., 65c; 16 ^.-bs., $4.35.

WHITE MARROWFAT — A late and tall growing variety, | yielding very well for us, and of excellent quality. The pods are medium to large and uniform. It stands heat , and drouth admirably. Pkt., 10c; 1 Lb., 30c; 2 Lbs., 50c; 15 Lbs., $3.65.

EDIBLE PODDED or SUGAR PEAS

Edible Podded Peas are, as the name implies, supposed to be eaten pod and all like Snap Beans. They are al- ways quite prolific. The pods when in their prime are good sized but tender, and of good flavor. We could hardly say that they are as good to eat as shelled peas, although they are nearly so, and many people greatly prefer them to Snap Beans. They are certainly economical, and we think very well worth growing. Housewives will appre- ciate them when they realize that it is only a small frac- tion of the work to prepare these for cooking that it is with the shell varieties.

DWARF GREY SUGAR — (Illustration No. 29.) This vari- ety like all of the Sugar Peas is cooked pod and all like string beans, and when young they are very good to eat. The vines grow about eighteen inches, pods are medium sized, tender and very sweet. It is decidedly prolific. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00. MAMMOTH PODDED SUGAR — (Illustration No. 15.) A tall growing edible pod, the vines being very vigorous and the pods much larger than the Dwarf Grey Sugar. The vines are prolific and the quality excellent. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

TALL GREY SUGAR — (Illustration No. 12.) A new vari- ety and one of the best of the edible pods. The vines are quite tall, the pods medium sized, tender and of good quality. The vines are prolific and quite hardy. Pkt., 15c; 1 Lb., 35c; 2 Lbs., 60c; 15 Lbs., $4.00.

Speise Kurbisse PUMPKIN Calabaza

Pumpkins are very similiar in their culture to the Squashes and other vine crops, except that they are not so par- ticular as to soil and cultivation. They may be planted in the corn field or in the garden, some time in May, in hills eight or ten feet apart each way. One ounce will plant twenty-five hills; four pounds, an acre. In a small garden they may be planted near a fence and allowed to climb over it.

BIG TOM or IMPROVED LARGE FIELD— This we have

found to be the heaviest yielding stock pumpkin that we have ever grown. Size usually twelve to fifteen inches in length, about twelve inches in diameter, a deep orange color, may be used for pies, but is coarse grained. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lh., 35c; Lb., $1.25.

CALHOUN — A slim necked, medium sized long variety with dark skin and extraordinarily thick, fine grained flesh. Fine for pies. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^4 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.25.

GOLDEN OBLONG — Orange skin, light yellow flesh; five to seven inches in diameter, twelve to eighteen inches in length. Good for pies; a good keeper and a splendid yielder. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.25.

GREEN STRIPED CUSHAW — An old favorite, excellent for pies and sells well on. market. Eighteen inches to two feet long, twelve inches in diameter, green striped with crooked neck. Flesh thick, yellow, coarse but sweet. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; ^4 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

JAPANESE PIE — Similar in size and shape to the Cushaw but the skin is a dark green. Flesh yellow, thick, of fine quality and very sweet. Productive and early. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.25.

KING OF THE MAMMOTHS — The largest of all pump- kins, often two feet or more in diameter and sometimes weighing over a hundred pounds. Reddish-yellow skin

with flesh deep orange, fine grained, cooking up smooth, making it of excellent quality for pies, even if it does grow to such an enormous size. The vines should have plenty of room for growth. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

LARGE SWEET CHEESE or KENTUCKY FIELD- One of

the old standard sorts. Flat and often twenty inches I in diameter; skin buff; flesh thick, yellow, and of fine I quality. Productive and an excellent keeper. Good for 1 stock feeding as well as pies. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 1 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.25. j

MAMMOTH TOURS — One of the old standard French va- I rieties’^that is good for exhibition purposes or stock feeding. Oblong shape; skin mottled with green; al- most as large as King of the Mammoths and a trifle later.- Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

OUAKER PIE — Closely resembling Large Cheese except- ing that it is oblong instead of flat. An excellent yielder and a good keeper. Good quality and makes fine pies. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.25.

SWEET or SUGAR — A famous variety in New England. About ten inches in diameter, orange color, fine grained and of excellent flavor. A good keeper and one of the best for pies. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.75.

SWEET POTATO — ■ Bell shaped, rather small but fine for pies. Flesh creamy - white, i thick, a n d{ of fine quality and i flavor. Pkt, 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., ; 50c; Lb., $1.75. WINTER LUX- ' URY OR PIE SOUASH — A round variety, about eight or ten inches in diameter with a russet-yel- j low skin. Early ' and quite pro- ; ductive. The flesh is thick, i yellow and of a very fine rich '■ flavor. Makes j excellent pies. I Pkt., 10c; Oz., ! 20c; 14 Lb., 35c; « Lb., $1.25. J

1 — Large Cheese. 2 — Big Tom. 3 — Striped Cushaw. 4 — ^King of the Mammoths. 5 — Golden

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Pfeffer PEPPER Pimiento

The culture is the same as for Egg Plant and the plants require as much heat to perfect them. Do not plant hot varieties and Mangoes close together. One ounce of seed will produce about two hundred plants.

CAYENNE LONG RED — Long-, slender pods, bright red ana very hot. Pkt., 15c;

1/2 Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; V4, Lb., $2.50.

CELESTIAL — A very ornamental Chinese variety. The medium sized fruits are upright and are borne in profusion, all over the plant. In different stages of ripening the fruits are nearly white, purple, yellow and orange, finally a bright scarlet, giving to the plant an unusual and very ornamental appear- ance. It is very hot and quite early. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Lb., $2.50. -

RED CHERRY — A second early hot variety bearing round fruit an inch in diameter. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

RED CHILI — A very hot, rather late variety that is similar in shape to Cayenne only smaller. Used for making pepper sauce. Pkt., 15c; Y2 Oz., 40c; 1 Oz.,

75c; lA Lb., $2.50.

RED CLUSTER — The small bushy plants are covered with bright red clusters, making it very ornamental. Medium sized pods, ripening rather late and very productive. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

CHINESE GIANT — The largest as well as one of the sweetest of all the mild Red Peppers. Often grows four inches long by four inches in diameter and the flavor is mild. Rather late but bears very uniformly and abundantly for so large a variety. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 45c; 1 Oz., 85c; Yi Lb., $2.75.

GOLDEN DAWN — A mild golden variety, very much like Golden Queen and matures at the same time, rather early, a good yielder. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz.,

40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

GOLDEN QUEEN — The largest sweet yellow pepper. Moderately early, pro- ductive and mild flavored. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

LARGE BELL or BULL NOSE — A standard sweet red pepper for pickling and canning. Fruits are medium sized, thick fleshed and of mild flavor. Earlier than Ruby King and fairly productive. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

NEAPOLITAN — The very earliest large pepper. Plants are quite tall, fruits are long, rather slender but meaty, bright red when ripe and very mild and sweet. The plants are very productive and ripen a week or more ahead of any other variety. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

PIMIENTO — An exceptionally attractive and very productive variety. The fruits are medium sized, smooth and glossy green, becoming red as they mature. The meat is thick and of a fine sweet flavor. The plants are vig- orous and of medium height. This sort is largely used by canners, but is equally valuable for salads and for stuffing. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c;

Yi Lb., $2.50.

RUBY KING — One of the most popular large red peppers. The fruits are quite large, bright red, fleshy, green when young, mild and fine flavored. Rather late in maturing and not so sure a cropper as some other varieties. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

SWEET MOUNTAIN — Very similar to Bull Nose but with us a little earlier and more productive. The handsome red fruits are medium sized, fleshy, sweet and mild. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

UPRIGHT SWEET SALAD — A moderately early variety of very superior quality. The plants are vigorous, the fruits are borne upright and are thick fleshed, tender, very sweet and mild. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

INFIXED MANGOES — This is a mixture of all the choicest varieties, in all colors and sizes, just suited for average family use. Pkt., 15c; Yz Oz., 40c; 1 Oz., 75c; Yi Lb., $2.50.

TOBACCO

TOBACCO SEED should be sown as early as possible in the spring after danger of frost is over. Usually a quantity of brush is burned and the ashes mixed with the soil. Then the seed may be sown, covering lightly. When the plants are six inches high transplant in rows four or five feet apart each way. It is very important to keep the ground well cultivated. BIG HAVANA— A hybrid Havana or Cuban seed leaf. A heavy cropper and one of the earliest cigar leaf varieties. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Yi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $5.50.

CONNECTICUT SEED LEAP — A hardy cigar variety, well adapted to the climate of the middle and northern states. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Yi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $5.50.

IMPROVED WHITE BURLEY — A Standard variety and a popular sort for plug fillers and wrappers. Our strain is much superior to the common White Burley, being especially selected and grown by an expert. We know it to be of the best possible quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Yi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $5.50.

HORSERADISH ROOTS

MALINER-KREN — A variety from Bohemia that is much more vigorous and grows much larger than the common Horse- radish. Cuttings planted in April will produce fine, large cuttings the first of the following October. It is white, free from disease, yields very heavily, will grow on any kind of soil and stands dry weather well. This variety has produced four tons per acre that sold for $100 a ton. It requires 10,000 cuttings to plant one acre. Twenty-five to fifty roots will supply an average sized family. Price, roots ready for plant- ing, by mail postpaid, 6 for 15c; Doz., 25c; 50 for 75c; 100 for $1.35. Express not paid, 500 for $4.50; 1,000 for $8.00.

COMMON HORSERADISH— Roots ready for planting, by mail postpaid, Doz., 25c; 50 for 60c; 100 for 90c. By express not paid, 500 for $2.50; 1,000 for $4.50.

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Mixed Radishes.

Radies RADISH Rabanitos

All vareties of radishes thrive best in a rich, not too heavy soil, and a sandy loam is best. For early use sow in the hotbed in February or outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked, in rows six to ten inches apart, covering the seed one- half inch deep. Thin to one inch apart in row. The summer varieties may be sown at the same time, coming on after the earlier sorts are gone. The winter varieties should not be sown until about August 1st. Sow every week or ten days for succes- sion until hot weather comes on. One ounce of seed will plant 100 feet of drill. Varieties marked with an asterisk (*) are best suited for market gardeners.

EARLY OLIVE AND TURNIP SHAPED VARIETIES

CRIMSON GIANT — One of the best early sorts for either outdoor use or for forcing. The round, bright red roots grow to exceptionally large size before becoming pithy. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

EARLY SCARLET TURNIP — A very early, small bright red radish that is liked both by gardeners and for home use. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50. EARLIEST WHITE TURNIP — A small early forcing variety, about one inch in diam- eter, twice as broad as deep. Excellent for forcing or open ground, and of good flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

*EARLY SCARLET TURNIP, WHITE TIPPED — A very popular early variety. Globe shaped scarlet with white tip, fine quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; i/4 Lb., 80c; Lb., $2.75. EARLY WHITE BOX — Excellent for forcing or outdoor growth. One of the very best for fall use. It makes rapid growth, but may be left until it reaches a diameter of two inches before becoming pithy. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50. ^FRENCH BREAKFAST — An excellent early, oval shaped radish; scarlet with white tip. It gets pithy rather soon, but is fine while it lasts. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

NON PLUS ULTRA — An extra early turnip shaped, forcing radish. Scarlet, small tops,

fiesh crisp and well fiavored. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; i/i Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.00.

*YICK’S SCARLET GLOBE— One of the best early sorts. Grows a little longer than round, has a brilliant, deep scarlet color, matures in about 25 days, stands the heat better and does not become pithy as soon as many other varieties. Adapted to either hothouse or outdoors. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Lb., 80c; Lb., $2.75.

EARLY LONG RADISHES

*LONG CINCINNATI MARKET — A strain of Long Scarlet that grows to slightly larger size. Much used in the South for shipment. Long, straight, deep scarlet roots that are very smooth and of good quality. Tops small, and does not become pithy early. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50. -EARLY LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP — A standard sort of very attractive appearance. Long, red roots grow partly out of ground and are of the choicest qualitv. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50. HALF LONG DEEP SCARLET (Paris Beauty) — A variety extensively grown in the South and good anywhere. May be used for forcing. Roots about two and one-half inches long. Deep scarlet. Does not become pithy very quickly. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

LONG WHITE ICICLE— Deservedly the most pop- ular of the early long white radishes. The long roots are very white in color and of the finest quality. They stay in their prime longer than any other first early sort. Excellent for forcing and a splendid sort for outdoors. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; 14 Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.00.

VieJt’s Scarlet Globe*

Icicle Radish.

LO^G BRIGHTEST^ "scarlet (Cardinal White Tipped) — Similar to Long. Scarlet but roots are shorter and even brighter in color. A very handsome radish and the quality is very good. Ready for use about twenty-five days after planting. This radish impresses us more favorably each year and we think that after it is better known it will be used by our market gardeners more extensively. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

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*LiONG SCARLET CHARTIER (Shepherd) — An excellent long scarlet radish for general use. Long, slender roots, bright scarlet tipped with white. They stay in their prime for a remarkably long time. A popular market gardener’s sort. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

LONG WHITE CHARTIER (Nonpareil) — Developed from and very similar to Long Scarlet Chartier, excepting that it is somewhat earlier and has a white tip. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

LONG WHITE VIENNA (Lady Finger) — An excellent summer variety with long white roots; medium tops; flesh crisp and tender and maturing shortly after Wood’s Early Frame. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

^WOOD’S EARLY FRAME — An early forcing strain of the Early Long Scarlet Short Top that is equally good for early outdoor use. It is hardy, half long, scarlet and crisp. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

*WHITE STRASBURG SUMMER — One of the very best, large summer varieties. It is of somewhat larger size and thicker than Vienna. The roots remain in condition for a long time and grow to be four inches long by one to two inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

*WHITE STUTTGART SUMMER — A very large summer radish. Top-shaped and often grows to four inches in diameter. Does not get pithy until very late and may even be stored as a winter radish. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; V^ Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

WINTER RADISHES

This class of radishes has an important place in the garden, and should be grown more extensively. They are of as good flavor as the early varieties and will grow at a time when the earlier sorts will not thrive. A great many gardeners make the mis- take of planting them too early. They should be seeded about the last of June. ^CELESTIAL (White Chinese) — A fine winter sort. Roots are long, cylindrical or stump rooted; six to ten inches long, two to three and a half inches in diameter; flesh crisp, solid and mild. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

LONG BLACK SPANISH — Black skin, white flesh. Roots when mature are six to eight inches long by one and a half to three inches in diameter; flesh is solid and pungent but well flavored. A good keeper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

ROUND BLACK SPANISH — A German favorite. Very similar to Long Black Spanish except in shape, which is round to top shaped. Skin black, flesh white and pungent; keeps well. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

CHINESE ROSE (Scarlet China) — A very handsome and distinct winter variety. Roots are cylindrical and largest at bottom end; skin an attractive rose color; flesh white, solid, crisp and pungent. Keeps well throughout the autumn and winter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

CHOICE MIXED RADISHES — Many of our customers who wish to make but one sow- ing find this mixture suits their needs excellently. It contains all the choicest early, medium and late varieties, thus providing a succession. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; Vi Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.50.

Haferwurzel

SALSIFY or OYSTER PLANT

Salifi

This plant is used for a substitute for oysters, and we like it fully as well as the oysters themselves. It is either used in soup or scalloped with best results. Sow early in the spring on rather light, fertile ground, in drills eighteen inches apart; thin the plants to one or one and a half inches in the row. The roots are more in- clined to fork on ground heavily manured with fresh manure or on sod ground. Be- fore the ground freezes they should be dug and stored as yru would other root crops. Light freezing greatly benefits the flavor.

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND — An improved variety that grows nearly double the size of the old sorts. Of very good quality, uniform and of fine flavor. Pkt., 15c- Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

Spinat SPINACH Espinaca

This plant win grow in any ordinary soil, but responds well to fertility. Sow early in the spring in drills twelve to eighteen inches apart and thin to six inches apart in row. For early use sow in August or September, protecting the plants with a light covering of leaves or straw. One ounce of seed will sow fifty feet of drill. Sow the seeds of New Zealand in hills two feet apart each way, three or four seeds in a hill BROAD FLANDERS — Bright green, arrow-shaped leaves. A standard bunching sort for gardeners. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

LONG SEASON — As its name

Sandwich Island Salsify,

Long;-«Standlog TUick-Lcaved.

suggests, this variety has a longer season than any other sort excepting New Zealand. The plants are rather dwarf and compact, leaves broad and very dark green and crumpled. One of the best for use during hot weather as well as for early planting. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

LONG STANDING — Broad arrow-shaped, crumpled leaves. A strong grower that forms a great abundance of succulent foliage that sells readily on the markets. This plant forms uniform leaves over the entire plant at one time which makes it an excellent market gardener’s variety. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vi Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

NEW ZEALAND — Not a true spinach in type, and in that it remains green and in prime condition all summer. The plant becomes very large and spreading, but the leaves are small, thick, soft and fleshy. Pick the leaves from the stalk and you will have delicious greens up until frost. A very remarkable plant in the way it resists hot, dry weather Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c; Vi Lb., $1.25; Lb., $4.00.

PRICKLY or WINTER — Especially recommended for fall sowing, although it does well if sown in the spring. The plants grow quite large and the light green leaves are me- dium sized, thick and fleshy. It goes to seed sooner than some other sorts. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Vl Lb., $1.20; Lb., $3.50.

SAVOY LEAVED or BLOOMSDALE — Leaves are very curled and crumpled. It is early and very hardy, being splendid for winter use. Much used by Southern truckers, as it is a splendid shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; V2 Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.50.

VICTORIA— -The leaves are very dark green and of the true Savoy type. It is later than Long Standing and slow to run to seed. A splendid gort for either the home or market garden. Pkt., 10c; Qz., 85c; % iit),, $1.00; Lb., $3.50,

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1 — Karly Sugar Pumpkin. 3 — ^Warted Hubbard Squash. 3 — Turk’s Cap Squash. 4 — Boston Marrow Squash. 5 — Red Hubbard Squash. 6 — Golden Bronze Squash.

Speise Kurbiss SQUASH Calabaza

Squashes like a rich, loose soil. The culture is the same as for Melons and Cucumbers. The bush varieties should be four feet apart, the running sorts six to ten feet apart. One ounce of seed will plant fifteen to fifty hills, according to size of seed.

BOSTON MARROW — A moderately early, decidedly prolific variety, ten to fourteen inches in diameter, twelve to six- teen inches long, light salmon color, very thick meated, fine grained, sweet, excellent quality every way and a reasonably good keeper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; i/4 Lh*. 35c; Lh., $1.00.

HELICATA — An early, small variety, about the size of the Pordhook, or a trifie larger, and similar shape, yellow and green mottled; productive; a good keeper; not quite as rich as Turk’s Cap or Hubbard. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

HELrICIOUS — ■ A moderately early, medium sized variety, about seven or eight inches in diameter, ten to fourteen inches long, dark green color, thick flesh, fine grained, sweet and very dry. A reasonably good keeper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.35.

ESSEX HYBRID (Turk’s Cap) — A cylindrical-shaped Squash with a large nub or “Turk’s Cap” at the blossom end, S' hard shelled, almost solid meated, very fine grained, swee this one of the very best varieties. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; 1^4 I

Delicious Squasb.

^en to twelve inches in diameter, light salmon color, and of finest flavor. It is a good keeper. We consider *., 40c; Lb., $1.20.

EORDHOOK (Running) — We have these both in the running and bush varieties. The running variety is a little the more uniform of the two, fruit small, about four inches in diameter and ten or twelve inches long, cream color, moderately hard shelled, fine grained and good quality. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Y4, Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.35.

HUBBARD — Deservedly one of the most popular of the win- ter squashes. Oval shaped with both ends pointed; skin rough and dark green; shell very hard and tough; flesh thick, of bright orange color, dry, fine grained and of su- perior flavor. Excellent for pies as well as for baking. An excellent keeper and will often keep through the en- tire winter. Our strain is especially selected and very fine. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; i/4 Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.35.

MARBLEHEAD — An old standard sort and one of the best; size and shape about like the original Hubbard, skin gray, shell hard, fine grained, sweet and a good keeper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; Yi Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.10.

RED or GOLDEN HUBBARD — A variety similar to the orig- inal Hubbard, but with a deep salmon colored skin and smaller in size, being six to eight inches in diameter, ten to twelve inches long, shell hard, flesh fine grained and sweet, an excellent keeper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Y, Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

WARTED HUBBARD — A variety greatly esteemed by market gardeners, as it is one of the best sellers on market. It is larger than the original Hubbard, with larger warts. Our strain usually runs ten to fourteen inches in diameter, very productive, not quite as nice quality as the original Hubbard. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50. GOLDEN BRONZE — A medium sized variety about eight inches in diameter, blunt on the blossom end, color about like Hubbard except for a shade of bronze; flesh thick, fine grained, sweet in flavor. An excellent keeper. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Yi Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.35.

BANANA SOTJASH — A long, more or less cylindrical like fruit, heavier yielder and better quality than the Hub- bard. Sometimes grows more than three feet in length. Turk’s Cap. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; Yi 3^^-. 60c; Lb-, $1-85.

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BUSH

VARIETIES

This type of Squash is coming into favor more and more each year and in our opinion it is a very useful type. The gardener with small space can grow several varieties of the Bush Squash and in this way make selections for different purposes. The market gardener should not overlook the value of this type, since it is easier to cultivate and care for, and the space between rows can be used later in the sea- son for other crops.

Pordhook Running Squash.

FORDHOOK BUSH — The fruits of this variety are slightly smaller than those of the running Fordhook, but are a little thicker meated and of the same fine quality. One of the best of the summer squashes and also keeps fairly well. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 45c; Lb., $1.35.

EARLY WHITE BUSH SCALLOP — A very early squash of true bush habit. The fruits are creamy-white, medium sized and productive. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; i/4 Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

EARLY YELLOW BUSH SCALLOP — ^Very similar in growth and fruit to preceding, but the skin is a deep orange color. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; Lb., 30c; Lb., 65c.

aiAMMOTH WHITE BUSH SCALLOP— Nearly as early as the Early Scallop and much larger, frequently growing twelve to fourteen inches in diameter. A very handsome variety, Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; V4, Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

3IAM3IOTH YELLOW BUSH SCALLOP — Very similar to the Mammoth White Bush Scallop except that the skin is col- ored yellow and the flesh is creamy-yellow. We recom- mend this variety as the best of the yellow sorts. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; ^ Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.

SU30IER CROOKNECK— An old favorite, very early and productive. Fruit medium sized with long crooked neck, thickly warted and rich golden-yellow. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; V4, Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

MAMMOTH SUMaiER CROOKNECK— The largest and one of the earliest summer crookneck squashes. Vines of true bush habit, very productive; fruit true crookneck type, rich, golden-yellow, thickly warted and very handsome in Marblehead. appearance. Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50.

Rube TURNIP Nabo

HE early varieties may be sown as early as the ground can be worked in the spring. For fall and main crop, the latter half of June is proper seeding time. The Ruta Baga varieties should be planted in drills at least eighteen inches apart and thinned out to six inches in the row. They should be sown about June 15th. Use one to three pounds of seed per acre.

EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN — The earliest flat variety, top purple, bottoms white, medium sized, flat shaped, uniform and good quality. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; V4, Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN — The earliest flat white turnip, very similar to Purple Top Milan. Tops small and strap-leaved. May be planted close together. Medium size, quality very good. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; ^ Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

EARLY SNOWBALL — A medium sized, early vari- ety; pure white and of good flavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; 14 Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH— A standard, flat, early variety, much used in the South, good sized, pure white with small top, fine grained and sweet; grows about two and one-half inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; % Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.25.

POMERANIAN WHITE GLOBE — A large, pure white, globe-shaped variety. Flesh firm and sweet. Suitable either for table or stock feeding. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; ^ Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.25.

PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE— As indicated by its name, this variety is white under ground, purple above, flesh white, fine grained and tender; should be used when about three inches in diameter. Keeps well and good for market use. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; V4, Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

Early Snowball.

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PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAVED — An old standard variety of splendid merit and probably more widely used than any other. Early, with upright strap leaves; roots are flat, medium sized, purple above ground and white be- low. Flesh is white, flne grained and tender. Should be used at about two and a half inches for table, but grows much larger for stock feeding. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

SEVEV TOP — A variety used for greens. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; Vi Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.00.

WHITE EGG — A quick growing, egg shaped variety. Tops small; roots smooth and white, flesh Arm, flne grained and sweet. Should be used when roots are two inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; % Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

COW HORV OR LONG WHITE — A variety used somewhat for stock feeding and more for plowing under. The roots average perhaps two inches in diameter and twelve to fifteen inches long. Turnips make potash soluble in the soil, gathering it into their roots. A crop of turnips left to decay in the ground not only helps the succeeding crop with potash, but humus, and some of our customers report an increase in yield of oats following turnips of as high as ten bushels per acre. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; Vi Lb., $1.00; Lb., $3.00. Ex- press not paid — 15 Lbs., $2.75 per Lb.

YELLOW-FLESHED VARIETIES

Our yellow turnips are drier, more like a potato, than

the white varieties. They look fine when cooked and have

an excellent flavor.

GOLDEN BALL or ORANGE JELLY — Recommended as the best yellow sort for table use, a good keeper, yel- low, globe-shaped, early and rapid grower. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; Va Lb., 90c; Lb., $3.25.

YELLOW STONE — One of the best yellow varieties. Quite early, round, but somewhat flattened, very good quality. Good for the table or for stock. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

RUTA BAGA

IMPROVED AMERICAN PURPLE TOP — An improved American strain of Purple Top Yellow Ruta Baga. Roots yellow below ground and purple above, large, globular, and with short neck; flesh yellow and sweet. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50,

LAING’S PURPLE TOP — One of the earliest varieties and attains good size. Small, strap-leaved tops, necks small; skin purple above, yellow below; flesh yellow and of good quality. Used either for table or for feed- ing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

CARTER’S IMPROVED PURPLE TOP — Excellent for the table or for stock feeding. Nearly round, skin yellow with purple top; flesh yellow and solid. Hardy and a heavy yielder. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

KELWAY’S PERFECT MODEL — (New.) This is probably the most perfectly formed Ruta Baga on the market, and also one of the largest and best quality, being largely used in England as a table variety, individual roots sometimes weigh 16 pounds and are splendid for feeding purposes. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

KELWAY’S LANGPORT MAMMOTH — A new variety of Ruta Baga, which is highly recommended by expert growers. It is very prolific; uniform size and shape ; excel- lent quality. Roots attain a size of more than six inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

3IONARCH TANKARD or ELEPHANT — Originated in England by Carter, and very highly prized there. Large tankard-shaped roots with small necks and tops, dark red above ground and yellow below. Flesh is a deep yellow and fine grained. A very heavy yielder. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; % Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

SKIRVING’S KING OP SWEDES— A standard variety for table use or for feeding. The roots are large, oval, with purple tops and yellow flesh. The quality is ex- cellent. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

WHITE SWEDE or SWEET RUSSIAN — A very largeft white variety that is very desirable because of its keep- ing qualities. Tops small and strap-leaved; roots large,! nearly globe-shaped and with small neck; skin green-* ish-white; flesh white, solid and very sweet. Splendid | either for table or for feeding. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c; Va Lb., $1.25; Lb., $3.50.

Liebesapfel TOMATO Tomate

Tomatoes can be grown on almost any soil, but do best on a light, warm, not over-rich soil. Their success de- pends largely on their getting favorable growing conditions throughout the early part of the season so that they may make a steady, rapid growth. Sow in hotbed six or eight weeks before time to set outdoors. Fruit may be had much earlier by sowing two or three weeks earlier and transplanting to small pots. The plants are usually set four feet apart each way, and it is best to stake them when they get about three feet high. The dwarf or tree toma- toes may be planted closer together and need no support. One ounce of seed will produce about 2,000 to 3,000 plants and two ounces will plant an acre.

Central Ohio is recognized as one of the best tomato growing districts in the world. Columbus is naturally the | center of this district, and for years great interest has been shown in the Tomato Show at the Ohio State Fair. Only once have we entered any exhibits in this show, as we prefer not to compete against our own customers. In 1915 we won First Premium on Display of Tomatoes, this being the only class in which we made any entries.

This last year we offered special premiums in connection with the Ohio State Fair and are pleased to state that the vegetables in the premium lists that were raised from our seeds proved more fully to us that the quality of our goods is as good as the best. Please refer to our introductory pages for the lists of awards.

WING’S RED SUNRISE — A few years ago we made a selection for an early tomato, with the idea of increasing the yield of salable fruit over the Earliana, which, in our estimation, was the best early tomato at that time. We carefully tested this variety before offering it to our customers. Since offering it for sale, we have had a great many recommendations from men who know. It has even surpassed our highest expectations, and we feel pleased that we can offer this tomato to our customers. We consider it the most useful variety in our list because of its being a week earlier than Earliana, both in first fruit and main gathering, because it yields twenty-five per cent more salable fruits than the Earliana, because it cuts equal with any other early variety, early or late. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 60c; Va Lb., $2.00;

Lb., $6.00.

We quote the following from one of our customers:

“In studying the ten different varieties of Tomatoes which I am growing in my private trial grounds this summer, I cannot help but be impressed with the excellent characteristics of Wing’s Red Sunrise. Its foliage is much heavier than Earliana, and under certain cli- matic conditions such as on Long Island, I would say that Wing’s Red Sunrise is just about fifty per cent superior in resisting un- favorable conditions. The fruit has been ex- cellent.

“We have tested it now for ten days, and the quality leaves nothing to be desired.

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A.C3IE — A popular variety with gardeners for shipping or home markets. Good also for home use. Midseason, round, pink, medium sized and attractive. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; lA Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

BEAUTY — One of the best purple varieties for midsea- son table use. Vines vigorous and productive; fruit large, solid and smooth. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; ^4, Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

BOXXY BEST — An excellent early scarlet tomato for home use or for the market. Vines very vigorous; fruit medium, uniform, smooth and fairly meaty. A splendid forcing variety. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; i/4 Lb., $1.50;

Lb., $4.50.

BUCKEYE STATE — One of the largest smooth purple varieties. It is much smoother than most large sorts, yields well, and is very attractive looking. It sells w’ell and our strain cuts nicely. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

CHALK’S EARLY JEWEL — About ten days later than Earliana, a good yielder, color scarlet, smooth, with much better core than Earliana. Our strain of this tomato is of the very best. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; ^ Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

C03IET — A rather small, scarlet tomato that is excellent for canning whole. The vines are vigorous; fruit borne in large clusters, round, very smooth and uniform in size apd shape. They are borne in great abundance, in fact being one of the heaviest yielders in our plot. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

CORELESS — A large scarlet, globe-shaped tomato that is excellent for canning. Vines are strong growing; fruit large, smooth and solid. Matures late and is ex- cellent for slicing as well as canning. A good yielder. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55; ^ Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

DWARF GLA.1VT — Sometimes called “Dwarf Ponderosa” on account of its large size. It is the largest of the tree tomatoes, ribbed, but smoother than Ponderosa. Purple, very meaty and of fine fiavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; ^ Lb., $1.65; Lb., $4.75.

EARLIAIVA — A standard variety which is almost indis- pensable. Among the very first early tomatoes, being ten days earlier than most early sorts. Our trial ground records show it to be an extremely good yielder this year. We think that in all garden seeds, and especially tomato seeds, the name of the variety does not mean so much, but that the seeds should be se- lected from the best strains and should be kept absolutely pure.

We take great care in the selection of this seed, along with all others. Pkt., 10c; Oz.,

50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb.,

$4.50.

EARLY DETROIT — A

new variety of a pur- plish pink color, which ripens with Earliana.

Fruit is smooth, globe shaped and very firm skinned, which makes it an excellent shipper.

Quality excellent. Re- garded as one of the best new early varie- ties. Pkt., 10c; Oz.. 55c;

Vi Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

EXORMOUS — This scarlet variety is especially recom- mended to our customers who wish a splendid variety for their home garden. The plant yields very freely throughout the entire season. The fruit is almost as large as Ponderosa and quite a bit smoother. Is excel- lent for slicing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; Vi Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

*^AV0RITE — A large scarlet variety that is used for can- ning as well as in the home garden. A heavv yielder; smooth and cuts well. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c; Vi Lb., $1.15; Lb., $4.00.

PILLBASKET — This tomato is a new variety, coming be- tween the small fruited varieties and the ordinary sized tomatoes. The average weight, two to three ounces. Very uniform, smooth and solid, forming large clusters that ripen quite uniformly, making the plant a heavy yielder of solid substantial fruit. Pkt., 15c.

GOLDEX Q,UEEX — A splendid yellow variety of medium size, quite smooth, uniform; cuts fine and is a good yielder. Very handsome sliced with red tomatoes. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

GOLDEX POXDEROSA — A beautiful new yellow tomato for the home garden. Nearly as large as the purple Ponderosa, smoother and equally as meaty. Yields very heavily and is of delicious fiavor. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 60c; Vi Lb., $2.00; Lb., $6.00.

IMPERIAL — A purple variety, very smooth, medium size, reasonably heavy yielding and of very good quality. We consider this tomato good enough for very critical trade. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

JOHX BAER — A very good new second early, scarlet tomato. The vines are quite tall and vigorous; fruit nearly globe-shaped, medium sized, very smooth and uniform, of a bright scarlet color; walls are thick, seed cells small, very meaty and with no cores. It is just a little later than Earliana and the yield is very much heavier. The fruits also are markedly smoother, more uniform and of finer quality. As this variety has now been tested for several seasons we have no hesitancy in recommending it to our customers. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; Vi Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

JUXE PIXK — A valuable sort for gardeners whose mar- kets demand a purple, early tomato. It ripens nearly as early as Earliana, is very prolific, smooth, even, and of splendid quality. Equally good for the home garden. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

MAGX'L'S — A medium early, large fruited, purple variety that is excellent either for market or the home garden. The vines are vigorous and have potato foliage; fruit globe-shaped, large, smooth and of fine quality. Yields very heavily. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; Vi Lb.-, $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

MATCHLESS — A favorite main crop variety, medium large, smooth, free from cracks, bright red color and a good keeper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

PERFECTIOX — A crimson variety, medium sized, rather globe-shaped, of excellent quality, and one that cuts above average; a good canner or shipper. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

POX'DEROSA — This is about the largest fruited variety in our trial grounds; fruit somewhat oblong in form, deep through, ribbed or ridged, purple color. This va- riety has perhaps the smallest seed cells and the firmest fiesh of anything in our grounds. We have used it for years as a slicing variety for the table and could hardly do without it. It is not a good variety for market gardeners or shipping. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 60c; Vi Lb., $2.00; Lb., $6.00.

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SAN JOSJE CANNER — This is a large fruited variety, rather late in ripening, producing a large smooth fruit. Has a small core, is very meaty and solid. The plant continues to bear well right up to frost time. Highly recommended for canners. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; Lb., ?1.75;

Lb., $5.00.

STONE — Largely grown for main crop and almost exclusively used by canning fac- tories. Large fruit, bright red, solid and meaty enough for slicing. Yields very heavily and uniformly. Pkt., 10c; Oz.,

50c; Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

TRUCKER’S FAVORITE — A very choice, large fruited purple tomato, yielding for us one to six best, the fruit smooth, without cracks and cutting exception- ally well. We can thoroughly recom- mend this variety. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c;

Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

DWARF CHAMPION — A very early purple fruited tomato of true dwarf or “tree” habit. The dwarf varieties do not yield quite so heavily, but are economical of space and do not run to vine on rich ground as some of the larger sorts will.

Fruits are smooth, of good quality, and

are borne abundantly. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; % Lb., $1.65;

Lb., $4.75.

GLOBE — A large purple, globe-shaped tomato that is very largely used for shipping, especially in the South. It is a prolific variety and of very fine quality. Much used for forcing. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 55c; V4, Lb., $1.75; Lb., $5.00.

DWARF STONE — Similar to Dwarf Champion, but with more vigorous vines and larger fruit of bright scarlet color. Late, of good quality and productive. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; Vi Lb., $1.50; Lb., $4.50.

Stone.

SMALL FRUITED SORTS

RED PEACH — Resembles a small peach. Skin covered with a slight bloom or pubescence. Used for preserv- ing or table decoration. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

YELLOW PEACH — Identical with above except in color. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

RED PEAR — Pear-shaped. Used in preserves or for “Tomato Figs.” Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

YELLOW PEAR — Same as above except in color. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

YELLOW PLUM — Fruit bright yellow, two inches long, an inch in diameter. Fleshy and fine flavored. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

RED CHERRY — Small scarlet fruits borne in clusters. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c.

YELLOW CHERRY — Same as above but yellow. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c. [[

RED CURRANT — Decidedly ornamental, • resembling long!

branches of currants. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c. j

STRAWBERRY OR HUSK TOMATO — Plants of low spreading growth, fruit enclosed in a husk, sweet i' flavored; used for preserving or pies. Pkt., 10c; Oz., 40c. 11

RHUBARB

Rhubarb requires a rich, deeply cultivated soil. Sow early in spring in rows one foot apart, covering one inch. Thin to six inches. The second fall after sowing, trans- j plant, setting two feet apart and two feet deep. One eunce of seed will produce 500 plants.

VICTORIA — The most popular variety, fine for family I use and market. Comes quite true from seed. Pkt., I 5c; Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00.

RHUBARD ROOTS — Sent by express at buyer’s expense. 1 25c and 50c each according to size of clump. ;

MUSHROOM SPAWN

American Spawn — In bricks

Any amateur can successfully grow Mushrooms in a dark room or cellar where the temperature can be main- tained at fifty to sixty degrees. You can gather the first crop of Mushrooms, provided your temperature is right, i in six or eight weeks. One brick of spawn is enough * ol for a bed 3x3 feet. Directions sent with each order.

Per Brick. 10 Bricks. 100 Bricks.

20c

$1.80

$16.00

Notice to Market Gardeners

John Baer.

We wish to state that we furnish nothing but the best for your trade; the same goods that we have built our retail trade on. Our prices are exceptionally low when the quality of the goods is considered, and we know that if we are given a trial that you will continue one of our satisfied customers. Write us for quotations, using your business let- ter head.

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FIELD SEED DEPARTMENT

ALFALFA

By CHAS. B. WING

First Cutting Alfalfa on a Wing Farm.

IMPORTANT THINGS almost always seem to start with some little incident not apparently important of itself. Over twenty-five years ago our Mr. Joseph E. Wing was compelled to go to the great ranches of the West in order to develop more robust health. He stayed there a year or so, securing the strength that he needed, and then returned to Ohio. The important part of the whole m*atter was that he brought back with him a love for the Alfalfa plant, that he undertook to grow it on our old farm, and that his first attempt was a complete success. In a few years we were growing several acres of it, and after finding that it grew readily and that our stock loved it dearly, Joe began writing for the farm papers, advising everybody else to go and do likewise.

This happened early in the nineties. Times were des- perately hard. Had my father not left several thousand dollars of money out at interest, I scarcely know how we could have lived during those years from the very meager receipts from the farm.

I remember that we bought a neighbor’s corn for 18 cents per bushel ; the market advanced to 20 cents, and he refused to fill his contract, whereat both of us were ag- grieved. Another neighbor sold us his corn at 22 cents; the market advanced to 24 cents, and then he refused to fill the contract. These things seem amusing now, but they were far from amusing at that time.

We sold no Alfalfa hay. In fact, we did not usually have enough hay for our own consumption, but we thought the Alfalfa paid because it yielded well and our stock throve on it so much better than on the Timothy and Clover which we had formerly used.

• I well remember that when we first had forty acres of Alfalfa seeded down, I told our mother that I believed times would get better for us now, that it was pretty hard to live off the income of the farm, but that I hoped this Alfalfa was going to benefit us. None of us ever dreamed

how greatly it would benefit not only ourselves, but the other farmers throughout the Corn Belt, who were to fol- low in our footsteps and grow this great legume.

About the same time that we began growing Alfalfa, we began feeding the hay to western lambs. First we fed, I think,' about a hundred and fifty; about the next year, two hundred, then three hundred, five hundred, seven hundred and so on to our present capacity. The increase was mod- erate in the beginning, but followed quite rapidly, and after we reached about five hundred head, ’J;he fertility of our place was increasing almost by leaps apd bounds.

We did not get much of a start with Alfalfa until prob- ably 1893 or ’94, but by 1900 we were growing seventy-five or a hundred acres, and since that time we have never had less than a hundred and sometimes we have between three and four hundred.

About 1894, probably, Joe began strongly urging other farmers to grow the plant, and largely through his efforts it has become established throughout the states east of the Missouri River. There is nowhere nearly as^ much of it grown even today as there should be, but sufficient progress has been made so that the farmers themselves are doing vast amounts of boosting for it. They thoroughly under- stand how to grow it, and it has assumed great importance as one of our leading crops.

I have mentioned our own success with it, not at all as a boast, but simply to encourage some other farmer who is hesitating whether or not to change his methods and try Alfalfa. , , , j

The vast majority of my readers know already the ad- vantages of this crop, but for the benefit of the few who do not know, let me state a few indisputable facts.

In the first place. Alfalfa is unquestionably the most nutritious and the most palatable forage plant grown in North America today. In its chemical analysis it is fully equal to wheat bran. In Experiment Station tests it has

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actually been shown to feed as well as wheat bran, a pound of Alfalfa displacing a pound of bran with (if any differ- ence) better results. Dairy cows thrive on it as on no other feed. Cattle fatten on it better than on any other forage; horses will retain their flesh on it with a smaller allowance of grain than with any other feed; nothing will take its place with sheep, either as a maintenance ration or for fat- tening purposes, and even for poultry, there is nothing else so good. Brood sows will stand up to a self-feeder of it all winter and thrive as on nothing else that can be given them. Fattening hogs put on gain faster and cheaper when given an Alfalfa pasture supplemented by corn than with any other combination known.

In the second place its great roots penetrating, under favorable conditions, for ten, fifteen or twenty feet, bring up both nourishment and moisture from depths in the soil that no other crop we grow could possibly touch. In times of drought the Alfalfa fields are the only green thing the eye can find.

In the third place, in seasons like 1915, when we have constant deluges of rain, your small grain will be growing vigorously in the shock in spite of anything you can do; your Clover will be absolutely ruined, and your Timothy or mixed hay practically spoiled, while your Alfalfa hay, if you have paid any attention to it at all, will be worth 50, 75, perhaps, even 80 or 90 per cent of its original value. In other words, it will stand vastly more punishment from rain than will any other form of hay and vastly more than any of the small grains will. In a year like 1915, when it seemed as though you