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6 Dorr's Iowa Seed Manual.

Carrot.
A light sandy loam, deeply tilled is best. For early crops sow in Spring soon as the ground can be worked, in rows 15 inches apart, covering 1/2 inch. For field culture rows should be of sufficient distance to admit of the use of a horse cultivator; sow seed in May.

Per Packet, Five Cents.
Early French Forcing-The earliest variety valuable for forcing. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00.
Early Horn-Favorite sort, much esteemed for Summer use. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.00.
Half Long Stump Rooted-Second early; great value to gardeners. Oz. 10c; 1/4lb. 30c; lb. $1.00.
Improved Long Orange-The standard sort for field culture, also desirable for table use. Our stock is extra fine, being the result of careful selection for a series of years. It now produces very large, fine grained and even roots, rich orange color, fine flavor. Dairymen who feed these carrots will have little need of artificial butter colors. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.00.
Large White Belgian-Very productive; grown for stock for which it is highly recommended. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 70c.
Altringham-A large and fine flavored red sort. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.00.
Danvers-In the town of Danvers, Mass., the raising of Carrots on an extensive scale has for years been quite a business. After years of experimenting they settled upon a variety which originated among them, (as did the Danvers Onion) known in their locality as the "Danver's Carrot." It is in form about midway between the Long Orange and Short Horn class, growing generally with a stump root. The great problem in Carrot growing is to get the greatest bulk with the smallest length of root, and this is what the Danvers growers have attained in their Carrot. Under their cultivation they raise from twenty to thirty tons to the acre, and at times even larger crops. This Carrot is of a rich, dark orange color, very smooth and handsome, and from its length is easier to dig than the Long Orange. It is a first-class Carrot for any soil. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.25.

Cauliflower.
For the Spring or Summer crop sow the early varieties, at the North, about the middle of September, and when two inches high transplant to three inches apart,
into a frame covered with glazed shutters, where they must be protected through the Winter; in the Spring transplant to two and a half feet apart, into soil prepored as recommended for Cabbage. Sow the same varieties for succession in a hot-bed [hotbed] in March, and transplant when large enough. For the Autumn crop sow the late varieties in April or May in the open ground, and transplant like Winter Cabbages. In dry weather water freely, and as they advance in growth hoe deep and draw the earth to the stems. As they begin to head they should be well watered. One ounce will sow a bed of forty square feet. Extra culture and work will amply repay.
Erfurt Earliest Dwarf-Early; one of the best for forcing. Pkt. 25c; oz. $5.00.
Early Favorite-A new and exceedingly fine first class, early sort. Very sure to head. Pkt. 25c; oz. $5 .00.
Early Paris-Large fine heads; very popular. Pkt. 15c; oz. $1.00.
Early London-A well known and valuable variety. Pkt. 10c; oz. 75c.
Lenormands-Large; well formed heads. Best late sort. Pkt. 15c; oz. $1.25.
Early Snowball-Early. Superior. Sure to head. Pkt. 25c; oz. $5.00.
Cauliflower Plants-See list of Vegetable Plants.

Celery.
Sow seed in open ground, in light, sandy soil, in April, and thoroughly firm the soil; keep shaded, moist and clean of weeds. Clip the tops two or three times, to make the plants stocky, before transplanting, which should be done in July, in trenches eight inches deep and 3 feet apart for dwarf, and 4 for tall varieties. Cultivate often for two months, when it will be time to commence "earthing up," which should be done by degrees as the plants grow, being careful not to allow
the soil to get into the center of the plants. Store in trenches in well dried, open ground, 12 inches wide and of sufficient depth so the tops of the Celery will be six inches above the surface which must slope to carry off the surface water. Set plants closely together in an upright position. On the approach of severe cold
weather, cover gradually (to prevent heating) with hay or leaves, and boards to keep out moisture. The stalks will blanch perfectly and may be taken out any time during the Winter.

An ingenious manner for bleaching Celery is now practiced by our most successful growers, in this vicinity, and so far as we aware, is an original idea here. It consists of the placing of a section of a three-inch drain tile over each plant, which takes the place of the "earthing up" process. The tile is placed over the plant at about the same time the "earthing" would otherwise commence. Celery bleached in this manner is crystal white, free from dirt or rust, crisp and tender. It also grows to a good length. The only outlay is in the first cost of the tile, which of course can be saved and used year after year. Good celery is one of the luxuries of life, as well as one of the most profitable garden crops.

Per Packet, Five Cents, Except Where Noted.

Henderson's Half Dwarf-The favorite market variety in New York; close habit, solid, crisp and tender. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; 1/4 lb. $1.75.
Sandringham Dwarf White-Very popular, excellent quality. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c.
Large White Solid-Large size, solid and crisp. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c.
Boston Market-The great New England market variety; very tender, crisp, extremely mild flavor. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; 1/4 lb. $1.75.
Golden Dwarf-A new variety of decided merit. When blanched the heart is of a rich, golden color; excellent quality; good keeper. Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; 1/4 lb. $1.75
Turner's Dwarf White-Stiff, close habit, crisp and juicy. Oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c.
Laing's Mammoth Red-Very large; perfectly solid. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c.
Sealey s Leviathan-Large white; solid, fine flavor. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c.
Seymour's Superb White-Very popular English sort. Oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c.
White Walnut-Is of dwarf habit, seldom attaining a height of more than 20 inches. It is solid and heavy and has a peculiar rich walnut-like flavor. A novel and valuable quality of this variety is its graceful and feather-like foliage, which when blanched makes it the most beautiful of all for the table. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; 1/4 lb. $1.75.
Kreamer-A novelty. This delicious Celery, which is now offered to the public for the first time, was originated by Mr. Kreamer , one of the most careful and successful Celery growers in the country. It is the result of a careful cross. It is one of the very earliest sorts we have ever seen, coming into market from the first to the middle of July. It is never hollow, grows very rapidly and is consequently extremely crisp and tender. It is of a close, compact, upright habit; bleaches readily and rapidly. In height, it corresponds with "Henderson's Half Dwarf." The flavor is exquisitely fine and rich, partaking largely of a mild and delicious walnut taste. We offer this very desirable novelty, with the greatest assurance that it will meet with wonderful favor. In packets only. 25c each or 5 for $1.00.
Celeriac, or Turnip Rooted Celery-Oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c .
Celery Seed-For flavoring, per lb. 50c.
Celery Plants-See list of Vegetable Plants.

Chervil.
Curled-Leaves used in soups and salads. Cultivate like Parsley. Per packet, 5c; Oz. 20c.

Chicory.
Large Rooted-Used as a substitute for coffee. Take up the roots in the Fall, cut into small pieces and put away to dry. When wanted for use, it is roasted and ground like coffee. Per packet, 5c; oz 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c.