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[Left Column, continued from previous page] fore it is unnecesssry to say anything to them. But to new customers we would respectfully say, Give Us a Trial Order; it will pay you.

Per Packet, Five Cents, Except Where Noted. Best American sorts grown from choice Onions.

Extra Early Bloomsdale Pearl-The most remarkable onion ever introduced. Earliest of all. Pearly white, translucent, growing almost with the rapidity of a radish. Form flat; flavor very mild. Try it. Wonderfully fine. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; 1/4 lb. $1.50.

Extra Early Red- Fortnight earlier than Wethersfield. Medium size, flat, dark red in color; an excellent keeper, Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Large Red Wethersfield-This is the standard variety of the Western onion growers and a favorite sort whenever onions are grown for shipment. Large deep purplish-red; form round, flat; flesh purplish-white; moderately fine-grained. Very productive and an excellent keeper. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of an onion, Caption-Large Red Wethersfield.]

Yellow Danvers-A fine variety originated in South Danvers, Mass. Above the medium size, globular in form; skin yellowish-brown; flesh white, sugary, comparatively mild and well flavored; a good producer, frequently producing six hundred bushels to the acre, from seed sown in the spring. A good keeper, probably the best of all the onions. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

White Portugal-Handsome, mild flavor; not extra good keeper; extensively grown for pickling. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

[Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of an onion, Caption-Large White Globe.] Large Yellow-One of the oldest sorts and as a market variety, probably better known and more generally grown in this country than any other. Flesh white, fine-grained, mild, sugary and well-flavored. Hardy and productive. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Large White Globe- The handsomest market variety we have ever seen. Large size; oval form; very even; mild and pleasant flavor; good keeper; outsells every other variety. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Red Globe-Ripens ahead of the Wethersfield. It is a very productive and extremely popular market sort. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Small White Silverskin--For pickling. This is of small size, silvery white, and used almost entirely for pickling, on account of its small size, handsome appearance and mild flavor. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Italian Onions. The flavor of these is much milder than the ordinary onion. They are large, early and well adapted to home use. They are not good keepers, as a rule. The following are the best varieties:

Each, Per Packet, Ten Cents.

New Queen-A very nice extra early silver-skinned Tripoli onion, as remarkable for its keeping qualities as for the rapidity of its growth, being the best keeper of the foreign sorts. Very mild flavored and excellent for pickling. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Giant Rocca-Very large, frequently weighing three and one-half pounds. Globular form; mild, delicate flavor. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Marzagole-Very handsome, large, flat, silvery onions, extremely early. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Large Red Tripoli- Also very large and mild flavored; will grow to a large size from seed the first season, but to attain full size the small onions should be kept over and set out the following spring. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Large White Tripoli-Similar to the red except color. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. $1; lb. $3.

Onion Sets-See Vegetable Roots.

Parsley. A vegetable much used for seasoning soups and stews, and for garnishing. For winter use it may be transplanted under glass or to a light cellar; it may also be dried and rubbed to powder and kept in jars or bottles. The seed is very slow to germinate, and should be planted very early in spring; soaking the seed a day in warm water before sowing is an advantage. Sow in

[Right Column.] drills one foot apart, cover half an inch, and thin to six inches; or, better still, transplant and cut back. Well-grown plants are very ornamental in the flower garden, and make handsome borders.

Fern Leaved-One of the very best in cultivation; leaves bright green, beautifully curled and crested like fern or moss; nothing better for garnishing could be desired, as well as ornamental for a garden decorative plant. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c.

[Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of parsley leaves, Caption-Covent Garden.] Covent Garden-Finest curled; best for garnishing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c.

Plain Leaved-The hardiest and strongest growing variety. Leaves dark green. The best flavored for seasoning. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c.

Parsnips. For this crop the ground should be thoroughly prepared by plowing rather deep, and harrowing till clear of clods and lumps; well decomposed manures should be used, as rank manures produce rough, ill-shaped roots. It is extremely valuable for cattle feeding, being more nutritious than turnips or carrots, and yields immense crops with ordinary cultivation. Sow early in spring, in drills fifteen inches apart, covering half an inch; thin to five or six inches apart. They are improved by the frost, and it is usual to take up in the fall a certain quantity for winter, leaving the rest in the ground until spring; in this latitude they need no protection if left in the ground.

Per Packet, Five Cents.

Long Sugar or Hollow Crown-Best for general use; very tender, sugary, excellent flavored; large size; white and smooth. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of two parsnips, Caption-Long Sugar or Hollow Crown.]

Maltese-A new, long, very fine English variety. Claimed to be an improvement over all other sorts. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Sutton's Student-A fine flavored variety, somewhat smaller than the above kinds. Unexcelled for table use. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Peas. Peas mature quickest in light, dry soil, not too rich. May be sown as early as the ground can be worked, and for a succession every two weeks up to July, after which there is danger of mildew. Sow in drills four to six feet apart, according to varieties, one inch apart in the drills, not less than four inches deep, and late in the season seven or eight inches. A good plan, and one adopted by many market gardeners, is to sow in double drills, allowing four to six inches between these rows. Occasionally a good late crop can be obtained by sowing an early sort as late as the 20th of August. All peas should be gathered as fast as they become fit for use, for if they are allowed to ripen on the vine, the vines stop producing. All wrinkled peas are superior to the smoother sorts in flavor and sweetness, and they remain longer in condition for use. They are marked * in this list and should be sown thicker in the row than the smooth varieties, as they are more liable to rot. Twenty-five cents per quart must be added to pay postage when Peas are ordered by mail.

All Peas, Per Packet, Ten Cents, Post-Paid.

Early Varieties. *Bliss' American Wonder-Undoubtedly the earliest wrinkled pea yet introduced; hardy, and of very robust habit, attaining a height of only nine inches, but "filled to the brim" with pods, and these pods crowded with very sweet, sugary peas of the most delicious flavor. It has become a favorite with all lovers of peas. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.50; bu. $9.

Telegraph-This is an extraordinary acquisition, the peas often being so close together as to appear to be forming a double row in the pod. It is a fine second early variety, very robust in habit, bearing immense pods; the peas, when cooked, of a fine, deep green color; a great bearer and of fine flavor; height five feet. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

Extra Early Challenge-The Challenge was obtained by continued selections from Extra Early Philadelphia, and we can in all confidence say that after a trial of nearly all Extra Early varieties offered to the [continued next page]

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[Left Column, continued from previous page] trade, we have not found one possessing more merit, hence its name. For the market gardener it has no superior. It is not only extremely early and prolific but t [it] is of most luscious flavor. All the good qualities of the Extra Early are more nearly brought to perfection in the Challenge. Vines 18 inches. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

McBeth's Pride-An improvement of the Kentish Invicta, being fully as early, and materially better, sustaining the same relation to that desirable variety as does the Challenge to the Extra Early. It matures its entire crop together, so that one picking is sufficient. For shipping this is a most valuable item. Height, 36 inches. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

American Racer-This pea has proved very early, wonderfully productive and of the finest quality; an acquisition of high merit; height, two to two and one-half feet. Qt. 50c.

*Day's Early Sunrise-A first early white pea, bearing a great profusion of large, well-tilled pods. Each pod contains from seven to ten large wrinkled peas, of fine flavor. It is also a good sort to sow for main crop. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10.

*Telephone-This grand new variety grows four feet high, of very robust habit, with long pods, each containing ten to twelve very large peas, of most exquisite flavor. It is without exception the most productive of any early kind. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bush. $8.

Carter's First Crop-Very productive; good flavor; height 30 inches. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.50; bu. $5.

*Laxton's Alpha-Exquisite flavor; remarkable for its earliness and prolific bearing; pods large and well filled; height two and one-half feet. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bush. $8.

Philadelphia Extra Early-Favorite market variety; very early; productive; fine flavor; height 27 inches Qt. 25c; pk. $1.50; bu. $5.

*McLean's Little Gem-Dwarf; delicious flavor; rich and sugary; very early. Height one foot. A standard favorite for both private and market gardens. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bush. $8.

*Premium Gem- Magnificent dwarf; very productive, and well liked by all; said to be an improvement over the Little Gem. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bush. $8.

Early Kent- A fine pea; early and productive. Height thirty inches. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.50; bu. $5.

Tom Thumb-Very dwarf, not exceeding nine inches; an abundant bearer of good quality. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

Improved Dan O'Rourke-A popular market variety. Height two feet. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.50; bu. $5.

Kentish Invicta-Earliest blue pea except McBeth's Pride in cultivation; quality first-class; very productive. Height two and one-half feet. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.75; bu. $6.

McLean's Blue Peter-Excellent quality; general habit like Tom Thumb, but more robust, almost as dwarf and immensely productive. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bush. $8.

Bliss's Abundance-This new pea is introduced to the public claiming extraordinary productiveness, having produced 667 lbs. from 10 lbs. of seed. It is described by the introducer as "half dwarf, fifteen to eighteen inches high, foliage large, thick, full and dark green; pods three to three and a half inches long, roundish and well filled, containing six to eight large wrinkled peas of excellent quality; ripens second early, being fit for the table about one week after the earliest. The most striking feature of this variety is its remarkable tendency for branching directly from the roots, forming a veritable bush. Many plants throw out six and more branches, each of which becomes literally covered with blossoms and pods in such abundance that the quantity produced by each branch would be considered a beautiful yield for an entire plant of many varities. Plants should stand six to eight inches apart in the rows. Pkt. 15c; pint 60c; Qt. $1.

Cleveland's "Rural New Yorker."-The originator says of it: "It is the earliest, most even in growth and maturity of any pea ever introduced; is wonderfully productive, presenting the appearance of being stocked in the large, beautifully-shaped and well-filled pods it bears; eighty to ninety per cent. of which can be removed at one picking. Its hardy character enables it to successfully withstand unfavorable

[Right Column.] weather; to which peas of a weaker nature would succumb. Its table qualities are superb; cannot but prove the market garden pea." Qt. 50c; pk. $3.50.

Varieties for Main Crop.

*Stratagem-A new English variety which is attracting much attention. It grows about two feet high; is very robust, heavy cropper, with large, well-filled pods. The Gardner's Monthly says: "Stratagem is the pea for everybody, whether rich or poor. It is a pea that will always pay, whether for the best table in the land or for the people's market. With one first early sort to start with and Stratagem to follow, a gardner will not need any or many more sorts." Try it. Qt. 50c; pk. $3.50.

*Laxton's Marvel-This is one of Mr. Laxton's latest and best introductions. Pods long, handsome and well filled with the richest and sweetest of peas; very productive; second early in season. Height two and one-half feet. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

*John Bull-One of the very best varieties ever sent out by the eminent English raiser, Mr. Laxton, who describes it as attaining a height of three fect, and as having proved to be one of the most valuable and best of main crop peas. It is a very heavy cropper, and possesses an exceedingly rich flavor. It is what is known as a blue wrinkled variety. Packets only 25c; 5 packets for $1.

*Horsford's Market Garden-This new pea is introduced by those well-known growers of new vegetables and grain, Pringle & Horsford. They say of it: "This new wrinkled pea is the result of a cross between the 'Alpha' and 'American Wonder.' It grows from fifteen to thirty inches high, is very stocky, and requires no bushing. It is extremely prolific and bears its pods always in pairs. Each vine throws out from fifteen to twenty-five laterals, ten to fifteen inches long, and on some of the best plants over 150 pods have been counted. Twenty bushels have been grown from thirty-five pounds of seed. Its habit is such that a small amount of seed will plant a large plot of ground. It ripens about with 'McLean's Advancer,' and those who have eaten it pronounce it one of the sweetest they have tasted." Packets only 25c each, 5 packets for $1.

*Bliss's Ever-Bearing-A new pea, introduced to the public last season. The originator said of it: "The want of a reliable first-class pea for summer and Autumn use has long and seriously been felt by every one. With this new and remarkable variety, we are confident to place before the public a pea which will be recognized as the main dependence for a summer and winter crop. Season, medium to very late. Height 18 inches to two feet: foliage very large, firm and bright green; pods three to four inches long on the average, each pod producing six to eight peas, wrinkled; size of pods, very large, half an inch and over in diameter; quality, unsurpassed in sweetness as well as flavor; in fact, it possesses a peculiar richness and marrow flavor not found in any other variety. It partakes of the same branching habit mention with Abundance in a greater degree even. The individual branches are of extraordinary strength and substance. We recommend brushing when convenient, as the crop will be greatly increased by so doing. We do not hesitate to say that, for continuance of bearing, this variety is unexcelled, if equaled. After repeated pickings of quantities of full-sized pods, the vines continue to be covered with blossoms and buds, developing to maturity in turn, until cut down by frost. Pkt. 15c; pt. 60c; qt. $1.

Dwarf White Marrow-Similar in quality to the tall variety, but much earlier, and does well without bushing. Good yielder, much prized by gardeners. Height three feet. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.75; bush. $6.

*Champion of England-Universally admitted by all to be one of the richest and best flavored peas grown. It is very popular and will bring a higher price in the market than any other. Height four feet. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.75; bu. $6.

White Marrowfat-This is undoubtedly the greatest bearer and is cultivated more extensively than any other. It is excellent for summer use, but inferior in quality to some of the newer varieties. Height four feet. Qt. 20c; pk. $1; bu. $3.

Black-Eyed Marrowfat-Hardy and productive. Similar to above. Qt. 20c; pk. $1; bu. $3.

Dwarf Blue Imperial-Large, fine flavored; among the best either for market or private garden. Height three feet. Qt. 25c; pk. $1.75; bu. $6.

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*McLean's Advancer - A fine wrinkled marrow. Height two and a half feet. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

Yorkshire Hero - Fine marrow; strong grower. Height four feet. Qt. 40c; pk. $2.10; bu. $8.

Dwarf Sugar - Edible pods, use like snap beans. Height two feet. Very fine quality. Qt. 50; pk. $3.50.

Field Peas-See Field Seeds.

Pepper. Grown largely for pickles, also much used and highly esteemed for their seasoning qualities. Seeds germinate slow and require full as much heat as Egg Plant; set out in open ground when the ground becomes warm, in warm mellow soil, in rows eighteen inches apart and a foot apart in the row. As they mature early the seed may be sown in the open ground as soon as settled warm weather sets in.

Large Bell, or Bull Nose-A very large early variety rind thick and fleshy, less pungent than many other sorts; much used for making stuffed pickles. Pkt. 10 oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of 3 peppers hanging from vine, Caption-Large Bell.]

Sweet Mountain or Mammoth-Resembling the above, but somewhat larger. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/2 lb. $1.

Cherry Red-A small, smooth, round variety of dwarf growth. Fruit at maturity of a deep, rich, glossy scarlet color, remarkable for its intense piquancy. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1.

Squash, or Tomato-shaped- Skin smooth and glossy, when ripe of a coral red; flesh thick, mild and pleasant to the taste; an excellent sort for pickling. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1.

Red Cayenne-Long, red, tapering; hot for seasoning. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of three, slim peppers hanging from vine, Caption-Red Cayenne.]

Long Red- Fruit brilliant coral red, conical, from 3 to 4 inches in length, from an inch to one and half inches in diameter. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of two peppers hanging from vine, Caption-Long Red.]

Chili- Pods pendent, sharply conical, about two inches in length, half an inch in diameter; very piquant. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1.

New Golden Dawn Mango-In shape and size this new mango is similar to the well known Sweet Mountain. In productiveness it surpasses any variety we ever grew. In color it is a bright golden yellow, very brilliant and handsome, especially showy when mixed with red sorts by way of contrast. But the quality which distinguishes it from all others, its crowning point of excellence is the fact that it is entirely exempt from fiery flavor. Even the seeds and pulp may be chewed without detecting the slightest smarty taste. Ladies who have had trouble with burned hands, in stuffing so-called sweet mangoes, will appreciate this trait in their character. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 1/4 lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of clustered peppers hanging from vine, Caption-New Golden Dawn.]

Ruby King-This new pepper attains a larger size than the Spanish Monstrous, and of different shape. The fruits are six to eight inches long by four inches through, of a bright ruby-red color; remarkably mild and pleasant in flavor, they can be sliced and eaten with vinegar like tomatoes, and make a very pleasant and appetizing salad. The Ruby King is an acquisition and will occupy a similar position among red peppers as Golden Dawn among the yellow sorts. The plant is bushy in growth and very ornamental, each plant producing from six to eight large handsome peppers. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

Pumpkin. Plant in hills 8 feet apart in May, among potatoes or corn, or in open field.

Connecticut Field-This is the kind from which to make good old-fashioned Yankee pumpkin pies. Very productive; fine also for feeding stock. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Black Jack-In this we have a decided novelty of real merit. In shape it resembles an over-grown Bull Nose Pepper. Color very dark green or black; very thick meat; shell as hard as a Hubbard squash. It came from the Azores lslands, and has proved a remarkable success. It usually weighs from ten to twelve pounds, keeps well and is of splendid quality. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

Large Cheese-Very desirable for cooking purposes. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Cushaw-Light cream color; flesh salmon color; resembling the winter Crook-Neck Squash in shape; somewhat tender. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Sweet Pumpkin-Great favorite. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Mammoth Etampes-A new variety which grows to an enormous size. It is considerably flattened at both ends. Color bright red, presents a very handsome appearance, very thick meated and of excellent quality; very early and productive. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c; lb. $2.

Possum Nose-Form large oval; color bluish gray with narrow stripes from stem to blossom grows readily to a weight of thirty-five to fifty pounds, with thick flesh of a rich yellow color, and a very fine quality; matures early and is a good keeper. It is said to rival the Hubbard Squash in fineness of grain and cooking qalities [qualities]. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c; lb. $2.

Radish. For very early use, seed should be sown in hot beds in drills four or five inches apart and half an inch deep. As soon as the ground can be worked, sow in drills 12 inches apart on thoroughly enriched, light, warm, sandy soil, protected on the north and west if possible. For a succession, sow at intervals of two weeks until midsummer. Spring and summer varieties should always be eaten when quite young, as they are apt to become pithy and tough when full grown. The winter varieties should be sown about the time of turnip sowing. Good radishes cannot be raised on poor soil. They require quick growth. Our seed is imported direct from Europe and is the best to be had.

Per Packet, Five Cents.

Early Scarlet White Tip-A beautiful variety; quite ornamental, for table use, and is becoming quite popular. Turnip shaped. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of cluster of radishes, Caption-Early Scarlet.]

Early Scarlet Turnip-Very early, rich colored, crisp and tender; flesh white. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

Early White Turnip- Like the preceding except color, which is pure white. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

Scarlet Olive Shaped-Early and well adapted for forcing or general crop. Skin fine scarlet; flesh rose colored, tender and crisp. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of cluster of oval-shaped radishes, Caption-Scarlet Olive.]

White Olive-Different from the other only in color. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

Rose Olive-Similar to the others, except color, which is bright rose. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

[Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of cluster of oval-shaped radishes, Caption-French Breakfast.] French Breakfast-Beautiful scarlet color tipped with white, which makes it very ornamental on the table. It is oval shaped, of quick growth, very tender and crisp. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

Wood's Early Frame-In shape between Olive and Long Scarlet; very early, splendid for forcing and should be more extensively used by market gardeners. Great favorite wherever used. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c.

Early Long Scarlet, Short Top-Very extensively grown, and very tender when grown quickly. It is the best standard variety for market gardeners and private use. It is uniformly straight and smooth, bright scarlet. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of cluster of long, slim radishes, Caption-Long Scarlet.]

Covent Garden Long Scarlet-An improved Long Scarlet. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

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[Left column.] [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a bunch of radishes, Caption-Improved Chartier.] Improved Chartier-This is said by the introducer (a market gardener) to be the handsomest and most valuable of all the radishes. In form it is not quite so long as the Long Scarlet and not so tapering, holding its size well down its full length. Not strong, but crisp and tender. Its great value lies in its being in fine market condition when quite small and continuing so until grown to large size, even when grown in hot weather. Market gardeners should try this. In packets only 25c; 5 for $1.

Long White Naples-Clear white tinged with green at the top, fine grained and crisp; a late variety. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Golden Globe-Very handsome and excellent summer radish, tender and brittle, producing radishes of the best quality in the hottest seasons. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

White Summer-We highly recommend this to all as the best summer variety. It is of large size, quick growth, turnip-shaped; flesh white, semi-transparent, tender and crisp. They have brought the highest price of any of the radishes in our market for several years. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of three, round radishes, Caption-White Summer.]

Chinese Rose Winter-Excellent; medium size; firm and tender; flesh bright rose color. This, and all the winter radishes should be sown about the same time as fall turnips, on light rich soil; cultivate often, thin to three inches; gather and store in cellar, in damp sand, before frost. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Black Spanish Winter-A standard variety of good quality. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of two radishes, Caption-Black Spanish.]

Mammoth White Winter-an introduction from China. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.50.

Rhubarb, or Pie Plant. No family garden should be without a bed of this. Succeeds best in deep, rich soil. Sow in spring in drills, cover one inch; thin plants to six inches apart. Transplant in autumn or spring to permanent beds, three feet apart each way. It is a strong feeder and will bear manuring heavily. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of bundle of cut rhubarb.]

Victoria, or Mammoth- Very large and fine. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; 1/4 lb. 60c.

Roots of Same-(See list of Vegetable Plants and Roots.

Spinach. Extremely wholesome and palatable. Used for greens. For summer, sow early in spring, in deep, rich soil, in drills one foot apart, cover one inch; for succession sow every two weeks till June; plants should stand from four to six inches apart, the thinning may be partly done

[Right column.] by cutting for use. For very early spring use, sow the winter varieties last of August, and protect by covering with straw. Per Packet, Five Cents.

Round-Equally good for spring or fall sowing. It is generally preferred for early sowing, and is the most popular variety with market gardeners; leaves large, thick and fleshy. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Flanders-Very productive, large, broad leaves. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Savoy Leaved-Leaves, wrinkled, similar to Savoy cabbage, produces enormous crops, superior quality, very hardy. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Prickly-This is the hardiest variety and is more generally used for fall sowing than any other; prickly seeded, arrow shaped leaves, sow in this latitude about the first of September. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Viroflay-A very extra variety of lettuce leaved spinach, leaves long, broad, thick, very fleshy, dark green, grows to an enormous size, and produces wonderful crops. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 20c; lb. 50c.

Long Standing-A new variety of spinach which has the valuable peculiarity of remaining a long time before running to seed. The leaves are very thick and of an excellent flavor. Said to be the best of all. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of spinach plant, Caption-Long Standing.]

Salsify, or Vegetable Oyster. Has a long, white tapering root, resembling a small parship, and is a delicious substitute for oysters in soups, much liked by all who have tried it. It should be more generally cultivated. It succeeds best in a light, well-enriched soil which should be plowed very deep. Cultivate same as parsnips; sow early. Like parsnips it is perfectly hardy and may be left out all winter, but must be dug early in spring, as they deteriorate rapidly after the frost goe [goes] out. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Squash. Squashes are all quite tender, therefore no progress can be made in starting them until the weather becomes warm and settled, except as recommended for cucumbers; the winter varieties should, however, be planted as early as possible, and a rapid growth encouraged. Treatment the same as for melons and cucumbers. Plant bush varieties three feet apart, others eight. The fall and winter varieties are very valuable for feeding stock, one acre being worth about as much for this purpose as two acres of corn; the Hubbard is expecially valuable for feeding milch cows.

Per Packet, Five Cents, Except Where Noted. Boston Marrow-This delicious variety is of a rich orange color all the way through; ovate in form; very thin rind; fine grained; exquisite flavor; although it is a fall sort it keeps well through the winter; unexcelled for cooking; it will boil as dry as a potato. Squashes raised from our seed have been shipped from Iowa to Boston by the car load, and sold there at the highest market prices. This fact we mention merely to give you an idea of the superiority of this squash. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Early White Bush Scolloped-Differing from the above only in color. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a squash, Caption-Bush Scollop.]

Early Bush Crookneck-A favorite variety with all market gardeners. It is one of the best and richest summer sorts; very early and productive, color bright yellow. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

New Golden Bush-The most magnificent summer squash yet brought out. It is thicker, larger and superior in every way to the old varieties. Very early, cannot fail to take the lead in market. Try it. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c; 1/4 lb. $1.50. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a squash, Caption-Golden Bush.]

Perfect Gem-This variety has proven to be a perfect gem for both winter and summer use. Early in the season they grow like the bush varieties, setting fruit [continued next page]

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[Left column, continued from previous page] [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a round squash on the vine, Caption-Perfect Gem.]

near the root but later sending out vigorous vines which bear profusely. Fruit small nearly round, slightly ribbed, skin thin, smooth and of a creamy white color; flesh fine grained, and when cooked is dry, very sweet, and has a delicious flavor, entirely free from that strong taste common to winter squashes. It is remarkable for its keeping qualities, in a dry, cool room, free from frost, they may be kept until spring. Wonderfully productive. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Early Yellow Bush Scolloped, or Patty Pan-A very early flat scolloped variety, taking but little room and bearing abundantly. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Little Cocoanut-Beautiful little fall variety; superior flavor, solid, very fine grain extremely prolific, quite ornamental. Oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50.

Hubbard-This old variety has for years stood the test of all rivals and is undoubtedly the best winter squash known, hard green shell; flesh bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry, sweet and rich flavored; keeps in perfect condition throughout the winter. We believe our strain of this variety to be unsurpassed by any in the country, and recommend it with confidence. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a squash, Caption-Hubbard.]

Winter Crookneck-An old standard sort, quite hardy and the most certain to produce a crop of any; good keeper. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

American Turban-In form somewhat like a Turban; flesh deep, orange yellow in color, fine grained, very dry, sweet and of delicious flavor, unexcelled for fall and early Winter use. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Marblehead-A splendid Winter variety, only equaled by the Hubbard. Shell very hard, of a light blue color; flesh fully equal to the Hubbard in quality. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Essex Hybrid -Cross between the Turban and Hubbard, somewhat earlier than either, combines the shape of the Turban with the hard shell of the Hubbard and a better keeper than either. Flesh very thick, rich colored , solid and fine flavored. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a squash, Caption-Essex Hybrid.]

Mammoth Chili-Immense size, frequently growing to the weight of 300 lbs. Good for stock and cooking. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c; lb. $2.75.

White Pine Apple-This very desirable novelty originated in New Jersey, where it has attracted much attention and commanded very high prices. The skin and flesh are of a pure, creamy white color, very fine grained, and of excellent quality and flavor, resembing the cocoanut when made into pies or custards, being superior to any other squash or pumpkin for this purpose. They can be used at anytime during growth and after maturing make a good fall and winter sort, being excellent keepers. They are remarkably strong growers and very productive. Oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.

Tobacco. Early in spring, burn a brush pile on the ground to be used for seed-bed. Then thoroughly pulverise the soil, digging and mixing in ashes. Sow seed very shallow. When plants are six inches high, transplant into rows four feet apart. Cultivate thoroughly.

Connecticut Seed Leaf - Best adapted to the climate of the Middle and Northern States, as it is more hardy and endures the cold better than the tender varieties grown south. In many of the Northern States, and in Canada, this variety is a staple crop. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. [Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a tobacco plant, Caption-Connecticut Seed Leaf.]

White Burley - Especially desirable for the manufacture of cigars, as the leaf readily absorbs a large quantity of manufacturing material. Pkt. 10c; oz. 40c.

[Right Column.] Imported Havana-When grown in this country commands a higher price for cigar stock, than any other. Pkt. 10c; oz. 75c.

Tomato. This luscious vegetable is one of the most valuable and popular in the world. Its growth in favor is wonderful, when we stop to consider that but a few years ago the tomato, or love-apple as it was then called, was unknown as a table vegetable, and but seldom seen in the garden, where it was grown as an ornament only, and by many considered as poisonous. It is now produced in immense quantities, and is the most valuable canning vegetable in existence. When the Tomato first found its way into the dining room, it was a poor rough specimen. Not until within the last score of years was there a variety introduced which could be claimed as smooth or symmetrical, and only within a very few years have the radical improvements been brought about which bring the tomato to us in all of its improved types, such as form, size, solidity, color, &c. We attribute the improvements in the tomato more largely to careful selections than any other agency. Seed should be sown in February or March in the hot-bed, which should have greater heat than for any other vegetable, except egg plant and peppers -when two or three inches high transplant in hot-bed or cold-frame setting plants three inches apart each way. For private gardens, where no hot-bed is made, a good plan is to plant in boxes filled with fine earth, and keep quite warm by the stove, when fourth leaf is formed transplant into other boxes, or better still, flower pots or fruit boxes, in this way strong stocky plants will be had that can be transplanted to the open ground, without checking their growth, which is important if early fruit is desired. Transplant to open ground when all danger of frost is past, six feet apart each way. Well manurered [manured], light sandy soil is best. Our seed is saved from selected fruit, and is extra choice.

Per Packet, Five Cents, Except Where Noted.

Golden Acme-In this we have a true sport of the Old Acme, now so favorably known throughout the country, it resembles its parent in everything except color, having a rich golden yellow skin, beautifully tinged. It possesses all the good qualities of the favorite Purple Acme, and is a decided acquisition. Pkt., 15c; oz. 75c.

The Mayflower- This new variety is one of the earliest of the large kinds in cultivation, at least one-third larger than the Early Acme; of a bright red color; ripens evenly up to the stem, and presents a beautiful appearance; shape globular, slightly flattened, perfectly smooth, flesh solid and unusually free from seeds, of rich flavor, very productive until killed by frost. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c; lb. $2.50.

[Image: Drawing/Scratchboard illustration of a tomato, Caption-Favorite.] Favorite-Originated with Mr. Livingston, who also introduced the Acme, Paragon and Perfection, three of the best tomatoes on the list. It is large, handsome and of the finest quality; skin firm, smooth, and of a bright, glossy red; ripens evenly throughout, with no green or hard spots; remarkably smooth, solid and has but few seeds; free from rot, cracks or blemishes; vine stout, healthy and vigorous; very productive, bearing full-sized fruit till frost; unequaled for shipping or canning. We have grown hundreds of pounds of seed of this variety, and pronounce it the very best tomato on this or any other list. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c; lb. $2.50.

Perfection-One of the largest early varieties known, being as early as the Canada Victor, and differing from most early sorts in continuing to bear abundantly until frost. It is perfectly smooth; contains but few seeds and is very solid. Is somewhat larger than the Acme, of a glossy, blood-red color; never sunburns, but rather brightens from the effect of the sun. It ripens all over and through at the same time; is free from rot at the blossom end. Never becomes hollow late in the season, is a great yielder. and stands shipping exceedingly well. Oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 75c; lb. $2.50.

Perfection Prize Taker-Selected from the prize tomatoes, sent in to compete for the cash prizes two years ago being the finest collection ever seen in the Northwest. In packets only; each, 25c; 5 for $1.