1901

IOWA SEED COMPANY, 71. DES MOINES, IOWA.

HARDY SHRUBS. If you have a home of your own better add permanent improvements by setting out an assortment of Hardy Shrubs. It costs but little to begin with and you will in a few years have a place to be proud of. There is nothing which so quickly, and for so little cost, adds so much to the beauty, cheerfulness and homelike appearance of a place as on [an] assortment of hardy shrubs. Our price is for strong, healthy plants sent by mail or express prepaid. LILY OF VALLEY SHRUB.--(Andromeda.) One of the most beautiful flowering shrubs and one which is very highly prized and sought after in Europe where they consider it one of the finest of all American plants. Because of its being somewhat difficult to propagate it has never been properly introduced to the American trade, but when once known it will soon become popular, as it is one of the most desirable shrubs grown. It is of dwarf, compact growth (2 to 3 feet high) the foliage is a rich dark green similar to Privet and in June it is loaded with a great profusion of spikes of bloom three to eight inches in length. The flowers are pure waxy white, drooping like little bells and bear a great resemblance to Lily of the Valley. Plants are conspicuous throughout the season on account of their fine form and foliage. It is almost an evergreen, but should be protected with straw during coldest winter weather. Each 40c. ALTHEA.--(Rose of Sharon) Strong, erect-growing shrubs of the easiest culture bearing a profusion of large, showy flowers in the fall when but few other shrubs are in bloom. We can furnish either the Double White, Double Red or Double Variegated @ 25c each. CALYCANTHUS.--A beautiful sweet-scented shrub; flowers purple, quite double, exquisitely fragrant and borne in profusion during the entire season. Each 15c, large size 25c. FLOWERING ALMOND.--One of the earliest flowering and finest shrubs. Loaded with double pink and white flowers which attract a great deal of attention, and no one can help admiring them. Either color 25c each. ELEAGNUS LONGIPES.--A very desirable, nearly evergreen shrub; the branches are thickly studded with tiny brown dots or scales; giving a rusty appearance, contrasting strikingly with the light hue of the foliage, which is silvered on the under surface with little white scales. The abundant crop of orange-colored fruit, dotted with small ferruginous specks, is a very attractive feature during the summer. Each 30c. LILAC, Purple.--A well-known, strong-growing shrub, bearing large, fragrant clusters of flowers early in spring. Each 20c. LILAC, White.--Like above, but has white flowers, making it more desired by some. Each 25c. SNOWBALL.--A well known and popular shrub, which grows to large size, covered with dense spherical clusters of white flowers, which gives it its name. Each 25c. Large 40c.

[image] LILY OF VALLEY SHRUB.

JAPAN SNOWBALL.--A valuable improvement on the above, the flowers being smaller and more numerous, there frequently being as many as twenty balls on a stem 18 inches long. The balls all face upwards and thus better show their beauty. Each 35c. HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA.--The grandest as well as the most popular of all shrubs, and hundreds of thousands of them are sold every year and the demand is constantly increasing. Unsurpassed for the lawn, as a hedge or for cemetery planting. It readily attains a height of 5 to 7 feet; hardy in all localities and needs no protection in winter; blooms the first and every season in July and August and continues in bloom for two or three months, the flowers are massive, cone-shaped, often measuring 10 inches in length, and have a pleasing variation of color, changing from the original pure white to pink, and finally a beautiful, rich coppery red. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. Large dormant plants each 35c, doz. $2.50. WEIGELA.--Superb, large trumpet-shaped flowers in June and July, of all shades from white to dark red. Each 25c.

[image] HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA.

SWEET PEA SHRUB.--The shrub of shrubs for bouquet makers. When it is in bloom it is really but a big bouquet itself, so full is it of dainty sprays of large, lovely rose-pink blooms which are the size and shape of the most lovely sweet peas. Each 35c. FORSYTHIA.--(Golden Bell.) A fine, hardy shrub of weeping or pendulous habit; glossy, deep green leaves and bright yellow flowers. Blooms early in spring. Each 15c. SPIRAEA--Van Houtti--The hardiest of all the Spiraes. The bushes form fine, compact clumps. The pure white flowers are borne in such masses that they form great plumes, drooping gracefully, giving the clumps the appearance of "a snow bank of white bloom." Each 25c. SPIRAEA--Prunifolia.--Bridal Wreath.--Very beautiful; erect habit of growth; flowers pure white, borne in great profusion. Each 20c. SPIRAEA--Anthony Waterer. A new and remarkably valuable and distinct variety. It outshines all other spiraes in brilliancy of color, being of a bright crimson; it is of dwarfer and denser growth, never exceeding 15 inches in height and a profuse and persistent bloomer the entire summer and fall. Each 25c. SYRINGIA. (Mock Orange.)--A handsome foliaged shrub bearing immense masses of pure white, intensely fragrant flowers in June. Each 25c.

[image] PRIDE OF ROCHESTER DEUTZIA.

SAMBUCUS AUREA.--The beautiful golden leaved Elder which is so showy on lawns. Each 25c. PURPLE FRINGE. (Smoke Tree.)--Have very curious blooms which when covered with dew greatly resemble a cloud of smoke or mist. Each 25c. DEUTZIA, PRIDE OF ROCHESTER.--By far the handsomest variety of Deutzias. It is a very desirable shrub of strong, hardy growth with nice luxuriant foliage and bearing an abundance of beautiful racemes of double, pure white flowers. Must be seen to be appreciated. Every one of our customers should have at least one of these choice shrubs in their yard, and we have made the prices so low that all can purchase. Strong plants. Each 25c. DWARF POMEGRANATE.--A beautiful shrub bearing large double bright scarlet flowers. Very popular in the south, but must be kept in the cellar over winter in the northern states. Each 25c. XANTHOCERAS.--A pretty shrub producing long racemes of beautiful, pure white flowers with copper-colored streaks at the base of petals. When the plant blooms, in May, the flowers are so numerous as to almost conceal the foliage. We consider this one of the finest of all shrubs. It begins blooming when only a few inches high, but grows to a height of 8 to 10 feet. Foliage handsome light green resembling the Mountain Ash. This fine shrub will add beauty to the most magnificent home. Each 25c. TAMARIX.--This is one of the finest additions to our list of hardy shrubs. The foliage is light, feathery, graceful; sage blue in color; very ornamental. Blooms through summer and autumn. Many persons call this the most elegant of all shrubs as well as the easiest grown. It seems to thrive in any soil or location, but appreciates good treatment. Is considered invaluable for planting by the seashore as it will grow in poor, sandy soil and in the most bleak, exposed places. Does equally well in city yards where it is exposed to smoke and dust and is always a thing of beauty. Each 15c and 25c.

PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT COLLECTION CONSISTS OF 4 Choice Hardy Shrubs, 4 Ornamental Vines, 2 Elegant Hardy Roses. Our selection of varieties, but all different and all very desirable, FOR $1.00.

IOWA SEED COMPANY, 72. DES MOINES, IOWA.

[image] CLEMATIS JACKMANII. CLEMATIS HENRYII. CLEMATIS PANICULATA.

HARDY VINES. In making a home, plan for future beauty, comfort and happiness by planting a variety of hardy clematis ornamental shrubs and roses which will constantly grow in beauty and size. Such permanent improvements add greatly to the value of any property and the value grows from year to year, so that instead of an expense they should be considered a paying investment. We prepay the charges. CLEMATIS, Jackmanii.--Most magnificent and showy vine in existence; of strong, healthy growth, perfectly hardy and sure to succeed anywhere. Flowers four to six inches in diameter, of a rich, deep velvety purple, distinctly veined. It is a prince among all hardy flowering vines. We presume every one of our customers who sees it bloom each summer promises to plant it in his own yard or garden at the next opportunity. It is especially adapted to open lawns or house fronts in the city or country. Perfectly hardy; blooms the entire season, from July to October, bearing beautiful and lasting flowers. Small plants 25c each, strong field grown 50c each. Extra large three year old roots $1.00 each. CLEMATIS, Henryii.--This is the finest of all white Clematis, and should find a place in every collection. It is not only a vigorous grower, but is a remarkably free and continuous bloomer, beginning with the earliest and holding on with the latest. Flowers large, about the size Jackmanii, beautiful creamy white. Strong large roots. Each 75c; smaller 35c. VIRGIN'S BOWER.--A very handsome variety of the Clematis, growing to a height of 20 feet and making a nice shade for porches, arbors, etc. The first season the plant grows 10 to 12 feet and it is covered with thousands of pure white flowers, which are delightfully fragrant, and it blooms from July to September. The vine is perfectly hardy, rapid growing and graceful, and will succeed everywhere. Each 15c.

APIOS TUBEROSA.--A valuable hardy tuberous-rooted climber, resembling in miniature the common Wistaria in vine and foliage, and having clusters of rich deep purple flowers, which have a strong, delicious violet fragrance. They grow to a great height, and bloom profusely. Plant several bulbs near together to produce a mass of vines and flowers. Each 5c, doz. 40c. AKEBIA QUINATA.--One of the best climbers, bearing numberless bunches of violet brown flowers, which have a pleasant cinnamon odor. It begins to bloom early in the spring, and continues several weeks. In good soil and location it will grow 30 to 40 feet high. 25c each, $2.50 per doz. AMPELOPSIS-VEITCHII. (Boston Ivy.)--This is one of the finest climbers we know of for covering walls, as it clings firmly to the smoothest surface. The leaves, which at first are of an olive green color, change to bright scarlet in the autumn. This variety becomes more popular every season, and is without question one of the very best climbing plants for covering brick, stone or wooden walls that can be grown. Each 15c. Large plants 25c.

[image] APIOS TUBEROSA.

BIGNONIA RADICANS. (Trumpet Creeper.)--Another good, old fashioned hardy climber. It has clusters of large, trumpet-shaped, crimson-orange flowers. Grows in almost any soil and under trying conditions; hardy. Each 10c. Large plants 25c. CINNAMON VINE.--Perfectly hardy, a rapid grower, has beautiful heart-shaped, bright green leaves, and clusters of white flowers. Large tubers. Each 10c, doz. 75c. CALYSTEGIA.--An excellent rapid growing hardy vine coming up from the roots each year. Bears a profusion of beautiful double pink flowers. Each 15c, doz. $1.50. CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE.--A vigorous, hardy plant which sends out n. umerous [numerous] side branches, so that it covers a great amount of space. Bright purple flowers succeeded by scarlet berries. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. BLUE CHINESE WISTARIA.--A very rapid grower, and one of the most beautiful of all climbers. It is perfectly hardy, climbing to a height of fifty feet; when covered with bloom is magnificent. Each 20c. WHITE WISTARIA.--Like above but has pure white flowers and is a lovely climber. Each 25c. WOODBINE. (Virginia Creeper.)--A strong, rapid grower; foliage large dark green; in autumn bronze and bright crimson. This is an old favorite and quite common in most localities. Valuable for covering back porches, out-buildings, arbors, etc. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. RED CORAL HONEYSUCKLE. (Scarlet Trumpet.)--There is nothing prettier than this; the foliage is pretty, neat and clean; the bright red, trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers nearly continuous. Each 25c. HALL'S JAPAN HONEYSUCKLE.--A constant bloomer; flowers pure white changing to yellow, fragrant; for trellis or pillar. Each 20c. HARDY BLUE SOLANUM.--A beautiful perennial vine of rapid growth. The handsomely cut foliage makes a beautiful shade for porch or arbor and is also desirable to train along fences, etc. It is covered during the summer months with hundreds of clusters of blue flowers, brightly set off with golden stamens, clusters measuring 15 inches in circumference, and often attaining a length of 12 inches. It is a superior plant of ironclad hardiness. The flowers are succeeded by bright scarlet berries. When you consider its handsome foliage, beautiful flowers and berries and hardiness, it is difficult to find a more satisfactory climber. Strong one-year-old plants of above 25c each, doz. $2.00.

CLEMATIS, Paniculata.--One of the finest climbers of rapid growth, quickly covering trellises and arbors with handsome, clean, glossy green foliage. The flowers are of medium size, pure white, borne in immense sheets and of a most delicious and penetrating fragrance. The flowers appear in September, at a season when few other vines are in bloom. The extreme rapidity of growth, the showy foliage, beautiful and fragrant flowers and hardihood, serve to make this one of the very choicest of recent introductions. Strong plants 35c each. CLEMATIS Coccinea.--Bears handsome bell-shaped flowers of a bright coral red color; blooms with wonderful profusion from June until frost. Each 35c. COLLECTION. A nice plant each of the above five kinds of Clematis for only 88 Cents postpaid. A great bargain. Regular price $1.45.

[image] THE BLUE SOLANUM

IOWA SEED COMPANY, 73. DES MOINES, IOWA.

[image] CONRATH RASPBERRY.

SMALL FRUIT PLANTS. Nothing is more healthful than fruit, and nothing more easily grown. Most of our customers can spare room for a small bed of strawberries, a few rows of raspberries, blackberries, currants or grapes, and what is more delicious than a dish of fruit from your own garden? Following prices are all for first-class stock, carefully packed and charges prepaid, except when otherwise noted. Fifty or more of any variety at the 100 rate. Orders for nursery stock must amount to at least 50c. Ask for special prices on large orders sending list of wants.

RASPBERRIES. CONRATH.--A blackcap of recent introduction. It is about two weeks earlier than the Gregg, hardier and less subject to disease. More productive and larger fruit. Quality excellent. We believe this is the coming Blackcap for the north and west. Each 15c, doz. $1.00, prepaid. By express $2.25 per 100. LOUDEN.--The Louden Red Raspberry is perhaps, the best red raspberry ever introduced. It is claimed its productiveness is beyond that of any other red raspberry, also that it is a splendid shipper, and of superior quality. Color a bright rich crimson, canes thornless. The Rural New Yorker says: "The Louden is the coming market berry." Each 35c, doz. $3.00. REDFIELD.--A fine red variety introduced by us in 1895, and is now becoming one of the standard red sorts. Canes very vigorous and productive. Propagates from the tips. It holds together better than the Shaffer, and is of superior quality. Each 20c, doz. $1.25, prepaid; express $3.50 per 100. OTHER VARIETIES.--Gregg, Kansas, Ohio, Cuthbert and Shaffer's Colossal. Each 15c, doz. .65c prepaid, by express $2.00 per 100. Ask for prices in large quantities if desired.

[image] RATHBUN BLACKBERRY.

GRAPES. CAMPBELL'S EARLY.--This is considered by far the best early black grape in existence. It is very early and productive. Clusters large and usually shouldered. Berry very large, often over an inch in diameter, flavor rich and sweet. Hangs on vines well. Each vine bears the seal of the introducer. 2-year No. 1 each 50c; $4.50 per doz., postpaid. MOORE'S EARLY.--Splendid early variety, two weeks earlier than Concord. It ripens its entire crop in a short time and commands a high price. Each 25c, doz. $1.75 postpaid; by express $5.00 per 100. NIAGARA.--Best white grape; Each 25c, doz. $1.75; postpaid; by express $5.00 per 100. OTHER VARIETIES.--Concord, the old standard. Worden, improved Concord, earlier and larger. Agawam and Brighton, best red varieties. Golden Pocklington, golden yellow. 20c each, $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; by express $4.00 per 100.

CURRANTS. POMONA.--The most productive and vigorous red currant ever introduced, ripens early, but remains on the bush later than any other sort. Of remarkably fine quality. Each 20c, doz. $1.75 prepaid. FAY'S PROLIFIC.--One of the most prolific and of excellent quality. Each 15c, doz. $1.25 prepaid. WHITE GRAPE, RED DUTCH and VICTORIA. Each 15c, doz. $1.00 prepaid.

BLACKBERRIES. RATHBUN.--A new blackberry of recent introduction. Has been tested over a wide area, and is said to surpass any blackberry yet introduced. Berries very large, of superior quality and an intense jet black. Propagated from tips like raspberries. Don't fail to try this variety. Each 20c, doz. $1.25 prepaid.

[image] MOORE'S EARLY.

ERIE.--Very productive, fruit large and of fine quality. Each 15c, doz. $1.00, prepaid; by express $3.00 per 100. SNYDER and STONES HARDY.--Each 15c, Doz. 75c, prepaid. By express, $2.25 per 100.

GOOSEBERRIES. PEARL.--The most prolific gooseberry known, very hardy, entirely free from mildew. Superior in size and productiveness to Downing. One of the best of recent introduction. Each 30c, doz. $2.50 prepaid. INDUSTRY.--The best English sort yet introduced in this country. Each 25c, doz. $2.25 prepaid. DOWNING and HOUGHTON.--Each 20c, doz. $1.25 prepaid.

STRAWBERRIES. Those marked with (p) have imperfect flowers and must have a perfect flowering variety near to fertilize them. CLYDE.--(s) A strong grower, very productive of large berries of excellent quality. It is regarded by many as the very best for home use or for market. Per dozen 50c, 100 $1.50, postpaid. By express per 100 $1.00, per 1,000 $6.00. SEAFORD.--(p) A grand new variety of extraordinary merit, begins ripening early and continues late. Fruit large, firm and of excellent quality. Dozen 50c, 100 $1.50, by mail. By express, not prepaid, $1.00 per 100, 1,000 $6.50. BISMARCK.--(s) Late, large, resembles Bubach, but is better shape, color and quality and has the advantage of a perfect flower. Dozen 50c, 100 $1.75 by mail; express 100 $1.25, 1,000 $8.00.

TREES. The following are too large to mail. We deliver, carefully packed, on cars, but purchaser pays freight or express charges. APPLES--Ingram and Akins Red are the two best newer sorts of winter apples. Ingram--Is from the seed of Rawles Janette, is larger, tree very productive and valuable for a long keeper. Each 35c, doz. $3.00. Akin's Red.--Tree hardy, thrifty and a great bearer. Medium to large, flesh crisp, tender and juicy. One of the finest winter apples ever introduced. Valuable for home and market. Keeps till May. Each 35c, doz. $3.00. Other Standard Varieties.--Grimes Golden, Gano, Iowa Blush, Duchess, Red June, Ben Davis, Benoni, Jonathan, Missouri Pippin, Roman Stem, Wolf River, Wealthy, Walbridge, Winesap, other standard sorts, 4 to 6 ft. Each 25c, doz. $2.25. CHERRIES.--Early Richmond, Montmorency, Wragg, Dyehouse and others. Each 45c, doz. $4.50.

[image] TATGE PLUM.

PLUMS--Tatge.--A new plum of the Domestica type of the Lombard family. Fruit large and of superior quality; is immensely productive. Sold at a high price last year. Don't fail to get a Tatge. We offer them at 75c. each, doz. $7.00. American, Wolfe, Hawkeye, Wyant, DeSoto, Stoddard. Each 45c, doz. $4.00. European or Japanese, Burbank, Abundance, Lombard and German Prune. Each 50c, doz. $5.00. PEACHES.--Crosby, Champion, Bokara and Elberta. Each 30c, doz. $2.75. If you desire to purchase anything in the line of trees, send list of needs and we will quote you our best prices.

PARKER EARLE.--(s) An excellent variety for family use. Does best cultivated in hills. Requires rich soil and makes but few runners. Fruit is of superior quality and plants healthy and productive. Doz. 50c, 100 $1.50, postpaid. By express 100 $1.00, 1,000 $7.50. OTHER VARIETIES.--Bubach (p), Warfield (p), Crescent (p), Lovett Early (s), Bederwood (s), Wilson (s), Gardner (s). Per doz. 30c, per 100 $1.00 postpaid; by express 75c per 100, $3.75 per 1,000.

If you desire to make a purchase of several thousand plants, you should write us for special prices. We can furnish standard varieties at very reasonable prices and give you first-class stock.

[image] SEAFORD.

IOWA SEED COMPANY, 74. DES MOINES, IOWA.

[image] UNIVERSAL DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.

Tools and Implements. To reduce the cost of gardening it is necessary to have the best tools. A good wheel hoe is as much superior to a common hoe for cultivating a garden as a mowing machine to the sickle in the hay field. All of the following tools have been thoroughly tested, and for their own particular class of work, have given splendid satisfaction. Notice reduced prices. If you desire it, we will send illustrated and descriptive circular of Planet Jr., and Matthews' tools. MATTHEWS' UNIVERSAL MODEL COMBINED DRILL.--We are convinced that this new tool is one of the best. For many years we used the Matthews' Seed Drill on our own farm, and this is improved in many ways. It sows perfectly all kinds of seed at any depth with mechanical precision, covering and rolling it down in the most approved manner; has a very complete set of cultivating attachments consisting of plows, hoes, rakes and cultivator teeth as shown in cut. Can be used either with one or two wheels and the seed hopper is detachable. Price only $8.50; thus making it the cheapest combined drill and cultivator on the market.

[image] MATTHEWS' UNIVERSAL MODEL COMBINED DRILL.

UNIVERSAL DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.--A greatly improved implement which will work both sides of the row at once in a most thorough manner. It has all the attachments shown in cut consisting of one pair each of hoes, plows, rakes, narrow cultivator teeth, and wide cultivator teeth. Also a pair of leaf lifters or vine guards which are quite a help when plants become large. The adjustable arch not only forms a means for gauging the depth of work to be performed; but, by an ingenious device enables the teeth to be pitched at any angle desired. This is especially advantageous for the hoe attachments, which are by far the most used of all. It is thoroughly well made and does all kinds of small cultivating to perfection. Price only $5.25. We can also furnish this tool with only one pair of hoe blades for $3.50. PLANET JR. NO. 17, SINGLE WHEEL HOE.--Same as No. 15, except that it has only one pair of hoes, three cultivator teeth and a plow. This is just the right assortment of tools for a family garden and the new No. 17, will doubtless be very popular. Price only $4.75. Rakes extra 75c per pair.

PLANET JR. NO. 4, COMBINED SEEDER AND CULTIVATOR.--This latest improved tool is giving good satisfaction and it has many good points. It will drop the seed either in a continuous row or in hills 6, 9, 12, 18 and 36 inches apart. The drill is easily detached and the tool frame substituted. Has all the attachments shown in cut. Price complete $11.00. As a drill only, $8.00. Attachments can afterwards be purchased for $4.00 to make a complete machine. PLANET JR. NO. 15 SINGLE WHEEL HOE.--The same as above only without the drill attachment. Price $6.50. PLANET JR. NO. 1 COMBINED DRILL AND CULTIVATOR.--This is the most popular tool we have ever sold. As a plow it opens furrows, covers them, hills, plows to and from, etc. As a hoe, it works safely to and from both sides of the row at once, or between rows. As a cultivator it is admirably adapted to deep mellowing of the soil. It sows all garden seed accurately at the desired depth. Each machine is sent out with the tools shown in the cut. Price $9.50.

[images] PLANET JR. NO. 8 HORSE HOE. NO. 17 SINGLE WHEEL HOE. NO. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE. NO. 1 COMBINED DRILL. NO. 4 COMBINED SEEDER AND CULTIVATOR.

PLANET JR. NO. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.--This most practical tool is made for gardeners. The arch is high enough to enable the operator to work both sides of the row at once until plants are eighteen inches high, then the wheels can be set to run close together and work between the rows. It will do the work of six men with ordinary hand hoes. Price $6.50. Rakes extra 75c per pair. PLANET JR. NO. 8 HORSE HOE.--Probably no other cultivating machine is so widely known as the "Planet Jr." Combined Horse Hoe and Cultivator, for it is in use throughout the civilized world. It is so strongly built as to stand incredible strain, yet it is light and easy to handle. The No. 8 combines all the latest improvements. Levers adjusting it in width and regulating the depth. Ask for circular giving full description. Price $7.50. McGEE GARDEN CULTIVATOR or SPRING HOE.--Has two wheels connected by an arch attached to frames by a lateral spring, enabling the user to almost "finger-weed" the crop, as the machine is under such complete control. Onion growers claim that this is the best cultivator for onions. With each tool there is a pair of knives that operate as hoes, and a pair of cultivators. Price $4.50. FIRE-FLY PLOW.--This is one of the nicest little tools imaginable. With it you can plow the ground, even if hard, by attaching ropes to the eyelet holes on each side of the wheel. It makes the care of the vegetable garden a pleasure. Will both plow the garden and attend to the cultivating and weeding throughout the season. The moldboard is tempered and polished steel. Price only $2.50. DAISY WHEEL HOE.--A new tool which has been thoroughly tested and we are sure it will please every one. The blade, which is of best steel, has two cutting edges and is pivoted so that it cuts with both the forward and backward stroke. It will cut out between plants in the row, and is adapted to all work required of such a tool. Price only $1.50. PLANET JR. TWELVE-TOOTH HARROW.--For fine cultivation, either deep or shallow, this has no equal. The recurved throat and high frame prevent clogging, and the reverse position is given to the teeth in a short time by changing a single bolt in each. It is provided with a pulverizer which leaves ground in fine condition. Price $7.50 or without pulverizer $6.50. The Strawberry Runner Cutter, (also good for sweet potato vines) shown in cut is an extra. Price $1.75.

[image] PLANET JR. TWELVE TOOTH HARROW AND PULVERIZER.

PLANET JR. NO. 3 SEED DRILL.--We regard this drill as the acme of perfection, aud [and] most decidedly the best seed sower made. It will sow perfectly either in a continuous row or drop the seed in hills either 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart. It opens the furrow, drops in hills or drills, covers, rolls down and marks the next row all at one operation. It has a force feed, sows equally well whether the hopper is full or contains only a paper of seed. Price $10.00.

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CLIPPER SEED CLEANER.--This is an up-draft fanning mill and does the best work in cleaning all kinds of seed and grain, more of these are used by seed dealers than all other makes combined, and farmers would in many cases save the price of a mill by cleaning and grading up their grain before selling. Price only $22.00, or if sent direct from the factory in Michigan, only $19.40. FARM FANNING MILL.--A good straight blast machine. Price $15.00. ACME SEED DRILL.--A nice little machine which has been tested in all parts of the U. S. It will sow beet, cabbage, carrot, celery, lettuce, radish, turnip and all such seeds with perfect regularity. It is simple in construction and by its use you will save time, save seed, make the work easier and get a better stand. If a longer handle is desired it can easily be attached, but we make them short for convenience in shipping. Price $1.25 or to persons who order seeds from us also, the price will be only $1.00, charges prepaid.

SPECIAL PRICES! If you want any of these tools and also some seed, please send list and let us make you Special Quotations.

Valuable Book Free. A copy of Green's Vegetable Gardening, containing 240 pages and 120 illustrations is given free to each of our customers who purchase a Matthews Drill this year from us.

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IOWA SEED COMPANY, 75. DES MOINES, IOWA.

[image] LITTLE GIANT.

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BRASS SYRINGES--Used by florists. Each $3.50. LITTLE GIANT HAND BROADCAST SEED SOWER.--Simple in construction, light, strong and durable, and the easiest running machine known having no feed plate to carry, and only weighing three pounds complete. Will sow orchard grass, clover, timothy, wheat, etc. Even if you have only a small field to sow, it will pay you to have one of these so as to get it distributed evenly. Each $1.25. IOWA BROADCAST SOWER.--An improvement on the Little Giant in that it retains its valuable characteristics, but instead of working with a fiddle bow, it is operated with a crank. Price $2.00. HOTBED THERMOMETER.--A tested ten-inch thermometer, incased in a round wood tube with open face, pointed brass bottom. Each $1.00.

[image] LANG'S WEEDER.

LANG'S HAND WEEDER.--It is, in our opinion, the best weeder made. Its special advantage over all other weeders of this class is that it has a band which passes over the fingers, which, when the tool is not in use, gives full use to the hand for pulling weeds and thinning out plants without laying down the tool. Price 25c, $2.50 per doz.; 30c each, postpaid.

[image] EUREKA POTATO PLANTER.

EUREKA POTATO PLANTER--The best hand potato planter that we know of as it does the work perfectly. Also plants beans and seed corn equal to any corn planter. Price $1.25. GARDEN TROWELS.--5 inch 10c, by mail 15c; 6 inch 15c, by mail 20c. FLORIST TROWELS.--Extra heavy 40c, by mail 50c. TRELLISES.--15c to $2.00 each. SCOLLAY'S RUBBER SPRINKLERS.--Indispensable for floral work. Excellent for washing the foliage of house plants, and used largely for sprinkling clothes. Standard size, each $1.00; postpaid, $1.10. Small size, each 60c; postpaid, 70c. EXCELSIOR WEEDING HOOK.--Can be used to great advantage among small and tender plants. Price 10c, doz. $1.10 or postpaid for 20c each.

[image] SCOLLAY SPRINKLER.

[image] EXCELSIOR WEEDING HOOK.

SPHAGNUM MOSS.--Clean, nice moss which is used largely for packing fruit plants for shipment. It is put up in large bales. Price $1.25 per bale; 5 bales or more at $1.10; 10 bales $10.00. DANDELION PULLER.--Each 25c, by mail 40c.

[image] REDDICK MOLE TRAP

DIBBER.--With steel point, desirable for transplanting vegetable plants. Each 30c, by mail 40c. MAGNIFYING GLASSES.--For examining and testing all kinds of seeds. A powerful magnifying glass about 2 1/4 inches in diameter, in wood frame 2 3/4 x 4 1/4, with legs. Price 75c each, or 80c each, postpaid. REDDICK MOLE TRAP.--If you are bothered with moles you should purchase one of these traps. It is undoubtedly the best trap made and no mole can pass under it and live. We have used this trap on our own place for three years and consider it by far the best pattern on the market. Price only $1.00. WIRE BRACKETS.--This new pattern is a very cheap and handsome bracket, made of tinned wire. It is easily put up, adjustable, can be instantly removed, is simple, practical and durable. Price, 4-inch, 10c each, $1.00 per doz.; 5-inch, 12c each, $1.25 per doz.; 6-inch 15c each, $1.50 per doz., postage 8 cts. each, extra.

[image] WIRE BRACKET.

KELLY PRUNING SHEARS--Best for picking grapes, as it holds the bunch firmly until dropped in basket, enabling operator to do double the work. Price 75c postpaid.

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ROTARY CORN PLANTER.--Decidedly the best hand corn planter made, and a very desirable implement for those who have but a small field, or need to replant their ground. It puts the corn exactly where you want it and at a proper depth. It is easily worked and a most satisfactory tool in every way. Price $1.50.

[image] ROTARY PLANTER.

SCREW BIRD CAGE HOOK.--The most popular style as it is inconspicuous, neat, cheap and makes only one hole in casing. Nice for bird cages or hanging baskets. Each 5c. Postpaid 12c. WATER'S TREE PRUNER.--The standard make; with 6 ft., pole, 85c; 8 ft., $1.00; 10 ft., $1.20. GARDENING TOOLS.--We have a great variety of ordinary and new shapes of hoes, rakes, lawn rakes, spades and all kinds of garden tools at reasonable prices. SELF CLEANING LAWN RAKE.--Best device for raking the lawn. It is an automatic self-cleaner, keeping the teeth clear of refuse. Price 75c each. RUBBER HOSE--Good strong quality which will please you. Per roll of 50 ft., $5.00.

[image] OUT O' SIGHT MOLE TRAP.

TREE LABELS.--3 1/2 inch, notched, 1,000, 50c. POT LABELS.--4-inch, pointed; per 1,000, 60c. RAFFIA.--Excellent for tying asparagus and other vegetables. Gardeners should try this. Per lb. 25c, 10 lbs. $2.00. HORSE RADISH GRATERS.--Large size, $2.00; small 85c each. DALMATIAN INSECT POWDER--The best grade, fresh and nice. It does not pay to use the cheap ordinary grades. Per lb. 40c, 5 lbs. or more at 35 cents; postage 16c lb. extra. CANE PLANT STAKES.--Desirable for plant supports. $1.00 per 100. OUT O' SIGHT MOLE TRAP.--Moles are one of the worst nuisances in the lawn or garden. This trap catches them every time if properly set. Price $1.25 postpaid, or $1.00 if by freight with other goods.

[image] TYRIAN PLANT SPRINKLER.

TYRIAN PLANT SPRINKLER.--With it you can, without injuring your plants or soaking the earth, quickly sprinkle them. It will render valuable aid in keeping the foliage fresh and healthy and free from insects of all kinds. The bent neck enables you to spray the under side of the leaves which are usually the insects hiding place. Postpaid for 75c each. "HANDY" CORN SHELLER.--Sheller is simple, strong, convenient and cheap. Can be used for shelling seed corn, pop corn, corn for chickens, etc. Weight 15 lbs. Price $1.75.

[image] "HANDY" CORN SHELLER.

WIRE PLANT STANDS.--For strength, beauty of design and superior finish, our stands are unexcelled, if equaled. The No. 10, illustrated herewith, is a very popular style. Price only $4.50, or without the arch for $3.50. Other styles at low prices. Illustrated list free. WIRE WINDOW SHELVES.--These can be fastened to window frames either inside or outside. They are strong and attractive, 36 inches long, 6 or 7 inches wide. The border is not as high as the engraving shows. Price $1.00 each.

[image] WIRE PLANT SHELF

[image] NO. 10 PLANT STAND.