1911

Iowa Seed Company, Des Moines, Iowa 9

CABBAGE-Continued

SUREHEAD- This popular cabbage is rightly named Surehead and never fails to make a remarkably fine, solid, large head with few outer leaves. Strong, vigorous grower; ripens late. First-class main crop sort. Pkt. 5c, 1/4 lb. 75c, lb. $2.50. ST. LOUIS MARKET- A fine strain of large, late cabbage very popular with St. Louis gardeners because of the regularity in heading. Many of our customers claim in produces a greater percentage of heads to plants than any other sort. Shape is between Flat Dutch and Ballhead; has great substance, weighs heavy; of good quality. Pkt. 10c, oz. 30c, 1/4 lb. 90c, lb. $3.00.

[Illustration of a large, leafy cabbage] St. Louis Market

VOLGA- For uniformity in growth, shape of head and hardness we have never seen its equal in a large heading variety. Plant is nearly all head, having few outside leaves. The heads are nearly as round as a ball, hard and solid as Danish Ballhead, much larger and heavier. In a field of three acres in Long Island there was not a single plant thrown out or one that showed any variation from the true type. Quality is very fine both for cooking and kraut. Can be set out in the middle of July in this latitude; will mature large, solid heads in October. Plants are so compact that they can be set out 1 1/2x3 feet and will produce enormous crops on good land. Pkt. 10c, oz. 30c, 1/4 lb. 90c, lb $3.00. IOWA SEED CO.'S SHORT-STEM DRUMHEAD- Our improved and select strain of this popular variety has greatly pleased thousands of our customers during the past ten years, and so greatly has it improved during the time that we have had it that in a large field it is almost impossible to find a head that is not solid and well formed. For sureness in heading, regularity of growth, and even, large solid heads, it far surpasses any other strain of late cabbage, ripening evenly, with very short stem or stalk, and large, thick heads of silky fine quality of best keeping properties. Almost all head and always sure to head. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 75c, lb. $2.50.

[Illustration of cabbage] Volga

PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH- This old and well-known variety is still the standard winter kind. Heads large, solid and first-class keeper. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 60c, lb $2.00. IMPROVED DANISH BALLHEAD, or Hollander- This variety has been selected and perfected for more than fifty years by the Danish gardeners. They prize it so highly that they grow it almost exclusively for winter cabbage, and annualy export large quantities to London, Paris, and other cities. Heads round, good sized, solid and very fine grained. Has but few outer leaves. A good keeper, tender and crisp, with but little waste heart. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c, 1/4 lb. 90c, lb. $3.00. WINNINGSTADT- This is a cone-shaped summer sorth which can also be used for winter keeping if it is planted late. It is a sure header, solid and of excellent quality, and is generally preferred among cone-shaped sorts for general crop. Has been a standard variety for many years. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 45c, lb. $1.50.

[Large head cabbage illustration] I.S.C. Co's Short Stem Drumhead.

Our American Grown Cabbage Is not surpassed by any in the world. IT has given satisfaction to our customers for many years.

RED AND SAVOY CABBAGE MAMMOTH RED ROCK- Market gardening strain of unusual size, weight, color. Its large size, solidity adn good quality make it a very desirable red cabbage. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c, lb. $2.25. ZENITH RED- Medium early, medium size; handsome dark red color, by far most attractive red sort. Its small ribs and thin leaves very close together make it extra solid. Pkt. 10c, oz. 40c, 1/4 lb. $1.25, lb. $4.00. PERFECTION DRUMHEAD SAVOY- The Savoy cabbages have curled leaves and are of finer flavor and quality than the ordinary kinds. Our strain is a sure header and heads are large and solid. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 60c, lb. $2.00.

[Illustration of cabbage] Zenith Red

[Illustration of leafy cabbage head] Perfection Drumhead Savoy

CABBAGE PLANTS OF BOTH EARLY AND LATE VARIETIES ARE OFFERED ON PAGE 38

10 SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE

CELERY One ounce will produce about 6,000 plants.

[Large illustration of four different kinds of cabbage] New Giant Pascal, Golden Self-Blanching, White Plume, Rose Ribbed Self-Blanching

This we consider one of the luxuries of the garden. For first crop sow seed early in hotbeds, or in boxes in the house, in rich, moist soil, covering seed very lightly. For main crop sow in open ground in April or soon as soil is in good condition. Seed germinates slowly and if the weather is hot and dry protect with light covering of hay or straw. Stir soil as soon as plants are well up; thin out and transplant so that they stand about an inch apart in the row. If they grow too rapidly, shear the tops off when about 4 or 5 inches high and this will make them more stocky. For main crop set plants out between June 15th and July 15th, in rows 3 feet apart and plants 6 inches apart in the row. Care should be taken to firm the earth well around the plants when setting and they will root better. Keep clear of weeds until about the middle of August when it will be time to begin earthing up. Draw the soil up against plants with a hoe as closely as possible, firming it enough to keep plants in an upright position. Later in the season the blanching process must be finished by digging soil from between rows and banking clear to the tops on each side of the row of celery. Much labor is saved by growing the self-blanching varieties. They are easier to grow but do not do quite so well.

[Illustration of celery and two women at a table] Winter Queen

WHITE PLUME- Stalks, portions of the inner leaves and heart naturally white, and become fit for use by simply tying up closely with soft twine. More used than any other by gardeners. Our seed highest quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb, 60c, lb. $2.00. GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING- By far the most popular sort on the market. It is of medium earliness, of dwarf, compact habit, with thick, solid, heavily ribbed stalks, which blanch easily to a clear waxen yellow. When grown in rich, moist soil, the stalks are numerous and large with a solid heart of beautiful yellow. Pkt. 10c, oz. 50c, 1/4 lb. $1.60, lb. $5.50. ROSE-RIBBED SELF-BLANCHING- Is a sport from the Golden Self-Blanching, having all its good qualities, with the additional attraction of beautiful ribs, making it very handsome. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c, 1/4 lb. 90c, lb. $3.00.

[Illustration of a plant] Giant Prague Celeriac

GIANT PASCAL- A selection from the Golden Self-Blanching, and adds to the quality of its parent superior keeping qualities. Stalks very large, solid, crisp and of a rich, nutty flavor. Blanches very easily and quickly. Heart is golden yellow, very attractive. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 60c, lb. $2.00. GOLDEN DWARF- Golden yellow, solid, crisp. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 40c. WINTER QUEEN- Finest dwarf celery. Rich green coloring, readily blanched; ready for use in the fall. Large bunches of heavy stalks of even length, best table quality; keeps until May. Pkt. 5c, oz 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c, lb. $2.25. GIANT PRAGUE CELERIAC- Instead of producing long leaf stalks like ordinary celery it has a turnip-like root with the true celery flavor and is greatly liked by all who have tried it. Giant Prague is the largest, smoothest and best sort. Easily grown and we advise you to try it. Excellent for salads and flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 60c.

Celery seed for flavoring purposes will not germinate. Oz. 5c, 1-4 LB. 15c, LB. 40c.

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CAULIFLOWER (One ounce will produce about 3,000 plants.)

One of the most delicious of vegetables. Any soil that will grow cabbage will grow cauliflower, as their requirements are quite similar. Culture same as cabbage, except that they need a cool and moist atmosphere and should be watered during dry weather. As flower heads appear the large leaves should be broken down over them to shield them from the sun and rain.

[Photo of a boy holding a large cauliflower plant.] Danish Giant Cauliflower

DANISH GIANT- Has become a strong competitor for first place. Originated in the same locality in Denmark which produced Snowball. Heads extra large, pure white and very solid. Has large leaves which protect the head. About ten days later than Snowball, but has proven more desirable for growing in open ground and does well dry seasons when other varieties show failure, keeping plump and fresh during the hottest, dryest weather. One grower, probably the largest grower of cauliflower in the country (having crop of 90 acres), tested Danish Giant and placed his entire order for this variety. Our seed is obtained direct from the best cauliflower growers in Denmark, the home of the cauliflower, and our customers will be especially pleased with it. Pkt. of 100 seeds 15c, oz. $2.50. HENDERSON'S EARLY SNOWBALL- Considered throughout the country the earliest of all cauliflowers, and more certain to make a head than any other short. Its dwarf habit and short outer leaves allow it to be planted as close as 18 to 20 inches apart each way, thus making it especially valuable to market gardeners. Our stock is extra choice, and cannot be excelled. It is grown where this variety originated by a grower we believe to be the best in the world. Pkt. 15c, oz. $2.25. EXTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT- Is valuable for foreing. A very popular variety in Europe and with eastern gardeners. First quality. Pkt. 10c, 1/4 oz. 50c, oz $1.75. EARLY PARIS- Well known small sort which is usually quite satisfactory. Price is so low this year that all can try this excellent vegetable. Pkt. 5c, oz. 50c. LENORMAND'S- A late variety of large size; fine quality. Pkt. 10c, oz. 60c.

[Illustration of large cauliflower head] Henderson's Snowball Cauliflower

CRESS, OR PEPPER GRASS

EARLY CURLED- Well-known salad. Sow at intervals all season. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c. TRUE WATER- Sow seeds along the border of running water. Pkt. 10c, oz. 35c. UPLAND CRESS- A perennial variety; hardy, produces well; same flavor as Water Cress. Grown on high, dry land; does not run to seed rapidly. Pkt. 10c, oz. 25c.

CORN SALAD (One ounce will sow about 29 square feet.) A nice winter salad. Sow in September in drills. Just before cold weather cover with straw or leaves. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c.

[Illustration of a plant] Corn Salad

CHUFAS A nice little ground nut greatly liked by children. In favor resembles the cocoanut. Very prolific, a single one yielding 200 to 400 nuts growing just under ground and easily reached by pigs and poultry if they have access. Grow best in light, sandy soil, well fertilized. Plant in April, 10 in. apart in 2 1/4 ft. rows. Cover lightly. Soak seed before planting if very dry. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c.

[Illustration of a chufa plant]

[Illustration of a curled chervil plant] Curled Chervil

CHERVIL (An ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.) Leaves used in soups and salads. They have a pleasant aromatic taste which is greatly liked. Cultivate like parsley. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 40c.

CHICORY LARGE ROOTED- Used as a substitute for coffee. Cultivate teh same as carrots. Take up roots in the fall, cut in small pieces and let dry. When wanted for use it is roasted adn ground like coffee. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb, 25c, 1 lb. 75c. WITLOOF- A delicious winter vegetable which is really a variety of Chicory, but is sometimes called French Endive. It makes on of the finest of all salads and is also excellent boiled. Plant seed in May or June in open ground and in the fall dig the roots and plant them in earth in a dark, cool place in the cellar or under the greenhouse bench. By planting deeply in loose soil a more solid head is produced which is very fine. Pkt. 10c, oz. 25c.

[Illustration of a witloof chicory]

You can buy cauliflower plants ready for setting out in early spring. See page 38.

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SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE

SWEET CORN

Plant as soon as the ground becomes warm in the spring, in hills about three feet apart, five or six grains to the hill, and when up thin them out, allowing three or four of the strongest plants to remain; give through cultivation. Our sweet corn is carefully grown and selected, only the choicest, most perfect ears being selected for seed. It costs us more and is far superior to ordinary stock. Packets contain about two ounces. We pay the postage by the packet, half pint, and quart. Deduct ten cents on each quart if to be sent by express; pints at half quart prices. The half pint packages are very desirable for small families.

[Illustration of 13 different types of the corn offered] The Maine State Bulletin, No. 27, states that the Early Sunrise was as early as any variety in their long list and much larger and better than Cory; in quality equal to most of the later varieties and the most prolific of all. They say it is worthy of special mention. Try it this year.

GOLDEN BANTAM- (See Cut No. 1.)- This handsome new variety is one of the most deelicious of all and generally believed to be richest in flavor. An extremely early sort, fo hardy, vigorous growth, so that it can be planted quite early. The stalks grow only about four feet high, but bear two or three good ears five or six inches long, of handsome golden yellow color. In flavor quite distinct from the white sorts and some have called it sweet as honey. We advise you to give it a trial. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 40c. By express, 1/2 pk. 85c, pk. $1.50. PEEP O'DAY- (No. 2.)- Of Minnesota origin, 5 to 7 days earlier than other kinds. Ear 5 inches long, of perfect form, and well filled. The corn is tender and sweet. On our place it matured with Early Sunrise and is similar to it in many respects. You will make no mistake in planting some of it for first early. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 50c. By express, 1/2 pk. 85c, pk. $1.50.

[Illustration of two ears of corn on a plate] Early Sunrise

EARLY SUNRISE- (No. 3)- This splendid new variety which we introduced originated with a market gardener in the western part of this state and for eight years he has been selecting it to an ideal size and the earliest maturing. In this way he finally obtained this variety which is distinct from all others. It is undoubtedly the best extra early corn for either private gardens or the public market. The ears are about six inches long, well filled out at the end and husk covering so completely and being so tight as to prevent working of worms, which are so bad in Cory. Grains fairly deep and set in straight rows on small white cob; very uniform and handsome. Quite productive and as good flavor as any corn we ever tasted. Don't fail to try it. Market gardeners will find Early Sunrise as most profitable and satisfactory sort. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 50c, postpaid. By frt., 1/2 pk. 85c, pk. $1.50. EXTRA EARLY ADAMS- (No. 4.) This is not a true sweet corn, but produces ears well filled with tender white grains. It is very early and on account of its hardiness and hard, round grain it can be planted much earlier than sweet corn. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 10c, qt. 30c. By express, 1/2 pk. 60c, pk. $1.00. WHITE MEXICAN-(No. 5)- Do you know the marvelous sweetness of the old Black Mexican? You like its taste but dislike its color. Well, we have something finer in every way, superior in sweetness, a pure ivory white color, large as the Minnesota and earlier. It matures in 55 days. Has pleased all purchasers. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 35c, postpaid. By express, 1/2 pk. 70c, pk. $1.25.

[Illustration of many ears of corn on a platter] Champion Early

CHAMPION EARLY- (No. 6)- Without doubt the earliest large corn ever introduced, maturing only a few days later than the small-eared sorts and producing large 12-rowed ears 8 to 10 inches long. Pure white kernels with medium white cob, very sweet and tender, usually producing two ears to the stalk. This variety is unsurpassed for market gardening as well as family garden owing to its large size and fine appearance. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 35c. By express, 1/2 pk. 70c, pk. $1.25. EARLY MINNESOTA- (No. 7)- A standard variety. Has held its position in the list for a long period of years as a dependable sort. The ears are of good size and well flavored. Valuable for either private or market use. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 10c, qt. 30c. By express, 1/2 pk. 60c, pk. $1.10. EXTRA EARLY CORY-(White Cob.)- This was for years the most popoular variety with market gardeners for first early market until the introduction fo Early Sunrise. It is of dwarf growth and yields well; ears of medium size. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 35c. By express, 1/2 pk. 70c, pk. $1.25.

DON'T FAIL TO NOTICE OUR SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR THE FARMER'S GARDEN LISTED ON PAGE 32

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA

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SWEET CORN-Continued

CROSBY'S EARLY- (See Cut No. 8)- For medium early use and general crop is one of the most desirable sorts. Ears of medium size and cooking qualities excellent. A good cropper and profitable for family use and as a market sort. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 35c. By express, 1/2 pk. 70c, pk. $1.15. COUNTRY GENTLEMAN- (No. 9.)- An improvement on the old favorite Shoe Peg Sweet Corn. Our illustration of a single stalk shows its great productiveness; 3 to 5 ears to a stalk. In this, coupled with luscious quality, the general superiority of this new variety will be quickly seen. The cob is small, giving great depth to kernels which are pearly white, and we cannot say too often-surpassingly sweet and tender. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 40c. By express, 1/2 pk. 85c, pk. $1.50.

[Illustration of a stalk with five ears of corn]

BLACK MEXICAN- (No. 10)- Although the ripe grain is black, or blueish black, the corn when in condition for table cooks remarkably and is surpassed by none in tenderness. This, by many, is considered the most desirable for family use of the second early sorts. Withstands hot, dry weather. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 40c. By exp., 1/2 pk. 80c, pk. $1.50.

[Illustration of a hand pointing to a dried portion of an ear of corn] Matured and dry. Ready for seed.

PHARAOH'S DREAM- (No. 11)- "And Pharaoh slept and dreamed and behold seven ears of corn came up, upon one stalk, rank and good."-Genesis 41:5. Is the most productive and one of the finest varieties of sweet corn ever sent out. This new variety was bred by one of the best seed corn specialists in the country and does not come from an accidental sport, but was gradually worked up from a cross made of two well known varieties and selected for a number of years, until it attained a high value. Owing to the fact that it so frequently produces seven ears to the stalk it has been aptly named "Pharaoh's Dream." The corn begins earing almost from the bottom and produces quite long ear stalks from each leaf joint. Ears are of large size, but not overgrown; just right for table use and would be taken for Stowell's Evergreen in almost any market. Corn is pure white, tender and of rich, delicate flavor, remaining a long time in an edible condition. Ears form in succession and make a constant supply all through the season. Is the greatest novelty ever sent out. Produces better when only one or two grains are planted in a hill. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 40c, postpaid. By frt., 1/2 pk. 85c, pk. $1.50.

[Illustration of a hand pointing to a cob section of an ear of corn] Notice the small cob and depth of grain.

[Illustration of three cooked ears of corn on a plate] Ears of Pharaoh's Dream

IMPROVED STOWELL'S EVERGREEN- (No. 12)- For many years this corn has been the most prominent main crop sort and more largely planted than any other, being a general favorite with canners and market gardeners for late use. We have been selecting this for a number of years to improve it for family use. The ears are medium to large size and our illustration was made by combining the picture of the lower part of an ear in fit condition for table use with part of an ear of dry seed corn. The grains are deep, exceptionally tender and remain a long time in an edible condition. The dried kernels are shriveled so much that they readily show its unusual sweetness. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 35c. By express, 1/2 pk. 70c, pk. $1.25.

[Illustration of a hand pointing to the ripe kernels on part of an ear of corn] In the green state, ready for market.

MAMMOTH SUGAR- (No. 13.) This produces the largest ear of any sweet corn, a single ear sometimes weighing 2 or 3 lbs; sweet and luscious. Pkt. 5c, 1/2 pt. 12c, qt. 40c. By express, 1/2 pk. 80c, pk. $1.50. EARLY SWEET FODDER- Grows quickly and will furnish good fodder. Qt. 25c. By express, 1/2 pk 35c, pk. 65c, bu. $2.00. EVERGREEN SWEET FODDER- Particularly selected because it produces great stalk and leaf growth, lots of ears, and is ready in July when pastures are short. Worth double the cost. Qt. 25c. By express, 1/2 pk. 35c, pk, 65c, bu. $2.00.

EVERGREEN COLLECTION OF FORAGE AND FODDER PLANTS To furnish green feed for the live stock during the summer months when pastures are dry, and fodder in winter when roughness is wanted. The rape, if sown in June, will make pasture from July until frost, when the grass is dormant. The sweet fodder corn will be ready to cut and feed from July to September. The Millet, Teosinte and Pencilaria are ready when the corn is used, and the Cane and Kaffir Corn make excellent rough forage for winter use.

13 lbs. Early Sweet Fodder Corn, 33 lbs. Evergreen Sweet Fodder Corn, 6 lbs. Dwarf Essex Rape, 25 lbs, Siberian Millet, 1 lb. Teosinte, 2 lbs. Pencilaria, 25 lbs. Amber Cane, 15 lbs. Kaffir Corn. One hundred pounds of seed will plant 8 or 9 acres and furnish tons of good feed for the stock. SENT BY FREIGHT, NOT PREPAID, FOR $4.92.

YOU CAN HELP OUT A SHORTAGE OF PASTURES AND MEADOWS WITH THIS EVERGREEN COLLECTION