Historic, Archive Document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. -L 7 A «=-VJL and Shippers of Vegetables Mr Field and Garden jt Seed Specialists M DENVER, COLORADO The Morrison Seed Growers Association, of which Mr. Morrison is the head, have the reputation of producing the best quality Cantaloupe Seed in Colorado. All their seed is grown on their own farms, under Mr. Morrison’s care, and better quality cannot be obtained anywhere. This seed will satisfy the most critical trade and especially those who grow cantaloupes on a large scale for the high Class Eastern trade. Jointly with the Blotz-Henneman Seed Company of Rocky Ford we are sole agents of all of Mr. Morrison’s Cantaloupe seed and you can rest assured when you place an order with us, you will receive only Morrison stock. POLLOCK ORANGE FLESH No. 19 This is an entirely new cantaloupe just being developed, and is showing outstanding merit as a market melon. It runs standard to jumbo size, oblong in shape, and quite uniform in size, shape and color. Color of flesh is deep red orange tint, and the seed cavity is the smallest of any cantaloupe grown. The rind is covered with a' heavy solid net, showing excellent shipping quality. The flavor is superior, equalled by few and excelled by none. This new variety took first and second premiums, at- the Rocky Ford Fair over all competitors. Our supply of seed is limited at this time. - PRICES: Pkt., 15c; oz., 25c; % lb., 65c; 1 lb., to 10 lbs., ‘ $2.00 per lb.; 25 lbs.. $1.75 per lb.; 100 lbs., $1.25 per lb. NEW EXTRA EARLY H-B CANTALOUPE The most valuable introduction in the cantaloupe family ; there never was a cantaloupe put on the market that gave such universal satisfaction ; it is the melon that brought the growers in the Imperial Valley such profitable returns. The fruits are rather large; oblong in shape and somewhat ribbed. Flesh is salmon color, fine grained and excellent flavor. It is a good keeper and shipper, but the fact that it is ten days to two weeks earlier than any other cantaloupe makes it so desirable.. Our supply of this seed is limited. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., 80c; lb., $3.00; postpaid. OTHER MELONS, SEE PAGE 48 OUR EASY TO GROW FLOWER COLLECTION Sent prepaid to your door by mail for 40c. Regular selling price of this selection is 75c. 1 Pkt. Grandiflora Sweet Peas 1 Pkt. Sweet Allysum 1 Pkt. Large Flowering Mixed Petunia 1 Pkt. Mixed Zinnias 1 Pkt. Dwajf Mixed Nasturtiums 1 Pkt. Dwarf French Marigold 1 Pkt. Grandiflora Mixed Salpiglosis 1 Pkt. Large Flowering Drummondi Phlox Mixed 1 Pkt. Morning Glory, FLOWERING ANNNUALS COLLECTION 1 Pkt. Each : Allysum, Little Gem Balsam, Defiance Mixed Calendula, Lemon Queen Calliopsis, Drummondi 21 Hill m BLUE LIST Special Prices to Farmers, Ranchers and Large Buyers This Price List is based on values at the time it is printed, and before markets and supplies have been established and we do not guarantee these prices to be in effect throughout the season. If time permits, send a list of what seeds you need for samples and quotations. We will allow the 100-pound price on 50-pound lots, and on 500 or 1,000-pound lots, a reduction of 25c per hundred pounds will be allowed. Seamless sacks are extra at 50c each. January Per 100 Lbs. ALFALFA jGrimm’s, Certified ..... - $45.00 ! Grimm’s, Non-Certified 35.00 : Turkestan, Domestic 25.00 Alfalfa Seed in the different grades can be fur- |j nished from the following localities : Colorado Grown — Western Slope Dry Land. Idaho Grown — Mountain Home District. Utah Grown — Delta District. Grade No. 1— Gold Seal .$24.50 Grade No. 2 — Fancy 22.75 Grade No. 3 — Choice 18.75 Grade No. 4 — Prime 10.25 ARTICHOKES 15, 1926 Per 100 Lbs. CLOVERS Alsyke, Extra Fancy, Mtn. Grown $32.25 Medium Red, Gold Seal 38.00 Mammoth Red, Fancy 40.00 White, for Lawns 55.00 1 lb., 70c; 10 lbs., $6.00. SWEET CLOVER White Blossom, Hulled $15.25 White Blossom, Scarified 16.25 Yellow Blossom, Hulled 15.25 Hubam, Annual, White 35.00 Jerusalem $5.00 FIELD CORN (FANCY) BARLEY Bald or Hull-less $ 5.00 Hull-less Blue 5.00 Oderbrucker, Six Row 3.75 California Feed 3.00 Colsess, Registered 4.50 Trebi, Registered 4.50 COMMERCIAL BEANS Red Kidney $12.00 Red Mexican 12.00 Broad Windsor (Horse Bean) 22.00 Pinto 7.00 Navy .. 12.00 White Kidney 9.50 White Marrowfat or Great Northern 10.25 Minnesota 13 $ Colorado Yellow Dent Swadley Golden King Reid’s Yellow Dent Pride of the North King of the Earliest Northwestern Dent White Australian Western White Dent Gehu Hickory King Squaw Calico - Western Yellow Dent Bloody Butcher POP CORN 5.50 5.50 5.75 5.75 6.25 5.75 5.75 5.75 5.75 5.75 6.25 7.25 6.25 6.25 5.75 5.75 STOCK BEANS Early Soja or Soy $10.25 Ito San Sojas 10.50 Hollybrook Early Sojas 10.75 Spanish Pop Corn $12.00 White Rice Pop Corn 8.00 ENSILAGE CORN STOCK BEETS OR MANGELS Mammoth Long Red 1 lb., 45c; 10 lb., $4.00 Sludstrup 1 lb., 45c; 10 lb., 4.00 Giant Half Sugar ...1 lb., 45c; 10 lb., 4.00 Golden Tankard 1 lb., 45c; 10 lb., 4.00 Eureka $ 8.25 Iowa Silver Mine 5.75 Improved Learning 5.75 Red Cob Ensilage 6.50 Colorado Giant Fodder 6.00 Iowa Gold Mine 5.75 BUCKWHEAT $ 6.75 7.00 FLAX Japanese . Silver Hull Western Grown $ 7.75 Per 100 Lbs. Per 10' GRASSES Timothy, Fancy — .$11,25 Western Wheat Grass 13.75 Brome Grass (Bromus Ineraus) ... 15.25 Tall Meadow Oat Grass - 50.00 Red Top, Fancy 35.00 English Rye Grass, Perennial 19.00 Meadow Fescue, Fancy 20.25 Orchard Grass, Fancy 21.75 Kentucky Blue Grass, Fancy 45.00 1 lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.75. GRASS MIXTURES Mountain Meadow Mixture $25.00 Morton’s Pasture Mixture 20.00 Alsyke and Timothy Mixed 13,50 KAFFIRS, ETC. Schrock Kaffir (New) $ 5.50 Kaffir, Dwarf White 4.25 Kaffir, Red 4.25 Milo Maize, Yellow 4.25 Broom Corn 5.25 MILLETS Big German, True $ 6.00 Siberian or Russian 4.75 Hog or Manitoba 4.75 Japanese 5.50 Common 4.50 White Wonder 4.75 OATS (Best Quality) Swedish Select $ 4.50 Kherson or Mountain, Registered 4.25 Silver Mine 4.50 Bliss Side 4.50 Victory, Genuine 4.75 FIELD PEAS San Luis Valley 5.25 Extra Early Blackeye, Dry Land 8.25 Whip-Poor-Will Cow Peas 12.00 Canada Field 6.25 RAPE Dwarf Essex, Imported $10.25 RYE Spring, True Stock $ 4.25 Fall, Petkus variety 4.25 SORGHUMS, ETC. Sudan Grass $ 7.25 Johnson Grass 18.25 Early Amber Cane 4.00 Early Orange Sorghum 5.00 Red Top Cane 6.75 Feterita or Shribar Corn 5.00 SPELTZ OR EMMER ^ Spring Emmer, Fancy $ 4.25 SUNFLOWER Mammoth Russian, Recleaned $ 7.50 Black Manchurian 12.25 VETCH Sand or Hairy $18.00 WHEAT Kitchener $ 4.75 Marquis, Fancy 5.00 Defiance, Regenerated 5.25 Macaroni or Durum 5.25 Turkey Red Winter 5.00 Kanred 5.00 SEED POTATOES Red River Early Ohios All Early Six Weeks Market Mammoth Pearls Price. Burbanks Colo. Dry Land Early Ohios Prices Rural New Yorkers quoted Triumphs on Red McClures request. GARDEN BEANS (GREEN) Burpee’s Stringless $19.00 Shippers’ Green 19.00 Full Measure 19.00 I GARDEN BEANS (WAX) Pencil Pod Black Wax $19.00 Round Pod Kidney Wax 19.00 GARDEN PEAS Laxtonion ...$22.00 Alderman 18.50 Dwarf Telephone 22.00 Tall Telephone 18.00 Improved Stratagem 20.00 LETTUCE Write for Special Prices on large quantities. BLATCHFORD’S PRODUCTS See Page 96 in catalog regarding Blatchford’s Calf Meal $ 5.50* Blatchford’s Egg Mash 4.00 Blatchford’s Chic Mash 5.25 Write for prices on quantities. ONION SETS Yellow Bottom Per bushel $4.50 Red Bottom Per bushel 4.50 White Bottom Per bushel 5.00 These prices are F. ChB. Denver, purchaser pays transportation charges. However, should you prefer having delivered prices, and will make up a list of your requirements, we will be glad to quote you prices on same delivered to your freight or express depot. All seeds are of the very best quality and we know that our seeds must give satisfaction this year if we may expect your order next year. All Prices are Subject to Change Without Notice These collections of seed, which we offer at half price include only the best varieties of their kind and represent many high- priced novelties. The only cheap item about them is the price. It is possible for us to sell these collections at this price for two reasons ; we get them ready before the spring rush opens, when our time is less valuable ; second, in making this offer, it helps Us get acquainted with many new buyers. Our Great $1.00 Western Seed Collection Thirty Full Sized Packages, which sell at 5c and 10c each, for $1.00 Beans, Golden Wax Beans, Shippers Green Beets, Detroit Dark Red Cabbage, Early Wakefield Cabbage, Late Holland Cantaloupe, Rocky Ford * Carrot, Chantenay Carrot, Oxheart Corn, Early Evergreen Corn, Howling Mob (New Strain) Cucumber, Long Green Lettuce, Grand Rapids Lettuce, Big Boston (head) Lettuce, Prize Head Morning Glory (Finest Mixed) Nasturtium, Dwarf (Finest Mixed) Onion, Yellow Globe Danvers Onion, Red Globe Oyster Plant, Mammoth Sandwich Island Parsnip, Hollow Crown Peas, American Wonder Pumpkin, Small Sugar Radish, Early Long Scarlet Radish, White Tip Scarlet Squash, The Hubbard Squash, White Bush Scalloped Sweet Peas, Spencer Mixed Tomato, Livingston Beauty Turnip, Snowball Watermelon, Rocky Ford Garden Seed Collection, $1.50 This collection at regular price amounts to $2.50. We will send it postpaid for $1.50. Below we have made up a collection of Garden Seeds which is very valuable, especially for beginners. V> oz. Early Beets Yz oz. Late Beets 1 oz. Late Radish, Long 1 oz. Early Radish, Round Y2 oz. Onion, Yellow Yz oz. Carrot* Yz oz. Parsnip 2 oz. Pop Corn 2 oz. Early Sweet Corn Yz oz. Early Squash Yz oz. Late Squash Yz oz. Pumpkin 1 oz. Lettuce 2 oz. Early Peas 2 oz. Late Peas 2 oz. Wax Beans 2 oz. Green Podded Beans 2 oz. Pole Beans 1 pkt. Tomato 1 pkt. Cucumber 1 pkt. Watermelon 1 pkt. Turnip 1 pkt. Early Cabbage 1 pkt. Late Cabbage 1 pkt. Musk Melon Vz oz. Salsify Farm Garden Collection, $3.00 THIS COMPLETE COLLECTION FOR $3.00; REGULAR PRICE $5.35. This is a time saving and money saving collection for farmers and ranchers who raise considerable vegetables for the farm kitchen. Yk lb. Egyptian Beet $0.35 Yk lb. White Egg Turnip 35 Yk lb. Chantenay Carrot 35 Yk lb. Yellow Danvers Onion 75 1 lb. Alaska Peas .40 1 lb. Late Stratagem Peas 45 1 lb. Golden Wax Beans .30 Ys lb. Early Sweet Corn .20 Yz lb. Late Evergreen Corn .20 Ys lb. Round Radish 15 Ys lb. Long Radish 15 Yk lb. Grand Rapids Lettuce 50 Yk lb. Kleckly Sweet Watermelon .35 Yk lb. Rocky Ford Cantaloupe 35 2 qt. Yellow Onion Sets 50 Mountain Vegetable Collection, 70c We find that Mountain Grown Vegetables are far more superior in quality thian those grown elsewhere, therefore everybody living in the Mountains should avail themselves of raising at least enough vegetables for their own use. Many sorts of vegetables will not grow in high altitudes. We have made up a collection that will mature and we offer a $1.15 collection for 70c, postpaid. Charleston Wakefield Cabbage 10c Mountain Iceberg Lettuce $0.15 Green Beans .10 White Egg Turnips ,10 Early Beets .05 Telephone Peas .15 1 Qt. Yellow Onion Sets .30 Half Long Carrots .05 White Tip Round Radishes 05 Banghohn Rutabagas .10 NOTICE — As these collections are already put up we cannot change any of the varieties. Western Seed Collections PROFITS OF AGRICULTURE INCREASE TO THOSE WHO ADOPT BUSINESS-LIKE METHODS The problem that decides whether agricultural activities shall show a profit or a loss is not now wholly confined to the marketing of products, altho many who make their living by their wits *are still agitating the producer to this view point. Their salary check or organizing commissions are additional taxes foisted on the producer under the guise of help. The real problems that affect American agriculture are those of production. There are just two ways for the farmer to make more money: one is for him to get better prices for his products, the other to lower the cost of production. No section of this country can establish an arbitrary price for a product that is subject to general supply and demand unless it is the only section growing that product. The West is in competition with other sections of America. And America is in competition with the world. Price is a factor that is automatically regulated by the law of supply and demand. But the cost of production is a factor that is not controlled by anyone. It responds most readily to individuality and the efficiency of farm management. Any land anywhere is not suitable for every crop. Information as to suitability and adaptability can be obtained from Experiment Stations. If one acre better tilled and properly fertilized can be made to produce as much as five poor acres, the cost of production is reduced one-fifth and the gain is increased just as much as if a price advance had been accomplished. Better seed, better farming plans, fewer acres better tilled will make farming a sucessful venture; whereas higher prices and lower freight rates would not materially assist the industry in general. An investigation has shown that should wheat be paid for on the farm at a flat price of $2.50 per bushel there would still be 16 per cent of the farmers losing money. The lead pencil has now become the most valuable tool of modern farming. FIELD SEEDS Every year we are trying to induce planters to buy the highest quality of clean, pure seed. It is the cheapest in the end. And we exercise great care in purchasing field seeds, selecting only those specially adapted for our climatic and physical conditions. Alfalfa, clovers, grains and grasses all come from Western and Northern districts. It will pay you to insist on having Gold Seal Field Seeds. VEGETABLE SEEDS What we are trying to do in improving the quality of field seeds we have already done with vegetable seeds. For many years the high quality of our vegetable seeds has been known to the majority of planters and they buy and plant Gold Seal Seeds confident that they are as represented. MOUNTAIN HEAD LETTUCE, CAULIFLOWER AND PEAS The growing of these crops in our Mountain Districts has now become a permanent industry that has proved and will prove profitable for many and disastrous for some. Proper care and study in the selection of the ground and its accessibility and a knowledge of how to plant and handle the crop are necessary, be- sides a good grade of seed. Don’t be fooled into buying cheap lots of seed from irresponsible parties. GUARANTEE Our seeds are sold to you with the express understanding that if they are not as represented and not fully satisfactory when you receive them, we will take them back and CHEERFULLY REFUND YOUR MONEY. But as there are so many outside influences over which we have no control — such as weather conditions — we cannot guarantee a crop. BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE The Western Seed Gb ELMER HARTNER, President. Denver, Colorado HE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Novelties NOVELTIES LAXTONIAN PEAS (Gold Seal Quality) This is one of the finest and most profitable peas that can be grown. The vines are dwarf, do not require support of poles or trellises. It is ready for gathering as early as the Gradus. Has a true marrow-fat flavor. The pods are very large, if anything larger than the Gradus, and better filled. Vines grow about 19 inches high. The halum is covered from top to bottom with even sized pods. It is wonderfully hardy and a vigorous grower. Pods and vines are of a rich healthy green. One of the heaviest yielding early, large podded, dwarf vine, delicious peas. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; lb;, 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.70. If by express or freight at purchasers expense, 5c per pound less. Special price, 100 lbs., $22.00. DWARF GOLDEN CARMINE BEAN This is a new bean of the Dwarf Horticultural type, which can be used either as a snap or shell bean. When ripe, owing to its large seed, makes a fancy baking bean. It has a large, broad, long, golden-yellow pod, splashed with bright carmine. On the average, this bean will be ready for the table as a snap bean in about 58 days, and as a shell variety about ten days later. At all stages the pod is entirely stringless ai}d tender, making it very desirable as a snap variety. The seed is large, kidney-shaped, buff-colored, and mottled. Owing to its large size and handsome, golden-carmine pod, it is one of the most desirable and attractive varieties on the market. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 35c; 10 lbs., $3.00; postpaid. Not postpaid, deduct 5c lb. HOT HOUSE CUCUMBER This cucumber has been bred up especially for Hot House Culture. It grows to a length of ten inches ; shows spines about one-third of the length ; color is a very dark green, and it is more prolific than most hot house varieties. The flesh is firm, making it a good shipper and keeper. Pkt., 25c; ^ oz., 50c; oz., 90c; % lb., $2.50. DOUBLE DAHLIA-FLOWERED ZINNIAS New — Gold Seal Quality This splendid new Zinnia will greatly increase the popularity of this flower. The plants are of strong, vigorous habit from 2% to 3 feet high, producing mammoth flowers 4 to 5 inches across by 2% to 3 inches deep, very similar in appearance and form to the double Decora- tive Dahlia. Our mixture has a wonderful range of color, including white and all the different shades of pink, scarlet, crimson, yellow, orange, etc. You should by all means have a bed or border of these new Zinnias this next season — you will be delighted with them. Pkt., 25c; x/z oz., $1.00, Laxtonian Peas Double Dahlia-Flowered Zinnia Don’t forget to read about our FREE OFFER See Page 86 GOLD SEAL QUALITY MEANS THE BEST 5 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE OUR SEEDS FROM SELECTED SWEET MELONS N 0 VELTIES — Continued Golden Queen or Greeley Wonder Muskmelon IF YOU LIKE MELONS TRY THIS ONE Golden Queen or Greeley Wonder (The Most Delicious of All Melons) ^ This wonderful muskmelon combines . all the good qualities of the Netted Gem, Osage, Rocky Ford, Burrels Gem, etc., and is considered the earliest muskmelon under cultivation. In shape it resembles the old-time muskmelon, having heavy ribs and thickly netted. The flesh is of the richest Golden Orange color, 1% inches thick, being much sweeter ; than the sweetest Rocky Ford. GOLDEN QUEEN is the Queen of the golden meated melons of Colorado, but owing to the thick . meat and thin rind it is not to be classed as a good shipper or keeper but has been known to stand up well for 6 to 8 days. As a table melon the Golden-. Queen heads, the list, for it is the most delicious,, I sweetest and juiciest of them all. Market gardeners will find that where once tried v this melon will outsell any other variety, and the ' j trade will demand it. When you are making up your seed order for the - home garden don’t forget to include Golden Queen. Golden Queen will yield more than the Rocky Ford. The fruit is of large, uniform size ; no small unmar- ketable melons. Pkt., 10c; % lb., 60c; 1 lb., $2.00; postpaid. 48. BE FIRST WITH MELONS AND CUCUMBERS. PLANT EARLY AND COYER WITH HOTKAPS. SEE PAGE 98. Christmas Watermelon or Winter Queen This is a surprise to anyone who grows this melon. It produces good sized melons, almost round and light green to ivory in color. Flesh is bright pink; is exceptionally sweet, in fact most everybody who has eaten this melon claims it is sweeter than any melon grown. Its flesh is very solid, crisp and juicy. It ripens the first of September and can be kept until Christmas without losing any of its excellent qualities. It is best adapted to sandy soils. Anyone enjoying watermelons should plant some of these melons. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50. See illustration. Page 47. Celery GOLDEN SUMMER — This is a cross between the Easy Bleaching and Golden Self Blanching. It has the hearty robust habits of the Easy Bleaching and the color of the Golden Self Blanching. It is larger than the old strain of Golden Self Blanching and is not so quick to wilt, and has a larger heart growth than the new strain of Golden Self Blanching. It shows less tendency to blight or crown rot, and for the past two years has resisted blight. We believe it will prove very valuable and will eventually take the place of the Golden Self Blanching, as soon as its qualities are known. Pkt., 20c; Vz oz., 80c; oz., $1.25; 1 lb., $15.0 0. Squash ACORN OR TABLE QUEEN — This squash is sometimes called the Des Moines or Individual, and is a small acorn shaped 6quash with dark green rind and is a very choice squash for serving individually by cutting it open lengthwise from stem to blossom end, and after scraping out the seed cavity and placing a large lump of butter in the one half, place the two halves back together and bake them and serve in the shell. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; *A lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50. Hartner’s Early Market Pea HARTNER’S EARLY MARKET PEA — It is a very profitable pea for the market gardener, as it is the earliest, large podded variety; being ready for market just after the Alaska and before the Gradus or Laxtonian. Pods are well filled. It is a smooth seeded variety therefore can be planted earlier than the wrinkled such as Gradus, Dwarf Telephone, etc. Postpaid; Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; y2 lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight at pur- chaser’s expense deduct 5c per lb. TM WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Novelties IMPERIAL CUCUMBER— Western Grown IMPERIAL CUCUMBERS — We have listed this cucumber among the specialties for a number of years, so by this time it must be well known to all planters who have received our catalog. But it is such a wonderful cucumber, being so far ahead of all other varieties, that it de- serves a space among our specialities. Another strictly Western Grown "Gold Seal” product that has attained the highest favor among the most critical cucumber growers in the country, and has taken the place of such valuable varieties as the Davis Perfect, Fordhook Famous, Long Green, White Spine, etc., among the market gardeners, because it is more prolific, of better color and more uniform in size, averaging from 10 to 14 inches in length. They are always straight and free from crippled or little necks, withstands blight better and has practically no seed chamber, but it is com- posed of almost solid white firm flesh that is most delicious in flavor. At the Arkansas Valley Fair, held at Rocky Ford, the Imperial Cucumber was awarded first place as a slicing cucumber, and to win at this fair a cucumber must be almost perfect. On account of its good merits we have given it space again this year at the front of our catalog. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Yst lb., 90c; 1 lb., $1.50. GOLDEN ACRE CABBAGE SWEET SPANISH ONION This is the wonderful onion that comes to this country from Spain during January, February and March and commands the high prices because of its fine mild and sweet flavor. For sometime it was con- sidered impossible to grow these onions in this country, but we now have a strain developed that grows in our Western Country and pro- duces onions equal to imported ones. Except in the south, we find it is more satisfactory to start the onion plants in hot beds, or cold frames, and later set out in open. While this may at first seem like a little extra work, yet in the long run it requires no more labor, for it saves at least one to two tedious weedings while the onions are small, besides producing earlier onions of more even size. Price: Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c; Yt lb., $2.00; lb., $6.50. MADRID ONION— THE WONDER ONION (The largest Yellow Onion in the world— originated in Spain) THE MADRID is a much larger onion than the Giant Gibraltar, and compared with the above, instead of being flat, it is more round. Its skin is yellow, has snowy white meat, of mild flavor, very crisp and tender. This onion can be used for the table at any time during its growing period after bulb has formed. One does not have to wait until this onion is matured before eating. To grow successfully raise your plants in hot bed or in a box in the house and transplant in the early spring to the field or rich ground. You will be surprised at the enormous onions you can grow. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; % lb., $1.10; Ys lb., $2.10; 1 lb., $4.00. THE GOLDEN ACRE is a new, superior variety of early, round- headed Cabbage, very closely resembling Copenhagen Market, but more fixed in type. It has qualities so valuable and important that, not since the advent of the "Jersey Wakefield” has a greater or more important Early Cabbage been offered. We believe it is the earliest Cabbage in existence. It matures in but 80 days from the date the seed is sown. The head begins to form when the leaves are no larger than a saucer and its growth may be observed almost from day to day. It is perfectly round and full grown, measures 9 to 12 inches in diameter. The heads mature all at the same time — so fixed is the type, and one head is just like the other. The plants can be set very close, as there are only about 12 leaves and these are very short. The stalk is less than two inches high, so that the plant is distinctly dwarf. Pkt., 15c; Yz oz., 65c; 1 oz., $1.00; % lb., $3.50; 1 lb„ $12.00. 7 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE HARTNER’S EXTRA EARLY PEARL SWEET CORN Gold Seal Quality THE EARLIEST SWEET CORN IN CULTIVATION There is no other vegetable that is awaited with so much eagerness as the first Sweet Corn, but the great disadvantage with our first roasting ears is, they are either of very small size or they are not of a sweet flavor HARTNER’S PEARL is an extremely early variety of corn that has been thoroughly acclimated to our climate and will continue to grow throughout the early cold spring days when other varieties usually become stunted. Several experiments on different soils the past season proved the Early Pearl to be from 5 to 10 days earlier than any other variety of early corn. Besides being ex- tremely early it produces good sized ears with 8 to 10 rows of exceptionally fine pearly Sweet Cora. It is superior to all other varieties of early corn for it with- stands light frost and can be planted early in the spring and will, from the day of germination, rush forward to meet the early demand for sweet green corn. It is a fine early corn for the garden and a money maker for the market gardeners. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; 2 oz., 10c; lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.35; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by freight or express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. CABBAGE— CAULIFLOWER— TURNIPS— RADISHES Make three to five applications at intervals of two weeks, using P.B.K., 1 lb. to 12 gals, water. The poison content will combat such insects as Cabbage Worm, Diamond-back Moth, Loo per, and Red Turnip Beetle. Evergreen Hollander Cabbage Golden Bantam is an excellent corn ; Stowell’s EVERGREEN is the best but GOLDEN EVERGREEN is a better corn than either. It is p. strain that has been developed from these two varieties. It possesses the sweetness of both varieties ; ears are larger and kernels deeper than the Golden Bantam. It is earlier than the Evergreen. If you want a good sweet, big yielding, large eared sweet corn that is early, plant GOLDEN EVERGREEN. Leading market gardeners of the East have endorsed the GOLDEN EVERGREEN as the best selling and most profitable yel- low corn to grow. Few years ago we placed a few samples among some corn growers near Denver, and they report very favorable, as to its eating and selling qual- ities, stating that it is not extra early but follows the extra early and should be termed as a “Second Early.” Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; 2 oz., 10c; lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25; 10 lbs., $2.00. PLANT NO OTHER ORIGINAL STRAIN Sold Only in Sealed Packages COLORADO’S MOST POPULAR LATE SHORT STEM CABBAGE BUY OTHER EVERGREEN HOL- LANDER CABBAGE — Is our own origina- tion and we control the strain. It can only be secured from us and then only in sealed packages bear- ing our Gold Seal trade mark. If you buy this seed from us and with proper care and attention, do not raise the finest crop of Hollander Cabbage you ever grew, we will refund your money. You can- not get the genuine strain except in Gold Seal packages. Our experience, as a shipper of cabbage and vegetables, is that our Evergreen Short Stem Holland- er Cabbage has no equal, and as we handle thousands of tons annually, our word may be relied upon. Evergreen lander^ excels in quality — the heads are uniform, solid, heavy and crisp. It will and outyield all other varieties under similar conditions. The instance has known where twenty tons per acre was secured from good, strong ground with proper attention and handling. It has wonderful keeping qualities, and conse- quently is much sought after by carlot shippers. The rich, green color of the heads is retained as long as they exist. We have seen Evergreen Hollander taken out of pits as late as March 5th and the heads were as green as when buried. Prices Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.50. Evergreen Hollander Hol- equal For other varieties of Cab- bage, see Pages 32, 33 and 34. GOLDEN EVERGREEN OR LARGE BANTAM SWEET CORN 8 WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Field Seeds FIELD OF SUDAN GRASS IN NORTHERN NEW MEXICO V - ; . ■ | T\ In many sections of the West the rain fall is so slight and ground moisture so little that it is impossible to grow crops of the standard grains and grasses, and the acquirement of forage in these regions is a problem. On this page and those immediately following you can learn of many crops that have proven successful and have made farming profitable in the arid regions. But do not think that their gainful urn ends with the dry land areas. They can be used to good advantage where moisture is available. And of course their production then Is much more prolific. Sudan Grass Sunflowers WESTERN DRY LAND SEEDS Sudan Grass is a grain Sorghum and is Non-Saccharine. How- ever the straw is very palatable and is eagerly consumed by all kinds of live stock. It is very nutritious and has proven to be a valuable feed for both milch cows and beef stock. Although this wonderful forage crop is an annual and lacks an ' underground root system, yet it can be pastured to good advantage and under favorable conditions two cuttings of hay may be obtained. It does not make permanent pasture. To make a more balanced ration and obtain a feed of higher protein content it has been found profitable to sow peas or soja beans with Sudan Grass in sections where the rainfall is not too scant. Sudan Grass makes the heaviest yields on rich,, loamy ground but has been grown successfully on every kind of soil fronj heavy clay to light sand. It is also looked upon with favor as a paying crop in districts where there is not a lack of moisture. Plant when all danger of frost is over and the ground is thoroughly warm as the plant requires warmth and is not suited to altitudes above 7000 feet. Sow ten to fifteen pounds per acre for hay and about five pounds for seed. Cut for hay as soon as the grass is fully headed, with binder or mower as preferred. If planted in drills the crop can be conveniently handled with a corn binder. Northern grown seed is usually free from Johnson Grass. Prices: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., $1.20; 25 lbs., $2.75; not pre- paid. For larger amounts see Blue List. Those who have grown Sunflowers in the arid regions, both for seed and silage, are very enthusiastic over the results obtained. Sunflower Silage is very palatable. Cattle and Sheep relish it, and stock will eat it as readily as they do corn silage. Sometimes in making the change from one to the other it takes a few days for stock to become accustomed to Sunflower Silage. Its feeding value is high. It has been found to produce as much milk and butterfat as corn. Sunflowers may be sown earlier than corn as light frost does not in- jure them after the plants are up. But on the other hand they grow so rapidly, they may be sown as late as July 1st to 15th and satis- factory silage obtained but would not mature seed when sown so late. They are often used to replant when corn has failed. On dry land Sunflowers have yielded from 3 to 8.5 tons of silage per acre and 37.6 tons per acre is one of the largest yields reported. Plant close in the drills four to five inches apart, rows thirty to forty- two inches apart and cultivate and handle similar to corn. Five to six pounds per acre is usual amount sown. Prices. 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.80; not prepaid. For prices on larger amounts, see Blue List. Feterita Feterita is a native of Africa and is a leading variety in part of the Sudan region and has been grown in this country since 1906. The heads are elongated and the seeds are bluish white and slightly larger than milo. The heads are always erect. Feterita appears to be able to withstand more drought than milo and sometimes produces a crop under conditions where milo failed. It is adapted to all purposes for which the kaffirs and milos are used, and is among the earliest of the non-sacchrine sorghums. This might prove very valuable as a catch crop afaer some earlier spring crop had failed. The grain is soft and is quite valuable for poultry feed and will sell at milo prices. It makes a heavy growth, stools heavily, as many as six to eight shoots come from a single root. For hay, plant 20 to 30 lbs. to the acre, 8 lbs. for seed. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Blue List. Dwarf Milo Maize This variety of maise is much more desirable than the standard variety. It grows three to four feet tall, depending on seasonal condi- tions, and can be harvested with a grain binder. It stools from the ground and shoots from the joint. The plant may be siloed or used as fodder. The grain or seed is larger than that of the standard variety. Milo Maize stalks contain practically no juice and are, therefore, not so palatable as many of the other grain sorghums, but the grain is very valuable for feeds, especially in prepared poultry feeds, and is very fattening for poultry or cattle. Sow about ten to fifteen days later than the average time for planting corn. For grain or seed, sow 5 to 6 lbs. to the acre and 20 to 30 lbs. for hay. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For larger amounts, see Blue List. 9 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN DRY LAND SEEDS MILLETS Millet is a wonderful forage and hay crop. It affords a quick, luxuriant growth of hay of good feeding value and requires no cultivation. They grow rank and tend to check weeds, and can be used in this way to good advantage in irrigated districts to clean up weedy fields. On account of the compact character of millet and the large amount of seed, a given bulk of millet hay will go farther than an equal amount of ordinary hay. Millets may be fed green or cured. The value of millets for late planting and emergency crops after others fail should not be overlooked. They can be planted late in July and still make considerable forage. Sow about thirty pounds to the acre. Big German Millet On the left is an actual photograph, taken in the field, I of Big German Millet — not Liberty nor Golden Millet—, but True Big German. The seed we offer of this variety, is true to type. Note the extremely long heads crowded; full with myriad seeds. See the small stems, luscious and ! highly palatable, clustered thick with fine narrow leaves j that all live stock relish. Without a doubt this is the; leading millet for hay and forage, for general feeding, i for milk production. Be sure to get the genuine Big Get- ’ man Seed. This seed is higher in price than other millets j but it more than makes up for that in increased production, j Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.25; not prepaid. For quantity prices, see Blue List. Siberian or Red Russian Millet I This is a very fine variety, originally imported from Russia. It is earlier than German, is extremely hardy and j withstands drought wonderfully. It produces big and the forage is quite palatable. Cattle like the hay and many feeders claim that Siberian Millet is not so apt to cause abortion as other millets. The seed is borne plentifully and is readily purchased for poultry feeds. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For | quantity prices, see Blue List. Hog or Manitoba Millet White Wonder Millet Two very striking features of White Wonder Millet are its ex- treme earliness and the size of the heads, which are from eight to eighteen inches long. The foliage is heavy, the leaves broad and it is a very heavy producer, but the fodder cures readily. White Wonder Millet crowds Siberian for first place in earliness and Big German for first place in productiveness, and has already taken the place of Common or Golden Millet. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For quan- tity prices, see Blue List. Common Millet Sometimes grown where early hay is desired ; light yielder. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For quantity prices, see Blue List. Golden Millet Do not confuse this with the Big German variety. It is not to be compared with it — does not grow so large and is not so productive. Heads are short. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For quantity prices, see Blue List. This is the Proso Millet or Common Millet of the Old World, where it has been, 'jsince prehistoric times, an important grain crop for human food. In addition to the names Proso and Proso Millet, this crop is ; often called Hog Millet because of its frequent use as hog feed; Broom j Corn Millet because of the head or panicle which somewhat resembles j Broom Corn ; and also Early Fortune, Manitoba and Dakota Millet. j! Hog Millet seed has a slightly higher feeding value than oats and } is eaten readily by all kinds of live stock and greatly relished by j poultry. It is not as desirable for hay or forage as German or Siberian Millet and when desired for that purpose should be cut early. J There is a good demand for the grain for feeding purposes. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not postpaid. For quality prices, see Blue List. Japanese or Barnyard Millet This variety is often called Million Dollar Grass, but this high sounding title does not reduce its qualities. It is the largest growing millet and is highly recommended for feeding dairy cattle. It does best on moist, rich lowlands and does not withstand drought well. Grows from six to nine feet tall. It makes good hay and is relished by all kinds of stock. Prices. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.00; not prepaid. For quantity prices, see Blue List. 10 Lv0 WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Sorghums WESTERN DRY LAND SEEDS SWEET SORGHUMS The Sweet Sorghums, or Cane, are distinguished from Grain Sor- hums by the sweet juices contained in their stems and by their jrage producing habits. All varieties are generally grown for mak- ig hay or forage and often for filling silos. Black Amber Cane This variety furnishes a large yield of nutritious foliage and has een the standard variety for many years. If intended for hay, the jed should be sown thickly ; if broadcast, about one bushel per acre, nd if in drills, about 30 pounds of seed will be required. This will lake good, fine hay. Cut when seed is in the dough. When grown s a crop for seed, sow in drills three feet apart, using from three > five pounds of seed per acre. Cultivate as for corn. The seed as a ready market value and brings remunerative prices. In sections ffected by hot, dry seasons, it is one of the safest and most profitable cops that can be grown, either for forage or for seed. Prices: 1 lb., 10c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not postpaid. For irger amounts, see Blue List. Red Amber Cane This variety is similar to Black Amber, but is more leafy and is imewhat earlier. This makes it more satisfactory for a catch crop fter other crops have failed. It is claimed that Red Amber makes lore fodder than the Black Amber variety. Prices: 1 lb., 10c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not postpaid. For irger amounts, see Blue List. Red Top or Sumac Cane This variety is very popular in the South and Southwest. The ;eds are unlike other varieties of canes, as they shell off clean, more ke the grain sorghums, and are more desirable for feeding. The lants are very leafy and sweet. It makes the most fodder and forage E any of the sorghums, and when better known by our Colorado irmers will be more highly appreciated. .Prices: 1 lb., 10c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not postpaid. For irger amounts, see Blue List. Early Orange Sorghum This variety is fact gaining favor, especially where fodder is desired. ; produces more fodder than Early Amber. Prices: 1 lb., 10c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not postpaid. For irger amounts, see Blue List. Texas Seeded Ribbon Cane The plant grows 10 to 12 feet tall and yields an abundance of iscious fodder, that is a very economical feed on account of its high igar content. Many stockmen in irrigated sections sow Texas Seeded ibbon Cane for feeding purposes. It makes syrup of a bright amber )lor and fine flavor, and for syrup making should be cut just before le heads ripen. Prices:.. 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 70c; 10 lbs., $1.00; not postpaid. See lue List for prices on larger amounts. Sugar Drip Sorghum There is no cane that surpasses Sugar Drip in yield of forage nor Mount of syrup. A good farm mill will extract 65 per cent of the eight of the cane in syrup. But although it is a sugar cane it xould not be overlooked as a forage plant. Prices:.. 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 70c; 10 lbs., $1.00; not postpaid. See lue List for prices on larger amounts. GRAIN SORGHUMS The Grain, or Non-Saccharine Sorghums, usually range in height from three to six feet and are more drought resisting than the sweet sorghums. They will grow on any land suitable for corn. Most of the varieties have dry, pithy stalks and short, narrow leaves. Others have broad leaves and juicy stalks, but the juice is usually slightly acid. All varieties in this class have large seed heads and the heads and kernels vary in size, shape and color. Sow 3 to 6 pounds per acre in drills and 10 to 20 pounds per acre broadcast. Kaffir Corn Group WHITE KAFFIR CORN— Grows 3% to 5 feet tall in the dry land areas and is the earliest of all Kaffir1 varieties. The heads are slender and the glumes and seeds are white. The grain makes good poultry feed, BLACKHULL WHITE KAFFIR CORN— Usually grows 5 to 6 feet tall in dry land areas. The leaves are 12 to 16 or more in number, 2 to 3 feet long and 3 to 5 inches wide. Heads are heavy and com- pact, 10 to 14 inches long, with black glumes or hulls and white seeds. Stalks are stout and contain slightly acid juice. Matures in 115 to 140 days. The grain makes good poultry feed. RED KAFFIR CORN — This is very similar in its habits and re- quirements to the Blackhull variety. The leaves are narrower and the heads are longer and more slender than those of the Blackhull. The glumes are dark red to black and the seeds red. The grain is very desirable for feeding purposes. PINK KAFFIR CORN — The origin of this variety is unknown but more than likely it is a natural cross between White and Red Kaffir. It is fairly early and resembles White Kaffir in manner of growth. The heads are much like those of Red Kaffir in length and shape. The glumes are gray and the seeds a pale red or pink. SHROCK KAFFIR CORN — Grows about four feet tall. The stalks are sweet and palatable. Horses prefer it to Sudan or cane and cattle eat it down to the roots. A very desirable crop for dry land. Prices on all above varieties: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. Larger quantities, see Blue List. Milo Group DWARF MILO MAISE — See description on page 9. WHITE MILO MAIZE — This variety has white seeds as the name indicates. Does not yield as well as yellow maize and has no advan- tage over Dwarf Yellow Milo. FETERITA — See description on page 9. Prices on all above varieties: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; not prepaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Blue List. Broom Com Group The Broom Corns are distinguished by their dry, pithy stalks and by their long, loose, open heads called brush. The heads, which are the important part of the crop, are used in making brooms and brushes. Plant about June 1st in rows 3 y2 feet apart using about 8 lbs. of seed per acre. OKLAHOMA DWARF — Grows about five feet high and is earlier than any other variety. Succeeds well on dry land and produces a large yield of fine brush. IMPROVED EVERGREEN — This variety produces a fine quality of straight green brush. Prices on all above varieties: ..I lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 65c; 10 lbs., $1.25; not prepaid. Larger quantities, see Blue List. 11 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN ALFALFA SEED Alfalfa has done more to increase farm values in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming than all other crops combined. It will grow in anj state of the Union, and is a valuable and profitable forage producing crop. Alfalfa succeeds well in almost every situation, but the richer the soil, the better. After once a stand is obtained, it is very easily grown In the West it is the main crop for hay, averaging three to five crops each season, which .when fed to dairy cows, produces a fine flow off milk. Is equally good for sheep, and other stock. When it is ground into meal, it can be fed to hogs and chickens with favorable results! It is often sown with orchard grass and the mixture produces fine hay. Northern Grown Alfalfa Seed Turkestan Alfalfa A gTeat many planters lose their fields of alfalfa on account of Winter-killing. This is usually due to the fact that they have planted Southern grown Seed, which was produced from plants that never have withstood real cold weather. High Altitude Alfalfa This is a special strain of mountain grown seed produced in our high mountain valleys where alfalfa is put through the severest test of winter and the coldest weather. Most of the other varieties will winter kill, but this grade usually survives and produces good yields of hay during the summer. The seed is usually very pure and of strong germination. This assures you a good stand the first year. As there is never a large quantity of seed grown in the mountains our supply is always short. We highly recommend this seed. Dry Laud Alfalfa, Colorado Grown At the time this catalog goes to press it is uncertain as to whethei or not we will be able to supply any True Imported Turkestan AlfaJfn: Seed this year. There seems to be a scarcity of foreign seed, causing j a high market. On top of this there is an import duty of $4.00 pen hundred pounds. Imported Turkestan Alfalfa will come high, i available. It would be more economical to plant Grimm’s Alfalfa oi a variety similar to Turkestan that we are getting from Idaho. Thi: seed is grown in a very high, cold and windy, sub-irrigated locality where the thermometer goes down to 25, 35 or 40 degrees below ser< in the winter and runs over 100 above in the middle of the summer These conditions are just as rigorous as those that exist in Turkestan but the seed does not contain the pernicious White Weed or perennial Pepper Grass that has caused^ so much trouble in the San Luis Valle; j and which was introduced there by Imported Turkestan. The localit; in which this seed is grown is sub-irrigated. The price on this see< will be the same as on other domestic Alfalfa. Of course, we ar unable to state what, if any, price we will have on Importe- Turkestan. :'s| Dry Land Alfalfa Seed is seed which has been produced from plants cultivated on arid lands without irrigation with a limited amount of rainfall. This seed has more or less drought resisting ability. The increase in our yearly sales on Dry Land Alfalfa stands as a convincing proof that this variety of seed is giving the desired re- sults. Explanation of Grades In addition to being able to supply alfalfa seed adapted to climatic and geographic conditions we can also furnish same in different grades. GRADE NO. 1 — or Gold Seal, is selected and graded for perfect seed of perfect color and is of high purity and good germination. This is really the best and cheapest grade to plant. GRADE NO. 2 — or Fancy, is a fancy looking grade but contains brown seeds that ripened early and acquired a brown appearance before the balance of the seeds matured. The purity and germination is good and good stands will be obtained. GRADE NO. 3 — or Choice. This is a grade of seed that cannot be worked up into either of the higher grades. It contains more inert matter and foreign seeds, and as a consequence must be sold at lower price. However, a larger quantity of seed per acre is required. GRADE NO. 4 — Special. In cleaning alfalfa seed there is always an accumulation of light seeds and inert matter that contains con- siderable good seed that cannot be extracted. With a slight increase over the usual quantities sown, this grade of seed will produce good stands. It can be bought at a reasonable price, but as the stocks vary and are constantly changing, we prefer to send samples and prices. Prices : 1 lb. 5 lbs. 10 lbs. Grade No. 1, Gold Seal _$0.35 $1.50 $2.75 Grade No. 2, Fancy __ .30 1.25 2.25 Grade No. 3, Choice .25 1.00 1.85 Grade No. 4 — Write for prices and samples. Certified Grimm Alfalfa ■ A wonderful strain of extremely hardy alfalfa that has never beeii known to winter kill. When the seed sprouts and starts forming th plant, it shoots the main root straight down for many feet, at th same ~ time small tap roots or branches from the main root star shooting out just below the surface of the ground, forming a networ'5 around the parent plant. These small roots form the little shootl that break through the earth making new crowns or plants. Thes 1 new plants multiply the same as the parent bush. One can readil see the value of this wonderful strain of alfalfa, for in a short tim it has -formed an almost solid sod of plants. The hay produced is o the finest quality, being of thin stems and very leafy. It is very irr portant that you secure your seed from a reliable firm who know the origin of the seed stock. We will furnish with each lot of Grimr< Alfalfa seed a pedigree or certificate. ]3|i Prices, not prepaid: 1 lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.75; 10 lbs., $5.00; 25 lbs $12.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List or write for Special pricei NON-CERTIFIED SEED — This seed is of Grimm origin, but th pedigree has not been kept up and we are unable to furnish a regula certificate but can furnish grower’s affidavit. Prices; 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs $2.25; 10 lbs., $4.00; 25 lbs., $8.50. For larger amounts, see Blue Lis or write for Special prices. As this catalog is issued once a year and is printed before markets are established and size of crops known, it is impossible to quote firm prices on alfalfa seed for the season. Markets are changing and stocks are changing constantly and it is al- ways best to write for quotations on stated amounts and iden- tical samples. 12 Clovers jrflE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. WESTERN CLOVER SEEDS Clovers, being leguminous crops, are soil builders and are very Useful for the farm or ranch. They are used for mixtures of hay and iasture as well as sown alone. The different kinds grown in the West are fully described below. The best variety for your land can be eadily chosen from these descriptions. We are offering only one grade in each variety and that is the best and purest obtainable. White Blossom Sweet Clover Melilotus Alba or White Blossom Sweet Clover, or Bokhara Clover, s it is also called, is a hardy biennial plant, erect and branching in rowth. It starts up very early in the spring and in its second year t reaches a height of from 5 to 12 feet. It seems to grow in all climates and with little regard to the haracter of the soil. It is found growing in gravel pits, heavy clay 'oils and sometimes in almost pure sand. And when planted in ground ontaining alkali, for one or two seasons, it leaves the soil fertile. W is it particular as to moisture. It stands more dry weather than ilfalfa. It sends its roots to a great depth. It is a legume like Red Clover md Cow Peas, and, like these plants, has the faculty of extracting litrogen from the air and storing it up in the roots, thus fertilizing he soil for the use of succeeding crops. It is a valuable forage crop ; while some animals refuse it at first lecause of its peculiar taste and odor, they soon learn to like it and hrive on it. In food value it does not differ greatly from alfalfa, ifer hay it should be cut early and is handled in much the same vay as alfalfa. A second cutting can usually be secured 40 to 60 days ater, if not pastured. It is also used to some extent as an ensilage ;rop, put into the silo and fed successfully in this way. ; After the corn has been laid by scatter sweet clover between the •ows, covering it light with a drag such as the branch of a tree or i small bush. If conditions are right, the increased yield of corn, ;he fall pasturage from the clover, the green manure to be plowed inder in the spring as food for the succeeding crop, will make the ilanting well worth while. Try it and you will be a sweet clover fan. PRICES: Hulled— 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. Scarfied— l lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25; 10 lbs., $2.00; not postpaid. If wanted by parcel post add postage. For prices in larger quantities, see Blue Cist. . Yellow Blosom Sweet Clover Medium Red Clover Red Clover (Trifolium Pra tense) can be seeded any time from April to October, at the rate of 15 pounds to the acre, and makes a fine early spring pasture. Red Clover is a legume and is therefore a fine soil builder. The hay is fine for all kinds of stock. It can be planted with numerous grasses when hay or pasture is desired, for hay produced from Red Clover is very nutritious and fattening. The seed we are offering is very pure and free from all injurious weed seed. N PRICES: 1 lb., 60c; 10 lbs., $5.50. For larger amounts, see Blue List, or write for Special Delivered prices. If wanted by Parcel Post, add regular postage. ! Melilotus Officinalis or Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover is similar to ;haWhite Blossom, and will grow on almost any kind of soil. It is More spreading in habit and does not grow as tall and large as the White Blossom, and for that reason makes a finer and more tender lay. Cattle prefer it to any other Sweet Clover. It is ten days Earlier than White Blossom and on that account is given preference :or planting in high altitudes, and is highly recommended for pas- ses and used in pasture mixtures. See Morton’s Pasture Mixture, Page 13. Do not confuse this biennial variety with Annual Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover. PRICES: Hulled— 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. Scarfied— l lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25; 10 lbs., $2.00; not postpaid. If wanted by jarcel post add postage. For prices in larger quantities, see Blue List. Hubam Sweet Clover Mammoth Red Clover Especially adapted for poor ground and will produce more hay or forage than any clover in the same length of time, but only affords one cutting. It is used mostly for strengthening up run down farms, being of a very heavy foliage and a very rank grower. 8 to 10 pounds of seed to the acre will give an excellent stand. This is also a pasture clover and is especially valuable on light, sandy soil, supplying excellent grazing for stock. It also makes good hay if cut when young, but if left too long without cutting the stems become thick and woody. Mammoth Red Clover is very valuable for fertilizing purposes, for it restores fertility to depleted soils. The foliage, flower and stem are darker in color than Medium Red Clover. For pasture this clover is hard to beat, being a vigorous grower. Hubam Clover is an annual plant with a white blossom and was irst discovered in 1916, and has now demonstrated that it will do [n one year what other clovers do in two. It is a wonderful fertilizer, adding nitrogen and humus to the soil and making a splen- lid summer and fall pasture. It is a rich hay crop and a wonderful loney producing plant. It grows 3 to 7 feet high in 4 to 7 months ifter planting and seems to thrive well in every state. Sow 12 oounds per acre broadcast or 3 pounds in cultivated rows in the jipring. Our seed is Colorado grown. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs.. $1.90; 10 lbs., $3.50; not postpaid.. Write for prices on larger quantities. White Dutch Clover for Lawns SEE PAGE 16 INOCULATE CLOVER SEED NlTRAGlN All Clovers are soil builders. They take in Nitrogen from the air and store it in the roots, thus fertilizing the soil for other plant growth. The clovers will make more rapid and surer growth if treated or inoculated with Nitrogen before planting. For prices on this inoculation, see Plage 95. PRICES: 1 lb., 60c; 10 lbs., $5.50. For larger amounts, see Blue List, or write for Special Delivered priceis. If wanted by Parcel Post, add regular postage. Alsyke Clover (Trifolium Hybridum) This is undoubtedly the best high altitude clover for hay and is planted extensively throughout the Rocky Mountain regions where alfalfa often winter kills. Although it is not a very heavy yielder, it bears a very thick growth of leaves and blossoms on thin stems, mak- ing it a valuable forage crop. Alsyke when grown alone will make a fair stand the first year, but the second and succeeding years the best results are obtained. A good many of our stockmen who raise hay for winter feeding have made it a practice to plant timothy with the alsyke and in doing so they reap the finest and most nutritious hay ever fed in the Rockies. The seed we offer is of the hardy variety. It was grown in the high altitudes of our mountains where the seasons are short. This makes it pure because the foul seeds that you so often find mixed with the alsyke cannot grow in these altitudes. One ton of alsyke contains more protein than one ton of alfalfa. PRICES: 1 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., $4.50; 25 lbs., $11.25. If wanted by Parcel Post, add regular postage. For larger amounts, see Blue List, or write for Special Delivered prices. BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN GRASSES FOR PASTURE AND HAY Brome Grass Bromus Inermus, or Hungarian Brome Grass — Stands excessive drought and extreme cold weather without injury. It is a vigorous, hardy perennial with strong creeping root stalks ; smooth, upright, leafy stems, one to four feet high, and loose, open seed heads, four to eight inches long. In a few years it forms very tough sod soon crowding out other grasses, clovers and weeds. Its remarkable drought- resisting qualities have proved it to be the most valuable grass for dry regions where other grasses would hardly exist. It is thoroughly permanent and grows with wonderful rapidity, producing heavy crops and luxuriant pasture. Its value to the farmers of dry regions cannot be over-estimated. All kinds of stock eat it with relish and chemical analysis shows that it is richer in flesh-forming ingredients than Timothy. It starts to grow very early in the spring, before any of the grasses upon native prairies show any signs of life, and remains green far into December. Our seed is northern grown and should not winter kill in Colorado. Without doubt it is the grass for dry regions of the west ; also flourishes on wet lands. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00; 25 lbs., $7.00. Per hundred lbs. or more, see Blue List. Meadow Fescue or English Blue Grass Festuca Pratensis — One of the grasses most used in permanent or temporary meadows for mowing or for pasture. It succeeds best in cold, moist, >ight soils, in well-drained meadows and in low valleys rich in organic matter. It should not be grown at all on warm dry land. It does not reach its full development till the second or third year. After being mown, it grows again very quickly. The forage, either green or dried is very nourishing and much relished by cattle, especially when cut young. It will produce a green lawn where Kentucky Blue Grass would fail, and many prefer it to any other grass for this purpose, but it should be sown very thick, 2 lbs. to 100 square feet will make fine turf. Meadow Fescue is also known as Festuca Elatior, Herbi Prateii, or Tasmanian Blue Grass. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00; 25 lbs., $7.00. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Timothy (Phleum Pratense) The most popular of all grasses that are used for hay purposes. It requires less in time and expense to secure a crop of Timothy than almost anything else you can plant. It is easy to sow ; does not require much seed per acre ; starts growing quickly ; easy to harvest, j and above everything else, it is easy to sell Timothy hay. Timothy is not a dry land grain but will do fairly good on any soil that can be irrigated, or that is naturally damp. And when planted on clay or heavy soil an extra heavy yield may be expected. . Timothy hay has a high feeding value when it is cut early while still in bloom, or shortly afterward. The average yield of Timothy Is i two or three tons per acre. Only ten pounds of Gold Seal Timothy is required to plant an acre. Not prepaid, purchaser paying freight or express. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 95c; 10 lbs., $1.80; 25 lbs., $4.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Red Top (Agrostis Alba) A valuable grass for moist soils and low land. It is a good per-j manent grass standing our climate as well as any other, and conse-l quently well suited for pastures, in which is should be fed close, for if] allowed to grow up to seed the cattle refuse it. On rich, moist soil It! will grow 2 feet and on poor soil about half that height. Red Top Grass grows rapidly and often thrives where Kentucky Blue Grass fails, so it is used straight for lawns and in lawn grass mixtures. Not prepaid, purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.25; 10 lbs. $4.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Orchard Grass (Dactylis Glomerata) (COCKSFOOT) Orchard Grass is a valuable grass for pasture or hay land on a count of its earliness. It is very well adapted for permanent pastur When grown for hay, more than one crop can be obtained in oi season, but when only one crop is cut the undergrowth is very hea^ and gives splendid and rich pasture until late in the fall. It wi stand drotight and is hardy. It grows in tufts, and is therefore be sown with Red Clover or Alfalfa. It is well suited for shady place such as orchards and groves. Grows in all kinds of land, but doi best on deep, rich, sandy loam or clay soils. Not prepaid, purchas< paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regulj postage. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00; 25 lbs., $6.0 Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. 14 BETTER PASTURES— BETTER STOCK Alsyke Clover and Timothy Mixed In cleaning Timothy for seed there is always a certain amount of mixed Clover and Timothy that is taken from the Timothy, as it is impossible to separate the two by machinery. So we are offering you a mixed seed, consist- ing of about 25 per cent of Alsyke Clover and about 75 per cent of Fancy Timothy seed. To those who are going to plant Timothy and Clover together, money can be saved by buying this seed, for it is much cheaper already mixed. An excellent stand can be secured by planting 12 to 15 pounds of this mixture. Alsyke and Timothy hay is much richer in feeding value than Timothy alone, for Alsyke is one of the best Clovers for' hay, being finer and more leafy than other sorts. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25; 10 lbs., $2.25; 25 lbs., $5.00. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. On large amounts ask for samples and special prices. Mountain Meadow Mixture Will do good in high altitudes, making a ‘heavy, thick sod that withstands the severe colds. Can be sown in the fall or spring, using about 25 pounds to the acre. On ac- count of its rapid growth satisfaction is attained the first year. An excellent sort for mountain meadows and high lands. If allowed to grow, it will produce a fine crop of clean, nutritious, well-proportioned hay, which may be cut and cured for winter use and the field can be pastured without injury to the next year’s crop. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.25; 25 lbs., $7.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Morton’s Pasture Mixture The Colorado Agricultural College recommends the following ratio for a well-balanced permanent pasture mixture and gives these quan- tities as the proper amounts to sow per acre: WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Pasture Grasses Western Grasses for Pasture and Hay Western Wheat Grass This is the valuable plant that grows wild over our Western country and thrives well in Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico and North Dako- ta. It is the famous bunch grass of the Canadian Northwest ; it is one of the best and is the surest hay grass for these sections. It produces large quantities of hay and makes excellent permanent pasture. It, like the wild buffalo grass, is the natural grass of the West and particularly adapted to our prairie soils. It also does well land impregnated with alkali. It withstands drought and the cold f winters. As a mixture it does fine with Brome Grass. Fifteen pounds of seed is usually sown to the acre, and if planted with Brome, TVz pounds to the acre. The seed being quite heavy, may be sown with any ordinary grain seeder. Plant 1 to 3 inches deep. Prices: 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. Tall Meadow Oat Grass (Avena Elatior) The earliest of all grasses, either for pasture or hay growing, especially adapted to our western country, being one of the first I'- grasses to show in the spring time. It is very popular for its rapidity in growth, oftentimes reaching the height of 4 feet by June, and under fair conditions should furnish a second and sometimes a third cutting of good hay. When using for hay it should be cut during r the blooming period. Is often planted with alfalfa and other clovers, which mixture makes excellent hay. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.75; 10 lbs., $5.00 ; 25 lbs., $12.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Pounds Orchard Grass 15 Brome Grass . 15 Meadow Fescue 10 Timothy 6 Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover 4 Total, per acre 50 These seeds should not be mixed before sowing. Sow the Grass seeds separately from the Timothy and Clover. The better the quality of the seeds used in the mixture the better the stan obtained. If cattle are eating quietly instead of hunting for feed, their gain will be quicker with more profit. Good pastures will also turn dairying into a profitable business. Arrange to have better pastures and better stock. See prices on these seeds under each variety in the catalog and on our Blue List. Johnson Grass It does magnificently in the North, and sometimes makes 4 tons of good hay per acre. In some states, it is considered a pest as it is hard to keep it in bounds and to eradicate it when once established. It should be cut before the seed tops emerge from the sheaths to keep it from spreading the seed. The feeding value of the hay. is then considered by many better than Timothy. The roots of Johnson Grass are easily killed by cold weather, and exposure of the roots, and late fall or winter plowing will effectually eradicate it whenever freezing cold weather occurs. Prices: 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75; not postpaid. For larger amounts, see Blue List. 15 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN LAWN SEEDS How to Make a Lawn If a lawn is to be established about a new dwelling and such land is covered by clay from excavations and by refuse from build- ing operations, it will be necessary to re- move a portion of this sterile soil and replace it with good, fine, loamy soil to a depth of at least a foot. Work into this soil a liberal quantity of pulverized sheep manure, about 100 pounds, to 1,000 square feet. This ferti- lizer is as fine as the soil and it supplies nitrogen ; the food necessary for a quick, sturdy growth of grass. It is better to use pulverized manure as it can be easily incor- porated in the soil, and the plant food it con- tains is quickly available, but there are other fertilizers that may be used. The seed will germinate quicker if sub- surface moisture has been established by thor- oughly wetting the soil at intervals of a few days before the seeding. After this has been done and the ground leveled off even with the walks, rerake the surface, making it finely pulverized, then roll or tamp the ground and sow the seed, using one pound to 100 square feet. Select good Kentucky Blue Grass. It makes a nice, velvety lawn. But some people prefer a sprinkling of White Clover. This is a very fine seed and one pound of White Clover to four pounds of Blue Grass is a suitable ratio. In shady places and north exposures, Kentucky Blue Grass does not do so well and hardier grass may be required. After spreading the seed as uniformly as possible rake it in lightly, but see that the seeds are all covered. Then firm the soil. This is best accomplished by rolling. If no roller is available, tamp the soil with a heavy wide board. It is now a good idea to spread a mulch of pulverized sheep manure, or other fine manure, over the surface of the newly-made lawn. This helps to retain the moisture and prevents the soil from crusting after irrigation. The young Blue Grass plant is not strong enough to break a heavy crust. e This is the cause of many failures to secure a stand of grass. Commence watering as soon as the seed is sown. It is best to wet the soil thoroughly at intervals of a few days, rather than to sprinkle lightly every day. Watering in the evening after the heat of the day is past is most efficient. Use a very fine spray. A mist is best, and by all means, do not use a heavy stream, or else the seed will be washed out. Seeding may be done early in the spring, early enough to permit the plants to establish some root growth before real hot weather com- mences. Successful planting can be made in August and September. To secure a soft, even, elastic surface, a lawn should be frequently mowed, but it should not be cut very close at first as this will expose the roots to the sun. It is best to cease mowing in the fall before the winter’s cold sets in so that the roots may be protected by a moderate growth of foliage. Lawns will naturally run out and need to be replenished. Each spring, rake in some new seed. A thick turf makes a finer looking lawn and it is harder for weed seeds to get a start when there are no open spaces between the tufts of grass. They do not have as good a chance to take root. Lawns should be rolled as soon as frost is out of the ground. If you haven’t a roller, why mot club with your neighbors to secure a community roller. It develops the turf, makes it compact and develops a sod of the velvety texture every one seeks, but so few attain. FERTI LIZING Every lawn needs an annual dressing of fertilizer. Bone Meal and Pulverized Sheep Manure are put up in convenient form to handle. They are excellent substitutes for stable manure, do not add a crop of weed seeds to the lawn, and are not unsightly and obnoxious. Some kind of plant food should be applied early every season so that the spring snows and spring rains will carry the fertilizing elements down to the grass roots, where they will do the most good. Kentucky Blue Grass Makes by far the most beautiful lawn. It is often planted in con- junction with White Clover. If sown by itself for a meadow or pas- ture, sow about 28 pounds to the acre. When planted for lawn, about 150 pounds to the acre, or one pound to every 100 square feet. This makes the best, sweetest and most nutritious pasture for all stock. It is the first to start up in the Spring and remains green until snow flies in the Fall. It is very hardy and is uninjured by cold, hot sun or tramping of hoofs. The roots are so thick and stout that they form a tough sod. It is often sown in a mixture with other grasses. It will do well xm almost any land. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.75; 25 lbs., $12.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. White Clover (Trifolium Repens) A small, close growing, useful clover of unusual dwarf habit, used extensively in the making of lawns. In fact, no lawn seems just right unless it has a sprinkling of this little white-blossomed clover mixed through it. It is a rapid grower of spreading habits, and can be cut very close to the ground without injury to the plant, which, after cutting, will come back and start making another growth at once. When used in a mixture for lawns, use two parts of White Clover to ten parts of Kentucky Blue Grass. For pastures use 10 to 12 pounds of White Clover mixed with 20 to 25 pounds of grass seed to the acre. This will give an excellent stand that will form a heavy sod that is almost impossible to stamp out. Not prepaid. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 70c; 5 lbs., $3.25; 10 lbs., $6.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List. English or Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Perenne) Rye Grass, like Kentucky Blue Grass, forms a dense, even sod, and grows so qucikly that by its use a fine lawn may be had in six weeks from sowing. It makes a quicker, leafier growth than any other grass, succeeds in the shade as well as in the sun, and may be sown with good results in orchards or woodland pastures. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.40; 10 lbs., $2.70; 25 lbs., $6.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Canada Blue Grass Somewhat resembles Kentucky Blue Grass, but does not grow so tall. It is grown very extensively in Canada and is especially adapted to our Western country. It will stand more drought and is more hardy than Kentucky Blue Grass ; thrives on most all kinds of soils. As it is a native Canadian grass, it stands the cold, severe winter. It makes excellent lawns and pastures, but when planted for pasture is usually sown with other grass seed. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 55c; 5 lbs., $2.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Emerald Lawn Mixture An unrivaled mixture of the purest and cleanest seed. It contains only the highest grade of grasses suitable for the purpose of making a beautiful, durable and lasting lawn. Our Emerald Lawn Grass germinates quickly, roots deeply, withstands the extreme heat of the summer and the severe cold of the winter ; making a beautiful, rich, green lawn that Jast for years. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.25; 10 lbs., $3.75; 25 lbs., $8.75. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. 16 Wheat EgE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. WESTERN SEED WHEAT A COLORADO WHEAT FIELD Marquis Wheat Macaroni or Durum Wheat Is a very early, beardless, hard, red, spring wheat, very productive. It has higher milling and baking qualities than most of the varieties of spring wheat known today, and will almost always grade No. 1. Besides being about 10 days earlier than most spring wheats it generally outyields them and has been known to produce 45 to 60 bushels per acre. As it is short, stiff strawed, it is not likely to lodge and stands up well under irrigated conditions in Colorado. The grain is plump and of a dark red appearance. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. Get special prices on large amounts. Kitchener Wheat Kitchner wheat is a new type of spring wheat that originated in 1911 in Saskatchewan, Canada, from a single plant selection from Marquis. It is an absolutely new and distinct variety. Large, plump berries are carried on multitudes of uniform stems of exceptional length and strength. This carries the head and straw very erect and prevents the wheat from leaning over. The wheat is very vigorous and ripens about the same time as Marquis, but the grains are larger, fuller and plumper. It is easy to thresh. It has given good results in districts of light rainfall and has suffered less damage from hail than other varieties. In Saskatchewan yields of 63 and 80 bushels per acre have been recorded. In normal seasons it is a sure indication that the crop is ready to be cut when it shows a purple band of color below the head and an- other near the ground, altho the head and the rest of the straw show some green. Sow 20 to 30 pounds on dry land and 70 to 75 pounds on irrigated land. Prices; Per lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c. Not prepaid. For larger quantities, see Blue List. Defiance Wheat The old 6tndard variety of Spring Wheat planted extensively in the Middle West as the main crop wheat. The Defiance is a perfect wheat with extraordinary heavy yielding qualities. The kernel is plump, and if harvested before being allowed to over-ripen, it never shells out of the hull. The stalk is medium in height and makes excellent straw. It is not termed as a dry-land wheat, but oftentimes good yields are reported from dry lands. Defiance is considered one of the best milling varieties grown. It is beardless. Not prepaid: purchaser paying express^ or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue Lsit. This wheat grows very strong and with surprising rap- idity, so rapidly as to get ahead of the weeds, and not only are the growing qualities in its favor but it is also a heavy yielder. Macaroni Wheat produces as good a yield of grain to the acre as most any other variety. It does not shell or bleach and is hail proof to a certain extent, owing to the tightness of the hull. It is not a milling wheat, but is grown only where other varieties do not mature or thrive, or when feed is wanted. The straw makes excellent fodder, and this wheat very seldom fails to produce grain even on our dry lands where it has won the favor of the dry farmers as a sure wheat crop. It has a very hard kernel and is known as a glue wheat, and is bearded. # • Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. Turkey Red Winter Wheat A standard red bearded wheat with very strong straw. It is early, ripening before rust and insects appear. Average yield is 30 to 40 bushels to the acre. The kernels are large, red and hard, and it is in good demand by millers and most always grades No. 1. Prices will be supplied upon request throughout the summer. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. Kanred Winter Wheat Kanred Wheat is the product of a single head of wheat selected in 1906 from a hard winter variety that had been introduced from Russsia by the United States Department of Agriculture. An early maturing wheat generally makes a bigger yield, as it escapes the hot winds and drouth, occasional rust, and is generally harvested before the season for hail. On the whole, it can be said that as far as known, Kanred always ripens earlier than Turkey Red. Careful experiments by Agricultural Experiment Stations show that Kanred is markedly resistant to rust, that it is immune to certain kinds of black stem rust and has been injured much less than other varieties when orange leaf rust was prevalent. Other experiments have shown that the average production of Kanred has been 4.5 bushels per acre more than Turkey Red. It is bearded. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. For larger amounts get our special delivered prices. TO PREVENT SMUT, treat seed wheat with Formalde- hyde or Blue Vitriol before planting. For prices on For- maldehyde or Blue Vitriol, 6ee Page 94. BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN SEED OATS BLISS SIDE OATS The original stock of White Russian Oats was a capital oat and sprung immediately into great favor, but we have to offer a higher strain of Side Oats, and any one anticipating the planting of oats should not overlook ordering at least a few hundred pounds of this variety. The following description is by Mr. Bliss, the originator: “The White Russian Side Oat is an old favorite with the Western farmers on account of its fine appearance, strong straw and uniformly good yields, as well as for the digestibility and food value. The per- centage of meat to total weight is 72 per cent, which is about as large a percentage as any oat grown. The thin hull makes it more digestible than some of the thicker hulled oats. The heads contain from 90 to 150 grains and have, under favorable conditions, grown to a length of two feet. It is a late variety, maturing, however, at an altitude as high as 7,000 feet. It is also a desirable variety to use when cut for hay at altitudes where it will not ripen. Were originated in Sweden, where they were known as Segar Oats. Ten years ago they were introduced into Canada, where in competi- tion with all other varieties of Oats at the Fairs, Land Shows and Exhibitions, they always took first prize, and from this fact they- were renamed VICTORY OATS, because of their victory over all other varieties. The genuine Victory Oats are good size, plump, solid grain and is especially desirable because of the thin hull and plump kernel ; over 90 per cent of the grain is meat. This is very essential to good oats, as more grains set on the head than varieties that have a big,.; thick hull. Victory Oats are the hardiest oats grown; they are early and make enormous yields. Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. “Having tried out the White Russian Oat, comparing it with others, found it less injured by grasshoppers and hail than the wide branching kind, owing to the peculiar formation of the head — grain on one side of the stem. SWEDISH SELECT OATS “Having decided to make a specialty of this oat, I began to look about for some seed free from mixture, but could find none, so I got the best I could obtain and then secured about a half bushel of pure seed by stripping the grain from the heads showing proper develop- ment. From this I started the Bliss Side Oat, which has proven very satisfactory. The seed that we will have this year of this very popular and satis- • factory oat was grown in the mountains. It is an abundant yielder of heavy fine grains. It is vigorous and produces fine straw of excel- lent quality. The seed we offer is especially adapted to our Western country, being ealier and more drought resistant than the oats offered from other sections. As it produces excellent straw it is grown extensively in our mountains and cut just before the grain ripens and used for hay. Prices; not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges: “With this practically pedigreed seed our crop ripens uniformly and makes an attractive and altogether profitable crop. “E. R. BLISS.” 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Blue List. If wanted by parcel post, add postage. Per 100 lbs.. Bee KHERSON, OR MOUNTAIN OATS Bliss Side Oats make excellent hay and may be planted in the mountains and high altitudes with good results. We have a small amount of registered seed for early orders. This is the earliest Oat known. It is also adapted to dry land. 1 Although it does not grow as long straw as most other varieties yet j Not prepaid; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. it is a heavy yielder. The grains are rather slender but the kernel is quite plump. This year we will be able to supply Registered Kherson Oats on early orders. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs„ 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If wanted by parcel post, add postage. SILVER MINE OATS COLORADO No. 37 OATS This oat has the reputation of being an exceedingly heavy and reli- able yielder. The heads are very large in proportion to the stiff, bright, clean straw. The sprangle top heads, although long, are borne low down on the stalk, which seems to prevent lodging. The demand for this variety last season exhausted our supply and we sug- gest early orders to avoid disappointment. Not prepaid ; purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. This variety was produced by selection. The original mother plant was selected from a field of oats in the San Luis Valley, but further purification and selection has been made by the Agronomy Department jj at the Agricultural College. It is an open panicled white oat and be- longs to the Swedish group. The hull is medium thick, but the straw is stiff and it is well adapted for irrigated conditions and cooler dry land conditions. It yields well and has lead other varieties over a period of years. Prices; not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs.. 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. If wanted by parcel post, add postage. i A change of seed oats is just as important as a change of Formaldehyde and Blue Vitriol prevent Smut in Oats. It seed potatoes or seed corn and it will pay you to renew your is a good plan to treat the seed with either one of these fungi- seed oats by sowing our pure and improved strains of seed. cides before planting. 18 Grains JIE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. MISCELLANEOUS DRY LAND CROPS HEAD OF SPELTZ Speltz or Spring Emmer The wonderful merits of this grain have placed it at the top of the list, especially among the dry-dand farmers. As seen in the picture, it resembles barley and wheat, and is classed I with them. It will make a crop under the most unfavorable soil and weather conditions, and is one of the first spring grains to ripen, being of very i-apid growth. If it is feed that you desire, don’t over- look Speltz, for all kinds of stock do well on it and you can harvest more Speltz from an acre than either oats, wheat or barley. Each year we are having more calls for Speltz, and in almost every case where small quantities were sold for trial purposes, the growers are now planting on a large scale. If you have never tried this grain, we urge that you give it a trial, and make it a good one, for it is a certain pleaser. In planting Speltz you sow from 50 to 75 pounds to the acre but on dry land 40 to 60 pounds are sufficient. When ready to buy write us for special price ; state the quantity wanted and we will gladly submit samples. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post add regular postage. Lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. Buckwheat rL Buckwheat does best where the climate is moist and cool, but it is I sensitive to cold. It is a short season crop, maturing in 10 to 12 weeks and can be sown later than any other grain crop. It is a I* good crop for poor, thin land, does well on acid soils and serves to £ make hard land mellow and friable and is a good crop to use in preparation for such a crop as potatoes. Sow 1^4^to 1 bushels per acre. Light, well-drained soils are best for this crop. JAPANESE BUCKWHEAT — Entirely distinct from all other vari- eties. It has the advantage of remaining for some time in bloom and produces seed earlier. On this account it can be grown farther North. It resists drought and blight very well. As much as 40 bushels to the acre have been harvested of this variety, making it very profitable to raise. SILVER HULL BUCKWHEAT— This valuable variety originated abroad. It is early ; remains longer in bloom than other sorts. A fine variety for honey bees. The grain is of beautiful light gray color and has a thin husk. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List. Dwarf Essex Rape A forage plant of highest value. It can be sown in April for an early crop, and for fall crop in July, August and September, and still later further south. In a few weeks from the time of sowing hogs and cattle can be turned on it. Under favorable conditions Rape is |v ready for pasturing sheep or cattle within six weeks from time of | sowing, and on an average one acre will carry 12 to 15 sheep six weeks to two months. When on the Rape they should at all times have access to salt. Pigs and cattle are also very fond of it. The plant is a rank grower and should have heavy manuring as well as high cultivation. Any corn soil will grow Rape. Sow the 6eed by the end of June and the crop can be ready to feed at a season when it is most needed. It does well sown with oats. After oats are cut the Rape grows rapidly. If the soil is rich and clean, sow broadcast ; if not so clean, sow in drills and cultivate as for corn. When sown broadcast, use 5 to 6 pounds, and if in drills, 2 to 3 pounds to the r acre. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If by parcel post, add regular postage. 1 lb., 25c; lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75; 25 lbs., $3.75. Per 100 lbs., or more, see Blue List. Western Flax Seed Flax is one of the most dependable and profitable crops grown in the West. Because of its short growing season and quick maturing qualities it may be planted as late as the middle of June and make a matured crop almost anywhere in the United States, and is one of the most desirable late crops to grow on fields where clover pasture or meadows have winter killed or have been destroyed by the effects of water and ice. Flax takes less fertility and moisture from the soil than the grains, clovers or grasses during its growing season. This has been proven by careful soil tests. Flax will yield 10 to 20 bushels per acre under favorable soil and weather conditions and is usually much more profitable than any of the grains. Flax straw is saleable and is now used in large quan- tities by manufacturers of upholstered furniture and insulation for building purposes. It may be used with success as a nurse crop for the clovers and grasses as it does not shade the seedling plants as much as the grains and takes less moisture and fertility from the soil. Flax is a most desirable crop to grow on native sod the season it has been plowed. Treating flax seed with formaldehyde will destroy wilt germs and thus prevent infecting the soil. Sow more flax this year and every year. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight. 1 Ibi, 20c; 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. See Blue List for prices on large quantities. Peanuts Can be successfully grown in almost any place where corn succeeds, but thrive best on light sandy soil. The vines are valuable feed for horses, cattle and sheep. One acre will produce from one to two tons of vines. The nuts are relished by nearly everyone and contain a large percentage of nutriment. IMPROVED LARGE VIRGINIA PEANUTS— A very profitable vari- ety to grow. The vines make valuable forage for stock. By mail, postpaid, large pkg., 10c; 1 lb., 30c. Not postpaid. 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. SPANISH PEANUTS — Pods are small, remarkably solid, well filled, and of an extra fine quality. Yield per acre very large. Large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 30c; postpaid. Not postpaid, 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. Australian Salt Bush Australian Salt Bush (Atriplex Semibaccata) is a semi-woody, pros- trate perennial forming a dense mass 6 to 12 inches thick. The leaves are linear, 1 inch long, and coarsely toothed along the margins. The seed is small and enclosed in a pair of fleshy foliaceous bracts which become red as the fruit matures. Salt Bush is quite tolerant of Alkali, and will grow in Alkaline soils and its use consists in its ability to redeem soils of this nature. It is also more or less drought resist- ant. Sow one pound of seed per acre. The seed requires some moisture to start. ..Prices: oz., 15c; pound, $1.00. Postpaid. — „„ — — „„ — — .. — ... — If Grasshoppers bother you this season, see the formula = for noisoniner Grasshoopers on Paere 95. 19 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN SEED GRAINS BALD OR HULLLESS BARLEY This is one of the many forage plants that have met with success in our western country and is one of the best crops for green feed. It is very early and grows rapidly, which makes it a favorite where green feed is wanted. It can be used as cured hay, but should be cut or harvested when it is in the milk stage. If allowed to mature will make an excellent grain, which resembles wheat. It is not a milling variety, but when ground is an excellent feed for stock, which do well on it. It resists drought remarkably well. It will make a large crop of grain in dry seasons, even when wheat will fail. Yields well on poor lands and better on good land. It has no beard and shells off its hulls the same as wheat. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. HULLLESS BLUE BARLEY While Blue Barley has sufficient hull to hold it in the heads, these hulls are easily separated in threshing and the grain shells out like wheat. It is very early, matures in 60 to 90 days, according to soil and locality. The grain is blue, resembling wheat in shape and exceed- ingly heavy, weighing 60 pounds to the bushel. It is often grown for hay, coming very early and providing rich feed. It should be cut just before it becomes ripe and while the straw is green. In this condition it is relished by all kinds of stock. The straw is stiff and straight, and seldom if ever does it lodge. Blue Barley is bearded. Prices : Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add regular postage. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs.;, 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. ODERBRUCKER BARLEY (SIX ROW) Oderbrucker is a tall, heavy-strawed barley that stands up well and graceful. The heads are usually large and long and are completely filled out with very plump grains that are brighter and whiter than any other barley. Our seed of Oderbrucker barley was grown from seed furnished by a careful and successful grower, who took great pains to keep the field clean and free from other grains and our large cleaning machines have graded it so that it is the best grade of barley ever offered by us. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. If wanted parcel post, add. regular postage. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. REGISTERED COLSESS BEARDLESS BARLEY Colsess Barley is a beardless hooded barley, the result of a selection from one of the progenies of a cross between Coast (California Feed) and Success. It is six rowed and has a stiff straw with a non- shattering type of head. The kernels are held so securely and by such tight holds that shattering in handling is very slight. This superior strain of barley has been bred up by the Colorado Experiment Station and has been the highest yielding barley grown at the Fort Collins Station. It owes its value to the fact that it is beardless and high yielding. The lack of beards permits it to be used for grain, hay, pea and barley mixtures and also permits feeding of the straw where grain has been threshed. It matures in about 112 days. On early orders we will be able to furnish registered seed. Prices: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. If wanted by parcel post, add regular ppstage. REGISTERED TREBI BARLEY Trebi Barley is six rowed with heads similar to Coast or California Feed Barley. The kernels are large and bluish in color. The awns break off easily in threshing. The results of experiments made at many different points indicate that Trebi Barley has a wide range of adaptability. The experience of Logan County farmers has proven Trebi Barley very suitable for that section and good yields have been secured on dry land as well as under irrigation. Under irrigation and favorable soil conditions yields of 80 to 90 bushels per acre are the rule rather than the exception and many yields of 95 bushels and better have been reported. On the first introduction of thisl seed into Logan County, 200 lbs. were planted on 2.16 acres and the yield averaged 115 bushels per acre. This is an enormous return when it is considered that Trebi Barley weighs fifty pounds to the bushel. Records are available in Logan County to show that it is the highest yielding and best quality barley ever grown in Northeastern Colorado. The seed we are offering this year has been certified by the Colorado Seed Growers Association — one lot from Weld County and one lot from Logan County. The Logan County seed won the Adolph Coors Cup for Barley at the Pure Seed Show at Colorado Springs, November, 1925.. Early orders will have the choice of preference. Prices: Purchaser paying transportation. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c. Per 100 lbs., see Blue List. SPRING RYE As a cleaning crop for the purpose of eradicating Wild Oats and other foul seeds. Spring Rye can not be beaten. It is an excellent soiler and can be produced on poor, worn out land under dry condi- tions where wheat would be a comparative failure. Sow Spring Rye on ground where winter grain has been killed or blown out or where a fall crop has not been planted. It makes excellent early pasture or may be cut and cured for hay. When sown with vetch its value for pasture and hay it greatly enhanced. It does not grow as tall as i Winter Rye and the straw is finer but it usually yields well and there is generally a good market for the grain. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. For larger quantities, see Blue List. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. FALL OR WINTER RYE This is a very important seed for lands that are subject to blow and, in many instances, seeding with Fall Rye is the only solution. It is hardier than wheat, requires less moisture and does well on poor soils. If sown early. Fall, Winter and early Spring pasture is provided and then it may be cut for hay or .allowed to ripen. The pasture and hay value of Fall Rye is greatly increased if winter vetch is sown with it. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Write for prices on larger quantities. PETRUS WINTER RYE Thi& is an improvement over the common variety of Winter Rye. It stools more, yields more and has larger grain and more straw. Although only recently introduced in Colorado it is rapidly gaining favor and is preferred by many growers. The merits of Petkus Rye insure satisfaction to the grower. Our seed is certified. Prices: Purchaser paying express or freight charges. 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 l^s„ $1.50. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Write for prices on larger quantities. flftE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Field Com WESTERN SEED CORN Av. No. Days Average No. of Average Distance Variety Planting. .to Height Rows of Ear Ear Color Cob of Ears Maturity of Stalk Feet Grain on Cob Length Inches Characteristics Grain above Ground Minnesota No. 13 90 to 100 6 to 8 12 to 16 7 to 10 Smooth Cylindrical Yellow Red 4 feet Colorado Yellow Dent 90 6 to 8 12 to 18 8 to 12 Smooth Cylindrical Yellow Reddish 3 to 4 ft. Swadley 90 5 to 7 12 to 16 7 to 9 Cylindrical Light Yellow White 3 feet Golden King 90 6 to 8 12 to 16 8 to 10 Cylindrical Light Yellow White 3 feet Reid’s Yellow Dent 100 to 110 7 to 10 18 to 24 10 to 11 Somewhat Smooth Deep Yellow Red 4 to 5 ft. Pride of the North 80 to 90 6 to 8 12 to 16 8 to 10 Smooth Cylindrical Yellow Bright Red 3 feet King of the Earliest 90 to 100 6 to 9 18 to 24 9 to 10 Somewhat Rough Deep Yellow Red 4 feet Northwestern Dent Under 90 5 to 7 12 to 14 7 to 9^ Smooth Tapering Red White 3 to 4 ft. White Australian 85 to 90 5 to 8 12 to 16 12 Smooth Cylindrical White White 3 feet Western White Dent 90 to 100 6 to 8 16 to 20 10 to 14 Slightly Rough White White 4 feet Gehu 80 to 90 4 to 6 12 to 14 5 to 7 Smooth Tapering Yellow White 2 feet Hickory King (Tall) 120 10 to 12 16 to 18 10 to 12 Large White White 6 feet Squaw, Blue and White Flint 80 to 90 4 to 5 8 8 to 10 Smooth Tapering Yellow Red, Blue and White White 2 feet Calico 100 6 to 8 20 to 24 9 to 12 Large Mottled Red, White, Yel. White 4 feet Iowa Silver Mine (Tall) 110 7 to 9 16 to 20 9 to 12 Slightly Rough Cylindrical White Small White 4 feet Colorado Giant Fodder 110 10 to 12 20 to 24 10 to 12 Rough Cylindrical White Small White 4 to 5 ft. Red Cob Ensilage 110 10 to 14 20 to 24 9 to 12 Smooth Cylindrical White Red 5 feet Eureka 130 12 to 15 18 to 24 12 Large White White 6 to 7 ft. Improved Learning 110 10 to 12 20 to 24 10 to 12 Rough Yellow with Reddish cast Small White 4 feet Iowa Gold Mine 110 10 to 12 20 to 24 10 to 12 Rough Golden Yellow Small White 4 feet The following tabulation gives average descriptions of the different varieties of field corn named. Of course there will be a variance as to time of maturity, height of stalks, size of ears and yields; dependent on when and where the crops are planted, the kind and fertility of the soil and climatic conditions. 21 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Minnesota No. 13 Corn Minnesota No. 13 is the most popular Yellow Dent Corn in Colorado, and other Western states. It matures in 90 to 100 days. This makes it a very desirable corn for sections where early frosts are common. The ears set about four feet from the ground, average 7 to 10 inches long, 6 to 8 inches in circumference and carry 12 to 16 rows of kernels. The kernels are wedge shaped and of a bright, rich yellow color ; smooth and packed closely from butt to tip on a small reddish cob. Throughout the West it is used extensively as a husking crop. The stalks grow six to eight feet and being thick, tall and leafy they make excellent, nutritious fodder. Plant Minnesota 13 Corn for grain, fodder and silage. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Colorado Yellow Dent Corn Colorado Yellow Dent is by no means a fixed type of corn. Differ- ent lots of seed will develop different growths, different stalks, differ- ent ears and different kernels. The grains are usually mixed and sometimes resemble Minnesota 13 and sometimes more like Pride of the North. This is due to the fact that growers have not selected the seed by ear selection and have made no attempt to keep their strains true to the original types. However, this corn is thoroughly acclimated, matures early, yields well, withstands drought very satis- factorily and is a prime favorite in the dry land sections. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Swadley Corn Swadley is an early dent corn maturing in 90 days. It has great ability to withstand heat and drought and is a prime favorite in many sections of Colorado. It ranks equal to Australian Flint as a sure cropper under adverse conditions and is planted in preference to Australian for whole grain feeding. The ears are large and set low on the stalk, average 7 to 9 inches long and carry 12 to 16 rows of grain. The kernels are large, broad and thin of a light yellow color merging into white on the cap. The cob is white and of medium size. The stalks attain a height of 5 to 7 feet and are rather large and sparsely leaved. Swadley is distinctly a Colorado product and we recommend it very highly. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Golden King Corn Golden King is an early dent corn, being an improved type of Swadley. It matures in 90 days and is well adapted to short seasons and dry lands. The stalks grow to a medium height with ears about three feet from the ground. The ears are medium sized, about 10 inches long. The grains are deep and broad, light yellow color merg- ing to pale yellow at the cap. The cob is white. It makes a good husking corn and is very desirable for whole grain feeding. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Reid’s Yellow Dent Corn Reid’s Yellow Dent bears the name of its originator, James L. Reid, X, of Illinois, who many years ago fixed a type that experts have failed | to change for the better. It requires about 110 days to mature and should be planted in warm, quick soils exposed to the south, in sec- tions not subject to early frosts. The ears are large, averaging 10 to 11 inches in length, slowly tapering and have a well rounded butt. The grains are yellow, very deep and closely packed on a small cob, X the tip and butt of which they almost entirely cover. The leaves and stalks of Reid’s Yellow Dent make an excellent fodder and ensilage and it is rapidly becoming the most popular all-around purpose corn that can be grown. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Pride of the North Corn Pride of the North is a good variety of extra early yellow dent corn that originated in Northern Iowa more than thirty years ago. It matures in eighty to ninety days. The ears are set low, about * one-third of the length of the stalk above the ground. They are medium to small sized, with deep yellow kernels set solidly on a , small bright red cob. Two or more good, well developed ears ‘ are frequently found on a single stalk and sometimes there will be three to four stalks to the hill. The stalks are small, well proportioned, ~ short jointed and leafy. Pride of the North withstands drought with credit and is very popular for early feed or for late planting. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 H>s., • $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. King of the Earliest Corn King of the Earliest is an early yellow dent corn that matures in “ 90 to 95 days. As it withstands adverse conditions to a marked degree, it is very suitable for early planting and can be safely planted as far North as any dent corn. The ears are medium sized, 9 to 10 inches long, with 18 to 24 rows of kernels. The cob is small. The - grains are deep, somewhat rough, and of a deep yellow color and — closely set on the cob. The stalks grow to a good height, are small I and leafy. The ears set about four feet from the ground. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lb.. 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for . parcel post shipments. Northwestern Dent Corn Northwestern Dent is a short season corn maturing in ninety to ninety-five days. This makes it a very dssirable corn for sections where the time between the late and early frosts is short. The ears set three to four feet above the ground, are of medium size, average - 7 to 9y2 inches long and carry 12 to 14 rows of grain. The kernels Jj are shallow and have a light reddish color with a copper yellow spot . in the crown. The stalks grow 5 to 7 feet high and are very thin and leafy. It is, therefore, especially well adapted for fodder and bundle feeding but on account of the size of the cob and its shallow kernels it is not considered a husking corn. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 85c; 25 lbs., j $1.75. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. V E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Field Corn WESTERN SEED CORN White Australian Corn Gehu Flint Corn White Australian is a hard flint corn well adapted for cool climates and short seasons. It withstands drought well and matures in ninety days. The ears are of medium size, tapering, grow about 12 inches long and average 12 to 16 rows of kernels. The kernels are white, • smooth, somewhat shallow, rounded and very flinty. The stalks attain a height of from 5 to 8 feet, producing one to two long ears to the stalk, that set about three feet from the ground. White Australian is a sure cropper and good yielder in almost all sections of Colorado but is not a favorite where whole grain feeding is desired. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Gehu is a yellow, dwarf, flint corn that grows 4 to 6 feet high and matures in 80 to 90 days. It is not generally used as a husking corn as the ears set close to the ground, but this feature makes it very desirable for early hogging down. It usually produces more than one ear to the stalk. The ears are 5 to 7 inches long, 4% to 5% inches in circumference and very tapering. The kernels are shallow, smooth, hard and of an orange or dark yellow color. It is the earliest yellow corn. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Western White Dent Corn Hickory King Corn Western White Dent is a short season corn requiring about 90 days V,; to mature. This makes it very desirable where a soft white corn is jf* sought. The stalks average six to eight feet tall with ears 10 to 14 L inches long and with 16 to 20 rows of nice, white kernels. The ears v are large and the cob small and white. They set high making this variety suitable for husking. It is also a very efficient corn for F silage and fodder. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for ( parcel post shipments. Hickory King is a very long season variety of White Dent Corn requiring at least 120 days to mature and for this reason is only recommended for planting in southern districts. It grows very tall. The ears are large, set about six feet from the ground with 16 to 18 rows of large, deep, broad kernels. The cob is white. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., $1.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Squaw Corn Squaw corn is supposed to be a mixture of the various sorts once grown by North Dakota Indians. It is sometimes called Blue Squaw. It is very early requiring not over 90 days to mature and is a very vigorous plant. The ears are small, averaging about eight inches long, set close to the ground, and carry eight rows of grain. The kernels are somewhat shallow, rounded, smooth and flinty and are a mixture of blue, white and yellow colors. Squaw corn is adapted for hog or sheep pasture. It yields much better than would be expected from such a short plant. In sections where the growing season is short it is the only kind of corn that will make grain. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.85. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Calico Corn Calico is a medium early, mixed dent corn maturing in about 100 days. The ears are large, 9 to 12 inches long and average twenty rows of grain but the cob is small. The kernels are variegated being speckled or mottled red, white and yellow. The stalks are very leafy and attain a height of six to eight feet. The ears are carried high. Calico corn has a high protein content making it a very effici- ent feed and it is relished by stock. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.85. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. 23 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN SEED CORN Red Cob Ensilage Com Red Cob Ensilage is a pure white dent corn with a red cob- It matures in 110 to 115 days. The ears are large, 9 to 12 inches long and set 4 to 5 feet from the ground. There are 20 to 24 rows of deep white kernels, somewhat snfooth. The stalks grow 10 to 14 feet high with many broad succulent leaves, producing an immense ton- nage^of excellent quality silage. We recommend Red Cob Ensilage Corn tor silage purposes. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.85. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Eureka Ensilage Corn Eureka Ensilage is a large kerneled, white dent corn. It grows 12 to 15 feet high, is very leafy, and produces an enormous . tonnage of succulent fodder. It bears one to two ears to the stalk that fre- quently measure over 12 inches. It is a long season corn and should' be planted only with the hope of getting abundant fodder. It will require considerable plant food to produce such a sturdy corn so choose good ground for Eureka Ensilage. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.85. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Colorado Giant Fodder Corn Corn is a Very Profitable Silage Crop The use of the silo is recommended for all parts of the West where crops can be grown. To secure the greatest profit from the soil, the farmer must keep more or less live stock and to do this, he must provide abundance of feed for all seasons. In the dry land districts, for this reason, the silo is especially serviceable. There are some seasons when the rainfall will be sufficient to produce more forage than immediate needs require. Every bit of this surplus forage should be and can be preserved for a lean year. This can best be done by the use of the silo. After corn has been laid by scatter sweet clover between the rows, covering it light with a drag such as the branch of a tree or a small bush. If conditions are right, the increased yield of corn, the fall pasturage from the clover, the green manure to be plowed under in the spring as food for the succeeding crop, will make the planting well worth while. Try it and you will be a sweet clover fan. Harvesting Corn for Silage Corn that is intended for silage should be allowed to grow as late as the season permits, or until the kernel has become hard and dented. The stalk is usually green as late as this stage. Many experiments have been conducted by The Colorado Agricultural Col- lege which show that a greater amount of feed of a better quality can be obtained from silage than is made from corn cut at this stage of maturity. This silage will keep more easily, too. Iowa Silver Mine Com Colorado Giant Fodder is a white dent ensilage corn with large ears, big leafy stalks and deep kernels. It matures in about 100 days and is an elegant corn for ensilage purposes as it produces an im- mense tonnage of excellent quality silage. The grain will generally always mature well enough to make the silage rich with protein con- tent. It is a corn that should be planted freely by dairymen and stockmen equipped with silage facilities. When properly cultivated in favorable seasons the stalks will attain a height of 10 to 12 feet. The leaves are broad and long. The ears average 9 to 10 inches with 16 to 20 rows of kernels. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Improved Learning Corn Improved Learning is a yellow dent corn and a general favorite with stockmen and dairymen. It matures in 100 to 110 days. The grain is rich in protein and oil and the large, leafy stalks make an immense tonnage of fodder or silage. Ears are rather large, 10 to 12 inches in length and average 20 to 24 rows of grain. They are well filled out. Grains are deep wedge shaped, closely set and have a deep rich yellow color with a reddish cast. The stalks attain a height of 10 to 12 feet and are very strong with broad leaves. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; £5 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. POP CORN Iowa Silver Mine is a white dent corn maturing in 100 to 110 days. It is so well and favorably known that it is often referred to as “The National Corn.” The ears are large, 9 to 12 inches long, averaging 20 rows of grain. The cob is small and white. The ker- nels are deep, white and rather smooth, dented but not hackle crowned. They are set solidly on the cob and almost cover the butt and tip. Stalks are of medium height to tall, very leafy with broad blades, often bearing two ears. Iowa Silver Mine has a heavy deep root system. This enables it to withstand drought and adverse conditions exceedingly well. It is a good yielder and is highly recommended for silage purposes. PRICES, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 80c; 25 lbs., $1.50. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Add regular postage for parcel post shipments. Iowa Gold Mine Com Iowa Gold Mine is a yellow dent ensilage corn maturing in 110 days. It is very similar to Improved Learning and can not be easily distinguished from it. Prices are the same as for Learning. WHITE RICE POP CORN is a very handsome and prolific variety. The ears are five to seven inches long and the kernels are long and pointed, somewhat resembling a grain of rice. There is generally a good demand for this corn for popping. Large Packdt, 10c; 1 lb.. 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., $1.2a. Nob postpaid. LARGE SPANISH POP CORN is much larger grained than White Rice and when popped makes a larger, coarser flake. The seed is rounded, smooth and flinty. In its growth and habits Spanish Pop Corn resembles the common varieties of flint corns. There is a very strong demand for this corn for popping. Large Packet, 10c; 1 lb.. 20c; 5 lbs., 75c; 10 lbs., $1.25. Not postpaid. BABY RICE POP CORN is known as Baby or Hulless, Japanese Rice, Baby Rice or Japanese Hulless. It is a dwarf growing, heavy yielding variety, and is considered the choicest pop corn grown, due to its fine flavor and the absence of hull or shell. Ears are peculiar in form, being almost as thick as long. Select caterers everywhere use Baby Rice. Large Packet, 10c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00. Not postpaid. 24 #1E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Field Peas WESTERN FIELD PEAS. ETC. FIELD PEAS No other grain crop, except perhaps oats, can be devoted to bo great a variety of uses. The grain is possessed of a relatively high feeding value, and the same is true of the straw. As a pasture for certain kinds of livestock, peas may be made to serve an excellent purpose. The value of the crop for soiling and fodder uses are excelled only by clover. There is no kind of livestock on the farm to which peas cannot be fed to advantage. For Bigger Crops, Inoculate all Legumes with Nitrogen. See Page 95 San Luis Valley Peas This variety is also called Colorado Stock Peas, and has been grown for years in the San Luis Valley in Colorado. The stockgrowers in these regions found them valuable for fattening hogs and sheep. The custom was to allow the stock to graze on the pea fields eating the vines and seed. Pea fed pork is much sweeter and finer grained than corn fed. Recent years have seen a big demand for these peas as a food, and large quantities have been shipped to Eastern and foreign markets. This is without a doubt the best stock pea to grow in the West. It produces a large quantity of vines, that make a fine hay, and the seed is very fattening for sheep, hogs, etc. When sown for seed about 80 pounds per acre, but for hay it may be sown as late as July, when 100 pounds per acre is usually sown. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express. Lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 65c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.25. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Per 100 lbs., or more, 6ee Blue List. Dry Land Peas SOUTHERN BLACK-EYED PEAS (Large)— The most popular and most extensively grown of all Black-Eye varieties. The seed resembles a bean in shape. They make a large vine growth and are an excel- lent soil improver. The peas make a most desirable and healthful table dish and are in great demand during the winter. They are also used green during the summer. Many people plant Southern Black-eye Peas in the garden. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express. Lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.50. If wanted by parcel post, add postage. Write for prices on larger quantities. Canada Field Peas Are one of the very best soiling crops for the North. They are sometimes grown alone, but the most satisfactory dairy results comes from sowing with oats, rye or barley. They make good ensilage, and an admirable food either green or dry for cattle. They are quite hardy and may be sown early in the spring, and will be ready to cut in May or June. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express. Lb.. 20c; 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.50; 25 lbs., $2.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Whip-poor-will Cow Peas WHIP-POOR-WILL COW PEAS — Sometimes called Shinney Peas. The Whip-poor-will is more largely grown than any other cow-pea, probably because of its long vine, usually six feet long, and because of its large yield of both hay and peas. It matures early, makes an upright growth, making it easy to cut. Has brown speckled seeds that are easily threshed. Recommended where an early variety is wanted. PRICES; Purchaser paying freight or express charges. Lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.50; 25 lbs., $2.75. If by parcel post, add regu- lar postage. See Blue List for prices on larger quantities. Sand, or Hairy Vetch Winter Vetch is a mighty fine crop to sow in the fall just as goon as the crops have been harvested and on up to November first. Vetch, being a leguminous plant like alfalfa and peas, gathers nitrogen from the air and stores it in the roots, thereby adding plant food for other plants that take all of their food from the soil. Thus, during the idle months this crop is slowly but surely enriching the soil at no trouble or expense to the owner. The soil is kept in better condition for spring planting and is freer from weeds. If the winter and fall season has been inclined to be warm and open a good growth will have been obtained and there will be a big quantity of vegetation to plow under in the spring. This green manure supplies moisture as well as food to the spring c)jpp and many times gives it a start that puts it through the dry season. If a good inoculation is applied to vetch seed the yield is increased. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express charges; if wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. 1 lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25; 10 lbs., $2.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. 25 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE WESTERN FIELD BEANS Pinto Beans (Mexican) The leading commercial bean of the West. The Pinto Bean will grow on dry land and yields as high as 1,100 pounds per acre have been reported. While on irrigated land, 2,500 pounds have been secured from one acre. It is easily grown and requires little atten- tion. There is now an established demand from Eastern and Southern markets for this variety. Our seed stock is select, hand picked and grown in Colorado on dry land. Prices — Purchaser paying express or freight charges. Lb., 25c ; 5 Ibis., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post* add regular postage. For larger amounts, see Blue List. Red Mexican Beans These are similar in size and shape to the Pinto Bean and in their habits and growth resemble them very much. There is quite a demand for these beans for Chili. They are excellent cookers. A small patch would undoubtedly bring satisfactory returns. Prices — Purchaser paying express or freight. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75; if by parcel post add regular postage. For larger amounts write for prices. Navy or Pea Beans Red Kidney Beans Will produce crop of first class beans and are a success in the West. They are excellent canners and richly flavored. They are found in every grocery store and are so well known that a descrip- tion is useless. Their habits of growth are similar to the Pinto. There is quite a large local demand for the dry beans. Prices — Purchaser paying express or freight. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75; 25 lbs., $4.00. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. For prices on large quantities, see Blue List. Broad Windsor Beans These beans are hardy and can be treated in about the same man- ner as peas. They should be planted in rows from twelve to eighteen inches apart, allowing eight inches between plants. Broad Windsor Beans are very much in favor in Europe, where they are cooked while green ; but also the dried beans are much used in the kitchen. Even the pods, while quite young, are eaten. The beans have an agreeable flavor and are of high nutritive value. Prices — (Hand Picked) — Purchaser paying express or freight; if by parcel post, add regular postage. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.15; 10 lbs., $2.25. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. The best known white bean in the world. More Navy Beans are consumed than all other varieties combined. They always command ' a higher price than the other varieties, except Limas. They produce almost as much as Pinto Beans, and are a sure crop under ordinary conditions. They make good yields on dry lands, . and large yields when grown under irrigation. Prices — (Hand Picked) — Purchaser paying express or freight; if by parcel post, add regular postage. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Great Northern or Large White Marrowfat This bean is similar to the Navy and often sold as such. It is i also known as White Mexican, White Kidney and Western White Wonder. It is larger than the Navy and will make a crop where the Navy would fail. It is a heavy yielder and the beans have a very fine favor when cooked or baked. This variety is in great demand as a dry bean for winter use and will give satisfaction on either dry or irrigated land. Our seed is Colorado grown, select hand picked. Prices — Purchaser paying express or freight charges. Lb., 25c; 5 - lbs.. $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. See Blue List for prices on larger quantities. STOCK BEANS Early Soja Beans A valuable forage plant, little affected by heat and drought. Is one of the most nutritious of all vegetable products. It will produce from 20 to 30 bushels to an acre. For pasturing or feeding as green fodder it is very valuable; also a good fertilizer. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express: 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Hollybrook Early Sojas Make a quicker growth and mature their crop two weeks earlier than the Mammoth Yellow Soja. It makes a large yield both of forage and peas and the added advantage of its earliness makes it a most distinct and valuable acquisition. Sown as a forage or hay crop it is much easier to cure and handle, and makes even a more nutritious crop than cows-peas. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express charges. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Ito San Sojas A very satisfactory variety to grow in a short season. Produces seeds fairly well, and matures in 95 to 100 days. Branches well, bo as to be very easily harvested. The plants are of'medium size, averag- ing 25 to 30 inches in height. Will matlfbe as far north as Wisconsin and Michigan. Prices — Purchaser paying freight or express: 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. If wanted by parcel post, add regular postage. Per 100 lbs. or more, see Blue List. Western Seed Company: Dear Sirs : I have quite a lot of seed left from last year, so this is a small order. Have used your seed three years now. They give perfect satisfaction. Yours, M. E. DYER, Cleveland, N. M. 26 Vegetable Seeds yE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. GOLD SEAL SEEDS That is the name and label under which we sell the highest quality of seed that is produced. We spare no care or expense in the production of Gold Seal Quality seeds. There has never been a disappointment in Gold Seal quality. In producing the seed we sell, cost is no consideration. Ous aim is to produce the best — in fact, we must produce and sell the best quality seed for Besides being growers and dealers in Seed, we are one of the largest handlers of vegetables in the United States. One of Our Vegetable Packing Warehouses where Hundreds of Cars of Vegetables are Bought and Shipped by Us We also work in conjunction with the Hartner Produce Company and the Eagle Packing Company, which firms have the reputation of very fair dealings. The past season we bought and shipped over 2000 carloads of vegetables. We operate in all the leading growing districts in Colorado and California and we make it a point when buying to give produce grown from our seed the preference. In this way we are able to judge the kind of crops that are grown from our seeds, therefore you can readily understand why we are so desirous of selling the very best for if we sell poor seed, the crop we will have offered us will be an inferior grade. Thus it is to our interest to sell only the very finest seeds, for in return, at shipping season, we are able to offer our trade fancy vegetables and obtain better prices. ASPARAGUS SEED ASPARAGUS CULTURE — Plow your plot deep, then loosen up your soil, making a perfect seed bed. Sow your seeds thick in rows 20 to 24 inches apart. Use plenty of water for the seed has a hard hull that can only be softened with moisture. After the plants start growing you must, not cultivate, as this will injure the roots, and these roots are needed to produce the wholesome, crisp asparagus that is served on your table. (The roots are what you grow from the seed.) The following spring the roots must be dug, separated and transplanted in the field, or garden, wherie you intend to raise your asparagus each following year. As the roots get older and larger the asparagus comes thicker and better. If you do not care to wait and raise your own roots we can supply you with one or two-year-old roots of any variety listed. EARLY GIANT FRENCH ARGENTEUIL— (Gold Seal Quality)— This early variety was first imported and sold on this market by us. Its superior qualities over the old varieties has placed it ahead of all others. Dark green in color, large shoots, far more productive than the old sorts, which makes it the preferred asparagus on all markets. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; I lb., 85c; postpaid. PALMETTO — This has been the most popular variety for general gardening pur- poses. Matures early, very prolific, producing an abundance of deep green shoots. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; %-lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c; postpaid. MARY WASHINGTON — This asparagus, which has been selected by the United States Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., has proven to be nearly rust free. The shoots are thick and heavy. They are long and straight, with closely folded tips. The color is rich dark green, tinted darker at the tips. It is a heavy yielder of exceptionally fine flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., $1.25. Postpaid. Asparagus Roots, see Page 65 ARTICHOKES CULTURE — In February or March sow and transplant in hotbeds so as to give plenty of room until the danger of frost is over. Then set in very rich, well drained soil in rows four feet apart and two feet apart in the row. The plants can be raised in seed beds out of doors, but in that case will not be likely to produce heads the first year. Jerusalem Artichokes should be planted and cultivated like potatoes. GREEN GLOBE ARTICHOKES — Are cultivated for their flower-heads, which are cooked like asparagus. Plants set in any good soil, with light covering in winter, will remain in bearing several years. Cultivation limited in this section. Pkt., 10c; oz.,-40c; *4 lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $5.00; postpaid. JERUSALEM OR POTATO ARTICHOKE— A dandy hog feed, heavy bearer. See Page 57. BRUSSELS SPROUTS These are miniature cabbages produced from the side of the stalk. They are re- garded as a great delicacy boiled and served in the same manner as Cauliflower. Sow in seed bed in May; transplant and cultivate like cabbage. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; postpaid. WESTERN GROWN GOLD SEAL SEED IS THE FOUNDATION OF MANY A WELL BUILT FARM. 27 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE GARDEN BEANS CULTURE There is hardly a vegetable that contributes to the table as liberally as the snap bean. It is easy to grow and a heavy pro ducer. Beans should be planted at intervals so that one may always have a fresh patch to depend upon. For the hest crops beans requires good rich soil and frequent hoeing. The young plants are very tender and cannot withstand even slight frosts. The seed should not be planted until the soil has become well warmed and all danger of frost is over. Spade or plow deeply and plant in rows two feet apart, scattering the seed about three inches apart in the row, and cover two inches deep. Hoe frequently, but never when the foliage is damp from dew or rain. Hoeing should be done shallow so that the roots are not injured. GREEN PODDED VARIETIES EARLY SIX WEEKS This is a very produc- tive bean ; pods are long, about 5 inches, straight, handsome, rather light green and when young are of a good quality. This is early maturing and is much used for home gardens. BURPEE’S STRINGLESS The most popular bean grown, because it is al- most stringless, of dwarf growth, plants very pro- ductive, quite early, pods cylindrical. We especial- ly recommend it for home gardening. EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE A very early round podded sort, having me- dium sized, fleshy pods. Vines small and very productive ; __ for early planting this is one of the best sorts. RED VALENTINE^ This is an old, well known variety, very pro- ductive. Pods are long, green, straight and per- fectly round. The quality is also good, pods being decidedly tender. Suit- able for early and late planting, being extreme- ly sturdy. GIANT STRING- LESS Exceedingly productive and very hardy. Matures a few days later than the Bur- pee’s String- less, but is slightly longer and more nearly straight. SHIPPERS’ GREEN POD OR LONGFELLOW— This is the bean planted so extensively by our market gardeners, as it produces a large crop of pods which find a ready sale to the shippers at an advanced price. It is an excellent keeper ; better than the Burpee’s Stringless or Refugee. The pods are long and straight and of a dark green color. When the pods are young they are absolutely stringless, very tender and of highest flavor — even excelling the old standard, Burpee’s Stringless. FULL MEASURE (Gold Seal Quality) — While this is not a new variety, yet it is just being recognized as one of the finest beans that can be grown, because besides being absolutely stringless, the shell or skin of the pods does not get tough, no matter how long the pods are allowed to remain on the bush. The texture of the pod never grows coarse, but remains tender and meaty until the bean is fully matured and ready to shell. Due to its fine quality and long pods, in the past four years it has become the leading and most satisfactory bean, both for local use and as a shipping variety. It is superior to Burpee’s Stringless. PRICES— GREEN PODDED VARIETIES Prices, Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size package, 10c; x/z lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5 cents per pound less. 100 pounds, $19.00. WAX PODDED VARIETIES CHALLENGE DWARF BLACK WAX— This bean is a favorite among the growers who grow beans for the early market, as it is | the earliest of the round pod wax varieties. The vine is strong, holding the pods well up, which , are of a nice bright yellow color. GERMAN BLACK WAX — Vines medium size with small foliage, very vigorous, hardy and productive, maturing about mid-season ; pods are medium length, borne well up from the ground, are curved, cylindrical, fleshy, and of a cream white color. It remains a long time in condition for use as 6naps. DAVIS WHITE WAX — A white-seeded Golden Wax Bean of super- % ior quality, extremely early and of great productiveness. The plant grows larger than the Golden Wax and produces an abundant crop of s large, meaty, flat pods, which are of a "bright golden-yellow color, T exceedingly attractive and very uniform in size and shape. WARD WELLS KIDNEY WAX— Yields a large crop of long, nearly • straight, broad, light golden beans. The pods are large size, about 6 inches long, and has excellent eating qualities. They always com- mand a ready sale. They are later than the Golden Wax but a heavier cropper. OLD FASHIONED GOLDEN WAX— This bean is the grand old wax-podded variety that has been planted by gardeners, both large and small, for many years. It is a heavy producer and very seldom fails to give the best results, even when some of the other varieties fail. The pods are long and semi-round, of rich golden cream color, very meaty and tender. IMPROVED GOLDEN WAX — One of the old popular varieties ; pods straight, flat and golden in color. PENCIL POD BLACK WAX — Pods are long, thick and fleshy and stringless. ROUND POD KIDNEY WAX— BRITTLE WAX— A very handsome mid-season variety, especially desirable for snaps for home garden. The plants are of strong growth, spreading and very productive. The leaves are large, broad and roughened. The pods are long and round, 5 14 to 6 inches, slightly curved, light yellow, wax-like, stringless and of the very best quality. Seed long, cylindrical, medium sized, ' nearly white with a little dark markings about the eye. We especially recommend this bean for the gardener — it is also an excellent shipping variety.. Davis White Wax Full Measure 28 Beans #IE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. GARDEN BEANS— Continued vines SHIPPERS’ WAX POD — Pods long, round, straight, thick and absolutely stringless. This variety has proved the best shipper, and we cannot recommend it too highly to market gardeners. It holds up well and of fine appearance. SPECKLED CRANBERRY (Tall Horticultural) — A mid-season sort. Pods 5 inches long; straight, flat and good as Shell Beans only. Pods green, splashed with red. Used mostly as a shell bean. Pkt., 5c; large package, 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50 postpaid. Round Pod Wax Kidney Bean PRICES— WAX PODDED VARIETIES KENTUCKY WONDER (Green Pod)— This standard variety of Green Podded Pole Beans became popular through its rapid growth and abundant yielding qualities.. It has been successfully grown in section of the United States. Being extensively used as a corn the pods are exceptionally long and often measure 10 to 12 inches, perfectly round and stringless when young. A good sort to plant around fences, for it will climb and completely cover them in a short £ime. If the pods are allowed to ripen, the dried bean can be used for winter use. Price, postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size package, 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00. If by express freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. SHELL BEANS DWARF HORTICULTURAL (Shell Beans) — -Very productn compact, upright, with large leaves, pods medium length, round curved, yellowish color, marked with splashes of red. The beans are fit for use as green shell beans, very early, and in this condition the beans are very large and easily shelled, and are about equal to Lima Beans in quality. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large package, 10c; lb., 20c; 1 Jb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50 ; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. LIMA BEANS Prices, postpaid. Pkt., 5c; large package, 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight at pur- expense, 5c per pound less. 100 lbs., $19.00. POLE BEANS WIFE — Green podded, very productive, and later than other defies. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size package, 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00. If by express or freight, pur- chaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. KENTUCKY WONDER WAX (Pole)— The best wax podded pole bean. Vines are strong, producing pods 6 to 8 inches long, coming in very abundant clusters, pods very broad, thick and fleshy, of golden yellow to creamy white. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size package, 10c; Zz lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per HENDERSON BUSH LIMA— This is the earliest of the flat-pod limas and is much more satisfactory to grow in dis- tricts which have about the same cli- mate as Denver. It is two weeks earlier than any other variety. They re- semble the Burpee’s in flavor and shape. The beans are only about one- third as large as the Burpee’s Bush Lima. As dry beans they are known as Baby Lima. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c ; large package, 10c; Vz lb., 20c; 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50 ; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight, at purchaser’s expense, 5c per pound less. AZTEC (Colorado or California Cream Butter) — This wonderful bean has been grown for generations in New Mexico by the Indians. It is the Lima Bean for the Western territory. Does well on dry land. It is earlier than the other varieties of Lima Beans. The seed of this bean is not flat like most Lima Beans, but is round and about the shape of our small Navy but is four or five times larger. It can be used either as a shell bean when green or later as a dry bean. Pkt., 5c; large package, 10c; /2 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $lv75; 10 lbs., $3.00. If by express or freight, at purchaser’s expense, 5c per pound less. BURPEE’S BUSH— The old standard Bush Bean. The bushes are 18 to 20 inches high, of stout, erect growth ; branch freely and very prolific. The pods are well filled with large, fleshy beans of excellent quality. De- licate pale green in color and possess- ing that rich, buttery flavor of the pole variety. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large package, 10c; Zz. lb., 25c; 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.00. If by ex- press or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. 29 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE French Grown BEETS Tested for for Purity lb., 55c; 1 lb., $1.00. Detroit Dark Red Extra Early Egyptian EXTRA EARLY EGYPTIAN— (Gold Seal Quality)— This is one of the best variety for forcing and early planting. While young it is very sweet and tender and oval in shape and presents a fine appear- ance when bunched for market, but with continued growth it becomes broader instead of oval and often too large and coarse for table use. It has been the standard variety for many years, as it is a good keeper when topped and stored away for the winter ; flesh dark, blood red. Showy when the beet is cut. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; y2 lb., 55c; 1 lb., $1.00. EARLY ECLIPSE — We recommend this variety for mid-summer, at the time beets are sold by the bunch. Their color is brighter red than other sorts, which gives them a more tender appearance. But do not plant this variety to be sold in sacks during the fall or winter months as it does not command the best prices at that time. It is of lighter color than the Detroit, and its rings or zones are very light, which hurts its sale when a blood beet is wanted. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c ; oz., \0c ; 14 lb., 30c; y2 lb., 55c; 1 lb., $1.00. DETROIT DARK RED— (Gold Seal Quality)— The fact that this beet combines the fine shape of the Eclipse and the dark flesh of the Egyptian places it among the leading beets with the gardeners who plant for winter use. This variety is not as early as Egyptian, but is the most uniform and best keeping beet. It is also a very attrac- tive beet when bunched. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 35c; y> lb., 65c; 1 lb., $1.00. SWISS CHARD COMMON — This member of the beet family is grown for the leaves only, and cooked like spinach. The mid-rib is prepared like asparagus. It is hardy and productive, with broad green leaves and large white midribs or chards of excellent quality, and can be sown at different- seasons of the year, giving successive greens. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c. LUCULLUS — A peculiarly delicious variety having green leaves which are remarkably crimped and curled, like savory-leaved cabbage. The chards are white and broad but not so broad as the common vari- ety although equally fine in flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 14 lb., 35c 1 lb., $1.00. 30 Mangels #HE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. BEETS FOR STOCK FEEDING Danish Sludstrup Mammoth Giant Long Red Eckendorfer Golden Tankard Giant Half Sugar Sugar Beet Klein Wanzleben Splendid Winter feed for cattle, hogs, poultry, sheep, etc. Above is a diagram showing comparative sizes, shapes and depth each grows in the soil. Our Seed Is Danish Grown — Buy No Other An ever-increasing acreage is being planted to stock beets, because of the wonderful results obtained by feed- ing them. Fattening, milch and breeding cattle do equally well on them. Ab°ut one-fourth of the daily rations should be of roots. Hog cholera is prevented by their use. We are very careful in the selection of our Mangel Seed. There is a great difference in this seed. The seed we offer has been bred up to the highest type with an aim to produce a beet that contained the highest percentage of fattening matter and the least water. ✓ CULTURE — Both Mangels and Sugar Beets require deep, well en- riched soil. Sow in May and June in rows 18 inches to 2 feet apart and 6 to 8 inches in the row. Young plants may be transplanted to fill up vacancies. As soon as frost occurs, dig the crop. For winter store in cellar or in pits. SUGAR BEETS Prices, all varieties, postpaid: Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; lb., 20c; 1 lb., 45c; 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.50. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. For larger amounts, see Blue List. VILMORIN’S IMPROVED WHITE— -Medium size, brought by care- ful selection to the highest perfection in shape and color of roots. Greatly esteemed by sugar manufacturers and one of the finest for stock feeding. WANZLEBEN — This is the variety so extensively planted for sugar manufacture. Although it does not yield quite as large crops as mangels, the feeding value, pound for pound, is much greater on ac- count of its high percentage of dry matter content. Recommended especially for fattening cattle, but is equally well adapted for general feeding as mangels. MANGEL WURZELS Prices, all varieties, postpaid: Pkt., 5c; *4 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 45c; 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.50. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per pound less. For larger amounts, see Blue List. GOLDEN TANKARD — The best known and highly recommended for dairymen on account of its milk-producing properties and the rich quality of the milk. The flesh is firm and solid and a rich golden yellow color. On account of its peculiar shape they can be grown closer in the rows than most mangels, increasing the yield per acre considerably. Grows well above the ground and easily pulled. Yields particularly well on light soil. GIANT ECKENDORFER — A very popular variefy, grown exten- sively in Germany. It has also proven very satisfactory in the United States wherever it has been tried. Its roots are very heavy. It has Seen known to produce as much as 55 tons of roots to the acre. This variety is very easily harvested, as a large portion grows above the ground. MAMMOTH LONG RED — This is a very large and heavy mangel. Roots grow one-half to two-thirds above the soil and are often two or more feet in length and nine inches in diameter. Skin dark red, flesh white, with veined rings of pink. DANISH SLUDSTRUP — Contains more feeding value than any other mangel. The roots are large, reddish-yellow, of distinct type and a remarkable yielder. Tests show it to contain as follows : 17 per cent more pounds of roots per acre than the Mammoth Long Red. 23 per cent more nutriment than the Mammoth Long Red. 22 per cent more pounds of roots per acre than the Golden Tankard. 28 per cent more nutriment than the Golden Tankard. Over 40 tons have been grown on a single acre. GIANT HALF SUGAR — This is neither a mangel nor a sugar beet, but as the name implies is a crocs between the two. It has the large size of the mangel with the great feeding quality of the sugar beet. It will yield almost as many tons per acre as the best mangels, twice as much as the sugar beet. It has become the most popular beet grown for stock feed. As all grains are now higher, more stock beets should be planted. 31 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD— For many years or until Copenhagen Market was introduced this was the leading early cabbage ; a very satisfactory sort where an early, pointed head is desired. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; |/4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.00. COPENHAGEN MARKET GOLD SEAL QUALITY COPENHAGEN MARKET— A splendid, new extra early, round head sort which matures about as early as the Wakefields, and is of much larger size. Each plant forms a perfect tight-folded head, averaging five to eight pounds in weight, and about eight inches in diameter each way. The compact growth of the plant, the solidity of the head, its excellent flavor and extreme earliness, all combine to make Copenhagen Market one of the most meritorious cabbages that has come to our notice during our experience in handling cabbage. We pronounce it, without reserve, one of the finest and earliest round- EXTRA EARLY EUROPEAN MARKET CABBAGE Glory of Enkhuizen Winning- stadt Danish Roundhead Evergreen Holland Danish Ball Head Tall Stem EARLY LARGE WAKEFIELD OR CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD— This most excellent variety is the earliest and surest heading of the pointed head varieties, being ready for the market about the same time as the Copenhagen Market. The plants are exceedingly hardy, not only in resisting cold, but other unfavorable conditions. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.00. CABBAGE CULTURE — Start with good seed. For extra early use, seed may be sown in January or February very thinly in hot beds — for medium early, start seeds last of February or early March in hot beds, but glass is not required. Muslin covers are satisfactory. For late crop, start the seed in cold frames in late April or early May and not over one-fourth inch deep. Plants should be set in rows 2*4 to 3 feet apart and 12 to 18 inches in row. Of recent years a very satisfactory method has been to sow the seed right out in the field, the same as sugar beets and thin after the plants get three inches tall. This is much cheaper than growing in bedsi, and then transplanting to the fields, besides the plant is not retarded in its growth after being set to the field. While we sell Cabbage plants, yet we advise, to grow your own, as transportating from one locality to another is never so satisfactory. Chart shows comparative sizes and shapes of heads and length of stems ; they are arranged from left to right, beginning with the earliest to the latest. Early Jersey Wakefield Charleston Wakefield European Market Copenhagen Market headed sort in cultivation today. It is very popular with the market gardeners. It is a short-stemmed variety, the heads nearly resting on the ground. It is very desirable on account of the characteristic o£ maturing the heads all at the same time, thus enabling the grower to clean his fields at the first cutting. Heads are large, very solid, and of the most excellent quality. Gold Seal Quality. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 30c; ^4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $2.75. Extra early cabbage pays well if you get a good yield. Most all extra early varieties of cabbage are very light yielders, but our European Market is both extra early and a heavy yieider. It is about five days earlier than the Copenhagen Market and it produces a very uniform crop of large round heads of nice green color. It is an excellent shipping variety. Year in and year out European Market is the most profitable cabbage that can be grown. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; V i lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50. 32 Cabbage flftE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. GLORY OF ENKHUIZEN — It is considered an early variety, being ready for market just after the Copenhagen Market. It is a very heavy yielder and one of the best softs for Kraut making. The seed we offer is the Gold Seal Strain, which means there is none better. Glory of Enkhuizen has a better flavor than any other cabbage grown, and as it is extra early pro- duces a heavy yield of good sized heads, makes it a favorite among cabbage growers wherever grown. Planted side by side with the Early Jersey Wake- field, and conditions the same, Enkhuizen will mature a little later but will yield double, which makes it the most profitable second early cabbage. Enkhuizen Cabbage will produce on most any soil, and does not require the attention demanded by other varieties. It will stand the drought better than any other cab- bage known to us. For mid-season cabbage, both for the gardener and the home lot, we highly recommend the above. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 30c; *4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50. DWARF FLAT DUTCH — Excellent second early variety ; producing fine large heads. Highly valued for its quality and ability to resist heat. Heads very solid, broad, round, flattened on top, tender and fine-grained. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.00. Early Winningstadt EARLY WINNINGSTADT — (Gold Seal Quality) — The old, reliable, well-known, standard cabbage for the market garden. A favorite among growers who have good, rich land.- It always meets with ready sales on account of its fine appearance. The heads are pointed, compact, hard, of rich green color and uniform in size, making it a very desirable shipping cabbage. Many growers plant Winningstadt for their main crop to sell to the shipping trade, who demand a medium-sized, green cabbage that will stand handling. Winningstadt can be planted closer in the rows than other types, for its growth is upward to a point instead of spreading and round. If planted close on good ground a heavy yield is assured, for Winningstadt never fails to make a head. Postpaid, Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 30c; % 3b., 90c; 1 lb., $2.50. Danish Round Head Short Stem Danish Ball Head Short Stem Danish Ball Head Long Stem DANISH BALL HEAD SHORT STEM— (Gold Seal Quality)— A new type of cabbage introduced by us ten years ago and readily accepted by those who tried it as a very desirable sort for the late kind that can be put in the ground for mid-winter use. If planted on good ground an enormous yield can be expected, for the heads, when matured, are all of a good size and very solid ; it shows its good breeding by the bluish tints in the veins. Highly recommended as one of the best late Hollander cabbages and we predict that in the future it will be grown more than any other sort. It matures between the Danish Round Head, Short Stem and the Danish Ball Head, Long Stem. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 25c; *4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50. DANISH BALL HEAD LONG STEM— Although growers some- times object to this cabbage on account of the long stem, never- theless it produces the most beautiful dark green heads of cabbage, very solid and the best variety for storing during the winter. In Den- mark, this variety is planted more extensively than any other. The long stem objection is overcome by throwing the dirt to stalk or stem, the same as is done with celery. This not only helps the long stem to support the heads, bilt causes the stem to throw out many new fine fiber roots, which furnishes nourishment to the plant and increases the yield. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 30c; *4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50. DANISH ROUND HEAD, SHORT STEM— (Gold Seal Quality)— The Cabbage Grower’s Friend — One of the grandest of all cabbages, and it is now more extensively grown throughout the United States than any other variety, and one year after another it has given the cabbage growers wonderful results. This one variety alone has done more to place Colorado among the leading cabbage states in the Union than all other varieties combined. It is just sixteen years ago that this firm persuaded the growers of cabbage to try this variety instead of the old-fashioned Holland, the Drumhead and the Flat Dutch. The Danish Round Head Short Stem never fails to produce a good crop of cabbage. This variety is inclined to grow on a very short stem and produces rounded heads of a dark green color. When the seed is sown in the open, it matures about the last of September, while in the dry hot seasons it will mature about 2 weeks earlier. Recom- r mended by us as a good heavy yielding main crop cabbage. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 25c; %, lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50. Evergreen Hollander, Short Stem See Page 8 Golden Acre, see Page 7 33 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE RED CABBAGE EARLY RED ROCK — This is an improvement over the old Red Drumhead, being earlier and of better shape and more solid, with good sized heads. Color runs even ' through the head. It is two to three weeks earlier than the Mammoth Red Rock. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; Ys oz., 25c; oz., 40c; Yk lb., $1.25; 1 lb., $4.00. MAMMOTH RED ROCK — This is a late maturing variety, very solid and satis- factory. Heads are round, of dark bluish red color throughout the head. It matures about the same time as Danish Round Head green cabbage and is an excellent variety for storage. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; Yz oz., 25c; 1 oz., 40c; Yk lb., $1.25; 1 lb., $4.00. SAVOY CABBAGE EARLY ULM SAVOY — This is the earliest of the Savoy Cabbages. Head V pointed. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; ^4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00. PERFECTION DRUMHEAD SAVOY — The hardest heading and best all-around it- Savoy. Plants strong and the large, solid head blanches beautifully. Fine flavor. | Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; % lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00. CHINESE CABBAGE OR WONG BOK CHINESE CABBAGE— Pet-Sia— A new vegetable that is becoming very popular wherever tried. Market gardeners who have planted it have found ready sales and are now growing nnd cultivating larger patches of Chinese Cabbage each year. This new vegetable is of the cabbage type and the seed can be planted in the open and thinned out, leaving the plants 15 to 18 inches apart. When nearly full grown the outer leaves should be gathered about the head and tied it the top ; in the same manner as you would tie cauliflower. This allows the head to bleach and become tender. When preparing for the table it should be boiled the same as cabbage or used as cold slaw. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 35c; Yk lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50. Chinese Cabbage CAULIFLOWER We are the largest dealers in CAULIFLOWER SEED in the West. Prices given below are postpaid. CULTURE — For early crops, sow seed in hot beds during February. They should be gradually hardened off before setting out in the field, which should be about the first of May. For midseason crops, plant seed in cold frames. For late crops plant in open ground and after plants are 4 to 6 inched high, transplant to field. Cauliflower is grown much in the same manner as Cabbage. To make the best, largest and whitest heads the plants need cool moist weather, well enriched soil and thorough cultivation. After the heads begin to form, the leaves should be drawn up around them and tied at the ends, thus preventing the light getting to the heads and thus bleaching the Cauliflower a snowy white. CAUTION! The roots of Cauliflower must at no time be allowed to become dry either in the plant bed or in the field as it causes the plants to produce what is known as a button or irregular, imperfect, discolored head. Don’t fail to destroy the worms that often appear on Cauliflower. It is very easily done by dusting over the heads with Slug Shot or Calcium Arsenate mixed with lime. Cauliflower, like Lettuce and Peas, is being grown to perfection in our moun- tains, for it does best in a rather cool climate, and each year an increasing number of cars will be shipped. Cauliflower Plants While we grow cauliflower plants to sell, yet, we advise anyone who anticipates growing cauliflower to raise their own plants. Experience has proven that plants started in the locality in which the cauliflower is to be grown do far better than plants shipped in. This is especially true when the plants are grown at one altitude like Denver, Canon City, etc., and then set out higher up in the mountains. The change in the altitude, the colder nights, retards their growth. It is cheaper to grow your own plants. It is not necessary that you have glass. Muslin covers are just as good. Don’t forget to try to grow your Cauliflower plants at the same altitude you intend to grow the cauliflower. We are large handlers of Cauliflower and would like to hear from growers who are anticipating putting in crops in the mountains. EARLIEST SNOWBALL — (Gold Seal Quality) — It is the earliest Cauliflower and the one Cauliflower that is absolutely certain to head when conditions are ordinarily favorable. It is of the very drawf and compact growth, with large, beautiful and snow-white heads. It is five days earlier than Extra Early Erfurt. This variety is especially recommended where it is desired to grow for the early market when prices are high. Our supply of this variety is limited and we recommend growers placing their orders early. Pkt., 25c; Yk oz., 90c; oz., $2.50; /x lb., $9.00; 1 lb., $30.00. Earliest Snowball 34 Cauliflower ffiE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. CAULIFLOWER— Continued EARLY DWARF ERFURT — For the very early market we recom- mend this variety ; it grows on a short stem ; produces solid white heads. As you will note the price of this Cauliflower is very reason- able and planters should not hesitate in using this variety because of this reason. Especially recommended for mountain growing. Price postpaid: Pkt., 15c; *4 oz., 65c; 1 oz., $1.75; *4 lb., $6.50; 1 lb.. $22.50. MAXINE SNOWBALL OR SELF-PROTECTING SNOWBALL— This ! strain of Cauliflower was so highly recommended to us by the largest Cauliflower seed growers of Europe that we secured samples and tested it out. To our surprise we found it to be one of the best grades of j Cauliflower ever grown in our vicinity. It is early and a heavy yielder of even-sized and very firm heads. The foliage is very dense i and overlaps the tender flower, thus protecting it from the hot sun and making it an almost sure crop. This strain we highly recommend to growers of Cauliflower. It is a sure cropper. Pkt., 25c; oz 90c- oz., $2.50; % lb., $9.00; 1 lb., $30.00. Postpaid. DANISH DRY WEATHER — A very large second early variety, pro- ducing immense compact heads, with remarkable heat-resisting ’ qual- ities. Does well when grown for a fall crop. Prices- Pkt 25c- A4 oz., 90c; oz., $2.50; *4 lb., $9.00; 1 lb., $30.00. Postpaid. ’ Maxine Snowball or Self-Protecting JOHNSON’S SPECIAL STRAIN OF SNOW- BALL— We have placed this strain of Cauliflower in competition with the finest and highest-priced seed sold by all the best dealers in this country and Europe, and have found nothing to equal it in certainty of crop and perfect white heads. It has won the approval of the critical gardeners, it being the most reliable sort grown. It is not only suitable for early use, but it is superfine for late planting. The heads are hard and solid and do not spread as do some of the inferior sorts. No other equals it in purity of color, it being clear snow-white. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 90c; oz., $2.50; % lb., $9.00; lb., $30.00. Postpaid. HENDERSON’S SNOWBALL — This variety is without doubt one of the leading Cauliflowers in Colorado, and we have the purest strain that can be obtained. Our stock comes from the best and most reliable growers in Denmark and will give satisfaction to any market gardener who wants nothing but the best on the market. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 75c; oz., $2.00; % lb., $7.50; lb., $25.00. Postpaid. EARLY PARIS — A hardy variety quite easy to grow and forming good heads. Johnson Special Strain Snowball Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 35c; oz., 90c. Postpaid. Danish Perfection DANISH PERFECTION — (Gold Seal Quality) — Is a very fine and improved variety of the Dwarf Erfurt type. While this cauliflower has only been on the market a short while, yet, year in and year out for md-season crop we recommend it as the most profitable and satisfactory cauliflower to plant, because it is surer to head in hot weather ; produces a compact white head of very attractive appearance which is Well protected with large, erect out-side leaves. It is very uniform in maturing and to use the words of the originator, the entire crop can be harvested at one time or cutting. This variety is especially recommended for dry season. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 90c; oz., $2.50; % lb., $9.00; I lb., $30.00. Postpaid. JVYWILD GARDENS The Western Seed Co., Denver, Colo. Gentlemen : ARVADA, COLO., Nov. 1, 1925. In regard to the cauliflower seed which I purchased from you this year, I recommend the Johnson’s Strain of seeds as the very best that we produced. Some other strains of cauliflower are faster to head or mature, but the quality was not as good. When the shipping season is on if you do not have the quality in your cauliflower, the shipper cannot use if. One crate of No. 1, first class quality is worth one hundred crates of poor stuff. When buying cauliflower seed, remember there is only one grade of cauliflower that the shipper can use and that is No. 1 — they never ship No. 2. After fifteen years’ experience in growing cauliflower, I say, buy Johnson’s strain of seed and be safe. Yours respectfully. (Signed) ROBERT R. FINCH. 35 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE French Grown Seed For Quality CARROTS ft Seed Tested For Germination Our Carrot Seeds Are All Selected French Grown and Can be Depended Upon as They Have Been Tested. CULTURE — The Carrot will do well in any good well worked soil. For early use sow the seed when the ground is fit to work, in rows 15 inches apart, and when 2 inches high, thin out so that the plants stand 2 inches apart in the row. For fall and winter use, sow the seed from the 1st to the 15th of June. The roots may be stored in cellar or pit, covered with dirt, where they will keep solid until late in the spring. Carrots are marketed in two different ways: that is, sold either in bunches or with the tops cut off and sacked. Some varieties that are a very good sort for bunching will not sell sacked. This rule applies to sack sorts that will not sell when bunched. EARLY CARENTAN — Earliest of all, nice color, tops comparatively small and well adapted to forcing in hotbeds and cold frames. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; l/n lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. EXTRA EARLY S>CARLET HORN— This variety should not be planted for the main crop. Its growing should be confined to the extra early marketing when as yet there are none of the standard varieties offered. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. EARLY HALF LONG NANTES— (Gold Seal Quality)— This variety is the. earliest of the standard sorts and on account of its fine bright color is planted very extensively in this sec.tion for a bunching carrot, presenting a very fine appearance when bunched. It is sweet and fine flavored, almost without a core, very fine grained. Excellent for home garden, as. well as for the market. One of the finest in quality and handsomest in shape of the medium sized sorts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; !4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. CHANTENAY — (Gold Seal Quality) — We consider this the standard Carrot, for when young it is about equal to the Nantes for bunching, and later when they increase in size are the best for sacking or for washing and to be sold in bushels. The Carrots grow about 6 inches long, fine grained, sweet and sugary. It is not as long as the Half- Long Danvers, and is more stump rooted and not apt to crack open while, growing. An excellent table variety and heavy cropper. Our seed is most carefully selected. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25 ; postpaid. FEONIA — A carrot of great promise, its bright orange-scarlet color, its splendid size, shape and productiveness all being very much in its favor. Although a cross between the Nantes and Chatenay, it resembles the Hutchinson more than any other, ' but the top is not quite so green. We feel that it will quickly take a leading, place among the sorts grown for bushel sales. Try it in your garden this year. You will be pleased with its good qualities. Pkt., 10c; 4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50; postpaid. Golden Self-Blanching i PAPER In the large celery growing districts of Florida and California they no longer use boards for bleaching their celery, but a special made paper is used, which is cheaper and more economical than boards ; quicker and cheaper to put on, and lasts just as long. PRICE: Roll 12 inches wide, 310 feet long, $2.25 each, not prepaid. #IE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo Celery CELERY Winter Varieties Giant Pascal HARTNER’S COUNTRY CLUB CELERY— This variety of celery is taking the place of the Pascal, being much easier to grow, also a better keeper and it grows to a larger size. It is equal in flavor to Pascal ; in fact, many authorities consider it superior to the Pascal. The stems or stalks are thick and meaty, producing very sturdy plants with a large heart, however the outer stalks are just as palatable. It should be planted for fall or winter use only, the same as Pascal. Our supply of this seed is very short, therefore we cannot promise to fill very large orders. Pkt., 25c; 1 oz., $1.25; XA lb., $4.00; *4 lb., $7.50; 1 lb., $12.00; postpaid. HARTNER’S GIANT PASCAL — This Pascal is an improved and highly developed strain of Giant Pascal. It is much larger than the regular Pascal and free from soft stalks. The seed is grown in Colo- rado. Its appearance and form are perfect, and its eating qualities are better than any celery ever offered for the table. It is free from strings, crisp and sweet, and does not get soft. For the market gardener and winter Celery growers there is none better. Its earliness and size make it the most profitable of all Celery. By early, we mean that it grows to an enormous size and grows quick so that it can be wrapped in paper and bleached above ground weeks before frost. It can be harvested from the field at the high prices that prevail for early Pascal Celery. Thousands of dozens of Celery are sold this way and the grower does away with trenching ; or else, it can be allowed to grow still larger and just before cold weather can be stored for the winter in trenches, keeping perfectly until spring. When taken out it will be bleached and possesses the rich, nutty flavor that is making it the favorite Pascal. Pkt., 25c; *4 oz., 50c; 1 oz., 75c; XA lb., $2.00; 1 lb., $6.00; postpaid. GIANT PASCAL (French) — By many Giant Pascal is considered the sweetest and best flavored Celery grown and on account of its. fine keeping qualities it is one of the best winter varieties. The plants are usually started in cold frames and planted in the open during the month of June, and as late as July 10th. To enable the grower to market this variety earlier than November 1st, ordinary newspaper is used to wrap about the stalk while growing in the field, and left so until the stalk, which was originally dark green, becomes whitened. Although Pascal, when treated in this manner, brings a very good price, it does not acquire as sweet a flavor as when trenched. This strain of seed is French-grown and of very good quality, however, planters who grow for the market prefer Hartner’s Giant Pascal, which is listed here. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; *4 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50; postpaid. CHICORY WITLOOF, OR FRENCH ENDIVE— Is used principally as a winter salad, and it is most delicious served with French dressing. The seed should be sown in the open ground not later than June, in drills 12 to 18 inches apart and the seedlings should be thinned out to stand not closer than 3 inches. The plants form long, parsnip-shaped roots which are lifted in the fall, trimmed of leaves and stored in a cool place until wanted for forcing. The roots should be planted upright about iy2 to 2 inches apart in a trench 16 to 18 inches deep. The roots when grown as above produce leaves which are delicious as a winter salad. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; J4 lb., 90c; postpaid, IMPROVED LARGE LEAVED — As the name indicates, the leaves of this sort are larger than the common kinds. This is a very super- ior variety. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 54 lb-* 50c; 1 lb., $1.50; postpaid. LARGE ROOTED — The roots are cut in thick slices, roasted and used instead of coffee. Leaves in the spring are also used for salads. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 54 lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50 ; postpaid. CHIVES An onion-like plant, used in salads and for flavoring soups. The plant also makes an excellent ornamental garden bed edging, which may frequently be cut, a new growth of leaves appearing soon after each cutting. One sowing will answer for about three years. Pkt., 5c; 54 oz., 25c; 1 oz., 75c; postpaid. (Chive Plants — See Page 65) CHERVIL A hardy plant which resembles double curled parsley and is used for flavoring and garnishing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 54 lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. CELERIAC, or TURNIP ROOTED CELERY Grown for the roots, which are large, turnip-shaped ; tops very small. Although the consumption is limited, due to the fact that its eating qualities are so little known, for a salad it excels all other varieties of Celery, having a fine flavor. It can also be stewed or used for flavoring. It may be stored like beets and will keep all winter. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; XA lb., 70c; 1 lb., $2.25; postpaid. Celeriac 39 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Our Prices are Postpaid up to and Including: Ten Pounds. CORN Sweet, or Table Varieties You Should Plant Western Grown CULTURE A rich, warm sandy soil is the best, but excellent sweet corn can be raised on any good, ordinary soil if it is deeply and thor- oughly worked before planting. In the West sweet corn should be planted as early as can be done without risking great loss from frosts or from rotting of the seed in the soil. If planted in rows, make the rows about four feet apart and place the seed 14 to 16 inches apart in the row covering 1 inch deep with fine soil firmly pressed down. If planted in hills, make the hills for the early varieties 3 feet apart each way and plant 6 kernels to the hill. For the later sorts the hills should be not less than 4 feet apart each way. Hoe frequently, and when 6 inches high thin so as to leave three or four plants in the hill. Give frequent and thorough but shallow cultivation until the tassels HartnePs Extra Early Pearl See Page 8 Golden Evergreen See Page 8 Pop Corn See Page 24 MAMMOTH WHITE CORY — An early variety and a great improve- ment over the old Cory. The ears are handsome, even, broad-grained and very long for an early sort, bearing from two to three ears on a stalk, making it very productive. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; Z? lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c lb. less. EXTRA EARLY ADAMS— This variety is not grown for its eating qualities (as it is not very sweet) but is planted for the early market, as the higher prices that are paid for the first roasting ears make it profitable. Postpaid; Pkt., 5c; large size package, 10c; J/2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.60. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. EARLY GOLDEN BANTAM— (Gold Seal Quality)— Is the sweetest, richest and most tender sweet corn grown. One of the finest. The ears are from 6 to 7 inches long, eight rowed, filled with broad, sweet, golden yellow kernels of a delightful flavor. It may be planted from 10 days to 2 weeks earlier than most sweet corns, as it is not as apt to rot as many of the softer kinds. It is as early as the Cory and of much better flavor. It is always good, whether planted in the spring or during the summer. We advise all lovers of sweet corn to give “Golden Bantam” a trial. Prepaid: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; Yz lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. DE LUE’S GOLDEN GIANT— It is very similar to the Golden Ban- tam, however, not quite as deep golden in color, nor quite so good in quality but ears are larger and a little later. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; Zz lb., 15c; lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. Many growers in the vicinity of Denver had been saving their own seed for years, thinking it better than they could purchase from seed stores, but since we have introduced this special strain of Howling Mob, they have given up their private stocks and our special strain has taken their places. This corn is not only a very profitable corn for the market gard- ener but is also a favorite for the home gardens. Now, if you are interested in corn and intend to plant this year, we want you to give our special strain a trial, for we are certain that satisfaction will result. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size Pkt., 10c; i/2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. EARLY MINNESOTA — An old favorite early sweet corn. Good sort for the market and home garden. Stalks about 5^ feet high, bearing one or two long eight-rowed ears. Grains very broad, sweet and tender. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; Zz lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. PEEP O’DAY — A very early small-eared variety of western origin. The stalks grow 3 feet high, are well leaved and average two fine ears to the stalk. Ears are small, about 6 inches long, well filled from butt to tip, having 10 rows of small grains, which are very sweet. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c: Zz lb'„ 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser's expense, 5c per lb. less. POPCORN, SEE PAGE 24 Early Golden Bantam HOWLING MOB (Special Strain) — Our special strain of Howling Mob seed corn has won the favor of our best market gardeners. It > has been bred to . produce corn ready for the market six to eight days earlier' than the old strains; in fact, the special strain offered by us is such an improvement that it has often been taken for Stowell’s Evergreen. The stalks are strong and vigorous, producing two to three extra large ears to each stalk, and we have counted as many as 18 to 20 rows of pearly, tender grains to the ear. 40 Sweet Corn WESTERN SEEDCO^Denver, Colo. SWEET CORN — Continued NEW WHITE EVERGREEN — Stalks 7 feet high, producing ears fully as large as Stowell’s, but about five days earlier, and the grains remain tender considerably longer. Sixteen or more rows of deep grains, which are of extreme whiteness, protected by a thick, heavy husk. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; «/2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.15; 10 lbs., $2.00. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c less. STOWELL’S EVERGREEN — (Gold Seal Quality) — This is the corn with the long, deep kernels ; the kind you enjoy eating. This variety is the most widely known and best advertised of all late sweet corns, and therefore there is more Stowell’s Evergreen planted for late crop than all other late varieties together. The large ears of 18 to 20 rows of long, deep, juicy, tender kernels makes it such a favorite. It produces an abundant amount of fodder. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c ; /z lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 1® lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. Early May Flower EARLY EVERGREEN— (Gold Seal Quality)— The ears of this fine corn are 10 inches long, being mostly 14 to 18 rows ; a magnificent kind for market gardeners and for main crop in the home garden. It ripens ten to twelve days in advance of Stowell’s Evergreen and re- mains green a long time. Two plantings will extend until frost, but the ears are not quite as large as Stowell’s. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; % lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. WHITE MEXICAN — A somewhat new variety* in this section. An early sort of extra good quality. Just as early as the Cory, but a larger and longer ear. Pure white. Does not show the objectionable deep furrow between the rows. It is far ahead of anything of the season for size and quality. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; /2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.15; 10 lbs., $2.00. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c lb. less. BLACK MEXICAN — This* corn when in condition for the table cooks remarkably white, but the ripe grain is black or bluish black. It is unsurpassed in tenderness and fine quality. Very desirable for family use. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; /2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at pur- chaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. WHITE COB CORY — The main variety of corn for early planting, being one of the first of the sweet varieties. The stalks are usually from 4 to 4% feet high, each bearing two or three ears that have eight rows. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; % lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.85. If by express or freight at pur- chaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. Country Gentleman COUNTRY GENTLEMAN OR SHOE-PEG— The sweetest and by many regarded as the most delicious of all sweet corn. A very produc- tive sort, bearing several ears on a stalk, medium sized, covered with small, very irregular, deep, pure white kernels. A late variety. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; /2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.15; 10 lbs., $2.00. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. CORN SALAD CORN SALAD — A most refreshing salad. Hardy, much used dur- ing winter instead of lettuce. May be sown either in the spring or fall. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; [A lb., 60eo CRESS GARDEN CRESS OR PEPPER GRASS— Much used with lettuce, to which flavor it adds an agreeable pungency. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; ^4 lb., 60c. TRUE WATER — The pleasant, peculiar flavor of water cress makes it one of the most delicate salads for table use. It will grow where there is a supply of good fresh water. Pkt., 5c; oz., 60c; XA lb., $2.25. EARLY MAY FLOWER — (Gold Seal Quality) — In the May Flower we offer you one of the earliest sweet corns, being ten days earlier than the Early White Cory. The ears are very much larger than the Cory, having ten and twelve rows of kernels, and in quality will be found far superior in spite of its extreme earliness. The stalks are six inches to a foot shorter than the Cory. No one appreciates the above merits in sweet corn more than the market gardener, for he realizes that to obtain the highest prices that are paid for corn he must have it on the market early, and the corn must be of good size and sweet flavor, such as is produced by this wonderful corn. From comparison we note there are offered two or three different strains of May Flower corn. And comparing them to our special strain we find that our stock cannot be equaled in earliness, size of ear and productiveness. Don’t fail to get our genuine special strain. Prices: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; /2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.15; 10 lbs., $1.95; postpaid. If by express or freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, 5c per lb. less. 41 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE * + Our Cucumber Seeds are all | I Colorado grown, and will produce | I heavy crops. I *„ * CUCUMBERS (Prices on Cucumbers Postpaid) t — „ — « Besides being dealers in Seeds, | we are Colorado’s largest shippers | of Vegetables. 4" — — >■» — .... — .... — — .... — "" — "" — -4. ib CULTURE As soon as the weather has become settled and warm, plant in hills four to six feet apart each way, with eight to ten seeds in a hill. Cover one-half an inch deep, smoothing the hiU off with the hoe. When the plants are out of danger of insects, thin out to three or four plants to a hill. Cultivate and hoe often until the plants begin to make runners or vines. DAVIS PERFECT— This is the popular cucumber so greatly used by all market gardeners, being productive, dark green in color, and grows 8 to 14 inches in length, having few seeds, and remains green a long time A good keeper. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. IMPERIAL — (Gold Seal Quality) — This cucumber which we are in- troducing is by far the best cucumber so far offered, as it is longer, greener and more perfect in shape than the Davis Perfect or the Ford- hook Famous. For outdoor planting this is without a doubt the best to plant. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb., $1.50. See NOVELTIES— Page 7. KLONDIKE — This sort is a leader in many of the Eastern markets for early or late crop. Fruits are of the improved White Spine shape, although they do not show as much white at the tips as the White Spine. They are long, of a deep green color, very productive and ex- tremely early. Postplaid: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.25. EVERBEARING — An early and prolific variety. If fruits are kept j gathered the vines will continue to bear throughout the season. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. Postpaid. EARLY CLUSTER — Fruits slender and very desirable for pickling | —very prolific. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. Postpaid. FORDHOOK FAMOUS — This cucumber is the True White Spine type. The vines are vigorous, producing an enormous crop of per- fectly smooth, dark green fruit, measuring 8 to 12 inches in length. They are always straight, never turn yellow and are extremely solid. Flesh firm and white and most delicious in flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 54 lb-, 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. Postpaid. BOSTON PICKLING CUCUMBER— This type of pickling cucumber is one of the old standards that has been in use for many years and, like the Chicago Pickling, is being used by many of the factories. The fruit can be used for any kind of pickles from the Gherkins to the Dill. For home use this is the favorite on account of its being so prolific. Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. Postpaid. Davis Perfect IMPROVED LONG GREEN — The standard cucumber for either slicing or pickling, the Long Green enjoys about twice the wide use that does any other. It is extremely prolific, medium late and for hardiness and disease-resistance is the best variety. The ends taper somewhat and it is slightly warted. For general use for all purposes there is no superior to Long Green. The small pickles are well shaped, while in the slicing stage the fruits are very attractive. It is some- times called “London Long Green.” Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 15c; !4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. WHITE SPINE OR ARLINGTON — A very productive variety, al- though not as green nor as long as Davis Perfect, being somewhat thicker than the other varieties. For pickling and* slicing combined this is our selection. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; }4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. JAPANESE CLIMBING — A vigorous grower ; can be trained on a trellis; fruits from 12 to 16 inches long, dark green and smooth, flesh pure white, crisp and tender. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; >4 lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50. Postpaid. Snow Pickling DANDELION FRENCH COMMON — This is considered by many as the best variety and is by no means the same as our wild dandelion, being greatly improved. It is grown for the leaves, which are used as spinach and salads, roots being dried and sold for medicinal purposes. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c. Postpaid. ENDIVE GREEN CURLED — Leaves finely cut and curled, present- ing a very fine appearance. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; J4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN— Broad, thick wrinkled leaves form a very large head. Much used in soups and stews; also makes excellent salad. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 15c; 54 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. HORSERADISH This well known vegetable needs no description. It pro- duces no seeds, and is planted from roots only. Roots, 20c per dozen, postpaid. See Page 65. CHICAGO, OR WESTERFIELD PICKLING— A variety grown ex- tensively for the large pickling establishments throughout the country. Fruit m medium, pointed at each end, deep green color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb„ 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. Postpaid. SNOW PICKLING — A new variety esteemed by growers and pickle factories above all others for pickling. It is an early maturing, very small, dark green pickle, cylindrical ends rather blunt. The stock we offer is true. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. Postpaid. Green Curled Endive 42 Egg Plant #E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. EGG PLANT CULTURE — In February or March, sow in hotbeds and keep warm. When two inches high, transplant to pots or to good rich soil, and about the middle of May set out in the open 3 feet apart each way. Egg plant must have deep and thorough cultivation. Black Beauty EARLY TOKIO — Earliest variety and not as large as the New York Improved, but longer in shape. It should be planted only when early fruit is desired, but we do not advise it for a main crop. Postpaid : Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; 'A lb., $1.25. BLACK BEAUTY— (Gold Seal Quality)— Ten days to two weeks earlier than the New York Improved. Fruit a little longer in shape and slightly darker. It is entirely free from spines around the corollis. Is of dark, rich, purplish-black color. Very attractive. Slen- did for either early crop or very late planting. It is a healthy grower and a remarkable yielder. Pkt., 15c; oz, 50c; % lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $5.00. New York Improved NEW YORK IMPROVED— (Gold Seal Qual- ity)— This variety is a general favorite for both market and home gardens. The plant is spineless, large and spreading with light green foliage. It usually produces four to six large, oval fruits of a splendid dark purple color. The vigor and productiveness of the plants and the large size, earliness and fine quality of its fruits make it a most profitable variety for Market Gardeners. Pkt., 15c; oz., 50c; 54 lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $5.00. GARLIC SETS We have a selected lot of good, clean bulbs that will all grow. Those who are fond of this vegetable for flavoring should raise their own supply. % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 50c; postpaid. For larger amounts get our special price. Early White Vienna Kohl Rabi KALE DWARF CURLED SCOTCH — Most popular variety for general use. Leaves much curled and very tender; color bright green. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. LEEK (Prices Postpaid) A species of onion which does not form a bulb but is used for its mild, delicious root, stem or neck. It dan be planted in rows, and! the young plants thinned to about four inches. When well grown, hill up with earth to get a long white stem. Leek is a vegetable of unusual merit, and is not half appreciated by the American people. BROAD LONDON (Large American Flag) — This is a strong growing variety, producing large, thick stems of sweet flavor when properly blanched. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; 54 lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.25. LARGE ROUEN — A very good, strong growing variety, forming large stems of good flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; 1 lb.. $2.25. KOHL RABI (Easy to Grow) This vegetable, when young and tender, is fine for table use; when matured keeps splendidly, and is fine for soup flavoring. For early use, sow in hotbeds, transplant and cultivate like early cabbage. For winter use, sow in rows in the middle of June or first of July, transplanting or thinning to eight inches apart. EARLY WHITE VIENNA— Skin light green, flesh white, leaves smooth and short. Well adapted to forcing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; J4 lb., 60c. EARLY PURPLE VIENNA — The swollen stem and leaves are of purplish color; flesh attractive light green Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; ^4 lb., 60c. Giant Canadian GIANT CANADIAN — This Leek is a very good vegetable although not very well known to the American kitchen, but wherever tried it has been given a^rmanent place among the^efetables.S It is a species of the onion family, but much sweeter and milder than the onion being used mostly for flavoring where the mild onion taste is desired, or it can be boiled the same as boiling onions and served withbuttersaltand pepper. They should be started early in the spring, indoors, and transplanted to the open after danger of frost is over. Giant Canadian Leek is the largest species ever introduced. Anyone trying it is bound to be pleased. Pkt., 5c, oz., 30c, A $ • 43 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE MOUNTAIN ICEBERG j V.-1" MOUNTAIN ICEBERG OR IMPROVED NEW YORK— Our strain of Mountain Iceberg or Improved New York has been bred up to the highest standard and is especially adapted to Mountain planting — our aim has been to produce a type of healthy, round, headed plants and one that is slow to go to seed. Our MOUNTAIN ICEBERG or Improved New York has not proved a single dissapointment in four years. Our policy is not to offer Mountain Iceberg unless it has been tried by Us and is at least two years old. In comparison with all other strains our Mountain Iceberg has proved most satisfactory ; heads growing to a very good size and especially solid; resembling a head of cabbage when cut through the center. It is a long-keeping variety... and a six-pound head is not unusual. It is the sweetest, most tender, solid, and crisp lettuce grown Growers must not get our Mountain Iceberg confused with the ordinary Iceberg which is althogether a different variety of lettuce. PRICES: GOLD SEAL TESTED— 1923 CROP Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; 1 oz., 35c; XA lb., $1.30; 1 lb., $4.25; 5 lbs., $20.00; 10 lbs, $35.00. GOLD SEAL TESTED— 1924 CROP 1 lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $17.50; 10 lbs., $32.< NEW YORK OR WONDERFUL OR LOS ANGELES MARKET— BEST CALIFORNIA GROWN— This variety produces very large, solid heads, the interior of which is beautifully blanched a creamy white, very crisp, and of excellent flavor. The leaves of this head lettuce are somewhat curled. It is one of the surest heading vari- eties and stands the heat and dry weather better than most sorts. It is the variety grown so extensively and success- fully in the Imperial Valley of California. Outer leaves dark green, curled at the edges. Some growers prefer the cone shaped or pointed heads, while others desire the flat or round heads. We can furnish either variety, when ordering please state which variety you desire. The adjoining cut shows two heads of lettuce stripped of their outer leaves, thus enabling you to get an idea of the cabbage-like formation of this variety. The two heads in this picture weighed a fraction over four pounds. On account of its large size one must be sure to thin down to 14 to 16 inches in the row, giving it ample room to thrive and head. When fully matured it is con- sidered the finest sort either for the table or shipping trade. The seed _ of this variety that we are offering is a special strain that is grown for us exclusively by one of the most careful and efficient lettuce seed growers of the West. It would be impossible to secure a more per- fect strain. New York or Wonderful or Los Angeles Market PRICES: BEST QUALITY 1925 CROP Pkt., 10c; y3 oz., 20c; 1 oz., 30c; XA lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; 5 lbs., $16.00; 10 lbs.. $30.00. 1924 CROP— TESTED SEED 1 lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $17.50; 10 lbs., $32.00. NEW YORK OR WONDERFUL (Imported) — Some growers tried the European grown seed of this variety and report better results than from Domestic Seed. We offer genuine best quality European Grown New York, 1925 Crop. Prices: Pkt., 10c; x/z oz., 20c; oz., 30c; lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; 5 lbs., $16.00; 10 lbs., $30.00. Culture of Mountain Iceberg Lettuce The general opinion seems to be that proper climate, that is cool nights, is all that is necessary to produce Iceberg ; but there is one more condition that is equally as important and that is soil. Almost as many fields have been lost due to poor soil as from any other cause. Most all Colorado soils are amply supplied with the mineral fertilizers but most of them are lacking in humus; therefore it is almost always safe to add manure. Lettuce should never be planted on soils of poor quality. Irrigation or rain is necessary throughout the entire growing period, but the crop is easily ruined by an excess of water. The crop stands cold weather better than heat and that is the reason such wonderful lettuce is produced in our mountains. At the time of planting, the soil should be in the finest possible condition. Drill in rows 20 to 24 inches apart and when the plants have two to four leaves then thin out to .12 to 14 inches apart in rows. Mountain Iceberg has many long roots and the plants require a great deal of nourishment, therefore, they must not be crowded. There should always be an adequate amount of moisture in the soil from the time the plants have commenced to head until they have matured. The hoeing necessary will vary from one to three times. The earth around the plants should not be allowed to harden. In warm weather the lettuce should be cut early in the morning and never when the heads are wet, as in that condition they will heat and quickly rot. The field is gone over from two to five times during the cutting season. Many growers are too impatient to fill orders and this impatience is costing them one-fourth of their crop. This temptation to sell before the crops mature too often robs the grower of his profit. Remember, all crops nearly double their tonnage the last two weeks of growth. 44 y E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Lettuce MARKETING MARKETING — There are two ways of disposing of the crop — either selling out-right or on commission. No doubt to sell out-right is the most satisfactory to the grower, as he knows at the time he delivers his lettuce just what it is bringing, and the time will come when all Lettuce, Cauliflower, etc., will be said that way, but many growers still prefer the consignment basis as they are able to line up with reliable and experienced shippers who handle the grower’s goods just like it was his own — but such firms are few. Do not sign a contract with any firm until you have thoroughly investigated their past record and method of doing business — see that they are financially responsible. Your banker will help you. This past year demonstrated the necessity of a good selling agent, as the crop was large and the lettuce did not sell itself as it did in 1924. Anybody could get a good price that year, but it took a real selling organization to sell a crop to advantage in 1925. It appeared to us that some shippers did not care what ihey sold the growers’ crop for — the cheaper the better. It looked like they were working for the buyer at Ihe other end, instead of the grower who was really paying the shipper for his services. We particularly noticed some mixed car shippers here in Denver who almost continually sold lettuce in mixed c>ars from 25c to 50c under the market. Of course this can easily be explained, for they got ihe lettuce on consignment but the other goods, such as cabbage, celery, beans, tomatoes, etc., they had their own money invested, so to induce a sale they cut the price on the lettuce. On August 16, 1920, we packed and shipped the first car load of Mountain Iceberg that ever left Colorado and that was the start of one of Colorado’s industries. The lettuce shipped was the variety known as New York Wonderful or Los Angeles Market, but we called it Mountain Iceberg and we hope the name “New York” will be dropped, for if there ever was a lettuce misnamed and confusing it is this variety. While in New York they produce great quantities of lettuce, yet, it is all the Big Boston variety. They can not grow the New York or Wonderful, nor is the seed produced there, so the name is confusing and the sooner the name Mountain Iceberg is used the easier is will be to sell and the quicker it will be advertised and the demand increased. If any dealer or shipper was to offer a car of Lettuce in the East or South and call it New York, Los Angeles- Market or Wonderful, he would not get anyone to take it, even at half price, but, call it Mountain Iceberg and the buyer understands and usually buys. Besides selling seed, Lettuce Growing and Marketing is our specialty. Being one of the largest producers of lettuce in the United States, we own and operate lettuce farms in Colorado (for our summer supply) and in California (for our winter supply). Besides being growers, we are also one of the largest shippers of lettuce in the United States. Our aim is to have lettuce every day in the year. We operate in the Mountain districts of Colorado, Northern California, Imperial Valley, California, Arizona, and in Washington, and'we point with pride to the returns we give the growers for their lettuce. Whether we handle your crop of lettuce or not we would like to have the opportunity of supply- ing you with the highest quality of seed. QUALITY The four dozen size is the most desirable, however, a great deal has to do with the market conditions. When lettuce is very .scarce they will use five or six dozen and it need not be best quality, but on an over-stocked market the trade is very hard to please. They demand perfect lettuce and it is unwise for the grower to cut and haul anything but the best. LETTUCE— Other Head Varieties A P*- ^ ; V~'' ' . ' LETTUCE CULTURE (Outdoor Planting) — Lettuce can be sown either broadcast or drilled in rows, but in either case* must be thinned out, leaving the plants about six inches apart, so that they may have room to form a head. Before planting the seed, however, the ground must be thoroughly worked and a perfect seed bed must be prepared. Immediately after the third leaf starts to show start thinning and hoeing; being sure to cut out all the small weeds. To assure perfect, well-headed lettuce, patches should be hoed and weeded three cr four times through the growing period. Lettuce should be full grown five or six weeks from planting. M&y King MAY KING — It has solid round heads, and will bear transportation better than almost any other variety. For early spring planting in the open ground or under glass it is unequalled. The plants grow 5 to 6 inches in diameter; the outer leaves are so closely folded, the plant is practically all head. It is hardy, as well as very early, and a quick grower. Leaves are a light green, the outer leaves slightly tinged with brown, inner leaves a bright yellow. In flavor it is par- ticularly rich, buttery and tender. May King has certainly been high- ly appreciated whenever grown or tried, and is sure to become popular both in home or market gardens where an early butter head lettuce is wanted. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; l/4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. HANSON — A very fine large-heading variety; leaves curled on the edges ; light yellowish-green. Heads crisp and brittle, with very fine flavor; very best home garden variety. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; ,»z., 15c; J4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1,00. TENNIS BALL OR IMPROVED TENNIS BALL— Does well for early as well as summer planting and forms a medium sized head, very desirable for the family table. Inner leaves are a rich golden cream and are very tender and palatable. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. CULTURE (For Winter Forcing) — Make sowings from September to February. Sow the curled varieties about every1 four weeks, the Head or Cabbage sort about six weeks apart. As one crop is cut out another may be planted. For early spring crop sow under glass in January or February, and transplant in the open. For fall planting, sow the hardy varieties in September and transplant, when large enough, to cold frames nine inches apart. » ICEBERG — This is not the same as Mountain Iceberg, but is planted in districts where a little warmer weather is experienced. A beautiful lettuce, with large, curly leaves of a bright, light green, with a very slight reddish tinge at the edges. Handsome heads, unusually solid because of the natural tendency of the large, strong leaves to turn in, which causes thorough blanching. Crisp, tender and fine flavor. Pkt., 5c; % oz., 10c; 1 oz., 20c; *4 lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50. Big Boston (Gold Seal) BIG BOSTON (Gold Seal Quality)- — A very de- sirable large variety for forcing in cold frames and for outdoor planting. Plants are large, hardy, vig- orous. Leaves broad, smooth, thin, of a light green color with a tint of red on outer edge. It forms good-sized heads and does particularly well during the cool fall and spring months. Heads firm and of superior quality. When grown in cold frames, the heads are not as tight as when grown outside. One of the best market varieties we know. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 15c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.25. 45 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Curled, or Leaf Varieties of Lettuce (Prices Postpaid) Grand Rapids GRAND RAPIDS — (Gold Seal Quality) — Especially adapted for the greenhouse culture in the winter ; also the best leaf lettuce to bow outside for the summer market, and recommended for the family use. Grand Rapids is what is known as a curly or leaf lettuce. It does not form a head but produces beautiful long curly and wrinkled leaves. It has been the favorite of the market gardeners in this vicinity for a number of years. It is extremely early, very hardy, tender, crispy, and of rich green color which makes it a favorite wherever grown. Grand Rapids Lettuce is an improved strain of the Simpson Lettuce and was never known to fail to produce a good crop. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25. DENVER MARKET — While this lettuce is classed as a leaf variety, under favorable weather conditions it heads up fairly well. The leaves are long, well curled and crinkled. It is an excellent home garden variety and a quick grower. Adapted to both early and late planting. Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; *4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. PRIZE HEAD — A large, loose-headed variety ; leaves -are large and very curly, bright green color ; tinted on the edges with reddish-brown and very crisp and of line flavor. Not considered very profitable for the market, buti one of the most desired for home gardens. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON — Forms large, loose heads; leaves thin and exceedingly tender, of light green color; used for forcing and out- door planting. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; (4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. EARLY CURLED SIMPSON — Also known as White Seeded Simp- son; a loose headed variety, leaves much crumpled. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c* 54 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. COS LETTUCE OR SALAD ROMAINE— Much esteemed for its fresh crispness. Leaves are long, smooth, narrow, spoonshaped, fold- ing into loose heads. Culture same as other lettuces. Pkt.. 5c*’ laree pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 54 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. OUR SEEDS ARE COLORADO GROWN AND TESTED WATERMELONS PRICES ON MELON SEED ARE POSTPAID CULTURE — The soil for Watermelons must be light, rich and sandy, for if grown on a heavy soil the quality will be poor, and they will not be so early. To make certain of raising good Watermelons, it is essential that the plants have a good start, and to this end it is, important to prepare hills about eight feet apart, by thoroughly work- ing into the soil an abundance of well rotted manure. When the ground is warm and there is no more danger of frost, drop 8 to 10 seeds in hills eight feet apart each way, covering about % inch deep. As soon as plants commence to run, thin out to three best plants in a hill and cultivate until vines cover the whole ground. For extra early Melons use our Hotkaps. See Page 98. GEORGIA RATTLESNAKE — One of the oldest and most popular sorts, and frequently known as Gypsy. A large oblong variety with decided stripes of light and deep green. Rind is tough, but the flesh is of good quality and bright red ; a good shipping and market melon. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. ROCKY FORD — Same as Kleckley’s Sweet. HARRIS EARLIEST — An extra early melon of excellent quality. The fruits are exceptionally large for so early a variety, slightly oval with irregular mottled broad stripes of light and dark green. The , flesh is bright red, sweet and tender. Seed black. The vines are vig- orous and productive. One of the best varieties for northern latitudes. We tried it for several seasons and are convinced that it is the very best first early melon for the home garden. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; V* lb 25c; 1 lb., 75c. Georgia Rattlesnake Halbert’s Honey EXCEL — The largest shipping melon yet produced, good flavor, rind dark green and tough ; flesh solid, crisp and sweet, similar in shape to Kleckley Sweet but thicker. Melons cut big red hearts, showing few seeds. It is a very prolific melon. The seeds are both black and white. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; 5 lbs., $4.00; 10 lbs., $7.50. HALBERT’S HONEY — Excels Kleckley’s Sweet, which it resembles slightly. The vines are of strong, vigorous growth and many large melons are frequently seen clustered closely together. The melons aver- age 18 to 20 inches long and are full or a little blunt at the ends. The meat is a deep red color and free from stringiness ; seeds white. The combination of a dark green rind, bright red meat without strings, and the delightful delicious flavor make it a favorite. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.25. IRISH GRAY — A valuable early melon, for although a grand shipper it is equally fine for the home garden. The color is a dis- tinct mottled gray, flesh red, sweet and crisp and free from stringiness. Our seed are especially adapted to Western country. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; 10 lbs., $8.50. 46 #IE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo Melons KLECKLEY SWEET OR ROCKY FORD— ! The finest of medium early watermelons, and | very popular wherever it has been thoroughly tested. It is of superb luscious flavor. While the skin is perhaps too thin to admit of the melon being shipped very great distances to market, it is most desirable to plant for home I use or local markets. The melons themselves ax-e very large and oblong in form, with dark ! gi*een skin, thin rind, which is very brittle. Flesh is bright scarlet with solid heart, de- liciously crisp, sugary and splendid in every way. The melons average from 18 to 20 inches in length by 10 to 12 inches in diameter ; of handsome appearance. Ripen early, and are most desirable for the home garden. Our seed is Colorado grown, and selected ' fi*om first class, well matured melons. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 5 lbs., < $3.25 ; postpaid. MELON S — Continued Kleckley’s Sweet KLONDIKE WATERMELON — is diffei'ent from any other melon ; grows medium size ; remarkable flavor and sweetness ; rind thin but tough ; the seeds very small ; flesh firm. We especially recommend it to people who grow melons for local markets. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.25; postpaid. BLACK SEEDED CHILIAN — An unusual melon of exceptional merit; very solid, extra crisp and very sugary. A very fine shipping and eating melon, contains but few seeds, flesh firm and deep red. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.40; postpaid, ICE CREAM OR PEERLESS — One of the best early sorts for the home garden and for the market gardeners who deliver direct to con- sumers. The vines are moderately vigorous, hardy and productive. The fruits are very tender, medium sized, oval to medium long, bright green, finely veined with a darker shade. The rind is thin. The flesh is bright scarlet, solid, crisp and very sweet. Seed white. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.25; postpaid. COLES EARLY WATERMELON — One of our best early varieties. It is to be classed as a round melon but is slightly oval and of fairly good size for an early sort. The rind is medium thick ; the flesh bright scarlet and of excellent flavor. It is termed one of the sweetest melons in cultivation. A dandy melon to grow where seasons are short and the later kinds do not mature. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.25; postpaid. HUNGARIAN HONEY— -A new melon imported by us. It is very early and well adapted to short seasons and Northern latitudes. Melons are perfectly round, ten to fourteen inches in diameter, and flesh ia brilliant red, sweet and sugary. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; Vz lb.. 75c; 1 lb., $1.25. CHRISTMAS WATERMELON OR WINTER QUEEN— For descrip- tion see Page 6. CASSABA AND HONEY DEW (Postpaid) CULTURE — They should be planted and cultivated the same as muskmelons. and just before the first frost they should be gathered and stored in straw or in cellars, until November or later. GOLDEN BEAUTY CASSABA— One of the best of the autumn Cas- sabas, resembling in appearance a golden yellow plum pudding with the top cut off. Of medium size, six to eight inches in diameter, easily grown, very prolific. The fruits are easily handled, being firm and heavy. Golden Beauty ripens early in Sep- tember and fruits can be kept until well into December. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; ^4 lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.50. WINTER PINEAPPLE CASSABA — The best of the winter varieties, ripening after harvest and keeping in eating condition, if properly handled, until well into Februax*y. The fruit is sea green, and mottled with dark green at the base ; rather large in size, being ten to twelve inches in diameter ; very heavy and firm as a rock. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; lb., 60c; 1 lb., $2.00. HONEY DEW (The Sweetest Vegetable Grown) Western Grown— The fruit when ripe is truly the sweetest, juiciest, most delicious and palatable of any melon or cantaloupe ob- tainable. If in doubt just try this : Place some nice Honey Dews in a warm place until the rind is just slightly soft, then place in ice box or other cold place for 24 hours and when thirsty or hungry eat them. The Honey Dew very seldom ripens on the vine, but is harvested before frost and stored away from danger of freezing, and then, like the banana or green tomato it will gradually ripen. The vine is very vigorous and seldom affected by rust. Produces 6 to 10 melons of uniform size. As shown by the cut, its shape is almost round ; has a very smooth golden yellow sui-face, but turns a dull cream when ripe. The flesh is green with a texture like a Bartlett Pear, but as sweet as honey. It is an excellent keeper. Give it a trial and you will have melons on your table or for market until Thanksgiving. Price: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.40. TOM WATSON — A standard in watermelons, and of sterling merit. The fruit is very large. Many melons weighing 50 to 60 pounds and measuring 18 to 24 inches in length. Its rind is very thin, but ex- ceedingly tough and on this account it is one of the very best shipping varieties. The skin is a dark mottled green, while the flesh is a brilliant scarlet, and the heart is very large with a small seed area. The flavor is most delicious and refreshing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb 25c; 1 lb., 75c. Christmas Wlatermelon or Winter Queen Honey Dew BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE ♦ MUSKMELONS AND CANTALOUPES CULTURE — A rich, sandy soil and good seed are absolutely necessary for success in raising the best melons. The seed should not be planted until the ground has become dry and warm. Plant in hills 6 feet apart, dropping 8 seeds to the hill. Rich earth is far better than manure, but if the latter is used see that it is well rotted and thoroughly mixed with the soil. After danger of frost and insects are past, thin to 3 to 4 of the strongest plants to each hill. Cultivate often but not too deep. Jointly with The Blotz-Henneman Seed Co. of Rocky Ford, we are the sole distributors of the Morrison s Seed Growers Association Canta- loupe Seed. Improved Salmon-Tint Pollock 10-25 BURRELL GEM— IMPROVED PINK MEAT— OSAGE GEM— PINK QUEEN — This melon is larger than the other Rocky Ford. Shape is oblong, tapering to the ends. It produces a large per cent of Jumbo melons which sell at a premium. The flesh is a golden pink, very thick and fine grained. It has a rich spicy flavor, seed cavity is small and is an excellent shipper. It has a firm rind which is slightly ribbed and almost entirely covered with a solid grey net. PRICE: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 40c; 1 lb., to 10 lbs., $1.00 per lb. IMPROVED BURRELL GEM OR JUMBO PINK MEAT— Morrison’s own growing. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; *4 lb., 50c; 1 lb. to 10 lbs., $1.50 per lb. LONG ISLAND BEAUTY — This muskmelon is ‘ of large size, well flattened, heavily ribbed and netted. Handsome in appearance and of fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. EMERALD GEM — A salmon-fleshed variety of fine flavor and fine quality. Fruit medium sized, globular, slightly flattened at ends. Skin slightly netted. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. OSAGE — A fine yellow fleshed melon ; good size ; a good melon for the home garden. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. BANANA — Very odd cucumber-shaped mushmelon from 17 to 20 inches long. Flesh yellow ; highly scented and of fine flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Ya lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25 ; postpaid. PETOSKEY OR PAUL ROSE — A well known yellow fleshed sort, suitable for the home and market. The vines are vigorous and pro- ductive. The fruits are oval, slightly ribbed and densely netted. In general appearance they are much like Netted Gem but larger. The flesh is orange-yellow, very thick, firm, sweet and highly flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; lb., 90c; postpaid. POLLOCK ORANGE FLESH No. 19— See Inside Front Cover. GREELEY WONDER— See Page 6. H-B CANTALOUPE — See Inside Front Cover. GOLDEN QUEEN— See Page 6. IMPROVED SALMON-TINT POLLOCK 10-25— This is the most highly developed of the Rocky Ford Cantaloupe, in netting and rust resisting qualities. In the past four years, this melon has been planted more than any other variety— especially popular in Colorado, Arizona and California. In size they run mostly standards. The heavy netting is smooth and regular and more prominent than in any other melon. The stripe so prominent in the old strain of Rocky Ford is almost eliminated. The flesh is of a salmon tint and the quality and flavor is exceptionally fine. PRICES (Morrison’s strain): Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Ya lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; 10 lbs., $10.00; prepaid. (Morrison’s own growing, selected and hand picked) Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Ya lb., 50c; 1 lb., to 10 lbs., $1.50 per lb.; 25 lbs., $1.25 per lb.; prepaid. GOLD LINED ROCKY FORD— EDEN GEM- ROCK KING— NETTED GEM— This is the old fav- orite Rocky Ford and is still preferred in some sec- tions account its rust resisting and excellent ship- ping qualities and vigorous growth. It is still the best green fleshed melon, the seed cavity is small and is lined with a beautiful golden color flesh, deep and of the very best flavor, and it may be eaten close to the rind. The melon is very uniform in size, running nearly all standards and it is covered with a lacelike solid net. PRICES: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.15. (Extra Quality Seed, Morrison’s own grow- ing from sorted and hand cut melons) : Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Ya lb., 45c; 1 lb., to 10 lbs., $1.25 per lb.; 25 lbs., $1.00 per lb.; prepaid. EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK— Produces melons two weeks earlier than the well-known Hackensack ; heavily netted, and has light green flesh of most de- licious flavor. Its shape and solidity admit of its being packed very closely in crates for shipment, and it will keep in good condition for several days after picking. Large, fine form; grown also for the home garden very extensively. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. EDWARDS PERFECTO — A new type of the Rocky Ford, showing a trace of Burrell’s Gem. The seed cavity is triangular and the pink flesh is extremely thick, sweet and spicy. The melons are almost per- fectly round, heavily netted, no ribs, and the shipping qualities are splendid. We think the Perfeeto will supersede many of the older shipping varieties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Ya lb., 45c; 1 lb., $1.50; postpaid. Edward’s Perfeeto PRESERVING MELONS OLD FASHIONED MUSKMELON MIXTURE— We have especially prepared a mixture of many varieties of muskmelons that contains seeds of every kind we could think of. From a patch of muskmelons produced from this mixture one will have muskmelons to eat through- out the entire season. The mixture includes all the old fashioned sorts of early and later kinds, green-meated and golden-meated. Melons with smooth skin and others with deep ribs. And after we had mixed all the old fashioned varieties together, we threw in a few of the newer sorts which includes the Honey Dew, Greeley Wonder, etc. It will be interesting and pleasing to have a patch of melons like this. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Ya lb., 40c; postpaid. GARDEN LEMON — An excellent fruit for preserving, has a de- licious flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c. VINE PEACH— Very similar to Garden Lemon, used for preserving. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c. CITRON RED SEED— Round and handsome, excellent for preserving. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. CITRON, PRESERVING, GREEN SEEDED— A small, ball-shaped variety, highly striped with light and dark green. Flesh green, with green seeds. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Ya lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. Onions 01E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. PRICES ON ONIONS POSTPAID SELECTED STRAINS CULTURE — A crop of onions can be grown on any soil that will produce a crop of corn, but with the! liberal use of manure far better results will be obtained. The ground should be plowed in the fall and in the spring should be well worked and pulverized, allowing no lumps or trash to mar the surface. The seed should be sown in the latter part of February or first of March, with a hand seed drill, which should be carefully adjusted so as to sow the desired quantity and about inch deep. The quantity of seed needed will vary on the soil, the seed used, and the kind of seed. As soon as they show through the ground give them a very light hoeing, and repeat again in a few days, after which weeding must be done, and must be repeated whenever weeds appear until the tops die down, then they should be topped and the bulbs allowed to dry before sacking. PRICES Onion seed is extremely scarce this year and prices are expected to further advance. We have a limited stock of seed on hand and are pricing them at a low figure, con- sidering the scarcity and fine quality. However, as soon as our present stocks are exhausted, we will be unable to replace them with seed of equal quality at even double the price we are now asking, so all onion seeds are only offered at these prices as long as our present supply last. SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE — The onions are two to two and a half inches in diameter, with a thin, delicate skin of purest paper whiteness. The flesh is crisp, fine grained, snowy white in color, and very mild in flavor. The bulbs should be stored in a cool, dark loft or shed to dry as soon as they are ripe enough to harvest. Best white winter onion. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c. WHITE PORTUGAL — An early white, flat variety of good keeping qualities. Used very extensively as a boiling onion ; also grown for a table onion; a favorite with set growers. Postpaid: Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.15; 1 lb., $3.75; 5 lbs., $17.50. WHITE VALANCE, SILVERSKIN— A standard boiling onion of sil- very white color forming fine, firm bulbs. It should be planted as a main cropper for boiling onions and the young, tender plants are much relished for table use. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt,, 10c; oz.. 25c* % lb., 80c; 1 lb., $2.50. White Valance. GIANT WHITE ITALIAN TRIPOLI, OR EL PASO— A large, beau- tiful, pure white flat onion of mild, excellent flavor,, producing a somewhat larger bulb from seed than our White Valance. To attain full size the seed should be started very early in a hot bed and the plants set out in rich soil. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; *4 lb., $1.15; 1 lb., $3.75. EXTRA EARLY WHITE BARLETTA— (Imported Strain)— The earliest onion in cultivation, maturing when about the size of a marble. On account of its small size and mild flavor it has become the most popular pickling onion grown. And just before it starts to form a bulb it makes an extremely pretty bunch onion. To produce pickling onions, seed must be sown very thick. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; *4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00; 5 lbs., $13.00; 10 lbs., $25.00. Early White Barletta MAMMOTH SILVER KING — The largest silver skin onion grown, but not early. It matures along with Danvers Yellow Globe and produces a large almost round, solid bulb that can be stored for winter use. But on account of its large, perfect shape and pure white color it is planted extensively as a boiling onion, in which case it is pulled green and bunched. Sold out. WHITE LISBON — (Gold Seal Quality) — (For Bunching)— This is a very popular variety in Colorado. Also planted very extensively in Europe. While it will make a good sized white bulb, it is grown instead of shallots and onion sets for what is known as table or green onions, for when young the white or candle part of the onion is pure white, long and slender. It has a good flavor, being mild and sweet. Home gardeners usually plant White Lisbon so as to have table onions all during summer after those produced from sets are gone. Price: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % lb., $65c; 1 lb., $2.15; 5 lbs., $10.00. PRIZETAKER — (Gold Seal Quality) — We consider this the best onion for the market gardener who desires a large, early onion to supply the early demand and bring good prices which usually follow after the onions grown from sets have been marketed. They produce an enormous yield of large, solid bulbs, and being a Spanish variety, this onion is milder than any of the Danvers. Al- though it has wonderful merits, it should be marketed before the middle of November, as its keeping qualities are limited to only a few months. Even better results may be obtained from this wonderful onion when the seed is started in hot-beds and transplanted into the open. This onion is often sold in competition with the imported Spanish onion. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; *4 lb., $1.20; 1 lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $18.75; postpaid. White Lisbon 49 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE I ONIONS— Continued Yellow Globe Danvers YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS— This is a fine, large globe-shaped onion with a rich light brown color. It ripens^ uniformly and early ; almost every plant makes a solid bulb. It is one of the easiest onions to grow as it is of very sturdy habits ; produces very few scullions. We do not hesitate to recommend it to all growers who want a fancy and large market onion. While it is not as good keeper as the David Crockett, yet it can be held until March. We especially recommend this onion to growers who plant large quantities for the shipping trade. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb.,' $1.15; 1 lb., $3.75; 5 lbs., $17.50; postpaid. SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE— (Gold Seal Quality)— Southport, Conn., has for many years been famous for the extra fancy onions which are shipped from that point to the principal Eastern markets. These onions have been brought up to the highest standard. Produc- tiveness, uniformity in size and good keeping have been bred into them. They produce large, perfect globe-shaped bulbs, and the color of the skin is brownish yellow while the flesh is white, fine-grained, crisp and mild. Price: Pkt., 10c; oz., 45c; % lb., $1.25; 1 lb., $4.50; 10 lbs., $40.00; postpaid. Mountain Danvers MOUNTAIN DANVERS — Account of enormous yield of bulbs it is generally considered by onion growers to be the best type of semi- globe shaped onion in existence. It has a distinct and attractive shape, handsome, bright and even in color, ripens early and all at once. Necks are very small. The bulbs are firm and solid, very good keepers. It is especially adapted to heavy soils and short seasons. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.15; 1 lb., $3.75; 5 lbs., $17.50; postpaid. OHIO YELLOW GLOBE — One of the best yellow globe varieties. The skin is bright, glossy orange yellow ; flesh white. The bulbs are remarkably uniform in size and shape and very firm. It possesses good keeping qualities. It ripens a few days later than the Yellow Globe Danvers. Price: Pkt.. 10c; oz., 45c; % lb.. $1.25; 1 lb., $4.50; 10 lbs., $40.00; postpaid. GIANT GIBRALTAR (Spanish Type) — The largest onion in cultiva- tion— exceptionally mild and sweet. The skin is a light straw color ; the flesh is white and tender. These onions can at any time during the growing state be used for slicing for the table. Five years ago we induced a few onion growers to try a row or two of this variety to see if they would do good in this climate. They reported a too short season for out-door planting, but when sowed in the hot bed and transplanted they produced onions that would weigh 3 to 4 pounds each. The Gibraltar is a good shipper and where a large yield is desired this extra large onion never disappoints. It will yield more tons per acre than any other sort. But remember these onions should be raised from the plants. Pkt., 10c; oz., 45c; lb., $1.25; 1 lb., $4.50; 10 lbs., $40.00. AUSTRALIAN BROWN — An extra early, sure crop and long keep- ing onion ; of medium size, wonderfully hard ; very attractive, both as to form and appearance ; color of skin is a clear amber brown, being widely contrasted from any other onion. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; 10 lbs., $30.00; postpaid. YELLOW FLAT DANVERS — A good early onion, both for the home garden and for market, combining reliability in ripening with a large yield. It ripens more surely, as well as earlier, in moist locations than do the globe-shaped varieties. The thin-necked flattened bulbs are quite thick through ; light yellow skin ; fine-grained, mild, white flesh. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 85c; 1 lb., $3.00; 5 lbs., $13.50; postpaid. David Crockett DAVID CROCKETT ONION — It is the best keeping large size onion grown. We have seen these onions keep well into June the following year ; this is due to the very solid flesh. Account of its shape, it out- yields all other standard varieties. The bulbs run very uniform in size, are oval-shaped with a golden bronze skin, and white flesh. The flavor is very pleasant and much milder than most varieties. It is an extremely good keeper. In 1892, Mr. Crockett started this strain by selecting the most perfect oval- shaped, thick-skinned bulbs, improving it each year by careful selectoin, until this excellent variety was finely obtained. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; 10 lbs., $30.00; postpaid. 50 Onions jgE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. ONION S — Continued OUR ONION SEED IS OF HIGH GERMINATION DENIA ONION — A large Spanish onion. An enormous yielder. It is a very desirable variety with the consuming public, because of its very mild flavor. It is earlier than the Giant Gibraltar and skin a little darker. In altitudes of 5,000 feet or less it grows very successful. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00. Southport Red Globe SWEET SPANISH — This is the wonderful onion that comes to this country from Spain during January, February and March and commands the high prices because of its fine mild and sweet flavor. The seed has been very scarce — almost unobtainable. For a while it was con- sidered impossible to grow them in this country, but the past two years a strain has been developed that grows in our Western country and produces onions equal to the imported ones. Price: Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c; *4 lb., $2.00; lb., $6.50. RED VARIETIES SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE — (Gold Seal Quality) — The hest red onion for the markets, and the only one that should be planted for the main crop of red. In growth, habit, shape, size and yield it resembles the Southport Yellow Globe. The skin is of the deepest red color and the flesh solid and fine grained. As a keeper it is, to be compared to the Yellow Globe, for it has been known to hold its color and weight longer than any variety of yellow or red onion. When growing Red Onions for the market PLANT SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; 14 lb., $1.15; 1 lb., $3.50; 5 lbs., $16.00; postpaid. LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD — We have a very fine and select strain of this sort. Color deep purplish red, flesh white, moderately grained and very firm. Yields an enormous amount per acre and is one of the best keeping onions. Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00; 5 lbs., $13.00. EXTRA EARLY FLAT RED — This variety matures from ten days to two weeks earlier than the Red Wethersfield. Color is a deep, rich red, fine grained and close. Onion is solid- heavy and a fine sort where the seasons are short and cold. (Sold out). BERMUDA VARIETIES RED BERMUDA— Very flat and of a light pink color. The flesh i *4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00. WHITE BERMUDA — The bulbs are quite broad and flat in form; flesh crisp, solid and mild in flavor; skin is light yellow. The plants are extremely thin-necked, insuring even and early ripening. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 25c; x/k lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00. white, slightly suffused with pink. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 25c; CRYSTAL WHITE WAX — A pure white variety, very flat and ex- tremely early. It is of the Bermuda type and the best strains come from the Canary Islands from where we get our supply. These are the beautiful White Onions we see in our markets in early spring. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.10; 1 lb., $3.75. BERMUDA ONION PLANTS EARLY, MILD AND SWEET BERMUDA ONION PLANTS— These are rather new, but in the past two years trials have proved they are a success, and they are replac- ing dry onion sets, especially where they are grown for green onions for table use, as they produce a much milder and sweeter onion. If left to stand, they will produce a large yield of dry onions, such as are offered for sale ir ^ ° grow as onion sets and no higher in price. They are put up 100 plants to the bunch, PRICES, POSTPAID: White Bermuda, Skin straw color Crystal White Bermuda, pure white On Larger Amounts, write for Special Prices. for sale in the spring at fancy prices. They are just as easy to the bunch. 80 bunches or 8000 plants to 100 the crate. 1000 8000 30c $2.00 $12.50 30c $2.10 $13.00 ONION SETS One quart of Onion Sets will weigh one pound. There are 32 pounds m a bushel of Onion Sets. , . . Bottom sets, when planted, will produce good green or table onions much ear her than if grown from seed. If allowed to remain in the ground, will yield fine large onions for market or for household use fully four weeks earlier than if planted from the seed. CULTURE— Soil requirements the same as for Onion seed. Place the Onion Sets 3 to 4 inches apart, according to size, 3 inches deep, in rows 1 foot apart. It is customary to furrow out the soil with a little hand plow 4arly in the Spring, set the Onion m this furrow right side up and cover with a garden rake, and if the soil is dry it should be well firmed over the sets; 380 to 480 lbs. of sets required for an acre. YELLOW DANVERS — Best known and most generally used, yellow onion. Most hardy of all vari- eties. Color bright orange-yellow, flesh white and firm. WHITE SILVER SKIN SETS— Grown from out own selected seed. Produces early table onions of mild flavor, and later makes a beautiful globe-shaped onion. Postpaid : Qt. 4 Qts. *4 Bu. 1 Bu. Yellow Danver sets, bottom $ .30 $ .80 $2.75 $5.00 White Silver Skin 6ets, bottom .30 .90 2.90 5.25 Red Wethersfield sets. bottom .30 .80 2.75 5.00 Top or Button sets .30 .80 3.00 White Multiplier sets .35 1.20 3.50 6.50 Yellow Multiplier sets .35 1.20 3.50 6.50 Bottom Sets — Yellow, White and Red RED WETHERSFIELD SETS — This variety is very popular with those who plant for home use, being very mild as a green table onion, and if left to ripen produces a large red onion. WHITE MULTIPLIER — Silvery white, productive, used for bunch- ing when green and when ripe for pickling. SPECIAL: One quart each red, yellow and white onion sets, not postpaid, 70c. TOP OR BUTTON SETS — Produce a number of onions on the top of the stalk, which are set in the ground and produce large bulb onions very early. 51 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE MUSHROOM SPAWN We offer below the following standard Pure Cukure varieties: One Brick, postpaid, 35c; 5 Bricks, post- paid, $1.50; not postpaid, 10 Bricks, $2,25; 25 Bricks, $5.00. With every order of 5 Bricks or more, we will send a 4-page leaflet on Mushroom Culture free. American Spore Culture Spawn, pro- duced from the original spores of the best varieties, gathered, germinated and propa- gated under the famous French process. Positively the most vigorous and prolific spawn on the market. American Spore Culture Lambert’s Pure Culture Spawn, produced by the tissue culture method. The spawn which has held the market for so many years, and has given universal satisfaction. Dwarf Green Okra MUSTARD (Prices Postpaid) GIANT SOUTHERN CURLED — Very large variety, forming a great ) mass of beautiful leaves which are ruffled and finely curled on the edges. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c. FORDHOOK FANCY — The dark green leaves of this variety are 1 more curled on the edges than ahy other sort. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z\ - lb., 20c; 1 lb., 75c. WHITE LONDON OR COMMON— The leaves are light green, mild d and tender when young. The seeds of a light yellow color. Pkt., 5c; * oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 60c. OSTRICH PLUME — The most beautiful of all mustards. The leaves J are long, ruffled and curled as gracefully as an ostrich plume. Stands summer heat splendidly, esteemed as salads and good as spinach 4 greens. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c. OKRA or GUMBO (Prices Postpaid) CULTURE — When the ground has become warm, sow thickly in drills 3 feet apart, and when large enough thin out to a foot apart in the rows. One ounce will sow 30 feet of drill. DWARF GREEN OKRA — The plants are dwarf, close pointed, pro- ducing thick fleshy pods of exceptional tenderness and flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; 1 lb., 60c. TALL, OR PERKINS MAMMOTH — The long pods, measuring 4 and 5 inches, are produced in great quantities. Handsome appearance, color green, and of fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z\ lb., 20c; 1 lb., 60c. PARSLEY (Prices Postpaid) Parsley is used mostly for seasoning and garnishing. Its flavor is exceedingly pleasant and aromatic. As the seed germinates very slowly it should be sown early in the spring in rows 1 inch deep and 1 foot apart. DOUBLE CURLED — This is the most popular parsley used in this section ; very fine curled and very ornamental. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z* lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. DWARF OR EMERALD — A very fine variety, handsome bright green color, extra fine curled and very ornamental. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. PLAIN PARSLEY — The leaves of this variety are not curled. Esteemed by many because it has a stronger flavor than the other sorts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. CHAMPION MOSS OR TRIPLE CURLED — This variety is entirely distinct, making remark- ably handsome, compact plants, which have leaves so crumpled and curled as to give them the appearance of finely curled moss. The finest parsley for garnishing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z\ lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. HAMBURG ROOTED OR GERMAN PARSLEY — Roots resemble small parsnips and are used as a vegetable, same as salsify. Foliage same as plain parsley. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z* lb., 30c; 1 lb., $1.00. PARSNIPS (Prices Postpaid) CULTURE — Work the soil very deep and pulverize the surface thoroughly. Sow the seed in early Spring, % of an inch deep, in rows 12 to 18 inches apart. As( soon as the young plants appear, cultivate and hand weed them, and when 3 inches high thin to 6 inches apart in the row. Cultivate sufficiently to keep the soil loose throughout the season. Freezing improves the quality of Parsnips for table use, so it is customary to take up in the Fall when the ground begins to freeze what will be needed for winter use, leaving the remainder to winter over in the ground, or better still, pitting them as is often done with other roots so that access may be had to them at any time. One ounce of seed for 200 ft. of row; 5 lbs. seed required for an acre. The Parsnip is not eaten by many people. This is no doubt due to the way it is cooked. Most all are familiar with the parsnip served boiled with butter or mashed, but until you have tried them fried, they are not appreciated. Boil the parsnip about fifteen minutes, then peel and slice, and fry in butter, lard or compound until brown — a little syrup may be added. Many people prefer these to sweet potatoes. LONG SMOOTH — Very nice parsnip, but grows too long for planting in this section. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; 1 lb., 90c. GUERNSEY HALF-LONG, HOLLOW CROWN — This is the best variety, and the only sort that should be planted in this territory. Not so long as the Long Smooth and easier taken from the ground. The flesh is fine grained and of excellent quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 oz., 35c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. Root Crop Collection This collection contains root vegetables. Because of their keeping qualities and each year. We supply a liberal package of each of the following for 65c, postpaid. Regular BEETS- — Extra Early Egyptian ONION — Yellow Globe Danver BEETS— Early Blood Red PARSNIP— Guernsey CARROT— Danvers Half-Long RADISH — Scarlet Turnip White Tip CELERIAC — Turnip Rooted Celery RADISH — Cincinnati Market LEEK — Broad London Flag SALISFY — Mam. Sandwich Island food value they are being planted extensively price, $1.00. TURNIP— White Egg TURNIP— Purple Top RUTABAGA — Bangholm 25 POTATO EYES— Early Ohio 52 Peppers ffiE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Prices are Postpaid PEPPERS Tested Gold Seal Quality Chinese Giant EARLY GIANT NEAPOLITAN— (Gold Seal Quality)— For years there has been a small early pepper known as the Neapolitan, although early enough, the fruit was small and scrubby. But we are offering the Early Giant Neapolitan which is althogether different from any other offered under the name of Neapolitan. Our Early Giant is as large as the Ruby King and if transplanted in the field the same time as the Ruby King the fruit will be ready for the market two weeks earlier. The fruit is mild and produced in greater abundance than any other sorts. The Early Giant Neapolitan is the largest early variety of pepper offered to date. Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c; *4 lb., $1.75; 1 lb., $6.00. CAUTION — Don't confuse the Early Giant Neapolitan with the Early Neapolitan. RUBY GIANT PEPPER— (Gold Seal Quality)— In appearance the fruit somwehat resembles the Ruby King except being larger and a little broader at the base. The Ruby Giant Pepper was introduced to the growers in this section by us seven years ago, and now it is the most popular pepper in Colorado. Its dark green color and heavy yielding qualities has gained it a place in every garden where pep- pers are grown for the market. Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c; *4 lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $5.00. PIMENTO OR SALAD PEPPER — This variety was introduced from Spain. While not as large as the Chinese Giant it is heavier, on ac- count of its extremely thick flesh, which has a mild, sweet, yq£ delici- ously pungent flavor when used either green or ripe. It is being used largely by canners, as its thick flesh allows the skin to be re- moved, which can be done easily by dipping them in scalding water. When used in a salad its mild flavor and deep scarlet (when ripe) or green color, make it very attractive to the eye as well as to the palate. The plant is very prolific, producing a large number of pep- pers, each weighing from five to ten ounces. We recommend this new pepper for both the home garden and market supply. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; 54 lb., $1.35; 1 lb., $4.50. CULTURE — Peppers should be started in a hotbed or coldframe and transplanted about the end of May into a sunny corner of the garden, in rows about 2 feet apart, with the plants about the same distance between them in the rows. In warmer sections they can also be sown in open ground in a prepared seed-bed when all danger from frost has passed and the weather has become settled and the soil warm. When the little plants are about 3 inches in height, transplant as above into the rows where they are to remain. Some very rich fertilizer stirred into the soil when the plants are about 6 inches high, will be found very beneficial to the crop. The Peppers intended for mangoes should not be grown near the hot varieties, or they will partake of their fiery nature. CHINESE GIANT— (Gold Seal Quality)— This is the favorite when size is wanted, being the largest pepper in cultivation, being double the size of the Ruby King. The plants are vigorous in growth, but of stalky habits, are sel- dom more than 2 feet in height, producing 4 to 6 peppers of enormous size, thick meated and very mild. On account of its enormous size it meets with ready sale on any market. Although not as early as the Ruby King, it matures in ample time for the heavy demand of the shippers. Large pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c; 1 oz., 50c; y± lb., $1.75; 1 lb., $6.00. BULL NOSE OR BELL — Most popular sort, being early and very productive ; grows about two feet high, fruit re- main green a long time. Large size pkt., 10c; Vz oz J, 25c; 1 oz., 40c; % lb.. $1.35; 1 lb., $4.50. ANAHEIM CHILI — A variety produced in California and is largely used both dry an for canning. It is about seven inches long and has very thick flesh. While this variety be- longs to the Chili class, it is not as pungent as some of the smaller sorts. Pkt., 10c; oz.. 40c; % lb., $1.40; 1 lb., $4.25. THE MIKADO (24 to 1) — This is, without doubt, the finest large pepper yet introduced. It is a cross between Chinese Giant and Ruby King, fully as early as Ruby King and similar in shape, but broader at blossom end, almost the size of Chinese Giant, and far more pro- lific, some plants producing as many as twenty-four marketable pep- pers. Exceptionally mild, can be eaten raw without fear of burning. Color of fruit green at first, turning to a beautiful shade of scarlet. Flesh thick, which enables it to hold up a long time and makes it an excellent shipper. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; % oz., 30c; 1 oz., 50c; yA lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $4.50. RUBY KING — Grows about 3% to 5 inches long and is often 2 y2 to 3 inches long. One of the best varieties for stuffed pickles. Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 20c; 1 oz., 50c. RED CHERRY — A second early sort. Plants tall, bearing a pro- fusion of round, red fruit, which is very pungent when ripe. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; 1 oz., 50c. RED CHILI — A late variety, used in the manufacture of pepper sauce. Bright red pods are about two inches long, tapering to a sharp point, and exceedingly pungent, when ripe. Pkt., 10c-; *4 oz., 20c; 1 oz., 50c. LONG RED CAYENNE — A well known variety, having a slender, twisted and pointed pod about 4 inches long, bright red in color ; ex- tremely strong. Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 20c; 1 oz., 50c; lb., $1.50. TABASCO PEPPER — This is the Red Hot Mamma of the pepper family and it is grown for the market as well as for making sauce. It is pungent and strong, also very prolific. It is easily gathered as the fruit does not adhere to the stems and grows almost erect on the branches. This variety is used in manufacturing the well known Tabasco. Sauce. It is splendid for family use. Prices; Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c; 54 lb., $1.75; lb., $5.50. 53 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE PRICES ON PEAS POSTPAID UP TO AND INCLUDING 10 LBS. Garden Peas WESTERN GROWN PEA SEED CULTURE — There are two distinct kinds of pea seed. They are the smooth and the wrinkled. Smooth peas are the earliest stand the cold weather much better than the wrinkled varieties, and they may be planted much earlier as the seed does not decay in the ground as quickly as the wrinkled varieties. Peas do best in sandy soil, not too rich, or they will run to vines. The smooth varieties can be sown as soon as the ground can be worked, but the wrinkled varieties should not be planted till it is warmer or they will rot. Sow in single or double rows from l!/2 to 3 feet apart, dropping a pea every inch and covering from 2 to 3 inches deep. For a succession sow every ten days up to July 10th. Growing peas in the mountains is very profitable, as they are better and ready for market at a time when no other section can produce them. Alaska Peas ALASKA — Is the earliest pea on the market. It is ready 73 days from planting. It is the standard extra early market garden variety. It grows about 30 inches tall, matures a crop of uniform pods 3 inches long. The seed is small, smooth, dark green and of good flavor. Our strain is selected for its earliness and heavy bearing qualities. Post- paid: Pkt., 5c; large size p'ackage, 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $20.00. FIRST AND BEST — A smooth variety of early, good quality peas. Pods medium size... Matures about same time as the Alaska. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 55c; 5 lbs., $1.40; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. AMERICAN WONDER — This pea, although it produces small pods, seems to win favor with all planters, as it is a very productive little plant, growing 10 to 18 inches high, and the peas are exceptionally sweet. It is easier grown than most of the large podded varieties. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 55c; 5 lbs., $1.35; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by freight or express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $19.00. LITTLE MARVEL — Only a few years old and rapidly becoming a favorite for the home garden as well as the market gardener. One of the earliest wrinkled peas, and produces a heavy yield of pods that measure from 2 to 3 inches in length, having from 7 to 8 peas to the pod. Its vines are only 15 to 18 inches high, making a desiable pea for any garden, be it large or small. We want everyone to give this wonderful new pea a trial. We know it will please. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 lb.,, 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.65. If by freight or express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $20.00. Gradus WE CARRY SPECIAL STRAINS FOR MOUNTAIN PLANTERS GRADUS (Prosperity) — The earliest wrinkled variety. This grand, large podded, early, prolific variety has won the favor of market gardeners everywhere. The vines are very vigorous and robust, grow- ing to a height of about 3 feet. It is not only an abundant producer, but bears continually throughout the season. It is exceedingly early for a wrinkled variety, being only a day or two later than the earliest, small, smooth sorts. The pods are very large and are in- variably well filled with from six to nine sweet, luscious, tender, wrinkled peas of large size and delicious flavor. The peas remain tender for some time after they are large enough to use. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c; large size pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by freight or express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $20.00. THOMAS LAXTON — This is very similar to the Gradus, except pods, which are about one-half inch shorter, but very well filled out. Tests show it to be about two days earlier than Gradus. Postpaid : Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.60. If by freight or express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. EVERBEARING PEAS — Grows about 36 inches high ; pods good length, about 3y2 inches long. It is of very fine quality ; is a constant bearer and produces an abundance of pods. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. PETER PAN — Practically the same at Laxtonian. LAXTONIAN — See Novelty, Page 5. HARTNER’S EARLY MARKET— See Novelty, Page 6. 54 riyE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Garden Peas Dwarf Telephone GARDEN PEAS— Continued LARGE AMOUNT GET SPECIAL PRICES DWARF TELEPHONE or MOUNTAIN TELEPHONE— (Gold Seal Quality)— For the main crop this is the standard large pod pea and we especially recommend it to Mountain Planters who grow for shipping, because it produces well filled large pods, averaging from 4% to 5 inches in length. It is a very hardy and strong grower. Vines are dark green. Does not require sticks or trellises, as vines usually do not exceed 2y2 feet in height. Is a money maker because it is a very heavy producer. It is not an early pea, being about 12 days later than the Gradus and 10 days later than the Laxtonian. Our seed is of the highest quality — don’t make the mistake of planting seed that has not been carefully selected to produce large pods, for small pods will not sell to advantage in mid- summer. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75. If by express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $22.00. IMPROVED STRATAGEM — (Gold Seal Quality) — While not so popular in this district, yet this is one of the best peas to grow, especially in our mountain districts, because it is hardy and is a very heavy yielder of fine, well filled pods which measure about 4x/2 inches long. Vines are dwarf ; grows 2x/2 feet high. Matures in 80 to 90 days from planting. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $20.00. LITTLE GEM — Height, 16 to 18 inches. The vines are of dwarf growth and produce an abundance of round, well filled pods 2 y2 to 3 inches long, only three days after the American Wonder. The peas are green, wrinkled, of sweet, delicious flavor and excellent quality. One of the best for family use. It remains fit for use longer than the American Wonder and Nott’s Excelsior, and considered by many to be sweeter. Postpaid: Pkt., 5c; large sizci. pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. If by express or freight, purchaser paying the charges, 5c per lb. less. ALDERMAN — (Gold Seal Quality) — This is a very large podded pea, very robust and vigorous, producing pods of the largest size. The pods are even larger and longer than the average large podded sorts, and are well filled with large peas of most excellent flavor. In habit, the vines are strong and branching, bearing rich deep green, straight, handsome pods, averaging 4 x/2 to 5 inches in length, pointed at the end. This variety belongs to the medium growing main crop of peas. The vines grow from 3 y2 to 4 feet in length. Postpaid. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.60. If by express or freight, purchaser* paying the charges, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $18.50. TALL TELEPHONE — This variety has been the standard for many years past, but is now being replaced by many improved varieties. The .main objection being the tall vines. Pkt., 5c; large ?ize pkt., 10c; 1 lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.60. If by express or freight, purchaser paying charges, 5c per lb. less. 100 lbs., $18.00. EDIBLE POD — A novelty pea of unusual importance. Its growth is the same as any other variety. It produces vines about 30 inches high, thickly covered with fairly good sized pods filled with as sweet sugar peas as were ever grown. When ready for use they do not have to be shelled but can be cooked pods and all, hence their name, Edible Pods. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; Va lb., 20c; 1 lb., 30c; 10 lbs., $2.50; postpaid. FOR EARLY VINE CROPS USE OUR HOTCAPS SEE PAGE 98 Pumpkins (Prices Postpaid) LARGE AMOUNTS GET SPECIAL PRICES Small Sugar (Pie Pumpkin) CULTURAL DIRECTIONS — Sometimes grown in corn-fields, but if grown as a separate crop, seed should be planted in hills 8 to 10 feet apart each way after weather and soil gets warm. Hoe often till vines begin to run. Cut pumpkins from vine after the leaves die, leaving 3 to 4 inches of stem attached, and store in a dry place. Handle carefully and avoid bruising. Use one ounce of seed to 20 hills of most varieties; 3 to 4 pounds per acre. KENTUCKY FIELD (or Large Cheese)— A fine pumpkin nearly two feet in diameter. Flesh yellow, extra thick, sweet, and of the finest quality. A heavy yielder and excellent keeper. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 70c; 10 lbs., $6.00. CONNECTICUT FIELD — A fine large, orange colored variety, used for field culture and stock feeding. Skin smooth and ribbed ; flesh brittle. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 54 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c; 10 lbs., $6.00. SMALL SUGAR— A small round variety; flesh thick, rich yellow and sweet, skin a deep orange. This is the best variety for pies. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 70c. MAMMOTH TOURS — A very large French variety, grown for stock feeding. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 80c. JAPANESE PIE— Large size, weighing from 30 to 70 pounds; color or outside rind bluish-green blotched with yellow. Flesh salmon colored, very thick and sweet; for eating and stock feeding. Pkt,, 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. KING OF MAMMOTH— The best large pumpkin in use, forming im- mense muskmelon shaped pumpkin, often 2J/2 to 3 feet in diameter ; salmon colored; flesh bright yellow. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lA lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. TESTED SEED i You run no risk as every lot of seed is tested for germination I 55 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE ACCLIMATED STOCK SEED POTATOES PRICES NOT PREPAID Growers generally have paid little attention to the careful selection of seed potatoes. In many instances, culls or unmarketable potatoes have been used, as well as well matured potatoes. Continued planting of such stock re- sults in poor yields of inferior grade. Many planters ask what is the difference between regular eating potatoes and seed potatoes? One is, in our selection of seed potatoes we intend to eliminate the fully matured tubers. Con- trary to general opinion, immature seed gives large yields as well as increased vigor in vines. Numerous tests have proven that immature seed, if properly sorted, will out-yield matured seed. CULTURE Potatoes can be grown in any soil provided it is fairly rich, but potatoes usually do best on loose, sandy loam and are of better quality than if planted on clay soil. Cut the potatoes in four to six pieces, so there is at least one eye on each piece. About three pieces should be planted in each hill. Three to four inches deep, according to the time of planting. In rows three feet apart and 16 to 18 inches apart in the rows. Keep the ground loose about the hills. Do not water unless soil becomes quite dry. When the early varieties are planted, they can be marketed just at the time when the Southern crop is over and before the late potatoes are ready, therefore at this time all markets are quite bare of potatoes and prices very high. Another advantage in growing early potatoes is that another crop may be grown after the potatoes are dug; for instance. Turnips. GET SPECIAL DELIVERED PRICES Our Seed Potatoes are especially adapted to our Western country. W YOUR EXPRESS OR FREIGHT CHARGES ARE TOO HIGH, LET US SEND POTATO EYES. RED RIVER EARLY OHIO — Our Red River Early Ohio Seed Potatoes are grown in the extreme north of Minnesota, where the potato growers have specialized on Early Ohios for years and have de- veloped the best type of this variety. Seed from this district is one week earlier than home grown and our seed is free from scab and the disastrous blight, and is the favorite and most prolific potato in this section. Maturing early brings the fancy prices that are paid for the first potatoes. This potato can be dug and marketed before it is fully matured. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. Red McClure — Mountain Grown Red River Early Ohio EARLY OHIO COLORADO DRY-LAND GROWN— These potatoes are grown for. us in the dry lands of Elbert county (known as the Divide) . It is our desire to have as many of our customers as possible order our RED RIVER EARLY OHIOS, but those who do not care to pay the advanced price will not be disappointed in our DIVIDE EARLY OHIOS. 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs.', $1.75. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage ; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. EARLY SIX WEEKS, DRY-LAND GROWN— Resemble the Early Ohios, being ready for market about the same time. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00 ; 25 lbs., $2.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays trans- portation. EARLY ROSE SEEDLINGS — This variety has been the favorite for many years, and many growers still claim that it has never been equalled in quality and productiveness. Potatoes are long in shape and light pink at the butt end. Cook mealy and of the finest flavor. Known in the Greeley district as the Greeley Reds. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $1.90. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. RED McCLURE or PEACH BLOW — Now well known the country over, and very largely planted for a profitable main crop. McClures are now quoted in all the leading markets of the country along with Burbanks and other standard sorts. In many sections this variety is the rival of the Burbanks and is undoubtedly a fine potato. It is one of the most beautiful potatoes grown, and will bring more money on most markets than any other variety. The quality is extra good. It is an abundant yielder and a very good keeper. One of the leading sorts among the mountain growers. 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.75. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add post- age; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. EARLY TRIUMPH (Bliss Strain) — The leading early potato of to- day, and is now supplying two-thirds of the markets with new pota- toes for the early spring trade. There is a good reason why the Triumph should be popular. It is ten days earlier than the Early Ohio, and that is a big feature in favor of the farmer. It' is not so liable to rot or scab. The tubers are nearly round with red, smooth skin, and have shallow eyes. It can be grown on almost any land, but does better on rich soils. It yields fairly heavy and the size is uniform. We highly recommend the Triumph for early planters. 5 lbs., 65c; 10 lbs.. $1.10; 25 lbs., $2.10. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. Early Triumph 56 Seed Potatoes '§E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Burbank RURAL NEW YORKER — A valuable variety of large size, very smooth and a heavy cropper. In quality it is unexcelled. It is the best late long keeper, and is highly recommended. More potatoes of this sort are shipped annually than any other kind, and their large, handsome appearance makes them more profitable than any other sort. Planted very extensively in potato districts. 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.75. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. ARTICHOKES IRISH COBBLER, OR EUREKA— One of the leading varieties in the North. It soon spread to the West. It is giving wonderful re- sults; grows where other sorts failed to produce a crop of potatoes. •It is a little earlier than the Early Ohio. The tubers are round, somewhat flattened, with rather deep eyes and are medium to large in size. The skin is clean, smooth, finely netted and white in color. The flesh is white, of fine quality and flavor. This is a very vigorous grower and is more desirable than the Early Ohio in the dry sections as it is less liable to crack and knot. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.00. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. CHARLES DOWNING— The Downing is not to be classed as an early sort, but is the earliest of the late or main crop varieties. It matures a little later than the Early Ohio, but earlier than the Pearl, Burbank, McClure and other late sorts. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.75. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage ; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. BURBANK POTATO — One of the wonderful discov- eries *of Luther Burbank, and now ranks among the leading varieties of potatoes of the world. For many years, this variety has been a great favorite in Califor- nia, but now it is being grown extensively and with great success everywhere. The Burbank is becoming one of Colorado’s best mountain varieties whhre at one time it was thought only Red McClures would mature and thrive. But the Burbank has proven in this country and on dry land where other varieties have failed, the Burbank has held out against the drought and heat and produced good yields and is now being planted through- out our. state on the dry lands. The flesh of the Bur- bank is white, very mealy, and of fine flavor. The po- tatoes are long in shape and size, and the skin is russet. As a baking potato it cannot be surpassed. 5 lbs., 60c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.75. For larger amounts, cee Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. MAMMOTH PEARLS — This is the potato that is grown so exten- sively in the northern part of Colorado. This potato did as much to make Greeley, Colorado, famous as all the other varieties combined. It is one of the best main crop potatoes in this territory. The skin is white, eyes shallow and the flesh is pure white. It is a medium late variety and of good keeping quality. 5 lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.75. For larger amounts, see Blue List. If by parcel post, add postage ; by express or freight, purchaser pays transportation. Potato Eyes By Mail POSTPAID We send these potato eyes delivered to your door, all transportation charges paid, so that all you have to do it to plant them and harvest a crop. We select the seed potatoes, using only the smoothest and firmest stock that we know will carry the longest after being cut. Then we remove the eyes, leaving enough of the flesh to assure a good plant that will produce potatoes. We then pack them in lots of 25 eyes each, all labeled so as to avoid chance of mixing the different varieties. We guarantee these potato eyes to arrive in good planting condition. But we advise, before ordering the eyes shipped from Denver, that you prepare your soil and have things ready for planting on arrival of stock. They can be sent without any danger of freezing, for they are se- curely wrapped and packed in pasteboard boxes. We cannot furnish less than 25 eyes of a sort, and those wanting larger amounts should make their orders even multiples of 25. Prices (any variety listed) ; 25 eyes $0.30 50 eyes ! 45 100 eyes 80 300 eyes '. 1.90 500 eyes ; 3.15 Jerusalem, or Potato Artichokes Artichokes make an enormous crop of nutritious feed for hogs and cattle. They will yield, ordinarily twice as much as potatoes on the same land. Should be planted and cultivated the same as potatoes, although, where desired, hogs can be turned on them after two weeks after the blossoms fall, and allowed to feed on the roots throughout the winter, except when the ground is frozen. Artichokes are not entirely hardy and it is best not to dig them until ready to feed. They can be planted any time in April, the earlier the better. Plant in rows four feet apart, dropping the artichokes 12 to 15 inches apart in the row. It requires 200 lbs. to plant an acre. Prices, not prepaid: 1 lb., 15c; 10 lbs., 70c. If by parcel post, add regular postage. Write for prices on larger quantities. SWEET POTATOES CULTURE — The plants should be started in hotbeds in March, and after danger of frost, transplanted two feet apart in rows V/z to 4 feet apart. They do best in sandy, light soil, and should be cultivated often, especially if supply of water is scarce. YELLOW NANSEMOND— 1 lb., 25c; 10 lbs., $2.00. YELLOW JERSEY— 1 lb., 25c; 10 lbs., $2.00. If by parcel post, add postage. On larger amounts of potatoes, get special prices. CORROSIVE SUBLIMATE PREVENT SCAB ON YOUR POTATOES AND SMUT IN YOUR WHEAT Four ounces to 30 gallons of water. Put in wood barrel or vat. Dissolve the Corrosive Sublimate in warm water, then add to the cold water. First lot, treat 1 y2 hours. Third lot, treat 2 hours. Second lot, treat 1% hours. Then throw out and make a new solution. Remember, it is RANK POISON, so don’t allow anything to eat the potatoes after being treated. Allow the treated seed to dry, then cut and plant. This will kill the scab and Riyocotonis diseases. Corrosive Sublimate is also very effective in the destruction of plant maggots. In extensive experiments carried out in several states it was 95% effective. A solution of 1 ounce to ten gallons of water is used and applied at roots or base of plants. *4 lb.. Corrosive Sublimate, 90c; 1 lb., $2.75; postpaid. Blue Vitriol and Formaldehyde are also used for treating potatoes. 57 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE ♦ PRICES POSTPAID Radishes SELECTED STOCK European grown radishes are far better than we can produce at home. This is mostly due to labor conditions, for in the selection and transplanting of radishes a great deal of labor is necessary and in this country where labor is so high it seems to be impossible to devote the necessary time and care to the production of the seed. Our radish seed is all European grown and is far better than the general run of radish seed sold by other houses. We suggest you buy ours and compare them with cheaper seed offered by other firms. White Icicle CULTURE — To be tender and crisp, radishes must be grown quickly — and quick growth requires rich soil and plenty of moisture. Commencing with the first mild spell of weather in the spring, sow at intervals of ten days in a light rich soil that has been deeply dug. They can also be grown as a catch crop between the rows of beets, lettuce, onions, etc. Radishes can be forced in the hotbeds, but they must have plenty of ventilation and moisture. Long Varieties CINCINNATI MARKET — (Gold Seal Quality) — An improvement of the Long Scarlet variety and one that has met with the ap- proval of all the greenhouse and hotbed gardeners. The seed that we offer of this variety is especially adapted to this Western country, and has been given a thorough trial by us. It produces a long, straight radish of beautiful color, with short tops and for this reason can be planted so thick in the bed that the radishes touch one another. It has also won favor among the growers of out door radishes and is being planted as the main crop radish for the summer market. Often grows 7 to 9 inches in length. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. EARLY LONG SCARLET — (Gold Seal Quality) — A standard variety of the long type of radish, for both market and home use. Roots long, grown partly above the ground; straight, smooth and of bright, rich scarlet color, a little white on the end or tip. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Yi lb., 30c; *4 lb., 50c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. WHITE ICICLE RADISH— (Gold Seal Quality)— The favorite white radish grown for the market, also extensively used for the home garden. It is a handsome white transparent variety, as crisp as ice, of mild flavor. As seen in the photograph, it is about 5 inches long with slopeing tops and pointed root. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. LONG WHITE VIENNA OR LADY FINGER— (Gold Seal Qual- ity)— An excellent variety with long, very smooth, white roots, which are crisp and tender. One of the most desirable of the white summer sorts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; Zz lb., 50c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. WHITE STRASBURG — (Gold Seal Quality) — Grows large and remains tender and firm a longer time than most kinds. Flesh pure white, nearly transparent, does not become pethy. Very pugent. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z* lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. Cincinnati Market Round Varieties CRIMSON GIANT — (Gold Seal Quality) — This extraordinary turnip shaped variety is of a beautiful crimson color, flesh firm, crisp and tender. Unlike other varities of round radishes it remains perfect a long time, does not become pethy even when twice its average size. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y± lb., 35c; /z lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. EARLY SCARLET GLOBE— (Gold Seal Quality)— This splendid globe shaped radish is one of the finest early strain of round bright radishes ; nothing can surpass its table qualities or its beauty. . The skin is bright scarlet; flesh pure white, crisp and tender and of delicious quality ; fine for market gardeners as an early outdoor forcing radish. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; V4, lb., 35c; Yz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. FORCING SCARLET GLOBE— (Gold Seal Quality)— One of the most de- sirable radishes for forcing under glass and also good for field culture. It is very attractive, both in shape and color ; being a bright transparent red and very smooth skinned. It is a very quick grower and not apt to crack. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Yt lb., 35c; Yz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. NON PLUS ULTRA- — (Gold Seal Quality) — This radish has a very fine appearance, being entirely red, perfectly round, has short tops and grows very rapidly. For forcing it is a very satisfactory radish. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z<\. lb., 30c; Zz lb., 50c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. WHITE GLOBE — (Gold Seal Quality) — This is a very fine radish and a favorite with all who have tried it. It is a rapid grower ; rather small in size with brittle, sweet flesh and pure white skin. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; Zz lh., 50c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. FRENCH BREAKFAST — (Gold Seal Quality) — This is an olive shaped variety and a great favorite for family use and home gardens, as it is very easily grown. The top is of rich scarlet from which color it shades gradually to white at the tip. It should be eaten when medium size. It is a good plan to sow a tintervals of six or seven days ; this gives young, crisp, Eolid and tender radishes throughout the season. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J4 lb., 30c; Yz lb., 50c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. SPARKLER — (Gold Seal Quality) — A splendid variety of the Scarlet Turnip Tipped type, but showing more white, practically the whole lower part being white, while the upper half is a bright scarlet. It makes a fine show on the market bench, is very attractive and is of good quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Zn lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. Non Plus Ultra 58 yE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo Radishes RADISHES— Continued HARTNER’S EAR- LY WHITE TIPPED — (Gold Seal Quality) — This is the little round, red radish with the white tip, that is planted in the early spring and ma- tures in 30 days. The flesh is snow white, crisp and tender. For the past twelve years we have supplied and satisfied the market gardeners of this sec- tion with this special strain. They grow evenly in size and color and produce small tops. It is by far the best round, white tip radish to plant either for the market or the little home garden. If planted at intervals of 10 to 12 days you have fresh, tender radishes throughout the entire summer. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. HAIL STONE — (Gold Seal Quality) — A pure white, round radish of very fine flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; Early Long Scarlet Short Top postpaid. Odd Varieties CHINA ROSE — (Gold Seal Quality) — This variety should not be sown earlier than the middle of June, as it is a winter variety, and if sown in the spring it becomes too woody for use before winter, when they are used. This radish is shorter and thicker than the Long Scarlet, and of a bright rose color. Flesh very white and solid and a good keeper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z\ lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. ALL SEASON RADISH MIXTURE— (Gold Seal Quality)— This is a well- balanced mixture of every sort of radishes known and contains only the very best and truest strains. From a bed of our mixed radishes one can have radishes the entire seoson, for in mixing we in- clude early round, early long, midseason and late varieties. It is quite interesting to have a mixed bed for you will find some sorts you never have seen before. As every seed will grow, we advise that you do not plant too thick so that each plant will thrive and have room to mature. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Z\ lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. Round Black Spanish ROUND BLACK SPANISH— (Gold Seal Quality)— Roots round, sometimes top-shaped, 3 to 4 inches in diameter, skin black, flesh white, very compact and highly flavored. Excellent sort for winter use. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; '/ \ lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. White Tipped (Hartner’s) TRY A PACKAGE OF OUR ALL SEASON RADISH MIXTURE LONG BLACK SPANISH — (Gold Seal Quality) — The flavor, color of skin and flesh same as the Round Black Spanish and keeps equally well, is a long black radish instead of round. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Za lb., 35c; Zz lb., 60c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. JAPANESE WINTER RADISH— (Gold Seal Quality)— It resembles the Japanese Summer Radish except that it is somewhat smaller. It is more crisp and of better flavor in winter season. It is pure white, grows about 8 inches long and not as tapering as the larger one. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.75; postpaid. JAPANESE SUMMER RADISH— (Gold Seal Quality)— Its beautiful white color and mammoth size attracts great attention. It is very tender and the flavor is excel- lent and mild. It attains perfection in Colorado, growing to two feet in length and three inches in diameter. It is a profitable radish to grow as it sells readily and is relished by all. We have had grown for us a limited quantity of this seed and now offer it at 5c per pkt., large pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; ZAr lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.75; post- paid. Japanese Summer Radish 59 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE I Strawberry Rhubarb RHUBARB SEED LINNAEUS, or STRAWBERRY — This is the largest and most productive variety known. No garden should be without rhubarb, especially this kind. Pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c; U lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.25; post- paid. VICTORIA, or EARLY SCARLET— This variety is a favorite because of its hardi- ness and excellent flavor. While the stems grow to desired length, they are rarely thicker than the thumb. It is desirable for the home garden, where good table quality is first considered. Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 15c; Z* lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; post- paid. Pie Plant ROOTS We can furnish good, live roots of any of the varieties listed below. LINNAEUS, or STRAWBERRY— (Large Red). VICTORIA, or EARLY SCARLET— (Pink, large). Any of the above, 2 for 20c; 5 for 40c; 12 for 70c. Charges prepaid. If by freight or express, not prepaid, 55c per dozen; $4.00 per 100. SALSIFY, or OYSTER PLANT CULTURE — Sow the seed in the spring in drills one foot apart and one inch deep, thin- ning out plants to four inches. It succeeds best in light, well-enriched soil. One ounce of seed for 50 feet of drill. This vegetable, when cooked, resembles the oyster in flavor, comparatively easy to grow, habits similar to those of the parsnip. Can be left in the ground during the winter; in fact, frost improves the quality. Can be cooked as cauliflower or sliced raw for a salad. MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND— This is the largest variety ; very uniform in size ; most popular sort for this section. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. LONG WHITE, FRENCH— Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; |/4 lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.50; postpaid. Write for our Special Delivered prices on It pays. the seeds you wish to plant. Mammoth Sandwich Island TOBACCO Tobacco seed must be sown early in the spring in frames or seed-bed in rich soil. Reset the plants in the open ground after the weather has becomes warm, making space between the rows about four feet. The cultivation is practically the same as for corn. MISSOURI BROAD LEAF — A well known variety of a very early kind, and one of the few that matures in our country. On account of its broad leaf, it is used by cigar makers, for cigar wrappers. Pkt., 5c; 14 oz., 15c; 1 oz., 40c. CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF — This is the most popular variety ; can be relied on to make fine cigars. Stands the cold well. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 1 oz., 40c. THESE PRICES C * 1 QUALITY ARE POSTPAID Opilld.Cn FIRST USE MORE SPINACH— IT IS FULL OF VITAMINES CULTURE — Spinach thrives in any ordinary soil and its cultivation is a very simple matter. , To secure good spinach early in the spring the seed should be planted in the fall. For a succession, sow again early in the spring and every two weeks thereafter. The plants should be cut before hot weather, while young and tender and when properly prepared no greens are more palatable and nutritious. Special prices will be made on larger amounts than quoted below. VIROFLAY, or VERY THICK LONG-LEAVED— This is the market gardener’s favorite for fall and spring sowing around Denver, as it furnishes an abundance of heavy, broad, dark green leaves of finest quality and appearance, and on account of their firmness and sub- stance they remain in prime saleable condition for a long time, making it especially desirable where bulk is desired. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Zz lb., 25c; 1 lb., 35c; 10 lbs., $2.50. Savoy ROUND BROAD LEAVED — This excellent variety comes quickly to maturity, forming clusters of large, very thick leaves, rather smooth and rounded at top A good kind and next to Viroflay as market gardeners’ choice. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Z2 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 35c; 10 lbs., $2.50 ; postpaid. LONG STANDING (Round Leaved) — An improved deep green vari- ety of round leaves. Does not run to seed jas quickly as others and one of the most desirable medium early varities. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; 1 lb., 35c; 10 lbs., $2.50. Postpaid. ALL SEASON SPINACH — Of flat, spreading, but compact growth. This sort is especially noticeable for its short stemmed, dark green leaves, which are heavily crumpled and savoyed. For marketing dur- ing the warm summer months, it is excellent. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Zz lb., 25c; 1 lb., 40c; 10 lbs., $2.50 ; postpaid. BLOOMSDALE SAVOY — A very early variety. The plant is of up- right growth with thick, glossy, dark green leaves of medium size, pointed but quite broad, curled and wrinkled like those of Savoy Cab- bage. It is hardy and grows rapidly to a suitable size for use. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Zz lb., 25c; 1 lb., 35c; 10 lbs., $2.50; postpaid. PRICKLY SEEDED WINTER — A fine variety with triangular, ob- long or arrow shaped leaves. Hardiest of all ; the best for fall sowing where winters are severe. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Zz lb., 25c; 1 lb., 40c; 10 lbs., $2.75; postpaid. MOUNTAIN SPINACH — Is distinct from the common varieties and more productive. May be cut several times during a season. Contrary to belief it grows in almost any location ; produces a crop in summer when other varieties fail. Especially recommended for home gardens. Pkt., 10c; 1 oz.. 15c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 75c; postpaid. NEW ZEALAND (Tretragonia Expensa) — Unlike true spinach in type in that it thrives during hot weather in any soil, rich or poor. The tender shoots are good quality and may be cut continuously throughout the summer. The plants become very large and spreading ; leaves small, broad, but pointed. The seed, which is four to five times as large as common spinach, can be planted from four to six inches apart or in hills as desired. Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c ; postpaid. KING OF DENMARK — The leaves are large, rounded, somewhat blistered, and deep green. The plants grow vigorously and are ready to use as soon as any kind ; while at the same timq they remain a long time in good condition after other kinds have run to seed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 20c; lb., 50c; 10 lbs., $4.00; postpaid. 60 B^E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. FOR EARLY SQUASH USE HOTKAPS. See Page 98 SQUASH Squashes (ALL PRICES POSTPAID) Squashes are divided into two different classes — summer and winter. Although they neither resemble nor taste dike, both are known as squashes. The majority of the summer varieties are the bush sorts, while the winter van- ities are the running sorts. ♦ EARLY WHITE BUSH SCALLOPED— An extra early sort that is ready for market ahead of any of the other varieties of White Bush Squash. The demand for White Bush Squash is increasing each year among the car, lot vegetable shippers. One of the pe- culiar characteristics of this squash is that in order to keep it bearing and producing the squash must be kept picked and never allowed to grow larger than five to six inches across. And as this is the size desired by the shippers, ready markets can always be found. Last year there was not enough Early White Bush Squash planted to supply the demand. It is easy to grow ; a fine eating vegetable and should be planted in all gar- dens, large or small. Ppstpaid : Pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c; J/4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.15. Summer Varieties CULTURE — Summer or bush varieties should be planted in rows three feet apart and three and one-half feet in the row, for these sorts are produced on bushes and never! trail. Winter varieties are of different growth and should be planted In hills about four to five feet apart and allowed to vine and trail all o“ver the ground. Squash do not demand much cultivation and thrive on almost any soil. Never plant squash until all danger of frost is past, for they are very sensitive to cold. Drop three to four seeds to the hill. Always be careful not to bruise when harvesting, for a bruise will start decay and the squash will spoil. FORDHOOK SQUASH — Can be used either for a summer or winter variety ; the first fruits are oblong and thick meated of a yellowish color, being very highly flavored. For summer use gather before it is quite ripe, but for winter allow them to ripen on the vine and when stored they will keep throughout the entire winter. Being a bush variety it can be planted close and a heavy yield produced on a small patch. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.15; postpaid. GIANT SUMMER CROOKNECK — An improvement over the Summer Crookneck, and rapidly becoming a favorite among the market gardeners. Its growth and habits resemble the common crookneck variety, but the fruits have a different shaped neck ; instead of being long, narrow and crooked it is somewhat shorter, thicker and straighter, making it more desirable for packing and not so liable to break off. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.15; postpaid. VEGETABLE MARROW — Any one enjoying summer varieties should plant some of this variety as it is exceedingly delicious as well ns prolific. Steamed when young or can be fried as an egg plant and is equal to egg plant. The squash is 12 to 14 inches in length, is a creamy color, does not require much irrigation and in fact it is a good sort for dry lands. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.15; postpaid. Winter Varieties Early White Bush GOLDEN HUBBARD — Very productive; fruits uniform in size, weighing from six to eight pounds. Shaped like the Hubbard ; good keeper; shell is very hard, warty and of rich orange-red color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. CHICAGO WARTY HUBBARD— This is the best and most popular strain of the winter squash. When thoroughly ripe its tough, warted shell is as hard as a rock, and the meat is a rich golden-orange color, possessing the highest Savor, only to be compared with that of a sweet potato. Many prefer a good ripe Hubbard Squash baked well done in a hot oven to baked sweet potatoes. Chicago Warty Hubbard, if allowed to ripen will keep in good condition, and one may have this delicious vegetable all winter. They ire easy to grow, and pay you well for the time and :rouble. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; lb., $1.15; 5 lbs., 55.00 ; postpaid. HUBBARD SQUASH (TRUE) — The old standard variety )f winter squash, and equal in every respect to the warty n growth, flavor and yield, but matures a few days earlier. Practically the only difference is in the skin or shell. The true Hub- bard has a smooth surface while the warty Hubbard is knotted and rough. Price, postpaid: Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.15; 5 lbs., $5.00. Chicago Warty Hubbard (Squash continued on Next Page) 61 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE SQUASH— Continued PIKE’S PEAK, or SIBLEY— An excellent winter squash. Fine grained and superior in flavor and keeping qualities to the Hubbard squash, but not so well known. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. MAMMOTH CHILI — Attains very large size, some as large as 150 to 200 pounds. The flesh is rich and very desirable for stock feeding. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid. BOSTON MARROW — Is the favorite winter squash of the Eeastern states. It is of fine flavor and a good keeper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J/4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. MARBLE HEAD — Of bluish color, sweet and dry. Fine flavored. Shape long and pointed at both ends. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. ACORN SQUASH— See Novelties, Page 6. DELICIOUS — This is a splendid variety ; more like the Hubbard than any other, but surpasses it in some respects for home use as it is not quite so large. The shell is not so hard ; the meat is thicker and of extra fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25. BANANA SQUASH — This is a rather odd squash but a great favor- ite wherever grown. The squash grows 1% to 2% feet long and about: 9 inches in diameter. The skin is light olive color ; flesh beautiful orange and it is recognized as the sweetest squash that grows. When matured it will keep longer than the -Hubbard. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50. T OM AT OES--W estem Grown PRICES ON TOMATOES ARE POSTPAID CULTURE — The best crops are grown in light soil. For extra early fruit the seed should be sown in hot beds about the first week in March. Sow seed in rows 4 inches, apart and not over one-half inch deep. Enough plants for a small garden may be grown in shallow boxes or flower pots in a sunny window in the house. When the weather becomes warm out of doors, gradually harden them by exposing them to the air. When all danger of frost is past, set out in the open and water until the plants are established. JOHN BAER — (Gold Seal Quality) — The JOHN BAER tomato is the largest extra early tomato grown. It is a very vigorous grower and sets its blossoms quicker than any of the early sorts. It does not make long vines, but covers the short stalky vines with an abundance of large size, globular, smooth and uniform toma- toes that ripen quick and are ready for the market one week earlier than the Earli- ana. The color is a beautiful bright scarlet. The fruit is coreless and has a delicious sweet flavor, being very solid and meaty. It often has from eight to ten large, perfect tomatoes in one cluster. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; postpaid. BONNIE BEST — An early scarlet fruited tomato which has proven very success- ful wherever grown It matures about ten days earlier than the Chalk’s Jewell, is smooth, very even in size and a heavy producer. We recommend this variety for the home garden, canning and shipping purposes. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; *4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $2.75; postpaid. DWARF CHAMPION— This is an early, medium sized variety. The fruit is produced in clusters of three to five ; having a glossy purple appearance, and are very solid, meaty and thick fleshed. The plants make a sturdy, upright growth and are frequently called Tree Tomatoes. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; oz., 30c; *4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00; postpaid. PONDEROSA (Improved Strain) — Is a purple tomato, of the same color and grade as the Beauty. It is the largest and heaviest practical variety and considered by thousands the best large slicing tomato; bears well throughout the entire season and is a fine sort for the home garden. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 1 oz., 35c; J4 lb., $1.15; 1 lb., $3.75; postpaid. John Baer EARLY DETROIT — A second early, medium sized, smooth, handsome globe-shaped, purple fruited variety. Yields more marketable tomatoes and earlier than the Beauty, which popular variety it closely resembles. We consider it a better main crop tomato than the Beauty, because it is more prolific, thicker and a better shipper. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; *4 lb., $1.10; 1 lb., $4.00; postpaid. ACME TOMATO — Vines are large, hardy and productive. Fruits are purplish pink, round, smooth and of a medium size, free from cracks. Although a very good shipping variety, it is also desirable as a home garden sort. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; *4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.25; postpaid. Beauty EARLY BIRD — (Gold Seal Quality) — This new, extra early, wonderful toma- ; to came to our notice eight years ago, and wa have offered it as a novelty on j account of its merits. It is now the leading early tomato. The Early Bird is both earlier and superior to the June Pink or Earliest i Pink, and its color is red, not pink or off-color, like other early varieties. I Market gardeners who are looking for something early, of good even size and a ; heavy bearer, should not overlook this wonderful tomato. It is extremely early, j of dwarf habit, bears large fruit, and a heavy producer of good colored toma- i toes — what more do you want?- Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; >4 lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.50; ' postpaid. JUNE PINK — (Gold Seal Quality) — One of the most satisfactory, extra early | varieties, yields as much as Spark’s Earliana and Chalk’s Early Jewell, ripen- ; ing a few days earlier than either of these. The fruit is good 6ize, smooth, j purplish-red and are produced in great abundance. This is an excellent tomato j for the home garden or local market, but will not stand shipping, as it is too 5 tender and thin-skinned for this purpose. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; ^ oz., 15c; j oz., 40c; lb., $1.50; 1 lb., $4.00; postpaid. BEAUTY — (Gold Seal Quality) — This splendid tomato is without doubt the most widely known and popular of all the purple fruited varieties. A hardy grower, very prolific ; large, always smooth and a glossy crimson with a tinge of purple ; grows in clusters of four to six large fruits, retaining its splendid size throughout the entire season. Ripens quite early, entirely free from ribbed or elongated fruit; flesh is very firm, has a tough skin and few seeds, seldom rots or cracks after rain. Picked green, it will still ripen nicely. For the main crop we strongly recommend the Beauty, as for shipping and general marketing pur- poses it has no superior. Our seed is grown from selected stock and has been tested. It can be depended upon to give the best results. Pk.t, 5c; *4 oz., 10c; oz,, 30c; J4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $2.75; postpaid. 62 Turnips WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. CHALKS EARLY JEWELL — This is one of the most satisfactory of all early varieties, matures a week to ten days later than the Earliana. The fruit is bright red, very heavy, producing abundantly and continually, having an excellent flavor. This is one of the very finest tomatoes for the home garden and for canning, purposes. Pkt., 5c ; *4 oz., 10c; oz., 35c; /$. lb., $1.10; 1 lb., $3.25. SPARK’S EARLIANA — This is a remarkable early tomato. The fruit is of good size, red, smooth and a very heavy yielder. We rec- ommend this variety as an early tomato, but not for the main crop. Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c; j/4 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $3.00. NEW STONE — Is one of the best shipping tomatoes owing to its wonderful keeping qualities, and if you intend growing for shipping purposes do not overlook this wonderful, bright red, perfectly smooth, tomato. It is not being given the cultivation it deserves in this sec- tion ; the statistics of the entire country show that there are more Stone tomatoes marketed than any other six varieties put together. It is a sure cropper, fruit larger and more prolific than the Beauty, and the flesh is solid and free from core. Pkt., 5c; J4 oz., 15c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.00; 1 lb., $3.00. GLOBE — An early beautiful variety and on account of shape, it permits a greater number of slices than other sorts. Its flesh is firm, has few seeds, ripens early and is very productive and almost blight proof. This tomato should be planted more extensively by out-of-door planters for it is early and an abundant producer, fine flavor and an excellent shipper. As a greenhouse tomato it is absolutely unexcelled. Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c; J/4 lb., $1.25; 1 lb., $4.00. Small Varieties for Preserving and Pickling YELLOW PLUM — A yellow plum-shaped variety, average one inch in diameter; excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c; % oz., 15c; 1 oz., 50c; J/4. lb., $1.75. YELLOW PEAR — Similar to the Yellow Plum, but fruits are pear- shaped. Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 15c; 1 oz., 50c; *4 lb., $1.75. RED CHERRY— Fruits round, bright red, presenting a beautiful appearance. Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 15c; 1 oz., 50c; % lb., $1.75. HUSK TOMATO — For preserving purposes only. Pkt., 5c; J/4. oz., 15c; 1 oz., 50c; % lb.. $1.75. MIXED SMALL TOMATOES— Above four varieties. Pkt., 10c. TURNIPS This diagram shows comparative sizes and shapes of different varieties of Turnips and Rutabagas, also portion above ground. CULTURE — Turnip is one of the first seeds to be sown in the spring. As soon as the ground can be worked, spade or plow deeply, and prepare the surface finely, raking off all clods and stones. Sow the seeds at once in the freshly dug soil ; sow very thinly and rake the seedd, into the soil one-half inch deep. When up, thin out to three inches apart. Turnips become tough and strong during the hot weather, and the sowing should be so regulated that they will become fit for use, either early in the summer or late autumn. For winter use, sow from the middle of July to the end of August. EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN— (Gold Seal Quality)— This is the earliest turnip and is grown exclusively for bunching for the early market. A flat variety, and for this reason has practically no sale after the globe-shaped sorts are offered. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN— (Gold Seal Quality)— Same as Extra Early White Milan except that about one-third of the turnip is purplish blue. Pkt., 5c; large pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. EARLY SNOWBALL — Very rapid grower, being white, and ;s the first of the globe-shaped sorts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 15c ; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. Early Snowball 63 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE TURNIPS— Continued EARLY PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAF — This is a flat shaped turnip — one-third of the upper portion is pur- ple, balance of the skin is white. In many localities this variety is preferred on account of its fine flavor and it finds a place in many home gardens. It is not extensively planted by market gardeners. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; XA lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. LONG WHITE, or COW HORN— This variety grows large, partly above' the ground. Flesh white and sweet. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; |/4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. White Egg “Gold Seal” WHITE EGG (“Gold Seal”)— This I strain of White Egg turnip is the j standard for market gardeners who J plant for sacking purposes. It is an 1 unusually quick grower and never fails i to produce even size, pure white tur- jj nips of perfect shape. After you have harvested your crop of early peas, 1 1 beans, cabbage, lettuce, etc., .you will have plenty of time to secure a good J | crop of turnips of this strain from the :j same piece of ground. The skin and meat are as white as snow, being very crisp, tender and sweet, and is known • as the best turnip for keeping or stor- ing throughout the winter. Due to its sweet flavor it is regarded as the finest eating turnip under cultivation. Price: Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE— (Gold Seal Quality)— The most popular turnip in cultivation, possessing the two qualities looked for- ward to from turnips ; being both early and sweet. The demand for the Purple Top turnip is becoming greater each year, and in a short time it will be classed among the leading turnips for market gardeners. The flesh is snow white, crisp, sweet and solid ; skin is pure white and smooth except at the crown and shoulders of the tur- nip; it is colored a rich, reddish purple. A good keeper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; XA lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. Purple Top White Globe POMERANEAN WHITE GLOBE— One of the most productive kinds and in good rich soil, roots will frequently grow eight pounds in weight. Perfect globe shaped ; skin white and smooth. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; J/4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c. YELLOW TURNIPS LARGE AMBER GLOBE — One of the best varieties for a field crop for stock. Color of skin and flesh yellow ; fine grained and sweet; hardy, keeps well, and is a good cropper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c ; lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid GOLDEN BALL — Undoubtedly among the most delicate and sweetest flavored yellow fleshed turnips, not of large size, but firm, hard and of superior quality. Keeps well and is a fine table sort. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lA lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. YELLOW ABERDEEN — Very hardy, productive, and a good keeper. Color pale yellow, with purple top, shaped like a globe. Firm in tex- ture, resembling rutabagas. Good for table or stock feeding. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. DANISH BORTFELDER TURNIP (Largest Turnip Grown) — In countries where turnips are grown extensively for feeding purposes, the Bortfelder is a favorite. It grows two feet in length and five inches in diameter, and of cream color flesh. It is a rapid grower and the most productive of all turnips. It is fed to stock same as mangels. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c. RUTABAGAS Rutabagas are excellent feed and when fed as mangels they greatly enrich the flow of milk. BANGBOLM RUTABAGA— (Gold Seal Quality)— This is the largest rutabaga grown and has been awarded the highest certificate by the Danish government as the best cropping rutabaga. On several trials tio it has produced as much as 49 tons per acre where it is intensively grown. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; 1 lb, 90c; postpaid. IMPROVED AMERICAN PURPLE TOP— (Gold Seal Quality)— Very hardy and productive ; flesh yellow ; sweet and solid. Good for 6tock or table use. One of the best yellow sorts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., . 30c; 1 lb., 90c; postpaid. 64 THE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Plants Vegetable Plants and Roots WE ARE THE BEST EQUIPPED SEED HOUSE IN THE WEST FOR FURNISHING PLANTS While the plants we grow are of the best quality, yet, to be candid, we must recommend that everyone grow their own plants as they always jprove more satisfactory, for it stands to reason that plants taken out of the growing beds and immediately set in the fields will do much better ihan plants that have been out of the ground considerable time, as is necessary when they are shipped by express, or still worse, by parcel post. Again we wish to impress on growers in| higher altitudes that plants never do so well when they are taken from a lower district and set out n a higher altitude— this is especially true of cauliflower plants— grow your own, it is not a great trouble. We do not recommend sending vegetable plants by mail, but if you desire your order to come through the mail, we will do all in our power to have them reach you in good shape, but we will not be responsible for their delivery in good condition. If wanted by parcel post, add 5c per dozen, 10c per hundred, 70c per thousand. No plants sent C. O. D. PABBAGE, Early — Golden Acre BBAGE, Early — Early Jersey * 1 ningstadt (Ready April 15th) 1st) or later if desired — ....... $ CABBAGE, Red — Red Rock, Red Stonehead (Ready April 15th) or later CABBAGE — Savoy or Curly, Early Ulm, Drumhead Savoy (Ready April 15th) or later EGG PLANT — Black Beauty, New York Improved (Ready May 20th) or later CAULIFLOWER, Early — Dwarf Erfurt, Early Snowball, Maxine Snowball (Ready April 15th) I CAULIFLOWER, Late — Johnson’s Special Strain, Henderson’s Snowball, Danish Perfection (Ready May 1st) 25 CELERY — Golden Self Blanching, Hartner’s Wonder, Giant Pascal, Golden Summer (Ready May 20th) or later. TOMATOES, Transplanted — Early Bird, June Pink, Earliana, Chalk’s Early Jewel, Beauty, Yellow Plum, Cherry, John Bear, Dwarf Champion (Ready May 15th) or later PEPPERS — Chinese Giant, Early Neapolitan, Pimento, Bull Nose, Mikado (Ready May 15th) PEPPERS — Chili, Cayenne, Ruby King, Ruby Giant (Ready May 15th) or later ONIONS — White Bermuda (Ready April 1st) (See Bermuda Onion Plants below) Per Dozen Per . 100 Per 1000 ..$ .25 $ .85 $5.00 t- .. *20 .70 4.50 y .. .20 .70 4.00 .. .20 .70 4.50 .. .20 .70 4.50 .. .40 1.50 10.00 . .25 1.00 6.50 .. .25 1.00 6.50 ... .20 .65 4.00 ... .25 .80 5.00 ■d ... .30 1.00 6.50 30 1.50 8.00 .. .30 1.50 8.00 .30 PLANTS AND SHRUBS BY PARCEL POST On account of slow transportation and rough handling, we find plants and shrubs often arrive damaged when shipped by parcel post. Therefore, it is impossible for us to guarantee their safe arrival by parcel post. If by parcel post, add 5c per dozen, 10c per hundred. ASPARAGUS ROOTS — The roots we offer are fresh stock grown from our best strains of Imported Seeds. We offer both one-year and two-year old roots, but for good quick results we recommend the two- year old strong, vigorous roots. The prices on Asparagus Roots are postpaid. The two best varieties grown in our section are the Palmet- to and the Argenteuil ; both produce green shoots that are tender from tips to base. We can furnish good, strong plants of the following: Giant Ai’genteuil, Palmetto, Conover’s Colossal, Mammoth White. Good two-year old roots, 1 dozen, 35c, postpaid; 100 for $1.50, postpaid; 1,000 for $10.00, prepaid, by express or parcel post. MARY WASHINGTON — This asparagus, which has been selected by the United States Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., has proven to be nearly rust free. The shoots are thick and heavy. They are long and straight with closely folded tips. The color is rich dark green, tinted darker at the tips. It is a heavy yielder of exceptionally fine flavor. 1 dozen, 40c; 100, $2.50, postpaid; 1,000, $20.00, prepaid. RHUBARB (Pie Plant) — No garden is complete without this old standard. It is easy to start and improves each year. Although we have many varieties we recommend the Strawberry, Giant Red, Large Victoria. We have only two-year old roots that will do well in any soil. Each, 10c; dozen, 70c; postpaid; 100, $5.00. Write for special price on large amounts. HORSE RADISH — This is one of the hardiest vegetables for the garden or farm. It gives results the first year. The larger roots can be taken up and stored for winter use. If grown for the market you will find it very profitable. 1 dozen roots postpaid, 20c; 100 roots postpaid, $1.25. For larger amounts get our special price. ARTICHOKES (Jerusalem) — The culture of the Artichoke is similar to the potato, hence the name : “Potato Artichokes.” For description see page 57. Price: 1 lb., postpaid, 15c; 10 lbs., postpaid, 70c. Write for price on large amounts. MINT ROOTS — The true old-fashioned mint for seasoning ; easy to grow and gives results the first season. Doz., 15c; clump of roots, 30c; postpaid. CHIVES (Schnittlauch)— Although of the vegetable family it can also be used as a* border plant for the flowers. For flavoring soups, cottage cheese, etc. When using for flavoring the tall slender leaves or tops are clipped close to the ground and chopped up fine, the same as parsley. After cutting, the tops sprout again for future use; eight or ten cuttings may be obtained in one season. Per bunch, large, 30c, prepaid. SAGE — One-year clumps. Each, 30c, postpaid. TARRAGON — Highly recommended for Tarragon Vinegar. Each, 15c, postpaid. BERMUDA ONION PLANTS Early, Mild and Sweet These are rather new, but in the past two years trials have proved they are a success, and they are replacing dry onion sets, especially where they are grown for a green onion for table use, as they produce a much milcler and sweeter onion. If left to stand, they will produce a large yield of dry onions, such as are offered for sale in the spring at fancy prices. They are just as easy to grow as onion sets and nb higher in price. They are put up 100 plants to the bunch, 80 bunches or 8000 plants to the crate. PRICES, POSTPAID: 100 1000 8000 White Bermuda, skin straw color ...... .30 2.00 12.50 Crystal White Bermuda, pure white. .30 2.10 13.00 On larger amounts, write for special prfces. VEGETABLE PLANT COLLECTION. (60 cents Postpaid) We are offering you here a fine collection of good strong plants, a dandy assortment for an average garden. Extra care is given this collec- tion, both as to the grade and packing, so that they will carry good by mail. 1 dozen Late Cabbage Plants. 1 dozen Snowball Cauliflower Plants. V2 Large Green Pepper Plants. V2 dozen Large Tomato Plants. 1 dozen Early Cabbage Plants. 65 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE FLOWER SEED There are no more satisfactory flowers than those grown from seed, especially the easily grown and brilliant flowering annuals. The? beautiful shrubs and trees, of course, have their place, but are far more expensive than a paper of seed which will furnish a large number) of plants with usually enough for one garden and some to spare. Some flowers like Dahlias, etc., wilt or fag soon after they are cut. Ordinary precaution is daily change of water. The best treatment, for these is to pick them at the coolest hour, either late at night or early in the morning. Dip two or three inches of the stems in boiling' water for two or three minutes and then place in cold water and in a cold place. Do not hold flowers over the hot water, but dip the stems! from the side, being careful not to heat the flowers. Another success is to dissolve an aspirin tablet in the vase. CULTURE Cultural directions are given on the packets, and we urge purchasers to study them carefully. While some seeds need special treatment, the following general rules will apply to all. Make the surface of the soil as fine, smooth and level as possible ; do not plant when the ground is wet ; cover each lot of seeds to a uniform depth, which should not be more than four times the diameter of the seed ; press the soil firmly; over the seed; plant in rows so that the starting plants can be seen easily; thin out the young plants to prevent crowding and keep entirely free from weeds. Plants are usually divided into three classes. Annuals, Biennials and Perennials. Annuals are plants which normally live but a single season. Biennials are plants living two years ; particularly those which do not bear flowers and fruit until the second season. Perennialsj tend to live from year to year. ABRONIA Lee Sand Verbena. ACROLINUM (Everlasting, Mixed) A hardy half annual, producing white and rose colored double daisy-like flowers. 1000 — Double Mixed Pkt., 5c; ©z., 25c ADONIS (Pheasant’s Eye) Flos Adonis. Feathery Foliage. Hardy annual. 1001 — Blood Red Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c AGERATUM (Floss Flower) Very attractive dwarf border flower. 1002 — Dwarf Blue Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1003 — Mixed Colors Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c AGROSTEMMA See Rose of Heaven. ALYSSUM These are without doubt one of the easiest flowers grown, for borders, baskets, pots, rockwork and for cutting. In borders, sow thickly, so as to form masses. 1004 — Sweet Alyssum — Common Pure white flowers of a delicate fragrance. Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c 1005 — Little Gem or Carpet of Snow One of the quickest growing border plants. Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c AMARANTHUS, SWEET SCENTED Plants are hardy annuals and are grown for their brilliant foliage. 1006 — Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat) Grows from 3 to 5 feet. Leaves variegated ; flowers crimson. Pkt., 10c; oz., 70c 1007 — Caudatus (Love Lies Bleeding) Long drooping crimson flower spikes with yellow- ish green foliage. Pkt., 10c; oz., 70c ANCHUSA (Italica) 1008 — Dropmore Variety Hardy perennial, growing about 5 feet ; flowers are a clear, bright blue. Pkt., 10c; oz., $2.50 ANTIRRHIUM See Snap Dragon. Crego Giant Aster AQUILEGIA See Columbine. ASTERS The asters are now among the most interesting, beautiful and satis- factory of flowers ; late years have added charming new colors and gigantic size to the kinds now being grown in this country. They thrive and flower throughout the entire summer and there is hardly a prettier sight than a bed of asters in full bloom. They will do well in a partly shaded position where their blossoms last longer and attain a deeper tint than in full sunshine. The Aster is of easy culture and when started from seed should be sown in March or April in the hot bed, greenhouse, or in boxes, and when the plants have three or four leaves transplant to the open, 18 inches apart each way. For Aster Plants, see Page 86. IMPROVED CREGO ASTERS This class of Asters are teo unique that we feel they should have a section all to themselves. Of free, sturdy growth, attaining a height of 2 to 2 V2 feet. The foliage is a glossy green, the branches bearing literally in masses the most graceful fluffy flowers, rarely less than four inches across, as beautiful as the most exquisite Chrysanthemum, keeping in good condition longer than any other Aster of this type. Blooms August to late frosts. 1009 — Improved Crego Pink 1010 — Improved Crego Lavender 1011 — Improved Crego Crimson 1012 — Improved Crego Purple 1013 — Improved Crego. Blue 1014— Improved Crego Violet 1015 — Improved Crego White 1016 — Improved Crego Mixed Any of the above Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c; Yt oz., 25c; oz., 70c. QUEEN OF THE MARKET ASTER One of the finest and earliest blooming varieties. Of branching habit, 18 inches high. 1017 — Mixed Colors Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; oz., 60c GIANT COMET ASTER Forms flowers of extraordinary size and beauty. A favorite European variety. 1018 — Mixed Colors Pkt., '10c; *4 oz., 20c; oz., 60c AMERICAN BRANCHING— SEMPLES ASTER ! 1 1 s 1 I The plant grows 1*4 feet high. The blossoms, which are large and full petaled, are borne on long stems or branches. 1019 — Mixed Colors Pkt., 10c; Y± oz., 25c; oz., 75c OSTRICH FEATHER ASTER The flowers of this class resemble the Japanese Chrysanthemums, | with long, curved, fringe-like petals, giving a feathery appearance ; of immense size. 2 y2 feet. _■ | 1020 — Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c; */•>- oz., 30c; oz., 50c f I BALSAM (Lady Slipper) Sometimes called “Touch-Me-Not.” The colors range from white " to dark purple, sometimes spotted or striped. Tender annual. 1021 — Dwarf Mixed — Double J Stalks 1 foot high Pkt., 5c; oz., 50< l 1022 — Camelia Flowered Mixed Largest double variety Pkt., 5c; oz., 75< f 66 Flower Seeds ry WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. BABY’S BREATH (Gypsophila) Small fragrant flowers, borne on long feathery stems. No flower dds more of light and grace to a bouquet than this, and when once rown will be found indispensible. )23 — Elegans Annual — The plants are covered with pure white flowers. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 024 — Elegans Rosea — A beautiful soft pink Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c )25 — Panicukita (Perennial) — This is especially feathery and delicate. Pkt., 10c; y2 oz., 20c BACHELOR BUTTON CANNA (Indian Shot) Very showy plant with massive foliage and spikes of brilliant flowers. Seed should be soaked in warm water 24 hours before sow- ing. Height three feet. 1041 — Finest Mixed — All colors Pkt., 10c; oz., 60c CANTERBURY BELL (Campanula) Bears a great prefusion of attractive, bell-shaped flowers. Hardy perennial, grows from two to four feet. 1042— Single Mixed— Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c 1043— Double Mixed— Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00 See Centaurea Cyanus. BALLOON VINE (Love-in-a-Puff) Hardy annual growing 10 ft. in height. Foliage light green. 026 — — - Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c BLACKEYED SUSAN (Thunbergia) Hardy annual climber with flowes of buff, orange or white. 027— Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c BRACHYCOME See Daisy, Swan River. BROWALLA Blooms profusely ; makes a fine bedding plant. Flowers are blue vith white center. 028 — Pkt., 5c; oz., $1.00 CALIFORNIA POPPY (Eschscholtzia) Cheerful blooms and finely cut foliage. Sow where plants are to •emain. Hardy annual, grows one to one one-half feet high. 1029 — Thorburnii — Coppery orange Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c L030 — Golden West — Bright yellow, orange base Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c 1031 — California — Rich yellow Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c |1032 — Carmine King — Carmine-rose Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c 1033 — Mixed — Handsome colors Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c CASTOR OIL BEAN (Ricinus) A flowering tropical appearing plant, growing to a height of 12 to 14 ft. Leaves grow to an enormous size. Used for ornamental pur- poses only. 1044 Zanzibarensis — Large variety Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c California Poppy CALENDULA (Pot Marigold) Large double flowers blooming all summer, closing somewhat at night. Flowers grow 1% to 2 feet high. In the past , five years this has become very popular because it is so easy to grow, a constant bloomer, and a very desirable and decorative house flower. 1034— Double Orange King — Large, rich deep orange. ---Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c 1035 — Double Lemon Queen — Large lemon or sulphur Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c 1036 — Double Mixed — Mixture of several shades orange, yellow and primrose Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c This is an extra fine double variety, far superior to Marguerite. 1046% — Double Cardinal Red Pkt., 15c; % oz., 50c 1047 — Double Pure White Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 40c 1047% — Double Mixed Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c CARDINAL CLIMBER An annual climber and of rapid growth, attaining a height of 20 feet. Bears many small scarlet flowers. 1048— Pkt., 10c; y2 oz., 25c CELOSIA See Chinese Woolflower, also Cockscomb (Page 68). CALLIOPSIS (Coreopsis) One of the easiest growing annuals. Very showy and excellent for cut flowers. Flowers grow 1% to 2 feet high. 1037 — Tall Finest Mixed — Contains yellow, orange, brown, etc. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c CANARY BIRD VINE Finely cut leaves and bears a profusion of beautiful golden yellow, fragrant flowers. Tall annual climber, growing 10 ft. Easily grown. 1038— Best quality Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c CANDYTUFT Requires little care ; blooms all summer. Sow in early spring and in August. 12 inches high. Easy to grow. 1039 — Empress — Large, white trusses of branching habit ; very free bloomer. Recommended for bedding and cut flowers. Pkt., 5c ; oz., 50c 1040 — Mixed — All colors Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c CATCHFLY Forms compact round bushes ; produces dense umbels of red, pink or white flowers, 12 inches. 1049— Mixed Pkt., 5c CENTAUREA (Corn Flower) The popular Cornflower is also known as “Blue Bottle.” “Ragged Sailor,” “Kaiserblume,” and “Bachelor Button.” These are bright flowered plants of the hardiest nature and simplest culture, and yet the most attractive and graceful of all old-fashioned flowers. 1050 — Bachelor Button (Centaurea Cyanus) — The true old-fashioned Bachelor Button. Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1051 — Bachelor Button (Blue Bottle) — Deep purple Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1052 — Sweet Sultan (Centaurea Imperialis) — Mixed colors Pkt., 5c; oz.. 40c 1053 — Yellow ...Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1054 — All varieties Centaurea Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz„ 25c CARNATION Are an extra vigorous race, especially adapted for outdoor culture They are very neat in habit and are remarkable for their rich pro- fusion of flowers. Can be sown in early spring but most satisfactory method is to start indoors and transplant to the open. MARGUERITE One of the earliest to bloom. Flowers fragrant, deeply fringed, suited for outdoor planting. 1045 — Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c CHABAUD’S Everblooming earliest dwarf French variety. Flowers in six months, large fine blooms. 1046 — Finest Double Mixed Pkt., 15c; % oz., 45c GIANT GRENADINE 67; BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE CHINESE WOOLFLOWER (Celosia Childsii) A unique free-flowering annual whose massive globular crimson- scarlet heads resemble tufts of brilliantly colored wool. Its ease of culture and freedom of bloom throughout the summer recommends it for general planting. 1055 — Finest quality — -Pkt., 15c; oz., 50c COCKSCOMB Showy annual. Whoever has grown them is charmed by their beauty and fantasy of form. They thrive best in a rich, warm soil with plenty of sunshine. The heads will keep for weeks when cut and put into water. 1056— Plumesia and Cristata Mixed— This mixture contains both the feather heads and the solid comblilce heads of rich velvety crimson and scarlet color Pkt., 10c; y> oz., 50c CHRYSANTHEMUM Do not confuse these annuals with the winter-flowering sorts of the florists. They bloom profusely from early summer until frost, and when grown in large beds or masses, their bright colors make a splendid show. All are fine for cut flowers. Average height, 1 to iy2 feet. 1057 — Finest Single Mixed (Painted Daisy)— Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1058 — Finest Double Mixed (Coronarium) — Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1059 — Paris Daisy (Frutescens) — ... Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c Painted Daisy CLARKIA A very pretty, easy growing annual. Blooms early and freely, flowers in spikes of bright colors. Height 2 feet. 1060 — Double and Single Mixed — ; Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c COBEA SCANDENS (Cup and Saucer Vine) A perennial climber of rapid growth ; growing 20 to 30 feet in a season. Bears large bell-shaped purple flowers. Free from insects. 1061 — - . Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c COLUMBINE (Aquilegia) Exceedingly showy, hardy plants, growing from 1 to 8 feet high ; do best in shady, moist places. 1062 — Single Mixed — _ Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1063 — Double Mixed — ,. Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00 1064 — Rocky Mountain — Very beautiful perennial ; native of Colorado. Color ranges from light to dark blue; centers cream white. Pkt., 10c We can* supply roots if desired ; see Shrubs. COLLINSIA A free-flowering and easily-grown annual, reaching a height of 1 to 2 feet. Flowers white, crimson, purple, etc. A California wild flower. 1065 — Best Mixed — Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c COSMOS A strong, tall-growing annual, with bold flowers of exquisite dainti- ness and airiness, heightened in effect by their foliage-setting of feathery green. It is most effective when planted in broad masses or along background border against evergreens or fences. Seed should be planted in early spring. 1066 — Early Flowering Mammoth Mixed — Earliest of all. This new strain will produce flowers in July from seed sown in the open ground in May. Grows 4 feet tall Pkt., 5c; oz.. 35c 1067 — Extra Elarly Flowering, Pink — Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c CUT FLOWERS This mixture contains all the main varieties of flowers suited for cut flowers and the ones that are easily grown. 1068— Best Mixture— . Liberal Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c CYPRESS VINE A tender annual climber with finely cut leaves and small star-shaped scarlet flowers. 1069— Mixed— Pkt., 5c. oz> 35c DAHLIA Dahlias are of easy cultivation ; growing freely in most any soi [( from seed in the spring. Although perennial they will flower th s) first season if sown early. 1070— Double Mixed— ~ Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.7 1071 — Single Mixed — Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.2 DAISIES 1072 — Double English Daisy — Seed sown in early spring will bloom th ! first summer, and continue for years if given a slight protection dur ing winter. Should be sown in partial shade. H. P. 3 to 6 inches Pkt., 10. 1073 — African Daisy (Dimorphotheca) — Rare and very showy annuals from South Africa ; having daisy-like flowers of a glossy salmon orange shade with black central ring. A lovely color when flower is open in the sun. Height one foot....:. Pkt., lOe; oz., $1.21 1074 — Blue-Eyed African Daisy — -Hardy annual easily grown fron seed. The daisy-like flowers are silvery-white with a blue eye sur rounded by a narrow golden band. The under part of petals is lilac blue Pkt., 10< 1075 — Shasta Daisy — A hardy perennial ; sometimes called the Califor nia Daisy ; a beautiful flower with large white petals and dark centers measuring 3 to 4 inches across..... , Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.0( 1076 — Swan River Daisy (Brachycome) — Free-flowering ; dwarf grow ing annuals ; covered during the greater part of the summer with i profusion of pretty blue and white flowers. Suitable for edgings ; i inches high Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.0( DIANTHUS— See Pinks. DIGITALIS— See Fox Glove. DOLICHOS— See Hyacinth Bean. DELPHINIUM— See Larkspur. DUSTY MILLER (Centaurea) 1077 — An excellent plant for border; foliage light green, almost white Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 ESCHSCHOLTZIA See California Poppy. EVERLASTING FLOWERS See Acrolinium, Globe Amaranth, Statice and Xeranthemum. EVERLASTING SWEET PEAS (Lathyrus) 1078 — A hardy, perennial climber, growing 10 feet high. Flowers re- semble Sweet Peas, but are borne on racemes* with eight to ten flowers to the stem Pkt., 15c Everlasting Sweet Peas EVENING PRIMROSE (Oenothera) 1079 — A free-flowering annual producing single flowers which open in the evening abundance of large, Pkt.. 10c 68 WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Flower Seeds FEVER FEW (Matricari) neat. annual, growing 2 ft. high See ^Burning Bush. 1080— Pretty and neat. Small, double white- flower, being hardy 9. ft. Vlip-h Pkt. 5c; oz., 50c FIRE PLANT FLOWERING SAGE See Salvia. FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis) These dainty little flowers love cool, moist soils, and like pansies, bloom most freely in fall and early spring. They make beautiful dose borders or edgings. L081— Mixed - PW., 10c; 3 Pkts., 25c FOUR O’CLOCK (Marvel of Peru) Plants are large and require plenty of space. Flowers sweet scented, funnel-shaped, being white, red, yellow or striped. Open about 4 /clock in the afternoon. 2 feet. 1082 — Mixed — Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c 108214 — 1 Tall Mixed— ....Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c FOX GLOVE (Digitalis) The tall, flower-like spikes of the Fox Gloves, often 2 to 3 ft., are particularly handsome when grown among shrubery, or in bold masses. 1083 — Mixed — ....... • Pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c GAILLARDIA (Grandiflora) A constant bloomer from early summer to late fall. Flowers scarlet and orange. While it is a hardy perennial, will bloom the first year from early planting. Height 1% feet. oc 1084 — Mixed — - Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c GERANIUM The most popular bedding plants and for pot culture. The blooms are very brilliant and leaves are beautifully marked. 1085 — Mixed — Consisting of double and single Pkt., 20c GLOBE AMARANTH Produces very showy everlasting small globe-shaped flowers. When in full bloom should be cut and hung up to dry. Will hold their color all winter 1086 — Finest Mixed — • Pkt., 5c; % oz., 20c GODETIA (Satin Flower) Rapid growing ; large. Mallow-like flowers ; very ornamental as pot plants or in mixed beds. Plants require plenty of room and thrive better in a poor soil. 2 feet. , ' 1087 — Dwarf Varieties Mixed — Pkt., 5c; V-> oz., 20c GOURDS, ORNAMENTAL Climber. Quick growing vines ; excellent for covering arbors, walls and waste places. Gourds grow in curious shapes and are used for house ornaments. 1088— Finest Mixed Varieties Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c GYPSOPHILIA See Baby Breath. HELIANTHUS i See Sunflower. HELICHRYSUM (Giant Strawflowers) The largest and showiest of the everlastings, are effective for winter bouquets mingled with Statice and other dried flowers. If wanted for drying, cut with as long stems as possible when the flowers are about one-third open. Strip of all the foliage, tie in small bunches and hand heads downward in some dark, dry place until cured. 1089 — Finest Mixed— . ..Pkt., 5c; % oz., 20c HELIOTROPE These well known greenhouse and bedding favorites are highly valued for their sweet scented flowers. 1090 — Purple — Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.50 1091 — Mixed — Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.50 HOLLYHOCK These stately, old-fashioned perennials are most striking when seen in groups or long rows against evergreen hedges, shrubbery, etc., and, in their turn form a very fine background for plants of lower growth. 1092— Double Mixed— Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00 1093— Single Mixed— Pkt., 5c; oz., 65c HUMULUS See Japanese Hop. HYACINTH BEAN A fine climber with clusters of purple and white flowers. 1094 — Mixed colors — . ;.......Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c > ICEPLANT 1095 — Flowers frosted or wax-like. Leaves of great substance. Ex- cellent for hanging baskets or rockwork. 6 in.... Pkt., 5c IMMORTELLES See Everlasting Flowers. IPOMOEA GRANDIFLORA See Moon Flower. IPOMOEA PURPUREA See Morning Glory* IPOMOEA QUAMOCLIT See Cypress Vine. JAPANESE HOP (Humulus) 1096 — There is no- hardier vine than this. Resists drought, and insects never bother it. The foliage is beautifully varigated. Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c JOB’S TEARS Curious ornamental grass with broad, corn-like leaves and lustrous slate colored seeds used for beads. Valuable for winter bouquets with everlasting flowers. 109614— .....Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c JOSEPH’S COAT See Amaranthus. KOCHIA (Summer Cypress) This splendid ornamental annual is sometimes called Burning Bush. The plants form a dense oval bush, 2 to 4 ft. high. Light green foliage, changing to carmine as summer advances. 1097— Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c KUDZU- VINE (Jack-and-the-Bean Stalk) Hardy perennial climber. It will grow from 8 to 10 feet the first season from seed, each year getting larger. Forms a dense shade ; unequalled for porches, arbors, etc. 1098— . Pkt., 10c; 3 for 25c LACE FLOWER (Didiscus Coerulus) Hardy annual. Grows about 2 feet in height, with lovely blue flowers. Make beautiful cut flowers as they last a long time in water. 1099— .....Pkt., 15c LARKSPUR DELPHINIUM ANNUAL These free blooming annuals are very easy grown. Seeds planted in the open in spring will soon produce beautiful double flowers, borne on long spikes. Very effective in beds or masses. Grows two feet high. 1100 — Double Mixed — Tall Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1101— Blue— Tall Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c 1102 — White — Tall Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c 1103— Pink— Tall Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c LARKSPUR DELPHINIUM PERENNIAL Hyrid Large Flowering. Single, semi-double and double in attractive shades of lavender, blue and purple. The plants are tall growing and are most desirable as a background for lower growing flowers or for planting in clumps in the open border. 1104 — Mixed — .-. Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., $1.00 LANTANA A rapid growing plant. The flowers borne in Verbena-like heads, embracing every shade of pink, purple, orange and white. Height about 2 feet. 1105 — Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c LOBELIA Charming little plants that bloom very quickly from seed, and con- tinue gay with9 flowers all through the season. 1106 — Royal Purple — Deep blue, with ' distinct white eye. Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c 1107— Tall Mixed— Pkt., 10c; oz., 65c LOVE LIES BLEEDING See Amaranthus. MARIGOLD Old fashioned annuals, rich and showy, blooming continually all summer ; excellent for bouquets and a beautiful garden plant. Tall African varieties are best for garden and cutting, while French and other sorts are especially adapted for edgings. GIANT AFRICAN, DOUBLE Three foot tnll 1108 — Finest Mixed Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 45c 1109 — Orange Prince .......Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 45c FRENCH, DWARF DOUBLE Eight inches tall. 1110 — Finest Mixed ....Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 45c MARVEL OF PERU See Four O’Clocks. MATRICARI See Fever Few. ~»- . MAURANDIA Beautiful, rapid climber ; blooms profusely until late in the autumn ; will flower the first season. 1111— . ,. ...Pkt., 20c MIGNONETTE A well-known favorite annual in all gardens. Cultivated for its fragrant flowers, which come quickly. Set on compact spikes. Sow . in early spring. 1112 — Reseda Odorato Grandiflora — This Is the sweet scented border variety Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1113 — Improved Machet — Flowers are very, large of reddish-green color, very fragrant....! Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c MIMULUS Half-hardy perennials blooming from seed the first season if sown early. Height eight inches. 1114 — Tigrinus (Monkey Flower) — Flowers large and spotted. Mixed .........Pkt., 10c; oz., $2.00 1115 — Moschatus (Musk Plant) — Small yellow flowers. Fine for hang- ing baskets ; fragrant Pkt., 15c 69 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Moon Flower MOON FLOWER (Ipomoea) A beautiful summer climber, grows 20 to 40 ft. high, makes nice shade for porches and bears a profusion of large, trumpet-shaped flowers ; richly scented. H16— Finest White .Pkt., 10c 1117— Finest Blue Pkt., 10c 1118 — Finest Mixed ig Pkt., 10c MORNING GLORY (Convolvulus) No climber is more popular than is the Morning Glory. For cover- ing trellises or unsightly back fences they and climbing nasturtiums are most often planted. Morning Glories grow quickly to a vine 15 feet long and bear a great abundance of brilliant, funnel-shaped flowers, of various colors, blue predominating. Soak the seed for two hours in warm water to hasten germination ; of easy culture. 1119 — Major, Tall Mixed— Very rapid grower, attaining a height of 15 ft. Flowers are bell-shaped, of many bright colors. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c 1120 — Minor, Dwarf Mixed — Hardy bedding and border plant. Height one foot Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1121 — Imperial Japanese — Bears hundreds of various colored flowers. Vines are very vigorous, growing to a height of 10 to 12 feet. Fringed Mixed - ..Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c 1122 — Morning Glory Blue- — Pale blue flowers ...Pkt„ 10c; oz., 25c MOURNING BRIDE (Scabiosa) Well established garden favorites. They grow about 2 feet high and commence to bloom early in July, continuing until frost. The flowers are borne on long stems and last a long time when cut. Fine for beds or borders, growing two feet in height. 1123 — Tall Double Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 70c 1124 — Dwarf Double Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 70c MYOSOTIS See Forget-Me-Not. NASTURTIUMS If you have space for them, you cannot have too many Nasturtiums. Easy to grow in most any soil. Plant the seed anywhere. The tall kind are especially suitable for covering fences, rookeries, trellises and the dwarf varieties especially adapted for borders. All Nastur- tiums are very showy with their brilliant colored flowers and beauti- fully marked leaves. PRICES: Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c; any six 5c packets, 25c; postpaid. Nasturtium TALL OR CLIMBING VARIETIES Besides their ordinary garden use for trailing over fences, trellis stone walls, etc., these can be used for hanging baskets and for po plants for winter flowering as screens. 1125 — King Theodore— Dark red. 1126 — Heinemann — Chocolate. 1127 — Jupiter — Rich yellow large flowers. 1128 — Pearl— Cream white. 1129 — Von Moltke — Bluish rose. 1130 — Variegated Leaved— Every leaf is variegated with yellow, whit* and green. 1131— Mixed — Contains all tall varieties. Any of the above Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; V4 lb., 45* $ DWARF OR TOM THUMB VARIETIES These have a neat, compact habit and attractive foliage, are no* f disturbed by insects, bloom in two months from sowing. 1132— King Theodore — Dark red flower and dark leaf. 1133 — Lady Bird — Rich yellow spotted scarlet. 1134 — Golden King — Golden yellow, dark leaved. 1135 — Pearl — Cream white. 1136 — Empress of India — Dark scarlet flowers. 1137 — Mixed — Contains all dwarf varieties. Any of the above . .Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45< NEMESIA Pretty annual ; produces orchid-like flowers. 1138 — Large Flowering Pkt., NICOTIANA (Flowering Tobacco) Species of tobacco. Valuable as decorative plants. Height 3 feet. Sweet scented flowers. 1139 — Mixed .Pkt., 10t i NIGELLA (Love-in-a-Mist) An easy to grow annual. Flowers blue and white, foliage fine moss. 1139y2— Mixed - Pkt., 5c; oz., 50« ORNAMENTAL GRASSES Very showy foliage; blooming during the summer and fall. Height 2 fg^tt 1140— Mixed „ Pkt., 10c OENOTHERA See Evening Primrose. PANSY This flower with its alluring little faces and beautiful marking of brilliant array of blending colors, if given a chance, makes one of the most popular flowers we have and it is easily grown. Best adapted to partly moist and somewhat shaded places but for large blooms, rich soil is best. Seed sown in spring will bloom in mid-summer. For early spring flowers, sow seed in August and protect plants in cold frames or straw during winter. BRIGHT COLORS A good variety of excellent colors, but flowers are only medium size. 1141— Good Colors Pkt., 5c; % oz., 35c; oz., $1.00 GIANT TRIMARDEAU This is a French variety. Flowers are large size of most beautiful and varied shades, usually marked with three large blotches. We recommend this variety where a wide range of color is desired. 1142 — Mixed Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 50c; oz., $1.50 Pansy 70 Flower Seeds T.JS WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. MAMMOTH EXHIBITION This strain comprises a beautiful collection of colors and markings and is one of the finest mixtures both as regards to size and color. 1143— Mixed Pkt., 20c; % oz., 80c; oz., $3.00 GOLD SEAL GIANTS This superb strain selected by a leading domestic grower, is the largest and best in cultivation. Not only are the flowers of gigantic size, but for brilliancy of color and markings they are unexcelled. We especially recommend this strain for florists and those who make a specialty of growing pansy plants for commercial trade. 1144— Mixed Pkt., 25c; % oz., $1.50; oz., $5.00 PASSION FLOWER (Fast Growing) Hardy perennial climber. 1145— Mixed Pkt., 10c PETUNIA There is no flower more highly prized for use in beds, massing, borders, window-boxes, baskets and vases. Succeeds in almost any soil and produces very fragrant blooms the entire summer. Sow thinly and do not cover seed to a depth of more than four times their size. 1146— Petunia — Hybrid White Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 30c 1147— Petunia — Hybrida Scarlet Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 30c 1148 — Petunia — Hybrida Violet Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 30c 1149 — Petunia — Stripped and Blotched Pkt., 5c; *4 oz., 30c 1150 — Petunia — Hybrida — (Finest Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c POPPY (ANNUAL VARIETIES) This is a quick easy grown flower, ranging in color from pure white to darkest crimson and violet. Plant in the open and thin to eight inches apart. They will not transplant. 1159— Flanders Field — The famous poppy of Flander’s Field. Single annual of blood red color Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c Shirley Poppy GRANDIFLORA This is the finest Petunia grown. Flowers extra large, beautifully marked, double and fringed. If you appreciate fine Petunias, try these. 1151 — Double Mixed Pkt., 50c; Vs oz., $15.00 Petunia 1160 — Shirley — Beautifully crimped petals ; wonderful shades of blue, lavender, salmon, etc Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c 1161 — Carnation Flowered Double Mixed — Very double fringed; colors dazzling ..Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c 1162 — Peony Flowered Double Mixed — Immense double, globular flowers. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c POPPY (Perennial Varieties) While this variety is a perennial, they usually bloom the first year. 1163 — Oriental — Enormous flowers; deep flashing scarlet; hardy peren- nial, growing 3 feet in height Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 50c ICELAND POPPY (Nudi Caule) This is the new Iceland Poppy, gracefully brilliant, excellent for cutting. Plant is low and compact. 1164 — Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 40c PORTULACA (Moss Rose) This little annual is unexcelled for brilliancy among the flowers of low growth. Grows and blooms best through the hot sun and light, carpeting the ground with a mat of foliage, which in the forenoon is hidden with gayest of flowers. Sow seed in the open ground. 1164% — Large Flowering Double Mixed, Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 60c; oz., $2.00 1165 — Large Flowering Single Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c PYRETHRUM Hardy perennial with dust-like flowers of bright colors. 1166 — Roseurn (Insect Powder Plant) — Single flowers of pink, rose and white . Pkt., 10c 1167 — Golden Feather — Grows 6 inches, with rich yellow foliage. Pkt., 10c RICINUS See Castor-Oil Bean. PHLOX DRUMMONDII (ANNUAL) Being one of the prettiest annuals, Phlox should occupy a prominent place in every garden. It is of easy cultivation, and remarkable for its profusion of bloom, which will continue until frost. The rich and brilliant colors produce an elegant effect in beds or borders. Fine also for cutting. 1152 — All varieties Drummondii Mixed Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 40c 1153— Fringed and Star Shaped Mixed Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 40c 1154 — Splendens (Brilliant scarlet, white eye) Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 40c PERENNIAL PHLOX Individual flowers similar to the annual variety, but borne in clus- ters of 30 to 40 flowers on a tall stiff stem 2 to 4 feet high. 1155 — Mixed Pkt., 10c PINKS, GARDEN (Dianthus) This satisfactory old fashioned flower blooms in profusion all sum- mer long. They are hardy and grow twelve to fifteen inches tall and bear marvelous brilliant and contrasting flowers, which are empha- sized by stripes and dots. 1156 — Chinese or Indian Pink — Blood Red, Double Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1157 — Chinese or Indian Pink — Extra Double, Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c 1158— Chinese or Indian Pink — Single Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c ' ROSE OF HEAVEN (Agrostemma) A hardy free blooming anuual with flowers of bright rose. 1168 — Pkt., 5c; oz., 3®e SALVIA (Scarlet Sage) A tender perennial blooming the first year from seed. Well known bedding plants with long, flaming flower spikes, displayed with strik- ing effect against the deep green foliage. 1% to 3 feet. 1169— Splendens — Height 3 feet....... .....Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c; oz,. $1.50 1170 — Bonfire — Compact bush, growing 2 feet. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c; oz., $1.50 1171 — Coccinfia — Small scarlet flowers Pkt., 5c; Vs oz., 20c SALPIGLOSSIS (Velvet Flower) Half hardy annual ; grows 14 inches high, flowers showy, large, funnel-shaped, mottled, veined and self-colored. Requires rich soil. 1172— Mixed Pkt., 10c; Vs oz., 50c SAND VERBENA (Abronia) Very pretty, trailing plants ; numerous clusters of sweet scented flowers. Rosy lilac, with white eye. 1173— .. pkt., 5c SCABIOSA See Mourning Bride. BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE SCARLET RUNNER BEAN SWEET ROCKET (Hesperis) Ornamental climber, with bright porches or trellis. 1174— scarlet blooms. Excellent for Pkt., 5c; % lb., 15c The plants grow 2 feet high and purple. Hardy perennial. 1194 — White, Purple or Mixed bear showy flowers of white and Pkt., 5c; oz, 25c SENSITIVE PLANT The leaves instantly fold up iy2 feet. 1175— when touched ; elegant foliage, height Pkt., 10c SMILAX A perennial climber with deep, glossy green leaves. 1176 — Pkt., 10c SNAP DRAGON (Antirrhinum) The Snap JDragon is one of our finest perennials, flowering the first year from seed. Its bright-colored, curiously-formed flowers always ex- cite interest. Height 2 feet. 1177— Finest Tall Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1178 — Finest Dwarf Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1179— White, Tall Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1180— Scarlet, Tall Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1181 — Bright Rose, Tall ..Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1182 — Golden Orange, Tall „..Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1183— Yellow, Tall Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c 1184 — Purple, Tall ...Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN A very showy plant ; makes a beautiful combination with other flowers. 1185 — - Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c STATICE An easily grown everlasting annual. They prefer a sunny situation. Very satisfactory for winter bouquets after being dried. 1186 — Best Mixed :.. Pkt., 10c; y2 oz., 25c Sweet William SWEET WILLIAM A splendid old-fashioned flower, producing large heads of beautifully- eolored, sweet-scented flowers in abundance. Hardy, easily grown, flowering the second year from seed. 1 y2 feet high. 1192 — Single Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c 1193 — Double Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 75c STOCKS Are used for bedding, borders, pot culture or bouquets. To secure early flowers, start seed in window-boxes or under glass in March or April, and transplant to the open ground in the middle of May. 1 y2 to 2 feet. 1187 — Ten Weeks — Finest single mixed ...Pkt„ 5c; oz., $1.00 1188 — Ten Weeks German — Finest Double Mixed, Dwarf Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 STRAW FLOWER See Acroclinium, Globe Amaranth, Helichrysum, Statice, Xeranthe- num. Pkt. e&ch of the above, 20c; postpaid SUNFLOWER (Helianthus) These are hardy annuals of easy culture. Grown in clumps or bor- ders they are extremely showy. 1189 — Double Chrysanthemum Flowered — Large, intensely double, bright yellow flowers Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c 1190 — Red Sunflower — Many beautiful shades of red Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c 1191 — Russian Mammoth— Single heads measure 12 to 20 inches in diameter and contain an immense quantity of seed, used as feed for fowls ....Pkt., 5c; y2 lb., 15c; 1 lb., 25c VERBENA In rich soil, single plants of this pretty annual creeper will carpet a space 3 to 4 feet in diameter. For beds, borders, mounds, window- boxes, etc., it is particularly fine and is frequently used as an under- growth for tall plants, like lilies. 1195 — Hybrida (Mixed) Pkt., 5c; oz., $1.00 1196— Hybrida White Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 1197— Hybrida Blue Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 1198— Hybrida Pink Pkt.. 10c; oz., $1.25 1199 — Hybrida Scarlet Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 1200 — Hybrida Yellow .Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25 1201 — Hybrida, Gigantea (Giant Flowered)- — Enormously large, with brilliant white eyes, very striking. A splendid mixture of rich colors, with a large percentage of red Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.50 VIOLET Hardy perennial, blooming freely throughout the summer and au- tumn ; of easy culture and seed may be sown out of doors, where the plants are to remain. The Violet is the emblem of modesty. 1203— The Czar— Blue Pkt., 10c VINE MIXTURE This mixture contains over ten different varieties of Vine Seed, and where heavy foliage or vines are wanted, nothing better could be had than this mixture. 1204— ...... Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c WALL FLOWER Favorite sweet-scented flower of fine color ; useful as spring bedding, flowering the first season from seed. 1205 — Single Finest Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., $1.00 1206 — Double Finest Mixed.. ..Pkt., 10c; oz., $2.25 WILD CUCUMBER A very rapid climber covering trellises, fences, porches, in less time than any annual. 1207— , .....Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c WILD FLOWER GARDEN MIXTURE This is a well balanced mixture of best annuals, calculated to make a striking display. Excellent to meet the demand for odd corner mixtures. 1208 — Best Mixture Pkt'., 5c; oz„ 20c XERANTHEMUM A popular flower of the immortelle class blooming freely in common soil. Plant is of very compact habit. 1209— Double Mixed..... Pkt., 5c; % oz., 25c ZINNIAS < Youth and Old Age) Few flowers are so easily grown, or so early when grown from the seed sown in the open ground. They require but little attention from the time the seed is sown in April or May. They bloom abundantly and continuously throughout the entire season. We especially call attention to our Dahlia Flowered and Giant Double Zinnias. - ZINNIA GIANT DAHLIA FLOWERED This new type of ZinniasTar surpasses any that has been offered to the public in past years. The flowers are unusually large, resembling closely many of the Dahlia blossoms, and are often five to six inches in diameter. They come in a wide range of colors, with stout stems. Plants are sturdy and grow to be about three feet high and bloom continuously from early summer until frost. Also see Novelties, Page 5. 1210 — Best and finest colors Mixed Pkt., 25c ; ys oz., $1.00 GIANT DOUBLE FLOWERING These improved Zinnias are one of the most brilliant, showy_ and satisfactory of all annuals. The strain we offer js exceptionally fine as it has been produced by careful selection. 1211 — Crimson 1212— Flesh Pink 1213 — Golden Yellow 1214 — Purple 1215— White 1216 — Scarlet 1217— Mixed Any of the above Pkt., 15c; >4 oz., 40c; oz., $1.25 Any 5 packages, 60c Postpaid ZINNIA ELEGANS Small flowers. A very good mixture of the small flowering varieties. Very satisfactory for house decorations. 1218 — Double Mixed ....; ...... ..;.„.,Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c 1219 — Single Mixed Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c T,y WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. SWEET PEAS Sweet Peas CULTURE— A deep, rich, moist soil is best suited for the growth of sweet peas. The ground should be worked or dug to a depth of six inches to one foot and mixed with bone meal or well rotted stable manure, leaving a hollow three inches deep for the seed bed Sweet Peas should not be grown on the same soil year after year. If the location cannot be changed, the soil to a depth and width of a foot or more should be removed and replaced with sou from another part of the garden or grounds. Sow early, covering about % inch deep, and by degrees as the vines grow up, fill the trench up with soil. Spring sowing should be made just as soon as the ground can be prepared. After the plants are two inches high, cultivate as they grow and a slight sprinkling of Flora fertilizer worked into the soil will be a great benefit. When the plants are about 5 inches high some support should be furnished such as brush strings, wire netting, etc. Be sure to plant as early as possible, gifve the flowers plenty of water and keep the blooms picked. One ounce of seed will plant 10 feet of drill. SPENCER OR ORCHID FLOWERING TRUE SPENCER SWEET PEAS (Orchid Varieties) -Many people believe that the Spencers are nothing more than large flowering varieties and selected from the common strains of Sweet Peas. But this is not true, for Spencer Sweet Peas are of a different and grander type: the color, curves, aroma and gigantic size attained through Spencer strains could never be found in the common grades. You will note from description that we have selected only the very best types of separate colors, those that we know will give satisfaction. Our Mixed Spencers contain all the Standard varieties, including our selection of straight colors. There are hundreds of varieties of Sweet Peas, and yet there is but a slight difference in many of the sorts and it is almost impossible for growers of sweet peas to decide and select the best vaneties, so this year we are listing only the finest and best varieties of each class. For instance, there are many varieties of scarlet, but we list Hawlmark Scarlet, which has proven the best the world over. BLUE 1501 — Colne Valley — Light Blue 1502 Mrs. Tom Jones — Bright Delphinium Blue 1503 — Wedgewood — Azure Blue 1504 — Commander Godsall — Violet Blue CARMINE 1505 — Renown — Carmine Rose CERISE 1506 — Royal Salute — Rich Fiery Cerise 1507 — Hawlmark Cerise — Rose Cerise CREAM 1508 — Dobbie’s Cream — Deep Primrose 1509 — Matchless — Cream CREAM PINK 1510 — Margaret Atlee — Giant Cream Pink * CRIMSON 1511 — Crimson King — Rich Deep Crimson 1512 — King Edward — Crimson Self LAVENDER 1513 — Austin Frederick, Imp. — Giant Lavender 1514— %Asta Ohn — Lavender Mauve 1515 — R. F. Felton — Rosy Lavender 1516 — Hawlmark Lavender — Pure Pale Lavender 1517 — Gladys — Lilac Lavender PINK 1518 — Hercules — Mammoth Rosy Pink 1519 — Enchantress — Heavy Blooming Pink 1520 — Afterglow — Pink Lilac PURPLE 1521 — Royal Purple — Large Flower, color Royal Purple ROSE 1522 — Risobel — Large Light Rose 1523 — Marthla Washington — Deep Rose SALMON 1524 — Barbara — Fine Salmon 1525 — Stirling Stent — Salmon Orange SCARLET 1526 — Hawlmark Scarlet — True Scarlet WHITE 1527 — Edna May, Imp. — Large White Waved MAROON 1528 — Othello-r— Dark Maroon 1529 — Warrior — Deep Maroon ORANGE 1530 — Tangerine Imp. — Glowing Orange 1531 — Helen Lewis — Orange Pink 1532 — George Shawyer — Giant Orange Salmon 1533 — The President — Orange Scarlet PICOTEE 1534 — Youth — Large White Pink Picotee SPENCER MIXED The distinguished characteristics of the new Spencer Sweet Peas are thes splendid form and gigantic flowers, which are waved and fluted, which often measure two inches across. The stems are very long and strong, and often bear four blossoms, which remain in bloom much longer than other Sweet Peas. This mixture includes all the Spencers we describe above, besides many other varieties to make a well balanced array of color and beauty. As Sweet Peas are one of our specialties, we aim to surpass all others in our Sweet Peas and we give our mixtures our special attention. 1535— Spencer Mixed, Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.75; postpaid. Prices of Named Varieties Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Va lb., 65c; lb., $2.40; postpaid. SPENCER COLLECTIONS— See Next Page CALIFORNIA GIANT SWEET PEAS— See Next Page BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE SWEET PEAS— Continued SWEET PEAS (California Giants) While the California Giant Sweet Peas are not as waved as the Spencers, yet they are very beautiful and produce an abundance of flowers of a large array of colors. They are a little easier to grow than the Spencer varieties. Culture is the same as the Spencer. All varieties of Sweet Peas do best in new soil. PRICES OF NAMED VARITIES Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; XA lb., 40c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. 1636— Dorothy Eckford — One of the best of all white sorts. 1637 — Hon. Mrs. Kenyon — The best yellow to date. 1638 — Prima Dona — Pure pink, large flower. 1639 — Prince of Wales — Rose crimson. 1640 — Lady Grisel Hamilton — Best lavender, giant flowered. 1641: — Black Knight — Deep maroon. 1642 — King Edward — Bright red. Large flowers. 1643 — Captain of the Blues — Purplish mauve. 1644 — Navy Blue — Brilliant blue. 1645 — America — The brightest blood red, striped white. 1646 — Miss Wilmot — Orange pink, wings rose. Any seven 5c packages of the above California Giants, 25c. 1647 — Gold Seal Mixture — Every color of the rainbow. An almost unlimited variety of shades, tones and combinations of colors. The best and most desirable mixture possible to make, including the large flowering sorts and many magnificent Spencers. It is made up re- gardless of expense. This mixture was especially made to give satis- faction Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; postpaid 1648 — Striped Varieties, Mixed — A beautiful mixture .made up exclu- sively of striped, mottled and flaked varieties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; rA lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.25; postpaid. 1649— Solid Color Mixture — This mixture consists of the most beautiful varieties of solid colors for many of our patrons do not care for the striped or variegated varieties, but prefer a mixture containing such colors as red, scarlet, violet, blue, purple, white, pink, lavender, maroon, etc Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; XA lb., 50c; 1 lb., $1.50; postpaid. SPENCER COLLECTIONS GREAT SIXTEEN SPENCER COLLECTION, POSTPAID $1.00 One each of the 16 different varieties named below Colne Valley Renown Royal Salute Dobbie’s Cream Margaret Atlee Crimson King Austin Frederick Hercules Royal Purple Risobel Regular Price $1.60 Barbara Hawlmark Scarlet Edna May Othello Tangerine Youth “GREAT FOUR” SPENCER COLLECTION, 30c Martha Washington Edna May King Edward Spencer Asta Ohn GREAT SEVEN, SPENCER, POSTPAID, 50c Edna May King Edward R. F. Felton Stirling Stent Royal Purple Enchantress Regular Price, 70c Dobbie’s Cream California Giant Sweet Peas EVERLASTING SWEET PEAS, SEE PAGE 68 hTrbs ANISE — An annual, cultivated principally for the seeds, which have a fragrant smell and pleasant taste. Used for medicinal purposes ; leaves used for garnishing and flavoring. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.25. BASIL SWEET — A hardy annual from the East Indies. Seeds and stems have a flavor similar to cloves and are used for flavoring soups. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c; lb., $1.50. BORAGE — Leaves used for flavoring, and flowers furnish bee pas- turage ; most easily grown in any waste place. Pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25. CARAWAY — Cultivated for its seed, which is used in confectionery, cakes, etc. Leaves are sometimes used in soups. If sown in August plants will give a fair crop the next season, but when sown in the spring will not generally seed until the next year. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c. CATNIP — Leaves and young shoots used for flavoring. Pkt., 5c ; oz., 35c. CORIANDER — A hardy annual, cultivated for its seed, which has an agreeable taste and is used in confectionery and to disguise the taste of medicine. Pkt.,. 5c; oz., 10c; XA lb., 20c; lb., 60c. DILL — An annual, cultivated for its seed, which is aromatic and has a warm pungent taste. Good for flatulence and colic in infants. Used in pickling. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c. LAVENDER — An aromatic and useful medicinal herb. Pkt., IOcg oz., 30c; % lb., 85c; lb., $3.00. SWEET FENNEL — A hardy perennial ; leaves used in soups, fish, sauces, garnishes and salads. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c; lb., $1.50. HOREHOUND — A perennial herb with a strong aromatic 6mell ; bitter pungent taste. Used as a tonic and enters into the composition of cough syrups. Does fine in poor soils. Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c; *4 lb., $1.10. ROSEMARY — The leaves are aromatic and used for medicinal pur- poses only. Pkt., 10c; oz., 45c; % lb., $1.35. SAVORY SUMMER — A hardy annual ; when dried, stems, leaves- and flowers are extensively used for soups and dressings. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 40c; lb., $1.25. SAFFRON (Carthamus tinctorius) — Used in medicine and also in dye. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c. THYME — A perennial used both medicinally and as a culinary plant. The young leaves and tops are used for soups, dressings and sauces. A tea made of the leaves sometimes relieves nervous headaches. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 85c; lb., $3.00. SWEET MARJORAM — A perennial plant but not hardy enough to stand the northern winters. Young tender tops are used for flavoring and may be cut and dri^d for winter use. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; XA lb., 85c; lb., $3.00. SAGE — A hardy perennial, possessing some medicinal properties, cultivated principally as a condiment, it being used more extensively than any other herb for flavoring and in dressings. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50. SORREL — Broad leaved perennial, used in soups and salads and sometimes cooked like spinach. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; XA lb., 40c; lb., $1.00. WORMWOOD — Leaves used as a tonic. A dry poor soil is best for this plant. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c; lb., $1.50. a n t (I c I : 74 ----A “ ils. Very attractive and ornamental. Price: Each, $1.75; not post- ed. AMERICAN ELM (A) — 6 to 8 ft. Easily distinguished by its wide, •ching top, vase-like form and pendulous branchlets. Next to the ik, this is the grandest and most picturesque of American trees, ellow or brown in fall. Price: Each, $1.00; 10 for $9.00; not post- ed. AMERICAN LINDEN (AB) — A stately tree, with large, shining irdate leaves. Valuable for its beautiful white wood ; flowers in July, valuable lawn tree and should be used for this purpose. Price: ach, $1.60; 10 for $15.00. CATALPA BUNGEII (Um- brella Catalpa) (B) — Grafted on stems 6 to 8 feet high, it makes an umbrella-shaped top without pruning. Perfectly hardy, and flourishes in almost all soils and climates. Leaves large, glossy, heart-shaped, deep green, lying like shingles on a roof ; always making a symmetrical head. One of the most unique trees ; desirable for lawn, park and cemetery planting. Price: Each, $1.75; per 10, $16.00. CRAB— BECHTEL’S DOUBLE FLOWERING (B)— Makes a medium sized tree ; perfectly hardy, does well in a medium dry soil. Blooms appear to be a delicate pink, perfectly double small roses of delicious frag- rance. The only sweet-scented double crab. 4 to 5 feet. Not postpaid... Price: Each, $2.00. HORSE CHESTNUT OR BUCKEYE (B)— 6 to 8 ft. A handsome tree, with spreading branches and peculiar five- parted foliage. In spring it bears fine upright clusters of white flowers which are followed by large, odd prickly seedpods enclosing the well known buck- eye. Price: Each, $1.40; per Catalpa Bungeii 10, $12.00. RUSSIAN OLIVE (AB) — 4 to 5 ft. A very hardy and handsome pecies that in some sections forms a small tree, 8 to 12 feet high, 'he leaves are particularly handsome, willowlike and a rich silvery- rhite. The flowers are small, golden yellow and very fragrant, fol- ded by yellow fruits, which are covered with silvery scales. Blooms i June. Not postpaid: Each, 90c; per 10, $8.00. GOLDEN RUSSIAN WILLOW (B)— At the present time one of be most planted of all Willows and a very important tree, both from n ornamental and economical standpoint. It makes a round top tree f symmetrical form. One of its strongest ornamental features is the right clear golden yellow bark which offers a contrast wherever used, lot postpaid: Each, 75c; per 10, $6.50. LARIX LARCH (Larix Europea) — A lofty, rapid growing, pyramid- al tree, with delicate light green foliage and drooping branches, nth the characteristics of an evergreen, except that it drops its aliage in the fall. _ Very beautiful and fine for specimens on the iwn. 5 to 6 feet. $1.75 each; not postpaid. BLACK WALNUT — A splendid shade and ornamental tree and the est tree for Colorado. It should be planted more in this country, lecause of its deep tap root, x»nly small sizes should be set. 5 to 6 set. 75c each ; per ten, $6.50. CRATAEGUS OXYCANTHA, VAR. (Paul’s Double FI. Thorn)— This lorn is one of the most beautiful flowering trees of low dense growth, irge attractive foliage. The flowers are double, of deep carmine- sarlet color and its fruit is very effective and ornamental in autumn. to 5 feet. $1.50 each. MAPLE SUGAR OR HARD MAPLE (A) — 6 to 8 ft. This tree is chieftain of :s clan ; straight, spreading, symmetrical, of grand proportions, often 0 feet in height, and longer lived than most men who plant it. It rows well in all except damp, soggy soils, and roots deeply, allowing rass to grow close to its trunk. Its bold leaves have very rich autumn ints of clear yellow and scarlet. Price: Each, $1.40; per 10, $12.00; ot postpaid. they can have well kept and attractive looking grounds, add- There is an ornamental decidious tree for almost every pur- Our list comprises all those varieties which are well adapted your individual tastes. SOFT OR SILVER MAPLE (A) — 6 to 8 ft. A hardy, rapid-growing native tree of large size. Valuable for producing a quick shade. Ex- cellent for street planting. Price: Each, $1.00; per 10, $8.50; Hot postpaid. NORWAY MAPLE (A) — 6 to 8 ft. Native of Europe; a large, handsome tree, with broad, deep green shining foliage. Very desirable for street, park or lawns. The Norway Maple characteristically makes the roundest head ; is colored the deepest, coolest green ; and furnishes the densest shade of the entire list of good trees. Price: Each, $1.75; per 10, $15.00 ; not postpaid. Norway Maple WEIRS CUT LEAVED SILVER MAPLE (AB)— 6 to 8 feet. One of the best cut or dissected leaved trees ; being of rapid growth, it soon produces an effect. Not postpaid: Each, $1.50; per 10, $13.50. MOUNTAIN ASH (European) (B) — Hardy tree ; head dense and regular, beautiful fern-like green foliage ; covered from July till winter with clusters of bright, red berries. The combination of foliage and clustered fruits makes this one of the most striking and beautiful trees that grow. Not postpaid: Each, 90c; per 10, $8.00. POPLARS BOLLIANA (AB) — 8 to 10 ft. Similar to Lombardy in habit, but broader, with leaves glossy green above, silvery beneath, and beautiful light green bush. Each, $1.25; per 10, $11.00; not postpaid. CAROLINA (A) — 8 to 10 ft. Unexcelled for quick growth and effect. Its rapid growth giving an air of luxuriance to places where other trees appear starved. Showy and cheery from the constant move- ment of its glossy, silver-lined leaves, yet always casting a dense, cool shade. Not postpaid: Each, 75c; per 10, $6.50. CANADIAN (AB) — 8 to 10 feet. This poplar is related to the hardy Cottonwood, resembles it somewhat in habit of growth. It is extremely hardy, the tree is especially adapted to severe and exposed localities ; it is more desired than the Cottonwood because it does not shed cotton and is more shapely in its form and general growth. Not postpaid : Each, 75c; per 10, $6.50. LOMBARDY (AB) — 8 to 10 ft. Remarkable for its picturesque tall, spire-like form ; desirable as quick growing street trees. Not post- paid: Each, $1.00; per 10, $9.00. SILVER LEAVED POPLAR — Large growing ; leaves dark green on upper side, silver underneath. Each, $1.00; 10 for $9.00; not postpaid. WEEPING DECIDUOUS TREES CUT LEAVED WEEPING BIRCH (B)— One of the most elegant of all weeping trees. Its tall, slender, yet vigorous growth, with graceful drooping habit, silvery white bark and delicate cut leaved foliage makes it one of the most attractive trees. It is especially ornamental. 5 to 6 ft. Price: $2.75 each; not postpaid. MULBERRY TREE (Weeping) (B)— A graceful and beautiful hardy tree, forming a perfect umbrella shaped head, with long slender, wil- lowy branches, drooping to the ground and gracefully swaying in the wind Foliage small, lobed and of a delightful fresh glossy green. One year heads, $2.75 each; not postpaid. WISCONSIN WEEPING WILLOW (B)— 6 to 8 ft. Of dropping habit and beautiful form, the most hardy of all weeping willows. Not postpaid: Each, 75c. 79 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE HARDY ORNAMENTAL SHRUBS The permanent value and beauty of Deciduous Shrubs was never better understood and appreciated than at the U present time. The charm and grace they lend to the home grounds is invaluable and if proper selection is made it is te possible to have a continuous bloom from early spring until autumn. They look better when planted three or more of a kind grouped together, if the size of the plot will permit. They are suitable for border planting around the walks and lawns and also the low growing varieties for foundation planting around the house and porch. is To make It easier to select shrubs for particular purposes, we have adopted letters to denote the average height to which the various shrubs grow at maturity. T denotes Shrubs 12 to 15 feet. L denotes Shrubs 8 to 12 feet. M denotes Shrubs 6 to 8 feet. S denotes Shrubs 3 to 6 feet. D denotes Shrubs 2 to 3 feet. FLOWERING ALMOND ALMOND (M) — Spring flowering shrubs, blooming very gaily before the leaves appear. Their growth is dwarf, bushy and compact ; slender branched ; when in bloom completely hidden by beautiful, double flowers of rose or white, snuggling tight to “the twigs. Double White or Double Pink. 3 to 4 ft. Each, 90c; not prepaid. BUTTERFLY BUSH BUDDLEIA (Butterfly Bush) — A most beautiful shrub that should be in every garden. It produces long graceful stems, which terminate in tapering panicles of beautiful lilac colored flowers. It is a rapid grower and a single plant will throw out as many as fifty spikes a season. The shrub will freeze down in Colorado ; while hardy, it is best to cover the roots with leaves or manure, to insure a heavier growth the next season. It will bloom from June until frost. Extra strong plants. 50c each ; not prepaid. DOGWOOD CORNUS SIBIRICA ALBA (M) — Red stemmed. Clusters of fine white flowers, succeeded by a fall crop of ornamental berries ; stem and branches turning to blood-red in winter. Each, 60c; not prepaid. CORNUS STOLONIFERA, LUTEA (Flavviamea) (M)— Yellow stemmed. Clusters of white flowers, stems and branches are yellow. Each, 60c; not prepaid. ELDER (Sambucus) Although the Elders are attractive in flower and fruit, they are chiefly grown for their beautiful leaves, which make admirable fillers among the finer foliage and branches of the other shrubs. Being naturally rather tall growing and of robut habit, their use should be confined to backgrounds, screens, or the higher hedges. AMERICAN ELDER (Canadensis) (L) — Immense flat topped cymes of white flowers in early summer ; followed in August and September by luscious black fruits— the source of Mother’s “Elderberry Pie.” 3 to 4 ft. Each, 60c ; not prepaid. CUT LEAVED ELDER (Canadensis Acutifolia) (L)— One of the best cut leaved shrubs. 3 to 4 ft. Each, 60c ; not prepaid. in i ft GOLDEN ELDER (S. Nigra Aurea) (L) — Contrasted with other It shrubs, the golden yellow leaves of this European Elder gives heihgt- ly ened effects in tone and color. Flowers white in flat topped cymes. Vf Grows naturally 10 to 15 feet but can be pruned into neat, compact ft little bush. Each 60c; not prepaid. ’> ti FEATHER BUSH (Tamarix) AMURENSE (L) — The hardiest variety. The loose, rose colored flowers are borne along its branches, the foliage is light and feathery.^ If cut back each spring before the growth starts, the bush will be more ^ graceful during the season. May be planted on moist ground as well a as dry. 3 to 4 ft. Each, 50c; not prepaid. i * GOLDEN BELL FORSYTHIA SUSPENSA ossess a few roots of Rocky Mountain Columbines. Each, 20c ; dozen, 2.00. BLEEDING HEART (Dielytra Spectabilis) — A hardy perennial plant pith finely cut foliage, blooming early in the Spring. The flowers are rraceful, heart-shaped, pink and white and are borne in long racemes. Sach, 75c; dozen, $6.75. HARDY ASTERS (Michaelmas Daisies) — These are among the showi- st of our late-flowering hardy plants, giving a wealth of bloom at a eason when most other hardy flowers are past. We offer three colors nly — blue, white and light lavender. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. HOLLYHOCKS (Double Strong Field Roots)— As a backpound in arge borders or beds of the lower herbaceous plants there is nothing letter. For planting in rows or groups on the lawn, or interspersing mong the shrubbery, they are invaluable. The flowers, which are as legant in shape as a Camelia, form perfect rosettes of the most lovely hades. Separate colors— buff, white, yellow, maroon, fed, pink, blush. Sach, 15c; dozen, $1.50. IRIS (Germancia)— Large flowering varieties. Excellent for either lorders or massing. We carry the following colors : Blue, creamy- c-hite, purple and white, bronze, lavender, orange, yellow and purple. Sach, 15c; 1 dozen, $1.50. ORIENTAL POPPY— This poppy is perfectly hardy. Its large orange carlet flowers make it one of the most showy of all plants. Each, 25c. HIBISCUS (Crimson Eye) — An immense white flower with a crim- on eye. Perfectly hardy. Blooms freely from mid-summer until ;illed by frost. Each, 15c. DELPHINUM (Perennial Larkspur) — This old fashioned flower is lighly esteemed by every lover of flowers. In perennial border plant- ng it is indispensible for color effect. Belladonna — A magnificent new variety of light blue color. 25c each. Bellamosa — A very dark blue variety. 25c each. Gold Metal Hybrids — Vigorous strong grower with large flowers anging from lightest blue to purple. 25c each. GOLDEN GLOW (Rudbeckia) — The plant is compact, growing 6 to I feet high, producing numerous stems which are laden with double folden-yellow flowers. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. GYPSOPHILA PANICULATA (Baby’s Breath)— A beautiful peren- lial. When in bloom it forms a symmetrical mass 2 to 3 feet in height if minute pure white flowers, forming a beautiful gauze-like appear- mce. For cutting purposes it is exquisite, especially in combination vith high-colored flowers. Each, 15c. SWEET WILLIAM — Too well known to require description. A gen- eral favorite with all. Mixed colors only. Each 15c; dozen, $1.50. CANTERBURY BELLS— We can furnish assorted colors. Wonder- fully fine perennials, which will often reach 3 feet in height. Color blue, rose or white. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. TRITOMA (Red Hot Poker Plant) — A beautiful showy border plant producing handsome red or orange colored flowers on long stems. No other plant will produce such an abundance of blooms as the Tritoma. This flower is a rare beauty and will more than repay you for the little trouble it will cause. Each, 50c. FOX GLOVE — The tall, flower-like spikes of the Fox Gloves, often 2 to 3 feet long, are particularly handsome when grown among shrub- bery, or in bold masses. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. HARDY PHLOXES Among the hardy perennial plants, no class is of more importance than the Phloxes. They are of the easiest culture, flowering well in almost any soil or location. They embrace a wide range of color and produce a wealth of flowers from early summer until late in the fall. For best results, the clumps should be divided and reset after the third year. The following list contains the most desirable colors : BRIDESMAID — White, crimson eye. B. COMPTE — Rich purple. MRS. JENKINS — Large white flowers. RHINELANDER — Salmon pink, claret eye. RIJNSTROM — Bright crimson pink, immense flowers. R. P. STRUTHERS — Carmine, claret eye. ECLIPSE — Dark purple red. JOSEPHINE GERBAUX— Bluish, pale pink eye. EDMOND ROSTAND — Reddish violet, large, white star-shaped center. LAVENDER — Pure lavender. A late bloomer. PLUTON — Deep red wine. PANTHEON — Clear pink with dark eye. ROBT. WERNER — Deep blush, bright pink eye. WM. ROBINSON — Rich salmon scarlet. Fine. Price; Each, 20c; per dozen, $2.25; postpaid. GAILLARDIA (Grandiflora) — Beginning to flower in June, they con- inue one mass of bloom the entire summer. Flowers three inches in liameter. Center dark reddish-brown. Petals vary from scarlet-orange o crimson. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. SHASTA DAISIES (POSTPAID) COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA — A beautiful hardy border plant. Grows !0 inches high, and produces its bright golden-yellow flowers in great >rofusion the entire season. It makes a handsome vase flower when :ut and should be grown in quantity whenever flowers are wanted for table decorations. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. THE ALASKA (Burbank’s) — Very easy to grow. Immense snow- white flowers 4 inches in diameter. Blooms through the entire season. The best daisy to date. Price; Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. HARDY PINKS (Dianthus Chinensis) — This old-time “avorite is well deserving a place in every garden. They »ccupy but little space and yet produce a profusion of •ichly-hued flowers of delightful fragrance. Mixed colors. Sach, 15c; dozen, $1.50. ANTHEMIS (H&rdy Marguerite) — An excellent ana rofitable perennial for cutting. Its golden yellow daisy- ike flowers appear in profusion all summer. Height 18 ches. 20c each. CHRYSANTHEMUM (Hardy)— This variety of Ihrysanthemum is very popular by reason of furnishing ss of flowers for cutting when all the other outdoor >wers are gone. They are perfectly hardy and our :ollection includes the best varieties in color and form »f growth. Assorted colors, red, pink, white and yellow. 5c each. PYRETHRUM (Painted Daisy) — Easy to grow and ilways in bloom. Flowers daisy-like and long straight stems. Colors in all shades of rose. A splendid cut jlower plant. 25c - each. YUCCA FILAMENTOSA (Adams Needle)— A stately 'oliage and flowering plant, always conspicuous. The wordlike foliage is evergreen, supporting a strong dis- play of pendant creamy white bells on a magnificent i talk. 20c each. Shasta or Alaska Daisies 85 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE CANNAS In preparing the ground for the Canna, earth should be spaded at least 2 feet deep and plenty of stable manure mixed in. The root must be set about 8 to 10 inches from the surface and 2 feet apart, and then with little attention, the plants will bloom heavily. HUNGARIA— The best pink Canna; very compact, almost dwarf, and of a very luxuriant growth. Leaves bluish-green, never burns ; flowers very large with immense petals ; color purest La France pink. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. KING HUMBERT— The greatest favorite today ; scarlet flowers, bronze leaves. This remarkable Gold Medal Canna has been the sensa- tion of the last few years. Each; 20c; dozen, $2.25. FLORENCE VAUGHN — Bright, rich golden-yellow, spotted with red ; 4 feet. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. EUREKA — Large white blossoms on strong stems, an early sort, blooming through the entire summer. Straight beds of this sort are very popular; 4 feet. Each, 15c; dozen, $1.50. ORANGE REDDER — Green foliage. Color bright orange with just enough scarlet suffusion to intensify the dazzling mass of color. 4 feet. Each, 20c; per dozen. $2.25. MRS. ALFRED CONARD— Exquisite salmon pink flowers of the largest size, produced in fine spikes well above the foliage. 4 feet. Each, 20c; per dozen, $2.25. THE PRESIDENT — Flowers of immense size, with -glowing scarlet color. Leaves rich green. 4 feet. Each, 20c; per dozen, $2.25. CALADIUM (Elephant Ear) Better known as the Elephant Ear ; a grand tropical looking plant, sometimes used for the center of the lawn when the southern or tropical appearance is wanted for the gardens. No plant or flower could give the same satisfaction as the Caladium. The leaves oftentimes grow very large, measuring 3 feet long and iy2 feet wide, attaining a height from 2 to 4 feet. Large selected bulbs. Each, 20c; per dozen, $2,25. GLADIOLUS One of the most attractive of summer flowering bulbs is the Gladioli. A nice feature of this bulb is the culture ; it does not require very much attention and only takes the usual amount of watering that is given any ordinary garden. In setting out the bulbs, try to select a sunny spot of fairly rich soil and spade deeply, then place your bulb in firmly 4 to 6 inches from the surface. WILBRINK — Fresh pink with creamy blotches, fine ; extra early. NIAGARA — Beautiful creamy yellow, primrose yellow throat. PRINCE OF WALES — Delicate salmon rose of great value. AMERICA — Soft flesh pink, extra fine. AUGUSTA — White lavender and has long spikes. HOLLEY — Salmon pink, very early. MRS. FRANCIS KING— Vivid scarlet, long spikes. MRS. FRANK PENDLETON — Bluish pink with brilliant carmine blotches. PEACE — Pure white, pale lilac marking. BARON HULOT — Deep rich purple. E. J. SHAYLOR — A beautiful pure deep rose pink. ALICE TIPLADY — Bright orange, large open flowers, fine stems. FLORA — Fine golden yellow. Price; 10c each; any 3 for 25c; 6 for 45c; 80c per dozen; postpaid. GLADIOLUS IN MIXTURE — SPECIAL — A choice collection of many colors in mixture, suitable for massing. 40c per dozen ; $2.75 per 100. OUR OWN MIXTURE — Consisting of all good bulbs of different; shades and a very good mixture. 30c per dozen; $2.25 per 100. TUBE ROSES Grown for their fragrant spikes of heavy waxen-like flowers. Below we are offering two of the most commonly grown, and both are old: standards of the garden. PEARL — Dwarf and double ; white, and very fragrant. VARIEGATED — Single, white ; very early. Price; Either variety, each, 10c; dozen, $1.00; postpaid. SUMMER BEDDING PLANTS Many annuals that are used for bedding have to be started in the; house or under glass in order to be ready in time for outdoor planting,-? so we have arranged to grow these and you may secure the plants ready to bloom. Many people do not have the time and patience to grow and j care for the young plants and prefer to set the plants out and have flowers right now. We are listing below a list of the popular varieties, ' which were grown from our best seed and true in form and color. • Ready about May 1st. LOBELIAS — 75c per dozen; 5 dozen, $3.00; postpaid. CALENDULAS — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. CARNATION, Mixed Colors — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. PETUNIAS, Assorted colors — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. VERBENAS, Mixed Colors — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. ZINNIAS, Mixed colors — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. SNAP DRAGONS, Assorted colors — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; post- paid. MARIGOLD — 10c each; $1.00 per dozen; postpaid. PANSY PLANTS The plants offered by us are grown from our Gold Seal mixture and^ produce larger flowers than any variety grown. But remember, the pansy cannot and will not live up to expectations unless placed on- strong ground that has been heavily fertilized with well rotted barn-? yard manure, and in most cases does best in a shady location. Always] remember that pansies must have plenty of water. 1 dozen plants ; ready to bloom, 60c; 5 dozen, $2.50; prepaid; young plants, mixed, colors, per 100, $3.25; not prepaid. ASTER PLANTS CREGO GIANTS — The plants we offer are the best quality grown from the finest seed. We usually can offer them in separate colors — as crimson, pink, blue, lavender, purple or can furnish mixed colors, j Price, postpaid: 60c per dozen; 5 dozen, $2.65. Ready about May first. FREE— TO EVERY CUSTOMER— FREE FLOWER SEEDS, DAHLIAS AND GLADIOLAS Every one is fond of flowers, and every farm, garden or ranch should have them about the house. So we have made up a selection of flowers that will bloom all season, and produce an abundance of beautiful flowers. This collection consists of six packages of Flower Seed, easy to grow and all different, 3 strong Dahlia roots, different colors, and 12 fancy Groff’s Strain Gladiola Bulbs. The above six packages of flower seed will be sent to any of our customers free, sending us an order for flower or vegetable seeds that will amount to $2.00, and if your order is $4.50 we will include the Dahlias. If your order is $7.00 or more, we will send the whole collection of Flower Seed, Dahlias and Gladiolus. This offer is on vegetable and flower seed, not field seed or poultry supplies, etc. NOTICE Some of our customers do not have the time to spare about the flower garden and others are unable to provide water for flowers, so do not care for the free collection, and we are send- ing it only upon request. Those who wish it must ask for it. - 86 Dahlias ffiE WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. DAHLIAS (Western Grown) Too many people think of Dahlias as the old-fashioned, either red, yellow or white stiff flowers, but, each year there has been a great improvement in Dahlias, and the late creations are wonderful. Very few flowers can compare with them; such a wide range of color and shape, and the most pleasing thing about the Dahlias is the never failing, wonderful results with such little care. The sorts we are offering are of the best quality, strong and true to name. In our lists we have included the late creations of such noted Dahlia specialists as Judge Marean, Wilmore and Davis. CULTURE — -Pick a sunny spot if possible and spade well; do not use too much manure, for a small quantity goes far with the Dahlia; then lay the root on its side about 4 inches from the surface. In covering, be sure to have the soil packed firmly about the tuber or roots; plant only when the soil is dry, then water sparingly. Some flowers like Dahlias, etc., wilt or fag soon after they are cut. Ordinary precaution is daily change of water. The best treatment for these is to pick them at the coolest hour, either late at night or early in the morning. Dip two or three inches of the stems in boiling water for two or three minutes and then place in cold water in a cold place. Do not hold flowers over the hot water, but dip the stems from the side, being careful not to heat the flowers. Another success is to dissolve an aspirin tablet in the vase. PEONY FLOWERED DAHLIAS Each GEISHA — Scarlet and gold, shaded to amber yellow $0.75 ISA — Fawn pink, changing with age to amber yellow 50 JESSIE SEAL — Clear old rose. Flowers very large 1.00 LE GRANDE LILAS — Royal purple. A wonderful dahlia 50 LAURA BARNES — Immense orange red flowers 50 MME. BYSTEIN— Rich lavender .50 QUEEN OF ROSES — Salmon pink 1.00 RUTH NICHOLS — An immense flower of rich, dazzling red 50 SOUTH POLE— White 50 SWEETHEART BOUQUET — Salmon rose, shaded fawn 50 Laura Barnes DECORATIVE DAHLIAS AMUNDRA — Copper and burnt orange $1.50 BERCH VAN HEEMSTEDE— Clear rich yellow 25 BLACK PRINCE— Very large, almost black 20 CHICOTA — Golden yellow of large size 50 CROMSTOCK— Yellow ; very good 1.00 DELICE — Rosy pink of perfect form 25 F. M. CRAIG — Canary yellow 1-00 FRANCIS CLARKE— Almost black 50 HENRY PATRICK — Pure white ; flowers very large 20 HORTULANUS WHITE— Pure white 25 JACK ROSE — Richest, velvety crimson Dahlia ever grown 20 JUDGE MAREAN (Judge Marean Creation) — Salmon pink, orange and gold 1.00 KINGSLEY BALLU — 'Shrimp pink, suffused with gold 50 L. G. MANITOU — Purple streaked and mottled with crimson 25 LYNDHURST — Scarlet or vermillion 20 LUCY DAVIS — Rich golden apricot I 1.50 MABEL THATCHER (Judge Marean Creation)— Pale yellow 1.00 MAID OF KENT — Intense scarlet variegated with pure white 20 MELROSE — Lilac pink 1.00 MILLIONAIRE — Lavender pink 50 MOONBEAM — Clear canary yellow 25 MONS LeNORMAND — Bright yellow, striped and speckled with red 50 MR. J. G. CASSATT— Mauve pink .25 MRS. HARTONG — Light fawn suffused with pink .20 MRS. IDA VER WARNER (Judge Marean Creation) — Mauve pink 1.50 MRS. KARL SALBACH — Lavender pink 50 PAUL BONYON — Gold and apricot 25 PINK JACK ROSE — Lavender with a beautiful tint of blue .20 PRIDE OF CALIFORNIA — Very large, vivid red 50 QUEEN MARY— Shell pink 25 RIESE VON STUTTGART— Purple red 25 SYLVIA — Soft pink with lighter center .20 VENUS (Judge Marean Creation) — Creamy white suffused with lavender i.oo SHOW DAHLIAS A. D. LIVONI — Rich pink, finely formed $0.20 BON TON — Ball shaped, deep garnet red 20 G LOIRE DE LYON — Largest white Dahlia in cultivation 20 HELEN HOLLIS — Orange scarlet 25 MAUD ADAMS — Pure white ; overlaid clear pink 25 MO UNTELEISA— Violet 1.00 OPAL QUEEN — Large flowers ; opal, flecked red 25 PURPLE GEM — Rich royal purple 20 ROBT. BROOMFIELD — Pure white 20 W. W. RAWSON — White overlaid with delicate lavender 25 CACTUS DAHLIAS ATTRACTION — Clear lilac rose $0.50 CHIPETA — Rich amaranth red -.... .50 COCKATOO — Color varies from pure white to yellow 20 COUNTESS OF LONSDALE — An exquisite shade rich salmon, apricot at base of petals 25 F. W. FELLOWS — Orange and scarlet 50 GEN. DULLER — Rich velvety crimson 20 GEO. WALTERS — Salmon pink, suffused with old gold 1.00 GOLDEN WEST— Old gold 50 GOLDLAND — Fine golden yellow 20 J. H. JACKSON — Finest black Cactus Dahlia 25 JUSTICE BAILEY — Rich, glowing pink, shading a lighter to- wards the center 50 KALIF — Nine inches in diameter ; pure scarlet 50 KRIMHILDE — Shell pink, shading to white in center 25 MARGARET BOUCHON— Pink .50 MARION THOMPSON— Yellow 25 MRS. DOUGLAS FLEMING— White 50 MRS. H. J. JONES — Bright red, tipped and edged with pure white .25 MRS. WARNAAR — White suffused with delicate pink... 50 MRS. W. E. ESTES — Largest and best snow-white Dahlia 1.00 NINFEA — Delicate pink 1.50 RHEINKOENIG — Pure snowy-white 25 STANDARD BEARER — Fiery scarlet ; extra fine form 20 THE GRIZZLEY— Maroon 1.00 WODAN — Salmon rose, shading to old gold in center 50 POMPOM DAHLIAS (These are the small variety — long lasting after cut.) AMBER QUEEN — Rich clear amber $0.25 CATHERINE — Primrose yellow 25 GIRLIE— Pure lilac 25 PRINCE CHARMING — Cream, heavily tipped purple 25 SNOWCLAD— Fine white 25 SUNBEAM— Crimson 25 DAHLIA COLLECTION— SEE PAGE 78 87 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE NOT PREPAID Planet Jr., Farm and Garden Tools A COMPLETE CATALOG SENT ON REQUEST NOT PREPAID Space will not permit us to fully list and describe the entire Planet Jr. Line of Garden Tools. The few that we are showing below are the best known of this world famous line. However, we will gladly send a complete Planet Jr., Catalog free of charge, on request. There has been another reduction in prices this year. We are selling at factory price, f. o. b. Denver. No. 4 PLANET JR. HILL AND DRILL SEEDER, WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW $18.00 NO. 4D, HILL AND DRILL SEEDER, less the eultiavting attach- ments, $14.25. Holds 2% quarts. Weight, 50 lbs. This accurate, easy running tool sows all garden seeds from smallest up to peas and beans in hills 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart, or in drills at the proper thickness and depth ; rolling down and marking the next row all at one passage. By removing the seeder and sub- stituting the tool frame you have a complete Single Wheel Hoe which plows, hoes, cultivates easily and thoroughly all through the season. No. 25 PLANET JR. HILL AND DRILL SEEDER, SINGLE AND DOUBLE WHEEL HOE, $21.50 Holds 2*4 quarts. Weight 61 lbs. I This is a splendid combination for a family garden, onion grower or large-scale gardener. As a Seeder it is *the same as the No. 4 and does the same accurate work. Can be used as a Double Wheel Hoe to straddle rows. Hoes work close without injuring plants ; cultivator teeth and plows do thorough work. Cutting tools specialy hardened. Two acres a day can be worked with this tool. No. 3 PLANET JR. HILL AND DRILL SEEDER $17.50 Holds 3 quarts. Weight, 43 lbs. A favorite tool with onion growers, market gardeners and seedsmen. Has 15-inch steel driving wheel. The V-shaped opening plow is ad- justable for depth and leaves the seed in a narrow line, permitting 'lose, rapid cultivation with wheel hoes. Sows uniformly in drills or in hills 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart. Where the acreage is sufficient to warrant the use of separate seeders and wheel hoes, we specially recommend this very popular drill. PLANET JR. No. 26 DRILL SEEDER . This Planet Jr. product has extra substantial, wide tread wheels, :ront and rear, that run easier and cover more evenly than any machine you have ever ^ seen. It involves new principles in seed Iroppmg and the hopper is detachable making it convenient for empty- ng seed. This machine is shaft driven, eliminating the annoyance of oose chains. We recommend it to anyone wanting a real substantial eeder for all soils and seeds. Capacity, 4 quarts. Price, $20.00. No. 12 PLANET JR. DOUBLE AND. SINGLE WHEEL HOE $10.75 Steel Frame 14-inch Steel Frame 14-inch Steel Wheels Weight 33 lbs. A Double and Single Wheel Hoe in one. Straddles crops till 20 inches high, then can be worked between the rows with one or two wheels. The Hoes are wonderful weed killers and leave the ground almost level. Cultivator Teeth for deep or shallow work. Plows are valuable for opening furrows, covering or plowing to or from the crop. No. 13 PLANET JR. No. 13 Planet Jr., double and single wheel hoe equipped with one pair six-inch oil tempered hoes, weight 28 lbs. Price, $8.00. $7.75 Weight 24 lbs. Steel Frame 15-inch Steel Wheel Light and durable — can be used by man, woman or boy. Will do all the cultivation in your garden in the easiest and quickest way. High, easy running steel wheel. They take the drudgery out of garden work and give bigger, better crops. Lasts a lifetime. No. 17 PLANET JR. SINGLE WHEEL HOE OTHER PLANET JR. GARDEN TOOLS No. 17ya PLANET JR., SINGLE WHEEL HOE, equipped with one pair six-inch hoes, three cultivator teeth, oil tempered, and leaf lifter, weight 21 lbs. Price, $6.75. No. 18 PLANET JR., SINGLE WHEEL HOE, equipped with one pair six-inch hoes only, weight 19 lbs. Price, $5.75. No. 19 GARDEN PLOW AND CULTIVATOR, Price, $6.00. The No. 119 High Wheel Garden Plow and Cultivator is a very handy tool for the back yard garden. The 24-inch steel wheel makes it an easy running tool, especially if the ground is rough or has_ not been carefully prepared. It is equipped with a 1%-inch cultivating tooth, a 4-inch cultivating tooth, plow and reversible scuffle blade, all of which are useful and make gardening operations easier. Do not con- fuse the No. 119 Garden Plow and Cultivator with lower priced high _ wheel tools of this type. In every way it is up to Planet Jr. quality and will give many years of satisfactory service. EXTRAS FOR PLANET JR. HAND TOOLS 6-inch Hoes, pair $1.30 7%-inch Hoes, pair 1-50 Cultivator Teeth, all steel, No. 1395, each 35 Plows for single wheel hoes, each * 1-30 Plows for double wheel hoes, each 1.40 Double Mouldboard Plows, each 2.40 Onion Harvester, 8-inch, each K 1.60 Handles, pair 7 1.00 Rakes, three tooth, pair 1.00 Rakes, five tooth, pair 1.60 Disc Hoes, pair 7 3.50 88 E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo Garden Tools PLANET JR. ONE-HORSE CULTIVATORS PLANET JR. No. 82 Horse Hoe and Cultivator, equipped as illustrated, weight 76 lbs. $17.00 NOT PREPAID This tool has depth wheel and lever expander, turning shovels and shovel steel. The expanding lever slants backward bewteen the handles, where it is well protected and cannot injure crops ; no wires to stretch. The turning shovels are of special shape ; useful in connection with the rear shovel in opening furrows and afterwards for covering them, and for plowing and hilling. OTHER PLANET JR. HORSE HOES AND CULTIVATORS NOT PREPAID No. 9 — 5-tooth Horse Hoe with steel wheel. Has plain wheel. No depth lever, adjustable to any reasonable depth and useful width X - $15.50 No. 101 — 5-tooth Plain Cultivator, with wheel and levers ex- pander f $11.75 No. 107 — 7-tooth Plain Cultivator, does finer and closer work than No. 104, has no depth lever „.$13.50 No. 91 — 12-tooth Harrow without Pulverizer $13.75 No. 53 PLANET JR. TWO ROW WALKING CULTIVATOR, $52.50 is an economical and profitable tool to use for the cultivation of market garden crops, truck crops, sugar beets and beans. It is all steel except the handles and can be steered with ease by means of the pivot wheel and hand lever. Equipment — Two pairs 6-inch hoes and standards ; three 8-inch improved sweeps ; seven 1*4x8 steels and standards. Packed weight 246 lbs. No. 53D PLANET JR. TWO ROW WALKING CULTIVATOR, $46.50 This is exactly the same tool as No. 53 but with less equipment. Two pairs 6-inch hoes and standards ; three 8-inch improved sweeps. Packed weight 227 lbs. For shallow work the equipment of No. 53D, hoes and sweeps, is sufficient but for deep work, the cultivator teeth, as supplied with No. 53, are necessary. EXTRAS FOR HORSE HOES NOT PREPAID 1 % x 8-inch steels, each $ .20 1% x 8-inch steels, each 25 2*4 x 8-inch steels, each .30 3 x 8-inch steels, each .35 4 x 8-inch steels, each * .40 Add 5c to above prices for 10-inch steels. 5-inch Improved Sweep and Bolt, each $ .60 8-inch Improved Sweep and Bolt, each .70 10-inch Improved Sweep and Bolt, each .85 12-inch Improved Sweep and Bolt, each 1.00 15-inch Improved Sweep and Bolt, each 1.15 10-inch Furrower, each 1.25 12-inch Furrower and Bolt, each 1.60 15-inch Furrower and Bolt, each 2.00 7- inch Shovel Steels, each 45 8- inch Shovel Steels, each .50 No. 4 IRON KING SEEDER STEEL FRAME THE LETTUCE SEEDER $13.50 NOT PREPAID The No. 4 Iron King Seeder is contructed of steel throughout. That makes it practically indestructible. It is very simple to operate and has fewer and less complicated parts than any other seeder. This seeder has a fifteen-inch front wheel and thirteen-inch rear wheel, each with two and one-half inch tires. It is equipped with two seed plates, one regular iron agitator, one brush agitator for tender seeds. Ihe hopper is easily removed making it a very simple matter to empty the seed can without turning the seeder completely over. The V- shaped shoe makes it possible to sow all seeds in an exact line and at a uniform depth. This machine excels as a Lettuce Seed planter, but it will also sow other seeds efficiently. Eclipse polished steel. ECLIPSE CORN PLANTER This All-Steel Rotary Planter has given unequaled satisfaction for the past ten years. It has a positive feed and four changes of discs, and will sow Corn, Amber Cane, Kaffir, Sudan Grass, Milo Maize, Beans, Peas, etc. It is very simple and works very easily ; it will plant anything from cane to corn ; and is arranged to drop one, two or three grains at a time as desired. Mailing wt. 10 lbs. Price $2.25 each, not postpaid. PIONEER CORN PLANTER Works in any soil; has a flex- ible and adjustable iron drop. Very simple in contruction. It has an iron seed box and iron Pioneer channel. The foot is made of It is well made, strong and will give complete satisfac- tion. Price, $1.50 each, not postpaid. Weight 7 lbs. CYCLONE SEED SOWER The Cyclone Sower is guaranteed to distribute seed perfectly, and will not throw seed in an upward direc- tion or against the operator, but direct and evenly to the land. Sows clover, timothy, red top, alfalfa, oats, rye, wheat, millet, buckwheat, turnip and other varieties of farm seeds. Clover seed is sown at a width of 18 feet; timothy, 15 feet; alfalfa, 20 feet; wheat, 25 feet; millet, 18 feet; oats, 18 feet, Price, $2.50 each, postpaid; $2.25 each, not postpaid. CAHOON PATTERN BROADCAST SEEDER The best seeder manu- factured. It sows all kinds of grain, clover seed, etc., rapidly and evenly. A person en- tirely unused to seeding can, by following the simple directions sent with machine, sow from four to six acres an hour at a common walking gait. It sows uniformly and saves four-fifths in labor by its use. Every farmer should have one of these sowers. Weight, 7 Y2 lbs. Price, $4.50 each, postpaid; $4.00 not postpaid. BLACKHAWK GRIST MILL This little mill is invaluable for farm and family use and a favorite with poultry keepers. It is warranted to wear well and to grind corn, wheat, rye, rice or other small grains or spices. A long crank takes the place of the heavy hand wheel usually found on mills of this class, thus accomplishing a sav- ing in cost and freight. Weight, 12 lbs. Price, $3.50, not post- paid. BLACKHAWK CORN SHELLER This is a substantially made tool, easy to run ; a boy can a day with this machine. We have never known one to get out of order — will last a lifetime. Mailing weight, 12 lbs. Price, $3.25 each, not postpaid. 89 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE STEEL GARDEN RAKES Grey and Bronze Finish B16— 16 tooth. Round bows forged from one piece of steel. Curved teeth hammer drawn. 5% ft. handle. B14 — 14 tooth. First quality. Each $1.50 First quality. Each $1.75 MALLEABLE GARDEN RAKES Black Finish, Solid Shank .$1.00 $1.10 Straight Teeth MS10 — 10 tooth. First quality. Each. MS12 — 12 tooth. First quality. Each. SOLID SOCKET MORTAR HOES First Quality SMR9 9 in. polished blade. Each $1.50 SMR10 — 10 in. polished blade. Each $1.75 FIELD AND GARDEN HOES Solid Socket— First Quality SG6— 6 in. polished blade. Each $1.25 SG7— 7 in. polished blade. Each $1.35 SG8— 8 in. polished blade. Each.......... $1.50 BEET HOES Solid Socket — First Quality VICTORY GARDEN CULTIVATOR VC5 — Five adjustable steel blades. 4% ft. handle. Convenient and easy to handle. Weight 4 lbs. Each, $1.25. GARDEN DIBBERS For transplanting plants and bulbs. No. 218 — Wood handle, hardened steel point. Weight 1 lb. Each 60c, postage extra. No. 220 — All iron, hardened steel point. Weight 1 lb. Each, 60c; postage extra. ASPARAGUS KNIFE Tool steel, hand made. Good for digging dandelions as well as cutting asparagus. Each 35c, postpaid 45c. WEEDERS THE IDEAL WEEDER is one of the best weeders ever used in a garden. Made from special high grade steel and will last a lifetime. Each, 25c; postpaid, 30c. LANG’S HAND WEEDER is a very handy tool and every gardener should have one. Each, 20c; post* paid, 25c. “JIMMY” WEEDER— With this tool dandelions, plantains, Russian thistle, sour grass and other weeds can be quickly extracted. Each, 25c; postpaid, 30c. BTH6 — Beet Thinning Hoe, with 18 in. handle, 6 in. polished blade, solid shank. Each .$1.0 BBT6 — 6 in. Nurseryman’s Hoe, 4>/3 ft. handle. Each $1.25 SBT7 — 7 in. Nurseryman’s Hoe, 4(/3 ft. handle. Each $1.35 SBT6 — With 18 in. handle. Each $1.00 ONION WEEDER OW— 3 in. steel blade, bronze finish, 8-in. handle. Each - - — .... 65c STEEL WEEDING HOES 2PW— 2 prongs, steel blade, 4'/3 ft. handle. Weight 2 lbs. Each 50c SPW — Sharp point, steel blade, 4'/3 ft. handle. Each 50c PLANTERS EYE HOE Dutch or Potato Hoe SEOOO — 6-inch half polished blade, Scovil field pattern. Fine for crushing lumps. Weight 3 lbs. Each - 90c SPADING FORKS D Handles SALD — Light, polished tines, strap ferrules. Each $1.50 SAHD — Heavy, polished tines, strap ferrules. Each $1.75 TSAW — Jumbo, extra heavy, strap ferrules. Each $2.25 AS134% — Four 13 inch tines, strap ferrules. A good alfalfa fork. Each, $1.75. KS15 iy2 — Four 15 inch tines, deep dish, strap ferrules. Kansas header fork. Each, $2.00. S5iVz — Five polished tines, strap ferrules. Each, $1.85. S64i4 — Six polished tines, strap ferrules. Each, $2.00. IRRIGATING SHOVELS Genuine Maynard Shovels. Each $2.25 Maynard Pattern Shovels. Each $1.85 90 x E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Garden Tools PRUNING SHEARS No. 130 — 30-inch handle, Fresno Patent Tree Pruners, high grade, medium heavy weight ; patented Lock Nut. Weight 5 lbs. Each, $2.50, not postpaid. No. VI 4 — Full polished forged tool steel. Brass spring. Ratchet nut. Weight 1 lb. Each, $2.75, not postpaid. No. VI 40 Pruning Shear — Forged tool steel. Black enameled. Ratchet nut. Brass spring. Weight 1 lb. Each, $2.00, not postpaid. No. VI 2 — Forged tool steel blade. Each, $1.15, not postpaid. LETTUCE TRIMMING KNIFE This is the style of knife used in the big lettuce loading sheds for trimming Head Lettuce. Made of high carbon polished steel. It is light, strong and durable. Each, 50c. GARDEN TROWELS TRANSPLANTING TROWELS The blade and shank of this trowel are made of one piece of heavy sheet steel, the shank being straight with the blade. It can be used as a trowel and dibble. Each 25c; postpaid, 35c GARDEN TROWELS English pattern, extra heavy, shanks riveted on blade by new method. An extra fine tool for setting plants and flowers. Each 30c; postpaid, 35c GRASS HOOKS No. 4 — Grass Hook, cut- lery steel ; corrugated, tem- pered blade ; ground wide, thin and sharp. Riveted Price, not postpaid. 60c No. 33 — Grass Hook, with pat- ented offset, swings perfectly in the hand with little muscular effort. Forged cutlery steel, tempered, forged wide, ground with a long bevel, sharp and whetted. Price, not postpaid, each $1.00 GRASS SHEARS V-l— Grass Shears ; 6 in. blade, hollow ground. Full polished all over. Weight 1 lb. Each, $1.00, not postpaid. GALVANIZED WATERING POTS Or sprinkling cans. Very convenient for hot bed use. No. 616 — 6 quart. Each, not postpaid ...$0.85 No. 520 — 10 quart. Each, not postpaid $1.20 No. 526 — 16 quart. Each, not postpaid ..$1.70 HAND SPRAYERS, DUSTERS AND PUMPS The hand sprayers shown below are very useful in small gardens, for spraying house plants, poultry houses, etc., and applying liquids in a fine mist with no waste. MISTY SPRAYER CAPACITY, 1 QUART « A universal favorite with the largest sale to its credit of any similar type sprayer. Note its sturdy appearance and construction by which we combine strength, simplicity and neatness. The point of the pump passes through the tank and is firmly soldered. Spray tube is aligned before soldering so that the air and syphon tubes are always in line. Every sprayer carefully tested and in- spected before packing. These sprayers are specially built for us with a strong galvanized tank, the edges of which are painted. Weight, 1 V2 lbs. Price, not postpaid ........75c MIDGET* SPRAYER — Same construction as the Misty, but only a tin tank. 1 pint capacity. Each, not postpaid..... ......40c CONTINUOUS HAND SPRAYER This is the best hand sprayer made. It has a compressed air cham- ber which makes the pressure continuous, has brass nozzle ; adjustable to spray fine or coarse ; brass ball valve ; is simple in construction, light and durable ; works easy. Weight, 1*4 lbs. Price, each, not prepaid $1.25 FEENY MODEL B DUSTER For gardens, flowers, etc., used also for killing flies, roaches, mosquitoes, etc. Perfect regulation — only duster that actually shoots ! Price, $1.00 each. Postpaid, $1.25. No. 8 N. S. DANDY BLOWER Made of best quality of Red India Rubber, used for powder, 6 in. high by 3^4 in. diameter. Capacity 6 oz. Fitted with tin screw spout; easily and quickly refillable. Price, each, 60c; postpaid, 70c. LITTLE GIANT SPRAYER These spray pumps are constructed entirely of brass. They are so arranged that the labor of pumping is all done on the downward stroke of the piston and nothing on the up. The effect of this operation while pumping is to hold the pump down. The footrest steadies the pump, holding it in proper position. They are provided with large air chambers, and have brass ball valves and detachable hose ; the nozzle throws a continuous spray, and is not affected by the movement of the plunger. Will carry a pressure on the nozzle of from 50 to 100 lbs. with very ordinary exertion. Will throw a stream fifty feet, and are of unusual value for spraying trees, washing windows and buggies, extin- guishing fires, sprinkling lawns, flowers. Weight, 6 lbs. Price, $4.25 each, not postpaid. ARMSTRONG STANDARD SPRAY PUMP The Armstrong Btand ard Spray pump is idea for spraying liquid in secticides of all kinds for whitewashing poultry houses and cattle barns for spraying disinfec tants in buildings or on animals and poultry, for fire protection, for veter- inary use, for washing windows, for washing autos— there is almost a daily use for the Armstrong Standard about the home, farm, garden and orchard. _ The Armstrong Standard is made entirely of brass. No leather packings are used and no metal subject to rust or decay. Every Arm- strong Standard Pump is warranted for five years. This makes it the most economical spraying device on the market. PUMP ONLY, Weight 5 lbs., each, $5.50. PUMP AND KNAPSACK, Weight, 12 lbs. $11.( 91 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Ju Not Prepaid SPRAY PUMPS COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYER Galvanized tank. Price, each Brass tank. Price, each This is a high pressure compressed air sprayer for any and all work. It is particularly adapted for spraying potatoes and gar- den truck, fruit trees and vines, shade trees and or- namental shrubs, for white- wash, cold-water paints, dis- infectants, de-odorizers, in- secticides, stock dips, floor oils, etc. Tank is heavy gauge gal- vanized sheet or. all brass as ordered. All seams are riveted and soldered. Pump is of seamless brass tubing which seals into the tank by a simple twisting device controlled by a turn of the D handle. It is easily re- moved for filling, cleaning, etc. Hose is special spray hose for high pressure. Equipped with automatic shut-off nozzle, and can be used with an extension if desired. Capacity about 4 gallons. Shipping weight 11 pounds. .._ $6.50 $10.00 COMPRESSED AIR JUNIOR SPRAYER This sprayer has the same construction as the larger one, but it is designed for those who have only a small amount of spraying and who desire a lighter load. Capacity, 2% gallons. Weight, 8 lbs. Galvanized tank, each .$5.25 Brass tank, each $8.00 PARAGON SPRAYERS This is the only machine on the market that works satisfactorily for several purposes. It is positively a first-class whitewashing machine, as well as a tree spraying machine. The spray nozzle cannot clog, no matter how dirty the liquid, as the liquid passes through the automatic self-strainer before entering the pump. A heavy, steady pressure is easily obtained. This is a very well constructed and a lasting and durable machine. A guarantee is furnished with every one. PARAGON SPRAYERS WON’T CLOG PARAGON No. 3 Twelve-gallon. Equipment, 7% feet extension pipe, 10 feet 6-ply hose, 2 spraying nozzles. This machine is mounted on a strong steel frame, and can easily be wheeled to any desired place. Price , $25.00 PARAGON No. 1 Five feet 6-ply hose, 5 feet spray hose, 2 nozzles. This cut of No. 1 Sprayer shows inside mechanical ar- rangement and patented self-cleaning strainer. No other sprayer can show this feature. Price.. $17.50 IMPROVED KNAPSACK DUSTER IMPROVED KNAPSACK SPRAYER This Powder Duster is an efficient companion for the Improved Knapsack Sprayer. This type is commonly called a “puffer” as the flow is intermittent, not constant, but for general use it is the most serviceable. It will dust Sul- phur, Arsenate of Lead, Paris Green, Bordeaux Powder, Lime, Tobacco _ or Nicotine Dust. It is light, weighing only 11 lbs. (shipping weight 17 lbs.) and is carried on the back, as a knap- sack, with ease. A light stroke of the lever insures an even flow of material with sufficient force for thorough pene- tration. Equipped with fine and coarse screens and adjusting slide to regulate volume of flow. The Improved Knap- sack Duster is of the bellows type, and has no cogs, wheels, belts or other complicated mechanism that would be likely to wear and give trouble. Price, not postpaid $15.00 each COG GEAR BARREL SPRAY PUMP The construction is such that the entire pump sets inside the barrel containing the liquid, being bolted fast at its upper end to the head of the barrel. By this arrangement the working parts are entirely submerged in the liquid that is to be sprayed, thereby avoid- ing all possibilities of losing priming, doing away with the necessity of a suction pipe, placing the agitator in the bottom of the liquid in a simple form, and also doing away with a large amount of complicated parts. Base fits 8x8 inch hole. Weight, 40 lbs. Price, complete with 15 feet hose and nozzle, $15.00. This is a very perfect hand sprayer of extremely simple and compact construction and can be carried around with the greatest ease. This pump insures a uni- form, maintained pressure ; a con- stant agitation of the fluids and a thorough distribution of the spray in an all-enveloping mist that reaches every spot. The nozzle is a masterpiece of scientific ingenu- ity. The stress bearing parts of this pump are machined brass and specially treated heavy rubber. There are no pump troubles with the Im- proved Knapsack Sprayer. It is simple, efficient, durable and light. Weight, 14 lbs. Price, not postpaid, $18.00 each. SPRAY NOZZLES Not Postpaid No. 176— Perfection Shut Off Nozzle Each $1.50 No. 166 — Fog Nozzle for Perfection Each .75 No. 168 — Bordeaux Nozzle - - Each 1.00 Myers Sprinkling Nozzle Each .35 Myers Fine Mist Nozzle ...Each .50 All nozzles fitted with % inch Standard Pipe Thread. SPRAYING EQUIPMENT Do not use a large nozzle and low pressure. It is not the thickness' , of the crust that matters so much as the thoroughness with which every part of the plant is covered: If the spray is too coarse, the leaves are drenched before they are thoroughly coated. Use high power and a • fine mist, and invert some of the nozzles. Many insects collect on the underside of the leaves, and especially when using contact solutions be sure these are covered. 92 X E WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Poultryware STAR FOUNTAIN AUTO, DISPLAY AND FEEDING COOP The Star Fountain is made of a single piece of heavy non-rusting metal without seams, solder or loose parts. It cannot leak. Little chicks cannot drown. It can be used for feed as well as water. Made in one size only which will fit any Mason jar. We do not furnish the jars. Price, each, 10c; not postpaid. ROUND JAR FOUNTAIN The Round Jar Fountain is made of heavy rust resisting metal without the use of solder. There is only one size but it fits any Mason Jar. We do not furnish the jars. This is a very sanitary fountain. It is well made and will last indefinitely. Price, each, 15c; not postpaid. ROUND BABY CHIC FEEDERS These feeders are very popular as the chics cannot upset them and they keep the feed clean and sanitary. The top fits snugly but can be easily removed for cleaning and fill- ing. They are well made from the best qual- ity tight coated galvanized iron and can be used for water or milk as well as mashes and grain feed. Made in two sizes. Prices, not postpaid; No. 11, 8 hole, 15c; No. 12, 12 holes, 25c each. ECLIPSE FEEDING TROUGHS This is a fine popular priced feeding trough made of galvanized iron and intended for chics and growing stock. The pan and top are both stamped in one piece, no seams, rivets or solder used. The sliding top makes them easy to fill and keep clean. Made in two sizes. Prices not postpaid. No. 27, 10 inches long, 10 holes, 30c each. No, 28, 20 inches long, 20 holes, 40c each. BOTTOM FILL FOUNTAINS This popular, low-priced water fountain is made in two pieces, accurately stamped and formed from the best quality galvanized iron, in three sizes. It is easily filled and easily cleaned. The round taper shaped top pre- vents bursting from freezing and keeps the fowls from roosting on it. Prices not postpaid: No. 19, 1 Qt., 6 in. high, 35c each. No. 20, 2 Qts., 8 in. high, 45c each. No. 24, 1 Gal., 9 Vz in. high, 65c each. GRIT AND SHELL BOXES Grit, shell and charcoal are necessary for the health and growth of the fowl. The best and most economical way to feed these is in com- partment boxes that may be hung on the wall of the poultry houses in convenient places easily accessible to the fowls. Made of heavy galvan- ized iron in three sizes. These boxes may also be used for other feeds. Prices, not postpaid: No. 45 — Square bottom, 2 compartments, 45c each. No. 9— Round bottom, 3 compartments, 95c each. No. 90 — Round bottom, 4 compartments, $1.35 ea. START THEM RIGHT-— You can raise a bigger percentage of your chicks and raise them better by feeding Blatchford’s Chic Mash. No other feed will make them grow as fast and keep them so free from disease. GET EGGS, SPRING, SUMMER, WINTER AND FALL— Cheat the hen and she’ll cheat you. If you want profitable egg yields you must feed right and the egg mash particularly must be a quality article. The highest quality egg mash on the American market is Blatchford’s Egg Mash. This new coop is of the same durable construction as the shipping coop shown below. It is made of the best galvanized wire permanent- ly welded at each joint. There are two sections with roomy doors opening into each. The floors are strong and easily removed for cleaning. It is the most sanitary coop on the market. It is 41 inches high and 13 inches wide, weighs 19 lbs. and can be easily attached to the running board of any automobile, replacing the unsightly, un- sanitary makeshift coop that protrudes beyond the car and is a menace to traffic. It is also excellent for display and feeding pur- poses, or when not on the auto for general use about the poultry yard. Price, not prepaid, $3.00 each. WIRE SHIPPING COOP This shipping coop is, as illustrated, strongly built of gal- vanized wire and is electrically welded at each joint. It is 41 in., long, 13 in. high and 27 in. wide. The floor is easily re- moved. The door in the top can be secure- ly fastened, very quickly. Every poul- try shipper should have one. Price, not postpaid, $3.00 each. THERMOMETERS AND HYGROMETERS No. 5774 — Tycos, angle, pattern, flange on upper edge turned over to hook on wire or metal strip, four inch scale. Each, postpaid, 90c. No. 5770 — Tycos, straight pattern with adjustable brass legs, four inch black oxidized brass scale with white filled figures and gradua- tion. Each, postpaid, $1.00. No. 5782 — Tycos Certified, angle pattern, four inch black oxidized brass scale ; every fifth line and figure stamped on scale and white filled and every single degree engraved on mercury filled tube. Each, with certificate, postpaid, $1.50. No. 5981 — Tycos Soil (Hot Bed) Thermometer. 15-inch Y-shaped wood case with handle, strong pointed metal end. Each, not postpaid, $2.75. No. 5796 — Tycos Incubator Hygrometer, 3% inches high and 4 ^ inches wide over all. Prevents loss of millions of chicks by indicating the percentage of moisture. Complete with bowl, wick and thermo- meter, each, postpaid, $2.06. GLASS NEST EGGS These are a very close imitation of a real egg, both In shape and color. They are durable and not easily broken. Each, 5c; per dozen, 40c; not postpaid. SPIRALET CELLULOID LEG BANDS Ten showy colors permit different flocks to be readily identified. Very light and durable. 12 25 50 100 1000 No. 5— Pigeon .$0.10 $0.20 $0.35 $0.60 $4.00 No. 4 — Day Old Chick 10 .20 .35 .60 4.00 No. 8 — Mediterranean .15 .25 .40 .70 6.00 No. 11- — American 15 .25 .40 .70 6.00 No, 12 — Asiatic 15 .30 .55 1.00 8.75 No. 14 — Turkey 20 .30 .55 1.00 9.75 ADJUSTABLE LEG BANDS fnjr, III1"!' lili; mill Made of pliable aluminum. 12 for 15c; 25 for 25c; 100 for 75c. FARMER’S FRIEND EGG CARRIER This is a strongly built, light weight. Egg Carrier, that holds 12 dozen eggs. But the patent adjustable cover makes it possible to carry one dozen just as safely as 12. The farmer and poultry man will find it very serviceable. Weight 8 lbs. Price, each, not postpaid ....$1.25 Six Dozen Size, each 1.00 EGG CARTONS These are convenient for marketing eggs by the dozen. We have them in two styles, oblong, 3 eggs by 4 eggs, and long, 2 eggs by 6 eggs. They are one thickness of pasteboard with light weight fillers. Both are one dozen egg size. 3x4 .Dozen, 20c; 125, $1.40; 250, $2.75; 1,000, $11.00 2x6 .....Dozen, 30c; 125, $2.50; 250, $4.50; 1,000, $16.00 93 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE Poisons Can Not Be Sent by Mail INSECTICIDES The Following Prices Are Not Prepaid Spraying materials may be divided into three general classes : Poisons, Contact Solutions and Fungicides. The first two are insecticides, while the third is used for protection against infection by fungus diseases. THE POISONS The poisons are used against surface chewing or biting insects, such as most caterpillars and leaf beetles, potato bugs, tomato and tobacco worms, apple codling moths, bud-worms, fruit worms, etc. No spraying material is absorbed by the juices of the plant. They are sprayed upon the leaves and remain in the form of a thin film, or coating. The poisons act by being taken into the stomachs of the insects while eating. In this group come Paris Green, Arsenate of Lead. LUCAS PARIS GREEN -Granted strictly Iris gree| HohTA'po^1 The Paris Green we are offering is ground very fine and for this reason it will stand up better in suspension in water, insuring a more even distribution, which makes it more economical and ef- fective and less likely to burn the foliage. There is also only a low percentage of water soluble arsenic, thus lessening the possibility of serious injury to foliage through burning. Paris Green is a quick and sure poison for leaf-eating insects on hardy foliage, such as potatoes, tobacco and truck crops. We recommend it for uas only on hardy plants, as it is likely to burn less sturdy foliage, such as seed or stone fruits. Y*. lb. pkg.. 20c; Yu, lb. pkg., 35c; 1 lb. pkg., 60c; 5 lb. pkg., $2.75. Get special prices on large amounts. Spray Calendar furnished free. ... ., > vhn LUCAS POWDERED ARSENATE OF LEAD Dry Powdered Arsenate of Lead is a very fine, fluffy material which goes into suspension in water very readily, and re- mains in suspension exceedingly well. This assures the user of uniform distribution of the poison. Powdered Arsenate of Lead is used for spraying nearly all fruit trees after the dormant sprays have been ap- plied and free use of it on vegetables will prevent great loss. For further informa- tion write for special pamphlet and spray calendar, all of which will be furnished free. Full directions on every container. 1 lb. carton, each, 45c; 4 lb. pkg., $1.50. Write for special prices on 25 lb., 50 lb. and 100 lb. drums. THE CONTACT SOLUTIONS The contact solutions are used to combat suckling insects, such as plant lice or aphis, thrips, leaf-hoppers, apple red bugs, and the various kinds of scale. As these insects obtain their food by inserting tubes or bristles under the surface and sucking the plant juices, they will not be affected by the poisons. Fortunately this class of insects have generally very soft bodies, and the contact solutions are de- signed to act upon these by caustic action, or by clogging up their breathing tubes. They have no effect on the hard exteriors of the in- sects mentioned in the preceding paragraph. These materials must be applied very thoroughly so that each insect will be touched by a particle of spray. In this group come Fish Oil Soap, Dry Lime Sulfur, Tobacco Solutions and special Tobacco Dusts. FISH OIL SOAP Fish Oil Soap is excellent as a wash for keeping the trunks of trees bright and free from insects, for it not only kills the insects on the surface, but it penetrates into the crevices and destroys eggs and larvae. It is recommended for use against many varieties of the louse family on both outdoor and indoor plants, particularly for the Mealy Bug. Makes an excellent summer spray. 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. LUCAS DRY LIME SULFUR For dormant (winter) spraying purposes. Dry Lime Sulfur is most valuable. When used as a summer spray it will assist in keeping t * A Tvk HTw/va T i a/i J ^ a. L _ j a. under control “Aphis” or Tree Lice. In addition to being a contact solution, it is an excellent' fungicide. Lime Sulfur is the material which has robbed San Jose Scale of most of its terrors. 1 lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50. BLACK LEAF 40” NICOTINE SULPHATE This is splendid for use as a contact spray to kill green and wooly aphis, plant lice, red spiders, cabbage aphis and onion thrips. It is especially effective for the green aphis on sweet peas, roses and apple trees, as it kills the insects as soon as it touches them ; but if used according to directions does not injure the leaves, flowers or fruit. Spray apple trees when the tips of the buds are green, % pint to 100 gallons of water. For sweet peas and roses, use 40 drops of the solution to 1 quart of water as soon as the pests appear. Price: 1 oz., 35c; y2 lb., $1.25; 2 lbs., $3.25; 10 lbs., $13.50. THE FUNGICIDES The Fungicides are used to give protection against infection by such fungus diseases as potato blight, grape mildew, apple scab, strawberry leaf-spot, peach scab, etc. They act mainly by preventing the fungus “spores” (which correspond to the seeds of higher plants) from ger- minating when they alight on protected foliage. As all fungicides are preventives and not cures, do not wait until a disease, which you know is prevalent in the neighborhood, actually establishes itself on your trees or crops, before applying, as then it is in many cases too late. In this group come Bordo Mixture in powdered form, Dry Lime Sulfur, Blue Vitriol and Formaldehyde. DRY POWDERED BORDO MIXTURES, 25 PER CENT The strongest of the common agricultural fungicides is Bordo Mix- ture. It affords protection against many diseases such as Bitter Rot of apples which the sulfur sprays will not affect. It should not be used on stone fruits such as the peach, sweet cherry, Japanese plum, etc., after the foliage appears, as they are susceptible to burning by the copper ingredient. On the other hand, Bordo Mixture can be applied to varieties of grapes which would be injured by lime sulfur sprays. Bordo Mixture is the only common fungicide affording effec- tive protection against blight of potatoes. 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.90; 10 lbs., $3.50. BLUE VITRIOL OR SULPHATE OF COPPER This is a sure preventative of smut in your grain and when the seed goes through a solution of vitriolized water the crop produced therefrom will be clean and free from smut. We handle only the crystal form ready to dissolve and use. One pound of Blue Vitriol dissolved in 20 gallons of water makes a suitable solution for treat- ing 30 bushels of wheat or barley, for smut. It is not so handy to prepare for use as Formaldehyde but it is somewhat cheaper and we believe more effective. A mixture of five pounds of Blue Vitriol and five pounds of lime added to 60 gallons of water is very effective for celery. 1 lb., 25c; 5 lbs., 85c; 10 lbs., $1.60; 100 lbs., $15.00. FORMALDEHYDE It is of pronounced efficiency in destroying disease germs affecting both animal and plant life and is successfully employed as a preven- tative of such fungus diseases as potato scab, onion and grain smuts, musty corn and other affected seeds, damping off of seedlings, club root of roses, etc., for the restraining of decay in vegetables, fruits, etc., and as an antiseptic wash and spray for bark diseases, canker and wounds in trees. The dilution for most purposes is one pound (1 pint) formaldehyde to 15 or 20 gallons of water. Formaldehyde is put up in pint or pound bottles and this quantity added to 40 gallons of water will treat 30 bushels of wheat or barley, or 40 bushels of oats for 6mut, or 60 bushels of flax for wilt. Price: 1 lb. bottle, 60c; 5 lbs., $2.50. COMBINATIONS inert filler. 1 lb., 45c; Time, labor and economy on the farm have resulted in a decided demand for a combined Insecticide and Fungicide in powdered forms. To take care of this demand we are offering a Perfect Dust or Spray called P. B. K. P. B. K. kills bugs quickly, has a very small percentage of Water-soluble Arsenic Salts and does not bum if used as directed. Can be used on Potatoes, Tomatoes and most all truck crops and the content of P. B. K. stimulates plants and keeps them sturdy and of a dark green color. It can be applied in liquid or dust form. Five pounds per acre is sufficient for a severe infestations of insects but only four pounds are required in ordinary cases. Do not compare the price of this product with the prices of those having a large percentage of 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.50. 94 ry WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Fertilizers POWDERED SULPHUR | It has been proven and so recommended by the University of Cali- fornia that if you sulphur your grape vines and orchards six times ‘hey will not be affected by Mildew or Red Spiders. Sulphur is a good ertilizer and beneficial results will be obtained if you incorporate a iberal quantity in the soil in your garden each spring. It will help ,o exterminate cut worms. j Our powdered Sulphur or Flour of Sulphur is very pure. Per lb., ) Oc ; 100 lbs., $5.00. HIGH GRADE FERTILIZERS VEGETABLE FERTILIZER This fertilizer is especially prepared and highly recommended for all vegetable crops. It gives most excellent results on peas, beans, cab- bage, melons and tomatoes. Use 400 to 500 pounds per acre. A good substitute for stable manure, or can be used in connection with it. This also makes an excellent beet fertilizer. Price: 10 lbs., 65c; 50 lbs., $1.60; 100 lbs., $2.50. LAWN DRESSING CORONA COPPERCARB It is good business judgment and good insurance to treat seed wheat is a preventative against Brunt or Stinking Smut as this is a limiting ‘actor in wheat growing in Colorado. The old, disagreeable, inconven- ent, wet, soaking methods of treatments can now be eliminated by the ise of a dry powder known as Coppercarb. It saves time and labor. The seed can be treated any time before planting. The seed is not vet and so will not freeze, heat or sprout and no adjustment of the ieed drill for swollen grains is required. For efficient treatment we recommend 6 oz. Coppercarb to the bushel of wheat. Prices; not prepaid: 1 lb., 30c; 5 lbs., 28c; 10 lbs., 25c; 25 lbs., !3c; 50 lbs., 21c; 100 lbs., 20c; Bbls., 18c; per lb. GRASSHOPPER POISON MASH This can be used effectively and is one of the very best methods ’or controlling a grasshopper plague. 25 lbs. bran 1 lb. Paris Green 3 gal. water 2 quarts cheap syrup A little vinegar may be added to give the mixture an odor. Mix thoroughly. The above quantity of materials properly strewn, is sufficient to sow around 5 or 6 acres and will completely cover three acres. This poison should be sown broadcast where the hoppers are most abundant. Do not drop in piles. Paris Green is just as effective as White Arsenic. Set out in May, June or July. HAMMOND’S SLUG SHOT This is one of the oldest and most reliable insecticides on the market. It comes in fine powdered form and is easily distributed by dusting, or can be mixed with water and used in a spray. It is very effective in killing currant worms, potato bugs, cabbage worms, chicken lice; slugs, etc. 1 lb. put up in can with perforated top $0.20 5 lb., put up in packages 75 10 lb., put up in packages 1.25 NICOFUME LIQUID This is a highly refined solution of “free” nicotine, containing 40 per cent nicotine. This may be used both for spraying and fumigating. It is an effective remedy for green Aphis and other insects which in- fest Roses, Sweet Peas and other plants, when used at the rate of 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls to the gallon of water. Directions on each package. Price: *4 lb., 75c; 1 lb., $2.25; by express or freight. NICOFUME PAPER By using this paper greenhouse men will find the destroying of lice, etc., very easy. It is a slow-burning paper, saturated with nicotine and is not at all injurious to tender plants. 24 sheets in a tin box, $1.25 ; postpaid. PEST EXTERMINATORS COMMON SENSE RAT EXTERMINATOR Destroys rats under all conditions. They eat it in preference to any food. No stench. It dries up the carcass, leaving only the pelt. It is a paste, not a powder. Easy to apply. It is the CHEAPEST, as so little is required. Price, 30c; not postpaid. MOORE’S PREPARED POISON GRAIN Certain and speedy destruction to ground squirrels, gophers, prairie dogs, rats, mice, etc., and easy to use ; cheap and will kill ten where traps and other devices get one. All experienced pest fighters find poisoning the best method, but it must combine three points. It must be something they will eat ; thoroughly poisoned and placed where they will get it. Lb. can, 50c each; 10 lbs., $3.75; 25-lb. drums, $7.50; not postpaid. GAS BALL RODENT KILLER Is a ball which, when lighted and rolled down into the burrow, pours forth a deadly poisonous gas that carries death to any living thing in the burrow. Although it means absolute destruction to rodents, it is perfectly safe for the farmer to handle and cattle cannot be injured or endangered by its use. It is non-explosive, does not deteriorate with age and is cheaper than similar material on the market. It kills the squirrel, gopher and prairie dog at small expense and no danger to stock and is non-poisonous to handle and a sure killer. Dozen, 60c; carton of 125, $3.50; not postpaid. Write for prices on larger quan- tities. It contains just the right proportions of the elements which nourish and feed grass into a luxuriant growth. It produces a rich green color and insures a permanent evenness over the whole surface of your lawn. Price, 1 lb., 10c; 4 lbs., 25c; 10 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1,00; 100 lbs., $2.50. NITRATE OF SODA A fertilizer very quick in action and used for the nitrogen it con- tains. It creates rapid growth, is odorless, very quickly and entirely soluble. It should be applied only when the plants are above ground, usually in combination with other chemical fertilizers. Very good for sweet peas, etc. Price: 1 lb., 15c; 10 lbs., $1.20; 100 lbs., $8.50. SHEEP MANURE Analysis: Ammonia, 2% per cent; Phosphoric Acid, 1^ per cent; Potash. 1 y2 per cent. This is one of the most complete fertilizers known to science. It can be used separately or in combination with the special purpose fertilizers. Sheep Manure is considered the best fertilizer for lawns and truck gardens, and contains no strong odor that usually accompanies animal fertilizers. Price, 10 lbs., 25c; 25 lbs., 60c; 50 lbs., 75c; 100 lbs., $1.35; 1,000-lb. lots, $12.00; ton, $20.00; at warehouse. FLORA FERTILIZER There are three elements which we must heavily draw upon, of the many which are necessary to maintain plant life, namely : Potash, Phosphoric Acid and Ntrogen. Flora Fertilizer is guaranteed to con- tain these three elements as follows : Potash 6% Phosphoric Acid 11% Nitrogen , 4% It is odorless and one one-fourth as much Flora Fertilizer is required as other Commercial Fertilizers. Price: 2-lb. can, 35c; 5 lbs., 70c; 25-lb. sack, $2.00; not postpaid. STIM-U-PLANT Growers of fine flowers, shrubs and vegetables for the best markets and for exhibition, fertilize and stimulate them frequently, a little at a time. An excellent fertilizer for this purpose is Stim-U-planT, an odorless, highly concentrated plant-food, in tablet form, with guar- anteed chemical analysis of 11 per cent nitrogen, 12 per cent phos- phoric acid, 15 per cent potash. The proportions are accurate, there is no wasted filler, and in this form you apply plant-food exactly when and where and as needed. Order Stim-U-planT tablets with your seed and plant order. Price: trial size, 15c; small size, 25c; 100 tablets, 75c; 1,000, $3.50. NITRAGIN Larger crops in field and garden if you use Nitragin, the Improved Soil Inoculator. It restores and maintains soil fertility. Alfalfa, clover, sorghums, vetches, peas, beans, cow-peas, peanuts and other legumes should always be inoculated with Nitragin. The lack of necessary bacteria in the soil is often the cause of a poor legume crop — a weak start — or a total failure. Ntragin now comes in bushel sizes instead of acre sizes. This means a lower cost per acre. Prices below cover all legumes except Soy Beans and’ Cow Peas. *4 bushel size $0.40, Postage $0.04 Vz bushel size 60, Postage .05 1 bushel size 1.00, Postage .07 5 bushel size 4.75, Postage .10 Garden size 20, Postage .02 (For Sweet Peas, Peas and Beans) Prices on Soy Bean and Cow Pea Culture. i/» bushel size $0.40, Postage $0.04 1 bushel size 70, Postage .07 5 bushel size ..... 2.50, Postage .10 Important — When ordering always name the seed you wish to inoculate. Postage need not be added for Nitragin if there are other items on your order. ARMY OR CUT- WORM BAIT No spray is effective against army worms or cutworms. To combat these, resoi*t is had to poison bait. One good formula is to stir 2 qts. of cheap molasses dissolved in Sy2 qts. of water into a mixture of 20 lbs. of dry bran and 1 lb. of Lucas Paris Green. Scatter in fields after sundown, taking care not to allow mixture to fall on plants. 95 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE i-l STOCK AND POULTRY FEEDS R la tcfi for tit’s BLATCHFORD’S CHICK MASH Blatchford’s Chick Mash is the favored starting and growing feed of the most promin- ent poultry-raisers in the country. It con- tains all the feeds and nutriment chicks need right from the start. It shields them from white diarrhea bowel trouble and leg weak- ness. This mash is neither a tonic nor a medicine, but a nutritious, wholesome, palatable body- builder. It promotes health, vitality and growth by building up sturdy, disease- resistant frames. It does not force, but by supplying proper nourishment to each and every part of the body, it promotes steady and complete development in the shortest possible time. Blatchford’s Chick Mash contains no screenings, hulls or cheap by-products from the manufacture of breakfast foods, cereal foods or scratch grains. It carries chicks all the way— starts, grows and ma- tures— without change of rations. Thus it is not necessary to buy a starting mash, a growing mash and a fattening mash. Blatchford’s Chic Mash starts, grows and matures. Prices 10 lb. bag, 75c; 25 lb. bag, $1.50; 100 lb. bag, $5.50; not prepaid. BLATCHFORD’S CALF MEAL GOLD SEAL BABY CHICK FEED HOYT’S MIXTURE A wholesome, ready prepared, starting feed which will nourish the ^ chicks so they can make rapid growth. Contains the necessary mater-, L ials to form bone and feathers, such as seeds, millet and grains. It £ gives the chicks quick growth and tends to keep them in good health.? jj To properly develop the chick, either for market or to become a pro- ^ ducer of eggs it must be fed such feed as will promote growth quickly. L and uniformly. Price: 5 lbs., 25c; 10 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.00; 100 lbs., Ij $3.50. These prices are not prepaid. CRUSHED OYSTER SHELL Hens must have lime in some form to furnish egg shell material.^ If you are having trouble with your flock laying soft or thin shelled j j eggs you should start feeding Oyster Shell immediately to remedy this ^ condition. Our shell is not ground from shell deposits but from shells^ ,j from live oysters. Therefore there is more lime carbonate and less | waste. Price: 5 lbs., 20c; 25 lbs., 60c; 100 lbs.. $1.35; not prepaid. GRANITE GRIT » I A clean, sharp grit containing elements both helpful and necessary for the proper nutrition of food and production of eggs. It is gray in color and contains no dirt, causing no waste. Please state whether you want fine or coarse, when ordering. Price: 5 lbs., 15c; 12 lbs., 25c; 25 lbs., 40c; 100 lbs., $1.10; not prepaid. CHARCOAL ! Charcoal is a conditioner and not a food. It absorbs impurities and 1 carries them from the system. It may be mixed with scratch feed or e fed in feeders. We have three sizes : Hen Size, Chic Size and Pow- : j dered. Price: 3 lb. pkg., 25c; 50 lbs., $2.00; not prepaid. ODORLESS FEEDING TANKAGE Hogs require animal feed and the lack of it will cause them to kill chickens or eat their young. Tankage is a hog feed and produces marvelous results when mixed with other feeds. Analysis — Protein, 50/60%; Fat, 10/12%; Carbo-hydrates, 10%; Fibre, %'%. Per 100 lbs., $4.00. Write for prices on larger quantities.. Blatchford’s Calf Meal is the original Milk-Substitute. It was the first on the market. For over one-third of a century it has been successfully used in raising calves by the most progressive farmers and dairymen in this country. It is the only calf meal backed by so remarkable a record. Its success is due to three things. FIRST — Its quality. Blatchford’s is above all a quality calf meal. Only the best materials are used in its manufacture. It contains no waste materials or by-products of • low feeding value. SECOND — It contains all the nutritive and growth-producing prop- erties required by the calf. The finest and healthiest of calves can be raised upon it. THIRD — It is economical. One pound makes a full gallon of pure milk-substi- tute and it can be used at less th&n half the cost of using milk. Blatchford’s Calf Meal raises calves from babyhood. It is extremely palatable. It is easy to feed. It saves both milk and money. It will pay you to use it. Price: 25 lbs., $1.50; 50 lbs., $2.75; 100 lbs., $5.50; not prepaid. BLATCHFORD’S EGG MASH trade-mark Price: 25 lbs., $1.25 Blatchford’s “Fill-the-Basket” Egg Mash is built upon the principle that eggs are manu- factured from the feed the hen receives. In other words, the hen is an egg-making fac- tory. Her feed is the raw material from which she makes her eggs. Consequently, her feed must be rich in materials required for egg-production. Scratch grains alone are not sufficient. They will maintain the hen’s life, but surplus nourishment is absolutely neces- sary if 6he is to yield her maximum of eggs. . Blatchford’s Egg Mash contains a large variety of the best materials available for egg manufacture. It successfully solves the prob- lem of securing eggs both winter and summer. Feed it — you will find it a profitable thing to do. Every bag guaranteed to give satisfaction. 100 lbs., $4.25; not prepaid. FREE — Big Valuable Charts CHIC MASH, CALF MEAL, EGG MASH Send your Name— No Cost — No Obligation ODORLESS MEAT MEAL This is a variety of meat feed that is very popuar. It is ground fine and can be included in mashes. We can furnish this feed prac- tically free from odor. Price: 5 lbs., 30c; 10 lbs., 60c; 25 lbs., $1.00; 50 lbs., $2.00; 100 lbs., $3.75; not prepaid. ODORLESS MEAT AND BONE SCRAPS This is a high class meat product prepared from animal matter that has not decomposed. Contains 60% protein and will compare favor- ably with the best products of this nature. Price: 5 lbs., 30c; 10 lbs., 60c; 25 lbs., $1.00; 50 lbs., $2.00; 100 lbs., $4.00; not prepaid. BLOOD MEAL Blood Meal contains the highest per cent of protein of any known ; feed and is too rich to be fed heavily. It prevents diarrhea and scouring. Price: 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; 50 lbs., $2.75; 100 lbs., $5.00 ; not prepaid. BIRD FOOD Canary, recleaned, imported .. Dwarf Essex Rape, fancy recleaned .. Hemp Manchurian, fancy Mixed Bird Seed Bird Millet Bird Sand Sunflower, recleaned, for Panots Cuttle Fish Bone, 5c to 10c each ...:„ Bird Manna Postpaid. Special prices on larger quantities. Lb. $0.30 .25 .20 25 .15 20 20 1.35 .Each .25 KOW-KARE The Best and Cheapest Insurance on the Health of Your Cows. KOW-KARE has been used for a longer period of time and by a larger number of dairymen than any other remedy with which we are familiar. This can mean but one thing — KOW-KARE is a trusted prep- aration. Not only is KOW-KARE as near to an infallible remedy as can be, but it is without harmful effect. There is noth- ing in it but what is comforting and cura- tive. Recommended for Scouring, Lost Appetite, Bunches, especially for possible or threatened Abortion, for Barenness, for Retained Afterbirth and Milk Fever. Price: Large size, $1.25; medium size, 65c; six large cans, $6.25. THE HOME COW DOCTOR, a valuable book, furnished free. 96 m WESTERN SEED CO., Denver, Colo. Remedies STOCK AND POULTRY REMEDIES AND SUPPLIES BAG BALM For all diseases of udder and teats, such as caked bag, sore teats, bunches, chapping, cuts, or inflamed parts, you can use this remedy with perfect safety; positive results in every case. There is nothing better for keeping all the parts healthy and in the pink of condition — san- itary and clean. The use of BAG BALM will make decidedly easier Milkers of your herd. It has a Variety of uses. That it is effective and gives real results in even the most stubborn ailments is proved ay scores of letters from those who , , _ _ . Jiave used it. Insist on Bag Balm manufactured by The Dairy Associ- ation. Price, 60c. GRANGE GARGET REMEDY Manufactured by The Dairy Association, for that serious disorder peculiar to cows, and which is a disease by itself. Grange Garget Remedy goes scientifically to the seat of the trouble. Price: Can, 65c. THE HOME COW DOCTOR, a valuable book, furnished free. WHITAKER’S DIP AND DISINFECTANT This is a coal tar preparation very highly concentrated which per- mits dilution to whatever strength is desired by the addition of water. It is used by stockgrowers for cattle, sheep and hog dips, for scab, ticks, ordinary mange, wounds, sores, foot rot and certain skin dis- eases. Ordinary forms of scratches, grease heel, thrush, cuts, certain sores, wounds and galls respond to its application. Poultrymen use [Whitakers Dip and Disinfectant to disinfect poultry houses and coops for lice, mites and fleas and as a preventative for cholera, roup and scaly leg. It is very economical and most effective as a general dis- infectant for cow barns, stables, kennels, dairies, toilets, sinks and drains, for housecleaning and scrubbing. When used according to directions on can, no injury results to the hands. Cannot be sent by parcel post. Prices; not prepaid: Pints, 40c; Quarts, 75c; Yz Gallons, $1.10; 1 Gallon, $1.75, each; 5 Gallon Cans, $1.50 per gallon; 50 Gallon [Drums, $1.25 per gallon. PYRO Pyro is a 100% insecticide for flies, bed bugs, roaches and moths. It contains no poison, no benzine, gasoline or corrosive sublimate and will not stain. It is prepared for indoor use and not for vegetation and is applied with a sprayer. Pyro is a household necessity. Can- not be sent by parcel post. Prices; not prepaid: Pints, 75c; Quarts, $1.25; Yz Gallons, $2.00; 1 Gallon, $3.50, each; 5 Gallon Cans, $3.00 per gallon. DENVER FLY CHASER This is a splendid liquid fly repellant and keeps flies and mosquitos off of horses and cattle and assists in preserving the health of farm animals. It will not stain or blister the animal. Spray the animals, wall, floors, etc., with Denver Fly Chaser and it will keep the flies away. As a general fly repellant its use cannot be too highly recom- mended for discouraging the congregation of flies at garbage cans, drain outlets, rubbish heaps and manure piles. Clean up, spray Denver Fly Chaser freely and you will have fewer flies. Cannot be sent by parcel post. Prices; not prepaid: 1 Gallon, $1.50, each; 5 Gallons, $1.35 per gal. COLUMBINE INSECT POWDER Columbine Insect Powder contains no poison and is harmless to man- kind, but it kills roaches, flies, bedbugs, moths, mosquitos, lice, chick- en lice, ants and fleas by clogging their breathing pores. As it con- tains only 25% inactive ingredients it cannot be compared with lower priced powders that contain a higher percentage of inert matter and as a consequence are not so highly effective. When used with a pow- der blower satisfactory results are obtained. Include with your seed order, use it and_ prevent the annoyance of troublesome insects. Hotels will find Columbine Insect Powder a necessity for clean housekeeping. Prices, not prepaid: Yz lb. packages, 85c each; 1 lb. packages, $1.50 each; 5 or 10 lb. cartons, $1.40 per lb. SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFERS Yz lb. Columbine Insect Powder and 1 pint Whitaker’s Dip and Disin- fectant for $1.10. OR 1 gallon Denver Fly Chaser, 1 pint Pyro and 1 pint Whitakers Dip and Disinfectant for $2.40. F. O. B. Denver packed for shipment by express. WATER GLASS EGG PRESERVER Water Glass is recommended by the Department of Agriculture of the United States as being a very simple, economical and safe method for the preservation of . eggs. Preserve eggs when plentiful and be prepared for a scarcity when your hens take a rest. Put the eggs in a crock or jar and mix the Water Glass with water that has been boiled, using 12 parts of water to 1 part Water Glass, and pour it over the eggs. Be sure to see that all eggs are covered with the mixture. Eggs if allowed to stay in this solution, will keep fresh for one year — it’s good, try it. Price :pt., 25c; qt., 40c; Yz gal., 75c; 1 gal., $1.25; not postpaid. PRATTS POULTRY REGULATOR Pratt’s Poultry Regulator helps make and keep poultry healthy, vigorous and productive ; short- ens the molt, sharpens the appetite, improves di- gestion and circulation, hastens growth and in- creases egg production, it saves feed by prevent- ing waste due to poor digestion. It prevents many disorders by keeping the birds in condition to resist common ailments. 25-oz. pkg., 30c; 4-lb. pkg., 60c; 9-lb. pkg., $1.20; 12-lb. bag, $1.50; 25-lb. bag, $3.00; 100- lb. bag, $10.00 ; not postpaid. PRATTS POWDERED LICE KILLER If all poultrymen would use Pratts Powdered Lice Killer on their poultry, lice would be un- known. It is different and better than many like preparations, being stronger, non-poisonous, has great disinfecting qualities, and positively kills all kinds of chicken lice. If you want to make money from your poultry you can’t afford to be without it. 1 lb., 30c; 2 Yz lbs., 60c; not postpaid. PRATTS POULTRY DISINFECTANT One gallon of this powerful germicide makes 50 gallons of a strong disinfectant solution, enough to keep the average poultry plant sweet and sani- tary for several months. Use Pratts Poultry Disinfectant for spraying the buildings and furnishings, incubators and brooders, brood coops, everything about the plant. Also in the home, wherever a dependable disin- fectant is required. It is highly efficient, but not expensive. It is clean-smelling and pleasant to use. It kills many disease germs, overcomes dis- agreeable odors, helps maintain sanitary condi- tions. Don’t risk heavy loss that can be easily prevented. 1 pt., 45c; 1 qt., 65c; Yz gal., $1.10; 1 gal., $1.85; not postpaid. PRATTS SPECIAL COMPOUND This is a special remedy prepared for simple bowel complaints commonly called cholera. It also relieves in- digestion, sour crop and dysentery. When slightest symptoms show, give Pratts Special Compound to entire flock and disinfect carefully and frequently. Small pkg., 25c; medium pkg., 50c; not postpaid. PRATTS ROUP TABLETS AND POWDER Pratts Roup Remedy is a wonderful aid in treatment of colds, canker, catarrh and similar diseases. Put in the drinking water and do not let fowls have access to any other. It is an excellent preventative and it is a good plan to give it to the fowls frequently. Small pkg., 25c; medium pkg., 50c; large pkg., $1.00; not PRATTS WHITE DIARRHEA TABLETS For Baby Chicks, is a powerful internal antiseptic and a valuable help in preventing the heavy chick losses caused by White Diarrhea. Before the hatch comes off procure a package of Pratts White Diar- rhea Remedy and always keep it on hand. Small pkg., 25c; medium pkg., 50c; not postpaid. PRATTS HEAD LICE OINTMENT Early in life when two to four days old, all chicks should be treated with head lice ointment. Rub a little of the mild preparation on top of the head, under the throat and beneath the wings. In 30c tubes; not postpaid. postpaid. 97 BUY AND PLANT GOLD SEAL SEEDS WITH CONFIDENCE HOTKAP PLANT PROTECTORS HOTKAPS are a waxed paper cap made out of the right kind of paper, containing the correct amount of wax, to protect the young plants from a late frost. One reason why the Imperial Valley can place cantaloupes and watermelons on the market so early in the year is because they use a waxed paper cap to protect the young plants from frost. It is very disastrous to the commercial gardener and very annoying the the home gardener to have plants which he has watched for several weeks suddenly be nipped by frost. After the seed is planted, a HOTKAP can be placed on the plant with an ordinary stove-pipe, tin can or anything that the HOTKAP will fit into. HOTKAPS have proven very successful for the home gardener. When flower seeds are planted the seeds will germinate quicker if you use the HOTKAP and you will have flowers from two to three weeks earlier than your neighbors who have not used them. HOTKAPS come packed 1,000 to the carton, weighing about 17 lbs. packed for shipment, but can be purchased in any quantity from 1 dozen up. Price: Dozen, 15c; 50, 45c; 100, 85c; 1,000, $7.50; not prepaid. TRANSPLANTING PLANT BANDS The simplest way to handle plants for transplanting is to grow them in our Ready-to-use Plant Bands, because they are ready to use and no time is lost in setting them up. You will find these bands very economical ; they make an ideal worm guard. When trans- planting the old way the roots are ex- ,, . x . posed to air and with the result that the plants are seriously set back. With Plant Bands it is even possible to transplant corn and cucumbers. Plants started in these bands and set m the field never know they have been moved. Prices on these bands with folding bottoms ; prepaid if included with sufficient other goods. LAWN SPRINKLERS 2- P, 2" x 2" 3- P, 3" x 3" 4- P, 4" x 4 Doz. $0.15 .20 .25 prepaid if included with 100 250 1000 $0.65 $1.25 $4.50 .75 1.75 6,00 .85 2.00 7.00 Order these with your seeds. Start the seeds early indoors in flats or ^ smfIe P!*nta i into these bands and when the weather PrnwVh ? ** th® 1T\ ^ garden without removing the band. Growth is not retarded and the plant is further advanced. STEEL SACKING NEEDLES Not postpaid unless included with other goods. | 2'"* 5 inch Straight l/S £ch r*"U ‘I® 6 ^ch Straight 20 ? 5ent -1J> 5 inch Spring Eye 35 — 20 5y2 inch Spring Eye....™ .40 inch Bent. TWINE FOR SACKING AND TIEING S6™®*: b*1Is! 4 Piy White Cotton; each $0.10 y3-lb. balls 4 ply Jute; each on 4 ply Jute in Skeins; per lb 4 ply Flax in Skeins; per lb ’ll 16 ply Cotton in Skeins; per lb ‘jq Not postpaid unless included with sufficient other goods. PRESTO-LITE BATTERIES Having a continual demand for car and radio batteries, we have decided to carry the Presto-Lite line of Batteries, because we find this battery most satisfactory and the prices are low. 6 VOLT 11 Plate (Heavy) Rubber Box $15.50 13 Plate (Heavy) Rubber Box 21.20 13 Plate (Thin ) Rubber Box 15.75 15 Plate (Heavy) Rubber Box 22.50 We recommend heavy plate batteries. 12 VOLT Rubber Box, Heavy Plates, for Dodge.. $24.20 RADIO A BATTERIES 6 VOLT 60 Hours Discharge $12.80 80 Hours Discharge 14!30 100 Hours Discharge 16.50 120 Hours Discharge 2L85 Prices subject to change without notice. No. 5 y2 — Revolving Sprinkler, 7 inches high, 7-inch revolving head. Throws a spray like rain over area of 40 to 50 ft. Each $1.75 Not postpaid. No. 425 — Half Fountain Sprinkler — Sprinkles the lawn, keeps the walk dry. Pick it up without getting wet. Each 90e, not pospaid. No. 411 — Original Foun- tain Sprinkler- — Full cir- cle made of brass. Mist- like spray. Each, $1.00, not postpaid. No. 10 No. 19 LAWN SPRINKLER This fine, durable, lawn sprinkler is eight inches long and can be pulled about the lawn without tipping. It will distribute water equally over a large area. It is non-corrosive and won’t clog. Shipping weight one pound. Each, 90c, not postpaid, unless, included with other goods. No. 10 — Stationary Stick Stand Sprinkler — Six inches long, sprays 30 to 35 feet, no holes to stop up. Each, $1.00, not postpaid. No. 8 — Revolving Stick Stand Sprinkler — Sprays 35 to 40 feet. Revolves fast on any pressure. Each, $1.50, not prepaid. HUSKING TOOLS Not postpaid unless included with sufficient other goods. No. 200 — Husking Peg — 16 guage steel, heavy leather strap and lin- ing. Each, 15c. No. 202 — Husking Peg — Like No. 200 but with large leather guard to protect first finger. Each, 20c. No. 2 — Hook Corn Husker — Heavy steel hook shaped to fit the hand and base of thumb, riveted on a heavy leather wrist band and thin steel shield. Adjustable, two straps and buckles. Price; Each, 30c. No. A-l — Is similar to No. 2, but has larger wrist band and fastens with three straps and buckles. Price; Each, 35c. No. 10-G — Adjustable Corn Husker — Two hooks that may be adjusted to different positions. The palm is lined with soft leather. Fastens with three buckles. Price: Each, 45c. TRAPS Catch the mice and rats and pre- vent loss. ’ Victor Mouse Traps, 3 for 10c. Victor Rat Traps, each, 20c. Not prepaid unless included with other goods. 98 Table of Weights ^TE WESTERN SEED Number of Plants to the Acre at Given Distances 1 Distance Apart No. Plants 12 x 1 inch 522,720 12 x 3 "V 174,240 12 x 12 " 43,660 16 x 1 “ 392,040 18 x 1 “ 348,480 18 x 3 “ 116,160 18 x 12 “ - 29,040 18 x 18 “ 19,360 20 x 1 “ 313,635 20 x 20 “ 15,681 i 24 x 1 “ 261,360 j 24 x 18 “ 15,520 j 24 x 24 “ 10,890 30 x 1 “ 209,088 I 30 x 6 “ 34,848 30 x 12 “ . 17,424 30 x 16 “ 13,068 30 x 20 “ 10,454 30 x 24 “ 8,712 30 x 30 “ 6,970 36 x 3 “ 58,080 36 x 12 “ 14,520 36 x 18 “ 9,680 38 x 24 “ 7,260 36 x 36 “ 4,840 42 x 12 “ 12,446 42 x 24 “ 6,223 42 x 36 “ 4,143 48 x 12 “ 10,890 48 x 18 “ 7,790 48 x 24 “ 5,445 48 x 30 “ 4,356 48 x 36 “ 3,630 48 x 48 “ 2,723 60 x 36 “ 2,901 60 x 48 “ 2,178 60 x 60 “ 1,743 8 x 1 ft 5,445 8 x 3 “ 1,815 8x8“ 680 10 x 1 “ 4,356 10 x 6 “ 726 10 x 10 “ 435 12 x 1 “ 3,630 12 x 5 “ 736 12 x 12 " 302 16 x 1 “ 2,722 16 x 16 “ 170 CO., Denver, Colo. TABLE OF WEIGHTS AND QUANTITIES OF SEEDS USUALLY SOWN TO THE ACRE FIELD SEEDS Quantity Per Acre Pounds Per Bu. Alfalfa, broadcast 16 to 20 Ibe. 60 lbs. Alfalfa, drilled 12 to 15 lbs. 60 lbs. Amber Cane (see Sorghum) Barley 85 to 100 lbs. 48 lbs. Beans, Field, in hills 20 to 35 lbs. 60 lbs. Beans, Field (in hills dry land) 15 to 25 lbs. 60 lbs. Blue Grass, Kentucky 35 to 40 lbs. 14 lbs. Blue Grass, Canada 35 to 40 lbs. 14 lbs. Brome Grass, hay purposes 18 to 20 lbs. 14 lbs. Brome Grass, for pasture 20 to 25 lbs. 14 lbs. Broom Corn 4 to 5 lbs. 48 lbs. Bromus Inermis (see Brome Grass) Buckwheat 60 to 70 lbs. 52 lbs. Cane (see Sorghums) Clover, Alsike for hay 8 to 18 lbs. 60 lbs. Clover, Red 12 to 15 lbs. 60 lbs. Clover, for hay 10 to 18 lbs. 60 lbs. Clover, Sweet (Hulled) 20 lbs. 60 lbs. Clover, Sweet (Unhulled) 25 lbs. 30 lbs. Clover, White 10 to 12 lbs. . 60 lbs. Corn, Field or Garden 10 to 12 lbs. 56 lbs. Corn, for Silage 30 to 35 lbs. 56 lbs. Cow Peas, broadcast 80 to 120 lbs. 60 lbs. Cow Peas, drilled 40 to 65 lbs. 60 lbs. Crimson Clover 12 to 15 lbs. 60 lbs. Canada Field Peas, broadcast 90 to 120 lbs. 60 lbs. Flax Seed 35 to 65 lbs. 56 lbs. Emmer (see Speltz) 70 lbs. 56 lbs. English Blue Grass 30 lbs. 40 lbs. Feterita (for hay) 20 to 30 lbs. 48 lbs. Grass Seed, for lawns 1 lb. 150 sa. ft. 14 lbs. Grass for Meadows 30 to 40 lbs. Hungarian Millet, for hay 40 lbs. 48 lbs. Kaffir Corn, drills 3 to 6 lbs. 56 lbs. Kaffir Corn, broadcast for hay 10 to 20 lbs. 56 lbs. Millet, Common, for hay 30 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, Common, for seed 20 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, German, for hay 30 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, German, for seed 25 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, Siberian, for hay 30 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, Siberian, for seed 25 lbs. 50 lbs. Millet, Japanese 15 lbs. 50 lbs. Milo Maize (for grain or seed) 5 to 6 lbs. 50 lbs. (For hay) 20 to 30 lbs. Oat Grass, tall 25 lbs. 11 lbs. Oats 50 to 70 lbs. 32 lbs. Orchard Grass 20 to 30 lbs. 14 lbs. Pasture Mixture 30 to 40 lbs. 14 lbs. Peas, Field 75 to 100 lbs. 60 lbs. Rape, in drills 3 to 4 lbs. 50 lbs. Red Top, solid seed 14 to 18 lbs. 14 lbs. Red Top, in chaff 30 to 40 lbs. 14 lbs. Potatoes 600 lbs. 60 lbs. Rye, Early 50 to 60 lbs. 56 lbs. Rye, Late 60 to 100 lbs. 56 lbs. Rye, for hay 150 to 175 lbs. 56 lbs. Rye, Grass, Italian 40 to 50 lbs. 14 lbs. Salt Bush 3 to 5 lbs. Sorghum, for hay, broadcast 75 to 100 lbs. 50 lbs. Sorghum, for seed 2 to 5 lbs. 50 lbs. Sudan Grass, for hay 10 to 15 lbs. 40 lbs. Sudan Grass, for seed 5 lbs. 40 lbs. Soy Beans, drills 30 to 40 lbs. 60 lbs. Soy Beans, broadcast 60 to 80 lbs. 60 lbs. Speltz 60 lbs. 56 lbs. Sweet Corn, fodder 15 to 25 lbs. 46 lbs. Timothy 30 lbs. 45 lbs. Timothy and Clover Vetch 14 lbs. 60 lbs. 60 lbs. Wheat, Irrigated 60 to 100 lbs. 60 lbs. Wheat, Drv Land 40 to 60 lbs. 60 lbs. Amount of Vegetable Seeds Sown to the Acre Artichoke, Jerusalem, roots Artichoke, 1 oz. to 400 plants Asparagus, 1 oz. to 40 ft. of drill Beans, Dwarf, 1 lb. to 100 ft. of drill . Beets, Table, 1 oz. to 50 ft. of drill Beets, for Sugar, 1 oz. to 50 ft. of drill Beets, Mangel, 1 oz. to 50 ft. of drill | Brussel Sprouts, 1 oz. to 3,000 plants — Cabbage, 1 oz. to 2,000 plants * Carrot, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Cauliflower, 1 oz. to 2,000 plants Celery, 1 oz. to 3,000 plants Chicory, Vi oz. to 100 ft. of drill Corn, 1 lb. to 100 hills Cow Peas, broadcast Cress, Vi oz. to 100 ft. of drill Cucumbers, 1 oz. to 75 hills Dill, V2 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Egg Plant, 1 oz. to 1,500 plants Endive, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Kale, 1 oz. to 3,000 plants Kohl Rabi, Vs oz. to 100 ft. of drill ... Quantity Per Acre 400 to 500 lbs. 40 to 60 lbs. 6 lbs. 12 to 20 lbs. 7 lbs. Vi to Vs lb. 3 lbs. lb. 10 to 12 lbs. 120 to 150 lbs. 2 lbs. 3 to 6 lbs. Vi lb. 4 V lbs. Vi lb. 4 lbs. Leek, Vs oz. to 100 ft. of drill Lettuce, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Melon, Musk, 1 oz. to 75 hills Melon, Water, 4 oz. to 100 hills Nasturtiums, 2 oz. to 10 ft. of drill Okra, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Onion Seed, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill . Onions, for sets Onion, sets in rows Parsnips, 1 oz. to 200 ft. of drill Parsley, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Peas, Garden, 1 lb. to 150 ft. of drill Pepper, 1 oz. to 1,500 plants Peas, Field, in drills Pumpkin, 4 oz. to 100 hills Radish, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Salsify, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Spinach, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill Squash, Summer, 4 oz. to 100 hills Squash, Winter, 8 oz. to 100 hills Tobacco, 1 oz. to 4,000 plants Tomato, 1 oz. to 3,000 plants Turnip, 1 oz. to 150 ft. of drill Quantity Per Acre 4 lbs. 2 to 4 lbs. 2 to 3 lbs. 4 to 5 lbs. 15 lbs. 8 lbs. 4 to 5 lbs. 10 to 12 lbs. 8 to 10 bu. 5 to 6 lbs. 2 to 3 lbs. 60 to 75 lbs. Vi lb. 75 to 100 lbs. 2 to 3 lbs. 8 lbs. 8 lbs. 10 lbs. 3 lbs. 3 to 4 lbs. Vi lb. 4 to 6 lbs. INDEX A Acrolinium 66 Adonis Flos 66 Ageratum 66 Alfalfa 12 Alsyke Clover 13 Alsyke and Timothy mixed 15 Alyssum 66 Amaranthus 66 Amber Cane 11 Anise 74 Apples 75 Aquilegia 66 Arsenate of Lead 94 Artichoke 27 Artichoke, Jerusalem. 27, 57, 65 Asparagus Seed 27 Asparagus Roots 65 Aster Plants 86 Aster, Hardy 85 Aster 66 Australian Salt Bush 19 B Baby’s Breath 67 Bachelor’s Button 67 Bag Balm 97 Balloon Vine 67 Balsam 66 Barley 20 Basil, Sweet 74 Batteries 98 Beans, Garden 28, 29 Beans, Field 26 Beets 30, 31 Beets, Sugar 31 Beets, Stock 31 Berries 76, 77, 78 Bird Food 96 Blackberries 77 Blackeyed Susan 67 Black Leaf 40 94 Blatchford’s Products 96 Bleeding Heart 85 Blue Grass 16 Blue Vitriol 94 Borage 74 Bordeaux Mixture .... 94 Br achy come 67 Bridal Wreath 81 Brome Grass 14 Broom Corn 11 Browalla 67 Brussels Sprouts 27 Buckwheat 19 C Cabbage 7, 8, 32, 33, 34 Cabbage Plants 65 Caladium 86 Calf Meal 96 California Poppy 67 Calliopsis 67 Canadian Blue Grass 16 Canary Bird Vine ... 67 Candytuft 67 Cane 11 Canna, Bulb 86 Canna, Seed 67 Cantaloupe ...6, 48 Canterbury Bells 67, 85 Caraway 74 Cardinal Climber 67 Carnation 67 Carrot 36, 37 Cassaba Melon 47 Castor Bean 67 Catch Fly 67 Catnip 74 Cauliflower 34, 35 Cauliflower Plants ... 65 Celeriac 39 Celery 6, 38, 39 Celery Plants 65 Centaurea 67 Chickory 39 Chinese Woolflower . 68 Chervil 39 Cherries 76 Chick Feeds 96 Chives 39, 65 Chrysanthemum 68, 85 Citron 48 Clarkia 68 Clematis 82 Clover, Alsyke 13 Clover, White 16 Clover, Red 13 Clover, Sweet 13 Collections 3, 37, 52, 65, 74, 78 Cockscomb 68 Columbine 68 Coreopsis Plants .... 85 Corrosive Sublimate 57 Columbine Roots 85 Coriander 74 Corn Salad 41 Corn, Field 21, 22, 23, 24 Corn, Sweet 8, 40, 41 Com Planter 89 Cora Shelters 89 Cosmos - 68 Cow Peas 25 Cress 41 Cucumber 5, 7, 42 Cultivators 88, 89 Cypress Vines 68 Currants 76 D Dahlia Seed 68 Dahlia Bulbs 87 Daisy, English 68 Daisy, Shasta .. 68, 85 Dandelion 42 Delphinium 68, 85 Dewberry 77 Dianthus 68 Dibbles 90 Dill 74 Disinfectants 97 Drills 88, 89 Drought Resistant Seeds 9, 10, 11 Dry Land Alfalfa 12 Dusty Miller 68 E Egg Carrier 93 Egg Cartons 93 Egg Plant 43 Egg Preserver 97 Elephant Ears, Caladium 86 Emerald Lawn Grass 16 Emmer (Speltz) 19 Endive 42 English Blue Grass 14 Ensilage Corn 24 Eschscholtzia 68 Evening Primrose 68 Everlasting Flowers 68 Everlasting Sweet Peas 68 F Fennel, Sweet 74 Fertilizers 95 Feterita ...9 Feverfew 69 Field Beans 26 Field Corn 21, 22, 23, 24 Field Peas ..25 Fish Oil Soap 94 Flax 19 Flower Seeds 66 to 74 Flowering Almonds 80 Fly Killer 97 Forget-Me-Not 69 Formaldehyde 94 Four o’clock -.69 Foxglove 69, 85 G Gaillardia 69, 85 Garden Lemon 48 Garden Tools 88, 91 Garden Plows 88, 89 Garlic 43 Geranium 69 German Millet 10 Gladiolus 86 Golden Glow 85 Gooseberries 76 Gourds 69 Grapes 77 Grass Seed 14, 15, 16 Grass Mixtures 15 Grimm Alfalfa 12 Gumbo 52 Gypsophila 69 Gypsophila Plants 85 H Hardy Plants 84, 85 Heliotrope .69 Herbs 74 Hibiscus 85 Hoes 90 Hog Tankage 96 Hog or Broom Millet 10 Hollyhock .69 Hollyhock Plants 85 Honey Dew 47 Honeysuckle 80, 82 Horehound 74 Horse Radish 42, 65 Hubam Clover 13 I Ice Plant 69 Implements 88 to 91 Insecticides 94, 95 Iris Plants 85 J Japanese Hop 69 Job’s Tears 69 Johnson Grass 15 Joseph’s Coat 69 K Kaffir Corn 11 Kale 43 Kentucky Blue Grass .....16 Kohl Rabi 43 Kow Kare 96 Kudzu Vine ......69, 82 L Lace Flower 69 Lantana 69 Larkspur 69 Larkspur Plants 85 Lawn Grass 16 Leek 43 Leg Bands 93 Lilac 81 Lima Beans 29 Lettuce 44, 45, 46 Lily 82 Lime, Sulphur 94 Lobelia 69 Love in a Mist 70 M Mammoth Clover 13 Mangel Wurzel 31 Marigold 69 Marvel of Peru 69 Meadow Mixture 15 Meadow Fescue 14 Meat Scrap Feed 96 Mexican Beans ,26 Mignonette 69 Milk Mash 96 Millet 10 Milo Maize 9, 11 Mint Roots 65 Mock Orange 81 Moon Flowers 70 Monk’s Hood (Larkspur) 69 Morning Glory 70 Mountain Iceberg Lettuce 44 Mourning Bride 70 Mushrooms ,52 Muskmelons 6, 48 Mustard 52 Myosotis 69 N Nasturtium .70 Navy Beans -26 Nest Eggs 93 Nicofume Paper 95 Nicofume Liquid ,95 Nicotiana - -70 Nigella 70 Nitragin 95 Nitrate Soda 95 Novelties 5 to 8 Nursery Stock 75 to 86 O Oats 18 Onion Plants 65 Onion Seed 7, 49, 50 Onion Sets 51 Orchard Grass 14 Oriental Poppy 71, 85 Ornamental Grasses 70 Oyster Plant 60 Oyster Shell 96 Okra 52 P Passion Flower 71 Pansy 70, 71 Pansy Plants 86 Paris Green 94 Parsley 52 Parsnip 52 Peanuts ,19 Peas, Garden 5, 6, 54, 55 Peonies 84 Pepper Grass ,41 Peppers 53 Pest Exterminator 95 Petunia 71 Perennial Rye Grass 16 Phlox 71, 85 Pie Plant 60, 65 Pinks 71 Pinks, Hardy .,85 Pinto Beans 26 Planet Jr. Tools 88, 89 Plant Bands 98 Plants 65 Plants, Hardy ,84, 85 Plant Covers 98 Plums 76 Poisons 94, 95 Popcorn 24 Poppy 71 Poppy, California 67 Portulaca ,..71 Potatoes 56, 57 Poultry Feeds 96 Poultry Remedies .,97 Poultryware 93 Pratt’s Remedies ..97 Preserving Melons 48 Privet 82 Pruning Shears 91 t Pumpkin 65 Planters 88, 89 R Radish 58, 59 Rape, Dwarf Essex 19 Raspberries 77 Rat Exterminator 95 Red Clover 13 Red Top Grass 14 Rhubarb Seed 60 Rhubarb Roots 60, 65 Ricinus 71 Rosemary 74 Roses 83, 84 Rose of Heaven 71 Rutabagas 64 Rye 20 Rye Grass 16 S Sacking Needles 98 Sage 74 Sage Roots 65 Salsify 60 Salpiglossis 71 Salvia 71 Salt Bush 19 San Luis Valley Peas 25 Savory „74 Scabosia 71 Scarlet Runner Bean 72 Seeders 88, 89 Seed Potatoes 56, 57 Siberian Millet 10 Shade Trees 79 Shasta Daisy 85 Shrubs 80, 81 Slug Shot 95 Snowball ,81 Snap Dragon 72 Sorghum 11 Speltz 19 Spinach 60 Spirea 81 Sprayers 91, 92 Sprinklers 98 Squash 61, 62 Stock Foods 96, 97 Stock Remedies 97 Stocks, Ten Weeks 72 Strawberry Plants 78 Strawflower 72 Sudan Grass 9 Sugar Beets 31 Summer Savory 74 Sunflower 9, 72 Sweet Clover 13 Sweet Corn 8, 40, 41 Sweet Peas 73, 74 Sweet Potatoes 57 Sweet Marjoram 74 Sweet William 72 Sweet William Plants 85 Swiss Chard 30 T Tarragon 65 Tall Meadow Oat Grass 15 Thermometers 93 Thyme 74 Timothy 14 Tobacco 60 Tomatoes 62, 63 Tomato Plants ,65 Tritoma 85 Trees, Fruit 75, 76 Trees, Ornamental 79 Trowels 91 Tuberose 86 Turkestan Alfalfa 12 Turnips 63, 64 V Vegetable Plants 65 Vegetable Seed 27, to 64 Verbena 72 Vetch 25 Vine Mixture 72 Vine Peach 48 Violet 72 W Wall Flower 72 Water Cress 41 Water Glass 97 Watermelon 46, 47 Weeders 91 Western Wheat Grass 15 Wild Cucumber 72 Wild Flower Garden Mixture... .72 Wisteria 82 Wheat 17 Whip-poor-will Cow Peas 25 White Clover 16 Woodbine 82 X Xeranthemum 72 Z Zinnia 5, 72 ■ Three Fine Watermelons Jumbo Sugar Boy MOST DELICIOUS OF ALL A large, sweet, luscious melon; dark green shell, with bright, solid red flesh- for all purposes. -a prize winner, fit The above is not an exaggerated picture, but a true representation of this melon. The painting from which this picture was made was painted direct from the fruit. The seed we offer was grown by the originator, is selected from melons weighing from 35 to 70 pounds each. This melon was bred up by the Van Buskirk Seed Company, which firm also originated the Netted King Muskmelon. It is a very prolific yielder, early, and when cut is yery attractive and enticing and its quality is fully equal to its attractiveness. The beautiful, solid, red flesh is crisp, sweet and luscious. It contains one-third more sugar than the Toni Watson; although it is a large melon, the rind is thin and flesh If you plant this melon, you will not be disappointed. is of exceptionally fine texture PRICES: Packet, 10c; oz., I5c; !4 lb., 50c; «/2 lb., 90c; 1 lb., $1,75; 5 lbs., $7.00. Excel A valuable early melon, for although a grand shipper it is equally fine for home .garden. The1 color is a distinct mottled gray, flesh red, sweet and crisp and free from stringiness. Our seed is' especially adapted to Western country. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; !4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00; 10 Ibst, $8.50. The largest shipping melon yet' produced, good flavor, rind dark green and , tough; flesh solid, crisp and sweet, similar in shape to Klecliy Sweet but thicker. Melons cut big red hearts, showing few seeds. It is a very prolific melon. The seeds are both black and white. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 90c; 5 lbs., $4.00; 10 lbs., $7.50. Other Melons, see Pages 6, 46, 47 and 48. Money Saving Collections and Special Offers, see Pages 3, 37, 52, 65, 74, 78. Good Seeds help sell \&ur Crops Mountain iceberg or 3mpro)>ed HewVork Wonderful Huy and "Plant Gold Seal Seeds with confidence