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Garden and Flower Seed Collections. —

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For the convenience of customers who prefer to leave the selection of varieties to us, We put bal
Special Vegetable and Flower seed Collections for the family garden, The excedingly low —
price we offer these at, and the great demand for them, we have these ‘colleenans already prepared)
and ready for mailing, after addressing and stamping the package. Wo discount allowed on these col- if
lections. : We cannot permit any changes to be made, and reserve the right to substitute
other varieties equally as good, should we run out of stock late in season. :

sees eMAAM

For 25 ets. we send, prepaid, Flower
Seed Collection No. 1, containing one —
Packet each.

ASTER, Double Mixed.
CALLIOPSIS, Mixed Colors.
DIANTHUS, Mixed Colors.
SWEET MIGNONETTE.
NASTURTIUM, Dwarf Mixed.
PHLOX, Splendid Mixed,
POPPY. Double Mixed,
SWEET PEAS, Mixed Colors

For 25 cts. we send, prepaid, Vegetable
Seed Collection “A,” containing one
Packet each.

BEET, Early Egyptian.

CELERY, White Plume.
CUCUMBER, Early Frame,
LETTUCE, Salamander

WATER MELON, Peerless
ONION, Yellow Globe Danvers.
RADISH. Early French Breakfast.
TOMATO, Dwarf Champion,

For 50 ects. we send, prepaid, Flower
Seed Collection No. 2, containing one
Packet each.

For 50 cts. we send. prepaid, Vegeta-
ble Seed Collection “B,” containing one
Packet each.

BEANS. Golden Wax.

BEET, Egyptian.

CARROTS. Early Horn.
CABBAGE, Early Jersey Wakefield.
CELERY, White Plume.

CORN, Extra Early Cory.
CUCUMB:R, White Spine,
LETTUCE, Salamander,

MUSK MELON, The Banquet.
WATER MELON, The Dixie.
ONION. Red Wetherfield.
PARSNIPS, Improved Guernsey.
PEAS, Early Premium Gem
RADISH, Early French Breakfast.
TOMATO, Dwarf Champion.
TURNIP, Early White Dutch.

For 81.00 we send, prepaid. Vegeta-

SWEET ALYSSUM

ASTER, Double Mixed.
CALLIOPSIS, Mixed Colors.
DIANTHUS, Mixed Varieties.
ESCHSCHOLTZIA, Fine Mixed.
LARKSPUR. Double Mixed.
SWEET MIGNONETTE.
NASTURTIUM, Dwarf Mixed,
PANSY, Finest Mixed.
PETUNIA, Mixed Colors.
PHLOX, Splendid Mixed.
POPPY, Double Mixed.
SCABIOSA, Dwarf Mixed.
VERBENA, Fine Mixed.
ZINNIA, Double Mixed.
SWEET PEAS, Mixed Colors

For $1.00 we send. prepaid, Flower

ble Seed Collection “C,’ containing one

Seed Collection No. 3, containing one
Packet each.

Packet each.

BEANS, Golden Wax

BEANS, Early Valentine.
BEET, Early Egyptian.

BEET, Bastian’s Half Long,
CARROT, Oxheart.

CABBAGE, Early Jersey Wakefield.
CABBAGE, Prem Flat Dutch.
CELERY, White Plume.

CORN, Extra Early Cory
CORN. Country Gentlemen
CUCUMBER, Early Siberian.
CUCUMBER, Chicago Pickling,
LETTUCE, Early Simpson,
LETTUCE, Salamander.

MUSK MELON. Osage.
WATER MELON, Peerless.
ONION, Red Wethersfield.
ONION, Mammoth Silver King.
PARSNIP, Improved Guernsey,
PARSLEY, Fern Leaved.
PEAS, Early Premium Gem,
PEAS, Shropshire Hero
PEPPER Large Bell

PUMPKIN. Tenn Sweet Potato.
RADISH, French Breakfast.
RADISH, Improved Chartiers
SALSIFY, Sandwich Island.
SQUASH, Giant Sum. Crookneck
SQUASH, Hubbard.

TOMATO, Dwarf Champion.
TOMATO, The Stone

TURNIP, Early Flat Dutch,
RUTA BAGA, Improved America.
HERBS Summer Savory
FLOWERS, Wild Garden Mixture,

SWEET ALYSSUM
AGERATOUM, Fine Mixed.
ANTIRRHINUM, Mixed Colors.
ASTER, Double Mixed.
BALSAM, Double Mixed,
BRACHYCOME, Fine Mixed.
CATCHELY, Mixed Colors.
CANDYTUFT, Fine Mixed.
CALLIOPSIS, Mixed Colors.
CHRYSANTHEMUM. Double Mixed.
DIANTHUS, Mixed Varieties,
ESCHSCHOLTZIA, Fine Mixed.
GAILLARDIA, Mixed Colors.
LARKSPUR, Double Mixed.
MARIGOLD Double African.
SWEET MIGNONETTE
NASTURTIUM, Dwarf Mixed.
NEMOPHILA, Fine Mixed.
PANSY, Finest Mixed,
PETUNIA, Mixed Colors,
PHLOX, Splendid Mixed.
POPPY, Double Mixed.
PORTULACA, Mixed Colors.
SALPIGLOSSIS, Mixed Colors.
SALVIA, Scarlet.

SCABIOSA, Dwarf Mixed.
STOCK, Dwarf German.
WHITLAVIA, Mixed Colors.
VERBENA, Fine Mixed,
ZINNIA. Double Mixed.
CYPRESS VINE, Mixed Colors.
SWEFT PEAS, Mixed Colors.
HELICHRYSUM, Double Mixed,
MIXED EVERLASTING FLOWERS.
SWEET WILLIAM, Single Mixed.

TO OUR FRIENDS AND PATRONS.

N offering you.our New Garden Annual for 1899, we desire to thank our many friends
for their generous patronage in the past.

We offer our customers this year a fresh and pure stock of Seeds, all selected with
great care and carefully tested. With the close competition now existing in all lines of
business, the question with the Seedsman especially is, of how the quality of the stock
may be sustained to compete in prices with the irresponsible dealer.

In the purchase of Seeds our best gardeners look for quality, and not how cheap they
ean buy. If quality fails all his time and labor are lost.

In the long years we have been in business as Seed Growers and Dealers, we have
gathered a large amount of information and experience, which we have tried to eon-
dense in this book for the benefit of our patrons.

In sending you our GARDEN ANNUAL, we will expect to receive your valued orders,
and whether large or small, they shall receive our most careful attention.

We only list the CREAM OF STANDARD VARIETIES, and aim to sell the best Seeds that
will grow, as we know by our test early in winter. Such seeds will produce a crop that
gladdens the heart of every true gardener.

We issue only a plain, business-like catalogue, with honest descriptions, and so we
are able to supply our customers with better Seeds and larger packets, as the Seed buyer
has to pay for the expensive catalogues sent out.

TESTING SEEDS—We make it a rule to test all Seeds as to vitality before any are sent
out, and many a lot is condemned and thrown out, as we, knowingly, will posi-
tively not sell any dead Seeds. We know, with proper care and planted at
the right season, our Seeds will grow. But many, with even careless planting or
bad weather, will still blame the Seeds if they do not grow. But should any be

sent out by ‘accident that fail to grow when properly tested, we stand ready to
replace same or give value in other Seeds.

GUARANTEE—This has been discussed quite fully of late, but any well-reasoning
person can well understand that a Seedsman cannot guarantee a good crop. He
can know the vitality ‘of the Seeds he sells, but it is to his own interest for future
trade to sell good Seeds. Complaints made that Seeds are not good, or failed to
produce a crop, can often be attributed to other causes than to the quality of the
Seeds. The very best Seeds may fail by sowing too deep, too shallow, in too wet
or too dry soil, insects destroying the plants as soon as or before they appear, wet
or cold weather, frosts, blight or rust, chemical changes in the Seeds induced by
extremes of temperature, ete For all these contingencies on which the success
of a crop depends, it will readily be seen it is sheer folly to warrant them to pro-
duce a perfect crop. Under all these circumstances, while we exercise the greatest
care to have all Seeds pure and reliable, we do not give any warranty, expressed
or implied. If the purchaser does not accept the Seeds on these terms and con-
ditions, they must be returned at once, and the ‘money that has been paid for same
will be refunded.

MARKET GARDENERS—Market gardeners and institutions who use large quantities
of bulk Seeds should send for our special Market Gardeners’ Price List.

TO DEALERS IN SEEDS—Our Wholesale Trade List of Seeds, in bulk and papered,
ae free on application to all those who buy to sell again. Correspondence
solicited.

TO OLD FRIENDS—We tender our hearty thanks for past favors, which have been
appreciated, and trust that all our old friends will continue to lend a hand in
extending the sale of CoLe’s STANDARD SEEDS THAT GROW, by speaking a word
for us now and then to their friends. With best wishes for a happy and pros-
perous New Year, we remain, Yours truly,

COLE’S SEED STORE,

PELLA, Iowa, January 1, 1899. E. M. COLE, Proprietor.

SUGGESTIONS TO BUYERS

4

HOW TO ORDER.—Always use the order sheet and printed envelope sent with each
Catalogue. Write plainly; keep a copy of your order. Do not order C. 0. D., as
it is an unnecessary expense to customers, as cost of collecting is added to all bills.

REMITTING MONEY. —Cash should always accompany the order. Remittances may be
made at our risk by either of the following methods: (1) Postoffice Money Orders,
(2) Express Companies’ Money Orders, (3) Draft on New York or Chicago, (4) Regis-
tered Letters. Money sent by either method is absolutely safe and will cost from
three to fifteen cents. We will bear the expense of sending money in either of
these ways, and customers may select additional seeds free to the amount of cost
of remittance.

STAMPS received same as cash for small orders, or when notes are not obtainable, and
they must be clean and in good condition, but will not be responsible for sums of
One Dollar or over sent in this manner.

POSTAGE PAID.—We deliver free to any Postoffice or Express Office in the United
States, all seeds quoted by the Packet, Pound, Ounce, Pint or Quart. Seeds offered
by the Peck, Bushel, or in 5, 10 or 100 lb. lots, purchasers have to pay Express or
Freight charges.

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS.—When goods are to be shipped by Freight or Express, give
plain shipping directions; otherwise we use our best judgment in regard to the
matter.

NAME AND ADDRESS.—In sending an order please be particular in giving Name, Post-
office, County and State, in full, distinctly written. Weare often in receipt of
orders from customers who not only forget to sign their names, but also their
place of residence, thus causing a delay of weeks in the execution of their orders.
Write your orders legibly, separate from the body of the letter.

SAFE ARRIVAL OF PACKAGES.—We guarantee the safe arrival of packages of seeds
and bulbs in good condition inevery case. If the packageis injured or lost we will
replace it as soon as informed of the fact. Sometimes it happens that orders
never reach us. When customers fail to receive their seeds or bulbs in a reason-
able time, they should inform us, and at the same time send a duplicate eopy of
their order, which can be filled at once, and save much delay.

ERRORS.—We take the utmost care in filling orders, striving to do a little more for our

friends and patronsthan we offer, yet, in the press of business, mistakes will some-
times occur, in which event we wish to be promptly notified of the fact, and will
make such corrections as will be perfectly Satisfactory. Please keep copies of all
your orders for comparison.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS. —If you have changed, or intend to change, your address, please
let us know, so that we may change it on our books.

ORDER EARLY.—It would greatly facilitate shipment, if our customers would send in as
many orders as possible during the month of February, because our stock is then

‘complete and ready for mailing, and you will be sure to get what you send for;
and what is more important to you, the seeds will be at hand for planting just
when you want them.

SOUTHERN ORDERS.—Customers in the South, who in some cases need their seeds
before our new Catalogue is out, can always order from the old Catalogue, and
will have their orders carefully filled at as low prices as are ruling at the time.

ADDRESS all correspondence, and make all P. 0. and Express Money Orders payable to

COLE'S SEED Sage.
PELLA, IOWA

COLE’S NOVELTIES.

NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES
for 1890.

This list of Novelties and Specialties offered on the pink pages of this Catalogue,
are the cream of the many new varieties offered every year.

With only a few exceptions, we have grown every one on trial in our grounds for
one or two years. We make ita rule not to recommend any novelty, unless we have
confidence of it being worthy of a trial by our customers.

On all Seeds in Packets the purchaser is entitled to select Twenty-flva Cents’ worth Extra
for each One Dollars worth ordered.

The descriptions of most of the following novelties are as given by their respective
introducers.

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ROGERS’ LIMA WAX BEAN.

Named Lima Wax, as it has bright, glossy foliage, and the bloom resembles the Dwarf
Lima. The pods are very broad and flat and a most excellent rich quality. The plant
is branching and vigorous, with an immense amount of foliage, pods are borne in the
greatest profusion, often a single plant having 50 or more pods. They require thin plant-
ing (two beans being sufficient for a hill) on very rich soil, and will run true and not
sport.

The pods are the broadest of all wax bush beans, color transparent glossy lemon wax,
having the yellow waxy appearance very soon after the pods are formed. When picked
will retain the'r bright, attractive appearance for a long time and not become tough.
Quality very tender, juicy, and flavor delicate.

Mr. Rogers claims for this variety four esential points: (1) Productiveness. (2) Hand-

some colored and tender pods. (3) Delicious flavor. (4) White seeded, and will make
an excellent dry bean for baking. \

Having wonderful productiveness, attractive appearance and keeping qualities, it is
likely to become a favorite for main crop with truckers. Owing to its tenderness, fine
quality and delicious flavor, it cannot help but please those who want the best. It will
also be most desirable for canners’ use.

Price per pkt. 7 cts., 3 pkts. 15 cts., pt. 30 cts., qt. 50 cts., pk. $1.50, bush. $6.00.

4 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

New Stringless Green Pod Bean.

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ae : F; Hf - trial grounds has
proved all the intro-
ducer claims foF it.
Burpee’s Stringless
Green Pod is the
only stringless
green-pod bush bean
in cultivation, con-
sequently it sur-
passes all others in
erisp, tender flavor.
Theillustration here-
with shows the
width and thickness
of the _ beautiful,
straight, green pods
taken from nature,
When we add that
the pods are ready
to market EARLIER
than the best stock
of the Early Yellow
Six Weeks, which,
as all know, is valu.
able only for its ex-
tra earliness, being
SS : : of inferior quality,

NES ; we are sure that the

iS Ew STR {INGLES Stringless Green
Pod will supply a

long-felt want. It must prove gf immense value not only to the market gardener who wants
to make more money, but alsc to the amateur who seeks a rare quality early for the home

table.
Price per pkt. 7 cts., 3 pkts. 15 cts , pt. 30 cts., qt. 50 cts., pk $1.50 bush. $5.00.. ~" =‘

THE EMERALD CUCUMBER.

THE EMERALD is a
seedling of the White
Spine and retains every

good point in the _ best
strains of White Spine, and
in addition, possesses that
rich dark green color
which has been so long
sought for, but never be-
fore obtained. It is strict-
ly an evergreen, retaining
its color until fully ripe.
On sight, its distinet dark
green and _ spineless skin
attracts the attention and
admiration of everyone in-
terested. Its fruit sets
early, and its vigorous
vines abound in long,
straight, handsome fruits
of most desirable quali-
ties. The flesh being pe-
culiarly crisp and tender,
and the avor delicate,
highly recommend it aS a
slicer. The young fruit being dark green, stgaight and tender, makes an excellent pickle,
a when ripe none excel it for making sweet pickles. Price per pkt. 7 cts., 3 pkts. 15 cts., oz. 15 ets.,
4 lb. 40 cts.

COLE’S NOVELTIES.

IMPROVED DANISH BALLHEAD CABBAGE.

This variety is also sold under the name of
the HOLLANDER, GERMAN Export and DutcH
WINTER. In our trial grounds they all proved
to be one and the same variety. The fame of
this sort has become world wide, and to-day
stands without a peer, as the hardest heading
cabbage, longest keeping qualities, and great
weight for its size. This variety has been
selected and perfected for more than fifty years
by the Danish gardeners.

In Denmark and Holland it is grown almost
exclusively for winter cabbage, and they annu-
ally export large quantities to other countries.
This is the variety offered in this country, as
Holland cabbage, in spring. It will stand long
journey’s and keep far into the spring, the heads
are of medium size, are very solid and deep

and of a fine white color, making them entirely different from any other strain, and they keep better
than any other sort, the heads being just as solid and perfect when taken up in the spring as when
they were put away in the fall. Has but few outer leaves, thus admitting of close planting.

Quality fine, being tender and crisp, with but little waste heart. This will do best if planted a
week or a oe earlier than our common drumhead sorts, and on deep, heayy loam, and liberally
manured land.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50

NEW EARLY SPRING
CABBAGE.

This new variety sent out by Mr. Henderson, of New
York is a round flat-headed extra early Cabbage, com-
ing in with the Wakefield and yielding more than any
other extra early variety. Every head as uniform as if
moulded, and remarkably solid even when young. Few
and small outside leaves, small veins, fine texture and
delicate favor. Having compact heads, with few out-
side leaves, can be planted twenty-one inches apart,
making over 13,000 to the acre. If this variety proves
to be what the introducer elaims for it, it will be a most
valuable variety to gardeners and private growers.

Price per pkt. 8 cts., 3 pkts. 20 cts., oz. 35 cts.

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COLUMBIA BEET.

The handsome appearance of this new Beet is
well shown in the illustration. The roots are of a
neat turnip-shape, with smooth skin and deep
blood-red flesh, of rich, tender quality. Itis ready
to use very early, growing as quickly as does the
Egyptian, while it does not become coarse and
stringy. Compared with such famous sorts as
Edmand’s and Eclipse, the COLUMBIA has proved as
early and even better in quality than these two
really first-class varieties. . In habit of growth itis

remarkably thoroughbred, the foliage being small,

neat, and of a rich bronze color. Weare sure that

market gardeners will find it a splendid variety

while its fine flavor as a table beet will delight all

private planters.

“d puee per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 lb. 20 cts., lb.
cts.

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

EVANS’ TRIUMPH CELERY

One of the Best Late Sorts, of Superb Quality.

It has a compact habit of growth and one of the
best keeper’s remaining in condition much longer than
most sorts. It is not only a splendid keeper but the
very large, solid stalks are of the finest texture and
quality, crisp, brittle, tender and really nut-like flavor
and has a stronger celery taste than any other variety.

Can recommend this sort as worthy of the first
place as a late celery. It requires the whole season
to develop and we are sure it will become very popular
as soon as known.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 144 lb. 75 cts.

Golden Rose Celery

This beautiful new Celery is a sport from the well-
known Golden Self-blanching, and retains all the good
qualities of this famous variety. It has the same
beautiful, rich golden yellow color, is self-blanching to
the same remarkable degree, and differs only in the
color of the ribs. These are of a very attractive shade
of rose, which deepens as the season advances. This
ornamental feature gives the plant a most pleasing
appearance, that cannot fail to make it of even greater
value for market. The plant is dwarf and heavy, the

stalks are very broad and solid, and are entirely free
from any stringiness. It is of the very finest table
quality, and for this and its handsome appearance it
is most highly recommended.

EVAN’S TRIUMPH CELERY. Price par pxt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 lb. 85 cts.

New Mignonette Lettuce.

The entire plant measures only seven inches
in diameter, and is more solid and compact than
any other variety. The outer leaves are few,
and these cling closely to the head. The small
surface of the leaves which are separated from
the head is deeply crumpled as in a Savoy
cabbage, and richly colored with russet red
and bronze green. The cut shows very truly
the character of the plant, which {is distinct,
not only in its solidity, but also in color. The
heart is a charming combination of creamy yel-
low waved with pale greenish white. It is
very hardy, resisting drouth and excessive
moisture with equal success—a most valuable. J
feature !n our climate. It is fit for use early, ~
which, combined with its long standing char-
acter, constitutes It an all-seasons variety.
Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

NEW MIGNONE'TTE LETTUCE.

One packet each of the 23 Vegetable Novelties catalogued
on pink paper for only $1.00. One packet each of the 10 Flower
Novelties, including the 2 Dwarf Sweet Peas, for only 60 cts, |

COLE’S NOVELTIES.

KENDEL’S EARLY GIANT
STWUAEET CORN.

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SWEET CORN,

MR. KENDEL, the in-
troducer, says:

“This new and _ distinct
variety of Sweet Corn com-
bines more merit than any
other early variety in culti-
vation. The ears grow to a
tremendous size, measuring
8 to 10 inches long, and hay-
ing ten to eighteen rows on
each cob, the majority hay-
ing twelve rows; kernels
pure white, sweet and ten-
der.”’

Dealers and truckers re-
port ready sales and are en-
thusiastic over its large size
and productiveness, as well
as its white cob and good
eating qualities. Where it
was Offered with Minnesote
and Cory, none of the latter
could be sold until the for-
mer was gone.

We do not place ee cie Ss . Early” (as Sweet Cpee on the market as a novelty—it is
more than that—it is an article of real merit, and hence it gives us pleasure to be able to
attach our name to something we believe will come into general use and will
pt. 30 cts., qt.

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supplant Karly Minnesota. Price per pkt.

$1,00, bush. $3.50.

PAUL ROSE MUSK MELON.

Mr. Vaughan, the introducer of this new variety, says:
‘In the ‘‘Paul Rose”’’ we are offering the best Musk
Melon introduced for many years. It is a successful
cross of the Osage with the Netted Gem and combines
the sweetness of the former with the fine netting of,the
Gem. It also has a firmness of rind and ‘‘cheesy”’
structure of flesh peculiarly its own and superior in
these respects to any melon in existence. it surpasses
all melons as a shipper and long keeper and no melon
equals it in smallness of seed cavity, nor approaches it
in firmness.

Mr. Paul Rose, one of the most extensive and suc-
cessful growers in the United States, has produced this
as a result of six years’ critical selection for a basket
melon of perfect quality for the shipping trade. They

i ets., 3 pkts. 15 cts.,

entirely

dU cts, pk.

are of uniform shape as shown in cut and average about 1% lbs. each in weight, a size most eon-

yenient to market in baskets.
and never to break down in shipping.
Price per pkt. 7 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4

Claimed to be as sweet as the Osage, better shipper than Netted Gem
lb. 50 cts., lb. $1.50.

Wisconsin Golden Salsity.

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This new variety of Salsify is entirely distinct from any other variety beyond question.

It is of strong, vigorous growth;

en. ”
-remely rich and,tender.

the leaves are dark green in color,
eurled, and the roots have a slightly yellowish tinge, which suggested the name
When prepared for the table, they have an exceedingly deliclous flayor, and are ex-
Price per pkt. 7 cts., 3 pkts. 15 cts., oz. 2 cts.,

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finely crimped aud
“Gold-

Y% lb. 7 cts.

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL,

Nott’s Excelsior Pea.

This new variety is one of the most valuable early dwarf wrinkled peas in cultivation.
The introducer describes it as follows:

“This very desirable pea grows to a
uniform height of one foot. Remarkably
hardy and productive, besides being ear-
lier than all the wrinkled peas, it has
been impartially tested the past six
years in various sections of the United
States and Canada. It is So hardy and
vigorous that it may be safely planted in
early spring with any smooth variety,
and counted on for table use almost as
soon, while the quality is far superior.
During the eight years that I have been
> developing these peas, they never falled
to be well matured for table use within
fifty days from planting, with ordinary
garden culture. Pods large, with from
five to seven large peas in a pod. Very
tender and fine flavored.”’ is

Price per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 45 cts.
pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00.

THE GRADUS PEA.

THE FINEST FIRST-EARLY WRINKLED PEA.

This New Extra Early Green Wrinkled Pea, is an acquisition and will soon
become one of our most popular varieties. We may now have large tender peas, sweet
and delicious in early June. THe Grapus will yield an abundant supply of the most
tender wrinkled peas much earlier than other wrinkled variety, and in our trial grounds
they proved to be, as claimed by the introducer, only three days later than the best
stocks of the small extra earlies,such as the Philadelphia Extra Early, First and Best,etc.
It is also the earliest large podded pea in cultivation, the pods are equal in size to such
well-known late varieties as Telephone, Pride of the Market, etc. The vine has heavy
stems, with large dark green leaves, and grows from 21 to3 feet in height. It produces
uniformly large pods, measuring from 4 to 5 inches long, well filled with peas of enor-
mous size for such an early variety. The peas remain edible, tender and sweet for
some time.

The Gradus is an ideal Extra Early Pea, one for which we have been looking a long
time, and we are confident that it is destined to become the leading early variety, both
for the amateur and market gardeners.

The pea offered under the name of Prosperity, is identical with the Gradus, in our
trials proved to be one and the same thing.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 3 pkts. 25 cts., 44 pt. 20 cts., pt. 35 cts., qt. 60 cts.

COLE’S NOVELTIES. 9

EARLIEST WHITE RADISH.

This handsome new variety is not only the ear-
liest White Radish, but the earliest of any color.
The beautiful little radishes, of the size and
shape shown in the cut, are ready for the tablein
18 to 20 days after sowing theseed. Of handsome
olive shape; both skin and flesh are pure white,
of mild flavor, crisp and tender. The tops are
small, which renders them suitable for forcings
and admits of close planting. This proved to
be one of the most desirable varieties in our
trials, and can be highly recommended.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., % lb. 35 ets.,
EARLIEST WHITE RADISH. lb. $1.25.

NEW TURNIP.
Hardy White Winter.

This fine new variety we had on trial fora
couple years and find it to be one of the
sweetest and the most tender in flavor we
have ever eaten. As shown in the illustra-
tions it differs from all other varieties, being
conical in shape like the Oxheart Carrot.
It grows to large size, still it grows rapidly
and cannot be surpassed for late sowing, for
use in Autumnand Winter. Therootis pure
white, very smooth, and grows almost en-
tirely in the ground; being very hardy, it can
be dug late and is one of the best keepers.
The flesh is crisp, sweet and of excellent
quality. It will become a great favorite
with gardeners when better known, we
recommend it highly.

Price per pkt. 7 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14 lb. 60
ets.

HARDY WHITE WINTER TURNIP.

PHYSALIS FRANCHETI.

JAPANESE WINTER CHERRY, OR CHINES= LANTERN PLANT.

This is a new fruiting plant from Japan, grows two feet high, the plant is branch-
ing and bears fruit which is enclosed in a husk, like the common Strawberry or Husk
Tomato, but two times larger and of a more fruity acid flavor. It is entirely distinct
from any of the Husk Tomatoes. The seed should be started like that of Tomatoes. Be-
ing a perennial, it makes a much stronger growth the second season. It makes only a
weak growth the first year. It is a bold, handsome plant in the garden, and equally as
valuable when grown in pots for winter decoration in the house, or the orangé-scarlet col-
ored balloon-like vessels can be used to great advantage with winter bouquets of dried
grasses. The fruit is edible for those who like it. Price per pkt. 5 ects.

10

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

NEW GOLDEN

GOLDEN BRUBBARD SQUASH.

HUBBARD SQUASH.

The introducer says: After years of careful selec-
tion, so that in character and color it has become firmly
fixed, we offer this excellent new Sauash, confident that
it will become a standard variety. A sport from that
old standard of excellence, the Hubbard, it isa perfect
ty pe of its parent except in color, which is a bright deep
orange yellow. Flesh deep golden yellow, much richer
in color than Hubbard, fine grained. cooks very dry.
of excellent flavor. -Its keeping qualities are fully
equal to, while in productiveness it far excels the old
variety. In everything except color and yield it is a
counterpart of that old favorite, the Hubbard. Its
superior keeping qualities combined with its sweet, rich
flavor, attractive color and shape, are bound to makeit
a popular Fall and Winter variety.

Price per pkt. 5 cts.. oz. 10 cts., % 1b. 30 cts., 1b. $1.00.

WARTED HUBBARD SQUASH.

This Squash is considered the best strain
of Hubbard. It combites the fine points of
the original strain with larger size, harder
shell, improved quality, thicker flesh, finer
color, stronger constitution. In short, it is
unapproachable as a winter Squash, and
will undoubtediy stand for many years as
the best type of the famous Hubbard. The
color is almost black, all looking alike. and
with a dense covering of knots—hence the
name of “Warted.” Their handsome appear-
ance appeals strongly to customers.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % 1b. 25 ets..
lb. $1.00.

WARTED HUBBARD SQUASH,

WHITE'S EXCELSIOR TOMATO.

NEW TOMATO,
WHITE’S EXCELSIOR.

This fine new variety originated with one
of our Iowa Seedsmen. It is admitted by
many critical growers to be the best purple
tomato so far introduced. Is somewhat
similar to the Truckers Favorite, but is
larger, more solid and heavier. It has won

the first premium at the Iowa State Fair.
every time it has been exhibited. The vines
are the largest, strongest growers of any,
bear the greatest crops, and continue bear-
ing until frost. The fruits arelarge, smooth
and nearly solid, with but few seeds; color
dark glossy or purple red, ripen up evenly
around the stem, no green spots or hard core.
One of the best shipping varieties, as it
stands up well. In quality and flavor can-
not be surpassed. Excelsior isa main crop
tomato and comes ina few days later than
the medium early kind. Wecan recommend
this variety very highly to our customers.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 lb. 75 ets...
lb. $2.50, :

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HONOR BRIGHT TOMATO.
to the stem.

New Tomato,
LIVINGSTON’S

“Honor Bright.”

Whe vines are vigerous and bear profusely
from early to late in the season, and are of a
most beautiful light green color,

The color of the fruit, when fully
ripe, is a rich, bright red, but before
reaching this stage it undergoes several inter-
esting changes. First it is light green, then
an atiracrive waxy white, then lemon,
changing to red. One of the most attract-
ive and handsome varieties grown, and well
adapted for home use and market; on account
of its s:lidity and long-keeping qualities, it is
especially reeommended for shipping. It can be
shipped in barrels, like apples, if picked in the
early stage of ripening, and will keep from one
to four weeks if stored in a cool place. ‘ The
skin seems to be crack-proof, even after heavy
rains.

The Clusters bear three to five large,
symmetrical fruits on hard, woody stems, the
fruit ripening very evenly from the blossom end

Its table qualities are excellent, the flesh, when fully ripe, being tender and melting.

Those who grow it will find it a valuable acquisition, and will be surprised at its distinction from all other

grown serts.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 3 pkts., 20 cts., % oz. 20 cts., oz. 35 cts.

pee, will become very popular, both in the home gar-
den and for shipping to market. The large solid fruits
are always smooth and handsome, of a rich ruby-red
color, with but few seeds and delicious flavor. It has
a tough skin not easily broken. The fruit is borne in
clusters of three or four, at every joint, and as the joints
are close together, the plant presents a crowded appear-
ance. From the appearance of the first leaves the
plant resembles that of a potato, in fact, it might be
called the Potato Leaf Bush Tomato. It isso compact

and erect in growth that nostakes are required and can
be planted a third closer than the common varieties.
For its fine quality, compact bushy habits and immense
productiveness it has no equal.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 3 pkts. 25 ets.

EARLY FREEDOM TOMATO.

One Packet each of the above four New

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FORDHOOK FANCY TOMATO.

EARLY FREEDOM TOMATO.

This new extra early tomato proved to be
such a fine variety in our trials, think we
feel safe in adding it to our already long
list of tomatoes. Peter Henderson & Co.,
the introducers, says; Its value, lies not only
in the actual time of ripening its first fruits,
but that such enormous quantities of fruit
| ean be gathered while all other so-called
‘‘Harliest’’ are ripening only a few. By
actual tests from a given number of plants,
planted atthe same time it has vielded from
one-third to one-half more fruits. This in-
dicates clearly its great and prolific ear-
liness, and this. combined with its smooth,
handsome appearance, renders it one of the
best early sorts. The plant is medium in
size. The fruit is borne mainly in clusters,
perfectly round, of a bright dazzling scarlet
color. The fiesh is solid, having but few
seeds. The flavor is perfect, absolutely free
from any acidity. Keeps bearing fruit till
late in the season.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 3 pkts. 25 cts., % oz.
30 cts., oz. 50 cts.

Varieties of Tomatoes for 25 cents.

= COLE'S GARDEN ANNUAL.

NEW WHITE BRANCHING ASTER.

Absolutely the NEW BRANCH-
ING has no superior. It is easily
grown from seed and is of great
utility and beauty for bedding
purposes, coming at a season
when there is little else in flower,
anticipating as they do the Chrys-
anthemum season by a month or
six weeks. The flowers are borne
on very long stems and are PURB
WHITE, of extraordinary size,
being four inches and more in
diameter. The petals are broad,
long, and many of them more
or less twisted or curled in such
a manner as to give the blooms
the appearance of large, loose and
graceful Chrysanthemums. The
resemblance is so perfect that

nearly everyone would so consider
them when seen as cut flowers.

Tbe plant is a strong grower and
its tendency to form numerous
branches is very marked, there-
fore it should have more room
than the ordinary Aster. The
plant continues to grow later in
the season than any other variety

with which we are acquainted,
and biooms correspondingly late,
thus giving its crop of flowers in
late autumn, a season when there
is always a scarcity of bloom.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15
cts.

BRANCHING ASTER, Mixed Colors.

Similar in habit and growth as the White Branching, but of different colors, such as pink.
lavender, crimson, blue and white. Very fine and beautiful; we can recommend this very
highly. Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 cts.

NEW JAPANESE TASSEL ASTER.

The introducers, Vilmorin-Andrieux & Co., of Paris, France, describe this variety as fal-
lows: The beautiful flowers of this new strain of Asters offer a most striking contrast with
those of any other variety. They are of immense size, measuring from five to six inches across,
with long petals curiously waved and curled, so as to give them a striking resemblance with
the most disheveled Japanese Chrysanthemums. It is a vigorous growing plant, fourteen or
fifteen inches high, well branched, and producing quite a number of those enormous flowers.

It has obtained a first-class certificate from the French National Horticultural Society,
which It well deserves. We can recommend this variety as being entirely new from any other
variety, and think will be much used as a cut flower. Mixed colors.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 cts.

NEW ESCHSCHOLYZIA, “Golden West.”

The flowers of this new giant variety, measure from 4 to 6 inches in diameter. They have large
overlapping petals, often delicately waived at the edges. Insome an orange blotch almost suffuses
the whole flower, in others it runs into the yellow in fine penciled lines. Their intense and shining
color, immense size and lovely forms, call forth the most enthusiastic expression of admiration.

Price per pkt. 5 cts.

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COSMOS, New Early Flowering.

COSMOS are unquestionably very
handsome flowers, and have become gen-
yi eral favorites. They have been appro-

_priately called ‘“‘The Glory of Autumn.’’
ji There has been one objection to their
giving general satisfaction, and that is
their late flowering habit, and sometimes
an early severe frost catches them before
they are ia full bloom. This objection
has been overcome in this new strain of
EARLY FLOWERING COSMOS. This is
catalogued under. different names, as
‘Barly Summer Flowering’ and ‘‘Harly
Dawn Cosmos.’”’ But they are all one
and the same variety. Seed sown in our
garden the beginning of May, commenced
to show a few flowers in the beginning of
July, and during August and September
were covered with flowers. The plants
are dwarfer than the late-flowering Cos-
mos, forming bushes from 4 to 5 feet
high. The plants have fine, feathery, light
green foliage, flowers are produced on
long stems and are very handsome for
cut flowers and bouquets, as they will
last a week after cutting. The colors are
white, crimson and rose or pink, which
a : - we offer in this mixture of home grown
COSMOS. seed. Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 ets.

Fringed Mammoth Hollyhock, “Allegheny,”

THIS grand
new Hollyhock
is an entire
break from the
old style garden
favorite. The
flowers are so
different, that,
but for the sim-
ilar habit of the
plant, it would
not be taken
fOl. ak Holly-
hock. They are
from 4 to 6
inches in diam-
eter, ranging
from semi-dou-
ble to double,
and the mam-
moth flowers
are wonderfully
formed, and so
finely fringed
and curled that
they look as if
made from the
finest China
silk, and com-
pared with the
Jld ones they
have the look
of a flower
from Fairyland.
The color varies
from palest
shell pink to

feet high, of
strong constitu-
tion, free from
disease or rust.
In free and per -
sistent flower- : .
ing it differs from the old style, coming into bloom in June and lasting until frost. Every
bud, clear to the top of the plant, develops into a flower, and as the flowers mature they
drop from the stem, so that the plants are always objects of beauty. With its robust
growth, large, leafy branches, graceful and airy style of flowers, and as a_ perpetual
bloomer, the Allegheny Hollyhock stands unique as simply the greatest novelty among
flowers for years. Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 10 Cts.

14 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

flole’s Superb Pansies.

FINEST FANCY AND NEWEST VARIE-
TIES IN GRAND MIXTURE. A strain of
Iansies which, for variety, color and beauty, is
not to be excelled. In this SUPERB MIXTURE
, we have combined one of the GRANDEST COL-
1LECTIONS of the best and choicest strains
that PANSY SPECIALISTS have so far pro-
duced.

OUR SUPERB MIXTURE contains seed of
such types of NEW and GIANT FLOWERED
varieties as the Red Victoria, Peacock, Bugnot,
Cassier, Trimardeau, and scores of other sorts

from EUROPEAN and AMERICAN collections.
This strain will please the most critical, as it
will produce flowers of matchless forms, colors
and markings, with many flowers measuring, if
well grown in cool and rich soil, three to four
inches in diameter, and such beautiful colors as
bronze, mahogany spotted, marbled, claret red.
and many others. They will astonish and de-
light all lovers of Pansies.
Price per pkt. 15 cts., 2 pkts. 25 cts.

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New Lilliput Nasturtium.

A most charming and distinct new class. The plants
and flowers are both smaller than those of the Dwarf Nas-
turtium. The dainty little flowers are produced in abund-
ant profusion right over the pretty veined leaves. This
new sort contains all the rich velvety and soft color varia-
tions of the Nasturtium family, and some new shades.

We consider this one of the best introductions, and it
will give entire and general satisfaction.

Price per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 cts.

White Cupid
SWEET PEAS.

This remarkable
plant does not grow
over 5 inches high nor
cover a space of more
than 15 inches across.
The flower-stems are
about 4 inches long
and bear each 2 or 3
blossoms, which are
pure waxy white, of
very large size. It is
well adapted for
borders and for bed-
ding. Itis a wonder-

A POT PLANT OF CUPID SWEET PEAS, fully. free bloomer
beginning to flower as early as July. It makes a most attractive pot plant, as will be seen from the
illustration, which shows one plantin a 12inch pot. Plant on dry ground, as much wet weather is
harmful tothis plant. Price per pkt. 5 cts.

PINK CUPID, Owarf Sweet Pea.

This new variety, the first colored Cupid Pea, is identical in habit of growth with the White
Cupid offered above. But the plant is more vigorous and hardy, and will grow anywhere. The seed
is black, and is of wonderfully strong germination, It will be without arival asa bedding and border
annual, for its color and fragrance make it a rare novelty. A large bed of them looks as ifthe ground
were literally strewn with bright pink rose-buds. Price per pkt. 5 cts.

COLE’S NOVELTIES.

New Sweet Peas.

This flower has become very popular the last
few years. New varieties are introduced by the
dozen every year. Many of them are so nearly
alike that experts can hardly distinguish them
apart. We add to our list every year the most
distinct colors of the newer varieties.

CULTURE. Sweet Peas will grow anywhere,
but will give best results on clay soil, a good
method is to select your bed the previous fall,
enrich with thoroughly rotten manure and spade
bed deeply, this will leave ground in nice shape
for early spring planting. Do notspade ground
in spring, as a stiff firm soil is best, never use
fresh manure. Early in spring the earlier the
better, sow your seed in double rows about 10
inches apart. Hollow out drills, so they will
be about 2 or 3 inches deep in stiff clay, and4or
5 inches deep in light loose soil, firm soil in the
trench with the foot, this is important, on this
sow your seed twice as thick as you want them
to stand in row to be sure of a full stand, cover
seed about two inches deep and firm soil.

Do not hill up, as it is better to have a slight
depression so as to catch most of the water
afterrains. Thin plants to Zinches apart before
they commence to vine. Hoe only shallow be-
tween plants. For support use poultry wire or
brush. Fora long season of bloom, mulch and
water in dry weather, and pluck flowers freely
as they soon stop blooming if you letseed form,
AU RORA This new variety attrac's at-

* tention on account of the enor-

mous size and wonderful brilliancy of the
flowers. The immense flowers are borne 3 or
4on a stem and the color effect is gorgeous;
standard and wings are white flaked and striped
with bright orange-salmon. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.

10 cts.

THE BRIDE A large, grand, pure white;
* well acclimated and has

stronger germinating power than the other white

varieties. Very popular for cut flowers. Per

pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.

BRILLIANT The flowers are of good
° substance, medium to

large in size. The color is of a rich, bright crim-

son scarlet. The wings nearly equal the stand-

ard in intense richness of color. The flowers

are borne three on a stem, and retain their full

brilliancy of color under the hottest sun. Per

pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.

COQUETTE Deep primrose. color,
. shaded fawn, suffused

with a subtle tint of purplish-rose; a most
fascinating flower. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.
GRAY FRI AR Entirely unlike any other
* Sweet Pea. Excites sur-
prise and admiration wherever seen. It is a
most beautiful watered purple on white ground.
The flowers are of a hooded form, of large size,

are borne 8and4onastem. Perfectly beautiful
in a bouquet when bunched alone. Per pkt. 5

cts., oz. 10 cts.
RAMON A Grand flowers of very large
* size and improved hooded
form. Itis a vigorous grower and bears 3 or 4
flowers to the stem. Its coloring is delicately
beautiful; a creamy-white, daintily splashed
with pale pink on standard and wings. Per
pkt. 5 cts. oz 10 cts.

NEW SWEET PEAS.

ROYAL ROSE The standards diev e1r-

* mine pink; the wings are
a most charming, light rosy-pink, almost a self-
colored flower of handsome shape and immense
size. A great advance on Apple Blossom. Per

pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.
A magnificent large flower;

STANLEY. standard rich mahogany

brown; wings garnet maroen. A fine variety.

Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

SHAZADA This is a magnificent advance
* in the eoloring of this flower,

being of a deep indigo black. The blossoms is

of the largest grandifiora form, most distinct

and attractive. Per pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts.

STELLA MORSE. 2Deéidedly the best

of all the Sweet Peas,
approaching primrose yellow. It has not only
a shading of yellow, but is also flushed with a
pale pink, which gives the blossoms a rich
creamy-buit color. No one has seen this new
Sweet Pea without being in love with it. Its
gracefulness anc soft delicate coloring being
unrivaled. Per pkt. 10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 cts.

AMERICAN SEEDLINGS. 32's,38,2

mixture
of seedlings not yet named. They are the result
of crossing and recrossing the choicest of the
new flowering varieties. and this seed will pro-
duce flowers of the largest size, finest forms and
in an endless variety of color. In our trials the
past season we were delighted with the new
colors we found inthis mixture. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., 4 Ib. 35 cts., lb. $1.25.
SERIPED, MIXTURE sce atare
* contains all the
large flowering varieties, that are striped and
flaked, which make a beatiful show in the gar-
den. Our customers will be delighted with a
packet of this odd mixture. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts., 44 lb. 30 ets.

SPECIAL OFFER. One packet each of the above 12 varieties of New Large

Flowering Sweet Peas, for 50 cts.

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COLE’S SWEET PEAS.

SWEET PEAS.

GENERAL LIST.

T IS unnecessary to say much about these lovely
fragrant fiowers. Every one loves them for their
delieate and charming colors, exquisite frag-

rance, and their perfect and simple lovliness. They
are unsurpassed for cutting and bouquets, blcom-
ing freely all summer and autumn if the flowers
are cut off and not allowed to go to seed.

America. A California seedling of great beauty.
Its color is a white ground, veined with carmine
scarlet, and one of the best variegated varieties
in existence. Per pkt.5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

Blanche Burpee. Pure white, of exquisite form
and immense size, having a bold, upright, shell-
shaped body, of great substance; a wonderfully
profuse bloomer. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts,

Blanche Ferry, Extra Early. Splendid large flow-
ers of perfect form and great substance, on long
stiff stem; standard crimson pink, wings blush
white; plant branchy and compact, blooming
early, long and profusely. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10
cts.

Blushing Beauty. Flowers of largest expanded
form, perfect in Shape, and of very good substance.
Color a delicate soft pink. A very lovely shade.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

Bronze King. Desirable for its unique and novel
combination of colors, Standards of a curious
terra cotta tint, supposed to be bronze; wings
ivory-white. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,

Countess of Radnor, Improved. (New Countess).
A great improvement on the popular Cowntess of
Radnor, as both standard and wings are a most
beautiful, clear, light lavender. It comes abso-
lutely true from seed, and is undoubtedly the best
lavender Sweet Pea. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

Captain of the Blues. Three large flowers on a
stem, light claret colored standards, wings at-
tractive blue, cast with purple. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 cts. “

Duchess of York. Flowers of the largest size and
moet distinct in color; white suffused with pink-
ish-purple. Largest expanded form; one of the
earliest to bloom. Per pkt. 5 cts., per oz. 10 cts.

Duke of Clarence. A very beautiful hooded var-
ety with flowers of the largest size. Color a bril-
liant shade of rosy-claret. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10
cts.

Emily Henderson. Pure white. A sport from
Blanche Ferry, with the very free-flowering habit
of that sort; often has three flowers on a stem.
The flowers are large. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

Firefly. Of the largest expanded form the flowers
are borne three on a stem; standards a deep bril-
liant scarlet, wings truly a fiery shade. Per pkt.
d cts., oz. 10 cts.

Katherine Tracy. Of large size, perfect form, and
beautiful. The color is soft but brilliant pink of
the same shade in wings and standard, retaining
its brilliancy to the last. Per pkt.icts., oz. 10cts.

Lady Penzance. The-standard isa beautiful laced
pink, touching orange, while the wings area dark
and purer pink. Truly a superb flower, of large
size, exquisite color, very striking and distiuct.
Per pkt. d cts., oz. 10 cts.

Lottie Eckford. Large, creamy-white flowers, dis-
tinctly marked with blue, wings and standards of
soft white edged with lavender-blue. Valuable
for forcing, Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

Mrs. Jos. Chamberlain. The flowers are enormous
and are generally produced three or four to a
stem. The color is a white ground, heavily
striped and flaked with bright rose; of fine form.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.

MIXED SWEET PEAS.

Eckford’s Hybrids or Large Flowering. Mixed
seed, from the best varieties introduced by this
celebrated grower. Flowers large, of good sub-
stance, exquisite and rich colors. Per pkt. 4cts.,
oz. 8 cts., 4 lb. 20 cts., lb. 65 cts.

Fine Mixed. A great variety of colors and will
give fine flowers of allshades, andtypes. Perpkt.
3 cts., oz. 6 cts., 44 lb. 15 ets., lb. 50 cts.

PERENNIAL PEAS.

These Hardy Everlasting Peas, grow about 6 feet
high; the flowers are borne in large clusters, from
pure white to dark-redincolor. They are beautiful,
and are very valuable from the fact that they are
in bloom early and bloom till late in fall. They
are perfectly hardy and will start up every spring;
showy and freely flowering plants, growing in any
common garden soil. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

COLLECTION OF SWEET PEAS. One packet each of the above 15
named varieties of Large Flowering Sweet Peas for 50 cts., or 1 oz. each

of the 15 varieties for $1.00.

Cole’s Reliable

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VEGETABLE ::_ SEEDS.

In this department we aim to list all the good Standard Varieties of Vegetables, and

many Novelties of recent introduction.

Every new and promising variety sent out is

tested on our trial grounds, to learn the merits of all varieties before offered to our

customers.

Our large ‘trade with market gardeners, together witn our extensive mail seed busi-
ness, is the best evidence tbat COLE’S TESTED SEEDS are UNRIVALED IN QUALITY.
We know that the seeds grown and supplied by us are the very best that it is possible to

procure. .
PACKET SEED DISCOUNT.

As an inducement to our customers to get their

neighbors and friends to club with them in sending their orders, we offer the following
liberal premiums on Seeds in Packets only, and at Catalogue prices:

For $l. aoe select packets | to the value of ae ie $1.25
Ba epee 2.50

“6 3.00, ee ee ee ee sé LOR ae Ss 3.80

For $ 4 00, select packets to the value of a Me $ 5.15

" 00, Be Pre Tas na ae 5.50
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The above club rates apply only to Seeds by the Packet, and are not allowed on seed

by the ounce, pound, pint or quart.

OTHER PREMIUMS. We also offer in place of Seeds either of the following pre-
miums, to anyone ordering Seeds to the amount of $1.00 in packets:

A copy of “ Feathered Pets,’ a treatise on the food, breeding and care of Canaries,

Parrots and other Cage birds; price 25 cts.

Or a year’s subscription to the “Agricultural Epitomist,” price 50 cts. per year.
Or for an order amounting to $3.00 of Seeds in packets, an Acme Seed Drill. See

description on page 79.
SEEDS POSTPAID BY MAIL.

Please bear in mind that our prices include a pre-

payment of postage by us on all seeds ordered by the packet, ounce, quarter pound,

pound or quart.
safe delivery by mail.

Thus you have only to send us the Catalogue price, and we guarantee

ASPARAGUS.

Ger. Spargel. Fr. Asperge.

Sew in March or April, in ricb soi]. Soak the
seed in warm water for 24 hours. Drill it thinly
in rows 1 foot apart. When 1 year old, trans-
plant into permanent beds, which should be
well and deeply manured. Set out the plants
eighteen inches apart each way and six inches
deep in sandy soil, and four inches deep in
heavy soil, but only put on 2 or three inches at
the time of planting and later gradually fill up
bed. On approach of winter clear off the bed
and cover with a dressing of manure or com-

post; fork up the beds early in the spring, and
apply a dressing of salt annually to the bed,
after the season of cutting—which is not only
beneficial to the plants, but will keep te bed
clear of weeds. A new bed should not be cut
over before the third year.

One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill,

THE PALMETTO. One of the largest and finest
varieties. Stalks frequently measure two
inches in diameter, and twelve inches long,
perfectly tender when cooked. Per pkt. 4 cts.,
oz. 8cts., 4 lb. 20 cts., Ib. 60 ets.

COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE. A new va-
riety which is sure to be in great demand be-
cause it produces white shoots which stay
white as long as fit for use It gives about
80 per cent of white plants from seeds: the
other can be rejected before transplanting. It
produces large. tender shoots, equal to any
other variety. Per pkt.5cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 lb.
20 cts., |b. 75 cts.

COLUMBIAN WHITE ROOTS. Two yearsold, by
mail, $1.25 per 100; by express, 75 cts. per 100.

PALMETTO ROOTS. Two vears old, by mail.
$1.25 per 100; by express, 75 cts. per 100; $6.00
per 1,000

18 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL

BEANS, Dwarf or Bush.

Ger. Bohne, Fr. Haricot.
One quart will plant 100 feet of drill.

DWARF, or Bush Beans, require no support,
and may be planted in hills or drills, the latter
way being preferred. Make the drills eighteen
inches apart, two inches deep, and drop the
beans four inches apart in the seed drill. Keep
clear of weeds, hoeing when dry. Beans are
tender annuals, and cannot be safely planted
till danger from frost is past. Plant every two
weeks for a succession.

Tf wanted by Bupress or Freight, deduct for postage,
8 cts, per pt,. 15 cts, per gt.

WAX-PODDED VARIETIES.

IMPROVED EARLY GOLDEN WAX — (Rust
Proof Strain). A great improvement on the
popular old ‘Golden Wax Bean. Early, the
pods are long, brittle, entirely stringless, and
of a golden wax color. As a snap bean it
excels nearly every other variety in tender-
ness and rich buttery flavor, while as a shell
bean it has no superiors. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.00, bu. $4.00.

EARLY PROLIFIC BLACK WAX. A popular
variety wherever known; the pods waxy yel-
low, solid, tender, and almost transparent,
stringless. Very early and productive. Per
ae 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. #1 00. bu.

EARLY WHITE WAX. The pods are waxy vel-
low, solid, tender, and seeds pure white. Asa
snap bean it is unrivaled. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00.

SADDLE-BACK WAX. This variety marks a
great improvement in Wax Beans, in combin-
ing handsome appearance for market and rare
quality for table use. The pod is large, long,
round, very full of meat, and is absolutely
stringless. When the pods are broken be-
tween the Beans there is no open space, and
can be sliced like a cucumber without showing
any hollow spaces. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts.,
qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25. bu. $5 00.

DAVIS KIDNEY WAX, The plant is a vigorous
grower. carrying the pods well up from the
ground. In productiveness it is astonishing,
as it will produce at least one-third more
bushels of pods to the acre than any other
Wax Bean, The pods are long, straight, oval,
of clear, waxy white color, and handsome,
often growing to a length of seven to eight inches,
and when fit for use, are quite stringless and of
fine flavor. Oneof the main points of superi-
ority over other sorts is its extreme hardiness
and shipping gualities. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20
cts., qt. 40 cts. pk. $1.25. bu.’ 84.50. =o

NEW VALENTINE WAX. Everyone knows
what a fine Bean the green-podded Valentine
is, and this is like it in quality, earliness and
productiveness. lt is without exception the
earliest Wax Bean. The pods are very meaty,
and with so very little string that they may
be justly called stringless. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
25 cts., qt. 45 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $4.50.

EARLY FLAGOLET WAX, or PERFECTION
WAX. This Bean is certain to please every-
one who plants it. Podsof a beautiful golden
color, often a foot in length, exceedingly ten-
der and succulent, and enormously pro-
ductive. Medium early and considered one of
the best. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts.,
pk. $1.25.

WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX, ‘‘his variety is
one of the earliest in cultivation. A strong
grower, very productive, very tender, and of
exceptionally fine flavor. It is very hardy.
The bean for market gardeners to grow; try
It. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk.
$1.00, bu. 84.00.

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IMPROVED RED VALENTINE BEAN.

GREEN-PODDED VARIETIES.

STRINGLESS GREEN POD. See Novelties.
IMPROVED EARLY RED VALENTINE—(Round

Pod Strain), Early, productive, tender, suc-
culent, and of excellent flavor, continuing
longer in the green state than most of the
varieties. This variety is often marketable in
six weeks from the time of sowing in May.
Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 ets., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.00,
bu. $3.50.

BEST OF ALL. This variety is one of the best

green podded bush beans. The pods are long,
very fleshy, succulent, stringless, and of rich
flavor; they are produced early, and are re-
garded as one of the most valuable beans for
market or family use. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20
ets., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.00, bu. $3.50.

EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE. The old Refugee

Bean is so well and favorably known that this
new variety will be quickly appreciated. It is
similar in every respect to the ordinary Refu-
gee, but it is nearly two weeks earlier. It is
enormously prolific, and is almost certain to
produce a crop, no matter how unfavorable
the season. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35
Gtss,) Dke i s1e25:

PROLIFIC TREE, This valuable variety for

field culture is the most prolific bean yet
known, growing 18 to 24 inches high, branch-
ing out in all directions. They yield from 50
to 60 bushels per acre. Plant in rows 3 feet
apart, one bean in a hill, 20 inches apart. Four
quarts are sufficient for an acre. Per pkt. 5
$e 60 pt. 20 cts., qt: 35 ets; pk i> Cis apul

IMPROVED WHITE NAVY. This variety can

profitably be grown to a much greater extent
than is now done, as it is of comparatively
easy culture, and one that certainly pays bet-
ter than most field crops. It ripens early,
before any danger from frosts in northern
bean growing latitudes, and often yields sixty
to eighty fold with ordinary field culture. Per

pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 ets., qt. 35 cts., pk. 75 ects.,
bu. $2.50. :

IMPROVED GOLDEN WAX BEAN.

COLE’S VEGETABLE SEEDS.

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Keeney’s Rustless
Golden Wax Bean.

“A strong-growing bush variety of re-
markable vigor and freedom from rust.
It sends out short tendrils on which pods
are formed in addition to those near the
central stock of the plant, which ac-
counts for its wonderful productiveness,
amounting, under favorable conditions,
to 100 to 150 fold. !

“The pods are meaty and well filled,
thick-flat when young, and semi-round
later; of rich yellow color and fine qual-
ity, and entirely stringless, even when
large enough to shell. If the pods are
picked as fast as formed, the plant con-

tinues to furnish a bountiful supply for
an unusually long season.”’

Bean growers have long felt the need
of a really Rustless Wax Bean, and the

quality alone will entitle it to high rank
if the ciaims of the introducers are sus-
tained in its general culture.

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a YOSEMITE MAMMOTH
WAX BUSH BEAN.

This wonderful wax variety is the
forerunner of a race of giants among
beans. The pods are nearly all solid
pulp and absolutely stringless, cook-
ing tender and delicious. The mon-
ster pods average 10 to 14 inches in
length, asshownin cut, and are a rich
golden in color, making a most hand-
some appearance either on the plant
or on the table. The Yosemite com-
bines size, productiveness and qual-
i} ity in one variety, and is the nearest
| approach to perfection in Wax Beans.
' The plant is a remarkably vigorous
ene, and if the pods are kept closely
picked, new ones will continue to be
ij produced, and a marvelously large
NW crop will be obtained. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25, bu.
$5.00.

REMEMBER, We pay the postage on
beans at these prices. Deduct 15 cents on
each quart if to be sent by express. *

ee

Price per pkt. 7 cts.. 3 pkts. 15 cts., pt. 25
cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00..

BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA.

This variety is universally cunceded to pe al-
together unique, and the MOST VALUABLE
NOVELTY OF THE AGH. It is the first and
only true bush form of the luscious large Lima
Bean. IT COMES ABSOLUTELY TRUE

FROM SEED. The bushes grow eighteen to
twenty inches high, of stout growth and always
erect, yet branching so vigorously that each
plant develops into a magnificent circular bush,
from two feet to three feet in diameter. The
bush character is thoroughly established. It is
an immense yielder, each bush bearing from 50
to 200 of the handsome large pods, well filled
with very large beans. Plant when soil be-
comes warm, in rows 2 feet apart and fully 12
inches between the plants. Pinch out the top
when about one foot high which will cause
plants to branch more. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25
CES. its .O0) Cisse. Up ke pie50:

HENDERSON’S BUSH LIMA.

This Bush Lima grows without aid of stakes

| or poles, in compact bush form, from 15 to 18 in.

high, and produces enormous crops of delicious

Lima Beans, which can be as easily gathered
as the common garden bush beans. It is at least
two weeks earlier than any of the climbing Lt!-
mas, and produces continuous crop from the
time it comes into bearing until frost, and being
erotmously productive, a very small patch will
‘keep a family supplied with this splendid veg-
etnb'e throughout the season. The beans are of
the size of the Small Lima, and of the same de-
ilcious quality as the Pole Lima. A fine va-
riety for market gardeners. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
25 ets., qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25.

20

BEANS, Pole or Running.

Ger. Stangen Bohnen. Fr. Haricots, arames.
One quart will plant 100 to 160 hills.

These are more tender and require rather
more care in culture, than the bush beans, and
should be sown two weeks later; they succeed
best in sandy loam, which should be liberally
enriched with manure. Form hills from three
to four feet apart; plant six to eight beans with
the eyes downward, in each hill, about two
inches deep, leaving a space in the center for
the pole. Limas will not grow until the weather
and ground are warm; if planted before they
are apt to rot in the ground.

GOLDEN CHAMPION. This is certain to be the
leading Early Wax Pole Bean, as it is earlier
than the Golden Cluster Wax Pole. The pods
resemble the Yosemite Wax in size and form;
color light yellow. They are absolutely
stringless and cook tender. Every garden
should contain the Golden Champion Pole
Bean. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 50 cts.

EXTRA EARLY LIMA. A fine variety, maturiog
two weeks earlier than the ordinary Lima.
In size, appearance and quality it is quite sim-
llar to the latter, but is much more prolific, the
beans averaging 5 to 7 per pod. It is practi-
cally the best Pole Lima in cultivation, being
available even in those sections where the
season is short. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt.
45 cts.

LARGE WHITE LIMA. By some known as But-
ter Bean. The seeds of this variety are very
large and broad, pure white, and rather full,
and come up best if planted with the eyes
down; this is undoubtedly the richest, most
buttery and delicious bean grown; fine flavor,
and is unsurpassed as a shell bean. Per pkt.
5 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 45 cts., pk. $1.50.

LAZY WIFE’S. This valuable bean has become
a great favorite wherever introduced. The
pods grow long, entirely stringless, and of a
rich, buttery flavor when cooked. The pods
remain green and retain their tender, rich
flavor until nearly ripe. The beans are white,
and are unsurpassed as a shell bean. Per pkt.
5 cts., pt 25 cts., qt. 50 cts.

OLD HOMESTEAD. This variety comes highly
recommended, very early. It is enormously
productive, the pods hanging in great clus-
ters from top to bottom of pole. It is entirely
stringless, and the pods are a silvery green
color. The pods, though large, cook tender
and melting, and we can recommend it as one
of the best green Pole Beans. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
pt. 25 cts., qt. 50 cts.

WHITE CREASEBACK, or BESTOF ALL. This
variety cannot be praised too highly. It is
exceedingly productive, the long pods being
produced all over the vines in clusters of
from four to twelve. The pods are perfectly
stringless, very fleshy, and as string beans are

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

TW

EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX. This variety

is claimed to be the finest Pole Bean in eculti-

vation. The pods retain their tenderness and
plumpness long after the beans have attained
a laige size. The pods are a beautiful golden
yellow, and are from six to eight inches long,
borne profusely in clusters of 4 to 6. Its cook-
ing qualities are excellent. Per pkt. 5 ets, pt.
30 cts., qt. 60 cts.

WHITE DUTCH CASEKNIFE. This is one of

the earliest sorts. Pods long and flat; beans

white, fiat, kidney-shaped, and of excellent
flavor; used for snaps or shelled; good green
or dry; an abundant bearer, and well adapted
for winter use. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 ets., qt.
45 cts.

CUT SHORT, or CORN HILL. An old variety.

very popular for planting among corn, and it

will give a good crop without the use of poles;
vines medium, pods short, cylindrical and ten-
der; beans nearly oblong, cut off diagonally at
the ends, white, covered at one end with red-
dish brown dots. Per pkt. 5 ets., pit. 25 cts.,
qt. 50 cts.

HORTICULTURAL or SPECKLED CRANBERRY

An old and popular variety. Pods long and

broad, pale green, dashed with red. Green
beans, large egg-shaped and of the highest
quality; the dry beans are very superior for
baking or stewing. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts.,
qt. 45 cts.

YARD LONG, or CUBAN ASPARAGUS BEAN.

This is quite a curiosity. It is a pole bean
with dark green foliage, and pods growing
two feet and upward in length. The pods, of
such extraordinary length, are produced very
abundantly. Per pkt, 5 cts., pt. 50 cts.

Extras and New Varieties

thrown in with all orders of

of superb quality. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts.,
qt. 45 cts. | $1.00 and Over.

COLE’S BEET SEED. 21

BEET.

Ger. Runkel Rube. Fr. Betterave.
One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill.

The soil which is best suited for the culture of
the beet is that which is rather light, provided
that it is thoroughly enriched with manure. For
an early supply sow in spring, as soon as the
ground becomes fit to work; about the middle
of May for general crop, in drills eighteen inches
apart and one and a half inches deep. As the
plants grow, thin four to six inches in the drills.
The young plants make excellent greens. The
seed will germinate more freely if soaked in
warm water for twenty-four hours before sow-
ing; keep free from weeds by hand weeding o»
hoeing. In October the roots may be taken up
and stored in cellar or put in pits outside like
potatoes, care being taken that they are not
bruised or injured in the process. From four to
six pounds will sow an acre.

NEW COLUMBIA. -See Novelties.

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CROSBY'S IMPROVED EGYPTIAN BEET.

CROSBY’S IMPROVED EGYPTIAN. The earli-
est Beet in the market. A selection from that
old market beet, Karly Egyptian,which retains
the earliness of the parent stock, and hasaddea
thickness, giving it a more desirable shape;
it is the deepest red, almost black in colo,
and is of finer quality than the Egyptian, be-
ing sweeter and even more tender and
smoother. The most desirable sort for small
beets for early market. A great favorite
among market gardeners. Per pkt. 5 cts., 02.
10 ects., % Ib. 25 cts.. Ib. 70 ets.

DARK RED EGYPTIAN TURNIP. The old
standard sort. being from ten to twelve days
earlier than the old Blood Turnip. The roots
are large in size, and of a rich, deep crimson
color. From the smallness of the tops more
can be grown on the same space than any
other variety. Per pkt. 4 cts.. oz. 8 cts., %4 Ib.
18 ets.. lb. 50 ets.

ECLIPSE. This variety is nearly as early as
the Egyptian, and better. Grows very smooth,
short top, sweet and tender, red flesh. Its
extreme earliness, and heavy cropping quali-
ties, will recommend it to all market garden-
ers. TPer pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 15 cets.,
Ib. 50 ets.

EDMAND’S EARLY TURNIP. This variety is
the most thoroughbred, with the smallest tops.
mest uniform roots, and of superior quality.
Of handsome round shape, very deep blood-red
in color, and exceedingly sweet and tender in
quality. They mature early, and have given
the very best satisfaction as a bunch beet.
rer pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., % lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50
ets.

MARKET GARDENERS’ BEET.

MARKET GARDENERS’. This variety is an
ideal ‘‘Market Gardener’s’’ Beet, with small
tap-root and but few fibrous roots; color deep
blood-red. When cooked they are dark red,
fine grained and unsurpassed in quality. One
sowing only is necessary to produce early
beets for market and main crop for winter
use, which is not the case with any other va-
TIGL Ven bie On CLES OZ.) CLOMCES: 4D a >t GES:
Ib. 75 ets.

EARLY BLOOD TURNIP. The standard early
sort. Blood-red, turnip-shaped, with small
top and tap-root; very tender, and good for
early use and late keeping. Per pkt. 5 cts, oz.
8 ets., % Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 45 ets.

BASTIAN’S HALF LONG BLOOD. An excellent
half early garden variety, sweet and well
flavored and a good keeper; of a half-long
shape; also an excellent yariety for winter
use. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4% lb. 15 ets.,
Ib. 50 cts.

LONG SMOOTH DARK BLOOD. A long, smooth
winter variety, growing to a good size, half
out of the ground; color dark blood-red, sweet,
tender and keeps well, and is considered the
best for winter use. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 ets.,
¥% |b. 15 ets., Ib. 50 ets.

SWISS CHARD, SILVER OR SEA KALE BEFT.
This variety is grown for its leaves only; the
middle of the leaf is cooked and served in the
same way as Asparagus; the other portions of
the leaf are used like Spinach. It is grown
extensively in many European countries, and
considered there indispensable, and shoulda
have more extended culture here. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 10 ets., % lb. 20 ets., Ib. 60 ects.

EDMAND’S TURNIP BEET.

= COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

|
SUGAR BEETS AND MAN- |

GEL WURZEL.

The following varieties are valuable for stock
feeding. We can honestly urge our friends to
plant them in quantity; they give immense
crops, are easily raised, harvested and kept
through the winter. The results from their use
are wonderful, and are clearly shown in the
improved health and condition of animals, the
increased yield of milk in cows, and the great
saving in hay and corn. Sow in drills 30 inches
apart, on rich, well prepared ground early in
spring. Cultivate well and thin to 8 inches in
the row. For winter, store in pits or cellar as
soon as heavy frost is feared. From four to six
pounds will sow an acre.

A treatise entitled ‘‘“MANGEL WURZELS AND SU-
GAR BEETS AND THEIR CULTIVATION” Jor 30 cts.

LANE’S IMPERIAL SUGAR. The most popu-
lar beet raised for feedng cows or young
stock, and contains a greater percentage of
sugar than the ordinary variety. From thirty
to forty tons have been raised on an acre.
Per 0z. 3 cis.. 4 ib. Lo "cts. rb) 40) cts.;: not
prepaid. 5 Ibs. $1.25, 10 Ibs. $2.50.

FRENCH SUGAR RED TOP. The most gen-
erally grown sort in France, as it combines
with heavy yield a good percentage of sugar.
It has produced 30 tons of beets to the acre,
and contains from 10 to 138 per cent of
sugar, the largest yields ever known to have
been obtained with this varety. Per oz. 5
cets., 1% Ib. 15 ects., Ib: 35 cts:; not prepaid.
5 Ibs. $1.25, 10 lbs. $2.00.

GOLDEN TANKARD MANGEL.

IMPROVED MAM-

MOTH LONG
RED MANGEL.
—Also called

Norbiton Giant,
Colossal andJum-
bo Mangel.—The
heaviest crop-
ping and best
long Mangel.
This mammoth
variety grows
to an immense
size, single
roots weighing
30 to 50 Ibs.
each, and al-
ways of very
fine texture
and good qual-
ity. It has
produced from
60 to 75 tons
per acre, and is
most valuable
for stock feed-
ing. Per oz. 5
ets., % Ib. 15
GES2 a Dao RES
Not prepaid, 5
Ibso7 S25 s a LO
Ips. $2.25

MAMMOTH MANGEL WURZEL.

NEW GIANT YELLOW INTERMEDIATE, It

has a magnificent root, and is easily lifted
from the ground; produces enormous crops,
and has proven itself to be a most excellent
keeper. It grows more than half above
ground, is remarkably even in shape, rather
elongated in form, and of most vigorous habit
of growth. Fine neck and smooth skin. Pe?
oz. 5 cts., % Ib. 15 ects!, Ib: 35 ctsis Notrpre-
paid, 5 Ibs. $1.25, 10 Ibs. $2.25.

GOLDEN TANKARD. The best type of inter-

mediate Mangel; small top, smooth, very solid
flesh of a deep yellow color, nutritious in milk
producing qualities; admits of close culture,
and a heavy cropper; 75 tons have been grown

on an acre. Per oz. 5 cts., % lb. 15 cts., Ih 35
cts. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. $1.25, 10° Ibs: 9$2225.

KLEIN-WANZLEBEN, This kind is eultivat-

ed on a larger scale than any other Sugar
Beet. The root is conical, straight and even.
quite large at the head and rapidly tapering.
It is easy to dig, a heavy yielder, and con-
tains from 13 to 15 per cent. of sugar. Great-

ly esteemed by sugar manufacturers. Per 02.
9 cts., 4% Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 40 cts. Not prepaid,
» Ibs. $1.50, 10 Ibs. $2.50.

COLLECTION OF MANGELS. One ounce each of

the above six varieties for 25 cts., 4 lb. of
each for 75 cts., 1 lb. of each for $2.00, post-
paid, or $1.50 by express.

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CARROT.

Ger. Mohren. Fr. Carrotte.
One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill.

The Carrot, like other root crops, delights in
a sandy loam, richly tilled. For early crop sow
in spring, as soon as the ground is in good work:
ing order; for later crops they may be sown any
time until the middle of June. Sow in rows
about fifteen inches apart, thinning out to three
or four inches between the plants. In field cul.
ture, when grown for horses and cattle, the
rows should be two feet apart, so that the crop
can be worked by the horse cultivator. As Car-
rot seed is slow to germinate, all precautions
must be taken. It takes from two to three
pounds to sow an acre.

A treatise entitled ‘*CARROTS — How to Grow
Them,” by mail prepaid for 30 cts.

EARLY SCARLET HORN. One of the earliest
varieties; color deep orange, fine grained and DANVER’S HALF-LONG CARROT.

agreeably flavored; top small; it is the best I
for the table, and will grow very well on thin | HALF-LONG DANVERS. A valuable variety,

soil. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4 Ib. 25 cts., of rich, dark orange color, very smooth and
Ib. 75 cts. handsome, in form midway between the Long
Orange and the Harly Horn, and very pro
ductive. Under the best cultivation it has
yielded from twenty to thirty tons per acre.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4 lb. 20 cts , 1b. 70 cts.

BORECOLE, or KALE.

Ger. Blatter-Kohl. Fr. Chou. Vert.

The Kales are excellent as greens for-winter
and spring use. The crown or center of the
head cut off so as to include the leaves is the
eatable part. They are more hardy than cab-
bage, and are improved by frost, but the time
and manner of sowing and the culture are iden-

tical with cabbage.

OX-HEART CARROT. | MOSS CURLED HALF DWARF OR SCOTCH
OX-HEART, or GUERANDE. This variety is This new and beautiful variety originated In

one of the most valuable, either for family
use or market. It is intermediate between the
half long and horn varieties, attaining a diam-
eter of 3 to 4 inches at the neck, good shape
and rich orange color. The flesh is fine
grained and has little or no core. Per pkt.
5 cts., 0Z. 8 cts., % Ib. 25 cts., 1b. 80 cts.

CHANTENAY. This is of a rich, dark orange
color. half Jong, stump rooted, has an extra
large shoulder, and is easily dug. The stock
has been so well bred that the carrots are
almost duplicates of each other. It is very
productive, smooth. and of fine texture, Me-
dium early, and avery good market carrot.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % 1b. 25 ets., lb. 75 ets.

IMPROVED LONG ORANGE." The standard
late variety, handsome and uniform in shape.
of large size, and deep rich orange color. Itis
a good keeper, of fine quality for table use,
and highly nutritious for stock. Per pkt. 5
cts., oz, 8 ets., 4 lb. 20 cts.. 1b. 70 ets

LARGE WHITE BELGIAN. A very productive
field variety. Grows about one-third out of
the ground, and is easily gathered; grown
largely for stock. Per pkt. 4cts., oz. 7 ets',%4
1b 20 cts., 1b. 50 cts.

LARGE WHITE VOSGES. This is a field carrot,
and especially suitable for soils that are not
very deep; it is productive, easily pulled and
keeps well. It is very broad at the neck:
one of the very best carrots for cattle feed-
ing. Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 8 cts., % lb. 20 cts.
lb. 50 cts.

France, where it is fast becoming popular
with the gardeners. It is between the dwarf

and tall varieties, with yellowish green, finely
fringed leaves. It is the handsomest and most
ornamental variety we have ever seen and is
extremely hardy. Market gardeners, try it.
Seen 5 cts 02.10 cts!) 44 ibs. 30Netss, ib:

BORECOLE.

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-§ CABBAGE.

Ger. Kopf-Kohl. Fr. Chou Pommer
One ounce will produce 2,000 plants, and sow about 40 square feet.

The requirements for a good crop are rich soil, deep plowing, high manuring, good seed and
thorough after culture. For early use, sow seed of the early kinds in the hot-bed, or in a box in
the house, early In February, and transplant them in the open ground in April, in rows two
feet apart and eighteen inches between the plants in a row; or sow in a seed-bed outside as
soon as the svil can be worked, if you do not care for real early cabbage. These may be trans-
planted in about four weeks. For second early cabbage, sow in April and transplant in May.
For late cabbage, sow in May and transplant In June, in rows three feet apart and two feet
apart ir the row. In transplanting cabbage or cauliflower it is important that the plant is
set down to the first leaf, that the stem may not be injured in case of frost; be careful not
to cover the heart of the plant. Hoe every week and stir the ground deep. As they advance
in growth, draw a little earth to the plants until they begin to head. To prevent the split-
ting or bursting of cabbage, go frequently over the ground and start every cabbage that
appears about to mature, by pushing them over sideways, which breaks some of the roots and
checks its growth. To prevent the attacks of cabbage fly on small plants dust thoroughly
with plaster, air-slacked lime, or wood ashes freely over the young plants. For the cabbage
worm, try ‘‘Slug Shot.’’

Our Cabbage Seed is grown from high-bred selected stocks, of the best American grown.
varieties. The purchase of cheap Cabbage Seed is the poorest investment in the world; the
failure can never be known until an entire season’s labor and outlay is lost.

A treatise, entitled ‘*CABBAGE,” and how to grow them, by mail prepaid for 30 cents.

Mis (ITS

HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER CABBAGE.

EARLY JERSEY WAKDFIELD.

EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. Many experi-
enced market gardeners consider this the very
best ** First Early Uabbage.” It is certainly
deserving of its great popularity, and is
vrown for market more extensively than any
other early cabbage. It has been our aim to
have the very finest strain of so important a
variety and we can recommend our seed as
sure to give’ satisfaction. It heads up
remarkably hard and solid: having few out-
side leaves the plants can be set close
together. The heads are of excellent quality
and of large size for so early a cabbage.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., \% Ib. 50 cts., lb.
$1.75.

EXTRA EARLY EXPRESS, This variety is a
few days ahead of any other early sort. It has

grown a head fit for the market in 80 days

from sowing of the seed. Has few outside
loose leaves, and almost every plant forms a
fine head, and can be planted close together.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., % lb. 50 ets., Ib
$1.50

EARLY WINNINGSTADT, One o? the best in
cultivation for general use. It comes both

early and late; is remarkably solid and hard,

even in summer, and keeps well in hot or
cold weather. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 15 cts., ™%
Ib. 50 ets., Ib. $1.50.

HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER. This variety
is deservedly popular with market gardeners.
It forms large, solld, round, flattened, com-
pact heads, of excellent quality. The heads
average over double the size of the Jersey
Wakefield, while it matures only 10 or 12 days

later. The leaves turn into the head so com-

pletely that about twelve thuusana plants may

be set to the acre, making a very profitable

roe seer pkt. 5 ets., oz. 20 cts., 4 Ib. 50 ets..
. «fo.

FOTTLER’S IMPROVED BRUNSWICK. This
is the earliest and the best Second Barly
variety of the large, hard-headed Drum-

heads, and is most excellent for second early
or summer, and is also admirably adapted
for fall and winter. Heads often weigh

from twenty to thirty pounds each; very hard
and firm, and quality very fine. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0%. 15 cts., 4 Ib. 50 ets., Ib. $1.75:

ALL SEASONS, or VANDERGAW. Nearly as

early and as good as Early Summer, but yield-

Ing heads from a third to a half as large again.
An excellent variety, either for early or fali
use; hence its name, ‘‘All Seasons.”’ In quat-

ity no cabbage can surpass it: while in Sweet,

Pes vei rich soe it ranks equal to the
x-heart class. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 é

Ib. 50 cts., Ib. $1.75. . ee

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ALL-HEAD EARLY CABBAGE.

ALL-HEAD EARLY. [In this new variety we
have an excellent second early cabbage,
which is not only All-Head but never fails

to head under any circumstances. The great
advantage of having an early cabbage that
is sure to produce a large,solid crisp head.
and one that wi!l answer for an early or late
variety, can well be appreciated. It is the
earliest of all large cabbages and will adapt
itself to any soil or climate. Per pkt. 5 ects..
oz. 20 cts., 4 1b. 60 ets.. Ib. $2.00.

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SUCCESSION CABBAGE.

HENDERSON’S SUCCESSION. This variety

follows ten days after the Early Summer.
and differs from that in forming heads at
least one-third heavier, while at the same
time it can be planted nearly as_ close.
This variety will be largely grown to come
in for mid-summer use: also valuable as a
fall and winter variety; as its sclid heads
make it an excellent keeper. Per pkt. 5 cts..
oz. 20 ets.. % Ib. 50 cts.. Ib. $1.75.

FILDERKRAUT, A German variety which has

proved in this country to be a valuable sort.
It is equally good for early or late use, and
heads up with few side leaves. This cabbage
is so solid that it is in some measure proof
against worms. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 ets..
14 Nb? 50" “ets.

HARD-HEADING, or LUXEMBURG. This vari-

ety makes a very hard head of good size
and extraordinary weight, and is remark-
able for its keeping qualities when buried
over winter. It is the best sort for late spring
sales after all the other sorts are gone, when
it commands a high price, owing to its dark
green color, size and quality. It is, no doubt,
one of the most profitable sorts to grow and
every gardener should have it. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 20 ets., %4 Ib. 60 cts., Ib. $2.25.

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SUREHEAD CABBAGE.

SUREHEAD. This variety is unrivaled to-day,
being pronounced by thousands of growers
the surest heading and best main crop cab-
bage. The demand from all parts of
America for this famous cabbage is steadily
increasing. No other cabbage has elicited so
many voluntary expressions of praise. Per
pkt. 5 ets., oz. 20 cts., % Ib. 60 ets.. Ib. $2.00.

LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD. This is a large
fall or winter variety, with broad, flat or
round heads, short stumps, and an excellent
keeper; grown extensively for shipping pur-
poses. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4% Ib. 50
cts., Ib. $1.50.

PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH CABBAGE.
PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH. As a variety for

the winter market it has no superior, and
IS more extensively grown than any other.
Heads large, bluish green, round, solid, broad
and flat on top; they open wide and crisp.
are tender and well flavored. One of the
very best to keep. With good cultivation on
moist, rich ground, ninety-five in a hundred
will head up hard and fine. Per pki. 5 ¢cts..
oz. 15 ets, 4b. 50 cts Ibs $1250:

LARGE RED DRUMHEAD. Large. round in
shape, deep color and remarkably hard and
solid. Hither for pickling or table use there
is no better variety of red cabbage. Per pkt.
5 cts., oz. 20 ets., 1% lb. 60 cts., Ib. $2.00.

EARLY BLOOD RED ERFURT. An early
variety, equally good for pickling and table
use. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 lb. 60 ets..
Ib. $2.00.

AMERICAN DRUMHEAD SAVOY. Closely
approaching the Cauliflower in delicacy and
delicious flavor. The best of all the Savoys
for general market or home use. It has a
short stump, grows to a large size, is com-
pact and solid, and a good header. Per pkt.
5) Gis: OZ? CUS; {4a b woOLGES ADs oleta:

For other varieties of Cab-

bage, see page 26 and Novel-
ties.

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/HEasuP TON. CABBAGE,

This new variety originated on Long
Island with a large cabbage seed grower.
It is certainly a very fine strain, and worthy
of extended trial.

The introducer says: I am proud to intro-
duce to the American gardening public such
a thorcughbred late cabbage that will in
every way surpass every sort heretofore
grown. It has demonstrated itself to be the
truest to type, most regular in growth, not
only in small tests trials, but in field trials
embracing every known variety of cabbage.
Its growth is particularly strong and vigor-
ous; its color a dark, bluish green, indi-
cating robust constitution. In this new
cabbage we feel that we have secured the
perfection of type and reliability of heading

which are the desirable features of all cab-bages, and without the sacrifice of the strong
constitution which insures vigorous growth and enables the plant to resist unfavorable con-
ditions. In point of maturity it is about a week in advance of the various strains of the
Late Flat Dutch. It matures very evenly, is reliable and uniform about heading, is an excel-
lent keeper, and for all purposes of the farmer or market gardener, we believe it will be
found one of the best late main crop cabbages.

Price per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 44 1b. 50 cts., lb. $1.75.

World-Beater Gabbage.

The Largest Cabbage and the Hardiest
Heading Cabbage in Cultivation.

The World-Beater, or Autumn King, is wni- ¥
formly true to type, and sure to head hard—‘‘solid
as arock.” The large, broad heads are very thick
through, slightly rounded at the top; fine
grained and tender—more so than any other
large cabbage. Stalk short, foliage compact,
dark green. witha purplisb-brown tinge. I[tisa
a rapid grower, and while it will well repay
good treatment, yet it does not require specia!
culture to develop. Per pkt, 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.,
144 lb. 60 cts.

WORLD-BEATER CABBAGE.

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Mammoth Rock Red
Cabbage.

This is the largest and hardiest heading read
cabbage in cultivation. Successful Long Island
market gardeners will raise no other kind of
red cabbage, for they consider this the best of
all. The heads frequently average twelve
pounds each, and is a very sure cropper. if you
want as fine red cabbage as you ever saw, you
must sow ROCK RED, for it absolutely leads
every other red sort. This variety is the first
red cabbage introduced of American origin,

Per pkt. 5 ects. 3
MAMMOTH ROCK RED CABBAGE, $2.00 ee SO Shee % Wb. 60 cts., Ib.

CELERY.

Ger. Selleric. Fr. Celeri.
One ounce will produce 4,000 plants.

This is one of the best, if not the finest, of
salad plants. Although largely grown at the
present time, still its production should be
greatly increased. It may be grown in any gar-
den with very little labor. Sow seed during
March or April in hot-bed, or in a box in the
house. or in the open ground in moist, rich soil.
When sowr in the open ground it vegetates
slowly. When the plants are four to six inches
high, trarsplant in rows three feet apart and
six inches apart in the rows. Earth up to blanch
three or four times during their growth, taking
care that no earth falls in the center of the
plant. Take up the plants late in the fall, just
before winter sets in, and remove to the cellar
and cover with sand or earth, for future use.

An essay entitled, “CELERY CULTURE,” by mail
prepaid, 40 cts.

NEW PINK PLUME. The stocks of this mag-
nificent new Celery are of clear, creamy white,
shaded with a beautiful, delicate pink. In
flavor, it is sweeter than any other. Red Celery.
It has the long keeping qualities for which
the red Celeries are noticeable, and the faint
tint of pink makes it wonderfully attractive
for table use. It has no tendency to rust.
and owing to its white tops matures and
blanches as early as the famous White Plume.

WHITE PLUME CELERY.

WHITE PLUME. Each year adds to the popu-
larity and value of this variety. Like the
Golden Self-Blanching, it requires very little
earthing up to blanch it. Its eating qualities
are equal to the very best other sorts, being
erisp, solid and of a rich nutty flavor. Itisa
good keeper up to the holiday season, and for
early use. is more extensively grown for mar.
ket than any other sort. Pér pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 20
cts., % lb. 60 ets., Lb. $2.00.

GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING. This fine va-
riety with its rich, golden yellow color, its

PINK PLUME CELERY.

close habit and compact growth, and the
readiness with which it is bleached and
rendered marketable, make it invaluable

to the gardener and exceedingly popular
with every planter. The entire stalk is solid,
erisp, and although not as early, a much bet-
ter keeper than the White Plume. Per pkt. 5
ets., oz. 20 cts., % Ib. 75 cts., lb. $2.50.

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GIANT PASCAL CELERY.

GIANT PASCAL. This late variety of celery
is a selection from the Golden Self-Blanch-

ing, and adds to the general good qual-
ities of its parent, superior keeping qualities.
The stocks are very large, thick, solid, crisp,
and of a rich nutty flavor, free from any trace
of bitterness; it blanches very easily, and
quickly and retains its freshness a long time
after being marketed. The heart is golden
yellow, and very fuli. mor mid-winter and
early spring use, cannot be excelled. Per pkt.
5 cets., oz. 20 cts., %4 lb. 60 ets.

NEW ROSE. In this variety we have a combi-
nation of the best qualities of Celery. The red

sorts far surpass the white in flavor and keep-
ing qualities, and in their coloring features
renders them valuable as a table ornament.
This sort should be largely grown. as it is
crisp, nutty and of fine flavor. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 20 cts., % lb. 60 ets.

DWARF GOLDEN HEART. Inthisgreatcelery
growing districts this variety is planted to

the exclusion of almost all others. When
blanched the heart is of a waxy golden yellow,
rendering it a most attractive and showy va-
riety: entirely solid, of excellent flavor, and
one of the best keepers during the winter. Per
pkt. 5 ets., oz. 15 cts.. % Ib. 50 ects.. Ib. $1.50.

WHITE SOLID. A large-sized, vigorous grow-
ing variety, stalk white, round, very crisp.

perfectly solid, and of superior flavor. Gooe
for market and general use. Per pkt. 4 ets.,
oz. 15 ets., % lb. 50 ects., lb. $1.50.

CELERIAC, or TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY. A

yariety of Celery having turnip-shaped roots,
which may be cooked and sliced and used with
vinegar, making a most excellent salad. It is
more hardy, and may be treated in the same
manner as celery. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

OLD CELERY SEED. For flavoring soups,

pickles, etc. Per oz. 5 cts., % Ib. 15 cts., Ib.
0 cts

CAULIFLOWER.

Ger. Blumen Kohl. Fr. Chou Fleur.

One ounce will produce 2,000 plants.
Cauliflower ought to receive a similar treat.
ment to Cabbage, except that it requires an ex-
tra rich soll, an occasional application of liquid
manure and frequent watering, especially when
heading. Earl- sorts in this latitude are mostly
sown in January or February In hot-beds, trans-
planted once before setting in open ground, and
finally transplanted before the middle of April
in rich, deeply worked soil, 2 feet by 15 inches
apart. Late sorts are sown and cultivated like
late cabbage. When heading tie the top leaves

together to protect from exposure to the sun.

CAULIFLOWER EARLY SNOWBALL.

EARLY SNOWBALL. Very early and reliable
in heading. Of dwarf-habit, with very short
outer leaves, allowing it to be planted close
together. We can recommend this variety to
gardeners as one of the very best early Cauli-
flowers. Our stock is the true strain. Per pkt.
20 cts., % oz. $1.00, oz. $2.00.

EARLY DWARF ERFURT,. One of the best in
general cultivation, for forcing and open
ground; very dwarf; leaves small; heads large
and firm; pure white and delicious. Ver pkt.
10 cts., % oz. 65 cts., oz. $1.25.

HALF EARLY PARIS. Oneof the most popular
varieties in cultivation; heads very white,
compact, of delicious flavor, sure to head and
good for an early or late variety. Ver pkt. 5
cts., % oz. 30 cts., 0z. 60 cts.

LENORMAND’S SHORT STEMMED. A supe-
rior variety with fine, large, well-formed
heads, very early, hardy, and stands dry
weather. The curd is very close and uniform,
and well protected by leaves, which render it
desirable for early and late use. Per pkt.
5 cts., % oz. 30 cts., oz. 60 cts.

CHICORY.

Ger. Chichoric, Fr. Chicoree,

Pursue the manner of. cultivation as for car-
rots. If to be used as a salad, blanch the leaves
by covering so as to exclude the light. If raised
for its root, dig about the same time as carrots,
wash the roots and then slice them either way,
and dry them thoroughly by artific’al heat.

LARGE ROOTED. Used to mix with. or as a
substitute for coffee. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8
cts., % lb. 20 cts., Ib. 75 ets.

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CRESS, or Peppergrass.,

Ger. Kress. Fr. Cresson.

A very useful and healthful salad plant; can
be used alone or mixed with lettuce or other
salads for which it is prized; it is also used for
garnishing. Sow seed early In spring, rather
thickly, in shallow drills, one foot apart, in the
open ground; for a succession, sow at short
intervals throughout the season.

UPLAND CRESS. This is a hardy perennial,
thriving on any soil, and is the first to make
its appearance in early spring. It grows very
rapidly. The young and tender leaves can be
eaten raw, or as a salad, or when the leaves
become large, boiled as greens. In taste It Is
very pleasant, having the flavor of the Water
Cress, and is agreeable to all. Per pkt. 5 ets.,
oz. 35 cts.

FINE CURLED. This little salad will bear cut-
ting several times; used mixed with lettuce
its leaves impart an agreeable, warm, pungent
taste. Per pkt. 3 cts., oz. 6 cts., % Ib. 15 ets.
Ib. 50 cts.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS.

Ger. Rosen Kohl.

This plant grows two or three feet high anda
produces from the sides of the stalk numerous
little sprouts, one or two inches in diameter,
resembling cabbages. The leaves should be
broken down in the fall, to give the little cab-
bages room to grow. They are very tender and
sweet after early frost. The small heads are
boiled and served in the manner of cabbages.
Sow in seed-bed in May, transplant and culti-
vate like cabbage.

IMPROVED DWARF. One of the best and lead-
Ing varieties. Per pkt. 4 ets., oz. 15 ets.

POP CORN.

WHITE RICE — (Monarch),

variety grown. It

Fr. Chou. de Bruxelles,

The best white
bears from three to six
ears per stalk. Always brings the best price
in the market. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. BOaets:,
pk. $1.00.

MAPLEDALE PROLIFIC. The most prolific
Variety grown, a single stalk having yielded
eighteen The kernels are nearly clear
White in color; the stalks grow six feet high;
the
inches.
Per pkt.
SLO,

QUEEN’S GOLDEN. Oolor of a peculiar lus-
trous golden yellow, and when popped of a
rich cream color. Very prolific. Kernel and
ear large; very tender. Per pkt. 5cts., pt. 20
cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.00.

qt. 35 cts.;

ears,

ears are large in size, averaging six
It pops white, and is of good quality.
> cts., pt. 20 cts., gt. 35 Giger

If large quantities of bulk seed
are wanted, special prices on
application. % 2% wo uo wt me

COLE’S SWEET CORN.

SWEET CORN.

Ger. Welskoren. Fr. Mais.
One quart will plant 200 hills.

The Sweet or Sugar varieties being liable to
rot in cold or wet ground, should not be plantea
before May, or until the ground has become
warm, and for a succession plant every two
weeks, until the middle of July, in rich, well-
manured ground, in hills three feet apart each
way, covering about an inch, and thin out to
three plants to a hill, or plant in rows four feet
apart, and to stand eight inches apart in the
rows.

If wanted by Eupress or Freight, deduct for post
agé 5 cts. per pt., 10 cts. per qt.

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FIRST-OF-ALL CORN.

FIRST-OF-ALL. The Earliest Sweet Corn in
Cultivation. Ripening a week earlier than
Cory and ears larger and of superior quality,
sweet and of delicious flavor. Extremely

valuable to peed gardeners for first early.
Per pkt. 5 cts., . 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. 75

s., bu. $2.00.

EXTRA EARLY CORY — (White Cob Strain).
Excepting the V/irst-of-All, this is the very
best extra early sweet corn grown. Ears
medium size, large grain, sweet and of fine

quality. Desirable for private or market gar-
den. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts..
pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.00.

FORDHOOK EARLY. This is the largest
eared early Corn, averaging in length fullv
seven inches. The grains and cob are pure
white. The ears are eight-rowed with verv
small cobs and unusually deep grains. The

quality is excellent, decidedly sweeter than
any other early Sweet Corn. For large.
white ears, Sweetness, and the length of
time it remains fit for use, FORDHOOK
EARLY will now take first place as one of
the finest extra early Sweet Corns for both
the market gardener and private planter.
Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk
75 cts

CROSBY’S EARLY. A most excellent variety
remarkably early and of the best flavor.
Ears of medium size, ten or twelve rowed.

grain very thick and sweet. A fine market
variety. This is the sort so largely grown
in Maine for canning. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 35 cts.. pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.25.

EARLY CHAMPION. The earliest large

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Sweet Corn. Produces ears ten inches long
in 60 days. This new variety is, without
question, the earliest large Sweet Corn
yet introduced, being only a few days

later than the first early small sorts. Fars
nearly as large as the Mammoth tweive-
rowed; pure white kernels, with medium
sized white cob: very sweet,
full of milk, yielding from two to three ears
to the stalk. Per. pkt:).5 .ctsi,. pt. 20: :cts..
qt. 35 cts., pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.25.

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NONE SUCH SUGAR. This new variety is one

of the Finest Sweet Corns in cultivation. It

will please a lover of delicious, meaty Swee:

Corn, and will suit the most exacting cus-
tomer. Medium early, coming in after the
second earlies, of extra strong growth, stalks

and cobs of a beautiful ink color, grain white,

ears large, twelve to fourteen rowed: won-
derfully productive. Perm pk, omers-s pt. 720
cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.25.

COUNTRY GENTLEMAN. This excellent
variety is regarded the sweetest corn
grown. It is pre-eminently an _ epicure
variety, being the sweetest and most tender
of all. The ears are medium, cob small, ker-
nels of extraordinary depth, pearly white-
ness. It is very productive, bearing from two
to four ears on the stalk. It matures medium
to late. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts..
pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.00.

THE HONEY. No variety ever introduced has
elicited from gardeners such enthusiastic
praise. The husks and stalks are of a red
color during growth, while the corn itself is
of a beautiful cream white, with deep grain
and small cob. A productive variety, bear-

ing three to four good large ears to a stalk.
growing vigorously and coming in medium:

as

early. No garden is complete without it. Per
pkt. o cts., pt. 20 ets., qt. 35 cts., pk. 60 cts.,
bu. $2.00.

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. This variety is
more largely planted than any other, being
the general favorite with canners and market

gardeners for late use. It is very productive.
the ears are of large size, grains deep,
exceptionally tender and sugary, and remain
for a long time in an edible condition. This
variety is necessary to every garden. Our

stock is very fine and specially recommended.

PeGipkt. oO cts:. pt. 20. Cts,, /qt-. 30 ers pk.
60 cts., bu. $2.00.
ZIGZAG EVERGREEN. A new variety

resembling Country Gentleman, but yielding

larger ears. Many of the stalks bear_two
ears: the kernels usually run zigzag down

the cob, whence its name. It is remarkablv
sweet and for this reason is becoming a great
favorite among the canning factories of the
West. Also one of its most valuable charac-
teristics is the long time it stands on the
stalk in good condition for the table, a fact
which increases its value both for home
use and as a market crop. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
0) ets. at. 3d cts:, pk: 60) (cis; bu: $2.00.

MAMMOTH SUGAR. This produces the largest
ears of any Sweet Corn; quality very sweet
and luscious. It ripens a little later than the
Evergreen, and the cobs are larger, the ker-
nels being flatter. Largely used by canners
and market gardeners. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.00.

SWEET CORN FOR FODDER. See Field Seeds.

CUCUMBER.

Ger. Gurken. Fr. Concumbre.
One ounce will plant'6o hills.

Cucumbers succeed best in warm, rich, sandy,
loamy ground. They should not be planted in
the open air until there is a prospect of settled
warm weather; about the middle of May. Plant
in hills about four feet apart each way. Put ten
or fifteen seeds in a hill, half an inch deep, and
press the earth smoothly with the back of the
hoe. The hills should be previously prepared
by mixing thoroughly with the soil of each a
shovelful of well rotted manure. When all dan-
ger from insects is past, thin out the plants,
leaving three or four of the strongest to each
hill. The fruit should be gathered when large
enough, whether required for use or not, as, if
left to ripen on the vines, it destroys their pro-
ductiveness. For pickles, plant from June to
middle of July. When small sprinkle the plants,
when the dew is on, with ashes or alir-slacked
lime to protect them from bugs. One pound is
sufficient for an acre.

-IMPROVED WHITE SPINE CUCUMBER.

IMPROVED.WHITE SPINE or ARLINGTON.

For both market use and pickling this variety
is now more largely grown than any other.
This improved strain is vastly superior to the
old White Spine. Market zyardeners and pick-
ling establishments have here a cucumber that
is admirably suited to their wants. Per pkt.
5 cts., oz. 8 cts., % lb. 15 ets., Ib. 50 cts.

EXTRA EARLY SIBERIAN. A fine variety

and the earliest cucumber kuown, producing
fruits five inches long, in the open ground
from seed in fifty-five days. It will be a sur-
prise for market gardeners and truckers. A
splendid free bearer, fruits straight ana
smooth, flesh tender and crisp. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 10 cts., 14 lb. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

EARLY RUSSIAN. Earliest after the Siberian;

hardy, prolific and only about three inches
long; fine for pickles and for table use, being
remarkably solid, with few seeds and of the
best quality. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 7 cts., % Ib.
15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

EARLY GREEN CLUSTER. A short, prickly

seedy variety, bearing in clusters near the
root; color pale green. It is a great bearer
and matures early. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts.,
¥, lb. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

EARLY FRAME, or EARLY SHORT GREEN.
Productive, of vigorous growth, early, fruits
medium and straight. Popular for both table
use and pickling. Per pkt. 4 cts., 0z. 7 cts., %
lb. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

LIVINGSTON’S EVERGREEN. This is

undoubtedly one of the most prolific of all
varieties. This new Evergreen cucumber pos-
sesses every qualification of a perfect pickle

sort. Very hardy and evergreen, withstand-
ing drouth and bearing until frost. A very
strong grower, but early and the _ best

in flavor, bearing firm, crisp fruit, elther for
pickling or slicing. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts.,
4 |b. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts!

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

IMPROVED CHICAGO PICKLE. This is one of

the best varieties for pickles, and _ largely
used by pickle factories. The fruit is of
medium length, pointed at both ends with
large and prominent spines, color deep green.
It is a most prolific variety, beginning to set
its fruit when the vines are quite young. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz 8 cts., %4 lb. 15 cts., 1b. 50 cts.

NEW EVERBEARING. This variety is of small
size, very early, enormously productive and
valuable as a green pickler. The vines con-
tinue to flower and produce fruit whether the
ripe cucumbers are picked off or not, in which
respect it differs from all other sorts. Per
pkt. 5 cts, oz., 10 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., lb. 60 ets.

NEW PARIS PICKLING. A very desirable sort.

The fruit is very long, slender, densely cov-
ered with fine prickles and deep, rich green
in color. The fiesh is very crisp and tender,
making it one of the best for slicing as well
as for pickles. The vine produces its fruits
in clusters and is enormously productive. It
surpasses all others in pickling qualities. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ib. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts.

WHITE PEARL. This variety is entirely dis-
tinct from any other cucumber. Setting the
fruit very close around the stem and matur-
ing these early, the vine continues to run
and bear freely throughout the season. The
color is a beautiful pearly white. They are
tender, solid and crisp, and splendid quality.
either for slicing or pickling. Per pkt. 5 cts..
oz. 10 ets.. % lb. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

GIANT WHITE. A valuable variety. The

cucumbers are of gigantic size and always of
a pure, waxen white, from the time they are
first set until matured. They grow from
twelve to sixteen inches long by from 2 to 3
inches in diameter, very uniform, straight
and perfectly smooth. The flesh is solid, with
exceptionally few seeds, and is exceedingly
CRISP OF MOST SUPERIOR FLAVOR. As
a variety for slicing they will prove very use-
ful, while for exhibition no other cucumber
will attract so much attention. Per pkt. 5
ets., oz. 15 cts., % lb. 35 cts.

IMPROVED LONG GREEN CUCUMBER.

IMPROVED LONG GREEN. A distinct variety:

when full grown sometimes measuring nearly
18 inches in length; form long and slender,
with but few seeds; flesh remarkably firm and
crispy; a standard variety for pickling, very
productive, and better than most varieties of
Long Green. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., %4 Ib.
20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

GHERKIN, or BURR, ‘The Gherkin is seldom

served at table, sliced in its crude state. It is

principally grown for pickling; is the smallest

of all varieties, and should always be picked

while young and tender, and put in salt water

peel wanted for pickling. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
ett

COLE’S CUCUMBER SEED. 31

“Cool and Crisp” Cucumber.

: This valuable variety is inclined to taper off
= i \ NN at the stem end, and is generally a little pointed

S ZZ \ INN - at the other end also. This is the most desira-
Z ble shape for pickles. At the pickling stage the

*® cucumbers are straight, long, even and slim,
' and until they reach their full size they are ofa

7; very dark green color, so dark that it might
almost be called ‘‘black.’’ The peculiar feature
of this variety isthe knobs upon which the spines

==. are placed are prominentatallstages of growth,
- giving the cucumber a very attractive appear.
ance. This variety is the earliest and most
prolific of all Pickling Cucumbers, and is certain
BA ge z gy = to become a standard sort. While primarily a
Ga et SS pickling variety, it is also most useful for slicing,
LAA pie CUCUNEES, when fully matured, being of
good size and very tender and crisp. Per pkt.
ND CRISP CUCUMBER. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 14 lb., 20 ets., Ib. 60 cts. y

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CooL

Japanese Climbino
CUCUMBER. Bila

This new cucumber is a strong and vigorous
grower, the vines attaining nearly twice the
length of common varieties. The young planta
are bushy, but as soon as they become well
established they begin to climb, and may be
grown on fences, poles or trellises, thus saving
much valuable space in small gardens, or in
market gardens where land is dear. It can also Pai
be grown as an ordinary cucumber, and will do peay
as well as the common kind. The fruits are ten y
to twelve inches in length, of a fine green color:
the flesh is thick and firm, never bitter, and fine
for pickling, as well as slicing. It is very pro
lific, the vines are proof against mildew, and
continue bearing until late in the fall. Per pkt
5 ets., oz. 15 cts,, % 1b. 40 ets.

4,
Mtg

PARIS PICKLING CUCUMBER.

Mammoth White French Artichokes.

These are attracting much attention on account of their great fattening properties, great pro-
ductiveness, and ease with which they can be grown. They need not be dug in the fall; the hogs
should be turned on them, and will help themselves by rooting for them. One acre will keep from
twenty to thirty head in fine condition from October until April, except when the ground is frozen
too hard for them to root. They are also said to be a preventive of cholera and other diseases, and
they are also highly recommended for milch cows, increasing the yield of milk and at the same
time improving their condition. No farmer can do bette: than to plant a piece of ground to Arti-
chokes without delay. On good corn land they produce 600 te 1,000 bushels per acre, and do not fail
in dry seasons. They delight in a moist, rich soil.. Ground too wet for general farm crops will pro-
duce immense crops. Three bzshels will seed an acre, and they should be cut the same as potatoes,
One eye to a cut being sufficient. Plant in April or May, in rows three feet apart and two feet in the
row, and cover about two inches deep. They make a full crop the first year. Each following year
the field should be plowed in the spring. The plants will come up all over the surface, and must be
cultivated out and left standing in hills, or the crop will be too thick. To destroy them they should
be plowed under when the plant is about a foot high, at the time the old tuber has decayed and new
ones are not yet formed. Per Ib. 25 cts,, 3 1bs. 65 cts.. postpaid; by freight or express, per pk. 40 cts.,
bu. $1.25, bbl. of 3 bu. (enough for one acre), $38.25,

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ENDIVE.

Ger. Hndiviene. Fr. Chicoree.

Endive is one of the best and most wholesome
salads for fall and winter use. Sow in shallow
drills in April for early use, or for late use in
June or July. When two or three inches high
transplant into good ground, or thin out to one
foot apart. When full grown blanch the inner
leaves by gathering and tying up the outer ones
at the top; but tie up only when the leaves are
dry.

MOSS CURLED. From the density of its foliage
this variety is heavier than the Green Curled,
but is equally agreeable as a salad. and its
appearance either green or blanched, is par-
ticularly handsome. Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 15
ets., %4 ib. 50 cts.

BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN. Has broad,
thick, plain, or slightly wrinkled leaves. It is
principally used for cooking, and making a
larger head, is preferred for stews and soups.
If blanched it makes an excellent salad. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 1b. 50 ets.

GOURD.

Cultivated same as squashes; plant ten to
twelve feet apart both ways and thin to two
plants in a hill. They can be started on sods, in
a hot-bed early in April, or planted in the open
ground by the middle of May.

DISHCLOTH, or LUFFA. A natural dishcloth
and a most admirable one, is furnished by the
peculiar lining of this fruit, which is sponge-
like, porous, very tough, elastic and durable.
The fruit grows about two feet in length, and
the vine is very ornamental, producing clus-
ters of yellow blossoms. In the north this
variety requires to be started in a hot-bed.
The dried interiors of these gourds have
already become an article of commerce. Per
pkt. 5 cts.

SUGAR TROUGH. These gourds are useful for
many household purposes. They grow to hold
from five to ten gallons each. The shell is
very hard and durable. They are much used
for making buckets, baskets, lard-kegs, bird-
houses, nest-boxes, sugar troughs, ete. Saw
them open in the fall and turn them upside
down, and the pith will decay and come out
by spring. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.

JAPANESE NEST EGG. As they exactly re-
semble in color, shape and size, the eggs of
hens, and do not crack, and are not injured by
cold or wet, they make the very best nest
eggs. By using them many eggs can be saved.
The plant grows very rapidly and is very use-
ful in covering sereens, and quite ornamental.
Per pkt. 5 cts

DIPPER GOORD. Used for dipping lard, syrup,

ete. Per pkt. 5 cts.
Ger. Knoblach. Fr. Ail. j
THE GARLIC. Is the most pungent in taste and

has the strongest odor of all the Onion fam-

ily. It is largely used in the south of Europe,
where it is esteemed for flavoring soups,
stews, etc. The root or bulb is composed of

many small bulbs called ‘‘cloves,’’ which are
planted in the spring, about six inches apart:
the tops die in August, when the bulbs are
ready to gather. Bulbs, % Ib. 15 ects., lb. 40
cts.

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

EGG PLANT.

Ger. Hierpflanze. Fr. Aubergine.
One ounce will produce 1,000 plants.

Sow the seed in March or April in a hot-bed,
or for family use, in a shallow box, in a warm
window. Transplant in open ground after the
weather has become warm and settled, in rows
two feet apart each way. They require a rich
soil and as favorable a location for warmth as
the garden will afford.

NEW YORK IMPROVED PURPLE. The lead-
ing market sort, very large and smooth; fine
dark color; very prolific and of excellent qual-
ity. This strain has given the greatest satis-
faction to market gardeners everywhere. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

EARLY LONG PURPLE. Much hardier and
earller than the large round purple, succeed-
ing further north. Fruit from six to ten
inches long. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

WHITE PEARL. The fruit is pure, cream
white with slight shading of a very light green
near the stem; beautiful in shape, and as
large or larger than the purple; more prolific;
flavor superior, delicate, fine grained, good
boiled and fried. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 35 cts.

KOHL-RABI.

Ger. Kohl-Rabi. Fr. Chou Rabe.
One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill.
Sometimes called Turnip-Rooted Cabbage.

Sow in April for early use; and for fall and win-

ter use, in June and July, in rows two feet

apart, and thin from eight to twelve inches
apart in the row. Preserve bulbs over winter
same as turnips.

EARLY WHITE VIENNA. Flesh white and
tender; the best for forcing for market. Excel-
lent for table use. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.,
Y% |b. 50 cts.

EARLY PURPLE VIENNA. Same quality as
the above except in color. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz.
15 cts., 144 lb. 50) ets:

LEEK.

Ger. Lauch. Fr. Poitreau.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.

This is a vegetable especially desirable for
soups; many consider its flavor better than
onions; sow the seed in April, in drills one foot
apart, and thin out to four inches apart, or sow
on a seed bed and transplant into rows; thor-
ough culture is necessary to produce large roots.

BROAD LONDON FLAG. A large and strong
plant with broad leaves growing on two sides,
like the Flag. This variety is largely culti-
vated. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 ets.

MUSTARD.

It is very refreshing when in its green state
mixed with salads, and for that purpose alone !s-
worthy of cultivation. Its culture and treat-
ment are the same as recommended for Cress.
GIANT CHINESE. Highly esteemed for salads.

The leaves are twice the size of the ordinary

White Mustard, flavor sweet and pungent.

te pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 44 lb. 25 ets., Ib. 73-

cts.

WHITE OR YELLOW. Best for salad or euli-

nary purposes. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 ects., 4%.

lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

COLE'S LETTUCE SEED. 33

LETTUCE.

Ger. Salat, Fr. Laitue.
One ounce will sow 200 feet of drill.
Lettuce covets a rich, mild soil. Sow as early

in the spring as the ground can be worked, and
every two weeks for a succession, thinly in drills
one foot apart; when up thin to eight inches
apart, so as to form good heads; it may also he
sown broadcast if preferred.

NEW MIGNONETTE. See Novelties. ~
GRAND RAPIDS. This forcing variety

stands more neglect in the way of watering
and ventilation, will grow more weight on the
same ground and will stand longer after it has
matured; a strong grower, very crisp and ten-
der and not apt to rot and will keep from wilt-
ing longer while exposed for sale than any
other sort. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., %4 Ib.
30 ects., lb. $1.00.

EARLY CURLED SIMPSON. This variety does

not head, but forms a compact close mass of
leaves; the earliest and leading market sort.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., %4 lb. 25 cts., Ib.
$1.00.

BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON. It is much lighter

colored than preceding; it grows nearly double
in size, of fine quality. One of the best for
forcing or outdoor planting. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 25 cts., lb. $1.00.

EARLY PRIZE HEAD. One of the best early

Lettuces. It forms a mammoth head and
remains tender and crisp throughout the sea-
son; is prompt to head, but slow to run up to
seed; of superb flavor and very hardy. Per
pkt. 5 ets., oz. 10 cts., % lb. 30 ets., Ib. $1.00.

DEFIANCE CABBAGE This isa large growing

summer lettuce, which we have found to be
unexcelled as a long standing sort. The leaves
are cf a light green color, and it remains fer a
long season tender and crisp. Per pkt. 5 cts..
oz. 10 cts., % lb. 30 ets., Ib. $1.00.

LARGE BUTTERHEAD. Forming heads in the

open ground, often fourteen inches in diam-
eter, and averaging fully a pound in weight.
arab pkt. 4 ects., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 30 cts., In.

NEW ICEBERG. There is no handsomer or

2 NiuW ICEBERG LETTUCE.

more solid Cabbage Lettuce in cultivation.
The large, curly leaves which cover the out-
side of the solid heads are a bright, light
green, with a very slight reddish tinge at the
edges. It matters not whether in the early
spring or the hottest days of summer, the
quality is simply perfect. So long-standing
and hard are the heads that they seldom
shoot up to seed unless cut open with a knife.
He DiGts A070 lo cts:, 14 Ib. 35 ets tb:
2:

HANSON LETTUCE.

IMPROVED HANSON. We have a very fine
stock of this popular lettuce, and can recom.
mend it as one of the very best. Heads green
outside and white within; grow to a remark-
able size, very solid, and are deliciously sweet,
crisp and tender, even to the outer leaves. It
stands the hot sun better than most other
varieties. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 30
ets., Ib. $1.00.

HARD-HEAD. This hard-heading Lettuce
growsvery rapidly and headsextremely early;
the heads are of large size; the outer leaves
are tinged with brownish red, changing to-
ward the center of the head from a golden yel-
low to a creamy white; never bitter, of a
sweet, buttery flavor, and is always crisp and
te ok Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4% Ib. 35
cts.

THE DEACON. When properly grown this is
- the finest, largest, tenderest, crispest and most
delicious Lettuce we have ever seen. Sow
early on rich land, and give plenty of room,
and it will give you magnificent solid heads;

stands longer without running to seed than
any other variety; none equals it. Per pkt.
5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 14 1b. 30 ets., Ib. $1.00.

SALAMANDER, This variety, like the Deacon,
is one of the best, forming good sized, compact
heads; color light green, white on the inside.
Its great quality, however, is that it will with.
stand drought and heat, and remain long in
head; to gardeners it is invaluable on account
of its heat resisting qualities. Per pkt. 4 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., 14 Ib. 30 ets., Ib. $1.00.

CALIFORNIA CREAM. It forms round, solid
heads, of a medium green, slightly marked
with brown spots; within, the leaves are of a
very rich, cream-yellow color, and particulary
rich and buttery to the taste. The heads are
of good size, compact, very hard and solid. It
is medium early, and one of the very best sum-
mer varieties of head lettuce. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 ets., % Ib. 30 ects.

WHITE TRIANON COS. This is the favorite
class of Lettuces in Europe, and this variety
is the very best of its class; already they are
becoming popular here. The long narrow
leaves, which form solid heads, bleach and
quickly become snow white. They excel al
other Lettuces in quality, having a taste and
crispness unequalled. Per pkt. 4 ects., oz. 10
ets.

MIXED LETTUCE SEED. Several varieties
mixed in one package, good for family use.
Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., %4 Ib. 35 cts.

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MUSK MELON.

Ger. Melone. Fr. Melon.
One ounce will plant 60 hills.

A rich, sandy loam is most advisable for mel-
ons. The seed should be planted in hills five or
six feet apart each way, thoroughly mixing with
the soil in each hill a couple of shovelsful of
thoroughly rotted manure, which will produce
a strong and healthful growth; plant when the
earth becomes warm, in as warm a Situation as
ean be found; put ten or twelve seeds in each
hill, and after they are out of danger from bugs,

thin out to three or four plants; when small,
dust with ashes or air-slacked lime, when the
dew is on, to protect from bugs.

PAUL ROSE. New. See Novelties.

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EMERALD GEM. This ‘variety is early, very
prolific and hardy, and the most delicious
melon grown. Skin smooth and of an emerald
green; flesh very thick, of a salmon color. It
is very juicy and rich. The flavor is sweet and
luscious beyond description. Per pkt. 5 cts..
OZ."S CLS;, +44 Ibe 45 cts, Ib: 50° ctw

OSAGE. This variety is the leading favorite
of all the yellow-fleshed varieties with grow-
ers and shippers. It is large, oval, slightly
ribbed and netted; skin very dark green:
flesh a deep, rich salmon, sweet and high
flavored to within a half inch of the rind.
ae DK. 5b CtS:.; 02. 8. cts. 4% Ib.) 15 ets: Ib:
50 cts.

MILLER’S CREAM. Ranks high as a market
melon, either for home or shipping. The flesh
is of a rich salmon color, very sweet and melt-
ing in quality, and is so very thick that the
melon is almost solid. The vine is a strong
grower, and very productive. Medium in size,
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 14 Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 50
cts.

CHAMPION MARKET. This melon is very pop-
ular, both for market and family use. The
melons are almost a perfect globe in shape and
densely netted. Flesh is thick, light green in
color and of rich, sweet flavor. The vines are
very vigorous and healthy; very productive.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4 1b. 15 cts., lb. 50
cts.

NEW TRIUMPH. The Triumph is a cross
between Columbus and Osage, combining all
the good qualities of these two excellént
melons. The flesh is orange-salmon, thick
and luscious, and ripens, clear to the rind.
The melons are of medium size, very heayv
and densely netted. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8
cts., %4 Ib. 15 cts., lb. 50 ects.

BANANA. An entirely distinct variety, bear-
ing long, slender, banana-Jike fruit: skin
creamy white and entirely free from netting;
flesh cer. salmon color, thick and of good
quality. kt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4% lb. 20 cts.,
lb. 60 cts.

COLE'S GARDEN ANNUAL.

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EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK MELON.

EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK. Aselection of
the old Hackensack, which it resembles, but is
fully ten days earlier. The melons weigh from
four to ten pounds, and are of excellent flavor.
It is one of the best as well as the earliest.
hardiest, and most prolitic of the netted musk
melons to grow for market or family use. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4 1b. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

EARLY GREEN NUTMEG. The standard sort
fruit oval, good size, thickly netted, flesh light
green, rich, sweet and melting. Pkt. 4 ets.,
oz. 7 cts., %4 1b. 15 ets., Ib. 50 ets.

IMPROVED CHRISTIANA. The fiesh is dark
rich yellow, very thick and of delicious flavor.
When ripe the melons separate from the stem.
They mature early. One of the best for the
home garden. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 20
cts., lb. 60 cts.

NEW MELROSE. This variety is a very
hardy, strong and vigorous grower. The
color is rich, dark green; the Shape is oval.
The Melons average in weight about four
pounds, and are deeply netted. The fiesh is
very thick and solid, light-green in color.
In flavor, cannot be equalled by any other
variety. It will produce as many good.
salable melons, ‘“‘hold up’’ longer, stand as
much handling and rough usage as any other
sort, thus making it most desirable, either
for home or market purposes. Per DREaS

cts., 0Z. 10 cts., 4 Ib. 15 ets., ID. 60 ets.

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TIP TOP MUSK MELON.

TIP TOP NUTMEG. This new yellow-fleshed
melon we recommend to every lover of tnis
luscious fruit and to every gardener who
grows for the market. It is of the very best
quality, every melon produced, big or little.
early or late in the season, is a good one.
They are sweet, juicy, of finest flavor, eat-
able to the very rind. It is a strong grower
and a heavy yielder, and of handsome appear-
ance. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 ets., 4% Ib. 20
ets., Ib. 60 ets.

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COLUMBUS MUSK MELON.

NEW COLUMBUS. This fine melon is a dis-
tinct and very superior variety. Of medium
size, skin bright glossy yellow when fully
ripe, and covered with a very thick, white
netting. Its green flesh is very deep, leav-
ing only a small seed cavity. The quality
is all that can be desired. The flesh is
peculiarly spicy, melting and sweet. It is
unsurpassed as a market and shipping melon.
Per pkt. 5 ets., oz. 10 cts., % lb. 20 ets., !b.
60 cts.

THE BANQUET. “The Banquet” is a med-
ium-sized melon, very flat at both ends, and
more beautifully netted than any known
variety. In quality it has no equal; the flesh
is uniformly deep and of that granulate char-
acter that always indicates a good melon;
color, dark, rich salmon. Per pkt. 5 ets., oz.
10 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., Ib. 60 ets.

GRAND RAPIDS MELON.

GRAND RAPIDS. A new, extra early, yel-
low-fleshed sort. It is a most profitable sort
to the gardeners on account of its size and
its extreme earliness. Its flavor is not as good
as that of other standard melons, but it is
ready for market before any other large
melon can be picked, and that fact insures

its ready sales. It is undoubtedly a ‘‘money
maker’’ and every melon grower should plant
it. The melons vary somewhat in shape,
some are oblong while others are round.
Per -pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4% Ib. 20 ets., Ib.
60 cts.

EARLY NETTED GEM.

EARLY NETTED GEM MELON.

This variety has
become very popular as a market melon in
the Western cities. Shipped in baskets in
immense quantities. They grow remarkably
uniform, weighing from one and a quarter
to one and qa half pounds each. They are
thick-meated, the flesh is light green in color.
and uniformly of fine, luscious flavor; skin
green, regularly ribbed and thickly netted.
Very prolific and extra early in ripening.
rer pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 ets., % Ib. 20 cts., lb.
60 cts.

WINTER PINE-APPLE. This variety is of a

decidely distinct appearance, the outside
skin being deeply corrugated, with thick
flesh and small seed cavity. The fiesh is
light green, melting, and of a rich aromatic
pine-apple flavor. But the most remarkable
and valuable feature of this new Melon
is its wonderful keeping qualities. They do
not ripen on the vines as other musk-melons,
but are picked before hard frost and laid away
in a cool, dry cellar, where they will keep
sound and sweet for months. When wanted
for use they must be brought into a warm
room, where they will ripen up in a few days.
These qualities will enable market gardeners
to supply both families and restaurants with
most delicious Melons all winter. Per pkt.
5 ets., oz. 20 ets.

VINE PEACH or MANGO MELON. The vine

on which they are borne is similar to the
musk-melon, and requires the same cultiva-
tion. The fruit is about the size of a large
peach, and of a bright orange yellow color,
somewhat russeted. When it first ripens it Is
quite hard, but soon they become mellow and
sweet, and have a rich flayor. When ripe the
fruit falls from the vine; the flesh is very
firm with a small cavity in the center, and
when peeled and the seeds taken out they
much resemble peaches. A few pieces of
sliced lemon or a little lemon essence, adds
to their flavor and is usually desirable. Thev
are easily cultivated, wonderfully prolific. and
can be used in every way in which you would
use a peach. Pkt. 5 ets., oz. 20 ets.

GARDEN LEMON. It resembles the Vine Peach

in manner of growth and shape of fruit, but is
distinct in color, and when ripe is not russeted
like the Vine Peach. Fruit is somewhat
smaller than Vine Peach, has thinner flesh
and is most decidedly more acid, thus dis-
pensing with the sliced lemons which are so
important in putting up the Vine Peach. Pkt.
5 cts., oz. 20 ets.

ORNAMENTAL POMEGRANATE. An exceed-

ingly interesting novelty, and very orna-
mental. The fruit is almost round, with dis-
tinct markings. Grows on a pretty vine; fruit
orange yellow, slightly striped, and sometimes
spotted red; varying from the size of a small
peach to that of an orange. Very fragrant,
sweetly perfuming a room with their exqui-
site odor for days. Very prolific and easily
grown. Plant and cultivate same as for musk-
melon. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

36 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

WATER-MELONS.

Ger. Wasser Melone. Fr. Melon @ Hau,
One ouuce will plant about 40 hills.

Water-melons require a rich though rather
sandy soil for best development, and thrive best
in a warm, sunny exposure. Plant in hills eight
to ten feet apart each way, and cultivate like
the muskmelon. To secure the largest fruit,
have but one or two melons to a vine.

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COLE’S EARLY MELON.

COLE’S EARLY. This is the finest every-day
Melon ever offered, for the amateur and for
the home market. Being somewhat brittle.
wil] not do for shipping purposes. It is very
early and will mature in every state; very
hardy vigorous and a sure cropper. It is
sweet and delicate in texture of flesh, wiich

is a deep red color, the rind is thin and the
quality of flesh is sustained clear to the rind.
The melons are of medium size, nearly round
in shape, rind green, striped with lighter
shades. As this variety combines all the
desirable qualities of the best melon, it can
be highly recommended for home use, and
we feel certain that COLE’S EARLY will
become a popular variety. Per pkt. 5 cts..
oz. 10 cts., %4 Ib. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts.

PHINNEY’S EARLY. Flesh red, sweet, tender

and brittle. Hardy, productive, early, and a
sure. cropper. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 cts., %
fb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

HUNGARIAN HONEY. This variety isof a very

rich honey flavor, richer and sweeter to the
taste than any other. Flesh brilliant red
color and stringless, completely melting in the
mouth. The melons ripen early, the vines are
strong and healthy, and very productive.
Fruit medium size and a popular favorite for
the family garden. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts.,
4, lb. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

GREEN AND GOLD. A new golden fleshed

novel and valuable variety. It is of good size
(25 to 30 Ibs.), early, productive; rind very
thin, flesh is juicy, very sweet, and of deli-
cious flavor. Its rich golden color makes it
desirable as an ornament for the table, its
golden slices contrasting with the crimson
sorts. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4 Ib. 15 ects..

Ib. 50 cts.
MOUNTAIN SWEET. One of the very best for

general culture; rind thin and dark green;
flesh red, solid, and very sweet. Per pkt. 4
cts., oz. 7 cts., % Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 45 cts.

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CUBAN QUEEN.

CUBAN QUEEN. The vines are very strong

healthy and vigorous in growth. The flesh is
bright red, solid, peculiarly luscious, crisp and
sugary. It is an excellent keeper, very thin
rind, enormously productive, and very heavy,
having been grown to weigh 100 pounds. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., %4 Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

PEERLESS, or ICE CREAM. One of the best

Melons in cultivation. Of medium size, thin
rind, light mottled green; flesh bright scarlet.
solid to the center, crisp, melting, and sweet
as honey. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 ets., 4 lb. 15
ets., Ib. 50 ets.

SWEET HEART. An entirely distinct Melon.

Vine yigorous and productive, ripening its
fruit early. Fruit large, oval, very heavy.
uniformly mottled light and dark green, rind
thin but firm, flesh bright red, solid but very
tender, melting and sweet. Remains in con-
dition for use longer than any other sort:
seeds gray. This melon is sure to become
one of the most popular sorts in cultivation.
— pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 ets., % Ib. 20 ets., Th.
60 cts.

KOLB’S GEM. This variety is more largely

grown by shippers than any other. The rina
though quite thin, is very tough, standing
handling and shipment long distances without
breakage. The flesh is bright red and of fine
quality. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 ets., % Ib. 35
cts., lb. 40 ets.

MAMMOTH GRAY MONARCH. This fine vari-

ety frequently attains a weight of ninety
pounds. The skin is a mottled gray color,
shape long. Flesh bright crimson, and of
sweet, delicious flavor. One of the most pro-
ductive varieties known, and destined to
become a popular market variety. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 8 cts., % lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

MAMMOTH IRON-CLAD. This variety grows

uniformly large, often weighing sixty to sey-
enty pounds; hardly ever bursting or showing
any bruises, hence the best market melon.
Plucked when ripe or left on the vines, they
keep in fine condition. It is of the most delic-
ious and sugary flavor. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8
cts., 44 lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 ets.

THE BOSS. Large, long in shape, very dark

green in color. Flesh red color, crystaline,
melting, of unusually fine flavor, and extend-
ing almost to the skin. A variety certain to
please, either for shipping or home consump-

tion. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., %4 Ib. 15 ets.,
lb. 50 ets.

COLORADO PRESERVING. An improvement

on the green preserving melon; enormously
productive, and of better quality, and making
very clear, transparent preserves, of fine fla-
vor. Directions for cooking and preserving
inside each packet. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
¥% lb. 20 cts., Ib. 75 ets.

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Fordhook Early Water-Melon.

This new melon has proven itself to
be the earliest. We have had early
melons of good quality, but this is the
FIRST EXTRA EARLY WATER-
MELON of fine quality that is also of
large size. From seed planted on the
tenth day of May, large ripe melons
were picked the last day in July, dem-
onstrating its inbred character of
maturing extra early. The form is
nearly round. The average weight of
the melons is from twenty-five to
thirty-five pounds each—a size rarely
attained by any other extra early
melon under favorable conditions. The
rind is tough, making it a valuable
variety for shipping; the outer color is
a uniform medium green; the seeds
are white; the flesh is bright red and
very Sweet. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 ets.,
% |b. 20 ets., Ib. 65 cts.

Mclver’s Sugar Water-Melon.

This new variety is sent out by Mr.
Maule as the WONDERFUL SUGAR
MELON, its delicious melting flayor sur-
passing every known vyariety. It origin-
ated on the plantation of Col. Mclver.
of South Carolina, who has been grow-
ing it in preference to all other sorts.
Seed originally coming from the West
Indies. One of the greatest excellencies
of this Melon is its ability to wi(hstand
wet weather. Al] those who have grown,
it, embracing among them many of the
most celebrated melon growers, unani-
mously indorse Mclver’s Sugar without
exception as the most perfect and thor-
oughbred melon they have ever raised, and
in flavor far ahead of anything they ever
conceived of in a water melon. Per pki.
5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 25 cts., Ib. 6d cts.

Dixie Water-Melon.

In this we have a WATHR-MELON of
excellent merits and we can recommend
it to our customers as the BEST SHIP-
PING MELON grown, being larger,
earlier and far more productive than the

Kolb’s Gem, which has heretofore been
considered the best melon for shipping.
It is of a very fine appearance, being a
much darker green than Kolb’s Gem and
more beautifully striped; it is longer and
extremely hardy, while its eating qual-
ity is unexcelled, being sweet and juicy
and tender. Another very important
point is its. great productiveness, having
six to eight large melons on a vine.
Per. pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 15 cts.,
Ib. 55 cts.

38 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

ONION.

Ger. Zweibel.

Fr. Ognon.

One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill; 4 pounds will sow one acre,

In no vegetable, with the exception of cabbage, does the value of the crop raised depend
more directly on the quality of seed than the onion.

COLB’S RELIABLE ONION SEED is all grown from choice selected bulbs, and has no super-
.or. Thestock weofferissuretogrow where soil and season is favorable, and sure to produce an

abundance of well-shaped bulbs.
varieties are best for main crops.

Beware of poor seeds at low prices. The Red and Yellow

A rich, light, mellow loam is best to insure successful onion raising, and may be cultivated

to the same crop year after year.

The ground should be thoroughly enriched with fine,

decomposed manure, and be deeply spaded or plowed, harrowed and pulverized, the surface

being raked free from stones and hard lumps.
ground may be in working condition.
at the rate of four pounds to an acre.

The main crop should be sown as early as the
Sow in drills 14 inches apart, and half an inch in depth,
Keep clean by frequent hoeing and weeding; observe

not to hoe deep, for the more the onion rises out of the ground the finer it is and better it

keeps.

The onions will ripen in August or early in September, and their full maturity will be

indicated by the perfect decay of the leaves or top. The bulbs may be drawn from the drills

by hand, or by the use of a common garden rake.

After being exposed for a few days to the

sun for drying, they will be ready for storing or the market.
FOR PICKLES OR SETS. Good ground should be prepared as above, and seed should be
sown very thickly in broad drills, about forty pounds to the acre.

A treatise, entitled “ON1ON CULTURE,” and how to grow them, by mail prepaid for 25 cents,

DANVERS ONION.

YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS. A standard va-
riety, of large size; globular in form; skin yel-
lowish brown; flesh white, mild and well fla-
vored; very productive; one of the most pop-
ular kinds in cultivation. Largely used for
gtTowing sets. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4
Ib. 30 cts., Jb. $1.10. If 5 lbs. or more are
wanted ask for special rates.

EXTRA EARLY PEARL. This is one of the
earliest of all the white varieties. It grows
to a fair size; of pearly white color, flesh of a
pure snow-white, and flavor very mild. It
grows with wonderful rapidity. A splendid
keeper, succeeding everywhere, and requiring
only thin soll. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4
1. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50.

EXTRA EARLY RED. Rather smallerand more
flat-shaped than the Large Red; close-grained
and heavy. It is mild in flavor, a good keeper,
and very productive; fit to be gathered the
last of July; very desirable for early market
use. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10'cts., % Ib. 35 cts..
Ib. $1.25. ;

WETHERSFIELD ONION.

LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD. The standard
sort; best for main crop. Large size, of a
purplish red color; round or oval shaped, fine
grained, pleasant flavored and productive. It
ripens in September, an excellent keeper. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4% Ib. 35 ets., Ib. $1.25.
If 5 pounds or more are wanted ask for spe-
cial rates.

LARGE RED GLOBE. Similar tothe Large Red
in color and flavor, but quite distinct in form,
being nearly globular; it is a.heavy cropper,
and is much prized by many as a market
variety. Per pkt. 5cts., oz. 20 cts., 4% Ib. 75
cts., lb. $3.00.

WHITE GLOBE. A large globe-shaped onion; firm
fine-grained, of mild flavor; keeps well. This
is one of the handsomest onions grown, of
beautiful shape, clear white skin and com-
mands the highest market price. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 20 cts., 4 Ib. 75 ets., Ib. $2.50.

WHITE PORTUGAL or SILVERSKIN. Very
desirable for family use; flavor mild; skYn
silvery white; of handsome appearance:
highly esteemed for pickling, also for market
in early winter. This is the variety of whfch
White Onion sets are grown. Per pkt. 5 ets..
oz. 15 cts., %4 1b. 60 cts., Ib. $2.25.

COLE’S

MAMMOTH PRIZE TAKER ONION.

MAMMOTH PRIZE TAKER, This has proved
to be an excellent keeper of finest flavor, hand-
some shape and enormeus size, many single
onions having been raised to weigh 5 ibs.
from seed the first year. It is of the same
type as those immense imported onions which
can be seen in fruit stores and always com-
mand a very high price, The Prize Taker
grows always to a perfect globe shape, with
bright, straw-colored skin; the necks are very
small and the onions always ripen up hard.
An excellent onion for the market and home

garden. Our seed is the genuine American
grown. Per pkt. 5 ets., oz. 15 cts., 4% Ib. 50
ets., lb. $1.50.

MAMMOTH POMPEII or COPPER KING. An
extra large variety. Notwithstanding the
enormous size attained by specimens of this
variety, they retain their perfect shape and
fine quality. The skin is thin and of a
reddish-brown color; the flesh is pure white.
very fine grained, and remarkably mild and
pleasant to the taste. Specimens have
been exhibited weighing over five pounds.
This variety is sure to attract atten-
tion at fairs or fruit stands. Per pkt. 5 ets..

_0z. 15 ets., % Ib. 50 ets., lb. $2.00.

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ONION SEED.

first green onions for table use.
as early in spring as possible, in shallow drills,

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® WHITE PICKLING ONION.

WHITE PICKLING, or Hard Round Silver Skin
Produce uniformly small, round and hand-
some onions with an opaque white skin that
does not turn green by exposure to the sun.
The onions are very compact and hard, but
at the same time crisp and brittle; altogether
the best pickling onion. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20
CES ADs LOOMCESe ab ole 50!

MAMMOTH SILVER KING. This variety
grows to a remarkable size. Bulbs are of
attractive form, flattened, but thick through.
Single bulbs often attain weight of from 2%
to 4 lbs. each. The skin is a beautiful sil-
very white; the flesh is snow-white, and of
a particularly mild and pleasant flavor. It
matures early and is uniformly large and per-
fect form. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., \% Ib.
50 cts., lb. $2.00.

EARLY WHITE BARLETTA. This is a very

early, small, pure white variety; flesh is firm
and mild in flavor. Its extreme earlinessi and
fine quality cannot fail to make it a favorite
in every garden. Both for table use and for
pickling it is most valuable. Per pkt. 5 ets..
oz. 20. ets., 144, 1b. 50: cts.

EARLY WHITE QUEEN. This early variety is

of very rapid growth, small, beautiful white
skin; excellent flavor, and will keep sound
until the following summer. Fine for pick-
ling or the table. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.,
¥Y% Ib. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50.

ONION SETS.

Sets furnish large onions early, as well as the
Plant the sets

one foot apart, and four inches between sets.
Cover slightly. They can be used in a green

state in June, and are ripened off by July. One

quart of sets is needed for forty feet of drill.

WHITE MOLTIPLIER SETS. These are of a

pure silvery white color, enormously produc
tive, frequently producing as many as twenty
bulbs in a single cluster, of excellent quality
and size for bunching green, or can be ripenea
for use as pickling onions. Good keepers,
having kept perfectly sound for a year, but
their most important quality is extreme earli-
ness. Per pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 ets., % pk. 50
ets., pk. $1.00.

YELLOW BOTTOM SETS. Per pt. 15 cts., qt.
25 cts.

RED BOTTOM SETS. Per pt. 15 cts, qt. 25 cts.
ae Le BOTTOM SETS. Per pt. 15 cts., qt. 25
cts. ried

TOP OR BUTTON SETS. Per pt. 15 cts., qt. 30

cts. Price of Onion sets by peck or bushel on
application.

40 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

PEPPER.

Ger. Pfeffer. Fr. Piment.
One ounce will produce 1,500 plants.

Pepper is highly valued for its pungent flavor,
and is used in seasoning soups, meats, etc., also
used for pickles and mangoes. Early in the
spring sow the seed on a gentle hot-bed, or in a
box placed near a window, in a warm room, and
transplant early in the summer or sow in a
warm spot of the garden about the middle of
May and transplant them when about two
inches high, in rows 18 inches apart and 18
inches in the row.

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CORAL GEM BOUQUET. The finestof the small
sized varieties. Its beautiful little pods of
shining red color are so thickly set as to give
it the appearance of a bouquet of coral. The
plant grows 24 to 30 inches high, so densely
set with pods as to bend its branches down.
So many desirable qualities are combined in
this, it will undoubtedly become popular as
well as profitable in the manufacture of
pepper sauce. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

ABASCO. The Tabasco Sauce has a
national reputation for flavoring soup, oys-
ters, meat, ete. This variety comes origin-
ally from Mexico. Plant grows to good size,
is very productive, pods small to medium size
and are extremely hot and fiery in flavor.
Per pkt. 5 cts.

LARGE BELL or BULL NOSE. Of large size;
very early, of sweet, mild flavor; glossy red;
rind thick and fleshy. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20
cts., 14 lb. 60 ets.

RUBY KING. This
pepper attains a
large size. The
fruit is from 6 to 8
inches long by 4
inches through,of a
bright ruby red
color. They are re-
markably mild and
pleasant in flavor,
free from any hot
taste. They can be
sliced and eaten
with vinegar like to-
matoes and make a
very pleasant salad.
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20
ets., %4 lb. 60 cts.

RUBY KING PEPPER,

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MAMMOTH GOLDEN QUEEN. This variety is

wonderfully productive, of perfect shape and
uniform large size; growing from 15 to 20
perfect fruits, from 8 to 10 inches long, anda
4 to 6 through on a single plant. They are so
mild in flayor they can be eaten like toma-
toes, with pepper and vinegar. Per pkt. 5
cts.. oz. 20 cts.

SWEET MOUNTAIN. Similar in shape to the

Large Bell, but of a much larger size; rind
thick, fleshy and tender; much used for pick-
ling, stuffed like Mangoes. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
20 cts.. 4 Ib. 60 cts.

LONG RED CAYENNE. From 3 to 4 iuches long,

of a bright red color, very produdtive, het and
pungent, the best for seasoning pickles. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., % lb. 65 ets.

RED CHERRY. An exceedingly ornamental va-

riety; fruit round, of a rich, glossy scarlet
color; used for pickles and making pepper
sauces of piquant flavor. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
5 cts.

RED CHILI. Small, cone-shaped, very pungent,

Ripe and green pods are used as pickles; also
Bae sania pepper sauce. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
cts.

SWEET MOUNTAIN PEPPER.

COLE’S PUMPKIN SEED. 41

PUMPKIN.

Ger, Kurbis. Fr. Courge.
One ounce will plant about 15 hills.

Principally used for agricultural purposes, but
there has been a great improvement in the
varieties during the past few years, and many
sorts are fine table varieties. They are easily
grown and are profitable for stock feeding. At
time of corn planting scatter a few seeds In
every fourth or fifth hill, or for a large crop
plant in May, in good warm soil in hills eight
to ten feet apart each way, four plants to the
hill. Avoid planting near other vines, as they
will hytridize.

TAANKSGIVING PUMPKIN.

THANKSGIVING. Our illustration shows the
distinct shape and the thickness of flesh
peculiar to this new Pumpkin. We have had
specimens to weigh fifty pounds, the fiesh
being in some places six inches thick. On
account of this extra thickness of flesh the
yield in pounds is double that of other kinds.
The flesh is orange in color, of fine grain.
Sweet and has the delicious Pumpkin flavor
essential to the making of first-class Pumpkin
pies. The name “Thanksgiving” Was sug-
gested by the almost universal custom of
having Pumpkin pie at the Thanksgiving
dinner. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 ects., 4 ib.
50 cts.

QUAKER PIE. This variety is of a creamy
color both inside and out. The vines are very
hard and prolific, always yielding a certain
erop. It is early and keeps late. Its chief
value is for ‘‘Pumpkin Pies,’ being fine
grained and rich flavored. It has none of the
coarse and stringy character so common to
other varieties. One of the very best keep-
ers. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 lb. 20 ets.,
Ib. 75 ets.

NANTUCKET SUGAR. The pumpkins grow

somewhat irregular in shape. The color is a
very dark green. It has a hard shell and is
one of the very sweetest pumpkins in exist-
ence. When cooked the flesh resembles the
Hubbard Squash. Very hardy, productive and
keeps well through the winter. Per pkt. 5
cts., oz. 8 ets., 4 lb. 20 ets., lb. 60 ets.

TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO. Grows to
medium size, flesh thick, fine grained, dry and
brittle, and of most excellent flavor. Hardy,
very productive, and keeps perfectly sound
until late in the spring. Has no equal for
making pies and custards. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 15 cts., lb. 60 ets.

LARGE CHEESE; or SWEET. Cheese-shaped,
in flavor like the Crookneck Squash; yéllow
fleshed, fine grained and very productive;
superior to most field varieties. Per pkt. 4
cts., oz. 7 cts., % Ib. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

IMPROVED CUSHAW. This is the Cushaw o!
“ye olden times,’’ and is a great favorite for
its many good qualities. Of large size, often
weighing 70 pounds. Flesh salmon-colored,
thick and of fine quality. Per pkt. 5 cts. oz. 8
‘ets., % Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 50 ets.

JAPANESE PIE PUMPKIN.

JAPANESE PIE. The illustration correctly
shows the shape and extremely small seed
cavity—all the balance being solid meat
throughout, which is of extra fine quality. It
is a very productive variety, the pumpkins
ripen early, of medium size, good keepers,
and weigh 15 to 20 pounds each. The flesh
is a rich salmon color, unusually fine grained,
and when cooked or stewed is almost as dry
and mealy as a sweet potato. For making
pies, custards, ete., they certainly have no
equal. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., %4 lb. 20
ets., Ib. 60 ects.

WINTER LUXURY. ‘This pumpkin is pro-

nounced by hundreds: the very best pumpkin
for pies they have ever known. It grows
uniformly to a diameter of ten to twelve
inches, and is enormously productive. In
color it is a beautiful golden yellow, very
finely and closely netted. As a winter keeper
and cooking variety it stands alone. Per pkt.
5 cts., oz. 10 cts.. % lb. 20 ects., lb. 60 ets.

ge POTIRON, or KING OF THE MAM-

HS, It grows to an enormous size, three
feet or more in diameter, and one to two hun-
dred pounds or more in weight; It has a
salmon-colored skin; flesh bright yellow, fine
grained and of good quality. It has attracted
a great deal of attention, and is a fine variety
to exhibit at county fairs, ete. Per pkt. 5
cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 25 cts., Ib. $1.00.

Oe or LARGE COMMON YELLOW-

A very productive, large yellow va-
riety, and grown principally for feeding stock.
Per oz. 5 cts., %4 lb. 10 ets., lb. 30 ects., pkK-
$1.00, bu. $3.00.

42

PEAS.

Ger. Erbsen. Fr. Pois.
One quart will sow 100 feet of drill.

The Pea is extremely hardy; will endure cold,
frosty weather without harm, and may there-
fore be sown very early in the spring. Gener-
ally the earliest sown succeed the best. Sow
the dwarf varieties in rows two feet apart;
those varieties that attain the height of two or
three feet in-rows three feet apart, and the
rows of the tallest sort, four feet apart. The
dwarf varieties should be liberally manured;
the tall sorts will run too much to vine if too
freely manured. Bush the tall kinds when six
inches high. The height of the Pea depends

much on the moisture and richness of the
ground. Peas should be covered from four to
six inches deep. In dry weather the Peas
should be soaked five or six hours before plant-
ing, and if the ground is very dry, pour water
in the drills before sowing the seed.
wrinkled varieties rot more easily than the
smooth sorts, and therefore should not be sown
so early when the ground is liable again to
freeze up, though hardier sorts may with safety.
All wrinkled Peas are superior in flavor to the
smooth sorts, and they. remain much longer in
season.

Our Seed Peas are of the very best, all North-
eT fe and will not fail to please the most
critical.

If wanted by express or freight, deduct for postage
8 cts. per pt.. 15 cts. per qt.

EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES,

Those marked with a (*) are wrinkled varie-
ties.

*GRADUS. See Novelties.

*NOTT’S EXCELSIOR. See Novelties.

MAUD S. The Earliest Pea in the world:, this
strong claim is made for the Maud S8. Besides
its extreme earliness, it is of a vigorous
growth, wonderfully productive; pods nu-
merous and well filled. Its uniformity in ripen-
ing makes it the most profitable Pea for the
market gardener. In our trial plot of the
leading early sorts, the Maud 8. was first to
blossom, and had pods ready to pick a few
days earlier. Pods were also better filled:
24h feet. Per pkt 5d. cts., pt. 20 cts., .qt.: 35
ets., pk. $1.00, bu. $4.00.

ALASKA EXTRA EARLY. The earliest blue
Pea, very uniform in growth. The dark
green color of the pods makes it extremely
desirable, as it can be carried long distances
without losing color, which quality, combined
with its earliness and uniformity of ripening,
makes it a most desirable extra early pea for
market gardeners; 2 feet. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.00, bu. $4.00.

*AMERICAN WONDER. This dwarf variety
stands unrivaled in point of productiveness
and quality, and is the earliest wrinkled pea
im clutivation; produces a profusion of good-
sized and well filled pods of the finest flavor:
12 inches. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt.*35
cts... pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00.

*McLEAN’S LITTLE GEM. A dwarf, prolific,
green wrinkled marrow; it has all the sugary
flavor of late wrinkled Peas, besides being
very early; it is especially recommended to
private growers; 15 inches. Per pkt. 5 ects.,
pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $4.50.

*EXTRA EARLY PREMIUM GEM, A valuable
variety, growing about 15 inches high, and
among the earliest green wrinkled sorts. The
quality is unsurpassed, and wonderfully pro-
lific, often 12 pods on a stem. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $4.50.

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

HORSFORD’S MARKET GARDEN PEA.

SECOND EARLY VARIETIES.

*HORSEFORD’S MARKET GARDEN. A grand
wrinkled variety, coming in between Little
Gem and Advancer. It is a prolific bearer
and -has yielded more per acre than any
other American yariety. The pods, although
medium size, are numerous, and are literally
packed with peas of a delicious sweet flavor;
very stocky, require no brushing; 2 ft. Per
pkt. 5 cts.; ‘pt. 20 cts! qt. 35) cts, pko pie25,
bu. $5.00.

*BLISS ABUNDANCE. A productive variety.
Pods over 8 inches long, and well filled, con-
taining 6 to 8 large wrinkled peas of excellent
quality. Its most striking feature is its
branching habit, many plants throwing up
six or more branches crowded with pods. Sow
seed very thinly; 18 inches. Per pkt. 5 cets.,
pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $4.50.

NEW HEROINE PEA.

This variety is a medium early, green
wrinkled pea, and grows uniformly two to two
and a half feet high, coming in beteen
Advancer and Champion of England, and bears
a profusion of large, long, pointed pods, CON-
TAINING FROM 9 to 12 LARGE PEAS OF
FINEST QUALITY. This pea is destined to
eclipse the Telephone and Pride of the Mar-
ket for either private use or market purposes.
and being nearly as early as Advancer, will
also pe Oe Certiab le than that well known:
variety. er pKt. 3 Cts., pt, 20) cts; at. 4 i

pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00. e : See

SHROPSHIRE HERO PEA.

A prime New Pea pronounced by all market
gardeners who have tested it the mest valu-
able aquisition in peas made in recent years. It
is a second early large wrinkled pea,'a robust
grower like Stratagem, two or three feet in
height, producing large pods in abundance. The
pods are larger and better filled than such fine
sorts as TELEPHONE, STRATAGHM and
others of its class, averages seven, and often
Stee ee ee = large peas of exqulsite

ror. er, DKt. 5. cts., Dix ‘5 >
pk. $1.25, bu $5.00. 4 8 sts. cats See

CANADA FIELD PEAS, WHITE AND GREEN.
Largely grown for field culture. Used exten-

sively for feeding stock an
Wield Scadea g d cooking. See

COLE’S GARDEN PEAS. 43

SHROPSHIRE HERO PHA.

LATE OR MAIN CROP VARIETIES

*IMPROVED STRATAGEM. This is a dwarf,
wrinkled blue marrow, a very heavy cropper.
pods from five to six inches long, remark-
ably well filled, and contains as high as ten
large, fine flavored peas. In table quality
none can surpass it. Vines very strong and
needing but little support; 2 feet. Per pkt.
5 ets., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., pk. $.125, bu.
$5.00.

*NEW QUEEN. This is a green, wrinkled
variety, growing to about two and one-half
feet in height. The pods are very large, pro-
duced mostly in pairs, and all over the vine
from bottom to top. The peas are large, oval.
deep green, and of a delicious flavor when
cooked. The vines are very sturdy, of
branching habit, can be sown more thinlv
than most yarieties. Its season is just right
to succeed the Juno, as it comes into bear-
ing when that splendid variety is about fin-
ished. Price per pkt. 5 ects., pt. 25 ets., at.
40 cts., pk. $1.25.

*NEW JUNO. This variety has a _ vigorous
consitution, which shows itself in the strong,
handsome, branching plant. It is two feet
in height, requiring little or no brushing.
It produces an abundance of the finest peas
possible, the vines being actually laden with
pods. These are stout and heavy in form.
dark green, usually growing in pairs. The
peas, too, possess the admirable faculty of
preserving their tenderness and superb flavor
long after they are young, and also retain
their attractive dark green color when served
-at the table. Price per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 ets..
qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.25.

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BLISS EVERBEARING. Late variety of
robust growth, forming as many as ten
branches from a single stalk; pods 3 to
4 inches long, containing 6 to 8 large
wrinkled peas, often half an inch in diam-
eter, rich and marrowy. Continues long in
bearing; should be sown thin; 2 feet. Per
jolts @) GUSLS TO AU) oushy Olid BECK, folie. ASIA
bu. $5.00.

CHAMPION OF ENGLAND. A green wrinkled
variety, universally admitted to be one of the
richest and best flavored peas grown, and
very productive. Considered to be one of the
finest varieties for family use or the market
gardener; 4 feet. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts.,
qt. 35 cts., pk. $1.00, bu. $3.50.

DWARF GREY SUGAR. This variety is early
and prolific. The pods are flat and crooked:
used in the green state in the Same way as
string beans, having the identical flavor of
the pea; 2 feet. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts..
qt. 35 ects., pk. $1.25, bu. $5.00.

MELTING SUGAR. This variety is ahead of all
others, not only in size of pod and prolific
bearing, but also for its delicious quality. T+
bears a profusion of large, broad pods, which
are generally found in pairs, and which are so
brittle that they snap without any string. It
is very sweet and tender. Cooked fike Wax
Beans; 4 feet. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 25 ets..
qt. 40 cts., pk. $1.50.

LARGE WHITE MARROWFAT. One of the
oldest varieties in cultivation, and a favorite
market sort. Large, broad pods, well filled,
of excellent quality; 5 feet. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
pt. 18 cts., qt. 30 cts., pk. 75 cts., bu. $2.50.

NEW JUNO PEA.

44

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

RADISH.

Ger. Rettig. Fr. Radis.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.

The radish is very hardy, and can be sown as
early as the ground will admit. To be crisp
and tender they should make a quick growth.
The soil should be very rich and light; sow the
seed in drills one foot apart and cover half an
inch deep; thin while small from two to three
inches apart; hoe often; for a succession sow at
intervals of two weeks. To keep the beetle
from destroying them sprinkle with ashes or
air-slacked lime. The winter varieties should
be sown in August; they must be taken up
before severe frosts and stored in a cool cellar
and covered with earth. Put them in cold
water an hour before using. Every family
should raise a supply of winter radishes.

NON PLUS ULTRA RADISH.

NON PLUS ULTRA. By some called’ Dark: Red

_ Ball, or Early Deep Searlet Turnip Fore-
ing Radish. Remarkably fine in quality
and of very quick growth, and ready to pull
within fifteen to twenty days after sowing.
Perfectly globular little roots, of very bright
color and excellent shape. It is by far the
best strain of early radish for forcing. Beds
are planted, the crop matured and sold, and
the same bed made ready for a second plant-
ing—ALL IN 30 DAYS. Nogardenercan afford
to grow common sorts when he can get seed
of the NON PLUS ULTRA. Per pkt. 5 ets.,
oz. 10 cts, 14 lb. 25 ets., lb. 75 cts.

EARLY DEEP SCARLET TURNIP; or ROUND
DARK RED. Of very deep red skin, beautiful
shape and extra early. The very best strain of
Harly Scarlet Turnip Radish tn cultivation. Its

handsome appearance and extra fine quality
commands a quick sale on the market. It is
always firm and crisp. Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 8 |
cts., 144 lb. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

EARLY WHITE TURNIP, Like the Scarlet Tur-
nip, but in color pure white; flesh white and

semi-transparent; very crisp and tender. It
is a few days later, and will bear the heat
longer without becoming spongy. Per pkt. 4
cts., oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

EARLY ROSE TURNIP. This variety is of a
soft, rosy pink color, and is indeed an acqui-

sition. This is one of the best Radisnes we
have ever seen. It is similar to the round,
forcing varieties in shape and size. It is very
early, requiring only 23 days to mature it,
and remains in good condition for 10 days
even in a trying season. But undoubtedly
its chief charm is its beautiful rose color.
ae 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ib. 20 ets., Ib.
cts.

EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. A most desirable
turnip sort for hot-bed forcing; very early,
and in flavor mild, crisp, juicy and tender; top

small, and it will stand the heat well with-
out becoming pithy. One of the best selling
Radishes on account of its very attractive
color and shape. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
4. Id. 20 cts., Ib) 6O cts:

EARLY FRENCH BREAKFAST. A medium
sized Radish, olive-shaped, small top, of quick

growth; very crisp and tender, of a beautiful
searlet color, tipped with white. A splendid
variety for the table, for its excellent qual-
ities and beautiful color. Per pkt. 5 ets., oz.
8 cts., 4% Ib. 15 cts., lb. 50 ets.

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LONG SCARLET.

FRENCH BREAKFAST,

EARLY LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP. This is
the standard sort, grown in private gardens

and for market. It has a bright scarlet root
and small top. In suitable soil it grows
quickly, half out of the ground and very brit-
tle. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 cts., % lb. 15 ets.,
Ib. 50 cts.

CINCINNATI MARKET. This fine variety
has been grown for many years by the mar-

ket gardeners around Cincinnati. These
radish growers from long experience and by
carefully selecting for over thirty years.
have perfected this HANDSOME LONG RED

LA DISH.

The tops are so very small that the rad-
ishes may stand touching each other in the
rows. They grow straight and smooth, six
to seven inches long. Their attractive,
glossy, searlet skin is very thin, and the
flesh crisp and brittle. Without doubt IT IS
THE FINEST LONG RED RADISH FOR
FORCING, and also an EXTRA FINE sort
for the home garden. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts:; 1% Ib. 2OSCts:. lbs foects:

GOLDEN DRESDEN. We can recommend it
alike for family, garden and for market as

one of the most valuable and quick growing
radishes. The tops are very scant and admit
of closest planting. The radishes are per-
fectly round. smooth, and with attractive.
light golden-brown skin. The flesh is eriSp,
white, juicy and of the finest flavor. Market
gardeners can either grow this new radish in
the garden, or force it, and depend upon a
remarkably perfect, early and uniform crop.
Per pkt.. 5.cts., oz. 10° cts... 44..1be Qbr ers. ap.
tor CLS:

GOLDEN GLOBE SUMMER. One of the best

summer Radishes. It is of quick growth, ten-
der, crisp and good flavor. It stands the heat
and drouth, and is well adapted for summer
use, keeping long in eating condition. Per
pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., % lb. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts.

COLE’S RADISH SEED. 45

LONG BRIGHTEST RADISH.

LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET. This variety,
by some called Long Cardinal Radish, is
ene of the handsomest Long Radishes
grown. In shape it is intermediate between
the long and half-long sorts. It is early, being
tit for use in 25 days after sowing. In
brightness of color it is quite unique, being
the brightest fiery scarlet we have ever
seen in any Radish: flesh crisp, brittle.
and of a delightful pungent quality. A fine
variety to sell well in all markets. Per pkt.5
cts., oz. 10 cts.. 4% lb. 20 cts., 1b. 60 cts. Gere

WHITE STRASBURG.

WHITE STRASBURG, or HOSPITAL. This is
one of the most valuable summer varieties.
Flesh pure white, tender, crisp and of pleas-
ant taste, without being strong. It can be
used in six weeks from the time of sowing
and continues to grow without losing its super-
ior quality. It will prove a profitable mar-
ket variety. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., % Ib.
20 cts.. Ib. 60 cts.

LONG WHITE VIENNA, or LADY FINGER.
One of the finest of long white Radishes;
snow-white, very brittle and crisp, of beau-
tiful shape and rapid growth. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., Ib. 70 cts.

MIXED RADISH SEED. For usein family gar-
den, we offer mixed seed of all the early
varieties. Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 10 cts., %4 Ib.
20 cts.. lb. 60 cts.

LONG WHITE VIENNA.

many fine
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tender. Its
great value
lies in its be-
ing in fine
market con-
dition when
quite small
and continu-
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even when
Fonte He IMPROVED CHARTIERS RADISH.
coming tough and pithy. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 ets., % lh. 20 cts., 1b. 60 cts.

ROUND SCARLET CHINA. A Radish for all

soils and climates. Fine for early or late
summer use. May be sown at intervals
from early spring until autumn, and the
roots obtained from late sowing can be kept
for winter consumption. It requires but six
to eight weeks for its full development.
The root is perfectly round and of a bril-
liant scarlet color; flesh pure white and of
a most agreeable flavor; in size it is large,
but the quality is always the finest, retain-
ing its crispness, even when the roots are
several weeks old. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15
ets... 44 Ib. 4

O ets.
CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE WINTER

Roots grow eight to twelve inches long and
two to three inches in diameter; flesh white,
solid and of excellent flavor. This is the larg-
est of all radishes. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 ects.,
Y, lb. 20 ets., lb. 75 ets.

CHINESE ROSE WINTER. This variety is be-

coming very popular with market gardeners;
it is of half long shape, rose-colored, and flesh
as solid as an apple; it has not that strong
flavor of the Black Spanish and keeps equally
well. Per pkt. 5 ets., oz. 10 cts., 4% Ib. 20
cts.. lb. 75 cts.

LONG BLACK SPANISH. One of the hardiest

and best-for winter use. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts., % lb. 20 ets., lb. 75 cts.

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PARSNIPS.

Ger. Pastinake. Fr. Panais.
One ounce.will sow 200 feet of drill.
Sow as early in the spring as the weather will
permit, in drills 18 inches apart, covering half
an inch deep; when well up, thin out to five or

six inches apart in the rows. Unlike Carrots,
they are improved by the frost, and it is usual
to take up in the fall a certain quantity for
winter use, leaving the rest in the ground until
spring to be dug up as required.
We 23 IMPROVED GUERN-
=f) SEY. This improved
< fine strain of Guern-
sey Parsnip is
strictly a table vari-
ety. The roots do
notgrow long as the
Hollow Crown, but
are of a greater di-
ameter, and more
easily gathered. It
isavery heavy crop-

per; the roots are
smooth, about 12
inches in length,

and with a _ very
deep hollow crown
and small top. The
flesh is very fine
grained and sweet
all the way through,
and of excellent
quality. It is sure
to please all who
try it. -Per pkt. 5
cts., oz 10 cts. %
lb. 20 cts., Ib. 60 ets.
SUGAR or HOLLOW
CROWN. Rootslong,
ending somewhat
abruptly; grows
mostly below the
surface. It is about
one of the best gar-
standard sort. Per
Y%, Ib. 15 ects., Ib. 50

GUERNSEY PARSNIP,

den varieties, a
pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts.,
cts.

PARSLEY.

Ger. Petersilie. Wr. Persil.

This well known and agreeable savory herb is
used as a garnish and for seasoning soups.
stews, etc. Select a rich soil and sow the seed
as early in the spring as the ground can be
worked, in drills one foot apart; thin out the
plants to three or four inches apart. As it is
slow to vegetate, soak the seed in warm water
for ten or twelve hours. :
EMERALD. The Emerald is distinct in appear-

ance from any of the other varieties, being

of a lighter shade of green. The plant is of
dwarf habit, with leaves finely cut and
curled. Growers for the markets of all the
large cities know how important it is for
their sales to have a stock of parsley that Is

“curly.” -Perspkt: 5.cts., oz. 10 ets., %. Ib. 25

cts., lb. 75 cts.

NEW FERN-LEAVE)). This beautiful Parsley
resembles crested fern or moss in its growth.
It is invaluable as a garnishing plant, and
admirably suited for mixing with dwarf orna-
mental follage plants in the flower garden,
and also for table decorations. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 10 cts., 1%4 Ib. 20 cts., Ib. 65 cts.

PLAIN LEAVED. This is the hardiest and
strongest growing variety. Leaves dark
green, plain, longer than the curled and bet-
ter flavored for seasoning. A covering of
straw or evergreen boughs will ordinarily
protect it through the winter. Per pkt. 3
cts., 0Z. 8 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts.

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

OKRA, or Gumbo.

This vegetable is becoming extensively grown.
The long young pods of this plant are used in
soups, stews, ete., to which they impart a rich
flavor and are considered nutritious. Sow the
seeds thickly in rich ground about the middle of
May, or when the ground has become warm, in
drills three feet apart and one inch deep; thin
out to ten inches apart in the drills. Hoe often
and earth up a little to support the stems. The
very young pods can be gathered and dried for
winter use.

WHITE VELVET. This variety is a great im-
provement on the old Okra. Has long, slen-
der pods, early and very productive. Per pkt.
4 ets., oz. 8 cts., % lb. 25 ets.

RHUBARB, or Pie-Plant.

Ger. Rhubarber. Fr. Rhubarbe.
One ounce will produce about 800 plants.

Sow in drills one foot apart early in spring.
In the fall or next spring transplant to three
feet apart both ways. Do not pluck the stalks
until the third year, and do not let the plant
exhaust itself by running into seed. The soilcan
not be too rich, and mulching with manure each
fall is very beneficial. Stalks are used for pies,
tarts, etc.

LINNEUS. Large, tender, and excetlent flavor.

Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., % Ib. 50 cts.

SPINACH.

Ger. Spinat. Fr. Hpinard.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.

This is an important market gardener’s crop
of easy culture. It must be grown in deep, rich
soil. For summer use sow early in the spring,
in drills one foot apart, covering seed one inch
deep. Sow at intervals of two weeks through
the season. For very early spring use, sow in
September and protect by covering with straw.
LONG STANDING. This is decidedly the best

variety for spring sowing, having all the good

qualities of the other sorts; besides remain-
ing a long time before running to seed; valu-
able for market gardeners. Per pkt. 4 cts.,
oz. 7 cts;.44 Ib. 15 ctsS Ib. 35sctss

NEW VICTORIA. The foliage is heavy, the
broad, dark green leaves being of the true

Savoy appearance and of the finest quality,

but the most remarkable feature that will

make it of special value, that it is in prime

condition from two to three weeks after all

other varieties of Spinach have run to seed.

eae 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4% Ib. 15 cts., Ib.
cts,

SALSIFY, or OYSTER
PLANT.

Ger. Bocksbart, Fr. Salsifis.
One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill.

A delicious vegetable. Cut into small pieces
it makes a fine soup, like that from oysters. It
is also parboiled, grated fine, made into small
balls, dipped in butter and fried; also cooked
whole as parsnips. Culture and treatment same
as for parsnips.

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. An im-
proved type of this excellent vegetable. It
produces roots of nearly double the size and
weight of the old variety, and of equally goof
quality. It is very tender and delicious, and
resembles a good sized parsnip. Per pkt. 5
cts., oz. 15 cts., \% lb. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25.

SQUASH.

Ger. Kuerbis. Fr. Courge.
One ounce will plant about 25 hills.

Plant about the middle of May, in hills, the
early varieties four or five feet apart, and the
late sorts eight to ten feet. The hills should be
highly manured, and prepared in a similar man-
ner as those of melons. Plant from six to ten
seeds in a hill, thinning out after they have
attained their rough leaves, leaving three or
four of the strongest plants. Dust the plants,
when the dew is on, with air-slacked lime or

ashes, to protect them from the striped bug.

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A treatise, entitled ‘‘SquasHES,”’ and how totgrow
them,” by mail prepaid for 30 cents,

WARTED HUBBARD. See Novelties,
GOLDEN HUBBARD. See:Noveltves.

MAMMOTH:-WHITE, Bush Scallop. This excel-
lent large strain is ten days earlier than the
common stock. The squashes average at least
double the size, and is a continuous bearer

from early in the season till late in the fall.
A splendid variety for market and the best of
all for the shipper and family garden. Per
pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., %4 1b. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts.

GIANT BUSH SUMMER CROOKNECK. This
magnificent strain has been brought about by
years of painstaking selection. It is a beau-
tiful bright yellow, and grows to a very large
size; very early, and is a most profitable sort
for marketing, because it grows so quick and
large. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., %4 Ib. 20 cts.,
Ib. 60 cts.

HUBBARD SQUASH.

HUBBARD. The standard winter Squash; flesh
bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry
and sweet, rich flavored; keeps perfectly good
throughout the winter; boils or bakes very
dry, and is esteemed by many to be as good
baked as the Sweet Potato. Per pkt. 5-cts.,
oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

EARLY PROLIFIC MARROW. A fall or winter
variety. A grand improvement upon the Bos-
ton Marrow, in point of earliness, productive
ness and good keeping qualities. Market gar-
deners will find that its brilliant orange-red
color and fine cooking qualities will make it
popular with the consumer. Per pkt. 4 ets..
oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 20 ects., Ib. 60 cts.

SIBLEY, or PIKE’S PEAK. The shell is pale
green in color, very hard and flinty. The
flesh is solid and thick, orange in color, being
dry and rich. The squashes range from eight
to eleven pounds. The vine is vigorous and
hardy. In its keeping qualities it excels fll,
constantly improving in flavor and quality
until the very last. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts.,
¥% |b. 20 cts., Ib. 60 ets.

COLE’S SQUASH SEED.

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COPYRIGHT.1893. BY M B.FAXON GO.

THE FAXON. A distinctive feature of this
Squash is, when ripe they vary in color, some
being a pale yellow, while others are mot-
tled green. The flesh is a deep orange yel-
low, seed cavity very small, shell thin, but
squashes are hard and solid. It is one of the
best squashes ever tasted, sweet and dry, and
for squash pies it must be tried to be appre-
ciated. It matures early and is one of the
best winter squashes, being a very late Keeper.
It is the only squash that every specimen isof

good quality without regard to size or whether
it is ripe or green. It is enormously produc-
tive, and of medium size Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts., % Ib. 20 cts., lb. 60 ets.

MARBLEHEAD. This flesh is of rather a lighter
color than the Hubbard, while its sweetness,
dryness and delicious flavor are remarkable.
In yield it equals this variety, while its keep-
ing qualities are declared to surpass it. Per
pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8 cts., % Ib. 20 ets., Ib. 60 cts.

MAMMOTH CHILI. This is the largest variety
known, and under favorable conditions and in
a rich soil it often grows to weigh from 100 to
200 pounds, and specimens have been grown
to weigh 300 pounds. Excellent for stock; very

productive. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 ets., % Ib.
20 ets., lb. 75 ets.
FORDHOOK. A fine variety for family use.

The flesh is dry and sweet, and the best in
quality of all winter squashes. Placed in a
cool, dry room, keeps in perfect condition
throughout the winter and spring. Matures
early, and is everywhere a sure cropper. The

meat is very thick, and seed cavity small.
Another feature is that the green squashes
can be used at any stage of their growth. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., % Ib. 20 ets.

FORDHOOK SQUASH.

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TOMATO.

Ger. Liebesapfel. Fr. Tomatoe.
One ounce will produce about 2,500 plants.

Sow in hot-bed in March or April, or for want
of hot-bed in window-pots or boxes, or in a
warm border on the south side of a fence by the
last of April or first of May. Thin to 3 or 4
inches to keep them low and stocky, and when
frosts are no longer to be feared, transplant
to 4 by 4 feet apart. Hoe often and earth up
a little until the plants are a foot high, when
they must be supplied with supports, or be
allowed to spread on the ground. Our Tomato
seed is all saved with great care, and will
please the most critical.

EARLY FREEDOM, See Novelties.
FORDHOOK FANCY. See Novelties.
HONOR BRIGHT. See Novelties.
WHITE’S EXCELSIOR. See Novelties.

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FORDHOOK FIRST TOMATO.
FORDHOOK FIRST. This variety

This Tomato,
perfectly smooth

good quality.

illustration, is and
fruits of poor quality of the old Early Rich-
mond type, as we considered their quality and
form too poor for either market or home use.
It ripens up evenly about the stem, is heavy,
with a tough skin, of medium size, color of a

beautiful crimson, tinted with purple. Per
okt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., %4 Ib. 75 cts.

BOND’S EARLY MINNESOTA. Mr. Brinton,
the Tomato specialist, who tested 110 va-
rieties of Tomatoes, states that this was
the first to ripen. Most of the extra early
varieties are irregular in shape, this is
always round and smooth. Vines vigorous.
with rather small teaf; fruit of medium size.
of good shape, and dark red color. Thev
ripen evenly, remain solid a long time and
never crack. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., \%
lb. 50 cts. Ib. $1.50.

ATLANTIC PRIZE. One of the earliest of

all tomatoes. The vines grow strong, stiff
and very rapidly, setting the crown fruit when
quite young, the buds appearing before the
plant is four inches high. The fruit is borne
in immense clusters, each vine producing
from sixty to eighty large, perfect fruits, very
solid and or the finest quality. Per pkt. 5
cts., oz. 20 cts., 4% Ib. 60 cts.

is really
the only Smooth Early Tomato introduced so
far, as early as the earliest, solid, and extra
as shown in our
readv
to market as soon as the rough, unshapely

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

MATCHLESS,. This tomato is well named; itis

malchless in form. The skin being so tough

that if picked when ripe they can be kept In
good condition as long as ten days. It is a
strong grower and productive, producing fruit
of large size. The fruit is very free from
core, of medium size; color, rich cardinal red.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 44 lb. 60 ets.

THE STONE. This variety is very large, andof

bright scarlet color: very smooth, ripening
evenly to the stem without a _ crack,
exceedingly solid; is an excellent shipper:
quality the very best; fine for canning: a
good keeper; without hard core; not subiect
to rot; its vines and foliage rank and rob‘st.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 ets., % Ib. 60 ets.

DWARF CHAMPION. This variety is dwarf

and compact in habit; it stands up well, even
when loaded with fruit; having a stiff, bushy
stem, can be planted close together; very
desirable in small gardens; very early. It
is always smooth and attractive in appear-
ance; the skin is tough and the flesh solid.
Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 20 cts., %4 lb. 60 ets.

NEW IMPERIAL. This fine new Tomato is

not so early as the Fordhook First, but the
fruits are of larger size and thicker through.
It is smooth and solid, heavy, and one of
the most productive varieties. It not only
produces very early fruits, but it will hold
out through the season until late in the fall.
It is also a splendid keeper. Of a bright red
color, changing to light purple when full
ripe. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15. cts., %4 Ib.

ets., Ib. $1.75.

NEW IMPERIAL TOMATO.

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COLE’S TOMATO SEED. a

ROYAL RED TOMATO.

ROYAL RED. This is a first-class main crop
variety for the shipper, market and private
gardener, and of special value to the Canner
and Catsup Maker, for whose use it is

f expected to eclipse all others. It is of a
deep, rich red color, without any purple tinge.
Per pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 20 cts., 14 1b. 60 cts.

PONDEROSA. ‘the Ponderosa, or Hender-
son’s 400, is the largest Tomato grown.
Twelve specimens have been exhibited that
weighed 161%4 pounds, and one monster tipping
the scale at nearly FOUR POUNDS. It pos-
sesses every good quality to be found in a
tomato. The vines are strong and vigorou;
its MASSIVE FRUITS are very free from
ridges. The skin is very firm, making it a
fine variety for shipping purposes. It has
remarkably solid flesh, and is almost seedless:
of a dark rich crimson color; its FLAVOR IS
DELICIOUS, whether used raw or cooked;
it has a pleasant, sub-acid flavor. Per pkt. 5
cts., 0z. 25 cts.

MIKADO, A variety of immense size, perfectly
solid, and unsurpassed in quality. The color
is purplish red. They ripen up”°evenly with-
out core. The form of the fruit is round and
thick, and sometimes of irregular shape. Has
been grown to weigh from 1 to 1% pounds
each. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., %4 lb. 60 ets.

LIVINGSTON’S FAVORITE. Large, smooth
blood-red sort, early; ripens all over and

through at once. For canning has no super-
ior; a tough skin, will bear shipping long dis-
tances. Very few seeds, and has no hard
green core. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 lb.
50 cts, lb. $1.75.

LIVINGSTON’S BEAUTY. BSarly, of smooth
form, free from rot, keeps and carries well.
In color, a rich, glossy crimson. It is valua-

LIVINGSTON’S PERFECTION, Anearly variety

of considerable merit, of a blood-red color,
round in shape, perfectly smooth, and very
solid; ripens uniformly, and bears abundantly
until frost comes; free from seeds, and for
canning and shipping purposes it surpasses
any hitherto offered. Per, pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15
cts., 4% Ib. 50 cts., lb. $1.75.

GOLDER QUEEN. A jsellow variety of first-

class quality; large, smooth, solid, and pro-
ductive; has very little acid, flavor excellent.
None better for slicing and _ preserving.
Sliced with one of the red sorts it makes a
pleasing appearance. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25
cts.

YELLOW FIG, or YELLOW PLUM. recom-

ble for market from its solidity, toughness of |

skin, and from the fact that it will ripen up
well when picked green. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz.
15 cts., 4 1b. 50 ets., lb. $1.75.

PEACH. This is the most delicious tomato,
having an appetizing, fruity flavor, not met
with in any other. The frait 1s of uniform
size, and resembles a peach in shape, size and
color. It is without a rival for eating from
the hand, the flesh being of a rich flavor.
Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

mended especially for pickles and preserves.
Fruit uniformly oval, lemon-colored and
smooth-skinned. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

IMPROVED GROUND CHERRY, or STRAW-

BERRY. Grows enclosed in a husk, excellent
for preserves; will keep within husks all win-
ter. This is well
worth growing for
preserves, both on
account of its fine
quality and im-
mense_ productive- jj
ness. The fruit has #7)
a pleasant straw- fast
berry-like flavor, fp
and is mueh es- fg
teemed, and_ by \wi
some considered in- W\=
dispensable for pies, &
sauce, ete., both
green and dry. s : SLM
When dried they re- IMPROVED GROUND CHERRY
semble raisins some-

what. With the addition of lemon juice it is
frequently preserved like plums as well as

‘stewed and served like cranberries. Per pkt.

5 ets., oz. 25 ets.

See Novelties for best new vari-

eties of Tomatoes.

5° COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL

TURNIP.

Ger. Steckrube. Er. Navet.
One ounce will sow 200 feet of drill.

For the spring crop sow the different early
kinds as early as the seed can be got into the
ground in drills 14 inches apart, and thin to five
or six inches. For the fall or main crop, sow,
at the north, from the middle of July to the
last of August, in drills as directed for the
spring sowing. In the field the turnips are
more generally sown broadcast, though much
the larger crops are obtained by .drill culture.
Always sow your Turnips as soon after a rain
as the ground can be raked, or harrowed
fine if possible. If sown before a heavy rain
there is formed a crust which generally smoth-
ers the sprouting seed. One pound is suffi-
cient to sow an acre. Our Turnip and Ruta-

Baga Seed is grown from selected roots and is
of excellent quality.

EARLY WHITE MILAN TURNIP.

EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN. Amongst
the finer Turnips this takes the first rank
by its unexcelled earliness and its beauiiful
shape. It grows with wonderful rapidity
and is the earliest White Turnip in cultiv
tion. Of splendid quality, small top and
single tap-root, it is most attractive with
clear white skin and flesh; fine grained and
tender, Per pkt.. 5 cts, (oz., 10 .cts,..34 Ib: 25
cts., per lb. $1.00.

EXTRA EARLY PURPLE MILAN. One of
the earliest varieties, two weeks earlier than
ted Top Strap Leaved. The bulb is flat, of
medium size, smooth, with a bright purple
top. The pure white flesh is of excellent
quality, being hard, solid, and fine grained:
it is an excellent keeper. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz.
1Osctss. 24. lb.4:20" Ctse Vib: (5 Vets:

SCARLET KASHMYR. A new and entirely
distinct Turnip. The outer color is. rich
searlet, while the flesh is snow-white. It is
an extra early sort, small, rarely exceeding

three inches in diameter, and flat; the flesh
is very solid, tender, fine-grained and of good
quality. An excellent keeper, and when
cooked of unsurpassed quality. Per pkt. 5

CLS, 02. 10 CISi5;-4ulDerco, CLS. ID ei onGEs

EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH. Avery popular
market variety. Grows quickly, comes early.
clear white skin and flesh of juicy, mild flavor
and excellent quality. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8
cts., 14 lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

EARLY WHITE EGG. A variety for early or
fall sowing; flesh white. fine grained and
sweet; very large, perfectly smooth and pure
white. An extra keeper, and in every respect
a first-class variety. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 8
cts., %4 1b. 15 cts., Ib. 50 ects.

RED TOP STRAP-LEAVED. This is the leading
variety for main crop; form roundish or flat,
medium size, small top; few leaves, which are
entirely upright: tap root small, color red or
purple above ground; one of the best for fam.
ily use, either spring or fall. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 8 cts., 4% Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 50 cts.

PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE, One of the best
varieties grown. Or large size and very
rapid growth; globe-shaped bulbs with pur-
ple top; fine quality. Very handsome and
most attractive for market. Per pkt. 4 cts.,
oz. 8 cts., % lb. 15 ets., lb. 50 ets.

LARGE WHITE GLOBE. A variety grown ex-
clusively for feeding stock; very productive;
in good rich soil the roots will frequently
grow to twelve pounds in weight. Per pkt. 4
cts., oz, 7 cts., %4 1b. 15 cts.. 1b. 50 ets.

LONG WHITE COW HORN. This variety
grows very quickly to good size; flesh white.
fine-grained and sweet. It keeps well and is
esteemed by some as the best. Per pkt. 4
cts.,. 02: 7 ets,, 14. Ib: 15sets ibe boners:

RORERTSON’S GOLDEN BALL, It is the best
of the Yellows for a fall crop; is very solid
and of good flavor; flesh bright orange; of a
globe form, and keeps well; an excellent table
variety. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 cts., % Ib. 15
cts., lb. 50 ets.

YELLOW ABERDEEN. Very hardy and produc-
tive, bulb globular, flesh tender, sweet, anda
good keeper. Good either for stock or table
ae ae pkt. 4 cts., oz. 7 cts., % Ib. 15 ets.,

; cts.

RUTA-BAGA, or SWEDE
TURNIP.

The Ruta-Baga, Swedish or Russian Turnip.
is extensively grown for a farm crop; the roots
close-grained, very hard, and will endure a con-
siderable degree of cold without injury. The
roots are best preserved in a pit or cellar dur-
ing the winter, and excellent for the table
early in spring. Sow from’ middle of May ti
middle of June in drills two feet apart, and
thin out or transplant to eight or ten inches.

7 i) \

SS!

BREADSTONE. They are medium size, very
quick giowing, the roots ars smooth, white.
with faint green top. The fiesh is per-
fectly white, fine grained, remarkably tender
and very sweet; it is the finest table turnip
for winter and spring use we have ever seen.
Per pkt.. 5 ets., 0z.° 10 -cts., 242 Ube pZomers:.
Ib. 75 cts. :

IMPROVED AMERICAN. This variety is largely
grown in this country, both for the table and
feeding stock; flesh very solid; fine quality;
keeps well until summer. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz.
8 cts., 4% Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 50 cts. ,

CARTER’S IMPERIAL HARDY. A most excel-
lent sort for either table use or feeding stock;
flesh yellow, solid, firm, sweet and rich, it isa
hardy sort, yields enormously, a good keeper,
and one of the best. Per pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 8
cts., 44 Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

SWEET GERMAN. This variety is very popu-
lar among gardeners. Shape smooth and reg-
ular, flesh pure white, of extraordinary solid-
ity, very sweet, mild and well flavored;
retains its freshness until spring; as a table
variety must be classed among the best. Per
pkt. 5 cts., oz. 8 cts., 4% Ib. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts.

COLE’S VEGETABLE SEEDS.

RED TOP STRAP-LEAVED.

TOBACCO.

Ger. Tabac, Fr. Tabac.

One ounce will sow 30 feet square and rroduce plants
Jor one acre.

The seed should be sown very early in the
spring, as early as possible after the danger of
frost is over. A good plan is to burn a quantity
of brush and rubbish in the spring, on the
ground intended for the seed bed; then dig and
thoroughly pulverize the earth and mix with
ashes, after which the seed may be sown and
ecoverd very lightly. When the plants are about
six inches high transplant into rows 3% feet
. apart each way, and cultivate thoroughly with
plow and hoe.

An essay entitled ‘“ToBACCO CULTURE” by mail
prepaid for 25 cts.

PRIMUS. This early tobacco grows rapidly:
The leaves are large and long, fibre fine and
yields heavy crops of extra fine quality. Thv
plants stand up well; the leaves, somewhat
close together. Its early ripening, rendering
the product less liable to frost. Per pkt. 3
ets., oz. 20 ets., %4 lb. 60 cts., lb. $2.00.

SWEET ORONOKO. This variety makes the
sweetest, best and most substantial ‘‘Fillers,”’
and makes, when sun-cured, the best natural
chewing leaf. The favorite for the ‘‘home-
spun’’ wherever known. It is known as Lit-
tle Oronoko in some localities, and Is growing
in demand. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 Ib.
60 cts., lb. $2.00.

CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF. An old, well-
known variety. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., %
Ib. 60 cts., Ib. $2.00.

- HAVANA, From seed imported from the best
growers. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

POT, MEDICINAL AND
SWEET HERBS.

A few pot and sweet herbs (for flavoring
soups, meats, ete.) are indispensable to every
garden, while some of the medicinal herbs will
also be found very useful. Herbs in general
love a mellow and free soil. Sow early in
spring, in shallow drills, one foot apart, and
when well up thin out or transplant from six to
ten inches apart. Care should be taken to har-
vest them properly. Do this on a dry day just
before they come into full blossom; dry quickly
in the shade; pack close in dry boxes to exclude
the air entirely.

Those marked with a * are perennial, and
when once obtained in the garden may be pre-
served for years with little attention.

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ANISE. (Pimpinella Anisum.) Used for cordiat,
garnishing and flavoring; the seeds have an
agreeable aromatic taste. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz.
10 cts.

*BALM. WMellisa Officinalis) The leaves have a
fragrant odor and are used for making a
pleasant beverage, known as balm wine, also
for balm tea, for use in fevers. Per pkt. 4
cts., oz 20 cts.

BASIL SWEET. (Ocymum Basilicum.) The leaves
are used for flavoring soups, and highly sea-
soned dishes. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 2U ets.

*CARAWAY. (Uarnm Carui.) Grown for seeds,
which are extensively used for ftlavoring
bread, pastry, soups, ete. Per pkt. 4 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., % lb. 25 ets.

CORIANDER, (Coriandrum Sativum.) The seeds
are used in the manufacture of liquors, in con-
fectionery, and a great number of culinary

preparations. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4
Ib. 25 ets., lb. 75 cts.
DILL. (Anethwm Graveolens.) The seeds have an

aromacic odor,and warm, pungent taste. They
are used as a condiment, and also for
pickling with cucumbers to heighten the fila-
vor. Per pkt. 4 ects., oz. 10 cts., 44 Ib. 25 ets.,
Ib. $1.00.

*HOREHOUND. (J/arrubium Vulgare.) This herb
is a tavorite remedy in pulmonary complaints.
It enters largely into the composition or
cough syrups and lozenges. Ver pkt. 5 ets.,
oz. 2d cts.

*HYSSOP. (//yssopus Uficinalis.) The leaves and
flower stocks are used medicinally; it is a
Stimiuiant and expectorant, and employed in
humoral asthma and chronic catarru. Per
pkt. + cts., 02. 25 cts.

*LAVENDER. (Lavendula Vera.) It is cultivated
for its fragrant spikes of fowers which are
used fo1 the distiliation of Lavender Water.
Being dried aud put up in paper bags, they
are also used to perfume linen. Per pkt. 3-
cts., 04. 20 cts.

MAJORUM SWEET. ((rigamum Majorum.) The
leaves aud ends of the shouts are highly es-
teemed for seasoning, both in summer and
dried for winter use. Ver pkt. 5 cts., oz. 2U
cts.

SAFFRON. (Carthamus Vinctorivs.) The flower
is the part used medicinally, which should be
pickled while in full bloom, and dried for use.
Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 cts.

*SAGE BROAD-LEAVED. (Salvia Offcinalis.)
The most extensively used of all herbs for sea-
soning and dressing; indispensable. Per pkt.
5 Cts.. 04. 15 cts., 4% Ib. 40 ects., Ib. $1.50.

SUMMER SAVORY. (Satureia Hortensis.) The
plant is aromatic. The tops are used either
green or dry, in stufling meats, also for salads
and soups. . Per pkt. 5 ects., oz. 20 ets.

*SWEET THYME. (Vhyme Vulgaris.) A medi-
cinal and cul.nary herb. The young leaves
and tops are used for soups, dressing and
sauce, either green or dry. Thyme tea is a
cure for nervous headache. Ver pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 25 cts.

SORREL FRENCH. ‘The leaves, having an acid
taste, may be employed in salads; it is used
principally for soups, and is sometimes
cooked. as Kale or Spinach. It makes a good
dish. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 cts.

*WORMWOOD.
medicinally, and is beneficial
should be planted in poultry yards.
5 ets., 0z. 25 ects.

CARAWAY SEED. For flavoring. Peroz.5cts.,
¥, Ib. 15 ets., Ib. 40 cts.

(Artemisia Absinthium.) Used
for poultry;
Per pkt.

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

SELECTED FARM SEEDS.

We give careful attention to the selectio
new improved varieties of special merit, and th
finest quality and best varieties must prove of
well cleaned, and of the ti est quality possible.

i j ake no charge for bags,
SCAN treinht Chatsee 1 if purchaser on peck and bushel lots.

EXPRESS. PLEASE ORDER EARLY.

office. All freight charges io de paid by

whether seeds are to be sent by FREIGHT or

SEED OATS.

EARLY CHAMPION. This new variety of
Oats has increased in popularity every year
as one of the very best early dwarf Oats.
and is grown very largely in central part of
state, on rich, heavy loam, where other
varieties would grow to rank. This sort will
hardly ever lodge, as it has short, stiit straw.
Ripens early; ready to cut just after winter-
wheat is finished, so it generally escapes the
hot, scorching weather. a n ,
sowing clover and timothy it is by far '
best, being equal in this respect to winter
wheat. Farmers who sowed this variety t
past season had a pertect stand of clover.
while in the late oats it was poor on account
of the heavy rank growth. Many report a
yield of 40 bushels per acre of this variety
in a season when most all other sorts
returned only a light yield. This variety 1s
worthy of a trial by every farmer. Per.lb. 20
cts., 3 lbs. 50 cts., post-paid; pk. 25 cts., bu.
85 cts., 5 bu. $3.75, 10 bu. $7.00.

THE LINCOLN. This splendid variety origi-
nated in Minnesota, and the introducers de-
seribe it as follows: First. The Lincoln Oats
are very productive, having in aN instances
yielded more to the acre than any other sort

grown in the same locality. Second. They
are very early. Third. They have thus far
proven themselves RUST-PROOF. Fourth.
They stand up better than any other sort,
Fifth. They are best for feeding on account
of their thin hull, heavy meat and soft nib.
Sixth. Thy are best for oatmeal or grinding
for the same reasons. The past season has
been very disastrous to the oat crop in the
west. But the Lincoln has stood the test
again in yield, stiffness of straw and being
near rust-proof. Per lb. 20 cts., 3 lbs. 50 cts.,
a cts., bu. 75 cts., 5 bu. $3.25, 10 bu.
$6.00.

NEW ZEALAND. This grand variety was first

introduced in 1895 and has given remarkable
satisfaction, in one instance yielding 102
bushels per acre while other varieties in the
same vicinity yielded only 40 to 50 bushels.
They have proved to be far superior in qual.
ity and yield to any other kind and have
yielded 8 to 12 bushels more to the acre, and
weigh 36 to 45 pounds to the bushel. It
is a side-oat with long, heavy, full head. It
averages a trifle higher than other sorts, has
very stiff, strong straw, never known to
lodge. It has never rusted and does well on
all kinds of soil. About one week later in
maturing than the common round head oat.
thus giving time to harvest the hay crop.
Tested 40 lbs. to the bushel from the machine
without rec:eaning, and gives an extraor-
dinary large yield. They stool out remark-
ably well, and thus require less seed to the

acre. The Zealand and Lineoln QOats are
bound to supersede all the old varieties. Per
ib. 20 cts., 3 Ibs. 50 cts.. nk. 25 cts., bu. 70

cts., 5 bu. $3.00, 10 bu. $5.00.

SUCCESS BEARDLESS.

As a nurse crop for

n of the best Farm Seeds, and our list embraces
e unusual care exercised by us to secure the
great value to our customers.

It is selected,

and deliver free to Freight depot or Express
Please state

BARLEY.

All barley growers
have expericnced the annoyance occasioned

by the chafing and sticking of the beards
while threshing. This nuisance has been
overcome in the SUCCESS BEARDLESS

BARLEY, which is entirely free form beards.
This barley is six-rowed, the straw, which
grows to a good height, is stiff and strong
and does not readily lodge. ‘The heads
resemble stiooth wheat, with the exception
of a small duck bill on the point of each
grain. This comes off readily in threshing.
leaying the threshed grain looking like any
other white barley. Per Ib. 20 cts., 3 lbs. 5
cts., by freight, pk. 35 cts., bu. $1.10, 5 bu.
$4.75, 10 bu. $8.00.

WHITE HULLESS or IDEAL. There is a

growing demand for barley for feeding pur-
poses, used in the same manner as oats,
either to be fed alone or to be used in mixed
feeds. It is only of recent years that the
great value of barley as a feed has become
appreciated. The difficulty with most varie-
ties for feeding has been the beards, common
to most sorts. In the new White Hulless Bar-
ley this objection is overcome. It is not only
beardless but hulless, having a white grain.
weighing 60 to 65 pounds to the measured
bushel. The heads are about three inches
long and are borne on top of a _ strong
straw capable of sustaining -he weight of head
perfectly. It is what is known as a six-rowed
barley, very productive, and in feeding prop-
erties far exceed the common kind, as there is
no waste in the Hulless. Per lb. 20 ets., 3
lbs. 50 cts., pk. 40 ets., bu. $1.35, 5 bu. $6.00.

BUCKWHEAT,

NEW JAPANESE. The kernel of this new

buckwheat are nearly twice as large as the
common kind; the straw is stouter and
heavier; it branches more and does not need
to be sown as thickly; the flour made from it
is equal to that from any other buckwheat; it
is a very heavy cropper; farmers are enthu-
siastic in its praises. It is less apt to blight
than other varieties: We consider the Japan-
ese Buckwheat to be far ahead of all other
kinds. So far it outyields_ the old Gray or
Silver Hull, two to one. Per lb. 20 ets.. 3
lbs. 50 ects., not prepaid, pk. 30 cts., bu. $1.00,
5 bu. $4.00.

FIELD PEAS,

Every year there is more inquiry by a number
of our best farmers for Field Peas. Peas stand
in the front rank as a fodder crop, especially for
hogs. They can be fed green or dry. As a fer-
tilizer they come next to clover, to be plowed
under when they commence to blossom; they
will grow on land that will not produce clover.
Sow 1% to 2.bushels to the acre, or, if with
oats sow 1 bushel of each. Do not sow on rich
ground—will make too much vine.

CANADA FIELD PEAS WHITE. This isa

standard sort: seeds white in color,

Per pk.
40 cts., bu. $1.50, 5 bu: S7.d0:

CANADA FIELD PEAS GREEN. Like above,

except that color is green.

é Per pk. 40 cts, bu.
$1.50, 5 bu. $7.00. -

COLES’ FARM

SPILTZ,

A most wonderful new grain, which, we
believe, will prove of much value. For cen-
turies past it has been grown in a limited way
in Hastern Russia near the Caspian Sea, its
value not being known to the agriculturists of
the civilized world. Seven years ago an emi-
grant from there brought some to this country
and has been growing it since. A prosperous
American farmer who lives near him secured
sufficient seed from him to sow five acres three
years ago and was surprised at the large crop.
Last year again it produced a large crop, yield-
ing more than barley or oats. He says that
under the same circumstances it will produce
double as much as barley. He has been feed-
ing the grain quite extensively, having no
thought of offering it for seed. The grain.
which is intermediate between wheat and bar-
ley, the spikelets being separated from each
other in such a manner that the crop is not
readily injured by the weather. The chaft
adheres to the grain when thrashed. We
believe it will prove of much value for milling
as well as for feeding. Will grow and pro-
duce immense crops on poor soil, and the dry
weather appears to have no effect on _ it.
Botanically it is known as Triticum Spelta
and is supposed to be the grain grown in
Egypt in the time of Moses. We ean only
offer it in small quantities but it will pay
farmers to test it this year. Per large pkt.
10 cts., lb. 40 ects., 3 Ibs. $1.00, by mail, post-
paid. By freight per pk. $1.00, bu. $3.00.

SPANISH PEANUTS.

A desirable variety because it is early and a
good bearer; the peas hang to the root and can
be rapidly gathered. The pea is smaller than
the Virginia Peanut, but fills out well. This
variety can be grown IN THE NORTH and has
yielded abundantly. Plant as soon as the
ground becomes warm, from two to three feet
apart each way, four or five to the hill, cover-
ing two or three inches. Tne soil should be
deep and mellow, and well broken up so as to
be ready for planting soon after frost is over.
April is a suitable time. They produce 25 to 70
bushels per acre, and are as easily cultivated as
corn. Per pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts.

BROOM CORN SEED,

IMPROVED EVERGREEN. One of the best for
general culture, ripens early; grows 8 to 9
feet high, finest brush, never crooked, good
length. Plant in hills 18 inches apart in the
rows and the rows three feet apart. Requires
similar land and later planting than corn.
susie 20 cts., 3 lhs. 50 cts., pk. 50 cts., bu.

CALIFORNIA GOLDEN. Anexcellent standard
variety, grows a very fine brush of good

._length, and is free from the large center stem.
Bleaches very: easily, even in the sun. Per lb.
20 cts., 3 Ibs. 50 cts., pk. 50 cts., bu. $1.50.

DWARF EMERALD. This variety is sent out.
by one of our Iowa seedsmen, is deseribed as
follows: This splendid new variety which we
now offer is the result of a cross between
the Dwarf Evergreen and California Golden.
It is the greatest advance which has been
made for years past. The stock is short.
Its one object seems to be to produce the
long, perfect shaped brush in the shortest
possible space of time, so that it loses no
time making tall stalks. The br~2e is long
and, straight, almost every wand being
suitable for hurl, and of a nandsome green
color which never gets red. It is very pro-
ductive; a large quantity can be grown to
the acre, and it will bring a high price. Per
Ib. 20 cts., 3 lbs. 50 cts., pk. 75 cts, bu. $2.25.

A treatise entitled ‘‘Broom Corn AND Brooms’? and
tts cultivation for 50 cts. .

SOJA BEANS, OR COFFEE BERRY.

SOJA BEAN or COFFEE BERRY. This v
riety has been largely soid under the name
of German Coffee Berry at extravagantly high
prices. The berries ripen in about four
months from time of planting and produce a
crop of 20 to 30 bushels to the acre and are
as easily grown as other beans. When roasted
and ground it closely resembles coffee and
tastes quite similar. Its great value to the
farmer lays in the fact that when ground it
makes one of the most valuable crops for feed-
ing stock and adds greatly to the milk pro-
duction. Sow broadcast % bushel to the acre
or it may be planted in drills three feet apart
and one foot between plants. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
Y% |b. 15 ets., Ib. 40 ets., pk. $1.00.

SUNFLOWER SEED.

MAMMOTH RUSSIAN. Sunflower seed is the
best egg-producing food known for poultry;
they eat it greedily, keeping them in fine con-
dition, and fatten well on it. It is also being
planted in low grounds and around drains as
a preventive of malarial fevers. It can be
planted on any waste piece of ground from
first of May to first of July. Plant in hills 3
feet apart. Oz. 5 cts., %4 Ib. 10 ets., Ib. 25
ets., 10 lbs. $1.00.

WHITE BRAUTY. A mammoth single-flower-
ing variety with pure white seeds, which is
the result of eight years of careful selection.
Desirable for the flower garden and also un-
excelled for poultry, out-yielding the old sorts
almost two to one in quantity of seeds pro-
duced to the acre. Per pkt. 8 ets., oz. 7 cts..
Y% |b. 15 ets., Ib. 35 ets.

Send us a list of your wants in Field Seeds:
If we have a surplus in some lines, will quote
you lower prices.

54 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

SEED -POTA TOES:

With no other seed is the importance of a change more necessary than with the potato.
We offer a few selected and of the choicest of the newer varieties, which are worthy of a

thorough trial by all progressive farmers and potato growers.
With the potato old varieties seem to run out, and it has been found absolutely necessary

to plant new varieties with new blood and vigor to insure large crops of potatoes, and they wil:
prove far superior to old stock in EARLY MATURITY, INCREASED ‘YIELD, and VIGOR-
OUS GROWTH. Our stock has been grown in the North expressly for seed purposes, well

selected, hand-picked tubers.

Would advise potato growers to secure and test the leading new varieties.

We book orders at any time, and fill in rotation just as soon as the weather will permit,
except at the risk of purchaser. At prices named we make no charges for bags, boxes, bar-

rels or drayage. ,
TO AVOID DELAY, when ordering late in the season, it would be well to mention your

second choice provided we should be sold out of variety ordered.

At the pound price we send by mail prepaid; at peck, bushel and barrel rate, they are sent by freigh
or express at expense of purchaser.

POUND PRICES. All varieties at 30 cts. per lb., 3 lbs. for 75 cts., prepaid.

New Extra Early Potato.
The Bovee.

} \

THE BOVEE. This variety is claimed to be :
the earliest and greatest cropper of all early
potatoes. The introducers, Peter Henderson
& Co., describe it as follows: ‘‘Ali reports
received proclaim it to be a wonderful intro-

duction among early potatoes. Not only is

it the best earliest, but it takes a leading
place among the cropping varieties, an
unusual thing among the first earlies. It is
even earlier than Early Ohio, and compares
favorably with the Triumph, a light cropping
variety that has only extreme earliness to
recommend it, while the BOVEE in all com-
petitive trials has outyielded all the early Ss SS
potatoes, and it has even outyielded many SIR WALTER RALEIGH.

of the late varieties. The vine is dwarf and

stalky, tubers round and smooth; they grow Sir Walter Raleigh Potato.
closely bunched together in the hill. Thev | 4 GRAND NEW MAIN CROP POTATO.
size up to a marketable size more evenly Mr. Carman’s best introduction, the only
than any potato we ever saw; practically the seedling of the well-known Rural New Yorker
whole crop being merchantable. Its eating that is better than its parent. It resembles
quality is extra fine. Price per % pk. 35 cts.. its parent but is more uniform and yields
pk. 60 cts., bu. $1.50, 3 bu. $4.00. practically no small tubers, every one being

. marketable. It is from four to six days later
EXTRA EARLY OHIO. This standard extra than the Rural New Yorker; the eolor of the

early sort matures about two weeks before skin is the same, but the flesh is whiter and
the Early Rose. It is widely known and of better quality; in fact, it is the whitest-
deservedly popular in all parts of the country. fleshed and finest-grained Potato, excelling
It has given better satisfaction over a wider even the Snowflake. Its is unquestionably
range of country than any other variety. ee a set sitar rte Eo 2
Our choice Northern grown seed is at least Gretnds it Brn vabe Hien beat Sats ieiredicees
ten days earlier than Southern grown stock. cropper of 49 varieties, and at farms of three
and will out-yield them by far. Experienced potato experts in New Jersey, New York and
gardeners will have no other seed at any Connects en ee Lg tal on
price. Per pk. 40 cts., bu. $1.25, 3 bu. $3.25. pk. 60 cts., bu. $1.50.

ni ae

COLE’S SEED POTATOES.

CARMAN No. 3. The fame of this potato is
abroad in the land wherever Editor Carman,
of the Rural New Yorker, is known. Like
“Carman No. 1,”’ it is a seedling from seed-
lings, and it resembles that variety in having
few and shallow eyes. Without any ap-
proach to an exception it is the greatest
yilelder ever introduced! It may fairly be
claimed that it does not yield any small
tubers at all: It bears its tubers very close
to the plant, a single turn of the fork turning
out every potato. It is of the largest size
and of the shapeliest form, as will be seen
from our illustration. It is a perfect keeper;
that is, it will not sprout up to planting time,
unless kept in a warm place. Both. skin and
flesh are of extreme whiteness. Eyes few
and shallow. Late in ripening. The intro-
ducer says our claims for ‘‘Carman No. 3”
are: ist. It is the handsomest large potato
ever produced. 2d. It will out-y eld any
other potato whatever. 3d. Practically every
potato is of marketable size. 4th. Its table
qualities are fully up to the highest standard,
it has no hollow hearts, and no dark parts.
We are confident that it will soon be the most

popular variety for fleld culture, on account |

of its enormous productiveness and great
beauty. Per pk. 50 cts., bu $1.25.

BURPEE’S EXTRA EARLY.

35

ARLY POTATO.
It has proved
itself as early as the Early Ohio, and nearly
twice as productive. The potatoes are uni-
formly of good size, oblong in shape, very
smooth, eyes set well on the surface, skin
ereamy white, slightly shaded with pink; the
flesh is pure white, remarkably fine grained,
and of the very best table auality. The
tubers grow very compact in the hill, with
strong and vigorous foliage; it is a sure crop-
per, and will undoubtedly become a standard
extra early potato. Per pk. 50 cts., bu. $1.50.

RURAL NEW YORKER No. 2. This potato is

of very distinct and handsome appearance:
the tubers are of large size, with remarkable
smoothness of skin; the eyes are few, distinct
and shallow. It is of extreme whiteness, both
of skin and flesh, and unexcelled table quali-
ties. It has great vigor in growth and solidity
of tuber, which enables it to resist disease.
It has proved to be one of the most valuable
varieties. Certain to become one of our
leading late market potatoes. Pere pk 35
cts., bu. $1.00.

If larger quantities of Potatoes are wanted, send us a list
| for prices.

56 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL. |

CHOICE SEED CORN.

The improved varieties of SEED CORN we offer below are the best now in general use.
They were grown especially for seed purposes. We test many new varieties every year, and
offer only such as will do best in this and otherstates in the west. The Mammoth Southern vari-
eties seldom do well in this climate. We test all varieties before sending out, and all will
grow if properly planted and weather is favorable. i

TO AVOID DELAY, when ordering late in season, it would be well to mention your sec-
ond choice, provided we should be sold out of variety ordered.

PRIDE OF THE NORTH. ‘Uhiscornstillretains IOWA SILVER MINE. This new variety

iis popularity as an exceedingly early and comes very highly recommended, as being one
prolific variety, always maturing in ninety of the best varieties of white corn, somewhat
days; often shelling 62 pounds of grain from similar to the Iowa Gold Mine, but has a
79 pounds of ears. Kernels closely set, large, larger ear. The ears are very even in size,
ot deep orange color; cob very small and red. and well filled out at the tip. It is hardy, a
This is, probably, the best Dent corn for gen- great drouth resister. Would advise our cus-
eral cultivation in the north, and is now tomers to give it a trial. Per pkt. 5 cts.. pt.
largely used in the sonth and west, as it ma- | 70 ee at. 35 cts., pk. 50 cts. bu., $1.25, 2
u. $2.25.

tures its crop before the hot winds affect it.
This corn is not fully appreciated until the |
lurge yield and small percentage of cob to
corn are carefully noted. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt.
20 cts., qt. 35 ets. By freight or express, pk.
SOW GES DUN Ot 255 2) bien g2e25e

IOWA GOLD MINE. This variety has every
where received the most cordial endorsement
as one of the best and most profitable varic-
ties ever grown. It is early, ripening in about
100 days, ears are of good size and symmet-
rical; color a bright golden yellow; grain is
very deep, cob small, and therefore dries out
very quickly as soon as ripe. Seventy pounds
of eaz corn will make about sixty pounds of
shelled corn; and in hauling to market it
weighs out considerable more to the wagon
load than common yarieties. It can be most
configently recommended as the acme of a
bigh bred corn, and will please every one who
tries it. This variety with good weather.
will ripen in every part of our State; it is in-
termediate between the early small-eared
sorts and the large-eared varieties like Masto-
don. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts, qt. 35 cis..
by freight or express, pk. 40 cts., bu. $1.25, ee -
2 bu. $2.00. \ IOWA SILVER MINE CORN.

CHAMPION WHITE PEARL. The merit has
won laurels for this corn and is now univer- | CLARK’S EARLY MASTODON. We consider
sally recognized as the leading standard vari- this the finest large-eared YELL“.W DENT
ety of thoroughbred, pure white dent corn CORN IN Al I i
suitable for general crop. Matures in 100 to N IN AMERICA. It is undoubtedly the
110 days; is very prolific; the grain is extra earliest of all large-eared varieties. The Mas-

deep and wide, with small cob. The stalk is | todon is a high-bred corn of beautiful color
short and thick and roots very deeply with ear : 1 :
growing low upon it, thus standing our se- and one which will please all. It has the
vere storms and drouths well. Per pkt. 5 largest number of rows on cob, and the deep-
Gree ieee cet alee, oan figs or ex- est, longest grain of any yellow corn ever
SWEET CORN FOR FODDER. There is nothing | O"#!nated. It makes the finest appearing

N
we

better for green feed, or for curing tor winter shelled corn ever seen, being a cast of two

Sha ted Corie Ree oe Gee a and colors. It fully withstands the vigor of our
: x e condition and give : ; - .

an abundance of milk. It has the great merit ner enna tec eo bersicietads

eat every part of the stalks and leaves. Also out-yield any corn ever growu in this sec-

excellent for soiling. Sow in drills or broad-

east. State whether it is for summer or win- Gon, TC vellh a ROE es
ter feeding, when ordering. Ter pk. 50 cts., good corn weather. Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts.,
bu. tl 75. 2 bu. $4 25. qt. 35 cts., pk. 50 cts., bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2125

New White Gap Yellow Dent.

_This new corn combines more solid merit than any other corn ever catalogued, being
suitable for all climates and soils, and yet grows large ears and matures eariy. The ear

grows as large as the Leaming corn and is from seven to tem days earlier, and on poor,
thin soil will yield thirty per cent more corn. It will out-yield and out-sheel the Leaming.
Its great merit Iles In the facet that it is as natural a yielder as weeds, grows strong,

Sapte quick, and will produce more corn on poor, thin soils than any kind now in culti-

This corn will be appreciated by those living in drouth sections and by those farmers
who have poor, thin soil, while on strong, rich soil it has no superior. ;

The tip end of the grains are white, the inside yellow, making it a beautiful color. There
are more fine points combined in this corn than any other in cultivation.

Large growers in the great corn belt, as well as those out of it will be pleased with this
corn, Per pkt. 5 cts., pt. 20 cts.,qt. 35cts.; by freight or express, pk. 40 cts., bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25.

COLE’S GRASS SEED. 57

GRASS SEEDS.

Price Subject to Change of Market.

But purchasers may depend on, that we al-
ways will send as much seed as the money re-
ceived will pay for.

TIMOTHY. (Phlewm Pratense.) Well known and

extensively grown throughout the country;
very productive, and thrives en almost any
soil. Sow either in spring or fall from 8 to
12 Ibs. per acre (45 lbs. per bushel). Per Ib.
25 ets., 3 lbs. 70 cts., pk. 50 cts., bu. $1.50.

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS. (Poa Pratenis.) Also

known as June Grass. The best pasture grass
for our soil and climate, succeed ng finely on
our hill lands, and producing the most nour-
ishing food for cattle, retaining its qualities
to a late period in winter. If sown by itself
for pasture, from one to two bushels will be
required. Sow early in the spring or during
the months of September or October. (14 lbs.
per bushel.)

FANCY CLEAN BLUEGRASS. Per lb. 35 cts.,
3 tbs. $1.00, pk. 50 cts., bu. $1.50,

REDTOP, or HERD GRASS. (Agrostis Vulgaris )

A valuable permanent grass as a mixture in
either meadows, pasture or lawns, growing in
almost any soil, moist or dry. It is valuable
for low, wet meadows, producing a large re-
turn in good hay. Time of sowing and quan.-
tity of seed same as Blue Grass (14 lbs. per
bu.) Per lb. 25 cts., 3 lbs. 70 cts., pk. 40 cts.,
bu. $1.25.

ORCHARD GRASS, or COCKSFOOT. (Dactylis
Glomerata). Is one of the most valuable of
all pasture grasses, coming earlier in spring
and remaining later in autumn than any
other; it grows about 24 feet high, producing
an immense quantity of leaves and foliage.
It stands a severe drouth, keeping green when
other grasses wither, and will endure consid-
erable shade, and sends up a thick growth
very quickly after being cut. Time to sow
and quantity same as Blue Grass. (14 Ibs.
per bu.) Per lb. 30 cts., 3 lbs. 75 cts., pk. 50
ets., bu $1.50.

COLE’S ‘CENTRAL PARK’ LAWN GRASS
SEED. In making a new lawn, it is desirable
that all tree planting and laying out of flower

beds should be accomplished first. The
ground should then be thoroughly dug or
plowed to the depth of ten or twelve inches,
using liberally well decomposed manure or
‘“fertilizers.’’ It is also essential for a fine
lawn to have proper drainage, a careful prep-
aration of the soil, thorough rolling and a
selection of the seeds of such grasses as will
present a luxuriant verdure from early spring
till late in autumn; and the frequent mowings
with a lawn mower. However much ¢care is
- bestowed on the soil and seed, no lawn will be
beautiful without frequent mowing and roll-
ing. We have given much thought and many
experiments to secure the best mixture and
think what we offer is the best possible mix-
ture for permanent lawns, resisting the Se-
vere drouths of our climate better than any
other. It may be sown very early in the
spring or fall, and should be sown at the
rate of from three to four bushels per acre.
One pound is sufficient to thoroughly sow
800 square feet of ground. It should be borne
in mind that, in order to procure the best
results, grass seeds for Jawns should be sown
at least twice as thickly as if sown for hay.
as 35 cts., 3 Ibs. $1.00, pk. 75 cts., bu.

LAWN GRASS. Fine mixed, composed of less

expensive grasses, but is very good. Sow
from two to three bushels per acre. Per Ib.
80 cts.. 3 Ibs. 75 cts., pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.25.

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BROMIS INERMIS. (Awnless Brome Grass.

Another very. valuable grass for the dry’
lands of the west and south. It endures ex-
tremes of temperature and resists protracted
drouth, succeeding where Alfalfa fails. Poor

lands are no discouragement. It grows best
in light, sandy loam, but its roots will pene-
trate the stiffest clays. It is equally good
for cutting green, pasturing or cutting into
hay, and the dense, tough sod it forms is most
valuable for holding the banks of ditches and
strengthening the turf of sandy soil. Dr. Se-
well of the U. S. Grass Experiment Station,
Garden City, Kas., says, it is equal to tim-
othy for cattle or horses, and makes as fine
a pasture as Blue Grass. From the same sta-
tion comes the report that this grass is posi-
tively the best out of over 600 kinds. It has
done equally well in Canada, Mississippi,
Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming. and California.

Use 25 pounds to the acre if alone, if with
Alfalfa, 15 pounds; they will grow well to-
gether. Jt may be sown in the fall with
winter’ wheat, or in the spring. Cut when
first coming into bloom. Per Ib. #5 ects. By
freight, 10 Ibs. $2.25, 25 Ibs. $5.00.

TEOSINTE. (fLeana Luxurians.)

In this latitude, planted July 3d, it produced
from one seed, twenty-seven stalks, and at-
tained a height of seven feet by Sept. 10th,
making a luxuriant growth of leaves which the

horses and cattle ate as freely as young Sugar
Corn. In appearance it somewhat resembles
Indian Corn, but the leaves are much longer
and broader and the stalk contains sweeter sap.
In its perfection it produces a great number
of shoots 12 feet high, vielding such an
abundance of forage that one plant is suffi-
cient to feed a pair of cattle for a day. In
the South it excels either Corn or Sorghum for
soiling or fodder; 85 stalks have been grown
Hes one seed. Pkt. 10 cts., 4% Ih. 40 ects., Ib.

SAND OR WINTER VETCH. (Vicia Villosa.)
Though it succeeds and produces good crops
on poor sandy soil, it is more vigorous on good

land and grows to a height of 4 to 5 feet. It is
perfectly hardy throughout the United States,
remaining green all winter, and should be sown
during August and September, mixed with
Rye, which serves as a support for the plants,
or in spring with Oats or Barley.

It is the earliest crop for cutting, being nearly
a month earlier than Scarlet Clover, and a full
crop can be taken off the land in time for plant-
ing spring crops. Being much hardier thau
Scarlet Clover, this is the forage plant to sow
in the northern states where Scarlet Clover
winter-kills, though it is equally valuable in the
south. Every dairyman and stock-breeder in
the United States should have a field of it, and
if you try it once you will never be a season
without it. It is exceedingly nutritious, and
may be fed with safety to all kinds of stock.

Sow one bushel per acre with one-half bushel
of rye or oats. Per lb. 25 cts., pk. $1.00, bu. $4.00.

KAFFIR CORN.

An excellent fodder plant for the farmer. The
heads are long and perfectly crect, well filled
with white grain. The average height of
growth on good, strong land Is five to six feet.
The seed heads grow from ten to twelve inches
in length, and the product of grain on good land
easily reaches fifty to sixty bushels per acre.
The whole stalk, as well as the blades, cures
into excellent fodder. Can be sown broadcast
at the rate of % bushel per acre, but does best
sown in drills three feet apart, using 5 to 6
Ibs. of seed per acre. Cover seed an inch deep,
sow when weather is settled and ground is
warm. Per pkt. 5 cts., 4 1b. 10 cts., lb. 20 cts.,
3 Ibs. 50 cts., pk. 60 cts., bu. $2.00.

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CLOVER SEED.

Price Subject to Change of Market.
But purchasers may depend on, that we al-
ways will send as much seed as the money re-
ceived will pay for.

Prices by the bushel on application.

MEDIUM RED, or JUNE, This is the common
red clover, for hay and pasture. Best time to
sow is early in spring, from 8 to 10 pounds
per acre. Per lb. 30 cts., 3 lbs. 75 cts.

MAMMOTH, or LARGE RED. Much used as a
fertilizer. Per lb. 30 cts., 3 Ibs. 75 cts.

LSIKE, or SWEDISH. Intermediate between

the Red and White Clovers, possessing quali-
ties common to both, being productive, sweet,
aud permanent, has fibrovs roots like White
Clover. Is valuable for pasture when mixed
with other grasses, and is annually growing
in favor among farmers. Esteemed. highly
for bee pasture, and: best for sowing in
sloughs. Sow six pounds to the acre. Per
lb. 35 cts., 3 Ibs. $1.00, pk. $2.00, bu. $7.00.

WHITE DUTCH. Grows in a great variety of
soils and situations, indispensable for pas-

tures. lawns and bees. Sow eariy, in, spring:

4 to 6 pounds per acre. Per lb. 35 cts., 3 Ibs.
$1.00, pk. $3.00, bu. $10.00.

ALFALFA, or LUCERNE, It now seems that
Alfalfa is a plant of great value to the North
for stock. In the Southwest it has for years
been in high repute. If once started, its
roots etrike so deep that neither frosts’ nor
drouths affect it. It furnishes an enormous
quantity of fodder, and can be cut three or
four times in a season. Thrives best on light
dry soil. Sow in April or May at the rate
of 20 to 25 pounds per acre. in deep, mellow
soil. Per lb. 30 cts., 3 lbs. 75 cts., pk. $1.25
bu. $5.00

MILLET.

GERMAN, or GOLDEN. Medium early, will
grow in any climate or soil; the yield in hay
or seed is larger than in any other grass.
Grows from four to six feet high; the heads
are closely condensed, spikes very numerous;
seeds golden yellow. For seed sow from May
ist to June 15; for hay, broadcast, until the
last of July. Half bushel will sow. an acre.
ero 20 cts., 3 Ibs. 50. cts., pk. 35 cts., bu.

EARLY HARVEST. This early variety is a
cross between the Golden Wonder and Mani-
toba Millet. It is as early, if not earlier,
than the Manitoba, while the head is more
like the Golden Wonder, being not so long,
but much fuller. The fodder stays green

and in excellent condition, even after the

seed is fully ripe, differing in this respect
from any other kind. It has produced a crop
of seed in elght weeks after sowing. Thus
it would be easy to raise two crops in one
season on the same ground. It ripens seed
before pigeon grass or any kind of barn
rass. The hay is fully equal to Golden
Vonder and is as good as any variety of
Millet. The stem is well filled with broad
leaves instead of having leaves simply at
the base and makes just as good hay when
cut after the seed is ripe, as other millets
do cut green. Per lh. 20 ects., 3 Ibs. 50 cts:
pk. 35 cts., bu. $1.00. ,

HUNGARIAN GRASS. A valuable forage plant.
Succeeds well in dry, Nght soll; withstands
the drouth remarkably, ylelding two to three
tons of hay per acre. It Is very popular and
is used extensively. Cultivate same as Millet.
acho 20 cts., 3 Ibs. 50 cts., pk. 85 ets., bu.

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

SUGAR CANE SEED.

EARLY AMBER, This popular variety has.
very nearly taken the place of all other sorts.
It is the earliest and makes the finest quality
of amber syrup, succeeds well. both north an@
south; culture and time of planting same as
corn, and may be planted as late as the 15th
of June. Two or three pounds are required
per acre. Per lb.,20 cts., 3 lbs. 50 cts., by ex-
press, 10 Ibs. 50 cts., 100 Ibs. $2.50.

A book entitled, ‘‘SucarR CANES; THEIR CULTURE
| AND MANUFACTCRE,”’’ prepaid for 60 cts.

RAPE.

DWARF ESSEX. This plant is extensively
grown in Europe and Canada for forage, es-
pecially for sheep, and for green manure, for
which purpose there is perhaps no plant bet-
ter adapted where a quick, rank growth is de-
sired. Farmers who raise much stock and de-
sire to get young cattle, sheep or lambs into-
favorable condition to’ be sold advantageously
-in the fall, can do it most cheaply by growing
this rape. ‘Prepare the ground as for turnips,
sow in June or July, with a turnip drill, in
rows two and one-half feet apart, at the rate
of two and-one-half pounds of seed per acre,

, Or may be sown broadcast at the rate of five
pounds per acre. Per % lb. 10 ets., Ib. 30 cts.,
3 Ibs. 80 cts., not prepaid, 5 Ibs. 75 cts., 10
Ibs. $1.25, 100 Ibs. $10.00.

TREE SEEDS.

A book entitled ‘‘Forrest Leaves,” on the propaga-
tion of Forest Trees, with colored plates, by mail
prepaid for 50 cts,

AILANTHUS GLANDULOSUS. (77ee of Heaven )
A very ornamental and rapid growing tree.
Sow the seed in nursery rows about corn plant-
ing time; cover one-half inch deep. Pkt.5 cts.,
XY |b. 20 ets., lb. 75 cts.

CATALPA SPECIOSA ,HARDY OR WESTERN.
Catalpa. This tree is popular for timber, as
the timber is more durable than any other
native tree. It grows readily from seed. is
easily transplanted, grows in almost any soil.
Plant in seed bed, in mellow soil, about the
time of corn planting, in rows two or three
feet apart, and eight or twelve inches in the
row; transplant when one or two years old,
four feet apart both ways. Per pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10° cts:; 1% Ib. 25, ctS> Ib. Ta.cts., ‘by -ex-
press, 5 lbs. $8.00, 10 Ibs. $5.00. :

RUSSIAN MULBERRY SEED. The tree is a.
rapid grower and perfectly hardy, and proves
aus lasting for fence posts.as Catalpa or Red
Cedar. Also makes a good hedge and winda-
break on the prairies. The seed can be sown
late in the fall, or very early in spring. It
should. be sown in drills 18 inches apart, and
kept well shaded, as the seed is slow to ger-
minate. Per pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts., \% Ib.
50 cts.. Ib. $2.00.

HONEY LOCUST OR THREE THORNED
Acacia. The best of all hedge plants. for
northern: climate, being entirely hardy. Scalo
the seed with boiling water; let them stand
in the water until they get cvol, then pour off
the water, mix the seed with sand and keep
them in a warm room until they begin to
sprout; then sow in drills about an inch deep.
and transplant the following spring. Set in
double rows one foot apart and the plants
two feet apart in rows, and set alternately to
break joints. Per pkt. 5 cts.,.44 Ib. 15 cts,
lb. 50 cts., 3 Ibs. $1.25, by express, 5 Ibs.
$1.50. 10 lbs. $2.50.

BLACK OR YELLOW LOCUST. A very valuable
tree for timber, grows very rapidly, while the
durability of its timber is well known, fence
posts of it having stood for 60 years. Prepare
seed and culture the same as above. Per pkt..
5 cts., % lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts., 3 lbs. $1.25. by
express, 5 Ibs. $1.50, 10 Ibs. $2.50.

; COLE’S FLOWER SEED. 59

wT LOWER SEEDS. #

In the following list we describe, arranged alphabetically, all the flower seeds we
have in stock, with the exception of a few novelties. We do not offer so extensive a list
as wany of our brother Seedsmen do, but our assortment contains the Cream, and only:
varieties of Real Value, and those best adapted to our climate and worthy of general
culture by the amateur. Tnere is much offered to the public that is only valuable in a
botanical collection, and will not please the amateur who grows flowers for beauty; and
to experiment with high-priced greenhouse seeds, which takes a professional florist to
manage, generally ends in a waste of time and money.

Success makes Flower Culture delightfu), and we desire all our customers to succeed.
And we are confident that our Flower Seeds are unquestionably the best and will grow,
if properly taken care of and sown at the proper season. We warrant the Flower Seeds
to be fresh, true to name, and of good vitality. Every variety of Flower Seed is tested,
under our own personal supervision, and we positively throw out all dead seed.

To those that are unacquainted with the different varieties, we can especially recom-
mend the collections offered on second page of cover.

The soil best adapted to most flowers is light, rich loam, containing enough sand to
make it porons, and never plant any seeds when the ground is wet.

BRIEF DIRECTIONS FOR SOWING, Ete., will be printed on each packet of Flower
Seed, and*by following them any person, without the least experience, will have fair
success in the culture of Flowers.

FOR EARLY BLOOM. Flowering soon after the seed is sown, we would recom-
mend Alyssum, Candytuft, Calliopsis, Larkspur, Mignonette, Petunia, Phlox and
Double Poppies. )

FOR A SHOWY BED. You need nothing better than Balsatw, Dianthus, Phlox,
Petunia, Portulaca. Pansv and Verbena.

FOR LATE FLOWERS. Nothing can surpass Aster, Ageratum, Adonis, Marigold,
Salvia, Dahlia and Zinnia.

ANNUALS.

In this department we include not only Annuals that bloom and die the first year,
but also those Perennials that flower freely the first year from seed. Upon this class
of plants the flower garden is dependent for many of the brightest, most showy and
beautiful flowers.

ABRONIA,

Charming trailer, with Verbena-like heads of
sweet-scented flowers, blooming the whole sea-
son. Effective in beds, borders, rock-work, and
hanging baskets: Half-hardy annual.
Umbellata, rosy lilac, white eye; 6in

Beautiful plants for greenhouse and window

eulture, blooming almost continuously; also suc- ; Ee Bs ;
ceeding well in the open ground in summer. ome = eo' st
Flowers bell shaped, 1 to 2 inches across. ee RA
Fine Mixed; 2 ft.........,.. Fil ori of AN a Aras iat 10 AeA # @- WAYS
oe fe OR ENGR 5 } ; LITTLE GEM ALYSSUM.
class of showy, hardy annuals, of easy cul-
tivation, growing about one foot high, with ALYSSUM.

pretty foliage and cup-shaped flowers of an in-
tensely deep blood red color, and of long dura-

tion in bloom; sometimes known as ‘‘Pheas-
ant’s Eve.’’
Estivalis (7los Adonis), scarlet; 1 ft.......... 4

AGERATUM.
Valuable plants for large bed or borders, and
very useful where cut flowers are in demand; in

bloom the whole summer; also good for winter.

blooming in pots, succeeding in any soil. Indis-
pensable for bouquets. Hardy annuals.
Fine Mixed’ 18 trae ot aa ea? sae 4

- AGROSTEMMA.

Attractive, free-flowering plants of easy cul-

ture, producing flowers on long. slender stems °

like a single pink. Very useful for cutting for
pouauy ty and pretty in masses in beds. Hardy
annual, ; ;

ABUTILON (Flowering Maple).

Coeli Rosa, mixed colors; 1 ft... 2... 2.02.20... 4!

Very pretty little plants, with clusters of
small white flowers suitable for edging, bed or
rock work, and much used tor bouquets, on ac-
count of their delicate honey like fragrance.
Bloom the whole season, and if sown in Sep-
tember will bloom all winter in the house. The
small plants should be dusted with ashes. to pro-
tect from the black flea. Hardy annual.

Per Pkt.
Sweet Allvssum, 6 in., per oz. 25 cts............ =
Little Gem. Of very compact, spreading growth.

Plants 10 to 15 inches in diameter. They

bloom quickly from seed, the plants bear-

ing profusely when quite small. 4 inches.. 5

ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon).
Beautiful Spikes of gay-colored flowers, pro-
duced abundantly the first summer until after
frost, and also flowers well the second season.
Should he in every garden. Hardy perennial.
Majus Mixed, tall varieties; 2ft........... ... 5

60 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

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ASTERS.

It is unnecessary to dwell on the great beauty
of these popular favorites, as they are appre-
ciated by every one. Our seed is the finest that
France and Germany produce. We recommend
our friends to plaut a number of varieties, as
no other annuals afford so magnificent a dis-
play during the summer and fall. Hardy an-
nual.

DWARF QUEEN ASTER.

Per Pkt.
Dwarf Queen. This magnificent new Aster
has given excellent satisfaction. The
dwarf, bushy plants grow only ten inches

high branching very freely; the branches
are upright, making a dense compact bush
excellent for pot culture as well as for
bedding. Fine mixed colors......,.,..... 10

Dwarf Queen ..bure Ww hiternecden nae. ost e eewn 00

Dwarf Bouquet. A most charming class,
of compact habit, only 6 to 8 inches high.

Each plant is covered with hanasume flow-
ers, and looks like a bouquet set in the
STOUNG, MIXed.'. sce as cede shat aisle eae LO

Dwarf Chrysanthemum-flowered. Very desir-
rable on account of its large and perfect
flowers, great beauty and late blooming;
Mixed BLO Si Verse vavole.c\ ler cleset teks sidiots wiagereterers 5

Dwarf Schiller. A dwarf Aster of great

beauty; each individual plant will make a
show for itself; very double and a profuse
bloomer, mixed? 12min telctelctelislenote oe Hy]

Queen of the Market. Of graceful, spread-

ing habit; its great merit is its early
flowering character, being in full bloom
fully two weeks before any other Aster
begins to blossom; mixed colors, 12 in.... 5

New Rose-fiowered. Large flowers, double |

to the center, robust growth, brilliant
COONS Mixed) Ol Sa lteiecwiec creteienierneie 6eeence lt

y in White. From its parent, the

Mignon, it has its branching and free-
blooming habits, also its handsome globe-
shaped flowers. No plant brings less than
40 buds, while as many as 70 have been
counted on a single bush. The flowers
are of pure snowy whiteness, and ure
produced in succession and so prolong
the blooming period into the late autumn;
a most useful variety for pots and
beds and especially for cut flowers ...... 10

GIANT COMET ASTERS.

New Giant: Comet. The plant of this new
and very distinct Aster grows 12 to 15
inches high, forming fine regular pyra-
mids, completely covered with large
double flowers, much resembling the Jap-
anese Chrysanthemum in_ shape _ of
flowers: the petals are very long and
beautifu:ly curled and twisted; mixed
COLOTS abies Shinde oe Welle idl ciemeeeeS hae eee

Truffant’s Peony-fiowered Perfection. This
class represents the greatest perfection of
the Aster family, which for form of flow-
ers, variety and brillianecy of colors and
habit of growth is universally admitted
to surpass all others; mixed, 18 in......

Fine Mixed, embracing a great many vari-
eties and colors ...... oe dletnidnceeevet eters

BALSAMS.,
(Lady’s Slipper, or Touch-me-not.)

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These are old favorites with every one owing
to their handsome double flowers, brlliant col-
ors and stately growth. To produce very double
flowers, they must be transplanted into rich
soil, 15 inches apart, in a sunny position, and
frequently watered. Cutting out some of the
side branches is also advisable, especially with
the strong and bushy growing varieties. Half-

hardy annuals.

Double White Perfection. This is a fine
De ; > strain of Double
ee ak White Balsam.
Double as a
Camelia; perfect
form; .pwre
white; contin-
ues a long time
in bloom. In-
valuable for
cut flowers
during the
summer ......
Camelia - flowered,
double; very
choice; ,spotted
and variegated
with white,
INTRO isn 5 ie Were
Fine Mixed. Fin-
est varieties
ANS and colors
BALSAMS. MiSed: see cnet

COLE’S FLOWER SEED.

BEGONIA.

Tuberous Rooted Begonias are among the
finest flowering plants for pots or for bedding.

Flowers outrivai in color the most brilliant
Geranium, blooming the first season from seed.
if sown early. Tubers to be taken up and kept
in dry sand during the winter, protected from
frost. Tender perennial.

Tuberous Rooted, finest mixed; 18in......... 15

NEW VERNON. This comes true from seed.
The plants grow rapidly and are of the great-
est value for bedding and general culture in
the open ground. The color is pink and deep
red, and vigorous foliage, which is waxv
and glossy. It is so easily raised from seed
that we strongly recommend it for every

flower garden, or for ezow ing) in pots for win-
ter blooming ....... SS Cos Rates 10

BRACHYCOME (Swan River Daisy).

Beautiful,cfree-flowering plants, ‘covered the
whole summer with a profusion of pretty

flowers; succeeding in any good rich soil.

Hardy annuals.

Fine Mixed, blue and white; 1ft.............. 4
BROWALLIA,

Very handsome, profuse blooming plants,

covered with rich, beautiful winged flowers
during the summer and autumn, growing
freely in any rich soil. Blooms finely in win-
ter if sown in August. Half-hardy annual.

Bilata, Mme mime ds ar cara he seis ate creche ete Nae Serer. 4

CACALIA (Tassel Flower).

Also called Flora’s Paint Brush; pretty tas-

sel-like flowers in profusion, borne on long
slender stems. Half-hardy annual.

Fine Mixed, 18 in........ ......

CANDY TUFT (Iberis).
Among the most useful of perfectly hardy
annuals. Will grow in any ‘soil, require~ no

care and produce neat clusters of flowers very
reely.

New Giant Flowering. The size of the

individual florets as well as the whole head
of bloom is double the size of the old varie-
ties. Several new and exquisite shades and
colors are included; they form bushy little
plants only 4 to 6 inches high; splendid for
CMOANS See oe Re os

Empress. A beautiful, pure white vari-

ety of branching habit, producing large
trusses of flowers. We can recommend
this for a fine bed of early white flowers 5

Fine Mixed, including many colors

CATCHELY (Silene).)

Highly ornamental plants, suitable for beds.
ribbons, or rock work. They are among the
brightest ornaments of the flower garden, and
profuse bloomers of long duration. Hardy an-
nual.

Fine Mixed, in many colors; 18in.. .......... 4

CENTAUREA (Corn Bottle).
The Blue Bottle, or Bachelor’s Button, is one

of the most attractive of all hardy annuals.
the graceful beauty of its old-fashioned flowers
being universally admired. A hardy annual of
the easiest growth, and flowers freely; height
two to three feet.

Cyanus, Fl. Pl. A double variety of the well-

known and popular old Corn Flower or Blue
Bottle. A continuous bloomer of great
value as a cut flower. Mixed Colors

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CALLIOPSIS.

CALLIOPSIS, or Coreogsis.

One of the most showy, free-flowering of
hardy annuals; its graceful and showy flowers,
embracing nearly every shade of yellow, orange
and rich brown, verging to crimson, and borne
on slender stems, are particularly well adapted
for bouquets.

Fine Mixed, all colors; 1to2ft................ 5

Lanceolata, California Sunbeams—(New
Golden Coreopsis)—One of the most
showy hardy perennials grown, form-
ing tall plants two to three feet high.
and bearing in great profusion for a long
period during the summer large flowers
of bright golden-yellow. Unequaled for
cutting. Grows anywhere 5

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CANNA (Indian Shot).

The Cannas are a Stately species of plants,
highly ornamental, producing a very rich and
oriental effect by their large, broad and massive
foliage, and crimson, searlet or orange flowers.
Cut or file away some of the hard cuticle around
the seed, then soak 12 hours in warm water
before planting in hot-bed or box in the house.
Take up the roots before hard frost, let dirt
adhere, leave out 5 or 6 hours to dry some, then
store away on cellar floor with dirt or sand
packed around them and do not keep in too dry
or damp place.

Crozy’s New Dwarf. A new class of large-

flowering Cannas. The foliage is luxuri
ant and varied in color, and the plants
dwarf in habit, averaging not over three
to five feet in height. Home grown seed
from choice selected named varieties..... 5

CHRYSANTHEMUM.

A handsome plant, with striking and brilliant
flowers in endless variety; blooming till late in
autumn, when it is in full glory; producing
double and single fiowers of various shades;
very attractive for bouquets and vases. Some-
times called ‘‘Painted Daisies.’? Hardy annuals.

Finest Mixed, many colors; 18in.............. 5
Chinese and Japanese Large Flowering. Fin-

est mixture. The Perennial Chrysanthe-
mums can be grown from seed and make
large, vigorous flowering plants by fall.
Most of the new and valuable varieties
have been secured from sowing the seed.
Sow early and cultivate same as pert

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

CINERARIA.

A favorite, free-flowering greenhouse plant of

wondrous beauty, with flowers of great rich-
ness and diversity of color; blooming during the
winter and spring months, and can be planted
out in summer. They thrive best in a mixture
of loam and peat.

Hybrida, Large-flowered, finest mixed, 2 ft..

CLARKIA,

A favorite plant, with pretty, cheerful-look-

ing flowers, growing freely and blooming pro-
fusely under almost any circumstances. Hardy
annuals.

Fine Mixed, double and single; 18in.......... 4
COCKSCOMB,

A class of very magnificent, attractive and

showy annuals, producing massive heads of rich
shades and colors of great effect in the garden
or in pots. Well adapted to our climate, as
they will stand drouth well. Half-hardy an-
nuals.

Finest Mixed: allcolors; 2)ft--c-.-0 ce occ 5
CROTOLARIA RETUSA,
(Dwarf Yellow Flowering Pea.)

The flowers of this annual are of a rich
golden-yellow color, of Sweet Pea form. The
flowers are of firm substance and grow in
racemes, and often produce over 40 blossoms on

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one spike. It blooms profusely throughout
the Summer and until killed by frost. It is
a low-growing, branching plant. The oval

leaves are smooth, of the darkest green, and
the flowers are followed by clusters of short
smooth pods, in which, when shaken, the seeds
sound like a child’s rattle. It is best to start
the seeds in the window or hot-bed, first soak-
ing them: |i warm: water 2222 2issdivseesk A

CLEOME PUNGENS,
(The,Giant Spider Plant.)

A robust plant, growing vigorously four or
tive feet high and flowering profusely for
months. In fact, it is a perpetual bloomer, the
spikes continuing to increase in size as the
plant grows. The flowers are very showy, of a
bright rose color, it grows freely from seed
sown in the open ground. Also one of the very
best honey-producing plants. .............. 5

COLEUS,

Highly ornamental plants in. an endless vari-

ety of colors and shadings, indispensable for
ribbon and carpet bedding, or as single speci-
mens for pots and vases. Half-hardy perennial.

Finest Hybrids Mixed;i1 to 2 ft........... Nes 8
CONVOLVULUS MINOR,

A very popular, hardy trailing annual, flower-
ing in different shades of brilliant blue and pur-
ple with white center until late in autumn:
succeeding in any soil. Hardy annual.
Tricolor Minor; many varieties mixed; 12in. 4

CYCLAMEN,

Well-known and charming bulbous rooted

plants with beautiful foliage and handsome
fragrant flowers. Universal favorite for the
greenhouse or parlor and for winter and spring
blooming. If sown early in the spring they
make flowering bulbs in one season; they re-
quire sandy loam. Half-hardy bulb.

Persicum Grandiflorum, finest mixed, 6in.... 10

DAHLIA,

Every one knows and admires the Double
Dahlia, but few are aware that it can be grown
so easily from seed and flowers the first season.
that the purchase of bulbs is a needless
expense. The single varieties have become
very popular within the last few years. Sow

seed early in April in hot-bed or box in the
house, and transplant when all danger of frost
is over, in beds 24 inches apart. Take up the
roots as soon as frost occurs in the fall, and

preserve in a dry warm cellar. Half-hardy
bulbs.

Double Mixed. Finest varieties; 2to4ft.... 5
Single Mixed. Finest varieties........ ....... 5

New Tom Thumb. New single varieties in
mixed colors; neat, compact and dwarf

habit, growing about one foot in height:
very free-flowering, invaluable for cutting -
purposes 5

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DIANTHUS PLANT.

DIANTHUS (Pinks).

The China and Japan Pinks are deservedly
very popular, as few flowers can equal them in
beauty and profusion of bloom. They bloom
continually all summer and fall, until overtaken
by severe frost; they live over winter and bloom

finally again the second season. The plants
generally grow ten to fifteen inches high, and
are of the easiest cultivation. So satisfactory a
class of flowers should be grown in large variety
in every garden. Hardy biennial.

Chinesis. (Double Chinese Pink.) A splendid
mixture, one of the finest varieties; 1 ft.. 4
Heddewigii. (Japan Pink). Flowers very large;

2 to 3 inches in diameter, double and sin-
gle mixed; 15° Mos. os os <n cieans 6 ene 4

Diadematus fi. pl. (Double Diadem Pink).

Splendid large double flowers of dark
shades and marked with white and black
colors, rich and beautiful.......... a eatcie heel

Imperialis. (Double Imperial Pink.) Beauti-

fully variegated, flowers of the most del-
icate tints and shades; best mixed; 1 ft.. 4

Fine Mixed. A mixture of many yarieties... 5

New Cyclop Pink. A new strain of great
beauty. The plant grows 12 to 15 inches
high; flowers large, round, with broad
over-lapping petals, and produced in great

abundance. A clove-like odor add to their
attractiveness. If sown early, they bloom
the first season, and continue to flourish
for several years; mixed colors.......... 8

DOUBLE DAISY.

DAISY (Bellis Perennial).

Daisies are easily raised from spring-sown
seed, and come into flower in a very short time.
Among the most charming spring flowers they
are indispensable for cool, shady places. Seed
sown in August will make strong yung
plants to carry over winter with protection
and blooms very early in spring. Although
saved only from fine double flowers, the seed

produces a few singles and semi-doubles. Half-
hardy perennials.

Fine Double Mixed; 6in..... . ........ 0. 2... 5
Snowball. Large double white................ 8

ESCHSCHOLTZIA (California Poppy).

Very attractive plants for beds, edgings, or

masses; profuse flowering and fine cut foliage,
in bloom from June till frost; 1 foot. Hardy
annuals.

Fine Mixed. Flowers yellow, orange and
white; blossoms 2 inches in diameter.... 4

FUCHSIA (Lady’s Ear Drop).

This is one of the best known, beautiful flow-
ers that we possess, and-cannot be equalled for

its graceful and elegant appearance, and artis-
tic beauty of its flowers. Easily grown from
seed, and requires a shady situation in the gar-
den; the best soil is a rich, sandy loam, and
must not become pot-bound before flowering.
Greenhouse Shrub.

Hybrida. Finest single and double mixed...

GLADIOLUS,

Magnificent plants with long spikes of flow-

ers of every color and shade; propagated by
seed is the only way to obtain new varieties.
When the leaves turn yellow in autumn take
up the bulbs and keep in a dry place from the
frost. Half-hardy bulbs.

Gandavensis. Finest mixed

GERANIUM (Pelargonium).

Well-known favorites, used extensively for

bedding in masses, ribbons, etc. When sown
early,Geraniums will bloom the first year from
seed; 1 to 2 feet.. Half-hardy perennials.

Zonale. Fine varieties mixed..... ............ 8
Pelargonium. (Lady Washington Geranium.)

Grand plants for pot culture; colors are
rich and brilliant. Finest varieties mixed. 15

GODETIA.

Beautiful, hardy annuals, of easy cultivation
in any good garden soil. Their profuseness of
bloom and delicate tints of color have long ren-
dered them universal favorites. Fine for beds,
mixed borders and ribbons.

Fine Mixed, choice mixed: 1 ft

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GAILLARDIA (Blanket Flower).

One of the most brilliant and dazzling of our

garden flowers. Most suitable for bedding,
producing large flowers in great abundance
throughout the entire summer. Hardy annual.
Lorenzianna. (Double Gaillardia.) This isa

charming, double variety; and is a splendid
bouquet flower; 18 in........

Grandiflora. These are undoubtedly among
the choicest of Hardy Perennials; the flow-
ers are large, very numerous, excellent for

cutting, and of the most brilliant shades
of orange, crimson, scarlet and vermillion,
and very often a combination of all these

HELIOTROPE.

A well-Enown. profuse flowering and delic-
iously fragrant plant that every one _ loves.
Splendid for bedding or pot culture. Can be
easily raised from seed, but should be started
early in the house. Half-hardy perennial.
Fine Mixed. Choicest varieties mixed:18in.. 7
Lemoine’s Giant Hybrids. These

are grand improvements over the old va-

riety. Distinct in foliage, with mam-
moth clusters of flowers often measuring
- ten to 12 inches across, deliciously frag-
rant, perfuming the air in a whole neigh-
borhood. The colors are from pure

white through all shades of violet and
blue

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HIBISCUS.

This elegant plant is perfectly hardy in any
place and is one of the most beautiful hardy
flowering plants we have. Each spring the
plants send up numerous branches, which from

well established roots grow to a height of five to
six feet. The flowers are as large as a saucer,
very attractive and produced in great profuslon
from July to September. The colors range from
pure white to blush and deep pink. This is one
of the most beautiful and showy lawn plants of
recent. introduction.

New Hybrids. Best mixed, including seed of
tHe NG Ww CrimsOH | lYCn 26. ai atoc< 20 ie one

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LANTANA.

Very free-flowering plants with brilliant col-
ored flowers constantly changing in hue; fine for
either bedding or pot culture. If retained in
their pots and plunged where intended to flower
they will bloom more profusely.
Hybrida. Fine varieties mixed; 2 ft

LARKSPUR (Delphinium),

Plants of great beauty, richness and endless
variety of colors, with great duration and pro-
fusion of bloom, and when planted in beds,
masses or ribbons are strikingly effective; few

plants are so useful for their decorative quali-
ties, either in the garden or when cut for bou-
quets, ete. Hardv annuals.

Double Dwarf Rocket, mixed colors; 1ft..... 4

Double Fine Mixed. Many varieties and
COlOTS! a:b eae

LINUM (Flowering Flax).

The abundance and beauty of its flowers, their
rich color, and blooming all through the sum-

mer renders this a fine plant for the garden. As
bedding plants they are extremely beautiful.
Hardy annuals.

Grandiflorum Coccineum, Beautiful saucer-

shaped flowers of a rich, brilliant scarlet,
with dark black center; 1 ft

LOBELIA.

A very beautiful class of mostly dwarft-grow-
ing plants. Their delicate, drooping habit, and

the profusion of their charming little flowers
render them exceedingly fine for vases, baskets,
bedding or edgings. Hardy annuals.

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Fine Mixed, all varieties mixed; 6in ......... 5
Crystal Palace. Blue, the best bedding va-
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LUPINUS.

A class of beautiful and free-flowering plants,
with long, graceful spikes of bloom; colors rich
and varied. Many of the varieties are of stately,
robust growth, which makes them exceedingly

valuable for mixed flowers and shruobery bor-
ders. Hardy annuals.

Finest Mixed, all colors; 2 £620.07 << 9% ajoncie ay ed
MARVEL OF PERU (Mirabillis Jalapa).

The well-known Tour O’clock. A handsome
free-flowering garden favorite; blooming the

first season from sced;.the flowers, which are
produced in clusters, present a gorgeous sight

during the afternoon. Hardy annual.

Mixed. Beautiful colors; 2ft........... jsibe 4

Dwarf Variegated. Leaves light green, mar-
bled with yellow jidsftaer fey. fete Cade wwe 5

MIMULUS (Monkey Flower),

Among the gayest ornaments for flower gar-
dens, hanging baskets, and for culture in the
house, not many plants will give more satisfac-
tion. The soed is very fine and care must be
taken in sowing, shading and supplying molis-
ture till well rooted. Half-hardy perennials.

Tigrinus. Finest hybrid mixed: 9in..........
Moschatus. (Musk Plant.) This fragrant and
favorite little plant is much admired on

account of the musky odor of the plant.
Fine for pots; 6 I ieaicateisadtegnes want ick

COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

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TALL DOUBLE MARIGOLD.

MARIGOLD (Tagetes).

A free-flowering plant of easy culture, with
double flowers, of rich and beautiful colors, pro-
ducing a splendid effect, whether planted in
beds or borders; and continuing in beauty until
destroyed by frost. Half-hardy annuals.

Eldorado. This is the finest type of this
showy flower, many plants having 75 to
100: flowers*at One abies) oe eee

African Mixed. Best doublecolors; 2ft.... 4

Dwarf French. Finest double mixed; 1ft... 4

Legion of Honor. Dwarf, compact, with

dark-green, fern-like leaves; rich golden-
vellow marked with velvety brown.
Blooms abundantly from July until cut
down (Dy frosts olor ine srerciset rete

MATRICARIA (Feverfew).

Extremely beautiful plants, with handsome
light green, laciniated foliage. Grows freely in
any garden soil and bears numerous, perfectly
double, pure white flowers, one inch in diam-
eter. Hardy annuals.

Fximia Grandiflora. Fine for bouquets; 15in. 5

MIGNONET TE (Reseda Odorata).

This fragrant little plant is probably the most

popular annual grown. If the plants are thinned
out they will grow stronger and produce itarge1
spikes of flowers; and can be had during the
nels year by sowing at intervals. Hardy an-
nuals.

Defiance, This Mignonette is the acme of

perfection. When grown under favor-
able conditions its spikes will be from 12
to 15 incbes long, and deliciously fragrant.
The individual florets are of immense size
and its spikes have been kept in a vase
three weeks after cutting, retaining their
grace and fragrance until every bud
ODEDS Facies os sche, Geis. eeieceeecsisiatts ite kat temas
Golden Machet. Distinct new vari-
ety of the well known Machet Mignon-
ette, being of the same compact and ro-
bust hab‘t, but differing from the type by
its massive spikes of golden yellow blos-.

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Machet. The plants are dwarf, of vigorous,
pyramidal growth; they throw up numer-
ous stout flower stalks, bearing massive
spikes of red HOWers....b).s-0usohen meee en See

(Odorata.)
Per 02; 15vctsheaem oot

Sweet-Scented.
very fragrant; 1 ft.

COLE’S FLOWER SEED.

PANSY (Heartsease).

The Pansy is the most popular of all flowers
grown from seed. It is everywhere popular,
both for the brilliant beauty of its flowers and
the long continuation of bloom. By plucking
off the flowers as soon as they begin to fade,
the succeeding flowers will be much more num-
erous and of larger size than if they are allowed
to go to seed. Pansies delight in a cool, moist
situation, partially protected from the hot noon-
day sun; in exposed positions in the hot sum-
mer weather, the flowers will be smaller. Seed

sown latter part of August or forepart of Sep-
tember, will make strong young plants for early
spring blooming. Protect in winter with leaves
Hardy perennials.

or evergreen branches.

NASTURTIUM DWARF.

NASTURTIUM DWARF.

One of our showiest and most popular
annuals, forming compact plants, making gor-

geous masses of rich colored and_ brilliant
flowers, blooming in succession all through
the season; they should be grown in rather
poor soil. Half-hardy annuals.
Ruby King. Crimson rose color, dark. dis-
‘tinct foliage. Very fime............2see00- i)
Pearl. Straw color, fine for contrast.......... 5
Lady Bird. Rich, golden-yellow, barred aed ie
with bright ruby crimson ............. Rare) PANES EELAND:
Empress of India. The leaves are of dark, Cole’s Superb Mixture. See Novelties........: . 15
Urano Wate MALU Nea cae co | 5 Repeater GiaGH clear sy petite
King of Tom Thumbs. Intense scarlet flowers, fu _new class of Pansy, the flowers of
with rich, dark foliage.............. .... 5 | Whieh are of very large size; some have
Cloth of Gold. In striking contrast to the measured four inches in diameter. Hach
above; the foliage of this variety is a flower is marked with three large
clear, bright: yellow, while the deep-scarlet blotches or spots, and stands well above
flowers add mueh to its beauty..... .... ... 5 the ponage: The plans will produce the
x & : Fp : same endless variety and beautiful shades
Finest Mixed ae ee Boa COLOES cons of color that are found in other classes of
Collection of Seven Varieties, one packet each this popular plant. Colors are very rich
for 25 cts. and beautiful ........ BARS Dini Ged meas Be aac L(G)
oe ee oe oe okey Bugnot’s Large Blotched. A beautiful new
neat, compact habit; blooming freely a i :
summer if planted in a rather cool, shaded Cane ie Pi es ees pow cus qaeeteat die
eae ‘and not in too rich a soil. Hardy an- ties? STOWNYa. . os dviel!s fuoedad. 10
Gale RE cit Sinks Mere
Mixed. All varieties and all colors; 2ft...... 4 | White or Snow Queen. Flowers of a delicate,
- NICOTIANA, pure ‘satiny’ white 25s Se eon aa 5
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AFFINIS. f all the varieties of tobacco ; Faustor King of the Black. Deep coal’black,
which are grown for their sweet scented tlowers coming constant from seed; a group of this
this is the best. The plant is literally covered variety presents a fine appearance....... 9)
with large, white, star-shaped flowers, which 4 ; ‘
after being cut, will remain perfect for a week. Odier, Five Blotched. A variety of great
A few plants will perfume the whole yard or beauty, each petal being blotched like the
garden. Taken up in the fall, cut back and Geranium Odier; colors range from dark
potted, it will bloom freely all winter. violet, purplish brown, to golden bronze,
Mery=.easilyn2TOw Ne 2) fhe. fo). ioe 2 oh: 5 with pure white margins................. 10
MIMOSA. (Sensitive Plant). New Giant Cassier- An entirely distinct and
Grown as a curiosity, being so sensitive that beautiful race, with flowers of enormous
the leaves curl up by being slightly touched or size and good shape, each petal bears a
shaken. Suitable for growing in pots, or in the large blotch, covering it almog: entirely.
open border. Tender annual. The plants are vigorous and the flowers
Pudicg aetna e e Er Pe CE ee cca 4 ane well above the leaves. Many colors in
: CHOMCE TE MIEREUTE TES ew cleraieraaiercl ikea siti cic aie 10
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CE PLANT. Imperial German, Extra Choice.. Mixed,saved
A handsome and curious plant for hanging f : ;
baskets, rock work and vases. The leaves and iakee Energi FE CEL ah A eA
st i ] j ae z ? : 5 o e
ems appear as though covered with ice cry richest and most beautiful ¢:Jors........ 10

stals. The whole plant is peculiarly brilliant
in the sunshine, thriving best in a dry, loamy,
or sandy soil, requiring a. warm, sunny situa-
tion. Half-herdy annuals.

Crystallinum. Flowers white....... .... ...... 4

Fine Mixed. Fine varieties and colors mixed

Collection of Pansies. One packet each of
the above nine varieties, 60 cts. net,

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PHLOX DRUMMONDI, I.

Superb plants
prized for the profu-
sion of their richly
colored flowers of
many hues, their
long duration in
bloom, and the grand
effect they produce
in clumps or masses.
We invite particular
attention to the
Large Flowerimg as
2 especially fine. Easy
me = of culture; 18 in.
xt = Hardy annual.

Yy =
\y Alba. Pure white., 5
~ Coccinea. -Bril-
> liant searlet...... 5
. Rosea. Beautiful
rose color......... 5
Fine Mixed. All varieties and colors.......... 5
Large Flowering Extra Choice Mixed. The
most beautiful of the phloxes. Our mix-
ture contains a large variety of the finest
and most brilliant colors................. &

New Dwarf Mixed. A strain of dwarf and
compact growth, makes desirable pot
plants, also for ribbon lines and massing,
very beautiful little plants..............

Double Mixed, This variety is a profuse
bloomer, and of great value for bouquets.
They are of recent introdyction and are
specially desirable for cut flowers, last-
ing much better than the single sorts.
To produce the best results they should
be grown in a light soil. About 80 per
cent of the seed sown will be double.. §&

Star of Quedlinburg. A very striking novelty.
The center of the petals, five in number,
run into a point, thus giving the flowers a

regular star-like form. The plant grows
about 18 inches high, of compact habit,
and bears large umbels of flowers, of many
brilliant colors, and the edges of the petals
bordered with broad white margins...... 7

POPPY (Papaver).

A showy and easily cultivated annual; with
large brilliant colored flowers, growing freely
in any garden soil, and producing a fine effect
in large clumps or mixed beds. Sow early in
the spring where they are to remain, as they
will not bear transplanting; 2 ft.

VESUVIiUS. ‘Thisis one of the most brilliant

flowers we have ever seen. The flowers are
finely cut or fimbriated, which adds greatly
to their beauty; color scarlet............ 5

SNOWDRIFT. A grand variety of very dwarf

and compact habit. The large, pure white
flowers are perfectly round and double; the
petals are finely fimbriated.............. 5

New Tulip. A glossy new annual poppy,
with a beautifully-shaped, large size flow-
er, four inches across, of a most brilliant

dark scarlet. The two outside petals are
double the size of the inner ones, and each
pair forms by itself a round cup of flower,
which nearly resembles a tulip. ‘The
flower will stand well for several days, and
the plant, therefore, always in full bloom. 5

Finest Mixed. ‘this mixture contains
seed of all the best double and single

including some entirely new
Will make a grand display....... 5

varieties,

ones

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ANNUAL.

PRIMUUA OBCONICA,

PRIMULA (Chinese Primrose).

A charming and profuse flowering plant, and
one of the most desirable of house blooming
plants, and will richly compensate for the little
care they require. They are in almost con-
stant bloom all winter, and if the plants are
transferred to a shady border they will b'oo1a
nearly aJl summer. Care should be taken in
watering that no water fall on the buds as it
causes them to rot. Greenhouse perennial.

Obconica. A lovely and profuse blooming
Primrose, bearing beautiful single flowers,
white, shaded with lilac. This is really
an ever-blooming plant, producing elegant
clusters of flowers continupdusly; 9 in..... 10

Sinesis Fimbriata. Choice fringed varieties
mixed; the seed we offer is saved from one
of the finest collections; 6 in............ “10

PETUNIA,

No class of flowers better repay the care they
require than the Petunias; easily raised from
the seed; the richness of color and abundance
of rich flowers make them indispensable for
bedding plants. Every garden should have a
bed of these magnificent flowers, a gay mass of
bloom from June to hard frost. Hardy annual.
Hybrida. A fine variety; flowers beautifully

blotched, marbled, fringed and variegated. 8
Mixed. Finest varieties...
Giants of California. A gigantic strain

of great beauty; flowers often four to five

inches across. Mest of the flowers are
exquisitely ruffed or fringed and of every
conceivable shade of crimson, pink, layen-
der, pure white, and the most grotesque
and beautiful combinations; some with
charming deep throats of yellow, white.
black, green or maroon
Hybrida Grandifiora. Finest Double. The
seed we offer is carefully fecundated
with the best double flowers. Sure to pro-

duce a good percentage of splendid. large
double flowers; perfectly magnificent..... 15

PORTULACA,

In brilliancy and beauty of color, Portulacas
are unrivalled. They delight in sunny situa-
tions and light soils, where they rapidly carpet
the ground, each plant covering a space of
about 15 inches in diameter; 6 in. Half-hardy
annuals.

Finest Single Mixed, a greatvariety ofcolors 4
Double Rose-flowered Mixed, unsurpassed for
brilliancy of color and great beauty...... 10

COLE’S FLOWER ji ot thon melee

STOCK (Ten Weeks).

The Ten Week Stock
is one of the most pop-
ular, beautiful and im-
portant of our garden
favorites; whether for
bedding, massing or pot
culture, it is unsur-
passed, either for bril-
lianey or color, exqui-
site fragrance, or pro-
fusion and duration of
bloom. For winter
blooming in the house
sow seed in June. The
seed we offer is from a
celebrated German
stockgrower, from _ se-
lected vot plants, and
will produce more than
three-fourths fine double

flowers. Hardy an-

nual.

Dwarf German. The
earliest summer va-
riety; dwarf and
free LE Nel
mixed; 15 in. sil

New Large Flowering.

Habit dwarf, with
magnificent spikes of very large uvuDdle
flowers, all colors mixed; 18 in..........--...

STOCK, TEN WEEKS,

10

Dwarf Snowflake, A beautiful dwarf-grow-
ing variety; very large double snow-white
flowers; very early

Victoria Bouquet. This fine strain is with-
out a rival for open ground planting. Each
plant forms in itself a natural grown bou-
quet, of a beautiful pyramidal shape. The
spikes of bloom are very long, and the
flowers are large in size ang, vee couple:
Deere. Rate = 10

Perpetual White Birds rib weninis: of Beane
growth and fine branching habit. It grows
to the height of 1% feet, and if sown very
early will produce a great abundance of

bloom from June until November. The in-
dividual flowers are uncommonly large, of
a fine rosette-like shape, and the purest
possible white. The flowers appear on each
little shoot

RICINUS (Castor Oil Bean).

Ornamental plant of stately growth and pic-
turesque foliage, with brilliant-colored fruit,
producing a sub-tropical effect; fine for lawns,
massing, or center plants for ribbon beds. Half-
hardy annuals.

Zanzibariensis. The largest castor bean

in cultivation. An entirely new class from

Africa, with leaves often measuring 2 feet

across, some of them being light green,

others bronze brown. For large foliage
peds we know wf nothing more striking
and effective, and are opieets of pea, all

summer and ‘fall shenayaie 5 ates 5
Fine Mixed. The best and lenoicest vaoties
TEDIRE eer vest ay snake oltiw ole oielereicr Cele’ soo oS wtercises 4
PERILLA.,

The foliage of this plant Is exceedingly ele-
gant, of a very dark purple color, and produces
a charming contrast with the silver leavea

plants; growing freely in any soil. Half-hardy
annual.
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SCABIOSA.

SCABIOSA (Mourning Plant).

A class of popular, showy plants, with elegant
fragrant flowers of different colors and shades;
their flowers are borne on long stems, making
them very suitable for cut flowers or bouquets.
Fine for bedding, mixed borders, ete.; blooms
profusely until frost. Hardy annuals.

Snowball. The fiowers are large, of purest
white and very double. This plant comes
quite true from seed and is sure to be
liked for vases and bouquets

Dwarf Double, Mixed. Of compact habit,
profusely bearing globe-shaped double
flowers of great ‘beauty

SALPIGLOSSIS (Velvet Flower).

Flowers resembling the petunia in shape and
size; but singularly marked and beautifully
penciled. Of the easiest culture and such
beauty that it deserves a place in every gar-
den. It is very free flowering and makes a
grand show for months. Hardy annual.

Finest Mixed, of all shades and colors; 18in.. 5

SCHIZANTHUS.

A sp.endid class of plants, combining elegance
of growth with a profusion of rich and vari-
ous colored flowers. Fine for the flower gar-
den; of easy culture. Half-hardy annuals.

Eine Maxed sallicolorss 2.00 20 cccr oases 3
TORENIA.

Charming plants for pot culture, vases or
hanging baskets. They succeed well in the
open ground in summer; are free bloomers.
and the flowers of .great beauty. Tender
annual.

Fournieri. Lovely velvet-blue flowers, with
three large spots of darkest dite am a
bright yellow throat. - 3 = 5

VINCA (Periwinkle).

Free blooming plants of great beauty, with
shining green foliage and handsome flowers,
either adapted for bedding or pot culture for
winter blooming. Tender perennial.

Fine Mixed; 2 ft
WHITLAVIA,

Charming hardy annual, with delicate foliage
and clusters of beautiful bell- -shaped flowers,
fine for mixed borders, or shady spots; growing
freely in any garden soil.

Grandiflora Mixed, many colors; 12in.. ...... 4

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SALVIA BONFIRE.

SALVIA (Flowering Sage).

The Salvia is one of the most beautiful of all
flowers; the brilliant spikes of the scarlet flow-
ers produce for months a dazzling effect. Of
easy culture and fine for massing and bouquets.
Half-hardy annual.

New Dwarf, or Bonflre.'2 (Large Flowering
Scarlet Sage). A splendid new sort bloom-
ing much earlier than old variety. The
plants are dwarfer and more compact in
habit, while the flowers are larger and
more numerous and are of the brightest
scarlet imaginable, lasting until late in the
PALIT ESE Sins cinta never ctepetoe went Sacaeveieickoe eee LO

Coccinea Splendens, (Small Flowering Scur-
le Sage.) Spikes of scarlet flowers: 2ft.... 5

VERBENA, }

A well-known favorite, and is valuable for
bedding on account of their low trailing habit,
and the dazzling brilliancy of their beautiful
flowers; blooms freely the first season from
seed, and are more healthy and make larger
and hardier plants than if grown from cuttings;
requires a very rich, mellow soil. The seeds
sprout very unevenly, and some will not be
started at the time others must be removed,
hence the soil should be disturbed as little as
possible. Half-hardy perennials.

Hybrida Compacta, or Tom Thumb. The
plants form almost circular bushes of about
two feet in diameter, throwing up in asin-
gularly compact manner, On stiff and erect
stems, a great number of flowers. The
mixture contains a great variety of color 8

Mammoth, or Large Flowering. Flowers of
this Mammoth Variety when‘well grown
being frequently larger than a silver quar-
ter. Plant more vigorous than the ordi-
nary variety, and far excel them in daz-
zling richness and variety of colors. The
distinct white eye adds greatly to thelr
striking and beautiful appearance...... sve nkO

New Italian Striped. Brilliant colors, striped
carnation-like on various colored grounds,

Hest mlxedc sh ctic cc eetac cisistelee. oteate cere elate 8
Alba. Pure white: a desirable variety for
florists or for the cemetery....... sie teaieltis det

Extra Cheice Mixed. Saved from large named
onsen of the richest and most brilliant
GCOIOITS seecocseseucvsnnn

Fine Mixed 25. J 9. BUSA, Rhee eens

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TOM THUMB ZINNIA.

ZINNIA (Youth and Old Age),

Plants of great beauty, of branching habit, and
splendid brilliant colored double flowers, rival-
ing in beauty and form double Dahlias. Bloom
in great profusion and with increased splendor
from June until cut off by frost; begins to bloom
when quite small. Hasy of culture; thrives in
any good soil. Half-hardy annuals.

Double Choice Mixed. Finest large flowering
varieties, 2 ft.....

Double White, comes true from seed, perfect
in shape...

Striped Zebra. Double flowers, distinctly
striped, of perfect shape. The largest per

cent are striped, the self colored are also
fine; bDeSt MIXeCG ree ccc caters sioie t ctioices <acroteen ake

Curled and Crested. These new, odd and
charming Curled and Crested Zinnias

are of perfect form, large, round, full and
double, the petals being twisted, curled and
crested into the most fantastic and graceful
forms; best:« mixed Oo. oo HI ee. See ee

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produce compact dwarf bushes, varying
6 to 12 inches in height and from 6 to 14

inches in diameter, coming mostly true
from seed. The little plants’ are covered
with the handsome double flowers of many
bright and rich colors. Such dwarf and
compact plants attract great attention
when grown in beds or borders. Plants are
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COLE’S FLOWER SEED.

Fverlasting Flowers.

The Everlasting Flowers are a popular class
of plants, with their rich, brilliant colors, are

very valuable for winter decoration in con-
nection with ornamental grasses. The flowers
generally should be picked before they are
fully open, and hung up in small bunches (not
too large, or they will milldew), in a dry, airy.
shady place, with the flowers downward to
keep the stems straight.

ACROCLINIUM.

One of the most beautiful of the Everlasting
family, of easy culture, and bears a great num-
ber of bright rose or daisy-like flowers. They
should be gathered the first day they open, or
even before they fully open, and dried. Half-
hardy annual.

Per Pkt.
Fine Mixed, double and single; 1ft ... ....... 5

AMMOBIUM.

A desirable white Everlasting, with a pretty
flower, pure white, therefore being very useful

in making up bouquets in summer or winter.
Hardy annual.
Alatum Grandiflorum.

GOMPHRENA (Globe Amaranth),

This is highly prized for the garden, for it
makes a good summer hedge, and is indispensa-
ble for winter bouquets. Their flowers should
not be cut until fully developed, and of full
_ near the end of summer. Half-hardy an
nual,

Fine Mixed, all colors: 18 in........... ese ys 4

HELICHRYSUM.

This is a very beautiful and valuable Mver-
lasting; it is very effective in the flower garden,
and is indispensable for winter bouquets; flow-
ers large and of bright and striking colors. Will
Succeed in any soil, and favorites with every
one. Cut just before the flowers fully expand.
Even the buds are handsome. and make up
beautifully. Hardy annuals.

Monstrosum Mixed, finest double mixed; 2ft. 5

RHODANT HE,

A charming little everlasting. The flowers
should be gathered before they fully expand,
else they lose their beautiful bell form. Half-
hardy annuals.

Fine Mixed, all colors; 1 ft...................... 5

XERANTHEMUM.

A beautiful easy growing annual. Very desir-
able on account of the abundance and long du-
ration of the flowers. The flowers are pro-
duced. on tong stems and retain their color
when dried, making them more valuable for
winter bouquets. Hardy annual.

Fine Mixed. all colors: 1 fti..... 0.5... 0.5. .20.%: 5

MIXED VARIETIES,

Mixed Everlastings. Our own mixture of seed;
all the best varieties. A single packet will
supply in abundance a great variety of the
most attractive Everlasting Flowers. No
more welcome present can be given to a Vis-
itor when looking through the flower garden
than a small bouquet of these imperishable
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Flowers white: 18in.. 4

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES.

Qrnamental (passes.

MIXED ANNUAL VARIETIES. All our
customers should grow some of these to
use with the everlasting flowers in mak-
ing up winter bouquets. They also pro-
duce a beautiful and pleasing contrast
with flowering plants, and to use for mak-
ing graceful summer bouquets. They are
easily grown in any soil. Grasses require
to be cut when they are green, before
commencing to turn yellow, and strong
looking in appearance. Tie in small
bunches and dry the same as Hverlast-
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Wild Flower (arden.

MIXTURE OF CHOICE HARDY FLOWERS.
The introduction of these has proved a most
marked success, and becoming more popular
every year. The ‘‘Wild Garden,’’ for its
unusual and varied effects, cheapness, and
the small amount of labor necessary for its
construction, has no rival. The ‘‘Wild Gar-
den Seeds’’ are a mixture of the different
hardy flowers, thus insuring, on account of
the different seasons of bloom, something
new almost every day. This mixture can be
used to good advantage, with little expense
and labor for the ‘‘Children’s Garden.”’
There is great need for a spot in the garden
that the little ones can call their own, where

sweet flowers of easy culture can be grown
for their own special enjoyment, as this will
eultivate a love for the beautiful in nature.
They are also very useful to sow along road-
sides, fences and untidy spots of ground.
Sow thinly. Per pkt. 5 cts, 6 pkts. 25 cets..
oz. 380 ets.

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

ORNAMENTAL CLIMBERS

The climbers are rapidly increasing in popularity. The strong growing varieties are well
adapted to covering arbors, verandas, fences, buildings, etc., and will produce both beauty

and shade.
similar purposes.
elimb upon.

BALLOON VINE (Cardiospermum),

A pretty and rapid growing climber, with an
inflated capsule, from which it is called Bal-
loon Vine, or Love-in-a-Puff. Should be grown
on a trellis or bush. Half-hardy annual.
Balloon Wines 6ft.:...0. 0.2.20 iene cee eaenn te 4

CANARY BIRD FLOWER.

A most elegant and popular climber; so called
from its resemblance to a canary bird with its
wings expanded; admirable in baskets, vases,
etc. Blooms all summer. Half hardy annual.
Tropeolum Perigrinum; 15 ft..... ...-..--...--- 5

CENTROSEMA (Butterfly Pea).

This is a perfectly hardy vine of rare beau
ty, which, from seed sown in April, will thrive
from early July until cut down by frost, and p
roduce large clusters of inverted pea-shaped

flowers, delightfully fragrant, one or two inch
es in diameter, and ranging in color from rosy
violet to reddish purple. Soak seed over night
in luke-warm water before planting.

Grandiflora; 6ft........ .....
CLEMATIS.

Rapid growing climbers, fine for arbors and
verandas; the small varieties flower in clusters.
and are very fragrant, and are continually in
bloom. Soak .the seed in warm water for 24
hours before sowing. Hardy perennials;' 15 ft.
Flammula. A luxuriant climber, with clus-

ters of white fragrant flowers. Sometimes

called Sweet Virgin’s Bower; 15 ft.........

Hybrida Grandiflora, Very handsome climber,
and continually in bloom, flowers large and
brilliant and various colors; 15 ft........ 10

COBEA.

A magnificent climber, with large, bell-shaped
flowers and large elegant leaves: it is of very
rapid growth, and well adapted during summer
for warm situations out of doors. Seeds should
be plac edge down when planted. Tender
annual.

Scandens. Purple tiowers; 15ft.......... ’ 8

CYPRESS VINE (Ipomea Quamoclit).

One of the most popular and beautiful of
climbers. graceful, airy, and finely cut dark
green foliage, and elegant, star-like flowers; 15
ft. Tender annuals.

Mixed Varieties

GOURDS ORNAMENTAL.

A class of plants of rapid growth, with luxur-
jant and ornamental foliage, and bearing fruit
of the most varied and fantastic forms; very
desirable for covering old trees, fences, etc., or
may be treated the same as squashes. Tender
annuals.

Fine Mixed, per.oz:'25 otal: 6. cashes aerial n das 5

HUMULUS (Japanese Hop.)

This handsome climbing vine is. very valuable
for trellis and high places. The leaves are
strikingly variegated and marked: the color is
bright, deep green, distinctly marked with sil-

very white tinged with yellow; a_ strong
grower, not injured by heat or insects.
New Japanese Variegated; 20 ft ......... ..... 5

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Those of finer growth are particularly adapted to hanging baskets, vases and
It is absolutely necessary that the proper support be furnished in time to

MAURANDYA.,

Elegant climbing plant both for trellis, out-
doors, or house culture; for hanging baskets,
its profusion of elegant colored fiowers.
produces a most beautiful effect; blooms the
first season from seed. Hardy annual.

Fine Mixed; 6 {t....:-...-..-5.25 525 eee 5

MORNING GLORY (Convolvulus Major.)

The best known and most popular annual
climber we have. The flowers are bright, and
produced in great abundance. Seed grows
readily, and vines are of such rapid growth
that it should be largely grown to cover un-
sightly fences and outhouses. Hardy annual.
Fine Mixed, all colors, 15 ft.; peroz.10cts..... 4

MOON FLOWER.

This is one of the most charming and beauti-
ful climbers. The fiowers are of immense size
and pure white color. This variety is a cross
between the white and black seeded yarieties.
and blooms from four to six weeks earlier than
the old varieties. To secure prompt. germina-
tion of seed, cut off a very small piece from
the point (Mot where germ is). Soak in Iuke-
warm water one night only and plant next
day in a warm place; about the middle of May.
New Cross-bred Variety ....................-. -. 8

NASTURTIUM.

The Tropaeolum Majus, or Tall Nasturtiums,
are among the easiest grown and prettiest of
climbers. They bear hot, dry weather very
well, and thrive on poor soil. Very free bloom-
ers and the green seed pods make excellent
pickles; 10 ft. Hardy annuals.

Finest Mixed Tall Nasturtium.

: Many bright
colors.

Per :02Z.:.to "etsy fee eee eee ay

PASSION FLOWER.

A well-known climber of rapid growth, with
singular large flowers, well adapted to house
culture in winter or for training over porches,
or in sunny positions in the open ground
in summer. Half-hardy perennial.

SMILAX,

A beautiful and graceful perennial climber,
with glossy, deep green, wavy, delicate foliage
and small white flowers; fine for vases and

baskets. Soak seed in warm water 12 hours.
plant in pots, and keep in moist, warm
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THUNBERGIA,
A slender and rapid growing climber, with
pretty flowers, which are freely produced.
either when grown in the house or out of

doors; good for baskets or vases; they do well
when allowed to run over the ground, mak’nz
a very pretty bed.

Fine Mixed, all colors; 5 ft...2.....0 05.105 camer 5

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New Climbing Nasturtium.

Madame Gunther's Hybrids.

These new Hybrids of Madame Gunther flower
earlier and more abundantly than Tropaeolum Lob-
bianum. They make a stronger growth, climbing
from five to six feet high, and are covered from
spring to fall with large, substantial flowers of the
most brilliant shades. They are remarkabie for
their wide range of colors, embracing rose, pink,
salmon, purple, velvety dark maroon, light yel-
low and deep orange in self colors, as well as
striped ard blotched in the most faaciful manner.
So ornamental is this new strain that it deserves a
place in every garden, either for climbing or trail-
ing from vases, over rock-work, etc.

10 cts., 2 pkts. 15 cts.

Imperial Japanese Morning Glory,

Morning Glories are beaztiful summer climbers. This nov-
elty is a surprise to all forits great beauty, variety of color and
giant flowers. The leaves are large, heart-shaped, many of them
a rich dark color, marbled with silvery white or yellow. The
flowers are really double the size of the ordinary kind; their
main attraction, however, is not their enormous size, but their
wonderful coloring. Their varieties of color are infinite. run-
ning from snowy-white through all possible shades of blue, ana
of red from palest pink to darkest reds and purples. They are
streaked, mottled. striped, marbled and bordered in wonderful
fashion. The ‘‘Imperial Japanese Morning Glories” are of the
easiestculture. But as the seed is hard or flinty, before sowing
treat as follows: Draw a sharp knife across one edge of the
seed, just enough to cut through the shell, then soak in luke-
warm water long enough to have seed swell to double the size
they were when dry. Sowin May in a warm, sunny position, in
good, rich soil, and give plenty of waterin dry weather. Price
per pkt. 5 cts.

Price per pkt.

MADAME GUNTHER’S NASTURTIUM.

PERENNIAL FLOWERS.

The hardy Biennials and Perennials outlive the severest winters, giving us each succeeding
year a finer display of their beautiful flowers. Some begin to bloom early in spring, others in
summer, are all of easy cultivation. Soon after the plants are through blooming, cut the old
flower stems within a few inches of the ground, which will present a more tidy appearance,
and render the plant more vigorous. Protect during the winter with a covering of straw,

leaves or manure.

AQUILEGIA (Columbine).

A free-flowering, hardy plant. Flowers in the

greatest profusion, early in the

CARNATION PINK.
Carnations are great favorites and very mag-
nificent, large, beautiful and very fragrant
flowers, aS perfect in form as the rose. Seeds

spring, and

growing with such ease and freedom, they | sown in open ground in May or June will flower
ought to be grown by all. Hardy perennial. splendidly the next season. The plants should

Finest Mixed. All colors; 2ft......

be protected by a little straw or a few boughs.
BS Net Arar 5| Hardy perennial.

German Double Mixed. Fine double flow-

DELPHINUM (Perennial Larkspur). | ers; best for border culture; 18 in.......

Handsome and well-known hardy perennials,
with splendid flowers and curiously cut leaves;
for permanent beds and borders they are indis-

Dwarf Marguerite. This variety blooms in
about four months from the time of sow-

ing the seed, and continue to flower until
frost. The most beautiful, fragrant double

pensable. Easy of culture, succeeding in any} Garnation can now be had in full flower

deep, rich soil.
Finest Mixed. Various colors; 3 ft

in the open garden the first year by sow-
ing seed early. Also for flowering in the
SLA, Se 4, house this new strain is invaluable....... 10

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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

PERENNIAL FLOWERS.

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CANTERBURY BELLS.

CANTERBURY BELLS (Campanula).

There have long been among our most orna-
mental garden plants. Their large, bell-shaped
flowers are freely produced. Fine plants for
pot culture. As they are biennials, it will be
necessary to sow seed every year. Hardy bien-
nials;

Double and Single Mixed; 2ft............... .. 5

DIGITALIS (Foxglove).”

Ornamental plants; their flowers are produced
in long dense spikes of finely spotted, bell-

shaped flowers, lasting a long time. Hardy
perennials.

Finest Mixed, various colors. 3ft.............. 5

HOLLYHOCK. “~~

The Hollyhock, in its present state of per-
fectionis very unlike its parent of olden time;it
now ranks with the dahlia. For a background
to a flower garden, perhaps no plant is so useful
the flowers are as double as a rose, of many
shades of color. Blooming plants can be raised

the first year, by starting the seeds in a box
in the house in February or March. Plant out

about first of May, they will bloom in autumn
and the second year will also blossom freely.
Our seed is saved from choice double flowers
only.

Double Mixed. Extra choice mixed; 5ft.. ... 5

HOLLYHOCK, MAMMOTH
FRINGED, ‘‘ALLEGHENY,’? NEW.

SEE NOVELTIES.

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IPOMOPSIS (Standing Cypress).

This is a very beautiful plant, with long, ele-
gant spikes of flowers. The foliage is very fine,
like that of the Cypress vine, giving great
beauty to the plant, which grows from three to
four feet high, and keeps in flower for a long
time. Hardy biennial.

Fine, Mixed; 3 ftiio- 5 case eet pees

LYCHNIS,

This is an elegant perennial. It flowers the
first year from seed, producing large flowers
varying in color from the brightest scarlet to
white; free flowering, easy of culture.
Haageana Mixed, all colors.and shades;1ft.... 5

FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis).

Charming little plants, very popular, produc-
ing their beautiful star-like flowers in great

profusion; they grow freely in any soil, but a
moist situation is best suited to them. Will
flower the first season if sown early. Augus:
sown seed will make strong young plants for
early spring blooming. Half-hardy perennial.
Alpestris. ° Mixed colors; 6in................... 5

PAPAVER (Perennial Poppy)

Very hardy, showy and ornamental plants,

producing immense flowers and are really desir-
able for their bright, gay display. Fowers
often six inches in diameter.

Orientale. Dark searlet color; 3 ft

PENTSTEMON.

One of the most beautiful and attractive her-
baceous plants; bearing long graceful spikes of

rich-colored flowers; will bloom the first season
If sown early in March, and planted out in May.
Half-hardy perennials.

Fine Mixed ;\2 ft'. 0. 255... 6 eee ee eee 5
PLAT YCODON.
The large-flowered Chinese Bell Flower. One

of the very best perennial plants; in constant
flower from early spring to late fall. It forms

dense clumps, which are covered with a mass
of bell-shaped flowers. Blooms the first year
from seed, if sown early in open ground.
Plants increase from year to year and are sure
to please. Hardy perennial.

Grandiflora Mixed. Blue and white; 2/ft...... 5
PYRETHRUM.

Handsome, free-flowering plants, producing a
fine effect in the mixed flower and shrubbery
borders. Hardy perennials
Roseum (Persian Insect Powder Plant). Hand-

some plants with rose-colored flowers,

from which thls well-known powder is
made Lett ieletecein lb cae aiewher eae mee

SWEET WILLIAM.

Matchless border plants, with heads of bloom
of great size and wonderful beauty; should be
in every garden. Perfectly hardy and easily
raised from seed. Hardy biennial.

Double Mixed, Finest colors mixed; 18in.... 5

Single Mixed. Choicest seed; 18in............ 4

COLE’S FLOWERING BULBS.

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SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.

The Summer-flowering Bulbs for spring planting, contained in the following list, are inex-
pensive, very easily grown, and produce someof the most showy and beautiful of all summer

and autumn flowers.
bulbs cannot safely besent by mail until April 1.

seeds will be sent at once, and bulbs as soon as danger of frost is over.
be sent at the dozen rate, and no less than 50 at the 100 rate.

They require little care, and quickly make a gorgeous display. Tender

When seeds and bulbs are ordered together, the

No less than six will
Any of the following Bulbs are

sent free by mail at catalogue prices, except where quoted bv the hundred.

BEGONIAS (Tuberous Rooted).

These magnificent new begonias, so greatly
improved in late years, haye quickly gained
their well deserved place as general favorites
for bedding and pot culture. The plants are
literally covered with dazzling flowers of im-

mense size and make a most effective and beau-
tiful display if planted in beds on the lawn. To
grow strong plants which will bloom all sum-
mer, place dry tubers in a little sand in a warm
room in April, when each eye will produce a
sprout, then tubers can be divided; each eye
will make a plant, these can be potted or
planted in boxes, and grown on until planted
out about first of June, if weather is settled
and warm. Set 12 inches apart. They do best
if planted where it will be shaded during the
hottest part of the day. After blooming all
summer the bulbs may be taken up in October.
dried off and stored away in dry sand in a cool
place until spring.

Single Varieties in Finest Mixtures, 10 cts. each,
3 for 25 cts., per dozen $1.00.

Double Varieties in Finest Mixtures, 20 cts. each,
3 for 50 cts., per dozen $1.75.

TUBEROSE,

The Tuberose is a beautiful, pure white, wax-
like, .Sweet-scented double flower, which re-
mains a long time in bloom, and are so fragrant
as to perfume the whole atmosphere for some
distance around. Start bulbs in pots for early
blooming, or plant in open ground after mid-
dle of May, twelve inches apart and two or
three inches deep.

Dwarf Pearl. This variety has large flowers,

perfectly double. Each 7 cts., three for 15
cts., per doz. 40 cts.-

Albino. This single-flowering Tuberose is of

the purest white, even in the hottest sun.
flowering much earlier than the old single
variety, and producing from three to tive
flower stems from a singie bulb. The odor
is less heavy than that of the double Tube-
rose. Each 10 cts., three for 25 ets., per
doz. 75 cts.

APIOS TUBEROSA,

A hardy, tuberous-rooted climber, closely re-
sembling the common Wistaria in vine and
foliage, and having clusters of deep purple
flowers, which have a strong violet fragrance.
Plant the bulbs near a trellis, fence, tree or any
Place where you may wish a climber. They
grow to a great height and bloom profusely.
The bulbs are perfectly hardy and need not be
taken up over winter. A yine so sure to grow
and give satisfaction should be in every gar-
den. 2 for 10 cts., 6 for 25 cts., doz. 40 cts.

MADERIA VINE.

Sometimes called Mignonette Vine. Tuberous
rooted climber, with glossy green leaves, of
rapid growth, bearing graceful racemes of deli-
ciously fragrant white flowers; very useful for
screens, trellis, or for pots in the house. Plant
about the middle of May. Each 5 ects., three
for 10 cts., per doz. 35 cts.

GLADIOLI.

We cannot too highly recommend our Mixed
Gladioli. They embrace a magnificent variety
of beautiful colors. We trust that many of our
friends will avail themselves of these low prices
to plant largely. Set the bulbs from six to
nine inches apart, and about four inches deep.
Plant from middle of April to first of June.

Snow White. The best white Gladioli yet intro-
duced; each 15 cts., six 75 cts., per doz. $1.25.

New Giant. This new race of beautiful

Gladiolus are of enormous size, and far sur-
pass in color anything before oftered. Thev
are much stronger than the ordinary variety.
often reaching a height of 4 feet, with spikes
of bloom 2 feet in length. Fine mixture, each
10 cts, three 25 cts.

Lemoine’s Hybrid. This brilliant class is dis-

tinguished by the rich and vivid coloring of
its flowers, resembling the Orchid. All colors
are blended together, seen in no other flower;
per doz. 50 cts., six for 25 cts., three for 15 cts.

Extra Fine Mixed. Embracing a magnificent
variety of beautiful colors, very choice; per
doz. 35 cts., six ZO cts., three 10 cts., 50 for
$1.25, 100 for $2.00.

HARDY LILIES,

The Lily has been, with eminent propriety,
styled the ‘“‘Queen of Flowers.’’ Their culture
is simple, being entirely hardy and admirably
adapted to pot culture. Plant in fall or early
spring, in good, deep, sandy, loamy soil, where
water will not stand, about one foot apart and
six ty eight inches deep. They should not be
disturbed for several years, and protected with
a foot deep of leaves or manure in winter.
Auratum. (Golden Japan Lily). Thisis the most

beautiful of the Lily family; each 2d cts..

three for 60 cts., per doz. $2.50.

Speciosum Rubrum., White and red spotted.

These are among the most beautiful and
delightfully fragrant; each 20 cts., three for
50 ets., per doz. $2.00.

Speciosum Album. A lovely, pure white

Lily, with white petals reflexed, the finest
white variety; each 20 cts., three for 50 cts.

Elegans (07 Vhunbergianum). Early; flowers cup-

shaped, borne upright, and of a great variety
of colors, ranging from deep orange to blood
red, spotted with black; each 15 cts., three
for 35 cts., doz. $1.50.

Tenuifolium. (Coral Lily.) A native of Siberia.
One of the very hardiest Lilies; flowers vivid
scarlet, with petals reflexed; very showy and
free-flowering, blooming early. Jt is). verv
easy of cultivation, requiring only a_well-
drained, sandy soil; each 20 cts., 3 for 50 cts.

Tigrinum Flore Pleno. (Double Tiger Lily).

{Immense double bright orange-red flowers,
spotted with black: each 15 cts., 2 for 25 cts.

Burbank. New Hybrid Lily, originated by
Luther Burbank. A beautiful variety that
comes highly recommended. Single spikes of
flowers are from one to three feet long, and
bear from 25 to 100 individual blossoms.
Color of flower, yellow with brown spots.
Because of its hardiness, vigor, fragrance and
beauty the ‘‘Burbank’’ is the lily ‘‘for the
millions’’; each, 35 cts.

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HERBACEOUS PAEONIES.

The Herbaceous Paeonies are exceedingly
hardy, and will succeed in any ordinary garden
soil, well enriched with good manure. During
the summer months mulching will be beneficial!
to the roots, especially on dry soils. Plant
either in spring or fall, about 3 inches deep and
3 feet apart.

Double Red. Large purplish crimson flowers;
each 25 cts., 3 for 65 cts.

Double White. Large fragrant flowers;
25 cts., 3 for 65 cts.

CALADIUM ESCULENTUM.
(Elephant’s Ear.)

One of the most beautiful and striking of the
Ornamental Foliage Plants for planting out on
the lawn. When of full grown size it stands
about five feet high, with immense leaves, oftep
measuring four feet in length by two and a half
in breadth. Plant out in May in rich soil and
give abundance of water in dry weather. The
roots should be preserved in dry sand in the cel-
lar during the winter. out of reach of frost.
Large roots, each 25 cts., small roots, 15 cts.

OXALIS (Summer Flowering).

Valuable for edging walks. flower beds, etc.
Bulbs planted 3 inches apart form rounded
rows Of «clicate foliage. about 1 foot high,
v hich produce flowers in endless succession.
Plant about first of May, one inch deep. Take
up bulbs in the fall and store in dry cellar.

Lasiandra. Rosy pink, 10 cts. doz.; per 100, 60 cts.

each

Deippa. Rosy white, 10 cts. doz.; per 100. 60 cts.
CALLA LILIES,
Very attractive looking plants, with large

white flowers and broad foliage. For potting
soil take rich loam, with one-fourth rotten
manure or leaf mould with a little sand addea.
Plenty of moisture should be given at all times:
they delight in a shady, warm situation.

ZEthiopica. The well-known White Calla
or Lily of the Nile, each 15 ects., 2 for 25 ets.
Black Calla. Foliage deep green, produc-
ing velvety black flowers; each 20 ets., 3 for

50 ets.

Little Gem. A dwarf variety, rarely grow-
ing over 12 inches high, makes a fine pot
plant; each 15) ets:: 2 for 25 cts:

Spotted Leaf. Dark green leaves, beauti-
tully spotted with white. The flowers are
white with dark throat. Can be planted out
an sprig like a gladioli; each 15 ets., 2 for
20 (CLS:

HYACINTHUS CANDICANS.

It can be used with excellent effect in the

center of a bed of Gladiolus or other plants.

The flowers are bell-shaped and - pendulous.
pure white in color, and somewhat fragrant.
The plant is hardy and grows stronger eacn

year. Very useful along walls, fences and in
beds; each 6 cts., 4 for 20 cts., per doz. 50 ets.
GLOXINIA,

Gloxinias are among the handsomest of our
summer blooming greenhouse _ plants. The
flowers are gorgeous, and the foliage has a
velvety appearance. Bulbs should be started
In spring in a warm place. They require
partial shade and a liberal supply of water

when growing... After blooming water should
be withheld and the bulb remain dry through
the winter. Each 15 cts., 2 for 25 ets.

CANNAS.

Very handsome tropical looking plants,
unrivaled for fine effect on the lawn,
deep rich soil, give plenty of water
weather.

Mixed Varieties. Dwarf, large flowering sorts;
each 10 cts.: 3 for 25 ets.

are
Plant in
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COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

DAHLIAS.

One of the grandest autumn flowers we have.
Plant early in May in deep, rich soil, about
three feet apart. Set plants deep and tie to
stakes before they bloom.

Fine Double Mixed. From best named varieties,
each 15 cts., 4 for 50 cts.

NEW DOUBLE RUDBECKIA,
(“Golden Glow.’’)

One of the most distinct and beautiful large
growing hardy perennials that has_ been
introduced in years. and one that should find
a place in every garden. The plant is a strong’
grower of fine branching habit, bearing by
the hundred. on long, graceful stems. beau-
tiful double blossoms of the brightest golden
yellow and as large as a Cactus Dahlin. Exs-
cellent for cut flowers, lasting well when eut.
A plant that is easily managed. growing :jnd
blooming nicely with very little care and in
simose any kind of soil. Each‘15 ets., 2 for
. cts.

EULALIA JAPONICA ZEBRINA.

A useful, hardy, decorative plant. The foi-
iage is distinctly marked with broad vellow
bands. It grows from 5 to 7 feet in height,
forming a most striking and graceful plant.
Plant entirely hardy: whether used as a
single plant or groups on lawns it has no
equal. Each 15 ets., 2 for 25 cts.

PERENNIAL PHLOX.

The Perennial Phloxes are among the most
useful and desirable of our hardy herbaceous.
plants, and should: be planted largely. They
succeed best in deep rich soil. either shade or
sun. and ean be used to advantage. either as
single specimens in the mixed border. or as
large clumps or beds in the garden or lawn:
mixed colors. Each 15 cts.. 2 for 25 ets.. 5

for 50 cts.
IRIS (Fleur de Lis).

These are neat, robust. hardy herbaceous
early blooming plants. with large ornamental
flowers of rich and elegantly blended colors.
All thrive in any common garden soil. but do
best in deep rich. moist soil. with an abundance
of water given when in bloom, and a partial
shady place in the middle of the day.. They are
perfectly hardy and when once planted will in-
crease in size and beauty every year.

GERMAN IRIS.

These bloom in May and June. Plant about
18 inches apart. height 2 ft.: mixed colors;
each 10 ects.. 3 for 25 cts.. doz. 75 ets.

KAEMPFERI (Japan Iris))
The most magnificent of all. Blooms in

June and July. VPlani 18 inches by 2 feet
apart, height 3 feet. Either double or sin-
gle, mixed colors; each 15 cts., 4 for 50 cts.,

doz. $1.25. :
HELIANTHUS.

Helianthus Maultiflorus. (Double Hardy Sun-
Jiower.) One of the most useful perennial
plants in cultivation. It is perfectly hardy
and produces its large double Dahlia-like gol-
den-yellow flowers in the greatest profusion
during the entire summer and fall. 4 feet.
15 cts. each. 2 for 25 ets., $1.50 per doz.

COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA.

This is one of our finest haray flowers for
making a gay sbow of colors in the garden or
for cutting. The folinge is finely cut and the
stems are long and graceful; free-blooming and
free-growing. Golden-yellow co!or; 18 in. Each,
15 cts., 2 for 25 cts.

LILY OF THE VALLEY.

Clumps. For immediate effect these are
much to be preferred to the single crowns
or pips. Our clumps are large and heavy
and blossoms may be expected the first sea-
son; each 15.cts.,2 for-25)-cts,

COLE’S GARDEN TOOLS.

BOWKER’S PLANT FOOD.

A Fertillzer made especially for Plants grown

in the House, Garden or Conservatory; clean,
free from offensive odor, largely soluble in
water, and producing healthy plants, free from
vermin and early and abundant blossoms, to
which it imparts a rich and brilliant color.

Put up in wooden boxes, with full directions.
A large box contains food sufficient for twenty
plants one year. Price, small box 15 ets.; by
mail, prepaid, 20 cts.; large box, 25 cts.; by
mail, prepaid, 40 cts.

HAMMOND’S SLUG SHOT.

Slug Shot destroys all insects injurious to
House and Garden Plants, Shrubs, Trees, Vines.
Potatoes, Melons, Cabbages, Currants and Veg-
etables and Fruits of all kinds. This prepara.
tion, though poisonous to insects, does not in-
jure the foliage in the least, and acts in some
measure as a fertilizer to the plants.

DIRECTIONS FOR USH.—Dust the powder
lightly over the infected plants, so as to cover
every part of them. One application is gener-
ally sufficient, but if a new brood appears, re-
peat the cperation at once. For further infor-
mation, send for our little book on slug shot.
Put up in packages not prepaid; 5 lbs. 30 cts.,
10 Ibs. 60 ets., 50 Ibs. $2.50. 100 Ibs. $4.75. By
mail, prepaid, lb. 20 cts., 3 Ibs. 50 cts.

PYRETHRUM, OR PERSIAN,
INSECT POWDER.

The well-known insecticide. For destroy ng
Roaches, Ants, Fleas, Bed Bugs, Cabbage
Worm, and all other noxious insects. The pow-
der may be diluted with ten times its bulk
with some other finely pulverized material.
Price per Ib. 60 cts., 4 lb. 20 ects., ounce, 8 ets.

“JUMBO” INSECT POWDER GUN.

This is one of the best Bellows for applying
Insect Powder to plants and for houschold use.
By its use the powdermay be made to penetrate
into the most accessible places, and all the
parts of a plant. Made to meet a demand for
as large a gun as can be held in the hand, 4
inches in diameter, large opening for filling. It
sells at sight, and is recommended by all who
have used it. Price 25 cts. each, by mail.

SULPHO TOBACCO SOAP.

This we can recommend to the florist, the
amateur grower, and all who are interested in
-flower-growing, either indoors or out, a Tobacco
Preparation which meets the necessity for an
easily applied and absolutely effectual insect
destroyer. The soap is easily dissolved in
warm or cold water. As a rule, 2 oz. of soap
should be taken to a gallon of water. And ap-
plied by sprinkling over the plants; absolutely
safe to use on the tenderest plant, and is non-
poisonous. It also is a very vigorous fertilizer.
Priee per package, 25 cts.. by mail.

LANG’S —
HAND —

pANDIES

\ TOOL Af By Mae
a ONEARTH.~ PREPAID
This is one of the best weeders made, Its

special advantage over all other weeders of this
class is that it has a band which passes over the
fingers, which, when the tool is not in use, gives
full use to the hand for pulling weeds and thin-
ning out plants without laying down the tool. It
is neatly and strongly made. Price, 25 cts., by
mail.

EXCELSIOR WEEDING HOOK.

This tool can be used to great advantage
among small and tender plants. It is warranted
to give entire satisfaction when used among
rows of seedlings, among ornamental plants, or
in any place where absolute freedom from wecds
is desired. Trice, 20 cets., by mail.

HUMPHREY’S POTATO KNIFE.

With the Concave Potato Knife, seed pota-
toes can be ecut better, and $2.00 to $3.00 an
acre saved in seed and time by its use. The
blade is very thin and just the right shape to
divide the potatoes into one, two or three eye
pieces very rapidly without cracking the tuber
or injuring the vitality of the germs as the
punch cutters will do. We sell the Knife on its
merits, and will refund the money to any one
who is not satisfied. A circular is put up in

each box with the Knife. Trice, 25 cts.-cach,
six, $1.40, by mail.

GARDEN TROWELS.

SOLID STEEL TROWELS—The best, one solid
piece of steel, and will outwear several of the
ordinary sort. Price each, 35 cts.; by mail pre-
paid, .

CLEVE’S ANGULAR—Fine for transplanting
small plants, etc. Each by mall, 20 cts.

76 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

“‘PLANET) JR.” GARDEN. LOGES.

Space will not permit illustrating and describing all of the “Planet Jr, tools, but we will gladly
send a fully illustrated catalogue to any who desires it: and we can supply promptly anything
ordered. ‘‘Planet Jr.”’ goods are standard machines and the best on the market.

THE NEW “PLANET JR.” NO. 3 HILL DROPPING SEED DRILL.

~— This Drill will sow in a continuous row, in the ordinary
way, with the greatest regularity: but its distinctive feature
is that it will drop neatly in hil!s, either 4, 6, 8,12 or 24 inches
apart. It opens the furrow, drops in hills cr drills, covers,
rolls down and marks the next row, all at one operation. The
hopper holds three quarts. The wheel is 13 inches high. Itis
changed in a moment from hill dropping todrill work. It has
a force feed, sows equally well whether the hopper is full or
contains only a paper of seed, and will
not injure delicate seed, such as rad-
ish. cabbage. ete.

The plow is adjustable and opens a
very narrow furrow, which is a great
advantage for after-cultivation. It
has been tested thoroughly by careful
gardeners and nurserymen, and the
manufacturers guarantee it to give
encire satisfaction.

Price $9.00.

THE “‘PLANET JR.” NO. |
COMBINED DRILL AND
WHEEL HOE.

This is the most pop-
ular combined tool
known, and its friends
have been gained by
substantial merit
alone, It won the high-
i and only award at :

ac es ”

peel) Dea eee THE “‘PLANET JR.” NO. 2 SEED DRILL.
itis ideutieal’ with the This tool is used the world over,
No. SGP et Re ; q and, with the exception of our Hill
Drill, except in size, and has all its merits. This | Dropping Drill, is the most perfect drill known.
combined tool has a complete set of cultivating It holds 2% quarts. The drill sows in an even,
tools, and all its operations are rapid. easy, per- WR -

fect and delightful. From a drill 1t is changed to |

regular stream, whether there is much or
little in the hopper. The opening plow,
being directly between the wheels, fol-
lows all irregularities of the ground, is
easily adjustable, and once set, opens the
furrow at a uniform depth, and ihe seeds
are deposited in a very narrow line. The
machine is very simple—no agitators,
belts or gearing.

Price $6.50.

other uses by unscrewing but two
bolts,when any of the attachments
shown in the cut can be instantly
attached. In short, every pur-
chaser of this machine will find it
an excellent seed-sower; a first-
class double wheel hoe; an excel-
lent furrower: an admirable wheel
cultivator; a capital garden rake:
a rapid and efficient wheel garden
plow.
Price &9.00.

THE “PLANET JR.” DOUBLE WHEEL
HOE.

All the tools shown in the cut go
with the machine for the price, and
all the blades are steel, hardened
in Oiland polished. Price 6.00. |

To accommodate those who
ee little work but hoeing, te
offer the above machine with
hoes only, under the name of “Planet Jr.” Plain Double Wheel Hoe at $3.50. The other
parts can be added at any time and will be found to fit.

ee

COLE’S GARDEN TOOLS. 77

The ‘Planet Jr.” Single Wheel Hoe.

This Wheel Hoe is considerably lighter than the Double,
but does almost the same variety of work, being used mostly
between the rows; yet it can be used to hoe both sides at once
while plants are small by placing the wheel at one side of the
frame. The form of the hoes insures a forward, slanting cut
next to the plant, and consequent close werk without danger.
and thorough cultivation of the soil. The rakes and ecultiva-
tor teeth and the hoes and plow enable the operator to per-
form almost every variety of work, either in the tield or
garden, All rows from six to eighteen inches apart can be
hoed at one passage. Price $4.50.

To supply a demand for a cheap
Single Wheel Hoe, we offer the
above machine, with the hoes only, at
$2.75, and the other attachments can
be aided atany time and will be found
to fit.

THE “FIRE-FLY” SINGLE WHEEL
HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW.

This popular tool is exactly the
same as the ‘Planet Jr.’’ Single Wheel!
Hoe, excepting that it does not have
the rakes or leaf-lifter. Price $3.75.

The “Planet Jr.” No. 8 Horse Hoe.

We offer important OO a eo” No. 8 “Planet Jr.’”’ Horse Hoe and Cultivator, as described
; elow:

N L The Frame is longer than usual, and about one and one-half
. K inches higher, making a tool that will not clog easily.

The Standards are framed up hollow with round throats
of stiff steel. They polish quickly and free themselves readily
from obstructions. and they clasp the frame and strengthen it.

The Depth is under perfect control, by means of a new lever
wheel, and the new patented depth regulator, which are moved
instantly in unison by single lever, making exact work, steadying
the machine and relieving the operator.

The Expander—tThis is an entirely new
pattern, superior to all other forms; exceed-
ingly strong, simple, accurate and positive
in all positions.

Handles and Braces- These are abso-
lutely new and the most effective and stiffest
combination known, at once making the tool
rigid. yet allowing every adjustment of han-
dies in height and sidewise.

Price $7.50.

The ‘Planet Jr.’ No. 6 Horse Hoe

This tool has the same standards and teeth as
the No. 8, but it does not have the improved depth
regulator and the expander and braces of the No. 8.
yet it is strong and serviceable and will give full
satisfaction. Hasanexcellentexpanderand handles
adjustable, both perpendicularly and sidewise.

Price 86.50.

“Planet Jr.’ 12-tooth Harrow.

This tool has rapidly grown into favor with =
market gardeners and strawberry growers. It is = =
carefully made and finished, has a high frame, and the chisel-shaped teeth cut an inch wide each.
It may be set with teeth trailing by simply chang-
Ing one bolt in each tooth

The foot lever pulverizer is a capital addition
for preparing ground for the seed dril. or for plant
setting. Hand levers regulate both width and
depth while in motion. It contracts twelve inches,
and imay be further reduced in width by taking
off the outside teeth. It expands in width to
thirty-two inches. It cultivates deep, without
throwing earth upon the plants.

Price: Plain, $5.00.
With Wheel, $6.25.
Complete, $7.50.

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78 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

LITTLE GEM SEED DRILL.

HIS is an excellent low-priced reliable Seed Drill.
“THE LiTTLe Gem” will make the drill drop and
cover all seeds, such as TURNIP, CARROT.

SAGE. SPINACH, ONIONS, PARSNIP, BEET.
etc., and mark the next rowas perfectly as the best ten
dollar drill, and yet it does not cost half the price. It
has proved a ‘‘decided hit” for those who plant veget-
ables for home use, and whose root-growing is not ex-
tensive enough to warrant them in buyinga large drill.
It weighs only twenty pounds, is a little beauty, and
willlast many years. Price 84.60.

The “Gem” of the Garden.

HAND WHEEL, HOE CULTIVATOR AND PLOW.

S LATELY improyed we can offer the above im-
A plement to gardeners with the assurance that it
is fully up to the times, and the most effective
and convenient tool of the kind introduced. Its work- »
ing parts are two Sen file Hoes, one 4% and one 9 inches
wide; two plows, right and left handed; five cultivator
teeth, all of the best steel. The wheel and handles of a Nc —/ =
the *“‘Gem”’ are adjustable in height, while the frame is \ Shy 2
so slotted that the hoes. teeth and plows can be set in SS eZ
almost any position or angle, The scuffle hoe makesa poypic¢ WHEEL
clean cut, and is followed by teeth—five or less—which ATTACHMENT
thoroughly pulverize the soil and drag out and expose x
to the sun the roots of the weeds cut by the hoe. A
large number of these machines have been sold during
the past year, to the greatest satisfaction of buyers.
It is always sold with the privilege of returning it if
not entirely satisfactory.

Price, Single Wheel Machines, $4.00.

This has, in addition to the Single Wheel Machine Z
sold at $4.00, the Double Wheel Attachment and two
extra Steel Blades, which we furnish with the Single Wheel, including all parts shown in the
engraving, The Double Wheel attachments, with these extra Blades, is of great service, working
both sides of the rows among young plants.

Double and Single Wheel Combined, $5.00.

ACME SEED DRILL.

HIS practical little hand GARDEN SEED
DRILL comes highly recommended. It is
so simple in construction, that on exam-

ining it vou can soon realize why it can be sold
so cheap. It will sow beet, cabbage, carrot,
celery, lettuce, radish, turnip, and all such
seeds with perfect regularity. It is utterly
impossible for it tosow anything but accurately,
doing the work as thoroughly as the costly
machines, and will cover ten times the ground
that can pessibly be covered by hand. It is
simple in construction, so easily understood that
a child can be instantly taught to use it; so sim-
ple constructed it is impossible to get out of
order. By its use you will save time, save seed,
make the work easier and get a better stand. If
a longer handle is desired it can easily be
attached but we make them short for conveni-
ence in shipping. Price $1.25. or to persons who
order seed from us also, the price will be only
$1.00; charges prepaid.

Or free with an order to the value of $3.00 worthZof SEEDS IN PACKETS ONLY,
and with no other premiums.

COLE’S HINTS ON TRANSPLANTING. 79

Hints on Sowing Seeds, Transplanting
and Making Hotbeds, Etc.

SOWING THE SEED AND PREPARING THE SOIL.

These are very important matters and care should be taken to have your seed bed finely
raked and free from all rubbish and lumps and well enriched with well-rotted manure.
and also not to sow seed to early, or in other words, until the soi] becomes sufliciently
warm and dry, so that it will work mellow and crumble to pieces when struck with the
spade. Do not attempt to raise fine flowers or good vegetables on a poor soil. Always keep

a heap of manure on hand for the next season, when it will be thoroughly rotted and
ready for use. If these points are overlooked, and the seed sown too early, it is apt to rot
or perish, and consequently involve a loss and sad disappointment on the part of the culti-
vator, and it is not the fault of the seed or seedsmen, as it is unfortunately laid a great
many times. However, in all cases, follow as hearly as possible the directions of each
variety, as given in the Catalogue, and you will have a marked success. Ly sowing every-
thing, aS much as possible in drills, instead of broadcast, a great deal of labor will be
saved, as all ean be kept clear of weeds by the hoe and hand cultivator.

COVERING OR MULCHING SEED AFTER SOWING.

When fine seeds are sown, dry hot weather, and hard beating rains, can soon do much
damage to the tender seedlings, in drying up the tender sprouts, or baking the top of the
soil. To mulch with clippings of grass or some other material till plants are coming up

is a good idea. We have used narrow strips of thin boards with good success by laying them
over the row where seeds are sown, and when seeds begin to sprout, the boards can be
raised a little and something laid under to give the plants air, and this is better than to
remove boards too suddenly, as it gives plants time to harden. When well up, it is best
to remove boards in the evening or during cloudy weather.

THINNING PLANTS,

Is a very important operation. Everything ought to be thinned very early, even in seed
leaf, if the plants stand too close. Another thinning may be necessary when they are more
advanced to give them room to grow stalky. All plants, when crowded togeiher, run up
tall and slender, and never stcceed well.

TRANSPLANTING.

In transplanting, the main points to be regarded are, care in taking up the plants so
as to avoid injury to the roots, planting firlaly so as to enable the plant to take a secure
hold of the soil, reducing the top to prevent evaporation, and shading to prevent the sun
from withering and blighting the leaves. In transplanting from a _ hot-bed, narden the

plants by letting them get quite dry a day or two before, but give an abundance of water
every few ,hours before they are taken out. It is most apt to be successful if done just
at evening, or immediately before or during the first part of a rain, about the worst time
being just after a rain, when the ground being wet it is imnossible to sufficiently press it
about the plant without its baking hard. If water is to be used at all, it should be used
freely, and the wet surface immediately covered with dry soil.

HOT-BEDS.

The hot-bed is made by forming a pile of horse manure with the straw used for bed-
ding or leaves some three feet in height, and about 12 or 18 inches larger all around than
the size of the frame to be used. Shake all together, so that the straw and manure will
be equally mixed. It may be Sunk in the ground a foot or eighteen inches, or made on
the surface. Place the frame on as soon as the bed is made and fill it with about 5 or 6
inches of good mellow soil, keeping the frame closed for a few days until fermentation

takes place and the soil is quite warm. It is better to wait a day or two after this and
then sow the seeds. The frame can be constructed by any handy man at very small ex-
pense. It consists of a wooden frame, froin 3 to 6 feet wide, and from 6 to 16 feet long,
according to the supply of vegetables or flowers required. The back side shoull be at least
6 inches higher than the front—the frame sub-divided by cross-bars and each division cov-
ered by a glazed sash. The frame should face the south or southeast. trom the time the
seed is sown, attention to airing and shading during the hot part of the day, and covering
up at night, is essential, and also that the soil never be allowed to get dry. The watering
should be done with a very fine rose watering pot, and with tepid water. The temperature
at night may range from 55 to 65 degrees, an: du:!) g the day from 70 to SO.

COLD FRAMES.

A cold frame is so easy in construction and management as to be available to all. This
is simply a hot-bed frame with glazed sash, placed upon a bed of fine mellow earth, in some
sheltered place in the garden. After the frame is secured in its place. a couple of inches

of fine earth should be placed inside, and the frame closed up a day or two before the seeds
are planted. As the cold frame depends upon the sun for its warmth, it must not be started
as soon as the hot-bed, and in this latitude the latter part of April is soon enough. Wat-
ering oceasionally will be necessary, und air must be given in bright warm days. Shade
is also necessary.

‘

80 COLE’S GARDEN ANNUAL.

(euitral Nurseries.

J. WRAGG & SONS CO.,

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m=" And Introducers of

THE WRAGG CHERRY,
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EARLY OHIO GRAPE.

OR twenty years we have made a specialty of Hardy Fruits and
Ornamentals forthe Northwest, and Evergreens for Shelter Belts—
believing as we do that two rows of an Evergreen Shelter Belt around
< five acres of the Home, Orchard and Stock Yard will add 10 per cent.
Z. to the value of any farm, either to keep or sell. Our practice is to grow
the Best of such Trees, Vines, Shrubs, etc.,
that have been found profitable to plant
in Iowa, and we invite correspondence or
inspection of our large assortment. Stock
of everything found in a First-CLass
Nursery, and at prices to suit the times.

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We shall take pleasure in answering
questions or making estimates for those ©
wishing to plant largely.

As to our standing and reliability, we
refer to the Des Moines National Bank.

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Gers: ‘ vy a spring and the risk of stock being sold.
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INDEX TO CATALOGUE.

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