Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. “ — s ~ 7 rg oO, 7 -1879—Forty-fifth Year —1923 STOKES STANDARD SEEDS : for : Market G: ardeners and Truckers Via Fast es Postpaid Oe uarters at oe hndermoor “Home of . Bonny Best Tomato STOKES SEED FARMS CO., Growers Windermoor Farm, Moorestown,New Jersey (In fertile Burlington County) TOMORROW “Ob yesterday our little troop was ridden through and through, Our swaying, tattered pennons fled, a broken, beaten few, And all a summer afiernoon they bunted us and slew; But tomorrow, By the living God, we'll iry the game again!” —5. M.. ET that be your marchmg song for the days ahead. We know the markets have been bad—very bad. We know there have been a hundred things to fight agamst, but next year Is a new year, and there are unbeatable plans to be laid. Don’t follow the crowd. Lead it. Study the dates of past glutted markets and aim to avoid them. Get close to the consumer. Sell codperatively, but plan your crops mdependently. And fmally—PLANT GOOD SEEDS! With this catalogue we announce the establishment of Stokes SUPER-STAND- ARDS—special strams of seed to meet the requirements of the ultra-critical planter in his most mtensive operations. These stocks have been developed to a rare degree of perfection and represent, our best work as seedsmen. They must pass the most exacting tests before Ieavymg Windermoor Farm, but when well grown their performance will emulate their remarkable pedigree. As will be the case with all of our vegetable seeds this year, the germination will be noted on all packages of one ounce and over. The slightly mcreased cost of our SUPER-STANDARDS is insignificant when compared to the value of their product, and will be found in direct ratio to the question “What is it worth to be sure?” Special attention can profitably be given the flower seed pages of this catalogue which have been entirely rewritten and which are now accurately illustrated in color. Any property becomes more attractive if it is surrounded by a wealth of — flowers, and we know of no better paying investment. Once again we extend cordial greetings to old friends and new. Good seeds and an honest catalogue apparently have merit in the eyes of the market-gardener. Our tellmg the weak, as well as the strong pomts, and our listing varieties only under their true names have been in Ime with our established policy. In retrospect, the past season here at Windermoor has been very satisfactory. Your orders which poured in to us with every mail last spring were indicative of your good faith. Your letters received since tell us that we now have your good-will. For both of these we are very grateful, and hereby renew our pledge of vigilance. Faithfully yours, STOKES SEED FARMS COMPANY WINDERMOOR FARM r November 1, 1922 A A S r President and Manager pa Ae ae i — " Stokes Seeds Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [buries County] Urne as5 Sir Galahad SUPER-STANDARD SUPPLEMENT On this and the following seven pages you will find our 17 Super-Standards. These stocks are not designed for the cheap buyer but, on the other hand, have been developed to satisfy the demands of the critical grower who has come to appreciate the value of planting only well-bred seeds. You >? can find seed ‘‘bargains’’ anywhere, but they are usually followed by regrets. If you are an experi- enced market-gardener we are sure you are not looking for cheap seed, for you have long ago found it is the most expensive in the long run. The increased cost of our Super-Standards is only in propor- tion to the increased expense, time, and painstaking care that have been applied to these stocks. Asa mark of identification and to insure their genuineness they will be sold only under the signature of FRANCIS C. STOKES W ASHINGTON ASPARAGUS : Seed and Roots STOKES A rust-resistant strain which has achieved immense popularity, and, we believe, SUPER- STANDARD I I is destined to supersede all other varieties. The amazing increase in the con- sumption of Asparagus as an early spring vegetable has had its reaction in the planting of a large additional acreage, much of which has been planted with this new Washington variety. Asparagus growers in many parts of the country were nearly put out of business by rust. To them this new m1 troduction has reversed their whole situation, and even in districts which were not seriously affected by -ust, growers are no longer taking chances with : ; older varieues, for they realize an Asparagus bed ts a per- manent investment and the slight additional cost of Wash- ington seed or roots Is In no way out of propor- tion to the protcetion which it gives them. The pedigree of our Super-Standard stock may be traced back to the best plants found in a ten years’ search among millions of Asparagus plants which were tested. The work has been done by some of the best plant-breeders in the United States Department of Agriculture. Washmegton is an Asparagus uniformly rust-resistant, high-yielding, of large size and rapid growth, all of which indicates tenderness and a brilliant appearance, and these things in turn give greater market value. Asparagus growers should not be satisfied with anything but the best attainable, and it Is our sincere belief that Washington surpasses any available stock at the present time. On the advice of Asparagus experts in the Bureau of Plant Industry, we are listing only one-year-old roots, as they have proved to be the most satisfactory for transplanting. Once again we are able to offer seed, although our supply is not unlimited. Last season we were oversold on our supply of roots before February 1. We anticipate that the demand this year will be even greater. Price of roots, delivered, $2.50 per 100, $10 for 500, $18 per 1,000, $80 per 5,000, $15*% per 10,(%0. Price of seed, large pxt. 25 cts., oz. 50 cts., 14lb. $1.75, lb. $6, 10 Ibs. $50. CULTURAL SuGGEsTIONS. Asparagus thrives best in reasonably light soil. One pound of seed will produce enough roots for two acres if planted in rows 4 feet apart and 2 feet apart in the row. The ground should be well-manured, and fall plowing ts preferable where possible. The furrows should be 10 inches deep, so that the root crown is about 6 inches below the level of the ground. As the roots develop, the furrows should be gradually filled in and hilled up. For small gar- den plantation, 100 roots will be sufficient for a’ family of frve. No permanent harm is done by cutting the shoots the first year, but we do not ad- Bers - vise heavy cutting until the second or third year. Washington Asparagus eee otc flavor at all stages of growth, | ee ee spinach or Swiss chard. The roots may be safely kept | Stekes Seeds 5 >t ies x $ true as CROSBY EGYPTIAN BEET 45 days. This strain, developed from the origi- SUPER- STANDARD] nal Crosby Beet, will be found remarkably uniform to type, of a dark, rich color, and developing very small top-growth. It is a very desirable strain, either for cultivation under glass or as a field-crop. We consider It a very valuable Beet, and this year have received extremely flattermg reports on it. The slightly in- creased cost of this strain over our regular Crosby will repay itself many times in the hands of a careful gardener. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., fo |, IA lb, 45ecctso elo: $1.60, 10 Ibs. $15. NEW CENTURY BEET STOKES 1 60 : SUPER- STANDARD davs A late green-top type of the ® best quality. As a fall and f winter variety we know of no superior to New Century. We elt claim that it is the sweetest in and its green top will be found eee more delicious than either | the Beet does not develop a woody fiber, no matter what Its size, is greatly mm its favor. New Century may be | m fe planted to advantage two or three times during the season ae oe =6trom April until late in June. The demand for this Beet ee See §=6can be developed on any market, Price, large pkt. 20 cts., | oz. 39 cts., 14lb. $1, lb. $3.50, 10 Ibs. $32.50. wf throughout the winter if properly stored. The fact that i ANS t male : - CHANTENAY CARROT 65 days. This, the originator’s stock, SUPER-STANDARD/ is generally recognized, as being of higher quality than any other available stram of Carrot. The seed is newly arrived imported stock from the world’s oldest seed-growers. It will be found especially valuable for the uniformity of its shape and its rich inside color. Chantenay matures nearly two weeks earlier than Danvers Half-Long, is slightly shorter and more stump-rooted than that variety. Its length will average 41% inches, tapering slightly from well-set shoulders. Color deep orange; flesh | crisp and tender. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., I/lb. 40 cts., lb. $1.40, 10 lbs. $12. SNOWBALL CAULIFLOWER ig te 4 fe SORES 95 days. This fresh, imported Danish , j UPER- STANDARD! strain is very early, very uniform, and, | ¥ 7 from every point of view, may be looked upon to produce | % Jf Cauliflower of a rare quality. The strain is compact, with | = 4 few short outside Jeaves, and the heads, when blanched, = are pure white and of standard market size. Our Super- «4, Standard strain is the result of the most painstaking work ES on the part of our Danish growers. For illustration, see | carrot 7 page17. Price, large pkt. 25c., oz. $1.75, 14lb. $6.50, Ib. $25. j 2 Toe a ob tal i 4 sa ‘ oe 4 - Lag aN Stokes Seeds Super-Standard Supplement. “What is it Worth to be Sure?” STOKES 90 days. The bi in early Cabbage i : SUPER- STANDARD aye e big money in early Cabbage is made in producing it as an extra early. The difference of a week often makes the reece between a strong ee and a demoralized mar- ket. Don’t follow the crowd. Lead it. Our extra-early strain of Copenhagen - Market will give you a running start. The seed is fresh, which means quick germination and a quick-growing plant. The strain has been bred so that maturity is reached at least a week earlier than the regular commercial strain Z of Copenhagen Market. Experienced Cabbage-growers will undoubtedly be : able to gain fully two weeks by using this seed. It Is generally recognized that the round-headed types are far more salable and valuable than the pointed _ types. Price, large pkt. 25 cts., oz. 50 cts., 14lb. $1.50, lb. $5, 5 Ibs. $29. 50. hh DOUBLE-BARRELED BEST SWEET CORN STOKES SUPER-STANDARD 80 days. For ten years this remarkable variety has Bicieht large returns to those who planted it. Since 1t was mtroduced by the late Walter P. Stokes, in 1913, it has become well known on all the eastern markets. About 70 per cent of the stalks produce two ears, hence its name. The ears will average 7 inches in length and are high in sugar’ content. The seed we offer has been grown on our Windermoor Farm. For the past two years we have sold out this variety before the end of the sea- son. Our supply this year is not unlimited. Those who depend on us on it will do well to place their order early. Price, %4lb. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., 5 Ibs. $1.40, 10 lbs. $2.60, 50 Ibs. $12. 3 Stokes Seeds Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [susinzeon County GOLDEN SELF- ee. BLANCHING eee =—SCU CELERY 115 days. In no other SUPER - STANDARD vegetable is the ratio between the cost of seed and the possible value of the crop so great as Celery. A pound of seed will easily produce a carload of the finished product. Celery growers know this and no longer are prone to take risks on their supply. Golden Self-blanching has been under cultivation in this country for forty years and needs no detailed description here. Our Super-Standard stock, we believe, is unsurpassed. It is naturally blight-resistant, but we take no chances, and, as is the case with all of our Celery seed, it is treated with for- maldehyde as a further precaution. Large pkt. 25c., oz. $1.25, 14lb. $4, lb. $15, 5 lbs. $70. Y EASY-BLANCHING CELERY é This is the most valuable SUPER-STANDARD/ strain of Celery we have A ever offered. The Easy-Blanching type has 4 ‘ ie been on the market for ten years, but we believe ‘our Super-Standard strain to be unequalled, : Originally, it was a selec- ie tion of the green in the MER § Golden Self-blanching wed type. The stalks are > full-hearted, light gold- ay en yellow; will mature r within two weeks 3 after Golden Self- blanching. See, also, page 18. Large Be 50 cts., oz. $1.75, 4 1/4lb. $6.50, lb. zg $25, 5 lbs. $110, delivered. - PARSLEY CHAMPION MOSS CURLED Sometimes called Market-Gardener’s Best 65 days. Produces perfectly curled SUPER - STANDARD Parsley of a rich dark green color. We know of no other strain superior to this in the above respects, and they are the two essentials in com- mercial production in garnishing Parsley. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14lb. 50 cts., 1b. $1.50, 10 lbs. $14. Champion Moss Curled Parsley 4 Stokes Seeds yi SETH a Pe Super-Standard Supplement. “The Very Best” WHAT IS YOUR ANSWER? The annual seed requirements of a market-gardener are less than eight per cent of the annual overhead expense. But how much depends on that eight per cent! There is no successful grower who does not know a loss or gi gain, for his year’s effort depends on good judgment in the purchase of his seed supply. Stokes’ Super- Standards have been developed to meet the specifications of market-gardeners who know that their success has been due to their appreciation of good seeds, and care in the purchase of them. They know that their cost is of little consequence compared to their tnherent strength and breeding. EVERGREEN WHITE-SPINE CUCUMBER 60 days. This old standard variety was mtroduced by Johnson & Stokes thirty- SUPER-STANDARD/ six years ago and is still one of the standard slicing Cucumbers. Its name ts indicative of its deep green color, which it retains at all stages of its growth. It is slightly longer than the original White Spine type and will average 7 inches in length. The outside color is a rich green, showing some white stripes at the stem end. This seed has also been chemically treated. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14]b. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50, 10 Ibs. $13.50. WINDERMOOR WONDER CUCUMBER This Most Attractive and Valuable Cucumber Will Lead any Market 65 days. For the first time in three years we are once more able to offer this; SUPER - STANDARD the most attractive American Cucumber under cultivation. It is equally valu- able when grown under glass as when grown under careful field cultivation. Our Company introduced it in 1917. It is a cross between the English Telegraph and Davis Per- fect. Its most striking feature is the rich, dark green color which extends the full Iength of the fruit. In place of the usual white stripes at the stem end, this variety has the most alluring bright green stripes which add to instead of detract from its sale value. Its yield is at Jeast 50 per cent greater than Davis Perfect and its average length is from 10 to 12 inches. Its staying qualities under the very hottest midsummer sun are remarkable. The seed cavity is very small, which is in its favor as a slicmg variety, but this naturally makes the seed much more expensive. Windermoor Wonder, as is the case with all our Cucumber seed, has been chemically treated to make the vines more disease- resistant. Price, large pkt. 50 cts., oz. $1, 14lb. $3, lb. $10, 5 Ibs. $47.50. Windermoor Wonder Cucumber 5 Stokes Seeds NY 2. - 2. om Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [pang Fertie ngton County. true ay Sir Galahad Saegeg. * GREEN-LEAVED BIG BOSTON LETTUCE As a forcing Lettuce, or as a variety for spring or fall field cultivation, this has proved a great money-maker STOKES 78 days. It is similar to Big Boston im all general characteristics except one, and SUPER - STANDARD a Pee : : therein lies its great advantage—it does not have the usual red tinge on the edge of the leaves. As all Lettuce-growers know, there are dependable strains of Boston and decidedly worthless strains, but this Super-Standard strain has been proved to be as near perfect as any Lettuce we have had under our observation. We doubt very much if one head in a hundred will be found off type. Another advantage which this Lettuce has over the standard Big Boston is the fact that its heads mature two weeks earlier. They are large, uniform, and of a brilliant green color. It will hold 18 days before shooting to seed. Color of seed white. We confidently recommend this stock to the most critical Lettuce-growers. Price, large pkt. 15 cts., oz. 40 cts., 14lb. $1.25, lb. $4, 10 lbs. $37.50. EARLY SCARLET GLOBE RADISH We know of no more perfect development of this standard forcing variety STOKES 25 days. Realizing the importance of perfection in Early Scarlet Globe because SUPER - STANDARD of its very large use, both under glass and for field cultivation in the spring, we have spared no effort in the development of this stock. It will be found uniform in size, color, and the smallness of the top. Maximum size before becoming pithy is 114 inches long by 34mch in diameter. If you are not acquainted with our Super-Standard strain, don’t postpone it another season. You may be losing by it. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., lb. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25, 10 Ibs. $11.50, 100 lbs. $110. 6 Stokes Seeds Super- Standard Supplement. “ What is it Worth to be Sure?” SirGalahad STOKES SUGAR-SWEET MUSKMELON ~~ For Nearby Market Purposes this Delicious Early Melon Surpasses All Others STOKES SUPER -STANDARD 90 days. This melon ts slightly larger than the standard shipping Cantaloupe. Its excellent flavor, convenient and attractive size, and great productivity have given it a prominent place in the eastern markets. This variety is also sold under the name of Early Knight. The inside color ts green, tinged with a golden yellow, and the flavor ts just about as tempting as the above illustration makes you believe it is. We know of no superior when they are properly grown and gathered from green, healthy vines. This latter point is of great importance, and successful melon-growers will never try to sell melons from dead vines, for the flavor is almost invariably lost. A weekly spraying with Bordeaux Mixture is recommended, especially in districts where the vines are subject to blight. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 45 cts., Ib. $1.50, 10 Ibs. $14. POLLOCK 10-25 CANTALOUPE The Standard Shipping Cantaloupe of Colorado and the Imperial Valley STOKES 95 days. This strain represents the most advanced development of the old Rocky SUPER-STANDARD Ford. Pollock 10-25 is salmon-fleshed, or, as the market calls them, “pink meats.” Flavor is distinctly different from the green-fleshed type, beng more aromatic and by some considered more delicious. The past two seasons have seen a tremendous increase in popularity of the salmon- fleshed types, which very often were quoted at slightly higher prices than the green-fleshed sorts. Our Super-Standard stock of Pollock has been selected for disease-resistance and can be recommended above all others for long-distance shipping. We believe it is a valuable melon for eastern truckers to handle. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 45 cts., lb. $1.50, 10 Ibs. $14. 7 Stokes Seeds TH Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [pund@ eerie lington County SUPER-STANDARD BONNY BEST TOMATO This new strain, the culmination of fifteen years’ work, represents our highest attainment as seeds- men. It will prove invaluable in all intensive operations, whether under glass or in the field. Distri- bution commences November 1, 1922. Sale of the seed is, of course, strictly limited to the supply, which is, unfortunately, not large. The Iate Walter P. Stokes introduced the Bonny Best Tomato in 1908. Since then its good name has reached to all parts of the United States and into Canada. We have guarded Its reputation jealously, realizing that many Incompetent firms were offering very ques- tionable stocks under the name of Bonny Best. As Its name implies, the Super-Standard Bonny Best ts above the standard. It is a remarkable selection made from a crop which was officially recognized as one of the heaviest yielding fields in New Jersey this year. The mdividual specimens were gath- ered only from healthy, productive hills bearing large, early fruits, some crown-set and some branch-set, to combine earliness and yield. The colored photograph on this page gives an idea of the kind of Tomatoes accepted. But this is not all. Before they were finally passed they were individually cut by hand and examined for inside color, solidity and os * freedom from disease. A glance at the seed 2 itself will instantly show its superiority over ordinary commercial stock. It is much larger and brighter and this means more vig- orous plants. The germination Is perfect. We have concentrated our very best efforts aiet on this Super-Standard Bonny Best. We are ee. a confident that it will make a good account of itself after 1t leaves Windermoor Farm. “Blood tells” and we know its ancestry, for it 1s our own child. Price, large pkt. $1, 140z. $3, oz. $5. SEE PAGE 38 FOR OUR OTHER STRAINS OF BONNY BEST TOMATO. a oe oa Stokes Seeds Windermoor Farm is the Home of the Bonny Best Tomato - Standard Vegetable Seeds | LIMA BEANS (Phaseolus lunatus.) Native of Tropical America, probably Peru or Brazil. Under cultivation at least 1,000 years. Modern seed-supply comes from Southern California. German, Bohnen; Italian, Fagiuoli; Polish, Fasola One pound of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 50 pounds plants an acre ) First found. growing Days to maturity, 75. Henderson’s Bush. wild along the roadside Fordhook Bush. Introduced by Burpee, Sir Galahad ~ m Virginia in 1875. Believed to be a dwarf form 1907. An improvement on the Dreer’s Bush Lima. of old Carolina. Introduced in 1888 as Dwarf The plant will attain a height of about 1 foot. It Carolina by Landreth and in 1889 as Henderson’s is a prolific bearer. The pods will range from 4 to Bush by Peter Henderson and Johnson & Stokes. 416 inches in length and will contain five or more A common synonym is Dwarf Sieva. The plant Is large Beans of exceptional quality. The dried small, attaining a height of from 12:to 15 inches, Beans are oval in shape, very thick and white, has long runners, compact, bushy, hardy, very with a greenish tinge. As is the case with all early and moderately productive. The pods are Lima Beans, we would warn our trade not to plant quite small, attaining a Iength of about 3 inches, them until the ground has become thoroughly straight, very flat, three- to four-seeded, and dark warmed by the late spring sun, and under no cir- green. The green Shell Beans are very small, cumstances should cracked Beans be planted, for, white, and of good quality.- The dried seeds are although they may have the strength to germi- somewhat triangular, very flat, and of a creamy nate, they will not be able to force the sprouts white color. Price, 14lb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., 2 lbs. through the ground. Price, 4lb. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., 45 cts., 10 lbs. $2.00, 50 Ibs. $8.00, delivered. 2 Ibs. 50 cts., 10 lbs. $2.25, 50 lbs. $10, delivered. ee Days to maturity, 90. Result of twenty years’ selection Ford s Mammoth-podded Pole. of Large White by James Ford, Frankford, Pa. Introduced by Johnson & Stokes in 1889. Our catalogue of that year states: ‘No novelty we have ever offered -cost so much money to obtain seed stock, and even at the fabulous price offered Mr. Ford for his entire stock last spring, he hesitated about selling, but finally accepted our offer.’ At that time it was sold only by the packet price, 25 cents each. Similar to King of the Garden, pods slightly longer, decidedly straighter, slightly narrower, better filled and averaging six Beans to the pod. The dried seeds are pure white, large, and flat. 14lb. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., 2 Ibs. 50 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. $10.00, delivered. “Field of Fordhook Bush Limas : 9 Stokes Seeds Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [pani eee Sounty teneas ‘Sir Galahad ma Giant Stringless Beans (x 24) S GREEN-PODDED DWARE BEANS (Phaseolus vulgaris.) Native of Tropical America, probably Peru. Apparently they were under a high state of cultivation by the Incas 4,000 years ago. Commercial develop- ment on large scale comparatively recent. Modern seed-supply now comes from New York, Michigan, Wisconsin, Colorado, Idaho, Washington, and California. German, Bohnen; Italian, Fagiuoli; Polish, Fasola One pound of seeds plants 100 feet of drill; 50 pounds plant an acre ° Days to maturity, 42. A . Days to maturity, 45. Red Valentine. variety in cultivation in Black Valentine. Introduced in 1897 by this country since 1845. Until 1870, however, the Peter Henderson. A well-known and extensively type was flat-podded. Earliness is the feature of grown Bean, especially mm the South. In habit of this variety. The pods are slightly smaller than growth it closely resembles Red Valentine, except Black Valentine, round, lighter in color, curved, that the character of the pod is very different. somewhat stringy but of good quality if gathered Because of its general characteristics, It 1s excellent when young. Price, %4lb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., for shipping purposes, but we do not recommend 2 Ibs. 45 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.00, 50 lbs. $8, delivered. it to truck-growers desiring to develop private Saré on seams, 25 markets. It is not a stringless variety, and Is, Giant Stringless. Ceguaed 2 SE. therefore, not recommended for home-garden use. Keeney & Son, and said to be a selection of Red It is sometimes subject to anthracnose during Walgncies clin roducaditn Llso8 So Jolie «2 prolonged rainy seasons. Price, %4lb. 15 cts., lb. Stokes. From its cultivation it has been a favorite. One cise ae cts., 10 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. i shown in ane illustration, this variety Is a te Gee 4 eavy bearer and can perhaps be picked in one- ° Days to maturity, 45. Originate third the time of any other sort. The bearing Bountiful. in Genesee County, New York, and period is comparatively short. The pods are introduced by Peter Henderson in 1898. The about 6 inches in Jength, slightly curved, dark plant reaches a height of about 16 mches. The green in color, brittle and absolutely stringless. pods are over 6 inches Iong, slightly curved, flat, This variety is not recommended for Iow ground, light green in color, stringless, seven-seeded, and inasmuch as the pods sometimes weigh down the very attractive. This variety is a universal _ plant and the Beans rest on the ground, thus favorite because of its general good qualities. causing them to become spotted. Dry seeds are For the past two years the stringless sorts have of a yellow-brown color. Price, lb. 15° cts., brought the Jargest returns on the eastern lb. 30 cts., 2 lbs. 50 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. markets. Price, 14]b. 15 cts., Ib. 25 cts., 2 lbs. $10.00, delivered. 45 cts., 10 lbs. $2.00, 50 lbs. $8.00, delivered. 10 Stokes Seeds t “Via Fast Mail—Postpaid” Applies to Everything We Sell WAX-PODDED DWARF BEANS Sure-Crop Stringless Wax. 2S .*° | Currie’s Rustproof Wax. D2ystm rw = true os _, SirGalahad maturity , turity, 40. 45. Next to Round-Pod Kidney Wax, this variety Originated near Milwaukee, and said to be a is the most desirable table Bean we offer of the sport from Golden Wax, introduced by Currie wax-pod sorts. It was selected from the older Brothers in 1889. At the present time it is one of Currte’s Rustproof Wax by N. B. Keeney & Son. the most largely grown Wax Beans for all general For private consumption or for gardeners’ cater- purposes. The plant reaches a height of about 14 Ing to private trade, Sure-Crop Stringless Wax inches. The pods are about 6 inches long, very deserves great consideration. In many respects straight, flat-oval in cross section, uniformly six- the pods and habit of growth resemble the Cur- seeded, bright yellow in color, decidedly stringy, rie’s Rustproof. The seed of this variety is also coarse-grained and of rather poor quality. As is purple-black. Price, lb. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., - the case of the Wardwell’s Kidney Wax, this Bean 2 lbs. 50 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. $10, delivered. is susceptible to anthracnose. Price, 14lb. 15 cts., : _ | Ib. 25 cts., 2 lbs. 45 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.00, Round-Pod Kidney Wax. 22° *° may | $6.00. capa aoe 0 Ibs. $2.00, 50 Ibs turity, Originated by N. B. Keeney & Son, and introduced by Johnson & Stokes in 1900. This Bean or one of great similarity was named Brittle Wax by Burpee the following year. The plant will grow to a height of about 15 inches, pro- ducing long, curved, round, yellow pods, extremely brittle and absolutely stringless. They are borne equally above and below the foliage, as may be noted in the illustration. Ex- cellent quality. Fine for home or market. Price, lb. 15 cts., Ib. 30 cts., 2 lbs. 50 cts., 10 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. $10.00, delivered. Wardwell’s Kidney Days to maturity, Wax. 45. Originated by Charles Wardwell, of Jefferson County, New York, listed by Thorburn in 1887, and offered by Johnson & Stokes the following year. The plants will attain a growth of about 14 inches. The pods are about 6 inches Iong, slightly curved, flat, six-seeded, clear yellow, almost stringless and of very fair quality. As is the case of the Currie’s Rustproof, it Is, perhaps, more subject to anthracnose during wet sea- sons than are some of the green-pod varieties, but, never- theless is a fine sort. Price, 1/Alb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., 2 lbs. 45 cts., 10 lbs. $2.00, 50 Ibs. $8.00, delivered. : Mount Holly, N. J., February 22, 1922 Dear Mr. Stokes: You will find enclosed my order for seeds. Very nearly every seedsman in the country sent me their catalogue this year, but Stokes Seeds have always given sat- isfaction to us since 1884, and I have no cause to change now at my age of sixty years. 1924 will make forty years that I have raised good crops from Stokes Seeds. Wishing you gfeat success this year, I remain, Frep L. Owen. Round-Pod Kidney Wax Beans (x 2/5) Plymouth, Mass., April 11, 1922 Gentlemen: Enclosed please find my order for seeds. We ordered seeds from the firm of Johnson & Stokes, I think, in 1885 or thereabouts, from Zurich, Kans. They are always our standby. Sincerely, J. A. PALMBERG. 11 Stokes Seeds , = — Outline Chart Illustrating Beet Types and Their Relation to Ground Line. Scale is about 1/3 ; } ene ned N a | 7 ew astian So ate Crosby’s Early Dark Re : ier Egyptian Eclipse - V/ Century Half bone y [== ape NUL en) \ \\ \f ' BEET * ‘fn oe 1 , 2. (Beta vulgaris.) Native of Egypt and Persia. Under ) { cultivation at least 2,200 years. Introduced into Europe about 1600. Modern ' seed-supply now comes principally from France and California. y1 German, Rube; Italian, Barbabietola; Polish, Buraki One ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 7 pounds plant one acre ’ : Days to maturity, 45. Originated by Mr. Josiah Crosby, a New f Crosby s Eg yptian. England market-gardener. After years of selection from the older y Egyptian Beet, it was introduced in 1893 by Schlegel & Fottler and by Rawson. Four years later it was still listed as a novelty by Johnson & Stokes. Crosby’s Egyptian is, perhaps, the most largely used Beet for the early season operations by all classes of planters. A good commercial stock, but it must not be confused with our Super-Standard Crosby Egyptian stock, as described and illustrated on page 2. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14lb. 25 cts., lb. 85 cts., 10 lbs. $7.50, delivered. : Days to maturity, 50. Introduced by Gregory in 1880. Early Eclipse Early Eclipse. is now one of the established early varieties. The root is round, Sieh top-shaped, bright red in color and about 214 inches in diameter. The interior color Is { Long bright red, zoned with pinkish white. Price, large }} Scot pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., %4lb. 25 ets., lb. 85 cts., os 10 Ibs. $7.50, delivered. etroit Dark Red Days to maturity, 45. Introduced by Ferry in 1892, and now one of the most universally planted varieties for all purposes. The shape of Detroit Dark Red is almost globe, as will be seen in the illus- a tration. As one-third of the root grows above ground a somewhat rough texture develops on the surface of the Beet thus exposed. In spite of this, the variety is extensively grown as a home and commercial garden sort and for use by canners. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15c., 14lb. 30c., lb. $1.00, 10 Ibs. $9.00, delivered. : Days to maturity, 60. The Bastian Half- Long. half-long Beet was appar- ently first introduced by E. J. Evans in 1871. In all these years there has not been an established trade name developed. Because of the work we have done on this variety here on Windermoor Farm, we call our strain Windermoor Half-Long. As compared with New Century, this variety is not recommended for the home garden planter. For commercial growers, who question their ability to sell the New Century on account of the rougher character of the root, we recommend Windermoor Half-Long, especially as a late variety. The root is about 3% inches in diam- eter when mature, deep red color, very smooth and uniform. The interior is rich red, zoned with a lighter red, and the quality is good. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 1/4]b. 30 cts., lb. $1.00, 10 lbs. $9.00, delivered. Days to maturity, 60. Now one of the Super- New Century. Standards and as such ts fully described on page 2. Very delicious green top, which will be found to be superior to spinach as a green. Price of New Century, large pkt. 20 cts., oz. 35 cts., 4|b. $1.00, lb. $3.50, 10 Ibs. $32.50. 12 . Detroit Dark Red (Natural Size) Stokes Seeds > —at Headquarters for Market-Gardeners’ Seeds true as SirGalahad BEET, continued | Days to maturity, 60. One of the oldest Long Smooth Blood. English varieties, betng listed In 1826 by Sinclair & Moore and by Landreth. The stock we offer is from English sources. Long Smooth Blood is recommended for fall and winter use. It will develop to at least 6 inches in Iength, and is of excellent quality. The color is a rich blood-red with no contrasting zone colors. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., Y4lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.00, 10 lbs. $9.00, delivered. MANGEL BEET Mammoth Lon g Red Days to maturity, 100. Probably the most universally grown Mangel Beet. The roots are extremely large, attaining a growth of at least 12 inches and totaling up a tonnage per acre which is exceptionally heavy. The average weight of well-grown Mammoth Long Red Beet roots will be over 10 pounds and they have been known to exceed 25 pounds. Price, oz. 10 cts., 14lb. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts., 10 Ibs. $4.00, delivered. Days to maturity, 100. A smooth, golden ~ Golden Tankard. fleshed Mangel. having large roots tapering sharply at the bottom. The tops of Golden Tankard are compara- tively small and for this reason they can be grown closer together than other more spreading varieties. It is especially recommended for sheep and poultry. Price, oz. 10 cts., %4lb. 15 cts., Ib. 50 cts., 10 lbs. $4.00, delivered. SWISS CHARD (Beta cicla L.) Native of the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean Mammoth region. Under cultivation about 4,000 years. Modern seed-supply same ate. Long Red as beet. Mangel Beet German, Beisskohl; Italian, Bieta ss (x 1/4) ° One of the most satisfactory varieties for Giant Lucullus. home or commercial cultivation. As shown in the illustration it will attain a height of about 15 inches. Cultivation of Chard is quite simpie under normal conditions and we highly recommend it for every home garden. The strain we offer is broad-stemmed with beautiful yellowish green leaves, highly attractive and of the finest quality. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., lb. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 lbs. $10.00. Giant Licullus Swiss*Chard 1/5) 13 Stekes Seeds x as : Sir Gefanad_ Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [puude eee ounty In Fertile CABBAGE (Brassica oleracea var. capitata,) Native of the English Channel coast. Probably under cultivation for at least 10,000 years. ‘The immense number of varieties now In existence is indicative of its great antiquity. Modern seed-supply comes from northern Europe, Long Island, and Puget Sound. German, Kopfkohi; Italian, Cavolo Cappuccio; Polish, Kapusta One ounce of seed produces about 5,000 plants x. Days to maturity, 85. Orig- Early Etampés. inated by Vilmorin, An- drieux & Co., Paris, France, and introduced by Johnson & Stokes about 1886 as Johnson & Stokes’ Earliest, Iater as Stokes’ Earliest. It is fully a week earlier than Early Jersey Wakefield which makes it desirable for early market purposes. The head is conical in shape, of excellent quality, but not quite as large as Jersey Wakefield. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14]b. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50, 5 lbs. $12.00, delivered. 2 OSE Copenhagen Market. See page R Extra Early Copenhagen Market. Early Jersey Wakefield. 222°5. 00 iginally brought from New Jersey to Long Island by Francis Brill in 1871, and introduced by Hen- derson about 1870. This variety is from five to seven days later than Etampés, but the head Is considerably larger and much more solid. Where earliness is the chief object we recommend Etampés, but it should be followed by Jersey Wakefield for the main early crop. The head of Jersey Wakefield is very solid, comparatively small and running to rather a small point at the top. The quality is excellent but, as is the case with most quick-maturing vegetables, it will not hold Jong after attaining Its growth and ts likely to break open after about two weeks. The strain offered is highly recommended and may be relied upon by the most critical planters. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50, 5 lbs. $12.00, delivered. All-head Early. Days to maturity, 105. All- head Early was a selection made personally by the late Mr. Burpee in 1888 from a field of Henderson’s Succession, which was being grown on the farm of J. M. Lupton, Mattituck, L. I. It was thus named and intro- duced by Burpee in 1891. Of the flat types of Cabbage, this we believe to be the earliest. It has a very deep set head, which increases the tonnage per acre very appreciably. As a second- early home-garden variety, it 1s highly recom- mended and may also be used for storage in winter by planting later in the season. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. Charleston or Large Wakefield. Days to maturity, 95. A selection of the large heads from Early Jersey Wakefield, made by Francis’ Brill and J. M. Lupton in 1880. The product of this selection was sold to F. W. Bol- giano in 1880 and he offered it under the name of Large Wakefield. Henderson secured a stock very shortly after and his stock was offered as Charleston Wakefield. The head of Charleston is considerably larger than Early Jersey Wakefield and for this reason Is more usually grown for com- mercial purposes than the latter. The five extra days before it reaches maturity are In no way a handicap. Given the same number of days the Charleston Wakefield will produce a larger head than Early Jersey Wakefield. The general shape of the head is thicker through and not so sharply pointed. Price, large pkt. 10cts., oz. 25cts., 14lb. 85 cls, Ib. $3. 00, 5 lbs. $14.00, delivered. Cabbage trial at Windermoor Standard Seeds for Truckers — Via Fast Mail— Postpaid” CABBAGE, continued ° Days to maturity, 110. Introduced by Henderson in 1888. A va- Succession, or All Seasons. riety remarkable for its resistance a hot sun and dry Shen The fact that it remains two to three weeks without breaking also recommends it as an important variety. It may be sown either as a late Cabbage or for fall use. The heads are round but slightly flattened Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., lb. : 75 cts., lb. $2.50, 5 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. Mammoth Rock Red. 295.,°° maturity, 120. Grown on Long Island prior to its introduction by Ferry in 1889. A red Cabbage with a very solid head of good quality and size. It is a va- riety very often used for pickling purposes and may be recommended as sure-heading. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. Red Danish Stonehead. Days to maturity, 120. A Danish Cabbage very similar to Danish Ballhead except for its red color. The Red Dutch as listed by Landreth in 1826 is not thought to have been the same Cabbage. Johnson & Stokes have the credit for having been the first to intro- duce Red Danish Stonehead in this country. This was about 1900. This Cabbage is almost identical in every respect with i ee Danish Ballhead except im its i purccen? color. The head is very solid (x1 76)" and the a id poler extends pre into the ots center of the head. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. | p_¥; ; 1 anish Ballhead or Hollander, continued yee eos ip. 007 2 lbs. 7 16-00; Danish Ballhead. The fact that in 1897 a Cabbage : ; known as Hollander or German Export was Early Flat Dutch. Be eae. offered by Johnson & Stokes seems to prove that d : b : this was a variety widely known and cultivated ard types, maturing best late in September. over northern Europe. At the present time the names Danish Ballhead and Hollander are synonymous. This variety is now considered the standard Cabbage for storage purposes and thousands of acres are grown in our northern states. The head is nearly round, solid, and of good quality. Its adaptability to soil conditions has no doubt added to Its popularity. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 lbs. $14.00, delivered. The plant is short-stemmed, upright, and with few outer Jeaves, consequently the rows should be set closely together. The heads are round, flattened, solid, uniform and of good eating quality. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50, 5 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. Late Flat Dutch. 2295 to maturity, 150. A variety maturing nearly a month later than Early Flat Dutch and having proved to be most satisfactory when brought to its full development in November. This will be found to be an attractive variety of good quality. The head is large, hard, and Days to maturity, 110. American Savoy. An extremely old type, probably originating in England. Savoy Cabbage was offered by Robert Sinclair, Jr., & Co., Balti- more, in 1839, along with twenty-three other varieties. The stock we offer will prove to be true, the wrinkled savoyed leaves being uniform and of a deep green color. Market gardeners will find our stock dependable. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14]b. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 lbs. $14.00, delivered. slightly rounded. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 75 'cts., lb. $2.50, 5 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. Danish Ballhead or Hollander. Days to maturity, 120. A variety of Danish origin listed by Johnson & Stokes in 1889 as PE-TSAI or CHINESE CABBAGE Wona Bok Days to maturity, 115. This vegetable has been cultivated in America for about two 9g ° decades. It was brought from China, where it has been grown extensively for over forty centuries. Wong Bok is one of the most desirable of the many available strains. Pe-Tsai is essentially a cool-season vegetable and should not be matured during the midsummer months. It may be eaten raw as a salad or cole slaw, or it may be cooked and served as a hot vegetable. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. 3 15 rue as Early Scarlet Horn (x 24) Days to maturity, Early Scarlet Horn. 55°°5:.2, listed by Hovey & Co., Boston, Mass., in 1834. A variety long in general use as a forcing Carrot and for outdoor cultivation in the early spring. As is the case with other quick-growing root crops, it quickly passes the edible stage, and, therefore, must be gathered immediately on maturity. The roots will attain a length of about 3 inches. They are reddish orange In color, and the tops are small. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14]b. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 lbs. $12.00, delivered. Days to matu- Oxheart or Guerande. 72°99) Ava. riety introduced by Vilmorin, of Paris. The tops of this Carrot are comparatively small. The roots will attain a Jength of about 3144 inches, and at the thickest point will average at least 3 inches in diameter. It is a very desirable variety for hard, stiff soils, because of the ease with which it may be harvested. The flesh is a deep orange and of splendid quality when pulled during the earlier stages of growth. Oxheart is often grown for stock purposes, and will produce perhaps more tons to the acre than any variety we now l[ist. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14lb. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 lbs.-$12.00, delivered. In Fertile - urlington County. CARROT (Daucus carota.) Native of Europe, probably the British Isles. Our common garden Carrot has probably not been under cultivation for more than 500 years. Modern seed-supply comes largely from France and California. German, Carotten, Méhren; Italian, Carota; Polish, Marchew One-half ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 214 pounds plants an acre Danvers.Half-Long. 2 > ee developed near Danvers, Mass., and first listed by Gregory in 1877. Danvers Half-Long is a second-early Carrot, which is adaptable to varying soil con- ditions. It differs from the Chantenay im that it is perhaps two weeks later in reaching maturity, and will average 544 inches in length, tapering to a blunt point. The average diameter of the root is slightly smaller than Chantenay. The color is a rich, deep orange, and the quality of the roots 1s excellent. Danvers Half-Long is a very desirable Carrot for stock purposes, inas- much as it will produce a large tonnage per acre. Price, large pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., lb. 35c., Ib. $1.25, 10 Ibs. $12, delivered. STOKES - Chantenay. P23," 7 This French variety was introduced by Vil- morin, Andrieux & Co., of Paris, and first listed m this country by Ferry m 1889. Our strain has been admitted to the Super-Standard classifica- tion and a further description and colored illus- tration will be found of it on page 2. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14]b. 40 cts., lb. $1.40, 10 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. Days to ma- Improved Long Orange. 2.75° 7's” Listed under this name by Burpee, in 1881, as an improvement over the original Long Orange, a variety no longer used. The strain is slightly earlier than either Danvers Half-Long or the old Long Orange type. The color is a deep golden yellow, even in the early stages of its growth, shading to a deep orange-red when fully grown. The surface of the root is very smooth over Its entire Jength, which will average over 7 inches. This variety is particularly recommended for light, well-tilled soil, and care should be taken to prepare the ground deeper than for any of the other varieties that we offer. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., Y4lb. 35 cts., Ib. $1.25, 10 lbs. $12.00, delivered. i OG ae ~ Field view of Carro ts grown for market a Long Island Improved. Stokes Seeds Germination is Given on Vegetable Seed—One Ounce and Over Earliest Suowball ie YY) rue as t % /SirGalahad CAULIFLOWER (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis). Native of Europe and western Asia, betng well-known to the Greeks and Romans. It has probably been under cultivation for at least 3,000 years. The best modern seed-supply is from Denmark. German, Blumenkohl; Italian, Cavoloflore; Polish, Kalafiory One ounce of seed produces about 10,000 plants STOKES ° Earliest Snowball. Days to maturity, 95. Introduced by Hen- derson in 1878. This is the earliest Cauliflower under cultivation, and, being a_ sure-heading variety, 1t has gained immense popularity. Be- cause of the excellence of our strain, we have ad- mitted it to the Super-Standard classification, and a further description of it will be found on page 2 of this catalogue. Price, large pkt. 25 cts., oz. $1.75, 14]b. $6.50, Ib. $25.00, delivered. Danish Dry Weather. Pe to maturity, Introduced under this name by Burpee in 1899. Apparently there is little difference between this variety and Danish Giant, which ts often used as a synonym. The name Danish Dry Weather was given it be- cause of its adaptability to hot, dry growing condi- tions. It will very often prove successful 1 cases where all other varieties fail and we would espe- cially recommend it for plantations inland more than two hundred miles from the seacoasts. Price, large pkt. 25c., oz. $1.50, 14lb. $5.50, lb. $20.00, delivered. BRUSSELS SPROUTS (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera.) Native of Northern Europe. Under cultivation probably for at least 500 years. German, Rosenkohl; Italian, Cavolo di Brusselles; Polish, Latorvil One ounce of seed produces about 6,500 plants Days to maturity, 125. This strain having been grown on Long Island, is the common varietal trade name of Brussels Sprouts tn this country. We believe it to be suited for all kind of commercial purposes. It will produce a stalk about 214 feet high, bearing axillary buds along the stem. The culture of Brussels Sprouts is similar to that of late cabbage. Care should be taken to break down the lower leaves in the early fall, in order that the small heads may properly develop. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 60 cts., Ib. $2.00, 10 lbs. $19.00, delivered. Stokes Seeds t, = In Fertile ‘ lington County Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [s., t SirGalahad CELERY (Apium graveolens.) Native of Europe. Selinon is referred to by Homer in his Odyssey. This, however: is thought to be a wild form of Celery. It has probably not been cultivated in this present form more than 300 years, if that long. Modern seed-supply comes largely from Europe and California. German, Sellerie; Italian, Sedano; Polish, Selery One ounce of seed produces about 20,000 plants Easy Blanching, continued Golden Self -Blanch- pron Days to maturity, 120 SURE i SENET: Originated by Vilmorin, Andrieux & Co., and introduced simultaneously in 1884 by Johnson & Stokes and by Burpee. Because of its early-maturing and long-keeping qualities, it has gained great popularity as a sort for the Thanksgiving period. The plant may be described as large, stocky, and robust. An illus- tration In colors and a further description will be found of Golden Self-blanching on page 4. Price, large pkt. 25 cts., oz. $1.25, 14lb. $4.00, lb. $15.00, the first permanent selection. It was introduced by Henderson in 1913, and since then has been credited with such names as Sanford, Newark Market, etc. This valuable Celery will mature just after the Golden Self-blanching has been har- vested. If properly stored, it will keep well into the winter. We consider it one of the most valuable acquisitions to the Celery list ina great many years. here are a number of rather doubtful strains now being offered. Celery-growers, however, can place every confidence in our Super-Standard strain. Price, large pkt. 50 cts., oz. $1.75, 14lb. $6.50, Ib. $25.00, 5 Ibs. $110.00, delivered. 5 lbs. $70.00, delivered. Days STOKES x Easy Blanching. 2° turity, 120. The Easy Blanching type is a result of a selection of the green Celery from the Golden Self-blanching type. We believe that Mr. Sebas- tian Meisch, of Secaucus, N. J., was responsible for . Days to maturity, 135. Listed Pink Plume. by Henderson, 1894. A standard ~ English variety, which we recommend above all others as a home-garden sort for winter storage. Without question it has the finest flavor of any Celery we offer, and during the several years that we have listed it under the name of Prize Pink, our customers have been able to prove the truth of this statement. This Celery is not a good shipper, but where quality alone counts, and for the home garden or for nearby markets, we know of no other variety of Celery that equals Pink Plume. The stalks will blanch to almost white, but there is always a trace of red, making them highly attractive. They are long and slender, very brittle and extremely to be desired. Price, large pkt. 15 cis., oz. 40 cts., 14]b. $1.25, Ib. $4.00, 3 5 lbs. $19.00, delivered. 3 ° . Days to maturity, 150. An ~ Winter King. Improvement over the old Winter Queen, as introduced by Johnson & Stokes in 1897. It was listed as Winter King by Walter P. Stokes in 1914, this strain probably originating with W. G. Fosgate, of Santa Clara, Calif. As an early blanching green Celery, ripening in good time for Thanksgiving and the holiday markets, we know of no better sort. If properly stored, it will keep well all during the winter. The plants are characterized by robust growth, tall stalks with high joints and rich, light golden heart. The stock offered can be relied upon by the most critical Celery growers. Winter King its also recommended for home-garden purposes. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14]b. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. : Days to maturity, 145. -In- Giant Pascal. Peinced simultaneously in 1890 by Henderson, Maule, and Dreer. A standard fall and winter variety, but not recom- mended for shipment, owing to its tender stalks. This fact, however, recommends it highly as a home-garden variety, or as a sort which can be used to advantage in short shipments. The stalk is of medium lIength, and blanches to a beautiful creamy white color, very thick and nearly round at the top but flattened toward the base. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 14lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 lbs. $14.00, delivered. Easy Blanching Celery (x 14) 18 Stokes Seeds Windermoor Farm is the Home of the Bonny Best Tomato CELERY, continued ° Days to maturity, 130. Columbia. fneredtced by Ferry in 1906. Columbia is an_ early- maturing Celery, resembling Golden Self-blanching in many particulars. The round, thick stalks are of the Pascal type, and when _ properly blanched, the heart is a beautiful light golden yellow. It will mature soon after Golden Self-blanching, and is recommended for all purposes. Price, large pkt. 15 cts., oz. 40 cts., 1/4lb. $1.25, lb. $4.00, 5 Ibs. $19.00, delivered. CELERIAC ° Days to maturity, Giant Prague. 149° "Tir nip. rooted Celery has been known in the United States for over 100 years, and the variety Giant Prague is a very old one, Johnson & Stokes having listed it prior to 1885. The roots are globular in shape, com- paratively smooth and of the best quality, averaging about 214 inches in diameter. Celeriac is a most cee ; desirable vegetable, and deserves Columbia Celery (x 14) wider recognition by the planters, home-garden as well as commercial. It should receive about the same culture as celery, being planted in rows 2 feet apart and about 6 inches apart in the row. When the roots attain a size of from 2 to 21% inches in diameter, they are ready for use. Giant Prague will be found a good keeper if properly packed underground or in a dry cellar. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 85 cts., lb. $3.00, 5 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. = elery showing method of blanching by use of Celery paper hae Tala offlate |G THIS LETTER IS FROM A SUCCESSFUL MINNESOTA MARKET-GARDENER ; Williston Park, Minn., August 6, 1922. Gentlemen: I am reaping my crop from your seeds and have no complaint to make. The seeds all grew and did well. We are having a hot, dry spell now and if it keeps this way much longer things will burn badly. Yours truly, GeorGE M. Jones. 19 Stokes Seeds Pe Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. ole ces | 5 GREENS AND SALADS CHICORY (Cichorium Intybus, Linn.) Native of Europe. Under high state of cultivation for a long time. Present seed-supply comes from Europe and our own Pacific Coast. German, Cichorienwurzel; Italian, Cicoria selvatica; Polish, Cykorya One ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 4 pounds plant one acre Witloof Time for maturity of roots, 4 months. This * is one of the most desirable and delicious salads under cultivation. Seed should be planted in May or June, and the roots dug in October, and placed horizontally mn tiers in a warm vegetable-cellar within three or four weeks. Tender, white stalks will develop. This is the edible portion; if these are carefully cut the roots will keep on pro- ducing for several weeks. Price, large pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14]b. 60c., Ib. $2.00, 10 lbs. $18, delivered Witloof Chicory Se (x 72) (Roripa Nasturtium.) _Nattve of Great Britain, Garden Cress (Lepidium sativum.) Probably native although not cultivated prior to the nineteenth century. | of Persia. Under cultivation from the most ancient times. German, BURRESS, Italian, Nasturzio aquatico; German, Garten-Kresse; Italian, Agretto; Polish, Rzerzucha pete ee crue edna. One ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 12 pounds One ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 12 pounds plant an acre plant an acre : ae : is Sometimes called Pepper A hardy perennial which finds congenial conditions Extra -Curled. Grass owing to the Sa for development in running streams, shallow pools, taste. One of the quickest germinating seeds in etc. It will winter well when covered with water. Uni : existence, the plants often showing above the ee) CUCM SIS ALCO Stones. We would advocate ground the third day after seed issown. If Cress sowing the seeds in the stream, being very sure that is wanted in the best condition, new sowings they are somewhat imbedded. Care should be should be made every few days. Sow the seed ae Hae no weeds interfere with the growth. rather thickly In rows a foot apart, selecting good see al bed is established it should deve we garden Joam. Flea beetles are fond of Cress. Grown y ittie attention or Care. rice, large pkt. under glass whenever possible. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., W4lb. $1.25, lb. $4.50, delivered. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14]b. 30 cts., lb. $1.00, delivered. COLLARDS, GEORGIA DANDELION Days to maturity, 80. A vegetable of the genus The Common Dandelion is very often collected Brassica and resembling kale more than any other | in the spring for greens. It is the Improved Thick- of that family. It is grown in a large way m the leaved, however, that is most often cultivated. This South for greens. The plant will grow from 2 to 4 | js of French origin. It is distinguished by its thick feet high, forming no heads, but the central leaves | Jeaves and rich dark green color. Its growth Is com- often form a loose rosette. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., | pact, forming an upright tuft m the center, and may oz. 15c., lb. 30c., Ib. $1.00, 10 lbs. $9.00, delivered. | be considered in every respect superior to the Com- mon French. The seed should be sown in the CORN SALAD spring. } Days to maturity, 65. Sometimes known as FRENCH or COMMON. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., Lamb’s Lettuce or Fetticus. It is apparently of oz. 35 cts., I4lb. $1.25, lb. $4.00, delivered. southern European or north African origin and | IMPROVED THICK-LEAVED. Price, large pkt. known in this country for acentury. Price, large pkt. 25. cts.,,0z. 75. cts., 14lb... $2-75,, Ibs $10:00; 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14]b. 30 cts., lb. $1.00, delivered. | delivered. 20 Stohes Seeds Vw. bis mete Headquarters for Market- Gardeners’ Seeds GREENS AND SALADS ENDIVE (Cichorium endivia.) Native of the East Indies. Under cultivation about 2,000 years. Modern seed- supply is from France and California. German, Endivie; Italian, Endivia; Polish, Endywia One-fourtk ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 414 pounds plant an acre pueas =) Sir Galahad MUSTARD (Brassica sp.) Anancient genus which is mentioned in the Bible, apparently native to the shores of the Mediterranean. Cultivated usually as a salad plant in the garden and less frequently for the seeds from which the Mustard of commerce is prepared. In this country frequently occurs as a weed, having escaped from cultivation. Southern Giant Curled. /7's ee leaves, light green in color, tinged with yellow and curled at the edges. It is very popular in the South where it is substituted for spinach. _ Excel- Ient m the home garden. Price, large pkt. 10 cts. oz. 20 cts., I4lb. 45 cts., lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. White Curled Days to maturity, 100. One of the oldest varieties used in this country. The very light yellowish color of the outer leaves, which rapidly blanch to an attractive creamy white, distinguishes _ this variety from the Green Curled. The heads will average 15 inches across and will prove of excel- lent eating quality. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., lb. 45 cts., lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. Days to matu- Green Curled. 7100. Some- times called Mammoth Green Curled. The rosette head will average 15 inches across. It is beautifully cut and divided, which, with its rich dark green color, gives it a beautiful appear- ance. The center blanches very rapid- ly to a rich golden white. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4lb. 45 cts., Ib. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 Ibs. $14.00, delivered. Broad-Leaved Batavian. Days to maturity, 100. Often sold under the name of Escarolle. The heads of this variety will be slightly smaller in diameter than the other two which we carry. The leaves are toothed at the edges and more or less twisted, but they are not finely cut as are Green and White Curled. Itis a variety which is easily blanched if tied properly at the proper time. The mner leaves are wonderfully tender and crisp, making a most de- licious salad. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 45 cts., lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. White Curled Endive (x 1/5) KALE (Brassica oleracea var. acephala.) Native of northern Europe. Under cultivation at least 2,000 years. Modern seed-supply from this country comes from the eastern states. German, Blatterkohl; Italian, Cavolo verde; Polish, Solanka One-half ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 1 pound plants an acre Days to maturity, 55. In quality, the best Kale under cultivation. It Is Dwarf Curled Scotch. extensively grown in the Norfolk district for the large eastern markets. A finely curled, low-growing variety of spreading heads and very hardy. This variety is sometimes used for garnishing, inasmuch as the leaves are a beautiful bright green color. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 45 cts., lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. Siberi Days to maturity, 60. A strain which was selected from the Dwarf German and [ater accli- IDeFiaN. ated to the Siberian climate. This Kale will stand a temperature of several degrees below zero without being affected. However, its quality is not as fine as the Dwarf Curled Scotch. The leaves are broad, finely curled, but not as closely cut as the Dwarf Curled Scotch. Color of leaf is a deep blue- green. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 45 cts., Ib. $1.50, 5 Pe nee, ee. ee eee ° ° Days to maturity, 60. A variety which will hold before shooting to Imperial Long -Standing. seed Jonger than either of the two other varieties which we carry. The plant has a more spreading habit than the Scotch or Siberian, but the Jeaves are beautifully curled and crimpled. While the quality is very fair, it is not equal to the Scotch. The plant itself will be larger than either of the other varieties, and, therefore, has a distinct value commercially. The color is a bright green. Price, large pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., lb. 45c., Ib. $1.50, 5 lbs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivere d. 21 Stokes Seeds , = FE Tigs ~ Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [pui2® tt eaney SWEET CORN (Zea mays var. saccharata.) Probably native of Peru. Recent dis- coveries indicate that it was growing much in its present form far back into geological time—perhaps 100,000 years. The first reference to Sweet Corn was reported near Plymouth, Mass., as having come from the Susquehanna Indians in 1779. Present seed-supply comes from Connecticut, New Jersey, Ohio, and Nebraska. German, Mais; Italian, Mais; Polish, Kukurydza One-fourth pound of seed plants 100 hills; 12 pounds plant an acre Days to maturity, 55. This extremely Early Malcolm. valuable Canadian variety was first intro- duced into the United States by this Company in 1920. One of its parents was Early Malakoff, a Russian variety. It is the earliest Sweet Corn in existence, maturing some 10 days ahead of Golden Bantam. Early Malcolm ts produced in slender stalks, about 31% feet high. The well-filled ears are about 6 inches in Iength. By planting May 10, ears in the edible stage should be ready by July 4. The variety is high in sugar content and is delicious to the taste. For anyone catering to a private trade, we very strongly recommend Early Malcolm for it will gain friends readily. On the large markets, where the matter of sale is strictly impersonal, it perhaps will not compete well against the Early White varieties, such as Adams, etc., which are not Sweet Corn, and which, really have no place on the high-class produce market. In any case where. the grower is able to make close con- tact with the consumer, Early Malcolm will prove extremely valuable. For all such operations and for home consumption It is whole-heartedly recommended. Price, 14lb. 20 cts., lb. 45 cts., 2 lbs. 75 cts., 10 lbs. $3.00, 50 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. i Days to i Golden Bantam. |... ity, 70. This very popular and valuable early yellow variety has established a secure place for itself commercially because of its popularity with the consumer. ‘The small, 8-rowed ears, usually Iess than 6 inches in Jength, are perhaps higher in sugar content than any other Sweet Corn. The ed : ears are produced on stalks about cA Sing 6 ie 4 feet high. Golden Bantam Golden Giant (x 5/7) will mature about 10 days after Early Malcolm. Price, lb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., 2 Ibs. 40 cts., 10 lbs. $1.75, 50 lbs. $8.00, delivered. 4 : Days to maturity, 70. This variety De Lue’s Golden Giant. is a hybrid of Golden Bantam and Howlmg Mob. It has been offered the public for the past seven years. It will mature about a week after Golden Bantam, but the ear will be considerably larger. We question, however, whether this ts as high in sugar content as Golden Bantam. We, nevertheless, consider it a very valuable table variety and our present stock 1s highly recommended. Price, 14lb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., 2 lbs. 40 cts., 10 lbs. $1.75, 50 Ibs. $8.00, delivered. *“The Times-Sun rises to congratulate its friend and fellow pilgrim, Mr. Joseph E. Stevenson, for having been a partner in producing the earliest sweet corn ever grown here. July 4, this expert in agriculture, as well as horticulture, plucked from his patch three and one-half dozen ears of the Stokes Early Mal- colm, fully developed.” (This quotation is taken from the July 6 issue of the @ “ . Times-Sun published at West Newton, Westmoreland County, Pa.) Early Malcolm (Natural Size) 22 Early White Cory. Days to maturity, 70. This is the STOKES ane Double-Barreled Best. 17s 7 Country Gentleman. Days to maturity, 88. This Country Gentleman (x 5/6) Stokes Seeds Wy Woy ! “Via Fast Mail—Postpaid-” Applies to Everything We Sell es eran Dik, Sir Galahad SWEET CORN, continued earliest Sweet Corn of the larger- eared types. It matures about the same time as Golden Bantam, producing well-filled ears about 64% inches long, on stalks which are about 4 to 5 feet high. Early White Cory develops 10- and 12-rowed ears. Price, 14lb. 15 cts., lb. 25 cts., 2 Ibs. 40 cts., 10 lbs. $1.75, 50 lbs. $8.00, delivered. valuable main-season variety, introduced by the late Walter P. Stokes ten years ago, has been admitted to our list of Super-Standards, and will be found described and illustrated on page 3 of this catalogue. Those who expect to plant Double-Barreled Best will do well to order their seed promptly. Our supply is short this year. Price, lb. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., 5 Ibs. $1.40, 10 Ibs. $2.60, 50 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. standard late variety of the broken-row type has been on the market for over thirty years. It is a fur- ther development of the older Shoe-Peg, as intro- duced by Johnson & Stokes in 1890. The Iength of the ears is about 6 inches | and the eating quality ex- ceptionally good on ac- count of its high sugar content and the depth of the grain. Because of the small circumference of the ear, this variety Is not grown on a large commer- cial scale, except for can- ning purposes, but for truckers who have their own private channels of trade, Country Gentle- man is very highly re- commended. Price, 4]b. 15 cts., Ib. 25 cts., 2 Ibs. 40 cts., 10 lbs. $1.75, 50 lbs. $8.00, delivered. Stowell’s Ever- Days to ma- ateen: turity, 90. This has been the stand- ard late market vari- ety for over sixty years. Ears about 8 inches in Iength are borne on stalks about 7 feet high. Stowell’s Evergreen, to- gether with Country Gentleman, take three full months of warm weather for maturity, and we will warn our more northerly custo- mers to be’ on their guard in this parti- cular. Price, J4)|b. 15 cts., Ib. 25 cts., 2 lbs. 40: cts., 10 Ibs. $1.75, 50 Ibs. $8.00, de- livered. Stowell’s Evergreen (x 3/4) se See pages 1 to-8 for our Super-Standard Supplement. 14 liese strains repre- : Zee R ENS sent our best work as seedsmen. 123 Stokes Seed Farms Co., Growers, Moorestown, N. J. [s.a22 Fees lington County. CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus). A native probably of the East Indies. Under cultivation from the most remote times— at least 10,000 years. The modern American seed-supply comes largely from Colorado and Nebraska. German, Gurke; Italian, Cetriolo; Pclish, Ogorek One ounce of seed plants 100 hills; 2 pounds plant an acre STOKES 5 Windermoor Wonder. | Days to matu- This valuable, beautiful, long, dark green Cucum- Improved Long Green. 33°°30° This is an Improvement on one of the black-spine varie- ties. It is extensively used for pickling purposes. The vigorous vines produce fruits 10 to 12 inches in Iength. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14]b. 40 cts., lb. $1.50, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. “f° or BOSTON PICKLING. Green P rolific, Days to maturity, 60. This | black-spime variety has been sold in America for | over fifty years, and is the standard commercial turity, 60. In- | pickling sort. The fruit averages 5/2 inches in troduced by Johnson & Stokes in 1886. As its | length when matured, but they are gathered at an name implies, It retains a deep green color in all | earlier stage for pickling. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., | ber has proven invaluable for forcing under glass and for intensive field cultivation. It is now classed with our Super-Standards. Owing to the scarcity of seed we have not listed it for three years. For further description see page 5 of this catalogue. Price, large pkt. 50 cts., oz. $1.00, 14]b. $3.00, lb. $10.00, 5 Ibs. $47.50, delivered. Evergreen White Spine. Days to ma- stages of growth. The fruit will average 7 inches oz. 15 cts., Y4lb. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 lbs. $12.00, in length, bemg blunt at both ends. The flesh is delivered. very tender and crisp, making it an excellent : ase | ; ae slicing variety. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., West India Gherkin EER eee 14]b. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 Ibs. $12.00, delivered. a 50. Native of Jamaica. One of the oldest known : Days to maturity, 60. Orig- varieties in this country, being under cultivation Davis Perfect. inated by Eugene Davis, of | here at least 130 years. It is very desirable for Grand Rapids, Mich. The fruits will attain a small pickles, the fruits averaging about 244 inches length of 10 inches. They are dark green in color, in length. We recommend a carefully prepared tender, and highly suitable for slicing. The vines seed-bed. The seed will sometimes require three pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., Y4lb. 35 cts., lb. $1.25, 10 lbs. $12.00, delivered. oz. 15 cts., 14lb. 40 cts., lb. $1.50, 10 lbs. $14.00, delivered. | | are vigorous and continuous bearers. Price, large | weeks for germination. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., Although Windermoor Wonder is a great forcing Cucumber, it is also invaluable for field cultivation Leonia, N. J., March 19, 1922. Gentlemen: I am enclosing check for to cover my order. Last year we had some extra-fine vegetables, thanks to you. Your catalogues are fine. You may be sure I appreciate your kind of service. Sincerely, B. T. Buter. 24 Stokes Seeds Standard Seeds for Truckers — Via ae Mail— Postpaid” EGGPLANT | (Solanum melongena). Of tropical origin. Probably a native of South America. Under cultivation for over 4,000 years. New Jersey is an impor- tant factor in the present American seed-supply. German, LEierpflanze; Italian, Petronciano; Polish, Gruszka One ounce will produce 2,000 plants; 4 ounces (8,000 plants) will plant an acre Days to maturity, 125. This is an improve- Black Beauty. ment of the older American variety known as Black Pekin. It is very prolific, bearing brilliant purple-black fruits, almost egg-shaped. They will average 8 inches in length. Price large, pkt. 10 cts., oz. 35 cts., 14lb. $1.25, lb. $4.00, 5 Ibs. $19.00, delivered. New York Purple Days to maturity, 140. This variety matures about two weeks Jater than Black Beauty, but will bear proportionately longer in the fall. The outside color its slightly lighter than Black Beauty, and the fruit is more triangular than globe-shaped, being quite flat at the blossom end. Both varieties are in general commerctfal use. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 35 cts., 14]b. $1.25, lb. $4.00, 5 lbs. $19.00, delivered. LEEK (Allium. Porrum.) Native probably of Switzer- land. Under cultivation at least 5,000 years. Modern seed-supply comes largely from Europe and California. German, Porree, Lauch; Italian, Porro; Polish, Pory One-third ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 4 pounds plant an acre Monstrous Carentan. The root of this sort attains a diameter of 2 inches, and will blanch to a pure white. The quality is mild and tender. It is a flat-leaved, bulbous, hardy perennial. The blanched stems and leaves are used as a flavoring for soups, boiled and served as aspa- ragus, or eaten in the raw Black Beauty Eggplant state. Except for certain commercial purposes and for our large city markets, Leek Is not used in KOHLRABI this country extensively, except by our foreign (Brassica oleracea var. caulo-rapa.) Native of population. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., Europe. Under cultivation about 2,000 years. Present 14lb. 60 cts., lb. $2.00, 5 lbs. $9.00, delivered. seed-supply is largely from European sources. German, Knollkohl; Italian, Cavolo rapa; Polish, Kaiarepa One-third ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; OKRA 4 pounds plant an acre (Hibiscus esculentus.) Native of northern Africa. 3 ° Days to maturity, 50. | Under cultivation about 2,000 years. American seed- Early White Vienna. eed by B. K. Blise supply comes largely from southern States. in 1866. The color is a beautiful light green, and German, Ocher; Italian, Ocra as will be noted, this variety is much earlier One ounce of seed plants 100 feet of drill; 8 pounds in sercon ap pe Purple Mien It spould be plant an aun : Heat pulled for the table when about 214 tmches in atnry variety originating diameter. Price, large pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., Perkins Green-Pod. in our own fertile 1/4\b. 60 cts., lb. $2.00, 5 lbs. $9.00, delivered. Burlington County. It will develop pods of a Days to maturity, 70.