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To Our Friends and Patroan
We take pleasure in handing you herewith our Catalogue of Farm and Garden Seeds for 1904. The catalogues of other Seeds- men will probably reach you by the time you get this one. This will give you an opportunity to compare them with ours. You will no doubt get copies of the bombastic sort, wherein exaggeration and cunningly worded absurdities are relied upon to catch your or- ders. It is safe to go slow in reading about the wonderfwl claims made for this and that variety offered in them. Just a little good common sense will convince you that any seedsman thai will re- sort to such descriptions and methods would not scruple to send you worthless seed, therefore it ought not to be difficult to prove to you that those who publish the conservative catalogues are mostlikely to serve you the best with honest seeds.
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JACKSON, MICH.
Quality is always our first consideration, and our aim and efforts have always been for a continuous improvement in the quality and strains of the seeds we send out. Our catalogue is carefully rewritten every year, and practical, up-to-date experience and information is given as to the most profitable crops and the best methods of growing them. Gardeners, truckers and farmers will find our catalogue a most valuable reference book all through the year.
e ® In considering our prices, both on new and standard veg- Seeds Postpaid by Mail. etable and flower seeds in packets, ounces or 1-4 pounds please bear in mind that WE PAY THE POST AGE, except on beans, peas and corn, to which, if wanted by mail, add toc per pound, and we always guarantee safe delivery.
How to Order Please be careful to sign your name, postoffice ,county and state on
e each and every letter sent us. Cash should accompany the order. Money can be sent safetly either by Post Office Order, Bank Draft, Express or the cash by Registered Letter. We accept stamps the same as cash.
On orders over $1.00, the cost of remitting by any of these methods may be selected in extra seeds, free. Every postmaster is obliged by law to register a letter on payment of eight cents, in addition to postage, and then you will receive our receipt for the letter by re- turn mail.
No order is too large for our facilities, or too small to receive our best attention.
Please write each item of your order on a Separate line, and carry out the prices. Also, please keep a copy of your order, with which to “check off” the seeds when received, to be sure that you receive just what you ordered. We seldom make mistakes, but when we do, we want to be notified immediately so that they can be corrected.
t>Kindly write any questions, requiring answer, separately from the order.
Please Order Early it would be a great accommodation to us if more of our cus-
* tomers would order their seeds during January aud February— before the rush of our busy season. If, however, you should postpone ordering, even until the seeds are actually needed, you can rely upon getting them promptly—“by return mail.”
Guarantee Complaints made that seeds are not good should quite often be attributed to
* other causes as to the quality of the seeds. There are contingencies contin- ually arising to preent the very best seeds from always giving satisfaction. Sowing too deep, too shallow, in too wet or too dry soil; insects of different descriptions destroying the plants as soon as or before they appear; wet weather, cold weather, frosts, chemical changes in the seeds, induced by temperature, etc. For these reasons it is impracticable to guarantee seeds un- der all circumstances, and while we exercise the greatest care to have all seeds pure and relia- ble, we do not give any warranty, expressed or implied. If the purchaser does not accept the seeds, on these terms, they must be returned at once, and the money that has been paid for the same will be refunded.
S. M. ISBELL & CO., SEEDSMEN, Jackson, Michigan.
125, 127, 129 West Pearl Street.
Remember, Good Crops can be Grown Only from Good Seeds.
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While we exercise the greatest care to have all seeds, bulbs, and plants, pure, true, and reliable, we do not give any warranty, express orimplied. If the purchaser does not accept these goods on these terms and conditions, they must be returned at once, and the money paid on same will be refunded.
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HOW TO SEND MONEY. Send money by Postal Money Order, Bank Draft, Express Money Order, or Registered Letter. We prefer the Postal Money Order on Jackson, Mich. We will allow you to select goods from our Catalogue to tover the cost of Money Order or Registering. Please do not send Private Bank Check. Do not send stamps unless for small amounts.
VERY IMPORTANT. Always state how you want goods sent—whether by Mail or Express. At- tach both name and price to each article wanted. Always write your address plainly.
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GREETING
HIS is the time of year when people are confronted with the important task of deciding what kinds and from whom the seeds for the coming season are to be purchased. In this they are frequently influenced by gaudily covered cat- alogues stuffed with catchy talk, exaggerated descriptions and illustrations, guessing contests, premiums, and apparently low prices.
Often they do not sufficiently consider what will be the product and for- get that it costs money to produce good seed and that they cannot be sold cheaply. Low prices suggest low grade seeds, both in vitality and value.
Our seeds are fresh and pure and of good vitality and have veen selected because oftheir high quality and are the choicest that can be procured. No expense or trouble has been spared to secure the choicest strains, and and we do not hesitate to say they sustain all claims and descriptions given in this issue of our catalogue. We have nothing to offer as bargains. Our prices are as low as first quality goods can be sold . Quality is our first re- quisite in every case.
ABOUT GROWING SEEDS.
We are frequently asked: “Do you grow all your own Garden Seeds?” No, we do not. There is not a seedsman in America who grows over 20 per cent. of the Seed he handles. Thirty or forty years ago our mothers and - grandmothers grew the most of their seed in their own gardens, or ex- changed with their neighbors, but there have been great changes in seed grow- ing since then, as well as in other industries. . Garden Seeds are now grown almost entirely by specialists, for the reason that climate conditions have much to do with the successful production of the different varieties, that is, certain localities are especially adapted to certain varieties. For exam- ple, it is conceded by all well informed seedsmen that the best cabbage seed is raised on Long Island, where it is grown in immense quantities. Peas and Beans are best grown in northern New York, Michigan and Wisconsin. Here in Michigan we grow annually hundreds of acres of cucumbers for seed.
Nebraska is a great state for the production of all kinds of vine seed. Thousands of acres are devoted to the growth of melon, squash, cucumbers and the vine seeds.
Radishes, carrots and beets are produced best from seed imported from France.
Eighty per cent. of the onion seed sold in America is raised in California. Connecticut pro- duces a very high grade of onion seed which many prefer to others
Lettuce is mostly grown in California, and the best cauliflower seed comes from Denmark. We place contract orders one and two years ahead for the different kinds of garden seeds.
Don’t be deceived by the seedsmen who claim to grow all their own seeds. Such state- ments are made for effect and sound very nice, but there is no truth in them.
We do not wish to convey the idea that our seed are better than those sold by other re- sponsible seedsmen, for in many instances they are no doubt grown in the same field, but what we claim is, that our seeds are “as good as the best.” We are always careful to place our contracts with men whom we know to be careful, painstaking growers and thoroughly relia- ble. In fact, we are personally acquainted with many of our growers and know beyond a doubt that they are furnishing us with the very highest grade of seed.
We know that our customers have too much good judgment to believe that in all cases that we have positively the best seeds on earth, as is claimed by some seedsmen. We know our cabbage, celery and other seeds will not produce vegetables two or three times as large as the seed of any other company and no sane man will believe them, no matter who makes the claim.
We do say, however, that we are endeavoring to build up a critical seed trade, and we are guarding the growth, testing and sale of our seed stock as but few seedsmen are doing. We believe a trial order of our seeds will convince yu of the merits of our stock.
2 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
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Novelties and Scene it
Special Merit for 19O4.
On this and a few succeeding pages we offer a few selected Novelties and in addition we bring into prominence some specialties of more than ordinary merit. Descriptions of new things are for the most part given by the respective introducers.
We can with confidence recommend these specialties to our customers for trial.
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round, very fleshy, crisp, tender and stringless. The- dry bean is jet black: Pktj$-Sc; %=pt., 1OCe 4p 20C:. Giz SOc: :
Round Pod Kidney Wax.
A, NEW BEAN.
PROLIFIC GERMAN.
BLACK WAX Round Pod Kidney Wax. The Best Early Wax Bean for the Market Among the many new Wax Podded Beans Garden. : ; ae Ge this seems especially valuable. The vine is
While this is not a novelty, it is still in the lead as the Best and most Profitable of its | dwarf, large and very productive. The long class.
Its enormous demand proves that it meets popular reqiurements and has all the sterling | quality, and in form are perfect, an imperfect- qualities we claim for it.
In all our many comparisons of this bean with other extra early sorts we have found it | quite early. The dry beans are more slender to be unexcelled in quality, and the first to give a full picking of pods.
In growth and general appearance the | round and are nearly white with a little darker plants are the same as the old Black Wax or Butter Bean, but are earlier and more produc- tive. The pods are clear waxy-white, quite | qt., 25c; 4 qts., 75c.
YOSEMITE MAMMOTH WAX.
Largest Podded Wax Bean in Cultivation. Pods as Large as a Man’s Thumb.
The enormous yellow pods of this variety often attain a length of a foot, and an inch in diam- eter. They are nearly all solid pulp, the seeds being very small when the pods are fit for use and, unlike other monstrosities, which have nothing to recommend them but their size, this bean is of really good merit, being absolutely stringless, cooking tender and delicious, and while not a heavy yielder is well worth a place in any garden; matures in 52 days. Pkt., 5c; % pt., I5¢; pt., 25c; qt., 45c, postpaid.
WRITE TO US if you are at a loss what to plant for a special crop. We will always be pleased to hear from you, and any information or help we can give you is yours for the asking.
and exceedingly beautiful pods are of the best
ly shaped pod being rarely seen. They are also
than those of Wardell’s Kidney Wax, are more
coloring around the eye. Pkt., Ioc; pt., 15c;
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CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN.
The Earliest Beet in the Market.
A selection from that standard market beet, Early Egyptian, which retains the earliness of the parent stock, and has added thickness, giving a more desirable shape; it is the deepest red, almost black in color, and is of finer quality than the Egyptian, being sweetér and even more tender and smoother. The most desirable sort for a small beet for early market, as it is in pre- sentable market shape quicker than any other sort. It is a very rapid grower and can be sown outside as late as July. Pkt., 5C} OZ., ; 10C S4-ip-20c; 1b; 60c;. 5 <Ibs., $2.50.
EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. (Select Very Early. See Engraving on 4th Page of Cover.)
CABBAGE.
THE BEST EARLY CABBAGE IN CULTIVATION.
Heading for market 60 to 80 days from sowing.
The most widely cultivated of the early Cabbages, of great celebrity in this and every other Northern market. It is very early, short stemmed; head cone-shaped, broad at the bottom with blunt peak; leaves leathery, well folded over the top. A reliable header and most excellent in all good qualities. Each year this variety is becoming more popular, and demand greater. It has not been very long since its growth was confined almost exclusively to the market garden- ers of New Jersey, but it has gradually disseminated into other sections, and is well known and highly appreciated by all the leading market gardeners of this country. We regard it as one of the best and most profitable early varieties. {It is always sure to form fine solid heads, and is the largest heading of all the early varieties. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 25c; 4% tb., 75c; tb., $2.50.
ALLHEAD EARLY CABBAGE.
The BEST Early Summer Cabbage—the EARLIEST Large Flat Head.
ALLHEAD is the earliest of all large Cabbbage, and considerably larger than any other early summer cabbage, that is equally as early. The deep flat heads are remarkably solid and the most uniform in color, form, and size of any variety. As tenderness is the result of rapid growth, it surpasses all others in this respect. The hard heads grow so free from spreading leaves that fully one thousand more heads than usual with large cabbage can be obtained to the acre. It is really an all-the-year-round cabbage,—being equally good for winter,—see re- marks at bottom of page. It is the most thoroughbred of all American Cabbages. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
256,24 1D., 75C; 1D. $2.25- ISBELL’S JACKSON WINTER CABBAGE.
THE KING OF ALL CABBAGES. For Spring Sales.
EGYPTIAN BEET.
Our market. gardeners have for several years grown this .variety, which was brought into this country by a German gardener who knew no name for it. It proved so valuable that the seed has been sold frequently at $1.00 per ounce, and sometimes higher. It makes a very hard head of good size and extraordinary weight, and is remarkable for its keeping qualitits when buried over winter. It is the best sort = SS = for late spring sales after all the other sorts = i ey pat H ASW SN F are gone, when it commands a high price, : iy ST owing to its dark green color, size and quality. It is no doubt one of the most profttable sorts to grow and every garden- em should have it Pkt, $c: ez. 25¢3 15 COC? . tl paes.
4 | S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
THE NEW HOUSER CABBAGE.
A Choice Winter Variety, the Best Keeper.
The New Houser Cabbage.
This is one of the very best long keeping winter cabbages ever introduced. It is at least two weeks later than any strain of the flat dutch type. It is not excelled for solidity by any variety, not even the Ball Head. It is as large as any late cabbage, averaging 10 to 12lbs. It never cracks on the top or side of the head but at the stem end. Has a very small heart and is very fine grained, tender and sweet. By reason of its compact habit and growth fully 500 to 800 heads more can be grown on an acre than any other sized variety. If requires good strong land and will grow as large a percent of heads from the number of plants set out as any late variety. It is the best keeping variety that we have ever tested. Pkt., I0c; oz., 4oc; ¥ lb. $1.25 and 1 Ib., $4.50.
IMPROVED WHITE PLUME CELERY. ~“
We know our seed of this variety is not ex- celled in quality and purity. Our leading special- ty. Early, handsome, of good flavor and fine tex- ture. More largely grown than all other varieties combined.
Never has a celery been so widely adver- tised as this. First introduced I5 years ago, it has been growing in popularity with each succeed- ing season. Asa variety that needs no banking, it has no equal, excepting perhaps the Golden Self Blanching. Its beauty and distinct character make it at all times an ornament for the table, but what recommends it especially above other sorts is that it can be blanched without high banking; it canbe blanched to perfection by setting boards 1 foot wide beside it. The great trouble in growing celery has been the labor entailed in blanching it. This has prevented many people from raising it in the past, but with the Improved White Plume there is no
reason why every amateur gardener should not grow this delicious vegetable. Pkt. 5c, % cz. 15¢c; oz.
25c, &% Ib. 75c, 1 Ib. $2.25.
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NEW SWEET CORN. PREMO.
The Earliest Sweet Corn in Cultivation, Being a Week Earlier Than Early Adams.
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It is with considerable gratification to our- selves that we are enabled to offer to our friends this season a record-breaking corn, and one which is destined to take first place with market garden- ers as a first in the market corn. On our grounds the past season it matured ears of a marketable size in 56 days from planting, being far and away ahead of any other extra early variety, and not only that but it is a sweet corn, not a flint sort as are so many extra early varieties. The ears are of good size for so early a sort, measuring 7 to 8 inches in length, with a good deep grain of excellent quality. While not so large a corn as our: Early Champion, it is considerably earlier, and beyond question the best corn to grow for early market, where earliness and quality means dollars and cents. We trust that all our market gardening friends will include this variety in their order as we have every confidence it will repay them. Pkt. 5c; qt., 25c; pint, 15c; one-half ‘pint 8c; postpaid; by express, 15c qt.; peck, $1.25; bu., $4.00.
EARLY CHAMPION.
Surpasses All Other Early Sweet Corn in quality. As Sweet as any Variety, Cotntry Gentleman Not Excepted. Yields More Than Any Other Very.
Early Variety. Ready for Use Sixty Days After Planting.
See illustration on last page of cover.
The ears are six to eight inches long, 12 cowed, kernels pure white very large and deep Se Copyright 199! for an early corn, grows about § to 6 feet high ABS 2 Sy HEHelmes with usually two ears to the stalk. It can be : SS planted much thicker than most varieties, it is far superior to any other corn in quality and is a Corn. Premo. few days earlier than the Minnesota. More pro- lific, larger ear, deeper kernel and much sweeter for home use. It has no equal on account of its earliness and excellent quality and when dried it is remarkably sweet and tender. Market gardeners will find it most desirable and profitable on account of its being an early real sweet corn of remarkable size and very productive. It is a week or more later than the Premo, but of better quality. Some of our market garden customers write us that they practically monopolize the market on sweet corn by growing “Early Champion” as their customers like it so well that they will have no other as long’as this variety can be obtained. Many plant the “Early Champion” at intervals of two weeks in order to have a succession of it for the whole season prefering it for the table to any later sorts. -Do not be deceived by those offering some other variety just as good as new as no later variety will surpass it. Pkt., 5c; % pt., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.25; bu., $4.50.
Cumberland Cucumber.
An Unequaled Early Pickling Variety.
A distinct new pickling cucumber of the hardy White Spine type. It is a rapid, vigorous grower and very prolific. The fruits differ from all other hardy sorts; in being thickly set with fine spines Over nearly the entire surface, and during their whole period of growth are exceptionally straight and symmetrical, thus making a choice slicing variety as well as one of the finest pickles. The flesh is firm, but very crisp and tender at all stages. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % Ib., 50c; 1 Ib., $1.75.
6 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
MUSKMELON.
TRUE OSAGE.
color.
THE BEST MARKET IELON
We Offer the MOST EVEN DISTINCT STRAIN.
Skin dark green, slightly netted on the lobes on the upper side, and on the best specimens a rich orange color where the Melon lies on the ground, and on this side it is eatable, within an eighth of an inch of the surface; flesh a rich salmon The shape is pointed oval—egg-shaped most exactly expresses it—medium sized, and the whole crop is very even and extra heavy, owing to thickness of meat; no melon can equal it in this respect.
Buy from us, and you will get the genuine.
_Pkt. 5c, 0z. 15c. % Ib. 4oc, Ib. $1.25.
McIVER’S WONDERFUL SUGAR WATERMELON.
The Sweetest Flavored Watermelon In
Cultivation.
IT IS VERY HEAVY
This justly famous melon is, we believe, the sweetest grown, and the best in table quality ever put before the people of this country. It is of me- dium size, with striped or variegated exterior, beau- tiful red flesh, and light coiored or white seeds.
The flesh is entirely stringless and of perfect quality as to texture and sweetness. The vines are strong, thrifty, and prolific, and well adapted to withstand either wet weather or drought.
This melon grown for many years by Col. E.
Early,
Large, Handsome, Good Shipper,
Long Keeper
R. McIver, of South Carolina, president of his County Agricultural Society, and a watermelon enthusiast, ard he considers it the sweetest melon within his knowledge. The seed originally came from the West Indies.
It has been tried both north and south, and has received unlimited praise. The Wonderful Sugar Watermelon should be in every choice gar- den in America. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 1b..20c, mb. 60c.
COLES’ EARLY.
This is a leader in Watermelons—one of the finest for the amateur and for the home market.
It is not only the
earliest variety in cultivation, but continues to bear enor- mously throughout the season; very hardy, and can be grown farther north than any other variety. The fruit is nearly round; rind thin and brittle, hence not desirable for shipping; flesh deep red and of extremely delicate texture, sweet, juicy, and delicious; seeds very few. Though the melons are not large, what they lack in size is more than madeup in number andsolidity. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, » {b. 20C, lb aoc.
Coles’ Early.
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ALASKA or EARLIEST of all THE EARLIEST PEAS.
This Pea is well named as it is the Earliest Pea ever grown.
Nearly every seedsman has an extra early pea which is claimed to be earlier than all others, but a trial beside the Alaska proves their claims false.
There is no variety that equals our strain of Alaska for excellence, yield, size of pod and regularity of ripening. It is a prodigious bearer. In this feature and i its extreme earliness consists its great value to market gardeners and truckers: At the same time we know of no variety that is more popular than Alaska with the home gardeners. Pkt., 5c; pt., 12c; qt., 20¢c; 4 qts., 65c; pk., $1.15; bu., $4.00.
THE NEW SURPRISE PEA or ECLIPSE. The Earliest of All th: Sweet Wrinkled Peas.
Earlier than American Wonder and Nott’s Excelsior, and as Early as the Earliest of the Hard Round Peas.
This remarkable new sort is a cross of Earliest of All and American Wonder, possessing the quality of Ameri- can Wonder and is as early as the Earliest of Hard Peas. The vines grow 24 inches high and need no bushing, the pods are well filled, containing six or seven peas. The peas are not as large as those of the American Wonder, but Surprise is a far better cropper and ready for market days before it. It was tested on the grounds of the “Ru- ral New Yorker,” and E. S. Carman wrote of it: “It is the earliest pea we have ever tried.” The editor of the New England Farmer writes: “Of thirty-three varieties on trial it was the first pick and the first to dry down.” Sur- prise has the hardiness of Earliest of All; it is a far bet- ter pea and cannot be recommended too highly. Another very important feature of Surprise Pea is the fact that it is ordinarily not subject to mildew, and can therefore be planted again in August for a late crop, a point which mar- ket gardeners and private planters will appreciate. Pkt., TOG; apts P5e; qt: 0c; 2 qts., 55¢c;, 4% pk.,;. 85c;: pk.,. $1.65; bu., $6.00. If by mail, add at the rate of 15 cepts per quart for postage.
ISBELL’S MAIN CROP PEA. Very Prolific—Comes after Little Gem.
It combines quaritity and quality in a degree possessed by no other variety. The main crop is a medium early, green wrinkled pea, grows uniformly about two and one feet high and is lit- erally covered with its long, heavy pods. The quality of this pea is simply perfection—that rich, buttery, marrow-like flavor for which the peas grown in the gardens of Old England are cele- Dpateaw EKE SC; pti sE5c3, .qt.;.20c;- pk $1.25:bu:, $4250.
GIANT PODDED MARROW. The Best Tall Growing Late Pea.
In this splendid new pea we have a sort that will please the most critical gardener. It is one of the most prolific, hardy and sweetest large-podded peas we ever had on our trial grounds and it makes a splendid succession to our excellent Juno, coming into bearing four or five days later than that variety. It makes a strong, sturdy vine three and a half feet high which is loaded with mammoth pods filled with the most delicious peas imaginable. A very profitable variety to grow for market: Pkt., 5c; ™% pt., 10c; pt., 18c; qt., 30c; pk., $1.50; bu., $5.00.
8 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
EARLY MICHIGAN.
The Earliest and Surest Yielding Potato.
The Early Michigan is a popu- lar potato and deservedly so. It is fine looking, with flesh and skin pure white, quite well netted, skin changes to a pinkish russet after it has been dug a few weeks, but its chief merits is in its earliness and heavy yielding. It is nearly as early as the Ohio and a far better yielder. Pk., 40c; bu., $1.10; bbl., $3.10. Second size—pk., 30c; bu., 80c; bbl., $2.25.
ISBELIL’S HAPPY MEDIUM POTATO.
An Early and Late Potato in One.
Another season’s trial with this new potato convinces us there were claims made for it last year that were not overdrawn. This potato is as early as Early Rose and is equal to best late kinds as a producer.
The vines are vigorous and as nearly insect and blight proof as any. Foliage isabundant, standing wel?
erect, admitting close planting. The tubers are very handsome and shape similar to Rural New Yorker. Few and very shallow eyes. Skin white, — slightly russeted, thin but firm. Table quality of the best, the flesh being pure white, dry and floury. It cooks finely and quickly, with a de- licious nutty flavor.
In good soil the tu- bers grow large with very few seconds. This potato originated near Jackson by a successful farmer and potato grower, who grows po- tatoes for profit. Lb., 75c, postpaid; 3 ibs., $1.75. By express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 5 ths., $2.00:
4 bu., $3.25; bu., $8.00. Happy Medium.
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FOR THE PAST TEN OR FIFTEEN YEARS :
The vegetable world has been anrfiually startled with surprising novelties, which from the glowing descriptions and indorsements, one would virtuarly expect the old and well-known favorites were being supplanted; but where are most of these wonders today? If the whole collection was to be sifted down, there would scarcely be a dozen of them worthy of attention, Ifasquash has an extra wart or excrescence visible, it is considered an extraordinary production, and is immediately renamed and catalogued with glowing description and indorsed by imaginary growers. But the people are awakening to this imposition, and while they are just as eager for choice sorts as heretofore, they want to be assured of true merits, which can be obtained only by improving the old varieties by selection which may consist of earliest productions, size and flavor, which are valuable acquisi- tions. Peas, beans, cabbages, beets, tomatoes, and many others have been vastly improved in this manner, and by such continued method the intelligent growers must reach that grade of perfection that no novelty, the sport of a season, can ever attain, and certainly such stock is more desirable than the trash that is annually sprung like a cyclone upon the public every year.
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SPARKS “EARLIANA” TOMATO.
A MONEY MAKER FOR MARKET GARDENERS.
The Earliest, Smooth, Good Sized Red Tomato Now in Cultivation. — (See illustration on 4th page of cover.)
Market gardeners who have tried “Earliana”’ are enthusiastic in its praise, and this season will fe . grow it for early market in preference to any S AM\pa@e Other variety. It is fully a week earlier than any as other. It will supersede the Atlantic Prize, be- Zs SN cause the fruits are not only remarkable for their “=, ¥ earliness, but for their large size, perfect form, bright red color and delicious flavor. Ripens clear to the stem and does not crack. Its solid- ity and fine quality are quite equal to the best medium and late sorts. Grows in clusters of five to eight, averaging 2% inches in diameter. We strongly advise every market gardener to plant his whole field for first early picking in LIS “variety. . 1 Eki. 0G, 45 O25" 300; 2 OZ 50C5. 42
park’s ‘‘Earliana.” F oz., 80c; % fb., $1.50; tb., $5.00.
NEW SUCCESS TOMATO.
A Magnificent New Scarlet Fruited Tomato of First Quality, Handsome Appearance, Large Size and Great Productiveness.
The vines are of strong, vigorous growth, with abundant foliage. The fruits set in clusters, average three inches in diameter from stem to blossom end. Color the brightest scarlet. Per- fectly smooth and free from cracks. The interior is very meaty, of fine flavor. It ripens with the second earliest, and yields abundantly throughout the season. The handsome color, even size and great solidity make it an excellent market sort. It is also well adapted to canners’ use, by reason of its rich color, solidity of flesh and desirable form for rapid peeling without waste. Our seed has been grown especially for us here at Jackson. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20¢; OZ., 3065. 2°04; 55C; 4 ID.,. $1.003- ib., $3.50.
EARLY ADVANCE.
Our 90-Day Tomato.
All efforts to produce a better tomato than the Advance have been fruitless, for there are none that equal it in earliness, flavor or perfect shape. The fruit is of medium size and a beautiful glos- sy, bright red color; as productive as any variety, either early or late, that we have ever grown. Quality the best; very few as good, none better. Canned, they have a flavor superior to any other variety. It is the smoothest tomato we have ever known; the most perfect in form; nearly globular. Not a ribbed or a rough one among them. Ripens all over, evenly and perfectly. Never rots, like many sorts, before it is ripe. It is a long keeper and a good shipper. Pkt., 5c;
\ i i} nt i DZ. 30Es22 OZ., 50Cc: Early Advance. NOLTE’S EARLIEST TOMATO, A DESIRABLE EXTRA EARLY SORT. This sort is claimed to be the earliest in cultivation and is worthy of trial as an extra early
variety. It is similar to Atlantic Prize, but earlier and less liable to crack and of better quality. Pit. t0c;.-3 for 25¢; 4 oz:, 35¢; .0z.,°6oc.
10 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
ISBELL’S EARLY BIRD RADISH.
THE QUICKEST OF ALL RADISHES. Quick Growth is One of the Main Essentials for a Crisp, Tender Radish.
As a forcing radish the Early Bird has established - a reputation as the leading sort—the best in every way. It is handsome in form and color—a beautiful oval, and rich scarlet. The amount of its foliage is 4 small compared with other varieties, and small for the size of the radish. The peculiar merit of this variety as a forcing radish is that it will -bear the heat riquisite for forcing without becoming pithy or spongy. The flesh is crisp, tender, juicy and mild. It is equally as good for open garden culture as for forcing, and therefore it commends itself equally to the amateur and market gardener. Pkt., 5c; oz., Ioc; % fb., 30c; fb., goc.
NEW “ICICLE” RADISH. THE EARLIEST LONG WHITE RADISH.
Entirely distinct, long, slender, pure white. Very early; much the earliest and finest long white. It is ready for use as early as the Long Scarlet Top, with less foliage, rendering it most desirable for forcing. In the open ground the roots continue brittle, crisp and mild, until they are fully as large as those of the Long Cardinal. It is ready for use following the olive- shaped Earliest White, and is destined to become a leading variety. In recent years strains, Whitewood, Frame and Chartiers, have been introduced, and found of poor quality, but the icicle is perhaps superior to the finest red ones. Roots pure snowy white, four inches in length, and half an inch in diameter; they retain their crispness and fresh, mild flavor until fully six inches long and an inch in diameter. Pkt., 5c; oz., toc; % ib., 20c; ib., 6oc.
BRIGHTEST LONG SCARLET, OR CARDINAL.
The handsomest and earliest Long Radish. This new sort resembles the Early Long Scar- let in shape and is fit for use in 25 days after sowing. Its color is the brightest scarlet we have ever seen in any radish; the tails are tipped white. This sort outsells any other Long Radish put in competition with it on the market, and is an extra fine sort for the home garden; best quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % tb., 20c; fb., 60c.
IMPROVED HUBBARD SQUASH.
THE AMERICAN STANARD OF EXCELLENCE.
This celebrated hard-shelled winter squash is unques- tionably more widely planted and sold than any other sort. The flesh is light orange in color, very fine grained, solid, dry, sweet and rich. It is prepared for the table in a variety of ways—stewed, baked, fried, in the form of pies, etc. As a keeper it stands in the front rank. its hard shell protecting it against decay. The shell is so hard that it is necessary to use a heavy knife, a cleaver, or a hatchet to open it. The color of the Hubbard skin or shell varies somewhat, but the color and quality of the flesh are fixed and unchangeable. For many years we have given espec- ial attention to the Hubbard, recognizing its superior mer- it, and its permanent position in public favor. The seed which we offer this year, is, we feel sure, better than ever. It is an improved strain, resulting from careful and long- continued selection, and we are confident that no better Hubbard stock is to-day on the American market. Our ; Improved is the choices type of Hubbard grown. Pkt., 5e; oz, 8c; ™% tb, 30c; ih.,) Sac: Hubbard Squash.
THE DELICIOUS SQUASH.
It is claimed by the introducers of this new sort that it is superior in quality to any winter squash in cultivation and that hundreds who have tried it endorse this opinion. We have not yet tested “The Delicious” on our experimental grounds, but the tests we have made of the ripe squashes have not proven them to be uniformly of the high quality claimed. However, a sort so highly recommended by such an authority as Jas. J. H. Gregory, is certainly worthy of a careful and extended trial. Pkt., toc; 0z., 25c.
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GENERAL LIST OF VEGETABLE SEEDS.
THE BEST SEEDS THAT GROW, AND A LIST OF VARIETIES IT PAYS TO GROW, ALL ARE FRESH, OF SUPERIOR QUALITY. AND STRONG VITALITY.
We deliver free all seeds at packct, ounce and quarter-pound rates. Freight and express charges on seeds in bulk to be paid by customer. Jackson enjoys especially low freight and express rates, and favorable connection with all points, thus insuring quick transportation and minimum charges. If pounds, quarts, or larger quantities are ordered to be sent by mail, add
eight cents per pound or fifteen cents per quart to the catalogue prices. |
LARGE SIZED PACKETS. Customers frequently write us that our packets contain twice as much seed as those obtained from other houses. We shall still continue to put up with our standard guages, the same liberal-sized packets of seed for which our house has always
been noted. We have always found the liberal treatment of our customers to be one of the best paying features of our business. wf
In the following pages will be found, in addition to all the good old standbys, many sorts that may be considered decided novel- ties. In fact, we list the cream of all varieties known to the seed trade.
You will find no skim milk inthis book. The list is not so large as that given in many catalogues, but we have winnowed the chaff from the wheat. We have for years past cut out all surplus varieties, with the idea of offering only the best, and thus condensing
the list, sothat it will not confuse the market gardener, to say nothing of the home gardener. It is rank injustice to offer the same variety under half a dozen different names, and it is unprofitable to list an endless number of sorts for which there is no demand. All can rest assured, however, that we have omitted nothing worthy a place in the following pages. 3 4
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ASPARAGUS.
To grow Asparagus plants from seed, sow as early as pos- sible in the spring, in drills one inch deep, and the rows about one foot apart. Keep the soil mellow and free from weeds dur- ing the summer, and the plauts will be in conditiion to set in permanent beds the succeeding spring. The beds should be about four feet wide, with an alley or path two feet wide on | each side. Set plants one foot apart each way, and the crowns four inches below the surface. The soil carn scarcely be too tich, for the sweetness and tenderness of the shoots depend on the rapidity of their growth. Give the beds a good dressing of fine manure every fall, after clearing off the weeds and stems. An occasional application of salt will be found beneficial. Sow a little on the surface in the spring, and it will help keep down the weeds. The plants must be properly established before zt cutting, which wlll require at least two seasons. ;
&£@- By purchasing plants, a year’s time is saved. Conover’s Colossal
Columbian Mammoth White. A distinct and valuable variety, producing immense clear white shoots, very tender and of excellent quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, &% 1b. 20¢, 1b. 60c.
Palmetto. This has long been a favorite shipping variety all through the trucking districts. It is said to bea little earlier than other sorts, at the same time being fully equal in size and productiveness to any variety in cul- tivation. Pkt. 5c,oz.1oc, % lb. 15¢, lb. 4oc.
Conover’s Colossal. An old standard and more largely grown than any other sort. It is unsurpassed in productiveness and flavor. O2z. 5c, A Ib. 15c, lb. 30¢. .
We can supply two-year old roots of any of the above varieties of aspar- agus at 75c per 100, $5.00 per Io00, buyers paying transit. .
rh ARTICHOKE ROOTS. Jerusalem. Has great value as a stock Palmetto Asparagus. food. Qt. 15c, pk. 50c, bu. $1.50.
12 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
BEANS.
ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR GARDEN VEGETABLES GROWN.
Of many varieties of beans, the following list comprises the very best, of all of which our stock is extra choice, the crops each year being carefully “rouged,”’ and the seed stocks im- proved by continued intelligent selection. All the beans offered are guaranteed new crop.
CULTURE. Beans do best on light, warm soils, but will do well on almost any kind of soil. They do not require heavy manuring. For earliest crop, they should be planted after all danger of freezing is past. Fora succession they should be planted every two weeks. Plant two or three inches apart, in rows two and one-half feet apart. Hoe often, but never when vines are wet.
One quart will plant 100 feet of drill. EDPPRRPBEDARAIPDARIRANOO oer arr" OUR PRICES
On packets include postage; prices on pints, quarts, etc., are net. If to go by mail, postage should be added at the rate of 8c per pint, and 15c per quart to these prices.
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DWARF, WAX, SORTS.
Improved Golden Wax. This variety is rapidly superseding the well-known Golden Wax, which has for many years been a great favorite with both market gardeners and private planters. Itis among the earli- est and hardiest of all the wax beans. The pods are straight, long, larger and thicker than the Golden Wax, much superior in quality. It outyielded the Golden Wax two to one in the past season. Pkt. 5c, ¥% pt. 10c, pt. 12c, qt. 20c, pk. $1.25. ;
New Prolific German, or Black Wax. See page 2. Pkt. §c,.4 pt. 10c, pt: 126, gt. 20c, pk. $25,
Davis White Wax. Th2 most hardy and pro-
Improved Golden Wax. ductive wax podded bush bean in cultivation. A
large, handsome pod containing pure white, kidney-
shaped beans and producing more bushels of pods to the acre than any other variety. Dry beans are excellent for baking. Pkt. 5c, % pt. Ioc, pt. 15c, qt. 25c.
Round Pod Kidney Wax. See page 2. Pkt. 1oc, pt. 15c, qt. 25c, 4 qts. 75c.
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. Strong, upright, bush growth, fifteen inches in height; very produc- tive. Pods straight, fleshy, five inches in lengti, and one-half inch broad. A rich, golden yellow, brittle, and entirely stringless, even when fully developed; of mild flavor. Pkt. 5c, % pt. Ioc, pt. 15c, qt. 25c.
Curry’s Rust-Proof Black Wax. Very early, productive, free from blight and rust. Pods long, flat, tender, and fine quality. Seeds purplish black. Pkt. 5c, 4 vt. Ioc, pt. 2o0c, qt. 25¢.
DWARF, GREEN-PODDED SORTS.
Extra Early Red Vaientine. (Imp. Round Pod. ) An improvement on the old Valentine, being about ten days earlier; the pods are very tender, fleshy and brittle. By some itis liked better than the wax vari- eties, for string beans; especially profitable for mar- ket gardeners, on account of earliness and great pro- ductiveness. The seeds we offer of this will be found equal to any ever grown. Pkt. 5c, % pt. Ioc, pt. I5c,
qt. 25c, pk. $1.25. New Stringless Green Pod. Burpee’s New Stringless Green Pod. See | length, one-half to three-quarters of an inch broad. novelties: Pkt: 5c, pt..15e) qt. 25¢, pk. $1250. Pods should be gathered young for snaps, and are
then of rich flavor, but not equal to pods of Im- proved Red Valentine or Stringless Green Pod. Price same as Valentine
Early Mohawk. Quite hardy and very early, well suited for cool locations, and short, cool sea- sons. Very strong bush growth, fifteen to eigh- teen inches high, with heavy dark-green foliage. Early Yellow Six Weeks. Price same as for Large, flat, dark-green pods, five to six inches in | Early Valentine.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds.
BEANS, RUNNING.
CULTURBE.—These are even more sensitive to cold and wet, aS well as to droughts and hot winds, than the dwarf varieties. After settled warm weather, set poles four to eight feet long in rows north and south four feet a part, the poles being three feet apart in the row, and set leaning to the north at an angle of 35 degrees. Set in this way, the vines climb better, bear earlier, and the pods are straighter and more easily seen. Around each hill plant from five to eight beans, two inches deep. When well started, thin to four plants and start any that fail to climb around the pole in the same way as the others, for they will not grow well otherwise.
One Quart to roo Hills. EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX.
The Grandest Yellow-Podded Pole Bean on Earth, and Well Repays the Trouble of Procuring Poles.
We know of no bean which will please you more than this remarkable new sort. We have grown pods from this variety on our trial grounds a full ten inches long and of a most beautiful golden waxy color, and where they have been ex- posed in market have readily brought a quicker sale and a better price than any other sort. Pods are produced in clus- ters of from four to six the entire length of the vine, and are fit for use a long time after reaching maturity. While this variety is nearly as early as any_of the Dwarf Beans, it will continue to produce pods until cut down by frost. Pkt., 6c; quart, 40c; pint, 20c; 1% pint, 12c; postpaid; %4 bushel, $1.75.
OLD HOMESTEAD or KENTUCKY WONDER.
Undoubtedly the Most Desirable Green-Podded Pole or Corn Bean Ever Grown, and a Money-Maker.
In our trial grounds last season it was ready for table on August ist, and about ten days ahead of other green podded climbing sorts. It is enormously pro- ductive, pods hanging in great clusters from top to bottom of the pole. It is en- tirely stringless, and, though large, cooks tender and melting, and we are sure will be a pleasure and profit to you. Pkt., 5c; quart, 25c; pint, 15c; % pint, 10; % bushel, $1.75. :
If Wanted by mail, add 15c qt.; 8c, pt.; 4c, one-half pt., to cover postage.
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Kentucky Wonder
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ao or abe a: fe Say FIELD | A very popular old variety. atly LE and very productive. Valuable as a s ARLE 2 snap or shell bean. Pkt., 5c; pt., Ioc; { \ i Re ace a
qt., 18c; pK., $1.25. Siebert’s New Early Lima. . The earliest true lima; very vigorous and productive; pods large and easily opened; valuable to those who sell shell beans; beans largest of any of the Limas, andof best quality. Pkt., 5c; pt.,‘roc; qt., 18c; pK., $1.75.5
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Sin all kinds of seed beans. We also handle thousands of bushels of common white bean annual- ly, and are inter-
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Lazy Wife’s. A white seeded ested in the im- pole bean, which is very popular, on provement of the account of its productiveness and Field Bean. There
EN are offered every sQQ year a number of new varieties, said to be new and distinct, but a trial proves them no better than the old ones. By careful selection we have improved the Bos- ton Pea Beans until we are justified in offering the—
good quality, either as a snap-shot or shell bean. The pods are green. Pkt. 5¢; pt., toc; qt., 18c; pk. $1 60. Dutch Case Knife. é earliest pole beans; excellent for selling. cellent corn-hill bean; plant two ina hill. qt 18c. lee Scarlet Runner. This is not only a good bean for snaps or green shelled, but its profusion of bright scarlet flowers makes it a highly ornamental climber. Pkt., 5c;
An old stand-by one of the This is an ex- Pkt., 5¢: pt., 10e;
pt., roc; qt., 18c, pk. $1.25. LBS Improved Pea BUSH LIMAS. LOR di te — This is decid-
= are e =A OR e l1mprovement on
Burpee’s Bush Tima. This is the only bush form AAS EASES ges Leon standard
having all the excellencies of the large Pble Limas. It has becoméa standard variety. The bush character is thor- oughly established; scarcely a plant shows a disposition to run. The bushes grow 18 to 20 inches high, and very branching, bearing large quantities of beans, equal in size and of the same luscious flavor as the best Pole Limas. P t., 5c; pt., 12¢; qt., 20c; pk., $1.50. ;
Henderson’s Bush Lima. [his beancan begtown and mature a crop farther north than any other Lima, ex-
Pea Bean in earliness, having dry beans eighty days from planting. It isan upright grower, and a great bearer. The pods grow in thick clusters and ripen in August, the leaves falling earlier than with some other varieties, thus allowing the sun to shine on pods and mature them. Enormously productive. Pk. $1.00, bu. $3.00, % bu. at bushel tate. Bags extra 15c each. Special prices given on large lots on application.
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tthe Jackson Wonder. A perfect bush, growing very : Siac, Tet 18 inches, maturing its first beans at least Common or mee ton Pea....----.----- er econ two weeks before any Pole Lima, and continuing to bear White “ilar & Ge. POG A peat aie Oe ee ate its load of well filled pods until stopped by frost. Pkt., 5c; a5 Heeeypen. Bie as 45 osc FIA BENS S - =e aah pt., 12c; qt., 200; PK.. $1.50. oy White Kidney or Royal Dwarf....... .80 3.10 Jacksou Wonder Tima. his is the most produc | Brown Swedish......-s.--:+*.....0. "90 3.10
tive and very earliest of the Bush Limas. It is of true bush
form, about two feet high, beaning the greatest profusion of broad, flat pods, each having from three to five medium- sized, flat; handsomely speckled beans, which cook quickly, and are of superior quality. Pkt., 5c; pt., 12c; qt., 20c; pk., $1.50.
Prices will be governed by the market quota- tions. We always sell at the lowest market rates, and give all the beans we can for money received. We would advise early orders. Ask for quotations on larger quantities.
Peas, beans and corn we do not deliver free but will de so if 8c per pint or 15c per quart is added to the price.
4 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
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Egyptian.
BEETS.
Culture:
The best results are obtained on a deep rich, sandy loam. Sowas early as ground can be prepared, in
drills eighteen inches apart, and thin out to three inches in row. Always sow in freshly prepared soil, which should be
pressed firmly over the seed. For winter use, sow from June 25 to July 15.
One ounce will sow fifty feet of row, five to six
pounds to acre. For field culture the drills should be two and a half-feet apart, and covered three-fourths inch deep.
Detroit Dark Red Turnip. A grand beet for bunching for market; tops exceptionally small, and uniformly upright, roots are perfect turnip shape, with small tap roots. The principle fault with most turnip beets is the occasional appearance of white rings, but by careful selection this has been overcome, and this will be found to be one of the deepest ved Beets. Quality is of the very best, sweetand tender. Gardeners can safely plant it largely. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, ¥ Ib. 20¢, lb. 6oc.
Improved Early Egyptian. The finest early market sort, color very deep red; tender and sweet; in form like the flat Dutch turnip. Our seed isa special selection of the darkest, earliest and most perfect roots with small tops. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, 4 ibs15c;4b.50c.
Early Eclipse. Tops small, dark purplish green, shading to lighter color on outside of leaves. Roots nearly globular, with a small tap root and very small collar. Flesh dark red, zoned with a lighter shade, very sweet, crisp and tender, especially when young. 20c, lb, 6o0c.
Crosby’s Egyptian. oz.8c, 34 lb. 20e4lb. Goe.
See novelties. Pkt. 5c,
PEt. Oz.) 3/4 th. Bastiaw) Spe iood hutnipe= = Seen eee 5c
7c 20C Bdmands Bloc fugnip=- ss. 0) sso soe 5 5 20 Early Bassano, fine for greens_________---.-5 7 18 Halli ons SB 1G OG ees te tae a oe Sea 5 | 15 None Dari.) Red? samen ean ee ee Ne Cente 7 15 Swiss Chard, used for greens_-_.__-_ 2-4... 5 7 15
MANGEL WURZELS.
Mammoth Long Red, Our Selected Strain. This grows to an immense size, much out of the ground, is enormously productive, and profitable if grown on deep, rich soil, and is an excellent keeper. We place this grand variety at the head of the list, and believe it deserves the first place. This variety has no superior, and will yield more tons per acre than any other variety. We have a fine lot of this seed for our 1903 trade, and want all our friends to try it. This variety is being sold at
Pkt. $c, 0z.- 8c, %- Ib.
a high price under such names as Jumbo, Dignity, Colossal, Eiffel Tower, Chirk Castle, ete. But our seed will produce as good wurzels as any of them. Oz. 5c, % lb..15c, lb. 4oc.
Golden Giant Intermediate [langel. Root long, olive shape, growing half out of the ground. one or the best of our yellow field Mangels. Oz. 5c, & Ib. 15¢, lb. 4oc. ni
Red Globe Mangel is identical with the Yellow Globe except in color. Oz. 5c, 4% lb. 15¢, lb. 4oe.
New Yellow Tankard. A special feature is the rich, deep yellow color of the flesh, differing in this respect from other mangels, surpassing them in milk producing qualities. Generally considered indispensable for dairy farming. Sheep and other stock fed on this variety thrive far better than if fed on other kinds. Oz. 5c, % lb. Ioc, Ib, 3o0c. PAPAARALPAL PSL SOSIE™
ONE POUND
Each of any five varieties, Mangels or Sugar Beets, enough to plant oneacre. By express at jpurchaser’s expelse=—2— es ae ee $1.00
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SUGAR BEETS.
The following varieties are largely grown for making sugar. They are also excellent for stock feeding on account of the large per cent of sugar which they contain.
Kiein Wanzleben. ‘This variety yields fourteen to eighteen per cent of sugar, and is considered the best for sugar making, both in Europe and Amer- ica, so faras tested. Oz. 5c, % lb. 12c, lb. 35¢.
Vilmorin’s Imperial Sugar Beet. An im- proved French variety; very rich in sugar, contain- ing about sixteen per cent and a very heavy crop- per." Oz. Sc; Vibo age, tb..a5e.
Lane’s Improved Sugar Beet. This is the most productive of the sugar beets, yielding nearly as much as the mangels; is rich in sugar; the best of the sugar beets to grow for stock feeding. Oz. 5c, % lb. r2c, 1b. 35c.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds.
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AMERICAN GRowN CABBAGE SEED aicuest Qvatiry.
One Ounce of Seed to 100 Yards of Row.
Nothing is so essential to successful Cabbage culture as well bred seed. In order to get large profitable crops nearly every plant should pro- duce a food solid head. It is now conceded that the highest grades of Cabbage seed are grown on Long Island, where the soil and climate seems to be especially adapted to the perfect develop- ment of the Cabbage. The seed we offer is al- mose exclusively grown for us under contract by the noted Cabbage Seed grower, Mr. Cc. L. Al- len, who has an enviable reputation for produc- ing the best Cabbage seed on the market.
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SELECTED EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD CABBAGE, The Best Early Cabbage in Cultiva- tion. The Market Gardeners Favorite.
There is more Jersey Wakefield Cabbage Seed sold annually than of all other early varieties
combined, and if we include the Wakefield seed gold under other names the proportion would
be much greater. This fact proves beyond a doubt that it is THE BEST EARLY CABBAGE GROWN.
We are not claiming that we have the best strain of Wakefield Cabbage seed on earth, that there is no other worth planting or that you are bound to get rich, if you plant our strain of se- lected Jersey Wakefield. Such claims which are sometimes seen in seed catalogues are silly, and it is sufficient for us to say that our strain of Selected Jersey Wakefield
IS AS GOOD AS THE BIST.
The year 1903 was an unfavorable one for early Cabboge, but in spite of this in our trials every plant made a_large, conical, solid head. We commenced cutting June the 15th, some heads weighing five and six Ibs.
Price.—Per pkt., 5c; 1% oz., iD,,. (bCs Ip.. 92.00:
Earliest Etampes.—Extremely early variety, producing small, quite solid, pointed heads. Might be described as an improved extra early variety
£55. Oz, 25C;
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of the well Known Early York type. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 20e; % Ib., 50c.
Henderson’s Early Summer.—The_ earliest large-heading cabbage, keeps longer without bursting than most early sorts. Ours is pure
stock. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.75.
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Selected All Seasons.—One of the finest for growing to a large size quickly and surely. Almost identical with Suc-
Pkt. -5es10z., 1be. 34 ID: 502: Ip:.6 51.70:
Henderson’s Succession.—_Is about one week later than Early Summer, but is double the size. Pkis.bc: 07, Loc; 14,.1b:,250e; Ib.,, $0.75.
Early Spring Cabbage.—HEarliest flat cabbage. Early as the Jersey Wakefield.
This variety fills a long-felt need. It is fully as early as the Jersey Wakefield, but the heads are of the round, fiat type of Early Summer. It
| has very few, small, outer leaves, thus allowing | its being planted as close as any variety Known, and producing the largest number of heads per | acre.
We advise all our customers to try this va- riety. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % Ib., 80c.
The Charleston, or Large Wakefield Cabhage.
| —It is five to six days later than Early Jersey | Wakefield.
The heads are fully one-half larger and quite solid. It is very compact in growth, and can be easily planted in rows two feet apart, and twenty inches in the rows. One great ad-
vantage is, it does not burst open when ripe, like many other early sorts, and consequently can be | left standing on the ground a long while without =| injury, until a favorable opportunity for cutting. 0Z., 20c;
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Alihead Early. Allhead Early.—A fine early summer variety, having deep, flatheads of great solidity and supe-
| rior quality which are ready for use soon after the
_ Jersey Wakefield. | a large crop can be raised on a small area.
Owing to its compact growth It is
| also an excellent variety to plant for succession
for home use where heads of medium size and ex- tra fine quality are desired, as it will stand for some time without bursting after heading. Pkt., 5G; 207, 9206s" 148 1s. 1 GG:
Early Winningstadt.—This early variety is esteemed highly on account of the extreme solid- ity of the heads. The heads are of the same size as the Jersey Wakefield, but more sharply point- ed in form. The leaves are rich, dark green, slightly glossy, most tightly folded, the heads being the hardest of any early cabbage. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 1% Ib., 40c; fb., $1.40.
Bear in mind that we sell the very best cabbage seed that can be grown at prices quoted here.
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FALL AND WINTER CABBAGE.
There is probably not one vegetable in the whole list as largely grown in private gardens for family use, and grown on a large scale for shipping commercially, as the cabbage, and there is not, we believe, one whose habits and nature are so little understood by many of those cultivating it, though perhaps so engaged for many years. Marked variations in the character of the product, and sometimes even an entirely worthless crop as the reward fer the expenditure of a considerable amount of money, time and labor, is not infrequently charged to causes that are very far from being the cor- rect ones, and in looking around for someone to blame for the failure, the seedsman is generally set- tled upon as being the one at fault, while a little consideration of the habits of the cabbage plant will clearly show the failure has been brought about entirely by the workings of nature, and, the causes existing, no other result could be looker for.
It is a well-known fact that after the plant has once started its growth, if perfection is to be ob- tained, it must not be checked more than once, and this one check is given when the plant is trans- ferred from the seed bed to the open field. After this has been done, and the growth has been re- sumed, any further check often results in changing the plant from a biennial to an annual, and when the growth is again resumed there will be an effort to go to seed and not to head, which will be more or less accomplished according to the length of time the growth has been retarded. While some plants will send up the seed stalks to full blooming development, others will make a tall, branching growth of leaves like a collard, some a smaller leafy growth, as a kale, while in other cases the cen- tral buds will be merely forced upward, making apparently round and cone shaped cabbage, and the field will look like a mixture of many kinds and varieties of plants.
A long-continued drought, with a light soil, will produce a similar result, and will also, some- times, from the fact that the check in the growth is not absolute, cause the shedding of a part of the foliage, and produce nothing but very small, hard, knotty heads, for plenty of moisture is an absolute necessity for the growth of a perfect cabbage, in connection with plenty of fertilizer.
These checke to the growth of the cabbage appear, from our observations extending over many years, to be the cause of the majority of the failures, and we believe if they can be averted, much better results will be reached.—Landreth’s Garden Farm Notes.
THE HOUSER CABBAGE.
New and Entirely Distinct Round, Late Cabbage.
The Largest Hard - Heading, . Fine Grained, Smallest Hearted Cabbage Known.
Market Gardeners and Truck_ Will Do Well to Give It a Trial.
We have had this cabbage grown under various conditions, on all kinds of soils and find that it sustains all the claims made for it.
The Danish Baldhead and Holland Cabbage have been taking the lead for hard-heading and long- keeping qualities, but have not been entirely satisfactory on all soils, owing to their tendency to blight on one side and to break over when half grown.
In our tests the Houser showed no tendency to this trouble, but was very vigorous and healthy when Ball- head growing by the side was half a crop. We recommend this cabbage be planted not later than June 15 to 20. Pkt., 0c; 0z., 45¢; 4 ib., $1.25; 1b: 94-50:
Hollander, or Dutch Winter.—This is one of the hardi- est cabbages in cultivation, and endures both frost and drouth that would destroy other varieties. Quite a dis- tinct sort. Plants rather long-stemmed, but compact; the leaves are very smooth, but thick; the head is of the me- dium size, round, but very solid, being the hardest-headed cabbage we know of, and of the very best quality. Ma- tures quite late and keeps well, and is considered by many the best cabbage to hold over for spring markets. Pkt, . foliander. or Dutch Winter Sc; oz. 5037.04 1b 50'c}. 1D.;.p1-75; ‘ ;
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds.
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FALL AND WINTER CABBAGE, Continued.
Danish Baill-head Cabbage.
isbell’s Jackson Winter. (Also see special- ties.) This new variety makes avery hard head of good size and extraordinary weight, and is re- markable for its keeping qualities when buried over winter. Itis a grand sort for late spring sales after other kinds are gone, when it commands a
high price, owing to its dark green color, size, and
quality. ially for the market gardener. Ib. 80c, 1b. $2.50.
Danish Ball-head Cabbage. A very handsome and extremely hardy imported cabbage, which is growing in popularity in America, having proved one of our very best winter sorts. It is highly prized in Denmark, and grown there almost ex- clusively for winter cabbage. It thrives well on thin soil and in highly exposed situations. The heads are of good marketable size, not quite so large as Flat Dutch, but very hard, round, fine grained, and will weigh one-fourth more than other varieties of equal size. The seed we offer is grown by the originator in Denmark. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, & lb. 55¢, 1b. $1.75.
Surehead. A very popular strain, which is sure to head. One of the very best late cabbages. Heads are very uniform in shape, of the Flat Dutch type, weighing ordinarily 10 to 15 pounds each, with few loose outer leaves. Of very fine quality, hard, and of fine texture. A remarkably good shipper. For home use or market, it will please all who grow it. It is not a novelty, but has be- come a well-known standard variety. Noseed can be offered of better quality than ours. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4% Ib. 75c, ib. g2.
Warren’s Stone [Mason. This first-class cab- bage is an improvement on the old Mason cabbage of 25 yearsago. It makes a deep, round, medium- sized and very hard head, the outer leaves wrap- ping it over very handsomely. Itcomesin as early as some strains of Fottler, and a little earlier than others. The heads being very thick through, and nearly round, make it an excellent sort to carry ibe the winter. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, Yb. 6oc,
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World Beater or Henderson’s Autumn King. (New.) Again we claim that this cabbage (World Beater) is the largest and hardest heading cabbage in cultivation. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 4% lb. 75c¢.
Mammoth Rock Red. The largest and best of all red cabbages. It is sure to head; large as Flat Dutch. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, & Ib. 75c.
One of the most profitable to grow, espec- Pkt. 5e, 0z..25¢, 4%
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Premium Flat Dutch. Nocabbage is so uni- versally grown asthis. In our seed of this we have a strain that in reliability for heading, even- ness of crop and size, cannot be surpassed. Do not be deceived by fancy names, but buy our seeds under the plain title of Premium Flat Dutch. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, % Ib. 5oc, lb. $1.75.
Surehead.
The New Lupton Cabbage. A grand, good cabbage. A rare combination of the second early and late sorts. Strong in constitution, perfect in type, it has none of the coarseness of the late varieties, with all the fine qualities of early ma- The stock is short; color dark green; very large heads in proportion tothe plant. Especially adapted to all purposes of the farmer and market gardener, asit will grow more uniform, head better, and keep equally as well as the later varieties. Pkt. 5c, % oz. toc, oz. 20c, % Ib. 60e, Ib. $2.
Drumhead Savoy. This is undoubledly the fixest type of Winter Cabbage. After having been frosted it dozls like marrow, and is not surpassed even by the cauliflower in its best condition. The strain is not to be confounded with low- priced imported seeds. Itisa shy producer of seed, and con- sequently never plentiful. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, ¥% Ib. 65¢. :
The following well-known varieties need no descrip- tion:—
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CAULIFLOWER. |
The cultivation of the Cauliflower has been confined to but a small percentage of regular garden- ers, on account of the erroneous idea that it is not only difficult but expensive to grow. Now that this delicious as well as health-giving vegetable is becoming better known, all those who do grow and put it upon the market are not only successful in producing good crops, but also in realizing good returns for their labor; in fact, Cauliflower gives better results financially to the gardener than any other vegetable he brings to the market. The demand increases annually, and all gar- deners should avail themselves of the benefit.
CULTURE.—The Cauliflower delights in a rich soil and an abundance of water. Sow seed for early Summer crop in February or March in a hot bed, and when plants: are three or four inches high transplant four inches apart in boxes or frames. In the middle of spring, or as soon as the gardener deems it prudent, the plants can be removed to the open ground into soil that has been well enriched with good manure. Set plants from two to two and a half feet apart each way. Cultivate often, throwing up the earth, and water well in dry weather. For late Cauliflower sow seed in a cool, moist place, on the north side of a building or tight fence, in this latitude about the first of May, and they will not be troubled with the little black beetle so destructive to everything of the cabbage tribe when young.
One ounce will produce about 3,500 plants.
The Snow Ball Cauliflower. The seed of Early Snowball Cauliflower offered by us is not excelled by any strain in the world. No matter if the price is twice as high or the praise twice as effusive.
EARLY SNOWBALL.
The Very Best for Forcing and Earliest in Open Ground.
; For at least forty years and probably more the city of Erfurt, Germany, has been renowned for its caulifiower growing, and as a natural consequence its Cauliflower seed, with the natural improve- ment which always follows large cultivation and selection, the Erfurters have brought their strains to the very highest perfection. We find in various seed catalogues scores of alleged NEW Cauli- flower under new and fancy titles, but the real truth is, these are only selections from the Erfurt strains, than which none better can be had. Others may have equally good, we believe none are better-and find ours run invariably true to type.. It is of dwarf, compact growth, with short stalk and can be planted very closely, as the leaves grow upright, protecting the heads. The heads are beautiful white, very large and firm, measuring eight to ten inches across, of fine grain and form quiere ses gardeners who want the best should plant none but this kind. Pkt., 15c; 4% oz., KOS OVA; 50.
Early Erfurt.—One of the best in general use. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 40c; oz., $1.40.
Large Algiers.—Sure to head; one of the best for late use. Pkt., 5c; % oz., 25c; oz., 50c.
Early London or Paris.—A fine, large, compact variety. Pkt., 5c; ™%4oz., 20c; oz., 75c.
_ Early Favorite.—The best sort for inexperienced growers, as it will head when other sorts are a
failures “PKL, bes: 4 OZ 250] NO7Ze mic.
Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt.—Selected. An extra early variety; much prized in Germany for ear- ly market use. Pkt., 10¢; % oz., 60c; oz., $2.00
CROP FAILURES
These are the lot of every cultivator, whether | garden then they will quickly ascertain that all novice or experienced, because in many cases |
b | of gardening is not in fighting purslane or in failures in the garden or field are the results of | picking potato bugs; they will find in no profes- natural causes, which no care can avert, as for sion is there more to learn and a broader field instance, very cold, damp or dry soils, low tem- for natural study offered to an observant and perature by day or night or even frost, causing scientific mind than in the refining yet precari- the growth to be checked, resulting in abnormal ous pursuit of the gardener whose operations development or heavy rains packing the soil so are more complex than those of the farmer. that seeds cannot push their way out, nor young The farmer, while possibly looking for better plants extend their rootiets; insects working types, does not scrutinize the soil products care- above or below ground, often entirely unseen fully as the gardener whose ideal of perfection therefore not understood by the careless obser- is never reached. To the vegetable grower new ver. Fungus growth which often can only be conditions never cease; surprises and failures detected by the aid of the microscope, insidious are of every day occurrence; his victory over diseases to leaf and root simultaneously attack- | the elements and all other adverse conditions is ing entire fields and destroying crops considered never completed up to the final moment, as, in fairly out of danger. All these and others of ori- spite of all precautions, even then the work of an gin beyond the prevention of man, often unde- entire season may be entirely destroyed. No gar- tected until after serious if not fatal injury, and | dener receives sufficient remuneration for his la- when recognized only partially within his powers | bors and ventures, his repeated efforts to accom- to improve or save, even though he be a scientific plish the next to impossible; his constant fail- student in the special lines covering the above. | ures to succeed are not understood except by Some people think any stupid can be a gar- those of his own occupation. A necessary qual- dener, so he can, there are too many of them, but ification of the successful gardener is patience there are stuvid men in other occupations—but as shown by a prompt readiness to replant two these peopvle are not familiar with the subject. or three times when made necessary by crop fail- Let them try a summer in the vegetable or flower ures.
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CARROTS.
One ounce of seed to 100 feet o f row, three pounds to the acre.
This excellent and easily grown vegetable is deserving of more general cultivation in the home garden. Its use should become as popular in the country home as it is in many large cities, where it is sold in quantity by market gardeners. The young, tender shoots are excel- lent stewed, or boiled, either along or with meat, as well as for seasoning and imparting a rich flavor to soups, stews, etc. They are delicious, also when sliced and fried like parsnips;
and are extremely wholesome.
CULTURE. Sow the seed thinly in shallow drills early in the spring, when the trees are start- ing out in leaf. Make three or more sowings of the early varieties a month apart to afford a succes- sion ef tender roots, aS when fully grown the roots are apt to become hard and woody, while the small varieties are apt to split open from overgrowth. A succession can be provided aiso by plant- where it is difficult to get seed to germinate during. This plan is most satisfactory in dry locations ing both early and late varieties early in the spring hot summer months. but we would advise mak- ing a second planting of early varieties about the first of July, to furnish a supply of tender roots for late fall use. When young plants are well started, thin out the small early sorts to three inches apart in the row, and large late varieties from five to six inches. The latter should be planted in deep, rich soil, deeply worked, and receive constant cultivation during growth. to insure smooth. straight roots.
The True Danvers Carrot Early Short Horn Carrot. Chantenay, or Model Carrot
Early Scarlet Horn.—This is a favorite for early crop, but not large; sold extensively in all markets bunched. The tops are small; roots top-shaped, stump-rooted, therefore easily pulled. Grows well in shallow soil. Color a deep orange; flesh fine grained. Pkt.. 5c: 0z.. 12c; Y% ib., 30c; fb, $1.00.
Chantenay, or Model.—In the Chantenay we have a choice carrot. It is of rich, dark orange color, and in shape is very symmetrical. The stock has been so well bred that the carrots have attained to such a uniformity in shape they are almost duplicates of each other. In earli- ness it ranks intermediate between the Danvers and the Short Horn. It is of the style of the Danvers, but finer and more symmetrical and therefore better as a market carrot for the table. Pkt-5e 07. 10c;. 1451p.,. 206; ib... 65c.
Danvers.—A valuable sort, in form midway between the Long Orange and Early Short Horn class. In color it is of a rich shade of orange, growing very smooth and handsome. It is claimed that htis variety will yqield the greatest bulk with the smallest length of root of any now grown. Under the best cultivation it has yielded from 25 to 30 tons per acre. (See eit deeds 5 2°Oz.,.10c;.. 14 ib., 20c;_ib., Goc. yy
Ox-Heart, or Guerande.—This carrot comes from ASS France, and is a decided advance in shape. It is interme- diate as to length, (such as Danvers) and the Short Horn Carrot, but much thicker than the latter, ataining at the top from three to four inches in diameter. It is of very fine quality for table, and is easy to harvest. Pkt., 5c; oz., toc; % ib., 20c; fb., 6oc.
Improved Long Orange.—The roots grow uniform and smooth, being always well formed, of large size, and deep. rich orange color. It is a good keep r, of fine quality for table use, and highly nutirtious for stock. Pkt., 5c; oz.. 1Oc;S8% ip:, 20c; ib.; 6oc.
CARROTS FOR STOCE.
Gong Orange.—Pkt., 5c; oz.. 10c; % Ib., 18c; -Ib., 50c. Large White Belgian.—This variety yields a larger return than others. To the milkman it is worth more than the cost of culture, promoting a liberal secretion of milk of improved quality over that from dry food, and may be fed alternately with rutabagas and beets, with the best results. Pkt., 5c; oz., 4065-34 4b 156 5-id., 50c:
Large Yellow Belgian.—Similar to the preceding in every Ss - 5 excepting color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Iib., 25e; Ib.,
¢e.
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CELERY.
One Ounce Will Produce 6,000 Plants.
CULTUBE.—The qualifications necessary for successful celery culture are good seed, manure, moisture and tillage. The best soil when obtainable, is good, deep swamp muck or moist loam, highly enriched with thirty or forty oads to the acre of good horse or cow manure. There must be plenty of water, either naturally or artificially supplied. For early celery sow seed in hotbed in February; when plants are large enough transplant into cold frames 1% inches apart; water and attend carefully; keep the temperature moderate and when the weather is suitable, from middle of May till June, transplant out into the open ground eighteen to twenty-four inches between the rows and six inches between plants; start the cultivator and keep it going. Earth up a little during the summer, keeping the leaf stalks close together, so that soil cannot get between them. Finish earth- ing up in autumn, and never hoe or earth up in moist weather, nor when plants are wet with dew, as this would be likely to cause them to rust or rot. Write for prices on celery plants in large quan-
ties.
Selected White Plume.—Our strain of this popular variety has been improved in growth, earliness, flavor, beauty and tex- - ture. It requires very little work in blanching, as the stalk portions of the inner leaves and heart are naturally white. It is unexcelled for early market use, but is not so good a keeper as New Golden Self Blanching. We know our seed is not ex- celled in quality and purity. PKt., Sc2 34 °0z., F2c3) oz-azue; 2°0z5 35¢; 3% tb., 0c; bs s200-
Perfection Hartwell.—Similar to Crawford’s Half Dwarf, but taller and later in maturing; stalks medium size, solid, crisp and tender. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00.
Giant Golden Heart.—Ever since this celery has been intro- duced it has gained in public favor and rightly so, for it is not only a good keeper, but 1s
White Plume. large, solid, as sweet as a wal-
nut, and of a beautiful golden
color. It is a selection from the Dwarf Golden Heart, grows much larger than its parent, but
otherwise possesses all its excellent qualities. We strongly recemmend it to gardeners as well as to private planters. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 20c; 0z., 30¢; 2 0z., 45¢; %4 tb., 75c; tb., $2.50. '
Golden Self Blanching.—Our seed from the original Paris introducers is as pure a strain as exists. Its rich, golden color, its close habit and compact growth, and greater than all, the readiness with which it is bleached and rendered marketable, make it invaluable to the garden- er and exceedingly popular with every planter. The entire stock is solid, crisp, and although not as early, a much better keeper than the White Plume. -PKE; Sc: 340Z., 15¢;-0z:, 25¢; 4 ih... 75¢3 ab., $2.50.
New Rose.—The red and pink celeries have been deservedly gaining in popular favor for several years, bcause they are hardier and better keepers than the yellow and white sorts, and because of their superior flavor and crispness. New Rose combines with the above fine qualities, handsome ap- pearance making it an attractive ornament to the dinner table, the heart and stem being shaded to a fine rose color. Pkt., 5¢; ™% oz., I5c; oz., 25c; % ib.,.75¢; 16., $225:
New Triumph.—(Evans.)—A new celery. Splendid long keeping sort. Extra fine flavor. Late variety of real merit. Healthy, strong grower, stalks very white, crisp, tender and brittle. We recommend it as worthy a first place among late varieties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; % fb., 60c; tb., $2.00.
Giant Pascal.—One of the best for fall and winter use. It is a selection from the Golderi Self-Blanching, and adds to the general good qualities of its parent superior keeping qualities. The stalks are very large, 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 a golden yellow, very attractive. Pkt., 5c; “% oz., Giant Golden Heart. 1205.02, 0c. 32/025 357) %7-Ab:, Gocy aa, o1475.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. aI CORN SALAD OR FETTICUS.
A vegetable used as a salad. It is sown on the first opening of spring, in rows one foot apart, and is fit to use in six or eight days from sowing. If wanted in early spring, sow imme- diately after fall rains. Can also be sown in cold frames.
Large Leaved.—Per oz., 10c; fb., 6oc.
CHICORY.
The roots, dug in the fall, dried, cut in thin slices, roasted, and ground, are used largely as a
Turnip-Rooted Ceiery or Celeriac. Substitute for coffee. Seed could be sown thinly ly in th ing.
Celerac GEe= pootedsGsiary_Grawn ex in Sey ee ae es Z : spring pda well
elusively for its roots, which are turnip-shaped, | Started thin out to stand two or three inches
very smooth, tender and marrow like. The roots apart, and give good cultivation, so the roots may
are ooked and sliced; used with vinegar, they grow as large as possible.
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make ae ee eek te oe eee oe Large Rooted or Coffee.—The standard. Pkt., th., 50c; Ib., $1.70. bes oz, L0G 14 Ib: °25¢c:
ISBELL’S SELECTED SWEET CORN, Northern Grown, Properly Cured, First-Class in Every Respect.
One quart will plant 350 hills. Five quarts will plant One acre.
Four cents per pint, eight cents per quart extra for postage, on corn of all kinds, when ordered by mail. Special prices will be made for larger quantities than here quoted.
EXTRA EARLY SORTS
NWew Premo.—This new sort combines all the good quali- ties of the later sorts, is much hardier and may be planted some days earlier without danger of rotting. It is a vigorous grower, stalks about five feet high, bearing two well devel- oped ears to a stalk. It is earlier than Extra Early Adams. The ears are of good size, 8 to 10 rowed, resembling White Cory. Pkt., 10c; % pt., 15c; pt., 20c; at., 30c; pk., $1.50.
Extra Early Adams.—Ready for the table sixty-two days after germination. Not a sugar corn. A variety in large demand among market gardeners, as it is quite har- dy. One-half pint, 5c; pt., loc; qt., 15c; pk., $1.00; bu., $3.25.
Early White Cory.—The best extra early for the mar- ket and home garden. Selected for white cob and white kernels from the original and earliest Cory, and is now a good length ahead of all the crack earlies, no matter what their names are. The ears are larger and better filled out than thos of the red cob Cory, and become fit for use a little earlier. Pkt., 5c; pt., 13¢; qt., 20c; 4 qts., 6o0c; pk., $1.10; bu., $4.00.
_ Early Minnesota.——The standard early sweet corn, eight-rowed ears of good size, and uniformly sweet and well fiavored. Pkt., 5c; pt., 10c; qt., 15c; pk., $1.00; bu., $3.50.
_ Improved Early Champion.—See Novelties. The ear- liest large sweet corn. Produces two and three ears to the stalk. The best kind for early and late planting. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; 4 qts., 75c; pk., $1.25; bu., $4.50.
Early Shefheld Sweet Corn.—One of the earliest sweet corns. Can be planted very early in spring, the plants be- ing very hardy, and can withstand light frosts. .Pkt., 5¢; pt., 15c; qt., 25c.
It is a well known fact that northern grown sweet corn, transferred to the central and western states, will be ten ‘days earlier, is sweeter, of better flavor and better cropper. We could buy splendid looking sweet corn grown in the west- ern states, at one-half the price we paid for ours, bue we
ern states, at one-half the price we paid for ours, but we ae as well as our own, even at less profit. Early Sheffield.
Be sure to add postage, if corn is wanted by mall.
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Stowell’s Evergreen.
SWEET. CORN, Continued. SECOND EARLY SORTS.
Crosby’s Early Sugar.—A most excellent variety, and remarkably early. Ears large size, 12 howed, meri- um length; grain thick and sweet; sure to give satis- faction. Pkt., 5e;~pt., 10c; “qt., 20e: pk., $1.10:- bu $4.00. qt.,-15¢;, pk., $1,002 buns Soccas
Perry’s Hybrid.—There is no better second early
in cultivation for market gardeners. It is an excellent sort to follow Crosby’s Early Sugar. Stalks of medi- um height, bearing two large 12 to 14 rowed ears, ma- turing little later than Minnesota. Pkt., 5c; pt. i10c: Qu, - A5 es wie 3120033 bust Sse 5e
Moore’s Early Concord.—Produces very large, hand- some 14 rowed ears, coming into use midway between Early Minnesota and the Evergreen. The quality is faultless; =Pkt., 5c; pty yi0cst Gt" 166) Sok. Sean. $3.50.
Early Evergreen Sweet Corn.—lIdentical in flavor, shape and size of grain with Stowell’s Evergreen, but about ten days earlier. _ The ears grow about nine inches long, are mostly 12 rowed, and remain tender a remarkably long time. It is a splendid sort for truck- ers and private gardeners, as it furnishes a succession to the second early sorts. Pkt., 5c; pt., 12ce: at. 20c; Dik, $1st0:") but; $4.00:
LATE OR MAIN CROP SORTS.
Country Gentleman.—A short. stalked productive sort, frequently producing three ears to the plant. Ears large for so small a stalk; grain narrow and very deep, after for of shoe peg. Highly recommended as one of the very best. PK, och pt. AZ; (at. av ceepaee $1.25; bu., $4.50.
Stowell’s Evergreen Sugar Corn.—The hkhest late sweet corn in every way. Being large eared, hardy and productive, sweet and tender, and remaining a long time in condition suitable for cooking, there is no other late sweet corn which can compare with it. Our seed being the most carefully selected for depth of kernel, size of ears, and freedom from flint and glaze. we know that it will give entire satisfaction. Pkt. 5c: pt.; 10¢;- at 720¢7 pe se$ 1-254 pus ako 0.
We can also supply the following well known varieties.
SEES et: Qt. Py pst.
Harly = Cory “Wed cob) hea =a. $0.05 $0.10 $0.15 $0.75 $2.75 Harly- “Mammoth,.- <tc eee ee 05 Bele -25.-'21250- 75.08 Late Mammoth, the
largvest | SrOwiloose see .05 15 25° Or. woe OldiColony +. Lee aees 3 Crop failed HSV Ptian » ¢ sat: bres eed eee Crop failed Black Meéxicane= 22, 2 ere ee .05 a5 25. 125.5 4200 Bickos (Ay bride see eee .05 “1'5 By argent sy ee FI,
Peas, beans and corn we do not deliver free, but will do so if eight cents per pint or fifteen cents per quart is added to the price.
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POP-CORN.
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Monarch
It pays to raise pop-corn as a general crop.
White Rice.
Demand usually exceeds the supply.
Some farmers
claim that it is as easily grown as field corn, andthey receive from three to four times the amount per
acre for the crop. E is better known among the poppers.
Monarch White BRice.—Everybody knows the old variety named White Rice. Our strain is a
improvement, with larger ears. and the ears are more abundantly produced. Six ears on a stalk is not a rare performance for this prolific and profitable pop-corn. The grains are sharply point-
For main crop the Monarch White Rice will bring the best price per pound, as it Let the children try a small patch, anyway. for home use. Queen’s Golden.—This is perhaps the hand-
somest of all the pop-corns when on the ear, sur- passing all others in size and colo. It pops per- fectly white. and a single kernel will expand to nearly an inch. Produces four to six ears on a2 stalk. Our stock of this strain, we are pleased to
ed, and the ear is a handsome one. Most éxcellent Say, is very fine. Pkt, 10c; pt, 25c; at, 40c, for popping. PkKt., 10e: pi.. 25c¢: qi... 40c; posit- postpaid. PkK., $1.25. 2 paid. Pk., $1.25. Shelled. Mapledale.—The most prolific pop-corn in cul- tivation. Its reported yield would seem fabulous Bed Beauty.—Pkt.. 10c: pt. 25c: at., 40c, post- if not attested by reliable growers. Price same paid. . as Monarch White Rice. 2
CUCUMBERS.
Qur Seed is Grown by Ourselves, from Carefully Selected Seed.
CULTUBE.—The plants are tender. and planting should be delayed until setiled warm weather. n
or ample facilities should be provided for protecting t
em from frosts and during cold storms.
Form low, flat hills six feet apart each way, of rich soil, by mixing in a quantity of thoroughly de- {
or more; or open shallow trenches
six ti eight feet apart, and mix with the bottom earth a quantity of similar manure, and replace the
Surface soil.
Seatter on each hill fifteen or twenty seeds, or one every inch along the rows.
and
cover one inch deep, pressing the soil firmly over them. Two ounces of seed is required for 100 hills,
two pounds for an acre.
Improved Early Green Prolific or Boston Pickling.—This is a distinct, very prolific and exceedingly popular variety, largely planted for picyles. The fruits average four to five inches in length when large enough for slicing, and are of excellent quality; but it is chiefly for producing medium-sized pickles that this varie- ty is so highly esteemed. If the fruits are gath- ered as soon as large enough, the vines will ontinue bearing through a long season. Pkt.. a
> Oz, F5es. 54-ib.40c:; tb $5.30.
c A, 3 Early Cyclone.—Similar to Early Russian, but not of such firm and fine quality; equally as prolific. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; % tb., soc.
Early Frame or Early Short-Green.—A very productive variety having iruits-of good length and handsome form. Desirable for producing pickles of medium size and of fine quality when sliced for the table. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15¢; | Dee: 7 neg eae pod
Improved Early White Spine.—A favor- ite market variety; a handsome, deep green fruit: flesh crisp and of fine flaver; is a main early vari- ety planted in the south for market. Pkt., 5c; 0z.: 15c, & 1b., 4oc; 1b., $1.40.
Cucumber Seed is an extremely short crop this season, as is the seed of Musk Melons. The unprecedented shortage is due to cold weather and excessive rainfall in several grow- ing districts.
Evergreen White Spine. Our Evergreen White Spine cucumber is the best for the greenhouse, the hot bed, or
i outdoor use when the most salable cucumber for market equals the Evergreen White Spine for the greenhouse or hot bed, and it brings more mon dozen on the street than any other cucumber. 11
ie keese- “0Z72 150. 4%
ib.. 40c; fb.,
$1.50.
P6 ae purposes is desired. No cucumb 1ey p
fa) La
Our strain has a 14 vears’ reputation behind
24 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catal ogue of All Reliable Sceds.
CUCUMBERS, Continued.
Improved Long Green. ‘This fine cucnmber grows from 12 to 16 inches or more in length, and is of superior quality. The young fruit is very largely used for pickling, and itis a standard sort for that purpose. Full.sized cucumbers are in high favor for making the so-called sweet pickles. Vines are strong growers, and the fruit isalways produced in great abundance, making it one of the most productive varieties in cultivation. We havean improved and very excellent strain, which has for many years been decidedly popular with our customers. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, &% Ib. 35c, lb. $1.25.
This is a distinct variety which has The flesh is pure white, PACE eS CHROZos 120 245 Eb:
Japanese Climbing. been largely sold as ‘‘a climber.” crisp, tender, and of a mild flavor.
35¢c.
Perfected Jersey Pickle. A decidedly improved strain of the old reliable Jersey Pickle. It originated in the great pickle-growing district in Burlington county, N. J., where this business is carried on to a greater extent than else-
where in the United States. It is a choice, thoroughbred strain, producipg cucumbers uniform in size, with thin skin, white flesh, and few seeds, very crisp and tender in quality, and having the valuable ever-bearing habit largely developed. Pkt. 5c, oz. loc, 4% 1b. 35c, lb. $1.25.
Westerfield Chicago Pickling. A very prolific variety, combining all the qualities desired by those who raise cu- cumbers for commercial pickles. Used almost exclusively by - the large pickling houses. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, & Ib. 35¢,
. $1.25.
Small Gherkin. A curious, rough little cucumber, used exclusively for pickling, for which purpose it is in high fa- vor. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 4% Ib. 4goc.
Early Russian. This is the earliest. Fruits are small, being about three inches in length and one and a half inches in diameter. Plants productive and fruits of excellent qual- ity. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¥% 1b. 35¢, Ib. $1.25.
Little Known But Useful Vegetables and Herbs.
ENDIVE.
One of the most refreshing and attractive of autumn and winter salads. Sow seed from the middle of June until the end of August.
Green Curled. A fine market sort; tender green leaves; blanch white; hardy. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc.
Broad Leaved. Leaves large, broad, slightly curled; tie up for blanching. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc.
EGGPLANT.
Sow early in the hotbed. When plants are 3 to 4 inches high, transplant 2 feet apart in rich, warm, dry soil. Cul- tivate the same as cabbage; high culture is best.
Improved Large Purple. Large, round, of excellent quality. Pkt. 5c, % oz. 15¢, oz. 25¢, 4 Ib. goc.
Early Long Purple. This is one of the earliest varieties; very hardy and productive; fruit long and of superior quality. 25¢, &% lb. 8oc.
: KALE, OR BORECOLE.
May be sown in September and treated like spinach; very hardy, and furnishes a fine salad in early spring.
Pkt. 5c, %oz. 15¢, oz.
German;Dwarf, Green Curl= ed. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, ¥ Ib. 25c.
KOHLRABI.
Early White Vienna. Fresh, white, and tender, ball large, spherical and good. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15¢, % Ib. 7oc.
Large Purple. Nearly icen- tical with the last, except in color. Pkt. 5c, 0z, 20c. Y% Ib. 70¢c.
GARLIC.
This is extensively used in many places for flavoring soups, stews, etc. The sets should be planted early in spring in rich soil, in rows one foot apart, and from three to five inchesapattinthe rows. Cultivate like onions. In August the tops die off, and the crop is ready to gather. Ib. 15c, lb. 40c, postpaid.
For flavoring soups, meats, etc., a few pot and sweet herbs are necessary for every garden. If they are to be used dur- ing the winter, the stalks should be cut on a dry day Swhen not quite in full bloom. They should then be dried quickly in the shade, and when dry be packed closely in boxes, with the air entirely excluded.
Varieties preceded by a * are perrennials.
PED.OZ. Anise. Used for garnishing, seasoning, and for Cordials t= te Be eee eee $ .05 $.10 *Balm. Used for making balm wine and tea__. .05 20 Basil, Sweet. The leaves are used for flavoring soups, stews, and highly seasoned dishes______ 05 IS Borage. Flowers excellent for bees. Leaves
used in salads. The flower spikes can be used
in coolins drinks. Yoibs 40cs_3_— | Be os 15 Double Curied Chervil. The leaves are aromat-
ic, and are used for seasoning in salads, and
forgarnishing: Gib. Acces 6. eee oS 10 *Caraway. Seeds are used for flavoring bread,
pastry. meats.etc. ¥% lb. 20c, 1b. 60c____-_- .05 .10
Coriander. The seeds are used for flavoring. af
1b. 156; 1D, 45¢_- ee 2 ee Oo .07 Dill, Leaves are used in pickles and for flavor-
ing Soups and sauces =e eee ee OR .07 *Fennel. The leaves boiled are used in fish
sauces, and beautiful for garnishing. The
seeds are vised for fayorines= =" 2 =a eee ee <65>...10 *Horehound. The leaves are used for flavoring,
and alsoin the manufacture of a cough rem-
OGY, 222 See See a OEE i os OS IS *Lavender. The leaves are sometimes used for
seasoning, but the plant is chiefly grown for
its flowers which are usedin the manufacture -
of, perfumery 6-2... See ee eee os IS Marioram, Sweet. The leaves and the ends of
the shoots are used for flavoring, both in sum-
mer and also dried for winter use___-_----___-_- 05 .I0 *Pennyroyal. Leaves are used for seasoning
puddings and various dishes_...-----_---______ .Io *Rosemary. The leaves are used for seasoning. .05 .20 *Rue. For medical purposes; good for fowls
for theveroup= = —- = == Baer. 05 IS
Saffron. Usedin coloring certain dishes, also for flavoring: > 2222. 28 eS 15
Sage. Leaves and tops are used for seasoning
and stuliitig.-—--_. .-. =. 3 eee Cena Summer Savory. The leaves and young shoots
are used for flavoring, especially for boiled
string: -beans.<.. =...) =e eee 05 10 Thyme. Used for seasoning; a tea is also made
for nervous headache2-=— = Oy 25, *Winter Savory. A perennial for seasoning__.. .05 .20 *Wormwood. —Beneficial for poultry; should be
planted|in poultry, yards2=— nO See a
BROCOLI.
Early Purple Cape. The best variety; heads compact, and of a purple color, similar to cauliflower, but more hardy. Pkt, 5c, 0z. 25¢.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS.
Allied to the cabbage family, producing small heads from the side of the stem, resembling small cabbages, and u in the same manner,
Improved Dwarf, or Perfection. The best variety; a deli- cious vegetable that should be grown in every garden Pkt 5G, OZ. 15C; ;
Borecole, see Kale.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. 25
LETTUCE.
One ounce will produce 1500 Plants.
CULTURE.—For early spring use sow in September and protect through the winter in cold frames the same as cab- oages, or Sow in hotbeds in March, and transplant to open ground as soon as it can be worked. For late supplies sow in the open ground as soon as the season will permit, in rows one foot apart; thin out plants one foot apart in rows. If sown every two or three weeks to the middle of August, it may be had in perfection the entire season. One ounce will sow 12§ feet of drill and produce 3,000 plants.
Improved Hanson. This is the most popular lettuce on our list, and its superior is not on the market. Itis an ideal lettuce in all respects. Theslightly curled leaves are of a beautiful green color, while the inner head presents a white appearance, and is as tender and crisp as though blanched. It forms a very large head. It is wholly free trom bitter taste, having a rich and sweet fiavor. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, ¥ Ib. 200.
Grand Rapids. While this variety is especially adapted for greenhouse culture in winter, it is also a good lettuce to sow outside early for family use. It is superior to and more beautiful in appearance than the Simpson. It is of rapid, upright growth; may be planted close; not liable to rot, standing several days after being ready to cut without injury; retains its freshness a long time after being cut, hence much sought after by dealers, especially shippers; its
- quality is very desirable. Pkt. 5c, oz., 15c, % 1b. 4oc, Ib.
75¢-
Denver Market. An early variety of Head Lettuce, either for forcing or open ground. It forms large, solid heads, of good light green color, and is very slow to go toseed. The leaves are beautifully marked and blistered (like the Savoy cabbage), very crisp and tender and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, & 1b.
"Early Prize Head. Grows to large size; even the outer leaves are crisp; is slow to go to seed, and of fine flavor; an old variety, yet one of the very best. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, & ib. 20c, ib. 75¢.
New Iceberg. One of the very best cabbage varieties. The heads are so compact and solid that they seldom go to seed. The inside is thoroughly blanched and of the finest flavor. Its crispness is retained in the hottest and driest weather. Pkt. 5c, oz. I0c, ¥% Ib. 300, lb. $1.
eu Senta Rc
Grand Rapids Forcing Lettuce. Biack-Seeded Simpson, or Perpetual. This does
not form a head but a compact mass of leaves, tender,
of excellent quality and of rapid growth; early, stands heat well. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % Ib. 200, ib. 75c.
Improved New York, or ‘‘Wonderfui.’? Plants of extra large growth, producing heads of immense size under favorable conditions. We have had reports from our customers of plants measuring fifteen inches in diameter, with heads as large as small cabbages, and closely folded. Inner portion is beautifully blanched, and stands for a considerable time before running to
£6 ” seed. Outer leaves a deep, rich green. We offer an New York or“ W anderfull” Lettuce. extra choice strain. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15C, % 1b, 35¢.
$$ Ken rr a a ET Te pA A Me a ; % UK) ag ie (== a h N | : \Y Wl es S g be)
LETTUCE,
Big Boston.
S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
=--Continued.
Big Boseon.—tThis variety is identical in color. shape and general appearance with the famous: Boston Market Lettuce, but is double the size. It is about ine week later in maturing, but its solid- ity and greater size of head will make it a most valuable sort. A desirable variety for forcing in cold frames, or open ground planting. “The “Big Boston” is sure to be wanted by market gar- deners and truckers, because it always produces: large, solid, salable heads, and will commend it- self to amateurs because it heads up well at all seasons of the year, and is of crisp, tender quality.
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Deason.—Very sure-heading, growing to large size, and of exceedingly fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢; 4% Ib., 40e.
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MELON---MUSK, or CANTALOUPE.
NO BETTER. SEED GROWN IN THE LAND.
One ounce of seed for sixty hills.
Two to three pounds to the acre.
CULTURBE.—Select a light sandy, rich soil, and after all danger of frost is over, and the ground has become warm and dry, plant in hills from four to Six feet apart each way, six to twelve seeds to
the hill.
When up, and danger of insects is past, pull out all but three plants.
Cultivate until the
vine covers the ground, and pinch ends of the growing shoots to induce early fruiting. Ashes, lime, or even dry road dust is excellent to sift over the young plants when the dew is on, to prevent the
attacks of insects. in pots.
EXTRA EARLY GRAND RAPIDS.
———=
7 MELONS iN A BUSHEL BASKET
Extra Early Grand Rapids. This extremely early muskmelon, week earlier than any other sort, and is profitable
(Yellow fiesh.) matures a full
on that account. The shape is well shown in the illustration. The flesh is yellow almost to the rind. The skin is finely netted, and the melon is handsome appearance, and sure to attract at- tension in the market.. Pinch off the ends of the main shoots when 2 or 3 feet long, to encourage more abundant blossoming and earlier maturity. This practice makes the fruit heavier as well as earlier. The Grand Rapids is absolutely the ear- liest of all melons, large or small. Ozer 0e: 1-4 Tb., 20¢; Ib., 50c.
Extra Early Hackensack. This valuable vari- ety is ready for market fully ten days ahead of the well-known Hackensack, which it much re- sembles in shape and quality. The melons are of good size, weighing from five ‘to ten pounds each; exccellent for market and private garden. Bk. OC 2..02.5 10Cs..4 OZ meer lise
Hackensack. Popular with market gardeners near large cities; size large; prolific and rich in flovor; commands a ready sale. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
1-4 lb., 20c; lb. 60c. Burpee’s Netted Gem. itis “a, ‘smaily early: melon, weighing 14% to 1% pounds. The flesh is
deep and thick, and light green in color, except
A few hills for early fruit may be had by sowing in hotbed on pieces of sod, or The seeds may also be started out of doors, under hand fromes or glasses.
next the seeds, where it inclines toward yellow. The flavor is exceedingly fine. The skin is green, regularly ribbed, and thickly netted. It is a firm, solid melon, and will carry in perfect condition for a week or more, after its removal from the
vine. It is a heavy cropper, and is in wide favor as a market melon. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ib., 20e. ..Bay View. Flesh green, sweet; oblong; alleged
to be the hardiest known.
PKES SC 7=0z5 Ib. 20 G3 Rib: 6 Ge:
10e; %
Rocky Ford. This new variety is of the Netted Gem class; it grows to about the same size as that fine melon, but is rather coarser netted. Green fleshed, and of good quality. The Colorado- grown crop has had a great run in our HBastern markets for the past two years, to the detriment of our home-grown sorts. We have found the difference between it and Netted Gem so slight that we hesitate to recommend it to those of our customers who are raising that variety. Still it might be wise to try it on a small scale, to de- termine whether it is an earlier strain. Pkt., 5e; oz., 10c; % ib., 20c; 1b., 60c.
Emerald Gem. Color’ dark green, flesh thick, and of a delicate salmon color. For table quality it ranks very high, and our sales over the counter and through the mail show the people find it ane of the sweetest mel- ons grown, and especially suit- ed to the home
garden. Pkt.,
=e BGs. 0%, LU se
Ss E ib; . 20cs at Emerald Gem. oe
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. 27
THE OSAGE,
The Most Popular Muskmelon.
Banquet. Beautifully netted; flesh rich salmon color; thick meat; exceedingly productive; uniform size and shape. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, ¥ lb. 25¢, lb. 75c.
Green Nutmeg. Skin dark green, finelv net- ted, sweet. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, % Ib. 20¢c, lb. 56c.
Long Yellow. A very large variety; ribbed and netted; sweet and melting. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, Y Ib. 200, Ib. 45c.
Banana. This melon sur- passes all others in its deli- cious fragrance. The flesh (the melon being nearly solid) is of a rich salmon. The quality is firstrate when the melon is thoroughly ripe. It grows from eighteen inches to two feet in length and is very prolific. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, ¥ Ib. 30c.
Improved Green Nutmeg
or Chicago Market. A su- perior market variety. Itis the most popular green
fleshed nutmeg in Chicago and other western markets, and is steadily growing in favor in the east. It comes quite early for such a good- sized melon. Very uniform in size, deep green, flesh of excellent quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, & lb. 2oc, Ib. 6oc.
Montreal Market. The
tened at the ends, very deeply and regularly ribbed; skin green, densely netted; flesh remarkably thick, light green, melting and of deli- cious flavor. Itis the larg- est of all; the most solid of all; the most profitable of all; the best shipper of all; the best keeper of all; in every way one of the most desirable of all. Pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, &% lb. 2oc, lb. 6oc.
Banana.
fruit is nearly round, flat--
The great popularity of this melon and the demand from con sumers is due in a large measure to the care and attention given to our selected strain, and we would here emphasize the fact that we save no seed from melons that do not prove deep meated on all sides when cut, and from the choicest specimens in the field. By this method we retain the most even, distinct, and valuable type of the melon. The shape is a pointed oval—egg shaped most ex- actly expresses it—medium sized, skin dark green, slightly netted on the loabs on the upper side, and a rich orange color where the melon lies on the ground; flesh a rich salmon color, and for quality has no equal.
Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10c; 1-4 lb., 30c; 1b., $1.00.
Petoskey or Paul Rose. A yellow fleshed sort of suitable size for a basket melon, and of the fin- est quality. Fruit oval, about five inches in diam- eter, and in general appearance much like the Netted Gem. Flesh orange colored, high flavored, very thick, firm and sweet. For those who prefer the high flavor of the yellow fleshed sorts this new variety will be very welcome, as it is fully equal to the popular Osage in quality and is of more convenient size, It is the best yellow fleshed mielon of basket size and form. Pkt. 5c, oz. Iroc, gts 25C. ber Se:
SE, - EAB OR i
Livingston’s Melon.
Tip Top. This grand melon has ‘‘held its own’’ with all newcomers for the past ten years, and no other melon of which we have any knowledge compares with it in uniform good eating qualities, and should be planted by all classes of melon growers, large or small. Italways pleases. The testimony of all who use Tip Top is that every melon produced, whether big or little, early or late, is a good one; sweet, juicy, finest flavor, firm (but not hard) fleshed and eatable to the outside coating. Its appearance on the market is very attractive—sells on sight. Gardeners tell us that their customers soon learn to pick them out, and will have no other kind. The fruit is of large size, nearly round, evenly ribbed, and moderately netted. It is also, perhaps, the most productive melon known. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, \% Ib. 25c, Ib. 75c.
[lango Melon. Also called vegetable orange andeVvine Peach: ~ Pt. 5c; Oz. “15c.
THE CHEAP MELON SEED OF THE COUNTRY is saved from the cullings of a crop where the earliest and best are sold, and the balance saved for seed—or what is still worse, seed saved from a crop grown near cucumbers, squashes, pumpkins or watermelons, with which they become impregnated and produce melons unfit for use.
28 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
WATERMELON.
THE BEST FRUIT THAT GROWS.
One Ounce is Required for Forty Hills.
CULTURE. deep, but receive shallow cultivation.
A light; sandy soil, with good exposure to the sun, is the best for watermelons. ; ’ i Hoe often and thoroughly. eight or ten seeds in a hill, and finally, when danger of insects is past, leave but three strong plants.
Three Pounds Will Plant an Acre.
It should be prepared Plant
Plant in hills eight to ten feet apart each way. Thousands of melon
growers annually depend on us for their seeds and are universally pleased, claiming that nowhere have they ever obtained
seeds so pure and teliable. It pays to have the best.
Sweeeheart.
Sweet Heart. When this melon first attracted the general attention of gardeners, shippers, hotel and restaurant men, we secured the choicest seed from original sources, and have kept this stock Gistinct and separate; we are therefore sure of the true variety, distinct and pure. Our strain is a grand sweet-hearted kind for home and market use, and will hold its own in the ‘‘Watermelon patch’’ for many years to come. Car loads still sell at fancy prices in the large markets, and its qualityis Ai. The following is an accurate de- scription: Vine vigorous and productive, ripening its fruit early. Fruit large, oval, very heavy, uni- formly mottled light and dark green, rind thin but firm, flesh bright red, firm, solid, but very tender, melting and sweet. Remains in condition for use longer than any other sort, seeds gray. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, Y% Ib. 20¢, Ib. 5oc.
New Seminole. This new Watermelon has four excellent qualities that make it popular— earliness, productiveness, large size and delicious- ness of flavor. Pkt. 5c, oz. oc, &% Ib. 20¢, lb. 60c.
Kolb’s Gem. This variety is the queen of all Watermelons for solidity, uniformity of size, weight, and fine shipping qualities, but unfortu- nately not for the table, as there are many varieties which surpass it in both quality and sweetness; but for one that carries best to market, and when there, sells the best, the Kolb’s Gem heads the list; the Melons are nearly round, rind dark, rich green, marbled with lighter shades; flesh crimson, quite solid, but lacks that sweetness which is so requisite. Oz. Ioc, Y lb. 20c, 1b. 5oc.
Tonte Cristo. A splendid sort for new mar- kets. Vine vigorous and productive; fruit of medium size; oval; color dark, mottled green in two shades, forming indistinct stripes; flesh very bright, rich red, exceedingly sweet and tender. Pkt. 5c, oz. Iroc, ¥% 1b. 20c, lb. 5oc.
Packets contain about Ioo seeds.
Mclver’s Wonderful Sugar. The sweetest Melon grown. See specialties, page 6. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % lb. 20¢, Ib. 6o0c.
Cole’s Early. Decidedly the finest early variety for the private garden, but is too brittle for long shipments. Itis very early and will mature farther north than most other sorts. Of medium size, very productive, continuing to bear throughout the season. Flesh of bright red color, of granulated, sparkling ap
pearance. In flavor it is lusciously sweet and refreshing. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, ¥% Ib. 25¢, lb. 65c.
Phinney’s Early. Few, if any, of the early sorts surpass this old favorite. It is first to ripen, of good size and produc- tive; shape oblong; rind a distinct mot- tled color; the flesh is a deep red; early market melon. Pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, &% Ib. 20¢, Ib. 5oc.
Ice Cream, or Ice Rind. White seeded, fruit of medium size; nearly round, skin pale green; rind thin; flesh scarlet, solid, crisp, delicious.
Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, &% lb. 20¢, lb. 50c.
True Peerless. The Great Home Market Mel- on. This old stand-by is our best general cropper
for the home market; has too thin a rind for ship- ping unless packed in straw Few, if any, surpass a True Peerless for quality and productiveness. Medium early, fruit oblong, large size; rind light mottled green; flesh bright scarlet, solid to the center, melting and delicious. Y lb. 20c, lb. 5oc.
Pkt. 5c, oz. Toc.
>
Kolb’s ae Watermelon.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. 29 WATERMELON.—Continued.
Dark Icing. Fruit large, nearly round, dark green, very indistinctly mottled with lighter shade. Flesh very rich,.bright red. Repeated trialg have demonstrated that our stocks of the icing varieties are much superior to those generally offered, each sort being distinct and showing the type well, instead of be- ing like many of the icing stocks, a mere mixture of whiie seeded sorts. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, & Ib. 20, Ib. 60c.
Long Light Icing. Our stock of this sortis much better than that usually offered, and superior to many strains offered as Early Monarch, etc. The melons are uniformly long and large, the flesh deep, rich red, and of splendid quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, & 1b. 20c, Ib. 60c.
Citron. Used in making pre- serves. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, f Ib. 200, Ib. 50c.
Cuban Queen. Fruit medium
to large, skin striped; flesh red; a
pular melon. Pkt. 5c, oz. Loc, ¥ lb. 20¢, lb. 50c.
The Kleckley Sweets. This variety was originated in the south with Mr. W. A. Kleckley. It is especially recommended for its fine flavor. It is a long, oval-shaped melon, with dark green rind. The flesh is scarlet, very firm, and ofa most luscious quality. A good family garden melon. Rind too tender for distant shipping. Pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, ¥ Ib. 20c, Ib. 60c.
MUSHROOM.
Mushrooms can be grown in cellars, in sheds, in hotbeds, or sometimes in open air. Fermenting horse manure, at a temperature of about 70 degrees, mixed with an equal weight of fresh sod-loam, is made into beds the size required, eight inches deep. See to it that the bed is packed very solidly and evenly. In this bed plant the broken pieces of spawn, six inches apart, covering the whole with two inches of light soil, and protect from cold and rain. One brick will plant eight to ten square feet of bed. The Mushrooms will appear in about six weeks. Water sparingly and with lukewarm water.
English Mushroom Spawn. In bricks of about one pound, 25¢ each, prepaid
ISBELL’S ONION SEED.
OF STRONG VITALITY AND CHOICEST STRAINS.
The onion not only cont=ins considerable nutriment and has valuable medicinal properties, but is most useful-in coun- teracting the bad effects of asedentary life. The disagreeable odor it imparts to the breath may be avoided ina great measure by thorough cooking, or by eating a few leaves of parsley.
Thorough preparation of the ground, careiul sowing, and the best of after culture, though essential for a full yield, will avail nothing unless seed of the best quality is used. Given the same care and conditions, the product from two lots of onion seed of the same variety, but of different quality, may be so unequal in the quantity of merchantable onions, that it would be more profitable to use the good seed, though it cost twenty times as much astheother. Therefore, togrow a good crop of onions, the quality of the seed is of the utmost importance. The seed must not only germinate well, but must be grown from the best possible strains, and produce bulbs reasonably true totype. We use the greatest care to secure the best of all varieries, hence in the past eur onion seed has given the greatest satisfaction. We are pleased to announce tha we have in stock a good supply of as heavy, plump seed, oi good vitality, as can possibly be secured from any source.
CULTURE. Onion seed should be sown as soon as possible in the spring, even if the weather is cold, so the soil works up well. This gives them a good start ahead of the weeds, and before dry weather setsin. After thoroughly pulverizing the soil, sow thinly, four or five pounds to the acre, in drills, 14 to 16 inches apart, and about ¥/ inch deep, in strong land, well manured, keeping them well hoed and free from weeds. Onionsdelightin strong, rich, deep, Joamy soil, and succeed weilif grown for a succession of years on the same ground. To get heavy crops of finest shape, and high cofored bulbs, especially Danvers and other Globes, large quantities of well rotted manure must be used—fiftern to twenty cords per acre would be none too much. If well rotted manure is not to be had, use high grade commercial fertilizer containing a large percentage of potash.
Extra Early Red. (True Flat Connecticut Strain.) A well fiat- tened but quite deep, extra early red onion, which yields abnnd- antly, keeps well. and is of mild flavor. The bulbs are of medium size, and deep, rich red iu color, very close grained, solidand heavy. This variety will form bulbs in cold, mucky soils, where others fre- quently failto ripen. It is recommended especially for the North and Northwest, where the seasons are short and cool. In rich soils it frequently grows almost as large as the Large Red Wethersfield, ripening much earlier. PEt. 5c, oz. toc, % Ib. 25c, 1b. goc.
Large Red Wethersfield. Be not deceived in Wethersfield, there are many types; some selections ripen in August, others in Septem- ber, others as late as October. We need not say the variation in time makes a difference in price of product. That which we offer is the early form. Pkt. 5c, oz, 12c, ¥ 1b. 25¢, 1b. vdc,
Write for special prices on five pounds of onion seed orover, name ing the varieties you want. We offer special inducements to those wanting a seed drill or cultivator, with seed enough to sow an
cre.
Extra Early Red Onion.
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ONIONS,— Continued.
It pays to plant only the best. Our Onions are saved from Selected Bulbs only, and are sure to produce the best crops of sound and long-keeping bulbs. We handle only Choice American Pedigree Stocks.
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Southport Red Globe is becoming pcpu- lar among large onion growers and shippers everywhere. This superior strain of Southport. is the direct results of a careful selection of bulbs from the true eastern grown Southport Red Globe. The onions are not overly large, but just the size to command the highest figure in the southern market where the Red Globe onion has becomeso popular. The bulbs differ in many respects from other strains of Red Globe Onion sold under the name of Southport. They are more uniform in size, darker colored skin, heavier, and a far better keeper than any strain of Southport we have ever seen. The onions ripen early and never produce a stiff or a neck.;: PEE 5C,-(0z. .15C7 37. Ah e5c ee
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Yellow Danvers. Reliability for bottom- ing and large yield are both combined in this popular variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, % Ib. 30¢, lb. goc, by express, 5 lbs. $4.25.
Southport Yellow Globe. Similar in shape to the other Southport Globe Onions, but differing in color, as indicated by its name. It is entirely distinct from the Danvers type, hav- ing distinct characteristics of its own. The flesh is white and mildin flavor. It is handsome in appearance, large in size, a heavy cropper and an excellent “keeper SPE 5c, oz. 156,54 Ib; 4oc, lb. $1.40.
Southport White Globe. Yields abund- antly, producing handsome and uniformly shaped bulbs; this is frequently sown for sets. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, &% Ib. 45c, lb. $1.60.
White Portugal or American Silverskin. Of mild flavor; fine for early winter use; es- teemed for pickling. Best keeper of the white varieties. Pkt. 5¢, oz, 20c, ¥% Ib. 60c, lb. $2.00.
Round White Silverskin. For pickling. Early, small, round, hard onion; a good variety for pickling; does not turn green by exposure to the sun. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, % Ib. 45c, Ib. $1.75.
Yellow Globe Danvers, Isbell’s Market Gardener’s Strain. (Pedigree Seed.) The finest shaped, best colored, and largest cropper of any of the yellow onions, and not to be com- pared with the ordinary stock of Yellow Globe Danvers. This strain is grown from carefully selected bulbs, everything rejected which does not come to the standard in shape and size. By this careful system of selection we have pro- duced an onion entirely distinct from the old type of Yellow Globe Danvers. Its points of su- periority over the ordinary Yellow Danvers are: Earliness of ripening, smallness of neck, per= fect globe shape, and uniformity of shape and color. It is an immense cropper and will yield more marketable onions to the acre than any strain we have ever tried. Growers should try this strain in comparison with the best strains offered by other seedsmen. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, % lb. 35c, lb. $1.10. By express, 5 lbs. $5.00.
Michigan Yellow Globe. The bulbs are large, spherical. Small necks, of a rich orange yellow color, enormons yielders, and splendid keepers. It is well known that a handsome Globe Onion brings 25 to 4oc per barrel more in large cities than other shaped onions. Pkt. §c, oz. 5c, Y Ib. 300, lb. $1.00. By express, 5 lbs. $4.75.
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds.
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PRIZETAKER, The Genuine. THE HANDSOMEST, LARGEST YEL- LOW GLOBE ONION.
A new variety introduced but a few years ago which has proved to be an excellent keeper, of finest flavor, handsome shape and enormous size, many single onions having been raised to weigh 5 lbs. and over, 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 command a very high price. The Prizetaker grows always toa perfect globe shape, with bright, straw colored skin; the necks are very small and the onions always ripen up hard. Pkt. Ioc, ¥% oz. 15C, oz. 25c, Y% Ib. Soc, lb. $1.75. (Write for special price on larger lots.)
Australian Brown. This onion has claimed a place in America within recent years, and seems abundantly able to maintain it. It is of medium size and of good quality, very early, rather flat- tened in shape, of brown color, and wonderfully hard and solid. It begins to form a bulb atan early period of its growth, when only a few inches high, and quickly reaches maturity. Its leading and most valuable feature, aside from appearance and quality, isits long keeping quality. It will literally keep fora year or more. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 15c, ¥ Ib. 35c, lb. $1.10.
White Queen. If sown early, will produce onions one to two inches in diameter early in sum- mer. Valuable for pickles. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, \% Ib. 30¢, tb. $1.75.
Extra Early Barletta. The earliest onion in cultivation, two or three weeks earlier than Early White Queen. Pure paper white, from one to one and one-half inches in diameter. Of very mild
and delicate flavor. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, % Ib. 5oc, Ib. $1.75.
Growing Onion Sets from Seed. ‘To grow onion sets the seed should be sown in broad, wide rows, atthe rate of forty to fifty pounds per acre, and kept clean of weeds. In late summer, or whenever the tops die, remove the small bulbs buttons or sets to a dry place, spreading them out thinly on trays made of laths piling one on top of another, separated by blocks, so that the air can circulate freely between them. The larger sized sets should be sold for pickling, and only the smallest sets retained for planting. Southport, White Globe and White Portugal are the kinds usually sown for sets.
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MAMMOTH SILVER KING.
This mammoth variety is one of the largest in cultiva- tion, averaging from fifteen to twenty-two inches in circum- ference, and often weighing twoand a half to four pounds each. It matures early and is of uniformly large size and fine shape, being flattened but thick. Theskin is of a beau- tiful silver white, flesh snowy and tender, of a mild, sweet flavor. We know of novariety of this vegetable which has attracted so mucin attention as this. Its striking size and handsome appearance, as well as mild flavor, recommend it for exhibition at fairs, for the fancy market as well asthe home table. Pkt. toc, oz. 15c, % Ib. 55c, 1b. $1.75.
ONION SETS.
Prices will be governed by the market quotations. We always sell at lowest market rates. and give al! the sets we can for money received. We would advise early orders. Ask for quotations on larger quantities.
We sell sets by weight, 32 lb. per bu.
Yellow Bottom Sets. By mail, prepaid, pt. 15c‘ qt. 25c, bo express or freight, not prepaid, pk. 75c, bu. $2.50.
White Bottom Sets. By mail, prepaid, pt. 15¢, qt. 25c, by express or freight not prepaid, pk. 8oc, bu. §3.
Red Bottom Sets. tom.
Top Sets, or Boutton’s True Stock. Same price as White Bottom.
White [lultiplier Onion Sets. Fine for bunch- ing. Extremely early, silver white. By mail, prepaid, pt. 15c, qt. 25c, by express or freight, not prepaid, % pk. 5oc, pk. 85c, bu. $3.00.
English [uitiplier. Esteemed by many as the best variety for early use. Mild, very early; the large onion produces several smaller ones around the bulb, growing mostly on top of the ground. Price same as White Multiplier. Very scarce.
a § REMEMBER THIS. ‘The finest soil, the most careful planting, the most skillful tending, the most
favorabie weather, all combined cannot make poor seed produce a profitable crop.
BOLPPAL IPA OL PPP IOS PL I OL OA
Same price as Yellow Bot-:
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S. M. Isbeli & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds. .
PEAS.
CULTURE. One quart for 75 feet of drill, 2to3 bushelstothe acre. Peas mature earliest in a light, rich soil; fora
general crop, a deep, rich loam, or inclining to clay, is the best.
When grown in the garden, sow in double rows six to
eight inches apart. When grown for a market crop, sow in single rows one inch apart, and two to three inches deep, the rows from two to four feet apart, according to the variety. Begin sowing the extra early varieties as soon as the ground can be worked in March; continue for a succession every two weeks until June, then discontinue untiljthe middle of August when a good crop may be secured by sowing the extra early sorts for fall use. They should be kept clean and earthed up
twice during growth.
ties are best suited for small gardens.
Settee ee ee + GUARD YOURSELF AGAINST OLD SEEDS THIS + +> SEASON. + + + 5 On account of the extremely unfavorable growing + + weather the past season the Pea crop has been the + + shortest every Known. A number of varieties were + + almost a total failure.. Be sure to place your orders + + early, for the supply of new crop seed will soon be + + exhausted. + + + $*Se--280-+-sf0-}-0fe + 1fe-+ 080 4 of0- 80+ she} BE ole-+ of + 250-+ eho + 00-4 she 1fe-+ she + oleh EXTRA EARLY SORTS.
Isbell’s Prosperity.—See specialties. Earliest large pod-
ded, first early wrinkled pea. A magnificent cropper. Well
filld pods; large, handsome, unequaled in quality; wrinkled.
Graws two feet in height, requiring little or on brushing. Usually grow in pairs containing from seven to nine peas of
the finest quality, which thoroughly fill the pod. pt., 25e; at., 40c; 4 qts., $1.25.
Alaska, arly round pea.
or Earliest of All.—See specialties.
the large peas, closely shouldered in pod. eight peas. we can recommend this variety very highly; hardy,
ground can be worked. PkKt., 5c; 65c; pk., $1.15; bu., $4.00.
First and Best.—Recommended for earliness and evenness one of the best pt., 12¢;
ripense 45 days after planting; % pt., 6c;
of ripening; varieties for market gardeners. pk., $1.75; bu., $4.50.
iy. American Wonder.—It is one of the earliest wrinkled peas ¥
in cultivation. Grows from ten to fifteen inches
produces a profusion of good sized and well-filled pods.
8e; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.75; bu., $6.50.
If peas are wanted by mail, please add to catalogue price, 4c per half pint, 8c per pint, 16c per quart.
SECOND EARLY PEAS.
Estra Early Kent.—Well known variety, feet high, very productive. pk., $1.25. -
2%
% pt., 5c; pt., 10e;
at., 20c;
The vines grow from 1% to 2 feet high, and are literally loaded down with pods, which are crowded with It is very uniform in growth, and usually produces pods containing seven or The quality is excellent, remaining tender until fully matured. As an “extra early” for the market gardener y it has all the requisites of a first class pea, and the beautiful dark green color of the pods adds greatly to their selling quality. Being the seed can be planted as early in spring as the pt., 15c; aqt., 20ce; 4 qts.,
Nott’s FE2celsior.
Nott’s Excelsior.—The best early dwarf pea.
American Wonder, earlier anr more prolific than Premium Gem; Unsurpassed for home garden.
are unsurpassed. 36.50.
The wrinkled varieties are not as hardy as the smooth sorts, and if planted early should have a dry soil, as they are liable to rot in the ground; they are, however, the sweetest and best fiavored varieties.
The dwarf varie-
Pkt.,-. 5¢;
An extra
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high, and > % pt.,
Alaska.
McLean’s Little Gem.—Dwarf and of superior Ba een ike pt., 8c; pt., 15c; aqt., 20c; pk., $1.65; ae .50.
McLean’s Advancer.—One of the best wrinkled peas in cultivation; height, 2 feet; large pods, full to the end; used exclusively by market gar- deners on account of its great productiveness. Better for small gardeners and farmers than the Little Gem, which it fuly equals in quality, and is only a few days later. ‘%pt., 8c; pt., 12¢;
at., 20c; pk., $1.00; bu., $3.75. Bliss’ Everbearing.—Pods closely filled with large, luscious, wrinkled peas, very productive.
Of similar type to the well known and popular Champion of England. Season medium to late. Continues in bearing about two months. % pt., 8c; pt., 12¢c; qt., 20c; pk., $1.65.
Horsford’s Market Garden.—This new wrin- kled pea is the result of a cross between the Al- pha and American Wonder. It requires no bush- ing, is extremely proyific and bears its pods in pairs. One hundred and fifty-four pods have been counted on one plant. Price same as above.
Isbell’s Main Crop.—See specialties. A grand wrinkled variety. The vines are two feet high. 10c;,, pt., 15¢e; .at., 20es5 -pkesssi.2bs5 ba,
to te 0.
The vines are large and more vigorous than the the peas in sweetness and quality % pt., Se; pt., 15c;. qt., 2b5c3\_ ples $1.76°2 bu
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds.
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PEAS, Continued. LATE PEAS.
Telephone. acquisition. high, with large, coarse leaves.
and of excellent flavor.
the best late peas grown.
5 feet. $4.00.
Yorkshire Hero.
productive. ¥% pt. &c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 20c.; pk. $1.25.
PEPPERS.
Ruby King. Remarkably mild and leasant to the taste; most excellent or stuffing or for pepper-hash. Pkt. Se.5 02, 25G:> 16 .1b.i40¢e.
Bell, or Bull Nose. Alsocalled Sweet Mountain. arly red variety; large
size; mild flavor; one of the best for pickling. Pkt. 5c.;0z. 15c.; 14 1b. 5oc.
Golden Queen. Color yellow; in other respects same as Ruby King. Pkt. 5c.; Oz. I5¢.
Celestial. A popular new pepper, wellliked. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 15c.
Long Red Cayenne. A rather late sort having a long, slim, pointed pod, and when ripe, a bright red color, extremely strong and pungent. Pkt. §c.; oz. 25c.; lb. 65c.
This pea has proved a valuable Vines vigorous, growing about 4 feet Pods very large, filled with immense peas, which are tender, sweet The stock we offer is prolific, and has been carefully selected. 8c.; pt. 15¢.; qt. 25c.; pk. $1.75; bu. $5.00.
Champion of England. Undoubtedly one of It is very productive, and the peas are of a delicious flavor; height 4 to y pt. 8c.; pt. 12c.; qt. 15c.; pk. goc.; bu.
Long, round pods, closely filled with large, luscious, wrinkled, peas; very Well worthy of general cultivation.
Improved Stratagem.
2 pt.
some pods. % pt. 8c.; pt.
qt. 25c.; pk. $1.25; bu. $4.50. Pride of the Market.
famous pea grows from 1%
of the haulm.
tive.
pk. $1.75.
Marrowfat Large White, or Black-Eyed. % pt. 5c.;pt. Ioc.;
qt. 15c.; pk. 75c.; bu. $2.25.
Canada Field Peas. Allkinds at tarket prices. {See Farm Seeds. )
PARSLEY.
Parsley seed germinates very slowly; it
should be started in a bed if possible.
out-door sowing always prepare the seed by placing it in hot water to soak for twenty-
four hours, in a warm place.
Triple Curled, a new variety, and Champion [loss Curled. Each pkt. 5c.; oz. Ioc.; & lb. 25¢.
PEPPER. Culture:
Sow the seeds early under glass, or in the open ground in warm weather; transplant when three inches high.
PARSNIPS.
The seed is sometimes slow to germinate. Itshould be sown as early as possible, and very thick. Cover half an inch deep, and press the soil firmly over the seed.
Hollow Crown. The best va- riety in cultivation. Pkt. 5c.; oz. toc.; ¥% Ib. 15c.; lb. 4oc.
Long White Dutch. Long, smooth and sweet, a standard sort. Pkt. 5c.; 0z. 1oc.; 4 Ib. 20c.; Ib. 45c.
Improved Guernsey. A new variety of great value. Pkt. 5c.; oz. Ioc.; &% lb. 15c.; lb. 4oc.
feet high, and bears grand pods, well filled with large and finely flavored peas from top to bottom It is of robust constitution, and very produc-
¥% pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25¢.;
Peas, Continued.
The pods are of im-
mense size, and uniformly filled with very large
dark green peas of the finest quality.
good qualities of the old Stratagem are highly —
All the
developed, and it is superior to the stock now generally sold as Stratagem. Vine medium height, but very stocky, with very broad, lignt green leaves, and’ bearing an abundance of large, hand-
15c:;
This to 2
For
Improved Fol. low Crown Parsnip.
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grow all kinds of vegetable plants. Our facilities in this department will be unsurpassed. Owing to the ever increasing popularity of Isbell’s Garden Seeds with gar- deners all over the country, we are frequently called upon to assist them to overcome the calamities of late frosts, unseasonable storms and drouth. They depend upon us for plants in such cases and we always respond.
RHUBARB.
PIE PLANT or WINE PLANT.
Fine plants may be raised easily from seed, which: should be sown in early spring, while the ground is still cool and moist. Transplant in the fall or following spring to beds or rows where plants are to be grown. The soil should be quite rich, and well cultivated; plants: set out to produce stalks should stand about three feet apart in each direction. The roots we offer, planted in rich soil in the spring should supply a limited number of stalks the following spring. A “packet” contains about 250, an ounce 2,000 seeds.
Myatt’s Victoria.—The most popular variety. Pkt.. 5Ce 02.4,.1502 5 24. Dit 20 GC al Diss ole DOE
Rhubarb Roots.
We have a fine stock of Myatt’s Victoria, . which we offer at the following prices: 3 roots for 25c, 6 roots for 30c. Prices. will be quoted by letter on larger quantities. By ex- press or freight, buyer paying charges.
PUMPKINS.
Sweet Potato—Medium size, creamy white; flesh thick, fine grained, dry and of ex- cellent flavor. Hardy, productive and a good keeper? = Pit, 5c; 2,07: N10Gs- Msi’ 2564 Ab a76C.
Large Sweet Cheese (Kentucky Field).— One of the best for table use, and very produc-
tive. Shape flat; skin moftled light green and | SUNFLOWER—Mammoth Russian.
yellow, changing to a rich crimson color; flesh Gray or striped seeds; heads very large. yellow, thick, and tender. Pkt., 5c; 0z., loc; | An excellent food for poultry. The stalks and 4 tb, 20c; tb, 7oc. heads make excellent fuel and cost less than
Sugar or Pie——A rather small but hand- | coal or wood in many places. Pkt., 5c; pt. some variety. Shape round; skin deep orange- | 15c; gqt., 30c. By express or freight, qt., Ioc; colored; flesh fine-grained, very sweet flavored; | pk., 65c; bu., $2.00. superior for pies. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4% ib, 30c; |
tb, $1.00. | PESES Eee eee ; Cushaw.—Long, yellow crookneck; splen- | + Cabbage, Caulifiower and Allied Vegetables.. .+ did for table use and feeding stock; flesh yel- | + = = a ‘ + - low, fine flavored and sweet. Very productive. | x rom Seed Time to Harvest. 3¢ PEt 5cs7ezs 0c; 40 41b,320c: i+ By C. L. ALLEN. <= + Large Yellow Field.—A very productive Is Z Tells an oe eee eg ; . . < ower an ’
yellow variety. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10c; VA ib, 15¢; | + edies for insects and fungous diseases. A + pk., 75c; bu., $2.50. |+ valuable work for the cabbage grower. + Genuine Mammoth or True Potiron.—(Al- | > Price, in board covers, 50c, postpaid. “
so called King of the Mammoths, Large Yel- low Mammoth, Mammoth $50 Pumpkin and Jumbo Pumpkin.) In form very much like an | PEPE EL EPEAT EET EET CRETE
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immense nutmeg melon, with depressed blos- | ¢ :
. : Don’t to a grocery store and get half as + som and stem ends slightly ribbed; grows three be Oe BEQROES =f = + feet or more in diameter and weighs 100 to 200 pe many seeds for your money, and < pounds. Skin salmon colored, flesh bright yel- ~ when it is too late find they don’t even grow + low, fine grained, of good quality. Pkt, 5c; | 4 / 024 E5C5° 4 1D;.d0es Ib, S100! fo eo ofe + fe + sfo-> eho + ofe > sferle + eho + fe efe- ofe- + she p she he}
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IF YOU HAVE A GARDEN, it is the greatest folly to sow the common seed from commis- sion boxes, as it costs the same for labor, in cultivation and manure, whether you grow crops of choice vegetables or poor ones, and the purity of seeds cannot be ascertained by their ap- pearance. They should, therefore, come only from such houses as are reliable and are trust- worthy; by so doing, the chances of disappointment in your gardening operations will be very much lessened. If you have never tried Isbell’s seeds, sow them this season, as they are un- surpassed. They are always grown from selected seed stocks, which selection is annually
made from the crops when in full growth.
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CHOICE SEED POTATOES.
IT PAYS TO CHANGE SEED EVERY YEAR.
Though potato growing is one of the main industries of the country, many farmers think all that is necessary is to plant any seed on any soil and harvest the crop, blaming the season for poor yield. Some reasons for poor crops are want of good seed, care, cultivation and fertiliz- ing. Change of stock seed is also one of the requisites necessary to success; any one variety of potato loses both in quality and yield by growing from the same strain of seed every year; soa change is desirable. A farmer should also be constantly experimenting with new varieties, and find out which are best adapted to his needs and soil. We do not offer an extended list, but these are the best early and late potatoes in our country.
OUR SEED POTATOES ARE GROWN FOR SEED.
Early Ohio Potato
At prices given on potatoes the We may not be “potato experts,” or ‘the largest dealers in the world,’ but we can refer you to some
+ : ~ = + purchaser pays freight. We have + SESS + reliable buyer in almost any neighborhood who will ¢ +> +> +> +> + +
listed the potatoes in their order of certify to the quality we send out. Kindly remember
2 ‘ this when you are about to buy seed potatoes. maturity—early, medium and late.
EARLY OHIO.—The most popular early potato in this country. Probably more largely grown, at any rate in the Mississippi Valley, than all other early varieties combined. But al- though Early Ohio is so popular and so largely grown, it is badly mixed throughout the coun- try. The worst of itis, most men do not seemto know that their seed is mixed. There is one sure test of all the Ohio class and probably only one. Every tuber, if genuine, will be covered with small specks or pimples which stand out from the surface and give it a rough feeling. Our stock is not only absolutely pure, but it is a greatly improved strain of Ohio. The seed has been carefully selected for a number of years, with a view to producing tubers smooth and sym- metrical in shape. .
Some very good early sorts will give eatable potatoes about as early, but their tops will be green after the Early Ohios are ripe. We offer the True Early Ohio, northern grown. Pk., 256 -bu:, oraos bbi.,:.$3.25.
BURPEE’S EXTRA EARLY is from ten days to two weeks earlier than Early Rose or Beauty of Hebron. The potatoes are uniformly of good size, free from rough or scabby tu- bers; oblong in shape, very smooth, eyes set well on the surface, skin creamy-white, slightly shaded with pink; the flesh is pure white, remarkably fine grained. and always of the best table quality. The tubers grow very compactly in the hill, with strong foliage of dark green. Itisa sure cropper, immensely productive, and will undoubtedly become the standard extra early Botte ee, A5c> bi. $135: bbl., $3.25.
EARLY MICHIGAN, one of our leading specialties: for extended description and illustra- tion, see page 8.
This is no doubt the strongest growing early potato yet introduced, and has shown unusual development, both as to early ripening, great productiveness and strong, vigorous growth, that the most careful planter need have no fear in planting it. The Early Michigan is snowy white when dug, but changes to a light russet. Pk., 4oc; bu., $1.10; bbl., $3.10. Write for prices on barrel lots. Seconds, pk., 30c; bt., 80; bbl., $2.25.
. Vigorosa.
VIGOROSA. This is the potato that is pleasing every one. Wehear nothing but praise on every hand. Itis notas early as Pingree, but is early, and the best yielder of all our earlies. Introduced in 1897. It was named Vigorosa because of its very strong, vigorous growth.
It isa very handsome potato. It has a beautiful fiesh-colored skin, with considerable of a netting. It is smooth and regular in form, and its quality for either baking or boiling is just perfect, fully equal to World’s Fair. Altogether it seems to have no faults whatever, and we believe it will prove a great money maker among early potatoes. Price same as Potato Pingree.
SIX WEEKS. Another Ohio style variety, thatisnow catalogued by nearly all seedsmen. It is
[perhaps a little later than Early Ohio and just as good otherwise. Pk. 45c, bu. $1.25, bbl. $3 10
POTATO PINGREE. Is a seedling of Martin Bovee’s of Michigan, the originator of the famous Bovee potato, who says of it: ‘They are from the Green Mountain, 1894, and are from three to six days earlier than the Bovee. They grow compact in the hill, you will see they grow smoother, not as many knotty or ill-shaped as the Bovee. As fcr quality about the same as Bovee.’ ”’ &
“Our field notes for 1899 show that Potato Pingree was earlier than either Bovee or Early Michigan, and yielded twenty per cent more than either of these two varieties.” This is recommendation enough surely. It will pay you to get hold of it. zr 1b. 25c, postpaid, by freight or express, % pk. 4oc, pk. 6oc, bu. $1.75, bbl. $5.00.
BOVEE. Introduced by Henderson in 1897. The tubers are numerous and of good, fair size, uni- form in shape, skin a beautiful flesh color, well netted, and quality all that can be desired. The vine is dwarf and stocky, and the tubers grow remarkably compact.
Our stock is genuine, being all grown from seed sent us by the originator, Mr. Marvin Bovee. Our stock is very small, however. Order early if you would secure any. Price same as Early Michigan.
MAULE’S EARLY THOROUGHBRED. A companion toEarly Ohio. A handsome, large potato, of the rose color, and an immense yielder; the potatoes grow closely in the hillandare nearly all of large, uniform size and cannot be too highly recommended. The best potato we ever tried for planting on muck land. Pk. 50c, bu. $1.50.
EARLY HARVEST. In the Early Harvest we have a very smooth, white, extra early potato, with a medium number of very shallow eyes, and of the very finest quality. The flesh is snow white, and of the very finest flavor, and we consider it one of the very finest baking potatoes we ever saw. Is hardy and a sure cropper, all of which makes it one of the most desirable in our list. Price same as Thorough- bred.
BEAUTY OF HEBRON AND EARLY ROSE. These two old standards are too well known to need any description. We have a fair supply of home grown stock of these varieties which is very fine and prolific. As they are popular we would advise early orders. Price same as Thoroughbred.
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WHITE MOUNTAIN.
The New Main Crop Potato. THE BEST LATE POTATO.
The best White Mountain is in season medium late, and suited for main crop. The tubers are of from medium to large size, practically no small ones or ‘‘sorting.”” Eyes even with the surface, or slightly bulged above, which is itself a good indication of a strong grower. Skin white, with rich yellowish creamy cast, and considerably russeted or netted. Ex perienced growers know that a potato with skin like this possesses superior cooking qualities. The fiesh is as white as snow, and cooks dry and mealy. The plant is a vigorous grower, and does not blight, in fact, it can be called blight proof. The tubers are set close about the base of the plant, and turn out at the first effort. Pk. 6o0c, bu. $1.50, bbl, $4.25.
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Introduced by Henderson in 1897, and therefore the companion to the Bovee. To say that itis bet- ter than Carman No. 3, is to say that it is the most desirable main crop variety now before the public. The two greatest money makers of recent years have been Rural New Yorker No. 2 and Carman No. 3. These both originated with E. S. Carman of the Rural New Yorker, and now when he comes forward with one that is called ‘“Mr. Carman’s Best,’ it is well for every farmer growing potatoes for profit to get hold of it. The introducers say:—‘‘In most respects it closely resembles the Rural New Yorker No. 2, but is more uniform, and yields practically no small tubers, every one being marketable. It is from four to six days later than the Rural New Yorker; the color of the skin is the same, but the flesh is white, and of better quality; in fact, it is the whitest fleshed and finest grained potato, excelling even the Snow- flake. It is unquestionably the best of its type, and will soon supersede all others of this class. Pk. 30c, bu. $1.00, bbl. $2.65, by express or freight.
CARMAN NO. 3.
Doubtless the most popular late potato of the newer varieties, and certainly one of the most worthy. It yields great crops of fine, large, smooth potatoes, even under the most unfavorable circumstances, and can be relied upon to bring in money. It was introduced in 1895. as ‘‘the handsomest large potato ever produced.’’ It was claimed that it would ‘‘outyield any other potatoe whatever,’’ and that ‘‘practically every potato is of marketable size.’’ Our experience with it confirms these claims. Usually ahead of all others in yield, smooth and nice, and of excellent quality. Farmers in this section are discarding everything else, and planting nothing but Carman No. 3 for main crop. It will certainly do to ‘‘tie to,”’ as itis a sort of ironclad. It grows a very strong, upright top, with dark-colored stalks and purple blossoms, and is little affected by drouth, blight, or bugs. Price, pk. 30c, bu. $1.00, bbl. $2.65, by express or freight.
Write for special prices on larger quantities.
SUBSTITUTION. We don’t do it. We never substitute other varieties for those ordered, without permission. If you order late, or after the shipping season begins, it would save time if you would name second choice, in case the varieties ordered should be all sold.
Culture:
S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
RADISHES.
Radishes must make a rapid growth to be crisp and tender. For early use seed should be sown in the hot:
bed, in drills four or five inches apart and half aninch deep. Foran early crop in the open ground select a sandy soil and A load of fresh, sandy loam from the woods is
a warm south border, under the shelter of a fence or building, if possible. better for the radish crop. As soon as the first leaves appear sprinkle with soot or ashes to save from the little turnip fly.
when six and seven inches in length. Crisp, tender,
I Oz. will sow 150 feet of row.
Scarlet Turnip, White Tip. Handsome, bright, scarlet color, with white tip. Many gard- eners make a sowing of it every two weeks all summer; its fine appearance attracts customers; quality always pleases. Sometimes called Rosy
Gem: Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, % Ib. 2oc, lb. 6oc.
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Early Scarlet
Early Scarlet Turnip. Round, with a short A popular sort with
Pkt. “5c; oz: woe, “4 Ab:
top; good for summer use. lovers of this vegetable. 20c, lb. 50c.
Early White and Yellow Turnip. Pkt. 5c, Oz.
oz. Toc, % Ib x5e, Ib: 50c: Early Scariet Globe.
pkt., 5c, % lb. 20c, 1b. 5oc. Early Scariet and White
Pkt. 5c,;.0z. toc, Y tbh22eribs5ec.
A choice variety.
Olive=Shaped.
and delicious.
Pkt. 5c, oz..10c,.4 1b. 20e, Th. Gee.
Giant White Stuttgart. A favorite German
radish; grows quickly, of large size. toc, % lb. 15c, 1b. Goce. Isbell’s New Early page 8. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¥% lb. 30¢. New Icicle. pkt. 5c; oz.{t0c:. % ‘Ibs35c:
Main crop.
new and excellent variety.
PLt. 5c,20z: Bird. See novelties,
See specialities page Io. Price
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Early Long Scarlet Short Top. White Vienna
White Vienna or Lady Finger. It is most
beautiful in shape and white in color; both skin and flesh are pure snow white; crisp, brittle anda
rapid grower.
Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % lb. 20¢, Ib. 6oc.
New Chartier. Handsome. Very tender. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, 4 lb. 15c, Ib. 55c.
Long Brightest Scarlet, White Tipped. A Its earliness is re-
markable, the roots being fit for use 25 daysafter sowing. Itis good for forcing or planting out of doors. Market gardeners should use this for early planting. Its color alone makes it a good seller.
Early Scarlet, Turnip Rooted.
Early Deep Scarlet, Olive Shape.
Our Own Mixture, Best Varieties. This mixture includes seeds of all varieties in the fol- lowing list, and-will give afine crop. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % lb. 20c, Ib. 50c.
Early Long Scarlet Short Top. The leading outdoor quick-growing sort Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, 4% lb. 15¢, 1b. 45c¢.
» French Breakfast. A well known sort, con- sidered by many to be the best. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc,
\ lb. 200, Ib. 45c. A white variety, large
White Strasburg. and showy. It matures quickly. Can be sold
Scarlet but shorter and earlier.
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Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % Ib. 20c, 1b. 60c. Similar to the Long
Wood’s Early Frame. Wherever known
it is planted in preference to other long sorts, because of its superiority. A favorite with market gardeners. “ Pkt. 5c, 0z. Ioc, % lb. 15¢, 1b. 50c.
WINTER RADISHES.
Sow about the same time as winter turnips. Form rather conical and very smooth;
Scarlet China. a of a bright rose color; flesh firm like the Black Spanish.
Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, % 1b. 20c, Ib. 60c. | Similar in shape to the pre-
Mammoth White China. ceding, though more regular in form. Average specimens
are about five inches in length by two inches in diameter. Flesh solid and brittle. Pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, % 1b. 20c, 1b. 60c.
Long Black Spanish. One of the latest as well as the hardiest of radishes, and is considered an excellent sort for winter use. It isastandard variety, Pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, % Ib. 20¢, lb. 6oc.
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SQUASH. & The crop of squash is nearly a total failure, therefore the price of seed is unusually high.
CULTURE.—Squashes should not be planted until danger from frost is past, but get in winter kinds as soon as possible, in order that they may mature. Plant in hills 5 feet apart for bush varieties, and 6 or 8 feet for running varieties, putting 6 te 8 seeds to the hill, finally leaving but three plants. One ounce ef the Bush varieties for 40 hills, or of the large-seeded kinds, 15 hills; twe or three pounds of the Bush, and three or four pounds of the Jarge=-seeded for an acre.
Chicago Warted Hubbard. A new type of Hubbard, produced by careful selection of the large, dark green, warted specimens always seen in good stocks of it. It has been bred to this type until it is so fixed that nearlv ail have very hard, warty shells; are large, and of very best quality. Popular with marketmen. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc ¥% Ib. 25c, lb. 80c.
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Hubbard. A yreat favorite, more extensively grown for market than any other variety; of good size, dark green; shell very hard, flesh yellow, fine grained, dry and sweet. In quality it is the standard of excellence. Our seed is of superior quality, having been grown for many years from carefully selected stock. Pkt. 5c, oz. roc, % Ib. 20¢c, Jb. 65c.
Boston Marrow. Fleshrich, salmon yellow, sweet and dry. Fall and win-
Warty Hubbard.
ter variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, % lb. 15¢, This is one of our specialties. This was introduced in 1894. Ib. 50c. It is uaquestionably the best strain of Hubbard Squash.
SUMMER VARIETIES.
Giant Summer Crookneck. As early as the common Summer Crookneck, and much larger, often measuring from 18 to 24 inches in length, of bright golden color and very best quality. Commands an. extra price in market. Pkt. 5c, oz. roc, ¥% Ib. 2oc, Ib. 6oc.
Golden Hubbard. A sport from that old standard of excellence, the Hubbard. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, \% Ib. 35¢.
Giant Straightneck. Similar to Giant Crookneck, but nearly straight, and larger, making them. much more convenient to pack. Note the straight neck. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, &% lb. 20¢, Ib. 60c.
Mammoth White Bush, Scalloped. An improved variety of the well-known White Bush Squash, growing 12 to 15 inches across; of uniform shape, and beautiful white color. Very early and prolific. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c, lb. 6o0c.
Golden Custard, of Mammoth Yellow Bush. This is a new dark, rich golden yellow, scalloped bush summer squash, grows large, is not excelled in quality, and is very productive. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc,
X Ib. 200, lb. 6oc. SPINACH.
Spinach is very hardy, extremely wholesome and palatable, and makes a delicious dish of greens,. retaining its bright green color after cooking.
CULTURE.—Should be planted in very rich ground, the richer the better, Sow in drills one foot apart, and begin thin-
ning out the plants when the leaves are an inch wide. All should be cut before hot weather, or they will be tough and
stringy. For early spring use, sow early in autumn and protect the plants with a light covering of leaves or straw. South. of Philadelphia spinach can be grown without covering.
Improved Thick Leaved. A variety which grows very rapidly, forming a cluster of large, very thick, slightly wrinkled leaves of fine color and quality when cooked. Especially recommended for market gardeners. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % Ib. 15c, 1b. 4oc.
Prickly Winter. A very hardy variety, and will with- stand the severest weather with only a slight protection of leaves or straw. The seed is prickly, leaves triangular, ob- long, or arrow Shaped. It is used for fall sowing, which in this latitude is made about the first of September. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % Ib. 15c, Ib. 35¢.
Savoy Leaved. The earliest variety and one of the pest to plant in autumn for early spring use. Plant of up- right growth, with narrow, pointed leaves which are curled like those of the Savoy cabbage. It grows quickly toa suit- Diya able size for use, but soon runs to seed. Pkt. 5c. oz. Ioc, ¥% :
Ib. r5c, 18. goc. Savoy Leaved.
40 -§. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
SPINACH---Continued.
Victoria. An excellent sort which forms a very large, exceedingly thick; dark green leaf, somewhat eurled in the center. It becomes fit for use nearly as early as any, remaining so much longer than most kinds, and cannot fail to please, whether grown for the market or in the private garden. Pkt. 5c, oz. toc, % 1b. 15c, 1b. 4oc.
Long Standing. An improved, round seeded strain of excellent merit, having all the good quali- ties of other sorts and continuing in condition for use much longer. The leaves are smooth and very dark, rich green. Very popular with market gardeners. Pkt, 5c, oz. 10c, 4% lb. 15c, lb. 4oc.
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER.
The long, white, tapering root of Salsify resembles a small parsnip, and when cooked is a good sub- stitute for oysters, having a very similar flavor.
Culture: It succeeds best in a light, well enriched soil, which should be stirred to a good depth. Coarse and fresh manure should be avoided, as it will surely cause the roots to grow uneven and ill- shaped. Sow early and quite deep, giving the general culture recommended for parsnip. The roots are perfectly hardy, and may remain out all winter, but should be dug early in spring, as they deteriorate Diy after growth commences. Store a quantity for winter use ina pit or in a cellar in damp earth or sand.
Large White. The common variety; roots medium sized, smooth; flesh white. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, % Ib. 300, lb. $1.00.
Mammoth Sandwich Island. This isin every way superior to the Large White, being larger, stronger growing, and less liable to branch. Invaluable to market gard- eners. Pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, % lb. 30c, lb. $1.00.
TOMATO.
All our Tomato Seeds are grown from stocks raised strictly for seed purposes and pom Seed stocks carefully selected. We challenge comparison of our stocks with any offered.
Culture: Sow the seed in March and Aprilin the hotbed, or in pots in a sunny exposure in the house. If it is desired to make very healthy, stocky plants they may be transplanted or reported when about two or three inches high. When fiveor six inches high, if the ground has become warm, trans- plant to the open ground, on a rainy or cloudy day if possible; if not, the young plants should be liber- ally watered and shaded from the hot sun. If it is desirable to have the fruit ripen as early as possible, in preference to a heavy crop, select rather light poor soi ,and a sunny location. Trimming off the lat- erals, training to a stake, and propagating by slips, ar. believed by many to promote earliness. Set the plants four feet apart each way, upon mounds of earth, to allow the foliage to open and let the sun in amongst the fruit. A cheap trellis, made by driving three stakes around the plants and encircling them with three or four barrel hoops, makes a very nice support for training them on.
Sparks’ Earliana. Theearliest smooth tomato. See novelties, page 9.
Advance. Our 90-day tomato. See Novelties page 9. Pkt. 5c, % oz. I5c. oz. 25C,
_ New Imperial. See Novelties, page 9. The peer of any variety known, embracing earliness, form, solidity, and every quality found in a perfect tomato. It not only be- gins bearing very early, but holds out all through the season until killed by frost. Our experience and repeated trials with this grand tomato. only emphasize its virtues. Pkt. 5c, % oz.” I5c, oz. 25c, 4% lb. 75c, lb. $2.50.
Atiantic Prize or Early Ruby. A large, early, smooth tomato. The open habit of the plant makes it earlier than other sorts, the sun having a chance to reach and ripen the fruit. Just what those growers want whose trade demands an early tomato. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, % lb. 6oc.
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We can also supply the folowing: Royal Red, Perfection, Favorite, Acme, Paragon, Potato Leaf, Golden Queen, Mikado, Turner’s Hybrid, Optimus, Early Michigan, Improved Trophy, Peach. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, Y{ Ib. 60c.
-general market or family use. We speak emphatically
isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. 41
TOMATO—Continued.
The Enormous.—The fruit grows very large and very smooth, with solid meat and few seeds. It is oval in Shape rather than round, like “Stone.” It is very solid for so large a tomato, and keeps well on vine after ri- pening; has rather few seeds and ripens with the com- mon varieties and ripens all over and through at one time. The color is a clear, deep red, without purple tint or shading. It is the largest of all tomatoes, the har- diest and one of the best keepers and shippers. On ac- count of its peculiar growth of having one very strong main vine it is well adapted to growing to single stem. sen yet eh Oe- an, OZS.,-50C; 0z., 30G3. 16 oz... 15e; pkt., c. :
Early Michigan.—Having tested at one time or an- other nearly every variety offered by seedsmen, we con- fidently claim that there is no better sort than this for
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because we know that for smoothness and regularity of Shape, uniformity of size, color and freedom from rot or eracking, this variety is unsurpassed. Its first fruits are very early, but the vines continue to bear for a long time. Vines large, with large, dark green leaves, vig- orous and wonderfully productive, being, under high cul- ture, one of the heaviest croppers: fruit medium sized to large, and unlike most varieties it produces larger fruits as the season advances. Perfectly smooth, solid, but without a hard core; deep, rich red color, and of excellent flavor. This kind is admirably adapted to
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PkKt., 10c; % oz., 15c; oz., 30c; % Ib., 85c: Th., $3.00. = eee OWARF CHAMPION. The Stone. This tomato has already been Dwarf Champicn. Very early, of fine qual-
generally adopted by canners and market garden- | ity. takes but little room, yields well. One of the erseverywhere. Its solidity and carrying quali- | best tomatoes for home and market. The plants ties are far in advance of any other sort now | of this variety grow very stocky, with a stiff, up- known; color rich red; shape perfectly smooth and | right stem that holds the fruit off the ground thicker from stem to blossom end than most varie- | until quite large. The fruit is of good size. as ties, making it very desirable and salable. Very | large asan apple, of bright crimson color, and of large in size and very heavy cropper. Pkt. 5c, 4 | the best quality. Ourstrainis superior. Pkt. 5c, Oz. I5C, Oz. 25c, & Ib. 50c, lb. $1.75. oz. 20c, % lb. 60c.
Dwarf Aristocrat. This new variety resem- bles Dwarf Champion in all save the color of its beautiful rich, glossy red fruit, so much preferred in many localities to the purple or rose colored varieties. The size. solidity, productiveness, smoothness, flavor, etc., of its fruit are up to the present standard of excellence. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20¢, X% Ib. 60c. 3 :
The Matchless. In beauty of coloring and symmetry it is without a peer. Pkt. 5c, oz. 200, X% Ib. 6oc.
Ignotum- Large, smooth, very solid; early, productive, free from cracking and rot. One of the very best for general crop. Pkt. 5c, oz. 2oc, X Ib. 60c.
Honor Bright. One of the most distinct and meritorious varieties ever introduced. No sort is more worthy of a trial. Pkt. 5c, % oz. I5c, oz. 25¢.
Ponderosa. Thisis the largest tomato in cultivation. Pkt. Ioc; % oz. 300¢, oz. 50C.
Living ston’s Beauty Tomato.
TOBACCO. Livingston’s Beauty. A decided favorite for either home market or shipping purposes, being early, hardy, a strong grower, productive; fruit large, always smooth, perfect in shape, and pone ; lent in quality. Thecolor is glossy crimson, wit Connecticut Seed Leaf. A stocky plant; Scineeot purale: It grows fa elusters of four to leaves not so long, but of good width; suitable for | ci large fruits, retaining its large size late in the cigar fillers. The alluvial valley of Connecticut | season. It ripens with Acme and Perfection. It is best suited to this, but it is grown all over the | j, entirely free from ribbed and elongated fruit; very United States. Pkt. Ioc, oz. 25¢, 4 Ib. 65¢. firm fleshed, has a tough skin and but few seeds. ’ Choice Havana. An Americanized Havana, | It seldom rots or cracks after a rain, like many of used generally for cigar purposes, although some- | the tender skinned sorts. Can be picked quite times used as a manufacturing sort. It has a very green, will look well, ripen up nicely, and keep large, long leaf, and makes a fine quality leaf. It | perfect fora week after itisripe. Used largely by is very early. It is best adapted to strong, rich | marketmen and long distance shippers every where. soils. “ Pkt. 5c, oz. goc, & Ib.. $1.00, Ib. $3.00. Pkt. 5c, % oz. 1§c, oz. 20c, ¥& Ib. 6oc.
_ Michigan is coming to the front as a tobacco growing state. The growing of tobacco requires experience, but is a profitable business.
42 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
TURNIPS.
CULTURE, For early turnips sow as soon as ground opens in spring, but the other kinds for winter use may be sown from middle of July to end of August. Turnips are generally sown broaccast, but much larger crops are obtained Kaas 9 larly of Rutabaga) by cultivating in drills 18 inches apart, and thinning to six inches in the drill. One and one-half pounds
-to the acre.
Purple Top White Globe. This is one of the handsomest and most salable Turnips. As a pro- fitable sort for market gardeners it is unsurpassed. For the home garden it is always desirable. It is a large, rapid-growing sort, with globular-shaped roots. Flesh is pure white, of high quality, and excellent flavor. The skin is white and purple, the under portion being white and the top bright purple. See illustration. On account of its shape it will outyield any other sort, and is always a sure cropper. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, % 1b. 15c, per lb. 45c.
Early Red, or Purple Topped Strap-Leaved. The most generally planted variety. Itis a quick grower; the flesh is very fine grained and sweet flavored. The red top of the bulb extends down to where it restsin the soil. Per pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, YY Ib. 15c, lb. 45c, postpaid.
Cow Horn, or Long White. This variety is
carrot-like in form, growing nearly half out of the ground. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, % Ib. 20¢, lb. 45c.
White Egg. Of very rapid growth; egg- shaped, with thin, white skin. Very solid, firm, fine-grained flesh of sweet, mild flavor. It grows toa good size, and is excellent either as an early or
Yellow Aberdeen. Of round form, yellow flesh, of fine texture, nutritious, and a good keeper. Per pkt. 5c, oz. toc, % 1b. 15¢, lb. 45c,
ostpaid. i p Fol dea Bull, or Ocanve Jollee icnen eer late variety. Per pkt. 5c, oz. toc, ¥ abe 20¢, lb. 50c. pulpy flesh; of quick growth, and keeps well. Extra Early Purple-Top Milan, Strap- Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, % 1b. 20¢, Ib. 5oc. Leaved. This splendid new turnip is the earliest
in cultivation. The bulb is very flat, of medium size, quite smooth, with a bright purple top; leaves few, short, and of light color, growing very com- pact, with an exceedingly small top. Per pkt. 5c, oz. Ioc, & 1b. 25c, lb. 7oc, postpaid.
Large Yellow, or Amber Globe. Grows to a large size; flesh yellow, firm, and fine grained, - Per pkt. 5c, oz. 1oc, 4 Ib, 200, lb, 50c. |
Sweet German. Flesh white, hard and firm, partaking much of the nature of a rutabaga. Should be sown earlier than the flat turnips. In autumn and early winter it is apt to be hard, but = SSS SSS mellows like an apple by keeping. Per pkt. 5c, White and Purple Top. oz. 10c, & Ib. 20c, Ib. Soc.
RUTABAGAS OR SWEDES.
These are a distinct class, and should be sown : at least one month before the others. ew
Sweet Russian, or White Rutabaga. An excellent kind, either for table or stock. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, &% |b. 15¢, 1b. 45c.
Isbell’s Improved Purple=-Top Yellow Ruta- baga. The best variety of Swedish turnip in cul- tivation; hardy and productive; flesh yellow and well flavored; shape slightly oblong; color deep purple above, and bright yellow under the ground. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, % 1b. 15¢, lb. 45c.
New Monarch or Tankard Rutabaga. Said to yield more to the acre than any other sort. Large tankard-shaped roots. Flesh rich yellow, very solid and’ fine-grained. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, \% Ib. 2o0c, lb. 45c.
Deduct 8c per 1b., 4c per % 1b., 2c per ¥ Ib., if ordered by express or freight.
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MISCELLANEUOS FARM SEEDS AND FORAGE PLANTS.
Cow Peas. The Great Soil Improver.
Makes poor land rich. Makes good land more productive. Also makes a Splendid and nutritious green forage or hay crop, enriching the sow even when the crop ts cut off.
Every year we receive letters
to know about them. their value and-how to use them. They are
need any description and have been used to such an extent in sections close to us that their
\ past the experimental stage. They a. aS are usually compared with clover. A\SA Their feeding value is about equal
of inquiry from parties wishing |
too well known in the south to |
adaptibility to these latitudes is |
42nd many will claim it is super- |
a ior, and their fertilizing value for land is about the same as Clover. They can be sown from planting time, in the spring. to September ist. It takes 1% bushels for an aere. There are alarge number of varieties, but we list only a few. and these are the most popu- lar for this section.
Extra Early Black Eye. This pea matures its crop two or three weeks ahead of the ordinary or Large or Buck-Eye Pea. The peas are of medium size, very productive, the best flavored of
any of the Cow Peas, and on account of their ex- treme earliness, are of great value to our market-
gardeners. Per pkt., 10c, postpaid; qt., 20c; pk., 75e; bu., $2.50. Whippoorwill. A favorite early bunch-grow-
ing variety, has brown-speckled seed, which are more easily gathered than from the vine-growing sorts, This variety is a prime favorite in the north and west on account of its early maturity and habit of growth. Price fluctuates. $2.50 per bu. Special price on large lots. In small quanti- ties: pkt., 10c, postpaid; qt., 46c; pk., 75c.
Michigan Favorite. This variety has been de- veloped from theh Warren’s Extra Early, but is a strong grower. It has been grown in Michigan for 8 or 9 years and is a great favorite around Greenville. Qt., 20c; % bu., 75c; bu., $2.50. :
Mixed. We always have a supply of mixed varieties. Usually a little lower in price because of this, and equally valuable for soiling. pk., 60c; bu., $2.00.
Velvet Bean. .The Great Nitrogen-Gatherer. A worthy rival of the Cow Pea. This new forage plant is creating a great sensation in some sec- tions. Claims are made that its nitrogen-gather- ing properties surpass those of the Cow Pea. It is the rankest grower of any of the legumes. Drilled % bushel per acre in rows 4 feet apart, they will cover the ground 1 to 2 feet deep, with a mass of foliage and vines 1 Oto 12 feet long, no matter how poor the soil. Pkt., 10c; qt., 30c, post- paid; by express or freight, qt., 15c; pk., 75c; bu.., $2.50; special prices on large lots.
Soja or Soy Bean.
Unquestionably the Richest and Most Nutritious Forage and Feed Crop Grown, Making the ‘‘Balanced Feed’’ for Hogs, Dairy Cows, and Fattening Stock. Also, Makes a Splendid Soil Improver, and is Unequalled as a Drought-Resisting Crop.
The Soy Bean is a legume, brought to America from Japan some ten years ago and is attaining much favorable prominence, especially in Kansas and Massachusetts, where it is largely grown. This plant is of upright growth, from 1% to 2 feet in height. It is a superior forage plant and produces from 10 to 25 bushels of beans per acre of greater richness than linseed meal and nearly as rich as cotton seed or gluten meal, taking the place of either. 1-3 to 1-2 bushel of seed is planted per acre, with a drill preferably, three to four inches apart in row and rows thirty inches
apart. Soja or Soy beans should be planted in May or June or as soon as the ground is well warmed. They withstand drouth to an extra-
ordinary degree and never fail to produce a crop.
Yellow Soja or Soy Bean.—This variety ripens in northern counties of Michigan and northern New York, where it has been grown 2 to 38 feet high, heavily podded with seed, and yielding 6 to 8 tons per acre. It is a variety, either for feeding gree or for silo, being a plant rich in nitrogen. It is unsurpassed as a soil improving crop. Pkt.., 10c; 25c, postpaid; by express or freight, qt... HOG se Ks. aD Can SOUS. es DO:
Medium Early.—This is larger and more vigor- ous growing than the Early Yellow Soy and is bet- ter adapted for the silo. The bean is a beauti- ful green and is very rich in protein. About two weeks later. Price same as the Yellow Soy.
Extra Early Black.—A very distinct jet black variety introduced by Mr. E: E. Evans, the Soja Bean expert of northern Michigan. He says of it, “IT consider it by all odds the best for the North yet introduced. I let two neighbors each have one-half bushel last spring on contract. One raised 26 bushels, the other 45. One was on sand. the other on gravelly soil.” Mr. Evans says fur- ther, “I have raised Sojas for six years, and it has been a mystery to me why so few seedmen appre- ciate the value of them.” Extra Barly Black is sure to ripen in the Northern states. Price, pkt., hes aGts20G pk $1.00> bu. (60 Ibs:). $3:50:
Chutfas or Earth Almonds.—aA species of nut” used to fatten hogs. Is eradicated with great ease and is never a pest. The nuts grow under the ground, very near the surface, easily reached by pigs or poultry, and destroyed by them if they have free acess. Plant in April, in rows three feet apart, and eight to ten inches apart in the row. If seed is dry, soak before planting. Sow one peck of seed per acre. Pkt., 7c; Ib., 15c;
pk., $1.00.
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FIELD PEAS. Se ae
Prices Subject to Market Fluctuations. Peas are Scarce and High This Season.
Peas are a paying crop in many ways. First: They can be grown in almost any climate, and on nearly any soil. Second: They are a profitable crop to grow, in that the peas when threshed are as staple as wheat, and can always be marketed. Third: They stand in the front rank as a fodder plant, being very rich in the elements that improve the muscle, bone and nerv- ous system. Fourth: As much of the crops as may be desired can be fed green, the balance may be used as dry feed, or the peas can be threshed and sold; last, but equally, perhaps, more important still, as a renovator of the soil, they rank next to clover, and can be readily grown where clover will not thrive. Their manurial value is a point that should not be lost sight of, particularly by those who have grown wheat year after year, and upon ground no longer pro- ducing large crops.
Field Peas should be sown early in April, two bushels per acre. If sown with oats, for fodder and hay, sow. 1% to 2 bushels each per acre. The peas should be sown first and plowed under, about four inches deep, the oats may then be drilled in. The crop will be ready for cutting when the oats are in the milk and pods formed on the peas. This makes fodder and hay that will double the flow of milk. Market price. Write for prices.
White Canada.—The most common variety. Our stock is choice. We could furnish them ie to 20 cents cheaper, but they would be a cheaper grade. Peck. 45c; bu. (60 fbs.), $1.65; bags ree.
Green Canada.—Like the white except in color. Peck. 45c; bu., $1.65.
Sere Beauty.—A very fine blue pea and probably the best variety for soup. Peck, 50c; bu., $1.80
Mixed. —These are a mixed lot of good quality and are good to sow for plowing under. “EK.,
4oc; bu., $1.45. DWARF ESSEX RAPE.
An idea] food for sheep; also of great value for cattle and swine pasturing.
Under favorable conditions Rape is ready for pasturing sheep or cattle within six weeks from time of sowing, and on an average, one acre will carry twelve to fifteen sheep six or eight weeks.
In the Northern states it should be sown from May to end of August for fall pasturing; but as it thrives best in cool weather, it should not be sown in the Southern states until September or October for winter pasture. Its fattening properties are probably twice as good as those of clover, and for sheep the feeding value of Rape excels all other plants we know of. Sheep can be pastured on it until snow cov- ers it up. There are several varieties of Rape, but the true Dwarf Essex, or English, as it is cometimes called, is the most widely cultivated. To say ‘
that Rape is revolutionizing the sheep industry is putting the case none too strong. With its additional merit of enriching the soil with a wealth of hf nitrogen possessed by few other plants, this is proving to be a bonanza for 2 the up-to-date farmer. So much has been written about this plant in the past few years that we feel it unnecessary to try and describe its good qualities. It belongs tothe /7 | re Brassica (Cabbage) family, sprouts quickly and grows steadily and strongly from the start. It cannot be cut and cured as hay for winter use. In Eng- ii land and Europe it is pastured all winter. ul 10 tbs., 55c; 100 tbs., $5.00, by freight or express. 1 fb., 25c, postpaid. ans 15c for bag. ; he ‘f
EARLY AMBER SUGAR CANE, OR SORGHUM. Tie :
A much neglected, highly valuable plant. Nothwithstanding its great adapta- f pee bility as a food for live stock, it is oaly quite recently that the real value of PAL
(Ay) Sorghum, or sugar cane has attracted general attention. It can be profitably iN srown everywhere, from the extreme north to the extreme south, and on any We ground adapted to the growth of corn. It grows right along through the sever- pes (| est and most prolonged drouths, so that a good yield may be expected from suita- aH 411) ble soils in any season, after the plants have secured a good start. ge AS PASTURE.—It is grown with excellent results, and springs up quickly #7 Al after being fed or cut. Care, however, should be exercised in feed it green, i for while some growers state that no ill results follow its freeuse, others claim Sate (i that, like clover, it will produce bloating. LZ rai
AS FODDER.—It beats everything. When fed as a whole ration, it hasa f/ Bi tendency to whiten the milk, but not the butter as does corn. by About thirty pounds of seed is required to the acre. Use a wheat drill set to one bushel. Stop every other hole. When the plants are about eight inches high, 22 =F harrow with a heavy two-horse harrow. =
For soiling it may be cut as needed. For fodder, cut-soon after the blooms=s ce ¢omes out on the heads, leaving for two or three days on the ground, then put up— eee im shocks of about one load each.
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THE SEED.—No other variety can, in our estimation, compare with Improved Early Minnesota Early Amber either for sugar or fodder purposes. It is unusually rich in sac- Amber Cane ¢harine matter, is vigorous and much earlier than any other variety. Price per ,
ound, 20c, postpaid; by express or freight, Ib., 10c; 10 Ibs. at 6c; 100 Ibs. 5c, or Sorghum.
included.
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Choice Selected Northern-Grown Seed Corn.
The Seed We Offer is Grown for this Purpose, Carefully Selected and Shelled.
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Early Adams or Burlington.—An ex- cellent, very early field variety, and often used for table, particularly in the south. Ears about eight inches long, twelve or fourteen rowed; kernels white, rounded, soomewhat deeper than broad, and indented at the onter end, which is white and less transparent than the inner. Qt., 20c; t4 bu., 50c; bu., $1.75. )
King of the Earliest.—(85 days.) The earli- est Dent variety, ripening in 85 days, and can be grown as far north as any other variety of Dent or Flint corn. Stalks small, with broad leaves. Ears short, twelve to sixteen rowed, well filled. Grain long, yellow, making an ex- tra quality of meal. Qt., 20c; % bu., 45c; bu., $1.25.
Minnesota King Corn (Yellow Half Dent). —We regard this corn as the most valuable early corn ever sent out, the universal! testimo- ny being that for ability to endure extremes of heat and cold, flood and drouth, it has no equal. In appearance the Minnesota King is remarkably distinct, being a half yellow dent;
| small, red cob; |
We have for years made a careful study of the best varieties of corn grown in the United States, and fully appreciating the great ance to the farmer of good field crops, especially seed corn, we hold that corn grown in our section of the United States is far preferable for planting in the eastern, middle and southern states, to the western Corn grown in our section will mature sooner, and make a far better yield than the western grown. in the west than their own to plant. tion to this department of our business, and have made selection and improvement of farm seeds a specialty, exercising great care to secure the best varieties, thoroughly cleaned, and of the finest possible varie-
import-
Our seed corn will do better We have given particular atten-
We make it an invariable rule to test our seeds carefully before sending out, and our customers may depend on getting seed corn that will grow perfectly under favorable circumstances. put in each sack with all orders of a bushel and over. will be sent by mail to any address on receipt of twenty cents to cover
A sample ear is Sample ears
At prices given, we charge 15c for cotton bags, and deliver free to any freight depot or express in Jackson.
It only costs about 25 cents to 30 cents an acre to tse our CAREFULLY SELECTED AND TESTED SEED CORN. Isit wise to risk doubtful corn from the crib?
DENT VARIETIES.
The crop of corn in Michigan has been very late, but we have secured
a fine lot of Seed Corn.
the kernels are very broad and of an extremely rich golden color. The ear is of good size, eight rowed, cob small. Large pkt., Ioc; ifb., 30c; 5 ftbs., 5o0c, postpaid; by express or | freight, qt., 20c; pk., 45c; bu., $1.40.
Pride of the North.—((90 days.) This vari- ety has smaller ears than late kinds, but is val- uable to grow, as it matures earlier. Planted as late as June 5, it has fully matured by Sep- tember Io. The ears have from fourteen to six- _ teen rows, grown tight to ten inches in length, | slightly tapering. The kernels are closely set | together on the cob, of a light orange color. | The stalks usually grow six ti eight feet im | height, producing one or two wood ears. Our | seed of this variety has been grown for us with special care, from the original stock. Ot; 20c; % bu., 40c; bu., $1.25.
Extra Early Huron Dent.—Acknowledged to _ be one of the earliest yellow dent corns in cul- | tivation; the grain is of a bright orange yel- low, deep and quite smooth; the ear is of fair | sibe. Valuable for the northern states. Lb., | 20c; pk., 45c; bu., $1.40.
Leaming.—The ears are orange yellow, large ' and handsome, with deep, large grain, and very productive; husks and PEE Soc pk. 35c:: bu.,
| shells very easily. $1.25.
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WHITE CAP YELLOW DENT.
A Grand, Yellowish White Corn suitable for all soils, grows large ears and matures early; srows ‘strong, rank and thick, and, it is claimed, will produce more corn on poor, thin soil than any kind in cultivation. Tip end of the grains are white, inside yellow, making it a beautiful color. Pkt., 10c. postpaid; by express or freight, pk., 40c; bu., $1.25.
Ohio Early Gold Mine Corn.—lIt is early, ripening only a few days later than the Pride df the North; ears are of good size and symmetrical; color, a bright golden yellow, as handsome as a twtnty dollar gold coin just from the mint; grain is. very deep, cob small, and therefore dries out very quick- ly as soon as ripe. Seventy pounds of ear corn make sixty to sixty-two pounds of shelled corn, and in hauling to market i tweighs out five bushels more to the wagon load than common varieties in the same sized wagon. Price, pk., 35c; bp., $1.25.
Pride of Michigan.—This corn is especially adapted to central Michigan and reasonably sure to ripen every year. This has been proven the past season where this corn yielded 165 bu. of good sound corn per acre.
Pride of Michigan grows 7 to 9 feet high, produces ears with 14 to 24 rows of bright yellow colored kernels on a medium sized cob. The ears are very large, of medium length and fill out well at tip end. Ripens in ninety to one hundred days. The past two seasons were very unfavorable for corn of most varieties, but Pride of Michigan made good crops of first class corn and the demand for it last year was large but it having stood the severe test of the past season with such surprising results we look for a heavy demand this season. Price, pk., 45c; bu., $1.50; 5 bp., $7.00. Sample ear by mail, 25c.
FLINT VARIETIES.
Early Red Blaze or Smut Nose.—The experi- ence of 1898 demonstrated that this is the hardi- est field corn in cultivation. It it not only early, but wil endure uninjured a degree of cold and wet that would be fatal to other sorts. Stalks medium height without suckers, dark green with rec or bronze markings. Leaves broad, green at base, but bronze at top, particularly while the plant is young. Fars long, eight- rowed, well filled, small at base. Grain flinty and of fine quality, bright yellow at base of ears, but red at the tips. By freight or express, pk., 40¢; bu., Sa ee
Longfellow Flint.—An eight-rowed Yellow Flint variety. Ears from 1% to 1% inches in di- ameter, will filled out to extreme end of cob. Cob small, grains large and broad. Pkt., 10c; Tb., 20c; postpaid: by express or freight, pk., 40c; Bu., $2.25:
Flint corn was introduced by The Rural New
Yorker. It has proved itself the largest bearing
Flint Corn in cultivation. A wonderful yielder,
bearing from three to four ears, 12 to 15 inches
long on one stalk. Pkt., 10c; Ib., 20c, by mail,
Johnson Oats. pees by express or freight, pk., 45c;2 bu.. .ouU.
THE JOHNSON OATS.
The Most Productive and Profitable of all Oats.
The claims which we make for this new variety are fully substantiated by the numerous testimo- iials which we received from our customers who have grown them in comparison with other varieties, which were highly recommended and never claimed to be the “heaviest yielders.” While we have never claimed as large yileds for ‘‘The Johnson Oats” as some others, we do claim that when grown Side by side with other varieties there are none that will produce larger average crops and there are very few that will equal them.
Why is it so good? Because its roots run deep into the soil thus supplying the plant with mois- ture ond faod even in a dry season. It stools out and a single plant produces a number of large heads. It is plump and heavy, often weighing 36 to 40 Ibs. to the bu. The straw is very stiff and of medium height, holding up its large, well filled heads on the_richest ground when other varieties lie flat. “The Johnson” are not side oats. The money you invest in the Johnson Oats for seed will yield a profit of 100 to 200 per cent. in the increased yield you will get over the common kind you have been planting. The extra cost of the seed of the Johnson over common oais is so light that no one can afford to plant the common varieties. A change of seed once in two or three yeasr is absolutely essential to growing good crops and when a change is made get the best variety possible. The John- son will fill the bill every time. Price, by mail, sample packet, 5c; 1 Ib., 15c; by freight, % bu., 30c; ae $1.00; 2% bu., $2.25; 5 bu., $4.00; 10 bu., $7.50; 25 bu. or over at 70c per bu.; bags extra at 15¢ each.
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SEED GRAIN.
Carefully Recleaned and Selected.
Why it is necessary to change Seed Grain.
To keep the farm up means not only that itis kept in a high state of fer-
‘tility, but the largest possible ylelds should be obtained from it, and this can only be accomplished by using the best seed
-obtainable.
While most of our wide-awake farmers are well aware of this fact, a great many hesitate to make a change in
‘their seed grain, because they have an idea that their land will not produce as much as in former years, while the decrease
-in their crops rests mainly with the seed stock sown. All our seeds are free from foul seeds, as
cand besides, we have first-class cleaning machinery, so that wealways send out the best recleaned seeds.
they are all raiséd on land which is entirely free from all obnoxious weeds,
All our Seed
Grain being extremely northern grown, is full of vigor and productiveness. It will be to your advantage if you conclude -to change your Seed Grain to send us your order, and we are certain that you will be satisied with the results, and order
from us again whenever in need of seeds.
BUCKWHEAT,
Silver Hull Bnckwheat. Grain silver gray in color. Sown at same time as common buckwheat, this variety continues in bloom longer and yields nearly double. Pkt. 5c.; 1b. 20c. postpaid. Peck 4oc.; bu. $1.25, bags included not prepaid.
Common Buckwheat. Selected seed. Pkt. 5c.; lb. 20c. postpaid. peck 30c.; bu. $1.00, not prepaid.
Japanese. This variety of buckwheat ripensa -week earlier than the Silver Hull, and yields more largely than that variety. The kernels are larger than those of other sorts, but owing to its branching qualities, it need not be sown quite so thickly. Per peck 4oc.; per bushel about $1.00.
SEED BARLEY.
New Beardless Bariey. All barley growers thave experienced the annoyance occasioned by the chafing and sticking of the beards. while threshing. This nuisance has been overcome in the new Beardless Barley, which is entirely free from beards. This barley is six-rowed, the straw grows toa good height, is stiff and strong, and does not readily lodge. The heads resemble smooth wheat, with the exception of a small duck bill on the point of each grain. This comes off readily in threshing, leaving the threshed grain looking like any other white barley. By express or freight, peck 30c,; bu. $1.00.
Manshury Barley. This is the best six-rowed barley we ever grew or ever saw. By, express or freight, peck 4oc.; bu. $1.25.
SEED OATS.
Sensation Oats. The heaviest oats ever intro- duced in the U. S. Very often weigh 50 lbs. to the measured bushel. They surpass ali other white oatsin heavy weight, thin hull, shortness and plumpness of grain. Their strong straw adapts them to rich bottom ground where ccm- mon oats will fall down and waste, and are enor- mously productive. Bu. 75c.; 10 bu. $6.50.
American Banner Oats. The grain is white, large, and plump, ripens early, has a stiff straw of good length. It tetters freely and throws up a large number of stems; and therefore can be sown thinner than the ordinary oats. Itis as near rust proof asany oatscan be. Every one who raises oats should try this variety. An oat that will yield 65 to 80 bushels to the acre with ordinary culture, is good enough to raise, and good enough for everybody to make a trial of. On good soil and with good weather it will go far ahead. Bushel 75c.; 10 bu. $6.50. €.
Silver [line Oats. We have had quite a few inquiries for this oat, which induced us to give it atrial. Itis an oat similar to the Lincoin, but not of such a plump berry as this, and matures about the same time. It is undoubtedly a good
variety of oats, and makes a goodyield. Ourseed stock of the Silver Mine Oats istrue and pure, and we offer it at low prices. Peck 4oc.; bu. 80c.; Io bu. for $7.00.
RYE.
Very little attention has been paid tofertilizing this A ASS wa crop until lately, but recent $ fi Aes By—j = experiments have shown Tlie gh al e\\N that it pays as well to feed fig o AgiWht “per ait the Rye crop liberally as al- AN IS FY aide an
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ALPE =£3\'s, mostany other. Itisagood ,'% 4, WN crop to grow for green ma- Os Hy Lae Nog AW ( nuring. We know of some AAe: FAS ENA farmerson clay lands who A VEIN ie = grow corn every year and 9 Ais vi eae a keep up the fertility of the ab ated AMARA SA soil by using fertilizers and rat! AaAVeAAR ENS Tye as a catch crop, which \
turned under in the spring keeps plenty of humus in the soil and the land improy- ing all the time. Hy, SPRING RYE dis- 4
tinct and valuable. Distinct from the win- terrye, grain of finer quality and more pro- ductive; can be succes- fully grown in any lati- tude, and is now being largely sown in the Middle States in place of ozts, being a much more profitable crop, on account of the produc- tion of nearly four times the straw, and also as a ‘‘catch’’ crop where win- ter grain has failed. The straw is equally as valua- ble as that of the fall or winter rye; standing stiff, 7 to 8 feet high, produces 30 to 4o bushels of grain per acre; as it does not stool like winter rye, not less than 2 bushels to the acre should be sown. Pkt, IGe.; 1b. 25¢.;.5 lb. $1.00, postpaid; pk., 4oc.; bu. $1.25.
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High Grade, Extra Cleaned Clover and Grass Seeds.
Below we give the names and short descriptions of the very best varieties for general use.
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CLOVER.
Medium Red. (Trifolium pratense). Some- times called “June”. Excellent for pasture or hay; valuable as a green manure, and should be in all grass mixtures. Eight to ten pounds per acre when sown a:one. Per bushel, market price.
Mamoth Red.. (Trifolium pratense). times called “Pea Vine” clover. Used largely for plowing under for manure. By judicious use ex- hausted lands can be reclaimed, as it will grow where common clover will fail. Eight pounds to the acre. Per bushel, market price.
Scarlet or Crimson. (Trifolium incarnatum). Most valuable crop for green manuring, soiling. hay, pasture, and ensilage. It is an annual, and must be grown every year. Improves worn out oer poor soils, and is the cheapest and best /erti- lizer. Being a winter crop, it should be sown in August and September. Sow 10 to 15 lbs. per acre . Bushell (60 lbs.) $5.50; lbs. $1.50.
Alsike or Sweedish. Thrives in rich, moist soil high, dry lands. price.
Alfalfa or Lucern. (Medicago Sativa.) Where this succeeds it is the most valuable of all the clovers; requires a very fine, mellow, deep soil. Market price.
Some-
(Trifolium hybridum). Does not succeed on Six pounds per acre. Market
MILLETS.
....Probably no-other fodder plants are so popu- lar and well Known as millet and Hungarian. When drouth is cuting the hay crop short, either one can be sown to make up the shoraoge. When the season is very dry, there is such a demand for millet and Hungarian that it sometimes cannot be had at almost any price. It will therefore be to your advantage to send your order early.
Common Millet. This does best on dry, light, rich soils, and grows 2% to 4 ft. high, with a fine bulk of stalks and leaves, and is excellent for forage. About 3 pecks of seed is sown per acre. Market price.
German, or Golden Milet. This grows very rank, and is one of the best varieties for hay or fodder. On good, rich soil, it will make a growth from 4 to 5 feet high, and although the hay may seem coarse, yet it is so tender, if cut at the right stage, which is when in full bloom, that even hogs will eat the cured hay quite gredily. A yield of five tons of hay per avre is nothing un- usual. Market price.
Japanese Barnyard Millet. A variety which was first grown in this country by Prof. Brooks, of the Massachusetts Agricultural College, who brought it from Japan. It has phoved to be very valuable, and it is highly recommended for the following reasons. in height, and yield 15 to 25 tons per acre. It may be siloed, fed green or cured into hay and its feed- ing quality is superior to fodder corn. It can be sown any time from the middle of May to the end of July, either broadcast at the rate of 12% Ibs. per acre, or in drills, using 8 Ibs. of seed per acre. The sed so far has been scarce and high priced, but we can offer it at a less price than usual. Large pkt., 5c; fb., 20c; 4 Ibs., 75c, postpaid by mail. By express or freight, not prepaid, tb., 15c; 15 Ths., $1.00; 50 Ibs., $2.50.
It wili grow from 6 to 8 feet '
We would call especial attention to this greatly superior grade of seeds. By special machinery it is made absolutely free from chaff, and almost, if not entirely every weed seed is taken out. The very slightly
. increased cost over the ordinary grass and clover seed is trifling, while every pound is actually worth twice or three times as much as the grades usually sold. ;
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GRASSES.
Kentucky Blue Grass. (poa protensis.) In conjunction with white clover it forms the finest and closest turf. As a pasture grass it furnish- es the most nourishing food of any kind, for cat- tle until winter; thrives on a variety of soils, but does best in dry and somewhat shady localities. Four bushels for lawn and 1% bushels per acre for pasture. Price, 15c per Ib.
Red Top, fancy. (Agrostis vulgaris.) Valua- ble as a mixture in either lawns, pastures or meadows, growing in almost any soil, moist or dry. Wor lawns, 3 bus., for pasture 1% to 2 bus. per acre. Fancy cleaned, 15c per Ib.
Sweet Vernal Grass. True Perennial. (An- thoxanthum odoratum.) The chief merit of this grass lies in its fragrant og@or. As a mixture for lawns and pasture landsit & invaluable. Lb., 30c.
Timothy. (Phleum pratense.) <A fleld and not not a pasture grass, sa it will not endure close and frequent cropping; but for a hay crop on strong soils it wil produce more than any other sort. % to % bu. per acre. per bu., 45 Ibs., meiket price.
Orchard Grass. (Dactylis Gleorata.) One of the very best pasture grasses, as it is exceedingly palatable to stock, and will endure a great deal of
cropping. 1% to 2 bus. per acre. Bu., 14 Itbs., per Ib., 20c. Hungarian Brome. (Bromus inermis.) A
perennial grass which is rapidly coming into use for pastures and hay, but especially the former, and dry lands and in regions subpect to severe drouths. It does well in all parts of the country, north, south and in the drouthy west. It grows most rapidly in sandy soils, but will establish it- self on the heaviest lands. 30 to 50 Ibs. of seed per acre. 14 Ibs., per Ib., 20c.
Hungarian Millet. (Panicum Germanicum.) A species of’ annual millet, yielding two or three tons of hay per acre, sow 1% bu. per acre, in May or June. Price varies with market. Market price.
East Indian( or Cattail Millet. This makes a most nutritious and valuable continuous cutting forage plant. It wil grow 6 to 8 feet high, but cutting can begin when it has attained a growth of three or four feet, when it will stool out enor- mously and makes a rapid growth. It can be cut this way two or three times in a season. Can either be ged green, or cured as dry forage, mak- ing a most nutritious food, which is relished by all winds of stock. It is largely used by dairl- men and others who have cattle, for furnishing green food all through the summer, and bridging over severe drouths. When growing it resembles corn somewhat; stalks are much finer than corn. Sow 6 Ibs. seed per acre in drills 3 feet apart. Lb., 25c, postpaid: freight, 10c Ib.
New Siberian Millet. Grows 3 to 4 feet high, is extremely hardy, and about two weeks earlier than German millet. Its stooling properties are remarkable, as high as thirty stalks have been grown from one seed. As hay and fodder it iz very nutritious, and much relished by all kinds of stock. The straw of this remarkable millet is green, even when the seed is ripe, and is aten readily by all kinds of stock. Sow one peck per acre. Our seed is raised in Michigan. Market price.
The grasses are of more importance than the grains. Grass is king; not corn. The grasses and clovers outrank the cereals in value. Good jermanent pastures are worthy of the best thought of.the best agriculturists.
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A Page of Popular Collections.
To all who wish selected collections of choice flowers and vegetables, we can recommend the fol-
lowing assortment.
All of the seeds contained in them are our regular sized packets, and are first
class inevery respect. They give to our customers a good assortment—best adapted to produce a con-
tinued succession of the most useful kinds throughout the year.
Large numbers of our collections
are sold annually, and to the same people, which shows that they are perfectly satisfactory.
No. 1. 10 Varieties Choice Annuals, 1 pkt., each 25c. xr Alyssum, Sweet-___.---------- $0 05 2¢Ralsam,/Mrxed = oss S Be PO 3 Convolvulus, Dwarf, (Morning GilOKy)) ee ee aes ee O05 4 Mignonette, Mixed______---___ 05 5 Sweet Peas, Eckford’s Mixed__ 05 6 Petunia, Fancy Mixed_______- 05 7 Pansy, Choice Mixed_________. 05 S Boppys, ocisae o'F) as Seas 05 9 Portulaca, SEPSIS SENSO AOS So! INAStuntivmiy per Soe o ae 05 Making a total of______ $0 50
Nine tenths of the failures in the flower and vegetable garden occur from improper sowing andtreatment. We want everybody buying our seeds to have success with them, and we
FLOWER SEEDS.
No, 2. 19 Varieties Choice Annuals, 1 pkt., each 50cts. 1 Ageratum, Tom Thumb-__---_- $6 05
2 Aster Choice, Mixed__-+__---- 05
3 Candytuft, Finest Mixed___-__ 05
4 Calendulas) Meteor 42. == 05
5 Celosia, Dwarf Mixed__------. 05
6; Gaston Beane eee OS
7 -DoubleMaicy sk: ea e165
SLROuUpEO*GlOGkK<_ 2222 Se eis 05
guLischscholtzia. 22's 222 ot
to Gourds, Ornamental__....---_ 05 Lt Hop; Variesated—--_ os Ra NaS tineiyia balls 2 a es 05 icebansy, best) Mixed=ss.s ea 10 TePetinias ee ee Se eee 05 I5 Phlox Drummondii-______----. 05 TOebitk- Dianthus sso. saa 05 T7POAWIAL SCATICE saat ENE SECS TOs, 18 Verbena, Hybrida____________. 05 19 Zinnia, Double Dwarf-_---____ 05 Making a total of_____- $I 00
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urge them to read and follow the appended rules:
Prepare your soil carefully; have it smooth, fine, mellow and
well enriched. Choose a southern location. even by means of a board. Do not sow on wet, cold soil.
Make your seed bed Bring
the soil in contact with the seed by firming. Cultivate oftea.
No. 4. Our 25=-Cent Collec= tion of 8 Varieties, 1 pkt. each. r Cabbage, Winningséadt.______ $0 05 2 Wettucexeerize Wedd =a": S32 = 05 3 Cucumber, long Green_______- 05 4 Melon, Wonderful Sugar... 05 5 Onion, Yellow Danvers____-_- 05 6 Radish, Early Bird_-_.-.__---- 05 7 Lomato; impetial. o2-2-5 52. 05 $ Lurnipewhite Hee=-- 2-2. 05
Making a total of_---=-$ 40
it costs no more to procure fresh vegetable and fiower seeds, true to name, direct from the grower, than it does ques. tionable seeds of doubtful vital- ity. Wedeliver our seeds free by mail, except where noted.
VEGETABLE SEEDS. No. 5. Our 50=Cent Collec= tion of 20 Varieteis, 1 pkt. each
I Bean, Golden Wax-___-__---.--$0 05 2 -BeCiseh ChipS@s. 45 6s ee OS 3 Cabbage, Karly Wakefield_--. 05
4 Cabbage, Late Surehead-_-_-_--- 05 Rr Cartote. Chantenay—--=22 22) 05 6 Cauliflower, Early Favorite. 05 7 Celery, White Plume______--__ 05 Si Conmim Matdy-Crosby_= =-_5--- "8205 g Cucumber, White Spine_-_-_-_-- 05 TO Wetittce ws hansonk 25 05 Im Muskmelon, Hackersack____ 05 12 Watermelon, Peerless________ 05 13 Onion, Yellow Danvers__---- 05 14 Parsnip, Hollow Crown_____- 05 15 Pea. McLean’s Little Gem__-__ 05 165Pepper, bullnose: =e es 05 17 Radish, Karly Long Scarlet-__ 05 18 Oegetable Oyster (Salsify)---_ 05 19) Lomato, seauty=22-- = ee 05
20 Turnip, Purple Top Strap Leaf 05
Making a total of _____- $1.09
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No. 3. 29 Varieties Choice Annuals, 1 pkt., each $1.09.
1 Amaranthus (a foliage plant) $0 05
2 Alyssiuint: Sweet: = 2 fees sits a5 3 Ageratum, 3colors mixed-__-_-_- 05 4 Aster, Perfection, Mixed-_..._- Io SuCyPLeSS s Vatleos settee ae 05 6) Cosntos. Rais ase eee 05 7 Crysanthemum, Annual______ 05 8 Candytuft, Empress___________ 05 g Convolvulus, Dwarf -__.._.__- 05 TO Datiray Dowples== 2 ewes 05 Ir Delphinium (Larkspur)_____- 05 12 Gaillardia, Annual__________ 05 13 Helichrysum (an everlasting) 05 14 Hyacinth Bean (climber)__ 05 15 Marigold, Mixed Double______ C5 16 Mignonette (choice strain)... 05 17 Morning Glory Tall.__________ 05 13; Moontlower 225 =. o Sa Ere ks TO 19 Nasturtium, Tall New__----_- 10 20 Nasturtium, Dwarf___-_-_____ 05 2r Pansy. Hancy Mixed i= Js) yo 22 Petunia, Single Large Flower- PSE ae ea LG? OEE 05 23 Poppy, Mixed Colors____.-..-- 05 24 Portulaca, Moss Rose__._______ 05 25 Phiox Drummondii, Large NOWENING Se eee SSP SESS SF 05 26 Stocks, German Io-Weeks. ____ 05 27); SeabioSa-= 2 Sse fy bb suai te 05 28 Veibena. i 10S 29 Zinnia, fa OS Making a total of__.... $1 65 No. 6. Our $1.00 Collection
For Family Garden. 1% pt. Bean, Golden Wax-_-_--§ t10
2 %o0z. Beet, Improved Blood
gf DAY esd by 0) see se pe 05 3% oz. Cabbage, Early Winning-
Sta bates et es Ee 2 05 4 ¥{ oz. Cabbage, Hollander.___-_ 05 5:1 oz. Carrot, banvers-==-- .. 10 6 Ioz. pkt. Cauliflower, Extra
Hatly, = barhiirtees ae eee TO 71 pkt. Celery, White Plume____ 05
8 &% pt. Corn, Early Minnesota 05 9 4% pt. Corn, Country Gentle-
0 (ais age te ae eae ee OS Io 1 pkt. Lettuce, Imp. Hanson__ 05
11% oz. Cucumber, Improved MeHIte’S pine: <2) 2 Sen 05
12 % oz. Muskmelon, Osage______ 05
13 % oz. Watermelon, Peerless__ 05
14 oz. Onion, Extra Karly Red__ Io 15 I pkt. Parsnip, Hollow Crown 05
16.44 pt. peas, Alaska.__.......-- 07 17% pt. Peas, McLean’s Ad- Wa Cet pe ree eee eet 13
3 18 1 pkt. PepperSwt. Mountain__ 05
19 I Oz. Radish. Extra Early SCHnleEburiipeas ss 05 20 1 0z. Radish, New Chartier__-__ 05
21 1 oz. Radish, Scarlet China WVATILGG see eee seer OS
22 Toz. Vegetable Oyster, Sand- WAGGA ti Gees es See CTO 23 10z. Squash, Hubbard__-_---- 05 24 1 pkt. Tomato, Early Ruby-- 05 2 Viapicthomato, Stone. 29s. 22 05
26 4% oz. Turnip, -Isbell’s Early ber o ot ee ee OF Ek set CS OS
27 % oz. Rutabaga, Large Yellow Git ey ee Be OS Making a total of_--.. 65
50 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
GENERAL LIST OF FLOWER SEEDS.
An entirely new lot of Flower Seeds, imported direct from the best seed growers in Germany. They are the best Flower Seedsin America.
OUR FLOWER SEED LIST has been carefully revised, some new kinds added, and all inferior kinds cast out, so that there is nothing in the list but what is worthy of cultivation, and, if reasonably cared for, will give satisfaction. Our aim is to offer nothing but the best and SUREST TO PLEASE, a condensed list of leading kinds, and not the most bewildering and extensive, wishing to please the masses rather than to cumber our annual with every unimportant item which only a few people care for. Any flower seed not offered in the following pages will be secured on short-notice at the price quoted in other catalogues. g&8-No garden, whether large or small, is complete without a flower bed of Isbell’s select flower seeds. INCLUDE A FEW PACKETS WITH YOUR VEGETABLE SEED ORDER.
saThe figures at the right, opposite each variety, denote the price in cents per packets. Discount on Flower Seed in Packets.
For Z5 Cents select 6 Five=Cent or 3 Ten=Cent packets. Figures 1, 2, 3 are indicative of the season at which the For 50 Cents select 14 Five=Cent or 7 Ten-Cent packets. plants nsually bloom, viz: 1, early in the summer: 2, For $1.00 select Packets to the amount of $1.30. about mid-summer; 3, late in the summer and fall. For $2.00 select Packets to the amount of $2.75. Where the blooming season extends, two figures are For $5.00 select Packets to the amount of $7.50. used, viz: 1=3 means from early in the summer till fall.
ALL FLOWER SEEDS SENT FREE BY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF PRICE. A Few Suggestions About Sowing, Etc.
We give here a few general rules which will be helpful to beginners.
The Soil best suited to flowers‘is a light, rich loam, which should be as fine and smooth as possible. Should the soil be heavy, mix wi;h sand to lighten it.
Sow the Seed either broadcast or in rows, and cover in proportion to the size of the seed. A good general rule is to cover two or three times the size of the seed—and press the soil firmly. Small seeds cannot come up if covered too deep. Water with a fine spray, and do not allow the soil to dry out. Somesorts should be started in the house early, in seed boxes, earthenware pans or flower pots. When three or four leaves have formed, transplant to similar boxes one inch apart or into the open ground if warm enough. Be careful not to keep young plants continually saturated, as they will be liable to damp off.
Pkt. ABRONTIA. Umbellata. A Verbena-like plant, bearing rose-colored, fragrant flowers. Splendidly adapted for rock work. Height 6inches. H.A.2.. 5 ACROCLINIUM. Everlastings,with rose, and white daisy-like flowers. Fine for winter bouquets. H. A. 2. Heighti1foot. Single and dovble mixed. AGERATUM. Profuse blooming plants, bearing clusters of feathery blooms the whole summer, Ex- cellent for cut flowers and fine for large bedsin summer and as pot plants for winter. Height. 2 feck HE vA S23.
Mexicanum,. ‘Light bine? Per ozi40c-2) 25253 eS 5 Conspicuum. Everblooming white, fine for cutting-- 5
Snapdragons grow quick and bloom all sum- mer andarevery pretty plants.
Pkt. clusters of brilliant colored flowers, which are very effective for autumn decoration. Transplant two feet. apa tts “ga 4a, A 2-3
Bicolor Ruber. Foliage green and dark red, tipped with yellow.’ 34 to's feet: 2. -_ 22. = eee
Caudatus. (Love Lies Bleeding.) Long, droop- iny Sprays.of red flowets=..=__0 ee eee
Salicifolius. (Fountain Plant.) Graceful, droop- ing leaves of bright orange ted color. Splendid
Saxtitite Compactum Alyssum. |
Pkt. | Show 2k 62 Oe eee i ig ee ee ee 5 ‘ ‘ (Snap Dragon.) Well Tricolor. (Joseph’s Coat.) Height 3 feet..--.-__-__ 5 Antirrhinum. known, showy and useful Al = sae flowering, pretty little plants oorder plants, producing flewers of a great variety syssum. for beds, edgings, or winter bloom- of brilliant and handsome colors. Very effective in ing. The white varieties are hardy annuals, and beds, succeeding in any good garden soil. Height 2 bloom all summer. to three feet. H.P.—2. Blooms the first season. Saxatile Compactum. A hardy perennial variety of Mayipiy (ail seized 2 i Se ee ee Se 5 dwarf habit, bearing a profusion of golden yellow Picturatum,. Blotched and spotted____-__-_-_-______-- 5 flowers in April or May. Will last for years and Firefly. Bright scarlet ees eens Aegis hae tapes Sn 5 resist the most extreme UG cee Very showy for A class of highly ornamental ermanent borders. Height 9 inches. 5 Amaranthus. plants, many of which are Little Gem. New, very dart. eich plant covering a grown exclusively for their handsome foliage., circle of about’5 inches.¢.- (o> Son eae eee 5.
while others are equally desirable for their beautiful Sweet Alyssum: “White=-)-2 SS SS 5
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7 ASTERS.
The Aster family is divided into numerous classes of varieties, all of which are handsome and worthy of cultivation. Seeds may be sowninthe open ground, or started early in the spring, in the house or under glass. The large growing varieties of Asters, such as the Peony-flowered, the Victoria, New Rose, and Washington, needto be set as much as a foot apart in good soil and will quite fillthe space. The soil about the plant should be stirred frequently during the summer, and a vigorous growth encouraged. The dwarf varieties make beautiful border plants. Annual.
It is an undeniable fact thatfor purity, Aster seed grown in Germany is far superior to any grown elsewhere. _ The climate is better suited to the full development of the flowers, and the German growers have the experience of a century behind them. There is a great deal of cheap Aster seed offered to us every year, but we prefer to buy seed of careful and experienced growers though high priced.
BEt. - | Pkt. NEW DWARF CHRYSANTHEMUM-FLOWERED. Sur- | Dwarf Comet or Poodle. A handsome and very distinct passes all the dwarf varieties in size of flowers; appear | Aster, resembling the Japanese Chrysanthemum in in clusters of 20 to 30 ona plant. Mixed-_____---____--- Io | shapeof flowers; the petals are very long and beauti- | fully curled; are of a lovely delicate pink, bordered Queen of the Market Aster, or Earliest of All. The | With white, bright pink, light blue, and other colors. flowers are of good size, double, and are borne onlong | Height 12to 16 inches. White, pink, lavender, pees stems. White, pink, light blue, mixed, per % oz. 25¢., blue, light blue and crimson ; any of these colors Comet sach 2. een PSA EOE > ts AISECES 2 pts Io
Crown, or Cocardeau Aster. Central petals of purest white, making a striking contrast to the large, bril- | liantly colored outer petals; very effective. 2 feet. Many Coliinsexedires Sor 2s ee 5
NEW UPRIGHT BRANCHING. The flowers are large, very double, and of the true ‘“‘Semple’’type. The plants grow about z0inches high, and produce from 20 to 25 flowers, which are borne on stems from 20 to 24 inches long. Its upright habit admits of close planting and it will attain full growth when set only 15 or 16inches
apart. The growing of many plants in a smallspaceis COMET,
a decided advantage when room is scarce. Wecan fur- or POODLE nish this in white and pink. Price, upright white or ASTER. pink branching Aster, per pkt., toc; 3 pkts. for 25c.
The two colors mixed in one pkt.___-_________._.--____15
Semple’s Branching. A beautiful class of Asters, useful forecut flowers. The flowers are very large and double, borne on long, stiff stems, and the colors are clear and handsome. A favorite with florists. White, lavender
direb anions sepemte fons aT One Packet each of | EXCELSIOR MIXTURE of DWARF.ASTERS.
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Many of our customers may find it difficult to choose among the above strains of Dwarf Asters, and where not desired for an even bed or border, we would recommend the planting of our Excelsior Mixture. It is comprised of
the most distinct and- desirable colors of the different
Lady in White. Everblooming. No plant brings less classes of Dwarf Asters, and many others, not listed above, than forty buds on asingle bush. The flowers are snow : : : = white, and are produced in succession, prolonging especially selected for this mixture, and we guarantee itto
blooming season until autumn. Three pkts. 25c; each__10 give satisfaction. Y%oz.50c. Pkt. (250 seeds ) I5c.
German Quilled. Well-known sort. Fine mixed. 1% ft.-
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Dwarf Pyramidal Bouquet. About one foot high. A single plant produces from twenty to forty head of Geta So 25 ei ne See ea ee eee ee
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Improved Victoria A Tey Improved Victoria. Undoubtedly the
most handsome Aster in cultivation, and we have an excellent strain of it. Flowers very large and perfectly double, of globular shape and beautifully imbri-
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TALL ASTERS.
cated; plants are of fine pyramidalform. 13% feet high. Pure ‘V nite. Lavender. Pkt. Light Blue. Pink. Each of the above,“3 pkts. forz5e.2 2 =.= = 10 Many-colorspfittest mixed: = 22205 te oe eee eee Io ' Next to the Vic- Giant Comet Aster. So 9.405, consider this class the handsomest of the tall grow- ing sorts. The plants grow about eighteen inches high, and on long, stiff stalks, bear in great abun- dance their beautiful flowers. These flowers with their long, twisted petals strikingly resemble Japanese Chrysanthemums, and are of very large Size Snow White? Ofsumvense ‘size ewe ee 10 The Bride, white. chaneis@to. pink= 22) 2: = 0 Pink, very distinct__------__ - ook eS eee 50) Blue, a choice warietye= 3 ee > TO IO
Mixed, includes all the above, any 3 for 25¢c____---_ .__-
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Perfection Paeony Flowered Aster. Perfection Paeony Flowered Asters
(Truffants.) One of the handsomest sorts. The plants grow from 18 toe 24 inches high; the flowers are borne on long, wiry stems, are very large, from 3 to 4 inches in diameter, very double, and in shape like a Paeony. Thecolors are both bright and deli- cate, and altogether this Aster is nearly perfection.
Pure White Dark Blue Brilliant Rose Light Blue Gravelotte (deep blood red) Brilliant Scarlet, a most
striking and beautiful color.
Each of the above, any gol 25¢. == se ee Mixed colots;'44:0Z:%25eoe 2s ee 6 oo eee ee
GIANT WASHINGTON OR JUBILEE ASTER. The flowers of this type resemble the Victoria Asters; they are, however, much larger. We can recom- mend it to all who like a tall growing Aster with very large flowers. Thecolors are very gooé; a good cut flower sort. Many colors mixed-__--_-----____--_.
Washington Aster, Yellow. The best of the tall Asters approaching, y.ellowase=- =. a eee
NEW BRANCHING ASTERS. Beautiful Asters for cut flowers. The flowers are very large, very double, borne on long, stiff stems, and the colors are ciear and handsome. White, pink, lavender, purple, red. One pkt. each of the five for 30c. Pkt. (100 seeds.)
New Branching Asters, Mixed. 3 pkts. for 25¢c, &% oz. soc: pEt.,G@s0r seeds) === i
Isbell’s Excelsior Mixture of Tall Asters. This is a mixture of the most beautiful, striking, and distinct colors of all the above tall growing asters selected from the cream of the Truffants, Victoria, Giant Comet and Late Branching and other desirable sorts and includes many kinds specially purchased for this mixture; alsothe kinds listed in the novelttes.
This is the finest mixture of tall asters ever offered,.
and the most critical lover of this flower will be
astonished at the wide range of colors and varieties. Pkt. (250 seeds):
given in this truly Excelsior strain. 15¢c, extra large pkt. 25c.
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Pkt.. (Touch me not, or Lady Slipper.) An old favorite, pro- Balsam. ducing large masses CE beaut vi Siltase colored flaiers inthe greatest profusion. Our strain of theseis very fine. Camellia flowered, producing the finest double blooms, and are quitea revelation in comparison to the old varieties. Rich soil is required for the finest
blooms. H. H. A.—2-3.
White Perfection. The finest white; double as Camellia. Per oz. $1.00,-___ Io Scarlet Very doublons esse aia eS PR ae een ee oe ta es SOTTO Solferino. Striped and spotted with lilac and crimson________-----_________ Io Rink; ?Rose; flowered. doublet ti 8 So) es 2 ee ee re EG Double Mixed. Hine Strain: © Per Oz750C. 2 222-8 en es Coliectionioné Pkt. of each color. -- --=-—-=22 2 : === 5-2 25 ee oe 30 BACHELOR’SBUTTON. (Cextaurea Cyanus.) A wellknownand popular
flower. Sow seed in ground earlyin spring. Will furnisha profusion of white, blue and pink flowers from July untillateinautumn. 2feet high. 5 CALCEOLARIA hybrida. The very finest spotted and mottled varieties.
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CANNA (Indian Shot.)
New Giant=Flowering Crozy. Blooms from seed the firstsummer, The Ne nowersare jargesaid brill artes ee a 10 Crozy’sHybrid. Dwarf; nothing can exceed the beauty and variety of color OktHese bedding plantse ss 22 SU are Te ale ais Ae ee STG DRM Sie ee ee ee Canna Roots. See page 62. (Pot Marigold.) Showy free-flowering annuals of Calendula. the Marigold family. They succeed well in any good
garden soil, producing a fine effect in beds or mixed borders, and con- tinuing in bloom until killed by frost. Height 1 foot. Meteor. Pale straw yellow, striped with orange; very double. Peroz.25¢c §
Prince of Orange. This new variety surpasses in beauty the well known
Meteor. ance.
Balsam.
CANDYTUFT.
Pkt
Popular favorites, flowering profusely the whole summer. Very valuable for edgings and borders, the plants be- ing fairly. covered with masses of white and varicus colors. All except one sort listed are H. A., growing one foot high,
Empress. A fine variety bearing large trusses, pure white. in pyramidal-shaped spikes. Extra fine for cutting, or makes a fine bedding plant. Oz. 50c_-------- 5
Crimson, “Bright colors=©7,-30- 2 ee ee 5
White Rocket. White, large trusses. Oz. 20c_--------_- 5
White Perenial. A profuse white blooming, hardy variety. Blooms early in the spring_---_---------__---- Io
Mixed Colors. A splendid mixture. Oz. 20c..---__.____._ 5
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Pkt. CANARY BIRD CREEPER. ‘This handsome annuai climber belongs to the nasturtium family, and is one of the most beautiful of its class, The vines grow toa height of 20 feet, and are thickly covered with flowers ot clear solden‘yellow. 34 02. 8522-22 ses 5
CATCHFLY (Silene.) A good free-flowering plant, covered with a glutinuous moisture, from which flies cannot disengage themselves. The flowers are white, red and rose, very pretty, and produced with much freed onissey Vix ee ee Ua EN 5
The stripes are of deeper orange and make a brilliant appear-
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(Campanula. ) Popular
Canterberry Bells. and beautiful hardy plants
bearing a great profusion of attractive bell-shaped
flowers. Colors, rose, blue, white, etc. H. B.—1-2. Height 2% feet. SinglesVitKed S95 ae sees ee ee Oe ae ee We SOP SS Dotble Mui xe dete s ee i ee | 2B Sa ee a
Calycanthems. (Cupand saucer.) The best variety of Canterberry Bells. The flowers are large and borne in the greatest profusion. Mixed colors, rose, white and
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CARNATIONS.
Carnations are general favorites for their deli- cious clove fragrance and diversi- 4 ty of color. They are excellent blocmers in the garden, and almost indispensable for winter flowering. H. HM. P. 1-2. Height 1 to 2 feet.
_[Nore.—To extend the life of carnation plants, el the blooms picked
off.
Chabaud’s Perpetual. A new strain in- troduced by a famous French specialist. It blooms in seven months, and con- tinues in greatest profusion indefinitely. In view of its earliness, robust growth, hardiness and diversity of color, it is likely to supersede most of the older sorts. Pkt. 2o0c.
Finest German Mixed, A splendid strain for bedding or pots. Pkt. 15c¢.
Pkt. This variety blooms four months after sow- Plants are Blooms double and tanging through the various shades of red, pink, white, ECHR NOZ 5.5 OG metee ne Gre Wea Rs ne hue te eee TG
Marguerite. ing the seed. Good for bedding or pots. dwarf, flowering very profusely.
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Calliopsis.
Beautiful showy summer bedding annuals, with large, bright flowers of golden yellow _ varied with rich brown. Excellent for cutting and decoration. Height, 2 ft. H. 2-2
Lanceolata. Beau- tiful golden yel- low perenial; unexcelled for borders; excel- lent for cutting. (See cut.)_-------
Golden Wave. [Large, rich, golden yellow flowers, with brown centers. Very free flowering-_--------------
Mixed Colors. Very rich and showy. Oz. 20C---------
Cineraria.
flowering plants for greenhouse or consefrv atory.. Bears large clus ters of flowers in shades of white, violet, blue, and crimson, the plants being virtually covered with bloom. ‘These are among the noe admired pats
ODSt. beautiful plants for pots Calliopsis Lanceolata. Poe neat Cane ibleamine T.P:. Height 1% feet. Sow seed in summer boxes, and transplant to pots for next spring blooming-_----
Centaurea. (Pusty.Miller.)
White leaved
Valet Wess 2 HM Pees raiohhy prized for their beautiful white foliage. Excellent for vases or edgings of beds, etc.
Gymnocarpa. Silver foliage, delicately cut. Height feet: 9) Perr oz 1O0c eis pees ein a ae Candidissima. Very white dwarf. Height 1 ft. Per T JOOO!SCCAS, 37715 Cae wi Ta ye Me a Te ig OR RE CENTAUREA CYANUS (Corn Flower. Rag-
ged Robin.) H. A.—1-2.
A beautiful large white flowering variety, having a delightful odor. Splendid for cutting. Water at the roots only, not on leaves. PET OZ, $5 OC ces ae ek NEE ta NE are eas Tt
Margarita.
Mixed Colors. A_ beautiful strain of this popular annual, comprising lovely shades of blue, rose, purple and white flowers. Excellent for cutting. CT IOZs 25 Co ee IU LS UE at pie ep MEN 2D ae i ap
Very showy
Celosia or Cockscomb. %\o32 ory
ing large, ornamental. comb-like heads of various colors. Excellent for beds or as pot plants. H. A.—1-3.
Bears beautiful feather-like
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Crimson Feathered. blooms.
Glasgow Prize.
Dark foliage, immense showy dark crimson combs.
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CUPHEA (Lady’s Cigar Plant.) A free flowering plant, bearing tubular flowers of a bright red color.__-
CONVOLVULUS. See Morning-Glory.
CYPRESS VINE. A most ornamentai climber, with fern-like foliage. Sow seeds in March, trans- planhtan May: Mixed 2. - 20:2. 2222s ee Re
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no resemblance to the late autumn varieties, but have a beauty distinctly their own. The plants grow from twelve to fourteen inches high, have fine, delicate foliage, and produces beautiful daisy- like flowers of various bright, rich colors. H. A. 73,
Carinatum ‘‘Eclipse.’’? A showy variety, bearing flowers of a golden yellow, with. a purplish scarlet center anda dark browaivdisC) 2S
A fine summer climb-
Cobaea scandens. #270 a ik rom.
ing, and bearing large bell-shaped blue flowers. In sowing place the seed edgewise.
Weise dd 22:2 8s es hoe eS ee SS eee WWW Eni ee 2s a ae Oe a a Cosmos. A strong grower, having elegant
foliage, and for fall blooming has no superior. Seed sown in March or April and trans- planted to the open ground will produce plants three to five feet high by September, which there- after, and until November, will yield hundreds of blossoms three inches across; they are of various shades from pure white to purplish crimson. Both foliage and flowers are unsurpassed for bouquets and vases. Annual. For Northern States we rec- ommend sowing as early as possible. Pure white, pink, white tinted with rose, carmine, crimson, each-_-
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Dawn, New Early Dwarf, Large Flowering. A new variety; more bushy and compact than the older varieties, and grows only about four feet, while all others attain a height of six or seven feet. The flowers are fully as large as those of the old sort, are a pure white with a tinge of rose; the petals are rather broader, which causes the flowers to appear more round. They commence to bloom in July and last until? frosts ee eee oe
CYCLAMEN. White and red-spotted, white and ted-eveds and: pure white, (each) 2)... 30s ae eee
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Dianthus, known as Chinese Pinks and Japanese Pinks, are among the most brilliant of our garden flowers, and are worthy of particular care. Tall sorts are from twelve to fifteen inches in height; those of the dwarf varieties are onlya
few inches high, making good pot plants.
are easily transplanted, and should be set from eight to twelve inches apart—the dwarf varieties about six inches. the first summer and also the second if protected in the winter.
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Double Striped and Fringed. One of the finest of the whole family. The flowers, which are very iarge and double, are beautifully fringed; greatest variety Of <CO1G 150s ae ee ee
Mourning Cloak. The most strikivg of all pinks. The large, doubie, almost black flowers, have a clear fritisediedse of white = — 295 herd Se SP
Laciniatus fl. pl. Double Japan Pinks; mixed colors with fringed flowers. Makesa lovely bed. ¥% oz. 25¢
SINGLE CHINESE PINKS. These might be de- scribed as resembling Giant Sweet Williams, with the exception that the flowers are larger, the variety of colors much greater, and they bloom the first sum- mer from seed; they are showy and handsome, are excellent as cut flowers, and bloom all summer long. (200 <SC GS) Sess See es a went Naas te at ye Tar Fe
Pink, Pheasant’s Eye, or June Pink, sometimes called Grass Pink; fine for massing. Closely related to the carnation, but smaller fowersand more hardy. Flowers beautiful and fragrant. Perennial. Plants are hardy until they become old. It is best tokeep a few young plants coming on__.__.____-_- 22...
All of these varieties have large flowers, brilliant colors and handsomely marked. The plantsare of easy cub ture, blooming freely and fora long time with proper
care. ‘ Dahlias succeed admirably from seed, Dahlia. blooming the first season if started early indoors. Many beautiful sorts are contained
in the stocks we offer, and there are always sports .
which may develop into fine new sorts. to6feet. H. BH. P.—2-3.
Double Mixed. Per oz. 75c.
Dahlia Roots. 15c each; $1.25 per doz.
see page 62. D ais (Bellis Perennis.) An old favorite, y. bearing double white and pink flowers in greatest profusion. Sown in the fall or early in the house will produce flowers from April to June. H. P. Height 6 inches.
Height 4
For varieties
Bre ee Cons FS a7 SN ee ee, eee eee Dottie azeew hite 2 ee ee DATURA. Large, branching plants, producing hand-
some double and single trumpet-shaped blossoms, yellow, white, lilac, and of exquisite fragrance. Some of the flowers are equal to our choicest lilies. Hine mised double 257 <teets.. se) ees a Pe DELPHINIUM. (Larkspur.) Mixed varieties_______ chaise: Varieties =k | Me eS
ESCHSCHOLTZIA. (California Poppy.) Annuals of the easiest culture. A bushy plant, 1 foot high, which produces in wondrous profusion large saucer-shaped
flowers of striking brilliancy. Yellow; creamy white, double; scarlet, inmer side rich orange. Hachieolor’ Separate... 2.- ae ee ee ee ee Whisxed 3 Se Scie eS ee a a ee
FOUR O’CLOCK. (Mirabilis.) Handsome free flower- ing; sweet-scented; blossoms variegated colors.
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FORRGET-ME-NOT. (Myosotis.) Will thrive best in a cool, moist situation. Perennial plants, flowering the
first season if sown early-_-_____---20 22 4 FOXGLOVE. (Digitails.) Hardy perennial plant, 3t04 Bee ta pHa ee Ae SING a AI) Os Bt
Four O’clock.
Everlasting Flowers.
namental during the summer, but very pretty for wane decoration; lasting for years when cut and ried.
Ammopbium. White, on long stems.
These are not only very or-
Acroclineum. Doubleand single. Helichrysum. All colors mixed; splendid for boue quets; can be dyed any color. Gomphrena. Clover-like heads, mixed. Rhodanthe. Mixed; very pretty sort. Xeranthemum. Double; mixed. All of these will grow in common garden soil. Any of above, pkt. 5c; any 3 for toc; one pkt. each of the six, 15¢c postpaid.
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Gomphrena or Globe Amaranth,
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Gaillardia Lorenziana. be Me Remarkable for the size and Gaillardia. brilliancy of their flowers, which are produced in great profusion all through the sum-
mer; desirable bedding plants, and excellent for cut- ting. Sow in April.
Mixed Colors. The most varied colors. Peroz. 30c_---- Lorenziana. Double; fine for massing and bouquets--_-___ Grandiflora. Hardy perennial varieties, bearing gorgeous flowers two and a halftothreeinchesacross. Splendid for permanent beds, and for cutting. Mixed colors___- ' Handsome summer flowering plant of Godetia. compact growth, bearing freely large flowers of exquisite colors ard shades. 1 ft. Finest mixed S282. «oT k Se ae eee ees 2 4 Ornamental. Many curious, beautiful Gourds. varieties. Can be used in a number of different ways. Wixed: <2 :$-3 es i eee ae: Bee ee
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HELICHRYSUM. An everlasting with beautiful flow- SES EP ce See SS ey a Se rn ea as Hisbiscus. Hardy perennials, about 4 feet high, of very easy culture, and exceedingly showy; the large cup- shaped flowers frequently measure 6 inches across___-
HELIANTHUS. See Sunflower.
HELIOTHROPE. Mammoth. it is but little known that seed sown in March or April will produce large flowering plants the first of the summer. Our mix- ture contains seeds from many named sorts and will produce fine plants with proper treatment. Cultural directions on each packet.. IMaxed® 22 joist es
HOLLYHOCK. Has been greatly improved. The fol- lowing are double as a rose; Chater’s Prize, Double Pink, White, Yellow and Red. Mixed or separate
HYACINTH BEAN. Splendid climber; clusters of pur- ple and white flowers, followed by ornamental seed pods; roto 20 feet high. Purple, white and mixed, SE PATA tee See ee SS oS es eee
IBERIS. See Candytuft.
LARKSPUR. See Delphinium. Mixed____......____----
LEMON VERBENA. Every flower garden should con- tain; this fragrant);p lant ess oe ee ee
LOVE-IN-A=MIST. See Nigelia.
MARIGOLD. Tagetes. Popularfree blooming plants, with handsome double flowers of rich colors. The African Marigold is taller; the French more compact
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danger of frost isover. Thin or transplant to stand one foot apart. If early bloom is desired, start the seed in boxes or frames. Double pianiean viewed. es a ee Double:FrenchieMixed= == te See MIGNONETTE. Reseda odorata. New Hybrid spiral. Flower spikes 8 to 12 inches long; Veryulrag ra thie eee ooh es ee a,
IMPERIAL JAPANESE.
MOON FLOWERS.
MOON FLOWER.
Yellow. New variety of the famous Machet, with long
golden-yellow flowers; very fragrant____......------__. 5 Mixed.; ine! SOz. to. eee ee eee ee 5 MOURNING BRIDE. (Scablosa.) The flowers are in all shades; valuaple for bouquets______--_-_---____2..... 5 - = (Convolvulus Major. Morning Glory. Tall, striped, blue, oe son,-white and. mixed. Oz. 8c; Tb. 20c__ = 232 5. = 5 Convolvulus Minor. Dwarf. Oz. 8c_-_-------____-______ 5
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\ These are the greatest im- provement that it is possible to imagine in the com- mon Morning-Glory. Not only are the flowers of greatly increased size and most distinct colorings, but © the foliage is also wonderfully varied and attractive.
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Bona Nox. (Evening Glory or Good Night.) These beautiful climbers grow rapidly, and will reach a height of twenty to thirty feet in a singleseason. The foliage is large, dense and luxuri- ant, affording splendid shade for porches. Plant seed half an inch deep in rich soilin spring when trees are well outin leaf. With large seeded sorts, it is best to chip off a small portion of the hard outer coating with a sharp knife before planting. For Northern States seed should be started in doors early in March, and setting vines outdoors when trees are out in leaf. Flowers open at surdown and have the delightful fragrance of the Jessamine or Magnolia______....-.---- 10
White Seeded (Impomoea Noc= tiflora, or Grandiflora Alba), The variety most gen- erally grown. It bears in greatest profusion its lovely immense white flowers, five to six inches in diameter, If planted in rich gronnd in a sunny situation, the vines.attain a height /of25 fect... -- eeeee
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Mignonette.
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Nasturtium, Tall or Climbing.
Beautiful profuse flowering cl mbers of easiest culture bearing their gorgeous flowers in profusion until killed by frost. Hardy annuals 6 to to feet.
Pkt. Madam Gunther’s Hybrids. Many of the flowers are striped or blotched with shades of red on yellow and orange ground, forming a combination of exceeding brillianey and beauty. The plants are vigorous and
profiseblouminee O2.015)Cts= 22S ee eee 5 King Theodore. Richdeepcrimson. Oz. 15cts_____---- 5 Edward Otto. Velvet bronze. Oz. 15 cts.__--_-.---__--- 5 Heinnemanni. Silky bronze chocolate. Oz. 15 cts.---___ 5 Bright Scarlet Striped. Oz. 15 cts._--.-------.---------- 5
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Nasturtium, Dwarf. -
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Very useful for bedding, massing, or ribboning. A few Dwarf Nasturtiums in the yard are very brilliant and attractive, anc are in bloom allthe season, The flowers are more brilliant if the soil be not over rich. Give each plant a foot of room; hardy annual; one foot.
Aurora. Deep chrome yellow, the two lower petals blotched and veined carmine. Oz. 20 cts.____._-------- 55
Beauty. Scarlet splashed canary. Oz. 20cts._---_-.-__ 5
. King Theodore. Best dark red sort. Oz. 15 cts.-----.... 5
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(Devil-in-a-Bush) Free flowering plants of the
Nigella. Mix eC $2 ite SE ee. ESS
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Oxalis. Very beautiful plants for rock work and rustic JONG 3 yr bb: dare Pe a ee ee ee S
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1 Poppies succeed remarkably well an@ Poppies. hardly any class of plants afford the same brilliant colorings and showy display. Very easy culture, the seed being sown where they are to bloom. The varie— ties we offer are the best, and can be depended on to pro- duce satisfactory results.
Shirley. (Silk or Ghost Poppy.) A choice strain___-_- 5
Oriental. Very large, of easy culture and live from year ROBE Alene fue a tee ia claire ea sar enema ep a ee lk Se 5 Singles choiceimixed® Vhs xb sees ey ee aL 5
Isbell’s Splendid Mixture comprises nearly all the double and single poppies, also a number of other sorts specially purchased for this mixture, including some entirely new ones. Will makea grand dispiay.. Ifo
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has proved more popular than we could rea- sonably expect, and we may honestly claim it to be not only the best, but the most wide- ly known aud admired. It contains, besides all the leading kinds of commerce, seeds of the Giant Bugnot, Cassiser and Trimardeau, with flowers measuring, when well grown, 3 inches and more in diameter. Also such beautiful colors as gold-bronze, silver-edged, marbled, mahogny-spotte1, claret-red, and many others. Our International [lixture
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pKt.50c. “SPL. 200 Sees. o.. . ercees oe Giant Pansy Mixture. Comprises five strains and colors; will give you splendid flowers. Not as complete as our International Mix- Gre fe oo a a Sno ae) a 15 Trimardeau Mixture. Flowers large, with a dark blotch on the three lower petals. The best low priced mixture of Giant Pansies____ I0 Fancy Varieties. Splendid mixed, saved from named flowers. A very fine strain. 3 pks. 2D PCUS 6 aig SE ees lioice ate eee Ree : Show Varieties. Mixed. One of the best low-priced iierurkess../. 2. 2. ee eee eee 5 Cassier’s Giant Odier:). 0.2) 02. .aiw st oes fe) Victoria Wine Red. Large flowering........ Ce) Dark Mahogny. Margined white........... 10 | King of the Blacksioo.s . 122-2 as Se oe Io Golién Yellow 372003 tee ce ae ena Ce) Snow Quen. Snow white .................. be)
1 pkt. the above 6 separate colors for 50 cts.
1 pkt. each of our 5 mixtures for 59 cts.
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One of our finest hardy annual plants, of easy culture, thriving best in a rather rich, light loam, or sandy soil, and luxuriating in an exposed, sunny situation; the flowers are of the richest colors, and produced throughout the summer in great profusion; fine for massing in beds, edgings or rock-work, 6 inches.
Pkt. Single Mixed, Colors: <2 2. 23 aa a a Se ee ee Grandiflora Compacta. A new single variety which, on account of its compact habit, should prove a valuable plant foredains;etc., - Mixed colors=--=5 2. :<52-.%--4,10 Double Mixed. Flowers perfectly double, of the most brilliant scarlet, crimson, white, yellow, etc......----- Io (See cut.)
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Ricinus Zanzibariensis. 42°°2"- Bean of short-jointed, stout growth. Its extraordi- nary large leaves are produced in such abundance that the plant is a perfect pyramid of beautiful foliage. The large seeds are beautifully mottled and speckled, and show variouscolors—white, pink, black, crimson. These seeds are as beautiful asmany flowers. Oz. 15 §
Mixed Petuntas. z The- large-flowered varieties of
Petunias. Petunia, often four inches in diam- eter, are best for single plants or little groups, the small-flowered varieties are best for showy beds. Seeds sown in the spring will produce flowering
lantsin June. Set the plants about 18 inches apart.
hey come pretty true from seed, but are not reli- able in this respect, being inclined to sport. They do well sown in a cold-frame, hot-ped, or in the open ground. Few plants will make a more showy bed, giving flowers from early summer until after frost. The seedsof the Double Petunia do not pos- sess as much vitality as those of the single, and care must be used to get them tu germinate, nor will they all come doubles. Annuals.
Mammoth Ruffled or Fringed. Magnificent flow- ers of extra large size, the very deep throat beauti- hithlpavettedsto fic base se ee a) on saeen, 15
Giants of California. The flowers are very large, and the colors embrace every conceivable shade of crimson, white, violet, lavender, etc. Pkt. (200 seeds) 15¢c, 2 for 25c.
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Fine Mixed. Suitable for boxes or bedding____________- 5
Mixture of Double Petunias. This is a mixture of the best large flowering and fringed double Petun- ias. Of course everyone Knows that only a certain
percentage of double flowers may be expected from - ; seed, but our mixture will produce from 20 to 30 per Salvia. bedding plants grown. Brilliant flowers cent of doubles, while the remainder will be choice, are borne in profusion from early summer till frost. large, single flowers. (200 seeds)_------- gia enaiss: 25 Excellent for cutting. Seed sown.early in the house 3 Very hardy annuals produces better plants than from cuttings. Height3ft. Phlox Drummondi. thriving in aimost Splendens. (Scarlet Sage.) The. brilliant variety so any situation, and unequaled in the magnificent dis- WSIS Si oSpatt sets Le Se AS Ee ee ne a Se eee ee $
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Zen Weeks’ Stocks.
Scahiosa
Mammoth Verbena
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‘STOCKS, GERMAN TEN-WEEKS’. (Gilliflower.) TAGETES. See Marigold.
Double Dwarf____------------___------------------------- 5 | TUBEROSES. See page of bulbs. DOUBLE LARGE FLOWERING, most popular stock SWEET VIOLET. Hardy perennial. White, blue and
STOW, ATE Ce ae ea eae a TS mixed.: “Hachi2i2 see cet a a ea ie Se 10 ‘WINTER OR BROMPTON STOCK, half hardy biennial, W ALLEL OWE Roe Hee o cael ee
mixed olen he Oe ee To sat aaa ae ee ee 5 ‘SCABIOSA. (Mourning Bride.) Perfectly double flow- bbe ots mR aaep ern arr cc rage epen a ders <== ay
ers, useful for cutting; gracefully borne upon long slender stems; rangeof color from white to rich pink, crimson to deep red, lilacand black, mixed___.____---- 5
SSNAPDRAGON. (Antirrhinum.) Curiously shaped flowers, with finely marked throats. Bloom first sea- son from seed sownin spring. 1% to 2, feet high.
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“SWEET WILLIAM. Rich and varied colors; greatly improved; 1% feet; hardy perennials. Fine mixed
DOUBLE FLOWERING mixed .__--.-3 2202-25-23 so. 5
‘SUNFLOWER, Stella. (New.) The Cut-and-Come- Again. The flowers are about three inches across, of golden yellow, with small black center, poised on long stems. Flowers may be cut daily from June until frost, from seed sown in May; 3 to 4 feet high, bushy, and completely covered with golden flowers. 2 pkts.
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SALPIGLOSSIS. A beautiful flowering annual, forming sstrong, bushy plants. 18 inches high and bearing ‘throughout the season large flowers of many beautiful colors; svarge lowering, janixed 2 ssa Seas ne 5
LARGE FLOWERING, dwarf mixed___.___________--...- 5
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' Splendid for beds or massing. Flowers Verbena. of most brilliant colors, blooming from early summer until Jatein thefall. Verbenas grown from seed are always thrifty, and do not rust. Sow early in house, or out of dors in April.
‘NEW MAMMOTH. The best variety ever offered, pro- ducing very fine, richly colored. large flowers; trusses Of Sood {substance nse ca Ne I ae aS
HYBRIDA COMPACTA, [lixed. Distinct. The plant forms acompact bush about five inches high and 18 inches across. White, scarlet and violet flowers..___---
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Zinuia.
H ' For gorgeous summer and fall display the Zinnias. Zinnia = unsurpassed. The flowers are perfectly double, resembling Dahlias and almost every shade of color. For bedding and massing, they are par- ticularly suitable.
CURLED AND CRESTED. A new strain of fantastically
shaped flowers with twisted petals._______________------ 10 GRANDIFLORA, New Giant Zinnias; perfectly double;
flowers of finest brilliant colors........_---.------------ 10 NEW DOUBLE STRIPED. A strain of very fine striped
or Zebra. Zinnias:2s-2082 2 lack 6 es) oe eee ee DOUBLE MIXED COLORS. Oz. 30c_--_-_----------------- 5
varieties of easy growing and pretty Useful for woodland paths, along road- Constant succession of Sow either in drills or Large pkt.
flowers. sides and in fence corners. bloom throughout season.
4444444444444 4 4444444444 Mixed Flower Seeds for a Wild Flower broadcast, and keep the weeds down. Toc, OZ. 25c. ,
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SWEET PEAS.
It is unnecessary to dwell on the value of Sweet Peas for garden decoration as well as for use in vases and house adornment. which are prized in decorative plants—gracefulness of form, brilliant and varied coloring, fume. I a situation not too sunny, putting the seed 3 or 4 inches deep to insure good roots. in October, the winter.
They possess all the qualities
: and delicious per- Plant early in February, weather permitting, in
a Sowings may also be made siving the plants slight protection during
Culture.—Early in the spring make
a trench about six inches deep, in rich, mellow soil, SO arranged that no water can stand in it, and plant the seed in the bottom, taking care not to cover it more than two inches. When the plants are about five inches high, fill up the trench g and furnish some support for the vines | to run upon. The flowers should be
A picked before they form pods, or the plants wil stop flowering.
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1.—Isbell’s Best Mixture of Giant Sweet Peas for 1904.—This mixture of the largest flowering Sweet Peas is absolutely unequaled. Every year we try to ou tdo ourselves in this special mix- ture. We are quite sure that notwithstanding the claims made of some seedsmen a better mixture cannot be obtained elsewhere. The seed, of course, iS not grown in mixture at all. It is “blended” by ourselves of the largest flowering, most beautiful named varieties, each grown sep- arately from the best strains.
Besides all the best varieties introduced prior to last year this mixture contains many of the pie sce 1908. Oz., 10c; 2 02, 18c; %4 Ib., 30c;
2.—Eckford’s Mixture of Sweet Peas.—This mixture contains over twenty varieties in our list. We are sure “Sweet Pea fanciers” will be delight- ed with this mixture. Price in reach of all. Oz. pkt,. 5c; % tbh., 15c; Ib., 50c.
3.—Mized Sweet. Peas.—A good mixture of old- er varieties ocntaining all colors, but lacks the richness and size of bloom characteristic of the above. Oz., 5c; % Ib., 12c; Ib., 40c, postpaid.
THE CREAM OF NAMED SWEET PEAS.
We do -not offer a long and confusing list of Sweet Peas, but the very best of each color. Our list comprises a complete range of colors, from pure white to dark maroon. every sort being of distinct merit..
Price on all following list. pkEt., 5c; oz., 10c.
4.—Pink Cupid.—A wonderful new Dwarf Sweet Pea. In habit and manner of growth it is strictly a Cupid. The plants spreads from the root from one foot to eighteen inches around, grows from eight to ten inches high, and sends up stems about six inches long, which bear from three to four handsome flowers.
5.—White Cupid.—Grows about nine inches high, producing an abundance of clear white kow- ers.
6.—Early Blanche Ferry.—The earliest Sweet Pea in cultivation, blooming two weeks before any other; of greatest value for cut flowers, being a
31. DOUBLE SWEET PEAS.
Our Prices are Moderate Considerina Qua’ity.
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PLEASE ORDER BY NUMBER.
dwarfer and more prolific bloomer than the origi- nab Blanche Ferry. Color, deep rose pink, wings white. 7.—Blanche Burpee.—Pure white. 8.—Mirs. Eckford.—Primrose yellow. 9.—Lovely.—A truly lovely shell-pink; good.
..10.—Kathenire Trayc.—Bright, soft pink. . 11.—Lady Penzance.—Orange-pink, wings white. 12.—Royal Rose.—Delicate pink. 13.—Salopian.—New. The best crimson-scarlet. 14.—Shahzada.—Rich dark maroon; very at-
tractive.
15.—Maid of Honor.—White, edged with laven-
er. 16.—America.—The brightest blood-red scarlet. 17.—Gray Friar.—Watered purple on white
ground.
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19.—Senator.—Chocolate stripes on white ground. 20.—Countess of Radnor.—Delicate mauve or lavender.
21.—Captain of the Blues.—Purplish mauve; almost true blue. A 22.—Golden Gate.—Pinkish mauve or laven- er. i 23.—Aurora.—Flaked orange-salmon on white; arge.
Ac a erbee Knight.—New. Wine-brown or deep claret.
25.—Navy Blue.—One of the best novelties of 1899. <A true blue. >
26.—Sadie Burpee.—Purest pearly white.
27.—Lady Mary Currie.—Flowers very large; salmon-pink, with heavy veins.
28.—Prince Edward of York.—A bright glowing Scarlet, bordering on salmon; flowers extra large
29.—Stella Morse.—New delicate primrose, Shaded pink.
30.—Emily Henderson.—A bold, well formed, clear white flower. Wings broad and well ex- panded. An early and wonderfully free and per- sistent bloomer.
From the most carefully selected stock seed, saved only from the best plants bearing double flowers. even ninds offered in this mixture.
Cc;
Oz., 10c;
$ 5 Z 0Z.,
Y%, tb., 30e.
62 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.
Every lover of flowers should grow some of the bulbs offered below for flowering during the sum-
mer.
may be successful in growing them. Caladium Esculentum.
(Elephant’s Ears.)
among the most striking of the orna- mental foliage plants either for pot or lawn planting. Of easy culture and can be grown in any good garden soil. A full grown plant will stand about five feet high. During the win- ter the roots should be packed away in dry sand.
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Caen Esculentum.
Each 3for 6 for Bulbs from 2 to 4in. in circumference___-$0 05 $0 10 $0 18 Bulbs from 4 to6in. in circumference__-_ 08 * 20 35 Bulbs from 6 to 8in. in circumference____ Io 25 45 Bulbs from 8 to 1oin.in circumference____ 15 40 75
MAMMOTH. Largest size. Beautiful bulbs. 25c each, 60c
for 3 postpaid. Dwarf French Cannas are excellent for Cannas ° bedding. They grow about three feet high, and produce pyramids of bright flowers, which are very attractive during the summer and fall months.
All varieties, 10c each; 90c per dozen.
ITALIA. An orchid flowered Canna of recent introduction, producing flowers six to eight inches across, and in color effects surpasses the orchid, being of a rich flaming scar- let with a very broad golden yellow border. 3 feet high.
AUSTRIA. New giant golden lily-flowered Canna of bril- liant rich yellow, spotted toward the center with carmine. Exceedingly handsome. 5 feet.
peerisi CHARLOTTE. Crimson bordered with yellow. 3 Teet.
MADAM CROZY. Scarlet bordered with yellow. 4 feet.
FLORENCE VAUGHAN. Yellow spotted with red. 4 feet.
ROBES ES A very fine, tall-growing, dark leaved variety. 8 feet.
BURBANK. Flowers very large, equal to either Italia or Austria; rich canary-yellow, spreading seven inches; will continue to bloom a week aftercutting. A strong grower; four feet high, with wide, rich green leaves.
Tuberose. Everybody’s Favorite.
We handle thousands of these bulbs every season, and can select the choicest bulbs the market affords. The flowers of the Double Dwarf Pearl are larger and more numerous than those of the common type. They are so fragrant that they perfume the atmosphere for some distance around. The XXX strain is positively the best type of Tuberose and the kind to grow if you desire prize blooms.
XXX EXCELSIOR DWARF PEARL. for our retail trade. per 100.
FIRST SIZE BULBS. 3ceach, 5c for 2, toc for 5, 20c per doz; $1.25 per 100.
SECOND SIZE BULBS. Allof flowering size, often sold by the so-called ‘“‘bargain stores’? under the name of ‘first-class.’ 3c for 2, ioc for 6. 15c per doz, 75¢ per Io0. If wanted by mail, add 6c per doz. to the above prices.
Especially selected 5c each, toc for3, 30c per doz., $1.75
Caladiums are
They are of such easy culture, requiring little care after planting, that the most inexperienced
Dahlias.
The extraordinary beauty of the new varieties has renewed the old-time interest in this majestic -flower. Certainly no flower is more worthy of specialattention. Our assortments comprise all
the positive colors in most striking shades. DOUBLE PINK, SCARLET, WHITE and Double Mixed; also Single Mixed. Each toc, 25¢ for 3, 75¢ per doz.
Mixed SS Dahlias.
To those who may not care:for named varieties we Offer aX . large assortment of S392. unnamed sorts, com- ~ Coe
see, 24 EN as B prising every con “es ceivable color and shade. These are in every way first- class bulbs, and will produce splendid flowers, only the the colors are not kept separate. toc each, 75c per dozen; if by mail add 4c
each for postage. ‘ One of the most attractive of summer Gladiolus. flowering bulbs. Excellent for mixed beds, but more gorgeous effects may be had by massing inlarge clumps. ~For a succession of bloom throughout the summer, plant at intervals from April to June.
Gladiolus.
If by mail, add 10c per dozen for postage.
Each. Perdoz. Per roo. SCARLET AND CRIMSON-------- $0.04 125 $1.75 WHITE. AND: LIGHT 22222-22504. .30 2.25 PINK: SHADES 22 oe Od .25 1.75 STRIPED and VARIEGATED------ .05 .30 2.50 YEULOW 92522628 ek ee 35 2.75 ALL COLORS IIIXED, 3 for 10c__- .20 1.75
On account of its
Maderia Vine Roots. very rapid growth
and thick shade it affords, this is one of the most popular climbers. Will run twenty feet or more.
5c each, 25c per dozen, $1.75 per 100.
If by mail, add 10c per doz. for postage.
CINNAMON VINE. A very pretty vine to train around the window or ontrellis. In midsummer the vine is covered with a brilliant, glossy foliage and an abundance of fragrant flowers. It is alsoan exceedingly quick grower, having been known to attaina height of 20 feet in one season. Good roots, each 5c. 6 for 25c, doz. 4oc.
Raa Re Rees
Our Bulb Catalogue, with fullde. +
scriptions of HYACINTHS, TULIPS, CROCUS, NAR= CISSUS, LILIES, and all bulbs and seeds for winter and early spring flowering, will t
$+444oeet
be issued about August 15th. All lovers of flowers should have it. Write for one now, and we will mail it when issued.
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_ No. 12 Double Wheel Hoe, the very best machine on the
Isbell’s Northern Grown Seeds. 63
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“Planet fr.” Farm and Garden Tools.
Space will not permit our showing and describing all of the NO. 3 HILL AND DRILL “Planet Jr.’ tools, but we will send a fully illustrated catalogue SEEDE free for the asking to any who desire it, and we can supply promptly R. anything ordered. ‘‘Planet Jr.’’ goods are standard machines, the Price $10 00. best on the market. In sending your orders to us, you can rely on : getting bottom prices.
This seeder is the latest and most perfect development of the hand seed drill. It sows evenly in drills, and also drops in hills at 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24inches apart. It is thrown out of gearinstantly by moving a convenient lever; or, the flow of seed is stopped by pushing down the feed rod. No time is lost; no seed is wasted. Itis quickly set to sow different kinds of seedin the exact thickness desired. It covers and rolls down light or heavy, and marks the next row clearly, 15 inch patent steel drive wheel; hopper holds 3 quarts; it runs light, and sows equally well with a full hopper or a tablespoonful of seed. The accurate hill- dropping drill, which gives a regular stand of plants with the least seed, saves its cost over and over in seed alone. We guarantee this drill to be more accurate than any other made, and to give satisfaction in every
respect, SSA is
‘‘Planet Jr.’? No. 4 Combined Hill | This admirable tool combines in a single conven lent implement a capital hill dropping seeder, a per
and Drill Seeder, Single Wheel fect drill seeder, a single wheel hoe, a cultivator and ; ; a plow. It holds two quarts, and as a seeder is like
Hoe, Cultivator and Plow. the No. 3, sowing 1n continuous rows, or dropping in hills at five different distances. It is thrown out of
Price, complete, gear by simply raising the handles. The index is
0.00. accurate, simply and easily set. The drill is detached
Ae a Drill SAly and the tool frame substituted by removing but one
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bolt. It then becomes a single wheel hoe, getden plow or cultivator. It is useful almost every day of the season, at every stage of garden work. With this one implement the small farmer can do practically all the work in hissmallcrops. °
A set of three rakes supplied when speciall ordered. Price $1.00. _
No. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE
CULTIVATOR and PLOW. — Price, $6.50. This perfected wheel hoe is invaluable for use in all eee smallcrops. Its variety of work is almost incredible. Changes and adjustments of the tools are made with the greatest quickness. It has 11-inch wheels, whichcan be set at four different distances apart; the frame is mallea- ble with ample room for tool adjustment, and can be set three different heights. The handles are adjustable at any height.
No. 17 SINGLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR AND
This latest and best single wheel hoe has 11-inch wheel, with broad face; is very light, strong, and eaSy running. It has adjustable handles and quick change frame. The tools are a well shaped plow for marking out, plowing, covering, and late cultivation; a pair of 6-inch shield hoes and three all steel patent cultivator teeth. The frame changes in height and the wheel may be attached to the other side of the frame, when both sides of the row may be hoed at one passage.
‘“*PLANET JR.,’’ No. 25 Combined Hill and Drill Seeder and Double Wheel Hoe.
Price $13.00.
This new combined machine is intended. for a class
of gardeners who havea large enough acreage in crops for a Double Wheel Hoe to be used to good advantage, and yet prefer not to buy a separate Wheel Hoe. It is large enough for field use, for it holds .2% quarts (or about five pounds of onion seed) and has 11% inch wheels—which are just the right size.
Asa Drillit is almost identical with the ‘‘Planet Jr.’’ No. 4 Drill; will sow in drills or hills, 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart, and has the same automatic device for throwing out of gear and the new combined cut-off and seed index with thumb screw adjustment. It is thor- oughly substantial and accurate in sowing all kinds of garden seeds in either hills or drills.
Asa Wheel Hoe it is identical with the ‘‘Planet Jr.’
market, The change from Drill to Wheel Hoe takes but a moment, and the entire combination is one we can heartily recommend and guarantee satisfactory.
64 S. M. Isbell & Co.’s Catalogue of All Reliable Seeds.
ISBELL’S “CENTRAL CITY” LAWN SEED. |
Is Made Up of Extra Recleaned Seeds of the Close Growing Varieties. It is the Cleanest, the Heaviest, the Cheapest, the Best.
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It requires less seed.to sow the lawn with Isbell’s Central City Lawn Seed. Being free from chaff it starts at once before the weeds. Libs: willsow .' 450 ‘square: feeto 2 ee ee Te en oie ww steele so ae Pot aae <n s 2 ee eee ey 2 ibs. ” a 900 square feet....... Shee SLT PER ARSE oe ete ee Soo res Aa eee ee ar are: Se 45 -4:ibs.. ” 72 “3800 SQUAT ENT COE i255 tics Sie te eds owe ee ee ee Shs eRe. se a oe Soe re 85 10-ibs.. ”” % 4500 sauare feet....... Se et ese) er 2 eee, Ss Wane o> sees OOP ER i A
By mail or express prepaid.
That Isbell’s “Central City’ Lawn Grass Seed is the finest mixture ever sold, the large quantity we sell is the best proof we can offer. It is composed of the finest variety of grasses, each of which has its season of beauty, and the result of its blending is the production of a sod that is always ever- green and velvety. Many of the finest lawns of our city are seeded down with Isbell’s “Central City” Lawn Grass, the preparation of which is a specialty with our house. It is unwise to be economical in the quantity of seed used, if the best results are desired. It requires from four to five bushels to sou an acre, or one pound to 450 square feet of land. For renovating old: lawns, half this quantity will suffice.
SPECIAL MIXTURE FOR “‘SHADY PLACES.”’ With this mixture there need be no difficulty in getting grass to grow in the shade, under the trees, etc., aS it is a combination of grasses whose natural home is in woods and sheltered places. Lb., 30c, postpaid; not prepaid, Ib. 20c.
“GOLF LINK’’ MIXTURE.
For links or grounds on which this most popular game is played, we supply a mixture of gresses that mit endure wear and tear, and at the same time always present a fine sward. Lb., 25c; 5 Yes. or more, c Ib.
Blue Grass.—Its uniform growth, creeping habit, and beautifu color make it desirable for lawns. This grass lives longer than all ithers. Fancy cleaned. Lb. 20c, postpaid
White Clover.—Thrives in damp situations. We have some Al seed, carefully cleaned. Lb. 30c.
Red Top.—Desirable where immediate effect is sought. Fancy cleaned seed, free from chaff. Lb. 15c. :
VEGETABLE PLANTS.
We raise all kinds of Vegetable Plants in large quantities and can fill orders for iots ef from one
dozen to thousands.
We make a specialty of raising early Cabbage and Tomato plants for market gardening. Our early plants are hotbed grown, transplanted and thoroughly hardened. Later plantsare grown in cold frames. We have had years of experience, and furnish our plants in proper seasons and in fine condition. Our aim is to have them stocky, with plenty of roots. By our system of packing we can safely guarantee their safe delivery by express, if the time in transit does not exceed three days. No
charges for packing or boxes.
The early Cabbage, Tomato, Pepper, Cauliflower and Eggplant are grown in boxes 3 inches deep by
16x22 inches, and contains Ioo plants. containing 15 plants.
These can be sent by freight, and in small boxes, 3x5x8 inches
Cabbage and Cauliflower plants are ready for shipment about April 20. Transplanted Celery
plants May I.
Cauliflower and Celery from seed bed, ready June 1.
seeds. Write for prices.
Tomato, Pepper, Eggplant and Sweet Potato plants about May Io.
Late Cabbage, All our plants are grown from our best stock
Quantity of Seed Requisite to Produce a Given Number of Plants and Sow an’Acre.
Quantity per Acre
PASTE CHOIGE S1202240).500) Plaines Sate Sea ks 6 OZ Asparagus, 1 OZ to moo plantss- === ee oT 1b ASD ATA PUS~ OOS Sas s—~ ee ee a 5,000 to. 7,250 alt | Gy ea ene erie a eee ee See eS 2 DU Beans, dwarf, 1 pint to too feet of drill____----_-_---__- I u BeAtis, polerr pint Lowoomillss= 2 28 sees: pei ae. DU Beet” carden, 1 Ozto 100 1eet of Grill 224282 7 lbs Beet Mangel, 1 oz to too feet of drill _--___-_--_-__ -_--5 Ks HO CO]1; InO7Z LOIFO0- Plates 2 seen aa ae oe a2 Oz BiISSels Sprouts, 1 oOzto 50co plants = = 2 ess. 22 Sa EEN kkcyy:k Cals cee eee aes et ee ees 16 abu Cabbagest oz toscco0eplants=-_- *.— ee 2 Oz Carrot, 37 ozto 160 feet of drill = 2% bs
Cautifiower 1-ozto:5000 plants_=.___2-.4_+--_=.-.....2% oz clery,17 Ga toi5.cGo: plants 2 eo 2 DICORY = a Seon Beet a ee ES SS Lg lbs Clover, Alsike and White Dutch______ iS WIOVEL, UCC =a ee ey eee Fe TS €0/25
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Quantity per acre
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Melons Musk. 70 2tO TOONS = ees era = et eee em LOLs . Melon: Water, -420z to 100 biliss=8= Sse sel sss 1% to4 oe OktayGoz to jooteetor drailla: = ea eee 8 ss Onion Seed, % oz to 100 feet of drill-=__ ==. -=— 4 to 5 s OnionwSeed tor SetS*=-S 4 25. ee 0 tO180 sr Onion Sets, 1 quart to-4o feet of drilla= = 8 bu RaALSHip:;24/07) 10 10O ect Oh Grilles =e ee ee bs Parsley AOZLOMOO Leet Ol, Gitte a eee eee cS Peas, garden, 1 pint-to 1oo feet of drill______--___ 1 to3 bu IBEAS Hel Gis arene Sete Re Ee pe een art 3 Se ee Pep per,-1-0z to 1500. plants=- === Sea a ee 3 Cz BRotatoes ese se ee SE ee gee gs A RN 7 to Io bu Bump kines, qu touoownliss= =< Bes ieee Eee 3 tga: lbs Radish 34 OzitG 100 Feet, of) Gralla == ee 10 to 12 oe TER ye SS eee eta ee Ga ee see LR 1% bu Salsityare/AOz toproonteethiotidrille== =~ a= oe eee 8 lbs Spinach; oz coo00 feetohdnmlige = eae ees 8 lbs SP iy 22. ee ree eee Seis Tareas elie ee ee IS e SUMIMmetOaVOny42— 5 | ee es a ea ee eS S/n SUnHO Wer ae ooh ens BE AEs EERIE RS ey a 8 = Squash; Sumnier.4 oz: to moo hillse.-—— 2 sas 2 ey
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Weight of Various Articles
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MARKET GARDENERS and others requiring seeds in large quantities will do well to make out a list of what seeds they require and sent it to us for Special Prices.
We Want the Addresses of Your Friends Who Garden—none others— and if you will be so kind, when sending your order, to enclose a list of some of them who would make use of this catalogue, we will return the favor by sending you FREE some “Trial” Packets, which contain some of the Novelties in the Vegetable and Floral World.
S. M. ISBELL & CO. Seedsmen,
JACKSON MICH.
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EARLIEST, LIRGEST 8 BEST LARLY EVER INTRODUCED. Mp TWO WELAS LAPLIER THANANY OTER SORL, : pee AAS see a oe f
EARLIEST LARGE SWEET CORN “ALT JEROLY VY “THE BEST PRODUCES EARS !2 INCHES LONG IN69DAYS EARLY CABBAGE IN CULTIVATION.
THE BEST FOR EARLY AND LATE PLANTING. THE MARKET GARDENERS FAVORITE:
THERE IS: MORE MONEY MADE IN GROWING THE-ABOVE THREE KINDS OF VEGETABLES THAN ANY OTHERS, AND THEY ARE THE BEST OF THEIR CLASS. THESE ARE NOT UNTRIED NOVELTIES,BUT HAVE STOOD THE TEST. : [ P*TEARLIANA TOMATO,’4 PT EARLY CHAMPION SWEET CORN & i PS SELECTED EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD CABBAGE, SENT ON RECEIPT OF cU* 9. M, I{SBEEL &.CO., SEEDSMEN, l25-le7- les W: Pearl. St., JACKSON, MICH. -