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FERTILIZERS,
POULTRY SUPPLIES.
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ARE
CAREFULLY
TESTED,
THOROUGHLY
RELIABLE
AND

OF THE
HIGHEST
GERMINATION

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REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.

INCORPORATED)

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE, HOUSTON
To Our Customers and Friends:

It is again with pleasure we heartily thank you for your increased confi-
dence in us. Since writing our last year’s Catalogue, through your patronage
so generous'y given we were compelled to erect an entirely new building and
are now permanently installed on the same spot where we have been doing
business for so many years. There is no question but what we have the most
up-to-date and neatest seed house in the entire South, and which is equipped
with all modern facilities for filling orders in the promptest manner possible.
The present storage capacity is figured to meet all requirements for years
to come—occupying three floors, a fifty foot frontage and a depth of 100 feet
and gives us a floor space equal to seven times the space formerly occupied, which
with an elevator and machinery for recleaning a'l] seeds enables us to give
the very best service to both our wholesale and retail customers.

In revising this Guide Book we have endeavored to offer everything of merit
that is best adapted for the South and have cut out such varieties as experience
and repeated tests have shown to possess little or no value, and have added
thereto other varieties which have shown especial merit to the Gulf Coast Region.

A good many of our seeds are grown under our own supervision and in-
Spection; others are contracted for with thoroughly reliable growers, while
such sorts as Cabbage, Cauliflower, Peas, Beans, Lettuce, Radish, Tomato, etc.,
are grown for us by specialists exclusively.

We have endeavored to give honest illustrations and tell the exact truth
about the goods we offer and that is what you want. It pays to give a square
deal and a man is foolish who thinks people will believe a lot of exaggerated
pictures and crazy descriptions. Should you want any articles not listed in
this Catalogue we will be pleased to have your inquiries and will give them
prompt attention, ;

HOW TO ORDER—Please be careful to write your name and address
distinect!y and in full, using the order sheet and envelope inserted in this Cata-
logue, and no matter how often you write, be sure to sign your name, giving
your Town and State as well.

HOW TO SEND MONEY—Cash should always accompany the order. Re-
mittances may be made at our risk by any of the following methods: (1st, and
best) Postoffice order; (2) Draft on New York; (3) Express Company’s money
order; (4) Cash by express in amounts of not less than $5.00; (5) Registered
letter; (6) When personal checks are sent, 10 cents must be added for ex-
change. (We also accept clean stamps in small amounts same as cash, at your
risk.)

REFERENCES—As to our financial responsibility, we refer you to any
bank or banker who is a subscriber to the commercial agencies.

PROMPT SHIPMENTS—We are prepared to fill, in nearly every case, all
orders promptly and correct'y the day they are received.

SENDING SEEDS BY MAIL is both a specialty and a very important
branch of our business.

ERRORS—Should an error occur, we desire to be promptly advised and
will take pleasure in making satisfactory correction.

SHIPPING—Prices are net, Houston, express or freight depots, and are
subject to change as the season advances.

N OT E It must be clearly understood that we give no guarantee as to the correctness of

name, description or product of the seeds we sell, and any purchaser who does nol
accept our seeds on these conditions is at liberty to return them, at our cost, within seven days from date
of purchase, and any money that has been paid on same will be promptly and cheerfully refunded. Our
business system is as perfect as we can make it, but still we are not infallible. No one is. The best
guarantee our customers can have is the fact that our large business has been built up by selling GOOD

SEEDS, and it would very soon be RUINED if we sold inferior stock.

COVER PAGES DESIGNED AND PRINTED BY REIN & SONS CO., HOUSTON

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS. 1

MONTHLY TABLE FOR SOWING VEGETABLE SEEDS

Compiled and adapted fer climatic conditions of South Texas and Gulf Coast Region.

JANUARY
Sow Spinach, Mustard, Carrots, Beets, Leeks, Tur-
nips ,Lettuce, Endive, Cabbage, Broccoli, Kohl Rabi.
Sow Early Cauliflower in a frame, Cress, Chervil,
Parsley and Celery, Peas, Irish Potatoes and all kinds
of Herb seeds; sow Cucumbers, Egg Plants, Pepper,
and Tomatoes in hot beds for transplanting.

FEBRUARY
Sow Spinach, Mustard, Carrots, Beets, Leeks, Rad-
ishes, Turnips, Swiss Chard, Kohl Rabi, Lettuce, Cab-
bage, Parsley, Cress, Celery, Peas, Irish Potatoes,
Herb Seeds. P’ant Asparagus Roots, Beans, Cucum-
bers, Squash, Melons, Corn. End of this month Sweet
Potatoes can be planted for slips.

: MARCH
Sow Beets, Radishes, Lettuce, Spinach, Carrots,
Mustard, Swiss Chard, Leeks, Celery, Parslez, Cress,
Chervil, Lettuce. Plant Bush and Pole Beans, Endive,
Squash, Cucumbers, Melons, Okra, Bush and Pole
Peas. Tomatoes, Egg Plants and Peppers can be sown
in the open ground. Plant Corn, Irish and Sweet Po-
tatoes.
APRIL
Sow Bush and Pole Beans, Corn, Cucumbers,
Squash, Melons, Okra, Beets, Carrots, Swiss Chard,
Radishes, Lettuce, Mustard, Endive, Cress, Parsley,

Pumpkins, Celery, Tomatoes, Egg Plants, Pepper,
Kohl Rabi, Cau‘iflower, Corn.
MAY

Sow June Corn, Melons, Squash, Cucumbers, Egg
Plants, Tomatoes, Peppers, Okra, Bush and Pole
Beans, Pumpkins, Radishes, Endive, Lettuce. Celery
for bleaching can be sown now, but requires plenty of
water if the weather is dry. Set out Sweet Potato
Slips.

JUNE

Sow Water and Musk Melons, Cucumbers, Squash,
Okra, Pumpkins, Bush and Pole Beans, Radishes, Let-
tuce, Celery, Cauliflower, Tomatoes, Egg Plants and
Sweet Pepper for a fall crop.

MONTHLY TABLE FOR

JANUARY
Plant Potatoes, Green Mountain and Bliss Tri-
umph, and cther second early varieties may be
planted after the first. Texas Red Rust Proof Oats
may be sown. Field Corn, Rape, and Winter Vetch,
Stock Turnips and Stock Beets, Alfalfa and Clover.

FEBRUARY
February is the best month to plant a general crop
of Potatoes, as on an average they will succeed better

if planted during this month than any other. P’ant _

aso Spanish Peanuis, Adam’s Extra Early Corn and
Chufas, Field Corn, Alfalfa, Rape, Vetch, Grass and
Clover Seed, Speltz, Sorghum.

MARCH
Sow Sorghum, Kaffir Curn, and Milo Maize for
stock food. Field Corn, Alfalfa, Irish and Sweet Po-
tatoes, Peanuts, Cotton, also Early Garden Corn and
Chufas for hogs. Cow Peas.

APRIL ~
Work enumerated above for March may apply to
April; also Cow Peas, Millet, Cotton and Peanuts.

MAY

Plant Sugar Beets and Mangels for stock feeding,
all kinds of Sorghum, Millet, Fodder plants, Cow

FOR QUANTIT:ES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

JUNE—Continued,

Large Adams’ Corn, if planted now, will make a suc-
cessful late crop for market; also June,

JULY \
Plant Pole and Bush Beans. Sow Toma

Cucumbers, Cauliflower, Endive, Lettuce ishes,
Turnips, Ruta Bagas, Cabbage of all kinds, 1 Rabi,
Parsley, Mustard, Beets and Celery. June It
AUGUST \
Plant Bush and Pole Beans, Peas, Cabbage, Broc-
coli, Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Cauliflower, Parsley,

Lettuce, Chervil, Radishes, Mustard, Cress, Beets, Car-

rots, Celery. Spinach. Set out Shallots and Onion
Sets; also Irish Seed Potatoes. June Corn.
SEPTEMBER

Plant Extra Early Peas. Sow Radishes, Carrots,
Beets, Beans, Parsley, Mustard, Celery, Corn Salad,
Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Lettuce, Endive, Turnips, Broccoli,
Cauliflower, Spinach, Parsley, Cabbage. Sow Creole
and Bermuda Onion Seeds. Set out Shallots and sow

Turnip Rooted Celery and Salsify. Plant Onion Sets.¢ ~~"

OCTOBER
Sow Onion Seeds of a’l kinds, Cabbage, Cauliflower,
Broccoli, Kale, Leeks, Spinach, Mustard, Swiss Chard,
Carrots, Beets, Bush Beans, Corn Salad, Kohl Rabi,
Chervil, Radishes, Lettuce, Endive, Parsnip, Salsify,
Peas. Set out Shallots, Strawberry Plants, Asparagus
Roots, also Horse Radish Sets’ and Onion Sets.
NOVEMBER
Sow Spinach, Corn Salad, Radishes, Lettuce, Mus-
tard, Parsley, Chervil, Carrots, Salsify, Parsnip, Cel-
ery, Cress, Endive, Cabbage, Peas, Beans, Leeks,
Turnips. Set out Shallots and Strawberry Plants and
Onion Sets.
DECEMBER
lant Peas for general crop. Sow Spinach, Radishes,
Carrots, Lettuce, Endive, Cabbage, Beets, Turnips,
Mustard, Leeks. Sow Cauliflower in a frame for
a late Spring crop. Sow Tomatoes, Egg Plants and
Sweet Pepper in hot beds for early plants.

SOWING FIELD SEEDS

Peas, Soja Beans, Velvet Beans, Peanuts and Cotton,
Milo Maize, June Corn.
JUNE
Work enumerated above for May applies to June.
JULY

Cow Peas, “Mexican June Corn, Millet, Sorghum,

Kaffir Corn and Spanish Peanuts.
AUGUST

Cow Peas, Dwarf Essex Rape, Vetch, Irish Potatoes,

Rust Proof Oats, English Rye Grass, June Corn.
SEPTEMBER

Alfalfa, Barley, Rye, Winter Turf and Texas Red
Rust Proof Oats, Wheat, Rescue Grass, Bermuda
Grass, Dwarf Essex Rape, Vetch, Speltz, also Japan
and other Clover Seed, Burr Clover. Irish Potatoes
for fall planting. English Rye Grass.

OCTOBER

Work enumerated for September applies to October.
ic NOVEMBER

Alfalfa, Rye, Barley, Dwarf Essex Rape, Vetch,
Texas Rust Proof Seed Oats, Wheat and Speltz, Res-
cue Grass.

DECEMBER
Alfalfa, Vetch, Rape, Clover, Speltz.

Pai REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

MONTHLY TABLE FOR SOWING FLOWER SEEDS AND BULBS

JANUARY

- Continue to sow flower seeds during this month
for spring and early summer blooming. The best
varieties for now are Verbena, Phlox, Petunia, Sum-
mer Chrysanthemum, Scarlet Sage, Hollyhock,
Sweet Alyssum, Snapdragon, Aster, Columbine, Daisy,
Wall Flower, Bell Flower, Sweet Sultan, Coreopsis,
Sweet William, Japan and Carnation Pinks. Lark-
spur, California Poppy, Heliotrope, Everlasting Flow-
ers, Candytuft, Lobelia, Monkey Flower, Love in a
Mist, Evening Primrose, Sweet Mignonette, Dwarf
Mourning Bride and Pansies, also Japan and Tiger
Lilies and Narcissus bulbs for late flowering. In a
cold frame sow at the end of the month Balsam, Zin-
nia, Amaranthus, Cockscomb, Marigold, Evening
Glory and Nasturtium, and in the Greenhouse in pots
Begonia Rex, Begonia Tuberosa and Cyclamen. Plant
Gladiolus and Freesia bulbs out of doors in sheltered
places for early blooming. Set out Rose bushes and
flowering ornamental shrubs.

FEBRUARY

Sow flower seeds for late spring and early summer,

such as Zinnia, Balsams in frame, and different va-
rieties of Amaranthus, Gomphrenas, etc.
' Set out Rose bushes and ornamental shrubs. Plant
Gladiolus and Tuberose bulbs, Sweet Alyssum, Candy-
tuft, Snapdragon, Pansy, Aster, Chinese and Japan
Pinks, Daisies for late blooming, Lobelia, Mignonette,
Carnation Pink and Sweet Sultan. Phlox and Verbena
may still be sown. Sow Cosmos, Coreopsis, Sunflow-
er, Cobaea Scandens, Nasturtium, Aristolochia, Sipho,
Marigold, Salvia and Vinca. Lay in Dahlia bulbs in
a hot bed for propagating.

MARCH

Sow Balsam, Zinnia, Amaranthus, Dahlia, Cocks-
comb, Cosmos, Portulaca, and Sunflower. Plant
Gladiolus, Tuberose bulbs and Dahlia roots. Set out
Chrysanthemums for fall blooming.

APRIL
Sow Balsam, Zinnia, Portulaca, Gomphrena and
Amaranthus, Cockscomb and Vinca. Plant Coleus and
other foliage plants, Dahlias and Chrysanthemums,
Sunflower, Gladiolus and Tuberose bulbs.

MAY

Follow instructions given for last month.

JUNE
Follow instructions given for April. ;

JULY
Sow Vinca, Phlox, Cockscomb, Ten-week Stock,
Balsam and Zinnia.

AUGUST

Sow Pansy, Balsam, Zinnia, Cockscomb, Gomphre-
na, and follow instructions for July.

SEPTEMBER

During the month flower seeds, such as Sweet
Peas, Pansy, Daisy, Sweet Alyssum, Candytuft,
Stocks, Phlox, Chinese, Japanese, Marguerite and
Carnation Pinks, Asters and Vinca may be sown.

Plant Hyacinth bulbs for early blooming at the end

of the month,
OCTOBER

Continue to sow flower seeds of all spring blooming
varieties. Plant Sweet Peas, Hyacinths, Narcissus,
Ranunculus, Anemones, Tulip and Lily bulbs, Pansies,
Daisies, Sweet Alyssum, Candytuft, Petunias, Phlox,
Verbenas, Columbine, Chinese, Japanese and Carna-
tion Pinks, Snapdragon, Sweet William, Stocks and

Poppy. Sow Bermuda Grass for your winter lawn.
Plant Calla Lilies, Gladiolus and Chinese Sacred
Lilies. :

NOVEMBER

Sow flower seeds of all kinds in boxes and trans-
plant when large enough into open ground, such as
Pansy, Daisy, Phlox, Petunia, Chinese and other
Pinks, Alyssum, Candytuft, Wall Flower, Larkspur,
Lobelia, Poppy and Sweet Peas.

Set out Rose bushes and other hardy plants.

Plant Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Jonquils, Ane-
mones and Ranunculus in open ground or flower pots
for forcing. Plant Calla Lilies, Gladiolus'and Chinese
Sacred Lilies.

DECEMBER

Plant Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Jonquils, Ra-
nunculus, Anemones, Japan Lilies. Sow all varieties
of winter and spring blooming flower seeds in cold
frames to be set out in January and February, as, for
instance, Lobelia, Asters, Pansy, Daisy, Phlox, Pe-
tunia, Chinese and other Pinks, Alyssum, Candytuft,
Wall Flower, Larkspur, Poppy, Hollyhock, Snap-
dragon, Calleopsis, Heliotrope, Primula and Migno-
nette. Set out Roses and other hardy plants. Plant
Calla Lilies, Gladiolus and Chinese Sacred Lilies.

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS OF VEGETABLE AND
FLOWER SEEDS

Our Special Collections of Seeds have been so pop-
ular in recent years that we are now giving special
attention to this branch of our work. These collec-
tions are put up in advance of the regular seed selling
season, and are ready for mailing immediately on re-
ceipt of your order. Every. one of them is a splendid
bargain in seeds and the varieties contained have
been most carefully selected for Southern home gar-
den use.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

QUARTER DOLLAR INTRODUCTORY VEGE-
TABLE COLLECTION
8 PACKETS, 25 CENTS.

1 Packet Sure Head Cabbage.

1 Packet Bismarck Beet.

1 Packet Big Boston Lettuce.

1 Packet New Stone Tomato.

1 Packet Scarlet Turnip, white tipped Radish.
1 Packet Alabama Sweet Watermelon.

1 Packet Rocky Ford Cantaloupe.

1 Packet Early White Flat Dutch Turnip.

For 25 cents we will send the above 8 full size
packets of seed by mail, postpaid.

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HALF-DOLLAR VEGETABLE COLLECTION

16 PACKETS, 50 CENTS.
Curled Parsley.

1 Packet Sure Head Cabbage.

1 Packet Premium Flat Dutch Cabbage.
* 1 Packet Early Eclipse Beet,

1 Packet Danver’s Half Long Carrot.

1 Packet Arlington White Spine Cucumber.

1 Packet True Georgia Collards.

1 Packet Big Boston Lettuce.

1 Packet Rocky Ford Cantaloupe.

1 Packet Alabama Sweet Watermelon.

1 Packet Southern Giant Curled Mustard.

1 Packet White Velvet Okra.

1 Packet Extra Early Long Scarlet Radish.
1 Packet Early White Bush Squash.

1 Packet Dwarf Champion Tomato.

1 Packet Purple Top Turnip.

1 Packet

For 50 cents we will send the above 16 packets of
seed by mail, postpaid,

12 PACKETS-- BIG 40c COLLECTION OF
FLOWER SEEDS

For 40 cents we will mail one full-sized packet each
of the following:
Alyssum Sweet, beautiful white flower of delicious
fragrance,

Balsam, Double Mixed, favorite garden flower.

Cockscomb, Dwarf Mixed, beautiful, free blooming
annual,

Larkspur, Dwarf German ‘Rocket, Mixed, good for
bouquets.

Marigold, French Double Dwarf,
markings,

Nasturtiums, Tall or Dwarf Mixed, fine for table dec-
orations.

Phlox Drummondi, Mixed, splendid mass of colors.

Petunia, Good Mixed, fine for bedding.

Poppy, Double Paeony Flowered, Mixed, well adapted
for shrubbery.

Sweet Peas, great variety of colors.

Verbena, Fine Mixed, beautiful dazzling self-colors.

Zinnia. Double Mixed, showy and free flowering.

Mixed, various

We will be pleased to change any of the above to suit the wants of our customers, except Peas, Beans,
Corn and Onion Sets, or Field Seeds.

OUR
“UNRIVALLED”’
OFFER

Our ‘‘Unrivalled’’ Oifer—The
eight varieties of vegetable seeds, as
shown on the front cover page of
this catalogue, are reproduced from
actual photographs and illustrate

. exactly the type of seeds we sell, and
to prove this assertion and convince
you of their superior quality, offer

the entire collection for 25c.,
postpaid.

1 Packet Cabbage, Solid South. No

Cabbage in the world can beat this.

Packet Cantaloupe, Rockyford.
Packet Beet, Bismarck.

. Packet Tomato, Dwart ee senpran:
Packet Onion, Crystal White Wax.
Packet Radish, Rosy Gem.

Packet Lettuce, Big Boston.
Packet Turnip, Purple Top Globe.

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All the above are liberal sized
packets and postpaid for 25c.

FIRST-CLASS SEEDS AT REASONABLE PRICES.
We do not attempt to sell seeds at the lowest

prices, but we do endeavor to supply the best seeds

obtainable as low as first-class seeds can be sold.

ASPARAGUS

Asparagus—Columbian Mammoth White.

ASPARAGUS ROOTS

A saving of two to three years is effected by plant-
ing roots. Those offered are Select, Strong, Two-Year-
Old Roots, and we are confident they will please you
in every way. Don’t be misled in slanting one-year-
old or inferior Roots. Price, $1.50 per 100 by express,
not prepaid.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

Ce ee REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS. :

ASPARAGUS

Ger., Spargel;
Spargio.

Fr., Asperge; Sp. Esparrago; Ital.,

One oz. of seed will plant 60 feet of row; 5 pounds
will plant an acre.

(There is probably no one vegetable that will yield
the intelligent grower more satisfactory returns for
the capital and labor invested than Asparagus. It
always commands a high price in the metropolitan
markets with an ever-increasing demand; and here
in the great Southwest it can be successfully grown
at the least expense.)

CULTURE: A bed fifty by fifteen ft. will hold 100
2-year-old roots, which is sufficient for a large fami'y.
These 2-year-old roots are the kind usually planted.

Better still, write for our new leaflet, “How to Grow
Asparagus,” which will be mailed free on application.

CONNOVER’S COLOSSAL—Productive
very large size; an old favorite. Price, per packet,
5c; per ounce, 10c; per pound, 75c; postpaid; not post-
paid, 65c.

COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE—Exccedingly
large, especially productive and of very attractive ap-
pearance. It is a better yielder and of stronger
constitution than the older varieties and does better
in this locality. Price, per packet, 5c; per ounce,
10c; per pound, 75c; postpaid; not postpaid, 65c.

BEANS

DWARF, BUSH OR SNAP—
GREEN PODDED SORTS

Our Beans are all “Northern Grown,” and although
there will be a shortage, still our growers assure us
of a pretty full delivery.

Ger., Grup-Bohnen; Fr., Haricots Nains; Sp., Hab-
ituelas; Ital., Fagiuoli.

One quart will pant 100 hills; 1% bus. will plant
an acre; an acre should yield 100 bushels of ‘‘snaps,”
and should be ready to pick in six to seven weeks
after planting.

CULTURE: Sow in drills two feet apart, dropping
a bean every four inches in rich, warm, moist soil.
Cover about two inches. Be certain your soil is well
drained, and that every faciity is given the surface
water to run off quickly. Plant early and take the
chances of a frost, for it is the early crop that pays
‘both the local gardener and the shipper. Beans do
well planted on our Southern sub-tropical line during
the months of March, April, May, August, September
and October. Cultivate shallow and frequently, and
draw the earth to the plants when the blooms first ap”
pear. It is wise to purchase seed only from seedsmen
of practical experience and commercial standing, The
difference between good and bad seed is always the
difference between a profit and a loss.

EXTRA EARLY RED VALENTINE ROUND POD
—The “OLD STAND-BY” of the South and one of
the best table beans known. When you want a bean
to eat get the Valentine. Pods are fleshy and of ex-
cellent quality and should mature in from 35 to 40
days.

LONG YELLOW SIX WEEKS, FLAT POD—This
is a green pod sort—the term yellow applying to the

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

and of

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color of the seed and not to the pod. As its name
implies, it is a six weeks bean, and while not as
stringless as the other sorts, its earliness in coming
into market with the high prices early stock brings,
makes it a valuable variety for the local gardener.

EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE, ROUND POD—A pro-
fuse bearer, with many admirers, who will plant
nothing else. ie

BOUNTIFUL, FLAT POD—Of thrifty growth; rust
and mildew-proof; is very hardy, extremely early,
bountifully prolific and bears continuous’y for several —
weeks. Bears immense green pods, thick, broad and —
of the highest quality. Is absolutely

extra long,
stringless.

—

Extra Early Round Pod Valentine. .

EXTRA EARLY LONGFELLOW, ROUND POD—
An ideal snap bean, a prolific producer of round,

. straight, solid, fleshy pods, averaging over six inches

in length, tender and brittle and having no strings,
except when quite old. The flavor is delicious. This
is the ideal Bean for the Houston market and Gulf
Coast Territory. ;

BURPEE’S STRINGLESS GREEN, ROUND POD ©
—An exceedingly early stringless green podded varie-
ty, fine f'avor; pods are long, nearly round, slightly
curved, and of a beautiful light green color,

GIANT STRINGLESS GREEN POD, ROUND POD —
—One of the earliest and handsomest of the green —
podded sorts; very productive; round pods, about six
inches long, entirely stringless and a splendid shipper, nf
while for the family garden it cannot be equaled.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 5

BEANS—Continued.

BLACK VALENTINE—Popu’ar in the South on ac-
count of its blight-resisting qualities. Matures early,
producing long round straight pods which are tender
when quite young.
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Burpee’s Stringless Green Round Pod.

Not

Postpaid. Prepaid.

14-pt. pt. at. %4-pk. pk
Extra Early Red Valentne...15 25 45 80 $1.89
Burpee’s Stringless Green Pol. 15 25° 45. -29 1.69
Giant Stringless Green Pod.... 15 25 40 75 1.40
Long Yelow Six Weeks...... 15 25 40 75 1.40
Extra Early Refugee.......... 15 25° 40 75 1.40
Bomntitul- 222s. ces. Se. es 15 25 40 75 1.40
Extra Early Longfellow ...... 15 25 40 T5 1.40
Blick Valenlisees = ea) . S64 » 15 25 40 Ta 1.40

If Beans in pints and quarts are ordered by express
er freight. DEDUCT 5c from 1-2 pints, 10c per pint
and 15c per quart from postpaid pr:ces.

BEANS

DWARF BUSH OR SNAP—WAX PODDED SORTS

WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX, FLAT POD—The
favorite SHIPPING Bean for this section, is early,
prolific, a splendid shipper, as well as a desirable
garden variety; pods long, straight, medium flat and
of a creamy color; a good keeper.

DAVIS KIDNEY WAX, FLAT POD—An Excep-
tionally Hardy, Productive, White-Seeded, Wax-Pod-
ded Sort—Pods very long, white, straight and hand-
some. The most hardy and productive bush wax-
podded Bean. Vine rust’ess, vigorous. When young
the pods are very brittle, crisp and tender. The dry
Beans are kidney-shaped, clear white and excellent

for baking. Best of all for shipping as Snap Beans.
The perfect shape and fine color of the pods and the
clear white seed make this one of the best sorts for
canners.

CHALLENGE BLACK WAX, ROUND POD-—A suv-
perior strain of the Black Wax, and less likely to
throw green pods than the other dwarf sorts. Pods
are a waxy yellow, brittle and delicious.

PENCIL POD BLACK WAX, ROUND POD—The
acme of improvement on the old favorite German
B'ack Wax. Pods are freely borne on dwarf plants
and are a fraction later than the old Black Wax, and
are of a darker shade of yellow. It contains a little
of the Refugee blood, which, no doubt, accounts for
the round, pencil-like pods. In this section, where
the round podded varieties are in such demand, it
will prove a veritable boon, and we anticipate a large
demand for the seed. This is without doubt the best

4Yellow Pod Wax Bean for our territory.

CERMAN BLACK WAX, OVAL POD—The old
favorite of our mothers and grandmothers, and like-
ly to be such with our children. We have secured
seed of the purest strain obtainable and will have
enough to meet all demands.

IMPROVED GOLDEN WAX, FLAT POD—This is
*he Improved Golden Wax, and is the sort so much
used by market gardeners all over the country. It is
prolific, brittle, toothsome and a sure cropper, either
for spring or fall planting.

KEENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN WAX, FLAT
POD—Combines hardiness and productiveners with
fine quality. A strong growing bush variety of re-
markable vigor and freedom from-rust. The pods are
meaty and well filled, thick flat when young and
semi-round iater; a very desirable variety.

Not
Posipaid. Prepaid.

te-pt. pt. qt. %-pk. pk.
Wardwe'll’s Kidney Wax ...... 15 25 40 75 $1.40
Dawas Radney “Wax vis os csa ss ~ 5 15 25. 40 75 1.40
Challenge Black Wax ......-.. 15 25 40 7d 1.40
PeneloPed- Black Wax. *... ..=.': 15 25 40 Ta 1.40
GermaniSlack jWax hi... 2. ..- 15 25.2 A015 1.40
Golden Wy axye 6 Ss Se 6 See ek 15 25 40 75 1.40
Keeney’s Rusitless Golden
Weare Wis orion Se ee eee 15 25 40 75 1.40

If Beans in pints and quarts are ordered by ex-
press or freight, DEDUCT ic from 1-2 pints, 10c per
pint and 15¢ per quart from postpaid prices.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PeR ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

BEANS--Continued.
LIMA (OR BUTTER)

HENDERSON’S BUSH —
Probably the best variety for
this section; very dwarf and
prolific and not so likely to
shed its fruit.

BURPEE’S BUSH — The
largest of the Bush Limas
and very productive.

DREER’S BUSH LIMA—
The Beans grow close togeth-
er in the pods, producing 3
to 4 and sometimes 5 in a
pod, and are thick, sweet and
‘succulent.

KING OF THE GARDEN
POLE—Unusually large and
well flavored as well as ex-
ceptionally prolific.

LARGE WHITE POLE—

An excellent Shell Bean,
either green or dried.
CAROLINA OR SIEVA

POLE—Seeds are small and
rather kidney shaped; grows
vigorously and emits_ short,
| lateral branches; very prolific
and one of the earliest.

SEIBERT’S EARLY LIMA
POLE—This new variety is
-one of the very earliest. The
vine is very vigorous and pro-
ductive. Pods are large, but
thin, and can be more easily
opened than those of other
varieties. The green beans are
very large, handsome*and of
the best quality. :

EARLY JERSEY LIMA
POLE—Ten days earlier than
any other Lima. We recom-
mend this variety to all who
* desire a profitable Lima Bean,

Bush Lima.

‘NOTE: Do not plant Lima Beans when the soil is
cold and wet, or the seed will rot. The soil must be
warm and not too wet. Bear this in mind and there
will be no failure with this crop. The same direc-
tions may apply to Okra.

Not
Postpaid. Prepaid.

%-pt. pt. qt. %4-pk. pk.
Henderson's Bush’: sas os tse 20 30 45 90 $1.75
Burpecis Bush: OSs uiGe Anata 20. S30? a) SS One ATS
Dreensesbush © Hinman. oslo sac 20 30 45°90 a hers)
King of the Garden Pole..... 20 30 45 90 LT Aas
area wvnite Pole: ShcerkareS. 20 a0 ah 90 1.75
Carolina or Sieva Pole......:.. 20 30 45 90 1.75
Seibert’s Early Lima ........ 20 30 45 90 L775
Warly Jersey. Lima ......2.. 0 20 30 45 90 1.75

If Beans in %-pints, pints and quarts are ordered
by .express. or freight, DEDUCT 5c from 1-2 pints,
10c per pint and 15c per quart from postpaid prices.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

Famous Kentucky Wonder. oie
POLE (OR RUNNING)
FAMOUS KENTUCKY WONDER ' OR OLD

HOMESTEAD—A splendid variety. Early and pro-
lific, with showy pods which are most excellent for
snaps. Vine vigorous, climbing well and very produc-
tive, bearing its pods in large clusters; pods green;
very long, often reaching nine or ten inches, nearly
round and very crisp when young. It is sometimes
catalogued as being the same as Southern Prolific,
but this is an error, as the latter is two weeks later,
has shorter pods and the seeds are smaller.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. q

BEANS—Continued.

CREASEBACK—Sometimes called “fat horse” bean
because of the seam of the pod being depressed.

EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX—A well known
early and very beautiful sort. Vines large, strong
growing, vigorous, hardy; leaves large, light green,
crimped; pods six to eight inches long, borne in abun-
dant clusters,

RED SPECKLED CUT SHORT, OR CORN HILL—
An old variety and very popular for planting among
corn, and it will give a good crop without the use of
poles. Vines medium sized, twining loosely with dark
colored, smooth leaves; pods short, fleshy and of
good quality.

LAZY WIFE’S—The pods, of medium dark-green
color, are produced in great abundance, and measure
from four and a half to six inches in length. They
are broad and thick; fleshy and entirely stringless.

SOUTHERN PROLIFiC—Heavy cropper and great
resister of our sub-tropical heat. Plant: in July and
they will bear until cut down by frost.

DUTCH CASE KNIFE—vVines vigorous, climbing
well, but twining more loosely than some, and so
may be used for a corn hill bean,

Not

Postpaid. Prepaid.

%-pt. pt. qt. %-pk. pk.
Famous Kentucky Wonder.... 15 25 40 90 $1.75
Southern Prolitiet~.. ecsae 15 25°40 75 1.50
Dutch CaseyBeate ccs tho w2peet 90 1.75
hazy Wileepemetcc Se. ac eas ijepesoees0 90 1.75
Red Speckled Cut Short...... 15 ee os 15 1.50
Early Golden Cluster Wax.... 15 25 40 90 1.75
Creaseba chert ne ohare oe ES ZaeAO) 90. - 1:75

Prices quoted above in pints and quarts are post-
paid. If ordered by express or freight, DEDUCT 5c
from half pints, 10 per pint and 15¢e per quart.

BEETS

FOR TABLE USE

Ger., Salatrube; Fr., Betterave;

Ital., Barbabietola,

One ounce will plant 50 feet of drill; five pounds
will plant an acre; ready for use in 50 to 60 days.

CULTURE: Drill in deep sandy loam 18 inches
between rows and thin out to 3 inches in the drill.
Firm the soil when seeds are planted. Soaking over
night in medium weak liquid manure will hasten ger-
mination. If wanted early sow in frame or green-
house and transplant to the open when warm enough.
In our Southern climate best results are had from
sowings in July, August and September. Keep the
soil well cultivated, and do not neglect fertilization.
Ae: home market requires large roots, while the

Sp., Remolacha;

markets prefer small, symmetrical, smooth

Pr eoenic ne TURNIP-SHAPED BLACK
AVED—A new and desirable variety of German
origin, and which we think worth a trial in every gar-
den. Regardless of its edible properties, its rich
leaves will tend to beautify the garden, and “beauty
is nature’s coin.”

E BISMARCK—Fine Table Variety.
novelty from Germany.) Combines more qual-
es than any other variety. Flesh Crimson, exceed-
ingly tender, remarkably early. In shape it is al-

(An excel-

is small, starting clear from the bulb without taper—
indeed, it combines to a greater degree than any va-
riety we know of the maximum edible bulb with the
minimum root and foliage. The color is crimson.
But it is when prepared for the table that its fine
qualities become most apparent. The flesh, of deli-
cate texture, is rich, sugary and entirely free from
fibre.

SS

The Bismarck.

ECLIPSE—Extremely early; bright red; fine grain-
ed; small top; tender and shapely—and what more
could be asked? This is the best Beet for bunching.

CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN—Really the best of the
early varieties, though not so quick in maturing as
the Eclipse. It is crisp, tender and of good color
when cooked.

CRIMSON GLOBE—This beet is remarkable for its
smooth skin and fine shape. We have been growing
it on our trial grounds for several years and could
not help noting its many desirable qualities. It is a
second-early variety, does not grow large and coarse,

DARK RED EGYPTIAN—Very desirable; not as
attractive in appearance as Crosby’s, but equally as
good a cooker and much darker. It is probably more
generally planted than any other one variety.

DEWING’S BLOOD RED TURNIP—A gereat favor-
ite in the Houston market on account of its size
and smoothness, }

DETROIT DARK RED—A favorite with our trade;

the dark color is retained after cooking, and the roots
are of good size, smooth and well shaped, and with

—Sweet and tender and of uniform
rker than the skin; very popular.

ARLY BLOOD TURNIP—Quite early: grows to a
very large size and is edible in all stages of its

f “most round. The leaves are small and compact, and

growth; is blood red in color, even when cooked, a
#set very close to center of bulb. The tap root also

splendid truck or family Beet.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

BEETS—Continued.

BASTIAN’S BLOOD TURNIP—Blood red and tur-"

nip-shaped.

(e . Electric.
; :LECTRIC—An extra early blood turnip Beet; ideal
for the table; has fine grained, rich, red flesh; ex-

ceedingly tender and remarkably sweet. Shape round,
with small tap root and small leaves, A superior sort,

LENTZ—Originated in Philadelphia and therefore
an American variety. In color a deep red; in shape
rather flat, and in flavor excellent.

LONG SMOOTH BLOOD—Wi!l mature in sixty
days and is a great dry weather Beet. Is a desirable
family Beet as it remains edible a long time after
maturing,

SILVER BEET OR SWISS CHARD—This variety
is cultivated for its large, succulent leaves, which are
used for the same purposes as Spinach. It is very
popular in all markets.

HALF LONG BLOOD—A very dark red variety, a
good kind for family use.

Prices on all varieties of Beets:

Pkt., 5c; o0z., 10c; 1-4 lb., 25c; 1-2 lb., 40c; Ib., 70c,
postpaid. If wanted by express, DEDUCT 10c per Ib.

BEETS

MANGEL WURZEL, FOR STOCK FEEDING

(The increase in sales, year by year, of Mangel
Wurzel and Sugar Beets evidences the correctness of
our judgment in advising the planting of these va-
rieties for stock. A'though more generally cultivated
in a more northerly section, it has been demonstrated
that they will thrive here and prove remunerative if
planted in Sentember or October, or even later. Once
fairly established, they will continue growing all the
year, and can be pulled and fed as required. In plan<-
ing remember that the Golden Tankard grows well
above the ground, the Intermediate grows part!y in
and partly above the soil, and the Long Red grows
more like the Long Blood Beet; so by planting the

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

three varieties and feeding in the order named, gucd
stock Beets may be had, regardless of season.) 3

CULTURE: Sow in drills and thin out as the 1
roots grow; keep well cultivated. Before planting ©
soak the seeds as advised for table Beets, i

MANGEL, HALF SUGAR—A variety produced in —
Germany by introducing Sugar Blood int» the Man- —
gel. This materially increases the quantity of sac- q
charine matter, whi'e retaining the Mangel size, thus _
multivlying tre fattening properties of tre root. We
are first to offer this new variety and do so in the
faith that it will prove a valuable addition to our list
of stock Beets. Our stock will arrive in january,
1911, in ample time for spring planting.

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am Golden Tankard.

GOLDEN TANKARD—Rapid grower and very well
adapted to this section. Everybody has success with ©
it. ;

MAMMOTH LONG RED MANGEL—The largest of
the Mangel family.

INTERMEDIATE—A first-class variety, growing
well out of the ground. ;

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 9

SUGAR BEETS

VILMORINS’ WHITE FRENCH SUGAR—Rich in
saccharine matter, and a pure stock Beet.

KLEIN WANZLEBEN—Heavy yielder, rich in food
value and acceptable to stock.

Both the above are heavy yielders, rich in blood, and
are valuable and acceptable stock feed.

Prices on all varieties of Beets:
2 oz.—Postpaid ..... 10c 1-2-lb.—Postpaid...... 25¢
1-4-lb.—Postpaid ..... 15¢ 1-lb.Postpaid........ 45c

If wanted by express or freight, DEDUCT 10c per
pound.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Ger., Sprossen Kohl; Fr., Chouxde Bruxelles;
Breton de Bruselas; It7l., Cavolo di Brusselles.

IMPROVED HALF DWARF—tThe plants which are
very hardy, grow two or three feet high, and produce
from the sides of the stalk numerous little sprouts,
which resemble very small cabbages, one or two
inches in diameter. The leaves should be broken
down in the fall, to give the little heads more room
to grow.

Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 1-4 lb., 50c; 1-2 1lb., 75e; Ib., $1.50,

BROCCOLI

Ger., Spargel-Kohl; Fr., Choux Broccoli; Sp.,; Bro-
euli; Ital., Brocoli.

Although originating from a very distinct type, the
modern improved sorts of Broccoli can scarcely be
distinguished from cauliflower; the points of differ-
ence being that they are generally taller and the
heads more divided. The culture is the same as that
given for cauliflower.

EARLY LARGE WHITE FRENCH—The best
variety. Heads white, very compact and hard, con-
tinuing firm for a long time. A hardy, vigorous, eas-
ily grown sort.

Sp.,

PEE Se; "az. 35¢;42 02, 50c; 1-4i1b., $1.50, post-
paid.

Ger., Koh’; Fr., Chon; Sp., Repolio: Ital., Cavoio
Cappuccio.

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Early Jersey Wakefield.

_ (We desire to impress upon our friends the fact
that the Cabbage Seeds listed in this catalogue are
grown especially for us on Long Island, from select-
ed heads, and are as true to name and description as
skilled growing can make them. We do not, and will
not, handle European grown seeds, nor do we ever
buy Cabbage or other seeds in the open market. Our
customers can therefore rely upon getting Cabbage
Seeds true to name and of the best possible vitality.)

CULTURE: Cabbage requires a rich soil, plowed
deep and heavily manured, and the plants must be
thoroughly cultivated. The seed bed must not be
rich, but when plants are set out for constant and
steady growth, frequent application of manure is
almost necessary. Close watch must be kept for
insect enemies, and their destruction effected imme-
diately on the first appearance. Eternal vigilance and
versistent labor is essential to a good cabbage crop.
Our pamphlet, “HOW TO GROW CABBAGE,” will
be mailed on request.

One ounce of seed will produce about 1500 plants,
and six ounces should be sown to set out an acre.
Ready for market in 60 to 150 days, according to
variety. Intelligently grown, it is a most profitable
trucKker’s crop.

FIRST EARLY SORTS

EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD—The earliest and
hardest heading of first early Cabbages. Most garden-
ers depend upon it for the bulk of their extra early
crop. Its exceeding hardiness not only to resist cold
but other unfavorable conditions, insures the greatest
likelihood of profitable and satisfactory resuits. Our
stock is grown and selected with the greatest care:
there is none better and there are few as good. Head
conical, very compact, solid and excellent quality.
The thick, stout leaves and compact habit of the
variety make it the best sort for very early setting.

CHARLESTON (or large) WAKEFIELD—Of the
same appearance, habit and general character as the
Jersey Wakefield, excepting the heads are larger.

EARLY YORK—Heads small,
and tender.

heart-shaped, firm

SECOND SORTS

EARLY DWARF FLAT DUTCH—A great favorite,
owing to its uniform size, good heading and heat-
resisting properties. Heads are large and are second
early in the market.

EARLY SUMMER—An early, large-heading Cab-
bage; plants strong growing, with large spreading
outer leaves. Heads flat, and keep longer without
bursting than most of the early sorts. Valuable for
both family and market.

SUCCESSION—A sure heading, long keeping va-
riety, similar to All Seasons and producing well
shaped heads, having few small outer leaves.

VOLGA—We have had so many calls for this splen-
did Cabbage from gardeners, truckers and merchants
that we now list it with the fol'owing description:
The Volga is an extra good variety on the order of
Succession and other flat head sorts. It is one of the
best for Kraut as well as for shipping and makes a
firm, good-sized head. It is highly recommended by
those who have tried it and many Southern dealers
and Gardeners consider it a splendid type for their
trade.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

10

CABBAGE—Continued.

EARLY WINNINGSTADT—Belonging to the Con-
ical or Wakefield variety, it produces very solid heads.

ALL SEASONS—One of the earliest of the second
early sorts. Heads very large, round, but usually
somewhat flattened; very solid and of the best quality,
keeping as well as the winter sorts. Plants very
vigorous and sure heading; leaves large, smooth with
dense bloom. Remarkable for its ability to stand the
hot sun and dry weather.

ALL HEAD EARLY—Our strain of All Head Early
is of especial value because of close adherence to the
type in habit of growth and the shape and quality of
the head. Plants more compact, leaves smoother and
thicker and heads larger and a little more round than
the Early Summer. We consider this one of the best
second early sorts on our lists for both the market
and home use. . .

EARLY DRUMHEAD—A solid variety, maturing a
few days after the Wakefield.

LATE OR WINTER SORTS

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Hollander or Danish Ball Head.

HOLLANDER, OR DANISH BALL HEAD—vVery
hardy, handsome, solid, of fine quality and as one
of the very best keepers it is particularly desir-
able for distant markets or for late spring use. Plant
vigorous, compact growing, with longer stem than
most American sorts and exceedingly hardy in resist-
ing cold and dry weather; leaves large, thick, bluish
green covered with. whitish bloom. Heads medium
sized, round, very solid and stands shipment. better
than any other. We offer seed direct from the grow-
ers which, judging from recent trials, will produce
more uniformly typical heads. than can be grown
from,'the best stocks obtainable elsewhere.

“0)

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT

AUTUMN KING—Withstands the sudden changes —
of our freakish climate with more equanimity than —

any variety now on the market. From this valuable
peculiarity, it is the favorite sort with our local mar-
ket gardeners. Add to this the fact that the heads
are large and firm; and, under favorable conditions,
of most rapid growth, and you have good reasons to
include it in your order.

MAMMOTH ROCK RED—The largest and surest |

heading red cabbage.

PREMIUM LATE FLAT DUTCH—We have taken

great pains to develop and maintain the good qualities
which have made this sort so popular, and we offer a
strain remarkably uniform in size and type. A thou-
sand plants can be depended upon to produce from
nine hundred and fifty to one thousand large, oval,
solid heads of splendid quality, which will keep for a
long time in the best condition,

SUREHEAD—A compact growing, general crop
cabbage, having medium sized to large thick heads
and many outer leaves. We assure our customers
that our stock is the best obtainable and will certain-
ly produce uniformly large fine heads.

LARGE LATE FLAT DUTCH—Nearly equal to the —

Premium Late Flat Dutch, and nearly as extensively
planted. Heads flat, solid, remarkably large and of
excellent texture. One of the best late varieties.

LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD—A large, late Drum-

head of great merit.

SHORT-STEM DRUMHEAD—The best.
Drumheads; matures. early; heads are
borne very close to the ground.

FOTTLER’S BRUNSWICK—An early Drumhead;

large and

of the

f

sits low on the stock and makes heads of from ten >

to fifteen pounds.

DRUMHEAD SAVOY—Heads solid, toothsome and
with a Cauliflower flavor. Leaves “crinkled,” the ex-
terior ones green and the interior ones white.
sistant to Cabbage worms.

. Lee

Re-

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. i

CABBAGE--Continued.

Pkt. 44-02, 0z. “A: ee
Early Jersey Wakefield. .5 10.) 3615 =
Early Dwarf Flat Dutch.5 10 15 = 75
Charleston Wakefield ...5 10 15 50. 75

Alli: SCASONS) — s.cte woman chee 5 10 15 50 75
Adil. Seasons: 2; .< &.% ae 5 10 15 50 75
Early Winningstadt ..... 5 1O = is - 60." 75
Danish Ball Head ...... Bs HE», 20 50 90
Autumn Kane... OSs ccee 5 10 20 50 90
Premium Late Flat Dutch 5 10 15 50 75
Surehead® “2. #222. Ces 5 10 15 50 75
All Head* Harky¢ 2... 0325 5 160. 15 50 8690
Early Drumbesad=. ek. 5 10 15 40-75
Large Late Flat Dutch...5 10 15 40 75
Large Drumhead ........ 5B 220, ete! 405 7275
Short-Stem Drumheagd ..5 10 15 50 75
SHEGESSION bo... code oe sehen D 10 15 50 3690
Fottler’s Brunswick ....5 10 15 50 90
Drumhead Savoy ........ bY tO 5 15. 750890

Rock Red Mammoth ....5 10 15 50 90
Henderson’s Early Sum -

OTE ABE Se cn. ois Deel sh. 50x: 90
WOR eR araic s ofiete <4 2 Ot ae Oe = 15 FOR D0
Barly YOrk 2 seas by 10 | 15 .50-=%:90

All above prices postpaid.

CARROTS

FOR TABLE USE

Ger., Mo'truben; Fr., Carotte; Sp., Zonahoria;

Carota.

' Danver’s Half-Long.

One-half ounce will sow 100 feet of drill, and 2%
pounds will sow an acre; crop matures in 70 days,

and 400 to 700 bushels can be taken from an

-lb. Ib.
$1.75
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50

1.50 -

1.75
1.75
1.50
1.50

Ital.,

acre.

CULTURE: Plow or spade deeply a rich sandy
loam, which should be enriched with well-rotted ma-
nure, Sow in drills twelve inches apart, and thin to
a stand. For field culture sow in drills three feet
apart to permit cultivation by horse power. It is
best to firm the seed in the ground after sowing, and
for this purpose a drill with roller follower should
be used.

DANVER’S HALF-LONG—Of deep orange color,
good flavor and smooth skin; a rapid grower and an
old favorite. Our market gardeners and truckers will
have nothing else.

OX HEART—The best of the short varieties in
color, flavor and shape,

NANTES—A stump-rooted, one-half long variety
of an attractive reddish yellow color. A good keeper,
quick grower and ready seller.

LONG ORANGE—The old long yellow “our grand-
mothers growed,” and still very much liked.

pkt. oz. Y%4-lb. %-Ib. Ib.
5-10 25 40

Cert Peart so bose ee a ee 75
WUEIRBCS. | A955 a. am ocelot v neere Fkt0- 25 40 1%
Danver’s Half-Long .......... 9 Os 25 40 75
POTS OTANLE soeviw ck co occ ge ce se 10 25 40 75
Large White Belgian ......... & 10-26 35 65
Large Yellow Belgian ........ 5 -10 20 35 50
New Mastodon ............... 5 10 20 35 50
White. Vosges, . "see re oc. 2 otek mato ~§=— 20 35 60

“All above prices postpaid.

CARROTS

FOR STOCK FEEDING

LARGE WHITE BELGIAN—Grows one- third ‘ont,
of the ground. Roots pure white, green above ground,
with small top. Flesh rather coarse. The roots. on.
light, rich ground grow to a large size and. are ex+
tensively grown for stock feeding. . a soi Re AE) oe 38

YELLOW BELGIAN—A good field variety, Seftnitae!

to White Belgian in shape and size, but" Of orange
color. : 12 BE bor ae

NEW MASTADON—This is the eels tyes
Carrot grown. The flesh is. white, crisp and solid,
very sweet in flavor, and eagerly eaten by stock. It
differs from White Belgian in shape, the roots being
shorter and heavier at the shoulder. An important
feature is that they are easily gathered and do not
break in pulling or storing. The roots frequently
measure twelve to eighteen inches in circumference,
and eighteen to twenty tons is not an extravagant
statement as to yield. We do not hesitate in recom-
mending this variety.

LARGE WHITE VOSGES, or Improved Short White
—A stock variety which is enormously productive
and easy to harvest. Color light green above ground,
white below; flesh rich, white, solid and crisp; heavy
yielding.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

——:

CAULIFLOWER

Ger., Blumenkohl; Fr., Chow-fleur: Sp., Califlor;
Ita!., Cavolflore.

An ounce of seed will make about 2000 plants; four
ounces will plant an acre. Ready for table in 100
days or less.

CULTURE: Same as for Cabbage, remembering
that, as the Cauliflower goes into bloom, there should
be an abundance of water at the roots.

SELECTED SNOWBALL CAULIFLOWER-—Is su-
perior to all others. It is the earliest of all Cauwti-
flowers. Its close-growing, compact habit enables
one-third more to be planted on the same space of
ground than can be done with other varieties. For
forcing under glass during winter and spring Snow-
ball is peculiarly adapted, from its dwarf growth and
short outer leaves, and for this purpose no other
Cauliflower is now so largely grown. Especially
adapted to South Texas. 3

Pkt., 20c; 1-4 oz., 75c; 1-2 oz., $1.50; oz., $2.50.
AUTUMN GIANT—Late, strong habhit,:- large, com-

pact heads and large leaves for protection. Price
per packet, 10c; 1=2) OZ:,) 2DC3, 0Z., 20C.
ALGIERS—A late sure-flowering sort. Price per

packet, h0ey t=2 02. 20C; "02. 40C:

EARLIEST DWARF ERFURT—An early variety,
with large heads, produced on short, compact stalks.
Per packet, 15c; 1-4 oz., 60c; 1-2 oz., $1.00; oz., $1.75.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

Selected. Snowball Gauliflewer.

DRY WEATHER—(Copenhagen)—This is the one
to try if you have had trouble growing Cauliflower.
Medium early, very large, and sure to head. Seems
to be able to stand all kinds of grief. Will come
nearer carrying through the hot weather than any
other kind we have ever seen. Packet, 20c; 1-4 oz.,
75ce; 1-2 oz., $1.50; oz., $2.50.

CELERY

Ger., Sellerie; Fr., Celeri; Sp., Apio; Ital., Sedano.

CULTURE: Sow in May and in June for early
transplanting, and in August and September for a
later crop. Sow thinly and shade during the hot

months. Wen the plants are six inches high, trans-
plant into trenches about four inches deep, nine wide
and two and a half feet apart, made very rich by dig-
ging in rotten manure. Plants should be from 6 to
8 inches apart.

One ounce will produce about 3000 plants, and one

to 175 days.

Our special free pamphlet will be cheerfully mailed
on application.

GIANT PASCAL—One of the best for fall and win- —
ter use. It is a se‘ection from the Golden Self-Blanch- —
ing, and adds to the general good quality of its parent —

superior keeping qualities. The stalks are very large,
solid, crisp and of a rich, nutty flavor.
very easily and quickly. The heart is golden yellow,

It blanches ~

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THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 13

CELERY--Continued.

and very attractive. Pkt., 5c; 1-2 0z., 10c; oz., 20c; 1-4
Ib., 60c; lb., $2.00, postpaid.

GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING—This is the best
Celery for early use. This var:ety is now the lead-
ing sort in all markets as an early Celery. The
stalks are much broader and heavier than those of
the White Plume, and great'y superior in quality. It
is ready for use nearly as early, producing a dwarfer
and much larger bunches of broad, heavy stalks,
blanching to a deep golden yellow. The handsome
color, crispness, tenderness, freedom from stringiness
and nutty flavor of this variety make it only nec-
essary to be tried in order to establish it as the
standard of excellence as an early sort. Pkt., 5c;
1-2 oz., 20c; oz., 30c; 1-4 lb., 90c; lb., $2.75, postpaid.

WHITE PLUME—This sort is too widely known
to require an extended description. We will only say
that we have not yet found a Celery that is as early
and of as good a flavor, as crisp and tender as our
selection of this sort. We sell large quantities of
this seed to market gardeners, who find it uniformly
white and free from green or hollow stalks. Pkt., 5c;
1-2 oz., 15c; oz., 25c; 1-4 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.

LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE—An improved form of
turnip-rooted celery producing large nearly round
roots which have comparatively few side roots, Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; 2 oz., 25c; 1-4 Ib., 40c; lb., $1.50, postpaid.

FLAVORING CELERY—This is old seed and is
used only for flavoring soups and pickles; making
celery salt, celery bitters, etc. Price per packet, 5c;
per oz., 10c; per Ib., 30c, ;

GERMAN CELERIAC, or Turnip Rooted Celery.—
Sow the seed at the same season and give the same

‘treatment as common celery. Transp’ant the young

plants to moist rich soil, in rows two feet apart and
six inches apart in the row. Give thorough culture.
As the roots are the edible portion of this vegetable,
it is not necessary to earth up or “handle” it. After
the roots have attained a diameter of two inches or
over, they are fit for use. To keep through winter,
pack in damp earth or sand and put in the cellar or
leave out of doors, covering with earth and straw
like beets and carrots.

PEE, 9C300Z,119C; 2, 02,1 25e;, 1-4 Ib., 40e% -Ib;,. $1.50,

postpaid.

German Celeriac o1 Turnip Rooted Celery.

Golden Self-Blanching.

CHIVES

Gor., Sehnittlauch.

Chives are very hardy and perennial members of
the onion family. They are grown exclusively for
their tops. Planted in clumps in any garden soil,
they grow rapidly, and increase so as to render a divi-
sion necessary. The tops appear very early in spring
and can be cut throughout the season, They are fine
for flavoring steaks and salads of all kinds.

Roots, per bunch, 25c by mail, postpaid.

CHERVIL -

Ger., Gartenkerbel; Fr., Cerfeuil; Ital., Serfoglio.

A hardy annual, worthy of more general use for
flavoring and garnishing. The curled variety is
even more beautiful than parsley and can be used
to great advantage in beautifying dishes of meats and
vegetables. =

CULTURE: Sow in early spring in rich, well-pre-
pared soil, and when plants are well established trans-
plant te about one foot apart,

CURLED—Greatly
variety, being earlier,
as fine perfume and flavor.
(sex 1=4..1b..225¢3. 4 Ib. 1G.

superior to the old, plain
handsomer and having fully
Pkt. 5e3 0z.; 106320285

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

14: REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

CHICORY

Ger., Cichorienwurzel; Fr., Chicoree; Ital., Cicoria

Selvatico.

LARGE-ROOTED, OR COFFEE—Our stock is the
improved type, with very much larger, smoother,

whiter and proportionately shorter roots than the old

COLLARDS

kind.

¢ — Collards. Pg :
Ger., Blaetter- “Kohl; Fr., Chou. '

Nearly walated: to” and should be treated like Cab-
bage; extensively grown throughout the South for
“Greens.” Our stock is Georgia srown.

GEORGIA SILVER, OR SOUTHERN—Per pkt., 5c;
per oz., 10c; per lb.; 75c.

GEORGIA BLUE STEM—Favorite and standard for
South Texas. Per pkt., 5c; per oz., 10c; per lb., 75c.

Corn Salad or Fetticus

Ger., Feldsalat; Fr., Mache; Ital., Valeriana.

Used as a salad throughout the winter and spring,
and extensively grown for market. One ounce will
sow 20 square feet.

LARGE- Se a Wk ae 5e; oz., 10c; 1-4 Ib., 20c; i

COTTON

All of our COTTON SEED, with the exception of
our native seed, is obtained from districts where the
boll-weevil is unknown, and is, therefore, free from
the germ of this abominable pest. Our seeds will be
found as true to name as skilled growing can pro-
duce them. Prices on large lots and car lots fur-
nished on application.

RUSSELL’S BIG BOLL PROLIFIC—This Cotton is
so well known among growers that it does not need
very much introduction. It is a thrifty large five-

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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lock Cotton, and is practically storm proof. It is a
strong, stout plant and a vigorous grower, and pro-
duces a good, strong lint, and will produce a lint
yield of 331-3 to 38 per cent.

Express or freight, not prepaid, peck, 50c; bu., $1. 50.

KING'S. IMPROVED EXTRA EARLY—Owing to
the extreme earliness of production, this variety has
been called, “The Weevil Beater.” The bolls are small
and the plants are very strong and large producers,
and it is a good early maketable Cotton.

Express or freight, not prepaid, peck, 75c;
$2.00.

MEBANES’ IMPROVED TRIUMPH—This Cotton, a |

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bu.,

native of Texas, has a strong thrifty, deep-rooted,
well shaped stalk, and is a good drouth resister; 1,300
pounds of Seed Cotton, of this variety, will produce
a 500-pound bale of Cotton. In other words, it will
show a lint yield of 35 to 41 per cent lint,

Express or freight, not prepaid, peck, 50c; bu., $1.50.

ROWDEN’S IMPROVED BIG BOLL PROLIFIC—

It has the largest sale of any Cotton ever sold in _
Texas, and all who plant it say it is the best Big
Boll Cotton they have ever grown. It is far superior
to the famous Storm-Proof in hanging in the boll. Tt
also over one-thirds itself, 1400 pounds Seed Cotton ©
making 500 pounds lint; staple equal to any grown
in Texas, and will show a line yield of 331-3 to 38
per cent, and the ordinary picker can easily pick |
from 300 pounds to 500 pounds per day. We recom- >
mend this Cotton to our customers. Each boll of —
Cotton is a handful in itself. Selected Seed. Express ~
or freight not prepaid, peck, 50c; bu., $1.50.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 15

CRESS

Ger., Kresse; Fr., Cresson; Sp., Mastruco; Ital.,
Agretto.

NEW UPLAND CRESS—Has the highly prized
flavor of Water Cress. It is a perennial plant, and
can be grown for several years witnout renewal.
Pkt., Sc; .0z,, 30c.

CURLED, OR PEPPER GRASS—This small salad
is much used with lettuce; also for garnishing, to the
fiavor of which its warm, pungent taste makes a2
most agreeable addition. Per pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 2 ozs.,
15c; 1-4 lb., 20c; 1 lb., 50c, postpaid.

TRUE WATER—This is quite distinct from the
last, and only thrives when its roots and stems are

submerged in water. Pkt., 5c; oz., 30c; 2 ozs., 55c;
1-4 Ilb., $1.00; 1 Ib., $3.00, postpaid.

Ger., Gurken; Fr., Concombre; Sp., Pepino; Ital.,
Citriolo.

An ounce will plant 50 hills; two pounds will plant
an acre. Ready for market in 50 days from planting.

CULTURE: If planted before danger of frost is
passed, they must be protected. Sow in hills 3x4
feet, ten to twelve seeds to the hill, and after they
sprout thin to five or six, always selecting those which
seem most vigorous. In each hill, before planting,
put a shovelful of well-rotted manure. Keep down
the weeds with cultivator and hoe. Keep a watchful
eye for insects and destroy them as fast as they ap-
pear. Our Cucumber seeds are the most profitable
for the market gardener or trucker, as they are the
most satisfactory for the family garden. They are
grown to our order by the very best growers, who
are specialists, and reside in localities peculiarly
adapted to the maturing of the different varieties.
Don’t fail to plant for a fall crop of Cucumbers.

‘‘Improved Long Green.

1 Ms Or Sea Klondike.

NOTE—Growers will be wise to scatter Tobacco
stems thickly over their Cucumber beds as they ma-
terially keep down destructive insects. On the first
appearance of insects, spray and SPRAY THOR-
OUGHLY, with Tobacco tea, fish oil soap or kero-
sene emulsion. Don’t sprinkle—SPRAY.

KLONDIKE—This is not only the most attractive,
but the foremost Cucumber for any purpose on the
market today. The color is a rich, dark, deep green,
with an average length of ten or twelve inches. It
is very tender and of exceedingly fine flavor. For
shipping purposes it is unsurpassed.

EARLY FORTUNE—Highly esteemed for the at-
tractive, medium-sized pickles which it produces. It
bears profusely. The fruits are dark green, tender,
crisp, and fine for slicing. They are of uniform, cylin-
drical shape.

EVERGREEN WHITE SPINE—Beautiful in shapé
and color and of the finest quality. The fruit is long,
cylindrical, dark green, with very white, crisp and
tender flesh. The vine is vigorous and productive. _

EXTRA LONG WHITE SPINE—Crisp and tender
at -all stages of its growth, and slow to make seed.

TAILBY’S HYBRID—Remarkably free from culls,
prolific, retains color a long time, and adapted to
all uses,

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

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CUCUMBERS—Continued.

IMPROVED LONG GREEN—Vines very vigorous
and productive, forming fruit fit for the table nearly
as early as the shorter sorts; fruit about twelve
inches long, firm and crisp. Excellent for pickles;
also the mature fruits are sometimes used for mak-
ing sweet pickles. We offer a carefully selected
strain, uniformly long and of good form,

EXTRA EARLY LONG GREEN—Has all the good
traits of the Improved Long Green, with the addi-
tional one of being extra early in attaining market
size. .

EARLY FRAME—A good early variety, but not so

popular as the foregoing kind. As it is a very small
variety, it is used extensively for pickling.

LONG GREEN TURKEY—A long variety, attaining
a length of from fifteen to eighteen inches when
grown. Very fine and productive.

EARLY CLUSTER—Early, short and prickly; it
bears in clusters. Principally cultivated for pickling.

ARLINGTON WHITE SPINE—This_ strain of
White Spine has been improved, through careful se-
lection. It is rich green in color throughout its entire
length, is one of the earliest and a prolific bearer.

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Arlington White Spine.

JAPANESE CLIMBING CUCUMBER—The vines
are extra strong and foliage more vigorous than other
kinds. . Being of a climbing habit, it can be grown
on trellises, etc. Fruit is round, about 10 inches long,
thick, of fine flavor. It is very prolific, from forty
to fifty cucumbers growing on a Single plant.

PERFECTED JERSEY PICKLE—The small cu-
cumbers of this splendid variety are short, cylin-
drical and blunt ended making, when packed in bot-
tles, very handsome, showy pickles of the very best
quality. For this purpose we recommend the variety
more highly than any other sort.

WEST INDIA GHERKIN—A very small, oval-
shaped, prickly variety; grown exclusively for pick-
ling.

Pkt. Oz. 1-4 lb. 1-2 Ib. Ib.
PNT) Gi en eet co ener te ea 5 10 35 60 $1.10
Extra Long White Spine..... 5 10 35 60 1.10
i We BND oh a= Mitel 5 4 6 big Uo pane A RA 5 10 35 60 1.10
Improved Long Green ........ 5 10 35 8660 1.10
Extra Early Long Green..... 5 10 35 60 1.10
ALY cP AIMNe sa ie eg ae se 5 10 35 60 1.19

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS,

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Long Green Turkey .......... §° 10. -35.°-66... 2 dae
Harly -Cluster 9 ce ee ee 5 10 35 60 1.10
Arlington White Spine ....... 5 10 35 60 1.10
Japanese Climbing .......... 5 15 50 90° 2.00 —
Perfected Jersey Pickle ...... LO). Bo reeee 1.10
West India Gherkin ......... 5 15 50 990 1.50
Marly... WOrtune: tac0e s: i ee ee 5 10 30 =. 60 1.104
Evergreen White Spine ...... ye 10". Boece eae 1.10

Above prices are all prepaid.
or freight, DEDUCT 10c per lb.

Choice Selected Seed Corn

Every planter realizes what GOOD SEED CORN
means, and we have spent both time and money in
securing the BEST and HIGHEST GRADES that can
be produced, and our customers can rest assured of
getting a QUALITY for next season that can not be
BHAT.

If wanted by express

Our corn is and for years has been grown for
us ‘by skilled specialists, and our friends will find it
always of high grade and strong germinating power.

Corn is one of the most important crops, not only —
in the United States, but of the entire world. A
good crop in the United States represents a farm
value twice as great as the cotton crop.

i. The rapid growth of the live-stock industry and the
Bue 1dvantages of diversifying crops have led to a marked ~
. \V nerease in the acreage of Corn in all of the Ssuth-
uty ern States. The South has speciar advantages for —
Y £= the raising of-corn, in the long season during which
fo ==i+ may be grown and the ready sale of the crop at

remunerative prices. Planting may be done as earty

= as February in the Gulf States or it may be deferred

until after a crop of oats, for instance, has been gath-
ered from the land in June. Any soil which will
produce a good crop of cotton wiil also produce good

corn or any land which has made good crops of hay ©

will make a good crop of corn immediately after the
sod has been plowed. White dent varieties usually
make a heavier yield than colored sorts, though many
of the latter are more vigorous and hardy.

CULTURE: Plant in hills 3x3 feet, and cultivate

shallow, but continuously. When the Corn is “laid
by,” plant Cow Peas in the water furrow. If no
other variety can be had Black Eyes will do. The

Cow Peas_ will nitrogenize the soil, and at the same
time provide food for your stock, to say nothing of
what your family will eat.

WHITE’ WONDER—This Corn originated in Ok-—
lahoma and has demonstrated to be the best to with- |

stand adverse weather conditions and has become a
general favorite with planters of South Texas.
favorable seasons this corn will yield from 80 to 100

bushels per acre, while other varieties make from |

35 to 50 bushels. It is the only early variety that

SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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SEED CORN—Continued.

matures large ears, ripening at the same time as the
earliest sorts,

CHAMPION WHITE PEARL—Undoubtedly and
unqualifiedly the best all-around Corn on earth. It is
pearly white, rich in saccharine matter, prolific, ears

well shaped and quick to mature. It is unexcelled

as a stock food and makes an excellent roasting ear.
Under favorable conditions, roasting ears can bs
pulled in 42 days.

IOWA SILVER MINE—A snow-white Corn of larg-
er grain than the above, maturing in 100 days; an
excellent field Corn.

MASTODON—A large grain, large-eared, early
maturing Yellow Corn, maturing in 60 days. This
variety is locally known as “Yellow Dent” and is very
generally planted.

KING OF THE EARLIEST—The earliest and most
prolific Yellow Corn known, and the one most gen-
erally planted in this section of the State.

LEGAL TENDER—A nest-early Yellow Dent, the
grains of which are narrower and a fraction longer
than the Mastodon.

BLOODY BUTCHER—A most beautiful large-
grained Red Corn. It is an enormous yielder of large,
handsome ears, measuring frem 10 to 12 inches long
and containing from fifteen to twenty rows of splen-
did, deep grains,

TUXPAN—A white Corn of Mexican origin, which
is said to be nearly weevil proof; a vigorous grower,
and can be planted either for early or late crops, and
not infrequently is planted for both. We have been
very careful in keeping our strain pure.

IMPROVED GOLDEN DENT—A standard variety
and one of the very best yellow grained Corns fcr
the South. It is a vigorous grower, heavy yielder
and a very popu'tar stock Corn. It has given good
satisfaction wherever planted and we highly recom-
mend it to anyone who has not already given it a
trial.

STRAWBERRY—One of the best feeding varieties
grown. Enormously productive, with ears of very
large size.

SQUAW —We sold quite a lot of this Corn in Tex-
as the past season, and it has certainly come to
stay. Some of our farmers say it is the best Corn
they ever p‘anted. This Corn can be planted in
spring and summer and makes two crops. A great
many people prefer it to Mexican June Corn. Makes
splendid roasting ears. It has a small, long ear, and
is the original Indian Corn. The grains are peculicr,
some being red, blue, speckled and white—more blue
than any other color; has very plump grains and
always fills out in any season; matures in 70 days
and should be tried by every Corn grower.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

17

HICKORY KING—A prolific white Dent Corn, with
large grains and remarkably small cob. Two and
three ears are frequent'y borne on a Stalk.

OUR STOCKS OF CORN ARE OF THE HIGHEST GRADE THAT MONEY CAN BUY.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

18 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

GOURD SEED, OR SHOE-PEG—A Southern white
Dent Corn, producing large ears and long grain. Ma-
tures in about 120 days and yields from 50 to 75
bushels per acre, |

GOLDEN BEAUTY—(100 days.) The ears are
perfect shape, with from 10 to 14 straight rows of
bright yellow grains; remarkable in size, and filled
out completely to the end of the cob. The richness
of color and fine quality of grain make it vastly su-
perior for grinding into meal. The grains are not
of a hard, flinty nature, neither are they so soft as to
be greatly shriveled. The ears are easily shelled, al-
though the kernels are firm on the ear, and in every
respect as perfect a type as it could be possible te
have.

IOWA GOLD MINE—In this Corn we have found

one that combines the good qualities of all the Yel-

low Dent varieties. The length of the grain is one
of its special features, which, combined with a me-
dium sized cob, makes it a heavy yielding Corn,
From 70 pounds of ears, 60 to 62 pounds of shelled
Corn may be obtained. The color of the grain through-
out is bright yellow. Among the different yellow
varieties the Iowa Gold Mine has the finest appear-
ance, both on the cob and shelled.

KANSAS WHITE—A selected white Corn, much
used by large p anters;.an excellent Corn, but, being
without a “pedigree,” is usually sold at only a slight
advance on select high-grade Corn.

We also carry a native Texas| Corn, both yellow
and white, and can furnish selected bred varieties.

Above prices by express or freight at purchaser’s
expense. Write for prices in quantities, ;

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Champion White Pearl .......... 25 50 75 $1.50
Towa Silver Mine ............... 25 —~ 50a. 4D 1.56
Mia StOdOn: ico t miss «lsicuebhoses> sacenae esas 25. 50'S io 1.50
Kings of gthesHaniiestse orate 25 60 75 1.50
Leral aMendersuodis cance oad casaite 25.50) ae fan 1.56
Stra wbenry a yepscnse hors deeteb tie cee 25.: .50 85 1.60
FIR ony, ARG ie ee soars caecele © ofegae 35 60 1.00 1.75
TUX PATI Petoric. ais eo keee sacs Cite Ra oes 25. 0 F hea 1.60
Improved Golden Dent ........... 745 Ta 5) We 2 1.50
Gourd Seed or Shoe-Peg......... 35 60 1.00 1.96
White ~ WONGEI A crarceran says oo viaere oak 35. 60>, 4399 1.75
Sowa tow ieeeereeicty fern cere a! ce wheleve 30.. 50 B06 2.00
TRANS AS) AWilbibeigreac ie tiscetc caress. © elate eras 20 40 65 1.25
TOXAS) TVWibitiamterctontccdaiete «clas ofe, adios 20 40 65 1.25
TeXas VellOW. Geach eiision i. <-. oie eset 20 40 £465 1.25
Golden@Benuuy™ oo. vine ames vee ne ales 25°" 50" “is 1.50
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THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 19

MEXICAN JUNE CORN

IMPORTED MEXICAN JUNE CORN—The best
success is obtained from Imported June Corn. Texas
grown June Corn will not give as good results, June
Corn is a dry weather crop. Its roots reach deep in
the soil and draw nourishment from a depth never
attained by our more Northern Corn. The only pos-
sible failure of acropis duringa very wetseason. This
Corn is grown by the most experienced and trust-
worthy grower, and you can abso'utely depend on its
genuineness. Prices 30 cts. per quart postpaid; ex-
press or freight at purchaser’s expense, qt., 20c; 1-2
pk., 40c; pk., 65c; 1-2 bu., $1.25; bu., $2.35.

WHITE SNOWFLAKE CORN—This is considered
one of the best white field varieties ever introduced
in the South. The stalks grow from seven to eight
feet and produce two good-size ears each, the cob of
which is very small and the grains deep., It is a
splendid Corn for shelling and of fine quality for
roasting ears,

Sweet, Sugar or Garden Corn

EXTRA EARLY ADAMS—A splendid garden Corn,
with small grains and ears, but maturing early and
bringing the highest prices in the market. One of
our customers bought $2.00 worth of this Corn last
January, which gave him a clear profit of $234.00.

EARLY ADAMS—Following the Extra Early in
season, but with larger grains and ears, but about
seven days later.

COUNTRY GENTLEMAN—A sugar Corn which
has given perfect satisfaction, frequently producing
three to five ears to the stalk; grains deep and nar-
row and zigzagged on the cob; ears small, but very
rich in sugar,

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN—The old. standard
variety, too well known to more than mention.

MAMMOTH SUGAR—A large late variety, having
ears of mammoth size, 14 to 20 rows. Quality ex-
cellent, not exceeded by any variety. A week later
than Stowell’s Evergreen.

METROPOLITAN—One of the popular. early
Sweet Corns. The stalks grow about 4 feet in height
and, as a rule, bear two good sized ears. The ears
are 10-12 rowed, cob is white and the kernels are
large and very sweet. On account of its hardiness
it is quite valuable for very early planting. As it
matures sometimes just as there is a let up on the
market from the extra early and before the medium
season corns cOme in, some of our market garden
customers have been quite successful growing this
variety.

All our Corn is grown FOR US by Specia’ists, who
have devoted their entire lives to this line of business.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

20 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

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SWEET CORN—Continued.

Not.
Postpaid. Prepaid.
Pt. Qt. 1-2 PK. PK.

Extra, Harly Adams. 22.20. sae 35 75 $1.35
Harly Adamnig<2 2.2... ee eer 20 EOD 75 1.35
Country Gentleman ............. 20 35 75 1.35:°
Stowell’s Evergreen ............ 20 35 75 1.36:
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Metropolitan, ca ecide 2's stare, nue i cpeee 207? 35 15 1.35

If Corn, in pints and quarts, is ordered by express
or freight, DEDUCT 5e per pint and 10c per quart.

DANDELION

Ger., Pardeblume; Fr., Pissen-Lit; Sp., Amargon;
Ital., Lente de Leone.

IMPROVED LARGE LEAF—An improved variety,
very early and largely cultivated for greens, or if
blanched like Celery makes a fine and delicious salad.
The roots when dried and roasted are often employed
as a substitute for coffee. Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c.

ENDIVE

Ger., Endivie; Fr., Chicoree; Sp., Escarola; Ital.,
Indivia.

‘One ounce will plant 100 feet of drill; three pounds
will plant an acre.

CULTURE: Seed may be sown at any time except
February and March; sow in drills three feet apart
and thin to ten inches in the row; ten days before
wanted for the market, bring the outer leaves to the
center and tie together, which bleaches the inner
leaves,

GREEN CURLED—Leaves finely laciniated, giv-
ing the plant a mossy appearance. Price per packet,
5e; per oz., 20c; per Ib., $1.50. Postpaid.

BATAVIAN ROUND—Larger leaved than _ the

above, but equally as good. Price per packet, 5c; per
oz., 20c; per lb., $1.50. Postpaid.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 21

EGG PLANT

New York Spineless.

Ger., Eierpfianze; Fr., Auberguie;
Ital., Petronciano.

One ounce of seed will produce 1000 plants.

In our Coast Country these can be planted and
housed until frost is over as a profitable crop. No
vegetable can excel this for early market. January
and February are the opportune months to sow your
beds, if conditions are normal.

CULTURE: Plant seed in frames and set in the
open, as soon as danger of frost is over, in rows three
feet apart and two and one-half feet in the row. Keep
down the weeds, supply fertilizer, don’t let the roots
suffer for water, and success will reward you. Keep
watch for insect enemies, particularly the potato bug
or Colorado beetle.

IMPROVED LONG PURPLE—Fruit large, smooth,
deep-colored; flesh white and deliciously flavored, and
plant spineless.

IMPROVED NEW YORK SPINELESS—An en-
tirely spineless variety. The plant and stem of the

fruit is free from spines. An exceedingly productive
variety. Fruit of large size and perfect form.

FLORIDA HIGH-BUSH—This new variety is of
remarkably vigorous growth, making strong, upright
bushes, which are very hardy and productive. Will
stand considerable cold weather, and the blossoms
are not blighted by the hot sun. It resists drought
and wet weather to a wonderful degree. The fruits
are of large size.

BLACK BEAUTY—Ten days or two weeks earlier
than the preceding, with fruits just as large, of more
uniform shape and of rich, lustrous black color.
Fruits develop very quickly and planters will be
pleased with them.

Sp., Beringene;

Pkt. Oz 1-41b. 1 1b.

EMAC KT SCA VILY. | « aia dc hole wore oa alalacee ake D 35 90 $3.00
Improved Long Purple ........... 5 aa / 90 3.00
Improved New York Spineless... 5 35 1.00 3.50
Pian: 21h Posh... «a2. 2c wees i ope: 1 Nets bee 4.00

All above are prepaid.

GARLIC

Ger., Knoblauch; Fr., Ail; Sp., Ajo; Ital., Aglio.

This is a vegetable which is used to a great extent
in the South, especially in Louisiana. It is used
chiefly by the foreign population to flavor stews, and
so forth.

20c per lb. postpaid, or 15c per Ib. by express or
freight, not prepaid.

Write for prices on larger quantities.

GOURDS

Texas is the natural home of these plants.

The Gourds are annuals, rapid growers, from 10 to
20 feet high, valuable for covering screens or arbors;
shoul@ have moist, rich, loamy soil to attain per-
fection.

DIPPER—The old-fashioned Calabash.
packet, 5c; per oz., 15c.

SUGAR TROUGH—The largest of the Gourd fam-
ily. Price, per packet, 5c; per oz., 15c,

HERCULES CLUB—Long, club-shaped and a rap-
id grower. Price, per packet, 5c; per oz., 15c.

NEST EGG—Size, shape and color of a hen’s egg,
used as a nest egg. Price, per packet, 5c; oz., 15c.

ORANGE—Size, color and shape of an orange, and
sweet scented. Price, per packet, 10c; per oz., 15c.

HERBS

AROMATIC AND MEDICINAL

Price, per

CULTURE: “Most of the varieties thrive best in
sandy soil, and some are stronger and better flavor-
ei when grown on that which is rather poor, but in
all eases the soil should be carefu‘ly prepared and
well cultivated, as the young plants are for the most
part delicate and easily choked out by weeds. Sow
in drills sixteen to eighteen inches apart, taking pains-
that the soil is fine and pfssed firmly over the seed.
Seed shou’d be sown early in the spring; such va-
rieties as Sage, Rosemary, Lavender and Basil are
best sown in a frame and then transplanted into the
garden. Most of them should be cut when in bloom,
wilt-d in the sun and thoroughly dried in the shade.

ANISE—A well known annual herb whose seeds,
which have an agreeable aromatic odor and taste, are
used for dyspepsia and colic.

BALM—A perennial herb, easily propagated by di-
vision of the root or frsm seed.

BASIL, SWEET—A hardy annual from the East
Indies. The seed and stems have the flavor of cloves,
and are used for flavoring soups and sauces,

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

22 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

BENE—This plant is grown here in the South for
{ts seeds and leaves, which have medicinal] virtues.

BORAGE—A hardy annual used as a pot herb and
for bee pasturage,

CORIANDER—The seeds are used in the manu-
facture of liquors and confectionery,

CARAWAY—Cultivated for its seeds, which are
used in confectionery, cakes, rye bread, etc. The
leaves are sometimes used in soups,

DILL—An annual grown for its seeds, as well as
for the greens, as they both have a strong aromatic
odor and a warm, pungent taste.

FENNEL—This is grown extensively here by the
{talan gardeners for the market, and is a’so called
[talian celery.

LAVENDER—Hardy. perennial. growing about two
feet high. Used for distillation of lavender water, or
dried and used to perfume linen.

MARJORAM, SWEET—A perennial, the young,
tender tops being used gre-n for flavoring or they
may be dried and used for winter for flavoring meats,
Sausage, etc.

ROSEMARY—Hardy, perennial with fragrant odor
and warm, aromatic bitter taste. Used for tea,

RUE—Hardy perennial with a pecu’iar smell. It
must not be suffered to run to seed, and does best
on poor soil.

SAGE—A hardy perennial possessing some medicin-
al properties, but cultivated principally for use as a
condiment, it being used more extensively than any
other herb for flavoring and dressing.

SUMMER SAVORY—A hardy annual, the dried
_ Stems, leaves and flowers of which are extensively

THIS
VARIETY
IS CALLED
FOR IN
EVERY
MARKET
GARDEN.
ORDER,
THEREFORE,
THE BEST

used for f'avoring, particularly in dressings and soups.

THYME—This herb is perennial, and is both a
medicinal and culinary plant. The young leaves and
tops are used for soups, dressing and sauce.

All herbs 5c a packet,

HORSE RADISH

The best Horse Radish is grown from small pieces
of roots four:to five inches long, These will be fit for
use in one season’s growth. A dozen roots will give
all that will be needed for family use; as they con-
stantly increase, it is best to plant them in some
out-of-the-way corner of the garden. 30c per dozen,
Toe for 50; $1.25 for 100, postpaid. Not prepaid, 76c
for 50. $1.25 per 100.

Plant in fall and spring. ai

VEGETABLE PLANTS

Chives (Schnittlauch), 25c per bunch,
Cabbage, 50c per 100; $4.50 per 1000.
Cauliflower, $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per 1000,

Eggplants, 20c dozen; $1.50 per 100;
1000.

Tomatoes, 15e dozen; $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per 1000.

Sweet Pepper, 20c dozen; $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per
1000.

Hot Pepper, 20c dozen; $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1006.

A'l plants are shipped by express or freight at
purchaser’s expense and risk.

These vegetable plants are grown by ourselves from
the very choicest STOCK SEED.

$10.00 per

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Dwarf Green Curled German.

KALE, OR BORECOLE

Ger., Blaetter Koh‘; Fr.,
Ital., Cavolo verde.

One ounce of seed will sow a drill of about two
hundred feet,

DWARF GREEN CURLED GERMAN —Leaves yel-
lowish green, very compact, and beautifully curled;

Chou Vert; Sp., Breton;

sow in September for winter and spring use. Pkt,

5e; oz., 10c; 1-4 Ib., 25c; Ib., 75c. Postpaid.

DWARF CURLED SCOTCH—Leaves bright green,
curted. very tender and fine flavor; an excellent sort
for private gardens. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 1-4 Ib., 25c;
Ib., 75¢c. Postpaid.

SIBERIAN KALE, OR WINTER SPROUTS—This
is also called German Greens and is sometimes sold

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 23

KALE—Continued.

for Dwarf Green Curled Kale, It is not as curly as
the Dwarf Curled Kale and is different from it in
color. The leaves are smooth in the center, having a
fringed edge. Color has a bluish tinge, not the deep
green of the Dwarf Curled Kale. Pkt., ic; oz., 10c;
Ib., 60c. Postpaid,

SEA KALE—A delicious vegetable, grown for its
blanched shoots, which are cooked like asparagus.
Sow in the spring and plant out like cabbage. Dur-
ing the summer the plant will make a _ slender
growth. The plant being perennial, young shoots ap-
pear the second spring, and these are covered with
earth to banch, or with a flower pot; and if it is de-
sired to force them, cover the pot and earth around
with fresh manure. Pkt., 10c: 0z., 25c.

KOHL-RABI

Ger., Kohl-Rabi; Fr., Chou Rave; Sp., Nabicol;

ftal., Cavolo Rapa.

One ounce of seed will sow about 200 feet of drill,
or produce 1500 plants in seed bed.

CULTURE: Plant and treat like cabbage, and re-
member that rapid. continuous growth produces the
tender plant. The flavor is simi'ar to turnips yet far
superior in palatableness. No Southern home should
be without this vegetable. Seed may be sown at any
time you would plant cabbage.

WHITE VIENNA—Flesh white and tender, and
tops very short; a rapid grower and a favorite truck-
er’s sort.

TRY THIS IN
PLACE OF
TURNIPS
YOU WILL

FIND IT
MORE
PALATABLE

White Vienna Kohl Rabi

PURPLE VIENNA—Similar to above, save outer
skin has a purple tinge. Prices the same.

LARGE GREEN—Hardy, quite late, and used for
feeding stock. Bu'bs large. weighing eight to ten
pounds, whitish green in color; leaves large and num-
erous,

Pkt. Oz. 1-4 Ib.

WaLEROe Vv TOTIMIArT ? ons Sic 2 oie ae elias dtcle.we secu c 5 25 76
Aer CEI 1s) o.cha.k ow < cthboteleile Se ear 5 15 50
BUEPISiV LOR se 2k ps ob <i 0rd pee aviaane vets 5 26 75

LEEK

Ger., Lauch; Fr., Poireau; Sp., Puerro; Ital., Porro.

One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill.

CULTURE: -Sow in seed beds and transp’ant to
the open in rows fourteen inches apart and six inches
in the row; draw earth to the plants as they grow—
just the reverse of onion culture.

LONDON FLAG—This is the variety generally cul-
tivated in this country. It is hardy and of good qual-
ity. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 15c; 1-4 lb., 50c; ib., 90c, postpaid.

LETTUCE

CABBAGE OR HEADING VARIETIES

Ger., Garten Salat; Fr., Laitue; Sp., Lachuge; Ital,
Lattuga.

An ounce will produce 2500 plants,

CULTURE: Sow the seeds in beds and transplant
to the open in rows fourteen inches apart and ten
inches in the row; in making the seed bed, it is best
to have it rather poor than rich. As ants are very
fond of this seed, it is best to sprout the seed before
planting; failure to do this is the not infrequent cause
of growers complaining that the seed is infertile. The
soil for lettuce should be quite rich, rather moist and
kept well cultivated and fertilized. Our local mar-
kets require a large head lettuce, as for instance, the
Big Boston, while other markets require the Grand
Rapids type. Truckers should learn the types re-

quired in the various markets before shipping.

May King.

MAY KING LETTUCE—In our recent extensive
tria’s of American and European Lettuces we found
May King a decidedly supericr early heading sort.
Grown under glass this variety matured a large,
handsome, Lght green head practically as early as

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

R4

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

LETTUCE— Continued.

any of the strictly forcing sorts. Grown outdoors
May King proved entirely satisfactory and the ear-

liest of all to form a marketable head. Among extra
early sorts it is unsurpassed in quality and we recom-

mend it for forcing under glass and as the best large

extra early sort for growing out of doors.

Big Boston,

BIG BOSTON—A popular sort for outdoor winter
culture and also in demand as a compact, large head-
ing, forcing sort. Plants large, very hardy and vigor-
ous; leaves broad, comparatively smooth but wavy
at edge, thin and very hard; color bright, light green;
when well grown are quite tender. Grown extensive-
ly in the South as a winter Lettuce.

CALIFORNIA CREAM BUTTER—A strong grow-
ing sort with large, green leaves marked with scat-
tered brown dashes. It forms a very solid head of
rich cream colored leaves, very thick, tender and of
splendid quality.

SALAMANDER—A large, compact, light green
head of excellent quality. One of the most satisfactory
heading Lettuces for growing outdoors. A great heat
resister.

HANSON—Grows to large size and is uniformly
sure heading. Heads are solid and beautifully
blanched; crisp, mild and tender.

DEACON—Heads of medium size, very solid and
in condition for use as long as any variety.
The inner leaves blanch to a bright, rich yellow and
are exceedingly well flavored, crisp and tender.

PASSION—Large, solid, rapid grower and good
shipper; much grown in Louisiana for the Northern
markets.

DENVER MARKET—An early variety of Head
Lettuce, either for forcing or open ground. The leaves
are beautifully marked and blistered (like the Savuy
Cabbage), very crisp and tender.

WHITE SUMMER CABBAGE—Bright green, vigor-
Ous and forms a firm head of thick, tender leaves,
inner ones blanched a beautiful cream-yellow.

EARLY TENNIS BALL—One of the best Head Let-
tuces for early planting outdoors. Plants me-
dium sized, having thick, dark green leaves and
when well grown forming very solid heads, the in-

ner leaves being blanched to a rich creamy-white
and exceedingly crisp, tender and rich flavored.

HOUSTON MARKET—Excellent for mid-summer;
one of the best for resisting heat. Heads large, well
blanched, crisp, tender and sweet.

Slow to run to
seed. Extra gocd table quality. 4

Curled or Loose Leaf Varieties

EARLY PRIZE HEAD—This popular variety pro-
duces large, loose heads of finely crimpled and fring-
ed leaves, the outer portions of which are shaded
with brown. Exceedingly crisp, sweet and tender.
One of the best for the home garden.

BLACK “SEEDED SIMPSON—For those. who like
a large, thin, exceedingly tender leaf and for those
markets which demand a large, loose cluster of
leaves rather than a solid head, this is one of the
best varieties, either for forcing or early sowing out
of doors. Plant forms a large, ioose head, light yel-
lowish green in color, so that a little wilting is not
noticed. Leaves large, thin, slightly ruffled and bis-
tered, even the larger outer ones being quite tender.
It is attractive, of excellent qualtiy and continues a
long time in condition for use.

GRAND RAPIDS—As a Lettuce for greenhouse
forcing, this variety undoubtedly stands at the
head of the list, being of quick growth, little
liable to rot and standing for some days after
being fit to cut. The plant is upright and forms a
loose head or cluster of large, bright green leaves
slightly crimped and blistered and rather thin. The
leaves do not wilt quickly after cutting so that the
variety will stand shipping long distances better than
most sorts.

EARLY CURLED SIMPSON WHITE SEED—
Forms a close, compact mass of curly yellowish green
leaves. Earlier than the head varieties. Good for
cold frames or early p!anting for outdoors. i

PARIS WHITE COS, ROMAINE, OR CELERY—
This variety grows strong and upright, producing
long leaves, which should be tied up and blanched

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

LETTUCE--Continued.

before cutting, which makes them very crisp and ten-
der.. They are quite hardy, and will force well. They
are the most popular variety in France and Eng.and,
where they are frequently served without dressing
and simply eaten like celery, with salt.

Pkt. Oz. 1-4Ib. 1 1b.

EPLOUStOMEA TAPE... daroticie eae. s e's ue 5 10 35D $1.20
St Se SST ee oe eee 5 10 35 1.10
rere... <n << Ee eR 5 10 35 1.10
SaAMaAnGer! ... . . See e seme Salen. 5 10 35 1.10
White Summer Cabbage .......... 5 10 35 1.10
Black Seeded Simpson ............ 5 10 35 1.10
MSTANG VECADIOS “ertertar. sss) elie ees 5 10 35 1.10
Men VernMark Gh enciew ws sco se 's ais neces 5 10 35 1.10
Early Curled Simpson W. &S.......5 10 35 1.10
Galiformia, Cream: Butter 2... .2<5<. 5 10 35 1.10
BASSION iG ers ceene Ener aro ve WSLS ple ooanene tie 5 10 35 1.10
PPOT SON meee ae es ne cielo s Spee wkiets 5 10 35 1.10
iP SsYeC ah) Sates eee See 5 10 35 1.10
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Pinu ads et ee eee 1G | 50 1.75
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Above are all at postpaid prises.

MELONS

MUSK AND CANTALOUPE

Genuine Rocky Ford Musk Melon.

Ger., Cantaloup2; Fr., Melon Muscade; Sp., Mel-
one Muscatel; Ital., Popone.

One ounce of -seed will plant sixty hills; two and
half pounds will plant an acre,

The standard shipping Cantaloupe for South Texas.
thousands of cars are shipped annually frem the
Gulf Coast region.

CULTURE—Plant in hills of 6x6 feet; use only
thoroughly rotted manure in the hills; cultivate as
for cucumb2rs; keep close watch for insect enemies,
and spray vigorously just a litt'e bit before they ap-
pear, and keep up the good work.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 25

GREEN FLESHED VARIETIES

GENUINE ROCKY FORD—A sweet, luscious Me'on
that has become world-famous for its captivating
flavor. It is safe to say that no Melon has ever
come on the market which has sold so readily and
at such high prices as the Rocky Ford, often to the
exclusion of other varieties.

The reason for the popularity of this Melon is two-
fo'd. First, its superb table qualities, being firm,
sweet and remarkably solid. Second, its wonderful
shipping quality, which enables it to be carried great
distances, and yet arrive in first-class condition for
market. The fruit is of medium size, slightly oval
shaped, heavily netted and solid. The flesh is green,
thick and juicy. It is ear‘y and wonderfully pro-
ductive.

Our geed was grown for us by one of the most care-
ful and reliable growers in Colorado,

NETTED GEM—vVery early, small, coarsely. net-
ted, green flesh, fine flavored. Good shipping va-
riety,

VAN BUSKIRK’S NETTED ROCK CANTA-
LOUPE—This Melon is a great improvement over
the ordinary Rocky Ford. It is very thick meated,
smallest seed cavity, heavily netted, splendid ship-
per, and sweetest Cantaloupe grown. This is the
Melon for the trucker to grow for long distance ship-
ments,

EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK—From ten to fif-
teen days earlier than the Hackensack, and of the
same type and size; it is the result of intelligent
selection.

LARGE HACKENSACK—A large, round Melon,
flattened at the ends and well ribbed. The skin is
deeply netted. The flesh is green, of delicious flavor,
It is a strong grower, and is very productive.

IMPROVED GREEN PROLIFIC NUTMEG—A
greatly improved strain of the old Green Nutmeg.
Fruit of a medium size, very rich, melting and of
exquisite flavor.

TEXAS CANNON BALL—This Melon is as round
as a ball, of medium size, 6 to 8 inches in diameter
and heavily netted. Flesh light green, melting and
highly flavored. Remarkably solid with extremely
small seed cavity.

BANANA—Fruit two feet long and six inches in
diameter. A great resister of drought,

NEW ORLEANS MARKET-A large, ribbed, rough
netted Melon in universal demand during the entire
season.

ACME, or BALTIMORE—Oval-shaped fruits of
medium size. They are thick'y netted, well-ribbed
and the firm, green flesh, is of superior flavor.

ORANGE OR YELLOW FLESHED
VARIETIES

BURRELL’S GEM—A truly delicious Melon for
home use, or if you desire a variety which will bring
a fancy price on the market, we unhesitatingly rec-
ommend the Burrell Gem. It is of about the same
size and shap2 as the Rocky Ford, but has rich
golden yellow flesh of the most delicious flavor, solid
and a most desirable shigping sort.

EMERALD GEM—Undoubtedly the finest in flavor
and the earliest to ripen of the yellow fleshed varie-
ties, and while too soft to stand shipping any great

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

26 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.
Rees ee aR RM ae een ot ST

MUSK MELON--Continued.

Emerald Gem.

distance is unequa’led for home use or nearby mar-
kets. Vines of strong and vigorous growth; very
prolific. Is rather small and flattened at both’ ends.
Emerald green, smooth and free from nétting, heavi-
ly ribbed, with narrow bands of lighter, green be-

tween ribs. Flesh very thick, crystaline appearance,
and of rich salmon «clor,

BANQUET—Fles' thick and sa’mon color; Melons
are small, but the seed cavity is also small; this is
one of the richest flavoreqd Melons grown, and will
always be a faver'ts with those to whom quality fs
the prime chject.

OSAGE (Syn. Mitler’s Cream)—Sweet in every
stage of growth, and for a thin skinned variety a
splendid shippe’; is egg-shaped and only lightly net-
ted; flesh a d’-» ‘reamy color,

PAUL Fie!
form shape,
did shippir

Urange flesh, small seed cavity, uni-
utifully netted, fragrant and a splen-

Pkt. Oz. 4%-!b. 1-Ib.

Rocky Hota 02 Roe enn ae): ieee, ean ae Bo 10 25 85
Netted: “(ei e sa hee eo ee ee 5 710 25 85
Extra itarly Hackensack ........ 5 10 380 21°00
Himerala'Genrwisses fee 5 10 30 1 00
Texas: ‘Cannone Bally 4 os) 28) sores 10° TS 2" 50 ao
Banquet va ote eee en eee 510" 30 aoe
OSa Beni iia eerie ee ee 5 10 30 1 00
Banana is. ese te era eee 5 6:10 35

Late Hackensack 2.5). 2 P25 2 aees 5210 7 77307 eee
New Orleans Market ...... Sieteate aD 10 30: "208

Prolific Nutmeg

Acme or Baltimore ............. 5 10 35 1 06
Burrell’s Gem 278.004). os. eres 10 25 75 2 25
Van Buskirk’s Netted Rock..... 10 25 75 25

We pay postage on all of the above.

WATERMELON

In no one seed save Cabbage is the trucker so much
imposed upon as in Watermelon seed. Unprincipled
persons have no hesitancy in gathering mixed seed
from watermelon stands in the larger cities, and sell-
ing them under as many names as they have calls for
seed. Vast qauntities of seeds from culls are annual-

ly placed on the market as are also car loads of-

worthless Northern grown seeds.. That those who
purchased from us last season made crops, true to
name and description, is to be attributed to the fact
that all our Melon seeds were produced from the best
growers and most carefully selected stocks.

ONE OF THE FAVORITE
MELONS FOR HOME
USE

FOR HOME MARKET CAN
NOT BE’ SURPASSED.

CULTURE—Plant 8x8 feet in soil over a hole in
which has been placed a shovelful of rotted manure;
keep the soil turned over as the vines run; under
no circumstances move a vine in plowing; it will be

best to plant in rather light soil. One oz. of seed to
thirty hills; two pounds will plant an acre.

FLORIDA FAVORITE—A popular market sort. Vine
vigorous, large growing and hardy; ripening its fruits
earlier than most of the large sorts: fruit medium
sized to large. Color of skin dark green, striped with
a lighter shade; rind thin but tough; flesh bright

Florida Favorite.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 27

scarlet, ripens closely to the rind and is of the best
quality. This Melon is very highly esteemed especial-
ly in the South.

Alabama Sweet.

ALABAMA SWEET—Extensively grown in the
South for shipping to distant markets. The Melons
are large, of oblong form and have a firm, dark-
green, slightly striped rind. The flesh is bright red
and of delicious flavor, One of the very best of the
long Melons for shipping purposes.

PHINNEY’S EARLY—The first Melon to come into
market; marked like the Rattlesnake, and has not
the woody heart of the other early Melons; every
market gardener should plant a few hills of this

variety in order to meet the demand for an
early Melon.

MOUNTAIN SWEET—A good old, reliable
sort, and very popular. Oblong, dark green
skin. Luscious and sugary.

GYPSY, OR GEORGIA RATTLESNAKE—
One of the largest, oldest and most popular
sorts, particulariy in the South. Fruit ob-
long, of light green color, distinctly striped
ang blotched with a darker shade. The flesh
is bright scarlet and very sweet.

KOLB’S GEM—Vines of medium size but remark-
ab y vigorous and healthy. Fruit of the largest size,
round ocr slightly oval. marked with irregular mot-
tled stripes of dark and light green. Rind exceeding-
ly hard and firm, making it a good sort for shipping.
Flesh bright red, solid, a little coarse, but sweet and
tender.

COLE’S EARLY—The finest Melon ever offered for
the amateur and for the home market. Being some-
what brittle will not do for shipping purposes. Very
early and will mature in every State.

BRADFORD—A splendid Melon for home use,
maturing in about 85 days. It is a large, long Melon,
of dark green color, with darker stripes. The red flesh
is sweet and melting, and of excellent texture. It has
a strong vine and is very productive, and is in high
esteem where known. We have personally sampled
every Melon on this list and the Bradford comes as
near suiting our ideal of both a home and shipping
sort as can be found.

PRESERVING CITRON—This variety combines all
the best characteristics of a preserving Melon, and
often attains a weight of 20 Ibs.; flesh white and
very firm.

TOM WATSON—The best Watermelon ever pro-
duced. A wonderfully popular variety. Stocks of

seed last year were entirely exhausted before the end
of season. You must order early if you want Tom

‘Watson. After testing all varieties of Me‘ons, we
do not hesitate to pronounce this one of the sweet-
est, juiciest, most delicious Me'’ons in existence, and
it is especially desirable for the private family. The
skin is dark green, faintly striped; flesh bright red
and peculiarly rich, crisp and pleasant flavored. It
ripens early, is of large size, is a poor shipper, but
a long keeper. Market gardeners will also be rpieased
with it,

HALBERT HONEY—This Melon is described by
the introducers as follows: Equaling in flavor and as
handsome in color as the Tom Watson, but more

Tom Watson.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

28 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

WATERMELON --Continued.

regular in form, and much more productive. Grow-
ing as long as the Tom Watson, the Melons are
blunt both at stem and blossom end, generally free
from any appearance of neck. They average 18 to
20 inches in length; 6 to 8 inches in diameter. Color
of rind a clear, glossy deep green. The flesh is a
beautiful crimson, extending to within less than half
an inch of the rind, which like the flesh is so tender
it will not stand shipping any distance unless care-
fully handled. It is essential‘y the home Melon for
the home garden and for local markets.

Pkt. Oz. %4-Ib. 1-lb.

TO WWE OM 2 oko esas ss ol etaemeee ale 5 10 30 1.00
Bradtordeicew «sc AEA erect, SPE, chore 5 10 25 85
Hallibertibione yi... Ga ie. ie eae 5 10 25 85
Florida -Pavioriite; 52.88.46 22.206 «% 5 10 25 15
Miouytaim: Syweec cn. . re ce oyspatens Oe ea 60
Georgia Rattlesnake ............ 5 oe dO 25 85
Cuban? Queen, ee ee Sees cee 5 10 25 85
Alabama Sweet ...........-¢ shes ta eR 5 10 25 85
Phinneyis arly 2... eee. 6.6). % a5 5 10 20 60
LSSPOM SEWN Yes 00) SNES sat Sr ea See NURI MOVER ee Ot Ba eleey 50
Cole's” Marly. 28 asco. Eile Bis d- 10°. 20 60
Preservine Citron 2 ov. v eo ck Se g 10 25 85

All the above are at postpaid prices.

MUSHROOMS

Mushrooms.

Growing Mushrooms is not difficult. Get reliable
Spawn, start right and the results are certain and
profitable,

To those unfamiliar with the growing of Mush-
rooms the mere mention of the name seems to convey
the idea that there is some mystery connected with
it and that the process and equipment are so costly
as to be out of reach of ordinary mortals. Never
was there such a fallacy, and it is the “Professionals”
and “Experts” who are to blame for putting such
ridiculous and foolish notions into people’s heads.
Any one who starts right can grow Mushrooms suc-

-in ashes and sown broadcast;

cessfully, He must know how to prepare the beds,
where to locate them and how to take care of the
crop. But the grower of Radishes or Melons must
know that much about the crops he expects to raise.
So after all there is no more mystery or difficulty
in successfully growing Mushrooms than there is in
growing Radishes or Melons,

It is sold in bricks, each weighing about 1% lbs.,
and is sufficient to plant nine square feet of prepared
bed.

Price, 25c per Ib.
postage.

Our Leaflet “MUSHROOM CULTURE” Free With
Every Order.

MUSTARD

Ger., Senf; Fr., Moutard; Sp., Mostaza.

If sent by mail, add 12c for

“Chinese Mustard. ©

An ounce will sow 80 feet of drill; two pounds to

an acre.

Here in the South the seed is mixed
used principally for
“greens.” Thousands of bunches are daily sold on
the Houston market, and buyers never tire of them.

CULTURE:

CHINESE VERY LARGE SAVOY-LEAVED—A
European variety, with light green very large leaves.
It has not the same taste as the large-leaved or the
large curled, but will stand longer before going to
seed,

BLOOMSDALE, LARGE-LEAVED, 35 DAYS—So
named by reason of producing, when fully grown, im-
mense leaves, which are as long and broad as the
largest tobacco. These same leaves, when size of a
man’s hand, are very tender and admirable as a salad.

SOUTHERN GIANT—The favorite here, sown
largely for the market. Leaves are pa‘e green, large
and curled or scalloped on the edges.

WHITE OR YELLOW LONDON—This variety is
like the brown, differing only in the color of the seed.
We sell great quantities of it for seasoning pickles.

BLACK OR BROWN LONDON—Used as a salad,
but much inferior to the curled varieties. The seed
is used largely for seasoning pickles.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

a

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 29

TE

MUSTARD--Continued.
Pkt. Oz. %-lb. 1-lb.
ere ree ote ce et ee Oa oe 60
Blooms@ale Large Leaved .-...--- 5 1b” 20 60
White or Yellow London .....--- 5 £0 35
Blac: or Brown London ....-.--- 5 10 35

All the above are at postpaid prices.

OKRA

Ger., Safran; Fr., Gombaud; Sp., Quimbobbo; Ital.,
Ocra.

An ounce of seed wil! plant 20 hills.

CULTURE: Be careful not to plant until the
ground is warm, wet. cool soil rots the seed; plant
in rows 2 feet apart and 3 feet between rows and cul-
tivate as for corn; pick the seed pods as fast as they
appear and the more you pick the more the plant will
yield. Seed may be panted as early as March if
eonditions are favorable.

ONIONS

Ger., Zwiebel; Fr., Ognon; Sp., Cebolla; Ital. Ci-
pollo.

Sow 1 ounce seed to 100 feet of drill, or 5 pounds
to the acre. If seeds are sown in seed beds and then
transplanted, 2% pounds will plant an acre. In
planting for sets 50 pounds per acre will be required
if drilled in one foot between rows.

KLECKLEY’S FAVORITE—The sturdy plants
grow 2% feet high, have Many leaves, and bear at-
tractive, smooth, white pods at each leaf-joint. The
pods are about 6 inches long and 1% inches in di-
ameter, gradually tapering to the end. While young,
the pods are tender and fleshy.

PERKIN’S PERFECTED LONG POD—An improv~
ed strain of Perkin’s Mammoth Green Pod, with bet-
ter-shaped pods in abundance, which, when ready for-
use, are from 4 to 5 inches long, of handsome shape
and color. Used largely by canners as it is of uni-
formly good quality.

DWARF GREEN—Bears pods ready for use ten
days to two weeks earlier than the tall sorts. The
plants are of dwarf, stocky growth and very prolific.

WHITE VELVET—Tall-growing sort, with attrac-
tive, long, white pods, which are round and of vel-
vety smoothness.

Prices on above:
60c, postpaid.

Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; %-"b., 20¢; Ib.

ONE OF THE BEST

aS ULERS he
IN THE OPEN
MARKET.
PRODUCE HOUSES
WILL ALWAYS
HANDLE

THIS VARIETY

CULTURE: Onions require a rich soil; the best
fertilizer is chicken droppings, which should be well
incorporated with the soil; where this can not be had
we will prepare a special fertilizer which will be rich
in just those ingredients which go to produce most
perfect bulbs. When making your seed beds do not
have the beds rich. Sow broadcast in prepared beds
in September, October, November and December.
When the seedlings are five or six inches high, trans-
plant in rows five inches apart and twelve inches be-

pal oe see ke ee a ee ee ee ea
FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

30 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

ONIONS--Continued.

tween rows. Keep the rows clean, and, as the bulbs
begin to form, draw the earth from them. Onions reveal
in a deep, rich soil, and are one vegetable that can
be grown for many successive years on the same
ground.

CREOLE—Our Creole Onion Seed is grown for us
by the same grower we have had ever since we went
into business. and it will always be found true to
name and variety. None but perfect bulbs are per-
mitted to mature seed and most careful “rogueing”
is persisted in. We have no hesitancy in «declaring
our Creole Onion Seed to be the very best that skill-
ed growing can produce. We are unable to quote
prices, owing to the impossibility of estimating the
crop at this writing. We will be glad to quote prices
d gives assurance that our quotations will be as low
ag first-class seeds can be sold at.

OVISIANA WHITE CREOLE—Is similar in shape
“eo to the Reqd Creoe Onion, but silvery

ite in*¢olof, the veins clear and distinct. Its mild,
pleasant flavor and splendid keeping qualities make
it a favorite White Onion for shipping.
LOUISIANA RED CREOLC—A flat, light red sort,
grown extensively in Texas and _ other Southern

States#The oie are firm, solid and keep sp'endidly,
-but*“are of are flavor, Good, heavy cropper.
DANVE YELLOW GLOBE—Globe shaped of

medium size; the skin is a beautiful silvery yellow
color. Comparatively mild and well flavored. The
standard yellow onion for market.
ERM ONIONS—We import a’l our Bermuda
i6r d DIRECT from the most responsible grow-
the. Teneriffe Islands, hence our truckers and
Gardeners can rest assured of being supplied with
genuine fresh stock and we caution every grower
against cheap American grown seed which will not
give good results in the South.

GENUINE PRIZETAKER—Prizetaker is by far
the “handsomest, most productive, most popular and
ce of allYellow Globe Onions. It is a bright, clear

straw, _eolor,-and always grows to a uniform shape,

ich. is ja perfect globe. It has a very small neck,
and ripens up without stiffness of the neck. In mar-
ket it never fails to attract attention on account of
its beauty, and is sure to bring a far better price than
any other Onion. It has attracted more attention and
awakened wider and more cordial enthusiasm than
any other Onion ever introduced to the American

IMPORTED
DIRECT FROM
TENERIFFE
CANARY

ISLANDS

public. It has proven itself a great acquisition to
farmers and gardeners, and is today admitted to be
the largest, finest flavored and most superior Yellow
Globe Onion under eultivation.

SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE—This is a very hand-

‘some variety and is deserving of general cultivation,

It is medium early (none of the perfectly globe-
shaped Onions are as early as the fat varieties),
grows to a large size, skin deep red, flesh fine grain-
ed, mild and tender.

SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE—A true Globe
Onion, which does not revert to the flat type and re-
tains its color; a good keeper and heavy fielder; its
globe shape making it possible to grow an enormous
weight to the acre,

Crystal White Wax.

CRYSTAL WHITE WAX—Largely grown by truck-
erg and shippers in Southwest Texas. The bu’bs are
large, flat and of true Bermuda type. They mature
extremely early. The color is a beautiful waxy white.
Unexcelled as a market variety or table sort. Thou-
sands of bushels are shipped from our State to North-
ern markets every spring and command. highest
prices. Plant in South Texas in Septemher and Oc-
tober; in North Texas in February and March,

WHITE QUEEN—(Italian Onion)—This is a me-
dium sized, white variety from Italy, very early and
flat; can be sown as late as February, and good
sized bulbs will yet be obtained. It is of mild flavor
and very fine when boiled and dressed for the table.

NEW CROP
REACHES
US ABOUT
SEPTEMBER
FIRST

Red Bitiiude Onion.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 31

| ONIONS--Continued.

RED BERMUDA—Onions, flat type, rather a
brighter red than the Creole. and much earlier to
mature. If left in the ground until the tops dry down
and cured in the shade, they will be found to keep
as well as a Northern Onion,

WHITE BERMUDA—Similar to above save in
color, which is white. Occasionally a bulb will be
found of a yellowish tinge which is characteristic of
this variety. The seeds from these _ off-colored
Onions will produce white bulbs.

LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD—THis is the stand-
ard red variety and a favorite Onion in the East,
where immense crops are grown for shipment. Bulb
large, flattened, yet quite thick; skin deep purple-
red; flesh purplish white, moderate!y fine grained
and rather strong flavored. Very productive, the best
keeper and one of the most popular for general cul-
tivation. The variety does best on rich, moderately

THIS IS
ACKNOWL-
EDGED
TO BE ONE
OF THE BEST
KEEPING
ONIONS
IN THE
UNITED
STATES

dry soil but on low muck land it is more apt to form
larger necks than the Danvers. There is no better
sort for poor and dry soils,

Pkt. Oz. 4%-oz. %-lb. Ib.
Louisiana Red Creole ....... ava “P aa

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Louisiana White Creole ..... wa a eS A PE
Feed FSGrinviGa,, Sise sc 60 'as va we D. 2a =e a oe Pee
WRITES “RErimuGal ests a. ase sae o 5 25 75 1 26 2 50
Southport Yellow Globe ....5 20 60 100 2 00
Southport Red Globe ...... 5 20 60 100 2 00
Danver’s Yellow Globe ..... 5 20 60 1 00 2 00
Large Red Wethersfield ....5 20 65 115 2 26
Genuine Prizetaker ........ 5 20 60 1 00 2 00
White Queen ..... SS laveterenw lacs wie ce “OO ot oe
Crystal Whiter Ww ax vais. cs ook 5 40 1 50 2 50 4 50

Above are all at postpaid prices,
press, DEDUCT 10c per Ib.

Our pamphlet, “How to Grow Onions,” mailed free
On request with every order for Onion Seed.

If wanted by ex-

NO
DIFFICULTY
TO SELL
THIS
ONION
AT HOME
OR TO
MERCHANTS.
ADVERTISES
ITSELF

Louisiana Red Creole.

ONION SETS

During their season we carry a full line of Red,
Yellow and White Commercial Onion Sets, on which
we will be glad to make figures in quantities of 1
peck to a car load.

Onion Sets, when planted in January and February,
here in the South, will most always produce fine
large bulbs. They should be set out in rows five or
six inches apart and about eight or ten inches in the
rows.

RED WESTERN SETS—Will produce a fairly good
Onion, but are p’anted mostly for use in the South
as green Onions, They do very well in North Louisi-
ana and Mississippi. ,

YELLOW WESTERN SETS—Same as the red Sets
only different in color, which is of a pale yellow or
brown.

WHITE WESTERN SETS—A fine variety of same
quality as the red and yellow sets, but are not as
hardy and do not Keep as well.

EXTRA EARLY WHITE PEARL, 65 DAYS—In

- many respects the most remarkable Onion under cul-

tivation, being the earliest of all. Flavor very mild.
The keeping qualities of the matured Onion are very
good, but the Sets sprout very early and should be
planted in October. We can furnish Sets in Sep-
tember.

WHITE BERMUDA—Have sets of these in the fall
only.

CRYSTAL WHITE WAX—tThis variety is popular
at the South where the transplanting method of cul-
ture is practiced. A large, beautiful, silvery white
skinned variety, of handsome flat shape, of very fine
flavor and quality.

Not
Postpaid. Prepaid.
Pt. .Qt246-b=— -PE
Rensvwesterrst 2) date. IZ SAG. 15 25 50 $ 90
Menai CSLeriie 25 cok =a MEE 15 25 50 85
Witte GOMVESTErA) Cee tities sc. crt s state 15 25 55 1 00
Extra Early White Pearl......... 15 30) 770 5+, d,26
Wiaitet Bermuda os. 62.208 ere S..res 15 30 70 1 25
Crystal White 1Wax s.cvicnew. in a. « 15 30, 70, 4:26

If Onion Sets, in pnts or quarts, are ordered by
express or freight, DEDUCT 5c pt. and 10@c at.

WRITE FOR PRICES IN LARGE QUANTITIES.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

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SHALLOTS

Fr., Eshallotte; Ger., Schallotten.

“CULTURE: A small sized Onion which grows in
clumps. It is generally grown in the South, and used
in its green state for soups, stews, etc. There are
two varieties, the red and white; the latter variety
is the most popular. In the fall of the year the bulbs
are divided and set out in rows a foot apart, and four
to six inches in the rows. They grow and multiply
very fast, and can be divided during winter and set
out again, Late in the spring, when the tops become
dry, they have to be taken up, thoroughly dried and
stored in a dry, airy place.

30c, 1 ostpaid. By express or
20c; 1%4-pk., 60c; pk., $1.00.

Prices, “pt.; 20e; at,
freight, not prepaid, qt.,

PARSLEY

Fr., Persil; Ger., Petersilie; Sp., Perjil; Ital., Prez-
zemo:o.
CULTURE: Parsley can be sown during the fall

from August to October, and during spring from the
end of January to the end of April. It is generally
sown broadcast and should be watered twice each
day.

FINE DOUBLE CURLED—A very fine curled va-

riety. One of the handsomest for garnishing pur-
poses. The exceedingly curled leaves make it desira-
ble. Extensively raised for shipping purposes.

Fine Doubled Curled.

IMPROVED GARNISHING—This is the best kind
to ornament a dish; it has the same flavor as the
other kinds,

MARKET GARDENER’S CURLED—A splendid
variety for shipping. The leaves are handsomely curl-
ed, dark green in color, and of a very fine favor.
A decided improvement on the regular curled varie-
ty. We recommend same very highly.

CREOLE PLAIN PARSLEY—tThis Parsley origin-
ally comes from the imported French strain, but after
being grown in Texas for a number of years it has
a tendency to grow taller; it is claimed by some gar-
deners that this Parsley does not go to seed as quick-
ly as the Northern and imported varieties. It can
be planted during the months of November, Decem-
ber, January and February, also in June or July
and is the best variety for all around purposes.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

TURNIP-ROOTED, OR HAMBURG—The root is
the edible portion of this variety and resembles a
small parsnip both in color and shape. Flesh white,
a little dry, and having a flavor similar to Celeriac.
Foliage same as Plain Parsley. Very hardy and
should be cultivated like parsnip. Extensively grown —
and used for flavoring soups, etc, 3

Pt. Oz. %4-lb. 1-Ib.

Fine, Double ,Curledin.snae nee ee ol eee 75
Improved Garnishing ......... das Bam a (10,5 75
Market Gardeners’ Curled™........ Buccs 10. eae 75
Creole -Plain | Parsley i2.,.34oGeoe Be 410 en 76

Turnip-Rooted or Hamburg ...... 5 10 25 75
Above prices are postpaid.

PARSNIPS

Improved Hollow Crown,

Ger., Pastinake; Fr., Panais; Sp., Pastinaca; Ital.,

Pastinaca.
One ounce will piant 200 feet of drill,

CULTURE: For spring and summer crops, sow
from January to March, for winter and early spring
use, sow from September to December. Sow in rews,
3 feet apart, and, when the plats are large enough,
thin them out to stand 4 to 6 inches apart in the row.
Parsnips, besides being excellent for table use, are
also of great value for stock-raising. Fed to cows,
they will greatly add to the richness of the milk.

IMPROVED HOLLOW CROWN —A ereat cropper,
and considered the best for general cultivation. The
roots are long, smooth, tender and very sugary. Pkt.,
5e; oz., 10c; %-lb., 20c; Ib., 50c. Postpaid.

PEAS

Ger., Erbsen; Fr., Pois; Sp., Chicaros; Ital Pisello.
One quart of seed will sow 100 feet of drill; 1%

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

i. Se

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. y LEE | 33

.
| PEAS--Continued.

\
bushels will plant»an™ vacTe; ‘matures in forty-five to
seventy-five days, as to variety.

CULTURE: Dwarf and extra early Peas delight
in rich soil: ‘The Marrowfats wil thrive in sandy
soil with very little manuring. Plant the extra early
in the early spring months and August and Septem-
ber; Marrowfats in the fall and winter, and. wrinkled
varieties only in the spring. The very dwarf varie-
ties may be planted in rows only one foot apart;
extra early varieties two feet apart and the tall va-
rieties in rows three feet apart. Cover about two
inches,

EARLY ALASKA—By careful splechion and grow-
ing we have developed stock of this smooth, blue pea
of unequaled evenness in growth of vine and early
maturity of pods. Vines two to two and one-half
feet high bearing four to seven long pods which are
filed with medium sized, bright green peas of ex-
eellent flavor. Ripe peas small bluish green. Ma-
tures all the crop at once and is an invaluable va-
riety for market gardeners and canners.

Early Alaska.

FIRST AND BEST—This is a strain of Extra
Harlies, which when first introduced gained quite a
reputation, but within a few years it hag been super-

seded by other varieties which, have proved not only
much earlier but far more productive; average height
of growth three feet, and owing to its strong growth
will continue in a bearing state longer than the stam
strain of Extra Earlies.

NOTT’S EXCELS!IOR—The best early, dwarf Pea.
It combines the good qualities of the American Won-
der and Premium Gem Peas. The vines are larger
and more productive than American Wonder and ear~
lier than Premium Gem, and average about twelve
inches high. The Peas, in sweetness and quality are
unsurpassed. Seed wrinkled and green in color. A
most desirable sort for the market gardener and un-
surpassed for the home garden,

PREMIUM GEM—A very desirable early, green
wrinkled Pea. The immense pods are as large as
those Little Gem. The vine is very productive and
grows to a height of from fifteen to eighteen inches.
The pods are of medium size and crowded with siz
to eight very large Peas of fine quality. The seed is
green, large, wrinkled, often flattened.

EARLY TOM THUMB—Very dwarfish and quite
productive. Can be cultivated in rows a foet apart;
requires no branches or sticks.

GRADUS, OR PROSPERITY—An extra early,
wrinkled Pea. The immense pods are as large as
those of the Telephone, uniformly well shaped, hand-
some and more attractive than those of the first
earlies. The Peas are very large, of splendid quality
and beautiful color which they retain after cooking.
We have taken great pains to secure true stock and
have it well grown, so we are sure that every one
who purchases our seed will be pleased with the
variety. Height, 3 feet.

AMERICAN WONDER —The earliest of the dwarf.
wrinkled varieties. Vines stout, branching, about
nine inches high and covered with well filled pods
containing five to eight large, exceedingly sweet,
tender and well flavored Peas. Seed medium sized,
wrinkled and pale green. We have taken great pains
in growing our stock and know it to be much better
than that usually offered.

PHILADELPHIA EXTRA EARLY—One
standard extra early sorts.

STRAT EGEM—Vigorous

of the
Average height, 3 feet.

habit, luxuriant foliage.
A heavy cropper. A general] favorite not only in pri-
vate gardens, but also for gardeners. Large hand-
some pods well filled. One of the most desirable
sorts. Height about 2 feet.

TELEPHONE—tThe Telephone has become the
leading Pea with market gardeners whose trade ap-
preciates fine appearance and high quaity. Vines
vigorous. growing about four feet high, with large,
coarse, light colored leaves and producing an abund-
ance of very large pods filled with immense Peas
which are tender, sweet and of excellent flavor. It
comes into use soon after the Premium Gem and is
one of the best sorts for either home or market. The
stock we offer has been carefully selected and is very
prolific.

MELTING SUGAR (Edible Pods)—The sweet, brit-
tle and succulent pods have none of the tough, inner
lining found in the ordinary varieties of garden Peas;
they are used in the same way as snap or string
beans. The pods are very large, extremely tender,
vines four to five feet high.

CHAMPION OF ENGLAND—YVery productive and
one of the richest and best flavored Peas. Height

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

34

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

PEAS--Continued.

four to five feet; seed light green and much shrivel-
ed. When the seed is as well grown and selected as
that we offer we consider the variety equal in quality
to any in cultivation and one of the best of its season,
either for the amateur or market gardener.

LARGE WHITE MARROWFAT—Vines about five
feet high and of strong growth. Pods large, cylin-
drical, rough, light colored and well filled; seed large,
smooth, round and light yellow, inferior in quality to
most of the newer sorts, although undoubtedly one
of the most productive of the garden varieties.

LARGE BLACKEYE MARROWFAT—An excellent —

variety, growing about five feet high; a very prolific
bearer of large pods; one of the very best Marrowfat
sorts,

While we have gone through a pretty dry season
in the South, we are not half as bad off as some
of our Growers of Peas up North, where for three
solid months they never had a drop of rain. In some
sections crops were an entire failure, consequently
prices will be much higher than they have been for
years.

Peas, not only in the United States and Canada are
short, but throughout the European Continent a’so.

We can not guarantee the prices below under any

conditions. Not
Postpaid. Prepaid.

Pt. Qt. %-pk. Pk.

Harly Alaska ............ st tieeD 45 $1.10 $2.10
Birst and. "Best, on. sccrctel soe ocovs feats 25 45 1.10 2.10
Nott’s, EXxcelSiOr. c..ccc 1c. « sees 's,ons 25 45 1.19 2.10
McLean’s Little Gem ......... 25 45 1.10 2.10
‘OMe TAWIMD! | Sos sews 6.0 a ere he 25 45 1.10 2.10
SLT AtALS es. .ieieie cic aol wer. 25 45 1.10 2.10
American Wonder ............ 25 45 1.10 2.10
Philadelphia Extra Early ....25 40 1.10 2.10
Large Blackeye Marrowfat....25 40 85 1.50
Large White Marrowfat ...... 25 40 85 1.50
Champion of England ........ 25 45 90 2.00
Telephone ..... ate AGE ER Sa 25 45 1.10 2.10
Melting Sugar ......... Ee Ne Aa 30 50 1.00 £2.10
If Peas, in pints or quarts are wanted by express

er freight, DEDUCT 10c per pint and 15c per quart.

PEPPER

Ger., Pfeffer; Fr., Piment; Sp., Pimiento; Ital.,
Peperone.
One ounce of seed will produce 1500 plants. Crop

matures in about 100 days.

CULTURE: Sow seeds in frames and transplant
to the open as soon as the ground is hard, in rows
three feet apart and two feet in the row.

CHINESE GIANT—This most desirable variety,
of recent introduction, is undoubted'y the largest
sweet Pepper ever offered. They are very ‘arge and
are of a bright, scarlet color when ripe. The flesh is
quite thick, mild and remarkably sweet.

SWEET MOUNTAIN OR SPANISH MAMMOTH—
The fruit does not ripen until late. It is very large,
smooth and handsome; unripe, a deep green color,
entirely free from any purple tinge, and when ma-
ture, a rich red. Flesh thick, sweet and mild
flavored.

LARGE BELL, OR BULL NOSE—Our stock of this
well known variety is a great improvement on the
best stock obtainable only a few years ago. Plant
vigorous, compact. very productive, ripening its crop
uniformly and early. Fruit large, with thick, mild

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_Chinese Giant.

flesh, of excellent quality for use in salads and
pickles; co’or bright red when ripe. The best kind
for stuffing.

LONG RED CAYENNE—A long, slim, pointed pod,
and when ripe, of abright red color. Extremely
strong and pungent, :

RUBY KING, (Often called Sweet Pepper)—This
variety grows to a larger size than the Sweet Span-
ish Monstrous, and is of different shape. The fruit
is from five to six inches long by about three to four

inches in diameter, and of bright red color. It is re-
markably mi'd and pleasant in flavor.
RED CHERRY—A second early sort. Plant tall,’

bearing a profusion of round, bright red fruit which
is very pungent when ripe. The plant, when in fruit,
is very handsome and ornamental.

RED CHILI—A late variety, used in the manufac-
ture of pepper sauce. The bright, rich red pods are
about two inches long, one-third to one-half inch in
diameter at the base, tapering to a sharp point and
exceedingly pungent when ripe.

YELLOW CHiLI—Similar in form to the Red Chi-
li; more pyngent and of a very beautiful color.

BIRD EYE—Small as the name indicates. It is
very hot and used principally for pepper vinegar,

TABASCO (Genuine)—Grown extensively for mak-
ing the well known Tabasco sauce; in fact, it is al-
most the only kind raised for that purpose; it is the
hottest variety of the pepper family. It is very proli-
fic as it produces bushes from three to four feet high,

which are literally covered with fruit, which is about

three-quarters to an inch in length and narrow.

MEXICAN CHILI—The king used in making Chili
Con-Carne. We have the true Mexican grown seed.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE.

35

PEPPER--Continued.

Pkt. Oz. 1-4-Ib.
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Le oe ea. a es 5 25 73
Large Bell or Bull Nose.......... 5 25 75
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Di coos Gs. ne de See 5 25 75

POTATOES

IRISH

NOTE.—The shortest crop reported in many years.
We are, therefore, unable to quote prices in quan-
tities at the time this goes to press.

Truckers who will write us for prices will kindly
state quantities desired. We will make especiaily low
figures on car-lots delivered at your station.

SPRING PLANTING—After the ground has been
thorcughly plowed and harrowed, lay off the rows
two and one-half feet apart, making a slight fur-
row, into which drop the pieces of potatoes every
ten inches apart; cover with the hoe or turning plow.
Just before the potatces come up, run a light har-
row over the groung to break the crust and also to
kill young weeds or grass. After the potato plants
are about six inches, high, commence to cultivate
with the horse cultivator, followed by the hoe. Two
or three cultivations during the growing season are
generally sufficient to secure a good crop. Do not
cultivate too late; after the young potatoes are about
one-third or one-half grown all cultivation must stop.

FALL PLANTING—Use the same directions as for
spring planting, with the exception for fall panting
always plant the whole potato, using the small po-
taoes with from 2 to 3 eyes.

EARLY ROSE.—A splendid very early potato for
family use and for shipping to distant markets. It
is quite productive and does well on light, rich soil.
The potato has a light pink skin; is oval and long;
flesh pure white and very mealy when boiled.

EARLY OHIlO—Bears some resemblance to the
Early Triumph, except perhaps in color, which is a
little lighter than the latter, and the shape of the
eyes is somewhat different. Like al pink or red va-
rieties it dces best in sandy soil, but will grow very
well in heavy soil, and not rot as easy during a wet
season.

PEERLESS—A standard variety for home—a fine
mealy Potato.

GREEN MOUNTAIN—This variety has made an
envious record for yield, size, smoothness and hand-
some appearance. Good large size, hardly ever small

- ones, nearly round in shape, but fattened, just what

is most desired now: skin white: potatoes never
prongy and never scabby, almost blight-proof, a sure
yielder where others fail, in clay and all other soils.

BLISS’ TRIUMPH—This is without doubt the most
popular and easily the leading potato in the South,
and there is a greater demand for it than for any
other early. The potatoes we offer are smooth, clean,
and free from prongs and scab—growing stronger
and more vigorous. maturing in a shorter time and
yielding much more than home grown seed. Our

stock is genuine Minnesota grown;
be had.

Prices on all Potatoes are 50 cents per peck and

none better to

$1.75 per bushel. Special quotations on larger quan-
tities furnished on request.

POTATOES
SWEET

CULTURE: Prepare a bed of good soil, rather
sandy, and lay Potatoes close together. Cover 5
inches deep and water moderately. When plants are
formed—in about six weeks—set one foot apart on
ridges four feet apart, well drawn up and rather flat
on top. Use hoe to keep youns grass from choking
plants and some horse cultivating is advisable. No
further attention is necessary.

PUMPKIN YAM—This Potato is becoming the
leading variety in our market; the skin is of a red-
dish brown color; flesh dark salmon color, very
sweet and almost similar in taste to Cashaw Pump-
kin. Very fine for table use,

BUNCH OR VINELESS YAM—A very productive
and marketable sort; good keeper and shipper; it is
a late variety and can be planted closer in the hills
than the other kinds, and makes very little vines.

DOOLEY YAM—A well-known and _ deservedly
popular variety.

DOZIER YAM—tThis is without question the finest
Yam on the market today. The color is a rich yellow,
while the Potato itself is a well-rounded, beautiful
market sort. Rich and juicy when cooked and en-
tirely free of any pumpkin taste. Vines long. leaves
round. It is both a splendid keeper and shipper—
two qualities in themselves which will appeal to
every grower. Originated by a Mr. Dozier, for many
years a resident of Houston,

Prices, slips, 50c per 100;
er’s expense.

$3.50 per 1000, at buy-
Special prices on larger lots.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

36 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

PUMPKINS

Ger., Grosse-Kurbis; Fr., Potiron;
Nat. Ord., Cucurbitaceae.

Sp., Calabaza;

Sweet Cheese, or Kentucky Field.

One ounce will plant 10 to 25 hills. Crop matures
in four months,

CULTURE: Plant in hills 8x8 feet, in good corn
land. The Cashaw likes soil a little richer than the
other varieties. In the Brazos ‘‘bottom” lands enor-
mous crops are grown by planting when Corn is “laid
by.” As a food for stock Pumpkins are being used in
this State as they never were before.

PROLIFIC FIELD—Of large size, enormously pro-
lific, a rich golden yellow, good keeper, splendid for
pies, excellent for stock, unexcelled for canning pur-
poses—in a word, an all-round Pumpkin.

SWEET CHEESE, OR KENTUCKY FIELD—Very
popular in the South, Fruit flattened, diameter usual-
ly about twice the length; skin mottled light green
and yellow, changing to rich cream color when ma-
ture; flesh ye:low, tender and of excellent quality.

SMALL SUGAR, OR NEW ENGLAND PIE—This
handsome variety is small but very sweet, fine grain-
ed and of the very best quality. Skin deep orange,
flesh rich, deep yellow, excellent boiled or for pies.

IMPROVED GREEN-STRIPED CASHAW—A
crook necked variety, with green and white striped
skin. The flesh is of rich yellow color, solid, fine-
grained, very thick and sweet.

WHITE CASHAW, OR CROOKNECK—Fine for
table use aS well as for stock feeding. The fruits have
a hard, creamy white shell, grow about 2 feet long,
and the thick meat is of excellent quality.

CONNECTICUT FIELD—A large yellow variety,
hard shell, excellent for field culture.

thick, fine
neck solid

JAPANESE PIE—Rich salmon color;
grained flesh; small seed cavity; early;
meat.

TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO—Bell shaped,
thick white flesh; one of the best for pies.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

Pkt. Oz. %-Ib. 1-lb.

Prolific. Field@y.,.. ee see De, LO se mas 40
Large) CHEeS@ <a eae 5 cl OCS 40
Small Sucart. 28. 7e.. 2 eee P 5 10 15 5@:
Cashaw Green Striped ........... 5 10 25 18
Cashaw ‘Crooked “Neck Jfeeeee-.. 5 10 20 60)

Connecticut Field
Japanese Pie

All above prices are postpaid. If wanted by ex-
press or freight, DEDUCT 10c per lb.

RADISH

Ger., Rettig; Fr., Radis; Sp., Rabinas; Ital., Raven-
ello.

One ounce to 100 feet of drill; crop should mature
in eighteen to thirty days, as to variety; seeds ger-
minate quickly.

CULTURE: Sown here the year around. give them
light, rich soil and plenty of water. For the long
varieties the soil should be loosened very deep.

EARLY SCARLET TURNIP—A round, red, turnip-
shaped Radish with a small top and of very quick
growth. A very early variety, deserving general cul-
tivation on account of its rich color and crisp, ten-
der flesh. Very desirable for early outdoor planting
as weil as forcing,

CHARTIER—Scarlet, shading to white at the tip;
withstands heat and remains in the ground a long
time before becoming “hot,” a fine, long variety.

Chartier.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 37

RADISH--Continued

HALF-LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET—A beauti-
ful half-long, bright scar’et with snow white tip; a
beautiful Radish; a splendid seller and the best ta-
ble variety; ready for the table in twenty-one days.

LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET, WHITE TIPPED
—This is the brightest and handsomest colored scar-
let Radish known, and a decided improvement in
earliness and color over other varieties of this class.
It makes roots fit for use in about twenty-five days
from time of planting, and they continue in good
condition until they are full grown, when they are
as large as the Wood’s Early Frame.

WOODS EARLY FRAME—A long. slender, bright
red Radish of rapid growth and good flavor; can be
forced under glass.

EARLY SCARLET TURNIP WHITE TIPPED—
One of the handsomest of the turnip Radishes and a
great favorite in many large markets for early plant-
ing outdoors. It is most attractive in appearance
and never fails to give entire satisfaction. Roots
slightly flattened on the underside; color very deep
searlet with a distinct white tip; flesh white and of
the best quality.

EARLY SCARLET GLOBE—tThe roots of this va-
riety are slightly olive shaped, a rich bright scarlet
in color; flesh white and tender. We specially rec-
ommend this to gardeners as a large, first early
forcing Radish.

WHITE GLOBE—Similar to the Scartet Globe,
save in the color.

FRENCH BREAKFAST—A quick growing,
dium sized Radish, rather oblong in shape;
beautiful scarlet, except near the tip where it is
pure white. A splendid variety for the table on ac-
count of its excellent quality and attractive color.

EARLY LONG SCARLET, SHORT TOP, IM-
PROVED—tThis variety is a standard and excellent
sort either for private gardens or the market. The

me-
color a

RADISHES CAN BE
PLANTED
THROUGHOUT THE
YEAR
SEE OUR MONTHLY

CALENDAR

roots grow half out of the ground, are very uniform
in shape, smooth and very bright red in color, and
continue crisp and tender until fully matured when
they are about six inches long.

‘ICICLE, OR LADY FINGER—A very excellent va-
riety with long, very smooth, white roots which are
crisp and tender. _It matures shortly after Wood’s

Frame, and is one of the most desirable of the white
summer sorts.

CHINA ROSE WINTER—Grows to enormous size
and is good in all stages cf its growth; a plant that
can be planted in the fall and roots can be pulled
until late in the spring.

LONG BLACK SPANISH—A winter variety; ‘plant
in the fall and pul’ as wanted; those weighing two
pounds will be found as brittle as the younger ones.

ROUND BLACK SPANISH—Similar to the above
in every respect, except the tuber is globe-shaped
instead of being oblong,

HITE VILMORIN—Large size, 8 to 12
2 to 3 inches thick; white, solid and of

Prices on all Radishes are Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4-Ib..
25e; Ib., 60c, postpaid. If by express, or freight, DE-
DUCT 19c per Ib.

RHUBARB, OR PIE PLANT

One of the earliest vegetables in the spring and.
highly esteemed as a spring tonic. Every garden
should contain a bed of Rhubarb Roots; 1 oz. will
sow 100 feet of drill.

Sow in spring in seed bed, in drills one foot apart.
Cultivate well during the season, and in the autumn
or following spring transplant into deep, rich soil,
from three to four feet apart. The stalks should not
be cut before the third year. For immediate use
order. the roots, which come into use at once.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

RHUBARB--Continued.

38 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

large leaves and will have room to grow. Spinach
loves rich land.

Rhubarb or Pie Plant,

LINNAEUS—Large and tender; the very finest of
all. Pkt., 5c; oz. 15c; %4-lb., 35c; Ib., $1.00, postpaid,

ROOTS—20c each, by mail, postpaid. By express,
mot prepaid, $1.50 per doz.

Salsify, or Vegetable Oyster

A nutritious esculent of oyster flavor. Sow the
seed early in spring, in drills one foot apart and
one inch deep, thinning out the young plants to four
inches. The roots will be ready for use in October,
when a supply should be taken up and stored in
moist sand and in a cool room. Those remaining will
suffer no injury by being left in the ground until
spring.

LONG WHITE—A favorite variety: finely flavored.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; %4-lb., 30c; lb., $1.00, postpaid.

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND—Larger than
the ordinary white. Invaluab’e for the market gar-
dener. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; %4-lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; post-

paid. SORREL

Those who think of Sorrel as the starved looking
weed of barren lands have little idea of the possible
value of the plant. The improved varieties, when
well grown and cooked like spinach, make a health-
ful and very palatable dish. Sow in drills early in
the spring and thin the seedlings to six or eight
finches apart in the row. One may commence cut-
ting in about two months, and the p'ants will con-
tinue in full bearing from three to four years,

LARGE LEAVED FRENCH—The best garden va-
riety, having large, pale green leaves of fine quality.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 2 oz., 25c; %-lb., 40c; postpaid.

SPINACH

1 oz. to 100 feet of drill; 8 lbs. to an acre.

Ger., Spinat; Fr., Espinard; Sp., Espinaca;
Spinace,

Twelve pounds plant an acre,

CULTURE: This truly excellent vegetable is com-
fng more and more into general use. Plant from
September to March. If the season is dry and hot
do not plant, for Spinach seed requires cool nights
and moist ground in order to germinate. A good
way to plant is to sow thinly in beds, broadcast.
Plant Radish in the same bed. as also Beets, By the
time the Radish is gathered and the Beet transplant-
ed, the Spinach will begin to show its characteristic

Ital.,

Bloomsdale Spinach.

BLOOMSDALE—A great favorite with market
gardeners in the South. It has thick, dark green
wrink'ied leaves, and is perfectly hardy. Fine sub-
stance and flavor. One of the best for fall showing.

VICTORIA—An excellent sort forming a very
large, exceedingly thick, very dark green leaf slight-
ly curled 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,

LONG STANDING—Slow in growth and slow in
running to seed, hence giving a longer cutting sea-
son.

GIANT THICK LEAF—A large, thick leaved va-
riety of American origin and we'l worth a trial; like
the following (also an American creation) it is
thought by the introducer to be a long step in the
direction of the much wished for improvement in
Spinach.

SHORT BROAD LEAF SUMMER—Almost a
round leaf Spinach, which endures heat wonderfully

well. Every grower should give it a trial.

Oz. %-lb. 1-Ib.
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VictOria, eis.ceieie sd leio) 5) vse ie ale oie w.cValehele Gielst ental mana 35
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Giant Thick Leaf ..... a oki d euelie¥olieateieecals Cama 36
Short Broad Leaf Summer ............ 6 16 36

Above are postpaid prices.
By express, not prepaid, 5 lbs. for $1.00; 10 Ibs.
for $1.90.

SQUASH

~~. >. =_—

Early White Bush or Patty-Pan,

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

=~

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE.

SQUASH--Continued

Ger., Spiese-Kurbis; Fr., Courge; Sp., Calabaza;
Ital., Zucco.

Of the small varieties an ounce of seed will plant
forty hills; of the large varieties, an ounce will

plant, say, fifteen hills.

CULTURE: Plant in spring, soon as frost danger
is over, and early in fal’, as soon as rains have
fallen, the small sorts in hills 4%x4% feet, and the
large kinds in hills 6x8 feet, putting eight to ten
seeds in a hi‘l. Thin out to three plants to the hill

and cultivate as long as the plow can be run.

EARLY WHITE BUSH OR PATTY-PAN—Is
earlier than any other variety, of dwarf habit and
very productive; grows in a bush form, and occu-
pies less room on the ground than any other sort,
it is the variety that is grown the most extensively
for market and for shipping purposes. Summer
Sauashes should always be used when young and
tender, which can be determined by an impression
of the nail.

MAMMOTH WHITE BUSH SCALLOP—Same as
above, but of monstrous size.

GOLDEN SUMMER CROOKNECK—Early, pro-

_ ductive, golden skin, nicely warted and of excellent

a. A

eating properties; very saleable.

EARLY YELLOW BUSH—WNot as early as the
White, but a very fine summer variety.

BOSTON MARROW-—Second early, coming in
about ten days after the Bush and Crookneck sorts.
Skin yellowish, very thin; the flesh dry and fine
grained, and of unsurpassed flavor.

HUBBARD—This is one of the best of the winter
Squashes; flesh bright orange-yelow, fine grained,
very dry, sweet and rich flavored; keeps well through
the winter, boils cr bakes exceedingly dry and is
esteemed by many to be as good baked as the sweet
Potato. Our stock is most carefully se'ected in re-

_ gard to quality of the fesh and color and wartiness

- of the shell, but the latter peculiarities are largely

determined by the soils in which the Squashes are
raised.

Pkt. Oz. %4-Ib. 1-lb.
Early White Bush or Patty-Pan.. 5 10 25 7d
Mammoth White Bush Sca!lop... 5 10 25 75
300) MOT sya 2885 Se ree 5 Cg eo 75
tris MeMGmO Polish «lsceesss6.55- 5 10 25 75
Golden Summer Crookneck ...... Be «30 25 75
Seaesean MATFOW . 5. .sc6 4656 555.565 5 10 25 75

Above prices are postpaid,

38

TOBACCO

CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF—PKEt.. 5c; 02, 26c;
4 -lb., 60c.

HAVANA IMPORTED—PKkt., 10c: oz., 30c.

TOMATOES

Ger., Liebesapfel; Fr., Tomato; Sp., Tomate; Ital,
Pomo d'oro,
An ounce of seed should produce 2000 seedlings.

CULTURE: For early plants sow in seed boxes

in drills, say four inches apart; when the seedlings
are two inches high, plant in other boxes 4x4 inches.
Don’t have the soil in your seed boxes rich. When
danger of frost is past plant in rows four feet apart
and three feet apart in the row. It will be well in
making the hills in which the Tomatoes are planted,
to mix a full spadeful of well rotted manure with
the soil. Do not use fresh or half-rotted manure.
If you have not the right kind of manure use a bal-
anced commercial fertilizer. Give a thorough wa-
tering at time of transplanting and set the plants in
the ground up to the first sound leaf. Owing to the
probabilities, or rather possibilities, of having a wet
season, it wi:l be wise to throw up beds, on which
to plant the Tomatoes, so, in the event of a long

wet spell, the surplus water may run off. Tomatoes

are impatient of water. Your vines will bear longer
and will bear better fruit if they are staked, or
otherwise kept off the ground. A cheap, though
excellent plan, is to set stakes at an angle of 15 to
20 degrees from the perpendicular, at intervals of six
to ten feet, and stretch on them wire netting on
which the vines may rest. The fruit will fall below
the netting and the leaves will cover so as to pre-
vent sun scald. This plan will a'so assure a good
circulation of air, which wil tend to ward off dis-
ease. When insect enemies appear the spray can be
more advantageously used. Other advantages will -
occur to the man who thinks—and he who doesn’?
think had best devote his farm to corn and eotton
instead of truck.

PERFECTION—This is one of the handsomest
Tomatoes grown, and all who have tried its invari-
ably large, round, smooth, handsome red fruit, pro-
nounce it of the highest quality. It has been used
very satisfactorily for forcing under glass.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

40 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

TOMATOES --Continued

DWARF STONE—This dwarf Tomato has a stout
upright and compact growth. The fruit is as large
as the late Stone, and of the same color, a bright
red, while it is as ear!y as the other dwarf varieties,
and like them may be planted much closer.

STONE—One of the heaviest and® most so’id fruit-
ed of the large Tomatoes of good quality. Our stock
is distinctly superior to most of that offered under
this name, being larger, smoother, more uniform and
better colored. Vines vigorous and productive. Fruit
round, slightly flattened, very large and astonishing-
ly heavy.

DWARF CHAMPION—A purple fruited variety
forming a strong, erect, bushy pant two feet high.
Often sold as Tree Tomato. Fruit smooth, medium
sized, fairly solid\and is of good flavor. Desirable
for forcing as it can be planted close to the glass
and more closely on the bench than the tall growing
kinds,

BEAUTY—tLivingston’s Beauty has retained the
reputation it made years ago as a perfect Tomato;
we are keeping the strain pure and undefiled.

MATCHLESS—A very popular Tomato in the East.
Fruit large, very smooth and symmetrical, ripening
well] to stem. Flesh rich, bright red color and of
fine quality, although possibly not quite as firm as
Improved Trophy or Stone,

ENORMOUS—The largest Tomato known; a good
main cropper, and a desirable family variety; we
have the genuine stock.

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Spark’s Earliana.

SPARK’S EARLIANA—This Tomato is not only
remarkable for its earliness, but for its very, large
size, handsome shape and bright red color. Its solidi-
ty and fine quality are quite equal to the best me-
dium and late sorts. From less than 4000 hills the
originator realized from his first pickings $725.00,
elear of freight and commission, being in the market
fully a week before all others. Sparks’ Earliana is
as near seedless as any Temato we ever saw, con-
taining less than one-fourth the seed of other varie-
ties, and for this reason the genuine seed can never
be sold at a low price,

Early Acme.

ACME—This has long been a favorite variety with
truckers and growers for market on account of its
earliness, good yielding qualities and generally good
appearance. The color is purplish-red, f'esh solid,
with no core, and is’a little earlier than Beauty. A
standard variety in Texas for shipping.

IMPROVED TROPHY—By careful breeding and
selection, there has been produced a strain which
compares favorably with any in smoothness and reg-
ularity of the fruit. Its large, strong growing, vigor-
ous and exceptional'y productive vine, large, very
solid, smooth, fine flavored and beautiful, deep, rich
red fruit, will satisfy the most exacting,

PONDEROSA—A redish fruited Tomato of largest
size. Vine vigorous and very productive, Fruit very
solid, fairly smooth and considered of very good
quality, especially by those who prefer a Tomato
quite free from acid.

FAVORITE—Another of the Livingston introduc-
tion, but much improved by our growers,

YELLOW PEAR—Pear-shaped and of a beautiful
yellow; much used for pickling and preserving.

YELLOW PLUM-—Similar to above except in be-
ing of a plum shape.

Pkt. Oz. 4%-Ib. 1-Ib.

Yellow Pear
Yellow Plum

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StOi@s . cord yeuieee chakee 0: <P ce ee 5 25 . <TR> ci2a2S
Dwarf Champion: 2. ore tsa 5 25 75 2 25
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Beawty: ime. cee shh tinedee ok eee 5 |. 25 437s Maieon
EN OPMOUSe cs 4 ts wipers oe ed) Se 5 25 75 2 25
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Sipark’s; Hlariltana” F. .s. ee aeons 5 25 75 2 26
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Above prices are all postpaid.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

TURNIPS

Purple Top Strap Leaf.

Ger.,
Navone.

Sow one and a half pounds to the acre; one ounce
to 150 feet of drill.

CULTURE: Soil shou'd be rich, light and well
harrowed. In this section Turnips are usually sown
broadcast, though occasionally are drilled in. When
drilled there should be fourteen inches between rows.
Plant from July to April.

EARLY PURPLE TOP, STRAP LEAVED—An
early variety and a great favorite for table use.
Leaves few, entire, upright in growth. Root of me-
dium size. Color purple or dark red above ground.
white below; flesh white, fine grained and tender.

POMERANEAN WHITE GLOBE—One of the most
productive kinds and in good, rich soil roots will fre-
quently grow to twe!ve pounds in weight. It is globe
shaped, skin white and smooth; leaves large and
dark green. Used largely for stock feeding but is
also excellent for table use.

EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH, STRAP LEAVED
—A most excellent garden variety and largely used
in Southern states. Root medium sized, from four to
five inches in diameter and about two inches thick;
color white; very early, sweet and tender. It is de-
sirable for table use but like other early sorts is
spongy and inferior when overgrown.

LARGE AMBER GLOBE—One of the best yellow
fleshed varieties grown as a fied crop for stock.
Flesh yellow, fine grained and sweet; color of skin
yellow; top green. Grows to a large size, is hardy,
keeps well and is a good cropper. Very popular in
the South.

YELLOW GLOBE—A round, smooth, medium sized,
light yellow Turnip, with crisp, firm flesh of fine
quality; a very attractive and beautiful sort. |

YELLOW ABERDEEN —Roots medium sized,
round, flesh pale yellow, tender and sugary; the va-
Tiety is hardy and productive and the roots keep
well. It is considered as approaching very nearly to
the Ruta Baga in hardiness and firmness of texture
and therefore is of special value for feeding cattle.

WHITE EGG—A small snow white variety of great

Steckrube; Fr., Navet; Sp., Nabo; Ital.,

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 4}

sweetness and tenderness and of phenomenally rapid
growth.

COW HORN, OR LONG WHITE—Pure white, ex-
cept a little shade of green at the top; carrot-!ike in
form, slightly crooked and growing nearly half out
of the ground. Delicate and well flavored, of very
rapid growth and has obtained considerable favor as
a market sort for fa!l and early winter.

EXTRA EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN—The earli-
est Turnip in cultivation—about two weeks earlier
than Purple Top Strap Leaved. The root is flat, of
medium size, quite smooth with a purple top. Flesh
white, hard and of fine qaulity.

AMERICAN PURPLE TOP RUTA BAGA—This is
a strain of Purple Top Yellow Ruta Baga of Ameri-
can origin, selected to a smaller top and much short-
er neck than is usually found, while the roots grow
to a large size and are of the finest quality and ex-
cellent for table use and stock feeding. We con-
sider this one of the most desirable sorts.

SEVEN TOP—Does not produce a good root, but
is extensively grown in the South for the tops which
are used as “greens.” Very hardy and will grow all
winter,

—_—_—

Purple Top White Globe.

PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE—An early variety.
Globe shaped; heavy cropper. In other respects sim-
ilar to the Red Top Strap Leaf. A handsome 1look-
ing bulb and is rapidly taking the lead of all other
varieties of early Turnips for market garden pur-
poses.

Pkt. Oz. %-lb. 1-lb-

Early Purple Top Strap Leaf.... 5 10 15 de
Purple Top White Globe ......... 5 10 15 dG
Early White Flat Dutch ......... 5 10 15 56
Large Amber Globe ............. 5 10 15 5¢
Pomeranian White Globe ........ 5 10 15 56 -
American Purple Top Rutabaga.. 5 10 15 56
Mellow<d Globe /i-¢)-inok cease 26 te 5 10 15 50
mellow JAberdeen)! <). 13S AF e sei 5 10 15 50
AU Hite) Meat: os. See. Lee ete te 5 10 15 50
Wows HOR nfl scot ek RIGS 5 10 15 5€
Extra Early Purple Top Milan .. 5 10 20 65
Seven. (ERODE ati Re 3 Watton wears 5 10 15 5e@

All above are postpaid prices. If
press, DEDUCT 10 cents per Ib.

wanted by ex-

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

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42

VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS

COW PEAS

Prices subject to market changes. Write us for
prices when large quantities are wanted.

The Cow Pea is too well known by the Southern
farmer for us to describe them or give their merits.
We wish only to impress upon our patrons the value
and importance of planting more Cow Peas, as they
are the greatest of al! leguminous plants, in obtain-
ing from the air that most expensive plant food,
nitrogen, storing in their roots, making poor land rich,

and good land much improved. Sow 1 to 11-2 bushels

to an acre,

TJnquestionably we are the largest dealers in Cow
Peas in Texas, and if you have any to sell let us
fear from you.

WHIPPOORWILL—The most high’y valued plant
fn the South for fodder and reclaiming old and worn
eut land, as it is a leguminous plant of special mer-
fit as a fertilizer. The vines when fed green make
the best fodder and are very nourishing.’ The Whip-
poor-will is the most popular sort and yields a good
crop of both fodder and peas. When ripened the
Sround peas make the best cattle fattener. By ex-
press or freight. Peck, 65c.

NEW ERA—The earliest variety of Cow Peas in
existence and therefore most decidedly the best for
growing in the Southern States. If you will get the
grain off the ground early and plow and plant to New
Era Cow Peas you can put the ground in fine shape
for the coming crop. You will not have to haul man-
ure on land so treated. Sow in orchards and either
use for feed or soiling. By express or freight. Peck,
70c. /

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

. the leaves remain green longer.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

WONDERFUL or UNKNOWN—This makes an
enormous growth of vines, but requires the full grow-
ing season to make its crop. In yield and growth of
vines it surpasses any of the varieties of Cow Peas,
and it yields very largely of the shelled peas. This
variety should be planted in May, in order to come to
full maturity:—By express or freight. Peck, 80c.

LARGE, BLACK-EYED PEAS—The large Black-

Eyed Peas make a profitable crop for picking the —

dry peas for sale in our markets during the winter;
at the same time make an excellent soil-improver, be-
ing similar in growth of vine and action of roots up-
on the soil to the other Cow Peas. By express or
freight:—Peck, 90c. ‘

CLAY PEAS—Most desirable for enriching the
soil and for furnishing a large crop of nutritious for-
age:—By express or freight. Peck, 80c.

CREAM PEAS—This
Pea we have ever. had the pleasure of offering our
customers, It has given the best satisfaction of any
variety we have ever offered for table use, and very
deservedly so, as there are none that can surpass it
in splendid flavor. In point of yield, they double the
weil-known Black-Eye, command a higher price on
the market, cook quicker, and are in every way su-
perior to it as a table sort. It grows in bunch form.
Peas are of a cream color:—By express or freight.
Peck, 90c.

CROWDER PEAS—Small seeded, but strong grow-
ing and prolific Pea for table use. Peas are creamy
white and of the finest quality:—Express or freight.
Peck, $1.10.

MIXED PEAS—Every year thousands of bushels
of Peas become mixed in handling. and these are
generally considered as good for forage purposes as
the straight varieties and usua ly sell for a little less,
By express or freight. Peck, 70c.

NOTE—If there are any other varieties of Peas
which you want, write us, and we will let you know
if we can furnish them. Samples of all varieties on
application.

FIELD BEANS

VELVET BEAN—This has been tried and found
to be the best forage plant in the South. It produces
more vine and leaves than any of the Cow Peas, and
The seeds are rich
in fattening matter, and are re'ished by all stock ex-
cept horses. Before feeding to cows it will be found
best to soak in clear water until soft. The product is
simply enormous. Plant the beans in rows about six
feet apart, and drop the beans about twelve inches
apart in the row. Plant as soon as danger of frost is
over, soaking the seed twenty-four hours before plant-
ing. One peck will p'ant an acre. By express OF
freight. $1.00 per peck.

SOJA BEAN—One of the most valuable forage
plants for pasturing or feeding green. The vines
are ‘bushy and of vigorous, erect habit. Fed in the
green state, they afford much nutritious forage: —
Sow broadcast at the rate of one-half bushel to the
acre, or plant in drills, 31-2 feet apart and 11-2 feet
between the plants. dropping two or three beans in a@
hill. One gallon will sow one acre if drilled. By
freight or express. Peck, $1.25. ;

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VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

and Clover Seed

NAVY BEANS—(Commonly called white “Soup”
Beans). This is the greatest commercial Bean in the
world and is planted both as a garden and field
variety. It is a bush or dwarf sort of upright growth
and a prolific bearer. Large pkt., 10c; pt., 20c; qt,
35c, postpaid. Express or freight, pint, 10c; qt., 20c;
peck, $1.25.

VETCHES

HAIRY OR SAND VETCH (Vicia villosa)—The

.greatest soil-renovating hay and forage plant of the

South. Should be sown from July to January,
broadcast, at the rate of thirty to forty pounds per
acre, with three-quarters bushel of winter oats or
one-half bushel of wheat. The oats or wheat support
the Vetches, enabling them to make a better growth,
and facilitating the harvesting and curing. Vetches
are excellent for hay, which should be cut aS soon as
the oats or wheat which was sown with them begins
to form heads. The hay is one of the richest and
most nutritious feeds for cows, increasing the flow
and quality of milk. Pound, postpaid, 35c. By ex-
press or freight, 20 Ibs., $3.00; 100 lbs., $12.00.

OREGON WINTER—Much like the preceding in
growth and habit, and used for the same purposes.
It is used in certain sections of the South, where
the winters are mild, in preference to Vicia Vil'osa.
The general directions given for Hairy Vetch apply to

this sort also. Pound, pcestpaid, 35c. By freight or
express, 20 lIbs., $3.00; 100 ‘bs.,. $12.00.

Alfalfa

ALFALFA AND CLOVER SEED—Alfalfa is one
of the most valuable perennial leguminous forage
and hay plants in the world and is grown with more
or less success in nearly every state in the Union.
The root system of the plant is the most wonderful
thing in connection with its growth. There is no tell-
ing how deep the roots of Alfalfa will penetrate.
They have been discovered below the earth’s sur-
face more than a hundred feet. Alfalfa may be sown

-in September, October or November, or during Feb-

ruary, March and April. Fall sowing shou'd prove
more profitable, although such is not always the case,
It is better not to risk all at the same time. Alfalfa
shoud be cut for hay when blooms begin to appear,
and where delayed too long the quality of the hay
will be much impaired. The feed value of Alfalfa Hay
is very high. In fact. it is a most a complete ration,
for a work horse. Alfalfa may be cut from two to
five times a Season. The yield to an acre in a season
will vary from four to six tons of dry hay.

ALFALFA, OR LUCERNE (Medicago Sativa)—It
is useless to sow this clover on land having a stiff
clay or hard pan subsoil, as the roots naturally pen-
etrate to a great depth and must do so if the plants
live any time. Sow on rich, moist loam or sandy sof}

having a deep, porous subsoil. Prepare the lan@
thoroughly and sow seed at the rate of twenty ta

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

44 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

twenty-five pounds per acre with a breadcaster or
grass seeder. Cover with a brush or light harrow.
The young plants are quite tender and the land must
Se free from weeds until they become established.

By express or freight, 20 lbs., $5.00; 50 lIbs., $12.00;
4100 Ibs., $23.00.

TURKESTAN ALFALFA—This most valuable new
wariety was sent out by the Department of Agricul-
ture ten years ago in a sma'‘] way, and it has given
such excellent satisfaction that we have now decid-
ed to list it. It is more hardy than the ordinary
variety, having stood a temperature 40 degrees below
zero when the ground was bare. It will also stand
extreme drouth, as it comes from a locality where
the summers are dry and hot and the winters ex-
tremely cold. We believe that the farmers of this
country will find it of special value, making not only
a larger top growth, but much better root growth. By

express or freight, 20 lbs., $5.00; 50 Ilbs., $12.00; 100
lbs., $23.00.

NITRO CULTURE

Grow Alfalfa where it never grew before by inocu-
lating the seed with Nitro-Culture.

WHAT NITRO-CULTURE !S—Nitro-Culture con-
sists of nitrogen collecting Bacteria which work in
the soil and on the roots of leguminous plants, hav-
ing the power to collect free nitrogen from the air
and supply it to the plants. The remarkable increase
of crop frequently reported and caused by inocu-
lation is due wholly to the large amount of nitrogen
collected from the air by the Bacteria.

Nitro-Culture is a success with crops named below.
When ordering state what particular crop you desire
to inoculate: Alfalfa or Lucerne, Red, Yellow or
Mammoth C’over, Alsike or White Clover, Crimson
Clover, Burr Clover, Cow, Clay, Whip-poor-will,
Black-Eye Peas, Garden Peas, Garden Beans (Wax,
String, Lima Beans or Kidney), Soy Beans, Velvet
Beans, Vetch, Peanuts, Field Peas, Sweet Peas.

Nitro-Culture cannot be furnished for any crops
like Corn, Wheat, Potatoes, Cotton, etc., but only those
which are mentioned on the above price list. Inocu-
lated Clover may be planted with Oats or other crops,
and we have reason to believe that they will be
benefited.

Price List—Trial package, 50c; 1-acre package,
$1.50; 5-acre package, $5.00; 20-acre package, $18.00;
50-acre package, $40.00. Postpaid.

Special Garden Packages—Sweet Peas, 25c; Garden
Beans, 250; Garden Peas, 25c, postpaid.

BURR CLOVER —

A most valuable grazing crop, growing luxuriantly
all through the winter and until summer comes fully
on. After once being seeded, it reseeds itself and
improves in growth and appearance each succeeding
year. It is admirably adapted for use with Bermuda
grass, and the combination of the two makes a splen-
did all-the-year-round pasturage. When sown on
Bermuda grass sod, the sod must be scarified to give
the Clover a chance to get its roots in the soil be-
low the layer of Bermuda roots. It is also desirable
to scarify it in this way each fall for best results.
This scarifying is also beneficial to the Bermuda
Grass. This seed is very hard to thresh out from
the burrs, but we have been able to secure a limited
supply of clean seed. It is very much more Satis-
factory to sow than the seed in the burr. Sow 15
to 20 pounds per acre, 50c. We can also supply this
seed in the burr or hull at 25c,

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

OTHER CLOVERS

WHITE DUTCH CLOVER (Trifolium Repens)—
Excellent for permanent pastures. Likes moist lo-
eation and wet seasons, but will resist drouth admir-
ably. Does not like a shallow soil. Sow twelve to
fifteen pounds to the acre. Lb., 40c, postpaid. By
express or freight, 20c per pound.

Crimson Clover.

CRIMSON (Trifolium incarnatum)—Should be
sown in the fall at the rate of fifteen to twenty
pounds per acre. It will make the earliest green feed

of any of the Clovers. The plants grow about 4 feet
high and furnish four to five cuttings during the
season. The hay is of excellent quality. Crimson
Clover is also a great soil improver and may be
turned under in time for other early spring crops.
By express or freight, lb., 25c; 20 Ibs., $4.00; 100 Ibs.,
$16.75. Pound 30c, postpaid.

ALSIKE, OR SWEDISH HYBRID (Trifolium hy:
bridum)—Perfectly hardy, drought-resisting Clover.
Produces large hay crops, is excellent for soiling and
affords splendid forage for bees. Especia'ly good on
low-lying, wet lands. Sow in the spring or fall, five
to six pounds per acre. Lb.. 40c, postpaid; by ex-
press or freight, lb., 30c; 20 lbs., $5.00; 100 lbs., $22.50.

RED CLOVER (Trifolium Pratense)—A biennial
plan which many prefer. Has merit as a cattle food
and makes good hay, is a rapid grower, and consider-
ed a valuable fertilizer. Roots deeply and resists
drouth. Sow sixteen to twenty pounds to the acre
in the fall. Postpaid, 30c per Ilb.; not prepaid, 5 Ibs.
for $1.00; 100 lbs. for $18.00.

JAPAN CLOVER (Lespedeza Striata)—The great-
- est blessing that could come to the South. A legume,
Southern seed. Grows anywhere; is tenacious in any
soil; lasts always; well known now in the South.

Sow in spring in permanent pastures by scarifying
surface with disc harrow. It may be classed among
the most valuable hay and pasture plants of the
Southern States; is eaten greedily by stock from
June until frost. In some soils it grows 20 inches
high; is mowed; two tons to acre; rich soil grows 30
inches; appears in May; can plant in spring 25 Ibs.
er one bushel per acre alone, or fall with Rye and
Oats. This Clover is spreading by natural means rap-
idly through the whole South. 35c per Ib., postpaid.

Saccharine Sorghums

(Commonly called Sorghum Cane.)

SORGHUM (Sorghum Vulgare)—For stock feed
sow.any time from March to August, about two bush-
els to the acre if wanted for hay; or half peck if
wanted to make syrup. Of the two varieties, Amber
and Orange, we do not care to recommend either.
One intelligent grower requires Amber, - another
equally as intelligent, insists on Orange, while 2
third takes his mixed. Practically there is no differ-
ence, but to meet the wants of our friends we carry
both.

TEXAS SEEDED RIBBON CANE (Sometimes call-
ed Goose-neck Cane)—The superiority of this Cane
over Sorghum is so great that when once grown a
man never returns to the use of any other Cane. The
grade of molasses made from it is much superior to
that made from Sorghum, as every one knows who
has used Ribbon Cane Syrup. Another good feature
of this Cane is the great yield it makes. The stalks
erow from 12 to 14 feet high. Cut with the foliage
on and run through the mil’, it makes the finest kind
of silage for cattle and horses. It matures two
months earlier than any other Ribbon Cane, being
ready to grind the latter part of August, while other
Ribbon Cane does not mature before October. It will
srow anywhere Sorghum will grow. In planting, pre-
pare ground, plant and cultivate as for Sorghum.
Plant in rows 31-2 feet apart. Six to eight pounds
of seed will plant one acre, if planted by hand; eight
to ten pounds if planter is used. Lb., 30c, postpaid.
By freight or express, lb., 20c; 10 Ibs., $1.50.

EARLY AMBER CANE—More popular than ever
for forage. Relished in its green state or cured, by
all stock, on account of sweetness of the stalk and
leaves. Equals in value any other crop known.
Makes good syrup, but as the stalk is sma‘ler than
the Orange, that variety is recommended when the
intention is to grow for syrup; 121-2 pounds of seed
will plant an acre. Plant at any time from April to
last of July in rows 3 feet apart, 8 to 10 pounds seed,
12 to 18 inches apart in row, or drill light!y; can be
sown broadcast; 1-2 bushel per acre. By express or
freight, 10 lbs., 35c; bu., $1.65.

EARLY ORANGE CANE—Equalty as valuable as
The Amber for forage, but on account of longer
growth is considered better for syrup making; about
ten days later than the Amber. Culture the same am
Amber. By express or freight, 10 Ibs., 40; bu., $1.75.

RED TOP—tThe seed of this variety is round, small
and of dark red color. It produces a larger, thicker
stalk than any other sort, and is not easily blown
down. It is a late variety, very sweet, and largely
used for both hay and syrup. The variety is known
in some localities as the Sumach or Negro Head
Cane. By express or freight, 10 lbs., 40c; bu., $1.75.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

46

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VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

Non-Saccharine Sorghums

YELLOW MILO-MAIZE—This is a splendid non-
saccharine Sorghum feed crop, and two crops can be
made in one vear. 10 Ibs.. 45c; bu., $1.50.

KAFFIR CORN—Also called “Chicken Corn.” This
{is another non-saccharine Sorghum. The stalks keep
green and are brittle and juicy, not hardening like
other varieties of Sorghum, making an excellent fod-
der and is highly relished by all classes of stock,
green or dry. The grain is large’y used as chicken
feed. For grain sow in rows 3 feet apart, 5 Ibs. of
seed to an acre; for fodder, sow 1-2 bu. to an acre
in drills. There are two varieties. white and red.

WHITE KAFFIR—The most popular on account of
the seed being larger and cheaper. By express or
freight, 10 Ibs., 35c; bu. $1.35.

RED KAFFIR—Grows taller than the white, seed
smaller, ripens ear‘ier. and yields heavier than the
white. By express or freight, 10 lbs.. 45c; bu., $1.50.

DHOURO, OR EGYPTIAN CORN—This is a well
known cereal. It produces a large quantity of seed,
of which fowls and animals are fond. Can also be
sown broadcast for soiling, or in dri‘ls for fodder
and seed. If sown in drills. one peck of seed per acre
fs ample. If sown broadcast. one bushel per acre.
For grain, the stalks should not be nearer than 10
inches in the drill, but if to be cut repeatedly for
soiling, it is better to sow quite thick’y in the hills.
Seed should not be sown too early. and covered from
one-half to one-inch. If too much rain in the spring
the seed will not come well; they require more heat
than the. other Sorghums. By express or freight,
peck. $1.00.

TEOSINTE—Is a native of Central America and
one of the best, if not the finest grasses known to
that country. It requires a rich soil, abundant mois-
ture, and a long season. Under these conditions, will
produce immense crops. About three to three and a
half pounds will plant an acre. Plant in hills 3x3
and cultivate until wel! started. Price, Ib., $1.00, post-
paid. Not prepaid, 90c per lb.

MILLETS

GERMAN MILLET (Large Headed or Golden)—
Our stock of seed of German Millet is grown for us
by practical growers. Being a quick grower, affords
a fine quality of hay in a short time. The best time
to plant Millet is from April to August. Truck
growers will find German Millet a valuable crop to
follow Cabbage, Potatoes and other truck crops. The
soil should be thoroughly broken and made smooth
with a harrow. Broadcast from 11-2 to 2 bushels to
an acre, then cover with a harrow. It should be cut
for hay when it begins to show the heads, and on
good soil ang favorable seascns should give a yield
of three to five tons per acre. Price of seed: Peck,

b0c; bushel (50: Ibs.). $1.75. Write for prices in
quantity. Mention quantity wanted. By mail, post-
paid, lb., 15c,

PEARL, OR CATTAIL MILLET (Pencillaria. Manz
Wonderful Forage Plant. ete.)—This plant has broad
foliage, resembling Corn leaves: is an annua’, and
the great value of this wonderful plant is not fu'ly
realized by the Southern farmer, as it will be in the
future. It is best sown in drils at the rate of five
pounds to the acre; if sown broadcast, 20 to 30 Ibs.
to an acre is enough. It can be sown from April to

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

August. In good or enriched soil it will yield enor-
mously. Price of seed: Not prepaid, 1 lb., 20c: 5 to 10
Ibs., 12c per lb.; 20 to 30 lbs., 10c per Ib. By mail,
postpaid, lb., 30c. Write for prices in larger quan-
tities. ;

JAPANESE OR BARNYARD MILLET (Panicum
Crus-galli)—This is a distinet variety, which has
been sometimes called the “Billion Dollar Grass.” It
is a forage plant of great va ue. growing luxuriantly
on most any soil and under indifferent conditions.
Will yield an enormous crop of forage. which is
relished by all classes of stock. Sow seed from April
to August. If broadcast. One-half to one bushe! to
an acre; in drills, one-half this amount. By ex-
press or fre'ght. rieés Ibe Gh0er pk, 75ce" busca:
If by mail, postpaid, 1 Ib., 20c.

Rape--True Dwarf Essex

For its best development Rape requires a rich,
moist, loamy soil, and will usually do well on anv but
light sandy soil or stiff clay, in general, a soil that
will produce a good crop of Turnip, Cabbage, Wheat
or Corn will be suitable for Rape.

Often fine Rape may be grown on land that has
already produced a crop of some of the early matur-
ing cereals, such as Rye, Oats or Barley. As soon as
the crop of grain is removed the land is plowed or
disced and at once seeded to Rape.

Rape may also be sown in the Corn ficld just be-
fore the last plowing, as is often done with Turnips,
Rye and Wheat.

If the soil is clean sow broadcast; if not clean
sow in drills and cultivate as for Corn. When sown
broadcast, use 8 pounds, and if in drills, 5 pounds
to an acre. Prices, 25c per Ib, postpaid; by express
or freight, 15c Ib.; 20 Ibs., $2.50; 50 Ibs., $5.00; 100

PEANUTS

Prepare the ground well, laying it off with a
shovel p’ow, in rows 31-2 feet apart. Plant either
in the hull, 16 to 18 inches apa’t, cr hull them out
and put two kernels to the hi'l. Cultivate thsrough-
ly and keep the land as level as possible. When
they mature. pull them up, turn‘ng the roo‘s to the
sun. In bright weather. they will be cured sufficient-
ly in twenty-four hours. After threshing, or pick-
ing the nuts, the vines make exce lent hay.

A successful grower says:—Peanuts thrive best in
a sandy loamy soil.

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47

VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

SPANISH PEANUTS

SPANISH PEANUTS—An old and prolific variety,
used for hog feed. though really more palatable than
either the Tennessee or Virginia Reds. The fruit
is small and easily gatherel. Twenty-two pounds to
the bushel. Sow about 11-2 bushels to the acre,

By express or freight, peck, 45c; bu., $1.65.

WHITE VIRGINIA, OR JUMBO—This is the orig-
inal pea..ut of pindar, as it is sometimes called. It is
considered the best variety for growing South. Pro-
duces pods or shells from 11-2 to 21-2 inches in
length, containing from 3 to 5 peas to a pod. Very
productive and fine for roasting. 22 lbs. to the bushel.
Plant 3-4 bushels to the acre. By express or freight,
peck, 55c; bu., $2.00.

Chufas, or Earth Almonds

CHUFAS—This is a species of “earth nut,” grown
in the South to fatten hogs. but not to be m’staken
for Nut Grass. The Chufa is the best root c’op thit
can be grown for hogs on soils teo thin for arti-
chokes, but is not suited to heavy soils. The rlants
shade the ground but litte, and need cult'vating the
entire summer. Yield 100 bushels per acre, The
roots may remain in the ground through the winter,
and be harvested when wanted. Price of seed, qt.,
20c; pk., $1.50. By mail, postpaid, qt., 40c.

Australian Salt Bush

The Forage Plant for Arid and Alkali Soils.

A forage plant for alkali soils, and for regions sub-
ject to periodic drovth. This is a most wonderful
forage plant, 2s it will grow freely in arid and alkali
lands that will produce no other vegetation, yield-
ing a marvelously lhberal foliage which is eagerly
eaten by al! kinds of stock. It is of creeping habit.

tons of green fodder have
$1.00 per lb., postpaid.

From twenty to thirty
been harvested from an acre.

BROOM CORN

CULTURE: Broom Corn should be planted later
than Field Corn, in soil in prime eondition; plant in
drills three feet apart and six inches in the drilL
About 8 quarts should plant an acre.

IMPROVED EVERGREEN—Produces good, straight
brush in stalk about eight feet high. Brush is strict-
ly green and very fine; the best variety.

Quart, postpaid, 30c:; peck, -75e.

CALIFORNIA GOLDEN DWARF—The best of the
dwarf varieties and remarkably free from the de-
merits of the other members of this section.

Quart, postpaid, 30c; peck, 75c.

WILD RICE

The natural time for sowing is in the fall, although
it may be sown in.the spring. The seed should first
be thoroughly soaked in water. so that it will sink
into the desired situation. It may be sown in shal-
low water, not over three feet deep. and from this
depth into the shore. While it wil grow in deeper
water, it should be allowed to work its own way, the
start being in shoal water. A still day should be
chosen for sowing. so that it will not drift off into
too deep water. Price. 60c lb., postpaid.

Giant Beggar Weed

A forage pant much used and greatly esteemed
in Florida and the Gulf States. It restores worn-out
ground, and when once planted reé-seeds its-lf: re-
guires no cultivation; is liked by all animals; is eas-
ily eradicated, and requires only six pounds to pant
an acre. Price, lb., §0c, postpaid; by express, 10 lIbs.,

BUCKW HEAT

Buckwheat is. used principally in this section of
the country as food for bees, and for that purpose
the Silver Hull is the best, owing to its being so ex-
ceedingly floriferous. ‘

CULTURE: Sow broadcast. about three pecks to
the acre, In either the ear'y spring or fall.

SILVER HULL—A great improvement over the
original, old sort. yie'ding nearly double the quantity
per acre, blooming longer and maturing sooner. The
grains are of a beautiful light gray co’or, have thin
husks and less pro‘ninent corners than those of the
other sort. This flour is of good quality and very
nutritious. Lb., 25c. postnaid; by freight or express,
pk., 75c; bu. (48 lbs.), $2.75.

JAPANESE—Has been raised in this State with
good results. It is early and very productive. The
rich, dark brown kernels are twice the s‘ze of those
of Silver Hull and yield a superior flour. The plants
are of branching character and the stiff straw stands
up wel’. Lb., 25c, postnaid; by freight or express,
pk., 75c; bu. (48 lIbs.), $2.75.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

48 -REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

VALUABLE LEGUMINOUS FORAGE AND HAY PLANTS--Continued.

FLAX

When grown for seed sow one bushel per acre; if
fibre is wanted, sow at the rate of two or three
bushels. The soil should be well cultivated. Lbhb.,
25c, postpaid; pk., $1.

BERMUDA GRASS

Bermuda Grass is to the South what Kentucky B:ue
Grass is to the North and is the best hay and pas-
ture grass for all soils, which are not too wet and is
the most common grass in all parts of the Gulf
States. Its leaves and fine creeping stems lie so
close to the ground that it makes an excellent lawn
grass. It is never injured by protracted drouth and
is unhurt by the most frequent grazing and cuttings.
Its roots are so strong and wiry that it is the best of
soil-binders and is used extensively for protecting
levees, and railroad companies use thousands of pounds
annually for seeding embankments. As a hay grass
it is unexcelled and in favorable seasons will give
two cuttings and yield not less than 2 tons of hay
per acre. The ground should be very carefully pre-
pared and harrowed as fine as possible. Seed may be
sown from September to March at the rate cf about
3 pounds per acre and covered with a roller, though
if sown just before a rain no covering will be needed.
As the seeds are small they must not be covered
deeply, or they will fail to germinate.

Prices: Postpaid, 1-4 lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.

SEED OATS

Prices of Oats are continually fluctuating. Write
for prices, or if orders are intrusted to us we will
always give lowest prices on the day shipment is
made.

TEXAS RED RUST PROOF—This is the best
known variety for Southern planting. It frequently
vields 100 bushels per acre and we have known of
more prolific yields. Sown in the fall, makes sp‘en-
did winter pasture which does not prevent its mak-
ing full crop in the spring. Nearly always stands our
Texas winters, and it is said that even half stand of

fall sown yields more than a full crop of spring sown.
For fall planting sow three bushels per acre in Sep-
tember or October. For spring planting sow two
bushels per acre. By express or freight, bu., 85c.

WINTER TURF—This variety comes from Ten-
messee and has proven most valuable for winter graz-
ing, besides maturing full crops of 50 to 75 bushels
in the spring. It stools out to such an extent that
11-2 to 2 bushels is sufficient per acre. They are gray-
ish white in color. This variety has stood the heavy
freezing of our late winters. By express or f eight,

SEED BARLEY

MANCHURIE—An early 6-rowed variety, matur-
ing in 80 to 90 days from time of sowing, very strong-

sorts.

strawed and stools well, bearing large, well-filled
heads of beautiful, plump-berried grain, possessing
malting qualities of a high order, and adapting tself
readily to a wonderful variety of soils. Peck, 50c.

BEARDLESS—A remarkably heavy cropping Bar-
ley. Equal in feeding quality to any of the bearded
It is earlier than the bearded sorts, better for
feeding and easier to handle. Peck, 55e.

It is sown during the fall months for forazse and
pasture during winter and spring. It is likely better
success will be had if planted between say fr t of
September and last of November. One and a halt
bushels to the acre would be about right,-and would

make an excellent pasture from December to April.
Price, peck, 45c.

SUN FLOWER

LARGE RUSSIAN—Single heads measure 15
inches across and contain an immense amount of
seeds which are highly prized by poultry raisers. 1
lb., 10c (by mail 20c per ib.), 3 lbs. for 25c. Not pre-

SEED WHEAT.

NICARAGUA—A Wheat that will grow where other
varieties fail. This variety is no longer an experi-
ment for yield or quality of grain. In fact, we hear
nothing but praise of its wonderful drouth resisting
qualities and heavy yield. The reports of yield are -
from 28 bushels to 45 bushels per acre, and is es-
pecially adapted to our Southern climate and is much
sought after. Price, peck, 60c.

MEDITERRANEAN—We are sure all farmers who
are fortunate enough to secure some of this seed will
be highly pleased with the result, as the or:ginator
has for fourteen years past made from twenty to
forty bushels per acre, wet or dry. Price, peck, 60c.

SPELTZ, OR EMMER

Should have a place on all farms. A sure cropper
in any kinds of soil. Grand drought resister. With-
stands the extremes of heat and cold better than
any cereal we know of. It is readily eaten by all
kinds of stock and its feeding qualities are excellent,
is enormously productive, and can be treated in the
same manner as other grain. Sow broadcast. using
60 pounds per acre. Weight per bushel, 40 Ibs. Price,
peck, 60c.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, 8 EE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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P aac

‘cattle refuse it.
feet, and on poor gravelly soil, about half that height.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 49

~RE-CLEANED GRASS SEEDS

Market Fluctuates.

BROMUS INERMIS, or Awnless Brome Grass—
An exceedingly valuable grass, succeeds and pro-
duces immense crops of high nutritive value on the
sterile and arid pains of our Western States, gsrow-
ing luxuriantly on dry, sandy soils, where the other
grasses would perish. It is perennial, and once sown
down will stand for 10 years.

Sow broadcast at the rate of 20 Ibs. per acre (14
Ibs. per bushel). Per Ib., 25c, postpaid.

TIMOTHY—Is greatly relished by all kinds of
stock; yields more nutritive matter than any other
forage plant or grass. Being an early grass it is

_._ well adapted to spring and summer grazing and if

the fall season is favorable it will grow sufficiently
to furnish good fall grazing, too. Sow 10 to 12
pounds to the acre. Lb., 20c, postpaid.

PERENNIAL ENGLISH RYE (Lolium perenne.)—
It is worthy of all praise. As a pasture grass it grows
quick and withstands drouth reasonably well. We
have reporis of its success in the extreme North and
as far South as Mexico City. In the far West, also
in Old Mexico, it is used extensive'y for lawns. Our
new crop is carefully cleaned, and may be depended
on. For pasture sow in spring 25 to 30 pounds to the
acre. For lawns 60 to 70 pounds to the acre. LBD.,
25c, postpaid.

FANCY RED TOP (Agrostis vulgaris.)—A valuable
grass for moist soils. It is a good permanent grass,
standing our cimate as well as any other and con-
sequently adapted to our pastures, in which it should
be fed close, for if allowed to grow up to seed, the
On moist, rich soil, it will grow 2

Lb., 30c, postpaid.

MEADOW FESCUE, OR ENGLISH BLUE GRASS ©

(Festuca pratensis.)—Especially adapted for perma-
nent pasture. Grows 2 to 3 feet high, but not in tufts,
like Orchard Grass. Makes good hay, and cattle
thrive on it, whether in dry or green state. Suc-
eeeds even on poor soil, and as the roots penetrate
deeply from 12 to 15 inches it takes extremely dry
weather to affect it. Lb., 25c, postpaid.

KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (Poa Pratensis)—The
most valuable pasture grass in existence in sections
of the United States where conditions seem to be
right for its successful growth, but in the South it is
not always a success. The cause of this is not clear-
ly understood, but is usually supposed to be due to
deficiency of soluble lime. A great deal of Blue
Grass is used for lawns in cities, where it is possible

to Keep it watered during the dry periods. This
grass is used also with success in grass mixtures
sown for permanent pastures. Lb., 35c., postpaid.

1

Write for Prices in Quantities.

Orchard Grass.

ORCHARD GRASS _ (Dactylis glomerata.)—No
farmer should be without a small field of Orchard
Grass as in many respects it is superior to all other
grasses. It stands the drouth well in the shade,
does wel in wet or poor ground, and is splendid to
prevent worn out fields from washing. This grass
furnishes excellent pasture three weeks before any
other and after close grazing ten days’ rest is suffi-
cient for another growth. Cows fed on this will
produce more and richer milk than on the blue grass.
Lb., 30c, postpaid.

RESCUE GRASS (Bromus Unioloides)—This is a
va uable grass when sown on a rich but not very
heavy soil. It can be pastureqd during the winter and
hay cut or the seed saved in the spring. 'Twenty-
five or thirty pounds can be broadcasted to the acre.
Plant in the early fall and in the spring. Lb., 30c,
postpaid.

JOHNSON GRASS (Sorghum Halapense)—Very
rich in saccharine matter, makes an excellent hay
and produces large, juicy roots which hogs eat eager-
ly. The only objection to this grass is the great dif-
ficulity of eradicating it when once it is started.
Price, 25c lb., postpaid.

PARA GRASS—A wonderful new Grass, especially
adapted for growing in the Coast Country. It is pro-
pagated by planting pieces of the stems, about 15
inches long, in any kind of soil, but it thrives par-
ticularly well on moist or even marshy land. Plant
the cuttings about 4 feet apart each way.

For hay, cut when it is 3 to 4 feet high. Three to
four cuttings may be made in one year. The hay is
of excellent quality, and is greatly relished by all

stock. No difficu'ty is experienced in curing the hay
in this climate. Price of cuttings, 35c per doz., post-
paid; by freight or express, not prepaid, $1.00 per
100, $7.50 per 1,000.

LAWN GRASS—This is a mixture of the best
Grasses and Clovers to make a lawn where Bermuda
Grass is not wanted. Choice Mixed, lb., 35c, post-
paid; by freight or express, lb., 25c; 20 Ibs., $4.00.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

50 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

dapat ted! FERTILIZERS

We Carry the Most Complete Line
in Texas

farmer than that of soil fertility. To produce profitable crops and
at the same time to maintain and even to increase the productive
capacity of the soil may rightly be termed “good farming.” Many

farmers are able to do this, and the knowledge of how to do it has
been largely acquired through years of experience, during which the

someon sestese

FERTIUZERS

| PUT UP FOR

SO TT

its management and manuring have been made the subjects of care-
ful study. To those however, who desire any information relative to

benefit of our experience.

VEGETABLE GROWER—The best fertilizer for all truck and gar-
den crops. Analysis: 7 per cent available phosphoric acid, 5 per
cent ammonia, 5 per cent potash. The ammonia is in such form
as will give the crops a quick start and keep them growing. It runs
high in potash, a most important plant food for vegetables and phos-
phoric acid in its most available shape. Apply 400 to 600 pounds to
the acre.

Price:—100 pounds, $1.65. |

RAW BONE SUPER-PHOSPHATE—Analysis: Phosphoric Acid, 9 per cent; Ammonia, 3 per cent;
Potash, 2 per cent. This is a splendid fertilizer, for all vegetables and is preferred by many, especially
for potatoes, using 600 pounds per acre and 300 pounds for cotton and corn. Price:—100 pounds, $1.25.

ACID PHOSPHATE—Analysis: Phosphoric Acid, 14 per cent. Quite essential to produce healthy
growth is demanded. It is usually applied after a cosphate and the intelligent farmer will soon detect
this by the want of vigor in the plant’s life. Apply 200 to 400 pounds to acre. Price:—100 pounds, $1.00.

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RICE SPECIAL—Analysis: Phosphoric Acid, 10 per cent; Potash, 2 per cent. Apply 100 to 150

pounds to the acre. Price:—100 pounds, $1.20.

NITRATE OF SODA—This is the cheapest concentrated form of ammonia or nitrogen that’ can be
bought commercially. It is very profitable to use On most any class of crops where quick, vigorous
growth is demanded. It is usually applied after a crop is growing, because it is available so quick that
it can’t be used to profit when seed are planted except on very quick maturing stuff. It is valuable in
composts, and especially desirable to hurry on cabbage, onions, lettuce and other vegetables, also to draw
up rye and oats. Apply 75 pounds to 100 pounds per acre. Price:—Per 100 pounds, $3.50.

GERMAN KAINIT—It runs:twelve to fifteen per cent of actual potash, and its values are based on
its content of potash. The other eighty-five per cent is gypsum, salt, carnalite, etc., and while these salts
are not plant foods they do exert more or less influence on crops. Kainit is reeommended as an insecticide
and germicide; prevents rust in cotton, scab on potatoes, and destroys numerous insects in the soil where
applied. It-is splendid to put in the compost or any formula requiring potash, or it can be used inde-
pendenty from other fertilizer, or in addition, at the rate of two to four hundred pounds to the acre.
Price:—Per 100 pounds, $1.10.

MURIATE OF POTASH—This is an important potash salt, running from fifty to fifty-five per cent
actual potash. It is one of the most soluble forms of potash that can be obtained commercially and is
more largely used than any other form. It is more largely used for the reason of its concentration. Mu-
riate of Potash is used in compost, and is nearly always the source of potash. in all complete fertilizers.
It is largely used independently of other fertilizers, or is added to so-called complete fertilizers to bring
‘up the per cent of potash to the desird amount. Potatoes, cabbage, turnips and beets’ especially need
Muriate of Potash. Price:—Per 100 pounds, $3.40.

BONE -MEAL—The cheapest fertilizer on the market when you take into account what you really
get for your money. We guarantee it to run 181-2 per cent phosphoric acid and not less than 3 per cent
ammonia. Splendid for fruits and trees of all descriptions. Price:—100 pounds, $1.65.

SULPHATE OF POTASH—Analysis: Potash, 50 per: cent. For oranges and other fruit trees is
superior to Muriate of Potash. Price:—100 pounds, $3.50,

TANKAGE—Analysis: Phosphoric Acid, 6 per cent; Potash, 6 per cent. A packing house refuse
consisting of bone, dried blood, etc. phe slow to dissolve is a. splendid- soil. invigorator. Price:—100
pounds, $1.25. :

SPECIAL OFFER—If you order one ton of fertilizer from us, no matter if not all: of. one kind, we
offer it at 5c per. 100 pounds less. ‘

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

There is, perhaps, no question of greater importance to the practical »

character of the soil, its adaptability for crops, and the methods of.

the Fertilizers we offer we will be only too glad to give them the full |

. THE.TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 51.

The Fertilizers listed on the opposite page are
Especially Manufactured for us by

THE STANDARD GUANO AND CHEMICAL
MANUFACTURING CO.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

The enormous demand for these Fertilizers and
the satisfaction they have given, really compels
us to give them this additional space

SOUTHERN
PRIDE

————

Fertilizer
Distributor

This Fertilizer Distributor can easily be operated by one man and one horse.

Through a series of cogs the Fertilizer is thoroughly pulverized.

The improved Cutoff and Lever, in reach of the operator, guarantees perfect
control and regulates the quantity desired for an acre. Through climatic action all
fertilizers are apt to cake more or less. By using this Distributor it will pulverize
and distribute equally which is the most important part in using fertilizers to the
best advantage... Price, $6.00 each.

Send 2 cents and we will mail you pamphlet on Fertilizers.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER. ;

52 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

PLANET JR. TOOLS FOR 1911

NO. 25 PLANET JR. COMBINED HILL AND DRILL
SEEDER AND DOUBLE WHEEL HOE, CUL-
TIVATOR AND PLOW.

NO. 4 PLANET JR. COMBINED HILL AND DRILL
SEEDER, WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR
AND PLOW.

Price, Complete, $11.00; Weight, 47 Ibs. As a Seeder
Only, $9.00. Holds 2'4% Quarts of Seed.

This tool combines, in a single convenient imple-
ment, a capital hill-dropping seeder, a continuous
row seeder, an admirable single wheel hoe, an excel-
lent furrower, a capital wheel cultivator and a rapid
and efficient wheel garden plow. In a word, with a
great variety of tools, excellent in design and qual-
ity, it is without an equal for easy adjustment, light-
ness strength and beauty. It is a practical, every
day, time, labor and money saver. It sows in con-
tinuous rows with great uniformity, and drops with
accuracy in hills, 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart. The
feed is automatically stopped by raising the handles,
and started by lowering them.

NO. 8 PLANET JR. HORSE HOE AND CULTI-
VATOR. |

ee EL tare ches HE *

Price,

No other cultivating machine is so widely known
as the Planet Jr. Combined Horse Hoe and Culti-
vator, for it is in use throughout the civilized world.
It is so strongly built as to withstand incredible
strain, yet it is light and easy to handle. It opens
and closes furrows, hoes right up to the plants with-
out danger of injuring, throws dirt to or from the
row and throws back from centre again. You can
cultivate to any depth desired, and adjust for any
width. Every part is perfected to make the tool ac-
ceptable to the intelligent farmer who knows the best
is always the cheapest.

As a seeder the No. 4 is accurate, simple, durable,
reliable and easy running, doing first-class jwork in
every particular.

Pfice, $13.50. Weight, packed, 59 Ibs. Holds 214
Quarts of Seed.

This new combined machine is intended for gar-
deners who have a large enough acreage in crops
for a Double Wheel Hoe to be used to good advan-
tage, and yet prefer not to buy seeders and wheel
hoes spearately. : Ree?

The change from Drill to Wheel Hoe and back
again is quickly made, and the entire combination is
one we can hreatily recommend and guarantee satis-
factory. :

PLANET JR. TWELVE-TOOTH HARROW, CUL-
TIVATOR AND PULVERIZER.

Weight, packed, 74 Ibs. Without

Price, plain, $6.20.

Complete, $9.00.
Pulverizer, $7.40.

Gardeners cultivate better than formerly. It has
been found to pay best. With the Twelve-Tooth Har-
row you go as deep or shallow as you like, come up
close to row without injuring plants, cut out all the
weeds, stir the soil anq mellow and fine it as with
a garden rake. You w‘den and narrow as you please
between 12 and 32 inches. It’s a special favorite
with strawberry growers, market gardeners and truck-
ers.

A strawberry runner cutter consisting of a 10-inch
ain steel disc mounted on an outrigger. Extra. Price,

85.

SEND FOR COMPLETE 56-PAGE PLANET JR. CATALOGUE.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

THE TEXAS SEED HOUSE. 53

POULTRY SUPPLY DEPARTMENT

INCUBATORS, POULTRY REMEDIES,
ROUP CURES, EGG STIMULANTS,
LICE KILLERS, DISINFECT-
ANTS, ETC.

Prices given below do not
charges except where noted.

include prepaying

F otbs %
Pouttry Feep

MANUFACTURED BY

| MILLING CO. |
| Kansas Cily, Mo.

Owing to prevailing high prices of grain and fluc~-
tuating markets we cannot hold ourselves to prices
quoted below on Poultry Feed but will do so as long
as We can,

SCRATCH FEED—(Standard Hen Food).

Directions for Feeding—For every dozen hens, use
a - Slack quart of Scratch Feed in the Spring
and Summer, and a heaping quart in the Fall and
Winter. Bed the pen with four to six inches of straw,
(litter) scattering the food in thinly, so that the hens
will have to work it out. When you can keep your
hens scratching, their blood is circulating, and good
ege production is bound to follow. 100 Ibs., $2.75;
ib: oes

BABY CHICK FEED.

Directions for Feeding—Little chicks, like chick-
ens, are hungry all the time, and have to be fed spar-
ingly every few hours in the day. If possible, bed
their feeding place with an inch or two of cut alfalfa
or clover. Seatter Baby Chick Feed in _ light-
ly, as much as they can eat up clean. Do not over-
feed. 100 Ibs., $2.75; lb., 3c.

MASH—Makes Hens Lay. Green Food and Meat
Ration for Moulting and Winter Eggs.

Directions For Feeding—Scald or- boil. Feed as
much as the hens will eat up clean. Mix in table

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

for 25c.

scraps that can be mashed fine. Do not use coarse
bits of scrap, whole bone or gristle. 100 Ibs., $3.50:
10 lbs., 40c.

PIGEON FEED—Specially prepared. 100 Ibs., $2.75:
lb., 3c.

ALFALFA MEAL—For
lb., 5 cents,

GRANULATED CHARCOAL—Sizes, 10 Ibs., 50c.;
50 lbs., $2.00; 100 Ibs., $3.50,

Poultry. 100 Ilbs., $4.50;

INCUBATORS—We carry a complete line of In-
cubators and Brooders, Thermometers, Egg Testers,
etc. Send 4c, for their catalogue.

FAUST HEALTH GRIT—For Pigeons.
$4.50; Ib.,. 6c.

GROUND BEEF SCRAPS—100 Ibs., $4.00; Ib., 5c.

BLOOD MEAL—100 lbs., $4.50; Ib., 5c.

GROUND BONE—(Coarse and fine).
lbs., $8.75; Ib., 5c.

100 lbs.,

Each, 100

MICA GRIT—(Coarse, medium and fine).

Each,
100 Ibs., $2.00; 10 lbs.,.25c.; lb., 3c.
OYSTER SHELLS—(Coarse and fine). Each, 100

Ibs., $1.00; 10 lbs., 15c.; Ib. 7 2c.
CANARY—Postpaid,

Not prepaid, 3 lbs.

HEM P—Postpaid, lb., 20c.; not prepaid, 3 lbs. for
25 cents.

RAPE—Postpaid, lb., 25c.;
25 cents.

SUNFLOWER—Postpaid Ib.,
lbs. for 25c,

MOCKING BIRD FOOD—Price, per can, postpaid,
50 cents.

CONKEY’S RELIABLE REMEDIES

EACH ARTICLE MUST SATISFY YOU OR You
RECEIVE YOUR MONEY BACK.

not prepaid, 2 lbs. for

20c.; not prepaid, 3

CONKEY’S ROUP
CURE— Symptoms:
Sneezing, followed
by wheezy, difficult
breathing, Discharge
from the nostrils and
eyes, Which quickly
thickens, becoming
cheesy looking; rat-
tling in the throat;
offensive odor, loss

cents and $1.00, post-

of vitality, ete.
paid.

Prices, 50

54 REICHARDT & SCHULTE 'CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

* CONKEY’S REMEDIES—Continued.

Bronchitis Remedy, 50c. ‘Chicken Pox Remedy, 50c.
(Postpaid, 55c.) Cholera Remedy, 25c. and 50c. Flea
Salve, 25c., (postpaid, 30c). Fly Knocker, 35c., 60c.
and $1.00. Gape, 50c., (postpaid, 60c.).
Ointment, 10c, and 25c. Healing Powder, 50e. Healing
Salve, 25c. and 50c. Hoof Remedy, 50c., (postpaid,
70c.). Laying Tonic, 25c., 50c., $1.00 and $1.50, (Ex.
paid, 50c., 75c, $1.50 and $3.50). Lice Powder, 10c., 25c.,
50c., $1.00, (prepaid, 15c., 40c., 75c., and $1.50). Lice
Liquid, 35c., 60c. and $1.00, (Ex. paid, 60c., 85c. and
$1.40). INox-i-cide, 35c., 60c., 90c. and $1.50, (Ex. paid,
60c., 85c., $1.25, $2.00). Poultry Tonic, 25c., (postpaid,
30c.). Stock Vigor, 25c., (postpaid,. 40c.).. Sulphur
Candles, 10c., 3 for 25c.; 12 for $1.00, (prepaid, 15c.,
40c. and $1.50).

—The greatest loss to poul-
trymen is traceable to ignor-
ance. Disease appears—yo1l
cannot tell what it is—time
is lost inquiring and trying to
find out—fowls get worse—
before ‘you know what to do
a number of valuable birds are
gone—disease has a _ strong
foothold in your flock. Expe-
rience ig a great teacher. We
have had the experience—
that’s been our business for
many years. Now we want to give you the benefit of it.
We have published a fine 72-page book entitled
“POULTRY DISEASES.” It sells for 25c. It tells what
the symptoms of diseases are—how to diagnose dis-
ease. Also how to feed—how to house and properly
take care of your fowl. It is full of information that
is valuable to you. You need a copy, and we want you
to have it. Send 2c in stamps to cover postage, and
we will mail this book free.

A book of Useful Informanon

Price, ——— 25 conte

eumisers ov,
G. E. CONKEY & CO,
CLEVELAND OHO

PRATT’S FOODS

PRATT’S ANIMAL REGULATOR—26 oz. pkg., 25¢-;
5 lb., pkg., 60c.

PRATT’S EGG PRODUCER—26 oz. pkg., 25c.; 4 Ib.
pke., 50c.

PRATT’S CONDITIONER—12 1b. sack, 75c.

INTERNATIONAL CO.’s PRODUCTS

DAN PATCH WHITE LINIMENT—50 cents.
LOUSE KILLER—25 cents,

SILVER PINE HEALING OIL—25 cents.
GOPHER POISON—25 cents, (postpaid, 45 cents).
HONEY TAR FOOT REMEDY—50 cents.
WORM POWDER—50 cents, (postpaid, 70 cents).
POULTRY FOOD—25 cents and 50 cents.
STOCK FOODS—25 cents and 50 cents each.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

Head Lice

VALUABLE BOOK FREE

FOR DOGS AND BIRDS

CONKEY’S MANGE BALSAM—50 cents; express-
age extra.

CONKEY’S DISTEMPER REMEDY—50
(postpaid, 55 cents).

cents;

SPRATT’S DOG BISCUITS—35 and 60 cents pkgs.

FOR HORSES AND CATTLE

COMPRESSED SALT BRICKS—Each, 25c.

INCUBATORS, BROODERS, THERMOME-
TERS, ETC.

ESSEX MODEL PORTABLE HOVER—1911 MODEL.

Complete with Galvanized Iron Lamp Box and
Hover, Lamp and Thermometer; ready for operation

in any Brooding House, Colony House, Coop or other

building. It is used in all Essex Model Brooders.
Possesses more Hover space than any other similar
Hover. Contains 324 square inches.
to date. Price, $7.50.

THE FAMOUS ESSEX MODEL STANDARD IN-
CUBATOR—1911 MODEL,
(Made in Six Sizes.)

Automatic and Perfect Regulation and Ventilation.

It is right down-

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INCUBATORS, BROODERS, THERMOMETERS,

ETC.— Continued

Equipped with the Essex Corrugated Thermostat.
Made throughout of High-grade Chestnut. Double
walls and top perfectly insulated. The World’s Most
Perfect Hatcher. Best appearing and best constructed.

Capacities, 100 to 410 eggs. Prices, $17.00 to $48.00.

Prices and Sizes.

; Price.
No. 0 Standard Incubator, holds 100 eggs...... $17.00
No. 1 Standard Incubator, holds 175 eggs...... 23.00
No. 2 Standard Incubator, holds 275 eggs...... 32.00
No. 3 Standard Incubator, holds 410 eggs...... 37.00

’ No. 4 Standard Incubator (Duck Eggs), holds

324 eggs ;
No. 5 Standard Incubator (Ostrich Eggs), holds

42 eggs
these

See how easily they work.

Call at our store and examine

Hatchers.

Superior
Everything
Nothing to do but to fill the lamp and

trim the wick. They run themselves.

automatic.

All Essex Model Incubators are guaranteed to give

satisfaction.

THERMOMETERS

“Tycus Brand”---Surest and Best on the
Market.

The best incubator or brooder manufactured is
worthless unless the thermometer used therein is ac-
curate. Hundreds of hatches fail in incubators be-
cause of inferior thermometers, and large numbers
of chickens are killed in brooders owing to defective

or worthless thermometers.

INCUBATOR THERMOMETERS—75c. each, post-

paid.

BROODER THERMOMETERS—60c. each, post-
paid.

HYDROMETERS—By using this in your incubator
you can readily see the amount of moisture your ma-
chine is consuming and the necessary amount re-
quired for a successful hatch. Frequently the new
beginner will give either too little or not sufficient
moisture and the result is a failure. You will expe-
rience no difficulty if using a “Tycus” brand of Hy-
drometer. Price, by mail, $1.50.

GALVANIZED IRON DRINKING FOUNTAIN—
These fountains embody every good feature of the
up-to-date drinking fountain and are acknowledged
to be the best in use.

Prices: Quart size, 25¢.; 2-Quart size, 50c.

SANITARY SELF-FEEDING BOXES—Manufac-
tured from the best galvanized iron; it contains three
compartments for food, shell or grit. It can be hung
up against the wall at any height desired. The best
self-feeding hopper on the market.

Prices: Small size, 75c.; Large size, $1.00.

CYPHERS’ DRY FOOD HOPPER—It has two com-
partments, a large one for grain mixture, holding
about six quarts, and a small one for beef scraps,
holding about three quarts. The hopper is provided
with a hinged cover which protects the grain at all
times from moisture and filth, and is also supplied
with a strong handle for convenience in filling and

handling. These hoppers are intended to be hung
against the wall of a poultry house. $1.00.
“EARTHENWARE DRINKING FOUNTAINS’—

These are made and so constructed that they feed
themselves. No danger of -little chicks drowning;
they have easy access, but cannot get into the open-
ing. For yard purposes there are none better. Grown
hens as well as the chicks have easy access, yet can-
not soil the water. — .

Prices: Three-quart, 35c. each; one-gallon, 50c.

each.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER AGRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

POULTRY SUPPLIES—Continued

LEG BANDS—Price, 12 for 15c.; 100 for 75c., post-
paid.

X-RAY EGG TESTERS—25c. each; postpaid, 30c.

EYRIE EGG-SHIPPING BOXES—These boxes are
made of corrugated paper, and are very strong. The
self-locking handle prevents contents being tamper-
ed with. 15-egg size, doz., $1.50; 30-egg size, $2.

KNOX NEST EGG LICE EXPELLER—5c. each.;

5Ce. dozen.

WILSON .BONE & GRINDING MILLS—Prices,
$6.00 and upward. Write for catalogue.

SPRAYERS AND SEED, BROAD—
CASTERS

LOWELL COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYER.—Does
Has
Most practical for orchard, field

not require constant pumping. an automatic
thumb lever valve.

and garden work.

One pumping will expel entire contents of tank and
is sufficient to spray 2,000 plants. Spraying nozzle
may be reversed to spray under side of bushes and
plants. The Automatic Thumb Lever Valve is at all
times under complete control of operator—hence none
of the solution is wasted. It saves its cost in making
a given amount of compound do so much more work.
An Adjustable Shoulder Strap and Tree Attachment
with suitable couplings for orchard ana tree spray-
ing, furnished with each machine. Aluminum finish.

Capacity, 3 gallons.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

BROADCAST HAND SEED-SOWERS.
For Sowing Alfalfa, Millet, Oats, Wheat, Hemp,
Barley, Rye, Rice, Buckwheat, Etc. A Model for Ac-
curacy and Durability.

CAHOON’S PATENT BROADCAST SEED-SOW-

ER—Sows from 4 to 8 acres per hour at an ordinary .

walking gait, throwing wheat about 40 feet wide.
Full directions for use with every machine, $3.50.

SMITH’S SPECIAL WHEELBARROW ALFALFA

_ SEEDER.—This Seeder, 14 feet long, sowing a 14-foot

width as fast aS a man can walk, delivered at your
station by express for only $10.00.

CYCLONE SEEDER—This machine is strictly
first-class in every respect; will sow perfectly even
and any desired amount to the acre. Price, $1.50.

CRESCENT HAND CORN PLANTER—$1.25.

LOWELL GRAND SPRAYER—Capacity, 1 quart.
Price, 50c.

AUTO-SPRAY—Compressed air patent.
4 gallons.
$6.50.

LOWELL BLOW POWDER SPRAYER—Capacity,
one quart of powder. Price, 75c.

Capacity,
Price, galvanized tank, $5.00; brass tank,

INSECTICIDES AND FUNGICIDES

ANT KILLER—(Conkey’s). For destroying ants in
house, lawn and garden. Non-poisonous to children
or animals. Box, 25c., (postpaid, 45c.).

APHIS PUNK—A nicotine paper for fumigating.
Box, 60c.

ARSENATE OF LEAD—A poisonous spray, used
extensively in spraying shade trees affected with the
elm leaf beetle and caterpillars.
remedy against the potato and rose bug.
5 Ibs., $1.00, not prepaid.

1 Ib., -25¢.;

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BORDEAUX MIXTURE—(Licuid). A mellow and
fungus remedy. By adding water it is ready for use.
By express, 1 qat., 60c.; 1 gal., $2.25. One gallon will
make one barrel liquid.

COOPER’S WINTER TREE SPRAY—Kills with
absolute certainty the eggs of all insects and clears
trees of all obnoxious parasites. Price, 75c. per can.

FISH OIL SOAP—¥, Ib., 10c.: Ib., 20c.; 5 Ibs., 90c.

LONDON PURPLE—LD., 25c.

PARIS GREEN—Mixed at the rate of one puund to
200 gallons of water, it will prove effective against all
chewing insects. 1 lb. can, 40c.; 14 lb. can, 25c. This
article is liable to fluctuate in price. Special prices
on large lots.

SLUG SHOT—(Hammond’s) —
Excellent for destroying Cabbage,
Turnip and Beet fly, Potato bugs.
Prepared ready for use. Price, lb.
cans, 10c.; 5 Ibs., 35c.; 10 Ibs., 60c.

TOBACCO DUST—TIf dusted on
while the foliage is moist it de-
stroys Rose lice, Cabbage and Tur-
nip fieas, ete. Spread upon the
ground, it keeps off all earth in-
sects and also acts as an excellent
fertilizer. Price, Lb., 10c.; 5 Ibs.,
30c., 10 lbs., 50c.

TOBACCO STEMS—For fumigating Price, Lb.,
5e.; 5 Ilbs., 20c.;100 lIbs., $2.00.

~ GRAFTING WAX—1-4 lb. sticks, 10c.
add 10c. per lb, for postage.

RAFFIA—For tieing plants; Ib., 25c.
RUBBER HOSE.

Extra quality, 3 ply, 3-4 inch, per foot, 10c.
Extra quality, 3 ply, 1-2 inch, per foot, 9c.

: A Wonderful Insect Pest Exter-

minator. — Unsurpassed for

pecan quickly exterminating all insect
oRnacco

» Soap.

life on plants and flowers in and

out of doors. Excellent for rose

bushes, shrubs, etc. For domes-

INSECTS tic purposes it rids the house of

cockroaches, and is a superior

Prevents poultry lice. Three ounce cake, sufficient

for one and one-half gallons prepared solution, 10c.

each, 75c. per dozen. Eight ounce cakes, sufficient for

four gallons prepared solution. 20c each, $1.50 per
dozen.

If by mail.

wash for dogs and all animals.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

Retail Price List Fruit and Nursery Stock

The schedule of prices submitted is for retail busi-
ness only, and for larger quantities parties should
always submit a complete list of ther wants, stating
varieties wanted, the grades and number of each.
The closest possible prices will then be made
promptly,

We shall always be glad to have complete inquiries
for your list of wants and make careful estimates and
suggestions as to your plantings.

CITRUS TRIFOLIATA—$1.50 per lb.,
$1.60). :

We also offer Fruit and Shade Trees. Write for
prices.

(postpaid,

ORANGE TREES.

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New Industrial Plant for Texas

: 99
‘Cucumis Loofah Texana
IMPROVED DISH RAG GOURD
Crossed by Albert Schwenke, Expert Gardener,

Houston, Texas, R. F. D. 3
IT WILL PRODUCE ENORMOUS GAINS

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culti-
Germany

so far been

Plants
vated in Texas with more or less success.
has brought the fabrics of this plant, respectively her

of various kinds have

fruit, into the service of the various industries. Since
over 20 years this industry has made a gigantic prog-

ress. For example, there are in Germany alone about
6,000,000 of these fruits manufactured into bath
brushes, insoles, sandals, bath shoes, nail ‘brushes,

etc., which represents a value of over $170,000.

Samples sent to Germany to the largest factory
found highest approval, and they advise culture on
a large scale and will be customers of all the goods
at good prices. They write to me: “Your sample
finds our approval. If every piece proves the same
way, we can promise you a large trade.

Quarter-pound package, containing 1200 seeds.. 7.00

Pamphlets free on application—both in German
and Engl'sh.

58 REICHARDT & SCHULTE C0O.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS

WE POSITIVELY HANDLE NO SEEDS ON COMMISSION. WE IMPORT OUR STOCKS
DIRECT AND PUT THEM UP OURSELVES

ABUTILON (Flowering Maple, or Chinese Bell-
flower)—A tender perennial shrub, used generally in
greenhouses, but growing into small trees in the
South Mixed colors, pkt., 10c.

ADONIS (Flos Adonis, or Pheasant’s Eye)—A hardy
annual of easy culture, growing about one foot high.
Pita se.

AGERATUM (Floss Flower)—A hardy annual of
easy culture, especially valuable for bedding, as it is
literally covered with blossoms all summer.

Mexicanum—Imperial Dwarf Blue. Pkt., 5c.

Mexicanum—Imperial Dwarf White. Pkt., 5c.

Mexicanum—Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

ALYSSUM SWEET—One foot high, very «sweet,
honey fragrance. PKt., 5c.

AMARANTHUS—Hardy annuals, grown especially
for their brilliant foliage.

CAUDATUS (Love Lies Bleeding)—Pkt., 5c.

Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat)—Grows three feet high,
with brilliant leaves in panlesated, red, yellow, green,
etc, Pkt., 5c.

ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon)—A half hardy per-
ennial. Flowers are oddly shaped and apparently
closed, but by pressing the sides ‘together can be
made to open like a dog’s mouth.

Tall, Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

Dwarf, Mixed—Pkt., dc.

AQUILEGIA (Columbine)—A hardy perennial.

Fine Mixed—All colors. Pkt., 5c.

ARISTOLOCHIA- SIPHO (Dutchanm’s Pipe)—
Strong growing, hardy climber. Pkt., 10c.

ASTER—These grow best in rieh soil, although

they will give satisfactory results in any ordinary
garden soil. . Annual.

Giant Branching Comet—Blue. Pkt., 10c.

Giant Branching Comet—Carmine. Pkt., 10c.

Giant Branching Comet—White. Pkt., 10c.

Giant Branching Comet—Mixed. Pkt., 5c
Truffaut’s Peony-flowered Perfection—Mixed. Pkt.,

5 cents.

Snowba]I—Clear pure white.
Victoria—Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

BALLOON VINE, OR LOVE-IN-A-PUFF—Climb-
ing annual, with small aU ES ee flowers. PKG, 5e.

BALSAM (Lady Slipper, or Touch-Me- Not)
French Camellia—Double Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Rose-Flowered—Double Mixed. Pkt., be.
Rose-Flowered—Double Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Carnation Striped—Double Mixed. Pkt., 5c...

BARTONIA AUREA (Golden Bartonia)—A hardy
annual, growing about two feet high and bearing
golden-yellow flowers. Pkt., 5c.

BACHELOR’S BUTTON—See Centaurea. -
BEGONIA—Fine Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

KOC:

— ——+————.

BELLIS PERENNIS (Double Daisy)—

Extra Double White, or Snowball—A clear white
variety. Pkt., 10¢e

Extra Double—Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

BURNING BUSH—See Kochia.

CALENDULA (Pot Marigold)—Very hardy annual,
one foot high, blooming freely practically the whole
year round.

Double Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

CALIFORNIA POPPY, OR ESCHSCHOLTZIA—A
hardy annual, with fine-cut, feathery foliage and
beautiful velvety cup-shaped flowers. Pkt., 5c; 1-2
OZ be

CALLIOPSIS (Fine Mixed)—A hardy annual, grow-
ing about three feet high, and valuable for bright bed-
ding effects or for cutting. Pkt., 5c.

CANDYTUFT—Good for bedding in masses.

Empress—White. Pkt., 5c,

Fine. Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

Everlasting—Pkt., 5c. -

CANNA (Indian Shot)—Crozy’s varieties.
mixed. Pkt., 10c.

CANTERBURY BELLS (Campanula)—Of easy cul-
ture, but preferring rich, moist soil,
' Single Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

Double Mixed—Pkt., 5c

CARNATIONS—Double mixed.

Finest

Very fine quality.

Pkt., 10c.

Marguerite—Pkt., 10c.
CASTOR OIL BEAN—See Ricinus,

CENTAUREA—A hardy annual, embracing a num-
ber of species, some being grown only for their fol-
iage.,

Cyanus (Bachelor’s Button, or Bluebottle, or Corn
Flower)—Of easy culture. Sow the seed where it
is to remain and thin to three or four inches. aiae
Bkts 5ef

Emperor William—(Large blue.) Pkt., 5c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM—(Annyuals), finest
Pkt., 5c; (Perennials), finest mixed. Pkt., 10c.

COCKSCOMB (Dwarf Mixed)—Several shades of
red and yellow, mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Dwarf New Giant Empress—A rich, crimson varie-
ty, with dark foliage and very wide combs. Pkt,
10 cents

Feathered (Plumosa)—Pkt., 5c.

COSMOS—A hardy annual, with fine-cut, feathery
foliage and large showy blossoms in rose, crimson,
pink and white.

Early Flowering, Mixed—The usual Cosmos colors
in mixtures. Pkt., 5c.

Giants of Galizoniia riche 10e.

CYPRESS VINE (Ipomoea Quamoclit)—A climb-
ing annual, with soft fern-like foliage and small star-
like flowers, in red, pink, or white. Scarlet, pkt., Be;
White, Pkt., 5c; Rose, Pkt., 5c; Mixed, Pkt., 5c.

mixed.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS--Cohtinued.

DAHLIAS—Fine single mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Fine Double Mixed—Pkt., 10c.

DAISY (Bellis)—Finest double mixed.
Double White—Pkt., 10c. ©

DIANTHUS, OR PINKS—Fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Chinese Double—Pkt., 5c.

Large Imperial—Pkt., 5c.

Feverfew—Double white. Pkt., 5c.

~FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis)—Blue. Pkt., 5c;
White, Pkt., 5c; Rose, Pkt., 5c; Mixed, Pka., 5c.

FOUR O’CLOCK (Marvel of Peru)—Splendid mix-
Sng eekr-wbc.

FOXGLOVE (Digitalis)—Fine mixed. Pkt., dc.

GAILLARDIA (Blanket Flower)—A very showy
garden plant, with brilliant flowers in scarlet and
yellow, blended and shaded. Pkt., 5c.

GLOBE AMARANTH, OR GOMPHRENA—A low-
growing hardy annual, everlasting, or straw flower,
about eight inches high, with globe-shaped flowers, in
red or white. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

GODETIA—An attractive hardy annual, deserving
more extensive cultivation. Fine mixed, pkt., 5c.

~ GOURDS—Some varieties, besides being odd, are
very ornamental.

Mixed Ornamental Varieties—Pkt., 5c.
_ Dish Cloth, or Luffa—The inside lining resembles
a sponge, very useful. Pkt., 5c.
' Dipper—Can readily be made into a dipper.
5 cents.

Nest Egg—These reSemble a hen’s egg and are
frequently used for nest eggs. Pkt., 5c.

Sugar Trough—Useful for baskets or buckets, hold-
ing from two to ten. gallons each. Pkt., 5c.

GYPSOPHILA (Baby’s Breath)—A hardy annual of
easy culture. Mixed, PEt., 5c.

HELIOTROPE—Hizchly valued for the fragrance of
its flowers and duration of bloom.
Dark Varieties—Very choice, mixed.

Pkt., 5c.

PkKt.,

Weicte., Fe:

HOLLYHOCK—Hollyhocks make a fine row in the
garden, or a fine background next to a building or
high wall or fence.

Double German—Finest mixed. Pkt., 5c.

JAPANESE HOP, OR HUMULUS—A rapid-grow-
ing, hardy climbing annual, with dense leaves.
Japonicus—Bright-green foliage. Pkt., 5c.

LANTANA—A tender perennial, two to three feet
high, bearing verbena-like clusters of flowers, in or-
ange, white, rose and other colors. Blooms constant-
ly all summer. Fine mixed. Pkt., 10ce.

LARKSPUR (Delphinium)—The Larkspur is one
of the handsomest and most useful of plants and for
large gardens is invaluable.

Double Dwarf German Rocket—Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Double Tall German Flowered—Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

LINUM, OR SCARLET FLAX—A hardy annual
about one and one-half feet high. Pkt., 5c.

LOBELIA—A very useful genus of plants of easy
culture and well adapted for bedding, pots or rock-
eries.

Emperor William—A very fine, compact variety,
with intensely blue flowers. Pkt., 5c.

- Queen of Whites—Pure white flowers.

Finest Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

Pkt., 5c.

LOVE-IN-A-MIST—See Nigella.

MARIGOLD—WNo flower garden is complete without
this fine old fashioned plant.
African Double Mixed—Well adapted for large beds.
PREE., 56.
’ French Double Tall Mixed—Pkt., 5c.

Gold Margined Single Dwarf—PkEt., 5c.

MIGNONETTE—A well known haray annual pro-
ducing dense spikes of exceedingly fragrant flowers.
Seed sown in autumn will bloom early in the fol-
lowing spring.

Large Flowering—Large flowered sweet. Pkt., 5c.

Victoria—Dark red blossoms, very desirable. Pkt.,
5 cents.

MOON FLOWER (Ipomoea Grandiflor:3 Alba)
—Will grow thirty to forty feet in a single season

and be covered with its large, white flowers every
evening and cloudy day. Pkt., 10c.

MORNING GLORY (Convelvulus Major)—A hardy
climbing annual, growing about ten feet long. Flow-
ers are well known and exist in a great variety of
colors, tints, and markings.

Tall,.or Climbing Varieties—Mixed.
15 cents.

Dwarf or Bush Varieties (Convolvulus Minor)—
Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Mixed Imperial Japanese—Flowers of immense size.
PREY 5

MOURNING BRIDE (Scabiosa or Sweet Scabious)

—This is one of the most attractive of the old fash-
ioend flowers. Pkt.; 5c.

MUSK PLANT (Mimulus Moschatus)—Cultivated
on account of its musky odor. Pkt., 5c.
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em

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Nasturtium.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS--Continued.

NASTURTIUM—Few plants are more easily grown
or remain longer in bloom.

Dwarf Barieties, Mixed—A
many varieties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
$5c.

Tall, or Climbing Varieties—Splendid mixture. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; 1-4 lb., 25c; Ib., 85c.

NEMOPHILA (Love Grove)—A delicate, attractive,
hardy annual; six inches high. Mixed. PKEt., 5c.

splendid mixture of
1-4 lb., 25c; Ib.,

NICOTIANA—Handsome garden plants of the to-
bacco family.

Affinis, Mixed—Flowers
violet.

NIGELLA, OR LOVE-!IN-A-MIST—A hardy annual,
one foot high, with finely cut foliage,
Damascena—Pkt., 5c.

white, carmine-rose and

OXALIS—Very pretty, herbaceous plants with
richly colored blossoms.
Rosea—Rose colored. Pkt., 10c.

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PANSIES—Pansies are too well known to require
any description, as they are favorites with all.

Good Mixed—Pkt., 5c.
Giant Trimardeau—Finest Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Prize Show Varieties—Mixed. Pkt., 10c.,

Extra Choice German Imperial—Specially import-
ed for our trade. Pkt., 25c.

PETUNIA—Petunias are unsurpassed for massing
in beds. Their richness of color, duration of bloom
and easy culture will always make them popular.

Fine Mixed—Flowers in excellent variety of mark-

inkeroe KE. 25C:
Double Mixed—A good percentage of double flow-
ers. Pkt., 10c.

LARGE FLOWERING PETUN!IAS—Choicest large
flowered mixed. Pkt., 15c.

FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2,

60 REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

PHLOX DRUMMONDII (Grandiflora)—A hardy
annual, growing from six inches to one foot high and
bearing beautiful, soft-petaled, and brilliantly color-
ed flowers all spring and summer.

Brilliant Scarlet—Pkt., 10c.

Pure White—Pkt., 10c.

Splendens—Bright red, with white eye. Pkt., 10c.

Yellow (Isabellina)—Soft Primrose. Pkt., 10c.

Fine Mixture—Of all colors of the larger types.
Plaie oc.

Starred and Fringed—Mixed. A mixture of star-
shaped and pointed blossoms. Pkt., 1Uc.

Hardy Perennial Phlox—Pkt., 10c.

PINKS SINGLE (Dianthus Plumarius) Pheasant-
Eye—Pkt., 5c.
For other Pinks see Dianthus.

POPPY (Papaver)—Well known hardy annuals and
perennials flowering in great profusion throughout
the summer.

Shirley—This magnifiicent strain of Poppy affords
during a long season flowers of the must charmingly
delicate shades of colors imaginable.

Pacony Flowered—Large, showy, double globular
flowers, resembling a double Paeony, mixed colors.
Pkt., 5c.

Mikado (The Striped Japanese Poppy)—Thigs beau-
tiful Poppy is very distinct in character and color.
Pkt., 5ce.

PORTULACA (Moss Rose or Sun Plant)—Low-
growing or creeping, tender annual.

Single—Large flowering, mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Double—Large flowering, mixed. Pkt., ic.

RICINUS, OR CASTOR OIL BEAN—Ornamental
plants of stately growth anq picturesque foliage.
Zanzibariansis—A distinct class, which surpasses
in size and beauty all the varieties hitherto known.
PKt., 5c.

SALPIGLOSSIS—lLarge-flowering,
Pkt., 5c.

SALVIA SPLENDENS (Scarlet Sage)—The plants
are fairly covered with long spikes of vivid scarlet
flowers. PkKt., 10c; 0z., 50c.

STOCKS (Ten Weeks’ Stocks, or Gilliflowers)—
Hardy annuals, two feet high, with spikes densely
covered with beautiful, double flowerets.,

White Perpetual (Princess Alice, or Cut-and-Come-
Again).—Pure white sort, producing an endless num-
ber of double flower clusters. Pkt., 10 cents.

Large Flowering Dwarf—Mixed. Choice double,
large-flowering. Pkt., 5c.

SWEET WILLIAM (Dianthus Barbatus)—Unsur-
passed for massing beds or borders. 2 feet. Hardy
perennial.

Fine Single Mixed—Beautifully shaded and mark-

finest mixed.

ed. Pkt., 5c.
Fine Double Mixed—Splendid strain. All colors.
PKt., ac

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CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS--Continued.

SWEET PEAS

Extra Select Mixture—This mixture met last sea-
son with the unstinted praise of our numerous cus-

tomers. We have again carefully selected the varie-
ties and added many new ones to the mixture.

Prices, postpaid,” pki. 5e soz, 10c;. 1-4 2Ib.,
Ib., $1.00,

Sweet Peas in Separate Shades of Color:

Pink Shades, Red and Scarlet Shades, Striped Sorts

30c;

' Pink and White, Lavender Shades, Blue ang Helio-

trope Shades, White Sorts.
Postpaid Prices of the above:
10c; 1-4 Ib., 30c; Ilb., $1.00.

New. Sweet Pea, Countess Spencer—In our mixture
of this new class will be found deep pink, light pink,
orange pink, white with pink edging. Every lover
of Sweet Peas should plant our Countess of Spencer
Mixture. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; 2 ozs., 30c; 1-4 lb., 50e,
postpaid.

Pkt; -5Cis Der OZ,

VERBENAS

Mammoth Mixed—A strain of large flowering Ver-

benas unrivaled in size and its great variety of beau-
tiful colors. Pkt., 10c,

Mammoth White—PEt., 5c.

Mammoth Striped—Pkt., 5c.

Mammoth Purple—Pkt., 5c.

Mammoth Scarlei—Pkt., 5c.

Hybrida, Extra Fine Mixed—1-8 oz., 15c; Pkt., 6c.

VINCA—Highly ornamental, free-flowering, com-
pact evergreen shrubs, with shining green foliage and
handsome circular flowers.

Alba—White, with crimson eye.

Rosea—Rose. PkEt., 5c.

WALLFLOWER—A plant much esteemed for its
rich, fragrant flowers.

Pkt., 5c.

Double—Finest mixture. Pkt., ic.

Single—Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

ZINNIAS—Like Balsams or Petunias, these can be
raised to flower by August, if sown in the open
ground.

Large-Flowering Dwarf Double—A handsome class
of Dwarf Zinnias, very useful for beds or borders.
Height, 11-2 feet.

Extra Choice, Double Mixed—1-2 oz., 15c; Pkt., 5c.

FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED P=R ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

62

REICHARDT & SCHULTE C0.—INC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

Imported Dutch and French Bulbs
For Fall Planting

3 a AN AIS

HYACINTHS—For Indoor Planting, In Pots—Take
one-third each of sand, rich top soil and well-rotted
cow manure and mix together. Plant one bulb,
leaving the top exposed, in a four-inch pot. Set in a
cool, dark place about five weeks, then place them
in a warm, sunny situation where they will bloom
rapidly. Give one good watering before putting them
away and keep moist.

For Outdoor Planting—Make beds a foot in depth,
of compost outlined above, raised slightly above the
surrounding surface for drainage. Plant bulbs six
inches apart and four inches deep and when ground
freezes, cover with a few inches of leaves of coarse
litter and remove this in early spring.

CHOICE SORTS IN SEPARATE COLORS.

Single Varieties—Single Pure White, Single Rose
and Pink, Single Red, Single Light Blue, Single Dark
Blue, Single Yellow, Single all colors mixed. By ex-
press, 5c each; 50c doz.

Double Varieties—Double Pure White, Double Rose
and Pink, Double Red, Double Light Blue, Double
Dark Blue, Double Yellow, Double all colors mixed.
By express, 5c each; 50c doz.

. EARLY ROMAN HYACINTHS—Roman Hyacinths
are especially adapted for greenhouse forcing and
house culture.

Early White—The ever popular pure white early.
By express, per doz., 50c,

TULIPS—Tulips require cultural traetment similar
to Hyacinths; the bulbs, being smaller, should not be
planted so deep.

Single Mixed Tulips—25c per doz.;
Sent free by mail or express.

$1.50 per 100.

Double Mixed Tulips—Fine quality mixed. 25c per
doz.; $1.50 per 100. Sent free by mail or express.

LARGE TRUMPET NARCISSUS—This type is the
showiest of the genus, and also the most useful, grow-
ing easily either indoors or in the open ground.

Bicolor Victoria—A new variety, perianth creamy-
white, trumpet rich yellow delicately perfumed. By
express, 5c each; 50c per doz.

Emperor—A magnificent flower;
primrose; trumpet rich golden-yellow.
each; by express, 50c per doz.

Empress—Perianth snow-white, trumpet rich yel-
low. By express, 5c each; 50 per doz.

perianth deep
(See cut.) 5c

Narcissus.

Trumpet Major (Single Van Sion)—A large and
shapely flower of a rich yellow color throughout.
By express, 5c each 50c per doz.

Double Von Sion—The famous “Old Double Dutch
Daffodil;” Hach, 5c;, doz., 50c.

Paper White Narcissus—Pure white fragrant flow-
ers. By express, doz., 50c.

CROCUS—

Our mixtures are composed of fine, large and very
healthy bulbs. Price, for all mixtures, 10c per doz;
50e per 100; $4.50 per 1000.

Blue and Purple Shades, Mixed.

Striped and Variegated Sorts, Mixed.

White Varieties, Mixed.

Golden Yellow, good bulbs.

All colors, mixed.

ANEMONES (Wind Flowers)—Very beautiful
spring-blooming plants of the brightest and hand-
somest colors.

Mixed—A great variety of colors.
postpaid.

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25e per doz.,

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IMPORTED BULBS FOR FALL PLANTING--Cont.

a cool situation and
Plant in autumn. 25c

RANUNCULUS—Requires
deep, rich, well-drained soil.
per doz., postpaid.

LILIUM—(Candidum, or Madonno Lily)—This
is one of the most popular or garden Lilies. The
flowers are pure snow-white and very fragrant, borne
on long siems. 3 to 4 feet; May-June.

Mammoth bulbs—20c each; $2.00 per doz.

Harrisil (Bermuda Easter Lily)—This magnificent
Lily is undoubtedly the best for winter forcing, as it
comes quickly into bloom.

Extra bulbs—20c each;
100,

OXALIS—Six or eight bulbs should be planted in a
5-inch pot or hanging basket. 3 for 10c; per doz.,
25 cents.

FREESIA—This is one of the most beautiful of all
Cape blubs, possessing a peculiar grace of form, and
its fragrance is most delightful.

Refracta Alba—Pure white;
30e per doz., postpaid.

$2.00 per doz.; $12.00 per

delightfully fragrant.

BULBS AND ROOTS FOR SPRING PLANTING

Gladiolus.

GLADIOLUS—tThe most attractive of all summer-
flowering bulbs are the Gladioli. Their cultivation
is very simple, as they will thrive in any ordinary
garden soil. Sass.

American Hybrids—This is our popular, low-priced
mixture, and is composed of fine sorts, in all colors,
in first-size bulbs only. Pe ptiue

Gladiolus in Separate Shades,

Scarlet and Crimson—Shades mixed, 25c per doz.

White and Light—Shades mixed. 25c per doz.

Pink and Rose—Shades mixed. 25c per doz.

By mail, 35c; by express, not prepaid, $2.00 per
100. :

DOUBLE -DAHLIAS (Choicest Field-Grown Roots).

Double Yellow. Double White. -. Double Red.
Double Red. Double Maroon.

Each, 15c; 2 for 25c; 5 for 50c. By express at buy-
er’s expense. By mail, add 5c for each root, for
postage,

Tuberose.

TUBEROSES—One of the most delightfully frag-
rant and beautiful of the summer-flowering bulbs.

Excelsior Double Pearl—(See cut.) Extra large
bulbs. By mail, 3 for 15c; 35c per doz. By express,
not prepaid, 25c per doz.; $1.75 per 100.

Mexican Everblooming—The most beautiful, single
Tuberose that was ever brought to our attention. By
mail, 10c each; 6 for 30c; doz., 60c. By express, not
prepaid. 5c each; 6 for 25c; doz., 50c.

SPANISH IRIS—These magnifiicent Iris are among
the most beautiful of our summer-flowering plants,
and are becoming more popular each séason.

Light Blue. Dark Blue. Yellow. White.

By mail, 5c each; by express, 25c per doz.;
per 100.

$1.50

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FOR QUANTITIES OF SEEDS, ETC., REQUIRED PER ACRE, SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.

REICHARDT & SCHULTE CO.—IXC., HOUSTON, TEXAS.

INDEX.

GARDEN SEEDS.

Asparagus .

Beans, Garden
Beetan Gardens ies ic. Scunin | paneeegacs lero,
Beet Stok. 1 kp Wie meats ears a encat as oy el ee
Brussels Sprouts
Broccoli
Calo ae ene 0 ab ete es
Carrot, Garden
Carrot, Stock
Canalitlow er nec ee ae NOP ne Oe oe eh
Celery gcc: cee wey eae Ne ee he es ae
Chives
Chany 015 peed MOE A Mana Sei) sake 08 Ota
CaCO ry We a ie le Ee Mas cent
Golllaieds «5 See Me OE ee em a a ee
Corn Salad
Cotton

Cregg nico. Bane TREN ot RUNES Me Terie cen, ih
Cucumber £32k so. 7. eas Der ee 5,
Corn;. Garden... a yes iD;
Dandelions 4 tee eS ered Res rea ea |
sha WO cee et GPs Rts RE Jan, Coie OE. a, OE niet ina,

cgbceplam tS Ph eae Paar oe ae

Garlic

Gourds . Hille MMO so
TESTIS » 243 oka es. IR hate aac a1,
orseradisiv 2 oe ieee Wel oe a ee et

Kale

Leek

ether as he ae a ce cin 2s MRI Nes dlc ake Oe Ras
Melony. Mitskeietiasos son) cvs ky RR ae A eee
Melon. Winter iis ec. ene i ae a LORD NS
Miaslar 0 it tintin 4 vtec te 8 ere alae as

Mustard
6/2 a hs CPM PY CTR led eS SS
Onion Seed. .............. te tk Shp etre oe cheat 29,
USM CPS GUS cession tal ac akan ar i i Pc
Parsley

EG eS) 18) CaO Ale Ne labs che ith cs ese
Peas, - Gargems: 1.3.) .2log atetemeee 32, 133,
| C00 Oye ge eee aan Reread WAN Wie eh oc 34,
TRO TAUOES A ADIAIS ie Sicha aaae ecglt eaco br e e

Potatoes,
Pumpkin
Radish

Rhubarb
Salsify

Shallots
Sorrel

Spinach
SUAS a ised Sea ee a st GR eres 38,
Tobacco
Tomatoes 2 wee
Turnip

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Alfalfa
Austr alian Salt Bus: }
Bariey

Beans Cl Sep NS MU re Ca re NN ea ee ea See 42,
Broom: Corie ee a Se eee oe
Buck wie ats i ea ies a2 eee
Cane or Sneha; 22 eee ee 45,
QUARER Feces ena eR Mon We ee.
Covers 52 ceeie a eto ean eee er 44,
Crete a ae vege 16S Sie

Cow Pes
Flax
Giant Beggar Weed
Millets 3

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Speltz .

Sunflower
Vetches
Wheat

Wild Rice
Grass: Geeds ta. aubelisiet iA phet 5 eee 48,
Plover’ Seedgviticsil pete) ae 58, 59, 60,
Fall Bulbs 62,
Spring Bulbs

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Weta zens: ie tenors. cx £5 gee eee 50,
Poultry Supplies 202 ae 03, 54, 055,
Insecticides te ot ee eee errr eee 56,

MISCELLANEOUS.

Planet, Jr., Tole SEAT EO eee
Vegetable 21 Pia) Reenter A
Cucumis
Nursery Stock
Nitro Culture

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FOR TIME OF PLANTING DIFFERENT SEEDS, SEE PAGES 1 AND 2.

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SEED TABLES

The quantity of seed sown per acre, andsuch other estimates as are given here are approximate figures only. They
may vary in different sections and States just as soiland the climate varies, and often one farmer, to insure a full
stand, sows seed more generously than his neighbors. The given weights, per bushel, are in general use:

GARDEN SEED.

Seed for Seed fora

one acre. 100 ft. row.
J ASTOR S22 | eee 6 lbs. 8 oZs.
Beans, dwarf (drill).1% bu. 3 qts.
Beams POLG 2.020 ee % bu. AOL.
Beet, garden ~............... 6 lbs. 5 OZS.
Beet, Mangel .............- 7 lbs. 6 OZS.
TESROLG ROY Eee 4106 OZs.
Brussels Sprouts..4 to 6 ozs.
Cabbage, outdoor ..... 10 ozs. oz:
Cabbage, sown in

Peta OS es. oe HMOZSE 67. co ees

CHEN Cl eens sR ae 5 0 4 lbs. 3 OZ.
Canhitlower «22-22 .43- ly OZ
COSTA ee ee oe Seen 6 OZS. 3 OZS
Collards (drills) -........ 3 Ibs. Ye OZ.
Corn, sweet (hills)... § qts. 1 pt:
Corn, pop (shelled)... 3 qts. iferoLe
Cucumber 22. 3 Ibs. 4 OZs
| Ses Soe 1 1 ee 4 OZs. 14 OZ.
TVG 2 fe oe 4 lbs. 2 ozs
Kate (drilis)ie.- 4 lbs. 2 ozs
Peal GRADY =.) 2.25 = 10 ozs. sez
TLS ce ere 4 lbs. 2 ozs
MCHC Re eee ct 3 lbs. 2 ozs
Melon, Musk (hills). 3 lbs. oz:
Melon, Water (hills)2% lbs. 2 OZ
“IEW ASY 752 6 |e ae Soe ZINDS* = ae ee =:
Relcray wes ce ee 12 lbs. 12 ozs
Onion. Seed. -::.. =... d lbs. 2 ozs
Onion Seed, for sets..50 Ibs. 2 ozs
eeursle yg 4 lbs. 2 OZS
=f ERGOT ¢) eee ee ee 5 Ibs. 4 OZs
Peas, faTrdgden. ...2. =.4: 2 bu. 3 qts.
PESTO. ote ee ee % Oz.
Rotatees: 6224.0. 2. 10 bu. % bu.
Pumpkin (hills) __.... d lbs. 2 ozs
Fea@iGhpe Sues Sorc 10 lbs. 6 OZS
Rhubarb Sete ed gee 31% lbs. 4 ozs
Sia! STS ee a ee ro 8 lbs. 4 ozs
SUTIEG | See eo ee 10 lbs. 6 OZS
pebaeash, oe. 4to6 lbs 3 ozs
MONACCO! eee ee PROT Se Pelee se
tomato Gn frame). 5 ozs.
Gurnip: (aril) 3 2ST OS ne SUE Fert

Turnip (broadcast)... 3 lbs.

NUMBER OF PLANTS OR TREES
TO ACRE AT GIVEN DISTANCES.
Distance Number Distance Number

Apart. Plants. Apart. Plants.
12x 1-inch....522,720 36x36-inch.... 4,480
12x 3-inch....174,240 42x12-inch....12,446
12x12-inch.... 43,560 42x24-inch.... 6,223
16x 1-inch....392,040 42x36-inch.... 4,148
18x 1-inch....348,480 48x12-inch....10,890
18x 3-inch...116,160 48x18-inch.... 7,790
18x12-inch.... 29,040 48x24-inch.... 5,445
18x18-inch.... 19,360 48x30-inch.... 4,356
20x 1-inch....313,635 48x36-inch.... 3,630
20x20-inch.... 15,681 48x48-inch.... 2,723
24x 1-inch._.261,360 60x36-inch.... 2,901
24x18-inch.... 15,520 60x48-inch.... 2,178
24x24-inch.... 10,880 60x60-inch.... 1,743

30x 1-inch....209,088 8x 1-foot.... 5,445
30x 6-inch.... 34,848 8x 3-foot.... 5

30x12-inch.... 17,424 8x 8-foot.... 680
50x16-inch.... 13,068 10x 1-foot.... 4,356
30x20-inch.... 10,454 10x 6-foot..... 726
30x24-inch.... 8,712 10x10-foot..... 435
30x30-inch.... 6,970 12x 1-foot.... 3,630
36x 3-inch.... 58,080 ix 5—1oer-) foo
36x12-inch.... 14,520 12x12-foot.... 302
36x18-inch.... 9,680 16x 1-foot.... 2,722

36x24-inch.... 7,260 16x16-foot.... 170

CLOVERS.
Quantity
to sow to
Weight one acre.
per Bu. Pound.
Alfalfa or Lucerne...... 60 20 to 30
Alsike or Swedish... 60 8 to 10
Boho Ga ee: 60 § to 10
Burr Ghulled) <= 60 12 to 16
Burr (hulled) ._.-=-=- 15 12 to 16
Crimson or Scarlet... 60 8 to 10
mspersetie 5 32 a 32 20 to 30
ERGY Se ote sete I a 60 6to 8
NYA UNE ated ad a Sale 60 5to 6
MILLETS.
Quantity
to sow to
Weight one acre.
per Bu Pound.
“PEW Oy2 0 0) were ee eee ee ae 25 15
Cat-Tail (Pearl) 50 8 to 10
German or Golden ___.. 30 25 to 35
TUN SArIan | ae 48 25 to 35
GRASSES.
Quantity
to sow to
Weight oneacre.
per Bu. Pound.
Benwudaye oe. 40 2to- 3
Bromus Inermis —...... 14 30
English Perennial Rye 20 30 to 40
Hneslish Blue... .-=: 14 20 to 30
italian Rye. ss = 20 30 to 40
Johnson. i=. ss 25 25 to 30
Kentucky Blue
GRasture)) =" 2-5 2.- 14 20 to 25
Kentucky Blue
(al wins)) ea ee 14 40 to 50
Orehorgs sees e ee ie 14 12 to 15
Red Top—solid seed... _.. 6 to 10
GSC! | 76 ee 14 20 to 30
AUUTTOLE 07 ees: einen Aan oer 45 10 to 12

AVERAGE TIME REQUIRED FOR
GARDEN SEEDS TO GER-

MINATE.

Days.
ESC Shy eee eee Ci he Lt EE 5 to 10
a BY SVEN Ese Nh eee eh ee ee ae | 7 to 10
CRD A Cpe we es eee LS eee 5 to 10
OTTO Ce ee he eS Mh a ee 12 to 18
Camilo wer 42 2 5 ea = eOrLo
OSEU ESS Ar kee SES eS Se 10 to 20
Corn es se Coa Oe ae eee eee 5to 8
CUEVOUEI CRT CXET IO" eae ee oe a DO 6 to 10
AESREA GH naar eo ee Sar ee Bee 5 to 10
ethuce =...) =... cc GNSS Ne ee ot ee te 6to §
arin cent ne ee eS ee ee 7 to 10
1 EARG act sea oe A ee ae, ae ee 6 to 10
ES ARES TINO hee eee, Ss ge Sn 10 to 20
ECT eer ee ee a ee ae eee 9 to 14
LEC2V ELST 2) ~ ee aes A nae eee ee ae 3to 6
SSeS Tiny a ere ee es = een En 7 to 12
AQT ie ee ee ES Se hs Lili 6 to 12
TUES gs SS ee 4to 8

MISCELLANEOUS.

Quantity to sow

Pounds. to one acre.

Barley 2 bes AS 1% to1% bu.
Beans, Navy -.......... 60 1% to 2 bu.
Beans; Soja 60s 20) tars0 lbs.
Broom Corn Seed. 4% 2. to qts.
Buckwheat ...... : 52 1 tol bw
Cane Seed,

fon Sugar 22... D0 4 tos Ibs.
Cane Seed,

for fodder: 2:.-.-... 50 «630 «(to 50 lbs.
Castor Beans .......... 46 4 tod Ibs.
Citic ei ae 40 14, bu.
Corn, saelde == a6 Ata qts.
Corn Fodder,

drilledae =. 2) 56 1 bu.
Cowneeas: 60 1144 bu.
Kafiir Corn,

inverts. =e 2150 ao LOR lbs.
Kaffir Corn,

broadeast =.....- 50 1% to 1 bu.
OAS ete eerie 32 1% to 2 bu.
Pease) Wield! 25. == 60 1% to 2 bu.
PeaAnUtiS =.=. 22 2 bu. in pods.
Pumpkins,

common field ... 3 to 3 qts.

)
Rape, Dwarf Essex 50 bt OLS Ibs.
1

TU Cpe ee a6 to 1% bu.
Speltze =e 40 1% bu.
Sunflower .~......-...-...- 22 2 “tors Ips.
Wheat, spring

OT swantene =. 60 1% to1i% bu.
Egyptian Wheat.... 1% bu.
Vetches, spring

OL Wanless = 50 1 toi% bu.
Velvet Beans) 2 = 60 1% bu.

ROOTS, SETS AND PLANTS.
Approximate quantity to plant

one acre.
Asparagus Roots, or Plants... §,000
Cabbage, Early, Plants.............. 14,000
Cabbaze, late; Plants... 232. §,000
Gailittower-belants === 8,000
@elery, wlants! 36352 = panes 15,000
Horse Radish Rovts. 12,000
Onion Sets (measured)... . 6 to 10. bu.
Onion. Sets) “Lops: === 4to 6 bu.
Potatoes: tisha 10 to 12 bu.
Potatoes, Sweet, Plants...................12,000

TIME REQUIRED FOR MATURITY
OF DIFFERENT GARDEN CROPS
RECKONED FROM THE DAY
OF SOWING SEED.

Days
Beans, Stnpve..- Se eee 45 to 65
PeaTISe Sele eee ee 65 to 70
IBCCtS 2 MEAT) ote ee ee 65
Beets, Lone Blood = ....4-.2-—- 150
Cabbace,.marly?, — 2 <= Se 90 to 110
Gabhbacerniatec | 3 ee 135 to 150
Gann TPO Wie ea re PR 1 10
(OTT ee ee a ee RS id
Seed 2d tage eee ee ee 150 to 160
HEASERUICC tee ee Fe eek 65
MISION VV RECT ae 120 to 140
VEGI Orie VI Sik es ee 120 to 140
SOUNLOIOL., Soe Soe Serene 200 oes eer 135 to 150
EAN CIEL Phe CRE ee SS ee eee 140 to 140
ERGs peer es See os 30 to 45
Saquashe Simmer =. 2. 60 to 65
Squash? Wanter «22:2. 225 7 125
ROTI EO ore cee ee Se eS! 150
SUE ES cu Oy, eee es eee ee ee 60 to 70

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i OUR 1 Pkt: Ph lox Drummondii Extra FinePined
SEEDS 1 OZ.- Sweet Peas, California Giants.

| 1 OZ.- Nasturtium, Dwarf eee Mixed.

‘ 1Pkt.- Asters, Choicest Mixed.

| ARE SEEDS -1Pkt.- Pansy, Fancy Imported Mixed.

/ OF QUALITY _ The Above Unparalleled Collection

& 25¢ Post Paid.

¢, (MPOKc-- Superior Seeps & Buiss.

REIN & SONS. Houston
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