Historic, Archive Document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. MARK | Annual Catalog and j | Price List— 1927 D. N. Shoemaker Grove Park Evergreen Lawn Grass The basis of Grove Park Lawn Mixture is Kentucky Blue Grass to which is added White Dutch Clover and a number of quick growing and valuable fancy grasses which produce a green turf much sooner than can be obtained by blue grass alone. Providing the soil is not sour, and is properly and thoroughly fertilized, the blue grass will eventually take entire possession. In the meantime a good looking lawn is obtained while the blue grass, which is slow to germi- nate, is getting established. Pulverized Lime- stone and Fertilizers are described on page 49. Postpaid, lb. 60c ; 5 lbs. $2.50 ; 10 lbs. $4.75. Not prepaid, lb. 50c ; 5 lbs. $2.25 ; 10 lbs. $4.40. Shady Park Lawn Grass Few grasses grow well in shaded portions of duces an abundant and even growth of beautiful lawns or groves, hence it is necessary to sow a er'iss in the sh^de. mixture of grasses which are adapted for grow- Postpaid, lb. 70c'; 5 lbs. $3.00; 10 lbs. $5.75. mg m the shade. Our Shady Park Mixture pro- Not prepaid, lb. 60c; 5 lbs. $2.75; 10 lbs. $5.40. How To Secure A Beautiful Lawn PREPARATION OF SEED BED All weeds, roots and other debris should be re- moved and the soil spaded to a depth of eight or ten inches, and thoroughly pulverized like garden soil for the reception of small seed. Large areas can be plowed and disked, but the soil should be thoroughly pulverized before the seed is sown. FERTILIZATION Grass seed send out long feeding roots which absorb a large quantity of plant food in making heavy green turf. It is necessary to mix fer- tilizer to the depth of eight or ten inches to supply this plant food. The class of fertilizer used will have a direct bearing on the finished fawn. To avoid numerous noxious weeds that always come by the use of fresh manure, we advise fertilizing your lawn with Pulverized Sheep Manure, a natural fertilizer, free from all weed seed. Ground Bone Meal is also val- uable as an enricher of lawns and a top dress- ing. Bone Meal or Sheep Manure, or a mixture half of each, should be applied at the rate of 30 lbs. for 300 square feet. As a top dressing, 18 lbs. to 300 square feet. Ants, which frequently infest lawns, can be driven off by the use of Tobacco Dust, which is also a good fertilizer, or by using Para Dichloro- Henzine described on page 50. LIMING THE SOIL The soil in this section is lacking in lime, and blue grass particularly requires lime. We re- commend the use of Pulverized Limestone at the rate of 200 lbs. to 1200 square feet or 2 to 3 tons to the acre. Work Lime thoroughly into soil be- fore sowing seed and before applying fertilizer. SOWING THE SEED For spring sowing. Lawn Grass Seed should be sown as early as possible, from February to May, or if in the fall, from September to the last of November. Many people follow the practice oi sowing lawn grass seed on top of snow with very great success. As the snow melts, the seed is carried to the proper depth. Thick seed- ing gives the best results. It should be sown at the rate of 1 lb. to 300 square feet or 100 lbs. to an acre. The seed should be carefully and evenly sown, lightly raked in, and afterwards, provided the soil is not too wet, rolled or made firm by patting down with the back of a spade. This packing brings the seed in close contact with the soil and prevents drying out ; it also gives a quicker and a more even germination. Lawns should not be neglected. The grass should be kept cut, rolled if necessary, and wa- tered in dry weather, bare spots reseeded and weeds dug out as fast as they appear. Please see back pages of this catalog for Lawn Mowers, Rollers. Weed Pullers. Tools, and Fertilizers. DO NOT SOW GRASS SEED IN DRY WEATHER PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ORDER BLANK FOR SEEDS, ETC. All prices in this catalog, except where otherwise noted, are based on customer paying transportation charges. Please see page 1 for Parcel Post rates and directions for ordering, covering conditions of sale. ASHEVILLE SEED COMPANY ASHEVILLE, N. C. Please Do Not Writ% Here Date Received Date Filled Filled By Shipped By Order Number Date 192 PLEASE FILL IN THESE BLANKS PLAINLY Dear Sirs: Please send the following Seeds, etc., by (State here if wanted by Mail, Express or Freight) Name Box (Ladies, please prefix Miss or Mrs. ; the latter using husband’s initials) Postoffice R. F. D. County State Express or Freight Office Amount Enclosed Check P. O. Money Order Exp. Money Order Cash - Stamps (If different from Postoffice) ASHEVILLE SEED COMPANY gives no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productiveness, or any other matter, of any seeds, bulbs or plants they send out and they will be in no way responsible for the crop. If the purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms, they are at once to be returned, money will be refunded and no sale has been made. QUANTITY ARTICLES WANTED PRICE Amount Carried Forward PLEASE TEAR OUT ORDER SHEET WHERE PERFORATED PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE QUANTITY ARTICLES WANTED PRICE Amount Brought Forward • * By carefully checking this list before sending your order, a great saving may be made in transportation cost, and you may also find that an important and an imme- diate necessity has been omitted. Garden Seed Flower Seed Field Seed Poultry Supplies Lawn Seed Bulbs Fertilizers Incubators Insecticides Fungicides Dusting Materials Sprayers Garden Tools Orchard Tools Lawn Tools Feeds, Etc. Kindly list below the names of any friends whom you think would be interested in receiving our catalog. Name Postoffice State R.F.D. P. 0. Box EXTRA ORDER SHEETS AND RETURN ENVELOPES FURNISHED ON REQUEST ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 1 DIRECTIONS FOR ORDERING [“S ] CONDITIONS OF SALE — All quotations are subject to market changes and goods being unsold on receipt of order. Asheville Seed Co. gives no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productiveness or any other matter of any seeds, plants or bulbs they send out, and they will be in no way responsible for the crop. If the customer does not accept the goods on these terms, they are at once to be returned, money will be refunded and no sale has been made. ORDER EARLY — Do not delay ordering until you are ready to use the seeds or goods you want. The inconvenience and annoyance of delayed shipments, etc., can be avoided by customers plac- ing their orders early for all their requirements. The loss of time in planting caused by delays in receiving goods and the possibility of advances in price point to the advantage and wisdom of early buying. HOW TO SEND AN ORDER— You will find in the front and back of this catalog an order sheet, perforated for tearing out ; also an ad- dressed envelope to send the order in. When convenient, always use this order sheet. Please do not write anything on the sheet except items wanted and what pertains to the order. Write on separate sheet asking for prices, or questions to be answered, or information given ; this will avoid the possibility of being overlooked ; also insure quick attention to information asked. Please be careful to sign your Name, Street Address or R. F. D. Number, Postoffice, County and State, on each letter sent us. It is a good plan to print or typewrite. HOW TO SEND MONEY— Remittance should be made either by Post Office or Express Money Order, Certified Check or Bank Draft. Postage stamps in small denominations, to cover small purchases are entirely satisfactory. Always reg- ister letters containing currency. Coin should not be sent by mail. C. O. D. SHIPMENTS— Shipping C. O. D. only adds to the cost, as the buyer pays the expense of collection. If you prefer shipment C. O. D. please remit with your order one-half the amount of the bill. Under no circumstances will we ship perishable goods (plants, ete.) C. O. D. POSTPAID PRICES — Mean that merchandise so quoted will be delivered postpaid to your door if you live on an R. F. D. route or at any post office within the first 4 zones. Please add postage when to be shipped out of 4th zone using “Not Prepaid” prices as the basis. TRANSPORTATION CHARGES— On articles quoted “Not Prepaid” customers pay the freight or express charges. If goods quoted “Not Pre- paid” are to be sent parcel post, consult the following table and add sufficient postage to your remittance to cover postage ; bearing in mind that no packages may be sent through the mails weighing more than 70 lbs. and must not ex- ceed 84 inches (length and girth combined). Shipments of seeds amounting to more than 70 lbs. therefore, must be devided and additional bags used. If remittance does not include post- age on “Not Prepaid” articles to be sent Parcel Post, sufficient seed will be deducted to cover the charge. BAGS — On orders for quantities at prices quot- ed “not prepaid,” of clovers, timothy, red top or herds grass, alfalfa, millet, rape, vetch, etc., which must be shipped in cotton bags, we charge extra for the bags as follows : 2% bu. seamless bag 40c ; 1 bu. cotton bag 25c ; % bu. size 20 c ; peck size 10c. When remittance is not sufficient to cover bag charge, sufficient seeds will be de- ducted to cover the cost of same. On orders for seeds in any quantity when ordered at prices quoted “postpaid” there is no charge for bags. We make no charge for bags for oats, rye bar- ley, field corn, cow-peas, soy beans and such grass seeds as can safely be shipped in burlap bags. PARCEL POST RATES FROM ASHEVILLE United States Parcel Post Rates (Seeds, plants and bulbs included) First pound or fraction Each additional pound or fraction Packages must not exeeed- 84 inches (length and girth combined) Local Rate, Asheville 1st Zone, within 50 miles of Asheville 2nd Zone, over 50 and under 150 miles 3d Zone, over, 150 and under 800 miles 4th Zone, over 300 and under 600 miles 5th Zone, over 600 and under 1000 miles 6th Zone, over 1000 and under 1400 miles 7th Zone, over 1400 and under 1800 miles 8th Zone, over 1800 miles $0.07 .07 .07 .08 .09 .10 .11 .13 .14 $0.01 .01 .01 .02 .04 .06 .08 .10 .12 Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight Limit of weight this zone, 70 lbs. this zone, 70 lb3. this zone, 70 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. this zone, 50 lbs. All small Parcel Post packages, weighing 8 ounces or less can be sent at the special rate of 1 cent for each 2 ounces or fraction to all parts of the United States. (Over 8 ounces must be sent at Parcel Post rates.) Kindly Remit for Postage when it is necessary so as to avoid delay in filling and shipping order. 2 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. PLANTING CALENDAR for FARM and GARDEN JANUARY Vegetables — Little can be put in open ground except Asparagus, Rhubarb, and Horse Radish Roots. Prepare hot beds and sow Early Cabbage, Lettuce, Radish, Beet, Cauliflower, and Onion. Flowers — Sow in open ground Sweet Peas. Sow in hot beds. Pansy, Daisy, Verbena, Asters, and other Flower Seeds, for later transplanting. Fall bulbs can usually be planted. Farm — If weather permits sow Canada Field Peas. Top dress grain, grass, and clover fields. Lime your land. FEBRUARY Vegetables — Sow in hot beds Early Cabbage, Cauliflower, Lettuce, Onion, Beets, and the mid- dle or the last of the month, in hot beds. Toma- toes, Egg Plant and Pepper. The last of this month sow in open ground Early English Peas, Kale, Beets, Spinach, Carrots, Radish and Parsley. Set out Asparagus, Horse Radish and Rhubarb Roots, Onion Sets and Hardv Lettuce Plants ; also early planting of Irish Potatoes. Flowers — Sow in open ground Sweet Peas. In hot beds, boxes or pots inside Flowers to be trans- planted later. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass. Farm — Sow Canada Field Peas, Oats and Dwarf Essex Rape. The middle to the last of this month grasses and clovers can be sown. Lime your land. MARCH Vegetables — This should be an active month with all vegetable growers. Sow in open ground Garden Peas for succession, Early Cabbage, Cauliflower, Spinach, Kale, Mustard, Lettuce, Beets, Carrots, Parsnips, Salsify, Early Turnips, Rhubarb Roots, Asparagus and Horse Radish Roots, and Irish Potatoes. Set out Cabbage, Cauliflower, Lettuce and other plants that you have had in hot beds after hardening them by leaving the glass open at night. Pick a warm corner and sow Herb Seed. Flowers — Sow in open ground Sweet Peas and the hardy kinds of Flower Seed, as they will bloom earlier. The last of this month set out Tube Rose, Gladioli, Cannas, Caladiums, and Dahlia Roots. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass. ....Farm — Sow Canada Field Peas, Clovers and Grasses of all kinds, Spring Oats, Dwarf Essex Rape. APRIL Vegetables — Plant Early Garden Corn, Eng- lish Peas, Snap Beans, Irish Potatoes, Cabbage, Tomatoes and Lettuce in open ground for succession. Sow Beets, Carrots, Radish, Parsnips, Salsify, Parsley, Celery, Early Tur- nips, Kohlrabi, Collards, Mustard and Kale. Put out Onion Sets, Asparagus Roots, Rhubarb Roots. Bed Sweet Potatoes. The middle to the last of this month plant Cucumbers, Squash, Watermelons and Cantaloupes. Flowers — Sow hardy Flower Seed ; after the middle of the month, the half hardy kinds. Set out Lily. Dahlia, Canna, Tuberose and Gladioli Bulbs, Coleus, Salvia and other bedding plants. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass Seed. Farm — Sow Clover and Grass Seeds ; Oats early in the month. Later in the month sow Mangel Wurtzel Stock Beets, Field Corn, etc. MAY Vegetables — Nearly all tender seeds can be sown this month ; also for succession sow Car- rots, Beets, Parsley, Radish, Brussels Sprouts, Parsnips, Salsify. Plant Pole, Bunch, Snap and Lima Beans, Garden Corn, Okra, Squash, Cu- cumber, Cantaloupe, Watermelon and Pumpkin. Sow now Late Cabbage and Cauliflower Seed to make plants for fall. Set out Tomatoes, Pepper and Egg Plants. Flowers — Vine Seed for shade, all floral Bed- ding Plants, Tuberose, Gladioli, Cannas, Dah- lias and other Bulbs can be planted out success- fully. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass Seed. Farm — All the Sorghums, Millets, Cow Peas, Soy or Soja Beans, Field Corn, Mangel Wurzel Beets for winter feeding, etc. JUNE Vegetables — Plant Collards, Okra, Bunch and Late Pole, Snap and Lima Beans, Late Peas, Cucumbers, Squash, Turnips, Garden Corn ; for succession. Late Potatoes, Radish and Beets. Set out Tomatoes, Cabbage, Egg Plants, Pepper, Cauliflower, Celery, Sweet Potato Plants. Flowers — Nasturtiums and other Flower Seed for fall and winter use ; Vine Seed for shade ; Coleus, Salvia and other Bedding Plants. Farm — Sow Millet, Sudan Grass, Sorghums, Cow Peas, Soy Beans, Navy Beans. Plant Late Corn, Pumpkins and Watermelons. JULY Vegetables — Set out Cabbage, Collard and Cel- ery Plants for fall and winter use. Plant Snap Beans for succession, and Sugar Corn for late roasting ears. Sow Rutabagas and early varie- ties of Turnips, Lettuce, Mustard, Collards, Kohlrabi. Plant Cucumbers for pickling and table, and Late Potatoes for winter use. Flowers — Plant Nasturtiums for late bloom- ing ; keep all plants well watered ; use a sprinkler on your lawns. Farm — Sow Crimson Clover at the last work- ing of your corn. Buckwheat can be sown for bees, forage, an improver of the soil, and grain. Sow Cow Peas and Soy Beans ; these are improvers of the soil and fine hay crops ; also for early hay or fodder sow Millet, Sudan Grass and Cane. AUGUST Vegetables — Sow Cabbage and Lettuce for fall heading ; set out Cabbage and Celery Plants ; continue planting Snap Beans for succession. Early English Peas planted this month will give a good fall yield. Sow winter varieties Radish, Turnips, Rutabagas, Spinach, Kale, Mustard, Endive, Collards, Parsley, and Onion Seed. Flowers — Make first planting of Pansy and Daisy Seed. Keep all plants well watered. Farm — Crimson Clover should be sown in ev- ery available place. It is a great enricher of the soil, and makes very nutritious feed. Rye and Barley should be sown for fall and winter grazing and afterwards will make a crop of grain. Alfalfa can safely be sown. Towards the end of the month, sow Hairy Vetch, Dwarf Essex Rape, Grasses and Clovers. SEPTEMBER Vegetables — Sow Winter Radishes, Spinach, Turnips, Mustard, Parsley, Kale, White Silver- skin and other Onion Sets. Flowers — Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and other Bulbs can be planted this month ; also Pansy Seed. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass Seed. Farm — Sow all kinds of Grasses and Clovers and Hairy Vetch. Crimson Clover should by all means be sown, as it makes fine winter grazing and is a great soil improver. Continue to sow Winter Rye and Winter Barley for early grazing crops as well as for grain ; Dwarf Essex Rape for sheep, pigs, and poultry. Oats this month get well rooted before spring. OCTOBER Vegetables — Sow early sorts of Cabbage, Tur- nips, Spinach, Kale, Mustard ; set out Asparagus Roots and all varieties of Onions Sets. Flowers — Plant Hyacinths, Narcissus, Tulips, and other Bulbs. Sow Pansy Seed for early spring plants. Fall seeding of lawn frequently does better than spring. Sow Grove Park Lawn Grass Seed, and fertilize with Bone Meal and Sheep Manure. Lime your land. Farm — This is the month to sow Wheat, Win- ter Oats, Rye, Barley, Vetch and Rape. The earlier you can get in your Grasses and cover crops the better. Lime your land. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 3 PLANTING CALENDAR (Continued) NOVEMBER Vegetables — Hot beds or cold frames should be made to sow Lettuce and early varieties of Cab- bage ; set out Onion Sets, Asparagus Roots, Rhubarb and Horse Radish Roots. Spinach can be sown early in the month. Flowers — Hyacinths, Tulips and other flower- ing bulbs should be planted. Grove Park Lawn Grass Seed can be sown successfully ; use Bone Meal and Pulverized Sheep Manure as fer- tilizers for lawns. Lime your land this month. Farm — Sow Rye on all vacant places ; it makes a fine winter cover and grazing crop. Sow Wheat, Barley, Vetch, Rape and Grasses. DECEMBER Vegetables — In hot beds, sow Lettuce and Cabbage. Beets and Radish can be forced in hot beds for winter use as well as Lettuce which often prpves very profitable. In open ground set out Asparagus, Rhubarb and Horse- radish roots. Lime your garden. Flowers — This month Hyacinths, Tulips and other bulbs should be planted. In case of snow it is a good plan to sow Grove Park Lawn Grass and use Sheep Manure and Bone Meal on top of snow. Lime your lawn. Farm — Wheat and Rye can usually be sown early in December. Lime your land. Consult Authorities The National and State Governments are spending large sums of money in the Departments of Agriculture and most of the counties employ County Agents. Consult your County Agent frequently and when you require special information write to the Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., or Department of Agriculture, Raleigh, N. C. Name Page Alfalfa 41 Arsenate of Lead 50 Artichoke Seed 4 Asparagus Seed 4 Asparagus Roots 27 Barley 45 Beans, Garden 5-6-7-8 Beans, Soy 47 Beans, Wax 6 Beets, Garden 9 Beets, Stock 45 Bermuda Grass 42 Birds & Supplies Back Cover Black Leaf 40 50 Blue Grass 43 Blue Stone (Copper Sulphate) 50 Bone Meal 49 Bordeaux Mixture 50 Broom Corn 45 Brooders 60 Brussels Sprouts 4 Buckwheat 45 Bulb Bowls Back Cover Bulbs & Roots 28-29 Cabbage Seed 10 Calcium Arsenate 50 Calf Meal __ 64 Canada Field Peas 45 Cane 45 Cantaloupe 16 Carbola 50 Carpet Grass 44 Carrots, Garden 11 Cauliflower 11 Celery 13 Clovers 40 Collards 11 Corn, Field 48 Corn, Garden 12 Corn, Pop 47 Corrosive Sublimate 21 Cow Ease 60 Cress 16 Crested Dogstail 43 Cucumbers 13 Dallas Grass 43 Dog Feed 63 Dowco 60 Dry Lime Sulphur 60 Egg Crates (Metal) 63 Egg Plant 14 Endive 14 Farmogerm 41 INDEX Name Page Fertilizers 49 Fescue, Sheep’s 43 Fescue, Meadow 43 Fescue, Red or Creeping 48 Field Seeds 40-44 Flower Pots Back Cover Flower Seed 30-89 Fly Death 60 Forage Crops 45-47 Fungicides 50 Garden Plows & Cultivators 63 Gold Fish Back Cover Gourds 39 Grafting Wax 54 Grass Seeds 42-44 Grogreen 49 Herbs 27 Horse Radish Roots 14 Hose, Garden 67 Incubators 59 Insecticides 50 Kale 14 Kohlrabi 14 Labels, Wood 63 Lawn Grass Seed Front Cover Lawn Mowers 58 Lawn Rollers 67 Lawn Sprinkler 67 Lettuce 15 Limestone, Pulverized 49 Magnesium Arsenate 50 Melons, Musk 16 Melons, Water 17 Millet 45 Mustard 18 Nasturtiums 85 Nitrate of Soda 49 Oats 46 Okra 17 Onion Seed 18 Onion Sets 18 Orchard Grass 42 Para Dichlorobenzine 50 Parsley 19 Parsnips 19 Pasture Mixture 44 Peas, Garden 20 Peas, Field or Cow 47 Pepper 19 Pigeon Feed 64 Planting Calendar 2 Plants, Vegetable 27 Name Page Plant Tubs Back Cover Potatoes, Irish 21 Poultry Feed 64 Poultry Remedies 64 Poultry Supplies 60-63 Pumpkin 22 Pyrox 60 Radish 28 Raffia 63 Rape, Dwarf Essex 46 Rat Poison 50 Red Top 43 Rhubarb Roots 27 Rough Stalked Meadow Grass 44 Rutabaga Seed 26 Rye 46 Rye Grass, Italian 43 Rye Grass, Perennial or English 43 Salsify 28 Salt Brick 63 Seed Sowers 44 Sheep Manure, Pulverized — 49 Slug Shot 50 Spinach 24 Sprayers 51-52 Squash 24 Stimuplant 49 Sudan Grass 44 Sulphur, Flour 50 Sulpho Tobacco Soap 50 Sweet Peas 87 Swiss Chard 9 Tall Meadow Oat Grass 42 Thermometers 69 Timothy 42 Tobacco 27 Tobacco Dust 49 Tomato Seed — 25 Tools, Orchard, Lawn & Garden — 63-57 Turnips 26 Vermingo 60 Vetch 47 Vine Seeds 39 Water Glass 64 Watering Pots 53 Weed Killer 50 Whale Oil Soap 50 Wheat 46 Wild Garden Flower Seed__ 38 Wood Meadow Grass 44 90-10 Dust 50 4 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. HIGH QUALITY VEGETABLE SEEDS All vegetable seeds that we offer are bought from reliable growers, are of the best strains and thoroughly tested for vitality. These seeds comprise the popular varieties that have proven successful in this section and any gardener, whether1 for the home or market, will find in our stock a sufficient range of selection for all practical purposes. We suggest that you consult the Planting Calendar on page 2 ; the pages on which are listed fertilizers, insecticides and fungicides ; also those describing sprayers and tools. The inoculation of bean and pea seed with Farmogerm is highly recommended as it will increase the crop, insure an even stand and; improve the condition of the soil. ASPARAGUS ASPARAGUS requires rich, well drained ground and plenty of potash which can be obtained by using a high grade commercial fertilizer con- taining a high percentage of potash. Keep free of weeds, but do not dig the soil deeply enough to disturb the crowns or roots. In the late fall mow or cut the tops and burn them to destroy disease. Mulch with coarse manure and in the spring fork in the fall dressing with an ounce of salt to the square yard. Bordeaux will check rust and Ar- senate of Lead will destroy the Asparagus beetle. Chickens and ducks will devour the insects when turned into the beds. During the first season quick maturing, low- growing crops can be grown between the Aspara- gus rows. These may include bush beans, dwarf peas, early cabbage, lettuce and radishes but avoid tall-growing or long season crops. ROOT CULTURE — The home gardener will find growing Asparagus from roots much easier, and cuttings may be had at least a year sooner. Prepare trenches 3 ft. apart and about 18 inches deep ; fill with a liberal quantity of well rotted manure ; after covering the manure with a few inches of dirt, set the plants 1% ft. apart in each trench ; 4 inch covering of good soil is then added. Do not exhaust the plants by cutting too late, especially the first bearing season ; 100 roots plant a bed 20 ft. by 20 ft. Set roots either in spring or fall. Fertilizers and Insecticides are listed on pages 49 and 50. CULTURE OF SEED — Sow the seed thinly in rows 1 ft. apart in April or May. 1 oz. pro- duces 300 roots. To secure strong healthy plants, keep down all weeds and thin the poorest seed- lings to 3 inches apart in each row. The roots may be dug either the first or second year in the fall after the plants die, and set either in the fall or spring, as described under “Root Culture.” MARY WASHINGTON— The Washington var- iety which was developed by the United States De- partment of Agriculture has proven as nearly rust proof as is possible to produce Asparagus. This in addition to the vigor of the plants, the thick shoots, the heavy yield and fine flavor make it an exceptionally valuable variety. The shoots are of rich, dark green color tinted somewhat darker at tips. The Mary Washington type is considered the best of the Washington variety. Postpaid, pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; % lb. $1.50; lb. $4.50. ASPARAGUS ROOTS— See page 27. ARTICHOKE SEED— Green Globe The Green Globe Artichoke is cultivated for its flower heads, which are cooked like Aspar- agus. Sow the seed in hot beds during Feb- ruary and transplant in May into rows 3 ft. apart and 2 ft. in the rows. The seeds may be sown in the open during the month of April, and then the stand thinned. Artichoke requires a deep, rich, sandy loam with plenty of well rotted manure. When cold weather comes, pro- tect the plants with a heavy covering of leaves or manure. If properly cared for, the plants will bear for several years. Try a few in your garden. Although more or less of a novelty in this section, they are considered a great delicacy in the big cities and command a fancy price. An ounce plants 40 ft. of drill. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % oz. 65c. BRUSSELS SPROUTS The sprouts re- enable miniature ibbage, growing, iosely to stalk of le plant, being roduced in abun- ance from the p to the ground, lant in May, ■ansplanting IV2 feet part, and cultivate like ,te cabbage. In the ill break off the leaves > give the heads more ram. After hard frosts le flavor and delicacy •e greatly improved. The seed we offer is fleeted market garden ;ock raised and used by ong Island truckers, lant seed % inch deep, ne ounce produces aout 2000 plants. Post- lid, pkt., 15c ; . oz., 30c ; oz.. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 5 DWARF OR BUSH BEANS CULTURE — Beans are very sensitive to both cold and wet. For the earliest crop, plant just as soon as the weather gets warm — in this section about the first of April. To have a succession, plant every two weeks throughout the summer until the middle of August. Make the rows 2 to 3 feet apart, drop the beans 3 inches apart and cover 1^4 to 2 inches deep. Give frequent but shallow cultivation up to blossoming time, not after- ward, and never when the plants are wet. Plant in a light loamy soil that warms up quickly. Use plenty of fertilizer. One pound will plant 60 feet of drill ; 100 pounds to an acre in drills. Extra Early Red Valentine A very hardy, extra early and productive standard variety. Pods 41/4 inches long, round, medium green, slightly stringy and of ?ood quality. The extreme hardiness of this bean accounts largely for its great popularity as it germinates in colder ground than do ather varieties. Recommended especially for first planting in the spring and last planting in August. Postpaid, % lb. 25c ; lb. 40c ; 2 lbs. 70c ; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Giant Stringless Green Pod Somewhat similar to Burpee’s Stringless, but pod is a little longer, straighter and more slender, more depressed between beans and slightly lighter in color; early, hardy, entirely stringless and of highest quality. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Improved Early Red Valentine Beans Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod This famous and popular bean is still un- equaled as an early stringless green pod va- riety. It is stringless, ripens early, and re- mains crisp and tender long after maturing. The vines bear long, round, thick and very meaty pods, about 5 inches long, entirely free from strings. The attractive deep green color and unusual quality of these green pods has placed them in high favor. It has given en- tire satisfaction everywhere. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 61bs. $1.50. Not Prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Tennessee Green Pod This well known variety is almost as early as the Red Valentine. The productive plants bear handsome flat pods of dark green color almost stringless, and of exceptionally fine flavor and quality. Unlike most early beans, the quality remains good throughout its bearing season. The hardy and exceed- ingly prolific tendencies of the Tennessee Green Pod accounts for its popularity as early bunch beans. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c ; lb. 40c ; 2 lbs. 70c ; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $1.25. For larger quantities than quoted in catalog please ask for prices stating quan- tity desired. Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod 6 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. Dwarf Or Bush Beans — Continued Fordhook Favorite Bush A new, white seeded, high quality bean. Pods are 5% to 6 inches long, straight, almost round, thick and meaty and showing marked depres- sions around the beans ; strictly stringless and medium green in color ; medium early and mod- erately productive. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c ; lb., 45c ; 2 lbs., 80c ; 5 lbs., $1.75. Not prepaid, lb., 35c ; 5 lbs., $1.50. Bountiful or Early Six Weeks Best of the flat-podded stringless varieties. Pods 6 % to 7 inches long, stout, flat and slightly curved, stringless, slightly fibrous, attractive and of fine quality ; color, light green. Very early, vigorous, hardy, and productive. This variety may also be grown as a shell bean for winter. Postpaid, % lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid lb., 30c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. Rogers Stringless Refugee A very productive, hardy and vigorous late sort ideal for canning and fine for the home garden as well. Fifteen inch dark strong vine, 5% inch round stringless green pod ready for table use in approximately 84 days after planting. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. WAX PODDED BUSH BEANS Refugee or 1000 to 1 Dwarf Golden Wax Beans DWARF BLACK WAX— One of the earliest wax podded varieties. Pods are 6 to 7 inches long ; round, meaty, brittle and stringless, gold- en yellow, of excellent flavor ; very prolific. Postpaid, ^ lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 70c. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. DWARF GOLDEN WAX— The attractive golden yellow pods are fleshy, semi-round, 4 to 5 in- ches long, and of fine quality. The matured beans are excellent for winter use as shell beans. Post- paid, *4 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c. Not pre- paid lh., 30c : 5 lbs., $1.25. DWARF SHELL BEANS CULTURE — Plant when ground is warm in spring and up to July 1st, ini rows 2 feet apart and beans 3 inches apart, 1*4 inches deep. Keep well hoed and draw the earth up to the stems, but only when dry, as working when wet with rain or dew will cause rustj and injure the crop. Sow Kidney Beans at rate of 75 lbs. to the acre ; 1 lb. to 100 ft. of drill. Navy Beans 45 lbs. to the acre, 1 lb. to 150 ft. of drill. WHITE KIDNEY— Upright, very large, and branching, pods are coarse, dark green and about six inches long. Seed large, white, kidney shaped of excellent quality, either green shelled or dry. Postpaid, y2 lb., 20c ; lb., 35c ; 2 lbs., 65c. Not prepaid, lb., 25c ; 5 lbs., $1.10. RED KIDNEY— A well-known field var- iety grown extensively for dry-shell pur- poses. Of dwarf growth, very hardy and prolific. The pods are 5% to 6 inches long, seeds are kidney-shaped of a light shade of red. It is one the largest of all baking beans. Postpaid, y2 lb., 20c ; lb., 35c ; 2 lbs., 65c. Not prepaid, lb., 25c ; 5 lbs., $1.10. WHITE NAVY— Pods are light green, straight, short, about three and three- fourths inches, but usually containing six small oval white beans of superior qual- ity for use as dry beans. Postpaid, y2 lb. 20c ; lb. 35c ; 2 lbs. 65c. Not prepaid, lb. 25c ; 5 lbs. $1.10. BEAN BEETLE PEST To stop ravages of the Bean Beetle Pest the vines and foliage must be thoroughly sprayed with Magnesium Arsenate or dusted with Calcium Ar- senate. These articles are described on page 50. Sprayers and Dusters are listed on pages 51 and 52. For larger quantities than quoted in catalog, please ask for prices, stating quantity desired. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 7 POLE OR CORNFIELD BEANS CULTURE — Pole Beans are more sensitive to cold than the bush kinds, and should not be plant- ed before the ground is warm — two or three weeks later than bush beans. Set poles 6 to 8 feet long, 3 to 4 feet apart, in 4 foot rows and plant 5 or 6 beans 2 inches deep around each pole. They may also be planted in the cornfield and allowed to run up the stalk. More troublesome to grow than bush beans, although they are of better duality and bear longer and more profusely. One lb. will plant 100 hills ; 30 lbs. to the acre. White Creaseback Very hardy, very early and moderately pro- ductive. Pods 5 to 6 inches long, uniform, round and slender; slightly stringy, very fleshy, brittle and fine grained ; fair quality ; color light green. Beans small, oblong and white in color. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 70c ; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. White Kentucky Wonder or Burger’s Stringless Green Pod A very early, white seeded variety. Pods 6 to 7 inches long, round and nearly straight ; very tender, fleshy and stringless ; of high quality ; color medium green. Postpaid, % lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. Kentucky Wonder or Old Homestead The most popular, green-podded climbing, or corn-hill bean ; early and productive. Pods 8 to 9 inches long, very slender, decidedly curved, slightly stringy, tender and good quality. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. October or Horticultural, Wren’s Egg or Cranberry An old, well known, standard sort. Mid-season in maturity, hardy and productive. Pods 5 to 6 inches long, straight, flat, stringless and of good quality ; color dark green, splashed with bright red. Especially adapted for mountainous districts, short seasons and cool locations. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. Striped Creaseback, or Scotia Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans A very hardy and productive mid-season corn- field bean. Pods 6^4 to 7 inches long, round, straight and creasebacked ; slightly stringy, very fleshy, fine grained, attractive and good quality ; pods light green. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. Lazy Wife A late, productive, standard sort. Pods 5 to 6 inches long, broad, straight and flat, stringless, very fleshy, brittle, fine grained, attractive and excellent quality. Color medium green ; dry beans round and white. This is a superior variety for the home garden, also as a field bean among corn. Desirable either for cooking in the pod or shelled for winter. Postpaid, % lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. Red Speckled Cut-short A well known, hardy, late and productive sort. Pods 3 y2 to 4 inches long, stout, straight and flat, stringy, fine grained and fair quality; color light green. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c; lb., 40c* 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. Golden Cluster Wax An excellent pole wax-podded sort; early, vig- orous, hardy and productive. Pods 6^4 to 7 in- ches long, extremely straight, broad and flat: very fleshy, stringy though fine grained, attraa^ tive and good quality; color light waxy-yallow. Beans white, oval-shaped. Postpaid, 14 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs.. 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25. 8 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. LIMA BEANS Plant More Lima Beans For Boiling, Baking And Canning While Lima Beans are rapidly growing in popularity, this excellent table food is still not grown so extensively as it merits. Lima Beans have a rich and delicate flavor that is not found in other types of beans, and for this reason are unexcelled for baking, boiling, or canning. They are largely used as green beans cooked either alone or with sugar corn. As a dried bean they keep as well as other types in any climate and are more nutritious food than most varieties. Lima Beans should not be planted until the ground is warm and all danger of frost is over. The germination of practically all Limas is not as high as ordinary beans, hence a liberal plant- ing is necessary and cheaper in the end. DWARF OR BUSH LIMAS CULTURE — Bush Limas are planted for early crop, since they come into bearing much sooner than pole varieties. The dwarf varieties are not as prolific as the Pole Lima Beans, but they produce a good crop of equal quality and are not so difficult to grow ; always plant the eyes down, dropping 3 beans 15 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart. The bean should be covered from 1 y2 to 2 inches deep. TALL OR POLE LIMAS CULTURE — Plant 3 or 4 beans to the hill 3 ft. apart in 3 or 4 ft. rows. Cover 1^ to 2 in- ches deep with eyes down. It is necessary to provide poles 6 to 8 ft. long for each hill. The beans will make a very rapid growth if a small shovel full of well rotted cow manure is added to each hill when the poles are set. All Pole Limas are exceedingly prolific and are preferred by truck gardeners. Henderson’s Bush Lima A dwarf form of the Small White Lima, valu- able on that account, and extreme earliness, hardi- ness and productiveness. Continuing to grow and set pods until frost. Pods are medium dark green, short, about two and three-fourths inches, flat and contain two to four beans which are of excellent quality either green-shelled or dry. Seed small, flat and white with slight tinge of yellow. One pound will plant 100 hills ; 30 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, y% lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 75c. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Burpee’s Improved Bush Lima This is a little the earliest maturing of the large seeded limas. The plants are vigorous and pro- ductive. The pods are medium green, very large, about five inches long, thick, and usually contain four beans, which are unusually thick, of largest Size and excellent quality, and usually show a greenish white tinge which is generally consid- ered an indication of superior quality. One of the best and most extensively used bush limas for the market as well as home garden. One pound will plant 60 hills ; 60 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, y2 lb- 25c ; lb. 45c ; 2 lbs. 85c. Not prepaid, lb. 35c ; 5 lbs. $1.50. Fordhook Bush Lima A most excellent variety and exceedingly popu- 'jar with market gardeners. Pods about 5 inches long, containing 4 to 5 large oval-shaped, very thick white beans of the so-called Potato Lima type. The plants are vigorous and erect, bearing well above the ground. The pods, which are pro- duced in large clusters, are medium green in col- or. The beans are of exceptionally fine quality and are produced so abundantly as to make this one of the best paying crops that can be raised. One pound will plant 60 hills ; 60 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, *4 lb. 25c ; lb. 45c ; 2 lbs. 85c. Not prepaid, lb. 35c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Carolina Seiva or Small Seeded Pole Lima “The Butter Bean of the South.” These grow quickly, mature early, and are extremely prolific. The beans are small and white, on the order of Henderson’s Bush Lima. They make a dried bean of superior merit. One pound will plant 100 hills ; 30 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c ; lb. 40c ; 2 lbs. 75c. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. King of the Garden Lima The vines of this standard pole lima are very vigorous and productive. The pods are medium dark green, very large, five to six inches long, broad, flat, filled with four or five very large white beans of finest quality. On account of its large pods it is a favorite with market gardeners. It will come into bearing earlier and make larger pods if not more than two vines are left to grow on a pole. Seed very large, ovoid, flat, white with slight greenish tinge. One pound will plant 60 hills ; 60 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 75c. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.35. Carpinteria Pole Lima A most desirable pole lima for the home and market garden . The vines are strong, growing and vigorous, producing an abundance of fine, large, medium green pods, five to six inches long, usually closely filled with four beans of largest size, much thicker than the average pole lima. The color is distinctive in having a decided green- ish tint, an indication of very finest quality. When cooked, the beans are very thin skinned, extremely tender and of finest flavor. Seed very large, exceptionally thick, retaining the distinctly green tinge. One pound will plant 60 hills ; 60 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c ; lb., 40c ; 2 lbs., 75c. Not prepaid, lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.35. King of the Garden Pole Lima ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 9 GARDEN OR TABLE BEETS Detroit Dark Red Edmand’s Early Blood Turnip Beet A desirable second early market sort and suit- able as well for the home garden. Short tops, roots nearly round, dark red ; flesh purplish red with light zoning. Although classed as a second early variety, it is grown largely as a main crop beet and as it is a splendid keeper, is well adapted to this purpose. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; ^4 lb., 30c ; lb., 90c. Detroit Dark Red or Red Ball One of the very best sorts for home or market garden and for canning purposes. Roots uni- formly smooth of medium size, and globe shaped ; skin dark red, flesh solid vermlllion red, seldom showing any white zones. Quality is of the very best, sweet, tender and never stringy. A good variety for early and late planting. The tops being small and upright growing, permit close planting. This is our biggest seller and from all reports, is the beet best adapted to this section. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; % lb., 30c ; lb., 90c. For Stock Beets see page 45. SWISS CHARD— TURNIP BEETS Swiss Chard is grown much in the same way as beets. The seed should be sown during April or May, in drills 16 to 20 inches apart, and the seedlings thinned out to stand from one to two feet apart in the row. Swiss Chard grows easily in any well-drained, fertile soil. The plants are quite hardy, and will yield throughout the sum- mer and fall until severe frosts touch the foliage. The leaves are usually boiled, similarly to spinach, which they resemble in flavor. The large white ribs are creamed like asparagus. One ounce for 100 feet of drill ; 4 lbs. per acre in drills. LUCULLUS — An enormous yielding, strong growing variety with extra large leaves which are thick, heavily crumbled and curled. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; ^4 lb. 30c ; lb. $1.00. CULTURE — Beets thrive best in rather light, mellow and deep-worked soil which has been thoroughly enriched with well-rotted manure or fertilizer, which should be well mixed with soil. Sow in drills about 18 inches apart, covering about one inch deep and thin out the plants to 4 inches apart in the drills. For a small garden the drills need not be more than 12 to 15 inches apart. One ounce will sow 50 ft. of drill, 6 to 8 lbs. to the acre. Extra Early Egyptian The best variety for forcing ; also excellent for first early crop outdoors, being very early. Small tops, roots distinctly flat but moderately thick, very dark red ; flesh dark purple red, zoned a lighter shade. Much used for bunching. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; lb., 30c ; lb., 90c. Crosby’s Egyptian A very desirable early table beet, but not as suitable for forcing as Extra Early Egyptian. Roots a flattened globe shape ; skin very dark red, flesh a trifle lighter in color and lightly zoned ; tops smalL An improvement on other Egyptian sorts, being almost as early, and of more desirable shape, color and quality. Is be- ing more largely planted for early market by truckers, and has proven profitable and satisfac- tory, being very sweet and tender. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; % lb., 30c ; lb., 90c. Early Eclipse An early beet expecially desirable for the home garden and used for bunching. The tops are small with medium sized, round, bright red roots ; flesh bright red, zoned pinkish white. A very tender, crisp and sweet beet, especially when young, but retains these good qualities as it gets older. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; % lb., 30c ; lb., 90c. Edmand’s Early Blood Turnip Boot 10 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. LONG ISLAND GROWN CABBAGE SEED Culture — For plants of the earliest sorts, sow seed in January or February under glass, and put out in flats or frames about 2 inches apart each way. Transplant to open ground as soon in spring as the land can be properly prepared. A rich, warm, fibrous loam is best. Set the early plants in rows about 18 inches apart, and rows at least 2 feet apart. Give thorough cultivation and irrigate in dry weather if practicable A little nitrate of soda applied around the plant is of great benefit. A fer- tilizer with a high percentage of potash will also do much good. For late cabbage plants, sow seed in drills in open ground during April and May, and transplant in June and July about 2 feet apart in 2 y2 feet rows. Dusting with tobacco dust, slug shot, etc., are good and safe remedies for some of the insect pests at- tacking plants of the cabbage family. Sow one ounce for 2,000 plants ; 6 to 8 ounces for one acre. Cover ^ in. deep. Type Cabbage Early Jersey Wakefield The most popular extra early cabbage. Plants are compact, erect, with few outer leaves and withstand cold and unfavorable weather well as they are very hardy. Heads are meduim size, cone shaped and solid. This variety has been for a long time the market gardeners favorite for a first early cabbage. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Charleston or Large Wakefield This is a selection from the best Early Jersey Wakefield type with the same characteristics, but is much larger and although it matures about a week later, is popular with many growers on ac- count of its large size. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Copenhagen Market Very fine and nearly as early as Jersey Wake- field. Plants are vigorous but compact bearing on short stems heads that are large, round and solid with few outer leaves, light green in color and of upright growth. An excellent variety for either home or market garden. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Henderson’s Early Summer A splendid second early sort, being ten days later than Jersey Wakefield. Heads are medium in size, round, somewhat flattened, compact and solid ; outer leaves are spreading and light green in color. A sure and reliable header. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. All Seasons A great favorite especially with kraut manu- facturers. Heads are large, round and very deep. A splendid keeper and can be planted for early or late crop. In season a late second early com- ing in with Early Flat Dutch. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Early Flat Dutch A standard second early short stemmed variety. Heads are similar to Late Flat Dutch, except that they are somewhat smaller and mature earlier. A sure header and thoroughly satisfactory cabbage in every way. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Late Flat Dutch A very popular and highly esteemed variety, extensively cultivated for market and family use. Heads are large, round, flattened and very firm ; has a short stem and is very hardy. A fine main crop cabbage. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; *4 lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Danish Ball Head One of the best winter sorts and one of the most hardy. The strong growth of this variety enables it to withstand dry weather well, and its good keeping quality makes it a most valuable cabbage for winter storing. Heads which are borne on short stems are medium size, round and very solid. A handsome and valuable type that should be more extensively grown in this section. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. Perfection Drumhead Savoy The best winter keeper of the Savoy type cab- bage. Heads are late in maturing, are round, compact and solid ; leaves numerous, deep green and coarsely crimped. Should be grown in every garden. No other winter cabbage can compare with it in flavor, particularly after it has been touched by frost when it is equal to cauliflower. To have the finest solid hard heads, do not plant till May, June or early in July, as it will not head up hard during very hot weather. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 35c ; % lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00. CABBAGE PLANTS— See page 27. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 11 CARROTS CAULIFLOWER CULTURE — Sow in a light, rich, deeply- worked soil as early as you can work the ground, in drills 12 inches apart and Yu inch deep ; press the soil firmly after planting and when well up thin out to 3 or 4 inches apart in the row. For field culture, make the drills 18 to 24 inches apart ; later sowings should be made in July and August for a late crop to store for winter. In dry weather soak the seeds before sowing. To store for winter, pack in dry earth or sand in the cellar or put them outside on a well-drained situation, covering with a few inches of straw and 6 to 8 inches of earth to protect from frost. One oz. will sow 100 ft. of drill ; 3 to 4 lbs. to the acre. Danver’s Half Long Carrots OXHEART — Very early and one of the heaviest yielders and the best for stiff and heavy soils where the longer varieties might fail. Fully grown roots measure 2% inches in diameter at the top, and from 3 to 4 inches in length. The flesh is bright orange in color ; free from hard core or fiber, and are sweet and tender. Excep- tionally fine for the home garden, and sells CULTURE — Cauliflower requires much the same treatment and cultivation as cabbage, but is not as hardy in resistance to either hot or cold or dry weather. The plants should have an abun- dance of water in the summer and protection during cold weather. Early planting is essential in this section. Plant in hot beds in February, March and early April, cover seed with Yi in. fine soil firmly pressed down. Transplanting should be done in moist weather. Be sure to transplant to a rich, well fertilized moist soil, at least as rich as the seed bed. *4 oz. produces about 600 plants, 8 to 4 ounces make enough to plant an acre. Set plants 15 to 18 inches apart in 3 feet rows. Cultivate frequently. When the heads are about two inches across, tie up the outer leaves to blanch the heads and protect them from the sun and weather ; this pre- vents them becoming bitter and discolored. Cut when head is hard and compact. EARLY SNOWBALL — This variety is not only the earliest to head but a remarkably sure header, making large, solid, per- fect, pure white heads of the finest quality. Plant compact in growth with few short, outside leaves. Suit- able alike for home or market garden and adapted for forcing as well as growing out of doors. Last year we started to im- port Early Snowball Cauliflower seed direct from Europe. Quite a number of truckers had splendid success with their crops from this seed. We believe that Cauliflower can be made one of the best paying crops for this section, as it always commands a good price. It requires considerable care, but the profit more than re- pays the effort expended. Postpaid, pkt., 15c ; % oz., 55c ; Y& oz., $1.00 ; oz., $1.75 ; % lb., $6.00. CAULIFLOWER PLANTS— See page 27. quickly on the market, due to its fine appearance and superb quality. They are sweetest when still 6mail. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; *4 lb., 45c ; lb., $1.25. CHANTENAY— A most excellent, medium early, half long variety. It is one of the best in quality for the market and home garden, while its great productiveness and the ease with which it can be harvested make it desirable as a field sort. The tops are medium sized with small neck. The ma- ture roots are thick, five and one-half to six inches in length, uniformly half long or stump rooted but tapering slightly, smooth, deep orange- red in color. The flesh is very crisp and tender. Although a medium early sort the roots are suit- able for use nearly as early as any. The variety is extensively used for bunching Postpaid, pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c ; lb., $1.25. DANVER’S HALF LONG— A half long orange carrot, grown largely on account of its great pro- ductiveness and adaptability to all classes of soiL It is a desirable second early and main crop car- rot for the home garden and is also suitable for field culture. The tops are of medium _ size. The mature roots are of medium length, six to eight inches long, tapering uniformly to a blunt point. The flesh is deep orange, tender and of good qual- ity. Although the roots of this variety at matur- ity are comparatively short, they often produce aa large a bulk as the longer field sorts and are more easily harvested. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; % lb., 45c ; lb., $1.2o. COLLARDS Collards are cultivated and grown much the same as cabbage. They are strictly a Southern vegetable and are the old time winter greens, being improved by the touch of frost. Sow the seed thickly in drills, in rich ground, transplanting when about four inches high ; or sow in drills where the plants are to remain and when well started, thin to two or three feet apart in the row. In this section seed may be sown from March to May, but is usually sown from July to September. Sow 1 oz. of seed to 100 ft. of row, covering Yi in. deep. TRUE GEORGIA OR SOUTHERN— This is the white or green stemmed variety, growing two to three feet high and forming a large, loose open head or cluster of leaves with a rather long stem. A frost, if not too severe, will improve rather than injure the quality of the leaves. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. NORTH CAROLINA SHORT STEM— A decided improvement, and has proved very popular wher- ever grown. Has short stem, large spreading leaves, very hardy, withstanding drought in sum- mer and cold in winter. Its flavor and cooking qualities are the very best. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; Yi lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. 12 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. GARDEN AND SUGAR CORN Golden Bantam Sugar Corn CULTURE — Corn thrives best in a rich, warm well- manured soil, that has been deeply and thoroughly worked before planting. To secure bumper crops use commercial fertilizer in addition to stable manure. Plant the early varieties the last of March or early in April ; sweet corns are tender and should not be planted till the ground is thoroughly warm, otherwise they are liable to rot. Plant at intervals of about two weeks apart, so as to have a succession of roasting ears throughout the season. This method is also a protection in case the first plantings are lost. Continue plantings through July and into August, if season is favorable, for late roasting ears. If planted in rows, make the rows three to four feet apart and place the seed twelve to sixteen inches apart in the row, covering one inch deep with fine soil firmly pressed down. If planted in hills, make the hills for the early varieties three feet apart each way and plant four to six kernels to the hill. For the later sorts the hills should be three and one-half to four feet apart each way. Hoe frequently and when six inches high thin so as to leave three or four plants in the hill. Give frequent and thorough but shallow culti- vation until the tassels appear. One pound will plant 100 hills ; 10 to 12 lbs. plants an acre. ADAMS EXTRA EARLY — Not a sugar corn, but a good small roasting ear largely grown for very early use, being hardy, standing early planting and the thick, hard husks not only protect the ear from cold, but prevent the entrance of the corn worm. For extra early roasting ears this is the variety to plant, but will not produce a big, showy ear. Postpaid, V2 lb., 15c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c; 5 lbs., 90c. Not prepaid, lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c. IMPROVED ADAMS EARLY— This is also a hardy corn about two weeks later than Adams Extra Early, but much bigger and better. The stout stalks grow to 7 ft. in height, bearing one or two large or medium sized ears, which are well filled with fine white grain that is of excellent quality if pulled at the proper stage. Not a true sugar corn, but an excellent roasting ear. Postpaid, y2 lb., 15c ; lb., 25c ; 2 lbs., 40c ; 5 lbs., 90c. Not prepaid, lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c. TRUCKER’S FAVORITE — For a second early corn to fol- low Adams Early, or for late planting to mature early, this is a good sort. It is a white corn, with good depth of grain, tender and sweet, and makes most desirable size for roasting ears. It makes an excellent field corn to follow potatoes and other early crops and in addition to being an excellent roasting ear, makes fine meal. Not a true sugar corn, but one of the favorite roasting ears. Postpaid, y2 lb. 15c; lb. 25c; 2 lbs. 40c; 5 lbs. 90c. Not prepaid, lb. 20c; 5 lbs. 75c. GOLDEN BANTAM — This is the earliest of the true sweet corns. For sweetness and richness of flavor it has no equal. It is hardy, a vigorous grower, an early maturing variety of very dwarf growth and can, therefore, be planted feloser than other sorts and through a longer range of sea- son. The cob is small but fills out nicely with large, deep, cream-colored kernels, which turn to yellow when ready for the table. Each stalk bears two or three well filled ears, six to seven inches in length and eight rowed. Postpaid, y2 lb., 20c ; lb., 35c ; 2 lbs., 60c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. Not prepaid, y2 lb., 15c ; lb., 25c ; 5 lbs., $1.00. HOWLING MOB — A big eared medium early corn with the sweet flavor of the late varieties. Stalks usually bear two ears 7 to 8 inches long with 12 to 14 rows of pearly white grains. The shock extends well over the tip and protects it from the worm so destructive to early sweet corn. Postpaid, y2 lb., 20c ; lb., 35c ; 2 lbs., 60c ; 5 lbs., $1.25. Not prepaid, y2 lb., 15c; lb., 25c; 5 lbs. $1.00. COUNTRY GENTLEMAN— The leading midsea- 6on variety and a very popular and satisfactory 6om for this section. The ears are 7 to 8 inches tong, cob small, white and densely covered with long, sVnder, white grains without row formation. The stalks grow 6*4 to 7 feet high, bearing two »r three ears. A good yielder, and keeps in good condit on a long time. Postpaid, y2 lb. 20c ; lb. 35c ; 2 lbs. 60c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Not prepaid, y2 lb. 15c ; lb. 25c ; 5 lbs. $1.00. STOWELL’S EVERGREEN— The standard main crop sweet corn, more extensively planted than any other variety, being the general favorite for the home garden and market for late use. If planted at the same time with earliest kinds, it will keep the table supplied until October. The stalks grow about 7 1-2 feet high, bearing an abundance of ears 8 to 9 inches long, sixteen to eighteen rowed with very deep, sweet white grains of delicious flavor, remaining a long time in good cooking condition. Postpaid, y2 lb. 20c ; lb. 35c ; 2 lbs. 60c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Not prepaid, % lb. 15c; lb. 25c; 5 lbs. $1.00. For Larger quantities than quoted in cata- log please ask for prices stating quantity desired. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 13 CUCUMBER SEED CULTURE! — In order to obtain the largest yield of cucumbers, the soil should be well enriched with well rotted manure or sheep fertilizer, but an abundance of good fruit can be raised on any rich garden soil. Plant the seed not over an inch deep in hills four to six feet apart each way, dropping fifteen to twenty seeds in a hill. After the plants begin to crowd and danger from the striped beetle is pretty well over, thin to three plants to the hill. Give frequent but shallow cultivation until the plants make runners so long that this is impracticable. In this section it is best to make two sowings ; one in the early spring and the second late in June and early in July. One ounce is sufficient for 50 hills ; 2 lbs. to the acre. Spray with Dowco or a mix ture of Arsenate of Lead and Bor- deaux when plants are young, in late afternoon or early evening. A light sprinkling of tobacco dust also does a great deal of good. Try planting a radish seed in every hill, as it helps to keep the bugs away. Pick the fruit as soon as it is large enough and before it begins to ripen, otherwise the vines will stop bearing. WHITE SPINE, IMPROVED EARLY — The earliest and best known of the White Spines ; a short, square ended, rather three cornered type, 7 in. long, very productive, fine for slicing or pickles ; medium green color. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 40c ; lb. $1.25. EARLY CLUSTER — Very early and prolific Fruit which is borne in clusters in the center of the plant, is light green in color, chunky in shape and about 5 inches long. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 40c ; lb. $1.25. CHICAGO PICKLING — A small, crisp, dark green early, prolific sort more largely used for pickling than any other kind. 6 inches long. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 40c; lb. $1.25. Davis Perfect Cucumber DAVIS PERFECT — An extra long, dark green mid-season type of White Spine; retains its color and good qualities long after being picked ; fruit is 11 inches long, smooth and tapering at both ends, flesh crisp, solid, with few seeds. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 40c ; lb. $1.25. LONG GREEN, IMPROVED— A standard late, well known table sort. Twelve to fourteen inches long, slender, more or less warted, tapering to- wards the stem end, color dark green, flesh white and firm. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 40c ; lb. $1.25. Golden Self Blanching Celery CELERY SEED CULTURE — Sow seed in February, March or April, in rows, and if dry enough, press the soil firmly with a roller or the back of a spade. Soak seed for 24 hsurs before plant- ing ; cover very lightly and keep constantly moist. When 4 inches high, cut off tops to make the plants grow stocky. Transplant from June to October in rows 3 feet apart, 6 inches apart in row. When the plants are nearly full grown they should be “handled,” which is done by gathering the leaves together while the earth is drawn about the plant to one-third its height, taking care that none of it falls between the leaves. Repeat the process every few days until only the tops of the leaves are visible. One oz., sows about 100 feet, and produces about 2,000 plants. GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING— A golden yellow color; ribs are brittle, and of a delicious flavor. This is the earli- est maturing sort. Sta'ks are heavy, perfectly solid, about 20 inches high ; easily blanched. Postpaid, pkt 10c ; % oz. 35c ; oz. 60c ; *4 lb. $2.25. IMPROVED WHITE PLUME — An early variety and great favorite, crisp and tender. The plants grow rapidly and blanch easily during the summer months. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; ^ oz. 25c ; oz. 40c ; % lb. $1.35. GIANT PASCAL — Splendid variety for fall and winter use. Tt blanches to a yellowish white color, and is solid, crisp, and of fine flavor. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; % oz. 25c ; oz. 40c ; *4 lb. $1.35. WINTER QUEEN — One of the most desirable of winter celeries. Of robust growth requiring but little labor in earthing up for blanching and makes heavy, broad and solid heart stalks, which blanch creamy white and tender. Postpaid, pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 25c; oz., 40c; % lb., $1.S5. CELERY PLANTS— See page 27. 14 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. EGG PLANT CULTURE — Seed germinates slowly and should be started in hotbed, covering *4 in. deep, for in this, as in all semi-tropical plants, it is impor- tant to secure a rapid and continuous growth from the first, the plants never recovering from a check received when young. When plants have two rough leaves transplant three or four inches apart. When the ground is warm and all danger not only from frosts, but from cold nights is past, harden off by gradual exposure to the sun and air and decreasing the supply of water, then carefully transplant to open ground, setting two and one- half feet apart in a deep, rich loamy soil. In very cool and wet summers egg plants frequently fail to head. In such cases try pinching off the ends of the branches after plants begin to bloom, so that only two or three fruits will set. Dust with slug shot to protect from bugs. One ounce for 1,000 plants ; 6 ozs. to plant an acre. Matures in about 120 days from sowing. BLACK BEAUTY — This earliest and most de- sirable of Egg Plants has gradually superseded all other varieties. The fruits which are borne freely on strong, stocky plants, are egg-shaped and grow to good size. The skin is a rich dark purple which does not fade when the fruits reach maturity. Postpaid, pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c; oz. 45c; % lb. $1.50. KALE OR BORECOLE CULTURE — Generally sown from August 15th to October 15th, but frequently sown in the spring with satisfactory results. Sow either broadcast or in drills 18 inches apart, and give some culti- vation, and they will yield greens throughout the winter. Two ounces plant 100 feet of drill ; 8 to 10 lbs. to the acre broadcast, 5 to 7 lbs. in drills. Cover seed Y2 in. deep. DWARF CURLED SCOTCH — A handsome, very finely curled, dwarf, spreading variety ; foliage long and of an attractive bright green. Very hardy and of excellent flavor. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. DWARF CURLED SIBERIAN— A hardy, vig- orous and spreading variety ; leaves are large and rather plain in the center, but _ cut and frilled at the edges ; color is a bluish-green. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. TALL CURLED SCOTCH— Plants of this va- riety grow 2 to 3 ft. in height, bearing long, plume-like, light green leaves, which are much cut and deeply curled at the edges ; very hardy. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; ^4 lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. Dwarf Curled Scotch Kale ENDIVE CULTURE — One of the best salads for fall and winter use. Endive is not only much used for salads and garnishing, but is also desirable for greens and for flavoring soups and stews. Plants may be grown at any season of the year but are more generally used late in the fall. For early use sow from March 15th ; for fall supply sow in June through September in drills fourteen to twenty inches apart and when well started thin the plants to one foot apart. When nearly full grown tie the outer leaves together over the cen- ter in order to blanch the heart of the plant. By covering fresh plants every few days a succes- sion may be kept up. One ounce sows 200 ft. of drill. Cover *4 in. deep. MOSS GREEN CURLED— A very hardy med- ium green curled leaved sort, crisp and tender ; blanches creamy white. The preferred and much the best variety. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. $1.25. White Vienna Kohl-Rabi KOHL-RABI CULTURE — The edible part is the turnip- shaped bulb formed above ground. It is tender and excellent when used before fully grown, com- bining somewhat the flavors of cabbage and tur- nip. Seed should be sown in light, rich soil as early in spring as possible in rows one and one- half feet apart and when well established, thin to six inches apart in the row. Plantings at inter- vals of ten days will give a succession until hot weather, when they fail to grow well. Plantings may be made the latter part of July for fall use. Sow 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. Cover Ys in. deep. EARLY WHITE VIENNA— Extremely early, with distinctly small tops ; bulbs medium size, very light green or nearly white and of best qual- ity. Worthy of a place in any garden. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 20c ; % lb., 65c. HORSE RADISH ROOTS Horse Radish rarely produces seed, but is grown from pieces of the roots. Mark off the rows 2 y2 ft. apart, in rich, moist, well-prepared ground, and set the pieces of roots 18 inches apart in the rows vertically, the small end down, and the top 1 to 2 inches below the sur- face. Cultivate thoroughly until the tops cover the ground, when their shade will keep down the weeds. See Page 27 for prices. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 15 LETTUCE SEED CULTURE— Sow in hotbeds *4 in. deep in Feb- ruary and March, harden off and set out 8 to 12 inches apart in 18 inch rows. For succession, sow every 3 weeks. Sowing may be made in open ground early in the spring and the plants thinned out. Lettuce is easy to grow, but requires rich, moist soil, clean and thorough cultivation, and plenty of water to give it that quick growth on which depends its tenderness and flavor. After plants are set out, a side-dressing of Nitrate of Soda will stimulate their growth. For fall use plant in July and August. Plant the hardy kinds in September and October. Pro- tect with straw or litter and they will head up in the spring. One ounce will sow about 100 ft. drill or produce about 1500 plants. About 2 lbs. will make plants enough for an acre. Grand Rapids Lettuce Grand Rapids The favorite loose-leaved forcing lettuce and the best to sow outside in the spring and fall for family use. Leaves short, spatulate in shape, ex- cessively blistered and crumpled and the border heavily fringed ; color very light green, with nc trace of brown. Grows very rapidly and keeps in good marketable condition for a long time after cutting. A most handsome and attractive lettuce and deservedly popular. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 20c ; % lb. 60c ; lb. $1.75. Big Boston Hanson, Improved Very popular for outside for summer and fall use as well as cold frame forcing. Head large and compact, leaves broad, almost smooth, but wavy at the edge ; color light . green, slightly tinged reddish-brown, heart greenish tinged yellow. Big Boston gives the best of satisfaction under all con- ditions and is a favorite with home gardeners, and as it ships well, is largely raised by truckers. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 20c ; % lb., 60c ; lb., $1.75. One of the most reliable, sure heading sorts ; heads globular, large and late ; leaves large and very broad, fairly blistered and crumpled, borders finely frilled, color clear light green and quality very superior. A fine variety for midsummer planting outside as it withstands the hot season better than most sorts and is a slow seeder. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 20c ; % lb. 60c ; lb. $1.75. Iceberg A large, late, crisp cab- bage heading variety ; heads very firm, hard and well blanched, leaves broad, fair- ly blistered and crumpled, borders finely frilled ; color medium green with faint brown tracing on the bor- der. Quality is the best. Adapted for late fall sowing. Postpaid, pkt., 10c: oz., 25c; }£ lb., 75c; lb., $2.25. New York or Wonderful A very large, late globular heading variety ; leaves broad, of thick texture, fairly blistered and crum- pled and the borders frill ed ; color dark green. The quality is excellent and as it is a reliable grower in almost every soil, it can be highly recommended. Known in California and the Wes' as “Los Angeles,” an<’ shipped east under the trad name of “Iceberg.” Splen did for late fall sowing Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz., 30c ; M lb., 85c; lb., $2.50. Big Boston Lettuce 16 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. MUSKMELON OR CANTALOUPE CULTURE— A rich, sandy soil and good seed are a b s o lately essential for suc- cess in raising the best musk- melons. The seed should not be planted until the ground has become dry and warm ; plant in hills 4 to 6 ft. apart each way ; old well rotted manure or sheep fertilizer should be thoroughly mixed with the soil in each hill and in liberal quantity. Add a good commercial fertilizer and make the hills rich. Put from 10 to 16* seeds to the hill, 1 in. deep, and when danger of insects destroying the young plants is past, thin out, leaving 4 strong plants to the hill. Give frequent but shallow cultivation until vines cover the ground. Spray with Dowco, or a mixture of Ar- senate of Lead and Bordeaux. Applications of Tobacco Dust will also do a great deal of good. A radish plant grown in each hill will help to keep the bugs away. One ounce will plant 50 hills ; 2 lbs. to an acre. POLLOCK’S 10-25 The best of the Rocky Ford type of melons. The melons are solidly netted, without ribs, very uniform in size and shape, do not develop soft spots and can be picked closer than any other type of Rocky Fords. The flesh is a rich salmon about two thirds of the depth, changing to green near the rind. This color is very uniform. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. Banana Cantaloupe Shaped somewhat as the name indicates ; grows about 24 inches long ; flesh deep salmon color. Has a banana flavor. This melon does well in this section and is very popular with a great many growers. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; % lb., 60c ; lb., $1.50. Hoodoo (Hearts of Gold.) Gold Lined Rocky Ford A round type of Rocky Ford ; entirely covered with fine netting and without ribs. The flesh is a rich salmon color at the center shading to light green at rind. The seed cavity is small and the meat thick and of excellent flavor. This fine melon, known also as Eden Gem, does excep- tionally well in this section and is very popular. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; *4 lb., 50c ;lb., $1.50. Hoodoo, Hearts of Gold A splendid, small, mid-season variety ; fruit round, with tendency to heart-shape, densely cov- ered with fine gray netting and distinctly ribbed; flesh very thick, ripening, thoroughly to the rind, with small seed cavity ; of a rich orange color and highest quality. A fine shipping sort. Try this melon ; you will like it. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; *4 lb. 50c ; lb. $1.50. Tip Top A netted type melon, and a most excellent main crop sort. Fruit large, gray-green in color, round, flattened at ends, distinctly ribbed and well netted ; flesh very thick, deep salmon color, and of the highest quality ; a fine melon for home or market. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; 14 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. Honey Dew This late variety has become extremely popular on account of its large size and excellent quality. The fruit is oval in form, about 10 inches long and 8 inches _ in diameter; surface smooth and hard, without ribbing or net- ting ; creamy white in color, turning to lemon tint when fully ripe ; flesh light emerald green ; very thick, ripening to the rind ; very tender with an extreme sweetness found in no other melon. An excellent variety for storing. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 50c ; lb. $1.50. CHESS WATER CRESS — A hardy plant which can easily be grown in a shallow pond of fresh wa- ter or along the edges of shallow running streams. Seed may be readily started in pans or boxes of very moist earth. When the young plants are well grown, they should be trans- planted to the stream or pond. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % oz. 20c ; oz. 35c. UPLAND CRESS — Extra Curled (Pepper- grass.) A small, curled plant, having a fine pungent flavor and used as a salad. Sown in the spring, 1 oz. to about 200 ft. of drill, about 1 ft. apart. Postpaid, pkt., 6c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 17 SOUTHERN GROWN WATERMELON SEED THE WATERMEL- ON SEED WE OF- FER IS SOUTHERN GROWN AND PRO- DUCED BY AN EX- PERT WHO DE- VOTES HIS ENTIRE TIME TO THE BUS- INESS. SEED OF THIS KIND IS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN ORDINARY STOCK BUT RE- SULTS MORE THAN JUSTIFY THE SLIGHT ADDITION- AL COST. YOU WILL BE PLEASED WITH THIS SEED. CULTURE — Pre- pare the soil by tho- roughly working in well rotted manure, pulverized sheep ma- nure or poultry droppings ; rich soil gives the plants a good start before insects at- tack them. Results will justify the use of plenty of high-grade commercial fertilizer, in addition to composte. Make hills 8 ft. apart each way, plant 10 to 12 seeds to a hill, covering 1 inch deep ; when well up, thin out, leaving 3 strong plants to a hill. Spray with Dowco, or a mixture of Arsenate of Lead and Bordeaux. Applications of Tobacco Dust will also do a great deal of good. A radish plant grown in each hill will help to keep the bugs away. One ounce will plant 30 hills ; 3 lbs. to an acre. Harris’ Earliest An extra early melon of excellent quality. Fruits larger than any other extra early sort ; slightly oval with broad bands of mottled stripes light and dark green. Flesh bright red, and very tender, vines very vigorous and productive. Not a good shipper. Seed black. Time for ripening about 80 days. Average weight 25 pounds. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 30c; lb. 90c. Georgia Rattlesnake Is an elongated gray with light green stripes ; an excellent shipper, vines vigorous and produc- tive. Flesh red and sweet, seeds white with black tips. Time for ripening about 80 days. Average weight 25 pounds. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. Halbert’s Honey This melon is dark green, slightly ridged and blunt at both ends, the flesh is very sweet and melting, leaves no trace of pulp ; bright crimson ; not a good shipper. Rind very tender ; grows very long in shape ; seeds white, small and black tips ; time for ripening about 85 days. Average weight 25 pounds. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 30c; lb. 90c. Tom Watson One of the best melons either for market or home use ; very prolific, attains a larger size than any of the long green melons, frequently growing 50 or 60 pounds in weight; no tipped ends or necks to rot ; one of the best shippers. The rind is thin but tough, flesh deep red ; tender, firm and sweet ; produces melons 18 to 24 inches long by 10 to 12 inches in diameter ; seeds light brown, smeared with darker brown ; time for ripening about 90 days. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; ^4 lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. Tom Watson Watermelon Improved Kleckley Sweet This is a very popular watermelon and does exceptionally well in this section. Dark green skin, thin rind; flesh bright scarlet, solid, very sweet and crisp ; not a good shipper for long distance. The fruits are oblong and uniform in size ; seeds cream with an occasional seed smeared with brown ; time for ripening about 85 days ; average weight 25 pounds. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. Peerless or Ice Cream This melon has become a favorite with a great many ; flesh beautiful crimson and fine grained, excellent quality, dark mottled green rind, round to oblong. Seed white. Time for ripening about 85 days. Average weight 20 pounds. A fine mel- on for the home grower and when large size is not desired. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; *4 lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. OKRA OR GUMBO CULTURE — Grown for its green seed-pods, which are used in soups or stewed and served as a vegetable. Can be cured like dried apples and then used for soup at any time. When the soil has become warm, sow thickly in rows 3 ft. apart, and when large enough, thin out to a foot apart in the rows. One ounce will sow 30 ft. of row ; 8 to 10 lbs. to the acre. Cover 1 in. deep. Extra Early Dwarf An extra early maturing variety. Very pro- ductive. Plants are more dwarf in habit of growth than those of other varieties. Pods short, deep green, slightly corrugated, tender and of good quality. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; 2 oz. 15c ; % lb. 25c; lb. 75c. White Velvet The plants are about three and one-half feet high, early maturing and very productive. The pods are white, long, smooth and are tender until nearly full sized. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; 2 oz. 15c; % lb. 25c; lb. 75c. Perkins’ Mammoth (Long Green) This variety is about three feet high, very early and productive. The pods are deep green, very long, slender, slightly corrugated, very tend- er and of good quality. This is a desirable market as well as home garden sort. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; 2 oz. 15c ; % lb. 25c ; lb. 75c. 18 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. MUSTARD ONION SEED CULTURE. — It is used the same as spinach, or boiled with meats as greens. Sow in Febru- ary, March or April, or in September and Octo- ber, either broadcast or in rows six inches apart. One ounce sows 80 feet of drill ; 6 to $ lbs. broadcast to an acre, covering Vfc in. deep. Southern Giant or Curled Mustard SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED— Plant vigorous and hardy, of upright, spreading growth ; leaves large, light green-tinged yellow, much crumpled CULTURE — Sow in spring as early as ground can be worked. Soil must be rich, thoroughly clean and pulverized. Use well rotted stable ma- nure, sheep manure, or a commercial fertilizer containing a high percentage of potash. Sow in rows 12 to 18 inches apart, covering one-half inch and when seedlings are 3 to 4 inches tall, they should be thinned to stand 3 to 4 inches apart in the row. Onions must be kept free from weeds. For raising sets and onions for pickling, rows should be 10 to 12 inches apart. Late plantings are made in August and September. One ounce sows 100 feet of row ; 5 to 6 lbs. to the acre. For growing pickling onions use 25 to 30 lbs. to the acre ; for sets 40 to 60 lbs. PRIZETAKER — One of the largest, handsomest and most profitable onions grown. It is strictly “fancy” and is sold on fruit stands in the fall as “Spanish” onion. Prizetaker is globe-shape, has pale yellow sk.n and white flesh, which is very mild and of pleasantly pungent flavor. Bulbs will grow to enormous size if seed is sown under glass in February and seedlings transplanted into rich soil outdoors as soon as weather permits. Postpaid, pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; Vi lb. 75c; lb. $2.25. SILVER SKIN OR WHITE PORTUGAI^-A large flat, white onion of mild and pleasant fla- vor; hard and fine grained. Silver Skin is ex- tensively grown for sets and is also largely used for pickling onions. A splendid variety for the home or market garden and for green onions. Postpaid, pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; Vi lb. 75c; lb. $2.25. and frilled at the edges. Succulent, pungent, and of sweet flavor. The most popular with Southern growers. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; V4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. CHINESE BROAD LEAF— Plants rather tall and upright growing and produce considerably more leaf growth than other varieties. The leaves are large, broad, comparatively smooth and have broad, distinct midrib. When cooked the leaves are of excellent quality. The variety is distinct in that it stays in condition without bolting to seed considerably longer than others. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; V4 lb. 25c ; lb. 7 5c. YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS— The best known and most largely grown yellow onion. The bulbs are medium to large size, averaging about 2 inches in diameter, uniformly globe shape, have small necks and ripen evenly. The skin is light yellow ; flesh is creamy white, crisp and mild in flavor. A fine keeper, matures early and is uni- versally recommended for general crop and for growing sets. The standard in most markets. Postpaid, pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; V4 lb. 75c; lb. $2.25. LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD— The most generally grown and best known red variety. The bulbs are large, somewhat flattened ; skin purplish red; flesh purplish white; very hard and solid ; an excellent keeper and a heavy crop- per. A good onion for poor and dry soils and for growing sets but not as popular as formerly. Postpaid, pkt. 10c : oz. 20c ; V4 lb. 60c ; lb. $2.00 ONION SETS CULTURE — One quart will plant about 30 feet of row ; 12 to 15 bushels an acre. Plant 3 to 4 inches apart in rows 12 to 18 inches apart ; set the onions right side up V& inch to 1 inch deep cover and firm dirt down. Soil should be riel and what is known as quick growing soil witl plenty of old, well-rotted stable manure, sheej manure or a commercial fertilizer, containing t high percentage of potash. Onions must be kept free from weeds. All varieties can be set out in the fall as well as early spring. SILVER SKIN — Produce earliest green onions. Postpaid, qt., 35c ; gal., $1.00 ; peck, $1.50. YELLOW DANVERS— Standard for color in most markets. Postpaid, qt., 35c; gal., $1.00; peck, $1.50. AUSTRALIAN BROWN— Onion of mediurr size, wonderfully hard and solid and most attrac- tive for market, both as to form and appearance The color of the skin is a clear amber brown. Postpaid, qt. 35c ; gal. $1.00 ; peck $1.50. YELLOW POTATO— The old original Englisi multiplier. Make a large onion every other yea. SetB produce big onions and big onions produ< sets. Postpaid, qt., 35c ; gal., $1.00 ; peck, $1.6<> When larger quantities of Onion Sets are de- sired, please write for prices. Silver Skin or White Portugal Onion ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 19 PEPPER SEED Peppers are used for seasoning meat and vegetable dishes, for salads or as mangoes. Sow seed early in hot beds *4 inch deep or in open seed bed wh<>n warm in light soil. When about S inches high transplant in rows 18 in- ches apart. 2 feet apart in the rows. Keep free from weeds and fertilize when about 6 inches high. Poultry droppings are particularly valuable to use. One ounce will produce 1000 plants. PIMENTO — Sweetest pepper grown, a very thick fleshed, heart-shaped, smooth mild crimson variety, much used for salads : very prolific. Post- paid, pkt. 10c; oz. 45c; 14 lb. $1.35. RUBY KING — This is a fine vari- ety, growing from 4 to 6 inches long, and 3 to 4 inches thick. The flesh is very thick, mild and pleasant to the taste. It is a fine sort for stuffing or for pepper hash, and also makes an excellent dish for salad. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 45c ; % lb. $1.35. I.4RGE BELL OR BULL NOSE— Sometimes called Sweet Mountain. The plants are vigorous, about two feet high, compact, and very productive, ripening their crop uniformly and ear- ly. lhe fruits are 3 in. long, 2 in. diameter, thick, mild flavored, and of excellent quality. The color is deep green when fruit is young, bright crimson when ripe. One of the best varieties for mangoes or stuffed pep- pers. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 45c ; % lb. $1.35. Chinese Giant Lemper CHINESE GIANT — One of the very largest of the mild red varieties. Plant of short, stocky growth, with light green fol'age; fruits pendent, thick, blocky and square ended, 4 to 5 inches in diameter and of equal length ; color, brilliant glossy scarlet. One of the very best varieties for salads and large mangoes Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; oz. 60c ; 14 lb. $1.75. LONG RED CAYENNE— This is a fine, slender variety, about 4 in. long, often curved and twist- ed, very hot, bright red, and of exceedingly pungent flavor as a seasener. It is a good keep- er. When fully ripe can be gathered, dried and strung for winter use. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 45c ; % lb. $1.35. PEPPER PLANTS— See Page 27. PARSLEY CULTURE — This well known plant is very useful for flavoring soups and stews and for garnishing. Parsley succeeds best on rich, mellow soil. The seed is even slower than parsnip in germinating and should be sown as early as possible in the spring, in drills one to two feet apart covering not more than one-half inch with fine soil firmly pressed down. When the plants are well up thin eight to twelve inches apart in the row. When the plants are about three inches high cut off all the leaves ; the plant will then start a new growth A few radish seeds should be sown in the row with parsley to mark the row and allow early cultivation. The radishes can be pulled early and will not interfere with the parsley. Top drees with well rotted manure or sheep fertilizer. Fall sowings can be made as late as October in hot beds or cold frames. CHAMPION MOSS CURLED— The best and most improved strain of Parsley. It is beautiful- ly curled and crimped, and is best for garnishing and flavoring. If cut when about 3 inches high, it starts a new growth that will be better curled and a brighter color. It makes an ornamental plant for edging walks. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 30c. PARSNIP CULTURE — Plant as early in the spring as the weather will permit till the middle of Jane. Plant % inch deep in a rich, deeply worked, sandy loam, in rows 18 inches apart, cover light- ly, and when 2 inches high thin out to 4 to 6 inches apart. Parsnips germinate slowly, es- pecially in dry weather ; plant a few radish seeds with them to mark the row for early cul- tivation. Parsnips are improved by frost, so they can be dug as wanted, or stored for winter use. Do not use fresh stable manure on pars- nips. One ounce sows 20 feet of drill ; & to 6 lbs. sows an acre. SUGAR OR HOLLOW CROWN— Better known and more generally grown than any other sort ; roots smooth, usually 15 inches long by 3 inches in diameter at the top ; tender and sugary. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; *4 lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. 20 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. GARDEN OR ENGLISH PEAS (Varieties Marked With Star (*) Are Wrinkled) CULTURE — Plant the smooth varieties as early as the ground can be worked, 2 inches deep in double rows 6 to 8 inches apart, 21/& to 3 ft. between the double rows and stake the tall varieties with brush. The wrinkled peas are not as hardy as the smooth sorts and they should be planted later ; they are sweeter and better flavored. They should be kept clean and the earth worked toward them 2 or 3 times dur- ing the growth. For a continuous crop, plant every 2 weeks as late as August for a fall crop. Gather as fast as they are big enough to use, otherwise they will stop bearing. Peas mature earlier in a light, rich soil ; for general crop, a moderately heavy soil is best. Two lbs. will plant 100 ft. of row ; 90 to 100 lbs. per acre. Inoculate this seed with Farmogerm. Use plenty of good fertilizer. First and Best A standard extra early smooth pea. It is the hardiest, most prolific and profitable of the very early sorts. The well-filled pods containing usu- ally 6 to 8 peas are of fair quality. Height 2% ft. Postpaid, y2 lb., 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. Alaska This early large smooth blue pea is very popu- lar with market gardeners as it is hardy, stands early planting and matures uniformly. Foliage and pods light green ; pods 2% in. long, round, straight and square ended, containing 6 light green peas. A satisfactory early variety for the home garden. Height about 2% ft. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $1.25. *Little Marvel An extra early fine dwarf sweet flavored pea, which is rapidly taking the place of some of the older and better known varieties. A fine variety for either private or market garden. Foliage and pods very dark green; pods 3 inches long, nearly round and square ended, containing 7 very dark green peas of high quality. Very productive. Height 14 in. Postpaid, % lb. 25c ; lb. 40c ; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c, 5 lbs. $1.25. *Blue Bantam A splendid large-podded, early, dwarf variety which does well in this section and is very popu- lar. Vine and foliage stout and healthy, medium dark green ; pointed pods deep green, 4 in. long, broad and straight, containing 6 to 8 deep green peas of excellent quality. Height 15 in. Post- paid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. *Gradus, or Prosperity A standard, early large podded variety, very popular with market gardeners. Vine and foliage moderately heavy and medium green ; pods med- ium green, 3% in. long, semi-round, straight, slightly curved at the tip, and pointed, contain- ing 6 to 8 large, very sweet, medium green peas ; moderately productive and of high quality Height 2 y2 feet. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c ; lb. 40c ; 2 lbs. 70c ; 5 lbs $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $1.25. For larger quantities than quoted in cata- log please ask for prices stating quantity desired. Dwarf Telephone *Thomas Laxton A very popular gardener’s variety. Vine and foliage moderately stout, medium green; pods medium green 3 y2 in. long, straight, nearly round and square ended, containing 7 medium dark green peas of superior quality. Compared with Gradus, is a little earlier, more productive, but with a smaller, less broad pod. Height 2% feet. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c: 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $1.25. * Dwarf Telephone An excellent second early and main crop vari- ety. Vines and foliage dark green and exception- ally stout; pods dark green, 4 y2 in. long, straight and pointed ; containing 8 to 10 dark green peas of the best quality. Height about 2 feet. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. *Tall Telephone An old standard, high quality, large podded pea. Vine and foliage strong and heavy, med- ium green. Pods 4 y2 in. long, medium light green, straight, broad and pointed, containing 8 large, light green peas. A main crop and very productive variety. Height about 3 y2 feet. Postpaid, y2 lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25. SALAD PEA MAMMOTH MELTING SUGAR— It is the very best edible pea obtainable. The large broad pods are of delicious sweet flavor, being very brittle and entirely stringless. Vine stout, medium green ; pods light green, 3 y2 in. long, 1 in. broad, pointed, containing 7 light green peas. Seed smooth and white. Season of Telephone. Height 3 y2 feet. Postpaid, x/2 lb. 25c ; lb. 45c. Not prepaid, y2 lb. 20c ; lb. 35c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 21 EARLIER— MORE PRODUCTIVE The f a m ous Maine grown seed p o t a toes richly d e s erve the high favor they have won. Under normal growing condi- tions, seed from this source yield an abund ant crop of tubers, true to type and of superior qua- lity. P o tatoes planted in many sec t i o n s soon “run out,” be- come watery and yield poor- ly; the Maine seed always re- produce a good yield of deli- cious mealy tu- bers. Our stock is grown in Aroostook County, Maine, and is carefully selected for seed purposes. Culture Potatoes do best in a rich sandy loam that con- tains plenty of vegetable matter ; a clover sod or land that was heavily manured for the previous crop supply ideal conditions. Cut the potatoes, leaving two eyes to each piece, and plant 15 in- ches apart in three-foot rows, 4 inches deep for early plantings, 6 inches deep for later plant- ings ; cultivate frequently to keep down the weeds and conserve moisture, for a shortage of moisture means a poor crop. Apply fertilizer either in the row or broadcast before the potatoes are planted, and be sure to work it into the soil so that it will not come in contact with and burn the potatoes. Do not use stable manure, as it means scabby potatoes. Continue cultivating till the plants attain full growth and the vines be- gin to spread. One peck will plant about 100 feet of row, or 100 hills. Ten bushels are required to plant an acre. To Prevent Potato Scab Before cutting the potatoes, put them in a burlap bag and dip them in the following so- lution, allowing to remain about two hours, dry before cutting: 4 oz. Corrosive Sublimate (Bichloride of Mercury) to 30 gals, of water. Dissolve first in small quantity of hot water. Dip whole bag in the solution and add Cor- rosive Sublimate when you put in more water. Use only in wood, enamel or concrete con- tainers. BE CAREFFUL! DEADLY POISON! Do not let anything eat potatoes after they are treated !_ Postpaid % lb. 75c; lb. $2.50. Insect Remedies For Blight spray with Bordeaux Mixture and when bugs appear, apply Arsenate of Lead, Paris Green, Pyrox, Calcium Arsenate or Slug Shot, repeating treatment as often as necessary. Write for a Spraying Chart, for Insecticides and fertilizers. After February 1st write us stating Early Red Bliss Triumph This is a very plump, smooth, pink-skinned potato that is very widely grown throughout the South. It is earlier than Cobbler and more pro- ductive than Rose, and therefore fills in between the two. Those who like a potato with a pink skin and white flesh, will find the Red Bliss most satisfactory. It peels without waste, is a fine yielder and is in great demand in a great many sections where its merits are appreciated and on account of its extreme earliness. Matures in about 110 days. Irish Cobbler This has been the standard white variety for many years, and it is hard to find another that can compare in looks or flavor. The skin is white and smooth ; the potato symmetrical ; flesh good clear white and mellow when cooked. It is the leading commercial variety and there are more Cobblers grown than all the other kinds put together. Its popularity is due not only to its extreme earliness — being ten to twelve days earlier than Early Rose — but is also based on its reputation as a reliable and uniform yielder. One of its strong characteristics is that it makes few if any very small potatoes, practically all being medium to large size, and one rarely sees a knotty Cobbler for they are generally plump handsome potatoes. Matures in about 115 days. Early Rose This is one of the most popular potatoes for the early market. Besides being early in matur- ing, it is very productive, and of excellent quali- ty. The skin is pink and the flesh firm. They make a good appearance and are easily marketed. Very mealy and dry and keep well. Does better on poor land than most sorts. Matures in about 125 days. Green Mountain Probably the best-known late Potato on the market. A prolific yielder, growing tubers of large size, oval and fine white flesh. The skin is a dull cream or light russet, the eyes are com- paratively small and shallow. Most profitable Potatoes, for market or home use. There is no variety superior in quality to Green Mountain ; it has a delightful dry mealy flavor when cooked. A good variety to store for winter use. quantities and varieties you are interested in. 22 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. PUMPKIN SEED CULTURE — Pumpkins are rapidly growing in favor throughout the South. The larger and coarser sorts make excellent stock food while the majority of the sorts make excellent pies and are used in a number of other ways. Pumpkins may be planted most any time dur- ing spring and early autumn among corn rows, or in the open. Plant in hills 8 to 10 feet apart, mixing well-rotted manure in each hill. Put 8 to 10 seeds in each hill, 1 inch deep, and culti- vate till the vines get strong, when they should be thinned out, leaving two or three of the strongest in each hill. When planted in corn, plant at the same time as the corn in every fourth row, 10 to 12 feet apart in the rows, letting the hill of pumpkins take the place of a hill of corn. Do not grow near squashes or melons. Keep off bugs by dusting with Slug Shot or Arsenate of Lead. One ounce will plant 20 hills, three pounds, one acre. Use a good com- mercial fertilizer containing a high percentage of Potash. Kentucky Field or Large Cheese A very popular Southern sort ; large and flat- tened. A wonderful keeper ; a good stock variety ; a valuable eating and pie sort, also suitable for canning. Skin mottled light green and yellow, changing to a creamy yellow when they mature. Flesh yellow, tender, and of excellent quality. Postpaid, pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c. Candy Roaster Pumpkin (From a Photograph of One Weighing 55 Lbs. ) Kentucky Field Candy Roaster This variety, as well as we know, is being grown exclusively in Western North Carolina. It is a hybrid between the Pumpkin and Winter Squash. The meat has a sweeter flavor than either. When first stewed, then put in a pan, putting spice and sugar on it, and baking or roasting, it has the flavor of “candied” sweet po- tatoes. It is also often cut up in small pieces and put in the stove and baked or roasted. After sprinkling sugar over it, the rind has a brown- ish gray color, somet:mes mixed with orange yel- low. Seeds are large, with a polish and hard surface. Price, pkt., 10c ; oz. 25c ; *4 lb. 75c. Sweet or Sugar (New England Pie) Fruit small, round, flattened at the ends, and slightly ribbed ; skin and flesh deep orange yellow ; flesh very thick and of high quality. It is not a large pumpkin, but one of the sweetest and best for pies. It is fine grained, deliciously sweet, and a very good keeper. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; % lb., 30c; lb. 90c. Green Striped Cushaw This is one of the finest pumpkins in existence, a long, crooked neck, terminating in a round or oblong end, enclosing a very small seed cavity ; flesh surrounding seed cav- ity very thick and a rich yellow, tender, and of the best flavor. The neck is absolutely solid, rivaling the finest sweet potatoes for bak- ing and as a pie sort it has no equal. Skin with mottled green and white stripes. Fruit will weigh from 10 to 15 lbs. A splen- did keeper. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; lb., 45c ; lb., $1.35. King of Mammoth The giant among pumpkins ; specimens have been grown to weigh 250 pounds and reaching two feet or more in diameter ; _ fruit round and flattened, slightly ribbed ; skin salmon-orange, flesh bright yellow and very thick. Grown only for stock feeding or as a curiosity. Postpaid, pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb. 45c; lb. $1.35. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 23 RADISH SEED CULTURE — For an early supply sow in a hot-bed in February, care being taken to give abundant ventilation to prevent running to leaves. For open-air culture and succession, sow from middle of March until September at in- tervals of 10 days. Radish do best in a rich loamy soil and must be cultivated often and thoroughly, as it is very important to mature the crop quickly, to retain their crisp, tender quality. Sow y2 inch deep in drills 12 to 18 inches apart and thin out plants to 4 to 6 inches in the row. Can also be sown as a catch-crop between rows of beets, lettuce, onions, etc., or sown in the same drill with slow-growing vegetables like carrots and parsnips. Fert.lize with sheep manure and side dress with Nitrate of Soda. Pull when ready as they be- come pithy when allowed to stay in ground too long. One oz. sows 50 ft. of drill ; 9 to 10 lbs. to an acre. Rapid Red The best and quickest growing round red radish and one of the slowest of this type to shoot to seed. Round bright scarlet and with the smallest possible top. Fine for the home garden or for the market ; also one of the best forcing varieties. This is the biggest seller and most popular radish in this section. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; M lb. 40c; lb. $1.00. Sparkler White Tip A splendid radish popular with private garden- ers as well a9 growers for the market. Practi- cally the whole lower portion is wh te and the upper part is deep scarlet. It is larger, rounder and more showy than similar varieties and for this reason as well as for its many fine qualities, is a big seller on the stands ; also adapted for forcing. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; *4 lb., 40c ; !b., $1.00. French Breakfast The leading oblong or olive shape radish for market use or home garden. The flesh is white, firm, crisp, juicy, tender and mildly pungent. The skin is bright rose scarlet with small white tip. This variety is very early and a rapid grower either under glass or outdoors. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; *4 lb. 40c; lb. $1.00. Cincinnati Market The leading long red radish, and one of the earliest. The roots when matured are 5 to 6 inches long and about one-half of an inch in di- ameter. Being long standing, it is one of the most desirable varieties for outdoor summer p 'anting for the home garden or market. It is also adapted for forcing. On the stand it will outsell any sim lar radish put in competition with it as it is brittle and crisp. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; lb., $1.00. White Icicle The finest long white radish and considered by many the best radish in cultivation. The young radishes are ready for use in 25 days and con- tinue to grow, fully retaining their crisp tender- ness and mild flavor until quite large. These radishes are transparent white, have small tops, allowing close planting and are very crisp and brittle. A feature greatly in its favor is lb. $1.00. Rose China Winter (Scarlet China) The best of the winter sorts. Roots are cylin- drical, or largest near the bottom, stump rooted or blunt at both ends ; skin smooth and bright deep rose color; flesh wh.te, crisp and pungent; the roots grow 4 to 5 inches long and 2 inches thick. Sow in August and September. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; ^4 lb. 40c ; lb. $1.00. SALSIFY OR OYSTER PLANT CULTURE — Sow from March to July in rich, light, deeply-worked soil in rows 18 inches apart and th n out to 4 to 6 inches. Perfectly hardy and can remain out all winter. Fertilize with Sheep Manure or a good commercial fertilizer. Do not use coarse or fresh manure as it makes the roots ill-shaped and uneven. One ounce sows 50 feet of drill; 6 to 8 pounds to an acre. Cover seed Vy inch deep. MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND— The best and most popular variety in cultivation, being far superior in size, weight and productiveness to any other. A strong grower, producing large, thick, tapering, almost white roots with little tendency to branch. One of the most desirable winter vegetables. The roots when cooked are very palatable and nutritious and are served in a var- iety of ways. The flavor is similar to oysters, and Salsify makes most ex- cellent soup. Postpaid, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50. Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify 24 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SPINACH SEED CULTURE — This is a very important crop in our market gardens, and is one of the most easily managed of all vegetables, requiring but little culture, and may be had fit for use the entire sea- son. The main crop is sown in September, Octo- ber and November, but for summer use it may be sown at intervals of 2 or 3 weeks during March and April. The fall sowings should be covered, when in exposed places, only with straw or lit- ter during the winter to prevent freezing. Spin- ach is most tender and sweet when grown in rich soil ; it finds a ready and profitable market. Two ounces sow 100 ft. of drill ; 12 to 15 lbs. per acre in drills 18 to 24 inches apart. Cover seed one inch deep. Bloomsdale or Norfolk Savoy This very early and hardy variety is the popu- lar favorite of the market and home gardener. The plant grows upright, the crumpled leaves are medium in size, and of beautiful dark green color, crisp and tender. In extremely hot weather it has a tendency to go to seed, but for early spring and fall planting it has no superior. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; 2 oz., 15c ; ^4 lb., 20c ; lb., 50c. King of Denmark The best long season spinach, remaining two weeks longer than any other before bolting to seed. Plant vigorous and spreading ; leaves large, rounded, crumpled and blistered ; deep green in color. A good variety to follow Bloomsdale for spring sowing. This new variety is a very valu- able addition to the Spinach family. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 10c ; 2 oz., 15c ; % lb., 20c ; lb., 50c New Zealand Entirely distinct from the true Spinach. Plant tall and spreading with numerous side shoots ; leaves medium green, rather small and pointed ; grows well in hot weather and under adverse conditions. Only the leaves are used for greens which are produced profusely all summer, but are killed at first frost. Sow fairly early in the spring, after soaking the seed in lukewarm water for several hours. Plant 3 or 4 seeds in hills 2 feet apart each way. Postpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; 2 oz., 25c; lb., 35c; lb., $1.00. Spinach SQUASH CULTURE — Squash is a quick growing vege- table and does best in sandy loam. It is strictly a hot weather plant and should not be planted until all danger of cool temperature is past. May and June are the principal squash planting months. After frost is past, plant in a warm, well pulverized, rich soil, 8 or 10 seeds in the hill, about 1 inch deep, the bush varieties 3 to 4 feet apart, the running sorts 8 to 10 feet . When well grown thin out, leaving three of the strongest plants in each hill. Apply Slug Shot or Arsenate of Lead to keep off bugs. Bush sorts, 1 ounce to 25 hills ; 4 to 5 pounds to an acre. Running sorts 1 ounce to 10 hills ; 3 to 4 pounds to an acre. EARLY WHITE BUSH SCALLOP OR WHITE PATTY PAN — A very early summer squash ; fruit flattened and scalloped, about 8 inches in diamet- er, comparatively smooth on the . surface and creamy white in color. Posptpaid, pkt., 5c ; oz., 15c ; % lb., 45c ; lb., $1.35. EARLY YELLOW BUSH SCALLOP OR YEL- LOW PATTY PAN — Quite identical with White Bush, except in color which is deep orange and for this reason preferred by many. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; % lb. 45c ; lb. $1.35. White Bush Scallop and Giant Summer Crookneck GIANT SUMMER CROOKNECK (Bush)— The largest and one of the earliest summer var- ieties, fruit often 2 to 2 y2 feet long, very warty and deep orange in color. Size, appear- ance and fine qualities have contributed to the popularity of this squash. Postpaid pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; ii lb. 45c ; lb., $1.35. HUBBARD, IM- PROVED (Running) — The standard winter squash. Fruits are large, heavy and moderately warted ; shell dark bronze green, showing more or less light green mark- ings towards the blos- som end. Flesh is bright orange-yellow, fine grain- ed, thick and dry. Be- ing handsome in appear- ance, a fine table vege- table and a good keep- er. Hubbard, Improved is a splendid addition to the fall and winter gar- den. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; *4 lb. 46c ; lb. $1.35. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 25 TOMATO SEED CULTURE — For early use, sow in February or March, in a hot-bed or in boxes which should be placed near a window. When the seedlings are about 2 inches high, transplant in 2Yi or 3 inch pots, or in rows 4 to 5 inches apart, keep- ing the temperature at about 60 degrees. Subse- quent transplanting will make the plants stocky and strong. Do not set them in the open ground until all danger from frost is past. Then plant into a warm, sunny location, 3 ft. apart each way, and water freely until they are well estab- lished. One oz. of seed will produce about 1500 plants ; 5 oz. for an acre. Cover seed *4 inch. SPARKS’ EARLIANA— The earliest and best of the very early tomatoes. Fruit of fair size, round, very smooth and solid, and produced in clusters in center of the plant ; color bright scarlet. Very productive for an early sort. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 25c ; % lb. 80c ; lb. $2.75. BONNY BEST — About a week earlier than Chalk’s Jewel ; fruit somewhat smaller but very smooth, solid and uniform, produced in clusters in center of the plant. Color bright red, ripen- ing uniformly and is very productive. A good shipper, desirable color, and excellent tomato for any purpose. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 25c ; Y± lb. 80c ; lb. $2.75. CHALK’S JEWEL — An exceptionally fine early variety, about two weeks later than Earliana. Fruit uniformly smooth, round and solid, color crimson. Very popular in this section on ac- count of its productiveness and fine quality for so early a tomato. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; Yt lb. 80c; lb. $2.75. STONE — For many years Stone has been the standard main crop tomato and is more widely grown today than all other kinds. Nine-tenths of the tomatoes canned in the United States are Stone, and it is the best all-round variety for the home garden, trucker or canner. Stone is always dependable, very vigorous and productive ; fruits round, large, solid, smooth and deep red in color. Postpaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % lb. 80c; lb. $2.75. DWARF STONE — Plants are strong and vigor- ous, of typical dwarf growth. The fruits are of good color, being an attractive bright red, exceed- ingly smooth and very solid. Although maturing rather late it is the best of the dwarf varieties and especially suited to the home garden. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; Yi oz. 30c ; oz. 50c ; % lb. $1.50. LIVINGSTON’S GLOBE — A vigorous produc- tive, medium early tomato, planted extensively by Southern truckers for early shipment to the North. The fruits are of medium and very even size borne freely all over the vines. The globe shaped fruits are a fine purplish-pink ; are very smooth and solid and most attractive. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; Y> oz. 25c ; oz. 40c ; % lb., $1.25. PONDEROSA — An exceptionally large, purple fruited tomato and for home use one of the best; fruits very solid with few seeds and fairly smooth. Excellent for slicing and considered of finest qual- ity, especially by those liking a tomato quite free from acid. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; Y> oz. 30c ; oz. 50c ; % lb., $1.50. BRIMMER— BEEFSTEAK OR TENDERLOIN — This splendid variety has the smooth and fine characteristics of the Stone and the size and fine qualities of the Ponderosa. The Brimmer is practically all meat, being almost seedless. Fruits are bright red in color, free from acid and are very attractive in taste and appearance. Postpaid, pkt., 10c ; % oz. 35c ; oz. 60c ; % lb., .$1.75. GOLDEN QUEEN or YELLOW TROPHY— The handsomest and best of all the yellow toma- toes. Highly esteemed for its delicate flavor and meatiness. Ripens early, is large, smooth and solid. Color, golden yellow. Postpaid, pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c; oz., 40c; % lb., $1.25. TOMATO PLANTS— See page 27. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. TURNIP AND RUTA BAGA SEED CULTURE — Sow as early in the spring as possib e so that the turnips may make their full size before hot weather. Purple Top Milan, Purple Top Strap Leaf and Purple Top White Globe are the best varieties for spring planting. For fall or main crop, sow all the vnr eties 1 sted below except Milan in July and August and Seven Top for salad as late as the last of September. Plant in rows 2 ft. apart, covering % in. deep. When well started, thin out to about 4 inches apart in the row. Cultivate thoroughly and often. The Flea Beetle may be checked by spraying with Black Leaf “40” or Bordeaux Mixture. One oz. for 100 ft. of row; 2 lbs. per acre in rows. TO KEEP FOR WINTER: Store Turnips and Ruta Bagas in a cool cellar and cover with sand, or they may be put into pits outside. Pile the turn.ps or Ruta Bagas on a well-drained sit- uat.on, cover them with a few inches of straw and then sufficient earth to keep out frost. Extra Early Purple Top Milan At least a week earlier than any other turnip. Have small tops so that the rows can be planted close together. The roots are of medium size and flat, the flesh ivory white and the skin smooth, uneoualed for table use. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; *4 lb. 30c ; lb. 90c. Purple Top Strap Leaf The most widely cultivated and best known var- iety : a very early, productive sort. Roots are flat, med'um sized, purple or dark red above ground, wh te HpIow. fle-ffi whit® fonder and fine grained. Roots are in best condition for table use when about two and one-half inches in diameter but can be grown much larger for stock feeding. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; ^4 lb. 25c ; lb. 70c. Purple Top White Globe. SALAD TURNIP Purple Top White Globe Almost a perfect globe in shape ; flesh and skin white, colored purple or red above ground, very fine grained and sweet ; a superior variety in ev- ery way. This sort keeps well and is one of the best for market use. The roots when in best condition for table use are about two and one- half inches in diameter, but can be grown much larger for stock feeding. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; % lb. 25c ; lb. 70c. White Egg An early, oval or egg-shaped turnip, roots of medium size and smooth. Flesh firm and fine grained of snowy whiteness and very sweet. Particularly desirable for table use and can be sown as late as August. Can be planted in the spring as well as fall. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; V4 lb. 25c ; lb. 70c. Amber Globe ^r-uoes not produce a good root but is a very hardy variety grown exclusively lor the tops, wh ch are used for greens. The most popular turnip in this section, grown for spring and winter salad. Sow early in the spring and as late as the last of September using 3 lbs. to the acre broadcast. Posptaid, pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; V4 lb. 25c; lb. 70c. RUTA BAGA The uses and value of the Ruta Bmra are much the same as those of the Turnip. The Ruta Bagas as a class have firmer flesh than Turnips but require a longer season for maturing and usually are more esteemed for winter use. while Turnips are better adapted for the early market. Under most conditions of growth Ruta Baga roots are not so smooth on the surface nor as symmetrical in shape as Turnips but yield heavily, are super- ior keepers and are more highly prized for stock feeding. ^F^URE — Sow in July, or early in August, m dri Is ; thin out and keep clear of weeds. See under head of turnip culture directions for plant- ing. The best of the yellow-fleshed sorts. Roots globular and of large size ; skin is clear yellow which is tinged green : flesh is light yellow fine grained and sweet. This variety keeps well and is a good cropper. A good table turnip when vnung and very valuable for stock feeding when full grown. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; V4 lb. 25c ; lb. 70c. IMPROVED AMERICAN PURPLE TOP (Long Island) A hardy, productive variety with a small neck , roots are large, oblong or globular in form with a very small tap root: color brght yellow w'th a purple top ; flesh very solid, tender and sweet. This is the standard all purpose Rutabaga for this section, suitable both for table use and stock feeding. Posptaid. pkt. 5c; oz. luc ; y4 lb. ?5c ; lb. 70c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 27 HERB AND TOBACCO SEED CULTURE — The cultivation of herbs is very simple and but little care is needed beyond keeping down the weeds. Sow in early spring in drills 12 to 15 inches hpart, and thin out young plants when they 6tand too thickly. Fence corners and spare places around the house and garden can be utilized for growing herbs. Gather when just coming into bloom, tie in small bunches and dry in the shade. The nicest way to keep herbs is to put them up in good sized bags made of cheese cloth. DILL — A perennial, but treated as an an- nual in this latitude. One of the most widely grown of all herbs. The seed is sown early in the spring in a warm sandy soil. The seeds are used in soups, sauces and stews but the p'ants are grown most- ly for pickling cucumbers, making the so- called dill pickles. Also used for making dill water, which is an old fashioned remedy for relieving colic in children. Postpaid, pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c ; ^4 lb., 30c ; lb. ,$1.00. LAVENDER — A perennial mostly grown for the Bweet scented flowers which, when dried, are placed in the linen closet to impart their delicate perfume to the linen. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % oz. 30c ; oz. 50c. SAGE — A perennial and the most extensively used and most valuable of all herbs for seasoning. For the dressing in roasted fowls and for sausage, etc., sage is almost a necessity. If you grow no other herbs be sure to have some sage in a- corner of your garden. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % oz. 30c ; oz. 50c. TOBACCO SEED One oz. will sow a bed of 60 sq. yards. The seed should be sown as early as possible after danger of frost is over. When the plants are about 6 inches high, transplant into rows 4 or 6 ft. apart each way. From a packet to an ounce will sup- ply most anyone. Use a good commercial fer- tilizer with a h gh percentage of Potash. WHITE BURLEY — The best filler tobacco known, on account of its absorbing qualities. Has a long, wide leaf, very porous, makes bright reds ; fine for plug fillers and wrappers. Best adapted to limestone soils. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; oz. 50c : *4 lb., $1.50. SWEET OR LITTLE ORONOKO— Makes the finest fillers and the best natural chewing leaf. Cures a rich red ; long and narrow leaf ; tough and waxy. Best adapted to rich and gray soils. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; ; oz. 50c ; *4 lb. $1.50. HARDY VEGETABLE PLANTS AND ROOTS No plants or roots sent C. O. D. Prices subject to change without notice and goods being unsold. Cabbage Plants (Frost Proof) Postpaid Prices. 100 to 400 plants _$ .50 per 100 500 plants 1.60 per 500 1000 or more plants- 3.00 per 1000 Cauliflower (Double Rooted) SNOWBALL — Ready about March first for spring planting. September and October for fall planting. Postpaid, doz. 40c; 50 for $1.50, 100 for $2.75. Celery (Double Rooted) WHITE PLUME, GOLDEN SELF BLANCH- ING, GIANT PASCAL and WINTER QUEEN PLANTS — Not ready until after June 15th. Postpaid, doz. 40c; 50 for $1.50; 100 for $2.75. Egg Plant (Double Rooted) BLACK BEAUTY — Ready May, June and July. Postpaid, doz. 40c ; 50 for $1.50 ; 100 for $2.75. Peppers (Double Rooted) RUBY KING, CHINESE GIANT, BELL or BULL NOSE. PIMENTO (SWEET PEPPERS) and LONG RED CAYENNE (HOT PEPPER)— Ready May and June. Postpaid, doz. 45c ; 50 for $1.75 ; 100 for $3.25. Sweet Potatoes SOUTHERN QUEEN, TEXAS WHITE, NANCY HALL AND PORTO RICO— Ready May and June. Ask for prices. Tomatoes (Double Rooted) Please refer to Page 25 for varieties handled. In ordering please state your first, second and th'rd choice as we are frequently sold out and unable to secure particular varieties. Ready April, May, June and July. Postpaid, doz. 40c ; 50 for $1.50 ; 100 for $2.75. Prices are for even quantities of one variety. Asparagus Roots MARY WASHINGTON (2-year size). Postpaid, 50 for $1.50 ; 100 for $2.25 ; 500 for $8.50. Not prepaid, 50 for $1.25 ; 100 for $2.00 ; 500 for $8.00. Horse Radish Roots Ready about February 15. Postpaid, 25 for 50c ; 50 for 85c ; 100 for $1.50. Rhubarb Roots Do best in a moist or shady place ; set out early in the spring or fall in deep, well worked soil, 4 ft. apart each way. Mix freely with manure or coarse litter. A barrel placed over the plants gives ideal protection from the sun and produce* longer and more tender stalks. The best stems are produced the second year, but it continue* to produce for several years. Apply plenty of man- ure ; sheep manure is a splendid fertilizer. Ready about February 15. Postpaid, 20c each; 3 for 50c; doz. $1.75 28 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. DAHLIA AND OTHER BULBS Dahlias require plenty of room and thorough cultivation. Plant bulbs 4 inches deep, mixing 1 lb. of bone meal or 2 shovels of well rotted stable manure to each bulb. Water regularly at least once a week in dry weather. Plant after danger of frost is past and as late as the first of June. Cactus Dahlias KALIF — A very large pure scarlet red. A strong plant, producing the giant flowers freely on long stiff stems. This is undoubtedly the most popular red Cactus Dahlia today and one that gives universal satisfaction. Postpaid, 75c each ; 3 for $2.00. PIERROT — A wonderful Dahlia of immense size, both a fine exhibition flower and garden variety. A unique and striking color of unusual grace. Long narrow tubular petals of a deep amber color, usually showing white tips, but even when it comes all amber it is unusually beau- tiful and most attractive. Postpaid, 75c each ; 3 for $2.00. YELLOW KING — One of the largest Cactus Dahlias and one of the finest new varieties. The immense light yellow flowers tinting to cream at the tips are borne on long, stiff but slender stems. Strong, vigorous grower, and a free and early bloomer. Postpaid, 50c each ; 3 for $1.35. MARJORIE CASTLETON — The best standard pink Cactus Dahlia. It is much softer than most of the pinks, and is an early, continuous bloomer. The color is soft rosy pink, tinting lighter toward the centre. It is a very rapid grower, with good stems and keeps well after cutting. Postpaid 35c each ; 3 for 85c. Decorative Dahlias MINA BURGLE — Considered the best red decorative dah- lia, being a rich cardinal red. The plant is a strong, vigorous grower, producing flowers freely on long stiff stems. Postpaid, 50c each ; 3 for $1.25. YELLOW COLOSSE — Clear canary yellow of fine form and produced freely on long stems. The plant is a strong, vigorous grower with luxurious lace like foliage. Postpaid, 60c each ; 3 for $1.25. MINNIE McCULLOUGH— One of the best decorative varieties and one that everyone should grow. It is entirely distinct and in a class by itself on account of the combina- tion of autumn shades it shows — the gold and red of autumn leaves. Postpaid, 35c each ; 3 for 85c. Show or Ball Dahlias A. D. LIVONI — Well formed flowers with long stems. One of the freest blooming dahlias in cultivation. Color a clear cerise pink, quilled petals. A great favorite. Postpaid, 50c each ; 3 for $1.25. TANSBORO — A crimson shaded maroon, white suffused crimson at base of petals. A charming variety and very effective, early and profuse. Postpaid, 40c each; 3 for $1.00. WHITE SWAN — The standard commercial white Ball Dah’ia; a strong grower and free bloomer. Pure white flower and good kepeer in water when cut. Postpaid, 35c each ; 3 for 85c. Ball or Show Dahlia Caladium Esculentum (Elephant’s Ear) YELLOW DUKE— Giant Show, rather large, uniformly perfect rich canary or primrose yel- low flowers ; profuse bloomer ; strong grower. Postpaid, 35c each ; 3 for 85c. Tuberose Bulbs This is one of the most fragrant flowers in cultivation and has a wide range of uses. It Will make a good pot plant, can be bedded for cut flowers, or will make an ideal border plant. One of the most effective plants in cultivation for beds, borders, or for planting out upon the lawn ; they are used extensively in public parks where their decorative value is greatly appre- ciated. To obtain the best results should be planted where they will obtain plenty of water and an abundance of rich compost. When full size they stand six to ten feet high, and bear im- mense light green leaves, three to four feet long by two and one half wide. Plant when ground becomes warm, covering 3 inches deep. First Size Bulbs — 9 to 11 inches in circumfer- ence. Postpaid, 25c each ; 3 for 65c ; doz. $2.25. They are easy to grow and very popular with both florists and home gardeners. Plant out- Hardy Chrysanthemums doors in spring when ground is warm. DOUBLE DWARF EXCELSIOR PEARL— This is the most popular variety. The flower spikes are about three feet tall and fully covered with These are universally popular for outdoor bed- ding in the spring. They produce a lavish pro- fusion of blooms. They are quite hardy if plant- ed in a well-drained position, and, require only a slight covering of leaves or litter during the winter. fragrant double blossoms. Postpaid, 3 for 15c ; doz. 50c. Pink, White, Red, Yellow. Postpaid, 25c each ; 3 for 60c ; $2.15 per doz. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 29 SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS AND ROOTS Gladioli Attractive and easily grown summer bloomers, giving gorgeous effects in mixed beds, massed in large clumps, and when planted in clusters among shrubs. For a succession, plant at in- tervals from April till June. Plant 6 inches apart and 4 inches deep. AMERICA — A beautiful clear flesh pink. The flowers are of largest size closely set together and are borne on strong spikes 2 to 3 ft long. Ex- tensively grown Gladioli for cut flowers. Postpaid, 3 for 25c ; doz. 75c. CHICAGO WHITE — The very best early white with lavender markings in the throat ; early blooming and one of the leading varieties for cut flowers. Postpaid, 3 for 25c ; doz. 75c. MRS. FRANCIS KING— A rich salmon-red spotted with carmine. Flowers are carried on long, artistic spikes. A splendid cut flower and excellent keeper. Postpaid, 3 for 25c ; doz. 85c. MRS. FRANK PENDLETON — The flowers are of largest size, borne on strong straight spikes. In color a lovely salmon-pink with brilliant deep red blotches in the throat. A color combination rivaling many of the finest Orchids in its rich- ness. Postpaid, 3 for 30c ; doz. $1.00. SCHWABEN — A most meritorious variety of wonderful vigor, with strong erect spikes and large well expanded flowers of a clear canary yellow with a small blotch of deep garnet in the throat. Postpaid, 3 for 30c ; doz. $1.00. HARADA — Lavender, glistening and clear with deeper markings in throat. Blooms immense size on tall straight spikes, massive and attrac- tive. Postpaid, 3 for 35c ; dozen $1.25. ARIZONA — Light rose tips shading to deep rose in the throat. Early blooming with broad spike, two closely set rows of flowers. Postpaid, 3 for 35c ; dozen $1.25. MRS. DR. NORTON — Color is delicate pink, shading to rose at tips of pointed petals, yellow throat. Outside of flower rose, a blend of won- derful tints, borne on long spikes. Postpaid, 3 for 35c ; dozen $1.25. GLADIOLI IN MIXTURE— Composed of high grade varieties and embracing a wide range of colors. Postpaid, 3 for 20c ; doz. 65c ; 100 for $4.00. Peonies Their requirements are very simple — a good, rich deep soil, and an open, sunny position ; and a liberal supply of water during their growing season being sufficient to give an abundance and wealth of flowers, which rival the finest Roses in coloring and fragrance, and produce during their flowering season gorgeous effect not equalled by any other flower. The roots should be placed so that the crowns are covered with 2 inches of soil. Plant in spring as soon as frost is out of the ground. Fertilize with Sheep Ma- nure and Bone Meal. We have large clumps in the following colors : red, pink, and white, of double Peonies. Postpaid, each, 60c ; 3 for $1.50. Lily of The Valley The Lily of the Valley is one of the best known and appreciated of all flowers. After once being planted in a suitable place they will produce their graceful and sweet scented blooms every spring for an indefinite time. They do best in a shady, moist place and should be fertilized well with pulverized Sheep Manure. The roots can also be taken up and planted in pots for indoor blooming. Postpaid, doz. $1.00 ; 50 for $4.00 ; 100 for $7.50. Selected Cannas One of the best of all summering flower plants both for flowers and foliage for use in borders or beds. The flower spikes are of enormous size and most brilliant colors which continue to bloom from early summer until cut by frost. Plant in April and May when frost is out of the ground, deeply about I-V2 feet apart and fertilize with Sheep Manure. AMBASSADOR — The growth of this canna is very vigorous and massive, growing about 4 feet tall. The brilliant rich cherry-red flowers are of immense size, the foliage and stalks are bronze. Postpaid, each 20c ; 3 for 50c ; doz. $1.50. CANDELABRA — a glorious canna, height 4 feet. Three to five branches on each stalk at one time is the average, and every single branch is ablaze with torch like flame of orange scarlet bloom. The foliage is green. Postpaid, each 20c ; 3 for 50c ; doz. $1.50. VENUS — One of the most delicately varie- gated colored varieties. Flowers of medium size cf a soft rosy-pink, with a mottled border of creamy-yellow. It is vigorous growing and from 3 to 4 feet high with bright green foliage. Postpaid, each, 15c ; 3 for 40c ; doz. $1.25. GLADIATOR — A very popular variety with all Canna lovers. It is a sturdy robust grower, 4*4 feet tall. The flowers are of immense size and showy color. The blooms are rich yellow, at- tractively marked with bright crimson. The fo- liage is green. Postpaid, each, 15c ; 3 for 40c ; doz. $1.25. STATUE OF LIBERTY — A very tall growing canna, height about 7 feet. The orchid type, blazing, flame-red flowers are immense. The foliage is of a rich, luxuriant bronzy shade. The leaves are larger than any other canna. Postpaid, each 15c ; 3 for 40c ; doz. $1.25. WINTZER’S COLOSSAL — Without doubt the largest flowered canna yet produced, height 5 feet. The flowers are vivid scarlet, of the orchid type, measuring sometimes eight inches across. The foliage is green. Postpaid, each 15c; 3 for 40c; doz. $1.25. KING HUMBERT — This enormous flowering Canna is of a bright orange scarlet with bright red markings. It grows from 4 to 5 feet tall and has very large leaves, which are of a rich cop- pery bronze. This is a robust grower, succeed- ing almost anywhere and is the most popular of all bronze leaf Cannas. Postpaid, each, 15c ; 3 for 40c ; doz. $1.25. 30 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FLOWER SEED GENERAL CULTURAL DIRECTIONS FOR FLOWER SEEDS — Most flower seeds germinate hi a rather light sandy loam, exposed to the Btm, while a few are benefitted by partial shade. Nearly all hardy seeds vegetate better when planted in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked easily and has become warm. A general rule for the seed-bed is to have the soil rich, level, and worked finely. Sow the seed evenly in the rows, cover with the finest of soil, about three times the diameter of the seed, and press the soil firmly over the seed. The soil should never become dry after the seeds have swelled ; for if it does, they will be pretty sure to fail. After the seeds are up, care must be taken to give them plenty of air and moisture, and yet not too much water, or they will "damp-off” (rot at the top of the ground). When transplanted to the bed or border, water frequently. Flower seeds are sent postpaid at prices quoted. PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE— Is the best fertilizer to use outdoors. STIM-U-PLANT — An odorless plant food having a high percentage of nitrogen and phosphoric acid, is best adapted for use in doors. Alyssum (Sweet Alyssum) A free-flowering annual of quick, low growing habit producing white flowers which begin to bloom early in the spring, continuing throughout the season. Sweet Alyssum is an excellent border plant, as it is of close, compact habit and uniform in height. It is also desirable for hanging baskets or vases, trailing over the •ides and producing a profusion of fragrant blooms. It does well in almost any kind of soil and is used extensively in rock gardens or for pot culture. Prefers a sunny location and a soil which has good drainage. Sow the seed thinly early in the spring in shal- low drills where the plants are to stand, covering thinly with fine soil. Thin the young plants to stand 4 inches apart. Height 4 to 8 inches. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c; oz. 40c. Amaranthus LOVE LIES BLEEDING — Brilliant foliaged annuals growing 3 to 5 feet high, bearing long, drooping crimson flower spikes. Useful in bord- ers of tall plants or for the center of. large beds. They thrive best in a hot sunny location, not too rich soil and should be given sufficient room to develop their full beauty. Sow seed one eighth inch deep in open ground after all danger of cold is past or start indoors to set out later. Transplant to stand 2 to 3 feet apart. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c; % oz. 50c. Ageratum (Floss Flower) One of the best bedding hardy annuals produc- ing a sheet of b'oora from early summer till frost, Unlike many bedding plants, their flowers are not liable to be spoiled by rain, nor does the color fade out. Easily raised from seed, which is usually started in a hotbed or window box and transplanted to the open ground in May. Can also be sown outdoors in May. Barely cover the seed and thin to stand about 12 inches apart. Can be grown as pot plants for fall and winter blooming. MEXICANUM, BLUE — A fine branching vai> iety, growing two feet tall, covered all summer and fall with clusters of azure blue flowers. 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; ^4 oz. 40c ; % oz. 60c. Asters Are one of the most popular hardy annuals valuable alike for garden decoration or cutting. In early spring sow in cold frames or in pois and boxes in the house, covering the seed with about *4 inch of good soil. When the plants are strong enough, transplant about 12 inches apart in deeply dug, well prepared beds in sunny loca- tions. Can be sown in the open ground in May. QUEEN OF THE MARKET— Very valuable for bedding and cutting, as they grow about 15 in- ches tall and they are the first asters to bloom. Measuring 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Mixed colors. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; % oz. 45c. GIANT CREGO — This mid-season variety is one of the prettiest types. The flowers are of immense size, measuring 4 to 5 inches in diamet- er. They are fully double and the long graceful petals are most attractively curled and twisted, the flowers resembling Chrysanthemums. They are fine for cutting as they are borne on long strong stems, the plants growing from 2 to 2*4 feet tall. Mixed colors, Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; *4 oz. 45c. AMERICAN LATE BRANCHING— This variety blooms profusely during the late fall months, following the Crego Asters. The flowers are of enormous size and are exceptionally fine for cutting on account of the long stems. They grow from 2 to 3 feet tall. We offer the following colors: Pink, White, Lavender, also Mixed Colors. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c; *4 oz. 55c. AMERICAN BEAUTY ASTERS— These plants make a rounded bush 2% to 3 feet tall, bearing immense flowers which measure 4 to 6 inches in diameter. These wonderful blooms are borne on strong stems, much longer and heavier than the earlier varieties. They start blooming after many other Asters have practically finished and will stand a great deal of heavy frost. Mixed colors, pkt. 10c; % oz. 40c; ^4 oz. 70c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 31 SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Baby’s Breath Gypsophila Paniculata A new double type of Gypsophila. A hardy perennial but will bloom the first year from early sown seed. The small double white flowers are borne most profusely. Attractive in the garden and very desirable for cutting. May be bunched with other flowers adding grace and lightness to any boquet. Height two to three feet. Sow the seed early where the plants are to bloom. Pkt. 10c ; 1-16 oz. 50c ; % oz. 85c. Bachelor’s Button or Double Cornflower This variety of Centaurea is of the easiest cul- ture and thrives well in any ordinary garden soil. They do best if sown as early in the spring as the ground can be worked into a fine loose con- dition. In a sunny and airy location they will bloom from June until frost. The plants grow 15 to 24 inches tall and make a fine show in the garden, besides producing excellent cut flowers. Cover seed about % inch deep, thin to 3 or 4 inches apart. Flowers should be kept picked so as to prevent plants exhausting themselves by seeding. It is a hardy annual and reseeds itself, the self sown seedlings appearing year after year. DOUBLE BLUE— Pkt. 10c; % oz. 20c. Balsam One of the oldest and best known summer blooming annuals of easy culture. Desirable for garden or pot culture. Balsams need rich soil, hot sun, and plenty of water. Sow the seed half an inch deep in window boxes or hot beds early, or in the open ground in May, and transplant when two or three inches in height. Thin Lo stand 18 inches apart. The plants form symmetric, well branched, erect bushes, the branches being almost covered with the magnif- icent double flowers. Height 2 feet. Stimulate by weekly applications of liquid sheep manure. The del' cate flowers of waxy texture are borne along the stems among the leaves. MIXED DEFIANCE— A well balanced mixture of all the best colors. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c; % oz. 65c. Begonias Few plants which can be grown so readily from seed will afford such a profusion and brilliancy of flowers as these tender perennials. Start the seed indoors any time during February, March, or April, and transplant to the open ground the middle of May. The seed is very fine and should be pressed into the ground without covering. BURPEE’S SPECIAL MIXTURE—' This mix- ture is the finest that can he had anywhere. Pkt. 10c : 1-64 oz. 50c ; 1-32 oz. 95c. Calendula — Pot Marigold A well-known, old-fashioned annual that has long been ;n favor ; useful for borders and beds ; and are now largely used by florists for cut flowers. They are of easy culture, succeeding in almost any soil and are in bloom from early summer till frost. P’ants are one and one-half to two feet high. For the best results plant seed early indoors and transplant to place when dang- er from Irost is past. Satisfactory results may also be obtained from sow ngs made out of doors after ground is warm and dry. Plants should l_>e thinn»*d to twelve 'nches apart in the row. DOUBLE MIXED— A complete mixture of all colors with orange predominating. Pkt. 10c ; Vi oz. 20c ; oz. 35c. Aster Calliopsis A showy and beautiful free-flowering annual, of the easiest culture, doing well in any sunny posi- tion, blooming all summer, and excellent for cutting and massing. It is best to sow them where they are to bloom, thinning out to stand 8 inches to 12 inches apart. By keeping the old flowers cut off the flowering season can be lengthened until frost. Can be sown up to July 1st. TALL MIXTURE — Contains a great number of large and small flowering varieties. Pkt. 10c ; oz. 25c ; Vi oz. 45c. Candytuft A hardy dwarf annual of easiest culture ; free- blooming. showy, and useful for beds, borders and edgings. Excellent for cut flowers. Height one foot. Sow seeds where plants are to bloom in rows 8 in. apart, thinning out to afford plenty of room, as they branch freely. UMBELLATA MIXED— Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c. Canna Seed — Indian Shot Very showy plants, having large tropical fo'iage surmounted by handsome spikes of bloom* in many glowing colors. Fine plants can easily be raised from seed started in pots indoors during March and set in the open during May. Soak seeds in lukewarm water until they show evi- dence of swelling. Cover with Vi in. fine soil. Keep soil moist. The roots must be lifted in th 'aM nd stored in dry so l in a cool hut frost- proof place IMPROVED LARGE FLOWERING. MIXED— Seed saved from the newest and best var eties. which wi’l produce strong sturdv plants with large flowers. Pkt. 10c: V> oz. 25c; oz. 45e. CANNA ROOTS are listed on page 29. Carnation These very popular favor tes are valuable for culture in the open ground in summer and for pot culture in winter. Seed® of the Marguerite type sown in the spring, will, by August, produce plants that will be full of h'oom unt 1 frost takes them ; or they may be cut back, potted, and carried over winter in a cool room. Especially des rable for bedding and for cutting. Seed may be sown outdoors early in spring, using well pul- verized soil, preferab'y sandy loam. Make rows one foot apart and cover seed with one-fourth inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. When two inches high, thin to twelve inches. MARGUERITE — Fine mixed colors; pkt. 10c; y8 oz. 30c ; V4 oz. 50c. 32 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Chrysanthemums These are altogether different from the large flowered Chrysanthemums grown by florists. They are hardy annuals from Northern Africa. The foliage is a rich dark green, finely cut and quite ornamental. The plants grow 12 to 18 inches high, and produce Daisy-like flowers of many bright colorings. Sow seed thinly in shallow drills early in the spring. Thin out to 6 inches apart. A free flowering border plant valuable for cutting. They bloom profusely from July until October. CORONARIUM, DOUBLE MIXED— Compact bushy growth, about 18 inches in height. The flowers are quite double, and range from white to orange. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; x/2 oz. 40c. Cockscomb Free-blooming annuals, growing best in rather light soil, not too rich ; make grand border plants and are attractive for pots. Seed can be sown under cover in early spring and planted out in May, or may be sown out of doors in May. Thin to stand three feet apart. Plenty of mois- ture is important. Grows 15 to 18 inches tall and is valuable as a cut flower. DWARF, MIXED — This is a well-composed mixture belonging to the dwarf type. It con- tains bright shades of pink, yellow, scarlet, and crimson, with light and dark foliage. Excellent for bedding or cutting. Pkt. 10c ; y8 oz. 45c. Coleus Magnificent ornamental foliage plants for house or garden culture. The leaves are of many shapes, and the shades and colors are of remark- able beauty. Sow in shallow pots in rich light soil. Cover the seed lightly with earth and keep the plants in an even moist temperature. Trans- plant to the open ground in bed or border as soon as danger of frost is over. For house plants seed may be sown indoors in fall. Tender peren- nial plants about one to two feet high. LARGE LEAVED MIXED — This fine mixture of Coleus contains a wonderful assortment of different types and different colors. The plants are all of tall strong growing habit, and the leaves are exceptionally bright in color. Pkt. 10c; 1-32 oz. 45c. Columbine or Aquilegia Charming hardy plants, bearing in countless numbers through May and June exquisite clear, blue, white, rose, yellow, purple and striped blossoms. For planting in permanent borders or edges of shrubbery this old-fashioned favorite is one of the best. They thrive well with ordinary garden culture, but do best in partially shaded nooks. Few hardy perennials are so easily grown from seed. Will bloom first season if sown very early. Sow the seed which is of rather slow ger- mination, in open ground early in spring in any rich, well drained garden soil. In permanent bed plants should have at least one foot each way. Keep clear of weeds and give each year a dress- ing of well rotted manure or sheep fertilizer. Seed may also be sown outdoors in fall. Hardy herbaceous perennials ; two to three feet high. LONG SPURRED HYBRIDS — Pkt. 10c; % oz., 60c. Coreopsis or Perennial Calliopsis This is one of the finest of hardy plants, with large, showy bright yellow flowers, produced in the greatest abundance from June till frost. As a cut flower they stand near the head among hardy plants, having long stems and lasting in good condition a week or more. Easily grown from seed, flowering the first year if sown early. Sow outdoors early in spring where plants are wanted to bloom, covering seed one-half inch deep ; thin to two feet apart. For earlier bloom sow indoors and transplant. Height two feet. GRANDIFLORA — Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c; % oz. 45c. Bachelor’s Button or Cornflower Cosmos Beautiful autumn-blooming, hardy and rapid- growing annuals. They produce beautiful flowers in pure white, pink and crimson shades, furnish- ing an abundance of cut blooms for autumn dec- oration when other flowers are scarce. Sow outdoors early in spring in rather light soil, not too rich, and preferably in a sunny situ- ation. Cover the seed with one-fourth to one-half inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. If planted in rows, make the rows about two feet apart and when the young plants are well up, thin from four to six inches apart in the row. EARLY-FLOWERING MIXED— This new strain of early-flowering Cosmos is very valuable for Cooler sections as it will be in full bloom two weeks before the late-flowering varieties open up. The flowers are of enormous size, measuring 3 inches or more in diameter. The plants grow 5 to 6 feet high and are covered with magnificent flowers during the fall until frost. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c; % oz., 45c. Canterbury Bel! Handsome, easily grown herbaceous plants of stately branching habit and profuse bloom for beds and back grounds. They produce bell- shaped or saucer-shaped flowers of rich color. Usually grown as a hardy biennial, but if seed is sown very early indoors, it may be treated as a tender annual. Sow seed outdoors early in spring, in rows about two feet apart. Cover lightly with fine soil, firmly pressed down. Thin to 18 inches apart. Protect in cold weather. Height 2 y2 feet. Mixed— A mixture of blue, rose and white. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 40c. Dahlia Seed Dahlias can easily be grown from seed. If seed is planted early indoors and transplanted after danger of frost is past, many plants will bloom the first year. They produce their flowers in great abundance from August until frost. These half hardy perennials form roots which should be dug in the fall, allowed to dry and then stored in a frost proof place. LARGE FLOWERED DOUBLE— A wonderful assortment of find colors. Blooms all, very large and double. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 50c. CACTUS-FLOWERED MIXED— A well known and very popular type. Flowers are double of large size and many colors. Pkt. 15c, y8 oz. 75c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 33 SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Daisies Daises are very popular for borders and for filling in open spaces in the flower bed. The plants thrive in a fairly rich soil when they get plenty of sunshine. As soon as the ground is warm sow the seed thinly and barely cover from view. Thin to stand 6 inches apart. SWAN RIVER DAISY— (Brachycome) Free flowering, dwarf growing annuals ; covered the greater part of the summer with a profusion of bright blue flowers ; excellent for borders and pot culture. Height 6 to 9 inches. Pkt. 10c ; y& oz. 25c ; y. oz. 45c. ENGLISH DAISY OR BELLIS — A favorite perennial plant, but to get the best results it should be sown each year, usually sown in the spring but August is the best time for sowing. Grows 6 in. tall. White and various shades of rose and red mixed in double flowers. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 45c ; y oz. 60c. SHASTA DAISY — Splendid perennial plants with large single white flowers with yellow cent- ers. The plants produce an abundance of bloom, borne on long stems and excellent for cutting. To get best results, sow seed in boxes indoors and set plants out after they have made some growth. Height 2 feet. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 30c ; y oz. 45c. Delphinium (Hardy Perennial Larkspur) One of the most exquisite flowers. Very effec- tive planted in beds or masses or in borders. If picked freely and not allowed to go to seed, they will continue blooming all summer. Sow the seeds in early spring indoors or in hotbeds in shallow boxes. When the seedlings are about three-quarters of an inch high, transplant to flats three or four inches apart each way, transferring them to the open ground when the weather is suitable 1% to 2 feet apart each way. Can be sown outdoors from May until the forepart of August. Height three feet. CHOICE MIXED — Beautiful long spikes, ran- ging from almost white through the various shades of blue to rich royal purple. Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 25c; % oz. 40c. Dianthus or Pinks Few flowers can equal these annuals in beauty and profusion of blooms. They are easily grown and do well in almost any kind of soil and loca- tion. They make their finest display in a fairly heavy and fertile soil, developing into handsome plants which are simply covered with blooms all during late summer and fall. Height, 12 inches. Sow the seed the middle of April in the open. Cover the seed with y inch of fine soil. DOUBLE CHINA (Pinks) — Handsome clusters of small double flowers of all colors, mostly edged with white. A strong-growing variety, unexcelled for borders, beds, or for cutting. Planted in spring, they bloom profusely during late summer and fall. Pkt., 10c ; % oz., 20c ; y oz., 35c. Dusty Miller This popular annual is a foliage variety of Centaurea, growing about 12 inches tall and hav- ing finely cut silvery gray foliage and of graceful drooping habit of growth. Fine for bedding, vases, hanging baskets and pots ; also extensively used for margins. As an edging to a bed of dark- leaved Cannas or Scarlet Sage these are particu- larly effective. Sow the seed early indoors, and transplant in May or sow outdoors when ground is warm. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 35c ; y oz. 60c. Feverfew An old garden favorite with dark green finely cut foliage, throwing up clusters of pure white double flowers. A hardy annual 12 to 15 inches high. Sow the seed outdoors the latter part of April. They do best in a sunny location and are attractive either in beds, borders or as cut flowers. Cover with % inch fine soil, thin to stand one foot apart. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 35c. Forget-Me-Not This is a favorite old-fashioned flower, bearing in profusion, especially in fall and spring, clus- ters of dainty blue five-petalled blossoms. It throes weil in the shade or open border but flour- ishes best in a moist, shady situation* For bloom the first year sow indoors in Feb- ruary or March, and transplant as soon as the ground is warm enough, or sow outdoors as early as possible, covering seed one-half inch deep ; thin to six inches apart. Seed may also be sown in tall. Hardy perennial but usually does better if given some protection during winter ALPESTIHS BLUE -Dwarf,, 'free-flowering bushes. Excellent for borders or beds. Light blue flowers standing out sharply from the rich green foliage. Pkt., 10c; y8 oz., 20c; % oz., 35c Four-O’clock or Marvel-of-Peru Large and beautiful, old-fashioned plants of erect bushy habit, about 2 ft. high, which pro- duce m profusion a succession of brilliantly col- ored tube-shaped flowers, that open about four oclock in the afternoon, remaining open all night and usually are closed before noon the next day. The flowers are red, white, yellow, or are striped and blotched in shades of these colors. A hardy annual. Very desirable for borders, along a wire fence, or as the background of a flower garden, blooming during the late summer and autumn. Sow seed in spring in open ground after danger of frost is over, covering one-half inch deep. For best development allow two or three feet apart each way. They thrive in a loose loamy soil and need plenty of water during growing season. TALL MIXED — A fine mixture of many bright colors. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; 4 oz. 55c. Foxglove or Digitalis Beautiful tall spikes of white, pink, rose, and mottled flowers. Grows 3 to 4 feet high. It is a stately plant and useful for planting in the mixed border. Seed may be sown outdoors after danger from frost is over, but for best results start in boxes and transplant. The seed is very small and should be covered lightly and kept moist until plants are well established, when they should be transplanted to two feet apart. May be sown outdoors in fall. Hardy biennial or perennial, usually blooming the second season. FINE MIXED— Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 25c; % oz. 40c. 34 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Gaillardia or Blanket Flower Remarkable for the profusion, size and bril- liancy of their flowers. They grow about 1^ feet tall and continue in bloom from early summer till November. Excellent for beds, borders or for cutting. They thr ve in almost any soil, require little or no protection and take care of them- selves. Sow seed out doors early in spring ; cover one-fourth inch deep. Make rows eighteen inches apart and thin eight to ten inches apart in the row ; or a longer season of bloom may be se- cured by plant ng in frames and transplanting. DOUBLE MIXED — A hardy annual but with root protection may be treated as a perennial. The heads are of rounded form, composed of many individual florets. These are variously and gayly colored in shades of yellow, orange, brown, bronze and deep maroon. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c; % oz. 40c. Hollyhock One of the finest tall flower- ing hardy perennial border plants. The foliage is an un- usually attractive shade of green from which grow bold sp.kes of peony like blooms in equisite Bhades and colorings. Sow *<**d V2 inch deep, any time from early spring until early August in open ground and in the autumn transplant to perma- nent pos:tion two to three feet apart. The following summer they will bloom. The double varieties are hardy perennials ; about 6 feet high. DOUBLE MIXED— A selec- tion of the best colors that will help to set oflf any garden. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % oz. 30c. Larkspur Quick growing and free-flow- ering annuals which produce Btiffly erect sp'kes of beautiful flowers in great profusion. They are strictly annuals, being dis- tinct from the Delphinium or Hardy Larkspurs in this re- spect. Sow seed *4 inch deep as ear'y in the spring as pos- sible where they are to bloom. When the young plants are well started, thin out or transplant to stand 6 to 12 inches apart. Very showy and easily cultivated. The plants do best in cool and moist ground. Larkspurs are admirably adapted for borders or beds, but they are also very useful for cutting. CHOICE MIXED — Contains a mixture of the best tall annual Larkspur about 3 feet high and in fine color shades. Pkt. 10c ; ^4 oz. 25c. Heliotrope Half hardy perennial ; 1 14 to 2 feet high. Splendid border and bedding plants, highly es- teemed for the fragrance of their branching clus- ters of small flowers. The seed is hard to start and should be sown early in the spring, in mellow so ’ indoors, and when plants are one to two inches hitrh, put into pots. Transplant to bed when three to four inches high. They thrive in a sunny location and need plenty of water when in bloom. While it is a perennial it will not stand any frost and is therefore started afresh every year, unless plants are removed to the house before frost comes. Can be started from cuttings. GIANT HYBRIDS MIXED — Clusters measure 6 to 12 inches across. Their fragrance is de- lightful and pronounced. The color* range from white through shades of violet and blue. Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 30c; Vfe oz. 60c. Lobelia These half hardy annuals, usually about six in- ches high are charming plants, well adapted for bedding, pots or rockeries. They make a neat edging for beds of white star-like flowers and are very effective in masses, being covered with flowers a long time. They are grown extensive- ly in hanging baskets. The flowers are usually blue with lighter center and are borne in neat clusters, each irregularly lobed flower being about five-eighths inch across. Seed may be sown outdoors after danger of frost is over ; or start the plants in pots in greenhouse or hotbed, early in spring and transplant in May to place out- doors. Cover seed very lightly. FINEST MIXTURE— Pkt. 10c; % oz. 40c. “Love-in-a-Mist” — Nigella One of the prettiest old-fashioned annuals. It will grow well even under adverse weather con- ditions and withstands considerable heat and drought. The flowers come in blue and in white, and the thin, moss-like foliage runs close up to the blooms. The large seed-pods are quite or- namental and attractive. Nigella is wonderfully well adapted for mass planting or for making borders, and it is just as good as a cut-flower. Sow in April or May in light soil and thin to stand 10 inches apart. The plants grow 12 to 15 inches high. DOUBLE MIXED — Easily grown and sure to bloom anywhere. Pkt. 10c ; y± oz. 20c ; % oz. 30c. Mexican Fire Bush or Kochia This most popu’ar ornamental annua) is also known as Summer Cypress or Burning Bush. Makes a pyramidal-shaped, cypress-like bush two to three feet tall, with feathery light green foliage, deepening until it becomes a lovely crim- son hue about September. Excellent for hedges along garden walks. Sow outdoors early in spring, covering one-fourth inch deep. Make the rows two feet apart and thin eighteen inches apart. For ear'ier blooming start indoors and transplant to open ground. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 20c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 35 SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Marigold Marigold No flower garden seems complete without this line old-fashioned garden plant with its brilliant displays of yellow and orange, both tall and dwarf sorts, and with finely cut or entire bright green foliage. The African varieties are tall, usually one and one-half to three feet, and are well adapted for large beds, backgrounds or mixed borders, while the French are more dwarf and are often nsed for borders and pot culture as well as bedding. For best results start seed early indoors and transplant six inches apart when danger from frost is over, but good blooms of both varieties of Marigold are often successfully obtained from seed planted in the open ground after danger from frost is past. Make the rows one foot apart. Use well pulverized soil, preferably light sandy loam and cover the seed with about one-fourth inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. When about two Inches high, thin six to twelve inches. Hardy annuals ; in bloom till frost comes. AFRICAN DOUBLE, MIXED— A well-balanced mixture. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; % oz. 40c. FRENCH DOUBLE, MIXED— A complete mix- ture of Dwarf French Marigolds, which will make a beautiful bed. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c. Mignonette A well known hardy annual, growing one foot high and producing dense cone-shaped flower- spikes. It is often used for cutting to combine in bouquets with other more pretentious flowers lacking its delicate and pleasing fragrance. Seed is usually sown outdoors after danger of frost is over and if sown at intervals in spring and early summer a succession of bloom, under fav- brable conditions, is assured till frost. Well pul- verized soil, preferably light sandy loam, should be used and the seed covered one-fourth inch deep. Make rows one foot apart; thin to six inches. For very early blooming seed may be sown In the fail, or started indoors and transplanted. May also be grown in pots. FINEST MIXED— Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c. Nasturtium For ease of culture, duration of bloom, brilliancy of coloring and general excellence, nothing ex- cels these hardy annuals. All they need Is a moderately good soil in a well-drained sunny position, and from with'.n a few weeks from the time they are sown until hard frost comes there is an endless profusion of blossoms. After danger from frost is past, sow seed one inch deep and thin plants to 6 inches apart for Dwarf Varieties and 16 to 20 inches apart for Tall or Climbing Varieties. One ounce sows 15 feet of row. TALL VARIETIES MIXED— A mixture of the best giant flowering varieties. Pkt. 5c ; oz. 16c ; 2 oz. 25c; % lb. 45c; lb. $1.35. DWARF VARIETIES MIXED— A mixture of the very finest large flowering Dwarf Nastur- tiums in existence. Pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c ; 2 oz. 25c ; % lb. 45c; lb. $1.35. Poppies These most beautiful hardy annuals and per- ennials are of easy and quick growth. Their gor- geous flowers are borne throughout the summer. As early in spring as ground can be worked sow the seed, which is quite small, where the flowers are to bloom as the annual varieties do not bear transplanting. Pulverized soil, prefer- ably light sandy loam, should be used. Make rows fifteen inches apart and cover seed one- fourth inch deep. When two inches high, thin from six inches to one foot. To insure continu- ous bloom during a long season the flowers should be cut regularly and no seed pods allowed to form. CALIFORNIA POPPY — Escholtzia (mixed colors ,> — This hardy annual growing one foot high is especially valuable for growing in flower beds or borders, also for cut flowers. This is a well balanced mixture of fine varieties of Cali- fornia Poppy producing bright showy flowers. Sow where plants are to bloom Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 20c ; % oz. 30c. SHIRLEY, DOUBLE HYBRIDS— These beautiful new hardy annuals produce large double and semi-double flowers in a wonderful range of col- ors. They are remarkable for their delicate shades of rose and salmon. 15 inches high. Pkt. 10c ; ^4 oz. 20c ; *4 oz. 35c. DOUBLE PEONY-FLOWERED, MIXED— Large double flowers of all colors, borne most pro- fusely. They are hardy annuals and closely re- semble a small Peony. About 2 ft. high. Pkt. 10c ; *4 oz. 20c ; *4 oz. 35c. ICELAND POPPIES— While these are hardy perennials, they flower the first year from seed, blooming almost as quickly as the annual sorts. They are of graceful neat habit, with bright green fernlike foliage, formed in tufts, from which issues slender stalks from 12 to 18 inches high, bearing their brilliant flowers in endless profusion ; most useful for cutting, for which pur- pose pick when in bud, and, if the seed pods are flicked off, continue in flower the entire season. They remain evergreen throughout the winter, coming into bloom early the following spring. Mixed colors in shades of yellow, white and orange gcarlet. Pkt. 10c : oz. 30c ; % oz. 50c ; ORIENTAL POPPIES— These hardy perennials should be sown in early spring in the open ground as soon as it is fit to work. The plants disappear during July and August, appearing again a3 soon as the weather gets cool. When this fall growth starts is the time they should be transplanted to their permanent bed. It is well to mark the places they are planted with a stake to insure the roots against disturbance during their annua] resting period. The blooms are carried on long heavy stems about 2 y2 feet high. Mixed colors ranging from orange to scarlet pink. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 46c. 36 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Pansies These well known hardy perennials are usually grown as annuals or biennials. They are not hard to cultivate and bloom profusely for many months. Seed may be sown indoors very early in spring, or a little later in the open ground, and trans- planted when an inch high. Such plants will commence to bloom in June. If sown in July, the plants will bloom in the fall, or if sown in September, the following spring. Well pulverized soil should be used and the seeds covered one- eighth to one-fourth inch deep with fine soil firmly pressed down. The largest and best flow- ers are produced by young plants which have been grown rather slowly in a partially shaded situation, and in very rich soil ; coolness and moisture are necessary. A situation sheltered from high winds and exposed to the morning sun is most favorable and frequent sprinklings are advantageous. Grown indoors pansies make a good winter blooming pot plant. GIANT TRIMARDEAU MIXED— This variety produces as large pansies as can be grown. Flow- ers of richest, most varied shades, well rounded form and generally marked with three large blotches. Plants very hardy and vigorous. Pkt. 10c ; 1-16 oz. 35c ; Vs oz. 65c. Giant Trimardeau Pansies Phlox Drummondi Nothing can surpass these beautiful annuals in the magnificent display of their many and brilliantly colored flowers. Sown in the open ground in the early spring or fall, they come into flower in June, and are literally covered with bloom till frost. Use well pulverized soil, preferably sandy loam. Make the rows one foot to fifteen inches apart and cover the seed with one-fourth inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. When two inches high, thin six to eight inches apart. Plants compact, bushy, usually about one foot high. Phlox makes beautiful borders. Pkt. 10c ; Vs oz. 30c ; *4 oz. 55c. FINE MIXED — Is composed of the finest and most distinct varieties and will give a greatly varied assortment of brilliant colors. The trusses are large, well rounded, and closely formed, and the individual florets are of the largest size. Pkt. 10c; y8 oz. 25c; % oz. 40c. Petunia These tender perennials blooming the first year and growing about one and one-half feet high, are unsurpassed for massing in beds. They are also used along walks and driveways and are often grown in window boxes. Their richness of color, duration of bloom and culture will always make them popular. They endure drought exceptionally well. The seed may be sown outside in well prepared ground early in May ; to facilitate sow- ing the seed may be mixed with sand or dry soil ; scatter the mixture and just press in the ground. Thin the seedlings to 8 to 12 inches apart. It is an advantage to sow the seed which is very fine and costly, early in boxes in the house or hotbed for window boxes, baskets and also for bedding out. BURPEE’S DEFIANCE — This strain of Petunias has a reputation for enormous size and range of colors. The colors are indescribably rich and varied, including many fine self colors and a good assortment of mottled, striped, blotched, and veined flowers. Pkt. 25c ; 2 for 45c. HYBRIDA, MIXED— A fine mixture of all bed- ding varieties and many others belonging to this class. Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 20c; % oz. 35c. Portulaca (Sun Plant or Moss Rose) A beautiful and hardy annual, unsurpassed in brilliancy. The plants are low-growing and creep along the ground. They thrive well in almost any location and can withstand the hottest summer weather. The finest flowers are produced the latter part of August and in September, when there are heavy dews at night. Sow seed outdoors, after weather is warm and settled, where the plants are to stand in rows one foot apart. They should have a sunny situation. Well pulverized soil should be used but it does not need to be rich. Cover seed about one-eighth inch deep. Thin to 4 to 8 inches apart. For massed beds seed can be sown broadcast, the soil sifted on and the whole bed carefully pressed with a board. Height six inches. DOUBLE MIXED. Is unsurpassed for bril- liancy and beauty. Pkt. 10c ; 1-16 oz. 30c. Salpiglossis or Velvet Flower These Petunia like flowers are very showy beddmg or border plants with richly colored, funnel-shaped flowers which are borne on long graceful stems. The flowers of purple, scarlet, crimson, yellow, buff, blue or almost black are beautifully veined or penciled. They are produced abundantly during the entire summer, and are certainly worthy of more general cultivation than they have heretofore had. As they lend themselves readily to ar- tistic arrangement they are very desirable for cut flowers. They are easily grown and are most desirable for beds or borders. For early blooming seed may be started in- doors as early as the middle of March and the young plants set out in the garden one foot apart, or seed may be sown outdoors after settled warm weather. Blooms from August to October. Half hardy annual ; about two feet high. FINEST MIXED — Flowers of many beau- tiful shades, finely veined or penciled. A choice mixture of large flowering varieties. Pkt. 10c ; Vs oz. 25c ; % oz. 40c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 37 SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Sweet Peas Sweet Peas should have a place in every garden. Their long blooming season extends from early summer until very hot dry weather and no other climber equals it for cutting either for use in bouquets or for table decoration. CULTURE — Early in spring make a trench three to four inches deep in rich, mellow soil, eo arranged that no water can stand in it and plant the seed in the bottom, covering at first only one inch deep. Sweet Peas are often a little difficult to start. If the soil is too dry they will remain a long time without germinating ; if it is too wet and cold they will not sprout at all. In soils composed largely of clay, put about one inch of sand in the bottom of the trench and sow the seed on this, covering with more sand. Cover the row with a board to shed the rain and pro- tect the soil from the hot sun but remove this as soon as the young plants appear. When the plants are two inches high, cultivate and as they grow gradually fill up the trench. When the plants are about five inches high it is desirable to furnish some support for the vines to run upon, preferably a wire netting firmly supported by stakes to prevent sagging, but strings or brush are often used with satisfactory results. Early p’anting, thorough cultivation and plenty of fertilizer are necessary for best results. Roots should not be allowed to become too dry. Water should be applied thoroughly once or twice a week in dry weather, early in the morning or late evening. Fall planting, usually after October 15th, has proven very successful in this section and often insures better growth and earlier blooming. Planting is the same as in spring except that the seed should be firmly covered with soil which should be somewhat ridged above the rows to im- prove drainage. In freezing weather the rows should be covered with a mulch of litter or ma- nure which shouTd gradually be removed upon the approach of warm weather. The blooms should be picked before they form pods or the plants will soon stop flowering. One ounce will plant a single row of 25 feet. SPENCERS OR ORCHID FLOWERED, MIXED — The Spencers are of exceptionally large, size, and the general effect remarkably graceful and attractive. The plants are of vigorous growth and remain in bloom longer than the ordinary varieties and for this reason we are handling Spencers only. Pkt 10c; oz. 25c; % lb. 75c; lb. $2.50. Scarlet Sage or Salvia The well-known Scarlet Sage is a handsome flowering, tender perennial of branching, bush- like growth. To have Salvia in bloom early in summer, the seed should be sown in March, in boxes of light rich soil, % inch deep ; placed in a warm, sunny window, and when the young plants are well started, they should be set in pots and kept growing rapidly until the nights are warm. Then they should be planted 3 feet apart in the flower-bed. SPLENDENS (Large Flowering Scarlet Sage). This is by far the largest-flowering variety of Scarlet Sage. Well-grown plants measure 4 feet across and 3 to 4 feet high. Pkt. 10c ; 1-16 oz. 30c ; Ys oz. 50c. Snapdragon or Antirrhinum Antirrhinums or Snapdragons are now receiv- ing the attention they deserve. They are un- doubtedly one of the best cut flowers which can readily be grown from seed, while for beds or borders they are a constant source of pleasure, being in flower all the time. For blooms the first season outdoors, sow seed very early under glass and transplant to open border as soon as the ground is warm and dry, in rich loamy soil in a sunny situation, setting one foot apart each way and giving them plenty of water, cover plants with a mulch on approach of cold weather. Seed may be sown in the open from May to September ; cover thinly with fine soil firmly px*essed down. Thin to twelve inches apart. Fall grown plants may be transplanted into pots and flowered in the house. The Snapdragon like most perennials and biennials which bloom the first year, is treated like an annual and sown every year. HALF DWARF MIXED — A complete mixture of the tallest of this variety growing about 15 inches high. Covered with magnificient spikes in brilliant colors. Pkt. 10c ; 1-16 oz. 30c. Stocks or Giliflower The Stock is one of the most popular annuals, either for bedding or pot culture ; for brilliancy and diversity of color, fragrance, profusion and duration of b’oom it is unsurpassed. Sow out- doors early in spring, using well fertilized, care- fully pulverized soil and cover seed with one- fourth inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. Make the rows fifteen inches apart ; thin to six inches apart For earlier blooming start indoors and transplant. TEN WEEKS MIXED — A large flowering, early blooming variety of many fine color shades. Height 15 inches. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 40c. CUT AND COME AGAIN— Beautiful pure white double flowers borne on fine strong stems. Parti- cularly fine for cutting. Grows 18 inches tall. Pkt. 10c; Vs oz. 50c. Straw Flower or Everlasting Large full, double daisy-like flower heads with prominent center, produced in various shades of bright yellow and scarlet on stems of good length. They make a fine effect in beds and borders and as cut flowers, and also desirable as dried speci- mens and for use in making winter bouquets. For this purpose the flowers should be gathered when on the point of expanding. Sow early in spring ; cover with *4 inch fine soil ; thin to one foot apart each way. Hardy annual ; two to two and one-half feet high. CHOICE MIXED —Contains all the brightest colors properly blended. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 40c. 38 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FLOWER SEED— Continued Sunflowers Wallflower Hardy annuals, which grow readily in almost any soil but do best on unshaded land well sup- plied with moisture. Sow seed outdoors in spring after danger of frost is over, in rows two to three feet apart and cover about one-half inch deep. When the young plants are about four inches ■high, thin to 2 feet apart. DOUBLE CHRYSANTHEMUM-FLOWERED.— The grandest of all double Sunflowers. Grows 7 feet high. Perfectly double; the color is the ■brightest golden yellow. Pkt., 10c , Yk oz., 20c. MINIATURE — Covered with hundreds of sma single flowers; of brightest yellow, of Pyram‘^al irowth. with bright neat foliage. Grows 5 teet tall. The flowers are fine for cutting. Pkt. 10c ; V2 oz. 30c ; oz. 55c. t Avtrv RUSSIAN—' This has very large single irnmmm ties inquire for prices. Sweet William A well-known. ■J8Sgen.Srir.°^-. Kf H to each plant. soring until tho one foot apart, t^ovei & , When two inches fine soil, firmly pressed down When z usually noShfloweins until the and ^aisplanted! sssss = f VffiF SfacT^to^tS'^orous young plants each ^SINGLE MIXED— A splendid strain of all col- ors. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 25c; Y± oz. 40c. A favorite garden flower, producing large spikes of fragrant blooms of many colors. Useful for beds, borders and winter house plants. Sow early and transplant while small. As cold weather ap- proaches put into pots for winter blooming. Ten- der perennial growing about 1 Yu ft* high. FINE DOUBLE MIXED — The spikes are closely set with double flowers of many shades, including chocolate-brown, orange-purple, crimson bright red, and many other fine colors. Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 40c; Ya oz. 70c. Wild Garden Flowers Under this heading we offer a mixture of the easiest and surest growing flowers that can be sown broadcast or in drills and which, with little care, will produce a bright effect in places that otherwise would be nothing but a collection of unsightly weeds. This mixture will furnish an abundance of flowers for cutting. Sow the seed in well prepared open ground, when danger of cold weather is past, covering lightly with finely pulverized soil firmly pressed down. Keep the weeds out and water occasionally in dry weather. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; % lb. 75c; 1 lb. $2.25. Zinnia An old garden fav- orite that has been greatly improved in recent years. Zin- nias grow well and bloom freely even under the most ad- verse circumstances of location and weather, and may be counted upon for a continuous show of blooms from July un- til frost. Sow the seed early in spring, in open ground in good rich soil, in rows one and one- half feet part, cov- ering about 14 inch deep. When the plants are one to two inches high, thin to six inches apart. Half hardy an- nual growing two to three feet tall. Start under glass for earlier blooming. GIANT MAMMOTH MIXED— This magnificent large-flowered type is unsurpassed. The blooms are of immense size when well grown, averaging 3 Yu to 4 Y2 inches in diameter and often 3 to 4 inches in depth. Pkt. 10c ; Ya oz. 20c ; Yl oz. 35c. Zinnia Verbena One of the most popular ^ersb]|Jdinf01?de?s! rS\aLEEdow boxes it^bf particularly iffreauently used for an undergrowth to tall Plants like lillies. Verbenas usuaiiy flower well from seed sown in open ground in rviay. Germination will be hastened if the seed is in lukewarm water before planting. It is able to have the soil well fertilized and carefully pulverized. Cover seed about one-fourth inch deep. When the young plants have three or four leaves transplant in rows two feet apart and about twenty-four inches apart in the row, choos- ing preferably a sunny situation. Earlier bloom- ing may be had if plants are started indoors and transplanted in the open ground after danger ot killing frost is over. Half hardy perennial trailer, one foot high, usually treated as an annual. MAMMOTH MIXED — Produces magnificent .trusses in a wide variety of colors. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 30c; Yk oz. 55c. DAHLIA FLOWERED MIXED— A complete mixture of all the best colors. Flowers are borne on long sturdy stems above the foliage from mid- summer until frost. Pkt. 15c ; Ya oz. 30c ; 34 oz. 50c. Castor Oil Bean — Ricinus A half hardy annual growing 8 to 10 feet high and producing ornamental plants with palm like foliage and showy fruits, giving to the garden magnificent sub-tropical effects ; even a single plant forming a pyramid of leaves. Also considered valuable as an aid in driving moles out of the garden. Castor Oil Bean is a gross feeder and does best in rich moist soil. CHOICE MIXED — Very beautiful and of tall, strong growing habit in many beautiful colors. They need no support. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; 4 oz. 55c; 1 lb. $2.00. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 39 VINES OR CLIMBING FLOWERS Balloon Vine or “Love in a Puff” A graceful tender annual climber, rapidly grow- ing 6 to 10 feet h gh. Small white flowers, which eventually turn into a seed pod resembling a bal- loon and for th.s reason of great interest to chil- dren. Sow the seed outdoors in open ground early in spring. Covering with Yi inch of fine soil. Pkt. 10c ; *4 oz. 15c ; Yi oz. 25c. Black-Eyed Susan or Thunbergia A half hardy annual and very elegant, slender- growing climber rapidly covering wre trellises and also useful for vases in the garden or house. Grows about 4 ft. high. They are very attractive If grown simply trailing on the ground. The flowers are white, light yellow and deep orange w th a black eye. Blooms continuously from June until October. Sow the seed indoors in March or April or out doors in May. Thin out or trans- plant to twelve inches apart. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 25c ; Yk oz. 40c. Cardinal Climber A rapid growing annual climber which if plant- ed in a warm, sunny situation, w:’l attain a height of twenty feet in a season. The hrilliant scarlet flowers are not large, but are borne in such profuson as to almost cover the vines from top to bottom. They bloom all during summer and fall until frost. The foliage is quite dense and the leaves fringed. Seed is usual'y sown out- doors early in spring in the row where the plants are to remain. Cover seed one-half inch deep. 3erm:nat on will be hastened if the so:l is warm ind kept in moist condition. Thin the young plants six to eight inches apart. If very early (•’..nminir :p desired. «eed should be started indoors. Pkt. 10c ; % oz. 40c ; Yk oz. 70c. Clematis-Paniculata Splend d hardy perennial c'imber growing 12 to 15 feet and covered with a dense mass of pure white star-like fragrant flowers that bloom for several weeks. A fine climher for porches, etc., and very easily grown. Sow early in the spring in open ground covering seed lightly with finely pulverized soil firmly pressed down. Pkt., 10c: Y oz., 20c; Yk oz., 30c. Cobaea Scandens or Cathedral Bells A hat hardy perenn al of rapid growth, attain- ing a height of 30 feet during the season : valua- ble for covering trellises, arbors, trunks of trees, etc. : will cling to any rough surface. Large, bell- shaped purple flowers. Tn sow:ng, place seeds edgewise and merely cover w:th light soil ; to get ear'y results start the seed indoors in March or April : or sow out-of-doors in May, Pkt. 10c ; Yk oz. 25c ; Yi oz. 40c ; oz. 70c. Cypress Vine One of the most popular vines, with very deli- cate fern-like foliage, and masses of beautful, small, star-shaped scarlet flowers. Sow in May, first soaking the seeds in warm water for a few hours; tender annual growing, 15 feet tall. May be grown in porch or window boxes. Pkt. 10c ; Yi oz. 30c ; oz. 45c. Kenilworth Ivy A well-known trai’ing tender perennial which will seed itself from year to year and is most use- ful for cover:ng rock-work or stumps. Small, in- conspicuous. lilac-colored flowers. Sow early in spring in open ground, covering seed lightly with pu’ver:zed soil firmly pressed down. It can be sown in boxes or hanging baskets any time of the year. Grows about 4 ft. h gh. Pkt. 10c ; Vs, oz. 25c ; *4 oz. 45c. Kudzu Vine This is a perennial climber which yearly starts new shoots from the crown of the roots. One of the most rapid growing of all climbers, providing a dense screen of large, rich green leaves. The purple flowers are borne in clusters. Well-grown vines attain a he ght of 40 to 50 feet in a single season. The seed can be started indoors in March jr in open ground in May. Protect the roots with straw during severe freezing. Pkt. 10c ; 14 oz. 35c ; Yi oz. 55c ; oz. 85c. Moon Flower These beautiful tender annuals grow rapidly and will reach a height of 20 to 30 feet. The foliage if= large, dense and luxuriant, affording splendid shade for porches. Plant the seed one inch deep in r ch soil in spring when the ground is warm, soak seed for 12 hours in warm water before planting. The flowers open at sundown. WHITE SEEDED— The vines bear thousands of immense wh te flowers, many measuring 6 inches across. Pkt., 10c Yk oz., 20c; Yi oz., 35c. Morning Glory A handsome showy cimber of easy culture and suitable for covering arbors, windows, trellises, old stumps, etc. The flowers are most brilliant in the morn ng. Hardy annual, growing 15 ft. high. Seed is sown outdoors early m spring in row where plants are to remain. Well pulverized soil should be used and the seed covered Vj inch deep. IMPERIAL JAPANESE, MIXED— A strong grower w th enormous flowers in many soft and delicate shades. Do not sow until the weather is qu te warm and the nights are settled. It climbs readily and blooms freely. Pkt. 10c ; Y2 oz. 20c. Scarlet Runner An annual, growing 15 feet high. This bean produces a rapid growing vine ; bearing large sprays of bright scarlet flowers. Very ornament- al. Sow three inches deep, when all danger of frost is past. Thin to stand 12 to 18 inches apart Pkt. 5c; Yk lb. 15c; Yi lb. 25c. GOURDS Interesting and useful trailing annuals with curiously shaped yellow fruit, commonly known as Ornamental Gourds. The v nes are of easy cul- ture and make a rapid growth, so are much used for covering old fences, trel ises, stumps, etc. The foliage is ornamental, and the mark ngs of some of the fruit extraordinary. Do not plant the seed till danger of frost is over, and select light, rich soil and a sunny s tuat on. Leave 2 or 3 plants to a hill and water freely. DIPPER — Makes a light, convenient dipper. When grown on the ground, the stems will be curved, while if raised as a climbing vine the we ght of the blossom end will cause the blossom end to grow straight. Vine grows 20 to 30 ft high. Pkt., 10c. JAPANESE NEST EGG — Grow almost uniform- ly to the size, color and shape of a hen’s egg. The shells are hard and make the very best nest eggs. They are also usefu' for stocking darners. Vines grow 20 to 30 ft. high. Pkt., 10c. MIXED GOURDS — Containing both *he above and n addition several unusual varieties. Pkt. 10c ; Yi oz. 25c ; oz. 40c. -4T) ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. CHEROKEE BRAND CLOVER SEED “Cherokee Brand” Represents a superior quality of Clover Seed recleaned and tested for high purity and strong germination. The sowing of clover seed is absolutely essential to proper rotation of crops and to keep up the fertility of the land. Should your land be “clover sick” a liberal application of Limestone will quickly bring it back to proper shape. It is a good time to fertilize when you sow clover as it not only increases the yield of clover, but prepares the land for the grain or other crops that are to follow. Use 800 to 400 lbs. to the acre. Prices on clovers fluctuate and those quoted are only approximate. When you are ready to buy, write for firm quotations. Inoculate all clovers with Farmogerm. BAGS ARE INCLUDED IN POSTPAID PRICES ON FIELD SEEDS. AT NOT PREPAID PRICES ON FIELD SEEDS, WHERE CHARGE IS MADE FOR BAGS, THE CHARGE IS AS FOLLOWS : PECK, 10c y2 BU., 20c; BU., 25c; SEAMLESS BAGS FOR BUSHEL OR MORE, 40c EACH. Red Clover Alsike Clover Alsike clover grows thicker, is finer stemmed than red clover, has plenty of leaf, and makes better hay and more and better grazing than red clover and will grow on soils too acid, too wet, or too deficient in lime to produce a paying crop of other clovers. It is hardier and will stand greater extremes of heat and severely cold weather than any other clover. It is adapted to a variety of soils, succeeding on light upland and loamy as well as on bottom lands ; alsike clover hay also contains a higher per cent of digestible protein. Sow 6 to 8 lbs. per acre. *4 to 1 inch deep. Postpaid, lb., 50c; pk., $7.00; % bu., $13.50; bu. (60 lbs.), $26.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), about $25.00. Crimson Clover An annual of French origin, makes a growth from 20 to 30 inches high, has a bright crimson blossom from iy2 to 3 inches long, and when in full bloom, is a thing of beauty It is a winter crop, and should be sown in July, August or Sep- tember. As a manurial crop its worth in fertil- izer value is hard to compute, being equal to one to three tons of commercial fertilizer. Sow Crimson Clover on every piece of land that will be unoccupied by another crop next winter. Whether you grow it for grazing, for hay or for improving your land, it will pay handsomely. If sown at last working of corn there is no extra labor involved and the only expense is the cost of the seed. Sow 15 to 20 lbs. per acre, 1 to 2 in. deep. Seed should be inoculated with Farm- ogerm. Write for prices. Japan Clover or Lespedeza Recommended especially for grazing crop on waste or idle lands and worn out soils. Once started it soon spreads but does not become a pest as it is easily subdued by cultivation. Roots penerate and break up hard sub-soils and gather nitrogen from the air. Relished by stock. Sow in spring or fall 20 to 25 lbs. per acre. Can be sown with other clovers, Red Top and Bermuda Grass. Postpaid, lb., 35c ; 10 lbs. $2.35 ; bu. (25 lbs.) $5.50. .5 lbs. $1.30 . Not prepaid (bags included), about $5.00 per bu. BEFORE BUYING CLOVERS ASK FOR CURRENT PRICES. Red Clover This valuable perennial is not only one of the most ex- cellent Hay and Forage crops, but it is a great soil improver. Red Clover can be cut 2 or 3 years from one seeding, and on good land will yield two cuttings per year. When sown alone use 10 to 12 lbs. per acre, V2 to 1 in. deep. Excellent results are obtained by sow- ing for hay, a mixture of 1 bu. of Orchard Grass, 1 bu. Tall Meadow Oat Grass with 8 lbs. of Red Clover to an acre. If to be used also for pasture, an addition of 6 lbs. Red Top or Herd’s Grass to the above mixture will increase the pasturage. Postpaid, lb., 55c; pk., $7.50; % bu., $14.75; bu. (60 lbs.), $29.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), about $28.00 bu. Mammoth or Sapling Clover This is similar to Red Clover, both in appear- ance of the seed and its habits of growth, the dif- ference being that it usually grows larger and ia later in maturing It is considered superior as a soil improver on account of the extra growth. It is a good variety for thin soils, or to seed with Timothy, as it matures about the same time. Sow 10 to 12 lbs. per acre by itself or 6 lbs. of Clover and 8 lbs. of Timothy. Postpaid, lb. 60c; pk. $7.75; % bu. $15.25; bu. (60 lbs.) $30.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), about $29.00 bu. White Dutch Clover This perennial does well in nearly all parts of the South. In this section it is indigenous to all kinds of soils. Is especially valuable and largely used in Lawn and Pasture Mixtures. It makes a small, close, compact growth. If sown alone, sow 6 to 8 lbs. an acre ; more largely sown with other grasses ; in this case, use half the amount. Sow in either spring or fall, but not in hot summer weather. Postpaid, lb. 75c; 5 lbs. $3.25; 10 lbs. $6.10. Not prepaid (bags extra), lb. 65c ; 5 lbs. $3.00; 10 lbs. $5.75. White Blossom Sweet Clover (Scarified Seed) Wherever dairy farming is practiced, the pas- ture problem is becoming a serious one. On account of the large amount of forage produced by Sweet Clover (a biennial) and the ease with which it can be grown on almost any soil, its use has practically doubled in the last few years. When cutting for hay, cut it tall ; then you will have a good second crop as the tall stubble will bud out all around the stalk and many new shoots will start up. If cut low, within three or four inches of the ground, no second growth will result and the roots will die. This applies also to pasturing. Do not turn stock into Sweet Clover pasture until the growth is at least a foot and a half tall. If this is done, the new growth will furnish constant pasture all season. Very valuable for bee pasture. Always inoculate seed with Farmogerm. Sow 12 to 15 lbs. per acre, V> to 1 inch deep. Postpaid, lb. 30c ; pk., $3.50; % bu., $6.75; bu. (60 lbs.), $13.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), about $12.00 per bu. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 41 ALFALFA OR LUCERNE Alfalfa is a good investment on certain kinds of land in Western North Carolina. Once established. It lasts for years and yields 3 to 5 cuttings of nutritious and palatable hay each season. To insure permanency, it must be cut every time it comes into bloom. It does not exhaust the soil, but enriches it Sow Alfalfa only on deep, well-drained, good land that is not underlaid by a stiff, hard pan that the roots cannot penetrate. The land should contain an abundant supply of decomposed vegetable matter ; a green crop turned under and lime liberally applied will give this condition. Do not sow on weedy land and keep free from weeds at all times. Do not attempt to grow Alfalfa without inoculating, except on fields where it has previously been grown. Sow 300 to 500 lbs. of soil from an Alfalfa Field on each acre ; or use Farmogerm, described on this page. Sow 20 to 30 lbs. to the acre broadcast. In the spring sow about the same time as oats are sown in this section. It may also be sown from August to October 1st. Cover one inch deep in light, loamy soil, three-fourths to one inch in heavier soils. We offer North Western grown seed, a type that has done well in Western North Carolina. We do not advise alfalfa unless soil and drainage conditions are right and the planter is willing to start the crop correctly as outlined above. Postpaid, lb., 40c; pk., $5.00; % bu., $9.75; bu (60 lbs.), $19.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), pk., $4.75; % bu., $9.25 ; bu., $18.00. Before buying, ask for current prices. FARMOGERM will reduce your fertilizer bills, give you larger crops, and improve your soil by producing nodules on the roots of legumes, as shown in the illustration above. No other inoculant is as strong and virile. No other inoculant will give the profusion of nodules. When ordering, be sure to state what crops you wish to inoculate. FARMOGERM is so inexpensive and is so effective an insurance that you cannot afford to sow legume crops without it. Prices for Clovers and Alfalfa ^4-bus. size _ $0.35 1 -bus. size $1.00 %-bus. size . .60 2^4-bus. size 2.25 10-bus. size $8.00 Prices for Lespedeza, Cow Peas, Soy Beans, Canada Field Peas and Vetch ^4-bus. size $0.35 1-bus. size _ . $0.60 5-bus. size $2.25 Special Garden Size for Garden Peas, Beans, and Sweet Peas, will inoculate 15 lbs. of seeds, 25c. WHAT FARMOGERM WILL DO The Best Inoculation for All Legume Seeds Means Better Soils Better Crops Less Fertilizer Expense Seeds of all legumes — Clovers, Al- falfa, Sweet Clovers, Beans, Peas, Vetches, Soy Beans, Cowpeas, etc. — will yield far better results if in- oculated with FARMOGERM, and, in addition, leave in the soil a heavy deposit of nitrogen which benefits all succeeding crops in the rotation. A Sensible Insurance and a Profit- able Investment We believe in inoculation, we fa- vor the pure jelly medium, and we believe in FARMOGERM. Of all the inoculants manufactured we- believe it is the most effective, and cheapest, consistent with high qual- ity. Farmers who have used it will never again seed without it — even where the legumes have been grown before, because it is easier to make Better Best than Bad Good. Full directions go with each bot- tle— easily applied — takes but a lit- tle time. 42 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. CHEROKEE BRAND GRASS SEED Timothy This most important perennial ranks unsur- passed as the hay producer of America. All live- stock, especially horses, relish and thrive on it, Timothy prefers good stiff loamy soils containing an abundance of moisture, and is peculiarly adapt- ed for the heavy clay soils of mountainous dis- tricts. It is a rapid grower, producing the best crop the first year. However, by manuring or top- dressing with our special grass fertilizer the succeeding years may bring equally as good yields of this wonderful hay crop. Since it ma- tures with Sapling Clover, Red Top, and Meadow Fescue, any or all of these are valuable addi- tions both in production of larger yields of hay or grazing. If sown with Sapling Clover, the clover will help to supply nitrogen. 8 lbs. Tim- othy, and 6 lbs. Sapling Clover, to the acre. A good pasture is 6 lbs. Timothy, 5 lbs. Red Top or Herds Grass, 7 lbs. Meadow Fescue and 6 lbs. Sapline Cover to the acre. Alone sow 12 to 15 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, lb., 20c; pk., $1.50; % bu., $2.75; bu. (45 lbs.), $5.00. Not prepaid (bags extra), about $4.00 bu. Orchard Grass This deep root- ed perennial grass is probably the best known and most universally used of all varie- ties of grass. It is very hardy and succeeds any- where in the Uni- ted States, yield- ing e n o rm o u s crops of most nu- tritious hay for grazing. All live- stock are very fond of it, green or dry, and it en- dures const ant cropp i n g better than any other grass. It has been found that Orchard Grass is peculiarly adapt- ed for growing in the shade, and that while it suc- ceeds well on soils o f sandy texture, the ideal soils are clay up- lands o r stiff Orchard Grass soils. For finest quality hay it should be cut just before blossoming when the stem is less hard and the pith of the stem is still soft and sweet. After being mown. Orchard Grass grows up quickly and yields a heavier aftermath than any other variety of grass. Since this vari- ety grows in tufts, to obtain best results Red Cover or Tall Meadow Oat Grass, both of which mature at the same t me, should be sown with Or- chard Grass. The usual rate of seeding of such a mixture is 8 lbs. Red Clover, 14 lbs. Orchard Grass, and 11 lbs. Tall Meadow Oat Grass per acre, or 8 lbs. Red Clover and 21 lbs. of Orchard Grass per acre. Orchard Grass sown alone re- quires 2 bushels per acre. For pastures, Red Top, Kentucky Blue Grass, Canada Blue Grass, Rye Grasses, and Clovers, are very desirable additions to Orchard Grass. Fertilizer applied in March or April at the rate of 300 to 400 lbs. to the acre increases the yield. Postpaid, lb., 30c; V2 bu., $1.55; bu. (14 lbs.), $2.90. Not prepaid (bags included), bu., $2.50 ; 8 bu. or over $2.40 bu. 1 inuUi.* Tall Meadow Oat Grass This perennial is most highly esteemed for pas- tures on account of its early and luxuriant growth of an abundant supply of foliage, which is greatly relished by cattle both during early spring and autumn. It is the first green grass of spring, and yields steady grazing until late fall, even during extreme drought or cold. For hay, two cuttings can be made each season, and for green feed four or five can be had under favorable conditions. It matures with Orchard Grass and Red Clover, and mixed with these produces large yields of finest quality hay. All pasture mixtures should be composed of a percentage of this excellent year-round grazing crop. Sow 25 or 30 lbs. to the acre in spring or fall. Sown with Orchard Grass and Red Clover, use 11 lbs. Tall Meadow Oat Grass, 14 lbs. Orchard Grass and 8 lbs. Red Clover to the acre. Postpaid, lb. 30c; % bu. $1.35; bu. (11 lbs.) $2.50. Not prepaid (bags included), bu. $2.00 ; 5 bu. or over, $1.90 bu. Bermuda Grass This is a most valuable grass for pasturage, hay, lawns, etc., in the lowlands of the South, where other grasses do not grow well due to the extreme heat. It stands hot weather re- markably well. We do not advise sowing it in the mountain section of Western North Carolina, except for hillsides and railway embankments, to keep them from washing. The seed should be sown broadcast 7 to 10 lbs. to acre from end of April to July Do not sow too early, as the seed will not germinate in cool weather. Cover seed lightly, not more than half an inch. As this grass is very hard to eradicate it should not be used for temporary pasture. Our seed is Ari- zona grown and forms a finer stem and grass than the ordinary sorts. Postpaid, lb., 70c; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.50. Not prepaid (bags included), lb. 60c; 5 lbs. $2.75; 10 lbs. $5.10. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 43 CHEROKEE BRAND GRASS SEED— Continued Red Top Or Herd’s Grass A very hardy, native perennial grass well adapted for such a variety of situations that while succeeding best on moist lands. Red Top also flourishes in almost any soil and under all conditions, even withstanding hottest climates. Because it is perhaps our most permanent pas- ture grass every good hay and pasture mixture sown should contain a liberal quantity of this most excellent grass. It remains green for the greater part of the year, and its long trailing stems form a very close-matting turf that is not affected by trampling. Sow 10 or 12 lba. to the acre. Postpaid, lb., 60c ; 6 lbs., $2.50; 10 lbs., $4.75; 25 lbs., $11.25; 50 lbs., $21.50. Kentucky Blue Grass This true perennial combines more true points of excellence than any other grass. It U the most widely distributed of all native rrasse*. The densely creeping root stock, spreading habit and smooth even growth of fine texture and richest green color render Kentucky Blue Grass highly suitable for producing the rich velvety green turf so envied in all good lawns. It forms an early close turf in almost any soil, dry, rocky, sandy or gravelly, and withstands dry weather admirably. It takes several years to establish a heavy sod, and should, therefore, be sown with other grasses. Soils of Western North Carolina should be heavily limed before sowing lawns of Blue Grass. It is also most valuable for pas- tures because of its productiveness and the won- derful nourishing qualities of the green food. Bow 25 to SO lbs. per acre for pasture and 76 to 100 lbs. per acre for lawns. Postpaid, lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.50; 10 lbs., $4.75; 25 lbs., $11.25; 50 lbs., $21.50. Meadow Fescue Or Randall Grass One of the grasses most used in permanent or temporary meadows for mowing or pasture as it remains green all winter. It succeeds best in cold, moist, light soils, in well-drained meadows and low valleys rich in organic matter. It reaches full development the second or third year, and then far exceeds most grasses in productiveness of a very superior feed, dry or green. After being mown, it grows up quickly. It is highly relished by cattle and is most nourishing. Sow 30 to 40 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, lb. 40c; 5 lbs. $1.50; 10 lbs. $2.75. Red Top or Herd’s Grass Perennial Or English Rye Grass An early maturing, quick growing grass, mak- ing fine grazing and hay. Excellent mixed with other grasses, furnishing valuable permanent pasture and hay. It is also being largely sown in lawns. When sown alone, sow 30 lbs. to an acre Postpaid, lb. 40c ; 5 lbs. $1.50 ; 10 lbs. $2.75. Italian Rye Grass This grass resembles English Rye Grass con- siderably, but is not recommended for lawns or golf courses. It is a very valuable, vigorous grow- ing grass, suitable for furnishing in a very short time a splendid green pasture. It forms a good turf, and stands the dry weather remark- ably well. This grass can be sown with success either in the fall of the year or very early spring. On rich land it will grow from 2 to 3 ft. high. When sown alone use 30 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, lb. 35c; 5 lbs. $1.25; 10 lbs. $2.25. Red Or Creeping Fescue A creeping-rooted species forming a close and lasting turf, especially adapted for dry and sandy soils. Thrives on poor soils, gravelly banks and exposed hillsides. Valuable for shady places in lawns and golf courses. Sow 30 lbs. per acre. Postpaid, lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.50; 10 lbs., $4.75. Crested Dogstail A true perennial, forming a smooth compact and lasting turf. It thrives best on rich, moist land, but is well adapted for almost any soil. The roots penetrate deeply into the ground, which enables it to withstand severe drought. It is extremely valuable both for lawns and pas- tures as a bottom grass, and thrives well in the shade. It is sown at the rate of 30 lbs. per acre alone, but recommended only for use in mixtures. Postpaid, lb. 85c; 5 lbs. $3.75; 10 lbs. $7.25. Sheep’s Fescue Sheep’s Fescue prefers dry uplands and thrives in poor shallow soils when other grasses fail. It is very hardy, resisting cold or extreme heat. Although of dwarf habit, it grows thickly, yield- ing large quantities of nutritious feed. It is largely used on lawns and golf courses on ac- count of its fine foliage and dense dwarf growth. Sow 30 lbs. per acre. Postpaid, lb. 55c ; 5 lbs. $2.25 ; 10 lbs. $4.25. Dallas Grass A somewhat leafy perennial, growing in clumps. It makes a very valuable pasture and ha> glass for the South ; it may be cut twice in. a season ; it stands close grazing and it is not injured by moderate frosts. It endures summer heat and drought and thrives on a wi%le variety of soils but prefers a fairly heavy and somewhat moist situation. Sow on well prepared land at the rate of 8 to 10 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, lb. 70c; 5 lbs. $3.00; 10 lbs. $5.75. BEFORE BUYING GRASS SEED WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. 44 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. CHEROKEE BRAND GRASS SEED— Continued Sudan Grass A tall annual grass belonging to the Sorghum family. It grows 7 to 9 feet high when drilled, but when sown broadcast it rarely exceeds 3 to 5 feet. It will grow on almost any soil but does best in fairly rich clay loam. Sudan Grass makes a very nutritious and palatable hay which is greatly relished by all kinds of stock. It will produce more hay to the acre than any other grass. Allows 2 to 3 cuttings, and produces 2 to 4 tons per acre, depending upon the soil. Can either be drilled at the rate of 10 lbs., per acre in 2 foot rows or broadcast at the rate of 20 to 25 lbs. per acre. Sudan Grass with Soy Beans pro- duces a good yield of well balanced forage. Broadcast 50 lbs. Soy Beans with 10 lbs. Sudan. Cut for hay about time Soy Beans are nearly full grown. Postpaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $1.00; 10 lbs. $1.65; 25 lbs. $3.50; 50 lbs. $6.25. Wood Meadow Grass This grass is especially fitted for shaded posi- tions in the lawns and woodland parks, where other grasses will not grow. Very permanent and hardy, resisting extremes of heat and cold. One of the first grasses to show a rich growth in the spring. Creeping roots are formed under ground* an(f make a good turf. Excellent for pasture. Sow 30 lbs. to acre. Wood Meadow Grass is used in our Shady Park Mixture. Postpaid, lb. $1.35 ; 5 lbs. $6.25 ; 10 lbs. $11.85. Rough Stalked Meadow Grass A spreading, thickly matted, stoloniferous- rooted species, forming a fine turf and adapted for shaded portions of lawns. It thrives on rich, moist soil and in sheltered situations, but not on dry land. Valuable for forming bottom grass in mixtures for permanent pastures. Sow 20 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid ; lb. 80c ; 5 lbs. $3.50 ; 10 lbs. $6.75. Cyclone Seed Sower This sower is guaranteed to distribute seed perfectly and evenly, will not throw seed in an upward direction or against the operator, but direct and evenly to the land; sows clover, tim- othy, red top or herd’s grass, oats, millets, sorg- hum cane, rye, wheat, buckwheat, turnip and other seeds that are sown broadcast. Time and money can be saved by the use of this sower. Price, $2.25 each. Postpaid, $2.40. Carpet Grass It is proving itself one of the most permanent grazing grasses for the Southern Atlantic States. It thrives vigorously on any kind of soil if mois- ture conditions are favorable. It is equal in feed- ing value to Bermuda Grass and stays green longer, as it stands a greater degree of frost. It may be grown where the temperature does not fall below 10 degrees. It stands close grazing and heavy trampling, especially adapted for public parks and golf courses. Easily eradicated by plowing. Sow from early spring till midsummer, 10 lbs. to the acre. To get best results for pas- ture, sow 5 lbs. of Japan Clover to the acre with it. Postpaid, lb. 60c ; 5 lbs. $2.25 ; 10 lbs. $4.00. Cherokee Pasture and Hay Mixture It has been proven conclusively that many kinds of grass and clover seeds mixed together in proper proportion will produce on any soil a much larger yield and a more nutritious crop. It will give more cuttings and a longer period of grazing. Where a single grass is sown there will be vacant places that will fill up with weeds, while in a mixture there is seed adapted to all soils and as a result the whole surface will be covered with good grasses. Each and every variety of grass has its peculiar characteristics, some will withstand extreme drought, some are early and some are late and as a result a well-balanced mixture will give a green pasture under all conditions. Our “CHEROKEE PASTURE MIXTURE” for upland and lowland is a mixture best adapted to the soils of Western North Carolina, and many of our customers that bought at first in small quantities are now sending in large repeat orders. The mixtures are giving the greatest satisfaction. When ordering, please state whether for upland or lowland. Sow 25 to 30 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid, 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 lbs., $3.25; 25 lbs., $7.50; 50 lbs., $14.00. BEFORE BUYING GRASS SEED WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 45 MISCELLANEOUS AND FORAGE CROPS Buckwheat Buckwheat will make a crop quicker than any other grain, does well on any land but it is es- pecially adapted to poor land It is easy to grow and a good soil improver. When turned under it is fine to smother out weeds. Largely grown for bees, greatly increasing the production of honey. Should not be sown until eight or ten weeks be- fore frost, as the grains will not form in hot weather. Sow one bushel to the acre. JAPANESE — The earliest and most prolific of all buckwheat, makes the largest grain, and makes fine flour. Postpaid, lb., 20c; % pk., 70c; pk., $1.10; bu. (48 lbs.) $3.25. Barley (Beardless) Beardless Barley makes a bigger yield and is taller, larger and stiffer than the bearded vari- ety. Being beardless it is easily handled, and can be fed to stock without danger, same as oats ; cattle are very fond of the hay ; heads are six- rowed ; hulls remain tight after being cut ; long heads ; ripens 60 to 90 days. Can be sown in Au- gust and cut in October. For spring sow in February and March and cut in June. Sow 1% to 2 bu. to the acre. Postpaid, peck, 85c ; bu. (48 lbs.) $2.75. Mangel- Wurtzel or Stock Beets A splendid winter feed for cattle and hogs. Increases the milk flow. Yield larger crops than turnips, and are higher in feeding value. Plant in the spring in drills two to two and one-half feet apart, covering with one inch of soil firmly pressed down. Cultivate frequently. When about three inches high, thin out until the plants stand about ten inches apart. One ounce sows 50 ft. of drill. Sow 6 to 8 pounds to an acre. MAMMOTH LONG RED (NORBITON GIANT) — The best for stock feeding as it contains the most nutritive value The part of the beet above ground is red or rose colored and the part below ground is white. The flesh is white, tinged red or rose color. The roots grow very large and straight. Very productive and a good keeper. Postpaid, oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c. Not prepaid lb., 65c ; 5 lbs. and over, 50c per lb. GOLDEN TANKARD — The best known and most largely grown yellow mangel. Roots large, nearly cylindrical in shape, narrowing abruptly at both ends ; skin deep orange yellow ; flesh zoned yellow and white ; sweet and productive ; light gray above the ground, deep orange below. Espec- ially recommended for dairymen on account of its wonderful milk producing properties. Postpaid, oz., 10c ; % lb-, 25c ; lb., 75c. Not prepaid, lb., 65c ; 5 lbs and over at 50c per lb. Canada Field Peas Canada Field Peas make a fattening and milk producing food that will grow on land that will not produce a grain crop, and at the same time improve the soil by gathering and storing nitro- gen. In this respect it is almost equal to the clovers. They yield heavy crops that may be either grazed or made into hay that stock eat greedily and thrive on. Vines grow 4 to 5 feet high, but can be grazed when 6 to 10 inches high. If not grazed too closely, a second growth may be had. Pasturing the peas makes them stool out better and results in a finer growth of vine and a better hay. Sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow one bushel to the acre and plow in 4 inches deep and then drill in one bushel Oats to the acre to hold the vines off the ground. If sown alone use 1% bushels to the acre. Inoculate the Peas with Farmogerm. Postpaid; Gal. 90c; pk. $1.50; % bu. $2.75; bu. (60 lbs.) $5.00. Cane or Sorghum Is used for forage and making sorghum. One of the very best crops for dairy cattle that can be grown, giving bigger yields per acre than any other forage crop. Plant when the ground becomes thoroughly warm on a well drained clay loam in rows 3 ^ feet apart or sow broadcast. In drills use 5 to 8 lbs. to the acre. Broadcast sow 50 to 70 lbs. to the acre. Cultivate as you would corn. After the flowering stage is passed, but not earlier, it may be pastured or cut for fodder. Cane may be grown with cow peas and soy beans. EARLY AMBER — Produces a large yield of nutritious hay ; grows 10 to 12 ft. high, has ex- cellent stooling tendencies ; can be cut twice for hay if planted early. An excellent green or cured feed. Postpaid ; Gal. 60c ; pk. $1.05 ; % bu. $1.90 ; bu. (50 lbs.) $3.40. EARLY ORANGE — Considered by many to be the best yielder of all the cane forage crops ; pro- duces large stalks. About 10 days later than Amber. May be used for syrup. Postpaid; Gal. 60c; pk. $1.05; % bu. $1.90; bu. (50 lbs.) $3.40. Broom Corn, Improved Evergreen This is the best variety for making brooms ; is tall and straight with fine green color when cured. Plant 6 to 8 lbs. to an acre, 1 inch deep in 3% foot rows, thinning out to 8 to 10 inches apart in the rows. Cultivate early and often and harvest when seed becomes soft and milky. Postpaid, lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 45c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 10 lbs., $1.75. Not prepaid (bags included), lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 65c; 10 lbs., $1.20. Millet TENNESSEE GROWN CULTIVATED GOLD- EN MILLET — Millet furnishes food for live stock in the form of grain, fodder and pasture. Sow one bushel broadcast to the acre from the middle of May through July. Makes the best hay if cut in blossom and carefully cured. Can be used with Cow Peas, sowing 3 pecks of Millet and 1 bu. of Cow Peas to the acre. Postpaid; Pk. $1.10; % bu. $2.00; bu. (50 lbs.) $3.65. BEFORE BUYING FORAGE SEED WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. 46 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. MISCELLANEOUS AND FORAGE CROPS Seed Oats The spring varieties of Oats are planted from February to April and the fall varieties from September to November Usually 2 to 3 bu. are sown broadcast to the acre. Drilling requires 1*4 to 2 bu. to the acre. BURT OR NINETY-DAY— This is the quickest growing, most prolific, and surest cropping of all spring oats. It is a sure header, early maturing (about two weeks earlier than other varieties) and is rustproof. The healthy, clean and vigorous growth produces an abundant yield of bright, heavy grain. Burt Oats are especially adapted for poor soils. Postpaid, pk., 60c; y2 bu., 95c; bu. (82 lbs.), $1.65. RED RUSTPROOF — They are vigorous grow- ers, robust and productive, and have heavy heads. They are also preferred for sowing in the spring on low grounds and on land where other varie- ties seem inclined to rust. Postpaid, pk., 60c; y2 bu., 95c; bu. (32 lbs.), $1.65. WHITE SPRING — A very popular variety in Western North Carolina. It is an excellent yielder of bright, clean grain ; is extremely hardy and grows taller than other varieties. Postpaid, pk., 55c; y2 bu., 85c; bu. (32 lbs.), $1.45. WINTER TURF — The wide popularity of Win- ter Turf Oats is probably due to their hardiness, since there is no other variety that can with- stand such extreme co d. Experiments in prac- tically all climates prove that these Oats sel- dom winter kill. It has remarkable stooling ten- dencies and is a heavy yielder of bright grain which very often weighs 35 to 40 lbs. per bushel. Sow from September till November. Write for prices after August 1st. FULGHUM — The Fulghum is probably the most popu'ar of the rust-proof winter varieties. Its productiveness, probably more than any of its other good qualities, has contributed to the wide popularity it has attained. They stool out splen- didly, have large, full heads, fine, plump grains and strong straw that stands about 3 feet high, the length of the straw is well worth considering if the oats are to be cut for hay. Sow from Sep- tember till November. Write for prices after August 1st. Seed Rye Rye is a good crop to grow whether wanted for grain, for grazing, for green feed, for turn- ing under to improve the condition of the soil, and for growing as a cover crop to prevent win- ter leaching of plant food from the land. It will thrive on a greater variety of soils than wheat, does well in dry seasons and on lands too poor to produce a profitable crop of wheat. For feed- ing green rye will furnish green food earlier in the spring than most other forage plants. Sow 1 y2 bu. to the acre broadcast any time from July to December before freezing weather sets in. On poor land sow early. For grazing crop, we suggest sowing with Hairy or Winter Vetch. 25 to 30 lbs. of Vetch with one bushel of Rye to the acre. Inoculate the Vetch with Farmogerm. MOUNTAIN RYE — This rye is much hardier than other varieties and withstands the severest winters without injury. For this reason and because it is acclimatized we recommend it above all other ryes for use in this section. Ask for prices about the first of July. ABRUZZI RYE — The best rye for light lands. Gives a quick, vigorous growth with large well- filled heads. Matures earlier than Mountain rye. Ask for prices cbout July 1st. Seed Wheat Wheat is sown in this section during the months of October and November at the rate of 5 pecks to the acre. We stock both the slick and bearded varieties. For smut use 1 lb. copper sulphate to 20 gals, water. Rape — Dwarf Essex Rape is possibly the cheapest of all forage crops to produce. Requires only eight pounds of seed to the acre and practically the same seed bed preparation as corn. Unlike corn and many other crops. Rape requires no cu’tivation from the time it is seeded until it is ready to pasture. It is ready to pasture in about sixty days after seeding, one acre affording excellent forage for ten to fifteen hogs or sheep. Rape can be sown alone or in combination with other grain and grass crops. Rape sown in combination with oats makes excel- lent forage, the oats being drilled in at the rate of one bushel per acre and the rape seed sown broadcast at the rate of five to six pounds per acre. Another good combination and one pos- sibly used more extensively than all others Is RAPE SEED, OATS and RED CLOVER. Rape Seed five to six pounds per acre. Oats one bushel and Red Clover eight pounds per acre. Red Clover and Rape sown broadcast and the Oats drilled in. Forage crops such as Rape seed are especially desirable land coverings for the winter months when the soil is subject to washing, the firmly rooted plants adding stability to the soil as well as producing considerable revenue from land that would otherwise stand idle throughout the winter months. Rape is practically a year-round crop. With successive planting, Rape forage can be obtained for almost twelve months of the year. Seeding can be done from April to October, and usually as late as the last of November. Forage will be ready in late spring, growing luxuriantly throughout summer, fall and winter months and up until early spring. Rape can be sown to good advantage at the last plowing of corn, fol- lowing oats or wheat and other summer crops. Idle acres can be made to produce liberally dur- ing the winter months when no other crops are being grown and the crop pastured until spring when the land can be used for other purposes. Rape or the combinations mentioned above fur- nish splendid green feed for chickens very eco- nomically. _ Postpaid, lb. 25c; 5 lbs. $1.10; 10 lbs. $L85; 25 lbs. $4.00; 50 lbs. $7.00. BEFORE BUYING FORAGE SEED WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 47 MISCELLANEOUS AND FORAGE CROPS Mammoth Yellow Soy or Soja Beans Cow Peas Cow-Peas make one of the largest yielding and most nutritious forage crops known- There is also no surer or cheaper means of improving and increasing the productiveness of the soil. Cow Peas can be grown on any soil that is not too wet and do not require expensive fertilizer and improve the conditions of the soil by adding nitrogen to it, but a top dressing of 16% Acid will increase the yield and improve soil conditions •till further. Inoculating seed with Farmogerm will further increase the nitrogen gathering qual- ities of the peas and insure a still more abundant yield. Plant about 2 inches deep. Alone sow 1*£ bu. to the acre in May, June and July. To enable the vines to be cut and harvested to better advantage, one bushel of peas should be sown with % bushel of Soy Beans or with one peck of cane. For a hay crop, one bushel can be sown with three pecks of millet to the acre. WHIPPOORWILL — Is more largely grown than any other named variety, probably because of its long vine, usually six feet long, and because of its large yield of both hay and peas. It ma- tures early, makes an upright growth, making it easy to cut. Has brown speckled seeds that are easily threshed. Ask for prices the last of April BRABHAM — The seeds are similar in appear- ance to Whippoorwill, but smaller, and do not require to be seeded as thickly as otheT kinds. Is particularly valuable where it is desired to cure for hay. One of the best varieties for very poor land Ask for prices the last of ApriL CLAY — One of the medium late varieties. Vig- orous growth of vine and running habit. A good variety for soil- improving and very popular in all the Southern states. Ask for prices the last of April. MIXED COW PEAS — Preferred by many far- mers where the crop is intended for soil improv- ing ; they will grow thicker than separate va- rieties, producing better crop of vines and for- age. Ask for prices the last of April. Soy or Soja Beans Soy Beans have a higher feeding value than Cow Peas and stock seem to I ke the hay bet- ter. As a milk and butter producer. Soy Beans are equal to alfalfa and are considered superior to cotton seed meal and com ; makes an excellent winter feed for young cattle, sheep and horses when fed with roughage. Can be sown either broadcast at the rate of 1 to 1% bushels to the acre or in drills about a peck to the acre. Plant in May or June, not over 2 inches deep. Soy Beans can be grown with other crops, yielding a larger crop of forage, ^ bushel soy beans to one bushel of cow peas to the acre, or one bushel of soy beans with a peck of cans, make a good combination. 10 lbs. of Sudan Grass with 50 lbs. soy beans will give a better balanced feed as the Sudan Grass is low in pro- tein, while that of soy bean is high. If the seed is inoculated with Farmogerm, a better stand will be assured, growth will be promoted and soil conditions improved enormously. MAMMOTH YELLOW— We hand’e this variety only, as it is the most extensively grown for beans and forage, both of which it yields in great abundance. It grows more than 3 feet high, is erect in growth and can be cut with a mower. A«k for trices. Vetch — Hairy, or Winter Vetch is rap dly coming into favor as a winter cover crop, also desirable to plow under for green manure, or can be pastured or cut for hay. All kinds of stock relish it and thrive on it. It is claimed that a ton of Vetch Hay contains 50 lbs. of nitrogen and the roots and stubble 12^ lbs. more. Yields several tons of hay to the acre on good land. If sown in the spring, it will produce a crop which can be cut for hay in mid- summer and second growth pastured afterwards. Alone sow 50 to 60 lbs. to the acre. Can be used with Oats, sowing 25 to 30 lbs. of Vetch with 1 bu. Oats. In the fall when most generally sown, it is best to use 25 to 30 !bs. of Vetch with 1 bu. Rye. Cover seed 1 to 1% inches deep. September and October are the best months but ordinarily Nov- ember is not too late. Vetch does well on any well-drained land, is never known to winter kill, and is wonderfully drought resisting. We cannot too strongly recommend Vetch, especially for fall sowing. It not only protects the land from win- ter leaching, but furnishes a fine pasture in the early spring and if not grazed too closely can be cut for hay, and when turned under it im- proves the land immensely. When Vetch is sown in a field for the first time the seed should be innoculated. This can be done by using Farmo- germ. Ask for prices. Pop Corn A profitable crop especially for boys and girls to raise as it can be sold to grocers and popcorn venders. It is also one of the best crops for forage and early feed as it produces an abundant crop of the highest feeding value. For fodder plant % bu. to the acre in 3 to 4 foot rows. By July it is full grown and has an abundance of ears in the milk. This crop can be cut and fed to stock. It can ako be planted up to July 4th. When planted for corn it should be planted much thinner ,one stalk to the hill, every three or four inches in the row. Pop Corn and Cow Peaa Mixed — make an ideal combination and the cheap- est of hay. Use one-fourth bushel of Pop Corn, three-fourth bushels of Cow Peas per acre. It cures easily and makes a balanced ration. WHITE RICE — Best and most popular variety for popping. Pops pure white and the quality is the highest. Very prolific, producing 1 to 6 ears to the stalk. Postpaid, pkt. 10c ; % lb. 20e ; lb. 30c; 2 lbs. 55c; 5 lbs. $1.15; 10 lbs. $2.00. BEFORE BUYING FORAGE SEED WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. 48 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. SELECTED FIELD SEED CORN CULTURE — Grown for ears, 14 lbs. of seed per acre are planted in hills. For ensilage, 16 to 18 lbs. per acre planted in rows. For green feed crop use 50 to 100 lbs. per acre, broadcasted or planted thickly with a grain drill. Plant from April to July. To secure an abundant and paying crop use plenty of well rotted manure and 250 lbs. 16% Acid Phosphate per acre. Early Yellow Dent A high yielding, early maturing variety pro- ducing big yields on good land. A medium rough ear 10 to 12 inches long and bright yellow color. Grains are deep and closely set on small cob 14 to 16 rowed. Stalks are sturdy and have a dis- tinct two-eared characteristic, making this variety an extra heavy yielder. Especially popular, due to its early maturity and drought resisting qual- ities. Planted during early spring for a quick green feed crop and a main crop for grain. Matures in 90 to 100 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c ; 2 lbs. 30c; y2 pk. 65c; pk. $1.15; % bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. White Snowflake A splendid early maturing variety, giving a heavy yield of grain or fodder for ensilage ; also makes a good roasting ear and fine meal. Suitable alike for earliest planting or the main crop or as a catch crop as it can be planted as late as July. Large, moderately smooth ears, 8 to 11 inches long, with medium depth pure white grains and usually 2 ears to the stalk. Broad leaves borne on heavy stalks growing 7 to 8 feet tall allowing close cultivation. Ma- tures in 90 to 110 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c; 2 lbs. 30c; % pk. 65c; pk. $1.15; y2 bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. Boone County White Standard medium late maturing white variety, extensively used for grain and ensilage. The ears are from 9 to 12 inches long, 7% to %y2 inches in circumference, containing 18 to 24 rows, 1 to 2 ears to the stalk. The cob is medium size, and pure white in color. The ears are quite uniform in size, shape and appearance. Kernels are pearl white, quite deep. This variety grows a large stalk from 10 to 12 feet high, with an abundance of foliage. Will grow on poor thin land and produces a good crop even in dry seasons. Matures in 110 to 120 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c ; 2 lbs. 30c ; % pk. 65c ; pk. $1.15 ; V2 bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. A late maturing prolific variety, with very broad and firm flat grains. The ears average about 8 inches long. The cob is exceedingly small, not much larger than a man’s finger, and has 10 or 12 rows. Fine for meal and makes good roasting ears. It is especially recommended for high land and can be depended upon to pro- duce a crop on poor, thin land ; on good land it bears two or three ears to the stalk. Our seed in very carefully grown ; selected in the field, hand shelled, nubbed at both ends. Matures in 115 to 125 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c ; 2 lbs. 30c; % pk. 65c; pk. $1.15; y2 bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. Buncombe County Prolific This late maturing variety is particularly adapt- ed to heavy bottom lands and for seasons when there is an excess of rainfall. It is a rather hard flinty corn, pearly white on medium sized ears up to 12 inches long. Stalks are 10 to 12 feet tall, producing 2 to 5 ears. Good for ensilage and fine for making hominy and meal. This seed has been grown in Buncombe County for many years. It is selected in the field, hand shelled and nubbed at both ends. Matures in 115 to 125 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c ; 2 lbs. 30c ; y2 pk. 65c ; pk. $1.15; y2 bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. Eureka Ensilage. early maturing corn, being fine for ensilage, as it is tall and leafy, growing 12 to 15 feet high and producing an enormous growth of fodder. This corn also ranks high as a field corn, being a heavy yielder, producing one to two ears to the stalk, the ears frequently over 12 inches. Eureka corn should be grown on bottom lands and low grounds, as it is a prolific corn and such corn should only be grown on good land. Matures in 110 to 120 days. Postpaid, lb. 20c ; 2 lbs. 30c ; y2 pk. 65c; pk. $1.15; y2 bu. $2.10; bu. (56 lbs.) $4.00. BEFORE BUYING YOUR SEED CORN WRITE FOR CURRENT PRICES. This is an Boone County White Corn ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 49 COMMERCIAL FERTILIZERS Prices are for Cash, F.O.B. Asheville, subject to market change. When you are ready to buy, ask for firm price. No articles on this page, except Stim-U-Plant and Grogreen, can be mailed. The Yield And Quality Of Vegetables Depend Upon Continuous And Rapid Growth IT HAS BEEN DEMONSTRATED THAT MARKET-GARDEN CROPS OF THE BEST QUALITY ARE THOSE WHICH ARE GROWN UNDER CONDITIONS WHICH PERMIT OF A CONTINUOUS AND RAPID DEVELOPMENT. ANY DELAY IN THE GROWTH OF A LETTUCE OR RADISH CAUSES THAT SHARP AND PUNGENT FLAVOR OF THE FORMER AND THE BITTERNESS AND TOUGHENED FIBRE OF THE LATTER, BEETS BECOME STRINGY, ETC. PLANT FOOD OF THE RIGHT AMOUNT AND KIND CONTROLS THE YIELD AND QUALITY OF MARKET- GARDEN PRODUCTS MORE THAN ANY OTHER CONDITION, AND IT IS NEITHER WISE NOR ECONOMICAL TO DEPEND UPON THE NATURAL CONDITION OF THE SOIL OR THE AP- PLICATION OF STABLE MANURE ONLY FOR PROFITABLE CROPS. Acid Phosphate Analysis 16 Per Cent Available Phosphoric A.cid. Recommended for all gTain and grass crops on rich bottom lands ; also for cowpeas, soy beans, and for lands deficient in phosphoric acid. Beneficial results follow the addition of acid phosphate to stable, barnyard, sheep and poultry manure ; all manure being deficient in phosphoric acid but high in ammonia, the mix- ture giving a better balanced plant food. In- valuable to use after plowing under a cover crop. Acid Phosphate contains from 40 to 60 per cent calcium sulphate or land plaster, which is of value as an absorbent of liquid manures ; also as an insecticide against cucumber, melon and 6quash pests. Apply 300 to 600 lbs. to an acre. Price, Bag (200 lbs.) $2.65 ; ton $24.00. Grain And Grass Fertilizer Analysis : 2% Ammonia ; 8% Available Phos- phoric Acid ; 2% Potash. This is a quick act- ing and excellent fertilizer, especially prepared for grain and grass crops. The great popularity of this fertilizer is due to the increased produc- tion of crops and the permanent improvement of the soil that has resulted by its use. Also good for vegetables. Apply 500 to 700 lbs. per acre. Price — Bag, 200 lbs. $3.25 ; ton, $30.00. Vegetable and Potato Fertilizer Analysis : 4% Ammonia ; 8% Available Phos- phoric Acid ; 4 % Potash. Apply 800 to 1000 lbs. to the acre. This complete fertilizer is especi- ally prepared for beans, peas, cabbage, tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco, and all vegetables. The pro- portions are well balanced for soil conditions in this section. The ingredients dissolve quickly and supply available plant food immediately, pro- ducing wonderful results by the stimulation of the vegetable plants into a luxuriant growth. 100 lbs. $2.50 ; Bag (200 lbs.) $4.05 ; ton, $38.00. Pure Raw Bone Meal Approximate Analysis : 20% Available Phos- phoric Acid: 4 %% Ammonia equivalent td 3.70% Nitrogen. Bone Meal is an excellent slow acting fertilizer for all kinds of fruit trees, rose bushes, grape vines, bulbs, geraniums, ferns, palms, and other potted plants ; and for grass crops. It dissolves gradually, supplying food steadily during the growing season. For lawns, etc., use 200 lbs. to every 3000 square feet; one ton per acre and work in well. As a top dressing use one-half the above amount. Price, 5 lbs. 35c; 10 lbs. 60c; 25 lbs. $1.25; 50 lbs. $2.00: 100 lbs. $3.50; Bag (200 lbs.) $6.50; % ton $31.00; ton $60.00. Nitrate of Soda Used as a top dressing at the rate of one ounce to the square yard in the early spring and again when the plants are half grown. Can be mixed with its equal weight of acid phosphate and worked well into the soil. For home gardens it is safer to apply as a solution, using I ounce to 2 gals, of water. Keep off foliage. Nitrate of Soda is not a substitute for other fertilizers and is best used in connection with them to furnish plants a maximum amount of nitrogen. Price, lb. 10c; 5 lbs. 40c; 10 lbs. 70c; 25 lbs. $1.60 ; 50 lbs. $2.75; 100 lbs. $5.00. Pulverized Sheep Manure This is a pure, natural manure, and its effect is immediate. It is excellent for mixing with the Boil for greenhouse plants — one part of ma- nure and ten parts soil. Strewn over and dug into the flower or vegetable garden or placed di- rectly in drills or hills it promotes a rapid, steady growth until maturity. Being free from noxious weeds, it is vastly superior to stable ma- nure for enriching lawns. It makes the richest, safest and quickest Liquid Manure. For use in liquid form, 1 lb. to 6 gallons of water will make a liquid which can be used safely daily if necessary. For lawns and gardens apply 100 lbs. to every 1000 sq. ft., 1 to 2 tons per acre and work in thoroughly. As a top dressing us* one-half the above amount. Price, 6 Ibe. 80c; 10 lbs. 50c; 25 lbs. $1.00; 50 lbs. $1.75; Bag |100 lbs.) $3.00; 600 lbs. $13.75; L.000 lbs. $25.00; ton $48.00. Tobacco Dust The high percentage of potash and ammonia in this excellent fertilizer renders it invaluable for mulching. Can be used in connection with other fertilizers on lawns and for cucumbers, squash and melons, as it aids in driving off ants and other insects. Alone use 100 lbs. to every 1000 square ft. or one part Tobacco Dust with ten parts soil or equal weight of acid phosphate and work in. Price, 5 lbs. 30c; 10 lbs. 50c; 25 lbs. $1.00; 50 lbs. $1.75; Bag (100 lbs). $3.00. Pulverized Limestone The agricultural value of lime has been known for centuries, it is an economic neutralizer for soil acidity, also beneficial to the soil in many other ways ; it improves the texture of the soil, lets in air and moisture, liberates nitrogen and other plant food, makes your soil sweet, enlivens it ; that is, makes conditions favorable to plant growth by giving life to the soil bacteria which make it productive. Lime will be found very beneficial in the growing of all garden crops, fruit trees, and flowers. Use it on the lawn, as Kentucky Blue Grass will not grow in sour land. Apply 200 lbs. to every 1200 sq. ft. ; 2 to B tons to an acre. After liming it is advisable to wait until after a good rain before applying fertilizers. Bag (200 lbs.) $1.25; % ton, $5.50; ton $10.00. Stim-U-PIant A highly concentrated, odorless fertilizer for the vegetable and flower garden, shrubs and house plants. The analysis is guaranteed 11 per eent nitrogen, 12 per cent phosphoric acid, 15 per cent potash, an ample amount of each plant food to insure a quick and strong growth of all plants, earlier maturity of garden vegetables, and a generous supply of blooms from flowering plants. Postpaid, 10-tablet pkg. 15 cts. ; 30-tablet pkg. 25 cts. ; 100-tablet pkg. 76 cts. ; 1000-tablet pkg. $3.50. Grogreen A wonderful fern food and indoor plant stim- ulator. Postpaid ; 4 oz. pkt. 12c ; 5 pks. 50c ; Not prepaid, pkt. 10c. 50 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. INSECTICIDES AND FUNGICIDES No Article On This Page Can Be Mailed Except Those Quoted “Postpaid” Please write for prices in larger Quantities than quoted below, stating quantity wanted. ARSENATE OF LEAD — An arsenical poison for use against “chewing” insects. Use 1 to IY2 lbs. Arsenate of Lead to 50 gal- lons of water. Arsenate of Lead is also used in combination with Bordeaux Mixture and Dry Lime Sulphur as described under those articles. Price y2 lb. 20c; lb. 35c; 3 lbs. 75c. “BLACK LEAF 40”— Destroys “sucking” in- sects such as Aphis (Plant Lice), Thrips, Leaf Hoppers. Contains 40% of nicotine. One ounce bottle makes about 6 gallons ; x/2 lb. bottle makes from 40 to 150 gallons. Price 1 oz. 35c ; % lb. bottle $1.25 ; 2 lb. tin $3.50 ; 10 lb. tin $13.50. BORDEAUX MIXTURE — A standard fungi- cide and may be used in combination with in- secticides. Its use is indispensable in the con- trol of black rot of grapes and the blight of pota- toes. It is also used for apple-scab, bitter-rot, cedar rust, leaf spot and downy mildew. Use 6 to 7 pounds to 50 gallons of water. To make a combined Fungicide and Insecticide, add 3 to 4% lbs. Arsenate of Lead to 150 gallons of the diluted mixture. Postpaid, lb. 35c ; 4 lbs. $1.00. Not prepaid, lb. 25c ; 4 lbs. 80c. CALCIUM ARSENATE— Used as dust for Bean Beetle and Potato Bugs. Mix 1 lb. Calcium Ar- senate with 9 lbs. Hydrated Lime. Apply 15 to 20 lbs. of mixture per acre. Lb. 25c ; 3 lbs. 50c. CARBOLA — A cold water disinfectant paint that dries white. Superior to whitewash, as it is recommended to kill lice, mites, fly eggs, etc., and as a preventative for contageous diseases that effect stock and poultry. 5 lbs. make 5 gals. Postpaid, 5 lbs. 90c ; 10 lbs. $1.50. Not prepaid, 5 lbs. 75c; 10 lbs. $1.25. COPPER SULPHATE (Blue Stone or Vitriol)— Used in making Bordeaux Mixture in combina- tion with hydrated lime ; usual proportions for use on most fruit trees, potato and tomato plants, grapes, vegetables, etc., being 4 lbs. Copper Sulphate, 4 lbs. Lime, 50 gals, water. For peach and Japanese plum trees, shrubbry, etc., around the house proportions should be 3 lbs. Copper Sulphate, 3 lbs. Lime to 50 gals, water. For smut in grain, 1 lb. Copper Sulphate to 20 gals, water, and use as quickly as possible. As a poul- try laxative, use 1 oz. to 10 gals, water. Postpaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. 95c; 10 lbs. $1.65. Not prepaid, lb. 20c ; 5 lbs. 75c ; 10 lbs. $1.40. COW EASE — A light spray for using on cows and horses to prevent flies, gnats and mosquitoes. Postpaid, qt. 65c; y2 gal. $1.10; gal. $1.75. Not prepaid, qt. 50c ; % gal. 85c ; gal. $1.50. DOWCO — A powdered combination of Bordeaux and Arsenate of Lead, thus forming a remedy for both fungus diseases and “chewing” insects on flowers, vegetables, potatoes, tomatoes, mel- ons, berries, grapes, etc Fine for roses, etc., ex- cept against Aphis, Thrips and Leaf Hoppers, for which add “Black Leaf 40” to Dowco. Also an effective summer spray for all fruit trees except peach and Japanese plum. Dowco does not freeze and is a most satisfactory material for all grow- ers and being dual purpose is particularly adapted for home gardens. Use 1 lb. with 6 to 8 gals, water. Price, y2 lb. 20c ; lb. 35c ; 4 lbs. $1.20. FLY DEATH — A spray for use around the house against flies and mosquitoes. Outfit con- sists of a tin sprayer and 6 oz. can of liquid. Postpaid, 60c ; not prepaid 50c. Refils (6 oz. cans) Postpaid 30c; not prepaid 25c. Quart, postpaid $1.15 ; not prepaid, quart $1.00. FISH OIL SOAP (Formerly Called Whale Oil Soap) — Used for combating many insects infest- ing trees, vines and plants. Particularly adapted for indoor use on palms, etc. Postpaid ; 1 lb. Can 40c ; 6 Cans $1.75. Not prepaid ; 1 lb. Can 30c ; 6 Cans $1.50. DRY LIME SULPHUR— For control of all scales, San Jose, Oyster Shell, etc., when trees are m a dormant state, use 12 to 15 lbs. to 50 gallons of water. n. contr°l Apple and Pear Scab, use 3 to 4 lbs. Dry Lime Sulphur and 1 lb. Arsenate of Lead to 50 gals, of water. For summer spray to make a combined Insecti- cide and Fungicide, use 2% to 3 lbs. Dry Lime Sulphur and 1 to 1 % lbs. of Arsenate of Lead to 50 gallons of water. Postpaid, lb. 40c; 5 lbs. $1.45; 10 lbs. $2.25. Not prepaid, lb. 30c ; 5 lbs. $1.25 ; 10 lbs. $2.00. MAGNESIUM ARSENATE— Used for controll- ing the Bean Beetle pest and will not burn the tender bean foliage. 2 lbs. makes 100 gals, solu- tion, sufficient to spray one acre. 2 lb. pkg. 75c. n , m — insecticide tor Peach Tree Borer. In May or during September and October use % to 1% ounces to each tree, depending on size. Also used for killing ants in lawns ; roaches, water bugs, etc., in kitchens and pantries ; moths and weevils in granaries and clothes closets Postpaid, lb. 60c ; 5 lbs. $2.20 ; 10 lbs. $4.00. Not prepaid, lb. 50c ; 5 lbs. $2.00 ; 10 lbs. $3.75. PYRQX--A paste combination of Bordeaux Mix- ture and Arsenate of Lead, forming thereby a remedy for fungus and “chewing” insects, on vegetables and small fruits. Also used for spray- ing orchards except peach and Japanese plum. Use 1 lb. with 4 to 5 gals, of water. Price, lb. 50c ; 5 lbs. $1.75 ; 10 lbs. $3.00. RED CROSS RAT AND MOUSE EMBALMER — A most effective poison against rats and mice. It dries them up, mummifies the dead bodies and leaves no odor, providing a sufficient amount is used to insure every rat getting enough. Used by biggest flour mills, grocers, railroads, etc., m United States. Price, 25c; 50c; $1.00. SLUG SHOT — A fine powder, easily distributed by duster, bellows or in water by spraying. It is thoroughly reliable in killing worms, bugs, fungi, etc., on roses and vegetables. Stronger than hellebore and can be used on ripening fruits, berries and vegetables, as it is practically non poisonous to man. Postpaid, lb. 30c; 5 lbs. 75c; 10 lbs. $1.40. Not prepaid, lb. 25c; 5 lbs. 60c; 10 lbs. $1.15. SULPHO TOBACCO SOAP — A combination of Nicotine, Sulphur and Soap for spraying against Aphis, Mealy Bug, Red Spider and many other sucking insects ; especially recommended for Roses. 8 oz. cake makes 4 gals, solution. Also an excellent soap for dogs and other animals. Postpaid, 30c; Not prepaid 25c; 5 cakes $1.00. SULPHUR (Commercial Flour) — Non poisonous material for dusting roses, strawberries and all flower and vegetable plants against mildew. Also for making Self-Boiled Lime Sulphur which is used as a summer spray on peach trees. Used also for poultry and stock feeding at rate of 1 lb Sulphur to 100 lbs. feed. Postpaid, lb. 20c; 5 lbs. 50c; 10 lbs. 85c. Not prepaid, lb. 10c; 5 lbs. 35c; 10 lbs. 65c. 90-10 DUST — A poison combination consisting of 90% Sulphur and 10% Arsenate of Lead. Splendid for dusting roses and all plants against mildew and “chewing” insects. Price, lb. 10c; 5 lbs. 35c; 10 lbs. 65. VERMINGO — Insecticide and Disinfectant. It kills by contact, bed bugs, roaches, fleas, moths, lice, ants, etc. Use freely in house as disinfec- tant. Postpaid, pint, 65c ; qt, $1.05 ; gal. $2 75 Not prepaid, pt., 50c ; qt., 85c ; gal. $2 50 V 7, “7" wcouujrca X uisun ivy, weeds and Grass anywhere that vegetation is not want- ed To be diluted at the rate of 1 quart to 8 to 10 gallons water. Quart, 75c. 51 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. HUDSON BULL DOG BARREL SPRAYER The Hudson Bull Dog Sprayer develops a work- ing pressure of 200 lbs. It is adapted for orchard work, vineyards, spraying shade trees and orna- mental shrubs, for use with stock dips and dis- infectants in stock yards, cattle pens, hog houses, chicken ranches, etc., or for whitewash and cold- water paints. Easily moved from place to place in a wagon or sled. Pump is of compound, high pressure, horizontal type. Fitted with ball valves accessible without dismantling the pump : Seamless brass cylinder and piston with brass bushings : Large air chamber and 200 lb. pressure gauge. Tank is a 50 gallon welded steel barrel which will not warp or dry out. Fitted with swinging agitator. Fast- ened to skids with steel straps. Skids are of first grade lumber, securely bolted together. Well painted. Discharge Equipment consists of 6 feet of %-inch spray hose and a 4-foot extension rod, — total 10 feet. Ideal spray nozzle and leakless brass shut-off valve. Fitted for two leads of hose, one outlet capped. No, 47, Complete as shown, $60.00. Hudson Bamboo Spray Pole Hudson Bamboo Spray Poles are brass lined. This lining is in one piece, locked to the poles at both ends. Will not turn inside the bamboo,, be- cause of the special end castings. Fitted with adjustable brass drip shield and stop cock. Re- commended for all work where an extension rod longer than 4 feet is required. No. 44. 10 ft. Price with stop cock $3.90. Perfection Compressed Air Sprayer The Perfection Sprayer combines all the essen- tial features of a successful compressed air spray- er. The tank is riveted and soldered exactly like a steam boiler. It will withstand any pressure with perfect safety to the operator. The pump is all brass and properly proportioned. The Nozzle is the most satisfactory shut-off nozzle made ; it will close tight under any pressure and there is consequently no leakage or damage to clothing, floors, etc. It will handle all solutions. The Perfection is a practical Sprayer for use around the orchard, barn, outhouses ; on truck farms ; in onion, melon and small potato fields. It will handle whitewash and eold-water paints in a most satisfactory manner. The uses are many and varied. Tank — 7% inches diame- ter, 20 inches high ; capacity ap p roxtmately four gallons. Made in either galvanized or brass. The brass tank is recommen d e d when ever a strongly corro- sive solution is used, because it resists the ac- tion of the so- lution better than the gal- vanized. Cop- per - bearing g a 1 v a n ixed sheet is used .... . exclusively i n the galvanized tank, as that is rust resisting and gives the sprayer a longer life. Brass Tank $9.50 Galvanized Tank 6.50 If to be sent parcel post please add 25e to cover postage and packing. Hudson Junior Sprayer The Hudson Junior Sprayer is a high pressure compressed air sprayer. It is particularly adapted for the backyard gar- den or small truck farm, for use around the chicken house, in the dairy barn, hog pen, or for disinfect- ants in hotels, res- taurants, theatres & other public build- ings. It is substan- tially made and thor- oughly tested under actual working con- ditions at factory. Galvanized Tank — 6% in. diameter, 17 in. long; capacity approximately 214 gallons. Pump — 1 % inches diameter, 15 inches long, seamless brass tubing. Equipped with special cupped Hudson leather and heavy rod. Valve is brass, automatic in operation, operates perfectly under all pressures. Seals into tank by a half turn of the handle. Releases by reversing the process. Postpaid, $5.25 ; Not prepaid $5.00. Aphis Fitting No. 146 For use with Perfection and Hudson Junior Sprayers. The at- tachment permits spraying under surfaces of low-lying plants and shrubs. Postpaid, 35c ; Not pre- paid, 30c. 52 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. ARMSTRONG STANDARD SPRAY PUMP The Armstrong Standard Spray Pump is a very simple and unusually powerful direct acting pump that meets every spraying requirement. It may be used with a bucket, barrel or knapsack — for spraying fruit and garden crops, disinfecting, whitewashing, spraying cattle dip and fly spray, washing automobiles, fire fighting and countless other purposes. Pump only for Spraying from Bucket. With the Armstrong you do your work with the maximum of speed and a minimum of effort. Made entirely of brass, there is nothing about it to dry out or rust, no leather washers to rot. So simple that there is nothing about it to get out of order, it is always ready for instant use. By different combinations of the nozzles, sprays are produced, varying according to the need, from a fine mist to a straight stream. The nozzle for spraying tall trees is made to produce a mist- like spray in the tree — not at the nozzle. The solu- tion is thrown in pai-ticles of sufficient size to Armstrong Standard Pump With Knapsack And Potato Extension Attachment. carry well into the topmost branches of a tree 35 feet high. When they strike against branch, twig and leaf, they are broken into a mist that completely covers all surrounding parts. The force of this spray resists the wind and penetrates the thickest foliage. You can spray the tallest fruit tree from the ground. Postpaid Not Postpaid Pump Only $ 5.10 $5.00 Knapsack 4.15 4.00 Potato Extension 1.10 1.00 Veterinary Nozzle 55 .50 Complete Outfit 10.90 10.50 Extra Hose, Per Ft..... 20 .18 Hudson Continuous Sprayer Rainbow Liquid Sprayer The Rainbow Sprayer is very serviceable for light work, and is economical in the use of ma- terial. Used for liquid sprays on flowers . and vegetables, and for handling Cow Ease, Vermingo, Noxicide and other disenfectants around the home, chicken houses, etc. Tank: one full quart capa- city ; made of heavy tin, lockseamed and leak- proof. Postpaid 60c. Not prepaid 50c. Hudson Crescent Sprayer The Hudson Crescent possesses sanitary fea- tures which appeal to many people. Any quart size Mason jar can be used. A change from one solution to another can be made by simply chang- ing jars. It is a strong, well made _ sprayer equipped with double discharge tubes which pro- duce a wide fan-shaped spray. Pump is heavy tin. Tank is quart glass Mason jar, furnished with gasket to prevent leakage. Postpaid, 90c; Not prepaid, 75c. The Hudson Continuous Sprayer delivers a fine- ly divided, atomized mist continuously. Will han- dle any solution which does not contain sediment. All working parts are brass with removable syphon tube and check valve. Pump is heavy brass. Sets into top of tank and is securely sold- ered, making a very rigid construction. Tank is heavy brass sheet. Capacity one full quart. Lock- seamed and thoroughly soldered. Postpaid, $1.35. Not Prepaid, $1.25. Hudson Bellows Duster The Hudson Bellows Duster is used with Arsen- ate of Lead, Calcium Arsenate and other powd- ered insecticides in truck gardens, potato patches, tobacco fields, cotton fields, etc. The funnel un- screws from the bellows so that the powder is put directly inside the duster. It is kept con- stantly agitated by the action of the bellows, pro- viding a uniform discharge. Postpaid, $2.00. Not prepaid, $1.75. Hudson Powder Sprayer The Hudson Powder Sprayer will handle all dry powdered insecticides such as Slug Shot, Calcium Arsenate, etc., in a very satisfactory and econom- ical manner. It is particularly adapt- ed to combat the Bean Beetle pest as the powder can be blown up under the leaves. Tank: Made of heavy tin, hold- ing about one quart ; lockseamed and leakproof. Postpaid, 60c. Not prepaid, 50c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 53 ORCHARD, LAWN AND GARDEN TOOLS Hudson Garden Plow COMBINED HILL AND DRILL SEEDER AND SINGLE OR DOUBLE WHEEL HOE. The Hudson Garden Plow is a favorite with truck farmers and home gardeners. It is a great time saver and pays for itself in a few days. The Plow and double-pointed shovel, are made of regular plow steel. Surfaces are polished and lacquered and cutting edges sharpened. Combi- nation Rake and Scuffer hoe is malleable iron with carbon steel blade. Frame is steel with adjustments for varying the pitch of the tools. Handles are seasoned hardwood, reinforced at tips with steel straps to prevent splitting, and adjustable in height. Wheel is 24 inches high with 1*4 inch tire, insuring easy running. Price, $4.50. This is a most popular and complete tool, especially planned for all garden work. In a single operation it will open its own furrow, sow in continuous rows or drop in hills, cover the seed with loose soil, pack it with a roller and mark the next row. All vegetables— Asparagus, Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Onion, Cucumber, Melons, Spinach, Radish, Peas, etc. — are planted with No! 315, in a most accurate manner, insuring an even stand a.nd a well laid out garden. The changes from hill to drill seeder or single wheel hoe for cultivation of vegetables are made with ease and rapidity. All tools shown on the illustration ac- company this tool. Price, complete $12.50. POST HOLE DIGGER — Hardwood handles, round taps, square shoulders, fitted into one solid socket and bolted ; one piece solid steel blades of first quality ; blades 9 inches long. Digs 6-inch hole ; length over all, 57 inches ; point of blades polished. Not Prepaid. $2.00. THREE PIECE GARDEN SET. Set of Three Tools : One regular Trowel, one Transplanting Trowel, and one Weeder. All made of heavy pressed steel, handsomely finish- ed. Price, per set. Prepaid, 85c. Not Prepaid, 75c. GARDEN TROWEL No. T10— Six-inch heavy crucible steel forged one piece, half polished and green enameled blade. Wrought ferrule. Hard- wood handle. Postpaid, $1.00 ; Not Prepaid, 90c. GARDEN TROWEL No. T15— 6 inch one-piece crucible steel blade and socket, half polished and green enameled. 8%-inch handle. Postpaid, 60c ; Not Prepaid, 50c. GARDEN TROWEL No. T20— 6-inch rolled steel, riveted blade, half polished and green en- ameled. Malleable tang. Postpaid, 45c; Not Prepaid, 35c. D A NDELION WEEDER No. 88 — Made of one piece of hard stiff steel. Ground point and black enam- eled handle. Can also be used for an asparagus knife. Postpaid, 35c. Not Prepaid, 25c. WATERING POTS Galvanized Not Prepaid 4 qt. $ .75 6 qt. $ .85 8 qt. $1.00 10 qt. $1.15 12 qt. $1-80 16 qt. $1.50 54 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. ORCHARD, LAWN AND GARDEN TOOLS— Cont DISSTON PRUNING SAW No. 19— Crucible blued steel blade ; polished flat steel frame, slightly tapered ; riveted socket ; swivel stretcher ; adjustable blades ; beechwood handle. Postpaid $2.10. Not Prepaid, $2.00. DISSTON PRUNING SAW No. 4— Duplex, dou- ble edge, cast steel blade, polished. Quick act- ing teeth on one side and plain teeth on reverse edge ; beechwood handle, polished ; 3 brass screws ; 16 inches. Postpaid, $1.85. Not Prepaid, $1.75. DISSTON PRUNING SAW No. 50— Crescent shape ; crucible steel blade, polished, carved beech- wood handle, brass screws ; 14 inches. Postpaid, $1.35. Not Prepaid, $1.25. DISSTON POLE PRUNERS— A practical tool for orchardists, for- esters, farmers and other users of pruning tools. The stout solid steel hook on the end of the pole is hooked to branch to be cut ; a pull on the lever and the operation is completed. Immediately the lever is brought back into position for another cut by a coil spring at- tached to pole and lever. 6 ft., $4.00; 8 ft., $4.50; 10 ft., $5.00; 12 ft., $6.00. Cannot be mailed. PRUNING SHEAR No. V30 — Extra heavy carved blade and hook, forged from highest grade crucible steel. 20 inches long. Postpaid, $3.15. Not Prepaid, $3.00. LADIES’ PRUNING SHEAR No. D&— Forged Cutlery Steel ; 6 inch blades. Postpaid, $1.40. Not Prepaid, $1.25. aa DISSTON PRUNING SAW No. 7— Cast steel blade, applewood handle, polished edges ; 2 brass screws, length 18 inches. Postpaid, $1.60. Not Prepaid, $1.50. HEDGE SHEAR No. 900 — Forged crucible steel notched, hammer finish ; hardwood handles ; blade 9 inches. Postpaid, $2.75. Not Prepaid, $2.50. DISSTON’S LITTLE GIANT TREE PRUNER AND SAW— A thorough- ly practical and very useful tool for the small orchard and private estate. Furnished only as illustrat- ed without pole or rope. Postpaid, $3.60. Not prepaid, $3.35. PRUNING SHEAR No. 312 — California pat- tern. Length 9 in. High grade temper- ed steel blade. Double flat brass springs. Adjustable ratchet nut. Postpaid, $1.45. Not prepaid, $1.85. PRUNING SHEAR No. 311 — California pat- tern. Length 9 in. Tempered tool steel blade. Vo- Not prepaid, 95c. lute spring. Postpaid, $1.05. GRAFTING WAX Trowbridge’s Grafting Wax has been on the market for over fifty years. It is the oldest and best on the market. Postpaid, y2 lb. Cake 35c. Not prepaid, 30c. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 55 ORCHARD, LAWN AND GARDEN TOOLS— Cont. GARDEN RAKE— BLUE GRASS No. 14B — Made en- tirely from best quality steel, with | inch head, teeth and head cut from one solid piece of steel, round steel bow, electrically welded to the head. Teeth distinctly curved. Straight grain white ash han- dle. Not Prepaid, $1.25. GARDEN RAKE— BLUE GRASS No. 14 —Best quality steel. The teeth are made of pol- ished steel in pairs solidly riveted to the channel steel head. The end teeth are crimped, which pre- vents their bending sideways. Made with wrought steel braced tang, making it the strongest and most durable rake on the market. Straight grain white ash handle. Not Prepaid, $1.00. GARDEN RAKE— BLUE RIBBON No. 14 — Made en- tirely from high carbon wrought steel with £ inch head teeth and head cut from one solid piece of steel. Teeth slightly curved ; straight grain white ash handle. Not Prepaid, 75c. LAWN RAKE No. P24 — Steel wire teeth rakes have always been particularly suit- able for raking lawns. They stir the soil around roots o f grass with out digging up o r disturbing young seedlings of the lawn. Not Prepaid, 75c. OLE OLESON — Wood head, teeth and handle; malleable socket and lugs ; socket fastened to head by two lugs that grip around the head. Straight grain white ash handle. Length of head 23 in- ches ; 26 teeth 3^ inches long. This is a splendid rake to use on very fine smooth lawns, but is not adapted for rough ground. Mnt prepaid, $1.00. DANDELION RAKE P. E. 15— Unequalled for I'emov'ng yellow dandelions. When it is pulled across the lawn, the stems, leaves and blossoms are wedged between its teeth and easily pulled out. It is also a first class rake for general work. Not Prepaid, $1.00. The “Out-U-Kum” Weed Puller AN ENTIRELY NEW PRINCIPLE A slight Push and Pull thorough- ly loosens the surrounding soil and removes not only the weed, but the entire root. Indorsed by New York State Agricultural Experiment Sta- tion. A thoroughly practical tool that does the trick. Postpaid, 85c ; Not Prepaid, 75c. REDDICK MOLE TRAP 1^1 ~^e result of 40 years of study of all manner of methods for exterminating moles. In them are combined the best features of all former de- vices. Reddick Mole Traps are re- commended by golf experts. They have been adopted by many of America’s leading country clubs. Postpaid, $1.25. Not prepaid, $1.00. PLANTING Not Prepaid, 75c. DIBBLE — In- dispensable foi setting out al i sorts of plants. Postpaid, 85c. TURF EDGER No. 157— Polished steel blade of e x c e llent quali t y, bro- nze finish, so- lid shank, 4 ft. white ash hand 1 e. This t oo 1 trims smoothly all sods and is a great labor-saver. Price, $1.50. MIDGET WEED- ER — Has a nine- inch handle and is designed for cultivating flow- ers, small shrub- bery, etc., where the most careful hand work is required. It is the ideal implement for the thou- sands of women who tend a small garden. Postpaid, 55c ; Not Prepaid, 50c. MAGIC WEEDER No. O.M. — Four bright heavy steel wires are securely mount- ed in black ebonized handle ; 1% in. bright steel blade fast- ened securely on back for cut- ting large weeds, etc. Length handle 6 in- ches. It is fa- mous the wo- r’d over for. its usefulness. Postpaid, 55c. Not Prepaid, 50c. GRASS SHEAR No. V52 — Trowel shank. Cut- lery steel. 6-inch blade. Green enameled han- dle and spring. Full polished edges. Postpaid, 85c. Not prepaid, 75c. 56 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. ORCHARD, LAWN and GARDEN TOOLS— (Cont’d) FLORAL SET No. BF3 — Composed of hoe, shovel and rake. The handles Floral Set No. BF3. are short, making them particularly ada- pted for working in flower beds or chil- dren’s gardens. Post- paid, $2.25. Not Pre- paid, $2.00. ^^S^TrLaej'l ~ e mVe i; GARDEN HOE (Pine Knot) — Best quality steel blade, polished ; fitted Btraight grain white ash handle thoroughly sea- soned. Price, Not Prepaid, $1.00. GARDEN HOE (Cyclone) — Same style as “Pine Knot” hoe illustrated above but made of cast steel. Straight grain white ash handle. Not prepaid, 75c. LADIES’ HOE — First quality steel, polished, gold bronzed shank and ferrule, straight-grained white ash handle. A durable hoe of light weight for the garden and flower culture. Not Prepaid, 65c. POTATO HOOK (4 and straight grain Price, 4 tines. No. 144, Not tines) — Broad oval tines of re- markable dur- ability ; strai- g h t shank ; plain ferrule ; 4 % feet white ash handle. Prepaid, $1.00. Price, 6 tines. No. 145, Not Prepaid, $1.50. MANURE FORK— Strap ferrule; gold and blue finish ; straight grain white ash handle. We offer only one fork ; a superior quality in steel ; tines 10 inches long ; spread 8 inches wide ; 4% ft. handle. Not Prepaid, $1.50. SPADING FORK — Fine bronze finish; angular steel tines of first quality ; straight grained white ash handle. This tool is indispensable to all gardeners in preparing hotbeds, etc., for small seeds. Not Prepaid, $1.75. UNHANDLED EYE HOE— Finest quality crucible steel ; can be filed or sharpened ; seven inch blade. Postpaid, 85c. Not prepaid, 75c. With handle ; Not prepaid $1.00. GARDEN WEEDER (Two Prong ^ — First quality steel blade, polished ; steel shank. Good for light work. Not prepaid, 65c. GARDEN WEEDER (One Prong)— Steel blade of superior quality. A good tool for light work. Not Prepaid, 60c. SHORT HANDLE SHOVEL— Extra cast steel; plain back socket strap ; straight grain white ash hanlle. Used for dirt, coal, manure, etc. Price, Not Prepaid, $2.00. SHORT HANDLE SPADE— Square point, polished ; 12 in. blade length, 7*4 in. width ; handle best white ash 27 inches long. Not Prepaid, $2.00. WEEDING HOE (Southern Queen) — First quality steel blade ; half polished; straight grain white ash handle. A strong durable imple- ment capable of pulverizing tough soils. Not prepaid, $1.25. GRASNIP NO. 2 A practical all-around shear, for grass, vines, light shrubbery, etc., 6 inch cutlery steel blades ; malleable green enameled hand grip. 12 inches over all. Postpaid, $1.10. Not prepaid, $1.00. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 57 ORCHARD, LAWN AND GARDEN TOOLS— Cont’d. GRASS HOOK No. 3 — With pa- te n t e d offset. Swings perfectly in the hand with little muscular ef- fort. Forged cut- lery steel. Temp- ered, ground sharp and whetted. Postpaid, 85c Not Prepaid, 75c. GRASS HOOK No. 2 — Forged crucible steel, carefully, temper- ed, ground sharp, ready for use. Postpaid, 75c. Not prepaid 65c. BADGER GRASS HOOK — Scythe pattern. Blue en- ameled blade. Red enameled malle- able shank. Red corrugated handle. Postpaid, 75c. Not Prepaid, 65c. GRASS HOOK No. 6— Long handle, (43 inches) grass hook, 12 inches ; cru- cible blade, tempered and ground. Postpaid, $1.50. Not Prepaid, $1.25. Water Ballast Lawn Buch Water Ballast Rollers have high carbon steel axles and roller bearings. The electrically welded steel drum may be filled with water or sand to increase the weight. It is the most sat- isfactory roller on the market. It is durable and strong ; can be made any weight up to capacity of individual roller, and is easy to handle. WEIGHTS No. Dia. In. Length In. Empty Filled with Water PRICE 601 14 24 70 175 $17.00 602 18 24 85 265 20.00 603 24 24 110 420 23.00 604 24 32 130 566 26.00 RAINBOW HOSB NOZZLE — Run* on a hard fibre washer which ab- sorbs yater and eliminates all wear and leaks. Gives nther a full or soft stream or fine spray and a positive shut off. Postpaid, 85c; Not Prepaid, 76c. HOSE COUPLINGS Postpaid, pair 35c. CHEROKEE GARDEN OR LAWN HOSE— A 5-8 inch sun- proof red rubber hose that wont kink. Best grade of rub- ber used and No. 10 hard fin- ish fish net twine instead of soft cotton ; couplings included but nozzle is extra. Price. 15c, per ft. Hose Reel \ Hose Reel No. 10. The very best Hose Reel on the market for lawn or garden. It is a tubular all- metal reel. Simple in construction, eas- ily manipulated and exceptionally durable. The corrugated iron drum is 9 inches in diameter ; the wheels are 21^4 inches in diameter ; capacity, 100 ft. of hose. Do not wear the hose out dragging around on the ground. The reel keeps it clean and makes the best of care simple. Price, $5.00. Rainbow Lawn Sprinkler Revolves rapidly on any pressure. Wearing and friction almost eliminated by use of water absorbing fibre washers. Made of Brass. Will not stick or corrode. Distributes about 5 gal- lons of water per minute evenly over every por- tion of ground 20 feet from sprinkler. Will indefinitely, without repair or attention, do the work it was built for. A lasting source of sat- isfaction at a fair price. No. 5 — Stands 4 inches high. 7 inches revolv- ing head. Postpaid, $2.25. Not prepaid, $2.00. 58 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. PENNSYLVANIA LAWN MOWERS Pennsylvania Lawn Mowers are the result of many years of scientific study, combined with practical knowledge of many and varied condi- tions under which they may be used. It is known everywhere as the lawn mower of quality. Let this quality solve the ever perplexing troubles of a smooth running and even cutting machine. Pennsylvania Junior Ball Bearing The Pennsylvania Junior has all the good points that a high grade mower should have and some features that make it the most per- fect grass cutter in the world. Its self-sharpen- ing features alone will make it worth its cost to the user, as it will save this expense until the blades are worn out, in average use a dozen years or more. Blades : Five crucible tool steel, oil hardened and water tempered. Gears : A triple set on each side. Wheel Base extra long, cuts smoothly over uneven ground. Wheels 10 inches ; open spokes. Bottom Knife : Raised edge of tempered, crucible tool steel. Height of Cut: % to 1 5-16 inch. Will cut grass 6 inches high. Price 17 in., $30.00; 19 in. $33.00. Great American Ball Bearing The Great American Ball Bearing is the best all-around mower of its type in the world. The perfectly-fitting ball cups and cones insure an easy running machine. Blades : Five crucible tool steel, oil hardened and water tempered. Gears : Double ; one in each drive wheel ; cone and cups, hardened tool steel ; extra large balls of highest quality. Wheels : 10 inches. Bottom Knife : Self-sharpening ; raised edge ; crucible tool steel, insuring long service. Height of Cut: % to 1% inches, will cut grass 6 inches high. Price 17 inch $22.50 ; 19 inch $25.00. Delta Ball Bearing Best value in a low priced ball bearing mower. Blades : Four crucible tool steel, hardened and tempered. Gears : Internal : one in each wheel. Bearings : Full “Pennsylvania Quality” bearingB. Wheels : 8 inches ; spoke rim. PartB : Malleable and cast ; accurately machined to insure noise- less service. Bottom Knife : Enos patent ; self sharpening ; tempered spring steel. Height of Cut: y2 to 1*4 inches. Will cut grass 5 inches high. Price, 16 in. $12.00. Orchid Ball Bearing A splendid medium priced ball bearing mower that gives wonderful service. Blades : Four crucible tool steel, hardened and tempered. Gears : Internal, one in each wheel, covered by dust-proof cap. Bearings : Balls, cups and cones identical with those used on Pennsyl- vania Junior and their other high priced ma- chines. Wheels : 10 in. diameter ; open center or spider pattern ; reinforced rims. Parts : Malle- able and cast ; machined to fit, insuring noiseless smooth cutting. Bottom Knife : Spring steel, hardened and tempered ; the cast bar holding the knife is fitted to side plates, permitting accurate set screw adjustment. Height of Cut: y2 to 1% inch ; will cut grass 6 inches high. Price, 16 inch, $15.00. New Westfield A first class lawn mower in every way. Has three crucible tool steel blades, hardened and tempered ; internal gears, one in each wheel. Bearings are parallel construction with split bronze bushings, adjustable to take up wear. Wheels 8 inch diameter, spoked rim. Height of cut y2 to 1 y2 inches, will cut grass 5 inches high. Price 14 inch., $8.50. Pennsylvania Undercut B. B. Trimmer The unique construction of the undercut trim- mer permits cutting, not only close up to a wall, fence, tree, etc., but it will get the grass under a fence or rock-cut base of tombstones, house foundations, and other places hitherto out of reach of anything but hand shears. The slanting side plate and conical cylinder make it possible to cut all grass left by the reg- ular style of lawn mower ; 9 y2 in. drive wheel ; 4 blade cylinder. Width of Cut: 5% inches. Price, $12.00. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 59* BUCKEYE INCUBATORS— The Perfect Hatchers The successful poultry breeder is the man or woman who has learned by experience, and when you find thousands of such breeders using a c«r- tain article year after year, you must be con- vinced that they have found that article to be absolutely satisfactory or they would not be us- ing it. And when the article in question hap- pens to be an incubator, the machine on which they must depend for the production of all the chickens they raise, it is a foregone conclusion that they could not be successful unless title ineu- bators they are using are producing the highest percentage of the highest grade chicks, the kind of chicks that enables them to perpetuate their stock and turn their product into profit. Over 500,000 satisfied users represent the proof that we offer in support of Buckeye superiority- little breeders, big breeders, beginners, experts — breeders that include every class from boys and girls with a little 65-egg machine up to the tre- mendous poultry plants with capacities of 50,000 eggs and more, all uniting in the same verdict. Catalog sent on request. Style “E." No. 14 Style “E,” No. 17 Prices Of Style E Incubators No. 14, 65 egg capacity jig cn No. 16, 110 egg capacity ““ 27! 50 No. 17, 210 egg capacity 86.75 Style “E” Incubators are low in price and at me same time give universal satisfaction. Hun- dreds of poultrymen in Western North Carolina mcubatory *° VOUch for 8UPerior low-price Incubator Thermometers Price, postpaid Catalog of Spare Parts will be furnished Buckeye owners on request. Complete line of repair parts carried in stock. Buckeye Standard Incubators Buckeye “Standard” Incubators are equipped with etfery desirable device that could possibly add to the efficiency of an incubator. Only the best of materials are used and each machine b inspected by the National Board of Insurance Underwriters before they leave the factory. It requires no artificial moisture, will operate sat- isfactorily in any climate, and requires no at- tention to the regulator from the time a hatch is started until it is finished. It is not necessary to have any previous ex- perience to operate a Buckeye. The entire Buck- eye system is so simple that a boy or girl can operate it as satisfactorily as an experienced operator. Buckeye Standard Incubators are equipped with every desirable device that can possibly be added to an incubator. The big breeders say that there is nothing left undone, nothing to be wished for, in the “Standard.'" Each machine carries Underwriter’s Guarantee. Prices Buckeye Standard Incubators No. 1, 120 egg capacity $ 37. 5G No. 2, 175 egg capacity 44.50 No. 3, 250 egg capacity 57.75 No. 4, 350 egg capacity 68.00 No. 5, 600 egg capacity 107.00 No. 5 equipped with automatic turning trays 127.00 No. 40 Mammoth, 1144 egg capacity 250.00 A PAYING INVESTMENT An incubator is a paying investment from several stand points. Early broilers and fryers bring high prices and can be hatched easily in Buckeye Incubators. When eggs are cheap poultry raisers can take many eggs off the market by hatching them. Consumers will be able to buy eggs in the spring months at reasonable prices but not at figures that are ruinous to producers. Except to improve one’s flock, it is foolish to buy baby chicks from far away points. This custom only amounts to “playing the other fel- lows game” and this rarely pays. Select eggs from the strongest fowls in your flock and hatch them the Buckeye way. If you have a good flack your friends and neighbors will be glad to buy any surplus baby chicks you cannot handle. That there is big money to be made by incuba- tor hatched chicks, has been proven conclusively by thousands of successful poultry raisers and today there are hundreds of commercial hatcher- ies throughout the country in which hundreds of thousands of dollars have been profitably in- vested. Practically all of these hatcheries be- gan on a small scale with limited capital and have been built up from the profits of the busi- ness Why not start out this year with a Buck- eye Incubator suitable to your present require- ments. The investment will pay. What others have done you can do. 60 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. BUCKEYE BROODERS Buckeye Colony Brooder Write For Catalogue Coal Burner Brooder that provides constant temperature, supply of pure, fresh air, plenty of exercise and no possible chance for crowding, every essential for the welfare of growing chicks, with such automatic regularity that all unfavorable conditions are eliminated. It re- quires little attention, is inexpensive to operate, and raises more and stronger chicks than any other brooder. No. 18, 500 chicks $16.50 No. 19, 1,000 chicks ..$21.50 No. 25, 1,200 chicks $25.00 Buckeye Blue Flame “Colony” Brooders Putnam Brooder Heater A practical and inexpensive 60 chick cap- acity brooder heater. Burns a minimum amount of oil and requires filling but once a week. The other materials required to in- stall a Putnam outfit are any sort of packing box such as a shoe box, one sixth yard of oil cloth and a few nails. Full instructions as to how to construct the outfit and operate the brooder are furnished with every Putnam. Descriptive folder sent on application. Postpaid, $4.75. PUTNAM WICKS (Wire Wrapped)— Post- paid, 20c each, 5 for 75c. Blue Flame Brooder Burns oil and is easy and conven- ient to operate. Gives at all times uniform heat. As there are no cur- tains on these brooders, there is al- ways an abundant supply of fresh air, which baby chicks need as much as heat. Nos. 80 and 81 are termed "Warm Climate” brooders and are equipped with the same size burner as No. 27A instead of the Giant Burner supplied with No. 28A and 29A. No. 27A, 200 chicks : $17.50 No. 28A, 350 chicks 20.00 No. 29A, 500 chicks 22.50 No. 80, 350 chicks 19.00 No. 81, 500 chicks 21.50 POULTRY SUPPLIES Metal Feeders, Watering Fountains, Shell Boxes, etc., are indispensable to all poultry raisers. These appliances not only pay for themselves by saving a large percentage of the feed, but at the SPTnp time keen the fepd and water free from dirt. This sanitary feature alone brings! large returns. Mammoth Dry Mash Hopper. A large capacity hopper built on correct principles. Made of heavy galvanized iron, strong and sub- stantial in every detail. Has many excellent features ; for instance it will accommodate a full 100 lb. bag of mash, doing away with the annoyance and waste of having a partly empty bag of mash on the premises. The feed is within easy reach of the chickens, and is protected from the weather and from the ravages of rats and mice. The taper shape and interior con- struction provides a uniform auto- matic feed, and the wire grid and cross wires prevents any waste. The saving in feed will pay for the hopper in a short time. The stand is of heavy angle Iron, painted, and has wooden bars fcpr the poultry to rest on when feeding. Hopper and stand complete, $12.00. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 61 Round Chick Feeders No .12 — Made of galvanized iron with 12 feed- er holes. A great feed saver as chicks cannot get into it and contaminate the feed. Can also be used for water. 20c ; postpaid, 30c ; 6 for $1.35. No. 11 — Same as No. 12 except has 8 holes, 10c each. Postpaid, 20c each ; 6 for 75c. No. 132 — Same style and size as No. 12 but made of bright charcoal tin plate which is not affected by milk acids. Makes an absolutely safe and sanitary feeder for buttermilk and sour milk. No. 132, 30c ; postpaid, 40c ; 6 for $2.00. Adjustable Milk Fountain Magazine Feeder in tin plate. Ad- justable up and down to feed slowly >r rapidly, any kind of milk or feed. Capacity about two quarts. Has 12 feeder holes. No. 139 — 75c; postpaid 90c. Large Capacity Chick Feeders A wonderful ieeder for young growing stock, and a great time and labor saver when chicks are raised in large numbers. Made of heavy galvanized iron. Sliding top cover, easy to fill and clean, and the birds cannot roost on the cover or sides to foul the feed. No. 140 — Capacity 10 quarts. 16 openings on each side, so that 32 chicks can feed at one time. $1.20 ea. ; Postpaid, $1.85. No. 141 — Capacity 17 quarts. 27 openings on each side, so that 54 chicks can feed at one time. $1.80 ea. ; Postpaid, $2.00. Double Feeding Troughs Mimv same as Single Feeding Troughs with center partition. Can be used for two kinds of feed. No. 58, 12 in. long 35c ; Postpaid, 45c No. 59, 18 in. long 50c ; Postpaid, 60c No. 60, 24 in. long 60c ; Postpaid, 70c Dry Mash Hoppers The curved bottom of the hopper keeps the feed with- in easy reach of the birds. The gr a d u a 1 enlargement from top to bottom prevents clogging. The wire grid and wires running from the flange through the wire grid prevents any chance of the fowls throwing out or wast- ing feed. The sloping cover prevents the birds from roosting on the hopper, and when both covers are closed, it is rat- and mouseproof. No. 35, Capacity 10 qts $1.50 ; postpaid, $1.70 No. 36, Capacity 14 qts $1.95 ; postpaid, $2.15 No. 13, Capacity 22 qts _.$2.25 ; postpaid, $2.50 No. 37, Capacity 32 qts $2.75 ; postpaid, $8.00 Grit And Shell Boxes Grit, shell, and char- coal, are recognized an essential part of the diet, insuring healthy fowls. They cannot be more economically supplied than in our grit and shell boxes. No. 9, 3 compartments 85c ; postpaid, $1.00. No. 90, 4 compartments $1.10 ; postpaid, $1.25. Pigeon Feeders Pigeons are particular and fastid i o u s feeders with a strong tendei to scatter and wa feed. Moe’s Round P eon Feeder was esp< ally designed to ov come this. Made heavy galvanized ii with feeding holes pr erly spaced all arot the hopper. The hop] has a slanting bott leading through a la: tube to the feeding b tom. This feeding tror or bottom is also m; on a slant, causing birds to reach for food and prevents th from billing the feed ( and wasting it. No. 105, cap’y 3 qts $1.00 ea. Postpaid $1.16 No. 106, cap’y 6 qts $1.50 ea. Postpaid $1.76 Single Feeding Troughs Made of best quality galvanized iron, accurate- ly stamped with dies. No sharp or rough edges to injure the chicks. Sliding top ; easily clean- ed. Can be hung on the wall. No. 55, 12 in. long 30c ; Postpaid, 40c No. 56, 18 in. long 40c ; Postpaid, 60c No. 67, 24 in. long 50c ; Postpaid, 66e 62 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. O. K. Warm Water Fountains Made entirely of galvanized iron, built telescopic style and op- erating on a vacuum principle. The cone shaped top prevents chickens from roosting on the fountain. Easily filled and cleaned. The heater consists of a stationery basin in the base of waterer for kerosene, to which is attached a burner with a Smokeless Chimney. Simple and inexpensive to operate. Due to the construction of the wa- terers a very small amount of heat is re- quired to keep the wa- ter from freezing. No. 4, 5 gals $5.00 ; Postpaid, $5.35 No. 10, 10 gals $8.00 ; Postpaid, $8.50 Star Fountain No. 133 — Fits any Mason Jar. (We do not furnish the glass jars.) Made of bright charcoal tin plate, which is not affected by milk acids. Makes an absolutely safe and sanitary feeder for but- termilk and sour milk. Postpaid, 20c each ; 6 for 75c. Not prepaid, 10c each. 5 Gallon Sanitary Fount No. 74 — This style is made with perma n e n t bot- toms. A strong, substant i a 1 wall fount at a low price. It is man- ufact u r e d from galvani zed iron. The capacity is 5 gallons. Can be used in combina- tion with Heater shown below. Postpaid, $2.00. Not prepaid $1.75. No. 10 Fountain Heater Can be used with all styles of fount ains. and e ff ectivelj preven t s wate) from f r eezing. Effective 1 y sol- ves the problem of a u n i f o rm supply of fresh, clear water at all times, no matter how cold the weather. The lamp fount or bowl holds sufficient kerosene to burn for seven days. No. 10 Heater, $1.90 each ; Postpaid, $2.00. Moe’s Improved Wall Fountains Made of heavy gal- vanized iron, in 3 sizes. The covered outlet keeps out dust am dirt, and the outlet i further protected by a removable plate which prevents any floating rubbish from being drawn into reservoir. No. 97—2 qt. 90c. Postpaid, $1.00. No. 98—1 gal. $1.00. Postpaid, $1.15. No. 99—2 gal. $1.40. Postpaid, $1.60. Horizontal Poultry Fountain For Baby Chicks and Growing Stock Designed for baby chicks and growing stock. Made of best quality tight coated galvanized iron, strong and substantial, the water feeds automat- ically and the construction provides a large drink- ing surface. They are solid and compact yet light in weight and easy to carry about. Have a heavy wire carrying handle. Length 12 inches, diameter 6% inches. Capacity about 2 gallons. No. 135, 80c ea. ; Postpaid $1.00. Mason Jar Fountain Made of heavy terne plate, a rust resisting metal, and the finest fountain of its kind on the market. No solder used in its construction. _ Made in one size and fits any Mason jar in sizes 1 Pint. 1 Quart, and 2 Quarts. ( We do not fur- nish the glass jars). Postpaid, 20c each ; 6 for 75c. Not prepaid, 10c each. “Top-Fill” Fountains, Automatic Feed, Easy to Fill and Keep Clean Made of heavy gal- vanized iron, with double walls, whicn keeps the water cool in summer, and re- tards freezing in winter. Feeds auto- matically, no valves to get out of order. Fills from the top, avoiding the annoy- ance of spilling over while being filled. No. 4, capacity 4 gals., $3.00 ; postpaid, $3.25. ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. 63 Moe’s Oat Sprouter Frame is of steel, 3 ft. high, well braced and neat- ly painted. Has six inter- changeable heavy galvan- ized iron pans, 16 in. by 18 in. Five of the pans have perforated bottoms to secure the proper drainage, and the bottom pan is solid to hold the drippings. No lamp or heater required. Best results are obtained if the sprouter is placed in a cellar near the furnace or in a room with a tempera- ture of 65 or 70 degrees. „ Use good oats and soak Vn Wat?r JLor ?bout 12 hours> then fill the Xfr wSi a deP^, °f aVout 1 in’ Sprinkle and stir with a paddle each day until they sprout, then discontinue stirring, but continue to sprin- kle daily. Postpaid, $6.30; Not prepaid, $6.00. Poultry Punch No. 39 A new improved punch, scissors type. Works easily, cuts clean and does not pinch the foot. Convenient to carry in vest pocket, and the lower end is an excellent x — , , -r,, cigar cutter. Nickel Plated Finish, length, 3 y2 in. Postpaid, 55c. Not prepaid, 50c. Adjustable Leg’ Bands Made of sheet alumin- um, with large raised numbers, easy to rear! from a distance. Adjust able for any size fowl Accurately made and quickly applied. Num- bered 1 to 12 — 1 to 25 — 1 to 50— 1 t° 100—101 to 200, etc., up to yyy which is the highest number made. of banf3 $0.15 100 bands $0.71 25 bands .25 500 bands 3.5< 50 bands - 45 1000 bands 6.0( Celluloid Leg Bands Colored Leg Bands are made of celluloid, in fast col- ors. They are of a proper temper, keep their shape, light in weight and very durable. Will not fade, and are weather proof. Quickly put on or removed, and make it easy to keep an accurate register of your birds. Furnished in five sizes ; for Asiatic, American and Mediterranean breeds of chickens, also for baby chicks and pigeons. Four colors, yellow, green, pink and dark blue. When ordering state what size fowl the bands are required for and the color preferred. PIGEON AND BABY CHICK SIZES 12 bands $0.10 25 bands .20 50 bands .35 100 bands .50 500 bands 2.25 1000 bands ^ 4.00 Caponizing Tools Write for booklet that will give infor- mation how your market stock may be made t o yield 100% more. It is done with Philadelphia ca- ponizi n g tools. Postpaid, per set. POULTRY SIZES 12 bands $0.15 25 bands .30 50 bands .50 100 bands .75 600 bands 3.60 1000 bands 7.00 China Made of white porcelain, natural in appearance, and uniform in size. Will not easily break. They induce the hen to lay where she should — in the nests provid- ed for her. Postpaid, doz. 40c. Nest Eggs Not prepaid, doz. 30c. Ship Eggs By Parcel Post THE ALUMINIZED METAL EGG CRATE is the practical way to ship Eggs, But- ter, etc., by parcel post. The cost of living can be great- ly reduced by buy- ing direct from the farmer. All Eggs 2 doz. size $1.50 3 doz. size 1.75 4 doz. size 2.00 6 doz. size 2.50 Combination Butter and Eggs No. 1 — 2 lbs. and 1 doz. eggs $1.50 No. 2 — 4 lbs. and 2 doz. eggs 2.00 No. 3 — 4 lbs. and 3 doz. eggs 2.25 If to be sent Parcel Post please add 10c to above prices to cover mailing charges. Raffia (Natural Only) Raffia is used for many purposes, chiefly for basket making, tieing vegetables, etc. By using Diamond Dyes beautiful colors may be secured and Raffia dyed in this way can be made up into many useful articles. Postpaid, y2 lb. 30c; lb. 45c; 5 lbs. $1.75. Not prepaid, % lb. 25c; lb. 35c; 5 lbs. $1.50. Wood Labels (Painted) FOR POTS AND GARDEN PLANTS Per 100 4 inch for Pots $0.35 6 inch for Pots 50 12 inch for Pots 2.00 iy2 inch wood, wired for trees, shrubs, etc 45 If to be sent Parcel Post, please add 10c per 100 to above prices to cover mailing. Specialties for Stock and Dogs BLACKMAN’S MEDICATED SALT BRICK — The best Salt Brick on the market. A worm medicine, blood purifier, kidney regulator. Tonic and appetizer for all classes of livestock. Postpaid, 30c. Not prepaid, 25c ea., 6 for $1.00 ; doz. for $2.25. BENNETT’S MILK BONE DOG BISCUITS AND MILK BONE PUPPY BISCUITS— Pure food for dogs, a complete scientifically balanced food. Postpaid, 25c and 50c. Not prepaid, 20c and 40c. PERFECTION DOG FOOD— One of the beet and most popular dog foods on the market to- day. Postpaid, 25 lbs., $2.40; 50 lbe., $4.60. Not prepaid, 100 lbs. $7.00. 64 ASHEVILLE SEED CO., ASHEVILLE, N. C. MAKE POULTRY PAY A PROFIT Success in the Poultry Business depends to a great extent on feeding the correct feeds, using the proper remedies the minute disease appears in the flock, and keeping the house and nests free of vermin. Poultry raising has become a real busi- ness and must be conducted as such. We sell a general line of Globe Feeds, manu- factured by the Albert Dickinson Company, Chi- cago, 111. Globe Feeds are first class in every particular, and are maintained at a uniform high standard of excellence. There are many cheaper feeds, but cheap feeds are always ex- pensive in the long run. The prices of all grain feeds fluctuate constantly, hence it is not possible to list prices in this catalog. Prices will be sub- mitted on application. A very valuable Poultry Book, published by The Albert Dickinson Company, describing Globe Feeds and treating of poultry raising in general, will be mailed free of charge upon request. WATER GLASS (Egg Preserver)— In the spring months low prices of eggs frequently play havoc with profits unless these cheap eggs are taken off the market. There are two very simple solutions to the problem. One is to hatch surplus eggs the Buckeye way. Another is to put them up in Water Glass. One quart of Water Glass will preserve 15 to 20 dozen eggs. Full directions on every can. Postpaid, Qt. 55c ; Not prepaid 40c. GLOBE BABY CHICK MASH WITH DRIED BUTTERMILK — A fine starting food for Baby chicks, ducklings, goslings, poults, guineas, pheas- ants, etc. We have sold Globe Starting Feed since it was first manufactured and with such satis- factory results that we handle it exclusively. As we receive monthly shipments of Globe Feeds, they are always perfectly fresh which is a very im- portant consideration. Feed Starter first 6 weeks then begin using Globe Growing Mash. GLOBE BABY CHICK SCRATCH— This bal- anced and finely crushed grain should be fed to baby chicks along with buttermilk feeds to obtain the best results. The chick will grow better and mature earlier, since the combination of grain and buttermilk feeds build tissue, bone and body. GLOBE GROWING MASH — Made especially for young chicks to be fed in the growing stage. Begin feeding Growing Mash when 6 weeks old and continue till they are 16 weeks old and then feed Globe Egg Mash for maximum egg produc- tion. GLOBE GROWING SCRATCH— To be fed in connection with Growing Mash. Made of bright, clean grain, which can be fed to growing chicks with practically no waste. GLOBE EGG MASH — Formulated from meat scraps, linseed oil meal, bran, corn meal, mid- dlings, and alfalfa meal. It contains the essen- tial digestible protein so necessary for egg pro- duction. GLOBE HEN SCRATCH — An evenly balanced ration mixed from sound, clean and bright grains. Feed with Globe Egg Mash for maxi- mum production at the minimum cost. BEEF SCRAPS — Very high in protein and an essential egg producer and muscle builder. Need- ed especially in the winter. CRUSHED OYSTER SHELL— Should be kept available for fowls at all times ; forms egg shells. Coarse or fine : Postpaid, 5 lbs. 25c ; 10 lbs. 45c ; 25 lbs., $1.05. Not Prepaid, per lb., 3c; bag (100 lbs.), $1.75. LIME GRIT — A necessity for both young and old stock. Don’t expect your birds to grind their food with oyster shell alone. Coarse or fine : Postpaid, 5 lbs. 25c ; 10 lbs. 45c ; 25 lbs. $1.05. Not Prepaid, per lb. 3c; bag (100 lbs.) $1.75. CHARCOAL — ■ Aids digestion ; purifies the blood, and generally promotes the good health and vigor of your birds. Coarse or fine: Post- paid, 5 lbs. 55c; 25 lbs. $2.00; bag (50 lbs.) $3.25. Not Prepaid, lb. 7c; bag (50 lbs.) $2.50. RAPE, RYE, OATS, CLOVERS, ETC., DE- SCRIBED ON OTHER PAGES OF THIS CATALOG, SHOULD BE SOWN FOR GREEN FEED WHEREVER POSSIBLE. GLOBE CALF MEAL — Raises fine calves to six months of age at a big saving over milk feeding method. Write for folder. GLOBE MILK PRODUCER— One of the best dairy feeds manufactured and an enormous seller in the large milk producing sections. GLOBE BREEDING PIGEON FEED— A well balanced feed, made from wheat, buckwheat, kaffir corn, peas, millet, and hemp. SHAWNEE PIGEON FEED— A good feed to use especially in the winter as it contains a large per centage of corn. • ^OOOlOlOUSlfl© «ioiaiaNNt>Nio C - -S 1 i O k. 1 +> ft PO rO . • ^ ■ o « s ^ •o g £ | S S ^ -g & ,§ a) -a 42 g .g & J m o o o Id § s « j ooooooooouso lO©u3©* t c cj ^ s a bo g 5 £ £ £ & & * p, a 3 3 _ _ . o o CL, CL, Cu 02 02 > 2 *8 « | v. « c 2 ■§' £ 2 0) 4-> « > a; 5 •S 60 o .2 6 * . o T3 i £ d * g c a Q PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ORDER BLANK FOR SEEDS, ETC. All prices in this catalog, except where otherwise noted, are based on customer paying transportation charges. Please see page 1 for Parcel Post rates and directions for ordering, covering conditions of sale. ASHEVILLE SEED COMPANY ASHEVILLE, N. C. Amount Enclosed Check P. O. Money Older Exp. Money Order Cash , Stamps Express or Freight Office i (If different} from Postoffice) Date 192 PLEASE FILL IN THESE BLANKS PLAINLY Dear Sirs: Please send the following Seeds, etc., by (State here if wanted by Mail, Express or Freight) Name Box (Ladies, please prefix Miss or Mrs. ; the latter using husband’s initials) Postoffice R. F. D County State Please Do Not Write, Here Date Received Date Filled Filled By. I Shipped By Order Number ASHEVILLE SEED COMPANY gives no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productiveness, or any other matter, of any seeds, bulbs or plants they send out and they will be in no way responsible for the crop. If the purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms, they are at once to be returned, money will be refunded and no sale has been made. QUANTITY ARTICLES WANTED PRICE j 1 1 ! i Amount Carried Forward j PLEASE TEAR OUT ORDER SHEET WHERE PERFORATED PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE QUANTITY ARTICLES WANTED PRICE Amount Brought Forward By carefully checking this list before sending your order, a great saving may be made in transportation cost, and you may also find that an important and an imme- diate necessity has been omitted. Garden Seed Flower Seed Field Seed Poultry Supplies Lawn Seed Bulbs Fertilizers Incubators Insecticides Garden Tools Fungicides Orchard Tools Dusting Materials Lawn Tools Sprayers Feeds, Etc. Kindly list below the names of any friends whom you think would be interested in receiving our catalog. Name PostofiSce State R.F.D. P. 0. Box EXTRA ORDER SHEETS AND RETURN ENVELOPES FURNISHED ON REQUEST FLOWER POTS AND SAUCERS Full inside meas- urements. Six at doz- en rate, fifty at hun- dred rate. Shipped by freight or express. We pack carefully but do not assume any responsibility for breakage. No flow- or pots or saucers sent by mail. - - ' STANDARD POTS Diameter Ea. Doz. Hundred 2 in. _ $ .03 $ .20 $ 1.20 2y2 in _ .03 .30 1.75 3 in .04 .35 2.25 .05 .50 3.75 5 in .10 .85 6.50 6 in. .15 1.35 10.00 7 in __ __ .20 2.00 16.00 8 in __ .30 2.85 22.50 9 in .45 4.40 35.00 L0 in .60 6.00 48.00 12 in. 1.00 11.00 14 in 1.75 16 in. 3.00 FLOWER POT SAUCERS Each Dozen Size 4 inch Each _ _ $ .04 .05 Dozen $ .40 .50 0 inch _ _ .06 .60 .08 .80 .12 1.20 __ .15 1.50 .20 2.00 .30 3.00 14 * h .45 16 inch .60 — BIRD CAGES The Cage illustrated above comes in brass and in three sizes. They are all splendid values. The larger sizes look better and are more satisfactory, as they give the bird more room, but any of them will please. POSTPAID No. 2525, 10% in. diameter $5.00 No. 2526, 11 in. diameter 5.50 No. 2527, 11% in. diameter 6.00 BIRDS In the fall and winter months we handle Im- ported Canaries, Paroquets, Parrots, etc. Write for prices. We also keep in touch with breeders of Domestic Canaries and we are always glad to bring prospective buyers and sellers together. NEPONSET WATERPROOF PAPER FLOWER POTS 2 % Inch Per Dozen Per Hundred Per Thousand 3 Inch Per Dozen Per Hundred Per Thousand 3 % Inch Per Dozen Per Hundred Per Thousand BULB BOWLS These Bowls are inexpensive, but quite artis- tic. Used for growing Paper White Narcis- sus, Chinese Sa- cred Lillies, etc., in water and pebbles. 4 inch (for 3 bulbs) each 20c 6 inch (for 5 bulbs) each 35c 8 inch (for 7 bulbs) each 55c If to be sent parcel post, please add 10c to price of each bowl. We pack carefully but will not be responsible for breakage. Advise shipping via ex- press. CUT FLOWER OR CEMETERY VASES Plain — 30c each ; 6 for $1.50 ; Green — 35c each ; 6 for $1.90. If to be sent parcel post, please add 10c to price of each vase. BIRD SUPPLIES POSTPAID Philadelphia Bird Seed Pkt. 30c ; 2 pkts. 50c Mixed Bird Seed lb. 30c ; 2 lbs. 50c Sunflower Seed lb. 35c ; 5 lbs. $1.25 Bird Manna Pkt. 15c ; 2 pkts. 25c Magic Song Restorer Box 35c ; 2 box 60c Silver or Red Gravel Pkt. 25c ; 2 pkts. 40c Bird Bitters pkt. 30c Bird Mite Powder pkt. 25c Mite Powder Gun ea. 20c Merican Leg Salve pkt. 25c Cuttle Fish Bone and Holder__ ea. 10c Bird Coloring (Orange) pkt. 30c Bird Moulting Pepper pkt. 25c Bird Nesting pkt. 12c Bird Baths ea. 25c Cage Cups ea. 25c ; 2 for 45c Cage Springs ea. 35c Cage Hooks ea. 30 c GOLD FISH AND SUPPLIES We carry a large stock of Gold Fish for de- livery from September to April each year. The prices of these Fish range from 10 cents to 75 cents each. If Fish are to be shipped by ex- press, at buyers risk, add to price of Fish wanted 10 cents extra for bucket, holding six Fish ; 15 cents for bucket holding twelve Fish. Cannot be mailed. Fish Bowls 15c to $2.50 Aquariums $7.00 to $14.00 Castles, postpaid 25c to $1.00 Fish Food Wafers postpaid, pkt. 12c Bowls and Aquariums can only be sent via ex- press. We pack carefully but will not be re- sponsible for breakage. CEDAR PLANT TUBS Diameter Depth No. 2 .... 13 in 12% in $3.00 No. 3 14% in 14% in 3.75 No. 3% 16% in 15% in 4.75 Flower and V igetable Seeds Clovers — Grasses — Soy Beans Cow Peas — Buckwheat — Cane Millet — V itch— Rape— Oats Seed Corn — JV heat— Rye— Etc. Fertilizers— Insecticides and Fungicides- - Inoculants Sprayers— Orchard, Lawn and Garden Tools Incubators and Brooders Poultry Feeds and Supplies