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1934
PRICE LIST
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ROBSON SEED FARMS. HALL, N. Y.
OUR POLICY
It has always been our first aim to supply seed of a quality — and at a price — which will bring back customers year after year. We do however believe that Quality should come ahead of price, — that the best seed is always the cheapest, no matter what may be the price.
In making up our vegetable list we confer with the New York State College of Agriculture and the New York State Experiment Station regarding the varieties that should be included.
If you desire additional information, or want seed of a variety that we do not list, write us and we will be glad to give you the information or secure the seed for you.
Our terms are cash with order or C. O. D., the purchaser to pay C. O. D. collection charges.
All prices here quoted are subject to change without notice and to our stocks being unsold.
If you are in the market for larger quantities of any variety than we have priced in this catalogue, please write for special quotations.
A star ) in front of a variety indicates that the seed was grown from our own selected stock.
WE PROTECT YOU
We use all care which is humanly possible to grow our seeds carefully; to have them true to name and type; to thoroughly test them; to treat them for possible disease when advisable. However, there are many conditions such as climate, weather, and soil, over which we have no control. We, therefore, do not agree to be responsible for the results obtained from our seeds other than that we will gladly replace the seeds or refund the full purchase price, if notified at once, if they fail to grow or to be as represented.
PAYMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CHARGES
At the prices listed in this catalogue, we pay transportation charges on all seed except beans, peas, corn, potatoes and field seeds; but reserve the right to ship by Parcels Post, Express, or Freight — depending on rates. On the above special items we pay transportation costs on lots of one peck, or less, ordered at catalogue prices.
WE SERVE YOU BY--
1 Growing in our own trial grounds each variety and strain of seed that we handle together with many others.
2 Selecting a limited list of vegetable and grain varieties, considering quality of product and suitability for commercial production and marketing.
3 Listing the faults as well as the virtues of each variety.
4 Placing a statement of germination on every package as determined by our own or State Seed Laboratory test.
5 Giving each lot of seed a stock number and placing this number on the back of each package. If you want the same stock that you had last year, give us the number on the back of the package and we will either supply it or, if this is impossible, write you why we cannot do so and what we can offer in its place.
6 Treating all of our Cabbage, Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, Chinese Cabbage and Turnip seed with hot water under the direction of Dr. Chupp of the New York State College of Agriculture. This insures against certain diseases.
ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
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ROBSON CABBAGE SEED
Selected'on our own farms, multiplied in the Puget Sound region of the State of Washington; this costs more but protects you against poor quality seed.
Due to a heavy freeze last winter our stocks of cabbage seed are limited. We suggest you order early.
All cabbage seed is hot water treated for disease. Germinations are made after treatment and appear on every package.
frnl rl pn A rrP * days. This variety has been improved .ri.d C . a great deal ;n the past few years. Our strain is very early, producing uniform round heads weighing from two to four pounds. Golden Acre is a small early strain of Copen¬ hagen Market and is a money maker in years when there is a high early market. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.40; lb- $1.25; lb. $4.00.
★Robson Copenhagen Market : ThereTe
a great many different strains of Copenhagen Market. Some are earlier than ours but on these the yield is usually small. For growers who desire an Early Strain, we recommend our Golden Acre. Our Copenhagen has been bred for uniformity and yield. Heads are solid and round weighing from four to six pounds. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.40; M lb. $1.25; lb. $4.00.
^Robson Early Seneca: I^Xoduc^Sfus
two years ago. A large cabbage of the Copenhagen type that heads up solid when small and can be shipped or may be left, under nor¬ mal conditions, until ripe and makes a large cabbage suitable for Kraut. The head is round and weighs from five to eight pounds.
The quality is excellent. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.40; H lb. $1.25; lb. $4.00.
Glory of Enkhuizen : cfop^oFseed1^ thislovariety
for two years we are forced to purchase imported seed. The seed is a strain of “Glory” that we have been watching for several years. It is not as uniform in growth as our own strain but has given very heavy yields which after all is what the grower wants.
The heads are large, (eight to ten pounds), solid, nearly round. Very popular for Kraut. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.25; lb. $.75; lb. $2.50.
★Robson Short Stem Danish Ball-
Vl ckorj * 100 days. Our strain of Short Stem Danish Ballhead
nedli • has met with approval wherever it has been grown. Each year we have been selecting to secure a uniform, heavy yield¬ ing strain of the true ballhead type that would keep well in storage. Results indicate that we have made great headway along these lines.
Many growers report that they are better satisfied with our seed than with seed costing twice as much. Yields of over twenty tons per acre are not uncommon.
Dealers report that our Danish Ballhead keeps well in storage. This is due to the fact that it is the true ballhead type in both shape and maturity. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.40; pi lb. $1.25; lb. $4.00.
We are recommending Robson Short Stem Danish Ballhead Cabbage Seed.
J. M. Slayton & Co., Tullv, N. Y.
RED OR PURPLE CABBAGE
In some sections the growers have in the past had difficulty in getting a satisfactory yield of red or purple cabbage. In order to help them, we bred a larger type of cabbage that will yield up with our green Danish Ball- head. We now find that in some sections this grows too large and is not quite dark enough in color to suit the buyers. In the future we will list two strains of Red Cabbage.
★Large Red Danish Ballhead : short stem!
vigorous grower. Heads large, solid, nearly round; color purplish
red. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.40; X lb. $1.25; lb. $4.00.
See Golden Cross Hybrid Sweet Corn Page 7.
Small to Medium Red Danish Ball-
VlPf) H * 10^ days. Medium stem, round head, trifle darker ncdLl . color than above strain. Medium size. As we have not been growing this smaller strain for several years we do not have seed of our own stock. This is imported seed coming from Den¬ mark. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.25; M lb- $-75; lb. $2.50.
yi lb. orders may be figured at pound rates — i lb. of Robson’s Cabbage Seed will plant j to 4 acres. We pay trans¬ portation charges on all cabbage seed.
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ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
VEGETABLE PRICE LIST
ASPARAGUS SEED AND ROOTS
1 oz. of seed will produce about 250 pi nts
IVT O rv Wei cVi in crtrm • Earlier, larger and longer than W doillllg LUI1 . the original Washington and
quite as rust resistant. Tips are very tight and do not “sprangle out" or "blow” prematurely. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.15; % lb. $.35; lb. $1.20.
★Mary Washington Roots : wf0neayear old
roots grown on our own farms from seed selected from our most vigorous and best producing plants. Doz. $.50; 50 roots $1.50; 100 roots $2.00 postpaid.
SNAP BEANS
1 lb. will sow 50 ft. row
BOUNTIFUL
Our fields are carefully inspected and rogued for dis¬ eased and off-type plants.
A Emyntiflll * days, 65 seeds per oz. Bountiful among JJU Ull 111 HI . the green podded varieties is in the same class as Sure Crop in the yellow. It is early, ships well and meets with a good demand on most markets but is not of the best quality. Pods 614 to 7 inches long, flat, light green. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs. $2.10; 100 lbs. $12.00.
A TV-r) r\ rrcrrr m * days, 65 seeds per oz. We have ^ -1 CIIU.CIglcCIl . never found a snap bean that equals Tendergreen for quality. It yields well and in some tests has done better than Giant Green Pod. The pods are 6 to 7 inches long, smooth, round as a pencil, entirely stringless, light green color and very meaty. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs. $2.50; 100 lbs. $14.00.
Giant Stringless Green Pod : ^rdozS,7onee?f
the most popular round podded snap beans but not as good as Tendergreen. The pods are 6 to 634 inches long, medium green and stringless. It is used to some extent for canning but, as the pod of this variety is depressed between beans we feel that Tendergreen makes a better appearance. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs. $2.30; 100 lbs. $13.30.
New Stringless Black Valentine : seedaysper
oz. A green snap bean that has become very popular for market in some sections. While it should be classified as a flat podded variety, it is so thick that both flat and round podded markets will take it. Pods 634 to 7 inches long, nearly straight, dark green and stringless.
Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs. $2.30; 100 lbs. $13.30.
Burpee’s Kidney Wax : S4ndayf' the3 K? Sfthe
yellow varieties of snap beans. Flattened pods are about 6 inches in length. Bright lemon color nearly round and entirely stringless.
Pkt. $.10; lb. $.30; 15 lbs. $2.55; 100 lbs. $15.00.
CJiirra Crrm Wav 53 days, 65 seeds per oz. This variety c ” <*■&■ • is inferior in quality to Burpee’s Kid¬
ney Wax and is only included in our variety list because of its popularity as a shipping bean. It is a very vigorous growing, pro¬ ductive, flat, yellow bean, 6 to 7 inches long. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs. $2.45; 100 lbs. $15.00.
Round Pod Kidney Wax: wlx0)kn502Wndaasy®ritt7l
seeds per oz. An excellent stringless variety for canning and home use. Pods 5 to 6 inches long, medium yellow, round slightly curved, very brittle and stringless. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.30; 15 lbs. $2.70; 100 lbs. $16.00.
★Pencil Pod Black Wax: o^TvtfypopukS
round podded variety that has been improved a great deal in the past few years. Pods large, 634 to 7 inches long, nearly straight, stringless, free from fiber, fleshy and brittle. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.25; 15 lbs, $2.45; 100 lbs. $14.25.
POLE BEANS
34 lb. will sow 100 ft. in hills
Srntifl * days, 84 seeds per oz. Because of unusual quality Ol/Ulla • we have continued to raise this variety for our own use and feel that, if it were better known, it would be used more generally. A few hills along a fence or with some other support will produce enough, if kept picked, for the average family. The pod is 634 to 7 inches long, green, round and very fleshy. Scotia is ready about the time that the bush varieties are gone. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.30; 100 lbs. $19.00.
Kentucky Wond er Wax : . da^-e ^popu¬
lar yellow podded pole variety. The plant is very vigorous and productive, the quality however is only fair and the pods are rather stringy. Pods are 7 to 8 inches long, flat and waxy yellow. Pkt.
$.10; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $2.70; 100 lbs. $15.20.
Imperator carrot is fine for bunching. See page 6.
GOLDEN CROSS BANTAM SWEET CORN
We planted the sample of Golden Cross Bantam Hybrid Sweet Corn and found that it matured more rapidly than any corn we have ever planted.
We also found this corn delicious eating.
Yours very truly,
Brownsey & Marks
December 31, 1933 R. J. Brownsey
For description and prices see page 7.
We pay transportation on beans in lots of 15 lbs. or less at above prices.
ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
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LIMA
^^1,- T>,,0'U • 75 days, 22 seeds per oz. Most popu- Jb OranOOK rsusn . la.r bush lima of the potato type. The plants are large, vigorous and very productive. Pods 4 to 5 inches in length and contain 3 to 4 thick green beans of the finest quality.
Pkt. $.10; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.30; 100 lbs. $19.00.
"DiioVi • 75 days, 20 seeds per oz. Larger size
Dlirpcc b JJUbi.1 . and slightly earlier than the original Burpee strain. Plants are large, erect, vigorous and very pro¬ ductive. Pods 5 to 6 inches long containing 4 to 5 beans. Beans are large plump, flat. Color white with greenish tinge when ripe. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.30; 100 lbs. $19.00.
Henderson Bush : V1LY xt
variety commonly used by canners. It has been our observation
BEANS
that this variety produces good crops in some localities where the larger bush varieties faih Pods 3 to 3 % inches long containing 3 to 4 small beans of excellent quality. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.30; 15 lbs. $2.40; 100 lbs. $13.30.
f'Viollonrror • 92 days, 30 seeds per oz. A potato type pole V_/lld.lit;IIgCl . kma 0f good quality. A strong climber and very productive. Pods 3L£ to 4 inches long. Seeds large, almost as wide as long. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.40; 15 lbs. $4.00; 100 lbs. $22.80.
TTaflxr T A-uiiitVipn • 79 daTs’ 25 seeds per oz. We be- -E/ariy .L/C wlcllllclll . iieve Early Leviathan to be the best
early large seeded pole lima. We have never known of a crop failure among our customers. Pods 5 to 5p2 inches long, straight and con¬ taining 5 to 6 very large flat beans. Pkt. $.10; lb. $.30; 15 lbs. $3.15; 100 lbs. $18.00.
TABLE BEETS
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
/~s i _ • t? _ . 60 days. There seems to be
CrOSDy S Egyptian . some confusion as to what the correct type for this variety should be. We have held that the shape of the beet should be flattened, globe in shape, with small tap root. Exterior color of the root purple red. Flesh bright crimson red zoned with a lighter shade. This beet is of fine quality and used extensively for “bunch beets." Many growers feel that the flattened shape makes the beet more attractive in the bunch when young. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; M lb. $.30; lb. $1.00.
T~\ i • 58 days. A selection from Crosby s
Early W oncior • Egyptian. The roots are smooth, nearly globular. Skin dark red, flesh bright crimson red with only faint zoning. If you want a very fine uniform round beet we recom¬ mend our Early Wonder. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; M lb. $.30, lb. $1.10,
■n 4- "DzirJ • 68 days. The outstanding variety
uetroit L»arK IvcU . for produce shippers and canners. Roots are globular or nearly round, very dark, interior color blood red. Unless growing conditions are abnormal, the zones are so in¬ conspicuous that the beet seems to be one solid color. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; LC lb. $.30; lb. $.90; 10 lbs. $7.50.
MANGEL BEETS
5 lbs. will sow 1 acre
T'v • u X7^11 riont* The roots grow to a very
Danish Yellow Diant. iarge size, of deep yeiiow
coior, not as long as Long Red, but larger around, and are smooth and handsome, having small tops and very few side roots. Thev grow over two-thirds above the ground, so can be harvested withlittle trouble. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.08; M lb- $.15; lb. $.45.
^ 1 1 „ „ J . The tops are comparatively small,
(jOlden X anKara . w;th the leaf stalks and veins dis¬ tinctly tinged with yellow. The neck is small. The roots are large, ovoid, but with bottom usually of larger diameter than top, light gray above ground, deep orange below. The flesh is yellow, zoned whh white. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.08; % lb. $.15; lb. $.45.
Giant Half Sugar Rose : ing, affording not only a
very large crop but also having higher nutritive value, being es¬ pecially rich in sugar. The roots are rose colored above ground, white below, with white flesh. On account of growing partly out of the ground and the long ovoid shape the crop can be harvested easily and at less expense than any other root crop. Pkt. $.05, oz. $.08; H lb* $.15; lb. $.45.
n/r , 1 T _ T) „ J . The roots are very large.
Mammoth Long Kea. light red, uniformly straight
and well formed. The flesh is white tinged with rose^ ,T1Ilsf.|^r^n under careful culture is enormously productive. Pkt. $.05, oz. $.08; M lb- $-15; lb. $.45.
EARLY WONDER
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
1 oz. will produce 2000 plants Seed hot water treated
,ong Island Improved Dwarf :
We have found
„ _ _ r — - - this strain very
esirable in that it will produce sprouts under less favorable con- itions than any variety we have ever tried. The plants are ot warf habit but furnish a large yield of sprouts of excellent qual ty.
Itt $15! 07. $.60: 14 lb. $1.90; lb. $6.50.
BROCCOLI
1 oz. will produce 2000 plants Seed hot water treated.
Italian Green Sprouting : son variety that comes
into use about 60 days after transplanting. If started in hot bed Anril first will be ready for use the first week in July. By suc- cessiveplarffings a supply can be had from July until hard freez¬ ing weather. Culture the same as for cabbage. Pkt. $.15, oz. $.75; Vi lb. $2.15; lb. $7.50.
CHINESE CABBAGE
1 oz. will produce about 2000 plants Seed hot water treated
r'-LUO; . Earliest and most sure heading of the Chinese van- • eties, producing long, solid, white cylindrical heads two feet long. If planted in spring it is apt to go to seed without producing heads. Sow seed about themulde oil '-DyfcrUcst results. Thin to about 1 ft in row. Pkt. $.10, oz. $.25, M lb-, $.85; lb. $2.80.
We pay transportation on all above seeds except beans and on them in lots of 15 lbs. or less.
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ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
RED CORED CHANTENAY
CARROTS
Yi oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Red Cored Chantenay: L0upayscomiLTesneuseana
large proportion of the late carrot crop of New York State. They want a large chunky carrot of the Chantenay type but have al¬ ways objected to the light colored core. Red Cored Chantenay is a strain of this old variety having a core practically as dark in color as the surrounding meat. The core is also less woody than some of the old strains. The roots are 5H to 6 inches long, 2% inches thick at the top. Stump rooted, deep orange flesh. Not a good bunching variety. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; }4 lb- $-35; lb. $1.15.
rVion+onorr • Same as above but does not have red core.
V>IldIUeild.y . pkt $05; oz. $.12; H lb. $.35; lb. $1.10.
Donuore TT o 1 f T r\n rr • 75 days. This is the standard
Danvers xlalt Dong. large bunching carrot It is
longer than Chantenay but not so thick. 6 to 7 inches long, \% inches thick. Flesh deep orange and of good quality. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; lb. $.40; lb. $1.40.
TtfflntPQ * days. For the home garden and market where 3-’£*A1LCo • quality counts we recommend Nantes. The roots are 6 to 7 inches long, 1 % inches thick at top and almost the same diameter the whole length. The quality is better than the larger varieties. Color of flesh bright orange with a very inconspicuous core. The top is rather small and inclined to be brittle. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; h lb. $.40; lb. $1.45.
TmUPTfltor ' ^7 days. An outstanding type bred for market lllipclalOl . garden use, and for shipping. Tops medium, but strong enough for good bunching. Roots have sloping shoul¬ ders, smooth, deep rich orange; uniformly tapered to a semi-blunt end. Flesh rich orange color, extending to center of root, with in¬ distinct core; fine grained, tender and of fine quality. The roots are 7 to 8}^ inches long, 1% to 2 inches thick at the top. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; X lb. $.55; lb. $1.75.
CELERY
1 oz. will produce 10,000 plants
Golden Self Blanching:
is still very popular with market gardeners and shippers. More stocky than the new tall strains, very compact, stalks solid, good flavor. Blanches to a handsome golden yellow color. Pkt. $.15;
oz. $.70; % lb. $2.25; lb. $7.60.
r, ' q p L} 1 q m p 1, . /y • 12 o days. NI uch like Golden Self
• Blanching but leaves are darker green and stalks blanch white instead of yellow. Easy Blanching seems to be rather more resistant to disease. It grows taller than Golden Self Blanching but does not b anch quite as readily. Pkt. $.15; oz. $.65; J i lb. $1.65; lb. $5.70.
Golden Plume or Wonderful : v!riedtay^s
ilar in many respects to Golden Self Blanching. It matures fully as early as that variety and in many localities has been found to be more resistant to attacks of blight and rust. The plants are semi¬ dwarf, stocky and vigorous growing with very full heart which blanches quickly to a rich golden yellow color. Of very attractive appearance, superior quality and fine nutty flavor. Pkt. $.15; oz. $.80; yA lb. $2.75; lb. $9.50.
Coif T alro rvr TTfaVi • 135 da7?- ^ e are listing this Odll banc Ol U Idil . new variety in place of Giant
Pascal. It is the best variety for storage for winter use that we know of. The stalks are large and the heart well developed. It blanches to a pure white and is crisp, brittle and of good quality. Pkt. $.15; oz. $.70; % lb. $2.25; lb. $7.50.
CAULIFLOWER
1 oz. will produce 2000 plants
QrmwV»a11 • (Seed hot water treated.) This is the standard OllU W Odll . variety for the Northeastern States. We have sold the mid-season strain for several years under the name of "Finger Lakes Snowball.” In our trial grounds we have had very few plants that did not produce a marketable head. This is also true of the fields we have inspected where our seed was used. This year we have added an earlier strain of the same variety. It does not produce quite as large a head as the midseason strain but matures a week to ten days earlier.
When ordering specify whether you desire "Early” or "Mid- season” Strain. Pkt. $.15; y oz. $.60; oz. $1.90; y lb. $6.25; lb. $22.00.
NANTES CARROT
We pay transportation on above seeds.
ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL N. Y.
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GOLDEN CROSS BANTAM
SWEET CORN Hybrids
One of the most important results of recent sweet corn breeding is the production of Hybrid varieties resistant to Bacterial Wilt (Stewarts Disease). This disease for the past three years has been gradually spreading until it now is found in practically all corn growing areas. The only practical method of combating this disease seems to be to use these resistant hybrids.
These hybrids are controlled crosses of pure bred strains and for the first year after the cross is made a very strong growing heavy yielding sweet corn of the highest quality is produced. As this vigor is only maintained one year after the cross is made it is necessary for the grower to purchase new seed every year. As Hybrid Corn re¬ quires special care, we limit our production to what we can personally supervise on our own farms.
★Golden Cross Bantam : ™veDayGoidfne cross
Bantam was originated by the United States Department of Agri¬ culture and we were among the first to obtain stock seed. We feel that Golden Cross is the most desirable yellow sweet corn that has been developed.
Golden Cross is one of the most disease resistant varieties that we have tested and has produced excellent crops in sections where Bacterial Wilt has been the worst.
The stalks are very vigorous usually producing two good sized marketable ears. Golden Cross produces many suckers but unlike most varieties, under favorable conditions, these bear marketable ears maturing at the same time as those on the main stalk. At the Connecticut Experiment Station our Golden Cross Bantam pro¬ duced 15,000 marketable ears per acre.
Stalk 6 feet tall. Ears 8 inches long, 12 to 14 rows of broad medium yellow kernels. In tests at Geneva Experiment Station this past year Golden Cross held on the stalk in edible condition longer than any other variety.
Maturing about 10 days later than Golden Bantam this variety makes an excellent corn for the market gardener or canner. The kernels of the seed parent used in making this cross are small so that it is very necessary that the grower shall not plant too thick. We recommend not over 6 lbs. to the acre. Pkt. $.15; Yi lb. $.30; lb. $.50; 6 lbs. $2.60; 12 lbs. $4.75; 100 lbs. $38.00.
★Robson’s Early Bantam Hybrid : day7s3
Early Bantam Hybrid is a cross resultingjffcrff, o\r own corn breed¬ ing work. This corn gives about 50% lJkijeriyreld than ordinary Golden Bantam, is very vigprofisVnd\i2^/a'quality equal to Ban¬ tam. While not as resistMt A Bacterial Wilt as Golden Cross Bantam Hybrid it ^eifcs jt^proouce good yields where ordinary Golden Bantam is an elTire failure. Pkt. $.15; Y lb. $.25; lb. $.45; 6 lbs. $2.40.
★Robson’s Extra Early Bantam : Sur Early
Bantam is a bantam strain, developed through our breeding work; very early and has a quality as good or better than the old Golden Bantam. Extra Early Bantam produces a large number of ears and matures before other yellow corns are on the market thus giving top prices.
Like all true Bantams this variety is susceptible to wilt and is not recommended where wilt is a serious problem. St lk 4 to \Yi feet. Ears 6 inches long, 8 rowed, broad yellow kernel. Pkt. $.10; Y lb. $.15; lb. $.25; 6 lbs. $1.25; 12 lbs. $2.40; 100 lbs. $17.00.
WHinnl^’c VpIIpw 75 days- An early yellow corn VV Hippie o X CiiUW . that has proved in some sections
very profitable for market. The ears are large, 7 to 8 inches long, having 12 to 14 rows of deep kernels. They mature ready for use 10 days later than our Early Golden Bantam. The quality of the corn is very fine, but not quite as sweet as Bantam. Shows only slight resistance to wilt. Pkt. $.10; Yi lb. $.15; lb. $.25; 6 lbs. $1.20; 12 lbs. $2.15; 100 lbs. $15.20.
Stowell’s Evergreen:
the home garden, market and canning. It is hardy and productive, very tender and sugary, remaining a long time in condition suitable for boiling. The ears about 8 to 9 inches long, 16 to 20 rowed with very white grain. The stalks are from 8 to 10 ft. high. Pkt. $.10; 3^ lb. $.15; lb. $.25; 6 lbs. $1.20; 12 lbs. $2.15; 100 lbs. $15.20.
Country Gentleman : s;LirwhitJcob,vdense7yhcova-
ered with irregular rows of very long slender, white grains of ex¬ cellent quality. The ears are 7 to 8 inches long. The stalks are from 7 to 8 ft. high. It is well adapted for canning as well as the home garden and market and many consider it the best of the late vari¬ eties. Pkt. $.10; Y. lb. $.15; lb. $.25; 6 lbs. $1.20; 12 lbs. $2.15; 100 lbs. $15.20.
I find your Golden Cross Hybrid Sweet Com about two days earlier and more vigorous and yielding one hundred percent more than Whipples Yellow Corn. While not as early as Golden Early Market, it is ever so much more vigorous and blight proof.
December 30, 1933. Walter G. Emerick, Watervliet, N. Y.
POP CORN
Tan^nPCP TTiill^cc • If you are growing pop corn for J ctpd.li.CoC XI 14.11C oo . your own use or sell it to dis¬ criminating neighbors, Japanese Hulless is the variety you should use. The popped kernels are large for the size of the corn, there are no hard centers, the kernel is very sweet and tender. Stalks about five feet tall, ear thick and about four inches long, kernel small pointed and white. Pkt. $.05; lb. $.20; 10 lbs. $1.50; 100 lbs. $10.00.
i he old standard wmte commercial variety.
much larger than Japanese
White Rice: The yield is muun laigei mall Japanese Hulless as the ear is almost twice as large but the quality is poor when compared to that variety. Pkt. $.05; lb. $.20; 10 lbs. $1.50; 100 lbs. $10.00. _ _
Your neighbor is using Crow-Fez Crow repellent. See page 15 for prices.
We pay transportation on corn in lots of 12 lbs. or less at above prices.
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ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
clark’s special
CUCUMBERS
1 oz. will plant 100 hills
EGG PLANT
1 oz. will grow 1500 plants
/-M _ _ Cr^/Gol • 63 days. A white spine variety much like
V^la.lK S opcClclI • Woodruffs Hybrid and Harris Per¬ fection. The cucumbers are 8J4 to 10 inches long by 2 J4 inches in diameter slightly tapering toward both ends. It holds its dark green color well and can be shipped long distances. An ideal slicing variety as it grows straight and has very few seeds, also good for dills. Grows rather slim for commercial pickles. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.12; lb. $.40; lb. $1.35.
TTarlir Wfiifp (No 2603) 58 days. (See cut
Jiariy W mie opine . page 12) We have been test¬ ing this strain of white spine for several years and last spring put out a number of samples for test. We have a report from the Erie County Farm Bureau showing that in their tests it out-yielded all other varieties. It is primarily a pickle variety as it grows very straight, square ended 7 to 8 inches long. The color is a good deep green. Flesh is solid and makes a firm pickle. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; K lb. $.30; lb. $1.00.
TTfirlv TTnrtnn P • 64 days. Probably the most popular all -Lbctriy -T UI IU11C • purpose white spine variety where both pickles and slicers are wanted. In growth it is intermediate be¬ tween Clark’s Special and White Spine being about 8 inches long by 2J4 inches in diameter. The fruit is slightly tapering. Under very dry conditions such as we had the past year it tends to produce crooked fruits. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; ’4 lb. $.25; lb. $.85.
Improved Long Green : ™edbaiack spfee^Sie^
Hardy and fairly prolific. Fruits 12 to 14 inches long by 2 >4 inches in diameter, more or less warted, tapering toward stem end, dark green. Flesh white and firm. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; 14 lb. $.30; lb. $1.00.
TM-af-ipnal 'Dirlrlincr* 56 days. This black spine variety IN d. LlOnd.1 Jr lLKilllg . might be called an improved
Snow’s Pickling which it closely resembles. Developed for the National Pickle Packers Association by the Michigan Agricultural College it has proven to be one of the best for small pickles. Mature cucumbers are 5)4 to 6 inches long by 2)4 inches thick. Pickles are dark green, square ended and very symmetrical in shape. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.12; )4 lb. $.35; lb. $1.10.
ENDIVE
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
TT n 1 1 Rpfin/iQTi * ^ days. An improved strain
.T lill Xlcd.IL -Dd.Ld.Vld.il . 0{ Broaj Leaved Batavian. A
trifle earlier and more compact than the old strain. The center blanches to a creamy white and is excellent for salads. We prefer it to the curled varieties. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; )4 lb. $.40; lb. $1.40.
lVTncc ("Sirl days. More compact and finer cut
IViOoo \_/UllCLl • leaves than "Green Curled” of which it is an improved strain. Center blanches to creamy white. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; >4 lb. $.35; lb. $1.20.
KALE
Rlfirlr Rpailfv * 81 days. A valuable variety for the j-iiacn jjcauij • home gardeners and truckers. Earlier and nearly as large as the New York Improved. Fruits egg-shaped, smooth, very dark purple and hold color well. Pkt. $.12; oz. $.40; 14 lb. $1.15; lb. $3.80.
New York Improved: “ & TS^efa?S
large, oval, black-purple and glossy. Pkt. $.12; oz. $.40; )4 lb. $1.15; lb. $3.80.
KOHL RABI
14 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
P'flTiv A/ipirr-ia * days. The best table
DdXiy W line V lenna . variety. This is a vegetable
that we feel would be used more if it were better known. When cooked it has a more delicate flavor than purple top turnips and is not so watery. Should be used as soon as large enough as they grow woody as they grow older. Bulbs 2 to 3 inches in diameter, very light green; flesh white. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; J4 lb. $.50; lb. $1.65.
LETTUCE
1 oz. will produce 3000 plants
prj7p TTpciH • tbink this is the best early lettuce for ST J lie XXCdLA • home use. The name is rather unfortunate as it is not a head variety. Plants are medium size, crisp and tender. Leaves are crumpled and frilled at the edges. The color of the leaves is light brown which spoils its appearance as a market variety. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.20; )4 lb. $.50; lb. $1.65.
Black Seeded Simpson:
garden and for growing out of doors for market. The leaves are light green, large crumpled and very tender. This variety seems to do well everywhere. Too tender for forcing under glass for market. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; '4 lb. $.40; lb. $1.20.
CL-ranA T? oniric • A loose leaf lettuce, much frilled, not dlHX . nearly so tender as Black Seeded Simp¬
son but better as a forcing variety for market as it will stand hand¬ ling better. Also grown as an outdoor market variety. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; M lb. $.40; lb. $1.40.
IVTflV TY iri P" * Vefy early head variety. Head is small but XV-Lctj Xvlllg . very compact. Leaves light green tinged with brown at edges, inside color is rich creamy yellow. Very good for home garden and early market. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; J4 lb- $.40; lb. $1.20.
New York or Wonderful: ™siarfnJwndeodnlh;
market as Iceberg. Very desirable market variety if it can be grown well. Leaves are dark green, curled at the edges. Heads are large and solid under favorable weather conditions. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.20; )4 lb. $.60; lb. $1.90.
)4 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Dwarf Scotch Curled :
ety. Leaves finely curled. Used for greens and garnishing. Use while young or only the top of the older plants. 16 to 20 inches tall.
Pkt. $.10; oz. $.15; )4 lb. $.40; lb. $1.15.
Toll QrntrH f'urlekH • 60 days. So hardy that frost x cu.1 OLUIL11 V^UIiCLi. improves rather than injures
the quality, leaves plumelike, light green and deeply cut. 3 to 4 ft. high. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.12; 14 lb. $.30; lb. $.90.
Big
Boston * Tbe standard market head lettuce in the east DUolUll . untii the west started shipping “Iceberg” in large quantities. Heads are large and compact, leaves large almost smooth, wavy at edges, light green tinged with reddish brown. Heart greenish white tinged with yellow. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; 14 lb. $.40; lb. $1.20.
Cos or Romaine :
(White Paris Self Folding). A medium large well blanched, firm, loaf shaped head; leaves oval in form, flat and smooth, color medium dark green. Good quality. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.20; *4 lb. $.50; lb. $1.50.
We pay transportation on above seeds.
ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
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MUSKMELON OR CANTALOUPE
1 oz. will plant 100 hills
-X-T3 oyi H pt **~? CliirnriCA • 05 days. We feel that this is ^ -DCllUClo OUljJlioC. the most satisfactory melon
that we grow. Due to a difference of opinion as to what the ideal Benders Surprise should be, there are a great many different types now on the market. Some have bred for size and have sacrificed quality. Our ideal has been a melon averaging 7 to 8 lbs. heavily netted, thick sweet orange yellow meat, firm but free from stringi¬ ness. Our supply of seed is limited this year on account of a severe hail storm. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.65; lb. $2.15.
_A_T'\ ~1 j e • 86 days. This may be described as an early
W DCiltlUUo • Bender. It is a comparatively new variety. The melons average about five pounds. A little flatter than Benders and 10 days earlier. The quality is very good. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.65; lb. $2.15.
An rhamolairi • 82 days. Said to be a cross be- kjoiuen V^nd.mpid.m . tween Emerald Gem and Ford-
hook. A very early, salmon fleshed melon of medium size, flesh rather soft. The melon is round about 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; 34 lb. $.50; lb. $1.65.
TTrmPV Rnplf * 9^ days. Also known as Sugar Rock. A XlUilCj r\.UCl\. . new melon, nearly round, averaging about 4 lbs. Skin grey-green covered with coarse netting, flesh thick, juicy, orange-salmon, fine flavor. Good for home garden and nearby market. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; lb. $.45; lb. $1.40.
WATERMELON
4 oz. will plant 100 hills
bender’s SURPRISE MELON
^itnnA lVTrmntain * 90 days- A high quality large oval- vj lunc 4YJ.U un lain . roun(j melon that is becoming popu¬ lar in the north. Dark green rind. Flesh rich scarlet, fine grained and sweet. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; J4 lb. $.40; lb. $1.15.
V"\ nn rl ilr A • 82 days. An early variety, very popular in the
. western states. In test at Cornell, Klondike has proven to be one of the best watermelons for our climate. Fruits oblong, slightly tapering to blossom end, medium sized, with slight ribs; rind medium hard. Flesh bright deep red, very sweet and tender, seeds small, black and white. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; 34 lb. $.40; lb. $1.15.
PEPPERS
1 oz. will produce 1500 plants
TTprric 'C'cirltACt* We recommend this for an early vari- ^ XkcH ilco L . ety. The peppers are only medium size and the meat is rather thin but it is, we believe, the best of the early varieties of sweet peppers. It is a very heavy bearer. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.55; 34 lb. $1.70; lb. $5.70.
TJof.rl‘c T?o fbr d innt • 63 days. One of the earliest of -^-Ulilb Jha.I\.y kJld.Hl . the large sweet peppers. It is of good quality, fairly productive but like Harris Earliest rather thin meated. It grows from 4 to 4 14 inches long by 334 inches in
diameter. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.55; 34 lb. $1.70; lb. $5.70.
Pfilifnr-niti WnnHAr • 75 days- This is the thickest V^diliUrilld W (JIlUcI • meated pepper that we know of.
Fruits are large, 4 34 inches long by 4 inches thick. Very attractive, smooth, deep green, sweet and mild. Some growers feel that Cali¬ fornia Wonder is too late for the East but we have found that for green peppers the very thick meat makes it possible to pick it less mature that other varieties. Varies in productiveness in different soils. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.55; 34 lb. $1.70; lb. $5.70.
diorvf rouormo • One of the best “hot peppers.” The ''-““AH' v^dydlllC • fruit is 3 inches long and 1 inch through. Ripens early, very prolific. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.55; 34 lb. $1.70; lb. $5.70.
PARSLEY
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Moss Curled or Triple Curled : p]acntmpwicth
very dark green leaves, exceedingly finely cut and curled. Very desirable for garnishing and decorative purposes. Pkt. $.05; oz $.10; 34 lb. $.25; lb. $.75.
ONION SEED
34 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Mountain Globe Danvers: ofYenowcTob^n-
ion originating in the mountains of Colorado. The bulbs are a good deep yellow color, slightly smaller than Yellow Globe Danvers. Desirable where season is short or for early market. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.50; lb. $1.65.
Yellow Globe Danvers: °mmertchieaim0StvaPnetieas"
Bulbs medium large, globe shaped slightly flattened, deep orange- yellow color. Flesh is creamy-white. Necks small. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; 34 lb. $.45; lb. $1.50.
Southport Yellow Globe: ^eerciai vSyta a
little later than Yellow Globe Danvers, globular, with slight taper to top and root. Color, size and keeping qualities about the same as Yellow Globe Danvers. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.15; 34 lb. $.45; lb.
$1.50.
Ebenezer or “Japanese”: wTe%duidbs ia5
somewhat flattened with yellow skin and white, firm flesh. It ma¬ tures early and keeps well. A leading variety for onion sets. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; } 4 lb. $.50; lb. $1.65.
Riverside Sweet Spanish: “rbut° wen
Has better skin and much better bred. Globular in shape with golden yellow skin; flesh white, very mild and of pleasing flavor. Either sow seed early in open ground or preferably indoors and transplant as soon as danger of freezing is over. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.25; J4 lb. $.70; lb. $2.35.
■\T7"L;f0 'Drif+ii era 1 • An early flat white onion of good size W 1X1 It; ir U1 lllgctl . antj flavor. Excellent for family use
or market. Matures earlier than Yellow Globe Danvers and keeps fairly well. When sown thick in a “ribbon row” the onions mature when small and are excellent for pickling. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.65; lb. $2.15.
Southport Red Globe :
round, with small neck and thick, deep purplish red skin; flesh white tinged with pink; of strong flavor. Productive and good keeper. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.65; lb. $2.15.
^Ebenezer or “Japanese Sets”:
For the first time we are offering sets of our own growing. These sets were produced on rich sandy loam and are the finest we have offered in years. They have been carefully cured and graded and are now in storage.
These sets can be used for green onions or may be left and will produce large dry onions for early market. Very few of the plants of . this, variety go to seed. Lb. $.25; pk.
18
We pay transportation charges on the above seeds.
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ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
Midseason Giant:
67 days. Matures after the early varieties and seems to stand the hot weather better than most varieties of this season. The vines grow about 20 inches high. The 4)4 inch pods contain 8 to 9 large peas of good quality. Pods are dark green which make it a desirable shipping variety. Y lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.15; 100 lbs. $18.00.
Alderman or Improved Telephone : ™ hYI
variety is so much better than the old Telephone that we no longer list that variety. Alderman is the late variety commonly used in sections where peas are grown for shipping. The vine grows about 40 inches tall, the pods 4)4 to 5)4 inches long, dark green and con¬ tain 8 to 10 plump large peas. We consider Alderman the best tall pea. )4 lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $2.55; 100 lbs. $14.30.
Improved Stratagem: wrinkled allVrp^variety
that seems to be quite resistant to wilt. Vines grow about 25 inches high and set a good crop of dark green pods about 4)4 inches long, 8 to 10 large peas in a pod. A lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.00; 100 lbs. $17.00.
PARSNIP
A oz. will sow 100 ft. row
A T T - : „ TV/Trvrl ckl • An improved strain of the old
^narrib iviouei . Hollow Crown but better filled at the sides. The roots are well shaped, smooth and white. We grow this seed from selected transplanted roots. This increases the cpst but we feel that it is worth it to the gardener who wants quality parsnips. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; Y lb. $.40; lb. $1.00.
PUMPKIN
1 oz. will sow 20 hills
'VXTirvItir T iivnnr' 100 days. An early variety for the VV 11ILCI L/UAUlJf . home garden and local market. A trifle larger than small sugar; weighing from 7 to 8 pounds. Skin is orange-yellow covered by light netting. Flesh thick and fine flavored. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.12; )4 lb. $.30; lb. $.90.
Small Sugar or New England Pie : smfc
ange colored variety weighing from 6 to 8 pounds. Flesh is thick, sweet and fine grained. The common pie variety. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; Yi lb. $.25; lb. $.60.
rnrmprtiriit TTiplH • 120 days.- The lar®e pumpkin bAC 14 L X" lCllA . that used to be grown m every
corn field. Rather coarse for home use but used extensively for canning and stock feeding. Weigh from 15 to 20 lbs. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; M lb. $.20; lb. $.55.
LAXTON S PROGRESS
Little Marvel
PEAS
1 lb. will sow 100 ft. row
•C1irr.ri'cp, nr TTrH-ncP • 61 days- We are not listin8 'JldipiloC U1 Xl/A/lipoC . Alaska this year as we cannot
■see any place for it. Surprise is just as early and productive and of far better quality. It is a sweet wrinkled variety growing 28 to 30 inches tall. The pod is 3 inches long containing 6 to 8 peas. Only desirable for home garden. Y lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $2.65; 100 lbs. $15.20.
62 days. One of the older varieties of early wrinkled peas but one of the best, if not the best. Our experience is that it will outyield Surprise and is more dwarf, growing only 18 inches tall. The pods are about 3 inches long, 7 to 8 peas in a pod. Neither one of these varieties are desirable for shipping as the pods are too small. Little Marvel is much better for home markets, the pod being a dark green. Y lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $3.30; 100 lbs. $19.00.
T ovtnn’cDrnirrooc 62 days. The most popular of the -L/d-XlOIl b X^IUglCbb . dwarf large podded wrinkled
local market and shipping varieties. Vines 16 to 18 inches high. Pods 4)4 to 5 inches long, pointed containing 7 to 9 large peas of good quality. Pods grow singly on vine. Y lb. $.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $2.95; 100 lbs. $17.00.
63 days. A popular, medium early variety for home and market garden. Vines 30 to 36 inches tall. Pods 3)4 to 3 94 inches long, square ended containing 7 to 8 large tender peas of good quality. Y lb.
$.20; lb. $.35; 15 lbs. $2.95; 100 lbs. $17.00.
Thomas Laxton :
EBENEZER ONIONS RAISED FROM SETS
See page 9 for prices on Ebenezer sets
We pay transportation on peas in lots of 15 lbs. or less.
ROBSON SEED FARMS. HALL, N. Y. 11
A STEM OF OUR SPECIAL STRAIN OF JOHN BAER TOMATO
TOMATOES
RADISH
1 oz. will produce 2000 plants
"Pj, —1 1 j, — o • 6® days. A very early variety for the home and alia. . market garden. This variety has been improved a great deal in the past few years so that the fruits are much smoother than they originally were. The vine is only medium size and the yield is not as large as is obtained with later varieties. Fruits flattened, medium sized, firm, bright red. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.45; 34 lb. $1.25; lb. $4.00.
T)t-C>01?. . 70 days. A new wilt resistant variety
-L'«.y • originated by the U. S. Dept, of Agri¬ culture. Fruits medium large, orange red, globe-shaped, smooth. On account of the light vine growth and yellow cast in the color we can only recommend this variety where wilt is a factor. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.50; M lb. $1.35; lb. $4.50.
T|-\Vin "Rupr * 70 days. The best main crop tomato in W J OIIU JJctCl . most sections. This strain was developed at the Geneva Experiment Station and has proven to be better than the old strains. Fruits medium sized, semi-globular, very attractive bright scarlet-red, smooth and quite firm. Colors well around stem. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.50; 34 lb. $1.35; lb. $4.50.
A lyTnrcrlnVir * ^ days. A medium late wilt resistant ^ lVJ.a.1 glU D C • variety that has become very popular. It is a heavy grower and quite productive. The fruits are medium to large, nearly globular, smooth and very solid. Very fine quality. This variety is also used extensively for green tomatoes. We have been growing Marglobe for several years and have a very fine strain. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.50; 34 lb. $1.35; lb. $4.50.
OyVi Part * days. A distinct, attractive variety recently DAllCdl l . introduced and becoming very popular. Fruits extremely large, somewhat rough, heart shaped, pink; very solid meat and of very mild flavor. Moderately productive but rather late for our climate. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.60; 34 lb. $1.75; lb. $6.00.
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Early Scarlet Globe : vari&s'forTbothmocompmeprc&r
and home use. Olive shaped and rich bright scarlet in color. The flesh is white and tender. Tops are small. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; 3 4 lb. $.20; lb. $.55.
TT ■** o n H v* a o hf o of- * days. A slim scarlet variety tJctxVldo L . with a white tip. Roots 134 inches long by 34 to 24 inches thick. Must be used as soon as large enough as it becomes pithy very quickly. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; M lb. $.25; lb. $.70.
Tripip . 27 days. The best early white radish. Roots are 5 to ■LLlLlt . 51^ inches long, slender, tapering at the tip. Flesh clear white and very crisp, will remain edible longer than the early varieties. We suggest mixing this with either Scarlet Globe or French Breadfast. In pulling the earlier variety you make room for the Icicles to bottom. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; 34 lb. $.25; lb. $.65.
SALSIFY or Vegetable Oyster
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Mammoth Sandwich Island : vanrietymprothlt
grows very large and is of fine quality. Roots 6 to 8 inches long, 1 to 1 34 inches thick, tapering, smooth, dull white. Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; M lb. $.60; lb. $1.85.
Do not miss trying Golden Cross Bantam Sweet Corn. See page 7.
We pay transportation on above seeds.
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ROBSON SEED FARMS. HALL. N. Y.
EARLY WHITE SPINE CUCUMBER NO. 2603 For description see page 8
SPINACH
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
Long Standing Bloomsdale: Jopuilr for sS
sowing. Leaves are deep green, much curled and savoyed, holds without going to seed much longer than the old Bloomsdale. Pkt. $.05; X lb. $.12; lb. $.26; 10 lbs. $2.40.
'K’incx nf TYprimarlr * 46 days. An excellent long stand - Cliliicli iv . ;ng Spring variety used exten¬ sively by canners and market gardeners. Plant is large and spread¬ ing. Leaves dark green, only slightly crumpled. Pkt. $.05; X lb. $.12; lb. $.28; 10 lbs. $2.60.
Blight Resistant Savoy : B&Jerim£?
Station for blight resistance. Not good for spring planting as it goes to seed quickly in hot weather. Recommended for late sum¬ mer planting for fall use. Dark green, heavily savoyed. Pkt. $.05; X lb. $.12; lb. $.27; 10 lbs. $2.50.
Green Hubbard
105 days. The standard winter squash. Fruit weighs from 10 to 12 lbs., pointed at both ends, slightly warted, dark bronze-green in color; flesh thick, orange-yellow. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; X lb- $.35; lb. $1.10.
'X-'RIiip TTtihhnrrl • 110 days- A large winter squash W ual u- • that each year is becoming more
popular due to its excellent quality. Fruit large, long, pointed at both ends, skin blue-grey and slightly ridged; weighs from 12 to 14 pounds. We believe that we have one of the purest strains on the market. Pkt. $.05 ; oz. $.20 ; X lb. $.50 ; lb. $1 .75.
f^nlrlpn TTiihHnrrl • HO days. Similar to Green Hub- VyUiUcII XJ.UU Ud.ru • t,ard but earlier, smaller and more
prolific. Popular with the canners. Fruits weigh 8 to 10 pounds, moderately warted. Skin orange-red. Flesh deep orange. Pkt.
$.05; oz. $.15; X lb. $.35; lb. $1.00.
SWISS CHARD
TVTpxxr 7 c*a\an(\ • ?0 days. Not a true spinach; thrives in .LiCW ZjKZa.La.im . bot weather. It is spreading in habit, leaves are small, dark green and can be picked repeatedly through¬ out the season, plants continue to put out new shoots until frost. Many people like this variety, however to us. the "greens” have a
Eeculiar flavor and are not to be compared with the other varieties.
eed should be soaked for 24 hours before planting. Pkt. $.05; X lb. $.15; lb. $.45; 10 lbs. $4.25.
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row
T lIPIlllllC • 50 to 60 days. Desirable for home and market LUbUllUb • garden use. Large upright yellowish-green leaves; heavily crumpled. Stem thick, broad, light green in color; most popular of chards. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.12; X lb. $.25; lb. $.80.
'E'nrHFmnlr ft i ant • Leaves broad, upright in growth, UrUIlUO.tV LJldlll • very dark green, crumpled with broad white mid-rib. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.12; X lb. $.30; lb. $.85.
SQUASH
TURNIPS
Giant Summer Straightneck : fmProvemeAt
over the old Bush Crookneck as it packs better for shipping. Our seed stock is raised by one of the most careful growers in the East. We inspected the field before harvesting and have never seen a lot of summer squash so true to type. Pkt. $.08; oz. $.20; X lb. $.55; lb. $1.70.
CHrit-f f'nr'n'7o11 o • 63 days. One of the best known OllUI L A/ULUZ.C11C . Italian squashes. Weighs 3 to 4 pounds; cylindrical, dark green with lighter green turning to golden stripes. Flesh greenish white and of fine flavor. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; X lb. $.40; lb. $1.35.
Table Queen or Des Moines : cfiieddaacomAwe
have been for several years recommending this variety. All at once it has become very popular. Everyone seems to prefer it to the larger varieties. These individual squashes are 5 to 6 inches long by 4X inches in diameter, ribbed, smooth and dark green. Very prolific and keeps well. It is customary to bake these whole or halved. After baking cut in two lengthwise, take out seeds, add butter and seasoning and serve in the shell. Table Queen fits the needs of the small family, restaurant and hotel. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; X lb. $.40; lb. $1.20.
A PrlirtflVI'l * *02 days. One of the best quality winter ^DCllUUUo . squashes we know of. Fruit is top-shaped and weighs from 7 to 8 lbs. Skin dark green with light green stripes toward blossom end. Flesh is thick, dry and very fine quality.
Pkt. $.05; oz. $.15; X lb. $.35; lb. $1.20.
1 oz. will sow 100 ft. row Seed hot water" treated
★Purple Top White Globe:
white varieties for home garden and shipping. Roots large, globe shaped, smooth, upper part purple-red, white below; flesh white, sweet, crisp and tender. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; X lb. $.20; lb. $.55.
frnlrlpn Bflll * An attractive variety for the home garden VTUit-ACil -Uctli . and market gardeners. Roots medium
size, round, deep yellow. Flesh pale yellow, apt to be slightly bitter. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.10; X lb. $.25; lb. $.70.
RUTABAGAS
X oz- will sow 100 ft. row
Improved Long Island : °yfel£w bes‘aSS!
Roots are medium sized, smooth and very good quality for table use. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.12; X lb. $.30; lb. $.80.
TJ0H0 WpctLlirv1 A large rapid growing yellow variety XHdilo W Co l U UI j . with purple top and small neck. One of the most popular varieties grown in Canada. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.12; X lb. $35; lb. $1.00.
We pay transportation on the above seed.
ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL. NY.
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OUR CERTIFIED ALPHA BARLEY IS GROWN FROM HOT WATER TREATED SEED AND
SHOWS NO SMUT
ALPHA BARLEY SOY BEANS
2 to 2)4 bu. will sow 1 acre
The most popular two-rowed variety in the East. Alpha is a heavy producing large kerneled barley with fairly stiff straw. Ripens a little later than the six row varieties; heads do not crinkle and break off. This makes it especially desirable for sowing with
oats. Certified Seed 1 to 10 bu. $1.60 per bu.; 10 bu. or more $1.50 per bu. Not prepaid.
CORNELLIANpATS
2 to 2 Yi bu. will ^cn^Xjjire
This oat is grey in coIoe anV appears small due to the very thin hull. The kernel whegTMkpvJbffrom the hull is as large as that of the larger varietiejJ^S'helftgding value of Cornellian is very high due to the high percentage of meat. A heavy producing, stiff strawed variety. 1 TO 15 bu. $1.15 per bu.; 15 bu. or more $1.10 per bu. Not prepaid.
ITHACANjdATS
A larger oat than Co*nefta$ butKas a heavier hull and about the same sized mea£. /'Bft^htfWnd of fine appearance. Yields about the same as Coaasljkitf. 1 to 15 bu. $1.15 per bu.; 15 bu. or more $1.10 per bu. NoFpfepaid.
CANADA FIELD PEAS
We have always taken great care in the selection of Canadian Field Peas to get seed that is free from disease and will ripen with Cornellian Oats and Alpha Barley. Our seed is grown in the far North and has given excellent yields. Each shipment is tested for blight at the New York Seed Laboratory. 1 to 5 bu. $3.60 per bu.; 5 bu. or more $3.50. Not prepaid.
From the intensive growing of cash crops, many fields are now so low in fertility that they will no longer produce profitable yields. Rather than sow these fields to crops that do not pay their way why not sow them to Soy Beans? Plowing under this legume will build up your farm by supplying a vast amount of humus and plant food at a very low cost. Many worthless fields have been made to produce very profitable cash crops after Soy Beans.
Soy Beans should be sowed June 1st to 20th with a grain drill using all runs and placing the seeds about 2J4 inches apart in the rows. About 78 lbs. of seed are required per acre.
Soy Beans seed must be inoculated to produce a maximum crop.
"Rlfirlr* A tall, fine-stemmed, leafy variety. This ” iiodll JDldCiV . vigorous growing strain has proven to be the best adapted for New York State conditions through experi¬ ments conducted at Ithaca. It will produce a heavy succulent growth desirable for forage or green manure. 1 to 60 lbs. $.04 per lb. 1 bu. or more $2.40 per bu. Not prepaid.
CORNELLIAN OATS PRODUCE HEAVY YIELDS AND ARE HEAVY
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Cnn-A • Broad Leaved, a perennial that will last for Odge . yearS. Pkt. $.05; oz. $.20; \4 lb. $.60; lb. $2.00 |
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ROBSON SEED FARMS, HALL, N. Y.
A CORNER OF 30 ACRES OF OUR ROBSON SEEDLING POTATOES
POTATOES
"RnHcrm ^A^rlUmo" A number of years ago we origi- XYUUoUli OCCLlllllg . riated this variety from seed taken
from a potato blossom seedball. We grew it on our own farms and in the test plot at the New York State Btollege of Agriculture. It proved to be a heavy yielder, and a jrig'arOTis grower. On account of its desirability and the very entl^bsjastic reports from our cus¬ tomers we feel that we can strongl jrehpmmend this strain above all others that we have tested for hVrQa' garden or field production.
The Robson Seedling is of the Rural type, medium late, excellent shape for baking and will hcjgiym much later in the spring than most other varieties.
In spite of the very df Jison our fields averaged over 300
bushels per acre. One p
per bu. 5 bu. or
parcels post $.75 postpaid ; 1 to 5 bu. er bu. Not prepaid.
Prince Edward Island Certified Irish
C'nhhlPTQ * There is always a demand for this early round, vUUUlclS . white, high quality potato. Inasmuch as Irish Cobblers matured in this climate during hot weather are greatly weakened in vitality, we have our seed grown on Prince Edward Island, Canada, where the weather is cool and the soil well adapted to the growing of seed potatoes.
This stock is inspected and certified by the Canadian Govern¬ ment. It is medium size and smooth. Many growers report 300 bushel per acre yields from our seed. 1 peck by Parcels Post $.95 postpaid. 1 to 5 bu. $2.50; per bu. 5 bu. or more $2.40 per bu. Not prepaid.
SEED CORN
With the exception of the Learning all of our seed corn is grown near Hall, N. Y. Northern Grown Seed Corn gives better yields.
Extra Early Cornell 11: Lr"&S*ioniiof S
been too late in maturing to be an ideal husking corn. With this in mind we have been breeding for an earlier maturing strain of this very desirable variety.
We now have an Extra Early Cornell 1 1 that ripens fully two weeks earlier than the old strain. The stalk is of good height, 7 to 9 ft., the ears are 8 to 9 inches long and have 14 to 18 rows of yellow dented kernels arranged on a small cob.
Under favorable conditions Extra Early Cornell 11 will fully mature in 90 days. We have had many reports of yields of over 100 bushels of ears per acre. One peck by Parcels Post $.85 postpaid; bu. $1.25; bu. $2.25. Not prepaid.
Cnmoll 11 for flip Qilc • This is the strain of ^oriieii 11 lor me Olio . Cornell ll that we have
handled for a number of years. We especially recommend it for use
in the silo. The stalks grow slightly taller than the early strain and
the ears are a little larger.
This seed was carefully field selected and dried by special equip¬ ment so as to insure high germination and strong vitality. One
peck by Parcels Post $.85 postpaid; bu. $1.25; bu. $2.25. Not prepaid.
West Branch Sweepstakes: fhanatcornXny
Produces more tons of green weight but cannot be depended upon to fully ripen under most New York State conditions. Sweepstakes is adapted for silage int his State. The ears are very similar in shape to Cornell 11 but the kernels are red and somewhat larger. One peck by Parcels Post $.85 postpaid; l/2 bu. $1.25; bu. $2.25. Not prepaid.
Improved Learning : °“,o( ,TLmSlpo.p„u'“p»aS
most sections of New York State except under very favorable con¬ ditions. Stalk is tall, ears large, kernels yellow. One peck by Parcels Post $.85 postpaid; ‘2 bu. $1.00; bu. $1.75. Not prepaid.
Use Crow-Fez crow repellent. Prices on opposite page.
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HALL, f^oVc
July 31st, 1934
Mr. Roy Magruifcer U. S. Dept, of Agri . Wa shingt on , D . C .
Dear Sir:
In reply to your- letter of July 20th.
Under separate cover we are mailing you a copy of our catalog. We wish to call your attention to Early Seneca cabbage listed on page 3. This variety was originated and introduced by us two years ago.
We trust you will find this variety of value to you in
your work.
Very truly yours :0RS0N .SEED FARM
Wholesale and Retail Seed Growers
270 Acres in the Heart of the Finger Lakes
ORDER SHEET
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CONDITIONS OF SALE — If the seeds here ordered should prove not true to name, or of inferior quality, we will refund the money paid for them or replace them without extra charge, but all our Seeds are sold on the distinct understanding and with the agreement by the pui chaser that we will not be liable for any loss or damage that may occur by reason of the failure of the Seeds to grow or to be of the variety or quality ordered. We will not accept or fill orders on any other terms. — Robson Seed Farms.
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SPECIAL QUOTATIONS
Because of changing prices, we do not list the following in our catalogue. We will be pleased to make special quotations if you will return this card indi¬ cating the quantities of each item you will need :
.Lbs. Timothy Seed . “ Medium Clover . “ Alsike Clover . “ Mammoth Clover . “ N.W. Common Alfalfa . “ Grimm Alfalfa . “ W. B. Sweet Clover . “ Japanese Millet
,.Lbs. Hungarian Millet
.. “ Early Amber Sorghum
,.Bu. Spring Wheat
.Lbs. Lawn Grass
.. “ Kentucky Blue Grass
.. “ Red Top
.Field Grown Cabbage Plants (June 1st.)
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MARKET GROWERS JOURNAL
A publication for the Commercial Vegetable Producer. Issued the first and fifteenth of each month. The aim is to offer information, practical pointers, news of the market gardening industry, business service, inspiration and sound leader¬ ship. Especially valuable to Eastern Vegetable Growers.
Subscription price, $1.00 per year; $2.00 for three years. Include your sub¬ scription with your seed order.
CROW -FEZ (Crow Repellent)
Various crow repelling preparations are now being offered growers for protection of planted seed corn. Invariably their cost is so great as to prohibit their use by the general public, and in consequence a demand for a more moderate priced repellent has come to our attention. To meet this demand and to place in the hands of all farmers an economically priced repellent that all growers could afford to use we have brought onto the market “Crow-Fez” — a preparation which embodies all the repelling qualities of the higher priced repellents at a cost to the consumer of about one-half the price of present repellents. ]/z pint can, 60c, treats 1 bu. of corn. 1 pint can, $1.00, treats 2 bu. of corn. 1 quart can, $1.50, treats 4 bu. of corn. Prepaid.
Legume Stimugerm Cultures
Every crop rotation schedule should include a Legume crop. Legumes, when inoculated with the proper bacteria draw nitrogen from the air and convert it into nitrate form, suitable as plant food. Much of this is stored in nodules on the roots of the plants for the benefit of future crops, and when the crop itself is turned under, the nitrogen in the plants is also returned to the soil.
Cultures are obtainable for Alfalfa and all of the Clovers. ^2 bushel size, 35c; 1 bushel 65c; 21^ bushels $1.40.
Culture for Peas, including Canada Field, Garden and Sweet; Beans, including Garden, Lima, Soy, and Velvet; Lupines and Vetch can be had in the bushel size at 35c; 2 bushels, 65c; 5 bushels, $1.40. Prepaid.
Be sure to specify what crop culture is to be used for.
Pot Labels and Garden Stakes Keep a record of the kind and variety of seeds sown, dates, etc. Every gardener should use stakes and labels.
Plain
POT LABELS 100 1000
4 in. long, Postpaid . $.25 $1.65
5 in. long, Postpaid . 25 1.75
GARDEN STAKES. 12 in. long, l1^ in. wide, plain, doz. 25c; 100, $1.00. Post¬ paid. These are nice smooth white wooden labels of best quality.
Millions of HOTKAPS Guard Growing Crops
HOTKAPS are waxed paper cones, easily set out in quan¬ tity over seed or growing plants. They guard against rain, frost, cold, wind, hail, birds and insects, and maintain perfect mulch. Growth is forced and yield is increased 10 to 25 per cent. Crops mature 2 to 3 weeks earlier, and bring premium prices. Prices: 1,000 for $10.00; 250 package with setter and tamper, $3.65; 100 package with setter and tamper, $2.40; steel setter, $2.25. Garden setter 50c. Prepaid.
Germaco HOTKAPS
FLOWER SEEDS
In selecting a list of flower seeds wre have kept in mind, not the professional gardener, florist or specialist but rather the amateur who wants an abundance of flowers throughout the season. These varieties are easy to grow and suitable to our climatic conditions.
ANNUALS
Antirrhinum :
(Snapdragon — Intermediate). Graceful 2 ft. spikes of large flowers closely placed on the stem. The spikes are not as spindly as the taller sorts and make a much better appearance. Choice mixed colors. Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.35.
Acfpr* double Giant Crego. This class also called “Ostrich rtolci . p]UIpe” and “Giant Comet,” are of fine size, have long, shaggy, twisted petals. They are undoubtedly the most popu¬ lar of all Asters. Crimson, Pink, Purple and White. Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.75; Mixed Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.60.
Double American Branching. The plants are quite -rt.ol.CX . spreading and bear many good sized blooms which are fully double with petals evenly incurved. Splendidly suited for both bedding and cutting. White, Red, Lavender, Pink, Purple and Rose. Pkt. $.10; 3i oz. $.60; Mixed colors, pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.50.
Fpll fund'll If! * (Pot Marigold). One of the most useful and • showiest annuals for the garden, or as a cut flower. Blooms all summer requiring very little care. Choice mixed, 8 varieties: Pkt. $.10; oz. $.30.
f' mr» q -n 1 1 1 a • (Canterbury Bell). Branching plants 2 ft. vallipallUia • tall heavily loaded with large pendant bells. The flowers appear in white, blue and pink shades. Annual. Single mixed colors. Pkt. $.25.
pnf n ii rpn F'xzq ii c: • (Bachelor Button). Produces V^CllLd.UI Ca V^ydllllb • handsome large, double blooms which are effective for out-of-door plantings and make fine bou¬ quets. Blue, Rose, White, Carmine and Mixed: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.30.
rhnrcnnfVlPmiim • SinSle Annual. A free flowering ^LXX J ^dlllllCIIllXIIl . c]asS| producing gay daisy-like
blooms of delicate coloring poised on long stiff stems. Excellent for bouquets. Mixed colors. Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.25.
rflSmOS * Extra early, mammoth single. A choice plant V^UbillCb . for jate summer and autumn flowering. They are of fine bushy habits with feathery light green foliage. The handsome flowers and broad petals often overlapping and fluted. Blooms best in rather poor soil. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 1 oz. $.45.
T orhcniir • (Annual Delphinium). Feathery foliage which KkSpUl . sets off the handsome spikes of double blossoms. ■Colors range from white, lavender and pink to brilliant hues. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.25.
7V/T t-n inrr fTl • One of the most satisfactory of our
L’LUi vJXUI y . climbers. The crimson and blue
flowers are produced in great profusion and the heart shaped leaves ■are very attractive as foliage. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; oz. $.30.
lMp cturtilim • Double Golden Gleam. This double, Xi do LU.X LXIXXXX • sweet scented nasturtium is one of the finest new introductions that we have ever seen. The plant is bushy and large. The semi-double yellow flowers are borne on long stiff stems that bring the flowers well above the foliage. Pkt. $.15; large pkt. $.25.
Nci c+iii~Hiim • Dwarf. Low growing bushy variety, is -*•’ 4115 L ^X tlUIll . about 12 inches high and is well suited for borders along roadways and paths. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 2 oz. $.20; M lb. $.35.
Nasturtium * Tall. This climbing variety is adapted to -f’ do LUX IX Lilli . cover a fence, trellis or wall. Mixed colors:
Pkt. $.10; 2 oz. $.20; 34 lb. $.35.
PfltlQV * Large flowered. Flowers are of good size and shape. JrdlXoj' . Very desirable for beds. Choice mixed varieties:
Pkt. $.10; U oz. $.50.
Pptlinia * Hybrida. Forms fine bushy plants that are very Jr C L Lilllct . valuable in replacing gaps made by the passing of early spring flowers. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.30.
"PVilr»Y PmmmmiH • About 12 high. One of the i^IliOX Drummuna . most delightful of annuals. The
bright vivid, fresh colored flowers bloom in profusion all through the season. Equally good for bedding or cutting. Mixed colors.
Pkt. $.15; large pkt. $.30.
■pi-il • Star: Fringed, toothed edges of petals give flowers the A • appearance of twinkling stars. Mixed colors. Pkt.
$.15; large pkt. $.30.
Qpo * (p*n Cushion Flower). An old flower that has OCdUXUod . been popular for many generations. Excellent for making up bouquets. Flowers are fragrant and are produced in great abundance. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.40.
Vprhpnfl * Hybrida. This is the reliable bedding type. V Ci UClld . Flowers are large and are borne in great clusters. Choice mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.30.
7itinin • Double Dahlia Flowered. These are extremely X/lllllla • robust. The flowers are large and are borne on rigid stalks. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.60.
Qixrppt Ppac . Early Flowering Spencer. The largest and OWtCl a Cdo . best variety for both greenhouse and gar¬ den. Flowers are large, beautifully waved and carried on long stems. Mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; oz. $.30; 34 lb. $1.00.
Qiirppt DpaQ * Late Spencer. Three to four weeks later OWCCl x Cab • than tke earlier variety. Larger and more vigorous vine. Choice mixed colors: Pkt. $.10; oz. $.20; 34 lb- $.70.
PERENNIALS
Amiilpfria * (Long Spurred Columbine). One of the finest “M. LlilCgla. . early garden perennials. The long spurred flowers are produced on strong graceful stems. The plant is hardy and will thrive in almost all situations but prefers partial shade and plenty of moisture. Pkt. $.15; Large pkt. $.25; 34 oz. $1.00.
(~'/-||-ci|-|^iqi c • Lanceolata Grandiflora. Large yellow daisy- V/Uicu|JbiS • bke flowers produced on long graceful stems. Uninterrupted blooms for a long season. Single pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.25; semi-double pkt. $.15.
Wrexham Delphinium:
Hollyhock Delphinium. The spikes are immense, set with large flowers very closely placed on the stem. The choicest colors mixed. -Pkt. $.25; large pkt. $.50.
Gaillardia Grandiflora : (Blanket Flower). Large
single flowers with rich maroon centers circled by orange edges. Hardy and very free bloomer. Mixed pkt. $.10; 34 oz. $.25.
Gypsophila Paniculata : (.Baby s Brea‘h)- Pro-
J r duces sprays of tiny rose¬
shaped white flowers. Pkt. $.25.
TTnllvVinrk • Double Fringed. Extremely double flowers 3 * that resemble small peonies. Mixed pkt.
$.25; 34 oz. $.75.
We pay transportation charges on all of the above seed.