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friends and patrons. Substantial evidences
of prosperity are on every hand. ‘The past
year has seen plenty of rain, and th result is abundant crops of the
finest quality. From these gloriov crops my seeds for 1903 have
been selected. For Twenty-Seven Years my seeds have been making history. Every year the
selection of type and quality isimproved. They have life, vigor, care, thought, knowledge, time,
money, successfulness and highest quality bred into them. They have made our business second to none in the world today. New customers, weigh this subject carefully before placing your orders.
We have compared the marvelous growth of things to our own establishment—once a tiny shrub, very, very
small; now more like the giant trees in California—lofty and immense. From a small beginning, it has continued to increase in influence and usefulness until Buckbee’s Seeds have a world-wide reputation. What has done this? The energy of a @reat purpose and a policy of straight-forwardness.
I tell the truth about my seeds. It’s not so much what you pay for a thing as the satisfaction it gives. That’s what counts; and as satisfaction rests on quality, I insist that my seeds shall possess only the first quality. Combine that and low prices and I am reasonably sure of your order. Remember that you are buying at absolutely the lowest price possible to quote on a standard of seeds worthy of honest reputation.
We have perfect facilities for handling immense orders. Send them in early; make them larger than last year. Get the benefit of the large premium list by telling your friends of the great success of Buckbee’s Seeds.
I never rest on my laurels and say ‘‘’Tis Well,’’ but push on, taking up each season with renewed determination to deserve still better of the public and my friends. This policy and the absolute purity and productiveness of Buckbee’s Seeds has made the reputation of The Rockford Seed Farms world wide.
Again let me thank you for past favors, earnestly hoping that you will continue to patronize the man who stands at the front challenging competition; who knows what is right, deals on the square, and gives the best and most for the least money.
Yours for Success, YU. In addition to the low prices and special offers which abound throughout my Seed and Plant Guide for 19038, besides the several hundred thousands of novelty presents which | annually distribute with
all orders amounting to twenty-five cents or more, 1 make this Special Inducement to build new business and give my customers an opportunity of testing these wonderful new Seed and Plant products a year inadvance of the
general public—the only reason that I do not offer themin my catalog this season is due to the scarcity of stock. They are really worth more than 25c. each.
. e ] 7 s With All Seed Orders Amounting fo 50c. Youre scicctone of the followine Rare Seed Premiums With a dollar order, any two; witha dollar and a half order, any three; with a two dollar order, any four, and so on. One packet free (if selected and named in the order) for each fifty cents worth of Seeds purchased.
Orr MORE I SEND GREETING to all my
NOTICE Please understand that it is necessary for you to state very plainly in eachand every order just which ‘‘Rare Premium’’ you desire, other- wise we shall take it for granted that you do not care for any of them.
BEET —Splendid—A particularly fine variety ..........Pkt. 25c. ASTER—Blue Gem—Of great promise..............- Pkt. 25c. CABBAGE —Excelsior—Prize winning variety...... Pkt. 25c. COSMOS—Ventura Gems—Beautiful new sort........Pkt. 25c. CELER Y—Waldorf—Sure of success..... ......... ._Pkt. 25c. - MIGNONETTE—Redando-—A striking variety...... Pkt. 25c. CUCUMBER—Early Bird—Best for all purposes.... Pkt. 25c. NASTURTIUM—Moonbeam Seedlings—Grand
L.ETTUCEK—Daybreak—Particularly pleasing......... Pkt. 25c. TOW ASOT Su chess cea eieto eisai ale hacd aude Pe mone tee eae Pkt. 25c. MUSK MELON—Dewer’'s Early—Very fine sort...Pkt. 25c. PANS Y—Drachenfels—Beautiful oriental variety..... Pkt. 25c. RA DISH—Blizzard—The coming radish............. Pkt. 25c. POPP Y—Sunny South—Sensation among Poppies....Pkt. 25c. TOMATO—Elkton—Will surprise you...............-. Pkt. 25c. SWEET PEAS—Pres. Roosevelt—New hybrid....Pkt. 25c.
7 Amounting to $1.00 you may select any one of the following RARE PLANT PREMIUMS: Any two With All Plant Orders plants with a plant order of $2.00; any three for $3.00; the four witha plant order of $4.00 or more.
NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM — Prosperity — Mammoth NEW CARNATION—Snow Bank-—Flowers of large size, free blooming, glistening golden yellow, flowers often measure 11 to 12 white as the driven snow, and very fragrant. Three hundred buds and inches in diameter. Worth 50c.; price 25c. blossoms often counted upon a single plant of this wonderful everbloom-
ing Carnation. Worth 50c.; price 25c.
NEW FUCHSIA—Crestline—The buds look like a Floral NEW ROSE— Maid ot Athens—One of the finest of all Wedding Bell, and when in full bloom they are perfection in coloring. everbloomers, being constantly in bloom. Hundreds of flowers and buds Five thousand flowers counted on a single plant. Worth 50c.; produced and countedupon a single plant. Color a most beautiful rich price 25c. glowing pink, extremely fragrant. Worth 50c.; price 25c.
These Seeds and Plants Wil! Not be Sold Separately, being distributed only on general orders. Should any of our customers want more of these advance novelties for trial than the amount of their order entitles them to select free, addi- tional varieties can be ordered at the rate stated above after each variety. But not more than two packets or plants of any one variety will be supplied, except on Club Orders for separate planters.
H.W. BUCKBEE,, Rockford, Iil., U.S.A.
FOREST CITY GREEN HOUSES. g g go ROCKFORD SEED FARMS.
If You Receive Two Coples of this Book, Please Hand One to a Friend Who Buys Seeds and Plants.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, iLLINOIS.
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I GUARANTEE THAT ALL GOODS SOLD BY ME SHALL
REACH THE CUSTOMERS INGOOD CONDITION. * &
EVERY ORDER—However large or small, is carefully filled, and, as a rule, forwarded with dispatch after it reaches my office. I take much pride in promptness and accuracy in filling orders. How to Order Please be careful to sign plainly your name, postoffice, county and state on each or- e der that you send. Cash should accompany the order. Money can be sent safely either by postoffice order, bank draft, express order, or the cash by registered letter. Postage stamps are ac- cepted the same as cash for small amouuts. Do not send personal checks, On orders over $1.00 the cost of remitting by any of these methods may he selected in extra seeds free. are responsible for the safe receipt of remittances by any of the above methods, excepting postage stamps. Please write cach item of your order on a separate line, and carry out the correct prices.
Also, please keep a copy of your order, with which to check off the goods when received, to be sure that you receive just what you order.
We seldom make mistakes, but when we do, want to be notilied immediately, so that they ean be corrected.
CORRESPONDENCE—Have endeavored to make everything as plain as possible in this catalogue, but in case further information is desired, make your wants known in as few words us possible, and on a sheet of paper separate from your order, giving your complete address and enclosing stamp for reply.
PLEASE ORDER EARLY—It ould be a great accommodation to us if more of our customers would order their seeds during January and Feoruary, before the rush of our busy season. If, however, you should postpone ordering even until the seeds are actually needed, you can rely upon getting them promptly.
LOW SHIPPING RATES—Owing to the large volume of business which we annually give to the transporta- tion companies, said companies have made very reasonable shipping rates to all points, and I cannot too strongly urge you to order early and have your seeds shipped by freight, thus saving shipping charges, and uvoiding, aS it does, the heavy rush in the seed business, which occurs during the months of March and April. Remember that the freight charges on 100 lbs. amount to but little more than if the shipment weighs but 10 lbs. to 50 or 75 Ibs. In all instances we shall try to save you shipping charges—sending your goods by ex- press or freight, whichever is the cheapest for you.
I PREPAY SHIPPING CHARGES on all goods except when selected from the wholesale pages, or on Beans, Corn, Peas, and field seeds by one-eighth bushel, one fourth bushel, one-half bushel and bushel; or in cases where especially moted. In such instances I reserve the privilege of enclosing in the bags or packages such small packets as may be ordered, as it does not inerease the transportation charges, and in consideration of this f will add enough extras to fully repay customers for this Eindness.
PREPAID RAILROAD STATIONS—Many of my customers live om prepaid railroad stations or near stations where there are no railroad agents. In such cases please be sure to give definite shipping instructions, as to where you wish your goods shipped, so as to avoid any chance for delay; otherwise we will ship the goods to | the nearest station given im our shipping guide to this Prepaic Station, es I never prepay freight charges.
QUANTITY OF SEED IN A PACKET—Customers wii! please notice that I state the number of seeds in a packet of the leading varieties of vegetable and flower seeds. Full count guaranteed. No less quantity than a packet can be sold. In comparing my prices with those of other seedsmen, you will readily see how reasonable my prices are for liberally-filled packets of the best seeds that grow.
MY WHOLESALE CATALOGUE for Market Gardeners, Florists, Farmers’ Clubs and Agents will be mailed FREE on application to all who are entitled to receive it.
PLANT SHIPMENTS—I always recommend haying plants sent by express, when there is an express office near, aS we Can usually send somewhat larger plants, and do not have to wash the soil off the roots (as in the case when sent by mail). We always try to add enough extra plants of our own selection to help pay charges.
We always pack express orders in light, strong baskets or boxes (which we furnish free). Plants packed in this manner will carry nicely for a great distance, and keep for a week or ten days in a fresh condition. Please re- member that purchasers must in all cases pay charges on all express plant orders. Unless otherwise instructed, we shall ship the larger and two-year-old Rose plants, Hydrangeas and all other large plants, exeept where noted, by express at your expense, as they~are in most instances too heavy to go by mail. When plants are or- dered by mail [I prepay postage, delivering the plants free of all expense to any postoffice in the United States. By care in packing, strong, well-rooted plants can be sent safely by mail and will arrive in good condition for * growing at any postoffice in the United States. Kindly write your list of plants all together (not mixed up with the seeds), so as to prevent any mistake upon the part of our clerks in copying the order.
leading gardeners of the country,
A Few Words About Reliable Seeds. who has been a permanent cus-
tomer of ours for more than twenty years, stated, “I believe that the great success which Buckbee’s Seeds have nttained has been due to the firm and honest foundation upon which your firm started—never to send out seeds until they had been thoroughly tested.’’ It has often times been said that ‘‘besides good seeds, good gardeners are necessary in producing a satisfactory crop.’’ We all Know bow true this is. Seeds of the best quality some- times fail through improper treatment by sowing the seed too deep or too shallow, in too wet or too dry soil. Some will germinate rapidly at a certain temperature, while-others, if sown under the same conditions, are apt to decay. The young plants are liable to various accidents, cold or dry air muy check their growth or destroy them. Insects above and below the ground may attack them and a great many other contingencies may arise to prevent the best seeds from giving satisfaction, and for all these reasons we cannot, of course, guarantee or be responsible for a crop, as success is dependent upon natural causes, Which are beyoud human control.
FROM GOOD SEEDS only can good crops be grown; nothing should induce you to risk planting “Cheap Seeds.’’ We always give value received in Fresh, High-Grade, Tested, Reliable Seeds,
FREE GIFTS. This year I will distribute one million packets of new and valuable novelty seeds, both vegetable and flower, among my customers. Everyone ordering will receive something, regardless of the size of the order. The larger the order the more I'ree Gifts will be added.
SPECIAL OFFERS abound throughout this catalogue. TEspecially on pages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, will choice collections at low prices. _ Don’t fail to include them in your orders.
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ROCKFORD SEED FARMS FOREST CITY GREENHOUSES
BUCKBEE’S SEEDS
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HEADQUARTERS FOR SEEDS AND PLANTS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, iLLINOIS,
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AWARDED GRAND PRIZE MEDAL AT THE WORLD'S FAIR. The Most Astounding Offer Ever Made.
Comprising 35 Packages of the Earliest and Best Vegetable Novelties. Postpaid for Only $1.00. Novelty Extras Free With Every Order.
THIS COLLECTION CANNOT BE BROKEN UNDER ANY CONDITION.
Asparagus—Standard Variety. Melon—Water, Fine Table Variety. Beet—Select Early Sort. Onion—Buckbee’s Danvers. Beet—Buckbee’s Improved Long Smooth Blood. Onion—Fine Pickling and Table Variety. Beans—Buckbee’s Rust Proof. P ip—L SS) Cabbage—Standard Early. arsnip—Long Sugar. Cabbage—Mammoth Late Bridgeport Drumhead. Parsley—Curled. Carrot—Best Long Variety. Peas—Earliest Variety. Cauliflower—Buckbee’s Early Favorite. Pepper—Mountain Sweet. Celery—Buckbee’s Improved Golden Heart Radish—Best Turnip Variety. Corn—Sweet, Best Early Variety. Radish—Lady Finger.
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Corn—Salad. Cress—Fine Curied or Pepper Grass 8pinach—-New Round Leaf. T WVatiety gquasb—Select Winter and Fall Variety, ®avash-—-New Crookneck.
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for Prize Medal Collection wilt | Turnip—Buckbee’s Purple Top. de inetuded 10 of more Choice | TUrnip—Ruia Baga. sy DOKt Flowering Bulbs. Tomato—Fine Red Variety. Xie. L ) Tomato—Besi Fancy Sort.
As these collections are made up before the busy season opens, we are enabled to sell them at 26 to 60 per cent, less than they would cost if the articles were selected separately; so if two or three varieties should be of no use to you, you will still be get- ting the remainder at much less than catalogue rates. REMEMBER, NO OOLLEOTION CAN BE BROKEN UNDER ANY OONDITION.
| Give Your Boys a Garden frgyide a means of iN | and delightful recreation, and plant in their young minds the love Mh of nature. What health and lessons in care, order and patience in NY their play work, what enthusiasm is aroused by the wonderful rev- HH) NY ‘ N elations from the sowing of the seed to the plucking of the fruit. \ \) iy fl TN \ j To encourage gardening for the young I offer at reduced rates | Hy) aul z » the collection detailed below, composed of varieties sure to \W/ —<<y¥ p please, and at the same time most likely tosucceed with indif-
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ferent care. Witheach collection I will present a number of choice novelties.
ai BOYS’ STAR COLLECTION.
TAR = Prepaid by Mail for 25c. Pg) THIS COLLECTION CANNOT BE BROKEN. _ Comprising liberal packages of the following 12 varieties of Vegetable Seeds: Beet—T he Bismarck. Lettuce—Early. Cabbage—Early Wakefield. | Melon—Musk, Hackensack. Pop Corn—Buckbee’s]|Melon—Water, Ice Cream. Snowball. Onion—Buckbee's Danvers. Cress—Or Pepper Grass. Radish—New Rosy Gem. Cucumber — Buck bee’s| SMimach—F xtra Round Leaf. Monarch White Spine. ‘wO.nato—Plum. ALSO 10 FLOWERING BULBS.
Boys’ Garden Tools (durable and useful not Toys)—Cast steel, durable and o realuse. Contains hoe, spade and rake. Shipping charges to be paid by customer. Entire Boys’ Set for only $1.00.
Shipping weight, five pounds.
NOTHING SG REDUCES EXPENSES OF LIVING AS A GOOB GARDEN.
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Asparagus. Corn Salad. Musk Melon, Osage. ._ Radish, New Rosy Gem. Beet, Turnip. Cress, Fine Curled. Water Melon, New Dixie. Radish, Early Long. Cabbage, Best early. Cucumber, New Prolific Short WaterMelon,ImprovedCuban Spinach, Extra. Cabbage, Mammoth Late Flat Green. Queen. : Squash, New Bush.
Dutch. Cucumber,Imp’y’dLongGreen. Onion, Buckbec’s Danvers. Tomato, Longkeeper.
Carrot, Intermediate. Lettuce, Early. Onion, New White Portugal. Turnip, Buckbce’s Purple Top. Celery, Kalamazoo. Musk Melon, Hackensack. Parsnip, Hollow Crown. Turnip, Ruta Baga, Elephant. THIS COLLECTION CANNOT BE BROKEN UNDER ANY CONDITION.
Mrs, Fd Mensnall Coon onies Can You Offer Any Reason Why Buckbee J. A. Lewis. Dallas, Texas. writes: 1 sent tor 8 Collcctions 0 Should Not Be Your Seedsman? writes: “The Blue Ribbon Collec- your seeds the past season for my- 2 2 a : ne E tion which I bought from you last self and neighbors, and all are You can make money no easier than by taking advant- year was a splendid success.” greatly pieased.”’ age of these Liberal Offers. i :
B | ( } K B H} H}’ S BLUE RIBBON FIFTY-CENT COL- LECTION OF VEGETABLE SEEDS. This Astonish- Varieties of 1 - me gderir 1 8 vegetstt2OOC. Beet, Edmand’s Blood Turnip. Cabbage, True Early Wakefield. Cabbage, Mammoth Bridgeport Drumhead. _ Celery, New White Plume. = Oe
Carrot, Intermediate. Cucumber, Buckbee’s Monarch w Lettuce, Early. q ae Melon, Musk, Best Variety. ~ Melon, Water, New Dixie. \\ Onion, Buckbee’s Danvers Onion, New Silver Skin. Parsnip, New Maltese. Radish, Best Turnip. Spinach, New Round Leaf. Squash, New Crookneck. Tomato, New Beauty, Tomato, New Plum. Turnip, Buckbee’s Purple
op. 10 FLOWERING BULBS.
This Collection cannot be broken under any circum- stances.
SOLID FACTS.
I give more attentionto the details of my_ busi- ness than any Seedsman I_ know of. What does this mean to custom- ers? The best seeds. Promptness and ac- curacy in filling or- ders. The very low- est prices. Our reputa- tion for filling orders is “Quick as Lightning.”
coPYRIGHTED BRN: H.W. BUCKBEE
BUCKBEE’S VEGETASLE SEED COLLECTIONS ARE UNEXCELLED.
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Mourning Bride—Mixed. Alyssum—Little Gem. Pink—Double Mixed.
RE l [| Hj Mi BR I CANNOT MAKE A SINGLE CHANGE IN THIS COLLECTION AND NO OTHER VARIETIES CAN
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NOTICE—With each collection | I will include 10 or more Beau- tiful Flowering Bulbs. |
Flower Seed Crescent cotiection 50e. 25 Hetice of Sede, sostata, oe OOC. (RESCE T HaLp DOLLAR
Abronia Candytuft Marvel of Peru GY’ $44 0UVLOLGS A t . i D. ZG4%Z 4G ZY 4444Gj4 % Re Recrarim Gateuy’Hasturtium COLLECTION; x Amaranthus Clarkia Nigella SSS | Bachelor's Cypress Vine Pansy
Button Foxglove Salpiglossis | Balsam Gilia Sweet Pea | Bartonia Gaillardia Zinnia Beta Godetia THIS COLLECTION CANNOT BE BROKEN UNDER ANY
CONDITION.
SPECIAL OFFER With each Coe
‘ Collection. orderec this year, I shall include 20 or more Beautiful Flower-
ing Bulbs. Never before has such value been offered for only 50c.
For only 50 cents I will send Remember postpaid to you these 25 sep- 5O0c. arate packets of flower seeds as named above. This col- lection of pretty and easily-grown annuals is put up espe- cially to advertise and introduce my flower seeds to_new customers at actual cost, believing if you are satisfied I ean denend on your future orders.
5 BUCKBEE’S SPECIAL SEED OFFERS COMBINE QUALITY AS WELL AS QUANTITY.
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GREATEST PLANT BARGAINS ON EARTH. |
ANY ONE OF THE THREE COL-| DELIVERED LECTIONS FOR ONLY 25c. | FREE BY MAIL. | BARGAINS.
When I offer you a bargain | mean just what I advertise! 1 will go on record this year for the Greatest Line of Special Bargairs My Motto:—EVER ADVANCING!
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White Bougier—Always in bloom. Most beautiful snowy white. Worth 20c.
Mme. Camille—One of the most esthet- ic pink roses. Worth 15c.
Meteor—The most brilliant and richly- colored red known. Worth 15c.
Marie Van MHautte—Pale yellow, a wonder in its class. Worth 15c.
This Special Set of First Four only 25c.
THE SECOND FOUR.
C. de Ja Barthe—Beautiful in bud, a dream when full blown, color deli- eate rich pink. Worth 15c.
Gen. Robt. Lee—Exquisite soft golden yellow changing to coppery bronze. Worth 20c.
Mile. F. Kruger—In great demand, col- or deep coppery yellow. Worth 15c.
Queen—A white that glistens like fall- en snow. Worth 20c.
This Special Setof Second Four only 25c.
THE THIRD FOUR.
white deepening to pale yellow. Worth 15c. Pink Bougier—Most lovely pink, beau- tiful in flower and foliage. Worth 20c. M. Aggrippina—200 flowers counted on a single one-year-old plant. Lovely red, always in bloom. Worth 15c.
This Special Set of Third Four only 25c.
These Collections cannot be changed under any conditions. If you wish to make a beautiful present, what can you buy for ten times the money that will give such satisfaction?
THE SUNLIGHT GERANIUM COLLECTIONS.
ANY ONE OF THE THREE COLLECTIONS DELIVERED FREE BY MAIL FOR ONLY 25 CENTS
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THE FIRST FOUR.
Beautiful Bliss—Rich, deep, double red. Marvelous—A symphony in red, a mar- vel of beauty, double.
The Favorite—Double,pure snowy white. Crown of Gold—Nearest approach toa double yellow yet produced.
This Set of First Four worth 50c.; my price 25c.
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THE SECOND FOUR, Snow Cloud—Single white of rare beauty. Gen. Millet—Large, double, rich, deep Scarlet. Glorie de France—Changeable silk. J. R. Lowell—Beautiful, large single salmon.
This Set of Second Four worth 50c.; my price 25c.
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Ensign—Exquisite shade of red, single; very striking.
S. A. Nut—Rich, double rosy crimsen.
Peach Blossom—Lovely single peach pink with carmine veinings.
Mad. Chas. Molin—A beautiful salmon of rare beauty.
This Set of Third Four worth 50c.; my
These Collections cannot be changed under any conditions. I am positively sure that you will be more than pleased with these Beautiful Geraniums.
J price only 25c.
THE WORLD’S GREATEST SEED AND PLANT HEADQUARTERS.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. 7
FBRATION PLANT COLLECTION.
THE CELE} 25 Bulbs for enly - - 50c
Delivered FREE By Mail. JUST THINK OF IT! WELL WORTH $2.50. ALL FOR 50c.
More good things for less money than you can secure in any other way.
Beauliiu! Plants and
1 Rose (Golden Gate)—Colo1 creamy white, tinged with golden yellow and clear rose. Worth 20c.
1 Carnation (Dorothy South)—A novelty of great merit, color deep salmon pink, very frag- rant, always in bloom. Worth 25c.
1 Chrysanthemum (Yellow Qucen)—A beautiful large, glis- tening golden yellow. Worth 25c.
10 Summer Flowering Bulbs— Assorted colors, producing thousands of the most charm- ing tlowers, always in bloom. Worth 15c.
3 Madeira Bulbs (Mammoth)—One of the most handsome climbers known. Worth 20c.
1 Geranium (Temptation)—One of the most handsome of ; all varieties. Worth 25c. a
j A ra = : some 1 Lily of the Valley—The sweetest and dearest flower that
blooms. Worth i0c. ; 1 Fuchsia (Californiay—Ten thousand flowers have been 4 Gladloil Bulbs—Orchid flowered varieties. Worth 50c. counted on a single plant. Worth 25c.
1 Canna (Gold Burbank)—Rich clear erimson spouts in center of flower. Worth 20c.
uline)—One of the most hand- Worth 15e.
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The Victory Chrysanthemum Collections. THE BEST AND CHEAPEST OFFER OF THE YEAR.
Magnilicent Varieties! Every One a Prize Winner! Guaranteed to Please You! ANY ONE OF THE THREE COLLECTIONS ONLY 25 CENTS.
Every one of these plants can be grown into a Magnificent Exhibition Specimen. Prize Winners every one of them.
They are all varieties of High Merit.
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L’ENFANT DES DEUX MONDES.
THE FIRST FOUR.
L’Enfant des Deux Mondes—Very large, symmetrical, snowy white; ev- ery petal covered with a soft down, making it appear like feathery plum- age. Worth 20c.
Xeno—Handsome pink, perfectly dou- ble, very closely incurved. Worth 20c.
Mrs. Geo. A. McGee—Pinkish lilac, large, handsome, incurved flower. Worth 20c.
Marion Henderson—One of the highest colored yellow varieties grown. The very best. Worth 15c.
The Set of First Four only 25c
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frHE SECOND FOUR. Chito—Mammoth gold bronze, strap petals; first prize at show. Worth 20c. Mrs. Henry Robinson—Beautiful white Japanese incurved of the largest size. Worth 20c.
Glorie de Pacific—One of the most beautiful of all pink varieties, very
broad every
early. Worth 15c. Modesto—Handsome, large, yellow, in- curved. Worth 15c.
The Set of Second Four only 25c.
HEMUM SHOW AND CLEAR FROM $500 TG $5000
THE THIRD FOUR. Mutual Friend—Pure white, handsome, large, spreading flower. Worth 20c. Golden Shower—Florets fine as hair, 4 to 6 inches long, color yellow inter- mingled with red and bronze petals. Worth 20c.
Black Hawk—Very large, dark crim-
son, long strap petals. Worth 15c. Mad. Perrin—One of the most hand- some pinks known. Worth 15c.
The Set of Third Four only 25c.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
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PPRSPARACUS| CROP.
SPARAGUS is the most delicious
and desirable of the euarliest spring vegetables, and would be in universal use were it uot for the mistaken idea that it is difficult to grow. In reality, it can be produced very easily and cheaply. It does best in a moist, sandy soil, but can be grown in any garden by following the directions given here. A bed 15x50 feet, requiring about 100 plants, should give an abundant supply for an ordinary family.
CULTURE.
Beds are usually formed by setting plants two years old. If you wish to grow plants yourself, pour hot, but S not boiling water on the seed and let pi) stand uutil cool; pour it off and re- c~ t seat two or three times with fresh AGS = hot water. Then sow in drills one d “Rey foot apart and two inches deep in
2 NEA Se light, rich soil. When the plants are
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AUST SY EC] KBEE and give frequent and thorough cul- ei AS IE fs BY Hw. Buck8e tivation agemne the summer. If this : ; has been well done, the plants ma
Distt heds s 5 5 “ . be fit to set the next spring. e if the Tsubeonnis aos be prepared by deep plowing or spading, and thoroughly enriching the ground with stable manure or other fertilizer. plants sbont foe ts nature ay, loose and friable. it should be mide so by thoroughly stirring with a subsoil plow or the spade. Set the thorough cultivati anc a SS and one to two feet apart in rows four to six fect apart. After the plants are well started, give frequent and ae eae: ae Aa ee ; a y the next spring. spade in a heavy dressing of Manure, ard one quart of salt to each square rod, and cultivate well, but if this is aaa ete plants will permit, or until they begin to die down. The next season the beds may be cut over two or three times, alt Cultivate ie a 4 e shoots, no matter how small, should be cut. After the final cuting, give a good dressing of manure. ashes and Buried Ateieenl z Feat > until the plants meet in the rows. In autumn, after the tops are fully ripe and yellow, they should be cut and
NOTICE A ne ae and manured, the bed should give a full crop the following season, and continue productive for 8 or 10 years. : - pkt. of Asparagus Seed contains from 200 to 250 seeds. One oz. of secd will produce about 600 plants. Fifteen pounds of seed is required to plant an acre. cay Golam Pa rete white The most distinct and yaluable Asparagus. The immense shoots are clear white, and in favorable weather GelowhPathiske ae iF our inches above the surface. The crown or hud of the young stalk is considerably smaller than the part just Cantrentils a aistae listinguishing the variety. All but a very few of the seedlings will produce clear, white shoots and the green ones Dorald’s El istingvished and rejected when setting the permanent bed. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; %4 Ib. 34c.; 1b. 60c. originin itisicn Poms new variety, called by some Vick’s Mammoth, is attracting a great deal of attention throughout the country, SD SGCLY eee a onald, a leading market gardner, of Elmira, N. Y. The stalks are exceptionally tender and succulent. Its mammoth The: Ve it reat ron the fact that a bunch of twelve stalks will average four pounds in weight. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7¢.; 2 oz. 12c.; % Ib.
ae 7 e ") . . Philadel ee OE Orns new Asparagus, from South Carolina, is now quite extensively grown by Southern gardeners for New York and
ail; phia markets where it sells at very high prices, owing to its mammoth size and regularity. An average bunch of fifteen shoots si i measure thirteen to fourteen inches in circumference. In past seasors this Asparagus has reached northern markets ten days ahead of all other varieties, and sold at fabulous prices. Although of Southern origin, it is equally well adapted to north or south. Pkt. 4c.; oz. Gois "2 yoz, i4c.: % Ib. 26c.: Ib. 45c. : - e =Thi: riety bas brought in market thirty cents a bunch, Sfteen cents. The stalks are yery large, frequently an inch in diameter, with few scales, and retain their thickness completely up to the top of the shoots, and have clear, round heads. They are quick growing, stalks very tender and succulent, entirely free from woody fibre, and paakeseshoors fit poeamarket or eamnily nee in one day. Pkt. 3c.; oz, 5c.: 2 oz. &c.; 14 Ib. 12c.;. 4 Ib. 22c.; Ib. 35c. =
s Solossal—A standard variety of lar si ici i Cc it n the best varieties grown. .
O77 Dose Qoz, iScrs) Agnlb a lgessmseabamesers 1h, HS ze and delicious quality. Certainly one of
BUCKBEES
when other Asparagus was selling for ten and
2c.;
My Asparaqus Roots are grown from the choicest stock seed Asparagus Roots and are actually well worth double the price asked for them.
is effected by planting roots. Those offered below are they will please you in every
SPECIAL NOTICE.
! On many occasions we have received] SELECT, STRONG, TWO-YEAR-OLD ROOTS, and am confident the ull pi ae requests from our customers to furnish] Way. Don’t be misled in pisreie one-year-old or Os Se Bere pee was the extra la siz Asparag Ss To S ‘ ced ¢ 1 xpress or ireight 4 aoe ale: a large sized Asparagus Roots. To| for Roots carefully packed and shipped by exz (If for any reason roots are desired by -mail,
A saving of two to three years
meet this demand we have especially exception of price per dozen, whick is postpaid. a = acres Sar nntochink S $ 2 ents per hundred to the following prices): grown a few acres of these roots, which} postage must be added at the rate of fifty cen Per dozen, 20c.; per 100, 60c.; per 1,000, $5.00
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3 and 4-year-old s las i Barr’s Mammoth. ........- ies alse ic elainm ie crereieiarnins Se Fe follows: Any of thats eanietine dlisted pas Fifty Roots at 100 rate; 500 at 1,00C rate- Special prices will be quoted for larger quan- this page only $1.50 per 100, $12.50 per tities on application.
1,000, shipped by express or freight at} ARTICHOKE e
buyer’s expense, If for any reason roots are desired by +
mail, postage must be added at the rate Artischoke
of $1.00 per 100 to prices quoted above. er tichant a
Artskocka
HIS is the French Artichoke, the large flower buds of which are so highly esteemed by
epicures, and is very different from the plant cultivated for its fleshy roots or tubers.
CULTURE—Spw in hot-beds during February or March, and transplant so as_ to give plenty of room until danger of frost is over, and then set in very rich, well drained soil in rows four feet apart and two feet apart in the rows. The plants can be raised in seed beds out of doors, but in that case will not be likely to produce heads the first year. The edible portion is the undeveloped flower heads, which are produced from about September ist until frost. Late in the fail cut off the old tops ana thoroughly protect the crowns with leaves or straw, to prevent severe freezing. The second year thin the starting shoots to three of the best, which will com- mence to form heads about July ist. The plants may also be blanched like Cardoons, which is accomplisheG by cutting back the growing stems in July close to the ground, when the young and rapidly growing shoots which start up may be tied and blanched like Celery. As Artichoke plants do not yield satisfactorily after three or four years, it is best to start a new plantation at least as often as once in three years.
LARGE GLOBE, OR PARIS—The best sort for general use. Buds large, nearly round, scales pale green. shading to violet at the base, very thick and fleshy. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 25c.
Order your seeds from Buckbee’s Rockford Seed Farms this year—you will get more good seeds for the money then from any other seedsman. Compare my prices and see how muck money ! save you. “ARGE GLOBE, OR PARIS.
BUCKBEE’S ASPARAGUS ROOTS GUARANTEED TO REACH YOU SAFELY.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
Borecole, or KALE.
German, BL&ITER-KOHL; French, CHOU VERT; Spanish, BRETON.
One Ounce of Seed for 3,500 Plants. DWARF GREEN CURLED KALE.
(GERMAN GREENS OR SPROUTS.)
HIS is hardier than cabbage, and makes excellent greens for winter and spring use. The leaves are as curly as parsley, tender and of very fine flavor. It isimproved by frost. Sow the seed in May or
June, transplant in July and treat same as cabbage. Im- mense quantities of this are grownin the south and shipped to northern markets. We have an excellent strain of it. Pkt. 3e.; oz. 6c.; 20z.10¢.; 4 Ib. 18c.; 1b. 50c.; Ib. 50c.
Tall Green Curled Scotch—This makes a beaatiful
NOTICE.
A packet of Bore- cole or Kale, Broc coli or Brussel: Sprouts is guaran- teed to contailr more thani1,000
plant about two and one-half feet high. Pkt. 3c.; Pes Oe-s 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 18c.; % lb. 30c.; - 50c.
Sea Kale—Pkt. 5c.; 0z. 30c.
Siberian—Sometimes called ‘Sprouts’ and ‘‘German Greens.” Not so curly as the Dwarf Green Kale. The plant is low, but spreading and very hardy.' PKt. 3c. oz. Gc.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 18¢.; 15 lb. 30¢.; lb. 50c.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS.
A Most Delicious Vegetable. Hl German, SPROSSEN-KOHL; French, OHOU DE BRUXELLES; Swedish, BRUSSELS SPROUTS. BRYSSEL-KAL.
One Ounce of Seed for 3,500 Plants. Culture—Should be treated in all
respects like winter cabbage or Kale,
Dwarf Improved—Very fine new variety, dwarf growth, bearing handsome, solid, round sprouts of best quality, crowded together on the stalk, one to two inches in diameter, resembling cabbage in miniature. The sprouts are used as greens, and become very tender and of rich flavor when touched by frost. Sowin May and treat same aswintercabbage. Pkt. 3c.; OZ %c.; 20z.12c.; % lb. 20c.
BROCCOLI.
German, SPARGEL-KoHL; French, CHOU- BROCCOLI; Spanish, BROCULI.
One Ounce of Seed for 3,500 Plants.
Culture—Same as that given for Cauliflower.
It greatly resembles the Cauliflower, and is grown inthe same
manner as the latter, but being more hardy can begrownin
c cooler locations and for late fall use.
S : J Early Purple Cape—Best variety for our climate. Produces
S large heads of purple-brownish color, very close and compact,
and of excellentflavor. Pkt.8c.; 0z.30c.
New White Cape—Very desirable variety. Has medium sized heads, close and pom peel and of a beautiful, creamy-white color. A sure header. kt. 8c.; oz. 30c.
CAPER.
Half hardy trailing shrub. Buds are nice just before expand- ing, and unripe fruit pickled. It makes the famous ‘‘Oaper Sauce.” Pkt. 8c.; oz. 75c.
CARDOON.
(German, KARDON; French, CARDON; Spanish, CARDO HORTENSE, Large Spanish—A wonderful and very desirable vegetable, grown from the mid-rib of leaves, which are blanched same way \ as celery. Sow as earlyin thespring as ground will permit, a where the young plants are to remain, and when large enough fiir thin the young plants out to onefootapart. Pkt. 4c.; oc. 15¢. CH IVE =
CHERVIL.
German, GARTENKERBEL; French, CERFEUIL.
Hardy annual, worthy of more general use for flavoring and gar- nishing. Curled variety more beautiful than parsley; used to greater advantage in beautifying table dishes of meat and vegetables.
Culture—Sow in early spring in rich, well-prepared soil, and when plants are well established, transplant to about one foot apart. Curled—Greatly superior to the old, plain variety; earlier, more
handsome, having fully _as fine perfume and flavor. Pkt. 4c.;
oz. 8e.; 20z.15¢.; 4% 1b. 25e.; 4% 1b. 40c.; lb. 75c.
CHICORY.
German, CHICORIE; Swedish, C1coRIA.
Large Rooted, or Coffee—Dried and prepared roots are used - quite extensively as asubstitute for and an adulterant of coffee. Sow seedas earlyin spring as ground can be prepared, in a rather light, moderately rich soil, in drills 15 inches apart for garden and 2to 214 feet for field culture. Whenplants are sufficiently large, thin to 4 to 6 inches apart in row. In the fall dig the roots, slice and dry in an apple evaporator or kiln. Pkt. 3.3; 0Z. 6.3; 2 Oz. 10c.; “1b. 18c.; 4 1b. 30c.; lb. 50c.
CHIVES.
Perfectly hardy perennial plant of the onion type. Grown for their small leaves, which are produced freely very early in_pring. Planted insma!lclumpsinany garden soil, will growrapidly. Tops appearearly in spring; can be shorn off close to ground. If not allowed to flower will produce much longer. Selected ciumps prepaid by mail, 20c,; by express at purchaser's expense, 10c.each; $1.00 per dozen.
OCOLLARDS. German, BLerrer-Kont; French, Cuov.
A variety of cabbage known in different sections as ‘‘Cole,” “Colewort” or simple “Greens.’”’ Itis extensively used in the south. 3 Georgia, Southern, or Creole—We offer the true white or green
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CHUFUS, OR EARTH ALMONDS.
CHUFUS, or Earth Almond.
stemmed sort so exclusively used inthesouth. Forms a large loose open head, or a mass of leayes on tallstem. Freezing does not injure but rather improves their quality. Sow thick in drills, in rich ground, transplant- ing when 4 inches high and thin to 2 or 3 feet apart in the row when the proper size. Inthe south sow from January to May, and August to Octo- ber. Pkt. 2c.; 0z. 5c.; 2 oz. 8c.; 4% lb. 15c.; \% lb. 25c.; Ib. 45e.
In sweetness and flavor very much resembles a cocoanut or almond, and are greatly likeab all children. Vary insize from a large pea to a hazelnut. The nuts grow under and very near the surface of the ground and very easily reached; relished by pigs or poultry. Plant in April two inches apart in rows 214 feet apart. If the seed is dry, soak well before planting. Very prolific. Pkt. 5c., 4 pt.10c.; pt. 18¢.; qt. 35c.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BUCKBEE’S GENEROUS PREMIUM OFFER ON PAGE 1.
10 |) WY. SUCKBEE. ROCKFORD. iLLINOIS.
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THE MOST VALUABLE
VEGETABLE INTRODUC- TIONS OF RECENT YEARS
ACH of these three splendid Dwarf Bush Lima Beans
E possesses its own peculiar points of merit. I earnestly
hope that all will try them. No garden is complete, no table is properly supplied without them.
New Jackson Wonder Bush Lima—Grows from 18 to 30 inches high, immensely productive and very early. Pods broad and flat, containing from three to four beautiful varie- gated flat Beans, similar to the well-known Lima, and in the dry state as shell Beans can be used the same as Lima, but when the pods are young they make excellent snap Beans. It cooks easily and quickly; in fact fills all the requirements of a good garden variety as well as a field sort. Pkt. 8c.; '/o pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c.
Henderson’s Bush Lima—Valuable variety on account of its earliness and i inui d 5 nt oO won r ss, ow and set pods until stopped by frost. Its popularity increases every year. Teen eee eae theo EaaR tay ont Gee oe ae apenw thoutnunners: lgaves small brent green and Lima like; flowers small, yellowish white, borne lus c E 7 e lage. Pods short, flat, and contai 7 ‘'s, whi ici quality. Try it. Pkt. 8¢.; / pt. 12c.: pty 226.) qt: 40c: ( ain from three to five beans, which are of delicious
Burpee’s Bush Lima—The bushes grow 18 to 20 inches high, of stout growth r y z i i E : ve SF , s and alwa » ¥ branching so vigor- ously that each plant develops into a magnificent circular bush from 2 to 3 I oe Tareeter veoninGusiy Drodueree single plants under favorable circumstances yielding from 200 to 350 pods. Handsome large pods being well fillee with very large beans, identical in size and luscious flavor with the well-known large Pol2 Limas. Pkt. 8c.; 2 pt.
12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c. FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY, SEE WHOLESALE PAGES.
: in Iw Mr. W. D. De Young, of Oakland, Cal., writes:
Wa, Ue “If you will refer to your order books you will \ KWEZS find that I have ordered from you fifteen years. The reason, have always received honorable
treatment and quick attention.”
NEW WAX BEAN.
Refugee Wax—Among green beans the Refugee type has always been most valuable. This Wax variety has all the peculiar characteristies of the old Refu- gee, such as small, dense foliage, great productive- ness, roundness of pod and handsome appearance. It will readily be seen that the advantage gained in producing a Wax form of this must be great. A Great Favorite. It produces pods of a clear trans- parent color. It remains tender longer than any other wax variety, and is practically ever-bearing. It is free from rust, and its dense habit of growth renders it proof against long continued drought. This feature is valuable, and this is the only Wax Bean we know of that possesses it. PkKt. 8c.; Vp pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
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THAT I PREPAY CHARGES | REMEMBER ON BEANS BY THE ONE-
| HALF PINT, PINT AND QUART.
| NEW REFUGEE WAX. A TABLE DISH UNSURPASSED FOR DELICACY OF FLAVOR.
H. W. BUGKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
BUCKBEE'S RUST-PROOF GOLDEN WAX.
JONES’ STRINGLESS WAX.
This is the result of crossing a white-seeded sort with the Yosemite, und in it the good qualities of the latter variety are developed to a Super- lative degree, being wonderfully productive of uniformly well shaped and handsomne pods. ‘he plant is exceedingly bardy, rust-proof and productive.
Afi ne, white-seeded variety with round, stringless pods of unsurpassed beanty and quality. It matures the long, round, fleshy, stringless pods very early and ripens its crop of seed earlier than the earliest of field Beans, so that it will prove a valuable sort for the farm as well as the garden. The ripe Beans are saleable as No. 1 medium and are of superior quality for culinary purposes. This feature makes the sort of especial value to market gardeners, since if from any reason there is no sale for them us snaps, the yalue of the dry Beans will make the crop a remunerative one, very farm- er and gardener should try it. Pkt. 8c.; % pt. 1dc.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c,
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NEW DWARF WAX BEANS
BUCKBEE’S RUST-PROOF GOLDEN WAX.
Orr own original stock, unequaled in size, color and quality of pods and Superior to All Others. This bean, introduced by us, still continues The Standard Wax Variety For General Use. In this variety we have a Bean that possesses all the good points of the old favorite, Golden Wax, but is lurger in pod and much more prolific; handsome uppearance, belng of a dark, rich, yellow color and of perfect shape.
CAN’T BE BEAT,
Of grand quality, showing no string or courseness even when past ‘its best, but is of tender and melting flavor at all stages of its growth. Being so ex- ceedingly prolific, it is not injured by Bean rust. lor market gardeners or private families no better variety can be planted. Try this great Bean in your garden once, and it will always have a place there. Pkt, 8c.; % pt. 1b5c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
YOSEMITE MAMMOTH WAX
In value, distinctiveness and sterling worth this “Bean is a Wonder. We would call attention to the necessity of planting this grand variety nearly twice as wide apart as ordinary bush Beans, The plant is so large and vig- orous, and the pods are so solid and pulpy that they require a great deal of light and air to perfect them.
A GRAND GOOD VARIETY.
The pods frequently attain a length of ten to fourteen inches, with the thickness of a man’s finger, and are nearly all solid pulp, the seeds being very small when the pods are fit for use. The pods are a rich golden color, and are absolutely stringless, cooking tender and delicious. This is the pop- ular wax, Bean for family or market purposes. lt is enormously productive, as many as 50 of its monster pods hay- ing been counted on one bush. Pkt. bc.; Ye pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c,
JONES’ BTRINGLESS WAX
I can also supply the following Dwart Wax Beans varieties of Dwarf Wax Beans,
which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uniform price of: Pkt. 5c.; % pt, 10c.; pt, 18c.; qt, 35c,
Challenge Extra Early Black Yeilow Eye Wax
Wax. Improved Golden Wax. Maule’s Butter Wax, Ferry’s Detroit Wax. ae one ea Burpee’s Perfection Wax. Violet Flageolet Wax. Currie’s Rust-Proof Wax,
Grenell’s Rust-Proof Wax, New Speckled Wax.
New Crystal White Wax. Keeney’s Rustless Golden Wax. Saddle Back Wax, Wardwell’s Kidney Wax, New Flageolet Wax, Improved White Wax or Butter
SEE WHOLESALE PAGES
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12 H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, iLLINOiS.
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BUCKBEE’S Pew GOLDEN EYE WAX % EW DAVIS — | 5 — OA aes jC
The Greatest Wax Bean. 5: wisecns't: A Splendid Variety.
_ German, Bohne; French, Harcot; Spanish, Frijorenano; Swedish, Bonar. One quart to 100 feet in drills. Two bushels to the acre in drills. Itemember that I prepay charges on Beans by the one-half pint, pizt and qnart, unless particularly noted. Quantities of one-eighth
bushel, one-fourth bushel, one-half bushel and une bushel or more will be shipped by freight or express at purchaser’s expense.
BUCKBEE’S NEW RUST-PROOF GOLDEN-EYED WAX. Absolutely Stringless. Very Prolific. Positively free from Rust.
STRONG-GROWING bush variety, cf remarkable vigor and freedom from rust. It sends out short tendrils, on
Which pods are formed, in addition to those near the central stalk of the plant, which accounts for its wonderful
productiveness, amounting, under favorable conditions, to 100-fold. The pods are meaty and well filled, thick-fat When young and semi-round later; of rich yellow color and fine quality, and entirely stringless, even when old enough te shell. They are also free from that parchment-like lining which makes many yarieties tough, unless when very young. If the pods are picked as fast as formed, the plant continues to furnish a bountiful supply for a long season. Pkt. 8c.; 14 pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
NEW EARLY PROLIFIC GERMAN, OR IMPROVED BLACK WAX.
We are so thoroughly satisfied with this improved strain of Black Wax that we have discarded the old stock altogether, this being more vigorous and far more productive, with a longer, whiter, more fleshy pod. Vines medium size, Yery vigorous and hardy. Flowers reddish-white or purple.
Best Early Black Wax Bean for the Market Gardener—Pods medium length, borne well up among the foliage, curved, cylindrical, fleshy, and of a clear, waxy-white color, with long, slightly curyed point; remain a long time in condition for use as snaps. Beans small, oblong, jet black. No one can afford to plant the old Black Wax or Butter Bean, as this is much better in every respect. Pkt. 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c,
ROGER’S LIMA WAX.
We claim for this variety four essential points: (1) Productiveness, (2) Handsome Color and Tender Pods, (3) Delicious Flavor, (4) White Seeded and will make an Excellent Dry Bean for Baking. ‘They require thin planting (two beans being suiticient for a hill) on very rich soil, and will rnn true and not sport. The pods are the broadest of all Wax Bush Beans; color transparent, glossy lemon wax, having the yellow waxy appearance very soon after the pods are formed. When picked, will retain their bright, attractive appearance for a long time, and will not become tough. Quality very tender, juicy, and flavor delicate. delicious. Seed small, oval, pure white, which is much in their favor compared with a colored bean. Owing to its tenderness, fine quality and delicious flavor, it cannot help but please those who want the best. Pkt. 8c.; % pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; gi. 40c.
DAVIS WAX.
An exceptionally Hardy, Productive, White-Seeded, Wax-Podded Sort—All of the pods are very long, white, straight and handsome. This is the most hardy and productive bush, wax-podded Bean in cultivation. The vine is rustless and very vigorous, bearing near the center many clusters, some of which extend above the foliage. When young, the pods are very brittle, crisp and tender. The dry Beans are kidney-shaped, clear white and excellent for baking. One of the best of all for shipping as snap Beans, and one of the greatest value for either the market or home garden. The perfect shape and fine color of the pods, and the clear white seed make this one of the best sorts for eanners. It is just what they
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) if white pod, which does not discol- f HH) or in canning. Pkt. 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c,
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NEW VALENTINE WAX.
An improved extra early Valen- tine Bean, with round wax pods. A striking acquisition has been obtained in the list of Wax Beans through the introduction of has been no vyariety of such has been no variety of such prominence among Wax Reans that could compare with that of the Valentine among green Beans. We now have an excellent wax- podded yariety possessing, in a remarkable degree, the excellent features of this sort. It is very early for a Wax Bean. A Grand, Good Bean, A _ planting made June 12 gave us a fair picking by July 2S—46 days. Its value as a shipper has been _ proven. It is very tender, and aimost without string; in fact, the pod is free from any toughness what- ever, but is remarkably solid throughout. It is handsome in appearance, and so far we have found it perfectly rust proof. You will be pleased with it. Pkt. 8c.; Ye pt. lde.; pt. 25c.: at. 40c.
BUCKBEE’S SEEDS ARE ALWAYS RELIABLE AND SATISFASTORY.
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BUCKBEE’S EARLY WONDER.
This is an ideal Snap Bean. Pods are41-2 inches long, soft green, perfectly straightand round. Free from that woody inner lining of tough skin which we associate with old beans; what little string ex- ists is not developed until pod is quite old. Flavor is most delicious; it has the peculiarity of preserv- ing its delicate color almost intact when prepared for the table. Remarkably early, ready for use four days in advance of any variety of merit. Its bear- ing qualities are unexcelled and it matures its crop very regularly, even under adverse conditions. Pkt. 8c.3 a) UB 15c.3 pt. 25c.3 qt. 40c.
New Dwarf Horticultural—Vines compact, upright and very productive. Pods medium length, cylindrical and curved, with splashes of bright red on a yellowish Grounds The ripe Beans are_large, plump, oval and neatly covered with splashes of bright green, and when in this condition the Beans are very large, easily shelled and about equal to the Lima in quality. Pkt., 5c.; 1-2 pt. 10c.; pt. 18c.; at. 35c. i f
Early Mohawk—tThis sort is so much hardier than the others that it can be planted earlier, fur- nishing Beans fit for use before any other kind. Vines large and stout, with large leaves which will stand a slight frost. Blossoms large, purple; pods long, straight, with long tapering point. eans long, kidney-shaped, variegated with drab, purple,
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among the green podded sorts, and many prefer it to the wax varieties. Vines erect, with coarse dark green leaves and large white blossoms. Pods medium length, curved, cylindrical, with crease in back; very fleshy, crisp and tender. Beans medium size, long, irregular, pink, marbled with red. Many, different strains of Valentines are offered under slightly vary- ing names, each claiming to be a great and dis- tinct improvement. We firave earefully. examined them all, both in trial and large yield, and have found none which we were willing to substitute for our stock, which combines all the good qualities. Pkt. %c.3 1-2 pt. 12c.3 pt. 20c.3 qt. 35c.
MERITORIOUS GREEN-PODDED BUSH BEANS
New Stringless Green Pod—Is most happily named, as it 1s quite unique—the only_ absolutely stringless green-podded bean in the market. Podis round, full, larger and straighter than those of most varieties. Quality is most superior. The Michigan State Agricultural College Experiment Station writes: ‘‘Plants of medium growth. Pod 41-2 to 51-2 inches long, nearly round, slightly curved, light green, flesh tender and of best quality. Pods remain long in edible condition; even when the beans are large, the ods are not stringy. Valuable for good quality and lack of stringiness.’”’ Pkt. 7e.$ 1-2 pt. 12c.3 pt. 20c.3 qt. 35c. "
New Early ‘Round Pod Yellow Six Weeks— While this variety does not differ from the Early Long Yellow Six Weeks in size or general appearance of the vine, the pods are shorter, very much thicker, more fleshy and quite stringless. Moreover, while
retaining the vigor and hardiness of the old sort, it is fully one week earlier. Dry Bean color of ordinary Six Weeks, but much shorter. Pkt. 6c.3 1-2 pt: 10c.3 pt. i8c. qt. 35c
brown. In favor for forcing; matures quickly, car- ries good weight of long, large pods. Pkt. 5c.3 1-2 pt. 10c.3; pt. 16c.3; qt. 30c.
Best of All—This vine is very hardy, vigorous and healthy, producing an abundance of very straight, handsome pods, which, when fit for use as snaps, are round, very brittle ‘and of a peculiar deep green color. As the pods mature they become lighter in color and splashed with bright red.
hen fit for use as green shelled, the Beans are large, mottled with red; very tender and of the best quality. The dry Beans are mottled in two shades of red. One of the hardiest and best of all. Pkt. 5c.; 1-2 pt. 10c.; pt. 18c.3; qt.35c,
NEW EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE.
Earliest of the green podded kinds, fur- nishing a fleshy pod of fine quality. It is usually from two to three weeks earlier than ordinary Refugee. The vines, though a little smaller, are fully as hardy and vigorous as that variety, and more upright. Pods of the same size and shape, except slightly flatter. Dry Bean same size, shape and color as com- mon Refugee. Our stock has been selected with great care, and is extremely uniform in = Suing ee 6c.; 1-2 pt. 10c., pt.
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_New White Valentine—This variety presents improvements of a different kind entirely, and at the same time is distinctly superior to its parent. the Early } Red Valentine. The plant is considerably larger than the Early Valentine, though ¢ it may be planted at exactly the same distance. It preserves all the character istics of its parent, particularly in the absence ot stringiness. The pods are borne f in enormous quantities close to the center of the plant, and are not only longer, but much thicker and more meaty than any of this type. Another advantage which will@ recommend it to all is that the Beans retain their tenderness much longer than} any other variety we know of. Pkt. 6c.3 1-2 pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.3 at. 35c. ese
can also supply the following varieties of Green-Podded Bush Beans, which } are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uniform price of Pkt. 5c.3 1-2 pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 28c.
Refugee, or 1000 to 1.
Early China Red Eye.
Improved Early Long Yellow Six Weeks.
Improved Large White Marrow.
Early ovat Dwarf White Kidney.
Improved Navy Bean.
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ODS wonderfully broad, thick and entirely stringless. They sur- pass any other variety in the way vines cling to the poles, and every Bean grower will at once acknowledge this is the most import- AA ERD. ant qualification. Pods flattish, oval shape, and when fully grown are NY A from 4 to # inches long, exceedingly rich, buttery and fine flayored Ny) when cooked. ‘hey are hardy, easily grown and most productive. Surpassingly fine for an early and late snap sort, also as a dry shell or winter Bean it is unsurpassed, and such is the peculiar taste and pleasing finvor of this Bean that we haye known persons who would not eat any other varieties of String Beans after tasting Lazy Wife. Pkt. 8c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c.
CHILD’S MAMMOTH PODDED HORTI- CULTURAL POLE.
Similar in general character to the London Mortienltural. but larger in every Way. The mammoth pods are striped and splashed With exceedingly brilliant crimson. The Beans when dry are marked like the pods; when fit for use they are an immense size and of the finest quality. This yariety has been sold under many names, such as Worcester, Hampden and Mugwump Pole, but a great deal of the stock offered has been impure, many plants being like London Horticultural. We have developed a stock which is pure and sure to please all who plant it. Pkt. 6c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c.
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NEW WILLOW-LEAF LIMA.
Five thousand from one. This new and very unique Pole Bean was brought prominently be- fore the public lately. It has such popularity that it is now a standard sort. It differs from all other Beans known by its beautiful deeply cut foliage, aptly described by its name, ‘‘Willow Leaf.’’
Hardy and Productive-—The beauty of this, although such an attraction, is overlooked as soon us it begins to bloom, because of the profusion of blossoms, which are truly astonishing. The vines are full of bloom, and later become loaded with pods. Vines bloom and bear pods of uni- form size for a long time. Pure white beans, exceptionally tender; fine flavor. Pkt. 7c.; 1% pt. 12c.; pt, 22c.; qt. 40c.
EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX.
A well-known, early and very beavtiful sort. Vines large, strong-growing, vigorous, hardy; leaflets large, light gieen. crimped; flowers yellowish-white; pods 6 to S inches long, borne in abundant clusters, each containing from 3 to 6 pods, which are broad, very thick and fleshy, deeply creased along the edge to which the Beans are attached; much curved: color bright golden yellow. Of the very best auality, and staying in condition for use a long time. The Beans are also excellent shelled green. We recommend this variety as furnishing the largest and hand- somest pods of any sort in the list. Pkt, 8c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt, 40c,
SEIBERT’S EARLY LIMA.
The earliest true Lima. No other sort so early or so good. As large as the largest, making it the best Lima Bean ever offered. The yine is exceptionally hardy, vigorous, and not only produces pods earlier, but continues kearing longer than any other sort. In earliness. ease of shelling. size, beauty and quality of the green beans, this variety is farin advance of all others sorts. The pods and green beans are as large as those of the King of the Garden Lima, and of better quality. Stock is limited this season. Order early. No progressive gardener will fail to try it. Pkt. 8c.; %% pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c.
BUCKBEE’S NEW KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA. (The Best White Lima.)
Practical yalue has been the object aimed at in the development of this grand variety, which is the outcome of skillful selection. It furnishes the largest green Beans, and is the most easily shelled of any of the Limas.
The vine is so productive that although the pods rarely contain more than four Beans, the yieid is enormous and is produced from the very first to the last of the season.
The green shelled Beans are of immense size, but so tender and succulent that they shrink in arying to abont the size of the Large White Lima. It is the best Lima Bean ever offered for iaarket gardeners’ use.
In yield, ease of shelling, size, beauty and quality of green Beans, this variety is in ndvance of all other sorts, and is recognized as the best of all the Limas for either the garden or the market, Pkt, 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 40c.
= FAMOUS KENTUCKY WONDER OR OLD HOMESTEAD.
This splendid variety, introduced in 1885, has since been offered as Seek No Further, and was introduced in 1891 as a novelty under the name of Old Homestead. Vine vigorous, climbing well and very productive, bearing its pods in large clusters; blossoms white; pods green, yery long. often reaching 9 er 10 inches, nearly round when young, and yery crisp. continuing in use for an extended season. Has no Equal. Dry beans long, oval, dun-colored. An early and very prolifie sort, with showy pods, which are most excellent for snaps. It is sometimes cata- Jogued as Southern Prolific, but this is an error, as‘the latter is two weeks later and has shorter ods, Send to Buckbee for tho Best Seed. Pkt. 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt, 22c.; qt. 40c,
POLE BEANS.
I can also supply the following splendid varieties of Pole Beans, which are too well known to require extended description, at the following low prices:
Pkt, Y% Pt. eta Qt. Farly Large White Lima..............- eb6000 Ceasinitataceeprernte 6c, 12c. 20c. 35c. News HarlyBlAckisi1ml aeersircletelelelsetectereloretetere ete eielemietetetereleicleretoteleters 7c, 12c, 22c, 40c. White Dutch Case Knife...................... 5 apocobGoaDo0Sse Te. 12c. 20c. 35c. Golden Andblusiat cee seeemcen ceo cece care “jo nonaooneSoons 6c, 12c. 22c. 40c, Red Speckled Cut Short or Corn Hill....................-....- 6c, 12c. 20c, 35c, New White Runner.................-.+. See 12c, 20c, 35c, Scarlet Runner................... Seadoo : 10c, 18c, 35c, Golden Champion............. oggoqa006 30 3 -. 6c. 12c, 22c¢. 40c, Buckbee’s New Holstein.. : l5c 25c. 40c, Buckbee’s New Golden Lima.... ldc. 25c. 40c.
BUCKBEE'S NEW KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA '§ BEST FOR MARKET GARDENERS.
HM. W. BUCK BEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
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A REVELATION AMONG MANGELS.
BUCKBEE’S MASTODON The greatest Man- gel of the century.
Without doubt the greatest creation
in Mangels’ ever placed before the public. The largest, heaviest and most profitable
Mangel offered.
YIELDS OVER 2000 BUOSHELS PER ACRE.
a The best results are obtained on a deep. rich sandy loam, which Culturt CG should be well prepared and thoroughly enriched. Seed snould be sown as soon as ground is nicely settled, in drills 30 inches apart. Cullivate well when young and thin out the plants to 1 foot apart in the row. If these thinnings are carefully handled and the larger leaves cut off, they can be reset to fill vacancies, and will make the largest roots. Care should be taken in harvesting not to break or bruise the roots as it hastens their decay. To preserve Mangels during winter, store them in a cool cellar similar to potatoes, or bury in pits in a dry situation, and cover them with a light covering of straw, then a covering of boards and lastly a goodly covering of soil to protect them in severe and wet weather. I would particu- larly recommend that those interested in growing roots for stock feeding send to the United States Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., for a FREE copy of Bnlletin No. 11, giving the analysis of American feeding stuffs,
Hou, A. J. Love: joy. 3£ Roscoe, II1., (he eminent stock specialist, writes: “The results which I obtained by planting Duckbee’s Mangel seed are truly amazing. I heartily recom- mend them to all.’’
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UCKBEB'’S MASTODON is enormously, wonderfully productive. Its yield is exceedingly fabulous: 1,500 to 1,800 bushels year have
per acre is nothing uncommon on good soil, and many experimental stations and trial tests the past
at the rate of 2,000 to 2,500 bushels per acre.
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the New Imperial Sugar, making it more nutritious and milk-producing. al : picking out pieces of it in preference to other kinds. Prominent Mangel authorities consider Buckbee’s Mastodon by far the Plesse remember that I own and control the entire stock of this grand
most valuable and profitable of all stock-feeding beets. ; i It is such a shy seeder that the seed cannot be grown as cheaply as other Mangels, yet being desirous of placing this
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grand Mangel at prices within reach of-all, 1 offer it at the following exceptionally low_ prices:
Oz. 8c.; 14 lb. 20c.;_% Ib. 35c.; lb, €0c.; 5 lb. $2.50, prepaid,
We took many hundreds of specimens from our fields weighing over 60 pounds each, and many reaching the sensational weight of 75 pounds and over, Could anything be more marvelous than this truly In length, Buckbee’s Mastodon is about the same as Buckbee’s Mammoth Long Led particularly remarkable for its handsome sbape and broad shoulders. its diameter being greater and_ its The flesh is red, of very fine texture and quality,containing less water and more sugar than any other Mangel, except it be Sheep and other stock thrive better when fed on it,
Mangel, but it is weight very much
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PLEASE READ SCHEDULE OF CLUB RATES ON PAGE ONE BEFORE SENDING ORDER.
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| BUCKBEE'S THOROUGHBRED MANGHLS.
My Thoroughbred Mangel Seed is the ac- knowledged leader throughout the land for mammoth yield. Desirable shape, uniform |
The Value of Mangels for stock feeding can- | not be overestimated. The results from their ' use are wonderful, asisshownintheimproved . health and condition of animals, the increased yield of milk in cows and the great saving of hay. They can be raised at trifling cost.
large size, long keeping and good quality.
Buckbee’s Mammoth Long Red Mangel.
Without question this grand Mangel of my own in- troduction stands without arival. It has created a great sensation wherever grown, on account of its extraordinary size, single roots; weighing from 30 to 40 pounds being ot freque nt occurrence. Wonderfully productive, produc:og on an aver age the enormous quantity of from 1,000 to 1,500 bushels and over of the finest speci- mens per acre.
Champion Red Globe Mangel.
This productive variety is valued for earliness an« its smooth, symmetrical, globe-shaped roots which are _ almost 8 inches in diameter. A grand
variety. It is similar to the Yellow or Orange
Globe, except in color, which, as the name
ae is an agreeable red shade. Oz.
4 1b.10c.; % Ib. 15c.; Ib. 25c., or 5 lbs. tte: one acre) $1.20 prepaid.
Beware of Imitations.
The quality is of the highest order. Its keeping qualities are not excelled. Thecrop is always uniform, and the color is a beauti- ful dark red. Youcannot afford to be with- out this best of all Mangels. Oz. 5c.; 44 1b. 15c.; 4% 1b. 26c.; 1b. 40c., or 5 lbs. (for one acre) $1.75 prepaid.
Orange Globe Mangel—A large,round, orange colored variety of excellent quality, produc- ing a better crop on shallow soil than the long red. Theroots often keep better than those of the long varieties, as they can be more easily handled without injury. Oz.4c.;
one acre) 51. 20 prepaid.
Golden Tankard Mangel—This distinct va- riety isa most important addition to our list of roots for stock feeding, as it contains less water and more sugar than most Mangels. The very best for dairy farming; considered indispensable wherever grown. A higher price is paid for milk when cows are fed on this variety than on any other food. Sheep and all other stock thrive wonderfully onit. It is early, hardy and a good cropper, for on account of its shape roots can be left stand- ing close in rows. Do not omit this variety when ordering. Oz. 5c.; 4 1b.10c.; % 1b. 16c.; lb. 28c., or 5 1bs. (for one acre) $1.3 prepaid.
Mixed Mangel Seed—Every year there are hundreds of our customers who write us for mixed Mangel seed, and we have concluded this season to meet their wishes, and have mixed of all the varieties that we have inex- cellent proportion. This mixture, we know. will at once become popular. It is cheap. and will surely give satisfaction. We can heartily endorse same. Oz. 6c.; % 1b. 12c.; ¥% 1b. 18¢.; 1b. 30c., or 6 Ibs. (for one acre) $1.40 prepaid.
Sugar Beets.
HE SUGAR BEETS are used both for the table and stock feeding, as well as for making sugar, while the Mangels are
used principally for feeding stock. Culture—Same as for Mangels.
New Golden Monarch Mangel.
This entirely new and distinct Mangel grows to the largest size and is of a beautifulrusset yellowcolor. Itisremarkablyevenin shape, of vigorous growth; it has a fine neck, large leaves with green stems, and a verysmooth fineskin. The fleshis white, firm and sweet, greatly relished by cattle and other stock. Altogether it is a magnificent root, easily Het growing more than half above ground, prod ucing enormous crops, and is an excel-
nt keeper. Do not ne ece to try this new mangel. Oz. 6c.; % 1b. 12c.; %1b.18c.; lb. 30c., or 5 1bs. (for one acre) $1.40 prepaid.
I can supply the following new and standard varieties of Sugar Beets. which are too well known to need extended de- | scription, at the uniform price of 02. 4c.;
% 1b. 10c.; % 1b. 16c.; 1b. 28c., or 5 Ibs. | I can also supply the following new and (for one 2) $1.35 prepaid: | standard varieties of Mangels, which are VILMORIN'S IMPROVED SUGAR } too well known to need extended descrip- DANISH SUGAR JERSEY SUGAR tion, at the uniform price of 02. 4c.; % 1b. FRENCH WHITE SUGAR RED TOP
10c.; 44 1b. 15c.; 1b. 25c., or 6 lbs. (for one
) LANE’s IMPROVED SUGAR | acre) $1.20 prepaid:
GIANT OR MAMMOTH JUMBO GIANT. INTERMEDIATE LONG YELLOW
GIANT HOrsTEIN, Kettow Ovo | | KLEIN WANZLEBEN | Buckbee’s New Imperial
(SUGAR BEET.) Sugar. ¥ HIS is now acknowledged gen- : t Champion Yellow Globe Mangel—We think erally throughout the continent HE grandest and most superior of al this is one of the best varieties grown for of Europe. and as far as tried in Sugar Beets, affordinga larger percent stock feeding. It is very productive and an America also, as the best to grow age of sugar than any known variety excellent keeper when stored in heaps for for the manufacture ofsugar. We Very productive, yielding 20 tons and ove) winter use. It has exceedingly small tops offer German-grown seed the sec- of the finest beets to the acre; roots are and few leaves; leaf stalks and blades green, ond year from polarized (mother) very symmetrical and desirable in shape roots medium size, uniformly globe shaped, roots. The polarized parent roots grow slightly above the surface. The colo having a very small top and few side roots; tested eighteen to twenty per cent. is white, slightly w BSOE8 with red at top, whil: color of skin deep orange yellow; flesh white of sugar, while the crop varied from the balance is of a clear white. Flesh finel and of excellent quality. The roots grow fourteen to eighteen per cent. of grained and very sweet. Isell thousands o almost entirely above ground, making them sugar, according to the season. pounds each year to the large beet sugar fac admirably well adapted to shallow ground Special prices will be quoted for tories through the country, alw ays with th: and very easy to harvest. 0z.4c.;%1b.10c.; large quantities. Oz. 42.; 41b.10c.; most satisfactory results. Oz. 5c.; 4 1b. 15c 4 1b. 15c.; 1b. 25c., or 6 lbs. (for one acre) % Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c., or 5 lbs. (for s 1b. 26c.; 1b. 40¢.; 5 lbs. (for one acre) $1.7%
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German, RUNKEL-RUBE; French, BETTERAVE; Spanish, BETTERAGA; Swedish, BETOR. One ounce to fifty feet of drill. Five or six pounds to the acre in drills.
CULTURE The best results are obtained on a deep, rich sandy
* loam. If wanted early sow in hot beds and transplant, cutting off the outer leaves. For general crop sow as soon as the ground will permit, in drills 18 inches apart, and thin out to3 inchesinthe row. For winter use the turnip varieties may besownin June. If possible, sowin freshly prepared soil, which should be pressed firmly overseed. Asupply may be had for winter use by storing in cellar and keeping covered with sand or sandy soil to prevent wilting, or they may be kept outdoors in pits.
I can supply the following new and standard varieties of Beets,
which are too well known to need extended description, at the uniform
oe Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; Ib. 15c.; & Ib. 26e.; n c.
Edmand’s Early Elood Turnip—Roots round and smooth, good marketable size; skin and flesh dark blood-red.
Bastian’s Blood Turnip—A very desirable late blood-red variety; excellent for either market or home use.
Detroit Dark Red Turnip—One of the most popularturnip shaped varieties; valuable for market or private use.
Lentz Blood Turnip—Tops small, roots turnip-shaped, bright red; flesh crisp, tender and sweet; fine for winter.
New Early Bassano—Good size, excellent for greens; cannot be surpassed for bunching to get into market early.
New Electric—Surprisingly fine variety. Remarkably early, turnip- shaped, rich red flesh, exceedingly tender.
Market Gardeners—One of the most valuable strains of half-long Blood Beets ever offered for early or late use.
Dewing’s Improved Blood Turnip—Flesh deep blood-red, very tender and sweet; grows uniformly to a good size.
Early Yellow Vurnip—Similar to the blood turnip, except in color, which is bright yellow; of very sweet, fine flavor.
Early Blood Turnip—The old standby; eure to please for early use.
Late Blood Turnip—Popular everywhere. Symmetrical in shape; flesh deep blood-red color, tender and sweet.
COLUMBIA BEET.
1—The roots are of a neat turnip shape, with smooth skin and deep blood-red flesh, of rich, tender quality. Fe is ready touse very early, growing as quickly as does the Egyptian, while it does not become coarse andstringy when of large size. Compared with such famous sorts as Edmand's and Eclipse, the Columbia has proved earlier than either, and even better in quality. In habit of growth it is very even; the foliage small, and of a rich bronze color. It is also good for winter, grown from the seed sown in July. kt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. L2c.; 4% 1b. 18¢.; % lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN.
2—TuHE EARLIEST BEET IN THE MARKET.—A eelection from that stand- ard market Beet, Early Egyptian, which retains the earliness of the parent stock and has added thickness, giving it a more desirable shape; it is the deepest red, aJmost black in color, and is of finer quality than the Egyptian, being sweeter and,even more tender and smoother. The most desirablo sort for small beets for early market, as it is in presentable market shape quicker than any other sort. It isa very rapid grower and can be sown out- side as late as July. Pkt. 4c.; oz Ve.; 2 oz. 12c.; \% Ib. 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
BUCKBEE’S NEW HALF-LONG BLOOD.
3—Entirely distinct and by far the best variety for winter use. Roots half as long as Long Dark Blood, but on account of their thickness weigh just as much. Always smooth; rich dark red flesh, sweet, crisp, tender and never woody, even in portions above ground. One ofthe best sorts. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; % lb. 18¢.; % lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
Buckbee’s Improved Long Dark Smooth Blood.
4—Tops large, neck small; leaf stems and veins red; leaf green; roots large, tapering towards both ends, growing even with surface; dark red flesh; tender and sweet, and remaining 80 even when kept till spring. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 4% lb. 15c.; % Ib. 25c.; lb. 40c.
NEW TRUE DARK STINSON BEET.
65—Excellent for the open garden, This is particularly valuable for forcing, because it produces less foliage than any other variety, and can be grown close together. The roots are smooth and regular in form; the skin is dark blood-red. Flesh fine grained and cooks dark blood-red. Remains in fine condition for a longtime. Pkt. 4c.; oz. Yce.3; 2 oz. 12c.; % lb. 18c.; % lb. 30c.; lb. 50c.
SWISS CHARD, OR SILVER BEET.
SOMETIMES CALLED SEA KALE BEzT.—A distinct vegetable and much superior to the common beet for greens; it must be remembered, however, that the roots are of no value as beets. Sown early. in the spring, it makes a rapid growth of leaves, and is fit for use for greens sooner than any other variety. Later the leaves grow very large, with broad, flat, beautifully white, wux-like stems and midribs, which may be cooked like asparagus or made into most attractive pickles. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; % Ib-15c.; 44 lb. 25c.; lb. 40c.
BLACK QUEEN.
Fine new sort, which Ican highly recommend, Roots pear-shaped, of medium size, fine form, nearly buried in soil. Flesh deep red color, almost black; leaves large, nicely crimpled, of deep color. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; % lb. 18¢.; % Ib. 30c.; lb. 50c.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
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Complete cultural in- My, formation is plainly given | with every package of seed offered in this Cata- logue.
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Sie | THE GREAT MONEY MAKER. EGYPTIAN HIS grand novelty awarded Prize Medal. The Director of the Maine Ex- = 4
perimental College at Orno, writes: ‘I consider Buckbee’s Sunset. the
most promising new variety.’’- Extended experience has shown-this va- riety of our own introduction to be-one of the very best sorts, not only for market gardeners, but for the home garden. This variety was_introduced as an improvement in turnip-shaped Beets for table use; and -we have, by care- ful selection, improved each succeeding crop, until we feel certain that it is by far the best red turnip Beet in cultivation. The Best Beet. Tops small, -upright growing, so that’ the rows may be close together; leaf, stems and veins dark red, blade green; roots globular or ovoid; particularly smooth; color of skin dark blood-red; flesh bright red, zoned with a lighter shade; very crisp, tender and sweet, and remaining so for a long time. The stock which-we offer will produce a crop more uniform in shape, color and quality than any other. ltcontrol the entire stock of this variety. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; 14 Ib.-25c.; Vo Ib. 40c.3 Ib. 75c.
TheBismarck— (An Excellent Novelty from Germany.) Combines —_——_____.._ more good qualities than any other variety (Buckbee’s Sunset excepted). Rich,-red flesh, exceedingly tender, remarkably early. In shape it is almost round. The leaves are small and compact, and set very f close to the center of the bulb. The tap root also is small, starting elear from i the bulb without taper; indeed, it combines to a greater degree than any va- riety we know of—the maximum edible bulb with the minimum ‘of root and foliage. The color is crimson. But it is when prepared for the table that its fine qualities become most apparent. The flesh of delicate texture, is rich; sugary and entirely free from fibre. ] control the entire supply of seed of this variety. Pkt. 4c.5 0z. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.3 4 Ib. 20c.; '/> Ib. 35c.; Ib. 60c.
Buckbee’s Extra Early Egyptian Blood Murynips— See ety for forcing, also excellent for first early crop out of doors; very early Leaf, stems and veins dark red, leaf dark green dotted with red; roots dark red, rounded on top but flat beneath, with very small tap roots;-flesh dark
| red, zoned with lighter shades; hard, crisp and tender at all times. Pkt. 4c.; fe oz. 7c.3 2 oz. 12c.; 4 Ib. 18c.3 V> Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
Ecli .—Tops small, dark purplish green. Roots nearly New Early cl pse globular, with a small tap root and collar. A splendid variety. Flesh cark red, zoned with lighter red, sweet, crisp and tender. -Pkt. 3c.; oZ. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 4 Ib. 15¢.; Yo Ib. 25c.; Ib. 40c.
Earliest cf Al].—One of the best Beets grown; very careful selection.
—___—_——__ Roots of good form, round, with only one small tap root; flesh deep Llood-red color, very sweet and tender. Best for first early. Can be planted very closely, as they do not grow large and coarse; have very small top. One of the best for market gardeners and table use. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; '4 Ib. 18c.; 14 Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
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Mrs. L. STEBLER, Platte, Neb., writes: ‘‘Buck- bee’s ‘New Queen’ and ‘Christmas King’ Cabbage ff are marvelous—every seed grew and made a per- fect head. Thanks for the many nice extras that you sent with my order.”
EXTRA HARLY LARGE NEW QUEEN.
Le es the finest, earliest, largest (weighs from 17 to 25 pounds), mostsolid early
Cubbage grown; unexcelled in flaver, un- equaled in quality, and always the leader on the market. This grandest of all varieties pleased over 100,C00 families during the past season, You caznot possibly be disappointed with it. I control the complete stock of this variety. Send to Buckbee’s for the true “Queen.’’ PKt. 10c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 50c.; 14 Ib. 90c.; 14 1b. $1.60.; lb. $3.00.
GAINES, COLE & Co., State Line, Miss., write: ‘Have used ‘Buckbee’s Queen’ since its introduction, It is a week earlier and much finer in every way than Henderson's Summer, and markets more to the acre,”’
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Mr, A. AxFORD, South Bend, Wyoming, writes: “I raised ‘Christmas King’ Cabbage heads over 50 inches in circumference last
fj year. They are splendid. I will plant no other for late crop.”
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+] (Re grandest late Cabbage of true merit ever introduced. As predicted last year, this truly wonderful late variety of my own introduction had the greatest run of any late Cabbage on the market, and not one of my customers was disappointed inthe results. Fromthe multitude of testi- monials I have received regarding this variety, I am led to believe that my efforts in introducing this grandest of all late varieties are truly appreciated. It is grand—simply eclipsing everything of its kind in the market—999 out of 1,000 plants will produce marketable heads, which are of mammoth eize (often reaching the sensa- tional weight of 60 lbs.), sound, solid and of the most delicious flavor, crisp and white. It never bursts, has but few outside leaves and is the best_winter keeper. Icontrol the complete stock of this variety. Pkt. 10c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 50c.; 4% 1b.
90c.; 44 lb. $1.60; Ib. $3.00.
GEO. WELLIVER, Clyde, Ohio, writes: ‘‘Buckbee’s ‘Christmas King’ takes the lead of any late variety grown in this, the greatest Cabbage raising sec- tion of the country.”
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BUCKBEE’S
RELA aE CABBAGE SEED.
German, KoPpFKOHL; French, CHovu-POMME; Spanish, REPOLLO; Swedish, Kat. One-half pound of seed in beds, te transplant, foran acre
One of the chief departments of my seed growing business consists of growing Cahbage for seed only. it is a household word everywhere that ‘‘Buckbee’s seed
high voint of merit that it marketable heads per acre than any offered.’’
My stock has reached such a
is the most reliable and produces more good,
And from the many thousands of unsolicited testimonials which I have received from all
over the country I have reason to believe that the time which I personally spend in my Cabbage fields is truly appreciated by many
thousands of customers; who stand by me in saying:
CULTURE. i ee _:sOCOSecond. Rich, well prepared ground.
which should be highly manured and
requisites for complete success are:
most suitable,
First. influence on the quality of the product than this, Third, Frequent and thorongh cultivation. worked deep. directions regarding the time and method of planting for all localities cannot he given.
“BUCKBEE’S SEEDS ARE THE VERY BEST.”’
there is no vegetable where the seed has more should invariably select the best procurable. A heavy, moist and rich loam is Cabbages are so universally grown all over the country that specific In general, north of the 40th parallel, the early
Good seed; and gardeners
sorts should be sown very early in hot-beds, hardened off by gradually exposing them to night air, and as early as the ground is in good ————————— EE
condition, transplanted setting 18 to 36 inches the 40th parallel, sow from the middle of in cold frames if necessary to keep through possible in the Spring. The late Autumn and to the last of Spring and transplanted when sowings in dry weather to get them up. It is the seed bed, or they will run up weak and of the most successful. market gardeners follows: At the desired time sow the seed in of sufficient size thin to the proper distance in eultivate as usual.
be thorovghly cultivated and left to mature.
* BUCKBEE’S # NEW CENTURY. fail to include this truly wonderful Cabbage in your order. «
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This is a very simple method and in some cases is
apart, according to size of variety. September, or according to latitude, transplant Winter, and set in open ground as early as Winter varieties may be sown from the middle about 6 inches high. Shade and water the late important that the plants should stand thinly in Slender and be likely to make long stems. One recommends sowing Cabbage for family use as drills or in hills, thinly. and after the plants are the row, or to a single plant to the hill, and Cabbages should be hoed every week and the
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very successful. _ ground stirred as they advance in growth, drawing up a little earth to the plant each time until they begin to head, when they shonld
Loosening the roots will sometimes retard the bursting of the full grown heads. To preserve Cabbage during the winter, pnll them on a dry day, and turn them over or the heads a few hours to drain. eellar. or bury them with the heads downward in long trenches in a dry situation.
i Set them out in a cool In the Middle States bury the head and part of the
stump in the open ground and place over them a light covering of straw or boards to protect them in severe weather.
CHEAP CABBAGE SEED, and outlay ere lost.
It is the poorest investment in the world: the failure can never be known until an entire season’s labor My seed is grown from SELECTED HEADS and saved from center shoots.
Buckbee’s Selected
TRUE EARLY JERSEY
WAKEFIELD. The Best Early Cabbage in
Cultivation.
It forms fine solid heads of good size, conical in shape, with very few outside leaves, and of the best quality. We Offer this as the earliest strain of thisstandard variety. Grown - only from selected heads, Our
= fe ae strain is remarkably pure; al- ways gives satisfaction. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 18c.; 2 oz. 35c.; % lb, 60c.; t, 1b. $1.10; ib. $2.00.
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Buckbee’s Mammoth LATE FLAT DUTCH.
This is the money maker among late Cabbages for gar- deners, and for family use it ranks high. Heads are large, sound, very soid; broad, flat on top and of a_ beautiful bluish-greeu color, with but few outside leayes. The qual- ity is fine and flavor excel- lent, heads being, when open, crisp and white. You will make no mistake in planting this variety. Pkt, 5c.; oz. 18c.; 2 oz. 35¢e.; 1 ¥ Ib. $1.10; 1b. $2.00,
Henderson’s Early Spring—A grand acquisition. The whole plant is finely bred. It possesses wonderful uniformity in shape, being round, slightly flattened at top of head. Flavor is delicious, and every plant makes a good marketable head. Very early variety. Pkt. 4c,; 0z. 12c.; 2 oz. 28c.; % Ib. 45c.; % Ib, 85c,; Ib. $1.60.
Extra Early Winningstadt—One of the best for general use, being a very fine header and will grow a hard head under circum- stances where most sorts would fail, so that those who have failed with other kinds could hope to succeed with this. It seems to suffer less fom the Cabbage worm than any other sort. Plant very compact, with short, thick leaves. Heads regular, conical and very hard. Pkt, 8c.; oz, 12c.; 2 oz, 20c.; 1%, Tb. 45c.; %%e Tb. 85c.; lb. $1.60,
Ahead early—aA first-class novelty. We quote the originator’s de- scription: ‘‘Karliest of all large Cabbages, often coming in before Early Summer. It is at least one-third larger than this popular variety, and therefore much more profitable to the market gardener, who has in this variety a Cabbage larger and at the same time earlier—considerations of the greatest import- ance, while the Allhead Early has that quality to be desired for earliness; is aiso valuable for late winter Cabbage. Seed of the Allhead sown in July and plants set out about the middle of August will bring heads iarge and solid, which are sure to stand the winter well.’’ Pkt, 4c.; 0z, 12c.; 2 oz, 23c.; %4 lb. 45c.; % Ib. 85c,; lb. $1.60,
Henderson’s Early Summer—This variety is deservedly popular with the market gardeners. It forms large, solid, round, flattened, compact heads of excellent quality. The heads average more than double the size of the Jersey Wakefield, while it matures only ten to twelve days later. The leaves turn into the heads so completely that about 9,0U0 plants may be set in an acre, making a very profitable crop. kt, 3c.; oz, 12c.; 2 oz, 28c.; Vy lb. 40c.; % lb. 75c.; 1b. $1.40.
Gregory’s All Seasons—One of the most desirable new sorts and very popular as a market gardener’s Cabbage. The heads are hard and solid, round, flattened on top, of very best quality, and are ready for market nearly as early as Early Summer, often larger in size. Noted for its ability to stand a hot summer and dry weather. Pkt, 3c,; 0z, 12c.; 2 oz, 23c.; 14 Ib. 40c.; 1% Ib. 75c,; lb, $1.40.
Buckbee’s Faultless—One of the best second early and fall varieties ever introduced, is absolutely ‘‘faultless.”’ Has been in popular and growing demand ever since its introduction. Sure to head; large and firm; has but few outside leaves; of vigorous constitu- tion; rapid grower; the peer of all this class; excellent keeper. Pkt. 4c.; oz, 12c.; 2 oz, 28c,; %4 Ib. 45c.; % Ib. 80c.; lb. $1.50,
Charleston, or Large Wakefield—Strain of Wakefield, in which the Plant is larger and a little later, ihe head larger and not so fe Sto Pkt, 4c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 28c.; %4 lb. 45c.; % Ib. 85c.;
Burpee’s Surehead—A famous main erop Cabbage, producing large, round, flattened heads of the ‘‘Flat Dutch’’ type, and is remark- able for its certainty to head. Heads uniform, hard, firm and fine in texture, weighing from 10 to 15 pounds; sweet flavored; has scarcely any loose leayes; keeps well. Good for shipping and just the quality to suit market gardeners and farmers. PEt. 4c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 28c.; 14 1b. 45c.; % Ib. 80c,; Ib. $1.50.,
Frotscher's Superior Late Flat Dutch—The standard late variety throughout the south. <A yery superior Cabbage in every way; large size, perfectly solid heads, wonderful yielder and above all a fine keeper. You will make no mistake by Planting this variety. PEt. 4c.; oz. 18c.; 2 oz. 35c.; 14 Ib. 60c.; 1% 1b. $1.10; lb. $2.00.
Buckbee’s Mammoth Late Bridgeport Drumhead—Standard shipping
sort. It makes a large, round, firm head, which seldom bursts or rots. It is now indeed one of the most profitable sorts to grow, and will give you unbounded satisfaction for every purpose.
Pkt, 4c.; 0z. 18c.; 2 oz. 35c.; 14 Ib. 60c.; % Ib. $1.10; Ib. $2.00.
Mammoth Red Rock—Certainly the finest and by far the best new variety of red Cabbage on the market. The heads will average over 10 pounds each, and are always of rich red color inside as well as outside, while they are almost (literally) as hard as rock. Try it. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz, 28c.; %4 lb. 45c.; 14 Ib. 80c.; 1b. $1.50,
Improved American Savoy—Very valuable variety, being of much finer favor and quality than the best of other Cabbage. Particu- larly adapted for private use, where quality rather than quan- tity is desired. Grown in fall and allowed to be touched by frost, it is one of the most delicious of all vegetables. PEt, 3c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 20c.; %4 Ib. 35c.; % Ib. 65c.; Ib. $1.25,
I ean also supply the following varieties of Cabbage which are too well known to need description. at the uniform price of: Pkt. 3c.; 0z, 12c.; 2 oz, 20c.; % lb. 35c.:
Extra Early Express, Stone Mason Marblehead, Very Early Etampes,
Large Late Drumhead, Early Peerless, Marblehead Mammoth, Early Large York, Autumn King, Early Dwarf Flat Dutch, Premium Late Flat Dutch, Vandergaw or Midsummer, Fottler’s Improved Brunswick, Acme Large Late Flat Dutch, Improved Large Late Flat Dutch, Henderson’s Succession, Lux- emburg, Filderkraut, Red Dutch or Pickling, Solid South, Per- fection Drumhead Savoy.
BUCKBEE’S EARLY SUNRISE—THE BEST SWEET CORN—See Painting on Inside Front Cover Page.
="Buckbee’s early Cabbage that I raise.”
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
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A package of Cab- bage Seed contains more than 800 seeds that grow.
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time of planting. Headsareof good size, weigh from eight to
thirteen pounds, have but few out- side leaves and therefore may be planted very close together, and yield large crops; always of fine flavor and very solid, I control the entire stock of this earliest of all aeeeees inven pe Ran at 2 0z-35c.; . ©; 1b. 81.25
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(THE Best CaBBAGE FOR EARLY SPRING SALES AND FOR SHIPPING.
HHROUGH our connection with the largest seed growersin Hol- land, we have obtained asupply
of the genuine seed, and offer it at such a price as to bring it within reach ofall. The headsof this valu- able sort are of medium size, averag- ing a weight of eight pounds, are very solid and deep, and of a fine white color, making them en- tirely distinct from any other strain. Their quality is superior, and they kee etter than any other sort,the heads being just as solid and perfect when taken up in the spring as when they are eae away im the fall. No Cabbage will sell beside it evenif offered at half the price. hw === Pkt. 5c.; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.5 | vi Vi SSS: % Ib 6b. % Ib. $1.25.; Ie ll S200.
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gardenersin your land (America). Icontrol the entire stock of this variety, and offer it at the following very low prices: P
OZ 30c-; 2 oz. 55c.; % lb. 90c.3 % lb. 1.60; lb. $3.00.
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eppsic bees second early everintroduced. Sosay thousands of my customers from all parts of the country who have carefully tested this grand
variety the past threeyears. The whole plant is finely bred; there is no suggestion of coarseness whatever, the veining of the leaves and leaf stems is particularly fine, the whole head being perfect throughout. It has the peculiarity of heading firmly at anearlystageinits growth, so that the finest Cabbage, though small, can be obtained long before it haa attained its natural size, Its uniformity in shape, and Taree yield per acre render it particularly valuable to truckers, and its compact form, and good quality will renderit the finest second early Cabbage. Pkt
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nator, Mr. J.M. Lupton: “Itis the resultof an effortto combinein
one variety the best qualities of the secondearly and the late sorts. It isa little earlier than any one of the various strains of Flat Dutch and Drumhead, and of closer growth. The heads are particularly large in proportion to the plant, which grows strong but does not spread out much. Thestalk is rather short; color, dark green. The quality fine and iv is also one of the best keepers we have, and comes out in the spring brightand fresh. The heads are not likely to crack open. As for uni- formity, it will grow more uniform and head better than the late vari- tice Aa 5c.; 0z- 20-3 2 oz 35c.3 % lb. 65c.; % Ibe $1.25;
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BUCKBEE’S SUPERIOR CARROT SEED.
German, MOEHREN; French, CAROTTE; Spanish, ZANAHORIA; Swedish, Moror.
One ounce of seed will sow a row 100 feet long. Four to five pounds will sow an acre.
CULTURE While a sandy loam, made rich by manuring the previous year, is the best
: soil for the Carrot, any good land, if thoroughly and deeply worked, produces satisfactory crops. Clover sod turned under deeply and well enriched with a dressing of rotten manure, is most excellent for the general crop. When it is possible todo so, it is advisable to sow as early inthe spring as the ground is fit to work, though good crops may, in this latitude. be grown from Sowings as late as June 15th. Prepare the ground thoroughly and sow in drills 12 to 24’ inches apart, using from 4 to 5 pounds to the acre, according to the distance between the rows. Cover one-eighth to one-fourth inch deep and see to it that the soil is well firmed about the seed. As soon as the plants appear use the cultivator or wheel hoe, and do not let the weeds geta start. Thin from 3 to 6 inches apart in the row as soon as plants are large enough. Gather and store for winter use like beets or turnips.
BUCKBEE’S SELECT DANVERS.
The best Carrot for general crop; it is of a rich orange color, a very heavy yielder and splendid keeper. It isa first-class Carrot for all kinds of soils. valuable for bothtable use and stock. The Leading Carrot. We have an extra fine strain of this favorite sort, which we have sold for many years, giving the greatest satisfaction to our customers. Pkt. 4¢.; 0z. 7c.; 2 0z. 12c.; % lb. 20c.; 4 lb. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
IMPROVED INTERMEDIATE.
A very fine variety for either field or garden culture. Large, symmetrical roots of a deep orange red. They are straight and smooth, free from roughness and ef the best quality. Tops are small and roots of mammoth size. You will find this variety very desirable for home, market or stock use. Pkt. 4c.; 02. 7c.;-2 oz. 12c.;- 4% 1b. 18c.; % 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50¢.
Improved Long Orange.
The most popular of the older sorts for farm use on mellow soil. An improvement obtained by years of careful selection of the best formed and deepest colored roots of the old Long Orange. Roots proportionately shorter than the Long Orange, and smoother, but so uniform and true that the bulk of the crop will be greater. kt. 3c.; 0Z. 6c.: 202. 10c.; 4% 1b. 18c.; 12 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50¢.
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New Early Chantenay.
(THE BEsT BUNCHING CARROT.)
This is the best early Carrot in ex- istence, one which market gardeners should plant for their main early crop. The Carrots grow about 6 inches long, are stump rooted, very—-smooth, - deep red, fine grained, sweet and sugary, and not apt to crack open while growing. An ex- cellent table sortand a heavy Cropper. Our seed is most carefully selected: Pkt. 4c.; 0Z..7c.; 20z. 12¢c.; 4 1b.18¢:; ¥%4 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50c.
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Half Long Scarlet Nantes, (Stump Roortep.)
Tops medium size; roots cylindrical, smooth, bright-orange; flesh orange, becoming yellow in center, but with no distinct core; of the finest quality, and one of the most symmetrical and handsome of the medium-sized sorts; excellent for the market or home garden. Pkt. 3c.; 02. 6c.; 20Z.10c.; %1b.18c.; % 1b. 30c.; 1b. 60c.
Early Scarlet Horn. (very Popurar.)
One of the most popular ofallvarieties. A favorite for early crop. Color deep beautiful orange; flesh finely grained and o agreeable flavor; tops small; has a short, stump-shaped root, large at top, therefore easily pulled. Grows well in shallow soil; of fine quality; yields and sells well. Pkt. 3c.; 0z.6c.; 2o0z. 10c.; % 1b. 18c.; 1% 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50c.
Buckbee’s Earliest Forcing.
(THE EARLIEST VARIETY IN CULTIVA- TION AND BEST SUITED FOR FORCING.)
Tops small, finely divided. The reddish-orange colored roots are nearly round with a groove about the crown and when fully matured they are about 2 inches in diameter, but should be used before they are full grown, when they are tender and de- licious. PKt.4c.: 0z. 7c.; 2 0z.12c.; Y% 1b. 20c.; 34 1b. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
GUERANDE, OR OX HEART.
Tops small for the size of the roots, which are comparative- ly short, but often reach a diameter of 7 inches, terminat- ing abruptly inasmalltaproot. Flesh’bright orange. fine grained and sweet. A Splendid Variety. Thisisa desirable variety for soil so hard and stiff that longer-growing sorts would not thrive init. When young, excellent for table use, and when matured equally good for stock. PKt. 3c.; 0Z. 6¢.; 2 0z. 10c.; %1b. 18c.; %41b. 30c.; 1b. 50c.
I can also supply the following standard varieties of Carrots which are too well known to need an extended description, at the uniform price of Pkt: 3c.; 0z. 6c.; 20z.10c.; % 1Ib.15c.; % lb. 28c.; 1b. 50c.:
HALF LONG DANVERS, EARLY FRENCH FORCING, St. VALLERY, LONG RED SURREY, LONG RED ALTRINGHAM.
L. A. Minckler, a leading gar- dener of Zion, Wis., writes: ‘I NOTICE. R. G& Patton, Elk River, Minn., Danae ese oee cranes Canoes |p Packaes) orl tee, tas saan market. The Danvers Currots— Carrot Seed were certainly aston-
in fact, everything could not be contains more ishing. Will certainly call on - beat. Thanks to Buckbee’s Eien 5,000 | you again for seeds.” = ——————— SEGGE: eco GUERANDE, OR OX HEART.
YOU GET VALUE UP TO THE BRIM WHEN YOU BUY YOUR SEEDS OF BUCKBEE.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
Mr. John Sasser, Gladewater, Texas:—“I am very much pleased with everything I got of you. Your Majestic and Victoria Oarrots are World Beaters.’
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PLEASE BEAR IN MIND That all experimental investigations and other tests have placed Oarrots among the leaders as a desirable
food for stock, Dairymen prize them very highly for their great fattening qualities and increasing the supply of milk toa wonderful degree. There is no better food in winter for horses and other stock than Oarrots cut small; then sprinkled with salt and fed with meal. Donotfail to take advantage of the exceedingly low prices which I have placed on this seed, for it-will pay youa hundred fold for time spentin caring forsame. You cannot fail to have a goodcrop by planting my Superior Western Grown Carrot Seed. I would particularly recom- mend that those interested in growing roots for stock feeding send to the United States Departmentof Agriculture, Washington, D. C., fora free copy of Bulletin No. 11, giving an analysis of American Food Stuffs. If you wish to grow Carrots for stock you will make a serious mistake if you grow any other than thesetwokinds. It seems no exaggeration to say that we could fill a book as large as this catalogue with, the, written and spoken praises that our customers have lavished upon these Carrots. We have yetto learn of a single instance in which they have failed to give the fullest satisfaction. Wherever they are shown at fairs, exhibitions, etc., they invariably capture the prize.
BUCKBEE’S MAJESTIC. BUCKBEE’S VICTORIA.
This is the largest and unquestionably the heaviest cropping and most Thisis the heaviest cropping Carrot grown, yielding more tons to the nutritious yellow variety in cultivation. Itis the largest and best form of acre than any other sort. The flesh is white, crisp, solid and very sweet in orange or yellow Carrot known. The roots are remarkably fine, very sym- flavor. It is a vast improvement on the white and green Belgian sorts, as metrical and of excellent quality, possessing high feeding properties. Itisa itis not only much more productive, but vastly easier to handle. The heavy cropper on all soils, but especially adapted to strong or rich land. roots areshort and very heavy at the shoulder, rendering them easily har- It grows fully half asmuch weight again per acre as the ordinary vari- vested. Too much can scarcely be said of their size and great productive- eties, and asthe roots grow more above the ground, it is much easier to ness. The roots frequently measure from 15 to 20 inches in circumference, gatherthecrop. This grand yariety issure to suit everyone who grows it. and 18 to 25.tonsto the acre is not an extravagant statement as to the Pkt. 5c.; 0z.10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; lb. 25c.; 4% lb. 40c.; lb. 75c.; 5 yield. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.3; 2 0z.16c.; \& lb. 25c.; % Ib. 40c.; lbs. $3.59 postpaid. Ib. 75c.; 5 lbs. $3.50 postpaid.
GUT We are frequently asked: ‘‘Which is the better of these two Carrots?” While there are many who prefer the Majestic, Iam Wie free to say that Victoria is equally as much in favor. Itistruethat yellow Carrots are somewhat more in favor than the
; white, but there is no other whitestock Carrot that can compare with Buckbee’s Victoria for all-around good qualities, ——_ a In order, however, that our customers may test the comparative merits of these two great Carrots, we will send to any address Hanning Ss tiiitititit to any part of the United States, postpaid, One Pound Each of Buckbee’s Majestic and Victoria Carrots for only $1.40 My five pound price, viz: Oc. (postpaid) per pound is absolutely the lowest price at which it will be possible for me tosell these two greatest of all Carrots in quantity. i
? W . Mammoth White Belgian—A splendid variety for fattening stock.
Buckbee Ss Improved Short hite. The roots are surprisingly mummoth in size, and its productiveness is
e amazingly enormous, often yielding 10 tons and over of roots per acre. It
Wonderfully Fine Stock Carrot. is highly recommended by experimental stations and agricultural colleges
is distinct variety is, we think, destined to take first ran for fattening all kinds of stock, and exceptionally desirable for its great
Held Dee owinz to its eaoemors productiveness and its sropiie well oct milk producing qualities. The lower part of the root is white, that growing
of the ground, making it comparatively easy to harvest. Roots one-half above ground and exposed ie the air being green. You will bo pleased with
long, smooth, very heavy at the shoulder, but taper regularly to the point; BS Se ae 0%. 5C.5 2 OZ. 8C.3 1-4 Ib. 12c.; 1-2 Ib. 20c.3 Ib. color light green above ground, white below; flesh rich, white, solid and 5c.3 5 lbs. $1.60.
crisp, and of excellent flavor. This variety is a heavy yielder, easily har- Mammoth Yellow Belgian—Identical to the above except in
vested and the best of its class, Pkt. 3c.3 oz. 5¢.3 2 oz. 8c.: 1-4 Ib. color. Pkt. 2c.3 Oz. 5C.3 2 OZ. 8C.; 1-4 Ib. 12c., 1-2 lb. 20c.: Ib.
12c.3; 1-2 1b. 20c.; Ib. 35c.3 5 lbs. $1.60. 35¢.3 5 Ibs. $1.60.
Large White Vosges—This is a field Carrot and especially suitable . A ; 4 ; for soils that are not very dee}; it is very productive, keeps well and is Solid Facts I give more attention to the details of my business easily pulled. Very broad at the neck, narrowed abruptly at the point. than any seedsman I know of. What does this One of the very best for cattle feeding, Pkt. 2c.3 oz. 5c.3 2 oz. 8ec.3 mean tomy customers? The best seeds, promptness and acouracy in filling 1-4 lb. 12c.3 1-21b. 20c.; lb. 30c.;5 5 lbs. $1.60. » orders.
BUCKBEE’S CARROTS ARE WITHOUT A RIVAL AS A WINTER FOOD FOR CATTLE AND HORSes.
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COPYRICHTED 189% BY H.W. BUCKBEE
German, BLUMEN-KOH#L; French, CHOU-FLEUR: Spanish, COLIFLOR; Swedish, BLOMEAL.
CAULIFLOWER.
The Cauliflower, although one of the most delicious vegetables, is but little grown except by professional gardeners, by reason of the erroneous notion that itisso hard to grow that only skilled gardeners can produce it.
I am certain
that any one will be reasonably successful with this most desirable vegetableif he will observe the cultural directions given below:
CULTURE.
FOR spring and early summer crop sow in March or early in April in hot-bed and transplant to cold frame when sufficiently large, and to the open ground as soon as hard freezing is over.
The plants will endurea light frost. Thesoil for Cauliflower
should be like that for Cabbage, but it is better to be made richer than is ordinarily used forthatcrop. Give the plants thor-
ough cultivation and keep free from worms with Persian insect powder.
For late crop sow at the same time as for Jate Cabbage, and treat in the same
manner. Itshould be borne in mind that Cauliflower will not head up good in hot, dry weather, and hence the sowing should be so regulated as to bring it in either early summer or late fall. Although nine-tenths of the Cauliflowers grown in this country are produced without it, frequent and abundant watering is so beneficial that it pays well forthe labor it costs. After the heads begin to form, draw the leaves over them and pin or tie them together to protect them from the sun and keep them white, They should be cut for use while the ‘‘curd’”’ is compact and hard, as they soon become tough and bitter after they open and separate into branches.
Do not be misled by ordering cheap, inferior seeds, bankrupt stocks, etc., which some seedsmen are offering, and which as a gift are too expensive. My seed is carefully tested. perfectly reliable, and will please you in every way.
BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY CHIEF.
I HAVE no hesitancy in introducing to you Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief, the greatest of all early Cauliflowers. The best variety for either market or family purposes; by far the earliest and surest header and the most profitable grown. Thegreater part of Cauliflowerseed offered is of European growth, but after years of careful study and perseverance, am able to offer this thoroughbred American variety—‘'Chief.’’ It is of very compact growth, with short stalks. They can be planted very close together, and the leaves growing upward naturally protect the heads, which, to say the least, are handsome beyond description, measuring fully 12 to 15 inches across, and even more under careful cultivation; are pure snow-white, very zlose, compact and of the most superior quality. The heads being so extremely solid and deep, weigh heavier than any early variety. ‘“Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief’ stands at the head asa shipping sort, the peer of all as a market and family variety. Will more than meet your expectations. Mr. H. Landers, the great Cauliflower specialist, says: ‘Regarding the trial which I have made of Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief, it was with some doubt that I was first tempted totry this variety three seasons ago, as there are so many ‘bests’ offered, but I can heartily say that after trying your new Cauliflower it more than meets my erpectations. It is a week earlier than Henderson’s Snowball, and a better variety in every way. It can be used for early or late Cauliflower, with the full assurance that it is impos- sible to procure a better or more reliable variety." My stockis limited, so et in your orders early. Pkt. 15c.; 2 pkt. 25c.; oz. 80c.; oz. 3.00; 2 0z. $5.50; & lb. $10.00.
Henderson’s True Early Snowball.
Certainly a fine variety, great favorite and standard throughout the country; very early, close growing, of compact habit; is well adapted for forcing under glass during winter andspring. It is without doubt one of the most reliable early varieties. My stock is perfectly reliable, and will satisfy you in every particular. Pkt. 10c.; & oz. $1.25; oz. $2.00; 2 oz. $3.80; & lb. $7.50.
EXTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT.
(SELECTED.) Remarkable for reliability of heading: dwarf; solid, pure white heads of most superior quality. If planted the first of March, heads eight to ten inches in diameter will be ready earlyin June. Pkt. 10c; 46 OZ. $1.25; oz. $2.00; 2 oz. $3.80; \% lb $7.50.
BUCKBEE’S EARLY FAVORITE.
Earliest, surest and preferable variety to grow, surpassing most other varieties. Will stand heat and drought exceptionally well. For forcing this variety is particularly wel] adapted from its dwarf growth and short outer leaves. One of the best successive varieties. PKt. 5c.; 4 oz. 40c.; oz. 70c.; 2 oz. $1.30; ¥ Ib. $2.50.
EXTRA EARLY PARIS.
Reliable early variety. Good for forcing; produces a good head; dwarf habit; solid, pure white curd of superior quality. Should be planted very early. PKt. 5c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 55c.; lb- $1-00.
LE NORMAND'S SHORT STEM.
The very best large late variety grown; sure to please. Curd is well protected by leaves, and being hardy it stands drought very well; a sure header, of good quality, and fine in every way. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 55c.; 1b. $1.00.
A. F. WATSON, Cheboygan, Mich., writes: ‘‘The seeds I got of you last year gave the best of satisfaction. The ‘Chief’ Cauliflower was immense.”
Cauliflower seed, as every gardene’ and Cauliflower fancier knows, is one of the seeds in the buying of which the price should never be questioned
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THE VERY BEST OF CHLERY.
German, SELERI; French, CELERI; Spanish, Apis; Swedish, SELLERI.
CULTURE Celery has come so generally into use that almost every garden has a bed devoted to its growth, and if the ¢ soilis rich and the plants well cared for, the Celery will be one of the most prized products of the garden. Sow the seed (which is slow to germinate) in shallow boxes, or in a finely-prepared seed bed, out of doors, in straight rows, so that the small plants may be kept freefrom weeds. See to it that the seed is kept moist, almost wet, until the seeds germinate, as plenty of water is necessary to geta satisfactory growth. When about 2 inches high, thin out and transplant so that they may stand 3 inches apart, and when the plantsare4 inches high, cut off the tops, which will cause them to growstocky. The crop is usually made to succeed some earlier crop, but in order to grow good Celery, the soil must be made as rich as possible; the essentials to success being very richsoil and plenty of water. If good plants are used, they may be set out as late as the middle of August, but the best results are usually obtained from setting out about the last of Juneor the first of July. The most desirable time will depend upon tie local climate, and is that which will bring the plants to maturity during cool, moist weather. Insetting, prepare broad, shallow trenches about 6inches deep and 4 feet apart, in which the plants should be set 6 inches apart, cutting off the outer leaves and pressing the soil firmly about the roots. When the plants are nearly full grown they should be “handled,” which is done by one person gathering the leaves together while the second draws the soil about the plant to one-third its height, taking care that none of the earth falls between the leaves, asit would be likely tocause them torustor rot. Aftera few days draw more earth about them, and repeat the process every few days until only the tons of the leaves are visible; or the leaves may be pressed together by two wide boards held firmly a few inches apart by cross ties and stakes, when in a few days it will be fit for use. Care should be takenthat the plants are not disturbed while they or the ground are wet, as it would be sure to injure them. A partof the crop may be simply “‘handled”’ and then, at the approach of severe freezing weather, taken up and set out compactly in a dark cellar or an unused cold frame, which can be rope just above the freezing point, and it will then gradually blanch so that it may be used throughout the winter. Should the plants begin to wilt, water the roots without wetting the stalks or leaves, and they will reyive again. Celery is sometimes grown by what is termed the new process, which consists in making a spot as rich as possible, and there setting the plants 6 to 8 inches apart each way. If the soil is very rich and there is an abun- dance of water, the plants will blanch each other, and the proauct will be very white and handsome, but we think it is inferior in quality to that grown by the old method.
Ican supply the following varieties of Celery, which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uniform price of Pkt. 3c.; 0z.10c.; 20z.18c.; % 1b. 35c.; %1b. 65c.; 1b. $1.25.
BOSTON MARKET CRAWFORD’S HALF DWARF GOLDEN DWARF, OR GOLDEN HEART
GIANT WHITE SOLID WHITE WALNUT DWARF WHITE SOLID z, EARLY ARLINGTON NEW ROSE LONG-RIBBED RED GIANT
Buckbee’s Genuine Golden Heart—Original Priyate Stock, the Best Late Celery—This variety has a very strong and vigorous
plant with large, very white, crisp, brittle, tender and fine flavored stalks. It is late, and requires the whole season to develop, but will keep longer than any other sort. Werecommend it as worthy of the first place asa lateCelery. Pkt. 6c.; 02. 20c.; 20z. 35c.; % 60c.; 421b.$1.10; 1b. $2.00. : Golden Yellow Large Solid, or Golden Self Blanching—This is the best Celery for early use. Plants of a yellowish-green color when young, but as they mature, the inner stems and leaves turna beautiful golden yellow, which adds much to their attrac- tiveness and makes the work of blanching much easier. The handsome colors, crispness, tenderness, freedom from stringiness and fine nutty flayor of this variety make it only necessary to be tried in order to establish it as the standard of excellence as an early sort. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 20c.; 202. 35c.; %1b.60c.; 141b. $1.10; 1b. $2.00.
Giant Pascal—The latest and best variety of Celery. It is a selection from the Golden Self-Blanching, and adds to the general good qualities ofits parent, superior keeping qualities. The stalks are very large, thick, solid, crisp, and of a rich, nutty flavor, free from any trace of bitterness. It blanches very easily and quickly, and retains its freshness a long time after being marketed. The heart is golden-yellow; very attractive. PkKt.4¢.; 0z.12c.; 20z.22c.; % 1b.40c.; % 1b. 70c.; 1b. $1.25.
. Buckbee’s Perfecved Kalamazoo—It is an acknowledged fact that more good Celery is grown in the famous “‘Kalamazoo Celery Fields” than anywhere in the country. For years our heaviest sales of Celery Seed have been in that section, and I have deyoted much time to the improvement of the justly celebrated variety grown in that section, until we now have this acme of perfection in Celery—of creamy-white color, ideal size and perfect shape. It is alike profitable either for market or family use. There is no waste in preparing it for the table. M. M. Gangwer, of Stockertown, Pa., writes: “highly prize your Perfected Kalamazoo Celery It is the grandest of Celeries.’’ Icontrol the entire product of this strain ofseed. Send to Buckbee for the choicest stock seed Pkt, 4c.; oz, 12c.; 2 oz. 23c.; 14 1b. 45c.; 14 Ib. 80c.; Ib. $1.50, r
Perfection Heartwell—A fine flavored, crisp and tender variety. The plants are a little smaller than the Crawford's Half Dwarf, anda little later in maturing. ‘The stalks are medium sized, round, very soljd, crisp ahd tender, and of exceedingly fine and nutty flavor. A. L. Holbrook, Minooka, Grundy County, IIl., writes: “I have planted large quantities of your seed, and EVERY SEED GROWS. _Ishall recommend your seed to my friends.”” PKt. 3c.;0Z. 12c.; 2 0z. 22c.; % lb. 40c.; % 1b. 70¢.; 1b. $1.25.
Soup, or Cutting Celery—This variety is adapted to sowing thick in rows and cutting when3 or 4 inches high to use for soup flavoring. It canbe cut repeatedly and will furnish a succession throughout the season, Pkt. 3c.; 0Z.10c.; 2 0Z. 20c.; % Ib. 30c.; % 1b. 56c.; 1b. $1.00.
Celery Seed for Flavoring—Oz. 5c.; 20z. 8c.; % 1b. 12c.; %1b.20c.; 1b. 30c.
BUCKBEE HAS MADE CELERY AN ESPECIAL STUDY. HIS SEED IS THE BEST.
Cultur Sow the seed at the same season and give the same treatment as common Celery. Transplant
sary to earth up or “handle” it. After the roots have attained a diameter of 2 inches or over, they will be fitfor use. To keep the same throughthe winter, pack in damp earth or sand and put in the cellar, or leave out of doors, covering with earth and straw, like beets or carrots.
Turnip-Rooted--The root of this variety is turnip-shaped and tender, having a sweeter taste
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
ES SELF-BLANCH- Ben CHUHRY ine varinrins. WHITE PLUME —Self-Blanching.
HIS sort is too widely known to require an extended description. We wil! only say that we havenot yet found a Celery that is as early and of as good a flavor, crisp and tender as our selection of thissort. Combined with these important points areits seli-blanching qual- ities, which render it one of the most valuablesorts. Where a fine appearing Celery-at a min- imum amount of labor is the object, this variety will give entire satisfaction. An improved White Plume is being offered, but careful comparison of it with our stock fails to show that it is equal to that we offer. We sell, every year, large quantities of this seed to market garden- ers, who find it uniformly white and free from green or hollowstalks. It is not asgooda keeper as our Golden Heart, but it is unsurpassed for fall and winter use, and it is the earliest Celery known. PKt.4c.; oz.12c.; 2 oz. 22c.; 4 lb. 40c.; 341b.75c.; lb. $1.40,
NEW PINK PLUME—Self-Bianching.
The stalks of this magnificent new Celery are clear, creamy white, shaded with a beauti- fu] delicate pink. In flavor it is sweeter than any other, all red Celery having a stronger “Oelery” flavor, and is preferred by Celery lovers wherever known. The foliageis white, like the White Plume, and the plants bleachnaturally. It has the long keeping qualities for which red Celeries are noticeable, and the faint tint of pink makes it wonderfully attractive for table use. It has no tendency to rust, and owing to its white tops matures and blanches asearly as White Plume. Pkt. 4c.; 0z.12c.; 2 oz. 22c.; 4% lb. 40c.; 4 1b. 75c.; 1b. $1.25.
DON’T FAIL THIS YEAR. PLANT BUCKBEE’S
SELF-BLANCHING CELERY.
CELERIAC, or TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY.
German, ENOLLEN-SELLERIE, French, OELERI-RAVE, E
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e, the young plants to moist, rich soil, in rows 2 feet apart and 6 inches in the row. Give thorough cultivation. As the roots are the edible portion of this vegetable it is not neces-
and stronger flavor thanother varieties. It is used principally for seasoning meats and soups. Pkt. 3c.; oz.10c.; 2 oz.16c.; 4% 1b. 30c.; 4 lb. 50c.; lb. 90c.
Dear Sir: $ f Large-Rooted Smooth Prague—An im- Your seeds gave good satisfaction. You sent very full packages and they grew
proved form of theturnip-reoted Celery, pro- ducing large and smooth roots, which are
good. Lam glad to send you my order almost round, and with very few side roots.
Ehis year. Yours truly, Plants vigorous, with large, deep green Jay VaN BENSHOTEN. foliage. Pkt. 4c.; oz.12c.; 2 02. 22¢.3
Dunraven, Delaware Co., N. Y. 14 1b. 40c.; 14 1b. 7Gc.; lb. $1.25.
THH WORLD-BEATING CUCUMBERS
Without Question the Preferable Varieties for Pickling, Market, Table and Family Use. ~
GU CUM BE: Rickiantncce. NEW ALASKA.
EAUTIFUL in shape and color and of the finest quality. An entirely new and distinct sort developed by ourselves through very careful selection, aiming to secure the best
possible table Cucumber. The vine is vigorous and productive and comes into full bearing very early.
w Rockford Pickle.
wiitHour a doubt the culminating tri- umph of Cucumber introductions, Itig unquestionably the best Cucumber for pickles, and is used almost exclusively by pickle factories throughout the country. The , } Eruitis of medium size, wonderfully even in OM fe ie MEM Ni te growth, slightly pointed at bothends, Extra he Uf. ey eas i . parly, and the whole crop can be depended upon tc make fine-shaped pickles. Color deep green; begins to set its fruit when quite young. You will find this variety valuable for slicing also, being of fine flayor. Pkt. B 10c.; 0Z 15¢.; 2 07. 25c.; % lb. 35c.;
FINE FOR ALL PURPOSES.
Chas. Bolles, Lake Helen, Fla., writes: ‘‘Your Alaska Cu. cumberisawonder. The fruit is the handsomest that I ever Saw, fine shape and remained green longer than any other variety.
DOUBTLESS YOU HAVE! If not, you should inelude in your order this year Buckbee’s Beefsteak Tomato, Buckbee’s Early Sunrise Sweet Corn, New Field Corn, Wonder- ful Strawberries, Rambler Roses, Monte Cristo Water Melon,Century Cabbage, Ponderosa Lemon. All of these are truthfully described and illustrated on outside and inside cover pages of this book.
CUCUMBER SEED IS VERY SCARCE THIS YEAR.
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Our crop cf Cucumber Seed is very short.
After our Own Growth Seed is gone, we shall have no more to offer. # @ 4 #
German, Gurke; Trench, Concombre; Spanish, Cihombro; Swedish, Guarka, One ounce for 50 hills. Two to three pounds in hills per acre.
CULTUR Cucumber growing for seed is one of my great spe-
cialties. No single grower has so large an acreage asI. Growing for the largest trade, my stocks have reached a height of perfection which I think is unequaled by any strain extant. Cucumbers thrive best on warm, rich, sandy loam; the richer the land the better. Do not plant in the open ground until there is a prospect of settled wurm weather. Plant in hills about 4 feet apart each way. When all danger from insects is past, thin out the plants, leaving four of the strongest to each hill. The fruit should be gathered when large enough, whether required for use or not, for if left (o ripen on vines it destroys their productiveness.
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I can supply the following standard varieties of Cucumbers, which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the following prices:
Pkt. Oz. 2%6z. 1%4 Ib. 14 Ib. Ib. Improved Long Green....... 4c, ldc, 28c, 50c. 90c. $1.75 Evergreen or Extra Long Wihitem Spine 8s .\...c icles 8c. 12c, 22c, 40c, 70c. $1.25 Hill’s Forcing White Spine. 8c, 12c. 22c, 40c. 70c. $1.25 Early Prolific Short Green or Early Frame. sees 4c, 120, 22c, 40c. 7%0c. $1.25 Jersey Pickling 43, 15c. 28c. 50c, 80c. $1.50 Early Russian.. 3c. 12c. 22c, 40c. 70c. $1.25 Marlyse CMUSteTists cvie svereress 5 4c. 12c, 22c. 40c, 70c. $1.25 Improved Chicago. Pickle.... 4c, 12c. £2c. 40c. 0c. $1.25 Nichol’s Medium Green...... 3c. 12c, 22c, 40c.' 70c. $1.25 Boston Pickling or Green EVOL Ose ct atone sicieieieste 4c. 15c. 28c, 50c. 80c. $1.50 Arlington Improved __ Early ‘White Spine.......... 4¢., lic. 28c, 50c, 80c. $1.50 Peerless White Spine:.....4..4c. 150, -28c,°50c, 80c. $1.50 Cool. and Crisp... ...'. «2% aes 40. *15e07. 28, 750c. “80c, $1.50 Fordhook Pickle........0:... 4c.. Idec.) 28c..'50ce. 80c. $1.50 New Emerald.........+ sse- 4c, 15c, 28c.--50c. 80c, $1.50 BISMAT Ck Waeterecel viele arete-alaveiele,ets 8c. 10c, 20c. 30c. 55c. $1.00 Buckbee’s Monarch White Spine—<After being tried throughout the entire country, this variety has not been found wanting in any single point. I am confident that it will always hold the high- est position, being of handsome growth, good length, very early },
and prolific, extremely productive, quite hardy and retains its light green, color permanently after being picked. Always of delictous flavor: and tmusually tender and crisp. Superior for pickling purposes., w 28.5; OZ 1l5c.; 2 oz, 28c.; %4 lb. 50c.; -
“VY 1b, 90c.; Ib. $1075, >
Ss grand, good early variety of my own introduction more than pleased all who have tried it. Has no ‘thick ends, of rich, hixuriant growth, an abundant yielder, has beautiful fruit and always good, even shape. In flavor it has no superior; always tender and crisp, You_should not fail to try it. Pkt. 5c.; 0z, 15c.; 2 oz, 28c.; 14 Ib. 50c.3 % Ib. 80c.; 1b. $1.50.
New Giant Pera—One of the largest long green Cucumbers. Skin perfectly free from spines; flesh--crisp and white. Pkt, 4c.; 0z._15c.; 2 oz. 28c.; %4 lb, 50c.; % 1b, 80c.; lb, $1.50.
New Early Siberian—This has proved to be the earliest sort in cultivation, producing Cucumbers 5 inches long in about fifty-five 7% cpa 4c.3 oz. 12c.3; 2 oz. 22c.; %4 Ib. 40c.; 14 Ib, 70c.;
Buckbee’s New Extra Early Long Green—Produced by selection from Long Green. Vines vigorous and productive, forming fruit fit for the table nearly as early as the shorter sorts. Fruit grows about 12 inches long, firm and crisp. The young fruit makes the best pickles, and when ripe are preferable to any for sweet pickles. We offer a carefully selected strain, uniform- ly long and of good form, with the large warts and spines well distributed over the surface instead of being clustered at one and ae 5c.; 0Z, 18c.; 2 oz. 35c.; 1% 1b, 60c.; % Ib $1.10;
Thorburn’s New Everbearing—The merit of this variety is in the fact that the vines produce fruit continuously until killed by frosts. They exhibit at the same time Cucumbers in every stage of growth, but invariably of perfect form, even--when quite small.. The fruit is of fine green color and very desirable for eae Bee Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 12c.; 2 oz. 22c.; %4 lb. 40c.; 1% lb. 70c.;
A packet of Cucumber Seed contains from 200 to 300 seeds, except Rollinson’s Telegraph, which contains 25 seeds.
New Ivory King—fruit large, clear white, very crisp, tender and of excellent flavor. Splendid for home garden, and the best white skinned variety. Pkt, 5c.;/0z,°10c.; 2 oz, 18c.; %4 Ib. 30c.3 % lb. 55c.; 1b, $1.00,
New Japanese Climbing Cucumber—The vines are of good, healthy, vigorous growth, with rich,’ dark green foliage, and throw out strong, grasping tendrils, which enable it to climb trellises, wire netting, brush or any other suitable support. It comes into. bearing quickly. and continues abundantly throughout the season, While- the climbing habit enables the fruit to grow perfectly straight; from 12 to 18 inches in length. The Cu- ecumbers are thick, tender and of delicate’ flavor. Flesh pure white. Are of good quality, and when young make attractive Rice es Ft. 5c.; 0Z, 15c.; 2 oz. 28c.; 1%4 lb. 50c.; 14 1b, 90c.; lb, 75,
New Parisian Prolific Pickling—The Paris Pickling is decidedly the
= ) best of all in quality for pickling. The fruit is of an unusually copyr}ont i We Goad I dark green color, so deep that no coloring matter is necessary
Bee ear: = A “Zi in preparing thein for the pickling market. Very crisp and ten-
HW.BU(KBCE POY Signed ( ied ab 4c.; oz, 15c.; 2 oz 28c,; %4 lb. 50c.; % 1b. 90c.;
! Snake or Serpent—The illustration very well represents their shape. They attain a good size and the quality is very good. Raised mostly for curiosity and exhibition purposes and always attract attention. Pkt. 3c.3; oz. 10c.; 2 oz, 20c.;-14 lb. 30c,
West India Gherkins—Used exclusively for pickling. Small, oval- shaped, prickly fruit. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 22c.; %4 lb. 40c.
Rollison’s True Telegraph—Grown exclusively for forcing pur-
= poses, for which use it has no equal. Pkt, 15c,
BUCKBEE’S CUCUMBERS LEAD THE WORLD AS MONEY MAKERS.
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Harlier than the Cory. Thousands of my customers who planted ‘‘First of All’ in 1902 speak in the highest praise of this incomparable Sweet Corn. Thousands of comparative tests made by Sweet Corn experts throughout the country as well as at Rockford Seed Farms have proven it to be from three days to a week earlier than Cory, making it very desirable, not only for family gardens, but an especial boon to market gardeners who desire to have the first Sweet Corn in market, and thereby receive the top-notch prices. The illustration, engraved from a photograph of an average ear, reduced in size, shows the form of the ears. which are of good size, well filled with large grains to the very tip. Many of the ears contain from 10 to 12 rows, while the Cory generally has only 8 rows. In habit of growth it excels all other early varieties, being stocky and exceptionally vigorous. The quality js Most superior. very excellent and surpassingly sweet. You cannot help being pleased by planting ‘‘Buckbee’s Best of All,’ Postpaid, Pkt. &c,; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; at. 30c. At Buyer's Expense, % bu. 60c.;
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After years of careful selection, I am able to offer you the best early Sweet Corn on the market. The demand for this certainly ‘'Best of All’’ varieties exhausted my stock early in the season again last year. Owing to the very favorable growing season the past year, I am in hopes to have enough to go all aronnd this year. Yet from the heavy advance orders that we have had on this variety, I cannot too strongly urge you to order early and make sure of your supply. Buckbee’s ‘‘Best of All’’ is of exceptionally stocky growth, and on abundant and satisfactory yielder; ears of exceptionally good size, and of a perfect color, kernels very broad and by far the sweetest, richest, whitest and most tender of any early variety. Not only is it valuable for family uses, but for early nm:arket and shipping purposes it is also in the lead. Mr. Crane, one of the most prominent Sweet Corn specialists, writes: ‘‘Gave Buckbee’s ‘Best of All’ a fair trial, and
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This Sweet Corn as now improved is the best for main crop. The illustration distinctly shows the formation and depth of grains and the | manner in which they are set on the cob, which is small in comparison to the size of the ears, making this strain of Stowell’s Evergreen Sweet Corn the most preferable variety ever offered for main crop. For table use the quality of Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen Sweet Corn cannot be excelled. lt is very tender, sugary, and remains a long time in condition suitable for cooking: coming into market at a time when the main crops are being sold, these are very important conditions. For canning purposes Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen Sweet Corn will prove most satisfactory; its large ears, with long, slender grains, make by far the most saleable canned corn, and it out-yields all other varieties. Many of my customers who made trials of this splendid Sweet Corn_the past year, report yields of over 200 bushels of ears per acre. You cannot possibly be disappointed by planting Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen. My price to one and all as Jong as stock seed lasts: Postpaid, Pkt, 8c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 30c. At Buyer’s Expense, % bu. 60c.; 14 bu. $1.00; % bu. $1.80; bu. $3.50.
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My Sweet Corn is unsurpassed, is all my own growth, grown from the n ; It is grown so far north that it is adapted to any section of the country, and surpasses in earli- The earlier varieties should be planted as soon as the ground is nicely
dried, carefully cured and cared for.
ness and productiveness that offered by any other seedsman.
settled in Spring or about the same time as field corn is planted. the skin of the grain breaks at the The quality is inferior if it is a few days too old or too young.
and immediately before planting, shallow cultivation until
picked in just the right condition, that is, when mace frequently enough always to haye a supply at this stage.
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Remember that I prepay charges by the half-pint, pint and quart. more will be shipped by freight or express at purchaser’s expense,
FIRST EARLY VARIETIES.
New Metropolitan—One of the very earliest, best and sweetest early Sweet Corn. Big yielder, grows 5% feet high; ears 9 inches long. 10 to 12 rowed. General favorite for all purposes. Pkt. 6c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c,
Kendall’s New Large Early Giant—Very productive; ears large and long; 10 to 12 rowed. Kernels white, sweet and tender. Very desirable for both market and family purposes. Sells well in any market. Pkt. 6c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 28c,
Extra Early Cory—Certainly one of the most popular and best early varieties, only excelled in earliness by ‘‘Buckbee’s First of All.”” Those that desire a first-class early sort can make no mistake in planting the Cory. Pkt, 5c.; % pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c.
Mammoth Early White Cob Cory—Selected for white cob and white kernels from the original and earliest Cory. For a strictly first-class early, for first market and home use, you will be delighted with Early White Cob Cory. Pkt. 5c.; \% pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c,
Extra Early Adams—While not a Sweet Corn, this ts a tender white Corn for table use. Dwarf stalk, small ears, hardy; can be planted earlier than any Sweet Corn. Pkt. 5c.; % pt. 8c.; pt. 15¢e.; qt. 25c.
Early Minnesota—This popular variety is one of the best early sorts for the market, and the private garden. By careful selection we have developed a stock which is remark- ably pnifonn and in which all the good qual- ities that are so popular are intensified, A BA . or . 15c.; qt. 25c, red eeasne Hae ee
Ballard’s Farly Chicago Market—Strong, producing a reliable stand, having ears in great abundance of the finest quality. Desirable for market gardeners and very valuable for the family garden. Symmetrical growth, good yield and fine quality place it in a very enviable position. Mr. George R. Hill, a well- known Chicago market gardener, says: ‘‘Your strain of Ballard’s Chicago Market Corn suits me to a ‘T.’ Would plant no other for our _use.’’ Pkt. 5c.; 4% pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25e.
Early Crosby—A most excellent variety, remarkably early and of the best flavor. Ears of medium size, 12 or more rowed, grain very thick and sweet. This is the sort so largely grown in Maine for canning, and it is the use of this variety, rather than any peculiarity of the soil that has given Maine Sweet Corn its reputation for quality. Pkt, 5c.; % pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c,
MEDIUM EARLY VARIETIES.
New Honey Sweet—An exceptionally fine variety for second early use. The husks and stalks being of a deep red color, the corn itself is of a beautiful creamy white color, and has the deepest grains, smallest cob of any known variety. Productive, fine quality. Pkt, 6c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 28c,
Perry’s Hybrid—Another yery popular eastern variety. Stalks of medium height, bearing two large, 12 or 14 rowed ears, which often have a red or pink cob; grain medium size, cooking very white and tender. Pkt. 5c,; 1% pt. 8c.; pt, 15c.; qt. 25c,
stocky grower, always
French, Mais; Spanish, Maiz;
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Don’t Fail to Include this Truly Won- deriul Sweet Corn in Your Order,
Swedish, Majas-Sot,
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Moore’s Early Concord—Produces its large, handsome, 14 to 16 rowed ears very low on the stalks and comes into use after Perry’s Hybrid. An excellent sort either for canning factory or the garden. Pkt. 5c.; 42 pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c,
Black Mexican—Although the ripe grain is black, or bluish black, the Corn, when in condition for table, cooks remarkably white and is very tender. Desirable for family_use, and does especially well for the second early in the south. Pkt. 5c.; % pt, 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c,
Potter’s Excelsior, or Squantum—One of the sweetest varieties and is largely used for market and canning. A great favorite and is wonderfully productive. This is the variety used almost exclusively at the famous Rhode Island clambakes, which is sufficient evidence of its quality. Pkt. 5c.; 4% pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 25c.
Amber Cream—A strong. vigorous grower of medium season; stalks 7 feet high, with dark foliage; ears of large size (10 to 14 inches long) with deep kernels; very rich, sugary, and when fit for table use a handsome white. The dry ker- nels are amber colored and shriveled. Pkt. 5c.: 1% pt. 8c.; pt. 15c.; at. 25c.
Everbearing—The ears are of good size and covered with kernels clear to the end of the cob. The husks and staiks are of a red color; each stalk will produce one to two well developed ears; now if these are picked When mature, one to two and even four more ears will set and develop on the same stalk during the next two to four weeks. Three or four dozen hills will supply a good sized family for weeks. Pkt, 6c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt. 28c.
LATE OR MAIN GROP VARIETY.
Country Gentleman-—Ears of full size, retaining all the delicious sweetness and qualities of Ne Plus Ultra. Three to five ears to a pee small cob, sweet, tender. Pkt. 6c.; % pt, 10c.; pt. 15c.;
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2 Buckbee’s Hickox—Popular wherever known. One to two weeks earlier than Evergreen. Large, attractive ear; has a white cob and grain and remains in condition fer use a long time. Best sort for drying and canning. Pkt. 6c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt, 280.
Stowell’s Evergreen—The standard main crop. Hardy and pro- ductive, very tender and sugary, remaining a long time ig condition suitable for boiling. Sown at the same time as earlier Corns, will supply the table until October. Pkt. 5c.; 4% pt. 10c,; pt. 15c.; qt. 28c.
Mammoth—Produces the largest ears of any variety, a single ear often weighing two or three pounds. Of excellent quality, it is sweet, tender and @elicious. Pkt. 5c.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 15c.; qt, 28c,
I can also supply the following standard and new varieties of Sweet Corn, which are too well knewn to need description, at the uniforn rate of Pkt. 5c.3 half pt. 8c.3 pt. 15c.3 qt. 25c.
Extra Early Sheffield, Tpproved Ruby, Old Colony, Egyp- tian, Extra Early Vermont, Early Marblehead, Improved Shoe Peg, Early Adams or Gurlington, Ne Plus Ultra, Sta- bler’s Early, Washington, Bonanza, Shaker’s Large Early, Rockford Market. Zig Zag Evergreen,Sw’t Corn for Fodder
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\ [| ANY pronounce it as good as the genuine, and it has been superseding, in a great measure, store coffee as fast as its merits become known. It is the
poor man’s friend and the rich man’s delight. It is certainly the best berry to mix in with other coffee I ever saw; Lalf and half will produce a drink oR claimed by many to be equal to a good cup of Rio. Itis the hardiest, easiest raised and most productive of any plant Leversaw. While growing, it is a perfect sight to behold. See coffee cut, which does not exaggerate its wonderful productiveness. It matures early as corn, and does well on every kind of soil. You can raise your own coffee for one cent a pound. Ground and fed to milch cows, it makes the richest and yellowest butter everseen. It is as easily raised as corn or beans, and is cultivated in the same way. Full directions on every packet. Parch and prepare like other coffee, and you will be surprised and delighted to find how good it is. My seed is genuine. I regret I have only room for the following among hundreds of testimonials: The Christian Advocate says: “It is one of the most wonderful discoveries of the age. We have never tasted anything so near genuine.” A. I. Root, publisher, says: ‘“T'he Coffee Berry is asuccess, and preferable to the real coffee, because I think it is more healthful.”” Buy at headquarters and avoid disappointment. Large packet, 5e.: 4% 1b.10c.; 14 Ib. 17c.; lb. 30c. $
This question is frequently asked me: ‘‘How are you able to sell Reliable Seeds so reasonably?’’ Because, when you order from H. W.Buckbee’s Rockford Seed Farms, Rockford Illinois, you are getting your seeds from the Grower, thus making sure of freshness and reliability and saving to you the Middleman’s Profit.
OP CORN should be found in every garden, especially if there are chil- dren to enjoy it during the long winter evenings which bring young people together for social amusement. It is a fact not generally
known that Pop Corn pops best when more than one year old, and that
when well popped it becomes twenty times its natural size; thas a quart and ahalf will make nearly a bushel of popped corn. In the illustration will
be seen a convenient “popper,’? which may be bought for a trifle from a
hardware store or easily made of wire netting. Did you ever try Pop Corn
as a money making crop? You will be surprised at the result. There is always a good market at a fair price, and if you plant my selected stock
seed, you will be able to sell your crop to planters in your vicinity at a
greatly advanced price.
New Striped, or Variegated—1—A fancy variety, very showy and of the best quality. Rather large ears filled out with clear, transparent, white kernels, beautifully striped with bright crimson. An early and
roductive variety, and one of great. beauty. A good popper. Pkt. c.; 4 pt.15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
Buckbee’s Snowball—2—The finest white variety in existence, belong- ing to the rice family, the best yielder and far in advance of any other variety, ears averaging 6 inches in length. Beautiful shape; the best popper. Pkt. 5c.; 4s pt.15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
New Red Beauty—3—Fine variety. The stalks grow 6 feet high and average 3 to 4 ears each, from 5 to 6 inches long and covered with large, rice-shaped kernels of a deep red color. Pkt. 5c.; 4% pt. 15e.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
Black Diamond—An excellent and desirable variety, curious on account of the color of its kernels, which are a peculiar black shade; magnificent rower; good yielder; pops white and very tender. Be sure totryit. Pkt. 5c.; & pt.15c.; pt. 25c. qt. 40c.
Oueen’s Golden—One of the very best and most prolific varieties grown.
~ Tts quality and handsome appearance when popped are very noticeable,
It pops perfectly white, and a single kernel will expand to a diameter
of nearly one inch. The stalks grow 6 feet high, and the large ears
are produced in abundance. Mr. Queen, the originator, says: “It is so far ahead of all others that I have seen or tried as to be beyond comparison in every respect, especially in yield, in sturdy growth, in size and in color when popped—being of a delicate golden yellow.”
Pkt. 5c.; 146 pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
Mapledale Prolific—This remarkable variety originated with Prof. R. L. Wetherell, of Davenport, Iowa, who states: ‘I selectedon my Mapledale Fruit Farm this year ten stalks with 121 ears, or_an average of 12 ears to the stalk, one stalk having 19 ears.” The stalks grow 6 feet high and the ears are all large in ee) with grains nearly clear
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SPECIAL OFFER For only 25c. I will send, prepaid, one 585 perfect kernels. Pops pure paper white, of fine quality. Be sure to liberal package each of the above six Pop Corns. inclndethis remarkable variety in your order for Pop Corn. Pkt. 5c,;
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CHICORY.
SPARAGUS CHICORY—Aside from its valuable qualities as an appetizing vegetable, it possesses such medicinal properties which should endear it to the hearts of every one, especially to those who have an exhausted constitution or weak nerves. It produces a large quan- tity of short stems, which, when cut, are produced again in ashorttime. ‘he benefit derived from the use of these stems, by persons troubled with stomach disease or weak digestion, is said to be remarkable. 1thas been recommended for this purpose by some of our best physicians, and is said by some to be asure cure fordyspepsia. Itcan be blanched and eaten rawthe same as celery, and is preferred by many to that delicious vegetable. It can be kept all winter in the cellar the same as celery. No garden complete without this valuable medicinal plant. Pkt. 10c.5 3 pkts. 25c.; oz. 30c.
CORN SALAD—Fetticus, or Lamb’s Lettuce.
This small Salad is used during the winter and spring months asa substitute for lettuce, and is also cooked and used like spinach: In warm weatherthe plants will mature in four to six weeks. Sow the seed inshallow drills, about 1 foot apart, during August and September, If the soil is dry itshould be firmly pressed over the seed in orderto secure prompt germination. On the approach of severe cold weather, cover with straw or coarselitter. The plants will also do wellifthe seed issown very early in the spring, and like most salad plants, are greatly improved if sown on very rich soil; indeed, the ground can scarcely be made too rich for them. Pkt. 2¢.; Oz. Gc.; 2 oz.10c.; }{ lb. 15c.; 44 lb. 25c.; lb. 40c.
ASPARAGUS CHICORY, CRESS.
German, KRESSE; French, CRESSON; Spanish, MAsTRUCO; Swedish, KRASSE.
New Upland Cress—Has the highly prized flavor of Water Oress. It is so hardy as to be green nearly the whole year, and is ready for use before any othersalad inspring. Its usage should be more general, as it is of us easy culture asspinach, It isa perennial plant, and can be grown for several years without renewal. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 40c.
Curled or Pepper Grass—This small salad is*much used with lettuce, to the flavor of which its warm, pungent taste makes a most agreeable addition. Theseed should be sown in drills about 16 inches apart, on very rich ground, and the plants well cultivated. It may be planted very early, but repeated sowings are necessary to secure a succession. Keep off insects by dusting with Pyrethrum Powder. Pkt. 2¢.; oz. é. +3 2 oz. 10c.; % lb. 15e.; \% Ib. 25c.; 1b. 40c.
True Water—Thisis quite distinct from the last, and only thrives when its roots and stems are submerged in water. Itis one of the most delicious of small salads, and should be planted wherever asuitable place canbe found. Theseedshould be sown and lightly covered in gravelly, mucky Jands, along the borders of small, rapid streams. The plants will need no subsequent culture, as under favorable conditions they increase very rapidly byselfi-sown seed andextension oftheroots.Pkt. 5€.3 OZ. 25C.3 2 OZ. 40C.5 1-41b. 75c.
HORSE RADISH.
This valuable vegetable is first grown by planting small lengths of roots called sets. Set out in April, small end down, the top 1 to 2 inches below the surface, in rich, well cultivated soil; forms large sized roots in one season’s growth. Before planting, the top of the set should be cut off slantingly bid aie tS decay from water resting on top. ice sets 15c. per doz.; 75c. per hundred, postpaid by mail-
KOHL RABI.
German, Kout Rabi; French, CHOURABE; Spanish, CALDE NuBo,
A vegetable intermediate between the cabbage and turnip, combining the flavor of KOHL RABI. both. Edible part is a turnip-shaped bulb formed by swelling of stem. When used for HORSE RADISH. the table this should be cut when quite small, as it is then very tender and delicate. Sow very early in Jight, rich soil, in drills 16 inches apart, and when well established thin to 6 inches apart in row. One or two plantings at intervals of 10 days will give a succession until hot weather comes, when they fail to grow well. Plant in July for fall use.
Early White Vienna— Early and small. Handsome white bulbs. Best early variety for table. Pkt. 4c.; oz. L5c.
GARLIC.
Early Purple Vienna—Nearly identical German, Knopiavucn; French, ATL.
with the last, except in color, which is bright urple, with the leaf stems tinged with purple kt. 3c.; oz. 12¢c.
DANDELION.
German, PARDEBLUME; French, PISSE-EN-LIT; Spanish, AMARGON; Swedish; SMORBLOMSTER.
A popular vegetable of the bulbous rooted family ,with astrong, penetrating odor. Pungent in its taste, and esteemed by many for flavoring soups, stews, etc. We frequently receive orders for Garlic seed, but can supply the bulbs only. | Prepare ground same as for onions. The roots are composed of many small bulbs called cloves, which are planted as early as possible in rows 8 inches apart and 4 inches apart in rows. Fine bulbs, 4% Ib. 8c.; 1% Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c.
FENNEL.
New Florence Celery Rooted—A desir- able variety from Italy, where, owing to its delight- ful sweet flavor, itis much preferred to celery. Thrives well in our climate, and is of easy culture, ct a QOultivate same as parsley. Sow early in spring. GARLIO. Pkt. bc.
ENDIV#E—Often Called Winter Lettuce.
This is one of the most refreshing of all autumn and wintersalais. Endive may be grown at Z any season of the year, but is more generally used late in the fall. Sow the seed in June or July in drills 14 inches apart, and when well established, thin the plants to 1 foot apart. When nearly full grown, tie out.r leaves together over the center in order to blanch the heart of the plant. By covering every few days, a succession may be kept up.
Improved Large Leaf—An improved variety, very early and largely cultivated for greens, or if blanched like celery makes a fine » and delicious salad. The roots when dried and roasted are often employed as a substitute for coffee. Sow in May or June and cultivate during the summer, and the following spring the leaves will be fittocut. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 20c.
\ New Moss Curled—Very fine variety, growing considerably denser and having the leaves \ much finer cut than the Green Curled yariety; in fact, the whole plant is more compact. When well blanched it makes a very attractive appearance. Pkt. 3c.; OZ. 7c.; 2 OZ 12¢.; % Ib.
20c.; 4 lb. 35c. LEEK.
German, LAucH; French, PorREAv. Tn.
Sow the seed and care for young plants the same as for onions. FF,
New Flag—tThe variety more cultivated in this country than any other. Is hardy and of Sz good quulity. kt. 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz 12c.; \% lb. 20c.; 1% lb. 35c.; lb. 65e. ‘
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tomatoes, it can well take the place of meat in the summer and fall. Did you know that Egg Plant growing was one of the most profitable crops? Many growers clear $200 to $500 per acre. Theseed germinates slowly, and should be started in strong heat, for in this, as in all sub-tropical plants, it is of importance to secure a rapid and continuous growth from the first, as the plants never recover from a check received when young.
When the plants have formed two rough leaves, transplant to 2 or 3 inches apart. Keep the bed FAQTES
et EGG PLANT should be grown in every garden, for it is one of the most delicious vegetables. Sliced and fried in batter, and served with raw
closed and very warm, shading from the direct rays of the sun, and giving abundance of water
until the ground is warm, and all danger, not only from frost, but until cold nightsare past; then |t/ LE harden off the plants by gradual] exposure to the sun and air and decrease the supply of water. (GS
Then carefully transplant into the open ground, setting the plants 214 feet apart. If needed, 7
shade the young plants ; a rich harvest will reward your care.
Buckbee’s New Large Purple—1—Better variety than New York Purple; large size and high quality of fruit, and its extreme productiveness makes it the most profitable to grow; plants large, spreading. Foliage light green. Fruit very large, oval or short; pear-shaped; skin deep purple; flesh pearly white. Plantsripen 2 to 6 largefruits. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 25c.3 2 0z. 40c.; lb. 75e.
Black Pekin—2—Very early, of large size. Prolific and desirable for market gardener’s use; fruit nearly round; skin smooth, dark and glossy; flesh white and fine grained. Pkt. 4c.3 OZ. 25¢c.; 2 ov. 40c.; 4% 1b. 70c.
Buckbee’s New White Egg Plant—3—This variety, offered now for the first time, is without a doubt the preferable by far of all to grow either for market, family and shipping pur- poses. Produces much larger fruit and is more productive than the New York Purple. The flesh is moretender and flavor more delicate than purple varieties. Do not confound this with Old Large White or other varieties. I control the entire stock. Pkt. 5c-; oz. 25c.; 2 oz. 40c.; 4 1b. 75e-
Extra Large Long Purple—4—One of the earliest and most productive varieties; fruit long, dark, rich purple and of fine quality. Sure to give the best of satisfaction for all purposes. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 15c.; 2 oz. 25c.; 4 lb. 45e.
Large New York Purple—Largs, round or oval; of excellent quality; highly esteemed in market. Pkt. 4c.; oz.15c.3 2 oz. 28c.; 4% lb. 50c.
ml Tomato Egg Plant—A very great curiosity. Vine has every appearance of an Egg Plant,
TOMATO EGG PLANT.
but bears a bright red, solid tomato, as shown in the engraving. It yields as high as 60 beautiful tomatoes to asingle plant. Do not fail to try this magnificent wonder. Itisagem. Pkt. 5c.
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HERBS—Sweet, Pot and Medicinal.
NDISPENSABLE to the cook, useful in the sick room, and many kinds fine for perfuming clothing, etc. Herbsin general love a mellow and free soil, and care should be taken in prop- erly harvesting them inadry state. The chief points are to cut them on a dry day, when not
quite in full bloom, and to dry them quickly in the shade, and when dry pack in dry boxes, kee ing them entirely excluded from the air. The varieties marked with an asterisk [*] are SS and when once obtained in the garden, may be preserved for years with but little care.
Anise—Used for cordials, garnishing and flavoring. Pkt. 3c.; oz.10c.
*Balm—Leaves have a fragrant odor. Used for making a pleasant beverage Known as Balm Wine; also for Balm Tea for usein fevers. PKt. 3c.; oz. 20c.
Basil, Sweet—Leaves used for flavoring soups and seasoned dishes. PKt. 3c.; oz. 15c.
Borage—Leaves used for flavoring and the flowers furnish bee pasture. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 10c.
*Catnip—Leaves and young shoots are used forseasoning; also used as a mild nervine for infants. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 30c.
*Caraway—Seeds used for flavoring bread, pastry, candy, etc. PKt. 3c.; oz. 7c.
Coriander—Used in the manufacture of liquors, confectionery, etc. PKt.3c.; oz. 6c.
Dill—Seeds nsed as a condiment and also for pickling cucumbers. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 6c.
*Fennel, Sweet—Leaves ornamental; are boiled for fish sauce. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 10c.
*Hyssop—Isa stimulant, and used forasthma and chroniccatarrh. PKt. 3c.; oz. 15c.
*Horehound—Leaves used for seasoning and making cough medicine. PKt. 3c.; oz.15c.
*Hop Seed—Pkt. 25c.; oz. $1.50.
*Lavender—An aromatic medicinalherb. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 10c.
Marjoram, Sweet—Leaves and shoots used forseasoning. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 10c.
Poppy, Opium—tThe plant from which opium is manufactured. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 25c.
Pennyroyal—Truesort. Particularly suited for planting in rock work. Pkt. Sc.
Pot Marigold—A very pretty and useful plant. Pkt. 3ce.; oz. 15c.
*Rosemary—Ornamental herb. Leaves used for seasoning. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 20c.
*Rue—For medicinal purposes. Good forcoldsandcroup. PkKt. 3c.; oz. 15c.
Saffron—Used in coloring certain dishes; also for flavoring. Pkt. 3c.; 0z.10c.
*Sage—Extensively used for seasoning and dressing. Pkt. 3c.; oz.10c.; % lb. 35c.3; 5 1b. 65c.; lb. $1.25.
Savory, Summer—Leaves and flowers are used in flavoring sodas Pkt. 3c.; oz. 10c.
*Savory, Winter—Leaves and youngshoots used in flavoring. kt. 5c.; oz. 20c.
*Tansy—For medicinaluse. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 30c.
Thyme—Leaves and young shoots used for seasoning. Pkt. 3e.; oz. 20c.
Wormwood—Used medicinally. It is also beneficial to poultry. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 20c.
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New Gay den Lemon—Certainly one of the greatest novelties of recent introduction. Resemblesvine peach in mannerof growth, butis distinct in that the unripe fruit is striped with very dark green spots, nearly black, and when ripe is not russeted like the vine peach. Fruit of shape shown in illustration, a trifle smeller than vine peach. Has a finer flesh ond most desirable acid flavor, thus dispensing with sliced lemon, which is so important in putting up thevine peach. Unexcelled for
eneral canning purposes. Cultivate similar to musk melons, in hills F tect apart each way. It issuch an enormous yielder that it will prove a yery profitable crop to grow for market purposes, and will give un- Roane satisfaction for all family uses. Truestock seed. Pkt. 10c.; oz. 25e,.
The Mango Melon, or Vegetable Peach—Another splendid novelty of late introduction, very striking in color, most wonderful yielder. (See engraving from nature of a single plant in above illustration.) Vines of each of the above are somewhat smaller than the musk melon vine, though requiring same cultivation, Fruitis about the size of an orange, orange shaped, and a bright orange-yellow color, somewhat russeted. For sweet pickles, pies or preserving they are splendid. In the west and northwest, where fruit is scarce, they are rapidly becom- ing popular, asthey are easily cultivated, enormously productive and can be used in every way as the peach, except that they are not eariteas sweet. You will certainly be pleased with it. Pkt. 10c.; Oz 25c.
SPECIAL OFFER—For only 165c. I wiil send One Liberal Packet each of these Two Wondrous Novelties.
WILD CUCUMBER VINE.
the same place. Sureto please you. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 15c.
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Hercules Club—Enormous, long club-shaped fruit, curious and at the same time exceedingly useful to useinstering various articles, asthe fruit is hard shelled and lasts for yearsin perfect condition. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 10c.
New Japanese Climbing—This beautiful climber, with its handsome cut-leaved foliage, is one of the most remarkable and novel climbers of rapid growth. Ofeasy culture, bearing most profuscly odd and attractive fruit about the size of the cherry, light greenir color, striped with white. Tryit. Pkt. 5c.
Dipper—Another useful gourd that, as ite fruit is ligh’ and strong and ides not rust, rot or heat easily, isjust right tousein dipping hot liquids, soap, eto., besides being useful for birds’ nests, fancy hanging baskets, etc. They hold froma pinttoaquartanda-halfeach. Pkt.3c 0z.12c.
True Nest Egg—Resembling in color, shape and size the eggs of hens. Do not crack, will last for years and make the best of nest eggs. Rapid grower and good climber, extremely ornamental and useful for covering screens, etc. Boys can make lots of money growing this gourd and selling them to the neighbors for nest eggs. Try this interesting and useful variety. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 12c.
The quickest climber for arbors, trellis, fences, etc., known. suffers from the heat, but retains its fresh and lively green colors, and what is of prime importance, hardly affected by warm or cold, hot or dry weather, and is never infested with insects.
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New Japanese Dish Cloth, or Luffa—Ornamenta! enough for a house vine, and fruit is very useful. Vines grow large and robust, with large, luxuriant dark green leaves and really handsome, large crimped flowers of arich golden-yellow. Fruit enormous, 2 feet in length, and borne in great profusion. The lining of mature fruit, when washed and bleached, is porous, tough, elastic, sponge-like, making the nicest, cleanest substitute for dish cloths and bathsponges imaginable, besides being useful for various articles of fancy work. Start ear)y and plant out in hills wade very rich and mellow. Pit. 4c.; oz. 12¢.
Sugar Trough—Enormons, hard-shelled fruit, holding from 3 to 10 vallons cach, and as they never rust orrot, and are very light and strong, are just right to use as receptacles for lard, sult, seed corn, soap, etc., or to use as nesting boxes, etc. They last for years. Pkt. 4c.; oz 10c.; % lb. 30c.
New Serpent—A beautiful climbing variety of easy culture, heavy foliage and serving as the best shade. None better for climbing purposes, Pkt. Be.
Finest Mixed—Combining in the largest mixture the most curious, in- teresting and useful of the entire Gourd family. Forms may be varied by tying strings around the young fruit or by enclosing the same in a carved mold while growing, thus stamping on its surface any desired figures or letters that may be carved on the mold. Start seed early and transplant. Give them a sunny place and plenty of water. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; % lb. 20c.
SPECIAL OFFER-—I will send One Package each of the 8 varieties of Gourds offered on this page for only 25c
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New and Surprisingly
German, LaTTIOn-SALAT; French, LAITUE; Spanish, LrEcHuGA; Swedish, LAKTUE.
1 oz. of Lettuce will sow a row 100 feet long. 3 to 4 lbs. will sow an acre.
CULTURE Lettuce should growrapidly,
and to attain this end it should be sown in a rich, thoroughly-prepared soil. For early crop sow under glass from November to February, and thin out as necessary to prevent crowd- ing. Keep ata moderate heat, and give all the air and 7 light possible. For early out-of-door culture start plants in the fall, protecting them as needed with frames or coarse cotton, or start under glass from Jan- uary to March, and harden off before setting in the open ground, which should be done as soon as the ground and weather will permit. For general crop sow out of doors as early in the spring as the ground can be worked, in drills 18 inches apart, and thinthe young plantsto 4 inches apart in the row. As the plants begin to crowd, thin them outas required. In this way a much longer succession of cuttings may be had from the same ground. Sow at intervals of from 2 to 3 weeks throughout the summer for a continuous crop. In this, as in every other garden crop, thorough cultivation is essential. We make a careful trial of the various varieties of Lettuce, both old and new, each season, and feel sure that our list embraces all the kinds that are necessary to give a constant supply of the best quality that can possibly be grown.
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NEW ASPARAGUS
LETTUCE.
Buckbee’s Ice Drumhead—lItgrows very rapidly and heads extremelyearly; the heads are nearly as solid as cab- bage. The outer leaves are at the first tinged with brownish red, changing toward the center of the head from a - beautiful golden yellow to a creamy white. Itisas palatable asit isbeauti- ful; very tender; never bitter and of a sweet buttery flavor. It surpasses in quality most varieties of Cabbage Let- tuce. Itisready for use from the time it is 8 inches across untilitrunstoseed, and is always crisp and tender. I con- trol the entire stock of this variety. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; % Ib. 30c.; 4 Ib. 55c.; lb. $1.00.
A Packet of Lettuce Seed contains from 2,000 to 3,000 seeds, or
New Iceberg—Quick growing and of exquisite flavor. The large, curly leaves which cover the outside of the solid heads are of bright, light green, with a slight reddish tinge ontheedges. They have small indents which are con- stantly filled with dew-drops, keeping it fresh and showing a remarkable crystalline appearance. We can con- fidently recommend the New Iceberg. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15¢.; \ lb. 25c.; % lb. 40c.; Ib. 75e.
BUCKBEE'S ICE DRUMHEAD.
Fine Varieties.
New Asparagus Lettuce—A distinct new variety, and is already one of the most popularsorts, made 60 not only on account of its original features, but also by its superior quality. The yonng leaves are crisp and tender, and are desirable forall Petrone purposes. When the leaves are large enough they can be stripped and the stems cooked like asparagus; makes a deli- cious dish. , Byall means try it. Pkt. 4¢.; oz. 8c.; 2o0z. 15c.; ¥ lb. 25c. >
Buckbee’s Superb—Finest of all early varieties and unusually good sized and solid; has little ten- dency toruntoseed. Wonderfully crisp, exception- ally tender, and above all delicious in flavor. Asa forcing variety ithasno superior. Excels asa family ormarketsort. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16¢.; 4 Ib. 30c.; 4% Ib. 55c.; Ib. $1.00.
Buckbee’s Earliest Forcing—For those who like a large, thin, exceedingly tender leaf,and for those markets which demand a large, loose cluster of leaves rather than a solid head, this is one of the best varie- ties for forcing out of doors. Plants large, forming a_ large loose head; light yellowish green in color. The large outside leaves are tender and of good quality. A long time in condition. I control the entire stock of thisvariety. Pkt. 5e.; oz.10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; & lb. 30c.; 4% Ib. 55c.; Ib. $1.00.
I can also supply the following new and standard varieties of Lettuce, which are too well known to require extended description, at the uniform price of Pkt. 3e.; oz. 7e.; 2 oz. anc i¢ Ib. 20c.; & Ib. 35c.; Ib.
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Simpson's Early Curled,
Improved Black Seed Simp- son,
Early Denver Market,
Improved Hanson,
Henderson’s New York Market,
Early Boston Market, or White Seeded Tennis Ball,
Early Black Seed Tennis Ball, : :
Granc Rapids Forcing,
Paris White Cos.
“BUCKBEE’S NEW QUEEN’—THE FAMOUS EARLY CABBAGE—SEE PAGE 19.
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Gold Nugget—Choice new variety; noted forits solidity and buttery flavor; quick grower, vory hard heading; leaves golden yellow; is very pro- ductive and fine flavored. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 0z. 15c.; 34 Ib. £5e.; 1g Ib. 40c.; Ib. 70c.
Early Prizehead—This old standard sort still stands at the head of the large, thin-leaved, clustering sorts. The very large leaves are savoyed or crimped, bright green, tinged with red, and are exceedingly tender, cr.sp and sweet, forming a large, loose head. Best for garden and market. Pkt, 4¢.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; \& lb. 25e.; 4% Ib. 40c.; lb. 5c.
Dwarf White Heart, or Celery Lettauce—Earliest in culti- vation and is the slowest to shoot to seed, The plants grow about 8 inches high and 4tofinchesacross. Outer leaves are we}) folded over, blanch- ing theinner leaves thoroughly with- outany “tying up’ or any artificial aid. Of stiff growth, every plant making a well-deve!oped head of the most excellont Zevor and crisp and tender. PKt. 5c.3 oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; % lb. 30¢.3 34 Ib. 5&c.; lh. $1.00.
Silver Ball—A remarkable va-
both for forcing and out-of-door cul- ture. The thick, light green leaves have so much sheen that they look silvery white in some lights; and the
Mignonette—A new Cabbage Lettuce. Entire plant measures only 7 inches across, while the heads are solid and compact. The outer leaves are richly colored with russet red and pretty bronze green, and the solid hearts are of a light creamy color. Is very hardy and fit for use five days after Boston Market; it is also long standing, excellent even for mid-summer.
Pkt. 6c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16¢c.; % lb. 30c.; 4% lb. 56c.; Lb.
Wonderful—Granp NEw Heap LeEt- A TUCE—A very large-head variety, excellent for furnishing fine, crisp, well-blanched Let- » tuce during the hot summer months, with- standing both heat and drouth to a marked Plants are rich dark green, fre- quently growing morethan15 inchesin diam- eter; the heads are proportionately large, tightly folded and the inner leaves blanched toapure white. It is mild and refreshing tothe taste. Heads stand for quite along time, even in hot summer, before running to seed. Pkt. 6c.; oz 10c.; 2 0z.16c.;3 % lb. 30c.; % 1b. 65c.; 1b. $1.00.
good sized head is of a most excel- lent quality. Pkt.:3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; 4% Ib.
WONDERFUL.
San Francisco Market, or the Deacon Lettuce—This magnifi- cent Dutter Lettuce is unsurpassed for family garden or for market. With The Deacon, even the amateur gardener canraise fine, solid, nicely blanched heads equal toany the market affords. It stands hot weather better than any other of therich butter varieties, and seldom becomes acrid in flavor even under the greatest summer heat. Plants grow quickly and make firm heads nearly as large and tight as a cabbage, there being but few outer leaves when the hoad isfu!lly grown. The heads are light green outside, while the inner blanched portion is beautiful cream yellow, of delicious, rich, buttery flavor. Itisthe result of more than forty years careful selection in the garden of a private family. Pkt. 4¢.3 0z. 8c.3 2 oz. 15¢c.; % lb. 25c.; 4% lb. 40c.; lb. 75c.
Tilton’s White Star—Of the Black Seeded Simpson type, but grows larger and more rapidly; hasa broader, thicker, darker colored leaf, less frilled ‘at the edge; forms a larger, more distinct and solid cen- tral cluster of leaves. Blanches per- fectly and is of excellent quality; plants remain long’ in condition for use before going to seed; good keeper when cut, owing to its thick leaves. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 0z.15c.3 \% Ib. 25c.; 1 lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.
Mammoth Black Seeded Butter—a strain of large, smooth- leaved head Lettuce, forming large, solid cabbage-like heads of thick, brittle leaves, inner ones becoming very white, tender and fine flavored.
40c.; lb. 70c
DWARF WHITE HEART,
Tomhannock—This Lettuce doesn’t head; makes a loose bunch of
leaves of very fine quality; forms a beautiful plant 10 to 12 inches high by 9
to 10 inches across; edges of outer leaves are a reddish bronze; within, the
leaves are almost white; very crisp and tender; it isa veryearly sort. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 0z.15c.; & lb. 25c.3 \ lb. 40c.; lb. 75e.
Big Boston—BeEst Mip-SEASON HEAD OR CaBBAGE LETTUCE—Very popular variety with gardeners who wanta large-heading, forcing sort, and also for out-door winter culture; plants large, very hardy and vigorous, with broad, comparatively smooth, thin and very hard bright green leaves; quite tender; indoors this forms a solid head, while outside is less distinct- ively aheading sort. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c-3 Ib. 25c.3 ¥ Ib. 40c.; lb. 70c.
Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; \ lb. 25c.; % lb. 40c.; lb. 75c.
OR CELERY LETTUCE.
Philadelphia Butter—OFTEN CALLED CALIFORNIA BUTTER, OB CABBAGE LETTucn—Many prefer a largo-growing, thick-leaved, smooth, rich flavored Lettuce, andto meet this demand we present this sort. Plant dark green, with many nearly round, thick leaves; formed into a very solid, round head which standsa long time without running to seed. Leaves very thick, folded or puckered at the base, the inner ones blanched to a rich ye!low color, and exceedingly rich and nuttyin flavor, Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 0z.15c.; % lb. 25c.; &% lb. 40c.; lb. Tic.
Mrs. Lampe, St. James, Ill., writes: “The seeds you sent us were very fine; we had the best garden here. All came up well and did splendidly, The Lettuce was the best I ever had.”
sa A Packet of Lettuce Seed i contains from 2,000 to 38,000
seeds or more,
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NEW STRAWBERRY MUSK MELON.
Flavor like that of a strawberry, hence the name. It grows to be a desirable market size; the fruits weigh from 6 to 8 pounds each. Its outside appearauce compares favorably with the green nutmeg of old, turning to a yellowish hue, as it were, over night, when fully ripened. Its smooih, deep flesh is of an attractive orange-red color, particularly soft and melting, and with that exceptionally delicious strawberry flavor leaves nothing more to be desired in a Musk Melon. Mr. Beck, the veteran Melon grower, who has honored me with the introduction of the Strawberry Musk Melon, writes: ‘‘This grand Melon was originated by planting the most luscious variety of straw- berries between every other row of a New Hybrid Musk Melon that I bad previously perfected.”” While the stock of this new acquisition is but limited, I am going to offer it as follows as long as my seed supply lasts: Price, choicest seed of our own growing, Pkt, 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; %4 lb. 30c.; % Ib, 55c.; lb. $1.00. 2
NEW TRIUMPH.
I feel honored that the originator, Mr. Beck, should select me to irtroduce the Triumph, certainly the finest Musk Melon yet produced It is a Successful cross between the popular Osage and Columbus, retaining the external appearance as well as the unsurpassed shape and quality of the latter, differing, however, inside, possessing a fine rich red salmon color flesh, like its parent, the Osage, and some are that way clear to the rind. Thus combined, it possesses a flavor far superior to both. It grows from 10 to 15 pounds in weight, never eracks open on_the ends, stands handling for many days in market withont losing its fine appearance, which sells them at sight. A great yielder. Pkt. 5c.; 0z. 10c.; 2 oz, 15c.; %4 lb, 25c.; 1% lb, 42c.; Ib. Toe.
MAGNIFICENT X a Pepe ake Se y GERMAN MELONE.
PAUL ROSE, OR PLTOSKLY MUSK MELON,
Unsurpassed in Quality and Unexcelled for Shipping.—In this new sort are combined all the gocd qualities of the Netted Gem and Osage, the varieties from which it originated. Tke fruit is oval, about 5 inches in diameter, and in shape and general apvearance similar to the well-known Netted Gem or Rocky Ford. The firm flesh is a rich orange red color like that of the Osage, but even sweeter and hisber flavored, retaining its good qualities quite to the rind. We have found the fruit the most uniformly good of any Musk Melon we haye ever grown. It is rure that a Musk Melon of such superlative quality is a good market or shipping sort, but the firm, solid flesh, and thin, but strong rind of this sort make it the best shipper we know of, while it is just the size for hotel and table use. We think it really has no equal as a market Melon for professional Melon growers, and it is one of the very best sorts for the home garden. We offer an exceptionally pure and fine stock grown on our own farms, and the Vielon grower or gardener who does not try it will certainly make a mistake. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib. 25c.; Ye lb. 40c.; 1b. Tdc,
BUCKBEL’S WiSTLRN GIANT,
Largest of all Musk Melons, often weishing 30 pounds and over; the flesh is rich, melting and sugary. As an exhibition and large market variety it is grand. It will asiouish every one by its merits, being exceptionally desirable for family and market purposes. For shipping it bas no superior. Pkt, 5c.; oz, 10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; 14 lb. 30c.; 24 1b. 55c.: lb. $1.00.
THE FAMOUS ROCKY FORD MUSK MELON,
Unsurpassed in Luscious Flaver. Always brirgs the highest price on the market. Most desirable size. Ideal for dessert. A healiny, visorous grower. Exceedingly prolific. This is an improyed strain of Netted Gem, growing a little more oblon: in shape. Originated at Rocky Ford. It is the most popular of all Melons for shipping in baskets. The fruit js oval and slightly ribbed. and densely covered with a fine netting. It has a thick flesh; very sweet; finely flavored. They will grow very eEniform in shape avd color. Very productive. Send to Buckbee fo- Originator'’s Selected Stock Seed. Large Pkt. 4c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 15c.; 1% Ib. 25c.; 14 lb, 40c.; 1b. T5ec. BUCKBEE'S WESTERN GIANT.
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Emerald Gem—The standard of excellence among the salmon-fleshed varieties. Fruits small to medium size, globular or very slightly flattened at the ends, only slightly netted and ribbed. Skin deep green while young, becoming tinged with yellow as the fruit matures; flesh deep salmon yellow. thick, ripening close to the tind; unsurpassed in flavor. Leads them all in many large markets. Pkt. 4¢.; 0z, 12c,; 2 oz. 22c.; %4 Ib, 40c.
Osage, or Improved Miller's Cream—This Melon has made its way into public favor from the market rather than the garden, and is higbly prized by those who like an exceedingly sweet and highly-flavored Melon. It is medium sized, oval, slightly ribbed, dark green in color, covered more or less with shallow netting. The flesh is deep salmon color and very thick, there being but a slight exvity in the center of even the largest fruit. A favorite variety for the market. We have taken a great deal of pains to develop the thick, deep, rich colored and fine-flavored flesh of this Sort, and a careful comparison on our trial grounds proves it to be unequaled even by ‘‘special selected seed’’ offered at very high prices. Pkt, 3¢.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib, 28c.; 1% Ib, 55c.; lb. $1.00,
New Winter Pineapple—A new Melon of much yalue owing to the fact that it can be kept until Christmas or later. The color of the fesh is a deep lemon-yellow, and the outer skin is dark green, marked with yellow. The quality is delicious, having a rich, spicy flavor that 1s not possessed by any other fruit. These Melons have much thicker and finer flesh than ordinary Musk Melons, hence their long-keeping qualities. They very rarely ripen on the vines, so the Melons must be picked off in the fail and put in some cool place, where. however, there is no danger of freezing, until they are wanted. It is usually necessary to place them in a warm room for three or four days before using, so as to ripen thoroughly; in this way they ean be had for the Winter months. Pkt, 5c.; oz. 15c.; 2 oz. 25c.
Buckbee’s New Prolific Nutmeg—The finest of all Nutmeg Melons. Fruit of medium size, slightly ribbed, globular. Skin dark green, becoming yellow when over-ripe and nearly covered with broad, shallow netting. Flesh thick, of fine flavor. This variety is in universal demand. My stock is carefully grown and selected and will be found first-class in every particular. kt, 4¢e,; oz, 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; % Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c,
The Banquet—Medium sized Melon of perfectly round shape, dense- ly_netted over its entire surface. The flesh is dark, rich salmon color, and uniformly thick. In flavor it is unsurpassed, rivaling the Wmerald Geni, Pkt. 3c.; 02. 7e.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib, 20c. Y% Ib. 35c.; 1b. 60c, ’
Buckbee’s Idexl—‘‘The ‘most delicious of all Musk Melons,’’ is the
verdict of everyone who has tried this magnificent sort. Weighs from 10 to 15 pounds; exceedingly thin skin. Good keeper and an excellent shipper. The flesh is of a rich salmon color, of a sweet, pleasing and delicious flavor. It will please you for all purposes. Tam the introducer of this best of all varieties. Seed offered by other parties under similar name is spurious. Be sure to inelude this variety in your order. Pkt, 5c,; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib. 25c.; % 1b. 40c.; lb. 75c,
True Jenny Lind—(Green Flesh). This is the earliest of the green-
fleshed sorts. and one of the sweetest. It is round or flattened. ™n size it is small, being from 3 to 5 inches in diameter; a very convenient size fur serving in halves. It is more largely grown in the great Melon-producing State of New Jersey than any other sort, and is used in enormous quantities in the Eastern cities and at the seashore resorts. The vines are very prolific, and the culture profitable. My strain of seed is the best. Pkt, 4c.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; 14 lb. 25c.; 1% Ib. 45c.; lb, 80c.
Cannon Ball—This novelty was introduced from Texas as ‘‘the
finest flavored and best shipping Musk Melon in America.’’ It is certainly a fine Melon! In shape it is round as a ball, medium size, 6 to 8 inches in diameter, and heavily netted. The flesh is light green, melting and deliciously flayored, remarkably solid, with extremely small seed cavity. It is very prolific and continues in bearing a long time. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; Y% Ib. 25c.; % lb. 40c.; lb. 75c.
~ can also supply the following new and standard varieties of Musk Melons which are too well known to require extended description, at the uniform price of: Pkt. 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; 14 Ib, 20c.:
ANNE ARUNDLIL, TRUE TIP TOP, MONTREAL MARKET, COSMOPOLITAN, HENDERSON’S PERFECTED D—LMONICO, MELROSE, GOLDEN NETTED GEM, NEW EARLY, HACKEN- SACK, NEWPORT, BECK’S NEW CQLUMBUS, CHICAGO MARKET, SILVER NETIED GEM, NEW GREEN FLESHED OSAGE, IMPROVED CANTALOUPE, WHITE JAPANESE, BALTIMORE (or ACME), LONG PERSIAN for CASABA), EXTRA EARLY GRAND RAPIDS, LARGE HACKETWSACK,
NOTICE—Our crop of Musk Melon Seed was very
shortlast season. When our own growth seed is exhausted we shall have no more to offer.
ee eee eee oT BUCKBEE’S ROCKFORD SEED FARMS ARE NOTED FOR LOWEST PRICES—BEST SEEDS—PROMPTNESS—ACCUhnvY.
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MUSHROOMS.
ROUND the production of
the Mushroom there ap-
pears to be in the minds of many people a profound mystery, which can be pene- trated only by the initiated; in reality, however, the cul- tivation of this highly es- teemed and nutritious escu- lent is a very simple matter, requiring ordinary intelligence and care. Full and explicit instructions are contained in our circular, ““How to Grow Mushrooms Successfully,’’ Which is sent free with every order for spawn.
Buckbee’s High Grade Eng- lish Spawn comes in pressed bricks weighing a pound or more. Price, postpaid, lb. 25c.; 5 lbs. $1.00. Not pre- paid. lb. 15c.; 8 lbs. $1.00; 25 lbs. $2.25; 100 lbs, $7.25.
Best French Spawn—Put up in boxes of two pounds each. Price, per box, prepaid, 9Jc. Not prepaid, 70c. The same loose, per lb. prepa:d, +0>-. Not prepaid, 32c.
MUSTARD.
German, Senf; French, Moutarde; Spanish, Mostazoe.
New Chinese—The large leaves. which often measure 14 inches, are ready fcr use in about six weeks after sowing, and will continue to yield until it is frosty weather. It has a pleasant, pungent flavor, exceptionally hardy, and can be eaten the same as other salads: Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 14 lb. 18c.; % Th, 30c.; lb. 50c. A
White Seeded—tlsefrl for salads and greens. Seeds pungent, nice for pickles. Pkt. 2c,; oz. 5c.; %4 Ib. 10c.; %% Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c.
Biack Seeded—Is sharper and more pungent than any of the other varieties. Pkt, 2c.; oz. 5c.; %4 lb. 10c.; % Ib. 15e.: lb. 25c.
NASTURTIUM,
Or Indian Cress.
The seeds, while yet young and succulent, are pickled and are very delicious. The plants and flowers are highly ornamental in the garden, blooming continually till frost. Try it.
Tall Mixed—Makes a nice growth; useful for climbing purposes. Pkt, 8c,; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 4 lb. 18c.; % 1b. 30c.: Ib. 50c.
Dwarf Mixed—rlandsome and useful variety; very prolific. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; € oz. 10c.: % lb. 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
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PEANUT New Mammoth Virginia—A new. very early, desirable and a most valuable va- riety to grow. It is of upright growth and has the largest pods and kernels of any variety: always yields fewer imper- fect pods; the vines make valuable forage for stock. Plant in # April and they will ripen before September, even as far north as Canada. Hundreds of my young friends have written me that they had a wonderful crop the past season. It will pay every one to try them. Plant 2 inches deep. S inches apart in the row, and keep the ground free from weeds. When ripe, pull_or dig up and dry. Fkt, 5c.: 4 Ib. 10c.; % Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c.; 5 lbs. $1.00. oO KR German, Esasbarer; French. Gombo; Spanish, Quibombo.—Improved White Velvet—Standard sort. Popular everywhere. Pods are round and smooth, larger than those of any other sort; never prickly to the touch. Produced in great abundance. The seed pods are used while they are small, tender and succulent, for soups and stews. Pkt. 2c.; oz. 5c.; %4 lb. 12c.; % 1b. 20c.; 1b. 30c. , ady Finger—To our friends in the South it is unnecessary to say anything about the advantage of your green seed pods of Okra for flavoring soups. In the Middle and Northern States they are not so thoroughly appreciated as they deserve to be. Seed pods, produced in abundance, give a_consistency and flavor that is unequaled. Quite prolific, producing long, slender pods of the form of a lady’s finger. Pkt, 3c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 14 1b. 18c.; % lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c. =
PA RSLEY (Germn_,_ Petersilie;
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Extra Dwarf Curled, or Emerald—The moss-like leaves are a handsome, bright green color, and are finely crimpled and curled. For garnishing, no variety is more attractive. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c,; %, lb, 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; 1b. 50c,
New Moss Curled—aA greatly improved type of this uséful class of herbs. Most exquisite in form and color, invaluable as a gar- nishing plant, and suited for mixing with dwarf, ornamental foliage plants in the garden. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz, 10c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; % 1b. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
Buckbee’s Beauty — This popular and new variety is a great favorite. Pkt. 5¢c.; oz.
10c.; 2 oz. 18c.: %4 Ib. 35c.; 1% lb. 60c.; 1b, $1.00.
MARTYNIA Probosci-
dea—Whien young and tender are highly priz- ed for pickling. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 15c.; 2 oz. 25c.; %4 Ib. 40c.
FRESH, CHOICE SEEDS ARE WHAT YOU GET FROM BUCK Ra
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Sweetest Flavored Water Melon in Cultivation 7d Jd J
The Skin and Flesh are of Splen- did Color. It is very Heavy. Has no Equal as a Shipping or Market Melon. Early, Large, Handsome, Good Shipper, Long Keeper.
In hundreds of markets the past season it found ready sale at good prices when all other sorts went a begging fora buyer. This grand- est of all varieties has been extensively grown
the past few seasons in almost every melon growing locality of the world, and in not one single instant has it failed to meet the expecta- tions of the planter. The reports received from every section that all were delighted with it prove that in the hands of my customers BUCK- BEE’S MONTE CRISTO has given the same surpassing results as our careful trials at Rock- ford Seed Farms.
Buckbee’s Monte Cristo
ri HE Best Melon Ever Introduced.’’ So
said thousands of my customers who
planted Monte Cristo in 1902. Never beforeinthe history of the seed trade has so much seed of a new Water Melon been sold in one year, and what is more, every customer was pleased, fully substantiating my claims for its being the largest early Water Melon ta mature, ripening in the remarkably short period of 65 to 80 days, and weighing, under ordinary cultivation, 60 pounds. The greatest yielder. The sweetest, juiciest crisp and most solid melon fever produced, never having a hollcw or pithy center when ripe. The easiest to sell on the market, for when once tried people will have no other. Many of my cus- tomers have written me the past year that they have cleared $100 or more per acre by grow- ing Buckbee’s Monte Cristo Melons.
1, solid rind, not the most severe hand- skin §s ofa rich, dark green faint stripes of a somewhat ainly the finest appearing market, shipping or table Mr. Dodge, the veteran melon “Buckbee’s Monte Cristo is the
purposes. grower, says: best melon § ever raised.”’ you ask when [ say: ities have been told.’’ space in this book would permit of including the thousands of expressions received from my cus—
What more can “Not half of its good qual- I only wish that the
tomers ali over the globe. While my supply of seed is larger than ever before, I already have ‘arge advance orders from my customers, who have planted Monte Cristo in past seasons, and I would advise all who care to plant this “King of all Melons” in 1903, to place their orders as early as possible. Please remember that I control the entire product of this variety, so s:nd to Buckbee for choicest stock seed of Monte Cristo Melon. The price is within the reach of all.
Price of choicest stock seed of our Own growing: Pkt. 10c.; 0z. 15c.3 2 oz- 25c,; 4 Ib. 35.3 14 Ib. 60c.; Ib. $1.001 S Ibs. $4.00, prepaid.
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Melon growing for seed purposes only is a leading specialty of my establishment. My seed is saved from the choicest specimens. Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been furnishcd my customezs te their entire satisfaction, without a single complaint, for the simple reasor it has never been my practice to market all the best Melons and save all the culls for seed purposes. Seeds from the best Melons | only are nore too good for my customers,
GC It e The essential thing is to get good. strong vines early in the season, which may be secured by forming large, well-drained
u ur hills of earth about 8 feet apart, made very rich with an abundance of well-rotted manure, which should be thoroughly mixed with the soil, for if left in a mass it will lead to the plants burning out under the hot stn and thus to the failure of the crop. In these hills plant the seed as soon as the ground is warm and dry, and carefully protect the young plants from insects, and hasten their growth by the use of Jiquid manure.
Sweet Heart—An entirely new and distinct Water Melon, which is Everhearing—Always Sweet, The Earliest Water Melon in the early, large, handsome, heavy. good shipper, long keeper, bright World. This is absolutely the earliest Water Melon known, and eolor and of best quality. Csrloads of Sweet Hearts were sold at is sure to be first in the market. It is of most delicious flavor, faney prices when no other was saleable. Vines. vigorous and very juicy ard sweet and is splendid for family use, as a few productive, ripening its fruit early. Fruit large, oval, heavy, vines yield many early Melons. Everybody should try this new uniformly mottled light and dark green; rind thin, but firm; flesh early Water Melon. It is the Melon to plant if you are in a cli- bright red, firm. solid, very sweet and tender. A good keeper. mate where the seasons are short, for it will ripen where other Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7e.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; ¥% Ib. 30c.; 1b, 50c, varieties will not. It is certainly a splendid Melon for every
Maule’s Wonderful Sugar Melon—Called by some firms Mclvyer’s purpose. Just the size for family use. The flesh is deep red in
Sugar. Excellent new variety. In fact, it has already become so color and exceedingly brittle. By all NES LES this excellent popnlar that it is grown in some localities to the exclusion of melon. ERE 5C. 3 OZ. 10c. 5 2 oz. 15e.5 5 es # Ib. wage Mace most other sorts. Of large size, Melons of 40 to 60 pounds being Black Diamond—Originated in the famous ater Melon district o
eraze occurrence. Flesh red and deliciously sugary. Very Indiana, near the home of ‘Sweet Heart and “‘Hoosier King, or line: See well in any weather. Fine keeper. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7e.; Fa has had five years jeareful selection and improvement. Pkt. 2 oz, 12c.; %4 lb. 18c.; % lb. 34c.; 1b. 60c. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 02. 12c.; 14 Ib. 18c.; 46° Ib. 30c.; Ib, 50c. : chet sabe osier King—A Melon with exceptional qualities. The Melons grow Cole’s Early—The finest Melon ever offered for the amateur and for cblonge and are of an eyen diameter through their entire length. the home market. Being somewhat brittle will not do for shipping The flesh is brilliant red, yery solid, sweet and luscious. The purposes. Very early and will mature in every state. Very hardy, skin is striped light and. dark green; the rind is very. thin, but vigorous and a sure cropper. Flesh sweet and delicate in texture, exceedingly hard, which renders it a valuable shipping sort, as
aeep red color. The rind is thin and the quality of the flesh well xs a desirable variety for family and market purposes. i nearly Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; 42 Ib, 30c.; Ib. 50c.
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‘ sustained elear to the rind. Melons medium size round in _ shape: rind green, striped with lighter shades Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7c.; 2 oz 18c.; %4 lb. 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; 1b. 50c,
Fordhook Early—As shown in the illustration engraved from a photograph, the form is nearly round. The average weight of the Melon is 35 pounds each, a size rarely attained by any other extra early Melon under
Girardeau’s Favorite—One of the very largest and best in culti- yation. It attains an enormous size. The flesh is cf a beautiful clear crimson, extending clear up to the rind, which is hard, thin and beautifully mottled light and dark green. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 72.3; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; 14 Ib. 30c.; Th. 50c,
Nabob—A vyery large. solid and
favorable conditions. The rind heayy Melon of splendid kee,- is tough. making it a valuable ing qualities. Slightiy oblong
variety for shipping. The out- er color is a uniform medium green. Flesh a bright red and very sweet. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; % Ib. 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; 1b. 50c,
Buckbee's Ice Cream, or Peerless— The great favorite and standard variety. Superior in every re- spect. Has beautiful crimson core, which is always fine grained and cannot be surpass- ed in flavor. Very prolific. magnificent grower. Is one of the best for market and home purposes. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 7%e.;_ 2 oz. 12c.; % Ib. 18c.; % Ib. 30c,; Ib. 50c.
in shape, with a little depres- sion at the bloom end or eye, Color dark green, peculiarly mottled with light green spots, which might suggest irregular curving. Weight, 30 to 50 pounds; flesh deep scarlet, Sweet and luscious, Medium early and of magnificent keep- ing qualities, remaining in an edible condition for an unusual- ly long time. An excellent ship- rer and very attractive as a- market Melon. This variety has certainly more than ordin- ary worth. Be sure and give it a trial. PKt. 4c.; oz. 7e.; 2 oz. 12c.; 14 Ib. 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
BUCKBEE’S LUSCIOUS MELONS
Rleckley Sweets—First introduced and offered by me in 1895, in which year I purchased the entire crop of seed from Mr. W. A. Kleckley, of Alabama, the noted Melon grower. Dur- ing that season I sent out several thousand packets of seed for trial. The reports received from every section, as well as our own trials, proved it to be a surpassingly fine new Melon, and in 1896 offered it on page 26 of my catalogue. Without question it is one of the sweetest flavored of all Melors. Oblong in shape; skin dark green; flesh bright red, solid and luscious. Valuable alike for market or family purposes. The first original seed can be had from no other seedsman. Beware of imitations. Proofs substantiating my claims freely furnished if desired. Pkt, 4¢c.; 0z, 8c.; 2 oz. lic.; %4 lb. 25c.; 42 1b. 40c.; lb. 75e.
Puckhbee’s Perfected Kolb's Gem—For years I have been work- ing to secure the one main feature which was lacking in the original Kolb’s Gem—qnality. At last success has rewarded my efforts, and I take pleasure in offering for the first time this ‘“‘perfected variety.’’ Vines of medium size but re- markably vigorous and healthy. Leaves of medium size, deeply cut with a peculiar frilled edge. Fruit of the largest size, round or slightly oval, marked with irregular mottled stripes of dark and light green, while the under side is of a creamy yellow color, suggestive always of the most superior quality, Outer rind or shell exceedingly hard and firm, making it a good sort for shipping long dis- tunces. Flesh bright red, solid, sweet, tender and melting. I control the entire supply of seed of this variety. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 7c.; 2 oz, 12c.; % lb. 18c.; % lb. 30c.; 1b, 50c. ib
Duke Jones — One of the most producer ee Tureen peor Melons A : Melon of fine appearance, large, round, solid meat, and 0 ne flavor and a heayy yielder ; ' ie ood shipper, an suitible for the ome garden. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 0z. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c,; 12 Ib, 30c.: Ib, 50c. andearly./Tt\is<alvery: Bi By
Jones’ True Jumbo—This grand new yariety originated with Mr. Jones, of Georgia, and its claims are ‘The Best Water Melon in the World.’’ The color of the skin is solid green, and the flesh is a very bright red, particularly sweet, juicy and melting. It grows to a large size, frequently attaining the weight of 80 pounds. In shape it resembles ‘“‘Kolb’s Gem.’’ and like that variety is one of the best shipping sorts. Invaluable for tamily and market uses. Pkt. 4c.; oz, %c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib, 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; 1b. 50c.
New Dixie—Grand new accuisition. possessing the rich, luscious flavor of the old ‘‘Mountain Sweet,’’ combined with the excellent shipping qualities of ‘‘Kolb’s Gem.’’ The skin is of a dark green color and beautifvlly striped. he flesh is of a bright scarlet. very sweet, tender and juicy, sells readily on all markets, bringing the highest price. It is a great favorite, being strong and firm in growth, with the valuable quality of rooting at almost every joint, thereby increasing the bearing ef the vines, which, as every Melon grower will recognize, is of great importance to the maturing crop. Carefully selected stock, Pkt, 4c.; 0z. Tc.; 2 oz, 12c.; %4 lb, 18c.; % 1b. 30c.; lh. 5€c.
Seminole—One of the most popular varieties grown. Extra early, very productive, extra large and of splendid flavor. The seed will often produce gray and green Melons on one vine, but the number of the former predominates. It is undoubtedly one of the very best Melons ever introduced. Pkt, 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % lb. 15c.; % Ib. 25c.; 1b. 40c.
Green and Gold—(See Cut). The largest early variety. Very productive and of delicious flayor; rind very thin, being only three- eighths to one-half inch in thickness. Independent of its delicious flavor, its rich, golden-yellow color will make it most desirable as an ornament for the table, especially if its golden slices are arranged in contrast with the crimson of other sorts. This is undoubtedly the variety you are looking for, and you will make no mistake in ordering my selected seed. Pkt. 3c.; 02. Te.5 2 oz. 12c.; 4% lb. 18c.; % 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50c. fi
Phinney’s Extra Early—A well-established, standard variety of western origin and well acclimated. It is sweet, of good size and very productive. Its market qualities are the very best; flesh is red, sweet and luscious, It will please you for all purposes. Include it in your order. Pkt. 3c,; oz. 7ce.; 2 oz. 12c.; % lb. 18c.; 42 1b. 30c.; 1b. 50c,
Georgia Rattlesnake, or Gypsy—A favorite standard variety. One of the largest and finest in our markets. Matures early and is of finest quality for family or market purposes. Stands shipping well. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 lb, 18c.; % lb. 30c.; lb, 50c,
Girardeau’s New Triumph—After satisfactory trials on our Rockford Seed Farms, we take pleasure in offering seed grown in Florida by the originator, Wm. M. Girardeau, who describes this new Melon as follows: ‘It is early. prolific, and averages very large. as a market Melou it has no competitor for first place in the list of shipping and selling Melons. Its fine appearance and magnificent proportions wake it a ready seller in any market. Where it has been planted for long distance shipping, in comparison with other varieties it has distanced them all. The rind is of a dark green color. The average size of the Melon is very large. a_crop of 214 aeres yielding 2,418 Melons, weizhing over 40 pounds each. ‘The flesh of the Melon is very solid, melting and sweet.’’ Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 18c.; % lb. 30c.; lb. 50c,
Ruby Gold—(See Cut.) A fine variety. Its beauty and quality are wnexcelled, of exceptionally large size, often weighing 40 to 50 rounds. ‘The flesh is always sweet, tender and melting. Ripens close to the rind. Don't fail to try it. Pkt. 4c.; 0z, 7c.; 2 oz, 12c.; 14 Ib, 18c.; % Ib. 30c.; lb, 50c,
Hungarian Honey—(See cut). This fine new variety is very appropriately so ealled, as it is surpassingly sweet and luscious; of a very rich honey flavor, richer and sweeter to the taste than any other Water Melon. ‘The flesh is of an intensely red color and absolutely stringless, com- pletely melting in the mouth, and of the same beautiful red color up to within one-fourth of an inch or less of the ovter skin. The Melons ripen early and the vines are healtby and very productive. You should try it. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c,.; 14 lb. 25c.; % lb. 40c.; lb. 60c.
I can also supply the following well- known varieties of Water Melons of es- tablished merit, which are too well known to require extended description, at the uniform price of Pkt. 3c.; oz, 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 15c.; % Ib. 25e.;
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Scaly Bark. Mountain Sweet, Florida Favorite. Colorado Preserving. Mammoth Iron Clad, Citron,
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Round White Icing.
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ARSNIPS are well known as a delicious table vegetable, but their value for the purpose of feeding cattle and stockis but little appreciated. The Parsnip is rich in saccharine food, which adds greatly to the richness of the milk when fed to cows, while the fresh, succulent roots increase the flow of milk
as greatly as does the use of fresh, green food in the spring. It is especially valuable for the purpose from its extreme hardiness, as the roots can be left in the ground all winter and improve in quality by the continued freezing.
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They do best ona deep, rich, sandy soil, but will make good roots on any soil which is deep, mellow and moderately rich, but fresh manure is apt to make the roots coarse and. “l-shaped. As the seed is sometimes slow to germinate it should be sown as early as possiblo feet apart. Cover one-quarter inch deep and press the soil firmly over the seed. Give frequent cultivation and thin the plants 4 to the foot. Buckbee’s New Sugar—tThe best Parsnip on earth, so say thousands
New Maitese—A greatly improved and wonderfully fine strain. Tho of my customers who made trials of this variety in 1901. and after
repeated trials at Rockford Seed Farms during the past six years, I have no hesitancy in offering you this splendid new Parsnip. Roots grow to a fine size, of good diameter, enabling them to be easily gathered; the roots are exceedingly smooth, the flesh is fine grained and of the most excellent quality. A magnificent croppcr, yicldingas high as 750 bushels per acre under good cultivation. You will not be disappointed by p!anting Buckbee’s New Sugar Parsnip for any pur- pose for which this desirable vegetable is used. Remember that I control] the entire stock of this variety for 1902. Send to Buckbee for the True Sugar. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 18c.; \ Ib. 35c.; 4 Ib. 60c.; lb. $1.00.
roots do not grow as long us the Hollow Crown, but are of greater diam- eter and more easily gathered; very heavy cropper. The roots are very smooth, flesh fine grained and of most excellent quality. A yield of 5(0 to 600 bushels per acre is of common occurrence. Fine for home use, market and shipping, while for stock purposes it is sure to give the best of satisfaction. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; \& Ib. 15c.; Wb. 25c.; lb. 40c.
Improved Hollow Crown, or Long White Sugar—Roots compara-
tively short, ending somewhat abruptly with a small tap root; grows mostly below the surface, has a very smooth, clean skin, easily distin- guished by the leaves arising from a depression on top or crown of the root. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 9c.; ¥ ib. 12¢.; & 1b. 20c.; lb. 35c.
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It affords me great pleasure to present to you this new “Pumpkin Noveity.”” My customers well know from experi-
ence that I never offer a novelty unless it has b-en ca refu'ly tested, und this new Pumpkin is no exception. Coming from a remote section of the Sand- wich Islands—where by chance my representativ= found it—it kas already created a great furor in its new hcme. Remarkeb)y distinct in every way, of fine size, very prolific bearer, and deijiciousiy thick flesh. An excellent keeper. Certainly a grand futrre isin store for this new Pumpkin. Seed is naturs!ly scarce this saason, yet I place the price within the reach cf all. Order early before my supply is exhausted. Choicest seed of my own erowth. Pin joe Voz Sess Poze 2oG OO Gs OUG De LLOO
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Kuerbis; French, Courge; Spanish, Cola Baza;
Swedish, Pumpa, Pumpkin Seed is Very Scarce This Year.
UMPKINS are not so particular in regard to soll as Melons
and Cucumbers, but in other respects are cultivated the same, though ou a larger seale. Some of the field varieties are often raised between hills of corn, but all varieties may be planted with success in felds by (themselves.
New Winter Luxury—This I recommend as one of the best Pie Pumpkins; an excellent keeper and enormously pro- ductive. It is very finely netted and in color it is a golden russet. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 8c.; oz. lic.; % Ib. 25c.3 % 40c.; lb. 75c.
Large Cheese, sometimes called Kentucky Field—Large, round, flattened fruits with broad ribs; creamy-bull skin; averages two feet in diameter. It is an excellent keeping variety, with thick flesh of exceptionally fine quality. Very popu- lar for all purposes. 8c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 Ib. l5c.; 4% lb. 25c.; lb, 40c.
New Calhoun—Fxtraordinary fine variety, heavy and solid, very productive and of excellent quality. Outside is a rich cream color, flesh salmon yellow, very thick, fine grained and of superior quality. One of the very best for general purposes. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 14c.; %4 lb, 20c.; % Ib, 35c; lb. 60c,
Jonathan, a very good variety—This fine new variety is already a standard; very prolific; its hard shell makes it an ex- cellent keeper. Flesh fine grained, clear and sweet, making it valuable for pies and other table uses. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. l4c.; %4 lb. 20c.; Yeo lb. 35c.; lb. 60c,
Buckbee’s True Sugar Pie Pumpkin—A very superior variety. A particularly fine orange-colored sort, remarkably sweet, fine grained and dry. Keeps well and cannot be _beat for table use. Always gives the best satisfaction. Pkt. 8c.3 oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 1l4c.; %4 1b. 20c.; Yo 1b. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
Jumbo, or Mammoth Potiron—Flesh and skin are a_ bright golden-yellow color; flesh fine grained and of excellent qual-
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Cashaw, or Crookneck—Flesh yellow, solid and sweet. Popular for table. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 14c.; 14 lb, 20c.3; % Ib. 35c.; lb, 60c.
Quaker Pie—This comes from Washington County, New York.
BUCGKBEE’S KING OF THE MAMMOTHS.
THE BEST GIANT PUMPKIN.
Buckbee’s King of the Mammoths-—Wonderfully grand and
eolossal variety, astonishing every one by its mammoth size and heavy weight. hink of it, a single Pumpkin weighing 469 pounds. Many of you saw this specimen on exhibifion at the World's Fair. It is always a prize winner at every fair and exhibition. Notwithstanding its enormous size, it is one of the best pie and table varieties grown. A splendid keeper and exceptionally valuable for feeding purposes. I control the complete stock of this variety. Send to Buckbee for true stock seed. JT do not save seed from specimens weighing less than 209 pounds. Pkt. only 10c.; oz, 15c.; 2 oz, 28c,; Y% Ib. 50c.; % Ib. 80c.; lb. $1.50,
It is both hardy and productive, and can be depended on to make a crop when others fail. Especially valuable for pies, being fine grained and of rich flavor, having none of the stringy nature common to so many varieties. It is early and keeps late. It is oyal shaped ard tapers at each end, is of cream color both inside and out. Users of this strain are enthusiastic in their pruises and invariably speak well of it. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 lb. 25c.; % Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c.
Western Field—One of the best varieties for field purposes, particularly desirable for feeding stock. Grows to a fine size, color rich yellow. flesh fine grained, of good flavor. Postpaid, lb. 30c. By express ov freight, at buyer's expense, 5 lbs, $1.00; 10 lbs. $1.90,
Buckbee’s Pure Gold Field Pumpkin—Acknowledged by all the best field Pumpkin, either for growing with corn or in fields by itself. Excels for feeding stock, - and, best of all, makes the most delicious Pumpkin pies. Deep, rich, creamy- — yellow color, flesh fine grained and of excellent flavor. Choice stock seed by mail, postpaid, oz. 5c.; ¥, Ib, 12c.; % Ib. 25c.;
'b, 835c, By express or
freight, at buyer’s ex-
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GROW PEPPERS--AL WAYS MONEY MAKERS.
German, Pfeffer; French, Piment,
HE hot, pungent flavor of a Pepper is in inverse ratio to its size, the small Pepper being the hottest, while the large varieties are quite mild in flavor. Every vegetable garden should haye several varieties. while some are sufficiently beautiful to include in the flower garden. In the culture of Peppers use the same methods as for Egg Plant. The plants need quite as much heat to perfect them, but mature sooner and May be sown later or even planted out of doors after warm weather has fairly set in. No trouble whatever to grow, when once up. Guano, hen dung or any other bird manure hoed into the surface soil when the plants are about 6 inches high, will wonderfully increase the quality of the fruit. Ruby King—10—An improved American sort, reaching the largest Chinese Ciant—8—Dovble the size of Ruby King and equally as mild. Bue. yet retaining fhe syunmetrical shape oF the smallest sorts. Not only is it early in ripening and immensely productive for so t is very bright colored, temptingly sweetly mild flavored and large a pepper, but its enormous size will cause it to sell readily. one of the best for stuffed pickles. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 18c.; 2 oz, 30c.; = Waele : . e
¥, lb, 50e Very vigorous, hardy grower, and a valuable yarjety for either
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Large Bell, or Bull Nose—A very large sort of inverted bell shape, CT eon or market garden. Large Pkt. 10c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 50c.; suitable for filling or for mixed pickles. Flesh thick and less pun- “4 0 Cc.
gent than most other sorts. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 12c,; 2 oz. 22c.; %4 lb. 40c. Celestial—5—Very beautiful Chinese novelty. The plant starts to Sweet Mountain—Plants very vizorous and productive, growing up- bear early and continues until frost. Until fully ripe, the Peppers
right with moderately large leaves. Fruit very large, long, often are of a delicate creamy yellow color, then suddenly change to an § inches or more in length, by 2 or 3 in diameter, very smooth and
i : intense, vivid scarlet, carried upright. Superior quality. fair size, handsome, being, when green, of a bright, deep green color, en- clear, sharp favor. Valuable for pickles and Pepper Sauce. Pkt. tirely free from any purple tinge, and when mature of a rich red. nie ciare aiXeo PO) Ae Dina Wad, AUP Flesh very thick, sweet and mild flavored. Well suited to use as Sepa ee os Caer anes 5 a stuffed pickle. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 15c.; 2 oz. 28¢.; %4 Ib. 50c. Red Chili—4—Used in the manufacture of Pepper Sauce. Pods
lack Nubian—7—A most novel sort. Long, tapering, sharp pointed sharply conical, and exceedingly pungent when ripe. Requires a fruit, 6 inches long, and of a deep, glossy black color until fully long, warm season. The plants»should be started quite early in ripe, wheu they change to a dark orange red. Fruit is very fiery, a hot bed. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 15c.; 2 oz. 25c.; 14 Ib. 40c. and is superior as a flavoring for picealilli, chowchow, etc. Makes
@ unique pot plant. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; %4 lb. 60c. Golden Dawn, or Queen—Plants quite dwarf, but very prolific. Fruit
<i: . : di si a i yell-sha ‘ich golden yellow color,
Long Red Cayenne— 9—A long. slim-pointed pod, and when ripe of a medium size and of inverted bell-shape, rich gol J ,
bright red color. Extremely strong and ouneents Pkt, 3c.; oz. with yery thick, sweet, mild-flayored flesh. Pkt, 8c,; oz, 12c.; 12c.; 2 oz 22c.; 14 Ib. 40c. 2 oz, 22c.; 4 lb. 40c.
New Long Yellow Cayenne—A very fine, new variety, identical to Kaleidoscope—lI—Long, wavy branches are loaded with drooping above, except color, which is of a beautiful golden yellow shade. fruit the size of a hickory nut. Pkt, 4c.; oz, 20c.; 2 0z. 35c.; Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 20c.; 2 oz, 35c.; %4 Ib. ice 1%, lb. 60c
4 Ib. A
Coral Gem Bouquet—8—The illustration aboye fails to do justice to this beautiful little variety. The single fruit illustrated is of natural size and so thickly set on the dwarf plant as to give each plant the appearance of a ‘‘Bouquet of Coral.’’ _As a potted plant for florists it has proved a most rapid selling article. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 30c.; 2 oz. 55c.; %4 Ib. $1.00.
New Golden Upright—6—Unlike all other varieties, the Peppers grow upright on stiff stems. The fruits are large and handsome. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; %4 1b. 60c. 5
Finest Mixed Peppers—The above and many other valuable Peppers in choicest mixture. Price per >5t., only 5c,; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; % lb. 60c.
RHUBARB, or PIE PLANT.
German, Rhubarber; French, Rrubarbe; Spanish, Bastardo; Swedish, Rabarber.
HUBARB, familiarly known as Pie Plant, is cultivated in gardens for its
stalks, Which are used for pies and tarts. Immense quantities are now annually sold in all the large markets. No private garden should be without it. Rhubarb succeeds best in deep. somewhat retentive soil. The richer its condition and the deeper stirred the better. Sow in drills an inch deep, and thin out the plants to 6 inches apart. In the fal! transplant the young plants into highly manured soil, setting them 35 feet apart each way, and give a dressing of coarse manure every fall, The stalks should not be used until the third year, nor plant allowed to exhaust itself by running to seed.
Buckbee’s Western Market—TIinest variety, very productive. Fine, large size and very early. Has a flavor similar_to the gooseberry. This is, without doubt, the finest variety in existence. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 18c.; %4 1b. 35c.; 14 Yb, 60c.; lb. $1.00.
Rhubarb Roots—A saving of from two to three years is made by planting the
roots. I have well established roots of the above variety. Price, by mail, prepaid, 20c. each; $2.00 per dozen. By express or freight at purchaser’s expense, 15c. each; $1.50 a dozen; 100 for only $7.50
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Earliest Pea in the World.
READY FOR PICKING IN 40 DAYS. 10,000 Bushels Sold Annually.
Where earliness, productiveness, large-sized pods and sweetness of flavor are desired, this is the variety to grow; it may be truly called the blooded stock of all finest Early Peas, and stands at the head for the above fine qualities; in a favorable season ready for market in 40 days. ‘The entire crop can be taken off in two pickings. F a f .
To the market gardener, earliness is of the greatest importance, aS even a Lew days frequently makes a great difference in_ price, often a depreciation of from $2.00 to $4.00 per barrel; the inexperienced find this ont when too late. therefore the earliest is what is required, und Buckbee’s Lightning Express is that variety; sow them, you will make no mistake. Was introduced by us in '87 and sold that year 2,000 bushels, and each year the demand for them has steadily increased; they have been the first Peas shipped north from the great Pen growing districts of Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and North Carolina since ’88, which can readily be attested to by the growers of those sections, and all through the United States and Canada, where bundreds of acres of them are annually grown they have attained the same reputation for both earliness and productiveness. Their growth ranges from 2 to 2% feet, in accordance with the season; they are entirely free from runners, and never require sticking; it is an easy variety to pick, as almost a handful_can be grasped at one time. Please observe that the true stock of Buckbee’s Lightning Express can be had through our house only. ;
They are much hardier, more produc- tive, and withstand greater changes in the weather than any _ other_ variety. They are not only the largest podded Early, but they are Entirely Free from Runners, and the entire crop can be taken off in two pickings.
Please Remember that I Control the Entire
Stock of this Variety. OUNCES OR MORE
LOOK AT THESE REPORTS.
Rey. J. Reynard Lawrence, of Lanesboro, Mass., (the prominent seed specialist. whose tests at Eden ‘Trial Grounds have a wide reputation), writes under recent date: ‘‘It was a race from start to finish between Buckbee’s Light-
A WORD TO MARKET GARDENERS
The Pea is one of the most important and profitable crops; you therefore can- not bestow too much care in selecting your seed, as the market is always over- stocked with what are called Finest Ear- lies and offered at temptingly low prices.
ulng Express and Gradus, ani Lightning Express came out 5 days These are generelly sown in Canada in a wild, broadcast manner, ahead, being ready to pick in 40 days from time of planting. [Five full of runners and sold under this name to command a_ better days’ start in the market makes a big difference in price, and so price in the market. There is no variety that deteriorates more all who have market for the Earliest Peas should plant Buckbee’s rapidly, both in earliness and dwarfness of habit, than the Early Lightning Fxpress.”’ Pea, and it requires a grower to exercise his greatest care in se- leeting his stock of seed, and its proper culture, in order to keep : roy : t up to its correct standard, both for earliness and free from run-
Frank PD. Lee, Long Island, N, Y., writes: ve ue , : sowing? so = SSertine “T cleared over $1,100 from your Lightning Express Peas. They Bopha uel voe s de Bian, Express has always maintaiyed the were the first in the snarket and sold fast as we could pick them. 2 IGA, ee oak akg ee gardeners for its earliness, productiveness Please ship by first freight ten Bushels Lightning Express; enclosed and fine quality, and is today the best known and the most popular find draft. More orders to follow.” among all growers; it is the perfection of Peas, both for earliness
and uniform dwarf habit in its growth. One of its great features is that the crop is almost ready for market at once, and the whole
J. W. Boss, Paris, Texas, writes: erop can be harvested in one or two pickings. These are very
“The Lightning Express Pea was just what you represented it to desirable features and just what the gardener requires, and every- be. Positively it is the finest Early Pea I ever planted. It yields one should plant this world's greatest money-making Pea. 4 three times the quantity of other early sorts. I have made three Note the low price: Prepaid, Pkt. 8c.; % pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; times the money with this than with any other Peas I have ever qt.
40c, planted.”’ FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY SEE WHOLESALE PAGES,
The best Cabbage? See Page 19. Water Melon? That’s on Page 39. The best Tomato? BEEFSTEAK, to be sure. WAMPUM is the best Yellow Onion; see Page 50. You will also see painting from nature on inside front cover page of the latest acquisition in Sweet Corn—Buckbee’s Sunrise. Don’t miss them.
EARLIEST PEA IN THE WORLD
You Can’t Afford te Do Without the ‘‘Famous Quaker Oats.’’ (See Center of This Book.)
Prize Medal PEA
German, ERBSE; French, Pots; Spanish, GUIZANTE; Swedish, ARTE.
One Quart for 100 feet of drill. Two to three bushels in drills for an acre. | prepay charges on Peas, Corn and Beans by the one-half pint, pint, and quart. Quantities of one-eighth bushel, one-quarter bushel, one-half bushel and bushel are shipped by freight or expréss at pur- chaser’s expense.
FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY SEE WHOLESALE PAGES.
NEW EARLY GRADUS, prosgeemy.
The New Extra Early Wrinkled Pea.
The most desiiable sort for the home garden. Large podded, and of splendid quality. The vine of this most distinct sort is like that of Buckbee’s First and Best, ex- cept that it grows a little taller and produces Peas fit for use a few days later. The immense pods are as large as those of the Telephone, uniformly well shaped and hand- some, and more attractive than those of other first ear- lies. They ripen s!owly and continue fit for use much longer than most varieties, making this by far the most desirable sort for the home garden. The Peas are very large, of splendid quality and beautiful color. which they retain after cooking. This variety is practically the same as what is being offered as “Prosperity.””’ We have taken great pains to secure true stock and have it well grown, SO We are Sure that everyone who purchases our seed will be pleased with the variety. Every gardener should try it. Pkt. 8c.; 2 pt. 15c.; pt. 26c.: at. 50c.
NOTT’S EXCELSIOR.
Best Early Dwarf Pea.
It combines to a wonderful degree the good qualities of the American Wonder and Premium Gem Peas without their deficiencies.
The Vines are Larger and More Vigorous than Amer- ican Wonder, and Earlier and More Prolific than Premium Gem. The Peas in Sweetness and Quality are Unsur- passed. A most desirable sort for the market gardener,
PEA Se SY 3 PROSPERITY or “| y GRADUS oe poy the home garden. Pkt. 7c.; 2 pt.
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BUCGKBEE’S FIRST AND BEST.
By most careful comparison we 2re convinced that this is the earliest and most even stock ot White Extra Early Peas in existence, maturing so well together that a single picking will secure the entire crop. Vines vigorous and hardy, 2 to 2% feet high, unbranched, bearing 3 to 7 straight pods, having 5 to 7 medium sized, smovuth peas of good quality. The dry peas are medium sized, smooth, yellowish white. Pkt. 6c.; Vo pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt 35c.
EARLIEST OF ALL OR ALASKA:
By careful selection and growing we have developed a stock of this smooth, blue pea, which in evenness of growth of vine and early maturity of pods is unequaled by any other extra early pea. WV ine two and two and one-half feet high, are unbranched, bearing fovr to seven long pods, which are filled with medium-size dark-green peas of excellent flavor. Ripe peas small, bluish green. Ripens the crop all at once, and is an invaluable variety for market gardeners and canners® A very excellent sort. Don’t fail to try it. Pkt. 6c.; Yo pt. 10c.; pt. 16c.; qt. 30c.
BUGKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY TOM THUMB OR STRAWBERRY.
x ly early variety of superior merit. Vines dwarf, about 9 inches high, completely covered with an abund- Ort The fineee well-filled pods. It is of such upright growth that it can be planted in rows 10 inches apart. Don’t fail to include this variety in your order. Pkt. 7c.; VY pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c.
TRUE AMERICAN WONDER.
Variety whose stout branching vines grow about nine inches high, and are covered with long, well-flled pods con- taining seven or eight large and exceedingly sweet, tender and well-flavored peas, nearly as early as First and Best. Dry peas are medium size, much wrinkled and flattened, pale green. We have taken great pains in growing our stock and know it to be pure and true. Pkt. 7c.; '/ pt. 15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 40c.
BUGKBEE’S KEW MAMMOTH MELTING SUGAR.
qi ceeeree : ll others of the edible podded class of garden Peas, not only in size of pod, ‘but also This variety is far superior to all s in delicious quality, in which the large, sweet, brittle and suc-
culent pods have none of the
tough, inner lining found in. the
ordinary varieties of garden
Peas; they are used in the same
Way as snap or string beans: the
pods are very large, “straight,
Smooth, exiremely tender, so
brittle that they snap; without
any string; cf the most delicious
flavor, borne in abundance on
vines 3 to 4 feet high. Send to Buckbee for original stock seed. Pkt. 8c.; 2 pt. 15¢.; pt. 25c.; qt. +0c.
Remember that I prepay the charges on Peas by \% pt., pt.. and qt.
f \ BEEFSTEAK IS THE BEST TOMATO. DON’T FORGET IT.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. 47
GRANT’S FAVORITE.
HIS new variety of my own introduction is unquestion- ably the finest medium and late Pea ever offered, coming into use just after the early varieties are through bearing. This trait alone makes it an exceptionally valu- able sort. It is a luxuriant grower, growing from 3 to 4 f feet high, is an enormous yielder, completely outyielding fi MAR all other varieties. . >i i i = HA Crand Good Late Pea—The pods are of good’ size and al- Sy il | | Ways well tilled with exceptionally sweet and highly- , i MATAR Hauvored Peas. It is nearly an upright* grower, but will : do better if staked or planted along a fence. It will please you either for family, market garden or shipping purposes. My original seed was secured from an old friend of General Grant’s, at Galena, Ill, who had received it from General Grant. I control the entire supply of this variety. Pkt. 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c.
NEW EVERBEARING.
The great continuous evyerbearing variety, which gives it special value for late summer and autumn use; stout vines growing 18 inches or more high, bearing at the top large quantities of broad pods containing 6 to 8 large wrinkled Peas, balf an inch or more ii diameter; quality unsurpassed; if pods are picked as they mature, and if the seuson and soil are favorable, the plant will throw out from the axil of each leaf, branches bearing pods which will mature in succession, thus prolonging the season. ‘The Peas cook quickly, are tender, of superior flavor and pre- ferred by many to any other sort. Try it. Pkt, 7ce.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c.
BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED STRATAGEM.,.
One of the best of the large podded sorts. The pods are of immense size and uniformly filled with yery large, dark green leas of the finest quality. All the good qualities of the Old Stratagem are highly de- yeloped in our Improyed, and it is vastly superior to the stocks now generally *sold as Stratagem. Vine medium height, but very stocky, with very broad, light green leaves and bearing an abundance of large, handsome pods. The best Pea now on the market for those who want large, showy pods and Peas without any sacrifice in quality. One of the yery best varieties for market gardenei’. Pkt, 6c.; % pt,
12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c, HEROINE.
This is without doubt the best of all second early Peas. It combines both quantity and quality of yield. It grows very uniformly, about 2% feet high, bearing a profusion of large, long, pointed pods, containing from 7 to 9 large Peas of finest quality. The quality is of the very best. We recommend ) it with confidence, knowing well it will give satisfaction. Pkt. 7c.; % pt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c, \ i)
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It is a green, wrinkled, main crop variety, growing to about 2 to 2% feet in height: pods are large, slightly curved, produced mostly in pairs ard all over the vine from bottom to top. The Peas are large, oval, deep green and of a delicious flavor when cooked. So packed in the pods that when open it would almost seem impossible that they could be contained in the pod. Vines are very sturdy, and, being of a branching habit, can be sown more thinly than most varieties. Its season is just right to sueceed Grant’s l’ayorite, as it comes into bearing when that grand yariety is about finished. Pkt, 7ce.; % pt. 12c.;
pt. 20c.; at. 35c. NEW TELEPHONE.
This Pea has proved to be a valuable acquisition. Vines vigorous, growing about + feet high, with large, coarse leaves. Pods very large, filled with immense Peas, which are tender, sweet and of excellent flavor. Notwithstanding the large amount of inferior and spurious stock which has been sold, no Pea of recent introduction has gained more rapidly in popularity than this, thus showing that it has sterling merit which gardeners appreciate. ‘The stock we ofier is prolific and has been carefully selected. Pkt, 5¢e.; % pt. 10c.; pt. 16c.; qt. 30c.
WILLIAM HURST.
The Peas are ready for the table June 28th, as early as American Wonder, while the vines are much more _ pro- ductive. and it comes very near to being a ‘‘one-picking variety.’’ Of handsome, dwarf growth, the vines are 8 to 10 inebes high, foliage of dark green color, haulms are close jointed and very prolific. The pods are well filled with large Peas, each containing 6 to 8, so closely packed that the Peas are flattened against each other. Quality the very best. Pkt. 6c.; % vt. 12c.; pt. 20c.; qt. 35c,
JUNO.
A dwarf, main erop, wrinkled variety Pea, enormously productive, excellent flayor. We have now had _ several years’ acquaintance with ‘‘Juno’’ Pea, and every year we esteem it more highly. It is a main crop variety with vigorous coustitution, which shows itself in the strong, handsome branching plant. It is 2 feet in height, requiring little or no brushing. It produces an abundance of the finest Peas possible, the vines being actually laden with pods, which remain tender and retain their flavor for a long time. Pkt, 6c.; 42 pt. 12c.; pt. £0c.; qt, CSc,
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I can also supply the following new and standard Teas which are too well known to require extended descriptions:
Pkt. Ypt. Pt. “Qt; ; Pkt. %pt. Pt. at. Improved Early Dan O’Rourke...... 5c, 8c. 15c, 28c. MHorsford’s Market Garden, very pro- Rural New Yorker, very early...... 5e, 8c, 52. 8c. TfiCupcterescicteo Naleiaiere ere cunlotelevararetaie ». 6c. 12c:; 20c. 35, XLV AMIGALIY, F KCDL sidiass\c one's ole olen sieieiciciels 5c, 8c. 15c, 28c. McLean’s Advancer, good second early 5c. lve, 16c. 30c. Catrter’s’ First Crop, early.......... 5c. 8c, 15c. 28c, Improved Pride of the Market, great LAU YPN ce Vielstobes lel ctericlars steal creletete ctetetece 5e, 8c, 15c. 28c, f AV OLE ereveteraiprcloatelers =fers"aie erele aha etebe 6c. 12c, 20c. 35c. New Maud §&., popular early.......... 2, 10c, 16c, 3c, Shropshire Hero, well filled pods, Extra Early Philadelphia........... 5c. 10c. 13c. 80c. PUOUD Cre Ne ee US ravete 5e, 10c. 16c. — 30c.
Extra Early Premium Gem -.- Gc, 12c., 20c. 35c, Yorkshire Hero, standard, popular.. 5c, 10c, 16c, 30c, True American Wonder, fine early... 7c, 15c, 25c, 40c, Telegraph, favorite late sort... eS McLean's Improved Little Gein, early 62. 1gc, Z0c, dc. Improved Champion of England, star
Duke of Albany.....---. cocceccsecee GC, 12c, 20c, 35c. dardilate cc... Taseierajevsiois ojeisis «'s 10c, 16c, 30c. ATTGh PAC ITAL Me wcloivie ov ore cloceibinj cle seeeee OC, 10c, 16c, 30c, Large White Marrowfat............ 8c. ldc. 28c. Buckbee’s Stariler.........20c+e2+-0- Ls. Ic, £02, 852,° Large Black-Eyed Martowfat........ 8c, 15c. 28c. Bliss’ Abundance, splendid........-. 6c, 12c, 20c. 85c, Improved White Field............... 8c. 15c, 28c,
FREE GIFTS.
This year 1 will distribute One Million Packages of Seed for trial, Everybody will get some- thing, even if order amounts to only 20c. The larger the order the more extras will be added.
MONTE CRISTO IS THE BEST WATERMELON. SEE PAGE 39.
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T IS an acknowledged fact that the first early bunch Onions in market command the highest price, and the supply is never equal tothe demand. Wh not plant that open spot in your garden with Onion Sets and reap the golden harvest which awaits you for the efforts. The several varieties, or eac _ _ variety, may be planted for succession. Buckbee’s Improved Top being the earliest variety, should be planted in the majority. Egyptian, or Peren- nial Tree, comes in next; then follow in rapid order Red, Yellow and White Bottom Sets, Buckbee’s New White Potato, New White Multiplier, New Yellow Potato and Shallots, or Yellow Multipliers. Soon after the latter-named sort is ready for market the young Seed Onions will also be ready. Just see what an advantage you will have over your neighbors by planting my superior varieties of Onion Sets. Success awaits you. Isit not worth while to beupandat it?
BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED TOP SETS— By far the most BOTTOM ONION SETS. site superior variety. Mr. Minckler, the leading market gardener of Osh- These are the product of seed and are used for “green Onions” or to pro- kosh, Wis., writes: ‘I consider the Improved Top Sets far ahead duce large Onions, which they do much quicker than can be grown from seed.
of any other variety. They are the best Onions to eat, will yieldatleasts Oursetsare very choice,smalland dry. See the three varieties one-third more and ripen muchearlier than any of the Seed Onions. J _Of Bottom Onion Sets quoted below—White, Red and Yellow.
shall plant them for my main crop next season.’”’ Itisthe best keeper
that I know of, having kept perfectly solid for overa year. I should SPECIAL BULK PRICES. ve advise you to order early, ae my stock is sure to be exhausted before the I prepay charges on Onion Sets by the pint and quart. Quantities of & season is over. Give this variety atrial. Postpaid, pt. 20c.; qt. bu % pas 44 bu. and bu. shipped by express or freight at buyer’s expense 35c. and risk.
a Sas pao : NOTICE.—In order to get our Catalogue out on time, we New White Multiplier—One of the most popular varieties, and in some have to {;o to press an some of our pages (this Onion Set markets sells in preference to all others. Extremely early and a very age is one of them) in October, which is before most varie- fine keeper; valuable for both home and market purposes. You cannot pag = 5 aseee possibly be disappointed with it, and will make a mistakeif you fail to ESS OUSIE AOE ONS Or Dee ae Ee a ese reladad tan your order Postpaid t 18¢ - at. 30c possible at this date. You wiil please understand, however, R DAS e3pue a that they are subject to inarket fluctuations. If prices are BUCKBEE’S NEW WHITE POTATO SETS— Of pure lower when your order is received, more Sets will be added; silvery white color, producing 20 bulbs ina cluster from a single bulb if higher, the amount will be decreased. planted; of excellent quality and size for bunching green; can be Varieties. Pt. t. %Bu. %Bu. \WwBu. Bu. ripened for use as pickling Onions; for this latter purpose can be more | Buckbee’s Improved Top (best) 20c 35c 75c $1.25 $2.25 $4.00 economically grown than from seed. Keepsforayear. Itsmostim- | New White Multipliers......... 18ce 30c T5e 1.25 2.25 4.00 portant quality is its earliness, being ready for market several weeks Buckbee’s New White Potato... 20e 35c T5c 1.25 2.25 4.00
ahead of the rest. Postpaid, pt. 20c.; qt. 35c. New Yellow Eotalen papers 18¢ es fue A nese ae New Yellow Potato Sets—Identical to the above except color, which is gyptian, or Perennial Tree... 1ze < c 4 : -
ofarich straw yellow. They produce large, ays ripe Onions Se Soe atultipliers ae ane Bee ey eae ike
earlier than any_other kind. Postpaid, pt. 18c.; qt. 30c. OULOMY Sets ONOLCORURELCC eel wy c : ¥ d
Bottom Sets—Choicest Yellow. 10ce 18c 30c -50 -90 1.65
Shallots, or Yellow Multipliers—A very desirable variety and resem- | Bottom Sets—Choicest White.. 10c 18c 30¢ 50 .90 1.65 bles the White Multiplier, except in color, which is of a very rich straw All varieties of Onion Sets are sold by standard weight bushel of 32 lbs., | shade. You will be pleased with results by planting this | except Buckbee’s Improved Top and Egyptian or Perennial Tree, which variety. Postpaid, pt.15c.; qt. 25c. weigh 28 lbs. per bushel.
Egyptian, or Perennial Tree Sets—This variety never forms a large : bulb. Specially adapted for producing green Onions for spring or fall Important—We are anxious to sell you seeds! Please understand use. Are immensely productive and perfectly hardy. Being perennial, that the Onion Set Prices quoted on this page are subject to change without they will, if left in the ground, continue growing for an indefinite time, notice. The safest way—if you require any amount of Sets—will be for increasing both from the bottom and from sets produced on top of the you to send me a list of your requirements and I will quote you lowest stalx. Postpaid, pt. 12c.; qt. 20c. market prices by return mail.
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4 How to raise Onions is a question I am asked many times every The Soil. O: tals
year, and will try to answer from my experience in raising thous- ands of bushels annually. A good crop of Onions can be grown on any soil which will produce a full crop of corn, unless it be a stiff clay, very light sand or gravel, or certain varieties of muck or swamp lands, on which they invariably grow necky and cannot be made to ripen down well, while other muck soils give immense crops of the finest quality. We prefer a rich sandy loam, with a light mixture of elay. This is much better {f it has been cultivated with hoed crops, kept clean of weeds and well manured for two years previous, beeause if a quantity of manure to raise an ordinary so!l to a proper degree of fertility is applied at once, it is likely to make the Onions yery soft.
Onion seed, as every gardener and Onion fancier knows, is one of The Seed.
the seeds in the buying of which price should never be questioned. Why should yon speculate on wild cat stock, or that which may be offered as good seed—cheap? Does it not take a great deal of money and an untold amount of care to produce the Choicest Stock Seed? Is the difference of a few cents in the cost of a pound of seed anything in comparison to the hundreds of dollars at stake in your Onion crop? Most assuredly not. I have made a life-long study of Onion growing and the seed which I offer can be relied upon as being second to none—if not the best.
Sowing. This should be done as soon as the ground can be gotten ready, and
cun be Gone best by a hand seed drill. This should be carefully adjusted (testing it by running it over the barn floor) to sow the desired quantity of seed, and xbout one-fourth inch deep. The quantity needed will vary with the soil, the seed used and the kind of Onions desired. Thin seeding gives much larger Onions than thick. Four to six pounds of seed per acre is the usual quantity needed to grow large Onions, while for growing pickling and set Onions from 20 to 5) pounds per acre is required I use a drill with a roller attached. but if the drill has none, the ground should be well rolled with a hand roller immediately after the seed is planted.
Cultivation. Give the Onion the first hoeing, just skimming the ground be-
tween the rows, as soon as they can be seen the length of the row. Prefer the McGee Cultivator for operation, which you will find offered on drill page. This hoe allows the earth to pass over the blade without moving it out of place. Hoe again in a few days, this time close up to the plants, after which weeding must be cortinued. This operation requires great care to be thoroughly done.. The weeder must work on his knees astride of the rows, stirring the earth around the plunts in order to destroy any weeds that have just started. In 10 days or 2 weeks they will require another hoeing, and if necessary, another weeding. If the work has been thoroughly dore at the proper time; the crop will not require further care until ready to gather.
Plant Buckbee’s Celebrated Pedigree Onion Seed this Year; Insure a Crop. Onion Seed that I Offer of My Own Growth is Fresh 1902 Crop.
BUCKBEE’S ROUND OR YELLOW FLAT DANVERS —Magnificent sort in every way. After years of careful selection, I have a strain of this popular sort that is seem- ingly perfect. Reliability for bottoming and large yield are combined in this popular Danyers variety. It is very handsome in appearance, round in shape, though thick through, of fine size; in fact, is ideal in every respect for market and family pur- poses; skin is thin. of a rich straw color, flesh is pearly white, fine grained, firm, mild, and of excellent quality. It ripens exceedingly early, keeps well and sells readily. I also consider this variety one of the very best for growing sets. You will not be disappointed in the results by planting Ruckbee’s_ Round or Yellow Danvers Onion, either for family, market or shipping purposes; - Select stock. seed; my own growth. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 0z. 12c.; %4 Ib. 22c.3 % Ib. “42c.; 1b. 80c.
BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY COMBINATION—1—This distinct new variety is the yery earliest Onion in cultivation. Of a pure paper-white color, very mild and delicate in flavor; from 1 inch to 144 inches in diameter, and three-fourths of an inch in thickness. Its extreme earliness makes it very valuable for early table use as well as bunch Qnions for market. At maturity the tops die down directly to the bulb, leaying the neatest and most handsome little bulbs imaginable, which are exceed- ingly yaluable for pickling purposes. Its extreme earliness and fine quality cannot fail to make it a fayorite Combination Onion in every garden. It pays to plant the best. Choicest seeds of my own growth. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 20c,; 2 oz, 35c.; %4 lb. 60c.; ¥% Ib. $1.16; lb, $2.00,
SELECTED YELLOW STRASBURG, OR DUTCH—2—Bulbs are quite flat and of good size, skin yellow, of darker color than the Danvers, flesh white, of mild flavor; keeps well. This is the variety that is used the most extensively for growing yellow Onion sets. It is yaluable alike for family and market purposes. A great yielder and splendid keeper. Stock seed of my own growth, Pkt. 4c.; 0z, 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; Y% lb. 25c.; % lb, 45c,; 1b. 85c.
EXTRA EARLY NEW QUEEN—A silver-skinned variety of quick growth and remarkable keeping qualities. If sown in early Spring it will produce Onions 1 to 2 inches in diameter early in Summer; if sown in July, will, with favorable weather, be ready to pull Jate in Autumn, and be sound and fit for use the following Summer. Particularly valuable for pickles. If sown thickly they will mature perfect hard Onions from one-half to three-quarters of an inch in diameter. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 12c,.; 2 oz. 22c.; 44 lb, 42c.; % ib. 82c.; lb. $1.60,
SOUTEPORT SELECTED RED GLOBE—4—Tor many years this valuable variety has commanded the highest price in many markets, because of its beautiful shape ana color. This variety is of medium size, just right, in fact, for all purposes; spherical, with small neck, very rich red color and of the most superior quality. Finest Red Globe yet produced. Choicest stock seed of my own growth. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 10c,; 2 oz. 18c.; %4 1b. 34c.; % 1b, 66c.; 1b, $1.30,
SOUTHPORT SELECTED WHITE GLOBE—5—A large globe-shaped Onion; firm, fine grained, very mild flavor; keeps well. ‘This is one of the handsomest Onions grown, of beautiful shape, clear white skin and commands the highest price. Se- lected stock seed of my own growth. Pkt, 4c,; oz, 12c,; 2 oz. 24c.; 14 lb. 44c.; % lb. 86.; lb. $1.70,
NEW WHITE SILVERSKIN, OR WHITE PORTUGAL—3—Very desirable for family use Flavor mild and pleasant; skin silver white of handsome appearance, highly esteemed for pickling when young, also for market in early winter. This is the variety from which white Onion sets are grown. You will make no mistake _by planting this excellent sort. It will please you immensely for any purpose. Buy your seeds from first hands. Selected stock seed of my own growth, Pkt, 4c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 24c,; 14 lb. 44c.; % 1b, 86c.; lb, $1,70,
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German, ZWIEBEL; French, OIGNON; Spanish, CEBOLLA; Swedish, Lok.
One Ounce of Seed for 100 Feet of Drill. Four to Six Pounds in Drills for an Acre.
New Genuine Prizetaker—The king of all Yellow Globe Onions; has proved the greatest acquisition in years. The very largest, handsomest, finest flavored of all. It is of a very bright, clear straw color, and always grows to a uniform shape, which is a perfect globe. Has a very small neck, and always ripens up large and fine without any stiff neck. The Prizetaker has pro- duced the seemingly fabulous yield of 2,000 bushels per acre. Many are offering Spanish King and similar varieties under the name of Prizetaker. Prices more reasonable than ever before. I have harvested a larger crop than ever, and will be pleased to offer it
symmetrical. Skin is thin. of a beautiful reddish hue, while the fiesh is delightfully pure white, very fine grained and of pleasing flavor. I control the entire stock of this grand novelty. My own growth. Choicest stock seed. Pkt. 10c.; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; 14 lb. 60c.; % Ib. $1.10; 1b. $2.00.
Buckbee’s Mammoth Silver King—The Mammoth Silver Kivg grows to a remarkable size. The bulbs are of at- tractive form, flattened, but thick through. The average diameter of the Onion is from 5 to 7% inches. fhus making the circumference from 15 to 22 inches. Single
at the following low prices: My own growth. Choicest stock seed, bulbs often attain weighis of from 214 to 4 pounds each. The
Pkt. 4c.; oz, 8c.; 2 oz, 15c,; 14 lb, 28c.; 1% 1b. 55c.; lb. $1.10. skin is of a beautiful silvery white. The flesh is of a snowy whiie
and of a particularly mild and pleasant flavor. So sweet and
Buckbee’s Red Giant—The King of Red Onions. Magnificent new tender is the flesh that it can be eaten like an apple. Matures
variety of my own introduction: has met with the greatest suc- early and is of large size and perfect form. It cannot be too
eess everywhere, and is now one of the most popular varieties highly recommended. A good thing is always imitated, and many
in existence. The largest Red Onion, often weighing from 4 to dealers are offering other varieties under this name. Don’t be mis-
5 pounds. Many of my customers have grown specimens weigh- led. Choicest Stock Seed; my own growth. Pkt, 5c.; oz. 1lbdc.; ing 8 to 4 pounds. In shape Buckbee’s Red Giant is round and 2 oz. 25c.; 4% lb, 45c.; ¥% Ib. 80c.; 1b. $1.50,
A Packet of Onion | BIG THREE SPECIAL OFFER. Seed Contains snore than 1,000 seeds.
To get these Three Giant Onions thoroughly established, I will offer one Liberal Package each of New Genuine Prizetaker, Ruckbee's Red Giant, and Mammoth Silver King for only 15dc. You are sure to capture the fizst prize at your fair by growing these varieties, and you can find ready sales for all the Onions you can grow from my Selected Stock Seed. Order early. Don’t wait until my stock is exhausted.
This is the most perfect type of the globe-shaped Onion ever offer ed. I have been years in perfecting this strain, carefully selecting tke most perfect type of bulbs for seed stock, so that now I have! an Onion eutirely different from the Yellow Globe Danvers. It ripen : early, has a very small neck, the eatire crop drying down at one time.
under ordinary cultivation the past season, thousands of my customer: have reported yields of 1,000 bushels per acre. Remember that I con trol the entire supply of this variety, and the Stock Seed that I offer is My Own Growth, 4c.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; 14 Ib. 28c.; 44 ¢ Ib. 55c.; Ib, $1.00. 3
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BUCKBEE'S NEW WANPUM--THE GREAT MONEY MAKER. THE BARGAIN OF THE YEAR.
New customers should remeinber that Buckbee’s Reliable Onion Seed is grown only from carefully prepared hand sorted and selected bulbs, is always of a high germinating quality and of unusual vigor of growth, by reason of its super- lative vitality. My Onion Seed has an excellent reputation in every prominent Onion-growing district in the country, and is unsurpassed by any otber house in the trade, and in many sections is planted to the exclusion of all other strains. I am de- termined as usnal to furnish my customers the very chvicest strictly fine stoek— seeds that grow. Varieties with medals by the score for superior quality. Vonchers by the thousands us the most satisfactory strains for largest cash re- turns. I build business by giving satisfaction. If you buy ten pounds of any variety wrife for special price. I can save you money on every deal. Over one hundred thousand customers are with me. Buekbee’s Great Western Pedigree Onion Seed is tie brightest, freshest obtainable, and I advise early orders, as I cannot keep these ‘‘Bargain Offers’? open after. my own growth of seed is k exhausted. Buckbee’s New Wampum—The Great Money-Maker—This grand sew variety, which was sent out for trial in 1898. has proyen, as its name indicates, the Money-Making Onion, Its color is a beautiful golden yellow, very attractive and striking. It is the most perfect globe-shaped Onion in existence today. The bulbs are firm and solid and excellent keepers. The necks are small and cure down to almost nothing. Is an enormous yielder; various customers claim from 1,000 to 2,000 bushels per acre. If you wish tke best Onion you eyer planted, try this greatest of all Onions. Pkt. 5c.; 02, 15c.; 2 oz. 25c.; % Ib, 45c.; % Ib, 80c.; Ib, $1.50.
EXTRA EARLY RED.
A favorite early variety of fine shape. Always good yielder and magnificent keeper. It is of the most excellent quality; with th* exception, perhaps, of my celebrated Red Wethersfield. there is no red Onion that realizes such large prices in market. Its heautifv! sbape ané@ rich purplish crimson color make it extremely attractive and desirable for all general purposes, Money in Buckbee’s Onion Seed. Selected stock sced; my own growth. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 lb. 28c.; % 1b. 55c.; lb, $1.00,
NEW CREOLE.
Popular Southern variety. grown in preference to other varieties of the South. The Creole or Lonisiana Onion shape is a medium flat globe, of a dark straw color. The flesh is a beautiful white, of excellent flayor. Many Southern planters are realizing very large returns from: this valuable Onion. Great quantities are always on hand in the Southern markets. At the great French market at New Orleans this is the favorite, and none of the commission dealers caré to handle any other sort. Is in the market early and the supply has never yet equaled the demand for this favorite vegetable. The Best Onion for Southern Markets, Choicest seed of my own growth. Pkt. 5c.; oz, 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; % lb. 60c.; % lb. $1.10; 1b. $2.00.
SELECTED, YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS.
The finest standard Yellow Globe Danvers Onion ever offered. Of fine, symmetrical, large size, average specimens weighing from oue to two pounds eacb. The bulbs ‘are very choice, finely grained, exceptionally mild and very early. It is a grand, magnificent keeper. In many sections it will find ready sale at much higher prices than any other vya- riety: frequently produces 800 bushels or more to the acre, from seed the first year. I control the best stock of this celebrated variety. Selected seed of my own growth. Pkt. 4c.; oz. %c.; 2 oz. 14c.3)4 lb,. £6c.3 % Ib. 50c.; Ib. 95c,
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The Most Valuable Variety Introduced in a Generation.
The Australian Brown Onion jis of medium size, wonderfully hard and solid, and most attractive for market, both as to form and ap- } zs pearence. They are extremely early in ripening, and never make any
stiff-necks or scallions. Every seed seems to produce a_ good-sized
Onion, and the bulb begins to form very quickly—when the plant is rot over 3 inches high. The Coming Oniou. Planted at the same \ time as Red Wethersfield it proved to be nearly 4 weeks earlier and ripened off more uniformly. TF-rom its firmness and hardness. it will keep in good condition longer than any other Onion known. The color of the skin is a clear, amber brown. So widely contrasted from any other Onion is this color that it will be noticed on market, and when once bought. pubehascrs will more ukely eu again for ‘‘those beautiful rown Onions. + 4¢C.: oz 8c.; 2 b 3 ° BH Y%, lb. 50c.; 1b. 90c. Sees weniacaiaycree
G. W. Gaunt, North Hadley. Mass., writes: “Your Onion seed has proved to be superior to any in this section in every respect; is the earliest. I shall not hesitate in saying that your Onions are food keepers: they are of such good quality and bandsome shape.’’
Buckbee’s Rockford Seed Farms Are Noted for Lowest Prices, Best Seed, Promptness and Accuracy.
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BUCKBEE’S RED WETHERSFIELD ONION. ONE OF MY LEADING SPECIALTIES. .
I have received many letters from my customers stating their THE GREATEST OF ALL RED ONIONS. yields to be over 1,000 bushels per acre the past season. The shape There are many Strains of this justly celebrated Onion offered, is accurately shown in the illustration above. In color the skin is a
to say none that ec surpass Buckbee’s Prize Medal deep, rich, purplish red, while the flesh is of a beautiful white, aN venture tomers ORE Ee The aS strains, good, bad and finely grained and of good flavor. My customers throughout the
indifferent, that are generally offered the unwary planter, come to country endorse It as the best Red Onion they have grown. 1 § maturity all the way from August up until as late as October. This trust ro Onion grower that receives my catalogue will fail to unreliability of cropping is very disastrous to some localities. The try at least 2: small quantity of Buckbee’s Red Wetherfield Onion, seed which I am offering is of the earliest form, grown from hand- for all- ought to know how much superior it is to other strains
sorted bulbs that will produce very large Onions of immense size; offered = 1% to 2% pound Onions from seed the first year are of frequent SELECTED STOCK SEED MY OWN GROWTH.
occurrence, Buckbee’s Red Wethersfield grows with unusual regu- This seed will produce highly rich-colored long-keeping Onions, larity, seullions being unknown. It is a magnificent keeper. An sure to command the highest prices in the market. Will yield f enormous cropper, 700 to 1,000 bushels have frequently been raised double the amount of aus seed you can secure from any other upon a single acre. dealers. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 8c,; 2 0z. 15c.; 14 1b, 28c.; 14 Ib. 55c.; 1b. $1.00.
Mr. Wischmeyer, of Deadwood. S. Dakota, one of the largest Mr. Garnet, of North Hadley, Mass., writes: ‘‘I am pleased Onion growers in the country, writes: ‘‘Have tried_every strain to state that the 30 pounds of Onion seed procured from you of this popular Onion, but find Buckbee’s Large Red Wethers- this spring has produced splendid results. I believe that every field far in advance of all others.’’ seed grew.
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EVEN AS A GIFT IF YOU PLANT IS WHAT I FIND MY CUSTOMERS The country is flooded with it, but I am satisfied that good fresh seed, crop of 1902, THE RIGHT SEED ALWAYS WANT cannot be purchased at lower prices than And that is what they secure if they send di- quoted in this book. The figures given here- Now customers should sa nombenthephacia rect to headquarters for THE BEST ONION with are the Jowest prices I will likely be bee's Reliable Onion Seed is only grown from SEED IN THE WORLD, namely: able to quote for many years to come. Bear earefully hand-sorted and selected bulbs, is : in mind, good, sound, plump seed has always al Wayaton highteornimateienn erantite: H W BUCKBEE been one of my, CS specialeesyandihat unusual vigor of growth by reason of its su- : : 7 more than 103,000 Onion growers look to me
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reputation in almost every prominent Onion-
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THe SALSIFY is one of the most delicious and nutritious of vegetables, and should be more generally cultivated for use in winter, when the supply of -eally good vegetables is so limited. It has a grassy top and a long, white, tapering root, nearly resembling asmall parsnip. It closely assim- i/ates to the tasteand flavor of the oyster, when properly cooked, and isa good substitute for it; very wholesome and nutritious. The roots are either boiled and mashed or made into fritters, in which form they are delicious. It succeeds best in a Jight, well enriched soil, which should be stirred toa good depth. Coarse and fresh manure should be avoided, as it will surely cause the roots to grow uneven and ill-shaped. Sow early and quite deep, giving the general culture recommended for parsnips. The roots are per- fectly hardy, and may remain out all winter, but should bo dug early in the spring, as they deteriorate rapidly after growth commences. Store a quan- tity for winter use in a pit or cellar in damp earth or sand. Long White—The well-known standard variety. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; 4 lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.
SPINACH.
German, SprnaT; French, EPINARD; Spanish, ESPINACO. One ounce of see ror 100 feet of drill—10 to 12 pounds in drills per acre,
Spinach is very hardy, extremely wholesome and palatable Culture eral makes a deliciony dish of greens, retaining its bright green color after cooking. Itshould be planted in very rich ground, the richer the better. Sowin drills one foot apart, and commence thinning out the plants when the leayesare Linch wide. All should be cut before hot weather orit will be tough and stringy For early spring use the seed should besown early inautumn. Inthe North the plants will require a slight protection of Jeaves or straw, but in the Southern states no protection is necessary, and they will continue their growth most all winter.
Buckbee’s New Long Standing—An improved round-seeded strain of excellent merit, having all of the good qualities of the ordinary sorts and continuing in condition for use much longer. The leaves are smooth and yery dark richgreen. Cannot be beat for market and family purposes. kt.5c.3 oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 12c.; % lb. 15¢e.; % lb. 25c.; Ib. 40c.; 4 lbs. $1.50 postpaid.
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Atruly American variety of the highest merit now offered for the first time. The long, white tapering roots are ofthe most superior quality, excelling by far any variety now on the market. My seed is limited this i and I advise early orders. Pkt. 10c.; oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 30c.; %
2 30c.; % Ib. 80c.; Ib. $1.50.
Mammoth Sandwich Island—Of extra large size, in every way referable to the older varieties, being larger, stronger growing, and less iable to branch. Invaluable to market gardeners. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 10c.5
@ oz. 16c.; % lb. 30c.; % Ib. 50c.; Ib. 9Oc.
SORREL.
German, SAUERAMPFER; French, OSFILLE.
Is cultivated for its acidity and used largely in salads. Sow in drills early in spring and thinthe seedlings to6 or 8 inches apart in the row. One may commence cutting in 2 or3 months and plants will continue bear- ing for 3 or 4 years.
Large-Leaved Garden—The best garden variety, having large pale green leaves of fine quality. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 16c.; % Ib. 28c.; 4% Ib. 50c.; lb. 90c.
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Victoria—A new sort which is quick to mature, and forms a very large, exceedingly thick leaf, which is somewhat savoyed inthecenter, It re- mains in use much longer than most kinds, and cannot fail to please whether grown for market or inthe private garden. Pkt. 2c.; oz. 4c.; 2 oz. 7c.; % lb. 10c.; % lb. 18¢.; Ib 30c.; 4 lbs. 81.00.
I can also supply the following new and standard varieties of Spinach which are too well known to require extended descriptions, at the uni- form price, poctpat) as follows: kt. 2c.; oz. 4c.; 2 oz. 7ce.; 4% Ib. 10c.; % Ib. 18c.; lb. 30c.; 4 1bs. $1.00: Bloomsdale Savoy Leaved, Monstrous Viroflay, Improved Thick Leaved, Long Standing Prickly Seeded, Prickly Seeded Winter.
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German, RETTIG RADIESCHEN; French, Rapis RAVE, PETITE RAVE; Spanish, RaBano; Swedish, RaTTIKOR.
One ounce of seed for 100 feet of drill; 8to 10 poundsin drills forone acre.
My Seed is saved from select and trans- planted roots; stands on its merits and is without an equal in the seed world.
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The Quickest of all—Maturesin 14 Days. Quick growth is one of the main essentials for a cris and tender Radish. This remarkable and world-renowned variety generally matures in about 14 days, whic makes it one of the most valuable sorts for forcing or outdoor culture. The flesh is pure white, crisp and of very pleasant flavor; the skin is a most attractive bright scarlet. The leaves are very short, which admits of close sow- ing. Remember that I control the entire stock of this variety. Send to Buckbee for the choicest stock seed. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % lb 265c.; &% lb. 40c.; lb. 75c.
BUCKBEE’S CRYSTAL FORCING.
THE BEST AND QUICKEST WHITE RADISH.
Without an Equal—Matures in 14 Days. An peenomledged leader—the par excellence in each and every respect. Pure snow white in color—fairly crystal—so clear and transparent. Nothiug is more tempting and pleasing than acombination of Buckbee’s Orystal Forcing and Buckbee’s Rapid Forcing when arranged in market or on the table; contrasting as they do beautifully, the crystal white color of the one and the delightful scarlet of the other. Send to Buckbee for Choicest Stock Seed. I control the entire stock. Pkt. &c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; \ Ib. 25c.; ¥& Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c.
NEW LEAFLESS. YOU WANT THIS CHARMING RADISH.
The extra early forcing Radishes lately introduced are remarkable for the small size of their leaves; they develop their roots in so short atime that the latter are practically in advance of the leaves. The character is still more noticeable in this new variety. Theseed leaves, whichassume a great development from the start, are the only green parts to be seen on the plants until the bulbs are almost large enough for pulling. Only at that time one or two short leaves are produced. The roots are ofthe shape and color of our pid Forcing Radish. Send to Buckbee for the Best Seed. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; 2 oz. 18c.; & lb. 35c.; 14 Ib.
6Uc.; Ib. $1.00. NEW TRIUMPH.
THE GREATEST RADISH NOVELTY.
Both Unique and Useful—Matures early, generally in about 14 days. What can produce a more pleasing effect on the table than this beautiful variety! The roots are of globular form, tops are short and attractive, which make it valuable for cultivation under glass. The flesh is very crisp and solid and of mild, pleas- ing flavor. Its most attractive and distinctive feature, however, isthe unique color of the skin. The ground color isbeautifulivory white, striped horizontally and splashed with bright scarlet. Sure to become popular with market gardeners and private planters. Send to Buckbee for the Best Seed. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.; » 2 oz. 18¢e.; % lb. 35c.; 14 Ib. 60e.: Ib. $1. : ;
NEW WHITE DRESDEN. A GRAND NEW VARIETY FROM GERMANY.
Here is a splendid variety! We grow it extensively on our Rockford Seed Farms and it proves a revelation to everyone. Thousands of our customers from every part of the country testify to its goodqualities. When » planted underordinary conditions the first of May it is ready for the table the firstof June. Thetops aresmall and admit of the closest planting. As will be seen by the illustration, the radishes are perfectly round and smooth, while they have anattractive white skin. The flesh is crisp,
white, juicy and of the finest flavor. Market gardeners can either grow this new Radishin the garden orforceit and depend uponan early, perfect, uniform crop. Icontrol the entire seedsupply (scarce this year) and & advise you to order early. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % Ib. B 25ec.; 6 lb. 40c.; lb. 75e. S
NEW GOLDEN DRESDEN.
HERE IS THE BEST OF ALL.
Youcan’t go wrong with this splendid variety. It has proved a universal favorite everywhere. Matures in lessthan 80 days. Flesh pure white, crisp, juicy and of the finest flavor. Skin of beautiful golden russet color. Market gardeners can either grow this variety inthe open ground or force it, and depend upon an early, perfect and uniform crop. Unex- celled forthe home garden. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; lb. 25c.; % Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c.
BUCKBEE’S ROCKFORD MARKET. A WORLD-BEATER AMONG RADISHES. THE BEST LONG EARLY RADISH.
Now offered for the firsttime. For years we have given much attention to this new Radish, and after the repeated trials on our Rockford Seed Farm, as well as in various sections of this country and abroad, it has given unbounded satisfaction. The extraordinary earliness isremarkablein the fact of its growing tosuch a fine size. The shape is regular, smooth and nearly eonical, being intermediate between the half long and extralong sorts. Inbrightnessofcolorit isquite unique, being the hand- somestscarlet we have yet seenin a Radish, and tipped at the” ends of the roots with just enongh white to present an ideal BEpesrauce: Crisp, tender and juicy. [control the entireseedsup- ply of this greatest of all Radishes, and as long as my stock lasts prices to one and all will be: Pkt. 5c.; 07. 10c.; 2 oz 15c.; \ lb. 25c.; 4% Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c.
BUCKBEE GIVES VALUE RECEIVED, EVERY TIME.
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EARLIEST SCARLLT TURNIP— Wc Ui The Famous Standard Variety— EST SCARL Oue of the earliest, finest, juci- ; est, tenderest, sweetest and best SS We afi Radishes for early use grown. 5 Rich red color; flesh white. Pkt, 8c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. ldc.; Yo lb, 25c.; lb. 45c.
EARLIEST WHITE TURNIP—A fa-
vorite, Standard Variety—A very
handsome sort, of extremely quick growth; sweet, juicy and tender. Beautiful ivory white
eolor; flesh, pure white. Pkt. é 8c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % 1b. Se 15c.; Y% Ib, 25c.; lb. 450. =
ROCKFORD BEAUTY—Handsomest and Best—Now offered for the first time. After careful trial both by thousands of our cus- tomers in every part of the country as well as on our Rock- ford Seed Farms, where it first originated, we are launching this remarkably fine variety on the market for public favor. Very early. deep scarlet eolor, with dainty white tip. Flesh erystal white, tender and crisp. I control the entire stock of this variety. Send to Buckbee for the choicest stock seed. Pkt. 5c.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib. 25c.; % lb. 40c.; lb. 75e.
SCARLFT TURNIP WIJITE TIP—A very fine strain of this well-known kind; eyen in size, smooth, fine bright scarlet, with clean white tips. Exceptionally early, fine for forcing or market purposes; a good yariety. Pkt. 38c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % lb. 15c.; % Ib. 25c.; 1b. .40c.
NEW ROSY GEM—Uone of the handsomest: turnip Radishes and a great favorile in many large markets for early planting outdoors. It is but little later than the preceding and will give entire satisfaction where extreme earliness is not the primary object. Roots slightly flattened on the underside, color very dark scarlet with a white tip; flesh white and of the best quality. Recommended as ore of the best for early planting, either for home or market use. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 1% Ib. 1lic.; ¥% 1b. 25c.; lb, 45c.
IMPROVED FRENCH BREAKFAST—The favorite in Paris markets. A medium sized Radish, olive shape, small top, of quick growth, very crisp and tender, of a beautiful scarlet color, except near the tip, which is pure white. A splendid variety for the table on account of its excellent quality and its beautiful color, Pkt, 3c.; 0z, 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 lb. 15ce.; % Ib. 25c.; Ib. 45c, 3 ear
HALF LONG DEEP SCARLET—The roots of this hardy end desirable variety are of a brilliant, deep, rich red color and half long, with a somewhat tapering point; the flesh is very white, crisp and tender, and holds its juici- vess well, not becoming pithy till overgrown. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 lb. 15c.; %- 1b. 25c.; lb, 45c.
EARLY DEEP SCARLET OLIVE SHAPED—In the form of an olive, terminating in very slim tap root. Skin searlet; neck small; flesh rose colored. tender and excellent. Early, good for forcing and general crop. Pkt, 3c.; oz. Gc.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 Ib. 15c.; % Ib. 25c,; lb. 45c,
EARLY WHITE OLIVE SHAPED—Different from the Scarlet Olive Shaped in color and pelng <a little longer. Clear white, crisp and mild flavored. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; ¥% Ib. 15c.3° 4% Ib. 25c,; Ib. 45c.
NEW “‘ICICLE’’ RADISH—A Distinct, Meritorious Variety. Entirely distinct, long, slender, pure white. Very early; much the earliest and finest long white. It is ready for use fully as early as the Long Scarlet, with less foliage, rendering it most desirable for fore- ing. In the open ground the roots continue brittle, crisp and mild until they are fully as large as those of the long varieties. Roots pure snowy white, 4 inches in length and %4 inch in diameter, they retain their crispness and fresh, mild flavor until fully 6 inches long and an inch in diameter. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 7¢.; 2 oz. 12c.; 14 lb. 20c.; % Ib, 35c.; 1b, 60c.
BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED CHARTIERS—The Standard Long Radish. One of the best for sowing outdoors. Roots are very early, hard and crisp until they reach a diameter of 2 inches and three times as long as any of the above, Flesh white, crisp and mild flavored. Pkt, 4c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 0z. 10c.; %4 lb. 15c.; % 1b. 25c.; Ib. 40c.
NEW WHITE LADY FINGER—The finest long white Radish in cultivation. Beautiful in shape and the skin and flesh are pure snow white. Crisp, brittle and of rapid growth. Order early. Pkt. 4c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 oz, 10c.; %4 lb. 15c.; 1% lb. 25c.; Ib. 45c.
EARLY LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET—An improvement in earliness and color over other varieties. Roots ready for use in about twenty-five days when planted outdoors. It has a small top. Pkt, 4c,; oz, 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 1%, Ib. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; lb. 45c,
SUMMER RADISHES.
GOLDEN SUMMER TURNIP—It is perfectly round in shape; neck is finer, leaves smaller and color brighter than the old Yellow Turnip Radish. Pkt, 3c.; oz, 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; Y% Ib. 15c.; % Ib. 25c.; lb, 40c.
GRAY SUMMER TURNIP—Round, turnip-shaped and regular in form. The skin on the upper part is matted with greenish brown. Flesh mild, of greenish white color and tolerably solid. Fine variety. Pkt, 3c.; oz, 6c.; 2 oz. 1Uc.; %4 lb, 15c.; % 1b, 25c.; lb. 40c,
WHITE STRASBURG—This grows to the largest size and is usable when quite small, thus covering a long season. [Four to 5 inches long and about 2 inches thick. Very white, crisp und tender. Pkt. 8¢.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; b Ib, 15c.; % lb, 25c,; lb, 45c.
i WINTER KADISHES. Sow about same time as winter turnips, on light, rich soil, in drills 18 inches apart; give frequent cultivation; thin 2 to 6 inches apart, sccording to size of variety.
MAMMOTH CELESTIAL—Most wonderful of All, An enormous and distinctly fine Radish. of exceptionally quick growth and superior quality; particularly fine for use during the fall and early winter months. The large roots frequently grow from 14 to 18 inches in length and from 6 to 8 inches in diameter. Skin and flesh pure paper white; very tender, crisp, juicy and mild in flavor. Send to Buckbee for the Best Seed. Pkt, 5c.; 0z, 8c.; 2 oz. l5c.; % lb. 25c.; % 1b. 40c.; 1b. T5c.
CHINESE ROSE—The Standard Variety—Roots cylindrical, or largest at the bottom, tapering abruptly to a small tap. Skin very smooth and of a_ bright rose color; flesh firm, crisp, tender and quite pungent. Pkt, 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 Ib, 15c.; % lb, 25c.; 1b, 40c.
CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE—A Great Favorite. [lirst introduced by the Chinese in California. Pure white, about 1 foot long and 2 or 3 inches through, tapering regularly to the tip. Flesh tender and crisp. Pkt, 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %4 lb, 15ce.; % Ib.
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ROUND BLACK SPANISH—Sometimes top-shaped; 3 to 4 inches in diameter; skin black, flesh white; highly flavored. A good keeper. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c,; ™% lb. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; lb. 40c,
LONG BLACK SPANISH—One of the latest as well as the hardiest of the Radishes; an excel- lent sort for winter use Roots oblong, black. of very large size and fine texture. Pkt, 3c.; oz, 6c.; 2 oz, 10c.; %4 Ib. 15c.; % 1b. 25c.; lb. 40c.
: RADISH MLXTURES.
Price each of the following varieties: Pkt, 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 0z. 12c.; % 1b. 16c.; 4% Ib, 28c.; Ib. 50c.
EARLIEST RADISHES, MIXED—For family gardeus, all the earliest varieties.
SUMMER RADISHES MIXED—lor family gardens we offer a mixture of all summer varieties.
WINTER RADISHLS MIXED—Seed of the best white, black and _ rose-skinned varieties, which will produce all the best Radishes for autumn and winter use.
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GOLDEN CUSTARD OR EARLY YELLOW BUSH, SCALLOPED— Standard early summer variety, nice to use in its green state and valuable for making pies when it has attained full size. The
golden yellow color makes it very attractive. Pkt, 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; % 1b. 20c.; % Ib, 35c.; 1b. 60c.
EARLY WHITE BUSH, SCALLOPED OR PATTY-PAN—Highly es- teemed early variety, largely grown for first early crop. From the hard texture of the rind it is well suited for shipping; very pro- ductive and valuable alike for family and market purposes. P&t, 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.3; % lb. 20c.; % Ib. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
EARLY YELLOW OR GOLDEN CROOKNECK—Favorite with market gardeners and private planters. Of dwarf, bushy habit and extremely productive. Flesh creamy yellow, dry and of the most agreeable flayor, so much so that it is one of the most esteemed of the early varieties. Pkt. 3c.; 0z, 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; ¥, ib, 20c.; % Ib, 35c.; 1b. 60c.
GIANT SUMMER STRAIGHTNECK—A splendid new variety having all the good features of the old reliable Golden Crookneck; differing only by having a straight neck. Pkt. 4c.; oz, 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; 4% Ib. 25c.; Yo lb. 40c.; 1b. 75e.
GIANT WHITE SUMMER CROOKNECK—This beautiful sort is the result of years of careful breeding and selection, and it is now one of the most fixed and distinct of our summer Squashes. The fruit is similar in size and shape to Summer Crookneck, but of a beautiful ivory white color, and unsurpassed in quality. We recommend this sort as the most beautiful and one of the very best of the summer varieties. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; %4 lb 25c.; % lb. 40c.; ib. 75c.
BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH YELLOW BUSH—Closely resembles the preceeding, except in color, which is dark, rich, golden yellow. The Squashes are of the finest quality and extra large size. Pkt, 4c.; 0z. 8c.; 2 oz, 15¢.; 4% 1b. 25c.; % 1b. 40c.; lb. 75c.
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EVERY SEED IS CAREFULLY SELECTED.
‘(THE BEST SQUASH
Two ounces for fifty hills. Bush varieties, five to six;
running varieties, three to four pounds in hills for an acre.
{te SQUASH is one of the most nutri-
tious and valuable of our garden vege- tables. The summer varieties come to the table early in the season, while the winter sortscan be had in perfection from August until the summer sorts are again in condi- tion. Plants are tender and sensitive to cold, and planting must be delayed until settled warm weather. General principles of culture are the same as those given for cucumbers and melons, but the plants are less particular as to soil. The summer varieties should be planted 4 to 6 feet apart each way, aad the winter sorts 8 tol0; 9 plants are sufficient for a hill,
BUCKBEE’S NEW GIANT SUMMER CROOKNECK—Our experience and that of our customers rroves it to be one of the best summer Squashes. Twice as large as the ordinary Crookneck. It is more warty and eariier. This combination makes it the most desirable for the market or private garden. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; 14 lb. 25c.; 44 Ib. 40c.; lb. 75c,
NEW DELICATA—Extiremely early, very prolific, the ground color being splashed ana striped with very dark green. The quality is rich and dry. Althvugh of small size, this variety is wonderfully solid and heavy. the seed cavity being small. Will please you for all purposes. PEt, 4c.; 0z, 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 20c.; % Ib. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
COCOZELLE—Fine new early variety. A remarkable feature of this variety is that the little green Squashes, when very small, can either be boiled whole or sliced and fried like Egg Plants, and to my taste are quite equal in flavor, while, of course, they are more easily raised. It will prove a valuable addition to the veze- table garden. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz, 12c.; 14 Ib, 20c.; %4 Ib. 35c.; lb. 60c,
BUCKBEE’S NEW MAMMOTH WHITE BUSH—Scalloped or Im- proved Patty-Pan. Great improvement over the Early White Bush. Very uniform in shupe and wonderfully prolific. Fit to use very early, of a beautiful white color and grow to a large size. 12 to 15 inches across. Valuable alike for family and market purposes. Pkt. 4c.; oz. &c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib, 25c.; 15 Ib. 40c.; 1b. 75c,
COCOANUT—The most beautiful of all Squashes; great bearer, al- Ways gives a full crop; is fine grained and well flavored. Very de- sirable for all purposes. Pkt, $c.; 0z. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; 14 1b, 20c.; 4 lb, 35c.; 1b. 60c.
PINEAPPLE—fFine for summer and fall; flesh is thick; creamy white, and of the richest flavor; exceedingly productive and gives the best satisfaction for all purposes. 4£Kt. 3c.; oz, Te.; 2 oz. 12c.; %4 Ib. 20c.; % 1b, 35c.3 lb. 60c. .
= PERFECT GEM—tThis variety is equally desirable either as a summer of win- ter Squash. Wonderfully productive. Flesh fine grained and cooks dry and sweet. Rich, delicious flavor. Pkt, 3c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12c.; 14 Ib. 20c.; 14 Ib. 35c.; Ib. 60c,
PIKE’S PEAK OR SIBLEY—One of the best keepers; of the finest quality, flesh solid, thick, sweet; orange eolor. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. lic.; 1% Ib, 28c.; % Ib. 50c.; Ib. 90c.
NEW TURBAN—A distinct and valua-
\ ble fall and winter variety. Flesh is dry, sweet and thick, of a bright orange color, and its keeping quali- ties are admirable. It will please you. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib. 25c.; % Ib. 45c.; Ib. 80c.
BAY STATE—New variety, large size. exteremely solid, heavy weight. In eolor it is. dark green, has thick shell, fine, dry, thick flesh of sweet flavor, of a beautiful bright golden eolor; fine grained; very handsome. An excellent keeper. Pkt, 4c.; oz.
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S ty of recent introduction. Color
bright yellow shade outside and
lighter shade inside; flesh dry and
Sweet and keeps perfectly sound un-
til spring. It is a strong, rapid
grower and immensely productive.
The meat is thick and delicions. Pkt,
4c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 Ib. 28c.;
1% Ib. 55c.; lb. $1.00.
SEND TO BUCKBEE FOR THE BEST.
A packet of Squash Seed contains from 30 to 100 or more seeds.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
BOSTON MARROW—A _ desirabie popular everywhere. Of oval torm; skin thin; when ripe, bright orange mottled with light cream color; flesh rich salmon yellow, fine grained, and for sweetness and excellence unsurpassed. We have an unusually good stock of this sort. oz. 12c.; Y% lb. 22c.; Ye lb. 40c.; lb. 70c,
EARLY PROLIFIC ORANGE MARROW —Its distinctive feature, the greatest and most widespread It is at least ten days earlier than It grows as large as the Hubbard
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FAXON’S NEW BRAZILIAN—It is remarkably prolific in habit; quality dry and rich, without regard to the size, coloring or time of. ripening of the fruit—something entirely different in this respect from any other Squash. Its valuable points are ‘‘earli- ness, long-keeping and high table qualties.’’ We are recom- mending it to all for general use in the home garden. Yfk&t. 4c.; oz. %c.; 2 0z. lec.; % lb. 2tc.; Ye lb. 35c.; Ib, 60c.
CHILIAN GIANiT—The Largest of All, i can justly claim to have the best strain of this variety in the market; certainly there is no better. Mather flat at both ends. Single specimens have grown to the enormous weight of 300 pounds, Outer color a rich orange yellow; flesh very thick and of rich yelow color; quality good, very nutritious, making it exceptionally valuable for all family and market purposes, Its size makes it profitable to grow for stock feeding also. Pkt, 5c.; oz. 12c.; 2 oz. 20c.; %4 lb. 35c.; 14 lb, 60c.; 1b. $1.00,
CHICAGO WARTED HUBBARD—The Leader in Many Markets. Our strain of the above will produce what we consider the ldeal Hubbard for home or for market. Yor thirty or forty years this Squash has ranked first for a winter keeper. It is shipped thousands of miles in carload lots from west to east every year. With the growing of it in a large way, it was found that the largest, heaviest, dark, rough-skinned specimens are most valua- ble and most salable. Choicest stock seed of our own growing. Send to Buckbee for the best seed, Pkt, 4c.; oz, 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; 1%, Ib, 28c.; % Ib, 50c.; 1b, 90c.
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and the one which gives it popularity, is its earliness. any other long-keeping sort. and is of a good quality,
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January, and is the most salable kind during that time in the market. This is owing to its smooth and handsome shape, good size and creamy orange skin. We know that it will satisfy all.
Pkt, 3c.; 0z, 7¢c.; 2 0z. 12c.; 4% 1b. 20c,.; 1% lb. 35c.; Ib, 60c,
DER WING—Famous new variety originally obtained from China.
lt has a hard, thick sbell which is completely covered with warts Wlesh of a beautiful creamy color and of superior flavor. Pkt, 4c.; 02, 7c.; 2 oz, 12c.; % 1b, 2Uc.;
fall and winter variety, very
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is in season from September to
If you are offered lower prices on THE BEST SEEDS THAT GROW, Write Me.
BLUE HUBBARD OR MARBLEHEAD—The Famous Standard Va- riety. Without question this is one of the best fall and winter varieties; flesh bright creamy yellow; fine grained, very dry, sweet and delightfully flavored; keeps splendidly throughout the winter, Splendid for all purposes. Send to Buckbee for the pest seed. Pkt. 4c.; oz, 8c.; 2 oz. 1dc.; 4% lb, 25c.; % lb. 40c.; lb. T5e.
NEW GOLDiN HUBBARD—This is a True Hubbard Squash, Except in Color, which is Bright Golden. The vine is a vigorous, but not rampant grower and wouderfully productive, expending the energy derived from liberal fertilizing in the production of an increased number rather than of overgrown and coarse fruits, as some varieties are apt to do. It ripens its erop very early and uniformly, thus making it a certain cropper. The fruits are very uniform in size, weighing from 6 to 8 pounds, and in shape are like the Hlubbard. Though maturing early, they are wonderfully long keepers, so they can be held over in good con- dition for Spring use. The shell is warty, hard and strong, and a very beautiful orange red color, except for a bit of olive green on the blossom end. The flesh is a deep orange and uniformly so to the rind, never having the green tinge so objectionable in other sorts. It cooks very dry, fine grained and good flavored. We believe this is the best fall and winter sort yet introduced, and that it deserves to and will become a most popular variety. It certainly has no superior as a table Squash. Send to Buckbee for the best seed. Pkt, 5c.; 0z, 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; %4 lb, 28c.: Y% Vb, 55c.; 1b, $1.00, :
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The Famous American Standard Winter Squash.
The Grand Old Favorite—This is a superior selection of this famous varlety and one of the best winter Squashes; flesh bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry, sweet and rich flavored; keeps perfectly good throughout the winter; boils or bakes exceedingly
dry and is esteemed by many to be as good baked as a sweet potato.
Our stock is most carefully selected with regard to quality of the flesh
and color and wartiness of the shell, but the latter peculiarities are largely determined by the soils in which the Squashes are raised.
Our customers can plant this variety in perfect confidence that every fruit will be a pure Hubbard.
Fkt. 4c.; 0z, 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; %4 lb. 28c.; 1% lb. 55c.; lb. $1.00,
RELIABLE SQUASH SEED
Send to Buckbee for the best seed,
IS SCARCE—PLACE YOUR ORDER EARLY,
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THE FINEST MARKET AND FAMILY VARIETIES.
German, STECKRUBE; French, NAVET; Spanish, NABo CoMAN; Swedish, ROFOA.
One Ounce of Seed for 250 Feet of Drill. Twoto Three Pounds in Drills for an Acre.
us wholesome and agreeable vegetable is most easily affected initsform and flavor bysoil, climate and mode of culture. There are agreat many
* varieties, but I have selected the following as best forthe garden or farm. Sowin drills 14 inches apart and ¥& inch deep, orsow broadcast, but in either case be sure and have ground rich and freshlydug. Becarefual to weed and thin out, so the youn plants will not be checked and injured. Any overcrowding will result in rough and poorly flavored fruit. Forspringandsummer cropsit isimportant to get them started very early so they may have time to grow to sufficient size before hot weather, when they soon become tough and strong. For fall and main crop, sow inthe Middle and Western states from the middle of July to the last of August, as directed for springsowing. In the ficld, turnips are generally sown broadcast, though larger crops are obtained by drillculture. To preserve Turnips in good order for winter use, store them in barrels placed alongside the wall of a cool cellar, and cover them with sand and turf to keepthem fresh. Another method is to put them in a cellar or dry pit, cover with straw and earth to the depth of 8 or 10 inches. Thus protected they willkcep very well untilspring. For feeding stock in fall and winter there is nothing superior to Turnips and Ruta Bagas, and they will yield a larger amount of food than almost anything else on the same space of ground. Icannottoo earnestly commend farmers to increase
their sowings largely, for no crop will prove more remunerative, Buckbee’s Extra Early Cardinal 5 Buckbee’s Red, or Purple Top Strap Leaf. Called by Some Scarlet Kashmyr—Greatest Turnip novelty ever
There is probably a larger amount of seed of this variety sown annually thanany other Turnip. As a market variety, without doubt, the peer ofall. Shape is very well shownin abovecut. Hassingle tap root and a bright purple top; leaves short and narrow, and growerect from the bulb. Matures 8 or9 weeks from sowing. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz 10c.; % Ib. 15c.; 4% lb. 25c.; lb. 40c.
New White Strap Leaf—Identical with the above in valuable qualities, differing only in color, which is a beautiful ivory white. Pkt. 3c.; oz 6c.; 2 oZ 10c.; \% Ib. 15c.; % lb. 25c.; Ib. 40c.
New Golden Globe.
Most delicious and sweetest of all yellow fleshed Turnips; very superior for all general purposes. kt. 4c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 15c.; 144 1b. 25c.3 lb. 40c. .
Improved Early White Flat Dutch—Excellent early garden variety and very much used. The roots are of medium size, very flat and the color white. Very early, swect andtender. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 4 Ib. 15c.; 4% lb. 25c.; lb. 40c.
New White Ege.
This is certainly one of the very choicest and finest varieties; comparatively new and producing beautiful egg-shaped roots, with thin, white skin. They are always firm, solid and of sweet flavor. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 4% 1b. 18c.3; 4% Ib. 30c.; Ib. 50c.
Large White Globe—A very desirable globe-shaped variety, valuable for family and market. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; Ib. 15c.; 44 lb. 25c.3 Ib. 40c.
Early Six Weeks, or Snowball—This excellent variety of Turnip is very tenderand sweet; matures in 6weeks fromsowing. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.3 2 0z-10c.; % Ib. 15c.;3 4b. 25e.; lb. 40c.
Extra Early Purple Top Milan—The tops of this variety grow very small and are distinctly strap-leaved, growing very erect and compact. The roots are small and flat Turnip-shaped; skin purple ontopof the root, clear white below. Flesh white. Most desirable sort for forcing or planting out doors, Pkt. 4c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.3 % Ib. 18c.; 4 lb. 30c.; 1b. 50c.
Extra Early White Milan—It grows with wonderful rapidity, and is the earliest white Turnip in cultivation. Of splendid quality, small top and single tap-root; it is most attractive, with clear whiteskin and flesh; fine grained and tender. Pkt.4c.; oz. %ce.3 20z.12c.3 &% Ib. 20c.; 16 Ib. 35c.; 1b. 60c.
Buckbee’s Extra Early Cameo—Another grand acquisition from the land of the Czar, identical with Buckbee’s Cardinal in every way except color, which is a beautiful pearl white. By all means include it in your order. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz, 15c.; %{ Ib. 20c.; ¥% Ib. 35c.; lb. 60c.
Buckbee’s Rockford Seed Farms are Noted for Lowest Prices, Best Seed, Promptness and Accuracy.
offered. Originally came from that remote section of Russia inhabited by the “‘Cossacks,’”’ and by chance the original stock was picked up by my European traveler a few years ago. The original stock was very fine, yet by careful breeding I have brought this grand novelty to a stage of perfection never before reached by any other variety. Buck- bee’s Cardinal is a veryearly variety, of magnificent shape, hand- some appearance and wonderful keeping qualities. Outside skin bril- liantcardinal color. Tender and crisp. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz. 15c.; % lb. 20c.; 46 Ib. 35c.; 1b. 6Oc.
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A Packet of Turnip Seed contains from 3,500 +o 4,000 seeds or more,
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BEST RUTA a
A packet of Ruta Baga Seed contains from 2,500 to 3,009 seeds or more.
N EMINENT cathode 4 on seater never
made amore truthful statement than when he said: ‘As compared with hay at $10 to $15 per ton, I prefer Ruta Bagas at $5 per ton.”? An average yield of 20 to 30 tons to the acre is common.
ORDER TODAY
{ And have your seeds on hand for planting when the time comes. Sow the seed about a month earlier than the varieties on the preceding page. They should be { sown on ground enriched with well-rotted manure, in j drills; rows 2% feet apart and thinned to 6 to 8 inches apart in the row. Keep the weeds thoroughly
in check with the hoe or cultivator, and when the roots
U1 Ea Ea +s KK have grown full size and before hard-freezing weather,
| eut off tops and store in a root cellar or pit. They are |
a eometiie: sown broadeast and let take their chances : i rnips. are with the weeds and bugs, but this method is only suc- Are LS NRG that Ruta Bagas, or Swedis Tu P cessfnl on new clearing on which there is no weed seed.
among the most valuable root crops?
BUCKBEE’S GIANT.
Prize winner everywhere. This magnificent Ruta Baga, which I first offere? in 1890, is unquestionably the most profitable of all. Swede turnips as well as the hardiest, heaviest, best shaped and by far the most productive, a yield of 1,000 bushels per acre and over, under careful cultivation, being of frequent occurrence. Bulbs are somewhat oval in shape, slightly oblong and remain sound and good indefinitely, Flesh is of a beautiful yellow color, always sweet, tender, juicy and nutritious. The finest of all Swedes, and a variety that should te sown in preference to all others. Mr. H. R. Kimball writes: ‘‘Have used Buckbee’s Giant Ruta Bagas for a number of years. Find it is the best I have tried. In shape, size and uniformity of growtb is away ahead of ‘ane: thing else.’’ Pkt, 5c.; oz. 8c.; 2 oz, 12c.; % lb. 20c.: 1% lb. 35c.; lb, 6
NaS Monarch, or Elephant
The form of this distinct. new Ruta Baga is well shown in the illustra- AY | = ZZ tion. Jt is very popular in England and is certainly a grand variety; claimed —_— z y SSD to yield larger roots and more to an acre than any other sort. Produces —— : large, oval-shaped roots, with small necks; relatively small tops. Skin Beg = dark purple above ground, yellow below. Flesh rich yellow, fine grained; of hest quaiity. Is easy to harvest. Can be grown at less cost than others. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 9c.; % Ib. 12c.; % Ib. 20c.; lb. 35c.
Improved Purple Top Yellow
This magnificent Swede is the result of judicious selection; very hardy, productive and nutritious. A large, purple top, yellow variety. Shape slightly oblong. Produces heavy. weight per acre. Sweet and good keeper. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 6c.; 2 oz. 9c.; %4 lb. 12c % 1b. 20c.; lb, 35c.
Buckbee’s Mammoth White Russian
Ore of the grandest sorts. Grows very large with single tap root, smali li ou are fop, short neck. Strong constitution: certain cropper. Will stand hardest — yi winters. Produces a very henzvy weight per acre. Keeps sound till late c H < > > 7 j 7 ————— spring. The best Ruta Baga in cultivation. Pkt. 4c,; oz. 7c.; 2 oz, 12c.: ]SSSSaSSS== quoted lower Y% Ib, 18c,; % lb, 30c,; lb. 50c, prices by any
A Blind Man Can See the Profit. Reliable Seed
No crop is more valuable for stock feeding or finds a quicker sale tn our Grower, write markets, If you want to bring quick money returns, GROW BUCKBEE’S PRIZE WINNING RUTA BAGAS. Don’t wait until the last minute before me. ordering your seed supply.
YOU CAN’T DO WITHOUT THE “FAMOUS QUAKER OATS.” (See page 64.)
60 H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
BUCKBEE’S ALL-RELIABLE TOMATO SEE
Buckbee’s Earliest Market—A variety bearing fruit which in size, shape, color, solidity and quality compares favorably with the noted later Kinds, and by repeated trials at Rockford Seed Farms and elsewhere, has demonstrated that it ripens up a larger portion of its crop the earliest of any variety. Earliest Good Tomato. Gardeners and Tomato fanciers will readily see the advantage obtained over their competitors by growing Buckbee’s Earliest Market. We do not hesitate to pronounce it the largest, smoothest, best flavored and highest colored extra early Tomato. Vine medium size, leaved just enough to protect the fruit, which is produced in abundant clusters reasonably low down on the stem and ripening all together. Thosza who desire a variety of this description, either for family or market purposes, will find this variety what they want. Pkt. 10c.; \ oz. 20c.; oz. 35c.; 2 oz- 60c.; \ Ib. $1.00; & lb. $1.75; Ib. $3.00.
BUCKBEE’S SPOT CASH—The Latest Success in Tomatoes.
A variety introduced by us, and we believe the best table Tomato, at least as far as quality is concerned. Vine medium size, but vigorous, healthy and productive. Although not represented asa first early sort, many of our customers ~eport thatthey have obtained ripe fruit from this as early as from any sort, and it proves to be one of the best varieties known for forcing. Fruit medium sized, oval, very smooth and of exceedingly bright, crimson scarlet color; very free from cracks, and rotting but little. The flesh is of a crimson scarlet color, quitedistinct. Itis alsooneof the best in flavor, and entirely free from the hard spots foundinso many others. The Spot Cashis not only _one of the best for home use and for market, but one of the best canning Tomatoes. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 20c.; 2 0z. 35c.; % Ib. 6Oc.; 4 1b. $1.10; lb. $2.00.
HONOR BRIGHT.—This is a most distinet variety. The toma- MATCHLESS-This is the _ best large-fruited standard toes at first are white, turning to light yellow. and then to brilliant scar- bright-red tomato. Our original strain has been critically selected
let as they become fully ripened. They are very solid, aud it is an excel- and developed by us corsuiore eae years: ite ee carstaleeen sea- lent bearing variety. I is eady it o > e in So son to save see only rom ne, iarge Tuits whic are solidiy meaty. e g variety tis already quite largely planted the South, TS AOR Son ne Sc sire Lie frnigs bubigteatlsmeadeoaiene
where the frnits are gathered before turning to scarlet, and are so = . ee s : ets ms Oar yield of seed, and our superb strain shonld not be compared with seed of extremely solid that they are shipped to the northern markets in barrels, | this variety commonly offered at alow price. Besides being of such large
ripening well upon arrival. Fruits of medium size, smooth and regular size and handsome appearance, it is of very superior flavor. Select seed in form. Per Pkt. 4c.3 oz. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.;3 1-4 lb. 60c.; 1-2 Ib. is very scarce this year—send to Buckbee ‘for the best. Per Pkt. 4c.; $1.10; Ib. $2.00. OZ. 20c.; 2 oz. 35c.; 1-4 1b. 6Oc.; 1-2 Ib. $1.10; Ib. $2.00.
Buckbee’s Self-Supporting
TOMATOBRBS.
NN ss! Bs ARTICULARLY characterized by their upright oe AY Wow 3, growth, and eclipsing all others in productive- < * S a Sa S ee’ ness. The uniform price of each of the follow- “@ : 7 ing varieties is: = Pkt. 10c.: 1-2 oz. 25c.3 oz. 40c; 2 OZ. T5Co$ 1-4 Ib. $1.25.
BUCKBEE’S COUNTY FAIR.
This magnificent sort of my own introduction certainly isin the lead of all other Tomatoes. Par- ticularly distinguished by their upright growth, never requiring any support, but always standing up like atree. In form and color the fruit resembles the Acme; it is always symmetrical and attractivein appearance; the skin tough and the flesh solid; ripens well.
BUCKBEE’S STATE FAIR.
Another self-supporting novelty. Foliage resem- bles Buckbee’s County Fair and might be taken for this variety if it were not for the color of its beauti- ful, glossy red fruit, preferred in many localities to the purple or rose colored varieties. Its size, solidity, productiveness, smoothness, flavor of its fruit, etc., is unexcelled either for market, family or shipping.
BUCKBEE’S WORLD'S FAIR
Still another wonderful sort, in every way similar to the above varieties, differing only in the color of the fruit, which is a beautiful golden yellow shade, the richest shade by far yet attained by any variety. The superior flavor of the yellow varieties is bring- ing them into favor as table fruit, and those who think of the Yellow Tomato as the rough fruit of the old yellow sort will be surprised at this smooth, beautiful sort, it being the best of the yellow varie- ties, and of a fine and distinct flavor.
SPRCTAL ORFER Toenablealltogive this trio of Self-
Supporting Tomatoes a trial, I will sendOne Liberal Packet eachof Buckbee’sOountyFair, State Fair and World’s Fair Tomatoes for only 20c.
WHEN YOU BUY FROM BUCKBEE YOU GET WHAT YOU ORDER—AND GET IT ON TIME.
Wee, _ GX ; If you are offered lower CANT SaN ' / prices on G 7 : THE BEST SEEDS THAT GROW, Write Me.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. "The Monster
TOMATO.
PONDEROSA OR HENDERSON'S NO. 400—This grand new variety is a monster of the Tomato family, the Tomatoes often weighing 2 or 8 pounds each, of a rich, bright crimson color and all solid meat; exceptionally free from seed; extremely delicious in flavor, whether used raw or cooked; a single Tomato is enough for a meal. Very desirable for family and market purposes. Pkt, 5c,; oz. 85c.; 2 oz. 60c.; %4 lb. $1.00; % 1b, $1.45; 1b. $3.00,
MIKADO, OR TURNER'S HYBRID—Often called Po- tato-Leaved Tomato; also known as Maule’s $1,600 \
weighing as much as 2S ounces, while the average
weight is not less than 12 ounces. Vines large, coarse growing, with leaves entire like those of the potato plant; very productive, and early for so |
large a Tomato; fruit extremely large, rough, solid, 7’ i
with few seeds. Demanded by those who want |
extra large fruit. Our seed is very choice. Pkt. pet AN 18c.; 2 oz. 35c.; %4 Ib, 65c.; 1% Ib. $1.25; [AN
‘Tomato. Avery large-fruited, purple Tomato, fat eat t = & 4 (HALLENGE \
this to than the original If you are
stock, and think we have made it the smoothest offered lower
and best cere anise purple oS Vines large, prices by any
vigorous, aud heavy bearers; fruit large, uniform ‘
in size, very smooth, color of skin purplish pink, Reliable Seed
flesh light pink and of excellent flavor. Growers, F
siderably for canning. Pkt. 8c.; oz. 16c.; write me.
30c.; % 1b. 50c.; % Ib. 90c.; lb. $1.75. :
BUCKBEE’S SNOWBALL—Grand new yuariety. pearly white in color, and of excellent flavor. Great yielder. Unsurpassed for table, pick- ling and canning purposes. Pkt, 5c.; oz, 25c,
BUCKBLE’S GOLDEN PRIZE—New golden yellow variety. ‘The flesh is thick and of extra good quality; grows in clusters; peor enorme rons aad if you are prejudiced against a yellow sort, this will please you. Pkt. 4c.; 0z, 20c.; 2 oz, 35c.; 14 lb, 60c.; % lb. +10; 1b, $6.00,
MANSFIELD TRLE, OR MAMMOTH PRIZE—This is one of the largest Tomatoes grown, and possesses every good quality to be found in a Tomato, specimens often weighing 3 pounds. This variety is almost seedless. It is a great curiosity, as the vines often attain the height of 15 feet. The fruit is very highly colored, smooth, and one of the yery best table and market sorts known. It will astonish and please you. Pkt, 5c.; 1% oz, “Uc.; oz, 35c.
BUCKBLE’S NLW TREE OR STATION TOMATO—Grows on an upright stalk, never requires any support, always standing up like a tree; solid, great keeper, very best flavor, making it an ideal variety for family, mar- ket and canning. kt, 5c.; %4 oz. 25c.; 0z, 40c.; 2 oz, T5c.; %4 1b. $1.25,
FINE MIXED HYBRID TOMATO SEED—Something entirely new and unique, An enthusiastie gardener has for several years past been crossing and recrossing all on OF sorts of the Tomato, both large and small, yellow, white aud red, early and late.
"9' J) im Every known variety has beea used—large, smooth, pear-shaped, plum-shaped,
x) « currant, fig, peach, ete. The result is a most interesting mixture of all shapes,
awh color and sizes, from the very largest to the very smallest. The most interesting Stains and satisfactory to plant for the home garden, Everybody will be delighted with the variety and quality of fruit produced. PEt. 5c.; oz, 25c., NEW STRAWBERRY TOMATO, OR WINTIR CHER- RY—Sometimes called Husk Tomato and Ground Cherry. Grows, enclosed in a husk, excellent for preserves; wiil keep within husk all winter; sweet- Havored, small, yellow fruits. This is well worth growing for preserves, both on account of its. fine quality aud immeiuse_ productiveness. The pretty ¥ bright yellow fruits also make a handsome dessert A\™ dish, while the flavor as fruit makes them popular. Ten plants in our trial grounds yielded a bushel of the simail fruits. It is much earlier and every way better than a Similar variety advertised as a novelty under the name of Cape Gooseberry, ¥kt, 4c,; 0z. 25c.
a STRAWBERRY TOMATO. e which are the best types of large, o Select one main crop, market sort, RE dota aly), set high, core small and shallow, ii S taken out of the fruit before slicing. We want to make what we say of this kind definite, because there are very ran good kinds and a long list is confusing. If in doubt, buy the New Stone for market or home use, for that matter. Pkt. 3c.; oz, 16c.; 2 oz,
; 30c.; % lb. 50c.; 1% ; is I can also suppiy tie following new and standard varieties of Tomato, which “4 Oc.; %4 Ib. 90c.; Ib, $1.75, are too well known to require extended descriptions, at the following very reasonable prices: 20z. %4 Lb. % Lb. Lt Atlantic Prize $1.00 Livingston's Favorite were 90 Royal Red Early Acine Perfectioa Trophy, Improved Large Red Livingstun’s New Magnus Ignotum Dwarf Charmipion.. Buckeye State Henderscen’s Crimson Cushion Optimus New Iniperial Dwarf Aristocrat Parazen
Early Michigan
New Early Freedom
Ecrpee’s Combination
Fordhook Fancy
Eerdhook First
Bond’s Early Minnesota.
UN CUE SCO SBS taictaanoisnisiclele ole cjsicic vice ce elie Spark’s Earliana
INOW OSOME CAG ots icfcjelelciclaloioicieveisicly se8eleisicie New Purple Peach
New Yelluw Peach
Yellow
Red Cherry.... Yellow Cnherry.. Red Currant
BUCKBEE’S MONTE CRISTO IS THE BEST WATERMELON.—SEE PAGE 29.
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BEWARE of any other firm offering Buck- bee’s Beef- steak Tomato during 1903. Brand it as spurious.
One Ounce of Seed for 1,500 Plants. One-Fourth Pound to Transplant for an Acre.
UCKBEE’S Tomato Seeds are grown from stocks raised strictly for seed purposes and from seed stocks carefully selected and sayed at the Rockford Seed Farms. No better seed can be found any- where. In fact, Buckbee’s Seeds have the reputa- tion of being the best that money can buy!
Culture Tomatoes do best on light. @ warm, not over-rich soil, and success depends upon securing a rapid, vigorous and uuchecked growth during the early part of the season. Sow in hot-beds from 6 to 8 weeks before they can be set out of doors, which is when dan- ger from frost is paSt; when the plauts have four leaves, transplant into shallow boxes or cold frames, = setting them 4 or 5 inches apart; give plenty of | Wi WAH = wir and endeavor to secure a yigorous, but steady
uud healthy growth, so that at the time of setting i} im the open grouud they will be strong and stocky (\) | tal / Even a slight check while the plants are small will k | } materially diminish their productiveness. Set out | of doors as soon as danger from frost is over, but before doing so hurden off the plants by gradually exposing them to the night air and by the with- drawal of water uutil the wood becomes hard and the leaves thick and of a dark green color. Trans- planc carefully and cnltivate well as long as the vines will permit. The fruit is improved in quality if the vines are tied to a trellis or to stakes.
Our crop of seed the past season has not been so large as we expected, owing to unfavorable Tomato weather. However, our seed (what there is of it, and we expect to save enough to go around), is of extra fine quality,
My price to one and all for a liberal packet containing 100 or more seeds will be 10c. per
- - a oe . . 14 . See Painting from Nature Inside Front Cover Page oi this Book. Pee hae 00e 17 S.508 ib. 56.00. “ie
A TWENTIETH CENTURY WONDER. Buckbee’s Beefsteak
HIS grand new Tomato was not intended for distribution until next year, but inti owing to the splendid crop of seed that we hurvested the past season, I vn omato Ser Pasta ren ue a 1 e i yer this Boo
determined to give my customers the benefit of testing ‘‘BEEFSTEAK” a year in advance of the general public. No more than Three Packets will be sold to any one person, Please understand that I will not seud more than three packets of seed to any one person. In this way all of my customers will have an equal opportunity of Making an advance trial of this, the Greatest Tomato of the Age
The above generai introduction of this World-Beating Tomato appeared in = prominent position in our catalogue of 1901. Whiie our supply of seed last year amounted to a considerable stock; enough, as we supposed. to supply the demand— consider our surprise, therefore, when we found our supply of seed exhausted some time before the season was over. Never before in the history of the seed trade has the demand been so great for a thoroughly reliable Tomato,
Fully One Million or more Tomato Fanciers had an opportunity of testing this Grandest of Ali Tomatoes and I could fill this whole book and more too with the kindly_expressions that thousands and thousands of my customers have given after planting Buckbee’s Beefsteak in 1902.
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The following is a nut shell description of this wonderful variety: Matures Early, A Splendid Shipper, Best of All, Handsome Color, Hardy Grower, Enormously Productive, Large Size, The Best Keeper,
PEDIGREE TOBACCO SEED.
WRITE FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY.
SUMATRA—Vigorous sort of Spanish origin, producing Cigar Wrappers of the highest quality especially popular with southern growers. PEt, 4c.; oz, 45c, ee HAVANA—Very choice Cigar Variety grown from the finest seed imported from the ‘*Vuelta
de Abajo” district in Cuba. PEt. 4c.; 0z. 30c.
CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF—Very popular in the Middie and Northern States, largely grown to, produce fillers; productive; robust habit. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 20c,
PERSIAN ROSE MUSCATELLE—Finer than Muscatelle, and cau be relied upon to make the finest cigar stock. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 30c. =
IMPROVED SWEET ORONOKO—tUsed for first-class plug fillers, and makes, when sun-cured. the best natural chewing leaf. A favorite tor the ‘*Homespun’’ wherever known. Makes an eastern filler unsurpassed. Pkt. 8c.; oz. 20c, : E
GEN’L GRANT—One of the finest, earliest and most populer kind for Cigars, Matures as far north as Canada: leaves of large size. Pkt. 4c.; 0Z, Soc, F
IMPROVLD WHIii£ BURLiLY—This variety Is esnecially valuable to manufacturers either for cut or plug tobacco. It is often used for wrapper. Pkt. 4¢.3 oz. 35c. i
STERLING—One of the earliest: makes the siikiest of wrappers, brightest of cutters an sweetest of fillers. Pkt, 4c.; oz. 20c, :
COMSTOCK SPANISH—Called by some Zimmer's Spanish. One of the finest_ Cigar ae producing leaves of silky texture; grading very high for wrappers and fillers. : 5 oz. 35c. ae = ans
LACKS—Dark, rich export leaf. Broad leaf, tough, fine fiber. On gray soils oe eee and elastic. on dark soils rich and gummy. Known as Jesup or Beat All in some localities. Good and reliable. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 25c. * a
BRADLEY BROAD LEAF—A popular variety for several types—export, manufacturing an ciears. A good. reliable variety and succeeds where yellow tobacco can be grown. Pkt. 4c.: oz. 20c. P 2 2 ed - > all
LITTLE DUTCH—Popular variety, succeeds nicely in the Northern States. Valuable for a purposes. Pkt, 4c.; 0z. 25c,
BUCKBEE’S WAMPUM Owi0N IS A GREAT MONEY MAKER—SEE PAGE 51.
German . . Liebesapfel
Tomato French. . . _ - Tomate
Spanish . . - - Tomate
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QUANTITIES TO USE: Fr Astandard weight bushel of Blue US Grass and Lawn Grasses is 14 Ibs.
1-lb. package,for 400 square feet.
6-lb. package, for 2,000 9 - square feet. 10-lb. bag, for 4,000 Square feet.
t 15-l1b. bag, for 6,000 square feet. 25-lb. bag, for one- fourth acre. 60-lb. bag, for one-half acre. 100-lb. bag, for one ecre.
Hr OTHE OCH) )6CU FOR A PERFECT LAWN
BUCKBEE’S GREAT GRASS SEED SPECIALTIES.
Great care should be exercised in the selection of Grass Seed.
The various varieties which I offer on this page are used and
endorsed by thousands of the best authorities on grasses. There
is nothing handsomer than a beautiful lawn—there is nothing
more certain to produce a beautiful green, grassy carpet thap Buckbee’s Grass Seed Specialties.
BUCKBEE’S WORLD'S FAIR PRIZE MIXTURE,
<. Was awarded the great Columbian prize at the World’s Fair.~ This mixture was used by the World’s Fair authorities to produce the beautiful lawns which were one of the greatest features of the Fair. With ordinary care, anyone can, by using this mixture, securea beautiful lawn. Complete. and explicit directions on JA Lawn may.be.l sc. ‘How to Make a Lawn” accompany every package of this seed. The quantity table on P established eine this page shows the amount of seed to plant in agiven area. In small quantities, price, post aid, es lb. by “sodding ” 18c.; Ib. 30c._ Larger quantities, by express or freight at buyer’s expense, 5 lbs. $1.00; 15
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or “seeding.” Ibs, $2.50; 25 lbs. $4.25; 50 lbs. $8.00; 100 1bs.$15.50. The latter is) ot only VELVET GREEN MIXTURE : much less expensive, but | Ts a careful selection of finer grasses which naturally thrive under the shade of trees or buildings. Especially much more satisfactory, | suitable for lighteandy soil. Itis a fine mixture for dooryards and small lawns. It will give splendid as better grasses can be | results. One pound is suficient for aspace of 400 square feet. Price, postpaid, ¥ Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c. By ena oorae eealote ot frei pation express at buyer’s expense, 6 lbs. 90c.; 15 lbs. $2.35; 25 lbs, $3.76; 50 Ibs. the grasses havea great | ©7""0% 8: 818-79. ST. ANDREW'S SEED MIXTURE.
deal to do with the appear- A very new and special mixture, prepared expressly for Golf Links, Tennis Courts, Putting ance and permanency of | Greens, Outlying Grounds, and Fair Greens. This St. Andrew’s Seed Mixture will be found unusually the lawn. well adapted for all purposes, an extremely close, velvety turf especially. It is prepared by me expressly for the best results for golflinks. etc. This mixture is used exclusively on the famous Del Monte Tennis and Oro- quet Grounds in California, the celebrated Albermarle Grounds in Ashville, N. C., and thousands of the most rominent places in theoountry. Per ¥ Ib., postpaid, 20c.; lb. 32c. By freight or express at buyer’s expense, 5 Ibs. $1.00; is lbs. $2.85; 25 lbs. $4.60; 50 Ibs. $9.00; 100 Ibs. $17.50. c R BUCKBEE’S SPECIAL MIXTURE FOR PUTTING GREENS is prepared with special reference to securing the best results for this purpose. Itis unrivalled inits results. Price, postpaid, lb. 35c. At puyer’s expense, 25 Ibs. $5.50; 100 tbs. $20.00. BUCKBEE'S SPECIAL MIXTURE FOR OUTLYING GROUNDS and fair greens is another very excellent special mixture, prepared to producea close, velvety and very enduring turf. Itis a mixture of strictly perennial grasses, A with an entire absence of clover of any description. Sow from 60 to 60 pounds per acre for a new lawn or bowling green; BPECIAL 15 to 20 pounds per acre will be sufficient to improve existing turf. Price, postpaid, Ib. 30c. At buyer’s expense, | QUOTATIONS. 5 lbs. $1.00; 15 lbs. $2.75; 25 lbs. $4.25; 50 Ibs. $8.25; 100 lbs. $16.00.)
We shall be pleased BUCKBEE’S KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS. to quote special
Many preter this to a mixture of grasses, and the fact caunot be denied that a lawn of Blue Grass only is magnifi- prices to golf cent; it takes longer, however, to get it established. Very desirable for wood lawns, pastures) and especially excellent clubs, institutions,
for winter pastures because ofits thick, heavy growth. Postpaid, lb. 25c.- At buyer’s expense, 5 lbs. 7Oc.; parks and others 16 Ibs. $2.10; 25 lbs. $3.25; 50 lbs. $6.25; 100 lbs. $12.00. who require Lawn
BUCKBEER’S SELECTED WHITE CLOVER Grass and Olover
F s Seeds in Isthe best of the Clover family. Especially suitable to plant for pasture or to sow for lawns in) connection with the large Blue Grass, It producesa delightful, smooth and attractive surface; also makes excellent forage for bees. This quanti choice variety, postpaid, per lb. 30c. Write for prices on larger quantities.
ties, BUCKBEE’S FANCY RED TOP,
well cleaned, makes a good permanent grass and produces luxuriant growth on almost any soil, Thisis agreat varicty, and you should send your orders for it early, as it usually sellsrapidly. Postpaid, lb, 25c. Write for prices on larger quantities.
BUCKBEE'’S EXTRA SPECIAL LAWN FERTILIZER.
Especially prepared to furnish nutriment for all varieties of Lawn Grass, which beingvoracious in nutriment will not thrive and hold its dark green color and velvety appearance unless it be supplied with the best fertilizer.
The lack of a good fertilizer is the reason there are so many poor, rusty-looking, unsightly lawns. It is better than stable manure, because it acts quicker and is free y from any waste. Use this Lawn Fertilizer if you would fm havea beautiful and sturdy growth of grass. This Fertil- i izer, used in connection with any one of my special Grass Seed Mixtures, will enable you to produce a pere fect lawn. If you have a lawn in fair condition, rake off dead leaves and grass in theearly spring. Scatter some of the Fertilizer broadcast_over the surface, using in connection a little of Buckbee’s World’s Fair Mixture on the thin spots and the results will wellrepay you. Thegrasscan be kept luxuriant throughout the season with a little care. Never pieketue first application of ertilizer except in the ear) spriog. Price, post aid, re eS MAKE lb. 20c. By freight or express at buyer’s ex- | Is fully described in ense, 5 ibs. 30c.; 10] our new pamphlet, 8. 60c.; 25 _ lbs.]| which will be given $1.00; 50 lbs. $1.50; | free with every puckage 100 lbs. $2.75. of Lawn Seed.
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te FAMOUS QUAKER OAT =>
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The Famous Quaker Oats Woror:
The Hardiest and Healthiest Oat in Existence. ITS CARDINAL POINTS.
ONE—YIELD-—It is a great natural yielder; thousands of our customers report yields of 100 to 200 bushels per acre.
TWO—DROUGHT-PROOF-—It matures so early that the crop can be gathered before the dry summer weather sets in—it seemingly withstands all elements of weather.
THREE—QUALITY—No variety can excel itin superior quality; it makes better oatmeal than any other sort—all millers prefer it to any other variety.
FOUR—COLOR—The color is extremely beautiful at all times, which aids it to sell readily at an advance price in every market. The Famous Quaker Oats grade No. 1 every time.
FIVE—STRENGTH—This, as every Oat grower appreciates, is one of the essential points in a good Oat. Quaker Oats never lodge and will withstand stronger winds and storms than any other variety.
SIXTH—COST—Every Oat grower knows whatit costs to save a bushel of Stock Seed Oats and we are asked thousands of times each season why we can sell Buckbee’s Seed so cheap. Itis only by growing them ourselves in such large quantities that we are able to sell them to our customers, who appreciate good seeds so cheaply. The mere cost of seed to plant an acre is not a drop in the bucket to what you make on your crop.
SEVENTH—PROFIT—Just think a minute what profit you will realize by having an Oat with so many good points—the quantity you can sell your <—N
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EIGHTH TO ONE HUNDRED—We could enumerate fully this num- ber of additional cardinal points wherein the Quaker Oats excel others, but Buckbee’s customers know from experience when a seed of any description is offered by Buckbee that it can be banked upon as being Tight.
Quaker Oats never weigh less than 40 pounds per struck bushel measure, and nine times out of ten, from 44 to 49 pounds per bushel. FIRST AND LAST THE QUAKER OATS ARE THE
HARDIEST AND HEALTHIEST i OATS IN EXISTENCE. Straw is strong, stiffand free fromrust. The grain is the heaviest known; bright asanewsilver dollar. Wonder- ful yielder, producing from 100 to 200 bushels per acre under average | conditions. For absolute satisfaction, plant only “Quaker Oats.’’ Send to Buckbee for choicest Stock Seed.
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Remarkable Success by plant- ing Buckbee’s Reliable Oats. 29,463 Oat Growers increased their Wealth in 1901 by Plant- ing Buckbee’s Oats. Not one of our customers has reported yields of less than 68 bushels per acre,
PRICE T0 ONE AND ALL AS LONG AS MY STOCK SEED LASTS: Postpaid, 14 Ib. 20c.; Ib. 35c. By Freight or Express at Buyer’s Expense: 14 bu. 30c.; 14 bu. 50c.; 14 bu. 80c.; bu. $1.50; 2 bu. $2.90; 5 bu. or more at $1.65 per bu. a
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This new Oat is the result of “Several Successive Seasons Successful Selection” and Hybridization. Having particularly noticed by careful experiment that many of the well-known sorts of Oats were not adapted to the rich soils of the prairies, owing to their straw being so weak, it occurred to me that they might be successfully crossed with kinds that had a more vigorous growth of straw. A few pounds were obtained of. varieties that seemed to possess the requisite virtues, and the Oat I now offer is the result of this selection by careful hybridization.
TYPE IS WELL FIXED. GRAIN LARGE AND WEIGHTY. STRAW VERY HEAVY AND OF GOOD LENGTH. EXTREMELY EARLY. PANICLES LARGE AND OPEN.
I am able to add the views of my friend, Mr. J. H. Beagley, of Champaign Co., Ill, (no doubt one of the best-known authorities on Agricultural Seeds in the country), by whose careful_and painstaking work in_the perfecting of this ‘Great Oat— Illinois” the introduction has been made pcssible. ‘‘Your New Oat—Illinois—yielded more the past season than the ‘Lincoln.’ It has outyielded all well-known varieties for several seasons, is an ideal sort for any soil, as it positively will not lodge or rust.
othing short of a cyclone will get it down. In fact, there is no Oat I can so cheerfully recommend, combining as it does all the good qualities of several of the most prolific varieties ever introduced, viz.: Clydesdale, Race Horse, Welcome, Bonanza, White Russian, Lincoln, Centennial, and the leading new standard varieties, as well as some others not generally known.
_ Although the past season was disastrous to the Oat crop in this section as well as other sections in which they were grown for trial, our stock is of excellent color and weight, weighing over 40 pounds per struck bushel. They easily yielded over 100 bushels per acre, gad this on ground which was in no way prepared to produce a mammoth yield (such as we hear of in cash prize offers and contests).
REM EMBE 1 CONTROL THE ENTIRE STOCK || Have you decided to change that old worn-out stock which you have been planting SRR REE OF THIS NEW OAT NOVELTY 3% || for years and sow the best variety in existence, ‘‘Bucibee’s Illinois,’ this year? Decide now and turn the old farm into a Gold Mine by planting the grandest of all Oats—Buckbee’s Illinois. Notwithstanding
the scarcity of seed, I have decided to place this most astonishing of all novelties on the market at the following low prices, which are certainly within reach of all. Order early and have your friends and neighbors join with you.
Price to one and all as long as my Stock Seed lasts: Postpaid, 4 Ib. 18c.; Ib 30c. By express or freight at buyer’s exe pense, 4 bu. 25c.: 4 bu. 40c.; 14 bu. 70c.; bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.40: 5 bu. or more at $1.10 per bu.
We have a fine supply of other standard varieties of Oats. Shortage of catalogue space compels us to omit detailed descrip”
tion this year. NOTICE e am of my customers should be interested in the following varieties of Oats we shall be very glad OATS u
o submit samples and quote very low prices if you will send a list of your actual requirements: Ss LINCOLN, SILVER MINE, BIG FOUR, SUNOL, WHITE SWEDL, WELCOME, BLACK PROLIFIC, IRISH VICTOR, GREAT NORTHERN, WHITE BOY APZA IMP, WHITE RUSSIAN, WHITE SCHONEN, WHITE BELGIAN, WHITE SUPERIO.? COTCH, BADGER QUEEN.
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BY THESE WONDERFUL VARIETIES NOW OFFERED TO THE PUBLIC FOR THE FIRST TIME. CORN BRED FOR HIGH YIELD, HIGH OIL, HIGH PROTEIN, HIGH PREPOTENCY.
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GOLD STANDARD LEAMING.
Bred from the original J. S. Leaming Corn, with increased size of ears, percentage of grain, depth and roughness of kernel, and feeding value, by increasing the protein and oil. Have changed its type from a tapering to a cylindrical shape of ear. Deep Golden color. Striking uniformity. The ears range from 9 to 12 inches long and from 744 to 844 inches in circum- ference. - Weighing from 10 to 12 oz. each. 18to 24 rows. No epace be- tween the rows. 50 to 58 kernels. Kernels broad, thick, deep, rather rough, rounding wedge shaped, from 44 to % inches long and 3g inches wide. Red cob. Medium in size with medium large shank. Percent of grain, 88 to 90. Thestalks are from 9 to 12 feet high. Great abundance of large sized leaves, often 20 to a stalk. Gold Standard Leaming is the ideal feeders’ corn. High in both oil and protein; higher than any other variety grown. Matures from Southern Wisconsin to Southern Missouri.
Matures in 115 days.
SILVER KING.
Bred from Silver Mine. We have lengthened the kernel, im- proved the butt, closed up space between the rowsand increased the oil and yield. This isa pure white corn with white cob. The kernel is especially broad and deep, with well developed, vigorous germ. Shells 90% grain. The kernels are 3-5 inches long and 2-5 inch wide, moderately thick and square, The ears are from 8 to 11 inches long. 7 to 8 inches in circumfer- ence, with well filled butts and tips, and small shank. Stalks are rather short and heavy from 8 to 11 feet. Ears have from 18 to 24 rows. 50 to 58 kernels in a row. This corn will grow anywhere, maturing in about 105 to 110 days. Isa favorite with growers who cut and shock their crop or put it in the silo. The yield of Silver King, yield test, was 212 bushels to an acre.
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A Carn high in both oiland protein is the ideal feeding corn. Ordinary corn contains 4.25 “he vield of high bred corn is from 10 to 40 per cent greater than that of ordinary corn. ood ears is raised to the maximum.
uced where ordinary corn yielded sixty bushels.
** THE ILLINOIS IDEA’? Of Shipping Seed Corn.
“Like produces like.” Offspring partakes of physical and chemical characteristics of BOTH parents.
Purity maintained by Boles ine for seed only ears which are true to type; and by isolation. pork more rapidly and requires fewer bushels than ordinary corn. Oil is the most valuable by-product of the glucose factory. They will pay you a premium on high oil corn. Hiah Protein makes corn a balanced ration for growing cattle. Ordinary corn contains 10 per cent protein; increase 12.80 per cent.
er cent of oil; increase5.60 per cent. n pedigree corn the per cent of barren
BOONE COUNTY SPECIAL.
Bred from the Boone Co. White. Retaining all the valuable character- istics of the parent, with increased yield, size of ear, depth of kernel and chemical conteuts.
Containing a large percentage of oil. Requires 125 to 128 days for full developement. The ears are from 9 to 12 inches Jong 74% to 8 inches in circumference, containing 18 to 20 rows and 50 to 58 kernels in each row; weighing from 12 to 20 oz. Tips and butts are especially well filled. Ears are of uniform appearance, shape and size. Kernels are creamy white, moderately rough, very deep, with fine large germ. They are 14 to 34 inch long, 44 inch wide, moderately thick, with little if any,waste space between the rows. The great depth of kernel insures a large percentage of shelled corn.
Boone County Special isa high grade milling and glucose corn. The corn for all kinds of soils and sea- sons in central and southern Illinois and like latitudes east and west. The stalk is 9 to 13 feet high, exeeedingly thick up to the ear, moderately large from ear to tassel, withstanding the destructive effect of high winds. The foliage is is abundant; leaves thick, broad and succulent, making peerless fodder.
GOLDEN EAGLE.
Deep, pure yellow corn with characteristic red cob. Ears very uniform, 8 to 10 inches long and 7 to 8 inches in circumference; very cylindrical with well filled butts and exceedingly well developed tips. Kernels are very rough and deep; 3-5 to 24 inches long, and 2-5 inches wide; broad wedge in shape and uniform, giving large percent- age of grain. Inthis respectit has no peer. Very small, light cob; the smallest cob of any known variety. This is an early variety, maturing in about 110 days. Itis especially desirable yellow corn, for northern latitudes of the Corn Belt. It grows vigorously on almost any soil.
MASTODON.
Yellow corn with white cap and red cob. Ears very large, ranging in shape from slightly tapering to cylindrical. Adapted to soils and climates anywhere in the Central to Southern Corn Belt and South- ern States. Maturing in 125 days. Excellent feeder's corn. Large cob, moderately large shank. Ears 9 to 12 inches long and 7 or 84% inches incircumference. Well developed butt and filledtip. Ears weigh from 11 to 18 oz. Kernels +4 to % inches long and 34 inches wide; moderately thick. 16 to 20 rows on ear. 50 to 60 kernels in a row. Heavy stalk, from 8 to 15 feet high. Rank foliage making good fodder. Fine yielder.
CALICO.
A hybrid corn all colors, from dapple yellow to red. A magnificent yielder of high feeding qualities. Adapted to the Southern Corn Belt and Southern States. Maturing in 125 to 128 days. Large amount of foliage with broad leaves. Ears 8 to 12 inches long, 7 to 8 inches in circumfer- ence. Kernels deep and broad. Thick with slightly roughened crown.
Large thick stalk ranging from 8 to 11 feet in height, carrying the ears about four feet from the ground.
10 Bu. lots or more at $2.25 per Bu.
GUARANTEE: Please remember that the Seven Wonderful Varieties of Field Corn listed on this page are sold on the ear only. If not satistactory upon arrival or you are in any way dissatisfied with your purchase, I will gladly refund your money if
you will notify me promptly upon receipt of the corn.
Please Understand That The Seven Corn Kings Listed On This Page Are Sold Only On The Ear. Less Than One Bushel Lots Will Be Sold.
Price to one and all for Each of the Seven Wonderful Varieties of Seed Corn Listed on this Page as long as Choice Stock Seed lasts: (Should my supply become exhausted I will return your money promptly.)
HIS EXCELLENCY.
Bred from Reid’s Yellow Dent: with all good characteristics of the Reid, with our valuable improve- ments,—yield, prepotency, protein and oil.
This corn is light golden in color which is very characteristic of this variety. The earsare 9to 11 incheslong. 74 to 8 inches in circumfer- ence. 18 to 24 rows of kernels, each row containing from 50 to 60 ker- nels. The ears weigh 12 to 18 oz. andare cylindrical from butt to tip.
The cob is completety covered with solid corn, shelling 90% grain and often better. The ears of this variety are remarkably uniform. In this respect it is markedly superior to all other corn. The kernels are moder- ately rough, % inches long, medium in thickness, wedge shape, setting very closely together with no lost space between the rows. Wonderfully well filled butt and tip. The cob is red in color, medium small with small shank. We have bred this corn in protein and oil until it approaches a blanched ration. The corn has been so improved that a yield of 90 to 100 bushels an acre will always be secured on fair to good soil, carefully managed. Its solidity makes it grade No. 2, under circumstances when no other corn will do so. It isa vigorous grower with stalks 8 to 12 feet high, heavy be- low the ear, moderate above and does not blow down easily. It has an abundance of foliage. It matures 115 to 120 days. Safely plant it as far north as Southern Wisconsin and as far south as Southern Missouri.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
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HAVE made ao specialty for years of raising, carefully harvesting, hand sorting, fire AL drying, curing and preparing ior planting purposes, Buckbee’s Pedigree Seed Corn. LIwish to particularly emphasize the fact that my Corn is grown as far north as practical in attaining the highest degree of perfection. Do
not be misled by buying cheap, inferior stock, but send direct to the grower, thereby making sure of yourcrop. Icannot urge you too strongly to order at once, and have your order shipped by freight, thereby saving excessive charges. Remember that I prepay chargeson quarts, half pounds and pounds. Quantities of one-eighth, one-quar- ter,and one-half bushels, or more, witl be shipped at buyer’s expense. Prices include bags for shipping. I hold that myseed will grow with more vigor, be earlier, return larger crops, and in each and every particular be superior to seed oroduced elsewhere. These points alone make my seed cheap at double the price asked. Even so, is it not bet- ter to pay a fair figure and know you are right, than take chances onsoutherD and eastern
seed as a gift? : TWO BIG MONEY-MAKERS.
BUCKBEE’S GREAT WESTERN YELLOW DENT.
By all odds the earliest, largest 100-day Yellow Dent Corn in exist- ence. Stalk grows toa height of 7 or 8 feet, and ets the ears about $14 to 4 feet from the ground; just the right height for easy picking. A wondertul peculiarity of this Corn isthat it never produces a barren stalk, every one has an ear and generally two, sometimes three. The type isvery even. Ears meas- uring 10 to 12 inches in length, and weighing 114 Peonce or more are often found. Le ears are very uni- form in size and shape, with16 to 18 straight rows of deep, pure, golden yellow kernels set on small-sized cob, which is well filled out over the tip and butt. The grains are of good size, long, flat and closely set together; deeply dented and solidly
fill the entire surface of the ear. Woe call this a 100-day Corn, but it often ripens in 95 days of average corn weather. Jn its yield it will surpass all other yellow varieties. Seventy ounds in the ear willmake more than bo pounds of shelled Corn. Buck- bee’sGreatWesternYellowDent is the hardiest and the greatest drought resister. It isin every way a distinct type of Corn, no other variety ossessing the many and wonderful eatures that it does. It is adapted toa wider rango of soil and variety of climate than any yellow Corn ever offered—from every part of this country—north to south, east to west, it has proven a paying crop where other sorts are grown at a loss. at out- shells and outyiclds all other yellow Corn. After the Corn is husked the stalks generally remain in fine growing condition and will make an exceptionally valuable for- agecrop. Price to one and all, as long as our choicest stock seed lasts, postpaid, 4 lb. lic.; lb, 25c. At buyer’s expense, % bu. 30c.; % bu. 50c.; % bu. 80c.; bu.
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I want to urge every Farmer and Planter who intends to Plant Corn the coming season to send at once for Free Samples of our MONEY-MAKING
HIGH GRADE SEED GRAIN.
It costs more to grow a crop for seed purposes than the ordinary farmer can understand. It requires extra choice stock seed, special preparation of the land, special cultivation, great care in harvesting, drying, cleaning, testing, preparing for shipment, bags, etc., etc., 80 that we are obliged to ask aslight ad- vance over market prices, but any intel- ligent farmer will agree with us that such pedigreed seed is well wort’ to him the price we ask for it. It pays to sow the best.
$1.50; 2 bu. $2.75; 10 bu. lots or more at $1.25 per bu. The Greatest Yellow Dent Corn for Profit.
BUCKBEE'S GREAT*WESTERN WHITE DENT.
The most marvelous variety of White Corn ever offered and which will surprise everyone who plants it. Thousands of our customers from every part of the country have written and told me of their own free will andaccord that they are more
than pleased with the wonderful results obtained by plantingthis grand, good, best of all White Dent Corn. It is, indeed, a fitting companion to Buckbee’s Great Western Yellow Dent—the one being the best White Dent on record and the other the best Yellow Dent inexistence. Buckbee’s Great Western. WLite Dent 100-day White Corn, best-on earth. Stalks generally bear two good ears each and very frequently three arefound. It yieldssplendid crops evenon light soil. All ears are uniform and well filled out, and will easily make 60 pounds of shelled Corn to the bushel. So general has the demand for this great Corn increased that we have found it impossible to supply all calls for it the past two years. Ourcrop the past season was splendid, but while we expect to fill all orders, I cannot too strongly urge you to place yourorders early. Price to one and a!l, as long as my choicest; stock seed lasts, postpaid, 4% lb, 15c,; Ib. 25c, At buyer’s expense, %~- bu, -30c.; %4 bu. 50c.; % bu. 80c.; bu. $1.50; 2 bu. $2.75; 10 bu. lots or moze at $1.25 . per bu,
Mr. A. J. Lovejoy, Roscoe, Tl., one of the most eminent agricultural authoritiesin the country and recognized as a practical] and successful stock growerand farmer, has planted Buckbee’s Great Western Dent Corn to the exclusion of all 4\ other field Corn and has har- |} vested on an average over 100 bushels of shelled Corn per acre for the past six years,
The testimonials appear- ing in Buckbee’s cata- logue are not cut and dried affairs, they are truthful and you are at liberty to write any of the parties, enclosing postal for reply.
Tell Your Friends and Neighbors About Buckbee’s Seeds. Get Them to Include Their Orders With Yours.
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, z BUCKBEE’S EARLY GOLD MINE 3 is a magnificent variety of field Coru, and the result of careful investigation and experimentation r on my part. It isimmensely better than my former celebrated ‘Pride of the North.” It has been grown and selected with Wy great care and stands to-day without an equal anywhere. ag I have given my stock the most careful attention this year, and I know it to be better than anything I have ever before been bn 4 able to offer corn growers.
=f ape eft) _ This great variety wil! usually produce a crop in 90 days or less. It can be safely planted up to the middle of June and hy still be depended uponto ripen bythe middle of September. It produces a magnificent yield, there generally being two good-sized rer ears to the stalk, with immense long, oily kernels closely set, the cob well filled to the end.
aay hor The Corn is of a rich golden color. Buckbee’s Early Gold Mine isa wold producer.
By Postpaid, per 1-2 Ib. 15c.; Ib. 25ce. By freight or express at buyer’s expense, 1-8 bu. 30c.; 1-4 bu. 50c., 1-2 bu. mg SO0c.; bu. $1.50; 2 bu. $2.75; 10 bu. or more at $1.25 per bu.
THE GREAT IOWA SILVER MINE
/ produces stalks which grow to a height of 8 and 10 feet, which sets the ears about 314 to 4 feet from the ground; the best height for easy picking. The y ears measure from 10to 12 inches in length, and weigh anywhere from 1to 14% pounds. It is not uncommon for 47 ears of this variety to make one bushel. It is extremely hardy and practically unaffected by drought. Itis a great Corn, and as near perfect as I believe it possible to secure. It matures in about 100 days, and in 1896 broke the world’s record by producing 215 bushels to the acre; in’97 in Illinois it produced 166 & bushels to the acre. It was awarded first prize for yield per acre at the Illinois State Fair. It was awarded first prize for “best bushel,’ anycolor,and carried away the grand sweepstakes for the best Corn in the show, easily winning in the face of strong competition. It stands to-day the best 100-day White Corn in the market. Postpaid, per 1-21b. 15c.; lb. 25c. At buyer’s expense by freight or express, 1-8 bu. 30c.3; 1-4 bu. 50c.; 1-2 bu. 80c.; bu. $1.50; 2 bu. $2.75; 10 bu. or more at $1.25 per bu.
BUCKBEE’S NEW EARLY KLONDIKE
is another magnificent variety of 90-day Corn. If you want a Corn that matures quickly, this isthe Corn tobuy. It is good to harvest early in the fall, to enable you to seed ground with other grain.
You cae earn your money quickly by planting this great variety, and you may depend upon it, togrow more bushels on poor land than any other early
variety known. On ordinarily fair ground, it will yield from 100 to 200 bushels per acre. It produces a small cob which dries quickly and leaves the corn sound and
yy sweet. The ears are of excellent size, and an abundance of fine quality fodder assured. It stands drought better than any other variety; husks and 2
My, shells easily; it is the earliest Corn to market and will prove a veritable money producer. 4
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The following varieties, which are too well known to require extended description, I will furnish as long as my choicest Stock Seed lasts, at the uniform price of, postpaid, 1-2 Ib. 15c.; Ib. 25c. At buyer’s expense, 1-8 bu. 25c.3; 1-4 bu. 40c.3 1-2 + bu. 70c.; bu. $1.20; 2 bu. $2.25; 10 bu. or more at $1.00 per Du. Fi
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Mik Buckbee’s Colossal, Western Yellow Dent, Western White Dent, Riley’s Favorite, Iowa Gold Mine, é
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“The Best Corn of the Century.” So says Mr. ©. 8. Clark, of Wakeman, Ohio—the largest grower of Seed Corn in the world—and his word is—Honor.
A Veritable Gold Mine for Every Farm.
The Great Liberty Field Corn first appeared in 1900, Had a larger sale than any first-year Novelty Seed Corn—so large, in fact, that our supply of seed was exhausted very early in the season.
Buckbee’s Great Liberty Corn has never been known to failin making a good SFOs It’s of a most remarkable type and color, being very pure in growth and habit, yet of many beautiful colors (red, am- ber, golden yellow and yellow cast; also dark red, allon one cob) making it the most beautiful Corn in the crib, on ear or in the bag shelled.
This new Corn combines more solid merit than any Corn incultivation— more fine and lasting points. Its great merit liesin the fact that it is a natural yielder. Expert Corn growers pronounce it “a Perfect Field Corn as to yield, size of the ears, color, size of cobs, length of grain, size of grain, size of fodder, size of growthof fodder, and the extra fine quality of the fodder.”
Have you decided to change that old worn-out stock you have been planting for years and plant the best new Corn in existence—Liberty—this year? Don’twait. Notwithstanding the scarcity of seed, I havedecided to place Buckbee’s Great Liberty Field Corn on the market at the following low prices—which are certainly within reach of all—as long as my stock seed lasts. (Should my supply become exhausted I will return your money
romptly.) By mail, postpaid, per \ Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c.; 3 lbs. 60c.
freight or express at bu,er’s expense, 4 bu. 60c.; % bu.
75c.; % bu. $1.25; bu. $2.00; 2 bu. $3.90, or 10 bu. for only $19.00. (No charge for bags.)
Corn growers everywhere cannot help but be pleased with Buckbee’s Great Liberty Field Corn, because—
1st—It is a great natural yielder and grows like a weed. 2d—It is the longest-grain early Corn incultivation, maturing gener- ally in 90 days. 8d—The fodder grows strong, rank and quick, 7to 12 feet high and stands storms to a remarkable degree. - 4th—The ears set in fine form $14 to 4 feet from the ground. % 6th—Onur fields are yielding 100 bushels and over of sbelled Oorn per acre under average cultivation. 6th—It will outyield field Cornof any kind, either Dent or Flint, on any kind of land. Tth—It is the best Corn to yield in the world. 8tb—The ears are large, 8 to 12 inches long; cob small and well filled (16 to 24 rowed).
Jerusalem Corn.
BUCKBEHE’S GRHAT LIBERTY FIELD CORN.
Opens a New Era of Profitable Corn-Growing throughout the Country. More Good Points Combined in this Corn than any other in Cultivation.
Mr. J. W. Wilson, of Alton, TIll., the celebrated Corn specialist, writes: “Regarding Buckbee’s Great Liberty Corn, it is truly the earliest, out- yielded all other sorts, and is a wonder.”
A PERFECT WONDER IN EARLINESS, YIELD AND SMALL- NESS OF COB.
9th—It has small cob, making it a wonderful yielder.
10th—It will outshell and outyield the leading 110-day and later varieties.
1lth—It is the best Corn to fatten stock on in cultivation.
12th—It stands the drought better than any other Corn.
18th—It husks and shells easily.
14th—This Corn will make friends where others fail.
15th—It’sthe best Corn to cut with Corn harvesters in cultivation.
16th—It will bring the highest market price.
17th—It will cure out in shock when later varieties will mold and spoil.
18th—Farmers can make more money growing this variety and selling it to their neighbors for seed than any other crop they can grow.
19th—Your crop isinsured by planting Buckbee’s Grect Liberty Field rn. 20th—It is truly a World-Beater in every way.
Great Brazilian Flour Corn.
One of the Greatest Novelties Ever Introduced. Originated in Brazil, where it constitutes the principal food of the inhabitants, It is truly a marvelous plant. For years our seed was always exhausted before the season ended, s0 great wasthe demand. You are sure to like it. It grows 8 feet high, and from one kernel sends enough stoolsto produce 100 ears. Its strong points are:
1. Twenty-five barrels of flour can be grown from one acre, and this flour is of as fine a grade as is made of wheat, which is five times as much as wheat produces per acre.
2. The bread and biscuits baked therefrom are fully as palatable as from any flour known.
8. When boiled in agreen state it has no superior among Sweet Oorn, while its yield is thricethat of Sweet Corn,
. Matures in all latitudes where Corn ripens.
6. COultivate as you would Corn, allowing two kernelsto a hill.
6. Ityields at the rate of 100 bushels of green fodder per acre, for cat- tle, of the most dolicious, sweet, tender, juicy, nutritious food we have ever seen. Indeed, it seems as though this will soon rank as the greatest fodder- producing plantin the world.
1. This isawonderful Corn. It makes flour in quality equal to wheat. Of course itis not so white, but oh, what delicious eakes, rolls and biscuits! For flour, plant 10 lbs. per acre; for fodder, 16 lbs.
Postpaid, 4% lb. 15c.; lb. 25c. At buyer’s expense, 5 lbs. 40c.; 10 lbs. 75c.
rit—Belongs to the non-saccharine sorghums, and was brought e few yearssince from the arid plains of Pales- tine. Itis pronounced the best and surest grain crop for dry countries and seasons; even better than Kaffir Cornor Milo Maize. It grows several smaller heads on side shoots; often as many as 8 heads on a stalk. Very valu- able for feeding stock and proves a GOLD MINE for chicken feed. Plant 6 to 10 lbs. peracre. Postpaid, 4 1b.15c.; we 265c. At buyer’s expense, 5 lbs. 40c.; 10 lbs. Cc.
Branching Dhoura Corn.
Yields from 6 to 16 Stalks from 1 Seed. Being allied to Sugar Cane, cattle, horses and hogs will eat it ravenously. The Rural New Yorker says: ‘‘Though, during the severe drought, corn dried up within afew feet of it, the Branching Dhoura suffered but very little, producing from 4 to 12 branches, and grew sturdily from
to 10 feet high. If cut down it starts again with renewed strength. It yielded at the first cutting atthe rate of 68 tons totheacre. Plant 6 lbs. in rows per acre. Postpaid, 4% 1b. 15c.; lb. 25c. At buyer’s ex- pense, 5 lbs. 40c.; 10 lbs. 75c.
' Wonderful Milo Maize Corn.
Excellent Fodder Plant for Feeding. In a great manysections itis planted to the exclusion of all others. It will produce an amazingly large crop of the richest green fodder of superlative quality. It will grow anywhere. Theseed is an excellent fattener, and is rel- ished by all cattle, hors, poultry, etc. Plant 6 lbs, in rows
er acre. Postpaid, 4% Jb. 15c.; lb. 25c. At uyer’s expense, 5 Ibs. 40c.; 10 Ibs. 75c.
It costs less than 30 cents an acre to use our carefully selected Seed Corn. Do you consider it wise to risk doubtful Corn when the best is so cheap?
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Itis very rich in nutriment and a wondrously immense yielder. It grows rapidly, is early, short jointed, tall, and produces an overwhelmingabundance of leaves and rich, juicy, sugary stalks, with strong tendency to mature several ears.
This variety positively will furnish more tons of corn fodder to the acre and nearly doublein nourishment than common Corn. The best silo authorities in the country use and endorse this famous Giant Fodder Corn and exclude all others for it. The reason is because this Variety turishes more dry matter and more nourishment to the ton than any other FodderCorn on eart
Do not be influenced by statements intended to mislead you in buying other Corn, which is
_ always claimed to be as good as Buckbee’s Giant Fodder. For the surpassing elegance of this variety and the extra choice seed which we furnish, prices named are extraordinarily low:
PRICES, postpaid, % Ib, 15c.: lb. 25c. By freight or express, at buyer’s expense, % bu. 25c.; % 40c.; % bu. 70c.; bu. $1.25; 2 bu. $2.40; 10 or more bu. $1.15 per bu.
BUCKBEE’S FOR FODDER. Iconsider this one of the most valuable fodder plants I FAM have, and stock raiser’sshould certainly devote some of their land toraising OUS it. Its nutritive qualities are excellent, stalks being sweet, juicy and tender. SUGAR Its very numerous leaves are large, broad, succulent and thoroughly relished
CORN by all kinds of stock. It is superior in every one of these respects to any other variety of Sugar Corn; it has been known to grow from 10 to 12 feet high, on strong soil, and to
produce an almost incredible quantity of fodder.
When well cured, this fodder is equal in every way to hay and vastly cheaper. Dairy farmers endorse this variety of mine as producing fodder which will greatly increase production of milk and cream, besides keeping the animalsin primecondition. The stock eat every portion of the stalks and leaves. One acrein this variety is worth as much as eight acres of ordinary pasturage.
It is also highly valuable for hogs and an excellent plant to plow under for soil. It should be drilled in abundantly or broadcasted at the rate of about 2 bushels per acre. You cannot miss it on this Corn.
Postpaid, % Ib. 15c.; lb. 25c. six eae Or express, at buyer’s expense,
. y% bu, 40c.; %4 bu. T5c.; bu. $1.40; bu. S bu. $5.25; 10 or more bu. $2.50 per bu.
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A most excellent Corn toplent. Easily yielding two crops of fodderthe season. Grows from start to finish whether it rains or shines—it grows. Plants attain a height of from 6 to 10 feet, straight end upright.
stoma have a stalky tendency and produce numerous wide leaves. Thestalks do not harden as do other fodder crops, but keep green, brittle and juicy. s %
A most excellent fodder, either green or dry, being highly relished by all stock. It should be sown in rows, about 8 feet apart, planting 6 inches in the row. Use from 6to15 lbs. seed per acre. In case land is warm, rich and deep, plant more if a heavy growth is desired. :
Its wonderful qualities are unaffected even as far north as Dakota. Itis immensely productive and does well everywhere. & ;
If you want the best food for hogs or sheep and are proud of fine-looking horses or cattle, it will pay you to plant a few acres of this great KaffirCorn. Besides,it produces tons and tons of seed which is as rich, nutritious and fattening as Corn. You can fatten your hogs on this seed at an extremely small outlay. You will be surprised at the results.
Our price for this very choice selected Kaffir Corn Seed, postpaid: % Ib. 12c.; Ib. a ac: ee ae expense, by freight or express, 5 lbs, 25c.; 10 lbs, 35c.; 15 lbs, 50c.; a S, .50,
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THOROUGHBRED FIELD SEEDS.
Farmers and Planters { J K | who require large quan- tities of field seeds, please mail me a list of your actual require-
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Buckbee’s Improved Superior Evergreen.— The best variety for general cultivation, on account of | color and quality of brush. Ripens early. Grows about 8to 10 ft. high. Brush good length, fine and _ straight. Postpaid, 4% lb. 15c.; Ib. 25c. By express or freight at purchaser's expense, 10 - S————— — lbs. 60c.; 25 lbs. $1.25;
100 lbs. $3.75. BEANS.—BUCKBEE'S ELECTRIC TREE
A most valuable new variety, the most productive and heavy-cropping Bean known, growing nearly 2 feet high, branching out in all directions and bearing its pods so high that they seldom touch the ground, enabling it to stand a wet spell without any injury. All who have raised Beans know that when the pods lie in contact with the ground after ripening, a very littlerain willruin the crop, turning the pods and beans black. This is indeed a wonderful cropper, yielding from 75 to 100 bushels per acre, average cultivation, while hundreds of my customers report yields of from 40 to 60 bushels per acre under average cultivation. Plant them 244 feet apart, 18 inches in the row, 2 to 3 beans in a hill. They are much easier cultivated than small-growing varieties, and much easier harvested. They mature reasonably early and ripen very evenly. Asa baking Bean Buckbee’s Electric Tree is not equaled and will meet your most sanguine expectations for market or family purposes. Postpaid, 4 pt.12c.; pt. 22c.; qt. 35c. (See wholesale prices in quantity, page 78.)
A wonderfulnew forage plant and restorer of land. It is more valuable for fertilizing than either eas or clover, and equal to them for feeding. When once established it grows every year without further attention. Tt will not interfere with other crops, can be kept under by cultivation, can be eradicated in two years of successive pasturing. This is important, becausesome forage plants become pests when the land is needed for other crops. The plant is a strong feeder with deep roots like alfalfa, bringing from the subsoil the dormant fertilizing elements, and will enrich the land by its decaying foliage without the expense of plowing it under. Land planted with Beg- gar Weed has improved 300 per cent. in six years. Hogs, horses, cows and mules eat it greedily. Can be pasture landin summer and fall. Can be sown in the corn-field. Will thrive on much poorer land than most forage crops. More fattening to stock thanall other known forage plants. Five pounds of seed for an acre. Drill or sow broadcast in the spring after frost. Postpaid, oz. 10c.; \% lb. 25c.; lb. 45c.; 5 lbs. $1.75.
GIANT BEGGAR WEED. |
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THE UNCROWNED KING OF THE DESERTS AND DRY, SANDY SOILS. The Department of Agriculture has been experimenting with this grass at its experiment-
al stations in the arid regions. The Experimental Grass Station at Garden City, Kan., says: ‘‘We have grownBromus Inermis successiully, and we think it isthe coming Grass forthe arid regions of the West. Itis greea fromthe middle of March to about November. Prof. Shaw, of Minnesota, pertinently says: ‘This Grass cannot be obtained too soon by the farmers of the Northwest.”’ It is the Grass for hot, dry climes and soils, It will grow on all kinds of soil, even on yellow
Ee ES SI ee ee . sand, and is equally good for pastur- 4 ing, curing into hay, or cutting (Ps) green. All kinds of stock eat it “av readily, and itis very rich in nutri- }R eo - tive value. Perennial; 2 to 5 : ®@ feet high, flowering in June and August.
® The Best New Grass for Pasture or Hay. The South Dakota Experiment Station, of Brookings, says: “This is the best Grass that has yet been tried at this station, When properly sown it catches well, giving a good sod the first year; in favora- ble seasons a fair yield of hay may also be obtained. Up to the present the best results have been obtained by sowing plenty of seed on well prepared ground as early as possible in the spring. From 2 to 2% bushels should be sown to the acre, depending some- what upon the season and condition of soil. The forage, though coarse, is of excellent quality, and, under ordinary circumstances a large amount of early spring and fall feed may be obtained, in addition to a good yield of hay. Thus far the Grass has endured drought perfectly, and has never winter-killed in the least. It does well sown with clover or with clover and timothy. Use 20 pounds to the acre if alone; if with alfalfa, 15 pounds; they will grow well together. It may be sown in the fall with winter wheat, or inthe spring. Cut when first coming into bloom. Choicest Northern-grown stock seed. Postpaid: “1b. 15c.; lb. 25c. At buyer’s expense, 10 lbs. $1.40; 25 Ibs. $3.40; 50 # Ibs. $6.50; 100 Ibs. $12.50. i, a wily, =
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So Dip Costes p eg tere: I PESTER S&S sa Be SOJA BEAN.
Select Northern Grown,
The Soja Bean is coming right to the front as a great soil enricher, as a food for hogs and cattle, both in the green and dry state. In some parts of the South it is extensively grown only for feeding pigs, and the agricultural bulletins throughout the Southern States praise Same without stint. Here in the North the Soja Bean has not yet become generally cultivated on account of its not being early enough to ripen seed; but if you wish same for fertilizing, to plow under in
ie Say st : ; : ete 7, ; e the green state, it is certainiy one of the very greatest plants next to 2 ‘
A és J ei) ee the Cow Pea, to sow, on account of its remarkable qualities. It will
Z 4 ’ draw from the sun and return to the earth just the nourishment and properties that you are looking for. Our Soja Bean which we offer here, this year ripened very nicely on our Rockford Seed Farms. Postpaid, % lb. 15c.; lb. 25c. At buyers’ expense, % bu, 40c.; 14 bu. 75c.; Ye bu, $1.40; bu. $2.75.
VELVET BEAN.
This Bean is creating a great sensation in the South and Middle North. The planting that we had on our trial grounds surprised and startled us. We have come to believe that it is going to be one of FF the great green manure or fertilizing plants. It is tremendously pro-
7 \, Z lific, vines running from 12 to 18 feet long. It is the Bean to try a ~S 3 ‘ everywhere. It no doubt will make as much green herbage as any
ly RBIICKREE'S | plant grown. It is new, and we urge eyery farmer to give it a trial.
Postpaid, pt. 16c.; qt. 30c, At buyer’s expense, % bu. 40c.; 14 bu. “\Z 4 ‘ 75c.; Ye bu. $1.40; bu. $2.75, = f A , NEW 22% 5 fae wy BUCKWHEAT.
| Ac 7 é Buckbee’s Giant Japanese—The greatest Buckwheat in the world. lan apanese : Has all the valuable characteristics of the Japanese Buckwheat, and in ‘ \ p if . . addition is earlier and will yield at least one-quarter more per acre. a ; Don’t fail to include this in your order. Postpaid, 1b. 20c. At buyer’s i 4 a expense, by freight or express, ¥% bu1.25c.: %4 bu. 45c.; 42 bu. 80c.; bu.
: 3 $1.50, Write for special prices in large quantities,
= CLOVER SEED.
For many years we have made this a specialty, and we now have “7s : our electrical mscieey for eamne so suet eu tee es ea nee - 3 i ur grades average better than ose of most other markets, ther | HALLENGE ay SEDI ccel feelers is often remarked that the seed looked so extra nice ! Seed Grower they should not reclean it. From these same lots of seed we are cleaning out $ to 5 ibs, per bushel of trash, sand and RELIABLE quotes you shrunken clover seed. Our seed is worth 50c, to $1.00 per bu. NOTICE. } 5 more an at obtained from other dealers, : ‘ OMPETITION/ lower prices, .PRICES on Clover and Grass Seeds are changing almost | _ Clover»and Timothy Seed E write me daily, so that we ere unable to quote prices which will be | 28. Well a Field | Seed AI O invariable. Write for prices. We issue a price list each week | *71CeS_ Subject to change > from January until June, If you are in a horry for the seed | Without notice, you can order it and we will send seed to full value of money Write for Samples and sent on day order is received. Following are the prices we are | Special Prices when you are selling at on the date this catalogue goes to press—December | in the market to buy in 1, 1902. We prepay postage at the 1 and 3 pound rate; | large quantities. I can save Isreer cuentics snipped at purchaser’s expense, Trial pack- | YoU money on every deal. ets, 5c each.
ALFALFA, OR LUCERNE. (Unequaled Drought-Resisting Clover). Postpaid, Ib. 25c.; 3 Ibs. 70c. At buyer’s expense, % bu. $1.00; 1%4 bu. $1.90; %4 bu. $3.75; bu. $7.25.
ALSIKE CLOVER. The hardiest Clover in the World. Postpaid, Ib. 35c.; 3 Ibs. 90c. At buyer’s expense, % bu. $1.85; %4 bu. $2.50; % bu. $4.75; bu. $9.00.
MEDIUM RID CLOVER. Fostpaid, lb. 25c.; 3 lbs. 65c. At buyer’s expense, 14 bu. 92c.; 14 bu. $1.75; % bu, $3.40; bu. $6.50.
MAMMOTH RED CLOVER, Postnaid, lb. 25c.; 3 lbs. 65c, At buyer’s expense, 14 bu, 95c,; 14, bu. $1.80; % bu, $3.50; bu. $6.75.
CRIMSON CLOVER, Also called ‘‘Giant Incarnate’’ Clover. Postpaid, 1b. 25c.; 3 Ibs, 65c. At buyer’s expense, % bu. 75c.; 14 bu. $1.35; % bu. $2.50; bu. $4.50,
ORCHARD GRASS.
Stands a drought well and grows yigorously in the shade of trees and thrives well in poor soil. Sow at the rate of three bushels per acre. Postpaid, lb, 25c, By freight or express, at buyer’s expense, 44 bu. 75c.; bu. $2.06.
SUNFLOWER. Mammoth Russian.
The single heads measure 22 inches in diameter and contain a large quantity of seed, which is highly valued by all farmers and breeders who have tried it as an excellent and cheap food for fowls. They fatten well on it aud attain a bright, lustrous plumage, and s‘rong, healthy condition better than on any other food. Jt can be raised cheaper than corn. The stalks when Gry make a good bonfire, while the seed heads with seed in make a better fire than the best hard coal. Four quaris of seed will plant an acre. Postpaid, oz. 5c.; Ib. 17c. By freight or express, at buyer’s expense, 4g bu. 25c.; 14 bu. 45c,; 42 bu, 80c.; bu, $1.50.
TIMOTHY. Buckbee’s Reliable.
This grass is most commonly cultivated for hay, and for that purpose probably surpasses all other grasses in cultivation. It makes the best hay for horses and market on the entire list and being early, the grass is well adapted for spring grazing. It is a perennial, and if meadow is kept in good fertility by surface dressing it will bear crops indefinitely. Postpaid, Ib. 20c, At buyer’s expense, % bu. £0c.; %4 bu. 70c.; % bu. $1.20: bu. $2.%5,
LANG’S
HAMMOND’S SLUG SHOT.
Guaranteed to destroy Potato Bugs and those on Toma- toes and Egg Plants, Currant Worms, cabbage Lice and Worms, Fleas, Beetles and Striped Bugs on Melons, turnips, Beets, Onions, etc. Also a preventative of the Rose Bug and Cut Worm. Use in the morning while the dew is on, Postpaid, lb. 15c. Freight or express, at buyer’s expense, 5 lbs. 30c.; 10 lbs, 50c.; 25 Ibs, $1.25: 50 Ibs. $2.25; 100 lbs. $4.25; 1,000 lbs. $40.00.
YOU BUY YOUR SEEDS FROM THE GROWER WHEN YOU BUY FROM BUCKBEE.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD,
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UGAR CANE.
Sorghum—Dairy farmers say that this is the most valuable fodder plant in existence for their use. Notwithstanding its great adaptability as a food for live stock,it is only quite recently that the real value of Sorghum (Sugar Cane) has attracted general atten- tion. Its great merit is now beginning to be Bppreciated and the demand is increasing about ten fold every year. It is profitably grown anywhere from Manitoba to Mexico, on any good corn ground, and does not ap. pear to be affected by drought. Asa fodder plant itis the most economical plant in er- istence, and of the very best quality, being sweet, tender, nutritious and greedily eaten by cattle, horses and hogs. Dairymen find that the cows will give more and richer milk from its use, anc }t is claimed that as high as 60 tons of thegr en fodder have been grown peracre. It car >e cut several times during the season if not »llowed to get too high, and
=~ makes a good, sweet hay. Sow 4 bushel per SUGAR CANE. acre for best results. Is a profitable crop, also, to grow for the seed, which is excellent for feeding poultry, and is frequently ground and substituted for buckwheat flour. arly Amber—This variety is successfully grown in our extreme northern latitudes. It may be planted as late asthe 25th of June, and will be ripe enough to manufacture in Septeraber. Three to four pounds are re- guired peracre. Postpaid, lb. 20c.; 8 Ibs. 50c. At buyer’s expense by relght or express, bu. #1.25; 1-2 bu. T0c.; 1-4 bu. 40c.; 1-8 bu. 25e.
Early Orange—An exceedingly valuable variety, very large, of strong and vigorous habit and does not fall down. It is early and often produces 240 gallons of beautifully-colored and highly-flavored syrup to the acre, Postpaid, Ib. 20c.; 3 Ibs. 50c. At buyer’s expense by freight or express, bu. $1.25; 1-2 bu. T0c.; 1-4 bu. 40c.; 1-8 bu. 25e.
HUNGARIAN GRASS.
Very valuable hay for stock raisers, and yields a good supply. It phould pe cut wheniin picom and the fiber will not be too Woody IGE fends ng stock. ostpald, Ib 20c.; 8 Ibs. 50c. At buyer’s ex - e 25c.; 1-4 bu. 40c.; 1-2 bu. T0c.; bu. B1.25: 5 bau. 6.00, expenses 2:6 iba
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da height of 7 feet by September 10th, making a luxuriant growth of leaves, which the horses and cattle ate as freely as young sugar corn. About three pounds of seed are required per acre. Price of seed: Postpaid, oz. 10c.; 1-4 lb. 80c.; Ib. $1.00; 8 Ibs.
ILLINOIS.
(THE BEsT HOG AND STOCK MILLET.)
It is positively the most remarkable, leafy, bushy, vigorous growing, earliest Milletin the world. Yields as high as 15 tons or more of hay peracre. It will make a magnificent crop of hay if sown immediately after your oats or barley or rye or wheat is cut, as it will ripen in from 60 to 90 days. It is positively the Millet wonder, very, very leafy, prolific and excep- tionally fine for hay and food. Tryit for1902. This Millet, like no other Millet, stands the hot, dry winds of the Dakotas, the burning prairies of Kansas, and flourishes on the semi-arid soils of Western Nebraska and Colorado. In fact, it grows where no other Millet grows. It would be cheap at ten times the price. Sow 4 bushel per acre. Postpaid, lb. 25c. At buyer’s expense, 1-8 bu. 85e.3 1-4 bu. 50¢e.; 1-2 bu. 80e.; bu. £1.50; 5 bu. K7.00.
Golden—One of the best varieties. Quick growing and will produce an immense amount of valuable fodder. It makes the best of hay. Postpald, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense by express or freight, 1-4 bu. $0c.; 1-2 bu. 65c.; bu. $1.00.
THEOSINTE. (Reana Luxurians.)
Somewhat resembles Indian corn in appearance, but the leaves are much longer and breader, and the stalkscontain sweeter sap. In its perfection it produces a great number of shoots, growing 12 feet high, very thickly covered with leaves, yielding such an abundance of forage that one plant is considered to be sufficient to feed a pair of cattlefor twenty-four hours, In the South it surpasses either corn orsorghum asasoiling or fodder plant. Eighty-five stalks have been grown from oneseed, attaining @ height of 11 feet. Be sure totryit. In this immediate vicinity, planted July 84d, it
BUCKBEEH’S PROLIFIC COW PHA.
(THE COW PEA has proved to
be one of the greatest fertil- izers of the age, and we doubt not— if we make the statement that it is richer in fertilizing matter, more lasting, more beneficial, a greater soil improver and a better soil enricher than the fertilizer drawn out from the barnyard—that many of our farmer friends will feel like challenging this statement;
mn the same piece of land in one season by sowing them quite early inthe
< aad spring, after frosts are over, broadcast, at the rate of 60 pounds per acre, or in drills 12 inches apart, and when these have attained the height of 30 inches plow them under and sow a second crop atthesame rate, This latter crop is ready to plow under the lst of
October or to cut for food, and then replow before frost. The next season this land is fitfor a corn, potato, oat or wheat crop.
The Cow Peais called by many an agricultural wonder on account of its great proliticness, its wonderful vigor of growth, its adaptability to all Climates and soils, and its enormous yield of green forage, The Cow Pea in many of its fertilizing qualities is equal tothe mammoth Red Clover, It has strong roots and heavy foliage, possessing great fertilizing powers. It draws its nourishment very heavily from the air and returns it in a richer measure to the soil, thereby enriching it to a degree that is remarkable, It makes a magnificent fodder for cattle. The Cow Pea ranks high among the best fertilizers, gathering immense quantities of nitrogen from the atmosphere. The ripe Peas contain no less than 18% per cent. of digestible protein. It is becoming known to the North, also, as a highly valuable fodder and fertilizing crop. The seed or grain is ground and used for cattle fodder; the leaves and stalks also make excellent fodder, fed green, Poor, sandy Jand may be greatly improved by plowing under a crop of Cow Peas, and thus make into afertile loam. Plant ina thoroughly pulverized soil. If wanted to plow under for manure, sow with a grain drillin drills afoot apart. If grown for seed, plant 314 feet apart and 1 foot in the row, and cultivate thoroughly, using 25 pounds seed. Postpaid, 1-2 Ib. anes Ib. 20c. At buyer’s expense, bu. #2.75; 1-2 bu. $1.40; 1-4 bu. 75e.; 1- bu. 40c.
FIELD PEAS.—Sow broadcast or in drills, using about 2 bushels of seed to the acre. Worth its Canada Field, Common Blue, Common | Weight in Gold. White, Whippoorwill. Write for market prices,
BUCKBEE ALWAYS FURNISHES THE BEST SEEDS.
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.._. BUCKBEE’S WONDERFUL BONANZA DWARF RAPE.—Prcfessor Shaw, of the Minnesota Agricultural College, reports on Rape: On 54 acres Rape after winter rye had been removed, 537 sheep and lambs were fattened thereon; 18 steers fed thereon for 59 days, and several acres were uneaten when winter set in. * * * Further, 1 acre of Rape will pasture 10 to 16 lambs 2 to 2% months, when rye has preceded it. When sown alone, it will pasture 36 head for 2 months. * * * That the lowest average gain on lambs fed on Rape alone, is 7 to 8 pounds permonth.” There isa great need of Rape, especially in the fall of the year when the corn has been harvested, and just before the setting in of winter, Farmers are obliged to depend solely on their pastures to feed their stock. Now, after the pastures give out, they must begin feeding their hay. Buckbee’s Dwarf Bonanza Rape does away with all this and gives a luxuriant pasture and a tremendous yield during the months when same is so greatly needed. If sown in May, it grows rapidly and can be cut or pastured the latter part of July. If sown the first half of July it will come into fine play as a fodder in September, October andup to November. The main secret in the successful raising of sheep for mutton lies in the yery general use of Fodder Rape for feeding them. After the corn is harvested and before winter sets in, there is need of nutri- tious green fodder, especially for sheep. Dwarf Bonanza Rape is easily grown, perfectly hardy and possesses remarkable fatten- ing qualities. One acre wi!l pasture 36 head two months, and lambs will make a gain of 8 to12 pounds amonth. Pigs and cattle are also very fond of it. The plantis a rank grower, and should have heavy manuring as wellas high cultivation. Sow the seed during the third or fourth week of June; it can then resist drought, and the crop can be ready to feed at a season when it is most needed. If the first crop were cut about 4 inches from the ground there would be an aftermath of second growth that would be useful after that time. It does we:l. sown with oats. If the soil isrich and clean, sow broadcast; if not clean, sow in drills and cul- tivate as for corn. Rape is especially adapted for a catch crop, succeeding when from any Cause the other crops have failed. When sown broadcast, use 5 pounds, and if in drills, 2 lbs. to the acre. Postpaid. 25c. perlb. By freight or express at buyer’s expense. one ao Ibs. $3.50; 100 Ibs. $6.50. -—A standard variety. Postpaid, 20c. per Ib. At buyer’s expense, 5 Ibs. 45c.; 10 Ibs. 75c.; 50 Ibs. $2.75; 100 Ibs. $5.25. “eaag 5 KEE ; ay
NOTICE.—PRICES ON ALL FARM SEEDS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Please understand—if prices ARE LOWER the day your order is received, moreseed willbe added; Ir HIGHER, the amount will be decreased.
The safest way—if you require considerable amounts of Farm Seeds, will be to send me alist of your actual requirements, and I will be pleased to quote you LOWEST MARKET PRICES by return mail.
BUCKBEE’S GREAT SAND OR WINTER VETCH ( Vicia Villosa).
N 1897 we procured from Europe a large amount of seed of this grand, good forage plant and distributed it very generally with our customers throughout the country for careful trial. So glorious were the results that we were in receipt of thousands of testimonial letters in its praise. So greatly has the demand for seed increased, that we have been unable to fill thousands of
orders in previous years. ee 1. Itis a wonderful, ra 2. It withstands cold.
pid grower, and gets on with little moisture, and thrives. i Sand Vetchcan be sown in April and May and mownin fall, and the next spring. where sheltered, will come forth fresh and green, and vigorous, and will form green herbage for cattle at once. : f bie: It is a tremendous yielder, producing all the way from 5 to 7 tons of the very best hay imagin- able per acre. 4. Quality. Buckbee’s Wonderful Sand Vetch makes the yery best hay imaginable, the equal of clover. 5. Culture. Itisagreat stooler. If sown in rows it will soon cover the ground as a complete network, furnishing a tremendous amount of luxuriant fodder. é . All agricultural colleges, all writers on agriculture, all practical farmers recommend the grow- ing of Sand Vetch. It is especially soin Europe. You cannot-find an agriculturist there who would not recommend it, and it is also the case here in America with those who have given same a trial. 7. As a fertilizer it has but few equals, as it enriches the soil very quickly, and can be plowed under twice in a season. : ;
. When intended for hay, Buckbee’s Wonderful Sand Vetch should be left standing until the flowers have for the most_part given way to the pods, and some of the seeds become well-formed, The crop is then ready for the mower, and will yield, according to the soil, from 5 to 7 tons of hay per acre. :
All summer long. You can have this excellent fodder plant, this excellent hay pro- ducer, all summer long by sowing at different times. You can have the pasturage from April until November by sowing two or three weeks apart, not only a little, but a great abundance, as Sand Vetch produces heavily. Oe
10. Don’t fail to try it. If youdo, you will miss one of the great treats of your lifetime in farming, because we believe that our Sand Vetch will give results that you have never hac before. It will give crops such as you never had before; and if your land is poor and you wish to enrich same, this will do it as quickly as anything you have ever tried. Sow 25-pounds per acre. Our seed is the very choicest Northern-grown, and while we expect to have enough to fill all orders, would advise early orders. Send to Buckbee for the best seed. Postpaid, 1b. 30c.; 3 lbs.80c. Atbuyer’s expense, 10 Ibs. $1.00; 25 Ibs. $2.40; 50 Ibs. $4.75; 100 Ibs. $9.25.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 75
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mia $8.00
FURROWING | AND MARKING
THIS MACHINE, TWELVE IN , ONE—ALL COMPLETE ONLY $8.00. The Matthews Constellation Combined Machine is manufactured especially for our critical trade. We know that it isa desirable pmachinte because several of them are in constant use on our Rockford Seed Farms. The price too is very reasonable ONLY $8.00 shipped by Freight or Express at buyer’s expense.
WwW 1 Head t for the followi ll k SUPE tO PIGAS6. matthews and New Universal Garden Tools ofthe latest improved patterns, all b D6 Beat. Matthews New Universal Model Garden Drill............ pe 25 New Universal Steel Frame Garden Drill.................. eB Be
Matthews New Universal Model Hill and Drill Seeder... 7.00 New Universal Steel Frame Hill and Drill Seeder........ Matthews New Universal Model Gem Seed Drill, only... 4.76 New Universal Steel Frame 2-Row Hill and Drill Seeder 17. BO
Matthews New Universal Model Gem Gardening Set...., 7.26 New Universal Ex ension Double Wheel Hoe, Cultiva- New Universal Double Whee! Hoe, Cultivator, Plow and torPPlow andiRake ices 0G eons dene cseceeecaccecss 6.00 RA eee eT cistoiciaiciee seen t caeiccic Suiceesisveionse 5.00 New Universal Manion Double Wheel Hoe (with Hoe New Universal Double Wheel Hoe (with Hoe Bladesonly) 3.25 Bladeslonly) sree eee on castle tio ruse cceneaoees New Geka! Single Wheel Hoe, Cultivator, Plow and New__Universal High Arch Expansion PE PINB DRG AE es eet ico UNL MAG TG ROR GAR 4,25 Wheel Hoe,Cultiva’r, Plow and Rake $7.50 Abe New DniversaliNo: 2 Single Wheel Hoe, Cultiv’r and Plow. 3.75 New Universal High Arch l.xpansion | New Universal Single eel Hoe (with Hoe Eee only) 2.50 Wheel Hoe (with Hoe Blades only).. 4.75 HALLENG| \ New Universal Hand Wheel Plow.,...........2.cccseseeeees 1.90 Matthews Hand Cultiva’r and Wheel Hoe 6.50 ; New Universal Hand Draw Plow...s........ecteceecececcces 1.50 Matthews Hand Cultivator only (5 teeth) 4.75 | New Universal Steel Frame Garden Plow and Attachm'ts 3.00 Matthews Hand Wheel Hoe only Geek} 4,25 ty | WRITE TO-DAY for free, illustrated and descriptive Catalogue of MATTHEWS and NEW UNIVERSAL GARDEN TOOLS and several other valuable and useful tools AT LOWEST PRICES EVER KNOWN. Shear uteuaiany other firm, write A GREAT SEED DRILL. THE BEST CULTIVATOR. [=
Sows all kinds of . garden seeds in an THE. <i
exact line, so that = the cultivator can be SX { worked close up to N IRON KING: the row while the fij@dieay iy?
plants are small and 00 aS
therefore is especi- $ 6. ally adapted tosow= — <——>
ing OnionSeed. Two patent agitators go with each machine, which are easily ad- justed and act as force feeds, thus in- suring an even and : continuous flow. It has aie rChangcable hoppers; can be converted from a seed to a fertilizer drill. Shipped at buyer’s expense, only $6.00. VA disc coverer, $6.50. With fertil- izer attachment, $9.00
THE BEST Ee MACHINE.
BUCKBEE S NEW DEERE SEED DRILL
BUCKBEE S’ » + NEW =~
Mc GEE. CULTIVATOR.
MENTS AMOR (ut IVATOR
WAR ANTED TO PLEASE.
The Great Feature wherein it excels all others is in the fact that it straddles the row and_that the handles can be moved independent of each other. Each handle has one of the knives attached to it and is held steady by asteel spring, so My PRICE ONLY. that the blades can be moved up to or away from the plants as
desired. While operating, simply move your hands inor out, and
8 4 50 the blades will close so as to cut out all the weeds, or open so
as to pass by _ (Special catalogue illustrating and describing
this splendid machine mailed free upon application.) My
rice, with all attachments shown in illustration, shipped at uyer’s expense, only $4.00.
The Best Machine on the Market for the Money. NOTICE a pricesion al and cnr eators arenon ma~
chines 8 ec express or ireignt a buyer’ Ss
Shines poi of it! A first-class Soe Drill for only $4.50. expense, unless Biterwise REsoeduupon: Let me have your
ipped by express or ee iGaE at buyer’s expense. (Special order early and thus take advantage of low shipping rates to
catalogue describing and illustrating this splendid machine all points. Please understand that all machines that I offer
mailed free upon application.)
are the very latest 1902 pattern.
REMEMBER THAT ALL OUR MACHINES ARE VERY LATEST PATTERN!
“IRON AGE”
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
FARM AND GARDEN TOOLS
Manufactured Expressly for Our Rockford Seed Farms.
The “Iron Age” Garden Tools have become inmenso)y popular, owing to their new and up-to-date construction. They are equipped with
high, steel wheels, very light tubular frames, connect
with the best malleable iron castings—really high grade bicycle construction, and
in consequence they are exceedingly light, convenient, easy to handle and very handsome in appearance.
DOUBLE WHEEL HOr, HILL AND DRILL SEEDER.
AS AHILL F AND DRILL SEEDER
AS A CULTIVATOR
THE BEST MACHINE FOR THE MONEY--ONLY $11.00.
Please understand that we are headquarters for the complete line of well known and reliable “IRON AGE” machines, which are manufactured expressly for us by the “Iron Age’ Co. The following are a few of them:
EVERY ONE A TIME SAVER AND MONEY MAKER. A SPLENDID MACHINE,
NEW MODEL Seed DRILL
No. 1. ‘Iron Age’? Double-Wheel Hoe complete...........+-- $ 6,50 No. 4. ‘‘Iron Age’’ Combined Double-Wheel Hoe and Drill
Needercmemcmieic sce leeatemae i icareciccsiclete Scnodac eeveeese 10,00 No. 8. ‘‘Iron Age’’ Hijl and Drill Seeder.......... Blelsinlaisielelele 0.00 No. 9. ‘‘Iron Age’’ Single-Wheel Hoe complete........ onodco: cate No. 12. ‘Iron Age’? Wheel Plow and Cultivator........... So bemcits) No. 15. Combined Single-Wheel Hoe, Hill and Drill Seeder. 10.00 No. 18. Combined Single-Wheel Hoe, Hill and Drill Seeder
(Seeder MOnly,) ie cmictetetetsicicloleielelaleteisiclolcielejoleiele!slelalelelelere eoccee 6,50 No. 20. -‘‘Iron Age’’ Single-Wheel Hoe complete........... . 5.50 No. 22. “Iron Age’? Combined Fertilizer Distributor, Hill and
Drill Seeder ......... -. 17.00 No. 23. ‘‘Iron Age’’ Fertilizer Distributor as a side Dres . Gem Double-Wheel Hoe complete........ Rrelrelaletelete eiofetetelersictale Gem Single-Wheel Hoe complete.......-sceee ee eeseeneeereces
Gem Single-Wheel Hoe, plain (with Cultivator Teeth only). $3.25 Also a Select Line of
“Tron Age’? Horse Hoe Cultivators and Harrows,
“Tron Age’’ Riding Cultivators,
Improved Robbins Potato Planters, Ete.
RBEB! Write today for free Catalogue describing and il- F e lustrating the complete line of ‘‘Iron Age’’ Machines.
Conceded by all to be one of the best Seeders on the market for market gardeners and crit- ical planters. The best value in ma- terial, durability snd True Merit,
The price is very low for the latest improved pattern, shipped at buyer’s expense, only $7.50. (Descriptive cata- logue of this ma- chine mailed free upon application.)
‘sPLANET, JR.,”? IMPLEMENTS--Standard High Grade.
Owing to the THe PLANET JUNIOR’. Tare aetanti cles : : err Sof Planet, Jr.,
NO.I COMBINED SEEDER goods which I
2 i lly sell — a p =— annually 3 AN Sp Serr mrmore, in fact, WHEEL HOE Sag than any other : z firm in the coun- try—I have been able to make a special agreement With the manu- facturers of thesegoods ly whereby I am N\A able to offer wy their machines at lower prices than ever before. Write at once for special prices on whatever machine you may be in the market for. delivered at your station, Send postal today for complete Planet, Jr., Cata- jogue, giving description and prices on all machines in their lines, such as Seed Drills, Cultivators, ete,
I Can Save You Money on kvery Deal.
My PRICE | ONLY $ 900:
Hill and Drill Seeder................. Tiill! and Drill Seeder. ae Hill and Drill Seeder and Sing Hill and Drill Seeder, plain (as a Drill only) Ifill and Drill Seeder complete............. Prill Seeder.. . Combined Drill Seeder and Wheel Hoe (no ra J ijl ydiadt lema-ssGao-oneonocoosne -osoonocceS only . Double-Wheel Hoe. > 2. Double-Wheel Hoe. 6. Single-Wheel Hoe 7. Single-Wkeel Hoe... ei No. 1714. Single-Wheel Hoe with Hoe anid) Weahiiiftercri. si) science No. 18. Single-Wheel Hoe.... Fire’ Fly, Plows.) jseccccec. 5 Giass! WHORer soc ccc cicielelc cle ve niviciriuieleic clelele.vlcisinjolei=in|alelelelaleveate
If you will maii me at once an EXACT LIST of your require- ments for SEEDS, SEED DRILLS, CULTIVATORS, ONE and TWO- HORSE CULTIVATORS, Etc., I shall be pleased to make SPECIAL PRICES.
If any other Reliable Firm quotes lower prices, write me,
BUCKBEE SECURES LOW FREIGHT RATES TO ALL POINTS.
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. 77
HEADQUARTERS For HORSE GULTIVATORS. Eto.
Tey Bucrace’s GReATEMPIRE AS MY PRICE \ | (ULTIVATOR | FAS A PLAIN
4 Be ifm, CULTIVATOR “ ONLY BR MACHINES YL) wy i CULTIVATION
REVERSED FOR HOEING
HERE’S A SAMPLE BARGAIN FOR ONLY $5.35.
You can’t beat it. Five Machines in one. Shipped by Freight or Express at buyer’s expense for only $5.35.
SEE! COMPLETE LIST OF ALL OTHER DESIRABLE HORSE CULTIVATORS, PLOWS, POTATO + PLANTERS, ETC., MAILED FREE UPON APPLICATION.
TRANSPLANTED AND WELL HARDENED—AT WHOLESALE PRICES.
We are headquarters for the finest vegetable plants, absolutely our own growth, and we can furnish them by the mil- lions. My plants are grown from Buckbee’s High Quality Seeds, they are well grown, transplanted and thoroughly hard- ened, they will make money for everyone who plants them. No charge for packing or boxes. It is always best to send plants by express. A i IMPORTANT—Plants quoted by Express are shipped at buyer’s expense. By mail are shipped ostpaid or express paid. This list is subject to change without notice, owing to damages trom ad weather, etc., etc.
EARLY CABBAGE.—The best Potted Egg Plants, 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100. hand-transplanted stock ready March EARLY PEPPER PLANTS—Ready May Ist. The best hand- 25th. Extra Early Jersey Wakefield, transplanted stock. Ruby King, Mountain Sweet, Red Cayenne. By mail, Buckbee's Extra Early New Queen, Early 15c. per doz.; 80c. per 100. By express, 65c. per 100; $6.00 Summer, Early Winningstadt, Buckbee’s per 1,000.
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Race Horse. By mail, 15c. per doz.; Potted Pepper plants, 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100. 65c. per 100. By express, 50c. per EARLY SWEET POTATO PLANTS—The very best stock, ready 100; $3.50 per 1,000. May 10th. Yellow Jersey, Yellow Nansemond, Red Bermuda, White Queen.
EARLY CAULIFLOWER—Read By mail, 10c. per doz.; 60c. per 100. By express, 30c. per March 25th, the best hatid-tvanenlanted 100; $2.50 per 1,000; $10.00 for 5,000. stock. Buckbee’s Early Chief, Early NEW VINELESS SWEET POTATO PLANTS—By mail, Snowball. By mail, 15c. per doz.; 15c. per doz.; 75c. per 100. By express, 50c. per 100; $4.00 80c. per 100. By express, 65c. per per 1,000. L 100; $6.00 per 1,000. CELERY PLANTS—Ready June 25th. Thevery best stock. Golden FANCY EARLY TOMATOES—Ready May Ist, the best hand- Self Blanching, White Plume, Giant Pascal, Buckbee’s Golden Heart. By transplanted stock. Buckbee’s Beefsteak. The finest on earth. By mail, 10c. per doz.; 65c. per 100. By express, 50c. per 100; mail, 20c. per doz.; 90c. per 100. By express, 75c. per 100; %3.-00 per 1,000. $6.00 per 1,000. LATE CAULIFLOWER~—Ready June Ist. The very best stock. EARLY TOMATOES—The best hand-transplanted stock. Beauty, Le Normand’s Short Stem. By mail, 15c. per doz.; 75c. per 100. New Stone, Dwarf Champion, Favorite, Ponderosa. By mail, 15c. per By express, 50c. per 100; $4.00 per 1,000. doz.; 65c. per 100. By express, 50c. per 100; $3.50 per 1,000. LATE CABBAGE-—Ready June lst. The very best stock. Buck- Potted Tomato plants, 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100. bee’s Christmas King, Hollander, Mammoth Late Flat Dutch, Mammoth EARLY EGG PLANTS—Ready May Ist, the best hand-transplanted Late Drumhead, Mammoth Red Rock, Buckbee’s Great Dane, Buckbee’s stock. Buckbee’s New Large Purple By mail,15c. per doz.; 85c. Rockford Market. By mail, 10c. per doz.; 60c. per 100. By ex-
per 100. By express, 75c. per 160; $6.00 per 1,000. press, 25c. per 100; $2.00 per 1,000. NE —— ee _—————— INDEx PAGE. PAGE. PAGE. PAGE. PAGE. Orchids .......- ----128 Borecole or Kale ..... Of * Mettucedacscnics. ets 34-35 Branching Dhoura......6
Wholesale Pages....78-79 Oxalis .........+e000- Zee ESO CCOMIiins ccreyecer sat s/atesaiereiaiee 9) ~ Mangels) fei. cncce cece 5y ) SBCAMNSY decicicvsssicts sreieierers 71 Seed Drills and Cul- PACONIES se ccte cece cress 128 Brussels Sprouts ...... { Martynia.: o. cccese es Blue Grass, Kentucky. .63 tivators ....... 15-78-77 PALINSE Wrererereintoveua otcielevels 126 Cabbage ...... 1-19-20-2 Melon, Mango Brazilian Flour Corn..65 Special Collections3-4-5-6-7 Pinks ...... ........ LUGE CADCI aiciarcaieiers slereiere’a/avern ne Musk ....1-36-87 Bromus Inermis val Lawn Grasses.......... GOMER ANS Ysitie: coisieisialsleetelsion PAD es CAT OOM, arciaieisiccnie cieiayarstucje$ Wiatens)-?89-40-41 = pe acra Corminicce A. Trees) os. 32 onovor anude 80 Roses— (Chic lice qandsonooeSs 23 Mushroom Spawn +208) Buekw t Small Fruits and 1-6-107-108-109-110-111 Cauliflower Mustard ....... SMa SDN Nursery Stock 81-82-83 Rudbeckia 127 Celery Nasturtium ; , Clovers ..........-- : PLANTS, Snapdragon Celeriac . Oktay fo. Corn, Yield. .66-67-68-69-7( Asparagus Sprengeri..126 Snowball soo Cheryily cna OniONG i. a wcoreinsse 9-50-51-! Cow Peas .......-. 3 Begonias ........ ome Snirensigeere tea tscteiccs GHICOry: eeeecisrcspeieleiee BIT ONIONe Sets satsciseecte cree. 48 Field Peas ........- 47-74 3ridal Wreath Swainsonias eeGHIVESt a/c:alclelcarevsieretatcreletae 9 Parsley £ Wodder Corny: wists sass 67 Calla) ilies: tances. Tuberoses ..........-+ GCBULUS 2) Jisisiec ive eleiarerorectnee 9 Parsnip 1 (Ch herbaodectme <saoooD MO VORWAVAOLCES* i 2) x's oie ltie'ere:0. oessis 128 Coffee Berry .........30 Peanuts . i Carnations =......... ETL Ge WASTCEIAS — oic's.cteroreieo'e%ors AOE Collar dstiy).2o: sche anieveve OCA S Bneccraeveraleterspere -47 3 Chrysanthemums .1-7-117 FLOWER SEEDS. Corn Pope sierarels siete .30 Pepper 44 i Clemaus .........+.. 12a A nnualso... 2.51. 84 to 86 Corn, Salad ..... POLE SUMP Kine caatesrceioie iors 42-43 Kaffir Corn 7 Comet Plant ........ 119 Climbers........ 99 to 101 Corn, Sweet..28-29-inside Radish ........... 1-54-55 Lawn Grasses 3 Cyclamen ....... :-++-113 Eyerlasting Flowers...106 front coyer MRhubarb (Pie. Plant)..44 Millet ... ....cccceees 3 Dielytra (Bleeding - Greenhouse Varieties @ressu hifecn ciate Senne. Rhubarb Roots.) concen. 44 Milo Maize j Heart) ...+..----. 2S iw eC mitre! 2e,. 3 102-103 Cucumbers Rutas Basase tc sce! HOnseMustard .¥i. circa e oreielere 08 Herms . esses eee eeeeeee LOG Me Mx turest i sie. clciare, oles 106 Cucumber, Sage Be VORtS. iataastacrotsrnareia ciere ; Fuchsias settee ees 1-118 Nasturtiums «...-1-90 Dandelion Salsify Orchard Grass Geraninms . .6-121-122-124 Ornamental ‘ s...106 Egg Plant Sorrel Rape veeeveees eqamiotus ce ceneeecsese 120M Pansyac ee eens woke EGS en divemontienmacor: Spinach Red Top is prtttersee eee Perennials ........ TOSANO5y pEenmel ty cleverstajeteres ereieree Squash 96-57 Soja Beans : e lotropes .: Sweet Peas ...... 1-97-98 DUAL PED COL yeterersiep.cteiers 16 Sunflower aagneyeuchies VEGETABLE SEEDS. Sunflower ..........0006 71 Slug Shot Le ‘ Bnew 9 : Artichoke moet jsice cece o MOD ACCOM aetelateivie cites siete G2 gSULAL ACALEC) | tie, <.c:0'j¢.crereie 73 4semon erbena ..... ASH ATA PUSHES ok once 8 MOIMATO’s.0)s 1c aketey are 1-60-61-62 Teosinte .....cc.eee.. 73 Lily of the Valley... Asparagus Roots ......8 LDULNIPSHreretelsineleresrerststetsOO. set DOT Yau ttevc sferefsrejciejate’s 72 Napoleon Climber ..... Beans sees tn 10 to 14-71 E FARM SEEDS, ETC. IVICT CHES BeactercrereQoroteisistorsiere 74 Oranges VEreew. rise. TCCtSiertetic cio ciereevo.s 1-17-18 Leek ...... 3 AMDerCanGieen citecrtects 72 Velyet Beans’ .s...ciae 72
Poco ~~ AL UAP" & PREMIUMS.—SEE PAGE 1 OF THIS BOOK.
738 H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD. ILLINOIS.
SPECIAL WHOLESALE BULK PRICE LIST OF
BEANS, SWEET CORN, PEAS, ETC.
SEEDS BY MAIL—If you want anything sent by mail, postage at the rate of 10c per pound or 15c per quart must be added to prices named on pages 78 and 79. 2
MOST ALL VARIETIES OF SEEDS ARE SCARCE THIS YEAR—ORDER EARLY. On a number of varie- ties, such as Beans, Sweet Corn, Peas, Vine Seeds, Tomatoes, etc., we can accept orders only in connection with other seeds. It is our purpose to protect, as usual, the thousands of customers who annually look to us for a gen- eralsupply of seeds.
BEANS. : are ~ SWEET CORN—-Continued. Qt. 1% %Bu. B ia. Qt. 4% Bu. %Bn. 12Bu. Bu. Early Royal Dwarf MWidney........... 13 $0.50 $1.80 $3.5u Early Minnesot Ve ebooeseessa0-=458F 13 $0.45-° $0.85 $1.60 $3.00 Improved Large White Marrow........ 13. 1.80 ~ 3.50 BaHlard’s Early (Chicago Market...... 13.45 1.60 3.00 Improved) White Navye..ceoeenecsceeee 1: 1.65 3.25 Kendall's Barly GiAnt............... 13. «4D 1.65 3.25 Early China Hed Wye....ess.s22000.0- 13 1.65 3.25 Mendersons Early New Metropolitan...13 45 1.60 3.00 Improyed Long Yellow Six Weeks...... 14 1.90 3.50 Early Onaby: _ a oidipaparseecee Sooctedaics 13.45 1.69 3.00 Fiarlye sMonawky. seen cee heise ieee 14 1.90 3.50 “Speteeeris; Vermont..................- 13. 45 1.60 3.00 New Dwarf Horticultural, or Cranberry.15 2.05 4.00 Wemner Ss) Marlyeoonscnine cee 2aconscnedd 13. (OAS 1.6) 3.00 Buckbee’s Electric Tree................ 15 1.90 3.50 Early Adams, or Burlmgton........... 10 ©.35 f 1.25 2.40 New Early Round Pod Yellow Six Weeks.14 1.90. 3.50 Shaker’s Large Early....... AS) 45 s 1.60 3.00 Best ofp All ieee ejerteiieitele SanoG0GRC +15 2.05 4.00 Rockford Market.. Shome tO 2 1.6) 3.00 Refugee, or 1,000 to 1..... 50000 -l4 1.90 3.50 Early Marblehead...................... 13 35 -§ 1.6) 3.00 New Extra Early Refuzgee............- 15 1.90 3.75 New, “Honey. Sweetesctos cs ssncmece neces 13 A5 : J°65° S22 Buckbee’s Improved Extra Early Valen- Perry{s) Hy bridaoosees ne ccntenoeeeee 13. (4D 8 1.60 3.00 tin@seeee ROOCIEM So OCOm COCOO Slolelaiereterete So - 1:00) *3'90>- 73:50 Moore’s Early Concord...........+...-+- 13. SC. 5. 1.60 3.00 New Stringless Green Pod.............15 .55 1.05 2.05 4.00 Black,» Moxicanen seem reiiceleieeineraier 20 6) 1200) 180! — +350 Buckbee’s Early Wonder............... bys bo) 8 ol Obie 2205154200 Potter’s Excelsior, or Squantum........ URE Sb 835 1.69 3.00 New Jackson Wonder Bush Lima...... 7 1.40 2.69 5.00 Ambon) Creamicenn. ni eee eee ene 13 4S 85 1.60 3.00 Henderson’s Bush Lima............... 2 -8 1.60 3.10 6.00 Everbearing......... 13. 45 3859) 65) (325 Burpee’s Bush Lima..................- i -85 1.69 3.10 .6.00 Bonanza....... 3 45 S$ 1.6) 3.00 Yellow Eyed Wax. -75 1.40 2.60 6.00 Ne Plus Ultra. 15 4) 1.05 2.05 4.00 Improved Goldea Wa -$> 1.60 3.10 6.00 Washington Market 13.43 85 1.6) 3.00 Ferry’s Detroit Wax..... slolotevatercteleleioierers 2 of0* 1540). $2270) 35:25 Improved Shoe Peg........ dphooen daa 15-450 (1.05 2.05 4.00 Grenell’s- Rust-Proof Wax.............. -8> 1.60 3.10 6.00 Beyptianenceece eee meee oencne san0cts} | = 8D 1.60 3.09 Buckbee’s Rust-Proof Golden Wax....18 .65 1.20 2.30 4.50 Zig Zag Evergreen............. sieee-e-da 45 85 1.65 3.25 Buckbee’s Rust-Proof Golden Eyed Wax.18 .65 1.2) 2.30 4.50 CountrysuGentientane asses cee = 15 450 «1.05 «2.05 4.00 Pink-Eyed Wax....... noooopoosPanooss 20 -t0 1.40 2.60.- 5.00 Old MColony28=e = eee ee eee onic CHece noe 13 45 a: 1.65 3.2 Black-Eyed Was. .<:. 20.00 Jccctt cece ele 20 .75 61.40 2.60 5.00 Improved Ruby.......-----. GO LOCO GIGS 13.490 -85 1.69 3.00 IKkeeney’s Rustless Golden Wax........- 18\_ 3.65. 120) 242230) 4:50 Buckbeo!s; (Hickoxves-smmiccsiectewocioe eects 3 45 85 1.60 3.00 New Refugee Wax...-....0 w2.222.¢ eter LO .75 1.40 -2-70 5.25 Stowell’s Evergreen.......0..cc.c..en-- 13 45 585) 1k65 3225 New Prolific German, or Improve Mammoth wl Sugano se idetyoleecieieieieieete rete 13.4 85 1.65 3.25 Blackwowaxkseece --recceeroene Saeed 6800 t- OO 1d-107 96.00 Sweet Corn for Podder...........-.. SoA 2!) 107 2:39 2:50 Improved White Wax or Butter....... 20 .75 1.45 2.80 5.50 Challenge Dwarf Extra Early Black : : __ PEAS (Very Scarce.) 54 x. ABS Se REE. wee 5. 85. 1.80 3:10 - 6:00 Buckbee’s Lightning Express (fine)....20 .75 1.40 2 GO 5.00 New Crystal White Wax........-.-0-- 25 [85 1.60 3.10 6,00 Earliest of All, or Alaska......... 7-18 65 120° 2.30- | 4.50 XN Valenti Wax 90 G5 1.40 2:70 5.25 Buckbee’s Selected First and Best... .20 70 «1.25 2.40 4.79 New Pl en spas Wax. TR Smee wits 20 "5 1.45 2°30 5.50 New Maud S-:..--....-. ake /s\mpevesieleiein(nje(s/@ H 70 1.25 2.40 4.75 Cunvie’s Rust-Proof Wax......2010...0.20 173 «41.45 280 5.50 Extra Early Philadelphia 0 1.25 240 “4.75 Sia Peek Trea Sty qo) aids asp isp) Mural sNew. xorkers.ee-sesaeeeoee 20° 70 1235 240 475 Wardwell’s Improved Kidney Wax 5 .§ 1.69 3.10 600 Carter's EE Seca tretteteeee a0 Tee oan “e New Yosemite Mammoth Wax... .95 1.85 3.60 7.00 Extra Early Dan tourke.........-- ah rao cman ieede Maule’s Butter WaxX.......--------- 29. .75 «41.45 2.80 5.50 Early May....--..-..° -++-+--+--- sees ie 55 ee +72 New Violet Flageolet Wax...........- 20) 15) -- 1.45 2:80)" 9:50 Early Kent _..... OOTDDOCO ADIN ING SCO CIC “x5 lis 240.3 to, New Speckled Wax..........2.....00-- 20.75 1.40 2.60 5.00 First and Best.......- pee e cette ees 2 -70 Ei) b= 4.75 Saddle Back Wax 125 185 1.60 3.10 6.00 Hactbecs eu essen De 70" 25 | MO aa Burpee’s Perfection Wax..........-.-- PA oth <M Bye Pk)” a GH) DOOR ROSS SO OBS C3090 sie = aan eas = I Golden Champion. ..-...<0.s-.cccs0sc0- 205 i0" 11240 1 2.60ee p10) Eeuey American wonder ey aman tead..25 -85 i 3. 6.00 a : On ter . ee < menticey, wonder. or Old Homestead 5 Ae ae oaG ean Extra Early Premium Gen..-......-.- 25 85 1.6) 3.10 6.00 ae marge Se pete ee ORION we a7. 40M TOGO S00 Nott’s Excelsior.............-.-++---+- 25 90° 1.70 3-30 6.50 White Dutch Case Knife.............. 20N To 140) 82160) fp.00) | Grantis Eaverite) sine )ee ea eae PS ge re a oman Red Speckled Cut Short, or Corn Hill..18 .65 1.20 2.30 4.50 Horsford’s Market Garden............-- Dy De a Pete) Sa ed spec ue , . = x A Bliss’ New Everbearing.............-- 15 355 “EOS 2505 ~~ 400 Extra Early King of the Garden meee +85 ah soe eee Telephone = 92 «80 «41.5% ° 2.9) 5.75 = > = 5 : 1A 270 ion) (Lelephone ms s-seree eo eee eeeeee nabocoec S 5% 2.99 Bri Re Withee Dent Lima LLLIILIIDo 1B 40-260. 5.00“ New Early Gradus, or Prosperity... ... 40 1.59 2.75 5.25 10.00 Child's -Horticultural Lima...212111.1:20 75 1.49 2.60 5.00 Abundance --...- acca Swen Tee eeroe y c Li es RS 1eGOMeES IO : Z a soeeeccces ids 10 <.] 4.20 Sein Cae iat ioe SR MEA oS 35 $5 1.60 3.10 6.00 Buckbee’s Mammoth Melting Sugar....25 .o 1.70 Bee 6.50 Te SS Wife” ee ee Oe aan), Oss Gets ALG NO yas Shrosphire Hero...----++++++--+ AaB adeS 18.6) 1.10 2.1 4.25 Goldenweanidalnatase ae LLLLIII122. is. «- 1.50 2.90 5.75 Heroine (fine).......- wage 8.6 12) 2 £50 Buckbee’s Golden Lima.. seceee20 .75 1.40 2.60 5.00 amproged Fride ol the Market.......... 18 ne He 2.0 seh Early Golden Cluster Wax..........---- 25. .90 1.70 3.30 6.50 acerca PT ees ee Sa gees "15 185 1/00 sg 375 Improved Champicn of England........ 15.55 1.09 1. 3.50 SWEET CORN-—Selected. Improved Stratagem...........+..-..-- 20.75 1.40 2. 5.00 The Queen ......-.--- Wott e eter tee eee Aris) 40 2. 5. s Sunrise (see inside Targe White Marrowfat....... 2° 40-70) As 2. Buce pee Pee sade z oado0 Westies 25h A0 en. G0) 5-00 Large Black Eyed Marrowfat . 1.5 2.5 Buckbee’s First of All..............-- 20 .60 1.00 1.80 -3.50 Buckbee’s Improved Field..... 30 1 1. 1.7, Buckbee’s Best ot All................-- 20. .69 1.00 1.80 3.50 TUTO ee ese a een re etcloleier misleciotate etter 2 2. 5.01 Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen..... 20 ee OOmestO0™ PSD 3:50 William Hurst ..---+++eees sees ee eee = = 9.0 Extra Early Cory..---------2++e+-+++++ 13 45 “$5 1.69 3.09 Duke of Albany----++++eeeter ese eees= is os o-= Mammoth Barly White Cob Cory......- 13 45 5 1.65 3.25 Telegraph ..------ odocredsessucucHpass 8 25 45 Extra Early Adams.........--2--+-++-- 12 40 70 1:30 - 2:50 MeLean’s AGvancel eeseeeeereers Ss 2! a ASPARAGUS. BEET. poe a “LB. ? Buckbee’s Extra Earl: Large Conover'’s Colossal New Sti ee eos. ‘New Queen ........ 4 eee Ss -75 $2.50 Barr’s Mammoth : : . Sheu oen00e Sis seleeicise ++-$ 12 3-30 Buckbee’s New Christmas King. (75 2.50 New Palmetto .......-- a oe New Early Bassano (true).... .10 29 Rockford) iMarket 50 LW Ponalad’s Elmir: : 3 Buckbee’s Sunset ............. 2) 60 BAD eA Sete ee BOS SSE GC met eho onald’s mira x ¥ ae sabe ; san Extra Early Express ......... 3 1.10 Columbian Mammoth White... -15 .3D Dew ing’s Improved Blood Tur- i Very Early Etampes 30 1.10 MyM SAOb6. 5odGcuDS soodoodsG LU ons = ae York mt ps Ue ae “o= “a0 Naz. Improved Extra Early Eclipse.. .19 Gar geC aise Sar ee ORCGOOS ISO an oe BEET Mancels Edmand’s Early Blood Turnip. 110 Daly yD walt Rist DEtCG eee. Pali Wilfel\) WRowery sjeiiers vice einic's\e eintele Sa6 -15 Improved Early Blood Turnip. .10 5 LRA BS Sey SOS * can eee Mestad on u "35 Early Yellow Turnip ......... 42 lienderson’s Succession ....... 40 61.4 Yellow Leviathan eB on 15 Lentz Blood Turnip ... 10 THON MO TLCLION a eletclercictercletorelecrs eters as “3153 Crosby’s Early Egyptian ay Giant Holstein Siahereraiatetevateyel eyetere se 15 Detroit Dark Red Turnip........ 12 : 4 ha If you are offered Yellow Ovyoid........-.......... we 15 Bastain’s Blood Turnip.......... -10 s Buckee’s Mammoth Long Red *. MS a aiNeweeblecthiclea denice cnseeeeeee 12 | HALLENGE Lower Prices) for New Golden Tankard.......... 35 15 Market Gardeners ............ 2 the Best Seed of Giant, or Mammoth............ oh 15 Improved Late Blood Turnip... .19 3 ELIABLE Golden Monarch .............- ae -18 encenea Long Blood... 332005 0 1902 crop from any Gi Intermediate ...-..--+--+ Se 15 Buckbee’s Half Long Blood.... .19 : : ‘ Ghanaion Red Globeeeneeeee ths Se ab) Buckbee’s Egyptian Turnip.... .15 OMPETIT ;p/ ReliableSeed Grow Champion Yellow Globe...... DOES a6) Columbia ......-. 0 .-++---++ee- -15 e a, Wi mel Orange Globe ......---- Rescate 50 15 These Bismarck eileilsiaeltetelaieleteisictete 15 New Imperial Sugar ..... Sacod 55 -18 Black Queen ... RwogsosauEC 15 Klein Wanzleben .....+00. Sk56 ate -15 Swiss Chard, or Sea Kale...... .10
BUCKBEE GIVES VALUE RECEIVED EVERY TIME.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. ‘719
CABBAGE CONTINUED: LETTUCE—Continued. RADISH, LB. LB. Y%4LB LB. : %LB. LB. Henderson's Warly _Spring..... & 40 $1.40 Barly Prizehead............ see290-20 $$ .60 Buckbee’s Rapid Forcing ...... $2220) '$ 1:69 Buckbee’s Great Dane ......... 75 = 2.50 Miltonism white wStar Gees cee. 20 60 Buckbee’s Crystal Forcing...... .20 ilderkraut ....... das ais nooed 30 «1,10 Silver Ball watvatermtelaleleleree ccaveretere 18 -50 svew White Dresden. .......... -20 True Dutch Winter or Hol- GrandmoRapidsiie.c<nccr cen ccinere -18 .50 New Golden Dresden .......... ni PCS eM SGqgaarasuodsocd aeeme .00 2 2-75 Mammoth Black Seeded Butter .20 60 Buckbee’s Rockford Market.... .20 Genuine Lupton (true)........ 2d. © ©>-: 1.20 San Francisco Market ........ -20 60 Earliest Scarlet Turnip ater ade Buckbee’s New Race Horse.... .50 1.75 WWonderfuliier.ciseiecoremrcieicieniein store 4 60 Earliest White Yurnip ag True Early Jersey Wakelield.... .40 1.40 Philadelphin Butter .......... -20 60 NeOwWyehOSy, GM! J.iitece ec esse Roce eno ciaeeeron a Pde uakerel dy can atu SI ZPD OSCON he, Mrcrare stele olsiaie seteyeteree .20 60 Searlet Vurnip White ‘Tip ..... “12 Extra Karly inningstadt.... .S0 1.10 ISk 2 Rockford Beauty .............. 20 Allhead arly ............:+.. 450 -1.50 Baltimore Res MELON, 18 70 Improved French Breakfast.... .12 IfoNand or Ballhead.......... o> e40'5) (1°40 Paulvmese. New ... "20 “25 Early Scarlet Olive Shaped.... .12 Ilenderson’s Barly Summer.... .35 1.25 Rocxy Ford. New...... Pets “70 Early White Olive Shaped..... 12 Gregory’s All Seasons 3d 125 New Triumph ............ i pepe) “g0 Buckbee’s Improved Chartier.... .12 Buckbee’s Faultless . AO F130 wr asternt Giant. on. eon ‘g60 New White Lady Finger......... 12 Burpee’s Surehead...... 40 1.40 True Osage (Select) ......... "95 "85 Early Long Brightest Searlet .. .12 fottler’s Improved Brunswi Kk. 135" 12) New (Green Fleshed Osare .... 18 WO New ACiCle a iacjsieio.sieser Srlloraeiisine 15 Stove melaSOn @ptccial «cciscsisje neice (2020 White Japanese ....... ee ES ORT he “40 Chinese 2 ROSC isis. ic view ieieielece eves e's 12 Large Late Drumhead ........ 30.110 Emerald Gem (to! aco samea een Eakin Golden Globe Summer Turnip.. .12 Marblehead Mammoth ........ 30 1.10 New Strawberry ........-.---. “90 60 Gray Summer Turnip.......... 12 Autumn King .....-.-.---s--- 39 1.20 Ganon ee nll eee ee i 20 “60 Whites StraSDULee seisleic.clelisraeaeie 12 Buckbee’s Mammoth Late Flat _ oe Tries Ienn ys LANGE jactec cscs. c.clcte 120 ‘70 California. Mammoth White ... .12 Dutch wee see wees coe DOM (OME News Banquets ccs accsne odoinn 15 £50 Round Black Spanish.......... 12 Frotscher’s Superior Late Plat _ = Newport’ ...2ceses 2 a5 ‘490 Long Black Spanish............. m2 Dutch ......... plaistertelsloseieiesss 50 1.75 Long Persian, or Cas “15 50 Buckbee’s Mammoth Celestial.. .20 Mammoth “Late Bridgeport pa Improved Cantaloupe ......... 15 “50 ~=Warliest Radishes Mixed....... 15 Drumhead ....--.. 2... eee e ee 35 1.29 — Silver Netted Gem (Select) 15 49 Summer Radishes Mixed....... 15 ee a are a topecneye:: 280 tag. Extras Marly Grand Raplds ‘15. ‘49 Winter Radishes Mixed... noe cal Acme Large Late Fla Utch.c.., .o 6 =e beep Ses oN S| oa re Red Dutch, or Pickling........ 3 1.10 ee ee Delmonico. a oN SALSIFY. : Mammoth Red Rock.......... -. 40 1.40 RICH ERAN MATH ete “39-100 Long White ...... sect e ee eeee +20 60 Improved American Sayoy....... .30 © ©=1.10 GRaNS UU MBAS oe eee "45 "40 Buckbee’s All-America........ a en ala) Danish Ballhead .............. -40 = 1.40 Niélrose I Leite cee ee “45 “50 Mammoth Sandwich Island...., .22 -80 CARROT. Golden Netted Gem (Select)..... 15 -50 _ SQUASH. z Long Red Altringham ....... - 10 -30) © Buckbee's* Ideal hicclacec-ciesteie 2 .20 60 Buckbee’s Giant Crookneck.... .15 50 St. Vallery......0.-.-0...-..0. - AS -40 New Warly MWackensack ...... 25 85 Buckbee’s Mammoth WhiteBush .15 50 American Beauty ...... See C3) 40 Laree Hackensack ........+0¢s 18 .70 Buckbee’s Mammoth Yellow New Scarlet Perfection........ .15 -40 Beck's New Columbus ....... A ares) -40 Bosh osiesiccecce syoisisievehe cietetane 15 -50 New Early Long Forcing ..... .10 -40- Buckbee’s Prolific Nutmeg .... .20 .60 Pineapple ......... a “bopoudooes 15 -40 Early Market Iavorite.......... 15 40 Chicago Market (Select)...... 15 50 VPerrect Gem aiejevefeieieve 15 50 Buckbee’s New anys stelejersiays 15 50 Cocozelle ....--- ficaa react ie 40 Improved Intermediate.......... 15 0 Pike’s Peak or Sib ey AS Aes 15 .BO Improved Long Orange ....... e155. 75-40 SEE INDEX, PAGE 77. Newe Delicitumee eee ee 1B: 40 New Chantenay, or Model..... 15 40 DOr WADE. Oia cis oferevrisisvesnvers, onaooo, alln 40 Ox Heart, or Guerande ....... +15 +40 Gocoaliut wie Moecose ais herein scien eet) 40 Buckbee’s Earliest Forcing...... 15 259 WATER MELON. Chilian Giaut........ PRA rs 25 Wes) New |Half Long) Danvers... .. 12.89 Buckbee’s Monte Cristo CG clect) 20. -.75 New Turban 15 «50 Early French Forcing.. veee 01D +40 Fordhook Early ....... Sneeea 30 Bay State..........5 15 “40 Loug lied Surrey -- sees eld +40 Phinney’s Extra Tarly ........ 12 °30 ~—s«*Frolifie Orange Marrow 10 225 Early Scarlet Horn .......... 15.40 Buckbee’s Ice Cream, or Peer- Improved Boston Marrow....... 18 60 Half Long Scarlet Nantes...... .15 .40 LESS igh UAT Ore wee oat on Moaeels op anaha ThesMaxonschperewcees = eee anes 15.40 Buckbee’s Majestic ........... 20.60 Georgia Rattlesnake, or Gypsy. [12 [35 Blue Hubbard (Marblehead)... 15.50 Buckbee’s Victoria... ........-.. 20 SOs re Blacki a Spalish sce'cs clots stele ns 10 .30 New Wordhook........0.s00.00- 25 +90 Buckbee’s Short White....... -10 -25 Improved Mountain Sweet .... 112 "390 New Chicago Warted Hubbard... .22 -80 Large White Vosges .......... .10 .25 Mountain Sprout ........- seee. +10 .25. Improved Hubbard.........-..-. -20 ait Mammoth White Belgian...... 100.255) Kentucky Wonder (true)...... 10 125 New Golden Hubbard........... -25 — .90 Mammoth Yellow Belgian .... .10 .30 — Girardeau’s New Triumph...... ES ergo CELE, goes Eats Rompe HEC aoe ; eee SPINACH. 15 New Rose Ee lelejeseratedofeterelevehesersys 625) .85 CALVAPE ALK avstevccstaxctetetelal ss (eteisteie stevehbhre BF eee ee irealg tales ietaa te am chen oe ga tern Atom se “49 Buckbee’s Golden * ‘Heart eel etite te -50 5 aclegeleye Sweets "50 Buck hee # ane ene, Standing s 18 News Gist PEASCALE cicleisielstaleiercle« -25 15 oosier King ...... SR eee eee ON ae) ana aieinancch arene teks oie 5 5 Golden Yellow Large Solid 50 1.75 Green and Gold 30 Round Sumner weave Pee OG ae Perfection Heartwell 3: Ey OOM 100 Florida Favorite .30 Improved ‘Thick arate tet oper ee ads 45 Golden Heart or Golden Dwarf.. (25.75 Mammoth Iron Clad ........, A0pen Lone Stand: PHCe yen cote ang, AD Buckbee’s Kalamazoo........... 1O5t 315k KOLD/S Gems o2,-,-.caele,s : Doge RACH Ya Ong eA GN Gy aa Ma TE New Golaen Self Blanching...... AOe eae Om NEM INOley Ue aterjsrojernece = : .30 Monstrous Vuirollay. QE CD OOH apace : White Plume Self Blanching.... .30 1.10 Hungarian Honey ..... Sate 50 TOMATOES. New Pink Plume Self Blanching .30 1.10 Round White Icing A +35 MGlantiauslrizeuteoeasnecenes ats BAS 1.30 Celeriac, Large Smooth Prague.. .30 1.00 Gray Monarch, or Long Icing.. .12 CODEN eS tone hein ee 1.50 IBOStOM SE RIALK Et) fiecreieletas s ojnieic «6 par .7d Cuban Queen miehelevensterctelarsicreraetete .12 +30 Buckbee’s New Beefsteak. 5.00 DVR Gut SOL Citi crercjarcleveiasarcloie'e(ciel« -25 ares) Buckbee’s Kolb’s 2 Buckbee’s Earliest Market...... . 2.50 CUCUMBER. s Gen Hes Sete one -35 ‘Honor Bright (NeW)......++-+:: : 1.50 Darly Cluster ..-.-.-.-.--++ 30 110 rries “Wonderful” “ee zinsnieia estes ‘12 “jg. Buckbee’s New Spot Cash.. i 1.75 Buckbee’s Rockford Pickle... (50 1.75 GEE ee "30 ~~ 'gg.~Ss«Favorite ..-..--+++- aioe 1.50 Buckice pee peinite Spine a a Naren bein OOO aD ies qo Me taga es Royal, Redirect.) Were ioienste : pee Buckbee’s ernational ...... : : Seay Ly veo St nr ie Buckeye State Sitavatabaes sletaretsvstals tisye A5 i) Buckbee’s New Alaska ...... > .45 1.50 Black Diamond (new)......... 15-35 Tyenderson’s Crimson Cushion.... .50 1.75 Cool aud Crisp ..... ete rae OMe Ica ate rerdcn wis: avr ices fiB Se e8P ) “ Venoturn (tees acon eee es Sp oddo wes LEI inorburn’s Eyerbearing ....... -30 1.00 puke vonies SD AAG a oy Improved Large Trophy. ah ge sees) 45 1.69 Improyed Long Green ......... oBOr 1-40 | SONY, one: Furabe ‘12 '39:~—s Early Acme (Select).. seseee 40 1.59 lgunike eS Cn Se deeaasanapode PeeO SpalslO wy once a aiac uignatee: : " "35 35. Livingston's Beauty. ...-..-+++5 . 45 1.60 Early Prolific Short Green. -30 ©1.10 Gola og Tee eee 40 3 Buckbee’s Wart Champion..... .65. 2.50 Westerfield’s Chicago Pickle .: [30 1.10 Cited ON SLESeLV INE "10 ‘53 Livingston’s Perfection......... 401.50 Nichol’s Medium Green ..... 483 1.10 TU OD Meteatisiensinicn SOBA UOOOOGD j/ chit Cates New Imperial......... BSeeeriacy weO0n | 2:00 Rordhouk sPickle: <= .2.2 60.05.06 pays alps) ONION—My Own Growene Buckbee’s Golden Prize......... 40 1.40 Boston Pickling, or Green Pro- Buczbee’s Yellow Danvers.. 4 -70 Henderson’s Ponderosa or No, 400 .70 = 2.75 WNiCE eS ecodad sseborpesdoouoae 40 «61.40 Select Yellow Globe Danvers. 8 85 Optus. See tical sleet oe cre hee "35 1.30 Evergreen White Spine ....... FOO eet L0) Selected Yellow Strasburg or The Mikado or Turner’s Hybrid. .60 2.25 New Japanese Climbing ...... 45 = 1.60 ITA GoooobAe, doodonUo danoSS -20 75 Buckbee’s New Tree or Station. .65 250 New Parisian Prolific Pickling. .45 1.60 Buckbee’s Large Red Wethersfield .25 85 Dwarf Aristocrat.......-. ae es Ohiy 1500 West India. Gherkins ........ igatet Liao Extrawbarly (edie. ee neces 20 -90 Paragon © ....cecne re ceres sinisiateis 49 1.50 Buckbee’s Early Long Green,. .45 1.60) Buckbee’s New Wampum ...... -40 1.40 Thorburn’s Longkeeper......--++ 35 1.30 ills Forcing White Spine.... .3 1.10 Southport mellow, glove a talefolapacs oe 100 ATatchlass eae ialccrsg ateters pe 608 eee LETTUCE. ew enuine pee .) Oa om 00 TURNIP. ee Early Boston Market.......... 18 .d0 Bee ed ace Silver Kins. on oe Buckbee’s Purple Top Strap Leaf.. a0 = New Iceberg ..-.----- 20 60 Buckbee’s New Golden Globe..... Zt tor “90 New White Strap Leaf........- 0 a Buckbee’s Superb A “29 “75 Australian Brown ............. 48 -70 NS wig Witte BEBE eer coin ges as 10 "30 {mproyed Black Seeded Simpson. . a Fon Ohio Yellow Globe xP ‘on 90 ew golden ce Rk axeiaraietere 0 ee BL PONE LLC Ma arets -celstes leisy ctopacc fel eyele 3 -60 Sonpeneen Fain Lei Ca ir iwi Marly Purple Top Munich....... es - Buck beds Earliest Foren: tale fee. -75 ra eel ere Combination ea , 75 Buckbee's ape tated erga +48 oe Sioipson’s LTEarly Curled........ -18 -50 BD a vese Improved Early nite Pla utch . 225 Early Tennis Ball (Dlack Seed- Reet ane Teka van ree Early Six Weeks, or Snowball.. .10 28 Gil) . dauccmiedecee., SnreeOSucEaso AS 50 ~- Selected Large White Globe.. 145 1.69. Buckbee’s Extra Early Cameo... .15 40 {mproved Hanson ............. AS +50 Pxtra Early New Queen 2a ye. SE Large White Globe...... saeeeeee 10 ou Dwarf White Heart, or Celery .20 .60 NION as ats RE Roe ; [xtra Early Purple Top Milan.... .18 6 New York Market). ........% 18 50 oD N SETS. Special prices, page 48. RUTA BAGAS. HSU Vers Market Nez- eri itae-). cic\eias 18 50 eee beg! Pe Improved Purple Top Yellow... .10 25 Gold Nugget ...-.-.-.++-+e-e Sire OO Ne ma Malteset nrc. spiel OL mest Buckhbeersie Giants. asic asic ° 1151 4) 240 Parisi vviite GOS siete iets eiceiel sere le oie 18 -50 Bucsbee’s New Sug ‘ar. HooopapaD -20 .60 New Monarch, or Elephant..... 10 .25 Tomhannock ...............- Soe) .60 Improved Hollow Crown or Buckbee’s Mammoth White Rus- Buckbee’s Ice Drumhead...... +25 lowe § SR White en ibientan se oss erie nensd1Oe™ EOF Ty de a hy RP aaa og e (en
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H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD,
ILLINOIS.
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These mail packages are made up of the number named of each variety. We never divide the packages, or put more than one variety in each $1.00 package.
EVERGREEN SEEDLINGS.
1. 100 Scoteh Pine, 2 years..... 4 to 6 in. 2. 20 Seotch Pine, 3 years...... 1 ft. fine 3. 100 Austrian Pine, 2 years...4 to 6 in. . 20 Austrian Pine, 3 years....1 ft. fine 5. 50 Black Hill Spruce........ 3 to 4 in. 6. 100 White Pine, 2 years.....4 to 6 in. 7. 5O Dwarf Mt. Pine.......... 3 to 4 in. 8. 10) Norway Spruce, 2 years..4 to 6 in. 9. 50 White Spruce...........2. 4 to 6 in. 10, 109 Am. Arbor Vitae, 2 years.4 to 6 i
11. 50 Black Spruce...........-- 4 to 12. 5O Douglas Spruce, 2 years..4 to 3. 35 Picea Pungens, 2 years..4 to 14. 25 Abies Concolor, 2 years.... 4 to 15. 20 Red Cedar, fine transp’d...
16. 50 Hemlock Spruce, 2 years..4 to
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17. 100 Chinese Pyramidal Arbor
Vitae, DL vearyrisiccctccillcin 3 to 4 in 18. 160 Chinese Compacta Arbor
Whe, al aKeoococcaccondoo 3 to 4 in 19. 100 Chinese Golden Arbor
Witae, (1 years. ccc. cic siceised) 0/450
FOREST TREE SEEDLINGS, 29. 50 European Larch, 2 years..6 to 8 in. 21. 50 Norway Maple............ 6 to 8 in. 22. 50 Am. Linden, 1 year...... 6 to 8 in. 23. 50 Sugar Maple, 1 year...... 6 to 8 in. 24. 75 White Elm, 1 year........ 6 to 8 in. 25. 100 White Ash, 1 year 8 in. 26. 100 Russian Mulberry, i 8 in. 27. 100 Box Elder, 1 year....:. 6 to § in. 28. 100 Soft Maple, 1 year....... 6 to § in. 29. 100 Catalpa (bardy) 1 year..6 to § in. S0f 2heBarberry, ws yearktercrcrercec 10 to 12 in.
DID YOU ORDER THE
INVEST IN THE GREATEST BARGAINS EVER OFFERED.
Transplanted Evergreens, Etc. SHIPPED BY EXPRESS OR FREIGHT AT PURCHASER’S EXPENSE.
These trees are all No. 1, first-class in every way. Two or three times transplanted
therefore well rooted. They cannot fail totplease.
newer and high priced Evergreens.
The assortment contains many of the
THESE COLLECTIONS CANNOT BE CHANGED.
List No. 31. (Worth $20.00).
My price, $10.00.
SUE Black SHillGS Prucesyverey terete ielersteleleelate 1 foot LOPS cotchpBh ine cere ciceroicicnelotateterer ieee 115 feet TOMI e MVNO CK aeyeseieretstetatneleletetevaretelatareietse le 1% feet 10 Norway Spruce. ....0.. 0. cee ene 1% feet 10 Balsam Fir..... ...1% feet 10 Douglas Spruce. -1% feet By WINGY Kyywidaoadosuocs5ocoosse5565 114 feet LOMA MS Arbor! WVAtae se eye evroreicie ciieiele 114 feet List No, 32. (Worth $10.00). My price, $5.00. 42 Scotchuslinemaeterccecictercretcieretetot seas 1% feet AS Whites ISPLUCe terererieisinierercicieroveiere 11% feet 4 Hemlock Spruce................. 114 feet AW NOLW Vas DDOUCC cieretetoiateletsleistersioreietate 1% feet ASB alsamwbile atceteleteicte ceteterictetolrciete 1% feet 4 Mone las SPLuCenccitcicicvevisinelslotersieys 114 feet 4 American Arbor Vitae ..116 feet 2! BIUE PIS DEUCE riceis cletereratarciotererecietereiers 1% feet List No. 33. (Worth $20.00). My price, ao 00. QOPScotche cline pricier clsteietotevereicisleteteletclate 1 foot DOSWIHITERe Pi Cayeryers ier seisteletcereictemieiersete 1 foot 20 White Spruce........... ansoooCo0 1 foot QOBNOL IV AV IeSDLUCC riejeicicieieiaciorreieiereteiorte 1 foot ZOSMonelaseSDLUCe -sieiatetelel-lererterteeintere 1 foot AOPAMEDAT OL Wilta Cuan iesieeleerrertereeia 1 foot 20e Hemlock Spruce sicricsisvciencieleleielcieielerers 1 foot 202 BalSampwinee meister eterinn 1 foot List. No. 34. (Worth $10.00), My price, $5.00. DEScotcheebine yy jej.\etcterst='-1eter mialeleleteerolete 1 foot OepWhiter Pine sactersetcreietercisieivetieieeice te 1 foot DAW HITERS NLUCE vraictciololereintatareteveroletelstetst=te 1 foot 9 - Norway SSpluCe® « <locietc ciclo ele ctetclelsse/~ 1 foot OWA RATDOL iVALAC arcictotteetoleioielalettieteiel 1 foot 9 Hemlock Spruce................--- 1 foot SP Balsam Winterset podoobcodauee 1 foot 9 Douglas Spruce......... Mrercloreletelsletael LOOL
List No. 35. (Worth $20.00). My price, $10.00.
100 Nice transplanted White Pine..114 excellent value: Must reduce stock.
List No. 36. (Worth $20.00).
feet
regular price, $20.00.
My price, $10.00.
BOM SWADE CGT tein C erstereteseietaleletctetereler te 12 to 15 in.
50 White Ualf of above list for $5.50. List No, 37, (Worth $20.00),
Half of above List, List No. 38. (Worth $20.00). 5U Red Cedar, transplanted, fine qual- Wiyoboddeoadod List No, 39. (Worth $20.00), Fine Transplanted. LOOM Balsam sete ccsiaiercieieletsleievehslateiets 1% Half of above list for $6.00. List No, 40. (Worth $20.00). Fine Transplanted. 100 Hemlock Spruce................ 114 Half of above list for $6.00. List No, 41. (Worth $20.00), Fine Transplanted. | 109 Norway Spruce....-:........0.. 114 Half of above list for $5.50.
$5.50.
BEAUTIFUL CLEMATIS.
SDEUCO Meieterevefereieielelereiete 12 to 15 in.
My price, $10.00.
Transplanted. QDEBINEMENSDLUCCaiteletercieteraretelclevelelate 10 to 12 in. 25 Black Hill Spruce............ 10 to 12 in.
My price, $10.00,
My price, $10.00.
My price, $10.00.
My price, $10.00.
List No. 42. (Worth $20.00). My price, $10.60. Fine Transplanted. 100 Douglas Spruce........ 1 foot to 144 feet
Half of above list for $5.50.
List No, 43. (Worth $20.00). My price, $10.00. Evergreen Seedlings. A Small Nursery for $10.00.
100 Norway Spruce 10 in.
100 Douglas Spruce 10 in. 100 Scotch Pine: 2.22... .. 0-2-6. S 10 in. 100 Austrian Pine...............- S 10 in. LOO WWihitep UE ine reais tere eile 8 10 in.
Half of above list for $5.50.
List No, 44. (Worth $20.00), My price, $10.00. Evergreen Seedlings,
200 Norway Spruce............... 4 to 6 in. 200: Austrian: ‘Pine?<-)2-..-1---.- se. o.tOnD ain, OOO Whiten blue nee are aera 4 to 6 in. 200 American Arbor Vitae......... 4 to 6 in. 50 Blue Spruce......... .4 to 6 in. 50 Douglas Spruce........--....- 4 to 6 in.
Half of above list for $6.00. List No. 45. (Worth $20.00), My price, $10.00. Choice Collection of Ornamental
Tree Seedlings. 100 European Larch............ 12 to 15 in. 200 Box Elder .-18 to 24 in. UNG) Na aopooeccoboon. soccs-os 18 to 24 in. 100 Black Walnut 12 to 18 in.
Half of above list for $5.50. List No. 46, (Worth $20.00). My price, $10.00.
Fine Collection of Forest Tree Seed- lings, all Nursery Grown.
100 American Linden............ 6 to 10 in. 200 American ASh.............. 6 to 10 in. 200 American Elm.............. 6 to 10 in. TOORSofE Ma plesetserereieielelereatsterrr 10 to 12 in. 100 Russian Mulberry.......---- 6 to 10 in. 100 Box) ldertee sec eee 10 to 12 in. PAY EN CE nS 5ngooanode sade S to 10 in.
Half of above list for $5.50. List No. 47. (Worth $20.00), My price, $10.09. Tine Selected.
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2 Blue Spruce, Blue tints............ 3 feet 2 Donuzlas Spruces e-em eee eee eee 3 feet DENOLWAY US DLUCCmeicleleloreieieinie = ietelelsieieieiete feet 2 Hemlock Spruce...................- 3 feet 2 Flexilis Pine 3 feet 2 White Pine. feet 2 Balsam Fir. . feet 2 Scotch. (Pine sh2n24 25. 5a eee feet 2
Half of above list for $6.00.
List No. 48. (Worth $50.00). My pute, et 00. 100 Norway Spruce............: feet Half of above list for $3. 30.
List No. 49. (Worth $40.00). My price, $20.00.
100 Hardy Apple Trees, 6 varieties, early Fall and Winter...... 4+ to 5 feet Half of above list for $11.00.
LAST AND BEST,
List No. 50. (Worth $20.00). ay price, $10. 00. 100 Scotch Pine.............. sieeve e om feet
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THE BEST CURRANTS.
Special price by mail, postpaid, 15c. each; $1.00 per doz,
Fay’s Prolific—Large, bright red. White Grape—Very large, ivory white. Lee’s Prolific—Color black, very productive.
THE FINEST APPLES.
By mail, postpaid, 25c. each; 5 for $1.00.
Bismarck Apple—This is perhaps the most wonderful new Apple ever introduced. It originated in New Zealand and bears the second year after grafting. The fruit is remarkably large, very showy (bright yellow). It has already been tested in Europe, United States and Canada, vnd wherever grown it has proved a must astonishing revelation of Apples in high quality and especially in earliness of fruit. It is also claimed that it is the only Apple that will do well in hot countries. On account of its beginning to bear while young and owing to its bearing when oniy a sreall tree, it is frequently grown in pots simply as an ornament.
SPECIAL PRICE==Caretully Selected Trees of the following Varieties of
Summer, Autumn and Winter Apples—by express at buy< er’s expense (nicely packed,) 25c. each; 10 for only $2.00.
SUMMER—Early Colton—Medium, yellowish white, ripens before Early Harvest. Early Harvest—Medium, pale yellow, tender, juicy. Yellow Transparent—Earliest and best, white, tender, juicy. ce a Q(G gO AUTUMN—Duchess of Oldenburg—Good size, yellow, = a Su) (ee 4 SS) a
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= = , Grimes’ Golden—Good size, yellow, of highest qual- Wil ) S 5 ity, very productive. Golden Russett—Medium, dull russet, crisp, juicy. Winesap—Deep red, firm, crisp, very popular. Yellow Bellflower—Large, crisp, long keeper. Wealthy—Large, red; very productive.
NOTICE
White Pippin—Lurge, pale yellow, flesh waite.
CHOICE CRAB APPLES.
Special Price (well packed), 25c, each; 10 for $2.00. Shipped by express at buyer’s expense,
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juicy, pleasant, great bearer, very early
Transcendent—Immensely productive, bright red,
BISMARCK APPLE.
The Logan Hybrid RASPBERRY BLACKBERRY.
This Thornless Raspberry Blackberry originated in California. The vine or cane of the Logan-berry grows Unlike either the Blackberry or Raspberry. It is an exceedingly strong grower, making the growth of i0 feet in one season, of a deep green color, course and thick. The fruit is as large as the largest sized Lilackberry, of the sume form and shape, and the col- or, when fully ripe, is a dark bright red. It purtakes of the flavors of both the Blackberry and Raspberry, having a very mild, pleasant flavor. It is excellent for the ciable and the seeds are very small and not abundant. The fruit is ex- tremely firm and the vines are enormous bearers. The fruit ripe and gone before Raspberries and Blackberries become plentifel. Always sells pt highest prices. Vines are rust proof and wthout objectionable thorns, and are never attacked by insects. | kiuow my customers will find this is the most valu- able fruit known,
Price, postpaid, 15c. each; 3 for 35c.; 12 for $1.00,
REMEMBER--2"" list is composed ci the Cream of
the Best Varietics Carefully Selected, Nicely Packed and well worth et least double the price we are aSking. It pays to buy direct irom the Grower!
TH WONDERSUL LOGAN-BERRY a Te DON’T FORGET PAEONIES WHEN ORDERINS:.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
THE BEST BLACKBERRIES.
Special price (except where noted), by mail, prepaid, 10c. each; 60c. per doz. By ex- press, at buyer’s expense, $1.25 per 100.
Eldorado—Hardy, enduring even the winters of extreme northwest. Berries large, jet black. borne in large clusters, sweet and utelting. Snyder—Extremely hardy, enormously productive, medium size, sweet and juicy.
THE NEW WHITE BLACKBERRY—Iceberg—Something entirely new in fruit, and all who piant the new White Blackberry will be more than pleased. One of the xveit grandpareuts of Iceberg was Lawton. The first generation of seedlings, when erossed with Crystal White, was all black; second, also, though varying much in other respects, Lut the third produced this wondernl plant, beuring the snowiest white berries ever seen. Very little attention was pxid to the long tows of crossbred de- sendants, until one day this berry was discovered among its black relatives with the canes bending in various directions with their load of delicious. snowy berries. which are not only white, but so transparent that the seeds, which are unusually small may be seen in the berries when ripe. Clusters are larger than those of Lawton berries, as near as can be judged; they were at least as large, earlier, sweeter and more tender.
By mail, postpaid, 15c, each; 3 for 35c.; 12 for $1.00.
J2 WONDERFUL GRAPES.
Speciai price, by mail, postpaid, 15c, each; 6 for 75c.; 12 for $1.25.
WHITE—Niapara—Buneh and berries very large, greenish white, very choice Golden Pocking‘ton—Very large. light golden yellow, fine. Martha—Bunches of medium size, greenish white, sweet and extra fine.
BLACK—Concord—Grand standard black variety. Worden—Leautiful large sweet Grape of Concord type, fine. Ives—Fine dark purpie with oblong fruit, sweet and choice, = ne Moore’s Early—Rich blue black fruit, very hardy, fine. BLACKBERRY—ELDORADO,
RED OR AMBER—Catawba—Berries large, ronnd, dark copper color, sweet.
Agawani—Very choice, berries large, round, red, sweet. Brydton—Beautiful red, large, round, excellent flavor. Salem—Berries large, deep coffee cclor. fine aud sweet. Delaware—Small and compact, light red, very sweet.
CHOICEST RASPBERRIES.
Special price, by mail, prepaid, 6 for 35c.; 12 for G0c. By express at buyer’s expense, $1.50 per 100.
Cumberland—The largest Black Raspberry known; fruit is enormous, often 1 inch in diameter. Very hardy and productive. .
Gregg—The leading standard Black Cap variety, very productive, of large size.
The King—Very hardy and productive. Berry firm, a good shipper; large i} size, beautiful bright scarlet color, very early- ES 2
Loudon—Large fruit of a dark crimson color, fine quality, productive and
— BEST PEARS.
Special price, by express, at buyer’s expense, 6 for $1.50; 12 for $2.50. Wilder—Yellow, shaded ecarmine, fine summer variety. - Bartlett— Large. highly flavored, great bearer.
Keiffer—Large size, fine quality. : i : Lincoln Coreless—Very large, weighing over a pound, highly colored, rich
and juicy. | SELECT PEACHES.
Special price, by express at buyer’s expense, 6 for $1.25; 12 for $2.00.
Crawford’s Early—Large, yellow, of fine quality. | Crawford's Late—Superb large yellow, fine.
Bronson—Large yellow with red cheek. : A
Greensboro—The largest early varieiy, fine quality, highly colored.
CHOICE PLUMS.
Special price by express, at buyer's expense, 6 for $1.25; 12 for $2.25. Wickson—Rich deep maroon, firm, rich, sugary. | Peter’s Yellow Gage—tlarze, oval, bright yellow, rich and juicy. : De Soto—Very hardy, productive, bright red, fine quality. ;
BLACKBERRY—NEW ICEBERG, Wild Goose—Beautiful red, flesh sweet and juicy. |
Satsuma—Large, purple and red, flesh firm, fine quality. |
Chabol—Large, cherry red, flesh yellow, sweet, very prolific.
BEST APRICOTS.
Special price, by express, at buyer’s expense, 6 for $1.25; 12 for $2.25.
Harris—Color bright yellow with yellow blush. Acme—Very hardy, yellow with red cheek. Royal—Large, yellow, rich and fine.
FINE QUINCES.
Special price, by express, at buyer's expense, 6 for $1.25; 12 for $2.25.
Champion—TIruit large as an orange: fine quality. Bourgeat—I'ruit of large size, golden color, very choice.
HIGH GRADE GOOSEBERRIES.
Special price, by mail, postpaid, 15c. each; $1.25 per doz
Downing—Fruit large ad handsome, pale green, of fine quality. } Industry—-Berries of largest size, excellent flavor; pleasant aud rich, dark red color.
THE BEST CHERRIES.
Special price, by express, 6 for $2.00; 12 for $3.50.
Early Richmond—Dark red, melting, juicy. : - | Lutovka—Good size, blackish red. “a ; | Viladimir—Hardy, very prolific, dark red. GOOSEBERRY—DOWNING. |
ee eee BUCKBEE SENDS YOU RELIABLE GOODS EVERY TIME.
A. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
| The Greatest Strawberries on Earth.
WHEN I SHIP STRAWBERRY PLANTS, In this locality Strawberry plants are ready for shipment in April and May, also in July, August and September.
SHIPPING CHARGES, I prepay charges on plants quoted by the dozen. All plants quoted by the hundred or the thousand will be shipped by express, purchaser paying shipping charges. If purchaser desires me to pay charges the price will be 20c. per 100 extra,
NOTICE. The blossoms of those marked (P) are destitute of stamens, and are termed ‘nistillate,"”’ and unless a row of a perfect-flowering variety is planted every fourth row, they will produce imperfect fruit and but little of it; but when fertilized they are more prolifie than those with perfect flowers.
CULTURE. Strawberries require very rich soil and good cultivation while growing. When plants are received, dip the roots in water. taking care not to wet the leaves or crown. Set the plants out in rows 2 or 3 feet apart and 15 inches in the row, using care that
Uh the crown of plant is set above the earth; press the soil firmly about the roots so as to Hay exclude all air. In December cover the whole bed with straw about one inch deep, and
pM FU in Mareh uncover crowns of plants. | A \A), i New French Ever-Bearing St. Joseph—lruit of good size, color rich, glossy red; berries are } firm, very juicy and of a sweet, sparkling flavor, The plant is hardy, an abundant and
h dl ii continuous bearer. 50c. per doz.; $3.00 per 100,
WKS CAA Clyde—The fruit is exceptionally large; brilliant red in color and is extra fine in quality. The
NEW FRENCH berries keep up in size to the end of the season. In addition to its marvelous beauty, it
EVER: BEARING ST. JOSEPH. is extremely rich and sweet. 25c. per doz.; 75¢, per 100; $5.00 per 1,000,
E ext to back cover page). THE GREAT RUBY—(See colored plate next to back cover page.)
GREAT NORE BRAN (See colored na pamapined the best qualities The best main crop Strawberry. Wonderfully prolific, Magnificent In this wa y at Tt is a strong, rank, healthy grower, with Size, Continuous Bearer, Rich, Tempting Flavor. Fine plants, 75c, Die ae cersiccevand perfect blossoms. Very early to ripen, a per dozen postpaid, At buyer's expense by express, $2.50 per 100; great yielder. The berries are of alae Ber 1, 000% (50 plants sold uniform large size, of delicious aire a ‘ rate.) sweet flavor. Its extreme earli- Bederwood—Conceded to be the best ness helps to give it its extra early berry for home use and sweetness. Color a most beautiful worthy of great praise. Probably glowing red. Fine plants, 75c the best early variety ever intro- per dozen, postpaid. At buyer’s duced; it is not only very eariy, expense by express, $2.50 per 100; but immensely productive. ~The
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long, regular and uniform, erim- son, moderately firm and good. It succeeds on all soils and yields enormously. It is remark- able for its ability to stand heat and drought and to flourish and
lant is faultless, of healthy $20.00 per 1,000. (50 plants sold Diana y, | 0 vigorous growth, and an. evor- sree 100 rate; 500 at the 1,000 mous bearer, perhaps equal to iS ; £7 f \’ any of the pistillate sorts in New William Belt—Plant is very f PM : AYN this respect; the best berries of arge, a mos uxuriant grower, [ y), ht HA 2 arge size of regular roundish and remarkably productive. I Pei WN iy WS i) form, light scarlet, ef excellent have seen S-inch berries on spring- ry) 7) GM al " \" \ik ‘A quality, remaining in fruit a long set plants within 10 weeks of if eye time. 25c. per doz.; 60c. per 100; planting. The color is a brilliant ei iL $4.00 per 1,000, ; glossy red—as near perfection as \ i Ny A Parker Earle—The berries are large,
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\\ bear well on light, dry soil. For plants have long roots, and for \ H\ vigor of plant, tough, healthy fol- drought-resisting qualities are un- v iage and yield of fruit, it is un- excelled. Valuable where other ANN surpassed. 25c, per doz.; 60c, per Eactenes ao) not Brows Bele 25c. nt a es E00 per 1,000 per doz.; ce. per . ; per cS arfield— —Plant strong, free ,000. NN Sy ANN . grower and a wonderfully prolitie
Eleanor—Largest and best very early AIS) bearer; one of the Agricultural Strawberry, ripening in advance Wea Experiment Stations at a recent of all others; of mammoth size. NY d examination placing it at - the retaining its size well to the end NSE head of 150 varieties for yield. of theseason; in productiveness sur- CN Berries medium size, very firm,
passing the famous Crescent; in firmness it is equal to the Wilson, is of bright searlet color, and has few equals in quality. 25c, per
eolor rich, glossy red and of fine flavor. 25c. per doz.; 60c, per 100; $4.00 per 1,000.
New Margaret—The color is a dark,
doz.; 70c, per 100; $5.00 per ROUGH RIDER. glossy red, and the berries are 1,000, i not inclined to have white tips. Rough Rider—lnormously productive, hardy and free from disease. The large, green calyx adds to its beauty. The flesh is firmer than Berries very large, roundish but elongated—somewhat flattened most large berries and of excellent flavor. For healthy, vigorous and pointed. Color rich dark red. The firmest and_ latest growth, productiveness, size, beauty and quality, the Margaret is a Strawberry in existence. Its blossoms are perfect. 50c, per remarkable grower, and all who have tried it are enthusiastic in their doz.; $2.00 per 100. praises of this most excellent of Strawberries. 30c. per doz.; $1. per 100. Brandywine—Berries of the Brandywine are of Se
magnificent and immense size, very firm, solid and shapely for so large a_ berry. Flesh red to the core, of delightful aroma, rich, juicy and luscious. The color is a = ow \
rich, dark, glossy scarlet. In productive- Goss \ WU ll AA \ ness the Brandywine Strawberry is truly a % LFA y fo
marvel both in size and quantity. The Yip splendid large berries are borne on. stiff, Uh stout stems, ripening in succession for a f long period from mid-season until the very latest, holding up its size to the last’ and every berry coming to maturity. Plants very vigorous and hardy, throwing out strong runners. The foliage is of the larg- est and thriftiest. 25c, per doz.; 60c. per \ 100: $4.00 per 1,000, \
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Gardeners): :<ic(ejsrecieto.e 25. 65 ~ 4,00 i Haveland (P)....... 25c, 60 4.00 Wye MY win ! Wolverton.......00.6- 25c. 60 4,00 Rit Hu Jeseiecn ASNiaM oo 30c. 65 4.50 Moa) Crescent (P)......... 25c. -50 3.50 y BKANDYWINE.
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A Packet of Aster =e Seed contains from 75 to 200 seeds.
Grand and Popular Stately Favorites.
THIS beautiful flower is being constantly improved, and is now one of the most desirable and effective of our garden beauties. Asa bedderitis beyond
description, and large beds of these lovely flowers greet you almost everywhere,
to show at fairs and exhibitions.
Indispensable for cut flowers, fine as pot plants and alike desirable
MY LIST CONTAINS THE CREAM oF THE UP-TO-DATE VARIETIES.
Buckbee’s Snowball—4—Magpnificent and exceedingly dwarf, compact growing Aster. Never exceeds 10 inches in height. It is decidedly the handsomest pure white Aster ever intro- duced. In habit it is very bushy, each plant bearing 80 or more beautifully formed and exceedingly large and per- fectly double flowers, almost completely hiding the foliage. For massing, bedding, bordering, and more particularly for pot culture, this Asteris most admirably adapted. Be sure andtryit. Pkt.10c.
Buckbee’s Fire King—A pleasing companion to ‘‘Buckbee’s Snowball.”” Dwarf variety. The individual] flowers are of large size and of most faultless form. The color is distinctly rich and gorgeous, flowers when first opening being a pure scarlet, but when fully expanded change to a handsome satiny deep scarlet, presenting a most charming appearance, Pkt. 10c.
The New Yellow Aster—After the many vain attempts of years past a yellow Aster has really been produced. Just how far ‘‘Nature has been made more beautiful thereby” we leave to the individual judgment of each planter, being sure that many will welcome the unexpected novelty of a yellow Aster. The form of the double flower is a perfect ball; the quills are close together and of the brightest sulphur yellow, not a mere indication of the color, asin all former: productions. Flowers are borne on long, erect stems, excellent for cutting. From 12to15inches high, compact, bushy growth, an abun- dant bloomer. Pkt. 8c.
New American Aster, Mary Semple—This is an American novelty of unusual] merit—sure to become popular eyen in Germany. Grown at Rockford Seed Farms, it attracted muchattention when in full flower during August and Sep- tember. It grows 2 feet high, and owing to its free branch- ing habit each plant should be allowed sufficient space for its full development. Very soft but deep shade of rosy blush. Flowers are borne upon stems 12inches long and most desirable for cutting. Trulya gem. Pkt. 8c.
Harlequin—Very odd and attractive new variety. A constant bloomer, handsome double flowers, composed of pure white petals quaintly interspersed in- irregular manner, with deep blue and bright red markings. Height 12inches. Pkt. 8c.
New White Branching—The magnificent large, double white flowers, quite 4 inches in diameter, are borne upon long stems, making them excellent for cutting. It is quite different in several respects from any Aster known, and itis only necessary that the character of the plant should be known to make it a favorite with amateurs and florists. Height 18inches. Pkt. 8c.; ( oz. 75c.; oz. $2.50.
Shakespeare—Mixed. A novel dwarf variety 6inches high. Fine color- ing, large globular flowers. Pkt. 8c.
Queex of the Market—A class of Asters characterized by extreme earliness and the profusion of their flowers. Plants byeraeen foot in height, are much branch6G@ ua. carry 10 to 15 large flowers. Kt. 5c.5 oz. 30c.; 0z. $1.00. rere
New Diamond—Mixed. Has large Couble flowers of rich and varied colors. Height 18inches. Pkt- 8c-3 } oz. 75c.; oz. $2.50.
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ASTERS
Offered on this Page.
Washington—Mixed. Flowers are very large and often meas- ure 4to6inches in diameter. Height 2feet. Pkt. 8c.
Dwarf Chrysanthemum—Mixed. Flowers about_$ inches in diameter. Height 1 foot. Pkt. 8c.; &% oz. 50c.; oz.
Imbricated Pompon—Mixed. Of perfect form and so double as to appear spherical. 18incheshigh. Pkt.-8c.
German Quilled—Mixed. Flowers large, freely produced and of brilliant colors. 18incheshigh. Pkt. 8c.; oz. 40c. Cocordeau or Crown—Mixed. Anexcellent variety. Flowers fine. Height 2feet. Pkt. 8c.; { oz. 50c.; oz. $1.50.
BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED VICTO- RIA ASTERS. 1.
Magnificent class, flowers massive and showy, measuring over 4 inches across. The plants grow very evenly, about 18inches high and carry frequently over 50 flowers. Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 5c.; % oz.50c.; oz. $1.50. Snow White, Dark Crimson, Peach Blossom, Rich Sa Flesh Color—Each, PEt. 6c.; %4 0z. 60C.; oz.
TRUFFAUT’S PAONY FLOW- ERED PERFECTION. 2.
Certainly one of the most verfect and deservedly papular:
Asters. Wery double, largs and beautiful. Height 18 inches.
Finest Mixed—Pkt. 5c.; 4% oz. 50c.; oz. $1.75.
Bright Red, Clear White, Violet, Peach Blossom, White turn— ing to Azure Blue—Each, PEt. 7c. ; 4 0z. 75c. ; 0z. $2.50.
NEW GIANT COMET ASTERS. 3.
This distinct class of Asters resembles very much the Japan Ohrysan- 9mum in size of flowers. Extremely floriferous.
Finest Mixed—Pkt. 6c.; 4 oz. 75c.; 0z. $2.50. Pure White, Clear Carmine, Lilac bordered White, Light Blue, Bright Rose—Each, PEt. 8c.; 4 oz. $1.00; 0z. $3.00.
Buckbee’s Superb Mixed—The choicest and most varied strains of Asters ever offered. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 50c.; oz. $1.50.
Fine Mixed—A splendid collection of leading types of this wonderful flower in choice mixture. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 20c.; oz. 60c.
From Wm. Ort, Hinckley, Ill.: ‘‘Was very much pleased with the seed I got from you last year. We trust to have as good success this season.
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in hot beds earlier and transplanted to the garden when danger of frost isover. Arather light and moder- ately rich soil, thoroughly spaded, is most desirable. Do not grow the plants too thick. Keep the weeds down and the surface of the soil well stirred with a hoe or rake during the summer, especially if the weather is dry. Very pretty effects are produced by massing different colors. Straight or circular rows of different colors side by side are effective. Yet in Asters, Phlox, Poppies, Zinnias, Verbenas, etc., a mixture of all colors is always showy and pleasing.
ABRONIA—Beautiful trailing plant, with sweet scented ver bena-like flowers. Pkt. 4c.
ADONIS—Often called ‘“‘Pheasant’s Eye.”
Foliage graceful and feathery. Pkt. 3c.
AGERATUM—Profuse and constant bloomer. Hardy annual. See ae inches high. Flowers tassel shaped. Best mixed.
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AGROSTEMMA— Often called ‘Crown of the Field,” ‘Rose of Heaven,” “Flos Jovis’ and ‘Rose Champion.”’ Much used for beds and borders. Finest mixed. Pkt. 2c.
ALONSOA—Known as “Mask Flower."’ Constantly covered with flowers throughout the season. Fine’ mixed.
Hardy annual.
ALYSSUM—1—Dwarf plants. Eachspreads so as to completely coyer a circular space 12 to 20 inchesin diameter. Remain in bloom from spring till frost.
Little Gem—Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. Sweet—Pkt. 200 seeds 3c.
AMARANTHUS—5—Beautiful foliage plants, invaluable for massing where striking contrasts in color are desired. Choice mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds 3c.
ASPERULA—Pretty dwarf growing annual, valuable for bedding purposes. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 2c.
ANCHUSA—3— Hardy annual 2 feet high. Bears a profusion of bright blue flowers similar to, yet much finer than Forget-me- not. Blooms throughout the spring and summer, Pkt. 100 seeds 3c. :
ANEMONE—4—Among the earliest and brightest of spring
ALLIUM—The Bride—2—A ways covered with flowers, valuable for bouquet work. Pkt. 8c.
flowers. Colors range through several shades. Hardy ANTIRRHINUM—6—See Snap Dragon—Page 100. 3
annual. Fine mixed. Pkt. 5c,
BALSAMBS.
Apollo—Flowers large, double and of perfect shape, beautifully and _ minutely spotted and streaked. Pkt. 5c. Diana—Flowers very large, double and handsomely formed, of the most delicate shades of flesh color; beautiful beyond imagination. PKt. 5c. Fairy Queen—Flowers pure snowy white, large double and perfect. Great favorite with florists, and one of the most profuse bloomers, the plants being loaded with hundreds of delightful blossoms throughout the season. Pkt. 8c. Jupiter—Superb color; glowing crimson. Flowers large and beautifully double. A strong and vigorous grower. Pkt 5c. Mars—A rich glowing scarlet. Flowers large and finely formed. Pkt. 5c. Mercury—Elegant variety of the softest lemon color. Double and perfect as acamelia, and aslargeasarose. Pkt. 5c. » Neptune—Flowers gayly striped, streaked and spotted. Choicest mixed }? shades. Pkt. 6c. Satvyrn—Grand variety, clear frosted white, flaked and striped with rosy purple or scarlet. Pkt. Bc. Venus—Flowers suffused with a soft shade of delicate lilac. large and double. Pkt. 6c. ; E Splendid Mixed—No finer mixture obtainable. comprised of the above EROS: of all varieties of Balsams and a choice selection of numerous ybrid sorts. Pkt. 25 seeds, 5c.; 4 02. 30c.; 02. $1.00 dy Good Mixed—This mixture is comprised of the standard sorts and will give good results. Pkt. 26 seeds, 3c.; 4 0z.15c.; oz. 50c.
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Also known as ‘Ragged Sailor,’’ ‘‘Corn Flower,’ and “Blue Bottle.’ Free-flowering and dwarf-growing, covered with a profusion of cin- It is a beauty, the national flower of Germany, and a great favorite in all 6raria-like flowers. Blossoms are daisy-like in Bree anes blue and white parts of the old country. Hardy annual; 2 to 3 feet high, Pkt. 50 contrasting beautifully. Choicest mixed. kt. 4c3 Reetiaise: nora BROWALLIA.
: 4 . 5 Beautiful free-blooming annual. It is often called “Amethyst.” One
A very pretty and showy annual, with the greatest profusion of white of the favorite profuse-bloomi:;; bedding plants, covered with rich, and golden flowers of a Jarge size. Leaves are downy and thistle-like; the beautifui winged blue or wuite flowers during the summer and autumn flowers measure 2 inches or more across, expanding in the evening, when months. Splendid mixed. Pki. 2c. they are very fragrant. Choice mixed. kt. 4c.
BETA BURNING BUSH.
Most effective bedding plant, producing large leaves of beautiful A very pretty and showy garden plant, color. Frost does not kill them, only coloring them the more prettily. forming a very fine-shaped bush about 24 Pkt. 5c. feet high The foliage is beautiful and
lemon-scented. The flowers are very curious, borne in long spikes during June and July, and are exceedingly
fragrant. Pkt. 5e. CACALIA.
Commonly called, ‘‘Tassel Flower.” Fine for bedding or borders. Be sure and include this in your collection. Mixed. Pkt. 2c.
CALENDULA.
The name of this flower is derived from the fact that it will bloom every calendar month in the year. If seed is sown early in the open ground plants will be in bloom by June, and will blossom continuously until after severe frosts. Finest mixed colors. Pkt. 75 seeds 4c.
CALLIOPSIS. (Or Coreopsis.)
Pe E This is one of our brightest, cheeriest annuals, and as easy to growas
Z = a’) y any weed. Sow in open ground quite early and thin to 6 inches apart. l \ \iG , Mixed colors. Pkt. 200 seeds 3c.
CANDYTUFT. mA = Empress. This new, pure white Candytuft forms a dense bushy BACHELORS BY . : plant of a spreading habit, and bears its snowy flowers in endless profu- ~. BUTT.O! ; S= 2 | sion. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. = Dark Crimson. Fine brightcolor. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. All Colors Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
CANNA.
One of the most popular of bedding plants, while even single speci- mens are most attractive in the garden. They will bloom the fizst year from seed. Soak in water over night before you plant. Sow singly in small pots as soon as convenient and grow as rapidly as possiblo. The § rootscan be kept in the cellar over winter and each clump gives 6 to 8 § good roots for planting out the following spring.
Crozy’s Hybrids. Very beautiful. If started in heat in Feb- Tuary will bloom in August. PKt. 5c. Fine Mixed. A fine mixture. Pkt. 3c.
CATCHFLY.
An exceedingly beautiful annual of easy culture, producing delicate flowers profusely. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 3c.
CHINESE LANTERN PLANT. (Physalis Franchetti.)
The plant produces numerous large, inflated husks, much the shape of Chinese lanterns; at first a beautiful green color, chang- Ff ing to a yellowish hue and then to brightest scarlet, and as they
Z ZB AY 1 hang suspended among the green foliage they present a most § ZESq AZZ novel and strikingly beautiful appearance. Pkt. 30 seeds 4c. &
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Beautiful hardy annuals from California, with rose-colored, white and purple flowers, in delicate but very brilliant shades. § Plants are 18 inches high. Profuse bloomers. Fine mixed.
Pkt. 3c. COCKSCOMB (or Celosia).
The old Cockscomb of our mothers’ gardens but vastly im- proved of late years. Its huge combs, from 6 inches to 1 foot across, are of the most fiery gorgeous colors, unlike anything else in the floral kingdom. Choicest mixed. PKt. 100 seeds 4c.
COSMOS.
New Mammoth Fancy Cosmos. The latest novelty from California. The flowers measure from 4 to 5 inches across, while the plants come into bloom earlier than is usual with Cosmos. Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 7c.
Giants of California Cosmos. This valuable strain of § Cosmos is notable both for beauty and the gigantic size of its § flowers. The broad petals overlap each other producing per- fectly circular flowers of splendid substance which measure 4 to5 inches across; the colorsare very varied and beautiful.
Giant Pure White. Pkt. 6c.
Giant Pink. Pkt. 6c.
Giant Yellow. Pkt. 7c.
Giant Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 5c.
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_ Fine curiosity in the North. They bloom freely, and will (iq ripen the pods ifsown early and set outside inreal warm weather. |“ t. 4¢c.; oz. 8c.
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Pkt. 150 seeds 3c. H i For only 20c.T willsend one Special Offer packet each of these five varieties of Daisies. DAHLIA.
Double Largest Flowering Mixed, A superb mixture of the finest double varieties of the largest size and finest colorings. Pkt. 40 seeds 7c.
Double Mixed. Pkt. 40 seeds 4c.
Single Novelty Mixed. Brilliant flowers running through a wide range of striking colors; of large size; exceedingly popular for cut flowers. Pkt. 40 seeds Sc.
DATURA—Cornucopia. La (‘HORN OF PLENTY."’)
Discovered in South America in 1892 by acollector of orchids. The plant is of robust habit, with thick, dark brown purple,shining stem. The branches are numerous, spreading 8 or 4 feet; thick, large, dark green colored leaves. Flowers are trumpet-shaped, measuring 8 to 10 inches in length and 5 to 7 inches across the mouth and form three distinct flowers, growing each within the other. Pkt. 12 seeds 4c.
DATURA, or Trumpet Flower. : A large, branching plant, producing handsome double and single trumpet- shaped blossoms, white, blue, yellow and lilac, of exquisite fragrance. Pkt.
22 seeds 3c. DIAMOND FLOWER (IONOPSIDIUM. )
A dainty littleannual with tufts of tiny foliage and beautiful little white and violet blue flowers that bloom within a month from the time seed is sown. It will grow in the open ground, over-rock work or in pots, never exceeding Sinchesin height and rarely 2. Inthe fall theself-sown seed will come up and blossom profusely from October until spring, regardless of ive and snow, making a lovely bed of flowers all winter. Pkt. 5c.
EUPHORBIA, Heterophylla, or Annual Poinsettia.
This plant is often called Mexican Fire Plant, Painted Leaf, or Fire on the Mountain. Grows 2to8 feet high in a branching, bush-like form, with smooth, glossy, fiddle-shaped leaves. Pkt. 40 seeds 4c.
EUPHORBIA—Variegata. Hardy annual; foliage beautifully veined and margined with white, very showy. Sometimes known as Snow onthe Mountain. Pkt. 40 seeds 3c.
ESCHSCLOLTZIA, or Giant California Poppy.
The Eschscholtzia is one of the most hardy and easily grown of our annuals. Itis a fine flower for bloomingin pots, especially in winter. For winter blooming sow seed in November or December in pots of light, rich soil. They will bloom in 30 to 40 days and last all winter. Pkt. 150
seeds 4c. EVENING PRIMROSE, or Oenothera.
Large, saucer-shaped blooms of the purest white, or in the softest, richest shades of yellow, and deliciously fragrant. Theswollen budsexpand at dusk with a sudden ‘‘snap’’ that always delights the children and interests the adults. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
FENZLIA.
The plants donot grow over 3inches high, but spread oat like a portulaca and are thickly covered at all times with perfectly charming blossoms of lovely colors. Pkt. 5c.
FORGET-ME-NOT, or Myosotis.
One of the most charming and beautiful of all plants, either for open ground culture or for the house; the foliage is light and graceful, while the dainty little flowers, star-likein form, are of the most delicate shade of blue, Pkt. 100 seeds 4c.
FOUR O’CLOCK, or Mirabilis.
Often called ‘‘Marvel of Peru.’’ The plants are Jargeand require 4 feet of space; flowers are funnel-shaped, white, red and striped and are very fragrant, and open about 4o0’clockin the afternoon, remain open all night and perish before noon the next day. Pkt. 20 seeds 3c.
FEVERFEW. White Gem. Very finest and most beautiful of all double white varieties. Pkt. 200 seeds 10c. Golden Fleece. Especially adapted for the edging of beds, as the foliage is beautifully serrated, of arich goldencolor. Flowers smaller and pure white. Pkt. 200 seeds 4c.
GAILLARDIA.
Exceedingly beautiful annual, producing showy plants 1 to 3 feet high. Large flowers from 2 to 3inches across, produced from early summer until frost. Unrivaled for cutting. Choicest double mixed. Pkt. 100seeds 4c.
Choicest single mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
GENTIANA. | _ Charming hardy perennicl, Lictsoms earlyin May. A profuse bloomer yielding hundreds of the most brilliantly-colored flowers. Mixed pkt. 4c.
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GILIA—Tricolor.
Grows in aimost any situation; flowers blue with yellow and purple center Hardy annuai, 1 foot high; finest mixed. Pkt. 200 seeds 20.
GIANT GHOST FLOWER. Often called ‘‘Wedding Bells." The most wonderful plant. It blooms always, cither in the house or out of doors inthe summer. The flowers drooping, bell-shaped, over a foot long and 8 or 9 inches wide, of creamy white color. Very fragrant and choice sort. PEt. 10c.
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One of the best of all summer and fall flowers; in fact. t tres no Gower equal to it for bril- liant shades, none easier grown. Choicest Mixed, nkt. 10 ee sew
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Curious greenhouse shrub, with singularly beautiful foliage and magnificent clusters of long, drooping flowers, somewhat rcsembling a parrot’s beak. Pkt. 15 seeds 10c.
GODETIA.
Beautiful hardy annua.s, remarkable for delicacy of their fine large blos- soms. Mixed, pkt. 200 seeds 3c.
GYPSOPHILA.
Delicate free flowering little early plants, covered with a profusion of white and pink little star-shaped blossoms. Well adapted for hanging baskets or edgings and valuable in conjunction with other flowers for making bouquets, either green or dry. Will thrive anywhere. Choicest
mixed, pkt. 4c. E ICH PLANT.
Handsome and curious plant for hanging baskets, rock work, vases and edgings. Six inches high; white. Pkt. 200 seeds 3c.
LINUM.
Excellent for clumps or edgings and one of the best and most showy annuals for bedding. PkEt. 50 seeds 3c.
LOBELIA. A very valuable and beautiful dwarf-growing plant; delicate drooping habit and profusion of charming little blue and white flowers. Choicest Mixed, pkt. 500 seeds 6c.
LOTUS—American.
This is one of the most beautiful and valuable of all water lilies. The dark green leaves 12 to 15 inches in diameter, are sur- mounted by enormous double flowers. Pkt. 10c.
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The flowers are produced in clusters, and are constantly coming out allsummer. Mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 6c.
MATHIOLA.
A variety of the “Ten Weeks Stocks,’ which is hardy and robust so that seed can be sown in the open ground early. Mixed. Pkt. Be.
MONKEY FLOWER. (Mimulus Punchatus.)
Tender looking plants with singular shaped and brilliant colored flowers, blotched and spotted in every conceivable man- ner. Fine hybrid varieties mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
MUSK PLANT.
(Mimulus Moschatus.
A well-known and favorite plant both for outside borders and for pot culture in spring. Cultivated on account of the musky odor ofthe plant. PEt. 100 seeds 3c.
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MIGNONETTE. (Reseda.) eieericlle New, red flowering, very sweet; spikes very thick; one of the best. . 6C
Improved Golden Queen—Distinct variety, golden yellow flowers, powerfully fragrant. Pkt. 4c.
Large Pyramidal Bouquet, or Giant Tree—A robust grower with numerous large spikes of flowers: very sweet. PEt. 4c.
Mile’s Giant White Spiral—An exceedingly pleasing variety. Very showy ingrowth, with long spikes of fragrant blossoms. Pkt. 4c.
New Giant Red Flowered—12 to 16 inches in height, of an intense red color and very sweet scented. Pkt. Bc.
New Golden Machet—A splendid variety for pots and cut flowers, while the long massive spikes are crowded with golden yellow blossoms. Pkt. 6c.
Pure Machet—Of vigorous pyramidal growth, with very thick, dark green leaves; numerous stout flower stalks, bearing massive spikes of deliciously scented gray flowers of great substance. Pkt. 6c.
Parson's Giant White Flowering—Flowers almost pure white, borne on spikes 6 inches to a foot in length. Pkt. 4c. :
Sweet—(Reseda Odorata Grandiflora)—Large flowered. The old favorite Sweet Mignonette, improved. Pkt. 3c.; 0z.10c.
Improved Victoria—It grows only 6 to 12 inches in height. It is a robust and pe ale aen over and succeeds well even in dry soil and hot sun, where most Mignonettes ail. . bc.
Buckbee’s ‘‘Rockford’’ Finest Mixed—We annually grow at Rockford Seed. Farms
a large area of the choicest varieties of Mignonette. This year we have made an extra fine mix- ture of seed of the finest varieties, including the above magnificent sorts and many new hybrid varieties. Sure to please. Pkt. 600 seeds 6c.; oz. 50c. : .
Mixed—A fine mixture including many varieties, but not equal to the “Rockford” mixed. Pkt. 3c.; 0z. 20c.
SPECI A I OFFER For only 35c. I will send One Liberal Packet each of the 12 Superb Varieties of Mignonette here offered. MARIGOLD.
Legion of Honor—A beautiful single, dwarf, bushy variety, bearing rich, golden yellow flowers with garnet blotches in the center of each petal; about 1 foot high. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
elporado blowers 3 to4inches in diameter, imbricated and extremely double. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
African, Double Mixed—Very early; profuse bloomers of compact habit. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
French, Double Mixed—A class of showy and extremely effective plants; fine double flowers of rich and beautiful. colors; very well
SPECI AT OFFER For only 12c. I adapted for large beds and bordering. * will send One Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. Packet each of the 4 varieties of Marigold.
NEMOPHILA, or Love Grove.
Of dwarf, spreading habit, and well adapted for borders or pot culture. The flowers are single, each petal having a largedistinct blotch. r kt. 60 seeds 3c.
NICOTIANA—A ffinis.
A handsome genus of garden plants of the tobacco family, which are noted for the freeacom and fragrance of their bloom. Half hardy annuals, 3 feet high. Pkt.100 seeds 4c.
NIEREMBERGIA. A HES AE plant for; baskets, vases and bed-
ding. 5 NIGELLA, or Love-in-a-Mist. Hardy annual, known as the ‘'Devil-in-Bush” and “Lady-in-Green,”’ because the blossoms are pecu- : liarly concealed by the abundance of finely-cut : 4 foliage. . 3c. he NOLANA. Beautiful trailing plants, almost equal to the GIA Portulaca for growing in masses. Pkt. 4c. NYCTERINIA. Charming little plants well adapted for rockeries and baskets. Pkt. 6c.
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“Nasturtiums, Pansies and Swect Peas.”
No plant grown from seed yields a lurger number of blossoms
than the N sturtium. Thevere constant)y in bloom; the more they are picked the more freely do they bloom; so keep the flowers picked each day and your home will present an inviting appearance and your garden a joyous sight.
DWARF, OR TOM THUMB. 2.
Of recent years remarkable improvements have been made in Dwarf or Tom Thumb Nasiurtiums, so that now we have aclass of plants unrivaled in beauty and efiect for bedding and cut-flower purposes.
Good Mixed—From a very fine collection. Pkt. 3c.;
oz. 8c.; % lb. 25c.; lb. 80c.
Finest Mixed—Tine mixture,superiortothat generally |
sold. Pkt. 4c.; oz.10c.; % 1b.35c.; lb. $1.25.
Buckbee’s Fancy Mixed—The best ever produced and not equaled for gorgeousness of colors and brilliancy of effect, embracing every known good sort and a choice collection of new hybrids. Pkt. 65c.; oz. 12¢c.; \& lb. 45e.; lb. $1.50.
Price of the following Varieties, Pkt. 5e.; oz. 10c.:
Aurora—Yellow, petals blotched, veined carmine, Beauty—Scarlet, splashed canary. Bronze Color—Beautiful burnished bronze color. Chameleon—Straw color, spotted and veined with red; distinct. Cloth of Gold—Foliage yellow; flowers scarlet. General Jacqueminot—Fancy deep red rose. Golden King—Golden yellow; very fine. King of Tom Thumbs—Intensescarlet flowers. Lady Bird—Yellow, barred with ruby crimson. Mystic Shrine—New dark crimson, nearly black. Ocecn Wave—Rare, flowers creamy white. Queen of Orange—F lowers large, rich orange. rince Henry—Golden yellow, marbled scarlet. Rose—A very pleasing shade. Royal Scarlet— Most brilliant colored variety. Compact Lustrcus—Flowers flashing scarlet. Crystal Palace Gem—Sulphur, spotted maroon. Empress of India—Davk leaves, crimson flowers. Intensity—Intense crimson, almost black. Spotted King—A handsome sort. Ruby King—Maegnificent ruby rose, dark foliage.
SPECIAL OFFER—I will send the entire col- lection of 24 varieties of Dwarfor Tom Thumb Nasturtiums for only 75 cents.
BUCKBEE’S FAMOUS NAS- TURTIUMS. 1.
SPLENDID MIXTU RE—Far in advance of anything before offered for size and great variety of flowers. This mixture is composed of a careful blending of all the varieties offered on this page, with an addition of hundreds of strikingly beautiful hybrids. By planting this mixture you are sure of the grandest collection of Nasturtiums attainable. Pkt. 6c.; oz. 15c.; %& lb. 50c.; lb. $1.75.
BETTER RESULTS.
Mrs. M.J.Hawes, St. Augustine, Fla., writes: “Your Nasturtiums have given me better results than any I have ever planted.”
LOBB’S NASTURTIUMS. 4.
As easily grown as common Tall Nasturtiums, which they surpass in the remarkable brilliancy of their flowers. They make beautiful hedges grown on brush as are Sweet Peas, while they can also be trailed to a greater height. In vases they are particularly attractive, hanging over the sides, while grown simply trailing on the ground, they are always surpassing!ly beautiful.
Lobb’s Special Mixed—Besides the six types here de- scribed, this embraces seed of many other most beau- tiful varieties. Pkt. 4c.; oz.12c.; lb. 35c.; lb. $1.25.
Price of the following Varieties, Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c.:
Cardinale—Striking cardinal red color. Giant of Battles—Su!phur color, spotted red. Gold Garnet—Shining yellow, mottled garnet. King of the Blacks—Rich deep brown. Lucifer—The richest; velvety, deep crimson. Spitfire—New, brightest, most glowing of all.
SPECIAL OFFER—I will send the above 7 va- rieties of Lobb’s Nasturtiums for only 25 cents.
TALL, OR CLIMBING. 5.
Among the easiest grown and prettiest of climbers for fences, trellises, etc., quickly running 6 to 12 feet, thriv- ing well even on poorsoil. Free bloomers, and the green seed pods make excellent pickles.
Fine Mixed—From a very nice collection. PKt. 3c.; Oz. 8c.; % lb. 25c.; lb. 80c.
Select Mixed—Fully equal if not surpassing the mix- tures offered by other seedsmen. Pkt. 4c.; oz- 10c.; % ib. 30c.; Ib. $1.00.
| Buckbee’s Superior Mixed—Without question the
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most superior mixture ever offered. Pkt.5c.: oz- 15c.; % lb. 50c.; lb. $1.75.
Price of the following Varieties. Pkt. 5ce.; oz. 10c.: Crystal Gem—Handsome pearly white. Dark Crimson—Deep, rich and velvety. Dunnett’s Orange—Bright orange, blotched red. Eduard Otto—Velvety bronze, yellow spur. Fire King—Gorgeous scarlet, best of all.
Golden Leaved Scarlet (Golden Climber; also called Scarlet and Gold)—Light yellow foliage contrasts brightly
with the deep scarlet flowers,
Heinemanni-—Silky bronze chocolate.
Hemisphericum-—Straw color, with rosy scarlet blotches.
Regalianum—Purple violet.
King Theodore—Rich deep crimson, al- most black.
Schuermani-— Rich, striped yellow and crimson.
Von Moltke—Bluish rose.
SPECIAL OFFER—I willsend
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ALL PACKETS OFFERED ON THIS PAGE WARRANTED TO CONTAIN 25 OR MORE SEEDS.
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These new hybrids make astrong growth, climbing from 6 to 6 feet, and covered from spring to fall with large, substantia! flowers of the most brilliantshades. They are remarkable for their wide range of colors, embracing almost every color. So ornamental is this strain that it deserves a place in every garden, either for climbing or trailing from vases or over the
ground. Pkt. 5ic.; oz.10c.
Canary Bird Flower. (TROPZO0LUM CANARIENSE.)
Beautiful climber, the charming little canary colored blossom besar- ing a fancied resemblance to a bird with its wings half expanded. The plant hss a luxuriant, rambling character, and if seeds are to be planted by the side of arbor or trellis, will run about 20 feet and
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BUCKBHES wmmar PHLOX.
Very hardy annuals, thriving in almost any situation. One of the very best of all bedding
annuals is the Phlox Drummondii. Tho various varieties of this flower surpass almost everything else in dazzling brilliancy of color, profuseness of blooms and length of duration in bloom. The newer sorts of Phlox aro so far ahead of the older varieties that we have dis- carded all of the latter, and offer nono but those beautiful new ones of recent introduction. The Phloxes mako boautiful ribbon beds when different colors are sown side by side, and are
unsurpassed.
HORTENSIA FLOWERED PHLOX. 2.
This is undoubtedly one of the handsomest species of the Phlox family. They are moro floriferous than the others; the flowers are largo, of good substance and of handsomest colors, and are borne in large umbels, just like a hydrangea, hence the name.
Alba—Pure white, extra large. PKt. 6c. Coccinca—Scarlet, rich, striking. PEt. 6c. Leopoldii—Splendid rich red, with white eye. Pkt. 6c. Fine Mixed—From ao splendid collection. kt. 5c.
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Very desirable class. Flowers are double and semi-double, and last much longer than ‘hose of the single Phlox. The white is especially yaluable asa cut flower. We are sure our cus- tomers will be greatly pleased with these, and we heartily recommend atrial.
Price of any of the 4 following varie- ties: Pkt. 8c.,or the entirecollection of 4 varieties for only 25c.:
Double White. Double Scarlet.
Double Yellow. Double Mixed.
PERENNIAL, OR HARDY PHLOX. 5.
The varieties of the Perennial Phloxrare among the choicest of flowers for bedding and border plants. They are hardy and need no protection; will flourish in any soil, succeeding better, how- ever, in deep, rich, rather moict ground. Pkt. of 25 seeds Bc. :
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PHLOX DRUMMONDII
For cutting for bouquets they are
Buckbee’s “Rockford” Strains of Prize Medal
GRANDIFLORA. 3.
This strain of Phlox is far superior to any other. TDlowors of great substance, beautiful form and uncommon size. The colors are ex- traordinarily rich and varied, glowing crimson, dazzling scarlet, deep rose, soft pink, pale blush, maroon black, lavender purple and numberless other rare shades. Many with contrasting eyes, stripos or foatherings. In habit these new Phlox are erect, rather than procumbent, and bear velvyoty blossoms in great profusion, making thom unrivaled for bedding. They are of dwarf, stout branching habit, always erect. Grandest of all Phlox. In Finest Mixture, Pkt. 5e.; * oz. 25c.; oz. T5c.
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Price of any of the following varieties, except where noted, Pkt. 6c.: ee deep purple.
Black arrior—Nearest approach to black that we have in any flower; intense dark crim- son, deep and clear.
Carmine Red—Strikingly showy variety.
Dazzler—An exceedingly brilliant variety of the clearest, richest scarlet.
Isabellina—Creamy yellow, desirable.
Kermesina Alba Oculata—Rosy crimson, white eye.
Purity—A beautiful pure white variety.
Rosy Chamois—Beautiful shade of rose.
Rosea—Deep rose, exquisitely beautiful.
Splendens—Crimson, pure white eye; one of the finest of this strain.
Stellata Splendens—Rich crimson, with star- shaped white eye.
NEW LARGE FLOWERED YEL- LOW PHLOX.
Amofig the many acresof Phlox growing at Rockford Seed Farms the past season few have excited such attention as the bed of this new large Yellow Phlox. Itis a rich straw yellow, of warm and glowing tone, while the flowers are of extra large size and fine form. The clusters of blooms are magnificent. Pkt. 5c.
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A lovely strain, the plants growing only 86 to 8 incheskigh. Vecluable for bedding alone or as borders in beds with taller vcricties. Fircbal!—Uxceedingly fine and showy scarlet.
Pit. 7c.
Snowball—White excellent variety. Pkt. 7c.
Chamois—loso; charming. kt. Te.
Striata—Doautifulstriped. Pkt. 7c.
Delicata—Blush; charming. Pkt. 7c.
Extra Fine Mixed—A choice mixture of countlessshades. Pkt. 6c.
SPECIAL OFFER—I will send one packet eachcf the above 6 varieties of New Dwarf Phlox for only 40c.
BUCKBEE’S STARRED AND FRINGED PHLOX.
These Starred and Fringed Phloxes are really entitled to rack as a ncw race, andthe most striking noveltiesin Fhloxes ever introduced. In the fringed flowers the pctals are pary,
is- ctly bordcred with white, which, together with the bright eyo of tle center, contrasts with the magnificent volvety colors, in more than twenty distinct shades. In the Starred Fhioxes the pointed central tooth of the petals are fivetosix times as long as the lateral ones and project beyond them like little spines, giving the flowers a dis- tinctly marked, regular star-like form, In finest mixture. Pkt. 6c.
recent years in the development of the Poppy, which has brought it
into deserved popularity, and it may be safely said that no other flower pro- duces a more brilliant display of colors during the blooming period.
American aes. Posuueal new variety ;
flowers large and double; snow white, bor- dered with scarlet. Pkt. 5e.
Danebrog—Double flowers of deep red, each petal being marked at the base with a white blotch. Pkt. 4c.
Carnation Flowered —Double; large size, and in a great variety of colors. Pkt. 3c.3 OZ. 20c.
Iceland—A perennial variety, colors range tron pure white and yellow to orange scarlet.
4c.
Mephisto—Very unique and striking; rich glowing dark scarlet, blotched with velvety black. Pit. 4c.
Mikado—Flowers pure white at the back, fringed odges areof brilliant scarlet. Pkt. 4c.
Pony Flowered—Ff lowers in size and color are equal to Peonies. Mixed colors. Pkt. 3e.3 Oz. 20c.
Pecacock—Striking feature of the flower is the glossy zone which marks the petals, forming a Ting. Pkt. 4c.
Roscbud—Considered by many the prettiest of all; like a rosette. Beautiful colors and shad- ings. Pit. 4c.
Shirloy—Similar in every way tothe wild Scar- let Picld Poppy of England. Strikingly hand- somo. Pit. 4c.
Snow Drift—Pure white; grand. Pkt. 4c.
Tulip—A dazzling variety, resembling the Tulip
Foliage bluish green.
inshape. CoJorintenso scarlet. Pkt. 4c. Vesuvics—A rich, beautiful scarlet variety. Pkt. 5c.
Grandcst Mixcd—An elegant mixture of standard and novelty varieties. Pkt. 4c.; 4 oz. 30c.; oz. 50c.
One Packet Each
Special Offer of the above 14 va-
rieties of Poppies for only 40 Cents.
Buckbee’s Rockford Seed Farms Are Noted for Lowest Prices, Best Seed, Promptness and Accuracy,
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Ornamental foliage plant similar to Coleus. Foliage metallic bronze. Pkt. 4c.
GORGEOUS PETUNIAS.
Giants of California—A California strain of great beauty, size and luxuriance. The flowers are of immense size. often measuring 5 to 6 inches across, but the variety of colors, markings, veinings and blotching distinguish them from all others. They are usually ruffled and fringed on the edges, and present a great variety of beautiful effects,m ny colors being rich and glowing, while others are very delicate. Pkt. 150 seeds 10c. “
Buckbee’s New Double Fancy Fringed—For years we have made careful trial of : double Petunias, but this is better than any seed we have previously been able POPPIES to obtain. They embrace a wide range of colors and show finer combinations = than we have heretofore found in any double Petunias. including delicate = mauve, porcelain blue, white, garnet and velvet shades. The delicate blue and white flowers, freely produced. are particularly noteworthy. This carefully hybridized seed will yield a larger percentage of double flowers than any other Petunia in cultivation to-day. Mixed. Pkt. 40 seeds 15c.
Grandifiora, Single Large Flowering—The largest-flowering and _richest-colored yariety in cultivation. Single flowers frequently measure over 5 inches in diameter, ruffled or fringed on the edges and beautifully yeined with various shades of purple, rose, lavender, yellow and crimson. Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c.
Hybrida, Single Mixed—A splendid mixture, embracing all colors, including striped and blotched varieties. Are excellent for bedding or massing, remaining in bloom the entire summer. Pkt. 200 seeds 5c.
Fordhook Fancy Fringed Double—Mixture of the best _large-flowering and fringed double Petunias. Yields 20to 30 per cent. of doubles. Mixed. Pkt. 40 seeds 10c. .
Defiance, Large Flowering Single—Flowers unequaled in size. Mixture is remarkable for its large proportion of dark crimson, maroon and violet shades. Pkt. 100 seeds 10c.
SPECIAL OFFER FOR ONLY 40c. I WILL SEND ONE LIBERAL PACKET
EACH OF ABOVE 6 VARIETIES OF PETUNIAS. PHACELIA.
Hardy annual bearing erect cup-shaped flowers of alovely blue. Flowers profusely and a
long time. Pkt. 4c. PORTULACA (Moss Rose).
Valuable for baskets, beds, etc. Plant is of trailing habit, about 6 inches high. 5 Choicest Double Mixed—Pkt. 300 seeds 4c. Finest Single Mixed—Pkt. 300 seeds 3c.
PYRETHRUM.
Roseum—From thedried and powdered flowers of this is made the famous Persian Insect Powder. Flowers large, yellow and rose colored.
PEt. 8c. : RAINBOW PLANT.
A grand plant 8 feet high, bearing brilliantly colored leaves, making a fine displaw PEt. 100 seeds 5c.
RICINUS.
Zauzibariensis—From seed sown in_the open ground in May the plants are in full foliage early in July, and attain a height of 12to 14feet. The enormous leaves are fully 2% feet broad, beautifully lobed. Shapely seeds. Mixed. Pkt. 6 seeds 4c.;
0z.16c. RICINUS.
Or Castor Oil Bean—Tall, majestic plants for lawns, with leaves of glossy green, brown or bronze metallic hue, and long spikes of prickly capsules of scarlet and green. Of very quick growth in rich soil. Tender annual; 6 to 15 feet high. Best Mixed. Pkt. 6 seeds 3c.; 0z. 10c.
ROSE.
New Dwarf Multifiora, also called Baby and Fairy Rose. Roses from seeds the first year. The plants bloom in three months after sowing, so that seed sown in February in the house may be had in bloom in June in the open ground, where they con- tinue to bloom throughout the season, giving about an equal proportion of single, semi-single and double flowers borne in clusters. The plants are dwarf and bushy, growing only about 1 foot high, and very pretty in solid beds and borders. They = . are very hardy and may be treated as annuals. PKt. 10c.; : | 3 pkts. for 25c. |
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A Packet of Pansy Seed contains from 150 to 300 seed.
World Renowned. Of Highest Perfection.
of modest worth and true affection.
A UNIVERSAL favorite with young and old.
Every child sees the face in the Pansy, and, aside from its great beauty, we all treasure it as a symbol The smallest yard must have its Pansies. Not poor, forlorn plants, struggling with heat and drought and
hard-baked ground, though even there yielding us handfuls of cheery bloom; but rather, strong, vigorous plants, riotous in the cool, deep, mellow
beds they love, made rich with fertilizers, kept free from weeds, and shaded from tho hot afternoon sun.
In such a bed, one may gather great, velvety
Pansies by the handfuls—flowers so radiantly beautiful that they scarcely seem of the earth. As the Pansy loves coolness, it gives the largest, finest blooms in early spring andJateautumn. They are so easy to grow that those living in the South can grow superb ones by giving rich bed, sheltered loca- tion and abundant water. Sow seed either in house or open ground. In the openground sow seed very early in the spring while the ground is yet cool and moist, for late summer and fall bloom; orin August and September for spring and early summerbloom. For fall-sown seed have tho bed moist and kept
shaded by boards or papers until the plants appear.
or other light covering. Do not let the plants seed if you wish to keep them in bloom.
care and is the best.
GERMAN COMPOSERS’ SET.
SPECIAL OFFER. For only 76c. I will send the German Compos-
ers’ set of 13 Varieties in all. The most remark- able offer ever made. vs sis Hf ae sie BB
This grandest of all collections marks the rapid stride of. improvement among Pansies. The flowers are of the largest size, most perfect shape and richest colors, which for variety and beauty cannot be »xcelled. The flowers are half again as large as ordinary Pansies, frequently measuring 2% to 4 inches across. he colors are truly wonderful, and include all the new shades and markings introduced up to the presenttime. They will astonish Pansy fanciers,
Bach—Large flower, each petal being marked with ajdark blotch. Very beautiful coloring. Pkt. 7c.
Beethoven—Creamy whiterround blotched with black. Pkt. Te.
Chopin—Immense flowers with broad blotches, delicately penciled. Pkt.
c. Handel—A very lovely combination of violet and white. Pkt. 7c. Liszt—The most popular of all novelties; marked with large, heavy blotches
of great beauty. Pkt. 7c. Lobengrin—A rich golden yellow. Pkt. 7c. Mendelssohn—A uniqucly striped Pansy, the ground color a rich ma- hogany, striped with yellow. Pkt. 7c. Mozart—A lovely combination of tho blue shades; very rich. Pkt. 7c. Schubert—Beautiful ultramarine blue, with violet purplo eye. Pkt. Te. Strauss—Deep velvety black of large size and great beauty. Pkt. 7c. Wagner—Certainly one of the most superb, abounding in the richest colorings. Pkt. 7c. Sener superb white, daintily and beautifully blotched with blue. kt. Te.
Grand Mixed—This mixture is specially prepared for the most critical Pansy lovers and florists, who require the greatest variety of colors, as well as flowers of the very largest size. Pkt. 10c.
Fine Mixed—A charming collection and splendid mixture of fine hybrids; standard varieties. Pkt. 5c.; 4 oz. 40c.; oz. 75c.
These will make vigcrous plants that will endure the winter if protected by a few evergreen boughs
Poor Pansy seed is dear at any price. Mineis saved with great
VARIETIES OF GREAT BEAUTY.
SPECIAL OFFER. One Liberal Packet Each of the 31 Renowned
Varieties of Pansies quoted on this page for Only $1.50. sia a BR es ae BH BR
Sweet Scented Pansies—Have the perfume of violets. Fine combina- tions and harmonious blendings. t. be.
Bick ought y ed velvety shade of black, almost approaching jet.
- 5c.
Blue King—Rich sky blue; very beautiful. Pkt. 5c.
Butterfly—Beautifully blotched with handsome shades; the markings remind one of the butterfly. Pkt. 5c.
Cardinal—Very novel and striking, the finest and nearest approach to a pure red Pansy everintroduced. Pkt. 6c.
Comet—Beautifully rayed from arich, ficry center. Pkt. 5c.
Emperor William—Of a beautiful ultramarine bluoe. Deserves the highest praise. Pkt. 5c.
Everblooming—Will give you flowers of the most beautiful and varied colors. Besure and orderit. Pkt. 6c.
Fawn—Beautiful, refined variety; lovely fawn color. Pkt. 5c.
Giant Trimardeau—F lowers large, with a dark blotch on the three lower petals. Most beautiful ofall. Pkt. 5c. Golden Crest—Gorgeous and striking yellow variety.
grand; finesize. Pkt. 6c.
Lord Beaconsfield—Extremely fine, beautiful violet color, shaded with lavender and white. Pkt. 5c.
Oriental—Very beautiful and exquisite shades of royal purple, deserving of the highest praise. Pkt. 5c.
Peacock—Of large size, the side petals are of a rich maroon and lower petals a royal purple, shot with peacock blue and margined with terra cotta rose. Pkt. 5c.
Rainbow—Beautifully blotched with maroon, gold, white and pink. Startling varieties. Pkt. 5c.
Snow Queen—Grand; pure white. Pkt 5c
Color distinct and
World’s Fair Prize Mixture —Awarded Grand Prize Medal at the World’s Fair. Pkt. 8c.; 4% oz. 60c.; oz. $1.00.
DON’T FORGET TO INCLUDE WORLD'S FAIR LAWN GRASS IN YOUR ORDER,
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SALPIGLOSSIS.
VERY showy bedding or border pJants with richly colored, erect, funnel-shaped flowers. The colors are beautifully marbled and penciled, purple, scarlet, crimson, yellow, buff, blue, and almost black. Bloom from August to October. Half hardy annual, 1% to2 feethigh. Pkt. 150seeds 4c.
SENSITIVE PLANT.
An interesting and curious plant, with globular heads of pink flowers, well known for the extreme irritability of its leaves and foot stalks, which close and droop at the slightest touch, orin cloudy, damp weather, and during the night. Tender annual; height 14 feet.
Pkt. 4c. SENECIO ELEGANS.
A beautiful free-flowering annual; dense heads of bloom and is of a@ very compact and regular habit of growth, and when planted close together make an effective bed, as the flowers completely cover the plants. The flowers are of a fine lustrous purple red, bright crimson, rose colored and pure white, perfectly double and imbricated; very valuable for bouquets. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
SOLANUM, or Jerusalem Cherry.
Ornamental fruit-bearing plants, useful for conservatory or drawing room decorations. The foliage is handsome and contrasts finely with the miniature, round, scarlet fruit with which the plant iscovered. Tender perennial 144 feet high. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c.
SCHIZANTHUS, Or Butterfly Flower.
BLEGANT and very free blooming annuals, of much interest and beauty, and when full grown rival in singularity of colors and markings the orchids. Large flowers spotted with crimson, lilac, purple and yellow, and the petals are cut in picturesque manner. In pots in the conservatory or house few lants are more attractive; also elegant n a bouquet or vase and fine for bed- ding. Choice mixed, pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
Statice Suwarowi.
One of the showiest annuals that we possess. Its branching flower spikes, of yery bright rose with a crimson shade. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c.
SCABIOSA,
‘Or Mourning Bride.
Often called Sweet Scabius. The stock we offer is a wonderful improve- ment over the old and common strains. The plants produce a profusion of large, double flowers of striking shades of color, which are very useful in making bouquets. Hardy annual.
Louble Dwarf Mixed, pkt- 75 seeds 4c.
Double Tall Mixed, pkt. 75 seeds 4c.
SALVIA,
Or Scarlet Sage.
One of the grandest plants in oulti- vation, a bed of them surpassing the finest scarlet geraniums in brilliancy and continuous bloom, the flower spikes often measuring 10 to 12inchesin length, and there are as many as 200 spikesona well-grown plant. From the time they first begin to flower the plants are never out of bloom until killed by frost. Easily
SANVITALIA—?rocumbens, Double.
Very pretty, dwarf, trailing plants; excellent for rock work. bor- ders or edging of beds. It isso completely covered with flowers as to
nearly hide the foliage. Double flowers of a brilliant golden yellow, resembling a miniature double Zinnia. Hardyannual, 6 inches high.
Pkt. 4c.
gtown; constant delight to
SUNFLOWER, MULTIFLORA.
SUNFLOWER,
Or Helianthus.
New Double Multiflora — Unlike all other Sunflowers, instead of branch- ing and bearing the flowers at the ends of the shoots, the plant is pyramidal in shape and the handsome flowers pro- duced at the base of each leaf, which gives it a picturesque and highly orna- mental aspect. Flowers are very double, full centered and surrounded by fringe of broad, single petals, the flowers proper which form head being tubular.
kt. 5e.
Finest Mixed — Adapted by stately growth fora background toa lawn or a screen to hide ansightly places. The seed is often used for feed and oil. Hardy annual. Pkt. 25 seeds 3c.; oz. 10c.
STOCKS—ten Weeks.
New largest flowering globe pyra- midal Stock. A magnificent race with immense spikes of perfectly double flow- ers, the individual bloom often measur- ing from 2 to 2}; inches in diameter. The large double flowers are produced in great profusion, the spikes being com- pactly pyramidal in shape and the plant of neat habit of growth. They are greatly prized for cut flowers on account of their fragrance and diversity of col- ors. Choicest mixed, pkt. 50 seeds
4c. White Perpetual. Princess oe or Cut and Come ain. Of strong growth and fine branching habit; reworks the height of 14
feet, and if sown early will produce uninterruptedly a great abundance of bloom from June until November. The individual flowers are uncommonly large, of fine rosette-like shape, and the purest possible white. The flowers
SHELL FLOWER, or Molucca Balm. Sppeer on each shoot and the oftener cut the better they likeit. Pkt. 50
everyone. Pkt. 25 seeds 5c.
5c.
Although robust and easily grown every- where, this interesting annual from Syria is but little known and annually excites much attention when growing on ourseed farms. Grows from 2 to 8 feet high, sending upa strong central stem with many branches, each of which is so completely covered with flowers as to leave scarcely any room for the leaves. Flower is very curious; its large shell-like calyx is green and veined; corolla white, striped with purple. When cut it emits a fragrance of balm, Pkt. 25seeds
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TREE CYPRESS.
A handsome plant with fine feathery foliage somewhat like that of the Cypress Vine, with long spikes of beautiful flowers; equally desirable for outdoor or conservatory cultivation. HalJfhardy biennial. Pkt. 4c.
VALERIAN—Greek.
Standard border plant, often called Jacob’s Ladder. Flowers blue, stalks up- right. Blooms in June, of easy cultivation, perfectly hardy; perennial. PKt. 4c.
Dwarf German Mixed—A splendid mix- ture of the most popular varieties of this most charming class. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c.
THEA PLANT.
A handsome half hardy shrub, besring white flowers from November until spring. A native of China and grows from 2 to 6 feet high. The plant from whose leaves is made the faycrite beverage ‘‘Tea.”” PKt.10c.
TORENIA.
Fournieri or Angel’s Wings.
A fine annual with large sky-blue blossoms, with three spots of indigo blue anda yellow staininthecenter. Extremely handsome grown in pots or shaded border. Darkest spotted varie- ties. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
White Wings—aA very fine annual, un- usually attractive; flowers white with sometimes atinge of bluish yellowthroat. Very vigorous and free flowering, forming a splendid plant for pot culture, vases and hanging baskets, or in the open ground in beds or masses, Pkt. 150 seeds 4c.
GOOD SEEDS AND EXTRA VALUES RULE AT BUCKBEE’S.
H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILL.INOIS.
IKE the pansy, the aster and the petunia, the Verbena is a favorite with
| j everybody, and one of the most universally popular of all flowers, both for
the garden and for potculture. For constant and profuse flowering, and
for brilliancy and beauty of colors it has few equals. Start seed early
under glass, if possible, that good strong plants may be had for transpJanting to
the garden. hey will commence bloomingin June and continue until after
severe frosts, and during thie entire time nothing in the garden will attract more attention than the bed orclump of Verbenas. In August cuttings may be take from some of the best ones and potted up for winter blooming. *
BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN VERBENAS.
The most magnificent strain offered, producing uniformly magnificent large trusses with flowers of unusual size. The individual blossoms are frequently as large asa silver half dollar. Take asilver coin and try to cover any of the single flowers of the corymb illustrated herewith, and you will realize how magnificent in size are the single florets, > as the illustration has been accurately reproduced from photograph, natural size. Famous as the finest strainsof Verbenas known. We grow five acres of these superb flowers, and we know what we are talking about when we say they are the finest of all Verbenas. The plants are vigorous and short jointed, and perfectsheets of bloom. The.trusses are very large, the flowers of mammoth size, perfect form, and embrace the richest and most velvety colors. They are also delicately sweet scented. Therange of color is great and shades are mostly very delicate and dainty. Incoloring they are in fact perfectly exquisite, there being very little of the old blue or purple colors among them. In their place we have delicate blushes, lavenders, pinks, vel ty indigoes, intense scarlets, whites, mottled, striped, variegated, etc.—in fact, a thousand different colors and combinations.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan White—Pkt. 150 seeds 7c.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan Scarlet—Pkt. 150 seeds 7c.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan Blue—Pkt. 160 seeds 7c.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan Rose—Pkt. 150 seeds 7c.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan Pink—Pkt. 160 seeds 7c.
Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan 8triped—Pkt. 160 seeds 7c.
Sane age Mixed—Pkt. 150. seeds 10c., 8 pkts. 26e., % Oz. 76e., oz. $2.60.
SPECIAL OFFER flict Buckbee's Cosmopolitan vervenastor only 4OC.
A Packet of Verbena Seed contains from 1650 to 200or more seeds,
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VERBENAS.
VV ERBENAS in quantity are more easily obtained
from seed than from cuttings, and tho plants are more healthy and vigorous in growth, while they are also fragrant, particularly the white and light-colored yorieties. Sown in spring, they flower quite early in the seuson, and each plant, in good, rich soil, will cover aspace 3 to 4 feet in diameter, producing, if the flowers are cut as they begin to fade, a mass of bloom until killed by frost.
Verbena Hybrida—Choicesi Prize Mixed— From a most superb collection of named varieties. Very large in flower and corymbs, and of the richest and most brilliant colors, this is one of the finest Verbena Hybridas in cultivation to-day. Theseed has been saved not only from a large collection of many bright and pleasing self colors, but a!so from the finest varieties of the auricula-eyed type. Pkt. 5e.; & oz. 50c.; oz. $1.50.
Fordhook Famous—Mammoth Verbena. The best strain, both as to size of flowers and variety of colors. Our seed is originally from seed secured from the introducers, and can be relied on to produce excellent flowers of all colors, Pkt. 7c.
Golden Bedder—A striking variety, with bright scariest blossoms and golden yellow foliage. Pkt. 5c.
Italian Striped—Very showy striped flowers of many bright colors. Pkt. 5c.; 4% oz. 50c.; oz. $1.50.
Primrose—A great advance toward the coveted yellow Verbena. Soft, pale yellow or primrose. Very pleasing. Pkt. 5c.
Pure White (often called Ocean Crest, Sea Foam or Candidissima)—A fine strain of large- flowering, pure white hybrid Verbenas. Pkt. 5c.; % oz. 50c.; oz. $1.50.
Scarlet Defiance—True, brightest scarlet, intensely rich and striking; by far the finest variety of this splendid class. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 50c.; oz. 81.50.
Hybrida—Fine Mixed—A very good strain, and fully equal to that offered by many dealers atagreatly advanced price. Pkt. 3c.; 4% oz. 40c.; oz. $1.00.
Auricula Flowered—Splendid flowers of large size and bright colors, each with large white eye. Pkt.
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Blue King—Grand new variety of a beautiful blue i For only 80c. I will send One Packet Bretagne size. es prime favorite with all lovers of ope eienent, fragrant plant Be Each of the 21 Varieties of Verbenas this delightful class of plants. Pkt. Be. easily grown from seed and succeeds 3
= everywhere. Have agood bed of it offered on this page
ees Wa yEnc YG, warEe pls Howerss each in the garden over summer, 60 that
with large white eye; very showy. - 5c. 7 i ¢ i 2 5 y : uf i phen Cae oes ath bok cere L. Krusk, Goose Lake, Iowa: ‘Everything has Dark Cloud—A French variety, of arich black blue Pkt. 50 seeds alee : always grown well from the seeds purchased of you.
color, lighted by a white center. Fine. Pkt. 5c.
Many thanks for extras.”
VERBENA ODORATA.
(Sweet Scented.)
ats lovely Verbena possesses three great points of merit over other varieties, and
they are such important ones that it will become a necessity to every garden. First, it is so hardy; seed can be sown in the open ground early in the spring, where they will quickly germinate, grow rapidly, and in a few weeks be in bloom and givoa great profusion of beautiful blossomsall summer. No garden flower is easier grown, foritis assure tothri7eas a poppy or pig-weed. Second, the blossoms, instead of being in clusters like other sorts, run up into spikes, usually 8or 4 inches long, asshownin cut. Third, itis very sweet scented. Wehave probably said enough to make everyone want it, but we have yet to say that the flower is pure white, the plantshort jointed and dwarf, not covering nearly as much ground as other sorts, and it isa perfect mass of bloomall summer. It always comes perfectly true from seed. Pkt. 200 seeds 10c.
BUCKBEE’S SEED GROWS—EVERY TIME.
H.W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
WONDROUS WEATHER PLANT
THIS beautiful plant has,
during the last two years, SFcreated a great sensation throughout the world. It is said that the leaves, by changing their position, foretell the weather two days in advance, and exten- sive experiments, by order of Edward VII some time since, prove that it is in truth prophetic. Other tests and experiments have not beenso successful, and it is yet an open question as to its merits in this respect. Itisatleasta graceful vine, with lovely foliage and flowers. Mycutshowsthe positionthe leaves are supposed to assume in foretelling the weather. Iftheleaves stand upward from the twig, making with each other an angle of 45 degrees, the sky will be cloudless and the weather beautifulinall respects. Ifthey stand out straight, changeable weather isindicated. Asthe leaves droop below the twig the indications range toward rain, until, when the leaves hang straight downward, water may be expected to fallintorrents. A local storm is indi- cated by thecurling together of the leaves, and a fog by the bending of the twigs. Seeds are of good size andsometimes slow to germinate; should be soaked in luke warm water before planting. Pkt.10c.
WALL FLOWER.
The gorgeous, massive spikes of the Wall Flower are very conspicuous in beds and borders, and are very useful in making bouquets. Sow the seed early in hot-beds and while the plants are small, prick them out into pots, and sink the potsinthe earth. On approach of cold weather, remove the pots to the house and they will bloom all winter. Tender perennial; 1% feet high. Fine German double mixed. Pkt.$c. Single, finest mixed, Pkt. 5c.
WATER LILIES Many persons have been deterred from attempting the culture of water plants by the
idea that a special greenhouse and water tank must be built for their accommodation. True, the various varieties may be had in flower almost all the year’round in sucha structure, yet they can be grown with equal success out of doorsin ponds or shallow streams of water having muddy bottoms, or in tanks, or in acquariums in the house. Pkt. 10 seeds toc.
WHITLAVIA Grandiflora—A plant with a delicate, handsome foliage, prcdueiny: a constant succession of : beautiful violet blue, bell-shaped flowers about half an inch long, and borne in drooping clusters. Hardy annual; 1foothigh. Pkt. 4c.
WILD OR MIXED FLOWER GARDEN. I make no apologies when offering this mixture,
containing, as it does, a varied and select lot of
beautiful, easily-grown flowers, produc- ing constant and varied multitudes of blooms the whole season, und espe- cially suited for those who wish onlya fewseeds of the leading varieties, or a much more extensive collection than their means will permit. In no other Manner can so many seeds be obtained forsuchsmall cost. Liberal pkt. 5c.; oz. 25ec.; lb. 75c.; & lb. $1.25.; Ib. $2.00.
VINCA A genus of ornamental
free flowering greenhouse perennials, flowering the first season, plone vereen foliage; handsome flowers. lant in warm, sunny borders durin summer; 15 incheshich. Pinest mixe colors. Pkt. 100seeds dc.
fa 2 Yucca Filamentosa. A pli ; Grandest lantwe have f Bhat abt thelawn. Stately clumpsof bayonet-like
leaves bristling out from the center; extremely ornamenta), but in mid-sum- mer theytake onanaddedglory. Thick, woody flower stalks are thrown up which bear panicles of creamy, bell-shaped flowers. Panicle will contain 300 florets. Pkt. Se.
ZINNIAS.
Buckbee’s Mammoth Flowering—Plants of vigorous growth, 3 feet high; profuse bloomers. Flowers extremely double and bril- liant in color, while in size they surpass all other varieties. Grand
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prize mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 10c. RIC aa ra tev Y pa Yess Mammoth Zebra—This is really the finest strain of striped or Zebra Wee
Zinnias ip cultivation. Pkt. 100 seeds 5c.
Crested and Curled—F lowers large and double, the petals being twisted and curled beautifully. Range of coloris remarkable. Bushy plants 2 feetin diameter. Pkt. 50 seeds 6c.
Lilliput Mixed—Half the height of ordinary Zinnias. Blossoms small, double and of very brilliant colors. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c.
Fireball—Dwarf habit; large, double blossoms of intense scarlet. It makes a fine border ormass. PKt. 50 seeds 5c.
Snowball— Exactly like Fireball, except color, which is as white assnow. Makes acharming contrast. Pkt. 50 seeds bc.
Double Yellow—Pkt. 50 seeds 4c. Double Purple—Pkt. 50 soeds 4c. Double Violet—Pkt. 50 scods 4c. Double Orange—Pkt. 50 soodc 4c. Doublo Black—Pkt. 50 seeds 4c. Double Bloed Red—Pkt. 50 seeds 4c.
Buckbee’s Superior Double Mixed—The grandest mixture of double flowers; large size, brilliant colors. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c.
Fine Mixed—All colors mixed. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c.
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SPECIAL OFFER—For only 60c. I will send one liberal
packet each of the 14 superb varieties of Zinnias qu ted above. BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH-FLOWEEED ZINNIAB.
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| THE BEST Sweet Peas~«
| Hundreds of varieties of Sweet Pens are offered. We have tested them all on our Rockford Seed Farms. A great many of the older sorts have been | superseded by newer ones, which are much better in every way, while in some instances the older and standard varieties stand to-day without arival. On ages 92 and 93 you will find listed at very reasonable prices the cream of the Best Sweet Peas in their respective classes. All free owering.
CULTURE Sweet Peas do best in a moderately rich soil, which has been made so by repeated manurings rather than by a single heavy application. The use of fresh manure, or even a large quantity of well rotted manure, tends to produce coarse vines and smaller, weaker-colored flowers. Work the soil thoroughly as early in the spring as it can be done without making it sticky and hard; then make a trench about eight inches wide et the bottom, the sides sloping to the surface, and sow the seed in double rows six inches apart, dropping in each row from six to twenty-four seeds to the foot, according as size or quantity of bloom is most desirable; thin sowings will give the largest flowers, and thick sowings will givethe most of them. Cover with one or two inches of soil and see that the ends of the partially filled trenches are open, so that no water can standinthem. After the plants are about five inches high, fill up the trench; this is a very essential thing to do, for this method secures deep rooting, necessary to long-continued blooming, without danger of losing the ‘seed from too deep planting. As fast as the flowers come into full bloom they should be cut, for if the seed-pods are allowed to form, the plants will soon stop flowering.
BUCKBEE’S NEW DWARF YELLOW SWEET PEA. A Wonderful Everblooming Variety.
This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, interesting and easily grown plants in exist- ence; low growing, profusely branching plant, every branch ending in racemes 6 to 10 inches long, of beautiful, large Sweet Pea-like flowers. These flowers are of a thick substance, fragrant and of a golden yellow color (except the keel in the center, which looks like brown velvet) and are followed by clusters of short, smooth pods. I can recommend this most magnificent variety, knowing that it will give purchasers the greatest satisfaction. It blooms the first year from seed, and in the garden may be treated as an annual. This is certainly one of the finest novelties ever introduced. A plant in bloom reminds one of ashower of gold. Pkt. 5c.
* PERENNIAL OR EVERLASTING PEA. (Lathyrus.)
They do not have the delicious fragrance of the Sweet Peas, but they are equally beautiful. They are perfectly hardy and live year after year, bearing magnificent clusters of flowers and blooming in thespring. Pkt. 5c.
SWEHET PEAS IN MIXTURES.
One of the most satisfactory ways of growing Sweet Peas isin a mixed row. The mixtures we offer are not made up of inferior or cheap stocks, but are of the very best qualities, and are well proportioned so as to give a pleasing variety ot bloom.
BUCKBEE’S GILT EDGE MIXED-—(I will pay $100 tor 1 ounce ot seed that will produce
a better or more carefully blended mixture.) Contains in splendid mixture the magnificent
sorts here offered as well as many new hybrids. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 10c., % Ib. 30c.; lb. $1.00.
ECKFORD’S CHOICEST MIXED-—Including, in splendid mixture, the cream of Mr. Eckford’s sorts. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c-3 lb. 15c.; lv. 40c.
lj} ALL COLORS MIXED-—Sure to please. Pkt. 2c.; oz. 5c.3 % Ib. 12c.3 lb. 35e. Sweet Peas—RED, WHITE and BLUE—Special Mixture.
This is a special mixture composed of equal parts of Rough Rider (the best red), Mont Blano aie best white) and Navy Blue (the best blue). The most superior mixture ever offered to the public. arge pkt. 4c.; oz. 8c.; 4% Ib. 20c.3 lb. T5c.
WHITE HOUSE MIXTURE. |
To awaken new interest in Sweet Pea culture, and to give all an opportunity of having a splendid lot of these favorite flowers at small cost, I have prepared this special mixture. While it ischeap in price, you will find that it will compare most favorably with the mixtures which other firms offer at three to five times its price. 4 Ib. 8c.; lb. 28c.
EVERLASTING
BLUES AND PURPLES—Cholcest Mixed—Pkt. 3c.; oz- 6c.3 Ibe 18¢.3; Ib. 50c. PINKS AND REDS—Cnoicest Mixed—Pkt. 3c.3 oz. 6c.3 % Ib. 180.3 Ib. 50ce WHITES—Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 3c.; oz. Ge.3 Ib. 18e.3 lb. 50c.
NEW DOUBLE SWEET PEAS.
_ Apleasing development of this popularsort. It has beena difficult task by hybridization and seleo- tion to change the habit of the Sweet Peato the double form, and much remains to be done; but eack year findsus nearer. Theseed Loffer is saved from the best plants; fully one-third will produce double flowers. Pkt. 4c.; oz.10c.; 4 lb. 30c.3 lb. $1.00.
NEW CUPID SWEET PEAS.
‘When the Cupid Sweet Pea was introduced, it seemed to most people that its distinct habits had s delighted its propagators that they had exaggerated its value, but continued trial demonstrates that in those localities where the conditions of soil and climate are favorable for its best development it is even more valuable than wasclaimed. For growing in pots, for edgings and beddings the Dwarf Oupid Sweet Peas are a valuable addition to our flowering plants.
COUNTESS OF RADNOR CUPID—Flower of immense size and bornein great profusion. Color of flowers a delicate lavender. Large pkt. 4c.; 0z. %¢.3 2 Oz 12¢c.3 % lb. 18c.
BOREATTON CUPID—Flowers of good size, fine, bo!d form and rich dark coloring, running from mauveto purple. Pkt. 4¢.3 OZ. 70-3 2 O% 12c.5 % Ibe 18c.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH-—Small size and old style form; standard salmon red; wings deep rose. Pkt. 4c.3 OZ Fou. B oz.12c.; %lb.18c.
FIREFLY CUPID—Flowers of good size and intense glowing scarlet. Standard large anderect. Pkt.4c.3 Oz. %C.3 2 OZ 12¢.; %1lb.18¢c.
PRIMROSE CBPID—Flowers are self colored ina rich prim- rose or creamytint. Standard is short, broad and stiff. kt. 4¢.3 OZ %c.3; 20Z.12c.3 & lb. 18c.
BLANCHE FERRY PINK CUPID—(The Best Pink)—Stand- ard good size, fine form and bright pink; wings large, rounded and nearly white. Pkt-4c.3; oz %c.3; 2 oz 12c.; & lb. 180.
ALICE ECKFORD CUPID-—The blooms are borne in close clustersof three on stiff stems, displaying most attractively the charming blended coloring. The standards are a rich creamy white, suffused or blended with delicate shading of soft flesh pink; the wings are silvery white with a faint pink flush in the central portion. Pkt. 4c.; oz %c.3 2 0z.12c.3 % lb. 180.
BEAUTY CUPID—An exceedingly large and perfectly formed flower of a beautiful rose color shaded withcarmine. A very free
<q bloomer. Pkt. 4c.3 oz. 7c.; 2 oz. 12¢c.3 % lb. 18c.
ESS WHITE CUPID-—The flowers of this variety are large, clear
Abe 4 i white and of fine form. Pkt. 4c.; Oz %e.3 2 Oz. ize.; 1g
La YRS WW Ib.18c. __
\ CUPIDS—(Finest Mixed)—We have this year prepared a par- ticularly fine mixture of Oupid Sweet Peas, embracing the best known named varieties as well as many new hybrids—the result
&S SX will be pleasing and gratifying to all who try them. Pkt. 5c.;
JES Mes 890s oz. 10¢.; 2 02. 18¢.; K Ib. 30c.; lb. 81.00. ¢
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SHADES OF BLUE, LAVENDER AND PURPLE.
NAVY BLUE—The only Sweet Pea that is a True Blue Color—An entirely distinct color (not tint) from any existing variety of Sweet Pea. General color effect dark blue; standards brilliant royal purple; wings pure violet; the whole flower elegantly veined in sharp relief. A most vigorous
rower. Blooms of approved form, generous size, parchment-like texture and remarkable substance. Stems usually bear three flowers, occasionally four. When they begin to fade, they assume an antique silver gray cast, but maintain a stately mien up to the time the petals fall. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7¢c.; 2 Oz. 12¢.; 1b. 18c.; lb. 60c.
LADY NINA BALFOUR—Both standards and wings well rounded and expanded. Coloring pale lavender or lilac, free from any reddish tint, sad when gathered in bunches gives the effect of a soft mousetint. Pkt.3c.; oz.6c.; 2 0z.10c.; 1b. 15c.; lb. 45c.
LADY GRISEL HAMILTON —Most attractive light lavender shading; flowers of fine hooded form and extralargesize. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 0z.10c.; 4 1b.15c.; lb. 45c.
FASCINATION—tThe standards are delicate magenta mauve, flushed mauve, wings deep mauve; robust plant, long stout stems. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 0oz.10c.; 1b. 15c.; lb. 45c.
WHITE SHADES. MONT BLANC—Nevw variety of German origin. The flowers come two orthree on astem, and are of fine form, but area trifle smallerthan Blanche Burpee. Liberal pkt.5c.; oz.10c. BLANCHE BURPEE-A splendid pure whitevariety. Flowers freely; the individual blooms are so large and fine as to makeita most desirable sort. PKt.3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 0z.10c.; 4 1b.15c.; lb. 45c. EMILY HENDERSON—The earliest pure white. Bold and well formed. Wings broad and well ex- panded. Pkt. 3c.; oz.6c.; 2 0z.10c.; lb. 15c.; lb. 45c. SADIE BURPEE—The Finest White—Although 60 large in size, the flowers are yet most dainty and beactiful in form, with purest pearly white coloring. Pkt.3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; ¥% 1b.
15c.; lb. 45c, CREAM AND YELLOW SHADES.
QUEEN VICTORIA—The Best Yellow—Flowers of perfect form, erect, slightly pointed, with edges finely recurved. Colorsoft primrose yellow, slightly overlaid with faint purple, which imparts adeepertone. Pkt.4c.; oz.7¢.; 2,0z.12c.; & 1b.18c.; lb. 60c.
MRS. ECKFORD—Flowers large, great substance, perfect form; of a delicate primrose yellow color, becoming nearly white at maturity. Pkt. 3c.; oz.6c.; 2 oz.10c.; % 1b. 15c.; lb. 45c.
NOVELTY SHADES. COLUMBIA—Magnificent new variety. White ground suttused purple, penciled pink. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7¢c.3; 2 0z.12c.; % 1b. 18c.; lb. 60c. AURORA—Very large and of fine form. Standard and wings are striped and flaked with delicate orange salmon pink over white. Pkt. %c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; 1b. 15c.; lb. 45c. MAID OF HONOR —An exquisite variety. Flowers daintily shaded light blue on a white ground, aud boldly edged with a narrow border of deep violet. Pkt. 3c-; oz. 6c-; 2 oz. 10c.3 lb. Cy » 45c.- MRS. JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN-Very large and perfect-shaped flower; white, striped with bright rose carmine. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; %{ 1b. 15c.; lb. 45e. SENATOR—Richly colored flowers of large size; dark brown and chocolate; heavily striped on white. Kt. 3e.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; &% Ib. 15c.; Ib. 45e. >
CLARET AND MAROON SHADES.
OTHELiLO—Best Dark Sweet Pea—Deep maroon self-color; standard slightly hooded, widely expanded and incurved. Flowers very large; ahead of all othersof thisclass. Pkt. 4c¢.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz.12c.; % 1b. 18c.; lb. 60c.
SHAZADA—Flowers large and fine; expanded form; rich dark maroon, with a tint of purple in center of standard and inner portions of the wings. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 34 1b. 15c.; lb. 45e.
CAPTIVATION—Flowers large, beautiful light magenta or bright claret color. Standards fully ex- pended and slightly curved as ina beautiful shell. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 15c.;
- 45c. SHADES OF SCARLET AND RED. ROUGH RIDER—(The Best and Newest Scarlet)—Flowers large, richly colored and of mag- midcent form. By far the best of any yet introduced. PKt.4c.; oz. 7e.; 2 oz.12¢.; % lb. 18¢.; a c. FIREFL Y—The earliest growing scarlet; self-colored, bright and vivid; retains coloring well under the hot sunshine. PKt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2.0z.10c.; 4 1b. 15c.; Ib. 45c. SALOPIAN—(Sunproof)—Flowers of large size, fine grandiflora form; beautifully rich, deep glow- ing crimson tinged with orange scarlet. PKt. 3c; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 3% lb. 1ic.; lb. 45e.
SHADES OF PINK AND ROSE.
MAJESTIC—Standard deep rose pink; flowers are borne almost uniformly three on a stem and all facing one way. Of large size and perfect form, slightly hooded. Pkt. 4c.; oz. 7c.; 2 oz.12¢.; 4 Ib. 18c.; lb. 60c.
FASHION—(The Richest and Finest Rose)—Large flowers, borne on long stiff stems. Standards quite pointed, with edges slightly rolled or hooded, becoming more heavily hooded as they expand; wings quite erect. The coloring is a soft shade of reddish lavender, spread over the whole surface and deepening at the base of the standard. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz.10c.; % lb. 15c.; lb. 45c.
KATHERINE TRACY—Perfect form, hardy, strong grower. Color is soft but brilliant pink, of precitels) the same shade in wings and standard. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; \& Ib. 15c.;
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LADY MARY CURRIE—Flowers large, fine form, and strikingly showy in coloring. Standards pointed, withslightly rolled edges, heavily veined with salmon pink, lower portion shaded with car- Mine; wings much recurved and of asoft rose pink with heavy veins of a deep shade bordering on buff. Pkt. 3c.;_ oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; 34 Ib. 15c.; lb. 45e.
EXTRA EARLY BLANCHE FERRY-—Blooms fully two weeks before other sorts, dwarf habit, flowers profusely. Standards bright rich pink, wings generally described as white, are always tinted with resy pink. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % Ib. 15c.; Ib. 45c.
LOVELY—tThe most beautiful soft shell pink, shaded lighter to very soft rose at the outer edges. Grand flowers of large size; most aptly named. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; lb. 15c.;
Ib. 45c. PRIMA DONNA—The stems bear three or four very large, perfect flowers of a brilliant yet soft shade of pink. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; \% lb. 15c.; lb. 45c. PRINCE OF WALES—A bright self-colored, deep rose flower of grand size and beautifully hooded form; frequently fouronastem. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 0z. 10c.; %{ lb. 15c.; lb. 45c. RAMONA—Large, finely formed flowers; standard and wings white, but nearly covered with a very warm blush purple in small dots andshades. Pkt. 3c.; oz. 6c.; 2 oz. 10c.; % lb. 15c.; lb. 45c. ROYAL ROSE-—Deep rosy pink with wings of lighter shade; flowers of grand size, fine hooded form. One of the finest. Pkt. 3¢.; oz. 6¢.3; 2 oz. 10c.; \%lb.15c.; lb. 45c.
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—r_ tree may be beautified by the graceful and profuse flower- ing vines here offered. Vines are nature’s draperics, and are essential to any and every attempt to beautify one’s home surroundings. Beautiful, beautiful vines, many an unsightly object do they cover, many a tovely screen, or fence, or trellisdo they make, masses of beautiful blossoms and graceful shades do they furnish. What could be more delightful than some of the following useful and ornamental climbers decorating your home? Morning Glories, Moon Flowers, Ampelopsis, Centrosema, Canary Bird Flower, Columbian Climber, Clematis, Gourds, Nas- turtiums, Wild Cucumber, etc. . Sow seed either indoors or in hot-beds or directly in the open ground as soon as warm and weather is settled, giving good, light, rich soil and do not plant too deep. As soon as young plants are large enough, thin out or transplant to permanent position. While little care need be given this delightful class of plants, you will be well repaid by giving the beds a medium amount of water and thorough cultivation, and in the instance of biennial or perennial varieties, cover with straw or litter every fallto protect them from any sudden changes which may have a tendency to affect them. The following selection is all that
can be desired among climbers:
= ca Frees garden, every cottage, every fence, wall,stump or old
CRUEL PLANT.
A beautiful and a rapid growing climber, bearing an immense number of pure white, bell-shaped, fragrant flowers, and derives its name from the fact that various insects In sucking honey of its blossoms are caught fast
ADLUMIA—Cirrhosa.
Frequently called Mountain Fringe, Wood Fringe, Alleghany Vine. A beautifuland graceful climber and rofuse bloomer; beautiful flowers, white and pink. aay biennial. Height15 feet. Pkt. 5c.
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AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII.
Often called the Boston or Japanese Ivy. The fash- ionable and most hardy wall climber of the day. Olings
\ tightly to rock, brick, ete., and it is a wall of living
green the summer through, turning in autumn to a flaming crimson, when it iscertainly gorgeous. It stands the dust and dry air of. cities admirably. Before sowing, soak seed in lukewarm water; when large enough, trans-
lant in permanent situation, giving very rich soil.
kt. 6c. BALLOON. VINE.
Remarkable for its inflated membraneous capsules. Sometimes called ‘Loye-in-a-Puff.’’ A rapid and grace- ful climber. Tender annual, 6 feet high. The flowers are white. Pkt. 4c.
COCCINEA—Indica.
A remarkably pretty climber. Ivy-like foliage, bright and luxuriant; never troubled with insects, and is ad- mirably adapted for trellises, arbors, etc. Small flowers soon followed by numerous fruits 2 inches long, which turn toscarlet. Pkt. 25 seeds 6c. :
BRYONOPSIS. 2
An ornamental. climber “of the gourd family, and bearing green fruit, which changes.in color as the season advances to bright scarlet striped with white, Tender annual, 10 feet high; has tuberous roots which may be kept over winter like potatoes, Pkt. 15 seeds 4c.
CALAMPELIS=Scabra. ; .”
A beautiful climber from Chili, with delicate foliage
and bright orange blossoms in racemes, freely produced
until late inthe season. Tender perennial, 15 feet high. PEt. 4c. ‘
CANARY BIRD FLOWER.
(See page 90,) es CLIMBING BEAN.
A very valuable and beautiful climber of very rapid growth. Suretoplease. Half hardy annual. Scarlet flowered, pkt. 5c.; white flowered, pkt. Be.
CLEMATIS.
Well known and universally admired climbers, some of the varieties being remarkable for the beauty of their blossoms. Fine for covering arbors, verandas, etc., as readily to almost any object. Mostof the kinds are hardy, herbaceous perennials, but some little protection in northern latitudes, through winter, is ad- vised. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 5c.
and securely held until they are dead. It. If it is started
thrives bestin light soil.
From 15 to 20 feet high. Be sure andinclude
it in your collection. Pkt. Se.
early in the house it will bloom all summer, ,
COBAEA.
One of the finest of all climbers, and
equally good for out-of-dvor or for house culture. Pretty foliage and large, beautiful bell-shaped flowers that open a clear green, but turn to a lovely purplish blue. Plant seed edgewise in moist but not wet soil; cover to prevent evap- oration, and do not water again unlesssoil becomes very dry. When seedlings appear, water with great moderation until out of the seed leaf,
Scandens.
Fine bluish purple. 10 seeds 5c.
. Alba.
Fine pure white. _seeds 8c.
DOLICHOS.
(Hyacinth Bean.)
Splendid climber, with abundant clustered spikes of purple and_ white flowers, which are followed by exceed- ingly. ornamental seed pods; tender annual; 10 to 20 feet high. Mixed. Pkt.25 seeds
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FREE GIFTS.
This year I will give away 1,000,000 pack- ages seed for trial, and everybody will get some- thing, even if only eents worth is ordered,
CENT ROSEMA—Sometimes called “ LOOK-AT-ME.”
A hardy perennial vine that will bloom inJune or July from seed sown in April and
bears in profusion inverted pea-shaped flowers from 1 ranging in color from a rosy violet to a reddish purple
1-2 to 21-2 inches in diameter, . With a broad feathered white
marking through the center, while the large buds and back of the flower are pure
white, appearing as if one plant bore many-colored flowers.
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The most superb of all climbers and used almost exclusively for decorating pillars, etc., at the World’s Columbian Exposition, where {% was the admiration ofall. It isa fine, rapid grower, of easy oul- fare and always a mass of exquisite green, showing no bare spots. In addition to its beautiful foliage, it produces large and handsome bell shaped blossoms in the greatest abundance and of the most varied beauty. You cannot afford to be without this beautiful climber. Al- though it does grandly outside, it is also a very fine house climber, and will do exceptionally well running over windows, etc. It rewards the grower with an abundance of beautiful flowers, green at first but r@pidly changing to a beautiful deep violet blue. A well established plant will run from 30 to 40 feetin aseason. Itgrows and flour- fshes everywhere, and you should give it atrial, asit will not fail ziving you complete satisfaction. Annual, Pkt. 10 seeds 5c.
WILD CUCUMBER VINE.
The quickest annual climber for arbors, trellis, fences, etc., mown. Makes the most mosaio covering. N>rersuffers from the 2¢at, but continues its fresh and lively green color, and what is of prime importance, hardly affected by warm or cold, hot or dry geather, and is never infested by insects. Profusein bloom. It ‘will sow itself every year, and comes upin the same place. Sure xe please you. Pkt. 5c.; oz. 25c.
CYPRESS VINE.
(Ipomea Quamoclit.)
A most beautiful climber, with delicate dark green feathery sliage and an abundance of bright, star-shaped rose, scarlet and white blossoms, which contrast most beautifully with thegraceful foliage. Tender annual, 15 feet high. Pkt. 25seeds: Scar- lot, 6c.; Rose, 5c.; White, 5c.; Mixed, 4c.
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Rapid growing annual climbing vin with ornamental foliage and beantifel, mo varied colored flowers. As easily grown as the Morning Glory. Tender annual; 10 to 15 feet high.
Setosa—The new Brazilian Morning Glory. The lobed leaves are from 8 to 10 inches across; flowers pink; large. Pkt. Sc.
Bona Nox—Good Night or Evening Glory. Most beautiful, large, violet flowers. PEt. 4c.
Coccinea—Star Ipomoea. Of wonderful rapid growth; dense foliage covered with hundreds of scarlet flowers. Pkt. 4c.
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GOURDS, ORNAMENTAL.
Atribe of climbers with curiously shaped fruit in various colors. Forms may be wonderfully varied by tying strings around the young fruit or by en- slosing same in a carved mold while growing, ¢hus stamping on its surface any desired figures or letters that may be carved on the mold. Always
| sure to attract the attention of children, who love to play with the pretty and oddly crooked fruits. Many ef these fruits keep for years, being very hard i shelled. The vines grow very rapidly and are fine to cover old fences, trellises, etc. Tender annual. Pkt. 25 seeds, 5c.; oz. 10c. W/, ; Rich, sky blue towers, white margin;
HUMULUS. “ very handsome. Pkt. 4c.
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—White flowers. Pkt. 4c. Japanese Hop. Grandifi = A strikingly beautiful annual climber : rragrante and besatifal, ult
Atiesaadinely vapidiaias dence crontls Flowers Ri te and beautiful, ultra- x i marine 5 i 3 pi attaining a height of 18 to 20 feet ina be upeis OS ic
F The } ich throat. Pkt. 4c. pall woes Tee 2 eaves ieee) erick Limbata, Mixed—Star shaped violet flowers with Is fine where a quick growing and very white margin; blue flowers with lilac centers.
densely leaved climber is desired. PEt. 4c. Valuable for trellis and high places. Choicest Mixed —In great variety. Pkt. 4c.;
Pkt. 12 seeds 8c. oz. 20c. Humulus, Japonicus.
One of the most rapid climbersgrown. Seed can be sown in the open groundin spring and will attain enormous dimen- sions very quickly. The foliage is luxu- riant, and it is one of the best plants for covering verandas and trellises. Heat, drought and insects do nottroubleitin the least. Pkt. 20 seeds 4c.
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LINARIA.
Linaria, or Kenilworth Ivy—A very pretty and well known hardy trailing plant for cov- ering rock work, and very useful for hanging baskets. Flowers are small but pretty, and for a drooping plant nothing can be better, as it is easily grown from seed. Pkt. 100 | seeds, 3c. |
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MORNING GLORIBS.
New Imperial or Giant Japanese.
These magnificent single and double Japanese Morning Glories are entirely distinct from the common Morning Glories, embracing a far greater range of delicate tints and richer colors. There are often three or four colors inone flower, while all have white, pink, crimson or lilac throats.
Vines vigorous, climbing 20 to 30 feet. Foliage is hand- some. Individual flowers measure 4 to 6 inches across, and their greater substance cause them to remain open longer than other varieties. Finest mixed colors. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c.
+) MORNING GLORY—Buckbee’s New Double. Novelty of my own introduction. The most valuable novelty variety to-day, Grows well, climbing 40 feet or more. The fine double flowers give the vines an attractiveness, which warrants their being placed in any position, Pkt. 50 seeds 10c.
MORNING GLORY—Improved Climbing. (CoNvoLvuULUS Major.) The most popular climber in cultivation. Of vigorous and rapid growth, attaining a height of 15 to 20 feet. Our seed is selected from best varieties only, and isa great improvement over the old fashioned. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c.; oz. 8c.
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MAURANDIA.
Graceful climber for greenhouse, parlor, baskets, or out-of- oor purposes. Set out in the border, with a little frame to which to attach their tendrils, they will be loaded all the season with rich purple, white and rose, fox-glove shaped blossoms. Quite pond prenuial climber, blooming first season. Grows 6 feet high. oicest kinds mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
MINA LOBATA.
_ Half hardy Mexican climbing annual. The buds are at first vivid red, but turn to orange yellow immediately before they open, and when fully expanded the flowers are of a creamy white shade. Pkt. 12 seeds 4c.
MOMORDICA (Balsam Apple).
A very curious annual climber, with yellow blossoms and foliage similar to the canary bird flower. The fruit, the chief curiosity, is egg and pear shaped, and covered with many excrescences, and when ripe bursts suddenly open, scattering its seed and showing a brilliant carmine interior. Fine for tre): lises, fences, stumps, etc. Finest mixed. Pkt. 4c,
MOONFLOW ER. New Cross-Bred or Hybrid Variety.
Of great value for the north, as it is in full bloom one month pefore the White Seeded. The flowers are 4 to 6 inches across, and very numerous. The foliage is of 8 distinct types. This is one of the most vigorous of all the summer climbers, Will grow 30 to 40 feet in a single season, and be covered with its large white flowers every evening and cloudy day. | Complaint is sometimes made that the seed fails to grow satisfactorily. This is entirely due to the method of treatment. If the hard outer coat of seed is cut through with a sharp knife, and the seed planted in a warm placeand the soil kept moist, germination will take place in 10 days to 2 weeks. After the plants are up keep growing vigorously and plant in rich soil after frosts are past. Pkt. 8c.
MOONFLOWER, White Seeded.
This is the variety most gen- erally grown, being larger in flower, firmer in texture and of sweeter odor than the Black Seeded variety, which we have now discarded; the vines are almost covered with thousands of immense white flowers, many of them measuring over 7 inches across. Pkt. be.
THUNBERGIA, or Black-Eyed
Very elegant and_ slender growing climbers, sal cov- ering wire trellises and also useful for vases in the garden or house. Can also _be grown without support, and one plant will form a beautiful mat 8 to 4 feet in diameter. The colors are pure white, light yel- low. and deep orange, and of each color there is a variety with white eyes, also with black eyes. They continue in flower all summer. A _ very pretty plant for the garden. Oo: mixed. Pkt. 15 seeds
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TRUMPET CREEPER.
_ Rapid growing, hardy climb- re vine; covered summer and fall with charming and beauti- ful masses of bloom. Flowers are of large size and exceed ingly brilliant and showy. You can es gu find SOREG i rue B\ way of a climber : ora more satisfactory. net Os Sey kt. 4c. :
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C U LT The seeds of greenhonse plants require extra care in sowing, as the seeds are yery fine and d delicate. The pans must be well drained, say half-flled with crocks, and on this a layer of rough, fibrous peat or turf, and filled up with a compost of the following proportions: Two- thirds light, rich loam. one-third peat, silver sand and thoroughly decayed cow manure, the whole thoroughly well mixed together. Make the surface as smooth as possible, aud sprinkle a little silver sand over it; water with a fine hose. After pans have been thoroughly drained, the seed must be very evenly and thoroughly sown. It will require no coyering. After sowing, place the pans under glass in a close frame (it will re- quire no artificial heat), keep shaded, as exposure for a short time to the sun’s rays is often enough to scorch the delicate leaves and rootlets of the seedlings. Directly the plants are large enough to handle they should be pricked into other pans, which have been prepared in the same manner as for seed sowing, and allowed to grow until they touch each other, then shifted into small pots and replaced in the close frame. As soon as the roots fill these pots it will be necessary to repot in larger sizes. Will not do well if replaced in frames or put on shelves in greenhouse near the glass; water regularly. repot and shake when required. If troubled with green fly, select a quiet evening and fumigate with tobacco. ABUTILON Frequently called ‘‘Flowering Maple’’ or ‘‘Chinese Rell Flower.’’_ Blooms quickly, easily grown. Pleases everyone. New Fancy California Seedlings Mixed—Pkt. 25 seeds 8c. BEGONIAS Among the most beautiful and fashionable window plants; nice for outside bedding in summer. Rex—Large leaved; exquisite colors. Pkt. 40 seeds l5c. Vernon—Distinguished for splendid coloring of foliage and flowers. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c. Tuberous Rooted—Single Mixed. Flowers of immense size, rare and vivid coloring. Pkt, 75 seeds 12c. Tuberous Rooted—Double Mixed. Perfectly double, of rare beauty. Pkt. 75 seeds 18c. CACTUS : = The latest craze in flowers. Plants curious and odd. CACTUS Flowers fragrant and beautiful. Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 8c. - —- CALCEOLARIA No collection is complete without this beauty. Flow- ers pocket-shaped with richest markings. Finest Hybrids Mixed—Pkt. 100 seeds 10c, CARNATIONS One of the in@ispensable features in every collection of house or conservatory plants. Marguerite—Of recent introduction. Pkt, 100 seeds 5c. Fxtra Choicest Double Mixed—Saved from finest greenhouse varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. CHRYSANTHEMUMS : j z Flowers first year. My collection is the best in the [ j Z SAMY > . country. Seed saved from hundreds of best plants of all iS Lox AY -~ SS | ON i H .
classes. ) nS j Buckbee’s Prize Mixed—Pkt. 75 seeds 10c. ow re iy CINERARIA Nothing more wondrously beautiful can be grown. Extra Choice Mixed—Pkt. 75 seeds 10c. COLEUS Popular ornamental foliage plants of all shapes and colors. Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 150 seeds 8c. CUPHEA, OR CIGAR PLANT Beautiful ornamental and free blooming favorites. Extra Fine Mixed—Pkt. 5c. 8 Z i CYCLAMEN : pw SS: j Famous -the world over. Beautiful foliage. Ex- = : : quisite flowers. \ = ESE Persicum—Persian Splendid Mixed—Pkt. 20 seeds \ r : EF ‘
5c, Giganteum—Mixed Large Size. Pkt. 15 seeds 8c. FERNS Exquisite for decorative purposes. Finest Species Mixed—Pkt. 10c, = FUCHSIA Flowers freely first year. My seed is from the best Single and Double Varieties. Pkt. 20 seeds 10c. GERANIUM Easily grown, flowers first year if started early. My seed is selected from hundreds of the finest sorts—no finer is obtainable. Single and Double Mixed—Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. Arple Scented—Pkt. 10c,
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GLOXINIA—Magnificent pot plant. Handsome _ bell-shaped flowers. Mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds 10c.
HELIOTROPE—W orld renowned. Fragrance delightful. Blooms continuously. Choicest Mixed. Pkt. 150 seeds 5c.
LANTANA—Exceedingly fine for summer bedding. Popular everywhere as pot plants. Choice Mixture. Pkt. 25 seeds 4c.
LEMON VERBENA—Every one loves this desirable plant. Pkt. 50 seeds 4c.
DWARF MORNING GLORY—The Wonder of the Age as a win- ter house blooming variety. Stocky grower. Flowers richly colored. Extra Mixed. Pkt. 25 seeds 4c.
OLEANDER- One of the most popular of all specimen flowering plants. Choicest Mixed. Pkt. 4c.
OXALIS—Very pretty plants for the house, conservatory, rock- work and baskets. Selected Mixed. Pkt. 150 seeds 3c.
PALMS—For decorating the greenhouse, lawn, piazza, parlor, dinner-table, etc., they have no equal. Easily grown from seed. Soak in luke-warm water and plant in light, rich, warm soil. Choicest Mixed. Pkt. 15c.
PASSION FLOWER—An elegant, easily grown climber. Beau- tiful for windows. Magnificent as an out-door summer climber. Choicest Mixed. Pkt. 5c.
CHINESE PRIMROSE (Primula Sinensis)—Unequaled as winter bloomers. Easily grownfrom seed. Prized for their beauty and delicate fragrance. Superfine Mixed. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c.
RHODOCHITON (Volubile’—The prettiest of all climbers. Easily grown. Pkt. 20 seeds &c.
SMILAX—Well known and popular climber. Invaluable for decorative purposes. Pkt. 60 seeds 5c.; 14 0z. 30c.3 oz. 50c.
VIOLET—Don’t forget to include this favorite in your order. Splendid Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c.
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HARDY PHRENNIALS.
All hardy plants which live in the garden year after year, blooming every spring orsummer. Many varieties bloom early in the spring when the garden is almost destitute of fowers. Wegive below such varieties as we make a specialty of growing: Culture Sow seed as soon as ground is
warm and weather settled, in good, light, rich soil nicely prepared. Transplant to permanent position when large enough. You will be well repaid for giving the beds a good mulching every fall and covering with straw or litter to pro- tect them.
ADONIS—Autumnalis—Handsome hardy plant, one foot high, blood red flowers. Pkt. 6c.
ADONIS—Vernalis—Fine border plant with yellow flowers. Pkt. 6c.
ALYSSUM — Saxatile—Lovely; very hardy plant, which isa mass of bright orange blossoms during May. PEt. 4c.
ANEMONE—Earliest of spring flowers; hardy plant with many colored blossoms. PEt. 8c.
ARABIS—Hardy free bloomer, useful for rock work, edgings, etc. Pkt. 7c.
AURICULA—Improvement over the old “French Cowslip."" Prize mixture of choicest varieties Pkt. 8c.
BOCCONIA—Japonica—Showy plant 4 to 7 feet high. PEt. 8c.
CANDYTUFT, or Iberis Sempervirens—Unequaled for cemetery work, being perfectly hardy. Color of flower, white. Pkt. Bc.
CANDYTUFT—Snow Crest—Similar to above. PEt. 4c.
CANTERBURY BELLS, or Campanula—Handsome plant with large bell-shaped flowers. Double mixed colors, finest strain. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. Single mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c.
CEDRONELLA—Cana—Hardy evergreen plant bear ing a profusion of crimson salvia-shaped flowers. Pkt. 4c.
CHRISTMAS ROSE—Elegant variety, blooming in December out of doors, regardless of ice and snow. Pkt. 5c.
CLEOME, or Spider Flower—Deep purple flowers with extra long stamens. PKt. 100 seeds 4c. COLUMBINE, or Aquilegia—Extra fine double
mixed colors; plants grow 2to3 feet high. Pkt. Bc.
COREOPSIS—Lanceolata—Hardy, well-known plant, bearing a profusion of golden yellow flowers. Pkt. 7c.
FOX GLOVE-—Splendid mixture of all the finest colors. Pkt. 200 seeds 4c.
FRAGRARIA—indica—Hardy creeper from India, with small red fruit and yellow blossoms. PEt. 3c.
GAILLARDIA— Grandiflora—Continuous bloomer. Allcolors finest mixed. PEt. 7c.
GOLDEN ROD—The national flower. Selected seed.
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HIBICUS—Hardy Hybrids—Bears an abundance of enormous flowers of light color, with distinct eye. Height 2 feet. Pkt. 5c. HOLLYHOCK—The indispensable, well known flower. Very imposing for \ wn back-grounds, sereens, ete. Seeds planted early will blossom in Sep- Nj (TAD tember. ‘qnyp Onn Double White—Pure and true. Pkt, 8c, (i) yr Double Magenta—Iine bright color. Pkt. 8c. “ yi (2) DM; Double Lemon—Pure bright lemon color. Pkt. 8c. 4 Double Pink—Very delicate and pretty. Pkt. 8c. Double Black—Very rich dark color. Pkt. 8c.
Double Mixed—Very choice, embraciug over twenty different varieties. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c,
IRIS—Kaempferi—Mixed doubl or single. Pkt. 10c. Germanica—Fine mixed. Pkt 10c. Siberica—Mixed colors. Pkt. 10c.
LARKSPUR, or Delphinium—Stately growing, bearing immense flowers. Height 18 inches. Choicest mixed all sorts. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c,
LINUM—Perenne—Very beautiful hardy perennial. Mixed Colors, Pkt. 8c,
PAEONY—Well known plants which should be in every garden. Choicest f selected seed. Double Mixed Colors, Pkt. 12c.
PENSTEMON—fverblooming variety of great beauty. Choicest seed, mixed colors. Pkt. 5c,
}DIANTHUS PINKS—Atropurpurea—Fine dark red. Pkt. 6c, Double Brilliant Red—Very attractive. Pkt. 6c, Crimson Bell—Crimson flower of immense size. Pkt, 5c. Double Snowball—Tlinest white in existence. Pkt. 4c. Double Imperial—Great variety of colors. Pkt, 4c. Double Diadem—Colors range from crimson purple to black purple. vt f'04 i;
Pkt. 6c. The Bride—White flowers with crimson center. Pkt, 5c. Laciniatus—Fancy fringed—single mixed. Pkt. 4c. , t | Striatus—Large double striped flowers. Pkt. 5c, f AM Mourning Cloak—Ilowers double velvety black, tipped with white. ILLI
Pkt. 5c, NS SSW A) Dwarf Fireball—Brilliant double red flowers. Pkt, 4c, RNY » RS Double Japan—Very double with deeply fringed petals. Pkt. 4c, : hs Heddewiggii— Double—Fiinest double, choicest mixed. Pkt. 5c, Heddewiggii—Single—Finest mixed colors. Pkt. 4c.
Plumarius or Pheasant’s Eye—The old fashioned Grass or Clove Pink. Unsurpassed for showiness. Large Pkt. 5c.
Eastern Queen—Beautifully striped flowers. Pkt. 5c, Chinensis—Double China mixed. Pkt. 4c.
Rockford Favorite Mixed—Comprises over 50 of the choicest Chinese and Japanese varieties. Pkt, 8c.; 4% oz. 40c.; oz. 75c,
PLATYCODON—Grandiflora—Often bears 100 blossoms at a _ time. Choicest Mixed Colors. Pkt. 6c,
SEDUM—Pretty plant with star-shaped blossoms. Mixed Colors. Pkt. 4c. “YON 9,
UW SNAP DRAGON, or Antirrhinum—Tom Thumb—Best dwarf mixed. 2X23 << Pkt. 300 seeds 4c.
Se y pi Lisi) ING Tall Mixed. Pkt, 300 seeds 4c. f} Si —-_ ST ((
SWEET ROCKET—Hardy perennial. bearing its blossoms in clusters. mt) Finest Mixed, Pkt. 150 seeds 4c,
SWEET WILLIAM—Single Mixed—Finest varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c. Double Mixed—Choicest varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c,
THRIFT—Beautifnl foliage plant bearing fine bright pink flowers in Wy Y, iW)
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clusters. Large Pkt. only 5c. TRITOMA—Known as ‘‘Red Hot Poker Plant,” also as ‘‘Torch Flow- ) er.’’ Spleudid orange red flowers. Pkt, 5c, i) WALL FLOWER—Peautiful plant 1% feet high, bearing its blossoms Y in spikes. Finest mixed. Pkt. 5c,
WN : 1) YUCCA—Filamentosa—Fine evergreen-like plant, with bell shaped Nj
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Everlasting Flowers
LOWERS which never fade. Unsurpassed for winter decoration, and
may be made up into bouquets, baskets, vases, etc. Seed to be sown as soon as ground is warm and weather is settled, in good, rich soil, and thinned out or transplanted to 12inches apart. The flowers should be cut as soon as they come into full bloom, tied im small bunches and dried slowly in the shade with ‘ho heads downward, to keep the stems straight.
ACROCLINIU M—Flowers pure pearly white, or an exquisite soft, clear shade of pink, with bright golden centers. Half hardy annual Height, 1 foot.
Mixed Colors—Very fine. Pkt. 4c. ape Double Mixed Colors—Larger and fuller than the above.
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AMMOBIUM, Alatum—Flowers pure white and very double. Hardy annual. Height, 2feet. Pkt. 3c.
GOMPHRENA, or Globe Amaranth—Remove cottony covering before planting. Plants bear great quantities of clover-like blooms and uo attractive buds as well. Tender annual. Height, 2 feet. Finest mixed.
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HELICHRYSUM— Often called the “Eternal Flower.” Very hardy, blooming until late autumn. The white and light colored varieties color easily, and are often dyed in shades not otherwise obtainable in Everlast- ings, and used in wreaths, crosses, and other emblems. Hardy annual. Grows 6 inches to 2 feet high.
Monstrosum—Brightest colors, very large, mixed. Pkt. 4c.
Golden Ball—Rich, golden yellow; new. Pkt. Te.
Snow Ball—Beautiful, pure white. Pkt. 7c.
Dwarf—Finest mixed. Pkt. 4c.
RHODANTHE-Retains its brilliancy of colors for years. Tender annual. One foot high. Best mixed. Pkt. 4c.
XERANTHEMUM-—Leaves covered with a silvery down; flowers are of the prettiest-colors. Hardy annual. One foot high. Choicest mixed. t. 4c.
Special Mixture of Everlasting Flowers.
A single packet will give in abundance a great variety of the most attractive Everlasting Flowers. My “‘Special Mixture’’ contains the above and the cream of all other varieties. Liberal Pkt. 10c., or 3 pkts. for 25c.
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Varieties of Everlasting Flowers.
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Ornamental Grasses
HE Sverlastings would be quite useless without their setting of soft, pretty grasses in winter bouquets and other ornaments. A!! are useful for cutting for summer bouquets, as wel! asdrying for winter, or for dyeing. ae same culture, etc., as for Everlasting Flowers will apply to Ornamental rasses.
AGROSTIS, Nebulosa—Elegant fine feathery variety. annual. Height, 18inches. Pkt. 3c.
AVENA, Sterilis—Often called Animated Oat. A fine variety. Hardy annual. Height, 30inches. Pkt. 4c.
. BROMUS, Brizaeformis—Handsome variety, with beautiful droop- ing panicles. Hardyannual. Height, 18 inches. Pkt. 3e.
BRIZA, Gracilis—Beautiful variety, with small graceful racemes. Hardy annual. Height, ]2inches. Pkt. 4c.
BRIZA, Maxima—1—Often called Quaking Grass. Very orna- mental variety, with large racemes of beautiful rattles. Hardy annual. Height, 18inches. Pkt. 3c.
CHRYSURUS, Cynosuroides—4—Magnificent variety, with yel- lowish feathery spikes. Hardy annual. Height, 12 inches. PKt. 4c. PE Lacryma—Often called Job’s Tears. Well known favorite.
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_ERIANTHUS, Ravennz—Fine as Pampas grass. Tender annual; 80inches high. Pkt. 4c.
__ EULALIA, Japonica Zebrina—Often called Zebra Grass. Mag- nificent variety, with striped leaves. Hardy perennial. Height, 5 to 6 feet. Pkt. 12c.
GYNERIUM, Argentium or Pampas Grass—2—Mazgnificent ornamental grass, producing numerous flower stems surmounted by plumes of silver inflorescence. Half hardy perennial); 10 feet high. Pkt. 5c.
HORDEUM, Jubatum—Often called Squirrel-Tail Grass. Very fine. Hardy annual. Height, 18inches. Pkt. 4c. :
ALLAGURUS, Ovatus—Often called Hare’s-Tail Grass. Splendid variety. Hardy annual. Height, 18inches. Pkt. 3c. :
PENNISETUM, Longistylum—Soft, fuzzy flower heads of great beauty. Hardy annual. Height, lsinches. Pkt. 7e.
STIPA PENNATA, or Feather Grass—3—An exceedingly graceful sort. Half hardy perennial; i2inches high. Pkt.4ec.
TRICHOL ENA, Rosea—Most beautiful rose tinted grass. Hardy annual. Height, 12 inches. Pkt. 4c.
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Splendid Mixture of Ornamental Grasses.
Contains seeds of the above named varieties and many more of the finestsorts. Liberal Pkt. 10c., or 3 pkts. 25c.
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Varieties of Ornamental Grasses.
SPHCIAL FLOWER SHED MIXTURES.
Many persons derive pleasure from watching the growth of a varied bed of flowers entirely out of the usual trim garden style, while others desire a much more extended collection than their means will permit. To both of these the following special mixtures will prove exceptionally desirable: ; Tall-Growing Annuals. Embraces seeds of many of the handsomest annuals, none less than 1 foot high and many growing to5 and 6 feet high. Liberal Pkt. 8c.; 4 oz. 25c.: oz. 40c. : Mixture of Foliage Plants. : Annuals which are grown almost exclusively for their beautiful’ variegated silver, golden or bronze foliage. Liberal Pkt. 8ce.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c. Low-Growing Annuals. This mixture contains seeds of the greatest number of low-growing annuals ever blended. Few .3) exceed 4 to 6 inches in height. ‘ Liberal Pkt. 8c.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c. = Flowers for Bouquets and Baskets.
Seeds of annuals producing flowers suitable for cutting for vases and for bouqnets, as well as for baskets. Liberal PKt. 8c.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c. >
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Carefully prepared from seed of fragrant flowers only. Liberal Pkt. Sc.; ¥ Wy oz. 25c.3; oz. 40c.
Mixture of Evening Bloomers. \ This mixture is composed of annuals which bloom late in the afternoon and t 2.) during the evening. Liberal Pkt. 8c.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c. Mixture of Climbers. Seeds of many beautiful annual climbers. Liberal Pkt. 8c.; 14 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c. Everlasting and Ornamental Grasses. All the annual varieties of each. Liberal Pkt. Sc.; 1 oz. 25¢.3 oz. 40c. Mixture of Biennials and Perennials.
Great variety contained in this mixture. Liberal Pkt. Sc.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c.
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These mixed flower seeds embrace more than a hundred yarieties of such easy growing and pretty flowers as are suitable for forming a wild flower garden. Liberal Pkt. 8c.; 4 oz. 25c.; oz. 40c.
~ All of the above mixtures are carefully prepared from choice, fresh seeds, and cannot fail to give satisfaction. 3 The packages are liberally filled, and in no other manner == can so many seeds be obtained for such small cost.
+ ORNAMENTAL GRASSES. BUCKBEE HAS MORE GENUINE NOVELTIES OF MERIT THAN ANY OTHER SEEDSMAN.
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THE HARDY MEMORIAL ROSE.
(ROSA WiICHURAIANA.) For Use in Cemeteries It is dificult to conceive anything more appropriate, beautiful and enduring for
covering graves and plots in cemeteries than the Hardy Memorial Rose, It creeps
along the ground almost as closely as an Ivy, growing 10 feet in one season, and forming a dense mat of very dark green, lustrous foliage. The Flowersare produced in lavish profusion, in clusters, on the ends of the short side branches, after the June Roses are past, from the first week in July throughout the month, and sparingly throughout the season., They are single, pure white, with a goiden yellow disc, 5 to 6 inches in circumference, and have the strong fragrance of the Banksia Roses... The contrast between the satiny white of the petals and the golden yellow dise is sharp and pleasing and is one of the distinctive charms of the beautiful Hardy Memorial Rose, and they fairly cover the entire plant when in bloom, amass of great snow-flakes with the rich, dark green showing here and there. But its use is not confined to Cemeteries. Planted in the Rose garden, alone or among other Roses, and trained upright to a stake, it may be from 8 to 6 feet high, as desived, and it will send sprays of flowers drooping downward, making the prettiest sight imaginable. It is largely used throughott the famous park system of Boston for covering rocky slopes, embankments and such places as it was desired to cover quickly with verdure. It quickly adapts itself to all conditions of growth, whether barren soil, rocky ledge, fertile garden, shady nook or sun-kissed slope, and no more fitting piace cap be found for it than running through the grass. 10c, each; larger plants 25c, each,
GRAND SPECIAL PRICE.
The Hight New and Rare Varieties quot- edon this page worth from 25 to 35c. each. Your choice for only 10 cents each; 1,00 per doz. Larger plants 25c. each,
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A : Paes and will grow ins Be sure and include our Giant Hardy Paeonies in your order. See page 128. ees eae
Never before have I been able to sell these superb hardy plants at so low a price. The most gorgeous of all hardy spring flowers.
A New Race of Roses, Hybrids of Rosa Wichuraiana.
Double White Memorial Rose, Manda’s Triumph—This is the gem
or shade.
about 14% inches in diameter. The blossoms are, if anything, more
of this excellent collection and may well be called the Double Memo- rial Rose, as it preserves the color of the parent, with its character- istics of growth and foliage, but the flowers are double and very fragrant. They are produced in clusters of from twelve to eighteen flowers in each cluster on small side shoots, literally covering the plant and standing well above the foliage, giving a very graceful ap- pearance. This variety will be valuable for all purposes, whether for trailing on the ground for cemetery use, growing on fences and gate posts, boundary walls, or as specimens in pots or tubs.
Double Pink Memorial Rose—(UNIVERSAL FAVORITE)—A fit- ting companion to the aboye, identical in growth, but with perfectly- formed double flowers 114 to 2 inches in diameter, of a soft light pink. and very fragrant.
Evergreen Gem—Illowers double, yellow, buff in bud, opening to almost white, 2 to 3 inches in diameter; perfectly double, and with a delicate Sweet Brier fragrance.
Gardenia—Buds bright yellow, open flowers cream color, and 3 to 314 inches in diameter: delightfully fragrant.
South Orange Perfection—This variety is similar to the preceding ones in growth. It has double flowers, soft blush changing to white,
freely produced than on the preceding, and are more double; perfect rosettes in shape. This is a very pretty variety and entirely dis- tinct from the others.
Jersey Beauty—Flowers single, 8 inches in diameter, pale yel- low, covering the plant entirely; very fragrant.
Pink Roamer—This variety shows undoubted traces of descent from the Sweet Brier, both in the color and the shape of the blos- soms and in its exquisite fragrance. The growth is much stronger than the preceding. The single flowers are over 2 inches in diam- eter, a bright rich pink, with a large silvery white center and orange red stamens, producing a most charming effect. This variety, from its artistic appearance, will undoubtedly be very largely plant- ed in parks and large private grounds. The fragrance is not the least charm of this beautiful Rose. and we believe that eventually will become one of the most valuable productions of recent years.
The Double Varieties will unquestionably make grand pot plants for the greenhouse or conservatory, and can also be used as climbers, and we believe that the white variety will eventually take rank with the Crimson Rambler and form a splendid contrast to it.
All these Roses were certificated by the New York Florists’ Club and the New York Gardeners’ Society. Manda’s Triumph received the Silver Medal as well, and was certificated wherever shown.
NOTICE—THE LARGER ROSES WILL BE SHIPPED BY EXPRESS AT BUYER’S EXPENSE.
108 H. W. BUCKBEE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS.
AND NEW ROSES
SPECIAL OFFER—The four Grand New Roses, well worth $1.90, for only 50c postpaid.
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LIBERTY—New Hardy Ever-Blooming Rose—The color is magnifi- cent rich, fiery ruby, with deep crimson tones in the depth of the flowers. Petals are covered with a rich, velvety bloom, like those of Gen. Jacqueminot. Fragrance is delightful, all-pervading and refresh- ing, the crowning glory which alone would suffice to give it a high place among fine Roses. teceived medals and certificates at all horticultural exhibitions. Worth 50c.; my price, 20c,
ETHEREAL—tThe Crystal White Tea Rose—Best white Rose in i the world. This beautiful Rose has not only a royal name, but it is a royal Rose as well. We have white Roses that have elegant j buds, but when full blown are not all that is desired. Then again, ' we have white Roses that are elegant when full blown, but have poor buds. This Rose combines both these good qualities. It is a continuous bloomer, producing successive crops of buds and flowers in the greatest profusion. Buds are very beautifully formed, with large petals of best substance. It shows no center when fully open; color pure snotvy white; and when you add a rich perfume, coupled with a vigorous growth, whut more could you ask? An easy winner over all competitors in its color. Worth 50c.; my price, 20c. | : 3 t
LADY DOROTHEA—New Ever-blooming Tea Rose—A new and beautiful Tea Rose, with which we are highly pleased; valuable alike for foreclng under glass for Winter flowers and outdoor bedding in Summer. The color is a deep saffron yellow, flesh and peach-pink; very fragrant. One of the most profuse bloomers we have ever grown. One hundred flowers and buds counted upon a single one-year-old plant. Worth 50c.; my price, 20c.
MAID OF HONOR—Ever-Blooming Tea Rose—Color is a rich, glow- ing pink, much darker than Bridesmaid and a stronger grower; flowers cerefully made, after fashion of Bridesmaid; produced on long, stiff stems; free bloomer, hundreds of flowers and buds on single plant;
LADY DOROTHEA. fragrant. Worth 40c.; my price, 15c.
MAGNIFICENT MAMMOTH FLOWERED ORIENTAL RAMBLER ROSES
(See painting from Nature of these Wonderful Hardy Roses on outside back cover page of this catalogue. )
10 ooo Blossoms produced on a single Plant. You can imagine the effect of these wonderful 3 varieties when in full bloom. They are as hardy as an oak and the wonder of all roses. Last Easter large plants sold in New York at $10.00 to $50.00 each.
These New Climbing Rambler Roses are the sensation of the day, and well they may be, for they are indeed a marvel. Originating in Japan, they may well be considered the latest and best contribution from the ‘‘Flowery Kingdom’”’ to the gardens of the world. They are perfectly hardy in the open ground and will grow eight to ten feet in a season. Are ever-bloomers, continuing from early Spring to late Fall, the flowers appearing in large panicles of wondrous beauty. The flowers when cut last two weeks in water, and fully a month on the bush. which is a perfect mass of bloom at all times. They can be grown in various ways, either as pillar Roses or trellis Roses, and for covering a wall they have no equal. :
Beautiful Crimson Rambler—Color rich crimson, like blood-colored velvet. Golden Beauty Rambler—Color deep, decided golden-yellow.
sane Pearl Rambler—The color of the flower is pure shiny rose; the half-open bud Is a brilliant light carmine, making a strong and effec- tive contrast.
Diadem Rambler—Color a most beautiful pure white without a blemish.
SPECIAL OFFER.
Fine Plants 15c each, set of four postpaid 50c. Larger plants 30c each. The set of four only $1.00 by Express at purchaser’s expense. Extra size plants 50c each, or the set of four only $1.75 The larger and extra size plants shipped by express at buyer’s expense.
THE FINEST HARDY CLIMBING ROSES IN THE WORLD.
IF YOU LOVE FLOWERS, PLANT ROSES.
Queen of the Prairie—A great favorite; strong and rapid grower. flowers large and globular, of a bright red color.
Marechal Neil—Grandest of all golden-yellow Roses. Flowers superb, of extra_large size, double and deliciously fragrant.
Empress of China—(The Apple Blossom Rose). Attaining a height of 15 to 25 feet in a single season. Produces hundreds of handsomely-formed buds and flowers; color soft dark red, changing to lighter red or pink, like an apple blossom. ,A great Rose. It will
please you.
Carmine Pillar—aA large single Rose; color a glowing, glistening carmine pink. Very fine and attractive.
Baltimore Belle—One of the best hardy climbers. nlush variegated carmine. Hardy everywhere.
Tennessee Belle—Strong, vigorous, graceful grower. bright, beautiful pink. Perfectly hardy everywhere.
Greville, or Seven Sisters—I‘lowers varying in color from light pink to crimson. Hardy everywhere.
Mary Washington—Named by the ‘‘father of his country’’ in honor of his mother. Flowers large, pure white and very double. Its fregrance is tinged with that old-fashioned musky flavor.
WORTH 50c, MY PRICE 10c EACK; $1.00 PER DOZEN. EACH; $2.50 PER DOZEN.
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Reine Marie Henrietta—Extra large, finely formed flowers; very full and double, borne in clusters; color glowing crimson.
Climbing Wootton—Strong, free grower, it produces in most wonderful profusion its superbly-formed flowers, which are bright magenta red, passiag to violet crimson, richly shaded and very fragrant.
La Marque—Pale canary-rellow, almost white; beautiful buds, large, full flowers. very double and sweet.
Climbing Meteor—It is a free, persistent bloomer, produc-
in great profusion magnificently-formed buds and flowers which
prolar are dark velvety crimson, the equal of any Rose in vation,
LARGER PLANTS BY EXPRESS, AT BUYER’S EXPENSE, 25c
DON’T FORGET TO INCLUDE BUCKBEE’S WORLD’S FAIR LAWN GRASS IN YOUR ORDER.
FIGHT
Worth 20c,, my price 10c. each, except where noted. THESET OF 8, Larger planis
POSTPAID ONLY 75c. by express 25c. each.
La Princess Vera—The flowers are large, finely made and open beauti- fully; when fully open there ap- pears to be a flower within a flow- er, so perfect is the form. The eolor is a rich ivory white, shaded aud veined with fine coppery yel- low and delicately penciled with pale blush. Worth 25c,; my price 15c, each.
Perle des Jardins—The one Tea Rose which you cannot do without. It has absolutely no weak point. The color is faultless whether the waxy petals show the rich cream tint of cool weather or take richer golden shades which a warmer sun gives them. The foliage is very thick, glossy and dark.
Bridesmaid— (TEA) —This exquisite new Rose is a sport from the old favorite, Catherine Mermet. The Bridesmaid retains all the good qualities of its parent, and is sim- ilar except as to color, which is two shades darker. It is a valu- able acquisition.
The Bride—Decidedly the best pure wh.te Tea Rose. The buds are very large, very double and of beautiful form, carried high and erect on bright smooth stems. Would grace arf, bride in her wed- ding robes. Unsurpassed for puri- ty of color.
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de Wootton—Bright magenta red, passing to fine violet crimson, richly shaded. [lowers large, full and regular with thick velvety petals and delicious tea scent. Makes beautiful buds, an immense
bloomer and a glorious Rose ia Y every way. Si a ly WEY : Z B, Varonne—Superb extra long UPS Ss pointed buds; flowers large, vase : ays i> og shaped, full and double. Color is es, AK IOS —~ intense scarlety crimson, very rich a) ee = oy and bright, and is beautifully a EAN shaded with salmon yellow or buft =| BARD N : rose at center, very fragrant.
Worth 25c.; my price 15c. each.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria—Asg hardy as a Hybrid Perpetual and as free blooming as any Tea Rose. It is celebrated the world over for its elegant, large, pointed buds and large full double flowers. The color is a _ delicate, creamy white, deliciously fragrant. 156, each, ¥
Niphetos—I consider this one of the very best and most satisfactory in the list. The superb extra long pointed buds are exceedingly beau- tiful, the flowers are extra large and double. The color is a beauti- ful glistening snowy white; strong, vigorous grower and will produce bloom without end.
Choicest Ever-Blooming Roses.
ALWAYS IN BLOOM. BEAUTIFUL BEYOND DESCRIPTION.
Worth 20c., my price 10c. each,
noted. plants by express 25c. each.
White Maman Cochet—This is a superb va- riety, and to see it in bloom one is Iost to find words to express its wonderful beauty. Color a beautiful snowy white, sometimes faintly tinged with the slight-
est suggestion of pale blush. Magnificent buds and flowers which are marvelously beautiful in their perfection. It has the
vigor of an oak.
Mad. Schwaller—Blooms in large clusters; large globular flowers; fine salmon rose, finely edged with violet carmine; highly perfumed; a strong healthy grower; very profuse bloomer and a high-class variety in every respect. 15c. each.
Mme, Abel Chatenay—A great rose of ex- traordinary merit. A free and constant
bloomer, with flowers of good size, rosy earmine with darker’ shadings. Full, double and of splendid substance. 16c.
each,
Mad. de Watteville—(THE TULIP ROSE)— The color is a remarkable shade of creamy yellow, richly colored with rosy blush; the petals are large and each one widely bordered with bright crimson, which gives it a very striking and beauti- ful appearance. The flowers are large, very full and highly perfumed. Fine for all purposes. A very profuse bloomer.
Golden Gate—A glorious Rose. Full and double, extremely beautiful buds. Color is creamy white, exquisitely tinged with rich golden yellow and clear rose. One of the most strikingly beautiful varieties ever of- pered flowers of large size and freely pro-
uced.
Mad, Joseph Schwarts—A lovely Tea Rose. Extra large, globular flowers, very full and Sweet, pure white, tinged and shaded with pale yeliow and rosy blush, very fragrant, Strong, healthy grower, profuse bloomer.
The set of 8 only 75c., postpaid.
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CHAMPION OF THE WORLD.
IT WILL PAY YOU to examine my grand
novelty plant premiums on first page.
BUCKBEE GIVES VALUE RECEIVED EVERY TIME.
EVERY VARIETY WILL GIVE POSITIVE SATISFACTION.
Beauty Inconstant—A Rose. ers of good size and deliciously fragrant. The point of excellence in this Rose is that a plant in bloom shows flowers of different colors; some will be yellow, others light
new ever-blooming This is a pure Tea Rose, with flow-
tawny, or coppery yellow, buff, saffron, pink and light and dark crimson. It is a beautiful sight to see a plant in bloom, bearing many _ different colored Roses, Price, 15c. each.
Champion of the World—This is the grand- est of all new Roses. It is claimed that one plant of it will produce more flowers during the year than ten plants of any Tea Rose. Always in full bloom. Plants which have bloomed all summer in the garden may be potted in the autumn and will bloom profusely all winter in any window. Blossoms are perfectly double in the center, good shape both in bud and bloom, while the color is a deep, rosy pink, darker and richer than Hermosa—a shade of the delicate richness that is seldom Seen. It is very large for an ever-bloomer and is as fine as La France or the best Hybrid Perpetual. Has a delicious frag rance. Though a perpetual bloomer it is very hardy and robust as an oak, and is the most healthy Rose extant. 15c, each; LARGER PLANTS, 35c, EACH,
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‘BEST HARDY HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES
ROSES THAT LIVE FOREVER. FLOWERS OF LARGE SIZE AND DELIGHTFULLY FRAGRANT.
Alfred Colomb—Justly celebrated as-one of the very finest; extra large round flowers, very double and full. Color is a clear cherry red, passing to bright crimson.
American Beauty—It is a vigorous grower and a free bloomer. In color the flowers are of a rich shaded crimson, and are great keepers. Very large and double; exceedingly sweet.
Anna de Deisbach—The color is the most lovely brilliant carmine; long pointed buds and large finely formed flowers, very full, double and deligatfully sweet.
Captaine Christy—Iresh delicate pink, with deeper shading in cen- ter of flower; beautiful.
Clio—The flower is of flesh color with a rosy pink center; large and globular; very hardy.
Coquette des Alpes—A lovely pure white Rose; very full and free in
2 flower; delicious fragrance.
Duke of Edinburg—One of the finest dark red Roses known; very fragrart.
General Jacqueminot—The best known hybrid perpetual in existence. Buds of a’ bright and shining crimson, very rich and velvety, ex- eeedingly brilliant and handsome.
Giant of Battles—Fine, large, double, rich, red Rose; fragrant.
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Glorie de 1’ Exposition Bruxelles—Large, perfectly double, bright erimson, of velvety texture.
Glorie de Margottin—Rich dazzling red; one of the most brilliant of all Roses.
Mad. Alfred de Rougemont—Pure snow white flowers finely tinted With pale rosy blush; large, full aud double, very fragrant. Mad. Chas. Wood—Color bright, fiery scarlet; passing to fine rosy
crimson, elegantly shaded with maroon.
Mad, Plantier—This iron-clad yariety is as hardy as an oak. It bears thousands of snowy white, fragrant Roses and is unequaled where a hardy white Rose is needed.
Magna Charta—Large, full flowers, very double; fine form and sweet; color clear rosy: red, beartifully flushed with violet crimson; a profuse bloomer, extremely hardy.
Marie Bauman—One of the very best dark red Roses.
Paul Neyron—Deep, shiving Rose, very fresh and beautiful, flowers of mammoth size. The buds always develop fine and it is a strong grower.
Prince Cemille de Rohan—Rich, deep velvety crimson, passing to in- tense maroon, shaded black, flowers are large, handsome and freely produced.
Fine Plants, postpaid, 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents; 6 for 75 cents; $1.25 per dozen. Larger 2-Year-Old Roses, by express at buyer’s expense, 30 cents each; $3.00 per dozen.
PERPETUAL MOSS2~ROSES
PERFECTLY HARDY.
Blanche Moreau—The flowers. which are borne in clusters, are very large, full, sweet and of perfect form. They are pure waxy whitein color, and daiutily framed in the most exquisite deep green moss.
Henry Martin—The ground color of this exquisite Rose is a “rich glossy pink, richly shaded with the most beautiful tint of crim- son toward the center. The flowers are of large size, of globular form and very full and double. Flowers and buds are furnished with an abudance of fairy-like moss.
STRIKINGLY BEAUTIFUL.
DELIGHTFULLY FRAGRANT.
John Cranston—This elegant variety completes my set of Moss Rose beauties. - When you have planted a waxy white and a dainty pink Moss Rose, then you will only lack my superb red to make your vollection complete. This Rose combines the good quali- ties of the other Moss Roses, and is the most beautiful deep glowing crimson imaginable. The flowers are of large size and perfectly double, borne in the greatest profusion. An exception- ally grand variety.
20 Cents Each; the Set of THREE for Only 50 Cents.
BUCKBEE GIVES VALUE RECEIVED EVERY TIME.
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SELECT 1S TOF CHARMING MONTHLY EVER-BLOOMING ROSES.
The very best in their class. Every variety is a gem. They are censtantly in bloom, and will give extreme Satisiaction.
WORTH 20c.; MY PRICE 10c. EACH.
Any 3 for 25c. postpaid. Larger plants 25c. each
by express.
ANTOINE RIVOIRE—Handsome Rose; of vigorous, hardy growth. Large camelia-shaped flowers. Color rose flesh on a yellow ground shaded with a border of crimson. The monstrous flowers have been exhibited 5 inches in diameter. A remarkable. variety of? good worth.
COMTESSE DUSY—Flowers are exceedingly large, full, deep and double; magnificently formed; the color is a :pure satiny white; a strong, Vigorous grower and a free bloomer. Be sure’ to try this variety. :
GENERAL DE TARTAS—Carmine, shaded violet purple; ‘one of the very finest Roses known. :
WHITE—BOUGERE—TD lowers are exceedingly large, full and double; i ~~ S G S : long stiff stems, bearing throughout the season in great’ abund- 2 : +e y HAM. SW ance; the color is pure ivory white. Y \ Z ”
COQUETTE DE LYON—tThe color is a pure canary yellow; flowers are exceedingly large, finely formed, deep and double; the buds are exceedingly graceful; a stroug, vigorous and constant bloomer.
ETOYLE DE LYON—Rich golden yellow; strong, hardy, vigorous grower; the flowers are very deep, rich and full; it is surely one of the most beautiful Tea Roses produced.
ISABELLA SPRUNT—BPribht canary yellow, very handsome grower, and a constant producer.
QUEEN’S SCARLET—A constant and profuse bloomer; color rich, velyety scariet, very brilliant and striking; an excellent hose for bedding or pot eulture.
MARIE GUILLOT—The Queen of Roses. The color is pure, snowy white, sometimes faintly tinged with pale yellow. ‘The flowers are magnificently made, extra large, iull and double; very fragrant.
BON SILENE—Very vigorous; blooms in wonderful profusion the year ‘round; beautifully formed buds of a rich carmine shade. LA FRANCE—One of the finest Roses known. Color a_ beautiful
changeable silvery pink; very fragrant.
SAFRANO—It grows vigorously and produces a continuous crop of flowers the year ’round; quite hardy. The color is a pure apricot yellow, changing to orange and fawn, sometimes tinted with rose; very vigorous.
YELLOW MERMET—Color a beautiful deep sulphur yellow; very hardy grower, and produces en abundance of bloom.
VALLE DE CHAMOUNIX—A [ose of great fragrance, color change- able yellow, tinged with pink and crimson, distinct and beautiful.
CHRISTIAN DE NUE—The flowers are large and handsome, buds long and finely pointed; color clear rich maroon or deep purplish quickly and abundantly, The flowers are very prettily made, red; center sometimes streaked with silvery white. The petals while the buds are exceedingly handsome. 5 hy are finely imbricated and flowers deliciously sweet. HERMOSA—An excellent Rose: biooms in large clusters;-large, very
SOMBRIEUL—Pure white, edged with silvery rose a strikingly beau- double and fragrant; color beautiful clear rose; a constant bloom- tiful variety. “er, Hardy. One of the best.
FIVE FAMOUS SOUPERT ROSES.
ABSOLUTELY HARDY. BLOOM CONTINUOUSLY.
8 CENTS EACH. Special Offer Set of Five Roses for 35c.
NEW PINK SOUPERT—The flowers take their form from Chlotilde
Soupert, and in color a deep Hermosa pink. It is a continuous bloomer, each branch terminating with a cluster of flowers. Single plants, when but 6 months old under ordinary _ treatment, often produce 50 perfect flowers. . Blooms splendidly in open ground and is hardier than Chlotilde Soupert.
CHLOTILD&: SOUPERT—It is impossible to do this fine sort justice by description. It is of the Polyantha type, but larger and very double, and the flowers appear in such enormous clusters that they are really large panicles of bloom. Color, fine pearly white, shaded with lovely soft pink in the center,. It blooms freely when plants. are small, and continues in the greatest profusion. Will stand in the open ground over winter with a slight protection of straw or leavyes.. Be sure to order this variety. A particularly handsome Rose, always greatly admired.
MINIATURE—This is the smallest of all Roses, but of perfect form regular, compact, fairy-like flowers, fully double and very fra- grant. Flowers in wreaths and clusters seem to cover the whole plant; color cream rose, flushed red. Be sure to include this loye- ly Rose in your order.
MAD, CECIL BRUNNER—« very lovely Rose in every respect. Flowers larger than most of the others, perfectly double and of the most exquisite fragrance. Color a beautiful rosy pink on a rich. creamy white background. A rapid grower. MIGNONETTE—A splendid variety, one of the very best . Wull, finely formed flowers, perfectly double and highly perfumed. Color clear pink. passing to white, tinged with pale rose. A profuse bloomer and. very valuable.
Larger plants 20c. each. Sam The Larger Roses will be shipped by ex=-
press. See page 2 of this catalogue. Plants by express at buyers’ expense.
PRINCESS DE SAGAN. DUCHESS DE BRABANT—Rosy pink, edged with silver; a constant and profuse bloomer; one of the most satisfactory varieties known. -PRINCESS DE SAGAN—This is a Rose .of great. value; and beauty; the color is rich velvety crimson, brilliantly beautiful; blooms
A FORTUNE QUICKLY MADE BY PLANTING BUCKBEE’S SEEDS.
FINEST DOUBLE VARIETIES.
15 Cents Each. Special Offer—Set of Six for 75 Cents.
BEGONIAS
for 1903 Snow Bird—White. Legion of Honor—Soft, beautiful double yellow. are the Flamingo—Dazzling double red. FINEST Fortuna—Clear delicate double pink. ae Royal Red—Mammoth double scarlet; grand exhibition variety. EVER GREW.
Lael—Clear soft pink, beautifully shaded.
KING Of REX BEGONTAS,
REX BEGONIAS.
15 Cents Each. Set of Six only 75 Cents.
Ming of Begonias—Of a beautiful metallic luster. Center and edge a soft velvety green, with a broad silver zone terminating at the point. There is no handsomer plant,
Queen Victoria—Solid silvery leaf of crepe-like texture, reddish veins, em- broidered margins, and fluted reddish edge.
Siebold—Dark reddish green center, very broad; light metal band, this bordered with light shade of green; beautifully mottled.
Edward Pynaert—An elegant discolor Rex, of fine, upright growth, and very beautiful bright coloring. Very showy.
Bronze Beauty—One of the very choicest varieties, of a beautiful com- bination of velvety green and bronze.
Golconde—One of the showiest; broad irregular zone follows the form of the leaf, terminating in a point; edged with very dark green; red yelyety stems.
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FINEST SINGLE VARIETIES.
10 Cents Each. Special Offer—Set of Six for 40 Cents.
Empress Eugenie—A beautiful single yellow.
Mme. Berdeau—An exquisite soft single pink.
Madame Andrea—Choicest single scarlet: 2 grand variety. Ida May—A dainty pure single white.
Madame Carnot—Fine single silvery white. Princeton—Larze single red, beautifully shaded.
EVER-LOOMING BEGONIAS.
10 Cents Each, Except Where Noted. Set of Eight only 75 Cents.
Emerald—Leaves bronze and green. Flowers beautiful pink, 15c.
Erfordia—Rich glowing rosy salmon.
President Carnot—Flowers rich coral red, large and beautiful.
Dew Drop—Clear snowy white flowers, always in bloom.
Argentea Guttata—Handsome glossy leaf, dotted with white, flowers pure white.
Sandersonii—Bright waxy red; fine.
Vernon—Wakxy white and pink.
Scandens—Beautiful pink trailing variety.
NOTHING SO REDUCES EXPENSES OF LIVING AS A GOOD GARDEN.
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JAPANESE SNOWBALL. A Sight to Behold. Grand Beyond Description.
7s Japanese varievy of the old-fashioned Snowball is one of the most valuable of all hardy shrubs. It forms an erect, compact plant 6 to 8 feet in height, blooms in June and for a long time the plants are filled with hundreds of big snowy balls that glisten with ethereal whiteness like gems in the sunlight. One of the grandest and most strik- ing of all hardy decorative plants. Well worth 50c.; my price is 15c. each.
Larger plants 25c. to 35c. each, shipped by express at buyer’s expense.
New Lemon Yerbena.
UNIVERSAL favorite and invaluable for its fragrant leaves, so graceful when mixed with bouquets. They will re- tain their fragrance for years when dried. As a plant for the garden or for pots it is equally valuable, its fine sprays of foliage, with its delicious fra- grance, making it always de- sirable for bouquets, etc. They flower profusely, and eacl plant in good, rich soil will cover a space of 3 to 4 feet in diameter, producing, if thc Qa, blooms are removed as soon ag they begin to fade, a mass Of, bloom continually. This plant ~ is well known and is very easy eT } to grow. Admired by all fot HAN i its unrivaled splendor and 4 Nt ) brilliant beauty. A plant that (ARAN A uA) ih iy NW is necessary to every collec- HN \ N \ Mh AK ANN } He My iN tion. You should include it in DPA \ ISAM AER AS your order. Strong and THE NEW HARDY JAPANESE SNOWBALL. healthy plants only 10c.each.
THE NAPOLEON CLIMBER.
HW greatest novelty among climbers. Most certainly will this greatest of all members of the Cinnamon Vine family reach a
summit of pdpularity that will overshadow its rivals. This charming climber has a history that is really interesting.
When Napoleon Bonaparte was in the height of his reign, all nations bowed to his conquering power. Many sent him costly
presents and souvenirs almost without end. Among the latter, a province of China sent a bulb of this valuable climber, which
- was highly cherished by Napoleon, and the original may be
ea dadledbasaidinsdddddééda seen growing at Versailles by all who may chance to visit the favorite residence of the great French Emperor.
The plants are very nice for sill ornaments, or any out- door purpose, where a climbing vine can be used to good advantage. ‘They are perfectly hardy, the stem dying down every autumn, but will grow again early in the spring, and so rapidiy as to completely cover any trellis or arbor very early iu the season. The vines often run 25 feet or more, and when trained over and above a door or window make an ornament ZZ much admired, while its many clusters of delicate white
= 4 flowers send out an amount of fragrance that is truly wonder- ) ful, and the aroma to a great degree resembles cinnamon, which, to say the least, is very pleasing. The cordate foliage his exceedingly pretty, being of a glossy green hue. The Na- Apoleon climber, though easily grown, will fully reward any f extra attention given it. Soil should be very light and rich, and the plant mulched thoroughly every fall. Fine roots, that will bloom this year, grown from stock secured from “original” at Versailles. 10c. each. Extra large roots, 20c. each.
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MAMMOTH EVER-BLOOMING WHITE CALLA—One of the grandest, most majestic of all Callas, THE SET OF being a great favorite everywhere. Its foliage alone makes it desirable as a decorative plant, being of
LARGE perfect form with large, stately leaves of a bright green color, giving it a tropical appearance. Add to
ULBS Cc. this its profusion of superb white flowers, yielded throughout the season, and you have a ylant you
may well be proud of. My select stock is adapted for pot culture everywhere; also for aquariumis, etc. Try this beauty. Strong bulbs which will please you. ldc. each; 3 for only 40c.
TRUE LITTLE GEM—The pet of all is this new and beautiful miniature Calla, growing only about S inches high. It is indeed a beauty, completely enveloped, as it is, with its regal white blossoms, throughout the entire season. It is as easily grown as the other Callas, and will be a constant delight to you and your fricnds. Be careful of sputious stock. Send to me for true, fine bulbs. ldc, each; 3 for only 40c.
NEW SPOTTED LEAF OR BOUQUET—A great favorite everywhere, each plant being a veritable bouquet in itself. Ic is of the dwarf, compact, bushy habit, producing a mass of amazingly beautiful leaves, and an abundance of small, pure white Callas, so small that they serve admirably for corsage bouquets. Foliage is deep green, covered with innumerable white spots, giving the plant 2 magnificent appear- ance. Fine bulbs lic,; 3 for 40c.
WONDERFUL BLACK CALLA, OR KING SOLOMON’S LILY—tThis grand new variety is the wonder and amazement of all. Comes di- rect from the ‘‘Holy Land.’’ The magnificent flowers are sweet scented, and often measure more than a foot in length by 5 to § inches in width. The inside color is of the richest velvety purplish black imagineble, while the outside is of pleasing green. The center spadix rises to a heigth of 10 to 12 inches and is of the depest black. The foliage is of solid texture, rich, deep green, and elegantly reticulated. True original stock, strong, well-grown bulbs, 20c. each; 3 for only 50c,
SPIREA Reautiful hardy shrubs of easy cultivation, rapid growth, furnishing an abundance of beautiful flowers.
NEW CRIMSON SPIREA, Anthony Waterer—tIt outshines all the Spireas in bril- lianey of color, a bright crimson, and is a persistent bloomer; bearing continuously large clusters of lovely bloom throughout the summer and autumn. Fine plants l5c.
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Very hardy, flowers pure white and _ borne profusely in long sprays the entire length of branches; a beau‘iful floral wreath is made at once by bending and ty- ing the ends of branch. One of the most beauti- ful hardy shrubs in ex- istence. Fine plants 15c, each; 2 for 25c.
ORANGE TREE.
(Otaheite Orange.)
A grand new andhardy Orange. This is the most & hardy of the Orange fam- ily ana wii stand our northern climate with little or no protection, and is also a _ grand plant for pot culture, where it blooms and fruits freely. It 1s very dwarf and symmetrical in its growth. Order one of these little beauties and enjoy the sweet fragrance of the orange blossoms as they are upon the tree. The oranges are a sight that is inspiring as they hang among the green leaves. I have grown a large stock of clean, healthy plants that will bloom and fruit at once. 10c. each; larger plants, 5c.
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Large Flowered French and Italian CANNAS The Latest Creations. The Finest Varieties.
IN BEAUTY of growth, grace, dazzling coloring of flowers, which are exquisitely striped and spotted, rich in various hues, soft yet brilliant—all these charms coupled with their easy culture, have marked them the most popular of all summer bedding plants.
j Cf, Souvenir de Mad. Nardy—Height 5 feet. Dark green foliage. Flower
“ae ¢ spikes extra large and long, every flower showing distinctly. Color is a rich, dark yellow, covered with blotches of bright crimson, making a most beautiful and striking variety. Worth 40c.; my price, 15c.
Mandarin—Six feet. Large, handsome bronze leaves. Carries flower stalks well above the foliage, and with its large and well-shaped flowers makes a grand sight. The flower is a pure yellow. Worth 40c.; wy price, l5c.
Red Indian—Four feet. Dark bronze leaf, strong, robust grower, send- ing up numerous flower stalks well above the foliage, each stalk earrying from 5 to 6 flowering spikes. Color deep scarlet; petals large ard rounding. ‘The bronze foliage and searlet flowers make a grand effect. Worth 40c.; my price, 15c,
Chas. Henderson—Four feet. Deep crimson, yellow flame at throat. One of the most striking bedders ever produced, always in bloom and strictly first-class in every respect. Worth 20c.; my price, 10c.; $1.00 per doz.
Alemannia—Six feet. The flowers are enormous and surpass in size even those of the Canna, Austria. Outer petals searlet, with a broad yellow border, inside scarlet and red. Worth 20c.; my price, 10c.; $1.00 per doz.
Queen Charlotte—lour feet. A fine new variety from Germany; claimed to be the finest introduction up to date. The enormous flower spikes, towering grandly above the foliage, bear a beautiful
bouquet of large flowers of perfect
form, with petals of velvety grenade blood red, banded with border of
Saraey yellow. 15¢e, each; $1.50 per
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Alphonse Bouvier—live feet. Color bril- Jiant crimson, almost scarlet when it first opens, changing to a deep, daz- zling crimson as flowers develop. The shoots flower three or four times in succession, a large plant having as miany as 40 clusters at a time. 10c. each; $1.00 per doz.
Burbank—Tive feet. The flowers when fully expanded measure 7 inches; in eolor they are rich, clear canary yel- low, having very large petals with fine crimson spots in center of the flower. Worth 25c.; my price, 15c.; $1.50 per doz,
Grand Rouges—lIour feet. Handsome red foliage, flower striking beautiful red, always in bloom. One of the very best Cannas grown. Worth 25c.; my price,10c.; $1.00 per doz,
Monsieur Jarry Desloges—Iour feet. Dark green foliage. Flower spikes are rumerous and extra large; the petals are long and rounding, color a rich, dazzling scarlet orange. Worth
Souv. de Antoine Crozy—Three and one half feet. Flowers dazzling crimson- searlet, bordered with golden yel- low. One of the finest varieties known. 10c. each; $1.00 per doz.
Maiden’s Blush—Three feet. Color, soft foliage. Strong grower. Flowers light rose-pink of extreme beauty, one of the rarest and most beauti- ful varieties known. 15c. each; $1.50 per doz.
Maiden Blush—Three feet. Color, soft, beautiful rose-pink, very delicately shaded. One of the most hardsome . varieties ever offered. Woliage rich green. 15c, each; $1.50 per doz.
Rosewan—Three feet. Green foliage, strong grower. TI lowers highly col- ored deep rose-pink, a very attrac-
live and striking variety. ide, 50c.; m rice, 20c,
each; $1.50 per doz. Oe aed Italia—Five feet. Newest orchid-
flowered Canna. Single flowers
measure § inches across. In size and brilliancy of flowers, in mag- nificence of growth of foliage, this new departure in Cannas has not been equaled. The flowers of Italia are indeed of extraordinary beauty. The ground color of -the flower is golden-yellow, the three upper seg- _Ments being heavily blotched with two shades of scarlet. The lower segment is the widest, being thus - enticely distinct from other Cannas. This and the fifth segment are bright scarlet, edged with golden yellow. In growth this Canna is majestic. Re- markably free bloomer and stands hot weather better than other Cannas. 15e, each; $1.50 per doz.
Mile, Berat—Five feet. Green foliage. It is a soft shade of rosy carmine. A hed of this variety is simply superb in its rare coloring. Worth 25c.; my price, 15c,; $1.50 per doz.
Souv. du Pres. Carnoft—Five feet. Distinct variety, commanding attention wherever seen. “looms are of extra size and a cross in color between a rich orange and bright red, favoring the latter. The foliage is rich bottle green, overspread with deep plum. 15c. each; $1.50 per doz,
Florence Vaughan—l'ive feet. Undoubtedly the finest sent out; color rich golden ; yellow, spotted with bright red; flowers of great substance and perfect 7 form, borne in large heads and in the greatest profusion. 10c. each;
$1.00 per doz.
Austria—Six feet. The largest flowering Canna in the world today. Single flowers measure S inches across. An entirely new and distinct strain of Cannas, the production of which was certainly never expected. In size of flower, in vigor of growth, in grand effect, Austria is not equaled by even Italia, its companion plant. Planted out early in the season, Austria begins to bloom when only two feet high, and immediately sends forth a large number of side shoots in rapid succession, so that in July a single plant has produced from 15 to 25 enormous flowering stems, towering 5 to 6 feet in
le : } ¥ N Po TRIPP \\ height, densely packed with immense musa-like foliage, which resists sun and YY . :
wind with impunity. The flewers, of which there are 20 to 30 on a single shoot, —- \_N ere the Jargest of ary Canna known, Measuring, when extended, over § inches across. SA. KW wWG\ \ The color is a pure canary yellow, the purest yellow of any large flowering Sx ) \\SX4N \ Canna known, merely two of the segments being slightly spotted with crimson E Yy WY Worth 25¢,: my price, 10c,; $1.00 per doz. SSA
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The Set of 6 worth $1.50. My Price only 75c.
Mrs. Potter Palmer—An ideal shade of scarlet, exquisite fragrance. The plant is an easy grower, producing an abundance of flowers on strong stems 30 inches long. A magnificent Carnation. Werth 25c.; my price 15c.
Golden Beauty—Bright golden yellow with pink mark- ings, a high-built handsome flower of large size, the most productive yellow Carnation. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Queen Louise—A great favorite and considered by many to be the freest blooming white Carnation-in existence. A choice variety of fine form and white as driven snow. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Mrs. H. N. Higginbotham—Beautiful light salmon pink. One of the most delightful Carnations ever offered. Flow- ers of large size with perfect calyx and strong stiff stems. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Gaiety—The best of all variegated Carnations. White with broad scarlet stripes. The flowers are borne in great profusion, the plant making a vigorous growth. It has a stiff, wiry stem. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Gov. Wo!cott—A grand new white, very fragrant. This is a truly wonderful Carnation and one of the most up-to- date varieties in every respect. Strong grower and free bloomer. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
The Paradise Collection Postpaid. The Set of 6 worth $1.30. My Price 50c. Any 3 for 30c.
THE $30,000.00 CARNATION—Mrs. Thomas W. Lawson— This is the sensational ‘‘Lawson Pink,’’ tor the original stock of which $30.000.00 was paid. It has been fully de- seribed in many newspapers throughout the country. En- tire stock of cut blooms of this truly wonderful Carnation have been sold by Mr. Galvin, of Boston, for two years, at from $3.00 to $5.00 per dozen. It is one of the largest dark pink Carnations at the present time. Fine plants. Worth 25c.; my price 15c. each.
Bon Homme Richard—One of the most free blooming va- rieties ever offered; color clear snowy white; flowers are very striking and fragrant; stems long and stiff. First-class keeper. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each.
President Roosevelt—Brilliant cardinal maroon, 2% inches in diameter; fine stems 24 inches long. Strong, vigorous grower; very healthy; habit perfect; always in bloom. The color is magnificent, fully as rich as the cardinal flower. Worth 25c.: my price 15c. each.
Ethel Crocker—A perfect wonder; large, bright, glowing pink, with excellent calyx and stem; strong, vigorous grow- er; very free bloomer. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each.
America—A fine, large. light colored scarlet; strong grow- er; free bloomer. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each.
Mrs. Francis Joost—A beautiful soft shade of pink, very fragrant, wonderful bloomer; flowers large, a high class variety. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
C Dwarf hardy Pinks, bearing double flowers of rich colors. and possessed of the New Hardy Garden Pinks clove scent. Plants winter better if protected. 8c. each; the Set of Six for 40c.
Stanislaus—Violet rose. deep crimson center.
Her Majesty—The flowers of this fine variety are of large size and of the purest white; very fragrant and borne profusely on stout, erect stems, 12 inches long.
BUCKBEE'S CARNATIGN SEEDS AND
Juliette—White, laced crimson.
Laura Wilmer—White, purplish maroon center.
Souv. de Sale—Delicate soft pink; very large,of fine form. Souv. de Boule—Large pure white; very fragrant.
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Mrs. F. J. Taggart—The most pleasing shade of yellow yet produced. One of the largest Chrysanthemums, fine in every way. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Mrs. Coombes—An enormous reflexed rose pink, with broad petals. A big advance in pink Chrysanthemums. Worth 25c.; my price 15c. :
Petaluma—aA great curiosity, quilled petals resembling a bunch of needles. Color a beautiful shade of light bronze. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
T. Carrington—Japanese incurved of great size. Color, magenta with silver reverse, a fine variety. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Brutus—Bright red shaded with orange. Broad flat petals, extra good grower with fine foliage. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Mrs. J. F. Trantor—This variety is conceded by experts to be one of the finest Chrysanthemums ever raised. An enormous Japanese, color soft blush. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
SECOND SET OF SIX PRIZE WINNERS.
Worth $1.20. My price 50c. Any three for 25c.
Intensity—A large reflexed brightcrimson, very double, oneof the very finest. Worth 20c.; my price 15c. i Col. D. Appleton—A very large, bright, deep yellow, incurved; of fine finish and form. Worth 20c.; my price 15c. each. Timothy Eaton—The great prize-winner. Pure white, of the largest possi- ble size, grand. Worth 20c.; my price 15c. each. Mrs. Elmer D. Smith—One of the finest yellow Chrysanthemums ever in- troduced, beautiful clear yellow of immense size. Worth 20c.; my price 15c. each, Lavender Queen—A new color, decidedly distinct from any other in commerce. being a soft shade of lavender pink. Under artificial light is identical with the light colored orchids so much admired by all. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each. White Bonnaffon—Color pure white, extremely beautiful. Foliage large and very dark green. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each.
| SECOND SET OF SIX HANDSOME VARIETIES. | Worth $1.20. My price 50c. Any three for 25c.
Kate Brocmhead—The best bronze Chrysanthemum, easy grower, a prize- winner everywhere. Worth 20c.; my price 15c. Orizaba—A delicate pink Japanese incurved, strong grower, good stem and foliage. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. Black Hawk—Very large dark crimson of great beauty, long strap petals. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. | SG a | Fee du Champsaur—Pure white Japanese flower with long, broad petals always a prize-winner. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each. f Idavan—Very large Japanese incurved, lower petals are delicate pink and the center creamy white, very handsome. Worth 20c.; my price 10c. each. Nellie Pockett—Color pure white, large, irregular Japanese variety from Australia. a gem. Worth 25¢.; my price 15c. each.
NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
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At Chicago, Illinois, before the Chrysanthemum Society of America, and Horticultural Society of Illinois, THE LARGEST PRIZES FOR Also winner of the SILVER CUP for
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The set of EIGHT PLUMED VARIETIES worth $1.60, my price 7Oc.; any three for 25c.
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Beauty of Truro—A changeable glisten- ing purplish bronze. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
Golden Hair—Bright chrome yellow, suf- fused amber, petals broad ane incurved. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
L’Enfant des deux Mondes—Magnificent large glistening white. Strong grower. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
Mrs. C. B. Freeman—Color varies from vellow to bronze, a handsome and striking variety. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
_Mrs. Higginbotham—A large, rich bright pink, extremely beautiful. Worth 20c.; my price 10c.
Queen of Plumes—Very double, of amost beautiful shade of bright pink, one of the
flower and very heavily plumed. Worth 25c.; my price 15c.
Leocadie Gentils -—Anextremely handsome yellow. Color is bright and pure, a grand va- riety. Worth 20c.; ES y my price 10c. \\\
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Charmer—(Single)—The grandest of all winter bloomers. Tube and _ sepals waxy carmine. Its clusters of long, drooping, tube-like, brilliant flowers, and very large, green foliage give it a most striking and beautiful appear- ance. Five thousand flowers have been counted upon a single plant. Worth 15c.; my price 10c.
Trophee—(Double)—Violet blue corolla; very dark rich red sepals, waxy lustre. Plant of fine form, easy to grow, con- tinually in bloom. Positively one of the grandest varieties ever offered. Worth 15c.; my price 10c.
Carmeliata—(Double)—A decided acqui- sition to the Fuchsias. Plant is of a dwarf habit, forming round, beautiful shaped bushes, completely covered with exquisite flawers. Foliage is small— exceedingly pretty and waxy. Flowers are of mammoth size, elegant form and exceptionally handsome coloring; a beautiful combination of white and coral red. The sepals are prettily re- flexed, giving an additional charm to this grand Fuehsia. These flowers have been grown to the size of a small tea cup and-are so full of handsome blooms as to resemble a perfect ball in shape. You will be amazed at the rare qualities possesseu by this magnificent Fuchsia, for w rds cannot convey half the beauties of this floral gem. Never out of bloom. You will find it even necessary to remove some of the buds, at times, or the Draiches will break
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Pres. F. Gunther—(Double)—A grand variety with immense double flowers. Light prune corolla; rich red sepals. Color new and distinct. Produces thousands of flowers. Worth 15c.; my price 10c.
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Trailing Queen—(Single)—Nothing is so pretty as a pot suspended in a win- dow filled with luxuriant foliage and bright blossoms. This new Fuchsia never grows erect, but always trails down or over the side of the pot. Ro- bust and easy to grow, the branches reaching a length of four or five feet, blooming nearly the whole year. Flow- ers and buds long and graceful, of a bright, rosy scarlet. 10c. each.
Beauty of Exmouth—(Double)—The lar- gest of all Fuchsias. Very distinct in its rich, dark coloring. The flowers are of enormous proportion, very dou- ble and broad, of great substance; well reflexed, tube and sepals of beautiful coral red, while the corolla is of the very richest violet shade imaginable. A plant of this variety in full bloom presents a picture never to be forgot- ten. 15c. each.
Pres. Carnot—(Double)—Enormous dou- ble corolla of a rich violet purple with velvet refiex, with most beautiful car- mine sepals. One of the grandest of all Fuchsias, and is very striking from the immense size and _ beautifully marked flower. 10c. each.
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NEW IMPERIAL GLOXINIAS—GLOXINIAS are certainly among the handsomest of our summer flowering plants, presenting as they do, such a yariation of rich and exquisite coloring, equal to the orchid in novelty and beauty. The flowers are of handsome shape and large size, and a great variety of colors that are velvety in the depth and richness of shading. The flowers often measure 3 inches in length and 2 in width, and are upright and pendulous. They succeed well with ordinary care, and should be grown in a moderately shady place, as the sun burrs the foliage when wet, causing brown spots to appear. Plant bulbs in a mixture of light loam, manure and sand, equal parts, giving but little water until signs of life appear. You will have a succession of bloom from June to September, and words cannot de- seribe the rare beauty of these flowers to one who has never seen them. When done blooming, dry gradually, and keep in pots over winter in a wari place.
SPECIAL OFFER. 10c. each; 3 for 25c.; 12 for $1.00.
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1 Orchid Flowered Gloxinia Bulb. 1 New Comet Plant. 1 Giant White Scented Snapdragon. 2 Giant Flowered Tuberose Bulbs, 2 Orchid Flowered Gladioli. 20 Spring Flowering Bulbs. : The 27 Bulbs and Plants, worth $1.00, delivered free by mail for only 50c.
SNAPDRAGON. GIANT WHITE SCENTED,
Always in bloom. This remarkable new plant has in one season Jumped to foremost place among choice win- ter blooming plants. No novelty in our greenhouses has attracted the at- tention or received the praise equal to this. It is a perpetual bloomer, compact and branching in habit, send- ing up flower spikes by the dozen, 1 to 2 feet in length, almost: as large and beautiful as Gladiolus, Color pure white, with lemon tinged throat and lovely fragrance. Flowers keep two weeks after being cut. It has created a sensation in the New York flower market. Fine plants only 15c, each; 2 for 25c.
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_NEW COMET PLANT—(Acalypha Sanderii)—The most unique flowering plant of the century. Fluffy, trailing, tail-like blossoms, soft crimson scarlet. It is difficult to conceive any- thing more nnique, more pleasing, or more satisfying than this new plant fresh from the Orient. It is easily grown, and must become immensely popular. There is nothing approaching it, with its soft, crimson scarlet, fluffy tail-like blossoms 20 to 30 inches long on specimen plants. We have it growing in our greenhouses, and it has been the admiration of all visitors. Try one or more of these very beautiful plants, which are al- ways in bloom. Large plants 15c. each,
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NEW AND MAGNIFICENT GLADIOLUS.
Dazzling In Splendor,
Culture—Gladioli are of the simplest culture. Plant at any time from April to July, in any fairly good soil, well spaded. Set in rows 3 inches apart, or in masses 6 inches apart each way. Plant in full sun, if possible, and keep down weeds. They bloom from July to October. After fall frost, lift the bulbs and after removing the tops let them dry 2 or 3 weeks under cover. After removing the roots store them in a cool, dry place, away from frost, for planting the following spring.
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NEW GIANT GLADIOLUS.
(Gorgeous Colors and Mar- velous Markings. Flowers Size of Tea Plates.)
This new race of extraordi- nary beautiful Gladiolus rep- resents the perfection of this genus since its introduction. The flowers have reached enormous dimensions, often 7 to 9 inches across, far sur- passing any others and much resembling Orchids of the brightest hues and most cur- ious designs. Every color known among Gladioli is rep- resented, and many never before seen, many having beautifully mottled and spot- ted throats, made up of white, crimson, pink, yellow, etc., of unsurpassed beauty. New Giant Mixed Gladiolus 10c. each; $1.00 per doz.
ORCHID, or Rainbow Gladiolus.
(Extraordinary Beautiful Gladiolus.)
This new race represents the grandest achievement in the perfection of this genus since its introduction. The flowers are marvelous. Con- tain all the colors of the rainbow and glisten in the sunlight. The blossoms are of enormous size, often being as large as tea plates, freely produced on long graceful stems.
Choicest Mixture of bulbs which are well worth from 20c. to 40c. each, my price 15c. each, 4 for 650c., 12 for $1.25.
GLADIOLUS—SNOW WHITE.
Pure snow white, the only pure white Gladiolus in ex- istence. It also has large, well open flowers, and an enor- mous spike of the most per- fect and beautiful shape. (See cut.) 10c. each; 3 for 25c.
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Gorgeous Beyond Description,
A Pertect Rainbow of Colors.
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GLADIOLUS CHILDSI.
SPECIAL OFFER: 10 Cents Each; Set of 5 for 25 Cents,
Columbia—Light orange scarlet, freely hictched and penciled, with blush pur- wie. Throat freely marked and mot- tled. oe
Mohonk—A strong, rank grower; flawers of large size and great substance; deep
dark pink with spotted throat; shaded ==
orange and flaked with maroon.
Mrs. Henry Ward Beecher—Beautifal—-
deep rosy crimson; large, well opened fiower with white throat, freely marked~ and spotted with bright carmine.
Wm, Falconer—Spikes of great length and flowers of enormous size. Light pink and blush, two delicate shades, freely mottled and intermixed; throat= spotted with crimson and white.
Henry Gillman—Deep salmon scarlet with pure white bands through each petal. The throat showing the peculiar spot- ting and mottling of this class. =
IF YOU LOVE FLOWERS, PLANT BUCKBEE’S GLADIOLUS, Buckbee’s &2"¢, Gladiolus.
The following are sorts which can be depended upon to give good results; each variety is the acknowledged leader of its color:
African—Black crimson, with pure white blotch on throat, the dark- est colored of all. 10c. each. Chameleon — Compact spike, color a rich combination of slate, orange, white and violet, odd. 10c. each. Duchess of Edinburgh —Purplish rose, car- mine stripe on lower petals. One of the finest. 15c. each.
Grand Rouge— Enormous spike of largest flam-
ing scarlet, the
finest of its color. 20c. each.
Isaac Buch- anan—(Golden
Sceptre)—Clear
canary yellow.
10c. Lord Byron—
Brilliant scar-
let with a pure white blotch. 10c.
Martha Wash-
Ington — Fine
spikes, light yel- low, lower petals tinged with rose. 10c. each.
May—White ground penciled with crim- son. 10c. each.
Meyerbeer—Bright scar- let, flamed with vermil- icn. 10c.
Octoroon—A beautiful shade of salmon pink. 15c. each. President Lincoln — Blush-white,
9 e e Buckbee’s American Gladiolus. brightest and most varied colors, white, yellow, pink, rose, VARIETIES, PREPAID BY MAIL FOR 75c.
blush, intense scarlet, carmine, violet, striped, blotched, Lemoine’s Butterily Hybrids e
variegated, etc. Mixed—This mixture is made up of named sorts, which
All Colors, Mixed, 4 bulbs for 10c....,..... 25c. $2.00 were imported from the originator. The remarkable rich- American Hybrids, Mixed........... ..... 5c. 50c. 3:00 ness of the colorings of this class rival the finest Orchids. White and Light Varieties, Mixed......... 8c. 30c. 2.25 5c. each; 40c. doz.
Striped and Variegated Varieties, Mixed.. 3c. 30c. 2.25
Kelway’s Choice Hybrids, Grown from stock of the Celebrated English Hybridizer, produces immense spikes in great variety of coloring. 5c. each; 50c. per doz.
Pink MVaricties; Wlixed scene emanate SSS SS Red and Scarlet Varieties, Mixed (3 bulbs for 10c.) 30c. 2.25 Yellow Varieties! Mi Exedise sce ceiete cieriscle as) 4c.
Searlet and Pink, with White Throats..... 5c. 50c. 3.00
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| All Postpaid at Prices Stated. | HIT : - be . suffused with bright rose. 10c. each. Shakespeare — A fine variety, white, slightly suffused with carmine rose, large rose blotch.
10c. each. This selection is made up from splendid named varieties, SPECIAL OFFER ONE EACH OF THE ABOVE TWELVE GRAND
Time and Money Wasted When You Plant Poor Seed. Get Buckbee’s Seed and Save Trouble.
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which are round and large, often two and one-half inches in diameter, and contain three distinct shades, yviz.: red, white and blue, the colors
contained in our national flag, from whence it derived its name.
Blue.” of its high-colored charming beauty. these Gergniums.
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The grandest and most unique floral novelty ever offered, and certainly the most remarkable and distinct single Geranium ever introduced to the public. great sensation wherever shown, on account of the many distinct colors in the individual florets,
Star Spangled Banner has made a
I sincerely believe it is destined to be cherished in ‘‘the land of the free and the home of the brave,’’ like that glorious old flag, ‘‘The Star Spangled The plant is a strong, vigorous grower, thriving well in almost any situation, a remarkably free ever bloomer, producing quantities cause unbounded surprise and astonishment to all Notwithstanding its rarity, it will be sold for 25c. each.
Banner.”’ “Three cheers for the Red, White and
who have been fortunate enough to behold its Every patriotic home in the land should have at least one of
NEW LARGE FLOWERING SINGLE GERANIUMS.
SUNSHINE SET. Special Ofier: THE SET OF SIX POSTPAID ONLY 50 CENTS.
Glorie de Mirabel—tust the color of My Lady’s Velvet Gown; large, full trusses of rich velyety scarlet; extremely choice in every way. l5de,
Peach Blossom—aA lovely peachy pink, with carmine veinings, grow- ing darker toward the center. Qne of the finest. 10c.
Mad. Protee—Color, violet lake; base of upper petals marked with white. 10c.
Mar, de Layre—Pure pearly white, large florets, Plant of fine, bushy, free-flowering habit. beautiful variety. 10c.
Gl, de Poitevine—One of the roost handsome scarlets known: of large size; the plant is a bold, bloom. 15c.
Bonnie Christine—Fine, large flowers, color an exquisite, deep rose- pink, most interesting and penetrating, attracting attention a long distance. 15c,
Sweet Scented Geraniums 10c. Each, 3 for 25c. for Only 40c.
Large Loaf Rosc—Indispensable in the formation of bouquets. Mrs. Taylor—Fragrant foliage. I lowers scarlet magenta. Nutmeg—Highly scented; a yaluable variety.
Small Rose—One of the finest fragrant sorts.
Dr. Livingston—Deliciously fragrant. A splendid variety. Lemon—Lemon-scented, 2 grand variety.
very striking. A very distinct and
trusses free grower, and always in
The Set of 6
RAINBOW SET. Special Offer: THE SET OF SIX POSTPAID ONLY 50 CENTS.
J. R. Lowell—Enormous flowers of beautiful, deep, flaming salmon eolor, constantly in bloom. 15¢.
Crimson Queen—Beautiful, bright rosy crimson. One hundred and nine trusses and buds haye been counted upon a single exhibition plant. This variety will astonish all who grow it. 165e.
Madonna—An exceedingly pretty and dainty variety of fine habit. Flowers are of a lovely pale pink color, delicately penciled with deeper shade. Florets are unusually large, and the trusses are of immense size. 10c,
Purity—White as the driven snow, large trusses, a perpetual bloomer. 15c. Baron de Scalibert—Salmon pink. blotched with white, shading to
deeper pink toward the center of floret; luxuriant cluster. 10c. Miss C. Moline—Wonderfully attractive, light, single salmon of rare beauty, always in bloom. 1bce.
Tri-Colored Geraniums Only 10c. Each. The Set of 2 for Only 15c.
Mad. Salleroi—Foliage green, edged with white, Snow Storm—Center of leaves bright green, edged with white.
NOTICE THE WONDERFUL BARGAINS in Cannas, they will surely give you great satisfaction.
OUR CHRYSANTHEMUMS will please you, they have been first at the leading Flower Shows for years.
BUGKBEE’S GERANIUMS ALWAYS GIVE PERFECT SATISFACTION.
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The Grandest and Most Striking Varieties Ever Offered.
Bedding or Window
Culture.
No Flower Can Surpass Them for Show or Satisfaction.
Flowers are of Large Size and Freely Produced—
Don’t Fail to Include These Beautiful Plants in Your Order.
SPECIAL OFFER—The Set of Six Postpaid Only 50 Cents.
PARIS SET.
Alphonse Ricard—The giant among Geraniums. One of the best bedding Geraniums of all varieties. The plant re- bounds with vigor; foliage strong, striking and of per- fect habit. Color of the flower is a bright orange red of most pleasing shade. The flowers are absolutely perfect in shape, color and make-up; trusses exceptionally large, and borne in immense spherical balls, often measuring 12 inches in diameter. It makes a compact, dense growth and has all the qualities that go to make the perfect bedder that it is. Fine also in pots. It is of semi-double type, the most striking of all, only the double form takes place near the base of the petals, allowing them free de- velopment and at the same time showing the semi- double type. 15c. each.
Jean Viaud—Very large blooms borne in large trusses; color bright, rosy pink with distinet white blotch in center; the best pink geranium yet introduced. 15c. each.
Mme. Carnot—Clear bridal white, individual floret, very large, habit compact, free bloomer, a perfectly charming variety. 15c. each.
Glorie de France—White shaded bright rose, each petal marked with strong lines of carmine lake, a changeable color of rare beauty, one of the very best. 10c. cacn.
Pres. V. DeBois—Florets large as a pansy, of a most beau- tiful shade of rosy pink, underside of petals a light sal-
mon pink. Immense trusses. A charming variety. 15c. each.
Double Guinea—The very latest shade in golf red, very striking. Produces fine, bold trusses all through the season; also desirable as 3 pot plant. 15c. each.
BUCKBEE’S GRAND GERANIUMS.
SPECIAL OFFER—The Set of | LONDON SEP. si pestoaia onty 50 Cents
Mad. Jaulin—Entirely distinct color in the Bruanti type. Center of flower very delicate pink bordered with fine white. The finest variety offered in years. 15c. each.
Gen. S. A. Nut—Flowers large and round, 2% inches in diameter, borne in immense trusses and produced with great freedom. The color is a beautiful, rich shade of rosy crimson; one of the very largest and finest of all double geraniums. 15c. each.
Gen. Millet—The most valuable double Geranium in exist- ence. Size of floret and trusses something enormous. Cclor rich deep scarlet, grand beyond description. For house and general decoration it is a beauty, and will replace all other varieties. 10c. each.
Brilliant Bliss—One of the most striking varieties ever of- fered; color a rich glowing icd, always in bloom, large trusses and beautifully formed. 15c. each.
Beauty Poitevine—Enormous flowers, aurora pink shading to bright salmon in center, the grandest of all light faney Bruants. 10c. each.
Red Bruanti—Fine large iiowers of a most intense and pen- etrating red; attracting attention even at a distance,
10c. each.
extremely handsome.
My Geraniums Always Produce a Profusion of the Most Gorgeous Bloom. Every Plant a Choice One.
ADMITTED TO BE THE BEST.
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MAGNIFICENT NEW IVY GERANIUMS.
This is my Great Special Bargain
Beale | REMEMBER Sales Every Variety a Perfect = eauty. wake Seca ae a Ua LECT” EARN TT
Worth 15c. each; my price 10c. each; any 3 for 25c.; or
The Set of 7 for only 50c.
Beauty of Jersey—NRich reddish purple; one of the largest and finest flowers in this class.
General Championnet—A grand variety of a beautiful scarlet color; the florets are of a fine rose form, of largest size, measuring 6 inches in circum- ference.
La Rosier—A decided beauty. One of the most prodigious bloomers, bearing trusses of large flowers of a most beautiful salmon pink.
Eden Marche—Rosy salmon shaded violet, always loaded down wilh bloom; a very striking and attractive variety.
Joan d’ Arc—The flowers are perfectly double, pure as snow, and literally cover the plant when in full bloom.
Souv. de Chas, Turner—One of the finest Ivy Geraniums ever introduced; florets 214 inches across; immense truss, 6 inches across; color’ deep bright pink, approaching scarlet; upper petals feathered with maroon; flower quite double.
5 Peauty of Castle Hill—Immense truss; large floret; color beautiful rosé; BEAUTY OF JERSEY. LA ROSTER. upper petals blotched; profuse bloomer; splendid grower,
The Czar—Dwarf-growing variety, with black stems and enormous panicles of dark velvety bloom, very vich in ‘color. lve. each.
La Giante—One of the finest among the
' deep purples. Flowers are of extra size, exceedingly fragrant and very beautiful. A great acquisition in every respect, val- uable alike as a pot plant or for outdoor eulture. 10c. each,
Le Glain—A beautiful, deep intense purple with a large glistening white eye,, mak- ing it very striking in appearance. The single florets often measure 4% inch in di- ameter, and are borne in immense truss- es. One of the most desirable-of all the Heliotropes in every respect. 10c, each,
Mireille—Floret of unusual size, of a deli- eate pearl shade, daintily edged with the palest shade of heliotrope. A good. grow- er and-vigorovs bloomer, possessing all the good traits that characterize a gen- eral favorite: -30c. each. Sere
Mad, Bruant—Very dark purple, with im- mense trusses -of flowers,~ delightfully fragrant. 10c. each. =
THE SET OF 9 VARIETIES ONLY 75c. POSTPAID. ANY 3 FOR 25c.
LEMOINE’S GIANT
HELIOTROPES.
The most exquisitely perfumed flower that blooms; their fragrance is almost intoxicating; constantly in flower; every- one falls in love with the new varieties.
La Duse—Most beautiful foliage— small, stiff and glossy; stems are quite uniform in height and sup- port enormous trusses of bloom that are semi-globular in form, making a great spread of color, which is blue shading to lavender; the odor is exquisite. 15c. each; 2 for 25c. ince Charmant—Handsome foliage, extremely free in bloom, color a lovely tint of bluish mauye; this variety has panicles of bloom of enormous size. Is dwarf and com- pact in growth anda. great ad- yance on older sorts. 15¢c, each; 2 for 25c. pein
Le Poitevine—Enormous florets com- pose the very large truss of bloom; color Mauve, violet and azure, with shadings of rose; a robust semi- dwarf grower. 10c. each, :
Czarina—Dwarf-growing variety; a deep indigo blue with white eye; enormous trusses measuring 12 in. across; of the giant type. 10c. each,
SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA. yy
This is certainly a most charming eyer-blooming plant of wonderful Vas \ : freedom of growth, and blooming the whole year through. Every shoot, y = AS soon as it attains the height of 6 inches, begins to send forth large spikes of ivory-white flowers, which resemble a ‘‘Roman Hyacinth.’’ The individual flower is fashioned after the ‘‘Sweet Pea.’’ Its lasting qualities as a ent flower are remarkable; will last several days when eut and placed in water. The eut flowers of this charming plant are in great demand, and during the past season sold readily for $1.00 to $2.00 per dozen spikes. Strong plants 15c. each.
Swainsonia Carminea—Grows with same freedom as Alba; the color is a beautiful carmine red. 15c, each,
Set of 2 Varieties only 25c. Pestpaid.
HONEYSUCKLE.
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The dear old Honeysuckle is never out of place at the rich man’s ~ , : f<-F J mansion or the poor man’s cottage. lor a cheap, hardy, robust yet = / fh | 2 lovely vine, it is the chief stand-by. Flowers exceedingly beautiful / i
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Colden Leaved—Maryelously effective. It bears innumerable sprays of the most perfect little leaves that are covered with a net-work of gold and green, often marked with pink also. The gold deepens at the tip of the sprays 1nd there is nothing finer to combine with corsage bouquets, whi-r * r trimming floral baskets they are the finest thing we know oc. <A strong grower with white blossoms. A unique vine.
Halleana—The best montily Honeysuckle, with dark green foliage, which keeps fresh and green nearly all the winter, and beautiful clusters of the sweetest-scented flowers that open a snowy white
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and turn a pale yellow. These flowers are produced in profusion ! MV ; from early spring until late fall. <A flne vine for a large trellis, or \ = to train at the end of a veranda, or oyer tall screens. SWAINSONTA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA.
THE PEQPLE’S CHOICE. BUCKBEE’S SEEDS.
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Perpetual
Flowering CLEMATIS
The Wonder of All Hardy Ever-Blooming Climbers. Extremely Graceful, every established plant producing hundreds and thousands of picturesque and strikingly beautiiul blossoms. The flowers are produced so freely that the exquisite green drapery-like foliage is completely covered with a periect mass oi bloom,
CULTUR Our plants are ready from March until June ist. As soon as plants are set out, shield them With wire netting, 2 feet high by 2 feet in di- ameter, completely encircling the plant. ‘he best way of growing Clematis is to dig large holes about 3 feet across and 2 feet deep, and fill in with fresh loam and well rotted ma- nure in the proportions of three-fourths loam and one-fourth manure. Place ore or more plants in the center of this hole and press firmly around roots; also place two stakes for plants to climb on, which they will do very readily after being tied once or twice and given a fair start. Give a medium supply of water, not enough, however, to sour the soil. Beautiful Jackmanni—A perfect beauty. In growing Clematis, plant Jackmanni and Paniculata first, then think of others. 5,000 blossoms haye been counted on a Single specimen plant, and I dare say when you have secured such a plant, that $100 in gold would not tempt you to sell it. Jack- manni is of rapid growth, early, abundant and continuous bloomer. Perfectly hardy and adapted to all kinds of cul- ture. In flower from middle of June to middle of October. The blossoms are of large size, intense royal velvety-purple when in full bloom, yarying through all the exquisite shades of yiolet; 6 inches across, richly veined and hand- somely shaded. The most striking and picturesque variety known. Strong field-grown 3-year-old roots, well worth E $1.50; my price 50c. each; prepaid by mail; greatost bar- CLEMATIS, PANICULATA. gain of the century. Clematis, Paniculata—(Japanese Virgin’s Bower)—One of the most SS ————————— : - — beautiful] of our hardy flowering vines. The flowers of pure . ; white, three-fourths of an inch in diameter, star-shaped, and are borne in great panicles or clusters of bloom, fairly covering the plant. These clusters are borne on long, slender stems, which stand out boldly from between the glossy-green leaves. The frag- ravce isdelicious, resembling the English hawthorne blossoms, and will fill the air with fragrance. It begins to bloom in August, at a time when most other hardy climbers are out of bloom— an inestimable advantage. It is a strong, rapid grower, quickly reaching a height of from 15 to 20 feet and spreading out when trained to wires or string. It is perfectly hardy in all sections of the country, and it is, in onr opinion, the most valuable among hardy climbing yines. Large, strong 2-year-old roots, worth 50c.; my price 35c. each; 3 for $1.00, postpaid. Henryii—White as the driven snow, glistening liks gems in the sunlight; flowers measure 6 inches across under good cultiva-
tion, and thousands are often produced on a single well grown plent. Positively the finest white perpetual climber known. Large field-grown roots, 3 years old, well worth $1.50; my price only 50c. each,
SPECIAL NOTIC On account of the brittleness of the
bark on Clematis it cracks very easi- Es =, ald many people believe the plant to be permanently injured, when such is not the case. We wish to say, also, that we examine all plants carefully before shipping, to see that they are in good condition, and if they die after being planted, as must sometimes happen, we do not agree to replace them.
ST a SEE In all instances we would advise that Clematis plants be shipped Z, VIA EXPRESS, though we can send safely by mail, if desired.
CLEMATIS, HENRYII.
New Red Clematis—(MAD. EDOUARD ANDRE)—An entirely dis- tinct and most novel variety, and the nearest approach to a red ever sent out. The plant is a strong, vigorous grower, be- ing a hybrid of the popular Jackmanni, which it resembles in freedom of bloom. Thousands of flowers produced on a single specimen plant; blooms of large size; in color it is a most dis- tinct striking carmine-red of a very beautiful shade entirely different from all other varieties. Large 3-year-old roots, well worth $1.50; my price 50c.
Ramona---One of the most striking beauties ever offered. In color it is a most exquisite lavender-blue of large size, often measur- ing 6 inches across. Thousands of flowers may be produced on a single plant. Every year’s growth adds to its beauty. It isa perpetual bloomer. Large roots 3 years old, well worth $1.50; my price 50c.
Chinese Wisteria.
PERFECTLY HARDY, STRIKINGLY BEAUTIFUL.
One of the most elegant and rapid growing of all climbing plants; attains an immense size, growing at the rate of 15 to 20 feet in a single season. Bears an abundance of long, pen- dulous clusters of purple-lilac flowers in May and June and again in autumn. Single specimen plants are often valued at $100. Large 2-year-old plants worth $1.50; my price 35c,
BUCKBEB’S (xp rree-stoomine QUALITIES
CLEMATIS, MAD. EDOUARD ANDRE.
BUCKBEE’S PLANTS ARE CAREFULLY EXAMINED BEFORE SHIPPING,
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eautiful Hard constantly in size and fusion. The stems and branches are dark Grand Hydrangeas 8" y y in si aries
Decorative Plants. purplish-red, which, with the green leaves, set off the clouds of rosy blos- THE Hydrangea is the most magnificent and highly ornamental out-of-
soms admirably. Price 15c. each. Larger plants by express, 25c. door shrub known; easy to grow; nothing is more striking or effective. Paniculata Grandiflora—Most valuable and ornamental shrub in Iam so in love with the beautiful shrub Paniculata Grandiflora
existence. Completely covered with gigantic pyramidical trusses that I will plant 590 plants of it this season to beautify our of bloom from 16 to 18 inches Jong, and as much in diameter; | home flower gardens, Itis as hardy as an oak, and in it is composed of hundreds of floretsof a most dazzling i the thousands of plants that have been sold I have yet white, changing to an exquisite pink, the wholo pro- | to hear asingle complaint. It should be called the ducing a gorgeous effect. These blossoms remain | hardy satisfaction plant. from 6 to 8 weeks without fading. Perfectly hardy Monstrosa Compacta—tThe flowers are in all parts of the country; needs no protection. something enormous; trusses 18 inches in Grand for cemetery use and all kinds of out- diameter being of common occurrence, door bedding. Price 16c. each, by mail i while the individual florets measure 3 prepaid; large size, by express, not pre- inches in diameter, and are of the most paid, 25c. each; extra strong plants, 3 leasing shade of bright satiny-pink. years old, 50c. each, by express. Plant is of acompact bushy growth, and
attains a height of 2 feet. While not SPECIAL OFFER.
perfectly hardy, it will stand out with SET BY MAIL oF © Postpaid, Only (OC.
good protection, but can best be 500,000 Pansy Plants.
wintered in adry, darkcellar. When
brought to light in early spring, will WELL-GROWN, STOCKY TRANSPLANTED Plants.
produce its blooms in time for Easter decoration. 15c. Large plants by express, 25c. | _ Thomas Hogg—Splendid va- riety; has all the characteristics so Grown from finest seed last August, valuable in a plant of this kind. transplanted in October, and win- When fully grown, attains a height tered through in cold frames. Abso- and width of over 6 feet, and fairly lutely the finest stock I have ever grown. If you desire a magnifice nt flower bed, or wish to make a friend a beautiful gift, there is nothing that will equal them for ten times the
covered with immense trusses of
creamy-white flowers, often measuring money. Ready for shipment February 15th until June Ist. Iship them by ex-
15 inches in diameter. 10c. each. Larger plants by express, 25c. Otaksa—A splendid new variety from the Orient. Flowers large, bright pink, tinted blue, produced very freely. press, not prepaid. HFRE IS A GREAT BARGAIN. LOOK AT THE PRICE: 25 Handsome Pansy Plants... $0.50 50 Handsome Pansy Plants..... .90 100 Handsome Pansy Plants.... 1.50
15c.each. Large plants by express, 25c.
Hortensis — Well known variety; ex- ceedingly popular; of fine size, producing large, handsome white flowers, which gradually turn pink as they open; strikingly showy and hand- some. 15c.each. Larger plants by express, 25c.
Red Branched—tThisvariety, with heads of blooms as large as a water pail, commencesto bear its enormous trusses of deep rose-pink blooms while very small, increasing
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Latania Borbonica—This Palm is more largely used than any other, on account of its strong, healthy habit. Magnificent in appearance. It is beau: ful for jardinieres, baskets, etc. 15¢c. each. Kentia Belmoreana—The curly palm leaves pinnate, the divisions taper pointed. One of the very best for all purposes. 20c. each. : Seaforthia Elegans—One of the most graceful of all, bearing long, curving pinnate leaves of rare beauty. A magnificent plant for jardiniere « center of large tropical bed. 15c. each. Phenix Canariensis—Beautiful strong-growing Palm with dark greenglossy foliage. Is very easily grown, and is sure to please purchaser. 15c. eac! Cocos Weddelliana—The most elegant and graceful of all the smaller Palms. Its slender, erect stems are freely furnished with gracefully-archi: leaves made up of innumerable long, narrow pinne or segments of a rich green color. The Cocos are admirabie for fern dishes. 20c. each. Kentia Forsteriana—This is without exception the most hardy ofits class. Itis very graceful, =
Magnificent Decorative Palms S52icPeEe eee eer ee PCO EERE ED oo please oe | SET OF SIX PALMS DELIVERED FREE BY MAIL ONLY The Cream of Varieties; Worth Treble the Money. 75¢. |
and for table decoration scarcely has itsequal. 20c. each. ; If you desire Large Specimen Palms and Ferns, writetome. My stock is fine.
ind being careful not mposed of atiff, sandy es once & year is often 1 not to break or cut nt to become dry, but Ponee
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Asparagus Sprengeri—The charming new decorative plant. When
introduced, at a high price, a little over a year ago, this variety was :
received with some hesitation as to its desirability, but after only a limited The ‘Boston’ Fern—(Nephrolepis Bostoniensis)—One of t) trial it has come forward with such prominence that the supply will be most useful and ornamental of the “Sword Ferns.’ It is now grown t inadequate to the demand forsometimetocome. Not only is it useful for the thousand for the market in all large cities and is steadily increasing © cutting in sprays for fine cut-flower work, more particularly in connection popularity. In well grown specimens the fronds attain a length of 6: with large roses, etc., but grown in suspended pots it makes one of the 7 feet, like plumes, arching over in every iirection, in a most gracef: prettiest decorative house plants we know of. Used in decorations, as, for manner. This beautiful Fern is excellent for outside planting in shad example, in the decorations of mantles, nothing can equal it. 10c. and borders. It is a very fine plant for hanging pots or baskets on the piazza) 15c. each. summer and conservatory or window in winter. 15c. to 25c. each.
SPECIAL PRICES QN LARGE SPECIMEN PLANTS. THESE FINE DECORATIVE PLANTS QUICKLY GROW INTO $5.00 AND $10.00 SPECIMENS, a
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RUDBECKIAS 7 LACINIAT Ahi eo
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Fl. Pl., “Golden Glow’ {9 thins surricient
PLANT FOOD FOR 20 ' =| PLANTS FOR ONE FEAR
HARDY perennial plant grow-
ing 8 feet high, branching] / freely, und bearing by the hundreds on long, graceful stems, exquisite}, double blossoms of the brightest golden color, and as large as Cactus Dahlias. The cut represents a plant in bloom as photographed, Mr. Wil-
Price 25c. prepaid by mail.
liam Falconer, the best authority on|}f : a plants in this country, says of it:!7 i HW BUCKBEE “When I saw the double-flowering ROCHFORD. Le,
form of Rudbeckia Laciniata in bloom in your grounds insummer last year, I was amazed, for notwithstanding my long and intimate acquaintance with plants, I had never before seen a double-flowered Rudbeckia, and I was delighted with the fullness and gorgeousness of the blossoms and their clear, bright yellow color. You gave mea plant lust spring, and it was set out in good garden ground. It grew vigorously and threw up strong branching flower stems 6 feet high, laden with sheaves of golden blossoms as large us fair chrysanthemums, and all having an elegant graceful appearance, without any of the stiffness in habit or blossom peculiar to sun flowers. Many eminent florists and amateurs have seen it here and all admired it. As cut flowers, the blossoms last well. In fine, I unhesitatingly regard it as the most desirable introduction among hardy perennials since we got Clematis Paniculata.’’ It is the most effective flower- ing plant for August and September in cultivation. Stron plants which will bloom freely this season, 15c. each, for 25c.
TUBEROSES *iinenug
Good Sized Bulbs, 6c. each; 40c. per dozen; $3.00 per 100.
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q CLASSED among the finest of plants, producing hundreds of beautiful, pure white, double flowers on long , and upright ctalks, which are delightfully fragrant. They may be planted and cultivated in pots or in open ground. If planted in the open ground theyshould not be put out until the summer is well advanced. It is agood plan to buy the bulbs early, pot and keep in the house until they have made quite a little growth, and by thus doing the blooms will surely mature before frost. They begin to flower in September, continuing until frost. For flowering in pots jate inthe autumn, the bulbs should be kept dry and cool until July; pot them and place in a cool location. My select strain of dbulbe has no equal, and will produce larger spikes of alegant doubissweet-acented fowers than any otheratrain offered. Mammoth bulbs, 10c.; 3 for 25c.; FH. per doz.
SUMMER FLOWERING OXALIS.
O BULBS are so valuable for edging the borders of walks and flower beds as the beautiful flowering Oxalis. When pisnted % inches apart, they produce an unbroken row of elegant foliage and pretty flowers, and 66 they bioom very quiokly after planting, they furnish a neat and attractive border the whole sea- ay son. They arealso splendid when planted in a mass, and make a very showy bed. The bulbs can be planted E , ] Lf MG the first of May, or perhaps earlier, and will be in bloom by the first of June. No flower is easier grown than a3 x PPS hi this, as they are sure to succeed in all soilsand situations. They are also charming when grown in pots, and Fa CO Ce uf il make a very attractive mass of fine foliage and gay flowers. They can be planted in this way at any time during
yivadiny \' ; | tml the winter or spring, and will commence blooming at once. Every bulb will grow and flower beautifully.
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Lasandria—Fine rosy pink, beautiful cut foliage. Dieppi—Pure white; very fine. 3 : Shamrock—Lovely clover-like foliage and pink blossoms. Mixed sorts—Several colors.
mammoth-sized
as large as Gladiolus, and
which will produce a wonderful profusion of bloom, at 5c.
each; 3 for 10c.; 12 for 25c.
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NEW HARDY PASONIES
‘THE PAEONIES are among thé showiest and most use-
ful of all hardy plants, They succeed well in almost any situation, but flowers wil! be brighter and finerif planted in deep, rich loam, well manured. The flowers are of immense size, perfect)y double and richly colored. Are gorgeous when plar ‘ed alone on the lawn, attracting attention from eyeryons
VENUS~—An elegant do.u5le white of the purest color. Of immense size and queenlyin itssplendor. 25c. each.
ZADA—A delicate soft pink of exquisite shade and great beauty. Free bloomer of excellent merit. 25c. each.
CHIEFTAIN —The finest red variety, being a deep, rich red, of rare beauty, the favorite color of Our Grand- mothers, and yery beautiful. Nothingcan take its place. 25c. each.
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SPECIAL OFFER. The Set of 3 Pzonies Prepaid by Fi Mail Only 50c. eC. A
DIELYTRA,
Or New Bleeding Heart.
ONE of the best herbaceous
plants in cultivation, and one of the very first to flower in the spring. An old favorite, bear- ing long chains of graceful heart- shaped pink flowers. Special price, 15c. each.
OBCHID CATTLEYA MOSSIE,
ORCHID CATTLEYA MOSSI4
THESE grand, celebrated, beautiful air plants will thrive
and grow everywhere, and are of easy culture, requiring a shady place and a considerable supply of water. Ihavethe finest collection of Orchids west of Rochester, and consider this one of the finestin every respect. Flowers are large, of ex- quisite shape and the most beautiful colors, and sell readily at $1.00 per bloom. Buyers or admirers of thisrare and beautiful plant will be well repaid by visiting my establishment from March to June, when one whole house, devoted to these ex- quisite beauties, isin full bloom, showing a magnificent sight. Fine plants from $1.00 to $10.00 each.
LTHH LOVELY VIOLET
PERFECT GEMS OF SWEETNESS
NO OTHER FLOWER CAN TAKE THEIR PLACE.
THE CALIFORNIA-—The greatest acquisition to the Violet family can America claim in this
splendid variety. We are indebted to Professor Emory E. Smith, of California, for the introductionof this grandest of all Violets. By our extensive trials of ‘“‘California” the past season we have proved it to be vigorous and absolutely free from disease; flowers single, of immense size, suffi- s ciently large to more than cover asilverdollar. Itscolor is clear violet purple and will not fade. The fragrance is delightful. The flowers are borne on strong steins 12 to 16 inches inches in length, and from 800 to 600 flowers may be picked from a single plantin one season. Finely grown plants 10c. each.
Princess of Wales—Largest and most fragrant of, single Violets; color deep violet purple; strong grower and free bloomer. 10c. each.
Improved Marie Louise—Surely one of the very finest double blue Violets grown. Color deep violet blue, very fragrant anda continual bloomer. Itis of extremely easy Broren: Be sure to include one or more of these charming plants in your order. 10c. each.
Admiral Avellan—A French variety with distinct reddish flowers, which are freely produced, of large size and fragrant. 10c. each.
The Bride—A grand pure white variety. Flowers sre double and immense in size, extra early and deliciously fragrant. A free bloomer, and will astonish all by its delightful beauty. 10c. each.
La France—Of French origin; flow- ers single, large as silver dollar; color soft, rich violet purple; stems 9 to 12 inches long. 10c. each.
Lady Hume Camp bell—The choicest of all the new double Violets. The flowers are of a beautiful azure blue, and delicately pretty in form, ofrarefra- grance. Good, strongplants. 10c. each.
SPECIAL OFFER.
Any three for 25c. oroneeach ofthe above seven beautiful Violets only 60 cents.
NEW EYVERBEARING PONDEROSA LEMON
See painting from Natmre, inside back cov- er page of this catalog
The largest edible lemonin the world, Of the very easiest culture, flowering and iruiling in any good ordinary soil. Select plants 25c. each postpaid, Smaller plants 10c. to 15c. each postpaid Splendid two year old plants 50c. each. Extra large plants $1.00 each. NOTICE—The 50c. and $1.00 sizes sent only by express at buyers’ expense.
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SELECT PLANTS 25c EACH
POSTPAID. LD OF THe SMALLER PLANTS 10 To 15c EACH tn THE wor BIE atl POSTPAID. VERY EASIEST CULTURE; SPLENDID-TWO YEAR OLD PLANTS FLOWERING DESC EXTRA LARGE PLANTS ANDFRUITING $1.00 Eacn. IN ANY GOOD : NOTICE:
THE 50c AND $1.00 SIZES SENT ONLY BY EXPRESS AT PURCHASERS EXPENSE.
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SPECIAL OFFER: FINE PLANTS OF THESE FOUR MAGNIFICENT RAMBLER ROSES PD SEACH,OR THE SET OF FOUR FOR ONLY 50%: POSTPAID. SELECT 2 YEAR OLD PLANTS. 30¢ EACH, OR THE SET OF FOUR FOR ONLY $1°° BY EXPRESS AT BUYERS EXPENSE. ExTRA Size PLANTS 50¢ EACH OR THE SET OF FOUR FOR ONLY ae BY EXPRESS AT BUYERS EXPENSE.
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