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SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 1
A Section of Soil Tests For Germination at Our Centerville Greenhouses
SEED TESTING
Aside from the field tests to maturity carried on at our Centerville Trial Grounds, testing for germination is done in soil at our Greenhouses (see above cut). This is the fairest method possible since only plants that actually grow and come above ground are counted.
Not only is everything tested as fast as it comes into the warehouse, but tests are made from month to month as stocks might be carried over. Thousands of these germination tests are made every year; all are carefully recorded and no stock of anything is used to supply our customers that does not show a satisfactory germination test, and fully measure to P.-W.’s High Standard.
It is not enough that we have the intent to please and satisfy our customers—we have the system and the organization that almost entirely eliminates mistakes and gives to them those
selected types, possessing the right “blood,” vigor and hardiness to produce thrifty, sturdy, pro- ductive plants.
It is this scrupulous care in the growing, selecting and testing of our seeds that enables us to sell them on the following
POSITIVE MONEY-BACK GAURANTEE
that we have exercised the greatest care in growing, selecting, re-cleaning and testing all our seeds and know them to be of high quality and germination. We sell them with the distinct under- standing that if a mistake should occur and the seed should not be found as represented we will refund the entire purchase price of the seeds in question, but further than this, of course, we
can assume no liability. We cannot guarantee the crop for we cannot control moisture, weather, pests and other contingencies.
Please note what we say on Page 59 about Trees, Plants and Shrubs.
ABOUT SERVICE
The opportunity is taken to thank our patrons of last year for their liberal patronage which made our business by far the largest in our history. We did our best to give prompt, ef- ficient service, but with many of our staff still with “Uncle Sam,” we were seriously handicapped.
This year we are fortunate in beginning with splendid stocks, an increased staff of experienced workers and much larger facilities in every wav. We confidently
Wait to Serve You,
PORTER-WALTON CO.
Retail Store 251 South State St.
Office, Wholesale and Mail Order SALT LAKE CITY, Departments, 522-536 South Third West TAH Seed Farm, Nurseries and Trial Grounds, U
Centerville, Utah SUBJECTS TREATED IN THIS BOOK
Plants, Vegetable ..................-.. . Trees, Ornamental and Fruit Shrubs, Roses, etc. Poultry Supplies, Incu
Seeds, Farm, Field and Lawn Seeds, Flower f Seeds, Vegetable .. Bulbs, Flowering . ae Plants, Bedding and Flowering
2 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
The Prices in This Catalog Cancel All Previous Prices
GENERAL DIRECTIONS TO PATRONS
That you may receive the full benefit of the prompt, efficient service our facilities enable us to give, please observe the following in making your order:
THE ORDER BLANKS accompanying this catalog will be convenient for customers and facilitate our filling orders (extra ones mailed on request). Use the Plant Sheet when ordering plants—Page 32, also Pages 59-80, these being filled at our Nursery Department, Seeds and all other goods being collated at our Seed Warehouses, though all ean be shipped together when advisable. Give full shipping instructions in every order sent, and write address legibly. Always sign your letters and orders with the same initials.
fz IMPORTANT—Before making out Plant Shrub or Tree orders, see Page 59 for special rules and instructions.
YOU TAKE NO CHANCES in sending money with order. Inquire of any Bank, Trust Company or Mercantile Agency as to our responsibility. You may remit at our risk by Post Office Money Order, Express Order, Bank Draft, Checks, Cash or Stamps. Always register letter when you send Cash.
OUR TERMS ARE STRICTLY CASH WITH ORDER—All our catalog prices are made on a cash basis and we have no facilities for credit accounting. While most any of our customers are worthy of credit accomodations, yet for the reasons above stated we can offer no credit favors and kindly ask that remittance be sent with order.
Cc. O. D. SHIPMENTS can be made only where at least 25 per cent of the amount is sent with order. We decline to ship Plants, Shrubs, Trees or any other perishable items C. O. D.
ORDERS FOR DELIVERY AT LATER DATE can be booked only providing at least one-fourth of the purchase price accompanies the order. Shipment cannot be made until payment is made in full. Public Institutions are the only exception to this rule.
EVERY ORDER IS FILLED WITHIN A DAY OR TWO AFTER ARRIVAL, or is acknowledged if, under rare circumstances, its shipment is likely to be delayed. If goods, notification of shipment, or acknowledgement of order is not received after a reasonable lapse of time, please notify us at once and send copy of order.
FREE AND SAFE DELIVERY GUARANTEED ON SEEDS, BULBS AND ROSE SHRUBS at prices quoted in this catalog, except where otherwise noted. This places al! our customers throughout the West as near to us as their Express or Post Office, and is a big step in advance in the way of service.
ABOUT PLANTS, TREES, SEEDS IN QUANTITY, POULTRY AND STOCK SUPPLIES, ETC., quoted at “Not Prepaid” prices: These are F. O. B. Salt Lake City and purchasers pay expense of freight, express or parcel post. If wanted by parcel post, always send postage with the order. See table below to ascertain amount of charges.
PARCEL POST RULES, ETC.
THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT allowable in local and to the first and second zones is 70 pounds, and to all other zones (third to eighth) is 50 pounds.
THE SIZE OF THE PARCEL must not exceed 7 feet (84 inches) for combined length and largest girth.
INSURANCE ON PARCEL POST PACKAGES against loss may now be effected by us for value up to $25.00 for 5 cents and up to $50.00 for 10 cents if customer s0 re- quests and remits for same.
We strongly advise customers living in towns removed from the railway to have insurance placed on all orders.
PARCEL POST C. 0. D.—We can forward by parcel post “C. O. D.” up to $100.00 for goods, to all money order post offices, collection charges 10 cents extra, which in- cludes insurance up to $50.00; but we must request a re- mittance with the order of 25 per cent of the value of the goods. The balance due being collected on delivery.
We cannot send Plants, Shrubs, Trees or any perishable items C. O. D. See Page 59.
DOMESTIC PARCEL POST RATES First lb. Each addi-
Within the U. S. and Possessions or tional lb. or From Salt Lake City fraction fraction First Zone within 50 miles .................... Be le Second Zone within 50 to 150 miles .... 5e le Third Zone within 150 to 300 miles .... 6c 2c Fourth Zone within 300 to 600 miles .. 7c 4c Fifth Zone within 600 to 1000 miles .... 8c Ge Sixth Zone within 1000 to 1400 miles... 9c 8e Seventh Zone within 1400 to 1800 miles Ile 10c Eighth Zone all over 1,800 miles ........ 12¢ 12¢
IMPORTANT—In remitting postage, always add it to the foot of the order as a separate item—this will help to
“Hand Picking” Beans at Our Salt Lake avoid mistakes.
Seed Cleaning Plant fetetntetnst totdtdtiotdtotintdtictointtiot tots tris: x SPECIAL NOTICE Not content with the best cleaning and grading that can + Whle the prices herein quoted are those prevail- be done by the most up-to-date machinery yet devised, the ing at the time of going to press and will be ad- “finishing touches” on such seeds as Peas, Beans, Corn, etc., hered to as nearly as possible during the season, are made by ‘Expert Hands,’”’ as shown in the above cut. yet large users of Garden or Farm Seeds or any In ee manner cracked or deformed kernels ane berries x other commodity listed will be best served by getting which machinery will not take out are removed. Just an- s ial “Blue List” for prices on quantities. other detail that makes “P.-W.’s STANDARDS” different 4 OU "POD et 2 M
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At Hrvest Time All the Boys and Girls Are Happy Because They Planted P.-W.’s Mountain Grown ‘Tested Seeds
HERE IS REAL MONEY FOR 25,000 BOYS AND GIRLS
OUR DEAR YOUNG FRIENDS:
This year we have a job for 25,000 real wide-awake, hustling boys and girls and there is good money in it, too, for everyone that works.
This job is so very easy, any Boy Scout or schoolboy or girl can do it after school hours and at odd times, so it will not interfere at all with regular work or play.
Now, what we want you to do is this:—Sell our “Junior Seed Collection” to your friends, neigh- b rs and all the rest of the people in your town, who plant a garden or have any ground where one can be planted. We know there are just any number of boys and girls and grown people, too, who will make a garden when they find out good seeds will cost such a small amount and how easy it really is to grow a lot of nice, crisp, fresh vegetables for the table and the wonderfully beauti- ful flowers that will make everybody cheerful and happy.
Listen to this: For only 40c, you ean sell our “Junior Collection” of 12 big, well-filled packets of the choicest vegetable and flower seeds with full directions printed on each packet of just how to plant and take care of them. i
Here is the list of Seeds in our Junior Seed Collection:
1 pkt. Beets 1 pkt. Cress 1 pkt. Radishes 1 pkt. Poppies 1 pkt. Carrots 1 pkt. Muskmelon 1 pkt. Spinach 1 pkt. Sweet Peas 1 pkt. Cucumbers 1 pkt. Lettuce 1 pkt. Turnips 1 pkt. Tall Nasturtiume
Just think of it! The above 9 big packets of Vegetable Seeds and 3 big packets of Flower Seeds—12 in all—for only 40c.
With such a great bargain there is no doubt but what you will sell a collection to most every- one you try. And out of all you sell you keep one-third of the money for your share and send the rest to us.
We want good honest boys and girls who are willing to get out and hustle. We know you belong to this class and that you’ll treat us right; we are therefore willing to trust you for 30 days with 10 of our Junior Collections to start out with and when you have sold them you can send us your share of the money and order another “ten.’’ No doubt you’ll be able to sell several “tens” jpefore the spring is over.
The thin, to do is to get busy right away, before some one else jumps in ahead of you. You don’t need to send us any money in advance.
You don’t have to pay us anything until you have sold the seeds. If you don’t sell them all within the 30 days time allowed, you are to return all the seeds left and our share of the money for those you have sold.
Fill out the order blank below, telling us your name, address and age. Remember to have your father, mother or Guardian sign, so we will know you have their permission, and that they know of the arrangements between us. We will send you the seeds by return mail.
PORTER-WALTON CO.
P. S. We want all the people in your town to know what good seeds and trees they can get from us. We don’t come out even on this collection you are selling for us, but we know when once they plant our seeds they will be so pleased they will always buy them after this. If any want our catalog send us their names and we will mail them a free copy. We would much rather pay you to help advertise than all the newspapers in the country, because. you are a lot more important and people will take more notice of you.
Tear this order off here and mail to us. PORTER-WALTON CO. Salt Lake City, Utah. DATO, ccccecvsaceccccescsevece-:stassencescpnonsvace sosvocee ons svecsuessascashnnecrmyroebes bem —— Please send me at once by parcel post the ten “Junior Seed Collections.’”’ I promise to try my best to sell them at 40c each, but in case I should have any left at the end of 30 days I will return them to you in good order, and for all I have sold I will send you two-thirds of the money and keep the other one-third for my share.
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‘SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U. S. A. 5
GARDENING SUCCESS DEPENDS ON THE FOLLOWING:
1st—Good Soil Thoroughly Prepared
A sandy loam is the best, but a fair degree of success may be secured from any soil which can be made rich and friable. Vexetables of the best quality cannot be grown on barren sand, a cold, hard, lumpy clay, nor in the shade of orchard or other trees.
A soil which does not need enriching in order to produce the best results is rarely found and very often success in proportion to the liberalityw ith which fertilizers have been used. Well decomposed stable manure, where straw bed- ding has been used is the best. When good stable manure is not available, commercial fertilizers may be used.
Fertilization of the soil is only the beginning and much depends on its preparation. It must be made friable by thorough and judicious working; if this is well done all that follows will be easy; if it is neglected only partial success is possible and that at the cost of a great deal of hard work.
2nd—GOOD SEEDS Properly Planted
Too much emphasis cannot be placed on securing good seeds and it is betraying no secret when we say that the main purpose in printing this catalog is to let vou know where these can be secured. After these are secured it is equally nec- cessary that favorable conditions to germination and growth be secured. These are:—Sowing the right amount at the proper depth, at the seasonable time—See Pages 6 and 7 fur this information as nearly as we can give it in a general way. As each locality has its own peculiarities, it is a good thing for the beginner to consult a local planter of experience.
3rd—Wise Cultivation
Not only should every weed be removed as soon as it appears, but the crust which forms after a rain should be broken up and the ground stirred as soon as it is dry enough to permit it. The more frequently and deeper the soil is stirred while the plants are young, the better, but as they develo» and the roots occupy the ground, cultivation should be shal- lower until it becomes a mere stirring of the surface. The yield and quality of vegetables have often been decidedly lowered by injudiciously deep and close cultivation after the roots of the plants had fully occupied the ground. A very small garden, well cultivated and cared for, will give larger returns and be in every way satisfactory than a much larger one poorly prepared and neglected.
DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING A HOTBED
In this locality from the middle of February to the lst of March is quite early enough to make a hotbed. The time must vary according to the climatic conditions.
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Provide a quantity of fresh horse manure from the stables, and add to this, if they can be had, one-third to one- half of its bulk of leaves. Mix them thoroughly, tramping down the mass in successive layers, and form into a large pile, so that fermentation will proceed, even in severely cold weather. In two or three days fermentation will be ap- parent by the escape of steam from the heap. Now, turn again, and allow the heap to remain two or three days longer, or until the second fermentation commences. Make an excavation or pit two and one-half feet deep and of a size suited to the number of plants required. The pit will be better if built up of brick. It should be made in some dry, sheltered spot, facing the south or east, if possible. Hotbed sashes are usually 3x6 feet and one or two sashes will give early plants enough for a small family. The frame for sashes should be 18 inches high at the back and 12 inches in front, which will give the proper slope to catch the sunlight. Cross-pieces should be placed for the sashes to slide on, to facilitate opening and shutting the frames.
When everything is ready, the manure is placed in the pit and trodden down firmly in layers to the required depth of 2 to 2'4 feet. Then put on the sashes, and keep the pit closed until the heat rises. At first it will probably be 100 de- grees or more, which is too hot to sow the seed in; but in two or three days it will subside to 90 degrees or a little less, when the soil may be put on to the depth of 6 to 8 inches. The heat may be readily ascertained by plunging a _ ther- mometer into the manure. The soil should be well rotted sod (or common garden soil will do), mixed with about a third of fine old manure; and in this the seeds may be sown thinly in drills 2 to 3 inches apart, and afterward (as soon as out of the seed-leaf), either thinned out or else transplanted to another frame. Air must be given every mild day by raising the sashes at the back. Water with tepid water whenever necessary, and during cold nights and snow-torms keep covered with mats or board shutters. I
Tomatoes, Peppers and Egg-Plants should be sown in a separate frame from Cabbage, Cauliflower and Lettuce, as they require more heat. The same directions may apply to hotbeds made on the surface of the ground, except that the manure should be at least a foot wider on all sides of the frame.
HOW TO PREPARE A COLD FRAME
_The cold frame is simply a frame set on the ground, no bottom heat being applied. It is banked up on the outside during the winter with marsh hay, straw or coarse litter. The soil is prepared by forking and thoroughly mixing to the depth of 10 or 12 inches a liberal quantity of old, well rotted manure. The manure of an old hotbed is good for the pur- pose. It is useful to protect and harden off plants from the greenhouse or hotbed before fully exposing them in the open air.
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GENERAL PLANTING INFORMATION FOR P.-W.’s VEGETABLE SEEDS
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CORN SALAD Early Spring and Late Summer ............ 65 days
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* The terms used in this column are defined as follows:
“Early Spring’’—Means as soon as buds in the trees begin to swell and the ground can be worked into gardening con- dition. This may be in March or April. Frosts have not passed, and such plants, if not too succulent, will stand a frost.
“Spring’’—Refers to those vegetables which are not so hardy as the above, and which are usually planted later be- cause they do so much better planted later. If for any reason early planting is necessary, they can be put in a week after the foregoing.
“Late Spring”’—Is the time of year when the ground is well warmed and all frosts are passed. This probably will be early in May. “Early Summer’’—Means planting in June.
“S”—Placed in this column means that those sorts are sown for succession. Usually the planting of some sorts are made two weeks apart while others are often planted early and again late for crops at two different seasons.
+ “T’’—Placed in the column is to mark those sorts which are usually sown in beds and later transplanted to the garden, and always transplanted to the field.
For last planting of Beans, Sweet Corn, Kohl Rabi, Peas and Radishes, or even Tomatoes, take the earliest varieties just the same as are used for ‘first planting.
Late sowings of Salsify are intended to remain undisturbed over winter. Roots from these sowings will, the next year, attain a size double that usually seen. See Page 5 for directions how to make “‘Hotbeds” and “Cold Frames.”
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GENERAL PLANTING INFORMATION FOR P.-W.’s VEGETABLE SEEDS
+ “Garden Culture” for Hand Cultivation “Field Culture’ for Horse - — ——______— Cultivation Variety *Depth to Plant Put Rows Leave Plants Apart Put Rows Leave Plants Apart in Rows Apart Apart in Rows ARTICHOKE ............. i Sa eae = Plants (Globe)... ae (Jerusalem) 2
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+ The information given here is a general average and based on the different ways of planting and different distances practiced in various parts. The usual distances are here given and the planter must use his judgment for his particular case. Where garden cultivation is by wheel hoe and ample room is available, a greater distance is better employed. If the patch will be cultivated by horse, the distance in the field culture column should be used.
* The Depth at which to plant seed cannot be given more than approximately because it varies so much with the condition of the moisture in the soil and the time of year. All seeds must have air, moisture and heat to germinate. Five times the diameter of the seed is aproximately right for ideal conditions, but for sowing in wet soils that is too deep, and for sowing the same seeds in the dry soils it is too shallow. For field culture, sow comparatively deep or when the ground is becoming dry. The seed drill must get the seed to moist earth, and if rain is not expected it must be rolled or otherwise well firmed to get the soil packed tightly around. This will aid germination greatly. Firm only lightly, soils which are heavy or wet.
AVERAGE TIME REQUIRED FOR MAIN TYPES OF GARDEN SEED TO GERMINATE UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS
CMM ge EE tae ccdeon th 5 to 10 days Corn - bi to. 8 days Parsnip .........::. 10 to 20 days Beet .... .. 7 to 10 days Cucumber 6 to 10 days Pepper. .......--::.:.- .. 9 to 14 days Cabbage 5 to 10 days Endive . 5 to 10 days Radish .. aoa ee Oto +6, days Carrot 12 to 18 days Lettuce . 6 to 8 days Salsify . Sepa es a eee 7 to 12 days Cauliflower 5 to 10 days Onion . . 7 to 10 days Tomato Se 6 to 12 days ' Celery 10 to 20 days és, ep Pe tol 6 eis 6 to 10 days Turnip 4 to 8 days
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A Typical Suburban Garden
P.-W..s HOME GARDEN COLLECTIONS
Contain seeds of only true and tried varieties, most carefully selected to give a continuous supply of vegetables of exclusively high quality throughout the season. The quantities are proportioned to meet the requirements of such gardens are indicated by the titles of the collections, and will be found convenient for patrons who do not care to wade through long lists, or who prefer our judgment as to kinds and quantities; it may be that there are one or more items in these collections that some customers will not care for, but even if such are not needed, the great suving in price will more than compensate. We, however, cannot allow any alterations, because these collections are put up in quantities all ready to ship, before the commencement of our busy season thus enabling us to sell them at very much less than the articles would cost separately.
SMALL CITY GARDEN COLLECTION. For 50 Cents, Prepaid
1 pkt. Beet 1 pkt. Lettuce 1 pkt. Onion 1 pkt. Radish, round 1 pkt. Cabbage 1 pkt. Peas 1 pkt. Parsley 1 pkt. Tomato
1 pkt. Carrot 1 pkt. Muskmelon 1 pkt. Parsnip 1 pkt. Turnip
‘1 pkt. Cucumber 1 pkt. Watermelon 1 pkt. Radish, long 1 pkt. Swiss Chard
SUBURBAN GARDEN COLLECTION. For $3.50, Prepaid.
1 Ib. Peas, Early 1 pkt. Celery 1 pkt. Lettuce, Curled 2 oz. Radish, Turnip Y% |b. Peas, Late 2 pkt. Sweet Corn, Early 1 pkt. Muskmelon 1 pkt. Salsify
1 lb. Beans, String 2 pkt. Sweet Corn, Late 1 pkt. Watermelon 1 oz. Spinach Y% |b. Beans, Wax 1 pkt. Cucumber. 1 oz. Onion, White 1 pkt. Squash
1 oz. Beet, Table 1 pkt. Cress 1 oz. Onion, Yellow 1 pkt. Tomato, Early
1 pkt. Brussels Sprouts 1 pkt. Egg Plant 1 pkt. Parsley 1 pkt. Tomato, Late
1 pkt. Cabbage, Early 1 pkt. Kohl Rabi 1 oz.,Parsnip 1 oz. Turnip, Purple Top 1 pkt. Cabbage, Late 1 pkt. Kale, Tall Scotch 1 pkt. Pepper 1 pkt. Sage
1 pkt. Cauliflower 1 pkt. Leek i pkt. Pumpkin 1 pkt. Swiss Chard 1 oz. Carrot, Table 1 oz. Lettuce, Head 1 oz. Radish, Long
BIG DOLLAR VEGETABLE COLLECTION THINK OF IT! 26 PACKETS FOR $1.00, POSTPAID
This exceptional offer just cuts the regular Catalog prices in half and is offered as a special inducement for a “Trail Order’? to those who have never grown P.-W.’s Mountain Grown Seeds.
True to the exacting Porter-Walton Standard of producing seeds of the highest vigor, germination, and productive- ness, we have no hesitancy in saying that this collection, when results are considered, is worth many times the price asked for it at Catalog prices.
We know every order means a satisfied permanent customer; hence this bargain.
1 pkt. Peas, Early 1 pkt. Cabbage 1 pkt. Cucumber 1 pkt. Lettuce 1 pkt. Pepper
1 pkt. Peas, Late 1 pkt. Cauliflower 1 pkt. Cress 1 pkt. Muskmelon 1 pkt. Pumpkin
1 pkt. Beans, String 1 pkt. Carrot 1 pkt. Egg Plant 1 pkt. Watermelon 1 pkt. Turnip
1 pkt. Beans, Wax 1 pkt. Celery 1 pkt. Kohl Rabi 1 pkt. Onion 1 pkt. Radish, Long 1 pkt. Beet 1 pkt. Sweet Corn 1 pkt. Leek 1 pkt. Parsley 1 pkt. Radish, Round
1 pkt. Tomato The above 26 well filled Packets for $1.00, Prepaid
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VEGETABLE SEEDS Selected Varieties, Superior Strains, Critically Grown and THOROUGHLY TESTED
If such a rare circumstance should happen that your crop failed through the fault of the seed purchased from us, we will refill the order or refund the entire purchase price of the seeds in question. No seedsman in the world will do more, and most of them would do nothing after seed is accepted and planted. Of course we cannot guarantee or assume responsibility for the crop, as we cannot contro] the weather, soils, moisture, pests and other agents which make for success or failure.
The thing we make, not only our business but out religion as well, is to furnish our customers with the right kind of fresh, vigorous, acclimated seeds, the important beginning of all success in gardening.
Our “Market Gardener” Customers all appreci- ate the remarkable vigor and dependability of our Vegetable Seeds. The wonderful growth of our trade to this class of patrons has really as- tonished us. It is just an added testimony, how- ever, that the scrupulous, painstaking care in selection, cultivation, and testing exercised by our Mr. Walton, who has personal charge of this department, is winning everywhere our stocks are planted.
Mr. Walton was a practical market gardener for 15 years before starting in the seed business; this accounts for his “crankiness” about “Quali-
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ty and Dependability” in seeds; as no one realiz- es the importance of good seeds quite as much the one whose “bread and butter” depends on them.
About Novelties—No expense or pains is spared to keep ourselves fully informed on the new developments in types and varieties. Thous- ands of competetive tests to maturity are made annually at our Cnterville Grounds. New va- rieties, both actual and “so-called,” from all available sources, are tried out. Those of real merit, adapted to our Western climatic condi- tions, we list under the proper headings, while those of inferior or doubtful value are either re- jected or held for further observation. We list nothing but what we have proved to be depend- able and worthy; such that will justly reward for cultivation.
About Prices—All the prices on Vegetable Seeds listed herein are prepaid by us to your express or postoffice, unless otherwise specified. You are, therefore, as close to us as your Post Office. These prices are as reasonable as we can sell these seed in the quantities specified and will be adhered to during the season or as long as the stocks last. To All Who Buy in Larger Lots Than Those Listed Here, Please Ask for Our Special “BLUE LIST” for Prices. It costs us less accordingly to handle large orders, and you are entitled to the saving.
ARTICHOKE
Artichokes are cultivated for the edible bud that resembles the
giant thistle. The plants want a very rich soil and plenty of moisture. The seed should be planted in boxes along in Febru- ary and transplanted in the field about the latter part of March or April. With slight winter protection will remain in bearing
or 4 years. LARGE GREEN GLOBE—The most popular variety, buds
lanes, globular, deep green with a slight tint of purple at base.
t. 10c; oz. 75c; % Ib. $2.15; Ib. $7.50. Jerusalem (Tuberous Rooted)—While there are some who
like the tubers for table use and we list this variety here; in our
estimation, however, its best purpose is for a hog pasture for
which it is admirably adapted; when once established it is hard
fa EY out Lb. 20c; 10 lbs. $1.50, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 100 s. $6.00.
ASPARAGUS
Sow early in the spring, in a bed of light, rich, well manured
soil, in drills one foot apart. When the plants become withered, eut them down and spread well rotted stable manure two inches deep over the bed. Let the plants remain in the seed bed until they are about to grow, early in the spring. The subsoil of the permanent bed should be dry, and if not so, it must be well drained. It should be dug thoroughly at least two and one-half feet deep, and mixed with plenty of well rotted manure. For private graden use, set in rows two feet apart and the plants about a foot apart in the row, with crowns four inches below the surface,, and spread the roots. For field culture, the rows should be six feet apart and two feet apart in the rows. Before winter cover the transplanted beds with about four inches of manure, and fork it in the next spring, being careful not to injure the roots. In autumn cut the ripe tops and burn the refuse. One pound of good fresh seed will porduce plants suf- ficient for an acre, and an ounce of seed will sow a drill fifty feet long.
CONOVER’S COLOSSAL—The standard variety for all pur-
poses, especially for canning. It makes large, thick, wide, tender shoots of very greenish-white color, and we recommend
as the best variety for general cultivation that has come under
our observation. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
Barr Mammoth—Large and tender,
Columbian Mammoth White—Large white.
Palmetto—Light green.
Any of above: .Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 25c; Ib. 80c, Postpaid.
FOR ASPARAGUS ROOTS—See Page 32.
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BEAN—DWARF OR BUSH
One Ib. 100 feet of drill. ..60 lbs. per acre.
Culture—Beans are somewhat tender, but it often pays to take some risks. Pl i rm i “ 2 acta : fb ant in in- ning of settled, warm weather in spring, and at intervals for succession until August. Rows Bat peace iy ae peer and the Beans planted a few inches apart in the drills, or 3 or 4 Beans in hills, 6 to 8 inches apart. Cultivate and hoe
frequently.
Best results are obtained in seed inoculation.
See Page 35: Our selected, critically grown stocks of Garden Beans have been thoroughly “hand
GREEN-POD VARIETIES THE LONGFELLOW pigned sada not to be compared with the |
An extra early, round green-podded bush bean of fine quality. Long, round green pods always solid, tender and of delicious flavor. An ideal Snap Bean, producing a fine crop of round, straight, solid, fleshy pods, averaging 64% inches long, wonder- fully tender and brittle, without a trace of tough interlining, and having no string when broken, excepting when the pods are quite old. The flavor is most delicious, captivating and most critical, while the delicate green color of the pods is retained after cooking, adding to its attractiveness when served. The plants are of robust, compact habit, unexcelled in bearing quali- ties, maturing the crop very regularly. It is extra early, the pods being fit to pick four days in advance of any other variety of approximate size and merit. In our estimation, the best for general use of the Green-Pods.
Pkt. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 35c, Postpaid. Write for prices on
quantites.
OTHER GOOD SORTS
BURPEE’S STRINGLESS GREEN POD.— Excellent early variety. Unexcelled for canning. ;
DWARF HORTICULTURAL—Late and very. productive.
Early Red Valentine—Early, tender, heavy yielder.
Round Yellow Six Weeks—Brittle and tender. ;
Black Valentine—Pods long, straight, heavy yielder; rust-
roof. : ‘ Price any of above: Pkt. 10c; % Ib. 20c; lb. 35c, Postpaid.
WAX-POD VARIETIES
(YELLOW PODDED)
NEW PENCIL POD (BLACK WAX)
This Variety Is Our Selection As the Best for the Home Garden or for Near-by Markets
It is extremely productive, bearing magnificent, straight,
pencil-shaped pods, six to seven inches in length, of a ric
golden-yellow color; beautifully rounded, meaty, deeply saddle-
backed, fresh, brittle, solid and entirely stringless and of mild,
sweet flavor. f Pkt. 10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 40c, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD SORTS
CHALLENGE DWARF BLACK WAX—The pods are quite round, very fleshy, crisp, tender and stringless. A good market sort, being a prodigous yielder.
Davis’ White Kidney Wax—Hardy, productive, desirable where white-seeded midseason sort is wanted.
IMPROVED RUST-PROOF GOLDEN WAX—Early, produc- tive; pods are long, nearly straight, broad, flat, very fleshy;
good snap bean. : j Wardwell’s Kidney Wax—Long, flat pods, stringless and brit-
tle; heavy cropper. ; Price of any of above: Pkt 10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 40c, Postpaid.
Write for quantity prices.
Longfellow Green-Podded Bush Bean
POLE OR RUNNING BEANS
These beans require a pole or trellis to climb on, if planted in the garden; although if raised in the open field
they need no support whatever. around each pole. to get more perfect growth below.
LAZY WIFE—Pods medium dark green color, grown in abundance; measures from 414 to 6 inches in legnth, broad, thick, fleshy and entirely stringless. Make excellent shell beans. Pkt. 10c; %% Ib. 25c; Ib. 40c, Postpaid.
SCARLET RUNNER—This well known and old _fash- ioned climber has a bright scarlet pea-like flower. It not only holds its place as a flower, but the pods when young are fine quilaty for cooking. Pkt. 10c; % Ib. 30c; lb. 55c,
Postpaid.
Set poles four feet apart each way and plant four to six beans about one inch d Thin out to three plants to a hill, if soil is rich. Pinch off ends of plants when they overrun olen One pound will plant about 75 to 100 hills. 4
OLD HOMESTEAD or KENTUCKY WONDER—The pods are very thick, meaty and deeply saddle-backed and entirely stringless. Bright yellow in color. The best va- riety of this class for all purposes. Pkt. 10c; % Ib. 25c: Ib. 40c, Postpaid. ;
POLE LIMA (King of the Garden)—Pods large, straight and handsome. The pods frequently contain five or mi very large beans. These beans are of excellent quality, easily shelled. Pkt. 10c; % lb. 25c; Ib. 40c, Postpaid.
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DWARF LIMA BEANS
We recommend the Dwarf or Bush type as being much more desirable than the Pole Limas. They are of easier culture as the vines require no support; the beans are fully equal in quality and yield, maturing much earlier; a very decided advantage, especially for the Mountain States. Plant the seed , if possible, in rich, light soil after all danger of frost is over. For kitchen garden the rows should be about 18 inches apart and for field cultivation two or three feet; drop the seed 3 to 4 inches apart in the row, covering 1% to 2 inches deep. If planted in hills, make them 2 to 3 feet apart each way and four to six beans in a hill. Limas will not thrive in over moist soils. Of the great number of varieties tested out we have selected two which we think best adapted.
BUSH LIMA OR DWARF SIEVA
This variety is sometimes known as Henderson’s Bush Lima. It is one of the earliest dwarf sorts, extremely hardy and productive. The plants grow without runners and continue to grow and set pods until killed by frost in the fall..
Pkt. 10c; % If. 25c; Ib. 40c, Postpaid.
BURPEE’S IMPROVED BUSH LIMA
Our trials show this to be the earliest maturing of all the large-seeded Limas, and it is the equal or better in all the other qualifications that go to make up a desirable bean, either for the home garden or for market. This variety is decidedly best for all purposes of the Large Limas.
Pkt. 10c; % lb. 25c; lb. 40c, Postpaid.
SHELL BEANS
All of the sorts we list under this division are grown exclusively to use as shell beans for winter use. They are grown extensively as a field crop. For horse cultivation they should be sown in rows three to four feet apart, dropping about three seeds to the hill one foot apart in the row. Bean drills are used on large acreages. The quantity per acre sown varies with the sort and soil condition all the way from 10 lbs. to 40 lbs. per acre. For dry situations by all means use the Tepary or the Mexican Pinto, but where water is plentiful and you are growing for market, the White Navy is the best known commercially. The Pink Eye is a splendid variety for home use.
TEPARY OTHER GOOD VARIETIES The Great Dry Farm Bean for the West MEXICAN PINTO—Decidedly rich in food value; extra
A Z 4 heavy cropper. This variety has been raised by the Indians in arid tracts Pink Eye—Large winter shell bean; white with pink of the West for, perhaps, centuries. At any rate it survives
spot at center. and produces a crop where the rainfall is as low as 7 to WHITE NAVY—The well known small white Boston 9 inches. It is not only a wonderful drowth resister, but
baking bean. a hardy, rapid grower as well, maturing a crop in from English or Broad Windsor—Immense size; known as the 70 to 90 days. It produces where all others fail. Pkt. 10c;
horse bean. Ib. 25c, Postpaid. Any of above: Pkt. 10c; Ib. 25c, Postpaid.
BEET—(TABLE VARIETIES)
1 oz. 50 ft. 4-6 Ibs. per Acre.
The soil best suited for beet culture is that which is rather light and well enriched. Sow in drills one foot apart and one inch deep, as early as the ground can be worked. When the young plants are two or three inches high, thin to five or six inches. The young plants that are pulled out make delicious “greens,’’ considered by many, superior even to spinach. It is a common practice to plant the seed extra thick to assure an abundance of these tender, fresh plants to use for this purpose. Sowings should be made for succession at least one a month up to the first of July, at which time we recommend making a large sowing to produce a supply of well grown roots for winter use. If the roots are gathered on the approach of cold weather and packed in slightly moist earth, they can either be kept in a cool cellar or pitted outside the same as potatoes or other root crops. In this manner they can be kept in perfect con- dition until spring.
After repeated comparative tests we recommend Crosby’s Early Egyptian as the best first early for market garden- ers. It is just as early as the old Extra Early Flat Egyptian, larger, of much finer texture and better color and for oren ground culture much to be preferred. For all purposes and general planting the Detroit Dark Red is still the leader, thourh there is a probability this old favorite may be outclassed by the ‘“New Crimson Globe,’’ which we offer this year for the first time.
CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN
This is more globular in shape than the Extra Early Egyptian, and one of the best known and most popular varieties. It is very early and of fine anality. Bright red with clear vermillion flesh. Our choice as a first early. ..Pkt. 5c; oz. 15ce; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
DETROIT DARK RED
Extended experience has shown this variety to be the best deep red turnip beet, not only for market gardeners, but for the home garden. Its splendid shape and color of the roots, make it popular with everyone who plants it. Tops small, up- right-growing, so that the rows may be close together; leaf- stems and vines dark red, blades green; roots globular or ovoid, peculiarly 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. We believe that the stock of this variety which we offer will produce a crop more uniform in shape, color and quality than any other beet seed obtainable. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
NEW CRIMSON GLOBE
A perfect beet in all respects; brilliant crimson in color, globe- shaped, with a very smooth skin, and an exceedingly small tap- root, fine grained, sweet in flavor, and tender at all times. The foliage is small, admitting of close planting. Not only a market gardener’s sort, but one of the best for the kitchen garden. Very close to the Detroit Dark Red, apparently a trifle earlier. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 45c; Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
Extra Early Egyptian—Popular early forcing or market beet
Eclipse—AImost as early as the Egyptian, but of much finer quality. ...._Improved Blood Turnip—Very regular, deep blood-red, exceed- ingly sweet.
Half-Long Blood—Rich, glossy crimson.
Bats Model—Perfectly globe-shaped; very early, deep blood- red.
Any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 40c; Ib $1.25 Post- paid.
Detroit Dark Red
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BEET—FOR SUGAR
When planted for sugar crop, from six to eight pounds of seed will be required for an acre. Seed may be sown in drills twenty to thirty inches apart. When beets are up two or three inches high, they should be thinned out so as to stand from six to eight inches apart. Discoutinue cultivation after formation of roots has commenced. On ac-- count of the amount of saccharine contained in the Sugar Beet, it is much relished by stock, and as a fattener it is Nery auan le, but does not yield the tonnage that is common with the regular Mangel Wurtzels and the Half-Sugar-
c eets.
KLEIN WENZLEBEN—This variety is without question the best in cultivation; not the largest, but the richest in) saccharine matter.
VILMORIN’S IMPROVED—A little smaller than Klein Wenzleben. A variety for sugar factories. LANE’S IMPROVED SUGAR—A well known variety, valuable for feeding. Any of above: Pkt. 5c; %4 lb. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid. Ask for Special Prices on Quantities.
BEETS FOR STOCK FEEDING
The tremendous importance of Stock Beets to every Stock and Dairy Farmer in America should be shouted from the housetops. The farmer who is not awake to the MONEY MAKING POSSIBILITIES OF THIS CROP has overlooked one of the most profitable crops know to agri- culture. JUST THINK OF IT; A YIELD OF FROM 20 TO 60 TONS PER ACRE and the FEED- ING VALUE, POUND FOR POUND, ALMOST EQUAL TO GRAIN; conservatively figured just the average yield therefore, would be the equivalent of a 1,000-bushel yield of oats, as far as feed value is concrned At the present market price of $10.00 per ton on Stock Beets, the money-value per acre would be from $200.00 to $600.00. Considering the small comparative cost of production we must say such a crop is worth while.
The statement above that the feeding value of Stock Beets almost equals that of an equal weight of grain, on the face of it, looks a “bit too thin,” but experiments in feeding cattle, hogs and poultry have proved conclusively that when Mangels and HalfSugar Beets are fed in conjunction with grain that the aid to assimilation and digestion is such that the real benefit derived from a half grain and half root ration more than equals a full grain ration. In this connection, of course, they really could truly be so rated.
Now that the price of grain is so high there is no surer way in the world for the Stock and Dairy Farmer to cut down his feed bill and increase the annual profits than to plant a liberal acreage to Stock Beets.. In European countires it is a rare thing to find a farm where a substantial portion is not devoted to the culture of Stock Beets. The Stock Beet has made it possible for Holland and Denmark to become famous for dairy products. Our own northern and eastern states are fast awakening to the possibilities and are increasing the acreage by leaps and bounds. It s time for us in the West to wake up! Get busy! and “cop the dollars.”
If you are unable to begin with a five or ten acre planting put in all you do have available. You will wish you had planted a larger field, next winter when you check up the results of your experiment.
Seeding and Cultivation—Where Stock Beets are extensively grown, the seed should be sown with a machine. Small fields may be sown with a hand drill, which will do good work and is very satisfactory. Do not crowd the rows because much of the root grows above the surface and plenty of space should be allowed for a horse and cultivator. Two to three feet apart is about right.
Freezing injures beet plants. Therefore, seed should not be sown until the ground is warm and the weather fully settled, say about the latter part of April.
The quantity of seed required per acre will vary somewhat with the variety ; about 8 to 10 lbs. is the usual amount sown. It pays to be generous with the seed and insure a good stand of plants. Shallow planting is desir- able because the seed germinates more quickly and a larger proportion will make vigorous plants than when planted deeply. One-half to one-inch of well packed earth is sufficient covering for Beet Seed, when there is a good supply of moisture in the sub-soil. Deeper planting will be required on sand lands or when the soil is dry. Thin plants to nine inches apart in the row.
Too much importance cannot be attached to the Character of the Seed. Our tests at Centerville show a marked difference in strains of apparently the same variety. We have, therefore, confined our purchases to the heaviest- yielding types, producing the largest amount of food value per acre. Our ex- periments prove that P.-W.’s Giant Sludstrup, Giant Half-Sugar, and Mam- moth Long Red Mangel are the most desirable types for our conditions. If we were selecting but one single variety we would choose P.-W.’s Giant Sludstrup Giant Half-Sugar Mangel as the leader.
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BEETS FOR STOCK FEEDING—Continued
A Field of P.-W.’s Giant Sludstrup Half Sugar Mangel. Without Doubt the Best Stock Beet in the World.
P.-W.’s GIANT SLUDSTRUP
Wonderful Yielder, Easy Harvested and Richest in Food Value Imported by us six years ago from Denmark. After thorough comparative tests we do not hesitate to place this wonderful variety at the head of the list. It grows cylindrical in shape and largely out of the ground; easily harvested, and shape prevents it being broken in handling. Crops as high as fifty tons to the acre are not unusual. Color of skin reddish-yellow above the ground and light rose tint underneath. Flesh firm, crisp and very rich in sugar. Extremely desirable for stock feeding. No other crop can match it. Price: Pkt. 5c; %4 Ib. 25c; lb. 85c, Postpaid. Not prepaid 10 lbs. $7.50.
IMPROVED MAMMOTH LONG RED MANGEL
This is truly a mammoth, a single root often weighing twenty pounds. The extra large, long roots are blood-red in color and very nutritious. Enormously productive, yielding under favorable conditions as much as 70 tons per acre. The flesh is not so rich in sugar as P.-W.’s Giant Sludstrup, yet the prodigous yield almost compensates for this deficiency. Our stock of Improved Mammoth Long Red Mangel is a selection and the roots are very large, uniformly straight and well formed; color, deep red; roots straight; tops small.
Pkt. 5c; ™% Ib. 25c; Ib. 85c, Postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $7.50.
GIANT HALF-SUGAR WHITE MANGEL
This magnificent Half-Sugar Beet, wihle giving nearly as large a yield of easily grown and harvested roots as a crop of Mammoth Long Red Mangels, supplies a food of very much higher nutritive value, the roots for feeding purposes being really more valuable, pound for pound, than those of the very best strains of Sugar Beet, and the yield under equal- ly favorable conditions is more than double. The roots grow partly out of the ground and because of this and their shape the crop can be harvested and stored at less expense. We are certain that every one who plants this variety and grows it with care will be much pleased.
Pkt. 5c; %4 Ib. 25c; Ib. 85c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid 10 Ibs. $7.50.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
Danish Red Giant Eckendorf—Is of cylindrical form and grows above the surface. Very heavy cropper. Danish Taaroje—Ovoid shape, reddish-yellow. Grows more above the surface than P.-W.’s Giant Sludstrup. Pre- ferred for very heavy soil.
Golden Tankard—Flesh yellow, thus differing from other varieties; sheep prefer it; heavy yielder.
Hoval Giant or Half-Sugar Rose—Similar to Giant Sugar, except color of skin, which is bright rose above ground, white below.
Yellow Globe—Large globular roots; good keeper, adapted for shallow soils. Gate Post—Large yellow mangel, flesh white. Price any of above: Pkt. 5c; %4 Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $7.00.
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BROCCOLI
Should be treated the same as cauliflower, which it resembles. In fact it is practically a coarse summer cauli- flower, more divided in the head, grows larger and taller and is hardier and easier to grow. Plant and cultivate the same as cabbage or kale.
EARLY LARGE WHITE—tThe best variety. Heads white and large. Pkt. 5c; oz. 40c; % Ib. $1.25; Ib. $4.00.
BRUSSEL SPROUTS
The plants are very hardy and grow from two to three feet high, bearing a large mass of leaves at the top. The sides of the main stem are covered with three or four dozen small cabbage heads which are broken off and cooked the same as cabbage.
Culture—Sow and treat the same as cabbage, which see for cultural directions.
ODENSE MARKET—Produces an abundant crop of firm, well formed sprouts, thickly set around. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; %4 Ib. 90c; Ib. $3.00, Postpaid. ‘ k i -
AMAGER MARKET—Excellent market variety; sprouts thickly set, growing about 2 inches in diameter. Pkt. 10c;
oz. 30c; % lb. 90c; Ib. $3.00, Postpaid.
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CABBAGE
1 oz. 1,500 Plants; % Ib. to Transplant an Acre.
There is perhaps no division of the vegetable family where good seed is so important to success as in the case of Cabbage and Cauliflower. This fact, coupled with the special interest in this of our Mr. Walton, who has charge of this department, possibly accounts for the extra precaution exercised in the exhaustive tests and careful selection of our stocks. As previously stated, Mr. Walton was a market gardener for a number of years before engaging in the seed business and no one can appreciate the value of the right quality seed than a successful market gardener. The difference in cost between dependable strains from specialists and cheap stuff from doubtful sources, is so slight that no wise planter would consider it for a moment.
As with all other seeds our selection of Cabbage stocks are positively from the best sources of supply, and the best strains obtainable, as proved by our own tests.
Culture—Cabbage does best in rich, moist, well prepared soil; extra care should be taken in working it deeply as most varieties of Cabbage do not thrive in shallow soils. For the early varieties (in the Mountain States and similar climatic conditions) sow in hotbeds in the late winter or very early in spring and transplant to the open ground as soon as ground ean be worked. Don’t neglect to ‘harden the plants off’’ before transplanting and see to it that they are not so thick in the beds as to make them spindly. In transplanting to the open ground set in rows 18 to 24 inches apart and 12 to 18 inches between plants in the row. For field cultivation 3 feet between rows would be better. The Fall and Winter Varieties can be handled in the same way or if the seed bed is in good condition an easier and equally success- ful method is to sow the seed in hills or with a regular garden drill in the open ground, using about one pound of sseed per acre; when plants are well out of the ground thin out to proper distances in the row.
About Pests—If bothered with cabbage worms use Corona Dry Aresenate of Lead and for the cabbage louse or Aphis, Black Leaf 40 is effective. (See Insecticides, Pages 93-95. Cabbage Plants—See Page 32.
EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES COPENHAGEN MARKET
We offered this splendid variety for the first time in 1913 and it certainly has more than fulfilled our ex- pectations, we said then as soon as it became genarally known, it would supplant the smaller Extra Early Va- rieties. Repeated comparative tests show it to be as sure a header and within one or two days aa early as the famous old Early Jersey Wakefield. For all prac- tical purposes, therefore, it is just as early. Market gardeners here are delighted with it. The plants are short-stemmed, producing heads almost on the ground, uniformly large, round, solid and of excellent quality. ‘The light green leaves are medium in size, saucer shaped and are always tightly folded; the plants may, there- fore be set closer than most other early varieties. It is a vigorous grower and yielder, as are all Cabbages from Denmark, and an excellent keeper. Our stock of Copen- hagen Market comes to us direct from the originator. see cut. Pkt. 15c; oz. 75c; 2 oz. $1.35; %4 Ib. $2.50; Ib. $7.50, Postpaid.
Copenhagen Market
P.-W.’s EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD
We assure our market gardener customers our strain of Jersey Wakefield meets every requirement in point of earliness and of even head, so that the entire crop can be marketed very early. It grows very compact with nearly oval, deep green leaves. Short stem, medium sized, very solid, pointed heads of excellent quality. Undoubtedly the best Extra Early pointed headed Cabbage, either for home or market. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; %4 Ib. $1.75; Ib. $5.00, Postpaid.
OTHER EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES
Charleston, or Large Wakefield—Large, solid heads of fine quality. 4 et) Express, or Lightning—Very early; small, conical eads
Early Winnigstadt—Medium heads; very hard.
Any of above: ..Pkt. 10c; 0z. 50c; %4 Ib. $1.75; Ib. $5.00, Postpaid.
sized, conical shaped
P.-W.s THarly Jersey Wakefield
SECOND EARLY OR SUMMER VARIETIES
P.-W.’s SUMMER BALL HEAD ENKHUIZEN GLORY
The Leading Summer Variety
This is so finely bred and true to type that in a field of twenty acres every head appears alike. We recommend it as a perfect Cabbage in every respect, not only being the largest size, but of handsome color and of the finest quality. It is probably the safest variety for the amateur to plant, as it does well at all seasons, and one is almost sure of getting a crop, no matter when planted. Pkt. 15c; oz. T5ce; % Ib. $2.50; Ib. $7.50, Postpaid.
A Great Favorite Second Early
This variety is very sure heading and of excellent quality. The plants are of vigorous growth, with large, rather spreading outer leaves which are noticeably curved and frilled. The heads are globular or very nearly round, very solid and of large size for so early a variety. Pkt. 15c; oz. 75c; 2 oz. $1.35; % Ib. $2.50; lb. $7.50, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
All Seasons—A general favorite in this section; heads of good size and fine quality.
Fottler’s Improved Brunswick—Heads solid; a sure header.
Succession—Desirable for medium early or main crop.
large, flat and
Any of above:
Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; % Ib. $1.75;
Volga—This variety is of recent introduction and has much merit. It is early in maturing and makes large, round heads, very solid.
All Head Early—The best of the flat-head early summer Cabbages. Heads roundish-flat, very solid and grows uni- form in size and form,
Ib. $5.00.
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P.-W.’s Short Stemmed Danish Ball Head or Holland Cabbage
CABBAGE—FALL AND WINTER VARIETIES
DANISH BALL HEAD (or Hollander) P.-W.’s Short Stemmed Strain
This selected stock is the most popular of all late va- rieties for winter use. Genuine seed grown on Amager Island, Denmark. Because of its “great solidity’’ of head, and its unequalled keeping and shipping qualities, Danish Ball Head has supplanted nearly all other varieties for winter use. Many trials have demonstrated the superiority of the Danish seed of this variety over that grown in other countries and localities. It is sure to head, being round, hard and extremely heavy, though not extra large. It can be grown in close quarters on account of its compact habit, and as to its keeping qualities, it comes out of the pit in March or April as fresh as when put in, with absolutely no waste. No cabbage has attained to so great a popularity as the true strain of P.-W.’s Short Stemmed Danish Ball Head, without doubt the leading Fall and Winter Cabbage. Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; %4 Ib. $1.75; Ib. $6.00, Postpaid.
DANISH ROUND HEAD
Sweet flavor and crisp, tender texture. The great weight of the heads is commented upon by every one who has seen them. Hard as a bullet and heavy as lead,” is the usual comment, which very aptly describes this variety. Danish Round Head has a little less foliage than the Danish Ball Head, which is perhaps and advantage in resisting blight or mould in damp situations. Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; %4 Ib. $1.75; Ib. $6.00, Postpaid.
CABBAGE PLANTS—See Page 32.
DANISH BALL HEAD Long Stemmed Strain
Our tests show this to be almost identical in appearance, quality, texture and habits of growth with the Short Stem- med, except the height of the stems, which are from 10 to 12 inches, while the Short Stemmed strain is only 3 to 5 inches. This feature makes this type a little more de- sirable for very moist climates and heavy muck lands as the under leaves do not touch the ground and are there- fore not so apt to blight or rust. It is from 10 days to 2 weeks later than the Short Stemmed strain. Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; %4 Ib. $1.75; Ib. $6.00, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
AUTUMN KING or WORLD BEATER—A beautiful winter variety of vigorous growth and extra large, solid heads of bluish green. Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; 1%4 Ib. $1.75; lb. $6.00, Postpaid.
PREMIUM LATE FLAT DUTCH.—One of the largest late varieties. Pkt. 10c; oz. 40c; %4 Ib. $1.25; Ib. $4.00 Postpaid.
_ MAMMOTH RED ROCK—The largest and surest head- ing Red Cabbage; deep red color; very hard and solid. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; %4 Ib. $1.65; Ib. $5.00, Postpaid.
MARVIN’S SAVOY or “CRUMPLED LEAF—It is al- most a sure header; produces large, solid heads; fine for summer and fall use Especially desired for boiling and ee slaw. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; 1%4 Ib. $1.65; Ib. $5.00, Post- paid.
For larger quantities than here quoted send post card for Special Price List.
CHICORY—Sow the seed as early in the spring as the ground can be prepared in a rather light, moderately rich
soil, in drills two or two and one-half feet apart, of either garden or field culture.
large, thin to six inches apart in the row. evaporator of kiln constructed for the purpose.
When the plants are sufficiently
Cultivate well and in the fall dig the roots, slice them and dry in an apple
Large Rooted Madgeburg.—Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c; %4 Ib. $1.00; Ib. $3.50, Postpaid. CHIVES, Allium Schoenoprasum—An onion-like plant used as a salad and for flavoring purposes. One sowing will
answer for about three years.
will produce about 3,000 plants.
Creole or Southern—Cabbage greens, used as a substitute for cabbage in the south.
Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
CORN SALAD—Sow in spring in drills one foot apart; it will mature in six or eight weeks. Three ounces to 100 feet of drill.
spring use, sow in drills in August or September. Broad Leaved—Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 Ib. 70c, Postpaid.
Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 30c; oz. $1.00, Postpaid.
COLLARDS—Sow seeds the same as for late cabbage plants. rows, or the plants may be transplanted and set a foot apart in the rows.
See Page 32 for Plants.
The crop of green may be grown directly in the seed Best after being touched by frost. One ounce
Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 45c;
For winter and early Large seeded.
CRESS
Splendid for salad, garnishing. Sow seed one foot apart in open ground.
Sow often for succession, as it soon runs
to seed. Water Cress requires a stream of running water, ditch or pond, in which it will grow without care, except at
first keeping weeds from interfering with it.
EXTRA CURLED or PEPPERGRASS—Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.10, Postpaid. WATER CRESS.—Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c; % Ib. $1.75, Postpaid.
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COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
CARROTS (TABLE USE)
-I oz. 150 Feet; 4 to 6 Ibs. per Acre.
Sow any time in spring in deep, loose soil, prefer- ably sandy loam about one-half inch deep, in rows eighteen inches apart and thin to three inches apart. Water freely at all times.
The Carrot is one of the most wholesome and nu- tritious of our garden roots, deserving to be more ex- tensively used.
P.-W.’s CHANTENAY The Market Gardener’s Favorite
Tops medium sized; necks small; roots tapering slightly, but uniformly stump-rooted and smooth; color, deep orange-red; flesh, very crisp and tender. Although this is a medium early sort it furnishes roots of usable size as early as any; it is a heavy cropper, and is undoubtedly one of the best for both the market and the private garden, while its great productiveness makes it very desirable as a field sort. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 35c; Ib. $1.00.
DANVERS HALF LONG
An old, popular variety and in the past the most largely used, not only for stock raising, but for table use as well. The perfect type is about eight inches long and about two and one-half inches wide at the shoulder, tapering to a sort of half-point at the bot- tom Color is a_ bright orange-scarlet; is a very heavy cropper. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c;; %4 lb. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
OX HEART (or Guerande)
Very distinct and desirable, smooth and tandsome, very thick and blunt-rooted, about three and one- half inches thick at shoulder and four and one-half inches long; a rapid grower and of fine quality; color, orange-red; a good all-season Carrot. Wasily harvested and does better on more shallow soils than the other varieties. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
EARLY FRENCH or PARISIAN FORCING—This is the earliest Carrot grown; small orange-red, globu- lar shaped root. Pkt. 5c; oz. lic; % Ib. 45c; Ib $1.35, Postpaid.
RED St. VALLERY—Sometimes called Pointed Danvers. It is an intermediate between Danvers Half Long and Long Orange. Rich, redish orange color, tender and sweet; good for table or stock. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
Early Scarlet Horn or Short Horn—Well known smal] early, bunching variety. Pkt. 10c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
STOCK CARROTS
Sow in drills far enough apart for horse cultivator and thin out in row to 5 to 6 inches. Requires about three pounds of seed per acre.
We consider the Improved Short White the best Stock Carrot, all thing considered. If a yellow carrot is wanted Improved Long Orange will give good returns.
IMPROVED SHORT WHITE
This is the best and most productive for stock feeding. It is very early, an excellent keeper when properly stored. It is thick at the shoulder and tapers rather quickly, being from six to eight inches in length. Color, green at crown, white below. Flesh white, solid and crisp and of excellent quality. ;
WHITE BELGIAN—A very productive, white-fleshed variety for stock feeding. :
IMPROVED LONG ORANGE—Roots long, thickest near the crown, tapering regularly to a point; color deep orange. Immense vielder.
MASTODON—Favorite white, good yielder.
YELLOW BELGIAN—Same as White Belgian, ex- cepting color.
Price any of above:
A Field of Chantenay Carrots in Full Bloom at our Centerville Seed Farm
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c; Ib. 85c, Postpaid.
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POP CORN
Same cultural directions as Sweet Corn.
WHITE PEARL—Large, smooth white grains.
WHITE RICE—The best of home or market. Fars short, grains pointed, resembling rice. Sometimes called “‘Squir- rel Tooth."”’ None superior.
..Any of above: Pkt. 10c; Ib. 25c, Postpaid.
DANDELION
An early growing plant now much esteemed for greens, which are cooked like mustard or spinach. Sow the seed in May or June on good rich soil, and thoroughly cultivate, when the leaves are ready to cut the following spring. An ounce will sow 200 feet of row.
Improved Large Leaved—The largest leaved and best cutting variety. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c; %4 Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
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CAULIFLOWER
It is easy to grow in the garden, providing the soil is made rich and porous. fall crop, and transplant to garden or field the latter part of July.
Plant the seed in beds in May for For early summer crop, plant the seed in hot-
beds in January or early in February and the plants will be ready for the field as soon as danger of frost is over.
Young plants should be thinned, since they become very spindly if allowed to grow too thick. field, they should be set in rows two feet apart each way
growth is not checked, they will head well. from the sun.
P.-W.’s PERFECTION CAULIFLOWER
We obtained this grand new specialist. Our tests show it to be the peer of all yet de- veloped. It is adapted for either early or late fall use. Its sure heading characteristics are remarkable and su- perior to any other strain that has come under our ob- servation. It produces beautiful snow-white, compact, solid heads uniformly of good size and excellent quality. Truly a perfect Cauliflower in al] despects, adapted equally well fo: market or home use. You will never regret trying it out this years; its a “sure winner.’”’ Pkt. 20c; %4 oz. $1.25; oz. $4.50; % lb. $16.00, Postpaid.
ERFURT EARLIEST DWARF
This variety will stand the test with any extra early sort. It is very dwarf in habit, producing pure white heads of great solidity and finest quality desirable forcing. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 70c; oz. $2.50; %4 lb. $9.00, Postpaid.
strain from a Danish
Transplanted to the If thev are hardened before setting in the field and the
When heading, tie the outside leaves closely over the head to protect it One ounce of seed produces 1,500 to 2,000 plants
It requires about 10,000 plants for an acre.
P.-W.’s DANISH GIANT Dry Weather Cauliflower
The merits of this variety are recognized by increasing sale every year. Heads are pure white and of fine quality. In growth, size and other characteristics very similar to the Early Snowball. Its main feature is the fact that it will stand an unusual amount of dry or warm weather and still produce large, solid heads. In some climates, where heretofore it has been impossible to grow good cauliflower, this fine variety has proven a success. It is ready for market about a week later than Extra Early Erfurt. Pkt. 20c; %4 oz. 90c; oz. $3.00; % Ib. $10.00, Postpaid.
EARLY SNOWBALL
The well known standy-by which has been so long a favorite both of the home and market gardener. It is still just as good as ever. Our stock comes from the world’s best cauliflower specialists and is equal to any in the market. From careful comparative tests we know “‘where- of we speak.” Pkt. 20c; %4 oz. 90c; oz. $3.00; 14 Ib. $10.00, Postpaid.
EGG PLANT
1 oz. 1,000 to 2,000 Plants.
The seed germinates rather slowly, and it is well to start under glass, with moderately high temperature, in March.
When all danger of frost is over, and
the plants are strong,they should be transplanted carefully to the garden or field.
Egg Plant does not do as well as where cool nights prevail, as in places where nights are warm. It needs a warm climate
to insure quick and uninterrupted growth.
BLACK BEAUTY—Earliest and best of all large fruited Egg Plants. The grand large fruits are thick and most attractive, rich, lustrous, purplish-black. Intensely _bril- liant coloring is uniform over the whole fruit. The fruits develop quickly, so the entire crop can be gathered before there is any danger of frost. Pkt. 5c; oz. 70c; 2 oz. $1.25; % Ib. $2.50; Ib. $7.00, Postpaid.
NEW YORK IMPROVED LARGE PURPLE—The fruit of this variety is very large and of fine quality, and its extreme productiveness makes it a very profitable sort for market gardeners. Plants large, spreading foliage of light green, fruit very large and oval; coloring splendid dark purple. Pkt. 5c; oz. 70c; 2 oz. $1.25; % Ib. $2.50; Ib. $7.00 Postpaid.
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CELERY
One ounce will produce from 5.000 to 10,000 plants.
_ For early summer, Celery sow seed of the self-blanching sort in flats under glass during February, and prick out, singly or in sections of row, into other flats, frames, or 1n nursery row in the open, selecting soil in the highest state of cultivation. In May, to June, set the plants in very rich and well prepared land, six inches apart in the rows, and rows three to four feet apart. Give thorough and clean cultivation, and blanch out by means of boards set up against the rows. For later and winter Celery, start seed of standard sorts either in flats as for early, only a little later, or directly into open ground. Make the rows for plants one foot apart; sow seed shallow and firm well. The rows in which the plants are to be set are four to five feet apart. Blanch by earthing up gradually clear to within a few inches of tips of leaves. For winter storage, take up the plants with roots, and place upright on wet soil in a dark cellar or root-house, packing closely.
P.-W.’s GOLDEN CRISP CELERY
The Far-Famed Utah Celery So Much in Demand Everywhere
This strain was originally developed by the Chinese gardeners. Its superior qualities gave them exclusive control of the celery market while their supply lasted. We have finally succeeded in getting a reliable source of supply for the seed of this much sought after variety. It is much stouter, thicker and heavier, with double the amount of heart of any known celery. The plant is beautiful in appearance, of close habit, and compact growth, and blanches to a beautiful creamy white. Ribs perfectly solid, crisp and of a delicious nutty flavor. Once sown, always grown. Pkt. 10c; oz. $1.00; 14 Ib. $3.00; Ib. $10.00, Postpaid.
GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING
The best of early self-blanching varieties. Of quick growth, easy self-blanching character, combined with handsome appear- ance and crisp, sweet flavor. The plants are of a compact growth, of broad, thick stocks, being from: 18 to 20 inches in height, and form a large, handsome bunch. A market garden favorite every- where. French grown seed. Pkt. 15c; 0z. 85c; %4 lb. 2.85; Ib. $8.50, Postpaid.
American Grown.—Pkt. 10c; 0z. 40c; %4 Ib. $1.15; Ib. $3.50, Post-
re OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
Giant Pascal—A superior keeping sort; large thick, solid, round stalks, blanching golden yellow; crisp and fine.
Dwarf Golden Heart—Large heart; solid, round stalks, blanch- ing golden yellow; crisp and fine. Perfection Heartwell—Excellent large green variety. Stalks grow long and thick, very compact, crisp.
WHITE PLUME—Unsurpassed for fall and early winter use, requiring very little earthing up to blanch.
WINTER QUEEN—Medium height, broad, light green stocks, very solid, tender and crisp; blanches perfectly.
Any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 lb. 80c; Ib. $2.50, Postpaid.
CELERIAC (Turnip Rooted Celery)
Large Smooth Prague—An improved form of the Turnip-Rooted Celery. Roots large, round and smooth, and free from side roots ; a profitable variety for market gardeners. Sow seed same as Celery, transplant into rows two feet apart and about six to eight inches in the row. No earthing up is required for Celeriac, as it is the roots which are the edible portion of the vegetable. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 30c; % Ib. 90c; lb. $2.75, Postpaid.
ENDIVE
1 oz. 300 ft.; 4 to 5 lbs. per Acre.
A salad vegetable which is becoming very valuable for winter use. Seed should be sown in June or July, in rows and thinned to about six inches apart. When quite well grown, the outer leaves should be tied as to blanch the inner leaves and heart. It is more palatable after frost, being a little bitter if used in
, - the summer. Fes, Golden wCrisp WHITE CURLED—Plant moderately dense, with divided leaves
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BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN—Broad, more or which are very light in color, even the outer ones being nearly
less twisted and waved green leaves with thick white. Considered by many the most beautiful sort. i white mid-ribs. The inner leaves form a fairly GREEN CURLED—Very curly. The mid-rib being wide and firm head which blanches nearly white and is crisp, whitish, with the outer edges very much indented and curled,
tender and of fine flavor. Unsurpassed for salads. forming a very attractive plant. Any of above: Pkt. 5c; 0z. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid. GARLIC—See page 25. HORSERADISH—See Page 32.
KALE OR BORECOLE
A species of Cabbage. Forming a mass of leaves, some varieties being very beautiful and curly. The leaves are cooked as greens. The plant is very hardy and is not injured by frosts. It is well to sow in September, in the same manner as Spinach; still it can be grown very late in the season; young shoots start out very early in the spring from the old stumps, and are very desirable for cooking, making very excellent greens.
DWARFED CURLED SCOTCH—Grows very low and TALL GREEN EARLY SCOTCH—Very hardy, not in- compact, with large, bright deep green leaves curled, cut jured by March frost. About 30 inches tall, with many and crimped, resembling somewhat a bunch of moss. There dark green leaves, intensely curled and cut, forming a are not a few who cultivate this plant simply for beauty. very beautiful plant.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; 0z. 20c; %4 Ib. 60c; Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
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SWEET CORN
Plant about the middle of May, or as soon as the ground is dry (if planted too early, Corn is apt to rot), in hills three feet apart each way, 7 or 8 kernels to a hill; hoe often, and draw dirt to the stems; thin to 4 stalks, and break off side shoots. Use plenty of old, fine manure. For succession plant every two or three weeks until last of July.
EARLY VARIETIES P. W.’s GOLDEN ROD
This best of all yellow varieties is a cross between Stowell’s Evergreene and Golden Bantam, and it possesses many of the merits of both parents with other merits exclusively its own. The plants, sturdy, healthy and leafy, grow 6 to 7 feet high and bear almost invariably on each stalk two fine ears 8 to 10 inches in length, filled to the very tips with 12 rows of deep succulent kernels of a rich, transparent cream-yellow, tender, deliciously melting and ‘‘sweet as honey.’’ This luscious “milk” stage qualtiy is maintained for an unusually long time on ac- count of the thick, protecting husks which also check attacks from insects, worms and smut. Pkt. 10c; lb. 40c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 lbs. $2.50.
ARISTOCRAT The Big Eared Extra Early Sugar Corn
A new extra early variety, ripening with the Cory; stalks grow 4 to 5 feet high and ears are of large size, measuring 8 to 10 inches in length, 8 rowed. The grains are extremely sweet, and, being decidedly broad, allow of easy scoring with a knife preparatory to buttering when eating from the cob. The best in our estimation of the early pink or red cob varieties. Very productive. Excellent for market purposes. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 35c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.50.
GOLDEN BANTAM
Very popular extra early, golden-yellow. Stalks grow about four feet in height, producing 8-rowed ears, 6 to 7 inches long. Deliciously sweet and tender. Pkt. 10c; lb. 35c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.50.
OTHER WELL KNOWN EARLIES
Extra Early Adams—Not a Sugar Corn, but grown for table use because of its earliness.
EARLY MAMMOTH WHITE CORY—Stalks short; ears set quite low, of fair size. Very early.
EARLY MINNESOTA—Ears about 8 inches long; early; ker- nels broad, sweet and tender.
GOLDEN CREAM—A very fine corn on the order of Golden Bantam and following that popular sort in maturity.
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21 Aristocrat P.-W.’s Golden Rod oe P.-W.’s Extra Early—Large ears, 8 inches long, of the finest 24 Country Gentleman x quality, free from worms, only one week later than the dwarf x One Pkt. each of above for 25c, > Spi avarictiens lhe fodder grows five and six feet high. Not * Postpaid. » .
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MAIN CROP VARIETIES
P.-W.’s NARROW GRAINED EVERGREEN
This is a most desirable addition to the second early or main crop family of Sweet Corn. Our tests show it to be three or four days earlier than the well known Stowell’s Evergreen. It makes a handsome ear about 9 inches long with a small cob containing 18 to 20 rows of very deep, narrow white grains. Wonderful canning var- iety Pkt. 10c; lb. 35c, Postpaid. _Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.50.
COUNTRY GENTLEMAN
Grand old “stand-by” for main crop, or canning. It produces three to four ears to each stalk. The ears are 7 to 8 inches long, cob small and densely covered with long, slender white grains without row forma-tion Deliciously sweet and tender. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 40c Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 lbs. $2.75.
OTHER GOOD SORTS
Black Mexican—Grains deep bluish-purple of delicious quality ; medium early.
Crosby’s Early—An old standard second-early variety, of good medium size and good quality.
DAVIS COUNTY EXCELSIOR—A very valuable second- early variety. Ears large, cobs small, and grains almost pure white. A heavy yielder. Very sweet.
Early Evergreen—Similar to Stowell’s Evergreen, but earlier.
STOWELL’S EVERGREEN—Grown more than any other sort. Ears large, with deep, sugary grains.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 10c; lb. 35c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.25.
For FIELD AND SILO CORN see Pages 39-40.
KOHL RABI
This plant forms a firm bulb above the ground and bears short If the seed is sown early the young bulbs will be ready to use in the spring, and The seed should be planted in the open garden, and the young
tastes very much like the turnip. a planting in July will secure vegetables for fall use. plants thinned to four to six inches.
EARLY WHITE VIENNA—It is the most desirable for general use. It is very early and has small tops. Color light silvery-green. Bulbs of medium size and of best quality.
leaves. The bulb is edible and when cooked
Early Purple Vienna—An early variety, with a bright purple bulb, leaves and stems green tinged with purple.
Large Green—Most productive; bulbs large greenish- white; used mostly for stock feeding.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; 0z. 30c; %4 Ib. $1.00; Ib. $3.00, Postpaid. If you wish quantities larger than quoted ask for Special List.
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CUCUMBERS
1 oz. 75 Hills; 2 to 3 Ibs. per Acre
The soil best adapted for the culture of Cucumbers is a rich, warm, moist loam. Plant in hills four or five feet each way.
ground as soon as danger of frost is over.
Seed should be sown in the open As the young plant has many
enemies, seed should be sown quite thickly, half-inch in depth, and when well out of the ground, thinned to three or
four plants to the hill. Leave none to ripen if you want a full crop.
Cucumbers should be gathered by cutting, not earing, every day or at least every other day.
P.-W.’s Klondike White Spine
EARLY FORTUNE
Comparative tests with all other strains of White Spine prove that this new type has all the “earmarks” of be- coming the most popular market variety yet developed. The present specimen was discovered originally in a field of “Davis Parfect,’’ and was recognized as being distinct from the original. The strain has now become thoroughly “fixed,” so there is no perceptable variation in large acre-
ages. It is a quick grower, very productive and disease- resistant; fruits nine inches long, slightly tapering; flesh white, very firm and crisp, with very few seeds; color
rich, dark green, which does not fade when shipped a long distance. There is no doubt but what market gardeners will grow this to the exclusion of all others when they once give it a trial. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
DAVIS PERFECT
A Splendid Forcer and Shipper It is a medium early, extra long, dark green type; re- tains its color and good qualities long after being picked; fruit is exceptionally long. smooth and tapering at both ends; flesh crisp, solid, with few seeds. Very productive _ market variety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.35, Postpaid.
P.-W.’s KLONDIKE WHITE SPINE
After years of experimenting, we have found this to be a reliable, all-purpose variety for market garden, as well as the home garden. It cannot fail to be profitable, whether grown for early slicing, or late pickling. The fruit, when suitable to ship, is six or seven inches in length, green to the tip and ends, solid, crisp and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. lic; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.30, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
Arlington White Spine—Of medium size and good color; excellent under ylass.
BOSTON PICKLING—Of uniform size; tender and productive.
Early Cluster—Makes a ripid growth and is very pro- ductive. Fruits are short and produced in clusters. Color dark green and the quality is good.
Early Frame, or Short Green—Productive, strong and vigorous, fruits straight but smaller at ends, bright green eolor; crisp and tender.
Improved Long Green—The leading long growing sort, and excellent for pickles.
P.-W.’s FORCING WHITE SPINE—Improved through careful selection: for forcing in hothouses and frames.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. lic? % lb. 35c; Ib. $1.10, Postpaid.
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LEEK
A species of onion, which does not form a bulb, but is used for its mild and delicious root, stem and neck. It
can be planted in rows, and the young plants thinned to about four inches. When well grown, put up with earth to
get a long white stem Seed should be planted in June for good plants in the fall or winter.
Giant Musselburgh—This is the best variety, having good thick stems, which are also long, very vigorous and of a sweet, mild flavor.
American Flag—Long, large stems, sweet and _ wihte when properly blanched; vigorous grower one of the old stand-bys.
Either of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; %4 Ib. 75c, Ib. $2.75 Postpaid.
MEDICINAL OR POT HERBS
Herbs delight in rich, mellow soil. inches thin out to proper distance or transplant.
Sow seeds early in spring in shallow drill one foot apart. When up a few They should be cut on a dry day, just before they come into full blos-
som, tied in bunches and hung up or spread thinly on the fioor where they can dry quickly.
Postpaid Pkt. Oz. Anise (Pimpella Anisum)—Seeds aromatic........ 5e 25c
Caraway (Carum Carui)—Used in flavoring liqu-
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Postpaid Pkt. Oz.
Lavender—True. For oil and distilled water -.......5 50c Marjoram—Sweet. Used in seasoning.... 30c Rosemary—Yeilds an aromatic oil and wate 50c Sage—Common. A culinary herb; also us
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LETTUCE
1 oz. 3,000 Plants; 4 to 5 Ibs. per Acre
There is so great a difference in localities in regard to culture of Lettuce, that it is hard to get a uniform rule for culture. For the ordinary house garden, it is desirable to use one variety of each type, and several plantings should be made to secure succession. The seed should be planted in rows eighteen inches apart, as early as possible, and the young
plants of cabbage variety should be thinned unti] four inches apart. Varieties that do not head may be left quite thick, and when fairly well grown, those thinned out may be used.
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HEADING OR CABBAGE TYPES
NEW YORK (Los Angeles Market)
The Leading Summer Curly Head Lettuce Either for Home or Market
It produces immense heads, often 13 to 16 inches across, and weighing enormously. The interior blanches beauti- fully, creamy-white, crisp, tender, delicious and is absolute- ly free from any trace of bitterness. It is a very large, robust growing variety, rooting deeply, resisting hot, dry weather, very slow to run to seed and a sure header under most trying conditions. The outer color is of a distinct apple-green. As a standard hot weather summer lettuce it is in every way desirable and has no equal, but is not recommended for forcing. (See cut). Prices: Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
P.-W.’s EXTRA EARLY The Quickest Growing Head Lettuce; Best for Forcing
This splendid variety forms fine, hard heads of medium size within a few weeks after planting. The color is a light green with a slight brownish tint on the head. The leaves are smooth, crisp, rich and deliciously palatable. Unquestionably the best smooth leaved butter head lettuce grown. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
COS OR ROMAINE
Trianon—This is the best of this type. Forms a large light green plant with the head well folded and quite solid. The flavor is different form ordinary lettuces and es- teemed by many. Either tie the plants to blanch them, or plant them closely, 5 inches apart. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15¢; Y%, lb. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD SORTS
Big Boston —Highly recommended for outside; similar to old Boston Market, but much larger in size.
Deacon—Has very few waste outside leaves, grows very solid and of a delicious buttery flavor.
HANSON—It is wholly free from bitter taste, having a sweet and rich flavor. A perfect open-air lettuce in all respects, hardy and may be set out in the early spring or grown late in the fall. One of the most popular now grown.
May King—Fine for forcing and outdoors; heads of medium size; yellowish-green in color; very early.
ICE BERG—Large crisp, tender head. Outside leaves light green, tinged with brown. Stands hot weather won- derfully well.
Any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
CURLED OR LOOSE LEAVED VARIETIES
Black Seeded Simpson—One of the best; large, thin and exceedingly tender. Early Curled Simpson—A popular early sort; forming a large loose head.
GRAND RAPIDS—The most popular variety for green- house planting.
Prizehead—Large, loose headed sort; leaves tinged with brown; very heavy.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
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MUSKMELONS
One oz. 50 Hills; 2 to 3 Ibs. per Acre Melons thrive best in a light, rich soil. Plant early in May, when the ground has become warm, hills 5 to 6 feet apart each way for Muskmelons, 8 to 10 feet for Watermelons, and plant in each 12 to 15 seeds; after all danger of bugs is over, thin out to three or four plants per hill. A few hills for early use may be had by sowing on pieces of sod in a hot bed, and when warm enough to transplant to open ground. Melon vines are subject to the same destructive insect and fungus foes as are cucumbers and squash vines. Early and repeated spraying with Arsenate of Lead Mixture is al-
ways advisable for these crops. See pages 93 and 95.
GREEN FLESHED VARIETIES
® P.-W.’s DELICIOUS GOLD LINED : ROCKY FORD
An Improved Strain of the Old Standard Rocky Ford : or Netted Gem
This comes directly from the originator at Rocky Ford. The immense success shows it to be the coming leader of Green Fleshed Melons. This ideal type is of medium oval shape about five inches long, thickly netted skin without ribs. (See cut.) Con tains a small seed cavity, rind thin, leaving a thick lining of flesh which is a most delicious, juicy flavor, and fairly melts in the mouth. Color of fresh is green, except a tinge of yellow at center. Seed selected from uniform specimens, the pick of the crop. Pkt. 10c; oz. 15c; Y% Ib. 45c; Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
HONEY DEW (improved Cassaba)
Unlike the ordinary muskmelon, the outer skin is smooth und hard, nearly white, turning to a lemon tint when fully ripe. Melons are large, weighing from six to ten pounds each, round to oval in shape, extremely thick meated and have a very small seed cavity; flesh is light green, very solid and of rich honey-like flavor, luscous and juicy, much more so than any variety of muskmelon. An excellent keeping melon, and fruits may be laid away for use late in the fall. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; %4 lb. 80c; Ib. $2.50, Postpaid.
ROCKY FORD (or Netted Gem)
The Most Widely Cultivated Canteloupe in the West by the Market Gardeners : P Hundreds of carloads are shipped to the “big city” markets annually. It is of the Netted Gem type. Oval in shape, slightly ribbed, averaging from four and one-half to five inches in length; of a rich flavor and very fine and smooth grain. Flesh is of a light green color through- out when ripe. Seed from Regular Field Run of Melons after “rogues” have been eliminated: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1% Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid. GROWER’S STOCK SEED—In 1 Ib. Sealed Bags, $1.35, Postpaid.
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OTHER GOOD GREEN FLESHED VARIETIES
Anne Arundel—Oval; heavily netted; solid; grand shipper. EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACK—Hardy; prolific; large, round; deeply ribbed, coarsely netted; green flesh; delicious.
Eden Gem—Immensely prolific, heavily netted, flesh light green; excellent quality.
Pine Apple—A Rocky Ford type in all respects, except its distinctive pine apple flavor.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
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SALMON FLESHED VARIETIES
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BURRELL’S GEM
Extensively Grown for Market
Equally good for the home garden, unquestionably the best salmon fleshed variety. Similar in appearance to its parent ‘“‘Defender.”’ It is easily crated, medium size; oval in shape, slightly ribbed, covered close with net. The flesh is firm, fine grained, rich deep yellow; vine is vigorous and very productive
Regular Stock: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
Growers Stock, Seed in Sealed 1-lb. Bags: $1.35, Postpaid.
DEFENDER
This well known type is just as valuable as ever. It is of medium size, oval shaped, ribbed and well netted; flesh deep salmon and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; Y% Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.10, Postpaid.
MUSHROOMS
Mushrooms may be grown by anyone having a supply of fresh manure and shed or cellar or under a greenhouse
bench, where a temperature of 50 or 60 degrees is evently maintained.
They make a most profitable crop when success-
fully grown, and the American market is the best in the world for this most delicious of foods.
Pure Culture Spawn—Requires one brick of spawn for about
5 bricks, $1.75, Postpaid. : Full cultural directions with every order.
9 square feet of bed. One brick, 45c; 2 bricks, 80c;
MUSTARD
1 oz. 50 ft. Row
Excellent greens, of sharp, pungent flavor; cooked the same as Spinach.
frequent intervals throughout the summer. Giant Southern Curled—Curled leaf, large.
Sow in drills early in the spring, and at
Ford Hook Fancy—Beautiful dark green leaves. White London—An English favorite.
Price of any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; Ib. 90c, Postpaid.
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P.-W.’s Kleckley Sweets Watermelon
WATERMELONS
1 oz. 30 Hills; 4 to 5 lbs. per Acre
See direction given under Muskmelons.
P.-W.’s KLECKLEY SWEETS (Or Monte Cristo)
The Best Melon for Home Garden or Near-by Markets.
There is no melon superior in quality to this strain of Kleckley Sweets. The bright scarlet flesh is the ideal of Watermelon quality; firm, crisp, entrely free from stringi- ness or cotton and ‘“‘sweet as sugar.’’ The melon is oblong in shape, about twenty inches in length by ten or twelve inches in diameter. The skin is a rich dark green. For the home garden and local market it should always be given a place. This melon is very much in demand on the Salt Lake market. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 15c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25; sealed 1-lb. bags, $1.75, Postpaid.
TOM WATSON The Leading Melon for Shipping to Distant Markets
It will endure rougher handling than “Kleckley’s Sweets.” It grows a very large size, long in shape, colored a medium green with a light tracing of a darker shade; flesh rich red and of good quality; seeds white. We have a very fine selected stock of this melon that wil surely please our market gardener customers. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c3; %4 Ib. 35c, Ib. $1.00. Extra selected stock seed in 1-lb. sealed bags, $1.75, Postpaid.
WINTER WATERMELON (King and Queen)
As the name indicates, this is a winter variety. The firmness of the flesh causes it to be the longest keeper of the watermelon family. Put into a cool place it will keep long into the winter without losing its delicious sweetness or exquisite flavor. Flesh is red and extremely firm, in fact, almost as hard as citron—very brittle and deliciously sweet. Ths melon is round shaped and the skin is a very light green, almost white. It is a good drouth resister and does well in most any section of the West, where melons of any sort can be grown. No garden should be without this exceptional variety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 50c; Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
CHILIAN OR CANNON BALL
This is a great favorite in California, both with home and market gardeners. It is nearly round, medium size; skin very dark, rich green; rind thin; flesh bright red and exceedingly crisp and sugary. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; lb. $1.25, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD WELL KNOWN VARIETIES
Cuban Queen—Large oval; striped dark and light green; flesh red; late sort.
Citron—Red seeded.
only.
HALBERT HONEY—Oblong; dark green skin, thin rind, crimson flesh, luscious flavor.
Kolb’s Gem—Short, thick, very large dark green, marbled lighter; flesh red; good shipper.
Mclver’s Wonderful Sugar—One of the sweetest melons* medium size, striped, flesh red, stringless.
New National—Pale green, darker green markings, flesh red, stringless.
Small round fruits; for preserves
Phinney’s Early—Very early; medium size, stripes light and dark mottled, flesh pink; delicious.
Rocky Ford—Burrell’s strain, identical with Kleckley’s Sweets.
True Dixie—Prolific yielder; dark green with stripes of lighter green.
Gray Monarch—Long melon; rind mottled light gray- green; flesh bright crimson; excellent.
Sweetheart—Medium early, large size, round to oblong thick, tough rind; good shipper; color light green, slightly veined darker; flesh red.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Prepaid.
OKRA OR GUMBO 1 oz. 50 ft. of Drill
Sow late in the spring, after the ground has become warm, in drills three feet apart, and when plants are three inches high, thin out from ten to twelve inches. They should be well manured. They can also be started in a hot bed and transplanted afterward. The young green seed pods of this plant are used in soups, stews and served like asparagus.
Dwarf Green—Prolific and porductive.
White Velvet—The pods are large, perfectly round and smooth and attractive;
of superior flavor and tenderness.
Plants comparatively dwarf and of compact branching growth. This is the best for all purposes. Either of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 30c; lb. $1.00, Postpaid.
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ONIONS
i Oz., 100 Feet, 4-6 Ibs. per Acre.
Sow in drills twelve to sixteen inches apart, sowing the seed thinly and’ cover thinly. If desired for transplanting, seeds may be sown broadcast, covering a quarter of an inch deep and transplanted when size of straws. Onions prefer a deep friable loam, very heavily enriched, but no fresh manure, therefore, fertilize the year previous to sowing. Thin to three inches apart in row. While moisture-loving much water is fatal and should never touch the plants after too old to pull for eating green. For keeping quality, always irrigate between the rows.
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P.-W.’s OHIO YELLOW GLOBE ONION
Unquestionably the Yellow Onion for General Culture
It is similar to the Yellow Globe Danvers in shape, round, a little depressed at top and bottom, medium size, but remarkably solid, and heavy, producing as much weight per acre as almost any variety grown. The skin is a beautiful yellow, tops ripen down close, necks small,, One of the surest keepers grown. Flesh is an attractive sparkling white of mild and pleasant flavor. It forms a bulb very early in the season, so that it may be used practically the entire summer, ripening up crisp and solid in the fall. The tops die off entirely leaving fine appearing uniform shaped bulbs without neck. Under favorable conditions, from 900 to 1,000 bushels is not an uncommon yeild per acre.
From our trials we can highly recommend it for general crop. Pkt. 5c: oz. 25e; %4 Ib. 75c; lb. $2.50, Postpaid.
AUSTRALIAN BROWN GIGANTIC GIBRALTAR
The leading dark skinned onion for all purposes. It is Truly a giant in size, can be grown successfully in the best keeper of any type that has come under our districts where season is comparatively long, but we do observation. For northern sections and high altitudes not recommend it for the north and “high” valleys. It where the seasons are short No better success could be does splendidly in the vicinity of Salt Lake City. obtained with any other type. It matures extra early, An immense light yellow onion; fine grained, crisp, mild resembles the Danvers in size and form, but is thicker flavored and early. They not infrequently measure 18 through, yeilding a large crop both of bulk and weight inches around, and weigh two pounds. To attain its
and matures much earlier. Skin reddish brown, flesh is largest size it should be sown early in the spring in the always white, crisp, extremely solid and mild, sweet flavor. hot-bed and later transplanted to open ground, The onion Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 Ib. 75c; Ib. $2.25, Postpaid. is very productive, is a good keeper for a large onion, and
for those who like an onion raw, we recommend it highly on account of its mild and acceptable flavor. Market
“An Onion a day keeps the doctor away.’’ Onions gardners who grow this sort ,box them and compete suc- produce both Health and Wealth. Plant a liberal cessfully with the imported “Spanish Onion.’” We believe
hia = when this variety is better known it will outrank some of acreage this year. the most popular sorts. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; % Ib. 90c; Ib.
$3.00, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD DARK AND YELLOW SKINNED SORTS
Postpaid Prices Pkt. oz. “lb. Ib. RED WETHERSFIELD.—Though well flattened, the solid onions are thick through, skin is a
deep glossy; purplish red! Flesh White o.oo. nce cccesescescocsestsececes phaessneasnarcenensensnenstensanaercnnestansnscencsBoreresyssensedsence 5c 25c $0.80 $2.35 AMERICAN GROWN PRIZETAKER.—Very large nearly round, skin light yellow. Flesh pure avhitemine COlOL MCriSp! ANG Mild LIA VOL ns ccacccccccccecccctrccteacenccrecructocecconcencomtenU cen teeett meena serene swaths taeteeneNeenapesE Me Punececocpeihes 5c 25c 0.80 2.50
SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE.—The flesh is snow-white, firm, mild and juicy, skin light golden yellow. Popular for family use or market .. x YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS—A very handso ripens early YELLOW FLAT DANVERS.—Largely planted. Flesh fine grained; mild.. YELLOW STRASBURG.—Bright yellow, bulbs somewhat flattened; flesh white and mild.... BERMUDA RED.—Hutgh flat, pale red, early and productive; grown largely in Bermuda a southern districts. Our seed is from Temeriffe...........c.....cccceteeeeeseseceeacsneneh pnneecsneeesenssnerenaceonentenesrasnnsennennsnaenes BERMUDA YELLOW.—Same as Red except skin is a pale yellow. Teneriffe grown seed... ae SOUTHPORT LARGE RED GLOBE.—The finest type and most popular of the red onions. The bulbs are distinelty globe-shaped, with a small neck, and are excellent keepers; color a deep pur- plish-red. We have. an. unequalled strain of this Varlety....---:.-scsecccccsesesseesesseetesieseecesnseeeneenecuescnsenssneneenees Se 25e 0.75 2.25
Se 25ce 0.75 2.25
25e¢ 0.75 2.25 25e 0.75 2.25 25e 0.75 2.25
35e 1.15 3.50 Se 35e 1.15 3.50
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ONIONS—CONTINUED P.-W.’s SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE ONION
The Best Bunching Onion in the List; Unquestionably the Best All-Purpose White Onion for the Mountain States and All Districts with Similar Climatic Conditions
It is a true globe form; pure white, hard and smal] neck. Ripening very early and evenly. A splendid keeper. It grows to a large size, averaging 744 to 9 inches in circumference; is very solid and heavy, flesh purest white and fine grained; has a very mild, delicate flavor. It is an extremely heavy yielder. We recommend this variety, especially to our market gardener customers, who desire a bunch onion. Aftr thoroughly testing this with other white varieties, we pronounce it far ahead of any other for this purpose. It holds its tops longer and comes into market as early as the Pear] or White Queen. We have been able to secure a very selected strain of this excellent onion. No market gardener or onion grower can afford to plant inferior seed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; %4 Ib. $1.00; lb. $3.00, Postpaid.
CRYSTAL WHITE WAX
Popular Market Onion for the South and Southwest We have secured a very selected stock of seed direct from the most critical grower on the Island or Teneriffe. The Crystal White is a very large white onion of the Bermuda type, a remarkably good shipper and an excellent keeper for this type. The sweet, mild flavor and large size makes it a ready seller on any market. Market growers in sections where this variety is adapted will make no mistake in giving it a trial. Pkt. 5¢; oz. 50c; 4 Ib. $1.60; Ib. $5.00,
‘ostpaid. Tes OTHER GOOD WHITE VARIETIES
Prices Postpaid Pkt. Oz. %%4lb. Lb. EXTRA EARLY BARLETTA—Old-time favorite with market gardeners; two weeks earlier than Early White Qeen. From one inch to one and one-half inch in diameter and three-
SOIT AI OPS AISA MEAG ATAY COLLCICNICSB i o. g. 55a, oes co ce scasea carats Shaw eta tans goood cc tzccsvens FNS eee a) tea rN eh eRe 5e 40c $1.30 $4.00 EXTRA EARLY PEARL—One of the earliest; mild flavor, good keeper. Sometimes grows
pe he ei ye MB pel ste hth OTs Uc Ce nS ne Ne Pea Hee Seay Coste oas eae etre sgen ena eee Oe 40c 1.30 4.00 EARLY WHITE QUEEN—An extra early; valable for pickling; bulbs about an inch in di-
GRY IEG eee eR ee See se cost Sees ce sack oe ccc cme ha saa cn tence acaar aur operas vunutaluat obec banveuchnnsceceontereousiacuedncesncdvablseenosans 5e 40c 1.30 4.00 MAMMOTH SILVER KING—Large, attractive form; flattened but quite thick through;
averocve linsmeter of from five to seven inches: flesh snow-white, sweet and tender .................. 5e 30c 1.00 3.00
ROUND SILVER SKIN (WHITE PORTUGAL)—Very early, round; fresh, crisp and ten- der; an excellent sort for bunching or pickles SILVER BELL—Similar type and season to Barletta, but larger
35c 1.15 3.50 40c 1.30 4.00
Harvesting Onion Sets at Our Centerville Seed Farm
' ONION SETS
A great speciality with us We produce several carloads at our own farm in Centerville. The remarkable firmness and soundness and regularity in size of our Mountain Grown Sets has been a matter of comment wherever they have been compared with those from other sections.
Having been grown in this high altitude, they will produce a crop earlier than sets from East or South and in half the time that it could be produced from seed. .Where an early market 1s sought or where the seasons are short this is a distinct advantage. _
Great care is exercised in cleaning and grading, so that nothing is sent out but sound, healthy, vigorous sets that produce results worth while.
i Culture—Soil requirements are the same as with onion seed. Plant the sets 3 to 4 inches apart in the row, depend- ing on the variety and 12 inches apart between the rows and 2 to 3 inches deep. It requires from 250 to 350 lbs. for
an acre. ; Postpaid Lb. Not Prepaid Lb. Not een 10 Lbs. : 30 1.75
BROWN ONION SETS ... c 20c YELLOW ONION SETS 30c 20c 1.75 WHITE ONION SETS .. 35e 25c 2.25 POTATO ONION SETS 50c 40c GARLIC SETS. ............. 45c 35e a2 WHITE MULTIPLIER .. 50c BOOT Oe teins
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PARSLEY
1 oz. 500 Plants
It is used for garnishing dishes of meat or cooked in soups. family, providing the leaves are cut often and the plant not allowed to seed. Sow in drills as early in the spring as It germinates best during cool, moist weather.
the soil can be dug in a fine, loose condition.
Champion Moss Curled—A very finely curled, bright green and ve ornamental iety.
Double Curled—A curled variety. de ah ereen and: extremely curled varieties.
Price, either of above: Pkt. 5c ;0z. 15c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
Very hardy and easy to grow, deep, rich green and by many prefered to the
Parsnip Guernsey or Hollow Crown
PARSNIPS
1 oz. 100 ft. A well-known vegetable for table use.
long, and are difficult to dig in stiff soil.
feet. In the field sow in rows twelve inches apart.
5 to 8 Ibs. per Acre. I : It is also very good stock food and quite as nutritious as carrots. fers very wet soil, and will thrive where carrots will not grow.
1 qi i It pre- A sandy soil is preferred since the roots are very
Sow the seed in the spring in 12 to 18 inch drills, using one ounce to 100
GUERNSEY OR HOLLOW CROWN
A variety with a hollow or cup-shaped top, where the leaf stem begins.
purposes. is contained in the first eight inches from the top. larly fine, smooth and regular,
PEPPERS
1 oz. 500 Plants. .1% Ib. per Acre
Peppers do best in hot climates, but can be grown quite successfully in most places. They require very rich soil or seed germinates slowly. They should be sown in hot beds in March or April and in a warm, sheltered border in May. And when all danger of frost is over the young plants should be transplanted in rows two feet apart and eighteen inches in the row in good, rich ground.
For PEPPER PLANTS see Page 32.
® P.-W. CHINESE GIANT RED PEPPER
This is a very large, deep red variety. Almost twice the size of either Ruby King or Bull Nose. It is about four or five inches thick at the top and about six inches long. Though it may not be so immensely productive for so large a pepper, yet its enormous size and magnificent appearance makes it sell readily. The plants are vigorous in growth and of stocky habit, sometimes more than two feet in height. They are well branched and thoroughly set with enormous fruits, frequently one-half dozen peppers touching each other as if in a single bunch. The strong growth of the plant enables them to mature the fruit only slightly later than the Ruby King. They make an excellent salad, sliced and served like tomatoes, the flesh being extremely mild. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 35c; 0z. 60c; 14 Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
POOR SEEDS WOULD BE COSTLY EVEN IF
THEY WERE GIVEN TO YOU.
GIANT CRIMSON—About the size of Chinese Giant, simi- lar in appearance; ripens earlier; very fine.
LARGE BELL or BULL NOSE—Early, large, bright red.
LONG RED CAYENNE—A late variety; small, bright scarlet, cone-shaped, pungent pods; as much used for pickling when green as when ripe.
NEAPOLITAN—FEarlier than other large peppers; thick- meated and unusually mild and sweet; flesh and skin bright red when ripe.
Skin smooth and white and flesh tender, while the root grows 18 to 20 inches long.
The most popular and best variety for all The best part of it
Our strain of Hollow Crown is the thick-shouldered type, particu- Pkt. 5c; 0z. 15c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
P.-W.’s Chinese Giant
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
RED CHILI—Small, bright red peppers, very hot and pungent; generally used for making pepper sauce; very prolific.
RUBY GIANT—A cross between Ruby King and Chinese Giant; similar in appearance; ripens earlier; very fine.
RUBY KING—Fruits are large, bright, glossy red; very mild, sweet flavor, and can be sliced and eaten with vinegar like tomatoes. The best variety for making mangoes, and most widely planted in the Rocky Mountain States,
Price, any of above: Pkt. 10c; 2 0z. 35c.; 0z. 55¢.; 4 lb. $1.75, Postpaid.
A few plants in a graden will yield sufficient for a
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PEAS
1 lb. ft. of row. ..100 Ibs. per acre.
Our seed peas are raised in high valleys in the mountain States,
selected stock strains. " thoroughly cleaned and “hand picked.”
The growing crops have been carefully inspected and ‘“‘rogued,’” and Truly there can be no better stocks found anywhere.
by our most critical contract growers, from the resulting seed crop Our market gardner
customers were especially delighted with our last year stocks, and we can assure them this year’s wel] measure up to our past standards. Most varieties are short crop and supply limited. Our advice is to order early to avoid disappointment
in the varieties of your choice.
Culture.—Peas thrive best in rather light, and not bear heavily. feet to three feet apart.
sandy soil, which is not too rich or they will run too much to vines Sow as soon as the ground can be worked, in single or double rows from one and one-half The dwarf varieties can be planted in rows twelve to eighteen inches apart. By using the various classes of peas and by making several sowings of each, good peas may be had for a long season.
In the garden
the pods should be kept picked as the vine will then continue to bear longer.
P.-W.’s Dwarf Gradus PREMIUM GEM (or McLean’s Little Gem).—Similar to
American Wonder. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 45c; 2 Ibs. 80c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid. Ib. 35c; 10 Ibs. $3.25.
THOS LAXTON.—52 days. Pods large, long and deep green in color; seed wrinkled, sweet and of fine flavor; two or three days later, but more productive than Gradus. Pkt. 10c; lb. 50c; 2 lbs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid. Ib. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.75.
FIRST EARLY VARIETIES
P.-W.’s DWARF GRADUS OR LAXTONIAN
This is the largest podded of all early dwarf peas. A new sort of decided merit. The vines are vigorous, growing about 10 inches high, and producing a large crop of good- sized pods, averaging from nine to ten peas to the pod.
The peas are of exquisite flavor and mature early All the planters who have tried Dwarf Gradus consider is superior to either the old Gradus or Thomas Laxton, and consider it to be the best of all the early dwarf sorts.
From our own observations, at our trial grounds and the combined experiences of market gardens in different sec- tions, we have no hesitencey in pronouncing this excellent variety to be The Best Extra Early Pea in the West For Market Growers. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 50c; 2 lbs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, lb. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.75.
P.-W.’s DWARF PRIZE
This handsome new wrinkled pea is so hardy that is may safely be planted as early as the hard-seeded “Extra Earlies.”” The plants are dwarf growing about 14 inches high, very stout and exceedingly productive, and quality is all that could be desired, exceptionally sweet and tender. It is the ideal variety for the home graden for early plant- ing, in our estimation, no other plant can match it for this purpose. Try it this year, we are sure you cannot select anything in the pea family that will please you more. Pkt. 10c; lb. 45c; 2 Ibs. 85c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, Ib. 35c; 10 Ibs. $3.25.
OTHER GOOD VARIETIES
ALASKA.—49 days, 24% feet. Pods small. Pkt. 10c; lb. 35c; 2 lbs. 60c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid. 10 lbs. $2.50.
AMERICAN WONDER.—Vines about nine inches high covered with well filled pods containing nine to ten exceed- ingly large, sweet tender peas. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 45c; 2 Ibs. 80c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, lb. 35c; 10 Ibs. $3.25.
GRADUS OR PROSPERITY (Selected Strain).—Forty- nine days; 3% feet. This is an extra early wrinkled pea, ready for market as soon as the Alaska and requires no staking. Pods large and well filled with large sweet peas. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 Ibs. $3.50.
NOTT’S EXCELSIOR.—An excellent early dwarf pea for garden or market Larger and more productive than the American Wonder. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 45c; 2 Ibs. 80c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, Ib. 35c; 10 Ibs, $3.25.
SECOND EARLY AND MAIN CROP VARIETIES
ALDERMAN
In our estimation the best of the tall growing sorts for main crop.
This most valuable variety of recent introduction belongs to the old Telephone type.
The vines are tall growing, about four feet high, dark green, vigorous and exceedingly productive. The pods are of largest size, often five to five and one-half inches long, filled with large sweet tender peas of most delicious flavor. It. answers every requirement of the market grower who wishes a pea that will stand shipping a long distance and still retain its dark green color. For the Home Garden it is equally desirable. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, Ib. 40c; 10 lbs. $3.75.
P.-W.’s NEW DWARF DEFIANCE
This is our selection for the most desirable all purpose main crop variety, either for the home garden or market. It grows about half the height of the Alderman. The vines are sturdy and vigorous, deep green foliage and heavily laden with pods 5 inches long, very broad, slightly curved and pointed and containing 8 to 10 very large, medium light green peas of high quality. A superb, productive main crop sort. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid Not Prepaid, Ib. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.75.
OTHER GOOD SORTS
Bliss Everbearing.—3 feet. A prolific and continuous- bearing pea. Ib. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c, Postpaid. .Not Prepaid, lb. 30c; 10 Ibs. $2.75.
Dwarf Telephone (Carter’s Daisy).—55 days. age 3 to 5 inches, containing 7 to 9 peas. Quality fine. Lb. 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, lb. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.50.
P.-W.’s Dark Podded Telephone.—This is an_ improved strain of the deservedly popular Telephone. Lb. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. _Not Prepaid, lb. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.75.
Stratagem.—Very large, best quality. Height 114 feet Old stand-by. Lb. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, Ib 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.50.
Yorkshire Hero.—Height 2%4 feet. Very productive; fine flavor. Ib. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. ..Not Prepaid, lb. 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.50.
Horsford Market Garden.—About 3 feet. Very popular eanning variety. Pkt. 10c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, Ib. 30c; 10 Ibs, $2.75.
Mammouth Melting Sugar.—This is best edible podded sort. When half grown the entire pod may be cooked, same as snap beans. Pkt. 10c; Ib. 50c; 2 Ibs. 90c, Postpaid. Not Prepaid, lb, 40c; 10 Ibs. $3.75.
Pods aver-
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Last year planters received as much as $1,000 per acre for potato crop.
Get some of those dollars for yourself this year.
POTATOES
700 to 1200 lbs. per Acre
For early potatoes, which mature in eight to ten weeks from planting, the soil must be particularly rich.
A rich
elover sod, manured and broken the year before and planted to corn, beans, peas, oats, ete., is in the best shape for
giving a good yield of nice, clean potatoes.
Stable manure had better be applied to the land the year before.
Plant good
sized pieces each containing no less than two or three eyes, fifteen inches apart in the furrows, for early potatoes,
and eighteen inches apart for late ones.
The Seed Potatoes we send out will be not only strictly true to name, but hand-sorted, clean, healthy and vigorous,
_Change Your Seed—There is a profit as well as satisfaction in planting our seed, for, not only is it pure, but the additional yield to be secured from a change of seed fully pays for the seed, so that the investment itself is nothing.
EARLY VARIETIES
BLISS TRIUMPH—Very popular early market variety, especially in the East It matures about one week to ten ‘days before Early Ohio. As the skin is red it does not sshow bruises readily and can, therefore, be shipped before it is ripe. This is a big item to the market grower. Our tests show the yield about with the Ohio.
EARLY OHIO—An old-time favorite; matures early, ‘and the potatoes are fit for use before fully ripe. Mosv growers here consider it the most profitable early market variety Red River stock.
EUREKA—A remarkable drouth and blight resister. The tubers are round, slightly flattened, white and mealy; no core or black specks. Quality unsurpassed.
EARLY ROSE—True stock and just as good as when it was first introduced; still a standard.
IRISH COBBLER—An extra early variety, about with the Bliss Triumph and Ohio. white; good size, with clean, smooth skin.
Market is so variable, write for prices.
maturing Color is pure
TREATMENT OF POTATOES FOR ROSETTE Two ounces of Corrosive Sublimate or Mercurie Chloride. Dissolve in one gallon of hot water. After same is thor- oughly dissolved, add 14 gallons of cold water. Use only in wooden vessels—rank poison, Use care about handling after treatment.
DIRECTIONS FOR DIPPING Put in solution either loose or in sacks and allow to re- main for two hours. Then remove to clean place, where there is no danger of disease germs. Fifteen gallons of solution is sufficient to treat as many potatoes, as the solution will cover four separate times. Treat only clean stock.
MAIN CROP VARIETIES
PEERLESS—tThe old standard for main crop; too well known to need deserintion. Or stock is unexcelled.
RURAL NEW YORKER—A valuable variety of large size; very smooth and a great cropper; in quality unex- celled. It is the best late long keeper, and we recom- mend it highly.
CARMAN—Excellent large, white main crop variety, eyes are few and shallow; good keeper.
PUMPKIN
3 to 4 Ibs. per Acre.
One Ounce Will Plant 50 Hills.
Plant in April or May, among corn or in the garden, in hills 8 or 10 feet apart, and otherwise treat in the same
manner as melons.
CHEESE—The most popular for pies and table use; large, flat-round; creamy-yellow skin; thick, orange flesh of fine quality; a splendid keeper. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 10c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
COMMON or CONNECTICUT FIELD—A _ productive, large, orange-colored field Pumpkin; usually grown for stoek feeding, but it also makes good pies. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % |b. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
KENTUCKY FIELD—Large, round-flattened, creamy- yellow skin and flesh. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
KING OF MAMMOTH or JUMBO—This strain pro- duces the biggest pumpkin grown, sometimes measuring’ six feet in cireumference and weighing 200 to 250 pounds. Outside color deep orange-yellow, flesh very thick, fine grained, tender, or bright yellow color, and of excellent quality for pies and other uses. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 45c; Ib. $1.50, Postpaid.
SUGAR—A handsome and productive small pumpkin, 10 to 12 inches in diameter; round-flattened, skin orange, flesh deep yellow, fine grained and very sweet. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.10, Postpaid.
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RADISH
1 Oz. 50 ft. 10 to 12 lbs. per Acre rich and mellow to insure quick growing, supply-
For the best results the soil should be light, well pulverized, ing plently of water. Radishes permitted to grow slowly become tough and pithy. Light frosts will not kill young plants, but will check the growth and they do best when kept growing right along. For a succession of crop they should be sown about every ten days. During the hot months of summer the winter radishes will do better than the early sorts, which get stringy and pithy. Winter radishes can be stored in winter the same as potatoes and other roots, and furnish an acceptable relish through the winter months.
There is no crop that will bring quicker returns for the market gardener. Select your warmest, and plant so as to get into market when prices are at the top. The leading variety for this purpose is Sparkler; or if you wish an all scarlet, use “P.-W.’s Earliest.’ For family use our recommendations are: Sparkler for early or succession; Icicle for second early; and Celestial for winter use.
EARLY TURNIP-SHAPED VARIETIES
lightest soil “P.-W.’s P.-W.’s
P.-W.’s SPARKLER RADISH The Leader for Market
The cut gives an idea of the shape of this attractive radish. The color is scarlet and white. It is extremely quick to mature, being ready for the table in 20 days from the time of sowing the seed. It is invaluable for forcing under glass, as well as for growth in the open air. The skin is very smooth, and its clear color gives it an appetizing appearance on the table. Its flavor is excellent, and its qualities high in all respects. Market gar- deners find it a quick selling sort at good prices, always above ordinary sorts, and it is no less satisfactory in the private or home garden. Selected stock seed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib $1.25, Postpaid.
EXTRA EARLY SCARLET—Deep scarlet; tender, mild and crisp; quick-growing; tops small.
P.-W.’s EARLIEST—Attains a good size without getting pithy or hollow; flesh firm, crisp and of the mildest flavor. One week earlier than White Tipped.
P.-W.’s SCARLET TURNIP WHITE TIPPED—Well known market variety.
FRENCH BREAKFAST—A general favorite for forcing and outside use. Oval form, bright scarlet color, tipped with white.
Price, except where noted, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; Y% |b. 35c; Ib. $1.00 ,Postpaid.
Get Special Price List on Larger Quantities.
WINTER VARIETIES
Chinese Rose—Half-long; flesh pink, solid, of excellent
P.-W.’s Sparkler Radish
LONG VARIETIES
ICICLE— White, slender and tapering in shane. It quick-
ly grown to market size; is crisp, brittle, mild and sweet. Quite as good when an inch in diameter as when only half an inch
LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP—Bright carmine; flesh brittle and firm. About six inches long.
WHITE STRASBURG—Half-long and thick; skin and flesh pure white.
WHITE VIENNA—Snow-white; flesh crisp, tender and brittle; of rapid growth.
l5c; ™%4 Ib. 35c; Ib.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. $1.00, Postpaid.
quality.
Long Black Spanish—Roots black; the flesh is white and slightly pungent.
Round Black Spanish—Globe-shaped ; quant flavor.
CELESTIAL or WHITE CHINESE—Pure white, firm,
tender. Price, any above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; Z lb. 40c; Ib. $1.10,
Postpaid. TAKE NO CHANCES—GET OUR TESTED SEEDS.
white-fleshed ; pi-
RHUBARB OR PIE PLANT
Sow the seed early one inch deep and when the plants are large enough, The next spring or fall transplant them three feet apart each way in deep, rich soil.
thin them to four or five inches apart. For forcing, take up some large
roots and place them in a dark corner of the cellar or greenhouse.
VICTORIA—Very large and tender. ¥% Ib. 60c: th. $2.00, Postpaid.
For RHUBARB ROOTS see Page 32.
The best variety to plant and the one most generally used. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c;
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER
One Ounce for 50 ft. of Drill; 8 to 10 lbs. per Acre
Used the same as carrots; sometimes made into cakes and fried like oysters, which they resemble in flavor.
Culti-
vate the same as carrots; can remain in the ground all winter for early spring use, but should be taken up before it
starts growing.
apart, | inch deep: thin to 6 inches apart.
MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND—Grows to a very large size and resembles a good-sized parsnip. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 Ib. 85c; Ib. $2.50, Postpaid.
delicately flavored; very popular.
Succeeds best in light, well enriched, mellow soil.
Sow early in the spring in drills 12 to 15 inches
Mild and
SWISS CHARD (SPINACH BEET)
The City Man’s Garden
This vegetable gives maximum returns for minimum space. It can be used all summer when spinach is not available.
and thin out to six inches apart in the rows.
Sow early in spring, in rows sixteen inches apart, Later the
leaves grow very large with broad, flat, pure white stems, and mid-ribs, which may be cooked like asparagus or made into very good pickles. An ounce of seed is sufficient for a medium sized family.
LUCULLUS SWISS CHARD—A new moss curled sort.
Very large leaves.
The mid-ribs are very broad and form
a good substitute for asparagus during the summer months. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 45c; lb. $1.50, Postpaid.
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SPINACH
1 oz. 100 ft.; 10 to 12 lbs. per Acre For spring and summer use, sow early in drills, one foot apart and one inch deep, as soon as the ground can be
worked ; and every two weeks thereafter for a succession.
manured ground, covering with straw on the approach of severe weather.
For winter or early spring use, sow in September in well-
It is hard to get the ground too rich. The
stronger the ground the larger and more succulent will be the leaves. Planting Spinach is the easiest and surest way to produce those “delicious greens,’ so highly prized in the early
spring. include it this year in your list. sider the most desirable for all purposes.
P.-W.’s BLOOMSDALE SAVOY—The plants are ex- tremely hardy and of good size. The leaves are very thick and blistered. Its hardiness and thickness of leaf permit safe long-distance shipping. A great favorite. Our strain
is carefully grown and has secured and kept the trade of the largest growers in the Rocky Mountain States.
Long Standing—A deep green variety with rather en- longated and smooth leaves. running to seed.
Price any of above:
Stands a long time without
If you have never grown Spinach before you have overlooked one of the most desirable vegetables. Be sure to The great favorite for the Mountain States is the ““Bloomsdale Savoy,’’ which we con-
Victoria—Remarkably fine texture, of deepest green col- or, heavily crimped, thick, fleshy leaves, deep red stem.
Prickly Winter.—A long standing late maturing sort, plant very large, vigorous and hardy; leaves round, thick, medium sized and dark green.
Viroflay—For either spring or fall sowing. Plant of up- right growth; leaves are very large, broad, thick and ar- row-shaped with a four inch petiole, much crumpled.
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; lb. 75c, Postpaid. ASK FOR QUANTITY PRICES.
Chicago Warted Hubbard
SQUASH
1 Oz. 100 feet; 2 to 3 lbs. per Acre Squash should be planted in warm, light, rich soil, after the weather has become thoroughly settled and warm, as
they are very sensitive to frost and cannot be sown until all danger of frost is over. The bushy varieties two to three feet apart each way and the running kinds Eight to ten seeds should be sown in each hill; thinning out after they have attained their rough
same manner as cucumbers or melons. six to eight feet.
leaves and danger from bugs is over, leaving from three to four of the best plants in each hill.
Plant in well manured hills in the
In gathering winter
squashes, it is important to protect the stems, since if broken off the fruit will not keep so well.
WINTER VARIETIES
CHICAGO WARTED HUBBARD (The Great American Favorite)—This is one of the best in quality of all the winter sorts. It is attractive on the market and a ready seller. Very dark green and flesh is dry and sweet. Very hard shell, which insures long keeping qualities. It is con- sidered by many an improvement on the old Hubbard. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 65c; Ib. $1.75, Postpaid.
Pike’s Peak or Sibley—Large oval fruits tapering at the blossom end; skin smooth and dark olive-green in color ; flesh golden-yellow and of very best quality. Pkt. 5c; oz. lic; \% lb. 50c; Ib. $1.50 Postpaid.
Red or Golden Hubbard—lIdentical with Chicago Warted Hubbard, except in color of skin. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 65c; Ib. $1.75, Postpaid.
Essex Hybrid—An early quick growing variety, with a very hard shell. Skin of an orange-red. Flesh thick and hard, of a yellow or pinkish color. Flavor excellent. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
Hubbard—Most popular winter sort; excellent keeper; Pkt. 5c; 0z. 20c; ™%4 lb. 65c; Ib. $1.75, Postpaid.
Mammoth Chili—The flesh is yellow and very thick. The quality is good and nutritious. It usually grows to enormous weight. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 20c; % Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
Utah Field Giant—The jumbo of all squashes, often weighing 150 pounds. Splendid for stock feeding. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; Ib. 75c.
SUMMER VARIETIES
Early White Bush (Scalloped)—An early variety, flat, creamy white scalloped squash, four to six inches in di- ameter; of bushy habit and rather dwarf. :
Long White Marrow—The skin is a_ greenish-white, Flesh white, soft and of rich flavor.
Yellow Smmer Crookneck—This is a golden-yellow va- riety, thickly warted; eighteen inches; brittle and tender.
Vegetable Marrow—Skin greenish yellow; flesh white.
Any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid.
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TOMATO
1 oz. 1,000 Plants; 2 oz. per Acre
For early plants sow in hot beds early in March, in drills five inches apart, one-half inch deep. are about two inches high, transplant into another four inches apart each way. as danger from frost is over, four feet apart each way, in hills. first fruit is set, pinch off the ends of the branches to attain early fruit. box or a large flower pot, by placing it in a sunny window in a warm room or kitchen.
grown in a small
use sow in sheltered border in May and set out the plants in July.
and ripened under glass.
“John Baer’ Tomato
When the plants Plant out in the open ground as soon Water freely at the time of transplanting. When the Sufficient plants for a small garden can be For late The green fruits can be picked off before late frost
EARLY VARIETIES “JOHN BAER” TOMATO
New introduction. ‘John Baer’? Tomatoes produce perfect, solid, high crown, beautiful, brilliant red ship- ping tomatoes, in 30 days from potted plants if the roots are undisturbed when set out. Our Trial Ground tests show that it is not only remarkably early, but it is also an enormous crop, producing 50 to 100 perfect large sized tomatoes to a plant. The fruit contains very few seeds; is extremely solid and meaty and of deliciously mild, sweet flavor. Entirely free from blight, no cracks, no wrinkles, no one-sided or scarred fruit and even when dead ripe “John Baer’ will not burst; for a market tomato it will surely replace all comers. Pkt. 10c; oz. 35c; % Ib. $1.25; Ib. $4.00.
P.-W.’s EXTRA EARLY EARLIANA The Popular Extra Early for Home Garden or Market
Extremely early, of particularly fine quality, which is very rare in an extra early tomato, the flesh being re- markably solid and containing very few seeds. These qualities have made it particularly useful for a first crop variety. Where no more than one sort is grown the wide-awake planter has his list headed with Earliana. The strain of Earliana we are offering has been specially selected for earliness. Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c; %4 Ib. 90c; Ib. $3.25, Postpaid.
OTHER GOOD EARLY SORTS
ACME—An old, well-known early variety, medium in size, smooth, solid and prolific; color purplish-pink.
BEAUTY—Early, prolific; medium sized, smooth and solid; color, purplish-red; fruits until late in the season; the best of the ‘“‘purple”’ varieties.
BONNY BEST—Very productive variety; fruits are round, somewhat flattened at stem end and are produced in abundance. The color is scarlet.
JUNE PINK—Resembles “Earliana’’ in every respect, except for color. The best early purple or pink in the list.
MAIN CROP P.-W.’s NEW STONE
The Best Main Crop and Canner’s Tomato
This is a splendid main crop variety. By some this has been called the King of Livingston kinds, which are the best types of large, smooth, solid, meaty tomatoes. If asked to select but one main crop, market sort, we should advise this. Color, fine scarlet. Stem set high, core small and shallow, so that little is lost when taken out of the fruit before slicing. If in doubt always take the New Stone. Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c; %4 lb. 90c; lb. $3.25, Postpaid.
P.-W.’s IMPERIAL
The Leading Main Crop Purplish-Pink for All Purposes in the Mountain States
Fruit is large, smooth and solid. It not only produces very early fruits, but it will hold out from early in the season to fall. It is also a splendid keeper. In color be- tween a pink-purple and a glossy crimson. Pkt. 5c; oz. 40c; % Ib. $1.15; lb. $3.75, Postpaid.
See page 32 for Tomato Plants.
Our Tomato Seed is grown for us on con- tract by the most critical and painstaking Our superior strains
grower in America.
will meet the demand of the most exact- ing canner or market gardener.
CHALK’S EARLY JEWEL—One of the best early va- rieties; about a week later than Earliana. The fruit of Jewel, however, averages larger; is uniformly smooth.
EARLY DETROIT—Fruit exceptionally uniform in size; nearly globe-shaped, heavy, smooth and well adapted for shipping. Color purplish-pink.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c; ™%4 lb. 90c; Ib. $3.25, Postpaid.
VARIETIES OTHER GOOD MAIN CROP SORTS
DWARF CHAMPION—Good main crop, early, purplish-pink.
GREATER BALTIMORE—Large bright red, vigorous, compact and healthy grower; a heavy cropper; deep from stem to blossom end. Very firm and meaty; ripens evenly; free from ridges, cracks and blight. Recommended for canning or the home garden.
LANDRETH’S RED ROCK—Fntirely free from cracks, always smooth; very small, deep depression at the stem end; a uniform bright red, brilliant color; desirable for canner’s use.
LIVINGSTONE’S HUMMER—Fine globe shaped, like Livingston’s Globe; bright scarlet in color; of good size; quite early and fine quality.
MATCHLESS—Very desirable large, smooth, red.
TROPHY IMPROVED—Large, smooth, solid, bright red
MY MARYLAND—Uniformly solid, smooth, bright red; very productive; second early or main crop.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c; %4 Ib. 90c; Ib. $3.25, Postpaid.
SMALL FRUITED TOMATOES
. These minature Tomatoes are very delicious for preserv- ee No garden is quite complete without at least one of them.
Red Cherry—Bears clusters of bright red fruits the size of a cherry; prolific.
Red Pear-Shaped—Bright red fruits; pear shaped neck.
STRAWBERRY or HUSK TOMATO—Sometimes called “Ground Cherry.”’ Small, yellow fruits enclosed in a husk; very sweet. Used extensively for preserves and pies.
Yellow Plum—Small, oval-shaped, yellow fruits.
Price, any of above: Pkt. 5c; oz. 45c; % Ib. $1.25; Ib. $4.50, Postpaid.
medium size,
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TURNIPS
1 oz. 100 ft.; 2 lbs. per Acre For early use, sow as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring, in drills twelve to fifteen inches apart, and thin out to six to nine inches in the row. For succession, continue to sow every two weeks until June. For fall or winter crops sow in July or August.
PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE TURNIP
The Best Flavored and Largest Yielder Grown. Without an Equal for All Purposes
This most popular of al] market turnips originated from the purple top flat turnip. The shaje is globular and of good size, and in appearance it is the best looking of all varieties of white globe sort, having an uneven purple edging at the top. The flesh is firm, fine grained, white and of most excellent flavor. t is a fine keeper, extensively grown and pitted for fal] and winter, and produces enormous crops. In our estimation it cannot be beat either for home or market planting. Pkt. 5e; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
Amber Globe—Best yellow fleshed sort; roots globular and of large size; skin yellow fleshed sort top tinged yreen.
EXTRA PURPLE TOP MILAN—Farliest turnip in cultiva- tion; a week sconer than any other. Flat, smooth, of medium size, with bright purple top and few leaves. Flesh white and choice. Adapted to spring or fall. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN—Similar to the above, but pure white. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00, Postpaid.
EARLY PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAF—A popular variety of quick growth; round, four to five inches in diameter; flesh white and of excellent quality. Price: See below.
EARLY WHITE EGG—An oval or egg-shaped variety with smooth, thin, white skin and snowy-white flesh; firm, mild and sweet. Price: See below.
EARLY SNOWBALL—Very early, of medium size, round as a ball and pure white skin and flesh. Price: See below.
EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH—A very early flat, white turnip of medium size and fine quality. Price; See below.
POMERINE WHITE GLOBE—One of the largest and most productive; roots often grow to weigh ten to twelve pounds, are globe-shaped, slightly flattened: skin smooth and white; for stock feeding. Price: See below.
Price, except where otherwise noted: Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid. Write for Special Price List on larger quantities.
RUTA-BAGA OR SWEDES
1 oz. 100 ft. 2-3 Ibs. per Acre
Rows should be at least two and one-half feet apart and the plants thinned to eight to twelve inches. Roots frequently grow to an enormous size. The roots should be taken up before severe frost. Cut off tops within an inch of the crown. Store in a cool cellar or pit.
IMPROVED PURPLE TOP. —This special strain of Ruta- baga is remarkable for uniform shape and fine quality and is also a splendid keeper. They yrow to a large size. The skin is smooth and the flesh a beautiful yellow color and fine grained. The flavor is good, being very sweet and tender. Tops are short, which feature is very desirable. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25, Postpaid. Write for quantity prices.
REMEMBER TURNIPS AND RUTA BAGAS ARE NOT ONLY “GOOD FOR MAN,” BUT BEAST ALSO. CUT
DOWN YOUR FEEDING BILL BY PLANTING A LIBERAL ACERAGE.
Purple Top Globe Turnip
VEGETABLE PLANTS AND ROOTS
We have excellent facilities in this line. The plants are grown from selected seed at our own Greenhouses. aa In ordering, please use our Plant Order Sheet, as all plant orders are filled from our Nursery Department. See Page 59 for full detail and instructions. Your kindly co-operation will help us to give you better service. Where pos-
sible, we advise plant shipments to be made by Express. Not Bevand 3rd By Express, not Zone Prepaid When Ready Postpaid Prices
EARLY CABBAGE—Early Jersey Wakefield, Copenhagen Doz. 10) Doz. 100 1000
Market; good, stocky transplanted plants ................2.-.---- April and May 40c $2.30 35c $2.00 $12.00 Same Varieties As Above—Seed hed plants _...... April and May _ ...... SLY a ee es 1.00 6.00 LATE CABBAGE—Ball Head, Red Rock, Flat Dutch ete. May 40c 2.00 30c 1.75 10.00 Same Varieties—Seed bed plants . May, June, July = EEA Gy ae a= 1.00 6.00 EARLY CELEKY—Golden Self-Blanching; transplanted .... May and June 45c 2.25 30c 1.75 12.00 LATE CELERY—Giant Pascal, Winter Queen, P.-W.’s
GoldemeCrispis transplanted iniccsctacneceatcecetecteecteccerscnseceeece June and July 40c 2.00 30c 1.50 10.00 CAULIFLOWER—Snowball. P.-W.’s Danish Giant, P.-W.’s
Perfection; transplanted iio cc-cctieccsscpetecascasesnereeactenrecnnesateeed April and May 45c 2.75 35¢ 2.50 15.00 CAULIFLOWER—Same varieties as above; seed bed plants May and June ce ZADOU te eon | paccoe 1.50 10.00 EGG PLANT—N. Y. Purple, Black Beauty; transplanted .. May and June 45c 2.75 35c¢ 2.50 20.00 PEPPER—Chinese Giant, Ruby King, ete.; transplanted ... May and June 45c 2.75 35c 2.50 20.00 TOMATO—Earliana and other standards; transplanted .... May 40c 2.30 30c 2.00 17.50 TOMATO—Early and Main Crop as above; seed bed plants EN Ue Poh eke Me2B SS ES 1.00 7.50
FIELD GROWN ROOTS
ASPARAGUS—1 year old, standard varieties .... March and April 35c 1.75 25c¢ 1.50 10.00 ASPARAGUS—2 year old, standard varieties . . March and April 60c 3.00 35e¢ 2.50 15.00 HORSE RADISH ROOTS—Strong divisions March and April 60c 3.50 50c 3.00 20.00
RHUBARB—Victoria, mailing size, 2 or 3 eyes to each clump. Each 35c; $3.00 per dozen, Postpaid. By Express or
Freight: 20c each; $2.25 per dozen; $15.00 per 100. CHIVES—35c per bunch; $3.00 per dozen, Postpaid. Not Prepaid: 25c per bunch; $2.50 per dozen.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 33.
Timothy Crop Second Year from Planting.
GRASS SEEDS
Consistent with our policy to sell only the best we furnish only such grades that have been critically grown from highest germination and purity; this fact should be in mind when comparing prices with other sources of supply.
PRICES FLUCTUATE. WRITE FOR PRICES ON
Bermuda Grass (Cynoden Dactylon)—Is a dwarf per- ennial plant and spreads by means of its long and many- jointed root stalks, and for this reason is hard to eradicate once it has secured a foothold; thrives during the hottest part of the year, and it will live under water for a long time. Makes durable lawn and is also used to hold em- bankments. The seed is very slow to germinate and requires heat and moisture. Sow 10 lbs. per acre. Should not be sown in climate where ground freezes as it will winter kill. Lb. 75c, nostnaid. Not vrenaid, 10 Ibs. $5.50.
BROMUS INERMIS (Hungarian Brome Grass)—It is a vigorous, hardy perennial, with strong creeping root; stock smooth, upright, leafy stems, one to four feet high, and loose, open seed heads four to eight inches long. In a few years it forms a very tough sod, which possesses remarkable drouth-resisting qualities. It is very hardy and not injured by severe spring and fall frost, when once established. Sow the seed broadcast, early in the spring, at a rate of twenty to thirty pounds per acre. Cover with harrow. Where ground is inaccessible for early spring, it is advisable to sow in the fall. Lb. 55c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs.
$4.50.
Canadian Blue Grass (Poa Compressa)—Also called Flat Stock Poa. A flat stock meadow grass, distinct in color, grows one and one-half feet high, is a very valuable pasture grass. It thrives well on hard clay and poor soils. Very highly recommended for horses, cows and sheep. Sow 30 pounds per acre. Lb. 35c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs.
| $2.25.
Red Top (Agrostis Vulgaris)—It is a most valuable ad- | dition to sow with timothy and clover, and forms a close sward for pasturage. Reaches highest perfection in moist, rich soils. The whole seed, sow 25 pounds per acre. Lb. | 40c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.75.
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BSAA SALA I ATI ETI III
DOLLARS IN PROFITS A WONDERFUL SOLUTION OF YOUR FEEDING PROB- LEMS will be found in liberal acreages of MANGELS. See Pages 12 and 13 and SILO
CORN, see Pages 39 and 40.
QUANTITIES.
ORCHARD GRASS (Dactylis Glomerata)—-No farmer should be without a small field of Orchard Grass, as in many respects it is superior to many other grasses. It stands the drouth, grows well in the shade, in wet or poor ground, and it splendid to prevent worn-out fields wash- ing. This grass furnishes excellent pasturage for three weeks before any other, and after close grazing, a ten days’ interval is sufficient for another growth. It makes a very heavy sod, and when well set remains for many years. When sown alone, sow from 20 to 25 pounds per acre. Lb. 50c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs. $3.50.
Kentucky Blue Grass—This makes the best, sweetest and’ most nutritious pasture for all kinds of stock. This grass is the first up in the spring and remains green until snow flies in the fall. The roots are so thick and stout that they form a tough sod. It will do well on almost any land. Sow in the fall or spring at the rate of 30 pounds per acre. Lb. 50c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs. $3.75.
Meadow Fesque, Randall or English Blue Grass—Excellent for hay and pasturage, particularly valuable for fall and winter pasturage. Grows 2 to 3 feet high, but not in tufts like orchard grass. Very nutritious and cattle thrive on it whether dry or green. Succeeds even in poor soil, and as the roots penetrate deep, from 12 to 15 inches, it takes ex- tremely dry weather to affect it. Sow either in the spring or fall at the rate of 30 pounds to the acre, if sown by itself. Lb. 55c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $4.50.
TIMOTHY—Of hay grasses Timothy is one of the most popular, nutritious and salable. On clay or heavy loams, lowlands or in mountainous districts, provided there is au abundance of moisture, it produces the very best results. From 11% to 8 tons of fine hay to the acre. Timothy alone, 12 pounds to the acre, or with clover, 10 pounds timothy and 6 pounds clover. Lb. 35c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.00.
Samples cheerfully sent upon request.
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GRASS SEEDS—Continued
Prices are so variable.
Write for quotations on quantities.
P.-W.’s Grass and Clover Mixtures Make Best Dairy Pastures
TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS (Avena Elatoir)—Yield- ing twice as much hay as Timothy or Orchard Grass, early as Orchard Grass, with more leaf and affording better grazing, it is not strange that this grass is becoming so popular. It will keep green all winter and all summer; the drought of midsummers or the cold of winter does not injure it. It starts growing very early in the spring, can be cut twice for hay; will yield good grazing until late in the fall. For hay, it should be cut while in bloom. It is best adapted for rather Ight and dry loamy uplands, but gives excellent results on nearly all soils and better results than any other grass on light, medium soils. Sown alone, use 30 lbs. to the acre, either spring or fall. Lb. 55c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $4.25; 100 Ibs. at market price.
English of Perennial Rye Grass—This is becoming well known in this country as a valuable pasture grass which will bear frequent close cropping. Produces an abundance of foliage, which remains bright and green during the season. When sown by itself, sow 30 lbs. per acre either in the spring or fall. Lb. 35c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.25; 100 Ibs. at market price.
Italian Rye Grass—This is, like the Perennial Rye Grass, valuable for pasture and also for hay. It thrives on rich, moist land, where from three to four cuttings may be made in a season. It grows very quickly and will stand
close pasturage. It will stand more overflow than other
grass. About 24 lbs. of seed required to the acre. Lb. 35c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $2.25; 100 Ibs. at market price.
WESTERN RYE GRASS (Canadian Bunch Grass)—This is sometimes called Slender Wheat Grass. It is the highly prized range bunch grass of the Canadian Northwest. This will be a most valuable addition to all the stock ranges throughout the entire West. It has been proved of value on soils impregnated with alkali, yielding good returns. Sow seed at the rate of 15 lbs. per acre if sown alone and at a depth of from 1 to 3 inches, depending upon soil and season. Lb., 50c, postpaid. Not prepaid 10 lbs $3.75; 100 Ibs. at market price.
MISCELLANEOUS PASTURE GRASSES
We have not sufficient call for the following grasses to always keep them in stock but we are in touch with re- liable sources of supply and shall be pleased to quote prices upon request and procure them for you at any time: Creeping Bent Grass, Crested Dogstail, Sheep’s Fescue, Hard Fescue, Creening Fscue, Tall Fescue, Rhode Island Bent and Wood Meadow Grass.
P.-W.’s GRASS AND CLOVER SEED MIXTURES
For Permanent Meadows and Pastures
Our well-balanced mixtures are made up of a number of native and acclimated grasses and clovers, blended in such
a way as to best suit the climatic and soil conditions found in our intermountain regions.
We have aimed in these splen-
did combinations to supply such varieties that will form a deep-rootng turf and that will yield, year after year, the great-
est amount of hay or furnish the most constant and abundant pasturage. 1 adapted for pastures the value of a carefully prepared seed mixture can be hardly estimated.
To the dairyman or farmer who has lands With these mixtures and
with the proper kinds of dairy cows, it is possible to realize at least one hundred and fifty dollars per acre annually from
every acre that has been carefully seeded and attended to.
The following mixtures will be found desirable and well proportioned for the kind of soils specified.
P.-W.’s MIXTURE No. 1. For upland Pasture under Ir- rigation—The main varieties of this combination are Ken- tucky Blue Grass, Perennial Rye Grass, Red Top, Orchard Grass, Tall Meadow Fescue, Red Clover, Lucerne and White Clover. Sow 25 lbs. per acre. Lb. 40c, postpaid. Not pre- paid, 10 Ibs. $2.75; 100 Ibs. at market price.
P.-W.’s MIXTURE No. 2. For Light, Sandy Soils—Con- sisting cheifly of Kentucky Blue Grass, Bromus Inermis, White Clover. Sow 80 Ibs. per acre. Lb. 45c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Iba. $3.25; 100 Ibs., Market Price
P.-W.’s MIXTURE No. 3. For low and moist soils—Con- sisting cheifly of Red Top, Perennial Rye Grass, Meadow Fescue, Timothy, Alsike Clover, White Clover, Orchard Grass. Sow 25 lbs. per acre. Lb. 45c, postpaid. Not pre- paid, 10 Ibs. $3.25; 100 Ibs. at market price.’
P.-W.’s MIXTURE No. 4. For Marsh, Wet or Boggy Soils—Consists chiefly of Red Top, Perennial Rye Grass, Creeping Bent Grass, Alsike Clover. Sow 40 Ibs. per acre. Lb. 45c Postpaid. Not Prepaid, 10 lbs. $3.25; 100 Ibs., - market price.
If your soil does not come under any of the above classes, please write the particular character of your soil and
we shall be pleased to name price of mixture best suited.
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A typical Hay Crop from P.-W.’s Mountain Grown Dry Land Alfalfa Seed
ALFALFA OR LUCERNE
Prices subject to market changes.
West to need a description.
acre has been known to pasture 20 pigs for six months.
Write for quantity prices.
For all purposes the peer of all forage plants, especially for the entire Western states. In money feeding value per acre it has been estimated that Alfalfa is worth 45 per cent more than other clovers and 60 to 70 per cent more than Timothy. yields from 3 to 7 tons per acre, depending on soil, climatic conditions. full ration for fattening lambs, five pounds for sheep and thirty-five pounds for steers. as wheat bran and fed to dairy cows it maintains the milk flow equal to June Grass.
Seamless bags at extra cost. Too well known in the
It produces from three to five crops per year and Three pounds of Alfalfa Hay per day is a
It contains as much protein Under favorable conditions one
Pages could be written in praise of this wonder-plant, which has transformed thousands of acres of unproductive semi-arid lands (that otherwise would scarcely feed a ground squirrel) into profitable farms that are producing for-
tunes for their owners.
Let us urge you who have never grown Alfalfa to plant a trial plat this year, otherwise you
will be overlooking the most valuable forage plant known to modern agriculture.
Selection of Seed Is Most Important—Poor seed is a primary and great cause for a poor stand.
Seed the best obtainable is the cheapest. say it is as fine a seed as grows. purity and germination.
In buying Alfalfa
We have used the utmost care in the selection of our seed and can safely It is selected from the best seed produced and must comply with our standards of
Sow the Seed So It Will Be Covered—Alfalfa Seed must be covered, not sown on the surface, as is sometimes
done with grasses and clovers. seeder.
results can be secured by inoculation with ‘“‘Farmogerm.”
4 fl It may be planted with drill or seeded broadcast by hand, hand seeder or wheelbarrow It is advisable to sow half the seed one way across the field and th other half at right angles to secure an even distribution; three-quarters inch is deep enough on heavy and one and one-half inch on light soils. See below.
Increased
\ Much more seed is required in the humid sections of the country than in the semi-arid and irrigated sections.
P.-W.’s MOUNTAIN GROWN DRY LAND ALFALFA SEED
This has been especially selected from highland sections of the Mountain States and grown without irrigation, de- veloping a most sturdy type much to be preferred than seed produced under other conditions. It has a remarkable characteristic for rooting deeply in the soil, and in some instances it has been known to root as deeply as thirty feet. This feature alone makes it very hardy in arid regions. Although a prodigious yielder, it does not exhaust the’soil, but rather improves the ground by the decay of the long roots, and converts it into rich ground, full of vegetable matter.
In dry land situations sow about 10 Ibs. and on irrigated land 12 to 15 lbs. per acre. Lb. 75c, postpaid. Write for quantity prices. ,
GRIMM ALFALFA SEED
This variety is especially recommended for shallow soils or those underlaid with hardpan. The claim made for it is that in addition to extreme hardiness it has spreading roots instead of a single tap-root and that it makes underground creeping stems. These branching roots enable it to thrive on hardpan where the single tap-root of other varieties would fail to penetrate and enable it to spread and thicken up and increase to withstand close pasturing which would be very hard on other varieties. While we have this variety under comnetitive test we are not far enough along with it for verification of the superiority in the respects claimed. For customers who wish to try it out we can furnish the genuine Grimm; undoubtedly it is a very desirable strain. Sow 15 lbs. per acre. Lb. 90c, postpaid. Write for quantity prices.
SEED INOCULATION—FARMOGERM METHOD
Builds up the Soil and Increases the Yield. This recognized standard of seed inoculants insures the growing of bigger crops by making poor
soil good soil.
It is always fresh—the only culture being sold in the bottles with the patented stopper which enables the bacteria to breathe air, insuring long life without deterioration. . FARMOGERM is a culture of only high-bred nitrogen-fixing bacteria. It replaces essential elements
in the soil in an effective and economica] manner.
enriches the soil.
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FARMOGERM, used on your seed, furnishes Nitrates to the plants. ; n When the seeds sprout the bacteria enters the root and makes large supplies of Nit- rates, which benefit greatly th growing crop and the crops that follow. standard of fertility at small cost and little labor.
It increases their growth and
Soils can be built up to a high Assures substantial saving in your fertilizer bill.
FARMOGERM means increase in all legume crops, such as Peas, Beans, Alfalfa, Clovers, Peanuts,
Vetches.
It makes possible the growing of two crops at the same time, each helping the other.
FARMOGERM is simple to apply, it being necessary only to fill the bottle three-quarters ae water, shake thoroughly to break up the jelly, sprinkle on the seed until all are moistened, permit 3
seed to dry, and then plant in the usual way. FARMOGERM is sold in three sizes as follows:
Bottles containing enough bacteria to inoculate
seed for five acres, $8.00; one acre $2.00; garden size (quarter acre), 50c. In ordering FARMOGERM specify the kind of seed you wish to inoculate.
POOR SEEDS ARE DEAR AT ANY PRICE. You get the Best when you buy P.-W.’s Mountain
Grown.
They are Hardier.
CLOVER SEEDS
Prices subject to market changes. Ask for quantity prices. Seamless bags at extra cost.
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SWEET CLOVER
As a money maker-maker this has been rightfully named “Alfalfa s Twin Sisier."” Years ago here in the West this plant grew wild along the ditch banks and by-ways and was considered a pest. Simply because we were ignorant of its real worth. Today the country over it is much sought after and is giving alfalfa a hard run for first place in value among the entire list of farm crops.
Its value in the redemption of alkaline lands cannot be over-estimated. If you have land of this class get busy at once. Sweet Clover will be its salvation. It will not only reclaim your alkaline and worn-out soils, but at the same time will yield crops of pasturage, hay and seed ranging in value from $75.00 tot $150.00 per acre.
It grows in a variety of soils—heavy, light wet or dry, almost anywhere exceot in acid soil.
Growers report extra large yields of corn and other crops following Sweet Clover.
Hay and Pasture—From many states come glowing re- ports of the value of Sweet Clover for hay and pasture. After acquiring the taste, stock often prefer it to other pasture.
It is usually possible to get one cutting of Sweet Clover — the first year and two good hay crops the second; or hay and pasture, or one hay crop and one seed crop. It is a splendid feed, about equal to alfalfa.
Sow the seed at the rate of 10 to 15 pounds per acre, with a nurse crop of grain, or alone, in well prepared fields in April or May. Cover the seed very lightly. It may follow a cultivated crop by preparing the seedbed with surface-working implements. If the soil is plowed, this should be done several weeks before seeding. Sweet Clover requires a very firm, compact soil.
Sweet Clover is a legume having the same bacteria on its roots that grow on alfalfa. Consequently it supplies nitro- gen to the soil and prepares the way for alfalfa. We rec- comend innoculation of the seed. See Farmogerm, Page 35.
WHITE BLOSSOM OR BOKHARA
This lives two years and then dies. It is the variety com- monly referred to when ‘‘Sweet Clover’’ is mentioned and is the best for general use.
It is an erect branching biennial plant with woody stems, the first season growing 115 to 3 feet high and developing a large root, in which is stored food material for the second season’s growth. The growth the second season usually reaches a height of 4 to 7 feet. It bears flowers and seed the second season and then the plant dies, so it is readily controlled by cutting before it goes to seed, which will pre- vent any seed being self-sown. Lb. 55c, postpaid. Not
Showing Nitrogen Nodules on Root of Sweet Clover prepaid, 10 Ibs. $4.00. Ask for quantity prices.
6 = perpen ats
YELLOW BLOSSOM (Melitotus Officinalis)—This variety be- longs to the same family as White Blossom Sweet Clover but it is not so prolific in growth, will not produce so large a tonnage, does not grow quite so tall, but is from ten days to three weeks earlier.
The flowers are yellow instead of white. For bee pasture and fertilizing purposes, we believe it to be equally valuable, but for hay or pasture it is not so desirable. Lb. 55c, postpaid. Not pre- paid, 10 Ibs. $4.00.
ALSIKE CLOVER (Swedish Hybrid)—Is recommended both for sowing with Timothy and also with the Red and Mammoth Clovers, as well as for a hay crop by itself. It does not winter- kill. The use of Swedish Alsike Clover is increasing rapidly; cattle prefer it to other clovers. It lasts longer, is hardier, stand- ing adverse conditions, both of summer and winter weather, better than the ordinary clovers, and is also better adapted for grazing purposes. It is somewhat similar in growth and appearance to Red Clover, but has a lighter colored bloom. Farmers have in recent years been sowing Swedish Alsike Clover in mixture, both with Red and the Mammoth and other grasses, claiming that it tends to insure good stands and better crops of clover than sowing the Red or the Mammoth alone, the quality of the hay thus pro- duced is excellent. It is very fine for honey bees. Sow at the rate of six or eight pounds per acre; sown in mixtures, five or six pounds per acre is sufficient. Lb. 75c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $6.25.
White Dutch Clover (Trifolium Repens)—See Lawn Seed. Lb. ‘85c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $7.00.
MEDIUM RED CLOVER (Trifolium Pratense)—It is sometimes called June Clover, and is a dependable, all-round variety for farmers and stockmen. It makes two crops each year. The first js usually cut when it is in blossom for hay; the last crop may be harvested for seed, cut for hay, or plowed under to add fer- tility to the soil. Sow either in the spring or fall, and if no other grasses are used, at the rate of from eight to fifteen pounds to the acre, according to quality of seed used and condition of the soil. Lb. 80c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $6.50.
As market conditions change almost daily, write for prices on ; a lieb, quantities. Medium is.ed Clover
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A field of P.-W.’s Swedish Select Oats, without doubt the best variety for Western conditions.
FARM SEEDS
Prices do not include delivery, except where noted. Writefor special quotations.
BARLEY
Sow 60 to 90 pounds per acre; on dry land 40 to 50 pounds.
CLUB or BREWER’S BARLEY—tThis is the staple va- riety for brewers. It is also good for feeding. 10 Ibs. 60c; 100 lbs. at market price.
NAKED, BEARDLESS or WHITE HULLESS—This is decidedly distinct from the malting variety, having no beard and shelling off its hull same as wheat. Is the best barley for feeding and is rapidly taking the place of spring rye. 10 Ibs. 60c; 100 Ibs. at market price.
BLUE or FEED BARLEY—This is a very hardy kind, producing very large, coarse, bearded heads and abundance of fodder. It is not used for brewing but makes the best green food. 10 Ibs. 50c; 100 lbs. at market price.
EMMER OR SPELTZ
EMMER or SPELTZ—Is a valuab'e grain from Russia Grown in the United States for several years. It is adapted to a wide range of soil and climate, and is of superior feeding value, yielding much more heavily than oats and barley. This grain grows tall, like rye, and matures as early as barley and yields from 40 to 80 bushels to the acre, and from four to six tons of straw hay. Tough and hardy, it stands drought better than any other grain, mak- ing it a sure crop. Prepare your land as you would for wheat or oats, and sow at the rate of 75 or 100 Ibs. per acre. Sow very early in the spring or fall, and do not let it stand until it gets too ripe before cutting, as any grain that yields well, shells easily. In the green state it makes an excellent pasture. Lb. 10c; 100 lbs. at market price.
FETERITA
FETERITA—Is from 20 to 30 days earlier than Kaffir- Corn, makes good fodder; in some instances made an ex- cellent yield of grain without having received any rain from the day it was planted until it was harvested. No variety of seed of any kind has ever sprung more suddenly into such popular favor. Feterita has taken the country by storm. Lb. 15c; 100 Ibs. at market price.
KAFFIR CORN
KAFFIR CORN—Is unsurpassed for dry alkali land, on which no better fodder and grain crop grows. Its great root system enables it to produce wonderfully in drought sections and breaks up new ground for other crops. Cattle relish the stalks, while the grain is a very valuable food
for poultry. Lb. 15c; 100 Ibs. at market price.
MILLET
COMMON—Very early; abundant. market price.
LIBERTY—A valuable fodder plant. Makes excellent hay. Sow 25 pounds to the acre. 10 Ibs. $1.50; 100 Ibs. at market price.
BILLION DOLLAR GRASS or JAPANESE — Great claims are made for it as to productiveness and value as a forage plant. Superior to corn fodder in feeding for milk. Grows six to eight feet high. Sow forty pounds per acre. 10 Ibs. $1.50; 100 lbs. at market price.
OATS
SWEDISH SELECT—A very hardy variety specially rec- commended for the north. Owning to its great root de- velopment it withstands drough very well. The grain is short, plump, white and very heavy, averaging 40 pounds per bushel. 10 Ibs. 50c; 100 Ibs. at market price.
New Kherson—It is one of the earliest oats grown, and is sometimes called “90-day oats,’’ as it has ripened crops in 80 to 90 days. It is the very best variety to grow in the mountains or in short season districts. 10 Ibs. 50c; 100 lbs. at market price.
Lb. 10c; 100 Ibs. at
RAPE
DWARF ESSEX—The fattening properties of Rape are said to be very much better than those of: clover. It also makes splendid green feed for poultry. Rape is best sown in drills, at the rate of three to five pounds per acre, or it can be sown broadcast, when from six to eight pounds per acre should be used. 10 Ibs. $1.75; 100 lbs. at market price.
RYE
Sow 60 to 80 pounds per acre; on dry land 30 to 40 pounds.
FALL or WINTER—It is a good crop for early fall or spring pasture, as it keeps green a long time in the fall, and starts growing again as soon as the weather gets a little warm. 10 Ibs. 50c; 100 Ibs. at market price.
LIBERTY RYE—Same habits of growth as regular Fall Rye., except much larger heads and kernels. It yields from 30 to 50 per cent larger crops than the ordinary variety. 10 Ibs. 75c; 100 lbs. at market price.
Since the prices on all farm seeds fluctuate greatly always write for special quotations on quantities.
PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
Harvesting Marquis Wheat on an irrigated farm in Southern Idaho.
Note the rank growth.
SPRING WHEAT
Prices quoted, not prepaid. Sow 60 to 80 lbs. per acre on Irrigated and 40 to 45 lbs. on Dry Farms.
EARLY BART
This is a new variety of great promise for the Moun- tain States. It has been grown quite extensively in the Northwest. Supt. D. E. Stephens of the Oregon Agri- eultural Experiment Station has this to say about it:
“The Early Bart spring wheat has been one of our best spring wheats. Upon our recommendation, farmers here have been growing it for the past two years and are very well satisfied with it. In fact, the Early Bart has practically replaced the Pacific Bluestem wheat, which prior to two years ago was about the only variety of spring wheat grown here commercially. For a_ six-year period the Early Bart variety has exceeded the yield of the Pacific Bluestem on the station here by a little more than three bushels per acre.”
Last year on our own Trial Grounds it proved the heaviest yielding variety. Another test conducted by A. E. Jensen on his farm near Moroni, Utah, under absolutely dry conditions Early Bart yielded thirty bushels per acre. while the two other varieties in the same plat, planted the same day, came through with less than twenty bushels per acre. With such a showing under the trying conditions of last year we have no hesitancy in recommending it as
t27 NOTE—We carry the Standard Varieties of Fall Wheat.
the leading spring wheat to date, not only for the dry farm, but on irrigated farms as well. It is a large, white- berried, bearded variety of finest milling quality. 10 Ibs. $1.00; 100 lbs. at market price.
MARQUIS WHEAT
A variety produced by scientific cross-breeding of the old Calcutta and the frost-resisting Red Fyfe variety. First introduced by the Central Experiment Station in Ottawa, Canada, and has since rapidly displaced many other varieties in the Northwest and in Canada. In appearance Marquis Wheat is similar to Red Fyfe, but the heads as a rule are heavier and the stalks shorter, making it less likely to lodge. The kernel is flinty, a little darker red and more plump than the Fyfe. It is beardless, having smooth yellow chaff, but its most valuable feature lies in its earliness, as it matures a week or ten days earlier than Red Fyfe. Yields 40 to 50 bushels per acre. Price 10 Ibs. 60c; 100 Ibs. $5.00.
ALL STANDARD VARIETIES, Blue Stem, Dicklow, Club, Sonora, etc. Sow 60 to 80 lbs. per acre on irrigated land; 40 to 50 on dry land. ..10 Ibs. 60c; 100 lbs. market price.
If our Fall Catalog does not reach you in time for your
needs, write us.
SUDAN GRASS
Sudan is a tall, annual grass, reachng a height of from seven to nine feet when planted in rows and allowed to mature for a seed crop; broadcasted and cut “‘in the bloom” for hay, about four feet. It dies each year like sorghum and millet and must be seeded each spring, so can never become a pest. It stools very freely, throwing out many stems from one crown.
It is easily cured and handled as a hay crop. The seed is retained well, there being very little loss from shatter-
ing. Stock of all kinds eat it readily and will leave any other hay for it. No baneful effects follow feeding it to stock. The food value is second only to alfalfa.
Here Sudan Grass is easily injured by frost and there- fore should not be planted until all danger of frost is past.
For a combined hay and seed crop plant in rows, thirty- six inches apart using about two pounds of seed; where irrigated, plant in rows eighteen inches apart, usng from 4 to 6 pounds per acre. .
Broadcast seeding for a hay crop requires from 12 to 20 pounds per acre.
The yield of seed varies from 500 to 1,000 per acre. When cut for hay it yields an immense tonnage of ex- cellent feeding quality. Price, 1 lb. 40c postpaid; 10 Ibs.
$3.00, not prepaid. SALT BUSH
Australian (Atriplex semi-baccatum). Will grow on alkaline soil. Much relished by stock, supplying the neces- sary salt. One pound of seed to the acre if sown broad-
east; four ounces if transplanted. In cutting fodder be careful not to injure crown of the plants. Lb. 75c, postpaid.
SORGUM
Early Amber—Furnishes a large yield of most nutritive forage, which can be fed either green or cured, and will yield two or three cuttings a year, stooling out thicker each time it is cut. It grows ten to twelve feet high. Sow broadcast for forage at the rate of 60 pounds per acre. When sown in drills, sow at the rate to 10 pounds per acre in drills three and a half to four feet apart. Lb. 25c¢ post- paid; Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $1.25; 100 lbs. at market price.
CHINESE DRIP SORGUM—A splendid new variety, very prolific and vigorous, especially desirable for making molasses. Being a heavy cropper it is equally well adapted for fodder and ensilage. Don’t fail giving it a trial. Lb. 30c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $1.75; 100 Ibs. at market price.
SOJA BEANS
This produces enormous crops. It grows about four feet high and yields ten to twenty tons of green fodder per acre, or 20 to 40 bushels of beans.
It is especially valuable for ensilage in combination with |
fodder corn or aJpanese Millet (two parts of millet to one part of Soja Beans), thus furnishing a complete balanced ration.
Soja Beans are great soil enrichers, adding humus and extracting nitrogen from the air.
Sow 40 to 50 pounds per acre. paid; 100 lbs. at market price.
Price 25¢ per lb., post-
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: FIELD PEAS
Stock Growers, Dairy Farmers, Orchardists and Gardeners everywhere should be interested in this, one of the most useful for all purposes of any farm crop.
Time for Sowing—Being very hardy the fear of rotting in the ground is not considered. The majority sow in April, although a pea-hay crop can be obtained if sown as late as in July. Early sowing is best.
Quantity to Sow—When early sowing is made, 30 to 40 Ibs. of seed per acre makes a crop that covers the ground and produces good tonnage. If late sowing is made, 60 to 80 lbs. per acre is advisable, as the crop does not get to ma- tured growth. Thick sowing will aid in choking out weeds.
Harvesting—If wanted as a pea-hay the growth should be at the period when the supply of nutriment in milk is in the vine just forming the pod, cut and cured like ordinary hay. This makes finest feed for dairy cattle; in fact, lambs, sheep, hogs and cattle relish this hay. If peas are desired as dry grain, allow crop to mature and handle in shocks, threshing by machine, after thoroughly dry. The dry seed can be ground into a meal, or be fed whole.
We recommend treating the seed with aFrmogerm before planting. See Page 35.
CANADA FIELD—This is a small-seeded, very hardy San Luis Valley—This Colorado stock pea is ahybrid. pea, vigorous, thrifty, growing five to six feet, immensely The seed has the appearance of a mixed sort, and is well productive. Hardy everywhere; can’t be beat for all pur- acclimated, hardy, withstanding early frosts and growing ‘poses. Lb. 20c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $1.00. until late fall, reaching a length of four to six feet. The
vine. continues 2 pein as it eres nenine, poe on
= sis . . the lower branches and setting more pods above. ey can
See gated Bee nae gan ae nas risa be grown and do well at an altitude of 9,000 feet. Lb. 20c, large quantities, quality considered, we cannot be postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $1.00; 100 lbs. at market
undersold. price.
SPRING VETCH
j Plant alone or preferably with some cereal such as Rye, Wheat or Oats for a support. Valuable for both soil- ing and as a cover crop. Sow in spring at rate of 60 to 75 Ibs. per acre. Additional value may be secured by treat- ing seed with Farmogerm. See Page 35.
P.-W.’s SILO CORN
Five years ago silos were almost a novelty here in the Mountain States, but there has been such a marvelous awakening, especially among the dairy farmers, that is will soon be a rare thing to find an up-to-date dairyman in this section without one. The wonderful advantages of ensilage will not be confined alone to the dairyman, but as cattle and sheep raising becomes more generally confined to the farm, ensilage will be the one great solution of the feeding problem.
In general, the advantages of a silo are so many that it is a necessity on every farm where any livestock is kept. The best recommendation for the silo is the one all users give it, they don’t see how they ever got along without it.
Of all the crops useful for ensilage, Corn is th most largely used and without doubt the most profitable. Alive to this situation we have made Ensilage Corn a specialty and we are now able to offer our customers the most profitable varieties adapted to the climatic conditions of various sections of the West. Write and tell us where you are going to plant and for what purpose and we can give you valuable advice as to the variety which will be the most profitable.
PLANTING AND HARVESTING FOR ENSILAGE
Planting—Generally speaking, the seed should be sown in drills 3 feet apart, using 15 to 40 pounds of seed per acre, depending not only on the soil, but also for the pur- pose for which the silage is to be used. Whenever less grain and more bulk is desired more seed may be planted to the acre, giving a greater amount of leaf and stalk but less ear carn. For fattening beef cattle the opposite is true; the more ears produced the greater the fattening properties and for that reason less seed should be sown per acre, giving it a better opportunity to mature. In either case the tonnage per acre will be about the same.
Cutting the Corn—The proper time to cut corn for silo filling is when the kernels are well dented and almost mature. The lower leaves are turning brown at this time but the stalks are still green and contain a large amount of succulence:
If cut immature and green, the silage wil] be sour and too laxative, neither does it have the feeding value of matured corn. F Caution—The blow pipe must be as nearly perpendicu- lar as possible, so that the air will sift the material. If the pipe has has much slant, the material will settle on the lower side and clog, the air passing over it instead of
pushing it up.
Adding Water—If corn for any reason becomes over ripe and dry, excellent silage can still be made from it by adding water while it is being cut into the silo, a half a barrel to each load of corn.
Good silage can be made from frosted corn in the same way. In order to get a perfect distribution of water in the silage, it should be run through the blower with the silage. This can be done by running a steady stream into the blower by means of a small hose.
Packing the Silage—Thoroughly packing by tramping 2 2 Le improves the quality of silage. This should be done a Ser SOS iS Roe aS thoroughly, close to the wall. The center will take care ee hc : Srdiatate A é St ae eo. yi: ; A e surface of the silage while the silo is being filled , 3 ; should be kept concave, that is lower in the center than ate I oh SASE rt Fie ae at the walls. This will prevent an air space occuring Tons lanionals Ethie: oe z e & perhead silage between the wall and the silage from settling later. Height Diameter Cap to be fed per day required _Danger—When the corn is cut into the silo it soon be- 24 feet 12 feet 54 15 25 32.5 gins to heat, which causes large quantities of carbonic 28 feet 12 feet 64 15 30 45.0 acid gas to be given off. The gas being heavier than 28 feet 14 feet 86 16 35 67.5 air collects in the silo and must be given a chance to 30 feet 14 feet 92 20 80 60.0 flow out before any one is sent into the silo when work 32 feet 16 feet 120 20 35 70.0 commences in the morning. This may be done by open- 34 feet 16 feet 128 20 40 80.0 ing a door at the surface of the silage. Running in fresh 32 feet 18 feet 162 265 35 7.5 material will soon mix up the gas with fresh air and 34 feet 18 feet 172 25 40 100.0 make it safe. 36 feet 18 feet 182 30 35 105.0
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P.-W.’s Mountain States Silo Corn No. 1
P.-W.’s MOUNTAIN STATES SILO CORN NO. 1
“Once Sown, Always Grown”
This variety is the heaviest yielding corn for ensilage ever introduced in the Mountain States. It is positively the earliest of the tall-growing large yellow Dent corns in cultivation. It is our own selection from Improved Leam- ing and will mature its grain in 100 days, even under un- favorable conditions; and about 90 days where climatic conditions are suitable. So that planters in any section with a growing season of about 80 days between Spring and Fall frosts will be perfectly safe for ensilage with P.-W.’s Mountain States Silo Corn No. 1 under normal conditions and good soil it grows from 12 to 20 feet in height, producing an immense tonnage of fodder per acre. All things considered we are justified in saying it stands far above all other varieties for ensilage purposes in the West. You will never regret giving it a trial this year.
Cultural Directions—Page 39. For price see below.
UTAH
P.-W.’s Mountain States Silo Corn No. Z
P.-W.’s MOUNTAIN STATES SILO CORN NO. 2
This is a shorter growing variety than P.-W.’s Moun- tani States Silo Corn No. 1, the height ranging from 8 to 12 feet, depending upon soil and other conditions. Conse- quently the fodder tonnage is less, but it makes up this loss to a large degree in the increase of grain yield. This increased grain feature appeals strongly to those who are using ensilage for fattening cattle and sheep. Many dairymen also, who wish a stronger grain ration use it in preference to our No. 1. We recommend it eapecially for districts where the growing season is short, as it will mature on an average of about 10 days earlier. Thus the highland valleys through the entire West can safely produce ensilage from P.-W.’s Mountain States Silo Corn No. where the period between frosts is not less than 70 days.
Cultural Directions—Page 39. For price see below.
Red Cob Ensilage—A pure white corn on a red cob. It is sweet, tender, juicy, has short joints and produces an abundance of foliage. Every dairy farmer should grow this sort for summer fodder; it will keep up the flow of milk during the hot weather when the: grass is burnt up. For fodder sow in drills 3 feet apart, 60 pounds per acre, or if broadcast 120 pounds per acre. See below for price.
FIELD CORN
For grain, sow in hills 3 feet apart, 8 to 10 pounds per acre.
“Pride of the North”
as it Grows in Idaho
Not prepaid, Ib. 15c; 10 Ibs. $1.25.
Price by mail postpaid, Ib. 25c.
AUSTRALIAN WHITE FLINT (90 days)—The earliest and surest variety. Will endure more drouth and cold than any other variety known. Grows to a height of six to ten feet. Ears varying from eight to ten inches long. Usually eight to ten rowed, one to two ears on a stalk. Price, see below.
P.-W.’s IMPROVED LEAMING—This is one of the earliest large yellow Dent corns in cultivation, ripening in 90 to 100 days from planting. It is extra early, and not a hard flinty corn. The ears are large and handsome, with deep, large grains; orange color on red cob. It grows from 12 to 20 feet in height in good soils and yields immensely in fodder per acre. For an ensilage or fodder corn it has no equal to date that is so well adapted to the Rocky Mountain States. Price see below.
Minnesota No. 13—The ears are of handsome appearance bearing 16 to 20 rows of bright, rich yellow, smooth, wedge-shaped kernels packed closely on the cob from butt to tip. The ears average eight inches in length and are borne uually two on a stalk. The cobs are well filled and the individual kernels, plump and of good color; thoroughly matures in ninety days in a good location.
PRIDE OF THE NORTH—An exceptionally early Dent variety. Stalks of medium height with broad leaves. The ears, which average 8 to 10 inches in length, have from 12 to 16 rows. Grains long and deep yellow. For cold valleys where seasons are short it cannot be beat.
Ask for Quantity Prices.
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P.-W.’s Lawn Seed Used for Utah State Capitol Grounds. Thousands have admired the beautiful velvety appearance and marveled at the quick, thrifty growth..
LAWN SEED
The ground should be well spaded and thoroughly raked, so that the soil is fine and free from lumps and its surface smooth, even and firm. If a thick, heavy sod is wanted quickly, seed should be sown at the rate of one pound to 150 to 200 square feet. It takes twice as much seed to make a lawn as it does for raising hay and it frequently happens that good results are not obtained on account of scanty seed. After sowing, seed should be well raked in, and on a light sandy soil, well rolled. Heavy soils do not require much rolling when grass is established. The lawn may be much improved by rolling after each cutting. The best time to sprinkle is early in the evening. Lawns always do best if seeded in early spring or latter part of August but when necessary to seed in midsummer it will be advan- tageous to sow a little oats with the lawn seed to protect the tender grass from the intense heat of the sun. The weeds and foul grass, which most soils produce, can be kept down and destroyed by repeated mowing. The seed of- fered on this page has been most carefully selected and none better can be obtained anywhere.
P.-W.’s VELVET GREEN LAWN MIXTURE
The best lawn seed experience can suggest of that money can buy. Produces a beautiful, permanent lawn in four to six weeks. The most important thing to consider in selecting seeds for lawn grass is to obtain proper mixture of several varieties, for two reasons: First, each variety is at its best during a certain part of the season. By properly choosing early, medium and late grasses a smooth, even green lawn is assured from early spring to late autumn. Second, a given area can support only so many grass plants of one kind, for they all absorb the same sort of food but if several varieties are sown the same area will support many more plants, as different sorts live on various elements in the soil. This will give a much thicker and more luxurious turf all over the lawn. With these facts in mind, our P.-W.’s Velvet Green Lawn Seed is scientifically combined. Our experience has given us an _ intimate knowledge of grasses, their habits and requirements. In P.-W.’s Velvet Green Grass Seed are included only the very best varieties—pure, clean and free from foul seed. Sow at rate of one pound to 200 square feet. Price: 60c per lb.; 3 lbs. $1.65, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs. $4.50. ; >
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS Our stock is extra fancy recleaned heavy seed. The pur- est and cleanest obtainable anywhere. A _ perfect lawn grass. Price: 55c per Ib.; 3 Ibs. $1.50, pospaid. ..Not pre- paid, 10 Ibs. $4.00.
WHITE CLOVER
recleaned pure seed. Specially selected for Price 85c per 1b., postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 Ibs.
First class lawn use.
$7.50.
FERTILIZERS FOR LAWN AND GARDEN
GROZ-IT PULVERIZED MANURE—A highly concen- WIZARD—Close and painstaking study for years has
trated, pulverized, natural animal manure, packed in sacks enabled the manufacturer to give you a meritorious Fer- F > » » light, dry, odorless, free from seeds and all foreign matter,
with a plant food value of many times that of ordinary manure. It will not burn your plants, no matter in what quantities you use it—but it is so strong a little goes a long way. Good for anything that grows. Price 5c per Ib.; 50 Ibs. $1.75; 100 Ibs. $2.75, not prepaid.
tilizer; saving you time, labor, expense and trouble. One 25 pound bag is equal to 100 pounds of the ordnary chem- ical fertilizer. Full drections with each order. Price: 25-Ib. bag $2.50; 2 Ib. package 35c, not prepaid.
BONE MEAL—tThis is an excellent fertilizer; safe for all plant life, and very effective. Price: 1 lb. 10c; 50 Ibs. $2.00; 100 Ibs. $3.50.
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FLOWER SEED | DEPARTMENT
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A FEW CULTURAL HINTS
There is perhaps nothing one can do that would add more beauty to the home and surroundings for as little cost and trouble as a well cared-for garden. Qnly those who have tried cultivating a little patch of ground in the rear of the house know how much pleasure is really to be found in the work, and to what extent it entices one out of doors. Any one whose work does not keep him indoors from dawn until dark can try the experiment. An hour or two each day in the summer will transform the most unpromising ground into a thing of beauty, and the expense is trifling.
To those who have never planted Flower Seeds before the suggestions here offered may be helpful. The directions given are based on the average climatic conditions that prévail in the Mountain States. Our customers living elsewhere can readily adapt them to their own localities.
Seeds Planted Out-of-Doors—For most of the ordinary annual flowers, such as Sweet Alyssum, Calliopsis, Marigold, Mignonette, Nastirtiums, etc., the simplest method is to sow directly out-of-doors, when danger of frost is over, in the space they are intended to flower. The ground should be dug and raked fine on the surface. Sow the seeds evenly and thinly, either in lines or in beds, covering them over four times their size and firming the soil over them. Should they come up too thickly, as most of them will likely do, thin out so that the plants will stand from four to twleve inches apart, accordng to the variety. This plan is also adaptable to many varieties usually started indoors, such as Asters, Verbenas, Stocks, etc., but as a rule their germination is more certain under glass, as they begin to flower much easier when started indoors. The extra trouble is well repaid by their increased bloom period.
Indoor Planting—For all flower seeds which should be started indoors, and this includes some of our best flowers, such as Heliotrope, Lobelia, Salvia, Verbena, etc., the best plan is to use seed pans or smal] boxes, which should be filled to the depth of an inch with broken pots, coal ashes, or any rough material. The upper inch should be nice sifted soil, composed, if possible, of about one-third each of sand, leaf mould and light garden loam. Press firmly and evenly and water thoroughly the day before sowing. Sow seeds thinly over the surface, covering about one-eighth inch, pressing firmly. Cover with a pane of glass or one or two thicknesses of newspaper to prevent too rapid evaporation of the moisture, and keep an even temperature of 60 or 70 degrees. Water carefully. A single watering or too frequent watering usually leads to failure. Take off the glass after the seeds have germinated. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, they should be transplanted into similar boxes, an inch apart each way, or put into small pots and kept there until time to plant in the open ground. At all times they should have an abundance of air.
When to Plant Hardy Perennials—The seeds of most hardy perennials may be sown at any time from January to October. Early sowings should be made indoors in boxes in the same manner as described above. Or they may be sown out-of-doors in the spring, after frost has past, and transplanted into their flowering places in early autumn or the following spring. Many varieties succeed best sown in autumn, in which case they should be sown in a cold frame, transplanting them to their permanent quarters the following spring. Our aim is to secure the very best strains ob- tainable, both for home and foreign growth, adaptable to our intermountain region. And we have spared neither paing
nor expense with this object in view.
gar TO AVOID WORDY DESCRIPTIONS AND TO SAVE SPACE AND TIME, WE HAVE USED THE FOLLOW- ING SIGNS; AT A GLANCE, THEREFORE, ANY VARIETY SO CHARACTERIZED CAN BE PROPERLY CLASSI-
FIED. * Annuals—These attain full growth from seed, flower and die first year. + Biennials—These grow from seed the first year, bloom and die the next, though some varieties bloom the first
if sown early. 3 . . . ph Perennials sown early, sometimes bloom the first year, but all continue to live and bloom yeaer after year withe |
out reseeding. aad ; : § Greenhouse Plants—Start inside and cultivate in pots, or else, transplant outside when danger of frost is over.
§ Stove Plants—To be grown inside all the year round for pots only. § Climbing Plants. |
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A.
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P.-W.’s “BIG FOUR” FLOWER SEED COLLECTIONS
The collections offered below are made up of only tried and choice varieties, carefully selected to furnish varied, pro-
fuse and continuous display of flower throughout the season. changes can be allowed at the reduced prices at which they are sold. label, these seeds are fresh and of highest purity and germination.
Collection No. 1 ANNUAL FLOWER SEEDS
FOR GARDENS, BEDS, BORDERS, ETC.
1 Pkt. Each of Kinds Enumerated Below $1.00 Postpaid (Regular Price $1.50)
Ageratum—Compact bushes, 8-in. high, blue flowers. Alyssum, Little Gem—An improved white Sweet Alyssum. Aster, P.-W.’s Giant Branching—Mixed colors.
Calliopsis, Golden Wave—Large flowers, freely produced. Candytuft—Hyacinth-like spikes of white flowers. Celosia—Brilliantly showy.
Cosmos, Giant-Flowering—Mixed ; fall-flowering, fine. Dianthus, Double Pink—Colors, edged and marbled. Escholtzia, Golden West—California Poppies.
Hollyhock, Annual Ever-Blooming—Mixed colors. Larkspur, Giant Hyacinth-Flowered —Large showy spikes. Marigold—Mixed; Improved African.
Mignonette—Large spikes of fragrant flowers. Nasturtiums, Giant Flowering Dwarf—Various colors. Petunia, Large Flowering, Single Mixed—Blotched, striped. Phlox Drummondii, Large Flowering, Mixed—Improved. Poppy, Giant Double, Brilliant Mixture—Immense flowers. Salvia, Scarlet Sage— Vivid scarlet.
Scabiosa, Double—Mixed colors, large-flowering.
Stocks, Large-Flowering Dwarf, Double, 10 Weeks—Mixed. Sweet Peas, Giant Spencer—Mixed.
Verbena, Mammoth, Mixed—Large flowers.
Zinnia, Large Double—Mixed colors, immense flowers.
Collection No. 2 SEEDS OF HARDY CLIMBERS
(For Permanent Positions)
1 Pkt. Each of Kinds Enumerated Below 25c Postpaid Ampelopsis Veitchii (Boston Ivy)—Clings to walls, etc. Aristolochia Sipho—Dutchman’s Pipe Vine.
Bigonia Grandiflora—Trumpet Creeper, 40 feet. Clematis Paniculata—Mass of white star-like flowers. Kudzu Vine—Grows rapidly, pea shaped, purple flowers. Lathyrus Latifolius (Everlasting Pea)—Mixed colors.
As they are put up in advance of our rush season, no Like all other seeds we send out under P.-W.’s Cannot fail to please you in every way.
Collection No. 3 HARDY PERENNIAL FLOWER SEEDS
FOR GARDENS, BORDERS AND GROUPS
1 Pkt. Each of Kinds Enumerated Below $1.00 Postpaid (Regular Price $1.50)
Achilles Ptarmica, fl. pl.,.—Double white flowers, profuse.
Alyssum Saxatile Compacta—Spring-blooming.
Aquilegia of Columbine, Hybrids—Beautiful new colors.
Asters, Hardy—Improved Michalemas Daisies.
Canterbury Bells—The “Cup and Saucer” type.
Candytuft Gibraltica—Rose and white, hardy.
Coreopsis Lanceolata, Havrest Moon—Golden-yellow.
Delphinum, Large Single Hybrids—Mixed colors.
Dianthus Plumarius, Double Mixed—Grass Pinks.
Digitalis Golxiniodes, Mixed—Foxylove, various colors.
Gaillardia Grandiflora, Mixed—Red, yellow, ete.
Hollyhock, Double, Mixed Colors—Beautiful colors.
Pansies, Finest Mixed—Beautiful colors.
Poppy, Hardy Oriental Hybrids, Mixed—Immense flowers.
Berethrum, Large-Flowering Hybrids, Mixed—Beautiful ue.
Scabiosa Caucasia—Saucer-shaped.
Sweet William, Large-Flowering, Single—Mixed.
Wall-Flower, Dauble, Mixed Colors—Fragrant flowers.
Collection No. 4 SEEDS OF CLIMBING ANNUALS
1 Pkt. Each of Kinds Enumerated Below for 50c Postpaid Baloon Vine—White flowers, 10 feet.
Canary-Bird Vine—Yellow butterfly-like flowers, 15 feet. Coboea Scandens—Beautiful rich blue flowers, 20 feet. Cypress Vine, Mixed—Feathery foliage, star-shaped flowers. Dolichos—Wistaria-like clusters crimson flowers, 10 feet. Humulus, Variegated—Foliage striped, 20 feet.
Moon Flower Vine—Immense white flowers, 50 to 75 feet. Morning Glory, Imp. Jap., Mixed—Magnificent colors. Nasturtium, Climbing, Mixed Colors—New colors, 10 feet. Sweet Peas, Grandiflora, Mixed—Finest strain.
AIDS IN SELECTING FLOWER SEEDS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES
BACKGROUNDS AND BORDERS CUTTING BEDS AND MASSING Large Showy Annuals Acroclinum Marigold Feet eee Antirrhi Matricaria geratum alliardia Amaranthus Poppy (Tall) ‘Auuileaingan Mignonette Antirrhinum Lobelia Comp. Celosia Plumosa atid ated Myosotis Aster Marigold eos Sa MaGwe Calendula Nasturtium Balsam Nasturtium, Dwarf Larkspur untlower Callisopsis Pansy Celendula Pansy Marigold (Tall) eH Centaurea Phlox eallions Petunia tuft Phlox Drum Dwarfer Sorts Campanula Poppy Cate : Carnation Pyrethrum arnation Poppy Alyssum (Hardy) Dianthus Chrysanthemum Salpigossis Calosia Portulaca Candytuft Myosotis Coreopsis Seabiosa Chrysanthemum Salvia Splen. (Hardy) Pansy 8 Cosmos eet Cone wales Stocks Carnation Pinks (Hardy) Dahlia toc Inor Daisy, Double Sweet William Denphinium Sweet Pea Coreopsis Verbena Godetia Violet Dianthus Sweet William Dahlia Zinnia aw aeac deed Oa See Sultan Dianthus EDGING, . 3aillardia erhena M z Helianthus Wallflower x ; PARTLY SHADY PLACES Ageratum Myosotis Larkspur Zinnia conitum Digitalis Alyssum Phlox, Dwarf Antirrhinum Hardy Primrose Asters, Dwarf Pinks, Chinese PLANTS SUITABLE FOR POTS Aquilegia Matricaria Candytuft Pyrethrum ; THAT MAY BE GROWN Begonia, Tuber Myosotis Dusty Miller Sweet Pea, Cupid Bellis Poppies (Hardy) (Centaurea) Nasturtium, Dwarf FROM SEEDS Canterbury Bells Schizanthus
Lobelia Comp. Zinnia, Dwarf
: 3 Ageratum Marigold, Dwarf Antirrhinum (Dwarf) FOLIAGE Asters (Dwarf) Amaranthus Kochia Begonias Canna Marvel of Peru Carnation Centaurea can. Pyrethrum Aure Cineraria Centaurea Gymnoc. Ricinus Coleus Coleus Cyclamen
Coreopsis (Hardy) Pansy Heliotrope Cowslip Violet Ce Delphinium Nastartvom DROOPING PLANTS FOR VASES,
(Dwarf) HANGING BASKETS, VER- Petinia ANDA, BOXES, ETC. Primroses Alyssum Nasturtium Stocks Lobelia Smilax
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ASTERS*
_Of our list of flowers from seed there is now none mere popular and generally satisfactory than the Aster, and during the past few years it has grown greatly in the public esteem owing to the great improvements which have been
made. numerous forms and free-blooming.
For late summer and fall display it has no equal owing to the rich colors of its perfectly double flowers, its Sow seed early and give deep, rich soil, with plenty of mulching. ¢
Tor best results sow seed early indoors, then transplant to open ground.
IMPROVER GIANT CREGO*
This flower is giant in size, many blossoms six inches across. The petuls are nearly double the length of the older varieties and are twisted and curled into a_ very fluffy effect. Considered by many the best Aster yet intro- duced. In our estimation they supercede the Ostrich Feather, which we have discontinued.
The plants are of strong-branching growth and usually attain a height of from two to two and one-half feet. The delightful flowers are borne in abundance from late Aug- ust until the end of September.
White Shell Pink Crimson Dark Blue
Each of the above: \%& oz. 35c; pkt. 10c.
All colors mixed: Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 30c.
KING*
The habit is similar to the popular Giant Branching, vigorous in growth, long stems. In form petals somewhat resemble the quilled varieties, but are much larger and broader, those in the center being curled and incurved, completely covering the crown. In shape and size the bloom is round, full and very large.
White Pink Rose Crimson Violet
Each of above: Pkt. 10c; 4% oz. 30c.
All colors mized: Pkt. 10c; 1% oz. 25c.
PAEONY-FLOWERED*
A mid-season variety which in vigor or growth, habit, size and all other qualities which go to make up a first- class Aster is unequalled. The plants grow about 18 inches high, every flower being borne on a long stem, making them valuable for cutting or bedding. Mixed: Pkt. 10c; 1% oz. 30c.
HARDY ASTER (Perennial) ¢ Michaelmas Daisies. Single flowering, hardy herbaceous plants thriving in any good garden soil. If sown early n the spring they will flower the first season. Pkt. 10c; YB oz. 50c.
Purple
Lavendar
; P.-W.’s GIANT BRANCHING Giants in size, marvels of beauty. The plants are com- pact and bushy, from 24 to 30 inches high, and produce from 20 to 30 blossoms each. These are borne on strong, stiff stems, are from three to five inches in diameter; in form, shape and color resembling chrysanthemums. We offer them in distinct shades of color. Autumn flowering. White Lavendar Light Blue Flesh Pink Crimson Purple
Each of above: Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c. All colors mixed: Pkt. 10c; % oz. 20c.
QUEEN OF THE MARKET*
The earliest flowering first-class Aster, coming into flower in July, or fully three weeks in advance of the gen- eral run; of branching habit; flowers of good sive and borne on long stems, making them exceedingly valuable for cutting; excellent for growing under glass; one foot.
White __ Lavendar Light Blue Flesh Pink Crimson Puiple Each of above: Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c. All colors mixed: Pkt. 10c; 4% oz. 20c.
P.-W-’s SPECIAL MIXTURE DWARF ASTERS*
This is comprised of distinct and most desirable varieties of Early Dwarf Asters. The effect will surely please. Pkt. 10c; 1% oz. 20c.
P.-W.’s SPECIAL MIXTURE OF TALL ASTERS
Made up of many varieties and colors of tall growing asters, specially combined to give a succession from early summer until late fall. Pkt. 10c; 144 oz. 20c.
Abronia (Umbrellata Grandiflora).*{ Six inches. Very pretty trailing Sand Verbena, with numerous clusters of sweet scented rosy-lilac flowers. Does well in poor soil. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 50c.
*Annuals. Biennials. {Greenhouse Plants.
plant ;
tPerennials.
Acanthus (Latifolius).£ Three feet. Handsome decorative
broad, deeply cut foliage; beautiful for solitary
plants ane or for grouping with other plants. Pkt. ic; oz. 40c.
||Stove Plants. SClimbing Plants.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A.
Achillea (The Pearl)= frost covered double.
Three feet. From spring until with heads of purest white flowers; very Useful for cut flowers. Sow seeds early. Pkt. 15c.
Acontium (Napellus).: Three feet. Monkshood. Long spikes of curiously shaped blue flowers. Plant in shrubbery or shady places of the garden. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
Acroclinium*—‘“Everlasting,’”’ growing about 15 inches high, bearing lovely white or rose-pink flowers, which, when cut in the bud state can be dried and used in winter bouquets. A nice thing to grow in.a mixed border aside from its use as an everlasting.
Double Mixed. Pkt. 5c; ™%4 oz. 30c.
Single Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
Adonis (Aestivalis)i;—One foot. Flos Adonis. Pretty little plant with feathery fresh green foliage, dotted with innumerable small blood-red flowers. Pkt. 5c; Y% oz. 25c.
AGERATUM*
One of the best summer blooming plants grown from seed. They are rapid growers, early and constant bloomers. Set the dwarf sorts 10 inches apart and they soon make a low mass of charming blue or white.
Mexicanum—Swanley blue. Eight inch. dwarf. Fine for edgings. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 35c.
Album (White)—Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
All colors mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
ALLYSUM (Mad-Wort)
Pretty little plants for beds, vases, baskets, edgings or rockwork ; blooming profusely all summer; useful also for winter flowering. Very sweetly scented.
LITTLE GEM or CARPET of SNOW*—Of dwarf, com- pact habit, four to six inches in height. It begins to bloom when quite small, and the plants are a solid mass of white from spring to late in autumn, and undoubtedly the best white flowering edging plant in the list. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 35e; oz. 50c.
Sweet Allysum (A. Martinum)*—Of trailing habit; flowers white. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c; oz. 35c.
Saxatile Compactum (Basket of Gold)i—Showy golden- yellow flowers; hardy perennials; blooms the first season if sown early indoors; excellent for rockwork; one foot. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
AMARANTHUS*
Brilliant foliaged, growing about three feet high. All are useful in borders of tall plants or for the center of large beds. They thrive best in a hot, sunny location, not too rich soil, and given sufficient room to develop their
full beauty. Tri-Color (Jeseph’s Coat)—Pkt. 5c; ™%4 oz. 25c. Caudatus (Love Lies Bleeding)—Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 15c. (Prince Feather—Pkt. 5c; 14 oz. 15c.
Cruentus AMPELOPSIS (Veitchi)+§
The well-known Boston or Japanese Ivy. See description on plant pages. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. lic.
ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon)*
One of the most valuable flowers which can readily be grown from seed. We offer two distinct types, the large- flowering, tall-growing, or giant, and the equally large- flowered, half-dwarf variety, practically the same colors being offered in both the Giant and Half-Dwarf sorts. Seed sown out of doors the first week of May come into bloom early in July, remaining in full flower until Novem- ber. For earlier flowering, they may be started indoors or in a frame in March, transplanting them to the open when weather is suitable.
TALL GIANT FLOWERING—20 to 30 inches. Scarlet White Yellow Pink
Each of above. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 25c.
Tall Giants—Mixed colors. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 20c.
HALF-DWARF GIANT FLOWERING—About 18 inches. Scarlet hite Yellow ink
Each of above. Pkt. 10c; 1% oz. 30c.
All colors mixed. Pkt. 10c; 1% oz. 25c.
AQUILEGIA (Columbine) +
Charming hardy plants, bearing in countless numbers through May and June exquisite clear blue, white, rose, yellow, purple and striped blossoms. For planting in per- manent borders or edges of shrubbery is one of the best.
Double Varieties—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c. Single Varieties—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; 1% oz. 20c.
ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO (Dutchman’s Pipe)+§
A noble foliage plant, and when trained against a house or trellis, the effect is matchless. Its small flowers re- semble the “Pitcher Plant.” Thirty seeds 10c.
*Annuals. 7Biennials. {Greenhouse Plants.
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Canterbury Bells
BALLOON VINE*§
Ten feet. Thrives in light soil. One of the prettiest climbers. Remarkable for its inflated membraneous cap- sules, containing the seed. It is sometimes called Love-in- a-Puff. Flowers white. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
BALSAM (Lady’s Slipper)*
An old and favorite garden flower, producing its gor- geous masses of beautiful brilliant-colored double flowers in the greatest profusion; of easy culture; succeeds in a good rich soil; tender annuals. Two feet.
Double Camelia Flowered—Finest mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz.
BEGONIA SEMPERFLORENS*{
Twelve inches high. Of the greatest value for bedding; the flowers, although small, are of brilliant colors and borne in great profusion from summer to autumn. Seed- lings of spring bloom in summer, while seedlings of sum- mer make valuable decorative plants for the greenhouse during winter.
All colors mixed.
Pkt. 10c; % oz. $1.00.
BEGONIA (Tuberous Rooted) ||{
Hight to twelve inches. The newer forms of Begonias are among the most brilliantly beautiful of flowering plants. Seed should be sown in February or March in pots on a surface of fine soil. The plants will give an abund- ance of bloom the first year, and at the end of the seasom they may be dried off by witholding water, the tubers kept in a dry place, free from frost and planted the following spring, when they will bloom more freely than eveer.
Double—Mixed. Pkt. 25c.
Single—Mixed. Pkt. 25c.
BIGNONIA RADICANS (Trumpet Vine)#§
Magnificent, hardy, deciduous climber, with brilliant flowers deserving a first place as an ornament and ef- fective covering for walls, houses, etc. Hardy perennial. Height 20 to 30 feet. Pkt. 5¢; 1% oz. 25c.
CALIOPSIS*
Showy and beautiful free-flowering annuals, of the easiest culture, doing well in any sunny position, bloom- ing all summer and excellent for cutting and massing.
Golden Wave (Drummondii)—Large, rich, golden-yellow flowers. A border of this looks like a line of gold. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
All Sorts and Colors—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
CALENDULA (Pot Marigold) *
A perpetual bloomer, the flowers and exhibit every shade of yellow from ivory to deepest orange. It is the old-fashioned Mammouth “Marigold,” and without doubt one of the showiest hardy garden annuals. It blooms from early summer until frost. One foot high. Valuable for pot culture, blooming freely through the winter.
ORANGE KING—Very large double flowers of orange- red. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
All Double—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. lic.
California Poppy—See Esch-scholitza.
are oriental in color
¢Perennials. ||Stove Plants. §Climbing Plants.
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Giant Hyacinth Candytuft
CANARY BIRD VINE*§
Fifteen to twenty feet. Clean, handsome foliage, with an abundance of bright, canary-yellow blossoms; good rambler and fine for stumps, rockeries, etc.; excellent window vine for winter. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
CANDYTUFT*
A hardy annual, growing about six to eighteen inches high, according to the variety. The blossoms are borne on variously long spikes, and the newer varieties are quite large, flowering and very fragrant.
Umbellata Crimson—Rich deep shade. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
Umbellata Pink— Deep rose-pink. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
Giant Hyacinth-Flowered (White). One foot. The flow- er heads are of immense size. Pkt. 5c; Y% oz. 35c.
All colors and Types Mixed—Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
Gibraltarica.t:—Lilac shading off to wihte. Pkt. 10c; %
oz. $1.00. Sempervirensi—Pure white. Pkt. 10c; % oz. $15.0.
CARDINAL CLIMBER*§ (Ipomoea Quamoclit Hybridia)
Very attractive, strong and rapid grower, attaining a height of twenty-five feet with beautiful fern-like cardinal red flowers fro.n midsummer to frost. The flowers are about 1 inch in diameter and are borne in clusters five to seven blooms each. It delights in a warm, sunny situa- tion and good, rich soil. The seed should be soaked in water a few hours before sowing and not planted outside until about May Ist. One pkt. of 25 seeds, L5c.
CANNA (Giant-Flowered) ff Two and a half to eight feet. Few people know these tropical plants can be easily grown from seed and bloom the first summer if sown before April. Pierce the seed in one spot with a file and soak in lukewarm water for 24 hours before sowing. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
CANTERBURY BELLS (Campanula), Mediumt+ A hardy biennial, blooming the second year from seed. Of easy culture, but preferring rich, moist soil. Grows about three feet high and bears double and single va- rieties of blue, white, purple and red flowers. Single—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %& oz. 10c. Double—Mixed. Pkt. 10c; 1-16 oz. 20c.
CARNATIONS*
Carnations are general favorites for their delicious frag- rance and richness of color. They are indispensable, both for greenhouse culture in winter and for the garden in summer. The Marguerite and Chabaud’s type are the best for summer flowering.
Chabaud’s Everblooming—Raised by a famous French specialist. Blooms in five months after being sown, and continues to flower in the greatest profusion indefinitely. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 50c.
Marguerite—These are deservedly the most popular Car- nations with the amateur, as they begin flowering in a few weeks from time of sowing. The strain offered is of extra fine quality, producing on long, strong stems an abundance of large, double, beautifully fringed, highly- scented flowers. All colors, mixed; the finest strain. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 40c.
CASTOR BEAN (Ricinus) *
Tall, majestic plants for lawns, with leaves of glossy scarlet, or of green, prickly fruit. Tender annual; six to fifteen feet high.
Zanzibarenis—A_large-leafed bronze. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c.
Mixed Many Sorts—Pkt. 5c; oz. 5c.
variety, deep green and
Marguerite Carnations
COBAEA (Scandens Cathedral Bells) *§
Thirty feet. One of the handsomest and rapid growing climbers. The flowers are bell-shaped and of a purplish- lilac when full grown. It is a very prolific bloomer and vigorous in vines and flowers. It is very free from insect pests. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 30c.
CELOSIA
Cristata*—Crested Dwarf Varieties. Eight inches. These plants are extremely valuable for formal bedding. The flowers appear in the shape of coxcombs, hence the name, out of a rosette of green or brown leaves. Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 30c.
PLUMOSA THOMPSONI MAGNIFICA*—The choicest strain of all the ostrich plume Celosias. The plants grow to about three feet in height, forming pyramidal bushes branching out in candelabra shape and the massive plumes wave attractively above the foliage. The color ranges from clearest yellow to darkest blood-red. Mixed colors. ..Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c.
CENTAUREA
Cyanus* (Bachelor Button). Two feet. Well known favorite found in nearly every garden. Also known as Blue Bottle, Ragged Sailor or Cornflower. It is not a pretentious plant, but will always charm by its simple exuuty.
All Colors Mixed—Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
Double Mixed—Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c.
Giant Sweet Sultan (Centaurea Imperialis)*—Two and a half feet. Strong, bushy plants; flowers fragrant; about twice the size of Centaurea Cyanus, ranging in colors from pure white through pink to purple.
Mixed—Pkt. 5c; “% oz. 25c.
Gymnocarpa (Dusty Miller)?§ Ten inches. Foliage finely cut of silvery gray color. Used for bedding. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 50c.
CLEMATIS (Large-Flowering Mixed)*§
Beautiful climber with lovely flowers, blue, white and purple, ete. Hardy, can remain in permanent situation. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 75c.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS—Annual Varieties*
Two feet. Showy and effective garden varieties, ex- tensively grown for cut flowers. The hardy annuals are summer-flowering border plants and quite distinct from the hardy perennial varieties.
Inordorum Plenissimum (Double White)—Two feet high, fine feathery foliage, pure white, intensely double flowers, produced for midsummer till frost; splendid for cutting. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 40c.
é Corona Double Mixed—Yellow, white, ete. Pkt. 5c; 4 oz. 1
Single Mixed (Painted Daisies)—Many colors. % oz. 15e.
Mammoth Chinese and Japanese Varieties Mixed—If the seed is sown in February or March and properly treated, the plants will bloom profusely next fall. 100 seeds 15c.
Annual Varieties Mixed—The choicest Carinatum and paceman varieties, both single and double. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 15c.
Pkt. 5c;
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New Giant Double Crested Cosmos COLEUS]
It is one of the most beautiful of our variegated peren- nia] foliage plants for the greenhouse or garden decora- tion, ribbon-beds, ete. Of rapid growth and easy culture. Tender perennial. Height, one to two feet.
New Hybrids—Mixed. Pkt. 25c.
Columbine—See Aquilegia.
COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA¢
Two and one-half feet. Golden Glory. A_ beautiful, hardy sort, blooming from seed the first year. Very large yellow flowers of great elegance. The plants are covered with flowers the entire summer. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 20c.
COSMOS*
Three to six feet high; finely cut foliage. From Septem- ber until November each plant is covered with hundreds of showy blossoms, two inches in diameter, pure white, flesh color, charming light pink and deep rose in color.
Giant Flowered—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
Early Giant-Flowering Hybrids—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz.
Cc.
NEW GIANT DOUBLE CRESTED COSMOS—This most beautiful novelty is a valued addition to any garden. A great number of the flowers come almost entirely double, while others, as shown by the above cut, have the double frilled disc in the center. In either form they are most striking. We have them in the three colors:
Rosy-Crimson Deep Pink Pure White
Each of Above—Pkt. lic.
COWSLIP
See Primula Veris.
CYCLAMEN (Alpine Violets) || One foot. This beautiful pot plant, flowering from seed the first year, is well known, but the public does not realize the same may be successfully raised from seed with little care. Persicum—Mixed. Persian Violets. 20 seeds for 10c. Giant Flowered—Mixed. ..20 seeds 25c; 10 seeds lic.
CYPRESS VINE (Ipomoea Quamaclit)*§ Ten feet. For training upon a light ornamental trellis the Cypress Vine cannot be excelled. It has a profusion of scarlet or white star-shaped blossoms, and its finely cut foliage is particularly adapted to ornamental work. Mixed—White and Scarlet. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
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Mammoth Double Daisy (Monstrosa)
DAHLIA*
Plant them in a shallow box or pan early in March or April; transplant them carefully as their growth demands, and keep the soil moderately moist. When al] the danger from frost is over, plant them in the bed or border in the garden, and from then on they will prove no more trouble than if the tubers had been used instead of seeds.
Double Best—Mixed. Pkt. 15c; %4 oz. 75c.
Double Cactus Flowered—Mixed. With eurled petals. Pkt. 15c; %4 oz. 75c.
twisted and
DAISY (Bellis Perennis)+
Hight inches. Giant double. Greatly improved varieties “Double Daisies,"’ admirably adapted for edgings, borders and low beds, and also wel] suited for growing in pots. Daisies are easily grown from spring sown seed and come into flower in a very short time. The flowers are white, pink, red and variegated. Not all will come double from seed. Finest Double Mixed. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 50c.
Monstrosa, Double Mixed—Flowers are giants borne on long, stiff stems; excellent for cutting.
SHASTA DAISY¢
Alaska—Our experiments have proved this to be much larger and in our estimation, more desirable in every re- spect, than the Burbank Hybrid, which we have discon- tinued. The flowers are rarely less than 5 inches across, of the purest glistening white, with broad over-lapping petals, and borne on long strong stems; a beautiful cut flower, remaining in good condition a week or more. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 40c.
DIGITALIS (Foxglove)+t
Three to five feet. Handsome and highly ornamental hardy plants of stately growth, succeeding under almost all conditions, and with but little attention will give a wealth of flowers during June and July. They are now used extensively with good effect for naturalizing in shrub- beries, the edge of woods and other shady places.
Gloxineaflora Mixed—All colors. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 30c.
in size; Pkt. 15c.
DOLICHOS (Hyacinth Bean)*§
Ten feet. A rapid growing annual climber, flowers freely in erect racemes, followed by ornamental seed pods. Sweet scented.
All Colors Mixed—Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c.
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Double Fringed Pink
DIANTHUS—Cor Pinks) Annual Varieties*
The family of pinks is unrivaled for brilliancy and rich variety of color; blooming profusely until late in the autumn, rendering them one of the most satisfactory of all our annuals for garden decoration. Height about one foot.
Chinesis Fl. Pl. (China or Indian Pink)—Blooms in clusters, flowers very double and in a large range of bright colors. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
Lacinatus Fl. Pl. (Double Fringed Pink)—Large double, shows flowers with fringed edges, in a great viriety of colors, including beautifully striped sorts, mixed colors. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 40c.
P.-W.’s Special Mixture of Double Pinks—Selection of the best double pinks in cultivation. Flowers ranging in color through all the brightest and most brilliant shades, plain edges and fringed. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 50c. :
Special Mixture of Single Pinks—Choicest sorts in culti- vation. The flowers are extraordinarily large, of handsome form and embrace the most beautiful colors, ranging from white to the most delicate pink and deep glowing crimson. For beds and cut flowers. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 35c.
Perennial Varieties
Plumarius, Clove or Grass Pinks—Ten inches’ These very desirable, sweet-scented, low-growing, early-blooming and free-flowering, hardy garden pinks are unequalled for the border of beds, automobile drives.
Single Mixed—Delicately fringed flowers. Pkt. 5c; WY oz. 20c.
Flore Pleno, Deuble, Mixed (Pheasant’s Eye)—Pkt. 10c; % oz. $1.00.
ESCH-SHCOLTZIA (Caliofrnia Poppy, Gold
Cups)*
Very attractive annuals for beds, edgings or masses; pro- fuse flowering, fine cut, glaucous foliage; in bloom from June to frost. One foot.
California—Bright yellow. ..Pkt. 5c; oz. 50c.
Alba—Pure white. Pkt. 5c; oz. 50c.
Single, Mixed—All colors. Pkt. 5c; oz. 40c.
Double Mixed—All colors. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 50c.
NEW LARGE-FLOWERING ESCHOLTZIA—New large flowering erect type containing a large percentage of new
shades in Esescholtzias and includes soft pink, scarlet, chrome copper-red, claret and royal purple. Our mixture is the finest obtainable. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 40c.
FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis Alpestris) +
This beautiful little flower is too well known to require description and recommendation. The delicate blue flowers appear all summer. Height six inches. Hardy perennial. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 20c.
FOUR-O’CLOCK (Marvel of Peru)* Beautiful summer-blooming annuals of bushy habit, two feet high, each plant bearing throughout the summer; hundreds of large flowers of white, yellow, crimson and striped. Mixed Colors—Pkt. 5c; 0z. 25c. {Greenhouse Plants.
*Annuals. }Biennials.
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GALLARDIA (BLANKET FLOWER)
Annual Varieties*
One and a half feet. They will produce from early spring until late fall a continuous profusion of brilliantly colored flowers, red and yellow predominating. Of easy culture, sow where they are to remain.
Picta—Single mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
Lorenziana—Double Perfection mixed. Pkt. 5c; 14 oz. 30c.
GALLIARDIA (Perennial Varieties)+ Two feet. These are undoubtedly among the choicest of hardy perennials; the flowers are large, very numerous, excellent for cutting and of the most brilliant shades of orange, crimson, scarlet, vermillion, and very often a com- bination of all these colors in one flower. Grandiflora—Mixed. Pkt. 10c; 14 oz. 20c.
GODETIA*
One and a half foot. Remarkable for their widely opened flowers of satiny texture and delicate and lovely shades of color, fine for shady places.
Many Sorts and Colors—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 30c.
Dwarf Sorts—Mixed. Neat globular bushes about 10 inches in height. Pkt. 5c; 4 oz. 25c.
Golden Feather—See Pyrethrum.
GOLDEN ROD (Solidago):
Two feet. American national flower. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz.
50c. GYPSOPHILA Gypsophila Elegans Grandiflora Alba (Angel’s Breath) *— Two feet. This is an improved, large flowering, pure white form of the annual Angel’s Breath; of free, easy growth. Several sowings should be made during the season to keep up a supply. Combined with sweet peas they make pretty
bouquets. Pkt. 5c; ffi oz. 20c. Gypsophila Paniculatat (Baby’s Breath)—Two feet. White flowers, smaller than the annual varieties, pro-
ducing a veil-like mist over the plant.
GOURDS*§
Twenty feet. These are desirable in many places where an immense amount of vine is wanted quickly. Most sorts are good for 20 to 30 feet in a season, and the blooms of some are quite striking and handsome.
Small Fruited Varieties—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
All Varieties—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
GRASSES (Ornamental Mixed)
Two to five feet. These are most useful for winter bou- quets. Enormous quantities of them are annually grown in Europe and exported to the United States where they are made up into bouquets with Everlasting flowers. They are easily grown in any soil. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 40c.
HELIANTHUS (Sunflower)*
Remarkable for its steady growth and decorative effect in the garden. The old original Mammoth Russian variety now has a numerous company, showing various trails. Some are dwarf, some double, some single, and the leaves are gray and green. Excellent for cutting.
Double Chrysanthemum Flowered—Six feet. Golden vel- low flowers. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c.
Russian Mammoth—Single. Of gigantic dimensions, both flowers and stalk. Oz. 10c.
HELICHRYSUM (Everlasting)
Sometimes called Straw Flower. Large, full, double daisy-like flower heads with prominent centers and stiff overlapping scales, produced in various shades of bright yellow and scarlet on stems of good length. Desirable as dried specimens and for use in making winter bouquets. For this puropse the flowers should be gathered when on the point of expanding.
Sow early in spring; thin to one foot apart each way. Hardy annual; two to two and one-half feet high.
Monstrosum, Fl. Pl.—Mixed. Largest double flowers. Pkt. 10c; 144 oz 25c.
HELIOTROPE (Cherry Pie)
Two feet. A half-hardy perennial, flowering during the whole season. Its delightful perfume makes it a most de- sirable bouquet flower, a splendid bedding plant, or can be trained as a greenhouse climber. Seed started indoors in the spring will make fine plants for summer blooming. Can also be sown outdoors in May.
Finest Mixed—Pkt. 10c; %% oz. 50c.
HUMULUS JAPONICUS (Japanese Hop)*§ Twenty feet. One of the most rapid growing ornamental climbers; green leaved. Pkt. 5c; %4 0z. 10c. Variegatus—A variegated variety of the above. The leaves are beautifully marbled and splashed with silvery- white light and dark green; very effective for screens, arbors, trellises, etc. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 20c. Hyacinth (Bean)—See Dolichos.
§$Climbing Plants.
Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
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Double Hollyhock
HOLLY HOCK+t
Five feet. A hardy perennial of upright, stately growth, five to eight feet hich. The very double varieties are the most desirable, but the newer semi-double, fringed types are also very popular.
Double Mixed—Choicest Imported Collection. % oz. 25c.
Semi-Double—Flowers with frilled edges. oz. 50c.
Pkt. 10c; Pkt. 10c; %
ICE PLANT* Six inches Suitable of rock work, hanging baskets, etc. Foliage thick, frosted and waxlike. Pkt. 5c; 44 oz. 20c.
JOB’S TEARS (Coix Lachryma)*
Curious ornamental grass, with broad, corn-like leaves and seeds of a light slate color. Valuable for winter bou- quets with everlasting flowers. Strings of handsome beads are made from the seeds. Hardy annual. Three feet high. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c. ;
KOCHIA TRICHOPHYLLA (Mexican Fire Bush
or Summer Cypress)* A quick-growing foliage or hedge plant, remarkably symetrical and attractive throughout summer and fall. About two and one-half feet high. Pkt. 5c; oz. 40c.
LAVENDER (Lavandula Vera)+ Well known, sweet-scented, hardy perennials, should be extensively grown in the mixed border; 3 feet. . Pkt. 10c; Y% oz. 25c.
LARKSPUR (Delphinum)¢
(Perennial Varieties)
The hardy varieties are of bewitching beauty in the per- ennial border or among shrubs. The brilliant flower spikes can be seen from quite a distance and are strikingly ef- fective. If sown early many of the varieties will bloom the first year. The plants will bloom almost continually if the flowers are removed as they fade.
Chinese Album Grandiflorum—White. Two feet. The stems have many lateral branches with large single flowers. Leaves deeply lacinated. Pkt. 5c; 1% oz. 20c.
Chinese Azureum Grandifloruam—Blue. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
Formosum—Three feet. Deep blue, white eye, open spike. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 45c.
{Greenhouse Plants.
*Annuals. +Biennials.
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Larkspur Giant Hyacinth, Flowered
Belladona Hybrids—Mixed, all colors from pale to deep blue; finest of all. Pkt. 20c; % oz. 50c.
LARKSPUR*
The Annual Larkspur is one of the handsomest and most useful of plant and for large gardens is invaluable.
Double Dwarf Rocket Mixed—Beautiful spikes of double flowers in many shades. Hardy annual. One foot high. Pkt 5c; %4 oz. 15c.
Tall Hyacinth, Flowered, Mixed (Consolida Fl. Pl.)— Flowers double, borne on spikes about fifteen inches long. Colors: Rose, white and shades of blue. Hardy annual. Two feet high. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 20c.
LOBELIA*
The following dwarf and trailing varieties of this popular and beeautiful flowering plant will be found most desirable for pot culture, edgings, hanging-baskets, etc., blooming profusely from June to November. The hardy perennial varieties, producing beautiful spikes of handsome flowers.
Crystal Palace Compacta—Rich, deep dark foliage; the finest dark blue for bedding. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. T5c.
Mixed Compacta Varieties—All colors. Pkt. 5ce; %& oz.
50c. MARIGOLD*
Tall, 5 feet; dwarf, 10 inches. The African and French Marigolds are old favorite free-flowering annuals of easy culture; both are extremely effective. The former have uniformly large yellow or orange colored flowers and are well adapted for large beds or mixed borders; the latter are dwarfer in growth, with beautifully striped flowers, and better suited for bedding purposes of for pot culture; they sueceed best in a light soil, with full exposure to the sun.
Dwarf French Double Mixed—Low bushes covered with small flowers. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 3%c.
Dwarf African Mixed (Pride of the Garden) *—Fifteen inches. Immense double flowers, golden yellow, compact dwarf habit, forming dense bushes. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 30c.
Tall African Varieties ORANGE BALL—Mammoth double flower, deep orange, very showy. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 30c. Tall African Double Mixed—Pkt. 5c; % oz. 30c.
Matholia—See stocks. Marvel of Peru—See Four-o’clock. \||\Stove Plants.
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MATRICARIA (Alba Plenissima) ¢*
Three feet. Feverfew. Net, small, double white flowers, well adapted for bedding and cutting. They are perennials in mild climates, but in our latitude are treated best as biennials or annuals. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 35c.
MIGNONETTE*
A well known fragrant favorite, and no garden is com- plete without a bed of Mignonette. Sowings made in April and again in July will keep up a succession from early summer till frost; ean also be grown in pots for winter and early spring flowering.
Matchet—Stout flower stalks bearing massive spikes of delicately scented, red flowers. Pkt. 5c; %4 0z. 35c.
Sweet Scented (Reseda Odorata) —The good, old-fashioned sweet Mignonette. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c.
MORNING GLORY (Convolvulus Major) *
A hardy climbing annual, growing about ten feet long. Flowers are well known and exist in a great variety of colors, tints and markings. Fully expanded only in the mornings. Of easy culture, quick growth, and valuable in every garden.
Tall or Climbing Varieties—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c.
Imperial Japanese—These are beyond question the hand- somest of all Morning Glories. Of the easiest culture; can be sown in the open ground in a sunny situation when the weather has become warm and settled. The flowers are of gigantic size, and the colorings range from snow-white to black-purple, with all the possible intermediate shades ; there is also an endless number having flowers in spotted, marbied, striped, flaked, splashed, etc. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c.
MOONFLOWER (lIpomea Grandiflora)§ 20 Feet
Beautiful rapid annual climbers. Foliage very dense and in some kinds of remarkable shape. The flowers in their wide range of delicate coloring, are poised on slender stems. Many of the sorts open only when the sun rises, others when the sun sets. Some are fragrant. Seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to assist rapid germination. The seeds, about the size of a pea, should be notched with a file before soaking. Best Mixed. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 20c.
NICOTIANA Sweet Scented Tobacco Plant
Long and free-blooming annuals of the tobacco family with tubular-shaped, fragrant flowers. The plants are ot rapid growth and present a glorious effect in the garden, especially if planted in groups, blooming continuously until autumn.
Sandeare Hybrids—Very showy mixture which includes many beautiful flowers. Three feet. Pkt. 10c; 4% oz. 25c.
NIGELLA Mixed (Love in the Mist)*
One and a half feet. A compact, free-flowering plant with finely cut foliage, curious looking seed pods; of easy culture, growing in any garden soil, blue and white mixed. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 25c.
Miss Jekyll—Gives an abundance of long-stemmed flowers of the clearest cornflower blue, contrasting most charmingly with the fine fern-like foliage. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c.
PASSIFLORA (Coerulea Grandiflora, Passion Flower)§
Fifteen feet. Southern Beauty. A beautiful vine for greenhouse and window, called Passion Flower, since tra- dition sees represented in its flowers the symbols of the Christian faith. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 50c.
*Annuals. Biennials.
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THOUGH YOUR HOUSE BE A shat ge aes IS NOT A “REAL HOME’”” WITHOUT q WERS
Let Prof. L. H. Bailey of Cornell suggest where to plant them, he says: bushes, in the corner by the steps, against the foundations of the residence or the out- house, along a fence or walk—these are the places for flowers. r The size of the garden and the things to be grown in it must be determined by the desire of the person and the amount of time and land at Prepare the land thoroughly, fertilize it, resolve to take care of it, choose the kind
be at one side of the residence or rear.
disposal. of plants you like, then go ahead.”
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P.-W.’s Large-Flowering Hybrid Single Petunias
PETUNIA*
One of the best flowers for a splendid display through-
out the entire season. Beautiful new colors, striped and marked in the most diversified manner. The ease of cul- ture, profuse and continuous bloom, adaption for different styles of growth—indoors and in the garden—render the Petunia one of the most valuable of the annuals and en- titled to a generous share of the garden.
P-W.’s Giant Flowering Single Fringed Mixed—A superb strain of elegant, finely fringed flowers, measuring over four inches in diameter; remarkable brilliancy and variety of colr. Pkt. 25c. :
P.-W.’s Giant Flowering Double Fringed Mixed—Large, exceedingly double and fringed flowers of most brilliant color. Very desirable. Pkt. 25c.
Hybrid Nana Compacta—Best mixed. Dwarf, neat com- pact bushes 12 to 15 inches high, covered with a multitude of flowers all summer long, valuable for edging and formal bedding. Mixed and colors. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 75c.
P.-W.’s Best Large Flowerinf Hybrids, Single Mixed—In- cluding named sorts. This will certainly please for bedding purposes. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 7ic.
PEAS, EVERLASTING (Lathyrus Latifolius)+ Eight feet. Perennia] climber producing for many weeks a succession of blossoms in clusters of eight to ten each. An abundance of foliage and blooms is afforded, The plants die down late in the fall and start again in the spring. Sow seed in open ground. All Colors Mixed—Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
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P.-W.’s LARGE FLOWERING NASTURTIUMS
There are few flowers so easily grown as Nasturtiums and, unlike most flowers, they grow and bloom best on poor,
sandy soil. — dering or window boxes. _ good for cutting and vase decoration.
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DWARF OR TOM THUMB NASTURTIUMS
Beauty—Yellow and scarlet. _ Chameleon—Several colors on one plant.
Empress of India — Deep __ crimson; dark-leaved. Golden King—Large golden- yellow flowers.
King ..Theodore—Dark ma- ' avul
Pearl—Creamy white.
Queen — Scarlet flowers: variegated foliage.
Rose— Blush-rose.
Ruby King—Rosy scarlet.
Vesuvius — Beautiful sal- mon-red.
Price of each of above. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; 14 Ib. 60c.
P.-W.’s COLLECTIONS OF NAMED DWARF NASTURTIUMS
3 One Pkt. each of above 10 varieties sent Postpaid for 0c. ls One ounce each of above 10 varieties sent Postpaid for $1.25. P.-W.’s SUPERB MIXTURE DWARF NASTURTIUMS— _ This mixture includes many of the varieties listed above, as well as a score of others. For a mixed border of bed- ding, where no definite color scheme is desired, none more 5 mere could be obtained. Pkt. 5c; oz. lic; %4 Ib. 50c; . $1.60.
TALL OR CLIMBING VARIETIES
Of quick growth, covering a wall, hedge or trellis in a short time. The brilliant blossoms almost cover the plant from top to bottom.
Heinemanni—Chocolate. Scarlet—Very bright; green
King Theodore — Maroon; leaved. dark foliage. Schulzi — Scarlet; dark _Orange—Large flowers. leaved. _ Pearl—Creamy white. Striped. Prince Henry—Yellow, spot- Vesuvius — Salmon; dark ted scarlet. leaved.
Regelanum—Purplish violet.
_ Price of each of above. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 20c; %4 Ib. 60c.
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_ P.-W.’s SUPERB MIXTURE TALL NASTURTIUMS—
_ Comprising a selected combination of varieties and colors,
including many of the choicest standard varieties as well as Trial Ground Mixture of Novelties. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % lb. 50c; Ib. $1.50.
PHLOX (Drummondii)*
_, Among the showiest and most easily managed of all the ‘hardy annuals. From June until October they maintain an endless display of brilliant and varied colored flowers. The plants will be more bushy and cover the bed better if ' pinched back while small. For early plants, seed should _be sown in boxes in the house, or sown in the open ground as soon as the weather will permit. Grandiflora—One foot. Large flowering. os 10c; % oz. 50c.
Finest mixed.
Nana Compacta—LEight inches. Dwarf Phlox. Finest _ mixed. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 30c. Phlox Decussatat—Three feet. Perennial Phlox. These
‘Tank among the finest herbaceous plants for beds and
' borders. The seed of this germinates very slowly, often eiring five to six months. Mixture of all finest sorts. t. 10c.
beautiful flowers and great diversity of rich and brilliant colors.
The Dwarf or Tom Thumb varieties grow about one foot high and they are very desirable for bedding, bor- The tall Natsurtium is a favorite climber for covering fences, rockeries, etc., while both are Our strains of both tall and dwarf Nasturtiums are noted for their large and
Sow the seed in open ground after danger of frost
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P.-W.’s Large Flowering Nasturtiums PORTULACA (Sun Plant)*
One of our finest hardy annual plants of easy culture, thriving best in rather rich, light loam or sandy soil and luxuriating in great profusion; fine for massing in beds, edgings or rockwork; six inches high.
Single Mixed Colors—Pkt. 5c; % os. 45c.
Dosey. Mixed—Flowers perfectly double. oz. 30c.
PUERARIA THUNBERGIANA#§ (Kudzu Vine or Jack and the Beanstalk)
Fifty feet. Flourishes where nothing else will grow. The large bold leaves of the brightest green afford a dense shade. Its greatest feature is its wonderfully strong growth. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 30c.
Pkt. 10c; %&
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P.-W.’s Superb Pansies
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Little praise is needed for this most popular of all flowers, as it is seen everywhere and under all conditions. It is, however, well to mention that, no matter how careful and attentive the grower may be, it is but wasted time if you have rot the proper seed to begin with All our Pansy Seed is obtained from the most noted specialists, and we claim that seed obtained from us will produce flowers cf unsurpassed size and form, beauty of markings, and bril- lianey of colors and shades.
Pansy Seed germinates and the plants grow more freely in the cool, early days of spring, and for summer blooming should be sown by the latter part of April or early in May, and blooming plants will be produced by the last of June, which will give an abundance of flowers throughout the remainder of the season. About the middle of August is the best time for starting Pansy Seeds for early svring blooming, as this allows the plants to go into winter in vigorous condition.
SPECIAL PANSY MIXTURES
Bugnot Giant Mixture—Of enormous size and circular form, the petals are of great substance and velvety ap- pearance, each bearing a large, deevly colored blotch that runs in delicate veins to the edge. Pkt. 10c; 14% oz. $1.00.
Cassiers 3 and 5 Blotched Mixture—Mostly light shades with dark blotches. Pkt. 10c; 4% oz. $1.00.
Giant Trimardeau—F lowers of extra large size; mostly marked with three large blotches or spots. Pkt. 10c; % oz. , 60c; oz. $4.00.
P.-W’s SUPERB MIXED—This strain comprises a beauti- ful collection of colors and markings and is our finest mixture, both »s regards size texture and colorings. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. $1.00.
English Finest Mixed—Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 75c. Finest French Mixed—Pkt. 10c; 4% oz. Tic. {Greenhouse Plants.
*Annuals. Biennials.
Perennials.
POPPY*
A hardy annual, three to five feet high and earing single and large double blossoms in bright colors. Sow seed in open ground where plants are to remain, and thin from six to twelve inches, depending on variety.
Double Varieties
“Mikado,” (The Striped Japanese Poppy)—Very distinct in character and color. Brilliant and white with elegantly curved petals, like a Japanese chrysanthemum. Pkt. 5c; oz. 35c.
Carnation Flowered—Splendid double fringed flowers ; mixed colors. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c.
Paeony Flowered—Large, showy, double globular flowers, resembling a double peony, mixed colors. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c.
NEW DOUBLE SHIRLEY (or Eldorado, see cut Page 53—This handsome variety is a double form of beautful single Shirley Poppy, of similar habits. A distnctive fea- ture, aside from the doubleness, is the wonderful new color tints and shades. Pkt. 15e; % oz 45c.
Double Mixed—All colors. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c.
Single Varieties
Tulip Flowered—Intense scarlet, single blossoms. Plant about two and one-half to three feet high. The brightest colored of all poppies. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c.
Shirley—A most beautiful type. Soft, hairy foliage, and an immense variety of single lossoms in white, pink, lav- ender, purple, shades of red, and scariet. Mixed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c.
Single Mixed—Annual sorts. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c.
Perennial Varieties
Hardy perennial, of easy culture; in bright, glowing colors. Blooms first year from seed.
Nudicaule Single Mixed Iceland Poppy—One foot. Pro- duce flowers the first year from seed. Colors range from the purest white to the deepest orange scarlet; delicious fragrance. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
ORIENTALE (Oriental Poppy)—Three feet. One of the showiest perennials, with enormous scarlet flowers with purple centers. The leaf is long and deeply cut and clothed with white bristly hair. Beautiful among shrubs, roses and other perennials. Pkt. 5c; %& oz. 15c.
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PRIMULA (Primrose)
Chinese Primrose{, Choicest Mixed—FEight inches. This is one of the most charming winter flowering house plants. May be raised very easily from seed. Leaves are rich green and prettily cut; flowers stand well above the foliage in umbels and have a delicate odor peculiarly their own. Pkt. 25c.
Cowslip (Primula Veris Polyanthus)+ A beautiful hardy spring-flowering perennial; flowers of different colors, such as yellow, brown, edged yellow, ete. Very fragrant. Mixed colors. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 50c.
Vulgaris (English Primrose) —Canary-yellow ; fragrant. Pkt. 10c; ™%4 oz. $1.00.
PYRETHRUM¢t
Golden Feather (Parthenifolum Aurem)—Six inches. One of the best plants for edging; grown for its beautiful yel- low foliage. More successfully treated as an annual. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 50c.
Roseum Hybridum Grandiflorum (Giant Flowered, Mixed) —Two and one-half feet. The flowers of this strain grow to an enormous size, and present all the beautiful variations ef color between light rose, pink and deep carmine. They are splendid cut flowers; equally valuable in borders. Pkt. lic; %& oz. 75c.
SALPIGLOSSIS (Painted Tongue)*
Two and one-half feet. The Salpiglosis is one of the greatest favorites among annuals, partly because of its easy culture, but principally for its beautiful, almost orchid-like flowers, which it produces from early summer until late fall. Seed should be sown early in spring in a hotbed or window and transplanted when weather is settled, or di- rectly out of doors after danger of frost.
Emperor—Large-flowering, mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
SALVIA (Scarlet Sage)*
Three feet. A standard bedding plant that keeps the garden bright with color until late in autumn. This plant lends itself to many uses; it makes a good pot plant, does well in window boxes, and is useful for cutting to give color. Its best use, however, is a hedge or border plant, where long, broad bands of intense color are desirable.
Splendens—Pkt. 10c; 44 oz. 30c.
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SCABIOSA (Mourning Bride)*
Two and one-half feet. Commonly known as the “Pin- cushion Plant,’’ owing to the queer effect of the center of the flower. The outer petals, making a ruffle around the eushion filled with pins, carries out the idea. The flower stems are long and the blossoms keep well in water. The soft shades predominate.
Large Flowering Double—Mixed. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 25c.
Cancasiat—Two and one-half feet. Flowers beautiful, soft lavender. Pkt. 10c; 14 oz. $1.00.
SCHIZANTHUS (Hybridus Grandiflorus)*
One foot. ‘’The Poorman’s Orchid’; near pyramidal bushes covered with a multitude of small butterfly-like flowers of the most brilliant and striking color designs. Pkt. 10c; %4 oz. 25c.
SMILAX (Myrsiphyllum Asparagoides) ||§
Six feet. In many respects the Smilax is the most useful and it certainly one of the most graceful climbers which adorn the greenhouse or conservatory. For bouyuets and floral decorations it is indespensable. Pkt. 10c; 14 oz. 25c.
STOCKS (Gilliflower) *
The Stocks is one of the most popular annuals, either for bedding or pot culture. For brilliancy and diversity of color, fragrance, profusion and duration of bloom it is un- surpassed.
P.-W.’s GIANT DOUBLE TEN WEEK STOCKS—Splen- did perpetual blooming elass. Sown in March or April, they begin flowering in July, continuing until frost, and are especially valuable during September and October, when other flowers are scarce. They throw out numerous side branches, all bearing very double, fragrant flowers.
Blood Red Canary Yellow Violet Light Blue Pink Lavendar White
Each of the above. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 75c. Finest mixed. Pkt. 10c; %& oz. 50c.
Mammoth-Flowering Beauty Steels _ A magnificent recently-developed strain of early flower- ing Winter Stocks, forming much-branched plants about 2 feet high and having numerous spikes of very large, double, delightfully fragrant flowers. They are of special value as pot plants.
Beauty of Mice _ Lares flowering; flesh color. Mixed. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 65e. Queen Alexandria—Giant flowered; rose color. Pkt. 10c;
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54 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
P.-W.’s GIANT WAVED SPENCER SWEET PEAS
1 Pkt. 5 feet of Row 1 oz. 20 feet of Row
The introduction of this type has created new interest and added to ‘the popularity of Sweet Peas. They are quite distinct from the standard sorts, having large, round, open flowers of extraordinary size, usually measuring two inches across, with wavy standards and wide-spreading wings, a very large percentage bearing four of these immense blossoms to the stem, which is long and strong, making them of exceptional value for cutting. All of the sorts offered below have been thoroughly tested, and are just as easy to grow as the standard varieties. Our stocks are from one of the most crit- ical growers in America and are second to none.
Culture—Although the Sweet Pea does well in almost any soil, still one that is very rich and rather moist suits it best. A good rich loam with plenty of well-rotted manure in it is the ideal soil for raising good plants that will produce plenty of blooms of good substance. Considerable benefit has been noted from the use of Farmogerm. See Page 35. Very early in the spring, preferably in March and April in the Mountain States and localities of similar climatic conditions is the best time to plant. One of the best methods is to make a trench or furrow about six inches deep, in the bottom of which sow the seed. Cover with about an inch of soil pressing it down firmly. As soon as they are above the ground thin out to for to six inches apart; when planted too close they do not attain their full development. They should be staked up either with branches of brush or stout stakes on which wire netting has been fastened. These should be at least four feet high and five feet would be better. It is justas well to do the staking at the time of sowing.
For the aphis or plant louse, spraying with solutions of Black Leaf 40 or whale oil soap (See Insecticides) is usually effective; and for the red. spider, which also causes trouble at times, spraying with pure water is usually suffcient.
During dry weather they should be watered thoroughly and frequently. The flowers should be cut as often as pos- sible, to prevent the plants from running to seed, which would stop them from continuing to bloom.
Countess Spencer—A lovely soft rose-pink, shading deeper at the edges, the original of this type.
@® DOBBIE’S CREAM—The finest primrose-yellow
@® FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE—The largest and finest pure lavendar.
Florence Morse Spencer—Delicate blush with pink margin; a charmingly beautiful flower of very large size.
@® FLORA NORTON SPENCER—Clear azure blue. George Herbert—Bright rose-carmine; very showy.
Helen Lewis (Orange Countess)—Brilliant crimson- orange, wings orange-rose.
@® ILLUMINATOR — Rich salmony-orange overlaid with bright cerise-pink, the effect being a glowing orange-scarlet.
® KING EDWARD SPENCER—Bright crimson-scar- let. Very large.
@ MARGARET ATLEE—The best rich pink.
Mrs. Hugh Dickinson—Beautiful salmon-pink on a cream ground; extra fine.
Nora Unwin—Superb pure white.
Othello Spencer—Deep rich maroon, very dark and adapted for many attractive combinations.
@® ROYAL PURPLE—Very distinctive rich rosy pur- ple. Immense flowers on long stems.
@® SENATOR SPENCER—Striped purplish-chocolate on white.
® KING WHITE SPENCER—A pure wavy white of enormous size and splendid substance; long, strong stems.
Price: Any of above, pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; Ib. $1.00, Postpaid.
BIG @® COLLECTIONS OF P.-W.’s GIANT SPENCERS
(A) Consists of regular 1 pkt. each of the above nine varieties marked (® which indicates each one is a leader in its color, These nine packets, regular value 90c, Postpaid for 50c.
(B) This is made up of one ounce each of the above nine @® varieties, regular value $2.70. Sent Postpaid for $2.25.
P.-W.’s SPECIAL MIXTURE OF SPENCER VARIETIES
In offering this mixture we are giving our cutsomers the cream of this class in all possible color variations, and we are confident many happy surprises will re- sult, as we have included in this lot not only many of the above sorts, but several others which are new and striking in this class. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; % Ib. 75c; King White Spencer Ib. $2.50.
Fall Planting—A better growth of vines and earlier blooming often result from planting seed in the fall instead of early spring If a well drained, sandy soil is selected this method may usually be depended upon to give satisfactory results. A number of planters have been very successful here in the Salt Lake Valley.
Preparation of the soil is the same as that for spring planting. ‘The seeds should be sown about an inch or two apart in rows about three inches deep and firmly covered with soil which should be somewhat ridged above the rows to improve drainage.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 55 GRANDIFLORA SWEET PEAS
1 Pkt. Enough of 5 feet of row
1 oz. Enough for 25 feet of Row
The following are the very choicest of the Grandiflora varieties and stand at the head of their respective color. It would be impossible to select a simlar list out of the vast number which have been in commerce so as to combine in the
same degree all the qualities that go to make up the really worth-while varieties which justly repay for cultivation.
While
the length of the stems are shorter and the flowers smaller than the New Giant Spencers listed on the previous page, yet these old ‘“‘stand-bys”’ have so many friends who refuse to discard them in favor of the “New” that we offer these selected varieties as the very cream of the Grandiflora types. See page 54 for cultural directions.
Dorothy Eckford—A grand, large, open-formed white. Hon. Mrs. E. Kenyon—A beautiful primrose color. Henry Eckford—Intense orange; wings rose-orange. King Edward VII—Rich crimson-scarlet.
Lady Grisel Hamilton—Soft lavendar.
Price of any of above:
P.-W.’s SUPERB MIXED GRANDIFLORA SWEET PEAS
This grand mixture is made up from several of the finest named sorts. Containing the cream of the novelties, such as Unwin and other new types of the large-flowering
varieties. In just such quantities as to produce the best a effect. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 35c; lb. $1.25, Post- paid.
DWARF CUPID SWEET PEAS OR TOM THUMB
These are very compact dwarf plants, growing not over six or seven inches high. Covering a circumference of about eighteen inches. From June until late summer they are literally a sheet of bloom. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c.
SWEET WILLIAM (Dianthus Barbatus) +
A hardy perennial, blooming the second year from seed. Grows one to two feet high and bears its flowers in clusters at the end of a stiff stem. The individual flowerlets are handsomely colored and marked. It makes a beautiful bed- ding plant, and is of easy culture.
Single Varieties—Mixed. More double. Pkt. 5c; %& oz. 20c.
Double Varieties—Mixed. .Pkt. 5c; 4% oz. 20c.
P.-W.’s MAMMOTH VERBENAS
A carefully selected and improved fine strain of Ver- benas. The trusses and individual flowers are of the larg- est size, free blooming and vigorous habit. For best re- sults, seeds should be sown early in the house or hotbeds and transplanted in the beds in May.
Mammoth Scarlet Mammoth White Mammoth Blue Mammoth Pink Price, each of above: Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c.
Mamomth Verbena—Mixed, This embraces all colors.
Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c.
attractive than the
VIOLA ORODATA (Semperflorens)¢
Six inches. The true blue sweet violet. Blooming very
_ early in the spring. A very hardy perennial. Will bloom
earlier if protected during the cold weather. Easily grown from seed, Pkt, 10c; % oz. 50c.
WILD CUCUMBER (Echinocystis Lobata)*§
Thirty feet. This is the quickest growing climber on our list Grows wild self-sown in many parts of the West. Should be sown late in the fall or very early in the spring.
It is thickly dotted over with pretty, white fragrant flow-
ers, followed by an abundance of ornamental and prickly
seed pods. It will quickly cover and old tree or unsightly building. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. Tic.
WALLFLOWER*
A hardy and half-hardy perennial. Bearing long spikes or heads of exquisitely fragrant flowers. It is very orna- _ mental for border or in groups. Sow thinly in shallow drills in early spring. They are very easily grown and last a long time as cut flowers. Single Mixed—All colors. Pkt. 5c; %4 oz. 15c.
Double Finest Mixed—Pkt. 10c; % oz. $1.50.
WILD FLOWER GARDEN SEED
Under this heading we offer a mixture of the easiest and surest growing kinds that can be sown broadcast, and with little or no care will produce a bright effect in places that would otherwise be nothing but a collection of un- “sightly weeds, and furnishing an abundance of flowers for cutting. Dwarf Sorts—Growing from 12 to 18 inches high. Oz. 25c. Tall Sorts—Growing from 18 to 36 inches high Oz. 25c.
Miss Wilmot—Deep orange-pink.
Navy Blue—A true navy blue, very distinct. Othello—A very deep maroon, particularly rich. Prima Donna—Pure pink.
Senator—Maroon and violet striped on white.
Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.50, postpaid.
EARLY-FLOWERING SWEET PEAS (Best Mixture)
In this mixture we have combined a number of named varieties for best color effect. It is especially adapted to outdoor planting where the seasons are short.
The great merit of this class is earliness, commencing to flower within about sixty days from seed sowing, or about two weeks sooner than tall Sweet Peas. The plants
are of dwarf, bushy growth, 18 to 24 inches high, produc- ing profusely flowers of good size.
Price: 5c per pkt.; 15¢ per oz.; 50c per % lb.; $1.50 per Ib., Postpaid.
ZINNIAS* . (Youth and Old Age)
The Zinnia is one of the most brilliant and showy of annuals, and has long been a general favorite. The seed can be sown early in the hotbed or light window and transplanted, or sown later in the open ground. They come into flower early in summer and keep on blooming until hard frost.
P.-W.’s NEW GIANT DOUBLE FLOWERED—This new strain produces immense double velvety flowers from three to five inches in diameter of almost every desirable tint and color. The plants are very thrifty, growing to a height of about three feet, blooming profusely the entire
season. We can supply the following colors: Crimson Orange White Cream Yellow Flesh Pink
Any of above: Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c.
P.-W.’s NEW GIANT DOUBLE MIXED—Includes all the above colors and in addition several new tints and shades. Exceedingly atractive. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 30c.
Elegans Double Choice Mixed—Splendid mixture of this old, popular strain. Pkt. 5c; % oz. 25c; oz. 40c.
56 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS
We grow and offer only the most popular sorts. They are inexpensive, easily grown, They cannot fail to give satisfaction.
make a rare and gorgeous display.
require little care, and
LARGE FLOWERING CANNAS
The Canna is one of the most beautiful of all bulbous plants.
It has long been a great favorite, and since the intro-
duction of many varieties their value has been geratly increased by adding to the already attractive foliage and large
flowers of the most brilliant colors, so that they are now indispensable. out-of-doors in the middle of May, when weather is warm and danger of frost is over.
started, when they should have an abundance.
No plant is better adapted to our climate. Plant Do not water too freely until well
It is quite an advantage to start the roots inside the latter part of March. Simply plant them in boxes of sand or
light soil and place them in a light window.
Transplant them to the open ground when all danger of frost has passed.
PREPARING THE CANNA BED—Use a wheelborrow-load of very well rotted manure over each square yard of soil
and dig in deeply.
The soil should at least be stirred to a depth of eighteen inches for best results. Care should be taken
in selecting suitable varieties, so the colors will harmonize and the taller growing sorts placed in the background or in
the center of an open bed. Set the plants at least eighteen inches apart each way.
Florence Vaughan Canna
APIOS TUBEROSA
A hardy tuberous-rooted climber, resembling in minature the common Wistaria in vine and foliage, and having clus- ters of rich, deep purple flowers, which have a strong, de- licious violet fragrance. Tubers 10c each; $1.00 per dozen, postpaid.
CALADIUM OR ELEPHANT EAR
One of the most easily grown plants for the lawn or flower borders. It will thrive in any ordinary garden soil, put to get the best results, plant in rich soil and give plenty of water. With such treatment a selected size bulb will make a plant about four feet high, with leaves three feet long and 20 inches wide. First size large bulbs, each, 25c; 3 for 60c, postpaid.
CALLA (Golden Yellow)
This splendid new variety has found a hearty response with all. The flowers are as large and the same shape as the old white variety but of a rich golden yellow; foliage is dark green spotted cream, withal a truly striking plant and much admired everywhere. Large bulbs 35c each; $3.50 per doz. postpaid.
CINNAMON VINE (Dioscerea Batatas)
A rapid-growing climber, taking its mame from the peculiar fragrance of the delicate white flowers. The leaves are heart-shaped, bright glossy green. Growth is very rapid, often running twenty-five to forty feet. Quite hardy. Each 15c; $1.50 per dozen postpaid.
MADERIA VINES
One of the est and most popular climbers, not for flowers, which is insignifeant, but for its leaves, which are small, dark green and very dense. Vine is of slender growth and will succeed in any location, doing best, however, in a sunny, sheltered place. Not hardy, and roots should be taken up in fall. Strong tubers. Each lic; $1.50 per dozen postpaid.
In our best choice named varieties we give height of plant and color of foliage and flower.
CHAS. HENDERSON—Crimson flowers, green foli- agee, height 4 feet.
CRIMSON BEDDER—Crimson flowers, green foli- age, height 4 feet.
DAVID HARUM—Crimson flowers, bronze foliage, height 344 feet.
J Ee ND Ai gten flowers, bronze foliage, height eet.
Express—Scarlet flowers, green foliage, height 214 feet.
Florence Vaughan—Flowers yellow spotted brown, bronze foliage, height 5 feet.
Mad Crozy—F lowers vermillion with gold eye, green foliage, height 314 feet.
Mount Blane—Pure white flowers, height 4 feet.
Venus—Rose-pink flowers foliage, height 3% feet.
Wyoming (King Humbert)—Orange-scarlet flow- ers, bronze foliage, height 5 feet.
green foliage,
mottled cream, green
Price: Dormant Roots; any of above 20c each; 2 for 35c; $1.75 per dozen, postpaid.
MIXED CANNAS—Comprising good kinds, our se- lection, superb for bedding or massing. Strong plants 15c each; 6 for 80c; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid.
MONTBRETIAS (Blazing Star)
A desirable summer-flowering plant; hardy; easily grown. Star-shaped flowers on spikes, 20 to 30 inches high. Bloom the first season. Should be planted by hun- dreds. Mixed varieties, bulbs. Each 5c; dozen 50c, postpaid.
SUMMER-FLOWERING OXALIS
These useful little plants are very effective in masses or beds and are particularly valuable for edgings. They pro- duce an unbroken row of foliage about one foot high and continuous show of bloom. Pure white, pink or red. Hither color. Per dozen 30c; 25 for 50c, postpaid.
TIGRINUM (Single Tiger Lily)
Very hardy native Lily. Orange-red, spotted with purple- black. Is very pretty and bears from eight to twenty flowers. Each 15c; $1.50 per dozen postpaid.
TUBEROSE
The Tuberose is pre-eminently a flower for everybody. The lovely waxy flowers are so fragrant that a few tips will perfume a room or greenhouse. It is especially desir- able for furnishing a continuous supply of blooms for bou- quets, cut flowers or ladies’ hair. The tips may be taken off as they expand, and if you do this gradually a few plants will provide for a long period. For open ground culture, plant in May or June in a warm location.
Double Dwarf Pearl—This is an improved strain of the Dwarf Pearl, bearing very heavy spikes of double flowers. Each 10c; 75c per doz. postpaid.
FLOWERING BULB FOR FALL PLANTING
We carry a full line of bulbs for fall planting ready in September, such as Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Narcissus, Daffodils and Lilliums. Ask for Fall Bulb List, which we will mail free on request.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 57
Type of Decorative Dahlia
Type of Cactus Dahlia
DAHLIA
Choicest Double Varieties
The double-flowered Dahlia is one of the most popular fall flowers. many be had the first season, much earlier than plants grown from seed .
From strong field-grown roots, fine flowers: On mailing the roots we usually remove a
portion of the tuber to reduce the cost of postage, but the portion attached to the stem from which the eye starts is left
intact.
CULTURE—Here are a few hints from our grower: open, sunny situation. Never plant when soil is wet. the tuber.
“Plant when danger of frost is over. Prepare the soil thoroughly by deep digigng. Be moderate in the use of both manure and water. Lay the tuber flat on its side and cover it four inches deep, pressing the soil firmly on Keep the soil loose and mellow by frequent hoeing, drawing the soil to a slight hillock around the plant.
If possible plant in an
Three by three feet is about the proper distance to plant apart.
Keep all dead flowers trimmed off.
Dahlia blooms keep much better if cut in the evening—about sunset—and the less foliage taken off with the flowers
the better for both plant and flower. P.-W.’s CACTUS DAHLIAS Including Both Old and New Sorts
Postpaid Prices Each Doz. COUNTESS OF LONSDALE—The freest-flow-
ering Cactus Dahlia. Color, an exquisite
shade of rich salmon-pink ..200.20...002.2...22.:200--0+- 25¢ $2.50 Kriemhilde—Birilliant pink, splendid for cut-
REC iano 5 Ace fie ee penn ina Sve Ee Teena edo 25¢ 2.00 GOLDEN GATE—Very large; rich deep gold-
en-yellow suffused and shaded fawn ... 2 2.50 Floradora—Deep blood-red; very early 2.00 General Buller—Rich velvety crimson, tipped
white -.-20¢ 2.00 PERLE DE LYON—Large; petals cleft at the
tip. Pure white flower and borne on good
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Hungarian—A finely formed flower borne on long stems. Pure old gold shade .................... 20c 2.00 Uncle Tom—Dark maroon, almost approach-
ing black. Fine shaped flower with good
RRR OY Ea Nig sce 8 5s oad ee ostaeme eee een ee LE 20¢ 2.00 Zephyr—Light feathery form of unique color-
ing, rosy-pink, shading to heliotrope .............. 20c 2.00
P.-W.’s Big Nine Collection of Cactus Dahlias
One each of the above nine superb varieties. $1.50 post-
paid.
If green is desired, use some other green of better keeping qualities.”
== P.-W..c SHOW AND FANCY DAHLIAS
The name Show applies to those varieties producing large, well-formed flowers, showing only solid colors, but may frequently have shaded tips.
Postpaid Prices Each Doz. A. D. Livoni—Rick pink, finely formed. A very, handsome flower) eee cereeseee 20c $2.00 Arabella—Pale lemon, shading to primrose sithes tips) 5.5 ee a eer ceca ee 20c 2.00 Bon Ton—A fine ball-shaped flower of deep garnet-red. An extra fine Dahlia .................... 20c 2.00 Glori De Lyon—Pure white. The largest white show Dahlia in cultivation; round as a ball .20¢ 2.00
Golden Treasure—A beautiful burnt orange
color. Flower large well formed and full to
the eenter) i: Ph eS ee Se eee aie 20c 2.00 GRAND DUKE ALEXIS—A_ magnificent
Dahlia of the largest size. Its petals are
beautifully quilled, giving it a very unique
appearance. Its color is pure white, over
spread with delicate lavendar when grown in
[Spe dy Mi} 100) ey oe ee ees eae en eee 25¢ 2.50 Morocco—Large, well-formed blooms. Dark
maroon, often tipped with white ... ...20¢ 2.00
Purple Gem—Rich royal purple, clear n-
stant. Decided improvement over the old
EC 9 EIU a oe a ia le .20¢ 2.00 Queen of Yellows—Fine clear yellow. An early
and very prolific bloomer ...................:0-2:2---: 20c 2.00
P.-W.’s Collection of Show and Fancy Dahlias One each of above nine varieties. $1.50, postpaid.
P.-W.’s DECORATIVE DAHLIAS
Postpaid Prices Each Doz. Autumn Glow—A very large, full flower,
[ayia EN pd ieee, See BAe a, xno ee ....20¢ $2.00
Black Prince—Very dark, almost black .. .20¢ 2.00 Lavendar Beauty—A clear, soft lavendar shade.
Petals deeply serrated ..............::0:ccecceceseceneescesesees 20c 2.00 DELICE—Wonderful , glowing rose-pink flow- er, perfect shape. When cut retains its aoeelneee longer than any other. Height
Boh eRe Sec Ah er as a cies a A ea ONE 30c 3.00
Postpaid Prices Each Doz.
PERTE DE LYON—tThe best pure white in Po} Uh eg Os) 2 apes apr: AB ry Repetn ie See aeee Eee Peer 25c $2.50
Golden Sun—A large massive flower, golden yellow, shaded lighter in the center ................ 20¢ 2.00 Maid of Kent—Cherry-rey, tipped white ..........20c 2.00 Sylvia—Deep pink, pure white center ..............20¢ 2.00
SOUVENIR DOUZON—An _ immense flower with broad, flat petals and full to the center..25c 2.50 sna ceeenize ze Seiten noe sey er $1.50, Postpaid
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P.-W.’s PAEONY FLOWERED DAHLIAS
This new type is fast becoming very popular. It could well be described as semi-double of the Decorative form and resembles very much a large semi-double paeony. We have selected a half dozen of what we consider the choicest varieties
of this class. we Each Doz. ; Each Doz. Duke Henry—Brilliant red. Large broad pet- Queen Wilhelmina—Immense fluffy flower of alsa Very, freelbloomert cere creer 25¢ $2.50 pure white, with yellow center ...............--.-.. 25¢ $2.50 GEISH Raat ne chowiert and ee attractive of Souvenir Franz Liszt—Dark purple, maroon is type yet introduced. etals very long, x . * i { Curved Tail RIB esd En YA TIeh REGIA RE On UGE Veined and shaded with white. .......-.....2.-..-.-.--- 25¢ 2.50 scarlet and gold, shaded to amber yellow ........ 50c 5.00 Van Dyck—Mammoth salmon-rose tinted helio- Kai Ora— Flowers large rosy-pnk, borne on trope. Petals twisted. The most popular of long graceful stems. Height 4 feet -.............. 25¢ 2.50 this: type ee eee ee 25¢ 2.50 P..-W.’s COLLECTION OF PAEONY FLOWERED DAHLIAS—One each of above six varieties ..............-... Postpaid $1.25
P.-W.’s SELECT MIXTURE OF ALL TYPES DOUBLE DAHLIAS
Where the purchaser is not particular about knowing the names of the different varieties, this mixture gives a su- perb assortment. They are field-grown roots and mixtures without names, of al] choice double flowers, of many distinct colors and shadings. We offer these select double Dahlia roots at 20c each; $2.00 per doz. Postpaid.
GLADIOLUS
These are the most attractive and useful of all summer-flowering bulbs, and as a cut flower all through the summer months and well into the autumn they hold a place that cannot be taken by any other flower. Wonderful improvements are being made each year in the size, color and beauty of these flowers, and our list comprises only the best both in mix- ture and in named sorts.
Culture—For best results a good rich sandy loam is desirable, though they are easily suited both as well to soil and location. The best time to plant is about the first of May, putting in the smallest bulbs first, and reserving the larger bulbs for later planting. A succession of bloom may be had from July to October by making plantings two weeks apart up to the end of June. To make a good show they should be planted from three to four inches apart each way. The depth to plant is regulated by the size of the bulb, the large bulb being covered about six inches deep, smaller ones from three to four inches.
If wanted by mail the prices on single and dozens include postage For large auantites the average weight is about 10 Ibs. per 100 bulbs. See Page 2 for parcel postage.
AMERICA—A beautiful soft, flesh-pink, slightly tinged with lavendar; strong grower, erect spikes of large flowers; grand for bedding. For florist’s use it has no equal. Each 7c; per doz. 60c. '
Augusta—Pure white, blue antlers. Each 7c; per doz. 60c.
Attraction—Deep rich crimson, with large white center and throat. Each 7c; per doz. 60c.
Blue Jay (Baron Hulot)—The finest blue Gladiolus yet seen. It is a rich, deep color of an indigo shade. The only real blue Gladiolus on the market. Each 10c; per dozen 75c.
Canary Bird—Clear canary yellow, finest yellow Gladiolus in existence Each 15c; doz. $1.50.
Europe—The finest pure white. Each 15c; per doz. $1.50.
MRS. FRANCES KING—A striking shade of light scarlet or flame color; one of the most effective, both in the border and when cut. Each 7c; 75c per doz.
Mrs. Frank Pendleton—The flowers are of largest size, borne on strong, straight spikes. In color a lovely salmon- pink with brilliant deep red blotches in the throat. A color combination rivaling many of the finest orchids. Each 10c; $1.00 per dozen.
Glory of Holland—Splendid pure white. Each 15c; per doz. $1.50.
Panama—Very long spike with large well arranged flow- ers. Splendid deep pink. Each 10c; per doz. $1.00.
Niagra—Beautiful cream, blending to yellow, throat splashed with carmine. Each 10c; per doz, $1.00.
SCHWABEN—Strong erect spikes and large well expanded flowers of a clear canary-yellow with a small blotch of deep garnet in the throat. Each 10c; per doz. $1.00.
P.-W.’s SUPERB MIXED—Our special mixture from best
named and hybrid Gandavensis, Childsii and European tpyes. A well blended combination of all colors, shades and i R combinations. Per doz. 50c; $3.50 per 100, Postpaid. P-W.’s Superb Mixed Gladiolus P.-W.’s Mixed Gladiolus in Separate Colors
Postpaid per doz. Postpaid per doz. Scarlet and Crimson Shades—Mixed ..... - $0.45 Yellow and Orange Shades—Mixed ... $0.85 White and Light Shades—Mixed Shel) Pink and Rose Shades—Mixed .................. = -50
USEFUL PLANTING TAB
The table below shows the number of plants requred to fill a circular bed of the dimensions given. In planting begin outside row—where 6 inches apart, 3 inches from edge of bed; where 12 inches apart, 6 inches from edge of bed. It is customary in planting a bed to set the plants somewhat closer together in the two outer rows, giving more space between each plant toward the center of the bed. ae
A square bed will take about the same number of plants. For an oval bed, add length and breadth and divide by 2. For example, an oval 8 feet long by 6 feet wide will require the same number of plants as a circular bed 7 feet
in diameter. NUMBER OF PLANTS FOR CIRCULAR BEDS
8 ft. dia., 6 in. apart .. . 28 plants 6 ft. 28 plants 10 ft. dia., 18 in. apart 86 plants 8 ft. dia., 12 in. apart .. . 7 plants 8 ft. 200 plants 10 ft. dia., 24 in. apart .. 20 plants 5 ft. dia., 6 in. apart .. .. 80 plants 8 ft. 50 plants 14 ft. dia,, 6 in apart .......612 plants 5 ft. dia., 12 in. apart .. .. 20 plants 10 ft. dia., 6 in. apart 320 plants 14 ft. dia., 12 in. apart ........153 plants 6 ft. dia., 6 in. apart .......... 112 plants 10 ft. dia., 12 in. apart ........ 80 plants 14 ft. dia., 18 in. apart 68 plants
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All Nursery Stock shipped by us is accompanied by a certificate of health, issued and signed by an Inspector of the
Horticultural! Commission, insect pests, etc.
Orders for Winter and Spring shipments should be placed as early as possible.
This insures shipments to consist of nothing but healthy stock, free and clear of all] scale,
Three-fourths of the
nursery business is done in the Spring months, and when our busy season starts, we are rushed with orders. All orders
are filled in rotation as received.
PLEASE NOTE CAREFULLY WHEN ORDERING
First—Please use the order sheet and give explicit in- struction how you wish the plants sent.
Second—Please don’t mix orders for seeds and plants together; all can be sent in one shipment, but is aids us materially if they are written on separate order sheets supplied for that purpose.
Third—Please don’t mix orders with letters. They should be written on separate sheets to avoid confusion.
Dormant Trees and Shrubs by Freight—Trees, both ornamental and orchard, shrubs and other dormant stock ean be forwarded safely by fast freight lines, even to very distant points, at low rates.
Packing Free—We make absolutely no charge for boxes or packing, or delivery to any express or freight line in Salt Lake City.
Safe Arrival Guaranteed—We guarantee the safe ar- rival of all plants to any part in the U. S. when sent by express. Should the express shipment reach you in bad order have notation made by the agent on your receipt for charges, so that recovery can be made for damages.
Claims—Should any errors occur we desire to be in- formed upon receipt of goods, that we may rectify them without delay. All claims must be filed within ten days after the arrival of shipments.
IMPORTANT RULES ABOUT NURSERY ORDERS
No order can be accepted for less than $1.00, as packing expense is too great.
CASH IN FULL must accompany the order if immediate shipment is desired.
Orders to be delivered at later date will be booked only providing at least one-fourth of the purchase price accompanies them, and shipment cannot be made until payment is made in full. This
rule applies to all except Public Instituriens
We cannot ship Plants or Nursery stock C. O. D. to anyone.
After stock has been received in good condition and accepted by the purchaser, we decline to assume any responsibility whatsoever for failures or any other matter, except where it should prove untrue to label, in which case we will replace free of charge or refund the purchase price, but
further than this we assume no responsibility.
HINTS UPON RECEIVING ORDER
Caution—Be careful in unpacking to note everything, and either plant, or cover up with moist soil at once. Moisten the roots, and do not allow them to become dry.
Treatment Before Planting—Before planting prune of all broken and extra long roots. Peach, Plum, Apricot, etc., should have side limbs and top cut back to at least half the length.
Planting—Dig holes large enough to allow the roots of the tree to spread out in their natural position, carefully placing the finest and best soil from the surface among the roots; when the soil is nearly filled in, thoroughly settle the earth by filling the hole with water; after it settles, fill in the remainder of earth. In moist soils, the use of water to settle the earth is much better than tread- ing the soil with the foot.
FULL DIRECTIONS FOR CARE AND PLANTING FREE WITH EACH ORDER
It is very easy to transplant trees successfully if these directions are followed:
With “Our Quality Trees’’ the most inexperienced men can set out orchards with the highest degree of success. Ex- perience has taught us that 90 per cent of the trees that die do so because the persons who planted them did not have directions for transplanting to follow, or did not follow the ones they had. Were it possible for us to plant and care for the stock we send out we would willingly insure the growth of every tree and plant. These directions are invaluable to you, for if they are followed, your trees, plants, etc., can Le set out with the surety of a reasonable degree of success.
AN INVITATION
Our Centerville Nurseries are but a twenty-minute ride from Salt Lake City, either by automobile or electric railway. Visitors are always welcome. Much of interest and value would be gained from a trip there during the summer months. Hundreds of varieties of roses and other shrubs, ete., both old and new, could there be seen growing side by side and the relative merits of anything of particular interest could then be best judged. Without any obligatoin whatever to you it will be a pleasure to show you over the grounds.
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P.-W.s HOME GROWN ROSES
OUR GREAT SPECIALTY The Rose is the joy of the rich man’s garden and the solace of the poor man’s front yard—it gives forth its beauty and perfume to the woman of fashion as well as to the toilers in the factory and on the farm. Certainly there is no
plant in the Floral Kingdom that will bring greater reward for cultivation than the Rose. i In planting Roses be sure to remember that the hybrid perpetuals do best on heavy soils; the hybrid teas on the
medium heavysoils, and the teas on the lighter soils. SOME THINGS TO OBSERVE . J
Unpacking Roses—Should plants, when received, have a withered appearance caused by an unusual delay in transit (which seldom occurs), soak them in water for an hour or more so as to restore their vitality.
How to Plant—The rose delights in an open, airy situation; all types are partial to clay loam, but will succeed in any ordinary soil if enriched with well rotted barnyard manure. Dig up the soil thoroughly to a depth of twelve to fifteen inches. When the bush is planted press the soil firmly over the roots. Mabe a basin around the plant, and water freely to exclude air and to settle the earth. :
Pruning—This operation is best performed during the dormant season. Most roses do better if moderately pruned. We usually remove from one-third to two-thirds of the past year's growth, and all weak and decayed wood ‘should be entirely cut out. As a rule the more vigorous the variety the more it should be pruned. Besides spring pruning, many of the Hybrid Perpetuals require to be pruned as soon as their first blossoming is over, in order to grow new wood for later blooming. It is-always the new growth which gives flowers. Most people are apt to prune too sparingly, which retards rather than enhances the free-blooming of their plants.
Spraying of Roses—See Page 94 on Insecticides.
Time for Planting—In this intermountain region, the best time for planting is in the spring, immediately after the frost is out of the ground, and as soon as the ground can be worked nicely.
Winter Protection—We have found that the most satisfactory protection is to draw up a mound of soil from 8 to 10 inches high around the base of the plants, then covering the entire beds after the ground begins to freeze with any loose material, such as strawy manure, leaves, etc.
Delivery Charges are Prepaid on all Roses at prices quoted in this Catalog. Your are, therefore, as close to our Rose Grounds as your Express or Post Office.
QUANTITY PRICES ON ROSES
Where the price on the variety is: 75¢ each, we supply ten for ... $7.00 50c each, we supply ten for ... oe 80c each, we supply ten for . 7.50 55c each, we supply ten for 85c each, we supply ten for . 8.00 60c each, we supply ten for ... 90c each, we supply ten for 8.50 65c each, we supply ten for ... 95c each, we supply ten for ... 9.00
$1.00 each, we supply ten fo See P.-W.’s Snecial Rose Offer on Page 64
70c each, we supply ten for ...
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P.-W.’s SUPERB, HARDY, EVER-BLOOMING
HYBRID TEA ROSES
This class combines the good points of both the Teas and Hybrid Perpetuals. ruption from the first year, like ordinary Tea Roses, with large, finely formed flowers of delightful fragrance. roses have constitutions which enable them to stand severe winters with only ordinary protection. will be well repaid for the extra attention in caring for them. the Hybrid Perpetuals, in fact, more beautiful in every way. Our list invInees the *ream of both old and new.
rose, we are increasing our acreage every year.
Blooming freely and without inter- These Certainly everyone
In all cases they are much more profuse bloomers than To supply the ever-increasing demand for this class of
Unless otherwise noted, price of any on this page: 85c each; $8.00 per ten, charges prepaid.
Strong, healthy 2 year old Dormant Roots. BETTY
Very large flowers of snlendid form. Color cop- perry-rose shaded golden-yellow ; deliciously perfumed ; without doubt a sterling rose.
DEAN HOLE
Grows into a stout, vigorous hardy bush, bearing all summer great numbers of gorgeous, silvery car- mine Roses with salmon shadings. The coloring is distinct and unique.
DUCHESS OF ALBANY
Deep rose, nearly red.
DUCHESS OF WELLINGTON
Intense saffron yellow stained with crimson, chang- ing to deep coppery saffron yellow.
EDWARD MAWLEY
A beautiful rich crimson touched with maroon, with a delightful valvety gloss on the petals, which are large, forming a good-sized flower with high globular center. The growth is strong and the very fragrant flowers are borne in profusion.
ETOILE DE FRANCE
Strong, upright growth; beautiful bronze-green foli- age. Blooms constantly, producing large, massive deep, cup-form flowers on long stems; clear red and velvety crimson color.
GENERAL McARTHUR
A dazzling crimson-scarlet. Buds of ideal shape.
GRUSS AN TEPLITZ (Virginia R. Coxe)
The best bedding and hedge rose for the Rocky Mountain States. In bloom continuously from early spring until snow.
For intense and dazzling color there is no other Rose to compare with this splendid kind. The flowers are large and handsome, moderately double, of splen- did substance, and are produced in amazing profu- sion during the whole of the blooming season; in fact, it is always in bloom. The color is fiery- crimson, shaded with a dark velveety sheen, a com- bination found in no other rose.
The fragrance of this rose is unexcelled by that of any other variety under cultivation. It is a strong and sturdy grower, often attaining a height of four or five feet, is perfectly hardy in all sections.
HERMOSA (Bengal)
It is hardy as an oak, and is always covered with clear, pink blooms.
HOOSIER BEAUTY
Beautiful, well-shaped, long buds and large, full perfect flowers of an intense, rich, dazzling crimson-scarlet and deliciously fragrant. Price: 85c each.
IRISH ELEGANCE
Large, single, golden-bronze flowers of yreat beauty, free and constant bloomer, with deep bronze foliave.
JONKHEER J. L. MOCK
One of the best bedding varieties. The flowers which are produced with the greatest freedom on long, stiff stems, are of large size and of perfect form, of a deep imperial-pink, the outside of the petals silvery-rose white.
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Old customers will notice we have eliminated a number of Roses listed in our previous catalogs. This has been done only after careful comparison with those added or still retained to make sure So if some familiar name is missed from this list you may be sure a better and more desirable one will be found to take its place. Our everything but those that will handsomely reward for time and cost of cultivation.
Gruss An Teplitz—Blooms frem June to Snow
KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA
This splendid rose should be in every collection. In color it is a soft pearly-white, tinted with just enough lemon in the center to relieve the white; remarkably fragrant; beautifully formed flowers on long, graceful stems; a strong free, healthy grower, with bold, handsome foliage. Can’t be beat. See cut Page 62.
KILLARNEY (The Irish Beauty)
Brilliant sparkling pink with large, pointed buds, broad, waxlike petals and enormous semi-full flowers of exceeding beauty. One of the very finest forcers.
IRISH FIRE FLAME
The name describes this rose; unique and unlike any other rose; color of close bud fiery-orange red, shading to lighter at base when full open, bright salmon; five- petaled and single; one of the daintiest and sweetest things imaginable; a continuous bloomer; strong grower; foliage dark green; reverse, bronze.
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P.-W.’s SUPERB COLLECTION OF HYBRID TEAS—Continued
See bottom of page for prices
MABEL DREW —The booms are large and full; the color is deep cream on first opening, passing to intense canary-yellow in the center; delicious, refreshing perfume.
MADAM CAROLINE TESTOUT—Grand bright pink. Flower- ing freely all summer. One of the best. Known in the north- west as the “Portland Rose.”
MARY, COUNTESS OF LEIECSTER—Distinct, warm crimson- carmine; great size with large, smooth circular petals.
Laurent Carle—Long buds are borne on long stems, opening into large flowers of perfect form, just full enough to open free- ly; color brilliant velvety-carmine.
La Detroit—Foliage is rich and glossy and the large cupshaped blossoms are shell-pink, shading to soft rose. A rampant grower and very fragrant.
LA FRANCE* (The queen of all the roses.)—Beautiful bright silvery-pink with pale lilac shadings, over the entire flower a satiny sheen. Large, full and fine form; one of the sweetest scented roses.
LOS ANGELES—The following is the originator’s descrip- tion which, after carefully testing out this variety in our trial grounds, we find to be true in every respect: “A rose which, through its own intristie worth and beauty will eventual- ly find its way into the gardens of rose lovers throughout the world. The color is absolutely new in roses. Luminous flame- pink toned with coral and shaded with transluscent gold at the base of the petals. Buds long and pointed, expanding to a flower of mammoth proportions. Beautiful from the opening bud until the last petal drops. A rose which will furnish you from plants grown in your own garden, better flowers than can be produced from the finest of under-glass grown stock.” Price: $1.50 each.
LYON ROSE (Perentiana)—The result of a cross between Mad, Melaine, Soupert and Soleil d’Or. Pronounced by experts as the most important production of modern times. Flowers large, full and double, of remarkable substance, shrimp-pink, edges of coral-red or salmon-pink, shaded chrome-yellow. Very fragrant. Constant bloomer. Perfectly hardy. $1.00 each; $9.50 per ten.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria
MRS. CHARLES RUSSELL—A strong-growing, free- flowering Rose. The foliage is heavy and almost mildew- proof. The bud is fully as large as American Beauty but longer and pointed and opens into a flower of unusual beauty; color of a bright rose-pink, deeper towards the center. Each $1.00; $9.50 per ten.
Mrs. George Shawyer—This variety possesses the irresist-
Mrs. Aaron Ward—Coppery-orange in the open bud, but golden-orange when partly developed, pinkish-fawn of lovely shade when fully open, when it looks like a full silk rosette. Price: 60c¢ each.
_ Mrs. David Jardine—The color is bright rosy-pink shad- ing to rich salmon-pink on the outer petals. A strong grower, large flowers, fine buds and very free-flowering
richly fragrant.
My Maryland—The color is soft salmon-pink which light- ens up beautifully as the flowers expand. Under artificial light it is even more beautiful than in the daylight. The growth sturdy and healthy, the foliage large and abundant. It is strongly and delightfully perfumed.
Mrs. A. R. Waddell—This is most beautiful in bud and flower. The flowers are of the largest size, of perfect form, and possess wonderful keeping quilities. The color- ing is most beautiful in effect, being a rosy-scarlet, open- ing rosy-salmon, with reverse of petals rosy- -scarlet. A sturdy, erect and vigorous grower.
Mme. Jules Groles (Red Kaiserin Augusta Victoria) —This magnificent rose is exceedingly free-blooming, with very large, finely formed flowers. The color is a distinct and charming shade of cherry-red. It is a remarkable strong- growing variety, as hardy as the Hybrid Perpetuals.
Mad. Leon Pain—Silvery-pink shading to salmon, base of petals orange. Unquestionably one of the freest blooming and best all around Roses in cultivation today. Superb in either bud or open flower. A sheet of color throughout the season.
able combination of size, fragrance, perfect form and color. The flowers are large, brilliant, rose-pink in color and keep well when cut. A strong grower, it is a fine variety for forcing, while as an outdoor rose it is one of the best.
Ophelia—Color salmon-flesh, shaded with rose; large and perfect shade; of excellent habit, the flowers standing up well on long stiff stems. Excellent for forcing or outdoor culture.
PRINCE DE BULGARIE—Silvery-flesh, salmon.
RHEA REID—This rose is of the American Beauty type, and of much easier culture. It never mildews or black- spots; flowers perfectly under all weather conditions. In color it is a rich, dark, velvety red.
Richmond—Superb form and fragrant flowers; wonder- fully free-blooming. Its immense scarlet-crimson flowers are borne on long, stiff stems, making it a rival of the American Beauty, and even more dazzling.
White La France—Same habits as Pink La France; dif- fers only in color, which is pure white.
Sunburst—It has long, pointed buds, which can be cut tight for market. The color is orange-copper or golden- orange and golden-yellow; edge of petals lighter; intense
shaded to rosy
Strong, healthy field-grown 2 year old Dormant Roots of above at 85c; 10 for $8.00, except where otherwise noted.
All delivery charges prepaid.
HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES
The varieties we list in this class are all of very vigorous growth and hardy in our climate. Others flower during the month of June and again in August and September.
the entire summer.
large, often measuring from five to six inches in diameter. house culture, as some of them are not suitable for that purpose.
All Hybrid Perpetuals should not be ordered for
Many of them flower The flowers are Very fragrant, and in all the colors known to the rose.
We have eliminated all varieties except the very choicest and best bloomers and included in this class some varieties that are classed in Europe and by some American houses as Hybrid Teas.
AMERICAN BEAUTY RED—A popular perpetual bloom- er. Very double and deliciously fragrant. Color deep, rich crimson, exquisitely shaded. This should have a little pro- tection during winter.
AMERICAN BEAUTY snow-white rose yet introduced. Heavy foliage and magnificent flowers. Produced with great freedom on long, stiff stems. everywhere.
(Frau Karl Druschiki)—Best It is a very strong grower. Immense in size. Hardy
Strong two year old dormant roots of above at 85c each; 10 for $8.00, charges prepaid.
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HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES—Continued
Coquette Des Alps—One of the best and freest blooming Paul Neyron—The flowers are immense; color bright of the hardy roses. It is finely formed, occasionly shows shiny pink; clear and beautiful. Very double and finely light blush when first opening. scented. Blooms all summer.
PRINCE CAMILLE DE ROHAN—Known as the black rose, owing to its very deep velvety crimson color, passing to intense maroon and shaded black. Large, handsome, ut flowers.
P.-W.’s RED AMERICAN BEAUTY—Same habits of growth and bloom as, the popular forcing American Beauty, the only difference being in its adaptability to outside culture; it is much hardier and does not fade as quickly as the old variety when exposed to the wind and direct rays of the sun.
ULRICH BRUNNER—Brilliant, cherry-red; flowers of form; very fragrant; flowers continuously. immense size and bold, globular form. Seedling of Paul bloomer in the Hybrid Perpetual class. Neyron. Strong and disease resisting.
Price of any of the above strong two year old field grown roots 85c each; $8.00 per ten, charges prepaid.
P.-W.’s EVER-BLOOMING TEA ROSES
The Roses of this class are easily distinguished by their delicate fragrance and shades of color. Not being as hardy as the Perpetuals or Hybrid Teas, they should be planted where they are protected from cutting winds. ‘They prefer a rich, warm, dry soil and moderate pruning, removing all the unripe and weak wood. Protection in the way of straw, litter and leaves is necessary in the fall. They bloom in great perfection during the entire summer and autumn, being especially fine during the autumn months.
General Jacqueminot—An old stand-by. Shapely buds, shining crimson; brilliant, velvety and fragrant.
Gloire Lyonnaise—White, tinted with yellow; large, full and of good shape; very free, distinct and pleasing.
MARSHAL P WILDER—Hard to beat. Deep, glowing red.
Magna Charter—Extra large full flowers of unusual depth; sweet and of fine form. Bright rosy-red in color.
MRS. JOHN LAING—Very delicate pink;
rich,
large, fine The best
free-blooming rose; fine Color deep rose-pink, Delightfully
Burbank—A hardy, free-flowering, double form, nearly three inches across. shading to beautiful soft rose at the center. fragrant.
Harry Kirk—Deepest yellow, passing to lighter shades at edge of petals; large, full and beautiful form; buds long and elegant; free blioomer. Gold Medal Rose.
PAPA GONTIER—This is probably the most popular red rose in the whole list; the bush, which is of strong growth and al- ways furnished with an abundance of healthy foliage, is an incessant bloomer; it is much sought after for cut flowers on account of its magnificent buds; color, rich cherry red; no col- lection is complete withotu it.
LADY HILLINGDON—One of the recent introductions of the Tea class, and has taken the medal over all yellow roses, the color being one almost beyond description, apricot yellow shaded to orange on the outer edge of the petal, becoming deeper and more intense toward the center of the bloom. The color does not fade after the bloom is cut, but invariably becomes darker. Buds are produced on long, strong, wiry stems, wel] above the foliage, producing a clender, graceful effect. A strong, hearty grower.
WHITE MAMAN COCHET*—Free bloomer, bearing magnifi- cent buds and flowers, standing at the very head of all roses as the best white for open ground culture.
PINK MAMAN COCHET* (The Queen of all Garden Roses)— The buds are large, full and firm, elegantly pointed, showing depth and richness as they expand. The superb flowers open perfectly double, are extra large and of splendid substance. Hardy in every section of the country; clear, rich pink, changing to silvery-rose.
YELLOW MAMAN COCHET*—One of the very best hardy, ever-blooming yellow roses. It is idea] for open ground culture— a typical Cochet Rose, with gracefully molded buds, flowers magnificent when open, on stiff, strong stems.
Strong 2 year old Dormant Roots.
Price of above. except where otherwise noted: 85c each; $8.00 per ten. All charges Prepaid.
P.-W.’s POLYANTHA OR BABY ROSES
VERY DESIRABLE BEDDING AND EDGING ROSES
A Continuous Sheet of Bloom During the Entire Season
A class of Roses derived from the Climbing Polyantha. They are of dwarf habit and bloom so freely as to cover the entire plant with bloom all through summer and fall. The plants are splendid for bedding or as edgings for borders they are very beautiful. They are useful, either for pot culture, for bedding purposes or for hedge effects. The plants are completely hidden with bloom from spring until late in the fall.
Baby Dorothy —A prolific producer of pure pink flowers, with all the qualities of the Crimson Baby Rambler.
Crimson Baby Rambler—Hardy and healthy. Blooms in profuse clusters until frost and throughout the winter if taken indoors. Clear, brilliant ruby-red color.
Erna Teschendorf—The flowers are of a deep crimson color flushed with carmine, resembling the dazzling color of Gruss an Teplitz.
Price on any of above: 85c each; $8.00 per ten.
White Baby Rambler—Same habits of growth as Crimson Baby Rambler. Color pure white.
Madame Cecil Brunner—Plant of dwarf growth, excel- lent for bordering. Color salmon-rose. We think the most beautiful and lovely of the minature roses; very fragrant. Needs protection in winter.
Baby Orleans—One of the best; flowers of large size of brilliant geranium-red, becoming suffused with rose as the flowers mature, and large white center; a very pretty color combination.
All charges Prepaid.
64 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
P.-W.’s HARDY CLIMBING ROSES
Including the Ramblers, Climbing Polyanthas. and Wichuraiana These roses are suitable for planting where they can climb on walls, fences, galleries, pillars, pergolas, arches, etc. ; in fact, wherever a hardy climber is required. Price of any on this page, except where noted, 75c each; 10 for $7.00; two year old field grown shrubs, ail charges prepaid.
AMERICAN PILLAR
A single-flowering variety of great beauty, which appeals to everyone. Flowers are enormous in size, three to four inches across, of a lovely shade of pink, with a clear white eye and cluster of yellow stamens. The plant frequently re- tains its lovely green foliage until the end of November; it forms a beautiful decorative subject throughout the autumn months.
CLIMBING AMERICAN BEAUTY—Same color, size and frag- 5 EST Ge, rance as American Beauty, with the addition of the climbing ae aR
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habit. Good foliage and better blooming qualities. ._Each 85c.
CLIMBING CECIL BRUNNER—FEasily the most charming and popular of the Polyantha Roses Very robust and ore of the strongest climbers in the rose family Hardy and suitable for all sections. Each 85c.
Climbing Frau Karl Druschki—Bloom identical with the par- ent plant, the bust sort of the same name.
CLIMBING MME. CAROLINE TESTOUT—A sport from the bush sort of the same name; bloom identical with its parent. One of the strongest growers in climbing family of roses. A plant of this in full bloom is one of the most pleasing sights we know of in the way of a climbing rose; bloom is very large; colon, z solid cerise-pink and does not fade. Highly fragrant.
ac 5c.
CLIMBING KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORTA—This is easily the grandest climbing white rose extant. Bloom is identical with the parent plant (Kaiserin) ; of extremely strong climbing habit; we have seen it make shoots of fifteen feet in one season ; this is one of the very few roses strictly GOOD AT ALL TIMES —regardless of the season of the year. Each 85c.
CLIMBING BABY RAMBLER, or MISS G. MESSMAN— Climbing Polyantha. This is a true ever-blooming Crimson Rambler. Simply a elimbing form of the Baby Rambler, em- bracing all its good qualities.
Crimson Rambler—Rapid producer of long, heavy canes, reach-
ing a height of ten to twenty feet in one season; rich clusters White Dorothy Perkins (Second Year of bloom form a mass of livid beauty until late in the season. from Planting) DOROTHY PERKINS—Beautiful shell-pink color, Philadelphia Rambler—Roses borne in grand clusters,
which holds for a long time, fading finally to a lovely completely covering the whole bush. Color pure deep deep rose; very sweet scented; fully equal to Crimson crimson. Rambler in foliage and hardiness, habit of growth much
the same. TAUSENDSCHOEN, or THOUSAND Be eae flowers upon first opening are the most delicate shade of EXCELSIA or RED DOROTHY PERKINS—A brilliant pink Ge ces in a rose; might be described as a white Crimson Rambler flower on glossy, varnished Wichuriana delicately flushed pink, changing to rosy-carmine. It gets foliage; the infusion of Wichuriana blood assures an orna- its name from the many flowers and the variation in color- mental climber which is nearly evergreen, and this will ing; beautiful. Simply a wonder. assure this lively crimson-scarlet rose a place in every z. ‘ : American garden. ' WHITE DOROTHY PERKINS—We have the pleasure of Ever-Blooming Rambler, or Flower of Fairfield—This is offering this White Dorothy Perkins that in every way is a much-heralded ever-blooming Crimson Rambler; deep the equal, if not superior, to Crimson Rambler as a red, crimson in immense clusters. and Dorothy Perkins as a pink.
Price of any of above except where noted, 2 year old field-grown shrubs: 75c each; $7.00 per 10. Delivery charges prepaid.
Dk OK OXON ONDA OKOAOK OR GN GAO A or ote rs x i s a4 a ‘ > $4 P.-W.’s INTRODUCTORY ROSE OFFER x x : Be Of Ten Everbloomers for Your Rose Garden for $7.00 ee x That you may know the excellence of our Home Grown Stock and our facilities for packing and delivery ~ Bd so that roses reach you in a healthy, thrifty condition, we make this exceptionally low offer of $7.00 for ps a4 one each of the following ten roses, all charges prepaid. Every one is a top-notcher, hardy in most any > ad situation, all 2 year old field grown shrubs and guaranteed to bloom continuously during the entire season, bea ai if given just an ordinary chance. Da *K Jonkheer J L. Mock—Silvery rose-pink. Mrs. Chas. Russell—Wonderful deep rose-pink. x “ Duchess of Wellingten—Coppery-yellow. Sunburst—Orange-yellow. : as Edward Mawley—Deep, rich crimson. White American Beauty—Pure white. * Gruss An Teplitz—Dark crimson-red. Climbing American Beauty—Red. “ Kaiserin Augusta—Blush-white. Climbing Cecil Bruntnerr—Pink.
One each of above ten choice 2 year old dormant shrubs for $7.00, Prepaid.
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CONSERVATORY AND HOUSE PLANTS |
Our facilities are excellent in this line, being in a position to furnish most all desirable and seasonable decorative
plants on short notice.
We not only have an extensive assortment of Potted Plansts at our own Greenhouses, but are in
touch with other large growers, which enables us to deliver anything desird.
The conditions in the Potted Plant Trade are so changable that we are compelled to quote approximate prices only. we shall be pleased to give special quotations at any time We do not ship any plants under this division by Parcel Post. Most of them are too large to carry safely, and the risk of aamage is too great; by express is the only safe way.
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| Miscellaneous Conservatory Plants at Our Centerville
Greenhouses
SUMMER BEDDING PLANTS
The following plants are raised from the choicest grades yof seeds, and will surely please the most particular. We Ywill be able to supply them fresh from our greenhouse, from April 25 to June 15. They are either extra strong, (transplanted, flat-grown stock, or else from two inch
ots. If wanted by mail, add 10c per dozen for postage. Price: 65c ner doz.; $4.00 per 100.
* Asters—Mixed Marguerite—Mixed.
_ Balsam. Petunia—Mixed. \ _ Carnations—Marguerite. Phlox — Drummondii—Mixed
*Cosmos—Mixed. Salvia.
Fever Few—Mixed. *Snapdragon—Mixed.
Double Daisy—Mixed. Stocks—Mixed.
Lobelia—Blue. Verbena— Mixed.
Marigold.
*Marked varieties can be furnished in separate colors at ) Same price.
) THE FOLLOWING PLANTS ARE POT GROWN ¥ Propogated From Cuttings
)Ready from April 15 to June 15— From2% From 4in. Pots
Priced by Express—If Wanted by Pots By Express ‘Mail, Add 5c Each or 25c a Dozen, Only ‘in 2% inch pots. ach Doz. Each Doz.
WBegonia Vernon—Bright red ............ Z5e $2.00 (Coleus—Assorted varieties... :
‘Geranium, Double—Assorte € 3.00 50c 4.50 'Geraniums, Variegated—Border ........ 2.00 40c 3.50 (Geranium, Ivy Leaved—Assorted ....3 3.00 50c 4.50 ‘Geranium, Martha Washington........35¢ 3.50 60c 5.50 f Petunia, Giant Double Fringed........25¢ 2.50 )Variegated Vinca—Foliage mottled.25c 2.00 50c 4.50 ‘Senecio Scandens (Parlor Ivy) ........25¢ 2.00 Bepuragor 222 ae ee: 25e 1.50
ORNAMENTAL ASPARAGUS
Sprengerii—A _ beautiful decorative plant for porch, hanging baskets, long vase and for planting in window boxes. It is very effective used as a house plant, and it ean be taken in the house for a winter plant after its summer use is over. It is a vigorous grower, producing sprays three or four feet long, of fresh, green, feathery foliage. Vigorous Plants, $1.25 to $3.00 each according to size.
Hanging Baskets—Eight to fourteen inches in diameter with sprays, 14 to 36 inches long, $3.50 to $7.50 each.
Asparagus, Plumosus or Lace Fern—A beautiful plant with dark green, gracefully arched foliage. Surpassing Maiden Hair Fern in grace and delicacy of coloring. One of the most beautiful decorative plants Plants, $1.00 to $3.00 each, according to size.
FERNS
Boston— This fern is of such easy culture and rapid growth, and so graceful and ornamental, that is has superseded the other varieties, both with the florist and amateur. Its long, graceful drooping fronds often attain a length of five or six feet in a year. $1.25 to $5.00 each according to size.
New Ostrich Plume, Whitmani—This beautiful fern is a sport from the Boston, but it indescribably more beautiful. $1.50 to $5.00 each, according to size.
PALMS
Areca Lutescens.—One of the most decorative plants always graceful and artistic. $3.00 to $10.00 each, depend- ing on size.
Kentia,—The most popular parlor palm we grow. Hardy and rugged under all kinds of treatment. $2.00 tot $10.00 each, depending on size.
Flowering Potted Plants, such as Cyclamen, Azaleas, Begonias, Easter Lillies, Spireas, Hydrangeas, Hyacinths, Daffodils, etc., can always be furnished in season at reason- able prices.
A House of 4-inch Geraniums at Centerville,
P.-W.’s PANSY PLANTS
Without qualification these plants are excelled by none for beauty,
variety of color and markings. Grown with
the utmost care from the world’s best mixture of Pansy seed, it is not puting it too strong when we say, “Positively
‘there are none better.” plants, $4.75, by mail, add 20c per dozen for postage. Important—Plants
First bloom about April 1. Prices: Large plants in bloom, 1 dozen, 75c; 3 dozen, $2.00; 100
n roots, and should receive careful attention upon arrival.
If they appear withered, place in lukewarm water for an interval of ten or fifteen minutes. This will revive them.
PORTER-WALTON COMPANY,
SALT LAKE CITY,
Effecive Planting of Hardy Perennials
HERBACEOUS PERENNIAL PLANTS
Perennials have never been so popular as they are at the present time.
Their permanency appeals to all. They
are planted once and are always there; living through the winter with little or no protection, the flowers become better
as the plants grow older.
Will grow well in any soil, which may be enriched with decomposed manure or bone meal.
The varieties we list are all perfectly hardy, the tops dying down in winter, but coming up early in the spring Our prices are for field grown plants. If by mail, add 5c each, 30c per dozen, postage.
Alyssum Saxatile Compactum (Basket of Gold, Gold Tuft, Rockmadwort).—An indispensable plant for the rockery or border, growing 1 foot high and producing early in the summer massess of broad, flat heads of bright yellow flowers. Each 25c.
Bleeding Heart (Dielytra)—The old favorite, heart-shaped flowers. Each 30c.
Campanula.—In several varieties, including the Canter- bury Bell. Each 25c.
Columbine (Aquilegia).—Assorted colors. Each 25c. Coreopsis Lanceolata.—F lowers are bright golden yellow. Each 25c. Dianthus Barbatus (Sweet William).—Continues to bloom most all summer Large, double flowers Each 25c.
Delphiniums (Hardy Larkspurs).—A very graceful, tall- growing plant, with long spikes of bright flowers; as- sorted colors. Each 25c.
Digitalis (Fox Glove).—A very ornamental plant, grow- ing to about three feet high; assorted colors. Each 25c.
Poppy, Hardy Oriental.—Large flowers resembling chry- santhemums, in a great variety of colors. Each 25c.
Pyrethrum (Aliginosum Giant Daisy).—Very attractive. Each 25c.
Gaillardia Grandiflora.—Has a mass of blooms the entire season. Flowers are dark red-brown with petals of orange or crimson. Each 25c.
Feverfew Litle Gem (Matricaria).—A most useful sum- mer cut flower, with large double-white flowers; June until October; 12 to 15 inches high Each 25c
Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis Alpetris).—Low growing plants, producing an abundance of fragrant small blue flowers. Each 25c
Gypsophila Paniculata (Baby’s Breath)—Single. Each 25c.
Hardy Garden Pinks—Assortted colors. Each 25c.
Hollyhocks.—The handsome double flower of the im- proved varieties of this flower makes it a great favorite. One-year-old roots. Assorted. Each 25c.
Lobelia Cardinals (Cardinal Flower)—Flowers from July to September; color, firey scarlet; height, two feet Each 25c.
Rudbeckia (Golden Glow).—Height four to six feet, and producing hundreds of large blossoms of brillaant golden- yellow color during August and September. Each25c.
Rudbeckia Newmani (Blackeyed Susan)—Golden yel- low ray petals around a dark center. Fine cut flowers. Each 25c.
Shasta Daisies—Burbank’s new varieties. Each 25¢.
Santolina Chamaecyparissus Incana (Lavender Cotton). —A dwarf evergreen perennial with attractive silvery whi! foliage; useful as a rock or border plant and largely used for carpet bedding; prefers a light soil and rather dry position. Each 25c.
Vinca Minor (Periwinkle, or Trailing Myrtle).—An ex- cellent dwarf evergreen trailing plant that is used ex- tensively for carpeting the ground under shrubs and trees, or on graves where it is too shady for other plants to thrive. Each 25c.
Violets—Hardy sweet-scented blue. Per clump, 25c each.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Old Fashioned Large-Flowering, etc.—We offer below five fine large-flowering varieties, which are absolutely hardy and will be found useful for garden decoration:
Autumn Glow.—Rose Golden Queen.—Yellow.
Indian.—Red Old Homestead.—Pink.
Victory—White.
Any of above; 25c each; $2.50 per dozen.
Plants marked 20c, are $2.00 per dozen; 25c, are $2.50 per dozen; 30c, are $3.00 per dozen; 35c, are $3.50 per dozen.
Add 5c each for postage, if wanted by Parcel Post.
| SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 67
DOUBLE PAEONIES HARDY EVERYWHERE THE PEER OF ALL FLOWERS
The Paeony, of all the list of bulbous or tuberous rooted plants, is perhaps the oldest and best known inhabitant of the flower garden. Paeonies will do well in almost any garden soil, but the better enriched the more vigorous the growth. The plant is extremely hardy and will survive the coldest winters with little or no protection. The abundant dark green foliage is exceptionally clean and attractive. The gorgeous display of blooms in the months of May and June is simply unequaled, the flowers being perfectly double, many being very fragrant and all of immense size.
An important point to observe in the planting ot Herbaceous Paeonies is not to plant too deep. The reots should
_ be placed so that the crowns are covered with two or three inches of soil. Too deep planting is a frequent cause of
» shy flowering. THE CREAM OF NAMED VARIETIES
- Prices Include Postage. | ASA GRAY.—Bright lilacs, sprinkled with minute dots _ of deeper lilac as if dusted on; very large. 80c each; $7.50 per dozen.
BERLIOZ.—Large full flower of a bright currant red shaped amaranth. 55c each; $5.00 per dozen.
COURONNE d’OR.—One of the finest late flowering white varieties. 65c each; $6.00 per dozen.
EDULIS SUPERBA.—This is the famous Decoration Day Peony. Color, a beautifull bright clear pink with silvery reflex. To those who want flowers on Decoration Day, buy Edulis Superba. 50c each; $4.50 per dozen.
FELIX CROUSSE.—Large, ball-shaped bloom; very briliant red. One of the finest self-colored varieties. ..65¢ each; $6.00 per dozen.
FESTIVA MAXIMA.—This truly superb variety, the finest white in cultivation, combine wonderful purity of color, freedom and earliness of flower. 55c¢ each; $5.00 per dozen.
LA TULIPE.—Very large globular flesh-pink shading to ivory-white, center petals tipped with carmine. One of
best. A vigorous grower and free bloomer. 65c each; $6.00 per dozen.
MADAME FOREL.—An extra fine silvery-pink, shading darker at the center. A beautiful shaped flower. 80c each $7.50 per dozen.
' 4 ' MADAME CALOT.—Large pale hydrangen pink, with '
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darker shadings in the center; early. 55c each; $4.00 per n.
MIXED NAMED PEONIES (Separate Colors).—Double white, double red, double pink and double mixed colors. Price: 45c each; $4.00 per dozen, Postpa‘d.
If above, are ordered by express at purchaser’s expense, deduct 5c each and 50c per dozen.
Felix Crousse
HARDY PHLOX
Phlox are a garden in themselves. There is nothing quite equal to them in all-around good qualities. Formerly, they consisted of white and a few dull shades of pink and purple, but not so now. There are varieties of the most vivid crimson, the clearest and softest shades of pink, clear mauves and purples and snowy white. Phlox succeeded in almost any soil and position, and flower through a long season; and while they will continue in good condition and flower freely for many years without attention, vet they respond quickly to and are improved by liberal cultivation. They should be planted in October or November or in very early snring.
_B. COMPTE.—A glowing French purple, one of the finest dark colored varieties.
r ected os ee rosy-magenta, with large lighter alo.
HENRY MARCEL.—Pure red, with bright salmon shadings.
MRS. JENKINS.—The best white variety; immense panicles; early and free bloomer.
. P. STRUTHERS.—Rose carmine, with scarlet red eye; very bright.
SELMA.—A pretty delicate, soft pale rose with distinct red eye.
Price: Any of the above, 30c each; $2.50 per dozen, Postpaid.
WE SUPPLY SIX AT DOZEN RATES. Attractive Border of Hardy Phlox TWENTY-FIVE AT HUNDRED RATES.
LIBERTY IRIS
rf Flag Iris are all sun-lovers and delight in a well-drained situation. They almost out-rival the Orchid, in delicacy and richness or coloring. They are splendid for beds, border or front of shrubery. Plant in bold groups for best effects. Avoid planting too deep, barely covering the rhizomes (creeping root stems) being sufficient.
ALL COLORS MIXED—This is the Trial Graunds mixture of choice varieties grown for test purposes. All very excellent types. You will be pleased with this mixture. 20c each; $2.00 per dozen, Postpaid.
68 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
HARDY ORNAMENTAL CLIMBING PLANTS
Your home, outbuildings, fences and trunks of old trees can be made very attractive by the use of hardy vines. Such permanent improvements add greatly to the value of your property, and the value increases from year to year. We furnish strong two year old field grown plants at prices given below.
Boston Ivy—Mayor Williams residence, Centerville, Utah.
AMPELOPSIS ENGELMANII
New Virginia Creeper—A new variety of American Ivy
which has long been desired. It has shorter joints and very much smaller and thicker foliage. It also is better equipped with tendrils, by which it will climb walls of stone or brick as closely as the Boston Ivy. This variety has proved itself perfectly hardy. Will grow in almost any soil and with- stand drought and heat well. Each 55c.
AMERICAN IVY
Virginia Creeper or Woodbine (Ampelopsis Quinguefolia) —A strong, rapid grower; foliage large, dark green; in autumn, bronze and crimson. This is an old favorite and valubale for covering back porches, outbuildings, arbors, etc. Perfecly hardy everywhere, and will grow in any soil and situations. Each 50c.
BOSTON or JAPAN IVY
AMPELOPSIS VEITCHI—One of the finest climbers for covering walls, as it clings firmly to the smoothest surface, covering it evenly with overlapping leaves, which form a perfect mass of foliage. The color is fresh deep green in summer, changing to bright shades of crimson and yellow in autumn. The handsomest vine possibe fro growing on house walls, especally the foundation and the first story, around the doors and windows. When once established it
is hardy. Each 75c.
BIGNONIA RADICANS
TRUMPET VINE—Dark red-orange throat; free bloom- ing, very hardy and rapid grower. Useful for covering un- sightly places, stumps, or wherever a showy flowering vine is desired, it will be found useful. Each 60c.
CELASTRUS SCANDENS
Climbing Bitter Sweet—A native climbing or twining plant, with handosme large leaves; yellow flowers in May and June and clusters of ornamental orange-capsuled fruit in autumn. One of the most desirable climbers for shade. Each 60c.
MATRIMONY VINE (Lycium)
Well known, hardy, fast-growing vine; handsome when covered with scarlet fruit in autumn. Commonly used as a trailer, and for a ground cover under trees, and on terraces or any kind of steep slopes to hold the soil in place. Each 60c.
We recommend express shipments on above, each for postage. Where The “Each” Price Is
35c We supply ten for . $3.00
40c We supply ten for . 3.50 45c We supply ten for . 4.00 50c We supply ten for .... 4.50
wherever possible.
If by mail, add 5e each for postage.
CLEMATIS
PANICULATA (Virgin’s Bower)—This is hardy in all : parts of the United States. The blossoms are pure white, , very fragrant, and borne in great clusters or bunches, covering the plant almost completely, enough to hide the glossy, rich green foliage. Each 50c.
JACKMANII—This is the best of all large flowering varieties. Color, a deep violet purple. A strong rampant grower, succeeding well in all localities. Each 75c.
HONEYSUCKLES
We cannot speak too highly of this class for covering arbors, fences, pergolas, verandas, ete. All are perfectly hardy and improve in beauty each year.
JAPONICA HALLEANA (Hall’s Japanese) — Almost evergreen sort; flowers pure white, changing to yellow July to November. Each 55c.
JAPONICA FLEXUOSA (Chinese Twining).—Remark- able on account of retaining its beautiful, glossy foliage most all winter, and covered with sweet, yellowish-white flowers most all summer. Each 55c.
HOP VINE
Humulus Lupulus—A useful climber for covering un- sightly places. Each 40c. ;
IVY (English)
Valuable for covering graves.
Each 40c KUDZU VINE
Pueraria Thumbergiana or Jack-and-the-Bean-Stalk—The most remarkable climber extant. In rich soil will grow seventy feet in one season. Starts into growth slowly, but after three or four weeks grows almost beyond belief. Leaves in shape like Lima Bean; dark green; texture, soft | and woolly. Fine for porches, arbors, old trees, etc. Each 45c.
Grows well in shade,
Chinese Wistaria (on Porch).
WISTARIA
Chinese Wistaria (Wistaria Chinesis).—A rapid-growing tall vine with handsome foliage and flowers. Flowers pea-shaped, purplish, profusely borne in dense, droopin clusters 7 to 12 inches long, Sneniny in ‘midspring. Each 50c. Chinese White Wistaria (W. Var. Alba).—A form of above with pure white flowers. Each 65c.
In selecting your Climbers, don’t over- look our splendid collection of Hardy Climbing Roses. See Page 64.
If it is necessary to send parcel post, add 5c
Where The “Each” Price Is 55c We supply ten for 60c We supply ten for .. 65c We supply ten for .. 70c We supply ten for .. 75c We supply ten for
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 69
Althea (Hib Syriacus) Golden Bells (Forsythia Fortunei) Hydarangea (Paniculata Grandiflora)
HARDY ORNAMENTAL AND FLOWERING SHRUBS
There is nothing which so quickly, and for so little cost, add so much to the beauty, cheerfulness and home-like
appearance of a place as an assortment of hardy shrubs, They are permanent improvements which increase in size value and beauty, year after year. the variety, some making higher growth than others.
If to be shipped by Parcel Post, add 15¢ each for postage. Plants reach customers in better condition when shipped by express.
shipping. wherever possible.
(A) denotes shrubs which attain 9 to 12 feet in height at maturity. (C) denotes shrubs which attain 1 to 4 feet in height at maturity.
in height at maturity.
ALTHEA (ROSE OF SHARON). (A)—A free- flowering shrub of easy culture and very desirable on account of blooming in August and September. Flowers resemble a double hollyhock. Double Pink, Red or White, 50c each.
BERBERIS THUNBERGII (Japanese Barberry) (B)—A most beautiful shrub adapted for hedges border, screens or general purposes. The growth is very compact and needs no attention with the shears, though, if desired it is as susceptable to formal prun- ing as Privet on Boxwood. Its dainty fern-like foliage in the spring and summer is a rich green changing in the autumn to brilliant scarlet and gold. Following the close set, white flowers are the scarlet oval berries which are borne into the winter. Two-year, 12 to 18 inch shrubs, 25c each; $2.00 ner 10; $15.00 per 100.
CARAGANA SIBERICA (Siberian Pea Tree). (A)— Most beautiful of all the flowering crabs; hardy. Trees of medium size, are covered in early spring with large, beautiful, double, fragrant flowers of a delicate pink. This is the lawn tree for a small yard. 65 each.
CRANBERRY (Highbush). (B)—Hardy as a rock and most desirable, combining the ornamental with the useful. The blossoms are white, single and very showy and its beautiful fruit clings to the branches in winter, making it very desirable for single specimen or for the shrubery. 60c each.
CYDONIA (Japan Quince). (B) Japonica—A single shrub on the lawn is very attractive; brilliant crimson flowers, among the first in spring. Valuable ornamental hedges. 50c each.
DEUTZIA. (B)—Hardihood, fine habit luxuriant foliage and profusion of attractive flowers render this among the most beautiful and most popular of flowering shrubs. Flowers in June and through July and August. Double Pink, 50c each; Double White, 50 each.
FLOWERING ALMOND (Amyedalus). (B)—One of the early blooming shrubs, producing handsome little flowers in great profusion. It is one of the most beautiful little shrubs we have. Double Red, 50c each; Double White, 50c each.
Our price is for strong, healthy, field grown shrubs, two to four feet high, depending on
Each specimen will be properly labeled and packed for We strongly advise express shipments
(B) denotes shrubs which attain 5 to 8 feet
Upright Tartarian Honeysuckle
FORSYTHIA (Fortuneii ) (Golden Bell)
This is a pretty shrub of medium size. Native of China and Japan. The flowers are drooping, golden yellow, and appear very early in spring before the leaves. The best very early flowering shrub. Each 60c.
GOLDEN LEAVED ELDER—The best of all the colored shrubsshrubs. <A plant of this bush in a bed, or a border on the lawn is a conspicuous feature, the foliage being as yellow as gold. 55c each.
HONEYSUCKLE UPRIGHT TARTARIAN (Lonicera Tartarica) .(B)—The best known of all the Bush Honey- suckles and in our estimation the finest variety of all. Grows with upright, somewhat spreading, branches and bright green foliage. The flowers are borne freely in May and June, followed by showy red berries, which cling to the bush for several weeks. White, 50c each; Pink, 50c each.; Red 50c each.
70 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT
LAKE CITY, UTAH
HARDY SHRUBS (CONTINUED)
Lilae (Syringa)
HYDRANGEA (Paniculata Grandiflora)
Unsurpassed for the lawn, a hedge, or for the cemetery planting; hardy in all localities, needs no protection in winter; blooms the first and every season in July and August and continues in bloom for two or three months; the flowers are massive, cone-shaped, sometimes ten inches in length, and changing from the original pure white to pink, and finally to a beautiful rich coppery red. Each 70c.
LILACS (True Syringa)
Alba Grandiflora—F lowers pure white and very fragrant. 60c. each.
Charles X—A strong, rapid-growing variety, with large, shining leaves; trusses large, of a reddish purple color. Each 75c.
Persian Purple—Flowers are deep purrle and _ their familiar fragrance is loved by all. Easy culture and grow in any soil. Each 60c.
PRIVET FOR HEDGES
Of all shrubs planted for hedges, none can equal this. Extremely hardy, very easy to grow, and makes a splendid green foliage. Always free from insects. Thousands of these beautiful hedges are planted annually. As well as being the cheapest. Privet is the prettiest hedge that can be had. Strong two year old shrubs at 75c per 10; $5.00 per at. Strong two year old shrubs at $1.00 per 10; $6.50 per
SNOWBALL (Viburnum Japanese Plicatum)—A valuable improvement on the common Snowball; the flowers are smaller, more numerous, frequently as many as twenty balls on a stem; 18 inches
long. Each 75c. Common (Sterilis)—Too well known to need description. Each 55c.
SPIREA Thunbergii—A graceful bush, beautiful at all seasons, with innumerable small white flowers. The tiny leaves turn to a brilliant orange-scarlet in the autumn. Each 50c.
Van Houti (Bridal Wreath).—Pure white flowers in clusters or panicles an inch in diameter. Each 50c. SYMPHORICARPUS
The Coral Berry, Indian Currant and Snowberry
Small native shrubs much used in shaded places and in open masses. Grow in almost any soil; quite hardy; very ornamental, when covered with berries.
Racemosus (Snowberry) (B)—A graceful shrub, 8to 5 feet tall with slender branches Flowers white or pinkish, in loose racemes, in summer. Two to three feet bushy 50c.
Vulgaris (Coral-Berry or Indian Currant) (B)—A grand shrub, producing a wealth of red or purplish berries which remain on the branches all winter. Leaves ovate, bright green. Two to three feet, bushy 50c.
TAMARIX Amurense—Shrub of strong but slender, upright growth, clothed in foliage as light and feathery as that of the asparagus. Their delicate fringed flowers of pink, are very orna- mental at the back of shrubbery borders. Flowers all sum- mer. Price: 50c each.
Transportation charges on all shrubs to be paid by the purchaser.
Weigelia Rosed
Snowball
SYRINGA OR MOCK ORANGE
(Philadelphus Coranarius)
Ths is a grand old favorite shrub. It is prized very highly for its beautiful foliage and white flowers. Very fragrant, resembling somewhat apple blossoms. Each 50c.
WEIGELIAS (Diervilla)
These shrubs bloom after the lilacs, in June and July. They make a strong growth, erect when young, gradually spreading and drooping into large graceful shape with age. Their large flowers are of wide trumpet-shape, colors from white to red, and borne in clusters thickly along the branches.
Candida—White flowering Weigelia, flowering throughout the summer; 2 to 8 feet. Each 50c.
Eva Rathke—A charming new Weigelia liant crimson; flowering throughout the summer. of all Weigelias; 2 to 3 feet. Each 75c.
Rosea—A beautiful shrub with rose colored flowers in May and June; 2 to 3 feet. Each 50c.
Flowers bril- The best
Privet Hedges and Archway
If necessary to ship Parcel
Post, add 15c each, for postage. We strongly recommend shipment by Express where ‘possible.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A.
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USEFUL INFORMATION ON SHRUBS, VINES AND TREES
*Bloom Period and Common Name APRIL—
Flowering Almond Golden Bell Japan Quince
Japanese or Thunberg’s Barberry
Spirea, Thunbergii MAY—
Mock Orange (Syringa) Snowball
Lilac, White and Purple Spirea Van Houtii Flowering Currant Siberian Pea Tree Flowering Plum JUNE—
Weigelia
Lilae
Golden Elder
Bush Honeysuckle Deutzia
JULY—
Wegelia
Snowberry
Coralberry Tamarix-Amurense AUGUST—
Tamarix Amurense Althea (Rose of Sharon) Hydrangea SEPTEMBER—
High Bush Cranberry Privet
Color
White, Pink Yellow
Red
Yellow White
White
Yellow
White and Purple White
Red or Yellow Yellow
Pink
Red, White, Pink White, Purple Yellow, Orange Pink, White White
Red, White, Pink Pink flower
Pink flower
Pink
Pink White, Red, Purple White
Character Height Habit Double Si ptor (GO. ft Spreading Single b to 8) ft Weeping Single Aton by fe Dense Single 2 terme Lbs Dense Double Seow pO ft: Bushy Single 5 to 10 ft Uprigt Spherical S$ to 8 it Spreading Single 4 to 8 ft Branching Double AS toe'G ct Upright Small Story 6) Bho. Bushy Single Bi tol2. ft. Upright Double 4 tor ft: Branching Single a tor & ft: Arching Large A ten: «it. Branching Flat A toneS.) rote Shrubby Clusters 8) toned ft. Branching Clusters Zeon! | tte Branching Single Se tom One Lee Arching White berries Zi toy pope tte Spreading Red berries 2) to” bitte Spreading Fringe 6 8 ft. Spreading Fringe 6) Sto) Sr its Spreading Single 4 *to) (6G) eft: Spreading Large panical 4 to 8 ft. Spreading Red _ berries 8° to) 10) ft: Spreading Foliage and berries 5 to 10 ft. Dense
*The bloom period is simply approximated for the Mountain States and the month named when flowers first appear. Many varieties continue in bloom for periods in the months following:
SHRUBS HAVING ATTRACTIVE BERRIES
Japanese Barberry Coral Berry
Elders
Bush Honeysuckles
Indan Currant Japan Quince Snowberries Cranberry High Bush
SHRUBS FOR SHADY PLACES
Japanese Barberry Deutzias Dogwoods
Indian Currant Privet Snowberres
SHRUBS FOR WET PLACES
Dogwoods Elders
SHRUBS FOR HEDGES
Bush Honeysuckle Lilacs
Hydarangea Grandiflora Privet Japan Barberry
Japan Quince
CLASSIFICATION OF ORNAMENTAL TREES
Tamarix
Spraea Van Houttei
TREES SUITABLE FOR STREET AND AVENUE PLANTING
Ash—Both American and Maple—Ash Leaved Box
European Elder, Norway, Silver, Catalpa—Speciosa Sugar, Sycamore, Schwed- Elm—American edleri Linden— American Oriental Plane Horse Chestnut Poplar—Carolina, Bolleana
TREES WITH COLORED FOLIAGE Maple Schwedlerii—(Purplish foliage). Prunus Pizzardi—(Flowering bloom) purple. Poplar Bolleana—Silvery underneath leaves.
FLOWERING TREES Horse Chestnut Linden Flowering Crabs Catalpa Speciosa Flowering Plums
TREES FOR LAWN OR YARD
Catalpa Bungeii Mountain Ash Cut-Leaved Birch Mulberry-Teas Weeping
Camperdown Weeping Elm Willow Weeping
P.-W.’s Mountain Grown Seeds and Trees Are Hardier
HARDY CLIMBERS FOR SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Climbers for Hot Sunny Situ-
ations and Southern Aspect— Bignonia Radicans, Clem- atis Paniculata, suckles, Roses.
Climbers for Shady Places — Celastrus Bittersweet, Ap- ios Tuberosa, Hop Vine,
Honeysuckle, English Ivy
Honey-
Climbers for North Aspects— Climbers for Eastern or West-
Clematis Jackmanii, Am- ern Aspects — Ampelopsis
Engelmanni, Cinnamon
CEG OS Vine, Matrimony Vine, Climbing Roses.
pelopsis Veitchii Ivy), English Ivy.
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ORNAMENTAL TREES
A city street is not attractive unless softened by the foliage and branches of trees. They shelter the home from excessive heat and dust, add charm to the finest buildings and hide the untidy and unsightly places There is noth- ing that adorns a city more than fine shade trees, and the effect is much better when only one kind of a tree is planted on the same street, or, at least, on the same block.
Get your neighbors to co-operate, agree upon suitable tree, then plant trees uniform size at equal distances apart on the whole block, and you will enchance the value of your property and have a street that lends contentment and re- finement to every home.
The following list of deciduous trees (those that lose their leaves in autumn) embraces a selection for all purposes. For street planting, among the leaders for the Rocky Mountain States are Bolleana Poplar, Oriental Plane, Linden, Catalpa, Maples and others; while for lawn and park planting this varied list covers trees of every characteristic in outline and habit, color of foliage and floral diversity.
Prices are for different sized trees, all f. 0. b. our Nurseries or Salt Lake City, and in all eases good value will be given, according to price charged. Ten per cent discount on orders of 5 trees or more of one variety and size. Special prices made on lots of 100 up.
ASH (Fraxinus)
American White (Fraxinus Americana)—A rapid growing native tree of fine symetrical outline. A valuable street or park tree. Timber is largely used in the manufacture of agricultural implements, railway cars, etc. Price, 6-8 ft., $1.00 each; 10-12 ft., $1.50.
Excelsior—European Ash. A lofty tree of rapid growth, with spreading head and gray bark, pinnate leaves and black buds; 8-10 feet. Each, $1.50.
BIRCH (Betula) Cut Leaved Weeping (Pendula Lacinata)—This tree is indeed a picture of delicacy and grace. Makes a large tree, very effective in landscapes. Price: 6-8 ft., $1.75.
CATALPA Bungei (Umbrella Tree)—These beautiful globe-shaped tops being grafted high
on clean straight stems form one of the most valuable trees for landscape design- ing ,especially for formal effects. Fine 2-year old heads, $2.00 each.
Speciosa (Western Catalpa)—One of the most rapid growers, producing large panicles of fragrant flowers, delicately marked with violet and yellow. Reliable, hardy and extensively planted. Six to eight ft., $1.00 each; 10-12 ft., $1.50 each.
ELM (Ulmus)
American Elm—Tall and stately with a graceful, widespdeading form (vase- like), densely covered with a rich, bright green foliage. It stands alone as an ornamental shade tree. The hardiest and most vigorous of all trees. Six to eight ft. $1.00; 10-12 ft., $2.00.
CAMPERDOWN WEEPING ELM
Its vigorous, irregular branches, which have a uniform weeping habit, overlap so regularly that a compact, roof-like head is formed. Leaves are large, glossy dark green. A strong, vigorous grower. One of the best weeping trees. One-year heads, $2.25.
HORSE CHESTNUT European (Aesculus Hippocastanum) Showy foliage; white flowers in upright panicles. Six to eight ft., $2.00.
LINDEN, Amercan (Tila Americana)
Basswood. Shapely trees, with large, handsome foliage. Flowers creamy-white and very fragrant. Six to eight feet, $1.75.
MOUNTAIN ASH (Sorbus)
These very ornamental trees all have handsome foliage turning orange-red in the fall. The scarlet fruits often remain on the ranches all winter.
European (S. Aucuparia)—White flowers followed by brilliant red berries. Six to eight feet, $1.50.
CRAB (Bechtels Double Flowering)
Most beautiful of all the flowering Crabs; hardy. Trees of medium size are covered in early spring with large, beautiful double, fragrant flowers, resembling small roses of a delicate pink. This is the ideal tree for a small yard. Two to three ft., $1.00 each.
MULBERRY (Teas Weeping)
The most beautiful weeping tree of recent introduction. The slender branches grow downward parallel with the stem, forming an umbrella-like shape. All who have seen it agree that in light, airy gracefulness and delicacy of form, it is with- out a rival. It undoubtedly takes the foremost place of weeping willow trees. It has beautiful foliage, is hardy, enduring the cold of the north and the heat of the south. One-year heads, $2.50.
We quote on the sizes. most generally used. If trees are desired of larger sizes than quoted, please write us for Special Quotations, also Quantity Prices.
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scarlet. Six to eight ft., $1.75 each.
Six to eight ft., $1.25 each.
each, Carolina Poplar—Of rapid growth.
75c each.
useful to the general planter.
growing avenue tree; withstands Eight to ten feet, $1.00 each; 10-12 fee, $1.50 each.
Silver Maple (Dasycarpum).—A spreading branches and grower, makes dense shade and thrives in any soil. to ten feet, $1.00 each.
Norway Maples (Platanoids).—A large handsome tree, of spreading rounded form, Usually very symmetrical.
drooping
PLANE (Platanus)
Oriental Plane or European Sycamore—One of the finest trees for street or lawn, with fine, straight trunk, handsome symetrical head and beautiful foliage.
POPLAR
As a class the Poplars are vigorous, cost little and grow quickly.
Bolleana—A tall columnar tree of picturesque and very formal aspect. planted; a very rapid growing and hardy tree. serrate, glossy green above and silevry beneath. park planting. Six to eight ft., $1.00 each; 8-10 ft., $1.25 each; 10-12 ft. $1.75
MAPLE (Acer)
Ash-Leayed or Box Elder (Acer Negundo).—A fine, rapid- both cold and drought.
with shiny,
Eight to ten feet, $2.00.
large tree with wide- branchlets.
Very fast
Eight
deep green foliage. Its compact habit and stout, vigorous growth render it one of the most desirable species for the street, park or lawn.
Schwedleri.—The Purple Norway Maple’s beautiful leaves attract attention at all seasons, but are especially fine in spring, when their gleaming
red and purple constrasts
flowers and later with wine-red fruits. Beautiful and hardy.
HARDY EVERGREENS
Evergreens include some of the most beautiful trees varieties may be selected which are adapted to almost any soil or climate. are giving attention to perfectly hardy species and varieties which are the most
brightly with the delicate green of other trees. summer they are purplish green in autumn, golden yellow. Six to eight feet, each $2.25.
SUGAR OR ROCK MAPLE
Straight, spreading, symmetrical, often 100 feet in height.
In mid-
It grows well in
Very desirable when quick wanted. Six to eight ft,, 75c each; 8-10 ft., $1.00 each; 10-12 ft., $1.50 each. FLOWERING PLUM (Prunus)
Purple-Leaved (Prunus Pissardi)—Handsome form, with rich purple leaves, which retain their color the best of all purple-leaved trees and recommended where colored foliage is desired. Covered profusely in early spring with beautiful white
shade
all except damp, soggy soils, and roots deeply, allowing the grass to grow close about its trunk. Its bold leaves have very rich autumn tints of clear-yellow and
Widely Leaves triangular, the borders One of the best for street or
is
Three to four ft.,
in cultivation and We
Bolleana Poplar To be successful, transplanting should be done during the spring, April or May.
COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE
This variety of spruce was found in the Rocky Mountains, and wherever planted has given the greatest satisfaction ,thriving well in all conditons of climate, proving entirely hardy, and is universally esteemed as the most beautiful of all Evergreens. It will make a very large tree, but the best specimens are grown from quite small trees from the nursery. Balled, 18 in. high, $3.00 each; balled, 18-24 in. high, $4.50 each.
ARBORVITAE
American Arborvitae—A very pretty, shapely tree of pyramidal form. It is a native of America and grows easily. The foliage is a fresh, vivid green, mel- lowing to a softer shade on the under side of leaf, turning in winter to a bronze. It makes a valuable plant forwinterdecorations to be kept in vases or tubs. Balled, 18-24 in., $1.25 each; 2-3 ft., $1.75 each.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RED CEDAR
Of vigorous growth, pyramidal form; dense foliage, evry thick on upper side of the branches. Hardy and valuable. Balled, 18-24 in. high, $1.25; balled, 2-3 ft. high, $1.75.
IRISH JUNIPER
Forms dense, close, columnar tree, 15 to 20 feet in height. The branches ‘regular, very compact and densely covered with a rich, leep green foliage. A pretty little tree and very useful in formal work Succeeds best in well drained ‘soils. Balled, 18-24 in .high, $1.25; 2-3 ft. high, $1.75.
The above prices are by Freight or Express at purchasers expense. All are too large for Parcel Post. Ask for prices on large sizes and cuantities if interested.
Colorado
Blue
Spruce
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FRUIT TREES
At our Centerville Nurseries, we have a particularly fine lot of strong, healthy fruit trees. This stock has been selected and critically grown to meet the requirements of orchardists planting for eastern or local markets. We be- lieve, also those of our patrons who are planting a small orchard for home use will find sufficient variety to amply fill every want in the fruit line.
Certificate of Insnection, showing freedom of our stock from San Jose scale and other injurious insects and diseases, will be attached to all shinments.
GUARANTEE OF GENUINENESS Our Fruit Trees are all budded or grafted from bearing trees, and every care and precaution is excercised to have them true to name. With all our caution, mistakes are liable to be made; but we hold ourselves in readiness, on proper proof, to replace all trees and other stock that may prove un- true to label, free of charge, or refund the amount paid. It is mutually understood and agreed to between the purchaser and ouselves, however, that our guarantee of genuineness shall, in no case make us liable for any greater sum than that originally paid us for the trees, etc., which may prove
untrue. SIZE AND GRADE OF FRUIT TREES
“MAIL SIZE’’—Al]l stock offered under this classification will be delivered charges prepaid to your Express or Post Office at prices named. This grade includes strong, vigorous one-year buds and the smaller two-year stock which has been sorted from “Standard Size.’’ Please note the “Mail Size” are not ‘“‘culls,’’ but clean, healthy, vigorous trees of just size and height suited for Parcel Post shipment.
“STANDARD SIZE”—All trees in this classification are two-year-old, healthy, vigorous stock of good caliper and well branched. They are too large to send through the mail and should be forwarded by Freight or Express. Packing is free but transportaton charges are to be paid by the customer. The weight packed is 114 to 2 pounds per tree.
FULL DIRECTIONS FOR CARE AND PLANTING FREE WITH EACH ORDER
It is very easy to transplant trees successfully if these directions are followed:
With “Our Quality Trees” the most einexperienced men can set out orchards with the highest degree of success. Experience has taught us that 90 per cent of the trees that die do so because the persons who planted them did not have directions for transplanting to follow, or did not follow the ones they had. Were it possible for us to plant and care for the stock we send out we would willingly insure the growth of every tree and plant. These directions are invaluable to you, for, if followed, your trees, plants, etc., can be set out with the surety of a reasonable degree of success.
Utah English Walnut The Great Utility Tree, Both Fruit and Shade
UTAH ENGLISH WALNUT
The Very Shapely and Beautiful Shade Tree That Pays its Owner an Extra Dividend of $30.00 to $50.00 Annually, just for Good Measure. Hardy in any Section or Situation Where Apricots and Peaches can be Grown. No Home Orchard
or Grounds is Complete Without Some of These Trees. Before the Utah English Walnut was developed it was generally believed that the climate in most Western States
was too cold to even consider the culture of walnuts. Experience with this hardy type has proved that it can be grown in every section of the West suitable to apricots, cherries or peaches. From our observations of the wonderful results obtained by growers in the Salt Lake Valley as well as in colder sections, we have no hesitancy in recommending this tree for general cultivation wherever ‘‘stone fruits” can be grown. Not only does it make a shapely and beautiful ornamental shade tree, but in six or eight years from planting it produces nuts of good size and superior quality At the present price of nuts, single mature trees yield a crop worth thirty to fifty dollars annually.
Mailing Size (Two Year Stock): $1.35 each; $11.00 per 10, Charges Prepaid.
Standard Size (Three Year Stock) each $2.00; $17.50 per 10, Not Prepaid.
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APPLES
“The King of Fruits’—‘“An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away”
No other fruit succeeds over so wide a range of territory and under such diversified climatic conditions, and no other fru't brings so sure a return to the grower in proportion to time and money expended upon its production. With proper selection of varieties, location of soil ,and subsequent intelligent managment, there can be but little risk in planting the apple, which is now no longer a luxury but a staple article of food. The apple has few rivals among cultivated fruits Its mild and pleasant acid is a panacea for many of the ills that the human race is heir to. No fruit can be more pleasant to the palate or more beau- tiful to the eye than the rich, ripe apple when plucked from the tree, or more lucious and healthful when cooked.
Standard Size: 80c each; $7.00 per 10; $60.00 per 100. press or Freight Charges Not Prenaid.
Mail Size: 55c each; $4.50 per 10, Postpaid. on larger quantities.
See page 95 to determine the number of trees required for an acre.
Ex-
Write for prices
SUMMER VARIETIES
@®Red Astrachan—Fruit large; beautiful deep crimson over yellow. .Flesh white; crisp, puicy; quite acid; good quality; excellent for cooking. Ripens July and August.
Early "arvest—A very popular summer variety; good bearer; very medium size, nearly round; flavor good. July and August.
Maiden’s Blush—Medium size, flat quite smooth and fair; yale yollow with beautiful red cheek; tender, pleasant acid avor.
Yellow Transparent—One of the earliest apples; fruit medium large; smooth, transparent; skin clear white, turning pale yellow when ripe; good quality Succeeds well in thin soils and in cold climates. July.
Red June—Tree a fine grower and abundant bearer, continuing a long time in use. Fruit medium size, roundish, inclining ‘o oblate, greenish-yellow, striped, splashed and shaded with dll red Flesh white, tender, moderately juicy, rich, pleasant, sweet ;
A Thrifty Looking Field of Apple Trees at Our
very good flavor. June and July.
AUTUMN VARIETIES
Porter—Fruit medium; skin pale yellow; flesh crisp, tender, juicy, sharp acid; one of the best for drying. October.
®Gravenstein—Yellow red striped, very large. Tender,
¢risp, juicy, sub-acid. Tree vigorous and productive. One of the best. September. Twenty Ounce Pippin—A very large, showy, striped
apple of good quality; flesh coarse, but of pleasant flavor.
Wealthy—A variety highly valued for its extreme hardi- ness in the far north. Fruit medium, roundish, skin smooth, mostly covered with dark red; flesh white, quality juicy ; sub-acid; good bearer. Trees bear very young.
Wolf River—Originated in Wisconsin; handsome light yellow, with stripes and splashes of bright red. Flesh white ; quality fairly good; good cooker.
juicy pleasant flavor ;
CRAB APPLES
L-® Hyslop Crab—A very popular variety in the West on accoun tof its size, beauty and hardiness; fruit deep crimson, covered with blue bloom. Ripens September.
¥ Transcendent Crab—Tree remarkably vigorous and im-
mensely productive. Fruit large; skin yellow, striped with red Fruit especially fine for preserves and jellies, being of a pleasant, aromatic flavor. September.
Orchardists and everyone else in- terested in ridding their Orchards, Farms and Gardens of Insect Pests, will find something of remarkable
merit on Pages 95 and 95. Ask for Free Booklet on Control of Garden and Orchard Pests.
Centerville Nurseries
WINTER VARIETIES
~ Arkansas Black—Fruit large and rounding shape; color rich, dark red; flesh orange yellow; very hardy. Trees bear well, even-when young.
Bellefleur, Yellow—Large, oblong, yellow sometimes a blush in the sun; flesh firm, crisp, juicy, sub-acid; tree a good grower and very productive. October to January.
@® Delicious—Large, handsome shaped winter apple. A magnificent new and scarce variety of fine appearance and delightful flavor; brilliant red of large size, rather conical in form. Tree has good, strong habit of growth and excellent bearing qualities. Ripens late fall.
Gano—Seedling of Ben Davis Eetter flavor; more pro- ductive than its parent. Fruit good size, deep red; at- tractive; good keeper and shipper.
Grimes Golden Pippin—Very popular. Rich, golden-yel- low; flesh tender, juicy and rich. Tree hardy and vigor- ous, bearing young. November to December.
@® Jonathan—Probably the best apple in regard to flavor and quality ever grown in America. Fruit deep red, with yellow at both ends. A medium size; very productive and a young bearer Fruit keeps well until February; very profitable market sort. Excellent for family use.
“Mammoth Black Twig—Very large roundish; somewhat
flattened; darq red, slightly streaked; flesh firm yellow; a good keeper. _/Northwestern Greening—Extremely hardy; fruit large; green, becoming yellowish-zreen when ripe. Flesh yellow and fine grained. A very smooth and attractive apple; productive and reliable.
Rhode Island Greening—Large greenish-yellow, rich acid and tender and juicy.
McIntosh Red—Large, all red apple; flesh white; mild, sub-acid. Good keeper.
Rome Beauty—A very fine sort, of which large orchards are planted in the northwest. Fruit large, yellow with red; good quality and long keeper; fine market apple.
Wine Sap—An early bearer and very productive; medium round. Smooth, greenish-yellow, splashed and striped with red and purple; a great drouth resister; thriving on thin soils.
@® Winter Banana—Hardy; very productive; surpasses all in flavor; flesh golden-yellow; fine grained and juicy. Will bring quicker returns than any other apple.
Winter Pearmain—Fruit medium large; pale yellow; flesh yellow, juicy, tender; unsurpassed for family use; not always an annual.
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APRICOTS
Standard Size: 90c each; $8.00 per 10; $65.00 per 100, Not Prepaid. Mail Size: 55c each; 3 for _$1.50, Postpaid.
~ Alexander—Hardy Russian variety. Fruit slightly acid, but rich, good bearer. July 15. J. L. Budd—Another hardy Russian type. Large size, yellow with red cheek. Extremely hardy and productive. ® Moorgpark—Very large, yellowish-green; brownish- red on sunny side; marked with numerous specks and dots ; most popular variety for northwest states. The best
variety for no colder sections than the Salt Lake valley. Late June.
Royal—French origin; fruit medium, oval, slightly com-- pressed; flesh pale orange, with rich vinous flavor; very
desirable; excellent for canning and drying. June.
<©-® Superb—A hardy. seedling from Kansas. The best flavored, most productive hardy apricot yet produced. Medi-- um size, light salmon color.
CHERRIES
Standard Size: $1.00 each; $9.00 ner 10. Not Prepaid. Mail Size: 75c each; 3 for $2.00, Postpaid.
SWEET CHERRIES
Bing—Very large, dark brown—almost black; flesh firm, sweet, rich and delicious. One of the most profitable sorts. July.
@® Black Orb—Of recent introduction, and is an improvement on Black Tartarian in size, color, productiveness and flavor. Ripens in July.
Black Tartarian—Very large fruit of purplish-black color; flesh mild and sweet, of superb quality; immense bearer; very popular market sort. Ripens first of July. ®“Dals” Early Red—New. Very large, deep red. The first to reach the market; ripens here the last of May or first part of June. Delicious sweet flavor. Decidedly the best early variety for home or market. ¢— ® Lambert—Fruit of largest size and of fine quality; color deep, rich red; flesh firm and of fine flavor; a fine market variety. Mid- July.
-— Napoleon Biggareau—Very fine cherry of large size; pale yellow, becoming amber in the shade; richly dotted and spotted with deep red, and brighter red cheek; most popular, hardiest and best of sweet yellow sorts; ripens in June.
Slightly sub-acid; sweeter and much larger Color beauti-~
Reine Hortense—New. than May Duke, so we classify among Sweet Cherries. ful deep red. Ripens in August. ® Winsor—Fruit large; roundish oblong, very firm; good quality; heavy bearer; beautiful dark color, almost black. Very hardy, un- excelled for home or market use.
Yellow Spanish Bigarreau)—Fruit very large, heartshaped, pale yellow with bright red cheek when exposed to the sun. Flesh firm, juicy and delicious. Ripens late in June.
SOUR CHERRIES (May Duke—Fruit dark red; juicy and rich; almost sweet; one of the most dependable of the Duke class. Ripens in June. i-—Montmorency—Large red; very productive; 10 days later than Richmond. Late June to Early July.
_——Early Richmond—Medium, dark red; melting juicy, rich acid.
PEARS
Standard Size: 90c each; $8.00 per 10; Not Prepaid. Mail Size: 70c each; 3 for $1.85, Postpaid. @Parrish Favorite—New.
Black Orb
@®Bartlett—Fruit large; skin very thin; clear lemon yel- Beautiful large winter pear,
low with soft blush on sunny side; highly flavored; very
juicy. The best summer pear in existence. Ripens in September.
Beurre D’Anjou—A large, handsome pear; flesh but- tery and melting, with sprightly vinous flavor; tree a
vigorous grower and good bearer; one of the leading late autumn and early winter varieties.
Keiffer’s Hybrid—Tree a remarkable grower with so
vigorous constitution that it rarely, if ever, blights. Fruit Brings high price : Best when picked at lL Seckel—Very
of fine size, rich color and good quality. in competition with other varieties. maturity and house ripened. October and November.
ripening in November-December ; will keep until late spring in fine condition, retaining its deliciously captivating flavor. |
Always vigorous, never blights. Without qualification the best winter pear we know of to date.
<0 Flemish Beauty—Fruit large, beautiful; very sweet, rich and melting. Pale yellow, turning reddish-brown when ripe; especially recommended for north. Ripens in Sep- tember.
Clapp’s Favorite—A splendid summer pear, resembling |
Bartlett. Ripens in August. yellowish-brown pear
Ripens in September.
small, quality; tender, juicy, melting.
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QUINCE
Standard Size: $1.00 each, Not Prepaid.
t In quinces we have a very desirable fruit. It is used a great deal for preserves and canning, especially with other fruits. A small part of quince will impart the quince flavor to three or four times as many apples. Quince ‘syrup is very delicious, even excelling the finest maple syrup. The tree is easily transplanted and does well on any good soil on which corn grows well.
7 Orange (Apple Quince)—One of the largest quinces, yel- low, handsome, rich and aromatic, excellent flavor, a long ‘keeper. Always sells well and at highest prices. Tree ‘bears young and is very prolific. The most extensively ‘cultivated and one of the best and finest varieties.
PLUMS AND PRUNES
Standard Size: 90c each; $8.00 per 10, Not Prepaid. Mail Size: 75¢ each; $7.00 per 10, Postpaid.
Let us prove that Mountain Grown Trees are more vigorous.
Abundance—Fruit large; lemon yellow. Oldest and best
‘known Japanese variety. August.
—Pottawatamie—Quality excellent; an immense early an- nual bearer; fruit medium size; tree perfectly hardy; a strong, vigorous grower.
Red June—A great early market plum; large; deep vermillion-red, with beautiful bloom; very showy; flesh light lemon-yellow, firm, slightly sub-acid, delightful; half cilng, with small stone. Ripens early in August.
Burbank—A favorite Japanese Plum, ripening in Au- ‘gust. Large, round, mottled red and yellow; productive rand profitable. Tree hardy and vigorous. July.
Sepradshaw—Very large, oval; dark violet red; juicy, wsweet and good. A valuable market variety. August- ‘September.
/ ®Satsuma—A fine large plum; purplish-crimson; pit ex- ceedingly small, not very much larger than cherry stone. = ; Delicious flavor; popular variety in West. July. Peach—Very large; brownish-red; flesh pale yellow; “Yellow Egg—A very large and beautiful egg-shaped waluable for shipping. Early June. plum; a little coarse, but excellent for cooking. Late October.
“yf = : sf F : _ pamson—Medium dark blue; flesh amber; good for pre @lItalian-Fellemberg Prune—Large oval, tapered at both
as ends; dark purple; flesh greenish-yellow; separates freely / Lombard—Medium violet-red; good, juicy, hardy and from the stone; best for drying and market. Augut- ‘productive. August. September.
PEACHES
Standard Size: 90c each; $7.50 ner 10, Not Prepaid. Mail Size: 70c each; $6.50 ver 10, Postpaid.
Baecander—tandsome and regular in form, with deep maroon de, covered with richest tint of crimson; rich and good in quality. Should remain on tree until fully ripe, which is about July 4th.
Micrawford’s Early—Freestone. This beautiful yellow peach is highly esteemed for market purposes Large orchards of same ‘being planted, especially in the Pacific States. Fruit very large, oblong, yellow with fine red cheek. Flesh yellow, juicy, sweet fand productive. August.
Crawford’s Late—Freestone Resembles the Early Crawford ‘im color, quality and productiveness. Ripens in September.
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‘®Elberta—A leading market variety that thrives and produces well in all peach growing districts. Fruit is large, handsome, ‘bright yellow overspread with crimson; juicy; good; fine shipper,
‘as it can be gathered while hard, and will ripen without rotting. -Preestone.
Elberta Peach
Orange Cling—Very large; yellow with dark crimson ®Early Canada—Follows Alexander and resembles same
heek ; flesh golden-yellow; a heavy and regular bearer. | eath Cling—Large oblong, creamy white, rich and a: valuable canning peach. . y Flower—The earliest peach on the market; a week earlier than Alexander; good size; fine color, red all over; flavor excellent. arman—Resembles Elberta in shape; color creamy white or pale yellow, with deep blush; promises to stand it head for long distance shipping. Freestone. Ripening August to September.
in color, shape and size.
Color De-
- Red Bird Cling—The earliest of the large clings. creamy-white, overspread with bright, glowing red. licious flavor.
@®Dal’s Cling—New. Extremely desirable for canning, sweet pickles or preserves. Large, handsome, deep red of rich, luscious flavor. No home orchard would be complete without it.
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CHOICE SELECTION OF SMALL FRUITS
Nothing in fruit growing at the present time is attracting more attention than berry growing. Under suitable con-
ditions as to soil, proximity to market or shipping point, there is nothing more profitable.
Our local markets, even in
small towns, are never overstocked and will take everything offered at remunerative prices.
GRAPES
Price of all varieties listed, 2-year old stock, each 50c; per 10, $4.00; per 100, $25.00 charges prepaid.
Agawam—One of the best red varieties; tender, sweet. August.
Campbell’s Early (King of All American Grapes)—Large, nearly round, often an inch or more in diameter; black, with light purple bloom; skin thin; flavor rich and sweet.
Brighton—Dark Red, bunches large; medium size; skin thin, flesh tender, quality the best. Must be grown with other sorts, as it does not pollenize itself.
large, pulp
Catawba—Red; well known as wine grape.
An old stand-by. Delaware—Small round; skin thin, light red; very juicy.
Y Niagra—Light greenish-white;
thin, tough; sweet to center.
@® Concord—Well known; deep purple.
semi-transparent;
(® Moore’s Early—Bunch medium; berry large, round, black,
ez Worden—Black, handsome, compact bunch; rigens early.
BLACKBERRIES
Price: 25c each; $2.00 per 10;
Early Harvest—Berries uniform, glossy black; very early. Dewberry; Lucretia (or Creeping Blackberry) —Conceeded to be the finest of its class, as early as Early Harvest. Fruit very large; superb quality. CURRANTS Large 2-year old roots 50c each; 10 for $4.00; $25.00 per 100, Charges Prepaid.
Fay’s Prolific—Fruit large, bright red and of good flavor, Jess acid than the old ‘‘Red Cherry,’’ which it has super- seded. In every way as superior variety.
Utah Black (Native)—Black, rich, fine for jellies and
Price:
wine. Productive and vigorous. GOOSEBERRIES Price: 2-year-old strong plants, 50c each; $4.00 per 10,
Charges Prepaid.
$15.00 per 100, Charges Prepaid. Snyder—Hardy, vigorous, productive; very sweet, juicy and of fine flavor. _-Ward—Exceptionally sweet and melting, being without core; an enormous yielder.
RASPBERRIES Price: 25c each; $1.75 per 10; $12.50 per 100, Charges Prepaid.
medium in size,
|_~ Cathbert—A strong growing hardy variety; berries very large, firm; flavor is sweet, rich and luscious The best late red raspberry.
London—The large berries are of a beautiful, rich, dark erimson color. of fine flavor and excellent quality.
Houghton—Vigorous grower; branches rather slender ; | / ®Gregg—Best tfor evaporating of any variety, as it is said
very productive; not subject to mildew. Fruit of medium size; skin smooth, pale red; flesh tender and good.
Smith’s Improved—It is the best red gooseberry existence; has good foliage; mildew proof; yields well.
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Superb Everbearing Strawberries
to give more pounds to the bushel than any other kind. A good all-around black-cap. Gregg will not disappoint you. Well and favorably known in every fruit distri:t.
STRAWBERRIES
All our plants are put up uniformly in bunches of 25 plants. The number ordered always should be for 25, 50, 75, 100 plants, and so on up to whatever number you de- sire. Plants will be in bunches of 25 whether you order 100 or 100,000.
Write for quantity prices.
NEW EVERBEARING
Everbearing Strawberries, that yield fruit continuously from May or June until frost, have been known for a long time, but it is only recently that varieties of value have been produced. Reports from various parts of the country agree that they are as practical croppers as many of the standard summer berries, and coming out of ordinary
ee bring very profitable prices for market. @®SUPERB—tThe best and most profitable of the Ever- bearing sorts; yields good crops in June, on the same plants that produced fruit the previous fall. Plants are strong and stand the winter well after producing a heavy crop of fruit from about August 15 until November 15, according to season. Fruit is very large, round, rich, dark colored, glossy, attractive and smooth. Each berry is of good shape and ripens all over at once. Price: 25 plants, $1.50; 50 plants, $2.50; 100 plants $4.00, Charges Prepaid.
STANDARD SORTS
Clyde—Early. The most productive variety yet intro- duced. Immense size. The berries are large, bright scarlet color with pink flesh of mild and pleasant flavor.
Marshall—Midseason. As a large berry for home use it is peerless. The color is a rich, glossy crimson that everyone admires ; the quality is far above the average.
Price: 25 plants $1.00; 50 plants, $1.50; 100 plants, $2.50, Charges Prepaid.
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POULTRY AND STOCK SUPPLIES
CASH MUST ACCOMPANY ORDER
All goods delivered F. O. B. Salt Lake City, without extra charge. If wanted by mail please refer to Page 2 to ascertain cost by Parcel Post to your postoffice and remit accordingly. When- ever possible we publish the exact weight of each article packed for shipment, so that express, freight or postal charges may be easily determined.
Poultry Keeping Cuts the “Hi-Cost”’
It pays ont only in dollars and cents, but because its possession insures an abundant and regular supply of eggs and table fowls of the highest quality that otherwise could not be secured at all, or only at prohibitive prices.
Even where all the feed for the fowls is purchased, the cost of producing eggs in the back-yard flock is remarkably low. The average family has a great deal of expensive poultry feed in the form of table scraps and waste products.
The back-yard flock is of special value in this particular if the fowls and eggs are produced largely by the use of feed that would otherwise be wasted, a double service is rendered.
Cheapest and Best for the Home Table
Eggs form one of the most palatable and nutritious of foods and can be economically substituted for meat, even at ‘comparatively high prices. Back-yard poultry keepers find that with a low-cost supply of eggs always at hand they are able to reduce purchase of meat to a small percentage of what they found it necessary to use before beginning to keep fowls, in many cases limiting their visits to the butcher’s shop to once a week, and doing so without any inconvenience. In addition to the use of eggs as a meat dish, prepared in the great variety of appetizing ways known to all good cooks, ‘there is practically no limit to the extent to which eggs can be used in cooking, and in the preparation of various palatable ‘and inexpensive dishes.
No Excuse for Failure
Any average industrious person who is willing to foll-w directions and profit by the experience of recognized au- thorities on poultry raising, can’t help but succeed.
In making this statement, we do not overlook the advantages of experience. As the poultry keeper becomes familiar ‘with his fowls and their requirements he can expect to be increasingly successful. Many things in connection with the ‘work can only be learned through experience. But the fact remains that a reasonable measure of success from the start is assured to those who give their fowls a fair chance.
For the Assistance of the Beginner We recommend the careful reading of the books listed below. Although the war is over, high prices are still with us, ‘and perhaps will be for some time to come. Now is the time to begin operations. The ‘‘Lee Library” will be sent free ‘upon request and the other ‘‘set’’ can be secured as indicated:
BOOK OFFER No. 1
{Do Not Fail to Get the Two Great De re FEEDING” and “BACK LOT POULTRY
A copy of each mailed to your address postpaid for 75c. Or we will send them with our compliments free of all charges ‘with your first order of Poultry Supplies amounting to $10.00 or over. Just mention Special Book Offer No. 1.
BOOK OFFER No. 2
LEE’S POULTRY LIBRARY of five books describes all of the Lee products and tells you how to handle chickens in the easiest, most effective and profitable ways; how to diagnose instantly their troubles before they really show sickness, how to see and understand the watery eye, the dirty beak, discolored comb, condition of the droppings, ete. Geo. Engelson, Brooklyn, N. Y., says: “The best I ever saw, because so much real information and so few ads.” Jackson Bennett, Lib- ertyville, Ill., says: “Been in the poultry game for years but there are profit pointers in your books I never dreamed of.” 'This Poultry Library (Five Books) is free. Ask for Special Book Offer No. 2.
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LATCHFORD’S Milk Mash is the favored
starting and growing feed of the most prominent poultry-raisers in the country. It contains all the feeds and nutriment chicks need vight from the start. It shields them from white diarrhea, bowel trouble and leg sg weakness. IN ees
This mash is neither a tonic nor a medicine but a nutritious, whole- some, palatable body-builder. It pro- motes health, vitality and growth by building up sturdy, disease-resistant frames.
It does not force, but, by supplying Z Py proper nourishment to each and every a part of the body, it promotes steady ‘
and complete development in the short- est possible time.
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Blatchford’s Milk Mash contains no screenings, hulls or cheap by-products from the manufacture of breakfast foods, cereal foods or scratch grains. It carries chicks all the way—starts, grows and matures — without change of feed.
This is the safest, the most economical and best starting feed on the market. Use it. The ideal supplement for the first few days to P.-W.’s CHICK MANNA.
Price: 25-lb. bag, $2.00; 100-Ib. bag, $7.75, Not Prepaid.
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P.-W.’s CHICK MANNA
Conceeded by all users to be the Leading Balanced Ration of Pure Grains, Seeds, etc., on the market today. ..It is truly “Health Insurance” to the Baby Chicks.
user as follows:
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day to six weeks.
always ready.
fed every few hours.
the time.
few days.
ALFALFA MEAL
This great food product comes nearest to a natural perfect balanced ration of any grain or vegetable obtain- able. This meal readily mixes with any kind of mash or ground feed and can be fed to young chicks as well as older birds. It adds greatly to the luster and plumage of poultry and keeps them healthy and vigorous all winter when green feed is scarce and not easily supplied. It is a grand green food for winter.| It furnishes protein, lime and other material salts. Fowls relish it immensely. Feeding alfalfa meal insures an increase of fertile eggs. In original sacks of 100 Ibs. at market price; write for prices.
P.-W.’s DEVELOPING FOOD AND PIGEON MIXTURE
Just the food for chicks when they are two months old—after they have grown too large to be fed P.-W.’s Chick Manna. It contains nothing but sound, sweet eracked grains and seeds and other wholesome essential ingredients for quick, healthy growth. A good wey to feed it is to scatter on floor among alfalfa meal and make the chicks scratch for it. This food should be used until they are large enough to take whole grain. Three Ibs. for 25c; 25 Ibs. for $1.75; 50 Ibs. for $3.00; 100 Ibs. for $5.25.
FLAX SEED MEAL
A little seed occasionally to poultry is very beneficial. One tablespoonful in a mash to each dozen fowls, daily, is a great help during the moulting season. Present price. 1 lb. 25c; 10 lbs. $2.00. Write for prices on quantities.
GROUND OIL CAKE
It is a greatest fltsh former, milk and butter pro- ducer. ; a most economical cattle food. To poultrymen it is likewise of value in keeping fowls in good health. Price fluctuates. Present price: 1-Ib. 15c; 25 Ibs. $2.25; 50 Ibs. $4.00; 100 Ibs. $7.50.
All prices on Poultry Feeds fluctuate greatly.
in the market for auantities.
sick chricks, no bowel complaint. Every user pronounces it the best to date.
Put up in our own printed bags. fifty Ibs. for $3.00; 100 lbs. for $5.25.
HOW TO FEED BABY CHICKS
They should be fed nothing until they are 24 hours old. warm is all that is necessary. Scatter about a pint of P.-W.’s Chick Manna on the floor among an inch or two of alfalfa meal for 50 chicks. as they eat up clean, and do not over-feed. Keep clean, fresh water before them all
This splendid preparation is made according to the best formula that science and experience has discovered to date. and distributed throughout the Intermountain region more than a million pounds of P.-W.’s Chick Manna, and we have yet to receive the first complaint. the critical poultrymen regard it is most aptly described in a letter from a large
During the last few years we manufactured
Just how
“As long as your maintain the present quality of your chick food, you can Enclosed find check for 20 bags more.
That’s the point—‘‘Maintain the Quality.’ trade of this region and cut out eastern importation, and there is only one way to do it—“highest quality” at reasonable price.
P.-W.’s Chick Manna is made from pure grains, seeds and other essentials, compounded in such proportions as to supply the needs of the baby chicks from one With P.-W.’s Chick Manna there is no mixing, no mashes, no
Please ship by first freight.”’ We have set out to secure the
Once tried, you will use no other. Feed dry and
Three lbs. for 25c; twenty-five Ibs. $1.75;
I Keep them good and Baby chicks are hungry all the time, and have to be
Only feed as much at a time
Batchford’s Milk Mash is an excellent chick starter and should be fed the first See Page 80.
SWIFT’S MEAT SCRAPS (High Protein)
These beef scraps are a fine clean preparation, made from pure inspected meat. You will get no scavenger product in Swift’s. It is hard to estimate the great value of beef scraps for growing chicks or laying hens. Cer- tainly a wonderful factor either in egg production or prompting vigorous growth in young chicks. Two lb. 25c; 25 Ibs. $2.00; 50 Ibs. $3.75; 100 Ibs. $7.00.
COTTON SEED MEAL The economical Stock Food for the Rocky Mountain
States. Farmers everywhere will soon be unable to get along without it. This meal is very rich in protein and it is usually considered worth twice that of corn. Ten Ibs. 75c; 50 Ibs. $3.00; 100 Ibs. $5.50. Write for prices on quantities.
JENSEN’S POULTRY MIXTURE ECONOMY HEN FOOD Tis is a balanced ration made up of pure, clean, whole grains and seeds, such as wheat, Kaffir corn, oats, barley, corn, sunflower seed, etc., in just the right proportion to promote health and vigor. A trial order will convince you. One-hundred Ib. bag $4.50.
GROUND BONE Our Ground Bone is prepared from fresh bones from which moisture and grease have been extracted in such a manner as to leave only the desirable food elements. As an egg-shell producer, bone is invaluable. One Ib. 10c; 50 Ibs. $3.00; 100 Ibs. $5.25.
GRANITE GRIT
To assist in the proper digestion of their food it is ab- solutely necessary to supply fowls with plenty of good, clean grit. Our stock is the sharp angular granite grit, manufactured in three sizes: Fine—For small chicks. Medium—For half-grown fowls. Coarse—For mature chickens, turkeys, etc. All grades are the same price. Eight Ibs. 25c; 50 Ibs. $1.25; 100 Ibs. $2.00.
Write for current Poultry List when you are
The above prices are not prepaid. If by parcel post, see Page 2 for charges.
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CRUSHED OYSTER SHELL
This is the most important article for the poultry yard, and should be supplied to the fowls liberally. Our shell is of superior quality, as all parts of the egg-shell are con- tained in them; whereas, a goodly portion of the shell of- fered is nothing more than the refuse of the fertilizer works, and not fit to offer a decent hen. Six Ib. package 25c; 50 Ib. sack $1.25; 100 Ib. sack $2.00.
Ask for prices on large quantities.
MAMMOTH RUSSIAN SUNFLOWER SEED
Splendid for parrots and poultry, 20c per Ib.; 2 Ibs. 35c.
POULTRY CHARCOAL
This is indispensable in successful raising; an efficient aid in arresting bowel trouble; it greatly assists in proper digestion and promotes health of poultry at all ages. The grade of charcoal we offer is of highest quality, free from dirt and dust, having been especially prepared for poultry. We supply it in two sizes:
Fine—Suitable for small chicks and for mixing in mashes.
Coarse—Ior grown fowls; can be kept in open dish and eaten when wanted.
Price on either size: 2-lb. package 25c; in 50-lb. bags $3.00 per bag; per 100-lbs. $5.50.
SURELAY The Wonderful Egg Producer
For egg making purposes it is absolutely necessary that pullets and laying hens should receive the right kind of feed, containing, especially, enough protein for the white fat for the yolk and lime for the shells, and as the elements of an egg are derived from so many sources, the greater the variety of the feed ingredients, the better. Nature provides each hen with just so many eggs in the embryo, that is, minute yolks which under ordinary circumstances it would take her six or seven years to produce. Now it is the poultryman’s problem to secure these eggs in two or three years, saving the expense of feeding and keeping the chickens these three or four unecessary years. There- fore, the only way to success in egg production is through
a balanced ration, having the ingredients so assembled as to gain one object—eggs—and SURELAY contains just those things, viz: shorts, middlings, flour, corn grits, bone meal, meat scraps, fish and whale meal, soy bean meal, linseed oileake meal, cotton-seed meal, cocoanut meal, and breakfast rolled oats, all thoroughly mixed in the right proportions which laying hens must have if they are to operate their egg factories to the highest point of efficiency. Notice particularly that there are no tonics or medicines to force the laying of eggs, but that all the ingredients are wholesome foods, thus bringing about the greatest quantity egg production in a most natural way. pound 10c; 25 Ibs- $1.50; 50 Ibs. $2.50; 100 Ibs. $5.00.
MOLASSES DAIRY FEED
The Great Balanced Ration for Milk Production.
The days of wasteful, unscientific feeding of whole grain and hay to livestock and poultry are numbered. It is impos- sible for this obsolete system to continue. The human race is demanding more and more of the grain formerly fed to our livestock, and at very high prices—a condition which must become more acute as the world’s population increases.
The eastern, southeastern, southwestern, central and Pacifie coast states years ago abandoned the feeding of whole grain and hay for the economical, sure, result pro- ducing balanced mixed feeds until today it is a rarity to find anyone in these states using anything but a mixed feed
The three cardinal points in any ration are:
PROPER BALANCE DIGESTIBILITY, and PALATABILITY.
A home-made feed may be palatible, but so lacking in balance and digestibility that the actual cost per pound of grain may be double what it wauld have been if the right feed was used at the outset Never before have properly balanced feeds been so vital from the standpoint of net profit as they are today. Never before has variety and palatability in feeds been so essential The successful feeder would just as soon think of feeding his family bread and potatoes three times a day as he would to feed his livestock whole grain and hay. A ration costing $40.00 per ton, but improperly balanced and of a low digestibility, is more expensive than a well balanced, highly digestible ration costing twice as much
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Ever Fat Dairy Feed is a highly concentrated, palatable, nourshing feed—a feed that the cows relish and clean up to the last mouthful Each ingredient used in making this feed is carefully selected, of the highest quality obtainable and all are carefully combined to produce the maximum quantity of milk, rich in butter fat.
Everfat Dairy Feed guarantees more milk for less money —bigger checks coming in and less money going out—and keeps your cow in sleek, plump, and healthy condition. Don’t take our word for it Get the facts first hand by using Everfat Dairy Feed from a 15-day trial, and start that trial today.
Here is the guaranteed analysis: Protein, not under 20 per cent, Fat not under 3-4 per cent, Carbo-Hydrate, not under 45.0 per cent, and Fibre, not over 14.5 per cent. The ingredients are cotton seed meal, wheat bran, barley, beet pulp, gluten-feed, alfalfa meal, molasses, salt and corn meal. All compounded so as to produce the splendid balance ration that will find a place wherever it is tried out.
FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS
It is never good to change a dairy cow’s ration suddenly. We recommend that when changing, you give your cows one-half Everfat Dairy Feed and one-half the old ration for the first three days, gradually increasing the quantity of Everfat Dairy Feed until at the end of a week you have your cows on a straight ration of Everfat Dairy Feed of the same weight as the old ration. You will then soon reach a point of maximum milk production with each in- dividual cow. Write for prices.
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Blatchtords CALF MEAL
FIRST ON THE MARKET— FIRST IN QUALITY —FIRST IN RESULTS
LATCHFORD’S Calf Meal is the oviginal milk-substitute. It was
the first on the market. For over one-third of a century it has
ae been successfully used in raising
calves by the most progressive
farmers and dairymen in this coun-
try. It is the only calf meal backed by so remarkable a record.
Blatchford’s Calf Meal raises calves from babyhood. It is extremely palatable. It is easy to feed. It saves both milk and money. It will pay you to use it.
Sold in 100-, 50- and 25-pound bags. Satisfaction guaranteed with every bag.
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PIG MEAL LAMB MEAL
Carries Pigs Safely Through Weans Lambs Quickly—
the Critical Weaning Period Makes Sturdy Youngsters This smooth, soluble meal is in composition as near like the sow’s milk as it is possible to get it. It contains just the right percentage of vege- table protein, fat, etc., in
This nourishing milk-equal weans lambs properly and produces rapid growth. Itis easily assimilated by the tender stomach of the young lamb. It con- tains all the elements found in
; on natural milk, including oil, sugar » 4 correctly diversified form | and albuminous Compoiadeun y); —# to grow bone and muscle.
| ; : . . fr. j bod 4 Lite pige relish it and | COTeCE Proportions and in the | pacha | thrive upon it. It “makes Daa i
”» Lambs of every breed can be raised the runts catch up. upon it. It matures them rapidly,
A trial will convince prevents scours, and avoids the usual you that it is to your setback in the change from the ewe’s advantage to use this milk to ordinary feed. It successfully economical milk-equal. solves the problem of what to do with Sold in 100-, 50- and orphan lambs.
25-pound bags. Satis- Sold in 100-, 50- and 25-pound faction guaranteed. bags. Guaranteed satisfactory.
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RABBIT MEAL «« Fill-the-Basket” Solves the Rabbit-Feeding Problem EGG MASH
~< -~@# This inexpensive milk-substitute Blatchford’s “Fill-the-Basket”
feed contains all the nutritive BepeticeW supplies the hen latchford; ©lements the rabbit requi : : Gilatcifords proper development aa aaa with the surplus nourishment It will put your rabbits in condition | She requires for maximum and keep them so. egg-production. It success- Always feed it to your weanlings, to fully solves the problem of
growing “tock, to nursing does and uring eggs both winter stud bucks. Nothing on the market aES a aa to equal it—the most economical feed | #24 Summer.
you can buy. Sold in 100- and 25-pound Sold in 5-ib. packages, 100-and 25-lb. bags. Every bag guaranteed < bags. Contains no drugs or tonics. to give satisfaction, Registered trademark
Price any of above: 25 lb. bag, $2.25; 50 Ibs. $4.25; 100 Ibs. $8.00. Write for quantity prices.
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MILKOLINE
Pure condensed buttermilk feed plus health. There is no sentiment with big hog feeders—quick fattening and great- est profit is the first and all important consideration. Thousands of leading hog feeders use Milkoline and know that it excels every other ration as a top-notch profit-maker.
Milkoline is pure, condensed, modi- fied buttermilk to which has been added a sufficient amount of vegetable oil to form a proper balance of carbohy- drates and protein. It is further acidi-
fied to aid digestion and eliminate harmful disease germs and dead matter and worms from the assimilating or- gans. Price: 50c per quart; $1.60 per gallon. Write for prices in barrel lots.
LACTEIN
LACTEIN (Condensed Buttermilk) “Makes Hens Lay and Hogs Pay.’”’ It is not quite so concentrated as Milkoline. One gallon of Lactein equals 30 gallons of buttermilk. Price: 5 gallons, $4.50; 10 gallons, $8.50; 25 gallons, $19.50; 52 gallon barrel, $33.50, f. o. b. Salt Lake City.
SNELL’S MAGIC BLOAT AND COLIC CURE x oies Instant Relief to Alfalfa or Clover Bloat in Cattle or Sheep and for Horse Colic, It has o Equal.
This valuable remedy is manufactured here in Salt Lake City. It is the most effective remedy we have against Colic and Bloat, in cattle and sheep. It is positively guaranteed by the manufacturers to get the results claimed. All livestock owners should have a bottle ready for use as such needs permit of no delay in applying remedy.
Singing Praises to Milkoline and Lactein
DIRECTIONS CATTLE BLOAT—Three-fourths table spoonful in one pint of water for ordinary cases. HORSE COLIC—One teaspoonful in pint of watre. SHEEP BLOAT—Half teaspoonful in half pint of water. Keep well corked in cool place. Sold only in $1.00 bottles. If by mail, add 15c extra for postage.
WE INVITE CORRECPONDENCE on all kinds of Grains, Seeds, Feeds, ete., for Poultry and Pet Stock, as prices fluctuate greatly. We handle the following in large quantities and can always give attractive prices: Feed Wheat, Red and White; Kaffir Corn; Whole and Ground Feed Corn, Rolled Oats, Feeding Barley, Bran, Canary Seed, Flax, whole and ground, Hemp, Millet, Sun- flower Seed and Field Peas. Weight, Quality and Prompt Service Guaranteed. Phone or write us.
BIRD SUPPLIES AND CANARY BIRDS
PHILADELPHIA BIRD MANNA—tThe great song re- storer. Just the thing you need when your birds are moulting; in fact, when once used you will never be with- out it at any time of the year. Per cake, 20c, Postpaid.
BIRD CAGES
Brass Cages—In splendid assortment of sizes and styles. Prices range from
P.-W.’s MIXED CANARY BIRD SEED—Contains only $9.00 to $15.00 each.
pure, wholesome seeds in just the right proportion to pro- mote health, vigor and song. One lb. carton, 35c, Postpaid. Japanned! Caperninines sorted styles and sizes. Prices
BIRD SEED ,ETC. range from $2.25 to $10.00
Prices Not Prepaid. Special Prices in Quantity each. Per lb. = Traveling Cages—50c. Canary—Best Re-cleaned ..... ae e 4 Sere 30c = . 20c Breeding Cages—Assorted
om, 15c Brass Bathe rouscuarGare sizes. Prices from $4.00 to FRAC yecceccsevarceres Sree stares Gaccceesshach te) LOC $12.00, Prepaid. $7.00 each. Cuttle Bone—Large Bone ......... : see PLOY) be
CANARY BIRDS
Bird Tonic ......... shee ..Postpaid 30c Each We have on hand and for sale at all times a choice Song Restorer ............... pitctereenee ee OStpaid. 30c¢ Each lot of Canary Birds Hartz Mountain Rollers, ete., guar- Lice Powder ............... sresterasesanenearesk OBtPAIG 30c Each anteed singers, priced at from $10.00 to $25.00 each, de- PowderuGunsiee cee eee cece: Postpaid 20c Each livered to pour station Also a choice lot of females priced Mexican Salve iee2.2 eecteteer OBED BIG. 30c¢ Each at from $3.00 to $5.00. Wire sBird (UN Ste iersecccncnceceessee cites Postpaid 20c Each We carry a large stock of Gold Fish and Supplies, which Bird Nestartgyriiticcctresracscccsceoss Postpaid 20c Each can be forwarded by Express. Write for prices.
DAIRY FARMERS WILL FIND SOMETHING OF VITAL IMPORTANCE ON PAGES 12-13 and 39-40. The profits are waiting. Investigate now.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 85
BUCKEYE INCUBATORS
It is no longer considered a feat to build an incubator that will hatch ‘“‘some’” chickens from ‘‘some”’ of the eggs placed in it (there are many such incubators on the market), but the truly successful incubator is the MACHINE THAT WILL HATCH A CHICKEN FROM EVERY HATCHABLE EGG—the vigorous kind of chicks that start ta grow the moment they are hatched, and continue to grow without forcing or doctoring.
THAT’S THE KIND OF HATCHES THE BUCKEYE PRODUCES, and has been producing for twenty-five years. That’s why they have been able to sell over four hundred thousand Buckeyes to all kinds of people, in all parts of the world—with such an absolute guarantee—and it’s because they have never had as much as one machine out of every thousand go wrong that they so freely and willingly sell them on 40 day’s approval_TO BE RETURNED FOR EX- CHANGE AT THEIR EXPENSE if they don’t do all they claim.
The case is made of California redwood, and beautifully finished like a piece of fine furniture. It has perfectly insulated double top, and the walls are so constructed that the necessary temperature ean easily be maintained in any location—even if it be freezing or up to 100 degrees.
A standard Buckeye Metal Thermostat regulates the temperature to a fraction of a degree. With this device it is only necessary to regulate the temperature when the hatch is started—then you forget it—because the regulator stays where you put it and the temperature of the egg chamber cannot change.
The tank is an improved design that absolutely insures a uniform temperature throughout the egg chamber. This means that the temperature of each and every egg will be exactly right, and it there’s a chick in the egg—you’ll get it.
A Stadard Buckeye Thermometer is included with each incubator —also a standard thermometer-holder. With this equipment the correct temperature is always shown and the thermometer is always in its proper position.
Order early. Only a limited number are carried in stock at
Salt Lake City.
Buckeye Standard, 175-Egg Size
PRICES OF BUCKEYE INCUBATORS F. 0. B. SALT LAKE CITY
Crated Crated Weight Egg Weight Egg Lbs. Capacity Each Lbs. Capacity Each 14—Style E : Seerrey 55 65 $17.50 2—Standard ................... 135 175 $ 45.00 16—Style E Ea eie 85 120 27.50 3—Standard .. i : 200 250 57.50 17—Style E Seee ae 125 210 37.50 4—Standard 230 350 67.50 1—Standard SRE TSS 110 120 39.50 5—Standard 325 600 110.00
“STANDARD” COLONY BROODER
THE WONDERFUL BROODER STOVE
Used Everywhere by Leading Breeders, Both Large
and Small.
THE GREATEST COAL-BURNING BROODER EVER INVENTED
Self Feeding. Self Regulating. Everlasting.
Heavy Cast Iron Stove that Requires Coaling but Once Every 24 hours in Any Temperature.
BURN ANY KIND OF FUEL
These stoves burn any kind of fuel with equally satisfactory results. We recommend chestnut sizes in all kinds of fuel and hard or soft coal, coke, charcoal, or briquettes burn equally well. Of course, hard coal will not cause the pipe to become dirty as quickly as the others, but it will give no better heat.
30 DAYS FREE TRIAL
The Standard Colony Brooder is the most practical brooding device ever invented. It will do anything and everything that any other brooder will do, and do it better. It is infinitely more satisfoctory than brooders selling at twice the price. We are so positive that it cannot fail that we will permit you to try one thirty days—and
WRITE YOUR OWN MONEY-BACK
STANDARD COLONY STOVE BROODER : GUARANTEE No quetions asked if the Standard Colony Brooder does not suit you in every way.
0 Ask for illustrated “Standard” Catalog or send us 0 your order and your own guarantee.
Made in Two Sizes
No. 18—Capactiy 500 Chicks........ Meee. Cee eee No. 19—Capacity 1000 Chicks Wee, CER ees en ee
Last year we under-estimated the number for this territory, and when the “Rush Chick Time” came, we did not have enough to go around, and the factories were too far behind with orders to supply them in time. To avoid disappointment, order early this year. As the demand may again. exceed the supply.
86 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
QUEEN INCUBATORS
Stop hatching weak chicks with cheap incubators. A Queen costs but little more, and the extra chicks that live and grow soon pay the difference.
Remember, it is not how many chicks you hatch that counts, but how many you raise. Chicks that hatch out weak and wobbly, and live but a few days, mean nothing to you but trouble and loss. They make one sick of the poultry business.
Most of the chicks you lose in the first few weeks die because they did not have, when hatched, enough strength or vitality for a good start. Queen Incubators are famous the country over for big hatches of strong, healthy chicks that live and grow. 7
PROPER INSULATION
The Queen in double in-ulated. First we use double walls of California Redwood, forming a dead air space. Second, corrugated strawboard is used between the wooden walls. Proper insulation adds considerably to the manu- facturing cost. However, it is an absolute requirement of a good incubator.
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SIZES AND PRICES F. O. B. SALT LAKE CITY
Style K. Regular Style
No. Capacity Each
1 85 $ 26.50
Pa 135 39.50
Sacee 180 45.00
Zane 275 57.50
Note—Special Descriptive Booklets on the Queen Incu- 5 400 67.50 bators and Brooders sent free on request. Plan your re- 25 600 110.00 quirements early so that your machines will be ready Spee 800 140.00 when wanted. 45... 180.00
QUEEN BROODER STOVES
Broods ’em Better and Cheaper than “Old Mother Hen”
en ee ee a ae The Queen Colony Brooder is a new and improved design
This of brooder stove. It is made of highest quality iron castings damper that will wear and last indefinitely. regulates
heck : Astin Pia There are no drafts on the smoke pipe of the Queen. The thes diect check rests on top of the stove and opens outward when fire drartits is too warm, thus giving a gentle inflow of air to retard the
heat. While the opening of the draft to increase the fire is located at the top of the stove it opens in to the fire at the base through an ovening extending down the side of the bottom. This feeds the draft into the fire from underneath with no opening below the hover.
your fire.
As will be seen from the illustration the check and the draft lids are cast together and operated together. Thus when the fire is too hot, the wafer expands and closes the draft and opens the check, both at the same time. When it is too cool, the wafer contracts and closes the check and opens the draft. This keeps an even heat all the time, both night and day, in cold weather or warm, and does it automatically. You don’t have to pay any tttention to it whatsoever. Just set the regulator for the proper temperature at the start of the season—it will do the rest.
BURNS ANY KIND OF FUEL
The Queen stove burns any kind of fuel with equally satisfactory results. We recommend chestnut sizes in all kinds of fuel and hard or soft coal, coke, charcoal, or briquettes burn equally well. Of course, hard coal will not cause the pipe to become dirty as quickly as the others, but it will give no better heat. Prices f. 0. b. Salt Lake: No. 1, 600-Chick capacity, $22.50; No. 2, capacity 1,200 Chicks, $27.50.
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LEE’S REMEDIES, LICE KILLERS, ETC.
The genuine merit of the Lee Foods and Remedies is their best guarantee, and you can depend upon them absolutely to do all that is claimed for them. The valuable booklets of the Lee Company, are free to poultry-keepers, and contain the most reliable and complete information to date on all poultry problems. We mail them on request.
LEE’S LICE KILLER—FOR 17 YEARS THE STANDARD Destroys either by vapor or contact. No trouble to apply; just paint the roosts or wall at night. Rids poultry and houses of al vermin; is prepared excusively for this purpose, and there is nothing just as good. Price: Qt., 50c; %-gal., 75c; 1-gal. $1.25. Shipping weight: Quarts 4 lbs.; %4-gal., 8 lIbs.; gallons 15 Ibs.
LEE’S GERMOZONE—FOR POULTRY Never fails to cure Bowel Complaints, Cholera, Roup, Colds, ete. Don’t be without it. Price: Liquid, 5-o0z. bottle, 40c; liquid, 12-0z. bottle 75c; 32-oz., ee We do not ship the liquid by mail. But furnish tablets at same prices, ostpaid.
LEE’S BEST CONDITIONER STOCK FOOD
Promotes good health, digestion and assimilation. Put up in 50c and $1.50 packages; 25-lb. pails, net shipping weight 30 Ibs., $4.50.
LEE’S WHITE DIARRHOEA REMEDY
The best medecine for this dangerous disease of little chicks. 12-0z. bottle, 50c. If by mail add 10c extra for postage.
LEE’S EGG MAKER
Is not a tonic nor a medicine, but a meat food of great value. It will make hens lay, chicks grow, and keep them all in a healthy, vigorous condition. 2%2-Ib. pkg., 50c; 5-lb. pkg. $1.00; 12-lb. pail, $2.25; 25-lb. pail, $4.50. Shipping weight 30 Ibs.
LEE’S LOUSE POWDER
For direct application to body of fowl. 144-lb. can 25c; mailing weight 2 Ibs.; 3-lb. pack- age 50c, mailing weight 4 lbs.
EGG-0-LATUM
S ses for one year. Simply rubbed on, it seals the egg tight and is air, moisture, odor and germ Wee ree et Sane in August, September or October are as fresh in January, February or March Bee ee laid and are worth double the price. Anticipate winter needs now. Coat the palms of your hands with Egg-o-latum and then roll and rub the eggs in your hands. | You can do a dozen per minute. 50c per Jar—Enough for 50 Dozen Eges. Add 10c per jar for postage if by mail.
PRATT’S POULTRY SUPPLIES
ONE OF THE OLD RELIABLE POULTRY SUPPLY LINES THE MANUFACTURER GUARANTEES
Cure your sick poultry by using PRATT’S POULTRY REMEDIES. Guaranteed to cure, or your money refunded.
Healthy _ birds and lots of eggs the two big things in poultry rais- ing, are made certain by giving
PRATT’S POULTRY
REGULATOR
25-Ib. pail $3.00; 12-Ib. pail. $1.75 packages, 30c and 60c and $1.20. _It builds up vitality, insures sound digestion, _Sharpens appetite ana prevents disease, thus putting birds in condition for heavy egg laying o1 winning blue ribbons.
used, hens lay throughout the year.
It will preyent chicken cholera, gapes, roup, rheuma- tsm, expel worms, prevent leg weakness and egg eating It will greatly improve turkey, geese, ducks, pigeons and ene quick growth and keep them free from isease.
If poultry keepers would regularly spray the Hiteken houses, roosts, drooping boards and utensils with
PRATT’S POULTRY DISINFECTANT
st all their trouble would vanish. This — ame disinfectant is a real wonder-worke. Htonmant in the poultry yard. Ss | "Three times as powerful as erude car- Ml bolic acid. A sure deodorizer, germicide a2 and liquid lice killer Use it for roup, colds and other contageous diseases. Price $1.50 per gallon;
90c % gallon; 50c quart.
Pratt’s White Diarrhea Remedy .....---.--- 50e and 25c
Pratt's Powdered Lice
ilar ese 60c and 30c PRATT’S ANIMAL REGULATOR
More work out of your horses. More milk from your cows, fatter hogs—these are a few of the benefits which come from using
Always sold on a guarantee that it will satify you or money back. 25-lb. pails, $4.00, Shipping weight 30 Ibs. 12-lb. pails, $2.50 are popular with our customers. Pack-
Pratt’s Roup Remedy Tab- lets or Powder..60c and 30c
Ste we S — - PRATT’S COW REMEDY ages at $1.20, 60c and 30c. Nature’s unrivaled assistant to make and keep ome Get prices on 50-Ilb. and 100-lb. sacks. i ilk, and to prevent Abortion, ; Saar igramrorg milk pag Soames Tadigestion, Liver If by mail on any above, except where quoted Postpaid,
and Kidney Complications. add postage according to zone rates, see page 2
88 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
FEEDERS AND RACKS FOR POULTRY
DRY MASH HOPPER
‘The curved bottom of the Hopper keeps the feed within easy reach of the birds. The gradual en- largement from the top to base prevents clogging. The wire grid and the wires running from the flange through the wire grid prevent any chance of the fowls throwing out or wasting the feed. The sloping cover prevents the birds from roosting on the Hopper, and when both covers are closed, it is rat and mouse proof. A trial will convince you that it is a Hopper of the greatest merit. Manu- factured of heavy galvanized iron in three sizes.
No. 35—8% in. wide, weight 5 lbs. Each.. No. 36—12 in. wide, weight 6 Ibs. Each... No. 37—24 in. wide, weight 12 lbs. Each... 3.00
STAR MASON JAR FEEDER
Will fit pint, quart, or half gallon Mason Jar. Convenient, cheap, sani- tary. Can be used for feed as well as water. One size only, 20c each, Postpaid.
POULTRY VEGETABLE RACK
Manufactured from galvanized iron and wire. For feeding Roots, Beets,
Cabbage, Sprouted Oats, ete. A big time and feed saver. Every breeder needs one or more.
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ROUND BABY CHICK FEEDERS Pure food for the baby chicks. A great feed saver, as the little chicks cannot get into it and contaminate the feed. Cannot be upset. Can also be used for water or milk. This is a practical, well made feeding device that will last
for years. Manufactured in two sizes. A No. 11—6 inches in diameter, 8 feeding holes, weight 4 Ib. Each .... ue oo ... 30c No. 12—814 inches in diameter, 12 feeding holes, weight i lb. Each
WATER AND FEED CUPS FOR EXHIBITION COOPS
Holds about one pint and hangs straight when applied to the coop. Can be attached to any exhibition coop. One size only
Round Feeder No. 11
...20¢
No. 61—Shipping weight, 1% Ib. each
THE McCANDLISH MODEL CHICK FEEDER
It is practically indestructible, made entirely of metal, making it absolutely sanitary, and waste of feed is impossible. It is easy to fill and to clean and also answers for a drinking fountain when the ends are soldered at an extra cost of about 10c.
Length, 12 in.; weight, 8 oz.—Price, each ............ 50c Length, 20 in.; weight 12 oz.—Price, each ........... 70c
Length, 30 in.; weight, 16 oz.—Price, each
GRIT AND SHELL BOXES
Grit, shell and charcoal have now become a recognized essential part of the diet insuring healthy fowls. They cannot be more economically supplied than in one of our inex- 3 pensive compartment eer Can f[ nee One ue pay also be used as a feed hopper for ; ostpaid. little chicks. Made of heavy gal- eh ee PIS AUC HIREES vanized iron in three sizes:
No. 45—For baby chicks, 2 compartments, weight 1 Ib.
Does not bruise; punches a clean hole.
No. 9—For grown birds, 3
i lay. is money. et compartments, weight 3 Ibs. Don't delay Feed is mo y G 2
Food Saving Hopper and stop the waste.
No. 45—Two Com- No. 90—For grown birds, 4 partment Square compartments, weight 4 Ibs. Bottom C1) ie a ee 1.60
On all items not quoted, Postpaid, see page 2, for amount to remit for postage if by Parcel Post.
SEED AND NURSERY SPECIALISTS FOR WESTERN U.S. A. 89
DRINK FOUNTAINS FOR POULTRY
REPLACE BOTTOM TURN UPRIGHT.
READY
FOR USE
Bottom Will Fountain Brooder Fountain, No. 0 Drop Bottom Wall Fountain, No. 41 BOTTOM FILL FOUNTAIN DROP BOTTOM WALL FOUNTAIN A General Utility Fountain at a Low Price Manufactured from Galvanized Iron. May be hung up
Made in two pieces. Easily cleaned and owing to its on the wall out of the dirt and litter. Nothing to get shape, it will not burst from freezing. This fountain out of order. Easy to fill and easy to clean. When filled, fills the breeder’s needs for an inexpensive fountain. Made two, back to back, may be carried in each hand. May of the best grade of galvanizd iron in three sizes. be used for Chicks, Fowls or Pigeons. Three sizes. No. 19—About 1-quart capacity, weight 3-4 lbs., each... 45c No. 40—2-quart, weight 2 Ibs. Price, each aa No. 20—About % gallon capacity, weight 1 lb., each... 65c No. 41—1-gallon, weight 3 Ibs. Price, each .. ran tld No. 24—About 1-gallon capacity, weight 2 Ibs., each....$1.00 No. 42—2-gallon, weight 6 Ibs. Price, each ................. 1.50
BROODER FOUNTAIN
No Brooder Is Complete Without a Suppl y of These Fountains. They Are so Con- structed that the Baby Chicks Can’t Get Wet or Contaminate the Water. Sits in a corner of the brooder. Takes up little room. Can’t be upset. Can be hung up if desired. Absolutely sani- tary as you can get at any part of it to clean. Manufactured of heavy galvanized iron in two sizes. No. 0—1 quart capacity. shipping weight 1 lb. Each No. 26A—Same as No. 0, 1 gallon capacity, shipping weight 2 lbs. Each.
MOE’s SELF LockING LEc BAND
; EASILY ADJUSTED WITH THE: MOES SELF LOCKING W FINGERS AND IT IS THEN ON TO
BAND READY TO BE A sealed band that requires no sealer. Embossed numbers as desired in sizes shown below. Made of nickel colored metal. Sizes—No. 1 for Pigeons; No. 2 Hamburg and Polish Females; No. 3 Hamburg and Polish Males; No. 4 Mediterannean Females; No. 5 Mediterannean Males; No. 6, American Fe- males; No. 7 American Males; No. 8, Asiatics and Turkeys.
Price, all sizes: Doz. 20c; 25 for 30c; 50 for 50c; 100 for 80c; 500 for $3.75; 1,000 for $6.50, Postpaid.
SPIRAL KEY RING LEG BANDS
These are made of celluloid and in six different colors: Black, red, green, yellow, cerise and dark blue. They can be taken on and off very quickly and easily and will last a life- time. Birds cannot lose or remove them. They are made in sizes for every breed of poultry, pigeons and baby chicks. Please state breed when ordering. Prices of the four poultry sizes: 12 bands 25c; 25 bands 40c; 50 bands 65c; 100 bands $1.00. Pigeon and day-old chick sizes: 12 bands, 15c; 25 bands 30c; 50 bands 50c; 100 bands 75c, Postpaid.
DOUBLE CLINCH
A new band, very safe; no exposed corners, ends or loops; has double fasteners. Prices: 12 for 20c; 25 for 35c; 50 for 60c; 100 for 95c, Postpaid.
CHAMPION
_ Best adjustable leg band. Has neat, compact, and smooth fastening, with no catching points; easily attached and absolutely secure. Prices: 12 for 20c; 25 for 35c; 50 for 60c;
100 for 95c. SMITH SEALED
Of aluminum and so constructed that by simply crushing a soft rivet they are sealed on the bird’s leg, and must be destroyed to be removed. Prices: 12 for 30c; 25 for 55c; 60 for $1.15; 100 for $1.50, Postpaid. Plain sealers, 75c each.
NEST EGGS
BABY CHICK
LICE KILLING NEST EGGS PORCELAIN NEST EGGS Our Lice Killing Nest Eggs are almost an imitation We handle only the best grade of glass eggs; strong and of the real chicken eggs, and yet contain a powerful disin- durable. 8c each; 60c per dozen. Weight 14 lb. per dozen. fi i i d to 1 ii and vermin. b : . aed a ages hy Seer haotel ack tc 7ee per dozen. On all items not priced Postpaid, please include postage
Weight, 2 Ibs. per dozen. with order if by parcel post. See Page 2 for charges.
90 PORTER-WALTON COMPANY, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES
PAPER EGG BOXES
Intended for use in delivering eggs to private families. If you have a “select”? egg trade, you should use these boxes.
Made in two shapes and the following grades. All styles made of extra heavy cardboard and will carry eggs safely. Shipping weight 2 lbs. per dozen.
Navajo—3x4. Doz. 30c; 100, $1.50.
Sewanee—6x2. Extra heavy paper. Doz. 35c; 100, $1.75.
Write for quantity prices.
CYCLONE SEED SOWER
LY.
A good large sower that meets the most exating de- mands. Hangs by a strap over shouders of operator. Hop- per-sack has a capacity of 4% bushel. Broadcasts evenly all varieties of grains and grasses. Weight 4 lbs. Price $2.00.
PRUNING KNIVES
These knives are made of the best material that can be produced foi the purpose, The blades are of high carbon crucible steel, tempered in 4ead and drawn in oil, which is th very latest method in tempering. -All other parts are of selected stock sassembled so that the whole is a harmonious combination of good ideas, fine material, and excellent ‘workmanship.
‘Happy Thought. Price Kansas;, | Price 2-2) ee
-..-$3.00 we Sold
PLANT FOOD TABLETS
A new, scientific, odorless fertilizer for house plants and vegetables. Contains nitrogen, ammonia, phosphoric acid and potash (nitragen 6 per cent, as ammonia 7.3 per cent; phosphoric acid 12 per cent; potash or oxide 6 per cent). Put up in two sized packages, suitable for mailing. The large size contains tablets (sufficient for 35 plants three months). Price 50c, Postpaid. Small or trial size contains ae obi (sufficient for 10 plants three months. Price 25c
ostpaid.
Standard Pump with “‘Potato’’ Extension and No. 3 Nozzle Attached to Knapsack
Hand lever pump correctly designed with every unnecessary part eliminated.
cold water paint, all insecticides, fungicides and all solutions. Plunger and all valves are brass.
packing adjustable from outside by tightening two bolts.
that a large reserve capacity is developed than usual in this size of machine.
complete with truck, 75 lbs. Price, $30.00.
For Pump and Nozzles. For Knansack. Extension Rod.
7 EYRIE EGG BASKETS Strong, durable and most satisfactory egg baskets in every way. When handle is inserted the basket is locked and ready for shipment. Made of corrugated paper, re- inforced. First size, holding 15 eggs, 35c each; second size 30 eggs, 50c each. k
THERMOMETERS
100 405.110
Many persons using incubators and brooders fail to understand the importance of having a thoroughly tested and reliable thermometer. Many a fine hatch is lost and many a fine brood of chicks killed by using a poor ther-
mometer. Use great care in purchasing a perfect ther- mometer. Our thermometers are thoroughly tested and accurate.
Thermometer—for incubator... Thermometer—for brooder . SeOLs Tycos Hygrometer pee | 77453!)
INCUBATOR AND BROODER LAMPS, ETC.
Brooder Stove Wafers ...
Regulators, complete _... 2.75 Lamp Bowls, large (6x4) ear) Lamp Bowls, 6x2 9-16, complete with either No. 2 — or No. 3 burner 1.75 Lamp Bowls, No. 3 ring, no burner . 1.25 Lamp Bowls, No. 2 ring, no burner 1.10 Burners, complete, 144 inch wick, 344 flue ring 30
Wicks No; ‘2ifor No. 98, Der COZ meen eee eee eee -
NATIONAL CREAM SEPARATOR When You Buy a Separator
You want the one that skims the closest, summer or winter; that will handle milk from ‘“‘stripper’’ cows; that will produce cream of any desired density.
A durable machine that will give everlasting satisfaction and service, at the minimum cost of up-keep; a separator that is mechanically perfect, having the fewest parts, the greatest capacity for its size, the quickest, cleanest and easiest running.
The National Is the Only Separator That combines all the above and for 22 years has stood the test of time, maintaining its position against all com- petitors—and many of these first National Separators are in daily use after 20 years of service.
Cleaned in Three Minutes A child can clean it in thre minutes without risk of break- ing or haming it. Just wipe off with a wet rag inside and out, and rinse in hot water and the job is done. Prices National Separators are made in the following sizes, and all prices are f. 0. b. Salt Lake.
Hourly Shipping
Capacity Cows Weight Price
Pounds Pounds National No. 3 to 8 160 $ 60.00 National No. 6 to 14 165 70.00 National No. 12 to 30 172 80.00 National No. 28................ 800 20 to 50 190 100.00
SPRAY PUMPS AND ACCESSORIES
STANDARD SPRAY PUMPS
As used with bucket, knapsack, tank or barrel for spraying orch- ards, gardens, vineyards, white-washing, disinfecting chicken houses, killing vermin on stock.
out of order. spraying apparatus on the market today.”
Made entirely of brass. Nothing to get “The best and most powerful piece of low-priced
Price $5.50. Weight 3% Ibs.
Price $3.00. Weight 5™% Ibs.
Price $1.75.
It is excellent for handling white-wash It has a capacity of 12 gallons. Pluger style. Graphite Air chamber so constructed
Tank is galvanized iron. Crated weight,
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SPRAY PUMPS AND ACCESSORIES (CONTINUED)
Prices are not Prepaid. If by Parcel Post, see page 2 for charges.
Syphon Tube
Removable
Straight Spray Cap.
Opening
Filler / f
CONTINUOUS ATOMIZER (Auto Spray) No. 25-B.
This operates continuously on both up and down stroke and throws a fine misty spray. It will handle all solu- tions, insecticides and disinfectants used in kitchen-garden, greenhouse, rose-gar- den or poultry house. Weight 2 Ibs.
Price: One quart size, $1.25 each.
COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYER (Auto Spray No. 1)
This is the strongest and most simple in its working parts of any compressed air sprayer. Two pumpings of about fifteen strokes on the plunger will discharge the contents under high and constant pressure. It is equipped with a patented, non-clogging nozzle. It consists of a solution tank holding about four gallons made of galvanized steel. Weight empty for shipment 15 lbs.
No. 1.B—Brass tank with Auto-pop ... .--.- 912.50 No. 1 D—Galvanized tank Auto-pop.. . 8.50
AUTO SPRAY DOUBLE-ACTION PUMP No.5.
This pump very much resembles the Standard Spray Pump as shown on Page 90. It is made entirely of brass, doing away with all danger of corrosion. The double action feature makes the spray continuous. Those who have used single action pumps will ap- preciate this advantage, since this works not only on the upstroke but also on the down, thereby making a continuous spray.
Pump equipped with hose, nozzle and strainer, complete, $5.50.
Knapsack or galvanized iron reservior, shipping weight 8 Ibs.
Wooden Plug ‘can be removed without taking out screws
Extension rod, 70c.
ERADO—IT KILLS WEEDS
This device does away with the old backbreaking method of digging dandelions and weeds of all kinds by hand. All that is necessary to do is to push the plunger into the center of the plant and the weed-killing solution automatically runs down into the roots. A weed treated in this manner can never spring up again. Gasoline or iron sulphate can be used with this tool. Price, $1.00.
AUTO SPRAY No. 2 BUCKET PUMP
White-wash and general purpose sprayer. Practically indestructable. Brass ball valves, heavy brass air chamber and pump cylinder. Mal- able castings, legs clear 12 inches and fit over bucket. It is equipped ‘asoy asieyosip youl ‘suoitjs YIM 3 feet long. Shipning wieght 8 lbs. Price: each $4.00
— - pe Ne HANDY SPRAYER fe! recommen is handy little sprayer to the poult: an for sprayin
disinfectant, lice spray, etc. It is well made of Paehtatiaaid with veedoreble Poke will last a long time. The reservior holds a quart. Its size makes it handy or use in the hen house, also for spraying rose and raspberry bushes, cucumber vines, etc. At the price asked it is a very cheap and convenient tool. poultryman and farmer should have one. Price, each 75c. Weight 1 Ib.
CORONA HAND DUSTER
“Corona Dry’ and other Powders for Dusting Application are best applied with this new Hand Duster, which is a mechani- in clouds of right consistency from any position and in any direction, downward, upward or horizontally. The principle employed in the ‘‘Corona’”’ Hand Duster was awarded the Gold Medal for mechanical effi- cienc,y at the Panama-Pacific International no other dusting device in its class can approach it for efficiency, ease of manipulation, simplicity and durability. Corona Hand Duster each.
eally perfect apparatus, emitting powders
Exposition and
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PEST AND DISEASE KILLERS
FOR ORCHARD, FARM AND GARDEN SCALECIDE
The “Certain Death” to Scale Insects and Destroys Brown Mite and Apple Leaf Roller Eggs and Controls Canker Rot, Root Rot, Twig Blight, and many other Fungus Diseases. ‘ aa % ae z °
WITHOUT QUESTION OF A DOUBT, THE BEST DORMANT SPRAY ON THE MARKET TODAY.
HOW “SCALECIDE” DIFFERS FROM OTHER SPRAYS
“Scalecide’ is the oldest and best-known miscible oil on the market, and stands alone as a dormant spray. No other “spray is made like “‘Scalecide’”’ or contains the same class or as expensive material. Not that it cannot be done (any good oil chemist knows how), but no one else is willing to make it for the price.
Other dormant sprays may do some one thing as well as “Scalecide,’”’ but there is no other spray, either oil or Lime Sulphur, that will do all that “‘Scalecide” will, while “‘Scalecide’’ does all that any other dormant spray or combination of sprays will, and some things never done before by any spray.
The manufacturers have been fortunate in getting just the right combination of the right materials; only certain petroleum oils and certain vegetable oils can be used to make “‘Scalecide.”
Don’t judge ‘“Scalecide” by other sprays that look like it. For about half the price, a miscible oil could be made that looks like “Scalecide,’’ works like “‘Scalecide,” but it would not be ‘“‘Scalecide” or do the work of “Scalecide.”
“Scalecide” stands alone among dormant sprays in effect and spreading power. One barrel will do the work of three and one-half to four barrels of Lime-Sulphur, its nearest competitor. ‘“Scalecide dilutes at the porportion of one to fifteen, but in addition to its mixing at almost half the stength of what it requires of Lime-Sulphur, the oils, when mixed with water have a very creepy and fast spreading nature. Consequently they cover twice the area in half the time, as against Lime-Sulphur, which only stays on whatever part of the tree it happens to hit. But the saving in time and money is in reality only a minor point to the commercial Orchardists with so much at stake. What concerns him is ‘‘Does it do the work?’’ We checked up that very thing most carefully before accepting the agency for “Scale- cide.” From all critical users, whose experience with other dormant sprays gives weight to their conclusions, comes similar testimony, “That ‘Scalecide’ is positively the most effective dormant spray ever used to date.’’ It does everything competitive remedies will do and in addition, controls pests and diseases they do not touch.
The manufacturers sell “Scalecide’”’ on this broad guarantee.
That “Scalecide” will make a better orchard than Lime-Sulphur or your money back.
You and your neighbors to be the judges.
To prove it, divide an orchard in two, your worst or best. Spray one-half with “‘Scalecide” and the other with Lime- Sulphur for three years, everything else (cultivation and summer sprays) being equal. If at the end of that time three disinterested fruit growers say that the part sprayed with ‘‘Scalecide” is not in every way better than that sprayed with Lime-Sulphur, we will return you the money you have paid for the “Scalecide.”
We konw the manufacturers are financially able and morally disposed to live up to the above guarantee. You will take no chances in using ‘“‘Scalecide’ for your dormant spray this year. Price: One-quart can 55c; shipping weight 3 Ibs.; 1 gal. can $1.00, shipping weight 11 Ibs.; 5 gal. can $7.50, shipping weight 50 Ibs.; 50-gal. barrel, $55.00, ship- ping weight 440 Ibs. If desired, “Scalecide’” can be sent Parcel Post in small sizes. See page 2 for amount to send for
postage. HOW TO MiX AND USE
“‘Scalecide” is a soluble or miscible oil that mixes instantly with water when stirred and stays mixed. It should form a white milky solution without oil floating on top. 2 It does not burn the face or hands or injure even your eyes, and is not poisonous to man or beast.
It does not corrode or destroy your pump. i “Scalecide” will do more to insure the health and vigor of your trees than anything else.
“Scalecide” as a Fungicide. All “Scalecide” contains a distinct fungicide and shows greater fungicidal action than
any other dormant spray. SIMPLICITY OF “SCALECIDE”
Any man who can spray with Lime-Sulphur can do twice as good a job with “‘Scalecide,” and cannot go wrong if he follows the simplest directions that any ten-year old boy of average intelligence can understand.
Add 1 gal. “Scalecide” to 15 gals. of water—stir and you are ready to spray any kind of trees that drop their leaves in winter, provided it is not too cold to be comfortable, say 40 degrees Fahr.
Use your finest spray disk on nozzle or spray gun and thoroughly wet the tree from the topmost twig down to the ground and around the base of the tree.
Don’t be afraid to get on too much.
You cannot get on one-half as much as you would with Lime-Sulphur, but you will do a better job and not so
disagreeable. WHAT TO SPRAY Spray any tree, shrub, bush or vine that drops its leaves in winter with “Scalecide,” 1 part to 15 parts of water. Evergreens and Conifers with 1 part “Scalecide” to 25 parts water. Citrus trees—1 part to 50 or 60 parts of water. When “‘Scalecide” is once mixed, it stays mixed.
Don’t pour water into ‘“Scalecide,”’ but “Scalecide” into water. Never mix “Scalecide” with anything but plain water. See that your spray pump is free from Lime-Sulphur and Arsenate of Lead, as it may curdle or cause chunks of
grease to form in the first few tanks. WHEN TO SPRAY
Spray any nice day after the leaves drop in the fall until the leaf-buds begin to swell and turn green in the spring, Don’t spray when there is danger of its freezing before it is dry on the trees.
For Spring and Summer Spray, See Corona Dry Arsenate of Lead, Page 95, also Remedies on next page.
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DISEASE AND PEST KILLERS (CONTINUED)
Poisons Are Not Admitted to the Mails, so are shipped by Express or Freight only.
On all other items not
quoted at Postpaid prices, see page 2 for amount to remit for postage.
ANT EXTERMINATOR
A non- poisonous powder, if scattered about their haunts or runs, will kill or drive away ants from lawns, ete. Boxes, 35¢ and 65c sizes, Postpaid.
STOP FEEDING PLANTS TO CUT WORMS
Cut Worm Killer is a coarse fibrous preparation for strewing near the plants to be protected. It has an entic- ing odor and the worms are attracted to it. There is no guess work about it doing the “business.” The dead cut worms which are found after its use “tell” the story.
Order Cut Worm Killer when you buy your seeds. The worms will not wait for you to buy it so have it on hand ready for use at the right time. The cut worm does most damage at night and in one or two nights may destroy your entire crop. One pound is sufficient for 175 plants when in hills and 100 lineal feet when in rows.
Satisfaction Guaranteed or Money Refunded.
Prices: 1-lb box, 35c, mailing weight 2 Ibs.; 5-lb can $1.25, shipping weight 7 Ibs.
COW EASE (Fly Driver)
Is a liquid preparation from non- poisonous materials, and will not gum the hair or blister the skin. A herd of milch cows sprayed reg- ularly through the fly season will yield on the average of 10 to 20 per cent more milk.
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CATTLE“ HORSES,
Stop this loss. Turn it into profits by giving your cows a spray of Cow-Ease before each milking. f It will save twice its cost. Yes, it rae eae Avcows gives added life, added strength, lex plat tde li added pulling power to your horses, } APENTER MORTON CO too.
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Price, quart 60c, weight 4 Ibs.; %4 gallon, weight 8 Ibs. 90c; gallon, weight, 15 Ibs. $1.50.
DUSTING SULPHUR
The most common fungus disease that annoy the gardener and orchardist are Early Blight on potatoes, Scab on apples and pears, and Brown Rot on peaches. Corona Dusting Sulphur is good for all these and can be used by itself or in combination with “Corona Dry,’”’ mixing the two in equal proportions. The mixing will save time in application and is to be preferred. Corona Dusting Sulphur is put up in standard packages. Price: Wlb. carton, lic; 1-lb., 25c; 5 Ibs., $1.00.
DRY POWDERED FUNGI-BORDO
Fungi-Bordo, the perfect Dry Bordeaux Mixture Concen- trate is a dry powder which you will receive in sift-proof, impervious packages. There is no freight to be paid on water, no danger of freezing or of drying out in the package, and the material always reaches you in prime condition for immediate use. For general use, use eight pounds of Dry Powdered Fungi-Bordo to fifty gallon of water will prove an effective insecticide and fungicide. 1 Ib., 50c; 5 Ibs., $2.25; 10 Ibs., $4.00.
“BLACK LEAF 40” Nicotine Sulphate—40 % Nicotine
This is the insecticide that is so highly recommended by Experiment Stations. It destroys Aphis (plant lice), Thrips, Leaf-hoppers on all trees, bush and vine fruits, vegetables, field crops, flowers and shrubs; also Apple Red Bug, Pear Psylla and similar soft-bodied sucking insects—all without injury to foliage.
May be combined with other sprays. Highly concentrated. Soluble in water—easy to mix—does not clog nozzle.
“Black Leaf 40” is a concentrated solution of Nicotine Sulphate and contains 40 per cent of Nicotine by weight. The difference between ‘free’ nicotine and nicotine sul- phate is that nicotine in the “free” state evaporates much more easily. Hence, the sulphate is to be preferred for purposes requiring more “lasting’’ properties, such as for spraying outdoor plants and trees, but not for fumigating.
You cannot go wrong by ordering “Black Leaf 40” for sucking insects.
PRICES: 1 oz. §$ .25 makes 6 gallons spray 1% Ib. 1.00 makes 40 to 120 gallons spray 2 Ib. 3.25 makes 160 to 500 gallons spray
SOAP AS A SPREADER In order to assist the ‘Black Leaf 40” to penetrate to and thoroughly wet the insect, it is advisable when spraying with “Black Leaf 40” alone to add 3 to 4 pounds of dissolved whale oil soap to every 100 gallons of spray. When using “Black Leaf 40’ in combination with other sprays, do not use soap.
INSECTO Effective remedy against fungus, since it is put up in powdered form, it is more easily handled than the Bordeau mixture which it replaces. One Ib. package, 55c; 5-lb. package, $2.25.
LIME-SULPHUR (Dry Form)
A good remedy for San Jose Seale; also an excellent fungicide. One lb., 40c; 5-lb. package, $1.75; 10-lb. pack- age, $3.00; 25-lb package, $6.75; 100 Ibs, $20.00.
“NICO-FUME” LIQUID “Nico-Fume” Liquid is a highly refined solution of free nicotine and is of exceptional purity. It is guaranteed to eontain 40 per cent of nicotine by weight in water solution. It contains no alcohol, camphor or other chemicals or adulterations which might impair its efficiency or injure plants. One-fourth Ib. can, 75c; 1-lb., $2.50; 4 Ibs., $7.00.
“NICO-FUME” PAPER
For fumigating greenhouses, replacing the old tobacco stem method. For the ordinary greenhouse (100 feet long by 20 feet wide) eight or ten sheets will usually furnish a strong fumigation; larger or smaller houses in propor- tion. Price: 24 sheets, $1.25; 144 sheets, $5.00.
POISON BAIT
“Corona Dry” is the best poison that can be used for this purpose. Take the proper amount of bran, mix it with 10 per cent “Corona Dry’? and 10 per cent molasses, by weight, and seatter it about the infested trritory i: small bails, about the size of a plum. The Cut Worms will leave the ground to eat the bait and will be killed in large
numbers. TOBACCO DUST
When dusted over young plants, it is very efficient in repelling many kinds of bugs and in keeping the foliage from Aphis and Lice. Its specific uses have been indicated under the different plants and vegetables enumerated. There need be no fear of using too much because it does no harm and is considered a good fertilizer. Price: One. half Ib., 15c; Ib., 25c; 5 Ibs., $1.00; 10 Ibs., $1.75.
TARRED FELT DISK
Effective protection against the ‘‘root mag- got.”” For young plants when first set and such as cabbage, cauliflower, etc. Price, 70c per 100, Postpaid. Write for quantity prices.
FORMALDEHYDE
For the prevention of smut on grains; it is easy to apply. One bottle, diluted with 40 to 50 gallons of water is sufficient to treat thoroughly 30 bu. of wheat or barley for smut; 40 bu. of oats for smut; or 60 bu. of flax for wilt. Sixteen oz. bottle 75c.
Directions Spread the grain on the barn floor, then sprinkle the solution over the grain using a sprayer or fine nozzle water pot. Shovel the grain over thoroughly until each kernel is saturated after which allow the grain to dry thoroughly and promptly.
WHALE OIL SOAP
Used in the greenhouse, nursery and anywhere that insect life exists. Per lb., 25c; 5-lb. box for 85c.
Whale Oil Soap Solution. Dissolve 2 ounces of soap to 1 gallon of water for all small fruit. For large fruit trees, shade trees, ete., use 3 ounces of soap per gallon.
Very effective as a spreader for “Black Leaf 40” Nico- Fume, Liquid etc.
HANDY SPRAYING CALENDAR .
Vetim Pest Remedy Application
Red Bugs) ite ceecscscsreece Black Leaf 40 ............ Ist, when blossoms show pink; 2nd, when they fall. ...Fungi-Bordo -lst, before blossoms open; 2nd, just after blossoms drop. ..-Fungi-Bordo _ ...... -lst, before blossoms open; 2nd, just after blossoms drop.
Scab and Rust ... Brown Spot ...
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Codling Moth . ..Arsenate of Lead -lst, as blossoms fall; 2nd, 10 days later. Head Borer Scalecide)-..22 2. <... Saturate tree trunks fall and spring when dormant. Buds Moth eicseeeensaee Arsenate of Lead ..... When buds open. San Jose Scale .......... Scealecide .............. -After leaves fall and before they appear in the spring. APPLE Aphis or Lice .............. Black Leaf 40 . .Spray when buds are green. CHERRY Oyster Shell Scale ....Scalecide .... -When trees are dormant fall or spring. PEACH Sooty (Spot cs esceeee Scalecide .... When trees are dormant fall or spring. i PEAR Curcnlio 2c Arsenate of Lead ...... 1st, as soon as blossoms fall; 2nd, 10 days later. ' PLUM, Etc. Apple Maggott -........... Arsenate of Lead ...... July 1st; repeat in 10 days. } Canker Worm ............. Scalecide: i: 2.2. cecee When trees are dormant. }
Tent Catterpillar .....Arsenate -As insects appear.
Canker? Sealecide . i Brown Rot Scalecide) v2.2.2. Fall or spring when dormant. ; |] Slugs ......Arsenate of Lead ...... When they appear. Leaf Roller Sealecide .... and spring when dormant. Leaf Curl . ...Sealecide . and spring when dormant. | Psylla Sealecide .... and spring. Shot Hole Borer Sealecide .... or spring when dormant saturate. Brown Mite .................- Sealecide .... or spring when dormant saturate. ASPARAGUS ..Fungi-Bordo ...........--- After crop is cut; burn rusted brush. i Arsenate of Lead ...... After harvest. BEAN} ..Anthranose Fungi-Bordo :
Leaf Spot .
BLACKBERRY and Anthranose RASPBERRY
..Fungi-Bordo ... Same as above. |
Fungi-Bordo When needed. Fungi-Bordo ....When needed.
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Aphis Black Leaf 40 ...........As insect appears. >| CABBAGE Root Maggott .............. Tobacco Dust ...........- Around each plant. . | and Cabbage Worm .......... Arsenate of Lead ..... When pest appears. . CAULIFLOWER Cabbage Looper ........ Arsenate of Lead ..... When pest appears. Cut sWorm gece secee Cut Worm Killer .... When pest appears.
--Corn Ear Worm ......... Arsenate of Lead .... When silk appears.
-Downy Mildew ...........Fungi-Bordo ................ When disease appears
Squash Bug ... .. Black Leaf 40 .... .When pest appears.
-Beetles .......... ...Tobacco Dust ... Sprinkle vines when pest appears. Tobacco Dust ....Around stems to prevent. Arsenate of Lead .... When insects appear. .-Fungi-Bordo ..When disease appears.
CURRANT GOOSEBERRY ........ GREENHOUSE Red Spider ....
...Nico-Fume -When insects appear. BIVAINTS Face ieeccscees .... Aphis Nico-Fume ....When insects appear. GRAPE. ....... Sees Brown) Rot .....228..2.5. Fungi-Bordo. .............When disease appears. — pee re a | Downy Mildew ...Fungi-Bordo ....When disease appears. Flea Beetle ..Arsenate of Lead ...... When insects appear. Slugs Arsenate of Lead ..... When insects appear. GRAING@ 2. 22S Smits TOT Formaldehyde ............ Treat seed before planting. — oe | Black Leaf 40 and | ONIONS: 22s Thrips-Blight .............. Whale Oil Soap ....When pest appears. = + —---— SS | POTATO Sarre ae Aphis" Lice!) 2 aes Black Leaf 40 ............ When pests appear. |
Early Blight ... .. When plants are six inches high Late Blight-Rot aes and repeat to take care of later growth. Beetle (Potato Bug)..Arsenate of Lead ..... When insects appear. lea: Beetle teens. Arsenate of Lead ..... When insects appear.
ROSHES2 Se Plant Lice Black Leaf 40 .
Fungi-Bordo
insects appear.
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Rose Scale dormant, fall or early spring. Rose Slug pest appears. Rose Bug pest appears. Red Spider ... pest appears.
Black Leaf 40 a STRAWBERRY .......... Leaf Roller .............. Arsenate of Lead .... In August, when fruit has een gathered. __ i :
Green Aphis ....
pest appears. ;
Rust Leaf Blight . SHADE TREES .......... Borers oe... _.ssuses-e. Sealecide ..Saturate thoroughly fall and spring. Elm Leaf Beetle ........ Arsenate of Lead ......About June 15th. Arsenate of Lead ..... When needed, as pest appears. Brown Tail Moth ...... Arsenate of Lead ...... When needed, as pest appears.
..Fungi-Bordo .. When disease appears.
Gypsys Moth ee Arsenate of Lead .......When needed, as pest appears.
Oyster Shell Scale ....Scalecide .........2-..0.2. When trees are dormant. ) TOMATO Riesree Cut Worms .... See Cabbage Berg ae ae
Worms ........
See Cabbage
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CORONA DRY ARSENATE OF LEAD
page 94).
the foliage.
It is formed by the combination of lead oxide and arsenate oxide. containing not the smallest fraction of inert material. arsenic—the most effective known poison for leaf-eating insects—which is closely combined with pure lead, in such a way that there is no free arsenic left to “burn”
Try the best known method of protecting your plants. prevents their getting a start, or destroys them after they appear.
do the work twice as fast. Rain does not wash it off easily. efficiently with Hand Duster.
The Leading Insecticide for Spring and Summer Spraying, Either Commercial or Heme Orchardists and the “‘Standard’”’ for Convenience and Efficiency, for Application With Water or in Dry Form on Fruit Trees, Potatoes, Etc.
(See Spraying Calender
It is all active— This product contains one-third
For the Home Orchard or Kitchen Garden, when used as a dusting application, will rid your place of bugs and worms just as it does the commercial grower. erly, there was nothing which the small grower could use conveniently to kill insect pests. But now “Corona Dry” the man with a small garden or a few fruit trees.
Form-
is sold in small packages to meet the urgent need of
This universal insecticide Ideal for either
large or small gardens, small and large fruits, flowers and ornamental trees. It is safe to use and will not “burn” foliage. Superior to Paris Green because it covers the plant more thoroughly. You can
It gets under the leaves better and kills the hidden bugs. “Corona Dry” is applied in dry dust form very See page 91.
“CUnONA DRY” kills Corn Ear Worms, Currant Worms and dozens of others, in addition to the many fruit tree
pests. Being a poison, it is excluded from the U. S. Mail. Price: %-lb. package, 40c; 1-lb. package 70c.
Must be sent by Express or Freight.
SEND FOR FREE CORONA BOOKLET, “GARDEN PESTS AND THEIR CONTROL.”
We are unable to quote on quantities so far in advance. Lead in the Mountain States, and can always make bed-rock prices.
We are General Agents for Corona Dry Arsenate of Write us.
NO. OF TREES OR PLANTS PER ACRE SET AT REGULAR DISTANCES
aD iateice No. of Plants Distance apart
by. 1 ‘footw ee eee . 43,560 5 by 3. feet 2 by 1 Pie. a 180 5 by 4 feet 2 by 2 10,890 5 by 5 feet 3 by 2 7,260 6 by 6 feet 3.0 oy 8 4,840 7 by 7 feet 4 byl 10,890 9 by 9 feet 4 by 2 5,445 10 by 10 feet 4 by 3 3,630 11 by 11 feet 4 by4 2,722 12 by 12 feet 5 by DL feet) 2 eee 8,712 13 by 13 feet 5 by 2 4,356 14 by 14 feet
TABLE OF DISTANCES FOR PLANTING FRUIT
Apples, Standard, 30 to 40 ft. each
way. Pears, Standard, 20 to 25 ft. each way Cherries, 18 to 20 ft. each way. Plums, 16 to 18 ft. each way
Apricots,
Quinces, 12 ft.
Peaches, 16 to 18 ft. each way. 16 to 18 ft. each way. each way.
Currants, 3 to 4 ft. each way. Gooseberries, 3 to 4 ft. each way.
No. of Plants Distance apart No. of Plants : 2,904 15 by 15 feet z 193 2,178 16 by 16 feet 170
1,742 17 by 17 feet 150
1,200 18 by 18 feet 134
888 19 by 19 feet 120
537 20 by 20 feet 108
435 25 by 25 feet 69
360 33 by 33 feet 40
302 40 by 40 feet 27
257 50 by 50 feet 17
222 60 by 60 feet 12
ase-2s.8 56 by 66 feet 10
TREES, ETC.
Raspberries, 3 to 4 ft. each way. Blackberries, 6 to 8 ft. each way. Strawberries, 144 to 3 ft. each way. Grapes, 8 to 10 ft. each way.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Achillea 5 | Cowslip 3| Incubators ..... ; Plants, Bedding Abronia . 45| Coxcomb .. -. 46|Ice Plant .. . 49| Plants, Vevetable . 82 i Acroclilium . 45|Crab Apple ... .. 75 | Insecticides Rlumss ee 76 Adonis _ ...... - 45|Crab, Flowering .. 200) Irises Poplar ... 73 Ageratum . 45| Cranberry Highbush .. 70|Ivy Boston . Poppy Alfalfa, Seed. EOD CHESS jo ccerecseees .. 15|Ivy English .... be Poppy-California ............... 48 Alfalfa, Meal ... 81) Cucumber 20 Portulaca .... . 51 Almond, Flowering 2169)||Currants 2 18 Potatoes ...... . 28 Altheas ..... 69-70} Currant, Flowering AO J Poultry Supplies . Alyssum ... .... 45| Cyclamen. ....... .. 47| Jack and the Bean Stock.... 68 | Primrose . 53 Amaranthus ... 45| Cydonia ..... ..70|Japan Hop Vine .... .. 49} Privet ers Ampelopsis ..... 45-68] Cypress Vine ..........00.-.......--- 47|Japan Quince .. Prunes . 16 Antirrhinum .. ee Ab Job’s Tears .... Pruning Knives 90 Apios Tuberosa. . 56 Joseph’s Coat Sie P. Thunbergiana Apple . 15 D Pumpkin Apricot .. S06 Pyrethrumyees see Aaquilegia 45|Dahlia .. 57-58 K Artichoke ..... *eL9)|(Daisy 47, 65 | Kale .. 1S Q Aristolochia Sipho . 45} Daisy, Shast: ... 47, 66 | Kochia 49 - ‘Ash penis . 72| Delphinium 49, 66|Kohlrabi _. 1 18 | QUINCE nena eeeececenceeeeeeenee 17 Asparagus .... .9, 32|,Deutzia ..... .. 69|Kudzu Vine .... Asparagus Fern. 65, 45| Dewberry ... os ters ran thus Es 48, 86 ii Radish lely trap {. jase ean Raspberry 78 B Digitalis — 4)/66)| AES a ee - 49, 66 Rhubarb .. 29 | Dili “’ 99|Lathyrus Latifolius OZR Fons 46 i Lawn Grass ..... 41 ; 4 Balsams .... 45|Dolichos .. -.. AT Ties: 3 e Roses .... 61-64 Barley .... 37| Dusty Miller occ 46 Tet concn 8 Rosemary . 20 | Beans 10 ettuce Rudbeckia .. 66 Beets 11 Lilacs Rutabaga 32 - Linden oa Begonia 45 E Lobel Rye Beet Seraps gS obelia ellisieo se: - ATI Plan an Bermuda Grass. - 33 Elder Golden L a OD M Saceniterd Bignonia 68|Flm_ ......... Maderia Vine 56 Salpiglossis Birch ......... - 12) Endive _ .... Mangel Wurzel . 12-13 | Saisify 5 Birds, Canary - 84| Esch-Scholitzia Maple ............. 1218 | Soiia : Bird Seed .... . 84 Maruca . 47\'S f Blackberry .... . 78 Marigold . “50 Scabiow 7 Bleeding Heart 66 F Marjoram ... "90 Ronee naa > Books _....... - 95 Marvel of Peru E .--. 48 Shrubs, Hard 69-71 Borecole ... . 18|Farm Seeds ate Matricaria ......... 50, 66/5 ’p y 90-91 | Boston Ivy ... 45, 68| Ferns ........ Matrimony Vine E68) Gene eee 53 Bromus Inermis .... 83 | Fertilizers Meat Scraps ..... SAB Li| Qos dta Soca Saar Bulbs Fungicides _.. = Melon, Musk 99 | Snapdragon Brooders Flax Seed Meal . N82) wretanaaWateck * 93 | Snowball ~ 71 Forget-me-not . -- 48 | wripnonett "50 Snowberry - 71 Forsythia ..... LEON ee 5 Spinach 30 Cc . : Milkoline . . 84 Spi val Four _o’clock < Wee) cove = 4 Milkmash . - 80] squash 30 Cabbage Foxglove ...... Millet : 87 l Stock Read : Cages, Bird ............-.---..:-:e0- g4| Fruits, Small Mock Orange 5 ith Steals Sas 53, 65 Calf Meal .. ce Molasses Cane . 2/88) Steasberrym: 7g Calla = G Moonflower .... . 50 Sorgum Cane ~ 38 Calliopsis . Morning Glory - 50| Sunflower 48 Calendula Garden Pest Kilers ........ 92-95 | Mountain Ash .- 73 | Sweet Peas Campanula... Gaillardia ....... 48, 66|Mourning Bride - -- 53) Sweet Sultan 46 Canary Bird Vi seceeeceeseneeee Garlic ..... ... 25| Mulberry Teas Weeping... 73 | Sweet Wialliamie o 55 Candy Tuft ... .. 46 Geranium _. 65| Mushroom Spawn 1 4 Swiss Chard fn 80 Canna lynn asn.secertenespemncecascetensrenanoe 46| Gladiolus ~ 58] Mustard Sone a5 “71 Canterbury Bells 66 Godetin 48 | Myosotis Surel * g9 Caragana Sibercia ................ 70! Golden Bell ral ERS es ey Carnations - 48| Golden Rod ..... ne4s N T Casor Bean -- 46 pany a ee Nasturtium .... BL | Tamarix nn. eeceeeecscseeesneeeee a Catalpa ..... wh(2 | ourdsenane ae ee Nicotiana . 50 Catnip ..... 20|l(G@ranes ail Nigella 4 Cauliflower Til Geasste Bent eeieuee 1 Grass, Blue F elery ...... een). 33 | Oats Giles Seatdene sen Cae gees = $l Ora’ or Guo seb eee eae || Celosia - BAG | ieee ee Onions 25 Turnip Ro . Centaurea... es ac (Pree WED co ah ew Onion Sets 5 eB icory .... je LD] Cenaa@inamentale eee Oxalisiie 5 Chick Manna, 81| Gras? Quenard 7 gg| Oyster Plant - 29 y Chives pein. -- 82) Grass, Red Top ...... ~~” gg| Oyster Shell .. . 82!) Vegetable Marrow ..............-- 30 Chrysanthemums 66 Grass, Rye ~ 33] Orchard Pest K Vegetable Plants .. 82 Cinnamon Vines... een 56 Grass" Seed “Mixture SG 84 | Verbenas | Clematis ................ 68] Grass, Timothy Fiat CY | Vetches Climbing Vines .........sssses+e0 68| Gypsophilia srreeernnsges 26 | Palms Vines ....... Clovers 36 - SMPLI A Getd REF Pansy 5| Violet, Swee' Cobaea .. AG Papaver Virginia Creeper i Coix Sa.3 . 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