Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. Established 1887. BY STECHER LITHO.CO, ROGH, NY co evaieer 1202) Tt OFFICE REGAIN, US, PATE MANNS 3 C2 Forresp. @R. HILLEN SiGe opr BeLair we BALTIMORE, MD. laa Tints RO OH a hg $ y ° ° ° ° ° ¢ % ° ° t ¢ ¢ j 5 5 5 5 j 5 y ¢ ? 5 6 J. MANNS & CO.'S SEEDS Are the Standard of Quality and the Key to the Success of Gardening. True to Low in Name aan Price. 1 = cu High in ry uy y : ul Tested and; Vitality. eS | Wiha i a f all Proven. SE ea) al OUR TERMS ARE STRICTLY CASH WITH THE ORDER. We do not send C.O. D., as the cost of collecting return charges is quite an unnecessary item of expense; and the prices being given, we can conceive of no necessity to warrant goods being so sent. We make no charge for boxes or cartage to depots, wharves or express offices. Two-bushel seamless bags are charged at 15 cents each. POSTAGE FREE. Seeds by the packet, ounce or quarter-pound will be sent by mail at catalogue prices. In quantities of half-pound and upward, postage must be added to catalogue prices at the rate of 8 cents per pound. For peas and beans, add 15 cents per quart, and corn, ro cents per quart to catalogue prices. HOW TO ORDER. Please be careful to sign your name, post-office, county and state, on each and every letter sent us. Cash should accompany the order Money can be sent safely either by post-office order, bank draft, express, or the cash by registered letter. We accept 1-cent and 2 cent postage stamps the same as cash. ORDER EARLY. It would be a great accommodation to us if more of our customers would order their seeds before the rush of our busy season. If, however, you should postpone ordering even until the seeds are actually needed, you may rely upon getting them promptly mee J. MANNS & CO., Truckers’ Favorite Seed House. Belair Market and Hillen Street, = = = = = BALTIFORE, MD. Spr yar Map Yor Yor Myo pire yao pie aro! pie ark parla ° 5 ° 5 ° ° 5 ¢ ° y ¢ 5 t ° ) ; ° y ¢ 5 ¢ ; ; D ANN J. MANNS & COMPANY. N PRESENTING you with this book we wish to say that we have carefully avoided exaggerated claims of merit, and exclude every- thing worthless, omitting the endless number which are out of date. We avoid offering the same varieties under from one to four different names, and the reader can be assured that every variety listed has proved with us fully equal to our description of it. The value of Seed is measured not by what it is, but by what it will produce; this will depend upon qualities, which are not sure, and of which the buyer cannot judge. He is, therefore, forced to trust to the seller. RELIABILITY has been our watcHworp and arm throughout our business life. We have spared neither labor nor pains in ascertaining how and where the best Seeds can be produced; the growth of our business and the confidence old customers repose in us “re sufficient evidence. OUR PRICES ARE LOW. While we believe that price is of secondary importance to the successful planter, yet it is by no means to be overlooked. Our aim is to supply the Best SEEDS AT THE Lowsst PossiBLe PRICE. IF YOU HAVE NEVER TRIED OUR SEEDS we shall be pleased to have your inquiries and orders, and promise you in advance courteous and business-like attention. We feel assured you will be pleased and profited in the use of our Seeds. We test all our Seeds before sending out; and should they fail when properly tested by the customer, we will replace the same amount or give value in others, but cannot give any warranty, express or implied, as to crops, etc. Ifthe purchaser does not accept the goods on these conditions they must be returned at once, and the amount that has been paid for same will be refunded. . All orders have our personal attention. Very respectfully, J. MANNS G CO. practice step o RUAN EAM RA A POPE BON SERIE ©o J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. SF SPATAGUS. sos: 10 Ibs., $3.50. 1 oz. for 60 feet drill; 400 plants. LB0DOODOOLOPODEDLODODOO FEF PDO PON IS OOOOrwweaeeecr esen5_enee sees ees ae To grow plants from seed, sow in April or May, in drills about one inch deep, in rowsa foot apart. Summer “‘thin out,” and the following Spring the plants may be set out in beds, 6x6 feet wide, with a path two feet wide on each side; set the plants about a foot apart each way, with the plants four inches below the surface. soil and the more manure used, the greater the crop.. Annually after the first cutting, the bed should be given a liberal top dressing of manure, ashes and salt, which should be well cultivated into the soil. yellow in the Fall they should be cut and removed from the beds, and just before Winter cover the beds with four inches of coarse strawy manure or leaves, which should be removed in the Spring. Keep the soil mellow and free from weeds. During the The deeper the As soon as the tops turn BROOD ODODE BEBE BEL OBOE BEI BPP AFI OOO YO VY f M Colossal.—The standard variety. The shoots are of the largest size; very productive and of the best quality. The Palmetto.—This variety is not only much earlier, but is also a better yipider, and is more even than the Old Favorite. planted in all parts of the country, and the reports we hear indicate that it is equally well adapted for all sections, North and South. Package, 5c.; 14 Ib., 15c.; Ib., 40c.; ASPARAGUS ROOTS. Any variety, two-year-old, per 100, 75c.; by mail, $1.00; per 1000, $4.00. dc. a package ; 15c. & Ib.; 40c. lb. The Palmetto has now been #Heans . se hae One quart will plant 100 feet of drill; 1 to 1% bushels to the acre. Wesupply % peck at peck rates. PARRA RRAARAR ADDO OOOO oe5uoern cs see eee Plant assoonas the ground is warm and dry in drills two and one-half feet apart, and drop the beans three inches apart. ¢ For a succession sow every three weeks until the 15th of August. Hoe often, but never when wet with dew or rain, as earth will rust the leaves and injure the crop. renee eoreeeeeseey —eoreree ! New Stringless Green Pod. This Bean, of recent introduction, has already found first place in the list of Short Snap varieties. The pods are a rich green, verv round and straight, five inches long, solidly meaty and broad, deeply saddle-backed, or creased along the back, caused by the rounded swell of the fleshy sides. The pods are tender, brittle, and of finest flavor; always entirely stringless even when fully matured. It combines in itself the chief merits of all the other varieties, viz.; unusual hardiness, extreme earliness and productive- ness. Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.25.; bush., $4.00. Giant Stringless Green Pod.—This new variety should not be compared with New Stringless Green Pod, rom which it is entirely distinct, resembling more closely the Valentine; the pods averaging one-third larger than the latter variety ; it is nearly a week later than Extra Early Valentine if planted at the same time. The plants are of a strong growth, very productive, pods 5-6 inches long, light green, slightly curved and very meaty. The very round pods are brittle and stringless at all stages, and of mild Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $3.50. flavor. / Hopkins’ Improved Red Valentine. At least 10 days earlier than Karly Valentine, and usually ready to pick in 35 days after planting. Pods round, thick, fleshy, of finest quality, and unequalled in uniformity of ripening ; one of the most profitable sorts for gardeners. Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $3.50. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 3 Green Podded Varieties. * Barly Red Valentine.—The old standard variety; early round pods and very prolific. bush., $3.25. ~»’ White Valentine.—The seed of this Bean being ames gives it additional value, as it can be used green asa snap bean or as a Winter shell bean. 20c. a qt.; $1.00 a peck; $4.00 a bushel. Extra Early Refugee.—The earliest of the green- odded kinds, furnishing a fleshy pod of fine quality. The vines are a little smaller and more upright growing and the leaves distinctly lighter colored than those of the Late Ref- ugee, though the dry beans are of the same shape and color. Quart, 15c.; peck 75c.; bush., $3.00 «© Retugee, or Thousand to One.—Maturing later than Extra Early Refugee, with larger foliage; very prolific. Quart, 15c.; peck, 75c.; bush., $3.00. Best of All.—Pods long, very fleshy, succulent, stringless and rich in flavor; are produced early and undantly; one of the most valuable green-podded beans for market or family use. Quart, 15c.; peck, 75c., bush., $3.00. \ * Dwarf Horticultural, or Cherry.—Pods are of medium length, slightly curved or sickle-shaped, and when nearly developed are freely splashed with bright red on the skin. It is one of the best varieties to grow for green shell-beans in cool locations where the Limas do not suc- ceed. The green beans are of good size, tender and of fine flavor, they are highly esteemed when cooked with sweet corn as Succotash. The surplus beans not needed for use during the Summer make excellent soup or baking beans for Winter. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $4.00. The Goddard, or Boston Favorite.—Tall bush orsemi-running growth, eighteen inches to two feet in height, producing a large crop of pods. These are flat, five inches in length, one-half inch broad, with a long slender point. The pods when young are excellent for using as snapshorts, being brittle, juicy, mild in flavor, and nearly stringless. For Winter use the pods should be allowed to ripen on the plants. As the pods attain full size they become thickly marked with purplish flakes. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.15; bush., $4.00. Dwarf Wax=Pod Bush Beans. OL; New Pencil Pod Wax. __ The Wax-Podded Beans are highly esteemed for their mild flavor and handsome appearance, and by many the lighter coloring, when prepared for the table, is preferred. Nearly all the varieties are valuable also for use as Winter Shell-Beans, but are not so productive as other varieties of- fered on this page, especially for that purpose. Being more tender than the green-podded sorts they should not be planted until the trees are well out in leaf and the nights quite warm. checked, and the pods are smaller and not so fine in appearance, Quart, 15c.; peck, 90c.; ; If planted too early, the growth becomeg,j== (Cylinder Pod, or Improved Black Wax).— Dwarf bush growth and very prolific, this is the earliest maturing wax-podded variety. Pods three to four inches in length, usually curved, quite round, meaty, brittle and entirely stringless, deep golden yellow, of excellent flavor. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.25; bush., $4.50. VY Wardwells Kidney Wax.—Strong, upright bush growth, fifteen inches in height, very productive. Pods straight, fleshy, five inches in length and one-half inch broad. A rich golden yellow, brittle and entirely string- less even when fully developed, of mild flavor. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $5.50. Currier’s Rust-Proof Golden Wax.—This va- riefy is one of the best Beans ever introduced, very pro- ductive, with long flat pods fully one-third larger than any other sort; earlier than any other Wax Bean known. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $6.00. »,Golden Wax.—Very Pods large, creamy yellow and stringless. peck, $1.25.; bush., $4.50. ~ tb” New Round Pod Kidney Wax Bean.—This is a selection from the famous Wardwell’s Kidney Wax Bean. As its name indicates, its pods are round instead of flat. It seems destined to entirely supersede the flat-podded Ward- well’s. The plant grows strong and sturdy, with long, round, handsome stringless pods of large size, very solid and full of meat, crisp and brittle. It is wonderfully early and productive, and will become very popular. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.75. early, tender and _ prolific. Quart, 15c., y New Pencil-Pod Wax.—An extremely good new Bean, being very early, very prolific and of excellent flavor. The pods are from five to six inches long, thick, fleshy, as round asa pencil and absolutely stringless. A beauty in shape and color of the true waxy type. We call it the ‘‘Seek-no-further’’ of all Wax Beans. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.50. Davis Kidney Wax.—tThis plant is a vigorous grower, carrying the pods well up from the ground. In productiveness it is astonishing, as it will produce at least one-third more bushels of pods to the acre than any other Wax Bean. The pods are long, straight, oval, of clear waxy-white color, and handsome, often growing to a length of seven to eight inches, and when fit for use are quite stringless and of fine flavor. One of the main points of superiority over other sorts is its extreme hardi- ness and shipping qualities. Another good point of merit is, the plants produce a very small portion of waste or second quality pods. Quart, 20c., peck, $1.50; bush., $5.50- Varieties for Use as Shell Beans. These are grown in large quantities for the Winter market. They are desirable also to raise for home use. They should be planted in rows three and a half to four feet apart for horse cultivation, dropping three or fourseeds in hills one foot apart in the row. The land should be rich and the plants given frequent cultivation during growth. When pods ripen the plants may be pulled up on a clear day, well dried and stored in a barn for threshing when convenient. White Marrowfat. grown for white soup beans. in habit, two feet in height and very productive. good size, slightly oval, and quite thick through. 15c.; peck, 75c.; bush., $2.50. YWhite Kidney Royal Dwart.—An excellent shelled Bean, green or ripe. One of the best for Winter use. Seeds large, white, kidney-shaped. Quart, 20c.; peck, 75c.; bush., $3.00. White Navy or Pea Bean.—A |well-known pro- 20c.; peck, 75c.; bush., $3.00. This is the standard variety The plants are semi-running Beans of Quart, ductive standard sort. OQt., 4 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. - DWARE LIMA BEANS. These ‘varieties are of true Bush or Dwarf form, growing but eighteen-to twenty inches high without supports. About two weeks earlier than the Climbing Limas, abundant bearers until frost. one foot apart in the row. Plant in rows two feet apart, plants Vacs Bush Lima.—Beans as large as the large Pole Lima, but dwarf, and come absolutely true from seed. The bushes grow eighteen to twenty inches high, of short growth and always erect, branching vigorously. The bush character is thoroughly established. It is an immense Bean, bearing from fifty to two hundred handsome large pods, well filled with very large beans. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., , $9.00. 7A Dreer’s Dwart Lima.—True bush Ze fgrin of Dreer’s Pole Lima. Matures early, \\ very productive, grow close together in the pod, thick, sweet, tender and succulent. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $6.00. : /_ Dreer’s Wonder Dwarf Lima.— S #ihis new selection is quite a decided im- = provement on -the well known Burpee’s Bush Lima, being seven to ten days earlier, = with pods four to five inches in length, each Z= containing three and sometimes four large _ beans of finest flavor. This strain is of a peck, $1.75. Burpee Bush Lima. POLE LIMA BEAN S.—Stangen-Zohnen. 1 quart to 150 hills. VA Ford’s Mammoth Podded.—This grand Lima Bean is the result of over twenty years’ selection by James Ford, one of the oldest market gardeners of Pennsylvania. The pods grow to an average length of seven inches, and are produced in great clusters, with from five to seven beans per pod, of most excellent quality, for using either green or dry. The vines grow vigorously, setting the beans early at the bottom of the pole, and continue in bearing right up to frost. Ford’s Mammoth Podded is without exception the largest podded, finest flavored and most productive of all Lima Beans. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $5.50. Seibert’s Early Lima.—The earliest true Pole Lima Bean. The vine is very vigorous aud productive. The pods are large, but thin, and can be more easily opened than those of other varieties. The green beaus are large, very handsome and of the best quality. In earliness, ease of shelling, size, beauty and quality of the green beans this variety is superior, and must come to be recognized as one of the best of all for either the garden or market. Quart, 25cpeck, $1.50; bush., $5.50. / King of the Garden.—A vigorous grower, bearing profusely, large pods, varying in length from five to six inches, beans large and of rich flavor. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $5.50. y Large White.—Considered by many the most de- licious of the bean family, a general favorite for home use or market. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $5.50. V Dreer’s Improved.—The distinctive features of this dre early maturity, large yield and extra quality. The bean itself is thick and round, rather than oval-shaped, as most of the other Limas are. Quart, 25c.; bush., $5.50. HORTICULTURAL POLE BEANS. The pole varieties of Beans are of strong running growth, and need stout poles or other support on which to climb. They require a longer season to mature pods than the bush varieties, but by reason of their stronger growth are more productive, and growing on poles are more easily gathered. The varieties we offer are all of excellent qual- ity, are highly desirable to plant to produce dry shell beans for Winter use. When planted in the garden, poles should be set three to four feet apart each way. A shovelful of rich compost or well rotted manure should be placed in the soibat the base of the pole before planting the seed. ” Lazy Wife’s Pole Bean.—The pods grow from six to eight inches long, entirely stringless, of a rich, buttery flavor when cooked. Pods retain their tender, rich flavor until nearly ripe. A good white shell bean for Winter use. Quart, 25c.; peck, $1.50; bush., $6.00. t Vy. Horticultural, Cranberry, or Wren’s Egg.— This is a popular old variety for either snap-shorts or dry shell beans, especially adapted for short seasons and cool locations. The vines are of strong growth and productive; pods four to five inches in length, one-half inch broad, thick and fleshy. As they mature, both the pods and dry beans become thickly striped with rich carmine markings. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.25. hf Red Speckled, Cut Short, or Corn Hill.—An ld variety, very popular for planting among corn, and will give a good crop without poles. Vines medium, not twin- ing tightly, pods short, round and tender. Quart, 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $4.00. or BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. ee Karly Flat Egyptian.—This is a flat Beet, very early and deep red e color, the earliest Beetin cul- tivation, and from its first in- troduction till now has deserv- 1p edly been a favorite variety. — = Rothe Ruben. | The Beetis small,flat and deep RAs { oz. to 50 feet of drill; 5 Ibs. | ted, and our stock is the very NA : ‘i 2 best from the originator. \ to the acre. | Pkg., 5c.; % Ib. 15c.; Ib., 35c. \ K , ‘ SSNS NW Seg iD “ SY Meee iaccnsroctene tana | _Crosby’s Improved E&yptian Beet, Extra. : Sow in drills about one foot apart and two | 7 oie ee awa Edmund's inches deep. For an early supply, sow in the 9 | EK ar ly .—A very SEIS OOH / Spring as soon as the ground becomes fit to 3 strain of Blood-Red Egyptian, ¥ Blood Tur- work. For ean crop sow the pied week ae , carefully selected for years by R May, and for Winter use sow in June. to) = Ste Be nip Beet. grow Beets to their greatest perfection, a ¢ | Mr. Crosby, a noted market deep worked and thoroughly enriched light ¢ | gardener, whose | aim was to sandy loam is required. secure a perfect forcing varie- Saeimenite et | ty. The results obtained were handsome form, good size, few small tops, very small tap root, fine quality, and, above all, quick, rapid growth. The shape is very desirable, pot quite so flat as the ordinary Egyptian, nor so round as the Eclipse. Takes on its turnip shape and looks well even in the early stages of its growth, on which account it is preferred for forcing to the Globe and Half-Long varie- ties, which require longer time to grow to presentable market shape. This is a decided Dewing’s Improved. advantage to those who force for real early market, and especially for a market where beets are sold in bunches. It is preferred to all others for forcing in frames or for first sowing outside. Being a rapid grower it may be sown outside as late as July. Pkt., 5c.; 4% Ib., 15c.; lb. 3dc. Extra Early Eclipse.—This is without doubt j the best variety of the early sorts. It is very early, maturing next to the Egyptian. The bulbs are of a dark scarlet color, very smooth, globular shape, quality is excellent and much better than Egyptian. Highly esteemed by market gardeners. Pkg., dc.; 4 lb., lic.; lb.,,35c. ’ Dewing’s Improved Blood Turnip.— he leading main crop variety. Roots smooth, hand- { some, good size, tender and sweet. A favorite with marketmen. ‘he seed we offer is grown from selected Beets and is unexcelled by any in the country. Pkt., 5ce.; % Ib., 15c.; lb., 35c. Arlington Favorite.—A Beet of fine form, Sood flavor, deep blood-red colored flesh, small foliage, for general market garden cultivation i k hardsto excel. Pkt., 5c.; { Ib., 15c.; Ib., 50c. Crosby’s Egyptian. wee Early Blood Turnip.—Is handsome in shape, early deep red color, and gives satisiac- tion,to the most practical and experienced growers. % lb., ldc.; lb., 35c. ¥Y Detroit Dark Red.—New upright-growing tops, with few leaves and small neck, firm- fleshed and perfectly shaped roots, with dark red, tender, crisp, sweet flesh, make this an ideal early and general market sort, popular alike with grower and consumer. Oz., 10c.; 4% oye ti Xone lb., 40c. &Eamuna’s Blood Turnip.—This is a very good strain of turnip Beet, it is medium early, it is flat round in shape, with flesh of a darker color than the average Beet. Customers will find it an excellent variety for general crop, where a dark colored crop Beet is wanted. Pkg., 5c.; % lb., 15c.; lb., 40c. o=—_ New Extra Early Deep Blood Beauty Beet.—¥ Ib., lic.; lb., 40c. —=—New Crimson Globe Beet.—Pkt., 5c.; ¥{ lb., 15c.; Ib., 50c. aaa | Extra Early Eclipse. ee ts Mangel and Sugar. O— Stock-Feeding Varieties. 4 pounds to the acre. The value of these for stock feeding cannot be over-estimated. The results from their use are wonderful, as is already shown in.the improved health and condition of animals, the in- creased yield of milk in cows, and the great saving of hay. They can be raised at a very tri- fling cost and yield immense crops per acre if the soil is rich. Y Red Giant Mangel.—A large, well | Golden Tankard.—An extremely de- formed variety, blood-red color; very nutri- | sired and comparatively new variety, which is tious and favored wherever used. ¥ lb., 10c.; | fast superseding the old sorts. Flesh bright | | ts Ib., 25e.; 5 Ibs. for $1.00. yellow, and in this respect differs from all YLane’s Improved Sugar.—An other varieties which cut white. 4 lb., 10c.; American variety, and the best stock-feeding | !b-, 29¢.; 5 Ibs. for $1.00. Beet for this country. It is not so sweet as | p Filmorin’s Improved Imperial. the French Sugar Beets grown especially for | —A*medium-sized white Sugar Beet, brought sugar making, but the roots are longer and _ by the most careful selection to the highest fine grained, very sweet. Pkg., 5c.; 4% lb. | perfection, both in shape, size and color of the Red Giant Mangel Beet. 10c.; lb., 25c, | root Y% \b., 1H¢e.; |b. 30¢ ys New Leader ¢ “ingstadt. — Old i standby. »Well1- known and very This very fine Cabbage originated in’, Holland, is a wonderful compact plant! with few outer leaves, so that a great number of fine solid heads can be pro- duced on an acre. It matures with the Charleston Wakefield and is by far < the best early sort for those markets § that demand a large round or flat Cab-| == bage. The plant is : very hardy and will prove a great addi- tion to the Cabbage family. Pkg., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 4% 1b. $1.00; lb., $3.50. Cabbage.—For -£ . descriptionand price | Za see New Glory: Early Win- \ popular everywhere. Heads decidedly conical, leaves bright glossy green; solid and hard heads. Oz., toes 4) Ibs; 40.5 1b: $1.25. * Large Early btain tine solid heads. New Glory, Extra Early. 1 oz., 2,500 plants; 4% lb. to one acre. PORPORPPORPD RD OP Dy ODD DD IPO LONDON AD ND I Cabbage requires a deep, rich soil, high manuring and good culture, in order to much larger). (0) For early use, sow seeds of the early kinds in a hot bed or MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. J. Ca b ba y (e4 e vilect Jrue American Grown. === New Glory, Extra Early.— The Charleston, or Large Wakefield.—it is five to six days later than Early Jersey Wakefield. The heads are nearly one-half larger and very solid, but not near as point- ed. It is very compact in growth, and can be easily planted in rows two feet apart and twenty inches in the rows. One great advantage, both for the market and home gardener is that it does not burst open when ripe, like many other early , sorts, and _ conse- 4 quently can be left standing on the @ ground a long while ¥ without injury, un- til a favorable op- portunity for cut- tin Se Oz-nm 20 CS y Z= * Vb., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. karly Spring. —-Thisis the earliest flat-head Cabbage in cultivation, being ready for use slight- ly in advance of our All-Head Karly (which, however, is The lants are dwarf, Le ork.—Two weeks later than the pre- in a box in the house the last of January or early in February, and transplant them ‘ in open ground in April, in rows two feet apart and eighteen inches between the with solid, well fold- ceding, stands the § plants in the row, or sow a bed of seed outside as soon as the soil can be worked, if you ) ed, flattened heads, 2 mT 1c. do not care for real early Cabbage. These may be transplanted in about four weeks. 2 averaging six to heat well. Oz., 15c.; ¢ For second early Cabbage sow in April and transplant in May. For late Cabbage sow - ihe SAS 3 Yy lb., 40c.; Ib., § in May and transplant in July three feet apart and two feet between the plants in? ©1$ t inches in $1.25. the row. diameter. The stems & Filderkraut.—A most distinct, sure-heading variety, esteemed by reason of its extremely hard-heading quality for slicing or making Sourkrout among the Germans. The heads are conical, upright, and very tightly folded, the leaves being twisted into a slender point at the top of the head? Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; Y% lb., 50c.; Ib., $1.25. All-Head Early.—We can fully endorse all claims made for this excellent variety, but it is no earlier than our strain of Karly Summer. It is a thoroughbred sort, on ac- count of its remarkably uniform size and shape and its reliability for heading. The deep, flat heads are solid and uniform in color, size and shape. Oz., 15c.; Y% Ib., 40c.; lb., $1.25. em i ‘Early Jersey Wakefield. VY marly Jersey Wakefield.—Selected stock. The favorite early variety for both market gardeners and general use. Pointed heads, solid, and really the best of all the early sorts. ¥,Oz., 20c.; 4 lb., 40c.; 1b., $1.25. ———eererrn~snae S3cnaes S23 O02 02 OI OE OO OOOO OOEOTEO TOO S08 8 0 8 1 8 0 2 8 98 i OOO OOOO CEL of the plants are so short that the heads seemingly rest on the ground. Plants produce but little outer foliage, which is of a deep green color, and grows up closely about the head. Oz., 15c.; Y |b., 40c.; lb., $1.25. All Season.—Heads very large, round, solid and of fine quality, keeping as wellasthe Winter sorts. Plant very vigorous, but sure heading. Remarkable for its ability to stand the hot sun and dry weather. Oz., lic.; \% Ib., 40c.; lb., $1.25. Early Summer. v Early Summer.—Is about ten days later than the Wakefield, but being double the size it may be classed as decidedly the best large Early Cabbage, and is deservedly popular with market gardeners. Oz., 15c.; 4% lb., 40c; 1b, $1.20. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. Sure Head, .~ Sure Head.—Isa very reliable header, large round flattened heads of the Flat Dutch type; a good keeper and shipper. Oz., 1l6c.; 14 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25. ¥ Early Flat Dutcb.—An excellent second early va- riety, producing fine large heads after the first early varie- ties have disappeared. Highly valued, both for its fine quality and ability to stand the hot sun and dry weather. Heads very solid, broad and round, flattened on top, tender and fine grained. Oz., 15c.; 14 lb., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. t Fottler’s Early Drumhead, or Short-Stem *Brunswick.—In its improved type this is a very fine Summer or,early Fall variety. The plants are of dwarf, compact growth, the solid, flat heads resting on the soil, while the few outer leaves grow closely about the heads. The foliage is a light bluish-green in color. The heads are very flat, quite thick through, uniformly ‘‘ hard and solid,”’ and considerably earlier than the ordinary Flat Dutch strains. Good both for intermediate and Winter use. Oz., 15c.; % Ib., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. aw The Lupton.—This variety of recent introduction has met with remarkable success. Its growth is particularly strong and vigorous, its colora dark bluish-green, indicating a robust constitution and healthy development. The stem is short, but strong under the head. The head is a perfect specimen, thick and flat, the outer leaves covering it well across the centre, and while it is large, yet is very fine grained, maturing with the Succession. Oz., 15c.; ¥% lb., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. The Lupton Cabbage, fie King, or World-Beater. extremely large and solid-heading variety, well suited for This is an Fall and Winter. It is especially desirable for exhibition, giving the best results in cool locations. The plant is of extra strong growth, with an abundance of dark bluish- green leaves growing closely about the large, flattened heads. In good soil it will produce heads of enormous size, but, of course, requires a longer season for growth than do the earlier and smaller varieties. With us seed sown the first of June will produce very fine heads in time to put away for Winter. Oz., 15c.; \% lb., 40c.; 1b., $1.25. Premium Flat Dutch. Premium Flat Dutech.—This is a large, strong- growing variety, requiring a considerable length of season in which to perfect the large, solid flat heads, and should be pianted at least two feet apart in rich soil. Very!popular where large, solid heads are desired for market. Oz., 15c.; \ Ib., 85c.; 1b., $1.00. # Succession.—Now well-known, is about one week later than the Karly Summer Flat Dutch, but larger size; a favorite among market gardeners and shippers. Oz, 15c.; Y Ib., 40c.; 1b., $1.25. Danish Ball Head.—A very handsome and ex- tremely hardy imported Cabbage, which is growing in popularity in America, having proven one of the very best Winter sorts. It is highly prized in Denmark, and grown there almost exclusively for Winter Cabbage. It thrives well on thin soils and in highly exposed situations. The heads are of good marketable size, not quite so large as Flat Dutch, but very hard, round, fine-grained, and will weigh one-fourth more than other varieties of equal size. Oz., 20c.; 4 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25. lA Red Dutch.—Head large, rounded in shape, hard; very deeply colored at the heart. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 20c..; 4 lb,, 65c.; 1b., $2.00. * Mammoth Rock Red.—Heads very large; deep ed to the centre ; highly recommended. z., 20c.; ¥% Ib., 65c.; 1b., $2.00. Imperial Drumhead Savoy Cabbage. Imperial Drumhead Savoy.—The hardest head- ing and best variety for early or late crop. This is the finest of the Savoy class and very distinct from all other sorts. Heads large, very compact, solid and deliciously tender and sweet, and well adapted for either early Summer or late Autumn and Winter crop. Surpasses all other sorts in hardi- ness and keeping qualities. Entire “‘pits’’ of it will keep in | perfect condition until May. Oz , 15c.; ¥% Ib., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. 8 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. CABBAGE.—Continued. CN) . Ae iN I Ai NON Wy LZ GA Extra Large Late Flat Dutch. ldo Large Late Flat Dutch.—This is the most popu- lar variety and more largely grown than any other, the lar- gest and most compact heads of any strain offered. We con- fidently recommend it. Oz., 15c.; \% Ib., 40c.; 1b., $1.00. Kale.—Blatterkont. For broadcast, 2 to 3 lbs., per acre. For transplanting, 1 oz. to 200 ft. of drill. Y Long Standing, or New American Kale.—This beautiful, deeply green, curled variety combines two important features—hardy as the Si- berian, and extra curled, like the well-known curled Scotch. Superior to all other sorts and will stand longer without shooting to seed than any other. + lbs, 10c.; Ib., 25c. ¥V Curled German.—Curly, dwarf, hardy and rapid grower. ¢1b., 10c.; Ib., 25c. Dwart Green Scotch.—Is very dwarf and spreading. The leaves are beautifully curled and of a bright green. 4 1b., 15c.; lb., 40c. ‘Siberian.—Sometimes called ‘‘Sprouts’” and “German Greens.’’ In this variety the very large, green leaves are comparatively plain in the centre, but coarsely cut and frilled on edge. The plant is low, but spreading and very hardy. Pkg., 5c.; 31b., 10c.; lb., 25c. Cauliflower. Blumenkohl. 1 oz., 1500-2000 plants. RAAT REE RAR RA hts The culture of Cauliflower is similar to Cabbage. ina rich, moist soil, and in dry seasons should be abundantly § watered, especially when heading. Sow seed in hot-bed in ¢ January or February, and transplant the plants, two or three It delig inches apart, in boxes or in the open ground, which in this lati- tude is usually done from the 15th of March to the 10th of April. Set the plants two feet by fifteen inches apart. If properly hardened off they are seldom injured by planting out too early. When heading, tie the outside leaves loosely over the head to protect it from the sun. ; vi) Early Snowball.—The best variety on the market. If planted March 1, large heads will be produced early in June, and scarcely a single head will fail to form. Its com- pact habit renders it a very profitable variety to force under glass, and it does well for late planting. Our stock cannot be excelled in quality. Pkg., 25c.; oz., $2.00. ¢ Veitch’s Autumn Giant.—The heads are pearl Vite, large, firm and compact, and being thoroughly pro- Pkg., tected by the foliage, remain longer fit for use. 25c.; 0z., 50c.; lb., $5.00. * Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt.—The favorite Ger- an variety, dwarf habit, compact growth, short outside leaves. Pkg, 25c.; 0z., $1.75. y 7 Pep Brussels Sprouts Pie, Sow in May and manage as Winter ge’ Cabbage. In the Fall the leaves ky should be broken downso that the little Cabbages will have more room to grow. This is one of the most delicious of all vegetables, and of easy growth. Pro- duces on the stem small heads resem- bling miniature cabbages. The sprouts % are used as greens and become very ten- ( der when touched by the frost. Oz., eae) 20c.; 14 lb., 60c. y Bore Cole The stalks attain a height of two feet and will produce continually throughout the season, the lower leaves be- ing gathered for use before they become old. The broad leaves are light green with a smooth centre. The edges of leaves are beautifully crimped and curled, the entire plant being most distinct in character. It is very hardy and will furnish a new growth of Sprouts of finest quality in the early Spring About Baltimore it is sown in May and trans- planted like cabbage. Oz., 15c.; 4 Ib., 30c.; Ib., $1.00. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 1 oz. to 150 feet of drill Soil should be richly g New Model Carrot. 20c.; 1b., 50. a ALTOES. rien. 3 Our stock is grown from choice selected and transplanted roots only. ; 4 lbs. to the acre. manured and deeply N dug. Sow as early as the ground can be work-* ed; or for late crop, until latter part of July, in drills, 15 to 18 inches apart, finally thinning plants to about three or four inches apart in the drill. The seed is slow to germinate, and if sown early or on moist soil, half an inch is deep enough to cover the seed. BPA BPP PII DI II SY WMiarly Horn.—Stump rooted ; forcing and early outside sowing. Flesh deep orange; fine grained; small top. Pkg., 5c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 50c. Half Long Scarlet Nantes.—Tops smooth, bright orange ; flesh orange, becoming yellow in centre, but with no distinct core ; of the finest quality, and one of the most symmetrical and handsome of the medium sized sorts; excellent for the market or home garden. ; ; Half-Long Scarlet Nantes. second in size; one of the most popular for medium sized; roots cylindrical, Pkg., 5c.; Y41b., hantenay, or Model Carrot.—For table use it is probably the best in shape and finest in quality of all. They are a little longer than the Short Horn and more productive ; always very smooth and fine in texture; the flesh is tender, of a deep golden orange. Pkt., 5c.; ¥ Ib., 20c.; Y Ib., 20c.; Ib., 60c. VW Oxheart, or Guerande.—This fine sort is of the most advanced type of the shortened, thick form. Roots attain a dia- meter of four inches at the top, five to six inches in length, and frequently nearly two 4 inches in diameter at the abrupt stump- Z root. The roots are free from hard core, and of the finest quality for table use ; both skin and flesh are highly colored. Pkt., 5c.3 & Ib., 20c.; Ib., 50c. / Danvers.—The most remarkable thing about this variety, aside from its quality, is its enormous yield, and it is rapidly supersed- ing the long-established long orange variety. Our stock is true, and will give greatest sat- isfaction to the growers. Pkg., 5c.; % Ib., 20c.; Ib., 50c. Y Halt Long Orange.—This favorite variety, so largely grown for market, origin- ated with the gardeners of Danvers, Mass. Danvers Carrot. / Mater Cress. @asserkresse. nT: oa Tt is easily grown by planting along the margins of ponds and streams, where it increases both by spread- ing of the roots and by seeding. Barner) Package, 10c.; 0z., 20c. lb. 60c. The roots measure from one-and-a-half to two inches in diameter at the shoulder by, five to six inches in length, and hold their4 thickness well, being gently tapering and abruptly pointed at the base. Our strain produces roots uniformly smooth and of rich dark orange color; flesh fine grained and of the finest table quality. Pkt., 5c. ; % Wb. 20c.; 1b., 50c. A _St. Vallery, or New Interme- diate.—Roots very smooth and regular in growth, of large size, from ten to twelve inches in length, and two to three inches in _diameter at the top, tapering gradually throughout. Rich deep coloring and free from hard core. Pkt. 5c.; 1b., 20c ; Ib., 65c. J y Improved Long Orange.—Aa standard late variety, beautiful and uniform in shape, deep orange color; good flavor ; yields heavy. It requires a deep soil and the plants should stand eight inches apart in eighteen-inch drills for roots to attain Bee full size. Pkt., 5c.; 4% 1b., 20c.; Ib.; Cc. Long Orange. jOorn Jalad, or Fetticus. Ackersalat. 1 oz. will sow 20 square feet ; 6 lbs. to the acre. A vegetable used as. asalad. It is sown in the opening of Spring Cress or Pepper Grass. Kresse. oa Sprinkle seed freely along shallow drills one foot apart, at intervals, through Spring and Summer, as desired. eee ae Curled Garden. APABAALAA III Oz., 10c. in rows one foot apart, and is fit to use in 6 or 8 weeks from sowing. | If wanted in early Spring, sow in Sep- y tember; cover with straw as soon as cold | weather sets in. Can be grown in cold frames, covered with straw mats or shutters, and used any time during the Winter. Large Seeded German. ¥ Ib., 15c.; lb., 40c. 10 J. MANN’S & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. Cellerei. 1 oz. to 1000 plants. ONL DD De Pel Sow the seed in a well prepared soil as soon as the ground is in a proper condition to work. Sow in drills and : > tread the seed firmly in; thin out to an inch apart, and keep the ground well worked and free from weeds. In order to secure stock plants, cut off the tops once or twice before transplanting, which should be about in July. Make the soil very rich with well-rotted ma- nure, which should be dug in deep; a moist, low, rich bottom land or well- drained muck soil is preferable. Set the plants eight or twelve inches apart. To blanch, draw earth around the plants from time to time, taking care not to cover the tops of the centre shoots. POOP POI FI" * Giant Pascal.— Developed from the Golden Self-Blanching, it retains the beautiful color. The stocks are very large, thick, solid, crisp and of rich, nutty flavor, free from any taste Giant Pascal. of bitterness. It branches very easily and retainscolor and fresh appearance long after being marketed. Pkg., ic.; oz., 15c.; % lb., 50c.; lb., $1.50. YWhite Plume.—This isa very profitable extra early market variety, re- quiring little labor. It is solid, of fine flavor, and very ornamental. It matures —— three weeks earlier than other sorts, and it deserves unqualified praise, and calls .> French Golden Sel for no apology. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; 14 Ib., 50c.; lb., $1.50. “ey Blanching. Giant Golden Heart.—Produced by careful selection and high culture from the Dwarf Golden Heart. In quality, appearance and large size it is unsurpassed. We recommend it as one of the best late varieties for the market gardener. It is very hardy, and is held in high esteem wherever used. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; 14 lb., 40c.; 1b., $1.25. French Golden Self-Blanching.—Paris Golden Yellow. The Best Early Celery. This variety, first introduced if” America, 1884, is now the leading variety in all markets asan early Celery. The stalks are much broader and heavier than those of the White Plume, and greatly superior in quality It is ready for use nearly as early, producing dwarfer and much larger bunches of broad, heavy stalk, blanching to a deep golden yellow. Plants are of dwarf, compact habit, with very thick, solid, heavily ribbed stalks. When grown in rich, moist soil the large stalks are very numerous, each plant being fully as thick through as the largest of the tall late sorts, with a very large, solid heart, and beautiful golden- yellow stalks and leaves. When quickly grown the stalks are crisp and solid brittle, and free from any stringiness, of most delicious flavor. Our seed is of the original strain grown from carefully selected plants, so that purchasers may be sure of receiving the genuine strain. Oz., 20c.; 4 1b., 90c.; % Ib., $1.75; 1b., $3.25. ¥ New Golden Rose (Rose Ribbed Golden Self-Blanching).—It is a sport from the Golden Self-Branching, having the same rich golden-yellow color, in the main, greatly enhanced in beauty by the delicate rosy hue of the ribs. A strong and healthy grower, and its self-blanching character well fixed. The plant is dwarf and heavy, the stalks smooth, free from ridges, solid and crisp. Very early on account of its self-blanching habit; a good keeper. O2z., 20c.; 4 Ib., 60c.; 1b., $2.00. ,» Golden Heart.—A distinct variety of sturdy dwarf habit. It is solid, and an excellent keeper, and of fine nutty flavor. When blanched, the heart, which is large and full, is of a light yellow, making it exceedingly showy, and desir- able for either market or private use. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; 4 Ib., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. : y Evans’ New Triumph.—This variety has a very strong and vigorous plant, with very large but crisp, brittle, ten der and fine flavored stalks. It is late and requires the whole season to develop, but will keep longer than other sorts. We recommend it as worthy of the first place as a late’Celery. Pkg., dc.; 0z., 15c.. 4 Ib., 40c.; lb., $1.20. Boston Market.—For many years the most popular sort. It is a vigorous grower and very branching, and an excellent keeper. Pkg.,; 5c.; 0z., 20c.; 4% Ib., 40c.; 1b $1.25. » Pearl Le Grand.—This variety is with- out doubt a remarkable novelty in Celery, since the introduction of the Golden Self-Blanching. Its straight, vigorous, golden-yellow stalks, compact growth and close habits, are hand- ..some, and of beautiful appearance. Oz., 20c.; VY lb,, 40c.; lb., $1.25. — ¥ Eq LY Winter Queen.—This is the fine \z Awa Winter Celery, being quite similar \ \@”7/ZZ/q §o the Golden Self-Blanching, but ofa rich : BBA even coloring like the Giant Pascal. It is =F more readily blanched than the latter and ‘ready for use or market much earlier in the Fall. The plants make large bunches of extra heavy stalks with a large heart; the stalks are all of even length, and it makes Sethe most handsome appearance of any vari- ety when bunched. The stalks are very fine in flavor, of best table quality, and are of a rich golden-yellow when blanched. Pkg., Be.; 0z., 20c.; % lb., 4Ce lb., $1.25. PBA POB POLO DDD LD Golden Heart. Evans’ New Triumph. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. a Celer 1a C,—Knoll Sellerie. s ounce will produce about 2000 plants. Produces turnip-shaped roots which aaees cooked and sliced and used with vinegar, making a most excellent salad. ————eeEeaee oer ore eee peweweveuwutry ~ Culture.—Sow the seed at the same season and give the same treatment as 74ommon celery. Transplant the young plants to moist, rich soil, in rows two oe apart and six inches apart in the row. Give thorough culture. As the ‘ = re the edible portion of this vegetable, it is not necessary to earth up Soot RTalea it. After the roots have attained a diameter of two inches or over they will be tit for use. To keep through Winter, pack in damp earth or sand and put in the cellar, or leave out of doors, covering with earth and straw, like beets or carrots. RAR IAAII OEE ROLE OLE OeoeOoeOoeOOeOO ¥ Large, Smooth pPrague.—An improved form of turnip-rooted lery, producing large and smooth roots, which are almost round, and with very few side roots. Plants vigorous, with large deep green foliage. | koe OCs OZ mmo ces ew Ibe 40c1 libs Celeriac Large Smooth Prague. Corn. re Corn. The following varieties have all been grown especially for Seed. R The Seed is well cured and true to name. o> Hickory King.—Largest grains of any white variety. Matures early and very productive. Ears set low, are of large size, well filled, © very deep grained. It produces well, even on light land. Peck, 40c.; bush., $1.25. y Golden Beauty.—lIt is a large and broad-grained Yellow Corn. The ears of perfect shape, with from ten to fourteen straight rows of grains. The cob is very small. Peck, 30c.; bush., $1.00. ’Leaming Improved Dent.—A very popular and extremely productive variety. On good land the stalks grow tall, producing two good earsto each stalk. The ears are long, with small red cob well filled with grains of medium size but deep, of a rich golden color. It ripens with us in from 100 to 110 days, and makes a good crop even in dry sea- sons by reason of its earliness in maturing and strong vigorous growth. The stalks are rather slender and leafy, making excellent fodder, while the grains, being sodeepor long, yield an extra large quantity of shelled corn per bushel of ears. Peck, 40c.; bush., $1.25. y Lowa Gold Mine.—Ears of good size, color golden yellow, grain very deep, cob small. Specially recommended for its productiveness, often bearing two large ears toa stock. Peck, 40c.; bush., $1.25. > ) Chester County Mammoth.—The ears are very large and well formed, with grain large, deep, and of a bright yellow color. Stalks averaging from ten to fourteen feet. Peck, 30c.; bush., $1.00. Red Cob, or Ninety-Day Corn.—A distinct and well-known sort of white corn, matures in about ninety days, produces large hand- some ears. Peck, 50c.; bush., $1.50. 7 Iowa “Silver Mine’? Dent Corn.—The ears measure from ten to twelve inches in length, and often weigh 14% Ibs. They are very uniform in size and shape, with sixteen to twenty straight rows of deep, pure white kernels on a small white cob. It matures in about 100 days. Heavy yielder. Peck, 35c.; bush., $1.15. ~ Pride of the North.—The Very Earliest Vellow Dent Corn in cultivation, and can be successfully grown farther North than any other Dent. Originated in extreme Northern Iowa. Ripens readily in New England. Matures perfectly in 90 days; very hardy and prolific ; ears of uniform size, cob small, kernels closely set on the cob, and are long and compact. Peck, 40c.; bush., $1.25. _. Maryland White Dent.—An old standard variety and great favorite by every farmer who has grown it. The stalks are of a strong rowth, bearing from one to two large ears which have 10 to 12 rows to the cob. The grain is pure white and of fine quality. Peck, 40c , bush., $1.25. POP CORN. White Rice.—The best variety for popping purposes, grains pointed, pops white and full, is very productive and of excellent quality. Pound, 6c. ¥ Queen’s Golden.—This is one of the hardiest and most pro- ductive varieties, stalks growing six feet in height, with numerous long, slender ears well filled with small, round, golden-yellow grains. When a bee popped it is a creamy white, and a single kernel will frequently expand Golden Beauty Corn. to nearly an inch in diameter. Pound, 5c. 12 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. Sugar Corn. 1 qt., 200 hills; 10 qts., 1 acre. PBPBPAPD BPD The Sugar or Sweet varieties should not be planted until May, or when the ground has become warm, and for a succes- sion every ten days or two weeks, until the last of July, in hills —for early varieties, 2x3 feet. and for the late, large kinds, 3x3 feet. Give frequent and thorough cultivation. Alotfive tosix rains to each hill, but never allow more than three plants to ; g stand. © First Early Neck.—This variety can be planted earlier than any other sort; ear short, grain white. It is not a Sugar Corn, but on account of its being largely sold for table use, we class it among the Sugar Corns. Ear, 5c.; doz., 25c.; bush., $1.50. Adams’ Extra Early.—Similar to the First Early Neck, larger, but a fraction later, a favorite variety for early markets. Ear, 5c.; doz., 20c.; qt., 15c.; bush., $1.50. » Adams’ Early.—A splendid early variety and safe cropper. Doz. 2Uc.; qt., l5c.; bush., $1.50. Premo Sugar Corn.—Our attention was first called PL™ ti ABA BFA BODO Orroroo vow» | emeeOthis extra early Sugar Corn by Mr. C. S. Clark, the well known corn specialist of Ohio, two years ago, and close observation has convinced us that his claims are substan- tial. Premo Corn combines all the merits of the leading early varieties, and really superior to some of them in size, quality and yield. It can be planted fully as early as the Adams, for the plants withstand slight frosts, the stalks grow about five feet high, and arevery vigorous, generally bearing two well-developed ears to astalk. The ears meas- ure %-1inch longer than those of Cory or Adams and will mature 60 days after planting. Qt., 25c.; peck, $1.50. ww Earliest Sheffield Sugar Corn.—Hardy as Adams’, early as ‘ First of All.’ This new extra early is the result of a cross between the Cory and Extra Early Adams, by Dr. Van Fleet, the well-known hybridizer. If combines the robust growth and extreme hardiness of the Extra Early Adams, with the finer sugary quality of the Cory. Ears average six inches in length and are well filled with grains of medium size, arranged in ten or twelve regu- lar rows. The grains are juicy and of fine, sweet flavor, if gathered at the proper stage. It is as hardy as the Adams, ready for use earlier, and of much finer quality. One of its strongest recommendations as a market variety is the entire freedom from smut, which destroys so much of the extra early Corn. Ot., 20c.; peck, 70c.; bush., $2.50. py Kendel’s Early Giant Sweet Corn.—This is not a mere novelty, but is of real merit. Ears large, meas- uring eight to ten inches long, having ten to twelve rows on each cob; kernels pure white, sweet anl tender. Gar- deners report this Corn ready to use in sixty days, grown on sand, and seventy-two days on heavy clay. Dealers and truckers report ready sales, and are enthusiastic over its earliness, large size and productiveness. OQt., 15c.; peck, 70c.;,bush., $2.25. yy) Cory.—The earliest Sweet Corn in cultivation; the ) | | | | | cy aq cette ag Tre 172. qaqiaaeanaaa KS \ fi ERS Sy SERCO REO ee EI Wess SES Zs oS VS 1 1b., 25c.; 1 Ib Baltimore Nutmeg. “Large Hackensack, or Turk’s Cap.—Very pop-*) lar variety. It attains a large size, is round in shape and flattened at the ends. Skin green, and thickly netted. Flesh is also green, rich and sugary in flavor. It is very productive and largely grown by market gardeners. Oz., 10c.; 4 Ib., 25c.; lb:, '75c: Paul Rose, or Petoskey.—This new Melon is a ross of the Osage with Netted Gem. It possesses the fine netting of the Gem, and averages about the same size, but owing to the great thickness of its beautiful salmon-colored flesh will weigh at least one-third more than a Netted Gem of the same size. The size is much more convenient for packing in baskets than the Osage, while as a shipper and long keeper it surpasses ail other red-fleshed Melons. In some Western cities, where there is a good demand for red or salmon-fleshed varieties, the Paul Rose sells at double the price of other sorts. Market gardeners who grow red- fleshed Melons will find the Paul Rose their most profitable sort, while for the home table nothing better could be de- sired or obtained. 4 1b., 25c; lb., 75c. ye Extra Early Hackensack.—We offer under this name a very distinct stock, different and much superior to that often sold as Extra Early Hackensack. The fruit is medium sized, nearly round with deep ribs and very coarse netting. The flesh is green, a little coarse, but very juicy and sweet. Pkt., 5c; 31b., 25c.; lb., 75c. # Emerald Gem. —Fruit small to me- dium-sized, globular or slightly flattened at the ends, only slightly netted and ribbed. Skin deep green while young, becoming tinged with yellow as the fruit matures, flesh deep salmon yellow, thick, ripening close to the rind, and exceedingly high flavored. + lb., 25c.; lb., 75c. ¥ Rocky Ford, or Netted Gem.—This bas become one of the most popular of small or basket melons. The ~ fruit is oval, slightly ribbed, densely covered with coarse netting. Flesh thick, green, very sweet and high flavored. We offer an exceptionally fine stock of this sort, the fruit being wonderfully uniformin shapeand quality. 4 1b., 25c.; lb., 75c. ., VOC. Netted Gem. << The Extra Early Jenny Lind Musk Melon. —The Early Jenny Lind has been for many years most popu- lar with market growers, on account of its extreme earli- ness and great productiveness. We now offer an improved strain of this fine Melon obtained from a leading grower of South Jersey, where Melons command the highest market prices by reason of their handsome appearance and deli- cious flavor. The fruit of the regular Jenny Lind is well flattened at both stem and blossom ends, ribbed and heavily netted, but in this fine type there is a distinct nub or “‘but- ton”? growing out of the blossom end, as if the fruit had attempted te make a second growth. This extra growth is | a peculiarity of the earliest ripening strain, as well as an indication of finest flavor, and is eagerly sought for by buyers in the Eastern cities. The flesh of these Melons is uniformly sweet and melting, but the small nub or button has a concentrated sweetness not found in any other Melon, and furnishes a delicious morsel to finish the eating of one of these fine fruits. Our seed has all been saved from speci- mens having a well-developed nub or “ button,”’ and can be depended upon not only for the earliest ripening, but also to produce fruits of very uniform size and finest quality. The majority will show the nubs as illustrated above, well developed. Pkt., 5c.; 4 1b., 50c.; lb., $1.75. —=_ Extra Early Jenny Lind. CITRON. Colorado Preserving.—This is a large fruiting strain of the Citron, growing to several times the size of ordinary small round-fruited variety. Flesh clear white and very solid. Olive-green seed. Skin finely striped with mottled markings of light and dark green. The fruits being so much larger have a larger proportion of solid meat free from seeds, and the entire flesh of the Melon can be used for making the finest preserves. Pkt., 5c.; 4 1b., 20c.; lb., 60c. wet es “is solid green and flesh is a very ‘delightful Melon, of rare sweet- 18 MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. good flavor. WATERMELON. @assermelone. Cultivate exactly as for cantaloupe, except that the hills should be eight to ten feet apart. 1 oz. for 30 hills; 3 or 4 lbs. to acre. i~ Kolb’s Gem.—The rind, though quite thin, is very tough, standing shipments long distances without breakage. The flesh is bright red and of It is one of the largest, most productive and best-keeping Melons grown. 2 Ib., 25c¢.; Ib., Tse Kolb’s Gem. Sweetheart.—It has no equal as a shipping Melon. Vine vigor- ous and productive, ripening its fruit early. Fruit large, oval, very heavy, uniformly mottled light and very light green. Rind thin, but firm. Flesh bright red, firm, § solid, but very tender, melting and sweet. Fruit retains its good qual- ity for a long time after ripening. 1Jb., 25c.; lb., 5c. J ones.—The color of the skin bright red ; very sweet and juicy ; it grows to a very large size. +1b., 26c.; Ib.,.'75c. Florida Favorite.—A most ness ; red flesh, extending close up to the rind, whichis hard, thin and mottled light and dark green. Ten days earlier than Kolb’s Gem. 4+ Ib.925c.; 1 Ib., 75c. & Cuban Queen.—Fruit medium sized to large, glob’ ular or oval; skin striped light and dark green in sharp contrast ; rind medium thick, but stands shipment well ; flesh bright red, solid, very crisp and sugary. ¢ lb., 25c.; Ib., 75c. New Triumph.—tThis new Melon is a cross between the Duke Jones and Kolb’s Gem, having the handsome dark green color of the former and the fine shipping qualities of the latter, but infinitely superior in flavor and grows much larger than either. 4}1b., 25c.; 1b., 75c. SQUAS 1 — Aurbis. 1 oz. of bush sorts to 40 hills or lgs. seeded 15 hills. PRP A PDP PDD DP ADD PLL OP DPD Squashes, like all other vines, are partial toa light, dry, rich soil. Plant the running varieties in hills ten feet apart each way; thin out to three plants ina hill. Cultivate fre- quently until the vines commence running, after which do not work the soil deep. Use Parish Green to destroy bugs, as with Cucumbers. Plant Bush Squashes in hills five feet apart each way; thin out to four plants in a hill. BPA BPA BPBBP?? PIPL LLLP & Early White Bush Scalloped.— The well-known Sum- mer Squash; very pro- ductive; pure white; to be used when young and tender. Pkg., 5e.; ¢ 1b., 15¢:;\ 1b. 50c. Summer Crookneck.—A beautiful bright yellow, bears all Summer, and commands good prices; very desir- able for market and private use. Pkg., 5c.; + 1b., 15c.; Ib., 50c. Hubbard.—A well-known Winter variety, with very hard, firm shell; fine grain; sweet and rich flavor, and ex- cellent for table use; a splendid keeper. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 25c.3 lb., 75c. ~ Winter Crookneck.—Flesh red; of fine flavor and good keeper. Pkg., 5c.; 4 1b., 15c.; 1b., 50c. Boston Marrow.—A Fall and Winter variety; re- atded very highly in the markets; oval form pointed, thin 2 lbs. of bush sorts to acre or lgs. seeded 34 to acre. rind, fine grain, salmon-colored flesh; remarkably sweet and delicious; keeps well in Winter and will boil dry as a mealy potate. 21b., 25c.; lb., 75c. - Eureka Squash.—The flesh is very thick and fine- grained, and either steamed or boiled is of fine quality; and when baked the Eureka is perfection itself. Its attractive appearance is also a strong point in its favor, being oblong or egg-shaped, tapering from the centre to the poles, and a little inclined to be pointed at the blossom end. The outside color is a light grayish green; very handsome. + lb., 25.; lb., 75c. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 19 WWhite Silver Skin.—Ripens early ; large size ; mild in flavor, and excellent for Winter use; Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 1dc.; much esteemed for pickling. ¥% Ib., 40c.; Ib., $1.25. w Large White Globe. Yields abundantly, producing very handsome, large pure white, globe-shaped bulbs; flesh firm, finely grained ; mild flavor. Oz.,20c.; \% |b., 40c.; 1b., $1.25. ‘Yellow Globe Dan- ers.—It is of a beautiful golden yellow color. Bulb medium size; quite early; bottom nearly flat; oval top with small neck; very prolific and a first-class keeper and shipper. 1 oz., 10c; Y Ib., 25c.; lb., 75c. Yellow Danvers lat.—A splendid Onion for either market or home use; more flat than the Globe Dan- vers. 10z.,10c.; % Ib., 28c.; lb., 75c. American Grown Superior Onion Seed. 1 oz. to 100 feet drill; 4 to 5 lbs. to acre. The Onion must have a cleanand very rich soil. Use well-rotted ma- nure freely, and get the seed in as early as possible in the Spring no matter if it is cold and unpleasant. | If Onions do not get a good growth before hot, dry weather, the crop is sure to bea failure. Keep the soil mellow and clear of weeds. Sow in shallow drills, not less than a foot apart nor more than half an inch deep. As Onions grow on top of the ground, they may be allowed to re- main pretty thick, no matter if they crowd each other. In hoeing to de- stroy weeds and keep the ground mellow, do not cover the young bulbs with earth. It is useless to try to grow Onions ona poor, unsuita— ble soil. Three days of neglect when the weeds are growing rapidly will sometimes ruin a crop, and a week too late in sowing makes the differ- ence between a good and a bad har- vest. With proper manuring, Onions can be grown on the same land for a score of years, and it will become cleaner and better every year. ¥ Prize-Taker.—rThe American-grown Prize-Taker seed we offer produces large well ripened bulbs the first sea- son from seed; flesh white; crisp, and mild in flavor. The skin is thin; of a bright straw- yellow ; form nearly a perfect globe. Under ordinary cultiva- tion this variety will yield bulbs nearly three times as large as the ‘Globe Danvers, while under special cultivation specimen bulbs have been raised to weigh from four to five and a half pounds each. . These are the large mild Onions which are sold in ter TIT small crates in the early Fall and are esteemed for their large size, handsome appear- ance, mild and delicate flavor. While the bulbs of this variety bottom welland ripen up quite firm and hard, they do not keep well after very cold weather sets in, owing to the tender character of the flesh, and we would advise market- ing the Onions in the Fall or as soon after ripening as pos- sible. Sow thinly in drills one foot apart, and about one- fourth inch deep. Oz., 15c.; a 1 Ib., 30c.; Ib., $1.00. White Silver Skin. : Red Wethersfield.—Large sized, somewhat flattened; skin deep red and very hardy. 1 oz., 10c., 4 1b., 20c.; lb. 5c. ‘Yellow Strassburg.—The most popular variety for sets grown. Skin bright yel- low and of beautiful round plump shape. i oz., 15¢.; ¢1b., 25c.; Ib., 75c. Australian Brown.—A valuable ff new long-keeping Onion. This new Onion, recently introduced into the United States, has met with wonderful success, and is pronounced the best keeper of all Onions. The shape and size are well shown in our illustration. The out- side skin is of deep amber brown, distinct from all other Onions, extremely * hard and firm, of fine flavor and will keep almost indefi- ’ nitely. Australian Brown is - the only Onion Australian growers will plant. We offer choice Amer- ican-grown seed from the original importa- Australian Brown. tion. Oz., 15c.; + 1b., 30c.; Ib., $1.00. Red Wethersfield. FOR ONION SETS, SEE PAGE 13. 20 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. Our Seed Peas are of the best quality obtainable, being all grown far North, thoroughly cleaned and carefully hand-picked. They are raised from finest selected strains, and the growing crops are rogued to remove all runners and improper types of growth. The Extra Early varieties are very hardy, and will endure a great amount of cold; should be planted as soon as the ground can be got ready—the sooner the better. Of late years some gardeners make a sowing of Extra Earlies late in the Fall, seed lying dormant in the soil all Winter and germinating very early in Spring. The larger wrinkled varieties are not nearly as hardy, and the seed is apt to rot instead of germinating if planted be- fore the soil becomes slightly warmer on the advance of Spring. i a For private use sow in double rows, eighteen inches apart, < and three inches apartin the rows. For market, in single rows ) one inch apart and three inches deep, and the rows from two to three feet apart. V4 First Best.— This Pea is the re- }. sult of years of the ZS most careful selec- <= tion; height two MN and a half feet, \S\\\\ large pods, very ‘\\ prolific and sure \\ ‘cropper. Ot., 15c.; 3. peck, $1.00; bush., Rural New VY orker.--Height two anda half feet, «seed white, slightly Mi\\ dented, of vigorous \\\S habit, vine sending out two or more S lateral branches. Ms \), A The earliest Pea NWS known to the trade ii Sy except Alaska. Pods of fine shape, larger and better y \ r filled than any = Paes other extra early, Rural New Yorker. containing f rom six to nine peas of fine quality, very uniform in growth and ripening. Ot., 15c.; peck $1.00; bush., $3.75. ‘Extra Early Alaska.—tThe earliest Pea known, very uniform in growth and ripening; 90 per cent. of the pods can be gathered at the first picking. The dark green color of the pods makes it extremely desirable, as it can be carried long distances without losing color, grows two feet high, of the very finest quality. Qt., 15c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $3.50. yy Triumph.—Atn early variety, very popular in many séctions; about two anda half feet high. Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $3.75. Second Earlies and Late Varieties. ¥ French Canners.—It is very prolific, bearing an abundance of long pods, containing from seven to nine peas of excellent flavor. Height three and a half feet. QOt., 10c.; peck, 60c.; bush., $2.75. » Impr. Sugar Marrowftat.—This fine Pea has given wonderful satisfaction to all who have planted it. It grows about two feet high, and bears enormous handsome pods, which are completely filled with large, deliciously flavored deep green peas. It is undoubtedly the most productive Pea offered. Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.50 White Marrowfat, (Royal Dwarf).—This is an old standard variety, dwarf. Pea large and prolific. Ot., 15c.; peck, 60c.; bush., $2.50. y Black-Eyed Marrowfat.—Very hardy, similar to White Marrowfat in all points, except it has a dark eye. Qt., 10c.; peck, 60c., bush.. $2.50. WZ GE. Ul Deas, cm 1 qt. to 100 feet of row. 1% bush. to the acre. WRINKLED VARIETIES. Eclivse.— As early as any extra early smooth variety. The vines are strong and robust, growing toa height of twenty to twenty-five inches. The pods are large and ofa very dark green color, very prolific and highly flavored, with its extreme earliness it is considered the very best wrinkled variety. Qt., 20c.; peck, $1.50 = Gradus, or Prosperity Peas.—Comparatively new, of English origin, is an extra early wrinkled variety, very prolific with large dark green pods, of a very fine flavor, vines grow from twenty-four to thirty inches, seed very scarce. Ot., 40c. or Dwarf Telephone. Daisy, ¥ Daisy, or Dwart Telephone (New).—This new variety isa second early, of robust but remarkably even growth. The vines are from sixteen to eighteen inches high, needing no brush. The self-supporting, stout plants are fairly loaded with large, bright green pods, whicb are always well filled. Each pod contains from seven to nine large peas of a light bright green color, tender and well flavored. Qt., 25c.; peck, $1.25; bush , $4.00. » American Wonder,—This is a dwarf variety, and leads all others in point of earliness, growing about ten inches high, and produces a profusion of good sized, well- filled pods, with finest flavored peas. Ot., 25c. McLean’s Advancer.—About the best second early on the list, a green wrinkled variety about two and a half feet high, long pods, abundantly prolific, and well filled. Ot., 20c.; peck, $1.25; bush., $4.50. bv Champion of England.—A universal favorite, de- licious flavor, profuse bearer of large pods, filled well with large green wrinkled Peas; height about four feet. Qt., 20c.; peck, 90c.; bush., $3.50. | weclepnone es tall, wrinkled marrow, enormously productive and of best quality. It is a strong grower, aver- | aging eighteen pods to the stalk. The pods are ofa large | size. A desirable sort for the family garden. OQt., 20c.; | peck, $1.25; bush., $4.50. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. PEAS.—Continued. Kiineeican Champion.—One of the largest and most productive Peas grown. Pods generally grow in pairs, and are well filled with nine to twelve large Peas of excel- lent flavor. Vine is of branching habit; four and a half feet. Qt., 20c.; peck, $1.15; bush., $4.00. Everbearing.—A splendid bearing variety, maturing soon after June. Vine about eighteen inches high, and very regular; Peas wrinkled; large and very fine flavored. Ot., 20c., peck, $1.15; bush., $4.00. ¥ Dwart Giant Podded Prolific Green Mar- row.—This variety has become a favorite with the con- sumer as well as grower. Vines ofa strong growth witha large dark green foliage, but only eighteen to twenty inches in height and do not need to be supported. Pods of large size, well filled with large, dark green Peas of rich marrow flavor. Qt., 15c.; peck, $1.25; bush., $4.50. Improved Pride ot the Market.—Pride of the * Market is among the finest in quality of all the large-podded dwarf-growing garden Peas. This new strain has been care- fully selected and bears most uniformly very large, hand- some, dark green pods, whichare all well filled with large Peas of the finest quality. The season is the same as that of the Telephone, but the vines being of dwarf growth and ' sauce, they have a luscious flavor. Ot., 30c. 21 not needing brush, it isa more desirable variety for small gardens as well as for field culture on a large scale. As the rows cam be planted more closely together, a crop nearly as large can be gathered from the dwarf vines as from the; tall sorts, which require brush. Qt., 20c.; peck, $1.25. SUGAR PEAS.—Edible Pods. Dwart Gray ‘Sugar.—Vines of dwarf bush-like growth, only fifteen inches in height, with purplish blos- soms. Sugar Peas are not shelled like ordinary varieties, ‘| but pods are gathered when the seed is partly developed and used in same manner as string beans; they have a rich sugary flavor. Ot., 30c. Y Mammoth Melting Sugar.—This is by far the largest and finest of the true sugar or edible podded Peas. The vines are of strong, vigorous growth, frequently four to five feet in length, and the pods come rather late or about the same time as the Telephone and Stratagem Peas. The vines are very productive, of enormous pods and continue bearing fora long time. Pods average five to six inches in length and one and a half inthes broad; thick and fleshy. Broken and boiled like string beans and served with butter P um Ki NS ,— Kurtis. 1 oz. to 15 hills; 4 per acre, Pumpkins are grown largely both for cooking and for stock feeding. They are frequently planted in corn fields, seed being planted in hills with the corn when hoeing the latter, and vines allowed to run when the corn is laid by. To allow ample room in which to grow, seed should be planted only in every fourth hill and every fourth row, or even farther apart for the very strong-growing sorts. They are grown also as a second crop on land after early peas, etc. They are distinct from the Winter squashes in having a thinner and moretenderskin. They are more easily pre- pared for use; asa rule have lighter colored flesh and do not keep so long as the hard-shelled varieties of squashes. Where grown as a separate crop, seed should be planted in hills eight feet or more apart each way when the weather has become warm and the trees are out in full leaf. Hoe frequently until well started, but do not disturb the vines after they have well startedto run. When leaves have been cut down by early frosts the pumpkins should be gathered and stored in a warm, dry place, which is out of danger of freezing, but well ventilated. Cut them from the vine with a portio:: of stem attached, and handle carefully to avoid bruising; if bruised, they will not keep for any length of ’ time. y King of Mammoths. King of Mammoths.—This giant variety grows to enormous size; deep yellow, glossy color; splendid to grow for stock and exhibition purposes. }1b., 15c.; lb., 50c. in hills ten by ten feet apart. Large Cheese (Kentucky Field).—Large, round, flattened fruits with broad ribs; creamy buff skin; averages two feet in diameter. It isan excellent keeping variety with thick flesh of exceptionally fine quality. Pkt., 5c.; 4 lb., 15c.; Ib., 40c. W Ja panese Pie.—Crook-neck variety, with extremely small seed cavity; nearly all solid meat; quality extra fine; seeds distinct in appearance, being curiously sculptured in the manner of Chinese letters. Productive; ripens early ; medium size; good keeper. 4 Ib., 20c.; lb., 60c. o Cushaw. €ushaw, or Crookneck.—One of the most popu- lar varieties to grow for pies as well as for stock feeding. Fruits two feet in length, with long solidly meaty neck, most frequently curved in form, seeds are all located in the lower bulb-like end. Skin striped with mottled-green bands of creamy white. Flesh rich creamy yellow, tender and of exceptionally fine flavor. Pkt., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; lb., 60¢: v Sweet Potato.—Excellent for pies; pear-shaped; medium size; flesh and skin creamy white; fine grained, sweet and delicious; first-class keeper. 41b., 20c.; Ib., 60c. Sugar Pie Pumpkins.—tThis is the best of all Pumpkins for pies. The fruit is small to medium in size, flesh solid and fine grained and the seed cavity small, and it isa splendid keeper. Pkt., 5c.; }1b., 15c.; lb., 50c. Connecticut Field.—One of the best for field cul- ture; can be grown with corn; largely used for stock for Winter feeding. OQOt., 20c.; bush., $3.00. [w) chs) J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. PA RS L EY .—Petersilie. 1 oz. to 150 feet of drill. PBPBPAPBPBPBPBROEPPPPRPD APP Sow in rows 1 foot apart and 1inch apart. The seed is slow to germinate and should be given the most favorable conditions. A deep, rich, loamy soil is required. For Winter use a few plants placed in a box in the cellar will give a supply. y Extra Dark Moss Curled. —Thelarge leaves are very heavily crimped and curled, be- ing quite moss- ge} like in appear- “ance and of a peculiarly rich, extra dark green coloring. Very productive, and most attractive asa garnish both on account of this deep-green coloring and fine mossy appearance. Pkt., 5c.; \% lb., 15c.; 1b., 50c. Fine Double Curled.—Plants of dwarf, compact Spr and the young leaves have the edges heavily crimp- ed, being of quite moss-like appearance. Pkt., 5c.; % Ib., 15c.; 1b., 50c. Extra Curled Dwarf, or Emeraid.—the plants ate of dwarf, compact growth, while the leaves are of a handsome bright green coloring, very finely crimped and curled, of a most ornamentalappearance. One of the finest for garnishing or flavoring. Pkt., 5c.; 4% Ib., 15c.; Ib., 50c. OOD ed Sow as early in the Spring as the | the ground over Winter, draw a earth over the tops. PARSNIP. Pastinake. 1 oz. to 150 feet of drill. ¢ weather will permit in drills fifteen ¢ inches apart and half an inch deep, ¢ in rich, well-manured ground, well é dug. Cultivate similar to Carrots, ¢ and thin out to six inches apart in ¢ a a ee the rows to creep. To keep well in little e Hollow Crown, or Large Sugar.—The best variety in cultiva- tion for general use; roots white, smooth, of intermediate length, sugary, of excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c.; 4 1b., 14c.; Ib., 40c. PAPA AIF IIS yim proved Guernsey.—An improved strain, which has given geueral satisfaction. The roots do not grow so long as those of the Hollow Crown, but are of greater diameter and more easily gathered Of excellent quality. Pkt., 5¢c.; $lb., 15c.; Ib., 40c. PEPPERS. —Piefjer. 1 oz. to 1500 plants. BABAR AAMNION Should be sown in hot beds early in April and transplanted in Open ground as soon as the ‘ weather permits. The plants should be set in warm, mellow soil, in drills 2 feet apart and 6 about 2 feet in the row, or may be sown in the open ground soon aS the weather permits and all danger of frost is over. * Long Red Cayenne. Pods small, cone-shaped, exceedingly acrid ; used for } pickles and for making pep- p per sauce. Oz., 20c.; &% lb., 50e. fad &’ Mammoth Ruby King.—Of immense size and the mildest of all varie- ties. Ordinarily they grow four to six inches long by three-fourths of an inch thick. When ripe they are (ofa beamtiiul, bright, ruby red color. The plant is ofa sturdy, bushy habit, and each plant produces from six to twelve handsome fruits. They should not be grown near the hot varieties, or they will partake of their fiery nature. Package, 10c.; 0z., 25c.; Y% 1b., 50c.; Ib., $1.50. Chili, Small.— Red conical pod about two inches long; very hot; fine for pepper sauce and seasoning. Oz., 20c.; 4% Ib., 50c.; Ib., $1.50. yf Cherry Red.—Fruit small round color, rich scarlet ; very hot. Pkg., 5c. and 10c.; 0z., 20c.; YY Ib., 50c.; lb., $1.50. ¥ Chinese Giant.—Plants are of strong, vigorous growth, eighteen inches to two feet in height and thickly set with immense scarlet fruits. These are five to six inches in length and of equal diameter. In the shorter fruits the breadth is frequently greater than the length. The flesh is quite thick, crisp and of mild, sweet flavor. Can be eaten raw as you would a tomato. The enormous fruits yield but little seed. Per pkg., 10c.; 0z., 75c. y Bull Nose, or Bell.—An early variety, of mild flavor; a favorite for pickling and use in the natural state. Pkg., 5c. and 10c.; oz., 20c.; Y Ib., 50c. Sweet Mountain.—Similar to Bull Kose, but larger and milder in flavor, used to make stuffed “Mango”’ pickles. Pkg., 5c., and 10c.; 0z., 20c.; % 1b., 50c. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 23 Seed Potatoes, 1-2 dom 10 bushels to the acre in drills 3 feet apart. i | The potatoes we offer are carefully selected by ex- perienced and reliable grow- | the ers in most favorable locations of the North. They can be depended upon thd In the following list the varieties are arranged throughout in the order of their earliness. as being strictly first-class and true to name. The list contains no kinds but such as are proven, and of exceptional merit. Extra Early Bovee.—A most desirable new Potato introduced several years ago, has become very popular. Reported 12 days earlier than Early Ohio, and is the earliest Potato we know of. The best Potato of the Early Hebron type. Vines dwarf and stocky ; tubers have pink skin and are smooth, handsome and of fine quality. Heavy producer. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25. Everett’s Early Six Weeks.—Especially recom- mended for early marketing, fine quality, cooking well as soon as it attains marketable size. Tubers medium, light red and rose color, with the specks peculiar to the Ohio class; good keeper, and very heavy yielder, we consider it one of the best all-round Potatoes. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25. {rish Cobbler.—The biggest Potato and greatest producer known among the first early varieties; it will outyield all other early kinds, and equal most of the later varieties; fine quality, color a pure creamy white, shape round to oblong and smooth. Vines very stocky with dark green foliage. Bush., $1.75; bbl., $4.50. Early Ohio.—Generally accepted throughout the Western States as the standard early Potato. A week earlie than Early Rose; dull red, round oblong ; quality dry_and mealy ; requires rich, moist soil for perfect development. Bush., $1.35; bbl:, $3.50. Early Fortune.—Splendid cropper; tubers large, smooth, free from scab or rot, of the Early Rose type and color, stands shipping well, and is considered one of the best early sorts. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.50. Bliss Triumphs, or Red Bliss.—The tubers are round and uniform in shape, eyes slightly depressed, and of a beautiful bright red color ; very hardy and vigorous grown, maturing with the extra earlies. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25. Early Northern.—Originated in Aroostook, intro- duced in 1892. A seedling of the Early Rose which it much resembles in appearance; earlier than Karly Rose and more prolific. Table qualities unexcelled, very hardy. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25. New Oween.—A seedling of the Beauty of Hebron, and resembles it; large, smooth, and vigorous grower, of splendid table qualities, very productive. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25. Early Rose.—For a generation the standard Potato of the whole country for earlies, yield, thrift, beauty and table qualities, because it always succeeds well in any soil in any climate and in any latitude ; too well-known to need description. Our stock is strictly pure. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.00. Early Beauty of Hebron.—For many years a standard variety, nearly as early as the Early Rose, but ex- ceeds this variety in productiveness, and of fine table qual- ities. Bush., $1.00; bbl., $2.75. Manule’s Early Thoroughbred.—Of Early Rose family, smooth, uniform in appearance, eyes near surface, handsome, strong and healthy growers; tubers compact in hill; few small ones. Produces heavy crops of fine large tubers of excellent quality; a true member of the Rose family, and a favorite wherever known. Bush., $1.30; bbl., $3.50. Crown Jewel.—A very early variety of the finest quality, skin white and smooth, with shallow eyes;a very vigorous grower; it is a favorite for home use and market gardeners. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $8.25. Early Harvest.—Originated in Maine, and grown successfully for several seasons; tubers white of finest quality, oblong in shape, good shipper, and may be consid- ered as a second early variety. Bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.00. Green Mountain. — White skin, flat, oval form, smooth, of good appearance; fine for the table when well grown ; ripens slowly and is a good keeper; vaJuable for late crops; now taking the lead in all markets. Bush., $1.00; bbl., $2.75. White Star.—Medium late, of good size and quality, white in color ; eyes flush with the skin, and a good keeper- Bush., $1.00; bbl., $2.75. Burbanks.—This variety is quite largely used as one of the reliable late Potatoes, is of good size; white skinned; of oblong shape and good yielder; it isa late keeper and also of good flavor. Bush., $100; bbl, $2.75. New Jersey Grown Seed Sweet Potatoes. Prices Quoted on Application. SECOND CROP POTATOES OF THE ABOVE VARIETIES ON HAND AT LOW PRICES. J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. Radish, —-0 ° Scarlet Globe. 1 oz. for 100 feet of drill; 9 lbs. to an acre. POPOL OPO OD ODD OD OD OD ALO OA DO ey For early use sow in the Spring as soon as the ground can be worked, in drills 6 to 10 inches apart, covering seed half an inch deep; thin plants aninchapartin the row. As the roots are succulent and more tender when grown quickly, a rich, light soil should be preterred, and frequent watering in dry weather will be found beneficial. For a succession, sow every two weeks, BPI P PFI FF)" PAP P- PPPS » Scarlet Globe, (Forcing. )—One of the earliest and best sorts for forcing; its color is very handsome; flavor mild, crisp and juicy: standsa great amount of heat, without becoming pithy. Pkg., 5c.; +1b., 15c.; lb., 50c. The New “Triumph” Radish.—This new forcing f@r extra early Radish is a most distinct novelty. The small, round pure white roots are marked with bright scarlet, in flakes and in short lines running around the circumference. In our trials this year it proved of the earliest maturity, and growing witha minimum amount of foliage is very desirable for forcing under glass, while the bright contrasting colors of the small round roots are most attractive. Skin thin; flesh crisp, tender, and mild in flavor. Pkt., 5c.; $1b., 15c,; Ib., 50c. ““having rich golden skin. Slightly later than the scarlet varieties. Planted May 5th, was ready for the table on June 3rd. Pkt., 5c.; $.1b., 15c.; lb., 40c. * Model White “Box.” —Is superior and entirely distinct from Early White Turnip Radish. Remarkably iil short top, rapid growth, per- fect turnip shape, extra fine quality, showing no dispo- sition to become pithy with age, especially fitted for growing under glass. Pkt., 5c.; +1b., 15c.; 1b., 40c. =. & Early White Turnip. ¥|, —Pure white in color, with asmalltop; flesh pure white and tender. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; Ib., 35c. Model White “Box.” _aneON ey Leafless, ( GS * Early Red Tur- Forcing. )—A new variety of most \N distinct growth, the leaves being very small, heavy, rough and sf crumpled. Roots bright ~ scarlet and small; one- half to three-quarters of an inch in diameter. Not quite so early as Scarlet Button, but on account of small top can be grown even more closely together. Pkt., = 5c.: Lib., 25c.; 1b., $1.00. ® Early Scarlet Turnip, White Tipped.—One of the handsomest of the Turnip Radishes, and a great favorite in many large markets, for early planting outdoors. It is but little later than the White Tipped, forcing, and will give entire satisfaction where extreme earliness is not the primary object. Roots slightly flattened on the under side, color very deep scarlet with a white tip; flesh white and of the best quality. i41b., 15c.; lb., 40c. Early Round Davk Red. (New. ) —The shape is the same as Scarlet Globe, differs only in the skin being darker; very highly flavored ; tender, juicy and brit- tle ; very valuable for forcing. Pkg., 5c.; 4 lb.,.15c.; 1b., 50c. nip.—Turnip shape ; red skin; fine flavor. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; lb.,.40c. &’ French Break- ‘fast.—Color isa scar- let rose, shading into a waxy white at the top; quick growth, mild and tender, good for forcing. Pkg., 5c.; 2 1b., 15c.; 1b., 40c. yw Ruby.—A very handsome small variety, of extremely quick growth, ready for use in from seventeen to twenty days from sowing the seed. Very bright red skin with dis- tinct white tip; flesh crisp and mildly pungent. An ex- ceptionally attractive variety in appearance, and well suited for forcing under glass. Pkt., 5c.; }1b., 15c.; Ib., 50c. Golden Dresden.—Ar early, small, round variety, ~) _, Half-Long Deep Scarlet, or ‘Paris Beauty.” —This is a splendid strain of similar season to the Early Long Scarlet. Very popular in the New Orleans market. The Radishes are of slightly larger diameter and most bril- liant scarlet coloring. Flesh purest white, crisp and juicy. Pkg., 5c.; £1b., 15c.; 1b., 40c. ’ Golden Globe.— econd early, grows toa good size; stands the heat well; very popular with market gardeners; a beautiful golden yellow; flesh crisp and ten- der. Pkg., 5c.; 4 Ib., 15c.; Ib., 40c. é Lar ge White Globe.—An excellent Spring and Summer variety for market. Roots two inches in diameter; skin smooth, © creamy white, with crisp, mild white flesh. Will stand for some little time after reaching full size without becoming pithy or running to seed. i1b., 15c; lb., 35c. Golden Globe. Our Radish Seed is grown ONLY from selected and transplanted Roots by experts, and cannot be compared with the ordinary seed generally sold. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. f 26 b Long Brightest Scarlet, White Tipped.—Thiselem Large White Summer.—Round, smooth, very is the brightest and handsomest colored scarlet Radish known anda decided improvement in earliness and color over other varieties of this class. It makes roots fit for use in about twenty-five days from time of planting, and they continue in good con- dition until they are full grown, when they are as large as the Long Scarlet. It has a small top and does not run toneck. Pkg., 5c.; 4 Ibhy15c.; Ib., 40c. op Long Searlet.—Short top, long deep scarlet roots; crisp, fine flavor. Pkg., 5c.; 4 Ib,y10c.; lb., 30c. iw Improved Char- tier.—The color at top is crimson, running into pink at middle, and from thence downward is pure waxy- white. It is of a very quick growth, and ready for use nearly as early as Long Scarlet. Exceedingly tender and crisp. Pkg., 5c.; 4+ 1b., 15c.; lb., 40c. New White Icicle Radish.—This distinct new Radish, introduced from Germany, is the finest and longest of the very early pure white varieties. It fully equals in crisp, tender flesh and mild flavor the popular White Vienna or Lady Finger, while it is as early as Long Scarlet Short Top. Planted in Spring the young Radishes are ready for use in twenty to twenty-five days from sowing the seed, and their long slender form and pure paper-white skin are most attractive when bunched for market. This Radish is not only crisp and tender when young, but retains these qualt- ties until the roots attain large size, so that it will remain in fine condition longer than any other very early variety. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 20c.; 1b., 75c. ¥ Pearl Forcing.—This new variety is a cross between Woods’ Early French and White Strasburg. The color isa pearl white, with a fine waxy appearance, very firm and solid. They will remain in good condition longer than any other extra early variety. Oz., 15c.; + 1b., 20.; lb., 50c. *Long White Vienna. or Lady Finger.— Whis is the finest Long White Radish in cultivation; it is most beautiful in shape, white in color, both skin and flesh are pure snow-white, crisp, brittle, and of rapid growth. Highly recommended. Pkg., 5c.; 4 lb., 15c.; lb., 40c. ‘Cincinnati Market (‘‘Glass’’ Radish).—A selected strain of the Long Scarlet, growing to slightly larger size, aya early and darker in coloring. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; b., 35c. p Improved Chartier. VNew White Stras- burg.—A very desirable Summer variety, a fayorite by our market gardeners ; skin and flesh both white. Itis excellent *% quality ~ and quick grower. Pkg., 5c.; ¢ Ib., 15c.; Ib., 35c. New White Strasburg. White Stuttgart.—Quick growing, and therefore very early. Of the largest size, and both flesh and skin are pure white; quality fine, firm and brittle, can be pulled for use at any stage. Pkg., 5c.; ¢lb., 15c.; lb., 40c. * Chinese Rose.—A splen- = | —Black skin, white flesh, very | firm and solid, good keeper, | apart. white, crisp and tender. The market gardeners’ favorite for Summer use. Pkg., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; lb., 35c. WINTER VARIETIES. White Chinese. YNew White Chinese, or “ Celestial.”’—This is an enormous Radish of exceptionally quick growth. Excellent for use during the Fall months, but cannot be kept through the entire Winter like the hard fleshed Euro- pean varieties. The large bulbs: frequently grow one-half or more of their length above the surface, measuring from ten to fourteen inches in length and from four to six inches in diameter. Skin and flesh pure paper-white; very ten- der, crisp, juicy and mild in flavor. Pkt., 5c.; ¢1b., 15c.; lb., 50c. California Mammoth.—First introduced into this country by the Chinese in California. It is pure white, abeut one foot long, and two or three inches through, taper- ing regularly to the tip. The flesh is tender and crisp, keeping well through the Winter. Pkt., 5c.; ¢ lb., 15c.; lb., 40c. Improved Half-Long Black Spanish Radish. —This new sort, is intermediate in shape between the Old Round and Long Black Spanish, and much superior to either. Flesh mild, very crisp and sweet, never pithy, and is decidedly the best of all the black Radishes. If stored in damp sand in the cellar they will keep all Winter. 4 lb., 15e%; 1b., 50c. “ White Round Spanish.—Root large, often five inches in diameter,turnip shaped,|skin pure white,flesh white, crisp and not becoming pithy; very compact and highly flavored ; an excellent sort for Winter, as the roots keep a longtime. Pkt., 5c.; $1b., 15c.; Ib., 40c. iW’ New Round Scarlet China, an All Season’s Red WRadish.—This new variety of the China Radish may be sown at intervals from Spring until Autumn. Matures in from six to seven weeks, and is much hardier than most other varieties. Valuable as a Winter Radish, as wellas for Summer. Its handsome round shape, rich scarlet color, and pure white flesh commend it to all. Pkt., 5c.; 4 lb., 15; 1b., 50c. Je Wound Black Span- ish.—Like the Long White Spanish, except in shape. Pkg., 5c.; 1b., 15c.; 1b., 40c. did rose-red variety that keeps during Winter ; tempting flavor and very crisp. Pkg.,5c.; $1b., 15c.; lb., 40c. y Long White Spanish. —This variety is of a snow- white color, similar to the White Strasburg in shape, but rather more stump-rooted. Pkg., 5c.; 4 lb., 15c.; 1b., 40c. Y Long Black Spanish, grows long and large. + Ib., 15c.; lb., 40c. RHUBARB, or Pie Plant. Sow in April or May, in drills one foot apart; when three or four inches high, thin out in rows six to ten inches Transplant the ensuing Fall or Spring in rich soil. Set out the roots three to four feet apart each way; the fol- lowing Spring it will be fit for use. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; lb., $1.50. Round Black Spanish. 26 i SALSIFY, OR OYSTER PLANT. Bocksbart. 1 oz. for 50 feet of drill. Requires a well-enriched mel- Wh 7 low soil, which, previous to sow- : > ing the seeds, should be stirred to a depth of eighteen inches. Sow early in Spring in drills 15 inches apart; cover the seeds with fine soilone and ahalf inchesin depth, and when the plants are strong enough thin out to six inches apart. As the leaves resemble #® grass, be careful they are not = mistaken whilst weeding. 1” Large White.—The standard variety, with white roots one inch fin diameter at shoulder and taper- Hing to a length of eight to ten f) inches. Pkt.. 5¢e.; 1 0z.,10c.; 3 ]b., H 25c.: lb., 80c. me Mammoth Sandwich | Ilsland.—A new and improved ype, producing roots of nearly | double the size and weight of the i| old varieties; mild and delicately XK flavored. Pkg., 5c.; 4 Ib., 25c.; “Tb., 90e. a S PINACH.— 4pinat. 1 oz. to 100 feet of drill; 10 to 12 lbs. for an acre. PRP ODD A Dy PRL A ee For Summer use, sow in Spring in drills eight inches to a foot apart, covering the seed one inch deep. Select rich soil, and manure liberally. A succession may be obtained by sow- ‘ ing at intervals of two weeks through the season. For early Spring sow in August. . ; d. & New Victoria.—The foliage is heavy, the broad, dark green leaves being of the true Savoy appearance and. _ of the finest quality. | improvement on Round Summer. | leaves of great substance. PP kt., 5c.; MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. The most remarkable feature that will make it of special value (for Springgplanting) is the | fact that it is in prime condition from two weeks to three weeks after all other varieties of Spinach have run to seed. 15c. per pound. / Long Stand- ing.—The best for Spring sowing, be- cause it will stand longer than any other variety before running to _seed. Has _ large, thick, fleshy leaves, produced in great abundance. Pkg., OCarelbeallac: v¥Improved Thick Leaf (Viroflay).—A decided Has very large, thick Pb LO cs bloc: American Bloomingdale Curled Savoy.— The most popular sort with market gardeners and truckers for Fall sowing; grows very large and the leaves are wrinkled like Savoy Cabbage. Pkg., 5c.; lb., 10c. SORRELL. — Sauerrampfer. A hardy plant grown for its leaves, which are used as boiling ‘‘greens’’ or salad. Seed should be sown thinly in drills early in the Spring. When well started thin out to stand four to six inches apart in the row. The leaves can be gathered for use at any time after the plants are well started in growth, and the roots will continue to produce a further supply. The plant is entirely hardy, and starting into growth early the following Spring will afford a large supply of fine ‘‘greens’’ quite early in the Spring. Broad-Leaved French.— Large, broad léaves. oz., 10c.; $1b., 30c.; lb., $1.00. TOMATO SEED. LIST OF TOMATO LIVINGSTON’S TRUE BLU SEED. IN ORIGINATOR’S OWN SEALED PACKAGES. OZ + LB Dwarf Aristocrat........ bright red.......... 20 90 Dwarf Champion........ purple. 309s: 20 90 Beauty oss. estes punple. 5. a..20s. eo 20 60 Perfection. ..: .........4. bright red.......... 20 60 New -Stone............:. bright red.......... 20 60 New Illagnus............. flesh color....... . 20 80 Honor Bright............ bright red.......... 20 75 Fav Oritetenc. eee ce bright redness. 20 60 Paraconi) nee cae bright red...... .. 20 60 Buckeye State........... purplessss eae 20 75 BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE. MD. a7 Superior Tomato Seed. All our Tomato Seeds are grown from stocks exclusively for seed purposes, by the originators and experienced growers and experts. Weare fully convinced of the merit of any new variety before placing them in our Catalogue, and therefore recommend at least a trial to our customers and friends. ‘ 9 lants ; % lb. to an acre. tances. It is used largely in the extensive cannery sections ez, Bo GUD ERIS 5 7 of Maryland and has been generally grown for years for PPO A . he canners throughout the United States. kt., 5e.; For early, the seed should be sown in hot-bed during February We © 8 s. Pkt., 5c.; ¢Ib., 5 . a ly Ax or the first week in March, in drills five inches apart, and half an 50c.; 1b., $1.75. inch deep. Later sowings may be made until the last of April. When the plants are three or four inches high they should be set out four or five inches apart, in another hot-bed or cold frame, or removed into small pots, allowing a single plant to the ot. Expose to the air as much as possible to harden. Water Realy at time of transplanting, and shelter from the sun a few days until the plants are established. Cultivate thoroughly as long as the vines will permit, but the last two or three workings should be very shallow, or the crop may be badly injured, espe- cial ly if the cultivator is run too near the plants. i i i ie # Earliana.—This new Tomato has been originated and developed in Southern New Jersey. It is the earliest smooth bright red Tomato of good size now in cultivation. The plants are quite hardy with rather slender open branches and moderate growth, well set with fruits, nearly all of which ripen yery early in the season. The Tomatoes are deep scarlet, generally smooth, but not equal in size to those of the best varieties that are slightly later in matur- ing; they grow in clusters of 5 to 6, fruitaveraging 2% inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c.; 0z., 75c ; +1b., $2.00. J Earliana. } Improved Atlantic Prize Tomato.—Great im- provements have been made in this distinctive early Tomato, which has been lacking in size and symmetry. This is all changed now, and instead of the small, rough, deeply cor- rugated fruits of the ‘‘ Hundred Day”’ type, we have in the Atlantic Prize a variety-bearing fruit which in size, shape, color, solidity and quality will compare favorably with the later kinds, and by repeated trials we have demonstrated that it ripens up a large proportion of its crop the earliest of any variety. We do not hesitate to pronounce it the largest, best flavored and brightest-colored red extra early Tomato. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; $1b., 60c.; 1b., $2.00. * Livingston’s Beauty.—A decided favorite for ither home, market or shipping purposes, being early, hardy; a strong grower; productive, large size; always smooth; perfect in shape, of fine quality. The colorisa very glossy crimson. It is very firm fleshed; has a tough skin and but few seeds. It seldom cracks after a rain, like many other sorts; very uniform, and bears until frost. Pkt., 5e.; oz., 15c.; $1b., 50c.,; Ib., $1.75. Improved Atlantic Prize. Maryland Pride.—Since our introduction of it in 1895, it has been grown with great success by canners and market gardeners, who pronounce it ‘‘the very best second early and main crop Tomato they have ever grown.” The fruit is of a beautiful bright red color, magnificent size and handsome, smooth shape. The vines grow vigorous, and produce abundantly until killed by frost. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; + lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00. # =Success.—This Tomato was originated by Wm. Misse, of Ohio, an expert Tomato grower, the fruit is of a bright scarlet, handsome appearance, large size f and very productive. The vines are of strong, vigor-§ ous growth with abundant foliage. The fruits set in clusters, are very even and regular in size, averaging three inches in diameter and two to two and a half inches through from stem to blossom end. It ripens with the second earlies and yields abundantly through-§, out the season. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20.; 4 lb., 75c.; 1b.,8 7. : , == ’ Livingston’s Favorite.—The canners’ fa-= vorite and one of the best and largest perfect-shaped = red Tomatoes in cultivation. Ripens evenly and a ====s eatly as any other good red sort, holding its size to the end of the season ; free from cracks, and is not apt to rot at the blossom end; very prolific, good flavor, few seeds, flesh solid, bears shipping long dis ————_——— - Maryland Prid‘= -_—= 28 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. TOMATOES.—Continued. ¥ The Matchless.—The vines are of strong, vigorous growth, well set with fruit; the foliage is very rich dark green in color. They are entirely free from core, of a very rich cardinal-red color, and are not liable to crack from wet weather. The fruits are of the largest size, and this is main- tained throughout the season, the healthy growth of foliage continuing until killed by frost. Oz., 15c.; 41b., 50c.; lb., $1.50. Livingston’s Magnus.—This new variety, of the color of Beauty is thicker, heavier and decidedly more solid than the above, making it the most handsome sort in cultivation. It is unsurpassed in quality and in the production of fine, large fruits. While perfectly adapted to main crop planting, yet it matures so quickly that it will take first rank for early market. The form is perfect, uniform, large and attractive. Flesh is very firm. It isa robust grower, with short joints, setting its clusters closer together than most varieties, and is therefore a heavy cropper. The fruits are usually very deep from stem to blossom end, many of them being almost globe shaped. It ripens evenly, does not crack about the stem, and the flavor is most desirable. Oz., 20c.; $1b., 75c.; Ib., $2.50. \ INN il \\\ ly New Stone.-—-This variety has obtained great favor with canners and market gardeners everywhere. Its solidi- ty and carrying qualities are remarkable. Its color is a de- sirable red; in shape, perfectly smooth, and thicker from stem to blossom end than most varie- ties, making it very handsome and salable. Pkg., 5c.; oz., 15c.;31b., 50c., Ib., $1.75 | “— Livingston’s Parag on.— Color of skin deep red; flesh solid and highly flavored. It is larger than several of the standard varieties, and grows large fruit up till frost. Oz., 15c.; ¢1b., 50c.; Ib., $1.75. _— B. B. TOMATO. For description see New Stone. Pkg., 5c; oz., 15c.; +-lb., 50c.; Ib., $1.75. ! —=Prizetaker.—For description see Livingston’s Beauty. O2z., 15c.; £1b., 50c.; 1b., $1.75. w= New Queen.—It is solid, very smooth; free from ridges; ~ large in size ; ripens evenly; of a firm, crimson color; a favorite for canners. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 15c.; $ lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75. , Livingston’s Honor Brigbt.—Its chief peculiarities are its solidity, long-keeping qualities after being picked, and the re- markable changes of color the fruit undergoes during growing and ripening. These changes of color provide an easily learned guide to the proper fime of picking for long-distance shipping. For home market it is picked just as any other sort. The color of the fruit, when fully ripe, is a rich, bright red, but before reaching this stage it undergoes several interesting changes. First it is light green, then an attractive waxy white, then lemon, changing to a rich red. One of the most attractive and handsome varieties grown, and well adapted for home use or market, and on account of its solidity and long-keeping qualities it is especially recommended for shipping. It can be shipped in barrels, like apples, if picked in the early stage of ripening, and will keep from one to four weeks if stored in a cool place. O2z., 25c.; ¢ Ib., ‘75c.; lb., $8.00. ’ New Freedom.—An Extra Early variety of east growthand very prolific. The fruit is of bright scarlet and grows in clusters of good size, bearing well up to frost. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; 41b., 75c. New Oween Tomato. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 29 sm NVorld’s Kair.—The vines are of a strong vigor- ous growth, well set with fruit; the foliage is a very rich dark-green in color. The fruit is entirely free from core, of a rich cardinal red color and is not liable to crack from wet weather. The Tomatoes are borne in clusters of the largest size which is maintained throughout the season. Oz.., 20c.; 4 1b., 60c.; Ib., $1.75. ® Panderosa. — Is the largest fruited deep colored Tomato known, of fine qual- ity, solid, almost seedless and free from acid. The vines are strong, rather open growth; fruits largely ob- long in form and deep through, but quite a per \ ee ENORMOUS.—This illustration gives a very & correct idea of the size and shape of this valuable iW variety. We can safely recommend it for the finest \ Medium or Late Tomato yet introduced; it isa very vigorous grower,the fruit is borne in clusters | | of four to six, of a beautiful bright red color. [AM These handsome, very large, solid smooth Toma- toes average 3 inches from stem to blossom end {ill | and four inches across, with very small seed } cells. Price, 0z., 20c.; % lb., '75¢.; lb., $2.50. centage are too rough to please some growers. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; £1b., 60c. ie Buckeye State—A late, purple fruited variety. The vine is exceptionally strong growing and vigor- ous. It should be given more room than most sorts. Fruit very large, round, smooth and of good quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15¢c.; $1b., 75c.; 1lb., $2.50. i Dwart Champion. —It is well adapted for forcing in vegetable houses, because of its dwarf and compact growth, the plants growing stiff and upright, with stiff, jointed stems. In form and color they resemble the Acme It matures the fruit very early and productive. O2z., 20c: 4 lb., 75c.; lb., $3.00. fil,., il \ i i i i Burpee’s New Quarter Century.—Of dwarf, up- right growth, very robust and compact, extremely early ripening. The fruit is of an intense deep red, very solid and smooth. They average three and a half inches across and two and a half inches from stem to blossom end, they are claimed to be superior to the Dwarf Champion. Pkt., 5e.; 0z., 20c.; $ lb., $1,650. Aristocrat.—This new variety re- sembles the Dwarf Champion in habit and growth; is of good size, solid, smooth, productive, of fine flavor, and a handsome bright red color. Pkgs., 5c. and 10c.; 0z., 20c.; 4 1b., 75c. =a New Century Tomato.—A beauty, full bright red skin variety, large, solid and very prolific, for general crop; it will bear until killed by frost. Oz., 20c.; $1b., 60c.; Ib., $2.00. “== Nolte’s Earliest.—This is a sure \ setting and extremely early ripening varie- ty. The vines are moderate growth, with small foliage. The fruit averages 3 inches in diameter, of a bright scarlet color. Ocz., 25c.; tlb., $1.00; lb., $3.50. Vee" Kordhook Fancy.—tThe plants are of very dwarf, compact, bush-like growth, growing only eighteen inches to two feet in height. Leaves broad, heavy, and quite strongly resembling those of the potato, rich dark green in color. The Tomatoes are of a deep purplish red, solid and of good flavor. The plants can be grown closely together owing to their very dwarf, compact habit, fruit ripening extremely early. Pkt, 5c.; 0z., 20c.; ¢ 1b., 75c. SMALL FRUITED TOMATOES. __ The fruits of these are largely used for making fancy pickles, preserves, etc., and sell readily in the markets dur- ing the early Fall. They are very productive, and for home use atew plants will afford a large quantity of fruit. Yellow Pear.—Similar in growth and fruiting to the Yellow Plum, but the fruits bave a slim neck or distinct pear at » Red Pear.—This is similar in growth and fruiting to the preceding; but the fruits are a bright scarlet in color, true pear shape andrich flavor. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 20c.; + 1b., 60c. Yellow Plum.—This is a leading variety for pre- serving. The vines are of strong growth, and immensely productive, fruiting in clusters. The fruits average two shape. Very ornamental in appearance. and the plants are | inchesin length and one inch in diameter, of a bright wotderfully productive, fruiting in large clusters. Pkt., dc.; 0z., 20c.; ¢ 1b., 60c. lemon-yellow; are solid, fleshy and of excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; £1b., 60c. 30 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. TURNIPS. 1 lb. to the acre; 1 oz. to 150 feet of drill. For Spring crop sow early in April. For the Fall and main crop, from the middle of July to the last of August, in drills fourteen inches apart and thin to six inches. Always sow just before a rain, if possible. BPA BPA" * White Early Flat Dutech.—A standard variety, good size, pure white; small top, few leaves and very sweet. 41b., 10c.; Ib., 30c. » Purple Top, Strap-Leaved.—The well-known popular variety, either for family or market use; large size, white, purple above ground; flesh fine grained. 41b., 10c.; Ib., 30c. t Purple Top White Globe.—A variety of decided merit. Glob- ular shape, very handsome, and of superior quality, either for the table or stock. It isa heavy producer, early, of rapid growth, and an excel- lent keeper. +1b., 10c.; Ib., 30c. wv Yellow Globe.—One of the best for general crop ; flesh firm and sweet; grows to a large size; splendid for table or stock, and keeps well until late in the Spring. 41b., 10c.; 1b., 30c. RUTABAGAS, or SWEDES. 2 lbs. to the acre. LOD eee These grow to larger size with more solid flesh than the early varieties of Turnips which are raised generally in the Middle and Southern States. They need rich soil and good cultivation. As they require longer time to mature growth, the seed should be sown early inJuly. For field culture sow thinly in drills on slightly raised ridges three feet apart, thinning the plants when well started to stand six to eight inches apart, giving them constant cultivation during growth. Late in Fall the tops should be trim- med off and roots stored in pits or root-cellars for use during Winter and g. Purple Top White Globe Turnips. h~ Improved American Purple Top Rutabaga.—Very hardy and _ productive ; flesh yellow, sweet ‘and solid; good for stock or table use. i Ib., 10c.; lb., 30c. PPP PPI POPPI OOOO Oa EVERGREEN LAWN GRASS. 40 lbs. to the acre; 1 lb to 250 square feet. NNN LOL: Spring. Well ripened bulbs will keep in fine condition until late in Sprin Nothing adds more to the attractive- ness of a suburban home than a beautiful lawn. The essentials for a fine lawn are: First. A rich, well drained soil. Second. Ground carefully worked. Third. A wise se- lection of seeds. Fourth. Sowing at such a time as to give the young plants a chance to become wellestablished before being subjected to very dry or very cold weather. Too much care cannot be bestowed upon the selection of grasses, as some varie- ties are the most luxuriant in Spring, others in Summer, others again in the ; Autumn, and a combination of the proper sorts is required for a perfect carpet-like lawn. ; : We have given much thought and made many experiments to secure the best selection, and think our evergreen mix- ture the best possible for permanent lawns. It may be planted early in the Spring or Fall. Lb., 20c.; 25 lbs., $4.50. HERBS.— Gewurz. Packet. Ounce. 4 1b. Packet. Ounce. + lb. AMIE ir RI on 5. rete Sarees de. 15c. AOc. | Dill, extra large............ PEM OC: 10c. 20c. Bastia yeas vrcry tsige) sites Seah. OC: 20c. DOCH |laverndertygy 2s sepiscrrsrhe ret: 5c. 15c. 50c. Summer Savory............-. 5c. 15c. 40c. | Marjoram, sweet.............. de. 20c. 50c. Benes ae neaeeye 2 ote) eee 5e. 20c. GOCK a Sages aemerarcn micteteecterperseicrreert: de. 20c. 60c. Cortand enmity acer ist net ier de. 15c. PANO Mah pny osagh oomadce don oddooe 10c. 25c. 7dc. ces i ns BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 31 MISCELLANEOUS FARM SEEDS. We pay particular attention to this department of our business. The Seeds are selected with special reference to their quality. Purchasers may rely upon our best exertions to furnish Clover, Grass and Field Seeds, fresh, pure and free from noxious and foreign seeds. buy will do well to get samples and prices before placing their orders. ‘and supply the finest grades at lowest market prices. CLOVER. a 5 | Medium, or Common Red ( 7rifoliwm pratense) .— | The Clover Seed of commerce, and the most important and valuable of the Clover family for agricultural purposes. Sow 15 lbs. per acre. (Bush. 60 lbs. ) Alsike, or Hybrid (Swedish) 7rifoliwm hybridum. —Hardiest of all Clovers; perennial. On rich, moist soils, it yields large quantities of hay or pasturage, as it forms a thick bottom, has fibrous roots like White Clover. Esteemed highly by bee keepers. Mammoth Clover (7Zrifolium pratense perenne).— Valuable with other grasses for mixed hay; ripens about with Timothy. Being a rank grower it is largely used for plowing under as a fertilizer. White Dutch ( Trifolium repense).—Grows naturally in pastures ina great variety of soils and situations; indis- pensable in parks and lawns. Crimson Clover ( Trifolium incarnatum).—Being an annual it miust be sown in July, August and September of each year, which, the Spring following, can be cut for soil- ing, by April 20; for ensilage, May 1st to 15th; for seed, about first week of June. Can be grown in corn, or any cultivated crop. 10 to 15 lbs. necessary to seed an acre. Cover with a light harrow. Use only American grown seed. (60 lbs. ) Alfalfa, or Lucerne ( Madicago sativa).—This clover claims to bear the palm asa forage plant, coming earliest in Spring and remaining latest in Fall. It delights in plenty of sun, being a veritable child of the sun; must be sown at the rate of from 10 to 25 lbs. of seed per acre on well drained, well pulverized, deep soil after danger of freezing is over, and prefers sand or gravel sub-soil. Wet sub-soil is fatal to the plant. Roots 3 to 4 feet deep, and when well estab- lished lasts for years. 2to38 crops a year can be cut. Not recommended for pasture. GRASS SEEDS. Kentucky Blue Grass—June Grass.—( Poa pratensis).—Universally known; desirable for pastures and lawns. Sow in Fall or Spring at rate of 2 to 3 bushels per acre. Fancy clean seed. (Bush. 14 lbs.) Orchard Grass (Dacytylus glomerata).—Extremely hardy and widely known. One of the earliest to start in Spring; grows rapidly ; furnishes an abundance of pasture the entire season. 1% to 2 bushels per acre. (Bush. 14 lbs.) Red Top Grass (Agrostis vulgaris).—Thrives well in any soil, but best on low land; produces a firm sod. Sow 1 to 2 bushels per acre. Fancy clean. (14 lbs.) Timothy (Phlewm pratensis).—Well known variety. When ready to buy write for latest prices, whether a bag or acarload. (Bush. 45 lbs.) Prime seed. Choice seed. Wood Meadow Grass (Poa nemoralis).—Adapted for pasture or pleasure grounds of early growth; thrives under trees. Sow 2 bush. per acre. (14 lbs.) Rhode Island Bent Grass (Agrostis canina).— Valuable for lawns. Sow 3 to 4 bushels to the acre for lawn, 1%4 to 3 bushels for pasture. (Bush. 12 lbs.) Tall Meadow Oat Grass (Avena elatior).—Used for soiling. Succeeds well in sandy lands, and owing to its long, fibrous roots, stands cold and drought well. Sow 3 bushels per acre. (Bush. 10 lbs.) Sweet Vernal (Anthoxranthwn odoratum).—Very fragrant, especially when bruised or cut. Mixed with other grasses for pasture it is quite valuable, as it starts early in the Spring and grows until late in the Fall. (Bush. 10 Ibs.) Creeping Bent Grass (Agrostis stoloniferea).—Ex- cellent for pasture when mixed with other grasses ; succeeds well in most situations and thrives in moist land. Sow 40 Ibs. per acre. (Bush. 14 lbs.) Prices are changing almost daily, and it is impossible to quote prices. ; Om Parties wishing to We are in position to handle it on a close margin Perennial Rye Grass (Loliwn perenne).—Very nutritious ; valuable for meadows or permanent pastures ; rapid grower ; most prominent grass in England. Sow 1 to 1% bushels per acre. (Bushels. 24 lbs. ) Meadow Fescue ( Festuca pratensis).—Thrives in all soil; excellent for permanent pastures; starts early ; very productive. Sow1to1'% bush. peracre. (24 Ibs.) ‘ Sheep’s Fescue (Festuca ovina) —Grows naturally on light, dry, sandy soils and mountain pastures ; considered quite valuable mixed with other grasses for permanent early Spring pasture. (About 12 Ibs.) Hard Fescue ( Festuca duriuscula).—Not very pro- ductive, but it is of a very fine quality, and thrives well in dry situations where many other grasses would fail, thus making a desirable pasture variety. (Bush. about 12 lbs.) MILLET. | German, or Golden Millet.—True Southern grown German Millet Seed is far superior to Western grown seed. Hungarian Grass. A very valuable forage plant of the Millet family, but not so coarse. : Cow, or Southern Peas. _ There is no surer or cheaper means of improving and increasing the productiveness of our soils than by sowing the Cow Pea. It makes an enormous growth, enabling the farmer to put plenty of nitrogenous vegetable matter into the soil at a small cost, and so very largely enables him to dispense with the use of nitrogenous commercial fertilizers and has the power to extract this costly nitrogen from the atmosphere and to store the same in the vines and roots so that if the crop is cut off, the land is still enriched and its condition improved. From five to nine tons of green fodder per acre have been produced by the Cow Peas. To grow for hay they are most valuable. For ensilage they are unsur- passed. When it is desired to turn the whole crop under, as a soil improver, it is better to do so after the vines are partly dead. Cow Peas can be sown in May or June, at the rate of one to one and a half bushels per acre. Black.—This variety is quick to mature, and well adapted for late planting and Northern sections: it isa vigor- ous grower and great yielder. Peck, 50c. Black Eye.—A prolific vine-growing variety of merit, seed often sold for table use. _ Market price on Cow Peas changes often. price on bushel or over when ready to buy. Kaffir Corn. One of the best forage plants. The heads contain small white seeds, which make an excellent flour. The heads are greedily eaten by horses and cattle, and make splendid food for poultry, fed either in the grain or ground and cooked. The foliage and stalks make excellent forage. Cultivate the same as common corn, requiring four or five pounds of seed per acre. 100 lbs., $3.00. Dwarf Essex Rape. This plant is extensively grown for forage, especially for sheep, and for green manure, for which purpose there is perhaps no plant better adapted where a quick, rank growth is desired. Prepare the ground as for turnips and sow in June or July with a turnip drill, in rows two and a half feet apart at the rate of two and a half pounds of seed per acre. Our stock is the true Essex Dwarf, and not the worthless annual. 100 Ibs., $5.00. Write for 32 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. To saree ae teeneeiaimeel \ \enten Maeeties ated ' henteened ' honie d amnion Martine teeerned Kerao aaa inemas Kee | FLOWER SEEDS. Our Flower Seeds Are Selected with Great Care from the Best English, French and German Seeds. A Trial will satisfy You as to Their Superiority. TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS. Flowers raised from seed are known as Annuals, Biennials and Perennials. The Annuals live and bloom for one season; the Biennials bloom the second year after planting, and the Perennials. after becoming once established, bloom annually. Hardy Annuals. Biennials and Perennials may be sown in open ground early in the Spring, if desired. They require but little protection in Winter. Half-hardy varieties need Winter protection. As an aid to the proper understandin g of the varieties comprising the following list, each name will be followed by the letter a, b, p or p2, according to their nature or habits. the Jetters having the following significance : (a) Annuals, which live and bloom one season, and perish. (b) Biennials, which do not bloom until the second season after sowing. (pl) Perennials, which, once established, bloom annually. (p2) Perennials, which requireto be grown in a greenhouse or window during the Winter, and transferred to the garden in Summer. ftlyssum, Sweet.—Koeniga. DAN ft butilon. Flowering Maple or Chinese Bell Flower. Universally admired ; few are aware how easily they can be raised from seed, and how beautifully they flower the first season if seed is sown early; should be started in the house and the young plants set out in the garden, but not until the weather is warm and settled. Lhey grow rapidly, and make fine large shrubs, bearing elegant bell-shaped flowers. They bloom freely in Winter in the house. Royal Prize, mixed. BEt oC: #rmaranthus. The varieties are of two types, one of which is valued for the brilliant coloring of the leaves, while the other has large feathery plumes or sprays of rich crimson coloring. Plants are of quick growth, and seed may be sown early in Spring where the plants are to stand, or young plants may be started in a seed-bed and transplanted to the flower-beds. Caudatus (‘‘Love-Lies- Bleed- ing’’).—Plants of stiff, erect growth three to four feet in height, with numerous pendant feathery sprays of rich deep crimson. Pkt., dc. Splendens (‘Rainbow Plant’). —Of stiff, erect growth, with a single stalk three to four feet in height. When plants are fully grown the terminal leaves take on beautiful colorings of yellow, crimson,and scarlet in most showy blending. Pkt., 5c. Salicifolius (‘‘Fountain Plant’’).—Grows two to three feet in height, freely branching and of pyramidal form. Both stems and narrow leaves are of a deep purple coloring, uniform with the slender feathery spikes. The slender branches grow in a slightly drooping manner, producing a graceful effect, and suggesting the resemblance to the fine spray of a foun- tain. Pkt., 5c. Tricolor (‘“Joseph’s Coat’’?).—This is similar to Splen- dens, having a single erect stalk and brilliantly colored leaves when of full growth. The rich yellow and red color- ing are rendered distinct by contrasting dark green of the strong foliage. Pkt., 5c. Argeratum. (a) Free flowering bedding plants of low growth, con- trasting well with Geraniums. Suitable for pot culture in Winter or bedding out in Summer. Flowering continually and profusely. Pkt., 5c. Aentirrhinum.—Snapdragon. (p2) Beautiful spikes of gaily colored flowers, pro- duced abundantly the first Summer until after frost. DWARF VARIETIES. Best mixed. Pkt., 5c. Love-Lies-Bleeding. ——— (a) One of the earliest and most attractive Spring flowers. Very fine for beds of edging. Of easy culture, and blooms freely the whole season. Sweet Alyssum.—The ordinary variety grows eight to ten inches in height, producing spikes of small, fragrant, white flowers. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 20c. Little Gem.—Very compact growth, three or four inches high, but a single plant will cover a space up to three feet in circumference. Grows quick from seeds and ~ will bloom when quite young. The abundance of flowers is simply enormous, 300 blossoms having been counted on a single plant. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 25c. sters -China.—Callistephus. (a) Of all the flowers in the garden, none will give greater returns for the time and money expended than the Aster, which is so well known that a description would be superfluous. Of all imaginable colors, except yellow, and of sizes varying from a small, compact button to an immense- ly big flower, hard to distinguish in size and appearance from the most magnificent Chrysanthemum ; they make a splen- did ornament in any garden, whether they be massed in beds or grown as single specimens. Sow the seed from the middle of March to the first of May, in shallow boxes, in the house or in a spent hot-pbed. When the young plants are an inch high, transplant to a warm bed of finely pulver- ized soil, from whence they can be transplanted where they are to bloom. Moist weather is the best for transplanting. While distinctly an annual, mauy of the varieties self-sow, and come up in profusion each Spring. Seed can be sown in the open ground as late as the last of May, but they will bloom quite late. Asters also make splendid pot plants, requiring fine, rich soil, and plenty of water. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 33 Truffaut’s Peony-Flowered Perfection Asters.— One of the finest and most popular strains. The plants grow stiffly erect, eighteen inches to two feet in height, branch freely and produce large, well-shaped flowers on long stiff stems. The petals are incurved, giving the flowers a globular or ball-shaped form. We offer this finest type in mixture embracing a wide range of most distinct colors. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., $1.25. . : Dwarf Peony Perfection.—The flowers of this strain are identical in form and style of growth with the preced- ing type, but the plants grow only twelve inches in height when in full bloom. They are of neat, compact, stiffly erect habit and flower profusely. While the plants are of dwarf growth the flowers are of large size, fine form, and perfectly double, with beautifully incurved petals. We offer a strain of finest mixed colors, including all the best shades and colorings. Pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.50. #rsters-Comet. This is the most distinct and improved type of flower in Asters as well as the earliest period of bloom. Under good cultivation plants grow twelve to fifteen inches in height, branching freely, and each stem terminates in a fine large flower two to two and a half inches in diameter. The outer petals are broad, flat, and reflexed or curving outward, while the center of the flower is composed of many short tubular petals. slightly pointed. The whole flower has a distinctly feathery effect, greatly resembling that of the fine Japanese Chrysanthemum. Giant Improved Large Flowering, extra fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.25. Victoria.—A magnificent race of Asters, grown largely by florists to furnish cut flowers during the Summer and Fall. It is equally attractive as a fine bedding plant. The flowers are very large and double, with petals beautifully reflexed. Plants grow one and a half feet in height, are of pyramidal form and each produces ten to twelve fine flow- ers on long stiff stems We offer white, scarlet and blue in separate colors, or fine mixed containing over twenty colors. Hach, per pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.25. Dwarf Chrysanthemum Flowered.—Of very compact growth, flowers from 3 to 4 inches in diameter and very abundant; later than other varieties, therefore valuable for succession, 10 inches high. Extra fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.25. Balsam. (Lady Slipper or Im- patiens). (a) Gne of the most popular of Summer an- nuals, bearing masses of beautiful flowers until frost. Some of the va- rieties rival the rose in shape, size and coloring. The flowers are borne at intervals upon an upright stalk, and are much used by florists for ground- work of designs. Sow seed in May, where flow- ers are intended to bloom. Double Mixed.— Pkt., 5c. Camelia Flower- ed.—From a_ magnifi- cent collection of double varieties; fine mixed colors; height, 2 feet. Pkt., 5c. Bachelor's Button. (Lyckuis Dioica). Very old favorite hardy annual; flowers freely in almost any situation ; for cut flowers they are largely used both in Europe and this country, a little bunch being a favorite boutonnier. Pkt., 5c. CALENDULA. (See Marigold ) Canterbury Bell. Handsome, hardy biennial, of (Campanula Medium). stately growth, rich color and profuse bloom. Succeeds best in light, rich soil, and should be transplanted two feet Balsam. apart. Has large bell-shaped flowers, which are strikingly effective. Double white, blue, mixed and single mixed. Pkg., 5c. Candy tuft.—cres ) Universally known and cultivated, and considered in- dispensable for cutting. All the varieties look best in beds or masses. Hardy annual; one foot high. Lilac, or Purple.— Pkt., 5c. Castor Bean.—Ricinis. Tall, majestic plants for lawns, with leaves of glossy green, brown or bronzed metallic hue, and long spikes, scarlet and green prickly fruit. Of very quick growth in rich soil. Tender annual; six to fifteen feet high. Pkt., 5c. Zanzibarensis.—A new and distinct class which sur- passes in size and beauty all the varieties hitherto known. The plants attain great dimensions, presenting a splendid aspect with their gigantic leaves. Pkt., 5c. Centaurea. (a) An exceedingly interesting genus of plants, em- bracing annuals, biennials and perennials. Some of the varieties are foliage plants, indispensable for borders and edges of beds, while others are noted for their beautiful flowers. Pkt., 5c. Centaurea Cyanus.—(«a) (Cornflower). ‘his is the widely known and ever-popular ‘‘Corn Flower’’ or “Corn Bottle,’’ which, if the seed is sown just as soon as the ground is fit in Spring, will furnish a profusion of white, blue and pink flowers from July untillate in Autumn. Hardy annual; two to three feet high. Mixed. Pkt., dc. Elegans.—Double, mixed rose and white. Pkt., 5c. Maritima (Dusty Miller).—Fine silvery white foliage; used extensively for ribbon planting, hanging baskets, vases, decorative pot plants, etc. Perennial, but usually grown as annuals aitoot Pkt. bc: Cypress Vine.— See Climbers. Convolvulus.—See Morning Glory. 8 LARGE 5-CENT PACKAGES OF FLOWER SEED FOR 25 CENTS. 34 J. MANNS & CO.’S CHOICE SEEDS. Carnations and Picotees.—Pinks. The most magni- ficent of all the Pink family, and are general favor- ites for their deli- cious fragrance and richness of color. Seed may be sown under glass in Spring or in the open ground; protect during Winter; half-hardy perennials. The seed we offer has been im- ported from the best sources in Europe, and will produce many splendid novelties in double and semi- double flowers. New Margaret “ Carnation.—T he flowers are of perfect form, large and very sweet scented. The brilliant colors range through many beautifu! shades of red, pink, white, variegated, etc. Those sown in Spring commence flowering in ee / early Summez and continue to bloom in profusion until checked by frost, when they can be potted and taken into the house and will flower all Winter, though, if intended specially for Winter flowering, it will be better to sow later in the season. The plants are abundant bloom- ers, quite dwarf, much branched, compact and robust in habit, stand upright without support. Pkg., 10c. Giant White.—Flowers very large and double; pure white, with only an occasional pink streak; plants short and stocky, with stiff stalks. Pkg., 10. Carnations that Bloom the Second Summer from Seed. Double Dwart Vienna.— Produces double, very sweet- scented flowers in the largest variety of colors and in the greatest profusion. With a light protection they stand the Winter. Pkg., dc. Early Red Grenadin.—For yielding a quantity of double red flowers, there is no outdoor Carnation that can equal it. It will live through the Winter with little protec- tion. Pkg., 5c. Chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemums have de- servedly become very popular. They are showy andieffec- tive in the garden, and very desirable for cut flowers. Elsie Rikts7Dc- Double Corona= rium, Mixed.—Com- pact bushy growth eighteen inches in height. Flowers quite double, three-quarters ¥ to one inchin diameter, | shading from white and light lemon-yellow to rich deep orange. finest \, 2s 4 Hybridum, — Double, : mixed. Pkg., 5c.; 0z., 25c. if Walker.— i \ Cobaea.—See Climbers. Clarkia. (a) Pretty, profuse flowering annuals, much used for edging. They grow from nine inches to one and a half feet in height, and their colors are confined mostly to red and white, separate and in combination. Useful for hanging baskets and vases. Pkt., 5c. Cockscomb. Glasgow Prize, or Tom Thumb. broad compact combs of deep crimson. Very dwarf, with Pkt., 5c. Feathered, Fine Mixed.—This new Feathered Celosia produces large plumes, which are exquisitely curved and curled inexact resemblance to an ostrich feather. The plant grows S about three feet =\ high, is of hand- SN ,some pyramidal form, and nu- merous massive plumes, grace- fully waving above the fo- liage, makes it one of the most i Cockscomb. 3 effective ornamental plants, for either pot or outdoor plant- ing. Itis easy of culture. Pkt., dc. Celosia Cristata.—Highly ornamental plants, produc- ing crested head of flowers, somewhat resembling a cock’s comb. ‘There are many shapes and colors, but of all colors the rose and crimson are the most brilliant and rich. Tender annual. The dwarf varieties are about one foot high. Pkt. .0c: : Triumph of the Exposition.—A very distinct variety, of strong pyramidal growth, two and a half feet in height, branching freely. Each stem or branch is crowned with a magnificent feathery plume of most intense brilliant red, while the large leaves are of a dark bronzy green. Planted either singly or in groups this variety is most effective in the brilliant mass of soft, glowing color. Pkt., 5c. Cosmos. A handsome free-flowering annual of easiest culture, the plants growing from four to six feet in height. Plants are quite hardy, and seed should be sown thinly in drills, or two to three seeds planted in a place where plants are to grow early in Spring when trees are starting out in leaf. When well started, tall-growing varieties should be thinned out or transplanted to stand about two feet apart, to allow them sufficient room in which to grow and branch freely. With us the new mammoth-flowered varieties blossom freely before severe frosts, but farther North where seasons are shorter we recommend planting only the new early-flower- ing varieties, which with us begin to bloom in midsummer when only two feet in height and continue in flower throughout the balance of the season. Pure White.—This is the original type, having pure white flowers. Flowers are not so large nor growth so strong as in the improved varieties, but it begins to bloom about two weeks earlier; they are very useful for cutting. Ber pktt 700s) OZ..coC: Pure Pink.—This is similar, but of a beautiful soft shade of rose-pink. Perpkt., 5c.; 0z., 25c. All Colors Mixed.—Besides the two preceding, this also contains flowers of deeper pink and crimson shadings. Per pkt., dc.; 02., 20c ; ‘¢ Dawn.’’—A new early-blooming strain of dwarf growth, which begins to bloom in July and continues to flower throughout the season. The large circular flowers are of good size, delicately tinted with rose on a white ground. Plants are of compact bush growth, about four and a half feet in height, but begin flowering when only two feet high. Per pkt., 10c.; 0z., 40c. 8 LARGE 5-CENT PACKAGES OF FLOWER SEED FOR 25 CENTS. BELAIR MARKET AND HILLEN STREET, BALTIMORE, MD. 35 Cosmos.— Continued. New Mammoth.—It is impossible to describe ade- quately the grand flowers of this exquisite large-flowered type. They embrace many shades of rich crimson and mauve, together with pure white and white delicately tinted and clouded with pink and rose. These are also monstrous white flowers with flecked and _ serrated eges and with pink and crimson flowers of the same type. The dark crimson flowers frequently resemble those of a large single dahlia. Plants of this variety are of strong free-branching growth, generally six feet in height; the dense growth of finely cut dark-green foliage forms a splendid setting for the star-like flowers. Owing to the strong growth of this strain it is rather later in blooming than small-flowered types. Per pkt., 5c.; 0z., 75c. Coleus. Probably there is uo other kind of ornamental foliage plant so well known and universally admired as the Coleus. The leaves are of many shapes, shades and colors, and nearly all have a rich velvety appearance of extraordinary beauty. No yard should be without these decorative plants. Tender Perennial. Mixed. Pkg., 5c. Cyclamen. Well known and uni- versally admired,tuberous- rooted plants, producing exceedingly handsome red aud white flowers. Tender perennial; one foot high. Persicum. — Mixed ; of great beauty and many colors. Pkt., 10c. Coreopsis. (Calliopsis. ) Very handsome and showy plants, with nu- colors and of long dura- tion in bloom. Pkt., dc. Cyclamen. Daisy .— Bellis Perennis.) This is the beautiful little double Daisy of which the poets have sung so sweetly. It grows but three inches high, and bears a profusion of beautiful red and white flowers. Makes a splendid edging, and is an early and persistent bloomer. Pkt., 5c. Gternal F lower. —(teaicurysum.) These are very popular and desirable for Winter decor- ations, bouquets, wreaths, etc. They should be cut when they come into full bloom, tied into bunches and dried in the shade with their heads downward. Bractectum.—Double mixed. Pkt., dc. Bractectum.— Double red. Pkt., dc. I~ —Golden Feather. Ff EVEL fEW.— Pyrctirun Auranum.) QQ A highly ornamental golden yellow foliage plant, unex- celled for bedding ; one anda half feet. Pkt, 5c. forget-Me-Not.—(rmyosis. =~ Neat and beautiful little plants with star-like flowers, succeeding best in a shady, moist situation ; half-hardy pe- rennials ; blooming the first year from seed if sown early. Pkt., 5c. fox Glove.— viginuis.) A handsome and highly ornamental hardy perennial plant of stately growth, fine for shrubberies and other half- shady places; three feet. Pkt., 5c. | leaf. | out or transplanted to stand twelve inches apart each way. Dianthus. (Chinese and Japanese Pinks.) These popular biennials flower freely the first year from seed. In most localities the plants are- quite hardy and produce even larger and finer flowers the sec- ond year. Seed should be sown thinly in shallow drills when trees are starting out in leaf. When well started, young plants should be thin- ned out or transplanted, so that dwarf varieties may stand six inches apart and the larger ones eight inches apart in the row. Plants begin to bloom early in Summer and con- tinue until destroyed by hard frost. Chinensis.— (Double Chinese Pinks).—Compact plants, with large clusters of small double flowers in a wide range of colorings. Per oz., 25c.; pkt., 5c. Heddewiggii.—Finest single mixed. Very large fring- ed single flowers, frequently two to three inches in diameter, avery fine garden annual. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 50c. Eastern Queen.—Magnificent, large, single flowers, two to four inches across. Finely fringed, beautifully | stained in rich shadings on silvery-white, each flower hav- | ing crimson center. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 50c. Hardy Perenniai Pinks.—These are of great hardi- | ness and bloom profusely during the early Spring each year in the open ground. The plants are of low-spreading growth, increasing in size from year to year. By reason of their great hardiness and habit of blooming during the early Spring, they are greatly valued for planting in cemeteries merous flowers of brilliant | and for a supply of cut-flowers early in Spring before the annuals commence to flower. Seed should be sown thinly in drills early in Spring when the trees are starting out in When well started, young plants should be thinned Plumarius—( Clove Pink).—Finely fringed silvery-white | flowers, beautifully shaded with light lavender-purple ; strong clove fragrance ; blooming in clusters on a long stiff stem. Per pkt., 5c. Semperflorens. — Florists’ Perpetual Pink. Large clusters of very double finely fringed snowy-white flowers, on a tall, stiff stem. Strong clove fragrance, desirable for cut flowers. Pkt., 5c. Gilia. Mixed.—Very dwarf plants of compact growth and great freedom of flower. which are produced in close heads; small saucer-like flowers in a wide range of coloring. Seed should be sown thinly in open ground early in Spring when the trees are starting outin leaf. Per pkt., 5c. Hollyhock. Splendid tree flowering perer:- nials, producing beautiful douple flowers on grand spikes four to six feet in height the second Spring from seed. Seed may be sown thinly in shallow drills at any time 2S, iy eWENY When young plants are well start- F