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Historic, Archive Document
Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge,
policies, or practices.
Special Collections of Small Fruits.
ONE DOLLAR EACH
BY MAIL,
POSTPAID,
T^sT^Ocder Collections by Number and Class only, not by variety, and do not ask for any change.
We have made these collections for the benefit of our customers. If they are carefully studied, almost any
selection may be made from them at small cost.
STRAWBERRIES FOR $J.
No. 1. 12 Star, 12 Nick Ohmer, 12 Margaret.
No. 2. G Star, G Clyde, 6 Nick Ohmer. 12 Bismarck, G Margaret.
No. 3. G Star, G Nick Olimer, 12 Hall's Favorite. 12 William
Belt, 12 Tennyson, 12 Woolverton, 12 Champion of
England.
No. 4. 12 each of Brandy wine, Nick Ohmer, Tennessee Proli-
fic, Gandy, Dayton, Clyde.
No. 5. 12 Star, 12 Nick Ohmer, 12 Shuckless, 12 Glen Mary.
No. 6. 12 Star, 12 Nick Ohmer, 12 Greenville, 12 Sunnyside.
No. 7. 12 Star, 12 Nick Ohmer, 12 Bnbach, 12 (Tandy.
No. 8. 12 Star, 12 Nick Ohmer, 12 Tennessee Prolific, 12 Lady
Thompson.
No. 9. G Star, 6 Nick Ohmer. G Clyde, G Bismarck, G William
Belt. G Sunnyside, G Gandy, G Haverland, G Brandy-
wine.
No. 10. Six dozen of any varieties in catalogue priced at 25
[cents per dozen.
RASPBERRIES FOR $1.
No. II. G Superlative, 6 Loudon, G Columbian, 6 Miller.
No. 12. 12 Eureka. 12 Kansas. 12 Golden Mayberries.
No. 13. 12 Strawberry-Raspberry, 12 Golden May berries
Logan Berries.
No. 14. G Superlative, G Columbian, G Golden May berries, 1
Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 15. G Eureka. G Loudon, G Kansas, G Golden Queen, G Mil-
ler, G Strawberry-Raspberry.
6 No. 16. G Miller, G Golden Queen, 6 Columbian, G Kansas, 12
Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 17. G Royal Church. 6 Golden Mayberries. 3 Logan Berry,
12 Strawberry-Raspberries.
BLACKBERRIES, ETC., FOR $J.
No. 18. 6 Eldorado, 3 Rathbun. 6 Lucretia Dewberries, 3 Logan
Berries. G Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 19. G Minnewaski, G Maxwell, 6 Eldorado, 6 Golden May-
berries, 3 Rathbun.
No. 20. G Logan Berries. 3 Rathbun, G Eldorado, G Strawberry-
Raspberries.
No. 21. G Austen Dewberries, 6 Lucretia, G Eldorado, 3 Rathbun.
No. 22. G Ancient Briton, G Maxwell, G Wilson Jr., 6 Erie, G
Eldorado.
No. 23. G Austen Dewberries, 3 Golden Mayberries. 3 Rathbun,
3 Logan Berries, G Strawberry -Raspberries.
No. 24. C Erie, G Minnewaski, 6 Snyder, 6 Lucretia, G Eldo-
rado. 6 Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 25.
No. 26.
CURRANTS AND GOOSEBERRIES FOR $J.
Marvin Crystal, 3 Red Cross, 6 Fay's and i Knight's No. 28. 1 Industry, 1 Keepsake
Improved Currant
Marvin Crystal Currant, 2 each of Keepsake, In-
dustry, Red Jacket, and 1 of Golden Prolific
Gooseberry.
No. 27. 1 Marvin Crystal Currant, 1 Chautauqua, 2 Keepsake,
1 Columbus, 1 Golden Prolific Gooseberry.
Red Jacket Gooseberries,
1 Pearl, 1 Chautauqua , 1 Columbus, 1 Golden Pro-
lific.
No. 27. 3 Keepsake, 3 Industry, 3 Pearl, 3 Red Jacket, 1 Chau-
tauqua Gooseberries.
No. 30. :; Pay, 3 Victoria. 3 White Grape, 3 Cherry. 1 Marvin
Crystal, 3 Red Cross Currants.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, POSTPAID FOR $1.
NO. 31. G Star Strawberries, 3 Rathbun Blackberries, 3 Eldo-
rado Blackberries, 2 Red Cross Currants, 3 Golden
Mayberries, 6 Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 32. 6 Nick Ohmer Strawberries, 3 Logan Berries, G Eldo-
rado Blackberries, 3 Superlative Raspberries, G
Golden Mayberries, 6 Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 33. 1 Campbell's Early Grape, 1 Koonce Pear, 1 Bismarck
Apple, 1 Fitzgerald Peach, 1 Marvin's Crystal Cur-
rant.
No. 34. 3 Superlative Raspberries, 1 Campbell's Early Grape,
G Star Strawberries, 6 Eldorado Blackberries,
12 Strawberry- Raspberries.
No. 35. 1 Hale Plum. 1 Koonce Pear, 1 Bismarck Apple. 1
Campbell's Early Grape, 1 Bokhara No. 2 Peach,
1 Lorentz Peach.
No. 36. G Loudon Raspberries. 3 Logan Berries. 1 Bismarck
Apple, 1 Campbell's Early Grape, 1 Koonce Pear,
6 Strawberry-Raspberries.
No. 37. 1 each of Wickson, Hale and Red June Plums. 1
Koonce Pear, 1 Bismarck Apple, 1 Campbell's
Early Grape.
No. 38. 1 Bismarck Apple, 6 Golden Mayberries. G Logan
Berries, 1 Fitzgerald Peach, 12 Strawberry- Rasp-
berries.
No. 39. 3 Rocky Mountain Cherries. 1 Koonce Pear. :; assorted
Peaches. 1 Bismarck Apple, 1 Hale Plum. G Straw-
berry-Raspberries.
No. 43. 2 each of Lorentz. Fitzgerald, Greensboro, Triumph
and Eiberta Peaches, G Strawberry-Raspberries,
3 Golden Mayberries.
No. 41. 1 Koonce Pear, 1 Red June aud 1 Wickson Plum. 3
Rathbun and G Eldorado Blackberries, 3 Logan
Berries.
No. 42. Twelve Peach trees, assorted from the following
varieties: Lorentz, Fitgerald, Greensboro, Tri-
umph and Eiberta.
COLLECTIONS, POSTPAID FOR $2.
No. 43. 2 Campbell's Early Grape, G Eldorado and 3 Rathbun
Blackberries, 1 Bismarck Apple, 1 Koonce Pear,
1 Hale Plum, 12 Star Strawberries, 6 Golden May-
berries.
No. 44. G Logan Berries, 12 Star Strawberries, 3 Rathbun
Blackberries, 2 Campbell's Early Grapes, 12 Lou-
don Raspberries, 1 Chautauqua Gooseberry, 12
Strawberry- Raspberries.
No. 45. G Superlative and G Loudon Raspberries, 6 Eldorado
Blackberries, G Logan Berries, 1 Bismarck Apple,
1 Hale Plum, 1 Marvin's Crystal Currant, G Star
Strawberries.
No. 46. 1 each of Alice, Campbell's Early and Colerain Grapes,
3 Rathbun Blackberries, 1 Koonce Pear, 3 assorted
Peaches. 1 Marvin's Crystal Currant, 3 Superlative
Raspberries, 6 Golden Mayberries.
No. 47. G Loudon and 6 Columbian Raspberries, 3 Knight's
Imp. and 3 Red Cross Currants. 1 each of Chau-
tauqua. Red .Jacket and Columbus < Jooseherries,
1 Campbell's Early Crape. 3 Rocky Mountain
Cherries, 1 Hale Plum. 1 Bismarck Apple, 12
Strawberry-Raspberries, 3 Golden Mayberries.
No. 48. 4 Roses, 2-year Hybrid Perpetuals, assorted colors; 1
each of Crimson and Yellow Rambler Roses, I
hardy Hydrangea, 1 Spira?a, 1 Honey suekle, 1
Clematis Jackmanni.
Wote — The above offers apply to mail orders and m
No. 49. 3 Rocky Mountain Cherries, 3 Buffalo Berries. 3 Dwarf
Juneberries, 2 Eleagnus longipes, G Japan Wine-
berries, 6 Golden Mayberries. 12 Strawbery-Rasp-
berries, 1 Bismarck Apple, 1 Koonce Pear.
No. 50. :; Fitzgerald, 3 Greensboro', 3 Eiberta and 2 Lorentz
Peaches, 1 Koonce Pear, 1 Bismarck Apple, 1 each
of Hale, Wickson and Red June Plums, 1 Marvin's
Crystal Currant.
No. 51. 3 Hardy Hydrangeas, 3 Assorted Roses, 3 Rocky
Mountain Cherries, 3 Rathbun Blackberries, 3
Buffalo Berries. 3 Dwarf .Juneberries, 1 < '.unp-
bell's Early Crape, 1 Bismarck Apple. G St raw-
berry -raspberries.
No. 52. We will send any six of the Si Collections, by
Express, or freight, or packed with other stock,
for $5.
No. 53. We will send any three of the $2 Collections, by
Express, or freight, or packed with other stoek»
for $5.
No. 54. We will all-.w you to select $1.25 worth of stock,
at single and double rates, mail sizes, for SI, or
$2.50 worth for $2, postage paid.
NOTE. -Collection No. 54 refers only to mailable stock: do
not order trees by mail, except when they are
given as mail size, as this causes delay and trouble.
liling-size trees.
Address
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, Bridgeport, Ohio.
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inspected,
j^eto fear (Greetings
* ant) mu&int8& Announcements *
IN accordance with our annual custom, we have pleas-
ure in again presenting you with our new Catalogue
for Spring", which we trust will meet with the same
appreciation as in the past. We have an unusually fine and
large stock to offer this season, all of which has been duly
following Certificate:
per
F. M. Webster, M. SC., Entomologist.
C. W. MALLY, M. SC., Assistant.
CHAS. E. Thorne, Director.
XLhc ©bio agricultural Experiment Station,
WOOSTER, WAYNE COUNTY, OHIO.
No. 50. Bridgeport, Ohio, November 4, 1898.
ENTOMOLOGIST'S CERTIFICATE OF NURSERY INSPECTION.
This is to certify that I have examined the Nursery and Premises belonging to E. W. REID'S
NURSERIES, located in Belmont county, Ohio, and find no indications of the presence of the San
Jose Scale, or other dangerously injurious insects or diseases, likely to be introduced into orchards
or nursery stock.
This Certificate is invalid after June 1, 1899.
F. M. WEBSTER,
Entomologist of Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station.
We can assure our patrons of getting stock strictly as represented, clean,
thrifty, and well grown, without any danger of infection — stock that can be depended
on as true to name, fully up in grade and quality. We have made prices as low
as good stock can be grown for, and less than half what many irresponsible agents
would charge. We do not offer cheap, unreliable stock, made up of a collection of
culls from different nurseries, and offered at bargain -counter prices (which are dear
at any price), nor omit to give caliper of trees, which governs rates as well as height.
We ask all intending buyers to carefully examine this, our "Agent." He is
a permanent resident, visits you twice a year, and you can depend on his promises
being all fulfilled.
Thanking our many patrons for past favors, and assuring all customers of our
best personal attention to all large or small orders intrusted to us, we remain,
Your obedient servants,
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES.
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
EVERYTHING FOR THE FRUIT GROWER
ITEMS OF INTEREST.
WHEN TO ORDER. — Early, in all cases; then you are sure of stock named, and we have time to
advise you in regard to anything you may want to know. We also give early orders on trees, etc., a discount.
Our stock in many cases will be exhausted before the season is over. We will hold stock if one-fourth of the
value is paid, but in no case will we book orders unless that amount is paid as a guaranty.
BENEFITS OF LOCATION. — We are on the high hills back of the Ohio river, hence our stock
always matures, and is not injured by winters.
Our location, Just opposite Wheeling, W. Va., gives us many advantages over our own town, as it
is just as handy to ship from this point as from Bridgeport. Further, we have the Ohio river, by which we can
reach many points at very low freight rates from Pittsburg to New Orleans, St. Louis, and other points.
We take our stock, Just as ordered, from the ground, hence it all grows. Our Strawberries have
been shipped to Texas, California and Florida by the thousand, yes, by tens of thousands, reaching their
destination as fresh as when taken from the ground.
OUR SHIPPING SEASON usually begins about March 15, and continues until December 1. We can get
stock out in good time for our southern customers, as we fill orders from this section first.
ESTIMATES. — If you want large orders, write us for estimates, and in many cases we can quote you rates
below catalogue prices, as oftentimes we have a surplus of stock. Many times, if customers when ordering would
add an extra dollar or so to order, and request us to send its value in surplus stock, we could send almost twice
the regular amount of the best fruits and ornamentals.
We will be pleased to have our customers look after our interests in their localities. While we do
not employ agents, we are pleased to have clubs, or any parties wanting stock to club together, and send their
orders as one. In this way you can save quite a percentage ; you can get stock at a less rate, and save in freight.
Besides, you save 50 per cent in price over the cost if bought from an agent.
Our packing department is under the personal supervision of our Mr. E. W. Reid and assistants, who
are all old and experienced hands, who have grown up with the business, and who spare no pains in seeing that the
stock is fully up to our high standard of grading. More than that, you receive stock true to name.
Our facilities for shipping are unsurpassed, as we have all the leading trunk lines represented, and six
express companies. This competition insures us the lowest rates as well as prompt attention.
MAIL ORDERS. — These we make one of our specialties — sending plants, vines and trees by mail ; in
many cases it is much cheaper than by express. We send plants by the thousand by mail at a much less rate to
California and other distant points. This part of the business is looked after by E. W. Reid himself.
You may be sure that after a life's experience he is an expert at the business.
HOW FAR CAN WE SHIP? — A question we cannot answer. Xever have we tried to send stock to a
customer, no matter how far, but that word has come to us that stock has arrived in good condition. It has been
packed forty-five days, and received in good condition.
SHIPPING FACILITIES. — Combining this point with Wheeling, W. Va. (see Location), we have the
best shipping point of any Nursery in the United States. There are but few points that we cannot reach direct,
both by freight and express. We have two lines of the Pennsylvania Company — Cleveland and Pittsburg and P.
C. C. and St. L., or "Panhandle Route." By the C. and P. we reach and bill direct with cars east and west via
Pittsburg, Fort Wayne and Chicago, or Pennsylvania railroads, or over any of the lines operated by the Penna.
Company. We have also the B. & O., including all its lines east, west, north and south; the Cleveland. Lorain
and Wheeling, which represents the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern; and the "Big Four," the Wheeling
and Lake Erie, which represents the great Erie system. Also the Ohio River railroad, which reaches all points
along the river between Pittsburg: and Cincinnati, and gives us connections with the C. and O. Besides this, to
all points that can be reached by the Ohio river" we have the Pittsburg and Cincinnati packets every day.
We have represented here in express companies the Adams, Southern, American, United States. Pacific,
Wells, Fargo & Co. With such a number of transportation companies, we can insure you lower rates than from
any other point. This, with the reduction of 20 per cent on express charges, and being on a direct
line, is quite a point in our favor.
TERMS AND ADVICE.— Cash with order. All mail addressed to Reid's Nurseries, Bridgeport, Ohio,
is safe; we have a special pouch between the Bridgeport office and our own, and with the return envelopes we
send, everything is safe.
REMIT by Post Office or Express Money Order. Registered Letter, or Draft on Chicago or New York, or if
by private check, add 25 cents for collection. Make all remittances payable to the order of Reid's Nurseries.
C. O. D. — We will send goods in this way, provided one-fourth the amount is sent with order, but this is an
expensive way to ship, as you have the return charge to pay on remittance. Goods will be sent in this way by
freight, if requested. No orders from entire strangers will be booked unless one-fourth of the amount is paid on
them as a guarantee.
When making out your order, do so on the Order Sheet mailed in the Catalogue, and do not mix it with
your letter. If you have any special directions, place them on the Order Sheet, naming the road or express com-
pany yon wish us to use. Otherwise we will use the best route laid down in the Shippers' Guide.
NO ORDER RECEIVED FOR LESS THAN Si Please bear this in mind. We have made quite a list
of collections, so that you can get stock low. and we cannot enter orders for a less amount.
FORMER PRICES are set aside by Tin's Catalogue, and prices affixed t.> dozen, 100 and 1.000 are for quan-
tities named: but half-dozen, 50 and 500 will be supplied at dozen, 100 and 1.000 rates.
GUARANTY. — All our stock is true to name and carefully labeled ; yet, while we use the greatest care to
do this, we will not be held responsible for any sum greater than the cost of stock, should any prove otherwise
than as represented.
PACKING. — We make vo charge for boxing or packing above rates in this Catalogue. Everything is
delivered free on board of trains at rates named.
CLAIMS or errors must be reported immediately on receipt of stock, and will be rectified promptly if just;
no claims entertained after 14 days, as we do not guarantee stock to live after arriving in good condition.
TESTING FRUITS.— We are always gdad to receive new fruits for testing, so that we can see how they do
on our soil. They are as safe with us as* with the originator, and any time he wants any information in regard to
them, it will be given.
SEE OUR TESTIMONIALS They prove the value of our stock, and the full address of each party is given.
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Fruit Trees.
Special Notice. — We call your especial attention to our line of nursery stock. Many of you, no doubt,
know how often the people are robbed and humbugged by agents, who call upon you, saying they represent a
certain firm, when they do not; they buy their stock wherever they can buy the lowest, and charge you double
rates for stock which is nothing but culls and common varieties. We have placed our rates as low as any firm
which has a reputation at stake, and we will protect the grower and give him just what he buys.
Preparations for Planting-.— Plow and subsoil repeatedly, so as to pulverize thoroughly to a
depth of 12 to 18 inches. When planting on the lawn or grass plots, remove the sod for a diameter of four to five
feet, and keep this space well worked and free from weeds. Dig the hole deeper and larger than is necessary to
admit all the roots in their natural position, keeping the surface and subsoil separate. Cut off broken and bruised
roots, and shorten the tops to half a dozen good buds, except for fall planting, when it is better to defer top-
pruning until the following spring. If not prepared to plant when your stock arrives, "heel-in," by digging a
trench deep enough to admit all the roots, and setting the trees therein as close as they can stand, carefully packing
the earth about the roots, taking up when required. Never leave the roots exposed, and "puddle " before planting.
Planting*. — Fill up the hole with surface soil, so that the tree will stand about as it did in the nursery
after the earth is settled, except for Dwarf Pears, which should be planted deep enough to cover two or three
inches the quince stock upon which they are budded. Work the soil thoroughly among the roots, and when
well covered tramp firmly. Set the tree firm as a post, but leave the surface filling (of poorer soil) light and
loose. No staking will be required except for very tall trees. Never let manure come in contact with the roots.
DISTANCES FOR PLANTING.
Standard Apples
Standard Pears and strong-growing Cherries
Duke and Morello Cherries
Standard Plums, Apricots, Peaches, Nectarines
Dwarf Pears
Dwarf Apples
Grapes rows 10 to 16 feet apart.
Currants and Gooseberries
30
20
18
10 to 18
10 to 12
10 to 12
7 to 16
3 to 4
feet
apart each
feet in rows,
feet apart.
by 5 to 7 " feet apart.
Raspberries and Blackberries 3 to 4
Strawberries, for field-cidture 1 to 1% by 3 to 3% feet apart.
Strawberries, for garden-culture 1 to 2 feet apart.
NOTE.-A most excellent way in planting an apple orchard 30 feet apart is to plant peaches in between. By the time the
apples require the ground the peaches will have passed their prime, and can be removed.
NUMBER OF TREES TO AN ACRE— RULE.— Multiply the distance in feet between the rows by the dis-
tance I lie plants are apart in the rows, and the product will be the number of square feet for each plant or hill ; which divided
into the number of feet in an acre (43,560), will give the number of trees to an acre.
WEIGHT OF TREES AND PLANTS, PACKED.
Fruit trees 5 to 7 feet, weight about ]()0 pounds to 100 trees.
" 1 3 to 5 feet, " 25 to 50 " " 100 trees.
Grape vines " " 10 to 25 " " 100 plants.
Currants " " 10 to 25 " " 100
Gooseberries " " 10 to 25 " 100 "
Blackberries '* " 10 to 25 " " 100
Red Raspberries " " 5 to 10 " " 100
Black Raspberry tips " " 5 to 6 " " 100 "
Strawberries '. " " 25 " "1,000
SEEDLINGS.-We offer the following select list of the best imported stock: Apple seedlings, 5 to 7 millimeters,
$125 per 100; Pear seedlings, 5 to 7 millimeters, $1.50 per 100; Plum seedlings, 5 to 7 millimeters, $1.25 per 100; Cherry seedlings,
5 to 7 millimeters, $1.25 per 100.
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THREE FAMOUS NEW APPLES
APPLES
The first fruit, both in importance and general culture, is the Apple. Its period, unlike that of other
fruits, extends nearly or quite thiough the year. By planting judicious selections of summer, autumn and winter
sorts, a constant succession of this
indispensable fruit can be easily
obtained for family use. There is
no farm crop which on the average
will produce one-fourth as much
income per acre as will a good
Apple orchard.
| BISMARCK.
This most valuable new Apple,
gill introduced from New Zealand a
few years ago, through the agency
of a celebrated arboretum in Ger-
many, promises to take the place
y§s °^ a^most every other Apple grown
gjp in this country and abroad. It
glf has already been fully tested in
^§f Russia, Germany, France, Eng-
land, United States and Canada;
W and wherever grown it has proved
f a most astonishing revelation,
not only in high quality, but also
in hardiness, and especially in
.. earliness of fruiting. The color
of the fruit is a beautiful golden
0/ yellow, and its size is the largest.
The trees bear most profusely, and
the showy fruits are eagerly sought
after, always bringing the highest market price. Bismarck trees bear at an earlier age than any other Apple,
and the fruit keeps well into March. As a dessert Apple it has no equal, owing to its distinct and most delicious
flavor. It bears fruit when only one or two years old, and it has been grown in large quantities as a pot plant
for table and greenhouse decoration. Large, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.; small,
postpaid, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Tree and Fruit of the Bismarck Apple.
STARR.
Has proved a very desirable, reliable and valuable market Apple, and is now offered after several years of
thorough testing in comparison with other best early market Apples. It always brings 25 to 50 per cent more
than other Apples in market, and sells readily at $8 per half-bushel basket. The tree is a good, healthy
grower, comes to fruiting young, and is an abundant and healthy bearer, though heavier on the alternate year.
The fruit is very large, showy, pale green, frequently with a handsome blush on sunny side; pleasant subacid.
Very early, marketable first week in
July, and will continue in good condi-
tion until September, being an excel-
lent shipper for so early an Apple;
has carried to California in excel-
lent condition. A very superior
cooking and a good eating Apple.
Price, first-class, 50c. each , $5 per doz. :
medium, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. ; mail
size, postpaid, 20c. each, $2 per doz.
WALTER PEASE.
This is one of the best Apples we
know. It much resembles the Baldwin
in color and productiveness. Size very
lar^e. Tbe fruit is very showy and
attractive, and as a table Apple, we
think, has no superior. Fruit nearly
round; color a beautiful deep red on
sunny side, with splashes and stripes
of red on yellow ground on other side:
where fully exposed to sun, nearly all
red. Ripens in September, October
and November; has been kept until
past midwinter. Core very small:
flesh white, very fine-ffrained ; quality
best, mild, juicy, slightly subacid,
with a rich, sweet, aromatic flavor.
Tree very productive, fruiting heavily ;
strong and vigorous grower. A deli-
cious table Apple for either mar-
ket or home use. First-class, 50 cts.
each, $5 per doz.; medium. 40 cts.
each. $4 per doz. ; second-class, 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.
"The Starr Apple.
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SPECIALLY GOOD SORTS OF APPLES
Arkansas Black.
APPLES— VARIETIES OF SPECIAL MERIT.
Each Dozen 100
Heavy first-class, 5 to 7 feet, % in. and up $0 25 |2 50 $14 00
Light Medium-class, 5 to 7 feet, % in. to % in 20 2 00 12 00
Second-class, 4 to 5 feet, Vi in. to % in 15 1 50 10 00
Extra, 6 to 8 feet, 1 in .. 30 3 00 15 00
ARKANSAS BLACK Tree a very strong grower; hardy; very productive ; fruit medium size ; color dark
red; a fine variety for market; quality of the best. It keeps in condition a long time, and its handsome appear-
ance causes a ready sale in market and a renewed and continuous demand. One of the best all-purpose varieties
known.
DELAWARE WINTER (Lawver). Fruit medium to large, bright red, highly colored; flesh fine-grained,
crisp, subacid, excellent. Tree a vigorous grower, early bearer, and very productive.
CANO. Large, perfect form, conical, very smooth; red, shaded on sunny side; extremely attractive; flesh
pale yellow, tender, mild, subacid. Good shipper and keeper. Tree healthy, vigorous and hardy; an early,
annual and prolific bearer. February to May.
LONCFIELD. One of the imported Russian varieties ; a free, upright grower, early and abundant bearer;
fruit medium to large, yellowish green, thickly covered with red stripes, a decided blush on the sunny side; rich,
sprightly subacid. December to March.
NORTHWESTERN GREENING. This is a variety becoming very popular where its merits are known.
Tree a good grower and very productive. Fruit medium to large; yellow; quality good, a very long keeper.
SALOME. Conies into bearing early. Fruit medium, roundish, conical ; pale yellow, slightly shaded pale
red, splashed dark red, sprinkled with small yellow dots; flesh tender, juicy, mild, subacid. January to June.
WOLF RIVER. Tree a strong, vigorous grower; hardy. Fruit large to very large, greenish yellow, shaded
with light and dark red or crimson. Flesh white, rather coarse, half tender, juicy, pleasant, mild, subacid, with
a peculiar spicy, quince-like flavor. October and November.
DOWNINC'S WINTER MAIDEN BLUSH (GREENVILLE). Fruit large, irregular, sometimes flattened,
and at other times slightly elongated, inclining to conical; skin light waxen yellow, with a bright red cheek in the
sun; stem short, usually projecting half as high as the cavity, though in a few specimens it projects to its surface
and beyond, inserted in a deep cavity, often surrounded with russet; calyx small, basin of moderate depth;
flesh yellowish, crisp, tender, juicy, with a very pleasant, mild, subacid flavor. It has a very fragrant odor ;
quality very good. Tree a good grower and bearer. December to April.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
STANDARD APPLES FOR ALL SECTIONS
GENERAL LIST OF APPLES.
Heavy first-class, % in. and up, 5 to 7 feet
Light Medium, % in. to % in. , 5 to 7 feet
Second-class, Vi in. % in., 4 to 6 feet
Extra, 7 to 8 feet
SOT* Thousand rates on application. Boxed and baled
Each
.$0 20
. 18
. 15
. 25
Doz.
$2 00
1 75
1 50
2 50
Per 100
$12 00
10 00
8 00
14 00
Yellow Transparent.
SUMMER VARIETIES.
Early Harvest. Medium size, straw color ; tender
and subacid. July and August.
Early Strawberry. Medium size ; nearly covered
with red; flesh tender, with a mild, fine flavor; tree
a moderate grower and a good bearer. August.
Golden Sweet. Large; pale yellow; sweet and gcod
bearer, August and September.
Red Astrachan. Large; nearly covered with deep
red, overspread with a thick bloom; juicy; a good
bearer, and beautiful; well known and valued. August.
Sweet Bough. Large; pale greenish yellow; tender
and sweet; good bearer. August.
Tetofsky. Russian origin; profitable for market:
bears early; hardy as a crab; beautifully striped with
red. July and August.
Yellow Transparent. The tree, so far, has proved
very hardy, moderately vigorous, upright, an early and
good bearer annually. Fruit medium, roundish oblate,
slightly conical; skin pale yellow when fully mature;
flesh white, half fine, tender, juicy, sprightly, subacid;
quality good to very good. August.
AUTUMN VARIETIES.
Alexander. Large, red, beautiful; ironclad. Sep- j
tember and October.
Bailey's Sweet. Fruit large, round, mottled and
striped deep red; flesh yellow and tender, with a mild,
rich, sweet flavor. Slow, poor grower. October.
Duchess of Oldenburg. Russian origin; size large;
somewhat blushed; productive. September.
Fall Pippin. Very large; yellow, tender, juicy and
rich ; does well in all localities. October and November.
Fameuse (Snow Apple). Medium size; flesh
snow-white; finest dessert fruit; succeeds well in the
north. November to January.
Cravenstein. Very large; striped; finest quality;
free.
growth erect; very productive. A very popular va-
riety. September and October.
Jersey Sweet. Medium; striped red and green;
very rich, sweet and pleasant; good bearer. Septem-
ber and October.
Maiden Blush. Large; smooth, with a fine evenly
shaded red cheek; flesh white, tender; bears large
crops. September and October.
Rambo. Medium, yellowish with red, and some-
what dotted; mild, tender and productive. A very
popular variety. October to December.
Red Bietigheimer. A rare and very valuable Ger-
man variety; fruit large to very large; roundish, in-
clining to conical; skin pale cream colored; ground
mostly covered with purplish crimson; flesh white,
firm, subacid, with a brisk, pleasant flavor. Tree a
free grower and abundant bearer. This is one of the
largest and handsomest of Apples, and worthy of exten-
sive cultivation. September.
Red Bietigheimer.
Hubbardston Nonesuch.
WINTER VARIETIES.
Baldwin. Large; deep, bright red; juicy, good fla-
vor; very productive and handsome; one of the best
and most popular Apples. December to April.
Ben Davis (New York Pippin). Large, handsome*
striped; productive ; late keeper. Dec. to March.
Dominie (Red-Streak or Wells). Large, striped,
Apple, resembling the Rambo; vigorous grower and
profuse bearer; succeeds everywhere. Dec. to April.
Fallawater (Tulpehocken, Pound, etc.). Very large;
dull red; of good quality; productive; good bearer.
Tree very vigorous, bearing fruit when quite young.
November to March.
Golden Russet. Medium, roundish; dull russet,
with reddish cheek; flesh fine and juicy. Nov. to April.
Crimes' Golden. Of highest quality; medium to
large size; yellow; productive. January to April.
Hubbardston Nonesuch. Large; striped jrellow
and red; tender, juicy and fine; strong; good bearer.
November to February.
Jonathan. Fruit medium or small, roundish; skin
yellow, nearly covered with a lively red; fine-drained,
very tender, and of fine flavor. November to March.
King. Large; handsome; striped red and yellow;
productive. November to March.
Mcintosh Red. Tree very hardy, long-lived, annual
bearer; handsome fruit of excellent quality for home or
market use; nearly covered with dark, rich red or
crimson; flesh white, fine, very tender and juicy. No-
vember to February.
Mann. New; an upright grower, forming a round
head; fruit large; deep yellow when fully ripe; good to
very good; will keep as long as Roxbury Russet. De-
cember to April.
Northern Spy. Large; slightly conical ; flesh white
and tender; tree a good grower. December to March.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
STANDARD APPLES FOR ALL SECTIONS
Our
Apple Trees
are fine,
healthy stock.
See Certificate on
page I.
Wagrener.
Paradise Sweet. Medium ; yellow ; excellent
bearer. December to February.
Pewaukee. A seedliug from Duchess of Olden-
burg. Fruit medium to large, obovate, waved ; surface
bright yellow, partially covered with dull red ; striped
and splashed, covered with a gray bloom, and over-
spread with whitish dots ; flesh yellowish white. A
beautifully colored Apple, of a very rich and sprightly
flavor. January to June.
Rhode Island Greening. Large ; greenish yellow;
tender, juicy and rich ; an abundant bearer. November
to- March.
Stark.
Rawle's Janet (Neverfail). Medium, roundish-
ovate ; greenish yellow, striped with red ; crisp, rich
and juicy ; one of the best and longest keepers in the
south and southwest. December to April.
Roxbury Russet.
Rome Beauty. Large ; yellow, shaded with bright
red ; a very profitable and satisfactory variety. No-
vember to April.
Roxbury Russet. Medium to large ; greenish rus-
set ; productive ; valuable for its long keeping. Jan-
uary to June.
Smith's Cider. Large ; somewhat flattened ; flesh
tender ; a handsome and desirable fruit. December to
March.
Seek-no-Further. Medium to large, with dull red
stripes ; tender, rich and spicy ; good bearer. No-
vember to February.
Stark. Grown in Ohio ; valuable as to long-keeping .
qualities ; fruit large ; skin greenish yellow, striped
with red. December to March.
Tol man's Sweet. Medium size ; pale yellow ; very
firm, rich and very sweet. November to April.
Winesap. Dark red ; excellent bearer. December
to May.
Walbridge. Fruit medium size ; handsome; striped
with red ; quality good ; productive. November to
June.
Wealthy. A new variety from Minnesota ; healthy,
hardy, and very productive ; skin smooth, shaded with
red in the sun ; flesh white, fine, tender and juicy.
December to February.
Wagener. Large ; deep red in sun ; flesh firm ;
very productive. December to May.
Yellow Bellflower. Large ; yellow, with pale blush;
very tender and juicy ; in use all winter ; an old fa-
vorite, which is and always has been popular. Novem-
ber to April.
York Imperial (Johnson's Fine Winter). Medium to
large ; white, heavily shaded with dark crimson ; firm,
crisp, juicy, subacid, good quality , very desirable.
November to March.
CRAB APPLES.
Crab Apple trees form beautiful ornamen-
tals, both in spring, when abloom with their
subtly fragrant flowers, and in autumn, when
thickly laden with small, bright crimson or
yellow fruit. They are much used for pre-
serving.
General Grant. Fruit large, round, very
dark red ; flesh white and tender ; excellent
for dessert. October.
Hyslop. Large ; deep [crimson ; popular
on account of being large and beautiful.
October to January.
Orange. An annual and abundant
bearer ; fruit large |and delicious. October
to December.
Whitney. Large, averaging 2 inches in
diameter ; tree a great bearer, and very
hardy. August.
Quaker Beauty. Bears a large crop of
fruit, and is very hardy. December to May.
Transcendent. Immensely productive,
bearing a good crop in fourth year ; one of
the best. September and October.
Siberian. Nearly as large as the above ;
fine golden and amber color. September and
October.
Hewes' Virginia. Esteemed for cider.
October.
Prices same as in General List.
A Cluster of General Grant Crab Apples.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
NEW SORTS OF JAPAN PLUMS
The Hale Plum.
PLUMS.
Since the introduction of the Japan varieties, which are almost curculio-proof , no one need be without Plums
from June till September. Plum trees bear at an early age, and the yield of the Japan varieties is surprising;
they -often come into bearing at two years from planting. The ^~^~«-^(~
trees are vigorous, and the fruit is beautiful in appearance and j^aa^jj^fj^g:,,; ^
superb in quality. We know of no better investment than
good Plum orchard.
New Varieties of JAPAN PLUMS
THE HALE PLUM.
This new Plum was originated by Luther Bur-
bank, the "Wizard of Horticulture," who says of it:
"In the hedgerow of seedlings this was the most
vigorous, most productive, handsomest, most
uniform and, next to Wickson, the best flavored
of any Japan Plum I have ever seen. I do not
know of any fruit that will keep longer." Most vig-
orous of all the Japans. Fruit large, bright orange,
mottled with cherry -red. Superb in quality, fully
equal to Imperial Gage; none so fine for the family.
Ripens middle of September. Prices, first-class,
40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts. each, $3
per doz.; second-class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.;
mail size, postpaid, 25 cts. each.
WICKSON.
A sturdy, upright grower, productive almost
to a fault. Fruit remarkably handsome, deep
maroon-red, covered with white bloom ; stone small ;
flesh fine texture, firm, sugary and delicious. Ex-
cellent keeper and shipper; will keep two weeks after ripening. Specimens sent to us from California were
received in excellent condition. Price, first-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. ; medium, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ;
second-class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. ; mail size, postpaid, 25 cts. each.
RED JUNE.
A vigorous, hardy, upright, spreading tree, as
productive as Abundance. Fruit medium to large,
deep vermilion-red, with handsome bloom, very
showy; flesh light lemon-yellow, slightly subacid, of
good and pleasant quality, half cling, pit small.
Ripens a few days after Willard, and is the best in
quality of any of the early varieties. Price, first-
class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ; medium, 25 cts. each,
$2.50 per doz. ; second-class, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ;
mail size, postpaid, 20 cts. each.
WILLARD.
Japanese. It is highly praised by leading horti-
culturists as one of the best of this class. Tree is a
good grower, immensely productive; much earlier
than Abundance, and of good quality. Price, first-
class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ; medium, 25 cts. each,
$2.50 per doz.; mail size, postpaid, 25 cts. each.
Wickson Plum.
Red June Plum. (Exact natural size.;
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO ^ ^
SPECIALLY SELECTED PLUMS
SPECIAL LIST OF PLUMS.
Each Doz. 100
Heavy first-class, 5 to 7 ft., % in. and up $0 25 $2 50 $15 00
Light first-class, 5 to G ft., % to % in 20 2 00 12 00
Second-class, 4 to 5 ft., % to % in 15 1 50 9 00
Extra, 6 -to 8 ft 30 3 00 17 00
Mailing size, postpaid 6 trees f or $1 20
Note. — Light grades of the starred varieties, about 4 to 5
feet, for orchard planting, $7 per 100.
ABUNDANCE (Botan). Beautiful lemon-yellow ground,
nearly overspread with bright cherry and with a heavy bloom;
large to very large, oblong, tapering to the point like Wild Goose; wfeSj
flesh orange-yellow, melting, rich and highly perfumed. Abun- flk ^^^|^^HHHB9R§P^
danl and annual bearer. Tree a vigorous, upright grower. Has 9k#H'«&'i«
been thoroughly tested, and is highly recommended. July.
Illustrated below.
BURBANK. Very similar to Abundance, but of deeper
color, and ripens later in the season. The fruit is large, nearly
globular, clear cherry-red, with a thin lilac-bloom; flesh a deep
yellow, very sweet, with a peculiar and agreeable flavor; the tree
is a vigorous grower, with large and broad leaves usually begins
to bear second year after transplanting. August.
*CHABOT. Medium to large (size of Burbank); cherry-red;
flesh yellow, sweet, of excellent quality; very prolific; an excel-
lent Plum. Early September.
OCON. Medium size; clear lemon-yellow, with light bloom; ^
flesh thick, meaty, dry, firm, freestone; long keeper; second qual- ^
ity; excellent for canning; moderately productive. August.
SIM ON I (Apricot Plum). Fruit bright red, flat; flesh
apricot-yellow, firm, with a peculiar aromatic flavor not found in Chabot Plum,
any other Plum. Of little value save as a novelty. September.
*SATSUMA. "Fruit medium to large; broadly conical, with a blunt, short point; suture very deep; skin
very dark and dull red all over, with greenish dots and an
under color of brown-red; firm, very juicy; quality good;
free. Midseason."
LINCOLN. "This marvelous Plum originated in York
county, Pa. , over twenty-five years ago, from seed of Green
Gage or Reine Claude. Lincoln was given it as an appro-
^ priate name when it first came into bearing, on account of
its many merits of high order — Lincoln at the time being
President. In color it is reddish purple, with a delicate
bloom ; very bright, showy and attractive ; flesh light yellow
"%;\ or amber, exceedingly juicy, rich, sweet, melting and
\ luscious — entirely free from any coarseness or toughness —
WBm parting freely from the stone. It ripens from first to mid-
dle of August, and its productiveness is simply beyond
description or comprehension until seen. The skin is so
strong as to completely protect the fruit from the attacks of
};f| the curculio." Price, first-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.;
Hf medium, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. ; second-class, 20 cts.
■f each, $2 per doz. Valuable for many sections.
Abundance Plum.
MILTON. Rather large, roundish oblong, dark
red; skin thin: flesh firm, good quality; the earliest
Plum in the world. Ripens in Iowa three weeks earlier
than Wild Goose. Will prove a great boom to fruit-
growers when fully known. Its large size, good
quality and extreme earliness make it a very valuable
Plum. A strong, vigorous grower and very productive.
Price, first-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.; medium,
25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; second-class, 20 cts. each,
$2 per doz.
GRAND DUKE. A valuable addition to late
Plums. As large as the Bradsliaw, of same color, and
ripens latter part of September. Entirely free from
rot. One of the best Plums for market yet offered.
Price, first-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.: medium,
25 cts. each. $2.50 per doz.; second-class, 20 cts.
each, $2 per doz.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
STANDARD PLUMS FOR ALL SECTIONS
GENERAL LIST OF PLUMS.
Each
Heavy first-class, 5 to 7 feet, % in. and up $0 25
Light first-class. 5 to 7 feet, % to % in 20
Second-class, 4 to 5 feet, XA in. to % in 15
Extra size. 6 to 7 feet 30
Doz.
$2 50
2 00
1 50
3 00
100
$14 00
12 00
9 00
16 00
NOTE.-Our Plum stock is very fine this season, with reduced rates; our trees are all on Plum
roots, and of the finest type. We have a few thousand trees 4 to 5 feet, very nice stock for settin-r. These, in
orders of SO Trees or more, we will supply at $7 per IOO. The varieties are prefixed in the list with a star (*).
Saratoga. The fruit is immense; the
largest Plum we have seen; bright reddish
purple, covered with a rich bloom. It is
elongated and almost pear-shaped. Its large
size, great beauty, fine quality and produc-
tiveness have attracted great attention. Aug.
Shropshire Damson. A Plum of fine
quality; larger than the common Damson.
September.
*Shipper's Pride. A large blue Plum:
very hardy and productive; esteemed for
market. September.
Spaulding. Large; yellowish green, with
marblings of a deeper green, and delicate
white bloom; flesh pale yellow, exceedingly
firm, of sugary sweetness, sprightly and
rich ; parts readily from the stone, and is not
injured by the cureulio. Vigorous and very
productive. August.
Wild Goose. Fruit large; clear, bright
vinous red; firm, juicy and sweet. July.
Washington. Fruit very large; hand-
some; yellow-red; flesh firm, very juicy and excellent.
August.
Weaver. Fruit large; purple; prolific; regular
bearer; of good quality; stands severest winters.
August.
Wolfe. Nearly as large as Lombard; superior for
cooking and for serving as a dessert with sugar; tree
a good grower ; very hardy, and becoming quite popu-
lar. August.
Moore's Arctic.
*Bradshaw. Fruit very large, dark violet-red; flesh
yellowish green. August.
*Bavay's Green Gage (Reine Claude de Bavay.)
Fruit large, roundish oval; flesh yellow, juicy; vigor-
ous and productive. September.
Beauty of Naples. Medium to large; greenish
yellow; excellent quality. September.
Coe's Golden Drop. Large and handsome; light
yellow; firm, sweet, rich. September.
De Soto. Medium; bright red; sweet, rich, of good
quality; extremely hardy and productive.
Fellemberg. A fine late Plum; oval; pur-
ple; juicy and sweet; parts from the stone;
fine for drying; very productive. September.
♦German Prune. A large, long, oval variety,
esteemed for drying; dark purple. Sept.
General Hand. Very large, oval ; golden
yellow; juicy, sweet and good. September.
Cuii. Very large; deep purple, covered
with thick bloom ; flesh yellow, sweet. Sept.
♦Imperial Cage. Fruit large, oval; skin
pale green; flesh juicy, sweet, rich and ex-
cellent; vigorous and productive. August.
Italian Prune. Large; juicy; abundant
bearer; tree very hardy ; profitable. Sept.
* Lorn bard. Violet-red; juicy; sweet; adheres to
the stone; productive. August.
Marianna. The tree is an unusually strong, rapid
grower; fruit larger than Wild Goose. Productive.
August.
Moore's Arctic. Remarkable for hardiness and
freedom from cureulio; a great bearer; dark purple;
flavor very fine.
"Niagara. Very large; reddish purple; resembles
Bradshaw. August.
Pottawottamle. Strong grower; hardy and pro-
ductive ; fruit yellow. August.
Pond's Seedling, Light red, changing to viol, t ;
abundant bearer; one of the most attractive in cultiva-
tion. September.
Prince Englebert. Large; oblong-oval; deep pur-
ple; flesh yellowish green, juicy, sugary; separates
from the stone. August.
Quae ken boss. Large; deep purple; flesh coarse,
juicy, sprightly. September.
Yellow Egg. Very large; egg-shaped; productive;
excellent for cooking. August.
A Twig: of Wolfe Plums.
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^ E, W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
THE KOONCE PEAR
Koonce Pear.
PEARS.
The Pear, like most other things highly desirable and valuable, cannot be had without attention,
labor and skill. The relative prices of the apple and Pear being about as one to ten, show at the same time the
superior value of the latter, and the greater skill required to bring it to perfection. Summer Pears should be
gathered at least ten days before they are ripe, and autumn Pears at least a fortnight. Winter varieties, if they
will hang so long, may be left until the leaves begin to fall.
Dwarfs must always be planted sufficiently deep to cover the Junction of the Pear and quince two
or three inches, the soil made rich and well tilled, and about one-half of the previous summer's growth cut off
each spring. Under this treatment dwarfs are everywhere successful. The side branches should not be removed
higher than one foot from the ground in dwarfs, while standards may be trimmed to any height desired. Train in
pyramidal form. Gather when, on gently lifting the fruit, the stem will readily separate from the branch. Place
in a dark room until fully matured. Winter Pears may hang on the trees until danger of frost.
KOONCE.
This fine and valuable early Pear is a chance seedling, found on an old farm in the state of Illinois. The
original tree w as very old and had borne many abundant crops. In the community where it originated it is known
as the leading early Pear; in fact, the only early Pear that has been a success. Tree is a very vigorous
grower, free from blight, hardy and productive; fruit medium to large; skin yellow, with a very handsome blush;
does not rot at the core, like many of the other early sorts. Ripens two weeks earlier than Harvest Belle. In
offering this Pear to the public, we feel that we are supplying a long felt want, and at a price which will bring it within
reach of all. It will stand on its merits anywhere, and meets the needs of the progressive fruit-grower for an
early market Pear, good in quality, beautiful in appearance and large in size. For fruit-growers, both in
the north and south, this should prove very valuable. Its vigorous growth, with heavy foliage, should enable it to
endure a hot climate, while its late blooming and hardiness in bud will insure for it abundant crops, despite the
frosts that so often kill the Kieffer and Le Conte. For the north, it is expressly suited; it is so hardy that it will
stand the rigor of winter, and, being so early in season, will come into market before the glut of southern
Kieffers and Le Contes, and bring the highest price. Price, first-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium,
30 cts. each, $3 per doz.; small size, by mail, postpaid, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
FOUR MONEY-MAKING PEARS
ROSSNEY.
A new and excellent Pear, raised from seed at Salt Lake City, Utah. In size medium to large ; very fine
grained, flesh melting, juicy, very sweet. Ripens two
weeks after Bartlett; is an excellent keeper and shipper,
with tree much stronger than Keiffer. Luther Burbank
says: " The. samples of Rossney Pear arrived in due sea-
son. The large size, handsome form, and creamy yellow
skin with crimson blush, give the fruit a tempting appear-
ance ; and the tender, creamy flesh of just the right texture,
with no hard spots and an unusually small core, with its
superior flavor, make it about the best pear so far
seen. If the tree is vigorous, healthy and productive,
would prefer it to any other, even the standards, .Bartlett
or Seckel." Specimens of this new variety were received
by us from the originator last year, and we were very
much impressed with its beautiful and attractive appear-
ance, excellent quality and size ; in general appearance it
somewhat resembles Bartlett, but is more round. It is
very seldom you can find a single variety combining so
many rare qualities as this does, and we have great
pleasure in offering it as the best Pear on the market
at the present time. Price, first-class. $1 each: second-
class, 75 cts. each; mailing size, postpaid, 75 cts. each.
VERMONT BEAUTY.
This beautiful and valuable Pear originated on Grand
Isle, Lake Champlain. It is very hardy, having endured
extremely cold weather, and has never lost a bud from
either cold or blight. The growth is vigorous, the
leaves free from blight, the crops are annual and abundant.
In quaiity the fruit approaches nearer that most
delicious of Pears, the Seckel, than any other Pear
on the market; it is full medium size, yellow, covered
on the sunny side with bright carmine-red, making it
exceedingly attractive and handsome; flesh melting, rich,
juicy, ai-omatic. Ripening with and after Seckel, though
much larger in size and more attractive in appearance, it
cannot fail to prove a general favorite and very valuable.
Price, first-class, 40 cts, each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts.
each, $3 per doz.; small, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.;
25 cts. each, postpaid.
Rossney.
LINCOLN CORELESS.
This wonderful and remarkable late winter Pear, so far as we are able to ascertain, is a chance seedling. It
originated in Lincoln county, Tennnessee, near the Alabama line, and the original tree can be traced back for
sixty years, during which time it has seldom failed to bear. The original tree, though scarcely more than a shell,
has remained free from blight and annually borne fruit until a few sum-
mers ago, when, overloaded with fruit during the extreme dry weather, it £^ r^rT"**""-"*"!
died from sheer exhaustion. The young trees are good growers ; wood
dark ; foliage large, healthy, and entirely free from blight, leaf -rust or
mildew. First-class, 40 cts" each, $4 per doz.; second class, 30 cts. each.
$3 per doz. ; mailing size, postpaid, 25 cts.
WORDEN-SECKEL (Seneca).
A strong, vigorous, upright, hardy grower, retaining
its foliage green and healthy very late in the season; never
has shown any blight, mildew or other disease ; makes
a very handsome tree. Bears young and abundantly.
Fruit a beautiful bright yellow, with brilliant red cheek;
large, rich, juicy, buttery, melting, sprightly, vinous — of
high flavor — very attractive in appearance and of excellent
quality. Much admired and highly praised by all who see
it. Ripens immediately after Bartlett, and com-
mands the highest prices. Realizing the high prices at
which Bartletts sell a little after their season, and the
advantage of a larj^e, handsome Pear of good quality ripen-
ing at that favorable time, we take pleasure iu introducing
the Seneca to lovers of rare and choice fruits, with every
confidence of its cordial reception and general satisfaction
and profit to the planter. First-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per
doz. ; second-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ; mailing size,
postpaid, 25 cts.
Paxtang, Pa., Nov. 21, 1898. <■
Dear Sirs: — I received trees and vines all O. K. Ami
well pleased, and thank you for promptness in shipping.
Yours truly,
J. H. Snyder.
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i A beauty in
j shape, size, color
1 and quality.
Vermont Beauty.
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
PEARS OF GOOD OLD SORTS
GENERAL LIST OF PEARS.
DWARFS,
Light, first-class, 5 to 7 feet, % in. to % in.
Second-class, 4 to 5 feet, % in. to % in
Extra, 6 to 8 feet
First-class, % in-> 4 to 5 feet
Second-class, % in., 3 to 4 feet
Extra
Each
Doz.
100
.$0 25
$2 50 '
$12 00
. 20
2 00
9 00
. 15
1 50
7 50
30
3 00
15 00
20
2 00
9 00
15
1 50
7 00
25
2 50
11 00
very productive, and bears young ; flesh crisp, juicy
and pleasant, though not best in quality. July to
August.
LeConte. Of remarkable vigor and beauty of
growth. The fruit is bell-shaped, of a rich, creamy
yellow when ripe ; smooth and fine-looking ; a good
shipper. August.
Lawrence. (D.) Rather large ; yellow, covered
with brown dots ; flesh, white, slightly granular, some-
what buttery, with a rich flavor ; tree healthy, hardy
and productive. November and December.
Beurre d'Anjou.
NOTE.— Varieties followed by (D) can be supplied in Dwarfs as well as Standards. Prices are as above, except where
noted.
We call our customers' attention to the fact that many nurserymen and dealers, in offering Pears, give prices for first-
class trees and supply only a % to %-in. grade. These are first-class trees, but you should not be misled. We give both
grade and rate, and can supply as fine stock as was ever grown, at lowest rates.
We have a la-ge stock of fine trees of a light grade (those marked with a star), that we offer in lots of 100 trees at $6
per 100, 4 to 5 feet ; good selections.
Those wanting trees should write us, giving varieties, and we will give special rates.
*Bartlett. (D.) Large size, with often a beautiful
blush next the sun ; very juicy and high flavored ;
bears early and abun-
dantly ; very popu-
lar. August and
September.
*Beurre d'Anjou.
(D.) Large ; green-
ish, sprinkled with
russet, shaded with
dull crimson ; excel-
lent flavor ; very
productive, and
should be in every
orchard. October
and January.
Buffum. Medium
size ; yellow ; sweet
and excellent. Sep-
tember and October.
*Clapp's Favorite.
(D.) Very large ;
excellent ; yellowish
green to full yellow
when ripe, marbled
with dull red in the sun ; melting and rich. August.
Duchesse d'Angouleme. (D.) Very large ; greenish
yellow, streaked and spotted with russet ; flesh white,
buttery and very juicy, with a rich and very excellent
flavor. October and November.
Doyenne d'Ete. Yellowish, with a fine blush ;
juicy, sugary and rich ; very early. August.
^Flemish Beauty. Large ; beautiful ; juicy, rich
and fine ; good bearer. September and October.
Garber Hybrid. A seedling of Chinese Sand Pear ;
vigorous, free from blight, productive ; fruit large,
round, handsome, smooth, waxy yellow.
♦Howell. (D.)
Large ; light waxen
yellow, with a fine
red cheek ; hand-
some ; rich, sweet,
melting ; an early
and profuse bearer ;
very hardy and valu-
able. September and
October.
Idaho. Very
large ; roundish obo-
vate ; greenish yel-
low, with russety
spots ; flesh melting,
juicy ; flavor rich,
sprightly, vinous.
Mid season.
\ Kieffer's Hybrid.
(D.) Well known
for its wonderful
vigor and early bear-
ing qualities ; fine
for canning.
Lawson. A vig-
orous, upright
grower, with clean,
healthy foliage ;
Duchesse d'Angouleme.
Wilder Early.
*Louise Bonne de Jersey. (D.) Rather large ;
greenish yellow, with a bright red cheek ; juicy. Sep-
tember and October.
Sheldon. Medium size ; yellow on greenish russet;
richly shaded cheek ; flesh a little coarse, melting,
juicy ; very productive. October.
Seckel. (D.) Small ; skin rich yellowish brown ;
flesh very fine-grained ; sweet, juicy ; best. Septem-
ber and October.
Tyson. Medium size ; bright yellow, cheek shaded
with reddish brown ; buttery. September.
Vicar of Winkfield. Large, long; not first quality,
but desirable for its productiveness. November to1
January.
Wilder. (D.) Small to medium ; pyriform; smooth,
pale yellow, with deep red cheek ; fine-grained, tender,
rich subacid ; does not rot atrthe core ; a good shipper
and bears well. Early.
Kz'Our location on the high hills back of Ohio river
insures the maturing of our stock, so that it is not injured by
hard winters.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
SOME PROMISING NEW PEACHES
PEACHES.
The Peach tree requires a well-drained, moderately rich soil ; a warm, sandy loam is probably best. To
preserve the continued healthy growth of the trees and the fine quality of the fruit, the trees should have the
shoots and branches shortened every year, so as to preserve a round, vigorous head, with plenty of young wood;
and the land should not be seeded to grass, but kept in constant cultivation in hoed crops. Unleached wood
ashes and pure ground bone are the best fertilizers.
In planting, prune the tops and the roots carefully, reducing the former to a clean whip, and removing all
bruised and broken roots. Plump, healthy Peach trees are best, even if small, for extensive planting.
THE BEST NEW SORTS.
The list below gives descriptions of the newer varieties
all of which are of great promise, and likely to result in
extending the time of ripening of this fruit.
Lorentz Peach. (Half natural size.
LORENTZ.
A seedling discovered in Marshall county, W. Va., and
which we carefully watched several years before deciding
to offer it to the public. We are now more than ever con-
vinced that this is something better than has ever been
offered for a Peach so late in the season. We have never
known it to fail a crop in the most adverse seasons,
and believe it as near frost-proof as any variety yet
introduced. It bears crops when others fail entirely.
Fruit is unusually large and of a superior flavor, especially
for one so late in the season. It is a freestone, yellow -
fleshed, and its handsome appearance has been a surprise
to all who have seen it. It bears enormously; one foot of
wood cut for photographing had as many as 25 Peaches on
it. The Peaches frequently require thinning from over-
production. We feel confident this is the best late
Peach ever introduced. The fruit does not crack, is
S very firm, keeps well and is a fine shipper, selling at
i** prices double those obtained for any other late Peach
on the market. We have a large demand for the trees
where known, and as the stock is somewhat limited,
would advise patrons to order early. Price, first-class,
20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $10 per
15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.
FITZGERALD.
This hardy new yellow Peach is
attracting great attention among dis-
criminating growers. We give the
best description yet attainable.
"Originated on north shore of Lake
Ontario. Original tree has borne five
successive crops. The best posted
grower in Michigan says it is as large
or larger than Crawford's Early, with
the smallest pit he ever saw, and the
most brilliant colors Grows similar
to Crawford, and ripens between Early
and Late Crawford ; flesh rich, deep
golden yellow of very high character.
Certainly a very fine Peach ; stands
the winters better than any yet of-
fered."
From a Report of The Canada
Experimental Farm.
"Among new varieties Fitzgerald is per-
haps the most promising. It is of the
Early Crawford type, and apparently an
improvement on that old favorite. The
fruit-huds are more hardy, and the young
trees will begin to hear the second year
from planting. The fruit is largo ; skin
bright yellow, suffused with red ; flesh
deep yellow, and of the best quality : stone
not so large as in Crawford. It is yet too
early in its history to speak definitely as to
its many good qualities. It, however,
shows indications of being the most val-
uable new Peach I have seen. I
son of ripening is with or just after Early
Crawford."
Price, first-claas, 25 cts. each, $2 40 per
doz., $12 per 100 ; medium, 20 cts. each, $2
per doz., $10 per 100 ; small, 15 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz., $8 per 100.
25 cts.
100; second-class, 15 cts. each,
each, $2.50 per doz., $12 per 100; medium,
$1.50 per doz., $8 per 100; mail size, postpaid,
The Fitzgerald Peach.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
SOME PROMISING NEW PEACHES
GREENSBORO PEACH.
This new Peach is larger and earlier than Alexander, and is nearly freestone,
with crimson, and has a yellowish cast; the flesh is white, and of good flavor.
J. Van Lindley, a well-known nurseryman,
writes as follows about this Peach: "This year
(1895), while I was shipping Alexanders, not one-
third of which were ripe, and the Greensboro
Peach being only 2XA miles from my place, 1
went to see it. It certainly was a great surprise.
The tree was loaded with fruits, colored beauti-
fully with crimson with a yellowish cast. They
were uniformly large, averaging more than
double the size of Alexanders, and Mr. Balsley
said they were fully half gone, as they had been
ripening more than a week, and the tree was
so full they were not so large as they were when
it bore its first crop two years ago. About every
Peach on the tree was ripe enough to ship, most
of them getting soft. They would all have been
gone had he been shipping, while Alexanders
were not half gone in my orchard at same date.
A Peach as large as common July Peaches,
except Elberta, beautifully colored, a free-
stone, ripening with Alexander. The flesh
was white, very juicy and of extra quality."
Prices, first-class, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.,
$9 per 100; medium, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.,
$8 per 100; second-class, 10 cts. each; $1 per
doz., $G per 100; mail size, postpaid, 15 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz.
It is colored beautifully
SNEED.
The earliest Peach known ; ripens in Geor-
gia middle of May. A seedling of Chinese
Cling, it has the hardiness and vigor of its
parent in tree growth and fruit buds. Fruit
medium size, somewhat oval in shape; color
creamy white, with rich red blush on sunny side.
Ripens evenly to the pit; fine quality; does not
rot. Prices, first-class, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.,
$7 per 100; medium, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.,
$6 per 100; small, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $5
per 100.
BOKHARA NO. 3.
Remarkable for its extreme hardiness,
having endured a temperature of 28 degrees be-
low zero without injury. It is of Asiatic origin,
but has been fruited several years, especially in
Iowa, where it ripens about the middle of August.
The fruit is large, yellow, with red cheek, tough
skin, flesh firm, and of fine quality, a perfect
freestone. It is a splendid keeper. Prices, first-
class, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. , $7 per 100 ; medium,
15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $6 per 100; small,
10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $5 per 100.
The Sneed Peach.
TRIUMPH.
This fine new early Peach originated in Georgia and will meet
the wants of a good many fruit-growers for a good, yellow free-
stone to take the place of Alexander. Those who grow early
Peaches will greatly rejoice at the advent of this fine variety. It
is a great improvement upon Alexander, and recalls what the
late Charles Downing once said : "A freestone as large, hand-
some, early and good in quality as Alexander would be
worth a million dollars to the public." The Triumph more
than meets these requirements. It ripens with Alexander,
blooms late, has large Mowers, is a sure and abundant bearer,
makes a very strong growth and comes into bearing early. The
fruit is large, with very small pit; yellow, with mottled crimson
cheek, very handsome; flesh yellow, and ripens evenly to the
stone; firm in texture and exceedingly fine in quality and is a
perfect freestone. Prices, first-class, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.,
$7 per 100; medium, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $6 per 100;
small, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $5 per 100.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
EXTRA-SELECT STANDARD PEACHES
GENERAL LIST OF FIRST-CLASS PEACHES.
First-class, 4 to 6 feet
Medium, 3 to 4 feet
Second-class. 2 to 3 feet.
Third-class (by mail)
Each
.$0 15
. 15
. 10
. 15
Doz.
$1 50
1 25
1 00
1 50
100
$6 00
5 00
3 50
1,000-
$50 00
40 00
30 00
HOT* Special rates on large lots.
Triumph Peach. (Reduced )
Alexander. From Illinois; very early; size good;
handsome and regular in form; freestone. July.
Amsden's June. Very early; color beautiful red;
flesh white, fine. July.
Barnard's Early. Large; yellow, shaded with
brownish red; flesh yellow, very rich and juicy; a
hardy and heavy bearer. July.
Beer's Smock. Large size; yellow flesh; an im-
provement on Smock Free; a few days later, and an
annual bearer. September and October.
Bilyeu's Late. A very late Peach; fruit of large
size; color white, with a beautiful blush cheek; free-
stone, and an excellent shipper.
Chairs' Choice. Very large; deep yellow, with red
cheek; strong grower and heavy bearer. September.
Champion. Fruit large; skin creamy white, with
red cheek; flesh white, rich and juicy; free. Promising
as a very early market sort.
Crawford's Early. The best yellow Peach for mar-
ket purposes; fruit very large, oblong; skin yellow,
with fine, red cheek; flesh yellow, juicy; wonderfully
productive. Last of August.
Crawford's Late. Fruit of the largest size; skin of
greenish yellow, with dull red cheek; flesh yellow; one
of the finest late sorts. Last of September.
Crosby. Especially valuable for the unusual hardi-
ness of its fruit buds. Medium; bright yellow, with
crimson splashes and stripes, very attractive; flesh
bright yellow, red at the pit, juicy, rich; an abundant
and regular bearer. Ripens before Crawford's Late.
Early Canada. Very similar to Alexander, but
some claim it to be earlier. Color red, with white flesh.
Early Michigan. One of the earliest freestone
white fleshed varieties. A profitable market sort, much
like Lewis. August.
Early Rivers. Large; light straw color, with deli-
cate pink cheek; flesh juicy and melting, rich flavor.
Last of August.
Elbert a. An exceedingly large, light colored yellow
Peach, across between Crawford's and Chinese Cling;
juicy, well-flavored. Planted in enormous quantities in
the Peach-growing regions of the south. Early in Aug.
Ford's Late. Fruit large; productive; white and
beautiful; flesh quite free. October.
Foster. Large ; deep orange-red, quite dark on
sunny side; flesh yellow, very rich and juicy. Last of
Large; white, with crimson cheek;
a reliable bearer.
August.
Fox's Seedling.
freestone :
Clobe. An enormous bearer; fruit very large; flesh
firm, juicy; yellow, shaded with crimson; very rich,
luscious. September and October.
Cold Drop. Large, good quality, hardy; profitable
market sort; follows Crawford's Late.
Hale's Early. Medium size; smooth, white, deli-
cately marbled with bright and dark on sunnv side.
July."
Hill's Chili. Medium size; dull yellow; very hardy,
a good bearer. Last of September.
Heath Cling. Extra large; flesh clear white,
blushed cheek. Valuable for canning. October.
Kalamazoo. Large; golden yellow, with crimson
cheek; flesh thick, yellow, superb quality : small pit;
strong grower, early bearer, hardy and productive.
Between Early and Late Crawford's.
Lemon Free. Lemon-shape and color; large size;
immensely productive ; excellent quality. September.
Marshall's. Large; deep yellow; immensely pro-
ductive; ripening midway between Smock and Salway,
filling an important gap. October.
Mountain Rose. One of the best and most reliable
Peaches; large, white; flesh white, sweet; productive.
Early August.
New Prolific. A fine large variety, ripening between
Crawford's Early and Crawford's Late; is taking a
high position for both market and home use. Fruit
large, attractive, firm; one of the best shippers; flesh
yellow, of fine flavor. Tree a very strong grower;
hardy and productive. September.
Oldmixon Cling. Large; yellowish white, dotted,
with red on a red cheek; flesh pure white, very melting*
and juicy. Middle of August.
Oldmixon Free. Uniformly large: white, covered
with bright red; one of the best and most reliable.
Last of August.
Reeves' Favorite. Large, oblong; skin a deep
yellow, with orange cheek; very sweet, and a good
freestone. Middle of July.
Sal way. Fruit large; deep yellow, with a rich mar-
bled brownish cheek; firm, juicy and rich. October.
Stevens' Rareripe. Large; fruit resembles an en-
larged Oldmixon Free; of the highest color and very
beautiful ; productive. First of October.
Snow's Orange. Large; yellow; hardy and pro-
ductive; a valuable market variety. September.
Susquehanna. Large; yellow and red; melting,
rich and good. Last of September.
Stump the World. Very large; skin white, with
bright red cheek; flesh white, juicy and good. Last of
September.
Wager. Very large; yellow; an annual bearer of
large crops. Last of August.
Waterloo. Large; verv early and of good quality.
July.
Ward's Late. Large; yellowish white, with red
cheek in the sun; flesh nearly white; tree vigorous.
First of October.
Wheatland. An improvement upon Crawford's
Late, and ripening just in advance of it. Extra large;
beautiful yellow, with a crimson cheek.
Wonderful. Originated in New Jersey; size large
to very large; smooth, almost globular, very uniform
in size and shape; color rich yellow; flesh yellow, high
flavored, firm. Ripens in October.
Yellow St. John. Large; orange-yellow, with a
deep red cheek and with yellow flesh. August.
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jUfjn E- W* REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
PROMISING NEW AND STANDARD CHERRIES
CHERRIES.
The Cherry tree everywhere requires a dry soil, and is naturally a hardy tree, suc-
ceeding in the lightest soil or dryest situation. The Heart or Bigarreau varieties are of rapid
growth, with large, glossy leaves, forming fine, pyramidal-shaped heads, and producing large
crops of luscious fruit; they are well adapted for planting along the streets, or M/
in yards as shade trees.
CHERRIES OF SPECIAL MERIT.
DIKEMAN.
This is a black Cherry of the Bigarreau type, and ripens at a time when
Sweet Cherries are very scarce, hence commands a good market price. It
is unexcelled as a producer; fruit very firm, shipping and keeping
so remarkably well that these qualities will make it a favorite among
growers. In color, sweetness and size we know of nothing to
compare with it. The original tree is said to have produced from
10 to 12 bushels of fruit last season. The fruit was on exhibition at j/Kt/BMj^f ^ '«HHk
1he New York State Fair in 1897, attracting the attention and admira-
tion of all. Price, 1-year trees, 50 cts.
MERCER. * • W*E&
This is a new variety, recently introduced from New Jersey ; the 1H Waw l/dmlm&f' W,
originators claim that it is the best Heart Cherry that they have ImiA
ever seen, and decidedly different from anything before known. It
is very dark red, early, a profuse bearer, and second to none for
growth and hardiness. It is larger than Black Tartarian, and finer
flavored; a sure cropper, and for canning has no equal. Foliage
dark green, the tree continuing to grow very late in the season. It
has proved its superiority over all other varieties by producing a full
crop, free from worms or rot, while all other varieties were totally
destroyed. First-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts.
each, $3 per doz;; small, 25 cts. each.
Bikeman Cherries.
MURDOCH'S BIGARREAU.
Fruit of the largest sire, from % to V/i inches in diameter; roundish, heart-shaped; flesh juicy, sweet,
exceedingly firm, bearing carriage best of any Cherry we know, and less subject to rot than most varieties,
frequently hanging on the tree, in favorable weather, until dry. Skin yellowish, overspread with crimson and
becoming almost fully black when ripe. Season about ten days later than Napoleon Bigarreau; wonderfully pro-
ductive. First-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ; small, 25 cts. each.
PLYMOUTH ROCK.
A variety of recent introduction, claimed to be the best light or amber-colored Cherry in existence,
much superior to Coe's Transparent or Yellow Spanish in quality and size of the fruit. Habit vigorous and pro-
ductive; will hang on the tree when ripe longer than any known variety, and for some unknown reason its fruit is
never molested by birds. Quality high, rich, juicy and tender, with a small pit; very desirable for home or
market; profitable. First-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; medium, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.; small, 25 cts. each.
GENERAL LIST OF CHERRIES. Each Dra. 100
Heavy first-class. 5 to 7 feeet, % in. and up $0 25 $2 50 $14 00
Light first-class, 5 to 6 feet, % in- to % in 20 2 00 12 00
Second-class,. 4 to 5 feet, Vi in. to % in 18 1 75 10 00
_ 'a Governor Wood. Light red, juicy. June.
Louis Philippe. Large; dark red, almost black; slightly, mild
acid; stone small. July.
May Duke. Dark red; rich. June.
Montmorency. Large; red; acid. June.
\ ' Napoleon. Pale yellow or red; very firm, juicy and sweet. June.
Olivet. Deep red; tender, subacid. June.
fc^>& Ostheim. Hardy; large; dark red; juicy and pleasant.
Windsor. Flesh is remarkably firm and of the finest quality; very
large, nearly black, and sells at the highest prices in market; late.
Wragg. "Very hardy, vigorous and productive; medium; dark
purple; fine quality. July.
Yellow Spanish. Pale yellow and red; firm; juicy; porductive. June.
Black Tartarian. Standard black sort.
Belle Magnifique. Large; bright red; flesh tender, juicy. July.
Black Eagle. Large; black; juicy. July.
Coe's Transparent. Amber; juicy. June.
Dyehouse. Resembles both the Duke and Morello in wood and
fruit; early and sure bearer; ripens before Early Richmond; better
and more productive.
Early Richmond. Dark red; melting, juicy; one of the most
valuable. June.
Mercer Cherries. English Morello. Blackish red; -rich, juicy, acid. August.
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CHOICE QUINCES AND APRICOTS
QUINCES
The Quince is attracting attention as a market fruit. The tree is hardy and compact in growth, requires
little space, is productive, gives regular crops, and comes early into bearing. The fruit is much sought after for
canning for winter use. It nourishes in any good garden
soil, which should be kept mellow and well enriched.
Prune off all the dead and surplus branches, and thin out
the fruit if bearing too freely. Do not neglect your Quince
trees ; it pays well to give them your attention.
THE BOURGEAT QUINCE.
We believe this to be one of the finest Quinces ever
offered. Of the best quality, tender; ripens right after
the Orange, and keeps till past midwinter. We had fine
Quinces of this variety in February and March of last
yean The fruit is very large, rich golden color; smooth,
|g velvety skin, and has so far proved to be fr«e from leaf-
gj blight, not having blighted in 10 years, the leaves keeping
green until killed by frost. Makes a fine tree, like pears
and plums. Three bushels of fruit have been gathered
from a 10-year old tree. TVe believe this variety will
give the best satisfaction wherever grown. First-class,
2-years, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. ; medium, 30 cts. each;
$3 per doz. Second-class, 25 cts., $2.50 per doz.
General List of Quinces.
Each Dozen 100
First-class. 2-years, 4 to 5 feet $0 20 $2 00 $12 00
Medium-class. 2-years, 3 to 4 feet 18 1 75 10 00
Second-class, 2-years, 2 to 3 feet - 15 1 50 8 00
Meech's Prolific. Good grower, productive, bears
young; fruit large, yellow, showy; good for cooking.
Champion. Originated in Connecticut. A prolific and constant bearer; fruit larger than the Orange, more
oval, as good, and a longer keeper. October and November.
Orange. Large, roundish, bright golden-yellow; cooks tender, and is of excellent flavor. Very productive;
the most popular and extensively cultivated variety. Oct.
Rea's Mammoth. A seedling of the Orange Quince,
one-third larger, of the same form and color. October.
APRICOTS.
Bourgeat Quince.
HARRIS HARDY. Extract from The Rural New-
Yorker : " The Harris Apricot, a native seedling from cen-
tral New York, is
being
grown
largely
there for
commercial pur-
poses, and is a
marked success.
The fruit is fully
as large as the
best Apricot
grown in Califor-
nia, and so much
better quality as
to make and hold
a place in the
market against
the very best from
California. If peo-
ple want to grow
Apricots for home Harris Hard Apricot,
use or market,
Harris Hardv is the one best suited to the situation." 25c. each, $2. 50 per doz-
STANDARD APRICOTS.
Each Dozen
First-class. 4 to 5 feet $0 20
Second-class, 3 to 4 feet 15
rich.
100
$15 00
10 00
A
/
Orange-red cheek; firm, juicy,
an immense bearer; yel-
Moorpark.
August.
Alexander. Very hardy
low, flecked red. July.
Alexis. Very hardy, yellow, red cheek; rich and
luscious. July.
$2 00
1 50
Catherine. Hardy, vigorous and productive. July.
Cibb. Tree hardy; yellowish; subacid, juicy and
rich. June.
J. L. Budd. Strong grower and profuse bearer;
white, red cheek. August.
Royal. Yellow, orange cheek; good. July.
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E, W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
NECTARINES, MULBERRIES, FIGS, ETC.
MULBERRIES.
Teas' Weeping. A very thrifty, vigorous grower, perfectly
hard}*. Wholly unlike anything heretofore introduced. Forms a
perfect umbrella-shaped head, with long, slender, willowy
branches, drooping to the ground. All who have seen it agree
that in light, airy gracefulness, delicacy of form and motion, it is
without a rival. It will undoubtedly take the foremost place
among weeping trees, as it has beautiful foliage, is hardy, endures
the cold of the north and heat of the south, and is safe and easy
to transplant. Admirably adapted for ornamenting small or large
grounds, or for cemetery planting. Price, 75 cts., $1 and
$1.25 each.
New American. This we consider equal |to Downing's in all
respects, continuing in bearing fully as long, and a hardier tree.
Fruit jet black. Price, first-class, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.;
medium, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.
Russian. First-class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Downing. Ever-
bearing; a handsome
lawn tree, with deli-
cious berries ; f ruits at
four and five years of
age; continues in bear-
ing three to four
months of the year,
making it very desir-
able. Price, first-class,
40c. each, $4 per doz. ;
medium, 30 cts. each,
$3 per doz.
PERSIMMON
AMERICAN.
This makes a very
handsome ornamental
tree and is tolerably
hardy here. The fruit,
although it is pungent
when green, becomes
sweet and palatable if
allowed' to remain on
the tree exposed to
early frosts. It hangs
so thickly upon the
trees as to give them an
amber-yellow appear-
ance after the leaves
fall. 25 cts. each, $2.50
per doz., by mail or ex-
press.
American Mulberry.
Brown Turkey Fig.
NECTA-
RINES.
Price, 25 cts. each,
$2.50 per doz., $12
per 100.
A most delicious
smooth-skinned
fruit, which thrives
wherever peaches
will grow, but is
liable to be stung by
the curculio, and re-
quires the same
treatment as plums.
Boston. Large,
deep yellow, with
a bright blush and
mottlings of red;
sweet and of a pecu-
liar, pleasant flavor;
freestone; the lar-
gest and most beau-
tiful variety known;
hardy and produc-
tive. September.
Pitmaston's Or-
ange. Fruit large,
skin rich orange-yel-
low, with a brownish
red cheek; flesh deep
yellow, but red at the
stone, melting, juicy,
rich, sweet and of
excellent flavor ;
free. September.
FIGS.
Price, 25c. each, $2.50
per doz. ; mail size,
15c. each, $1.50 per doz.
Brown Turkey. Brownish purple; large; rich and excellent.
Royal. Medium; skin thin, reddish brown or purple; very juicy,
melting and high flavored.
Celestial. Medium to small; very sweet and of the best quality;
color pale violet; a vigorous grower, and productive; one of the
hardiest sorts. Seems to thrive where given reasonable care.
CUSTARD APPLE, or NORTHERN BANANA.
Papaw Tree (Asimina triloba).
This small tree, is hardy around New York, but only precariously so
north of there. The Papaw tree belongs to the custard apple family
of plants, and is the only arborescent species of the genus belonging
to this country. As a lawn tree, the Papaw is well worth growing for
its shapely form and ample, abundant and fine foliage, as well as for
its fruit. Price, first-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. ; medium,
25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
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E. VS. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
PECANS, ALMONDS, AND OTHER CHOICE NUTS
Nuts and Nut Trees.
Plant Nut TREES Instead of the Nuts.
Until recently Nut Trees have been but little grown in nurseries, and in consequence all transplanted
trees bare come from the forest, or where they have come up and grown naturally. Having but few or no fibrous
roots, their transplanting has been attended with much uncertainty, and the impression has been formed that
they could not be transplanted, but that to insure success the seed must be planted where the tree is intended to
stand. This is erroneous, and has deterred many from engaging in this profitable industry. Many of the
nut-bearing trees, when grown in nurseries, are well supplied with fibrous roots, and can be transplanted as
safely as an apple tree. Thus the planter has the benefit of the three or four years' growth in the nursery over
the method of planting the seed, with the uncertainty of their coming up regularly, to say nothing of the time,
care and attention required to get them properly started. We therefore advise our customers always to
plant the trees, if they can be had, and save three or four years' time.
Nut culture is an industry that until recently has received but little attention. The large returns of $25 to
$50 from individual trees, and the immense profits from established orchards, have stimulated the interest, and
our foremost enterprising fruit-growers are planting nut trees largely for market purposes. Others, who enjoy
the nuts during winter, are realizing that in order to have an abundant supply it is only necessary to plant the
trees, as hardy varieties are now grown that succeed in all sections of the United States.
FILBERTS, or HAZELNUTS.
These are of the easiest culture, and among the
most profitable and satisfactory
nuts to grow; of dwarf habit,
entirely hardy, abundant yielding:,
succeeding almost everywhere,
and coming into bearing young.
Those who are interested in nut
culture may
well plant their
bushes largely.
Kentish Cob.
This is one of
the finest and largest of Filberts; ob-
long, and of excellent quality. First-
class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Cosford Thin Shell. An English
variety; valuable for thinness of
shell and sweetness of kernel. First-
class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
English. The sort usually sold
at the fruit stands. First-class,
20 cts. each, $2 per dozen. Strong, and well-rooted.
Filbert.
Kentish Cob.
BUTTERNUTS.
Tree of rapid growth, with large, luxuriant, tropical-
looking foliage; very ornamental ; very productive;
bears young; nuts differ from American black walnut
in being longer, with kernels of sweeter and more
delicate flavor. First-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.;
medium, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Butternuc.
HICKORY SHELLBARKS.
To our taste, no other nut that grows, either foreign
or native, is superior to this; in quality it possesses a
peculiar rich, nutty flavor, excelled by none. The tree
is of sturdy, lofty growth. The wood, on account of
its great strength and elasticity, is highly prized for
making agricultural implements; therefore a grove of
Shellbark trees is an increasingly valuable thing to
have. 30 cts. each, $3 per dozen.
ALMONDS.
It has been found that these grow well in the United
States, and bear good crops of fine nuts, if given the
same amount of care bestowed upon fruit trees.
Hard Shell. A fine, hardy variety, with a large,
plump kernel and with large, showy, ornamental blos-
soms. First-class, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Soft, or Paper Shell. This is what is known as the
"Ladies' Almond, or Lady Finger of the Shops;" but,
although preferable to thehard shell, it is not so hardy:
kernels sweet and rich. First-class, 25 cts. each, $2.50
per doz.
Pecan.
PECANS.
Paper Shell. A beautiful, symmetrical and rapid-
growing tree of luxuriant foliage, which it retains
late in the fall; produces valuable timber and heavy
crops of sweet, oblong, smooth nuts of very good
quality. Can be grown wherever the hickory thrives,
and is a verv profitable and hardy tree; the nuts are
in active demand at good prices. First-class, 30 cents
each, $3 per doz.
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CHESTNUTS AND WALNUTS
CHESTNUTS.
Earlv Reliance. Japan (grafted). The second to ripen. Tree of low, dwarf, spreading habit, and begin-
ning to bear immediately— 1-year grafts are frequently loaded ; nut large, measuring 4 inches in circumference,
and having the valuable characteristic of running 3 to 5 nuts to the bur.
Tree enormously productive— a 10-foot tree yielding 3 to 6 quarts ;
nuts smooth, bright, uniform, attractive. Ripens September 18 to 20.
Price, 1-year, mail or express, $2.50 each.
Giant Japan Chestnut. Distinct in growth from American
varieties ; bears quite young ; nuts of immense size, very sweet.
First-class, 40 cts. each,*$4 per doz.
Advance. Japan (grafted). The earliest known Chestnut. An
upright, vigorous grower. Comes to bearing at 2 to 3 years of age, and
verv productive, about 2 quarts to a 10-foot tree. The nut is large in
size", running 2 to 3 to the bur ; dark in color, smooth and handsome.
Ripens September 15. Price, 1-year, mail or express, $2.50.
Japan Mammoth. Is among the most valuable recent introduc-
tions from Japan. It will adapt itself to almost any conditions, and has
proved hardy. It is quite distinct from the European varieties, being
hardier, and the nuts are of a superior flavor and sweetness
is long and narrow, like a peach
The leaf
leaf, of dark green color, mak-
ing a very ornamental lawn
tree ; comes to bearing at 2 to 3
years of age ; while yet in the
nursery rows, 3 to 4 feet high,
they are heavily laden with
nuts of enormous size, meas-
uring 4 to 6 inches around and
running 3 to 7 in a bur. Their
early bearing and great pro-
ductiveness of enormous nuts
are the wonder and admiration
of all who see them. 50 cts.
each, $5 per doz.
Early Reliance.
Spanish Chestnut.
American Sweet. A valuable native
tree, both useful and ornamental ; timber
is very durable, and possesses a fine grain
for oil finish. Nuts sweet, of delicate
flavor, and are a valuable article of com-
merce. No farm should be without its
grove of nut-bearing trees. First-class,
25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Spanish. A handsome, round-headed
tree, producing abundantly very large
nuts, that find a ready market at good
prices — $25 having been realized at one
fruiting from the nuts of a single tree.
First-class, 50 cts. each, $4 per doz.
Paragon. This is one Of the finest Chestnuts ever offered. Nuts large, fine
in quality and very sweet. An early bearer, and very productive. First-class,
75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz.
Ridgeley. Spanish (grafted ) . A large variety of the Chestnut from Delaware.
Very productive, and of the best quality. Price, first-class, $1 each, $10 per doz.
WALNUTS.
English, or Madeira. A fine, lofty-growing tree, with a handsome spreading
head. It is scarcely hardy enough here, but further 'south it is a profitable tree to
plant, as it produces large crops of excellent nuts. The fruit in a green state is
very highly esteemed for pickling, and the large quantities of ripe nuts that are
annually imported and sold here prove the estimation in which it is held for the
Paragon. table. First-class, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.
Japanese (Sieboldi). This species is found growing wild in the mountains of
northern Japan, and is without doubt as hardy as an oak. The leaves are of immense size, and of a charming
shade of green. The nuts which are produced in extreme abundance, grow in clusters of 15 or 20 ; have a shell
thicker than the English walnut, but not so thick as the black walnut. The meat is sweet, of the very best qual-
ity ; flavor like butternut, but less oily, and much superior. The trees grow with great vigor, assuming a very
handsome form, and need no pruning ; mature early ; bear young, and are more regular and productive than the
English walnut ; having an abundance of fibrous roots, it transplants as safely as an apple tree. No tree on my
grounds has attracted more attention than the Japan Walnut. First-class, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.
Japanese (Max cordiformis) . Differs from Sieboldi in form of nuts, which are broad, pointed and flat-
tened, resembling somewhat, a hickory shellbark. First-class, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.
Ridgeley Chestnut.
English Walnut.
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Japanese Walnut.
STAR STRAWBERRY.
* "We hare no hesitation in pronouncing this the brightest "Star" in the Strawberry family ar The
present time. We have carefully watched this berry for three years, and we introduce it to the public with abso-
lute confidence in its merits.
-k The berry is large and handsome in appearance, measuring 6 to 7 inches in circumference, on
the average. It is as near perfection in shape as possible, somewhat resembling the Gaudy, but not quire
so dark in color. It is a beautiful, glossy crimson, and colors all over at the same time, being an ideal berry in
this respect. All the berries average large from first to last, with no small or ill-shaped berries throughout the
entire season. In quality it is of the best. All who have tested it pronounce it the best they have ever eaten.
This, we feel sure, will be the verdict of all who try it.
* In productiveness we have never seen the equal of Star. It matures all its berries in a dry Reason,
possessing the greatest drought-resisting qualities of any berry we are acquainted with, having matured a
full crop when all the ordinary varieties were complete failures. The plant is a vigorous and strong grower,
with healthy green foliage, deep rooted and very prolific, being a staminate, or perfect variety. Season of
ripening second early.
* For profit we know of no berry which will equal it. When grown beside Bubach, Haverlaml. Warfield,
Sharpless, and several of the newer varieties, the comparison was very plainly visible. Its superiority in every
point was very marked — in quality, size and productiveness.
Some of the berries were placed on the market, when they readily
brought a fancy price, the average being, at wholesale, 17 cents
per quart, at a time when no other sort offered would bring over
6 cents.
Price, 50 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $10 per 1,000.
Kim*
RUBY.
The Ruby Strawberry will, we are convinced, eventually become
a standard variety over a wide extent of country. It is believed
to be a seedling of Crescent, fertilized by Sharpless. The plant
is large and robust, making a moderate number of runners. The
blossom is large, like Sharpless, and strongly staminate. The
fruit is large and regular, except that set from the first blossoms,
which is apt to be somewhat irregular. It is a dark red clear
through, retaining its fine color when canned. In quality it is
unexcelled, having more of the Pine or Wood Strawberry flavor
than any other that I know of in general cultivation. It keeps
and ships remarkably well. The plant is abundantly productive
and healthv. All plants, no matter how late they take root in the
fall, fruit the following spring. $1 per doz., $5 per 100.
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SOME PROFITABLE NEW STRAWBERRIES
NICK OHMER.
The following is the introducer's description of this new berry. We believe it to be all that is claimed for it:
"Originated by Mr. JohnF. Beaver, who is conceded to be the most successful amateur fruit-grower in Ohio.
Named after Mr. N. Ohmer, ex-president of the Ohio State Horticultural Society. After watching the Nick
Ohmer three years, and hearing how it has behaved wherever I have sent it for trial, never
having received one unfavorable report on it, I am confident that it is one of the most desirable,
if not the very best Strawberry ever sent out. There is no other in the market, or in
sight, that I would plant with so much confidence. If restricted to a single variety, it
would be my first choice without a moment's hesitation.
"The plant is very large and stocky, sending out plenty of very strong
runners. It is probably not surpassed in healthy, vigorous growth and
great productiveness by any variety. It has a perfect blossom. The
fruit is of the very largest size, a giant among Strawberries. It is
never misshapen. Its only departure from the regular roundish
conical form is when, under high culture, it is somewhat triangular.
It is dark, glossy red, firm and of excellent flavor." Price, 25 cts.
per doz., $1.50 per 100, $10 per 1,000.
MARGARET.
This variety was originated about six years ago by John P.
Beaver, of Dayton, Ohio, from seed of the Crawford. It has
made a remarkable record — perhaps never equaled — an<
is now offered with great confidence. It responds readily to
good culture, and all careful growers may expect it to produce
the finest fruit in great abundance.
The plant is large and healthy, and so vigorous in growth
that it will mature its last berries and continue green and
lux\iriant while an abundance of strong runners are produced.
The foliage is dark green, and so clean and healthy looking
that it is a pleasure to work among the plants. The blossom
is perfect and one of the strongest ever seen. It commences
to ripen soon after the early varieties, and bears until nearly all others are gone. In a good soil its berries are
all large. The plant, with its habits of growth and produc-
tiveness, is faultless.
The fruit is usually conical, sometimes rather long, but never
cockscombed or misshapen, often necked. The color is dark,
glossy red, and the berries are not inclined to have white tips.
The large green calyx adds to its beauty. The flesh is firmer than
most very large berries, and of excellent flavor. For healthy,
vigorous growth, productiveness, size, beauty and quality, the
Margaret is a remarkable variety. Price, 50 cts. per doz., $2 per
100, $12 per 1,000.
Wick Ohmer.
Glen Mary.
GLEN MARY.
In productiveness this berry surpasses the Crescent, not in
number of berries, but in number of quarts. Mr. Ingram had one
quart of select berries photographed, which contained only
twelve of the Glen Mary.
As to its immense size The Rural New-Yorker speaks as fol-
lows: "Glen Mary, received from E. T. Ingram, April, 1894. Im-
perfect bi-sexual. June 7, 1895, largest ripe berries up to date.
Good shape for so large a berry. June 9, berries very large, firm
enough for a near market; about the shape of Sharpless. June 11,
large to very large. June 14, a larger yield of large berries of good form, broad heart-shaped, often widening at
the tip; one of the most promising of our later trials. June 17,
past its best. June 18, still bearing a good many berries, which
hold their size unusually well. June 21, still bearing. Many of the
berries are of largest size."
On the originator's grounds last season one-quarter of an acre
w as picked at the rate of 1,280 quarts per acre at a single picking,
and over 12,000 during the season. The Glen Mary began to ripen
at its home in Chester county, Pa., last season, May 28, and the
claim seems warranted that it is capable of producing big
berries all through the fruiting season. Price, 25 cts. per doz.,
75 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
HALL'S FAVORITE.
" Plant very strong-growing, with foliage heavy enough and
thick enough to protect blossoms from frost and for mulch in
winter. I have seen the vines stand 12 to 18 inches high on ordi-
nary land, and, upon opening the vines, found as fine fruit as any
one would wish to see. The season of ripening is from early to
medium, and the whole crop ripens in a very short time. The
berries are large, perfectly formed, of uniform shape, coloring
evenly to deep, rich crimson; equal to the best in quality. They
present a beautiful sight when crated; also keep, ship and sell
well. The plant is a heavy cropper, even in old beds of ordinary
soil. It is better in quality than Bubach by far, and as a grower
the Bubach is no comparison." Price, 25 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per
100, $4 per 1,000.
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Hall's Favorite.
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
SOME PROFITABLE NEW STRAWBERRIES
WM. BELT.
With us this is a very large, high-colored berry, free from green tips and all other imperfections, producing
a very heavy crop of the largest sized fruit, and possessing the unusual power of ripening all its berries, even
under unfavorable circumstances. We can recommend this to
those growers whose market requires an extra-large berry.
Prof. W. J. Green, of Ohio Experiment Station, describes this
as resembling the Marshall, which he considers to be a very
nearly perfect berry, while much more productive. Mr. M.
Crawford says: "Wm, Belt fruited here in hills and matted
rows, both 1 and 2-year-old plants. We have fruited it five or
six years. It is the largest berry we have ever raised. The
plant is very strong and hardy, and has a perfect blossom. It
is a good bearer, and the fruit is of excellent quality and fine."
Price, 25 cts, per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
CLYDE.
This new berry seems to be gaining great favor wherever
known. It originated with Dr. J. Stayman several years ago.
It is a seedling of Cyclone, and Cyclone is a cross between
Crescent and Cumberland. The Clyde has Crescent blood in
it, and no doubt gets its immense productiveness from that
variety. With us it is as large as Bubach, nearly or quite
a week earlier and very
much firmer. It is a
strong staminate, and
therefore is suitable for
pollenizing medium and
medium early pistillate
varieties. The plant is
very vigorous and
healthy, there being no
trace of disease about
it that we have ever
seen. - The foliage is
light green in color and
somewhat resembles
Haverland, but it is a
more upright and sturdy
Win. Belt.
grower. Season of ripening medium early.
It is a dark scarlet in color, and very pro-
ductive. Its strong plants, with an abun-
dance of long roots, which penetrate the soil
deeper than most varieties, enable it to with-
stand drought remarkably well. We consider
it one of the best berries for general purposes
now before the public. Having fruited it two
years, we know whereof we speak. It is cer-
tainly a splendid berry, and no one will ever
regret planting it. Our accompanying illus-
tration was made from a photograph, and is
considerably reduced in size. Price, 25 cts
per doz., 75 cts, per 100, $5 per 1,000.
BISMARCK.
A seedling of Bubach No. 5, pollenized
by Van Deman. The plant resembles No. 5
in every way, only is more robust and stocky, Clyde,
with the same ironclad foliage. The berries
are produced in abundance, outyielding No. 5. Shape obtuse conical, never
cockscombed, and is the heaviest berry we have ever seen or grown. Color
bright scarlet, no green tips; very firm, of good flavor; good shipper. Season
medium to very late; size larger than No. 5, excelling Mary, Timbrell, H. W.
Beecher, Holland and Sharpless as grown here. Blossom perfect. In sending
out the Bismarck, we guarantee it to uphold claims made for it above — to
be the largest, most productive good-flavored market or home berry yet
Introduced. It will make scores of friends. It needs good, strong soil for
best results in maturing its immense crop of luscious berries. Price, 25 cts. per
doz., 75 cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000.
Bismarck.
ELEANOR.
This is described by the introducer
as follows: "The largest and best
very early Strawberry. For a long
time fruit-growers and amateurs alike
have been looking for a Strawberry
both large and very early, possessing Eleanor,
all the necessary properties of vigor
and productiveness of plant, and firmness, fine appearance and good quality
of fruit. In Crystal City we have earliness, but it s berries are insignificant ;
in several otner varieties large size, but they all ripen niidseason or late.
The Eleanor is second to none in earliness, ripening with Crystal City
and in advance of all others; In size rivaling Sharpless, retaining its size
well to the end of the season; in productiveness surpassing famcus
Crescent; in firmness equal to Wilson ; color bright scarlet and has
few equals in quality. Among other valuable properties of the Eleanor
may be mentioned the following : Uniform size. color and shape, never cocks-
combed, coloring evenly all over, no green tip, strong staminate or perfect
blossom and especial vigor, a field of it after picking season being as green
as a field of clover, when all other varieties are sere and brown.
" This Strawberry is a chance seedling found in Atlantic county, New
Jersey, and has been thoroughly tested in field culture on an extended scale
Cor several years. It is by far the earliest large berry and the most pro-
lific early variety yet offered." Price, 25c. per doz., 50c. per 100, $5 per 1,000.
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SOME PROFITABLE NEW STRAWBERRIES
TIMBRELL. (P.)
The vine is a vigorous, rank grower, with dark, thick foliage; berry large and symmetrical, dark crimson
color, extending through the liesh when fully ripe. Bears abundantly, and being very solid, stands shipment
well. We commend this berry to all our patrons as the best late
variety in existence. It has a combination of qualities making it a
peer of any six varieties in existence. In quality it has no equal; it
is superior to many of the sorts which have only size to recommend
them. It is a healthy and vigorous grower, productive, with berries
averaging large size. Being a late bloomer, we have never known it
to fail a full crop. Price, 35 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
SUNNYSIDE.
Originated in Massachusetts. Introduced with the following de-
scription: "I. It is the latest; ripens here in Massachusetts
about July I. 2. It is very vigorous, and never rusts. 3. It is
immensely productive. 4. It is a most excellent shipper. 5. It
is by all odds the handsomest berry ever exhibited, and would
be selected among a hundred varieties as the most showy berry." It
was the most productive variety grown at the New York Experiment
Station in 1893. Has not fruited here, but is certainly worth a fair
trial. Price, 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $3.50 per 1,000.
BRUNETTE.
Mr. G. Cowing, the originator, with
whom it has fruited seven years, has
described it thus: "Its berries are above
medium size, round and almost invaria-
bly perfect; of a dark mahogany color
when fully ripe — a shade darker than
Warfield — and without any white tip.
The plant is strong, and free from rust.
Flower perfect. The fruit is quite firm,
very handsome, and remarkable for its
exquisite flavor." Price, 35 cts. per doz.,
50 cts. per 100, $3.50 per 1,000.
CHAMPION OF
ENGLAND.
This berry was brought from
England by an English gar-
dener some years ago, and has
been kept and grown by him
exclusively for market. He has
been able to lead all other
growers in sale and price,
whatever varieties they might
have, getting nearly double the
price. The plant is one of the
strongest grown, very large and
healthy. It has a perfect blossom,
and is medium early. The fruit is
immense in size; some have been
exhibited that measured 6 inches
in circumference, and 14 berries
of it have filled a quart basket. The berry has a bright, polished
surface, and is unusually firm for so large a fruit. So we offer it with
great confidence for market or home use, for it seems to be all that can
be desired in a berry. Price, 25c. per doz., 75c. per 100, $6 per 1,000.
BRANDYWINE.
This fine new Strawberry has a perfect blossom and its fruit
colors all over. Its season is rather late. It has a large green calyx
that adds to the attractiveness of the fruit. The berries are very
large, nearly always of regular, conical form; color, bright glossy
red; flesh firm and very excellent quality. One of the most promis-
ing of the newer berries.
Price, 25 cts. per doz.,
Champion of England.
Sunnyside.
50 cts.
1,000.
per 100, $3 per
CARRIE. (P.)
The following is Prof. W. J. Green's 1896 report of this berry from
the Ohio Experiment Station: "Of new varieties about to be introduced,
none please me better than Carrie, sent here by M. T. Thompson. It
resembles the Haverland, but is an improvement upon that variety in
size, color, and firmness, and seems equal to it in prolificacy. If this
judgment is correct, it will prove to be an exceedingly valuable variety,
and will displace Haverland, for this variety is too soft and rather too
light in color. It has the same fault as the Haverland of long fruit
stems, and the berries lie out in the row, and are liable to be trampled
on by the pickers. While this is a fault, it must be acknowledged that
berries of this class are easily seen, and more likely to be picked clean
than those having short fruit stems. The price of plants will be almost
prohibitive at first, but it will pay growers to keep close watch on
Carrie." Price, 50 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.
flSTHaving a surplus on Houghton and Downing Gooseberries, we will make
interesting figures to large planters.
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Carrie.
E. W, REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
SPECIALLY GOOD STRAWBERRIES
SPECIAL VARIETIES OF STRAWBERRIES.
BEVERLY. Plant very vigorous, upright grower ; foliage healthy, no trace of rust or blight, and leafage
sufficient to protect blossoms from frost. Blossoms perfect, strong staminate. Berry large, conical perfect form,
bright glossy crimson, and colors all over ; flesh pink, texture firm; very supe-
rior flavor, resembling the wild berry. Remarkably large to the last.
Season medium to late; productive. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.50
per 1,000.
DAYTON. This a strong, healthy, vigorous and upright grower, entirely
free from rust, and its large foliage protects the blossoms from frost. In color (
it is somewhat darker than the Crescent; solid, a good shipper of fine form
and excellent flavor. It is an immense yielder of very large fruit, and holds
out well in size to the end of the season — a very desirable quality and one lack-
ing in many of the newer sorts. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
GREENVILLE. (P.) This is one of the best varieties on the list, and you
will make no mistake in planting it. The berries are of large size, good
quality and medium texture ; color very even and fine. Plants very produc-
tive, vigorous and free from rust. Good grower; season medium to late.
25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
LADY THOMPSON. Originated in North Carolina. Very early, large;
a perfect bloomer, good grower and shipper. Good shape, good color and
fine flavor. The season is very long and the berries hold up well, even toward
the last. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $3 per 1,000.
SEAFORD. (P.) In Seaford we believe we have a berry fully equal to
Bubach in size; far more productive, firm enough to meet all requirements;
color deep, glossy red; quality fit for a king. The plant is as large as Bubach,
and a much more vigorous grower, while it ripens its crop much faster,
several days earlier, and therefore commands better prices. Blossom imperfect.
Prices, 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
Parker Earle.
PARKER EARLE. Plant very robust ; strong, penetrating roots
feet, protected from late frosts by abundant
leaves; trusses strong, long and large; berries
regular, conical, short neck; glossy scarlet-crimson,
firm : it shows well several days after picking, and
brings the highest price in the market. Season
medium to late. Berries on long, strong stalks,
held well above the ground; does best in hills.
25 cts. per doz., 60 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
PRINCETON CHIEF. (P.) A tall, luxuriant
grower, with large, dark foliage, free from rust or
disease, and compares favorably in productiveness
with the best of the standard sorts. The berries are
medium to large, borne on long stems, of a dark,
glossy crimson: firm and of good quality. It is a
good shipping berry, and is deservedly popular in
the west. Late. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100,
$2.50 per 1,000.
SHUCKLESS. The distinguished character-
istic of this berry is indicated by its name. In
picking it parts readily from the stem, the
shucks remaining on the stem instead of on
the berry. This is not only a novel feature, but one
of the greatest practical value
enormously productive; flowers per-
A Basket of Shuckless Strawberries.
Tennessee Prolific.
inasmuch as the berries are ready for
the table as soon as picked. 25 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100,
$5 per 1,000.
TENNESSEE PROLIFIC. This is a seedling of Crescent and
Sharpless, inheriting great productiveness from Crescent and very large
size from Sharpless. No variety has ever become so widely and quickly
popular. A perfect bloomer, that has had nothing but praise on
all sides. Large and productive as Bubach, several days earlier, and a
staminate, are the claims of its many friends in Virginia. The plant is
clean, dark and vigorous in foliage, producing an abundance of strong
plants. Price reduced to 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
TENNYSON. Originated in northern Arkansas byT. R. Tennyson,
an old and experienced fruit-grower. It is entirely distinct from any
heretofore produced, in that it bears from April to November. It com-
mences to ripen with the Crescent, and continues from three to four
weeks. After an intermission of about two weeks the second crop begins
to ripen, and this continues without intermission as long as the weather
remains favorable. With irrigation the plants will produce fruit until
early frost. The berries of the second crop, while not so plentiful, are
very large, in some instances five or six berries covering the top of a
quart box. Medium to very large, and firm enough to carry to distant
markets. The color is a combination of red and yellow. Blossom per-
fect. Plant a good, healthy grower, and makes an abundance' of runners.
Price, 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $3 per 1,000.
flS^Write quick, if you want Houghton and Downing Gooseberries ; will
offer samples at low rates.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
TESTED BERRIES FOR ALL SECTIONS
GENERAL LIST OF STRAWBERRIES.
Beder Wood. A stocky, robust plant,
that makes runners freely ; healthy and
entirely free from rust or blight; has
perfect bloom, and is an enormous
bearer of large, round, perfectly formed
berries ; light scarlet color, moderately
firm ; good quality. 25 cts. per doz.,
50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
Bubach No. 5. (P.) One of the best.
Quite large ; plants very robust ; color
dark green ; has never shown signs of
rust or blight. We fruited it this season
on four different soils, and see no dif-
ference ; it did well on all. We can rec-
ommend it for field culture, as well as
for the garden ; it is one of the best
paying varieties. 25 cts. per doz.,
50 cts. per 100, $3.50 per 1,000.
Crescent. (P.) Like the Concord
grape, it seems to be in the lead with
fruit-growers. Any one can grow the
Crescent, for it will almost take care of
itself after it is once put in the ground.
It is very hardy and prolific, and should
not be allowed to run to matted rows.
25c. per doz., 50c. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
Cumberland Triumph. We cultivate
this variety extensively for fruit, as it is
one of tbe most salable berries we have
in our market. It is very large, not as
bright in color as we would desire, but in
past years it seemed to produce more
fruit each season. 25 cts. per doz.,
50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
Candy's Prize. Large and very late ; holds its fruit
well from the ground. This is the best late berry we
have growing, all points considered. Very firm, and
when put on the market brings the highest market
price ; it is also valuable as a fertilizer to use with early
varieties, making the latter end of the crop more per-
fect. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $3 per 1,000.
Haverland. (P.) A native of Ohio, but does not
lose its reputation by going into other states. This is
the most productive berry on the market to-day. Size
large ; color light ; will not stand long shipments, but
for near markets is one of the best. We cannot recom-
mend the Haverland too highly, as it has good foliage,
is a strong grower, and fruits abundantly. 25 cts. per
doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.50 per 1,000.
Jessie. This has been before the people long enough
to be known, and much has been claimed for it ; in
fact, too much. While it is a good berry, there are
others as good and better on our soil, but soil makes all
the difference in the berry. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per
100, $2.50 per 1,000.
Lovett's Early. A berry that can be highly recom-
Bubach No. 5.
mended for loam or clay but not for sandy soil, and its
name misrepresents it, as it is not an early variety, but
midseason ; very sour, but is a good shipper and very
productive. Is a good staminate for fertilizing pistil-
late varieties ; a good all-purpose berry ; color a bright
crimson, and firm ; better for market than family use.
25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.25 per 1,000.
Warfield No. 2. (P.) After fruiting the past sea-
son with us, we were more pleased with Warfield than
ever, so we cannot but give it its former place on the
list. All things considered, it is one of the very best.
Size large ; plant very productive. 25 cts. per doz.,
50 cts. per 100, $2.25 per 1,000.
Wilson Albany. Still in the lead of all standard
varieties at Sunny Hill Fruit Farm. We shipped the
plants all over the United States last season, and dealers
unite in saying that they were the finest ever seen.
25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $2.25 per 1,000.
Woolverton. This is one of the seedlings intro-
duced by Friend John Little, of Canada ; is a vigorous,
healthy plant ; large and attractive berries ; medium to
late ; continues long in fmxit ; good to pollenize other
kinds. 25 cts. per doz., 50 cts. per 100, $3 per 1,000.
DOZEN MAILED FREE; add 20 cts. per 100 if to be sent by mail ; lots of 5,000 or more at reduced rates.
The Strawberry delights in good, rich, moist soil, but will grow on any soil which is capable of raising
good general crops. By planting early, medium and late varieties, the grower is supplied with fruit during the
entire Strawberry season. The soil cannot be too well prepared.
As a fertilizer, we recommend barnyard manure above all others. Commercial fertilizers with us have
never proved a profitable investment ; hence, we pay more in proportion for the former than the latter. The manure
has the lasting qualities, where with the phosphate you know not the hour its strength
will be exhausted, and many times the result will be loss of crops.
For fieid culture set in rows 3 or 3% feet apart, 15 to 18 in. in
rows ; for garden 15 in. apart each way, leaving pathway every third
row. To produce fine, large fruit, keep in hills, pinching runners off
as soon as they appear. The ground should always be kept clean and a
well cultivated. In winter a covering of leaves, straw or some kind
of litter will protect the plants. Do not cover them until ground is
frozen, or so deep as to smother the plants, and remove covering jj
before growth starts in spring. Mulching will keep the fruit clean B
and the soil in good condition through the fruiting season. B
Perfect and Imperfect Blossoms.— Strawberries
are all perfect or imperfect, or in other words, male and female.
Those marked (P) are imperfect and destitute of stamens, and must
be planted so that they can be fertilized with perfect-flowering varieties, every three, four or five rows,
way to make the fertilization perfect is to set two varieties between— one early and one late.
The best
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E. VS. REID'S KTURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
LOUDON OR SUPERLATIVE RASPBERRIES
RASPBERRIES.
Culture.— After preparing the soil the same as for strawberries, make straight rows 7 feet apart, and
plant 3 feet apart in the row. Mark only one row at a time, and plant when ground is moist. After setting, press
the soil firmly about the roots with your feet; this is very essential. Cultivate as you would corn and pota-
toes, and do not let any ridge work about the row. We cultivate with the
Planet Jr. Horse Hoe, and practice level culture. You can plant any-
thing that will not shade them between the rows the first year. If
manure is plenty and you can get it, spread on the ground before
plowing the first year, as it. adds greatly to the crop. The ends should
be pinched out of the young canes when 1 foot high the first year, and
the second when W» feet; do not let them get too high. By doing this
you will dispense with stakes and wire. The pruning should be done
in spring, when the leaves begin to show themselves. Cut the laterals
on an average from 6 to 12 inches in length. When the fruit
is all gathered, cut out and burn all old wood and young
canes but the best three. This destroys all insects and rust
that may occur, and the canes make a much better growth.
LOUDON.
This new candidate for popular favor was originated in
Wisconsin by F. W. Loudon, and hence it
bears his name. He is well known in his
state as one of its most prominent fruit-
growers. He claims this as the best red
raspberry in existence, it being superior
in every respect to the old stand-by, Cuth-
bert, being larger, standing up and
keeping fresh longer than any other
berry. A seedling of Turner crossed
with Cuthbert. The fruit is of a beauti-
ful bright color, a good shipper, and will
yield 200 bushels per acre. Very hardy;
the canes have not been known to suffer
in the severest winters; has few thorns;
berries cling to the stem, and do not
crumble wheu picked. Season late.
Mr. E. S. Carman, of The Rural
New-Yorker, one of the best judges of
new fruits we have, in that journal gives
his opinion of this new Raspberry as follows:
"July 14. — Loudon is the finest hardy red we know
of. Some of the berries are nearly round, some are deci-
dedly conical, more so than those of Cuthbert. When ready
to pick the color is a bright red, the berry firm. When dead ripe the
color is a darker red, but not at all purple."
"August 1. — Now that Cuthberts are gone, Loudon is still
bearing."
The only further comment we have to make is that canes are
vigorous and virtually thornless, the foliage luxuriant and healthy.
As judged by this season, the Loudon is a hardier variety than Cuthbert. It
average larger and they are decidedly firmer. They hold to the peduncle better,
and the quality fully as good. Price, 50 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $10 per 1,000.
is more prolific. The berries
The color is a trifle brighter,
SUPERLATIVE.
(New Red.)
This is a new foreign variety, which we
have thoroughly tested before offering to
our patrons. Comparing it with all other
varieties on our place, we have no hesita-
tion in pronouncing it a splendid sort, and
feel certain that it will take a prominent
place with all fruit-growers for its merits
alone. We have tested many European
varieties, but never found one to equal
this in size, productiveness or quality.
It is one of the handsomest berries we
know of, and will stand the severest
winter without injury. Its firmness is
very desirable in a berry of this class,
and it can be shipped long distances in
good condition. Its fine, attractive and
handsome appearance adds greatly to its
value. In quality, it is one of the best,
and all that could be desired in a good
berry. Very desirable as a family or
market berry; notice its attractive shape,
entirely different from that of any other
Raspberry. Price, 10 cts. each, $1 per
Superlative Raspberry. doz., $7 per 100.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO ^±
DELICIOUS NEW RASPBERRIES
KING RED RASPBERRY.
This new variety originated in Ohio, and is one of the most beautiful Red
market. Its brilliancy of color when placed on the market last gJ^J^J* ^^Ze^V^T^
berries' easily brought from 6 to 8 cents per quart
more than any other varieties. The plant is very
healthy, robust, exceedingly productive, with
ng, healthy canes, hung thick with fruit
from top to bottom. Fruit
larger than in any red variety we
have ever seen. In quality, it is
all that could be desired, and fully
equal in flavor to any
we know. This berry
has also the advan-
tage of being firm,
and will ship to
market in first-class
condition. Season
about a week later
than Cuthbert. Price,
30 cts. each, $3 per
doz., $20 per 100.
Ohio Experimental Station,
Woostek, Ohio, July 24, 1896.— "The
King Raspberry is fine indeed. Large, firm, beautiful
color and prolific. It is far ahead of Loudon or Miller
here."— Prof. W. J. Green.
MILLER RED.
This new Red Raspberry originated in Sussex
county, Delaware, and is very popular with a few
fruit-growers in that section, who have preferred to
market the fruit rather than sell the plants. Berry
is as large as Cuthbert, holding its size to the end
of the season; it is round, bright red, does not fade, but will hold its color
after shipment longer than any other red variety; core very small; does not
crumble, making it the firmest and best shipping berry in existence; has
not the flat taste of some varieties, but a rich, fruity flavor entirely its own.
The time of ripening is with the very earliest, the first picking being with
Thompson's Early, June 11, the Miller producing double the quantity of berries
at each picking that Thompson did, in the same field under the same condi-
tions, continuing until August 3 — Thompson having been gone three weeks;
fully as prolific as Cuthbert. It does
not seem particular as to soil, having
been fruited on light sandy, gravelly
and heavy clay soils with equal suc-
cess. To sum up, it possesses the
following points of superiority as
compared with other varieties : 1st.
Ripens with the very earliest.
2nd. Productiveness equal to any. 3d. Has no equal as a shipper.
4th. Perfectly hardy. 5th. Quality and size unsurpassed. 6th. At-
tractive color. Price, 40 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000. In
3,000-lots, $4.50 per 1,000.
COLUMBIAN.
This is a new berry, believed to be a cross between Cuthbert and
Gregg, and is claimed to be superior and larger than Shaffer's Colossal,
which it resembles in type and color. From the comments of the press
and many growers, we believe this berry has some decided merits, and
can recommend it as worthy of a trial. For canning purposes, it Is
undoubtedly the very best Raspberry in cultivation. Unlike the
Shaffer, it does not go to
pieces in the process, and
it does not shrink.
The Rural New-Yorker Miller,
says: "The berry is of
the same type as the Shaffer; that is, it propagates from the tips,
does not sucker, and is similar in color. In shape it is longer than
the Shaffer, more solid , and adheres much more firmly to the stems.
In quality it is an improvement on the Shaffer, being sweeter when
ripe, and of high flavor. These comparisons are made with the
Shaffer because we can thus best illustrate, and because of the
fact that the Shaffer is to-day probably the most productive Rasp-
berry under cultivation. In general appearance both are much
alike in foliage and cane. On close examination marked differ-
ences are seen. The canes of the Columbian are more woody, its
thorns are a bright, light green in color, while those of the Shaffer
have more or less of a purple tinge." Price, 50 cts. per doz.,
$1.75 per 100, $12 per 1,000.
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King Red Raspberry.
The largest, brightest, most produc-
tive, best selling red Raspberry
ever introduced.
Columbian.
E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
OTHER NEW RASPBERRIES
Golden Queen.
GOLDEN QUEEN. Evidently close relation of
Cuthbert. It has stood the winter very well, and fruited
for six weeks. The canes made a fine growth, much
better than any other on the farm. In size it exceeds
Cuthbert, and is wonderfully productive, it being the
first Raspberry of its kind we could ever do anything
with in our market; but Golden Queen exceeds the
blackcaps. Its beautiful translucent color attracts the
eye of those who want the best in the market, and will
pay a good price for a particularly luscious and beau-
tiful berry. 40 cts. per doz., 75cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000;
3,000 lots at $4.50 per 1,000.
LOVETT. A superior early blackcap and markedly
distinct from all others. The canes, which are thorn-
less, are of strong growth and ironclad hardiness, yield-
ing enormous crops. The berries are almost as large
as Gregg; jet black, firm, of superior quality, sweet,
and with small seeds. Keeps in fine condition for a
long time. 50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $7 per 1,000.
KANSAS. There are few if any of the blackcap
Raspberz-ies that impress us more favorably than this.
It succeeds wherever tried, and will fast supersede such
varieties as Gregg. For a market berry we believe it
has no equal. Its handsome appearance will always com-
mand a ready sale; in quality it is as good as
the best. Plant is a strong, vigorous grower,
with healthy, clean foliage. Can highly recom-
mend it for general planting or a home garden.
Kansas produces more canes and branches,
covered with a
thicfc blue bloom,
and is much
larger, than
Gregg; makes a
vigorous growth
through the en-
tire season, holds
its foliage un-
injured till frost,
makes plenty of
strong tips that
are absolutely
hardy to stand
the changing cli-
mate, produces a
fruiting spur
from every bud,
and a berry as
much larger than
Gregg as those of
Gregg are larger
than Souhegan. It is of a jet-black color, firm texture,
and delicious quality. 50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100,
$6 per 1,000; transplants, 60 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100,
$8 per 1,000.
EUREKA. Ripens a few days later than Souhegan
and earlier than Ohio. Fruit large and firm, almost
equaling Gregg in size. Quality is of the best. Berry
free from bloom and very attractive in the measure,
making it a splendid seller. The canes make a strong,
upright growth, with a bright, healthy color resembling
Ohio, and are quite as hardy. One peculiarity of
Eureka is that it seldom throws more than four new
Kansas.
Eureka.
canes each season to the hill, and never less than two;
thus it is not necessary to thin the canes to the proper
number, as nature performs this task. Its ability to
bear fruit is truly wonderful. 50 cts. per doz., $1.50
per 100, $8 per 1,000.
ROYAL CHURCH. This promising new Raspberry
originated in Ohio. The introducer describes it as fol-
lows: "Berry large, dark crimson, hardy, firm and of
good quality. Flavor exceedingly delicious, aromatic,
sprightly; outsells other varieties in the market. It is
excellent for canning, or jellies, jams, etc. The canes
are large, making a fine bush; the thorns are few and
small; the berries do not crumble in picking, and have
very few seeds. The canes are perfectly hardy wher-
ever it has been tested." The bush is a stout, healthy,
vigorous grower, not quite so tall as Cuthbert, but rather
more stocky and dwarfish. It is well
calculated to hold up the immense crops
of fruit with which it loads itself. 50c.
per doz,, $1.25 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
NEMAHA. Chas. A. Green says:
"We have had Nemaha growing near
Gregg and other varieties, and it has
proved much earlier than Cregg,
Souhegan and Tyler, bearing a full
crop of fruit
where Cregg
was almost a
total failure. We
have claimed for
Nemaha that it
was hardier than
Cregg, and three
years' good trial
proves our claim
to be very Wbll
founded." Such
an opinion from
such a source is
valuable to fruit-
growers. 50 cts.
per doz., $1 per
100, $8 per 1,000.
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jjr ^ E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
STANDARD RASPBERRIES
A Dish of Cuthbert Raspberries.
GENERAL LIST OF RASPBERRIES.
Hilborn. Of superior quality; very hardy, coming
from Canada. Fruit not as large as Gregg, but will
stand cold weather much better. It is highly recom-
mended by state horticultural societies, and is becoming
very popular with commercial growers. It will stand
drought better than any other variety. 50 cts. per doz.,
$1 per 100, $7 per 1,000.
PALMER. Has been tested from the Atlantic to the
Pacific, receiving the highest commendation from all
sources, and is fully established as the best and most
productive early blackcap yet introduced. It is sup-
posed to be a cross of Souhegan and Gregg. The vigor
and healthy appearance of the bush, with its wonderful
productiveness and its early ripening, have attracted
Palmer.
much attention. Since Palmer made its appearance it
has been fruited with such popular varieties as Doo-
little, Southegan, Gregg and Ohio, and surpasses them
by far. 35 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $6 per 1,000.
Ohio. This berry is one of the most profitable for
evaporating on the list at the present day. The fruit is
of medium size, but very sweet; one of the best for
table use. We think it ahead of Gregg for family use, as
it is not so seedy, and recommend it as one of the very
best, it being very hardy, of vigorous growth, more
so than Gregg, and ripening earlier. 35 cts. per doz.,
75 cts. per 100, $7 per 1,000.
Gregg. This variety, like the Wilson strawberry, is
too well known to need description. Canes very large, «.
hardy and productive; the largest Raspberry that is
grown. We have known 4,000 quarts to be picked from
one acre. It sells more readily than other varieties
that come at the same time, and its size will sell it
everywhere. 35c. per doz., 75c. per 100, $7 per 1,000.
RED RASPBERRIES.
Marlboro. The largest of the early red Raspberries.
One of the best red Raspberries for the north. The
canes are hardy and fairly productive. Fruit large,
luscious, bright crimson, and of good quality. It may
be considered the finest and best early hardy Raspberry.
50 cts. per doz , $1 per 100, $7 per 1,000.
Shaffer's Colossal. A red or purple variety, which
is very valuable for canning or home use, but useless
for market purposes. 50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100,
$8 per 1,000.
Cuthbert. There is no finer berry grown than Cuth-
bert. We have grown berries 1 inch in diameter; they
looked like strawberries on the vine. The bushes were
red all over. There is no red Raspberry that will pay
as well as this, to my knowledge. The canes are large
and straight, holding up the fruit from the ground. If
we were to begin berry-growing again, we would have the
Cuthbert for our first red variety. 35 cts. per doz.,
75 cts. per 100, $6 per 1,000; No. 2 plants, $4 per 1,000.
Thompson's Early Prolific Red. This is a seed-
ling found among a number of others from selected
seed. Its early ripening, fine, large, bright berries and
productiveness attracted the attention of the originator.
The earliest red Raspberry in the neighborhood, even
ripening before the blackcaps. Every fruit-grower
knows the necessity of having a red Raspberry that
will come on, with good picking, just as the strawberry
season is over. There is more money in an early red.
Raspberry with us than in any small fruit we grow.
35 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000.
Turner. Berries of large size; extra-early; bright
crimson; very sweet. One of the best for family gar-
den. Very hardy. 35c. per doz., 75c. per 100, $6 per 1,000,
NOTE. — By mail, add 50 cts. extra on 100; one dozen mailed postpaid.
E- W- HEID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
NEW HYBRID FRUITS
JAPANESE GOLDEN MAYBERRY.
A Raspberry which ripens its fruit before strawberries. This is a decided and valuable novelty, origi-
nated by the celeDrated Luther Burbank, of California. We give the description of this wonderful berry as follows :
"Earliest Raspberry ever known. The berries are of a
golden straw color, as large as Cuthbert. and ripen here in April,
a month before Hansel!, before strawberries, and before the
earliest of the standard Raspberries of the past have hardly
awakened from their winter rest. The bushes are distinct from
all others, growing like trees, 6 to 8 feet high, with spreading
tops, and all along the branches large white, bell-shaped blos-
soms are pendent. These are soon followed by great, sweet,
glossy, golden, semi-translucent berries. The plants, when well
established, will surprise one with their abundance of fruit.
"The history of this variety is as follows: Some ten
years ago I requested my collector in Japan to hunt up the best
wild Raspberries, blackberries and strawberries that could be
found. Several curious specimens were received the next
season, among them a red and also a dingy yellow, unpro-
ductive variety of Hubus palmahis. One of these plants,
though bearing only a few of the most worthless, tasteless,
dingy yellow berries I have ever seen, was selected, solely on
account of its unusual earliness, to cross with Cuthbert and
other well-known Raspbei-ries. Among the seedlings raised
from the plant was this Japanese Golden Mayberry, and though
no signs of the Cuthbert appears in bush or fruit, yet it can
hardly be doubted that Cuthber«; pollen has effected some of
the wonderful improvements to be seen in this new variety." It
will pay berry-growers to plant
the Japanese Golden Mayberry.
Price, 50c. per doz., $3 per 100.
STRAWBERRY-
RASPBERRY.
This fine and novel /
fruit is a beautiful Dwarf J|
Raspberry,growingonly %
15 to 18 inches high Jgj
spreading considerably,
soon forming dense
chimps of healthy, solid
foliage.
The plant itself is
handsome; its bright
green foliage resembles
Japanese Golden Mayberry (Burbank's).
that of the rose. The large, pure white,
wax-like flowers, with snow-white
stamens, are even larger than a single
rose, and produced in great abundance.
The fruits are produced very early
in the season, stand upright, well out of
the foliage, and are thus easily gathered.
They an- of the size and shape of a
large strawberry, and entirely distinct
from any other Raspberry. In develop-
ing, they pass from pale green through
amber and orange, to a brilliant and
shining red. These beautiful berries,
glowing against the handsome green
foliage, produce a most striking color
effect. Their flavor is unique, whether
eaten fresh or cooked, or as preserves,
differing from that of any other fruit
known. The bush dies down in winter,
hence is perfectly hardy without pro-
tection. In the spring it grows up more
luxuriaut than ever. This plant can be
divided and transplanted successfully for
propagation. Price. 25 cts. per doz.,
$1 per 100, $7.50 per 1,000.
Surplus ! Surplus ! Get our rates
on HOUGHTON and DOWNING
GOOSEBERRIES. They will sur-
prise you.
The Strawberry-Raspberry.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
RATHBUN AND ELDORADO BLACKBERRIES
BLACKBERRIES.
Culture* — The culture of these is about the same as that of the raspberry, but if the soil is not very rich,
plants may be set 5 by 2 feet in the row; on rich soil, 6% by 3 feet. It requires about 3,000 plants per acre. They
should be topped 2 feet from the ground for laterals; do not let more than three canes grow to the hill. The last
season has proved to us that there is as much profit in Blackberry culture as in any other branch of fruit-growing.
We gathered enough fruit from vines this season to almost pay for the ground they grew on — getting $4 per
bushel for fruit at a home market! The culture of Blackberries is not so general as the profits would justify, the
demand being always good in the larger cities.
RATHBUN. This is a new fruit that we offer with the utmost satisfaction. It is admired by all who have
seen it, and no one has been able to discover a weak point about it. To those who are accustomed to only the old
varieties it will seem like a new kind of fruit. It has already established a high reputation in the vicinity where
it originated, and the fruit brought a much higher price than any other Blackberry in the market at that time.
The fruit is simply enormous, far larger than any other variety. A large proportion of the berries will measure
from I 1-4- inches to I 1-2 inches in length, and the whole crop is very uniform. The fruit of the Rathbun,
unlike most Blackberries, has no hard core. It is soft, sweet and luscious, with a high flavor, it is superior
to all varieties in cultivation for quality. It is sufficiently firm to ship and handle well, having been sent a
distance of 3G miles by wagon and rail, arriving in fine condition, and selling at a considerably higher price, in
preference to the best of other varieties. The Rathbun was severely tested for hardiness during the winter of
1895-96, when for several days the temperature was 20 degrees below zero. Plants of Minnewaski and Erie Black-
berries on the same ground were so badly frozen that it was impossible for them to produce fruit, but the Rathbun
bore a very good crop. The plant is a strong, erect grower, and, unlike most varieties, it produces but few
suckers. It sends up a strong main stem, which branches freely. These branches curve over and bend down-
ward till the tips touch the ground. Late in the season they send out roots from the tips of the branches and
thus propagate themselves, in the manner of a blackcap raspberry. It is not a dewberry, nor is there the least
evidence of the admixture of dewberry blood. It is purely a Blackberry with tip-rooting habit. Ripens about
the same time as Wilson. Price, tips, 75 cts. per doz., $4 per 100, $30 per 1,000. Strong, 1-year plants, $1 per
doz., $5 per 100, $40 per 1,000.
ELDORADO. This is undoubtedly one of our finest Blackkerries. Its large size and delicious quality
put it far in advance of any of the standard varieties. It is the hardiest Blackberry in cultivation;
have never known it to winter-kill, and it will stand the climate of Minnesota uninjured. It has been very
productive, and has not failed to ripen a crop since its introduc-
tion, so we have confidence in recommending it as far superior to
anything we know on the market. We are confirmed in this by
endorsements of nearly all the agricultural experiment stations, and
the U. S. Department, Washington, D. C, which has tested the va-
riety and reported it as follows: "Sweet, rich and very good. It is
certainly far superior to the Snyder, and we have never tested any-
thing to equal it." It has been cultivated 15 years, and, under care-
ful tests at different experiment stations for years, has never winter-
killed or failed to produce a full crop of the finest fruit. The vines
are very vigorous and hardy, enduring the wmer» o* the far north-
west without injury, and their yield is enormous. The berries
are very large, jet-black, borne in large clusters, and ripen well
together ; they are very sweet, melting, and pleasing to the taste,
have no hard core, and keep for 6 or IO days after picking with
quality unimpaired. 50 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $15 per 1,000.
ACAWAM. Fruit of fair size, jet black, sweet, tender and melt-
ing to the very core; for home use it has no superior, being sweet
as soon as black ; it is extremely hardy and healthy, and very pro-
ductive. As an eminent small-fruit-grower says- "It stands at the
head for hardiness, fruitfulness and sweetness." No well-regulated
fruit garden should be without this excellent variety. 50 cts. per
doz., $1.50 per 100, $10 per 1,000.
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E. TY. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
THE BEST BLACKBERRIES
Lawton. An old favorite, esteemed
for its productiveness and large size ; de-
licious when fully ripe, but turns black in
advance of ripening. Medium to late. 50c.
per doz., $1.50 per 100, $10 per 1,000.
Maxwell's Early. Very large, sweet,
rich, luscious, melting in the mouth; no
core whatever; very productive; ripens
same time as Lucretia Dewberry and Early
Harvest Blackberry, and is three times as
large as the latter. Bush a low, strong,
stocky grower, entirely free from rust,
double blossoms or other disease. 75 cts.
per doz., $2 per 100, $15 per 1,000.
Minnewaski. This is a new variety,
and it comes very highly recommended.
"Upon the grounds of the originator in
New York it has exhibited many excellent
traits, which, if continued in other sections
and under general culture, will make this
variety very valuable. It is claimed to be
of superior merit by reason of its great
hardiness, large size and enormous pro-
ductiveness." 75 cts. per doz., $2 per 100,
$15 per 1.000.
Snyder. This variety is old and well
known. It will stand the severest cold
without injury; it is of excellent quality
for market purposes. 50 cts. per doz.,
$1.50 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
Ancient Briton. One of the best of
hardy varieties; in "Wisconsin and other
northern states it is superseding all other
kinds. Very vigorous, healthy and hardy,
producing large fruit stems, loaded with
good-sized berries of fine quality, that
carry well and bring highest price in mar-
ket. For general planting for home or
market in all sections subject to severe
winters, this is recommended as a first-
class varietv. 50 cts. per doz., $1.50 per
100, $10 per 1,000.
Early King. An extra-early and ex-
ceedingly hardy variety of great merit.
Canes of strong growth, as hardy as
Snyder, and very prolific. It is larger and
earlier than Early Harvest, and its deli-
cious sweetness renders it of special value
for the home garden. It is also free of
double blossoms, rust or other disease. It
has been thoroughly tested at the north,,
and has given verv general satisfaction.
75 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20 per 1,000.
ERIE. We have fruited the Erie for
a number of years, and we find it one of
best, and its hardiness all that was ever
claimed for it. It is one of the strongest
growers, and will produce large crops on
what would be called poor soil ; its fruit is of the largest
tvpe, being verv uniform in size, and perfect. 50 cts.
per doz., $1.50 per 100, $12 per 1,000.
Early Harvest. The earliest Blackberry, conse-
quently one of the most valuable, were it hardy. Here
it has proven hardy. Ripening in July, with its produc-
tiveness, it is eminently profit-
able for market, whilst its earli-
ness and good quality make it a
special favorite in the home gar-
den, where it succeeds. 50c. per
doz.. $1.50 per 100, $7 per 1,000.
Kittatinny. Once the most
popular of all Blackberries for
general planting, and still un-
excelled for main crop in the
home garden, or for market in
some locations. Berries large:
canes of strong, erect growth
and productive. It is not safe
from winter-killing north of the
latitude of NewYork city, and is
badly affected with "rust" or
Blackberry fungus in many sec-
tions. Medium to late. 50c. per
doz., $1.50 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
Snyder.
Erie Blackberry.
Stone's Hardy. Extra hardy and productive; fruit
fine and sweet, weighing its strong canes low. Best for
cold climates. 50c. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
Taylor's Prolific. Berries much larger than Snyder's
and of fine flavor; canes of strong growth and ironclad
hardiness; of value at the north, and desirable for its
fine flavor. 50 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
Wilson's Early. Once the leading and still a popu-
lar market sort in many sections. Very large, early.
50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $6 per 1.000.
Wilson, Jr. This variety in some parts of the coun-
try does not stand the winter, but with us (100 miles
south of Lake Erie) has not been affected. It is noted
for its productiveness. There is no other Blackberry
that can compare with it in size or quality. 50 cts. per
doz., $1.25 per 100, $8 per 1,000.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
NEW HYBRID BERRIES
THE LOGAN BERRY.
A Thornless Raspberry-Blackberry.
THE GREATEST FRUIT
OF THE CENTURY.
NOVELTY
ft
This berry is unlike any in previous existence— a hybrid
between the raspberry and blackberry. The fruit is as
large as the largest blackberry, and is produced in im-
mense clusters. The color is a clear, dark red, pleasing
to the eye. It partakes of the flavor of both the black-
berry and the raspberry — a mild, pleasant, vinous flavor,
delicious and peculiar to this berry alone. Excellent for
all purposes. Seeds small, soft and few. Berries very
firm, and carry well. Vine or cane grows 10 feet and more
in a season ; enormous bearer. Fruit ripens early, just
after strawberries, nearly all being gone before blackberries
or raspberries become plentiful. Always sells at a high
price. It has produced fruits in the greenhouses in January
on young plants not over 8 inches high, grown in 3-inch
pots, every blossom setting a fruit. Would be valuable for
early forcing. Vine is rust-proof and without objectionable
thorns. Never attacked by insects or diseases. A promis-
ing fruit novelty. Price, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $8
per 100.
Logan Berry.
LUCRETIA DEWBERRY.
This is the finest of its class ; one of the several that
have proved successful. The fruit is handsome, and
has succeeded wherever it has been tried. A strong
grower, and exceedingly productive. We happened
upon the bushes at their fullest ripening. The Wilson
Jr. and Early Harvest had not begun to turn, and the
Lucretia had been ripe several days before we visited
the patch the 8th of July. We will say at a venture that
the Lucretia ripens at least ten days before any
other Blackberry. This is surely a good record for
Lucretia. Price, tips, 50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100,
$7 per 1,000 ; transplants, 75 cts. per doz., $1.50 per
100, $10 per 1,000.
AUSTIN'S IMPROVED, or
MAYES' HYBRID DEWBERRY.
Lucretia
Dewberry
From American Gardening
are much larger than
those of any other
Dewberry or any other
blackberry. A strange
peculiarity of this plant
is that it requires no
trellises or stakes, but
can easily be trained into
a tree form. The fruit
of this new Dewberry is
jet-black and the flavor
superior. For produc-
tiveness it outrivals all
Dewberries or blackber-
ries, as high as $966
per acre having been
realized from the sale of
this berry,' the berries
selling readily at 15 cents
per quart; quite hardy."
$1 per doz., $4 per 100.
" The berries
Mayes' Hybrid Dewberry.
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CURRANTS,
Culture. — They should be planted in good, deep soil, in a cool location, and manured very heavily.
Plant 4 by 5 feet, work like raspberries, keep the soil moist and free from weeds, and mulch with manure, if the
best quality of fruit is desired. They should be pruned every year, and all old
wood cut from them; keep them thinned out, so that air can pass freely through
them. Currant worms can be destroyed by using hellebore; dissolve 1 ounce
in 3 gallons of water, and apply with a syringe or small sprinkling-can. This
can be done with very little expense, if performed at the right time, and will
amply repay the trouble.
MAR VI N CRYSTAL. This new hybrid seedling originated with D. S. Mar-
vin, of New York, and has been fully tested the past four years. Is very attrac-
tive in appearance and a great improvement on the old white sorts. The plant
is a very strong grower, forming almost a tree-shaped habit, with slight trim-
ming. It is exceedingly prolific, bearing fully twice as much fruit as the well
known Cherry Currant. The berries contain only half as many seeds as other
varieties. In flavor it is moderately sweet and free from the sharp sourness of
the red varieties. Berries large ; bunches long and compact. A very de-
sirable new sort. Price, J-year, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. ; 2-year, 50 cts. each,
$5 per doz.
RED CROSS. Jacob Moore, the originator, says: "Red Cross clusters
are long and have well necked berries, double the size of Victoria, and far
superior in quality to Cherry or Victoria. Nothing will compare in quality with
Red Cross but White Dutch, which is too small. Red Cross was first fruited in
1889. I have seen the fruit growing in such masses as to hide the upper
branches from view. It is later than Cherry; the plant makes twice the growth
of Cherry, and yields two or tln-ee times as much fruit. I recommend it with
confidence. I consider Red Cross one of the best of the new Currants."
FAY'S PROLIFIC. This variety has been praised very highly of late,
and we do not think it has in any way been misrepresented; it is healthy, vigor-
ous and very productive. Its bunches are from 3 to 5% inches in length, so
that they can easily be picked, and the berry commands a high price. It is
somewhat larger than Cherry, and is fully twice as productive.
NORTH STAR. A promising variety. The average length of the bunches
is 4 inches. The fruit is very sweet and rich in quality, firm, and a good
market berry, desirable as a dessert fruit in the natural state, and unequaled
for jelly. The length and abundance of the clusters make it possible to pick
25 per cent more fruit in the same length of time from this than from other
sorts. Recommended as a valuable new berry.
Cherry. Very large, red ; bunch long, of great beauty and excellent quality.
One of the best for general planting.
Red Dutch. Medium size; large bunches; the old and well-known Cur-
rant of the garden; a profitable market variety.
Versailles. Similar to the Cherry; the best and most popular variety: the
largest of all except Fay's; berries large, of bright red-crimson; the bushes are
very hardy and productive.
Victoria. Very late red variety; fruit large, long, very productive and of
excellent quality.
White Crape. The only white Currant that is really of any account; very
large and productive; valuable for home and market use; of excellent quality.
Black Naples. The best black Currant for all purposes; will stand most
any climate: valued by some for jellies: it is very productive and hardy.
Lee's Prolific. Of European origin, and one of the best; earlier than
Black Naples, more productive, larger and of better quality; a good variety
Red Cross. for preserving, etc.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
CURRANTS AND GOOSEBERRIES
Knight's Improved Currant (Pomona).
KNIGHT'S IMPROVED (Pomona). This
is one of the most profitable Currants for the
market, and has many points of merit in its
favor. While not the largest in size, it outyields
all other varieties. Color is a beautiful bright
red and very attractive; berry is sweeter and
less acid than. most of the general varieties; is
of good size and larger than Red Dutch or Vic-
toria, is a vigorous grower, with healthy, hardy
foliage, and is sure to become popular as soon as
better known. There is no other fruit ripening
during the summer that is so easily handled as
this Currant, or that can be marketed in such
good condition over so long a time, or keeps
better after packing. From first to last of the
season the bushes are picked clean at one pick-
ing, and never need to be gone over a second
time.
SPECIAL NOTICE.— We have a large
stock of the finest Currants ever put on
the market, and you should NOTE OUR
LOW PRICES.
NOTE. — Add 20 cents per dozen if to be
sent by mail, as bushes are verv large.
Price of single plants, one-tenth the price per
dozen.
PRICE LIST OF CURRANTS.
ONE YEAR, NO. I.
Doz.
100
1,000
Red Cross $0 75 $5 00
Knight's Improved 75 4 00 $30 00.
North Star 50 2 25
Fay's Prolific 50 2 00
Cherrv 50 2 00
Versailles 50 2 00
Victoria 50 2 00
White Grape 50 2 00
Black Naples 50 2 00
Lee's Prolific.
50 2 00
20 00.
15 00.
15 00.
15 00.
15 00.
15 00.
15 00.
15 00.
TWO YEARS.
85 $4 50
2 50
2 25
2 25
2 25
2 25
2 25
2 25
2 25 17 50
$35 00
25 00
17 50
17 50
17 50
17 50
17 50
17 50
TWO YEARS, NO. I.
Doz.
$1 25
. 1 00
75
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
100
$7 50
5 00
3 00
1,000
$40 00
25 00
20 00
20 00
20 00
20 00
20 00
20 00
20 00
GOOSEBERRIES.
This fruit, so popular, large, handsome and delicious in Europe, is beginning to receive a little of the attention
in America that it well deserves. Like the currant (to which it is closely allied), the Gooseberry is a gross feeder,
and delights in a deep, rich soil. Its greatest enemy
is "mildew," which, however, is generally avoided
by planting in partial shade, as recommended for
currants, and by thorough mulching.
KEEPSAKE. This is one of the latest and
most improved English varieties. Fruit very large,
green, and of the best flavor; an immense crop-
per, strong grower, and one week earlier than
Industry.
The following from The Rural New - Yorker,
October 2, 1897, we think fully maintains our
claim for this variety: that it is the best of
all English varieties:
" Keepsake Gooseberry, from E. W. Reid,
Bridgeport, ()., April, 1894. It is claimed that this is
one of the earliest English varieties in cultivation,
and one of the most highly prized for quality, size and
productiveness. It yielded, last season, the largest
berries ever raised at Th e Rural grounds. The two
bushes sent for trial were and are in tree form,
of dwarf habit. The foliage is ample — thick leaves
of a deep green color. Neither leaves nor berries
have thus far mildewed. We copy from notes taken
daring the season: July 5. Not ripe. The berries
are now considerably larger than when the photo-
graph was taken. July 7. Some ripe. By far the
largest Gooseberries we have ever raised. No trace
of mildew or scald. Thick skin, quality fair. July
14. Fully ripe; berries keeping well; green and of
good flavor for so large a berry.
Write for rates on our surplus Houghton and Down-
ing Gooseberries; will offer cheap in large lots. Keepsake.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
ENGLISH AND AMERICAN GOOSEBERRIES
INDUSTRY. A new variety of foreign origin, which has created a sensation everywhere; productive of
exceedingly large fruit of dark red color and delicious quality. Highly recommended, both in this country and
Europe. We have fruited the Industry for years. It is certainly one of the
largest Gooseberries on the market, and one of the best.
PEARL. This is a very desirable American variety, a cross between
Houghton and one of the large English varieties.
It is very hardy; entirely free from mildew;
superior in size and quality, and more productive
than the Downing, and likely to supercede it.
Red Jacket. As large as the largest; berry
smooth; very prolific and hardy; quality and
foliage the best. For seven years it has stood
close to a dozen or so English sorts, and, while
all these have mildewed more or less in leaf and
fruit, mildew has never yet appeared on Red
Jacket. We need this Gooseberry, which can be
grown in our own country, to take the place of
sorts which mildew so much that neither plants
nor fruit can be grown, except in a very few
localities in America.
Lancashire Lad. This is another variety of
the English type, and is claimed to be superior
to Industry, being of a brighter and clearer red,
almost smooth, and very large. The bushes
are productive, not inclined to mildew, and
strong-growing. Oue of the best dessert
berries. First-class in quality.
Chautauqua. A supposed cross between the
American and English varieties. It is not so
subject to mildew as the English type. Bush
stout and vigorous, having the usual comple-
ment of thorns ; foliage large, glossy, dark green ;
berries large, often 1 to 1% inches long; color
pale yellow; sweet, but rather thin skinned.
Very productive.
Columbus
Golden Prolific. One of our largest and best
native varieties. It originated in New York state, and
is supposed to be a seedling of an Englishvariety. It
is remarkably free from mildew, a good, vigorous
grower, and a heavy bearer; foliage dark green; ber-
ries large, handsome, golden yellow; very attractive.
Columbus. A new yellow variety ; very prolific,
free from mildew, and said to have larger fruit than
Industry. Promises to be a valuable variety.
Houghton. The old well-known sort; pale
red, sweet and good. Houghton gives us annual
crops of good-sized fruit; it is enormously produc-
tive, does not mildew, and is in every way worthy
of a place in every garden.
Downing. A very popular Gooseberry; large,
pale green, of good quality;- bush vigorous, hardy
and prolific.
White Smith. Large; roundish oval; yellow-
ish white; of first quality and English type. One
of the best
Gooseberries in
cultivation.
Crown Bob.
Very large;
red; hairy;
quality high.
Also from
England, and
of the best
quality.
Industry.
PRICES OF GOOSEBERRIES.
ONE YEAR, NO. 1. TWO YEARS, TWO YEARS, NO. 1.
•Get our rates on HOUGH-
TON and DOWNING
GOOSEBERRIES. They will sur-
prise you.
Columbus . . .
Houghton . . .
Downing ....
White Smith
Doz.
100
Doz.
100
Doz.
100
$1 50
$10 00
$2 00
$15 00
.$1 00
$6 00
1 25
8 00
1 50
10 00
6 00
1 25
8 00
2 00
10 00
1 00
7 00
1 25
8 50
1 50
10 00
, 1 50
10 00
1 75
11 00
2 00
12 00
2 00
12 00
2 50
15 00
3 00
20 00
1 50
2 00
3 00
1 50
2 00
3 00
40
1 75
45
2 .00
50
2 25
40
2 00
45
2 50
50
3 00
1 50
10 00
1 75
11 00
2 00
12 00
1 50
10 00
1 75
11 00
2 00
12 00
Prices of single plants, one-tenth the price per dozen. Thousand rates on application.
jji j E. HT. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO ^qfr
NEW HARDY CRAPES
HARDY GRAPES.
Culture. — It would be rather an undertaking to describe the full method of Grape-culture, as it is very
extensive, but we will give it brief mention. The soil should be prepared as for other small fruits; make the rows
8 feet apart and plant 6 feet in the row, or if ground is very rich, make it 8 feet. The holes should be about 1 foot
square, so as to allow plenty of room for the roots; put some good soil in the bottom, or wet corncobs if at hand,
and use a little ground bone. When the vines arrive from the nursery, cut both the roots and the top ; two eyes
are sufficient, and on 2-year-olds, from four to five eyes. After you have trimmed the roots and spread them out
in the hole, the vine should be set at one side, and the soil well firmed with the feet. Set a small stake by the side
so as to mark the vine. The second or third year they should be staked and wired; two or three wires should be
used. Keep the old wood as near the ground as possible, for the nearer it is the sweeter the fruit will be. Keep
the vine open, so that the air can pass through, to prevent rot and mildew.
IVote. — Price for Grapes given in table on page 42. For large lots, write us for special prices.
NEW VARIETIES.
McPlKE. This grand new variety was originated
in southern Illinois. Was • awarded Wilder Silver
Medal by the American Pomological Society; has taken
first premium at Ohio, Illinois, Indiana and Missouri
state fairs. The pi'esent character of the Concord is
shown in its seedling, "Worden," with its extra hardi-
ness, good leaf, increased qualities of beautiful blue-
black fruit and bloom upon the berry. McPike is a
seedling of Worden and partakes of all good qualities of
these two grapes to a marked degree. Perfectly hardy,
with a leaf unprecedented ; earlier than Concord;
bunches large, even and compact; berries even in size,
covered with a beautiful bloom, blue-black in color;
ripens uniformly, and has generally the appearance of
Worden. The berries are of mammoth size, being
three inches in circumference and of superb
quality — by far the best Grape grown. One berry
measured '3% inches. The grape is almost perfection.
Mr. McPike has sent the grapes to all parts of the
country, and the comments are most favorable upon its
wonderful size, flavor, hardiness and beauty. 1 yr.
$1; 2 yr. $1.5Q.
EARLY OHIO. This is an early black Grape; it
ripens 10 days before Moore's Early ; not quite so large,
but bunches are much larger, and packed very closely.
Berries are jet black, with heavy bloom.
VICTORIA. This is one of the best white Grapes
ever introduced. A seedling of the Concord, it takes
after its parent for being hardy and productive. Vine
a very strong grower, with large clusters, which are
exceedingly handsome, showy and luscious. We
bespeak for Victoria much wider planting than it has
yet known.
COLERAIN. Experience does not make us change
our opinion of this Grape, but space will not allow but a
short notice. So far the verdict is "none better." Color
green, with delicate white bloom; flesh very juicy and
remarkably sweet, fairly vinous, one small seed to the
berry as a rule. Ripens with or a little before Moore's
Early, and hangs on the vine until frost without drop-
ping berries from the bunch. Wherever tested it has
proved free from rot and mildew; a vigorous grower,
and perfectly hardy.
GREEN MOUNTAIN. We quote from the intro-
ducer : " We do not believe there is an early Grape supe-
rior to it in quality that bears younger, is more productive, or that is more desirable for an early Grape than this one.
It has not failed to produce or ripen a crop in the three years we have tested it. The vine grows as strong as the
Concord, and will flourish in any soil where the Concord grows. It is especially well adapted to be grown in
northern localities, where many valuable varieties fail."
EATON. A seedling of Concord, but claimed to be of more vigorous growth, quite as productive, with larger
and better fruit. "Bunch very large, compact. Berries very large, round, black, covered with a thick blue bloom.
The stem pulls out white, like the Concord. Strongly resembles Moore's Early. Very juicy, with s*ome, though
tender, pulp." Early.
DIAMOND. In vigor of growth, texture, foliage and hardiness of vine, it partakes of the nature of its
parent, Concord, while in quality the fruit is equal to many of the best tender sorts, and ripens two or three weeks
earlier than Concord. The color is a delicate greenish white, with a rich yellow tinge when fully ripe; very few
seeds, juicy, and almost entirely free from pulp, which makes it almost transparent. Berry size of Concord;
adheres firmly.
Jl^" Every one of the Seven Hardy Crapes described above has proved a money maker in some sections;
some of them in most all sections.
McPike Grape.
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NEW AND STANDARD CRAPES
CAMPBELL'S EARLY. This is not a chance seedling, but the result of carefully conducted experiments
by the originator, which ended in a determined effort to produce a genuine improvement upon the Concord,
one which should retain all its good qualities
without its faults. The special merits claimed
for this Grape are, a strong, vigorous, hardy
vine ; thick, mildew-resisting foliage, abun-
dant bearer, clusters very large, shouldered,
compact and handsome. Season very early.
Will hang upon the vine sound and perfect for
six weeks. A good keeper and shipper. Ber-
ries large, nearly round, often an inch or more
in diameter ; black, with light purple bloom ;
skin thin, but very tenacious, bearing hand-
ling and shipping admirably. Flesh rather
firm, but tender, and of equal consistency,
parting easily from its few and small seeds.
Flavor rich, sweet, slightly vinous ; pure, with
no foxiness, coarseness or unpleasant acidity
from the skin to the center, and as the seeds
part readily, they need never be swallowed.
ALICE. This is a seedling of unknown
parentage, and was discovered in Ulster
county, New York. It attracted attention by
its fine quality and appearance, and has been
tested now 10 years, and pronounced one of
the coming Grapes. This variety is especially
valuable for its long keeping qualities ; it has
kept in an ordinary cellar, without cold storage,
or special care, all winter. It is a pale red
Grape, the size of Catawba; fruit of fine flavor,
high quality, pulp meaty and tender, with few
seeds, and small ; skin tough, and a good ship-
per ; therefore, a good market variety. Vine
vigorous and strong, many branches growing
12 feet ; foliage healthy, large, thick, dark
green ; free from mildew, and does aot rot.
Clusters medium size, compact and shouldered;
ripens with Concord.
MILLS. Ber-y large, round, jet black, cov-
ered with a thick bloom ; flesh firm, meaty,
juicy, breaking with a rich, sprightly flavor; skin thick; bunch
large, compact, shouldered. Vine vigorous and productive,
with large, healthy foliage. Ripens about with Concord, or a
little later.
JEWELL. "Bunch medium, often shouldered, compact;
berry medium, black, with a heavy, fine bloom, handsome :
skin thin, tough ; pulp tender, rich, spicy, sprightly and sweet
to the center ; seeds few, very small ; quality best, pure;
equal to the Delaware, and earlier. Vine vigorous, hardy and
very productive ; never known to rot or mildew."
MOYER. Resembles Delaware, but ripens with the very earliest, has larger berries ; has been free from rot
and mildew, even where everything around is mildewed. It has stood, unprotected, 35 degrees below zero without
injury. It is very sweet as soon as colored ; skin tough, but thin ; pulp tender, juicy, of delicious flavor and
entirely free from foxiness.
Campbell's Early. size.)
GENERAL LIST OF GRAPES.
^»Ote. — Those wanting large quantities will do well to get our best rates on thi
mailed to those wanting large quantities at a cost to cover postage.
list. Samples will be
15). Berries very large, with
sweet and sprightly ; very
Agawam (Rogers' No
thick skin ; pulp soft,
vigorous ; ripens early.
Brighton. Bunch large, well formed ; berries me-
dium to large, round, of excellent flavor; early.
Catawba. Berries large, round ; dark copper color,
with sweet, rich, musky flavor. Requires a long season.
Champion (Talman). The earliest of all black
Grapes; of poor quality, exceedingly profitable.
Clinton. Bunches small and compact ; berries
round, black, pulpy, juicy, of medium quality : valu-
able for wine and culinary purposes.
Concord. A large purplish black Grape, ripening
about middle of September ; vigorous and free from
disease.
Delaware. Bunch and berry full medium size, usu-
ally shouldered, compact and heavy ; skin thin, but
tenacious ; pulp tender and melting ; juice abundant,
sprightly and refreshing.
Duchess. Berries medium ; flesh tender, juicy,
sweet, spicy. Ripens soon after Concord.
Etta. Seedling of Elvira, with larger berries, firmer
skin and superior quality ; hardy and productive.
Empire State. In health of foliage and habit of
growth, it resembles our hardiest native Grapes ;
flavor like the best of foreign Grapes.
Elvira. Very vigorous, strong, healthy grower;
white ; bunch and berries medium size, compact, pro-
ductive. Ripens with Catawba ; very hardy.
Early Victor. Very early ; pure flavor, sweet,
sprightly and vinous ; size below medium ; extra hardy.
Isabella. An old, well-known sort ; large size ;
dark purple ; sweet and rich, with a slight musky
aroma. Beginning of September.
Ives' Seedling. Bunches medium to large, compact;
berries medium, slightly oblong; dark purple.
Jefferson. Resembles Concord in growth and hardi-
ness, with fruit much like Iona.
Lady. Healthy and hardy. In favorable seasons,
ripens here the middle to "the last of August. In
quality regarded by many as best, and it certainly is the
best we have seen in its season.
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FAVORITES FOR ALL VINEYARDS
Lady Washington. A large white Grape of good
appearance. The vine is strong and vigorous, and
the foliage large and healthy. The clusters are of
large size, shouldered, and moderately compact;
amber, with delicate rosy tint next the sun; flesh
tender and sweet, without foxiness. Requires a
favorable soil and location to produce best results.
Martha. This is one of the most reliable white
Grapes yet known; bunch medium, compact,
shouldered; berry white or greenish, turning to
pale yellow when fully ripe; skin thin; flesh very
sweet and juicy.
Moore's Early. A handsome Grape; very
early; resembling Concord, with smaller clusters,
but well packed and larger berries, ripening about
10 days earlier; it is no better than Concord,
except in this respect.
Niagara. This Grape is a vigorous grower, and
very productive when not exposed to the severe cold
of the extreme north. It is not affected by mildew,
and cannot fail to make a profitable Grape. When
well grown and fully ripened, it is a better flavored
Grape than the Concord, but is somewhat foxy, and
ripens about the same time as Concord.
Pocklington, or "Golden Pocklington," retains
its popularity, and will probably take its place as a
valuable standard Grape, being one of the largest
and most showy white Grapes of the Concord type
yet introduced.
Vergennes. Very productive; clusters large;
berries large, holding firmly to the stem; color light
amber; flavor rich and delicious; flesh meaty and
tender. Ripens as early as Hartford Prolific; and
is an excellent late keeper.
Wilder (Rogers' No. 4). Bunch and berry very
large, round; flesh tolerably tender, sprightly, sweet
and agreeable.
Pocklington Grape.
Wyoming Red. Vine very hardy, healthy and
robust, with thick, leathery foliage; color of berry
similar to Delaware, but brighter, being one of the
most beautiful of the amber or red Grapes, and in
size nearly double that of Delaware; flesh tender,
juicy, sweet, with a strong native aroma; ripens
before Delaware, and is a valuable market Grape.
Woodruff Red. A large, handsome Grape from
Michigan, said to be a seedling of Concord, but of much
stronger native aroma. Its large size of bunch and
berry makes it remarkably showy, and it is, therefore,
a profitable market sort. The vine is a strong grower,
with healthy foliage, and entirely hardy; ripens early.
Worden. An improved Concord, being larger in
both bunch and berry, handsomer; nearly two weeks
earlier and of better quality. As it is difficult to grow,
many vines of Concord are sold for it.
Poughkeepsie Red. A seedling Grape, raised by
A. J. Caywood; claimed to be a cross of Iona with
Delaware and Walter; somewhat larger than the Dela-
ware, but resembling it in general appearance. It is
fully equal to the Delaware in quality, ripens early,
and keeps well. So" far as tested, much like the Dela-
ware vine in habit of growth.
Ulster Prolific. Vigorous; good foliage; very pro-
ductive; clusters medium to small, compact; berries
good size, dull copper color, a good shipper and keeper;
quality excellent; ripens early.
Hayes. A seedling of the Concord, originating in
Massachusetts, and pronounced by the Massachusetts
Horticultural Society the best eating white Grape ever
shown; ripens early in September. Bunch large, skin
thin, berry juicy and very sweet. Vine a strong, ram-
pant grower, and partakes of the ruggedness of its
parent; altogether a very desirable variety, and well
worth the attention of Grape growers.
Jessica. A very early white Grape, hardy, very pro-
ductive, good quality. Berries and cluster medium
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ROOTS AND PLANTS, ETC.
PRICE LIST OF GRAPE VINES.
ONE YEAR, NO. 1.
TWO TEARS,
NO 1.
Each
Doz.
100
Each
Doz.
100
.$0 10
$0 50
$2 50
$0 15
$0
75
$3 50
50
5 00
75
7
50
10
75
3 50
15
1
00
5 00
33
3 50
50
5
00
50
2 00
15
75
3 00
1 J
50
' 2 50
15
75
3 50
13
50
2 50
15
75
3 50
50
2 00
15
75
3 00
25
2 50
15 00
40
4
00
25 00
10
75
3 50
20
1
00
5 00
10
1 00
4 00
15
1
50
6 00
" 20"
2 00
10 00
30
3
00
15 00
10
75
3 50
15
1
25
5 50
1)
1 00
7 00
20
2
nO
JO 00
10
75
4 00
15
1
25
6 00
10
75
3 50
15
1
(10
5 00
20
2 00
15 00
30
3
00
20 00
15
1 25
4 00
20
2
00
7 00
10
50
2 00
12
75
3 00
10
50
2 00
12
75
3 00
Jefferson.
Jessica.. .
ONE TEAR,
Each Doz.
$0 20
Jewel 30
20 2
Lady.
Lady Washington.
Martha
*•_> 00
00
3 00
10
15
10
Mills 50
Moore's Early.
Moore's Diamond.
Moyer
Niagara
Alice
Brighton 10
Campbell's Early
Catawba
Champion
Clinton
Concord
Colerain
Delaware
Duchess
Early Ohio
Early Victor 10
Eaton
Etta
Empire State. . .
Green Mountain
Hayes.
Ives' Seedling. . .
Isabella .....
!Xote. — Thousand rates and mixed prices will be given on application.
(HS^Six or more Grape vines of a variety at dozen rates, by mail, postpaid; 50 or more of a kind at 100 rate;
100 Grape vines of different kinds, if order amounts to $5 or over, at 100 rate.
3fOte. — We have an immense stock of leading varieties, and will be pleased to have a list of your wants
before you buy. Our vines are carefully graded, and none but strictly first-class ones are shipped.
10
10
10
10
Pocklington 10
Ulster Prolific
Vergennes
Victoria
Wyoming Red
Woodruff Red....
Wilder..
Worden
1 50
75
5 00
75
75
1 00
50
50
1 50
75
3 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
50
NO. 1.
100
$10 00
10 00
20 00
3 50
10 00
2 50
30 00
3 00
3 00
4 00
2 50
2 00
8 00
3 00
3 00
7 00
3 50
2 00
TWO TEARS,
Each Doz
$0 2
$2 50
2 50
4 00
1 00
2 00
1 00
7 50
1 00
1 00
1 50
75
2 00
1 50
6 00
1 50
2 50
1 50
HO. 1.
100
$15 00
15 00
30 00
5 00
15 00
3 00
40 00
4 00
4 00
6 00
4 00
3 00
12 00
4 50
4 00
10 00
5 00
3 00
Useful Roots and Plants.
The purchase of Vegetable Plants and Roots is a great economy in time and labor, enabling their owner to
enjoy the benefit of them at least one year earlier than if grown from seed. We supply strong, fresh roots and
plants, carefully packed, at prices that will compare well with those of any house.
RHUBARB.
Myatt's Linnaeus. Early, tender, and very large;
known as the sweetest of pie-plant. Rapid-growing,
verv juicv and rich-flavored. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz..
$4 per 100.
HORSE-RADISH.
Roots, 20 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
HOP-VINES.
Golden Cluster. Large, productive, the blossoms
growing in clusters: the best variety. 15 cts. each. $1
per doz.
SAGE.
Holt's Mammoth. Plant large, with immense
leaves; never seeds. The best sort. 10 cts. each, GO
cts. per doz., $2 per 100.
ASPARAGUS.
Columbian Mammoth White. It produces white
shoots, which remain so as long as fit for use. In ad-
dition to the marvelous advantage of its white color,
the Columbian Mammoth White Asparagus is even
more robust and vigorous in habit, and throws larger
shoots, and fully as many of them, as the Conover's
Colossal. Market-gardeners, growers for canners, and
amateurs, should give it a thorough trial. Strong
roots, 1 vear, 50 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $4 per
1,000; 2 years, GO cts. per doz., $1 per 100. $6 per 1.000.
Donald's Elmira. This is a new variety which is
attracting much attention from all lovers of Asparagus.
It originated at Elmira, N. Y., hence its name. It
always realizes the best prices in the market, and the
supply has never half equaled the demand. The deli-
cate green color is noticeably different from either the
famous Barr's Philadelphia Mammoth or Palmetto,
while the stalks are more tender and succulent. Its
mammoth size can be realized from the fact that in
whole crops a bunch of 12 stalks will average 4 pounds
in weierht. It requires much less labor in cutting and
bunching, thus lessening the expense of marketing.
Strong roots, 1 year old. 40c. per doz., 75c. per 100. $4 per
1,000. 2 years," 50c. per doz., $1 per 100, $5 per 1,000.
Palmetto. Of southern origin: a variety of excel-
lent quality; early, and much larger than any other:
very prolific. 1 year, strong, 50 cts. per doz., 75 cts.
per 100, $4 per 1,000: 2 years, strong, 60 cts. per doz.,
$1 per 100, $5 per 1,000.
Conover's Colossal. Very large, and makes rapid
growth; planted mostly by market-gardeners. 1 year,
25 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000; 2 years,
50 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $5 per 1,000.
Barr's Mammoth. This is the finest Asparagus
ever offered for sale, being much larger and earlier
thau any other. The stalks are very large, tender, and
of light color. 1 year, 25 cts. per doz., 75 cts. per 100,
$4 per 1,000; 2 vears, 40 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $5 per
1,000.
Dozen prepaid by mail.
Conover's Colossal Asparagus.
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E. TIT. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
MISCELLANEOUS HARDY FRUITS
A NEW HARDY ORANGE.
This is the most hardy of the Orange family, and wiil
stand our northern climate with little or no protection,
being also desirable for pot-culture. In the parks of both
New York and Philadelphia it grows luxuriantly, and blooms
and fruits profusely. You can have an Orange tree growing,
blooming and fruiting in your lawn or yard. It is dwarf, of
low, symmetrical growth, with beautiful trifoliate, glossy
green leaves, and many large, white, sweet-scented blossoms,
finer than any other variety of Orange blossoms, and borne
almost continually. The fruit is small, bright orange red in
color, having a peculiar flavor ; of no value for eating,
though it may prove useful in making a lemonade, as the
fruit is as acid as a lime. The fine appearance of the plant,
with its constant habit of blooming, and showy fruit, combine
to make a plant of peculiar value and beauty. Is best suited
for open ground culture, as it is deciduous and drops its
leaves in the fall, though it will not do so if kept from frost.
15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.
Reid's Nurseries, Kokomo, Ind.,
Bridgeport, Ohio. Nov. 27, 1898.
Dear Sirs:— I -wish to thank you most cordially for your kind
advice in letter of 5th inst., and also for the fine lot of trees
sent. The Pears are beauties, and, besides being a satisfaction
and pleasure to me, will, I .think, do you some good in the neigh-
borhood. I am, yours truly, Lora C. Hoss. _ . _
Hardy Orange.
BUFFALO BERRY.
The fruit resembles small currants,
but is of richer taste, and literally
covers the twigs and branches. If not
gathered, it will remain on the plants
through the winter. Esteemed for
pies, tarts, preserves, jellies, etc.
The plants are very hardy and easily
cultivated, and bear abundant crops
of fruit every year. As the male and
female blossoms are borne on different
plants, they should be planted in
clusters of three or more, for best re-
sults. 10c. each, $1 per doz., $5 per 100.
Improved DWARF ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHERRY.
This is a shrub, which originally grew wild in the mountains. The
fruit has been greatly improved by cultivation, and is claimed to be, when
fully ripe, the best fruit of its sea-
son. The fruit is jet black when
ripe, and in size averages somewhat
larger than the English Morello. Its
flavor is similar to the sweet Cherries.
The introducer says : "I could sell
wagon loads of these Cherries at 10 cents
per quart. I have kept two hundred of
these trees which I intend to sell to re-
liable parties who desire them for testing. The
young trees I have are one year from seed. I
have had them loaded down at two years of age
from seed. They never failed to bear fruit
every year ; late frosts never affect them ; tho
tree is entirely hardy ; it has endured 40 degrees below zero without
injury ; ripens when all others are gone ; the shrub would grace any
lawn when in blossom ; the fruit is more easily pitted than other
Cherries."
"It is a very enjoyable fruit, either eaten fresh or for preserving.
"Those who know it do not hesitate to commend it in highest terms
to gardeners and fruit-growers.
"For preserves, or to eat out of hand, it has no equal in the line of
pitted fruits, and is free from every known insect and tree disease.
"It will endure longer drought and more severe cold than any other
variety of the Cherry."
The merits of this fruit leave little to be desired. 1-year, 10 cts.
each, $1 per doz., $7 per 100 ; 2-year, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.* $10 per 100.
Reid's Nurseries. French ("keek, W. Ya.. Nov. 17, 1808.
Dear Sirs: — My order, No. 5008, has been received, and, like previous orders,
opened to my entire satisfaction. Trees are larger and better for the money than
I am able to obtain from any other nursery.
Yours very truly, F. E. Brooks,
Dwarf Rocky Mountain Cherry.
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MISCELLANEOUS HARDY FRUITS
IMPROVED DWARF JUNEBERRY.
A good substitute for the large or swamp huckleberry or
whortleberry, which it resembles in appearance and quality.
The fruit is borne in clusters, and is reddish purple in
color, changing to a bluish black. In flavor it is a mild,
rich subaeid^flj^ltent as a dessert fruit or canned. The
bushes are extremely hardy, enduring the cold of the far
north and the heat of summer without injury. When
this fruit becomes better known to the public it will
be very popular. It is much larger and better
flavored than the wild Juneberries. 10 cts. each, 75
cts. per doz., $5 per 100.
JAPANESE WINEBERRY.
There have been few novelties introduced to this
country that are more interesting or beautiful in
their way than the Japanese Raspberry, brought
out recently under the name of Wineberry. It
originated from seed sent home by Prof. George-
son, late of the Imperial College of Agriculture,
Tokio, Japan, and gathered by him from a plant
Eleagnus Long^pes.
ELEAGNUS LONGIPES.
This new and valuable acquisition, a native of Japan, is
one of our most promising new fruits, and we highly
recommend it for more general planting. It is worthy a
place in both fruit and ornamental collections, as its beau-
tiful shape as a shrub, with its dark green foliage, makes
it a very conspicuous sight, especially when loaded with
fruit; it is also very attractive when in bloom in May, the
flowers being a beautiful lemon-yellow color. The bush
begins to bear at two years old, and the fruit is very highly
prized by those who have fruited it, for its peculiar
piquancy, making a very delicious sauce, and considered
much superior to the cranberry. It is about the size of an
ordinary cherry, but more oval, and is borne in large
clusters in great profusion. The bush is very hardy and
free from insects and disease, and grows to the hight of
about six feet. It is seldom we have to offer a plant
which combines valuable fruiting qualifications with so
ornamental a character. The plant will be prized as among
the many good things which have come from Japan. 15 cts.
each, $1.50 per doz.
Dwarf Juneberry.
growing in a wild state on the mountains of that
country. The canes of this interesting plant are
large, robust and entirely hardy here; they are
thickly covered with purplish red hairs, which
extend along the stem to the extremity. The
leaves are large, tough, dark green above and
silvery gray neneath. Each berry is at first
tightly enveloped by the large calyx, forming
a sort of bur. which is also covered
with purplish red hairs. These
gradually open and turn back, ex-
posing the fruit in all its beauty.
In quality good, with a rich and
sprightly flavor, but decidedly
brisk subacid. When cooked it
is simply grand, surpassing by
far, when canned, the huckle-
berry and all other small fruits
now in cultivation. Season of
ripening, early in July. 50 cts.
per doz., $1 per 100.
The Japanese Wine berry.
Re id's Kearkey, N. J.,
Nurseries. Nov. 15, 1898.
Gentlemen: — My trees arrived safe
ana in good condition. They are the
finest I ever saw. Will order more
in spring. Many thanks.
Respectfully, H. Dixon.
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Avenue of Silver Maples in Brooklyn.
Ornamental Department.
DECIDUOUS TREES.
BJOtC — The rates given for shade trees include boxing and packing. These rates are very low, and the
different rates are for the different grades. It is best for customers who wish stock shipped to buy light trees,
not over 15 feet, as they are not so hard to handle as the large ones.
Our stock in this department is very choice, and we will be pleased to quote rates to those who wish large
assortments.
PRICES: Trees are quoted at 50 cts. each, $4 per doz.; 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz.; $1 each, $10 per
doz.; $1.50 each, $15 per doz.; $2 each, $20 per doz. Rates per 100 on application.
Trees are all first-class; different rates are for different grades and ages.
BIRCH, Cut-leaved Weeping. Beyond question
ALDER. A tree of rapid growth, suitable for damp,
moist soil, but thriving well everywhere. 50 cts.,
75 cts. and $1 each.
ASH, White. A -rapid-growing native tree, for plant-
ing on streets or in parks. 50 cts., 75 cts. and
$1 each.
European Mountain. A fine, hardy tree; head
dense and regular. 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
Oak-leaved. A variety with very large leaves; dis-
tinct and fine. 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
Weeping. A beautiful tree, with straggling, weeping
branches; makes a fine ornament for lawns. 2-year
heads, 75 cts. each, $7 per doz.; 50 cts., 75 cts. and$l.
BEECH, Purple-leaved ( bersii). This is the hand-
somest of all purple-leaved trees, and very orna-
mental for grouping on a lawn. It is inclined to
be pyramidal in form, with crimson foliage in early
spring, changing to rich, dark purple later in the
season. A handsome specimen of this tree is con-
sidered almost invaluable on a well-kefrt lawn.
75 cts., $1 and $1.50 each.
one of the most elegant of all weeping or pendulous
trees. Its tall, slender yet vigorous growth, grace-
ful, drooping habit, silvery white bark and deli-
cately cut foliage present a combination of attrac-
tive characteristics rarely met with in a single tree.
On the next page we give an illustration from
a photograph. 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
Scotch. A handsome tree, with white bark; very
desirable for street or lawn. 50c, 75c. and $1 each.
CATALPA Bungei. One of the most attractive of
trees. It forms a perfect half-globular or umbrella
head, with foliage of a deep green color, laid with
great precision, making a beautiful roof of leaves.
75 cts., $1 and $1.50 each.
Speciosa. A variety originating in the west ; more
symmetrical in growth than the common Calalpa.
25 cts., 50 cts. and 75 cts. each. In 100 lots, 5 to 8
ft., $15; 8 to 10 ft., $20.
Teas' Japanese Hybrid. Of vigorous, upright
growth; has large, luxuriant foliage, and handsome
white flowers of delicate fragrance. 75c. and $1 each.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS TREES
Cut-ieaved Weeping Birch.
CORN US florida (White - flowering Dogwood).
Flowers white, 3 to 3K inches in diameter, pro-
duced in spring before the leaves appear ; very
abundant, showy and durable. Foliage grayish
green, glossy and handsome. Spreading, irregular
form, growing 20 to 25 feet high. 50 cts. and
75 cts. each.
Rubra (Red-flowering Dogwood). This is simply a
great and grand improvement upon the otherwise
unrivaled white-flowering variety. It possesses the
same freedom of flowering, producing what might
be termed a drift of bloom of a bright, fresh and
cheerful rosy red. The fruits or berries are the
same as those of the species. 75 cts. and $1 each.
CRAB, Bechtel's Double-flcwering. One of the
most beautiful of the many fine varieties of flower-
ing Crab Apples. Tree of medium size, covered in
early spring with large, beautiful, double, fragrant
flowers of a delicate pink color. From a distance
the flowers have the appearance of roses. A great
acquisition, and certain to become very popular as
soon as known. Blooms when quite young. 50 cts.
and 75 cts.
ELM, American White. A noble drooping, spread-
ing tree of our own woods; one of the grandest of
park and street trees. 35 cts., 50 cts., 75 cts. and
$1 each.
Scotch. A fine, spreading tree of rapid growth; foli-
age large. 35 cts., 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
Camperdown Weeping. Grafted (5 to 8 feet high,
this forms one of the most picturesque drooping
trees. It is of rank growth, the shoots often mak-
ing a zigzag growth of several feet outward and
downward in a single season. The leaves are large,
dark green and glossy, and cover the tree with a
luxuriant mass of verdure. 75 cts., $1, and $1.50.
HORSE-CHESTNUT. Double White-flowering.
A superb variety, with large double flowers. 25 cts. ,
50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
Red-flowering. Not so rapid a grower as White,
and blooms later ; foliage a deep green ; very
showy tree. $1, $1.25 and $1.50 each.
JUDAS TREE, American. A small-growing tree,
covered with delicate purple flowers before the
leaves appear. 75 cts. and $1 each.
LARCH. A pyramidal tree of beautiful shape, with
branches spreading out straight from the trunk.
Fine for the lawn, and, being a rapid grower, desir-
able where immediate effects are wanted. 25 cts.
and 50 cts. each.
LINDEN, European. A pyramidal tree, with large
leaves and fragrant flowers. 75 cts. and $1 each.
American. A rapid-growing, beautiful native tree
with very large leaves and fragrant flowers; fine
for street planting, giving quick shade in spring.
50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
LI QUI DAM BAR (Sweet Gum). Leaves star-
shaped, dark green in summer ; very glossy,
changing to crimson in autumn; pyramidal in form,
with a singular bark; a native tree. 50 cts. and
75 cts. each.
MULBERRY, Teas' Weeping. A choice ornamental
tree, described and illustrated on page 19.
MAGNOLIA, Hypoleuca Japan. A new tree of
great beauty and medium height. Flowers large
and fine, creamy white, very fragrant; blooms in
June, after foliage has developed. $1.50 and $2 each.
Acuminata. A noble and very beautiful tree, with
a very large leaf and fragrant flower tinted with
purple; rapid grower. 75 cts. and $1 each.
A Spray of Bechtel's Flowering' Crab.
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ORNAMENTAL DECIDUOUS TREES
MAGNOLIA Soulan-
geana. A conspic-
uous and charming
tree for the lawn;
its numerous large,
showy flowers, ap-
pearing in early
spring in advance of
the foliage, give it a
very unique appear-
ance. Mowers are
large, white, with a
purple base, and pro-
duced in great abun-
dance. Hardy, and
one of - the best of
this class. $1, $1.25
and $1.50 each.
MAIDEN-HAIR TREE
(Salisburia adian-
tifolia). Anativeof
Japan. Remarkable
for the peculiarity of
its leaves, which re-
semble the maiden-
hair fern. It is a
very desirable and
ornamental tree for
the lawn, a rapid
grower, and entirely
free from insect
pests. The foliage
is peculiarly notched
or cut, without mid-
rib, smooth and
pliant. Tree hardy,
of a regular conical
form, with a straight,
erect trunk. 25 cts.,
50 cts. and 75 cts. ea.
Liquidamfoar.
Elm. Norway Maple.
MAPLE, Ash-leaved. A fine, rapid-growing variety;
very hardy, and excellent for avenues. 50 cts., 75
cts. and $1 each.
Norway. A distinct foreign variety, with large,
broad leaves of the deepest green. It retains its
leaves long after all other trees are bare. 25 cts.,
50 cts., 75 cts,, $1, $1.50 and $2 each.
Scarlet. Of the Norway type in both growth and
habit; its leaves, when they appear, are blood-red,
and they hold this color some time before changing
to a beautiful green. 75 cts., $1, $1.50 and $2 each.
Silver-leaved. An excellent shade tree of rapid
growth; desirable for quick effects. 50 cts., 75 cts.
and $1 each.
A flower of Magrnolia acuminata.
MAPLE, Sugar. A very popular tree, both for lawns
and avenues ; symmetrical, First-class, 50 cts.,
75 cts. and $1 each.
Wier's Cut-leaved Silver. A variety of the silver-
leaved, with cut or dissected foliage. Its growth is
rapid, graceful; foliage abundant, silvery under-
neath. 75 cts. and $1 each.
Japan. Slow-growing trees of much beauty. In the
spring they are a beautiful red, changing later to
green, and in autumn to crimson. $1 and $1.50 each.
Cut-leaved Purple. Form dwarf and weeping. The
leaves are of a beautiful rose-color when young,
and change to a deep and constant purple as they
become older. They are also deeply and delicately
cut. $1.50 and $2 each.
Blood-leaved. Of dwarf habit, with rounded form,
and serrated, rich crimson foliage. $1.50 and $2 ea.
POPLAR, Van Ceert's Golden. This tree has fine,
golden yellow foliage, which retains its brilliancy
throughout the season. 25 cts., 50 cts., GO cts. and-
75 cts. each.
Lombardy. Of rapid growth, with distinct, tall,
narrow, tapering form. 50 cts. and 75 cts. each.
Carolina. This is, perhaps, the largest of all the
native Poplars; suitable for street and park plant-'
ing. 25 cts., 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.
PLANE, Oriental. A rapid grower; very desirable
for street planting. Somewhat resembles our well-
known Sycamore or Buttonwood. 25 cts., 50 cts.,
75 cts. and $1 each.
THORN, Paul's Double Scarlet. Flowers deep
crimson, with scarlet shade; very double. 50 cts.
and 75 cts. each.
Double White. Small, double, daisy-like flowers in
clusters. 50 cts. and 75 cts. each.
WILLOW, American Weeping. Something like
Kilmarnock, but with branches more varied. 50
cts. and 75 cts. each.
Kilmarnock Weeping. An exceedingly graceful
tree, with large, glossy leaves; one of the finest
trees of its class; very hardy. 25c. and 50c. each.
Laurel-leaved. A handsome tree, with lar<re, shining,
laurel-like leaves; bright green bark. 50c. and 75c. ea.
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EVERGREEN TREES AND SHRUBS
EVERGREEN TREES.
Colorado Blue Spruce.
ARBORVIT/E, American (Thuja occidantalis) .
This is the finest of all evergreens; valuable for
hedges; hardy, and easily transplanted; nursery
speciniens rarely fail. It soon forms a beautiful,
dense hedge. \XA to 2 ft., 20c. each, $2 per doz., $15
per 100; 2 to 3 ft., 25c. each, $2.50 per doz., $20 per
100; 3 to 3% ft., 30c. each, $3 per doz., $25 per 100.
ARBORVIT/E, Douglas' New Golden. The most
desirable Golden variety, especially for the north-
ern states. Hardy, and a free grower, with fine
golden yellow foliage. A bright contrast for darker
varieties. $1 and $1.25.
Pyramidalis. The most beautiful of all the Arbor-
vitaes, having dark green, compact foliage and
remarkably erect form; perfectly hardy. 2 to 3
feet, 50 cts. each, $4 per doz., $40 per 100.
Siberian. The best species native to that country;
exceedingly hardy, keeping its color well in winter;
growth compact and pyramidal. 2 to 3 feet, 40
cts. each, $3.50 per doz., $30 per 100.
Tom Thumb. A very small, compact little ever-
green, with very fine foliage. It makes a beautiful
ornament for a small yard or cemetery lot and is
fine for low hedges. 40 cts. and 50 cts.
CYPRESS, Lawson's. A rare evergreen from Cali-
fornia. One of the most graceful; elegant, droop-
ing branches; half hardy here. 40 cts. and 50 cts.
JUNIPER, Irish. \Y2 to 2 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per
doz., $20 per 100; 2 to 3 feet, 30 cts. each, $3 per
doz., $25 per 100; 3 to 4 feet, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per
doz., $30 per 100.
PINE, Scotch. 2 to 3 feet, 25 cts. each, $2 per doz.,
$18 per 100.
White. Well-known forest tree. 2 to 3 feet, 25 cts.
each, $2 per doz., $18 per 100.
RETINOSPORA plumosa. An exceedingly handsome,
small evergreen from Japan, with feathery, light
green foliage. 50 cts. and 75 cts.
Plumosa aurea. Like the preceding, a plant of
great beauty, with soft, plume-like foliage of a
golden color; compact habit. 75 cts. and $1.
SPRUCE, Hemlock. 2 to 3 feet. 25 ets. each, $2.50
per doz., $20 per 100; 3 to 'ixA feet, 30 cts. each, $3
per doz., $25 per 100.
Norway. 2 to 3 feet, 25 cts. each, $2 per doz., $18
per 100; 3 to 4 feet, 30 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.,
$20 per 100.
Colorado Blue. Beautiful and hardy: foliage a rich
blue; very handsome. $1; selected trees, $3.
EVERGREEN SHRUBS.
These are handsome the whole year through, supplying color at a dreary time when it is most needed. The
rich flowers of many sorts contrast beautifully with the somber foliage of others.
RHODODENDRONS. Their broad, thick, evergreen foliage, with its glossy richness, would alone entitle
Rhododendrons to a foremost place in the rank of evergreen shrubs, but when in June This mass of luxuriant
foliage is almost hidden by a magnificent
array of beautiful flower-clusters, each
one large enough for a bouquet, the
shrubs are simply grand.
A protection of leaves and brush during
the first winter will be beneficial. The
plants we offer are strong and bushy,
15 to 24 inches high. Most of them will
set with flower buds, and are too large to
be sent by mail.
Rhododendron maximum. (Native.) One
of the very finest of broad-leaved ever-
greens. The foliage is superior to the
finest imported varieties, while the white
flowers are very showy. Established
plants, 1 foot high, 25 cts. each, $2.25
per doz.
Seedling Hybrids, 75c. , $1 and $1.50 each.
Hybrids, Named Sorts, $1, $1.50, $2 and
$3 each.
NOTE .—Rates on Rhododendrons vary,
owing to size of plants, color and number of buds.
Our stock is grown by a specialist in England.
EUONYMOUS radicans variegata. A
small and valuable shrub, with myrtle-
like leaves, margined with white: makes
a neat and handsome border for a bed of
shrubs. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
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E. W. REID'S NURSERIES, BRIDGEPORT, OHIO
HARDY SHRUBS AND TREES
Calycanthus .
Double Althaea.
Hardy Shrubs and Trees,
Our shrubs are (all strong, well-rooted, transplanted stock
from open ground. Once carefully planted in suitable positions,
they increase in size and beauty from year to year, and require but little further care. The time of bloom of the
different sorts extends over nearly the whole season, though the greatest show is to be expected in spring and
early summer. We will be glad to select varieties for you which will give the longest possible season of bloom.
PRICES. — The first-named rate is for small plants by mail, postpaid. If large plants are wanted, add
five cents each to the prices named, to pay postage, except where otherwise noted. When goods are to go
by express or freight, we can send larger plants. Those quoted at 15 cts. each will be sold at $1.50 per
doz. ; at 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ; at 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Rates per 100 on application.
ALMOND.
Dwarf Double Rose-flowering. A beautiful shrub,
with double rosy blossoms. 25 cts. ; large plants, 35 cts.
Dwarf Double White-flowering. Similar to the
preceding, except in color of the flowers, which are
white. 25 cts.; larger plants, 35 cts.
ALTHAEA.
Double. Shrubs of very easy culture, which bear a
profusion of large showy flowers in autumn. They
are bright for a long time when there are few other
flowers. Desirable for single specimens or for
clumps, and fine for hedges. 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Variegated Double. Pink and white. 15 cts.;
large, 25 cts.
AZALEA.
Pontica. A fine hardy shrub, producing an
abundance of bright yellow flowers in early spring.
25 cts.; large, 30 cts.
Mollis. A beautiful species from Japan, per-
fectly hardy, with flowers larger and more varied in
color than those of the Azalea Pontica. 50 cts.;
large, 60 cts.
BERBERRY.
Trjunbergii. Dwarf , graceful habit ; foliage small,
changing to beautiful bright red early in fall. 20 cts.
Purple-leaved. Foliage and fruit violet-purple,
very striking. 15 cts.
CALYCANTHUS.
(Sweet-scented Shrub.)
Flowers of a rare chocolate color, and having a pecu-
liar, agreeable odor. 20 cts. ; large, 25c. ; extra", 35c.
CORNUS SANGUINEA.
(Red-twigged Dogwood.)
A strong-growing shrub, with clusters of fine
white flowers. The stems and branches turn blood -
red in winter. 20 cts.; large, 25 cts.
CALIFORNIA PRIVET.
Nearly evergreen ; a fine hedge plant ; grows any*
where ; very hardy, and bears shearing well ; flowers
white. 10 cts.; large, 15 cts.; per 100, $6; large, $8.
CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA.
(Sweet Pepper Bush.)
A pretty little shrub that blooms freely for several
weeks in summer ; very fragrant white flowers. 25c. ;
1 to 2 feet, $10 per 100.
Clerhra Alnifolia,
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HARDY SHRUBS AND TREES
DEUTZIA.
Crenata fl. pi. Flowers
double, white, tinged with
pink. 15, 25 and 35c.
Crenata flore albo
plena. A very valuable
variety of strong growth,
producing its pure white
double flowers in abun-
dance. 15, 25 and 35c.
Gracilis ( Slender-branch-
ed). A very desirable dwarf -
growing variety. Flowers
pure white. A valuable
plant for winter blooming, as it may be
very readily forced. 15, 25 and 35c.
EUONYMUS.
(Strawberry Tree.)
A very ornamental and showy shrub,
whose chief beauty consists in its bril-
liant rose-colored berries, which bang in
clusters from the branches until mid-
winter ; planted with a background of
evergreens, tbe effect of contrast is very
fine. 20, 30 and 40 cts.
A Spray of Deutzia Gracilis.
EXOCHORDA GRANDIFLORA.
A hardy-flowering shrub from northern China, endur-
ing from 20 to 30 degrees below zero without the slightest
injury. It grows vigorously, forming a neat, compact
bush 10 to 12 feet high ; can be trimmed into any de-
sired shape. Flowers borne in slender racemes of 8 to
10 florets each, on light, wiry branches, that bend
gracefully. 30 cts. ; large, 40 cts.
GOLDEN-LEAVED ELDER.
This is a shrub which attains large size, blossoming
in June, and is very ornamental, not only in flower but
also in fruit and foliage, enlivening the shrubbery.
This, as well as many other shrubs, should be kept in
good shape by annual pruning. 2*3 and 35 cts.
PURPLE FRINGE.
(Rhus cotinus.)
A beautiful, distinct, large
shrub, much admired for its
long, feathery flower-stalks,
which give the tree
the appearance of
being covered with
a cloud of smoke.
20 cts.; large, 25 cts.
WHITE
FRIN GE.
(Chionanthus.)
A tall - growing
shrub, with large,
deep green foliage,
and pure white,
drooping, fringe-like
flowers ; extremely
desirable. 20 cts. ;
large, 25 cts.
HONEY-
SUCKLE.
(Tartarian Upright.)
A handsome, showy shrub,
of spreading habit, with deep
green foliage, remaining until late;
flowers delicately perfumed, pink,
produced in May in great profusion.
Large, 25 cts.
Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora.
HYDRANGEAS.
Paniculata grandiflora. A variety of great value,
perfectly hardy, with large and abundant foliage, and
immense pyramidal panicles of white flowers, changing
to pink. They are a foot or more in length, appear in
August, and continue until frost. Most effective
planted in groups; a shrub of great beauty and value.
15 cts. ; large, 20 cts. ; extra, 25 cts.
Otaksa. A splendid variety from Japan. Flowers
large, bright pink, tinted with blue; produced very
freely; foliage large, deep green, very attractive.
25 cts. ; larger plants, 40 cts.
Thomas Hogg. Immense trusses of flowers, at first
slightly tinged with green, becoming pure white, and
remaining so a long time. An excellent, free-blooming
house plant. 25 cts. ; large, 40 cts.
Ramulis pictis. (Red Branched.) A grand variety.
producing flowers in immense sized
trusses. Color very deep rose or
light cherry. The new growth of
wood is a deep reddish pur-
ple color, making it distinct
from any other variety. 25c. ;
large, 35 cts.
HIGH BUSH
CRANBERRY
Both ornamental
and useful ; its red
berries resemble
cranberries, and are
esteemed by many;
they hang until de-
stroyed by frost.
The plant is like the
snowball in woo.d and
foliage. It is very
hardy and ornamen-
tal. The berries are
rich, tart and juicy
in flavor. 20 cts.,
6 for $1.
SHRUBS,
Planted in pretty clumps about lawns
and under large trees, give a place the
cosv. home-like air of being well-fur-
nished. The yard needs them as much
as the house needs curtains and carpets.
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HARDY SHRUBS AND TREES
Some Sprays of Fragrant Lilacs.
LILAC.
Purple. The well-known variety ; one of the best.
A good grower ; flowers and yonng wood fragrant ;
purple. Small, 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
White. Like the above, except in color. 15 cts.;
large, 25 cts.
Josikea. A fine, distinct species, of tree-like growth,
with dark, .shining leaves and purple flowers in June,
after all other Lilacs have done flowering. Esteemed
for its fine habit and foliage. 30 cts.
Persian. A medium-sized shrub, with small leaves
and bright purple flowers. 30 cts. and 40 cts.
PRUNUS PISSARDII.
This elegant small tree or shrub comes to us from
Persia. It is perfectly hardy, and the leaves are rich
purple, with the ends of the growing shoots a brilliant
red, retaining their bright purple through the entire
season ; more perfect .in color than any other shrub.
20 cts. and 30 cts.
QUINCE, JAPANESE.
(Cydonia Japonica.)
Blooms very early and profusely, and is very hardy ;
makes a beautiful hedge. 15 cts. ; large,
25 cts-
[SPIREA. •
Prunifolia (Bridal Wreath). A
strong-growing, handsome shrub, with
pure white double flowers in May and
June. 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Reevesii. A graceful shrub, with
drooping branches and narrow lance-
shaped leaves ; flowers white, very
double, borne in large, round clusters in
great profusion over the entire bush.
15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Van Houttei. An upright-growing
shrub, with graceful, slender branches
and bright green foliage. Flowers pure
white, borne in cylindrical plumes
nearly two feet long ; hardy and de-
sirable. 15 cts.; large, 25 cts.
SYRINGA.
(Philadelphus grandiflorus.)
The Syringa is a valuable hardy shrub
of vigorous habit, with large, handsome
foliage. All of the varieties flower in
June, after the weigela. The white,
sweet-scented flowers have a fragrance
like orange blossoms. 15 cts. ; large,
25 cts.
SNOWBALL.
Common (Viburnum sterilis). This well-known
shrub attains the height of 8 or 10 feet, and produces
its snowy white flowers, in large balls or masses in
June. 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Japan. A beautiful flowering shrub ; the flower-
clusters, which are produced all over the bush, are
spherical in form and pure white ; foliage dark green.
30 cts. ; large, 40 cts.
WEIGELA.
Beautiful shrubs, that bloom in June and July.
Rosea nana variegata. One of the most con-
spicuous shrubs that we cultivate ; leaves beautifully
margined with creamy white ; flowers pink. It is a
dwarf grower, and admirably adapted to small lawns or
gardens. 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Candida. This is the very best of all the white-
flowered Weigelas. A strong, upright, erect grower ;
flowers pure white, and produced in great profusion in
June. 15 cts. ; large, 25 cts.
Lemoinei. A variety with deep crimson flowers ;
very free-flowering. 15 cts.; large, 25 cts.
Spirea Van Houttei.
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SOME CHARMING HARDY VINES
HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS,
NOTE. — The prices quoted are for vines by mail, postpaid.
AMPELOPSIS.
Veitchii (Boston Ivy). A beautiful hardy-climbing
plant of Japanese origin. This is one of the finest
climbers we know of for covering walls, as it clings
firmly to the smoothest surface, covering it with over-
lapping leaves, which form a mass of foliage: fresh
deep green in summer, changing to bright shades of
crimson and vellow in autumn; hardv. Strong plants,
20 cts.
Quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper). Hardy; of rapid
growth; fine for covering walls or unsightly objects.
15 cts. ; large, 20 cts.
Clematises on Porch, showing their luxuriant growth and magnificent bloom.
CLEMATIS.
Duchess of Edinburgh. This is without doubt the
best of the double whites ; very free-flowering. 50 cts. ;
large, 60 cts.
Coccinea. A very handsome hardy climber, bearing
thick, bell-shaped flowers of a bright coral red color;
blooms with wonderful profusion from June until frost.
Strong plants, 25 cts.
Henryi. Creamy white, large and fine; very hardy
and strong-growing. 60 cts. ; large, 75 cts.
Jackmanni. The flowers when fully expanded are
from 4 to 6 inches in diameter; intense violet-purple,
with a rich velvety appearance; distinctly veined. It
flowers continually from July until frost. The strong-
est grower and best bloomer in the collection. 50 cts.;
extra fine 3-year plants, 60 cts.
Lady Caroline Neville. Fine flowers from 6 to 7
inches in diameter; color delicate blush-white, with a
broad purplish lilac band in the center of each sepal.
50 cts. ; large, 60 cts.
Paniculata. An excellent vine of rapid growth,
quickly covering arbors or trellises with handsome,
glossy green foliage. The small white flowers, borne
in long clusters, cover the plant in a sheet of bloom
and are delightfully fragrant. Strong plants, 25 cts.
CINNAMON VINE.
A fine hardy climber, and well known in some parts
of the country as Chinese Yam. The tubers grow very
large, and are edible, like a sweet potato. The vine is
a beautiful, rapid grower, producing sweet-scented
flowers. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.
ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO.
Dutchman's Pipe. A vigorous and rapid-growing
climber, bearing singular brownish colored flowers, re-
sembling in shape a Dutchman's pipe. The leaves are
large, and as the plant grows quickly, it soon makes a
dense shade. Is per-
fectly hardy. 30 cts.;
extra size (by ex-
press only), 75 cts.
BIGNONIA
RADICANS.
(Trumpet Flower.)
A rapid - growing
climber, with large
scarlet, trumpet-
shaped flowers. 20c. ;
large, 25 cts.
HONEY-
SUCKLE.
Hall's Japanese.
An almost evergreen
Honeysuckle of great
value, being entirely
hardy, and of strong
and vigorous growth.
Flowers fragrant,
pure white, changing
to yellow; produced
in profusion from
May till December.
25 cts. ; large, 35 cts.
Aurea reticulata.
A variety with beau-
tifully variegated fo-
liage; leaves netted
and veined with clear
yellow; flowers yel-
iow and fragrant.
15 cts. ; large, 20 cts.
Chinese Twining.
Blooms at intervals
through the summer, and retains its foliage late in
winter; flowers nearly white. 15 cts.; large, 20 cts.
Monthly Fragrant. A fine, rapid-growing variety;
flowers large and very fragrant; color red and yellow;
a constant bloomer. 15 cts. ; large, 20 cts.
Scarlet Trumpet. A strong, rapid grower, with an
abundance of bright scarlet flowers, which, though
strikingly handsome, are not fragrant. Strong plants,
25 cts. ; large, 30 cts.
IRISH IVY.
This is a well-known, glossy-leaved evergreen climber
of luxuriant growth. Needs a protected situation at
the far north. 20 cts. ; large, 35 cts.
WISTARIA.
Chinese (Sinensis). A most beautiful climber of
rapid growth, producing long, pendulous clusters of
pale blue flowers. It is very hardy, and a superb vine.
25 cts. and 35 cts.
Double Purple (Flore Pleno). A rare and charming
variety, with perfectly double flowers. Perfectly hardy.
50 cts. and 60 cts.
Chinese White. Introduced by Mr. Fortune, from
China, and regarded as one of his greatest acquisi-
tions. 50 cts. and 60 cts.
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PERENNIALS FOR THE BORDER
HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS.
Hardy plants for permanent borders or gardens should be planted in much larger numbers than they now
are. When once established they increase in beauty from year to year, and require much less care than tender
bedding plants.
ANEMONE Japonica. Japanese Anemones begin to bloom
in August, and increase in beauty until the end of autumn.
They thrive best in light, rich, somewhat moist soil, and
should not be transplanted except when necessary to divide
them as they become too thick. A covering of leaves, straw
or long manure is sufficient to keep them through our
most severe winters.
Alba. Pure white, with yellow center; very showy. 15cts.;
large, 25 cts.
Rubra. Deep rose, with yellow center. 15 cts. ; large, 25c.
ARUNDO Donax (Hardy Bamboo). An interesting plant,
giving a tropical appearance to a group. 50 cts.
Donax variegata. A splendid variegated plant, with long,
narrow leaves, beautifully marked with parallel stripes of
green and white. 50 cts.
ASTILBE Japonica [Spiraea Japonica). The flowers are
white, borne on feather-like spikes. Much used for winter
forcing by florists. 20 cts.; large, 30 cts.
COREOPSIS lanceolata. An elegant plant, with large
golden yellow flowers, produced for nearly the entire sum-
mer. 20 cts.
Lanceolata grandiflora (Harvest Moon). A new variety,
with distinct foliage and flowers. 20 cts.
DICENTRA spectabilis (Bleeding Heart). 4 feet. May.
A well-known, desirable form of tall growth, with rosy
crimson and white flowers. 20 cts.
GRASSES. Beautiful for bed-
Astilbe Japonica.
ORNAMENTAL
ding; hardy.
EULALIA gracillima univittata. One of the most beautiful
of ornamental grasses. It is vigorous; perfectlyhardy ; a
light green, with silvery white tint; attractive for planting
anywhere. 15 cts., 20 cts. and 25 cts.
Japonica. A hardy perennial, with long, narrow leaves
striped with green and white; stalks 4 to 6 feet high, ter-
minating in a cluster of flower spikes. The flowers are surrounded with long, silky threads, which expand
when fully ripe. 15 cts. and 25 cts.
Japonica zebrina. Unlike most plants with variegated
foliage, the striping runs across the leaves instead of lon-
gitudinally. Late in fall it is covered with flower-spikes,
resembling ostrich plumes. Perfectly hardy. 20 cts. and
30 cts.
Ravennae. A grass of fine foliage and handsome plumes,
much resembling the Pampas
Grass, and grows to a height of
8 to 10 feet. Very hardy; very
ornamental on the lawn. Price,
mail or express, 10 cts. each, 4
for 30 cts. ; large clumps, 25
cts. each.
HEMEROCALLIS flava. 2XA
feet. June. Clear yellow flow-
ers in clusters. 25 cts.
Fulva var. variegata. A hand-
some silv.er-variegated form.
50 cts.
Thunbergii. 2% feet. August.
A handsome species, with clear
lemon-yellow flowers. 25 cts.
HOLLYHOCK, Double. This is
one of the best perennials, be-
ing a free-bloomer, and too
far ahead of the old Holly-
hock to be compared with it.
The petals have the silken tex-
ture of poppies, and the flow-
ers as handsome arid regular in
their formation as great widely
opened Hybrid Perpetual
Roses. Assorted in colors, if
desired. 15 cts. and 20 cts.
Eulalia Japonica zebrina.
double Hollyhock.
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PERENNIALS FOR THE BORDER
HIBISCUS, Crimson Eye. The flowers are immense in size, frequently measuring 20 inches in circumference.
The color is pure white, with a long spot of deep, velvety crimson in the center of each flower. A well
developed plant will produce several hundred of these
flowers in a season. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.
HYACINTHUS candicans. A magnificent yucca-like plant,
producing flower stems 2 to 4 feet high, with from 20 to 30
pure white, bell-shaped flowers. Protect during winter.
15 cts. ; large, 20 cts.
LILY, Blackberry [Pardanthus Sinensis). This is a very
satisfactory hardy plant; very showy, both in flower and
fruit, the latter remaining on the plant until the advent of
cold weather. Strong tubers, 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.
IRIS. As there are a number of varieties of this plant, so
popular at present, we offer them in assortment: Japan,
German, Siberian and Dwarf Iris. 15c. and 20c. each.
These can be given in any color desired.
LOBELIA cardinalis. This beautiful hardy Lobelia has
never been praised enough. We have no other hardy plant
that equals it in brilliancy of color. 20c. each, $2 per doz.
P/EONIES, Herbaceous. Herbaceous Paeonies are all
hardy, and are well adapted to tiie climate of the most
northern states, growing well in almost any situation or
soil, althoxigh the flowers will be finer and the colors
brighter if planted in a deep, rich, well-manured loam.
We offer a splendid assortment in nine distinct varieties.
August Van Ceert. Deep crimson, slightly tipped with
blush. One of the finest Paeonies.
German Iris.
Delicatissima. Double;
grant and fine flower.
Duchesse de Nemours.
with white
and shaded
with lilac.
Francois Arto-
gat. Bright
purple.
Officinalis amabilis. White, with carmine center.
Queen Victoria. Very large; outside petals rose, inside flesh
color, nearly white; superb and sweet.
Rosea fragrans. Deep rose; flowers double, large and fragrant.
Striata speciosa. Pale rose flowers, with whitish center ; very
large and sweet.
Victoria tricolor. Outside petals pale rose, mottled with pink;
center canary white ; red edged petals ; a superb flower.
Price, 25 cents each.
TREE P/EONIES. These plants, instead of dying down to the
ground every winter, like the herbaceous variety, are small,
hard-wooded shrubs. Flower is same in form as that of the com-
mon variety; light pink or blush color. 75 cts. and $1.
color bright, delicate rose ; a f ra-
Rose color; center blush, tipped
Herbaceous Paeony.
Perennial Phlox.
PHLOX, Perennial. No hardy plants
are more desirable than Perennial
Phlox. Thrive in any position,
and can be used to advantage in
the border, in groups on the lawn,
or in front of belts of shrubbery.
Named varieties, 15 cts. each,
if 1 .50 per doz.
"YUCCA fllamentosa. P%erfectly
• hardy and easily grown; very odd
and beautiful. The stem on which
the flowers are borne is sent up
in July, and forms a pyramid of
creamy white, bell-shaped flowers,
having quite a statuesque effect.
50 cts. each, by express only.
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CANNAS AND CALADIUMS
NEW CANNAS.
Alsace. In this variety we have the
nearest approach to a pure white Canna.
A wonderfully free bloomer, and a fine,
erect grower, making nice, shapely
plants about 4 feet high. The flowers
at first opening are a light sulphur-yel-
low, changing to creamy white. A
grand variety for contrasting with
darker colored sorts. 20 cts. each.
Alphor.se Bouvier. This is the finest
Canna for outdoor bedding ever intro-
duced. Blooms early, and is one continuous mass of
crimson the entire season. Awarded the bronze medal
at the World's Pair. 15 cts. each.
AUSTRIA. Remarkable for its sturdy, rank growth,
forming massive clumps 6 to 7 feet high, covered
from the ground up with large, deep green, musa-
like foliage. Plants set out early in the season will
before midsummer form clumps with 20 to 30 strong
stems, each stem surmounted by tall spikes of golden
yellow flowers standing upright like immense lilies.
It blooms continuously from early summer until checked
by frost in fall. 20 cts. each.
Duchess of Marlborough. A pure clear pink, an
entirely new color in Cannas, of the exact shade shown
as pure pink in the Mathews Color Chart. Fine, large
flowers 4 inches and over across. Plants grow 4 to
5 feet high, with fine, large foliage ; entirely distinct
from any other variety, and adds a new color to this
useful class of bedding plants. 35 els. each.
Florence Vaughan. We consider this the finest
yellow spotted Canna ever seen. Flowers large ;
robust grower, and flowers very freely. One of the
best. 15 cts. each.
ITALIA. Bright orange-scarlet, with a very broad,
golden yellow border ; a beautiful, large flower, with
nicely ruffled petals. It is a remarkably strong grower,
with large, heavy foliage, and the flowers, which are on
massive stems well above the foliage, are produced in
profusion from early to late in the season. 20 cts. each.
Assorted French. These are distinct from the old
varieties, are constant bloomers, and produce flowers
all through the season. The large spikes of flowers
somewhat resemble the gladioli, but are much more
brilliant in color, ranging from the deepest crimson,
orange, scarlet and salmon to bright yellow. 15 cts.
each, $1.50 per doz.
These are very desirable for lawn planting, and serve
to remove stiffness in landscape effects.
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM.
One of the most striking foliage plants, either for
pot or lawn planting. It will grow in any good garden
soil, and is of easy culture. Full sized plants are 4 or
5 feet high, with immense leaves. The roots should be
preserved in dry sand in the cellar during winter.
For planting along the border of ponds or near to
fountains, this is a grand plant; it is also useful for
massing in beds anywhere. Its distinct, enormous,
apron-like leaves sometimes attain a length of 3 feet
and a width of 20 inches. Give the bulbs a rich, clayey
soil and plenty of water and they will give you striking
tropical effects; nothing more decorative can be had
for large lawns. Fine pot-plants can also easily be
grown. Fine bulbs, 15 cts. each, $1<50 per doz.
Caladium esculentum.
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GREENHOUSE DEPARTMENT
SELECT LIST OF WELL-KNOWN AND DSEFOL PLANTS.
Selections from this list by MAIL ONLY, POSTPAID.
ABUTILONS.
The Abutilon or Flowering Maple is a plant of
as easy culture as the geranium, and quite as
satisfactory. It is beautiful, both in leaf and
flower, and is very profuse in bloom. We offer
6 distinct sorts at 8 cts. each, 6 for 40 cts.
COLEUS.
Sold by the tens of thousands each year for
carpet bedding and foliage beds. Velvet-like
leaves of wonderful richness, and the most sur-
prising markings. Fine for cutting, to mix with
flowers, etc., in baskets and vases. Good pot
plants for sunny, warm rooms. 6 cts. each,
10 distinct sorts for 50 cts.
CALLA LILIES.
Their ease of culture, freedom of bloom, beauty
of flower and foliage, have made these Lilies
almost indispensable plants. They bloom at almost any
season of the year. Where plants of striking tropical
effect are wanted, the Calla has few equals. We offer
the White, Black and Spotted at 10 cts. each.
FUCHSIAS.
The Fuchsias are elegant flowers, delicate in coloring
and exquisitely graceful in form. There are many par-
tially shaded sides of the garden where they succeed
admirably, more especially if the soil is made rich and
they have occasionally a good soaking of water. Before
the first frost, remove the plants to the house. We have
six single and six double sorts. 10 cts. each, 6 for 50 cts.
HIBISCUS.
The plants, under the hottest sun, produce enormous
flowers in great numbers, and make noble specimens.
They can be grown in tubs and kept for years. The
blooms average 5 or 6 inches in diameter, and are
gorgeously colored. The plants can be wintered over
in a warm, dry cellar. 8c. each, 8 distinct sorts for 50c.
JASMINES.
The Jasmine is a favorite greenhouse or house plant
everywhere north, while in the south it is perfectly
hardy. It is the idol of the poets, and one of the
sweetest of flowers. 10 cts. each, 6 sorts for 50 cts.
Salvia.
Heliotrope.
HELIOTROPES.
(The Emblem of Devotion.)
The Heliotrope is universally esteemed and admired
for the delicious perfume of its flowers, and as the plant
only requires the treatment ordinarily given to the ver-
bena, it may be enjoyed by all. 8 cts. each, 4 distinct
sorts for 25 cts.
LANTANAS.
(Shrubby Verbenas.)
The brilliant colors, robust growth, and profuse
blooming habits of the Lantana render it one of the
finest bedding plants that grow. We offer them in
4 varieties at 8 cts. each, set of 4 for 25 cts.
PANSIES.
This lovely flower, a favorite with everybody, is too
well known to need any description. The plants we
offer are from seed of selected flowers of the Giant
Trimardeau, Bugnot and Gassier strains in the follow-
ing named colors: Briiliant Fine Red, Margined,
Striped, Golden, Purple, Black, White, Violet, and
Gold. 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz., 3 doz. for $1.
SALVIA.
(Flowering Sage.)
The Salvia is of easy culture, attaining a height of 2
to 3 feet. The flowers are very attractive; are fine for
bedding, the scarlet variety especially. 8 cts. each,
6 distinct sorts for 40 cts.
VIOLETS.
Of all the delightful perfumes, that of the Sweet
Violet is the most delicate and pleasing. If grown in
the house for winter flowers, they should be kept at a
low temperature, as they will not bloom freely where it
is too warm. If left in the open ground during winter,
protect with a covering of leaves. We have Double
Blue and White. 10 cts. each.
MAMMOTH VERBENAS.
All the different shades of scarlet, purple, crimson,
pink. blue, white, etc. 6 cts. each, 5 for 25 cts.
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Selections from this list by MAIL ONLY, POSTPAID
12 OF THE BEST EVERBLOOMING
CARNATIONS.
Price, 10 cts. each, or the set of 12 for $1.
Pure white, deeply fringed; free blooming
Blanche.
stems.
Bride of Erlescourt. Pearly white;
Corsair. Scaidet; the largest grown ;
Dr. Smart. Peculiar pinkish
E. A. Wood. Light pink,
flower, good form.
Goldfinch. Yellow, edged
pink; strong stems.
Hinze's White. Very large
white flowers, tinged with pink.
New Jersey. Fine crimson-
scarlet; double and of delicious
fragrance.
Portia. Brilliant scarlet;
remarkably sweet-scented.
Rose Queen. Soft, pure
rose flowers, large and well
formed.
Sweetbrier. Beautiful pink;
strong, healthy grower.
Silver Spray. One of th<
finest pure
bloomer.
large; delicately fringed,
free bloomer,
cream color, striped with crimson,
striped with darker shade; large
whites ; profuse
A SET OF THE BEST DOUBLE GERANIUMS.
Price, 8 cts. each, or the set of 12 for 75 cts.
Adrienne Corrett. Immense trusses
of bright reddish orange.
Emerson. Enormous trusses of nan-
keen-salmon.
John A. Doyle. The best double scar-
let; the giant among Geraniums.
Jas. Y. Murkland. Bright peach-
rose, broadly margined with white.
Le Pilote^ One of the most beautiful.
Very brilliant crimson-scarlet florets.
Louis Fihol. Bright orange-scarlet,
shaded salmon; flowers very perfect.
Montesquieu. Soft lavender-pink of
even shade; form of a rose, quite circular.
A grand variety.
Rosebud. Bright scarlet; florets like
rosebuds; fine for buttonhole bouquets.
S. A. Nutt. A very bright, dark, deep,
rich, velvety maroon; an excellent bed-
der, and a perfect pot plant.
Theocrite. Tender rose, delicately
tinted lilac.
Triumphant. Monstrous trusses on
long foot-stalks. Color a rich salmon.
White Swan. The florets are pure
white and large ; an excellent bedder.
SINGLE GERANIUMS. We have 20 distinct sorts at 8 cts. each, or for 75 cts.
we will send 12 of our selection, postpaid.
8 cts. each, 4 for 25 cts.
IVY-LEAVED GERANIUMS.
12 OF THE LARGEST AND BEST CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Price, 8 cts. each, the
C. B. Whitnall. Outer petals recurving,
forming a perfect globe. Color a soft, vel-
vety maroon.
Fisher's Torch. Flame-like flowers ; rich
crimson.
Jno. Shrimpton. The finest red Chrys-
anthemum extant.
L. Canning. Absolutely pure white flow-
ers ; quite regular in form, very large and flat.
Lilian B. Bird. Exquisite shrimp pink;
large.
Minerva. Bold, massive flower; yellow.
Major Bonaffon. Soft clear yellow; in-
curved; full in the center and deep.
set of 12 for 75 cts.
Miss Florence Pullman. Pure white,
very large, of deep build and good
breadth; terminal buds ; extra fine white.
Mrs. Higginbotham. Enormous;
bright pink, with wide petals which are
covered with glandular hairs.
Mrs. Henry Robinson. Immense in-
curving, broad channeled petals of great
substance; purest white.
Mrs. Perrin. Of globular form, in-
curved, full, and with a finish as soft as
satin. Color rose-pink.
Yellow Good Gracious. Massive flower
of rich golden yellow.
BEST TWELVE FLOWERING BEGONIAS.
Price, 10 cts. each, the set of 12 for $1.
Argentea Guttata. White flowers,
silvery leaves.
Alba picta. White flowers, white
spotted foliage.
Alba perfecta grandiflora, or
White Rubra. The foliage resembles
Rubra's in shape, but is lighter green,
while the flower panicles are much
handsomer. It is a pure white Flower-
ing Begonia of much merit. Try it.
Bertha Chateau rocher. Currant-
red flowers.
Compta. White; long leaves.
Hybrida multiflora. Very free-bloom-
ing; beautiful pink flowers.
McBethi. Pure white; ferh-like foliage.
Metal lica velutina. Dark, rough foli-
age of lustrous bi'onze green on upper
surface. Flowers rosy white.
M. de Lesseps. Pink flowers, spotted
leaves.
Robusta. Leaf olive-green above,
Indian red below; very odd rose-colored
flowers.
Rubra. Loaded with coral flowers.
Thurstoni. Rosy white; large clusters.
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THE FOUR RAMBLER ROSES
Culture. — In selecting a spot for a Rose-
bed, do not choose one that is shaded by trees
or buildings, as the Rose delights in an open,
airy situation and plenty of sunshine. Roses
are partial to clay loam, but do "well in any ordinary soil if well
enriched -with well rotted barnyard manure. Dig the bed up thor-
oughly to the depth of 12 to 15 inches, as Rose roots penetrate deep
when they have a chance^
Yellow Rambler.
Four Grand New Climbing Roses
CRIMSON RAMBLER.
This Rose is unquestionably an acquisition, a novelty of high order,
and most distinct in its characteristics. It is a running or climbing
Rose of vigorous habit, strong and rapid growth, -with handsome, shining
foliage, and produces in marvelous abundance clusters of the brightest
crimson semi-double Roses. Its clustered form, its brilliancy, the
abundance of its bloom, and the great length of time the flowers remain
on the plant without falling or losing their brilliancy, are qualities which
will make this new claimant for admiration an assured favorite. For
verandas, walls, pillars and fences, it is a most suitable plant. If grown
in beds and pegged down, it produces marvelous heads of bloom, or it
can be grown in bush form and thus become a most striking object.
We planted this Rose outdoors last fall, along with Hybrid Perpetuals
and other hardy Roses, and the plants have come through the unusually
severe winter even better than many of the hardy varieties, remaining
fresh and green to the very tips. But it is not only for outdoor use that
it is valuable; it can also be employed most satisfactorily for decorating
indoors when grown in pots. 15 cts. each; 2-year-old plants, 25 cts.
THE YELLOW RAMBLER. (Aglaia.)
The advent of the Yellow Rambler marks a very important epoch
in the Rose world. It was originated by the prominent German Rose-
grower, Mr. Peter Lambert, who has carefully tested it for some eight
years, and first offered it to the public only this last season. Its produc-
tion is a very great triumph in the art of hybridizing. Rosarians have
for many years been crossing or hybridizing various Roses with a view to
obtaining a hardy yellow climbing Rose, but the combination of climb-
ing habit and yellow coloring with hardiness was one that it seemed
impossible to obtain, and was almost despaired of. It was a result so
greatly desired, however, that repeated efforts were made to secure it,
and the Yellow Rambler represents the most complete success ever ob-
tained by an)' one. The flowers are borne in immense clusters,att< rt In-
same manner as the Crimson Rambler, often as many as 150 blossoms in
a bunch, and the trusses have the same handsome pyramidal shape as
those of the Crimson Rambler. 15c. each; 2-year-old plants, 35c. each.
WHITE RAMBLER. (Thalia.)
Pure white, of very strong and vigorous habit of growth. Free
bloomer and handsome. Identical with the Pink and Yellow Ramblers,
except in color. 15 cts. each; large 2-year-old plants, 35 cts.
PINK RAMBLER. ( Euphrosyne. )
Color a bright, clear, light red, with numerous golden authors. A
very profuse bloomer and vigorous grower. Identical with the Yellow
Rambler except in color. 15 cts. ; large 2-year-old plants, 35 cts.
Special Offer.— We will send one each of the four Rambler Roses by mail post-
paid, for 50 cts. Same in 2-year-old plants for $1 by express.
Crimson Rambler.
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SIX ESPECIALLY BEAUTIFUL ROSES
American Beauty Roses.
SIX ROSES OF SPECIAL MERIT.
Dozen rates are ten times the price at single rates.
EMPRESS AUGUSTA VICTORIA. This beautiful Rose has not only a royal name, but is a royal Rose as
well. We have white Roses that have elegant buds, but when full blown are not all that is desired. Then, again,
we have white Roses that are elegant when full blown, but have poor buds. This Rose combines both these good
qualities. It is a continuous bloomer, producing successive crops of buds and flowers in the greatest profusion;
the buds are very beautifully formed, with large petals of best substance. They show no center when fully open;
color pure, snowy white; and when you add a rich perfume coupled with a vigorous growth, what more could you
ask? This Rose is an easy winner over all competitors in its color, and
we predict that more of it will be planted than of all other white Roses
combined. 15 cts. each; large 2-year-old plants, 30 cts. each.
MARGARET DICKSON. Unquestionably the greatest acquisi-
tion made iu Roses for the last 10 years. Some idea of its beauty and
worth can be formed from the fact that wherever it has been exhibited
in Great Britain it has carried off the first honors. No other Rose has
ever received so many certificates of merit in a single year, and we have
no hesitation in saying it is the best white Hybrid Perpetual for planting
in the garden. White, with pale flesh center; petals very large, shell-
shaped, of immense substance. The flowers are of magnificent form,
produced singly on long, stiff stems, are very double, and have the true
magnolia fragrance. The habit of growth is vigorous, with large and
luxuriant foliage. Large plants, 50 cts. each.
AMERICAN BEAUTY. The leading Rose in the cut-flower mar-
ket: color deep rose, in foliage and size of flower it resembles the
Hybrid Perpetual class. It is as fragrant as any of the hardy Roses,
and this, together with its vigor, large size, beautiful color, long stems
and continuous bloom, places it at the head of winter-blooming Roses.
The half-blown buds are magnificent. 25 cts.
EMPRESS OF CHINA. Blooms continuously for over 7 months
of the year. When it first opens the flowers are a beautiful red, but
soon turn to a lovely light pink, and it blooms so profusely as to almost
hide the plant. It is perfectly hardy, and is a vigorous grower. Large
plants, 35 cts. each.
LA FRANCE. Delicate silvery rose, shaded with cerise-pink,
often silvery pink with a peach shading. Very large, double, and of
superb form. It flowers continuously throughout the season; in fra-
grance, incomparable; in form, perfect. 1 year, 25 cts. ; 2 years, 40 cts.
MRS. JOHN H. LAI NC. This Rose begins to bloom early in the
season, and continues to bloom profusely until late autumn. Color soft
delicate pink, with a satin sheen; very fragrant. 1 year, 25c. ; 2 year, 40c.
Empress of China.
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SELECTED TREES, PLANTS, ETC.
A Bunch, of Baroness Rothschild Roses.
GENERAL LIST OF ROSES.
Hybrid Perpetuals.
Price for 1-year plants, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per d
No. 2, $2 per doz. Six varieties in one dozen at
very fine; in quantities, $15 to $20 per 100; 50 at 100
A. K. Williams. One of the finest Roses on the list;
a profuse bloomer; flowers large, and very attractive.
Alfred Colomb. Carnime-criinson; very large, full
and sweet.
Anna de Diesbach. Bright rose color; very large
and showy; particularly fine in bud; flower slightly
cupped. A vigorous grower; one of the best.
Baroness Rothschild. Light pink; cupped form:
very distinct and beautiful; one of the finest varieties;
very hardy ; a late bloomer.
Ulrich Brunner.
See illustration.
Coquette des
Blanches. A finely
formed pure white Rose,
with beautiful shell-
shaped petals, evenly
arranged. The flowers
are of good size, perfect,
and of flue form and
finish; sometimes they
are tinted with flesh-
color in the bud. One of
the finest, freest and
most beautiful of the
white Hybrids.
Duke of Edinburgh.
Laryre, deep, velvety crim-
son flowers ; much darker
than General Jacquemi-
not; a free bloomer.
Fisher Holmes. Deep
crimson; large, very
full ; one of the very best
in form. A superior
Rose.
General Jacquemi-
not. This might be
called the Rose for the
million, for it is still a
universal favorite.
Bright crimson-scarlet,
exceedingly rich and
oz. ; 2-year plants, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; 2-year,
dozen rates. Hybrids are all on 2-year roots, and
rates.
velvety. Grown more extensively than any other Rose,
especially for winter.
General Washington. An old-time favorite of
twenty years' standing. It is beautiful in form, and
the color is soft scarlet, sometimes glowing crimson.
John Hopper. Bright red, with carmine center;
large and full: a good bloomer.
Lady Mary Fitzwilliam. A fine English Rose;
large and of splendid form; delicate flesh-pink.
Mad. Gabriel Luizet. Pink; very large and fra-
grant; as an exhibition Rose it stands at the head of
the list. It has led all other Roses in England for five
years, and when better known will be a leading variety
in this country.
Merveille de Lyon. Pure white: flowers very large,
double and of a beautiful cup shape; a seedling of
Baroness Rothschild, and much like it, but larger.
Mabel Morrison. White, sometimes tinged with
blush; a free bloomer.
Marshall P. Wilder. Bright cherry-carmine: fra-
grant; very frea bloomer.
Magna Charta. A splendid sort; bright clear
pink, flushed with violet-crimson; very sweet; flower
extra large; fine form; very double and full; free
bloomer.
Mad. Charles Wood. Flowers large ; dazzling
crimson; a constant bloomer.
Paul Neyron. Flowers of immense size, often 5
inches in diameter. Color deep, clear rose, very fresh
and pretty. One of the most prolific bloomers in the
Hybrid class.
Queen of Queens. Pink flower, with blush edge;
large, full and of perfect form,
U I rich Brunner. Flowers large and full, with ex-
ceedingly large shell-shaped petals. Color cherry-red.
A splendid variety.
Vick's Caprice. The flowers are large, ground-color
soft satiny pink, distinctly striped and dashed with
white and carmine.
White Baroness. A sport from Baroness Roth-
schild. Pure white flower of the same shape.
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20 EVERBLOOMINC TEA ROSES
THE VERY BEST EVERB LOOMING TEA ROSES.
gSTAS THIS IS A SEPARATE DEPARTMENT, ALL ORDERS
FROM THIS LIST WILL BE SENT BY MAIL ONLY.
Price, 10 cts. each, or any 12 for $1, by mail, postpaid. Large, 2-year-old plants, 25 cts. each, any 5 for $1
THE BRIDE. A superb, pure white Tea Rose
The buds and flowers are unusually large, finely
formed, very double, full, and deliciously perfumed.
Does well in open ground, and is particularly valu-
able for growing in house for cut-flowers.
BRIDESMAID. Of this Rose more plants are
cultivated by the amateur, and more cut bloom is
sold by the flower dealer, than of any pink Rose.
The bud is of exquisite shape and contour, solid and
firm, with stems so long and stiff that no other Rose
compares with it in keeping qualities after cutting.
BARONNE BERGE. The plant begins bloom-
ing when quite young, and continues throughout
the season. The color is exceptionally fine and
unique — vivid rose, with bright yellow in the center.
CHARLES ROVOLLI. Large, globular flowers ;
full and sweet; color a lovely shade of brilliant car-
mine, changing to silver rose; center and base of
petals clear golden yellow.
COQUETTE DE LYON. This charming yellow
Tea Rose has elegant buds, and is so free in flower
as to be called the Yellow Hermosa. The best
blooming pure yellow Rose in our Catalogue.
• ETOILE DE LYON. A strong, healthy and
vigorous grower, and an immense bloomer, bearing
flowers and buds early and late. The flowers are
very deep, rich and full, pure golden yellow, of
excellent substance; very sweet; remarkably hardy.
FRANCISKA KRUCER. The striking color of
this handsome Rose gives it high rank as a bud-
producer in the open air. In its shading of deep,
coppery yellow it stands unique. The flower, when
open, is of good size, and very symmetrical.
HENRY M. STANLEY. A rare and remarkably
beautiful shade of clear, amber-rose, delicately
tinged toward the center with fine apricot-yellow.
The petals ai-e beautifully edged and bordered with
rich carmine, and on the reverse pass to lovely
salmon or buff rose. The flowers are large, of fine,
full form, excellent substance and deliciously fra-
grant.
MADAME ELIE LAMBERT. The flowers are
extra large, of fine, globular form, very full and
well built. The color is rich, creamy white, faintly
tinted with pale golden yellow, and exquisitely bor-
dered and shaded with soft, rosy flesh; exceedingly
beautiful, and very sweet.
MAM AN COCHET. This is one of the most beau-
tiful Tea Roses that has been introduced in years. It
has extra large flowers, on long, stout stems; very
double; simply exquisite in bud or half blown. The
color is a deep rosy pink.
MARIE CUILLOT. One of the best white Roses of
its class. Flowers of an unusual style; entirely double
to the center, and very sweet scented.
MME. SCH WALLER. It has the fragrance of the
old June Roses. The color is a bright, rosy flesh, paler
at the base of the petals and deepening on the edges.
Apt to come in clusters, which are excellent for cutting.
MME. DE WATTE VI LLE. Flowers a remarkable
shade* of creamy yellow, richly colored with rosy blush.
The petals are large, and each one widely bordered
with bright crimson. The flowers are large, very full,
and highly perfumed. For planting in the open ground
Mme. de Watteville takes front rank, being a hardy,
vigorous grower, standing the sun and weather well.
NEW YELLOW SOUPERT, "MOSELLA." It
blooms in profuse clusters of three to five flowers,
which are very double, ball-shaped, and open like a
Camellia flower. The petals are tinted white, on a
beautiful, light yellow ground, that extends to the mid-
dle of the petals, then deepens to an orange-yellow.
The plant is dwarf, bushy and free-blooming.
The Bride.
PAPA CONTIER. A magnificent red Tea. The
buds are large and long, with thick, broad petals of
dark carmine-crimson, changing to a lighter shade in
the open flower. An excellent winter blooming variety.
PRINCESS SACAN. The flowers of this variety
are the richest crimson of any Rose in our collection;
a single bud or blossom will catch the eye at a great
distance, so brilliant is the color.
QUEENS SCARLET. The very best of all red
Roses for bedding. It can be planted anywhere, being
entirely hardy. The flowers are large and fiery scarlet,
a color seldom seen in Roses. Indeed, a bed of this
Rose produces a mass of red equal to a bed of gera-
niums.
SNOWFLAKE. For a pot plant this cannot be ex-
celled. The flowers can be used in place of white car-
nations for set pieces, with an immense saving and
greatly superior results.
SOUVENIR DE LA MALMAISON. This grand
old bedding Rose has no equal, as it produces the most
perfect flowers in the hottest weather. Its rich, flesh-
colored flowers are of immense size, double to the
center, and produced in abundance.
SOUVENIR DE FRANCOIS CAULAIN. This has
an unusual color for a Tea Rose; rich velvety crimson,
dark, and exceedingly handsome; large, full flowers;
fragrant; an early and constant bloomer.
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ROSES FOR ALL PURPOSES
MOSS ROSES.
Price 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
Comtesse de Murinais. Pure white.
Crested Moss. Pale pink buds ; beautiful.
Glory of Mosses. Pale rose, very heavily
mossed; one of the best.
Henry Martin. Rich, glossy pink, tineed
with crimson; large globular flowers; full
and sweet, and finely mossed.
Pure white; blooms in
Dinsmore.
Perpetual White.
clusters.
Raphael. Pinkish white.
Salet. Light rose color; large and full;
very pretty in bud.
White Bath. Paper-white; the best white
Moss Rose.
CLIMBING ROSES.
Price 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.
Anna Maria. Blush: clusters large: has
few thorns.
Beauty, or Queen of the Prairies. Bright'
rose-red, large and cupped; splendid grower.
Baltimore Belle. Pale blush, nearly
white; one of the best white climbers.
Cem of the Prairies. Flowers large and
double ; light and crimson, sometimes
blotched with white. 20 cts.
SELECT TEA ROSES.
Strong plants, too large for mailing.
Catherine Mermet. Buds large and globular, the
petals recurving to show the bright pink of the center.
A strong grower and fine bloomer. 15 cts.
Clothilde Soupert. This novelty introduces a new
and remarkable class of bedding and pot Roses, com-
bining the Tea and Polyantha blood. It is of very
strong, vigorous growth, forming a nice-shaped plant,
and attaining about 15 inches in height. The flowers
are pearl-white, with a vivid carmine-rose center.
25 cts.
Dinsmore. (Everblooming.) Flowers large, per-
fectly double; dazzling scarlet-crimson; they have the
rich, spicy fragrance peculiar to the best Hybrid Roses.
Dinsmore is entirely hardy, and a fine garden Rose.
It blooms incessantly, and is very satisfactory. 25 cts.
Duchess of Albany. (HybridTea.) Flowers deeper
colored than in La France, more expanded, larger, full
and highly perfumed. 25 cts.
Mad. Plantier. The finest white Rose for bedding
in masses, or for cemetery planting; a perfect snow-
storm when in bloom; forms a large, compact bush.
Large, blooming plants, 40 cts.; 2-year, 50 cts.
Marechal Niel. The golden yellow buds of this
Rose are worn the wide world over. The blooms are
the perfection of the globular form, and are borne in
great quantities; as a climber, it is unequaled. It is
rapid in growth, graceful, and has tine foliage. 1-year.
25 cts. ; 2-year, 40 cts.
Meteor. A rich, dark, velvety crimson Ever-
bloomer; flowers large, very double, and perfect in
buds or when fully opened ; remarkably free-dowering.
Fine for pot-culture ; best of Hybrid Teas for summer
eut-rlowers, as it retains its color in the hottest weather,
with no shade of purple to mar its beauty. 1-year,
25 cts. ; 2-year, 40 cts.
Papa Contier. Large, long, finely-formed buds;
flowers full and fragrant: color bright, cherry-red,
passing to a rich, glowing crimson-rose; very hand-
some and striking. 15 cts.
The Queen. A globular white Rose of queenly,
rounded form, borne on long stems: a sport from
Souvenir d'un Ami. 20 cts. and 30 cts.
JAPAN ROSES.
Rugosa alba. Single, pure white flowers of five
petals, highly scented ; they are of thick, glossy
substance, and quite suggestive of magnolia blossoms.
A splendid shrub. 25 cts. each, $2 per doz.
Rugosa rubra. Flowers single; of a most beauti-
ful bright rosy crimson, succeeded by large berries of a
rich, rosy red color, that are a great addition to the orna-
mental character of the plant. 25 cts. each, $2 per doz.
VARIOUS HARDY ROSES.
Persian Yellow. Perfectly hardy; flowers double and
full: deep golden: blooms very freely in June. The finest
hardy yellow Rose grown, and not supplanted as yet by
any of "the modern introductions. Strong plants, 25 cts.
Sweetbrier. Rosy pink, single flowers, followed in
autumn by bright colored seed-pods : foliage very fra-
grant. 2-year plants, 25 cts.
Tree Roses. Budded on 3 to 4-foot stems; in as-
sorted edlors. 75 cts. and $1.
Meteor.
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OTAHEITE ORANGE, LILIES, HEDGE PLANTS
THE OTAHEITE ORANGE.
This valuable and distinct variety of the Orange family is a dwarf, compact grower, with glossy, deep-green
foliage, which has a decided odor of the orange trees of Florida, and is exceedingly floriferous, producing a won-
derful profusion of pure white flowers of the most delicious fragrance, identical with the much-sought-for blooms
of southern orange groves. Otaheite fruits immedi-
ately after flowering, bearing fruits about one-half the
size of the ordinary Orange, retaining in a marked de-
gree their sweetness. Fine plants, 15 cts. each; larger
size, 25 cts.
HARDY LILIES.
LILIUM auratum (the Golden-rayed Lily). When
expanded, the flowers measure from 8 to 10 inches in
diameter, and are composed of six pure white petals,
each of which is
distinctly striped
the whole length
with a clear, gol-
den yellow band
and thickly stud-
ded with rich
crimson spots.
Gracefully form-
ed, deliciously
fragrant. Large,
sound bulbs, im-
ported direct
from Japan,
which will give
splendid bloom
spikes. 20 cts.
each, 6 for $1.
L. speciosum rubrum. This is one of the most pop-
ular and satisfactory of all Lilies, and is considered
by many the finest. The flowers are bright crimson
and white spotted. Splendid large flowers, borne in
clusters; stem 2 to 3 feet. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1.
L. speciosum album. Pure white with a slight tinge
of rose on end of petals; one of the best. 20 cts.
each, 6 for $1.
L. tigrlrvm, fl. pi. (Double Tiger Lily). This mag-
Otaheite Orange. nificent Lily is borne in immense clusters on tall stems.
The flowers are very large, frequently 6 inches across,
and very double; color deep, fiery red spotted with black* any illustration gives but a faint idea of the showiness
of this superb Lily. 15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts.
Lilium auratum.
SELECT HEDGE-PLANTS.
For ornamental hedges, we can recommend almost any of the hardy, compact-growing shrubs as being de-
sirable. For screens, we have found nothing so useful as the American Arborvitse, Norway or Hemlock Spruces.
With careful pruning, these can be kept low and in good shape; but in planting evergreens care must be used not
to let the roots become exposed. For the division of lawns, the Japan Quince is very desirable; flowers are large
and showy, scarlet-crimson ; foliage a glossy green until late in the season. Should be pruned well every fall.
For a defensive hedge, for farm purposes and turning stock, we have seen nothing equal to the Osage Orange.
It is a very vigorous grower, but requires the shears often to keep it in a desirable form. For a division of outer
fence for small lots, undoubtedly the California Privet is the best. It is almost an evergreen, and grows freely in
all soils; compact and regular in form, and bears shearing to any extent; being without thorns, it is very easily
pruned.
Osage Orange should be planted about G inches apart. Privet or other shrubs, about 12 inches; evergreens,
about 12 or 18 inches, according to size.
ARBORVITAE.
American. A rapid grower, and very desirable for an evergreen hedge or ornamental screen. It is not
adapted for turning stock, and should be used only for dividing a lawn, or hiding unsightly places. Price, 12 to 18
inches, $1 per 100; 18 to 24 inches, $0 per 100.
CALIFORNIA PRIVET.
A vigorous, hardy shrub, of fine habit and foliage, nearly evergreen. Grows in almost any soil, and is very
patient of pruning; makes a desirable ornamental shrub, as well as hedge. 18 in., 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $5 per
100; 2 ft., 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $7 per 100; 3 ft., 25 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100.
OSAGE ORANGE.
The popular hedge-plant, and one of the most desirable. Good stock. 1 year, 50 cts. per 100, $3 per 1,000 ;
2 years, 75 cts. per 100, $4 per 1,000.
SPRUCE.
Norway. A native of Europe. An elegant tree, extremely hardy, of lofty, rapid growth; habit drooping
when tree attains a few years' growth. One of the most popular evergreens for planting, either as single speci-
mens or for shelter. One of the best evergreen hedge-plants. 18 to 24 in., $6 per 100; 2 ft., $8 per 100.
Dwarf Box Edging, The well known sort, used for edging. 20 cts. per yard.
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PAGE
Abntilons 56
Alice Grape 40
Asparagus 42
Apples •' 4-7
New Varieties 4, 5
" General List G, 7
" Crab 7
Abundance Plum 9
Apricots
18
Austin Dewberry 35
Almonds 20
" Flowering 49
American Chestnut .21
Aider 45
Ash
4.'.
Arborvitas 48, 63
Althaea 49
Azalea 49
Ampelopsis 52
Aristolochia sipho ' ' ' 52
Arundo 53
Anemone Japonica 53
Astilbe Japonica 53
Berberry 49
Bismarck Apples 4
Strawberry 24
Blackberries, Culture 33
General List .... 33, 34
Buffalo Berry 43
Burbauk Llum 9
Butternut 20
Begonia 57
Beech 45
Birch 45
Bignouia radicaus 52
Blackberry Lily 54
Bourgeat Quince 18
Callas 56
Campbell's Early Grape 40
Columbian Raspberry 29
Coleus . . 56
Currants, Culture 36
General List 36, 37
Chautauqua Gooseberry 38
Columbus Gooseberry 38
Crown Bob Gooseberry 38
Colerain Grape 39
Chabot Plum 9
Cherries, Culture 17
" General List 17
Chestnuts 21
Coruus tioridus 46
Calycantlius 49
Coruus sauguinea 49
California Privet 49. 63
Cydonia Japonica 51
Clematis 52
Clethra 49
Cinnamon Vine 52
Cannas 55
Carnations 57
Caladiums 55
Chrysanthemums 57
Coreopsis 53
Crab 46
Cypress 48
Custard Apple 19
Cut-leaved Weeping Birch 4.">
Catalpa 45
Crates and Baskets, . . • 3d page cover
Choice Collections 2d page cover
Dewberry 35
Dwarf Hocky Mountain Cherry .... 43
Dwarf Juneberry 44
Deciduous Trees 45-47
Dogwood . 46
Deutzia 50
Dicentra spectabilis 53
Dutchman's Pipe 52
Eureka Raspberry 30
Eldorado Blackberry 33
Early Ohio Orape 39
Eleagnus longipes 44
Elm 46
Evergreen Trees and Shrubs ..... 48
Eulalia 53
Euonymus 50
radicaus variegata . . . . 48
Exochorda grandifiora 50
Fay's Prolific Currant 36
Figs 19
Fruit Trees. Preparation for Planting 3
" " Planting .... .3
Distances for Planting . 3
Fruit Trees, Number per Acre
Fringe, Purple
White . .
Filberts
Fuchsias
Flowering Sage
Geraniums
Gooseberries, Culture
General List
Grapes, Culture
New Varieties 39,
General List 40,
Price-List
Golden Prolific Gooseberry
Green Mountain Grape
Greensboro Peach
Greetings
Grand Duke Plum
Golden-leaved Elder
Grasses, Ornamental
Hale Plum
Hop Vines
Horse-radish
Hardy Orange
Horse Chestnut
Hardy Shrubs and Trees 49-
Hydrangeas
Honeysuckles 50,
High Bush Cranberry
Hibiscus, Crimson Eye 54,
Hickory Shellbarks
Hedge Plants
Hollyhock
Hemerocallis
Hyaciuthus
Heliotropes
Industry Gooseberry
Idaho Pear
Iris
Irish Ivy
Irish Juniper
Items of Interest
Japanese Golden Mayberry
Wineberry
Japan Magnolias
Walnuts
Quince
" Maples ...
Jasmines
Judas Tree
Kansas Raspberry
Keepsake Gooseberry
Knight's Improved Currant
Koonce Pear .
Kilmarnock Weeping Willow . . . .
Lantanas
Lobelia
Logan Berry. The
Loudon Raspberry
Lucretia Dewberry
Lancashire Lad Gooseberry
Lorentz Peach
Lilium
Lincoln Plum
Coreless Pear
Linden
Liquidambar
Larch
Lilac . .
Mc Pike Grape
Maiden-Hair Tree
Miller Raspberry
Maxwell's Early Blackberry . . . .
Mecch's Prolific Quince
Mercer Cherry
Mulberry 19,
Murdoch's Bigarreau Cherry
Maple
Magnolia
Nick Ohmer Strawberry
North Star Currant . . .
Nectarines
Nut Trees
Norway Maple
Orange, Hardy
Oriental Plane
Osage Orange
Otaheite Orange . . . .
Pansies
Peaches, Culture . . . .
" New Varieties
General List . .
Pearl. Gooseberry . . . .
Pears. Culture
PAGE
Pears, New Varieties 11, 12
General List 13
Dwarf 13
Plums, Culture 8
New Varieties 8
General List 10
Papaw ... 19
Paragon Chestnut 21
Persimmon 19
Pecans 20
Poplar 47
Pine 48
Perennial Plants, Hardy 53, 54
Paeonies, Herbaceous .54
Phlox. Perennial 54
Philadelphus grandifiorus 51
Plane 47
Plymouth Rock Cherry 17
Persian Lilac 51
Purple leaved Beech 45
Prunus 51
Purple Fringe 50
Quinces, Culture 18
Raspberries, Culture 28
New Varieties . . . 2&-.30
General List 31
Raspberry-Blackberry 35
Red June Plum . 8
Red Cross Currant 36
Red Jacket Gooseberry 38
Rhubarb 42
Retinospora 48
Rhododendrons 48
Rhus 50
Roses 58-62
Climbing 62
" Ramblers 58
Hybrid Perpetuals 60
Japan 62
Miscellaneous 62
Moss 62
" Tea 61.62
Yellow Rambler 58
Red-twigged Dogwood 49
Salvia 56
Strawberries, Culture 27
New Varieties . . . 22-25
Special Varieties ... 26
General List 27
Strawberry-Raspberry 32
Sage 42
Starr Apple 4
Seneca Pear 12
Satsuma Plum 9
Spanish Chestnut 21
Scotch Pine 48
Seedlings > 3
Spruce 48
Snowball . . 51
Spiraea 51
Syringa 51
Sweet-scented Shrub 49
Scarlet Maple 47
Silver-leaved Maple 47
Salisburia (Maiden -hair) 47
Star Strawberry 22
Sunnyside Strawberry 25
Superlative Raspberry 28
Timbrell Strawberry 25
Triumph Peach 15
Teas' Japanese Catalpa 45
Thorn 47
Tree Pneonies ... 54
Trumpet Flower . . . * * " 52
Useful Roots and Plants 42
Victoria Grape 39
Vermont Beauty Pear 12
Vines and Creepers 52
Violets 56
Verbenas 56
White Smith Goosel>erry . - .38
Weight of Trees and Plants Packed . 8
Walter Pease Apple 4
Wickson Plum 8
Wilder Early Pear 13
Willard Plum 8
Walnuts 21
Wier's Cut-leaved Maple 47
White Fringe 50
Willows 47
Weigela 51
Wistaria. 52
Yucca filamentosa 54
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CRATES AND BASKETS
OUR EXCELSIOR CRATE, which has proved such a great success in past years,
has been improved in many ways, yet we have still maintained the same low rate. It is
the best crate ever put on the market for growers, as it is roomy and still a neat package.
Fruit-growers know the advantage of placing their berries in good packages —
something that will allow them to fill the baskets
well, so that when they are offered on the market, the
baskets are still full, and the berries are not mashed.
This is the great objection to most crates, as the
racks are so light that they will not allow the baskets
to be filled unless by mashing the top fruit, and
when placed on the market, the bruised ones will not
bring the top price.
The crates hold 32 baskets, or one bushel.
They are slatted up the sides, with solid ends, and
have hand holds, so that they are easily managed. In
fact, they are the most complete crates on the market.
They are made of the best wood, well dried
before being nailed together.
PRICES WITHOUT BASKETS: 35 cents each; per 20, 30 cents each.
PRICES FILLED WITH BASKETS: 45 cents each; per 20, 40 cents each.
ACME GIFT CRATE.
We have had many calls for a Gift crate, so we have gotten up one for our trade.
It is made strong and of the best wood, being slatted on sides and ends, and will last
for a number of seasons for near-by markets, but it is especially useful to shippers
who do not wish crates returned, as it is cheap, and will place the fruit in good con-
dition on distant markets.
These crates hold one bushel, so do not con-
fuse them in price with the western gift crate, that
holds but 16 quarts, and has not a lid. This crate
is in every way the best, and when the fruit is to
be shown, the lid can be raised without the
drawing of nails.
PRICE, without baskets, 22 cts. each, $18 per 100.
PRICE, filled with baskets, 30 cts. each, $25 per IOO.
BASKETS AND CRATES.
Our baskets are made of good, dry poplar, and
are the best on the market. They can be shipped in bales of 500, or when crates are
being ordered, 100 can be nested to each crate. They are made on a form that will
close the corners, so that the smallest berry cannot drop. In fact, they are in every
way first-class.
All crates and baskets are loaded free on cars at this place.
PRICE: 50 cents per IOO, $4 per 1 ,000, and $3.50 per 1,000 in 5,000 lots.
CRAPE BASKETS, 9 lbs., $3 per IOO, $25 per 1,000.
PEACH CRATES, 3 pks., 15 cts. each in flat; nailed up, 17 cts. each.
PEACH BASKETS, half bushel, with cover, 60 cts. per dozen ; without cover, 55 cts. per dozen.
Address
CATALOGUE AND COVER
DESIGNED ENGRAVED AND PRINTED
By J. HORACE McFARLAND COMPANY
Harrisburg, Pa.
REID'S NURSERIES,
199 BRIDGEPORT, OHIO.
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