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INDEX. 


Page 
African Mallet scicc coe ere stem siereiomiers 49 
ATIICNOKE <2. Seeo ween cs eee ee 56 
ASDATALUS 6 He vee sole iwi c cre eters ore o otobeberers 3 
ATOMIZEL 5h son.6 cece see eee 58 
Baline (Wires son << eer ovenereee Inside Cover 
BAaTICY (x60 ce cont oro Sebo Ou aie i Siare lee ene 
BCanSe so dic cress sfclaieis sate cusremeickouere sce 4-O 
Beetsrs 2 iia cme Siekoielel o eveteres Se Ont 
Blue. Grass ‘Stsippers: <2. ..2.--4 cee « 00 
Brussels: Sprouts) c..c.c+ose Stetareieve stots 7 
Broom. Corn Seed? aici ccislomeie sieerrcere 50 
BuckwiCalerc ste seine acre ec Seasons 54 
CWapbaser iis cis cceiteeas ees One eicibie che sie 8-9 
Cahoon’s Hand Seed Sowers......... 57 
Carrots sce oi Ber es esters oe opto e ota euepevenace 10 
Castor] Beanss- aa. sche. NSP & cre the 40 and 54 
Califo wer) Kile siase Serie iets loserelerokercrers 10 
CClER Yass Os cele s ee rele Cele eis iLL 
(HIE OLY asl. oie le cloveserers savers retetepersauens blcersicetel O 
CHIVES? Foe rci oF ci ctere sic ie ogee have ene eels evehies LO 
Clipper SMaillS.. 6... Shc Se oe «ce ss eles 58 
Glovers. Sf Goaieatoeneun. sey atoteters, sua's .. 45-46 
CWoOlland’ss. servo ctereecteteere orale evephere eae 10 
Corn, Sweet and Field.......... 12, 52-53 
Corn Salads oo sicies ce xcsvoeierd scales ceeuets 13 
COW EP CASH. eis ocho wielec- eisies © eve wie ciel Biche oO: 
CTESBS 5 “Sievevete b's eis Se etale w Suess e’oherers¥eine 13 
Gucwmbpers? by se.5 5 sia cess sh ore otereuere enews 13-14 
Cyclone«Seeder, 2... A08h cs «6 orclcis oSevsie sacl 
Pe PANGS. fo opeferes oie ereh oy oiler ey eee 14 
We oe Seales oe tics asters eo cletereeens Inside Cover 
1D 00 6 61 Sem Re ee ee Poors tee renin Ry ier "S 14 
Bureka Weed Willer.) ce cierto ciele s wie 58 
Evergreen Tree Seeds....... wlexecatlons ~. 42 
MOCrtilizerss,, ‘sa, disceisraletareacacd ehoweiere aise cee 58 
BICC: SECGS. 2 ee ca worse ciete coe he ushers 45-56 
Plax’: Seedk) cc ser c-cieheis c:sicvereve atolare 6 eee 54 
Fruit Tree: Seeds. S25 sc anki eee 42 
Flower, SCeds .55. dics esac ieee arose 35-41 
Gari eee eo cucics tao arenes, one ovotines cients Sch aeeeette 14 
GOuUrds se oN cc ein eee craters in ate eas ot 
Grass: SCOds 40 eid leia atomic oemietete 3's 45-49 
Hand: Seed: SOWers., 2 wiser sce see ws 57 
Hand Weeder, -iin< ciate wisi nie ase o/s 58 
FIOM DS CBee a. sates eos Saw eines srecles « 54 
Herbs Sweet and Medical............ 34 
PIOPSe Radish 1°. eis fee ciatieys ats icles. wv 14 
lrisG@et, DGSUROV CRs 6 6 oi5 oes ie sien pe eee 6 32 56 
HOGUSALCMT COTM. sae. sdk fom lonepatesaveyeucrcienaites 49 
Mattie “CGOrn. .c\seiic)sss. cid w/o ela waters e'eiore ee 49 
FSRIG “OT -BOrBCOlGs Cie v cic. sis elo bio's ee. dlern 14 
Kentucky Blue Grass. ..ccc..<000%- 46-47 
elo oh Pad 84: i 5) DB ben SEBS Aol Se ees PPA ane R ear a 15 


TCR as Aaa win miners a Wise pde bie aS ik ei ke Wes 15 


Page 
Lettuce: 6s. see eee eee 15-16 
LUPINS  \oi.. Ras eee 51 
Little Giant Seeders. ........... Seton 
Milo Maizes 4. ote ee eiataievetoma® 
Millet and Hungarian. ....... PES A sch) 
Miscellaneous Seeds. ......... eee eae 
Mushroom Spawn. ........... scatters 20 
Musk Melons: 242420 55204606 oi sjsveres Galt 
Mustard..2 40% «6. see eee eee 20 
Nursery Stock. ...... pie aie levee ieinie nie Stee Ona 
Oats Sera Seleere Ges erase ae eee 54 
Oil Cake Meal. ......... 3 bis aie erwraonetors 57 
OR Tag sss ese EE i Sein 20 
Onion Seed. 23.2 Sees oaen tee eae 
Onion. “Sets... 2..0507.3 4k eee 22 
Parsley. <0. 50 4s & Se eee 23 
Parsnipsi eck oe nee Gs Hee ee ee 23 
PC@aSio: Fie. ie Bi eeie cit ae ee 23-26 
Peanuts oles See 5 ere ee eae 51 
Pencilaria: 6 i ioastk a ee eee 51 
PepPere ks.) 4c soe as ers Se Oe we eee 26 
Planet-Jr:* Tools: .c30 oer ee 59-64 
Pop. Cores $262.55 lions a eee eee 53 
Potatoes: 32 22 Soe ee ee ane 55 
Poultry. Food. 2:35 25 S535 eee ee 64 
Pumpkins in) sk ss ok Se Seto ces ee 27 
Radish. V3. eee ee eee 28-29 
Rape, Dwarf Essex. ........... 30 and 52 
Rhubarb... 6636 Fee ae ee eee 30 
Ruta Bagas: a2 koe cis tore sucess saeterchene 34 
BY Con oooe Sis EG eens creer eoo ie eee es 54 
Salsify., 5-26. 0): Sere wore tenes Sete ee eee 30 
Salt Bush; Australians {26 .45.-- eee 48 
Sorghum or Cane Seed.............- 50 
Soja. Beansienwics ) Seen eee 51 
SpeltZ- 25. EGS. ee eee 54 
Spinach. 0 sscks ears eo eee eee 3 
SDrayer.-o 65. s sbi berate. See ee 58 
Squash. 2... .0.3.09es sew eee 30-31 
Sunflower geet oi eee eee ae 51 
Sweet Potatoes and Plants.......... 55 
Sweet Peas. 2 sc. tee ec oe oe 41 
TeOSINTE: co oc eee See ee eee 48-49 
Terms: .& Sai cose i eee ae 2 
Thompson’s Grass Seeder. ........... 57 
TiMOtLDys Ai asde i vices SRE « cmeParenrere 46 
TLODACCOe less cae cee eee 31 
POMAI Ly Sarcc kk Shh A cee Re 32-33 
TYEG SGOCGSi fo Skis Soe coe 41-42 
PUPHLPS 005.05 's alas Sis Pini stein clatvaraceaePercts 33-34 
Vetches Spring and Winter...... Wate sg 457 
Watermelona.. dees cee te Sa eh 18-19 
Wheat. oe PLCC or es Wale ek wae 54 
OV Uae Oe cr ae Wok cas + Clave. res bland: crs 61 


MISSOURI SEED CO. | 


—— CATALOGUE OF 


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FOR FARM AND GARDEN 


BALE TIES, CLIPPER FAN MILLS, PLANET, Jr:; 
GARDEN TOOLS, 
HAND SEED SOWERS, BINDER TWINE. 


1426-1428 St. Louis Ave. | 
HANSAS CITY, = s MISSOURI 


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SEED ANNUAL 
Missouri Seed Co. 


TO OUR PATRONS. 


We hand you our catalogue for 1907 and ask you to read it carefully. — 


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Do not lay it aside without sending us your order. We know you wi 
pleased with our seeds, every one is that uses them. Give us a trial. ae 

Good seeds, good soil and good tillage are three requisites -in the se 1 
tion of good crops, and we assure you that we shall do our part in supp vie 
the first, and if you plant them in the proper soil and look well to the culti 
rati need have no fear of the result. : 
ae In’ Garden Seeds a fair crop has been barvesueg of most kinds, and with 

: i nion Seed, there will be no shortage. 
ioe See eta Gea the crop of Kentucky Blue Grass is short and the price 
high, while of other seeds there will be no surplus, and on Clover and Alfalfa 
the prices will continue high. : : ; 

To those who have in past years favored us with their patronage it is 
not necessary to speak of our unremitting effort to supply none but the 
purest of seeds; but to such as have not yet given us a trial we wish to 
state that, recognizing fully the prime importance of purity in seeds, we 
have spared no pains to secure only the highest grade to be had and we feel 
sure that our stock will give the best of satisfaction. We hope this year not 
only to receive the orders of our old friends, but also to secure those of 
many with whom we have not yet had the pleasure of trading. 

We have long made a study of the kinds of seeds best adapted to the 
Western trade and both farmers and gardeners will find our suggestions of 
value. Dealers buying their first stocks will be gladly assisted in their 
choice of such varieties as will meet with most ready sale in their vicinity. 

The amount of seed and the distance apart to plant is noted in the des- 
cription of every variety in this catalogue. For the depth the general rule 
is: Cover seed equal to four times the smallest diameter. 


TERMS. 
Our Terms are Strictly Cash With Order. 


We do not send goods C, O. D. unless 15 per cent of the money is sent 
with the order. Goods cannot be sent C. O. D. by freight. 

HOW TO SEND MONEY.—Remittances may be made by draft on. New 
York, St. Louis, Chicago or Kansas City Postoffice Order. Express Co.'s 
Money Order or Registered Letters. If local checks are sent, 15 cents must 
be added to cover exchange. We take postage stamps to any amount. 

In order to assist us in forwarding orders correctly write plainly your 
Name, Postoffice, County and State, in blank provided for that purpose at 
upper left hand corner of order sheet. Use our order sheet and envelope in 
sending in order, 

SAFE ARRIVAL GUARANTEED. We guarantee safe arrival of all seeds 
pert Oy mail or express. Strict observance of preceding paragraph is re- 
quested. 

OUR GUARANTY. While we exercise the greatest possible care to have 
all seeds pure, reliable and true to name, and believe our seeds to be the 
very best that can be obtained, yet we do not warrant the same and are in no 
wise responsible for the crop. ; 

PERISHABLE GOODS. Onion Sets, Seed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes; Arti- 
chokes and Sweet Potato Plants are always shipped out in the very best con- 
dition and carefully packed, but as they are subject to damage in transit 
owing to excessive heat and cold, or other causes which we cannot control, 
the purchaser must assume all risks and no claim for damages can be allowed. 

Ir YOU ARE A SEED DEALER, send for our Wholesale Trade Price 
List; also Weekly Price Current of Field Seeds. 
ae de ARE A MARKET GARDENER, send for Gardeners’ and Planters’ 

rice List. 


a re YOU ARE A NURSERYMAN, send for our Special Price List of Tree 
eeds. 


If you have any new or rare varieties of seed we would be pleased to 


receive small samples for our trial ground. 


We will mail seed to any foreign country in the Postal Union for cata- 
logue prices. Not more than 12 ounces are allowed in each package. 


Zur Beachturrg. 


Ane Briefe und Anfragen in deutcher Sprache werden Deutch beantwarter und 
Weftettungen in deutcher Spracpe promp3 beforgt. 


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Nigga <r % Catalogue of 
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VEGETABLE and 
GARDEN SEEDS 


GROWN FOR 


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MISSOURI SEED CO. 


We will furnish Garden Seeds at the prices on the following list, postpaid, except 
heavy seeds, such as Beans, Peas, Corn, Onion Sets, Clovers, Grain, Grass Seeds, etc. 
For these it will be necessary to add to the remittances 8 cents per pound and 15c per 
quart to cover postage. Half pounds sold at pound rates. 


DISCOUNTS 


1—On Seeds in Packets and Ounces, 

Purchasers may make selections of Seeds in Packets-and Ounces at the following 
discounts: 

When sending $1.00 to the value of $1.25. When sending $2.00 to the value of $2.50. 

When sending $3.00 to the value of $3.75. When sending $4.00 to the value of $5.00. 

When sending $5.00 to the value of $6.25. 

These discounts do not apply to seeds sold in larger quantities than one ource, nor 

on collections, bulbs, plants or tools. For all of these the published price must be sent. 


2.—On Seeds in Bulk. 


From catalogue prices by the %-pound, pound, peck or bushel (except on grass, 
clover and other field seeds) when cash is sent with order, purchaser may deduct 5 per 
cent on an order from $3.00 to $5.00 and 10 per cent on an order from $5.00 to $10.00. 


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German, Spargel. A Ss P A R A G U Ss French, Asperge. 


ONE OUNCE FOR SIXTY FEET OF DRILL. 1-LB. PER ACRE. 


COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE— 
A new variety with white shoots, stays 
white without earthing up or blanch- 
ing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; lb. 75c. 

THE PALMETTO—A new  produc- 
i) tion; is not only very early, but is also 


Ny a good yielder, and is even and regular 


~All 
Oxi in its growth. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 
25@; lb. T0e. 

CONOVER’S COLOSSAL—Has long 
been a standard variety. The shoots 
H are of large size, very productive and 
m Of good quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10ec; %4 
Wi} 1b., 20c; 1b., 60c. 

BARR’S MAMMOTH—The stalks are 
iin very large, frequently an inch in diam- 
| eter, and have close round heads. They 

i] are quick growing, tender and suc- 

|||.) | culent, entirely free from woody fibre. 
/ AVN Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 65ce. 
lk iii NAIK ASPARAGUS ROOTS—Can_ supply 
| AN Hy Mi] Roots of above varietics at $1.00 per 
auth bol ous 100, $6.00 per 1,000 at express office 
Palmetto. here, 


Cenover’s Colassal. 


MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


’ BEANS, Dwarf or Bush, 


af) se quart for 100 feet in drills; two bushels for an acre in drills, 2-3 ft. apart, 14-1 ft. 
thinned in the row. If by mail, postage 15c per quart extra. 


GREEN POD VARIETIES. 

STRINGLESS GREEN POD BUSH— 
Is the first stringless green-pod dwarf . 
bean in cultivation. It surpasses all 
others in crisp, tender flavor, and is also 
very prolific. The pods are ready to 
market two weeks earlier than Red Val- 
entine. Price, pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; % bu. 
$1.50. 


REFUGEE OR BROWN SPECKLED 
VALENTINE—Hardy abundant bearer,, 
one of the best for pickling. Pkt. 5c; qt. 
20c; %4 bu. $1.25. 


GIANT STRINGLESS VALENTINE— 
The improved Valentine has for a long 
time been a very popular bean among 
market gardeners as well as those grow- 
ing for their own table. In this new 
. variety we have all the good points of 4 

the parent with some marked improve-— 

ments. The pods, produced abundantly’ 
are considerably larger, are round, full, fleshy and brittle. We consider it one of the 
best Dwarf Green Podded Beans on the market. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.50. 


IMPROVED ROUND PODDED' EARLY x 
RED VALENTINE—One of the finest green 
podded varieties for snaps. Ripens ten days 
earlier than the Early Valentine, is more pro- 
ductive, grows a stronger and more thrifty 
vine. and yields larger and better filled pods. 
Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; %4 bu. $1.25. 


EARLY MOHAWK—Very early, productive 
and extremely hardy and one of the best 
beans we know of for poor land. Handsome, - 
long, straight and narrow pods; beans kidney 
shaped, purple and brown in color. Pkt. 5c; 
qt. 20c; % bu. $1.25. 


LARGE WHITE MARROW—Beans _ large, 
clear white, cooking very mealy. Pkt. 5¢e; 
qt. 20c; %4 bu. $1.25. 


WHITE NAVY—Valuable chiefly as a field 
bean and considered by many the best baking 
variety. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20e; % bu. $1.25. 


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EARLY YELLOW SIX WEEKS—Hardy, pro- 
lific and of good quality. Recommended for 
either string or shelled beans. Pkt. 5c; at. 
20c; % bu. $1.25. 


BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA—A bush form of 
the true Large Lima. Plants uniformly 
dwarf, bearing very abundantly, single 
plants under favorable circumstances yield- 
ing from 150 to 350 pods, containing 4 to 


% Gee Ie JA Ma 6 beans; grows only 20 inches high, branch- 
ae iz, ing freely, immense bearer. Pkt. 5c; at. 
Karly Yellow Six Weeks. 25c; % bu. $1.50. 


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HENDERSON’S BUSH LIMA—A dwarf 
form of the Small Lima and valuable be ~ 
cause of its extreme earliness. Vines 
without runners, but continuing to grow 
and set pods until stopped by frost. Pods 
short, fat and containing from 2 to 4 beans; 
superior in quality to the Large Lima. Pkt. 
5e; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50. 

YELLOW POD OR WAX VARIETIES. 

PENCIL POD WAX—An extremely good 
new bean, being very early, very prolific 
and an excellent flavor. The pods are from 
5 to 6 in. long, thick, fleshy, as round as 
a pencil and absolutely stringless. A beauty 
in shape, and color of the true waxy type. 
The best quality in a black seeded variety. 

. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; 4% bu. $1.50. 

Henderson’s Bush Lima. VALENTINE WAX—The earliest of all 
wax beans. Similar in shape and form of 
growth to the Green Valentine, but the 
color is a rich waxy yellow. Pods are 

round, meaty and almost stringless. A popular sort with market gardeners because 
of its extreme earliness and great productiveness. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; 1%, bu. $1.60. 


WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX—This bean merits a position among the earliest, hard- 
jest and most productive wax beans ever SOA tae ee pods are were TaTECS smooth 
and showy, and will readily sell in ARES 
preference to any other; are tender, 
stringless and of excellent quality. 
Pkt. 5¢e; qt. 30c; % bu. $1.75. 

PROLIFIC BLACK WAX-— When g 
ripe the pods are round yellow, aver- {% 
aging 7 inches in length, very tender 7 
and of excellent quality. Beans a 
glossy black when ripe. A universal 
. favorite snap bean. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; 

Y%, bu. $1.50. 

GOLDEN WAX—A strong growing 
bush variety of remarkable vigor and 
freedom from rust. The pods are 
meaty and well filled, thick-flat when 
young and semi-round, of rich yellow 
color and fine quality, and entirely 
stringless even when large enough to 
shell. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; 14 bu. $1.40. 

WHITE WAX—Pods waxy yeliow, Fo Fos 
tender and stringless. Beans medium Wardwell s nidney Wax. 
size, oval, white. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.50. 


CRYSTAL WHITE WAX—Very desirable for snaps or pickles. Pods greenish white, 
short, curved with crease in back, very fleshy and brittle. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.50. 


DAVIS KIDNEY WAX—The Davis Kidney Wax is a new and distinct variety; the 
plant is vigorous, of compact, upright growth. The pods are extra long, straight, oval, 
clear, waxy white color, and handsome, often growing to the length of 7 or 8 inches, and 
whep fit for use are quite stringless and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5c; qt. 30c; %4 bu. $1.75. 

GOLDEN EYE WAX—The vines grow well up from the ground. It is very pro- 
ductive; the pods are flat, larger and earlier than the Golden Wax; almost rust proof: 
PEE. 5¢; .qt. 25¢c; 7, bi; $1.50. 


POLE OR RUNNING. 
One qt. for 100 hills, 6 seeds each; 16 qts. per acre. 


DUTCH CASE KNIFE—One of the earliest and most prolific; good size and of excel- 
lent quality, green or dry. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; 4% bu. $1.50. 


WHITE CREASEBACK—Large long pods growing in clusters of from six to twelve 
of a silvery green, of the best quality as snaps. A good cornhill bean. Pkt. 10c; qt. 25¢; 
% bu. $1.50. St eke Sea Wine et 8 Geer ea i 


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KENTUCKY WONDER—This reliable green-podded entire- 
ly stringless variety is the most prolific and best pole bean to 
plant for “snaps.”’ We know this variety to be especially 
valuable, and it will set pods nine inches or more long during 
the hottest weather. Ours is the true Round Pod stock. 
Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50. 

LAZY WIFE—This sort is very popular in many localities, 
as its name indicates, a handful of choice stringless pods 
at a single grab. The pods are broad, thick, very fleshy and y 
entirely stringless, and possess a rich, buttery flavor when ©“ 
cooked. The beans are white and make a very good bean °*¢% 
for winter use; may be grown either on poles or corn. Pkt. 
5c; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50. ; 

CUT SHORT OR CORN HILL—An old variety very pcpu- ° 
lar for planting among corn, and it will give a good erop 
without the use of poles; vine medium, not twining tightly; 
pods short, cylindrical and tender; beans nearly oblong. cut 
off diagonally at the ends, white and marked with reddish 
brown dots. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25e; %4 bu. $1.40. 

EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX—The Early Golden on 
Cluster begins to bear early in July, and continues until ~Sy¢ 
frost; pods are 6 to 8 inches long, borne in clusters of three 
to Six and are a beautiful golden yellow color, and the flavor 
is most delicious. It can be used shelled or as a string bean. 
Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50. = 

SMALL LIMA—About half the size. but earlier and hardier ~~ 
than the large lima. Sometimes grown without poles. Pkt. 
5e; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.75. 

KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA—One of the most popular & 


pole beans ever known. They are vigorous growers, setting See Wy INV EY 


tinuously to the end of the season. They are more prolific , b/Zsh ; ps 
than the ordinary Lima, bearing profusely in clusters of 4 “ved 


at Nf, Sets . 
to 6, with 5 or 6 beans in pod. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50.c ae ae 8 
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LARGE WHITE LIMA—Very rich and fine flavored, an = “a0')ighy 
excellent shelled bean. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.50. Kentucky Wonder. 


BEETS. 


=S German, Rothe Ruebe. French, Bettrave. 


One ounce for 100 feet of drill; five to six 
pounds to an acre in drills one to two feet 
apart, thinned to 6 inches in the row. 


EDMOND’S—Handsome turnip shape. skin 
deep blood red, flesh dark, and sweet flavor, 
good marketable size and matures medium 
early. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


EARLY BLOOD TURNIP—A_ well-known 
standard variety; rich deep, blood-red color. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


ECLIPSE—Has become exceedingly popular 
for its extreme earliness, possessing all the 
qualities requisite in a first-class beet. The 
roots are bright, glossy red, fine grained and 
delicious. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 60ce. 


EGYPTIAN TURNIP—A standard sort, be- 
ing from 8 to 10 days earlier than the old 
Blood Turnip. The roots are large in size 
\ and of rich, deep, crimson color. Owing to 
. the smallness of the tops, it can be planted 
1 Edmonds 3 Eclipse. very close. Pkt. 6c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 
@ Early Blood. 4 Early Egyptian. 60c. 


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DEWING’S IMPROVED BLOOD TURNIP—An excel- 
lent blood turnip variety, about a week earlier than the 
Blood Turnip, deep blood red color; fine form, exceilent 
flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 

THE LENTZ—Is as early as the Egyptian, but larger 
and of better quality; color of dark red, flesh very tender 
and sweet at all times, whether old or young. Very pro- 
ductive, good keepers and will produce a crop in six 
aes from planting the seed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; 

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CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN BE&T—The earliest beet in the 
market, a selection from the old market beet. Early 
Egyptian retains the earliness of the parent stock, and 
has added thickness, giving it a more desirable shape; it 
is the deepest red, almost black in color and of finer 
quality than the Egyptian, being sweeter and even more 
tender and smooth. The most desirable sort of small 
beets for early market. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 
60c. 

EARLY BASSANO—Flesh white, circled with a bright 
pink, of good flavor, shape resembles Early Egyptian. 
Pkt. 5c; oz..10c; %4 lb. 20c; 1b. 60c. 

LONG SMOOTH BLOOD—An excellent late variety. 
Crosby’s Egyptian Beet. Pkt. 5¢e;' oz. 10c; 144 Ib. 20c; “Ib: 60e: 


CRIMSON GLOBE—A money-maker for the gardener and unequaled for the table. 
An extremely handsome, early or main-crop variety, of medium size, almost globe 
shaped, and entirely free from rootlets, leaving the skin entirely smooth. The roots 
average 10 inches in circumference, the foliage is small and of a rich bronze purple. 
The flesh is a rich blood red, slightly zoned and of the finest quality, always sweet and 
tender, never stringy. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %, lb. 20c; lb. 60c. 


HALF LONG BLOOD—The roots are about one-half as long as Long Blood, but on 
account of their thickness, weigh quite as much. Always smooth, very sweet, crisp, 
tender, never becoming woody, even portions above ground; we consider this the most 
valuable sort of recent introduction. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


MANGEL AND SUGAR BEETS. 


Stock Feeding Varieties. One oz. to 100 ft. drill, 2 
to 3 ft. each way; 5 lbs. per acre. Special prices 
for large quantities. 

We cannot recommend too strongly the increased 
use of Mangels and Sugar Bcets for feeding cattle, 
sheep and hogs. 

They make a much heavier yield than turnips and 
are much more nutritious. Fed to milch cows, they 
largely increase the quantity of milk. Try them. 
Plant in April or May. : 

The following varieties are easily: grown and har- 
vested, and their value cannot be overestimated. 
They keep well during the winter and furnish a 
great abundance of cattle food at a small cost. 

MAMMOTH RED MANGEL—A celebrated variety, 

etimes called Jumbo. A very heavy cropper, 
growing enormous in siz , but of fine texture and 
quality. Oz. 5c; % lb. 15c; Ib. 40c. 

FRENCH SUGAR—This variety unites capacity 
for a large yield with an exceedingly rich flesh, mak- — 
ing it the best for cattle feeding. Oz. 5c; 1 Ib. 
15¢e; Ib. 30c. 

“KLEIN WANZLEBEN—A variety out of which 
much sugar has been made abroad: skin, a cream 
color; flesh, white; an average of 15 tons can be pro- 
- duced per acre. Oz. 5c; % lb. 15c; Ib. 30c. 

GOLDEN TANKARD—YVery showy, oval in form. 
flesh white, rich golden skin. Oz. 5c; % lb. 15c;-1b. 
30c. 1 ee Se 

BRUSSELS SPROUTS (Rosenkohl)—Pkt. 5c; oz. 
50c; %4 Ib. $1.75. 


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German, Kopf Kohl oder Kraut CABBAGE. French, Chou Pomme. 


One oz. for 2,000 plants; % lb. of seed in beds to transplant an acre 18x30 inches apart. 

‘To market gardeners generally no vegetable is of greater importance than the 
cabbage, and to many growers the success or failure of this crop means gain or loss 
for the year. You cannot afford to take any risk in buying seed. Our cabbage seed 
is the best that can be grown, raised only from carefully selected, solid heads. 

EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD—Among its merits may be mentioned its large size 
of head for an early sort, small outside foliage and its uniformity in producing a crop. 
The heads begin to mature the latter end of June to the first of July, and may be cut 
in succession for several weeks. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 65e; Ib. $2.00. 

LARGE JERSEY OR CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD—This sort forms uniform solid 
heads, considerably larger than the Early Wakefield and matures only a few days later; 
on clay ground it will mature just as early. Largely planted by gardeners in the South. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 70c; Ib. $2.00. 

NEW EXPRESS—This cabbage has proven itself 
to be the earliest in cultivation. While not as large 
as the Jersey Wakefield, it is 4 to 5 days earlier, 
uniform in size and shape, very solid and firm, and 
of fine, mild flavor; having but few outside leaves, 
they can be planted close and thus secure large crop. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 60c; lb. $1.75. 


EARLY YORK—An early variety, heads small, 
heart shaped, firm and tender; of very dwarf growth. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 lb. 40c; Ib. $1.50. 

EARLY WINNINGSTADT—A good variety for 
general use, being a sure header. Comes in about 
three weeks later than the first early sorts. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 40c; Tb. $1. 50. 


| vtarly’ § Spang. 


EARLY ETAMPS—Similar to the 
well-known Jersey Wakefield, but a 
little earlier. The, heads are fully as 
large and are of excellent quality, and 
we recommend it as the best. Sold as 
“Earliest of All.” ‘Wonderful.” Pkt. 
5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 60c; Ib. $1.75. 


EARLY SPRING—The earliest flat 
Hees headed variety; nearly as early as the 
jee) Wakefield. The heads have few out- 
= Side leaves and these are small and 
2erow so close to the head that they 
WS =,can be planted very close together. 
Ay ws \E '=It is round in shape, slightly flatten- 
i NWSE ===sed, very solid, even before the cab- 
AVS: Sa bages attain their mature size. It is 
ees eae 
Poise a good “seller,” round cabbages re- 
ceiving always the preference if of- 
fered in aad with pointed heads. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % lb. 65c; 1b. $2.00. 
EARLY FLAT DUTCH—Excellent second early, sure-heading, reliable cabbage. We 
consider it one of the very best to follow Early Jersey Wakefield. Heads large as Early 
Summer, solid, and stands long without bursting. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 60c; Ib. $1.75. 
ALL HEAD EARLY CABBAGE—It is the earliest 
of all large cabbages. It is fully one-third larger 
than Early Summer. The deep, flat heads are re- 
markably solid and uniform in color as well as in 
shape and size. It is very tender and of fine qual- 
ity. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % lb. 65c; Ib. $2.00. < 
HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER—This variety gay 
is about ten days later than the Early Jersey Wake-@&s 
field, but being about double the size, it may beg 
classed “the best large early cabbage.” Pkt. 6c;% 
oz. 20c; % lb. 65c; lb. $2.00. S 
ALL SEASONS—A greatly improved strain of — 
Early Flat Dutch. .Heads very large, round, but 4. 
usually somewhat flattened, very solid and of the 35a 
best quality, keeping as well as the winter sorts, : Sa 
remarkable for its ability to stand the hot sun and 
dry weather. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 65c; lb. $2.00. Early Winningstadt. 


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ST. LOUIS MARKET LATE—As the name indicates is a late variety, grown by East 
St. Louis gardeners almost exclusively, it seldom fails to make a crop. The heads are 
large and unusually solid and heavy; it gets bigger and better the longer it stands. Our 
customers give it unqualified praise and say they never before have had so fine a crop 
as last year from cur seed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % lb. 70c; Ib. $2.50. 

DRUMHEAD SAVOY—An excellent winter and spring family cabbage, partaking par- 
tially of the size of the Drumhead and of the curled leaves of the Savoy. Market gar- 
deners usually find it profitable to provide a limited quantity for discriminating custom- 
ers; for family use it is equalled by none. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00. 

SURE HEAD—Rightly named Sure 
Head, never failing to make a remark- 
ably, fine, solid head, with few outer 
leaves. It is a strong, vigorous grower, 
ripening late for main crop and uniform 
in size and color. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c;.%4 
Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.00. - 

PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH—An im- 
proved strain which is pronounced by 
our gardeners to be “the finest strain of 
late cabbage in the world.” Heads 
very large and heavy, never failing to 
make solid, uniform heads in size and 
color. Pkt. 5¢e: oz. 20c; % Ib. 60c; Ib. $1.75 


WA LORS 


Premium Flat Dutch. 


Sure Head. = 
LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD—An excellent i 

fall and winter variety, heads large, round, SS 
somewhat flattened, compact and of light col- Ss 
or. Pkt. 5c oz. 20@€; % lb. 60c; Ib. $1.75. 

SHORT STEM DRUMHEAD LOUISVILLE— 
Round, flattened at the top, uniform in shape 
and size. Has a very short stem, grows very 
compact, the leaves all turning in to form the 
head; we believe it to be one of the finest 
strains for winter use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 
65c: Ib. $2.00. 

DUTCH WINTER OR DANISH BALLHEAD. 

Best for early spring sales. The heads are 
of medium size, averaging a weight of eight 
pounds, are solid and deep and of fine white 
color, making them entirely distinct from any 
other strain. They keep better than any other 
sort, the heads being just as perfect and solid 
when taken up in the spring as when they 
were put away in the fall. No cabbage will 
sell beide it, even if offered at half the price. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % lb. 75c.; Ib. $2.50. 

RED DUTCH DRUMHEAD—A large head- 
: ing variety, fine for pickling. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25ce; 
St. Louis Market. % Ib. 60c. 

rh Our Cabbage is Long Island grown, where 

the best American Cabbage Seed is raised. 


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German, Moehre oder Gelbe Rueben. CARROTS. French, Carrote. 
One ounce for about 200 feet of drill, 3 to 4 lbs. to an 
acre, 18 inch apart to 3 inches, thinned out in the row. 

The Carrot is one of the most wholesome and nu- 
tritious of our garden roots and deserves to be more 
extensively used for culinary purposes, and we urge 
our readers to give some of the early table sorts a 
trial. For feeding stock especially horses and milch 
cows, the carrot cannot be surpassed and it should 
be more largely grown by farmers for this purpose. 

OX HEART—One of the most valuable for family 
or market use. It is an intermediate between the 
Half Long and Horn varieties, attaining a diameter 
of 3 to 4 in. at the neck, of beautiful shape and rich 
orange color; extra fine quality and very productive. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; lb. 75c. 

EARLY FRENCH FORCING—The earliest variety 
and one largely grown for forcing purposes. It 


red color. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 25c; Ib. 75c. 
LONG ORANGE—A standard field variety, very 
i desirable for stock, but also used for table. Pkt. 5c; 
, oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 25c; lb. 70c. 
3. Long Orange. HALF LONG DANVERS—One of the most pro- 


4. The Half Long Scarlet. ductive and best for field culture. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 
5. Ox Heart. 6. Earlyhorn. % lb. 25c; lb. 70c. 


1. Early Forcing. 2. Danvers. HALF LONG SCARLET—A fine intermediate va- 
riety, bright scarlet smooth, large, excellent quality.Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 25c; lb. 80c 

EARLY SCARLET HORN—A general favorite for early crops. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 
20c; lb. 75e. 

BELGIAN CARROTS—Yellow Belgian—Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 15c; lb. 60c. Used 
for stock feeding. Long White Belgian—Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 15c; Ib. 50e. 


German, Blumenkohl. CAULIFLOWER. French, Choufleur. 
One ounce for about 2,000 plants, 2 oz. per acre; mansplented like cabbage. 
-HENDERSON’S EARLY SNOWBALL—Very 
early and very reliable for heading, besides be- _ 
ing very dwarf_in its habits of growth, and 
very short outer leaves, thus allowing plant- 
ing 30 inches apart each way. We recommend 

it highly. Pkt. 20c; oz. $2.00. 

EXTRA EARLY ERFURT—The best in 
general cultivation for forcing and open 
ground. Head close, compact and large, meas- 
uring from 7 to 10 inches in diameter. Plants 
are quite dwarf and seldom fail to form good 
size, symmetrical head of flower. Pkt. 20c; 
oz. $2.00. 

LENORMANDS—Best large, late variety, 
with well-formed white heads of extra quality. 
Pkt. 10c; oz. 60c. - 

EXTRA EARLY PARIS—Heads are of uni- NERS 
form size, Bee and blanch easily, but are | Snowball. 

Er; not BD large nor of so fine a quality as the Erfurt type. Pkt. 10c; 
oz. 60c. 


CHICORY—Large Rooted—Leaves and stems used ag salad, like 
Endive; root edible; if dried, roasted and ground can be used like 
coffee. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Tb. 25c; 1b. 80c. 


CHIVES—(Schnittlauch.) The Chives are small members of the 
onion tribe, leaves very slender and appear very early in the spring; 
can be shorn several times during the season and used for flavor- 
ing soups and salads. Bulbs 20c per bunch postpaid. 


COLLARDS—(Georgia.) Headless variety of cabbage, the leaves 
used for boiling. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c. 
Five pounds or more of one variety of Carrots, not prepaid, at 15¢ 
less per pound. 


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German, Sellerie. CELE RY. ; 


French, Celeri. 


One ounce for about 3000 plants, 4 oz. per acre, in open ground seed bed; transplant 
in rows 38-4 ft. apart, 6 inches in the row. 


GOLDEN HEARTED DWARF—A dis- 
tinct variety of sturdy dwarf habit. It is 
solid, an excellent keeper and of fine 
nutty flavor. When blanched, the heart, 
which is large and full, is of a light yel- 
low, making it an exceedingly showy and 
desirable variety, both for market and 
home use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 lb. 40c; 
Ib. $1.50. 

WHITE PLUME—Is ornamental, ten- 
der, crisp and of good flavor. By simply 
tying up the stalks and drawing the 
earth up with a hoe, the work of blanch- 
ing is complete. The stalks and inner 
portions of its leaves and heart are a 
pure white. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 60c; 
Ib. $2.00. 

GIANT WHITE SOLID KALAMAZOO 
Among the best of the large growing 
sorts and a favorite variety. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 15c; % lb. 40c; lb. $1.50. 

HENDERSON’S HALF DWARF—En- 
tirely solid, possessing a rich, nutty 
flavor; it has much vigor of growth, sur- 
passing most of the large growing sorts 
in the weight of bunch. Pkt. 5c; oz. 
15¢e; % Ib. 50c; lb. $1.50. 

GIANT PASCAL—This is a green- 
leaved variety; it blanches very quickly 
after earthing up, when it is of a beau- 
tiful yellow white color, very solid and 
crisp and of a nutty flavor which cannot 
be equaled by any other sort. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 15c; % Ib. 50e; Ib. $1.50. 

GOLDEN SELF-BRANCHING—One of 
the standard sorts for early market use. 
When matured, the inner stems and 
leaves are of a beautiful golden yellow. 
Crisp, requires very little earthing up to 
blanch it. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; %4 Ib. $1.00; 
Ib. $3.50. 


CELERIAG OR TURNIP ROOTED 
'CELERY—Grown exclusively for its 
roots, which are turnip shaped. They 
are cooked sliced; used with vinegar 
they make an excellent salad. They 
Yo, are also used for seasoning meats and 
zto flavor soups. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 
E50c. 

“ Old Celery Seed, used in flavoring 
soups, pickles, etc., %4 lb. 10c; lb. 30c. 

Celery Plants can be supplied in June 
and July. 

HOW TO GET SMALL SEEDS TO 

‘GROW IN HOT, DRY WEATHER. 

Laying boards over the rows where 
small seeds are sown will conserve the 
moisture and bring up almost any seeds, ; 
even though the weather be hot and dry. = 
After the seeds sprout and make their 
appearance, raise the boards an inch or =v) === 
so above the surface of the ground, to Golden Hearted. 
give light and air, supporting them at the ends with little cross sticks until the plants 
get sufficient growth and strength to withstand heat. If it is very hot and dry, the 
boards can be raised to a height of two or three inches until the plants become thor- 
oughly well established. 


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German, Sueszkorn. “SWEET CORN. French, Mais. 


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One quart for 50 hills. One peck in hills 24%x3 ft, 6 grains each, for one acre. 
(If by mail, postage 15c per quart, 8c per pint extra.) 


EARLY AND MEDIUM VARIETIES, EARLY MINNESOTA—Very early and excellent 

3 sweet corn, ear large and eight 
rowed; uniform in size. Pkt., 5c; 
qt., 20ce; % bu., $1.00. 

EXTRA EARLY ADAMS—While 
not a sweet corn these are tender, 
white corn for table use, Dwarf 
stock, small ears, very hardy; can 
be planted earlier than any sweet 
corn; mature within sixty days. 
PkKt., 5e3 at., "20e3" 1% -bu.,, *15e. 

EARLY ADAMS—Same as above 
but not as early. 

MAMMOTH WHITE CORY—A va- 
riety that is nearly as early. but is 
larger than the Red Cob Cory. The 
ears are twelve rowed with no open- 
ing between the rows at the base, 
and are symmetrical and handsome. 
The grains are large, broad, very 
white and of excellent quality. Pkt., 
5c; qt., 20c; pk., $1.00. 

EARLY CHAMPION—The Earliest 
Large Sweet Corn Grown. This 
new variety is without question the 
earliest large sweet corn yet intro- 
duced, being only a few days later 
than the first early small sorts. 
Ears very .large, in fact, many of 
the ears grow fully as large as 
Evergreen. It is 10 and 12 rowed 
and pure white in color, very sweet, 
tender and full of milk, yielding 
two and three ears to the stalk. 
Pkt., 5c; qt., 20c; pk., $1.00. 


OLD COLONY—This variety dif- 
fers from the Evergreen in that it 
is a little sweeter and richer in 
quality, but does not remain so long 
in use. Stalks about six and one- 
half feet high, usually bearing two 
large, sixteen to twenty-rowed ears. 
The planter may be sure of a great 
number of marketable ears and as 
great weight of corn per acre as 
can be produced by any variety. We 
do not know of any kind of late 
corn more valuable for the home or 
market garden than our improved 
strain of this splendid sort. Pkt. 
5c; qt., 20ce; % bu., $1.00. 

LANDRETH SUGAR—A_ superb 
early variety and a great favorite 
of Market Gardeners. It is nearly 
as large, but two weeks earlier than 
Stowell’s Evergreen. The cob is 
white and completely covered with 
large, deep kernels of excellent 
Be Pkt., 5c; qt., 25ce; % bu., 

COUNTRY GENTLEMAN — The 
ears are not only of good size, but 
| are produced in great abundance, 
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jtalk. The cob is very small, giving great depth to kernels, which are of pearly white- 
hess. But the great merit if the “Country Gentleman” corn is its delicious quality; it is 
without doubt the sweetest and most tender of all sweet corn, and at the same time with 
ears of good size. Pkt., 5c; qt., 25c; % bu., $1.25. 

WHITE EVERGREEN—It is a high-bred type of Stowell’s Evergreen, so long known 
as the finest main-crop corn—only it is pure white. The stalks are of strong ‘vigorous 
growth, six to seven feet high. The ears are very large and uniformly well filled to the 
tip with long slender grains of the purest whiteness and most delicious sweet flavor. and 
we can recommend it very highly. Pkt., 5c; qt., 20c; % bu., $1.00. 

LATE VARIETIES. 

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN—The late standard main crop variety and if planted at 
the same time with earlier kinds will keep the table supplied until October. Is hardy, 
productive, tender and sugary. Pkt., 5c; qt., 20c; % bu., $1.00. 

MAMMOTH—A late, fine large variety, producing the largest ears of any sweet 
corn. Of excellent quality, sweet and delicious. Pkt., 5c; qt., 20c; % bu., $1.00. 

EGYPTIAN—A variety noted for its productiveness, the stalks bearing from two to 
four ears each, the large size of its ears, its Sweetness and tenderness, a good canning 
sort. Pkt., 5c; qt., 20c; % bu., $1.00. 


German, Garten Cresse. 

CRESS French, Cressom, CORN SALAD 
TRUE WATER CRESS—One of the most 

eas os se salads. Pkt,, 5c; oz. | German, Feldsalat. French, Mache, 
Cc; A °? 1.0 . = 8 
DOUBLE CURLED OR PEPPER-GRASS LARGE SEEDED—Large leaved, Th 

—Desirable for salads. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % best variety for family use. Pkt., 5c; 0oz., 


lb. 15c; Ib.. 50c. 10c; % Ib., 25c; Ib., 80c. 


French, Concombre. C U C U Mi = E = Ss German, Gurke. 


One ounce for 50 hills; one to two lbs. in hills 5x5 ft., 3 to 
4 plants each, for acre. 

EARLY FRAME OR SHORT GREEN—Fruit straight and 
handsome, with crisp, tender, flesh and makes good pickles 
when young. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ib., 25c; I1b., 80c. 

IMPROVED EARLY WHITE SPINE—One of the finest 
for forcing, comes early and is very productive. Excellent 
for pickling. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ib., 25c; Ib., 80c. 

JAPANESE CLIMBING—While all cucumbers are frun- 
ning vines, yet this variety is much more creeping or climb- 
ing in its habit, so much that it quickly climbs on poles or 
trellises in the same manner as the Pole Lima Bean. It is 
entirely distinct. It is well adapted for pickling as well as 
slicing for salads. The great advantage of having a cucumber 
which can be trained on a pole or fence will be apparent to 
ah.= :-Pkt:,-5e3 02:,=156e;4% 1b:230e; Ib; $1.00: 

EVERGREEN WHITE SPINE—Is the most profitable cu- 
cumber for the market gardener. Best for the greenhouse, 
hot bed or for outdoor culture. The earliest and most pro- 
ductive variety. Long, straignt, and of rich, deep green 
color throughout. Brings more money per dozen on the 
street-than any other variety. Our strain is constantly being 
improved and remains in a green, fresh looking state longer 
than any other cucumber. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ilb., 25c; 1b., 80c. 

KLONDIKE—This most excellent variety is of recent in- 
troduction and destined to become the most popular sort in 
cultivation. The fruits are of large, uniform size, most hand- 
some appearance and delicious quality. In addition to this it 

eomes into ‘ 

bearing very 
early, continu- 
ing through 
the season un- 
til killed by 
Erost- dhe 
fruit is firm 

= — and hard and 
keeps in prime condition a long 
time after picking. Pkt., 5c; 0oz., 
10c; % I1b., 25c; 1b., 80c. 


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Long Green. Early Cluster. 

DAVIS PERFECT CUCUMBER—This variety, as its name implies, is a perfect type; 
combining shape, color and productiveness and is equally good for forcing or growing 
out of doors. 
In color a dark 
glossy green, 
Shape slender 
and symmetri- 
cal with an 
average length 
of ten or 


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“welve’_ inches, 
splendid  ship- 
ping qualities. 
It holds its eol- 
or and brittle- 
ness long after 
being cut. Pkt,. 
5c; oz, 10c; % 
lb., 30c; lb., 


$1.00. 
Davis Perfect Cucumber. 

IMPROVED LONG GREEN—wWe fave a superior strain of the well known Long 
Green; is the most uniform, long, straight, smooth and handsome of any we have ever 
seen. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ib., 25c; lb., 80c. - 

COOL AND CRISP—This variety is the earliest and most prolific of all pickling 
cucumbers, and is certain to become a standard sort. Color dark green, almost black, 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; Ib., 80c. : 

BOSTON PICKLING—A distinct variety, which has obtained a great popularity in 
Boston igee arre a pickle It is medium long and a great producer. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 
% Ib., 25c; Ib., c. 


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EARLY CLUSTER—Matures early, bears in clusters near the root; color pale green. 
PKt., 5c; oz., 10c; % I1b., 25c; Ib., 80c. 

EARLY RUSSIAN—A good variety, very productive. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % Ib. 25e; 
Fb., $9c. 

SMALL GHERKIN OR BURR—A very small oval, prickly variety, quite distinct from 
sede a Should be picked when young and tender. Pkt., 5c; 0oz., 20c; %& I1b., 60c; Ib., 


SIBERIAN—Absolutely the earliest cucumber grown; it is a splendid freebearing 
variety, and for early forcing purposes, or for slicing it is the most valuable addition 
ever made. Pkt., 5c; oz, 10c; % Ib., 25e; Ib., 80c. 


EGG PLANT. 


German, Ejijerfrucht. French, Aubergine. 


One ounce for 200 plants, % Ib. for an acre, 3 ft. each way. 


IMPROVED NEW YORK—Best variety in cultivation, 
a sure cropper and of fine quality. Plants are large and 
vigorous; fruit very large, oval and a deep purple color; 
flesh white and tender. Pkt. 5c: oz. 30c ; 14 Ib. 85ce. 

EARLY LONG PURPLE—Very hardy and productive, 
the fruit growing from six to eight inches long, dark pur- 
ple in color. Pkt. 5c: oz. 25¢c; % Ib. 75e. 

We WANT MARKET GARDENERS to have our SPE- 
CIAL MARKET GARDENER’S CATALOGUE. It gives 
lowest prices for onion and other seéds in quantity. It is 
intended for market gardeners only, and will be sent only 
to those who make a business of trucking. 


ENDIVE. 


German, Endivien. French, Chicoree Endivie. 

One ounce for 15 feet drill; will pro- 
duce 3,000 plants. 

GREEN CURLED—TIs the hardiest var- 
iety, with beautifully curled dark green 
leaves, which blanch white and are very 
crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 
40c; lb. $1.25. 

BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN—A large 
Summer variety, very productive, and 
when blanched makes a delicious winter 
salad. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 40c; Ib. 
$1.25. 


GARLIC. 


: ‘ i the 

lic is the most pungent of all the onion family. It is much used in e 
acces Grobe: The root or bulb is composed of many small bulbs called ceva’: 
which are planted in the spring six to eight inches apart. In August the tops will > 
when the bulbs are ready to gather. They do best in light, rich soil. Large aS . 
30c; 3 lbs. 80c; postpaid. Small bulblets, 40c per lb., postpaid. Write for prices on large 
lots. ; 


i i i i lant- 
RSE RADISH—Fine, large, thick roots may be grown in a single season by p 
ing ae bentiare roots early in ibe spring in good, rich, loose soil. Fresh plantings Shae 
be made from year to year as the old roots grow rough and prongy. Small roots by 
mail, sper dozen, 25c; per £00, T5e:. See. Vax 


KALE OR BORECOLE. 


German, Blaetter Kohl: French, Chouvert. 


DWAREF GREEN GERMAN—A dwarf 
variety, growing about eighteen inches 
in height but spreading under good cul- 
tivation to three feet in diameter, leaves 
are curly, bright green, beautifully 
curled, very tender and makes splendid 
greens for winter. Pkt., 5c; oz. 10c; % 
2b: 30cCs Ibs 100! 


ery hardy, and is much improved by 
- =frost. Two feet high. Pkt. 5e; oz. 15¢; 
== % Ib. 40c. 

p = DRUMHEAD KALE—TIs a new variety 
= which is highly recommended. It forms a 
= loose head like a lettuce, is crisp and ten- 
der and makes the finest kind of greens. 
ory it. Pkt., 5e3 0Z. ibe: 14; 1b. 40e 


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KOHL RABI. NW LEEK. 
German, Kohlrabi. French, Chou Rave. \ \ by German, Lauch-Porre. 
EARLY WHITE VIENNA—Very early| YQ French, Poireau. 
small, handsome white bulb; a fine vari- LARGE AMERICAN 
ety for forcing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. FLAG—Is the variety 
60c. , i : 
EARLY PURPLE VIENNA—Nearly iden- Eats hee ate eee 
tical with above, except in color, which is sort; is hardy and of good 
a bright purple, and the leaf stems tinged quality. PS Renee 
with purple. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 60c. ¥, Ib. 35c. . , 2 


Musselburg—Large and 


LETTUCE. broad leaves; flavor mild 


German, Salat. 1) and pleasant. Pkt. 5c; oz. 
French, Laitue. y . 15c; % lb. 35c. 


One ounce for 100 sq. ft. will produce about 3,000 plants; 3 lbs. per acre, in drills, 1% 
lb. in seed bed. 

EARLY CURLED SIMPSON—One of the best early sorts for market. Leaves beau- 
tiful crimpled, dark green, tender and crisp. Recommended for general cultivation. 
Pkt..5e; oz. 10c;. 14 Ib, 20c; Ib. T5c. 

BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON—Like the Curled Simpson, this variety does not form 
a head, but it differs from that variety in being much lighter in color, the leaves being 
nearly white and attaining nearly double the size. Stands the summer heat well and 
is especially adapted for forcing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 4 lb. 20c; Ib. 75c. 

EARLY CURLED SILESIAN—A fine early curled variety which does not head; 
leaves large and tender and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 75c. 


GRAND RAPIDS FORCING LET- 
TUCE—A distinct variety. Seed black. 
As a forcing lettuce this undoubtedly 
stands at head of the list. Leaves 
medium size, light yellowish green 
color; much crimped and frilled. Of 
very upright growth, with loose clus- 
ter of leaves; crisp, tender and of 
good quality. Owing to its upright 
habit it may be planted very closely. 
It is of rapid growth, retains. its |Ss ( HW SSI EO 
freshness long after cutting. Pkt. 5c; |S SEE biG) ross ons 
oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; lb. 80ce. 5 PG MO\ << : 


HANSON—Heads green outside and 
white inside, grows to a remarkable 
size, very solid and is deliciously 
sweet, crisp and tender, even to outer 
leaves. It stands the hot sun better 
than most other varieties. Pkt. 5c: 
oz. 10c; %4 lb. 25c; lb. 80c. 


Grand Rapids. 

PRIZE HEAD—It forms a mammoth head and remains tender and crisp throughout 
the season; is prompt to head but slow to seed; of superior flavor and very hardy. Pkt 
5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; 1b. 80c. 


LiMLE: 


BIG BOSTON—Identical in color, shape 
and general appearance with the famous 
Boston Market, but is double the size. It 
is about one week later, but its solidity 
and greater size makes it a most valu- 
able sort. Most desirable either for 
forcing in cold frames or open ground 
planting. Popular with market garden- 
ers and truckers because it always pro- 
duces large, solid, salable heads, which 


eS — are crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c; oz, 10c; 
Boston. ¥% Ib. 25c; Ib. 85ce, 


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TENNIS BALL—White Seeded or Boston Market. A standard and justly popular 
early variety, forming a close, hard head; very hardy. crisp and tender, excellent for 
forcing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25ce; Ib. 80ce. 

CALIFORNIA CREAM BUTTER—Heads round, large, and of a beautiful appearance. 
The outer leaves are medium green, marked with small brown spots; inner leaves of a 
rich cream color. Medium early and makes a good sort for summer use. Quality very 
good, rich buttery flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c. 

SALAMANDER—A bright green and attractive sort. Heads solid, composed of thick 
and very tender leaves, which resist summer heat admirably. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 4% 
Ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00. 

SILVER BALL—A handsome variety: head of silvery white color, very solid and firm, 
exquisite flavor and attractive appearance. 
A splendid variety for winter forcing, also 
for early spring and summer use. Pkt. 5c; 
| OZ. 10c; % lb. 25e; Ib. 80c. 
374@| GOLDEN STONE-HEAD—As its name in- 
ives dicates, is golden and heads are very solid; 
iis about as early as the Tennis-Ball, but the 
heads are much larger; we would recom- 
i SSE NC (z= Mend it to the gardener for its earliness 
yl —~ S J and large size. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25e; 


we 


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Sy : h\ A Zs lb. 80c. 

2 WM Ne ZZE DENVER MARKET—An early variety of 

iN head lettuce, either for forcing or open 

\ Aw ® ground; forms large, solid heads, light 

i A504 green color and is slow to go to seed; leaves 

are beautifully marked and blistered; crisp, 

tender and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c; 


# OZ. 10c; % Ib. 30c; 1b. $1.00. 


DEACON—(Seed White.) This does not 
make as large a head as some others, but 
the heads formed are very solid and of exce!}- 
lent flavor, and remain in condition for use 
as long as any variety in cultivation. Plant 
medium sized, with very few outer leaves 
which are a deep green and very thick. The 
inner leaves branch to a bright, rich yel- 
low, and are exceedingly well flavored, 
crisp and tender. This is certainly one of 
the best in quality of the summer heading 
sorts. Pkt. 5c; oz.10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c. 

BROWN DUTCH—(Seed Black.) An old 
sort, noted for its hardiness. Leaves large, 
thick, green, tinged with brown. It always ; 
forms a large, solid head which is somewhat coarse looking, but the inner leaves are 
beautifully blanched, exceedingly sweet, tender and well flavored. Desirable because 
of its hardiness and fine quality. May be used in the south as a winter lettuce. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 25c; lb. 80c. 

ICEBERG—Large, handsome head, fine flavor. The light green, curly outside leaves 
have slightly reddish edges. The inside leaves are strongly arched, making a solid, 
well-blanched head. Very hard-heading and deliciously crisp. One of the best of the 
newer sorts, and we highly recommend it for home gardens. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 4 Ib. 
25c; lb. 80c. 


German, Zuckermelone. MUSK MELONS. French, Cantelope-Melon. 

One ounce to sixty hills. Two to three pounds in hills 6x6 ft. apart, 3 to 4 plants each 
for an acre. 

NETTED NUTMEG—We consider this the best variety in cultivation for family use. 
Vines vigorous, hardy, productive; fruit round, slightly flattened at both ends, ribbed, 
covered with coarse netting; flesh very thick, green and of a high flavor. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 10c; % lb. 25c; lb. 80c. . 

IMPROVED CANTALOUPE—It is justly considered by gardeners the finest in culti- 
vation. It is of large size, finely netted and deeply ribbed, flesh light green; rich, 
sweet and most delicious flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c: % lb. 25c; Ib. 80c, 


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BURRELL GEM—The new Rocky Ford Cantaloupe with golden meat, has sold for 
more than double the price of the old variety, and will ship twice as far. The melons 
weigh about 2 lbs. each, and are exceptionally fine in flavor and depth of meat. Many 
high class hotels and restaurants are using them exclusively when obtainable. Pkt. 
10c; oz. 30c. 


EARLY HACKENSACK—In shape and color 
similar to the old Hackensack, the only differ- 
ence being its earliness, at least ten days earlier, 
nutmeg shape, heavily netted and light green 
flesh of very delicious taste. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 
At 200-1. (oe. 

MILLER’S CREAM OF OSAGE—This melon 
is medium size, color dark green, slightly netted. 
The flesh is of a rich salmon color, very thick 
and delicious, rind very thin, melons of handsome 
shape and appearance. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 
20c; Ib. 75c. 

CHAMPION MARKET—Splendid variety of 
Netted Gem Type, producing fruits nearly three 

Early Hackensack. times as large as original Gem or “Rocky Ford.” 
Melons very regular in form, nearly round, averaging eight inches in diameter, heavy 
well netted ribs, thick light-green flesh, very thin rind, true Netted Gem flavor. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25¢e; lb. 80c postpaid. 


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Champion Market. 
1 ROCKY FORD—This valuable canteloupe has today the 
aw largest Sale of any melon on the general market. They are 
NES very uniform in shape and size, weighing from 1% to 2 
poo: WeeBas lbs., skin green and thickly netted; flesh of light-green 
ofS YES color and very sweet. The quality and flavor of these 
melons have never been equalled. It is a good keeper, 
hardy, and the best shipping variety ever introduced. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; 1b. 75e. 

PAUL ROSE—We have been greatly pleased with this 
new variety during the past season, and we consider it one 
of the finest sorts. It is the result of the cross of the 
Osage and Netted Gem, and it combines the sweetness and 
high flavor of the former with the fine netting and super- 
ior shipping qualities of the Netted Gem. It is of peculiar- 
ly sweet, rich, delicious flavor, and a long keeper. If you 
are a gardener, plant it and catch top of market prices. 

<S See Le Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 25c; Ib. 80ce. 
Rockyford. GOLDEN NETTED GEM—One of the earliest, best and 
most prolific small melons grown. They are globe shaped, uniform in size; flesh light 
green and very fine in flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % 1b. 25c; 1b. 80ce. 
WE CAN SUPPLY THE FOLLOWING STANDARD VARIETIES OF MUSK MELON. 


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Pkt. Oz. %4 lb. Ib. Pkt. Oz. % |b. Ib. 
Jrand Rapids, ...... ae He Le = 206 00. 1d Dananiten tes cote ai. 6 5e 15¢e 45¢e 1.25 
Oxtra-hany Citron. ..: 5c” We-"20e* :75 feniy fand? #3. asses 5e 10c 20c 75c 
Ver. Peaches: 122" 2) *5e~ the 450" 1:25 - Velmonico, Sloe. 5e 10c 20ce T5ce 
WORGbCAl sate. fe cece << be ioe ~20e 15 FPINCESS, 1 APS: Be 10c 20c. 75c 


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German, Wassermelone. WATERMELONS. French, Melon d’eau. 


One ounce for about 12 to 15 hills; 3 to 4 pounds in hills, 10 seeds each thinned out 
to 3 good plants, per acre. 


MOUNTAIN SWEET—Fruit oblong, dark green, rind thin, flesh very solid and very 
sweet. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; Ib. 60c. ; 


ICE CREAM OR PEERLESS—Fruit of medium size, nearly round, rind pale green 
and thin, flesh solid and delicious. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 1b. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


SWEET HEART—This variety has no equal-as a melon to ship to distant markets, 
and it is so attractive in appearance that it is readily sold when all others are a drug. 
[t is very large, a little longer than thick, but nearly globular. Skin very bright, beau- 
tifully mottled green. Flesh bright red, firm and heavy, but crisp, melting and sweet. 
It is not only a good keeper, but it improves in quality for a long time after ripening. 
Seeds dark gray. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; lb. 60c. 

ROUND LIGHT ICING AND DARK ICING—These two melons, one a light and the 
other dark skinned, are very similar in shape, flesh and flavor, and combine all of the 
good qualities essential to perfection. Are good sorts for shipping. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 
Y% Ib. 20c; 1b. 60c. 


LONG LIGHT ICING—The skin is a mottled gray color, shape long, flesh bright 
crimson and of sweet, delicious flavor. One of the most productive varieties known, 
and destined to become a popular variety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


FORDHOOK EARLY—“This new melon has been grown side by side with all other 
early sorts, and has proven itself to be the earliest of all.” From seed planted on 
the tenth day of May, large, ripe melons were picked the last week in July, thus 
demonstrating its inbred character of maturing extra early. The average weight of 
the melons, even during an exceptionally bad season, was thirty-five pounds each—a 
size rarely attained by any other extra early melon under favorable conditions. The 
rind is tough, making it a valuable variety for shipping; the outer color is a uniform 
medium green; seeds white; flesh is bright red and very sweet. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 
Ib. 20c; lb. 65c. 


COLE’S EARLY—lIt is the finest everyday melon for the amateur that we have 
ever seen, a sure cropper, and extremely delicate in texture of flesh, which is of a 
dark red color; the rind is thin, and the quality of the flesh is sustained clear to 
the rind. It is, however, exceedingly brittle, hence not desirable for shipping pur- 
poses, but possessing all the other most desirable features, can highly recommend it 
for home use. The melons are of medium size, nearly round in shape; green, striped 
with lighter shades. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 1b. 20c; lb. 60c. 


KLECKLEY’S SWEET—An entirely distinct and new water melon, which is early, 
large, handsome, Eaves pee shipper, long keeper, bright color, excellent quality. 
) == This is the best melon ever introduced. 

It is the largest early water melon to 
mature, ripening in the remarkably short 
time of 65 to 80 days after planting and 
weighing under ordinary cultivation from 
40 to 60 lbs. each. It is the greatest 
yielder, the sweetest, juciest, most crisp 
and solid melon ever produced, never 
having a hollow or pithy center when 
ripe. It is the easiest seller; once tried, 
wi zs tar a people will have no oer Inside is a 
brilliant red, outside a rich, dark green. 

Kleckley’s Sweet. Many will measure 214 feet long. It is 
certainly the finest appearing melon ever produced for market or table use. It has 
proved to be an excellent shipper. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; Ib. 65c. 

BLACK DIAMOND—It is the most prolific Watermelon ever planted. Its color 
is a rich, dark green, almost black. Of uniform symmetrical shape, roundish to blunty 
oval, and this similarity of shape running through the whole field. The habit of the 
vine is extremely vigorous. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 25c; lb. 75c. 

ROCKY FORD WATERMELON—This melon is considered one of the best for 
this climate. The skin is dark green, flesh bright scarlet, ripening close to the 
skin, the rind being only about one-half inch in thickness. Seeds white lying close 
to the rind, leaving a large solid heart, which does not crack open when ripe. The 
scarlet flesh is sweet and sugary and of such texture that it leaves no strings of 
pulp whatever in eating. The melon is better for home use than for shipping, and 
we believe it is the best table melon today. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c. 

Special Prices on Application to Large Melon Growers. 


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MAMMOTH IRONCLAD 
—The shape is most per- 
fect; skin handsomely 
striped. The flesh is par- 
ticularly beautiful scarlet, 
of most delicious quality, 
nice sugary flavor. A very 
large melon and the flesh 
next to the rind is equal to 
the heart in luscious taste. § 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. R 
20c; 1b. 60c. y 

GEORGIA RATTLE 
SNAKE — Ranks among 
the largest and best sorts 
and is a good shipper for 
long distances. Flesh 
bright scarlet and very 
sweet. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 
1% lb. 20c; Ib. 60c 


CUBAN QUEEN—One of the largest and 
best melons grown. An excellent keep- 
er, skin beautifully striped black and light 
green; red flesh, solid and finely flavored. 


DIXIE—This new and desirable va- 
riety of Southern origin, is a cross 
between Kolb’s Gem and Mountain 
Sweet, having the.tough rind and long 
keeping qualities of the former, com- 
bined with the great productiveness 
and high flavor of the latter. Vines 
vigorous, large growing and hardy, 
fruit medium size to the very largest 
about one-third longer than _ thick, 
Color of skin dark green, striped with 
a lighter shade, making it very at- 
tractive; rind thin, but tough; flesh 


SAT iy 


=/ (2) bright scarlet, ripens closely to the 


RET RILALA St 


rind. Pkt. 5¢c; oz. 10c; %4 {lb. 20c; 
Ib. 60¢. 


Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


We can also supply the following stand- 
ard varieties of Water Melon: 


Pkt. 
Florida Favorite, ....... 5e 
Seminoles. eee. eee’. 5c 
Phinney’s Early. ........ 5c 
Pride of Georgia. ....... 5e 
GCHEONE. 5 .Aecok iw ee ans 5e 
Gray Monarch. °; soe. <2: 5c 
Kansas Stock. .......... 5¢ 


ERM pR ss oars as Smite sae 


Oz. % Ib. Ib. 


10c 
10¢ 
10c 
10¢ 
10¢ 
10c¢ 
10¢ 
10c 


20¢ 
20¢ 
20c 
20c¢ 
20¢ 
20¢c 
20c 
20¢ 


Rattle Snake. 

KOLB GEM—The most profitable sort to 
grow for shipping long distances and is prob- 
ably used for this purpose more than all oth- 
ers. Vines of small size but remarkably vig- 
orous and healthy. Fruit of the largest size, 


round or slightly oval, light green. Flesh 


bright red, extending within half an inch of 
the outer rind, which is very hard. Always 
solid, sweet and tender. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % 
Ib. 20c; lb. 60e. 

JUMBO—The shape is round, color green 
with faint lighter stripes; deep red meat, sur- 
passing all other varieties in flavor and size, 
and as a market melon sells more rapidly 


2 and for higher prices. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 
20c; lb. 60c. 


60¢c 
60c 
60c 
60c 
60c 
60c 
60c 
60c 


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MUSHROOM SPAWN. French, Blane de Champignon. 


German, Champignonbrut. 


One brick will plant eight to ten square 
feet of bed. 


CULTURE—Fermenting horse manure 
mixed with an equal amount of fresh sod 
loam, is made into beds, the size required 
eight inches deep. See to it that bed is 
packed very solidly and evenly. Plant the 
broken pieces of Spawn six inches apart 
7 covering the whole with two inches of soil 
and protect from cold and rain. The Mush- 
room will appear in about six weeks. 
Water sparingly with lukewarm water. 

Mushrooms are very much more: easily 
cultivated than is generally supposed. They 
can be successfully grown in a cellar, under 
green house benches or in sheds. 


ENGLISH SPAWN—Per brick, postage 
paid, 30c. 


FRENCH SPAWN—Put up loose. Price, 
per lb., by mail, 45c. 


German, Senf. MUSTARD. 
“WHITE ENGLISH—Most desirable for salad and 
culinary purposes. Oz. 5c; %4 Ib. 10c; Ib. 30c. 
BLACK OR BROWN—Oz. 5c; % Ib. 10c; lb. 30c. 
SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED—This mustard is 
very highly esteemed. Our stock is the true curled 
leaf. The seed is brown and produces plants which 
often: grow two feet high, and of a greater breadth, : 
forming enormous bunches. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 4 1b "—=2223 S33 
25c; Ib. 75e. Se —ee——e———eEeEeEeEeEeEeE=En 
OSTRICH PLUME—The leaves are long, ruffled and frilled. The edges are curled 
like double curled parsley, making the leaves equally as desirable for garnishing. It 
stands well even during the hot summer months, while the leaves can be cut quite as 
early as those of other sorts and are unsurpassed for “greens”, being available before 
any other vegetable. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 45c. 


OKRA CR GUMBO. 


German, Hibiscus. French, Gombo. 


a SSS 


1 oz. sows 50 feet of drill. 


This is a delicious vegetable. The young 
green pods make a healthful and nutritious 
soup, and when pickled are a fine salad. 


WHITE VELVET—A _ valuable variety 
characterized by its round, smooth pods, 
wm, free from ridges and seams. It is the 

°most prolific Okra now offered, bearing 16 
to 20 remarkably white pods per stalk; all 
well filled with tender, well-flavored fruit, 
rich in mucilaginous properties. Dried in 
the shade the pods can be used for soups 
at any time. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; 
Ib. 60c. 


LONG GREEN POD—Dwarf plant, pro- 
ducing pods of unusual length, often 10 
inches long when mature, very slim and of 
intensely green color. The best of all green 
sorts. Canned for Winter use in large 
quantities. No other sort can compare with 
this. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 15¢; 1b: 50e, 


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German, Zwiebel. ONIONS. French, Oignon. 


One ounce for 100 feet of drill, four to six pounds in drills for an acre, 14 to 20 
inches apart, 3 to 4 inch thinned out. 

There is no crop more generally grown than of the Onion and no vegetable in which 
the quality of the seed exerts a greater influence on the crop. Our stock is carefully 
grown from choice selected bulbs and is unsurpassed in quality or vitality. 

Quality first and price after is our motto and in no place is it more appreciated than 
in onion seed. 


EXTRA EARLY RED—A medium size flat 
variety, an abundant producer and very uni- 
form in shape and size, moderately strong fla- 
vored and comes into use nearly two weeks 
earlier than the Large Red Wethersfield, very 
desirable for early market use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 
15c; % lb. 40c; Ib. $1.25. 


LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD—This is the 
standard red variety. Large size, skin deep 
purple red, form round, somewhat flattened, 
flesh purplish white, moderately fine grained, 
mild flavor, very productive, the best keeper, 
and one of the most popular for general culti- 
vation. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 40c; lb. $1.50. 


SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE—This improved 
very best strain in cultivation. It is the 
cropper. It is also the most reliable for bot- 
variety is pronounced by many growers as the 
uniformly perfect in shape and the largest 

Southport Red Globe. earliest of the Globe varieties, large in size, 
toming and one of the best keepers of all American Onions; a splendid market or table 
Onion. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 60c; Ib., $2.00. 


AUSTRALIAN BROWN—This onion is the 
most valuable that has been introduced in a 
generation. Is of medium size, wonderfully 
hard and solid, and most attractive for market. 
both in form and appearance. It is extremely 
early in ripening, and never makes any stiff- 
necks or scullions. Every seed seems to pro- 
duce a good size onion, and the bulbs begin to 
form very quickly. Planted with the Red 
Wethersfield, it has proved to be nearly four 
weeks earlier, and ripens more uniformly. It 
has good table qualities, and will keep in good 
condition longer than any other onion known. 
Its beautiful amber color, so different from 
any other onion, makes it a desirable market 
variety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 40c; Ib. $1.25. 


YELLOW DANVERS—A fine variety of me- 
dium size, globular, mild flavor and very pro- 
ductive, ripens early and is a good keeper. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 60c; lb. $1.50. 


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YELLOW STRASBURG or DUTCH—One of the 
~ oldest varieties; bulbs quite flat, of good size; 
skin yellow, of darker color than the Danvers; 
flesh white, of mild flavor; keeps well. This is the — 
variety that is used mostly for growing Yellow 
Onion Sets. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 40c; Ib. $1.50. | 


YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS—A fine produc 
tive variety of medium size; globular; skin of a 
beautiful silver yellow color; flesh white, com- 
paratively mild and well flavored. The yield per 
acre from seeds is very often six hundred bushels, 
The best Yellow Globe Danvers'is the most popu- 
lar and one of the most profitable of all onions to 
a ect ee grow for market. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 60c; 
Australian brown. Ib, $1.50. 


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EXTRA EARLY BARLETTA—This is a distinct new variety; the very earliest onion 
in cultivation. It is fully two weeks earlier than the Early White Queen, which. here- 
tofore has been the earliest variety on the market. They are of pure paper white 
color, very mild and delicate in flavor, 14% inches in diameter, and % of an inch in 

a = °£ WQ]AL\a ; thickness. For table use and pickling it is most 

SX valuable. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 50c; Ib. $1.50. 


SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE—One of the hand- 
somest onions grown and rapidly taking the lead in 
our market; a large yielder. mild in flavor, clear 
white skin and in every way. to be recommended, 
one of the best varieties to sow for early bunching. 
SSS Pkt. 5c; oz. 15¢e; %4 Ib. 60c; Ib. $2.00. 


7 == White Globe. 


WHITE. PORTUGAL or SILVER- 
SKIN—A large, flat onion of mild 
flavor and great beauty, its clear, 
white skin glistening like silver. A jWR!j 
favorite with many for use when ji 
young as a salad or bunching onion, ji WE 
and for pickles; it is also a good keep- iI} 
er and fine for fall and early winter 
use. An excellent sort for gardeners #% 
who do not plant more than one va- (7 
riety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 60c; 1 
Ib. $2.00. MMM 


PRIZE TAKER—This is the large, BX 
beautiful onion that is seen every 
fall offered for sale at the fruit stands. 
The outside skin is of a rich straw 
color, while the flesh is white, sweet, 
mild and tender. They bottom well, 
are free from stiff necks and produce 
enormously. .You cannot afford to do 


without them. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % th er Ki 
Ib. 40c; Ib. $1.25. Mammoth Silv King. 


MAMMOTH SILVER KING—An enormously large flat onion resembling the White 
Italian Tripoli, but is larger, slightly later and a better keeper, making it better suited 
for fall and winter market. Skin silvery white, flesh pure white, very tender and mild 
flavored. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15¢c; %4 Ib. 50c; Ib. $1.50. 

RED BERMUDA—Very early pale red onion grown extensively in the Bermudas 
and southern parts of the United States for early shipping to Northern markets. Grown 
in our climate, the bulbs are smaller, but mature early and retain much of the mild, 
sweet flavor of the imported ones. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15e; % lb. 75¢; Ib. $2.00. 

WHITE BERMUDA—Mild flavor; white 
oN in color; trade seo = a Red. Pkt. 
Cat NWYs*ic; 02. 15c; 1%4 Ib. 75c; Ib. $2.00. 
o> il Qt. %bu. Bu. 
Red Top Sets or Button..15c $1.00 $3.50 


Red Bottom Sets. ........ 15c 7%5c 2.75 
Yellow Bottom Sets. ..... 15e 80c 2.75 
White Bottom Sets. ...... 20c 80c 3.00 
Winter Top or _ Button 

Scéts, hicks kee »---loc 70c 2.25 
White Multipliers. ....... 25ce 1.25 4.00 


One quart to 40 feet drill; 8 bushels per 
acre. 

Postage 10 cents per quart extra. Prices 
subject to fluctuation. 


[Prices for Larger Quantities on Application. 


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PARSNIPS. French, Panals. 


One ounce to 200 feet of drill, 4 to 5 lbs. in 


drills per acre, 2 to 3 ft. apart thinned to 
6 inch, 


LONG SUGAR—Best variety for general 
purposes. Very hardy and will keep through 
; winter without protection. Pkt. 5c; oz. 
m= 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 50c. 


- HOLLOW CROWN—A popular variety, 
' extremely smooth and even and of fine 
‘ flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 50e. 


MAGNUM BONUM—It is a very heavy 
cropper, the roots are very smooth, flesh 
fine grained and of excellent quality. The 
best variety for the market or home gar- 
den. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 50c. 


GUERNSEY—Roots comparatively short, 
ending somewhat abruptly, with a small tap 
root; grows mostly below the surface; has 
very smooth, clean skin, and is easily dis- 
iti tinguished by the leaves arising from a 
HH cavity on the top or crown of the root. 


German, Pastinake. 


= Guernsey. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c: Ib. 50c. 
: a Cl os 
= German, Petersilie. PARSLEY. French, Persil. 
3 DOUBLE CURLED or My- Paes 
I att’s Garnishing — No variety 


A is more attractive when wellad 
sl grown; excellent for garnish-* 
% ing. Resembles a tuft of finely 
: curled glass; is hardy and slow € 
Long Sugar, to run to seed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10e; 
1% Ib. 30c; Ib. 80c. 


Extra fine for garnishing and culinary purposes. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 30c; Ib. 80c. 


German, Erbse. PEAS. French, Pois. 
EXTRA EARLY SORTS. One quart for seventy-five feet of drill two to three bushels 
in drill per acre 36 inches apart in drill rows. If by mail, postage 15c per quart, 8c per 
pint extra. ; 
All wrinkled peas remain longer in season, are more delicate in flavor, and are 
sweeter than smoother sorts, for as in sugar corn, the wrinkled appearance indicates a 
greater amount of saccharine matter. 


ALASKA—or Earliest of All—Without 
doubt the earliest and best smooth blue 
Pea, ranking with the First and Best as 
to evenness, uniformity in ripening and 
earliness. Ripens all the crop at once 
and an invaluable variety for market 
gardeners and canners. Vines two to 
two and one-half feet high. Pkt. 5c; qt 
20c; % bu. $1.25. 


FIRST AND BEST—This is our stand- 
ard Extra Early Pea and market garden- 
ers’ favorite. Vigorous, 20 to 24 inches in © 
height, pods long and well filled and very © 
productive. Peas of good size and of 
fine quality, second to none in early ma- 
turity; nearly the whole crop can be tak- 
en in two pickings. Qt. 20c; %4 bu. $1.25. 


GRADUS—This is the most attractive 
novelty of recent years, its large, hand- 
some pods resembling Telephone in shape 

——_ and size, well filled with large peas, 
ripening the earliest, and is certainly to be eagerly sought. Habit vigorous, very quick 


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to germinate.and push to maturity, foliage large, pale green in color; 
pods long, straight, slightly rounded at the point; seed large, 
wrinkled, cream color, height three feet. Pkt. 10c; qt. 40c; % bu. 
$1.75. 


SECOND EARLY. 

PREMIUM LITTLE GEM—This variety is a little larger grow- 
ing than the American Wonder, the height being: usually from ten 
to fifteen inches, is more branched, bears larger pods and more of 
them, while the green peas are of excellent flavor. We think this 
=a to be, all things considered, the very best dwarf wrinkled pea for 

Gradus. general use. Almost as early as the American Wonder. Pkt. 5c; 
qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.50. 


TELEPHONE—Very productive, of fine 
quality and excellent sugary flavor. Pods 
grow very large and closely packed. Pkt. 
5c; qt. 20c; %4 bu. $1.50. 


AMERICAN WONDER—A variety whose #& 
stout branching vines grow only from ten “ai 
to twelve inches high, and are covered with fag 
long, well filled pods of exceedingly sweet, “VAs 
tender peas. Nearly as early as First and @ea4Z 
Best. Pkt. 5¢; qt. 25c; % bu. $1.50. 


McLEANS BLUE PETER—An early blue SNEPIOAN WONDER FAie: 
pea of fine quality as dwarf as Tom Thumb 
and a good producer. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 
bu. $1.75. 


TOM THUMB—An early dwarf pea, very pro- 
ductive; grows about nine inches high. Pkt. 5c; 
qt. 25e; % bu. $1.50. 


=a > McLEAN’S ADVANCER—Green wrinkled va- 

W riety about two and one-half feet high; produces 

abundantly with long, well filled pods. Pkt. 5c; 
\ qt. 20c; % bu. $1.25. 


i\ YORKSHIRE HERO—As_ thoroughly well 
\ \Y \jknown probably as any variety, and justly 
We prized for its genuine worth. Hardy, productive, 
Wa upright in growth, broad, short pods borne near 
A\\\ the top of the stalk. Pea large and of good qual- 
A\lliitity. Season late. Height 21% feet; seed large; 
N\\Wet sreen wrinkled, flattened. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; % 


BLISS ABUNDANCE—Pods three to four and 
‘one-half inches long, roundish and well filled 
HCO with large, excellent peas. The most striking 
PAN A feature to branch directly from the roots form- 
2 | H\ \ Py" Nie ing a veritable bush; grows from fifteen to 
\ eighteen inches high. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; 4 bu 
: a $1.25. 
Bliss Everbearing. 

BLISS EVERBEARING—Grows from one and 
one-half to two feet high, of branching habit, 
pods from three to four inches long, containing 
from six to eight of the very largest peas, of particularly rich flavor. Unsurpassed in 
quality and very productive, continuing a long time in bearing. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; pk. $1.25. 


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NOTT’S EXCELSIOR—This is a very fine, new, extra early Dwarf 
Wrinkled Pea, foliage dark green and rather heavy, holm close joint- 

ed. The pods average fully one-third larger than the American Won- 

der, and while it may not always be quite so early, by a few days, 
\ are all ready for picking at one time. Each pod contains six to eight 
large peas, which are of unusually sweet flavor; so closely are the 
peas packed that they are flattened against each other. Pkt. 5e; at. 
25c; Y% bu., $1.50. 


LATE VARIETIES. 


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bearer and yields abundant- 
ly. Pods medium size, numerous and full of 
peas of a delicious sweet flavor. No pea grown bet- 
ter meets the requirements of the market garden- 
er in this locality where the crops are subject to 
dry weather. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; % bu. $1.25. 


IMPROVED STRATAGEM—Vine of medium 
height, but stout, with large, light green leaves, 
and bearing near the top, a good number large, 
well filled pods, fine quality. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; 
% bu. $1.25. 


CHAMPION OF ENGLAND—Universally ad- 
mitted to ee one of the richest and best flavored 
Peas grown, ard very productive. Height four or 
five feet. Pkt. 5c; qt. 20c; %4 bu. $1.25. 

LARGE WHITE MARROWFAT—One of the 
oldest varieties in cultivation and a favorite mar- 
ket sort. Pods large, well filled and of excellent 
quality. Pkt. 5c; qt. 15c; % bu. $1.00. 


BLACK EYE MARROWFAT—An excellent va- 
riety, growing about five feet high; pods large, 
a prolific bearer and can be recommended as one 
of the very best Marrowfat sorts. Pkt. 5c; qt. 15c; 
bu. $1.00. 


PRIDE OF THE MARKET—A round, blue Pea, 
with pods of enormous size, well filled. Requires 
no sticks and unequaled for productiveness. Of ii 
vigorous growth, attaining a height of eighteen to {ills 
twenty-four inches. Pkt. 5c; qt. 25c; %4 bu. $1.60. Jill 

DWARF SUGAR, EDIBLE PODS—Can be used 
in green state like string beans. Pkt. 5c; at. 
30c; %& bu. $2.00. 

Good Crops can be depended upon if the ground 
is well prepared and the seed is good. We will 
furnish seed that is all right. The grower must 
do the rest. 

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\ quiring Beans, Peas, Sugar Corn, or other Seeds 
Jin quantity, we shal! be Bees to quote special 
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FIELD PEAS—Field Peas deserve more general attention for fodder than they now 
about six weeks earlier. For cows, the crop should be cut and fed green. For hogs alone 
about six weeks earlier. For cows, the crop should be cut and fed green. For hogs alone 
it can be used as pasturage. Field Peas can be sown either alone or with oats as early 
as the condition of the soil will permit. If the stubble from green winter rye or other 
crops cut in June be turned under and sown to mixed peas and oats, it will furnish a 
large amount of forage in August when grass pasture is usually short. As fertilizer, 
Field Peas should be plowed under when in blossom. They will grow on land that will 
not produce clover. Canada Field, per 4% bu. 60c; bu., $2.00. 


German, Pfeffer. PEPPER. French, Piment. 


GOLDEN DAWN MANGO—Plants~ quite 
dwarf but very prolific. Fruit medium in size 
and of inverted bell shape, rich golden yellow 
color, with very thick, sweet, mild flavored 
flesh. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % Ib. 75c. 


LARGE BELL—or Bull Nose—An early va- 
riety of mild flavor; rind thick and fleshy. Is 
a favorite for use as pickles or in its crude 
state. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25e; % Ib. 75c. 


LONG RED CAYENNE—A long, slim, point- 
ed pod and when ripe of a bright red color. 
Very strong and pungent. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; 
\% lb. 75ce. 


RUBY KING—An exceedingly large and 
handsome pepper of mild flavor; the fruit a 
bright, ruby red. It can be sliced for salads 
or eaten with salt and vinegar, like tomatoes 
and cucumbers. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 Ib. T5e. 


CHINEST GIANT—Double the size of “Ruby 
King’—Not only is it early in ripening and 
immensely productive for so large a pepper, 
but its enormous size will cause it to sell most 
readily. The monstrous fruits are of thick, 
blocky form and of most brilliant glossy scar- : = a 
let. All are uniformly of most “enormous” Golden Dawn. 
size. The flesh is extremely mild and makes : 
an excellent salad sliced and served like to- 
matoes. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; %4 lb. 75c. 


RED CHILI—A late variety, used in the manufacture of 
, pepper sauce. The bright, rich red pods are about two inches 
long, one-third to one-half inch in diameter at the base, taper- 
ging to a sharp point, and exceedingly pungent when ripe. 
Requires a long, warm season. The plants should be started 
quite early in hot beds. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25e; % lb. 75c. 


CELESTIAL—Is not only a most useful but one of the 
most beautiful peppers in existence. The plants begin to 
set in peppers early, and continues until frost, branching 
freely and bearing profusely. The peppers when growing 
are of a delicate creamy color, changing to an intense, vivid 
scarlet, making plant of the most striking beauty. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 25c; % lb. 80c. 


Ruby King. 


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German, Kuerbiss. PUMPKIN. French, Courge. 


One ounce to 10 to 15 hills, three pounds to an acre in hills 8x8 ft. apart thinned out 
to 3 good plants. 


SMALL SUGAR—Very prolific, fine grained 
and sugary, used extensively for table use, 
also for stock. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; 
Ib. 60c. 


TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO—Grows 
pear-shaped, medium sized, a little ribbed; 
flesh thick, creamy white, remarkably fine 
y grained, dry and brittle. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % 
ZA lb. 25c; lb. 80c. 

i CASHAW—or Crook Neck—Long, yellow 
crook neck; splendid for table use or feeding, 
fine grained and sweet. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 
% lb. 25c; Ib. 60c. 

KING OF THE MAMMOTHS—No other 
pumpkin ever introduced has ever reached 
Mes SUCh enormous weights. Flesh and skin of 
meee bright yellow, very fine grained, of splendid 
wee guality, and notwithstanding its enormous 
size, it is one of the best pie pumpkins grown, 
and a good keeper. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 
25¢c; Ib. 80c. 


LARGE CHEESE—One of the best for 
field culture; cheese shaped, yellow flesh, 
deep and fine grained. Used largely for 
canning. Pkt. 5¢; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20e; lb. 50c. 


JAPANESE PIE—The flesh is very thick, 
nearly solid, the seed cavity being very 
small, usually fine grained, dry and sweet, 
having much the same taste and appearance 
of sweet potatoes. They ripen early, keep 
well and produce largely. The seeds are 
peculiarly marked and sculptured in Jap- 
anese characters. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 
25c; lb. 80c. ; 

KENTUCKY FIELD—A splendid variety; :; 
large flattened, light green and yellow, with 2 
very thick, sweet, tender yellow flesh. ==> 
Either for table use or for feeding stock. 
Oz. 5c; % Ib. 15e; Ib. 40c. 

CONNECTICUT FIELD—One of the best for field culture; can be grown with corn 
to good advantage; largely used for stock for winter feeding. Oz- 5c; % lb. 15¢e; 1b. 40c. 


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German, Radies—Rettig. RADISH. . French, Radis. 

1 oz. to 150 feet of drill. 10 to 12 lbs. per acre 10 to 18 inches apart, 1 to 3 inch in the 
row. 


ROSY GEM—It is one of the very 
earliest in cultivation; globular, with 
rich, deep scarlet top, blending into AY GLE 
pure white at the bottom. Exceed- BSS LB — 


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desirable for forcing, being fit to pull 
in three weeks from sowing. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; 1b. 80c. 

EARLY SCARLET BUTTON—As 
its name indicates, a small, round, red 
radish of very fine flavor, crisp and 
tender. A favorite with gardeners for 
its remarkable earliness. Pkt. 5c; oz. 
10c; 14 Ib. 20c; 1b. 75c. 


EARLY SCARLET TURNIP—A 
small, round, red, turnip-shaped rad- 
ish; with a small top and of very 
quick growth, mild and crisp when 
young. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; 
lb. 65c. 


SCARLET TURNIP, WHITE TIP- 
PED—A beautiful variety, deep scar- 
let, white tipped. Recommended to 
gardeners as an excellent early va- 
riety. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; : ; 

Ib. 65c. Early Scarlet Button. 


PHILADELPHIA WHITE BOX.—A white turnip-shaped radish of extra fine qual- 
ity. Its short top and rapid growth make it most suitable for growing under 
glass, in frames or boxes, as well as for early Sowing in the open ground. Pkt. 5c; 

a oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 70c. Vee Aad 7 

WHITE TURNIP—Like the scarlet LB 21) 
in shape, but in color pure white. Itis 
later and will bear heat longer without 
becoming spongy. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10e; 
% lb. 20c; Ib. 70e. 

YELLOW SUMMER TURNIP | 
ROOTED—Very symmetrical and uni- ~ 
form, nearly round, with grayish-white 
skin, covered with a bright yellow 
russetting, which makes it very at- 
tractive. The flesh is compact, white 
and rather pungent. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c;' 
1% |b. 20c; 1b. 70c. 2 | Ik 

EARLY WHITE. OLIVE SHAPED ig i x 


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Scarlet Turnip, White tip—Like Scarlet Olive Shaped, except 
that the roots are clear white and a 
little longer. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c: Ib. 70c. Long Brightest Scarlet: 


EARLY SCARLET OLIVE SHAPED—In the form of olive and 
terminating in a very slim tap root. Skin scarlet; flesh rose 
colored, tender and excellent. Well adapted for forcing. Pkt. 5c; 
oz 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 70c. 

EARLY SCARLET GLOBE—This variety is one of the finest for 
forcing and market gardening purposes. Shape roundish oval: 
large brilliant red; flesh white, solid, crisp and very mild; tops 
small. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 25c; Ib. 80c. 

GOLDEN GLOBE—A good summer sort, of fine quality and 
rapid growth. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 70. 

FRENCH BREAKFAST—A medium sized radish, olive shaped, 
small top, quick growth and tender. Excellent variety for the 
table. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c: % Ib. 20c; 1b. 70c. 

French Breakfast. WOOD’S EARLY FRAME—Fully ten days earlier than Long 
Scarlet, shape not quite so long. An excellent forcing or early 
market sort. Color scarlet, fine flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 70c. 


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CRIMSON GIANT—This new variety, introduced last year, differs radically from 
all other existing sorts. Its roots attain more than double the size of those of other 
globe varieties, without becoming pithy or hollow. The New Giant develops rots 
6 to 7 inches around, weighing over an ounce, their pure white flesh remaining 
firm, crisp and of mildest flavor. The rots are almost perfect globes, of a deep 
erimson. ‘color... Pkt. 5c: oz. 10c;” 44.,1b. 25c: . Th. .'75c. 

HALF LONG DEEP SCARLET—The roots of this hardy and desirable variety 
are of a very brilliant, deep, rich red color and half long with a somewhat tapering 
point; the flesh is very white, crisp and tender,’ and holds its juciness well, not 
becoming pithy till quite overgrown. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; lb. 70c. 

Se LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET— A gee 

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®) teristics: Extraordinary earliness, being 
fit for use in about twenty-five days 
after sowing; color remarkably bright 
firey scarlet, slightly tipped with white; 
flesh crisp and tender. This is a choice 
radish, try it. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 
20c; Ib. 70c. 

CHARTIER—Although too strong grow- 

ing to be used for forcing, it is of the 
very best of sowing out doors. Roots 
searlet rose above, shading into white 
at the tip. Flesh white, crisp and mild- 
5 flavored. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; 
: \ \ & lb. 70 c¢. 
Long Scarlet. GLASS RADISH— So named on ac- 
count of its flesh, which is transparent white, crisp, mild 
flavor, and brittle, even when grown to a large size. It 
is a long radish, pink, with white tip, and is very uni- 
from in growth. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c; lb. $1.00. 

LONG WHITE VIENNA—Or Lady Finger—This radish 
is the finest long white radish in cultivation. It is most 
beautiful in shape; white color; both skin and flesh are ji : 
pure snow white; crisp; brittle and of rapid growth. Pkt. 
5e; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 70e. Chartier. 

NEW ICICLE—The roots of this new radish 
grow about four inches long, are slightly 
stump rooted and of transparent whiteness 
with short leaves, and makes its growth very 
quickly. It is of most excellent flavor and 
equally desirable for home use and market 
gardeners. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 
70c. 

WHITE STRASBURG—(AlIso Called St. 
Louis White Summer)—A fine summer radish, 
= remaining for a long time in an edible condi- 
@ tion; grows quickly and withstands severe 
heat without injury. The roots are smooth, 
handsome, oblong, tapering shape, pure white 
skin and flesh which is firm, brittle and ten- 
der, and retains its crispness even when the 
roots are large. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; 
— Ib. 70¢. 

WINTER VARIETIES. 

CHINA ROSE WINTER—Form rather conical and smooth of bright rose color, 
flesh firm like Black Spanish, but more pungent; cultivate same as for that variety. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 

CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WINTER—It is pure white, about one foot long and 
two or three inches through, tapering regularly to the tip. Flesh is tender and crisp 
and keeps well through the winter use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; lb. 60c. 

LONG BLACK SPANISH WINTER—Oblong, of very large size and firm texture, 
with dark green leaves. Is sown little earlier than fall turnips and should be stored 
in cellars for winter use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 60c. 

ROUND BLACK SPANISH—Of similar nature and quality of the Long, differing 
in shape. Pkt.5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


FIVE POUND LOTS OF ONE VARIETY, AT 15¢ LESS PER POUND, 
NOT PREPAID. 


MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


German, Raps. RAPE. . Pics French, Colza. 
For Greens—The young leaves are used as a salad, but its chief use is as a forage 
plant for green food. 20c lb. DWARF ESSEX—See page 51. 


German, Rhabarbe. RHUBARB OR PIE PLANT. French, Rhubarbe. 


VICTORIA GIANT—This is a very large and late green variety, with round stalks 
of great length and thickness; produces a succession of stalks the whole season; 
held in high esteem by the market gardeners. Pkt, 5c; oz. 15c; 1% Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25. 
LINNEUS—Large and tender, very fine. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1%4 Ib. 35c; lb. $1.25. 
RHUBARB ROOTS—$1.00 per doz. prepaid; $3.00 per 100, not prepaid. 


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hy German, Harferwurzel SALSIFY. French, Salsifis. 


or OYSTER PLANT. 
One ounce to about 60 feet of drill. 8 Ibs. per acre. 
MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND—This new Salsify recent- 
ly introduced from the Sandwich Island grows fully double the 
size of the common variety, and is superior in quality. It is 
pure white in color and is invaluable to market gardeners. Pkt. 
5c; oz. 15c; % Ib. 35c; Ib. $1.25. 


German, Spinat. SPINACH. French, Epinard. 

BLOOMSDALE, or Savoy Leaved—Of upright growth; leaves 
curled and crimpled, thick and fleshy. Keeps well after cutting. 
Suitable for fall sowing. Oz. 5c; %4 lb. 15c; Ib. 35c. 

LONG STANDING—Leaves dark green and thick. Not in- 
clined to run to seed for a long time. Very popular with market 
gardeners. Oz. 5c; % Ib. 15c; Ib. 35c._ 

ROUND THICK LEAVED VIROFLAW—One of the best mar- 
ket sorts for spring or autumn sowing. Oz. 5c; %4 lb. 15¢; Ib. 35c. 

PRICKLY WINTER—Use for fall sowing as it is extremely 
hardy. Seeds prickly, leaves not so large as those of other 
varieties. Oz. 5c; %4 Ib. 15c; lb. 35c. 

VICTORIA—Matures later than other sorts. Leaves broad 
and thick, very dark green, almost black. It is sure to please. 
Oz. 5c; % lb. 15c; Ib. 35c. 


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Geman, SQUASH. French, Y 


Speise Kuerbis. Courge 
1 oz. for 20 to 50 hills, according to size of 
seed; 3 to 5 lbs. to acre. 4x4 ft. for bush. 
8x8 ft. for running varieties in hills. 

EARLY YELLOW BUSH SCALLOP—or § 
Yellow Patty-Pan—Orange yellow color, flat g== 
shape smooth rind. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 1lbh& 
20c; lb. 60c. ; 

MAMMOTH WHITE BUSH—The fruit is a 
beautiful clear waxy-white instead of the yel- : 
lowish white so often seen in the old stock, = 
and is much larger. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib.. 
20c; Ib. 70c. 

MED Mammoth White Bush, 


MAMMOTH .SUMMER. CROOK- 
NECK—It the best summer squash, 
and for these reasons: It is twice as 

m large as the ordinary Summer Crook- 
mag ~=neck,far more warty and several days 
earlier. This combination of earliness, 
large size and wartiness, which adds 
so much to its attractiveness, makes 
; it altogether the most desirable squash 

woe for the market and private garden. 
Giant Summer Crook Neck. i Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; Ib. 70c. 


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WINTER VARIETIES. 


BOSTON oe much esteemed variety; a good keeper and of unsurpassed 
rf es Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %& Ib. 25c; Ib. 

Cc. 

WINTER CROOK NECK—The most ser- 
tain of any to produce a crop, its strong 
growing vines suffer less from insects than 
any other sort. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 30c; 
Ib. $1.00. 

SIBLEY—or Pikes Peak—Very produc- 
tive, of vigorous growth and matures same 
time as the Hubbard, although the quality 
is considered improved after being housed. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % 1b. 30c; Ib. $1.00. 

HUBBARD—A general favorite and more 
largely grown as a late sort than any other; 

SS flesh fine grained, dry and of excellent fla- 
Chicago Warty Sanbari vor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 20c; Ib. 70c. 


MAMMOTH CHILI—The largest squash TT Ta 
grown, often weighing from two to three ee | PP "All gal tas ‘) u | 
hundred pounds; very profitable for stock  {\i \ bo 
feeding, remarkably productive. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c; lb. $1.00. 

CHICAGO WARTED HUBBARD—This 
seems to be, by all odds, the best strain of 
Hubbard squash we have ever grown. Some 
of its good points are large size, dark green, 
almost black color, all looking alike, and 
withal distinguished by a dense covering of 
knots (“warts”); thick fleshed, of first-class 
quality; a good keeper. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c;.- 
% lb. 25c; Ib. 80c. 

FORDHOOK—Fine grain, very sweet and 
productive. Can be used at any time of 
their growth. Skin very thin; good keep- 
er. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 30c; Ib. $1.00. 

MARBLEHEAD—Remarkable for its keep- 
ing qualities and rich flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 lb. 30c; Ib. $1.00. 


German, Tabak. TOBACCO. 


CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF—In many northern states and in Canada this variety 
is a staple crop. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % Ib. 75c. 

HAVANA—From pure Cuban grown seed. When grown in this country commands 
a high price for cigar stock. Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; % Ib. $1.00. 

MISSOURI BROAD LEAF—Extensively grown in Kansas and Missouri; the large, 
broad leaves are used for the wrappers. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % Ib. 75c. 

WHITE BURLEY—Largely used for the manufacture of cigars, as the leaf of this 
variety readily absorbs a large quantity of manufacturing material. Pkt. 5c; oz. 50c; 
Y% Ib. $1.50. 

GOLD FINDER—A yellow Oronoko crossed on White Burley; has the shape and 
habit of the Oronoko. Especially recommended for Missouri and Kansas planters. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 30c; % Ib. $1.00. 


WE PAY POSTAGE on Vegetable Seeds, except on Beans, Peas and Corn, where 15c 
per quart is required extra; and on Onion Sets, where 10c is required. 


SLUG SHOT is good for driving off bugs on Melons, Squashes, Cucumbers, etc. See 
prices in back of Catalogue. 


5 lbs. or more Squash not prepaid; 15c less per Ib. 


To grow choice vegetables, you must buy choice seeds. We have them. 


32 MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


a 
German, Liebesapfel. TOMATOES. French, Temato. 


One ounce for thirteen to fifteen plants; 2 oz. per acre. 4 to 5 ft. each way. 
LIVINGSTON’S BEAUTY—The smoothest and best of the large Purple Sorts. Vine 


Apres large, vigorous and heavy bearers; 
< ) : fruit large, uniform in_ size, very 
smooth, color of skin pink: flesh 
light pink and of an excellent flavor. 
Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 50c; Ib. $1.60. 


DWARF CHAMPION TOMATO—A 
hew and valuable variety, entirely dif- 
ferent from all other sorts in style of 
growth; being dwarf and compact 
stands straight up with thick, short, 
jointed stems, and on this account it 
is very valuable, as it can be planted 
exceedingly close and “still leave 
plenty of room to gather the fruit. 
An EXTRA BARLY sort, and, there- 
fore, valuable to market gardeners, as 
the first tomatoes in the market al- 
ways command the highest price. The 
fruit is purplish pink color, round and 
i (pease smooth, greatly resembling the Acme; 
———— LE > Baa flesh very solid and of the finest 
= oe ES eee quality. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; % Ib. 75c; 

Dwarf Champion. ; Yb. $2.50. 

_KANSAS STANDARD—A new potato leaved tomato of bush form like the Dwarf 
Champion; height two to three feet, but begin blooming and sets fruit when only six 
inches high. Fruit of bright red rolor, with firm, thick meat of excellent flavor, has 
a tough skin and grows in clusters of four or five tomatoes, which ripen evenly at one 
time. It is an extra early sort, and, therefore, valuable to market gardeners as the 
first tomatos in the market always command the highest price. Keep the side shots 
removed until the fourth cluster is formed. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. 

EARLY MICHIGAN—One of the best sorts for general market or family use. Very 
smooth and regular in shape, uniform in size, color, and free from rot or cracking. 
Vine large, with large dark green leaves, vigorous and wonderfully productive, being 
under. high culture one of the heaviest croppers. Fruit medium size to large, perfectly 
smooth, solid, but without any core, deep rich red color, of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 20c; %4-1b. 50c; 1b. $1.60. 


ROYAL RED—TIntroduced and originated 
by Mr. Livingston. It is a first-class main 
crop variety for the shipper, market and 
private gardener, and not a single essential 
point is lacking; it is of a vivid red color 
and very productive. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20e; % 
Ib. 50c; 1b. $1.60. Z 

PONDEROSA—In addition to its ponder-, 
ous size it is also very solid, there beingH j 
but few seeds in this tomato. In color it 7, 
is a beautiful crimson throughout, and W 
when sliced makes quite an ornamental as & 
well as useful dish upon the table. Al- 
though so large it is quite early. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 30c; % Ib. $1.00; Ib. $3.50. . 

ATLANTIC PRIZE—This is the largest, 
smoothest, best flavored and brightest col- by 
ored extra early tomato. Vine medium size 
with few leaves, very hardy, bearing the‘ 
fruit low down on the stem and in enor- 
mous quantities. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 2 
60c; lb. $2.00. ———— 

MATCHLESS—This is undoubtedly one of the best main crop tomatoes in cultiva- 
tion. The solidity, absence of core, size and color of fruit, together with its 
freedom from rot, all unite in making this well worthy of the name of “Matchless.” 
Fine both for private and market garden. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c: % Ib. 60c; Ib. $240. 

LIVINGSTON’S PERFECTION—Fruit is almost round, ripens clear up to the stem, 

is solid and rich in flavor, fine for shipping. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20e; % 1b. 60c; Ib. $2.00. 


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LIVINGSTON’S FAVORITE—One of the lar i 
ies. _Ripens evenly and early and holds ite color tothe oa eae, ae Sere 
prolific, has few seeds and bears shipping well. Pkt. 5¢; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 50c: Ib $1 75. 

ACME—The purple tomato, very popular in this market: fruit good ‘sized and 
smooth; well filled and cuts hard and solid. Pkt. 5C; OZ. 20c: 4 1b. 50c; lb. $1.75 
_TROPHY—An improyed sort for either private use or market garden By judi- 
cious, careful selection, the green corona or crown has nearly disappeared It is 
large, smooth, solid, fine in color, prolific. Pkt, 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 50e: Ib $1.75 

BURPEE’S “TRUCKER’S FAVORITE” TOMATO—Is one of the largest tomatoes 
grown, of a purplish red color, very solid, firm flesh, and quite smooth, a good keeper 
and not subject to rot or crack on the vines. I¢ sells quicker and at better prices than 
at saten AE ie ES Sees gig A Quality the very best, and for cooking and 

purposes, it cannot be excelled. It is in ever i i - 
ket gardeners. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; % Ib. 75c. Mil giod GeV a ee 

LIVINGSTON’S STONE—This variety has attained great favor with canners 
southern growers and market gar- 
deners everywhere. Its solidityfm 
and carrying qualities are remark-!# 
able. Its color is a desirable red, 
shape perfectly smooth, and thick-/¢ hd es 
er from stem to blossom end than |B hppa 
most varieties, making it very ie 
handsome and salable. All speak{® 
in the highest terms of its beau-tg 
tiful color, its wonderful yielding |i 
qualities, its unequalled firmness |i 
or some of its other good points.j— 
Price postpaid, Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; 
% lb. 50c; lb. $1.75. Also: 

Pkt. oz. % 1b.1b. 
Large Smooth Red 5c 20c 50c $1.75 


Paragon. 4 S223. Be 20c 50c 1.75 

Golden Trophy .. 5c 25c 50c 

Yellow Plum ..... 5c 25c 60c 

Golden Queen .... 5c 25¢ 50c 1.75 
’ Yellow Pearim...5e 25¢ 75¢ 

Red Cherry....... 5c 25c 75c 


OUR TOMATO SEED has all 
been grown by Tomato §Spe- 


cialists, who plant for seed 
only. It is not as cheap as that from canning factories, but it Is GOOD and RE- 


LIABLE and will give satisfaction. Special prices to canners and large growers. 


German, Weisse Ruebe. T UR NIP Ss . French, Navet. 


1 oz. 250 ft. of drill; 14% to 2 lbs. for acre, 15 to 30 inches apart, 3 to 12 inches 

in the row, according to size of turnips after matured, in drills, 3 lbs. broadcast. 
PURPLE TOP MILAN—Extra Early—The earliesi, in cul- an Ste 

tivation. The bulb is very flat, of medium size, quite smooth, ? 

with bright purple top; leaves few, short, and of light color, : 


growing very compact and making an exceedingly small 
and neat top. The pure white flesh is of the choicest qual- 
ity; hard, solid and fine grained. It is an excellent keeper. 
Pipes, 02; .10ce:. 4. 1p: 20¢: Ibe 60e: 

EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN—Very similar to the 
preceding except the skin is a pure white, thus making it 
especially desirable for forcing. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %& Ib. es ° 
aero American Purple Top. 

AN PURPLE TOP—This is an earl variety a 
great favorite for table use; form exceedingly flat ous 2 ee 
disk in shape, and of medium size, color purple or dark red 
above ground, white below, flesh white, fine grained and ten- 
ae Popular for garden or field culture. Oz. 5c; % lb, 15e: 

. 50¢ ; ; 


WHITE FLAT DUTCH—Early—An earl i 

Sab Grates variety, sien Bowie for early reais peo 
y in the spring, of quic 

ae oe ea = : ‘et a growth, mild and excellent flavor. 

SEVEN-TOP OR FORRESTER—(Winter Greens)—Used ex- 
tensively in the South for winter greens, does not produce a 
good bulb; desirable only for its tops. 

Pkt. 5c oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; Ib. 60c. 


Purple To o Milan. 


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PURPLE foe WHITE GLOBE—Large, white, valuable alike for table and stock, 
3 Not so early as the flat sorts. Oz. 5c; %4 Ib. 15e; Ib. 50c. 

| WHITE EGG—Its shape is nearly oval or egg: flesh very firm 
* and fine grained, thin and perfectly smooth skin, and both flesh 
and skin are of snowy whiteness. Its flavor is of the best. Oz. 
be; % lb. 20c; Ib. 50c. 

GOLDEN BALL—One of the most delicate and sweet-fleshed 
. turnips in use. Not of large size, but hard, firm and of excellent 
flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 20c; Ib. 50. 
SS PURPLE TOP YELLOW ABERDEEN—Hardy, productive and a 

~ White Globe. good keeper. Oz. 5c; % Ib. (5c; Ib. 50c. 

COW -HORN—Is without question a delicate Bae oor flavored 

sort, and grows in favor both in the market and family A 
garden; a distinct feature is its rapid growth. This va- 
riety is pure white, except a dash of green at the crown 
and in shape is long like the carrot, and generally crooked, 
hence its name. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; % Ib. 15e; Ib. 50c. 


RUTA BAGAS. 


SKIRVING’S PURPLE TOP YELLOW RUTA BAGA—§& 
The leading variety principally grown for stock. Oz. 5c; 
Y% Ib. 15¢e; Ib. 50c. 


SWEET GERMAN—Flesh white, hard and firm, par- 
taking much of the nature of the Ruta Baga; must be 
sown much earlier than a white turnip. In the autumn 
and early winter it is apt to be hard, but mellows like an 
apple by keeping. Oz. 5c; %4 lb. 15c; Ib. 50c. 


Ruta Baga 


SWEET AND MEDICINAL HERBS. 


Varieties with a * are Perennials. 


Pkt. Oz. 
Anise (Anis) used for seasoning and garnishing.............cccces Se asoae 5e 10c 
*Balm: (Meélisse) for COOKING PULDOSES:: © 6 wiece es, 250. case wie oc cise wide Geo em areeie be Sree 5e 25¢c 
Basil, Sweet (Basilicum) used for flavoring soups, CtC.........cccccescccccces 5e 15¢c 
Borage (Gurkenkraut) leaves are uSed aS Salad......ccccccccccccccsecveccess 5e 15¢c 
Caraway (Kuemmel) seeds used medicinally and in bread, cheese, etc...... 5e 15c 
Chamomile (Camille) used .medicinally.: =. 05.2.0. 5 cece singe eis apiece Gunie sleds sc eee s 5e 60c 
Coriander (Koriander) seeds used for flavoring.............. cece cece cece cece 5e 10c 
Dandelion (Loewenzahn) used very early in spring for greens.................. 5e 25c 
Dill (Dill) used for flavoring cucumbers, etc............c. ccc eee cece eet eceees 5e 10c. 
*Fennel (Fenchel) seeds used for flavoring and med. tea..............ce eee eee 5e 10c 
*Lavender (Lavendel) for oil and distilled water............... cc ccc eee cece wees 5e 15c 
Marjoram (Majoran) for seasoning meats, CtC........ cece cece cence cece eet ceees Be 15c 
*Rosemary (Rosmarin) for seasoning and flavoring............cceeeecccceceees 5e 40c 
*Rue:(Raute}: used medicinally. : so. sie tics we bisratebe wiopors heel € Sane eeiece: ars ache we 5c 15c 
Sage (Salbei) used in medicine and for seasoning and dressing, %4 lb. 40c; Ib. 
hy PL eee aft oGuh A canes 0c aio uaa nt ante comet belanh pemenere cmciamae Relteba ease ROLES eee ce ciere 5e 15c 
patiron: (Safrom): used) Medicinal yc: 's cars cic o'o'5 wiejeraye 0 fein shay sn. crwroyel ape eee swine. s'sisieie ee ss 5c 20c 
*Summer Savory (Bohnenkraut) for flavoring........ ca Se ERG. Meee cei ee a ee Teas 5c 10c 
SS OEtels (saueram rer) atiSed fOFr sSAtAG 2. ooh cc «oe Siscd’s dc ue ule Ooo wistels bias Fe Sib ae siete 5e 20c 
*Thyme (Thymian) for seasoning..............ccceseccs eR ee re nh Be 80c 


*Wormwood (Wermuth) used medicinally. ...........cccccecccccececcecs ee 2 Be 20c 


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We take pleasure in 
presenting to you our 
revised Flower Seed 
List, embracing only 
the best and most popu- 
: lar varieties. Our Flow- 
L\X, er Seed trade has in- 
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FLOWER SEED SENT POSTAGE PAID AT THESE PRICES... FULL CULTURAL 
DIRECTIONS ON EACH PACKAGE. 

Annuals grow from the seed, bloom and perish in one season. Biennfals generally 
bloom the first and second years and then die. Perennials bloom the second year and 
parcel thereafter, some perishing after three or four years, others continue in- 

efinitely. 

ADLUMIA (Climbing Fumitory)—A most beautiful and graceful climber thriving in 
a sheltered situation and climbing by its tendrils to any object within its reach. It 
is sometimes known as Mountain Fringe, Wood Fringe, and Alleghany Vine. The 
beautiful pink and white flowers are produced in abundance during the three sum- 
mer months. It is biennial, and makes but little growth the first season. Height 
15 feet. Adlumia Cirrhosa, per pkt. 10c. 


ALYSSUM, SWEET—A favorite flower for bouquets, white, very fragrant, and pro- 
ducing a succession of blooms through the summer, and until after severe frosts. Always 
wanted when a bouquet is to be made. Height 1 foot. Hardy annual. 

Alyssum Maritimum, (Sweet), per pkt. 5c; per oz. 25c. 


Little Gem—or Carpet of Snow, pkt. 5c; 02. 35¢c. 
AGERATUM—Mixed—One of the best of Summer-flowering plants, grown from seeds. 


The plants start readily, grow rapidly and soon come into bloom, and when they begin 
to bloom they flower uninterruptedly throughout the season. During the hot, dry 
summer months there are no brighter or more freely produced flowers. Pkt. 5c. 


ASTERS — It 
seems scarcely nec- 
essary to speak of 
the merits of such 
universally grow7 
favorites as_ these, 
yet there may be 
some who are not 
aware of the great 
strides that have 
ben made in recent 
years, andd of the 
distinct new races 
that have been orig- 
inated. 


Adlumia. 


Germans Gmc... MHIKCO «sca cs + 6 sects Cae 6 sle alg ben oR ee, eee ae oe 

Baecony-Piowered Perfection, nixed’ fro... JS 6. SUR DEAS 0k Pkt. 10c. 
MW itee EVCAMMOAL. BOUDUEL Hs 2 © scnsree tt oti a Shae aerate se Siew o bid Rees alate siete Pkt. 10c. 
Pompon Crown, white center, finest mixed.................... 00000. Pkt. 10c. 
CE NERO en oe ere ts fe ote Sere ies PON ome a Riles gO Vitals olalauiels s)blsPate Sie Pkt. 10e. 


BALLOON VINE—(Cadius Bermum)—A rapidly growing, bandsome climber, with 
handsome foliage, and with a peculiar inflated capsule, from which the plant derives its 
name. Half-hardy annual. Height 5 feet. Pkt. 5c. 

BALSAMINA—Very curious vine with ornamental foliage; fruit golden yellow, warted, 


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se tig ripe, opens, showing its brilliant carmine interior; fine for rockwork. Height, 
eet. 

Balsam Apple, pkt. 5c; oz. 25ce. Balsam Pear, pkt. 5e¢, oz. 25c. 

BALSAM DOUBLE—(Lady’s Slipper—Touch Me Not)—Among the showiest and 
most popular of summer garden annuals, forming dwarf, bushy plants, profusely cov- 
ered with large double flowers of brilliant colors throughout the summer and autumn. 
Height 14% to 2 feet. Double Rose Flowered, Finest mixed, pkt. 5e. 

Improved Camelia Flowered, Finest mixed, pkt. 10c. 

BACHELOR’S BUTTON—Showy annual of easy culture. Flowering freely with a 
great variety of color in common garden soil. Height 2 feet. 

Centaurea Cyanus, pkt. 5c. Emperor William, blue, pkt. 5c. 

CALENDULA—This has been a favorite for many years. Blooms from June until 
frost. If potted in the fall, and placed in a sunny window, will bloom all winter. 

All Colors, mixed, pkt. 5c. 

EB) <AS m COLUMBINE—(Aquilegia)—-A most desirable border plant in 
Sree, all its many varieties. It forms large clumps, blooms early, long 
Cy | and abundantly, is quite hardy, useful for cutting and elegant in 

1 habit. Double, mixed, pkt. 5c. 
» CALLIOPSIS—(Coreopsis)—These beautiful “Bright Byes” 
Rp4y are showy bedding annuals, with large, bright flowers borne in 
44 profusion all summer long, and succeeding almost everywhere. 
g2_ They are elegant for garden decoration and fine for cutting. 

y Height 2 feet. Bi-color, mixed, pkt. 5c. 
CANDYTUFT—Dwarf plants, flowering profusely throughout 


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etc. Mixed annual sorts, pkt. 5c. 
Cinerarias are among the most showy and useful of winter- 
flowering plants. They are unable to endure much heat, pre- 
“ies “§ 1ferring a low temperature, but must not be subjected to frost. 
Balsam. Maritima Candidissima, pkt. 5c. 

COSMOS—The plant grows from four to six feet high, and is literally covered with 
large, single, Dahlia-like flowers, ranging through all shades of rose, purple, white 
etc. Splendid for cutting; foliage feathery, mixed, pkt. 10c. 


Vy) 


Calliopsis. 

CHRYSANTHEMUMS—New and unique varieties. They are extremely variable, 
some are pure white, yellow or crimson, but the prevailing types are bronzy yellow, 
the florets tinged with red or lilac rose. Although mostly very double, there will 
be an occasionally semi-double, or even single, but these are almost equally charm- 
ing. Finest mixed colors, pkt. 5c. 

COXCOMB—A highly ornamental plant, producing crested heads of flowers, somewhat 
resembling a cock’s comb. There are many colors and shapes, but the scarlet and 
crimson ones are the most brilliant and rich. The oftener they are transpianted or 
shifted, the more beautiful they grow. Height 1 to 3 feet. Mixed colors, pkt. 5c. 

CORBEA—A fine rapid growing annual climber, with handsome foliage and large, 
beautiful, well-shaped flower. Seeds should be started in a hot bed or by a warm 
window in tthe house, in rather dry soil as they are apt to rot in open ground. In 
sowing, place the seed edge down, and do not water unless in a warm place, and the 
soil becomes very dry. A well established plant will run fifty feet in a season 
and cover a large veranda. Pkt. 5c. 

CYPRESS VINE—Summer climbing annuals 15 to 25 feet high with delicate feathery 
foliage and star shaped flowers borne in clusters, fine mixed colors. Pkt. 5c. 

DAHLIA—(Single Varieties)—From their grace and beauty are much used for cut 
flowers, also handsome bedding plants, flowering in great profusion in a large variety 


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a ae Seed sown in spring will produce plants that bloom from August until frost. 
Cc. 
DIANTHUS BARBATUS—(Sweet William) 

—Hardy plants about a foot high, of extreme 

richness and variety of colors, and also deli- 

ciously sweet scented. For clumps or borders 
no plant can surpass this old favorite. Pkt. 
ace 

DIANTHUS—or Pinks—The family of 
“Pinks” is unrivaled for brilliancy and rich 
variety of color; the plants are bushy, of sym- 
metrical form—blooming so profusely as to 
almost cover the plants uninterruptedly until 
late in the autumn, rendering them one of the 
most beautiful and satisfactory of all annuals } 
for summer flower gardens; they also make @ 
very beautiful pot plants. Height about 1 foot. 

China, or India, finest double mixed, pkt. 5c. 

Imperialis, or Double Imperial, pkt. 5c. 

Heddewigi, or Japan, choicest mixed, pkt. 5c. 

CARNATION—The finest of the dianthus or 
pink family. These lovely, fragrant flowers are 
in full bloom in about four months after sow- 
ing the seed. The plants succeed alike in the 
open garden or in pots, The flowers are of high 
type, exquisitely sweet, fully 80 per cent per- 
fectly double. The range of color, marking, 
variegations and shadings are wonderful. 

MARGUERITES—Mixed colors, pkt., 5c. BE 

GODETIA—Of hardy annuals, none are more Pink. 
beautiful than these. They are of a dwarf 
shape, in the most brilliant as well as delicateof growth, the flowers are of handsome 
colors, and are produced in marvelous profusion. Of easiest culture. A child can grow 
them. Many sorts and colors, mixed. Pkt. 5c. 

GODETIA—Of hardy annuals, none are more beautiful than these. They are of a 
dwarf habit of growth, the flowers are of handsome shape, in the most brilliantaswell 
as delicate colors, and are produced in marvelous profusion. Of easiest culture. A child 
can grow them. Many sorts and colors, mixed. Pkt., 5c. 

HELICHRYSIUM—Very showy, not only valuable as an “Everlasting” for winter 
bouquets, but very handsome as garden plants. Large flowering, double mixed, two feet, 
kt 5c. 

: HOLLYHOCK—A great variety of brilliant colors, combining richness and delicacy 

in a remarkable degree; flowers large and.densely double, remaining a long time in 

ioom. Is one of the best and most ornamental of the perennials. Height, 5 feet. 

Double mixed, per pkt., 5c. 

HYACINTH BEAN—(Dolichs)—The Egyptian or Hyacinth Bean annual climbing 
piants of rapid growth; bearing large clusters of showy flowers; purple or white. 
Height, 10 feet. Mixed colors, pkt., 5c; oz., 35c. 

FORGET-ME-NOT—(Myosotis)—The popular Forget-Me-Not bushy plants, six to 
twelve inches high, bearing clusters of lovely small flowers. Fine mixed, pkt., 5c. 

FOXGLOVE—Showy and useful plant for the border; flowers borne in tall spikes, bell 
or thimble shaped, all colors; new plants may be obtained by dividing the roots. Height 
2 feet. Hardy biennial. Digitalis, mixed colors, pkt., 5c. 

GAILLARDIA—A showy annual, with brownish-red flowers, bordered with yellow and 
white, blooming strongly through the season, and until after heavy frosts. Height, 18 
inches. Mixed colors, pkt., 5c. 

ESCHSCHOLTZIA (California Poppies)—Beautiful and popular garden plant of 
easy culture, forming nice bushy plants 1 foot high. The large saucer-shaped flowers 
are produced numerously from spring to fall. Mixed, 5c. 

GOURD—Nest Egg—Grows exact size, color and shape of an egg and makes a very 
good nest egg. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. 

THE DIPPER—When grown on the ground the stem will be curved, while if raised 
as a climbing vine, weight of the blossom end will cause stem to grow straight. 
Dippers of a capacity from a pint to a quart can be had from a few vines. Pkt. 5c; 
oz. 25c. 

SUGAR TROUGH FOR SAP BUCKET—Selected Stock—Grows to a very large size; 
holds from four to ten gallons each, having hard, thick shells, which are very strong, but 


h durable, lasting for many years. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. 
SBSH CLOTH, OR LUFFA—The peculiar lining of this fruit, which is sponge-like, 
tough and durable, makes a natural dishcloth. The fruit grows about two feet in 


length and the vine is very ornamental. Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. 


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|IPOMEA—Grandiflora—‘The Moon Flower” or ‘Evening Glory.” One of the grand- 
est summer climbers grown, bearing immense pure white, fragrant flowers in great 
profusion, opening in the evening and remaining open until noon the following day, 
if cloudy, all day. Pkt. 5c. F 


LARKSPUR—Very showy Hardy Annuals: suitable 


IPOMEA PURPUREA—(“Morning Glory’”)—The well known 
Morning Glories; splendid climbing plants; unequaled for rapidity 
of growth and profusion of bloom; annuals; attaining a height of 
30 to 50 feet. Finest mixed, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c. 

NEW JAPANESE MORNING GLORIES—Some have silvery- 
white, marbled foliage, and all -with large trumpet-shaped flow- 
ers, beautifully margined, of various colors. 

Mixed, all colors, pkt. 5c; oz. 25c. 

IPOMOPSIS—(Tree Cypress)— Handsome plant, with a fine, 
feathery foliage, like Cypress Vine. It has long spikes of very 
beautiful, dazzling scarlet, fine spotted flowers. Pkt. 5c. 

JOB’S TEARS—Curious,. ornamental grass from Hast India, with 
broad, corn-like leaves, and seeds of a light slate color, wonder- 
fully lustrous. Valuable for the formation of Winter bouquets in 
connection with everlasting flowers, and strings of handsome beads 
are formed from the seeds. Height 3 feet. Hardy annual. Coix 
Lachrymae, pkt. 5c. OT 


Marigold. 


Helichrysum. 


These interesting plants are justly es- ‘ 
teemed for their great veriety, beauty of color and elegant habit of growth. Dwarf 


Rocket, fine mixed, pkt., 5c. 


#< yellow, crimsoned striped. Splendid mixed., 


Fv. known and popular flowers, indispensable for 


Mignonette. 
and soil, furnishing its fragrant blossoms continually through the summer and until 


after severe frosts. 


MARIGOLD—A showy plant of compact, 
symmetrical growth, handsome foliage, and a 
profusion of flowers of brilliant shades of yel- 
low, finely variegated and striped with dark 
rich colors of maroon and brown. 

Marigold, double dwarf, French, pkt., 5c. A ay 

MARVEL OF PERU—(Four O’Clock)—Beau-@IWy 
tiful summer blooming annuals of bushy hab- li 
its, two feet high, each plant bearing through- 
out the summer hundreds of flowers of white, 


PK he: Oz. coc, 
MIGONETTE—(Reseda)—One of the best 


the garden; is suited to almost any locality Marvel of Peru. 


Large flowering, pkt., 5c; Golden Queen, pkt., 5c. 


NASTURTIUM— (or Tropoealum)—One of the showiest and most popular annuals, 
forming compact plants; not over one foot high, making gorgeous masses of color from 
early summer until killed by frost; succeeding under all weathers and conditions, and 
unsurpassed for garden decorations. Tom Thumb, mixed many sorts, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c. 

Tall mixed, many sorts, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c. 

Lobbs—As easily grown as the common Tall Nasturtium, which they far surpass 
in brilliancy of their flowers, in height, rapid growth and freedom of bloom. Pkt. 6c; 


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PANSIES—These charming and universal favorites are 
much improved in size, shape and color. One can scarce- 
ly realize the modest little pansy of a few years back, 
could assume such grand proportions and such gaudy 
colors as the sorts now. offered. 

Very fine mixture, pkt. 5c. 

Giant Trimardean, mixed, pkt., 10c. 

PHLOX—No flower excels this in all the qualities that 
make a popular annual. Brilliant and varied colors, con- 
tinuous and profuse bloom, being one of the last to suc- 
cumb to the frosts of late October; its excellence for bou- 
quets, all combine to place it in the list of the best half 
dozen flowers grown for garden decorations. Height 13 


Star of Quedlinburg, per pkt. 5c. 


Phlox Drummondii, mixed, per pkt. 5c. 
oe ee 


4, 


Petunia. 
PETUNIA—Few, if any, plants are 
more deservedly popular than these for 
bedding purposes, green house or win- 
dow culture. Produces showy flowers in 
profusion. Although perennial they flow- 
er in a few weeks from the seed. 
Hybrida, fine mixed, pkt. 5c. 
Hybrida, Striped and Blotched, pkt. 10c. 
POPPIES—Exceedingly showy annuals, 
making a gorgeous display in the flower 
garden, flowering lavishly for a long 
period. Ranunculos, mixed, pkt. 5c. 


Portulaca. 


PORTU LACA—Brilliant dwarf annuals, luxuriating in warm 
situations and blooming profusely from early summer to 
autumn. Height 1-4 ft. 

Double Rose, mixed, per pkt. 10c. 

Single, finest mixed, per pkt. 5c. 


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RICINUS SARGUINEUS—“Flowering Castor Bean.” Exceedingly ornamental. Ked 
spotted beans in clusters, fine foliage. 

Finest mixed, pkt., 5c. z 

NEW ZANZIBAR—A new and distinct class which surpass in size and beauty all the 
varieties heretofore known. This plant grows from 10 to 15 feet high, and the leaves 
measure about 30 iches across. 

Mixed varieties, pkt. 5c; oz. 20c. 

SALPIGLOSSIS—(Painted Tube Tongue)—One of the most beautiful of flowering 
annuals, forming strong bushy plants about 18 inches high and bearing throughout the 
season large flowers of many beautiful colors, all exquisitely veined and laced. 

Large Flowering Mixed, pkt. 5c. 

ae SWEET SULTAN—A handsome annual, with fragrant flow- 
ers, borne on long slender stems. Their fragrance and habit 

of growth adapt them finely for bouquets. In bloom from 

July till October. Height, two feet. 

Centaurea Moschata, mixed, pkt., 5c. : 

SALVIA—(Salvia Splendens)—The salvia or flowering 
sage is a very ornamental plant, flowering in spikes and 
continuing in bloom in open ground until frost, when the 
plants can be removed to a green house and will contine in 
bloom a long time. This variety is of a dwarf habit. Height 
1 foot. Pkt. 10c. 

STOCKS— TEN WEEKS—These well known favor- 
ites require no description; they are indispensable to all 
lovers of flowers, the “Stocks of today” are greatly superior 

to the old types, the flowers being much larger and extra 

Salpiglossis. double. Open ground, in ten weeks. 

German Dwarf, double mixed, pkt., 5c. 

SCABIOSA or Mourning Bride—Elegant cut flowers, keep long, are very handsome 
and the colors are exceedingly fine; some flowers are almost black. Pkt. 5c. 

EVER-BLOOMING MINIATURE SUNFLOWER—The flowers are 2% to 3 inches 
across, single; are borne on long stems and of purest golden yellow with black disk. 
It is a splendid flower for cutting and equally as valuable for flower groups or as a 
solitary plant on the lawn. Per pkt. 5c. 

VERBENA—For garden beds or mass- 
ing the yerbena is unrivaled, flowers of 
%, the most brilliant colors, blooming con- 
GS. tinually from spring until late in the 
autumn. Although perennials, these @ 
iy form luxuriant plants and bloom pro- 
~ fusely the first season from seed. 


Dwarf mixed, pkt. 5c. 


ZINNIAS—For gorgeous summer and .° 
7 autumn display there is nothing that can Ww 
equal in effectiveness the improved ® 
dwarf, compact growing, large flowering Wg 
Zinnias, growing only two feet high and 
bearing flowers of immense size, perfect- 
ly doubled, showing no center; and as 
perfect in form as Dahlias. 

Double Pompon, finest mixed, pkt., 5c. 

WILD FLOWER GARDEN—Each packet contains a great varie 
of easy growth. The mixture will be found to be both interestaie MSE 
ing because new flowers open daily, “and you know not what a day may bring forth.” 
It will be found very useful, for here you may get bouquets without fear or favor, 
whenever you choose, and thereby save those in beds or borders; also especially adapted 
for producing a display on large borders, or showing along woodland walks, for hiding 
an unsightly fence or stump, etc., and will convert any dreary spot into a wilderness 
of bloom and fragrance. Large pkt. 10c; oz. 25c. 

WISTARIA VINES—One of the quickest growing climbers of fine, bright foliage, 
producing bunches of rose lilac flowers in great abundance during spring. If once 
started will live for years. Hardy perennial. Height 20 feet. 

Glycine Sinensis, pkt. 10c. 

VIOLET—(Viola Odorata)—The violet should not be wanting in any garden, on 
account of its fragrance and early appearance. A single flower will perfume a whole 
room. They are well adapted for border or rock work. Succeeds best in a shady, shel- 
tered place, and can be easily increased by dividing the roots. Extensively used by 
florists for cut flowers. Hardy perennial. Height 6 inches. 

Blue Sweet Violet, pkt. 10c. : 


. Verbena. 


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SWEET PEAS 


» Named varieties, pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; %4 Ib. 25c: Ib. 60c. Mixed, pkt. 5c; oz. 10c 
% Ib. 15c; Ib. 50c. 


KATHERINE TRACY —Soft 
rosy pink, lighter at edges. A 
fine large flower and of strong 
vigorous growth, but comes 
only two on a stem. 


BLANCHE BURPEE (Eck- 
ford’s)—A grand large flower 
of beautiful form; firm, lasting 
Substance and snowy whiteness, 
having three of the extra large 
flowers on each long stiff stem, 
and all facing one way. Vines 
are of strong growth, blooming 
profusely throughout the season. 

BLANCHE FERRY—Standard 
wide and erect, bright rose-pink; 
wings creamy white, tinted with 
rose. Wings white with deep 
rose in center. 

BRILLIANT— (Burpee’s)— A 
very bright crimson-scarlet. 
Standard broad and_= slightly 
hooded. 

APPLE BLOSSOM—Standard 
heavily shaded and edged with 
soft rose on silvery white; wings 
white with deep rose in center. 

FIREFLY—The favorite bright 
scarlet variety until the intro- 
s . duction of Brilliant and Salo- 
Soe See pian. 

PRIMA DONNA—A brilliant soft pink; large and perfect flower. 

MARS—Bright crimson. Large and gorgeous flowers. 

STANLEY—The darkest of all Sweet Peas. A fine, bold flower. Color is a deep 
maroon, 


SALOPIAN—The best of all the bright reds, both as to color and size of flower. 


MIXED—Includes many of the new sort and can be depended upon to give fine 
flowers of wide range of colors. 

Eckford’s Hybrids, mixed. No better mixture of varieties. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; %4 Ib. 
15c; lb. 50c. 

Sweet Peas and Nasturtiums should be in every garden. For choice stock try ours. 


TREE SEEDS—Directions for Planting, etc. 


Ail of our most valuable forest trees are readily grown from seed, and few invest- 
ments made by farmers will pay as well as planting a few acres with forest trees, which 
are needed not only for the timber they supply, but as a protection against the cyclone, 
hurricane and the winds which so frequently sweep over our country. There should be 
a grove of at least ten acres on every farm, especially on every prairie farm of the west. 
regs should also be planted around the farm house, so as to combine both utility and 

eauty. 


With the seeds of deciduous trees, only a little care is required in planting at the 
proper season to insure success. Those with hard shells like locust and walnut should 
be planted in the fall, or placed in boxes with sand and exposed to the frost before 
planting, otherwise they may lie in the ground from one to three years without sprout- 
ing. If too late in the spring to expose them to the action of frost, pour boiling water 
over the seeds and let it stand till cool, when a portion of the seed will have swollen, 
Pick them out, and scald the rest again, continuing until all have swollen. 

The seeds of other deciduous trees should be planted from the middle of April to 
the middle of May. The soil should be deep, mellow and rich; if not so apply a good 


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liberal dressing of any old, well-decomposed manure, mix thoroughly with the soil, and 
rake all down smooth and level, and your seed bed is ready. Now draw a line across 
one side of the plot, and with the hoe make a hollow trench from one-half to one inch 
deep, according to the size of the seed to be sown, make the trench about six inches 
wide, scatter the seed over the bottom, but not too thickly; then draw the soil back and 
cover the seeds to the depth of the thickness of the seed, as evenly as possible, then 
press the bed gently with the back of the spade to make the earth firm around the seeds. 

The seeds of evergreen trees should be kept until the time of planting in a dry, cool 
place. As early in the spring as the ground can be worked, the seeds should be sown 
thinly in beds of fine, sandy loam, raised about four inches above the general surface. 
The bed should be raked in or, if very small, they may lie upon the surface and then 
be rolled in or patted with the back of the spade to firm the earth around the seed. 
Then water very sparingly, as the young plants are very apt to damp off, and need to 
be shaded from the hot sun and dry winds. A good shade can be made of laths nailed 
two inches apart on a light frame. This should be supported about eight inches above 
the seed bed in such a way as to be easily removed to allow the cultivation and weed- 
ing. Keep the young plants well weeded, and allow them to remain one or two years 
before transplanting them where they are to remain. 


FRUIT. 
Packet, Ounce and Pound Prices Include Postage. 
Oz. Lb. Oz. Lb. 
APDIOP Sich seis cee ses cess 10c $0.50 CAE. Ge so es « oes din wees Rik sieectse. aie 25¢e $2.00 
Apricot, Russian. ............. 10c__—-.40 Green Gage. . ........0.-.- ----10c 50 
BlackoC@herry ss: sos. Meier. s 10c =—«.60 Myrobalon.*. «asic s.kek tole ees eo as 10c_—-«.60 
Cherry, Mazzard. ....... ee aca 10c_ =—«.40 Germany Prune. ooo. ok. fee ae sce 10c_.=~-.50 
Cherry, Mahaleb. .............. 10c_ 75 Quine. . Bas Nee eee aes 20c 2.00 


PCACH sce es wee bu., $2.00 
DECIDUOUS TREE AND HEDGE SEEDS. 
Packet, Ounce and Pound Prices Include Postage. 


Pkt. Oz. Lb. Pkt. Oz. Lb. 

Ailanthus or Tree _ of Locust Honey. ........... 5e 10c _ .40 

FICAVGN so as siasiarcsonropeniers 5c 10c $ .60 Locust, Black or Yellow.. 5c 10c_ .40 
Alder, European. ........ 5e 20c 1.25 Maple; Norway. ......... 5e 10c 1.00 
Alder, Smooth White or Maple, soft or Silver Leaf. (Can give 

Hoary. 2 jane een oor 5e 20c 2.00 prices; seed ready in May.) 
Ash.) Whiter 225... 6 cs scisrs sts 5e 10c  .40 Maple, Sugar. ............ Be 10c 1.00 
Basswood or Linden. ..... 5e 10c 1.00 Maple, Sycamore. ....... 5e 10c 1.00 
Birch, White: 222 o.0: ws =. 5c 10c 1.00 Mulberry, Black. ........ 5Be 20c 2.00 
Blacks Gum. = vce so sia ciese ee 5e 380c 3.00 Mulberry, Russian. ...... 5e 20c 2.00 
Sweet -Gum- .....sco.ees 6 5e 40c 5.00 Mulberry, White. ........ 5e 20c 2.00 
BOx Wider, ictiicie's ers 6 o's 5e 10c_ .40 Osage Orange...bu. $8.00. 
Catalpa, Hardy. ......... 5c 10c_ .80 PKsiS2.25.> Ws see eel ke 5e 10c~ .40 
Catalpa, Teas Japan Hy- Persimmon... sje ewe +s 5e 10c 1.00 

10) (0 Pepa Sane Barat dean erarte 5c 10c 1.00 PCCANSs hres «Gave <tsrseinae Setoss 5e _—-.30 
DOBWOOG! © sche eis wie hess oe 5e 15¢c 1.50 Sycamore... ss) eo es 5e 10c _ .80 
FOr WIG 5 ik oie ciicre nyo cvee 5e 20c 1.50 Tulip: KETCC:« .. + <creenomie ore 5e 10c  .80 
Hawthorne o7) ence ete oie 5e 15¢ 1.50 Black Walnuts, hulled, bu. $1. 
Hickory nue oe common large, mkt price. Hickory Nuts, Shellbark, mkt. price. 

CONIFERS OR EVERGREEN. 
Pkt. Oz. Lb. Pkt. Oz. Lb. 

Arbor Vitae, American.... 5c 20c $2.00 Pine, Austrian. .......... 5e 20c $2.00 
Arbor Vitae, Chinese..... 5c 20c 2.00 Pine; ‘Scotehs 2 ss ssiewaiaie’s sie 5e 20c 2.00 
Ming, Balan s qo isa 0:6 eee azeness 5Be 15c 2.00 Pine, White or Weymouth. 5c 20c 3.00 
UIE SIL VOM. tree seereisc pays Bisve,etp 5e 15c 1.50 Pine, “Swiss. Mie aire eee ete cee 5e 25c 3.00 
Holly, Rough Leaf. ...... 5e 10c 1.25 Red’ Cedar? osc. ote. e. 5Be 10c  .75 
Holly, Smooth Leaf. ..... 5e 10c 1.25 Spruce, Norway. ........ Be 15¢c 1.25 
Larch, European. ........ 5e 20c 1.00 


TABLE SHOWING THE NUMBER OF PLANTS OR TREES TO THE ACRE OF 
GIVEN DISTANCES. 


‘ No. of Plants. No. of Plants. 

1 ft. apart each way............. 43,560 LOFTts« ADATL) GACH) WAY apes ate ors « anti 445 
2 ft. apart each way............- 10,890 12 ft. apart each way............ 300 
Sift: capart\Cachs WAY. dei cweisn sey 4,840 15 tt. APare CaCO Wave esses au 195 
4 ft. apart each way.... ......-. 2,725 18 ft. apart each way...........-. 135 
5 ft. apart each way........eeee- 1,745 20 ft. apart each way............ 110 
6 ft. apart each way..........e-- 1,210 On LE CUAL be REGUL. WEY.» dts awe sane 6 69 
8 ft. apart each Way... ss sicecees 680 80 ft. apart each way..........e- 50 


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NURSERY STOCK. 


FRUIT DEPARTMENT. 

In commencing this department in our catalogue, our aim has been not to introduce 
many varieties, but to catalogue only those that we know to be the best for general use 
or for market. For years we have been studying not cnly what are the best kinds but 
where to procure the most vigorous and satisfactory trees to plant. Where suggestions 
are wanted, if parties will write us stating soil, and the purpose for which trees are 
wanted, whether for market or family use, we believe we can aid them in securing just 
what they need. By sending in your orders early you will enable us to give them 
better attention than though they come in during the rush of the season. 

Our illustrated catalogue of Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Grape vines, Small 
Fruits, Shrubs, Plants, Roses, etc., for 10c on application. 


APPLES. Per 10 Per 100. 
Stand ard——F irst-classs 165 tO, G@ FCCEsa.. ccc cecu ce Aa Glen tciclele v) e0.0's 0% $1.25 $9.00 
Standards #5tor 5 PCG Sew 2 eo hI at ee EER. cles cacccee’ 2.00 15.00 
Pwark cop tos 4: LeCttetice cues oe ccaredive e Wate ale Riahe ow 2.0 sesso welds preletmnce 2.00 


Summer Apples.—Red Astrachan, Benoni, Carolina, Red June, Duchess of Olden- 
burg, Early Harvest, Yellow Transparent. 

Autumn Apples.—Fameuse (Snow Apple), Fall Wine, Hawley, Maiden’s Blush, 
Munson Sweet, Rambo, Wealthy. 

Winter Apples.—Arkansas Beauty, Arkansas Black, Baldwin, Ben Davis, Grime’s 
Golden, Gano, Ingram, Jonathan, Lawver, Winesap, Missouri Pippin, Willow Twig. 

CRAB APPLES. Per 10 Per 100. 

OWE COSTER TCO Lae VOL aoe atic tne a sons Se uine eraTass teh Mele ae dw ede ea $3.00 $25.00 

Varieties—General Grant, Hyslop; Martha, Kentucky Red, Odessa Transcendent. 
Whitney No. 20. 


PEARS. Per 10 Per 100. 
Siandards Mirst-class; ‘5 tar “Teel os See e eo eo ce valoda teas tu $2.50 $20.00 
Standard wawart, oO 4° TeCt ss os ee tee bo err hee: eee ae ees 1.75 2.00 
Sinnd ardeand sPWwart-A- GODS TECLs 66 occ 5 opie seen cya ous ois, obsess ae 2.00 15.00 


Summer.—Bartlett, Clapp’s Favorite, Brandywine, Wilder arly. 
Autumn.—Flemish Beauty, Garber, Kieffer, Sackel. 
Winter.—Lawrence, Mt. Vernon Seckel, Winter Nelis. 


PEACHES. Per 10 Per 100. 
Standard—t. year, 5. 10-6. LOGE his wc tovsie iw eens Src yessio cic osuers SRO TURE $1.25 $9.00 
Standard—l" year: 4-10: 5° PCG sass fas c)otoarepeeenprayt a cincenys o « stasers 1.00 7.50 


Varieties —Alexander, Champion, August; Blood Cling, October; Captain Ede, 
August; Carmen, August; Crawford’s Early, August 1st; Crawford’s Late, September 
ist; Elberta, August 20th; Heath Cling, September 15th; Oldmixon Free, September 
20th; Salway, September 25th; Triumph, August; Wonderful, October. 


PLUMS. Per 10 Per 100. 
‘TWO. YOars. ibs 16% G:AlCObs. acu ecctorstas Soc eee hn bs 6 hactee we bein Ges $3.50 $27.00 
EWOLVOars: 74740. bs FOBb ate succtn acotepheione=s 4 Scala wee ew ieniete «abe 3.30  * 25.00 


Native.—Arkansas Lombard, July 15th; Mariana, July 20th; Wild Goose, July 
20th. 

European.—Coe’s Golden Drop, September; Damson, September; Lombard, Sep- 
tember. 

Japan.—Abundance, July 15th; Burbank, July 25th; Red June, July 1st; Satsuma 
Blood. 


APRICOTS. Per 10 Per 100. 
Name: Sorts :4516). decisis soso ere eee cneene 5 wee $2.00 $16.00 
Varieties.—Early Golden, Early Russian, July 10th; Harris, July 15th. 

QUINCES. Per 10 Per 100. 
DHTee AGHOUWT MICEE ies. DHRC ula Mae Res oer wre ae 2.50 18.00 
WOULs LO. AVent CCbatc dae eeets ids Mirek: Piey bcw cud m ithe Ae sip ie alo ort beh oe $3.00 $25.00 


Varieties.—Orange, September 10th; Meech’s Prolific, September 25th; Missouri 
Mammoth, October Ist. 


CHERRIES. Per 10 Per 100. 
PAVECTOCHDS COG ac celeste aes See eee Pe RS VES eS Gy $4.50 $35.00 
JOOS ¢ ccog Cage Bae) os o(o) 2 eae DS, 2 OE CR ie eet ae ae a 4.00 30.00 
Extra vheavy .<avess Bree ae eas Sig epee eae ia aa ee 6.00 


Varieties—Early Richmond, June ist; Large Montmorency, June 20th; English 
Morello, July 10th; Wragg, July 15th. : 


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CURRANTS. Per 10 Per 100. 


Two VCATS. <oics csopepetore stare re een waeie orotate eo tarecc ore ie See OAS Se on $0.70 $5.25 
Varieties.—Crandall, July 15th; Cherry, North Star, Fay’s Prolific, Red Dutch, 
White Grape. : 


GOOSEBERRIES. Per 10 Per 100. 
DOWD Es 5 feiss spivieios eote PEOEY ererers rede SSGR WE SIRES OSE slecwrae % $1.00 $ 7.50 
HOush tony ce ee scortrors-sraee.s Gelade Saei-< Cwm os shicasre mare cydbaiers Sbles esc 1.00 7.50 
Indusitys 2} 2ead?. Sib sade cur Schad chaps chats mn atebeek dostrare. 2.00 15.00 
GRAPES. ; Per10: Peri00. Per 1,000. 
Moore’s vEarly;*1 year.!. Jsinsornoal). aoa. sate. 3s. sea 40c $3.00 $25.00 
Concord, 1 year. J o.6.  eSOsERUIGUS, See BOL En. 538. Bee 30¢c 2.50 20.00 
Worden. cle VOAT. tore cise ood eis eee eee ee a 40c 3.00 25.00 
2 years, 50% higher. 
BLACKBERRIES. Perl10. Peri00. Per1,000. 
Marly “Harvese cc coc ce eee ee ped Sais: $0.20 $1.50 $12.00 
Oy Wt: ali tint adalah brie hate ei out bad i neat ha aeeh tele cae as .20 1.50 12.00 
SNY GET. 640. see se ic er .20 1.50 12.00 
RASPBERRIES. Perl10. Peri100. Per 1,000. 
Cumberland.42* | ME rd sheek, OUR RES Od ER ie $0.20 $1.75 $15.00 
Culbert,” Hopkins) oo eros ee ee sate ee 10 15 6.50 
Gre Pee can eS ia sels ww ak RG ee re ee Ree oe ane -10 215 6.50 
STRAWBERRIES. Per 100. Per 1,000. 
Brandy Wine: pas ocac ees cos vote se foe's REE ARP oo coe oe on eels esters a xiao 75¢ $6.00 
Grescent.. a2 5%... 2.5. BEAR AIS COE UEC T OR: Perec cry bee. ae Eee SNES 75¢c 6.00 
Bubach: i a7.denccs ee irs A ineta ars Arar te PCR nS ena ne Rtere a: Ooo, isa UPC Sek ALS 75¢ 6.00 


We can also supply the following Shrubs, Climbing Vines, Bulbs, Flowers and 
Shade Trees: 


Shrubs, assorted ..........- AA opretorh PE « sfejatepentaie mpeparerantit acd BAL «- tors persrste cae Baus “wategs te 25¢ 
Purple-Leaved Peach, ach vase. Fos Sac, Hotere Ses eke ap oto Se lssare ie ie oaks ec eyo eats 40c 
Ampelopsis Veitchii .........cccceceee Sh SRS cs aes Sel ctas ate Sma sal hs Ieee Nw AOR STN 30c 
Honeysuckle, assorted ........ ae te ww bout, 04 O88 trey. Fhe s ent: 20c 
Clematis; assorted; ‘Large ‘Flowering... ..% 22%... fo. 3.8 0) oe ee ae 50c 
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CLOVER, TIMOTHY, MILLET AND GRASS SEEDS. 


ADD 8c PER POUND FOR POSTAGE EXTRA, WHEN ORDERED BY MAIL, FOR ALL 
SEEDS MARKED ON PAGES 45 TO 55. 


FIELD SEED PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE; MARKET PRICES ON APPLICATION. 


Each year we find that there is more acreage being 
Mit seeded to grasses and more attention being made to the 
proper mixtures for pastures with the result of a greatly 
increased yield of forage. And as we are prepared to 
offer suggestions for proper mixtures when parties will 
advise us of the kind of land they wish to sow, we can 
often be of great help. 


The crop of Clover, Alfalfa, Kentucky and English Blue 
Grass is short and prices will be higher. 


We have named prices in this catalogue as low as we ~ 
dare catalogue, and presume as the season advances many 
things will be much higher, hence we prefer our cus- 
tomers to write us when anything is wanted when we 
will give the current market prices. 

RED CLOVER—This is regarded as far the most im- 


portant of the grass family for the practical purpose of 
agriculture, being valuable not only as a forage plant, 
but also for its fertilizing properties. It has long tap- 


SE ; roots and luxuriant foliage, the decay of which enriches 
Red Clover. the soil and adds materially to the value of succeeding 
crops. Sow 10 to 15 lbs. to the acre. Price per Ib., 20c; 

bu., $9.00. 


MAMMOTH OR SAPLING CLOVER—Compared with common Red Clover its ap- 
pearance is similar except that it makes a much stronger growth, the stems growing | 
from 3 to 5 feet long. Being later than the common Red Clover it is often used as 
a mixture with Timothy, either for hay or pasture. Sow 10 to 12 pounds to an acre. 
Price per Ib., 20c; bu., $9.00. 


ALFALFA has proved to be all and more than has been 
claimed for it, as has been fully demonstrated during the sea- 
son of 1901, as it produced three and four crops of choice hay 
when, owing to the severe drouth, all other crops practically 
failed. In a good year it wiil produce double the foliage that 
Red Clover will, and in a bad year will often prove the salvation 
of the farmer. No up-to-date farmer can afford to do without it. 


It succeeds best on bottom or second bottom land where the 
tap roots can penetrate and reach water. It does well if planted 
with grain crop, the whole being cut for hay in the spring and 
can be cut again the first year; the second year it will attain a 
growth from which may be cut three crops of 114 to 2 tons each 
per acre. If not pastured too closely or water allowed to stand 
on it, Alfalfa will continue to grow many years; some fields 
seeded many years ago being as good as ever. It will produce a 
greater yield by irrigating, but stand a severe drouth, having a 
long tap root which draws moisture from below the surface. For hay it should be cut 
when in bloom and put in the stack before it becomes dry enough to break in hand- 
ling. Under favorable circumstances it will produce 5 to 6 tons per acre per year. 
For dairy purposes and fattening beef it is unexcelled. Sow August 10th to September 
20th or April after danger of frost, 20 to 25 lbs. per acre. Lb., 20c; bu., $9.00. 


ALSIKE—Or Swedish Clover—The heads are globular and very sweet and fragrant, 
and much liked by bees, who obtain a great amount of honey from it. It produces 
a great amount of herbage during the season; the stalks being very fine, it makes 
a valuable hay crop. It is is suited to wet land and will produce a good crop where other 
clovers would fail. Sow 4 to 6 pounds to the acre. Price per Ib., 20c; bu., $9.00. 


SCARLET—Or Crimson Clover—Crimson Clover is an annual and is in common use 
for soiling or feeding green. In mild climates where it will stand the winter, it could 


46 MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


be sown in August or September, when it will produce good fall and winter pasture 
and a crop of hay early in June. Sow 15 pounds per acre. Price, per lb., 15c. 


WHITE DUTCH CLOVER—An excellent 
pasturage clover in conjunction with Kentucky 
Blue grass, the finest and most nutritious food 
for sheep and cows. Its flowers are also a 
favorite resort for the honey bee. It succeeds 
on all rich clayey lands, not too wet. Lb.. 20c. 


BOKHARA CLOVER—A tall, shrubby plant, 
grows to the height of four to six feet, with 
branches whose extremities bear numerous 
small white flowers of great fragrance. Sow 
8 to 10 pounds in the spring in drills per acre, 
12 to 16 inches apart. Lb., 20c. 


ESPERSETTE OR SANFOIN—This is a 
luguminous plant, with cany stems from 2 to 
38 feet long, straggling, tapering, smooth; 
leaves in pairs of pointed oblong leaflets, slight- 
ly hairy on the under side, flower stalks high- 
er than the leaves; ending in a spike of crim- 
son or variegated flowers, succeeded by flat 

AE hard pods, toothed on the edges and prickly 

White Clover. on the other sides; roots perennial and hard 

and woody, flowers in July. It is highly recommended for sandy soil. It is an excel- 

lent forage plant and improves the quality and increases the quantity of milk when 
fed to milk cows. It will take 20 to 30 pounds to sow an acre. Lb., 10c. 

TIMOTHY—This is decidedly the best grass for hay, making a large return on 
strong rich clay, of medium state of moisture though somewhat coarse and hard, es- 
pecially if allowed to ripen its seed, yet if cut in the blossom or directly after, it is 
greatly relished by all kinds of stock, and especially so by horses; it possesses a large 
percentage of nutritive matter in comparison with other grasses. It grows very readily 
and yields large crops on favorable soils. Sow in spring or fall, 10 to 15 pounds per 
acres bs 10G" bus *$2:50: 


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KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS. 

It has been thoroughly demonstrated that the soil of Missouri and Kansas is as 
well adapted for raising Blue Grass as that of Kentucky; we have the facilities for har- 
vesting and caring for the seed, and a market for distributing it lies at our door. The 
seed raised here is fully equal to that raised in any other part of the country, the ger- 
minating qualities of it being above the average of the seed usually shipped in. Pos- 
sessing all of these natural advantages, Missouri and Kansas are justly entitled to 
world-wide reputation for Blue Grass pasture; and the fine blooded stock sold in our 
market shows that its quality is second to no state in the Union. 

It is one of the best pasture grasses for our climate and soil, succeeding finely on 
our hill lands and producing the most nourishing food for cattle, retaining its fine 
qualities to a late period in the winter. In connection with white clover, it forms the 


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finest and closest lawns; for this purpose an extra quantity of seed should be used— 
say three bushels of Blue Grass and two pounds of white clover per acre. If sown 
by itself for pasture, 14 pounds is sufficient. Sow early in the spring or during the 
months of September and October. Best, per 100 lbs., $15.00; per lb., 20c. Have lower 
grade if wanted. 


ORCHARD GRASS—This is one of the most valuable and widely known of all pasture 
grasses, coming in the spring and remaining later in the autumn than any other; 
it grows about 2% feet high and produces an immense quantity of leaves and foliage. 
It is well adapted for sowing under trees or orchards and very valuable either for 
grazing or for hay. Sow about 28 lbs. per acre. Lb., 20c; bu., $2.25. 

MEADOW FESCUE—tThis is one of the most valuable of pasture grasses, as its 
long tender leaves are much relished by stock of all kinds. It succeeds well even in 
poor soil, and its roots penetrate the earth 12 or 15 inches. It is not affected except by 
exceedingly dry weather, and is as valuable a fertilizer as Red Clover. When cured 


like timothy it yields a very superior quality of hay. Our stock is all native seed. Lb., 
10c; bushel, $1.75. 


RED TOP—A valuable grass for moist soils. It is a good, permanent grass, stand- 
ing our climate as well as any others and consequently well suited to our pastures, in 
which it should be fed close, for if allowed to grow up to seed the cattle will refuse 
it. On moist, rich soil it will grow two feet and on poor, gravelly soil it will grow 
half that height. From 7 to 14 pounds sown per acre. Price per lb., fancy, 15c; bu. 
$1.75. Special, 1b., 10¢c; bu., $1.25, 


ENGLISH OR PERENNIAL RYE GRASS—Leaves long, narrow and fine. Cut when 
in blossom it makes fine hay. It requires a moist climate; in such it stands six or 
seven years. Sow 30 pounds to the acre. Lb., 10c. 


BERMUDA GRASS—Largely grown in the south, and on account of its ability to 
withstand drouth and hot weather is becoming very popular in Arkansas and Oklahoma 
as a pasture grass. It grows successfully on almost any soil and as its roots will pene- 
trate to the depth of three feet, thus enabling it to grow when other grasses would 
be dormant. Sow from April to June, 5 lbs. per acre. Lb., 60c. 


TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS—This produces an abundant amount of foliage and 
is valuable for pasturage on account of its early and luxuriant growth. It is recom- 
mended for hay and shoots up very quickly after being cut; produces a thick crop of 
aftermath, which also makes it valuable as a selling crop. Sow from 30 to 40 pounds 
to the acre. Lb., 20c. 


JOHNSON GRASS—Johnson Grass is a coarse grass, much 
raised in the south, but is not so desirable in sections where 
tame grasses can be raised. Before sowing soak in water about 
15 hours until seeds swell ready for bursting. Sow in August 
or September or in spring after soil becomes warm and dry. 
Sow 1 to 1% bushels per acre. 25 lbs. per bushel. Lb., 10c. 


SWEET VERNAL GRASS—Yields but a moderate percentage 
of herbage. It is remarkable for giving out a pleasant sweet 
smell during the process of drying and it is to the presence of 
this grass that hay from natural meadows owes its peculiar 
fragrance. Sow from 25 to 30 pounds per acre. Lb., 40c. 


MARKET PRICES—Whenever you desire to buy Grass Seeds, 


RY! Seed Grains, Seed Corn, Seed Potatoes, Onion Sets and other 

ee seeds in large quantities, send us a list of your wants and we 

JOHNSON GRASS, will promptly quote you lowest market prices on articles asked 
for. : 


We will be glad to supply samples and special quotation of any 
seed wanted in quantity. Write us. 


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English Rye Grass. 

AUSTRALIAN SALTBUSH—A valuable forage 
plant for alkali soils and for all regions subject 
to periodic drouths. This plant has been for many 
years the mainstay of herdsmen on the great in- 
terior sheep and cattle ranges of Ausiralia. It 
flourishes where grasses and other forage plants 
will not grow, furnishing enormous quantities of 
wees; nutritive food for stock. Sown among our native 
} grasses it becomes an appetizer and improves 
the condition of grazing animals. The plants have 
_a prostrate habit, covering the ground with a 
green cushion six inches thick. Each plant sends 
y out a mat of runners for several feet in every 
direction; when cut it reproduces itself from the 
same root, while it grows readily from seed mere- 
ly dropped on the surface of the soil and requires 
no cultivation. Sow 1 1b. per acre, should be 
mixed with wheat 10 times its own weight. Per 
J OZ 15¢; 14 Ib. 50c; Ib. $1.50. 

ITALIAN RYE GRASS—This variety is similar 
to the English Rye Grass. It is very nutritious 
and valuable for pastures, especially for early 
sheep feeding; also excellent for lawns. Sow in 
same quantities per acre as for the English Rye 
Grass. Lb., 10c. 

BROMUS INERMIS OR AWNLESS BROME 
GRASS—It originated in Russia, and is recom- 
mended on account of the manner in which it 
has stood on the Hungar- ee 

_ ian plains, where the dry ; ; 
Australian Saltbush. sterile nature of the coun- 
try and the long continued drouths make so many 
plants succumb. This, however, stands well, and has been 
known for thirty years to stand when such robust crops as 
Alfalfa have been destroyed. It gives a luxuriant crop particu- 
larly on fresh sand loam soil, and where the climate is warm. It 
is found that animals eat it greedily, whether in the green or dry 
state, so that it can be used as mown or saved for winter use. 
The seed is sown in the early spring. It will stand under favor- 
able conditions for years, and give as much food in one month as 
Alfalfa gives in three months. Per lb. 15c; 50 lbs. $6.50; 100 lbs. 
$11.50. 

TEOSINTE—Recommended as the most prolific forage plant 
yet introduced. In appearance somewhat resembles corn, but 
the leaves are much longer and broader. The stalk, containing 
much saccharine matter, is very nutritious. It can be cut several 
times during season, yielding enormously. If allowed to re- 
main without cutting, will attain a height of twelve or fifteen —— 
feet. One seed will sometimes produce twenty to sixty stalks Bromus Inermis. 


Meadow Fescue. 


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better it yields. Should not be planted until the soil is perfectly warm in the spring. 
-Requires about 4 pounds of seed per acre. Plant in drills three feet apart, and two 
to three seeds every twelve inches in drill. Lb. 60c. 

MILLET AND HUNGARIAN—Very valuable annual grasses; sown in May and June, 
after it is known what the crop of other grasses will be; in case of a short crop, 
Millet and Hungarian are resorted to with great success. Yield an immense amount 
of fodder—the German yields about one-third more fodder and seed than the common 
Millet. 

COMMON MILLET—It is an annual grass, with tender, juicy and luxuriant leaves, 
much relished by all kinds of stock; makes good hay. Sow 30 to 40 pounds per acre. 
Price per 100 lbs. $1.75. . 

GERMAN MILLET—No other grass or forage plant has been able to produce the 
enormous yield of this plant. It has produced from four to five tons of hay to the 
acre, and from seventy to eighty bushels of seed. It is sown in the spring on newly- 
proken prairie, and after harvesting it leaves the ground in the finest condition for 
wheat. Sow 30 to 40 pounds to the acre. Price per 100 lbs, $1.75. 

SIBERIAN MILLET—Earlier than any of the Millets we know of; is rust-proof and 
great stooler; makes more blades to the plant which are finer than of any other Millet 
and is well liked by all kinds of stock. Sow 15 to 20 pounds per acre. Price per 

0 lbs. $1.75. 

E anes MILLET—Not sv early as the Common Millet, but yields a larger crop. 
Sow 25 to 30 pounds per acre.. Price per 100 lbs, $1.75. 

HUNGARIAN—This grass resembles Millet very much. It is of fine growth, and 
makes an excellent hay. It has numerous succwlent leaves, which furnishes an abun- 
dance of green fodder, taken by all kinds of stock. Sow 25 to 30 lbs. to the acre. 
Price per.100 Ibs. $2.00. | 

MANITOBA MILLET—Also called Hog or Broomcorn Millet. Best Millet for with- 
stasiding drouth. About two weeks earlier than German. Per 100 Ibs. $2.00. 


NON-SACCHARINE. 

DAD $6 es All are non-saccharine varieties of sorghum having 

SRR: great drouth resisting qualities, very productive 
yielding heads of grain weighing from six ounces to 
pound. They make excellent forage, are easy to 
cure, keep well in shocks, and are well eaten by 
stock in winter. If cut in green state they make 
excellent green food and the shoots that spring up 
at once from the roots make a second crop of foliage. 


RED OR WHITE KAFFIR CORN—Grows low, 
stock perfectly erect, the foliage is wide, alternating 
closely on either side of the stalk. It does not 
stool from the root, but branches from the top joints. 
producing from two to four heads of grain from each 
stalk. On very thin and worn lands it yields paying 
crops of grain and forage even in dry seasons, in 
which corn has utterly failed on the same lands. If 
cut down to the ground two or more shoots spring 
from the root, and the growth is thus maintained 
until checked by frost. Lb. 5c; per 100 lbs. $1.25. 


AFRICAN MILLET—Grows a single stalk eight 
or ten feet high and yields heads of grain twelve to 
fourteen inches long. It bears in dry weather and 
makes its crops where corn would wholly fail, and 
matures in one hundred days. Plant early in April 


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a ee every twelve inches in the row and cultivate as 
Kaffir Corn. corn. Lb. 74c; per 100 lbs. $5.00. 


YELLOW MILO MAIZE—It is much earlier than the White Milo Maize. Should 
be planted in four or five feet rows, and two or three feet in the drills, according to 
the quality of the land; two plants in a hill. The cultivation is like corn. It is early 
enough to be adapted to cultivation in the-northern states as well as in the south, 
ai ne its massive growth is highly suitable for ensilage food. Price per lb. 5¢; per 

Ss. $2.00. 


JERUSALEM CORN—A new forage plant. Introduced from Palestine by a mis- 
sionary. One of the surest of all forage plants for dry countries and seasons. Grows 
4 to 5 feet high, produces many large heads well filled with a valuable grain for 
stock and chicken feed. Price, lb, 10c; 100 Iba. £4.00. 


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SORGHUM OR CANE SEED. 


For those living in sections subject to drouth, we cannot 
too earnestly urge the planting of Sorghum, Rice Corn, Kaffir 
Corn, etc., which will almost certainly give them fodder in 
the dryest of seasons. Indeed, as all regions are occasionally 
subject to extreme drouth, we think every farmer should be 
on the safe side and put in some of these wonderful drouth- 
resisting plants. 

Sorghum Seed is now being sown to a greater extent for 
stock feed. It is an enormous yielder of fodder. All stock 
like it, and it is very nutritious and full of saccharine matter. 
It has great fattening properties. It can be grown almost 
anywhere and takes the place of tame grasses in sections 
where they cannot be grown readily. Large cattle raisers are 
growing it to a great extent for winter food for cattle. Sheep 
raisers say it is the finest thing yet discovered for that ani- 
mal. .-Sow broadcast for this purpose, about one to one and a 
half bushels to the acre. 

For syrup it should be planted from May 20th to June Ist, 
as soon as the soil is warm enough for the seed to sprout. 
If in a cold climate the seed should be sprouted before 
planted. It is best to plant in hills of forty-two inches one 
way and twenty inches thef other. Cane planted in this way 
will produce one hundred gallons per acre. 

EARLY AMBER—This popular and well known variety is 
earliest and makes the finest quality of amber syrup and 
good sugar. Price per lb. 5c; per 100 lbs. $1.75. 

EARLY ORANGE—A well known variety, well adapted for 
the South; it is from eight to ten days earlier than the Early 
Amber; produces a syrup of excellent quality. Per lb, 5c; 
per 100 lbs. $1.75. 

KANSAS ORANGE—Very desirable for sugar purposes, also 
for syrup; does not grow quite as large as the Early Amber; 
forms a compact head, about ten days later than the Early 
Orange, produces a large amount of feed. Per lb. 5c; per 


100 Ibs. $1.75. 


BROOM CORN. 


Requires similar soil and culture to corn, but should be planted later; it pays 
better to have the ground in prime condition. It is frequently planted in drills three 
and one-half feet apart, leaving the plants six inches apart. 


CALIFORNIA GOLDEN—Excellent standard variety, grows very fine brush, good 
length, free from large center stem, bleaches very easily in sun. Per 100 lbs. $2.00. 


MISSOURI EVERGREEN—Is a favorite in Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri. Grows 
to be a good length, and if cut at proper time has a good color, but if allowed to stand 
will redden at tip as seed ripens. Per 100 lbs. $2.00. 


TENNESSEE EVERGREEN—Generally shorter, finer growth than Missouri Ever- 
green, preserves color better, becoming more popular with growers, as it is profitable 
for manufacturing, therefore commands higher price. Per 100 lbs. $2.00. 


OKLAHOMA DWARF BROOM CORN—The finest dwarf variety known, being 
early, very productive, with fine, well fibered brush. Its dwarf habit, robust growth and 
great drouth resisting qualities recommend it to our Western and Southern farmers. 
It grows about five feet high, making it easy to care for the brush. We have a choice 
stock of this seed grown in Oklahoma by an experienced broom maker and you will 


find it of choice quality. Per 100 lbs, $3.00. 


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MISCELLANEOUS FARM SEEDS. 


NOTICE—The crop of cowpeas is very short and likely will not be sufficient to 
supply the demand. Those who contemplate growing this useful crop should order 
early, as the supply will probably be exhausted long before seeding time. In consideration 
of the above facts the price is likely to advance materially. 


COW PEA—This is not exactly a pea, but 
more properly belongs to the bean family. 
It is a valuable fodder and fertilizer crop 
and can be grown as a second crop after 
wheat in the north. The seed or grain is 
used for cattle food; the stalks and leaves 
make excellent fodder fed green. Poor, 
sandy soil may be greatly improved by plow- 
ing under a crop of Cow Peas, and thus made 
into fertile loam. Plant in a thoroughly pul- 
verized soil. If wanted to plow under for 
manure, sow with a grain drill in drills a 
== foot apart, about 2 bushels per acre. If 
grown for fodder or seed, plant three feet 
apart, about 4 quarts per acre not more than 
2 inches deep, and cultivate thoroughly. The 
seed must not be sown until the soil has 
become thoroughly warm. Bu. (60 lbs), 
$2.50; pk. 75c. ~ 

FIELD LUPINS—They may be sown from 
April to July and succeed well in the poor- 
est soil, and many lands formerly poor have 
had their value greatly enhanced by plow- 
ing in the Lupin as manure. Lb. 10c. 
‘SOJA BEAN—The plants grow erect, av- 
eraging two and one-half feet in height. 
The stock is strong and woody, and has 
numerous branches covered with heavy fol- 
iage. The branches and upper part of the 
main stem are thickly studded with clusters of pods—from two to five pods growing 
in clusters, each pod containing two beans. The beans should be sown a half bushel 
per acre broadcast, or planted in drills three and a half feet apart and one and a half 
feet between the plants, dropping two or three in each hill, which will require one 
gallon per acre. This variety of bean is sold largely as German Coffee berries at a 
fancy price. Lb. 10c; 4 bu. 75c; bu. $2.50. 


PEANUTS—tThrive and produce best on a light, sandy and tolerably fertile soil. 
Plant soon after frosts are over. 
White Virginia, per lb, 15c. 
Spanish, very early, per lb. 20c 


WILD RICE—An annual which sows itself in the fall, lies dormant all winter, in 
spring commences to sprout, reaching the surface during the first half of June. It 
grows very rapidly in one to eight feet of water. It should be planted before ice 
forms broadcast from a boat, in water having a mud bottom. As an attraction for wild 
fowl it cannot be equaled. It purifies the water, affords protection for the small fry. 
from large fish, as well as furnishing the small fry with plenty of food from the 
animalculae upon the stalks; for planting in fish ponds it is equally desirable. Lb. 25c. 


MAMMOTH RUSSIAN SUNFLOWER—The largest of all sunflowers. This is with- 
out doubt one of the best paying crops that can be raised. Seeds are the best of food 
for poultry and is much cheaper to raise than corn. Stalks, which grow very large 
make excellent firewood. It is also said to afford protection against malaria. Lb, 10c; 
10 lbs. 80c; 20 lbs. $1.40. 


We are agents for the Dust Sprayer Mfg. Co. The Dust Sprayer is a modern 
implement for spraying orchards, vineyards and all kinds of garden truck and plants 
with powder instead of liquid, against diseases of fungus nature and insects. A couple 
of applications in the chicken house will also destroy all lice and mites without any 
damage to the fowls. Formulas for the manufacture of powder used will be furnished 
with every machine. 

If you are interested, write for full particulars and prices. Success guaranteed if 


applied correctly. 


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DWARF ESSEX OR ENGLISH RAPE—Extensively cultivated for soiling purposes 
and also for feeding young cattle, lambs and sheep. Those who are raising poultry will 
find a patch of rape a useful adjunct. It yields abundantly, and all animals are fond 
of it. Sow in April or May. If in drills, not less than 20 or more than 32 inches 
apart, 2 to 4 pounds; if broadcast, 4 to 6 pounds per acre. Lb. 10c; 10 lbs. 90c; 100 
Ibs. $7.00. 


SAND WINTER OR 


HAIRY VETCH — With- 
stands hard winters, hard- 
ier than wheat. Owing to 
its remarkable earliness 
and great feeding quali- 
ties, no dairy farmer or 
hog raiser should be with- 
out it. It is proof against¢ Ze 
drouth, heat and cold. Rel- @gg 
ished by all kinds of stock. 


Yields 15 to 20 tons per F ci ie 
acre. Sow 30 pounds “OME ss 


f the acre, and 44 bushel rye 
ZERY DS oF oats to support the 
= <SIMMENS§ vines. Lb., 15c. FO oe << S 


RY Son SPRING VETCHES OR TARES—A species of the pea 

SOILS grown extensively in England and to a considerable extent 

Bs a, 78 in Canada for stock. Culture same as Field Peas. Two 
, CIEE bushels per acre. Weight per bu., 60 lbs. Per lb, 15c. 


PEDIGREED SEED CORN 


There is no crop of such importance to the farmer as the corn crop, none in which 
the comparative cost of good seed is so little per acre. Recent experiments prove ex- 
clusively that a pure-bred corn will yield from five to ten bushels more per acre than 
the corn ordinarily planted. » 


We have taken great pains to procure choice seed stock from our growers, which 
we offer at reasonable prices. Our seed corn will all be tested, so you can rely on 
good germination. : 


PRIDE OF THE NORTH—90 Days—An early yellow Dent Corn, maturing in this 
climate in 90 days. An excellent corn for stock and is quite prolific, very often yield- 
ing two ears to the stalk. Deep, soft grain and small red cob. PkK., 35c; bu., $1.25. 


ECLIPSE CORN—90 Days—This is one of the earliest and most prolific yellow 
corns ever introduced. The ear is a bright golden color, medium size, cob small, red, 
deep grain, and will mature in 90 days. Pk., 35c; bu., $1.25. 


IMPROVED LEAMING—90 Days—This is one of the earliest yellow Dent Corns 
in Cultivation, ripening in from 90 to 100 days from planting, surpassing the Yellow 
Canada and Flint varieties in earliness, productiveness and quality. The ears are 
large and of an orange yellow color and small red cob; generally producing two good 
ears each, and husks and shells very easy. Pk., 35c; bu., $1.00. 

IOWA GOLD MINE—90 Days—lIs very early; ripening only a few days later than 
Pride of the North; golden yellow; grain very deep; cob small. Will make excellent 
early crop, or will mature if planted after wheat is cut or early potatoes dug. Pk., 
36e; bu., $1.25. 


GOLDEN BEAUTY—100 Days—This variety is a very large grained and handsome 
yellow corn. The ears are of perfect shape, with from ten to fourteen straight rows of 
brightest golden yellow with grains of remarkable size, small cob, filled out completely 
to the extreme end. The richness of color and fine quality of grain make it very 
superior for grinding into meal. Pk., 35c; bu., $1.25. 


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KANSAS SUNFLOWER CORN—90 Days—This is the largest Early Yellow Corn 
we know of, ears averaging one foot in length and about 2 inches in diameter, weigh- 
ing one pound and upwards. The ears are uniform in size and shape, and of a fine 
golden color. It is early, maturing in ninety days. Stalks grow about eight feet 
high, are very leafy and furnish large quantity of fodder. We can recommend it 
highly to anybody who wants a large early yellow corn. Pk., 50c; bu., $1.25. 

MAMMOTH YELLOW DENT—100 Days—This is a large 
eared variety, combining all the good points required in 
corn growing sections south of the 40th parallel. It has 
a broad, deep yellow kernel and red cob; grades “strictly 
yellow” in any market. It is very desirable for yellow 
cornmeal, and those desiring a large, yellow corn cannot 
fail to be pleased with it. Pk., 35c; bu., $1.25. 


CHAMPION WHITE PEARL—An extra early, pure 
white variety of the Dent family; very productive and ex- 
ceedingly heavy, maturing in 85 to 90 days from the time 
of planting. The grain is extra deep and wide, two of 
which will more than span the cob, which is very small. 
Pk; Sac> bt., $2-25: 


IOWA SILVER MINE—White—Stalks grow to a height 
of about seven or eight feet and set the ears about three 
and one-half or four feet from the ground. Ears ten to 
twelve inches in length, weighing one and one-half pounds; 
uniform in size and shape, with pure white kernels set 
on a small white cob, and are well-filled out over the 
tip. It is early, maturing in 95 days. Seventy pounds of 
corn in the ear will make 60 pounds shelled. It is hardy, 
a great drouth resister, and,-summing it all up, the acme 
of perfection. Pk., 35c; bu., $1.25. 


BALDWIN WHITE—A thoroughbred pure 90-day White 
Corn, the longest ear and heaviest yielder known. Ears 
12 inches long and average one pound in weight. Uni- 

~ form in weight, size and color; of high germination and will 
S— produce from five to twenty bushels more corn per acre 
than any other. Took premium in Columbian Exposition in 
1893. You cannot afford to do without it. Pk., 35c; bu., 
$1.25. 


HICKORY KING—100 Days—The cob is so small and 
# the grain is so large that when an ear is broken in half 
§ one grain will cover the entire end of the cob. Nearly 
§ all of the stalks bear two ears and we consider it one of 
the best white corns grown. It ripens in from 100 to 110 
¥ days from time of planting. Price per pk., 40c; per bu., 

$1.50. 

BRAZILIAN OR STOOLING FLOUR CORN—This corn 
stools like wheat, each kernel producing from five to eight 
stalks, each stalk bearing two to three ears, five to seven 
_inches in circumference, nine to twelve inches in length, 

color beautiful white. It is the best variety for ensilage 
we know of, and yields to the acre four times more fodder 
than common corn. Plant two kernels to the hill, thin to one, and cultivate like other 
corn. Two quarts will plant one acre. Qt., 15c; pk., 60c; bu., $2.00. 
POP CORN—White Pearl—Our common market variety. Lb., 10c; 10. ibs., 50c. 
WHITE RICE—A very handsome variety; kernels long, pointed, and resembling 
rice; color white; very prolific. Per lb. 10c; 10 lbs. 50c. 
QUEEN’S GOLDEN—tThe stalks grow six feet high, and the large ears are pro- 
duced in abundance. .It pops perfectly white, and a single kernel will expand to a 
diameter of one inch. Per lb. 10c; 10 Ibs, 50c. 


‘Large buyers, market gardeners, canners and all who use large quantities of seeds 
should write for special prices, naming quantities wanted. 


4 ee ISSOURT SEED “COMPANY 


SEED GRAIN. 


WHEAT. 


RED FULTZ—A smooth, red chaff wheat, a good yielder and suited to any kind 
of land. Per bu., $1.25. 

NEW EARLY RED CLAWSON—This productive and desirable bald sort is destined 
to become a general favorite. Was originated from the popular Golden Cross, fertilized 
on the Clawson, partaking from the Golden the compact head, dark red grain, extreme 
hardiness, rapid growth and strong straws; from the Clawson, baldness, red chaff and 
very large kernels. The heads are very large, often growing from five to six inches in 
length and is a very strong, vigorous grower, being the first to start out in the spring 
and a wonderful stooler. Per bu., $1.25. 

MEDITERRANEAN HYBRID WINTER—It has: proven extremely hardy and very 
prolific and has been pronounced by the best judges to be very superior for flour. It 
has the beard and blue straw of the Mediterranean, and thick set, compact head and 
plump berry of the Deihl, with stiff, long straw. Per bu., $1.25. 


SPELTZ OR EMMER—The Valuable New Grain From Russia—lIt is readily eaten 
by all kinds of stock and has shown itself to be especially adapted when fed to milch 
cows. It is better to mix it, however, with bran and shorts, as it is a pretty heavy 
feed, when fed alone. As a swine feed, we think very well of it, indeed, especially for 
brood sows. Horses do well on it, but we do not think it is equal to oats in that case. 
Its most striking value is found in the fact of its drouth-resisting qualities. The United 
States Department of Agriculture has issued a bulletin on Speltz commending it highly, 
and the introductory paragraph of that bulletin states: “The extremely variable climatic 
conditions in some of our western states have made it desirable to give particular at- 
tention to crops resistant especially to cold and drouth. Among such crops Emmer 
holds high rank and should become one of the prominent crops for stock feeding.” 
Lb. 5c; bu., 75c. 

BUCKWHEAT—Japanese, per bu., $1.50; Silver Hull, per bu., $1.50; Common, 
per bu., $1.50. 

HEMPSEED—Grown in the eastern part of our state both for the seed and for 
the fibre; requiring rich bottom land. If grown for the seed two quarts will sow one 
acre; if grown for tbe fibre, sow about one bushel per acre. Per Ib. 10c; 10 lbs. T5c. 

FLAXSEED—Laregely grown in this state for the seed. Sow one-half to three- 
quarters bushel per acre. Can furnish choice recleaned seed for sowing any time, at 
$1.75 per bushel. 

SEED RYE—Rye does best on rich sandy soil, almost a sure crop every year; 
should be sown in August or September, either in drills or broadcast, at the rate of 
one to one and a half bushels per acre; is raised both for pasture and grain. Per bu. 
(56 lbs), 90ce. ; 

BARLEY, COMMON—Barley succeeds best on lands more sandy and lighter than 
those adapted to wheat. It is sown in the spring and can be grown farther north than 
an) other grain. Sow from 2 to 2% bushels per acre. Per bu., 65c. 

Mansury Barley, per bu., 75c. 

CASTOR BEAN—Are largely grown in our state, and have paid well the last few 
years. Will do well on any good corn land. One bushel plants 15 acres. Per Ib. 5c; 
bu., $2.00. 


OATS. 


THE KHERSON--—A new oat introduced by the Nebraska Experiment Station from 
the Province of Kherson, Russia, from which it derives its name, and from the reputa- 
tion it has already gained, believe that it will be a valuable addition to the Oats 
family for this locality. It being very early, escapes the rust which of late years has 
been so damaging to the Oat crop. The following is the description as given by the 
Nebraska Experiment Station: “The Kherson Oat is a vigorous, but not a rank 
grower, short-stemmed, with broad leaves showing a large surface, spreading panicles, 
berries a light crezimy color, small, but very numerous, having thin hulls; usually weighs 
well per bushel, and in this as well as yield has led all others at this station.” From 
the information we have been able to gather we believe it will do well in the west. 


Pk., 25c; bu., 75¢:. 
RED RUST PROOF—Heavy grain; very prolific and entirely rust proof. Pk., 20c; 


bu., 60c. rif 

WHITE BONANZA—One of the finest varieties in cultivation and yields extra- 
ordinary crop; very early, stiff straw, grows four feet high; heads remarkably heavy; 
grain short arid plump, resembling barley in shape, and has never rusted or fallen 
down on the richest soil, weighs from 35 to 40 Ibs per level bushel. Pk., 25c; bu., 60c. 


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SEED POTATOES. 
Prices Subject to Change. . BEAUTY OF HEBRON—This 


is undoubtedly one of the best 
of the medium varieties. In 
most sections it proves earlier 
than the Early Rose, fully as 
vigorous and very productive. 
Tubers similar in shape to the 
Early Rose, but shorter; tinged 
with pink at first, but becomes 
pure white during winter. Bu., 
$1.10. 


TRUE EARLY ROSE — The 
Early Rose is a standard early 
potato and is so well known as 
to need no description. We are 
prepared to sell fine northern 
grown selected stock. Bu., $1.10. 


WHITE STAR — This variety 
is one of the most profitable 
eee : sorts to grow for the market. 

Aas 7 Whether baked or boiled its pur- 
Red River Ohio. ity of color, fine floury texture 
and delicate flavor are very attractive and prolific in yield. It is medium early. Color 
pure white, and remarkable for fine keeping qualities. Bu., $1.00. 


EARLY SIX WEEKS—The Six Weeks is evidently a seedling from Ohio, which. 
it closely resembles in every way, but is earlier, makes taller stalks and appears to 
yield better on upland than that variety. It is well described as growing tubers grow 
close together in the hill. The potatoes grow so rapidly that under favorable circum- 
stances they are fit for table use in six weeks from the time of planting, and mature 
between ten and eleven weeks. It revels in moist land. Bu., $1.00. 


BURBANK’S SEEDLING—White skinned, few eyes, fine grained flesh, dry and 
floury when cooked; very productive, ripening between the early and late varieties. 


Bu., $1.00. epee ter rs er 


EARLY OHIO—This is de- 
cidedly the standard early 
variety, which is always in 
demand for an early market 
potato. Among all the old 
and better known varieties it 
ranks first as to quality and 
productiveness and is a favor- 

. ite with all. Bu., 90c. 


RED RIVER OHIO—This 
potato is grown in the Red 
River Valley and well pays 
for the difference in price of 
it and the native Ohio, and 
after once having planted 
them, you will plant no other. 


Early Ohio. 


Bu., $1.25. 
SWEET POTATOES. Prices subject to change. 

Yellow Nansemond, standard variety for main crop..................0.- -per bu. $1.50 

Red Nansemcad, like above except skin is red...................+.2+0-0-per bu. 2.00 
Jersey Yellow, shorter and thicker than Nansemond......................per bu. 1.50 
Golden Queen, an early variety of large BAG olde a cisiei's vine AU Se oe cece per bus 200 
White Brazilian, a long white potato, very handsome......................per bu. 2.50 
Southern Queen, a large early potatO....... cece cccccccccsccccsceeess per bu. 2.00 

Red Bermuda, a large early potato............. cece eee cece eee cceecceess sper bu. 2.00 


SWEET POTATQ PLANTS, $2.00 per 1,000. 


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JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES—We offer the 
Jerusalem Artichoke because we consider it 
the best. This is the well known Turberous 
variety. They are prepared for eating in the 
Same manner as potatoes, and by some are con- 
sidered extra fine. Their principal value, how- 
ever, is for the feeding of swine, for which pur- 
pose nothing is better. They are very pro- 
ductive and easily grown. Bu. $1.00. 


SLUG SHOT—Is an infallible insecticide 
and has been used for a number of years with 
efficacy and safety. 

IT KILLS THE POTATO BUGS—Dust the 
plants all over, but do not cover the leaves 
too thickly. Use lightly but thoroughly. Slug 
shot does not kill the eggs or prevent them 
wei A The bugs do not fall off while you 
wait. 

Kills the small insects on the Turnips, Beets, 
Radishes, etc., worms on the Currant and 


. cd Gooseberry Bush, Cabbage Worms, Yellow 
Jerusalem Artichokes. _* 


Striped Beetles on Squash, Melons, Cucumbers, 
Beets, etc., Lice and Slugs, Rose Bushes and 
other flowering plants. Canker Worms and 
other Caterpillars on Apple and Fruit Trees. 
Is also a good fertilizer. 

DIRECTIONS FOR USING—Dust the pow- 
der lightly over the infected plants so as to 
cover every part of them. One application 
is generally sufficient, but if a new brood ap- 
pears repeat the operation at once. Price TIE 
per 5 lbs. 35c; 10 lbs, 60c; 50 Ibs, $2.50; 100 Tal \ 
Ibs. $4.50. Meta fr Sense : 

IMPLEMENT FOR USE OF SLUG SHOT—Canister holds % pint, has screw top per- 
forated with fine holes useful for applying Slug Shot in small gardens. .Price filled 25c. 

THE DUSTER is the commonest implement used for applying Slug Shot. Are two 
sizes, holding one-half and one gallon. A man or youth can go through a field and 
cover the plants as fast as he can walk. Price 35c and 50c each. 


BLUE GRASS STRIPPERS. 
IT WILL PAY YOU TO INVESTIGATE HOW IT IS DONE. 
THE THOMASSON & PENCE ROTARY CYLINDER BLUE GRASS STRIPPER. 
THE BEST AND EASIEST HANDLED IN THE MARKET. 


This machine will strip from seven to ten acres per day (Mig RAR iM { nin PAR 
and strips it much cleaner, leaving less seed on the straw ARM 44 Rashes ON 
than any other machine. An acre will average from 10 to SPN UN ah Ws 

25 bushels of seed. ANN I (| HABA a Alli 

The machines are within reach of all who have Blue “ “iif i | fh i 1A | 
Grass. ay Ut I AM) 

Send for Circulars. We want the name of every one who has a Blue Grass Pasture. 

KING’S HAND GRASS SEED STRIPPER. 

The Stripper only weighs four pounds and is easily handled—a boy 10 years old can 
easily use it—and in a fair crop of Kentucky Blue Grass Seed and Red Top you can 
gather five bushels per day. These handstrippers can be used in fence cornerg and 
places where a horse power machine cannot work. Every Stripper is warranted to 
give entire satisfaction. There are thousands now in use. Price $2.00. 


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HAND SEED SOWERS. 

THE LITTLE GIANT SEEDERS are the light- 
est running and best sowing machines on the 
market. They have Iron Frames, Malleable Brace, 
Force Feed, Pressed Tin Distributing Wheel, and 
hand hold on the side, and the stirrer is the 
most effective feeder placed on any machine. 


No. 4. 

No. 3 Geared. The strongest, prettiest and best . 
seeder made. Price $1.50. RRbe ceo 

No, 4 has the same gearing as the No. 3, but 7": i 
Is smaller. The best cheap machine on the mar- 9 '%:1+ = A 
ket. Price, $1.25. State Pea AN "Slee 

No. 1 Fiddle Bow—The same construction as. M?iouyo) WN ee 
the No. 3. Price $1.25. _ re Salen a ~ Chat 

CAHOON’S HAND BROADCAST SEEDER—For *<ii77306i00 "3318 
sowing- wheat, oats, hemp, rye, buckwheat, flax- a Pett OF rs : 


seed, grass seed, etc. The hand machine, at the common walking gai sows from six 
to eight acres per hour. It sows equally well in the face of the wind; it is attached 
to the body by a strap over the shoulder and turned by a crank in the right hand. 
Price $3.00. 


CYCLONE BROADCAST SEEDER—Perfect in distribution, mechanically con- 
structed. Neatest and most simple. Has 
Automatic Cut Off and Regulator. Strong- 
est in Construction. Price $1.50. 


Z CYCLONE 


| Be Sows uniform the whole length of the hopper 
Sune § ees pl eo: and does not bunch or injure seed. Unrivaled for 
2 fast and perfect work. 


No. 1—Clover and Grass Seeder, 14 ft. hopper, $8.00. 

No. 2—Clover and Grass Seeder, with double hopper for Red Top and Orchard 
Grass, 12 ft.hoppers $9.00. No. 3—Complete Seeder, with double hopper for 
Flax and large quantities of Millet, 12 ft. hoppers, $9.00. 

Send for full descriptive circular. if | 


ual 


OIL CAKE MEAL. 


Chemical analysis has shown, and experience has proven, that of all feeding sub- 
stances OIL CAKE MEAL stands without an equal. To farmers it is especially valu- 
able. It is the greatest FLESH FORMER, MILK AND BUTTER PRODUCER IN USE, 
and on fair test will prove to be the most economical Cattle Food a farmer can use, 
and it not only increases the value of his land, but keeps his stock in excellent con- 
dition, and at the same time increases the quantity and richness of the milk. THOSE 
WHO HAVE FED THE LONGEST FEED THE MOST. Present prices: 


Flax Seed Oil Meal, per 100 Ibs, $1.75; per ton $30.00. 
Cotton Seed Oil Meal, per 100 lbs, $1.75; per ton, $30.00. 


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_. CLIPPER GRAIN & SEED LANG’ 

= MILLS. ; 
The best Fanning Mill now . 

made. The only seed cleaner HAND Ses 


ae pierce” Netece blast, WEEDER = = itll 


No. 1—Farm Mill, $25.00. (eee & ————- 
No. 2— Seedman’s Mills, LESS 
TOOL 7 


a 
<< ~ PrePain 


LANG’S HAND WEEDER—It is, in our opinion, the best weeder made. Its spe- 
cial advantages over all other weeders of this class is that it has a band which passes 
over the fingers which, when the tool is not in use, gives full use to the hand for pull- 
ing weeds and thinning out plants without laying down the tool. Price 25c; $2.50 per 
doz.; 30c each, postpaid. 


EUREKA WEED KILLER, Odorless and Clean—Will destroy all weeds, moss, etc., 
on gravel walks, carriage drives, stable yards, courts, etc. One can will make 26 gal- 
lons of solution. Per can, 60c. Express prepaid. 


ACME ATOMIZER. 


Indispensable on Every Farm. For Spraying Paris Green and Other Insecticides on 
Potato Vines, Shrubs, Small Trees, House Plants, Live Stock and Poultry. 


A great labor saver on the farm and in every 
garden, barn, greenhouse and hennery. 

It will apply the finest possible spray on any 
object desired and exterminate any kind of in- 
sect. 


“TRARESMAN EA 


Weighs only one pound; can holds one and one-half pints, and will cover 750 hills 
of potatoes, and Kill the Bugs. 

Well and simply made of heavy tin, combined into the strongest possible shape, 
it cannot come apart, and easily cleans itself when turned upside down. 

Was thoroughly tested last season and gave universal satisfaction; 70c. 


FERTILIZERS. 


PURE GROUND BONE AND POTASH—Every farmer knows that bone is a good 
fertilizer. Potash is equally essential. In using these two important elements you are 
restoring to the soil that which has been removed by crops or consumed by animals. 
This combination of our soluble bone and potash is a happy one for grain crops in this 
section of the country. 


HOW APPLIED—The first requirement is to have the fertilizer evenly and well 
mixed with the soil. Do not plow it in; keep it near the surface where the rains and 
dews will dissolve it. It may be drilled in or sown broadcast after the ground is pre- 
pared for the crop and harrowed in well. For crops in rows it may be cast beside the 
rows and worked in the first time the crop is cultivated. There are fertilizer attach- 
ments for most planting machines. 

OUR SPECIAL FERTILIZERS—Are as follows: 

Quantity Price Price 
peracre peri100 perton 


Pee NOL GUIZOR 5 oon ms einip a wiepe seabyneee ge one sts rhe Caimi nani as saree celaiose he 150 to 300 $1.60 $30.00 
Pure Ground Bone............. osetia Seiiere fe, wk rhe mie ween ---300 to 600 1.60 32.00 
Bone “ands Potash é.s a5..." Se ps ce ei Seeks Sich Gace deem ee ...200 to 500 2.00 35.00 


For Poultry Foods, see last page. 


1426-1428 ST. LOUIS AVE., KANSAS CITY, MO. 59 


“PLANET JR.” FARM AND GARDEN TOOLS. 


Space will not permit our showing and describing all of the “Planet Jr.” tools, but 
we will send a fully illustrated catalogue free for the asking to any who desire it, and 
we Gan~supply promptly anything ordered. “Planet Jr.” goods are standard machines, 
the best on the market. In sending your orders to us, you can rely on getting bottom 
prices. 


ON RECEIPT OF THESE PRICES BELOW, WE WILL DELIVER ANY OF THESE 
“PLANET JR.” TOOLS, FREIGHT PREPAID, TO YOUR RAILROAD STATION. 

NO. 1, COMBINED DRILL SEEDER WHEEL HOE CULTIVATOR AND PLOW. 
Price, $9.50. A pair of 5-tooth rakes supplied when specially ordered. Price 50c. 


This has long been the most popu- 
lar combined tool made. As a seed 
sower it is the same as No. 2 Drill 
Seeder, but smaller. From a drill it is 
changed to its other uses by removing 
two bolts, when hoes, etc., can be 
quickly attached. It is an excellent 
seed sower, a first-class double or 
single wheel hoe, an excellent furrow- 
er, an admirable wheel cultivator, and 
a rapid and efficient garden plow. It is 
' @ practical, every-day time and labor- 
saver, and a grand remedy for back- 
ache, 


NO. 2 DRILL SEEDER. Price $7.50. 


This tool is known and used the world 
over, and excepting our hill and drill 
seeders, is the most perfect drill known. 
It holds three quarts and sows in an 
even, regular stream, whether there is 
much or little in the hopper. The index 
contains the names of the principal seeds 
and when a name appears, through the 
slot, the drill is set right for that seed 
Harr ww The opening plow, being directly be 
ee = tween the wheels, follows all irregulari- 

: io ane ay ties of the ground. It can be set to run 
deep or shallow, and the seeds are deposited in a very narrow line. The machine is 
extremely simple, has no agitators, belts or gearing; and will not injure any seed. 
The best low-priced drill on the market. 


NO. 3 HILL AND DRILL SEEDER. Price, $10.50. 


This is the same tool as the No. 5 seeder 
and just as good, except that it is smaller 
in size. The hopper holds three quarts; 15- 
inch patent steel driving wheel, with broad 
. face, which makes the drill run easily, even 
a when full. The quantity of seed is regu- 
A* lated by an accurate index, conveniently 
—~ ZS Ne Sat eee placed at the top of the handle, and care- 
aril SS i sii fully graduated for either hill dropping or 
rilling. The flow of seed is started or stopped by a single movement of the fore- 
finger. The roller is broad and hollow faced, leaving a wide, smooth track for the 
wheel hoe. It is extremely simple, and will not injure the most delicate seed. 


NO- 5 HILL AND DRILL SEEDER. Price, $13.00. 


This Seeder is the same tool as the No. 3, except that it is larger in size. 


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NO. 4 COMBINED HILL AND DRILL SEEDER, SINGLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR 


This a‘imirable tool combines in aN reg cae Ae’, 5 Dalene eee 
~ s s 7] s 


a single convenient implement a 
capital hill-dropping seeder, a _ per- 
fect drill seeder, a single wheel 
hoe, a cultivator and a plow. It 
holds two quarts and as a seeder 
is like the No. 5, sowing in continu- 
ous rows, or dropping in hills at 
five different distances. It is 
thrown out of gear by simply rais- 
ing the handles. The index is ac- 
curate, simple and easily set. The 
_ drill is detached and the tool frame 
substituted by removing but one — 

bolt. It then becomes a= single 

wheel hoe, garden plow or culti- => = ‘eS << 
vator. It is useful almost every day of the season, at every stage of garden work. 
With this one implement the small farmer can do practically all the work in his small 
crops. A Set of three rakes supplied when specially ordered. Price, $1.00. 


NO. 6 HILL AND DRILL SEEDER, HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW. Price, $13.50. 
No. 6 Hill and Drill Seeder, $11.00 
No. 6 Drill Seeder, $9.50. 

This latest Planet Jr. Seeder has 
been under construction for two 
years past, and has been held back 
until every detail has been made 
as nearly perfect, as it seems pos: 
sible to have it. 

We have been making Hill Seed- 
ers for a number of years past and 
they have been received and used 
by the public with a great deal of 
satisfaction. This is easily ac- 
counted for, as the seeds may be 
sown either in hills or drills, at 
pleasure. About one-half of our 
garden seeds are usually planted in 
drills, and nearly as many other 
varieties are preferred in hills. Hill seeding can be done with these machines just 
as rapidly as drilling, while much seed is saved by this method and the crop is more 
uniform, which is one of the prime conditions necessary to produce a large yield. 


NO. 25 COMBINED HILL AND DRILL SEEDER AND DOUBLE WHEEL HOE. 
S ; This new combined machine is 
Price, $13.50. intended for a class of gardeners 
who have a large enough acreage 
in crops for a Double Wheel Hoe 
to be used to good advantage, and 
yet prefer not to buy a separate 
Wheel Hoe. It is large enough for 
field use, for it holds 2% quarts 
(or about 5 lbs. of onion seed) and 
has 11%4-inch wheels—which are 
just the right size. : 
As a drill it is almost identical 
_with the “Planet Jr.”’ No. 4 Drill; 
will sow in drills or hills, 4, 6, 8, | 
12 or 24 inches apart and has the 
same automatic device for throw: 
ing out of gear and the new com- 
bined cut-off and seed index with 
thumb screw adjustment. It is 
pa thoroughly substantial and accurate 
in sowing all kinds of garden_seeds in either hills or drills. 

As a Wheel Hoe it is identical with the “Planet Jr.” No. 12 Double Wheel Hoe, the 
very best machine on the market. The change from Drill to Wheel Hoe takes but a 
moment, and the entire combination is one we can heartily recommend and guar- 

-antee satisfactory. 


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1426-1428 ST. LOUIS AVE., KANSAS CITY, MO. 61 


“PLANET JR.” No. 11 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR, RAKE AND PLOW. 


Price, $9.00. 
This perfected wheel hoe is 


invaluable for use in all small 
crops, its variety of work is al- 
most incredible. Changes and 
adjustments of the tools are 
made with the greatest quick- 
ness. It has 11-inch wheels, 
which can be set at four dif- 
ferent distances apart; the 
frame is malleable, with ample 
room for tool adjustment and 
can be set three different 
heights. The handles are ad- 
sUSEAD IS at any height, and, be- 
— =e Sa = ne attached to the arch are un- 
disturbed in aiding canta. of adinstment in frame, wheels or tools. The arch is 
of stiff steel, unusually high; the quick change frame permits the tools to be changed 
without removing the nuts. Seven pairs of tools, as shown in the cut, go with the 
complete wheel hoe. All the blades are of tempered and polished steel. 


NO. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW. Price, $7.00. 


This tool is identical with No. 11 Wheel Hoe, except that it has fewer attachments, 
is sold at a correspondingly less price. The tools shown and sold with No. 12 are what 
gardeners use most and the others can be added as wanted. 

No. 13 Double Wheel Hoe Only as a Hoe. Price, $4.75. 


THE “FIRE-FLY” GARDEN PLOW. 
Price, $2.35. 


-This tool is most useful in small gardens, opening fur- 
rows for manure or seeds, and covering them quickly. 
Chicken-raisers will find it very useful in plowing up the 
scratching yards. The moldboard is of tempered and 
polished steel; the depth is quickly changed. 


“PLANET JR.” NO. 16 SINGLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR, RAKE AND PLOW. 
Price, $5.85. 


This latest and best single 
wheel hoe has a very full set of 
tools, several of them being of 
new design, such as have been 
found to work in the very best 
manner. It has 11-inch wheel 
with broad face; is very light, 
strong and easy running. It has 
adjustable handles and quick- 
change frame. The tools are a 
well-shaped plow for marking 
out, plowing, covering and late 
cultivation; a pair of 6-inch 
shield hoes and three all steel 
patent cultivator teeth; also a 
set of two rakes, just the thing 
for preparing ground for the 
} seed drills. A _ practical leaf- 

guard holds up the plants while 
thorough work is being done underneath; the frame changes in height, and the wheel 
may be attached to the other side of the frame, Ss both sides of the row may be 
hoed at one passage. 


62 MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


NO. 17 SINGLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW. Price, $5.00. 

This tool is identical with No. 16, 

but has only a pair of 6-inch hoes, 

a plow, and a set of cultivator teeth 

—an outfit sufficient for most gar- 

den work. The other attachments 
can be added at any time. 


NO. 174%. SINGLE WHEEL HOE 
AND CULTIVATOR. 


Price, $4.50. 

This machine is similar to No. 17, 
except it has no plow, but it has a 
leaf lifter. Thousands of them are 
sold annually for cultivating sugar 
beets and onions. 

NO. 18 SINGLE WHEEL HOE. 
Price, $3.50. 

This tool has the same frame and REE 2 ee = 
handles as No. 16, but has one pair Ss a ea 
of 6-inch hoes only—the tools that are most constantly useful throughout the season. 
All the other tools can be added as needed. 


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NO. 19 SINGLE WHEEL HOE, CULTIVATOR AND PLOW. 


This new and. attractive im- 
plement is designed for the 
Farmer’s garden work, though 
it offers to everyone with either 
field or garden, a cheap and ef- 
fective tool for all hand wheel 
hoe operations. 


The wheel is high and is made 
with stiff steel rim and spokes, 
and a combination steel and mal- 
leable iron hub. The wheel arms . 
are steel and the frame of the 
tool is attached adjustably to the 
wheel arms, so that the height 
of the handles may be readily 
changed to suit man or boy., 


The standard is slotted to 
make regulation of depth easy 
and by means of an adjustable 
malleable filling piece, the same 
=. standard is made to carry per: 
. Price, $3.75. 


“PLANET JR.” TWELVE-TOOTH HARROW AND CULTIVATOR. 
Price Plain, $6.20. Price, with Wheel, $6.90. _ Price, Complete, $9.00. 
This tool has rapidly grown into 
favor with farmers, market garden- 
ers and strawberry growers. It 
has a high frame and the chisel- 
shape teeth cut an inch wide each. 
It may be set with teeth trailing. 
The foot lever pulverizer is a 
capital addition for preparing 
ground for the seed drill or for 
plant setting. Hand levers regu- 
late both width and depth while 
in motion; it contracts to 12 inches, 
and may be further reduced in 
BWA width by taking off the outside 
teeth; it expands to 32 inches. It cultivates deep without throwing earth upon the 
plants, and the smooth, round-throated teeth turn strawberry runners without in- 
juring them. Strawberry Runner Cutter Attachment consisting of a 10-inch flat steel 
disc mounted on an outrigger; extra. Price, $1.75. 


1426-1428 ST. LOUIS AVE., KANSAS CITY, MO. 63 


“PLANET JR.” NO. 8 HORSE HOE. 
Price, $9.00. 


Probably no other cultivating machine is so widely known as the “Planet Jr.” Com- 
bined Horse Hoe and Cultivator, for it is in use throughout the civilized world. It is so 
strongly built as to withstand incredible strain, yet it is light and easy to handle. 


The Frame is extra long and extra high, making a tool that will not clog easily. 


The Stiff Steel Standards, are hollow with round throats; they polish quickly and 
free themselves readily from obstructions, and they clasp the frame and strengthen it. 


The Depth is under perfect control by a new lever wheel and patent depth regula- 
tor, moved instantly in unison by a single lever, making exact work, steadying the 
machine and relieving the operator. 


The Expander is an entirely new pattern, superior to all other forms; exceedingly 
strong, simple, accurate and positive in all positions. 2 7 


The Handle and Braces are also new, and the most effective and stiffest combi- 
nation known, at once making the tool rigid, yet allowing every adjustment of handles 
in height and sidewise. 


The Reversible Side Hoes, patented, are an important part of the implement. As 
shown in the cut, they act as plows or hillers, but when turned end for end, the tool 
becomes a genuine horse hoe, working so shallow and. so close, without injury to the 
roots, that an immense amount of hard labor is saved. 


Every part is perfected to make the tool acceptable to the intelligent farmer, who 
knows the best is always the cheapest. 


“PLANET JR.” No. 7 HORSE HOE. 
Same as No. 8, but without the Depth Regulator. Price, $8.50. 


The No. 9 is similar to the No. 8 Horse Hoe, but it has a plain wheel instead of 

PI operating N a convenient lever. It has the same standards and teeth, and is 

made in other respects like the popular 

anet Jr. 0. 9 ¥ No. 8. It is strong and serviceable and 
Horse Hoe and will give full satisfaction. 

Cultivator 


“PLANET JR.” No. 9 HORSE HOE. 
Price, $7.75. 


Please write for special Planet Jr. Catalogue, which gives 
full description of all styles Drills, Hand-hoes, 
Horse-hoes and Cultivators. 


64 MISSOURI SEED COMPANY 


PIVOT WHEEL RIDING CULTIVATOR, PLOW, FURROWER AND RIDGER. 
Price, Complete, $50.00. 
A : This machine has jumped 
Lp y quickly into public favor, be- 
iim cause of its superiority to 
other Riding Cultivators. It 
has hollow steel shanks, long 
steel gangs, adjustable seat, 
lever depth regulation, spring 
tension, improved plant 
guards and double-tree, pivot 
wheels with broad tires, steel 
hub and removable box with 
dust caps. The teeth adjust 
for depth, width and angle. 
The wheels close to 32 inches 
and open to 40, and the tool 
cultivates all rows from 28 
inches to 4 feet apart at one 
passage. It is comfortable 
to ride upon, light in weight, 
light in draft, simple in op- 
eration, and durable in every 
part. 
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POULTRY FOODS. 


Per 100 
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Complete Grits, Digester and Tonic........ 85 
Bone Meal, Digester and Shell Former...... 2.00 


Digester Tankage, Digester and Shell Former 2.50 

Meat Meal, Flesh Grower and Egg Producer. 2.50 
Ideal Poultry Food, Flesh Grower and Egg 

‘ Producers an, .Soaseee oie i BERLE SSE 2.75 

Blood Meal, for Calves, Prevents Scours.... 3.25 

Blood Flour, for Calves, Prevents Scours... 4.00 


SPECIAL. 
Missouri Poultry Food. 

A Combined Chick and Chicken food, composed 
of wheat, kaffir corn and other ingredients, alto- 
; gether constituting a well balanced poultry ra- 
tion. None better; try it and be convinced; per 
100 Ibs. $1.25. 


OYSTER SHELL AND BONE. 

For the safe and profitable handling of eggs, a good Shell is indispensable, and one 
that Biddy cannot furnish without proper food. 

Oyster Shell and Bone furnishes this in the most available, as well as in the cheap- 
est form, and in addition is a promoter of good health. 

Our Oyster Shell is dried by a hot air process, which retains all the desirable qual- 
ities, and is then crushed to the proper size to be most readily available, after which 
it is screened so that there may be no waste. 


COMPLETE GRIT. 

A digester is as necessary to the health of a fowl as food, and it must first be hard 
so that it may remain rough under the contraction and relaxation of the gizzard, and 
it should be light colored as this attracts the eye of the fowl, and causes it to be eaten 
greedily. 


A Grit that contains medicinal qualities such as Iron, Magnesia and Sulphur, is 
especially valuable because it tones up the system and purifies the blood. These 
features are all strongly marked in our Complete Grit, and we offer it as an unex- 
celled article for this purpose. 


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