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SILVER SKIN
ONION SETS
GENERAL STORE AND OFFICE I428E.MAIN STREET.
BRANCH STORE AND WAREHOUSE 1711 E.FRANKLIN ST.
BRANCH 3T0RF.(UPT0WN)603 605 E.MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND,m.
D. & B s. Finest Mixed Velvet Green Lawn Grass
npnrvU1 GraSS comP°?ed entirely of the very highest grade and most suitable Grasses as respects color, texture and perma-
efforts isWtl?Ipeiendtd mixture"* 1 * * * * ^ °f with in a P-% and permanent lawn, and the result Z
8 wei^from timf of^oJiat^lU-Ck7fB1Ue Gl'aSS’ &S t Pr°duces bl:autiful green velvety sward in quicker time (which is in G to
the heat \lrZlZ f g) ‘ nd * ° permanent lasting qualities. It is better adapted to the various soils, and stands
the heat and drought of summer as well as the severe cold better than any of the various mixtures so commonly offered.
frnm .,c- ,have been successful in securing the most desirable combination is shown in the character of the fine lawns produced
loo-ue) ancMn bVautifu^ H Yl "8’ ft® f °f P® Bftk Abbey (a Phot°graph of which is shown on the back cover of this cata-
quantities beautlful Hollywood and Oakwood cemeteries, as Well as many country estates who use this mixture in very large
we ftef°sUafdebfr,keitin min(,1> when eliparing prices, that this mixture is all of the choicest, cleanest and heaviest seeds; and
10 lbs. $2.25; WVSMOO MJjr secured at any price. Per lb. 30 cts.; by mail 40 eta.; 5 lbs. $1.25;
Preparation and Care of Lawns
The proper preparation of the ground in starting a new lawn is essential. This is too often neglected. The ground should
be deeply ploughed, or spaded deep enough to leave a bed of loose earth 4 to 6 inches deep. This should be thoroughly pul-
ZZeil M^l Vr°V1ig all sticks roots and stones. After getting the ground perfectly smooth, put on an application of
uaw Pone Meal, at the rate of o pounds to the 300 square feet or 1,000 pounds to the acre. DO NOT USE STABLE MANURE-
it is unsightly , and is also a hotbed of weed seeds and worms, the very thing to be guarded against in laying a foundation for
^Ve recommend a thick seeding, sowing the seed at the rate of 1 pound to the 300 square feet (or about 18 feet each
way), 80 to 100 lbs. to the acre. The land should then be gone over with a heavy roller, or the seed raked in thoroughly with
a small hand-rake. The best months for seeding a lawn are February, March, April or October. Let the grass get a start
° inches before cutting, as too early cutting retards growth; after this cut every ten days, and watering thoroughly once a
week in the evening is sufficient, watering every day has a tendency to keep the roots of the grass near the surface, and they
are likely to be burnt out by the hot midday sun. ' ‘
Orange Co., Va., March 20, 191G.
I thank you gentlemen for your promptness in filling my order
for Lawn Grass. You did it as promptly as if it had been for 50
bushels, which makes it a pleasure to do business with your
house. I know where to get good Seed and prompt service in the
future.
Again thanking you and with good wishes, I am
Very respectfully, J. H. REID.
Orange Co., Va., Sept. 19, 191G.
The Lawn Grass Seed I bought of you did just fine, I did not
have one bit of trouble with it. Your customer,
MRS; J. B. ADAMS.
Vance Co., N. C., June 9, 1915.
J he shipment of your D. & B.’s Finest Mixed Lawn Grass sent
me was just line. I have a good stand of Crass.
Thanking you, 1 am, yours truly. J. IT. EDWARDS.
PURE RAW BONE MEAL
, do. 1>C, l!S(‘l Th6n seecbng Hie lawn. It also makes the finest kind of top dressing for Lawns already established, when it should
be sprinkled freely over the Lawn and worked into the soil with a fork or rake. Price, 5 lbs. 25 cts.; io lbs. 40 cts.; 25 lbs. 90 cts.;
50 lbs. $1.50; 100 lbs. $2.50; 200 lbs. $1.50.
The William Byrd Press, Inc., Horticultural Printers, Richmond, Va.
HERE never was a time when the out-look for Farmers and Truckers was so promising as now.
Farm products were never in such demand and at such high prices as now prevail. This is
brought about by the general business activity of the country and the heavy employment of
manufacturing plants, which has brought many from the country to these centers and to the
cities, who thereby become consumers instead of producers of agricultural products. This is
largely responsible for the high cost of living and the high prices of all Vegetable and Farm
products, and the present indications are that these prices will continue through the present year, and it is
therefore a most propitious time for Farmers and Gardeners to plant liberal crops with almost assured cer-
tainty of obtaining good prices for their products.
We, too, have felt the pressure of the high cost of living and our Seeds are costing us considerably more
than heretofore. Owing to extreme crop shortages and conditions brought about by the European war, and
we are therefore obliged to announce an increase in the prices of many kinds of Seeds. This is in opposition
to our personal wishes, but it should be borne in mind that the prevailing high cost of production has hit
the Seed grower along with all other classes of business, making a combination of circumstances, which neces-
sitates higher prices. However, we are prepared to take care of our customers and to fill their orders promptly
with our high grade Seeds at prices as reasonable as the best Seeds can be sold.
We thank our friends for their liberal patronage in the past and trust that the year 1917 may be a pros-
perous and happy one for you, and to those who have never used our Seeds, we ask a trial order. We are
sure you will be pleased, and it will certainly be our pleasure to serve you.
d u j \/ t i 1017 Very sincerely yours,
Richmond, Va„ January 1 , 1917. DIGGS & BEADLES, Inc.
PARCEL POST ZONE MAP, WITH RATES OF POSTAGE
Weight
ZONES
1st and 2d
3d
4th
5th
pound .
pounds,
pounds,
pounds,
pounds,
pounds.
7 pounds.
8 pounds.
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10 pounds.
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12 pounds.
13 pounds.
14 pounds.
15 pounds.
16 pounds.
17 pounds.
18 pounds.
19 pounds.
20 pounds.
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$0.06
.08
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.35
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.47
.51
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.63
.67
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$0.08
.14
.20
.26
.32
.38
.44
.50
.56
.62
.68
.74
.80
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.92
.98
1.04
1.10
1.16
1.22
6th
$0.09
.17
.25
.33
.41
.49
.57
.65
.73
.81
.89
.97
1.05
1.13
1.21
1.29
1.37
1.45
1.53
1.61
POISONS AND LIQUIDS CANNOT BE SENT
BY PARCEL POST
Seeds, Bulbs and Plants may be sent by Parcel Post at
the same rate of postage as other merchandise, but as a
convenience to our customers we are now quoting all
Garden Seeds postpaid in quantities up to 1 pound and 1
quart, but when larger quantities are ordered sent by mail,
add the required postage as per rate table below.
When pounds are ordered, remit postage for 2 pounds ;
when 2 pounds are ordered, remit postage for 3 pounds;
and so on, as the wrapping of the packages will make it
run over the actual weight ordered. When figuring the
amount of postage, if in doubt as to the exact amount
required, remit even more than you think necessary, and
we will return the amount not needed, as we cannot send
packages postage collect, nor charge on our books small
amounts due for postage stamps. On other articles through
the catalogue admitted to Parcel Post and not quoted post-
paid, the mailing weight is given, so that the correct
amount of postage required can be easily ascertained.
The map to the left will indicate in what Zone you are
located, measuring from Richmond, but if you are m
doubt as to what Zone you are in from Richmond, ask
your postmaster. The weight limit in the first and second
Zone is 50 pounds; all other zones, 20 pounds.
Poisons and liquids cannot be sent by Parcel Post ; these
should be ordered sent by express o.r freight.
Weight
ZONES
1st and 2d
21 pounds .
22 pounds .
23 pounds .
$0.25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
35 pounds .
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ZONES
Weight
1st and 2d
36 pounds 40
37 pounds 41
38 pounds 42
39 pounds 43
40 pounds 44
41 pounds 45
42 pounds 46
43 pounds 47
44 pounds 48
45 pounds 49
46 pounds 50
47 pounds 51
48 pounds 52
49 pounds 53
50 pounds 54
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S Diggs &■ Beadles
TO OUR CORRESPONDENTS
IMPORTANT NOTES AND SUGGESTIONS
How to Send Money — Remittances should be made, either in
the form of an Express Money Order, P. 0. Money Order, Bank
Draft or Registered Letter, le .and 2c postage stamps will be
accepted for small amounts, provided they are carefully wrapped,
so as to prevent sticking.
Be Sure to Give Full Name and Address with each order. Every
season we get a number of orders without name of sender or
Post Office, and the postmark on the envelope is often too obscure
to be made out. There is no way of finding out who the senders
are; consequently we are blamed, whereas the fault is their own
entirely. We therefore beg our correspondents to write their
full name and address on each order.
We prefer written orders, but when orders are given by tele-
phone, they are accepted as understood, and at the risk of the
purchaser, in case of misunderstanding in transmitting telephone
orders.
We Make No Charge for Drayage or delivery of goods to any
railroad station, steamship line or express office in Richmond.
Freight depots in Richmond close at 4:30 P. M., and on Saturdays
at 2 P. M. Cotton sacks are charged for at cost, the present
price of 2%-bushel cotton sacks is 25 cents each.
Seeds by Mail — Seeds, Bulbs, and Plants may be sent by Par-
cels Post at the same rate of postage as other merchandise,
but as a convenience to our customers we are now quoting all
Garden Seeds postpaid in quantities up to one pound and one
quart, but for full information and Parcel Post rates on articles
and quantities not quoted postpaid, see page 1.
Seeds by Express — Express rates are very moderate, and on the
average, are now lower than Parcel Post rates to points beyond
the Third Zone, and when practical, we would advise customers to
order goods shipped by Express, as it is far more satisfactory,
quicker and safer. Goods ordered C. 0. D. by Express must have
25 per cent, of the amount accompany the order. We do not
make shipments by Freight C. 0. D. to points where there is
no bank.
Orders from Unknown Correspondents — We often receive orders
from unknown correspondents saying ship goods and “Check ‘will
be mailed.” You can readily see that this is impracticable, as
we could not afford to establish such a precedent. Please do not
ask us to do this unless established credit has been previously
arranged with us, as satisfactory business references must always
be given by customers wishing to open accounts for credit. You
run no risk in sending cash with your order. Our reputation
as honest and experienced Seedsmen is well known, while our
financial responsibility can be learned from any Bank, Trust
Company, or Wholesale Merchants, who are subscribers to either
of the Commercial Agencies.
Errors — Our firm with its money invested, its success and repu-
tation at stake, could not permit an error to stand uneorrected.
We exercise the greatest care to prevent errors, but human hands
and minds must be depended upon which are not infallible, and
mails will miscarry, but please rememoer this, that the complete
Vegetable Seeds in Quantity
Market Gardeners and Public Institutions buying Vegetable
Seeds in large quantities are requested to send us a list of?
their requirements, and we will take pleasure in quoting special
prices. In writing us, please be sure to state quantities wanted.
satisfaction of our customers is our first wish, and if an error
is made we are more anxious to correct it than you could be
to have us do so, and an opportunity to make restitution is
always sincerely appreciated.
Remember— Our packets of seed are large and well filled, and
should not be confused with the 2% cents and 3 cents size
packets sold by some dealers.
It is always very gratifying to us to get a word of praise
relative to our Seeds. If you are pleased with them and the
handling of your orders, tell us so; if not, tell us anyway— it
will be a great help to us.
Prices on Field Seeds, Onion Sets and Potatoes are constantly
fluctuating. The prices given in this catalogue are those ruling
at the time this catalogue is printed in January. But they are
not binding, and may change at any time. We will cheerfully
quote prices at any time on request, and we will always fill
open orders entrusted to us at the lowest prices possible for
our best quality seeds. If you are a frequent purchaser of seeds
and wish to receive our monthly price list, advise us and we
will be glad to enter your name on our regular mailing list. It
frequently occurs that the prices of articles may have changed
between the time our catalogue is printed and receipt of orders.
When such is the case, if the article ordered is cheaper, we will
send the value of such articles at the ruling prices. If the
articles are higher we will deduct the quantity to meet the
amount of remittances. We do this to save the delay of corre-
spondence. But in case you wish to limit your price, please so
state on your order, otherwise we will fill your order as we
think best.
About Warranting Seeds — We exercise the greatest possible care
in growing, buying, examining and testing our Seeds, and
we try in every department of the business to guard
against mistakes and insure reliability. We maintain , an
up-to-date laboratory for accurate and systematic seed-
testing, and our customers can rest assured that all Seeds pur-
chased from us have been thoroughly and carefully tested, and
under ordinary conditions and with proper cultivation will
certainly grow good crops, yet no Seedsman can, or ever docs
in good faith, assume any responsibility for crops grown from
Seeds supplied by them, there being too many causes known and
unknown which prevent good seeds from germinating. Therefore,
in common with all responsible seed houses, we sell our goods
subject to the following, and all orders sent us will be accepted
under these conditions only: Diggs & Beadles, Inc., give no war-
ranty, express or implied, as to growth, description, quality, pro-
ductiveness or any other matter of any Seeds, Bulbs or Plants
they send out, and they will not be responsible for the crop.
We Give No Premiums
We do not approve of giving premiums, for whenever this is
done the customer pays for it, and we do not believe our cus-
tomers wish to pay more than necessary for what they want
in order to get something they do not need. We therefore do
not aspire to the “Premium givers” class. Our desire is to
supply the best Seeds obtainable as low as we can afford, con-
sistent with our qualities and the supply. Not to cut down
quality or quantity, but to give value received without offering
premiums as an inducement to “Catch” orders.
Confidently believing that our Seeds will prove their worth,
we solicit your orders.
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TESTED SEEDS.
Planting, Maturity and Weight Table
This is for field .planting, and where plants and roots are stated, it is necessary to have them ready beforehand. The third
column indicates the distance that the plants should stand in the rows, and where seed is sown they should be thinned out to
this distance. The fifth column indicates maturity from the time plants are planted in the field, or seeds are sown in the field.
Also note that the last' column is the approximate weight of seeds and not products. Time of planting and maturity is for lati-
tude of Richmond, therefore allowances should accordingly be made for more Northern or Southern climates.
VARIETY.
Time to Sow
or Plant.
Distance of the
Rows Apart.
Distance of
Plants in Rows.
Quantity to Sow
or Plant per
Acre.
Ready to Use.
Wo. of lbs.
of Seed
Per Bu.
Artichokes — Tubers
Mch. and Apr.
3 feet.
18 inches.
6 to 8 bus.
October.
50 lbs.
Asparagus— Seed
Mch. and Apr.
18 inches.
4 inches.
8 to 10 lbs.
3 years.
60 lbs.
Asparagus — Roots
4,000 to 7,000.
Beans — Dwarf Snap
Apr. to Sept.
2 )4 to 3 feet.
3 to 6 inches.
1 bushel.
8 weeks.
60 lbs.
Beans — Dwarf Lima
May, June, July.
3 feet.
18 ins. to 2 ft.
34 to l/z bushel.
10 weeks.
60 lbs.
Beans — Pole
May and June.
4 feet.
3 feet.
1 peck.
10 weeks.
60 lbs.
Beans — Navy
June and July.
2 / to 3 feet:
12 inches.
!4 to )4 bushel.
October.
60 lbs.
Beans — Soja (In drills)
May and June.
3 feet.
6 to 12 inches.
)4 bushel.
September.
60 lbs.
Beans — Soja
May and June.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 to 1)4 bushels.
September.
60 lbs.
Barley
Aug. to Nov.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 to 1)4 bushels.
June.
48 lbs.
Beets — Table
Feb. to Aug.
V/z to 2 feet.
4 inches.
6 to 8 lbs.
2 months.
20 lbs.
Beets — Stock
Apr., May, June.
2)4 to 3 feet.
6 inches.
5 to 6 bushels.
October.
20 lbs.
Buckwheat
June to Aug. 15th.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
■ii to 1 bushel.
October.
48 lbs.
Cabbage Seed— (Early)
Feb., Mch., Apr.
and Sept.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
8 ounces.
May, June, July.
, 54 lbs.
Cabbage Seed— (Late)
May, June, July.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
6 ounces.
Oct. and Nov.
54 lbs.
Cabbage Plants — (Early)
Mch., Apr., Nov.
8,000 to 10,000.
Cabbage Plants — (Late)
6,000 to 8,000.
Carrot
Mch. to June.
2 feet.
3 to 4 inches.
3 to 4 lbs.
60 days.
28 lbs.
Celery — Seed
Feb. and Mch.
134 to 2 feet.
2 to 4 inches.
3 lbs.
November.
37 lbs.
6 to 12 inches.
15,000 to 25,000.
Clover — Red and Mammoth
Feb., Mch. & July
to Nov. 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
10 to 12 lbs.
June of next year.
60 lbs.
Clover — Alsike
Feb., Mch. & July
to Nov. 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
8 to 10 lbs.
June of next year.
60 lbs.
Clover— Alfalfa
Feb., Mch. & Aug.
to Nov. 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
25 lbs.
May of next year.
60 lbs.
Clover — Crimson
July to Nov.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
20 lbs.
May of next year.
60 lbs.
Corn — Garden
Apr. to July 10th.
3 to 3)4 feet.
12 to 18 inches.
4 to 8 qts.
2 to 3 months.
44 to 56
Corn — Field (drills)
Apr. to July 1st.
3)4 to 4)4 feet.
12 to 18 inches.
6 to 8 qts.
4 months.
56 lbs.
Corn — Field (checked)
Apr. to July 1st.
334 to 4 feet.
3)4 to 4 feet.
4 to 6 qts.
3 to 4 months.
56 lbs.
Cucumber
Apr. to July.
4 to 5 feet.
2 feet.
2 to 3 lbs.
2)4 months.
40 lbs.
Egg Plant— Seed
Feb. and Mch.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
6 ounces.
3 to 4 months.
40 lbs.
5,000 to 6,000.
Grass Seed— (Light)
Feb. to Apr. 10th.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
2 bushels.
June of next year.
14 lbs.
Grass Seed — (Timothy)
*Feb. and Mch.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
15 lbs.
July of next year.
45 lbs.
Grass Seed— (Lawn)
*Feb. and Mch.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
60 to 80 lbs.
8 to 10 weeks.
20 lbs.
Kale — Spring
*Feb. to May 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
8 to 10 lbs.
4 to 6 weeks.
56 lbs.
Kale — Winter
Aug. to Nov.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
3 to 4 lbs.
November.
54 lbs.
Lettuce— Seed
Feb. to May.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 lb.
2 to 3 months.
35 lbs.
Lettuce— Plants
Feb. to June and
Aug. to Nov.
18 to 24 inches.
8 to 12 inches.
20,000 to 40,000.
2 months.
Muskmelon or Cantaloupe
May and June.
4 to 6 feet.
4 to 6 feet.
2 lbs.
2)4 to 3 months.
32 lbs.
Melon — Water
May and June.
8 to 10 feet.
8 to 10 feet.
2 lbs.
3 months.' afc
32 lbs.
Millet — German
May to Aug. 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
l to 1)4 bushels.
60 days. SwSfeiS
50 lbs.
Oats — Spring
Mch. and Apr.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1)4 to 2 bushels.
July- - 1st. . .
32 lbs.
Oats^-Winter
Aug., Sept., Oct.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
2 bushels.
June -20 Tilly 1.
32 lbs.
Okra
Apr. and May.
2)4 to 3 feet.
8 to 10 inches.
8 to 10 bushels.
60 days. ' L
48 lbs.
Onions — For large bulbs
' Mch. and Apr.
15 to 24 inches.
3 inches.
4 to 5 lbs.
July and Aug.
40 lbs.
Onions — For sets
July and Aug.
Onion— Sets
Feb. to May and
Sept, and Oct.
18 to 24 inches.
4 inches.
5 to 10 bushels.
May and June.
32 lbs.
Parsnips
Mch. and Apr.
1)4 to 2 feet.
4 inches.
5 to 7 lbs.
October.
18 lbs.
Peanuts
May and June.
3 feet.
15 to 18 inches.
1 to 1)4 bushels.
November.
22 lbs.
Peas — Garden Smooth
Feb. to May.
3 feet.
15 to 18 inches.
1)4 to 2 bushels.
8 weeks.
60 lbs.
Peas — Garden Wrinkled
Mch. to May.
3 feet.
16 to 18 inches.
1)4 to 2 bushels.
8 to 10 weeks.
56 lbs.
Peas — Canada Field
Feb. to May and in
s
*
November.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 )4 bushels.
June.
60 lbs.
Peas — Cow
May to Aug. 1st.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1)4 bushels.
3 months.
60 lbs.
Pepper — Seed
Feb. and Mch.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
6 ounces.
July and Aug.
28 lbs.
10,000 to 14,000.
July and Aug.
Potatoes— Early
Mch. and Apr.
2)4 to 3 feet.
15 to 18 inches.
8 to 12 bushels.
June and July.
60 lbs.
Potatoes— Late
Tune and July.
2)4 to 3 feet.
15 to 18 inches.
8 to 12 bushels.
Oct. to Nov.
60 lbs.
7,000 to 8,000.
September.
Pumpkin
May and June.
8 to 10 feet.
8 to 10 feet.
2 lbs.
October.
24 lbs.
Radish
Feb. to May and
Aug. and Sept.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
20 lbs.
24 to 40 days.
50 lbs.
Rape
Feb. to Oct.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
8 to 10 lbs.
6 to 8 weeks.
56 lbs.
Rye . . .
Aug. to Dec.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 to 1)4 bushels.
June.
56 lbs.
Salsify
Mch. to May 10th.
1)4 to 2 feet.
3 to 4 inches.
6 to 8 lbs.
October.
18 lbs.
Sorghum— For Fodder
May and June.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1)4 to 2 bus.
Sept, and Oct.
50 lbs.
Sorghum — (In drills)
May and June.
3 feet.
4 to 6 inches.
1 peck.
November.
50 lbs.
Spinach — (In drills)
Feb., Mch., Apr. &
Aug. to Nov.
15 to 18 inches.
2 inches.
20 lbs.
60 days.
48 lbs.
Spinach — (Broadcast)
Feb., Mch., Apr. &
Aug. to Nov.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
40 lbs.
60 days.
48 lbs.
Squash
Apr., May, June.
4 feet.
4 feet.
3 lbs.
July.
26 lbs.
Toesinte
May and June.
3 to 3)4 feet.
8 to 10 inches.
4 to 5 lbs.
Aug. to Oct.
46 lbs.
Tobacco— Plants
May and June.
3 to 4 feet.
2 to 3 feet.
4,000 to 5,000.
Sept, to Oct.
35 lbs.
Tomato— Seed
Feb. to June.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
6 ounces.
June 20 until frost.
20 lbs.
Tomato — Plants
3 to 4 feet.
2,800 to 4,000.
Tune 20 until frost.
Turnip
July 1 to Sept. 15.
2 feet.
4 inches.
1 to 1)4 bushels.
134 to 2 months.
50 lbs.
Turnip— (Broadcast)
July 1 to Sept. 15,
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
2 lbs.
1)4 to 2 months.
56 lbs.
Vetch— Winter
Aug. to Nov.
Broadcast.
Broadcast.
50 lbs.
May of next year.
50 lbs.
Wheat
Sept, to Nov. 15.
1 Broadcast.
Broadcast.
1 to 2 bushels.
June 20.
50 lbs.
Sept, and Oct.
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ASPARAGUS
CULTURE. — Asparagus Seed can be sown either in the spring or the fall, but
we recommend sowing in the spring. It should be sown thinly in rows, one foot
apart. When it is up give frequent cultivations until plants are one year old,
then transplant to permanent beds, and place the roots 16 to 18 inches apart
each way with the crown of the root 4 inches below the surface. Use your best
soil for Asparagus. You cannot get it too rich, nor can you use too much manure
on this crop.
PALMETTO. — This is the favorite and the earliest variety grown in the South.
It is becoming more popular every year with both market and home gardeners.
It is adapted to all sections where Asparagus can be grown. It grows to a large
size and is very productive. Oz. 5e; % lb. 15c; lb. 50c postpaid (by express, 40c).
COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE. — A very large variety, and stays white
as long as it is fit for use, and requires but little artificial blanching. A good
variety for general use. Oz. 8 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60c postpaid (by express, 50c).
GIANT ARGENTIEUL. — One of the largest French sorts, and is very popular
in trucking sections where it has been grown. Oz. 8 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts.
postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
Asparagus Roots
The quickest and most satisfactory way to grow Asparagus is from the roots.
Two-year-old Palmetto Roots, $1.00 per 100 postpaid. By express, 75 cts. per 100;
$4.50 per 1,000.
ASPARAGUS KNIVES. — Very handy and useful for cutting aasparagus, each
40 cts. postpaid (by express, 35 cts.).
Asparagus.
BUSH SNAP BEANS
CULTURE.— These can be planted with safety any time from April 1st to September 1st. They do better in light, loamy soil,
but will thrive well in any good soil. Sow 3 inches apart in the rows, and have the rows 2% or 3 feet apart. One quart will sow
100 feet of drill; % to 1 bushel to the acre.
D. & B.’s Improved Early Red Valentine Beans.
The crop of Beans was exceedingly short again this past season, consequently the prices
are necessarily higher again this year. In some varieties the crop was an entire failure,
therefore we have omitted some varieties which we have heretofore been selling; but our
assortment consists of the best varieties grown for family use or for market.
Green-Podded
Varieties
D. & B.’S IMPROVED RED
VALENTINE. — This is decidedly
the most popular bean grown in
this section for market gardeners
and family use. They are ready
to pick 7 weeks after planting.
The pods are round, thick and
fleshy, of good quality and flavor.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 45 cts. postpaid
(by express, 35 cts.); pk. $2.25;
bushel, $8.50.
BURPEE’S STRINGLESS
GREEN POD. — This is absolutely
a stringless bean, and this quality
alone puts it ahead of most table
beans. The pods break as short
and as free as pipe stems. It is
also extra early and of splendid
table qualities. One of the best
sorts for market gardeners and
home use. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 60 cts.
postpaid (by express, 50 cts.);
peck, $3.25.
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Wax-Podded
Varieties
PROLIFIC BLACK WAX.— The
most popular Wax variety for
home use. The pods are round and
brittle, and of buttery flavor when
cooked. Pkt. 10c; qt. 60c postpaid
(by express, 50c) ; peck, $3.50.
IMPROVED DWARF GOLDEN
WAX. — An early variety with pods
of rich golden color. A good va-
riety for the home garden. Pkt.
10 cts.; qt. 60 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 50 cts.) ; peck, $3.50.
DAVIS KIDNEY WAX— A beau-
tiful long, straight, clear yellow
wax bean, a good variety for fam-
ily use; has white seed. Pkt. 10c;
qt. 60c postpaid (by express, 50c).
BEAN S — Continued.
BLACK VALENTINE. — An extra early variety, being a week
earlier than the Red Valentine. It is black seeded with round
pods, verv prolific; of splendid table qualities. Pkt. 10c; qt. 45c
postpaid (by ex-
press, 35c) ; peek,
$2.25; bus., $8.50.
LONGFELLOW—
A valuable green,
round - podded va-
riety of the Valen-
tine type, but with
longer and straight-
er pods, very pro-
lific and hardy. It
is extra early and
a popular sort. Pkt.
10 cts.; qt. 50 cts.
postpaid (by ex-
press 40 cts.) ; peck
$2.10.
GIANT STRING-
LESS GREEN
POD — A mammoth
podded selection
from the original
Burpees Stringless,
not quite as early,
but fully a third
larger than its
parent. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 60 cts.
postpaid (by ex-
press, 50 cts.) ; pk.
Black Valentine. $3.25.
EARLY YELLOW SIX WEEKS. — An extra early, vigorous and
hardy variety for earliest plantings, long, full-meated flat pods of
good quality. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 45
cts. postpaid (by express, 35 cts.) ;
peck, $2.25.
REFUGEE, or i,ooo to i. — Pods
are perfectly round and straight.
Is very hardy, and an immense
yielder, but is especially recom-
mended for late planting. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.) ; peck, $2.50.
Madison Co., Va., July 11, ’16.
X desire to say that the Burpee’s
Stringless Greenpod Snap Beans
bought of you this year far sur-
pass any Snap Beans I have ever
planted before. They are very pro-
lific, as well as very early. I shall
plant generously of them another
year. Yours truly,
REV. B. F. ROBINSON.
POLE or CORNFIELD SNAP BEANS
Plant in May and June in rows 4 feet each way; 5 in hill. Can
be planted in corn or by poles, 8 feet high.
OLD HOMESTEAD, or IMPROVED KENTUCKY WONDER.—
The earliest pole bean. It is very productive. Grows in clusters;
has long, crisp, tender pods of bright green color. The most pop-
ular pole snap bean. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 30 cts.); peck, $2.00; bushel, $7 00.
Prolific Black Wax.
WHITE KENTUCKY WONDER.— Similar to the Old Home-
stead, but is earlier and covers a longer season of productiveness,
and a decided improvement on its parent; being white seeded
makes it also a splendid white shell bean. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts.
postpaid (by express, 30 cts.); peck, $2.10; bushel, $7.50.
HORTICULTURAL, or WREN’S EGG.— A prolific and hardy
pole bean; makes an excellent shell bean, either green or dry;
is also a good snap hean if used while young and tender. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.); peek, $2.10.
WHITE CREASEBACK. — A white seeded, round, green pod pole
bean; a prolific yielder of excellent quality. Sometimes called
White Cornfield Bean. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 30 cts.); peck, $2.00; bushel, $7.50.
Mecklenburg Co., Va., August 31, 1916.
I like your Seed, I like your prompt attention to shipments and
I like the way you do business, and I am constantly recommending
you to my friends.
Yours truly,
JOHN T. LEWIS.
Chester Co., S. C., February 7, 1916.
Am sending you small order with check enclosed. Hope to send a
bigger one soon. An old customer, and one never disappointed by
you, is my best word for you. I am, with best wishes,
Sincerely yours,
J. A. HICICLIN.
Franklin Co., N. C., May 29, 1916.
Your promptness and quality is winning you the business.
Yours truly,
WHEEDBEE & MORRIS.
Old Homestead,
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Burpee’s Fordhook Bush Lima.
POLE LIMA BEANS
Plant in April and May, in hills 3 feet apart, and rows 4 feet
apart, and set poles 8 feet high in the hills; plant 4 or 5 beans
to the hill.
D. & B.’S IMPROVED POLE LIMA— Much larger than the Small
Lima and earlier and much more prolific than the Large White
Lima. Our stock cannot be sur-
passed. Pkt. 10 ets.; qt. 40 cts.
postpaid (by express, 30 cts.); peck
$2.00.
SIEBERT’S EARLY LIMA— The
earliest large Pole Lima Bean, and
one of the best for the market
gardeners. It is very productive,
haidy and vigorus, produces pods
early and continues bearing to the
last of the season. The green beans
are of large size, but so tender and
succulent that when dry they are
about the size of the Large White
Lima. Splendid for the home gar-
den. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. post-
pud (by express, 30 cts.); peck,
$2.10.
SMALL LIMA, or BUTTER
BEAN. — Earlier and more produc-
tive than the Large Lima. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 25 cts.); pk. $1.80; bu. $6.75.
FORD’S MAMMOTH PODDED
LIMA.— A very large and popular
White Lima Bean. Pkt. 10 cts.;
qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express,
30 cts.); peck, $1.90; bushel, $7.00.
EXTRA LARGE WHITE LIMA.
— Large Beans; superior flavor; an
improvement on the old Large
Lima. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts.
postpaid (by express, 30 cts.) ; peck
$1.90.
D. & B.’s Improved
Pole Lima.
DWARF LIMA BEANS
Plant in April, May or June, in 3-foot
rows, 2 beans every 15 inches, y2 bushel
to the acre.
BURPEE’S FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA.
— A Bush Lima Bean, bearing large pods
with 4 or 5 very large, thick beans crowd-
ed in the pod. The beans are unsur-
passed in flavor and tenderness.
We consider this decidedly the
best large Lima Bean offered.
Plants grow upright 18 to 20
inches high, holding the beans
well off the ground. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.); peck, $2.50.
BURPEE’S IMPROVED
BUSH LIMA. — Of enormous
size and 8 days earlier than the
old Burpee’s Bush Lima, and
the beans are larger and thicker.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 45 cts. post-
paid (by express, 35 cts.) ; peck
$2.40.
HENDERSON’S BUSH LIMA.— The
original well-known small Bush Lima.
It is early, a large yielder and of good
flavor. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. post-
paid (by express, 30 cts); peck $2.00;
bushel, $7.25.
WOOD’S PROLIFIC BUSH LIMA.—
A very good medium size bush bean.
Larger than the Henderson’s Bush and
not as large as the Burpee’s Bush.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by
express, 30 cts.); pk. $2.10; bu. $7.75.
Buckingham Co., Va., Feb. 29, 1916.
All of the Seeds I have bought from
you were very good indeed.
Yours truly,
MRS. CORNELIUS ALLEN.
El-
Ford’s Mammoth
Podded Lima.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Ihe Sprouts resemble miniature cabbages, growing closely on
the stalk of the plant The leaves should be broken down in the
fall to give the little heads more room to grow. They should be
treated in all respects like Winter Cabbage or Kale. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb. 60 cts.
COLLARDS
Sow and cultivate like cabbage,
and use for greens; also good for
stock.
NORTH CAROLINA SHORT
STEM. — Large, spreading leaves ;
very hardy; good flavor. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; y4 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts.
postpaid (by express, 65 cts.).
GEORGIA, or SOUTHERN. — A
very old and popular variety. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 ets.;
lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40c).
Large-Seeded Com Salad
Sow in early spring in rows 12 inches apart and repeat as de-
sired for succession. May be sown in September, if protected.
Cultivate thoroughly and keep well watered. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10
cts.; y4 lb. 20 ets.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
Georgia Collard.
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TESTED SEEDS.
BEETS
EXTRA
EARLY
BASSANO,
or SUGAR.
Light color;
sweet, tender,
and very early.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
10 cts.; 14 lb. 25
cts.; lb. 70 cts.
postpaid (by ex-
press 60 cts.).
Sow 6 lbs. to the acre in April,
May or June, in 3-foot rows, and
cultivate like corn. Should stand
6 inches apart in the row.
5 lbs. and over, 5 cts. per lb less.
DANISH IMPROVED SLUD-
STRUP. — Long, reddish yellow;
grows well above the ground and
easy to pull. It has been award-
ed a first-class certificate by the
Danish Government and is doubt-
less one of the best mangels. Pkt.
5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 20c; lb. 60c
postpaid (by express, 50c)/
WHITE SUGAR.—Very hardy
variety, producing large crops
with little care. The root is very
large and very rich in sugar, and
while not sufficiently so for sugar
purposes, it makes remarkably
fine, rich food for stock. Pkt. 5
5c; oz. 8c; 14 lb. 15c; lb. 45c post-
paid (by express, 35c).
MAMMOTH PRIZE LONG
RED — Very large, often weighing
20 lbs. or more. Oz. 5 cts.; 14 lb.
15 cts.; lb. 45 cts. postpaid (by
express, 35 cts.).
GOLDEN TANKARD. — Rich,
yellow, well-shaped; good yielder.
Oz. 5 cts. ; (4 lb. 15 cts.-; lb. 45 cts.
postpaid (by express. 35 cts.).
YELLOW GLOBE.— Does best
in light soils. Grows to large size
and keeps well. Oz. 5c ; 14 lb. 15c;
lb. 45c postpaid (by express, 35c).
Crosby’s
Egyptian.
CULTURE. — For very early crop
sow in hotbeds in January and
February and transplant. Sow
outside in drills from March to
July, as desired, for medium early
or late crop. Drills 2 to 3 feet
apart. Use a light, clean, free, and
deep soil.
One ounce will sow 50 feet of
drill; 7 lbs. to the acre.
5-lb. lots and over, 5 cts.
per lb. less.
EXCELSIOR, or COLUMBIA.—
Early, attractive shape, blood red,
rich and tender; small tops. Pkt.
5c; oz. 10c; % lb. 35c; lb. $1.00
postpaid (by express, 90c).
EGYPTIAN. — A standard extra
early variety; favorite with market gardeners; smooth,
deep red. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 14 lb. 30c; lb. 85c postpaid
(by express, 75c).
CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN. — Very early strain of the old standard
Egyptian; small tops; good shape; popular with the truckers.
Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 14 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90c).
CRIMSON GLOBE.— Early, rich crimson; perfect globe; smooth
and clean. Very attractive, and a general favorite. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
DETROIT DARK RED. — A fine strain of Blood Turnip, but uni-
form in size, and smooth, medium size, rich, red color, tender, and
remaining so for a long time. Good for both summer and fall
use; one of the best for home use. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY ECLIPSE. — The most popular market heet.
Globe shaped; dark and tender; very early. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 30 cts.; lb. 90 cts. postpaid (by express, 80 cts.).
EDMAND’S EARLY BLOOD TURNIP.— Round, good size; dark
red; quality good; one of the best for main crop. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 80 cts. postpaid (by express, 70 cts.).
IMPROVED EARLY BLOOD TURNIP.— Dark red, smooth; uni-
form; a good variety for home use. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 30 cts.; lb. 90 cts. postpaid
(by express, 80 cts.).
BASTIAN’S EARLY BLOOD
T U R N I P. — Grows quick and
large; of bright red color. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 25 cts.;
lb. 80 cts. post-
p a i d (by ex-
press, 70 cts.).
Mammoth
Prize
Long Red
Mangel.
Mangels, or
Stock Beets
Crimson
Globe.
LONG
SMOOTH
BLOOD.
Dark red; good sort for
main crop. Pkt. 5c ; oz. 10c;
14 lb. 25c; lb. 70c postpaid
(by express, 60 cts.).
£,xua -E-ciiiy Jc/cupse.
SWISS CHARD, or SILVER-
LEAVED BEET. — Grown for its
leaves and stems only. Cook the
leaves as you do spinach, and the
stems like asparagus. Leaves
grow from 20 inches to 2 feet in
length. The plant is almost per-
petual if kept trimmed; also good
for poultry greens. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.10
postpaid (by express, $1.00).
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D. & H.’s Selected Early Jersey Wakefield.
D. & B.’S SELECTED EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD.— The
most popular early variety for market or family use. Heads
hard and solid. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10
postpaid (by express, $2.00).
LARGE, or CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD. — Not quite as early
as Jersey Wakefield, but larger, of uniform size and a solid, good
shipper. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid
(by express, $2.00).
COPENHAGEN MARKET. — A very early large flat-head Cab-
bage, maturing with the Charleston Wakefield. On account of
its earliness, combined with its large size, is destined to become
a favorite market Cabbage. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 85 cts.;
lb. $3.00 postpaid (by express, $2.90).
WINNIGSTADT. — Medium early. Makes firm, conical shape,
hard heads. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; (4 lb. 45 cts.; lb. $1.60 post-
paid (by express, $1.50).
EARLY FLAT DUTCH. — Medium early; large, flat, solid heads;
a reliable and popular variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb-
45 cts.); lb. $1.70 postpaid (by express, $1.60).
HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER.— Solid round heads; comes
in just after Charleston Wakefield. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
(4 lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.75 postpaid (by express, $1.65).
HENDERSON’S SUCCESSION.— One of the largest and most
popular Early Flat Head Cabbages. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
% lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
AUTUMN KING, or WORLD BEATER.— This is unquestionably
one of the best late cabbages grown in this country. It has been
tested along with other varieties, and proven to be not only
larger, but more solid, and keeps well. We recommend this cab-
bage as an excellent fall variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
% lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
EXTRA EARLY EXPRESS. — Ready for market a week earlier
than any other Cabbage in our list. Good quality, but not very
hard heads. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz 20 cts.; % lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.90 post-
paid (by express, $1.80).
ALL HEAD EARLY. — One of the best second early varieties;
large deep heads; solid, uniform in color, size and shape. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
DANISH SUMMER BALLHEAD.— The heads of this cabbage
are of splendid shape and are ready early in the season. It is
very large, firm and heavy. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.;
lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
AMERICAN DRUMHEAD SAVOY.— Very tender; good flavor;
large heads of superior quality, with curled leaves. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; *4 lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
SOLID SOUTH. — A good and very popular summer Cabbage.
Stands hot, dry weather better than most other varieties. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.75 postpaid (by express, $1.65).
SUREHEAD. — One of the best for main crop; solid, medium
size; late. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.70 post-
paid (by express, $1.60).
ALL SEASONS. — Equally good for fall, winter and summer;
large, solid, round heads; good quality. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
14 lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.75 postpaid (by express, $1.65).
D. & B.’S PREMIUM LATE FLAT DUTCH.— Popular winter
Cabbage; large, solid, flat heads. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
14 lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10 postpaid (by express, $2.00).
LARGE, LATE DRUMHEAD. — Resembles Flat Dutch, but more
round; large, solid; keeps well. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.
14 lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.75 postpaid (by express, $1.65).
VOLGA. — This is one of the most popular varieties for fall and
winter crop. It is intended for late planting only. It can be put
out later than most other late cabbages, and will mature early;
of uniformly large, round, hard heads. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
14 lb. 60 cts.; lb. $1.85 postpaid (by express, $1.75).
Autumn King, or World Beater Cabbage.
Succession.
D. & B.’S EARLY
SPRING. — This is
a very early flat-
headed cabbage.
Coming, as it does,
with the Charles-
ton Wakefield, and
at the same time
producing heads al-
most as large as
the Early Summer
makes it one of the
best varieties for
early market. It
has a short stem, is
a sure header, and
can be planted
close together. It
has proven to be a
money maker for
the market garden-
er. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
20 cts.; % lb. 60
cts.; lb. $2.10 post-
paid (by express,
$2.00).
CABBAGE
Sow in January, Febraury and March for spring setting; in
April to June for late crop. Sow in September for transplanting
in November for very early spring crop. Transplant to good rich,
clean soil, in 3 to 4-foot rows, 16 to 18 inches between plants,
according to variety, whether large or small growth.
5-lb. lots and over, 5 cts. per lb. less.
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CABBAGE — Continued
Danish Ballhead.
DANISH ROUND HEAD.
— An earlier, but shorter
stem type of the Ballhead, is
larger and produces more
weight per acre. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 60 cts.;
lb. $2.10 postpaid (by ex-
press, $2.00).
DANISH BALLHEAD, or
AMAGER. — A good variety
of winter Cabbage. It has a
short stem, large head, and
is the hardest and heaviest
for its size known. It is very
hardy, resisting droughts
and wet weather much bet-
ter than our American Cab-
bage. It matures quickly
and can be planted later
than the larger American
Cabbages. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20
cts.; % lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.10
postpaid (by express, $2.00).
Cabbage Plants. — See page 17.
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CAROLINE CO., VA., May 13, 1916.
Your All Seasons Cabbage Seed is the very best that I can find
anywhere. Yours truly,
JOHN E. HAYNES.
CARROTS
Sow from February to June in light, deep rich soil in drills 12
inches apart; plants should stand 5 inches apart in the row's;
fertilize well. One ounce of seed to 100 feet of drill, 4 pounds
to the acre. To keep for winter, pack in dry sand, and place in
a cellar.
CHANTENAY. — One
of the best for home or
market. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
15 cts.; *4 lb. 40 cts.;
lb. $1.25 postpaid (by
express, $1.15).
SCARLET INTER-
MEDIATE. Large, uni-
form, symmetrical; al-
most without core; very
popular for home and
market. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
15 cts.; % lb. 40 cts.;
lb. $1.25 postpaid (by
express, $1.15).
IMPROVED LONG
ORANGE. — L o n g and
tapering; deep orange.
One of the best for win-
ter use. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
10 cts.; y4 lb. 30 cts.;
lb. $1.00 postpaid (by
express, 90 cts.).
DANVER’S HALF LONG. — Rich, dark orange colored; good
quality. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.25 postpaid
(by express, $1.15).
LARGE WHITE BELGIAN. — Grown for stock only; enormous
size and large yielder. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.;
lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
Chantenay
Carrots.
CAULIFLOWER
Cultivate like cabbage. Sow in January or February lor early
crop, or May for late crop. Transplant to moist soil; manure
heavily and water freely. When heading begins fasten leaves
over top of head to whiten. One ounce of seed maks 2,000 plants.
EARLY SNOWBALL.— A sure header; large, solid, perfectly
white, and good quality, the favorite variety. Pkt. 25 cts.; *4 oz.
60 cts.; oz. $2.00; % lb. $7.00.
AUTUMN GIANT. — Valuable late variety; heads large, white
and keeps well. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 35 cts.; % lb. $1.00.
Sow in beds in February or March, and keep well watered.
Transplant from July to October to moist, mucky soil; 6 inches
apart in 12-inch rows. Earth up two or three times. Cover
with straw from severe weather, with boards on top. One ounce
of seed produces
2,000 plants.
WINTER
QUEEN.
W e consider
this the b e s
win ter Celery.
It blanches eas-
ily, has a
nutty flav
hardy and
splendid keep
ing variety.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
15 cts.; lb. 50
cts.; lb. $
postpaid (by ex-
press, $1.60).
GIANT
PASCAL.
Thick, solid
s t a 1 ks, golden
hearts; blanches
quickly; keeps
well; of a
flavor; one
the most popu
lar varieties.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
15 cts.; % lb. 50
cts.; lb. $1.75
postpaid (by ex-
press, $1.65).
Winter Queen Celery.
WHITE PLUME. — One of the best for early use; handsome,
good quality, and blanches easily. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
% lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.00 postpaid (by express, $1.90).
GOLDEN SELB’-BLANCHING. — Not as early as the White
Plume, but is of a heavier and more compact growth. Its stalks
are thick, crisp and brittle, with large solid hearts. The quality
is superb, good flavor, tender and free from stringiness. Pkt. 10
cts.; oz. 50 cts.; % lb. $1.50; lb. $5.00 postpaid (by express, $4.90).
Celery Plants. — See page 17.
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GARDEN CORN
For early market, plant early varieties latter part of March. Sugar Corns should not be planted until April, then at intervals
of two weeks for a succession. Sugar Corn planted in July will mature late roasting ears. Plant 4 to 8 quarts to the acre.
Early White Evergreen.
Golden Bantam.
EXTRA EARLY ADAMS. — This is the earliest white Garden
corn, but has a small ear and stalk. Valuable on account of its
extreme earliness. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 25 cts. postpaid (by express,
15 cts.); pk. $1.00; bu. $3.25. Per dozen ears, 30 cts.
IMPROVED ADAMS EARLY. — An improvement on the old
Adams Early, being nearly one-third larger and almost as early.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 30 cts. postpaid (by express, 20 cts.); pk. $1.00;
bu. $3.50. Per dozen ears, 35 cts.
EARLY ADAMS. — About a week later than Extra Early, but
has larger ears; small stalks; earlier and hardier than sugar coin.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 25 cts. postpaid (by express, 15 cts.); pk. $1.00;
bu. $3.25. Per dozen ears, 30 cts.
TRUCKER’S FAVORITE. — A. splendid early white corn, coming
in directly after Adams Early, but much larger; has a deep white,
soft grain. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 30 cts. postpaid (by express, 20 cts.);
pk. $1.00; bu. $3.50. Per dozen ears, 35 cts.
SOUTHERN SNOWFLAKE. — A quick growing large-eared va-
riety. The grains are pure white and soft. It is especially recom-
mended for roasting ears and stock feeding; is a general favorite
with market gardeners. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 30 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 20 cts.); pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.25. Per dozen ears, 60 cts.
Sweety or Sugar Corns
CROP VERY SHORT
EARLY WHITE EVERGREEN CORN.— This is a high-bred
pure white type of the ever popular Stowell’s Evergreen. When
in the green state both cob and kernel are white as snow. Deep
grains; remains tender a long time, which makes it an excellent
table and canning variety. One of the best sorts for private
gardeners. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 55 cts. postpaid (by express, 45 cts.) ;
peck, $3.00.
GOLDEN BANTAM. — A distinct variety of Extra Early Sweet
Corn of golden yellow color, very sweet and tender; is hardy and
can be planted earlier than most sweet corns. Has several ears
on the stalk 5 to 7 inches in length. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 55 cts. post-
paid (by express, 45 cts.); peck, $3.00.
STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. — A large size prolific sweet corn of
excellent quality. A favorite for market or home use; also a
splendid canning variety. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 55 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 45 cts.) ; peck, $3.00. Per dozen ears, $1,00.
KENDELL’S EARLY GIANT. — The ears measure 8 to 10 inches
long. It is very prolific, maturing from 60 to 72 days, and com-
mands quick sale in any market. Also a very good variety for
home use. Pkt. 10c; qt. 40c postpaid (by express 30c) ; peck, $2.00.
COUNTRY GENTLEMAN. — Considered one of the best quality
sweet corns for table use and canning; has long, deep grains, and
yields 2 to 4. ears to the stalk. A general favorite. Pkt. 10 cts.;
qt. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.) ; peek, $3.25.
EARLY PREMO. — A week earlier and hardier than any other
sweet corn. Can be planted earlier than other sweet corns with-
out danger of the seed rotting in the ground. The ears are 8 to
10 rowed, and from 1 to 2 inches longer than Adams, and of
fine quality. It is a vigorous grower, stalks about 5 feet high,
generally bearing two well-developed ears to a stalk. Pkt. 10 cts.;
qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.) ; peck, $2.00.
Pop Corn
WHITE RICE. — The most popular variety. Pops pure white.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by express, 25 cts.) ; peck, $1.25.
Per dozen ears, 30 cts.
QUEEN’S GOLDEN . — Ears large, handsome yellow; pops white
and tender. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by express, 25 cts.) ;
peck, $1.25. Per dozer, ears, 30 cts.
MAPLEDALE PROLIFIC. — Very prolific; pearly grains; pops
white and tender. Pkt. 10 cts.;
qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by express,
25 cts.) ; peck, $1.25. Doz. .ears 30c.
RED BEAUTY. — The red variety
of pop corn; very good. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 25 6ts.); peck, $1.25; Per
dozen ears, 30 cts.
POP CORN. — For popping. Lb.
15 cts. postpaid; 10 lbs. at 7 cts.
by express; 100 lbs., $5.50.
CORN POPPERS. — A splendid
galvanized Corn-Popper, with gun-
metal finish; has sliding lid oper-
ated with attachment on handle.
35 cts. each postpaid (by express,
25 cts.).
Stowell’s Evergreen.
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Diggs & Beadles
Arlington White Spine.
KLQNDYKE. — This variety was introduced several years ago,
and is becoming very popular as a market sort. The fruits are
long and straight, and hold their deep green color, which makes
it a good shipping sort. It is early and very productive. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 75 cts. postpaid (by express, 65c).
IMPROVED LONG GREEN. — Prized for table, market and
pickles; dark green, firm and crisp. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 80 cts. postpaid (by express, 70 cts.).
GREEN PROLIFIC. — Very prolific; especially recommended for
pickles. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 70 cts. post-
paid (by express, 60 cts.).
GHERKIN, or BURR CUCUMBER.— Small, prickly; used for
pickles only. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 40 cts. postpaid.
Water Cress, or Pepper Grass
Sow Water Cress in the spring along brooks or in mucky land.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 25 cts.
Hr
CUCUMBERS
For very early crop plant in hotbeds; for later crop plant from
April to July in rich, well-manured hills 4 feet apart, 10 seed in
hill; thin to two or three plants. One ounce to 50 hills; 2 lbs.
to the acre.
54b. lots and over, 5 cts. per lb. less.
Early Fortune.
EARLY FORTUNE CUCUMBER.— An extra early cucumber of
the White Spine type. A beautiful green, straight variety, espe-
cially recommended for early market. Our customers who raise
this cucumber are highly pleased with it. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 80 cts. postpaid (by express, 70 cts.).
ARLINGTON WHITE SPINE. — A long, well-shaped green va-
riety; one of the best and most popular market sorts. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid (by express, 60 cts.).
HILL’S FORCING WHITE SPINE.— One of the earliest varie-
ties for forcing. Probably the earliest cucumber in our list.
Straight, rich green. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 35 cts.;
lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
EGG PLANT
Sow in Feb-
ruary or March.
When 2 inches
high transplant
to pots or good
rich soil, and in
May to 3-foot
rows in deep
rich loam. One
ounce of seed
will produce
1000 plants.
BLACK
BEAUTY.
This is the
earliest and the
best of all lagre
fruited Egg
Plants. The
large fruits are
thick and of the
most attractive
form. The skin
is a rich, lus-
trous, purplish
black, and it is
entirely free of
spine or thorns.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
35 cts.; 14 lb.
$1.25 postpaid.
e.
EGG PLANTS. — See page 17.
ENDIVE
GREEN CURLED. — Has fine cut leaves, and gives a mossy ap-
pearance when blanched. Sow in August in 18-inch drills, and
later thin plants to one foot apart; when large, tie up outer leaves
to blanch; water freely. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 40 cts.
postpaid.
HERBS
Sow in spring in shallow drills 12 inches apart. Gather just
before blooming and cork in bottles. All varieties, per pkt. 5 cts.
DILL. — Per oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75. cts. postpaid.
SAGE. — Per oz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 40 cts. postpaid.
THYME.— Per oz. 35 cts.; 14 lb. $1.00 postpaid.
AMERICAN FLAG LEEK
Large, thick stems, of sweet flavor. Sow in early spring in
ight, rich, moist soil. Transplant to 12-inch rows and 6 inches
ipart. Earth up to whiten necks. One
lunce to 100 ft. of drill. Pkt. 5 cts.;
iz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 40 cts. lb. $1.40
paid (by
$1.30).
Kohl Rabi.
KOHLRABI
EARLY WHITE
VIENNA. — White
and tender; the
best variety. Sow
in April in 18-inch
drills and thin out
to 8 inches. For
winter use, sow in
June and July. One
ounce to 200 ft. of
drill. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb.
50 cts. postpaid.
Leek.
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LETTUCE
For early crop, sow under glass in January; then for succession
at intervals of three weeks. Transplant to rich, mellow soil, and
keep well worked. Must have very rapid growth to succeed. Two
crops can be grown in one season. 1 oz. will produce 1500 plants.
D. & B.’s Big Boston.
D. & B.’S BIG BOSTON. — A favorite variety for market or
shipping. Early, large and hardy. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
% lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.25 postpaid (by express, $1.15).
WAYAHEAD. — This is the earliest and hardiest Lettuce for
cold frames or open ground. Is of handsome appearance and good
quality. It is not only earlier than the Big Boston, but is also
larger than that variety, and the heads are more tightly folded—
a favorite with market gardeners. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;.
% lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.35 postpaid (by express, $1.25).
MAY KING. — Is of quick growth, nearly all head, having few
outer leaves; grows to a good size, and is of a specially fine,
rich, buttery flavor. Is a good shipping Lettuce. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.25 postpaid (by express, $1.15).
EARLY WHITE CABBAGE. — Very hardy, large, hard head;
a splendid variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 50 cts.;
lb. $1.50 postpaid (by express, $1.40).
DEACON. — A large, firm heading variety for early summer or
late fall use; light green outside, creamy yellow inside, of fine
buttery quality. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.10
postpaid (by express, $1.00).
EARLY CURLED SIMPSON. — Heads up loose and very tender.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.10 postpaid (by ex-
press, $1.00).
UNRIVALLED. — An improvement on the famous Big Boston
Lettuce, possessing all the good qualities of this kind, viz., earli-
ness, large size, attractive color. Its additional value lies in the
fact that it can be sown almost the whole year round; it resists
heat remarkably Well; is crisp and solid when other sorts become
tough and flabby under the same conditions. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15
cts.; % lb. 45 cts.; lb. $1.50 postpaid (by express, $1.40).
HANSON. — One of the best summer Lettuces. Large, solid,
sure header; crisp and tender. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb.
30 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
ALL SEASONS. — A favorite summer Lettuce; large, but attrac-
tice appearance; crisp and buttery. It is especially recommended
for its heat-resisting qualities, preserving its freshness under try-
ing conditions. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.35
postpaid (by express, $1.25).
WHITE PARIS COS. — The best of Celery Lettuces. Forms
large, light green, solid, well-folded heads; of upright growth and
esteemed for its crispness and mild flavor. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
% lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.35 postpaid (by express, $1.25).
Lettuce Plants. — See page 17.
KALE
Sow the Siberian in September or October; the Scotch in August
or September; Spring or Smooth, in February to April, and Sep-
tember to November. Protect with straw in very severe weather.
5-lb. lots and over, 5 cts. per lb. less.
Early Curled SiDerian Kale.
SPRING, or SMOOTH. — Hardy, quick-growing; best for spring
sowing. Sow 10 lbs. to the acre broadcast, or 4 to 5 lbs. in drills.
Pkt. 5 cts.; lb. 30 cts. postpaid (by express, 20 cts.).
EARLY CURLED SIBERIAN. — A standard winter variety;
bright green with purple tinge; curled. Sow 5 lbs. to the acre.
Oz. 5 cts.; % lb- 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. post-
paid (by express, 40 cts.).
SLOW -SEEDING SIBERIAN KALE.
- — Similar to Early Qirled Siberian, but
does not run to seed as early. Oz. 5 cts.;
% lb. 15 cts.; lb. 55 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 45 cts.).
GREEN CURLED SCOTCH.— Popular
for shipping. Light green, nicely curled.
Sow 5 lbs. to the acre. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts.
postpaid (by express, 65 cts.). Spring Kale.
Wayahead.
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CANTALOUPE, or MUSK MELON
Plant in hills 5 feet
apart in light and rich
soil, well manured; 10
seeds to the hill; thin
to 4 plants. Cultivate
well. Pinch off ends
of the vine as they
begin to blossom,
which will increase the
vield. One ounce to
00 hills; 2 lhs. to the
icre.
5 lbs. and over,
5 cts. per lb. less.
lip 'lop.
D. & B.’S HANOVER GEM. — This is larger, more uniform in
size and shape than the Netted Gem; of unsurpassed quality and,
being very solid, is a good market and shipping variety. This
melon has brought the highest market prices on the Richmond
markets for several seasons. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; y4 lb.
35 cts.; lb. $1.10 postpaid (by express, $1.00).
D. & B.’S RICHMOND MARKET.— This is one of our own in-
troductions. It is very prolific, has thick flesh and small seed
cavity, and of rich, nutty flavor. It is of medium size and a
food shipping melon. It is also excellent for family use. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 30 cts.; lb. 85 cts. postpaid (by express, 75c).
KNIGHT. — About a Week earlier than the Rocky Ford; of uni-
form size, has thick, green flesh, of splendid flavor and appear-
ance. A favorite market variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
i/4 lb. 40 cts.; lb. $1.25 postpaid (by express, $1.15).
PERFECTION.— Large, oblong, green flesh; yellow skin, thickly
netted, good quality. We consider this one of the best large sized
Cantaloupe. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00 post-
paid (by express, 90 cts.).
TIP TOP. A large, slightly oval melon with orange-colored
flesh, which is thick and firm, which makes it a good shipping
and market variety. The flesh is sweet and of good quality, and
it is one of the most popular orange-colored flesh melons. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 10 cts.; •%, lb. 25 cts.; lb. 80 cts. post-
paid (by express, 70 cts.).
D. & B.’S OVAL NETTED GEM.— A larger
and improved strain of the well-known Netted
Gem variety; of most excellent flavor. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 30 cts.; lb. 90 cts. post-
paid (by express, 80 cts.).
GENUINE ROCKY FORD NETTED GEM.—
Small size, nearly round; thickly netted; nut-
meg shape. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; ■1/i lb. 25
cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid (by
express, 60 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY HAN-
OVER.— Earliest known va-
riety. Green flesh; yellow
skin; medium size; flattened
at end. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10
ROBINSON’S DELICIOUS GOLD LINED ROCKY FORD.— This
strain of the Eden Gem type is the result of several years’ selec-
tion by one of the most progressive farmers of Rocky Ford, Colo.
Its shape is ideal, very slightly oval, no ribs, and it is heavily
netted over the entire melon. The bloom button is small and flesh
as thick at the end as elsewhere. The melon is thick-meated, fine
grained and sweet; color green, with a gold margin next to
the seed cavity. Our claim for this melon is its uniform shape,
size and very superior quality. Its flesh is attractive and elicits
favorable comment when served. Every seed we offer from this
strain is saved from a select melon and hand-seeded. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
TEXAS CANNONBALL. — A very thickly netted melon which
makes it almost sun- and insect-proof. It is very solid, almost
all meat; medium early rounded shape, good flavor, and a favorite
shipping variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00
postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
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NELSON CO., VA„ April 22, 1916.
I bought some of your Cantaloupe Seed last year, and had fine
success with my cantaloupes. Yours truly,
W. L. JONES.
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PROLIFIC NUTMEG. — An early variety of medium to a small
size; nutmeg in shape and thickly netted; very
productive and of first-class quality. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts. postpaid (by
express, 65 cts.).
MIXED CANTALOUPE. — As we have frequent
calls for Cantaloupe Seed mixed, we offer a mix-
ture of the leading varieties at — Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid
(by express, 60 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY HACK-
ENSACK.— An early melon
flattened at the ends; rough-
ly netted; thick flesh; good
flavor. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10
cts.; y4 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts.
postpaid (by express, 65c).
cts.; y4 lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.00
postpaid (by express, 90c).
BANANA. — Long, shaped
like a banana; has a most
delicious odor. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; y4 lb. 30 cts.;
lb. $1.00 postpaid (by ex-
press, 90 cts.).
D. & B.’s Hanover Gem.
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Buckingham Co., Va.,
Feb. 25, 1916.
I am well pleased with
your Seeds, and always
speak in praise of them.
Yours truly,
MRS. E. J. DUNKUM.
Diggs & Beadles
TESTED SEEDS.
RICHMOND, VA.
Diggs & Beadles K
WATERMELONS
Plant in the spring, after all danger of frost;
for late crop, may be planted as late as June
1st. Cultivate like cantaloupes, except place
hills 8 or 9 feet apart. One ounce of seed will
plant 30 hills; 2 pounds to the acre.
5 lbs. and over,. 5 cis. per lb.
less than single pound price.
Tom Watson.
TOM WATSON. — An early, long, green melon; thin, but tough
rind, which makes it the best market and shipping variety. Flesh
is a bright red, firm, and very sweet; has taken the lead over
all other shipping' melons, and sells for the highest prices in the
Northern markets. Our stock seed of this melon is unsurpassed.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 8 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, GO cts.).
EAKi^X l/AKK lCXJ.\u. — The melons are medium size, nearly
round, dark green rind, thin and brittle. As an early melon for
family or nearby market it has no equal. The quality is un-
surpassed. For many years this variety has been the first melon
offered on the Richmond market. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.;
lb. 65 cts. postpaid (by express, 55 cts.).
HALBERT HONEY. — This melon is similar, but an improve-
ment over the Kleckley Sweets in that it is
larger, hardier, more productive and prettier in
shape and color. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb. 15 cts.;
lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
THE JACKSON . — Although a very old varie-
ty, it is still very popular in many sections.
Early, long, pale green, very tender, crimson
flesh, unusually sweet. Splendid for home use,
but will not stand shipping. Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c;
14 lb. 30c; lb. 90e postpaid (by express, 80c).
FLORIDA FAVORITE. Old but popular, dark,
long-shaped early melon of excellent quality. A
general favorite for family use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 8c;
% lb. 20c; lb. 60c postpaid (by express, 50c).
MIXED WATERMELON SEED. — As we
have frequent calls for Melon Seed mixed, we
offer a mixture of the leading varieties. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 8 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts.
postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
KLECKLEY SWEET, or MONTE CHRISTO. — Early, oblong,
unsurpassed for home use or near market, but does not bear ship-
ping well. One of the most salable melons on the Richmond
market. Pkt. 5 c-ts.; oz. 8 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 70 cts. post-
paid (by express, 60 cts.).
Early Dark: Icing.
Preserving Citron-Melon
For making Preserves and Pickles. Solid flesh; long keeper;
very productive, and good for stock. Oz. 8 cts.; 14 lb. 20 cts.;
Jb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
Kleckley Sweet Watermelon.
CHARLES CITY CO., Aug. 19, 1916.
Dear Sirs, — I have sold two cars of Watermelons at $200.00 per car,
raised from your Seed. Note the enclosed letter showing the quality
of the Melons produced from your Seed. This Company has been pur-
chasing Melons by the car load for twelve years, and know what
good Melons are. When they praise a car of Meloj^s, they are "pretty
good.” They wired me for another car on Friday, which I am shipping
to-day. Yours truly, FRED. S. BOCK.
The letter above referred to follows:
MR. FRED. S. BOCK,
Roxbury, Va.
Dear Sir, — We received your car of Melons yesterday, and we think
it about the nicest car we have ever unloaded. We wish to compli-
ment you on the quality of these Melons, and also the condition in
which it was loaded.
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TESTED SEEDS.
ONION SETS
ONION SEED
Extra Early White Pearl.
Onion Sets.
Plant 4 to 6 inches apart in 12 to 24-inch rows. Plant in
spring or fall in fine, rich soil, well manured.
SILVER SKIN. — Qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by express, 25 cts.);
peck, $1.25; bushel price on request.
YELLOW DANVERS. — Qt. 30 cts. postpaid (by express, 20
cts.) ; peck, $1.00; busiiel price on request.
RED WETHERSFIELD. — Qt. 30 cts. postpaid (by express,
20 cts.); peck, $1.00; bushel price on request.
EXTRA EARLY WHITE PEARL. — Recommended only for
Fall planting. Price cheerfully quoted in season on request.
MUSTARD
Sow from February to April or September and October, broad-
cast or in drills, 6 inches apart. Cut when about 3 inches high.
Sow one ounce seed to 80 feet drilled; 6 pounds to acre broadcast.
SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED. — A favorite in the South; suc-
culent. pungent and sweet. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts.
postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
BLACK, or BROWN.— For salad. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb. 10 cts.;
lb. 35 cts. postpaid (by express, 25 cts.).
• WHITE.— Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 10 cts.; lb. 35 cts. postpaid (by
express, 25 cts.).
OKRA
Sow in 3-foot drills and thin out to 8 inches apart. For winter
use, slice young pods, string and dry in the shade. Sow one
ounce to 50 feet of drill.
Sow in January or February in hotbeds or later in the open.
Transplant to 12-inch rows, 5 inches apart, in very rich soil, and
cultivate well. Sow six pounds seed to the acre. For sets, sow
20 to 40 pounds to acre in broad rows. Dig and dry when tops
die. Use only smaller
ones for sets.
SILVER SKI N —
Pure white; of mild
flavor; best for grow-
ing sets. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 65
cts.; lb. $2.35 postpaid
(by express, $2.25).
LARGE RED
WETHERSFIELD.
Medium early; skin
purplish red, and flesh
purplish white. A gen-
eral favorite. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb.
45 cts.; lb. $1.50 post-
paid (by express,
$1.40).
Prize Taker, or Spanish King.
YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS. — Globe shaped; large; keeps well;
the standard for main crop. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; y4 lb. 45 cts.;
lb. $1.50 postpaid (by express, $1.40).
YELLOW STRASBURG. — A very popular long-keeping yellow
onion. Bulbs are quite flat and of good size; skin darker yellow
than the Danvers; white flesh, mild flavor; used largely for
growing sets. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.85
postpaid (by express, $1.75).
EXTRA EARLY WHITE PEARL.— Large, pearly white, tender,
mild; excellent flavor; grows quickly; white skin. The best va-
riety for fall setting to make early spring onions. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb. 75 cts.; lb. $2.60 postpaid (by express, $2.50).
PRIZE TAKER, or SPANISH KING.— Very large and solid;
skin rich yellow; flesh pure white; sweet, mild, tender. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb. 60 cts.; lb. $1.85 postpaid (by express, $1.75).
MAMMOTH SILVER KING. — A very large variety; silvery
skin; flesh pure white; very mild and early. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz; 25 cts.; 14 lb, 75 cts.; lb. $2.75 postpaid (by express, $2.65).
PERKINS’ MAMMOTH PODDED.
— Very productive; pods intense
green; 8 to 9 inches long. Superior
for canning. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb. 15
cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express,
40 cts.).
WHITE VELVET. — Pods large,
round, white and smooth, and very
abundant. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb. 15 cts.;
lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express,
40 cts.).
DWARF PROLIFIC — Plants small
but very prolific. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.).
TALL GREEN. — Long pods; grow
4 to 5 feet high. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.).
Okra.
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GARDEN or ENGLISH PEAS
CULTURE. — Plant very early in spring, in 3-foot rows, in light, rich, loamy
soil. Cultivate well. For succession plant later every few weeks through the
season. Sow 1 qt. to 100 feet of drill; 1% bus. to the acre.
D. & B.’S SELECTED EXTRA EARLY. — This is the earliest pea on our list.
Many of our customers who grow for market say it is the best early pea they have
ever grown. It is very productive; grows to a height of 2 feet. Pkt. 10 cts.;
qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.); peck, $1.65; bushel, $6.00.
D. & B.’S FIRST AND BEST. — This stock is grown especially for us by one
of the largest and most careful pea growers in this country. It is an Extra Early,
large podded pea; height 2% feet. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express,
30 cts.); peck, $1.50; bushel, $5.50.
ALASKA. — One of the best extra early peas and becoming more popular each
year; very productive and salable. Particularly popular for canning on account
of its pale green qolor. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.);
peek, $1.75; bushel, $6.50.
PROLIFIC EARLY MARKET. — A very large and unusually prolific variety
maturing directly after the Extra Early sorts, and before the large wrinkled varie-
ties come in. Height 2% feet. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.) ;
peck, $1.50; bushel, $5.50.
AMEER, or LARGE PODDED
ALASKA. — A large and prolific strain
of the well known Alaska Pea. The
size and color of the peas and pod
make a very desirable market va-
riety. Is very hardy and prolific.
Much in demand with market garden-
ers. Height 2 feet. Pkt. 10 cts.; & ®-’s Selected Extra Early,
qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.); peck, $1.75; bushel, $6.50.
LARGE WHITE MARROWFAT. — Strong, hardy; late variety, with broad, thick
pods; good quality; height 4 feet; abundant bearer.. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 35 cts. post-
paid (by express, 25 cts.) ; peek, $1.30; bushel, $4.50.
Wrinkled Varieties
ECLIPSE. — The earliest and hardiest wrinkled variety, and as it is much better
quality than the Extra Early Smooth Peas, make it about the best Early Pea for
family use; has stout vines about 2 feet high and very prolific. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts.
postpaid (by express, 30 cts.) ; peck, $1.60.
Ameer, or Large Podded Alaska.
GRADUS or PROSPERITY.
— The largest early wrinkled
pea; vine has heavy stems
and grows about 3 feet high,
eas of excellent flavor and re-
main tender and sweet for
some time after they are
large enough for use. Best
second early variety for fam-
ily use. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40
cts. postpaid (by express, 30
cts.); peck, $1.75; bus., $6.50.
HORSEFORD’S MARKET
Gradus. GARDEN. — A very prolific
second early pea; large pods;
vines strong and healthy, growing about 2 feet high, and requires no stakes.
Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 35 cts. postpaid (by express, 25 cts.); pk. $1.25; bu. $5.00.
PREMIUM GEM. — A favorite early dwarf pea; bears well; good quality.
Height 18 inches. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express, 30 cts.);
peck, $1.50; bushel, $5.50.
BLISS EVERBEARING. — A good variety, that continues in bearing a
long time. A general favorite. Height 3 feet. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 35 cts.
postpaid (by express, 25 cts.); peck, $1.30; bushel, $4.75.
“D. & B.’S IMPROVED DARK GREEN TELEPHONE. — Productive,
sugary; pods oontain 6 or 7 peas; late; height 4 feet. One of the most
popular sorts for main crop. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 40 cts. postpaid (by express,
30 cts.) ; peck, $1.60; bushel, $5.75.
MATTHEWS CO., VA., Feb. 15, 1916.
Please ship me two bushels of your Ameer or Long Podded Alaska Peas.
I have been told by merchants around here that I could not get Peas any-
where this year without vermin in them. You sent me such good Peas last
year, I told them I knew I could get good Seed from you.
Yours truly, . H. F. BROWNLEY.
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PEPPER
Sow in hotbed in February or
March. Transplant in May to 3-ft.
rows, 15 inches apart.
CHINESE GIANT.— This is the
largest and finest mild red pepper,
being double the size of the Ruby
King. It is very productive; plants
are vigorous in growth, of stocky
habit, about 2 feet high. Weil
branched and thickly set with fruit
which hangs in clusters. The flesh
is extremely mild, as sweet as an
apple and very thick. Pkt. 10 cts.;
oz. 40 cts.; % lb. $1.25; lb. $4.75
postpaid (by express, $4.65).
PIMENTO. — This is the mildest
flavored of all peppers; is entirely
free of the pungent flavor which so
many consider undesirable; it is
heart shaped, perfectly smooth, bright scarlet color, and very
productive. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 35 cts.; % lb. $1.00.
RUBY GIANT. — An improvement over the Ruby King, being
much larger. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; % lb- $1-00.
RUBY KING. — Bright, ruby red; very mild and pleasant, and
can be used as salad. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 75 cts.
LONG RED CAYENNE. — Long, bright red pods; hot; the most
popular for seasoning/ Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 65 cts.
PEPPER PLANTS.— See below.
PARSNIP
IMPROVED SUGAR, or HOLLOW CROWN.— The standard va-
riety; smooth, tender; good flavor. Sow in spring in 18-inch
drills, in rich, deep, sandy loam. Thin out to 5 inches apart.
One ounce to 200-foot drill, 5 lbs. to the acre. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
Chinese Giant Pepper.
Improved Sugar Parsnip.
PARSLEY
CHAMPION MOSS CURLED
beautifully curl-
ed and crimped.
Best for gam-
ishing, and also
makes fine bor-
ders. Soak thi
seed a few hour.-
and sow in riel
soil, early in
spring, in 1-ft.
drills. 1 oz. to
150 ft. of drill.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
10 cts.; 14 lb-
20 cts.; lb. 60
cts. post paid
(by express,
50 cts.).
-The leaves of this variety are
Champion Moss Curled Parsley.
PLAIN, or SINGLE. — Very hardy, strongly flavored; beautiful
dark green color. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 55 cts.
postpaid (by express, 45 cts.).
VEGETABLE PLANTS
Plants can rarely be shipped the day order is received, as we
have to get them in from the gardens. We never ship plants
the last of the week unless especially requested to do so, as
they would probably lay over in the express office through Sun-
day. Do not order plants shipped by freight, and do not order
them sent by mail if it can be avoided. Express is much quicker,
safer and more satisfactory. Plants sent by mail are at pur-
chaser’s risk. No charge for packing. Should we be sold out of
the varieties ordered, we will send a similar variety instead.
TOMATO PLANTS. — Ready in May, June and July. Varie-
ties: Livingston’s Beauty, Bonny Best, Ponderosa, New Stone,
Brimmer. Per doz., 15 cits, postpaid; per 100, 50 cts. postpaid.
By express, 40 cts. per 100; $3.50 per 1,000. Transplanted plants,
same varieties, 25 cts. doz.; $1.10 per 100 postpaid.
CABBAGE PLANTS. — Early varieties ready in March, April,
May and November. Varieties: Early Wakefield and Hender-
son’s Succession. Price up to May 1st, 45 cts. per 100 postpaid.
By express, 30 cts. per 100; $2.50 per 1,000. After May 1st,
40 cts. per 100 postpaid; $2.00 per 1,000 by express. Late varie-
ties: Late Flat Dutch, Autumn King, Drumhead Savoy. Ready
June, July and August, 40 cts. per 100 postpaid. By express,
30 cts. per 100; $2.00 per 1,000.
LETTUCE PLANTS.— Ready March, April, May, October, and
November. Varieties: Early White Cabbage and Big Boston.
Price, 40 cts. per 100 postpaid. By express, 30 cts. per 100;
$2.00 per 1,000.
CELERY PLANTS. — Varieties, Winter Queen, Giant Pascal,
White Plume. Ready July and August. Price, 50 cts. per 100
postpaid. By express, 40 cts. per 100; $3.50 per 1,000.
EGG PLANTS. — Variety, Black Beauty. Ready May and June.
Price, 40 cts. per doz. postpaid. By express, 25 cts. per doz.;
$1.00 per 100. Transplanted Plants — 45 cts. per doz. postpaid.
By express, 30 cts. per doz.; $1.25 per 100.
PEPPER PLANTS. — Ready May and June. Varieties, Ruby
King, Long Red Cayenne, Chinese Giant. Price, 20 cts. per doz.;
90 cts. per 100 postpaid. By express, 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts.
per 100. Transplanted Plants — 35 cts. per doz. postpaid. By ex-
press, 25 cts. per doz.; $1.00 per 100.
SWEET POTATO PLANTS. — Ready May and June. Varie-
ties, Hanover White Yam, Hanover Yellow. Price, 40 cts. per
100 postpaid. By express, 25 cts. per 100; $2.00 per 1,000; 5,000
and over, at $1.75 per 1,000.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS. — Variety, Palmetto. Two-year-old roots.
$1.00 per 100 postpaid. By express, 75 cts. per 100; $4.50 per 1000.
RHUBARB ROOTS.— 15 cts. each; $1.25 per doz. postpaid.
By express, 10 cts. each; $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
POWHATAN CO., VA., May 5, 1916.
1 got my Plants from you last year and they were very satis-
factory. Yours truly,
R. F. BURWELL.
JAMES CITY CO., VA., June 17, 1916.
The Cabbage Plants I ordered from you in May by mail were
received in good condition and have done well.
Yours truly, MISS MARY FARTHING.
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IRISH POTATOES
Selected Seed Irish Potatoes is one of our lead-
ing specialties, and we have the most reliable and
experienced Potato Growers in Maine to grow our
Seed Stock especially for us under their personal
supervision. These are grown especially for Seed
purposes. Are the best to be obtained, and are
far superior to so-called Seed Potatoes offered
by many commission merchants and produce
dealers at lower prices. We have received many
flattering testimonials from our customers who
have been planting our Seed Potatoes for years.
As a long list of varieties (many of which have
no special merit) is often confusing to our cus-
tomers, we have selected only the varieties which
are best adapted to the South and give the best
and most satisfactory results.
The price of Potatoes is constantly fluctuating,
and the prices quoted here are the ruling prices
for January ro, 1917, and are not binding; but we
will be glad to quote firm price at any time
on request.
Owing to the high cost of barrels, we quote some varieties in
heavy n-peck barrel size sacks.
CULTURE. — Irish Potatoes should be planted in the spring,
as early as the ground can be prepared, in rich soil; rows 3 feet
apart, plants 15 inches apart in row. Manure should be well
rotted and mixed with soil to avoid scab. For late crops plant
from June to August. We advise the use of sulphur on potatoes
when planting. Sprinkle powdered sulphur on the cut tubers,
which is a preventive of blight and scab. Many of our largest
potato planters always use it, with the best results. One pound
is sufficient for one bushel of potatoes. We can supply this at
8 cts. per lb.; 10- lbs. or over at 0 cts. per lb. Barrel prices on
application.
Virginia Grown Seed Potatoes
Our Virginia Grown Potatoes are raised from selected Maine
Grown Seed, plant d in July and dug in November. They are
smooth :r and smaller than the Maine Grown Seed and will
plant more ground per bushel. They are vigorous and hardy
and make a better yield than the Maine Grown seed, but are
probably not as early. Our stock was grown in light soil in
Eastern Virginia, and are sound, smooth, and free from scab,
a — • — -w
IRISH COBBLER. — This is the most popular variety for mar-
ket gardeners and
truckers. It is one of
the earliest, and very
productive, nearly all
of the tubers growing
to a large size.
Maine Grown — Peck
80 cts.; bushel, $2.75;
11-pk. s*ck, $6.75.
Virginia Grow n —
Peck, 75 cts.; bushel,
$2.50; bbl. $6.00.
RED BLISS
TRIUMPH.
An extra early po-
tato, nearly round,
pink skin, white flesh,
Irish Cobbler. very popular with the
Southern truckers who grow' potatoes for shipping to Northern
markets. Virginia Grown Seed — Pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.50; bbl. $6.00.
EARLY WHITE ROSE. — A beautiful large White Potato, simi-
lar in shape to the old Early Rose, but is pure white. An ex-
cellent yielder and of splendid quality. Maine grown. Pk. 85 cts.;
bu. $2.85; 11-peck sack, $7.00.
EXTRA EARLY EUREKA
This' extra early variety is similar in shape and size to the
Irish Cobbler, but is much smoother and of far better quality.
The firm, white flesh is of good flavor when cooked; the skin is of
snowy whiteness, and the vines resist drought remarkably well.
As a first early potato it is considered by many far better than
Irish Cobbler. Potato planters who have "grown these potatoes
speak of them in the highest praise as a money-maker. Maine
grown seed. Pk. 80 cts.; bushel, $2.75; ll-plc. sack, $6.75.
HOULTON EARLY ROSE. — The old reliable, well-known and
popular variety. Our stock of this potato is absolutely true to
name, and should not be compared with the cheap Western grown
stock so generally offered. Maine grown. Pk. 80 cts.; bu. $2.75;
per 11 pk. sack, $6.75.
GREEN MOUNTAIN. — A large, handsome, pure white potato,
for .main or late crop; a prolific yielder and invariably of fine
eating quality, cooking dry and mealy. It has largely super-
seded other varieties for late planting. Is also one of the best
varieties for main crop, maturing about 2 weeks later than the
Irish Cobbler. Maine grown. Pk. 80 cts.; bu. $2.75; per 11 pk.
sack, $6.75.
Virginia Grown — Pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.50; per 11 pk. sack, $6.00.
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Green Mountain.
IRISH POTATOES — Continued
THE SNOW. — This main crop potato originated in Maine, and
after repeated trials in various sections of the country has proved
itself to be of great value on account of its immense yield, to-
gether with the fact that it invariably produces very few small
potatoes. In shape, it is roundish, slightly flattened eyes on
the surface; the skin is well netted. It has no superior as a
baking potato. The Snow is just what the markets desire and
will bring fancy prices. Virginia grown. Pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.50;
bu. $2.85; 11-peck sack, $7.00.
Early White Rose.
IMPROVED WHITE PEACH BLOW.— One of the old standard
and popular varieties; very productive, of good quality and a
splendid keeper. Recommended only for late planting. Virginia
grown. Pk. 05 cts.; bu. $2.25; per 11 -peck sack, $5.50.
SEED SWEET POTATOES
CULTURE. — Plant in hotbeds in April. Water freely. Trans-
plant in May and June in 3-foot rows 15 inches apart.
We make a specialty of Seed Sweet Potatoes, getting them in
fresh from Hanover County every day; and handling them in
large quantities as we do, we are enabled to offer them at espe-
cially close prices. But prices fluctuate very much, frequently
from day to day. Write us for prices when ready to plant.
Seed Sweet Potatoes are very perishable and will not keep
very long after being taken out of the kilns, especially in damp
or rainy weather. For this reason we cannot carry them in
stock, but get them in fresh from the kilns every day, and make
shipments the day we get them in. We ship only good, fresh,
sound potatoes, in firm condition, but we cannot guarantee safe
arrival of anything so perishable, though we are very careful in
packing and shipping them while fresh, but under no circum-
stances will we be responsible for Potatoes which may be in bad
condition when re-
ceived, and only
under these condi-
tions will orders
for Sweet Potatoes
be accepted by us.
HANOVER
YELLOW.
The leading Yel-
low Potato raised
in Hanover County,
which is noted for
its excellent Sweet
Potatoes. It has a
rich yellow1 color,
grows to a large
size, is unusually
productive, and the
quality is unsurpassed. Pk. 50 cts.; bushel, about $1.50; barrel
price quoted on request.
HANOVER WHITE YAM. — This is the well-known White
Sweet Potato. It grows to a larger size than the Yellow Pota-
toes, and is much sweeter. This is the best variety to grow on
heavy soils. Pk. 50 cts.; bushel, about $1.50; bbl. price on request.
PUMPKIN YAM or NANCY HALL.— Has flesh of golden yel-
low color, hence its name Pumpkin Yam. It cooks soft juicy
and very sweet. Pk. 65 cts.; bushel, $2:00; bbl. price on request.
SWEET POTATO PLANTS. See page 17.
Sweet Potatoes.
PUMPKIN
Plant in May and June in rich hills 8 feet apart. When vigor-
ous thin to three plants to the hill. May be planted in corn. 1 oz.
to 20 hills; 3 lbs. to the acre.
VIRGINIA
MAMMOTH.
A rich, golden
color; it keeps
well; very large
often taking
for the
pump-
kin, and it will
keep for several
-months. Prob-
the best
ariety for
Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
W lb. 25 cts.;
lb. 75 cts. post-
a i d (by ex-
press, 65 ets.).
SMALL
SUGAR.
A small but
Virginia Mammoth. prolific variety,
of a yellowish
red color; used mostly for table purposes. Oz. 8 cts.; y4 lb. 20 cts.;
lb. 70 cts. postpaid (by express, 60 cts.).
KING OF THE MAMMOTH. — A very large variety, of golden
yellow color, and a splendid keeper. Oz. 10 cts.; -14 lb. 25 ets.;
lb. 85 cts. postpaid (by express, 75 cts.).
GOLDEN CUSHAW. — Very productive, good for table and stock
feeding. Oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 35 cts.; lb. $1.20 postpaid (by ex-
press, $1.10).
TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO. — An oblong, medium size
pumpkin of good table quality; has a small seed cavity. Oz. 10
cts.; % lb. 25 ets.; lb. 75 ets. postpaid (by express, 65 ets.).
CORNFIELD, or BIG TOM. — The old standard for table and
stock. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 45 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 35 cts.).
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TOMATO
Sow in hotbeds in early
spring and transplant when
danger of frost is past. Set
3 to 4 feet apart. For very
early fruit, grow in small
pots under cover, thus
ing in open without
the growth.
June Pink.
Ponderosa Tomato.
YELLOW PLUM-SHAPED. — Small; for preserves. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb- 60 cts. postpaid.
TOMATO PLANTS.— See page 17.
YELLOW PEAR-SHAPED. — Small; for preserves. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts. postpaid.
JOHN BAER . — An extra
early large and smooth, solid
bright red tomato. This is
the earliest large, solid to-
mato known, and has proven
a most profitable early mar-
ket variety for the last two
seasons. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 50
cts.; 14 lb. $1.75 postpaid.
jonn ua=r.
SPARKS’ EARLIANA. — One of the earliest varieties; bright
red and smooth; very productive. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
14 lb. 60 cts.; lb. $2.00 postpaid (by express, $1.90).
I. X. L. — One of the earliest varieties, is very smooth, of good
size; bright red color; ripens uniformly. A money-maker as an
early tomato. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; y4 lb. 90 cts.; lb. $3.10
postpaid (by express, $3.00).
RED ROCK. — A most desirable and profitable variety for truck -
ersr and canners. It is an immense yielder, smooth as an apple;
very red, heavy and an excellent shipper. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.;
14 lb. 75 cts.; lb. $2.25 postpaid (by express, $2.15).
PONDEROSA. — A very large and handsome bright red tomato,
and especially adapted to family use. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.;
14 lb. $1.00 postpaid.
LIVINGSTON’S BEAUTY. — Large, solid, smooth, purplish pink;
an old favorite. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 45 cts.; lb. $1.60
postpaid (by express, $1.50).
EARLY ACME. — Smooth, solid; ripens uniformly; bears till
frost; ships well; an old favorite. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
14 lb. 45 cts.; lb. $1.60 postpaid (by express, $1.50).
LIVINGSTON’S STONE. — Large, bright scarlet; firm, uniform,
hardy; an excellent shipper; one of the best for the late crop and
canning purposes. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; 14 lb. 50- cts.;
lb. $1.75 postpaid (by express, $1.65).
JUNE PINK. — An improvement on the Earliana. Is of a beau-
tiful pink color. Very early. Of a good size, smooth and prolific.
A profitable sort for market gardeners, but not as good for a
main crop as some other varieties. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
14 lb. 65 cts.; lb. $2.25 postpaid (by express, $2.15).
THE BRIMMER—
This tomato is some-
what similar to the
well - known Ponde-
rosa, but is even
larger than that va-
riety. It has strong,
healthy vines and is
very productive. II
is not an early va
riety, but its flesh is
solid and meaty, and
has very few seed. A
splendid tomato for
family use, but most
too large for a profit-
able market sort.
Pkt. 10c; oz. 75c; %
lb. $2.50 postpaid. bunny best.
TRUCKER’S FAVORITE. — One of the best; large, solid, purple
fruit; main crop tomatoes. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; 14 lb. 85 cts.;
lb. $3.10. postpaid (by express, $3.00).
BONNY BEST. — An extra early, large, smooth, bright red to-
mato, a heavy yielder; good market variety. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 75 cts.; lb. $2.50 no«tr>aid (by express, $2.40).
Livingston’s Stone.
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RADISH
CULTURE. — Sow in drills very early in the spring, and later
for a succession at intervals of ten days. Must have very rich
soil, plenty of moisture, light and ventilation to insure quick,
rapid growth. For very early, sow in hotbeds. One ounce to 50
feet of drill; 10 lbs. to the acre.
D. & B.’S
EARLY
WHITE
TIPPED
FORCING
This radish is
extremely pop-
ular, both for
gardeners and
private use. The
outer skin is of
bright crimson
color with white *
tip. Our strain
is sup erior to
most stocks of-
fered, making a
u. ex, t>.'s warfy W Hite Tipped Forcing. nice turnip
shaped, clean root. On account of its small top, it is largely
used for forcing, and very satisfatcory for earlier use out of
doors. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.).
EARLY FORCING SCARLET GLOBE. — The earliest radish and
one of the best for forcing. Has a very small top, bright red
in color, and a very beautiful variety. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
Vt lb. 20 cts.; lb. GO cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
CRIMSON GIANT GLOBE. — A large, early variety; foliage is
small and can be planted close. Valuable for the early market.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 50 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY SCARLET, or RED TURNIP.— Small, round,
crisp, tender; tops small; grows very rapidly. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY SCARLET OLIVE SHAPED.— A quick-grow-
ing, crisp radish, oblong in shape, of excellent quality; a good
variety for either market or home garden. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
White Strasburg.
LONG SCARLET, SHORT
TOP. — Long, bright scarlet;
fine for forcing. Oz. 5 cts.;
% lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. post-
paid (by express, 40 cts.).
WHITE STRASBURG.—
Large, long, solid; one of the
best for summer use. Oz. 5
ctsi; % Ik. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts.
postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
ROSE CHINA WINTER —
Rose colored; flesh white;
cylindrical; one of the best
winter Radishes. Pkt. 5c; oz.
10c; % lb. 20c; lb. 60c post-
paid (by express, 50c).
LONG BLACK SPANISH.—
A large, long, black skin rad-
ish, with pure white flesh. A
hardy fall and winter variety.
Flesh is firm and keeps well.
Oz. 10c; % Ik. 20c; lb. 60c
postpaid (by express, 50c).
MIXED TURNIP RAD-
ISHES.—Oz. 5 cts.; i/4 lb. 15
cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by
express, 40 cts.).
MIXED LONG RADISHES.
Oz. 5c; % lb. 15c; lb. 50c post-
paid (by express, 40c).
EARLY WHITE TURNIP. — A good early white turnip-shaped
radish. Oz. 5c; % lb- 15c; lb. 50c postpaid (by express, 40c).
FRENCH BREAKFAST. — A white-tipped, olive-shaped sort, and
one of the earliest forcing varieties, but should be used while
young. Oz. 5e; % lb. 15c; lb. 50c postpaid (by express, 40c).
GOLDEN GLOBE SUMMER. — Very large, crisp and tender;
stands hot weather, and may be planted late. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; 14 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
RHUBARB ROOTS
Set out in the early spring or fall in deep, well-worked soil,
4 feet apart each way. Mulch freely with manure or coarse litter.
It is best not to use the stalks the first year; but after the
first year they may be used freely and will last for years. A
dozen roots will be ample for a large family. 15 cts. each; $1.25
doz. postpaid. By express, 10 cts. each; $1.00 per doz.; 100, $6.00.
RHUBARB SEED. — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb. 60 cts.
SALSIFY, or OYSTER PLANT
MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. — The largest and best
variety. Sow in March or April
in 18-inch drills. Thin to 6
inches apart. Soil must be deep,
light, rich and fine. One ounce to
50 feet; 8 lbs. to the acre. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb- 45 cts.;
lb. $1.60 postpaid (by express,
$1.50).
SPINACH
For summer use, sow early in
fertile soil in 18-inch drills. Sow
in September and October for
winter and spring use. One
ounce to 100 feet of drill; 20 lbs.
to the acre.
The crop of Spinach Seed was
very short this season.
5 Lbs, and Over, at 5 cts.
per lb. less.
NORFOLK SAVOY, or
BLOOMSDALE. — Good for fall
sowing; very early; hardy;
leaves curled. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10
cts.; '(4 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 70 cts.
(by express, 60 cts.).
LONG STANDING. — Leaves thick and fleshy; does not run to
seed quickly. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; lb. 70 cts.
postpaid (by express, 60 cts.).
ROUND THICK LEAVED. — Best variety for summer; leaves
thick; dark green; good quality. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
14 lb. 25 cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid (by express, 60 cts.).
Norfolk Savoy, or Bloomsdale Spinach,
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TESTED SEEDS.
SQUASH, or CYMLING
Plant in bills in warm, fine, rich, fertilized soil. Grow 3 plants
to the hill. Plant hush varieties 5 feet apart; running varieties,
8 feet.' About 3 Ihs. to the acre.
D. & B.’S
EARLY WHITE
BUSH.
Early ; cream
color; very pro-
lific; nice size;
good shipper; the
most popular va-
riety. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; y4 lb.
20 cts.; lb. 70 cts.
postpaid (by ex-
press, 60 cts.).
MAMMOTH
WHITE BUSH.
Larger and more
uniform than the
Early White
Bush, but later;
jL». &, u.’s .Early White Bush Squash. waxy white color.
Pkt 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; y4 lb. 20 cts.; lb. 75 cts. postpaid (by
express, 65 cts.).
EVERBEARING. — A large white squash, similar in appear-
ance to the White Bush, but not as early. It is a running squash,
very productive and, as its name indicates, will continue bear-
ing all summer if the squashes are kept picked off. Good table
variety, also good for stock feeding. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
y4 lb. 20 cts.; lbV "%,$&'■ postpaid (by express, 65 cts.
GIAN T SUMMER CROOK-
NECK. — Bush, v e r y prolific;
profusely warted; bright yel-
low squash of good flavor. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.;
lb. 75 cts. postpaid (by express,
65 cts.).
summer Crookneck.
HUBBARD SyUASH. — A running winter squash of first-class
quality and a splendid keeper. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb.
30 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid (by express, 90 cts.).
BOSTON MARROW.— Oval; flesh orange color; fine grained;
cooks rich and dry; keeps well. Running variety. One of the
best for winter. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; y4 lb. 20 cts.; lb. i5 cts.
postpaid (by express, (55 cts.).
Nelson Co., Va., March 21, 1916.
I was very much pleased with the Seeds you sent me in March.
I will send you another order next month.
Yours truly,
W. W. HASKITT.
Cook Co., 111., Dec. 18, 1915.
It is a pleasure to deal with a firm of your caliber.
Yours truly,
W. W. BARNARD SEED CO.
Bedford Co., Va., May 8, 1915.
The goods recently ordered from you came in splendid shape.
I thank you.
Yours truly,
JNO. C. ROSSER.
TOBACCO
Every one of our Tobacco Seed are grown on farms which com-
prise nearly 2 000 a cres of the best Tobacco land in the Tobacco
Belt. They are grown under improved scientific methods by re-
liable men under the supervision of a Tobacco Grower of 48
years’ experience. We offer no light, cheap
Seed for sale — the Seed we offer are saved
from only the topmost pods of the best
plants, cleaned of all filth and imperfect
Seeds and no pains nor expense is spared
to give our customers the very best To-
bacco Seed that can be had at any price.
Sow in February and March in a rich
and perfectly clean plant bed, from which
all seeds and insects have been destroyed
by firing. Protect from flies and trans-
plant about June to highly fertilized soil,
3% to 4 feet each way. Cultivate thor-
oughly and guard well against suckers
and worms. Tobacco Plant.
WARNE. — A splendid variety for bright yellow wrappers.
Grows to a larger size .and bolds itself up well. The leaf is large,
of medium breadth and very fine grained. It is tough, silky and
makes one of the best varieties grown if properly managed. Com-
paratively new, but already very popular. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.;
14 lb. 85 cts. postpaid.
IMPROVED LONG LEAF GOOCH. — In this variety we have our
ideal Tobacco for Eastern North Carolina and South Carolina, and
a portion of Georgia. It is an ideal variety for Sandy Soils, grows
unusually large, produces large, broad leaf of No. 1 quality, cures
well, brings a good price, and makes more pounds to the acre than
most varieties. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; 14 lb. 85 cts. postpaid.
IMPROVED YELLOW ORONOKO. — Developed by careful, con-
tinuous selection from the Old Standard Yellow Oronoko, which
has been more extentively planted for the Yellow Type than any
other. Its growth is large, but erect, its leaves are large but of
the finest texture. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; % lb. 85 cts. postpaid.
BLUE PRYOR. — The genuine James River favorite; in fact, a
general favorite wherever grown, and commands good prices. Rich
shipper, and is superior to the Kentucky Blue Pryor. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 75 cts. postpaid.
SWEET, or LITTLE ORONOKO. — This is a very superior
Oronoko Tobacco; the leaf is long, with a good breadth, has a
small stem and very fine texture, used for first-class plug fillers
and makes when suncured, the best natural chewing leaf on ac-
count of its sweetness. It is a general favorite for the “Home-
spun” wherever known, especially liked by some for its earliness
and ability to stand upon the hill for some time without becoming
over-ripe. In all respects an ideal manufacturing Tobacco.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; y4 lb. 75 cts. postpaid.
KENTUCKY YELLOW. — An extra large and very superior va-
riety which is extremely popular in the West. The leaf is un-
usually large, but of surprisingly fine texture when size is taken
into consideration. Its large size, handsome shape, and excellent
quality are certain to give it a yearly increase in popularity.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; y4 lb. 85 cts. postpaid.
BIG HAVANA. — A hybrid Havana or Cuban seed-leaf. A heavy
cropper of fine texture, delightful flavor and earliest cigar variety
to mature and ripen. Will make two crops from one planting in
the South, while its earliness makes it most desirable for high
latitude. The best Americanized Havana. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts.;
y4 lb. 85 cts. postpaid.
IMPROVED ONE SUCKER. — Plants grow to medium large size,
the leaf medium size, fine grained and of excellent quality. On
light, gray soil this will make a good, bright tobacco, but is
especially adapted to make a dark, heavy export tobacco. Long
noted for its unusually small growth of suckers. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 75 cts. postpaid.
BIG ORONOKO. — The leaf is large, broad, of handsome appear-
ance, cures well and possesses a great deal of weight and body.
For strips and dark wrappers it has no superior. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.; y4 lb. 75 cts. postpaid.
, WHITE BURLEY. — A large, broad leaf, light colored tobacco
with thick, porous leaves; raised extensively in Kentucky and is a
prime favorite in Virginia on account of its porous quality; recom-
mended for fillers. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 35 cts.; % lb. 90 cts. postpaid.
RICHMOND, VA
Diggs & Beadles K
TURNIP
CULTURE. — Sow Ruta
Bagas from June to August
in drills 3 feet apart; thin
out to 6 inches. Sow Tur-
nips from July to October
for turnips and salad; 1 to
iy2 lbs. per acre in drills;
1% to 2 lbs. broadcast. For
salad 3 to 4 lbs. broadcast.
Can be sown in spring for
summer use.
5 lbs. and over,
5 cts. per lb. less.
IMPROVED AMERICAN
RED TOP WHITE GLOBE.
— The most popular turnip
for market and table use.
Our stock of this turnip can-
not be surpassed; many tur-
nips were produced from our
stock weighing over 8 lbs.
each. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15
cts.; lb. 55 cts. postpaid (by
express, 45 cts.).
RED TOP WHITE GLOBE.— Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts.
postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
LARGE WHITE NORFOLK. — Popular for stock for market, and
for salad. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 40 cts.).
EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH (Strap-Leaved). — Pure white
flat growing variety. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. post-
paid (by express, 40 cts.).
Early White Flat Dutch.
Amber, or Yellow Globe.
Early Red, or Purple Top.
Large White Norfolk.
Improved Red Top White Globe.
MIXED TURNIP SEED. — As many of our customers prefer to
sow turnips of several varieties together, w'e offer these in mix-
ture of the best leading varieties. Oz. 5 cts.; 44 lb. 15 cts.;
lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
IMPROVED AMERICAN PURPLE TOP YELLOW RUTA
BAGA. — The best variety for table and for stock feeding.
Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
PURPLE TOP YELLOW RUTA BAGA.— Oz. 5 cts.; y4 lb.
Improved
American
Purple-Top
Yellow
Rutabaga.
WHITE EGG. — Oval; pure white; thin skin; grows rapidly.
Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by express, 50 cts.).
POMERANIAN WHITE GLOBE. — A large, white, globe-shaped
variety for main crop. Oz. 5 cts.; 14 lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. post-
paid (by express, 40 cts.).
EXTRA EARLY PURPLE TOP
MILAN. — The earliest variety of
turnip. Medium size, flat, with pur-
ple top. Valuable on account of its
extreme earliness. Plct. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts.
postpaid (by express, 65 cts.).
LARGE YELLOW, or
AMBER GLOBE.— Relia-
ble main crop variety for
stock or market. Oz. 5
cts.; !4 lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50
cts. postpaid (by express,
40 cts.).
YELLOW ABER-
DEEN. — Splendid
for stock. Oz. 5
cts.; 14 lb. 15 cts.;
lb. 50 cts. postpaid
(by express, 40c).
EARLY RED, or
PURPLE TOP
(Strap - Leaved). —
A desirable early variety for home or market.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
LONG WHITE COWHORN.— A good variety for the table and
stock feeding. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts. postpaid (by
express, 50,cts.).
SOUTHERN PRIZE. — Very hardy, stands cold; especially rec-
ommended for salad or stock. Oz. 5 cts.; % lb. 15 cts.; lb. 45 cts.
postpaid (by express, 35 cts.).
SEVEN TOP. — For salad only, roots being of very little value;
very hardy. Oz. 5 cts.; y4 -lb. 15 cts.; lb. 45 cts. postpaid (by ex-
press, 35 cts.).
cts.; % lb.
15 cts.; lb. 50 cts. postpaid (by express, 40 cts.).
MATHEWS CO., VA., June 17, 1916.
My crop from your Improved Purple Top White Globe Turnip last
Winter was a wonder. The Turnips grew until the middle of De-
cember, and I gathered six that weighed 33 lbs., and my whole
crop was of a large size. I fed 13 head of cattle on them all through
the Winter, and no trouble was experienced, and when the Turnips
gave out I fed on Cotton Seed Meal and Mill Feed, which did not give
any better results. Yours truly, A. ST. CLAIR BUTLER.
NURSERY STOCK.
We have a complete Special Catalogue of Nursery Stock, including
all kinds of Fruit, Ornamental and Shade Trees, Grape Vines, Berry
Plants, etc. Mailed free on request. If you are in need of Nursery
Stock ask for one.
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Pomeranian White Globe.
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Flower Seeds priced at 5 cents per packet are 6 packets for 25 cents; or 25 packets, your own selection, for $1.00; 10-
cent packets are 3 for 25 cents; or 13 for $1.00, postpaid.
We have endeavored to make
our list of Flower Seeds as com-
plete as possible by a judicious
selection of the best sorts, so
that our customers would not
get bewildered among a laby-
rinth of varieties, many of
which are of no special merit.
We do not index our different
varieties of Flower Seeds, but
all varieties are arranged alpha-
betically and can therefore be
easily found. The letter “A”
after the name of the flower in-
dicates that the flowers are an-
nuals and blossom only the first
year it is planted, and the seed
should be planted each year.
The letter “P” indicates that
the variety is a Perennial and
comes up and blossoms for sev-
eral years after sowing.
For CLIMBING VINES and
FLOWERS, see page 31.
ACROCLINIUM— Everlasting (A).
A very pretty, half hardy annual, pro-
ducing white and rose-colored double daisy-
like flowers, about 1% inches in diameter.
These are the “Immortelles,” so desirable
for wreaths and winter bouquets. Height, 15
inches. Mixed Colors — Pkt. 5e; oz. 30c.
AGERATUM (A).
A beautiful hardy annual. The flowers
are borne in dense clusters and are very
useful for bouquets. The plants are very
attractive in the garden being covered
with bloom nearly all summer. Mixed
Colors — Pkt. 5 cts.
Sweet Alyssum.
ALYSSUM (A)
A hardy annual which begins to flower
when very young, and is literally covered
almost all the season with its sweet white
flowers. It is especially adapted to borders
or for rock work in tne summer, and may
be used effectively in window boxes for win-
ter blooming.
Little Gem — This is the prettiest va-
riety, being so dwarf and full of bloom
that it has been aptly named “The Car-
pet of Snow.” Four inches high. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; % lb. $1.00.
Sweet — The old garden favorite fami-
liar to all. Being of trailing habit, it is
better than the Little Gem for rockeries
or window boxes. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.;
% lb. 85 cts.
ANTIRRHINUM— Snapdragon (A).
Well known, showy and useful border
plants, producing flowers of a great variety
of brilliant and handsome colors. Very ef-
fective in beds, succeeding in any good gar-
den soil. They are also very desirable for
cutting, as the spikes of bloom are borne
well above the dark glossy leaves, and keep
fresh for a long time.
Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 35 cts.
AMARANTHUS (A).
These plants afford brilliant contrasts
of color, being useful for tall borders and
groups, also where foliage effects are de-
sired. The leaves and stems are of differ-
ent shades of red, blended with green;
two to three feet high.
Caudatus (Love Lies Bleeding). — Light
yellowish green foliage; long, drooping
crimson flower spikes. Pkt. 5 cts.
Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat). — A hardy an-
nual with leaves of red, yellow and green;
especially brilliant if grown in rather
poor soil. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.
ANEMONE— Wind Flower (P)
St. Brigid. — These are hardy perennials,
blooming in the spring or fall, producing
semi-double, large poppy shaped flowers
(2 to 3 inches across) in attractive colors.
Mixed — Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.25.
Anemone.
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ASTERS (A)
These well-known, beautiful and popu-
lar annuals are very desirable for bedding,
being in bloom when most other plants are
over. Very useful for cut flowers and
bouquets.
Victoria Mixed — Beautiful and popular
annuals, desirable for beddings, being in
bloom when most other plants are over.
Very useful for cut flowers and baskets.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00; % lb. $3.00.
Dwarf Chrysanthemum Flowered — One of
the best Dwarf varieties. Of a great assort-
ment of rich colors. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.;
i/4 lb. $1.75.
German Quilled (China Aster) — The fa-
miliar double Aster with quilled petals.
Exceedingly showy and excellent for cutting
for vase decorations. The large, brilliant,
daisy-like flowers with yellow centers are
produced in profusion. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 45
cts.; 14 lb. $1.60.
Comet Mixed — A carefully proportioned
mixture of various colors, the petals of
which are very long and recurved, having
the effect of the finest Chrysanthemums.
They are varied and beautiful colors and
one of the most popular sorts. Pkt. 10 cts.;
oz. 75 cts.; % lb. $2.50.
BALSAM— Touch-Me-Not (A).
Also known as “Lady Slipper.” A ten-
der annual with brittle stems and foliage.
Grows about 12 inches high. Flowers both
single and double, in bright colors and varia-
tions; are wax-like and very attractive.
No flower is more easily cultivated, and it
succeeds in most any good soil.
Double White — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 60 cts.
Double Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 40 cts.;
% lb. $1.25.
BEGONIA (P).
Finest Mixed Varieties — Beautiful plants
for summer bedding, bearing beautiful waxy
flowers through the entire summer. Our
mixture contains a great variety of colors,
both in flowers and foliage. Pkt. 10 cts.
CALENDULA— Pot Marigold (A).
Very hardy annual, one foot high. Has
showy flowers blooming until frost and pro-
ducing a fine effect in borders. It is of easy
culture and is desirable for rather inferior
soils, where less sturdy flowers do not thrive.
Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5 ets.; oz. 15 cts.
CARNATIONS (P).
These well-known flowers are easily
grown from seed, and very free blooming,
the flowers being bright-colored and with a
most delicious clove-like fragrance. Ex-
cellent bloomers in the garden or for winter
flowering.
Marguerite — An extra vigorous race, espe-
cially adapted for out - of - door culture.
The plants are trim in habit, perpetual and
flow'er abundantly in 5 months from sowing
the seed. They are highly fragrant, and
have beautiful double flowers. Pkt. 10 cts.;
oz. 75 cts.; % lb. $2.50.
Double Mixed — A mixture of all colors
and types. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1; % lb. $3.75.
CANDYTUFT (A).
Popular favorites, flowering profusely the
whole summer. Very valuable for edgings
and borders, fairly covered with masses of
Victoria Aster.
BACHELOR’S BUTTONS— Globe Amaranth
(A). A well-known and popular everlast-
ing flower which forms bushy plants about
2 feet high and bearing sometimes hundreds
of flowers. Excellent as border plants, and
very useful for winter decorations. If cut
when well matured will retain their beauty
throughout the winter.
Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60c.
Double White Balsam.
Antirrhinum — Snapdragon.
white and various colors. Height 1 foot.
Of easy culture.
White— Pkt. 5 cts.
Crimson — Pkt. 5 cts.
Fancy Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.;
14 lb. 50 cts.
CALLIOPSIS OR COREOPSIS (A).
Beautiful showy summer bedding annuals
with large bright flowers of golden yellow,
varied with rich brown. Excellent for cut-
ting and decorations.
Lanceolata — A very hardy perennial,
blooming the first year and producing on
very large stems a constant succession of
rich, bright yellow flowers about 3 inches
in diameter; exceedingly valuable for deco-
rative purposes. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 ets.
Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 50c.
Candytuft.
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COLEUS (A).
Probably the best known and most popu-
lar of ornamental foliage plants. The leaves
are of many shades of color and have a rich
velvety appearance of extraordinary beauty.
Yo lawn should be without these decorative
plants. Tender perennial.
Mixed — Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.50.
During the winter the roots can be taken up
and stored out of reach of the freezing
weather and replanted the following spring.
Double Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5c; oz. 75e.
Single Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5c; oz. 50c.
Dahlia Roots — See page 32.
CENTAUREA, GYMNOCARPA— Dusty
MiUer (A).
Valuable because of its silvery foliage,
and graceful drooping habit of growth. Half
hardy perennial ; one-half to two feet high.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.; i/4 lb. $1.75.
Mammoth Mixed — The flowers are double
the size of the old, large flowering Cosmos,
measuring from 3 to 4 incres across. The
petals are large, overlapping, forming per-
fectly round flow'ers, deeply ribbed and of
good substance. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 50 cts.;
•14 lb. $1.60.
CELOSIA — Cock’s Comb (A).
A half hardy annual, growing 6 to 8
inches high, bearing a wide wavy blossom
that resembles a Cock’s Comb. Pine for
massing or border work. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 75c.
CHRYSANTHEMUM (A).
These annual Chrysanthemums have a
charm of their own. The blooming season
is from very early summer until frost, and
their gay colors make beds or borders at-
tractive during those hottest weeks of sum-
mer when flowers are apt to be scarce.
Mixed Varieties— Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.
Mixed — A mixture of the old standard
sorts. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; y4 lb. 75 cts.
DAHLIA (A).
The Dahlia has always been a favorite
for autumn flowering. The flowers are so
symmetrical and perfect and the range of
colors so large and varied that they will
always be popular where display is wanted.
Both the single and double strains of this
popular flower may be had in the greatest
variety and beauty from seed. If planted
early and given protection in the spring
they can be made to flower the first season.
Single Dahlia.
COSMOS (A).
Double Carnation.
CANTERBURY BELLS — Campanula, Cup
and Saucer (A).
A handsome, hardy biennial of stately
growth, rich color and profuse bloom. Suc-
ceeds best in light, rich soil and in the fall
should be transplanted or thinned to 18
inches or 2 feet apart and given some pro-
tection in severe winter weather. Has large,
bell-shaped flowers which are strikingly ef-
fective; colors white, and various shades of
violet, rose, lilac and blue. Height 2 to 4
feet. One of the wild forms of Campanula
is the “Blue Bells of Scotland.”
Pkt. 5 cts.; 14 oz. 20 cts.; oz. 75 cts.
These well-known flowers are of easy cul-
ture and are almost indispensable for cut-
ting and garden decorations, their lovely
blossoms being produced in greatest pro-
fusion after most other flowers have suc-
cumbed to frost. Few flowers have grown
more into popularity in late years than the
Cosmos, and we recommend them to all
I wanting large plants in their gardens.
CANNA (P).
Stately .ornamental plants, producing
clusters of large flowers of the most intense
varied and brilliant colors. Very desirable
for greenhouse or bedding outdoors. Plant
the seed in February, first soaking them for
a day in warm water. In August the plants
will come into hloom and continue to flowei
very freely until cut down by frost. Store
roots in cellar in winter.
Tall Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
y4 lb. 60 cts.
Crozy’s Dwarf Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25
cts.; 14 lb. 80 cts.
Canna Roots — See page 32.
Mixed Chrysanthemums.
DAISY (P).
These are charming little plants for edg-
ing and borders. The Daisy has been so
far improved by selection and caieful culti-
vation that good seed will give at least 80
per cent, of double flowers that are as large
as any of the named sorts that are pro-
pagated by the division of the roots and are
sold at high prices. The plants bloom well
in the house and are splendid for early
spring and summer flowering when planted
in a slightly shaded situation. Tender
nerennials, about 6 inches high. Pkt. 10 cts.;
oz. $1.25.
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BUCKINGHAM CO., Apr. 17, 1916.
I have been using your Seeds and Bulbs for
three years, and they are the best I have ever
used. My Dahlias I got from you last year
were simply lovely. I never saw such beau-
tiful Dahlias from Seed. I shall always rec-
ommend Diggs & Beadles’ Seeds whenever I
have a chance, for they are the best.
Respectfully yours,
; MISS WILLIE C. HARRIS.
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Hollyhock.
HOLLYHOCK (P).
For a background to a flower garden, noth-
ing is better than this tall, old-fashioned
garden favorite. The large, richly colored
blossoms, about 3 inches across, ranging
from deep yellow and red to pure white, are
set as rosettes around the strong growing
flower stalk. The Hollyhock of to-day is
entirely different and more beautiful than
the plant of years ago, being much more
compact in growth, the flowers larger, more
richly colored and oi better form. Sow the
seed in May or June, in open ground, and
in the autumn, when the Plants have made-
five leaves, transplant to permanent posi-
tion 2 or 3 feet apart. The following sum-
mer they will bloom.
They grow to a height of 5 ft., and if the
stalks show a disposition to fall, tie stakes
to them to hold them up. The Double Holly-
hock are the most desirable.
Double Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 75 cts.; 14 $2.25.
HIBISCUS (A).
Africanus — A free blooming flower of easy
culture, producing flowers of large size, 3 to
4 inches across. Creamy yellow with pur-
ple center; very desirable for mixed beds or
borders. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.
Dianthus Chinensis — Hardy Pink.
FORGET-ME-NOT— Myosotis (P).
The favorite old border plant that suc-
ceeds best in moist situations.
It comes into blooming early and the lit-
tle star-shaped flowers appeal to every
heart. Hardy perennials. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 40 cts.
FOUR O’CLOCK — Marvel of Peru (A).
. A well-known favorite plant, bearing free-
ly funnel-shr ped white, red and striped
flowers, which open about four o’clock in
the afternoon, remaining open all night; and
usually are closed before noon the next day.
Sow seed in spring in open ground in any
good garden soil. The plants should be
given plenty of room, about three feet apart.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % Ik. 50 cts.
GAILLARDIA (A).
A very showy, hardy, garden plant, with
brilliant flowers in scarlet and yellow,
blended and shaded. Blooms freely from
early summer till autumn. Grows one and
one-half to two feet high, and the blos-
soms are borne on long, slender stems.
Mammoth Cosmos.
Grandiflora Mixed — Single perennial va-
riety of varying shades of reddish brown,
scarlet and orange. The largest of these
species, excellent for cutting. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.
HELIOTROPE (P).
The delicately tinted and fragrant blos-
soms of this beloved little flower are so
well-known that any attempt at description
would be superfluous. It is adapted to both
bedding and house culture, requiring little
attention. By sowing indoors early in the
spring and transplanting into small pots,
plants may be made so strong and stocky
that they will be in full bloom soon after
being set in the garden.
Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 85 cts.
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DIANTHUS or PINKS (P).
These popular flowers, commonly known
as Chinese and Japanese Pinks, have been
for a long time very popular, and deservedly
so. In diversity of rich and beautiful mark-
ings they have but few rivals, and in ease
of culture, freedom of bloom and almost
certain satisfactory results, they stand close
to the Nasturtium. Hardy biennials bloom-
ing the first year from seed. So easily
grown from seed as to be rarely treated as
biennials. Seed may be sown in the open
ground any time in May.
Chin:nsis — The familiar old Chinese or
Indian Pink, easily grown and very showy.
Our mixture contains a large assortment of
varieties. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 40 cts.; y4 lb. $1.
Plumarius — The old-fashioned garden fav-
orite. All the single flowered varieties in
one mixture. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.
% lb. 80 cts.
DIGITALIS, or FOX GLOVE (P).
A stately, old-fashioned border plant af-
fording dense spikes of brilliant colored
flowers which are terminal and half as long
as height of the plant. Colors white, lav-
ender and rose. Does not usually bloom
until the second year. Thrives best in cool,
shady locations.
Fine Mix:d — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.
ESCHOLTZIA — California Poppy (A).
The beautiful State flower of California.
It blooms almost continuously throughout
the season. A bed of these in full bloom
gives a brilliant color effect. The foliage is
finely cut and has a bluish tinge, delicate
and very attractive. They are of the easiest
culture. .Can be sown in any soil, but the
better the soil the larger the plants and
blossoms. It is best to sow the seed in the
garden where the plants are to remain, as
they do not transplant easily. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.
EUPHORBIA — Snow on the Mountain (A).
Easily grown annual with beautiful orna-
mental folinge, prettily veined and margined
with white. Very showy. Pkt. 10c; oz. $1.00.
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TESTED SEEDS.
ICE PLANT (A).
A pretty little trailing flow'er for baskets or boxes, grows about 6 inches; flowers white
or pink. The leaves are covered with crystal like drops, shining brightly in the sun,
its foliage is remarkable. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.
LARKSPUR (A).
The Larkspur is one of the handsomest and most useful of plants. The colors are
extremely beautiful and in mixed borders its profuse masses of purple, white and red
show splendidly, and for large gardens is invaluable. Height 12 inches.
Double Dwarf Varieties Mixed— Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.
LOBELIA (A).
Profuse blooming little plants, of great value for edging, hanging baskets or vases.
It is completely covered with flowers for a long time. If given plenty of water they
may be kept in flower all summer.
Emperor William — A fine, compact variety with intensely dark blue flowers,. Pkt. 5c.
White Lady — Dwarf. Pure White Flowers. Pkt. 5 cts.
French Marigold.
LOVE-IN-A-MIST— Nigella (A).
A hardy annual, one-foot high, with finely cut foliage. Oddly shaped blossoms in
blue and white, and curious seed pods. Of easy culture. Pkt. 10 cts.
MARIGOLD (A).
A hardy annual, shrubby plant, in
dwarf and tall varieties, growing from 6
inches to 3 feet high. Foliage bright
green, deeply cut, and graceful. The
flowers are various shades of yellow' and
brown. The tall varieties are very valu-
able for large bedding or background
work, and the dwarf varieties for bor-
ders. No flower garden seems complete
without this fine old-fashioned plant.
African — The best tall variety, with large, double blossoms. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.; % lb. 85 cts.
Dwarf French, Double Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; y4 lb. 85 cts.
MIGNONETTE (A).'
This popular little flower is well-known as one of our most fragrant plants, and
a universal favorite. If sown at intervals in spring and early summer it will bloom
until killed by frost. Thrives best in a cool temperature.
Machet — A compact-growing variety, with medium long, thick spikes of yellow
flowers. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 40 cts.
Golden Queen — Very fragrant, with golden yellow flowers. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.
Sweet — This is the familiar old variety. It has spikes of medium size, so fragrant
that a bed will perfume the whole atmos-
~ “ ‘ “ i| phere around it, and every garden should
have a corner or bed devoted to it.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 30 cts.
NASTURTIUM (A).
Probably the most popular and easily
grown flower in our list, and remains
longer in bloom. In favorable soil the
flowers are produced in abundance during
the season. Nasturtiums prefer dry, Dwarf Nasturtium,
rather rocky soil, such as we usually
call “poor” soil and bear their flowers in such locations in greater profusion than in
a rich garden, where they run too much to leaves.
Tall Variegated Leaved Mixed — Every leaf is variegated with yellow, white and
green. Some of the leaves are one-half to two-thirds white and yellow, while others
are mostly green, but beautifully striped and blotched. This gives a new and very
handsome appearance to the plant. The flowers are of all colors. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; 14 lb. 50 cts.
Dwarf Varieties Mixed — This mixture contains all of the choicest and prettiest
flowers of the Dwarf variety. The plants form a small, round bush, 12 to 16 inches
high, which is a mass of blooms all summer. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.;
lb. 85 cts. postpaid. By express, 75 cts. per lb.
Tall Varieties Mixed— This mixture contains all of the choicest and prettiest flowers
of the tall variety, are of quick growth, covering a whole hedge or trellis in a short
time. The brilliant blossoms almost cover the plant from top to bottom. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20 cts.; lb. 70 cts. postpaid. By express, 60 cts. per lb.
Sweet Mignonette.
NICOTIANA — Flowering Tobacco (A).
Sylvestris — A very ornamental plant, having handsome foliage and very fragrant
flowers; it grows 3 to 5 feet, and is desirable for center of beds or planting in shrubbery;
flowers are pure white and star shaped. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 40 cts.
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PANSY (P).
No description is needed of these little favorites, and it would be hard to find a
garden whose charm is not in a large measure dependent upon their marvelous coloring.
D. & B.’s Superb Pansy Mixture — This is a mixture of all the giant flowering varieties,
all the plain colors, faced sorts, ruffled edged and rare sorts, also the varieties exquisitely
striped. The seed is saved from the most famous pansy gardens, from exhibition flowers.
These pansies are wonderfully beautiful in every way and the very best there are. The
small difference in the cost of this seed over the other seed is covered one hundred-fold
in satisfactory results to the grower. Pkt. 25 cts.
Giant Trimardeau Mixed — The largest flowering type of Pansy called the French
strain. The top petals are larger than the three lower ones and are beautifully marked.
The plants are of vigorous, compact growth, with immense, three-blotched flowers.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00.
Finest English Prize Mixed — This mixture is of magnifl'cent varieties, containing
the so-called faced varieties, and is in every respect equal to the higher priced named
Pansies. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 75 cts.; 1/i lb. $2.50.
Large Flowering Mixed Pansy — This seed is saved from very good garden varieties,
the flowers are small in comparison with the fine sorts, but the colors are good. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 60 cts.; 14 lb. $2.00.
PETUNIA (A).
There is no bedding plant of easier culture than the Petunia, and few that make
a gayer appearance when
in full bloom. They are
easily grown and very
popular for bedding.
They thrive best in a
warm, sunny location. Carnation Flowered Poppy.
The shape of the flower
is similar to that of the Morning Glory. Sow the seed thinly where
the plants are to remain, or for early blooming sow in the house
in boxes.
Single Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 cts.; 14 lb. $1.50.
POPPY (A).
Hardly any class of plants afford the same brilliant colorings
and showy display. They are of easy culture, the seed being
sown where they are to remain. Thin the plants 6 to 12 inches
apart.
Orientale — A large gorgeous scarlet blossom; base of petals black.
One of the most striking and showy of the garden perennials.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00.
Shirley — These beautiful Poppies are veiy free-flowering and re-
markably brilliant colors, from pale rose to deep crimson. Many
of the flowers
have crimped or
wavy petals, all
D. & B.’s Superb Pansies. are of fine silky
texture, but of
good substance, and not surpassed by any for cutting. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.;
% lb. 75 cts.
Carnation Flowered — Large, showy, double flowers of magnificent colors.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.
Single Mixed — All the fancy and named single varieties mixed. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.
Double Mixed — All the fancy and named double varieties mixed. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 25 cts.
PORTULACA (A).
Low-Growing or creeping tender annual, six to eight inches high, and bear-
ing glossy, cup-shaped blossoms in very brilliant and gorgeous colors. The
seed germinates slowly and should be started under glass or when the weather
is hot. These flowers love the sunshine and do best on rather dry ground.
Single Mixed — This is an extra fine strain with very large blossoms and
splendid colors. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; % lb. 80 cts.
Choice Double Mixed — From 50 to 60 per cent, of the flowers will come
double. These are especially beautiful and showy. Pkt. 10 cts.; % oz. 75 cts.;
oz. $1.40.
BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME SURROUNDINGS WITH EVERBLOOMING
FLOWERS THEY ARE A SOURCE OF JOY AND PRIDE
TO ALL WHO GROW THEM
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Single Petunia.
Grandiflora Large Flower-
ing Mixed — A great improve-
ment on the common type,
botli heads and florets being
neaily twice as large. Pkt.
10 ets.; oz. 75 cts.; % lb.
$2.50.
PHLOX DRUMMONDII (A)
One of the prettiest and
most popular of garden an-
nuals. Makes very attrac-
tive beds, and continues to
bloom throughout the sum-
mer. Sow in April in open
ground, or can be started
earlier indoors.
Granaiilora Mixed Phlox.
Choice Mixed — This mix-
ture is unexcelled for pro-
fusion of bloom and wide
range of brilliant colors. Pkt. 5 ets.;
oz. CO cts.; % lb. $1.60.
PRIMROSE (A).
Green-house or pot plants, bearing trusses
of large single or double blossoms in bright
colors, as well as soft tints. Sow the seed
in April or May for winter blooming.
Large Flowering Hybrids — The choicest
varieties mixed. Pkt. 20 cts.
PYRETHRUM— Feverfew (A).
Very hardy, with large showy, daisy-like
flowers and fine cut foliage. Very desirable
for beds and borders, also useful for cut
flowers.
Roseum — Rose and crimson. Double mix-
ed. Pkt. 10 ets.
Golden Feather (Aureum) — Dwarf grow-
ing variety with bright yellow flowers.
Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 50 ets.
RICINUS — Castor Oil Plant (A).
Luxuriant rapid-growing annuals with
palm-like leaves. Excellent for background
or centre of beds of foliage plants, the ef-
fect being especially striking after the bril-
liantly colored fruit is formed. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 25 cts.
SALVIA SPLENDENS— Scarlet Sage (A).
A well-known favorite bedding plant
which bears magnificent spikes of scarlet
flowers from Julv to Octobpr. Although
perennial, it blooms the first year from seed,
and there is really no flower that can rival
it in splendid color. Excellent for cutting.
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.25; % lb. $4.00.
Bonfire — One of the finest for bedding,
compact growth, oval bushes 2% feet high
with long spikes of brilliant scarlet flowers;
the spikes stand stiff and erect, over 200 on
a bush is not unusual, and the spikes bear
from 20 to 30 flowers each. Pkt. 15 cts.;
% oz. 65 ets.; oz. $2.00.
Snap Dragon — See Antirrhinum.
SMIL AX (A).
A charming, delicate and graceful indoor
climber, running 6 feet or more and very
useful for decorations. A very desirable
window vine. Pkt. 10 cts.
SWEET WILLIAM (P).
A beautiful class of hardy free-blooming
plants of extreme richness and diversity of
colors. Produces a fine effect in beds or
mixed flower borders.
Single Varieties Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
25 cts.; % lb. 75 cts.
Double Varieties Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz.
65 cts.; % lb. $1.75.
SENSITIVE PLANT— Mimosa (A).
Curious and interesting little plants with
pinkish white flowers. The leaves .close and
droop when touched. Pkt. 5 cts.
SCABIOSA — Mourning Bride or Sweet
Scabious (A).
Have perfectly double flowers, are useful
for cutting, and they are gracefully borne
upon long tender stems well above the foli-
age, and makes a beautiful cut-flower;
height 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts.
SUNFLOWER (A).
Double Dwarf Mixed — A large number of
Double Dwarfed Sunflowers in mixture, con-
taining every shade of yellow. Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
Mammoth Russian — The well known old-
fashioned giant Sunflower. Pkt. 5 cts.
VIOLETS (P).
Although these flowers do best when
grown from cuttings, they grow readily
from seed and produce very fragrant blos-
soms.
Blue — Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00.
White— Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00.
Mixed — Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.00.
VERBENA (P).
These well-known flowers are splendid for
beds or massing. Flowers of most brilliant
colors, blooming from early summer till late
in the fall. Verbenas grown from seed are
always thrifty and do not rust. Sow early
in house, or out of doors in April.
Mammoth Flowered Mixed — This strain
produces blooms Of the largest size and most
brilliant colors. .. Pkt. 10 ets.; oz. $1.00;
i/4 lb. $3.25.
Mixed Colors — The individual flowers are
most perfect and the plants remarkably vig-
orous. A splendid mixture from named sorts,
comprising nice, beautiful colors. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 75 cts.; 14 lb. $2.00.
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WALLFLOWER (P).
This is a fine bedding plant, but it is more
often grown as a pot plant and for this pur-
pose is well adapted. The flowers are very
fragrant and usually of various shades of
yellow, brown and reddish brown. An old-
fashioned flower which is always popular.
Sow early in the year in boxes and trans-
plant.
Single Mixed Colors — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 35
cts.; 14 lb. $1.00.
Double Mixed Colors — Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $2.
STOCKS, DWARF GERMAN— Ten Weeks
(A). Uesirable for bedding or pot culture.
They bear an immense quantity of fragrant
blooms, each plant forming a perfect bou-
quet, and are splendid for cutting. Pkt.
5 cts.; oz. 75 cts.
ZINNIA (A).
For gorgeous summer and fall display the
Zinnia is unsurpassed, the flowers are per-
fectly double, resembling Dahlias, and al-
most every shade of color. For bedding and
massing they are particularly suitable.
Tall Double Mixed Colors — Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 30 cts.; 14 lb. $1.00.
Dwarf Double Mixed Colors — Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 35 c-ts.; 14 lb. $1.00.
Salvia Splendens (Scarlet Sage)
General List of Vines or
Climbers
THE PRICES QUOTED ON ALL OF
THE CLIMBERS ON THIS PAGE
ARE POSTPAID
This List Comprises Varieties Which Attain Perfection the First)
the Majority Can Be Sown
Season. A Few of Them Require Starting in the House, but
Where They Are to Grow.
AMPELOPSIS
VEITCHII
Boston Ivy (P)
The popular
Ivy which cov-
ers so many
build ings. It
clings to brick
and wood with-
out support. It
is a rapid grow-
er, with beauti-
ful star-shaped
foliage of light
and dark green,
changing with
the seasons.
Pkt. 5 cts.
BALSAM
APPLE (A)
There is little
difference b e -
tween this and
the Balsam
Pear, except in
the shape of the
fruit. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 25 cts.
BALSAM PEAR (A).
A very desirable climber, bearing large, prickly, pear-shaped
yellow fruit, the flesh of which when kept in whiskey or alcohol
is said to make a most effective pain-killer and healer of cuts,
bruises, etc. Height, 10 feet. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 25 cts.
BALLOON VINE— Love-in-a-Puff (A).
A rapidly-growing climber of attractive foliage, and remarkable
for the inflated membranous capsule seed pod from which the
name Balloon Vine is derived. This peculiarity also suggests its
other name of “Love-in-a-Puff.” The flower is white and incon-
spicuous. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
CLEMATIS HYBRIDA— Large Flowering Mixed (A).
A beautiful climber with many colored flowers. Soak the seed
for 24 hours or more before sowing them. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. $1.25.
CYPRESS VINE (A).
A tender, climbing annual, with soft fern-like foliage and small
star-like flowers in red and pink or white which contrast most
effectively with the graceful foliage. Height about 15 feet.
Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; yA lb. 70 cts.
COBEA SCANDENS (A).
This is one of the best climbers of rapid growth, with fine
foliage and large bell-shaped flowers of a beautiful violet hue.
Pkt, 10 cts.; oz. 70 cts.
DOLICHOS or HYACINTH BEAN (A).
A tender, climbing annual. Grows rapidly and is splendid for
covering a trellis. Flowers in purple, or white; are borne on long
stems, the individual blossoms resembling the bean flower, and
the ornamental pods resemble bean pods. Sow seed in open
ground late in April. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.
HUMULUS JAPONICUS— Japanese Hop Vine (A).
A rapid growing, hardy climbing annual with dense, bright green
foliage. Will grow 20 to 30 feet high in a season, and is very
valuable for covering a trellis or unsightly objects and for shading
verandas. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 40 cts.
MOON FLOWER or EVENING GLORY (A).
Beautiful rapid climbers, bearing large white flowers, 4 to 6
inches in diameter, which open in the evening and on cloudy days.
Start the seed in the house and transplant when the weather is
warm. Before planting it is best to file a small hole in one end
through the outer hull and soak for thirty-six hours in warm
GOURDS (A).
Climbers of rapid growth, which are well fitted for covering
fences, arbors, stumps, etc. The vines are of easy culture and
make a rapid growth. The foliage is quite pretty and the fruits
are very interesting in their various shapes. Grows from 10
to 20 feet high.
Dutchman’s Pipe, or Calabash — Has odd shaped fruit which is
used to advantage in making pipes. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.;
l/4 lb. 50 cts.
Nsst Egg — In size, color and shape like a hen’s egg. Vines
make good screens. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
Dipper — The handles grow curved if on ground; straight if
vines run on a frame. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 60 cts.
Sugar Trough — This grows very large and thick with hard
shells, sometimes holding from 3 to 5 gallons. They are light
but durable. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
Hercules Club — A large, long Gourd; resembles a baseball bat
or club, hence its name. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
Orange-Shaped, P ar-Shaped, and Apple-Shaped — Pkt. 5 cts.;
oz. 20 cts.; % lb. 60 cts.
Ornamental Mixed — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 60 cts.
MORNING GLORY (A).
No climber is more popular than is the Morning Glory for
covering trellis or unsightly back fences. They grow 15 feet high
and bear very abundantly brilliant flowers of various colors.
Soak the seed for two hours in warm water to hasten the germina-
tion. Of easy culture.
Mixed Varieties — Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 30 cts.
Imperial Japanese Morning Glory — These are much the hand-
somest flowers in Morning Glories, of gigantic size and in colors
ranging from snow white to carmine, through every shade of blue
and purple to nearly black, also marble, striped and splashed
sorts. The vine is not quite so vigorous a climber as the old-
fashioned Morning Glory. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; y4 lb. 60 cts.
water to hasten germination. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 75 cts.; % lb. $2.00.
VELVET BEAN (A).
A quick-growing vine with beautiful large green leaves, and
large clusters of puiple flowers and makes a dense foliage. This
is probably the
feet in a season,
excel lent for
covering old
fences, trellises,
etc. Large pkt.
10 cts.
WILD
CUCUMBER
VINE (A)
Very rapid-
growing and
free - flowering.
The vines at-
tain a great
height; they be-
gin to bloom
early and by
midsummer are
covered with
large sprays or
p a n n i c les of
small white
flowers. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 25 cts.
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SweetfPeas
These beautiful and fragrant flowers are becoming more popular each year, and should be grown in every vegetable and flower
garden. They are hardy and easy to grow, and bloom profusely for many weeks if properly cultivated.
Sow in the spring as early as the ground can be worked, in grow about 4 feet high. For very early blossoms sow in Septe
rows 3 feet apart, and to get the best result stake them, as theymber or October and cover with little during the winter.
D. & B.’s Spencer Mixture — A race
or type of sweet peas with extra large
flowers, fully douole the size of the
older forms under good cultivation.
The Spencers have very long stems,
and wavy and fluted-edged petals,
which with their rich coloring give
an almost orchiu-like appearance. The
Spencer type will not stand careless
cultivation, but if you give them care-
ful cultivation they will fully repay
you for the extra trouble by their
exceptional size and beauty. This is
a splendid, well-blended mixture of all
true Spencer types only. All colors,
mixed, pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; %
lb. 50 cts.; lb. $1.75 postpaid. By ex-
press, $1.65 per lb.
D. & B.’s Superb Mixture. — This
is the best possible mixture that can
be made, combining carefully consid-
ered proportions. It comprises all of
the finest new and large flowering
named varieties of every shade and
color from pure white to dark ma-
roon. Each is the very choicest of
its class, grown separately and mixed
by ourselves. It is the finest mixture
possible and cannot be surpassed at
any price. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;
% lb. 30 cts.; lb. $1.00 postpaid. By
express, 90 cts. per lb.
Spencer Sweet Pea.
Perfectly Pure White Spencer — Best large
White Spencer Sweet Pea. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c;
141b. 60c; lb. $2.25 postpaid. By express $2.15.
Named Sweet Peas in Separate Colors —
We offer the following, all of which are
selected from the finest named varieties,
and the choicest of its kind. Each variety,
pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; % lb- 25 cts.; lb.
90 cts. postpaid. By express, 80 cts. per lb.
America — Bright red and white striped.
Blanch Burpee — A very large beautiful
snow white.
Blanche Berry — Rose and white.
Dorothy Eckford — Large shell-shaped pure
white.
Emily Henderson — An early free bloom-
ing, white.
Flora Norton — Bright blue.
King Edward VII — Bright red.
Lady Grisel Hamilton — A beautiful pale
lavender.
Lovely — Deep pink, shaded; to light pink.
Navy Blue — Indigo blue and violet.
Prima Donna — A most beautiful pure pink.
Othello — Very dark maroon.
Aurora — Orange, rose and white.
Mrs. Collier — Rich primrose.
Choice Mixed — Good mixture of standard
sorts; will afford splendid variety of blooms
and a wide range of assorted colors. Pkt.
5c; oz. 8e; % lb. 25c; lb. 70c postpaid.
Bulbs
Canna Roots
A very large and handsome foliage plant, growing from 4
to 6 feet tall, with large clusters of beautiful flowers. All
varieties by mail, 15 cts. each; $1.25 doz. postpaid. By ex-
press, 10 cts. each; $1.00 doz.
KING HUMBERT — A bronze Canna with an orange scarlet
flower streaked with crimson, height 5 feet.
CHARLES HENDERSON — Has a green foliage, and the flowers
are deep crimson, height 4 feet.
VENUS — Green foliage with a pink flower, height 4 feet.
KATE F. DEEMER — Has rich green foliage, grows from 4 to
5 feet high, large flowers which open a rich oriole yellow, which
gradually becomes turkey red in the center and throat, and outer
edges becoming creamy white.
Elephant’s Ear Plant.
mail 8 cts.; dozen 25 cts.; by mail 35 cts.
CALADIUM BULBS (Elephant’s
Ear) — This is one of the finest and
most satisfactory foliage plants
grown. It is a very ornamental plant
and is most attractive when planted
in lawns. They should be well fer-
tilized and watered freely, and the
leaves will grow to an immense size.
Mammoth Bulbs — By mail 25 cts.
each postpaid. By express 15 cts.
each; $1.50 doz.
Medium Size Bulbs — By mail 20
cts. each postpaid. By express
$1.00 dozen.
MADEIRA VINE ROOTS — This
vine will grow 20 feet or more in a
season, making a beautiful screen
and thick shade. 5 cts. each; by
Pearl Tuberose.
DAHLIA ROOTS. — We furnish these
separate or in mixed colors, as may be
desired. Separate colors. By mail 20
cts. each; $1.75 doz. postpaid. By ex-
press, 15 cts. each; $1.50 doz.
Mixed Colors — By mail $1.25 doz. post-
paid. By express, $1.00 doz.
EXCELSIOR PEARL TUBEROSE.—
This is decidedly the best Tuberose; pro-
duces a close spike of fine double flowers.
Plant in rich soil, 6 inches apart and
give them plenty of water.
Mammoth Bulbs — By mail 2 for 10
cts.; 30 cts. per doz. postpaid. By ex-
press 25 cts. per doz;
We will issue in September, a spe-
cial list of Hyacinths, Tulips, Nar-
cissus, and all other Bulbs for autumn
planting which blossom in the winter
an 3 early spring. If you grow Flow-
ers, ask for it.
B 1
WILD FLOWER GARDEN MIXTURE
| This mixture is not really made up of wild flowers, but is a combi-
nation of a great many free-blooming, hardy flowers, listed in this
catalogue, which can be offered at a much less price than when sold in
separate packages. Those who cannot give the constant care necessary
for finely-arranged flower beds will find the “Wild Flower Garden” a
delightful substitute, with its constant and ever-varying bloom. Such
a flower bed is a continual surprise and pleasure, as new varieties
and the old garden favorites flower successively throughout the seasorn
Thin out where plants are crowded and keep clean of weeds. Pkt. 5
cts.; oz. 15 cts.; *4 lb. 50 cts.
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TESTED SEEDS.
Pla net Jr GardenTools
Space will not permit our showing and describing all of the “PLANET JR.” Tools, but we will send a fully illustrated
catalog free for the asking to any who desire it, and we can supply promptly anything ordered. “PLANET JR.” goods are stand-
ard machines, the best on the market. In sending your order to us you can rely on getting bottom prices.
No. 4 Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder,
Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow.
Price complete, $12.75.
Weight, 50 lbs.
As a Seeder only, $10.25.
Holds 2% quarts of Seed.
Plants in hills 4, 6, 8, 12
or 24 inches apart.
For use as a cultivator,
the drill parts are removed
and the tool frame substi-
tuted by changing but one
bolt; it is then a perfect
single wheel hoe, with a va-
riety of tools, and a rapid change frame, with side extension for
hoeing both sides of a row at one passage.
No. 12 Double Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow.
Price, $8.25.
Weight, 33 lbs.
This tool has one pair
plows, one pair hoes, four
cultivator teeth, and a pair
of leaf lifters. Steel frames
and 14-inch steel wheels.
The attachments sold with
No. 12 are w'hat gardeners
use most, and the others can
be added as wanted.
Two acres a day can easily
be worked with this imple-
ment, and when it is done, it will be a better job than several
men could have done in the same time with hand hoes.
No. 16 Planet Jr. Single Wheel Hoe.
Price, $6.75.
Weight, 26 lbs.
The handles are adjusta-
ble in height. The frame is
steel, convenient and strong
with quick change device by
which to exchange the tools
without removing the nuts.
The wheel is steel, 15 inches
high.
You can do more and better hoeing with it in one d^y than
you can do in three days with a hand hoe. No. 17 Planet Jr.
Single Wheel Hoe is the No. 16 less the Rakes and Leaf Lifter.
It has a pair of 6-inch hoes, a plow and a set of cultivator teeth,
an outfit sufficient for most garden work. Price, $5.75.
No. 33 Planet Jr. Single Wheel Hoe.
Price, $3.50.
Weight, 24 . lbs.
The whole combination
will delight the suburban-
ite or equally the growing
boy who knows that a cer-
tain amount of garden
work is to be part of his
service. Women, younger
or older, will find in this tool a light running wheel hoe that
will save them hard work and help much to supply the table
with fine vegetabes.
GEM SEED POTATO CUTTER
Fire-Fly Garden Plow.
Price, $2.50.
Packed weight, 14 lbs.
This tool is exceedingly useful
to owners of small gardens. It
will throw a furrow four to six
inches wide and one to three inches
deep and deeper by going twice.
Furrows for manure or seeds can
be opened and covered. In culti-
vating, plow away, weed the row
and plow back again. This tool will enable a busy man to do
in his spare minutes nearly all of the work of a family garden.
Chicken raisers find it of great advantage in plowing up their
scratching yards.
No. 31 Planet Jr. Combined Drill Seeder and
Wheel Hoe.
Price complete, $8.00.
Weight, 30 lbs.
No. 31 Planet Jr. is a
new combined tool of great
value to thousands of gar-
deners who have never felt
able to own, either a seed
drill or a wheel hoe. It is
thoroughly well-made and
offered at a price that
makes it pay the smallest
gardener. It will sow even
a small packet of any garden seed any thickness desired with the
greatest precision from % to 2 inches deep, in a narrow’ row.
The construction of this Potato Cutter is very simple, and is
built for accuracy as well as convenience. It is strong and
durable. The knives are of good quality steel and are fitted
to grooves in the frame, making them easy to remove if neces-
sary. It will cut any size potato in pieces, thereby assuring
more accurate planting when power planting is used. From
6 to 8 bushels can be cut by it in an hour. The time and
labor saved will more than pay for it the first time it is used,
and it will fill a long felt want with potato growers. Pamphlet
on request. Price, $2.25. Mailing weight, 8 lbs.
19 — ■
If you are a farmer, trucker, orchardist, or suburbanite with
a kitchen-garden, there is a PLANET JR. made for your
special need. You cannot afford to work without a Planet Jr.
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D. & B.’s Grass Mixtures
It has long been an established fact that Grass Seed sowed in mixture makes a far better yield of hay and also a better pasture
than when one variety is sowed alone. We have made a study of Grass Mixtures and in offering the following we have the ideal mix-
tures for the purposes for which they are recommended. Only the highest grade of seed are used and they are thoroughly mixed in the
proper proportions to get the best results. In the Hay mixtures we use only the Grasses which have proven the best to sow together
ana which mature and ripen together, which is, of course' necessaiy to get the best crops. We have, most flattering testimonials from
many of our customers telling us of their enormous yields and splendid results they have h?d from seeding our mixtures. We recom-
mend these mixtures with entire confidence, and we feel sure that they cannot be improved upon, but should any of our customers
prefer different mixtures, we will be glad to mix the seeds in any proportion they may wish. These prices subject to market changes.
D. & B.’s Grass Mixture — No 1 For Hay or Pasture.
Recommended for light or loamy upland, for either hay crop
or grazing purposes.
Composed of
Orchard Grass. Tall Meadow Oat Grass.
Perennial Rye Grass. Red Clover.
Alfalfa.
These Grasses mature and ripen together, making a splendid
hay. Sow 30 to 35 lbs. to the acre. Price, per lb. 19 cts.; 10 lbs.
at 18 cts. lb.; 100 lbs. $17.00.
D. &. B.’s Grass Mixture— No. 2 For Pasture.
Recommended for light or loamy upland.
Composed of
Orchard Grass. Perennial Rye Grass.
Canada Blue Grass. White Dutch Clover.
Tall Meadow Oat Grass. Herds Grass.
Red Clover. Alfalfa.
Sow 30 to 35 lbs. to the acre. Price, per lb. 19 cts.; 10 lbs. at
18 cts. lb.; 100 lbs. $17.00.
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Onslow Co., N. C., Sept. 13, 1915.
I bought from you some of your D. & B.’s No. 2 Grass Mixture last
September and 1 fed 26 hogs and one cow throughout the winter and
summer on 1 acre and kept them in good shape. It is nice and fair to
serve next winter. Yours respectfully,
C. C. BASDEN.
D. & B.’s Grass Mixture — No. 3 For Hay.
Recommended for stiff, heavy or low lands.
Composed of
Timothy. Mammoth Clover.
Herds Grass. Alsike Clover.
Meadow Fescue.
These Grasses mature and ripen together.
Sow 20 lbs. to the acre.
Price, per lb. 16 cts.; 10 lbs. at 15 cts. lb.; 100 lbs. $14.00.
D. & B.’s Grass Mixture — No. 4 For Pasture.
Recommended for stiff, heavy or low lands.
Composed of
Kentucky Blue Grass. Herds Grass.
Alsike Clover. White Dutch Clover.
Meadow Fescue.
Sow 30 to 35 lbs. to the acre.
Price, per lb. 18 cts.; 10 lbs. at 17 cts. lb.; 100 lbs. $16.00.
Powhatan Co., Va., March 10, 1915.
I purchased from you last fall 400 lbs. of your D. & B.’s No. 1
Grass Mixture, and my field of 20 acres is looking fine.
Yours truly,
N. B. HENING.
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Diggs & Beadles K
Clovers
Harvesting Alfalfa.
MAMMOTH or SAPLING CLOVER — Very much like the com-
mon Red Clover, but grows larger, of heavier growth and about
2 weeks later in maturing. Especially recommended for thin
soils. Sow 12 to 15 pounds to the acre. Present price D. & B.’s
Best, 23 cts. lb.; 10 lbs. at 22 cts.; bushel about $12.40.
CRIMSON or GERMAN CLOVER — Makes excellent green fol-
iage, or if cut when in bloom will make good hay. Especially
valuable for improving the soil, making a quick, heavy and very
valuable crop for plowing under. May be sown to advantage
among corn, cotton and tobacco at the last cultivation, and will
afford a dense mat for turning under in spring. Sow 25 to 30
pounds to the acre from July to November. Present price —
D. & B.’s Best — per lb. 15 cts.; 10 lbs. at 14 cts.; bus. about $8.25.
, WHITE BLOOMING CRIMSON CLOVER— Similar to Crimson
.Clover, except it has a white blossom instead of a crimson, and
grows larger and is from 2 to 3 weeks later in maturing. Present
price — D. & B.'s Best, 16 cts.; 10 lbs. at 15 cts.; bus. about $12.00.
i ALSIKE CLOVER — This is probably the best variety to sow
with other grasses for a good mixed hay. On stiff, moist soil,
makes pasture, but is chiefly valuable for hay. Stands cold well,
on either wet or dry soils. Largely sown for bees. Sow 12 to 15
pounds to the acre. Present price — D. & B.’s Best, 22 cts. 11). ;
10 lbs. at 21 cts.; bushel about $12.00.
WHITE DUTCH CLOVER — Thrives in any soil or climate, and
being of low, creeping growth, is especially valuable for pastures
and lawns. Present price — D. & B.’s Best, per lb. 50 cts.; 10 lbs.
at 45 cts. lb.; price in large quantity quoted on request.
WHITE BOKHARA, or SWEET CLOVER— This is a good
clover to sow on poor or thin land as an improver and to prevent
washing. It is very hardy and stands heat and drought remark-
ably well. It makes good grazing while young and also makes
gooa quality hay if cut before it blossoms, but if allowed to
grow tall or blossom it gets hard and woody. Is a good crop to
sow to inoculate soil to be followed with alfalfa; is rlso valuable
for bees; we would recommend a trial of this Cover on poor soil.
Sow about 15 pounds to the acre. Present price, Fancy Recleaned
Seed, 22 cts. lb.; 10 lbs. at 20 cts.; 100 lbs. $18.00.
BURR CLOVER — When seeded in the summer or early fall this
Clover will make a valuable grazing crop from November until
June. It reseeds itself and improves in growth eac-h succeeding
year. Is also a valuable soil improver. Sow 15 to 20 pounds to
the acre. Present price Recleaned Seed, per lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs.
at 18 cts.; 100 lbs. $16.00.
JAPAN CLOVER — This is grown very extensively in the South
and uoes well on either rich or poor soils; on poor land it has
a creeping growth, but on good land it grows in a bush form
making a vigorous growth, 12 to 18 inches high. It should be
seeded broadcast about 20 lbs. to the acre, it makes good grazing
and is also recommended for turning under to enrich the soil.
In the far South it is also grown for hay, but in this section
is mostly grown on old, worn out, poor lands for grazing, or
improving the soil. The roots penetrate deeply and it, therefore,
resists drought remarkably well and prevents washing on hill
sides. Price per lb. 35 cts. postpaid; 10 lbs. at 22 cts. per lb.
Large quantities quoted on request.
Red Clover.
RED CLOVER — This is the common Red Clover so popup r
and well known everywhere — the farmer’s friend, the soil restorer,
the bountiful feed plant. Can De sown in the Spring from
February 15th to April 1st; also from July 1st to October 1st,
and will be ready for mowing the following spring. Sow 12
to 15 pounds to the acre. Present price D. & B.’s Best, per lb.
22 cts.; 10 lbs. at 21 cts.; bushel about $12.00.
ALFALFA is probably the
most talked of, the most
widely grown and the most
profitable of all varieties of
Clover grown in the South.
It will produce from 5 to
7 tons of Hav to the acre
each year, and it can be cut
4, and with favorable weath-
er conditions, 5 or more
times a year, and it does not
exhaust the soil; its long
roots penetrate 15 to 20 feet
in the ground, and it there-
fore successfully resists
droughts and gets moisture
from this depth during
dry spells, whereas any
other crops would be a fail-
ure. Although Fall sowing is preferable, good results can be
obtained from Spring sowing. It should be seeded on high
and rather dry land, as it does not succed as well on wet
grounds. It should be seeded at the rate of about 20 to 25 lbs.
to the acre broadcast. The soil should be thoroughly prepared
and a plenty of lime applied and if your land hcs never had
Alfalfa grown on it before, be sure and inoculate the seed with
Nitrogen gathering Bacteria, for without inoculation your suc-
cess is exceedingly doubtful. The Alfalfa Bacteria, which are
necessary, we offer for $1.50 per acre bottle; 5 acre bottle $5.00.
See Farm-o-Germ listed on page 48 Alfalfa is adapted to
almost the entire South, and is said to have the highest feeding
value of any other Hay. Do not risk your crop of Alfalfa by
sowing cheap or inferior seed. Our Alfalfa is the highest grade
» seed we can obtain, both in Purity and Germination. Price
fluctuates. Present price — D. & B.’s Best, per lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs.
at 18 cts.; bushel, about $10.00.
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Grasses
The prices of all Field Seeds are constantly fluctuating, therefore we do not quote prices on these articles in quantity
in our catalogue but we will cheerfully quote Arm prices and mail samples at any time on request. 2% bushel Cotton Sacks
to hold Cloveis, timothy and Herds Grass and all fine seeds, will be charged for extra at cost, 25 cts. each.
Kentucky Blue
Grass.
ORCHARD GRASS — This is one of the
most reliable grasses for hay or pasture in
this section, making quick, vigorous and
continuous growth from early spring to
winter. Sow’ 30 lbs. to the acre in spring
or fall, and in any soil; loamy upland is
best. It is excellent to mix with other
grasses. Price fluctuates. Present price —
D. & B.’s Best, lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs. at 19 cts.
lb.; bus. $2.60.
TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS— A most
valuable grass for the South, as it stands
heat and drought well and flourishes on dry,
light soils. Splendid for pastures and for
hay; may be cut twice in a season. Sow
30 lbs. to the acre. Price fluctuates. Pres-
ent price— D. & B.’s Best, lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs.
at Ilf cts. lb.; bus. $2.00.
TIMOTHY — Very nutritious, and salable
. . . f°r hay, but not so good for pasture, as
it is injured by close cutting or grazing. Thrives best on heavy
soils, especially if moist, and should not be sown on light, dry
land., Good results are obtained if mixed with Red Top or
Herd s Grass, Sapling Clover, Alsike or some grass maturing at
the same time. Sow 15 pounds to the acre. Price fluctuates
Present price— D. & B.’s Best, lb. 10 cts.; 10 lbs. at 8 cts.;
bus. $2.90.
HERD’S GRASS or RED TOP — This excellent pasture and hay
grass does well on any soil. But, perhaps, thrives better on
moist, heavy soils than on light. It spreads and thickens from
year to year, and will gradually supplant other grasses. Matures
at the same time as Timothy with which it makes a good mix-
ture. Sow 10 to 12 pounds of fancy clean seed to the acre.
Price fluctuates. Present price— D. & B.’s Best, fancy recleaned
14 cts. per lb.; 10 lbs. at 13 cts.; 100 lbs. $12.00. Unhulled
seed, 12 cts. per lb.; 10 lbs. at 11 cts.; 100 lbs. $10.00.
CANADA BLUE GRASS — Similar to the Kentucky Blue
Grass, and is recommended by author-
ities on grasses for our Southern soils,
as it is very hardy and resists drought.
We especially recommend its use in
mixtures for lawns and pastures.
Present price — Per lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs.
at 18 cts.; bus. $2.00.
MEADOW FESCUE — - Remains
green all winter, making fine, nutri-
tious pasture, and also yields well
as hay crop. Largely used for graz-
ing. Sow about 30 pounds to the
acre. Price fluctuates. Present price,
per lb. 15 cts.; 10 lbs. at 14 cts.;
bus. $1.90.
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS— Good
for hay and pasture, if sown on strong
moist soil, but does not stand drought
well. It grows rapidly and matures
very early, and lasts several years.
Sow 30 pounds to the acre. Price
fluctuates. Present price — per lb. 11
Tall Meadow Oat Grass, cts.; 10 lbs. at 10 cts.; bus. $1.30.
CHARLOTTE CO., VA., Feb. 7, 1916.
The Clover I bought of you, both Sapling and Crimson, is as fine
as I ever saw. I want more Seed later on, and expect to use
your seed.
N L. CRYMES.
ITALIAN RYE GRAS S — Larger and
stronger than Perennial Rye Grass; has
large, broad, glossy green blades. Thrives
best on moist, fertile soils, furnishing three
or four cuttings a year. Sow’ about 40
pounds to the acre. Price fluctuates. Pres-
ent price — per lb. 11 cts.; 10 lbs. at 10 cts.;
bus. $1.30.
BERMUDA GRASS — A valuable grass for
permanent sod, and especially recommended
for dams and terraces, as it has long, tough
roots and of a matty growth; prevents land
washing; would not advise sowing on land
which is to be planted in other crops, as
it is very tenacious in habit and very hard
to eradicate after it once gets a hold. It
is very similar to our Virginia Wire Grass.
Sow in March or April, 3 to 5 pounds to
the acre, in well-prepared soil. Per lb.
45 cts.; 10 lbs. at 40 cts. per lb.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS— This grass
succeeds best on limestone soil, but does well
on any stiff soil. Stands cold, but does not
do well in extreme heat. Grows slowly at
first, making a thick, compact turf. First
class for lawns or pasture. Succeeds better,
however, when mixed with other grasses.
Sow either in the fall or spring. 35 lbs. to
the acre. Price fluctuates. Present price —
D. & B.’s Best, per lb. 20 cts.; 10 lbs. at 17 cts.; bushel, $2.00.
Orchard Grass.
Red Top, or Herds Grass.
HEWLETT, VA., Jan. 8, 1917.
What Seed I have ordered from you in the past have been all
and even more than you claimed for them.
REV. JAS. D. GWALTNEY.
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RICHMOND, VA.
Diggs & Beadles
D. & B.’s Thoroughbred Seed Corns
All of our Field Corns are raised in Virginia, selected and grown under contract especially for seed purposes. The seed is
saved only from the largest and best ears, and the ends of the ears are cut off before shelling, which leaves only the largest
and best grains, which are used for seed.
Owing to the great care we exercise in growing and selecting our Seed Corns and the superiority of our strains, the demand
for our Corns has increased marvelously. Not only is our farmers’ trade increasing, but we sell our corns in large quantities to
many seedsmen in other States.
BOONE COUNTY WHITE. — A large eared variety of white
corn. It has deep, soft and very white grains; it is a vigorous
grower and has become very popular and has probably taken
more premiums than any other variety of corn for the last few
years. Being a soft corn it is excellent for stock feeding, but
is more liable to rot on the stalks in a bad, wet season than
harder varieties. Our seed is grown from premium stock.
Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.); peck 75 cts.; bushel $2.00; 5 bus.
at $1.90 per bushel.
Selected ears on cob, per bu. of 70 lbs. $2.60.
CASEY’S THOROUGHBRED. — A large eared pure white Corn
with a moderately deep grain. It is very attractive in appear-
ance, and is early to mature, and while it is not, strictly speaking,
a prolific Corn, it yields heavily. It somewhat resembles the
well known Boone County White, but is considered by Corn
experts a better variety, as it does not spoil easily in wet
weather, which is a decided advantage over the Boone County
White. Qt. 15 cts. (postpaid 25 cts.); pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.00;
5 bus. at $1.90 per bus.
Selected ears on the cob, per bu of 70 lbs. $2.50.
Thompson’s
Prolific.
COCKE’S PROLIFIC. — A very valuable white variety, making
enormous yields on rich land. Especially adapted to river bot-
toms or lands subject to overflow. On account of its flintiness it
can be shocked and harvested early and will not rot in the shock;
grains white and flinty; superior for meal and hominy. Qt. 20 cts.
(postpaid 30 cts.); pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.10; 5 bus. at $2.00 per bu.
D. & B.’S VIRGINIA STATE WHITE DENT.— Several years
o f careful breeding and selecting has developed this beautiful
strain of large White Corn. It is a great improvement over the
old White Dent. It is very hardy, uniform in size and produc-
tive. Is pure white, large ear, medium size cob, fills out well at
both ends. Qt. 15 cts. (postpaid 25 cts.); pk. 60 cts.; bu. $1.90;
5 bus. at $1.85 bu.
Selected ears on cob, per bu. of 70 lbs. $2.50.
THOMPSON’S PROLIFIC. — This is a moderately early, pure
white prolific corn, average 2 ears to the stalk, shoots low to
the ground, stalk of medium height, has a prettily shaped ear
of medium size, grains are a good size and somewhat harder than
the Dent variety, and makes excellent meal. This Corn has
become very popular, and we especially recommend it as the
best prolific corn for medium land. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.);
pk. 65 cts.; bu. $2.00; 5 bus. at $1.90 bu.
Selected ears on the cob, bu. of 70 lbs. $2.50.
D. & B.’s Virginia State White Dent.
Eureka Ensilage.
EUREKA ENSILAGE. — This variety is bred from the Cocke’s
Prolific. The ears are much larger and longer, but not as many
to the stalk. The ears run from 9 to 12 inches long. It is a
rather hard, pure white variety, and makes excellent meal. Is
especially adapted to rich low grounds, and is one of the most
valuable ensilage varieties. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.) ;
pk. 60 cts.; bu. $1.90; 5 bus. at $1.85 per bu.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO., VA., May 15, 1916.
Your shipment of Virginia Ensilage and Boone County White Corn
came promptly and is certainly fine seed.
Very truly yours, JOHN N. HOUSE.
CORNS — Continued
D. 6l ii.'s improved Golden Dent.
SOUTHERN SNOWFLAKE. — A quick growing variety with
very large ears. The grains are pure white and rather soft. It is
especially recommended for roasting ears, but is also good for
stock feeding, but has a tendency to spoil in unfavorable seasons
when curing. To customers wishing a large eared Corn for
roasting ears we would recommend "this variety. Qt. 20 cts.
(postpaid 30 cts.); pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.25; dozen ears, 60 cts.
HICKORY KING. — An early field variety. Has medium size
ears, very large grains and very small cob. The ears have eight
rows of Corn on the cob. It is not a very large growth, but has
from 2 to 3 ears to the stalk on good land, and can be planted
closer together than large varieties. It yields more shelled
Corn per barrel on the cob than any variety known. Is espe-
cially recommended for medium, high land, and makes splendid
meal. Qt. 15 cts. (postpaid 25 cts.); pk. 75 cts.; bu. $2.00;
5 bus. at $1.90 per bu.
WHITE GOURD SEED, or HORSE TOOTH.— A very deep grain
corn, with large ears and small cob. One of the most popular
Corns for medium or light land. Qt. 15 cts. (postpaid 25 cts.) ;
pk. 60 cts.; bu. $1.80; 5 bus rt $1.75 per bu.
VIRGINIA ENSILAGE. — A large white corn with abundance
of foliage which is used extensively for ensilage and fodder;
also makes good yield of corn. Qt. 15 cts. (postpaid 25 cts.);
pk. 60 cts.; bu. $1.75; 5 bus. at $1.65 per bu.
TRUCKER’S FAVORITE.— While this is listed with the garden
corns, it is also used extensively as a field corn, .as it is earlier
in maturing than field corns, and for this reason can be planted
later than most field corns to mature before frost. Qt. 20 cts.
(postpaid 30 cts.); pk. 90 cts.; bu. $3.25.
D. & B.’S IMPROVED GOLDEN DENT.— We have been care-
fully growing and selecting this corn for several years until
now we have in it the most prolific and hapdy yellow corn to
be had for the South. It is not a flint variety, but being a
moderately hard corn does not rot in the fields as does many
varieties of yellow corn. It is exceptionally early, maturing in
about 90 days. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.); pk. 65 cts.;
bu. $2.00; 5 bus. at $1.90 per bu.
Selected ears on the cob, per bu. of 70 lbs. $2.50.
CULPEPER CO., VA., Nov. 12, 1916.
The Eureka Corn you shipped me this year was planted on the
Public Road between Culpeper and Madison C. H., Va. The growth
of this corn caused much inquiry as to what kind it was. I have
been told by a large number of good farmers that it is the best
Corn they ever saw.
Yours truly, C. S. JONES.
FIELD OR COW PEAS
PRICES OF COW PEAS ARE CONSTANTLY CHANGING.
Cow Peas.
This is one of the best crops that can
be grown for enriching the soil; even if
the entire crop of vines are cut off and
removed, the roots, by their ability to
add nutritious qualities to the soil, im-
proving the poorest land and enriching
the richest. It is also a splendid forage
and field crop, produicng a heavy growth
of excellent feed. All of our Cow Peas
are thoroughly recleaned and put up in
even weight, good sacks, all hulls, sticks,
cracked and broken peas are taken out,
and they should not be compared with
peas commonly offered just as they come
from the farmers hands, which are rarely
ever recleaned and in very poor sacks.
On account of the short crop of Cow
Peas last season, the market prices are
unsettled at the time this Catalogue goes
to press.
TAYLOR, or LARGE GREY WHIP-
POORWILL.— A large speckled pea with
long pods, and makes a heavy yield of
shelled pea3. It matures early, and grows
upright, also makes a large growth of
vines. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.;
pk. 85 cts.; bushel, about $3.00.
BLACK. — This is the popular variety
for forage and for turning under. Very
prolific, quick grower, rich and nutritious.
Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.) ; pk. 80 cts.;
bushel, about $2.90.
WRITE US FOR PRICES WHEN READY TO BUY.
IRON.— We consider this pea probably the best variety to plant
for a hay crop or forage. It also yields abundantly of peas.
In some sections of the South it is sown almost exclusively. The
seed of this variety is much smaller than other oow peas, con-
sequently it does not take as many to seed an acre. Qt. 25 cts.
(postpaid 35 cts.); pk. 85 cts.; bushel, about $3.00.
NEW ERA. — An extra early cow pea. Makes a very heavy-
growth of vine and is very prolific of peas, which are speckled
and very small, and on this account it does not require near as
many seed to an acre. One bushel or even less is sufficient.
Qt. 25 cts. (postpaid 35 cts.); pk. 90 cts.; bushel, about $3.25.
WONDERFUL, or UNKNOWN. — Of late maturity, but produces
a very large, heavy yield of vines and bountiful supply of peas.
Pie nt in May or June. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.); pk. 85 cts.;
bushel, about $3.00.
WHIPPOORWILL. — Very early, brown speckled peas; vines
grow in bunches instead of runners. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.);
pk. 85 cts.; bushel, about $3.00.
CLAY.— Resembles the Black Pea in growth, but not as early.
Heavy vines; prolific yielder of peas. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.);
pk. 80 cts.; bushel, about $2.90.
MIXED COW PEAS. — We offer a choice mixture of the prin-
cipal varieties, which some farmers think produces a thicker and
better crop than any single variety. Pk. 75 cts.; bus., about $2.7o.
COW PEAS MIXED WITH SOJA BEANS.— The advantage of
sowing Cow Peas with Soja Beans for hay is that the strong,
stiff stalks of the Beans hold up the peas so that they can be
cut better, and they cure better and make better and more hay
than peas grown alone. Price, about $2.60 per bushel.
One oi otir customers, who has been purchasing Cow Peas from
us in considerable quantities for several years writes us as follows:
MASON CO., W. VA., March 27, 1916.
Your shipment of Cow Peas and Soja Beans were received all
right and I was very much pleased with the condition they were in.
° nnnrp me further quantities, as I will want to buy some
Yours truly, ALEX. RIFFLE.
Peas and Beans.
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Black Eye Field Peas
For Table Use, Forage and Soil Improving, These Are Profitable to Sell Green or Dry for Winter Use.
EXTRA EARLY BLACK EYE.— Small size, but the earliest
strain of the well known Black Eye Pea. Very productive; good
flavor, and especially valuable for market, owing to its extreme
earliness. Pkt. 10 cts.; qt. 25 ets. (postpaid 35 cts.); pk. $1.40;
bushel, $5.00.
EARLY RAM’S HORN BLACK EYE.— A large second early
Black Eye Pea, ripening between the extra early and the large
Black Eye. Mostly used as a table pea while green. Qt. 20 cts.
(postpaid 30 cts.); peck $1.25; bushel, $4.25.
D. & B.’S JUMBO BLACK EYE. — This is the largest size of
Black Eye Peas known. They yield well and on account of its
extra large size, easily brings the highest market prices. Pkt. 10
cts.; qt. 25 cts. (postpaid 35 ets.); pk. $1.25; bu. $4.25.
LARGE BLACK EYE. — The well known standard variety; good
for table purposes, either green or dry. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30
cts.); pk. $1.15; bu. $4.00.
SMALL BLACK EYE. — A bunch variety, very productive; an
excellent quality of dry pea for winter use. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid
30 cts.); pk. $1.10; bu. $3.S5.
Sorghums, Millets, and Fodder Plants
German Millet.
SUGAR DRIP SORGHUM.— This is
decidedly the best variety for making
syrup, also good for fodder, or green
feed. Lh. 10 cts. (postpaid 20 cts.);
bushel, $2.75.
EARLY AMBER SORGHUM.—
Grows 10 or 12 feet high; yields heavy
nutritious forage, either dry or cured;
verj sweet, making good syrup. Sow
broadcast, \y2 bushels to the acre, in
drills 1 peck. Price fluctuates. Lb. 10
cts. (postpaid 20 cts.); bushel, about
$2.40.
EARLY ORANGE SORGHUM.—
Similar to Early Amber, but yields
heavier. Price fluctuates. Lb. 10 cts.
(postpaid 20 ets.) ; bushel, about $2.50.
GERMAN, or GOLDEN MILLET.—
This grass, if sown thickly, produces
an enormous quantity of good feed.
Sow from May to July; 1 bushel to
the acre. Price fluctuates. Present
price — $2.00 per bushel.
KAFFIR CORN. — A popular forage
crop. Heavy growth; very nutritious;
grain makes a particularly valuable feed for stock and puuiii y. especially
good for sowing with cow peas. Present price — 10 lbs. at 5 cts.; 100 lbs. $3.50.
YELLOW MILO MAIZE. — Largely used for feeding to cattle green; can
be cut and fed green when 3 or 4 feet high, and will continue to grow out
and can be cut until frost. Sow in May or June; 5 lbs. to the acre in drills.
Per lb. 10 cts. (postpaid 20 cts.); 10 lbs. at 6 cts.; 100 lbs. $4.00.
Kaffir
Corn
Sudan Grass
This Grass was introduced into this country from Egypt, by
the U. S. Department of Agriculture, in 1909, and has been
thoroughly tested throughout the Southern States with excellent
results. It can be cut twice, and with favorable seasons three
times a year. It is an annual, and therefore has to be seeded
each year. Grows 6 to 10 feet high, when drilled; or if seeded
broadcast, 3 to 5 feet. In appearance, it is similar to the John-
son Grass, but as it does not root as deeply, is killed out through
the winter, and can never become a pest, as has Johnson Grass
in some sections of the South. It is, however, a great drought
resisting Grass, and is easily cured, making a splendid hay crop,
and all stock relish and thrive on it. This Grass should not be
sown until the ground becomes thoroughly warm, about the first
of May. Farmers in the South, who have grown this Grass, are
very enthusiastic about it. This Grass was sown very exten-
sively in Virginia last year, and our customers were very much
surprised and gratified at the heavy yield and good quality of
hay produced. It is no longer an experiment in this State, and
will no doubt become a popular hay crop. Sow 5 lbs. to the
acre in drills 2 feet apart; or if broadcast, 20 to 25 lbs. to the acre.
Price per lh. 45 cts. (postpaid 55 cts.); 10 lbs. at 42 cts. per lb.;
100 lbs., $40.00.
Jerusalem Artichokes
Artichokes are
grown only from
tubers, like pota-
toes. They are
very prolific and
make excellent hog
feed; claimed to be
very healthy for
stock, and said to
be a preventive of
cholera. The tops
cut and cured like
fodder make excel-
lent forage; we
consider it a most
valuable crop, and
those w h o raise
hogs cannot afford
to he without it.
Pk. 45 cts.; bu. $1.40; special prices in large quantities.
Jerusalem Artichoke.
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TESTED SEEDS.
Oats
BURT, or NINETY DAY OATS.—
The best Spring Oats, as it is the earli-
est, nearly rust proof, hardy and vigor-
ous, and yields more grain than any
other spring oat. The seed resembles
the Red Rust Proof, but is not as large
or as heavy. Sow 2 bushels to the acre.
Price fluctuates. Present price, 85 cts.
per bu.; 10 bus. at 83 cts. per bu.
VIRGINIA GRAY WINTER, or
TURF OATS. — This has long been by
far the most popular variety in this
State, and has now extended into all
parts of the South and West. Though
a winter oat, they also succeed well if
sown in the Spring, making surest crop
if sown by March 15th. Sow 1 y2 to 2 bushels to the acre. Price
fluctuates. Present price — Per bu. 90 cts.; 10 bus. at 88 cts. bu.
RED RUST PROOF OATS.— A very desirable early variety for
heavy soils and low, moist grounds,
where rust attacks other varieties.
Yields abundantly of large, heavy
grain, but does not grow as tall
as the winter
oat. Sow 2
bus. to acre.
Price fluctu-
ates. Pres-
en t price—
Bu. 82 cts.;
10 bus. at 80
cts. per bu.
APPLER OATS. — An early large
red Oat, similar to the Rust Proof,
but hardier and yields more grain.
Adapted to either spring or fall
sowing. We highly recommend
these oats. Price fluctuates. Pres-
ent price — Per bu. 82 cts.; 10 bus.
at 80 cts. per bu.
WHITE SPRING OATS.— A
large, heavy White Oat for spring
seeding.. Sow 2 bushels to the acre,
^resent price — D. & B.’s Best, per
bu. 80 cts.; 10 bus. at 78 cts. bu.
Powhatan Co., Va., Feb. 17, 1916.
Appier Oats. I have always found your seed satis-
factory. The Oats I bought of you last Fall are showing up fine. I have
been getting my seed from you for years, and always found all of your
seeds O.K. Yours truly, J. C. JUSTIS.
WINTER RYE. — This is largely cultivated for pasture in win-
ter, for earliest green feed, and for turning under as well as for
the grain. Sow from July to December; \y2 to 2 bushels to the
acre. Price fluctuates. Present price — $1.65 per bu.
WINTER BARLEY. — Sow from September to November; 1 to
\y2 bus. to the acre. Price fluctuates. Present price — $1.20 bu.
SEED WHEATS. — We will have in season all of the best
varieties Seed Wheat. Send for special price list in September.
A Field of Burt or Ninety Day Oats.
Navy Beans
A very profitable market crop and a good table bean. Only
the dried beans are used. Plant in June or July in 3-foot rows;
1 to 2 pecks to the acre. Height, 12 inches. Qt. 40 cts. (postpaid
50 cts.); pk. $2.50; bushel price on request.
100-Day Velvet Beans
This is a very rapid growing bean, and makes a larger growth
than any other pea or bean known. They are especially recom-
mended for improving poor, worn out lands. Can be sown broad-
cast, but we think it best to plant in drills and cultivate them
once. After they get started they will soon cover the ground
with vines so dense that it is difficult to plow them under. We
recommend turning stock on them, and let them eat and trample
down the vines, which can then be turned under or left until
spring. Should be planted in May or June, 1 or 2 pecks to the
acre, in drills; or 1 bushel broadcast. Qt. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 cts.) ;
pk. 75 cts.; bushel, about $2.50.
Mammoth
Yellow
Soja Beans
A splendid forage
crop, nutritious,
heavy growth; im-
proves soil, makes
good ensilage, and
withstands drought
better than any
other forage crop.
Makes excellent
hog feed. Sow1 1 to
iy2 bushels to the
acre; broadcast, or
plant ill drills, y2
bushel to the acre,
and cultivate like
corn. Qt. 20 cts.
(postpaid 30 cts.);
pk. 75 cts.; bushel
about $2.60.
The Cyclone Seed Sower
This is a splendid little Seeder at a very modest price. Sows
any kind of seed evenly, also Fertilizers, Bone or Ashes. Will
pay for itself in a few hours. Made of tin and fits the body
snugly. Price, only $1.50 each (mailing weight 5 lbs).).
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The Cahoon Broadcast Seed Sower
The standard broadcast seeder and the best manufactured. Sows
all kinds of grain, Clover, Timothy and heavy seeds. Very simple
in operation and sows 4 to 6 acres an hour at a common walking
gait. Distributes seeds uniformly in one-fifth the time required
by hand. Circular on request. Price, only $2.75.
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Teosinte.
Peanuts
Teosinte
This is a valuable fod-
der plant, resembling
corn, but with larger
leaves and sweeter
stalks. Much relished
by stock either green or
as dry fodder. Yields
enormous • crops, and
may be cut five or six
times a year’ Stalks 10
Dr 12 feet high. Drill in
May or June, 3 lbs. to
the acre. Per oz. 5 ets.;
lb. 15 cts.; lb. 50 cts.
(postpaid 60 cts. lb.)
Broom Com
Green color; grows
long, straight ; brings
highest market price for
making brooms. Best
variety. Sow in 3-foot
drills and thin plants to
3 inches. Sow 5 lbs. to
acre. Pkt. 5 cts.; lb. 10
cts. (postpaid 20 cts.);
10 lbs. at 8 cts.; 100 lbs.
quoted on request.
Plant in May, 12 inches apart, in 3-foot drills. Cultivate flat,
keep well worked. Peanuts should be shelled before planting.
SPANISH. — Nuts small, and have a thin hull, full kernel, and
yield enormously. The vines and roots make excellent food for
stock. In the hull, per lb. 10 cts. (postpaid 20 cts.); 10 lbs. at
9 cts.; 100 lbs., $8.00.
Shelled, per lb. 20 cts. (postpaid 30 ets.); 10 lbs. at 15 cts.;
100 lbs., $12.00.
VIRGINIA JUMBO. — A large variety of the well-known Vir-
ginia Peanut. In the hull, per
lb. 10 cts. (postpaid 20 cts.) ; 10
lbs. at 9 cts.; 100 lbs., $8.00.
Vetches
A nutritious and valuable for-
age and soil - improving crop.
Large and quick growth. Sow 25
pounds to the acre, with Oats,
Wheat, Rye, or Barley.
SAND, HAIRY, or WINTER
VETCH. — Sow from July to No-
vember, preferably with grain,
which will hold Vetch off the
ground. Sow 25 lbs. to the acre
with grain. Per lb. 20 cts. (post-
paid 30 cts.); 10 lbs. at 19 cts.;
100 lbs., $18.00.
OREGON, or SPRING VETCH.
— This variety has larger seed,
and makes a coarser growth than
the Hairy Vetch, and may be
sowed either in the Spring or
Fall. If seeded in the Spring sow
25 lbs. to the acre with 1 bushel
Appier or Rust Proof Oats, which
will make excellent early hay.
Lb. 10 cts. (postpaid 20 cts.); 10
lbs. at 9 cts.; 100 lbs., $8.00.
Spring Vetches.
Mammoth
/ Russian
Sunflower
This is highly prized by
poultry raisers and farm-
ers as a cheap food for
fowls. It is immensely
productive, and can be
raised cheaper than corn,
as any waste piece of
ground will suffice. It is
a good egg producing
food. Per lb. 10 cts. (post-
paid 20 cts.) ; 10 lbs. at 9
cts. per lb.; 100 lbs. $8.00.
Japanese Buckwheat
This is a profitable crop for either grain, flower food for bees,
soil enricher, or to kill out weeds. Splendid for poultry. Sow 1
bushel to the acre in June, July or August. About $1.60 per bu.
Spanish Chufas
A nut grass especially rrecommended for feeding hogs — after
the crop is made the hogs may be turned on them for feeding.
Plant in rows 2 y2 feet apart, 15 inches apart between the hills.
Should be planted in May or early June. Per lb. 15 cts. (post-
paid 25 cts.) ; 10 lbs. at 10 cts. Large quantities quoted on request.
Dwarf Essex Rape.
Dwarf Essex Rape
Excellent for grazing sheep, hogs and all kinds of stock. Espe-
cially valuable for sheep and hogs with young, as it is an excel-
lent milk producer. The young animals will also eat it with relish.
It is hardy, stands cold, and ready in eight weeks after sowing.
Sow 10 lbs. to the acre broadcast; 4 lbs., if drilled. Per lb, 10 cts.
(postpaid 2Q qts,) j IQ lbs, at 9 cts,; 100 lbs,, $8,50.
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TESTED SEEDS,
Poultry Foods
ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET FLUCTUATIONS
GLOBE POULTRY SCRATCH FOOD—
This is scientifically prepared by practical
poultry experts to meet all the demands of
growing and full-grown fowls.
Only materials that grade in every re-
spect up to a high standard are used — care-
fully selected cracked and whole grains and
seeds, sunflower, oil cake, buckwheat and
charcoal, sifted and recleaned until they are
entirely free from dust and chaff. This
Scratch Feed is a complete and balanced
ration for grown fowls in all seasons. Price
(with grit and shell mixed in it), 10 lbs.
35 cts.; 25 lbs. 75 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.40; 100
lbs. $2.65; 500 lbs. at $2.60 per 100 lbs.;
1,000 lbs. at $2:55 per 100 lbs.
We also offer Globe Poultry Food without
grit or shell in it at $2.75 per 100 lbs.; 500
lbs. at $2.7 0 per 100 los.; 1,000 lbs. at $2.65
per 100 lbs.
HANOVER CO., VA., Feb. 21, 1916.
I think your Globe Scratch Food is fine.
Please ship me 200 lbs. at once.
Yours truly, B. R. PERKINS.
GLOBE DEVELOPMENT FOOD— Has the
same ingredients as the Globe Poultry Food,
except it is ground finer for chickens from
4 weeks old and up. 10 lbs. 35 cts.; 25
lbs. 85 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.50; 100 lbs. $2.75.
GLOBE BABY CHICK FOOD— A com-
plete grain feed for chicks up to 8 weeks
old. It is a standard mixture of recleaned
cracked grains and seed, hulled oats, fine
granulated bone and fine charcoal. It pro-
duces healthy and rapid growth, and is in-
tended for feeding until the chickens are
large enough to be fed the Globe Scratch
Feed. A trial will demonstrate its feeding
value. 10 lbs. 40 cts.; 25 lbs. 90 cts.;
50 lbs. $1.60; 100 lbs. $2.90; 500 lbs. at
$2.85; 1,000 lbs at $2.80 per 100 lbs.
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WYTHE CO., VA., May 8, 1916. I
Please send me the amount of the enclosed I
check in your Globe Baby Chick Food. I have I
used it before, and like it so much.
Yours truly, MRS. GREEK KING. I
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QUEEN POULTRY MASH— A selected
mixture of ground feeds, manufactured from
the choicest sound, sweet and wholesome
grains. It is carefully prepared and con-
tains ingreurents in proper proportions es-
sential to the health and growth of the fowl.
It is a splendid hone builder and especially
helpful during the moult. Also contains
beef scraps and charcoal, recognized necessi-
ties for health and egg production.
This mixture is especially formulated to
meet the demands for a high-grade mash
feed, and is suitable for either the morning,
noon or evening meal, whichever method
preferred, or may be kept before the fowls
in a hopper in a dry form, and they will
eat only as much as they need.
Mix with warm water during the cold
weather, and feed crumbly. 10 lbs. 35 cts.;
25 lbs. 75 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.35; 100 lbs. $2.50.
GLOBE PIGEON FOOD — Right feeding of
pigeons is considered something of a prob-
lem. Most raisers do not understand either
the pigeon or its feeding as well as they do
poultry. The true fancier — the man who
raises birds for their beauty, for the show,
for the pleasure there is in it, or for sport-
ing— finds in Globe Pigeon Feed a combi-
nation suited to his neeus.
The seeds are especially chosen for pigeon
feeding; only those that have proven to be
best adapted for this particular purpose are
used. No corn is used, but various grains,
peas and seeds, all clean, well matured, and
always of a size so that the birds, young
or old, are able to use every particle of it,
This food has no grit or shell in it. 10 lbs.
40 cts.; 25 lbs. 95 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.75; 100 lbs.
$3.30; 500 lbs. at $3.25 per 100 lbs.
KING PIGEON FOOD— This is a good
Pigeon Food and is similar to the Globe
except that it contains cracked corn, grit
and shell, and therefore can be sold at a
lower price. 10 lbs. 40 cts.; 25 lbs. 90 cts.;
50 lbs. $1.60; 100 lbs. $3.00; 500 lbs. at
$2.95 per 100; 1,000 lbs. at $2.90 per 100.
ALFALFA MEAL— This is Alfalfa Clover,
cured green and cut fine for poultry. To be
fed in a mash, can be used alone or mixed
with other mash food. It is an excellent
substitute for green grass, and increases egg
production in winter. 10 lbs. 30 cts.; 25
lbs. 65 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.10; 100 lbs. $2.00;
500 lbs. at $1.95 per 100.
RARVA MEAT MEAL — A pure lean-beef
fibre, carefully dried while fresh, and will
keep indefinitely. Its thorough dryness and
the entire absence of any taint or unpleas-
ant odor make it a most excellent form of
food for chickens and other fowls, as also
for dogs. It is excellent for hopper feeding
and may be mixed and fed in a mash to
great advantage. It contains 85 per cent,
protein and 7 per cent, fat, and is clean and
free of all preservatives and chemicals. 10
lbs. 50 cts.; 25 lbs. $1.10; 50 lbs. $2.15;
100 lbs. $4.00.
D. & B.’s MEAT , SCRAPS — An excellent
egg-making winter feed for fowls. 5 lbs.
25 cts.; 10 lbs. 40 cts.; 25 lbs. 90 cts.; 50
lbs. $l.oo ; 100 lbs. $3.00; 500 lbs. at $2.90.
DARLING’S MEAT CRISPS— A concen-
trated poultry food, made of meat. 3-lb.
pkg. 25 cts.; 6% -lb. pkg. 50 cts.
BLOOD MEAL — Splendid for poor, weakly
fowls, also for calves and hogs, but too rich
to feed much at a time. 10 lbs. 50 cts.; 25
lbs. $1.10; 50 lbs. $2.00; 100-lb. sack $3.75.
CRUSHED OR GRANULATED BONE—
Splendid to he used in connection with other
feeds to increase egg production; to be fed
dry just as it is either in a hopper or to be
scattered about as a scratch food. It is
clean and dry, and will not sour. No 2 for
grown fowls, No. 3 for chicks and pigeons;
No. 4 or Bone Meal for baby chicks. 6 lbs.
25 cts.; 25 lbs. 80 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.50;
100 lbs. $2.80.
PEARL POULTRY GRIT — Manufactured
especially for poultry. It is essential in the
poultry yard, to keep fowls in a healthy
condition. Size No. 1 for small chickens
and pigeons; size No. 2 for grown fowls.
10 lbs. 15 cts.; 25 lbs. 30 cts.; 100 lbs. 60
cts.; ton, $10.00.
CRUSHED OYSTER SHELLS— Indispen-
sable for successful poultry keeping, as it
aids digestion and the formation of egg
shells. It is best to have it where the
fowls can get at it all the time, as they will
not eat any more than they need. In order-
ing please state whether the “fine” size is
wanted for chicks and pigeons, or the “regu-
lar” size for grown fowls. 6 lbs. 10 cts.;
25 lbs. 25 cts.; 100 lbs. 60 cts.; ton, $9.00.
D. & B.’S CHARCOAL — We have had this
charcoal put up for us to meet the demand
for an evenly graded charcoal, free from
dust and useless dirt.
Charcoal aids digestion, promotes health,
and is generally corrective of many of the
poultry ills to which fowls are heir. A little
charcoal goes a long way and is worth its
weight in gold. No poultryman can afford
to be without it. It is put up in three sizes
— -Fine: for chicks. Medium: for half-grown
fowls and pigeons. Coarse: for full-grown
fowls. When ordering state what size is
wanted. Prices, 2-lb. cartons, printed with
directions for feeding, 10 cts. each; 10 lbs.
40 cts.; 50-lb. sacks $1.00 each.
POULTRY MUSTARD — Prepared for
poultry use, especially recommended for use
during moulting season; keeps fowls in a
healthy condition and increases the egg pro-
duction. 1%-lb. pkg. 40 cts.; by mail 50 cts.
postpaid; 3-lb. pkg. 70 cts.; by mail 85 cts.
postpaid; 5-lb pkg. $1.10; by mail $1.25
postpaid; 10-lb. pkg. $2.00 by express; 25-lb.
pail $4.50 by express.
STERLINGWORTH SALT CAT— This is
a scientific combination of those aromatic
and tonic properties contained in such seed
and roots as gentian, anise, coriander, etc.,
combined with sulphur, charcoal, limestone,
salt, bone, and other materials that are gen-
erally recognized by pigeon keepers as aid-
ing digestion, promoting good health and
egg production in pigeons and game fowls;
and is unequaled for keeping pigeons in vig-
orous health. Pigeon keepers who have used
it give it an excellent recommendation. Price
per brick, by mail postpaid, 17 cts.; by ex-
press, 10 cts; per doz. $1.00 by express.
KAFFIR CORN — This is a splendid food
for growing or full grown fowls. 10 lbs.
40 cts.; 100 lbs. $3.00.
MILLET SEED — A good food for baby
chicks and birds. 10 lbs. 45 cts.; 50 lbs.
$1.85; 100 lbs. $3.50.
BARLEY— For feed. 50 lbs. $1.25; 100
lbs. $2.30.
WHEAT — For poultry feeding. Per peck
45 cts.; per bushel, $1.60.
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TESTED SEEDS.
CRACKED CORN — 50 lbs. $1.35; 100
lbs. $2.50.
COARSE GROUND CORN MEAL— 50 lbs.
$1.35; 100 lbs. $2.50.
WHITE FEED CORN— Peck 35 cts.; bus.
$1.20.
YELLOW FEED CORN — Peck 35 cts.;
bus. $1.20.
WHITE CLIPPED FEED OATS— Bus. 70
cts.; 5 bus. and over at 68 cts.
HONEYSUCKLE FOOD— A ground Al-
falfa and molasses food for dairy cattle
which largely increases the flow of milk.
100 lbs. $1.90; ton $37.00.
HOBBY HORSE FOOD — A splendid
ground, mixed grain food for horses and
stock. 100 lbs. $2.10; ton $41.00.
SHIP STUFF — From winter wheat. 100
lbs. $2.10; ton $40.00.
BUCKWHEAT— For poultry feeding. 10
lbs. 35 cts.; 50 lbs. $1.40; 100 lbs. $2.65.
SUNFLOWER SEED— A rich food for
grown fowls and parrots. Lb. 10 cts.; 3 lbs.
25 cts.; 10 lbs. 65 cts.; 100 lbs. $5.50.
CANADA FIELD PEAS— A good for for
poultry and pigeons. 10 lbs. 65 cts.; 100
lbs. $5.50.
HEMP SEED — For pigeons, parrots and
poultry feeding. Lb. 10 cts.; 10 lbs. 85 cts.;
100 lbs. $7.50.
STOCK FOODS
SHIP STUFF — Spring wheat. 100 lbs.
$1.95; ton $37.00.
WHEAT BRAN— 100 lbs. $1.85; ton $35.
COTTON SEED MEAL— 100 lbs. $2.55;
ton $49.00.
LINSEED MEAL— 100 lbs. $2.60; ton $50.
BIRD RAPE— Lb. 10 cts.; 3 lbs. 25 cts.;
100 lbs. $6.50.
CANARY SEED— Per lb. 10 cts.; 3 lbs.
25 cts.; 10 lbs. 75 cts.
MIXED BIRD SEED— Lb. 10 cts.; 3 lbs.
25 cts.; 10 lbs. 75 cts.
FLAX SEED— Lb. 10 cts.; 10 lbs. 80 cts.;
100 lbs. $6.00.
CUTTLE FISH BONE— Lb. 40 cts.
GLUTEN MEAL— 100 lbs. $2.30; ton $44.
SUCRENE DAIRY FOOD— 100 lbs. $1.85;
ton $35.00.
SAL-VET. — A medicated Salt which rids
all stock of stomach and intestinal worms,
aids digestion and prevents cholera and other
diseases. 10-lb. pkg. 75 cts.; 20-lb. pkg.
$1.25; 40-lb. pkg. $2.25; 100-lb. keg $5.00.
CONKEY’S POULTRY REMEDIES
These reliable remedies are well known
and are guaranteed to cure when used ac-
cording to directions. Our rapidly increasing
sales prove the efficiency of these valuable
remedies. Pamphlet mailed free on request.
Full directions for using with each package.
CONKEY’S CHOLERA REMEDY— Small
pkg. 25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.; large pkg.
50 cts.; postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S ROUP REMEDY— Small pkg.
25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.; large pkg. 50 cts.;
postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S GAPE REMEDY— Small pkg.
25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.; large pkg. 50 cts.;
postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S SCALY LEG REMEDY—
Small pkg. 25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.
CONKEY’S CHICKENPOX AND SORE-
HEAD REMEDY — Small pkg. 25 cts.; post-
paid 31 cts.; large pkg. 50 cts.; postpaid 56c.
CONKEY’S LAYING TONIC— 1% -lb. pkg.
25 cts.; postpaid 33 cts.; 3% -lb. pkg. 50 cts.;
postpaid 62 cts.
CONKEY’S BRONCHITIS REMEDY—
Pkg. 50 cts.; postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S POULTRY WORM REMEDY
— Small pkg. 25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.; large
pkg. 50 cts.; postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S LICE POWDER— 5-oz. pkg.
10 cts.; postpaid 15 cts.; 15-oz. pkg. 25 cts.;
postpaid 33 cts.
CONKEY’S LIQUID LICE KILLER— 1-qt.
can 35 cts.; 2-qt. can 60 cts.; 1 gallon can
$1.00. Cannot mail.
CONKEY’S WHITE DIARRHOEA REM-
EDY— Small pkg. 25 cts.; postpaid 31 cts.;
large pkg. 50 cts.; postpaid 56 cts.
.CONKEY’S POULTRY TONIC— Pkg. 25
cts.; postpaid 31 cts.
CONKEY’S LIMBER NECK REMEDY—
Pkg. 50 cts.; postpaid 56 cts.
CONKEY’S NOX-I-CIDE — A splendid dis-
infectant and insecticide, very nowerful and
a small quantity will go further than most
disinfectants. Recommended for use in the
house, poultry house and stable. 1 pint can
35 cts.; 1 qt. can 60 cts.
CONKEY’S FLY KNOCKER— Is recom-
mended for spraying all kinds of stock and
stables for keeping off the flies; an effective
preparation. 2-qt. can 60 cts.; 1-gal. can $1.
“D. & B.’S” LICE KILLER
This is a fluid of such strength and
so compounded that the gaseous vapor
given off by it kills lice, mites and
similar insects without coming in con-
tact with them, and is not injurious
to fowls, animals or poultry. It is
very efficacious for destroying lice on
fowls of all kinds; horses, cattle and
hogs. It also kills lice on roses and
other flowering plants. It may be
applied with an ordinary hand spray-
er, or a white- wash brush. We recom-
mend the use of our glass tank spray-
er. One quart bottle 25 cts.
PRATTS ANIMAL and POULTRY REGULATORS and REMEDIES
Satisfaction Guaranteed or Money Back.
Healthy birds and lots of eggs, the two big things in poultry raising,
are made certain by giving
Pratts Poultry Regulator
It builds- up vitality, insures sound digestion, sharpens appetite and
prevents disease, thus putting birds in condition for heavy egg laying or
winning blue ribbons.
25 lb. pail, $2.50; 12 lb. pail, $1.25; packages, 50 cts. (post wt. 5 lbs.),
25 cts. (post wt. 3 lbs.).
When baby chicks come, keep them healthy and growing, and bring
even the weak ones along by feeding
Pratts Baby Chick Food
A laj-gely predigested baby food for baby chicks. Guaranteed to raise
every livable chick. Costs a cent a chick for three weeks. Prevents leg
weakness, white diarrhoea, “pasting up” and other chick diseases.
14 lbs. for $1.00; packages 50 cts. (post wt. 8 lbs.), and 25 cts. (post
wt. 4 lbs.).
Don’t let ROUP cut your profits. The sure and easy “ounce of pre-
vention” against this dangerously contagious disease is
Pratts Roup Remedy
Quickly absorbed by the blood, purifies the system, reduces fever, allays
inflammation. The safe remedy for roup, colds, catarrh and all bad
weather diseases.
Tablets or Powder, $1.00; 50 cts.; 25 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.). \
Get rid of lice on your poultry, in nests, dustbaths, incubators and else-
where in a day’s time by using
Pratts Powdered Lice Killer
Effective, non-poisonous, non-irritating. May be used wherever a
powder is suitable. A splendid deodorizer. Will kill lice on horses, cattle,
dogs, cats, and plants.
50 cts. pkg. (post wt. 3 lbs.), and 25 cts. pkg. (post wL 2 lbs.).
This is NOT a special offer, because at the regular price you get more
for your money when you buy
Pratts Poultry Disinfectant
Three times as powerful as crude carbolic acid. A sure deodorizer,
germicide and liquid lice killer. Use it for -roup, colds and other con-
tagious diseases.
Sold also in quart cans, 35 cts.', and half-gallon cans, 60 cts.
Only $1.00 a Gallon
PRATTS WHITE DIARRHOEA REMEDY— 50 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.), and
25 cts. (post wt. 4 ozs.)
PRATTS SORE HEAD AND CHICKEN POX REMEDY— 50 and 25 cts.
(post wt. 1 lb.).
PRATTS CHOLERA REMEDY— 50 and 25 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.).
PRATTS ANIMAL REGULATOR— 25 lb. pails, $3.00; packages $1.00,
50 cts. (post wt. 4 libs.), and 25 cts. (post wt. 2 lbs.).
PRATTS HEAD LICE OINTMENT— 25 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.).
PRATTS SCALY LEG REMEDY— 25 cts. and 50 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.).
PRATTS GAPE REMEDY— 25 cts. and 50 cts. (post wt. 1 lb.).
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Buckeye Incubators
We are the Authorized Agents for the Celebrated Buckeye Incubators.
These are hot-water machines, well made and easy to operate.
Owing to the satisfactory operation and the moderate price at
which they are sold, there are probably more Buckeye Incubators
an use today than any other make.
These machines are sold under an absolute guarantee and
with good treatment will last for years. They are so simple
that a beginner can operate them without any previous experi-
ence. These Incubators are equipped with every desirable device
that can possibly add to Incubator efficiency and are pronounced
by experts to be the best hatchers.
Full descriptive and illustrated catalogue mailed free on re-
quest. If interested in Poultry, Incubators. Brooders or Hovers,
be sure and ask for one.
Prairie State Incubators
We are the Authorized Agents for These Well Known Incubators.
The Prairie State is one of the best hot air Incubators on the market. It has been a most popular machine for many years
and has won an enviable reputation for remarkable hatches and healthy chicks. It is well made of cypress and the moisture is
suuplied “nature’s way,” by means of a tray of sand under the eggs. Those preferring a hot air machine can get nothing better
than the Prairie State. Ask for a complete descriptive catalogue.
Sizes. Price
No. 0— Keystone (capacity 60 eggs) $12.00
No 0 — Standard (capacity 100 eggs) 21.50
No. 1— Standard (capacity 150 eggs) - zzaKKOKxzrxr?.
cap supply any other sizes wanted on short notice.
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Standard Colony
Brooder Stove.
BROODS
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Chicks
Price
PRICE
$16.00
No. 14 — Style E (short legs) 60 Egg Capacity $ 8.50
No. 15 — Style H 60 Egg Capacity 11.00
No. 16. — Style E 110 Egg Capacity 15.00
No. 17 — Style E 200 Egg Capacity 19.50
No. 60 — Standard 60 Egg Capacity 15.00
No. I — Standard 110 Egg Capacity 21.00
No. 2 — Standard 175 Egg Capacity 26.00
No. 3 — Standard 250 Egg Capacity 33.00
No. 4 — Standard 350 Egg Capacity 38.00
No. 5 — Standard 600 Egg Capacity 60.00
SECURITY PORTABLE BROODER
The oil burner that broods like a coal burner. Capacity, 100
to 150 chicks. Price, $12.50.
STANDARD COLON i BROODER STOVE
Broods 100 to 1,500 chicks; burns hard coal or gas. It is self-
feeding and self-regulating; saves labor, time and fuel. Ask for
descriptive pamphlet. Price, $16.00.
BUCKEYE HOVERS AND BROODERS
No. 75 Klose-Kontact Portable Hover (capacity 50 to 75
chicks) $ 8.00
1\ o. 1 Indoor Brooder (capacity 100 chicks) 8.00
No. 2 Outdoor Brooder (capacity 100 chicks) 13.00
No. 3 Inaoor Brooder (capacity 100 chicks) 11.00
No. 5 Indoor Lampless Hover (capacity 50 chicks) 2.50
No. 6 Indoor Lampless Hover (capacity 75 chicks) 3.50
BUCKEYE KANT-KROWD HOVER
This Hover is all that the name implies — and more. It is a
hover that possesses every desirable qualification for the welfare
of the little chicks and the convenience of the poultryman.
It proves every ideal condition, and its construction is so simple
that its operation becomes a pastime instead of a burden.
There is nothing to adjust, nothing to get out of order, nothing
to look after but the lamp — and that requires refilling every
48 hours.
It is simple, safe, fireproof, liceproof, foolproof, convenient,
economical, practical, sanitary and durable; is warmest at the
curtain. The chicks can’t crowd. It is porta hie, just drop it
anywhere and light the lamp. Illustrated pamphlet on request.
Price, $9.00.
B - ■
Hanover Co., Va.,. June 16, 1916.
I bought from you one of your 50 egg Buckeye Incubators and
have set it three times. Out of the first setting of 50 eggs I hatched
46 chickens and out of the second setting 48 chicks, and out of the
third setting 42 chicks. It is indeed a splendid machine and I
would not give it for any incubator I know of.
Yours truly, E. L. PURCELL.
S Diggs & Beadles Hill
Poultry Appliances
Norwich Automatic Exerciser and
Feeder
We are the State agents and dis-
tributors for the Norwich Auto-
matic Exerciser and Feeder.
The machine consists of a Hop-
per sufficiently large to carry a
given quantity of grain feed, in
the bottom of which is fitted an
adjusting valve, which is set to al-
low such quantities of feed to es-
cape from the Hopper as may be
desired. Directly under the valve
is located the Deflector, and the
feed, passing from the Hopper
through the valve, falls at once to
the Deflector, and by it is scat-
tered on the ground or floor in a
wide, even circle. The Bait Bar
(which is the cross-piece under the
deflector resembling an ear of corn) is connected by adjustable
rod with a small agitating disk which performs the double duty
of acting as a stop to the valve, and stirring up the feed about
to be delivered. The machine, as will be observed, is mounted on
three adjustable legs so it will stand in any yard whether level
or located on a hillside, and may be used alike for baby chicks
fresh from the incubator or the adult fowl, by simply lengthen-
ing or shortening the legs as desired. Ask for pamphlet.
No. 1 — 8-quart size ., $3.00
No. 2 — 14-quart size 3.90
No. 3 — 20-quart size 4.90
No. 4 — 32-quart size 6.00
Five or more at one order, 5 per cent, discount.
Feeder in Operation.
APACO FEEDER — Automatic — This
Feeder works on the same principle as
the Norwich Automatic, except it must
be hung up when in operation, as it
has no legs to stand on. Holds 1 peck.
Price, only $1.00 each.
MANN’S GREEN BONE CUTTER—
Unquestionably the best Bone Cutters
on the market, and we recommend them
with entire confidence.
No. 5C — With crank handle, $6.
No. 5B — With balance wheel, $8.
No. 5BM — With balance wheel, and
mounted on iron stand, $10.40.
No. 7 — The best and most economi-
cal size to buy for a yard of 100 hens
or more, $12.00. Larger sizes quoted on
application. Complete pamphlet mailed
on request.
EARTHENWARE DRINKING
FOUNTAIN — These are two-piece
fountains with drinking basin at
bottom. 1 qt. 25 cts. (mailing
weight 3 lbs.) ; 2 qt. 30 cts. (mail-
ing weight 5 lbs.); 4 qt. 40 cts.
(mailing weight 9 lbs.); 8 qt. 60
cts. (mailing weight 17 lbs.).
Mann’s Bone
Cutter.
EARTHENWARE WALL
DRINKING FOUNTAINS— This is a
one-piece fountain with handle on
top. 2 qt. size 35 cts. (mailing
weight 5 lbs.) ; 4 qt. size 60 cts.
(mailing weight 8 lbs.); 8 qt. size
70 cts. (mailing weight 12 lbs.).
CAGE DRINKING FOUNTAIN or
FOOD PAN — This is half round, gal-
Sexton’s Dry hood Hopper. vanized, made to hang in poultry or
rabbit coops for holding food and
Water, %-pt. size 20 cts; %-qt. size 25 cts. (mailing weight 1 lb.).
GALVANIZED WALL DRINKING FOUNTAIN — A one-piece
fountain with handle on top. 1-qt. size 30 cts (mailing weight 2
lbs.); 2 qt. 35 cts. (mailing weight 2 lbs.); 1 gal. 55 cts. (mailing
weight 2 lbs.); 2 gal. 80 cts. (mailing weight 3 lbs.).
SEXTON’S DRY FOOD HOPPERS — With wire screen in front.
Mice and rain proof. 4 qt. size 85 cts. (mailing weight 4 lbs.);
8 qt. size $1.10 (mailing weight 6 lbs.).
GRIT SHELL and
CHARCOAL BOXES
— 3 partitions, 60 cts.
(mailing weight 3
lbs.).
TWO PARTITIONS
DRY FOOD HOPPER
— 85 cts. (mailing
weight 4 lbs.).
BABY CHICK
FEEDERS — A round
metal Feeder holding
2 qts.; keeps feed
clean and prevents
Waste; 60 cts. each
(mailing weight 2
lbs.).
Grit, Shell and Char- POULTRY FOOT PUNCHES— 35 cts ea.
coal Boxes. postpaid.
FARMERS’ MODERN EGG CARRIERS— A handy and con-
venient carrier for marketing eggs. Can
be carried by hand or shipped by express.
Trays hold 1 dozen each. 8-dozen Car-
rier, $1.00 each (mailing weight 6 lbs.);
12-dozen Carrier, $1.25 each (mailing
weight 8 lbs.); 18-dozen Carrier, $1.75
each (mailing weight 11 lbs.).
PARCEL POST EGG BOXES— Made of
strong corrugated paper, will carry eggs
safely by parcel post or express
and can be used repeatedly.
1 dozen size (mailing weight
1 lb.), 10 cts. each; 75 cts. doz.;
2 dozen size (mailing weight
2 lbs.), 12 cts. each; $1.25 doz.
3 dozen size (mailing weight
2 lbs.), 15 cts. each; $1.40 doz.
4 dozen size (mailing weight Farmers’ Egg Carrier.
3 lbs.), 20 cts. each; $1.75 doz.
5 dozen size (mailing weight 4 lbs.), 25 cts. each; $2.25 doz.
PASTEBOARD EGG BOXES — For holding 1 dozen eggs, neatly
packed; 15 cts. per doz.; 85 cts. per 100 (mailing weight 2 lbs.
to 1 dozen).
STAR EGG CARRIERS — A handy wooden case, holding 1 dozen
eggs— easy to handle, avoids breakage and miscounts. 25 cts.
each (mailing weight 1 lb.); $2.50 dozen (mailing weight 13 lbs.).
BABY CHICK BOXES — Made or carton paper, used for shipping
live baby chicks. 25 chick size 15 cts.; 50 chick size 25 cts.
SHIPPING COOPS — Made of heavy carton paper for shipping
grown fowls; carries safely. 1 fowl size, 60 cts.; 2 fowl size,
75 cts.; 5 fowl size, 90 cts.
DELPHOS POULTRY HOVERS — A sanitary, vermin proof,
metal hover for hens with chicks, small dogs, rabbits and pet
stock. $1.50 each.
POULTRY KILLING KNIFE — Has a long, keen, narrow blade
for killing poultry. 35 cts. each (mailing weight 4 ozs.).
SHENANDOAH CO., VA., Sept. 19, 1916.
I have been using the Norwich Automatic Feeders for several
years, and find it a good machine. I am now sending you my order
for S more machines, which you will please send to me promptly.
I enclose check in payment.
Respectfully, MISS SARAH MINNICK,
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TESTED SEEDS.
STANDARD EGG TESTERS— Price, 25 ets.
(mailing weight 4 ozs.).
TYCO INCUBATOR THERMOMETERS— Ad-
justable, can be used in any machine. Price, 60
cts. (mailing weight 4 ozs.).
BROODER THERMOMETERS— Price, 50 cts.
(mailing weight 3 ozs.).
HYGROMETERS — For testing moisture in in-
cubators. $1.50 each (mailing weight 1 lb.).
ZERO INCUBATOR LAMPS — Price, complete,
$1.25 each (mailing weight 2 lbs.).
KNOX MEDICATED NEST EGGS— In this is
combined a nest egg and vermin killer in one.
They look exactly
like natural eggs
and are just the
thing for laying
liens. 5 cts. each < ^ ^
(mailing weight 4 P£V -
ozs.); doz. 50 cts.
(mailing weight 2
lbs.).
PORCELAIN NEST EGGS — 2 for 5 cts. (mailing weight 1 lb.);
25 cts. doz. (mailing weight 1 lb.).
LIME NEST EGGS — 5 cts. each; 40 cts.
lbs.).
Leader Leg Band.
doz. (mailing weight
LEADER
ALUMINUM
LEG BANDS— Ad-
and can
he made in differ-
ent sizes to fit the
fowls,. Numbered
consecutively from
1 to 100.
No. 1 — for small breeds.
No. 2 — For large breeds, 15 cts. doz.; 75 cts. per 100 postpaid.
COLORED ALUMINUM LEG BANDS — These have large, bright,
fast-colored numbers in different colors, which can be easily seen
without catching the fowls; they are adjustable to fowls of all
sizes. Per doz. 35 cts.; per 100 $2.00 postpaid.
COLORED CELLULOID LEG BANDS — Made in ring form; all
sizes; easily adjusted. Are not numbered. Write what breed
of fowls wanted for and we will send proper size. Colors, white,
yellow, red and green. 15 cts; doz.; 75 cts. 100 postpaid.
DOUBLE CLINCH ALUMINUM LEG BANDS— Made in all
sizes from pigeon size to largest fowls. Numbered consecutively
from 1 to 100.
Write what breed of fowls wanted for and we will send proper
size. 15 cts. doz.; 75 cts. 100 postpaid.
Pumps and Spraying Devices
AUTO SPRAY No. i. — Accepted as
the standard in compressed air sprayers
and fully guaranteed by the manufac-
turers. Useful in spraying trees, crops,
whitewash and disinfectants. Recom-
mended not alone because of its dura-
bility, but for its efficiency, which is
far ahead of any other machine of this
style.
Auto Pop No. 1, the only self-clean-
ing nozzle and operates automatically.
A — Brass tank with stop cock, $8.00.
B — Brass tank with Auto Pop No.
1, $8.50.
C — Galvanized tank with stop cock,
$5.00.
D — Galvanized tank with Auto Pop
No. 1, $5.50.
2-ft. brass extension, per length, 50e.
Vi* Double Actfo
no ^e&djWith Half
Auto Spray No. i.
JUNIOR PUMP SPRAYER.— This
pump requires no fastening of any
kind, holds itself down, works any-
where. Everything except handle and
hose are solid brass. Will pump from
a pail, barrel, tank, spring or creek,
without fastening of any kind.
Weighs only three pounds. Ready
for instant use everywhere. Will
throw solid, continuous stream, one
flat spray and one fine, round spray.
Has automatic mixer to keep solution
stirred. Price, $3.25 (mailing weight
3 lbs.).
PERFECTION COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYER.
— A knapsack sprayer, made of galvanized iron.
Throws a continuous sprayer; holds 5 gallons.
Price, $6.00.
IDEAL SPRAYER. — This sprayer is mounted on
a wheelbarrow frame, can be rolled from place to
place, has strong force pump, and by using exten-
sion pipe can spray on the ground or any distance
up to 30 ft. high. Tank holds 15 gals. Price, $20.00.
Junior
Pump
Sprayer.
BUCKET PUMP
SPRAYER. Made
of brass, and can
be used in any
bucket or tub; is
held in position
with foot, and
pumped by hand;
used both f 0 r
spraying and white -*/(
washing. Price,
$3.00.
Auto Spray No
AUTO SPRAY No. 5 — This is a splendid spray pump for gen-
eral use. It may be used for spraying trees, vines, and any field
or garden truck. Is made entirely of brass, double acting, or
makes continuous spray. Will make either single stream or spray.
Can be used for washing windows, carriages, etc. Price, with hose,
nozzle and strainer complete, $5.00.
GLASS TANK SPRAYER.—
Solution tank is a one-quart Mason
Glass Fruit Jar. Price, 65 cts. each
(mailing weight 3 lbs.).
LOWELL COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYER.—
A 5-gallon knapsack sprayer, made of galvan-
ized iron. Price, $6.00.
ONE -QUART CONTINUOUS HAND
SPRAYER. — Made of tin, has two nozzles and
will spray either straight or up under the leaves. Price, 75 cts.
(mailing weight 2 lbs.).
BUCKET DUSTERS — Has perforated bottom for applying dry
powder poisons on vegetables; 2-qt. size, 35 cts.; 4-qt. size,
50 cts. ( mailing weight of each size, 2 lbs.).
DICKEY DUSTERS — A small long cylinder
duster for applying dry powder on plants.
30 cts. each (mailing weight 1 lb.).
ACRE AN HOUR SIFTER— A strong, 1-
gallon size, bucket shaped duster, with sta-
tionary handles, has perforated bottom for
sifting powders on plants. 50 cts. each
(mailing weight 1 lb.).
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S Diggs & Beadles
FERTILIZERS
For All Crops
While the prices of Fertilizers may seem high this year as compared to the prices before the European War, they are now
lower than the ruling prices of last year, and besides, we are this year, able to offer Fertilizers with as much as 4 per cent
of Potash, which could not he done last year at a price low enough to warrant its general use for agricultural purposes.
So when the high cost of labor, material, sacks and all other commodities are taken into consideration, the prices at which
we are offering Fertilizers this year are most reasonable, and with the high prices now prevailing for all Vegetables and Farm
crops the Trucker and Farmer can better afford to pay these moderate prices than they could several years ago, when Fer-
tilizers and nearly all farm products were 25 to 50 per cent cheaper than they now are. We have given careful thought to
the needs of our customers in making up our list of Fertilizers, and in the following will be found brands with analysis to
meet the needs and requirements of any Farmer, whether he grows Vegetables for market or home use or raises Grain and
Grass crops.
While we hope to be able to sell at these prices through the Spring season, we cannot guarantee them on account of the
unsettled market conditions of the various materials composed in the manufacture of Fertilizers.
Diggs & Beadles’ Vegetable
This is a complete, high grade Fertilizer. Recommended for
all quick growing vegetable crops. This brand has proven highly
satisfactory on early vegetables.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid - 8 per cent
Ammonia 5 per cent
Potash —.2 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack, $4.80; per ton, $47.00.
Diggs & Beadles’ Vine and Vegetable Grower
A complete Fertilizer for Vegetables and all crops requiring a
liberal quantity of potash. We have sold this brand many years
and it has given splendid results wherever used, and our customers
who have used it are loud in their praises of it and when the
analysis is taken into consideration it is probably the cheapest
Fertilizer that can be bought this year.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 3 per cent
Potash 4 per cent
Per 100-lb. sack, $2.65; per 200-lb. sack, $5.00; per ton, $49.00.
Star Brand Vegetable
Revised for 1917.
This is a splendid, well balanced Ferti-
lizer for all vegetables, melons and tobacco.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 3 per cent
Potash 3 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $4.40; per ton $43.00.
Capital Truck
An old brand and a well known Ferti-
lizer is especially recommended for early
corn and other quick growing vegetable
crops.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 4 per cent
Potash 3 per cent
Per 200- lb. sack $4.70; per ton $46.00.
Gold Medal Brand — Revised
A good Fertilizer at a reasonable price.
Recommended for early corns, tobacco and
all vine crops and vegetables.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 3 per cent
Potash 1 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack, $3.30; per ton, $32.00.
Ammoniated Superphosphate
A high grade Fertilizer for all crops to be
used on soils that do not require Potash.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 4 per cent
Potash 0 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $3.20; per ton $31.00.
16 Per Cent Acid Phosphate
This is very beneficial for nearly all soils,
many of our customers make excellent Grain
and Grass Crops with Acid Phosphate. We
do not offer or recommend a lower grade
than 16 per cent, as it would be more ex-
pensive proportionably to use.
Per 200-lb. sack $1.90; per ton $18.00.
Beef, Blood and Bone
We are pleased to announce that we can
supply this popular and well known brand
of Fertilizer again this year. It is especially
recommended for Corn, Field Peas, Beans,
Millets, Oats, Fodder Plants, and Sweet
Potatoes.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8% per cent
Ammonia 2 per cent
Potash 1 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $3.10; per ton $30.00.
Fish Bone and Potash — Revised
A well balanced Fertilizer at a moderate
price, for Corn, Peas, Fodder Plants and
Peanuts.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 9 per cent
Ammonia 1 % per cent
Potash 1 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $2.85; per ton $27.50.
Eureka Ammoniated Super-
phosphate
This Fertilizer is recommended for Grass,
Millets and all Forage Crops.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 10 per cent
Ammonia 2 per cent
Potash 0 per cent
Per 200-lb. bag $2.50; per ton $24.00.
Nitrate of Soda
This is largely used to produce a quick
growth, especially in Garden Crops, bring-
ing them on very rapidly, but it is of no
permanent value as a Fertilizer. It also is
used to stimulate the growth of grass in
the Spring and as a top dressing for Vege-
tables, but it should be used very lightly,
not over 100 lbs. to the acre.
Per lb. 10 ctr.; 25 lbs. at 6 cts. per lb.;
100 lbs. $4.50; 200 lbs. $7.75; per ton $75.00.
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Swift’s Fertilizers
We are the authorized agents for Swift’s
Fertilizers, which we have sold for years, and
our customers who have used these goods
praise them highly, having gotten excellent
results from their use.
Swift’s Special Truck
A Fertilizer especially prepared for forc-
ing early crops which do not require Potash
and can therefore be sold at a lower price
than Potash goods.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid ; 8 per cent
Ammonia 5 per cent
Potash ...0 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $3.70; per ton $36.00.
Swift’s Garden and Truck
A good Fertilizer for general crops, par-
ticularly recommended for all Vine Crops,
especially Melons and Cantaloupes.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 4 per cent
Potash 1 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $3.80; per ton $37.00.
Swift’s Red Steer
A complete Fertilizer, especially recom-
mended for all grain crops, Peanuts, To-
bacco and Sweet Potatoes.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 8 per cent
Ammonia 2 per cent
Potash 2 per cent
Per 200-lb. sack $3.60; per ton $35.00.
Swift’s Pure Bone Meal
A first-class pure ground Bone, it is an
excellent plant food and a permanent soil
improver, is especially recommended for
Grass, Clover and Grain Crops.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 22 per cent
Ammonia 41/, per cent
Per 200-lb. sack, $4.60; per ton, $45.00.
Pulverized Sheep Manure
This is the pure, natural manure saved from the stock yards,
is thoroughly dried, pulverized and screened; is light and easily
and quickly applied. It is free from weed seeds and a splendid
Fertilizer for general crops and especially for top dressing lawns,
and golf courses, shrubs and flowers. It is rich in potash and
our sales on these goods have increased enormously within the
three years we have handled it. Give it a trial and you will be
pleased.
Per 5-lb. package $ .25
Per 10-lb. package 40
Per 25-lb. bag 75
Per 50-lb. bag 1.25
Per 100-lb. bag 2.00
Per 500 lbs 9.00
Per 1000 lbs 16.00
Per ton 30.00
Baugh’s Pure Raw Bone Meal
A splendid Bone and in fine mechanical condition, and dril
perfectly.
Analysis.
Phosphoric Acid 23 per cei
Ammonia 4% per cent
Per 200-lb. sack, $4.60; per ton, $45.00.
“Natursown” — High Grade Phosphate
This is ground from phosphate rock, the analysis of which
as follows:
Phosphoric Acid 34 p6r cei
Lime . 40 per ggj
Recommended for general farm crops. Per 200-lb. sack, $1.8C
per ton, $17.00.
Booklet giving full information mailed on request.
FARMOGERM
A High-Bred Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria — A Reliable Method of Inoculation.
Farmers are beginning to understand that success with legume crops such as Peas, Beans, Peanut
Clovers, Alfalfa, Vetch, etc., depends to a great extent on having the right kind of bacteria to supply thes
plants with Nitrogen — Farmogerm is a preparation of legume bacteria that have been bred up and selecte
and that can be guaranteed to be pure, live and active. Put Farmogerm on the seed before planting your nes
legume crop, as it is one of the best forms of crop insurance.
If you are interested in improving your land at the least possible cost it will pay you to use Farmogerm.
Endorsed by colleges and experiment stations and the best agricultural authorities.
Nine years of constantly increasing demand from thousands of users prove its value.
PRICES: Farm size for 5 acres, $5.00. Trial size for 1 acre, $1.50. Garden size for Peas, Beans an
Sweet Peas, 50 cts. In ordering state which of the following crops you wish it for: Cow Peas, Soja Bean;
Peanuts, Alfalfa, Clover (what kind), Canada Field Peas, Garden Peas or Beans.
Full Farmogerm Literature mailed on request.
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Sundry Articles for the Gardener’s Use
DANDELION WEED KILLER.— A brass tube,
to be filled with gasoline or kerosene oil and
injected into the roots of the weeds. It inserts
a few drops of oil, which kills the plant. Price,
by mail $1.15 postpaid. By express $1.00.
THREE PRONG HAND WEEDER.— Made of
steel and is a handy little tool for cultivating
plants and flowers. By mail 20 cts. each post-
paid. By express 15 cts. each.
GARDEN TROWEL.— Made of the best steel.
By mail 35 cts. each postpaid. By express 25
cts. each.
GARDEN LINE.— 50-ft. length. By mail 35
cts. postpaid. By express 25 cts.
JUTE TWINE. — For bunching vegetables, tie-
ing up tomatoes, grape vines, etc.; 2-ply or 3-
ply. 22 cts. per lb.; 5 lbs. and over at 20 cts.
|{ By mail 30 cts. lb. postpaid.
BINDER TWINE.— Standard, 5-lb. ball, 70 cts.; 50- lb. bale,
$6.00, by express.
HOT BED SASH.— Open (without glass), made of cypress,
either grooved, or rabbited, to fit glass; $1.10 each.
GLASS FOR HOTBED. — Per box of 150 lights 6x8, $3.25; pe
box of 90 lights, 8x10, $3.25.
ASPARAGUS KNIVES. — Very useful and convenient for cui
ting Asparagus. 40 cts. each by mail postpaid. By expre.,
35 cts. each.
BARKER’S WEEDER AND MULCHER.— This hand wfeede
is made on the order of a revolving roller, and cuts every spri
of grass and weeds and mulches and pulverizes the ground at on
operation. It is a splendid little implement and labor save
Especially recommended for cultivation of onions and other sma
vegetables. 6-in. width, $4.00.
BERRY BASKETS. — For packing strawberries, raspberries an
fruits. Packed 1000 to the crate.
1 quart size (oblong)
Per 100
Per IOC
$ .60
$4.00
60
4.00
1.00
8.00
1.00
9.50
1.25
10.50
.... 1.40
12.00
INDEX
Page
Artichoke 39
Asparagus 4, 17
Beans, Dwarf Snap 4, 5
Beans, Pole Snap 5
Beans, Lima 6
Beans, Soja 40
Beans, Navy 40
Beans, Velvet 40
Brussels Sprouts 6
Beets 7
Berry Baskets 48
Bird Seed 43
Broom Corn 41
Buckwheat 41
Bulbs 32
Barley 40
Cabbage 8, 9
Cantaloupe 13
Carrot 9
Cauliflower ...9
Chufas 41
Collards 6
Celery 9
Page
Corn, Garden 10
Corn, Field .’37, 38
Corn, Salad 6
Cucumber 11
Cress 11
Clover Seed 35
Egg Carriers 45
Egg Plant 11
Endive 11
Flaxseed 43
Flower Seeds 24-32
Fertilizers 47, 48
Farmogerm 48
Glass for hotbeds 48
Grass Seeds 34-36
Gourds 31
Hotbed Sash and Glass 48
Herbs 11
Insecticides 49
Incubators and Brooders 44
Kaffir Corn 39
Kale 12
Kohl Rabi 11
Page
Lawn Grass 1
Leek 11
Lettuce 12
Melon, Water 14
Milo Maize 39
Millet 39
Mustard 15
Oats 40
Onion Seed 15
Onion Sets 15
Okra 15
Parsley 17
Parsnip 17
Peas, Garden 16
Peas, Field 38, 39
Peanuts 41
Pepper 17
Planet Jr. Garden Tools 33
Plants 17
Potatoes, Irish 18, 19
Potatoes, Sweet 19
Poultry Food, Remedies and
Supplies 42, 46
Pag
Pumpkin ‘
Radish 1
Rape <
Rhubarb Roots and Seed 1
Rye ‘
Salsify 1
Sorghums 3
Sprayers and Dusters 4
Spinach 2
Squash ; 2
Sunflower 30, 4
Sudan Grass 3
Seed Sowers 4
Teosinte 4
Tobacco 2
Tomato 2 1
Tuberose Bulbs 3 1
Turnip 2 :
Twine 4 j
Vegetable Plants 1
Vetches 4
Wheat “)i
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DIGGS & BEADLES
(Incorporated 1902)
SEED MERCHANTS, RICHMOND, VA.
It frequently occurs that the prices of articles may have changed between the time
our catalogue is printed and receipt of orders, when such is the case on paid orders,
if the article ordered is cheaper, we will send the value of same at the ruling prices.
If the articles ordered are higher, we will deduct the quantity to meet the amount
of remittances. It also frequently occurs that our stock of some articles are ex-
hausted when orders are received. Should such be the case with any article ordered
by you, can we substitute the nearest similar article?
Answer here, yes or no ( ).
For full instructions about ordering, read “Important Notes” front of catalog
Diggs & Beadles, Inc.,
give no warranty, ex-
press or implied, as to
description, quality, pro-
ductiveness, or any
other matter of any
Seeds, Bulbs or Plants
they send out, and will
not be responsible for
the crop.
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INSECTICIDES
Poisons and Liquids Cannot Be Sent by Parcels Post.
These Quotations are by Express or Freight, Except Where Noted.
ed, may be mixed with water,
I % lb. Bug Death to 1 gallon
r. Lb. 20 cts.; 3-lb. pkg. 45
5 lbs. 60 cts.; 12% lbs. $1.25;
3. keg $8.00.
TMIGATING SULPHUR
DLES. — Contain sufficient sul-
to burn three hours. They
excellent for ridding poultry
■s, dog kennels, cellars, out-
«, etc., of certain insect pests
nany disease germs. Price, by
20 cts. each; $1.65 doz. post-
By express 15 cts each; doz.
HAMMOND’S SLUG SHOT.— A
very effective insect destroyer and
one of the cheapest and best pow-
ders for destroying potato bugs and
other insects. It comes ready for
use and is applied dry. 5-lb. pkg.
35 cts.;, 100-lbs. $6.00. We also have
this in a small size. 1-lb. filled
canister, with perforated top ready
for dusting on, 15 cts. each.
Pamphlet giving full information
on request.
BUG DEATH. — A safe and sure
insect destroyer. Will not burn the
vine or leaf. Promotes growth and
increases yield. Harmless to ani-
mals. Safe to handle. Will not
wash off; may be used drv, or if
TI - CROW CORN OIL.— A ■ -
ration of oil to prevent crows Pat- March 16 and Nov. 9, 1897,
blackbirds from pulling up Pat. in Canada Nov. 2 1897..
oung corn. Just put the corn and 2S» 190a
8 0l1 and plant it when it has dried. The crows will leave
unfield as soon as they pull a few grains. It does not in
-st injure the germination of the corn. Price, 1 pint can
; 1 qt. can 40 cts.
- GUARANTEED
guarantee this preparation or we will return
n chase price. Thousands of cans have been
nder the “money-hack” guarantee, and we
ghly believe that Guaranteed Cattle Oil is
asting and satisfactory than any other fly
ifactured. We claim that when properly
TiH protect cattle all day in ordinary
r. -It does not blister the animal or taint the milk, and is
agreeable to use. Price, 1 qt. 25 cts.; 1 gal. 75 cts.
liliPp
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STERLING WORTH HI
Liquid Bordeaux
It is a remedy and preventive for treating
certain fungous diseases. It controls and pre-
vents certain scab, leaf spots and sooty mould
of the apple, and many of the rusts, leaf blightf
of currant and gooseberry, celery and pear blight;
also many fungous diseases, blights and leaf
..it attack shade trees. Price, 1 qt. 35 cts.; 1 gal. $1.00;
-\AU-X MIXTURE.— In powdered form to be diluted
^non each pkg. 1-lb. pkg. 30 cts.; 5-lb. pkg. $1.25;
INGWORTH CUT WORM KILLER. — It is a coarse pow-
-prinkling near the plants to be protected. It has an
jdor and the worms prefer it to vegetation. It is non-
- and chickens or birds will not be poisoned if they eat
s killed by it. 1 lb. 25 cts.
LEMON OIL INSECTICIDE. — Highly recommended for destroy-
ing mildew and insects on house plants, poultry and pet stock.
%-pt. can 25 cts.; 1-qt. can 40 cts.
cts.; 5 lbs. 60 cts.
Makes an excellent wash for trees and
plants where insects and eggs affect the bark,
and for smearing on the trunks of trees to
prevent worms from crawling up. 1-lb. 15
PARIS GREEN. — Is effective for destroying potato bugs and
other insects. Is a very strong poison, and should be used care-
fully. Mix 1 lb. Paris Green to 150 gallons of water. % lb. 15
cts.; % lb. 25 cts.; 1 lb. 45 cts.; 5-lb. pkg. at 40 cts. per lb.
LIME AND SULPHUR WASH. — For spraying fruit trees and
all nursery stock. For destroying San Jose scale and other
diseases and insects. Full directions for using with each package.
1 qt. 25 cts.; 2 qts. 40 cts.; gal. 75 cts.; 5 gals. $2; 10 gals. $3.25;
bbl. of 50 gals. $10.00.
SOLUBLE SULPHUR COMPOUND. — This in in a dry form and
should be diluted with water at the rate of 10 lhs. to 50 gallons
of water. Recommended for destroying sucking insects and fun-
gous diseases. 1 lb. 30 cts.; 5-lb. pkg. $1.00; 10-lb. pkg. $1.75.
POWDERED ARSENATE OF LEAD.— This should be mixed
thoroughly with a. small quantity of water to a cream consistency,
then add the required amount of water according to directions
on each package, %-lb. pkg. 25 cts.; 1-lb. pkg. 45 cts.; 5-lb.
pkg. $1.60.
FUNGI-BORDO. — This is a convenient, ever-ready dry Bordeaux
Mixture concentrate, for spraying fruit trees, shrubs, vegetables,
etc. It is in a dry powdered form and should be diluted with
water. 1 lb. with 6 gallons of water. Full directions with each
package. 1-lb. can 30 cts.; 5-lb. can $1.25; 10-lb. can $2.00.
TUBER TONIC. — A dry powdered combination Potato spray,
is especially recommended for Potato bugs and similar insects as
well as a preventive of blight. To be diluted in water. Full
directions with each package. 1-lb. pkg. 40 cts.
CHLORO-NAPTHOLEUM. — A splendid disinfectant to be used
around stables, cow barns, hog pens, poultry houses, etc. Is also
recommended for spraying stock to keep off flies and other insects
and is a preventive and cure for sores, scabs and other skin dis-
eases. Dairymen and stock raisers will And this a very desirable
disinfectant and vermin destroyer. 1 q t. 60cts.; 2 qts. $1.00;
1 gal. $1.50.
SULPHUR. — Recommended to be used on Irish Potato tubers
when planting, at the rate of about 1 lb. of Sulphur to 1 bushel
of Potatoes, it prevents the bleeding of Potatoes and is also a
preventive of scab. 8 cts. per lb.; 10 lbs. or over, at 6 cts. per lb.
Barrel price on application.
RAT CORN. — A dry powder or meal to be mixed with any food
that rats and mice will eat. It is an effective poison and the
dead rats leave no odor as they are mummi-
fied by eating this poison. Small pkg. 25 cts.;
large pkg. 50 cts.
“BLACK LEAF 40.” — This is a concen-
trated solution of Nicotine Sulphate, manu-
factured by The Kentucky Tobacco Product
Company and guaranteed to contain not less
than 40% nicotine by weight. It is perfectly
soluble in cold water; does not clog the noz-
zle nor corrode the spray outfit; can be com-
bined and applied with Lime-Sulphur, Bor-
deaux, Pyrox, Arsenate of Lead. Atomic Sul-
phur and such sprays. It is highly recom-
mended by State and Government experts.
It is used as a safe and effective spray for
plant lice (aphids), thrips, leaf-hoppers and
similar insect pests in the truck garden, or-
chard, flower garden, grove, park, vineyard,
etc. Circular giving full information and in-
structions on request. 1 oz. 25 cts.; makes
6 gallons; % lb. 75 cts., makes 40-150 gal-
lons; 2 lbs. $2.50, makes 160-600 gallons;
10 lbs. $10.75; makes 800-3000 gallons.
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