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GARDEN
P. B. MINGLE CO.
103 MARKET ST.
PHILADELPHIA - PA.
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THE 8512 YEAR
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MINGLE’S SEEDS
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The firm of P. B. Mingle Co. has been engaged in the seed business in the same building, No. 103 Market Street and No. 4
North Front Street, uninterruptedly, since 1837, and is well known among its patrons as headquarters for Clover, Grass and
Vegetable Seeds; Bulbs, Roots and Plants; Poultry, Farm and Garden Supplies, being one of the largest handlers in this State.
Strict personal application to the details of so large a business has earned them a valuable reputation as thoroughly reliable
seedsmen, whose representations as to the quality of the goods they offer can implicitly be relied upon.
General Directions to Customers
The attention of our Customers is respectfully called to the following directions^ which will if
followed, be an aid to purchasers as well as ourselves.
ORDER EARLY
We aim to execute all orders as soon as received, but during
the rush season in April and May, delays are unavoidable,
which, however, can be largely overcome by our patrons
anticipating their wants and ordering and taking delivery of
their requirements early.
USE THE ORDER SHEET
We place an order sheet in each catalogue. Please use same
in ordering. It will aid us considerably in getting up your
orders.
Please remember to write on each order your Name, Post-
Office, County and State, also give number of street or
P. 0. Box as distinctly as possible; also, the Nearest Express
Office, or, if on a stage route, send us special directions, giving
us the name of the Express Company delivering goods.
TERMS OF SALE
Cash With Order. — Please send money with the order
sufficient to cover the whole bill.
REMITTANCE
Should be made by Post-office Money Order, Drafts on
Philadelphia or New York Banks, or Express Money Orders.
We disclaim all responsibility when remittances are not made
as above directed. Where it is not possible to obtain these,
the letter should be registered. Postage stamps will be found
a convenient method of remitting for small amounts, and can
be used by us to advantage. Coin should not be sent by mail.
PERSONAL CHECKS
From unknown patrons will be cashed before order is
executed.
PROMPT ATTENTION
Anticipating the wishes of our customers, we give orders
our prompt attention on the day they are received, and if for
any reason, delay is unavoidable, we send prompt notice.
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Always state by what method you want goods forwarded,
otherwise we will ship according to our best judgment.
PARCEL POST
Please include parcel post charges, if goods are desired
shipped by this method, where remittance accompanies the
order. (Unless your order calls for goods that we agree to pay
charges on.)
We pay postage on 5c. and 10c. packets and ounces of garden
and flower seeds. Packages of 50 lbs., and under can be sent
by parcel post. Postage in first parcel post zone (50 miles),
is 5c. per lb., and lc. extra for each additional pound. In
second postal zone (100 miles), 5c. per lb., and 2c. extra for
each additional pound. When, owing to bulk or weight, seeds
cannot be sent by mail, we deliver free to express or freight
stations in Philadelphia, the purchaser paying all other trans-
portation charges.
C. O. D. SHIPMENTS
Goods can be sent C. O. D. (with the exception of perishable
items). No C. O. D. shipments for any kind of goods can be
made by express or freight out of town unless a partial remit-
tance accompanies the order.
SPECIAL NOTICE
Market Gardeners, Farmers’ Clubs and Institutions
wanting to purchase seeds in unusually large quantities
should write for special prices. We have made prices
very low in this catalogue, yet when a number of bushels
or pounds are wanted we can frequently supply at a lower
price than by the single pound or bushel. In writing
give us a list of quantities and varieties required and we
will return list promptly with our lowest price for the lot.
Always remember that we can save you money, no
matter where you live.
NON-WARRANTY OF SEEDS
It is a well-known fact that unfavorable weather (cold and
wet, or hot and dry) has an unfavorable bearing on the germi-
nation of seeds, causing partial or complete failure of the crop;
or the seeds may be, and frequently are, destroyed by insects
of various kinds; therefore, while we exercise the greatest
care to have all seeds pure, reliable and true to name, our
seeds are sold without any warranty, expressed or implied,
and without any responsibility on our part as to result of crop.
If the purchaser does not agree to these terms the seeds are
at once to be returned to us.
CORRESPONDENCE
Write us about any seed you would like to know of and
your letter will be answered the same day it is received.
If you wish to know exactly what the freight or express
would be on any article to your station, write us and we
will tell you.
Space in this catalogue will not permit description of
every article we sell, therefore, if there be anything you
wish in our line write us for prices, if we don’t have it we
will get it and if we can’t get it, it is not made.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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REFERENCE TABLES
Handy reference calendar and useful tables for the Farmer, Home Gardener or Florist, which may help to solve quickly all
problems in the sowing or planting of seeds or plants-
FEBRUARY
Sow in Hotbed
Early Beans
Broccoli
Early Cabbage
Forcing Carrot
Early Celery
Cucumber
Eggplant
Early Lettuce
Parsley
Pepper
Radish
Tomato
Try the
Crimson Globe
Beet
this year
it is one
of the best.
MARCH
Sow in Hotbed
Early Beans
Early Beets
Brussels
Sprouts
Early Cabbage
Forcing Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
-Eggplant
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Parsley
Pepper
Radish
Tomato
In Open Ground
Beans, B.
Windsor
Beets
Carrot
Leek
Onion
Peas
Potatoes
Radish
Spinach
Early Turnip
Swppt Peas
APRIL
MAY
JUNE
Sow in Hotbed
in Open Groun
d
Cucumber
Eggplant
Melon
Pepper
Tomato
In Open Ground
Asparagus
I English Beans
Beets
Brussels
Sprouts
Early Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Cress
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Onion
Parsley
Parsnip
Peas
Potatoes
Radish
Spinach
Early Turnip
Artichoke
Asparagus
Beans. Bush &
Running
Beets
Brussels
Sprouts
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Sweet Corn
Cress
Cucumber
Kohlrabi
Leek
Lettuce
Melon
Onion
Parsley
Parsnip
Early Peas
Potatoes
Radish
Salsify
Spinach
Early Turnip
In Open Ground
Beans, Lima &
all other sorts
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels
Sprouts
Late Cabbage
Carrot
Cauliflower
Sweet Corn
Cress
Cucumber
Endive
Kale
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Melon
Nasturtium
Okra
Peas
Potatoes
Pumpkin
Radish
Salsify
Spinach
Squash
Herbs
JULY
In Open Groun
Beans
Beets
Carrot
Sweet Corn
Corn Salad
Cress
Cucumber
Endive
Gherkin
Kale
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Nasturtium
Okra
Peas
Pumpkin
Winter Radish
Spinach
Squash
Turnip
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
In Open Ground
In Open Ground
Beans, Bush
Cabbage for
Tuberous Cher-
coldframes
vil
Cauliflower for
Corn Salad
coldframes
Cucumber
Tuberous Cher-
Endive
vil
Lettuce
Corn Salad
Welsh Onion
Early Peas
Cress
Siberian Kale
Lettuce
Pvadish
Mustard
Spinach
Winter Radish
Turnip
Spinach
Rutabaga
Turnip
A popular Potato
THE RED SKIN
for planting late
in July, look on
page 26 for
description.
Average Amount of Seed and Number of Plants for One Acre.
QUANTITY PER ACRE
Artichoke, 1 oz. to 500 plants 6 oz.
Asparagus, 1 oz. to 800 plants 4 oz.
Asparagus Roots 1000 to 7250
Barley, broadcast 2 to 3 bush.
Beans in drills, @ 2 34 ft 1 34 bush.
Beans Pole, Lima, @ 4x4 ft 15 qts.
Beet, garden, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 7 lbs.
Mangel, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill 5 lbs.
Broccoli, 1 oz. to 5000 plants 2 oz.
Broom Corn, in drills 12 lbs.
Brussels Sprouts, 1 oz. to 5000 plants 2 oz.
Buckwheat 20 lbs.
Cabbage, 1 oz. to 5000 plants 16 oz.
Carrot, 3 4 oz. to 100 ft. of drill .... 3 lbs.
Cauliflower, 1 oz. to 5000 plants . .
Celery, 1 oz. to 15000 plants 8 oz.
Chicory 4 lbs.
Clover, Alsike 12 lbs.
Alfalfa or Lucerne 20 lbs.
Crimson 12 to 15 lbs.
Red 10 to 15 lbs.
Sweet 25 lbs.
White (Dutch) 10 lbs.
Collards, 1 oz. to 5000 plants
Corn, Rice (shelled) 4 lbs.
Field in hills 14 lbs.
Sweet, lb. to 100 hills .... 14 lbs.
for fodder 3 bush.
Corn Salad in drills @ 10 in 25 lbs.
Quantity Per Acre
Cow Peas in drills 60 lbs.
broadcast 34 to 2 bush.
Cress, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill 12 lbs.
Cucumber, 1 oz. to 100 hills 1 to 3 lbs.
in drills 5 lbs.
Dill, oz. to 100 ft. of drill 5 lbs.
Egg Plant, 1 oz. to 2000 plants. ... 4 oz.
Endive, 34 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. ... 4 34 lbs.
Flax, broadcast 30 lbs.
Grass, Blue 34 to 3 bush.
Orchard 1 34 to 2 bush.
Pasture 2 34 to 3 bush
Red Top or herds 1 34 to 2 bush.
Rye 1 34 to 2 bush.
Timothy 12 lbs.
Grass — Millets, German 50 lbs.
Golden 50 lbs.
Hungarian 48 lbs.
Japanese 32 lbs.
Hemp 60 lbs.
Kohl Rabi 4 lbs.
Kale 5 lbs.
Lettuce, in rows @ 2 34 ft 3 lbs.
Leek, in rows @ 2 34 ft 4 lbs.
Lawn Grass 100 lbs.
Melon, Musk, in hills, 5x5 ft 3 to 4 lbs.
Water, in hills, 8x8 ft 4 to 5 lbs.
Mustard, broadcast 34 bush.
Oats 2 to 3 bush.
Okra, in drills. 2 34x 34 ft 25 lbs.
Quantity Per Acre
Onion, in beds for sets 50 lbs.
in rows to make large bulbs . 6 lbs.
Onion Sets, in drills 6 to 12 bush.
Parsnips, in drills, @ 2 34 ft 5 to 10 lbs.
Parsley, in drills, @ 2 ft 5 lbs.
Peas, in drills 1 to 1 34 bush.
broadcast 3 bush.
Pepper, 1 oz. to 1500 plants 3 oz.
Potatoes, cut tubers 10 bush
Pumpkin, in hills, 8x8 ft 8 to 10 lbs.
Radish, in drills, @ 2 ft 6 lbs.
Rye 1 34 to 2 bush.
Sage, in drills 5 to 18 lbs.
Salsify, in drills, @ 2 34 ft 15 lbs.
Spinach, broadcast 30 lbs.
Squash, bush, in hills 4x4 ft. 4 lbs.
running, in hills, 8x8 ft. . . . 3 lbs.
Sudan Grass, broadcast 16 to 24 lbs.
in rows 3to 4 lbs.
Sugar Cane or Sorghum 10 to 12 lbs.
Sunflower 10 lbs.
Tomato Seed, in hills, 4x4 ft 8 oz.
in frame 3 oz.
Turnip, in drills, @ 2 ft 4 lbs.
broadcast 5 lbs.
Vetches, broadcast 50 lbs.
Wheat, in drills 134 bush.
broadcast 2 bush.
Quantity of Seed to Sow a Single Row of 100 Yards
Asparagus
8
oz.
Beans, Bush
3
qts.
Beans, Lima
3
pts.
Beans, Pole
3
pts.
Beet
5
oz.
Broccoli
1
oz.
Brussels Sprouts
1
oz.
Cabbage
2
oz.
Carrot
3
oz.
Cauliflower
%
oz.
Celery
3
oz.
Collards
2
oz.
Corn
pt.
Cress 4
Cucumber 4
Egg Plant 1
Endive 2
Kohl Rabi 2
Leek 2
Lettuce 2
Melon, Water 3
Melon, Citron 2
Mustard 4
Okra 12
Onion (for large bulbs) 2
Onion (for sets) 8
oz.
Parsley .
oz.
Peas
oz.
Pepper . .
oz.
Pumpkin
oz.
Radish . .
oz.
Rhubarb
oz.
Salsify . .
oz.
Spinach .
oz.
Squash . .
oz.
Tomato .
oz.
Turnips .
oz.
Parsnip .
2 oz.
3 qts.
1 oz.
2 oz.
6 oz.
4 oz.
4 oz.
6 oz,
3 oz.
1 oz.
3 oz.
3 oz.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
REFERENCE TABLES (Continued)
Time Required for Maturity of Different
Garden Crops Reckoned from Day of Planting
the Seed.
Beans — String. . . .
Beans — Shell
Beets — Table
Beets — Stock
Cabbage — Early. .
Cabbage — Late . . .
Cauliflower
Corn
Egg Plant
Lettuce — H eading
Melon — Water. . .
Melon — Musk . . .
Onion
Pepper
Radish
Squash — Summer .
Squash — Winter. .
Tomato
Turnip
35 to 65 days
65 to 75 days
65 days
150 days
105 days
150 days
110 days
75 days
150 to 160 days
65 days
120 to 140 days
120 to 140 days
135 to 150 days
140 to 150 days
30 to 40 days
60 to 65 days
125 days
150 days
60 to 70 days
Number of Plants Produced from an
Ounce of Seed
Average Time Required for Garden Seed
to Germinate
Asparagus .
Broccoli . . .
Cabbage. . .
Cauliflower
Celery
Egg Plant.
Endive
Kale
Leek
Lettuce. . . .
Pepper. . . .
Tomato. . .
Sage
Thyme
Plants
about 300
*' 2.000
“ 2,000
“ 2,000
“ 3,000
“ 1,000
“ 3,000
“ 2,000
“ 1,000
“ 3,000
“ 2,000
“ 3,000
“ 1,000
“ 5,000
Beans
Beets
Cabbage . . .
Carrot
Cauliflower
Corn
Cucumber.
Endive ....
Lettuce
Onion
Pea
Parsnips. . .
Parsley ....
Peppers . . .
Radish. . . .
Salsify
Tomato. . . .
Turnip. . . .
5 to 10 days
7 to 10 days
5 to 10 days
12 to 18 days
5 to 10 days
5 to 8 days
6 to 10 days
5 to 10 days
6 to 8 days
7 to 10 days
6 to 10 days
10 to 20 days
15 to 21 days
9 to 14 days
3 to 6 days
7 to 12 days
6 to 12 days
4 to 8 days
FOREIGN NAMES OF VEGETABLES AND HERBS
ENGLISH FRENCH ITALIAN POLISH SPANISH GERMAN
Anise
Artichoke
Asparagus
Balm
Basil
Beans
Beet
Borage
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts . . .
Cabbage
Cabbage, Savoy . . .
Caraway
Carrot
Cauliflower
Celery
Celeriac
Chervil
Chicory
Coriander
Corn Salad ........
Corn
Cress
Cress, Water
Cucumber
Dandelion
Dill
Egg Plant
Endive, Curled ....
Endive, Broad Leaf
Fennel
Garlic
Horehound
Horse Radish
Hyssop
Kale
Kohl Rabi
Lavender
Leek
Lettuce
Marjoram
Melon
Melon, Water
Mushroom
Nasturtium
Okra
Onion
Parsley
Parsnip
Peas
Pepper
Pumpkin
Radish
Rhubarb
Rosemary
Rue
Ruta Baga
Saffron
Sage
Salsify
Sorrel
Summer Savory. . . .
Spinach
Squash
Swiss Chard
Thyme
Tomato
Turnip
Wormwood
. Anis Aniso, Anacio
. Artichaut Articiocca
. Asperge Sparagio
. Melisse citronelle Melissa
. Basilic grand Basilico
. Haricots Fagiuoli
. Betterave Barbabietola
. Bourrache Boragine
. Chou Brocoli Brocoli
.Chou de Bruxelles Cavolo di Brusselles
. Chou pomme Cavolo cappuccio . . .
. Chou de Milan Cavolo di Milano . . .
. Cumin des pres Carvi
. Carotte Carota
. Chou-fleur Cavoloflore
. Celeri Sedano
. Celeri-rave Sedano-rapa
. Cerfeuil Cerfoglio
.Chicoree sauvage Cicoria selvatica. . .
. Coriandre Coriandorlo
. Mache V’aleriana
. Mais Mais
. Cresson alenois Agretto
. Cresson de fontaine Nasturzio aquatico .
. Concombre Cetriolo
. Pissenlit Dente di leone
. Aneth Aneto
. Aubergine Petronciano
. Chicoree Endive Endivia
. Chicoree-Scarole Ronde .... Endivia Scariola . . .
. Fenouil Finocchio
, Ail Aglio
. Marrube blanc Marrubio
. Raifort sauvage Rafano
. Hyssope Issopo
. Chou vert Cavolo verde
. Chou-rave Cavolo rapa
La vende Lavanda
Poireau Porro
. Laitue Lattuga
, Marjolaine Maggiorana
, Melon Popone
. Melon d’eau Melone d’aqua
.Champignon Fungo pratajolo
. Capucine Nasturzio
, Gombaud . . Ocra
Ognon Cipollo
Persil Prezzemolo
, Panais Pastinaca
Pois Pisello
. Piment Peperone
, Potiron Zucca
Radis Ravanello
Rhubarbe Rabarbaro
Romarin Rosmarino
Rue
Chou-navet Cavolo navone
Safran Zafferano
Sauge Salvia
Salsifis Sassefrica
Oseille Acetosa
Sarriette annuelle Santoreggia
Epinard Spinace
Courge Zucca
Poiree Bieta
Thym Timo
Pomme d’Amour Porno d’oro
Navet Navone
Absinthe Assenzio
Anyz
Karczochy
Szparagi
. Balsam
Bazylia
Fasola
Buraki
Boraz
Brokuly
Latorvil
Kapusta
Sabaudzka Kapusta
Kminek
Marche w
. Kalafiory
Selery
Selery (Korzen) ....
Czechrzyca
Cykorya
Koledra
Ziarno Salaty
Kukurydza
Rzerzucha
Rzerzucha wodna . . .
Ogorek
Papawa
Koper
Gruszka milosna . . .
Endywia
Koper
Czosnek
Marubium. . .
Chrzan
Hyzop
Solanka
Kalarepa
Lawenda
Pory
Salata
Majeranek. . .
Melon
Melon, wodny
Grzyb
Nasturcya
Cebula
Pietruszka. . .
Pasternak . .
Groch
Pieprz
Bania
Rzodkiew . . .
Rubarbarum
Rozmaryn . . .
Ruta
Szafran
Szalwija
Jarzy, Ostryga. .
, Szczaw
Caber ogrodowy
Szpinak
Miekurz
Macierzanka . . .
Pomidor
Rzepa, brukiew
Piotun
. Anis, Matalahuga . . .
. Alcachofa
. Esparrago
.Toronjil, Citronella. ,
. Albaca
. Habichuela
. Remolacha
. Borraja
. Broculi
. Bretones de Bruselas
. Col repello
. Col de Milan
. Comino
. Zanahoria
. Coliflor
. Apio
. Apio-nabo
. Perifollo
. Achicoria
. Culantro
. Canonigos
. Maiz
. Mastuerzo
Berro . . :
Cohombro
. Diente de leon
. Eneldo
. Berengena
. Endivia
. Escarolo
. Hinojo
. Ajo
. Marrubio
. Taramago
. Hisopo
. Breton, Berza
.Col rabano
. Espliego
. Puerro
. Lechuga
. Mejorana
. Melon
. Sandia
Seta
. Capuchina
. Gombo
. Cebolla
. Perejil
. Chirivia
. Guisante
. Pimiento
. Calabaza totanera . . .
. Rabanito
. Ruibarbo
, Romero
. Ruda
.Col nabo, Nabicol . . .
. Azafran
, Salvia
. Salsifi bianco
. Acedera
Ajedrea comun
. Espinaca
. Calabaza
. Bleda
. Tomillo
. Tomate
Nabo
Ajenjo
.Anis, Griiner Anis
. Artischoke
. Spargel
. Citronen-Melisse
. Basilikum
. Bohnen
. Rube
. Boretsch
. Spargelkohl
. Rosenkohl
. Kopfkohl, Kraut
. Wirsing
. Feld-Kiimmel
. Carotten, Mohren
. Blumenkohl
. Sellerie
. Knoll-Sellerie
. Kerbel
. Cichorienwurzel
. Coriander
. Feldsalat
. Mais
. Garten-Kresse
Brunnenkresse
Gurken
. Lowenzahn
Dill
. Eierpflanze
. Endivien
. Escariol
. Fenchel
. Knoblauch
. Andorn
. Meer Rettig
. Isop
. Blatterkohl
. Knollkohl
. Lavendel
. Porree, Lauch
. Lattich, Kopf salat
. Majoran
. Melone
. Wasser-Melone
. Schwamm
. Kapuciner Kresse
. Ocher
. Zwiebel
. Petersilie
. Pastinake
. Erbsen
. Pfeffer
Melonen-Kiirbiss
. Radies
. Rhabarber
. Rosmarin
. Raute
. Kohlrube, Wrucken
. Safran
. Salbei
Haferwurzel
. Sauerampfer
. Bohnenkraut
. Spinat
Kurbiss
Beisskohl
. Thymian
Liebesapfel
Weisse-Riibe
Wermuth
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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REFERENCE TABLES (Continued)
Number of plants to the acre at given distances
Dis. apart
No. plants
Dis. apart
No. plants
Dis. apart
No. plants
Dis. apart
No. plants
12 x 1 In. . . .
522,720
24 x 24 In
10,890
36x36 In. . . .
4,840
60 x 60 In. . .
1 743
12 x 3 “ .. . .
174,240
30 x 1 “ . . . .
209,088
42 x 12 44 ...
12,446
8 x 1 Ft.. . .
5T45
12 x 12 “ . . .
43,560
30 x 6 “
34,848
42 x 24 44 . . .
...... 6,223
8 x 3 “ . . .
1 815
16 x 1 “
392,040
30x12 “
17,424
42 x 36 44 . . .
4,148
8 x 8 44 . . .
680
18 x 1 “ . . .
348,480
30 x 16 “
13,068
48 x 12 44 ...
10,890
10 x 1 “ .
4 356
18 x 3 “ . . .
116T60
30x20 “
10,454
48 x 18 “ . . .
7,790
10 x 6 44 .
726
18 x 12 “ . . .
29,040
30x24 “
8,712
48 x 24 44 ...
5,445
10 x 10 44 .
435
18x 18 “ . . .
19,360
30x30 “ . . . .
6,970
48 x 30 44 ...
4^356
12 x 1 44 . . .
3,630
20 x 1 “ . . .
313,635
36 x 3 “ .
58,080
48 x 36 44
3,630
1 2 x 5 44 .
736
20x20 “ . . .
15^681
36 x 12 “
14,520
48 x 48 44 ... .
2,723
12x12 “
302
24 x 1 “
261,360
36x 18 “
9,680
60 x 36 44 ... .
2,901
16 x 1 44 .
2 722
24x 18 “ . . . .
15,520
36x 24 “ ....
7,260
60 x 48 44 ... .
2T78
16 x 16 44 ... .
...... 170
Barley
Beans
Buckwheat
Broom Corn
Blue Grass
Clover Seed
Corn, shelled
Corn, on the ear
Flax Seed
German Millet
Hemp Seed
Hungarian Grass Seed
Millet, Japanese
Table Showing the Wei
.... per bushel, 48 lbs.
. . . .per bushel, 60 lbs.
.... per bushel, 48 lbs.
.... per bushel, 46 lbs.
.... per bushel, 14 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 60 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 56 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 70 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 56 lbs.
. . . .per bushel, 50 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 40 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 48 lbs.
. . . . per bushel, 30 lbs.
ght of Various Articles.
Oats
Onion Sets
Orchard Grass
Perennial Rye Grass. .
Peas
Red Top Grass Seed. .
Rye
Spinach
Timothy Seed
Top Onions
Turnips
Vetches
Wheat
per bushel, 32 lbs.
per bushel, 32 lbs.
per bushel, 14 lbs.
per bushel, 24 lbs.
per bushel, 60 lbs.
per bushel, 10 lbs.
per bushel, 56 lbs.
per bushel, 40 lbs.
per bushel, 45 lbs.
per bushel, 28 lbs.
per bushel, 55 lbs.
per bushel, 60 lbs.
per bushel, 60 lbs.
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Alfalfa, Clovers, CowPeas, Soy Beans, Vetches
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WITH
Small Cost
Large Returns
Easy to use
No Labor Expense
Mulford Cultures contain pure, tested strains of active, vigorous nitrogen-fixing bacteria, for inoculating seeds of legumes
or soil.
Mulford Cultures are scientifically prepared and tested with the utmost care and skill. Enormous numbers of these very
valuable and desirable bacteria are thus available to you in every package of Mulford Culture and may readily be applied to
your seed. The sealed bottle insures purity.
Legumes offer the best-known means of maintaing soil fertility and rejuvenating over-cropped and worn-out fields.
They add both humus and nitrogen to your soil and thus increase your yield of wheat, cotton, corn and other non-legume crops.
The U. S. Department of Agriculture and many State Agricultural Experiment Stations recommend inoculation of
legumes with nitrogen-fixing bacteria to induce a prompt “catch” and increase your yield.
Mulford Cultures are scientifically prepared and tested by experts in the biological laboratories of H. K. Mulford Co.,
Philadelphia, U. S. A., with the same degree of care as Mulford Antitoxins, Serums, Vaccines, etc., which are standard all over
the world.
Always specify on your order what crop you want to inoculate, as there is a different strain of bacteria for each legume.
ALFALFA
CRIMSON CLOVER
SWEET CLOVER
WHITE CLOVER
RED CLOVER
ALSIKE CLOVER
Mammoth Clover
BURR CLOVER
Yellow Clover
Berseem Clove-
COW PEAS
SOY BEANS
Canada Field Peas
PEANUTS
VETCH
Horse Beans
VELVET BEANS
Perennial Peas
SWEET PEAS
GARDEN PEAS
GARDEN BEANS
LIMA BEANS
Lupins
Sainfoin
Lespedeza
Beggar Weed
Kudzu
and others
Alfalfa plant on left not
Inoculated. Plant on right
Inoculated with Mulford
Culture for Alfalfa. All
other conditlonsidentical.
This contrast speaks for
Itself.
Those printed in CAPITAL LETTERS can be shipped im-
mediately from stock. The others will be prepared to order and
can be supplied in a few days.
PRICES
Mulford Cultures are supplied for the
varieties of legumes listed, at the following
prices:
5-Acre Size, $5.00 (“Dollar per Acre”)
1-Acre Size $1.50
1-4 Acre Size 75
Small Size (Supplied only in 4 varieties,
for Garden Peas, Garden Beans, Lima
Beans and Sweet Peas) 35
These Prices include delivery on freight
shipments.
FREE DESCRIPTIVE FOLDER SENT UPON REQUEST
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CLOVER SEEDS
ALFALFA — Alfalfa is the most talked of and most widely
planted of all the varieties of clover in the world.
The U. S. Department of Agriculture says: “In addition to
the hay crop, Alfalfa at two years adds $100 to the value of
every acre on which it grows. There is no State in the Union
in which Alfalfa cannot be successfully grown.” This is saying
a good deal but it has been proven true.
Alfalfa will produce 4 to 6 tons of hay to the acre each year
and in money value is worth 45 per cent, more than other
clovers and 60 per cent, more than Timothy hay. It will
grow 4 crops a year and it does not exhaust the soil; it enriches
the soil. Its long, branching roots penetrate far down, 15 to
20 feet, and so loosen the subsoil that it is a gigantic subsoiler,
resists drought, and gets plant food where other crops would
be a failure. When the plants are destroyed in order to raise
other crops on Alfalfa Land, the large roots decay and produce
a vast source of fertility to be used by following crops.
It is said that the feeding value of a ton of Alfalfa is equal
to a ton of shelled corn.
Many other interesting facts might be given about Alfalfa.
We can’t say too much for it because it’s a working plant
which is changing the destiny of many farming sections. No
farmer with stock can afford to let it go without trial.
Although fall sowing is preferable, good results can be
obtained from early spring sowing. Give it care and attention,
especially the first year, and your trial will show you that you
cannot afford to be without it. Get it thoroughly established by
first preparing your land, applying plenty of lime, and before
seeding you should inoculate the seed. If your land has never
had Alfalfa growing on it before be sure to inoculate the seed
with nitrogen gathering bacteria for Alfalfa, for without inoc-
ulation your success is exceedingly doubtful. The Alfalfa bac-
teria, Mulford’s Nitro Culture, is fully described on page 3.
When once established, Alfalfa is the most valuable perman-
ent clover that can be grown. It is adapted to all parts of the
United States and has the highest feeding value of any hay
Do not sow’ on wret ground, high and rather dry being prefer-
able, and only cut when coming into bloom. Sow 20 lbs. per
acre. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
ALSIKE CLOVER — Alsike Clover grows thicker and is finer
in growth than Red Clover, making better hay and probably
more and better grazing. It is also hardier, resisting extremes
of heat and drought and also severely cold weather to a re-
markable extent. It is perennial and does not Winter kill. It
succeeds on a variety of soils, light upland loamy lands as well
as stiff bottom lands. It will do better on moist land than any
other Clover. It is surer to give a good stand and make good
crops than either the Red or Mammoth Clover, and in sections
w’here these Clovers have been uncertain Alsike is superseding
them altogether. When sown with other grasses it forms a
quick undergrowth and greatly increases the yield. It is wrell
adapted for sow’ing w’ith Red Clover, Timothy, Herd’s Grass, as
it matures with these grasses, but flowering a little later than
Red Clover.
Sow’ in the Spring or Fall at the rate of 12 lbs. per acre.
Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
CRIMSON OR SCARLET CLOVER— Or more commonly
called Scarlet, Italian or German Clover, is an annual of
French origin, makes a grow’th from 20 to 30 inches high, hat
a bright crimson blossom from 1V2 to 3 inches long, and when
in full bloom with its luxuriant growth of green foliage and
its crimson bloom, is a thing of beauty. It is a winter crop,
and should be sown in July, August or September of each year
As a manurial crop it is worth in fertilizer value thirty to
forty dollars per acre. Sow at rate of 15 lbs. per acre. Per
bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
MAMMOTH. SAPLING OR PEA VINE CLOVER— This Is
similar to Medium or Common Red Clover both in the ap-
pearance of the seed and its habit of growth, the difference
being that it usually grows larger and is later maturing. It is
considered superior as an improver on account of the extra
growth. It is a good variety for thin soils, or to seed with
Timothy, meadow Fescue or Herds Grass or Red Top. as it
matures about the same time as these grasses. Is best
adapted for ploughing under as green manure; it grows five
or six feet high, has large, coarse stalks, which are not liked
by cattle. It is not ready to cut for hay until long after the
common variety, and when cut leaves the ground bare, making
no second growth. Sow about 12 lbs. per acre, if sown alone:
or with Timothy sow 6 lbs. of the clover and 8 lbs. of Timothy
which should make a liberal seeding. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Mar-
ket Price
MEDIUM, OR COMMON RED — This is the most important
of all varieties of Clover for practical farm purposes; makes
excellent pasturage, and fine hay crops when sown with Tim-
othy, Orchard and other grasses, as the latter ripen about the
same time. It is one of the best fodders for milch cows or
sheep, and improves the land by adding humus to the soil.
It is a perennial, growing to a height of 1% to 2 feet, yields
crops several years from one seeding, and on good land, yields
two to three cuttings annually. It should be cut for hay when
in full bloom.
Sown by itself sow, either in Fall (July 1st to Sept. 5th)
or in Spring (Feb. 1st to April 15th) at the rate of twelve to
fifteen pounds per acre, according to nature of the soil. Per
bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
WHITE BLOSSOM, SWEET CLOVER OR BOKHARA — Is a
hardy biennial plant of an erect and branching habit.
It starts up early in the Spring and in its second year it
reaches a height of from 5 to 12 feet, blooms, matures its seed
and dies.
However, there is usually enough seed scattered to reseed,
and the crop is continuous unless cut before seed ripens.
When young it resembles Alfalfa. Sweet Clover has a
peculiar bitter taste. The flowers and leaves possess an odor
like vanilla. It is an excellent bee food. Grows well in all
climates and soils, whether gravel, clay or sand.
Stands droughty weather equally as well as alfalfa, yet will
grow in wet places.
Is a deep rooting legume, storing up Nitrogen like Cow
Peas, thus possessing great fertilizing properties. Two crops
can be cut in a season. It is a good silo feed.
Sow in Fall or Spring, 15 to 20 lbs. per acre. Per bushel
(60 lbs.) Market Price
YELLOW ANNUAL SWEET — This being only an annual
and much smaller in grow’th, is not so desirable. To be sown
early in Spring at rate of 25 lbs. per acre. Per bushel (60 lb#.)
Market Price.
WHITE DUTCH CLOVER — A small, low growing variety,
with creeping stems; mixed with Blue grass or Perennial Rye
Grass, or Timothy, it makes a permanent pasture of great
value. It is very largely used in lawn and pasturage mix-
tures, and is indigenous to the soils throughout this section.
It makes a small, close, compact growth, covering the ground
like a carpet. Succeeds and does well all throughout the
North. Its blossoms are round, white, tinged with red, and
sw’eet scented; stems fine and palatable, with numerous leaves
of bright green color, blotched with white. Sow either in the
Spring or Fall. When sow’n by itself, sow at the rate of
ten lbs. per acre. It is better, however, sown in mixture
with other grasses. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
NITROGEN GATHERING BACTERIA
If you want to increase your yield inoculate the seed before
planting with MULFORD CULTURE. MULFORD CULTURE
offers the best known means of maintaining soil fertility and
rejuvenating over-cropped and worn-out fields.
MULFORD CULTURE: Vi acre size, 75c.; 1 acre size $1.50;
5 acre size $5.00 (“Dollar per Acre”).
When ordering be sure and specify what crop you want to
inoculate, as each leguminous crop requires a separate culture.
FIELD AND FORAGE SEEDS
BARLEY — SIX- ROW ED — Finest sort for growing in Penn-
sylvania or New Jersey. Makes a good stiff straw, standing
up well. Is the earliest among the beardless varieties, making
i quick-growing crop of excellent and nutritious green fodder,
and is growing in popularity wherever used, and will also
make a good grain crop, although its principal value is as an
aarly nutritious forage crop, to feed green or to cure as hay.
If for the latter, it should be cut when in the milky state.
Sow 2% bushels per acre. Per bushel (48 lbs.) Market
Price.
BROOM CORN— EARLY EV E RG R E E N— This variety is
the most popular to sow for market. It is a very bright green
.•olor. Makes by far the best brooms of any corn grown, and
commands the very highest prices. Height, 7 to 8 feet.
Sow in drills 12 lbs. per acre, or if in rows 8 to 10 lbs. per
*cre. Per bushel (46 lbs.) Market Price.
BUCKWHEAT — SILVER HULL — This variety has a large,
plump, silvery grain. The plant continues to bloom longer than
■ommon Buckwheat, thus producing a larger crop. Per bushel
(48 lbs.) Market Price.
BUCKWHEAT (Japanese) — This variety of Buckwheat is
a great improvement over the old kind in the following respects:
The new Japanese grows with astonishing vigor and begins
to mature its grains in about fifty days, its extreme earliness
insuring safety from frosts, where the other kinds often get
caught. 2d. A most valuable quality is its ability to with-
stand wind-storms and not lodge. 3d. It holds its gram in
harvesting. It has been known to stand uncut a month after
its proper time for ripening, and without apparent loss from
lodging or grains separating. 4th. In yield it excels, one
peck yielding from 36 to 52 bushels. Its flour is the whitest
and finest of all Buckwheat. 5th. It will do well on soil too
rich or too poor to support the old varieties. 6th. It will with-
stand sunblight almost perfectly.
Sow one bushel per acre. Per bushel (48 lbs.) Market
Price.
MILLET — GOLDEN MILLET — A much improved variety,
medium early, growing three to five feet high; the heads are
closely condensed, though the spikes are very numerous. It is
an enormous cropper; should be sown not less than one bushel
ner acre, if less will grow coarse and woody, in which state it
is not relished by cattle. Millet is somewhat difficult to cure,
and if it can be matured early enough to get the warm sun of
August or September, it w’ill be a decided advantage, but sixty
days is usually long enough to grow it for hay. It should be
cut for hay as soon as it comes into blossom.
It must be remembered that Tennessee German Millet is
the best in the world, being sown and cultivated for seed and
compared with seed grown elsewhere the Tennessee grown is
purer and better in every way.
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Sow one to one and a quarter bushel per acre. Per bushel
(BO lbs.) Market Price
MILLET— HUNGARIAN — This belongs to the millet fam-
ily. growing less rank, with small stalks often yielding two to
three tons of hay per acre; .like millet it is an annual, and re-
quires to be sown every season, but will produce a larger
return than almost any other crop. Sow one bushel per acre
and cultivate like millet; all kinds of stock eat it with avidity.
Per bushel (48 lbs.) Market Price
MILLET— JAPANESE, OR BARNYARD— Frequently called
the Billion Dollar Grass. An excellent fodder plant, growing
from 6 to 8 feet high, producing 12 to 20 tons of hay per acre.
CANADA FIELD PEAS
Here is a crop which is not only
profitable, but will return to the land
the much needed nitrogen. Peas are
second only to Clover in their soil enriching properties and can
be grown under almost any condition of soil or climate. There
is always a ready market for Peas, or they can be profitably
ground and fed to the stock. The Afines make rich, nutritious
hay. If fed to milch cows, when in a green state, pods, vines
and all, the flow of milk will be almost doubled.
Peas are a paying crop, and can be profitably planted in
many ways.
First. When sown alone about three bushels are required
to the acre. They can be matured and threshed when dry. The
yield will vary from 30 to 60 bushels an acre.
Second. Peas and Oats are frequently soAvn together, using
1 % bushels of Peas and 2 bushels of Oats an acre. By so doing
a double crop can be secured. They can be threshed at one
time and readily separated in cleaning.
Third. They can be sown alone or with Oats and fed green.
It is surprising the amount of fodder which is produced in this
way. If sown together, the Peas should be sown first and plow-
ed under about four inches deep, the Oats may then be drilled in.
Fourth. For plowing under when Peas and Oats are sown
together and each are “in milk” they are nearly equal in value
to Clover, used in the same way to enrich the soil. Sown in
January, February or early March. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market
Price
COW PEAS — The Southern Cow Pea (in reality a bean)
has been cultivated in the South for many years, but only in
recent years has it been demonstrated that most all varieties
are adapted to cultivation throughout the entire United States.
They now are one of our most valuable farm products.
As a fertilizer they come next to clover, to be plowed under
when they commence to blossom; they will grow on land that
will not produce clover.
As a fertilizer crop it excels all others, absorbing from the
air more nitrogen than clover, and drawing from the subsoil
large amounts of potash and phosphoric acid, depositing these
fertilizer elements in the surface soil, just where needed for
succeeding crops.
Cow peas afford excellent midsummer pasturage, but the
best way for using green is to cut and feed to stock. Sow 1%
to 2 bushels per acre broadcast.
BLACK — A standard trailing variety; and very extensively
grown. Very prolific; early to mature; somewhat later than
Whippoorwill. Makes a fine growth of foliage. Per bushel (60
lbs.) Market Price
BLACK-EYE — (Black-eyed Susan, or Sand Pea) — Later
than Whippoorwill. Vines erect. Fodder long. An excellent
soil improver. Similar in growth of vine and action of roots
upon the soil as the other Cow Peas. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Mar-
Ret Price
GRAY CROWDER, OR IMPROVED WHIPPOORWILL—
Very early in maturity. The vines are not runners, but grow
erect in bunches. The seed is brown speckled. Per bushel (60
lbs.) Market Price
NEW ERA — Upright in growth, quicker to mature than
Whippoorwill, prolific in peas. The vines make a large growth,
cure easily, and make fine, dry forage. The seeds are of a
dull red color, and, being smaller than ordinary Cow Peas, less
seed is required to sow an acre, 1 to 1% bushels being ample.
Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
WHIPPOORWILL — An early erect-growing bunch variety.
The seed is brown speckled and more easily gathered than
from the vine-growing sorts. Early in maturity and habit of
growth. Good between corn.
Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
VETCH — SPRING — (Vicia Sativa) — Culture same as for
peas. Valuable as a cover crop. Sow 2 bushels per acre. It
is quicker in growth than Winter Vetch, and makes a splendid
forage and hay crop, and is an excellent soil improver. When
sown with barley or oats use 1 bushel to 30 lbs. Spring Vetch
to the acre. (60 lbs. per bushel) Market Price
VETCH— WINTER (Vicia Villosa, Sand or Hairy Vetch) —
Sand-Vetch is a very valuable forage plant and is rapidly be-
coming extremely popular as year after year the farmers of
this country are learning more of its true value. It is noted
for its extreme hardiness, is highly valuable in the North as a
Winter cover crop to prevent leaching; is also valuable for for-
age and fertilizing purposes. It withstands hard Winters, being
hardier than wheat. It is an annual, but drops its seed freely
and will come up year after year on the same ground. It be-
longs to the pea family, but the vines are nearly twice as long
and leafy as peas. It may be sown in the Spring or Fall with
any crop of grain. It remains green all Winter and is valuable
for early pasturing as well as for fertilizing. It is extremely
early and has enormous value for feeding purposes. Drought,
heat and cold do not affect it. It is eagerly eaten by all kinds
of stock.
If sown in April or early May it can be cut in July. Yields
12 to 20 tons green fodder to the acre. Sow % bushel per acre.
Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
WHEAT — We carry a full line of all the principal varieties
of Seed Wheat when in season. Our stock is all re-cleaned on
our own premises, and customers can rely upon us to furnish
the best and cleanest stock, true to name. Among the sorts
offered are Fulcaster, Fultz, Longberry, Miracle, St. Louis
Prize and others. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
FLAX — Farmers should not lose sight of the fact that Flax
can be raised where Wheat is raised, and where tried has
brought better returns for the amount of labor expended than
Wheat.
Sow 30 to 40 lbs. per acre. Per bushel (56 lbs.) Market
Price
HEMP — This is a crop that deserves more attention. The
fibre is in demand in all markets, and the seed can be marketed
for feed.
Sow 1 to 1 y2 bushels per acre broadcast, or y2 bushel in
drills.
Per bushel (40 lbs.) Market Price
SORGHUM — Early Amber — The earliest in cultivation, black
hulled, most suitable for hay; is a great hog feed. Sow from
April to July at rate of 1 bushel per acre broadcast. In drills,
8 to 12 lbs. Per bushel (50 lbs.) Market Price
SOJA BEAN — Mammoth Yellow — Well adapted for improv-
ing poor soils. Is an immense yielder of excellent fodder rel-
ished by all cattle. Sow May 15th to June 15th. One-half bushel
per acre in drills two and one-half feet apart. Per bushel
(60 lbs.) Market Price
SOJA BEAN — BLACK WILSON — An excellent variety for
Middle and Eastern States. Grows 36 to 44 inches high, branches
well, holds leaves and the seeds do not shatter from pods after
cutting. In Delaware it matured in 115 days, and the plants
held the seed well. Per bushel (60 lbs.) Market Price
KAFFIR CORN — Is becoming more valuable every year be-
cause of its drought resisting qualities. Grows 4 to 5 feet high,
is very stocky and leafy; valuable alike for forage and grata.
Plant from March to July, in rows 3 feet apart, drilling seed
thinly like sorghum. If wanted for grain, principally, let heads
mature on the stalk and then the whole stalk may be cut for
fodder after the seed heads have been cut. If wanted for
fodder, mainly, cut down the stalks when first seed heads
begin to appear, leaving 4 to 5 inches of stubble. From .this
stubble will spring a second growth, making an excellent crop
of forage and a fair crop of grain. Stalks keep green and juicy
to the last. For poultry feed and small grain it is unexcelled.
Sow 5 lbs. per acre in rows 3 feet apart and cultivate same
as corn. For fodder 1 to 1% bushels per acre broadcast or In
drills. Per bushel (50 ibs.) Market Price
OATS — WELCOME — Very plump, heavy grain, and close
husks. In favorable seasons they will weigh from 40 to 45 lbs.
per bushel. This variety grows from 5 to 6 feet high in rich
soil and cool locations. The heads branch freely on all sides,
and are from 16 to 22 inches in length. The straw is straight.
This variety is well suited to the climate of Pennsylvania
and New Jersey. In warmer localities it will not produce so
heavily, nor make such heavy grain. It is early in maturity,
ripening one week ahead of other sorts. It will yield good
crops where other varieties cannot be grown profitably. Per
bushel (32 Ibs.) Market Price
ONION SETS— (See page 23)
RAPE — DWARF ESSEX — This plant is one of the most
valuable forage crops ever introduced into this country and is
highly recommended for succulent forage from early Spring t©
the Winter months. For sheep, swine or poultry it is unexcelled.
The feeding value is very high; it is a great fattener.
This seed may be sown in many ways to suit conditions
existing in various locations. It may be sown in early spring,
or after the soil has produced an early maturing forage crop,
or just before the last cultivation of corn. An acre of rap®
will be ready to pasture is six weeks from time of sowing.
Sow 3 lbs. to an acre in rows 2% feet apart, or broadcast
at rate of 6 lbs. to one acre. Our stock is the genuine Dwarf
Essex and not the worthless annual. Per bushel (50 Ibs.), price
on application.
RYE' — SPRING — This article has proved itself a good cropper
and straw producer. It has come to stay. The growth is as
tall as the Winter variety. It requires 134 to 2 bushels per
acre, and the seed product being 20 to 25 bushels per acre.
A great many people use it in preference to Winter rye,
and think it pays better than oats. Distinct from the ”Winter
rye, grain of finer quality and more productive; and can be
successfully grown in any latitude. It is now being largely
sown in the North in the place of oats, being a more profitable
crop on account of the production of nearly four times the
straw. Per bushel (56 Ibs.) Market Price
RYE — WINTER — This is one of the most important of farm
crops. In the first place it is a sure crop, failures being almost
unknown. Every farmer should have at least a few acres of it.
It is usually sown in the Fall, and as it grows very vigorously,
will furnish pasture till late in the Fall, and also early in the
Spring, before other grasses have made a growth. So it is of
great value to dairy farmers. If sown early in the Spring it
makes an early and abundant pasture, but it makes no grain
crop. Grown for the grain alone it will yield good returns.
It is a good Spring soiling crop, giving the earliest bite of
green stuff, makes fair hay if cut in bloom or before fully
headed out. Useful also for a manuring crop if turned under
in early Spring. Rye improves worn-out soils. Sow at last
working of corn, or by itself from July to November, at the
rate of 1% to 2 bushels per acre. Per bushel (56 Ibs.) Market
Price
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MINGLE’S LAWN GRASS SEEDS
Mingle’s Finest Velvet Lawn Grass. The
making and keeping of a lawn depends largely
upon the thorough preparation of the soil before
the seed is sown, as a good soil foundation is one
of the essentials. The soil should be well drained
and the top soil should be worked to a depth
of 4 to 6 inches and none of the sub-soil brought
to the surface. Work it thoroughly with a fine
steel rake or fine-toothed harrow, crossing and
recrossing to obtain as fine a tilth as possible.
After sowing gently rake seed in, following with
roller, in order to compact the soil around the
seeds to promote better germination.
If grading is necessary to secure an even
surface, first remove and afterwards replace the
top soil after the grading is competed. Tree and
shrub planting, and laying out flower beds,
should be done first. Lawns properly cared for,
well fertilized and kept closely mowed, will
improve year after year. Weeds should be
removed as far as practicable, before sowing.
Lawn grass, to produce a succession of verdure,
must naturally consist of a mixture of several
grasses, as some are more luxuriant in the Spring,
others in Summer, and others again in Autumn.
A proper combination of these various sorts is
required to create and maintain a perfect,
carpet-like lawn, and such is M ingle’s Velvet
Lawn Grass Mixture.
Sow 1 quart of seed for space 10 x 30 feet. Four to five bushels are required for one acre.
Pt., 20c.; qt., 35c.; 2 qts., 60c.; 4 qts., $1.00; pk., $1.75; bushel (20 lbs.), $6.50.
Shady Lawn Grass. On many lawns are bare spots under
the shade trees. Such spots are frequently sour, perhaps covered
with a green scum or moss. In such cases apply hydrated lime,
which is powdered fine, at the rate of one bushel per thousand
square feet, removing all moss or scum first and then loosening
the soil in same manner as already prescribed for regular lawn
making. Our mixture of grass seed for shaded spots is one best
adapted to the requirements of much shaded lawns and will grow
perfectly where ordinary grass mixtures would fail. Sowing
instructions same as for Velvet Lawn Grass.
Pt., 20c.; qt., 35c.; 2 qts., 65c.; 4 qts., $1.25; pk., $2.25;
bushel (20 lbs.), $8.00.
Golf or Putting Greens Mixture. Our mixture of this
grass is giving the best of satisfaction, being composed in proper
proportions of the hardy and dense growing kinds best adapted
for the purpose, standing heat and drought well and of deep
rooting varieties which stand the wear and tear.
Pt., 30c.; qt., 50c.; 2 qts., 90c.; 4 qts., $1.75; pk., $3.25;
bushel (20 lbs.), $12.00.
Terrace or Embankment Grass. Ordinary lawn grass will
not hold the soil on terraces and embankments, -which require a
thick turf, composed of varieties w'hich make strong roots to take
hold of the soil and prevent washing by heavy rains. Our Terrace
Grass is a carefully prepared combination of such grasses as wall
fill the requirements by making a quick growth of grass -which will
form a strong mat and present a good appearance. It will grow'
wrell anywhere, but it is best to enrich the soil, in order to provide
nourishment to the young roots and give a vigorous start to their
growrth.
Qt., 35c.; 2 qts., 60c.; 4 qts., $1.00; pk., $1.75; bushel
(20 lbs.) $6.00.
Green Grass. This is the grass “par excellence’’ for lawns,
making a fine close surface of dark green velvety color. It is
very sensitive to good treatment, and will in most cases drive out
the other grasses and take possession of the soil. Should be
sown not less than four bushels per acre. Per bushel (15 lbs.)
Market Price.
White Clover. Excellent for use on lawms; forms a close
herbage and remains green throughout the season. We furnish
the choicest grade of seed. lb., 20c. ; 1 lb., 65c. ; 10 lbs., $6.00.
Seashore Lawn Grass. A rich, green lawn is especially
desirable at the seashore, but unless the right mixture of grasses
and clover are used the result will be disappointing. Our Sea-
shore Lawm Grass is composed of strong-rooted varieties w'hich
quickly produce a good turf. In preparing the land it should
first be top-dressed with about four inches of good soil, as grass
will not grow well in sand, but the seeds will quickly germinate
in the top-soil and make strong roots, which reach down into
the sand for moisture. In order to keep the seaside lawm in good
condition it should be watered liberally every evening, and also
have an occasional application of pure Bone Meal in order to
keep up a vigorous growth. Qt., 30c.; 2 qts., 50c.; 4 qts.,
90c.; pk., $1.60; bushel (20 lbs.), $6.00.
Pasture Grass Seed (for permanent pastures). Having
given our attention to grasses for this purpose for many years,
and after practical results and experience, wre have succeeded in
creating a mixture wTich we can highly recommend.
If there is any land you wish to set in permanent pasture, we
can supply you with a mixture of any description required or a
special mixture admirably suited for this purpose at a very
reasonable cost. We are headquarters for all kinds of grass
seeds and can save you money on your purchases. Of the
ingredients in it, the Timothy and the Clovers come right along
and give some feed the year of sowdng and a good deal of it the
next year, wrhile it isn’t till that year that the Blue Grass begins
to show'. But wTere the Red Clover begins to disappear and the
Timothy gets thin the Blue Grass is just setting up in business
and the other grasses are not missed. And w'hen established the
Blue Grass is a stayer, and it and the White Clover, which also
sticks, makes a combination that is all right.
Sowr 2 to 3 bushels per acre. Per bushel (20 lbs.) Market
Price.
Hardwood Ashes. This is also a splendid fertilizer for the
lawm and garden, containing all of the fertilizing elements except
nitrogen. If used on the lawn at the rate of a ton or more per
acre as a first application, and an annual dressing of three hundred
pounds afterw'ards, will insure a thrifty growrth of dark color, and
freedom from weeds.
For a Rich Velvety Lawn, Sow Mingle’s Finest Velvet Lawn Seed — Experience Has Proven That Mingle’s Shaded Lawn Grass Meets All Requirements, J
Price, 25 lbs., 75c.; 50 lbs., $1.35; 100 lbs., $2.50.
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Canada Blue Grass ( Poa Compressa ). Highest grade.
A very hardy perennial grass, with creeping root-stocks. It
grows on the poorest and driest soils, sandy, gravelly or clayey,
standing extremes of wetness or drought, and keeping green
until the severe frosts of winter. It is especially valuable for
dairy pastures, cows feeding on it yielding the richest milk from
which the finest butter is made. It is distinguished from the
Kentucky Blue Grass by its flattened, wiry stems and by its
decidedly bluer color. Sow 60 pounds to the acre. Per bushel
(14 lbs.) Market Price.
Meadow Fescue — English Blue Grass ( Festuca Pratensis ).
One of the grasses most used in permanent or temporary meadows
for mowing or for pasture. It succeeds best in cold, moist, light
soils, in well-drained meadows and in low valleys rich in organic
matter. It should not be grown at all on warm, dry land. It
does not reach its full development until the second or third
years, when it far exceeds most other sorts in the quantity of its
produce and nutritive matter. After being mown, it grows again
very quickly. The forage, either green or dried, is very nourishing
and much relished by cattle, especially when cut young. Sow
40 pounds to the acre. Per bushel (14 lbs.) Market Price.
Kentucky Blue Grass — June Grass ( Poa Pratensis )•
Highest grade. One of the most widely distributed and valuable
native grasses. It combines more points of excellence than any
other sort. It is a true perennial, lasting indefinitely and im-
proving every year. Its densely creeping root stocks, spreading
habit and smooth, even growth, fine texture, and rich green color
render it one of the very best grasses for lawns. It forms a close
turf, starts very early in the Spring, and lasts till frost. It
succeeds in almost any soil — dry, rocky, sandy or gravelly — and
stands long continued dry weather and hot suns. It takes,
however, two or three years to become well established, and
should, therefore, be sown only in connection with other grasses.
If the soil is especially suitable, it will eventually crowd these out
and make the finest possible sward. It is one of our most valuable
pasture grasses, very productive and nutritious. Sow 50 pounds
to the acre. Per bushel (14 lbs.) Market Price.
Creeping Bent — The only true Creeping Bent Grass
(Agrostis Stolonifera, True). The distinctive feature of this
species is, as the name implies, its compact, creeping, rooting
stems. It is of rapid growth and spreading habit, and the
stoloniferous roots which it sends down into the soil form a strong,
enduring turf that is positively improved by constant trampling.
The other varieties of Agrostis are distinguished from this sort
by their flattened, parallel surface roots. Being of fine texture,
it is most valuable for lawns and putting-greens. If sown alone,
60 pounds to the acre should be used. Per bushel (16 lbs.)
Market Price.
Hard Fescue ( Festuca Duriuscula) . A sub-variety of Sheep’s
Fescue, growing about 2 feet high. It is a small, even, tuft-
forming grass with narrow blades and still finer bottom leaves of
a deep green color. It thrives on both medium and light soils,
and is frequently used in lawn mixtures. Per bushel (12 lbs.)
Market Price.
Herd or Red Top, Unhulled ( Agrostis Vulgaris). A perma-
nent and very hardy native perennial grass, succeeding best on
moist land, making a good pasture when fed close; is valuable
tor low, wet meadows, producing large crops of good hay. It
accommodates itself to a variety of soils, however, even to quite
dry situations, and stands our hot climate admirably. It is,
perhaps, the most permanent grass we have. It remains green
for the greater part of the year; sown with Timothy and Red
Clover, its stems form a very close matting turf, not affected by
trampling, and of fair quality when not allowed to go to seed.
Sow 2 to 3 bushels per acre. Per bushel (10 lbs.) Market Price.
Herd or Red Top ( Fancy Recleaned) . This is the pure seed
of Herd or Red Top with the lighter seeds and chaff screened
out, and therefore sells at a much higher price. We furnish extra
clean stock only. Per bushel (32 lbs.) Market Price.
Italian Rye ( Lolium Italicum). When sown alone early in
Spring it thrives quickly and can be mowed twice the same year
and produces fine fodder. The Italian Rye Grass, being an
annual, is preferable to the Perennial, where a one year’s stand
only is required, but if the field is to stand over the second year
we would prefer the Perennial, as it is stronger, but, on the other
hand, the Italian gives larger yields, and is less hard and wiry.
Per bushel (24 lbs.) Market Price.
Orchard Grass ( Dactylis Glomerata) . A most valuable
grass for pasture or hay land, and on account of its earliness very
valuable for permanent pastures. It furnishes the first green
bite in the Spring two weeks earlier than most grasses, and when
fed off is again ready for grazing in a week, and the last in the
Fall, and is quick to recover from close cropping, and even
thrives better the more it is cropped. It is palatable and nutri-
tious and stock eat it readily when green; it will also withstand
sevfere drought, keeping green where many grasses wither, and
will endure considerable shade as in orchards and groves. Sow
1 K to 2 bushels per acre. Per bushel (14 lbs.) Market Price.
English or Perennial Rye Grass ( Lolium Perenne). A nutri-
tious permanent grass for meadows and pasture, or for mixing
with other grasses for lawns. Does well on sloping banks, as its
roots are fibrous and mat-like. Is especially adapted for pastures,
as it will endure close cropping, and is one of strong, quick and
successive aftergrowth. It produces an abundance of foliage
which remains bright and green throughout the season, and for
this reason is also much used for lawn grass mixtures. It is also
well adapted for permanent meadows, and yields large quantities
of very nutritious hay. which is well liked by all kinds of stock.
Does well on almost any land, but prefers rich or moist soil, such
as will produce a good corn crop. Should be sown in the Spring
in quantities of 1*4 to 2 bushels per acre. Per bushel (24 lbs.)
Market Price.
Red or Creeping Fescue ( Festuca Rubra). A partly creep-
ing, partly tuft-forming bottom grass, with sparse, narrow blades,
useful for both grazing and hay-making purposes. It thrives on
all soils, even on dry sandy bottoms, and forms a rather thickly
covered turf, leaving very little room for weeds to come through.
It is one of the earliest grasses, and comes to the front at a time
when young fodder is most looked for. It is useful in small
proportion in mixtures for permanent pastures on heavy soils.
Its dark-green narrow blades make it useful grass for lawns
under shade. Per bushel (12 lbs.) Market Price.
Rhode Island Bent Grass ( Agrostis Tenuis). A creeping
variety, but more tuft-forming than the Creeping Bent, and not
quite so productive in fertile stems and foliage. Answers very
well in lighter soils, but, unlike the Creeping Bent, it has a
tendency to get hard and strawy, and when in this condition is
not relished by cattle. It should be cut just before or during
bloom. Sow 4 bushels per acre. Per bushel (12 lbs.) Market Price.
Sheep’s Fescue ( Festuca Ovina). A densely tuft-forming
perennial grass, deep-rooted and growing 20 to 25 inches high,
with very little small bottom and stalk-forming foliage. Grows
well on both medium and light sandy soils, having a preference
for the latter. It is of medium maturity, but secondary only in
regard to yield and nutritive value. It thrives in soils too light,
or in want of sufficient rainfall for other grasses to make a per-
manent pasture, and is extremely well adapted for sheep grazing,
hence its name. It should be borne in mind, however, that
Sheep’s Fescue grows hard and strawy very soori, and for best
results should be cut just before or when the plants are in
bloom. Per bushel (14 lbs.) Market Price.
Sudan Grass. This recently introduced grass belongs to the
Sorghum family, and, according to the reports of the United
States Department of Agriculture, is a very valuable grass for
hay, especially in sections subject to drought, making good yields
nearly everywhere; it grows 4 to 9 feet high, according to
cultivation, yielding 2 to 5 tons of excellent hay per acre, with as
high as 9 tons under irrigation; should not be sown until the
soil has become warm, about corn-planting time or a little
earlier. Sow broadcast at the rate of 25 pounds to the acre.
Market Price.
Timothy ( Phl-eum Pratense). A native of Europe, but long
ago naturalized in America, where it ranks as by far the most
important of hay grasses. On moist, loamy or clayey soil it
produces a larger hay crop than any other grass. It is not as
well suited for light, sandy soils, though preferring a moist,
temperate climate, it withstands drought and extreme heat and
cold. Its hay is very nourishing and can be preserved for a long
time. It should be cut when flowering, as if left later the hay
becomes hard and coarse. It is often sown with Red Top Grass
and Red Clover, and the nutritive value of the hay is greatly
increased by this mixture. If sown alone, at least 25 pounds to
the acre should be used; with Red-Top Grass and Red Clover,
15 pounds of Timothy, 12 pounds of Red-Top Grass (Fancy)
and 3 pounds of Red Clover; or with Red Clover only, 20 pounds
of Timothy and 5 pounds of Clover. The seed weighs 45 pounds
to the bushel. Several grades are always on the market, differing
in purity and vitality, but the seed we offer is of the very highest
quality and extra clean. It is always most economical to buy
the highest grade, known as “Fancy.” Per bushel (45 lbs.)
Market Price.
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P. B. MINGLE GO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
ILLUSTRATED AND DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE
OF
Vegetable Seeds
WITH GENERAL DIRECTIONS FOR CULTIVATION
ASPARAGUS
Culture — Soak the seed twenty-four hours in warm water, and
sow in drills, one foot apart. When the plants are well up, thin to
three or four inches in the row, and give frequent and thorough
cultivation during the summer. The second season prepare a bed
by deep spading or trenching, working in a large quantity of well-
rotted manure. Dig trenches four feet apart and twelve to
sixteen inches deep, and spade in at least four inches of well-
rotted manure in the bottom. Set the plants in the trench
eighteen inches apart, covering them with about two inches of
fine soil. After the plants are up, gradually fill up the trenches,
and give frequent and thorough cultivation. The second season,
early in the spring, spade in a heavy dressing of manure and about
two quarts of salt to the square rod. Cultivate well. The next
season it may be cut for the table two or three times, taking care
to cut all as fast as it appears. After the final cutting, spade in a
liberal dressing of fine manure and sow one quart of salt to the
square rod. The next season, and ever after that, the bed should
give a full crop, but should be annually manured after the last
cutting and well cultivated through the remainder of the summer.
The tops should not be cut until dead ripe.
Giant Argenteuil. This sort is one of the largest and most
extensively used green varieties. Shoots bright green, sometimes
tinged with purple at the top; very tender and of the best
quality. Pkt.,5c.; oz., 10c.; *4 lb., 20c. ; lb., 65c.
Barr’s Mammoth. A favorite with the market gardeners.
Shoots white; very large, tender, quick growing, and thick to the
top. This is the large white variety generally used in canning.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; V4 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
Conover’s Colossal. A popular French Asparagus of great
merit. It is very early, vigorous and prolific, growing large,
delicious stalks. It is less liable to rust, has large dark green or
purple tips, making it one of the best and most attractive aspara-
gusgrown. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; V4 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
Palmetto. very early maturing and prolific variety, pro-
ducing an abundance of large, deep green shoots of best quality.
Its uniformly large stalks remain tender longer than any other
variety, being in prime condition for several days after coming
through the ground. Is disease-resistant; a heavy and sure
cropper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; l/4 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS
We can supply strong two-year-old roots of the following
varieties:
Early Giant French Argenteuil, $1.25 per 100; $8.00 per 1000.
Barr’s Mammoth, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Conover’s Colossal, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
Palmetto, $1.50 per 100; $10.00 per 1000.
If wanted by Parcel Post, add 10 cts. per 100 to cover cost of
postage and packing.
Asparagus Bunchers — See Page 69
“ Tape “ “ 69
“ Knives “ “ 69
ARTICHOKE
The seed we offer is that of the true artichoke which is an
extensively used vegetable in Europe. In it the edible portion is
the thickened scales at the base of the flower-heads or buds. The
plant is very different from what is known in America as Arti-
choke or Jerusalem Artichoke, in which the edible portion is
the tuber.
In February or March sow and transplant in hotbed so as to
give plenty of room until danger of frost is over. Then set in very
rich, well-drained soil in rows four feet apart and two feet apart
in the row. The plants can be raised in seed beds out of doors, but
in that case will not be likely to produce heads the first year.
Late in the fall cut off the old tops and thoroughly protect the
crowns with leaves or straw to prevent severe freezing.
The second year thin the starting shoots to three of the best,
which will commence to form heads about July 1st. The plants
may also be blanched like cardoons. This is done by cutting back
the stems close to the ground in July, the rapidly growing shoots
which then start up may be tied and blanched like celery. As
artichoke plants do not yield satisfactorily after three or four
years, it is best to start a new plantation as often as once in three
years.
Green Globe. The plant of this variety is o-f medium height
with rather deep green leaves. The buds or flower-heads are
green, nearly round or somewhat elongated. The scales are
rather narrow and spiny, and are moderately fleshy at the base.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.; i/4 lb., $1.60; lb., $6.00.
No matter what you may order from the catalogue, you may rest assured of full value for
your money. Proven by test, our seeds are best.
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BEANS
Culture — Early beans mature earlier and succeed best in a
light, warm, sandy soil, enriched with well rotted manure. Later
varieties may be successfully grown in a darker, heavier soil, if
rich and mellow. Dwarf beans are earlier and hardier than the
pole, and can be planted earlier, buc should not be planted until
the ground is warm and danger from frost past. Plant shallow
early, say 2 to 3 inches deep, and deep late, say 4 to 5 inches deep.
For the home garden, where all cultivation is to be by hand, plant
in drills 15 to 18 inches apart, and 2 to 3 inches apart in the row,
covering from 2 to 5 inches deep, according to the season. For
field planting, plant in drills or rows 2 to 3 feet apart, 2 to 4 inches
apart in the row. If the ground is dry and irrigation necessary to
sprout the beans, irrigate the ground first, planting the seed as
soon as the ground is dry enough to prepare for the seed. Never
irrigate immediately after planting, as it will crust the ground,
preventing the beans from coming through, and often cause them
to rot. Beans require very little water. After each irrigation or
rain mulch the soil as soon as it is in good working condition.
This will conserve the moisture and require less water. Cultivate
frequently and shallow, but never when the vines are wet.
DWARF OR BUSH
Green Podded Varieties
Giant Stringless Green Pod. An exceedingly productive
and very handsome sort. The plants are large, vigorous and
spreading. The pods are large and nearly round, and of medium
green color. They mature a few days later than those of String-
less Green Pod, average about one-fourth inch longer and more
nearly straight. The quality is very good for snaps for home
use. The variety is suitable also for the market. Seed long,
slender, yellow. Pkt. 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts.,
$1.30; pk., $2.40.
Extra Early Red Valentine (Hopkins) — One of the earliest
and most prolific round green podded beans. Comes into bearing
earlier than the old stock of Valentines, is a wonderful producer
and a perfect shipper. It will remain in a perfect condition for
nearly two weeks after picking. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,20c.; qt.,40c.;
4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Burpee's Stringless
Green Pod. One of the
finest extra early beans in
cultivation. It combines un-
usual hardiness, extreme earli-
ness and wonderful produc-
tiveness. Pods of handsome
appearance and finest quality.
By repeated plantings pods
may be had in succession from
Spring until killed by heavy
frost in the Fall. The pods
are rich green, round, straight,
meaty, broad, tender, brittle,
and of finest flavor. Always
entirely stringless, even when
fully matured. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts.,
$1.30; pk., $2.40.
Bountiful. This excellent
dwarf, green podded sort is
similar in appearance to Early
Yellow Kidney Six Weeks,
but is of much better quality.
The vines are vigorous and
productive. The pods are
very long, six to seven inches,
straight, broad, flat, light
green, of handsome appear-
ance and absolutely string-
less for snaps. They are
tender and brittle much longer
Stringless Green Pod Beans than most sorts. The pods
are longer, broader and have much longer tips than
those of Long Yellow Six Weeks. Seed medium sized, kidney
shaped, light yellow with brownish circle about eye. Bountiful
is a most desirable early sort for snaps for the home garden,
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Black Valentine. A very hardy and productive green podded
sort with strong, vigorous vines. The pods are nearly round or
slightly flattened but very handsome, are much longer, straighter
and less fleshy than Red Valentine, the plant a little more spread-
ing, and in season a little later. A large crop can be depended on
and the product is very attractive on the market. It is very
extensively used for shipping. The pods are medium dark green
and about six inches long. Seed small to medium sized, black,
oblong, slightly flattened. Pkt., 10c. ; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.;
4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Dwarf Horticultural. One of the best dwarf sorts for green
shell beans for the home garden and market and can be used
early as a green podded snap bean. The plants are very pro-
ductive, compact and upright, with large leaves. The mature
pods are about five to five and one-half inches in length, broad
and thick, curved, with splashes of bright red on a yellowish
ground. They become fit for use as green shelled beans early
and in this condition the beans are very large, easily shelled and
are about equal to the Lima in quality. Seed large, oval, plump,
pale buff splashed with deep red. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt.,
40c.; 4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Refugee or Thousand to One. A standard very productive
sort, highly esteemed for late planting for snaps and very ex-
tensively used for shipping, canning and pickling. Sometimes
called Late Refugee, Round Pod Refugee and Improved Refugee.
The plants are very large, spreading, exceedingly hardy, with
many small, smooth light green leaves. The mature pods are
about five and one-fourth inches long, cylindrical, slightly curved,
medium green when in condition for use as snaps but as they
mature becoming light yellow, sometimes splashed with purple.
Seed long, cylindrical, light drab, thickly dotted and splashed
with purple. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65;
pk., $3.25.
Long Yellow Six Weeks. A well-known variety which is
mostly grown for market. This variety has been a standard for
many years and has constantly been improved. Plants are
productive, pods flat, light green and of good quality. By express
orfreight, at purchaser’s expense. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.;
4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Wax Podded Varieties
Pencil Pod Wax. This very handsome black wax sort is
medium early, fairly hardy and productive. It is one of the very
best sorts for home use and for near markets where highest
quality is desired. The plants are strong growing with roughened
leaves. The pods are long, five and one-half to six inches, straight,
round, fleshy and of a bright yellow color. They are tender,
absolutely stringless and are produced through a long season.
Seed long, round, medium sized, solid black. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,
25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Currie’s Rust Proof Wax. Is the earliest to mature of either
the green or wax beans. It is ready for market 25 days from
date of planting. Its beautiful, pure golden, long, flat pods are
of extra fine quality and are borne in abundance and attract the
admiration of both the planter and the consumer. Entirely free
from rust or blight. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt.,45c.; 4 qts.,
$1.60; pk., $2.75.
Webber Wax. A new wax bean of distinct character. The
vine is strong, holding pods well up, good bearer, yellow seed,
round in shape, very meaty. This bean merits a trial. Pkt.,
10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Hodson Wax. A very sturdy grower, prolific; free from rust
and blight. Vigorous plants are loaded with long handsome,
straight pods, averaging 7 inches in length, color of a clear, light
yellow, when picked young they are stringless. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.60; pk., $2.75.
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. The vines of this variety are very
large, strong growing, but are peculiarly liable to blight, but when
healthy, yield a large crop of long, nearly straight, handsome,
very white and wax-like pods. They are of good quality and on
this account, as well as their beauty of form and color, are easily
sold. They ripen about the same time as the Golden Wax. The
dry beans are large, kidney-shaped, white with dark markings
about the eye. Market gardeners find this a profitable variety
owing to the large size and handsome color of the pods. Pkt.,
10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
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BEANS — Continued
Improved Golden Wax Bean —
Thirty-five days — This bean has
long been and still continues the
standard wax variety for general
use, and where many varieties have
been introduced claiming to be
superior in some respects and aiming
to replace it, they have all sooner or
later been forced to the rear as not
possessing as many good qualities
in as high degree. Vines medium
size, erect, moderately spreading,
hardy and productive, with small,
smooth leaves, and small white
blossoms; pods are long, nearly
straight, broad, flat, golden yellow,
very fleshy and wax-like, with short
fleshy, green point, cooking quickly
as snaps, shelling well when green t
and of the highest quality in both
conditions. Beans medium size,
oval, white, more or less covered
with two shades of purple-red.
Pkt., 10c.; pt.,25c.; qt., 50c.;
4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Davis Wax. This is also called Davis White Kidney Wax.
It is a well-known market sort, much used for shipping. The
plants are very hardy and productive and the variety is very
desirable where a handsome wax-podded, white seeded inter-
mediate sort is wanted. The plants are very vigorous. The
pods are remarkably long, about six inches, sometimes longer.
They are handsome, light yellow, straight, very attractive and
when young are crisp and tender. The dry beans are excellent
for baking. Seed medium large, kidney shaped, clear white.
Pkt., 10c; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Round Pod Kidney Wax. An improvement on Wardwell’s
Kidney Wax. Pods long and straight, a heavy bearer of good
quality. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65;
pk., $3.00.
Dwarf Beans for Shelling ( Winter use)
Dwarf Horticultural or Cherry Bean. A crop of these
beans has never failed to pay. This is a broad, long, flat, meaty
bean, very productive, delicious flavor. It also makes a fine
dried bean. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts., $1.30;
pk., $2.40.
White Marrowfat. Extensively grown for sale as a dry Bean
for winter use. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 35c.; 4 qts., $1.25;
pk., $2.15.
White Kidney or Royal Dwarf. A superior kind for baking.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts., $1.30; pk., $2.40.
Boston Pea Bean (Navy). An excellent variety, and of very
productive habit. Seeds are small, very short, almost round,
and solid white. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 35c.; 4 qts., $1.25;
pk., $2.15.
Red Kidney. A standard field Bean, grown almost exclu-
sively for the dry Beans, which are long, oval shape, and purplish-
brown in color. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 40c.; 4 qts., $1.30;
pk., $2.40.
Pole or Running
Culture — These are even more sensitive to cold and wet, as
well as to drought and hot winds, than the dwarf varieties. After
settled warm weather, set poles four to eight feet long in rows
north and south four feet apart, the poles being three feet apart
in the row, and set leaning to the north at an angle of 35 degrees.
Set in this way, the vines climb better, bear earlier, and the pods
are straighter and more easlily seen. Around each hill plant five
to eight beans, two inches deep. When well started, thin to four
plants, and start any that fail to climb, around the pole in the
same way as the others, for they will not grow well otherwise.
Kentucky Wonder. Also known as Old Homestead. We
believe this variety is the most practically useful of the green
podded pole beans suitable for use as snaps. It is an early, very’
prolific sort, with showy pods which are of most excellent quality’.
The vines are vigorous, climbing well and very productive,
bearing pods in large clusters. The pods are medium light green,
very long, often reaching nine or ten inches, curved and twisted,
nearly round and very’ crisp when young, becoming very irregular
and spongy as the beans ripen. Seed long, oval, slightly flattened,
dun colored. One of the very’ best early’ pole snap beans for the
home garden or market. The quality of our stock is unsurpassed.
Pkt., 15c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.60; pk., $2.75.
Kentucky Wonder Wax. The Pride of the Garden. Its
popularity as a home garden bean soon reached nation-wide
proportions, and today is offered by’ nearly’ every seedsman in
the United States. It commences to bear when scarcely’ higher
than the average bush variety, and keeps on producing until
killed by a frost. It is a rampant grower, one plant filling a pole
with a mass of vines densely’ loaded with luscious beans. They’
are firm, entirely stringless, and when cooked, deliciously’ rich
and buttery. The seed is brown, closely’ resembling that of the
Kentucky Wonder. Plant from April co August. Pkt., 10c;
pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Early Golden Cluster Wax. A well-known early and very
attractive sort. It is one of the best wax-podded snap pole beans.
The vines are large, strong growing, vigorous and hardy’, with
large, light green crimped leaves. The pods are six to eight
inches long, borne in abundant clusters, each containing from
three to six pods varying in color from golden y’ellow to creamy-
white. The pods are very broad, thick and fleshy. They- are of
very’ good quality and stay- in condition for use a long time.
Seed medium sized, flattened, oval, dull white. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 30c.; qt., 60c.; 4 qts., $1.90; pk., $3.50.
Lazy Wife. One of the best pole beans for snaps. The large,
fleshy pods are five to six inches long and entirely stringless when
young, have a rich buttery’ flavor. When nearly* matured they-
are delicious when shelled and cooked while y-et green. The dry’
beans, too, are unsurpassed by any. The seed is white, nearly
round, and somewhat larger than a pea Pkt., 10c.; pt.,25c.;
qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.60; pk., $2.75.
Horticultural Pole. Also referred to as Romaine, Cranberry*,
Italian and Cornfield. Its large succulent tender pods make it a
desirable bean for the table. It is also one of the most desirable
green shelled beans for succotash and excellent as a dry bean.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.60; pk., $2.75.
The Scarlet Runner. An old-time favorite that heretofore
has been planted chiefly for ornamental purposes. But few
people know that the Scarlet Runner may be planted May- 1st
and in six weeks attain a height of eight feet, and rapidly cover
an arbor with vines twenty- feet long.
The Scarlet Runner planted May’ 1st will bear edible pods
from July 1st until late Fall. When the vines mildew trim them
back to within a foot of the ground. The roots will survive the
Winter, and by the following May will have the arbor again
covered and bear green beans until August when the vines again
mildew. Cut back as before and with proper irrigation they- will
bear another crop in October, and so on two crops a y-ear in-
definitely.
Be sure to build a permanent arbor, and plant some Scarlet
Runner during April. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts.,
$1.65; pk., $3.00.
Improved Golden Wax
Beans
We pay postage on packets. Add 5c. per pint and 10c. per quart for Beans when ordered by mail, to cover cost
of pare 1 post.
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BUSH LIMA BEANS
POLE LIMA BEANS
The dwarf lima class cannot be recommended too highly. The
beans can be grown and gathered much more easily than the pole
limas, as the vines require no support. They can also be grown
closer together than those of any pole variety. Dwarf limas are
fully equal in quality to pole limas and as a rule are earlier matur-
ing.
Culture. Limas require a longer season for maturing than
other garden beans. Do not plant till the ground is dry, weather
warm and danger of frost is over. If possible select rich, light soil.
Plant in drills two to three feet apart, dropping the beans three
to four inches apart, and covering one and one-half to two inches
deep. If planted in hills, make the hills two to three feet apart
one way and two to two and one-half feet the other and plant four
to six beans in a hill. Hoe often but only when the leaves are dry.
Burpee’s Improved Bush Lima. A sort distinct from
Burpee’s Bush Lima in that it is about ten to fifteen days earlier,
bears much larger and thicker pods, and larger greenish-white
beans than Burpee’s Bush Lima. The plants are vigorous, white
heavy foliage and are about 2 feet high and of upright growth.
The yield is about one-third more, and the beans of a luscious
flavor. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.; qt., 55c.; 4 qts., $1.75; pk., $3.25.
Burpee’s Bush Lima. Vine about 20 inches high, erect and
vigorous in growth; very prolific in large green pods, filled with
large white beans. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65;
pk., $3.00.
Dreer’s Wonder Bush Lima. This variety of Bush Lima
Bean is very desirable on account of earliness, productiveness and
its fixed habit of growing in the dwarf or bush form. The plants
are of strong, upright growth, and are completely covered with
large pods, many of which contain four beans, which are fully
as large as the pole limas. The beans are flat in shape and of
excellent quality. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.; qt., 55c.; 4qts., $1.75;
pk., $3.25.
Fordhook Bush Lima
Fordhook Bush Lima. The pods, borne in clusters of from
four to eight, are much larger, and about six days earlier than
Dreer’s Bush Lima, which latter they otherwise resemble.
The green beans are large, and even when of full size, when
cooked, are not dry, but tender, sweet and luscious.
The bushes are decidedly erect in growth, with side branches
well held up, and holding the pods from the ground, and thus
protecting them from rust. A habit quite distinct from that of
the low-growing growth of Dreer’s Bush Lima. The foliage is
large, like that of the Pole Lima. The leaves are large, smooth
and of a deep, rich green color.
The Fordhook is a one-third heavier cropper than Dreer’s,
and is destined to supersede it in every way. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,
30c.; qt., 55c.; 4 qts., $1.75; pk., $3.25.
Early Leviathan. The plant is strong and takes to the poles
more readily than any other sort. It is fully a week earlier than
any other pole variety, therefore can be grown successfully where
other sorts would be caught by frosts of early autumn. In
Northern States, or where by reason of continued cool nights,
the growth is less rapid, Leviathan will be found admirably
adapted. Moreover, it is a prodigious cropper, producing its
pods in large clusters from base to top of pole, frequently from
5 to 10 together. These are well filled with large, fleshy Beans
of excellent quality, delicate, pale green in color, and possessing
in a superlative degree that rich, buttery flavor so highly esteemed
by all. Pkt., 10c. ; pt., 25c. ; qt., 50c. ; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Improved Extra Jersey Lima. Ninety days — Very superior
quality, white seed much larger than the ordinary Lima, of
greenish tinge; tender and sweet. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt.,
50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Challenger, or Dreer’s Improved.
Also known as Potato Lima. Vine very
stout, vigorous and productive. The
pods are much thicker than those of
other limas, with an average of four
thick beans set one against the other
in the pod so closely that the ends of the
beans are indented. It is early, con-
! tinues to produce large clusters until
j frost. It will shell out more than the
flat-podded sorts. Pkt., 10c. ; pt., 30c. ;
qt., 60c.; 4 qts., $1.90; pk., $3.50.
Shotwell’s Improved Thick Pole
Lima. A well-known favorite intro-
duced from New Jersey. Beans thick
and large. A decided improvement on
Dreer’s Improved Lima in quality,
earliness and productiveness. Highly
recommended by all who have tried it.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4qts.,
$1.65; pk., $3.00.
Salem County Improved Large
Lima. Ninety days. A favorite table
variety, very prolific; pods borne in
clusters, with five or six large beans to
the pod. Far superior to other Pole
Limas. Ripens early and bears until
frost. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.;
4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Ford’s Mammoth Extra Large
Lima Beans. Its pods are large in
size, containing from 3 to 8 Beans.
They are unsurpassed in quality and
productiveness. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,
25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk.,
$3.00.
King of the Garden Lima. The vines of this standard pole
lima are very vigorous and productive. The pods are medium
dark green, very large, five to six inches long, broad, flat, filled
with four or five very large white beans of finest quality. On
account of its large pods it is a favorite with market gardeners.
It will come into bearing earlier and make larger pods if not more
than two vines are left to grow on a pole. Seed very large, ovoid
flat, white, with slight greenish tinge. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.;
qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
NITROGEN GATHERING BACTERIA
If you want your bean patch to yield earlier and better,
inoculate the seed before planting with MULFORD CULTURE,
It encourages vigorous vines, well filled pods and makes it
possible for the plants to withstand drought and disease better,
MULFORD CULTURE: 35c., per trial bottle; 75c., U acre
bottle.
When ordering be sure and specify wanted for Garden
Beans, as each leguminous crop requires a separate culture.
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BEETS
Culture. All the varieties succeed best on a deep, rich, sandy
loam. For early beets, sow as soon as the ground will admit, in
drills fourteen inches apart, and thin to six inches in the row.
For winter, sow about
the middle of spring.
Soak the seed twenty-
four hours in luke-warm
water before planting,
and sow in freshly pre-
pared ground.
Detroit Dark Red
Beet. A splendid Beet
of a dark red color, for
home or market. By
far the best for can-
ning, on account of its
beauty. Small, upright
tops and perfectly small
roots. Flesh zoned with
lighter and darker
bands; tender and
sweet. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; J4 lb., 30c.; lb.,
85c. Crimson Globe Beet
“New Crimson Globe” Beet. This is one of the best Bunch-
ing Beets yet introduced. A handsome variety of medium size,
almost globe shape, and entirely free from rootlets; a grand
second early or main crop sort. The roots are of medium size.
Beets average 10 inches in circumference, very handsome in
shape, being a little deeper than round, with a remarkably smooth
surface. The foliage is small and of a rich bronze purple, borne
on slender stems which occupy but a small portion of the root.
Flesh is a rich blood red, slightly zoned or ringed in a most
beautiful manner, making it very attractive in appearance;
never stringy. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Crosby’s Improved Extra Early Egyptian Beet. An
improvement on Extra Early Egyptian, being as early, but of
more desirable shape, color and quality. It is very sweet and
tender; a most valuable sort for early market, as it is ready before
any other Beet of equal quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
30c.; lb., 85c.
Eclipse. A globular crimson sort of very rapid growth.
Bright red in color, and of fine flavor. A great improvement on
its parent, the Egyptian. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.;
lb., 85c.
Early Blood Turnip. Tops small, roots blood red, turnip
shaped and very tender. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.;
lb., 85c.
Bassano Extra Early. Top large and light green. Root
turnip-shaped, pink zoned with white. Very fast grower, of
good quality, sweet and tender. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
30c.; lb., 85c.
Bastians Half Long Blood. Sixty days. One of the very
best, unsurpassed for its winter keeping qualities. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Improved Long
Dark Blood. Sixty-
two days. The best
winter variety, but apt
to be tough when sown
too early. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c. ; 34 lb., 30c. ;
lb., 85c.
Crosby’s Egyptian
Blood Turnip. Forty
days. This matures
quicker than any other
sort. Roots of fine
form, medium size,
smooth and dark in
color, flesh dark red,
fine grained, crisp and
tender. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; x4 lb., 30c.;
lb., 85c.
Swiss Chard or Foliage Beet
Culture. Swiss Chard is a beet grown for its leaves. The
mid-rib when boiled makes delicious greens, or the leaves may
be boiled and served as spinach. Sown in the spring the leaves
are soon ready to eat and will continue to grow all through the
summer and fall. If given a little protection it will survive the
winter and make excellent greens early in the spring.
Swiss Chard Lucullus. This delicious and useful vegetable
should be in every garden and on every market stall. It is really
two distinct vegetables; first the leafy part of the foliage is cooked
and served the same as spinach, while the stalks are cooked and
served with drawn butter like tender asparagus. It grows about
234 feet high, the stalks are thick and broad like rhubarb, the
leaves are much longer than those of the regular Swiss Chard,
they are heavily crumpled like Savoy spinach. Crisp and tender
pleasing flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lt>. , 30c.; lb., 85c.
Large White Lyons. This variety possesses enormous white
ribs, the leaf not being so crumpled as the Lucullus, but is equally
as desirable. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Spinach or Silver. A good one. Not quite as large as
Lucullus. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Sugar and Stock Beets
Culture. The Sugar and Mangel Wurzel varieties are grown
for feeding stock and should be sown from April to June in drills
two feet apart, and afterwards thinned out to stand one foot
apart in the rows; keep them well cultivated and you will have
an abundant crop.
Giant Mammoth Long
Red Mangel. Our stock is a
great improvement on the old
variety. The roots are very
large, uniformly straight and
well formed. Color deep red,
roots solid, tops small. Roots
attain a large size. We re-
ceived several reports last
season of Mangels weighing
20 to 23 pounds each. Pro-
duces an immense bulk and
tonnage. Oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
20c.; lb., 50c.
Golden Tankard. Large,
round, orange-colored variety,
of excellent quality, which
keeps better than the Long
Red, producing better crops
on shallow soil. Oz., 10c.;
34 lb., 20c.; lb., 50c.
Red Globe Mangel Wur-
zel. Similar to Yellow Globe,
except in color, which is light
red or pink. Oz., 10c. ; 34 lb.,
20c.; lb. 50c.
Yellow Eckendorf. A handsome variety and heavy cropper;
grows almost on surface of the ground, in shape broad with
rounding top, flat bottom, good flavor, stock greatly relish this
mangel. Oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.; lb., 50c.
White Silesian Sugar. Sixty-five days. Grown extensively
for feeding stock; also for extraction of sugar. Oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
20c.; lb., 50c.
Crosby’s Egyptian Beet
Imperial White Sugar. Seventy days. A greatly improved
variety of the White Silesian. Oz., 10c.; J4 lb*, 20c.; lb., 50c.
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BROCCOLI
Culture. — Broccoli is similar to and culture same as Cauliflower. It is
well adapted only to those sections where the season is long, cool and rather
moist. It withstands greater extremes of temperature than Cauliflower.
Early Large White French — The best variety, large, white,
compact heads which remain firm for a long time. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 60c.; i/4 lb., $2.00; lb., $6.00.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Culture. — The culture is the same as Cabbage, which plant
it resembles, the edible part being the numerous small heads or
sprouts formed on the stalk at each leaf joint. Leaves should
be broken down in the fall to give the little heads more room to
grow. They are considered more tender and delicious than
Cabbage. Sow seed about May 15th.
Long Island Improved — This is a very desirable vegetable,
though very little known in this country. It grows 2 or 3 feet
high and produces from the sides of the stalk numerous little
sprouts somewhat resembling cabbages; they are used for fall
and winter greens. It can only be grown to perfection in a good
soil and with a long season to complete its growth. The seed
should be sown in March or April, in a frame, and the plants
transplanted into the open ground and cultivated as cabbage.
The plants should be watered and shaded for a week or ten
days to give them a good start. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 14 lb.,
85c.; lb., $3.00.
CABBAGE
Culture — For Cabbages the ground must be highly manured,
deeply dug or plowed, and thoroughly worked to insure good
full-sized heads. A heavy, moist and fresh loam is most suit-
able. The early sorts should be sown very early, in hot-beds,
hardened off, and transplanted eighteen to twenty-four inches
apart, early in the spring. In the South, sow from the middle
of September to middle of October, and transplant into cold
frames to preserve through winter, setting into open ground as
early as possible. In transplanting, they must be set in the
ground up to the first leaf no matter how long the stem may be.
The late autumn or winter varieties may be sown in a seed
bed, from the middle to the last of spring, and transplanted
when about six inches high, three feet apart each way. Shade
and water the late sowings in dry weather to get them up. It
is important that the plants should stand thinly in the seed-bed.
or they will run up weak and slender, and be likely to make long
stems. Cultivate frequently throughout the season.
First Early
Early Jersey Wakefield
Early Jersey Wakefield — Heads very compact, of medium
size, varying from nearly round to conical. An early, sure-
heading sort, very popular with Eastern market gardeners.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; !4 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Early Dwarf Flat Dutch — Ninety-five days — Heads of me-
dium size, solid, flat, grows low on stump, and is of good flavor
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; J4 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Early Summer Cabbage — In size, form, solidity and earliness
this is truly a model Cabbaee. It heads just after our Jersey
Wakefield. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 14 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Early Winnigstadt
Early Winnigstadt — One of the best for general use, being a
sure header, and will grow a hard head under circumstances
where most sorts would fail. Heads of regular conical shape,
very hard and keep well winter and summer. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
25c.; !/4 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Copenhagen Market — A solid, round-headed extra early of
Danish origin.
Is remarkably short stemmed, with heads of large size, and
of excellent quality. The leaves are light green. It is the
largest of the early round-headed variety, and admits of very
close planting. The crop can be cut at one time, as it matures
uniformly. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; (4 lb., $1.10; lb., $4.00.
Second Early
All Seasons — An “all-season” variety, equally good for Fall
and Winter as for Summer use. The heads are large, solid,
round, flattened on top, and of best quality. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
25c.; 1/4 lb., 85e.; lb., $3.00.
Early Succession Cabbage — A wonderful Cabbage for solidity,
productiveness and fine, large heads. Matures early, has hand-
some color and fine quality. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 14 lb., 85c.;
lb., $3.00.
Sure Head Cabbage — (Pedigree Stock.) True American
grown. Produces large, round, flattened heads that are all
head, with fewer outer leaves, very uniform, firm and weighs
from 10 to 15 pounds each. Splendid shipper and of an excel-
lent quality. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; Z4 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Enkhuizen Glory — An excellent round-headed sort maturing
with the Large Wakefield. It remains a long time after head-
ing without bursting. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; !4 lb., 90c.; lb., $3.50.
Late
Premium Large Late Flat Dutch
Premium Flat Dutch— It has long been the favorite sort for
cold slaw and sauerkraut. It matures just before severe frost
and keeps perfectly over Winter. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; Va, 5b,,
75c.; lb., $2.75.
Large, Late, Drumhead Cabbage — This splendid Cabbage
produces enormous heads. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; !4 lb., 75c.; itu,
$2.75.
We pay postage on packets and ounces. Add postage for larger quantities.
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Mammoth Red Dutch — Is the largest Red Cabbage, and
heads very solid and is deep red in color to the very center.
No Cabbage is better for boiling or slaw, and its beautiful red
color specially fits it for pickling. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; >4 lb.,
$1.00; lb., $3.50.
Danish Ball Head Cabbage — This is the most excellent
Cabbage, is very solid and outweighs any other Cabbage of
equal size. The head is round with flattened top; a good keeper;
first-class shipper and sells everywhere. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.;
|/4 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
All Head Savoy — A fine strain of the beautiful curled leaf
variety, and is certainly entitled to a trial. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
14 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Improved Drumhead Savoy — The best of the Savoys for gen-
eral market or home use. It has a short stump, grows to a large
size, is compact and solid, and closely approaches the Cauliflower
in delicacy and flavor. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; J4 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.75.
CABBAGE PLANTS
Ready May-July.
Early Jersey Wakefield, Charleston Wakefield, Winnigstadt,
Early Dwarf, Flat Dutch, Henderson’s Succession, Early Sum-
mer, All Seasons, Drumhead Savoy, Premium Late Flat Dutoh,
Improved Late Drumhead, Volga or Russian, Danish Rouatf
Head, Danish Ball Head, Copenhagen Market.
Prices on all varieties: 25 for 20c.; 100 for 50c.; 1000 for $4.00.
If wanted by Parcel Post add 10c. per 100, to cover cost of
postage and cost of packing.
All plants will be packed in live moss, insuring long ship-
ment. No plants shipped on Saturday.
Danish Round Head
Danish Round Head — Short Stem — Somewhat superior to the
Long Stem. Heads are larger and growing close to the ground.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Chinese or Celery Cabbage
(Pe-Tsai)
Culture. This exceptionally fine vegetable is a native of
China, and possesses striking characteristics which place it in
a class by itself.
Grows like Cos-lettuce and when its outer leaves are stripped
off shows a picture of Lettuce and Celery combined.
Shredded, it makes the finest slaw, and stripped of its mid-
ribs, which are eaten as celery, it makes a fine salad.
It possesses a very mild flavor.
Sow the seed like regular Cabbage. If for early planting sow
in hot beds in February; if for later planting sow early in July.
This plant matures 12 to 15 weeks from time of sowing seed,
and will not stand frost.
CAULIFLOWER
Culture — Sow for early use about middle September, in a
bed of rich, clean earth. In about four or five weeks afterwards
the plants should be pricked out into another bed, at a distance
of four inches from each other each way ; these should be en-
compassed with garden frames, covered with glazed sashes, and
board or shutters. The beds must be so secured, and the tops
of the beds so covered as to keep out all frosts, giving them
light and air every mild day throughout the Winter; transplant
in April into a bed of the richest earth in the garden, at a dis-
tance of two feet and a half each way. Keep them well hoed,
and bring- the earth gradually up to the stems. The late variety
matures in the Autumn, and is sown and managed similarly to
Winter cabbage, but is not so certain to succeed in this climate.
Early Snow Ball
New Pe-Tsai “Paoting.” Big, compact, tender and crisp,
an excellent Pe-Tsai. We have found this to be absolutely the
best firm-heading variety to grow during the summer months.
It will not scald or burn and will make a head when others fail.
It somewhat resembles “Kinshiu” in shape and “Shantung” in
character of leaf, color and size, but the head is more compact.
It will produce a head of 15 pounds and will stand long, before
bolting to seed. Excellent in quality, crisp, tender and brittle,
with a fine celery flavor. We recommend it either for the market
gardener, trucker, or private planter as it is a perfect Chinese
Pe-Tsai Cabbage in every respect, not only being of the largest
size, but of handsome color and of the finest quality. It is
probably the safest variety for an amateur to plant, as it does well
at all seasons, and one is almost sure of getting a crop. It is
vigorous and free from insects. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 45c.; 34 lb.,
$1.50; lb., $5.50.
Shantung. A production of Shantung, a province in China.
Distinctive flavor, very mild and pleasant. The outside leaves
are large, round and light green in color. The heart is snowy
white. We recommend this as a most excellent sort for either
home garden or market planting. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 3£ lb.,
75c.; lb., $2.50.
Early Snow Ball — Our Snow Ball Cauliflower is the earliest,
most hardy, and in fact the Cauliflower that you can plant
I and expect a crop of true, firm, snow-white heads. You can-
I not get better Snow Ball Cauliflower Seed no matter what
I price you pay. Many of the beautiful, shapely heads mea-
sure from 10 to 12 inches in diameter. Our Cauliflower seed
is saved from absolutely perfect plants and is grown by the
most experienced and critical growers in localities best suited
for perfect development. Best for forcing; best for Wintering
over early crop. Every plant will produce a fine head. Pkt.,
15c.; J/4 oz., 75c.; oz., $2.50; i/4 lb., $8.00.
Early Dwarf Erfurt — Every grower of cauliflower should
plant this strain especially recommended for forcing or open
i ground. Produces large compact heads of snowy whiteness on
i short stems. Pkt., 15c.; 14 oz., 60c.; oz., $2.00; 'A lb., $7.00.
Lenormands — Large, late, and short stemmed. Head swell
formed. A superior variety. Pkt., 10c.; 14 oz., 20c.; oz., 75c.;
14 lb., $2.50.
Mingle’s Dry Weather — A very large second early variety,
producing extra large compact heads, standing the heat re-
markably well. Does excellent when grown for a fall crop.
, Pkt., 25c.; */4 oz., 75c.; oz., $2.50; 14 lb.. $9.00.
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CARROT
Culture — Sow in drills to 24 inches apart, using from 4 to 5
pounds to the acre, according to the distance between the rows.
It is necessary to sow carrots quite thickly, on account of the
young plants not having sufficient strength to come through the
ground when sown thinly. Cover one-fourth inch deep and see
to it that the soil is well firmed about the seed. As soon as the
plants appear use the cultivator or wheel hoe, and do not let the
weeds get a start. Thin to 3 to 4 inches apart in the row as soon
as the plants are large enough. Gather and store for Winter
use like beets or turnips.
One ounce of seed will sow a row 100 feet long. Four to five
pounds will sow an acre.
Guerande or Ox Heart. Especially desirable for soil so hard
and stiff that longer rooted sorts would not thrive in it. The
tops are comparatively small. The mature roots are four and
one-half to five inches long, very thick, ending abruptly in a
small tap root. The flesh is bright orange, fine grained and
sweet. When young the roots are desirable for table use as a
medium early carrot and when mature they are equally good
for stock feeding. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.;
lb. 85c.
Half Long Scarlet Nantes, Stump Rooted. This exten-
sively used, half long early variety has small tops and is excellent
for the market or home garden. The roots are cylindrical,
smooth and of a bright orange color. The flesh is orange, becom-
ing yellow in the centre but very tender throughout. This
variety is of the finest quality and is one of the most symmetrical
and handsome of the medium sized sorts. The mature roots are
usually five to six inches long. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
30c.; lb., $1.00.
Early Scarlet Horn. One of the most popular varieties
grown. Color deep orange; flesh fine grained and of excellent
flavor; tops small; has a short, stump-shaped root. Grows well
in shallow soil. One of the best for early outdoor planting and
for table use. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
Early French Forcing. One of the earliest varieties in
cultivation and very desirable for forcing. The tops are very
small. The roots are reddish-orange and are nearly round when
forced quickly in very rich, well prepared soil, but are somewhat
longer when grown outdoors. When fully matured the roots are
about two to two and one-half inches long, but they should be
used before fully grown while young and tender. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
CARROTS FOR STOCK FEEDING
Improved Long Orange. The roots of the improved strain
of this variety we offer are very deep orange, long and compara-
tively thick, often twelve inches in length and three inches in
diameter at the crown, tapering regularly to a point. The tops
are rather large. This intermediate to late maturing sort is
suitable for table use as well as stock feeding, combining great
productiveness with uniform shape where grown in light, deep,
rich soil. When of size suitable for the table, the roots are tender
and of good quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.;
lb., 85c.
Large White Belgian. Grows one-third out of the ground.
Root pure white, green above the ground and has a shell top.
It will grow to a very large size on rich soil and is very easily
gathered. Flesh rather coarse and used exclusively for stock
feeding purposes. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 80c.
Large Yellow Belgian. Practically the same as the above,
except that the color of the flesh is yellow. An excellent keeper.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
CELERY
Culture — Sow the seed, which is very slow to come up, early
in the Spring, in rich, mellow ground, in a situation where it can
be protected from the parching heat of the Summer sun; water
freely in dry weather. When the plants are five to six inches
high, transplant a portion in trenches well manured; the dwarf
varieties three feet and the tall four feet between the rows;
plant six inches apart in the rows, pressing the earth to the
plants. As they advance in growth blanch by earthing up,
which should be performed gradually in fine weather, taking
care not to bury the heart of the plants. A light dressing of salt
applied when earthing up is beneficial.
Golden Self-Blanching. A dwarf sort, with numerous heavy
and solid stalks, easily blanched. Heart solid, and with the
leaves of a beautiful golden yellow. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 45c.;
34 lb., $1.50; lb., $5.00.
White Plume. 100 days. The stalks and heart are white, of
good eating quality, crisp, solid, and of nutty flavor; is orna-
mental, resembling an ostrich feather. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
34 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
Easy Blanching Celery. A Celery with remarkably easy
blanching characteristics, so much so that those who have never
been successful in growing good Celery may plant it with the
assurance that the crop will equal in quality and appearance
Celery grown by professional growers, and it will be found useful
both for early use and for keeping during the winter, character-
istics extremely valuable in a Celery to be grown in the home
garden. The plants make a thick, healthy growth and the stalks
are thick, very tender and brittle, with a rich flavor which will
quickly appeal to all who eat it. The ease with which it may be
blanched, together with its long season for use, will strongly
recommend it, both to the amateur gardener as well as the corii-
mercial Celery grower. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 65c.; 34 lb., $2.25;
lb., $8.00.
Winter King. Of short, stocky growth, with broad, heavy
stalks. An excellent variety for winter use. When blanched
the stalks are of a creamy-white color and very attractive. Its
flavor, crispness and long-keeping qualities combine to make
this sort one of the best winter varieties. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 45c.;
34 lb., $1.50; lb., $5.00.
Chantenay. A most excellent,
medium early, half long variety. It
is one of the best in quality for the
market and home garden, while its
great productiveness and the ease
with which it can be harvested make
it desirable as a field sort. The tops
are medium sized with small neck.
The mature roots are thick, five and
one-half to six inches in length, uni-
formly half long or stump rooted but
tapering slightly, smooth, deep
orange-red in color. The flesh is
very crisp and tender. Although a
medium early sort the roots are
suitable for use nearly as early as
any. The variety is extensively
used for bunching. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Danvers Half Long. A half long
orange carrot, grown largely on
account of its great productiveness
and adaptability to all classes of soil.
It is a desirable second early carrot
for the home garden and is also
suitable for field culture. The tops
are of medium size. The mature
roots are of medium length, six to
eight inches long, tapering uniformly
Danvers Half Long to a blunt point. The flesh is deep
orange, tender and ot good quality.
Although the roots of this variety at maturity are comparatively
short they often produce as large a bulk as the longer field sorts
and are more easily harvested. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
30c.; lb., 85c.
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Giant Pascal. This is a green-leaved variety and is an
excellent sort for Fall and Winter use. It blanches to a beautiful
yellowish-white color, is very solid and crisp, having a fine nutty
flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.; )4 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
Giant Pascal Dwarf Golden Heart
Dwarf Golden Heart. Very fine; when blanched the heart
is of a waxy, golden-yellow, rendering it a most striking and
showy variety for either market or private use. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
Soup or Flavoring Celery. Seed for flavoring soups,
stews, etc., not for sowing. 34 lb., 15c.; lb., 50c.
CELERY PLANTS
Ready July-August
White Plume, Giant Pascal, Winter Queen, Golden Self-
Blanching, Dwarf Golden Heart, Winter King, Easy Blanching.
Celery Plants — 50 for 40c.; 100 for 75 c.
If wanted by Parcel Post add 10c. per 100, to cover cost of
postage and packing.
All plants will be packed in live moss to insure long shipment.
No plants shipped Saturday.
Celeriac, or Turnip Rooted Celery
Culture — This plant forms a thick root, which is used
instead of the stalks. It is fit to use when about two
inches in diameter. Seed should be sown and given same treat-
ment as Celery, but the plants do not require earthing up.
Plants can be set six inches apart in rows two feet apart. To
keep over Winter, treat same as carrots or beets, except that
moist soils should be worked up about the roots to keep them
plump.
Large, Smooth Prague Celeriac. A large Celery flavored
root used extensively for flavoring soups, pickles, etc.; also
relished sliced as a salad with pepper and vinegar. It is also
used to flavor chicken and potato salad. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
CHERVIL
Culture — Sow in early spring in rich, well prepared soil.
The seed is slow to germinate, sometimes remaining in the
earth four or five weeks before the plants appear. When the
plants are about two inches high, transplant or thin to about
one foot apart. They are ready for use in six to ten weeks
from sowing.
Curled. It is a hardy annual with aromatic leaves which are
used for flavoring soups or for garnishing meats and vegetables.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
CHICORY
Culture — Sow in open ground in June in rows 12 inches
apart, selecting good, deep, rich soil. Roots should be
taken up in November, selecting those that have attained a
diameter of from 134 to 2 inches (discard divided roots and
those with narrow leaves, as well as any which bear several
heads). Trim off tops about 1)4 inches from the neck, and any
secondary shoots that appear on the sides. Cut off the lower
end of roots so they are of a uniform length of eight to ten inches.
Plant in a trench 16 to 18 inches deep. Place roots upright one
and one-half inches apart, fill the trench completely with good,
light, well-drained soil.
Witloof (French Endive). This grows in a solid oblong head
and blanches ivory-white. When lifting, cut whole head with
part of the roots to hold the leaves together. It is the choicest
of all the winter salads, and is used to such an extent in this
country that much of it is imported. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.;
34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
CHIVES
A small, hardy, perennial plant, resembling the onion in
appearance, and growing in clusters. They are grown for the
young leaves, which are produced freely from early spring until
late fall, and give a mild onion flavor to meats, salads and
various dishes. The tops appear early in the spring, and can be
cut off close to the ground when needed. They can also be
grown in pots in a sunny window during the w'inter. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 75c.; 34 lb., $3.25.
COLLARDS
Culture — This is a tall, loose-leaved cabbage-like plant.
It is extensively used for the table, as w'ell as for stock
feeding in the South, where it continues in growth and is
usable throughout the entire winter. Collards usually succeed
in locations where cabbage cannot be grown to perfection. Sow'
the seed thickly in drills, in rich ground, transplanting w'hen
about four inches high; or sowT in drills where the plants are to
remain and when well started thin to two or three feet apart in
the row. In the South seed may be sown from January' to May
and from August to October.
Georgia, Southern or Creole. This is the w'hite or green
stemmed variety, growdng two to three feet high and forming a
large, loose, open head or cluster of leaves wdth a rather long
stem. A frost, if not too severe, wall improve rather than injure
the quality of the leaves. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; ]4 lb., 25c.;
lb., 80c.
CORN SALAD
Culture. Sow' in August or September for winter or spring
about one-quarter inch deep, in rows one foot apart. Thin out
and keep clear of w'eeds. Protect in winter by thin covering of
straw or meadow hay. Ready early in spring; use same as
Lettuce. For summer use sow' early in spring.
Broad Leaved. Used as a small salad throughout the wdnter
and spring. Sow early in spring in drills one foot apart and
keep weeds down by frequent hoeing. For winter and early
spring use, sow in drills in August and September. Cover with
straw on approach of winter. Pkt, 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
40c.; lb., $1.25.
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CORN
SWEET OR TABLE VARIETIES
A rich, warm, alluvial soil is the best, but excellent sweet corn can be raised on any good, ordinary soil, if it is deeply and
thoroughly worked before planting. In the north sweet corn may be planted as early as can be done without risking great loss from
frosts or from rotting of the seed in the soil, but with the main crop varieties especially, it is well to wait until the ground has become
warm as the sweeter varieties are more sensitive to cold and wet than field corn or varieties of inferior quality.
If planted in rows, make the rows three to four feet apart, according to the vigor of growth of the variety, and place the seed
twelve to sixteen inches apart in the row, covering one-inch deep with fine soil firmly pressed down.
If planted in hills, make the hills for the early varieties three feet apart each way and plant four to six kernels to the hill. For
the later sorts the hills should be three and one-half to four feet apart each way. Hoe frequently and when six inches high thin so
as to leave three or four plants in the hill. Give frequent and thorough but shallow cultivation until the tassels appear.
Early Evergreen
Burpee’s White Evergreen. Similar to Stowell’s Evergreen, ears fully as large, but about
five days earlier in maturity. The grains remain tender considerably longer than Stowell’s. It
retains its whiteness when canned, having no yellow tinge as has the Stowell’s. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., SI. 00; pk., SI. 75.
••^Country Gentleman or Shoe Peg. This variety has a small, white cob, densely covered
with irregular rows of very long slender, white grains of excellent quality. The ears are seven to
nine inches long. The stalks are from six and one-half to seven feet high. It is well adapted for
canning as well as the home garden and market, and many consider it as the best of the late
varieties. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., SI. 00; pk., SI. 75.
Early Shaker Sugar. Introduced by us to the Philadelphia market years ago; grows fine
long ears for an early variety and is unsurpassed by any of the other early kinds. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., SI. 00; pk., $1.75.
■Golden Bantam. This is an early sweet corn with golden yellow grain, very tender and
of excellent quality. The ears are eight rowed, six to seven inches long and of the medium size
found most suitable for the table. The flavor is exceptionally rich and delicious. The stalks
are four to five feet high. Our stock of this splendid home garden and market variety has been
very carefully selected and is decidedly superior to much that is offered. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.;
qt., 35c.; 4 qts., SI. 15; pk., S2.00.
Golden Cream. A cross between Country Gentleman and Golden Bantam and combines
the excellent qualities of both. When picked ripe is a very light yellow; after being cooked it
turns darker, but not quite so much as Golden Bantam. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts.,
SI. 00; pk., SI. 75.
Howling Mob. Superb long ears of sweetest quality. Stocks are of strong, vigorous growth
43^ to 5 feet in height, abundant foliage and generally produces two fine ears to a stalk. Pkt.,
10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., §1.00; pk., SI. 75.
Kendel’s Early Giant. Remarkably large in ear for a second early sort and extensively
grown in some localities for the market. The stalks are about five and one-half feet high. The
ears are about eight to nine inches long, twelve rowed. The grain is white, rather broad and
shallow, and the quality very good. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., §1.00; pk., SI. 75.
-dVlammoth White Cory. We consider this the best extra early corn for the market and
home garden. The ears are very large for so early a variety. The stalks are about four feet high,
each generally bearing two large, finely shaped ears which become fit for use as early as those of
any variety. They are twelve rowed, six to seven inches long, very symmetrical and handsome,
seldom with any opening between the rows at the base. The grain is large, broad, very white
and of remarkably good quality for such an early sort. We have found that Mammoth White
Cory makes a large and attractive ear of good quality earlier than any other corn. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., $1.00; pk., SI. 75.
Mammoth. This variety, also called Late Mammoth, produces the largest ears of any
sweet corn. It is noted for the immense size of the ears, which are often twelve inches long,
but the grain is very white, sweet, tender and delicious. They are sixteen or eighteen rowed.
The stalks are very large, about eight feet high. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.; 4 qts., §1.00;
pk., SI. 75.
Stowell’s Evergreen. The standard main crop variety, much used for the home garden,
market and canning. It is hardy and productive, very tender and sugary, remaining a long time
in condition suitable for boiling. Our stock has been carefully grown and selected to avoid the
tendency to a shorter grain and deterioration in the evergreen character of this best known of
all late sorts. The ears about seven to eight inches long, fourteen to twenty rowed, with very
white grain. The stalks are about seven and one-half feet high. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt., 30c.;
4 qts., §1. 00; pk., SI. 75.
Black Mexican. The sweetest and most desirable for family use. When dry the kernels
are black. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.; qt. 30c.; 4 qts., $1.00; pk., SI. 75.
Early Evergreen. This excellent sort, has proven its merit as the best evergreen strain that is distinctly earlier than Stowell's.
The strain we offer has to a remarkable degree all the qualities that have made Stowell’s Evergreen the leading main crop sweet
corn for so long a time. The ears of Early Evergreen are about seven to seven and one-half inches long, with fourteen to
twenty more or less irregular rows with very deep, white grain of the very best quality. Stalks about six and one-half to seven feet
high. A very desirable main crop variety for home garden and market, and well adapted for canning. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 20c.,
qt., 30c.; 4 qts., $1.00; pk., $1.75.
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FIELD CORN
Eight Rowed Yellow. Flint variety with ears ranging from ten to twelve inches in length and one and a half inches in
diameter. It is extremely well filled at both butt and tip and the kernels are large, broad and of a very distinct yellow color.
Matures in 80 days. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
One-Hundred-Day Bristol or White Cap Yellow Dent. This is one of the most prolific varieties of dent corn grown. Said
to give better results on poor, thin or sandy soil than any other kind. The corn is yellow with a white tip or “cap” to each kernel,
so that the ear looks white on the outside, but when shelled is light yellow and very handsome. The ears are of good length (about
10 inches), with 12 rows, and filled out to the tips. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.75.
Longfellow, Long Yellow. Ninety days. Ears averaging 13 inches. Very prolific. Narrow, small cob. Used quite
frequently for replanting. Qt., 15c. ; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Mammoth Chester County. One of the very best for field culture, fine large ears, and producing a large quantity of
fodder. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk. 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Mammoth Golden Dent. A cross between the Mammoth Chester County and the Oregon; we think this the most productive
variety grown. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Mastodon. An early dent, of strong growth. Ears and grain large. A strong and quick grower, very productive, grains white
and yellow. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Early Learning. This variety has always been used foremost by most planters of field corn in the locality of Philadelphia.
It is readily distinguished by the beautiful long ears of deep grained, uniform kernels, resplendent in a deep shade of golden orange.
The cob when shelled is very small and of reddish color. The stalks grow about 7 feet high, very leafy, excellent for fodder, and on
the average will produce two ears to the stalk. This strain assures the largest ears with every' kernel perfect; ripens in 90 days and
occasionally crops 100 bushels to the acre. Our stock is grown by the most experienced grower, who carefully selects and re-selects
the seed to assure the planter a bumper crop. Every grain is uniform and perfect. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Golden Beauty. The broad, massive golden yellow dented grains are arranged very evenly' on gigantic ears. Fodder is enormous,
often growing 12 feet high; matures late, but fields wonderful crops; desirable for silo and ensilage purposes. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.;
pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.75.
FODDER AND ENSILAGE CORN
Hickory King or White Ensilage. Remarkable for its large grain and small cob. A vigorous grower, ears round and of good
size, two to four ears to the stalk, grain pure white. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk., 85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Eureka Ensilage (White). This grows invariably 10 to 12 feet high, stands up during the most severe wind storms. Seed is
white, very' deep and broad, with a thin cob. It will yield more fodder than any other variety. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk.,
85c.; bushel, $2.50.
Red Cob Ensilage. An excellent silo corn, stalks tall, short jointed and very' leafy, producing as high as 45 tons of fodder per
acre. Ears large with pure white, deep grains; cob red. Qt., 15c.; 4 qts., 50c.; pk. 85c.; bushel, 2.50.
POP CORN
A few years ago Pop Corn was grown only in gardens, rather as a side issue from the main business of the farm. It was
plentiful throughout New York and the New England States.
Now it is grown as a special crop, great quantities are raised in the Central Western States, and owing to the careful selection
of seed and thorough cultivation covering a series of y'ears, this district now produces a quality of Pop Corn superior to any heretofore
raised, the White Rice Pop Corn being the most popular variety.
Who does not enjoy munching a snowy' pop corn ball flavored with delicious syrup, or relish a bowl of crisp corn plentifully
sprinkled with salt and butter?
White Rice. A very handsome and prolific white variety. The ears are five to seven inches long. The kernels are long, pointed
and somewhat resemble rice. This excellent rather late maturing variety' yields heavily and is considered the best pop corn for
parching. Lb., 10c.; 3 lbs., 25c. (shelled).
Queen’s Golden. Produces ears in great abundance on stalks nearly six feet high. It pops perfectly white. A single kernel
will expand to nearly an inch in diameter. Lb., 14c.; 2 lbs., 25c. (shelled).
CRESS
POP CORN POPPERS
1 qt. size (5x7 inches) 25c. each.
2-qt. size (73-2x9^ inches) 35c. each.
4-qt. size (9x12 inches) 75c. each.
Handles included.
Fine Curled or Pepper Grass. As early in spring as the
ground can be worked sow the seed in rich, well prepared soil,
in shallow drills about 16 inches apart, covering with about
one-half inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. When the y'oung
plants are well started thin four to six inches apart in the row.
For succession plant every two weeks, thinning out as required
for use. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 3T lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
True Water. This is a distinct variety of cress with small,
oval leaves. It thrives best when its roots and stems are sub-
merged in water. A fair growth may be obtained in soil which
is kept wet, but does best when grown along moist banks or in
tubs in water-covered soil. It is one of the most delicious of
small salads and should be planted wherever a suitable place can
be found. The seed is usually sown and lightly' covered in
gravelly, mucky lands along the borders of small, rapid streams.
The plants will need no subsequent culture, as under favorable
conditions they increase very rapidly by self-sown seed and
extension of the roots. When gathered for the market the
shoot should be cut, not broken off. In summer it is best to
cut them closely, the oftener the better. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 45c.;
34 lb., $1.35; lb., $5.00.
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CUCUMBER
The Cucumber can be grown by any one who has a few square
yards of soil with an exposure to the sun. For early use, make
rich hills of well rotted manure the latter part of Spring, planting
a dozen or more seeds, covering one-half inch deep, pressing the
earth firmly over them. When danger from insects is over, pull
all but three or four of the strongest plants; make the hills from
four to six feet apart. For pickles,
Improved Arlington White Spine
Improved Arlington White Spine. 60 days. This is one
of the best for table use now being grown. Vines vigorous, fruit
straight and handsome, color light green, with few white prickles,
tender and of excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; Ft lb.,
40c.; lb., $1.25.
Japanese Climbing. A trellis variety used for shade as well
as eating purposes. The vine is very ornamental producing
extra big light green fruits in abundance. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Improved Long Green is a standard main crop variety.
The vines are very vigorous and productive. The fruits are very
long, often 12 to 15 inches when mature. They are uniformly
slender and of a beautiful dark green color. The large warts and
spines are well distributed over the entire surface of the fruit
instead of being clustered at one end as in inferior stocks. It is
a standard variety for slicing and is very largely used for pickles.
This is probably the most extensively used cucumber for the
home garden and market. Ready for use in 70 days. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.; lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Davis Perfect. Resembles a hot-house cucumber so closely
that dealers cannot tell the difference, it being equally good for
the hot-house or outdoor culture. It is ideal in shape, rich,
dark green color, uniform and regular in size, it is exceedingly
tender, and as a slicing cucumber for the table it is unsurpassed.
It is almost seedless one-third of its length from the stem and the
seeds contained in it, when in slicing condition, are so small and
tender that they are almost unnoticed. Exceedingly productive.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Boston Pickling. This is a very prolific and exceedingly
popular variety. The fruits are short, smooth, bright green and
of excellent quality. For producing medium sized pickles this
variety is highly esteemed. Ready for use in 50 days. Pkt., 5c. ;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 35c.; lb., $1.10.
West India Gherkin (or Burr)
West India Gherkin. A small fruited variety; very prolific
and used only for pickling. Fruits are thick and rounded in
shape, ranging from 2 to 3 inches long and covered with sharp
spines. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Klondike. An early dark green strain, producing finely
shaped fruit, slightly tapered, about 9 inches in length. They
hold their color and brittleness after being cut which makes it an
excellent shipper for distant markets. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Short Green Pickle. 50 days. This is the favorite Western
pickling variety and is growing in favor here every season.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 35c.; lb., $1.10.
Early Fortune. The finest type of the White Spine yet pro-
duced. Early, very productive and disease resistant. Fruits 8
to 9 inches long, slightly tapering. Flesh white, very firm and
crisp, with but few seeds. Color rich dark green, which does not
tade when shipped longdistance. A great favorite with growers
for long distance shipping. Ready for table use in 60 days.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 14 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Jersey Pickle (Selected Stock). One of the very best of
pickling cucumbers, vines vigorous and productive, fruit long,
firm and crisp; when small used for pickles, when large for sweet
pickles. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
DANDELION
Cultural Directions — The seed is sown one-half inch deep
in the open ground as soon as it can be worked in spring, in rows
one foot apart, thinning the plants to about three inches apart if
grown for “Greens” or if to be blanched for salad the row^s should
be 15 to 18 inches apart and the plants thinned to about eight
inches. A gathering of young leaves may be made in eight or
nine weeks from seed sowing and be continued until the growth
gets too old and bitter. The plants being hardy if allowed to
stand over winter will yield a very early crop of tender young
leaves the following spring.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.
Improved Broad Leaved. A much improved variety, by
careful selection for size of leaf and for earliness. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 60c.; 34 lb., $2.15; lb., $8.00.
EGG PLANT
Sow in hot-beds early in March, transplant middle of May
to first of June, in a rich, warm piece of ground, about 30 inches
apart. Draw the earth up to their stems when about a foot
high. Egg-plant seed will not vegetate freely without substan-
tial heat, and if the plant gets the least chilled in the earlier
stages of growth, they seldom recover. Repeated sowings are
sometimes necessary. Care should be taken in cutting the fruit
so as not to disturb the roots, which injures the plants. Matures
for table in 120 days.
Early Long Purple. This is one of the earliest varieties,
hardy and productive, fruit long and of superior quality. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 40c.; 34 lb., $1.35; lb., $5.00.
Improved N. Y. Purple Egg Plant
New York Improved Egg Plant — (Spineless) — A vigorous
grower; fruit large, fine, free from thorns, and produce until
frost; skin of a rich purple, flesh white and of a rich flavor. We
can highly recommend this Egg Plant. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.;
34 lb., $1.35; lb., $5.00.
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EGG PLANT — Continued
Black Beauty. Two weeks earlier than the New York Spine-
less Egg Plant and a splendid shipper. Fruit large and of fine
flavor. Plants branch freely near the ground. Skin is a rich
lustrous black. Satin gloss and rich coloring add greatly to the
beauty of the fruit. The heavy leaves which attach the fruit
to the stems are bright green, making a beautiful contrast with
the fine dark color of the fruit. Thoroughly free from spines or
thorns. Fruit sets freely. Being two weeks earlier than the
New York Purple Plant they readily bring double the price.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; % lb., $1.35; lb., $5.00.
EGG PLANT, PLANTS
Ready after May 1st. Pot grown stock only. Ea., 7c.;
doz., 70c. Not mailable.
ENDIVE
An excellent fall and winter salad, when Lettuce is getting
scarce. Sow late in the spring to middle of summer in shallow
drills, and thin out to a foot apart; blanch by tying the leaves
together near the top.
Green Curled Endive
Green Curled is the hardiest variety, with beautifully curled
dark green leaves, which blanch white, and are very crisp and
tender. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Broad Leaved Batavian (Escarolle) has broad, thick, plain
or slightly wrinkled leaves. It is principally used for cooking,
and making a larger head, is preferred for stews and soups;
if the outer leaves are gathered and tied on the top, the whole
plant will blanch nicely, and make an excellent salad for the
table. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
French Endive (Witloof Chicory). Grown extensively for
salads, and commands high prices. Must be bleached similar to
Celery. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
HORSE RADISH ROOTS
Culture. Horse Radish rarely produces seed, but is grown
from pieces of the root. For the home garden they may be set
wherever a few feet of space is available, but when grown as a
crop they should be set in rich, moist, well prepared ground in
rows two and one-half feet apart and about eighteen inches apart
in the row. Set the roots vertically, small end down, the top of
the root one to three inches below the surface. Cultivate
thoroughly until the tops cover the ground, when their shade
will keep down the weeds.
Maliner-Kren or Bohemian. A new variety from Bohemia
producing very large, pure white roots. Strong sets. 100, $1.00;
1000, $8.00.
KALE — Borecole
This is extensively grown, especially in the south during the
fall, winter and spring. The leaves are used principally for greens.
A favorite way is to cook them with bacon. The leaves are also
used for garnishing.
Where climate permits seed may be sown any time from
August to October, broadcast or preferably in drills eighteen
inches apart so that the plants when small may be cultivated.
The quality is improved rather than injured by frosts if not too
heavy. Farther north sow in April or May in rich, light soil in
rows two to three feet apart and where plants of the largest size
are desired thin to two feet apart in row. It is better not to cut
or handle the plants while frozen, but if this is unavoidable, thaw
them out in cold water. The young shoots which start up in the
spring from the old stumps are very tender and make excellent
greens.
Siberian Curled Kale. The green leaves are very large and
comparatively plain in the center, but heavily curled on the
edge. It is a fast grower, extremely hardy and will stand longer
in the spring without bolting than any other variety. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 85c.
Dwarf Green Curled Scotch
Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. Makes excellent greens for
winter use, dwarf and easily protected during the winter.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
Tall Green Curled Scotch. The plant of this variety grows
to three or four feet high, bearing long, plume-like, light green
leaves which are deeply cut, also finely curled at edges. Very
ornamental and so hardy that a moderately heavy frost improves
rather than injures its quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
35c.; lb., $1.10.
KOHL RABI
The edible part is the turnip-shaped bulb formed above ground.
It is tender and excellent when used before fully grown, com-
bining somewhat the flavors of cabbage and turnip.
Culture. Seed should be sown in light, rich soil as early in
spring as possible in rows one and one-half feet apart and when
well established thin to six inches apart in the row. Plantings at
intervals of ten days will give a succession until hot weather,
when they fail to grow well. Plantings may be made the latter
part of July for fall use.
Early White Vienna (Extra for forcing). This variety is
extremely early with distinctly small tops. The bulbs are of
medium size, very light green or nearly white, and are of best
quality for the table if used when about two inches in diameter.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 34 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
Early Purple Vienna. Very early with small top, the leaf
stems being tinged with purple. Bulbs of medium size, purple;
flesh white. Desirable for forcing and early outdoor planting.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 34 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
LEEK
The Leek is hardy and of easy culture; sow early in spring
in trenches eight inches deep, and have the soil at the bottom
fine and rich; thin six to eight inches apart, and when the plants
are twelve inches high, gather the leaves together and fill the
trench so as to blanch the lower part of the plant.
Large American Flag. A desirable strong growing, broad
leaved leek, hardy and productive. It is a favorite with many
market gardeners and is also extensively used for the home
garden. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
London Flag. 90 days. This is the best variety and succeeds
better in this country than any other. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.;
J4 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
Musselburgh. Foliage fan-shaped and strong in growth.
Large in size and leaves broad. A fine market variety. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
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LETTUCE
There is no vegetable which is more universally used than
this. It is of easy culture, and thrives best in rich, moist soil.
Its quality depends largely upon rapid and vigorous growth;
to secure this, have the soil rich and mellow, with frequent
surface cultivation and an abundant supply of water.
Loose-Head or Cutting Varieties
Early Curled Silesian. An early variety of strong growth,
leaves large, light yellow and wrinkled. It does not form a head,
but is the best variety for cutting when young. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Early Curled Simpson (Black Seeded)
Early Curled Simpson. A very large loose-leaved sort, and
larger than ordinary Simpson. Excellent for table. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Grand Rapids. For greenhouse forcing this variety has few
equals. It is of quick growth, little liable to rot, and can stand
some days after being cut. The plant is upright and forms a
loose head or cluster of large yellowish-green leaves which are
slightly crimped, blistered and rather thin. Is a good shipper.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Black Seeded Simpson. Very easily grown and one of the
most reliable varieties. Does well both outdoors and in green-
house, and forms beautiful, large, loose heads and is very slow to
go to seed. Splendid for home garden and market. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Early Prize Head (Seed white). A large, clustering, non-
heading lettuce, most excellent for the home garden and un-
doubtedly the most easily grown variety in cultivation. It is too
tender, however, to stand shipping or handling on the market.
The leaves are finely curled and crumpled, bright green tinged
with brownish-red, and are very crisp, tender and sweet. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Cabbage or Heading Varieties
New York or Wonderful (Seed white). This very large
heading lettuce is desirable not only as a garden variety for summer
use but is much used as a fall and winter market sort. The plant
is very large but compact and tight heading; outer leaves at-
tractive, deep green, broad, frilled at edges. The inner leaves form
a large head, very sweet and tender when in condition for use
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 65c.; lb., $2.25.
White Dutch Butter. The best variety for cultivation in the
latitude of Philadelphia; fine large heads, and stands the heat of
summer well. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Iceberg. A beautiful Lettuce, with large, curly leaves of a
bright light green, with a very slight reddish tinge at the edges.
Handsome heads, unusually solid because of the natural tendency
to the large, strong leaves to turn in, which also causes thorough
blanching. Crisp, tender and fine flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.50.
May King Lettuce
May King Lettuce. Equal alike for forcing under glass or
outdoor planting. The plants are of quick growth, practically
all head and handsome. From early spring plantings in the
open ground they grow quickly to a diameter of six to seven
inches, with the broad, light green outer leaves folding closely
about the round solid head. In cool weather the edges of these
outer leaves are lightly tinged with brown. The inner leaves
are blanched to a rich golden-yellow, and have a specially fine,
rich, buttery flavor. The solid round heads are so flrmly folded
that they can be shipped to distant markets and arrive in the
best of condition. It is the very best lettuce for early planting
in the spring, and again during August and September for fall
use. Pkt., 5c.; oz., I5c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Cabbage Head. Heads large and fine, pale green without,
and white at centre; crisp and tender, fine summer variety.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 34 lb., 70c.; lb., $2.40.
Salamander (Seed black). A very extensively used sort of
excellent quality for the home garden and market. The variety
withstands hot weather remarkably well. It forms a large com-
pact, light green plant. The leaves are broad, thick, somewhat
crumpled and closely overlapping so that the inner ones are very
fine. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.15.
Big Boston. Very large, smooth-leaved, solid-heading variety
grown more extensively throughout the east and south than any
other. It is congenial to all climates, and is a good shipper. In
flavor it probably excels all other smooth-leaved varieties. An
excellent all year 'round lettuce. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
45c.; lb., $1.50.
Improved Hanson. None more reliable for outdoor cultiva-
tion. Heads grow to a remarkable size, resembling that of a flat
cabbage. Extremely slow to run to seed. Outer leaves are bright
green and beautifully frilled on the edges; inner leaves white
and deliciously sweet, tender and crisp. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
34 lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75.
Romaine, or Cos Lettuce
Paris White Cos. Grows to a very large size, producing
long-pointed, compact bunches. The inner leaves blanch readily
and are of fine flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.;
lb., $1.35.
LETTUCE PLANTS — Ready May 1st
Big Boston, May King, Cos, etc.
500, $2.15; 1000, $4.00. By Parcel Post add 5c. per 100;
,25c. per 1000.
No plants shipped on Saturday.
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MELON — Cantaloupe
Salmon-Fleshed Varieties
Culture— Plant early in May, when the ground has become
warm and dry, in hills six feet apart each way; use well rotted
manure, and if plants grow very rank, finer fruit will be secured
by trimming off the ends of the shoots when about three feet
long. Do not plant near pumpkins, squashes or cucumbers, as
they will mix with and injure the quality of the melons.
Emerald Gem — A splendid early variety, coming in just
ahead of Rocky Ford; fruit emerald green in color, globular or
slightly flattened, irregularly' ribbed and lightly netted; flesh
very thick, of a deep rich salmon color, and having an exceed-
ingly small seed cavity'. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 35c.; lb.,
$1.10.
Fordhook
Fordhook — A fine, large, early ripener. Skin dark green
mixed with stripes of lighter green. Thin rind and tough skin,
well adapted for shipping. Flesh bright red, crisp and sweet.
Flavor one of the finest. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 35c.; lb.,
$1.10.
Burrells’ Gem — The golden fleshed Rocky Ford. The Bur-
rells’ Gem, which is an improved Rocky Ford, averages 2 lbs.
in weight, 6 inches in length and 4 V2 inches across. It is very
solid and has a small seed cavity. The flesh is golden in color,
very thick, fine-grained and spicy. An abundant yielder and a
good shipper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 35c.; lb., $1.10.
Golden Honey Dew — This grand new melon is a sport from
Honey Dew, which it resembles except in color. The flesh is a
rich golden instead of light green, very sweet, keeps a long
time and by many' is considered superior to the green-fleshed
variety. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; A lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75.
Green-Fleshed Varieties
Rocky Ford — 70 days — The flesh is deep and thick, and light
green in color, except next the seeds, where it inclines towards j
yellow. The flavor exceedingly fine. The skin is green, regularly !
ribbed and thickly netted. It is a firm, solid melon, and
will carrv in perfect condition for a week or more after its
removal from the vine. It is a heavy cropper and is in wide
favor as a market melon. Pkt., 5c.; oz.. 10c.; A lb-, 35c.; lb.,
$1.10.
Honey Dew — The juicy, light green flesh frequently measur- i
ing two inches thick, entirely stringless and especially luscious l
in flavor, most tender and practically melting in the mouth.
It is as sweet as honey. This delicious flavor extends practically |
to the very rind. The rind is mottled. The shell is hard and j
about Vs of an inch thick. There is no seed cavity. The seeds
are imbedded in a jelly-like pulp. Plant the same time you
would any other cantaloupe. When the under side of the melon
becomes a golden yellow it is ready to take off. By storing in a
cold, dark place in sand, being careful not to allow them to
touch each other, they could be kept until Christmas. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 15c.; A lb-, 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Jenny Lind Improved — 65 days — Resembles the old variety
only that it matures earlier and is better filled out, roughing up
better, and keeping fully a week longer than any other variety, j
Is a handsome green fleshed sort and invaluable for a first early; j
and of delicious quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 'A lb., 35c.; lb., |
$1.10.
Netted Nutmeg — Oval in shape; netting rough. A melon of j
fine flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; A lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Hackensack — A popular large sized melon, flattened at the
poles, deeply netted and ribbed, flesh green and well flavored.
One of the best for shipping, and is a favorite with market gar- i
deners. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c; A lb., 35c.; lb., $1.10.
Montreal — Largest of the nutmeg varieties; averaging a
weight of 15 lbs., nearly round, flattened at the ends, deeply
ribbed, green, netted skin. Flesh green, thick, and of fine flavor.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb.. 35c.; lb., $1.10.
Baltimore or Acme — The fruits are medium sized, oval or j
long oval, slightly pointed at stem end, slightly ribbed, and are j
covered when ripe with coarse netting. The flesh is thick, green, I
well flavored and sweet. This variety is a very productive, sure J
cropper of good quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 35c.; lb., I
$1.10. |
MELON — W atermelon
Culture — The soil for Watermelons must be light, rich and
sandy, for if grown on a heavy soil the quality will be poor, and
they will not be so early. When there is more danger of frost
drop 8 to 10 seeds in hills 8 to 10 feet apart each way, covering
about % inch deep. As soon as plants commence to run, thin
out to 3 best plants in a hill, and cultivate until the vines cover
the whole ground. If slow to fruit, pinch off the ends of the
growing shoots. Ash or air-slated lime sifted on the young
plants while dew is on is good to keep insects out. One ounce
will plant about 30 hills, and it takes 3 to 4 pounds to an acre.
Tom Watson — An early, large, oblong, dark green melon,
with thick netting. An introduction from one of the best melon
districts in the South. Rind thin, but tough, making it a
favorite shipping sort. The flesh is firm, and of a bright red
color, delicious, sweet and melting. An excellent sort for the
private or market gardener. The average melon will weigh 35
to 40 pounds and measure 2S inches long and about 12 inches in
diameter. Very prolific. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.; lb.,
75c.
Long Light Icing — 75 days — Very light green skin, flesh
bright, red, crisp and sugarv, excellent quality. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; A lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
Cole’s Early — An early variety. Large heart, flesh of finu
texture and good flavor. Rind thin. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb.,
Kleckley’s Sweets
Kleckley’s Sweets — A handsome melon for both the private
and market garden. Shape oblong, skin dark green, and slightly
mottled, thin rind, flesh bright scarlet, very sweet, crisp and
melting. Heart solid. One of the best melons grown. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
Citron Water Melon — This is the well known melon for mak-
ing preserves or condiments. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.;
ib., 75c.
Halbert’s Honey — Fully equal in quality to Kleckley’s Sweet,
which it resembles. It is more even in outline, is blunter at
the end, and the skin is of a richer, darker color. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; A lb-, 25c.; lb., 75c.
SPAWN
Culture — Mushrooms
may be grown in cellars,
under benches of green-
houses, or in sheds,
wherever the temperature
of 50 degrees can be
kept up through the Win-
ter. The beds should be
made from November to
February, according to
the time the mushrooms
are wanted, and it re-
quires about two months
for them to begin bear-
ing. Secure fresh horse
and mix an equal bulk of
loam from an old pasture with it. Keep this under cover, tak-
ing care to turn it every day to prevent heating, until the pile
is large enough to make a bed the required size. Three to four
feet wide, eight inches deep and any length desired are the
proper proportions for a bed, but these may be varied. Prepare
the mixture of loam and manure, making the bed in layers, and
pounding down each with the back of the spade. Leave this to
heat through for a few days, and as soon as the heat subsides
to 90 degrees, make holes in the bed about a foot apart each way
and about one inch deep, into which put pieces of the spawn two
or three inches in diameter; fill up the holes with the compost,
and at the expiration of a week or ten days the spawn will have
thoroughly diffused itself through the bed. Spread a layer of
fresh soil over the heap to the depth of two inches and cover
with three or four inches of hay, straw or litter. Examine the
bed often to see that it does not get dry. Take special care,
however, when water is given, that it be at a temperature of
about 100 degrees.
Brandywine Pure Culture Spawn — Per brick, 25c.; per brick
(postpaid), 35c.; 5 bricks, $1.20; 10 bricks, $2.15. Larger lots,
prices on application. English Milltrack, 15c. per brick; (post-
paid), 25c. per brick; 1 doz., $1.60. Larger lots, prices on applica-
tion.
MUSHROOM
manure, free from straw and litter,
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MUSTARD
Culture — As an ingredient, the green Mustard imparts a
delightfully pungent flavor to the various forms of prepared
salads. For early crops the seed may be sown in a hotbed in
March, and for general crop at frequent intervals throughout the
spring, in drills eight to twelve inches apart. One ounce will
sow 75 feet of drill.
Giant Southern Curled. Large variety, forming a great
mass of beautiful leaves, which are ruffled and finely curled on
the edges. Hardy, vigorous, highly recommended. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
White English. This is the kind usually preferred for salad.
The leaves are light green, mild and tender when young; seed
light yellow. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
Brown Italian. This is a larger plant than the preceding,
with much darker leaves; seed brown and more pungent. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; 341b., 20c.; lb., 60c.
OKRA, OR GOMBO
Cultural Directions — Sow about the middle of May when
the ground is warm, in hills about three feet apart; cover seed
one-half inch and thin plants to three in a hill. Keep ground well
hoed and earth up around the plants to support them. Gather
pods while young and tender. Excellent for soups and stews,
etc., to which they impart a rich flavor.
Perkins Mammoth Pod. A tall handsome plant producing
very long, slender green pods; very prolific and a popular one.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
White Velvet. An early maturing and very productive
variety, growing about three and one-half feet high. Pods
white, long, smooth and very tender. This is not so deeply
ribbed as the green sort and is very popular in some sections.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 1b., 20c.; lb., 60c.
ONION
Culture — Onion seed should be sown as soon as possible in
the spring, even if the weather is cold, so the soil works up
well. This gives them a good start ahead of the weeds, and
before dry weather sets in. After thoroughly pulverizing the
soil, sow thinly, four or five pounds to the acre, in drills, 14 to
16 inches apart, and about one-quarter inch deep, in strong
land, well manured, keeping them well hoed and free from weeds.
The Silver-skin and Yellow Danvers are principally grown
(for sets) in this vicinity. Sow the seed early in the spring,
very thickly in beds or drills. As soon as the tops die off in the
summer, remove them to a dry, airy place, and early in the
following spring replant in rows about two inches apart, the
rows wide enough apart to admit of hoeing. The onions by
this process are obtained of a large size early in the season.
We can also supply the sets themselves early in spring, at cur-
rent market prices.
The Prizetaker may be grown to large size by sowing in drills
early in March, in strong land, and thinning them out to stand
two or three inches apart, keeping them well hoed.
Extra Early White Pearl. A transparent, waxy, early
variety, flat, and of very mild flavor. In some sections attaining
a size, five to six inches in diameter. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.;
34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
‘-—aiVliite Portugal or Silver Skin. Eighty-five days. Large
flat onion of mild flavor, skin clear white; grown extensively for
sets, very desirable for pickling and is the best white sort for
this purpose. Used extensively in the spring for green bunch
onions. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., S2.10.
Southport White Globe. In shape same as Yellow or Red
Globe, but milder, not so good a keeper. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
34 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
Yellow Dutch or Strasburg. A splendid variety for sets.
The bulbs are very similar to Yellow Danvers, excepting they are
a little more flattened, and have a darker yellow skin. Ripens
early, and is a splendid keeper. This is the onion from which
our fancy bottom sets are grown. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; J4 lb.,
50c.; lb., $1.75.
i enow vjiodc uan ■
vers. 115 days. A fine
variety, originating in
Danvers, Mass. ; above
the medium size, oval
shaped; skin yellowish-
brown; flesh white, mild
and well flavored; very
productive. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 60c.;
.00.
Australian Brown.
This remarkable onion
is medium in size, hard
and solid, most attractive
in shape and appearance
for the market, it having
a beautiful amber-brown
color. It is one of the earliest of the globe-shaped yellows, but
not so large or as heavy a cropper as some. Xoted for its keeping
qualities. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 50c.; lb., $1.50.
Large Red Wethersfield. 110 days. The standard Eastern
variety. Grows to large size directly from the seed; skin deep
purplish-red; form round, flat; flesh purplish-white and stronger
flavored than any of the other kinds. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.;
34 lb., 55c.; lb., SI. 75.
Prizetaker. Seven
to nine hundred bushels
to the acre, and a single
specimen weighing as
much as four pounds
are some of the things
this handsome globe
onion will produce. It
has a bright, clear,
straw color, and grows
a perfect globe-shape.
Is by far the handsom-
est, most productive,
most profitable, and
best of all the yellow
globe onions. Large
onions can always be
raised in a single season
from the seed. It has
always brought much
better prices than any
Prizetaker other onion in the
market ; it never fails to
attract attention on account of its beauty; on the city stalls it
has completely taken the place of the large Spanish Onions. The
Prizetaker Onion is gifted with strong drought-resisting ability,
and we consider this one of its strong points. It is admitted by
the most critical onion growers to be the largest, finest flavored,
and most superior x^ellow globe onion under cultivation. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 55c.; lb., $1.85.
ONION SETS
The Onion sets grown in the vicinity of Philadelphia are
recognized everywhere as the best in the country; they are more
solid and brighter, and their keeping qualities much better than
those grown elsewhere. The best varieties are named below.
Onions grown from sets come into market long before those
grown directly from the seeds, and in consequence much higher
prices are realized from them.
Extra Early Red. Strasburg. Yellow Danvers. Qt., 15c.;
bushel (28 lbs.) market price.
WThite Portugal or Silver Skin. Qt., 20c. ; bushel, (28 lbs.)
market price.
WINTER SETS
Egyptian, Perennial or Tree Onions. An unusually hardy
variety in the colder States, remaining in the ground with safety
all winter. It starts early in the spring and may be bunched and
marketed several weeks before any other variety. The quality
is inferior, but the bulbs find a ready sale when other varieties of
onions are wanting. Qt., 20c.; pk., $1.00; bushel 28 lbs.).
Market Price.
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PARSLEY
Sow early in April in rows. Soak the seed a few hours in
warm water before sowing, or it may lay two or three weeks in
the ground before vegetating. A few Radish Seed mixed with
the seed when sowing will mark the rows and facilitate weeding.
One ounce to 150 feet of drill. Make open air sowing in April.
Double Curled Parsley
Double Curled. A dark green market variety of dwarf habit.
Stands the winter better than other varieties. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Plain Leaved. This is the hardiest variety, foliage very
dark green, with plain leaves, having a strong parsley flavor
and much preferred in French cooking. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Hamburg Rooted. The standard rooted sort. The leaves
are used for soup greens, and the roots when sliced are much
esteemed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
PARSNIP
This well-known culinary vegetable does best on a deep, rich,
sandy soil; fresh manure should not be used, as it is apt to make
the roots coarse and ill-shaped. The seed is sometimes slow to
germinate; it should be sown early as possible, covering half an
inch deep, and the soil pressed firmly over the seed; thin out
so that the plants will stand four inches apart.
Sugar Parsnip
Hollow Crown Sugar Parsnip. Is fine grained, true hollow
crown; has thick shoulders, tapers symmetrically to a single
tap root. Are easily gathered; heavy croppers; roots run
uniformly smooth, with fine grained flesh, and good quality.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 341b., 35c.; lb., $1.00.
PEAS
The Pea is so generally known that it is needless to give any
description of it. There are many new varieties coming out
every year, most of which turn out to be no*better than the
older sorts. We have carefully culled them over, and our list
will be found to contain all that are really valuable. The Pea
matures earliest in a light, rich soil; but for general crop, a rich,
deep loam will be found best. The Extra Early varieties should
be sown as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring, and
continue every two weeks for a succession. The tall varieties
require brush stuck in between rows. The wrinkled varieties
are superior, more delicate in flavor, and remain longeron season
than the smooth sorts, but are not so hardy.
The dwarf varieties suit best for small gardens, ^andfcan be
planted in rows one foot apart. One quart for^75 feet of drill,
two to three bushels to the acre.
Early Varieties
Mingle’s Selected Extra Early. Forty-eight days. For
family use this is probably equal to the Improved Premier; it
does not ripen so evenly, but keeps in bearing longer. [Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Mingle’s Selected Extra Early
^Eirst and Best. A desirable Extra Early. Vine 3 feet, and a
strong grower, continues in bearing as long as other Extra Early
Sorts. Pkt., 10c.; Pt. ,25c.; qt. ,50c.; 4qts., $1.60; pk., $2.75.
American Wonder. Fifty-two days. A hybrid between
Champion of England and Little Gem; it is an enormous cropper,
and ripens in about fifty days from germination. Pods two and
one-half inches. Vine 10 inches. Pkt., 10c. ; Pt., 25c. ; qt., 50c. ;
4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Blue Bantam. A new dwarf, extremely early variety, very
productive, bearing on 15-inch vines many large, well-filled pods
of luscious deep green peas, fully as large as Gradus, numbering
eight to ten peas to a pod. This pea matures as early as American
Wonder and is destined to become a great Market Gardeners’
variety. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk.,
$3.00.
Nott’s Excelsior. Fifty days. A fine dwarf wrinkled sort,
maturing as early as most smooth varieties. Very tender and of
fine flavor. Pods 234 inches. Vines 14 inches. Pkt., 10c.,
pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Peter Pan. One of the very finest of the large podded, dwarf
peas, on the order of Laxtonian, though somewhat earlier.
Height, 15 inches. Vine and foliage stout, heavy and dark
green; pods 3% inches long, very broad, straight and pointed,
containing six to eight large, dark green peas of superb quality.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., $3.00.
Our satisfied customers are our best advertisement. Join the ranks.
We pay postage on packets and ounces. Add 5c. per pint and 10c. per quart for peas when ordered by mail.
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PEAS — Continued
Gradus — No other pea introduced for years has met with so
extensive Scile and. commanded so hit'll a price. It withstands
an extraordinary amount of cold and wet weather, so plant it
early and your returns will surprise you. It matures and is
marketed before the Pea Louse g-ets a chance at it. Besides
being so attractive, the sweet delicious flavor and excellent
quality bring back a customer who has once bought them.
Foliage large and luxuriant, pale green in color; pods long,
straight, slightly rounded at the point; seed large, wrinkled,
cream color, tinged with green, height 3 ft. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,
25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Laxton’s Prolific — Height 3 feet, an extra early. Pods 314
inches and blunt, very prolific and well filled; seed wrinkled,
cream color tinged with green. Vine 3 feet. Pkt., 10c.; pt.,
25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Alaska
Alaska — An extra early, vine about 2 feet high, seed green
and round, in well filled pods, produced in abundance. Excellent
for market or family use. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts.,
$1.50; peck, $2.50.
Ameer — Similar to Alaska, but not quite so early. Vine a
little longer, pods well filled and somewhat light erreen dented.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Sutton’s Excelsior — A marked improvement in the dwarf
wrinkled class. Similar in habit of growth to Nott’s Excelsior,
but bearing very large, broad pods filled with large peas, tender
and of exquisite flavor. As a wrinkled sort it leads in earliness,
with much larger and handsomer pods than any dwarf early
wrinkled pea yet introduced. It is a pea of first-class merit, and
a good cropper. Pods 3 inches long, broad, straight and well
filled. Seed pale green, wrinkled. Vine 15 inches. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Little Marvel — Vines of dwarf, even growth, averaging 15
inches in height. Heavily set with fine pods and frequently
borne in pairs. Ready for table fully as early as American
Wonder: vines are larger and produce a much heavier crop.
Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.; qt., 60c.; 4 qts., $2.15; peck, $4.00.
Second Early
McLean’s Premium Gem — An improvement on the Little
Gem, being larger and more productive. Does not ripen quite so
early, is very luscious in flavor, and is a general favorite. Pods
2 y2 inches. Vine 14 to 16 inches. Green wrinkled seed. Pkt.,
10c; pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.50; peck, $2.60.
Laxtonian — Of vigorous growing habit, luxuriant foliage of
dark green color. Large seed, white and green. Pods 3% inches
long, broad and pointed at the ends. This is a fine half-dwarf
wrinkled sort. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.; qt., 55c.; 4 qts., $1.75; peck,
$3.00.
Potlatch — A vigorous growing, half-dwarf variety of luxuri-
ant, strong foliage of dark green color. Pods 3% inches long,
of medium green color, broad, and pointed at the ends. Seed
large green and wrinkled. Straw 24 inches long. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Flllbasket — Height 30 inches, of branching habit; pods well
filled and therefore indispensable to the market gardener, and
large croppers. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Late
Dwarf Champion — 44 days — very much liked by those who
have tried it. In quality and flavor equal to Champion of Eng-
land, and the vine only 2 feet. Equal to Little Gem. Pkt.,
10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 45c.; 4 qts., $1.50; peck, $2.50.
Daisy or Dwarf Telephone — Among the medium early dwarf
sorts, ripening a week ahead of Stratagem. It is a most desir-
able pea on account of the large size, beautiful shape and fine
quality of its well-filled pods, containing six to nine tender
sweet peas. Seed green, wrinkled. Pods 4 inches. Vine 18
inches — very vigorous and quite prolific. Pkt. 10c.; pt, 30c.;
qt. 60c.; 4 qts., $2.15; peck, $4.00.
Improved Telephone — One of the recent introductions from
England, where it is highly prized; grows about 3 feet high, and
is the best tall pea in existence, an enormous bearer, producing
straight, showy pods, containing from nine to ten peas in a pod.
Pkt., ICc.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00.
Long Island Mammoth — Very popular with the farmers In
most sections who want a large, handsome pod of deep green
color that carries well. Is becoming more popular every year.
Height 3 feet. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck,
$3. CO.
Yankee Prince. The king of the second early large-podded
wrinkled sorts of the Telephone type. Remarkably healthy,
vigorous and productive. Pods of the largest size frequently six
inches in length, straight, round at the point, deep green in color
and most beautifully shaped, well filled with large peas that are
deep green in color and of the richest flavor. Height, four feet.
We claim this to be the best of its class. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 30c.;
qt., 55c.; 4 qts., $1.65; pk., S3. 00.
Edible Podded Peas
Mammoth Melting Sugar. This variety is used the same as
a snap-bean both pod and pea being eaten. The pods are large,
extremely tender while young, finely flavored and borne in great
profusion. Seed white. Height, four to five feet. Pkt., 10c.;
pt., 30c.; qt., 55c.; 4 qts., $1.75; pk., $3.25.
Dwarf Gray Sugar. Seed gray, pods purple; large and eaten
like string beans. Vine 18 inches. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt.,
45c.; 4 qts., $1.50; pk., $2.60.
NITROGEN GATHERING BACTERIA
If you want your pea patch to yield earlier and better,
inoculate the seed before planting with MULFORD CULTURE.
It encourages vigorous vines, well filled pods and makes it
possible for the plants to withstand drought and disease better.
MULFORD CULTURE: 35c. per trial bottle; 75c. Vi acre
bottle.
When ordering be sure and specify wanted for Garden
Peas, as each leguminous crop requires a separate culture.
PEPPER
Culture. Sow in hot-beds in March, or in a warm border early
in May, transplant and thin out to stand 16 or 18 inches apart; hoe
frequently, to keep down the weeds. Edible in 100 to 120 days.
Large Bull Nose or
Sweet Mountain. Plant
vigorous, compact, very
productive, ripening its
fruit uniformly and early.
Fruit large, of blockyform,
with thick flesh, usually
quite hot. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 30c.; 34 lb., $1.10;
lb., $4.00,
New Neapolitan. A
great market variety on
account of its earliness and
productiveness : Two
weeks earlier than Bull
Nose. The fruit is of good
size growing on a vigorous
stalky plant. The flesh is
quite thick and sweet as an
Apple. Color a light green
changing to a bright red
when ripe. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 35c.; 34 lb., $1.25;
Large Bull Nose lb., $4.50.
Ruby King— Fruit 5% x 3 V2, bright
tinctively mild flavor. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
$3.50.
red in color and of dls-
35c.; !4 lb., $1.10; lb.,
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PEPPERS — Continued
Early Red Squash, or Tomato Shaped. Fruit small, flat,
shaped like a tomato; skin smooth, glossy red; flesh thick,
mild, somewhat pungent; earlv and very productive. Pkt. 10c. ;
oz., 30c.; 34 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Pimiento. The sweetest Pepper grown, as it does not contain
the slightest trace of fieriness. The plants are productive and
Peppers medium size and of a shape which is desirable for filling,
and when prepared in this manner they are delicious. It may
also be used in preparing salads and for flavoring. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 30c.; 34 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Long Red Cayenne. Pod long, slim and pointed; color,
bright red and verv pungent. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; 34 16.,
$1.10; lb., $4.00.
Red Cherry. Fruits small, bright red and very pungent.
Pkt. ,10c.; oz., 30c.; 34 16., 85c.; 16., $3.00.
Chili, Red. Small red, conical pods about 2 inches long.
Very hot and prolific. Generally used for seasoning and pepper
sauce. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 34 16., 85c.; 16., $3.00.
PEPPER PLANTS
READY IN MAY.
Pot Grown Plants — Doz., 70c.; 100, $4.00.
Transplanted — Doz., 25c.; 100, $1.00.
Pot grown plants are not mailable.
All plants will be packed in live moss, insuring long ship*
ment. No plants shipped Saturday.
PUMPKIN
Culture — Sow in hills 8 or 10 feet apart each way, or in fields
of corn, about every fourth hill; avoid planting near melon or
squash vines, as they will hybridize.
Sweet or Sugar Pumpkin
Sweet or Sugar — A handsome variety and very popular.
Does not grow as large as the field varieties. The skin is a deep
orange yellow, flesh fine grained and sweet. The most famous
for pies. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; A lb., 45c.; lb., $1.25.
Large Cheese or Kentucky Field — A very productive variety,
broad and flat in shape, rich green color, flesh is very tender,
good for table or stock feeding. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.;
lb., 75e.
Mammoth Golden Cashaw (Crook Neck)
Mammoth Golden — Long Yellow Crook Neck, one of the
best among pumpkins; sometimes weigh as much as 60 to 80
pounds. Pkt,, 5c.; oz., 15c.; A lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
King of Mammoths — Has been grown to weigh 200 pounds,
surpassing any other variety for size. The flesh and skin are
both bright yellow and of excellent quality. The Mammoth is
one of the best pie pumpkins grown, also a splendid keeper and
valuable for feeding purposes. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 14 lb., 46c.;
lb., $1.50.
Connecticut Field — Best for cattle feeding. Oz., 10c.; A lb.,
25c.; lb., 90c.
POTATOES
Potatoes — The soil best suited to the potato is a rich sandy
loam, but it seems to thrive in almost any soil and climate.
Plant as early in the Spring as the ground can be worked thor-
oughly, covering about 4 inches in warm soil, and in wet soil 3
Inches deep, cultivate to keep down weeds, and draw earth to
the plants as they advance in growth.
We make a specialty of handling only first-class stock of
the popular Maine-grown varieties, suited to this locality, at the
proper season, March 1st to May 15th.
They are put up in original sacks of 165 pounds (or 2 3-4
bushels) each. Prices varying according to the market.
Red Skin or Cape May County Goodie —
We wish to call attention to this variety of potato which is
planted long after all others are in the ground and growing up.
Plantings are made of this variety from about July 15th to
August 10th; it is late in maturing.
This potato is not planted in the early Spring; it will do well
in most any soil, though light soil is preferable. Since this va-
riety sets abundantly it requires plenty of plant food to produce
potatoes of good size.
They are good keepers and are most excellent for table pur-
poses, especially in the late Winter and early Spring. It is a
most valuable addition to the potato crop.
Irish Cobbler — Vigorous grower, ripens uniformly, and a good
keeper.
Red Bliss — Early, great producer, handsome color and re-
sistance to disease make it most popular.
McCormack— A very late heavy yielding potato, good Winter
keeper.
Early Rose — Still remains the standard early variety.
Spalding No. 4 — Earliest Rose, good cropper, fine appearance.
Green Mountain — A popular main crop Potato.
Rural New Yorker — Second early large, smooth, white, wide
as long, productive.
State of Maine — Another popular main crop Potato.
RADISH
Culture — Radishes must make a rapid growth to be crisp
and tender. For early use seed should be sown in the hot-bed in
drills 4 or 5 inches apart and half an inch deep. For an early
crop in the open ground select a sandy soil and a warm south
border, under the shelter of a fence, or building, if possible. A
Ipad of fresh sandy loam from the woods is better for the radish
crop. As soon as the first leaves appear sprinkle with soot or
ashes to save from the little turnip fly. One ounce will sow 150
feet of row.
The secret in sowing good radishes consists chiefly in the
observance on the part of the grower of three points. First,
they should be grown on light, quick soil. Second, they should
be given plenty of water, and last, but not by any means least,
the right kind of seed should be sown. Radishes grow very
quickly, and if not supplied with plenty of water are apt to be
pithy.
SUMMER RADISHES
Early Scarlet Globe
Early Scarlet Globe. Somewhat larger than the early turnip-
shaped varieties, being globular in form, and more of a medium
between the early button and the later long sorts.
Is heat-resisting and of a brilliant scarlet color. Very showy.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 16., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
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RADISHES — Continued
Early Red Turnip. A round, red, turnip-shaped radish
with small tops and of very quick growth, deserving general
cultivation on account of its rich, scarlet-red color, almost crimson
and its white, crisp and tender flesh. The roots often grow one
inch long by one and one-eighth inches in diameter before becom-
ing pithy. This is a standard variety for early outdoor planting
for the home garden and market. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
25c.; lb., 75c.
French Breakfast. A quick growing, small, olive-shaped
radish about one and one-half inches long by five-eighths to
three-fourths of an inch in diameter when fully grown. The
color is beautiful deep rose-scarlet except a littlle clear white about
the tip. This is an excellent variety for planting outdoors for the
home garden. Its small tops and earliness make it also desirable
for growing under glass. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.;
lb., 85c.
Crimson Giant. A variety combining earliness and great
size. It grows much larger than other extra-early varieties, but
does not become pithy, even when fully twice as large in diameter
and a week older; beautiful crimson-carmine; turnip-shaped;
flesh firm, crisp and tender. We recommend it for outdoor
garden planting as well as for greenhouse forcing. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
White Box Radish
Philadelphia White Box. An early variety, very popular
with market gardeners. The radishes grow 1 34 inches in diameter,
with pure paper-white skin; crisp, mild flesh. Largely planted
in the field for the earliest market crop. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
White-Tipped Early Scarlet Turnip Radish. For many
years we have found this variety to be the most popular erf all
among private gardeners, and unsurpassed as a Table Radish,
where by reason of the strong contrasting colors of the root it
makes a most attractive appearance. The flesh is crisp, white
and tender and extremely mild. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
30c.; lb., 85c.
Chartier or Sheppard. A distinct and exceedingly attractive
sort; a clear rose-colored long Radish, shading into pure waxy
white at the tips, attains large size. Perhaps one of the best
Early Summer Radishes for the open ground. Grows very fast;
ready for use or market early; keeps crisp a long time. Should
not be sown until the ground is warm. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Half Long Scarlet. This variety, appreciated by many, is
just the right size for table use, not too large, always tender
and crisp. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Long Brightest Scarlet or Cincinnati Market. The
brightest and handsomest long scarlet Radish grown. Fit for use
in twenty-five days from the time of sowing, and remains in good
condition until fully grown. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.;
lb., 85c.
White Icicle. An entirely distinct long slender, pure white
variety. It is without doubt the earliest and finest long white
Radish in existence. Ready for use fully as early as Long Scarlet
Top, with less foliage, rendering it most desirable for forcing.
In the open ground the roots continue brittle, crisp, and mild,
until they are fully as large as those of the Long Bright Scarlet.
The Icicle is perhaps superior to the finest long red ones. Roots
4 inches in length and half an inch in diameter; they retain their
crispness and fresh, mild flavor until fully 6 inches long and an
inch in diameter. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
Long Scarlet Short Top (Improved)
Early Long Scarlet Short Top (Improved). The best
standard variety for private gardens or market use, is brittle and
crisp, and of quick growth; color bright scarlet, small top and is
uniformly straight and smooth. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c. ;j 34 lb.,
25c.; lb., 75c.
White Strasburgh. A very popular variety. Pure white.
Of tender quality and remains good for a long while. Matures in
30 to 35 days. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
White Ladyfinger
White Ladyfinger. 25 days. In shape similar to Long
Scarlet Short Top, sweet, mild and brittle. Annually in greater
demand as one of the best long radishes. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c,;
34 lb., 30c.; lb., 85c.
No matter what you may order from this catalog, you may rest assured of full value for your money.
Proven by test, our seeds are best.
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RADISHES — Continued
WINTER RADISHES
(50 to 75 days, according to variety.)
Winter Radishes are not appreciated as much as their merit
warrants. They are easily grown, have few insect enemies and
can be easily preserved through the Winter, and there is no
vegetable which furnishes a more acceptable relish. While quick
growth is not so essential for these as for the earlier sorts, they
do best on a rich soil which has been made as fine and friable as
possible. Sow late in Spring or during the Summer in rows 2
feet apart and thin the plants about four to the foot.
Round Scarlet China. A round scarlet radish of unusual
merit especially valuable for sowing at intervals throughout the
entire Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. It remains solid and
sweet at all stages of its growth. At the size of a baseball it is as
mild and brittle as when the size of a marble. This remarkable
radish will mature in six weeks and the roots from Fall sowing
may be so stored for Winter use. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
China Rose Winter. Form
conical, of a bright rose color, flesh
firm and pungent flavor. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
White China Winter. This Winter
Radish is as solid and juicy as an apple;
pure white flesh and delicious flavor — a
very choice variety. Sown any time
after July 1 to the middle of August.
It will keep all Winter in prime con-
dition, mild in flavor, brittle. Never
gets woody as do most Winter varieties.
Market gardeners have found it to be
a splendid seller and have always made
money with it. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
34 lb.', 25c.; lb., 85c.
Round Black Spanish. An excel-
lent Round Black Winter variety.
Popular among Germans. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
Half Long Gray-Black Winter. This variety is intermediate
in shape between the Round and the Long Black Spanish, and
seems to combine the good qualities of both. The roots have
grayish-black skin and crisp, pungent but well flavored white
flesh. They are four to five inches long and one and one-half to
two inches in diameter, sometimes approaching stump rooted
form at maturitv. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb.,
$1.25.
Long Black Spanish. One of the latest and hardiest long
garden radishes, especially adapted for winter use. The roots
are long, thick, almost black, somewhat wrinkled. The flesh is
white, of firm texture, decidedly pungent but well flavored. The
roots when mature are usually seven to nine inches long by two
to three inches in diameter at thickest part. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; 34 lb.. 25c.; lb., 85c.
RHUBARB ROOTS (Victoria)
(Ready from October to May 15th.)
Large Clumps — Ea., 9c.; doz., $1.00.
Extra Large Clumps — Ea., 16c.; doz., $1.75.
In lots of 100 or more, price on application.
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER
Sow early in the Spring, in deeply dug and richly manured
soil, in drills 18 inches apart. Keep clear of weeds, and when up
a few inches, thin out, so as to stand 4 or 5 inches apart. This
is a hardy vegetable and can remain in the ground all Winter for
early Spring use, but should be taken out before they start
growing.
French. Produces a tapering straight root about a foot long.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb-, 60c.; lb., $2.00.
Sandwich Island. Preferred on account of its larger size,
and absence of stringiness. Resembles a good-sized parsnip and
is very mild and delicately flavored. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.;
34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
SPINACH
The spinach is very hardy, wholesome and palatable, and makes
a delicious dish for greens. Should be planted in rich ground.
Sow in drills one foot apart, and commence thinning out when
40c.; lb., $1.25.
China Rose
Winter Radish
the leaves are an inch wide. For early Spring use, the seed should
be sown middle of Autumn, and will require through the Winter
a slight protection of leaves or straw. For Spring and early
Summer use, sow as early as the ground can be tilled and at
short intervals, if a succession is desired. Edible in 40 to 60 days.
Bloomsdale — Savoy Leaf
Bloomsdale. A superior variety of Bloomsdale or Norfolk
Savoy-leaved spinach, having a heavy re-curved bloated leaf of
symmetrical form. Fine for outdoor planting in Spring or Fall,
or under glass. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.; lb., 55c.
Long Standing. New large crimped fleshy leaved variety;
stands two weeks longer than any other variety before running
to seed. Best kind of seed sowing. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c. ; 341b.,
20c.; lb., 55c.
New Zealand. This variety endures heat and drought;
excellent for Summer use; the leaves are small and thick. It is
an enormous yielder, growing upright, one sowing can be picked
from the entire Summer, a very distinct variety. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
SQUASH
Early White Bush (or Patty Pan)
Cultivate same as
cucumbers or melons. The
Summer varieties should
be planted 4 or 6 feet apart
each way, and the Winter
sorts 8 feet. Three plants
are sufficient for a hill.
Early White Bush or
Patty Pan. 50 days. The
earliest in maturing and
very productive. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
35c.; lb., $1.00.
Long White or English Vegetable Marrow. This is similar
to the Cocozella, but rather later in season and the fruits are
much larger in size. Strong running vines bearing fruits with
creamy white, smooth skin. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.;
lb., $1.50.
Golden Sum-
mer Crook-Neck.
40 days. The best
of the Summer
squashes, gold color,
profusely covered
with warty excres-
cences and of very
superior flavor.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
34 lb., 40c.; lb.,
$1.25.
Golden Summer Crookneck
Golden Custard Bush Squash. Similar in shape to White
Bush, but skin is a rich golden-yellow and flesh pale yellow.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
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SQUASH — Continued
Cocozella di Napoli (Italian Vegetable Marrow). Fruit
large, oblong shaped, dark green at first, but as they mature
become marbled with yellow and lighter green stripes. The
young fruit when sliced and fried constitutes a vegetable delicacy
superior to egg-plant. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb.,
$1.50.
Winter Squashes
Delicious. A very early winter variety of medium size;
shell moderately hard, very thin; flesh thick, fine grained and of
a light yellow color. It varies somewhat in color and form,
usually oval-shaped, with green, smooth skin, sometimes slightly
mottled. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Boston Marrow (or Squash Pumpkin). A fall and winter
variety, very popular, oval form, thin reddish skin, when ripe,
bright orange color. Excellent for pies, very sweet, and a heavy
cropper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 80c.
Fordhook Squash. This is a most desirable squash for
either summer or winter use. The vines are of strong, vigorous
growth and wonderfully productive. Squash oblong in form,
eight or ten inches in length, slightly ridged; smooth, thin,
yellowish skin; flesh very thick and of a light yellow color. If
gathered young for cooking, no other squash approaches it in
flavor, while if allowed to ripen on the vine they can be stored
and will keep in excellent condition until late the following June.
Either for baking like sweet potatoes or making pies during the
winter, the squash is very fine. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb.,
45c.; lb., $1.50.
Golden Hubbard. A very superior variety, flesh bright
orange-yellow; dry, sweet and rich flavored, good keeper, boils
or bakes exceedingly dry. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.;
Hubbard
Warted Hubbard. This is, in quality, one of the best winter
sorts. It is attractive on the market and a ready seller. Very
dark green, and flesh is dry and sweet. Very hard shell, which
insures good keeping qualities. It is considered an improvement
on the old type of Hubbard on account of its warted skin. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
Mammoth Chili. The largest of all Squashes; grows to an
enormous size. One of the most profitable sorts for stock feeding.
Keeps well throughout the winter; extensively grown for prize
exhibits. Flesh fine-grained, excellent for pies. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
TOBACCO
Culture — A very clean piece of land is best for the tobacco
plant beds, hence it is customary to burn a piece of land in the
woods for same. This destroys grass, weeds and insects, adds
fertility through the action of the wood ashes, and leaves the
ground in good order. The seeds are sown about February, and
protected by plant-bed cloth to keep off tobacco flies. When
large enough and weather is settled (about June), set the plants
out in highly manured or fertilized soil in 3 34 foot rows, 3 feet
between the plants. Constant care must be given, cultivating,
suckering, worming, etc. Methods of curing differ according to
the variety and color, whether to be sun or flue-cured, etc.
Choice Havana. An Americanized Havana, used for cigar
purposes, although sometimes used as a manufacturing sort.
Has a very large, long, fine quality leaf; very early; making two
crops a season in some sections. Best adapted to chocolate or
rich gray soils. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; J4 lb., $1.25.
Connecticut Seed Leaf. Our seed is Connecticut grown;
a stocky plant; leaves not very long, but of good width; suitable
for cigar fillers. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; 34 lb., $1.25.
TOMATO
Culture — For very early fruit, the seed should be sown in a
hot-bed about the first week in March, in drills five inches apart
and one-half inch deep. Later sowings may be made until the
last of April. (Sufficient plants for a small garden can be started
by sowing a few seeds in a shallow box or flower pot and placing
in a sunny window in the house.) When the young plants are
3 to 4 inches high, they should be set 4 to 5 inches apart in another
hotbed or cold-frame, or transplanted into small pots, allowing
a single plant to a pot. Expose to the air as much as possible to
harden them for planting out. Water freely at the time of trans-
planting into the open ground and shelter from the sun a few
days until the plants are thoroughly established. Cultivate
thoroughly as long as the vines will permit, but the last two or
three workings of the soil should be very shallow or the crop may
be badly injured.
Eariiana — One of the new standards of recent introduction,
ripening ahead of other and later varieties, medium in size, fruit
growing in clusters. Very solid, and a good acquisition. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Chalk’s Early Jewel — The largest, smoothest and finest flav-
ored, extra early bright red tomato. It is a heavy cropper, with
tomatoes of large size and sweet flavor, producing throughout
the season. The plants are of bushy, compact growth, heavily
loaded with fruit. The tomatoes are of good size, just right for
market; are very solid and deep through, being almost round;
color bright scarlet, ripening to stem without cracks or green
core. The flesh is thick, solid, of fine flavor, with few seeds.
The skin is strong enough to make it a good shipping variety.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00: lb., $3.50.
Bonny Best — This is a superior early variety, over a week
earlier than Eariiana, and immensely productive, producing
smooth, even -sized, globular-shaped fruit, of a rich bright scar-
let color. Ripens evenly without spots or cracks, and is a valu-
able addition to the family or market garden. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
30c.; 14 lb., $1 .CO ; lb., $3.50.
Greater Baltimore — An excellent main-crop sort, producing
large, solid, smooth fruit of a brilliant red color. It ripens
evenly to the stem and is entirely free from ridges. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00.; lb., $3.50.
John Baer — A few days earlier than Eariiana, it yields a
much heavier crop of larger, more uniform and more attractive
fruits — generally returns the biggest profits of anv extra early
variety. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Acme — 105 days — One of the most popular varieties; vines
large, and produce abundantly until frost. Fruit in clusters,
color maroon or reddish, with slight tinge of purple, invariably
smooth and round, of good size and unusually solid, is a good
shipper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb., 90c.; lb., $3.00.
Red Stone
Red Stone— 115 days — A well known and favorite variety,
rich color, solid flesh, and desirable in every way. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 30c.; 14 lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Dwarf Stone (Tree Tomato) — Large, red, smooth and solid;
the stalk is upright with very dense foliage protecting fruit from
heat of sun. A most desirable tomato. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 14
lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Golden Queen — -Well known as one of the best; vines of me-
dium size, but producing large quantities of fruit, which is large,
smooth, and bright yellow in color. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 14 lb.,
$1.00; lb., $3.50.
Beefsteak or Ponderosa — One of the best; color maroon, solid
flesh, very productive. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; 14 lb., $1.25; lb., $5.00.
Red Rock — This is one of the finest large red Tomatoes ever
introduced. It ranks among the latest varieties, requiring
about 110 days from seed-sowing to ripe fruit. It is very solid
and free from any excess of water; smooth and of a very fine
and red color. Superior in texture and flavor. It is an extra-
ordinary heavy producer and excellent shipper. Twenty-five
tons of fruit have been grown to the acre. It is especially
recommended to truckers and growers for canning factories, as
it is very showy and productive. It has a very strong, vigorous
vine protecting the fruit from sunscald. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 30c.;
14 lb., 90c.; lb., $3.00.
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TOMATO— Continued
SMALL FRUITED VARIETIES
Yellow Plum — Fruit plum-shaped, of a clear, deep yellow
color; flesh yellow and finely flavored. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.;
1/4 lb., $1.25; lb., $5.00.
Yellow Husk, or Ground Cherry — Used for preserving and
eating from the hand. The seed we offer is that of the true
Yellow Ground Cherry, not the purple-fruited sort which is
scarcely edible. Excellent for making pies. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
40c.; Va. lb., $1.25; lb., $5.00.
Peach — Fruit resembles a small peach in size and shape.
The color is a light terra cotta red. Skin and flesh thick. Used
principally for preserving and table decoration. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
40c.; Va. lb., $1.25; lb., $5.00.
Red Cherry — Fruit the size of a large cherry, perfectly round
and smooth. Used for preserving. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; ‘/4 lb.,
$1.25; lb., $5.00.
TOMATO PLANTS
Ready about May 1st.
Large quantities matter of correspondence.
Improved Stone, Bonny Best, Greater Baltimore, Chalk’s
Early Jewel Dwarf Stone, Sparks’ Earliana, Livingston’s Beauty,
Yellow Egg.
Pot Grown — Doz., $1.00; 100, $5.00.
Transplanted— Doz., 40c.; 100, $1.50.
All plants packed in live moss, to insure long shipment.
No plants shipped on Saturday.
TURNIP
(Maturing from 60 to 90 days, according to variety and season.)
Early Flat Dutch — This is a quick growing, strap-leaved,
white variety, resembling the Flat Red Top excepting that its
top is white. A favorite sort for either the market or family
garden. Has a mild, pleasant flavor, and is as desirable in every
way as the Red Top Flat. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 14 lb., 20c.; Ib.,
60c.
Early Flat Red or Purple Top
Early Flat Red or Purple Top — (Strap Leaved) — Very sim-
ilar to the preceding except in color, being purple or dark red
on top; form round, flat, with but few leaves, which are of up-
right growth. This is the standard variety, and there is none
better for general purposes. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; /$. lb., 20c.; lb.,
60c.
Large Purple Top Globe
Cow Horn — This variety is carrot-shaped, and grows nearly
half out of the ground; is pure white, except slight shade of
green at top. It is well flavored, of rapid growth, and seems to
be increasing in flavor every year. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; lb.,
25c.; lb., 75c.
Large Purple, or Red Top Globe — An excellent variety, globe
shaped and heavy cropper; this variety is rapidly taking the lead
among growers for market garden purposes; it is also a good
one for stock. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; \\ lb., 25c.; lb., 60c.
Yellow, or Amber Globe — (Strap Leaved) — This is one of the
best of the rough leaved sorts, for either table use or for stock;
yellow, fine grained and sweet; hardy, keeps well, is a good crop-
per, and grows to a very large size. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; J/4 lb.,
20c.; lb., 65c.
Golden Ball — A small yellow turnip of second size. Early,
and a good keeper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; /$. lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
yellow Aberdeen (Green Top) — This is a very nutritious
turnip; flesh pale yellow, tender and sugary; is a good keeper,
hardy and productive. It is an old favorite, and for stock pur-
poses hard to beat. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; Z4 lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
Yellow Aberdeen (Purple Top) — Very hardy and productive,
a good keeper; globe shaped. Color pale yellow, with purple top.
Very firm in texture, and closely resembling the rutabaga in
good keeping qualities. Good either for table or stock. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; \\ lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
RUTABAGAS
SWEDISH TURNIP
Rutabaga
Kelway’s Perfect Model — We cannot speak too highly of this
new but justly celebrated Swede brought out by Kelway, being
a fresh selection of a heavy cropping rutabaga with a small
purple top, free from that stringiness found in some. Tender
and sweet, the absolute acme of perfection.
Although a long keeping variety, it is remarkable for being
the first in coming to maturity.
Market gardeners should not neglect the opportunity to se-
cure this money maker. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; lb., 40c.; lb.,
$1.25.
Improved Purple Top Yellow Swede — This is the standard
and most important now cultivated for stock purposes; noted for
rapid growth, large size and nutritious quality, and cannot be
too highly recommended. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; /\ lb., 20c.; lb.,
65c.
White Fleshed Purple Top Rutabaga — This differs mainly
from the preceding in color; possesses most of the good quali-
ties of the yellow, but is of slightly milder flavor, is not as valu-
able for stock as the yellow. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; lb., 25c.: Ifa-
75c.
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HERBS
Most of the varieties of herbs thrive best on sandy soil and some are stronger and better flavored when grown on that which
is rather poor. In all cases the soil should be carefully prepared and well cultivated, as the young plants are for the most part
delicate and easily choked out by weeds.
Sow as early as the ground can be made ready, in drills 16 to 18 inches apart, taking pains that the soil is fine and pressed
firmly over the seed, or they may be planted as a second crop — the seeds sown in beds in April and the plants set out in June.
Most of them should be cut when in bloom, wilted in the sun and thoroughly dried in the shade.
Those marked with (*) are perennial, and when once obtained in the garden, may be preserved for years wdth a little attention.
ANISE. An annual herb cultivated principally for its seeds
which have a fragrant, agreeable smell and a pleasant taste;
used medicinally for aromatic cordials, colic and nausea. The
leaves are sometimes used for garnishing and flavoring. Plant of
slender upright growth with deeply cut foliage; flowers small,
yellowish-white, borne in large loose umbels. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; K lb., 30c.; lb., $1.25.
BASIL, SWEET. A hardy, aromatic annual. The seeds
and stems have a strong flavor and are used in soups and sauces.
Plant about eighteen inches high, branching, with ovate toothed
leaves; flowers white or bluish-white in leafy terminal racemes
or spikes. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 341b., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
CARAWAY. A well known herb, cultivated for its seeds,
which are used in confectionery, cakes, etc. The leaves are
sometimes used in soups, for flavoring liquors and for colic in
children. Plant 134 to 2 feet high, with finely cut foliage and
clusters of small, white flowers. Plants never seed till the
second year. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
CORIANDER. A hardy annual cultivated for its seed,
which has an agreeable taste and is used in confectionery and to
disguise the taste of medicine. Gather on a dry day, bruising
the stems and leaves as little as possible, for when injured they
have a disagreeable odor which they impart to the seed. Plant
slender, 2 to 234 feet high, strong smelling, with smooth, finely
cut foliage and small white flowers. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
*CATNIP OR CATMINT. A hardy perennial, the leaves
of which are used for medicinal purposes. An excellent tonic
for cats. Pkt., 15c.; oz., 60c.
DILL. An annual of aromatic odor and warm pungent
taste. Its seeds are used for seasoning. It possesses medicinal
properties but its largest use is for making Dill pickles. Plant
branching, 2 to 3 feet high; leaves very much cut into thread-
like segments. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.
FENNEL, FLORENCE. The seeds of this aromatic herb
have a pleasant taste, and are sometimes used in confectionery,
also in various medicinal preparations. The young shoots are
sometimes eaten raw and are used in salads, soups and fish
sauces. Plant very branching, 2 to 4 feet high, with dense
thread-like foliage; flowers light yellow in large loose umbels.
Seed oval. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 34 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
*HOREHOUND. A perennial herb with an aromatic odor
and a bitter, pungent taste. It is a tonic and enters largely into
the composition of cough syrups and lozenges. Laxative in
large doses. Will thrive in any soil but is stronger if grown
on light, poor land. Plant spreading, one to two feet high;
leaves ovate, roughened, covered with whitish down; flowers
small, white, borne at axils of leaves. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.;
34 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
^PENNYROYAL. Leaves are used for seasoning. It also
has medicinal properties. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz ., 40c.
*LAVENDER. A hardy perennial, growing about two feet
high. It is used for the distillation of lavender water or dried
and used to perfume linen. It should be picked before it becomes
dry and hard, and dried quickly. The seed is of rather slow and
uncertain germination. Plant erect, with slender grayish-green
leaves and small violet-blue flowers. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
34 lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
MARJORAM, SWEET. An aromatic herb for seasoning.
The young tender tops and leaves are used green in summer to
flavor broths, dressings, etc., and are also dried for winter use.
Usually grown as an annual as it is not hardy enough to endure
the winter of the northern states. Plant erect but branching
with small oval grayish-green leaves and small purplish or
whitish flowers. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; 34 lb., 70c.; lb., $2.50.
PARSLEY. See page 24.
*ROSEMARY. A hardy perennial, with fragrant odor and
a warm bitter taste. The leaves are used for flavoring meats
and soups, and for medicinal drinks. Plant erect, branching
with small slender leaves and small light blue flowers. . The_
blossoms form the principal ingredient in the distillation of
toilet waters. Plants do not reach a size suitable for use until
the second season. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c. ; 34 lb-, $1.35; lb., $5.00.
*SAGE. One of the most extensively used herbs for seasoning.
It is also believed to possess medicinal properties. Hardy
perennial, about 15 to 18 inches high. Plant very branching;
flowers usually blue, sometimes pink or white; leaves grayish-
green, oval, wrinkled. Cut the leaves and tender shoots just as
the plant is coming into flower and dry quickly in the shade. The
plants will survive the winter and may be divided. If this is
done they will give a second crop superior in quality. Pkt., 10c. ;
oz., 45c.; J4 lb., $1.35; lb., $4.75.
SAVORY, SUMMER. A hardy aromatic annual, 12 to
15 inches high, the dried stems, leaves and flowers of which are
extensively used for seasoning, especially in dressings and soups.
Plant erect, branching; leaves small, narrow; flowers small,
purple, pink or white, borne in short spikes. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
20c.; 34 lb., 60c.; lb., $2.00.
*THYME. An aromatic perennial herb, eight to ten inches
high, used principally for seasoning. Plant very branching with
wiry foliage and small lilac flowers. Sometimes the leaves are
used to make a tea for the purpose of relieving nervous headache.
Sow as earlv as the ground will permit. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.;
34 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00.
^WORMWOOD. A perennial plant of fragrant and spicy
odor, but with intensely bitter taste. The leaves are used as a
tonic, vermifuge and as a dressing for fresh bruises. Plant erect,
two to three feet high, with much divided leaves and loose
clusters of small light yellow flowers. It may be raised from seed,
propagating by cuttings or dividing the roots. A dry, poor soil
is best adapted to bring out the peculiar virtues of this plant.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; 34 lb., 70c.; lb., $2.50.
NURSERY STOCK
IN SEASON WE CARRY FRUIT TREES AND BERRY BUSHES IN STOCK
Strawberries — Early and late varieties.
Blackberries — In strong plants, rust-proof.
Gooseberries — All varieties, in one and two-year plants.
Currants — Many varieties, including Boskoop Black Giant.
Raspberries — The Ranere or St. Regis and various other kinds.
Grapes — All colors, early and late.
Hedge plants— California Privet, Berberis Thunbergii,
Golden Privet.
Evergreens, Roses, Shade Trees, etc.
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COMMON OR ENGLISH AND BOTANICAL NAMES OF POPULAR FLOWERS AND PLANTS
Abutilon — Flowering Maple.
Achillea — M ilfoil, Sneezewort.
Aconitum — Helmet Flower, Monk’s
Hood, Wolf’s Bane.
Aeroclinium — Everlastings.
Adam’s Xeedle — Yucca.
Adiantum — Maiden Hair Fern.
Adlumia — Allegheny Vine, Mountain
Fringe.
Adonis aestivalis — Pheasant’ s Eye.
African Lily — Agapanthus.
Agapanthus — Africin Lily.
Ageratum — Floss Flower.
Agrostemma — Rose Campion.
Allegheny Vine — Adlumia.
Aloysia citriodora — Lemon Verbena.
Althaea rosea — Hollyhock.
Althaea — Rose of Sharon.
Alvssum saxatile — Basket of Gold.
Amaranthus caudatus — Love Lies
Bleeding.
Amaranthus tricolor — Joseph’s Coat.
Amaryllisformosissima — - Jacobaean
Lily.
Amethyst — Browallia.
Ampelopsis Veitchii — Boston Ivy.
Anchusa — Sea Bugloss.
Anemone — Windflower .
Anthericum — St. Bruno’s Lily.
Antirrhinum — Snapdragon.
Aquilegia — Columbine.
Arabis— Red Cress.
Aristolochia — Dutchman’s Pipe.
Armeria — Sea Pink, Thrift.
Artemesia absynthium— Wormwood.
Asparagus Fern — Asparagus plumo-
sus.
Asperula — Waldmeisler, Woodruff.
Baby’s Breath — Gypsophila.
Baby Primrose — Primula Forbesi.
Bachelor’s Button — Centaurea, Gom-
phrena, Beilis.
Balloon Vine — Cardiospermum.
Balsam — Lady Slipper.
Balsam Apple — Momordica.
Basket of Gold — Alyssum saxatile.
Beard Tongue — Pentstemon.
Bell Flower — Campanula.
Bellflower Lily — Lilium canadense.
Beilis — Bachelor’ s Button, English
Daisy.
Bignonia — Trumpet Vine.
Black Eyed Susan — Thunbergia.
Blanket Flower — Gaillardia.
Blue Bottle — Centaurea cyanus.
Bluets — Centaurea cyanus.
Boston Ivy — Ampelopsis Veitchii.
Brachycome — Swan River Daisy.
Bridal Wreath — Spiraea prunifolia.
Briza — Quaking Grass.
Browallia — Amethyst.
Buddleya — Butterfly Bush.
Bush Eschscholtzia — Hunnemannia.
Buttercup — T rollius.
Butterfly Bush — Buddleya.
Butterfly Flower — Schizanthus.
Buxus — Boxwood.
Cacalia — Tassel Flower .
Caladium — Elephant’ s Ear.
Calendula — Pot Marigold.
California Poppy — Eschscholtzia.
Callirhoe — Poppy Mallow.
Campanula calyc. — Cup and Saucer.
Campanula carpatica — Hare Bell.
Campion — Lychnis.
Canary-bird Flower — Tropaeolum-
Canariense.
Candytuft— Iberis.
Canna — Indian Shot.
Canterbury Bells — Campanula.
Cape Jessamine — Gardenia florida.
Cardinal Flower — Lobelia Cardinalis.
Castor Oil Beans — Ricinus.
Catchfly — Silene.
Catalpa — Umbrella Tree.
Centaurea cyanus — Bachelor’s But-
ton, Cornflower, Blue Bottle, Bluets,
Ragged Sailor.
Centaurea Imperialis — Sweet Sultan.
Celosia cristata — Cockscomb.
Cerastium — Snow in the Summer.
Chinese Bell Flower — Platycodon.
Chrysanthemum frutescens — Mar-
guerite, Paris Daisy.
Clove Pinks — Dianthus plumarius.
Cockscomb — Celosia cristata.
Coix — Job’s Tears.
Columbine — Aquilegia.
Cone Flower — Rudbeckia.
Convolvulus — Morning Glory.
Coral Lily — Lilium tenuifolium.
Cornflower Aster — Stokesia.
Cornflower — Centaurea cyanus.
Cornus florida — Dogwood.
Cowslip — Primula veris.
Crane’s Bill — Geranium.
Cup and Saucer — Campanula calyc.
Cycas — Sago Palm.
Cyperus — Umbrella Plant.
Cypress Vine — Ipomea Quamoclit.
Daisy- — Beilis perennis.
Datura cornucopia — Horn of Plenty.
Datura — Trumpet Flower.
Delphinium — Larkspur.
Dianthus barbatus — Sweet William.
Dianthus — Pinks.
Digitalis — Foxglove.
Dimorphotheca — Orange Daisy.
Dogwood — Cornus florida.
Dolichos — Hyacinth Bean.
Dusty Miller — Centaurea gymnocarpa.
Dusty- Miller — Cineraria Maritima.
Dutchman’s Pipe — Aristolochia.
Fchinops — Globe Thistle.
Echinocystis — Wild Cucumber.
Edelweiss — Leontopodium .
Egyptian Lotus — Nelumbium.
Elephant Ears — Caladium.
English Daisy — Beilis.
English Primrose — Primula vulgaris.
Erianthus — Plume Grass.
Eulalia — Zebra Grass.
Euphorbia — Mexican Fire Plant.
Evening Primrose — Oenothera.
Everlastings — Aeroclinium , Gom-
phrena, Helichrysum, Rhodanihe,
Xeranthemum.
Everlasting Pea — Lalhyrus latifolius.
Fairy Lily — Zephyranthes.
Feather Grass — Siipa.
Feverfew — Matricaria.
Flax — Linum.
Fleur de lis — Iris germanica.
Floss Flower — Ageratum.
Flowering Maple — Abutilon.
Flowering Tobacco — Nicotiana.
F orget-me-not — Myosotis.
Forsythia — Golden Bell.
Four o’Clocks — Mirabilis.
Foxglove — Digitalis.
Fuchsia — Lady’s Ear Drop.
Gaillardia — Blanket Flower.
Garden Heliotrope — Valeriana.
Gardenia florida — Cape Jessamine.
Geranium — Crane ’s Bill.
Gilliflower — Stocks.
Globe Amaranth — Gomphrena.
Globe Flower — Trollius.
Globe Thistle — Echinops.
Gold Dust — Alyssum saxatile.
Golden Bell — Forsythia.
Golden Feather — Pyrethrum aureum.
Golden Rod — Solidago.
Gomphrena — Everlastings, Globe Ama-
ranth, Bachelor’ s Button.
Grass Pinks — Dianthus plumarius.
Gynerium — Pampas Grass.
Gypsophila — Baby’s Breath.
Hare Bell — Campanula carpatica.
Heart’s Ease — Pansy.
Heleniu m— Sn eezewort.
Helianthus — Sunflower.
Helichry-sum — Strawflower.
Helmet Flower — Aconitum.
Hesperis — Sweet Rocket, Rocket.
Hollyhocks — Althaea rosea.
Honesty — Lunaria.
Hops — H umulus.
Horn of Plenty- — Datura cornucopia.
Hunnemannia — Bush Eschscholtzia.
Hyacinth Bean — Dolichos.
Ice Plant — Mesembryanthemum.
Indian Shot — Canna.
Ipomea noctiflora — Moonflower .
Ipomea Quamoclit — Cypress Vine.
Jacobaean Lily — Amaryllis formos.
Japan Pinks — Dianthus Heddewigii.
Jerusalem Cherry — Solanum capsi-
I castrum.
Job's Tears — Coix.
Joseph’s Coat— Amaranthus tricolor.
Kalmia latifolia — Mountain Laurel.
Kenilworth Ivy — Linaria cymbalaria.
Kochia — Mexican Fire Bush, Summer
Cypress.
Kudzu Vine— Pueraria.
Lady-'s Ear Drop — Fuchsia.
\ Lady-’s Slipper — Balsam.
Larkspur — Delphinium.
Lathy-rus latifolius — Everlasting Pea.
Lemon Verbena— A loysi a citriodora.
Leontopodium — Edelweiss.
Lilac — Syringa.
Lily- of the Valley- — Convallaria.
Lobelia cardinalis — Cardinal Flower.
Love Grove — Nemophila.
Love in a Mist — Nigella.
Love Lies Bleeding — Amaranthus cau-
datus.
Linaria cymbalaria — Kenilworth Ivy.
Lunaria — Honesty, Moonwort.
Lychnis — Ragged Robin, Rose Cam-
pion.
>Iaiden Hair Fern — Adiantum.
Mallow — Hibiscus.
Marguerite — Chrysanthemum frutes-
cens.
M arigold — T agetes.
Marshmallow — Hibiscus.
Marvel of Peru — Mirabilis.
Matricaria — F everfew.
Mesembry-anthemum — Ice Plant.
Mexican Fire Bush — Kochia.
Mexican Fire Plant — Euphorbia.
Michaelmas Daisy- — Aster perennis.
Mignonette — Reseda.
Mimosa — Sensitive Plant.
Mimulus moschatus — Musk Plant.
Mirabilis — Four o’Clocks, Marvel of
Peru.
Mock Orange — Philadelphus.
Momordica Balsamina — Balsam
Apple.
Monk's Hood — Aconitum.
Moonflower — Ipomea noctiflora.
Moonwort — Lunaria.
Morning Glory- — Convolvulus.
Moss Pink — Phlox subulata.
Mountain Fringe — Adlumia.
Mountain Laurel — Kalmia latifolia.
Mourning Bride — Scabiosa.
Musk Plant — Mimulus moschatus.
Myosotis — Forget-me-not.
Myrtle — Vinca minor.
Nemophila — Love Grove.
Xicotiana — Flowering Tobacco.
Xigella — Love in a Mist.
Oenothera — Evening Primrose.
Orange Daisy — Dimorphotheca.
Ox-Ey-e — Adonis vernalis.
Painted Tongue — Salpiglossis.
Pampas Grass — Gynerium.
Paris Daisy- — Chrysanthemum frutes-
cens.
Passiflora — Passion Flower.
Peach Bells — Campanula persicifolia.
Pentstemon — Beard Tongue.
Periwinkle — Vinca.
Phalaris — RibbonjGrass.
Pheasant’s Eye — Adonis aestivalis.
Phlox drummondii — Flame Flower.
Phlox subulata — Moss Pink.
Pincushion Flower — Scabiosa.
Pinks — Dianthus.
Platy-codon — Chinese Bell\Flower
Plume Grass — Erianthus.
Polyanthus — Primula elatior.
Poppy- Mallow — Callirhoe.
Poppy — Papaver.
Pot Marigold — Calendula.
Pueraria — Kudzu Vine.
Py-rethrum aureum — Golden Feather.
Quaking Grass — Briza.
Rag Gourd — Cucumis acutangulus.
Ragged Robin — Lychnis.
Ragged Sailor — Centaurea cyanus.
Red Hot Poker Plant — Triloma.
Reseda — Mignonette.
Rhodanthe — Everlastings.
Ribbon Grass — Phalaris.
Rock Cress — Arabis.
Rocket — Hesperis.
Rose Campion — Agrostemma.
Rose Campion — Lychnis.
Rose of Sharon — Althaea.
Rudbeckia — Cone Flower.
Sago Palm — Cycas.
Salpiglossis — Painted Tongue.
Satin Flower — Godetia.
Scabiosa — Mourning Bride.
Scabiosa — Pincushion Flower.
Scarlet Sage — Salvia splendens.
Schizanthus — Butterfly Flower.
Sea Lavender — Staiice.
Sensitive Plant — Mimosa.
Silene — Catchfly.
Snapdragon — Antirrhinum.
Sneezewort — H elenium.
Sneezewort — Achillea.
Snowball — Viburnum.
Snow in the Summer — Cerastium.
Snow on the Mountain — Euphorbia.
Solanum capsicastrum — Jerusalem
Cherry.
Solidago — Golden Rod.
Speedwell — Veronica.
Spider Plant — Cleome.
Statice — Sea Lavender.
Stipa — Feather Grass.
Stocks — Gilliflower.
Stokesia — Cornflower Aster.
Straw-flower — H elichrysu m .
Summer Cypress — Kochia.
Sunflower — Helianthus.
Swan River Daisy — Brachycome.
Sweet Rocket — Hesperis.
Sweet Sultan — Centaurea Imperialis.
Sweet William — Dianthus barbatus.
Syringa — Lilac.
Tagetes — Marigold.
Tassel Flower — Cacalia.
Thunbergia — Black Eyed Susan.
T obacco — Xicotiana.
Tritoma — Red Hot Poker.
T rollius — Buttercup.
Trumpet Flower — Datura.
Trumpet Vine — Bignonia.
Tufted Pansies — Viola cornuta.
Cmbrella Plant — Cyperus.
Umbrella Tree — Catalpa.
Viburnum — Snowball.
Vinca minor — Myrtle.
Vinca — Periwinkle.
Viola cornuta — Tufted Pansies.
Virgin’s Bower — Clematis.
Virginia Creeper — Ampelopsis quin-
quefolia.
Waldmeister — Asperula.
Wallflower — Cheiranthus.
Wild Cucumber — Echinocystis.
Windflower — Anemone.
I Woodruff — Asperula.
j Wormwood — Artemisia absynthium.
Xeranthemum — Everlast ings.
"Yarrow — A chillea.
Youth and Old Age— Zinnia.
Zebra Grass — Eulalia.
Zephyranthes — Fairy Lily.
i Zinnia — Youth and Old Age.
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MINGLE’S SELECTED FLOWER SEEDS
WITH GENERAL DIRECTIONS FOR CULTIVATION
Plant flowers for your table, flowers for your home, and flowers for your friends. You can never have too many flowers. An
abundance of pretty bouquets can be had with so little work and so little expense that every home should have the cheering influence
of flowers. The culture of many is so very simple that anyone can succeed. Flowers are divided into three classes: Annuals which
produce flowers, mature, and die in one season. Biennials, which grow from seed one year and bloom and die the second year. Many
of these will produce flowers the first year if sown earl}7 enough. Perennials, which live for several years producing flowers annually
after the first season. These are grown from seed and also by setting out cuttings, slips, or divisions of roots. Perennials are very
satisfactory' as they live for many years and produce large quantities of very beautiful flowers. Culture Directions are given on
the back of each packet. A general rule is to cover the seed to a depth of about four times the diameter of the seed. Mingle’s
Flower Seeds are assembled from all parts of the world and you will find in the following pages a very complete assortment of the
very best varieties.
ACHILLEA
(Milfoil or Yarrow)
Ptarmica — “The Pearl.’’ Large double pure white flowers
borne in great profusion from Spring until frost. Splendid cut
flower for vases. Perennial. Pkt., 10c.
ACROCLINIUM
(Everlasting)
Very pretty summer flowering annual plants for garden
decoration. Flower cup-shaped, daisy-like in white and rose
shades. These are the “Immortelles” so desirable for winter
bouquets. Height 1 foot.
Culture. Sow the seed outdoors when all danger of frost is
over. The young plants should be thinned to 4 inches apart.
Roseum fl. pi. Double Rose Pkt., 10c.
“ “ “ “ White .'. . . . “
“ Double Mixed Pkt. 10c.; Vi oz., 20c.
African Golden Daisy. See Dimorphotheca, page 41.
AGERATUM
(Floss Flower)
One of the best summer flowering annuals, very profuse
bloom from early summer till frost. Very satisfactory as a
bedding plant because their flowers are not injured by rain nor
do their colors fade.
Culture. Sow in frames, or sunny window and when warm
weather sets in transplant to the open ground, setting the plants
12 inches apart in open border. Seed may be sown in open
ground when danger of frost is past.
Blue Perfection. Large heads of deep amethyst blue com-
pact growth, splendid bedder, height about 8 inches. Pkt., 10c.;
Vi oz., 40c.
Little Blue Star. A variety of very dwarf and even growth
Blants about 4 to 5 inches high, densely covered with light
lue flowers. Pkt., 20c.
Imperial Dwarf White. Pure white, very fine for borders
or beds. Height about 8 inches. Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 20c.
Dwarf Mixed Imperial Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 15c,
AGROSTEMMA
An attractive free flowering hardy perennial, easy culture,
producing crimson flowers on long stems like a single pink.
Blossoms the first season.
Culture. Sow in open ground from early spring to summer.
Thin out plants to 6 inches apart.
Coronaria — (Rose campion.) Bright crimson flowers, silvery-
white foliage. Pkt., 5c.
ALYSSUM
(Mad Wort)
A fragrant hardy annual, bearing spikes of small white flowers
in great profusion throughout the summer and autumn. Un-
surpassed for borders, hanging baskets, and rock gardens.
Culture. In the garden. Sow the seeds thickly so as to
form masses early in the spring or even the previous autumn.
For winter bloom sow late in August and thin the seedlings to
about a dozen to a basket. After the first flowers fade cut back
and others will come.
Border of Alyssum
Maritimum. (Sweet Alyssum.) Pure snow-white flower of
delicious fragrance. Blooms from early spring until frost.
Height, 9 inches. Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 10c.; oz., 30c.
Procumbens. (Little Gem or Carpet of Snow.) A very
pretty dwarf variety, compact growth only. 5 inches high
A solid mass of snow-white flowers from early summer until
late autumn. Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 20c.; oz., 50c.
Compactum Lilac. (Lilac Queen.) A distinct variety,
very compact growth, only 4 inches high. Very pretty flowers
of a pure lilac color. Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 25c.
Saxatile Compactum. (Basket of Gold.) A hardy perennial
variety for beds or edging. The flowers are produced in large
clusters and are. of a most brilliant golden-yellow. Height, 9
inches. Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 40c.
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AMARANTHUS
A hardy annual of easy culture. Very ornamental either in
the flower border or for center of beds. The foliage is exceedingly
brilliant, while some of the varieties bear curious racemes of
flowers. Height, 3 to 5 feet.
Culture. Of easy culture, doing best in warm sunny location,
while the exquisite foliage colorings do better in rich loam
soil. Sow in hotbed in April and plant out in May. Plants to
stand 2 to 3 feet apart.
Caudatus. (Love Lies Bleeding.) Rapid growing garden
annual with long drooping crimson racemes. Height, 3 feet.
Pkt., 5c.
Tricolor. (Joseph’s Coat.) Foliage curiously variegated
with bronze, green and scarlet. Very striking as a border or
for center of beds. Pkt., 5c.
AMPELOPSIS
(Boston Ivy)
A well known hardy perennial climbing plant with green
leaves which turn beautiful shades of red in the autumn.
Culture. Plant early in hotbed and transplant when well
established to place where there are to stand permanently.
Seed may be sown outdoors after all danger of frost is past.
Veitchi. The most popular climber for covering brick or
stone buildings or walls. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.
AQUILEGIA
(Columbine)
A beautiful hardy perennial, easily grown from seed. A most
desirable border plant forming large clumps. Blooms early,
long and abundantly. Very desirable for vases and table decora-
tions.
Culture. Sow in boxes, Vs-inch deep in fine soil from spring
to late summer, transplanting the seedling into rich deep soil
1 foot apart.
Chrysantha. (Golden spurred yellow.) Beautiful golden-
yellow color. Pkt., 15c.; Vs oz., 45c.
Glandulosa. One of the handsomest perennial, blossoms
3 inches in diameter of the deepest blue with white corolla.
Pkt., 15c.; Vs oz., 45c.
Jaetschani. Beautiful long red spurs with light yellow
corolla. Very large blossoms. Pkt., 25c.; Vs oz., 50c.
Collection. 1 pkt. each of above, 50c.
Double Flowering Mixed. Beautiful long spurred large
double flowers formed of several rows of cornucopia like petals
and in various shades of yellow, blue, lavender and white.
Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 60c.
ASPARAGUS
This makes a most attractive and graceful pot plant. Very
desirable for cutting for greenery to mix with flowers.
Culture. Sow in light soil covering 3^-inch, keeping regularly
moist and transplant to small pots soon as large enough to handle.
Repot as required using a very rich compost to encourage the
formation of perfect fronds.
Plumosus. An excellent greenhouse climber with fern-like
foliage. Pkt., 25c.; per 100 seeds, 60c.
ASPERULA
Sweet scented pretty plants for borders or rock work.. Succeeds
finely in shady places. Continuously in bloom throughout the
summer. Height, 10 inches.
Culture. Sow in boxes covering lightly with fine earth.
Transplant late in spring to six inches apart.
Azurea Steosa. Light blue flowers very adaptable for
bouquets. Pkt., 5c.
ANTIRRHINUM
(Snap Dragon)
One of the most showy and useful border plants. We offer
two kinds of snap dragons. The tall growing and the half dwarf,
the plants of which vary in size but have equally large blooms.
Snap Dragons have large brilliantly colored spikes with excep-
tionally sweet fragrance. They succeed in any good garden
soil, and are very effective in beds. Very desirable for cutting.
Blooming from June until late autumn.
Culture. Seed may be started under glass for early flowering.
Sow outdoors in May, % inch deep, thinning out the seedlings
in good rich soil 1 foot apart.
GIANT VARIETIES, 2 to 3 feet
Venus. Beautiful pale pink with white-throat . . . Pkt., 10c.
Ruby. Rich ruby-red “ “
Yellow. Beautiful golden-yellow “ “
Queen Victoria. Pure white “ “
Collection, 1 pkt. each of above 35c.
Giant Mixed Pkt. 10c. ; V4 oz. 25c.
HALF DWARF VARIETIES
These semi-dwarf varieties produce as large flowers as the
tall sorts, while the plants are of compost busy growth. Height,
about 18 inches.
Defiance. Fiery scarlet Pkt., 10c.
Rose Queen. Rich rose “ “
Canary Bird. Light yellow “ “
Queen of the North. Pure snow white “ “
Collection 1 pkt. each of above 35c.
Half Dwarf Mixed Pkt. 10c.; V4 oz. 30c.
DWARF VARIETIES
The dwarf are excellent for bedding or edges. Height, 12 in.
Tom Thumb Mixed Pkt., 10c.
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ASTERS
The Aster, or more specifically the China Aster, in its many
double varieties, is unsurpassed for bedding and cutting, and is
not only one of the most profitable annuals for the professional
florist but also one of the most satisfactory for the home garden.
The great diversity of size, color, form and season of blooming
makes it one of the most suitable plants for supplying cut flowers.
The plants are usually of vigorous growth and so hardy that they
endure a slight frost without serious injury. By planting the
different strains and at different times, one may have in the
latitude of Philadelphia a constant succession of bloom from the
last of July till the middle of October without the aid of a green-
house or even a hotbed.
Culture — Seed may be sown outdoors as early in spring as the
ground is warm and dry, or for earlier blooming may be started
indoors or in a cold-frame and transplanted in the open ground
after danger of killing frost is over. If conditions are favorable
they will usually do well in any well prepared garden soil but a
strong loam that has been well fertilized the previous year is
preferable. In planting cover the seed with about one-fourth
inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. The rows for most of the
varieties should be about one and one-half feet apart. When
about one to two inches high, thin to sixteen inches apart in the
row. It is desirable during warm and dry weather to water the
plants thoroughly two or three times a week, preferably early in
the morning or evening. It is desirable to change the location as
often as practicable.
Insects, such as the red spider, may be kept at bay by fre-
quently spraying with clear water, or for insects that eat the
foliage add one-fourth teaspoonful of Paris Green to ten gallons
of water. Sprinkle with tobacco water or dust to keep off the
plant louse. We offer choice seed that has been grown for us
from the best types by the most skilful cultivators in America
and which is more certain to give good results than most of that
on the market.
KING
Similar in habit to the late branching asters but producing a
little earlier very large double blossoms of distinct form, many of
the petals being rather narrow and slightly quilled and curved.
The inner petals are incurved, covering well the center. The
plants are large and vigorous with long strong stems.
Crimson. Rich brilliant crimson Pkt., 10c.; y4 oz., 60c.
Violet “ “ “ “
Pink. Beautiful shell pink “ “ “ “
White “ “ “ “
Collection. Pkt., each of the above, 35c.
Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c.; y4 oz., 50c.; oz., $1.75.
QUEEN OF THE MARKET
Very desirable on account of extreme earliness as well as
profuse blooming and wide range of colors. The plants are of
somewhat compact but branching habit, rather open and spread-
ing, about sixteen to eighteen inches high, bearing on long stems
from ten to fifteen finely formed double flowers of medium size.
The blooms, although rather flattened and not so large as those
of the late sorts, are fine for cutting and this class is used exten-
sively for growing under glass. This class is known also as
Queen of the Earlies.
Dark blue Pkt., 10c.; l/4 oz., 30c.
Crimson “ “ “
Purple “ “ “ “
White “
Rose “
Collection. Pkt., each of above, 40c.
Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c.; V4 oz., 25c.; oz., 85c.
HEART OF FRANCE
The best pure red Aster ever introduced. Heart of France
opens red as the purest ruby, deepens with age, and retains its
remarkable beauty to the very end. The flowers are large and
full, with never a trace of hollow center. The plants are of
branching type and very robust habit. They retain their bril-
liancy and lustre for a longer period than almost any other color.
Pkt., 15c.; y4 oz., $1.00.
LAVENDER GEM
An early or mid-season variety with large, loosely arranged
flowers of the Comet type, which are borne on long slender stems.
When first open the flowers are a delicate lavender which gradually
deepens as they mature. A beautiful color and a very desirable
sort for cutting. Pkt., 10c.; x/4 oz., 85c.
GIANT LATE
(Branching)
An exceedingly handsome Aster blooming in September.
The flowers borne on long stiff stems are so very double as to
appear almost like balls. The petals short and narrow are
slightly folded and of durable, lasting substance. Very desirable
for cut flowers. Height, 20 inches.
Shell Pink. Soft and dainty . Pkt., 10c.; J/4 oz., 60c.
Rose. Deep rose “
Azure Blue. Soft purple “
Crimson. Brilliant crimson “
White. Pure white “
Collection. Pkt., each of above, 40c.
Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c.; l/4 oz., 50c.; 1 oz,, $1.50.
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ASTERS — (Continued)
GIANT COMET
(Ostrich Plume Asters)
Flowers of immense size composed of long wavy twisted petals,
gracefully formed into loose yet densely double half globes.
Height, about 2 feet.
Rose. Rose pink Pkt., 10c. ; V4 oz., 75c.
White. Pure snow white “ “
Dark Blue “ “ “ “
Crimson “ “
Collection. 1 Pkt., each of above, 35c.
Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c.; V4 oz., 60c.; oz., $2.00.
Baby’s Breath. See Gypsophila, page 43.
Bachelor’s Button. See Centaurea, page 38.
BALLOON VINE
(Love in a Puff)
A pretty and fast growing half hardy annual climber growing
about 10 to 15 feet, bearing delicate clusters of dainty white
blossoms, and numbers of large, round, inflated seed-buds
resembling miniature balloons. The effect is most odd and curious.
It is in every way a very attractive vine.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors early in the spring and train on
a trellis, porch or fence.
Cardiospermum. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
BALSAM
(Lady’s Slipper)
These favorite half hardy annuals are of the easiest culture
but love hot sun, rich soil and plenty of water.
Culture. Seed may be started under glass during the end of
winter or early spring, transplanting to the open ground when
danger of frost is past. To grow fine specimens, plants should
not be closer than 18 inches apart.
Camellia Flowered. Flowers of extra size, double and full
centered with reflexed petals. Plants grow rapidly to about
2 feet and are extremely floriferous.
Camellia Flowered White. Pure white Pkt., 10c.
“ “ Shell pink. Light pink “
“ “ Crimson. Brilliant color ... . “ “
“ “ Purple. Very rich “ “
Collection. 1 Pkt., each of above, 30c.
Finest Mixed Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 25c.
| Balsam Apple. See Momordica, page 46.
Balsam Pear. See Momordica, page 46.
BEGONIAS
A valuable bedding plant producing small, many colored
flowers in remarkable profusion throughout the entire summer
until frost. As an indoor plant it has great popularity.
Culture. Sow seeds in shallow boxes in early spring. As
the seed is small, extreme care must be taken in planting. In
planting smooth the surface of the soil and press seeds in lightly.
When large enough to handle, pot the plants which may be set
outdoors as soon as the weather is warm enough.
Semperflorens Alba. White flowers in great profusion
Pkt., 15c.
Semperflorens Vernon. Rich red flowers, bronze foliage
Pkt., 10c.
Semperflorens Rosea. Rose colored, fine for borders.
Pkt., 15c.
Finest Mixed. All colors from pure white to deepest crimson.
Pkt., 10c.; A oz., 25c.
BELLIS PERENNIS
(English Daisy)
An old favorite and charming hardy plant useful for edging.
If sown in early spring will flower in late summer and through
fall; from sowings made later the plants will bloom the following
spring. Give plants protection of leaves or straw, but not until
ground freezes. When sowing cover seed very lightly and
transplant 6 inches apart.
Snowball. Pure snowy white Pkt., 10c.
Longfellow. Delicate rose “ “
Double Mixed Pkt., 10c.; Vs oz., 30c.
Black-Eyed Susan. See Thunbergia, page 52.
Blanket Flower. See Gaillardia, page 42.
Boston Ivy. See Ampelopsis, page 33.
BRACHYCOME
(Swan River Daisy)
A free-flowering, dwarf-growing annual; covered during the
greater part of the summer with a profusion of pretty blue or
white flowers. Suitable for edgings, small beds or pot culture.
Culture. Sow in fine soil in open border as soon as the
weather permits. Cover the seeds very lightly, and thin out
the seedlings to 6 inches apart. It mades a dainty pot plant
for the window during spring.
Mixed. Blue and white Pkt., 5c.; Vs oz., 15c.
BROWALLIA
(Amethyst)
Handsome annuals, covered with blue or white flowers during
the summer and autumn months. An excellent plant for bedding
or pot culture during winter. Height, 18 inches.
Culture. Sow Li-inch deep in rich soil after the ground has
become warm or seed may be started under glass during early
spring. Set out plants 9 inches apart. The plant may be lifted
in the fall, cut back and potted when they will bloom finely
indoors during the winter.
Elata Mixed. Blue and white Pkt., 5c.
Butterfly Flower. See Schizanthus, page 50.
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CACALIA
(Tassel Flower or Flora’s Paint Brush)
A very attractive border plant with brilliant orange-scarlet
flowers which are much prized for bouquets and vases. Height,
18 inches.
Culture. Sow seed in open border as soon as weather permits,
afterwards thinning out or transplanting to 6 inches apart.
Mixed. Orange and scarlet Pkt., 5c.
CALENDULA
(Pot Marigold)
A splendid hardy annual of easy culture, growing in any good
garden soil and producing a fine effect in beds or borders. Con-
tinues in bloom from early summer until killed by frost. Valu-
able for pot culture, blooming in the winter and early spring.
Height, 1 foot.
Culture. Sow thinly in any good garden soil and thin out
or transplant it 1 foot apart. For early blooming, start the
seed indoors and set out in the border.
Sulphur Crown. Large double flowered with brilliant light
yellow blooms. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
Meteor. Large double yellow striped with orange. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 25c.
Orange King. Large double flower of intense golden-orange.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 35c.
Finest Mixed. All colors Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.
California Poppy. See Eschscholtzia, page 42.
CALLIOPSIS
Very showy and free flowering annuals, blooming throughout
the summer and fall, if not allowed to go to seed. The flowers
are very dainty and pleasing, admirably adapted for table
decorations and bouquets. Height, 1 x/i feet to 2 feet.
Culture. Sow J^-inch deep in good garden soil during early
spring and thin out to transplant to 6 inches apart. For early
blooming the seed may be started indoors.
Drummondii. (Golden Wave.) Rich golden-yellow with
small chestnut-brown center, very free bloom, height 12 inches.
Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 15c.
Nigra Speciosa. A strong grower with good sized flowers of
rich reddish-maroon. Height, 2 feet. Pkt., 5c.; J4 oz., 15c.
Coronata. Large rich golden-yellow flowers. Height, 18
inches. Pkt., 5c.; *4 oz., 15c.
Finest Mixed. All colors Pkt., 5c.; oz., 35c.
COREOPSIS
(Perennial Calliopsis)
Lanceolata Grandiflora. Fine hardy plants with large
yellow flowers produced in the greatest abundance from June
until frost. The beautiful large yellow flowers are borne on
long stems and if cut young will last a week or more in water.
Pkt., 5c.; *4 oz., 15c.
CAMPANULA
(Bellflower)
An old favorite hardy biennial plant worthy of a place in all
gardens. The stately plants being literally smothered wTith its
glorious large bell-shaped flowers in early summer.
Culture. Sow seed outdoors 1 $ -inch deep from early spring
to mid-summer in rich well-drained beds, thin out in the fall or
transplant 18 inches apart and cover with straw or leaves as a
protection over winter. The plants do not flower until the second
year.
Persicifolia Grandiflora. (Peach Bells.) One of the finest
of the hardy bell flowers. Height, 2 to 3 ft. with large blue
flowers. Pkt., 10c.
Persicifolia Alba. White flowered peach bells. Pkt., 10c.
Pyramidalis. (The Chimney Bellflower.) A beautiful
stately plant for garden or pot culture. Blue flowers. Height,
5 feet. Pkt., 10c.
Pyramidalis Alba. White flowered. Pkt., 10c.
CAMPANULA MEDIUM
(Canterbury Bells)
Calycanthema. (Cup and Saucer.) Produce beautiful large
and semi-double flowers resembling a cup and saucer. We offer
three separate colors.
Blue. A clear blue Pkt., 10c.
White. Pure white “ “
Pink. Delicate rosy pink “
Finest Mixed Pkt., 10c.; J4 oz., 40c.
CANARY BIRD FLOWER
(Tropaeolum Canariense)
Handsome foliage with an abundance of bright canary-yellow
blossoms. A good climber, fine for rock gardens and hanging
baskets, etc.; excellent window vine for winter. Half hardy
annual. Height, 15 feet.
Culture. Sow seed outdoors early in Spring preferably in
rich light soil by the side of a fence, arbor or trellis. Plants
should stand about 8 inches apart. Bloom freely from early
summer until killed by the frost. Pkt., 5c.; V2 oz., 20c.
CANDYTUFT
(Iberis I'm be! lata)
A beautiful hardy annual growing about 6 to 18 inches high,
according to the variety. The blossoms are borne on variously
long spikes and are quite large flowering and very fragrant. Of
easy culture and very desirable edgings, bedding, rock gardens
or for cutting.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors in April in rich ground, covering
34 inch with fine soil, pressed down. When 2 inches high
thin to 4 inches apart or plant seed indoors in Fall and transplant
to open ground in Spring.
Purple. A charming purple shade adding color to the border.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.
Carmine. A new and very attractive color among the
Candytufts. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.
Rose Cardinal. Produces very large umbels of bright rosy-
cardinal flowers, so the plant presents one unbroken sheet of
bloom. Height, 8 inches. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.
Giant Hyacinth Flowered. A grand variety producing
enormous spikes of bloom resembling a white hyacinth. The
flowers often measure 7 inches long by 2 34 inches in diameter.
A complete mass of pure white flowers in a pyramid of bloom.
Height, about 12 inches.
To produce the finest spikes the plants should be transplanted.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.
Cardinal Climber. See Ipomoea Quamoclit Hybrida,
page 44.
CARNATION
(Dianthus Caryophyllus)
Carnations are general favorites for their delicious fragrance
and richness of colors. Being hardy and free flowering, they
are easily grown either in flower beds or in pots. One of the
most valuable and beautiful of our summer flowers, also very
desirable for greenhouse culture in winter.
Culture. The seed is sown indoors or under glass in February
or March. Use a rich sandy soil and cover the seeds over lightly.
Care must be taken to maintain an even temperature of about
60 degrees. As soon as danger of frost is past, transplant the
seedlings outdoors in the permanent beds setting them not closer
than 18 inches apart each way.
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MARGUERITE CARNATIONS
An extra vigorous race, especially adapted for outdoor culture.
They are very neat in habit and remarkable for their rich
profusion of flowers produced six months from sowing. Satis-
factorily grown as annuals from seed every Spring.
Yellow Pkt., 10c-
Fiery Scarlet “ “
Bright Rose “ “
Pure White “ “
Mixed. All colors Marguerite Carnations Pkt., 10c. ; 3T’oz.,j50c-
Chabaud’s Everblooming. A greatly improved strain
originating from a famous French carnationist. Blooms in five
months after being sown and continues to flower in the greatest
profusion throughout the entire season.
Mixed. All colors mixed. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.
Castor Oil Beans. See Ricinus, page 49.
Catchfly. See Silene, page 50.
CELOSIA
(Cockscomb)
A rather curious and striking class of flowers with its brightly
colored foliage and the dazzling reds of the blooms. It is fre-
quently used as a tall border to relieve the sombre greens in
clumps of shrubbery and trees. In solid beds it presents a mass
of color.
Culture. A hardy annual. The seed may be sown outdoors,
and later thinned. For early blooming start the plant indoors.
They stand transplanting well.
CELOSIA CHRISTATA
(Crested Cockscomb)
Very desirable annuals, of easy culture. Producing large
brilliant comb-like heads.
Glasgow Prize. Dark leaves and immense dark crimson
combs. Pkt., 10c.; */4 oz., 60c.
CELOSIA PLUMOSA
(Plumed or Ostrich Feather)
Beautiful annual foliage plants blooming in late summer and
autumn. And producing large showy plumes, curled and
curved, resembling ostrich feathers.
Crimson Plumed. Pkt., 10c.; 1/a oz., 60c.
CELOSIA CHILDSI
(Chinese Wool Flower)
This unique type of Celosia Plumosa forms — instead of
pyramidal forms of bloom — large beautiful ball-shaped flower
heads somewhat resembling balls of wool or chenille, and of
a rich bright red color. The plants, 2 to 3 feet in height, branch
freely, each branch terminating with a flower head. It continues
in flower from early summer until frost, and is very effective for
garden, either massed or grown as individuals. Pkt., 15c.
CENTAUREA
The popular Cornflower. Centaurea Cyanus is also known as
Blue Bottle, Ragged Sailor and sometimes as Bachelor’s Button.
Bright flowered plants of the hardiest nature and simplest
culture among the most attractive and graceful of all the old-
fashioned flowers.
Culture — Seed may be started indoors and transplanted in
the permanent bed when three inches high. May be sown in
early fall for spring flowering.
CENTAUREA CYANUS
(Cornflower, Bachelor’s Button)
Delightful old-fashioned flowers, borne on long stiff stem
about 1 to 2 feet high. A profuse bloomer, and excellent for
cutting.
Double Blue. The favorite dark blue, so much
in demand for cutting Pkt., 15c.
Pure White. Very fine “ “
Purple. Beautiful velvety purple “ “
Rosea. Distinct shade, very fine “
Double-flowered Mixed. All colors mixed. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.
CENTAUREA— White Leaved
(Dusty Miller)
Extensively used for ribbon beds, edgings, vases, etc. The
foliage is a beautiful silvery-gray.
Candidissima. Compact plants, silvery leaves, 1 foot.
Pkt., 10c.
CENTAUREA IMPERIALIS
(Sweet Sultan)
A hardy annual of great beauty. The fluffy flowers borne on
long stiff stems in their various colors are very beautiful. For
bouquets and vases they are exceptionally beautiful. If cut
when scarcely opened they will last for ten days in water. Plants
are of easy culture, flowering freely in the garden the first summer
from seed sown in the early spring. Height, 2 to 3 feet.
Chameleon. Bright yellow flowers Pkt., 10c.
Purple. Rich dark purple “
Rosea. Brilliant rose-colored flowers “
White. Satiny white flowers “ “
Choice Mixed. Pkt., 10c.; A oz., 25c.; oz., 75c.
Chinese Wool Flower. See Celosia Childsi.
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CHRYSANTHEMUM
These annuals should not be confounded with the winter
flowering sorts grown by florists. They bloom profusely from
early summer until frost, and, when grown in large beds or
masses, their bright colors make a splendid show.
Culture — For early blooming sow the seeds in frames or
window boxes, and afterwards transplant to the garden, or
seed may be sown where plants are to flower after all danger of
frost is past. Thin the seedlings, 8 to 10 inches apart. Pinching
back in early growth makes the plants bushy and shapely.
Height, 1 to \ Yo feet.
Northern Star. Very large daisy-like flowers, 3 inches across
with pure white fringed petals with canary-yellow zones around
a dark brown eye. Pkt., 10c.
Morning Star. Petals canary-yellow with halo of deeper
yellow, disc dark yellow. Pkt., 10c.
Burridgeanum. Pure white petals with zone of rich brownish-
red and inner zone of yellow surrounding the dark brown disc.
Pkt., 10c.
Coronarium Double Sulphureum. Pale
yellow Pkt., 10c.
Coronarium Double Yellow. Golden-yellow.
Very fine “ “
Coronarium Double White. Pure white “ “
Coronarium Double Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
40c.
CHRYSANTHEMUM LEUCANTHEMUM
(Shasta Daisy)
Alaska. A splendid hardy perennial variety with flowers rarely
less than five inches across, of the purest glistening white, with
broad overlapping petals and borne on long strong stems. A
beautiful cut flower, remaining in good condition a week or more.
Pkt., 15c.
CINERARIA
One of the most useful and ornamental of greenhouse, with
flowers of the richest and most brilliant colors and shades, and of
the finest texture. It is rather a difficult plant to grow if its
requirements are not understood. The mistake usually made in
growing it is in a warm location instead of a cool one.
Culture — Seed may be sown from April to September. If
desired for winter blooming sow early in April in shallow box in
fine soil. Drop the seed in shallow drills, cover, and press the
earth rather firmly with a piece of board. Set the box where it
will get the morning sun, water moderately and carefully.
Dwarf Exhibition Hybrids. Pretty tiny plants, rarely '\
exceeding eight inches in height. The flowers are small, but many
in number and gay in colors, making large heads, particularly
charming. Pkt., 35c.
Matador. A new large flower of a brilliant scarlet red. Pkt.,
35c.
Stellata (Star Cineraria). A charming variety with large
spreading panicles of star-like flowers in a wide range of colors.
The extreme grace and elegance of the plant and flowers make
them wonderfully effective for the decoration of the house and
conservatory7. Also useful for cutting. Pkt., 25c.
CLARKIA
One of the prettiest and showiest of hardy7 annuals that bloom
freely and have flowers of such various bright colors that a bed
of them in full bloom is a beautiful sight. Useful for hanging
baskets, vases, and as edgings to beds of larger growing plants.
Height, feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors in early7 spring and grow in
partial shade. The plants keep up a continuous bloom through
midsummer to late autumn.
COIX LACHRYMAE
(Job’s Tears)
A curious ornamental grass, having broad blades similar to
corn which are valuable for winter bouquets. It bears large
dark colored seeds which resemble a tear drop. Used for beads,
teething babies, or an old-fashioned remedy for sore throat.
Height, two to three feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors early in the spring. Three seeds
to a hill; eighteen inches apart each way. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.
CLEMATIS
(Virgin’s Bower)
One of the finest hardy perennial climbers. Of strong,
rapid growth, with small dense cheerful green foliage, deliciously7
fragrant; white and purple flowers appearing in great profusion
in August and September. The plants succeed in almost any
position. Not only is it adapted to run up all kinds of supports,
but is just as useful for rock work or sloping banks; in fact any
position where a graceful vine or trailer is desired.
Culture — Start the plant indoors early7 in the spring. The
seed germinates very slowly. When three or four inches high,
transplant outdoors setting the plants about twelve inches apart.
Although perennial, some protection through the winter is
advised.
Assorted Hybrids. Collection of the best colors. Pkt., 10c.
COBAEA
(Cathedral Bells)
A very handsome climber, attaining a height of from thirty7 to
fifty feet in one season. The foliage is dark green and the blooms
bell-shaped; green in color at first and afterwards changing to a
beautiful violet shade. Valuable for covering trellises, arbors,
trunks of trees, etc. Will cling to any7 rough surface.
Culture — In sowing, place seeds edgewise to promote ger-
mination. Seed may be sown indoors, and later transplanted,
after all danger of frost is past, setting the plants not closer than
twelve inches apart. Give protection with straw over winter.
Scandens. Large bell-shaped purple flowers. Pkt., 10c.;
x/i oz., 25c.
Cockscomb. See Celosia, page 38.
Columbine. See Aquilegia, page 34.
CONVOLVULUS
(Morning Glory)
Beautiful annual climbers of easy7 culture, producing freely all
summer long. Large funnel-formed flowers of lovely colors and
combination of coloring.
Culture — Soak the seeds in warm water for several hours
just before planting. Sow outdoors early7 in the spring, and
when seedlings appear, thin out to six inches apart.
C. Major (Tall Growing Variety). Beautiful shades of
assorted colors. Should be trained on strings, wires, trellis or
fence. Height, fifteen feet. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.
C. Minor (Dwarf Variety). The dwarf varieties are well
adapted for beds or rock work, growing no higher than twelve
inches. They7 bloom profusely7 throughout the summer and in
spite of the name, Morning Glory7, the flowers stay7 open all day.
Beautiful assorted colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
Elegans Alba. \ ery double. Pure white. Pkt., 10c. Japanese Morning Glory. See Ipomea, page 44.
Elegans Salmon Queen. Lovely7 salmon pink flowers.
Very double. Pkt., 10c. Coreopsis. See Calliopsis, page 37.
Elegans Double Mixed. A fine mixture including many
sorts. Pkt., 10c.; }/i oz., 35c. Cornflower, See Centaurea Cvanus, page 38.
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COSMOS
One of the most notable fall flowers. A strong tall growing
annual with bold flowers of exquisite daintiness and airiness.
Heightened in effect by their foliage setting of feathery green.
It is most effective when planted in broad masses or long back-
ground borders against evergreens or fences.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors early in spring in rather light soil,
which should not be too rich as this induces excessive plant
growth at the expense of the blossoms. A sunny location is
preferable. Cover the seed with about one-fourth inch of soil
firmly pressed down. If planted in rows, make the rows about
two feet apart and when the young plants are well up, thin out
from four to six inches apart in the row.
EARLY MAMMOTH FLOWERING
These early mammoth flowering bloom very early, and
continue in bloom until killed by frost. The flowers are of good
size, and well adapted to northern latitudes. Height, four to
five feet.
Early Mammoth Flowering White Pkt., 10c.
“ “ “ Pink “
“ “ “ Crimson “
Mixed. A mixture of
above three colors Pkt», 10c.; V4 oz., 15c.
DOUBLE CRESTED COSMOS
This new type of cosmos is unique and exceedingly pretty.
The flowers are of good size with fully double centers, and an
outer row or crest of broad petals. The plants are vigorous,
attaining a height of five feet and are covered with blooms from
August until killed by frost.
White Queen. Pure white, large size Pkt., 15c.
Pink Beauty. Lovely pale pink flowers “ “
Crimson King. A fine rich crimson. . “ “
Mixed. Above colors mixed Pkt., 10c.; Vs oz., 35c.
Cypress Vine. See Ipomoea Quamoclit, page 44.
CYCLAMEN
These bulbous greenhouse plants are all very beautiful and are
unapproached among winter flowering plants for duration of
bloom, variety of shades and wealth of coloring. They are
among the best plants recommended for house culture as they
thrive well and bloom profusely in the average temperature of
the living room.
Culture — Sow the seed in small boxes or seed pans in a com-
post of well rotted manure, leaf mold and sand in the early winter
months. Cover lightly with moss, which should be kept moist,
and should be removed after the seed germinates. Prick out into
small pots when the young plants have two leaves. If grown
steadily without any check they will flower in from ten to twelve
months. Height, nine inches.
PERSICUM GIGANTEUM
Album Mont Blanc. Pure white Pkt., 50c.
Salmoneum. Bright salmon color “ “
Crimson King. Dark blood-red “ “
Roseum. Bright rose “ “
Persicum Mixed “ 25c.
DAHLIA
These well known flowers are commonly grown from the
tubers, but may also be grown from seed. They are of easy
culture and will grow in most any kind of soil.
Culture — Plant the seeds in shallow boxes indoors in the
early spring, and transplant outdoors when all danger of frost is
past. They will bloom nicely the first year.
Giant Flowered Choice Mixed. Magnificent long stemmed
flowers of immense size in great variety of color. Pkt., 10c.
Dahlia Roots. (See Pages 55, 56 and 57.)
Daisy — English. See Beilis Perennis, page 36.
Daisy — Shasta. See Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum,
page 39.
Daisy — Swan River. See Brachycome, page 36.
DATURA
(Angel’s Trumpet)
Large branching plants, producing very large, handsome,
trumpet-shaped blossoms of exquisite fragrance. Excellent for
late summer and autumn flowering.
Culture — Seed may be sown outdoors after danger of frost is
over, but for early blooming, sow in hotbeds and transplant
about three feet apart each way. Roots may be kept all winter
in cellar. Tender annual. Height, three feet.
Cornucopia (Fastuosa) “Horn of Plenty.” The most hand-
some variety of Datura. Immense double flowers, each blossom
shading from white in the center to deep purple on the fringes.
Pkt., 10c.
DIGITALIS
(Foxglove)
Handsome and highly ornamental hardy plants of stately
growth, succeeding under almost all conditions, and with but
little attention will give a wealth of flowers during June and July.
They are now used extensively with good effect for naturalizing
in shrubberies, the edge of woods and other half-shady places;
three to five feet.
Culture — Sow the seed in late May and transplant when
large enough, eight to ten inches apart. No flowers appear the
first year. Protect with litter over winter. Seed may also be
sown in fall.
Gloxiniaeflora. Large, spotted, gloxinia-like flowers, pro-
duced on long spikes. Three and one-half to five feet.
Pale Pink Pkt., 10c.; M oz., 25c.
Purple
White “
Mixed “ 5c.; “ 15c.
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DELPHINIUM
(Larkspur)
In variety and beauty of its blue tints which are as numerous
as they are charming, no other plant can equal the Delphinium.
The brilliant flowers are strongly effective in beds or masses in
borders, shrubberies or in combination with white lilies. Im-
provements are continually being made in the size of the flowers,
as well as in the length and fullness of the spikes. Some of the
species flower both early and late. The season for all can be
prolonged by cutting away the withered flower stems.
ANNUAL VARIETIES
These include the Rocket or Hyacinth flowered, so called from
their long narrow flower spikes. They bloom best in a rather
cool moist soil.
Culture — Sow seed in the open border, either in spring or
fall, preferably the latter, so that germination may take place
very early in the spring. As the seedlings grow, thin to stand
six to eighteen inches apart according to variety. The varieties
are seldom kept separate as they are quite as pretty and con-
venient for cutting when sown in mixture.
Giant Hyacinth Flowered. Finest mixed. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
40c.
Tall Double Branching (Stock Flowered). The finest class
of Larkspur for cutting and borders, with long spikes of large
double flowers. Two feet high. Finest mixed. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
40c.
PERENNIAL VARIETIES
These are usually taller than the annuals requiring more space
between the plants. If sown in the fall or very early spring,
nearly all will bloom the first season. Foliage, clean and pretty;
habit, strong and neat; flower spikes long and dazzling.
Chinense Album. Large pure white flowers extra fine.
Pkt., 10c.
Chinense Azureum. Beautiful distinct shade of blue. Very
attractive in the border. Pkt., 10c.
Formosum. Brilliant blue-white center especially fine.
Pkt., 15c.
Hybridum fl. pi. Double Mixed. All sorts in brilliant
mixture. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz. ,25c.
DIMORPHOTHECA
(African Daisy)
A rare and showy annual, having dark orange flowers two and
one-half inches in diameter with a dark brown-disk in the center.
The flowers are glossy and present a striking appearance in the
sun. Excellent for summer flowering borders, especially along
the roadside.
Culture — Sow seed early in the spring in rows twelve to
eighteen inches apart. When three inches high, thin the plants
one foot apart in the row. A sunny situation is preferable.
Bloom throughout the summer.
Aurantiaca. Pkt., 10c.
DOLICHOS
(Hyacinth Bean)
A fragrant, rapidly growing annual climber bearing large
handsome foliage and bright flowers followed by curiously lima
bean shaped pods. Very desirable for covering trellis and arbor.
Height, 8 to 10 feet.
Culture — -As the seed coat is very hard it should be sown an
inch deep in the late fall or winter where intended to grow. If
sowing in the spring cut a small piece off the skin or seed coat,
and soak in warm water for 12 hours before sowing.
Darkness. Stems and under sides of foliage purplish-red.
The numerous spikes of reddish-purple, pea like flowers are
succeeded by showy seed pods. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.
DIANTHUS
Dianthus Chinensis (Pinks). The Pinks are old-fashioned
favorites and as a class are more varied in color than the
Carnations but lack their fragrance. Both the single and double
Pinks are well adapted for bedding and borders, and are suitable
also, for cutting as the stems are of good length and the brilliantly
colored flowers, often 1 34 to 2 inches across, contrast vividly
with the rather narrow bright light green leaves.
Seed may be sown in the open ground in spring after danger
of frost is past, in the place where the plants are wanted to
bloom. Use well pulverized soil, preferably sandy loam. Make
the rows one foot to fifteen inches apart and cover the seed with
one-fourth inch of fine soil firmly pressed down. When two
inches high, thin six to eight inches apart. Plants compact,
bushy, usually about one foot high. When grown for spring
blooming, if in a well drained situation and protected by a
light mulch of straw or leaves, the plants are less likely to winter-
kill than if in a moist unprotected part of the garden during the
colder months. The plants thus wintered over will produce
more and better blooms than those of the first season.
DOUBLE ANNUAL PINKS
China or Indian Pinks (Dianthus Chinensis). Flowering
from early summer to fall; strong, sturdy growers, suitable for
beds and borders. Flowers very double and in unlimited variety
of colors, borne on long, stiff stems.
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 15c.
Japanese Pinks (D. Heddewigii and varieties). A beautiful
class of sturdy-growing plants, ten to twelve inches high and of the
same width; handsomely marbled and mottled flowers in all
imaginable colors, two inches and over in diameter.
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 30c.
HARDY GARDEN PINKS
Very desirable for beds, borders, cemetery planting, etc.
The flowers are highly prized for their spicy, refreshing odor.
Single Early-Flowering Grass Pinks, Finest Mixed
(D. plumarius). Pheasant’s Eye. Manj^-colored, fragrant
flowers, nicely fringed. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 30c.
Dianthus Caryophyllus. See Carnation, page 38.
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Dianthus Barbatus. See Sweet William, page 52.
Dusty Miller. See Centaurea, page 38.
Elephant’s Ear. See Caladium Bulbs, page 59.
Everlasting Flower. See Acroclinium, Gomphrena,
Rhodanthe, Helichrysum and Xeranthemum.
Everlastings should be grown in every garden not only for
summer blooming, but also as cut flowers for winter decoration.
The flowers should be picked before they expand and hung with
the tops downward to dry for winter bouquets.
ECHINOC Y STIS
(Wild Cucumber Vine)
The fastest growing annual vine in existence; will grow 20
feet in six weeks. Pretty foliage and inconspicuous white flowers.
Culture — Soak the seed over night in warm water and sow
one inch deep after all danger from frost is past and the ground
has become warm.
Labata. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 35c.
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ESCHSCEOLTZIA
(California Poppy)
Eschscholtzias are among our most beautiful and popular
annuals, being of easiest culture. From spring sown seeds they
flower profusely until killed by frost. Excellent for beds, edging
or masses. The plants are about of dwarf branching habit,
about one foot high.
Culture — Sow the seeds early in May in permanent rows, 12
inches apart, later thinning to 8 inches in the row. The seedlings
are difficult to transplant.
Crimson King. The best of the red-flowering varieties.
Bright crimson, interior satiny carmine. Pkt., 10c. ; 34 oz., 25c.
California Aurantiaca. Rich golden orange. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 30c.
Caniculata Rosea. Soft flesh-pink, petals fluted or crimped.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
EUPHORBIA
Strong growing annuals for beds of tall growing plants or
mixed borders; the flowers are inconspicuous; its foliage, however,
is exceedingly ornamental.
Culture — Sow the seed outdoors early in the spring and thin
out late to 18 inches apart.
Variegata (Snow on the Mountain). Elegant bushy plants
with broad green leaves, veined and margined with white. Height,
2 feet. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.
Flowering Sage. See Salvia, page 49.
Forget-Me-Not. See Myosotis, page 46.
Foxglove. See Digitalis, page 40.
Four o’clock. See Mirablis, page 46.
Flax. See Linum, page 44.
GAILLARDIA
(Blanket Flower)
Splendid showy annuals, remarkable for the size, profusion
and brilliancy of their flowers, which continue in bloom from
early summer until November. Excellent for beds, borders or
for cutting.
Culture. Seed may be started indoors early in spring and
transplanted outdoors in May. Usually sown where they are
to bloom. Height, 134 feet.
Picta Mixed. Single sorts, fine colors. Pkt., 5c. 34 oz., 20c.
Lorenziana Mixed. A charming, profuse double-flowering
strain. Invaluable for bouquets. Beautiful mixed colors.
Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 25c.
HARDY PERENNIAL VARIETIES
Grandiflora Mixed. Splendid combinations of reddish-brown
and gold in great variety. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.
GODETIA
Very neat and free flowering annuals that are highly prized
for edging and for solid beds, for a blaze of color they will vie
with the nasturtiums. Should not be planted in too rich soil.
In bloom from June until October.
Culture — The plants may be started indoors but the seed is
usually sown outdoors and the plants thinned 8 to 12 inches apart .
Crimson Glow. A splendid, free-flowering, compact variety,
blood-crimson. Height, 9 inches. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 35c.
Duchess of Albany. Compact large satiny white flowers in
pyramidal clusters. Height, 9 inches. Pkt., iOc.; 34 oz., 30c.
Dwarf Mixed. Many brilliant colors. Pkt., 10c. ; 34 oz-> 15c.
GOURDS— ORNAMENTAL
These are desirable in many places where an immense amount
of vine is wanted quickly. Most sorts are good for 20 to 30 feet
in a season and the blooms of some are quite striking and hand-
some. With many sorts the fruit is unique and ornamental and
often useful.
Culture — Sow seeds outdoors after all danger of frost is past.
African Pipe. Odd shaped fruit. The stem ends of which
are used in making pipes. Pkt., 5c.
Nest Egg. Fruit looks exactly like a hen’s egg and may be
used as nest eggs. Pkt., 5c.
Pear Shaped. Striped, yellow and green; very- showy.
Pkt., 5c.
Hercules Club. Fruit grows 3 to 4 feet long and shaped like
a club. Pkt., 10c.
Dipper or Calabash. When dried may be used for dipper.
9 to 12 inches long, holding from 1 to 4 pints. Will last for years.
Pkt., 5c.
Dish-Rag or Bonnet Gourd. Many women prefer a dish
cloth made of this gourd to anything else, as it is alway-s sweet
and clean as long as any part of it is left. Pkt., 10c.
Spoon. Small ball-shaped fruit with slender necks, deep
orange. By slicing off a part of the side of the bowl a satisfactory
spoon may7 be made. Pkt., 10c.
Collection Offer. Pkt., each of above, 40c.
Mixed Varieties. All kinds. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
GOMPHRENA
(Globe Amaranth)
Also called “Bachelor’s Buttons.” A showy annual everlasting
flower, resemble clover heads and when . dried are useful for
winter bouquets; fine for bedding. Half hardy- annual. Height,
18 inches.
Culture — Start the plants indoors in March. As the seeds
germinate very slowly, soak several hours in water before sowing.
Set plants outdoors in spring after all danger of frost is over,
distance 10 to 12 inches apart.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 15c.
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GYPSOPHILA
(Baby’s Breath)
Beautiful star-shaped white flowering, very fragrant and borne
in profusion on long feathery stems. Used largely for mixing
with other cut flowers. A hardy perennial, blooming through-
out the summer into the late fall.
Culture — Sow seed early in spring in prepared light rich soil,
and thin late to 12 inches apart. A light covering of mulch is
desirable for protection during the winter.
Elegans Alba Grandiflora. This is an improved large
flowering, pure white form of the Baby’s Breath of free and easy
growth. Several sowings should be made during the season to
keep up a supply. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
HELIANTHUS
(Sunflower)
These comprise plants of majestic growth and immense showy
flowers suitable for shrubberies, woodlands, wild gardens, sub-
tropical gardening. The dwarfer sorts with smaller flowers are
charming when grouped in mixed flower borders. Excellent for
cutting.
Culture — Seed should be sown in permanent beds early in
the spring and requires little care.
SINGLE ANNUAL VARIETIES
Cucumerifolius. Small single rich yellow flowers, black
disk. Height, 4 feet. Pkt., 5c.; lA oz., 20c.
Stella (Miniature Sunflower). Differs from the above type
by its larger and better formed flowers of the purest golden
yellow with small dark disk. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 20c.
Orion. Artistic and effective new variety of “Stella.” The
pointed petals are finely twisted and curled resembling a cactus
dahlia. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 20c.
Russian Mammoth. Gigantic single yellow flowers. Height
6 feet. Pkt., 5c.
Red and Gold. Strong sturdy plants branching to a height
of 7 to 9 feet, producing several large flowers of refined form.
The coloring varies from golden yellow splashed with red to
nearly all red, but the great majority are Gaillardia colored —
that is the wide zone of red surrounds the purplish-black center.
The ends or tips of the petals being a rich golden yellow color.
A combination that is very rich and effective. Pkt., 10c.; 34
oz., 35c.
DOUBLE ANNUAL VARIETIES
Cucumerifolius FI. PL The double flowering form of the
popular miniature sunflower. The flowers while double are quite
free and graceful of a bright golden yellow. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz.,
15c.
Chrysanthemum Flowered. Magnificent flowers of rich
orange color, 6 to 8 inches in diameter, densely double, the petals
being long and fringed, resembling a chrysanthemum or dahlia.
The plants, 6 to 7 feet high, carry many of these noble flowers.
Pkt., 5c. ; 34 oz., 15c.
HELIOTROPE
(Cherry Pie)
A half hardy perennial, flowering during the whole season; its
delightful fragrance makes it a most desirable bouquet flower.
A splendid bedding plant, or may be trained as a greenhouse
climber.
Culture — Sow seed indoors in March or April and transplant
outdoors when all danger of frost is past. Will not survive the
winter. For potted plants sow seed in the fall.
Mixed. A selected assortment of colors including purples,
blues, and lilacs. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 40c.
HELICHRYSUM
(Straw Flower)
A hardy annual and one of the best everlastings. The plant is
234 feet high and produces large double daisy-like flowers with
prominent centers and stiff overlapping scales, which make a
fine display in the garden during the summer. When dried the
flowers retain their shape and color for years, and placed in vases
or baskets without water, make splendid winter bouquets and
decorations.
Culture — Plants succeed in any good garden soil if given
plenty of space. Place at least 12 inches apart. Seed may be
sown outdoors early in spring and later thinned.
Fireball. Bright red Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 15c.
Golden Ball. Golden yellow “ “ “ “
Rose Queen. Rich carmine rose.... “ “ “ “
Silver Ball. Glistening white “ “ “ “
Mixed. All colors mixed “ “ oz., 50c.
HUMULLS
(Japanese Hop)
A rapid climber which in a few weeks’ time attains a height of
20 to 30 feet. Resembles in shape the common hop, but being an
annual attains full perfection the first season. Color a lively
green. One of the best climbing plants for trellises. Heat,
drought and insects do not trouble it.
Culture — Seeds should be planted in the open ground after
all danger of frost is over, or if started in-doors, young plants
can be transplanted to the open as soon as warm weather
appears. A rich garden soil, deeply dug and liberally enriched
with manure is best.
Japonicus Variegatus. A beautiful variety the leaves of
which are blotched and striped with silvery white, light and
dark green, which retain their brightness until killed by frost.
Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 25c.
HOLLYHOCK
One of the most majestic of hardy plants and a clump or line
in any garden gives an effect not attainable with any other plant.
For planting among shrubbery or forming a background for other
flowers, it is without equal.
Culture — Sow the seed indoors or in beds early in the year,
and transplant to open ground when the plants have made five
leaves, setting the plants two feet apart. Seed may also be
sown any time before midsummer and will produce fine plants
for flowering next year.
DOUBLE VARIETIES
Chater’s Double White Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 40c.
“ “ Pink “
“ “ Crimson “
“ “ Yellow “
“ “ Lavender “
Collection. Pkt. each of above five colors, 40c.
Choice Double Mixed. Splendid assortment of double
varieties. Pkt., 5c.; M oz., 30c.; oz., SI. 00.
Hyacinth Bean. See Dolichos, page 41.
Iberis. See Candytuft, page 37.
Ice Plant. See Mesembryanthemum, page 45.
Immortelles. See Acroclinium, Gomphrena, Helichry-
sum, Rhodanthe and Xeranthemum.
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IPOMOEA
Beautiful climbing plants of rapid growth with varied flower.
Suitable for covering walls, trellises and arbors.
Culture — The seed may be sown in a permanent bed early in
the spring. It is well to soak the seed in warm water over night
to assist in rapid germination.
Quamoclit (Cypress Vine). A tender annual with very
delicate fern-like leaves and masses of beautiful small red or white
star-shaped flowers.
Scarlet. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
White. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
Mixed. White and Scarlet. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 30c.
Quamoclit Hybrida (The Cardinal Climber). A new and
absolutely distinct annual climber, conceded to be the most
beautiful and brilliant annual climber introduced. It is a strong
and rapid grower attaining a height of 30 feet or more with
beautiful fern-like foliage and literally covered with a blaze of
circular cardinal-red flowers about 1)4 inches in diameter. Like
other Ipomoeas, it delights in a warm sunny location and good
soil. The seed may be started indoors early in the spring but it
is just as well to wait until the weather gets warm and settled
and then sown outdoors. Pkt., 15c.
Mexican Grandiflora Alba (Moon flower). At night and
during cloudy days the plants are covered with an abundance of
large pure wax-like white flowers, 5 to 6 inches in diameter. A
very rapid grower, covers a vast area, 30 feet high and 6 feet
wide. Pkt., 10c.; V2 oz. 30c.
I. Imperialis (Japanese Morning Glory). The flowers of
this charming variety are of gigantic size, often measuring 3 to 4
inches across. The colors of the flowers, shadings and markings
are unlimited. Some flowers are of deep rich velvety colors,
others daintily tinted and shaded. There are reds from soft rose
to crimson and garnet, daintiest blue to purple, snow white to
silver gray. Some flowers are striped blotched and spotted,
others have magnificent edges and throats. The foliage is luxuri-
ant, attaining a height of from 30 to 40 feet. The leaves are
slightly mottled light and dark green, white and gray.
Imperialis. Japanese Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
Japanese Hop. See Humulus, page 43.
Job’s Tears. See Coix Lacrymae, page 39.
Joseph’s Coat. See Amaranthus, page 33.
KOCHIA
(Mexican Fire Bush or Summer Cypress)
A very attractive and popular foliage or hedge plant. It grows
about 3 feet high with many slender branches pressed close to the
main stem and resembles a small closely sheared evergreen; the
slender foliage being a delicate light green. They are very
attractive and in the fall they turn to carmine and blood red, at
the same time the ends of the shoots are thickly set with small
bright scarlet flowers, thereby earning the name of Firebush.
Culture — Sow seed outdoor in good rich soil after all danger
of frost has passed, covering the seed to a depth of about three
times its size. Press soil down firmly and when plants are well
established thin out or transplant to prevent crowding. Hardy
annual.
Trichophylla. Pkt., 5c.; V4 oz., 35c.
KUDZU VINE
(Pueraria Thunbergiana)
A rapid growing climbing vine with purple wistaria-like
fragrant flowers, large leaves. Perhaps the strongest growing
and most vigorous of all climbers. Will climb 25 to 30 feet in one
season. It freezes down every winter and comes up from the
roots each succeeding season. A fine vine for arbors, verandas,
etc.
Culture — Sow when danger of frost is past in fine porous soil,
)4-inch deep and keep moist until the seed germinates. Trans-
plant 6 to 12 feet apart on trellis. Pkt., 10c.
Lady Slipper. See Balsam, page 36.
LANTANA
A beautiful and most desirable greenhouse plant, also suitable
for summer bedding. The plants are constantly in bloom, the
flower heads somewhat resembling verbenas. The colors range
from orange, white to rose and red. Height, 2 to 3 feet.
Culture — Sow under glass early in spring, using very fine soil
and transplant when large enough to handle, three inches apart
or pot singly. Plant 2 feet apart in rich deep ground when all
danger of frost is past.
Mixed Colors. Pkt., 10c.; J4 oz., 20c.
Larkspur. See Delphinium, page 41.
LINUM
(Scarlet Flax)
This is a very pretty free flowering annual with slender foliage
and bearing on delicate stems clusters of bright red flowers,
saucer-shaped with black center. The flowers last only a day,
but are borne uninterruptedly until frost.
Culture — If sown in hotbed and transplanted into good rich
soil one foot apart the period of flowering will be much advanced,
but the seed may be sown in the open ground after the weather
is warm.
Grandiflorum Rubrum. The favorite scarlet flax, large
flowered, height 1)4 feet. Pkt., 10c.
LOBELIA
The dwarf variety ( Erinus ) bloom very quickly from seed and
flower all through the season. They are well adapted for bedding,
pots or rockeries. Also very effective when planted in masses.
Culture — Seed may be sown outdoors in early spring where
the plants are to grow, and thin moderately or transplant several
inches apart in rich open soil, or start the plants in pots in green-
house or hotbed and later transplant after danger of frost is past.
Crystal Palace Compacta ( Erinus Speciosa). An excep-
tionally graceful sort having beautiful deep blue flowers, with
very dark green foliage. Height, 7 inches. Pkt., 15c.
Love Lies Bleeding. See Amaranthus Caudatus,
page 34.
Love in a Mist. See Nigella, page 47.
LUPINUS
(Lupine)
Old-fashioned favorites that thrive in almost any soil or
situation. They are of robust branching habit, and throw spikes
enveloped with pea-shaped flowers for most of their length.
If these are cut as they mature the plants will continue in bloom
for a long period.
Annual Varieties. Splendid for beds and backgrounds.
Height, 2 to 3 feet.
Hartwegii (Blue) Pkt., 5c.
“ (White) “ “
“ (Rose) “ “
Mixed .Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
Perennial Varieties. The hardy perennial varieties are
extremely handsome and stately, bearing their beautiful flowers on
erect graceful spikes that are more than a foot in length. Excel-
lent for grouping or massing in separate colors, and they suit
themselves to almost any position, making a good cut flower and
of easy culture, requiring ordinary moist soil deep as possible,
but well drained with plenty of old stable manure in any open
sunny position. Height, 3 to 5 feet.
Culture — Sow seeds in April in their permanent places,
transplanting or thinning as may be required.
Polyhyllus Rosens. (Rose) — magnificent Pkt., 25c.
“ (Blue)... “ 10c.
“ (White) “
Mixed
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.
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LYCHNIS
(Rose Campion — Ragged Robin)
A fine perennial, useful for the mixed border. Flowering freely
in early summer and almost continuously if the old flower spikes
are regularly removed. The bright scarlet flowers are very
striking and showy7.
Culture — If sown early7 will bloom the first season. Seed may
be started under glass or sown in the open as soon as the ground
is in condition and danger of frost is past. Transplant or thin out
to 9 inches apart.
Chalcedonica (Scarlet). Height, 2 feet. Pkt., 5c.
MARIGOLD
The African and French Marigolds are old favorite free-
flowering annuals of easy culture. Both are extremely effective
and are well adapted for large beds or mixed borders. They
succeed best in a light soil with full exposure to the sun. A vase
or bowl of any7 of the rich yellow sorts in combination with a few
blue Larkspurs or Cornflowers is very7 striking.
Culture — For early blooming sow in sunny window or frame
In early spring or in good rich soil in the open after all danger of
frost is past. Transplant or thin out, 10 to 16 inches apart.
DWARF DOUBLE FRENCH MARIGOLD
Few annuals are as effective as the French Marigolds for so
long a period. They7 all form dense bushes not over 12 inches
bigh and are unequaled for beds or borders.
Golden Ball. A splendid pure golden yellow; large flowers;
very7 effective for beds. Pkt., 10c.
Mahogany. Rich velvety mahogany brown. Pkt., 10c.
French Mixed. Splendid mixture of all double sorts. Pkt.,
5c. ; 34 oz., 20c.
DWARF SINGLE FRENCH MARIGOLD
Legion of Honor (Little Brownie). This is a single dwarf
bushy variety7, and is very desirable for borders. The plants bear
in profusion, rich golden yellow flowers marked with a large spot
of velvety crimson at the base of each petal. Begin flowering
early and continuing until frost. Height, 12 inches. Pkt., 5c.;
34 oz., 15c.
DOUBLE AFRICAN MARIGOLD
Splendid for beds or borders. The tall varieties growing about
3 feet high.
Orange Prince. A high bred, tall growing variety, bearing
large perfect double quilled flowers of a rich deep golden orange
color. The finest of all and very7 showy7. Pkt., 10c. ; 34 oz., 25c.
Lemon Queen. A counterpart of Orange Prince, except in
color which is a soft lemon yellow, and forming a fine contrast to
the rich orange of the former. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 50c.
Tall Double Mixed. A splendid mixture, containing all the
colors of the African varieties. Height, 2 to 3 feet. Pkt., 5c.;
34 oz., 20c.
Marvel of Peru. See Mirabilis, page 46.
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM
(Ice Plant)
Profuse flowering plants having leaves covered with ice-like
globules. \ ery7 effective in beds, baskets or edgings, and for
rock work.
Culture — Thrive best in dry7 sunny7 situations. Start plants
indoors, transplanting into the garden when danger of frost is
past. May be propagated by cutting.
Cry7stallinum (Ice Plant). Height, 6 inches. Pkt., 5c.
MIGNONETTE
(Reseda)
A well known hardy7 annual producing dense cone-shaped
flower spikes made up of thickly7 set florets of modest colors.
It is often used for cutting to combine in bouquets with other
more pretentious flowers lacking its delicate and pleasing
fragrance.
Culture — Seed is usually7 sown out doors after danger of
frost is past, but if sown at intervals in spring and early7 summer
a succession of bloom is assured till frost. Well pulverized soil,
preferably7 light sandy loam, should be used, covering the seed
about 34 inch deep. Make rows one foot apart thin out to six
inches. For early7 blooming seed may be sown in the fall or
started indoors and transplanted. Thrives in cool temperature.
May also be grown in pots.
Red Goliath. One of the finest, being of strong growth,
healthy and deep-rooting. The average spikes of flowers are
immense, measuring six to eight inches long by 234 inches in
diameter, and are compactly7 filled with giant florets, measuring
34-inch across and packed full, even in the center, with anthers,
or three times as many as the older Mignonettes contain, con-
sequently7 this variety is correctly called a double Mignonette.
The color of the florets — fire-red — is strengthened on account of
the density7 of the florets and spikes, thus presenting almost solid
columns of brilliant-red, effectively7 contrasted against the
healthy7, rich green foliage. The fragrance is delightfully7 rich
and powerful. For cutting it is perfection, remaining fresh for
eight to ten days in water. Pkt., 10c.; Yg oz. 25c.
Golden Machet. Distinct variety7 of Machet with massive
spikes of golden-yellow blossoms. Pkt., 5c.; x4 oz., 20c.
Sweet-scented [Reseda Odorata). The popular garden variety,
with rather small spike, but very sweetly scented. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.
MIMOSA
(Sensitive Plant)
Curious and interesting annuals which bear pinkish-white
flowers. The leaves close and droop when touched or shaken.
Culture— Start indoors in March, set out in May7 after danger
of frost is past, six inches apart.
Pudica. Height, 18 inches. Pkt., 5c.
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MIMULUS
Tender little plants with singularly shaped and brilliant
colored flowers, blotched in every conceivable manner. Excellent
for baskets or vases.
Culture — Sow in fine soil in boxes or pots placed in a sunny
window or frame. Transplant the seedlings when large enough
to handle.
Moschatus (Musk Plant). An old fashioned favorite plant
of spreading or trailing habit with a peculiar and pleasing musk
odor. Succeeds best in cool, moist locations or partial shade.
Pkt., 10c.
MIRABILIS
(Four-o’Clock, Marvel of Peru)
The flowers of this old time favorite open about 4 o’clock in
the afternoon and fade the next morning. Two feet high with
bright foliage and fragrant flowers of desirable colors. Makes
a nice hedge if set a foot apart.
Culture — Seed should be sown in the open ground where
plants are desired. The roots may be taken up in the autumn
and preserved through the winter for spring planting in the same
manner as dahlias.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
MOMORDICA
Handsome and ornamental climbing half hardy annuals with
warted golden-yellow fruit which when ripe, opens and discloses
its seeds and brilliant carmine interior. Excellent for covering
trellises, rockwork, etc. Height ten feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors in May.
Balsamia (Balsam Apple). Apple shaped fruit, glossy, green
foliage, often used for its medicinal properties. Pkt., 5c.
Charantia (Balsam Pear). Pear shaped fruit, heavy green
foliage. Pkt., 5c.
Moonflower. See Ipomoea Mexicana, page 44,
Morning Glory. See Convolvulus, page 39, and
Ipomoea, page 44.
Mourning Bride. See Scabiosa, page 50.
MYOSOTIS
(Forget-me-not)
These popular charming little plants, producing star-like
flowers, love cool, moist soil and like pansies, bloom most freely
in fall and early spring. They make beautiful close borders or
edgings and will bloom nicely in winter in a cool room or cold-
frame.
Culture — Start indoors in February, if blooms are wanted
first year, and transplant in warm sunny border in April. They
establish themselves by self-seeding. Seed may also be sown in
fall.
Alpestris-Victoria. A favorite sort with fine head of large
globular sky-blue flowers. Plants bushy and compact, fine for
borders, pots or cutting. Pkt., 10c.
NASTURTIUMS
No other hardy annual excels Nasturtiums for their ease of
culture, brilliancy of coloring and lavish profusion of flowers
for so long a time with the small outlay of time and labor.
The maximum of bloom is produced on thin soil and never flags
through the hottest weather. In soil too rich leaves predominate
and the plants are apt to rot off in wet weather, especially if
standing too close. The tall varieties make a very effective
display when trained on fences or trellises and the dwarf sorts
are fine for edging and massing.
The varieties offered below were selected as being the best
and most distinct.
DWARF OR TOM THUMB VARIETIES
(Tropaeolum Nanum)
These have a neat compact habit and attractive foliage. They
bloom in two months from sowing and furnish the greatest
abundance of long-lasting, sweet-scented cut-flowers.
Chameleon. Is unique in bearing flowers of quite distinct
coloring on one and the same plant.
Crystal Palace. Sulphur, maroon blotches.
Empress of India. Very dark leaves, fiery-crimson flowers.
Golden King. Pure golden-yellow.
King Theodore. Velvety red flowers, dark foliage.
King of Tom Thumb. Intense dark scarlet, dark leaves.
Prince Henry. Cream, spotted and tipped red.
Rose. Soft carmine-rose.
Vesuvius. Salmony-rose, dark leaved.
Price: Any of the above sorts, pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; lb.,
60c.
Collection: One pkt. each of the above varieties, 35c.;
one oz. of each of the above varieties, SI. 50.
Finest Mixed. Tom Thumb varieties, all colors. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; lb., 30c.; lb., SI. 00.
TALL VARIETIES
(Tropaeolum Majus)
Elegant and luxurious climbers for trellises, etc. May also be
used to cover unsightly railings and to trail over rough ground
with fine effect.
Jupiter. Large rich golden-yellow flowers.
King Theodore. Deep crimson-maroon, dark foliage.
Moonlight (Pearl). Creamy-white.
Dunnetts Orange (Sunlight). Bright orange flowers, no
markings.
Prince Henry. Light yellow, marbled scarlet.
Schulzi. Rich deep scarlet.
Vesuvius. Salmon-rose, dark leaved.
Price: Any of the above tall sorts, pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
lb., 50c.
Collection: One pkt. each of the above varieties, 25c.;
one oz. of each of the above varieties, 85c.
Finest Mixed: Tall or climbing varieties, all colors, pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; M lb., 35c.; lb., $1.25.
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IVY LEAVED NASTURTIUMS
All with fine fimbriated petals. Colors intense and very
striking. Foliage also very beautiful, like ivy, and vines exceed-
ingly graceful. For a garden they are superb, but for window
culture they are very fine.
Ivy Leaved Tall Mixed. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.
NEMOPHILA
(Love Grove)
Very pretty dwarf-growing hardy annuals of easy culture. Has
small cup-shaped, exquisitely colored blossoms about one inch
in diameter. Good in pots, edgings, rockeries, or beds, doing
best in moist soil and partial shade.
Culture — Seed may be sown outdoors after danger of frost
has passed, thinning out when the plants are well established to
prevent crowding. May be started indoors, transplanting to
the open after ground has become warm.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.
NICOTIANA
(Flowering Tobacco)
Half hardy annuals, of bushy habit, literally ablaze with
tubular shaped flowers all summer. A handsome bedding plant.
Height 3 to 4 feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors, in good rich soil, after all danger
of frost is past, thinning out or transplanting after the plants are
well established. Seeds may be ..started indoors, and later trans-
planted after ground has become warm, and the weather
thoroughly settled.
Sanderae Hybrids. A splendid type in a great variety of
colors. Pkt., 5c.
NIGELLA
(Love in a Mist)
Another popular name for this fine old annual is “Devil in
the Bush.” With the blue and white flowers surrounded by a
mist of slender fibrous leaves, it is always pretty and attractive.
Of easy culture and useful for cutting.
Culture — Sow seed Vi-inch deep in open ground after weather
has become thoroughly settled, thinning out to 6 inches apart.
Damascena. Blue and white mixed. Pkt., 5c.
PANSIES
Pansies are too well known to require any description as they
are favorites with all. For best results you must start with a
good strain. The finest Pansies are, as a rule, shy seeders, which
accounts for the difference in the price of the various mixtures
offered.
Pansy seed germinates and the plants grow more freely in the
cool, early days of spring, and for summer-blooming should be
sown by the latter part of April, or early in May, in the vicinity
of Philadelphia. A soil containing a proportion of leaf mould,
well enriched with well-decayed cow manure, will be the most
satisfactory for the growing of this flower, and it should be well
dug and made fine and level.
Sow the seeds in drills, covering them not more than four times
their diameter and firming the soil well above them. The seeds
germinate in from 8 to 12 days, and should not be allowed
to dry out during this period. Covering the seed bed with news-
papers will prevent this and hasten somewhat the period of
germination.
As soon as the plants are up and large enough to handle, they
should be thinned out or transplanted to stand nine inches apart
in the rows. Thorough cultivation should be given from the
start, as Pansies will not thrive when obliged to share the beds
with a mass of weeds.
It is a mistake to plant Pansies in the shade of a tree or
buildings. An open exposure, where the wind has a free sweep
over the bed is far better, and Pansies so planted are free from
the long, straggling branches which produce few and inferior
flowers. During dry weather the bed should be watered daily,
and in extreme cases twice a day for the best results.
Seeds sown in April or May will produce blooming plants by
the last of June, which will give an abundance of flowers
throughout the remainder of the season. About the middle of
August is the best time for starting Pansy seeds for early spring
blooming, as this allows the plants to go into winter in vigorous
condition.
GIANT TRIMARDEAU PANSIES
We have discarded the ordinary Pansies in separate colors
in favor of this type which produces very large flowers, plants
of strong, robust growth and well adapted to the trying con-
ditions of our climate.
Emperor William. Ultramarine-blue with violet-purple eyes.
Very pleasing shades. Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 65c.
Fairy Queen. Bright blue, margined with pure white; large
flowers, extra fine. Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 65c.
Goldelse. Pure spotless canary-yellow. Pkt., 15c.; 3ioz.,75c.
King of the Blacks. Almost jet-black, extra large, fine
flowering. Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 65c.
Lord Beaconsfield. Top pale lavender, shading to purple-
violet on lower petals. Very large and exquisitely marked.
Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 65c.
Snow White (Candidissima). Extra fine, pure spotless white.
Pkt., 15c.; Vi oz., 75c.
Yellow (with black eye). Extra large, a splendid bedding
variety. Pkt., 15c.; Vi oz., 75c.
Collection. One pkt. each of above seven varieties, 75c.
Giant Trimardeau. A fine mixture of all colors. Pkt., 10c.;
34 oz., 50c.; oz. $1.50.
Cassier’s Giant. A grand mixture of the finest blotched
varieties; splendid in every way, being large in size and rich
in coloring. Pkt., 25c.; Vs oz., $1.25.
Mingle’s Giant Mixture. This mixture comprises a large
number of colorings and is intended to supply the want of a
first-class mixture at a moderate price. Pkt., 20c. ; Vs oz., 75c.
ORCHID-FLOWERED PANSIES
In the new Orchid-Flowered Pansies we have some rare and
exquisitely dainty shades. The new and unusual combinations
of color tones suggest the delicate tropical colors of the aristo-
cratic Orchid, which may truly be said to “beggar description.”
The flowers are gigantic in size, of perfect shape and borne on
long stems. The petals are beautifully ruffled and their velvety
texture intensifies the rich effect of the dainty shades of color.
Orchid Mixed. Rare light shades, large frilled flowers, very
attractive. Pkt., 15c.; Vs oz., 75c.
VIOLA CORNUTA
(Tufted Pansies)
While the flowers of the Tufted Pansies are not so large as the
regular type, yet they bloom so freely that they are superior to
pansies where effect is wanted, the colors being particularly clear
and distinct; they also bloom for a longer time. Seed sown in
April produces flowering plants by June, and from then on until
frost they are a sheet of bloom.
Papillo (Butterfly Violet). Lovely violet-lilac, with small,
dark eye. Pkt., 15c.
Lutea Splendens. Rich golden-yellow. Pkt., 15c.
Admiration. Large dark-blue flowers. Pkt., 20c.
Mixed. A splendid mixture of the best varieties. Pkt.,.
10c.; 34 oz., 75c.
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PASSIFLORA
(Passion Flower)
A magnificent half hardy perennial climber with beautiful
flowers, blooming luxuriantly from early summer until fall.
Culture — Sow indoors in spring, and transplant after danger
of frost has passed. Train vines along fence or trellis.
Coerulea. Sky-blue flowers. Pkt., 10c.
PENSTEMON
(Bearded Tongue)
Handsome half hardy perennials, growing about two feet high,
and are very effective for beds and borders. The flowers, bell-
shaped or tubular about two inches long, are borne on long
graceful spikes and include a wide range of colors, from pure
white to maroon with all intermediate shadings.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors in well pulverized rich soil after
ground has become warm and weather thoroughly settled, thin
out or transplant after plants have become established to prevent
crowding. May be started indoors, setting plants out in the open
after danger of frost has passed.
Mixed. A great variety of kinds and colors. Pkt., 10c.
PETUNIA
We have no better plants than the Petunias for beds and masses,
borders, window-boxes, baskets and vases. Once fairly started,
they grow almost as easily as weeds and furnish a glorious suc-
cession of bloom from early summer until frost. The large-
flowered strains are very beautiful and of almost endless variety.
Seed of the double and giant-flowered Petunias is made expen-
sive by the great amount of labor involved in hand-fertilization,
and it is well to handle seed and tiny seedlings with some care.
Culture — Sow in hotbed, coldframes, or in boxes of fine soil
in the sunny windows of a warm room in April or May, and trans-
plant about one foot apart in garden beds. Seed of the double
varieties has not so much vitality as that of single sorts and needs
a little more care in watering to be sure of germination.
SINGLE LARGE FLOWERING
Giants of California. Flowers very large, in great variety
of colors and markings with deep yellow throats. Pkt., 35c.
White. Clear paper-white flowers of unusual size. Pkt., 25c.
Single Mixed. Pkt., 10b.
SINGLE BEDDING VARIETIES
Smaller flowered sorts, most valuable for beds and masses.
Height, one foot.
Howard’s Star. Rich crimson distinct- white star in the
center, very showy and attractive. Pkt., 10c.; ps oz-> 50c.
Rosy Morn. Bright rosy-pink with white throat, very
charming, compact and free flowering, for bedding. Pkt., 10c.
Single Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; FC oz., 30c.
DOUBLE LARGE FLOWERING
Double Large Flowering. Beautiful varieties in mixture.
Pkt., 20c.
Fancy, Large Flowered, Fringed, Mixed. Flowers of
large size and beautiful shape, deep-throated and of varied and
brilliant colors beautifully fringed. Pkt., 20c.
PHLOX DRUMMONDII
The hardy annual Phloxes are dazzling in effect, particularly
so when sown in masses or ribbon beds of contrasting colors.
Few flowers are as easy to grow from seed, so pretty and compact
in habit, so quick to bloom, or give such a brilliant display of
color for so little cost and care. There are few desirable colors
beyond their range, and if given good soil and plenty of water,
they will furnish a long supply of delicate flowers.
Culture — For pot culture dwarf varieties are valuable and
as an undergrowth for tall, bare-stemmed plants they are also
valuable. The first sowings should be made as soon as the frost
is out of the ground in spring, later ones in May, either where the
plants are to bloom, or in a seed-bed, as the Phlox transplants
readily. In transplanting set the taller kinds about a foot apart;
if planted too thickly they suffer from mildew. Cutting away
the flowers and seed-pods makes the plants more bushy and
compact, and lengthens their blooming time. Average height,
one foot.
GRANDIFLORA VARIETIES
This section has beautiful, round-petaled flowers, larger than
in the older sorts; showy and constant, blooming in the greatest
profusion from early summer to frost. Our strain is far superior
to that ordinarily sold.
Alba. Pure white flowers, borne in great profusion. Pkt., 10c.
Crimson. Bright color “ “
Coccinea. Large brilliant scarlet, very free flower-
ing “ “
Primrose. Cream color, very fine “ 15c.
Rosia. Rose color “ 10c.
Violacea “ “
Grandiflora Mixed. Contains a mixture of all colors and
makes a very showy border or bed. Pkt., 5c.; p£ oz., 30c.
STAR PHLOX
Of dwrarf habit with very pretty star-shaped flowers. A novel
variety.
Cuspidata Mixed. All colors, very fine. Pkt., 10c.; oz.,
40c.
Periwinkle. See Vinca, page 52.
Pinks. See Dianthus, page 41.
POPPY
(Papaver)
Before tulips are fairly gone our gardens begin to be gay with
Poppies. Few flow-ers have the same grace of stem, airiness of
poise, and delicacy of tissue. For beds and borders, with a
back ground of green, there is nothing finer. Some sorts are
admirable for naturalizing in open w-ooded grounds; others, like
the Shirley, are beautiful for cutting.
Culture — A sandy loam suits Poppies best, and, as their
strong tap-roots are difficult to transplant, it is well to sow the
seed w-here the plants are to bloom. Sowings made in fall and
at intervals in spring will provide a long succession of flowers.
Sow thinly, covering very lightly, and thin the plants to stand
about a foot apart. The best plants are those grown from early
sowdngs w-hile the soil is cool and moist.
SINGLE ANNUAL POPPIES
Shirley. A splendid strain of annual poppies of the greatest
variety of colors. They range in color from the purest white
through the delicate shades of pale pink, rose, and carmine to
the deepest crimson and deep red. Of easy culture and very-
free bloomers.
Shirley Single Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; x/i oz., 20c.
Admiral. A single peony-flowered variety' of surpassing
beauty, having large, smooth-edged flowers of glistening white,
with a broad band of brilliant scarlet round the top. These
two colors form a striking contrast, and w-hen planted in groups
produce a magnificent effect. Pkt., 10c.; Ft oz., 20c.
Danebrog, or Danish Cross. Very showy variety', producing
large flowers of brilliant scarlet, with a silvery- white spot on
each petal, forming a white cross. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
King Edward. A new variety of gorgeous coloring, being a
deep scarlet, shaded crimson-red, each petal marked with a
large black blotch for half its length from the base, against
which the y-ellow anthers stand out in bold relief. The plant
grow-s 2p£ feet high, and produces its very large flowers with
great freedom. Pkt., 10c.; F£ oz., 25c.
Tulip Poppy ( Papaver Glaucum.). One of the most brilliant;
the flowers are three inches across and closely resemble the
brilliant Scarlet Gesneriana Tulip. Height tw-o feet. Pkt.,
10c.; F£ oz., 30c.
Single Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
DOUBLE ANNUAL POPPIES
American Flag. A beautiful variety, large double snow-
w'hite flowers bordered with scarlet. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 45c.
“Mikado” (The Striped Japanese Poppy-). This beautiful
Poppy is very distinct in character and color. The flowers are
brilliant scarlet and white w-ith elegantly- curved petals, resembling
a Japanese Chrysanthemum. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 30c.
Carnation, Flowered. Splendid double-fringed flowers, all
colors mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
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HARDY PERENNIAL POPPIES
Orientate (The Large Oriental Poppy). A charming summer-
flowering hardy plant, producing numerous leafy stems about
iy2 feet high, with large deep crimson flowers; having a conspic-
uous black blotch on each petal, exceedingly showy. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 30c.
Nudicaule (Iceland Poppy). These hardy perennials flower
the first year from seed, blooming almost as quickly as the
annual sort. They are of graceful, neat habit, with bright green
fernlike foliage, formed in tufts, from which issue slender stalks
about 12 inches high, bearing their brilliant flowers in endless
profusion; most useful for cutting, for which purpose pick when
in bud, and, if the seed pods are picked off, continue in flower
the entire season. They remain evergreen throughout the winter,
coming into bloom early the following spring.
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 25c.
PORTULACA
This charming little hardy annual is unrivaled for brilliancy
among bedding plants. Through the driest, hottest seasons it
flourishes amazingly, carpeting the ground with a mat of succu-
lent foliage that in the afternoon is hidden by gayest of flowers.
Fine for massing in beds, edging rockwork and frequently used
to cover sunny banks. As an undergrowth for taller plants it
is also valuable.
Culture — The seed does not germinate until hot weather, and
should be sown late, plants require little care and can be trans-
planted in full flower. A good plan is to mix the seed with
three or four times as much sand or dry earth to get a more even
distribution in sowing.
SINGLE VARIETIES
Single White Pkt., 10c.
“ Yellow
“ Red “
“ Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 20c.
DOUBLE VARIETIES
These flowers are so full and perfect as to resemble tiny roses,
increasing in size and beauty as the season progresses.
Double Yellow Pkt., 15c.
“ Rose “
“ Scarlet “
“ White “
“ Mixed. A splendid assortment of all colors. Pkt., 10c.;
34 oz., 60c.
PRIMULA
(Primrose)
The Primula stands in the front rank among greenhouse
plants and is fine for winter and spring blooming. It is free
flowering and is especially valuable for cut flowers and for house
and window culture. A cool place suits it best.
Culture — Sow the seed in drills in a light rich soil in shallow
boxes at any time from the middle of March to the end of May,
the earliest seed sown will naturally produce the first blooms.
Cover the seed about 34 inch and press the soil on them with a
bottom of a pot or a board. Water moderately, avoid forcing
the seed. The plants must be well ventilated, well watered and
slightly shaded.
CHINESE PRIMROSE
Crimson King. Crimson, fine shade, beautifully fringed.
Pkt., 35c.
Alba Magnifica. Pure white fringed, extra choice. Pkt., 25c.
Rosy Morn. Beautiful soft pink color, very large blooms,
solid and erect, extra free flowering and extremely attractive.
Pkt., 40c.
Stellata Mixed. A very pretty form with large heads of
star-shaped flowers of various colors, splendid for decorative
purposes. Pkt., 25c.
Chinese Mixed. Contains a mixture of the finest fringed
large flowering sorts. Pkt., 25c.
PYRETHRUM
Showy, hardy perennial growdng two feet in height with most
brilliant and lasting flowers. P. Aureum is the well-known
variety so much used for edging, bedding, and borders.
Culture— Sow seed outdoors early in the spring. May be
started indoors for early flowering.
Parthenfolium Aureum (Golden Feather). Yellow, fern-
like leaves, fine for edgings. Height about eight inches. Pkt., 5c.;
34 oz., 25c.
Single Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Double Mixed. Pkt., 25c.
RHODANTHE
A charming half hardy annual, valuable for pot culture or
for the garden. Flowers are everlasting, much prized for winter
bouquets. Glaucous-gray foliage.
Culture — Sow thinly in boxes of fine soil under glass, and
transplant after ground has become warm and weather settled,
setting plants about nine inches apart.
The flowers should be cut before they are fully expanded
and dried slowly, hung stem ends up, keeping them out of the
sun.
Maculata Rose. Rose with dark center Pkt., 10c.
“ Alba. Pure white “
Mixed “ 5c.
RICINUS
(Castor Oil Bean)
Picturesquely showy and imposing, the Ricinus gives to the
garden magnificent semi-tropical effects. Grown as a specimen
it makes a perfect pyramid of gigantic leaves; a dozen plants
in a large bed show a glorious mound of glistening colors and
may be admired from a long distance; planted thickly it soon
forms a handsome screen or hedge.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors when all danger of frost is over,
sow two inches deep, about three feet apart. Seed may be
started under glass and later transplanted.
Zanzibariensis Mixed. A distinct class which surpasses in
size and beauty all varieties. The different varieties included
in our mixture have light and dark green leaves and some of
coppery-bronze changing to dark green, with reddish ribs. The
seeds are beautifully marked. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
SALVIA
(Flowering Sage)
A standard bedding plant that keeps the garden bright with
color until late in autumn. For pot culture, for cutting and
for borders, etc., it is very valuable.
Culture — Start plants indoors, in February or March, and
transplant to the garden about May 15th. May be taken indoors
in the fall as a house plant.
SPLENDENS
(Scarlet Sage)
These are the well-known bedders, single plants of which carry
many long flaming flower spikes open at one time, keeping up
the display until frost.
Grandiflora. A rich-flowered bedder, long spikes. Height,
three feet. Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 60c.
Bon Fire. Our well-known compact Salvia, the freest bloom-
ing of all, seemingly on fire all the time with dense flaming
scarlet spikes. Height, two feet. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 75c.
SALPIGLOSSIS
(Painted Tongue)
Half hardy annuals bearing beautiful funnel-shaped flowers,
having dark veins on a ground which varies from white to
crimson, yellow, orange, etc., and intermediate shades. Very
effective in beds, borders, or edgings. Height, two feet.
Culture — Start seed in March, indoors, for early flowering.
Set outdoors in May one foot apart each way. Begins to bloom
in August and continues until frost.
Rose and Gold Pkt., 10c.
Violet
Yellow “ it
Niagra. Very dark
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 40c.
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SCABIOSA
(Mourning Bride — Pincushion Flower)
Well-known hardy annuals, its great abundance and long
succession of richly colored cone or pin cushion shaped blossoms,
borne on long stems make it one of the most decorative of all
garden flowers. The flower stems are long and the blossoms
last for about a week after being cut. Height, two to three feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors in good rich soil after all danger
of frost has passed, thinning out to two feet apart or transplant
to prevent crowding. If started indoors young plants should
not be set out until the ground has become warm and weather
thoroughly settled.
LARGE FLOWERED DOUBLE
Azure Fairy. Light blue Pkt., 10c.
Flesh * “
Fiery Scarlet “ “
Lilac “
Royal Purple. Very dark purple “
Snowball “
Collection. Pkt. each of above sorts, 50c.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; Vi oz., 20c.; oz., 60c.
Scarlet Runner Beans. See Pole Beans, page 10.
SCHIZANTHUS
(Butterfly Flower)
Wonderfully showy annuals; very decorative for garden beds
and unsurpassed in pots for the conservatory, where by successive
sowing a continuous display may be enjoyed almost the year
round. The plants are of compact, branchy growth, 1)4 to 2
feet high, and are literally sheeted with exquisite, butterfly-like
flowers which include beautiful new color combinations.
Culture — Seed may be sown indoors, but usually sown in
the garden where plants are to remain.
Wisetonensis Hybrids, Large-flowering, Mixed Colors.
Beautiful colors and combinations in great variety. Pkt., 15c.
Sensitive Plant. See Mimosa, page 45.
STOCKS
Stocks have good habit, fine leaves, beautiful and fragrant
flowers, a long season of bloom and adaptability to many con-
ditions of culture. They are unsurpassed for edging, borders, or
for pot culture and for cutting. Average height, 1 to 1)4 feet.
Culture — For early flowers, sow seed under glass in March
or April, transplanting the seedlings when an inch high into
other pots or boxes, or into fine soil spread over some discarded
hot bed. In May transfer to garden beds of deep rich soil,
setting the plants one foot apart. Transplanting several times
in the early stages of growth tends to make the plants more
dwarf and compact. For later flowers, seed may be sown in the
open in May. If plants that begin to bloom late are carefully
potted in the fall, they will flower finely all winter in a house that
is moderately cool and moist.
DOUBLE FLOWERING DWARF TEN-WEEK STOCKS
Early maturing, large flowering, particularly suited for pot
culture, beds or edging. Height, eight inches.
Canary Yellow Pkt., 10c.
Crimson “ “
Dark Blue “
Rose “ “
White “
Collection. Pkt. each of above five sorts, 40c.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 10c.; V£ oz., $1.00.
DRESDEN PERPETUAL OR CUT AND COME AGAIN
STOCKS
Excellent for cutting, very fine for outdoor planting.
Canary Yellow Pkt., 10c.
Crimson “
Rose “
Violet “
White “
SILENE
(Catchfly)
An easy growing hardy annual, very free flowering, producing
dense clusters of pink, white and red blossoms. The plant is
covered with a glutinous moisture from which flies cannot
disengage themselves, hence the name. Height, 18 inches.
Culture — Seed should be planted in the open ground after
danger of frost is past, or may be started indoors, transplanting
to the open as soon as warm weather appears. A rich garden
soil, liberally enriched with manure is best.
Mixed. Red, white and pink shades. Pkt., 5c.
SMILAX
A graceful climbing plant with small, beautiful, glossy green
foliage which is used for table decoration and with bouquets.
Culture — Soak seed in warm water for 24 hours before plant-
ing, as it germinates slowly. Even then it requires eight weeks
before the plant appears. May be planted in pots or baskets.
Pkt., 10c.
Snapdragon. See Antirrhinum, page 34.
Snow on the Mountain. See Euphorbia, page 42.
STOKESIA
(Cornflower Aster)
This popular hardy perennial bears large lavender colored
cornflower-like blossoms which continue in bloom all summer.
Useful for borders, beds, also fine for cutting.
Culture — Start plants indoors and transplant to the garden
in May not closer than eight inches apart. May be, also, started
indoors and later transplanted after weather has become settled.
Cyanea. Blue flowers. Pkt., 10c.
Collection. Pkt. each of above five sorts, 40c.
Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 10c.; oz., $1.25.
Strawflower. See Helichrysum, page 43.
Summer Cypress. See Kochia Trichophvlla, page 44.
Sunflower. See Helianthus, page 43.
Swan River Daisy. See Brachycome, page 36.
SWEET PEAS
Every garden should have a row of Sweet Peas. A nice
row of them will provide you with a beautiful bouquet day
after day. Plant them early, give them good rich soil, pick
the blossoms every day and you will be richly rewarded for
your trouble.
Culture — Sweet Peas do best in good, rich soil that is inclined
to be a little clayey. Fall is the best time to prepare the soil,
especially if manure is used. Pea vines like moist soil and often
the heat originated by the manure combined with the heat
from the sun is too much for the vines. They turn yellow
and die. Use a good commercial fertilizer or else apply the
manure in the fall. Dig a trench a foot deep and about 16 inches
wide and mix in this about six inches of top soil with good
manure or commercial fertilizer. Plant the seeds in this trench
in two rows, dropping the seeds about two inches apart. Cover
about two inches deep and then gradually fill the trench as the
plants grow. The trench should be made so the water will drain
off. The seed should be planted just as early in the spring as
possible, as late sowing produces rank growth but few flowers.
Provide a trellis, wire or brush for the vines to climb on and
pick the flowers every day. An application of bone dust and
nitrate of soda will hasten the blooming time.
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SPENCER SWEET PEAS
PRIMROSE
Dobbie’s Cream. The largest and best strain of “Primrose
Spencer” flowers. Large, of splendid substance, magnificently
waved. Color; Cream-yellow. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.;
l/4 lb., $1.15.
RED
King Edward Spencer. A beautiful rich carmine-scarlet of
largest size and beautifully waved. A strong, vigorous grower,
bearing its flowers on long strong stems. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.;
i/4 lb., $1.15.
The President. A glowing orange-scarlet, surpassing all in
its class, its coloring equaling the oriental poppy. Flowers of
largest size and beautifully waved. Extra fine. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
Vermilion Brilliant. Bright scarlet of largest size and best
Spencer form. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; *4 lb., $1.15.
BLUE AND PURPLE
Royal Purple. Rich, wavy, rosy-purple flowers of immense
size. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; V4 lb., $1.15.
Wedge wood. Bright silvery-blue. A beautiful and popular
color. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; *4 lb., $1.15.
Blue Monarch. A splendid dark blue self of large size and
good substance. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; *4 lb., $1.15.
ORANGE AND SALMON PINK
Lewis. Orange-pink with bright orange standard. Very
showy. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; *4 lb., $1.15.
Illuminator. Rich salmony-orange overlaid with bright
cerise-pink. The effect being a light orange-scarlet. Flowers of
large size. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; J/4 lb., $1.15.
Mrs. Hugh Dickson. Beautiful salmon-pink and cream
ground. Color effect a rich apricot. Extra fine. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
MAROON
Othello Spencer. Rich, deep maroon Pkt., 10c. ; oz., 35c. ;
1/4 lb., $1.15.
LAVENDER
Asta Ohn. Soft pinkish-lavender self. Very large and wavy.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
Margaret Madison. A soft clear azure-blue self. Flowers
of good substance and very large. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.;
Vi lb., $1.15.
WHITE
King White. Hailed as the King of Whites, because of the
perfect finish of the flower in every detail, form, size, waviness
and glistening immaculate whiteness. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.;
Vi lb., $1.15.
Constance Hinton. Splendid large wavy white flowers of
giant size and perfect form, beautifully waved. A good strong
grower and very free flowering. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.;
Vi lb., $1.15.
PINK
Apple Blossom Spencer. Standard bright rose color, wings
creamy blush. A very robust, profuse and large flowering
“bicolor.” Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; Vi lb. 1 $1.15.
Margaret Atlee. Standard bright rose color, wings white,
slightly flushed with pink flowers of largest size and beautifully
waved. Extra fine. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
Countess Spencer. A lovely clear pink, shading deeper at
the edges. Flowers of enormous size and very wavy. A strong
vigorous grower bearing its giant flowers on long strong stems.
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
STRIPED
American Spencer. A very beautiful flaked variety. The
ground color is ivory-white. Beautifully striped with brilliant
crimson-red. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; Vi lb., $1.15.
SPENCER MIXED
Mingle’s Superb Spencer Mixture. A combination
blended by ourselves of the most beautiful and gigantic in size.
This unsurpassed mixture includes all the best Spencer sorts.
Great attention being given to secure a beautiful mixture and
yet include all shades nicelv balanced. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
V4 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
Collection Offer. Twelve packets of the above Spencer
Sweet Peas — your selection $1.00.
DWARF CUPID SWEET PEAS
Compact plants growing six inches high, and forming a line of
emerald-green foliage a foot wide. From early June until late
summer a sheet of bloom.
Finest Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; V4 lb.,
30c.; lb., $1.00.
GRANDIFLORA SWEET PEAS
The grandiflora is the well-known type which has been grown
for many years. The flowers are not quite as large as the Spencer
sorts, but are easier grown and less expensive. We offer the
best grandiflora sorts.
Blanche Ferry. Rose and white.
Captain of the Blues. Standard purple. Wings blue.
Dorothy Eckford. Large pure white.
Hon. Mrs. Kenyon. Primrose-yellow.
Janet Scott. Bright pink and buff.
King Edward. Bright crimson-scarlet.
Lady Grisel Hamilton. Silver-lavender.
Lord Nelson. Deep navy-blue.
Miss Wilmot. Orange and salmon pink.
Collection Offer. One packet each of the above nine varieties,
$1.00.
Price: Any of the above varieties, pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; V4 lb.
50c.; lb., $1.75.
Mingle’s Grandiflora Mixture. A superb mixture containing
only the finest grandiflora varieties blended with the greatest
care so as to produce the best color effect. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.;
V4 lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
Mulford Cultures. An ideal preparation for treating
Sweet Pea seed when planting. Makes larger and more
flowers, longer stems; prolongs the blooming period.
Garden size, 35c.
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SWEET ROCKET
(Hesperis)
Favorite hardy perennials, very effective in the garden border.
The plants form large clumps, two to three feet in height, covered
with showy terminal spikes of flowers resembling stocks. The
colors range from white through lilac to pink and purple, splendid
for cut flowers.
Culture — Seeds may be sown outdoors in spring so that plants
will bloom during late summer and fall, or started in early fall,
plants will produce a profusion of blooms the following spring
and summer.
Plants should have a light mulch of manure for protection
during the winter.
Mixed Colors. Pkt., 5c.
Sweet Sultan. See Centaurea Imperialis, page 38.
SWEET WILLIAM
(Dianthus Barbatus)
For many years the Sweet William has been esteemed as one
of our finest hardy garden plants, being of easy culture, thriving
in any good garden soil, and lasting for years. The best varieties
of Sweet Williams are of exceedingly beautiful colors and the
large fragrant flowers are borne in trusses of great size. They
make a splendid show as a border flower and last well as cut
flowers.
Culture — Sow seed early in spring when danger of frost is
over, in rich, mellow soil, covering the seed about inch with
fine pressed soil, well pressed down. When two inches high thin
to six inches apart. Seed can also be sown in fall. There are
usually no flowers until the second season, unless started very
early under glass and transplanted when blooms may be had in
autumn. Old roots may be divided and reset each spring.
Scarlet Beauty. Large single flowers of intense scarlet.
Pkt., 10c.
Pink Beauty. Large single flowers of pure pink. Pkt., 10c.
Hunts Perfection. Single flowered, various shades with
white eye and white bordered. Pkt., 5c.
White. Pkt., 5c.
Giant Double Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; % oz., 50c.
Tassel Flower. See Cacalia, page 37.
THUNBERGIA
(Black Eyed Susan)
A very pretty, rapidly growing, tender climber, that is
usually grown as an annual. Useful for hanging baskets, vases,
trellises, window boxes, etc. Height, six feet.
Culture — Sow seed outdoors early in spring, no special care
required.
Mixed. Flowers, white, orange, and buff shades. Pkt., 5c.
TRITOMA
(Red-Hot Poker Plant)
This splendid half hardy perennial, also known as the Torch
Lily, should be given a prominent place among hardy bedding
plants. Easily grown from seed, many flowering the first year.
Large gorgeous spikes of bloom resembling a red-hot poker.
Grandiflora. Flowers scarlet, orange, and yellow, on a very
prominent spike. Pkt., 10c.
VERBENA
Few flowers are more deserving of a place in the garden than
the Verbena. For beds, borders, mounds, vases, and window
boxes they are particularly fine. May also be used for an under-
growth for tall plants. They produce large clusters of showy
and often fragrant flowers in great profusion in constant succes-
sion from June until frost.
Culture — For early flowering plants should be started indoors;
otherwise sow seed outdoors in April or May and thin out or
transplant not closer than 18 inches apart, as the plants will
cover the ground. Hardy annual.
MAMMOTH VERBENAS
The trusses and individual flowers are of the largest size of
brilliant colors, free blooming, and of vigorous habit.
Mammoth White. Dense heads of finely
shaped pure white flowers. Pkt., 10c.; J4oz- 45c.
“ Purple. Deep purple “
“ Scarlet. Brightest scarlet. “
“ Blue “ “ “ “
“ Pink “ “ “ “
Collection. One Pkt. each of above five varieties, 40c.
Mammoth Mixed. Flowers of large size in beautiful shades
of white, scarlet, blue, purple, and rose. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
VINCA
(Madagascar Periwinkle)
Handsome free-flowering evergreen shrub with dark glossy,
green foliage, and handsome flowers that bloom luxuriantly and
most profusely all summer. Useful for bedding or borders, a
fine cut flower, every bud opening when placed in water.
Culture — It is best to start the seed early indoors or in a
hot-bed, but they begin flowering, from seed sown outdoors, in
May or as soon as the ground is warm, continuing until frost,
or they may be potted in the fall and kept in bloom during the
winter. Height, two feet.
Rosea Mixed. All the colors. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.
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VIOLETS
(Sweet Scented)
Well known hardy perennial plants, much prized for spring
blooming. Very fragrant and hardy doing best in a cool, moist
location. Violet seed takes a long time to germinate.
Culture — Seeds may be sown outdoors early in spring so
that plants will bloom during late summer and fall, or started
in early fall, plants will produce a profusion of blooms the
following spring and summer.
Plants should have a light mulch of manure for protection
during winter.
Viola Odorata. Large dark blue. Pkt., 10c.
WALLFLOWER
Wallflowers should be better knowm. Their adaptability for
pot culture and outdoor bedding and the peculiar sweet fragrance
of their flowers should win favor. The oriental coloring of the
flowers in their rich reds and yellows is very effective. They are
easily grown and last long as cut flowrers. Half hardy perennial.
Height, two feet.
Culture — Sow seed indoors February or March and pot when
two inches high. Set outdoors May 15th, twelve inches apart. In
September remove indoors and plants wall bloom all wdnter. Will
not winter outdoors in the northern states.
Cloth of Gold. Golden-yellowr, large single flower-
ing Pkt., 10c.
Goliath. A splendid single variety; flowers of a
rich shining-red with a black-velvety sheen .... “
Single Mixed. All colors Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 20c.
Double Finest Mixed Pkt., 15c.
ZINNIA
(Youth and Old Age)
The well-known bush-like plants of Zinnias produce a pro-
fusion of large double flowers borne on stiff stems. They are
much used for bedding and are suitable for borders and for cutting.
There is much satisfaction in a bed of Zinnias with their
twdsted and recurved petalled flowers in many bright colors,
and when nearly every other flower has been killed by frost
this plant is still in full bloom. Few flowers are more easily
growm or bloom more abundantly throughout the season, and
the wide range of color is not less remarkable than their unusual
depth and richness.
Wild Cucumber. See Echinocystis, page 41.
WILD FLOWER GARDEN
A mixture of easily growm annual flowers which will furnish
a profusion of blooms throughout the season, without the atten-
tion necessary for more formal plantings. This mixture wall be
found invaluable for the decoration of children’s gardens, shrub-
beries along fences, and on embankments, and wrill convert
many an unsightly spot into a place of beauty.
Culture — Sow seed broadcast in spring covering lightly with
fine soil.
Mixture. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.; 34 lb., 75c.
Woolflower. See Celosia Childsi, page 38.
XERANTHEMUM
(Everlasting or Immortelle)
This well-known hardy annual is one of the oldest and prettiest
of the everlasting flowers and in wdnter bouquets retain their
color and form for yearsi
Culture — Seed may be sowm in the open ground early in May,
growing readily in any open sunny position remaining in bloom
from early summer till frost. Height about 3 feet.
Pkt., 10c.; M oz., 30c.
Culture — Sow the seed early in spring in open ground in good
rich soil preferably in rows one and one-half feet apart and
covering about one-fourth inch deep. When the young plants
are one to two inches high thin to six inches apart. Half hardy
annual, tall growing, usually about one and one-half to twro feet
high.
GIANT DOUBLE
An improved strain which produces immense double flowers
3 to 4 inches in diameter in an extremely wide range of colors.
The plants are hardy, of very vigorous growth, often 3 feet high
and remain in bloom from early summer until killed by frost.
Giant Double Crimson Pkt., 10c.; 34 oz., 30c.
“ “ Golden-Yellow “
“ “ Orange “
“ “ Flesh-Pink “ “ “ “
“ “ Purple “
“ “ Scarlet “ “ “ “
“ “ Salmon “ 15c. “ 40c.
“ “ Sulphur-Yellow “ 10c. “ 30c.
“ “ White “
Collection Offer. One pkt., each of the above
nine varieties 80c.
Giant Double Mixed. A choice mixture of the
above varieties Pkt., 5c.; 34 oz., 40c.; oz., $1.25.
ELEGANS DWARF DOUBLE
Elegans Double Golden-Yellow Pkt., 5c.; 3d? oz. ,15c.
“ “ Flesh-Pink “
“ “ Orange
“ “ Purple
“ “ Scarlet
“ “ White
Double Mixed
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LARGE FLOWERING CANNAS
The CANNA has long been one of the most popular of bedding
GREEN-FOLIAGED CANNAS
Pink
CITY OF PORTLAND — A wonderful bright rosy-pink, much
deeper in color than Mrs. Alfred Conard or Hungaria, a free-
flowering vigorous grower ; 3 H feet. Ea.,20c.; doz., $2.00.
MRS. ALFRED CONARD — One of the very best Cannas in
commerce today. The large exquisitely shaded-salmon pink
flowers are produced in great abundance on robust upright
stalks; 4 feet. Ea., 20c.; doz., $2.00.
MORNING GLOW. — A color contrast of more than usual
picturesqueness; foliage an olive green striped, and veined with
bronze. Flowers exquisite, soft shell pink with orange-red center;
3K feet. Ea., 25c.; doz., $2.50.
ROSEA GIGANTEA — Rich soft rose-pink flowers of gigantic
size; a prolific bloomer. The large broad petals and the massive
heads of bloom invariably create a sensation; 33^ feet. Ea.,
25c.; doz., $2.50.
Red
METEOR — Magnificent bedding variety with massive erect
trusses of deep blood-red flowers, produced with a freedom that
leaves nothing to be desired. The best deep red large-flowered
Canna; 5 feet. Ea., 20c.; doz., $2.00.
FIERY CROSS — Color, vivid scarlet shading to crimson.
So firm are the glistening petals that they do not wilt in the
brightest sun. The foliage is beautiful lustrous blue-green. It
is entirely free from blight and disease; 4 feet. Ea., 20c. ; doz.,
$2.00.
THE PRESIDENT — When the Canna Firebird was introduced
its immense florets and bright red color insured its immediate
popularity. In offering the President we may best describe it as
possessing all the good qualities of Firebird, enhanced by extra-
ordinary vigor and perfect healthy foliages. It grows to a height
of 5 feet, and produces its immense trusses of giant florets in
great profusion. The most sensational introduction of recent
years. Ea., 35c.; doz., $3.50.
WINTZER’S COLOSSAL— Without a doubt the largest-
flowered Canna yet produced. Flowers of vivid scarlet, some-
times measuring eight inches across; 5 feet. Ea., 20c.; doz.,
$2.00.
plants. The old varieties had very small flowers and were
planted simply for the effect of the beautiful foliage.
The new varieties are doubly attractive as they have not only
the same beauty of foliage but also immense flowers of the most
striking colors. If you have never grown any of these new
orchid flowered Cannas you will be wonderfully surprised at
their beauty.
Cannas do well in almost any kind of soil, but they well repay
liberal treatment. For the best results they should be planted in
good loam that has been well mixed with an abundant supply of
well-rotted stable or other manure. The beds should be spaded
2 feet deep, or more, and the soil well pulverized. Water should
be applied abundantly at all times, but good drainage is essential.
Cannas are most effective when planted in masses, either alone
or in combination with salvia (scarlet sage) and bordered with
coleus or other dwarf-growing bedding plants. They are also
frequently used with some of the tall-growing ornamental grasses,
with which striking combinations can often be secured. They do
best in sunny situations, and should be set out about two feet
apart each way. The bulbs should not be planted outdoors until
the soil is thoroughly warm, as they will rot in cold soil.
are Dormant Roots
Yellow’
GOLDEN EAGLE — A grand clear golden-yellow, of free upright
growth. The flowers are produced in large clusters well above
the foliage; 4 feet. Ea., 20c.; doz., $2.00.
ORANGE BEDDER — Color a bright orange with enough
scarlet suffusion to intensify the dazzling mass of color; 4 feet.
Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.25.
YELLOW KING HUMBERT— Like King Humbert in habit
of growth and flowering, and produces golden-yellow flowers,
blotched red; 4 feet. Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.25.
White
EUREKA — Our own introduction and the best white Canna
for all purposes. The large substantial flowers are very freely
produced on strong, vigorous plants; 4)^ feet. Ea., 15c.;
doz., $1.25.
FLAG OF TRUCE — A large-flowered, creamy-white with faint
pink dots on each petal. The general effect is white. Not as
white nor as tall as Eureka, but quite distinct and valuable; 4
feet. Ea., 20c.; doz., $2.00.
BRONZE-FOLIAGED CANNAS
Red
KING HUMBERT— The most popular Canna. Great orange-
scarlet flowers surmount the vigorous dark bronze foliage through-
out the season; 5 feet. Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.25.
WYOMING — A splendid bedder, with bright orange flowers,
I on 6-foot massive purplish-bronze foliage, making a strong con-
trast. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
HARMONY — -Great clusters of good-sized, well-formed gera-
nium-red flowers arranged on good stems in such a manner as to
give the trusses an almost globular appearance. Carmine-bronze
foliage; 3J4 feet. Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.25.
Pink
SHENANDOAH — Flowers salmon-pink borne in large clusters,
foliage rich ruby-red; 4 feet. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
Yellow
SAN DIEGO — Chinese-orange or Persian yellow. The crimped
petals are remarkable for substance, which enables them to
withstand the hot summer sun without wilting. Another charm
is the dark bronze color of the buds, which harmonize with the
rich bronze foliage; 4 feet. Ea., 25c.; doz., $2.50.
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DAHLIAS
Dahlias will grow in almost any kind of soil, but it should not be too rich. The soil should be plowed or spaded deeply as early
as possible and then again just before planting. If it is already fertile, use no manure or fertilizer. If it is poor, broadcast any kind
of manure before the first spading. If manure is not obtainable, use some good fertilizer, not too rich in Ammonia or Nitrogen.
Apply this at the rate of one-half ton to the acre.
There is a good deal of difference in opinion as to the proper time to plant. Formerly everybody planted dahlias as early as
possible. Lately many authorities recommend planting as late as July 1st. It is often difficult, however, to keep the roots in good
condition so late. Plant the roots four to six inches deep and two to four feet apart. Allow but one stalk to the root; cut the others
off. If you wish, you can make new plants from these sprouts, as they root in soil very readily.
The* soil around the roots of dahlias should never be allowed to crust. Cultivate deeply until the buds begin to open. After
this, one to two inches. By this method plants may be successfully carried through very dry summers.
' The roots should be stored in cool cellars away from furnace heat.
Our counter displays during September and October attract much favorable
attention, at which time many buyers make selection.
FLAME. Flaming red; cheery and effective. Each, 25c.
GENERAL B CALLER. Rich velvety crimson, variegated:
white tips. Very free bloomer. Each, 15c.
GOLDEN WEST. This is a California variety that is in a
class by itself, in its color — the rich golden, bronzy -yellow^
with the scarlet shading at the base of the petals and the center.
It is a wonderful grower, strong and sturdy, with heavy, clean,
healthy leaves, and branching habit, producing the large flowers
freely on long stiff stems. The flower is large, six to eight inches
across, the outer petals reflexing somewhat, and a full high
center, making it very deep. It is the greatest seller as a cut
flower, a winner for exhibition, and a wonder as a garden plant.
Should be in every collection. Each, SI. 00.
GOLDEN GATE. Flowers often eight inches across, bright
golden-yellow; a first class dahlia in every- respect. Each, 25c.
J. H. JACKSON. Still one of the best and most reliable of the
so-called black dahlias; rich velvety maroon, with white tip,
the darkest one known. A fine large flower and a free bloomer.
Each, 20c.
KALIF. A truly majestic flower, frequently measuring over
nine inches in diameter, of perfect cactus form, in color a pure
scarlet. The habit of the plant is all that can be desired, growing
with us about 4 Y2 feet high; the gigantic flowers, which are
produced very* freely, are held erect on strong stiff stems, making
it a most effective and useful variety for cutting as well as for
garden decoration. Each, 60c.
LIBELLA. A beautiful purple, one that you will appreciate.
Each, 20c.
MARJORIE CASTLETON. The best standard pink cactus
dahlia. It is much softer than most of the pinks, and is an early,
continuous bloomer. The color is soft rosy pink, tinting lighter
toward the centre. It is a Very rapid grower, with good stems and
keeps well after cutting. Each, 35c.
MARGUERITE BOUCHON. Magnificent shade of brilliant,
y-et soft rose, with very large white centre, and distinctly
defined white tips. Each, 30c.
MRS. WARNAAR. One of the best of the Holland produc-
tions. Of mammoth size, fine form and substance. Color,
creamy-white with apple blossom suffusion. An acquisition.
Each, 50c.
PROFESSOR MANSFIELD. A remarkably7 large variegated
dahlia. Flowers are of sparkling y-ellow, with clear white tips.
A tinge of rosy-red is noticeable toward the centre. A free
bloomer. Each, 25c.
PINK PEARL. Deep hollyhock-pink, gradually shading to
white at the tip of the petals, the effect being a soft rosy-pink;
flowers of medium size and good form. Each, 30c.
QUEEN OF HEARTS. A beautiful white. Large flowers,
free bloomer. Each, 25c.
ROSY MORN. Carmine rose. A very- pretty flower and a
free bloomer. Fine for cutting. Each, 25c.
SEQUOIA. Deep saffron-yellow, suffused withered. A free
bloomer and will give entire satisfaction. Each, 25c.
WODAN. Old gold at centre, shading to salmon-rose. This
variety- is in a class by itself, in-so-far as it is an extremely
vigorous, almost rampant, grower, producing the big^ flowers
profusely on very- long stems. One of the best. Each, 75c.
Cactus Dahlia
Cactus Dahlias
CANDEUR. Beautiful white, very- rich; an extra good one.
Each, 35c.
COUNTESS OF LONSDALE. Salmon tinted apricot. The
flowers are large and double of perfect form. A free bloomer.
Each, 25c.
CRYSTAL. One of the very- finest, clear soft pink cactus.
Flowers are of large size with long narrow incurved petals and
full centers. A strong vigorous grower and profuse bloomer.
An excellent variety for exhibition and garden. Each, 40c.
EDITH CARTER. A soft bright yellow, suffused and
heavily- tipped bright rosy--carmine. Of fine form, good size
and produced freely on long stiff stems. An unusually- lovely
variety. The plant is an early, free and continuous bloomer.
Each, 60c.
ETENDARD DE LYON. Every-one stops to admire this
beautiful carmine-rose giant, which we consider one of the finest
varieties for garden decoration. The flowers are distinct in
shape from all others; the petals are broad, curled and wavy,
and form a flower fully six inches in diameter and four inches
deep, a very large flower, y-et without any stiffness or formality-;
its color is a rich carmine-rose, or Roy-al-purple, with a brilliant
suffusion difficult to describe. Each, 50c.
F. W. FELLOWS. Flowers of immense size. Composed of
numerous long narrow incurved petals of a lively orange-scarlet.
This is one of the largest and finest autumn shade varieties.
Should be in every collection. Each, 85c.
FRANCES WHITE. Pure white, shading to sulphur-white
at centre. One of the finest white cactus dahlias grown. Each,
30c.
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Hybrid Cactus
ATTRACTION. A beautiful dahlia that is greatly admired.
The flowers, which measure fully six inches in diameter, are
composed of gracefully arranged curled or twisted petals of a
lively, yet soft silvery mauve-rose, with white suffusion.
Each, 85c.
BREAK O’DAY. A new giant flowered dahlia that should
be in every collection. Its immense size is relieved by a beautiful
irregular formation and its soft color. A delicate clear sulphur
yellow, tinting to sulphur white at the tips. The petals are of
great substance, illuminated by a satiny sheen, giving the flowers
a waxy appearance. A strong vigorous grower and free bloomer
with long erect stems. An acquisition. Each, 60c.
BIANCA. A magnificent new hybrid cactus that is in a class
by itself, of giant size and splendid form. The color is white,
suffused and overlaid an exquisite soft mauve-pink. A strong
vigorous grower of splendid habits and a very free bloomer.
The gigantic flowers are facing and held erect on long stiff stems.
Each, 60c.
GEORGE WALTERS. Not only one of the very best
autumn shade varieties, but one of the best in existence. The
flowers are of immense size with rather broad, heavy petals of
great substance and good keeping qualities. The plant is a
strong vigorous grower, producing the flowers on long stiff stems,
making it fine for cut flowers and exhibition, as well as one of
the best garden varieties. The color is a rich coppery old gold
shading to buff at the center. Should be in every collection.
Each, $1.00.
MRS. W. E. ESTES. An incomparable white novelty of
marvelous beauty. The largest and finest pure white dahlia
grown. Profuse bloomer, with long erect stems. Each, $1.50.
TOM LUNDY. A huge crimson carmine beauty of full
formation on erect stems. Very satisfactory. Each, 60c.
Paeony Flowered Dahlias
Paeony Dahlia
AVALANCHE. An enormous flower; pure white. Each, $1.25.
F. R. AUSTIN. Shades and tints running from carmine,
pink and yellow to cream. One of the best. Each, 25c.
BEETHOVEN. Lovely shade of amber; very free; one of
the best for gardens. Each, 30c.
GEISHA. Showy and attractive, unique in form and color;
rich colored flowers are original in form, consisting of peculiarly
twisted and curled petals of an effective rich combination of
scarlet and gold. Each, $1.00.
HAMPTON COURT. Hydrangea pink. A large handsome
flower. Each, 25c.
JANS OLIESLAGERS. Deep primrose yellow, rich and very
effective; flowers large and full. New. Each, 30c.
KING ALBERT. Handsome, large, royal purple; one of the
finest. Each, 75c.
M. McLAREN. This dahlia is a leader in the paeony-typed
variety. It is a clear pink suffused with a beautiful salmon color.
Flowers are large and it is a free bloomer. Each, 35c.
Show Dahlias
Show Dahlia
ARABELLA. Light sulphur yellow, shaded peach blossoms
on edges, a fine flower. Each, 20c.
CUBAN GIANT. Very large ball-shaped flowers of a bright
maroon; free and early. Each, 25c.
DREER’S WHITE. In color a pure white. Has been much
admired at the exhibitions where shown, and has in most cases
been awarded the premier prize as the finest snow white show
variety. Very free. Each, 25c.
EMILY. Delicate lavender, over-spread with white. The
daintily blended colors make this an exceptionally beautiful
dahlia. Long, stiff stems. Each, 15c.
LIVONIA. Yellow, Purple and Pink. Three separate colors.
Resembles the show dahlias. When ordering, state color wanted.
For beauty add one of these to your collection. Each, 15c.
PENELOPE. Small ball, white flaked, rosy lake, always in
bloom. Each, 25c.
RED HUSSAR. A beautiful shade of red. A pleasing flower
for garden and cutting. Very vigorous. Each, 15c.
W. W. RAWSON. In form similar to Dreer’s White; flowers
of good size, stems erect; color a glistening white delicately
flushed and suffused lilac. Each, 25c.
WHITE SWAN. A reliable pure white. Each, 20c.
YELLOW DUKE. Large flowers and plenty of them. Very
attractive. Each, 25c.
Century Dahlias
ROSE PINK. Flowers six inches and over in diameter,
clear rose-pink color, a strong grower with long, stiff stems, for
cutting. Free bloomer. Each, 25c.
TANGO. Cadmium yellow, shaded scarlet orange. Each, 25c.
Collarette Dahlias
MAURICE REVOIR. Ox-blood red with deeper shading in
the center of petals and a pure white fringed collar. Each, 15c.
Duplex Dahlias
CANARY. A clear yellow. Flowers measure seven to eight
inches across. Very vigorous. Each, 25c.
KOERNERS WHITE. New; one of the very best of its class
Each, 35c.
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Decorative Dahlias
CHIEFTAIN. Clear, light red, heavily streaked and
splashed canary yellow; some flowers all red; very large and
attractive, fine for exhibition. Each, 60c.
COPPER. The largest and one of the very best. Often ten
inches across. A beautiful copper color shading to bronze and
apricot. Has long stems and is a free bloomer. Each, 40c.
DR. TEVIS. One of the largest and most attractive dahlias
grown, color bronzy old gold, shaded and suffused violet rose.
Flowers borne on erect stems. Fine for exhibition, and a dahlia
of real merit. Has a tremendous record as a prize winner. - Each,
$1.00.
DREAM. An ideal variety for exhibition. The flowers are
frequently seven inches and over in diameter. The petals are
broad, yellow at the base and pink at the outer ends. Each,
60c.
DELICE. One of the most popular pink varieties. Its
beautiful soft, yet lively color, a glowing rose-pink, together
with its perfect shape, stout, stiff stems, and the fact that when
cut it retains its freshness for a long time, makes this one of the
most valuable for cutting or decorative sorts in the garden.
Each, 40c.
D. M. MOORE. Rich, dark, velvety maroon, almost
black. Very large, free and of good form. Each, 50c.
EVENTIDE. White, edged with a faint flush of delicate
rose. A splendid flower of perfect form and large size. Each,
25c.
FIREBLTRST. This gigantic dahlia is a seedling from the
well-known French variety, Le Colosse. The flower is more
flatly built, has broader and longer petals, and is a far more
intense scarlet, slightly shaded orange-red. This is a variety of
great value, producing specimens which measure eight inches
and over in diameter. The finest scarlet colossal dahlia.
Each, 50c.
HARMONY. Pale rose. A very pretty flower and an
excellent bloomer. Each, 25c.
HORTULANUS FIET. The general color effect is lilac
rose, while the petals shade from golden yellow at base to pale
lilac at tips, with deep lilac rose suffusion. Colossal size, some
blooms measuring nine inches across; good stem; free flowering.
Each, 60c.
JACK ROSE. Brilliant crimson-red, similar in shade to
the popular “Jack Rose,” which suggested its name; perfect
for garden decoration or for cutting. Each, 25c.
KING OF THE AUTUMN. This is a great dahlia, both
as a cut flower as well as for garden decoration. Its habit of
growth is ideal, producing an abundance of flowers of good size,
six inches or more in diameter, which can be cut with stems four
feet long. It is of true decorative form excepting late in the
season, when it often develops flowers of the peony type. In
color it is one of the most effective and pleasing autumnal tints,
a luminous salmon-pink passing to a golden suffused buff near
the edges which is particularly pleasing under artificial light.
King of the Autumn, we are convinced, is a winner, and a variety
that will become one of the most popular. Each, 50c.
LE GRAND MANITOU. A superb giant of excellent
form; color, Bishop’s violet mottled and striped French purple;
some blossoms self-colored. Each, 50c.
MILLIONAIRE. Clear violet mauve shading to white at
centre, very deep and massive. One of the finest and largest
exhibition varieties. Each. SI. 50.
MESSENGER. New; large blooms, good stems, no end
of flowers both early and late. Each, 25c.
MINNIE McCULLOUGH. One of the most popular art-
flower varieties now grown; particularly valuable for use under
artificial light. Color, soft yellow, overlaid with bronze; a
beautiful autumnal tint. Each, 15c.
MINA BURGLE. This is one of the finest dark red dahlias
yet introduced. Flowers often measure eight inches across.
A perfect beauty. Each, 25c.
W. F. GUDE. A pure white flower of large size. Long
stems which make it a fine flower for cutting. Each, 25 c.
MONT BLANC. An early, free, continuous flowering,
creamy-white on good stiff stems. A most important cut
flower variety. Each, 25c.
Decorative Dahlia
MRS. J. GARDNER CASSATT. A large flowered
mauve-pink of a shade that is very pleasing; a fine cut flower.
Each, 25c.
MRS. C. H. BRECK. Cream-colored centre, shading to
soft red. Ends of petals dark red. Flowers large. We highly
recommend this flower for the garden. Has long stems and is
a free bloomer. Each, 35c.
OREGON BEALTTY. Intense Oriental-red with golden
sheen and garnet suffusion, makes it one of the varieties that
stands out prominently among all of its neighbors. Add to this
large size, long stiff stems, with an unusual freedom of bloom,
makes it one of the most desirable garden varieties. Each, 45c.
OFFENBACH. Clear yellow, graceful flowers, petals
slightly twisted, remarkable bloomer on strong stems. Each, 35c .
PAUL BONYON. A most desirable autumn tint, a beauti-
ful salmony-pink with a golden sheen which intensifies the
coloring, flowers of perfect form, large size, and very free.
Each, 30c.
PINK FLAMINGO. A dahlia of fine form, sometimes
showing an open centre. Color violet rose over-laid Tyrian
rose; very free flowering and early. Each, 35c.
PRINCESS JULIANA. An ideal pure white for all pur-
poses. A splendid cut flower and a good decorator for the
garden. It is one of the earliest to flower, and continues in
good shape throughout the season. It holds its flowers well
above the foliage on stiff, wiry stems. Each, 35c.
QUEEN MARY. Rose pink. An ideal flower for cutting.
Holds up well and is a free bloomer. Each, 25c.
MRS. ROOSEVELT. The flowers are of giant size and
borne on long stems. Color a lovely shade of enchantress pink.
The plant is a strong vigorous grower. Each, 25c.
SOUVENIR DE GUSTAV DOAZON. Of mammoth
proportions, which, under ordinary cultivation, will produce
flowers six inches across, and can be grown to measure full nine
inches. It is of free growth and pure red in color. Each, 25c.
SYLVIA. Soft, pleasing mauve-pink, gradually turning to
i white in the centre. A fine cut flower. Each, 25c.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
GLADIOLI
Gladioli. Of recent years the interest in Galdioli has been tremendous and where as only
a few dozen were planted, thousands of bulbs are used annually. Wonderful improvements by
the American hybridizers have produced some of the very best Gladioli, being noted for their
strong, free growth, free flowering qualities, purity of color and their ability to produce satisfactory
results under the most ordinary conditions.
As a garden flower it is useless to compare them with other flowers, because they are so
unlike, so individual and the qualities so peculiarly their own. For cutting purposes there is
not a flower to compare with them. Beautiful as it is in the garden, it is even more beautiful
when cut and tastefully arranged for interior decorations. Cut when the first bud blossoms
and given fresh water daily, it will open every bud to the last one, which will be as beautiful as
the first. As the lower flowers wither they should be removed.
Culture — Gladiolus will grow and bloom in almost any kind of soil, if it can only have full
exposure to the sun; it requires no fussing over. It is free from disease and insects. It will
stand more dry weather than most flowers; it will even survive outright neglect, returning good
for evil by its wonderful blooms. The easiest and most common method of planting is to prepare
the bed in the fall by covering it well with manure, spading it in to the depth of 8 or 10 inches.
If prepared in the spring use well rotted manure. The Gladiolus plant is very hardy and will
survive considerable frost. Therefore, may be planted early in the season. In the latitude of
Philadelphia, planting can begin about the middle of April and continue at intervals until the
middle of June, when a continuous supply of flowers will be had from July until killed by cold
in the fall. Plant the larger bulbs in rows, from 12 to 18 inches apart, and from 4 inches to 6
inches apart in the row, and about 4 inches deep. Plant the bulblets in the same manner, only
an inch or so apart in the row, and about 2 inches deep. Cultivate them well once a week, and
with an ordinary amount of moisture they should begin blooming within 60 to 70 days after
planting, and continue until killed by frost.
+
Our counter displays during August and September attract much favorable
comment, at which time many buyers make selection.
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AMERICA — The most popular Gladiolus in cultivation.
Splendid large, broadly-opened flowers of a beautiful clear flesh-
pink color, with petals well rounded. The plants are vigorous
growers, not subject to disease, and make extra good bulbs. Ea.,
6c.; doz., 60c.
AUGUSTA — Fine white, faintly tinged with lavender. Flowers
freely and has a long season, producing many side branches.
Ea., 6c.; doz., 60c.
BARON HULOT — Large flowers, well arranged on long
spikes. Color is a deep indigo-blue, slightly marked white at
the base of the throat. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
CONSPICUOUS — Fine large flowers of velvety bishop's
violet, shaded with purple and yellow; rich and novel and very
effective as a cut flower used in conjunction with one of the
yellow sorts. Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.50.
EMPRESS OF INDIA — Rich, dark mahogany — almost black.
Dwarf growing, but flowers of good size and free. Ea., 10c.;
doz., $1.00.
GOLIATH — Of great value as a garden flower if planted in
generous quantity; the mass of dark, purplish-blue flowers
making a wonderful effect among the prevailing light shades of
other Gladioli. Ea., 12c.; doz., $1.25.
HALLEY — Large flowers of a lovely salmon-pink, lower
segments blotched yellow, with carmine markings. An excellent
variety; early. Ea., 7c.; doz., 70c.
LTMMACULEE — Undoubtedly the best commercial white
Gladiolus in existence. Very tall spike, well set with large flowers
of great substance. Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.50.
MRS. DR. NORTON — -New. This novelty has a distinct
new form which is impossible to describe. Like a waxy cattleya,
It resembles the finest orchid. Its stem is slender but tall, and
its greatest charm is its color — a pale apple-blossom-pink, so
fresh that it seems as if the blossom is just opening. We consider
this the most exquisite Gladiolus today. Ea., $1.00.
MRS. FRANK PENDLETON — All experts agree that this is
one of the finest varieties yet introduced. The flowers are of
largest size, borne on strong, straight spikes. In color a lovely
salmon-pink with brilliant deep red blotches in the throat. A
color combination rivalling many of the finest orchids in its
richness, exquisite in every way. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
MRS. FRANCIS KING — A most beautiful flame pink.
Immense flowers on a spike growing 4 feet high, with from 18 to
20 flowers, 6 to 8 being open at one time. Ea., 6c.; doz., 60c.
MRS. WATT — A most distinct and beautiful sort of a rich
deep cherry-red. Ea., 10c. ; doz., $1.00.
NIAGARA — Of America character, but somewhat larger;
rich cream color deepening to canary-yellow on lower petals.
A faint carmine blush at tips of petals and streak at throat, with
purple stamens and carmine stigmas, make a lovely combination.
Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
PANAMA — One of the choicest varieties, similar in habit to
America, but in color a rich rose-pink. This variety should be in
every collection. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
PEACE — A grand white flower, very large, with pale violet
feathering on lower petals; flowers correctly placed on a tall
graceful spike. Should be planted early. Ea., 10c.; doz., $1.00.
PINK PERFECTION — This magnificent sort is a soft apple-
blossom-pink with chamois suffusion that is very attractive.
Ea., 15c.; doz., $1.50.
PRINCE OF WALES — This is in our estimation one of the
best novelties of recent introduction. The flowers are large and
well placed and the color is a most charming coral-pink. It is
evidently a sport of “Halley” but an improvement on it in every-
way, being larger and of taller growth and also somewhat earlier;
also it has a more delicate tint and is practically w-ithout throat
markings. We are very certain that this is a variety of superior
merit and recommend it to our customers unreservedly as one of
the best of its shades. A lovely coral-pink. Ea., 15c. ; doz., $1.50.
SCHWABEN — A most meritorious variety of wonderful vigor,
with strong erect spikes and large well-expanded flowers of a
clear canary-yellow with a small blotch of deep garnet in the
throat. This may now be considered the best and freest growing
yellow variety. Ea., 12c.; doz., $1.25.
WAR — A magnificent dark variety with tall spikes well filled
with large flowers of a rich blood-red shaded with crimson-black.
Ea., 12c.; doz., $1.25.
MINGLE’S POPULAR MIXTURE— We pay particular
attention in making up this mixture, and in it are included not
only practically all the modern varieties of Gladioli in greatest
variety of color, but also a goodly proportion of the higher-
priced sorts. Doz., 35c.; per 100, $2.50.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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PAEONIES
BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR DECORATION DAY
Paeonies are absolutely hardy and when once established will take care of
themselves, making larger plants and producing greater numbers of flowers
each year.
There has been a wonderful development in these flowers and the new
varieties are far superior to those of ten years ago. The flowers are much larger
and the variety of color much greater.
Plant them as early in the fall as possible, from five to six inches deep and
from two to three feet apart. Be sure to put some well rotted manure or other
fertilizer in the bottom of each hole. Press the ground carefully around the
roots, being careful not to break the crowns.
Should the spring be very dry, water them a few times to promote a healthy
growth of foliage, which is necessary to insure perfect blooming.
Red Shades
AUGUSTIN D’HOUR — Brilliant rosy-red. The plants are
of robust growth and produce extra large very full blossoms.
One of the earliest and best red varieties. Ea., 60c. ; doz., $6.00.
FELIX CROLTSSE — Very large pure ruby-red, without any
shades of violet or purple. Very dependable as a cut flower.
Very free bloomer. Midseason. Ea., 60c.; doz., $6.00.
Rose and Pink Shades
FLORAL TREASLTRE — This variety has few, if any, supe-
riors as a cut flower. It is an excellent bloomer, bearing fine, large
blossoms on strong, stiff stems. Color of flower a bright light
pink. Ea., 40c.; doz., $4.50.
GOLDEN HARVEST (Jeanne d’Arc) — Exceptionally free
flowering and very showy. The attractive blossoms are of a
clear yellow color with blush guards, while the center is white
with carmine tips. One of the earliest and best. Ea., 40c.;
doz., S4.50.
EDULIS SUPERBA — Large well-formed flower; brilliant
rose-pink with silvery reflex. Very early and undoubtedly one
of the most popular. Ea., 40c.; doz., $4.50.
White Shades
DUCHESS DE NEMOURS — Outside petals white, center
lemon-yellow. Ea.,50c.; doz., $5.00.
FESTIVA MAXIMA — One of the grandest varieties in
existence. The standard of perfection in Paeonies. It is a
strong flower, very early, free flowering and very fragrant. The
magnificent flowers are of a delicate pure white color, with some
of the center petals flaked with carmine. The most popular
white Paeony today. Ea., 40c.; doz., S4.50.
QUEEN VICTORIA — A late bloomer, white, and extremely
popular with florists. It produces white flowers with creamy
centers, tipped with red. Ea., 40c.; doz., $4.50.
TUBEROSE
Double Dwarf Pearl
Plant dwarf, growth stocky, the flower spikes attaining a
height of about 2 feet, and are compactly filled for two-thirds of
their length with very- large, perfectly double flowers, 1^2 to 2
inches across, or nearly' twice the size of the old sort. The flowers
have the wax-like substance of a Camellia, are glistening white
and deliciously" fragrant. The bulbs planted in the garden in
May, in warm, rich soil, in a sunny' position, flower with great
certainty" in the fall. If early flowers are wanted, the bulbs may"
be started in pots in the house from February to April, removing
the plants to open ground when it is warm enough in May.
Price, extra large flowering bulbs, Ea., 8c.; doz., 85c.
CINNAMON VINE
A beautiful, hardy climber for anything on which the vines
can twine; it grows from 15 to 30 feet high, and when established
the vines attain a much greater length. The leaves are green,
thick and glossy, always clean, healthy and free from insects.
The white flowers, while insignificant, emit a delightful cinnamon-
like perfume. Price, extra large, 2-year-old roots, Ea., 10c.;
doz., $1.00.
CALADIUM
(Elephant’s Ear)
A very effective plant, and suitable for a single plant on the
lawn, masses in beds, or for margins of water, its leaves often
attaining the length of 3 feet by 20 inches wide. First size,
ea., 5c.; doz., 50c.; medium size, ea., 15c.; doz., SI. 50,
postpaid: extra large bulbs, ea., 25c.; doz., $2.50.
MADEIRA OR MEXICAN VINE
(Hardy)
The tubers if planted deep and protected during the winter,
are hardy. The leaf is a very deep green, and grows very dense;
the flower is very small, white in color. Strong roots, ea., 10c.;
single roots mailed free; doz., 40c.
BLEEDING HEART
SPECTABILIS — An old-fashioned favorite; its long
racemes of graceful heart-shaped pink flowers are always
attractive; it is used largely for forcing, and is perfectly a t
home in any part of the hardy border, and especially valuable
for planting in the shade. May; 2 feet. Ea., 30c.; doz., $3.15.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
LAWN REQUISITES
Pennsylvania, Jr.
PENNSYLVANIA QUALITY LAWN MOWERS
Pennsylvania Quality Lawn Mowers cost a great deal
more to make and a little more to buy, but the service they
give ultimately makes them cheaper — they last so long the
cost is forgotten.
Some of the features which make the Pennsylvania stand
out among all others are the open cylinder and the open wheel,
and the self-sharpening device, the Pennsylvania being the
first machine to make a successful ball-bearing mower.
The advantages of a train of gears over internal gears, makes
the former run more easily and steadily by reason of their
great length of wheel base.
There is the additional advantage of better distribution of
wear and tear and increased power and spread.
The Pennsylvania, Jr. has all the good points of the
Standard Pennsylvania, with the addition of some features
that make it the most perfect grass cutter in the world. Its
self-sharpening features alone will make it worth its cost to
the user, as it will save this expense until the blades are worn
out — in average use a dozen years or more.
10-inch Wheels. Five-Blade Cylinder 6" in diameter
15-inch $25.50 19-inch $32.50
17-inch 28.50 21-inch 36.50
8-inch Wheels. Five-Blade Cylinder 5>£" in diameter
12-inch $14.50 16-inch..... $20.00
14-inch 17.50 18-ineh 23.00
The Great American ball bear-
ing is the best all-around mower of
its type in the world. The perfect-
fitting ball cups and cones insure an
easy - running machine. Double
geared, which gives fine results.
10-inch Wheels. Five-Blade
Cylinder 6" in diameter
15-inch $18.50
17-inch 21.50
19-inch 24.00
21-inch 26.50
The Standard Pennsylvania is
the pioneer of all lawn mowers, hav-
ing an open cylinder, open wheels
and a train of gears.
High Wheel, 10 in diameter
15-inch
$25.50
17-inch
28.50
19-inch
32.50
21-inch
36.50
COLDWELL’S “IMPERIAL” MOWER
Cold well’s “Im-
perial” Mower is of
exceptionally good
value; it hasfour blades
in the revolving cutter.
In offering it to the
trade we have no hes-
itancy in saying that
it is the best moderate-
priced mower on the
market. The drive
wheels are eight inches
in' diameter and have
a wide tread which
gives it good traction and prevents the mower from sinking in
soft ground. The gears are fine cut and fully protected from
the cut grass and dirt. The revolving cutter is six inches in
diameter and is carried on ball bearings of the same size,
material and design as is used on our more expensive grades
of mowers. The bottom or stationary knife is a highly tem-
pered steel blade, heavier than those used on other makes of
mowers of this grade. The ratchet has a flat steel pawl placed
in the revolving cutter gear and acting with it. It is strong and
reliable. It is far superior to any other of its class in material,
workmanship and design. It cannot fail to give satisfaction.
5 blades. High wrheels. lO^-inch.
14-inch cut $17.00
16-inch cut 19.00
18-inch cut 21.00
20-inch cut 23.00
PENNSYLVANIA LAWN TRIMMER
(Ball Bearing)
Made to meet the demand for a serviceable tool to take the place of grass
shears and other devices for cutting the grass left at the edge of lawns after
mowing.
Will cut to within three-eighths of an inch of wall or tree trunk, and mow
any border wide enough to run one wheel on.
Price
THE CADET
This is a good lawn mower at a medium low price, and gives
the purchaser full value for his money. It has brass bushings
and the same ratchets and adjustments that are used on
many of the high-grade mowers. The gears are fine cut, and
it is in every respect what is needed at the present time, \dz.,
a mower that will do good service and at a cost but little
higher than the poor trash that is put out so freely.
Diameter of Drive Wheels: Eight inches.
Number of Blades: Three.
THE CADET
12-inch cut $7.25
14-inch cut 8.00
16-inch cut 8.75
$10.25
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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COLDWELL’S DUCHESS MOWER
ColdwelTs Duchess Mower is a specially good mower. It
is made on thoroughly practical lines and is so constructed
that it cannot easily be disarranged. The drive wheels are
9 inches in diameter with the gears raised up from the ground,
fully protected from the dirt and cut grass. The revolving
cutter is 6 inches in diameter and has four crucible steel blades,
highly tempered and ground true their entire length. It is
carried on our patented adjustable ball bearings. The simplicity
and convenience of the adjustment of these bearings is
appreciated by even* one familiar with them. The ratchet has
a flat steel sliding pawl, placed in the revolving cutter gear.
14-inch cut, $10.50; 16-inch cut, S11.25; 18-inch cut, S12.0Q
HOSE EQUIPMENT
Perfect. Made
entirely of brass, with
swivel motion — -No
band required.
For -inch hose,
15c. each; doz., $1.50.
Cooper Hose Mender 34 inch 10c.
each; SI. 00 per doz.
SURE GRIP HOSE MENDER
z/i inch, 6c. each; per doz., 50c.
Parcel Post Wt„ doz., 1 lb.
Hose Washers. 1 inch, 15c. per doz.;
34 lb., 50c.; $1.75 per lb.; % inch, 10c.
per doz.; 34 lb., 35c.; $1,00 per lb.
HOSE COUPLINGS
Pair Doz.
Plain Brass, in. SO. 30 $3.00
Plain Brass, % in. .30 3.00
HOSE NOZZLES
Boston. Regulated to give
three different streams.
Price, 75c.
Diamond each, 60c.
HYDRANT ATTACHMENTS
To be used for attaching Hose to smooth faucets.
No. 2. For small spigot, 60c. For large or standard spigot, 60c.
Parcel Post Weight, 34 lb. each.
TREE TANGLEFOOT
Tree Tanglefoot is a
sticky compound similar
to that used in making
T anglefoot Fly Paper and
is especially adapted for
protecting trees from the
attack of climbing and
creeping insects, partic-
ularly gypsy, brown-tail
and tussock caterpillars,
canker worms, climbing
cut worms and ants. On
matured fruit trees and
all shade trees it is ap-
plied directly to trunks,
but on young fruit trees
we recommend applica-
tion over strips of manila
paper.
One pound makes 9 to
10 lineal feet of band.
One application remains
sticky three months and longer or 10 to 20 trmes as long as
any other known substance. On account of this great superiority,
it has practically displaced all other banding compounds in
the United States and in many foreign countries. Tree
Tanglefoot works alike in rain, sun, winds, etc. Does not
soften, run or melt, yet is always elastic, expanding with
growth of tree. No mixing required; simply open can and use.
Applied with wooden paddle. Will not injure trees.
For tree surgery, Tree Tanglefoot is superior to anything
on the market. It is the best application after pruning or
trimming — it will waterproof the crotch of a tree, or a wound
or cavity in a tree when nothing else will do it. For this
purpose one application lasts several years, all the time wholly
impervious to air and water.
Guaranteed to keep perfectly many years in original packages.
Price, 1 lb., 50c.; 5-lb. can, $2.40.
NO. 2 PLANET JR. EDGER
To keep grounds looking neat and attractive the grass border-
ing all walks must be frequently edged and the No. 2 Planet
■Junior Edger will do this work quickly and with little effort no
matter if the walks are straight or curved or if they are of
cement, stone or brick. Price, $1.50.
RUBBER HOSE
Mingle’s Seamless or Molded, % -inch . $0.18
Special Lehigh, 6-ply, 5^ -inch 16
Special Lehigh, 5-ply, %-inch 14
Revero Spray Pump Hose 15
25-foot lengths and upward, coupled free,
smaller sections couplings per pair .20
COLDWELL’S
LAWN TRIMMER
This machine meets the demand
for a real first-class lawn edge or
border trimmer. Made of best
material throughout, ball bearings,
single screw adjustment, bottom
knife of finest tool steel; cuts a
swath of 8 inches. Price, $10.00.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
PLANT STAKES
(SQUARE)
For greenhouse or garden
use. These are painted
green and nicely tapered and
finished.
EACH
DOZ.
100
1H
ft.
.$0.03
$0.25
$1.85
2 ft
. .04
.40
2.60
2^
ft.
. .05
.55
4.00
3 ft
. .08
.85
7.00
3V2
ft.
. .10
1.00
8.00
4 ft
. .12
1.20
9.50
5 ft
. .14
1.58
14.00
6 ft
. .18
2.00
16.00
EXTRA HEAVY
The extra heavy sizes have
black painted points to pre-
vent moisture entering the
fibre of the wood.
EACH doz. 100
4 ft.... $0.20 $2.25 $18.00
5 ft 25 2.75 20.00
6 ft 35 3.50 28.00
TRELLISES
These Trellises are made entirely of wood, and therefore will not burn vines
when exposed to the sun. Where metal is used the vines do not thrive owing to the
fact that the heat absorbed from the sun causes the plant to be stunted, if not killed.
Our Trellises are suitable for all locations, they are painted dark green, and are
very durable.
LATTICE TRELLIS
WIRTS’ HOSE REEL
All tubular — capacity.
No. 2— 7 in. wheel, 100 ft $2.70
No. 20 — 24 in. wheel, 150 ft 6.00
No. 10 — 21 in. wheel, 100 ft 5.00
BINKS RAINFALL SPRINKLER
Rainfall.
A splendid sprinkler that operates on
a ball bearing, requiring very little press-
ure.
Each
A very popular style for Roses
EACH
18 in. fan, 8 in. wide at top $0.40
24 in. fan, 10 in. wide at top 50
30 in. fan, 13 in. wide at top 95
3 ft. fan, 16 in. wide at top 1.25
S'A ft. fan, 21 in. wide at top 1.35
4 ft. fan, 27 in. wide at top 1.50
5 ft. fan, 32 in. wide at top 2.25
6 ft. fan, 38 in. wide at top 2.50
7 ft. fan, 42 in. wide at top 2.85
8 ft. fan, 46 in. wide at top 3.25
LAWN SPRINKLERS
Large Ring or Fountain.
$1.00
Small “ “
60
Half Circle “ “
25
Waterwitch Sprinkler
60
Mayflower “
1.75
Enterprise “
5.00
Busy
50
We recommend the Lattice especially
for use in connection with stucco houses.
The Lattice is built in two widths
and is adaptable around windows and
doors, as it can be cut into any desired
length.
18-in. wide 24-in. wide
6 feet $2.50 $3.00
7 feet 3.00 3.75
8 feet 3.25 4.25
9 feet 3.50 4.50
10 feet 4.00 5.00
12 feet 4.50 6.00
POT LABELS
Plain, pointed wood for flowers and
all plants.
100 1000
4 inches $0.30 $2.00
4 “ 35 2.25
5 “ 40 2.45
6 “ 50 3.00
Garden Size
100 1000
8 inches $1.40 $ 8.50
10 “ 1.90 11.50
12 “ 2.25 13.65
RUBBER SPRINKLERS
For spraying small
plants, ideal for house
use.
Made in two styles.
Bent neck and
straight neck.
SIZE PRICE
6 oz. capacity. . . .$ .75
8 oz. capacity. ... 1.00
10 oz. capacity. . . . 1.25
$1.85
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FERN BOWL
A beautiful embossed bowl, especially designed
for ferns and shallow potted plants. Color a beau-
tiful light buff. 6 inches inside diam. by 3 inches
deep.
Price $1.10
EARTHENWARE SAUCERS
Size
Each
Doz.
100
4 inches
$0.03
$0.27
$2.03
5 “
04
.36
2.70
6 “
06
.54
4.05
7 “
07
.72
5.40
8 “
.10
.99
7.43
9 “
14
1.35
10.13
10 “
15
1.62
12.15
11 “
19
1.98
14.85
12 “
23
2.43
18.23
14 “
37
4.05
30.38
VULCANIZED SAUCERS
MAYTREE flower-pot saucers are superior in
every way to all other kinds of flower pot saucers
— are practically non-destructible and should last
forever.
THEY HAVE A SOFT FINISH
that will not wear off and will not mar or scratch
the finest surface.
NOT AFFECTED BY PLANT WATER,
EARTHEN BULB POTS
EARTHEN FLOWER POTS
are guaranteed to always remain absolutely moisture-
proof. Larger sizes are ideal for bulb saucers.
These are fine for planting with bulbs,
for ferns and other compact plants.
Size
Each
Doz.
100
6 inches diam. .
.$0.09
$0.98
$7.29
7 “ “ .
.15
1.62
12.15
8 “ “ .
. .22
2.34
17.55
9 “ “ .
. .33
3.60
27.00
10 “ “ .
. .45
4.86
36.45
12 “ “ .
. .91
9.90
74.25
14 “ “ .
. . 1.48
16.20
121.50
Size. Each. Doz.
4 inch $0.12 $1.30
5 inch .14 1.50
6 inch 16 1.70
7 inch 19 2.05
8 inch 23 2.45
9 inch 27 2.90
10 inch 46 4.95
11 inch 52 5.60
12 inch 58 6.25
NEPdnseT
WATER PROOF PAPER FLOWER
POTS
For transplanting and shipping potted
Size
Each
Doz.
100
1000
1 inch . . .
. . $0.02
$0.18
$1.20
$11.50
2 “ . . .
... .02
.18
1.05
9.60
2% “ ...
... .02
.18
1.15
10.85
234 “ ...
... .02
.18
1.35
12.75
3 "...
... .03
.24
1.76
16.58
3.34 “ ...
... .03
.29
2.16
20.40
4 "...
... .04
.36
2.70
25.50
4% “ ...
... .06
.49
3.65
34.43
5 "...
... .07
.65
4.86
45.90
534 “ ...
... .08
.81
6.08
57.38
6 "...
... .09
.98
7.29
68.85
634 “ ...
... .13
1.30
9.72
91.80
7 "...
... .15
1.62
12.15
8 "...
... .22
2.34
17.55
9 "...
... .33
3.60
27.00
10 "...
... .45
4.86
36.45
11 "...
... .66
7.20
54.00
12 “ ...
... .91
9.90
74.25
14 “ ...
. , . 1.48
16.20
121.50
BULB
BOWL
plants, and for starting many kinds of
hotbed plants.
Doz.
100
1000
234
in. Pots
$0.12
$0.50
$4.45
234
in. Pots
15
.60
5.15
3
in. Pots
18
.80
7.05
in. Pots
20
1.00
9.16
4
in. Pots
25
1.30
11.40
5
in. Pots.
30
2.00
17.75
6
in. Pots. ......
.45
2.70
21.75
Handsome embossed bulb bowl of a beautiful
moss green color, 10 inches in width, especially
designed for bulbs.
Price $1.35
PLANT TUBS
Made of White Cedar, painted green,
electric welded heavy wire hoop without
handles. We sell handles, separate, 10c.
pair.
No.
Inside
Top
Diam.
Inside
Bottom
Diam.
Inside
Depth
Each
1
6 in.
5
in.
6 in.
$0.65
2
7 in.
5
in.
7 in.
.75
3
8 in.
6
in.
8 in.
.80
4
9 in.
7
in.
9 in.
.90
5
10 in.
734 in.
9 in.
1.00
6
11 in.
8J4 in.
10 in.
1.25
7
12 in.
9
in.
11 in.
1.50
8
13 in.
10
in.
12 in.
1.90
9
14 in.
11
in.
13 in.
2.20
10
15 in.
1134 in.
14 in.
2.35
CEDAR TREE TUBS
New York Pattern
Made of choicest seasoned White
Cedar. Highly finished, iron hoops,
iron feet, drop handles.
No.
Inside
Top
Diam.
Inside
Bottom
Diam.
Inside
Depth
Each
1
12 in.
9% in.
10% in.
$2.75
2
13 in.
10% in.
12%fcin.
3.50
3
1434 in.
12 in.
14% fin.
4.50
3 34
1634 in.
14J4|in.
14%|in.
5.50
4
1934 in.
17% |in.
16%tin.
6.25
SPRINKLING POTS
Heavy Galvanized Iron.
4 qt. size $0.75
6 qt. size 90
8 qt. size 1.15
12 qt. size 1-50
16 qt. size 1-90
Earthenware cannot be sent by Parcel Post.
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NORCROSS CULTIVATORS
An excellent tool, adjustable teeth for
spanning the row by removing centre
tooth, or between rows using any number
of teeth. We carry two sizes.
5-prong, long handle $1.00
3-prong, “ “ 75
3-prong, short “ 40
All kinds, both medium and high grade.
Jersey truck, 7H hi $0.80
No. G6X, 6 in 75
No. G7X, 7 in 80
HALF MOON
Extra Quality.
H. M. O— 4 in $0.80
H. M. O.— 5 in 85
H. M. O.— 7 in 90
SCUFFLE HOE
No. XGS, 8 in.
$0.90
WARREN HOES
The Warren or Pointed, a quite popular
style. No. W. 7 $1.10
No. R 70
Baby Warren Hoe. A good transplant-
er, same shape as above; very short han-
dle.
Two prong, very useful in working nar-
row rows, price, 45c.
SPADING FORKS.
Fine quality steel. Strapped shank. D handle.
Pour prong $1.50
Boys’ or ladies’ 1.15
Five prong, extra quality 2.25
2 tine $1.10
3 tine 1.25
SCYTHE STONES
TURF EDGER
Darby Creek $0.18
English Round 25
Carborundum 40
Darby Creek $0.18
English Round 25
Carborundum 40
PULL EASY CULTIVATORS
These cultivators can be adjusted to any
width.
P. E. J., — 4 teeth, with 4-foot handle, ad-
justable, 2 to 6-inch Rows, 65c. each.
P. E., — 5 Teeth. Handle 4 foot long, ad-
justable 6 to 12 inches. $1.00 each.
P. E. C., — 9 teeth, 45^-foot handle. Will cul-
tivate rows 6 to 18 inches wide. $1.25 each.
No. 11 $0.85
No. 040 1.00
EUREKA FORK.
For potting flowers, etc.
ity steel.
Price, 50c.
Good qual-
EUREKA WEEDER.
GRASS SHEARS.
Polished, fine steel $0.75
Good quality 60
STRAIGHT TOOTH GARDEN RAKE.
A good tool for scratching about plants.
Price, 50c.
MINGLE’S SPECIAL WEEDER.
Five teeth, good quality. Price, 15c.
MANURE FORKS.
No. 04D — 4 tine, strapped shank, D handle $1.55
No. 04DZ — 4 tine, strapped shank, D handle 1.00
No. 044 HZ — 4 tine, plain ferrule, bent handle 1.00
10 tooth, malleable $0.40
12 tooth, malleable 45
12 tooth, extra quality steel 70
14 tooth, extra quality steel 75
MANURE DRAGS.
For working manures, digging out pota,
toes, etc.
No. 4 B. O. L., 4 tine $1.00
No. 4 B. O. H., 4 tine 1.15
No. 5 B. O. L., 5 tine 1.25
No. 5 Batchellor 1.50
“ QUEEN ” LAWN RAKES
Heavily tinned steel teeth. The arched teeth
for litter and the opposite side for fine-cut grass.
Heavily braced, bolted socket.
24 teeth — Price, 85 cents
The teeth have a slight curve as shown in cut.
Some people prefer this style.
B 10 — 10 tooth, $0.80 B 12—12 tooth, $0.90
B 11—11 tooth, 85 B 14—14 tooth, 1.00
Rake head slightly curved from centre to each
end which does not allow any material that has
been caught by the teeth to slip around the edges.
26 tooth Hickory wood. Price, $1.00
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GARDEN SET
No. 100 consists of heavy Shank Hoe, heavy
five-tooth Malleable Iron Rake and heavy six-inch
English Pattern Trowel. Finished in Red Enamel.
Fine finished handles.
Price per set three pieces
$1.00
True shapes (as in cut) $1.00
Long Cutter or Axe, pointed 2.00
Half Mattock or Grub, with handle 1.50
Heavy Stub or Accomac 1.60
All the above include handles.
Picks, double pointed, either cutter pointed or
regular style with handle, $1.75.
A popular combination of three tools,
used by ladies, children and for special
uses where small tools are required.
No. 3 P. F. per set $1.60
GARDEN TROWELS
No. 100 Trowel
No. D. S. T. Steel Shank $ .80
No. 100 Heavy Socket Long Handle 50
No. 10 — 6" One-piece Extra Heavy 45
No. 9 — 6" Socket Shank. 25
TRANSPLANTING TROWELS
No. 020 Narrow Blade
$ .20
MAGIC WEEDERS
Style A.
Magic Weeders should
be in every garden outfit.
They fulfill their name
wonderfully. They are
strong in construction
and very popular.
Style A-53^" handle 15c
“ B-18" “ 25c
“ D-6" “ 45c
“ F-42"
no blade 75c
“ H-48" handle,
with blade, $1.25
Style B.
SHOVELS
Short D Handle
Round point. .$1.50
Square point. . 1.50
Long Handle
Round point. . $2.25
Square point. . 2.25
SPADES
Short D Handle
Pfeifer $1.85
Floral Spade. . .95
Nursery Spade 3.25
Fig. 43. Vine Cutter. Price, $1.00.
For cutting- sweet potato vines, etc. Saves the back.
No. 20 — 6" Narrow Blade. . . 15
GIBBS POST HOLE DIGGER
TROWEED TROWEL
Trowel and Weeder Combined
One edge being cut similar to a saw, used for
digging roots, etc., other side for use as a trowel.
Price $ .50
Digs a hole 3% feet deep. A positively good tool.
$3.00
Price
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Garden Seed Drills, Wheel Hoes and Cultivators
No. 4 Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Wheel Hoe,
Soon pays for itself in the family garden as well as in the
larger acreage. Sows all garden seeds (in drills or in hills),
plows, opens furrows and covers them, hoes and cultivates
quickly and easily all through the season.
No. 12 Planet Jr. Double and Single Wheel Hoe.
Planet Jr. Wheel Hoes have been greatly improved. No. 12 has new 14 in.
steel wheels, steel frames, steel arch, steel leaf lifters. The Hoe’s cultivator
teeth and plows are specially hardened to give longer wear, scour better and
run easier.
The greatest hand-cultivating tool in the world.
No. 25 Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Double Wheel
Hoe.
Price, $22.25
Holds 2y2 Quarts of
Seed
Steel
Frame
No. 25 is for gardeners, who have enough acreage for a
double-wheel hoe to be used, and yet prefer not to buy seeders
and wheel hoes separately; also for onion growers and for the
large family garden where both a single and double-wheel hoe
can be used to advantage. Is a perfect seeder, and combined
double and single-wheel hoe. Unbreakable steel frame. Capa-
city— 2 acres a day.
No. 31 Combined Seeder and Wheel Hoe.
Price, complete, $12.75
As a Seeder only (No.
31-D), $10.00
As a Wheel Hoe only
1 (No. 33), $6.25
Holds one quart
The ideal tool for small gardens — combining a reliable seeder
for all garden seeds from the smallest up to peas and beans,
with a light running Wheel Hoe. Practical for men, women or
growing boys. Sold at a price that will make it pay to use even
if your garden is a very small one. Stop in and see them. It’s
worth your while.
The highest type of Single Wheel Hoe made. Light, but
strong, and can be used by man, woman or boy. Will do all
the cultivation in your garden in the easiest, quickest and best
way.
Indestructible steel frame. New steel wheel, specially har-
dened attachments will do better work and last longer.
Gem Single Wheel
Hoe.
Light, strongly built
tool with smaller
wheel, scuffle hoes for
work between rows,
pair of plows and five
teeth.
Gem Single Wheel
Hoe.
Price, $9.00.
81/2 in.
We are Headquarters for Planet Jr. Tools. Come get yours,
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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SUPERIOR GARDEN PLOW
The Superior Garden Plow has two bent wood handles.
The frame and tools are constructed of steel, and are mechani-
cally correct, making it one of the neatest and lightest-run-
ning plows on the market.
. The handles can be raised or lowered to suit operator.
This plow is equipped with shovel hoe, plow, two cultivator
steels and weeder; also one wrench. Height of wheel, 24 in.
Price, complete, $3.75,
Fire-Fly Garden Plow.
Price, S4.25
Especially useful to owners
of small gardens, and to chicken
raisers for plowing up scratch-
ing-yards. Its light weight
makes it easy for man, woman
or boy to use. Enables the
owner of a family garden to do
all the work in spare minutes.
WHEELBARROWS, GARDEN AND FARM.
These Barrows are made from well seasoned lumber, very
strongly bolted together, extra braced, with high finish. If you
want a barrow' to give service — one that will stand not only use
but abuse — then this is the one — “the Buch.”
No. 1 — Large Farm Barrow*, 3 inch tread $10.00
No. 2 — Small Farm Barrow, 2 % inch tread 8.25
No. 3 — Garden Size, 234 inch tread 7.50
No. 3 — Garden Size, 134 inch tread 6.00
No. 4 — Small Garden Size, 134 inch tread 5.25
Plain Dixie Jr., No. 37
Cultivator, $7.50.
A light weight tool,
built for use in light
sandy soils. Opens to
20 inches and closes to
9 inches with a clamp
expander.
Dixie Jr. 5-tooth
Cultivator.
With wheel, $8.00.
List of Parts.
Double moldboard and share $1.25
No. 2\4 Moldboard 1.10
No, 2 Moldboard 85
No. 1}4 Moldboard 75
Beam with clevis 1.40
Handles complete Per pair 1.75
Standard, complete $3.00
Cabbage Moldboard 55
Landside 50
Shares 40
Beam without clevis 1.10
HOE
RAKE
COMBINED.
An excel-
lent tool for
the garden.
Made of the
very best
steel.
Price,
4 prong, 90c.
6 prong, 1 .00
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CAHOON SEED SOWER
CYCLONE SEED SOWER
No. 35 PLANET JUNIOR SEEDER
ATTACHMENT
Cyclone (New Improved Model). An accu-
rate portable seeder, for all broadcast sowing or
fertilizing. Fits comfortably over shoulder; pro-
vided with automatic adjustment for stopping
flow of contents when required. A great time and
labor saver. Each, $2.25.
FRUIT GRINDERS
No. 1 — 3-gallon S3. 75
No. 2 — 4-gallon 4.50
No. 3 — 7-gallon 5.25
hour. A superior machine. Price, . . $6.50
RICHMOND CEDAR BUTTER CHURNS
This small seeder can be attached to any Planet
Junior Single or Double Wheel Hoes or Garden
Plows and will be found particularly suitable for
the small kitchen garden. It will plant practically
all seeds in a straight, continuous row, at a uniform
depth, in a fraction of the time required by hand
and infinitely better. The hopper holds one pint
and it can be used for planting even a small packet
of seed. Also has a bracket to which a handle can
be attached and used independently of the wheel
hoe. Everyone having a kitchen garden should
have one of these useful seeders.
Price, $6.25.
PERFECT FRUIT PICKER
BUTTER PRINTS
Made of Hard Maple Wood, three
pieces to set, square. 1 lb. size, 65e.
Made of hard wood, first class in every particular.
Grinds any kind of berries, apples or grapes.
Price, $7.25.
Made substantially of galvanized wire. Can easily
be attached to a pole of any length. Price, 40c.
CIDER OR WINE PRESSES
These presses are very substantially built of hardwood and well bolted together.
No. 1 $13.25
No. 2 16.50
No. 2 y2 18.00
No. 3 . . (as shown above) 22.50
No. 4 28.00
No. 2 Hinged Tub 20.00
No. 3, Hinged Tub 21.50
No. 4, Hinged Tub 30.00
Combined Grinders and Presses
Self-Feed $20.40
Junior No. 1 28.00
Medium . . (as shown above) 31.25
Senior 43.50
GRAPE BAGS
For protecting growing grapes against the rav-
ages of birds, insects, etc. Easily attached and
lasts a season. Fruit will ripen just as readily in
bags as it does in the open. Bags should be at-
tached when grapes are about the size of a pea and
should be left attached until the fruit is ready to
harvest.
2- lb. size 40c. per 100
3- lb. size 50c. per 100
4- lb. size 60c. per 100
WHITE OAK KEGS
The above cut shows our handsome WHITE
OAK (quarter sawedl kegs, for holding wines,
fruit juices, extracts, etc. They are carefully made
of selected WHITE OAK, bound with heavy steel
hoops, and nicely varnished.
Gallons 5 10 15 30 50
Price, each . . $1.45 $2.65 $3.00 S4.00 $5.75
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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RED CHIEF CORN SHELLER
This sheller is an excellent one for
small poultry farms. Fastens to box or
barrel. Shelled corn drops in box, cob
thrown outside.
Price 3.00
HAND CORN PLANTER
The American. The best hand
dropper; possesses automatic metal
cut off, easy to set. Price, $3.15.
DOUBLE SCYTHES
Double ribbed backs, reinforced steel heel extending along the heel
end of the blade, making the scythe strong and rigid at this point and
giving additional weight and making it hang better and easier of
operation. Thoroughly hardened and tempered keen tough edge.
Rivet back — 32 $3.00
Rivet back — 34 3.00
Brush or Briar 2.00
Weed 1.90
Grass— 32 2.00
Grass — 34 2.00
Grass — 36 2.00
Our Swathes are made of the best quality selected timber, seasoned
and nicely varnished. Malleable iron fittings; size and shape of
proper proportion to make swing of the swath correct and easy.
Handles, etc.
Regular Scythe style $2.00
Swath Clips 25
Handle rings 12
Handle Loop 25
TWINE
Asparagus Twine, 3 ply, per ball $0.15
Binder Twine, 5- lb bale, per bale 1.25
Cotton Twine, 3 ply, per ball 15
FODDER TWINE (Tarred)
25 and 50-lb. bales, per lb $0.12
JUTE WRAPPING TWINE
Per ball $0.15
CORN KNIFE
Price, 60c.
Oil hardened and temper drawn. Wood handle. You will find this a first-
class tool and dependable.
KRAUT CUTTER
Made of hard maple, heavy construction, adjustable knives,
best knife steel. Sliding box; wood or metal bed.
SIZE KNIVES PRICE
9 x 25 2 $2.25
9 x 25 3 2.50
11 x 33 3 3.50
SLAW OR CABBAGE CUTTER.
Made of hard maple. Heavy construction, adjustable,
best knife steel. Two blades. Price, 45c.
ASPARAGUS KNIVES
“CONCAVE” Price, 45c.
Some growers think the concave knife takes hold better.
“FLAT” Price, 35c.
An asparagus knife is a necessity for large or small growers.
Crop will be gathered in better shape and time saved.
“FISHTAIL” Price. 45c.
Ten-inch blade, drop forged, well ground, enameled shank.
A handy tool, also, for cutting out weeds on the lawn.
ASPARAGUS BUNCHER
Even where one has a limited amount of
asparagus to market, it pays to use a buncher.
It is tied quickly and looks uniform.
Price, with knife guard $3.50
HUSKING PINS
Combination leather and metal.
Price, each 25c.
ASPARAGUS TAPE
For tying Asparagus and Celery, fast color and
will not fade, very strong and will not break.
1000-yard spools, colored red or blue.
Price, per spool $3.30
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TREE PRUNERS
DISSTON TREE PRUNERS WITHOUT
POLE OR ROPE
WATERS TREE PRUNERS. Removable
blade, which can be renewed when
worn out:
Disston’s Little Giant Pruner
$2.25
Plain, without Pole
$1.50
Disston’s Little Giant Pruner with
Saw Attachment
3.00
With Removable Cutting Blades and
Pole complete:
Telegraph Pruner
2.00
4 ft
2.25
Disston’s Orchard Hook and Saw. . .
3.50
6 ft
3.00
8 ft
3.25
Poles for Tree Pruners
10 ft
3.75
12 ft. long
$2.00
12 ft
4.00
14 ft. long
2.25
Extra Knives
. each
.30
HAND PRUNERS
PRUNING SAWS
AXES
Our pruning shears are procured from the most
reliable makers and all are fully guaranteed.
65 Pexto $1.50
R165 Pexto 2.00
R170 Pexto 2.25
No. 55, Fine Polished 1.00
No. 50, California Style, 9 in 80
No. 0, Medium Grade 50
No. R50, California Style, Ratchet Nut... 1.00
HEDGE SHEARS (ENGLISH MADE)
6 Yi in. (Laddie) $1.50
8 in 1.90
9 in. 2.25
10 in 2.50
12 in 3.00
No. 40 — 18-inch Double Edge. . . . $1.10
No. 7 — 18-inch Single Edge 1.60
18-inch Paragon curved Double
Edge 1.50
Disston California — 14-inch Blade 1.50
Swivel Saw:
Very handy for getting among closely
branched limbs, blade can be swiveled
around in the frame to suit any desired
position.
Handles can be unscrewed and a pole
attached when desired.
Price $2.00
Extra Blades each .40
TREE SCRAPERS
For removing loose bark from trees prior to
spraying. Steel blade may he detached and sharp-
ened.
No. 5, Short Handle 60c
“McKENNEY” TREE LOPPERS
The “McKenney” Tree Loppers
were designed and built to meet the
requirements of the fruit growers of
America. They have installed in them
all the features that go to make up a
perfect pruning tool.
What we claim for the “ McKenney ”
Pruner:
1. The easiest cutting pruner in the
world.
2. The only perfect cutting pruner
in the world. One that does not injure
the bark in any way, as both blades
have cutting edges.
3. The only pruner that will cut
seasoned l:mbs 1 V2 inches in diameter.
4. The lightest pruners on the mar-
ket.
5. “ McKenney’ ’ Pruners are made
of steel throughout. Nothing about
them to break.
The blades on the “ McKenney ”
Pruners are dropped forged from the
bar steel and therefore are as strong as
they can possibly be made.
The handles are of steel. The hand-
grip is designed so that the pruner may
be carried on the belt.
Made in two sizes: No. 1 and No. 2.
The No. 1 cuts limbs up to 1 inch in
diameter.
The No. 2 cuts limbs up to 1 V2 inches
in diameter.
WEIGHT LENGTH PRICE
No. 1 — 2 lbs. 23 inches $4.50
No. 2 — 5 lbs. 30 inches 6.00
MOLE TRAPS
One of the most success-
ful traps; never misses.
Reddick $1.00
Fine tempered steel
Kelly, with handle $2.50
Red Warrior, with handle 2.25
Plumb — Without handle 2.50
Handles
Made from the best white Hickory:
Axe Handles $0.50
Hammer Handles 20
Hatchet Handles 20
GRAFTING WAX
The one easiest to apply and put in
convenient packages.
yi lb., 15c.; ^ lb., 25c.; 1 lb., 45c.; 5 lbs.,
$2.00.
GRAFTING TOOLS
Made of the best steel. For grafting trees, etc.
All steel 85e
Grafting Mallet 80c
GRASS HOOKS
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FERTILIZERS
Acid Phosphate (16 per cent). For all vegetable crops,
grains, grass, etc. 5 lbs., 20c.; 10 lbs., 35c.; 25 lbs., 75c.;
50 lbs., $1.20; 100 lbs., $2.00; sack of 200 lbs., $3.50.
Ashes, Hard Wood. Apply 1000 lbs. per acre. Indispen-
sable for all crops requiring potash; excellent for mixing with
potting soil. For top dressing lawns and grass fields it is applied
to best advantage either in very early spring or late fall.
25 lbs., 75c.; 50 lbs., $1.35; 100 lbs., $2.25; 200-lb. bbl.,
$4.25; 1000 lbs., $19.00; ton, $35.00.
Bacteria, Mulford Culture. For inoculating clovers and
other legumes, such as beans, peas and such other plants that
have blossoms similar in shape and form to the above named.
The application of bacteria to the seed of these legumes when
planting practically trebles the nitrogen gathering powers and
for this reason we urge all planters to use it. Trial bottle, 35c.;
34-acre size, 75c.; acre size, $1.50; 5-acre size, $5.00.
Bone Meal (Extra Fine).
This fertilizer we recommend for
lawns, rose bushes, grape vines,
especially where a moderately
slow fertilizer is needed, for the
deep rooted shrubbery and where
a perfectly safe fertilizer is
wanted. 5 lbs., 30c.; 10 lbs.,
55c.; 25 lbs., 95c.; 50 lbs.,
$1.75; 100 lbs., $3.25; 200 lbs.,
$5.75.
Apply at rate of 1000 lbs.
to an acre.
General Crop Grower
(Trucker’s Favorite). This is a
combination brand of fertilizer
containing 1 per cent. Ammonia,
8 per cent. Phos. Acid and 1 per cent. Potash. A good all around
vegetable fertilizer. 5 lbs., 15c.; 10 lbs., 25c.; 25 lbs., 50c.;
50 lbs., 85c.; 100 lbs., $1.65; 200-lb. sack, $3.00.
Complete Animal Base. A high grade mixture for general
crops. 200-lb. bag, $4.00.
Humus is decayed vegetable matter enriched and mellowed
by age. Similar to a heavy leaf mould, it is richer by far, because
of untold years of ripening in Nature’s storehouse.
Humus acts on soil much as yeast does in bread, and by its
process of aereation makes a heavy soil light, and likewise adds
body to a light soil. Humus is black in color and rich in the
elements of plant food — namely, nitrogen, phosphoric acid and
potash, while its natural lime content, about 10 per cent., serves
to sweeten the soil.
As a top dressing for lawns and for plants, shrubs, trees and
general gardening Humus is unequalled; not merely as a quick
stimulant, but as a permanent soil builder. For growing ferns,
various bulbs and plants it has no equal.
Humus will absorb several times its own weight in moisture
and release it gradually; thus, when used on lawns, will carry
the grass through periods of drought.
Our Humus analyzes as follows;
HUMUS
Per Cent.
Humus 41.25
Ammonia 4.32
Phosphoric Acid 0.73
Potash 1.28
Calcium Oxide 6.34
Equivalent to Calcium Carbonate. . . 4.32
Silicates 4.11
Iron and Alumina 1.20
Moisture 25 to 50
Humus is clean and odorless, and contains no weed seeds.
Use it freely. Garden with it generally. One bag of Humus is
equal to a load of manure. A trial will convince. 5 lbs., 20c.;
10 lbs., 35c.; 25 lbs., 60c.; 50 lbs., $1.00; 100 lbs., $1.50;
500 lbs., $7.00.
Hydrated Lime. The good qualities of this lime are gener-
ally^ under-estimated, rather than exaggerated. Used for cor-
recting sour ground, to disinfect chicken runs and houses, for
whitewashing. Apply one ton per acre. 4 lbs., 17c.; 50 lbs.,
$1.00; 100 lbs., $1.60. Larger lots — price on application.
Land Plaster. Very useful for top dressing. Is a good
medium for retaining the fluids and ammoniates when mixed
with manures. Mixed with Paris Green is used for dusting plants
to destroy vermin. 5 lbs., 25c.; 25 lbs., 50c.; 50 lbs., 95c.;
100 lbs., $1.60; 200 lbs., $2.90.
Manure. At short notice we can usually supply first-class
horse, cow and stock-yard manure in carload lots only. Prices
quoted on request.
Plant Food “V-C.” Proper fertilization plays a most
important part in the production of the necessary "food crops.
This is also true of plants, flowers and lawns.
You may have often wondered why your plants and flowers
do not thrive, or your lawn does not look as green or as full as
your neighbor's lawn. Perhaps your vegetable garden does not
measure up to your expectations. It is very probably due to lack
of proper nouiishment, for plants need food as well as do human
beings.
A trial package of “V-C” Plant Food will give you a most
pleasant surprise in the improvement of your plants, grass and
vegetables. Small can, 25c.; large can, $1.00; bags, small,
75c.; medium, $1.25; large, $2.50.
Potato Fertilizer. Apply 800 to 1000 lbs. per acre. The
principal fertilizer for potatoes in this section, being expecially
compounded for this purpose. 25 lbs., $1.25; 50 lbs., $2.00;
100 lbs., $3.75; 200 lbs., $6.50.
Nitrate of Soda. A very powerful, but incomplete fer-
tilizer; only recommended to hasten the crop previous to har-
vesting. Best form to apply is in solution, two or three ounces
to one gallon water. Lb., 15c.; 5 lbs., 60c.; 10 lbs., $1.00;
25 lbs., $2.00; 50 lbs., $3.75; 100 lbs., $7.00.
Sheep Manure. Apply 1000 lbs. per acre. For garden,
lawn or greenhouse use, nothing surpasses sheep manure; it is
clean and easily handled, besides giving immediate results.
Prices f. o. b. Philadelphia: 5 lbs., 35c.; 10 lbs., 60c.; 25 lbs.,
$1.25; 50 lbs., $2.00; 100 lbs., $3.25; 500 lbs., $14.00.
Stim-u-plant. Plant food in tablet form. The most
modern, efficient and scientific method of fertilizing all kinds
and conditions of growing plants in home garden, orchard, and
on farm.
Stim-u-plant is a 26-grain tablet with a guaranteed chemical
analysis of 11 per cent. Nitrogen, 12 per cent. Phosphoric Acid
and 15 per cent. Potash. No other plant food contains anything
like as high an analysis as this. Stim-u-plant Tablets are com-
posed of water soluble materials of great feeding power and of
known weight and percentage of plant food.
Stim-u-plant Tablets should be used directly in the soil at
the base of the plants or dissolved in water and applied to the
soil. Do not spray on the foliage. No matter how rich the soil
may be, these wonderful little tablets will help the plants along.
Pkg. of 30 tablets, 25c.; 100 tablets, 75c.; 1000 tablets,
$3.50.
Tobacco Stems. For fumigating, mulching and fertilizing.
Bbl. sack $1.25; in large bales at 2c. per lb.; Yi ton,
$11.00; ton, $20.00.
Wheat Fertilizer. For grass and grain crops. Apply 800
lbs. per acre. In 200-lb. bags only. 200 lbs., $4.50; 1000 lbs.,
$21.00; ton, $40.00.
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Spray Calendar and Formulas
We give below, In short concise form, the principal diseases and remedies for various trees, fruits, and shrubs. The Informa-
tion is necessarily limited, but we can send catalogue more complete on request.
Insects are both biting and sucking. The first eat leaves and plants and can generally be controlled by poisons such as
Arsenicals. Sucking insects can only be destroyed through the
BITING INSECTS — Best controlled with 2 lbs. Arsenate of
Lead paste to 50 gallons water. Asparagus Beetles, Bean Leaf
Beetles, Spring Canker Worms, Caterpillars, Codling Moth,
Curculio, Flea Beetles, Cherry Fruit Fly, Currant Worms, Lo-
custs, Grasshoppers, Tomato Worms,
SUCKING INSECTS — Fish Oil Soap sprayed 20 to 50 parts
water is effective on Aphis, some Scale Insects, Cabbage Flea
Beetles, Chinch Bugs, Bark Lice.
ANTS — Make holes by driving a stake down six inches deep,
then pour in about a tablespoonful of Bisulphide of Carbon.
Ants on rose bushes and chrysanthemums are not doing any
harm to the plant. They are usually going after Aphis, which
they milk. The Aphis should be destroyed.
APPLE — San Jose Scale, Oyster Shell Scale — Use Lime-Sul-
phur Solution one gallon to ten gallons of water in the Fall or
Winter, preferably in the Fall; if badly infested apply twice.
Apple Scab, Bud Moth, Curculio and Canker Worm — Spray with
Lime-Sulphur one gallon to 40 gallons of water and add two to
three pounds of Arsenate of Lead to each 50 gallons. Apply
when the color shows in the bloom but before the bloom opens.
For Codling Moth spray just after the bloom has fallen with
Lime-Sulphur one gallon to 40 gallons of water, and add two
pounds of Arsenate of Lead to each 50 gallons. The worms en-
ter the apple at the blossom end and each cup must be filled
with spray. Do the work thoroughly. Spray again in 40 to 50
days for the second brood of Codling Moths, which appear at
this time. If Bitter Rot or Black Rot should show in the
orchard, spray with Lime-Sulphur 1 to 40 pounds in 50 gallons
of water.
BLACKBERRIES — Anthracnose and Rust. Cut out and
burn any diseased canes. Spray with Lime-Sulphur 1 to 40
or with Fungi Bordo.
CHERRY — Forbes or Cherry Scale — Spray with Lime-Sul-
phur in the Fall and Winter. For Brown Rot spray with
Lime-Sulphur 1 gallon to 40 gallons of water, and add two
to three pounds of Arsenate of Lead to poison the Curculios.
Spray again about ten days after the fruit has set. Slugs
often eat the surface of the leaves early in June; spray the
trees with Paris Green or Arsenate of Lead.
CHRYSANTHEMUM — Aphis — Use Tobacco Dust or spray
with Tobacco Tea very dilute. For Blight use Bordeaux.
CURRANT — Leaf-blight — Apply Sulphate of Copper Solu-
tion when injury first appears. After fruit is harvested apply
Bordeaux Mixture. Green Currant Worm — Use Arsenate of
Lead. Borers — Cut out and burn infested stems early in the
Spring.
GOOSEBERRY — Mildew — Before buds break, Bordeaux
Mixture. For Worms, dust with Arsenate of Lead.
GRAPES — In the Spring gather and burn all dead wood
and dried fruit of the previous season. Spray with Bordeaux
Mixture as the buds are swelling. About ten days later spray
with Bordeaux. Spray again after the fruit has set and every
two weeks until fruit is nearly full grown.
MAPLE — Caterpillars — Collect and burn egg rings in Fall
and Winter. If practical, spray Arsenate of Lead after first
leaves appear. Borers — Insert wire in holes and kill, or inject
Bisulphide of Carbon in the hole and close with putty or
sticky clay.
HARDY SHRUBS — Where affected with Blight, use Bor-
deaux Mixture two or three times in the Spring. For Leaf-
eating insects, Bordeaux Lead. Scale — Lime-Sulphur Solution
in Fall or Winter.
use of contact sprays, which close the breathing pores.
SHADE TREES — For Scale Insects spray in Fall or Win-
ter with Lime-Sulphur 1 gallon to 10 gallons of water. For
Fungous diseases use Lime-Sulphur or Fungi Bordo; add Ar-
senate of Lead for leaf-eating caterpillars. For Borers use a
wire and pole through burrows, or pour Bisulphide of Carbon in
the hole and stop up with mud or putty to keep in the fumes.
ONION — Maggot — Destroy the young plants affected as
soon as noticed, digging up maggots with the roots. Use Fish
Oil Soap in dilution over plants.
PEACH, APRICOT, AND PLUM— For Peach-leaf Curl-
Spray in the Spring before the buds open with Lime-Sulphur
1 gallon to 15 gallons of water. For Brown Rot and Peach
Scab spray with 1 gallon of Lime-Sulphur to 75 gallons. Spray
before bloom opens and again about ten days after it has
fallen. Spray again in 30 days with the Lime-Sulphur 1 to 75.
PEAR — Blight — Cut out and burn all affected branches
and twigs as soon as the Blight appears; if possible cut about
six inches below blighted part. For Pear Scab and Codling
Moth spray as recommended for the apple.
QUINCE — If twigs blight, cut out and burn all those af-
fected. Spray with Lime-Sulphur and Arsenate of Lead as for
apple after bloom has fallen.
ROSES — Leaf-Curl and Blight — Bordo Lead, apply twice.
For Green-fly or Aphis — Arsenate of Lead before the buds form;
afterwards Lemon Oil Insecticide or Tobacco Solution. For
Slugs — Arsenate of Lead.
STRAWBERRIES — Leaf-blight, Mildew — When growth be-
gins in Spring, Bordo Lead. When first fruits are set, re-
peat. After fruit is harvested, repeat every two weeks.
TOMATO — Leaf-blight — As soon as disease is discovered,
Fungi Bordo; repeat every week or ten days. Rot — Train the
vines, giving as much sunlight as possible. Sow seed at dif-
ferent times, so as to have two or three plantings. Pick in-
fested fruit.
SAN JOSE SCALE — This pest is becoming so serious that
it behooves every farmer, whether he be a fruit grower or not,
to help destroy it. The insect unfortunately is little understood
and hardly noticeable until the trees are practically killed. On
young twigs and veins of the leaves of trees thickly infested,
small spots of a reddish discoloration appear around the scales.
On the trunk and branches there is a rough grayish appear-
ance as if it had been coated with dark ashes. These insects
multiply so rapidly that it has been estimated at Washington,
D. C., that the progeny of a single female would number 3,216,-
080,400 by Fall if all were to survive. They are transferred from
tree to tree by wind, crawling on the feet of birds and in other
ways. At first they seemed to confine their efforts in temperate
latitudes to stone fruits, but have spread to apple, pear, and
other fruit trees, besides oak, maple, and various shade trees,
shrubs, and small fruits. When first born the females move
around freely from twelve to thirty-six hours, then thrust their
beaks into the bark or fruit of the tree and do not move again.
The scaly filaments form over it and they procreate about
every thirty days in Summer, the last brood living over until
Spring. It is imperative that all farmers take up the question
of the San Jose Scale. They can be controlled by spraying
Lime- Sulphur Solution in the Fall, Winter, and early Spring
months while the tree is dormant, 1 gallon to 10 gallons water,
and it is best to spray twice. In the Summer this strong solu-
tion cannot be used on account of the injury to foliage and
fruit, but even weaker solution, 1 gallon to 30 or 40 gallons of
water, seems to have beneficial effect.
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SPRAYERS
Hand — Compressed Air — Bucket and Barrel
NO. 30 IDEAL SPRAYER
BRASS AUTO SPRAYER
MYERS BUCKET PUMP
One of the most popular “one man”
machines made. All working parts made
of brass. Capacity, 15 gallons. Equip-
ped with 10 foot, %-inch spray hose, %-
inch, iron pipe extension, 8 feet long. Fog
nozzle and leakless shutoff.
Price, $25.00
BROWN’S NO. 5 BRASS AUTO SPRAY
PUMP
Not mounted on tank with length of hose and
strainer. Price, $5.00
Galvanized reservoir or knapsack. $3.00
Extension pipe, brass 50
One of the latest in knapsack line. Can
be used without the reservoir if barrel
or bucket is more convenient.
We sell all parts for Brown’s Sprayers.
Send for booklet giving prices.
It operates by compressed air; safe
and efficient; liquid capacity, four gal-
lons; pressure capacity, 40 lbs. No
sprayer is sold under broader guarantee
for efficiency and durability. They will
successfully spray bushes, shrubbery and
trees, the latter with the use of extension
pipes. The brass tank sprayer is the best
as corrosive solutions can be used in it
without injuring the same.
No. 1A Brass Tank with stop cock. $9.00
No. IB Brass Tank with auto spray 9.50
No. 1C Galvanized Tank with stop cock. . . . 6.00
No. ID Galvanized Tank with Auto Spray . 6.50
BRASS AUTO SPRAY
A continuous fine spray, just the thing
for house and garden use. Price, $1.50.
This is a
good quali-
ty sprayer,
made of
heavy brass
tubing, has
brass ball
valves, is
double act-
ing. Two jjj
sizes of noz- $
zles, 3 ft. of ®
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good hose. >
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Patent agi- n
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tator. o
For any
kind of
spraying or
white-wash-
ing this
pump excels.
Price, $6.00
PATENT AGITATOR
BRASS BALL VALVES
SPRAY NOZZLES AND FITTINGS
Auto Spray (see cut) $0.50
Auto-Pop (see cut) 1-50
Non-Clog Jr. . -75
Fembro or Power 75
Imperial *40
Graduating Vermorel 75
Bordeaux -90
Brass Male End Coupling 30
Brass Female End Coupling 30
Brass Elbow (see cut) 30
Syphon Tube
Removable
Straight ^
Spray Cap
Filler
Opening
removed without
taking out screws
AUTO-SPRAY NO. 6
FAULTLESS TIN SPRAYER
AUTO-POP
Is equipped with malleable iron foot-
rest, with a clearance of 16 inches, big,
easy-grip iron handle. Brass suction
strainer is made of brass casting and
screen of large surface. The hose is 3
feet in length and is of extra quality.
Each pump is furnished with two noz-
zles, one for solid stream and the other
for throwing a fine mist spray. The
mist-spraying nozzle is fitted with a
screen to prevent clogging.
Price, complete, $5.00
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
B-D SIFTER
This is an ideal sifter
for applying Bug Death
dry. It is of the very
latest pattern, remark-
ably effective and dis-
tinctly economical.
Easy to operate, and
gives quick covering to
all plants and vines
requiring a top applica-
tion. The price of this
very useful implement
is 75 cents.
DICKEY DUSTER
Price 40c.
ONE- GALLON
SPRAYER
Most convenient
size compressed-air
type sprayer on the
market. Tank, 6J4"
dia. by 8%" high.
Two styles.
Price — 1-gallon,
Brass $5.60
Price, 1-gallon,
Galvanized 3.75
VERTICAL BARREL PUMP
This pump is sold with or without the barrel.
Will fit any barrel. Is fastened to the side of the
barrel where the most strength is. Has bronze
ball valves and hemp packing with lead core, all
easily gotten at. 100 pounds pressure maintained
with two nozzles. Can be used with one or two
leads of hose.
No. 194, price, $17.00
SMITH JR. NO. 1 HAND SPRAY
SMITH DRY POWDER DUSTER
AIR-CHAMBER
REMOVABLE BRASS
/CHECK VALVE
COMPRESSED
AIR CHAMBER
EXTRA NOZZLE
SHRUNK ON
NOT soldered
FILLING HOLE COVER
Made of heavy tin, nicely painted; hold in
reservoir over 1 qt. or 4 lbs. Paris Green; hs#
fan blower; will dust one or two rows fast as
operator can walk.
Tin, painted red, a continuous fine
spray.
Price. $1.00
THE FEENEY POWDER DUSTER
An ideal duster for all kinds of nsecticide and
fungicide to gardens, flowers, shrubs, etc., also used
for killing flies, roaches, bugs in homes or in the
barns or stables.
Easy to use, easy to work, nothing to get out of
order. Positively the best powder duster on the
market.
Price, $1.25
Price, complete, all attachments $10.00
BARREL SPRAYER
BUCKET SPRAYER
Brass pump, bronze baL
valves, wick packing — all
easy to get at. Pump easily
detached if you want to use
it in a half barrel. 100 lbs
constant pressure.
No. 195, price, complete, . S15.00
No. 197 is simply our bucket sprayer pump set in a
barrel and mounted on a truck. Can be removed easily
when wanted for use in a bucket. Th's outfit can be
operated by one man. It is recommended for small
estates, in public parks, around railroad stations, on
chicken farms, etc. No. 197, price, $26.50.
HUDSON CRESCENT SPRAYER
A strong, practical glass-jar sprayer. Long pump — double tube
type. Any quart size Mason jar can be used. Finish, Blue Lacquer.
Jar and Sprayer.
Price $0.85
POWDER BELLOWS
| For dusting any dry powder; use either straight or bent neck. Price, $1.75
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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INSECTICIDES AND FUNGICIDES
*Ant-I-Cide. The lawn saver. The ant is a
very persistent pest. Use Ant-I-Cide which is
in powder form in order to protect your lawn
from destruction by the ant pest.
Directions on 1-lb. box. Price 30c.
Sent by mail at purchaser’s expense. Mailing
weight 2 pounds.
Arsenate of Lead (Dry Powder Form).
Being the more popular form of this destroyer, owing to its
economical ways of being applied (can be used either as dusting
powder or diluted in water).
Dusting directions, 1 to 2 pounds per acre.
Diluted in water, 1 pound to 50 gallons.
Price, 34*lb., 30c.; lb., 55c.; 5 lbs., $2.65; 10 lbs., S5.00.
Arsenate of Lead Paste. Has attained a wide reputation
as a reliable and economical insecticide and is particularly destruc-
tive to leaf-eating insects.
It is in paste form and should be sprayed in the proportion of
1 ounce to 1 gallon of water. Lb. can, 40c.
Arsenate of Zinc (Powder). A quick-acting adhesive in-
secticide for Rose Bugs and Beetles on potatoes and other truck
crops, 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 55c.; 5 lbs., S2.50.
“Black Leaf 40“ is a concentrated solution of nicotine sul-
phate, is used as a safe and effective spray for plant lice; contains
40 per cent, nicotine by weight; can be combined and applied
with other insecticides and fungicides. Oz. bottle, 35c.; 34-lb.
can, SI. 25; 2 lbs., S3. 75.
Bordeaux (Dry Bordeaux Mixture). The perfect Dry Bor-
deaux Mixture Concentrate is a dry powder, no danger of freezing,
no freight to pay for water; use 8 pounds to 50 gallons of water.
Price, J4 lb., 25c.; lb., 45c.; 5 lbs., S2.00.
Write for leaflet describing this
*Bug Death. Is a very fine
powder, so exceptionally tena-
cious that is does not wash off.
If used when the tender shoots
comes from the ground you
never will be bothered, but even
if the bugs and worms have got
the upper hand, it is not too late
by any means to use Bug Death
right now, for it will kill any
bug or worm that eats the leaf,
blossoms, or flower of any plant.
It is ideal for use on Potato,
Squash, Cucumber, Currant,
Gooseberry and Tomato plants
and vines; for house plants and
‘‘that little vegetable garden”
it is unexcelled.
It contains no Arsenic nor Arsenical poison of any name or
nature. Does not harm birds, animals or foliage, no matter how
freely it is applied. In addition to killing the bugs or germs and
preventing blight, it nourishes the plant. Lb. cans, 20c.;
3-lb. pkgs., 50c.; 5-lb. pkgs., 70c.; 1234 lbs., $1.40.
Bordeaux Arsenate of Lead (Paste). Used for the same
purposes as dry powder for spraying against mildew and blight.
Price, lb., 30c.; 5 lbs., SI. 25.
Bordeaux Mixture (Paste). The supreme remedy against
Fungus, Rust and Rot. Five ounces to gallon of water is standard
strength. Lb., 30c.; 5 lbs., $1.25.
Cut Worm Killer. The Cut Worm helps to
make the cost of living higher. Use the means at
hand to destroy this pest and get a good crop from
your protected plants.
Directions on 1 pound sprinkler boxes. Price, 30c.
Sent by mail at purchaser’s expense. Mailing
weight, 2 pounds.
Hellebore. One of the best insecticides for all
around garden use. Destroys almost all leaf and
flower-eating insects. Can be applied dry or in
powder form. Price, 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 55c.
Lime-Sulphur Solution. A liquid preparation. Our brand
stays in suspension perfectly; always ready for use. Directions:
For destroying Scale, 1 gallon to 8 gallons of water: for destroy-
ing Fungus, 1 gallon to 35 gallons. Price, qt., 45c. ; 2 qts., 75c.;
gal., SI. 25; 5 gals., $3.75; bbl. (50 galsj, S15.00.
Lime Sulphur (Dry Powder). Reduces the cost of spray-
ing by fighting three different classes of pests and diseases with
the same weapon at the same time.
It is used for the control of San Jose Scale, Oyster Shellback
Louse and other Scale Insects; Apple Scab, Peach Leaf Curl and
other fungous diseases; Pear Psylla, Leaf Blister Mite and Aphis.
It is put up in air-tight cans, powder form, and will keep
indefinitely. Lb. can, 35c.; 5-lb. can, $1.25; 10-lb. can,
$2.25; 25-lb. can, $4.00.
Paris Green. The old time Potato Bug destroyer. Use care
in applying on account of its burning properties. Use 2 pounds
to 50 gallons of water or 2 pounds to 100 pounds of Land Plaster.
Can use in same proportions with Limoid instead of Land Plaster.
Price, 34’lb- pkg., 20c.; 34-lb., 35c.; lb., 60c.
Pyrox. A paste used for all leaf-biting insects. Is really a
Bordeaux and Arsenate of Lead mixture. Dilute 1 pound to 5
gallons of water. Price, lb., 40c.; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs.,
$2.50.
Rajah. A distinctive disinfectant and deodorizer for destroy-
ing flies, moths, mosquitoes, roaches, etc. Price, 34 pt., 25c.;
pt., 50c.
*Sulphur (Flowers). Price, lb., 10c. ; 10 lbs., 80c.; 25 lbs.,
$1.75.
*Slug Shot. One of the old and well known remedies for
destroying slugs, currant worms, cabbage worms and all of the
soft shelled insects which trouble vegetation. 5-lb. pkg., 50c.;
10-lb. pkg., 95c.
*Sulphur Candles. For fumigating. 34"lb. can, 10c.;
34-lb. can, 20c.; lb., 30c.
*Tobacco Dust. Used for dusting delicate plants, especially
good for the soft shell pests which infest flowers. Also for all
low growing or trailing varieties of vegetables. Price, lb. pkg.,
10c.; 5-lb. pkg., 40c.; 10-lb. pkg., 60c. Larger quantities,
price on application.
Tobacco Stems. Used for fumigating. Also soaked in water
makes a spray. Much used by florists upon tender plants.
5-lb. pkg., 25c.; bbl. sack, $1.15; bale, $2.00.
*Tree Tanglefoot. An absolute safeguard against all creeping
insects on trees. Apply with paddle, making a band around the
tree 3 inches wide. Vermin can not get over it. Lb. can, 50c.;
5 -lb. can, $2.40. See page 61.
*Whale Oil Soap (Fish Oil Soap). An old reliable remedy for
spraying against scale and other pests. Can be used in varying
proportions dissolved in water. 34 lb., 15c.; lb. pkg., 25c.;
5-lb. pkg., SI. 00.
Weed Killer (Atlas). A scientific chemical which kills weeds
and grass permanently, quickly, easily, cheaply. Gets down to
the deepest root. Kills the weeds for the whole season. L'sed
by thousands of people all over the L'nited States — owners of
estates and homes, as well as leading cities and railroads.
One gallon of Atlas Weed Killer, diluted with 20 gallons of
water and applied with an ordinary sprinkling can, will clean up
600 square feet — and keep it free from weeds for the whole
season.
A 500-gallon tank wagon with two men will cover about 234
miles of road 20 feet wide in one day — at an average cost of Si
per 1000 square feet— including cost of applying. Compare this
with costly hand-weeding.
Atlas is the active agent, water merely the distributor; there-
fore, we recommend water at the ratio of 20 to 1 as ample to
thoroughly saturate the soil. 40 or 50 to 1 will have the same
effect, but makes unnecessary distribution labor.
Pkgs., 1 qt., 60c.; J4 gal., SI. 00; 1 gal., S1.75; 5 gals., $7.00.
*Ant Driver. One of the best preparations made to drive all
kinds of ants from houses. It is a non-poisonous powder for
sprinkling along baseboards of rooms or any place you desire to
be kept free from them. Price in sprinkler boxes, 30c.
AHILCIDe
Barrel prices on application,
preparation.
Marked * can be sent by Parcel Post at purchaser’s expense.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
POULTRY AND PIGEON FEEDS
OUR RULE — “Absolute freedom from all dirt and foreign matter.”
Coarse Cut Alfalfa.
An excellent and invigor-
ating green food for fowls,
very easily digested, and
calculated to keep them
in fine condition. Our
preparation is specially
recleaned from all foreign
matter before being cut
to edible size. 10 lbs.,
45c.; sack (100 lbs.),
$3.00.
Alfalfa Meal. For
feeding dry or mixing in
mash; excellent for the
little chicks. 10 lbs.,
50c.; 100 lbs., $3.00.
Barley. The great mus-
cle and bone builder. Our
grade of this grain is no exception to our rule — “absolute freedom
from all dirt and foreign matter.” 5 lbs., 30c.; 10 lbs., 50c.;
bushel (48 lbs.), $2.50.
Bone (Granulated Poultry Size). Contains the necessary
Phosphoric Acid and Lime so essential to laying hens. It has all
the nutritive ingredients essential to good egg production.
5 lbs., 35c.; 10 lbs., 60c.; 25 lbs., $1.35; 100 lbs., $5.00.
Buckwheat. Very useful, and giving poultry a variety in the
way of feed. 5 lbs., 25c.; 10 lbs., 40c.
Chick Feed. (Pratts Baby Chick
Food.) A perfect food for young chicks,
ducks and turkeys. So ground and bolted
that it is mechanically pre-digested.
Furnishes the same nutriment, in the
same proportion, as the mother hen. Pkg.
(2V2 lbs.), 25c. ; pkg. (5% lbs.), 50c.;
14 lbs., $1.25.
Chick Scratch. Too much atten-
tion cannot be given the quality and
preparation of the ingredients of which chick feed is made, for,
if impure grain is used, the mass soon tends to become mouldy,
and the chicks will suffer. We offer only the best. 5 lbs., 30c.;
10 lbs., 50c.; 25 lbs., $1.05; 100 lbs., $3.50.
Canada Peas. Most preferable for feeding pigeons, being
perfectly round and very small. We are offering especially fine
grade. Price upon application.
Charcoal (Granulated). Excellent for young and old chicks,
should be kept constantly in reach of all chicks. Prevents sour
crop. It is of uniform grade, carefully screened and free from
dust. It aids digestion and promotes the health of fowls in
every way. Fine, medium, coarse. Pkg., 15c.; sack (50 lbs.),
$2.00.
Corn (Cracked). Our Cracked Corn is made from sound,
well matured and well cured grain. It is fresh and sweet.
5 lbs., 25c.; 10 lbs., 40c.
Corn (Whole Small Flint). Our flint corn is the best obtain-
able. It is clean, sweet and free from foreign matter. 5 lbs.,
35c.; 10 lbs., 60c.; 100 lbs., $5.50.
Flax Seed (Or Linseed Meal). Tends to produce a fine,
glossy plumage. Should be fed occasionally in small quantities,
with other soft feed. 5 lbs., 40c.; 10 lbs., 75c.; sack (100 lbs.),
$6.00.
Grit (Mica Crystal). To aid digestion it is necessary to feed
some gritty material. Mica Crystal supplies this want better
than any other article known. We supply this in three grades,
fine, for small chicks and birds; medium and coarse, for larger
fowl. Fine, medium, coarse. 5 lbs., 15c.; sack (100 lbs.),
$1.50.
Gluten Meal. For feeding poultry and stock; is an excellent
addition to all mash feeds and a good fattening agent. Price
on application.
Growing Mash (Pratts). Prepared
especially for properly matured young
chicks, after they are ready to have the
chick food, and so carry them along to
the age when they are ready to feed on
the whole grain. Chicks should be
given developing food when from eight
to ten weeks old. 5 lbs., 30c.; 10 lbs.,
50c.; 25 lbs., $1.00; 100 lbs., $3.80.
Hemp. A healthful feed, noted for
its fattening properties. 1 lb., 15c.;
5 lbs., 45c.; 10 lbs., 80c.
Kaffir Corn. Our Kaffir Corn is
the white, and the best procurable for
feeding purposes. We offer only fresh,
recleaned seed, absolutely free from
dust or other foreign matter. 10 lbs., 45c.; 25 lbs., $1.10;
100 lbs., $3.80.
Laying Mash (Pratts). A feed for
chick development. Also an egg-pro-
ducing feed. Hens fed upon it are
laying when others are laying off.
Poultry raisers everywhere, some of
wide reputation, have enthusiastically
given credit to it for phenomenal win-
nings in egg competitions and in the
show rooms. And results are of greatest
importance to the average poultryman.
5 lbs., 25c.; 10 lbs., 45c.; 25 lbs.,
85c.; 100 lbs., $3.25.
Meat Scraps (Or Poultry Meat).
Manufactured for us by a reliable
firm. Nothing but pure materials are used, and no deleterious
preservatives. Our stock is strictly fresh at all times. It is a
great egg producer. 5 lbs., 40c.; 10 lbs., 70c.; sack (100
lbs.), $5.50.
Millet (Bird). Best imported seed. Large size, bright colored
grain. Scattered in fine litter it “provides” more exercise
than any other grain food, making the “wee wee babies” get
right down to hard work to get their “ daily bread.’ lb., 10c.;
5 lbs., 40c.; 10 lbs., 70c.
Oats. Our stock of this food is extra heavy; fine for sprouting.
4 qts., 50c.; 8 qts., 90c.
Oyster Shell (Prepared). Manufactured from shells in a
pure condition. The lime contained in the shells assists in the
formation of the egg shell and contributes to the general health
of the fowls. Fine, medium, coarse, 5 lbs., 15c.; sack (100
lbs.), $1.50.
Prices of Poultry and Pigeon feeds fluctuate constantly, and will be quoted on application.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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“XX” Red Gross Pigeon Health Grit is
superior to the other Red Cross brands by reason
of its having more concentrated Pure Bone Ash,
and tonic properties, and costs more than any
other Health Grit to prepare. The analysis of
the droppings from the birds fed on the “XX”
shows 62 per cent, less waste of protein than
that from birds not fed with it, proving conclu-
sively the great waste of food that goes in the
droppings that should be used, adding flesh more
quickly, giving more vigor and strength to the birds, and a great
saving on feed. The price may seem high in proportion to that
of ordinary Grits, but as the manufacturers make it in immense
quantities, the price has been reduced to a minimum at per sack
of 100 lbs. Sack (100 lbs.), 90c.
Pigeon Feed. To meet the requirements of the discriminating
pigeon fancier, who may raise birds either on a large or on a small
scale, we have prepared, and find ready sale for, the mixtures
that will here follow:
No. 1. A mixture of grains most suitable for homers and all
fancy birds.
If you want your birds to fly fast, feed No. 1. It is a speed
maker; does not contain any corn. 5 lbs., 40c.; 10 lbs., 65c.;
25 lbs., $1.60; 100 lbs., $5.40.
“Special.” Is one specially mixed for those who want a
feed with corn in the mixture; it is very similar in other respects
to No. 1. Fancy birds greatlv relish this food. 5 lbs., 40c.;
10 lbs., 65c.; 25 lbs., $1.60; 100 lbs., $5.40.
BIRD,
Bird Rape. Some canaries prefer a large proportion of Rape
Seed, others less. We supply it separately at the prices following:
Lb., 20c.; 5 lbs., 50c.; larger lots, prices on application.
Bird Lettuce. A slight sprinkle of this is much relished by
canaries and should be given only occasionally, as lettuce con-
tains a slight trace of opium, which is, however, not harmful.
Oz., 5c.; 34 lb., 10c.; lb., 25c.
Bird Millet. This is especially well adapted for mixture with
canary and rape for feeding canaries, as it gives variety. Lb.,
15c.; bushel (50 lbs.), price on application.
Bird Tonic. A reliable medicine for loss of song, asthma or
hard breathing, diarrhoea, moulting out of season, and those
troubles arising from colds or exposure of cage birds. It is a
liquid and is administered in the drinking water. Sick birds will
not sing. If your bird has lost its song try this tonic. Full
directions on bottle. Price, 25c.
Cuttle Bone. The bone of the cuttle fish, an indispensable
adjunct to the canary bird. Each, 10c.
Canary (Plain). The canary seed we import is large, Spanish,
heavy and free from dust or other impurities. Canary raisers
appreciate the fact that it does not pay to feed dusty and fer-
mented seeds. Lb., 15c.; 5 lbs., 45c.; larger lots, prices on
application.
Canary- (Mixed). A mixture of canary and bird rape, very
beneficial to cage birds, to which may be added any of the seeds
enumerated below, at the option of the customer. Lb., 15c.;
5 lbs., 45c.; larger lots, prices on application.
Wafer Fish Food. This is an imported
white wafer cereal Fish Food. Each wafer is
2 24x3% inches and is as thick as blotting
paper. This is the old fashioned fish food
sold by all aquarium fish dealers. Put up in
neat cartons with directions. Price, per
carton, 15c.
Natural Fish Food. This is a granular food made from
cereal, fish and meat. It is in pinhead sized kernels. Fish relish
It greatly and thrive upon it wonderfully. The quantity in. each
box is liberal and its keeping qualities are excellent. Price, per
box, 15c.
“Squab Maker.” This mixture contains the same grains as
“Special,” but in varied proportions. This mixture is quite
popular with large pigeon ranchers. 10 lbs., 65c.; 50 lbs.,
$3.20; 100 lbs., $5.40.
Scratch Feed. We are the local agents for the largest
Western house manufacturing this kind of feed. It is a popular
sort and has an immense sale, because of its excellent feeding
qualities. 5 lbs., 20c.; 10 lbs., 35c.; 25 lbs., 60c.; 100 lbs.,
$2.25.
Rice (Broken). Used with other feed, lightens digestion;
improves the birds. Price on application.
Rape (Dwarf Essex). Why not plant some of this seed early
in the spring? It makes quick growth and is one of the best
forage plants known for poultry. Lb., 15c.; larger lots,
prices on application.
Salt Cat (For Pigeons). A mixture of aromatic herbs and
tonic remedies. Sold in compressed brick form. Brick, 10c.;
3 for 25c.
Sunflower (Large and Small). For chickens. Clean seed and
well filled grades. 5 lbs., 75c.; bushel (25 lbs.), price on ap-
plication.
Tobacco Stems. For making nests for pigeons or poultry.
5 lbs., 25c.; bbl. sack, $1.25; bale, $2.50.
Vetches (For Pigeons). A most excellent food for pigeons.
10 lbs., $1.00; 100 lbs., $8.50.
Wheat (Feeding). The quality of our feeding wheat will be
found all than can be desired. 5 lbs., 35c.; 10 lbs., 60c.
FOODS
Hemp. Hemp seed has a tendency to fatten the birds, and
should therefore be fed only in small quantities occasionally.
Lb. 15c.; 5 lbs., 45c.; larger lots, prices on application.
Hulled Oats. 5 lbs., 50c.; 10 lbs., 90c.; 25 lbs., $2.00.
Maw Seed. Calculated to improve the song of canaries, etc.
Also used as a condiment. Per lb., 20c.
Spratt’s Patent Meat Fi-
brine Vegetable Dog Biscuits.
The standard dog food. Used
at the leading kennels and dog
shows throughout the world. A
staple and constant food for all
breeds of dogs. lb. 15c.; 3 lbs.,
40c.; 25 lbs., $2.90; 100 lbs.,
$11.00.
Spratt’s Patent Puppy Biscuits. The standard puppy food.
A perfect and whole food for puppies of all breeds. Puppies
should be started on these biscuits when about a month old,
and then should be continued until such time as their teeth
become sound and strong, usually when they are about six
months old. Lb., 15c.; 3 lbs., 40c.; 25 lbs., $3.25; 100 lbs.,
$12.00.
Song Restorer. No lover of the Canary should
be without this health and song stimulator. It is a
wonderfully invigorating tonic for Canary Birds,
Gold Finches, Parrots and most seed-eating birds.
It is for use in small quantities in connection with
the daily food, and supplies elements necessary to
healthy bird life. It helps restore to their natural
notes, birds which have lost their song from expos-
ure to cold or from excessive moulting. Excellent
for breeding birds. Your pet must “feel right” to sing, and
Sterlingworth Song Restorer helps him to “feel right.”
If your bird is not doing well or does not sing, the use of just one
box will show pleasing results. More healthy, lively birds, more
song and better plumage follow its use. Price, 25c.
Sunflower (Large, for Parrots). Extra large, well-filled seed,
very acceptable to discriminating parrots. Lb., 15c.; 5 lbs.,
50c.; 10 lbs., 80c.; larger lots, prices on application.
Sand (Red and Silver). Fine. Pkt., 5c.; box, 50c.
Pebbles. Qt\, 5c.; pk., 30c.; bushel, $1.00.
THAW H MARK
HEALTH
GRIT 1
DOG AND FISH
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
INTERNATIONAL
SANITARY HOVER
The International Sanitary Hovers
have stood every climatic test from
Panama to Quebec. Practical poultry-
men, state experiment stations and
poultry judges indorse them. You can
raise chicks anywhere with International
Sanitary Hovers. No specially con-
structed houses are necessary. There is
no better place than in your regular hen
houses.
Sanitary Hovers are as practical for
the small back-yard poultry raiser as for
the large poultry farms. They are fire-
proof and vermin-proof, warmest at the
curtain, radiate heat downward on the
backs of the chicks, and in this way
prevent leg weakness — usable anywhere
— ready for business, wherever placed.
To set them up, you simply set them
down. No crowding or smothering of
chicks — no kneeling in mud to get at
the lamp — no cutting of holes or building
of platforms. You want the best brood-
ing device — you will get it in the Sanitary
Hovers. Price, $13.50.
SPECIAL PARTS FOR THE INTERNA-
TIONAL SANITARY HOVERS.
Canvas Curtain, double $0.85
Curtain Rings 35
Draft Pipe 75
Felt Curtains 75
Felt Lamp Wicks 10
Hover Bodies 8.00
Lamp with Burner and Chimney 1.50
Lamp Burner 40
Lamp Chimney 35
Lamp Fount 65
Lamp Frame 3.50
Mica Disk for Peep Hole 10
Set Screw for Burner 05
Thermometers 70
QUEEN INCUBATORS
HATCH CHICKS THAT LIVE AND GROW
Stop hatching weak chicks with cheap incubators. A Queen costs but
little more, and the extra chicks that live and grow soon pay the difference.
Remember, it is not how many chicks you hatch that counts, but how
many you raise. Chicks that hatch out weak and wobbly, and live but a few
days, mean nothing to you but trouble and loss. They make one sick of the
poultry business.
Most of the chicks you lose in the first few weeks die because they did not
have, when hatched, enough strength or vitality for a good start. Queen
Incubators are famous the country over for big hatches of strong, healthy
chicks that live and grow.
STYLE K QUEEN INCUBATORS
INCUBATORS
NO.
CAPACITY
PRICE
NO.
CAPACITY
PRICE
1
• • • 85 eggs
$27.50
20. . .
70 eggs
.$16.50
2
. . .135 eggs
37.50
21. . . .
130 eggs
. 27.50
3
180 eggs
.... 44.50
22. . . .
220 eggs
. 36.75
4
. . .275 eggs
57.50
5
. . .400 eggs
68.00
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THE FAMOUS MAGIC BROODER
MADE IN TWO SIZES
Built by a man who has made
good. This brooder is like a good
mother; it never tires; it works
while the little ones sleep, and not
only broods but raises the chicks.
Capacity 100 to 500 chicks. All
cast iron. Write for catalogue;
mailed free on application.
Small size — capacity, 100 to 200
Chicks. Price $22.00
Curtain and attachment, SI. 75 extra.
Large size — capacity 100 to 500
Chicks. Price $27.00
Curtain and attachment, S2.00 extra.
THE EUREKA COLONY
BROODER STOVE
This Brooder Stove is one of the most
economical ones on the market. Made in
two sizes. Foreword: The capacity of
Brooder Stoves can only be determined
by amount of floor space given them, and
not by size of stoves. For full description
of this stove, call or write for descriptive
catalog. Mailed free to all who apply.
No. 10 size — limit of floor space 8x8 feet.
Price, $21.50
No. 20 size — limit of floor space 14x14 feet.
Price, $26.50
PRE-EGG-SERVER—
WATERGLASS
Waterglass is recommended by the
U. S. Agricultural Department and by
that of foreign countries as the best
method of keeping eggs. The package
shown in this cut contains sufficient
material to keep about 15 dozen eggs in
a five gallon crock.
With eggs as high as they have been
for the past several years, no one is
overlooking the opportunity of putting
up a few dozen or more during the spring
when the price is at its lowest point.
Price, 20c. pkg.
WAFER THERMOSTATS
Used in many Incubators and Brooders.
3 inch Single $0.50
3 inch Double 75
4 inch Single 75
4 inch Double 1.10
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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METAL EGG BOX
This is the ideal, indestructible box for
forwarding household eggs by parcels
post or express; can be used an indefinite
number of times.
2- dozen capacity $1.00 each
3- dozen capacity 1.25 “
4- dozen capacity 1.50 “
6-dozen capacity 1.75 “
LOCAL OR PLAIN EGG BOXES
3x4 style
Strong cardboard; all right for local use.
Price — dozen, 15c.; fifty, 55c.; 100, $1.00.
2x6 style
Made to suit a more exclusive trade, who want
a fancy carrier. Extra quality.
Price — dozen, 20c.; fifty, 75c.; 100, $1.45.
CAPONIZING SET
Do your own caponizing, made easy
with these tools. To caponize is to make
the finest meat grown under feathers.
Farmer’s Set $3.50
THERMOMETERS
We carry a full as-
sortment of tested ther-
mometers, a few of
which are listed below.
No. 5981— Hot Bed,
$1.75
No. 5715- — Dairy .65
No. 5740-S — Dairy
Flange 70
No. 5378 — Storm .75
Household
8" Tin Case $0.85
10" “ “ .... 1.25
8" Copper Case 1.50
10" “ “ 1.75
8" Wood Back .15
10" “ “ .40
Hover.
Household.
APCO EGG CARRIER
The APCO Patented Egg Carrier,
equipped with the patented APCO fillers,
in which the eggs ride suspended in a
corrugated hammock and enclosed in a
shock-absorbing receptacle, is the best
medium for the transportation of eggs
ever devised.
This Carrier is built on a scientific
shock-absorbing principle. The filler is
manufactured of heavy material and is
superbound and enclosed with three
thicknesses of double-faced shock-absorb-
ing corrugated paper, which forms a
carton. This carton is protected and
enclosed by a vulcanized fiber container.
The material from which this container is
made is manufactured under tremendous
weight and pressure. This material has
proven itself superior to either metal or
wood for shipping containers.
By reversing the outside container the
return address is brought to the top ready
for reshipment.
The Carrier is held assembled by a
leather strap and buckle, which also acts
as a handle and as a guard to the address
label. Price postpaid.
1 dozen size $0.75
2 “ “ 1.00
3 “ “ 1.25
4 “ “ 1.35
6 “ “ 1.75
PROTECTING CLOTH OR
CURTAIN FRONTS
To be used in place of sash in poultry houses;
prevents drafts, but allows ventilation.
Medium weight 30c. yd.
Heavy weight 40c. yd.
Breeder. Incubator.
HUMPTY DUMPTY EGG CRATE
The handiest and strongest carrier on the
market. It is collapsible and occupies little room
when not in use.
CAPACITY
EACH
DOZ.
36 eggs, ( 3 doz.,)
$0.45
$5.00
72 eggs, ( 6 doz.,)
55
5.80
108 eggs, ( 9 doz.,)
65
6.60
144 eggs, (12 doz.,)
75
7.40
180 eggs, (15 doz.,)
85
8.20
EGG TESTERS
Hand Lamp Tester
Can be used on any ordinary lamp;
made of tin and felt.
Postpaid, 30c.
PIGEON NESTING BOWLS
Earthen
The best kind — won’t upset.
Price
each DOZ.
8 inches $0.15 $1.40
9 inches 20 2.00
NESTING EGGS
China or Opal
Per dozen $0.35
Per gross 3.75
Medicated, per dozen, 75c.; 7c. each.
HOVER OR BROODER FELT
We carry an excellent quality of this material.
Price, $1.00 yd. — 2 yds. wide.
INCUBATOR HYGROMETER
Moisture and ventilation have heretofore been a
matter of guesswork almost entirely, and even the
experienced operators cannot always guess right,
there being such a great difference in conditions,
such as high and low altitude, cold and hot weather.
All these conditions make moisture regulation
quite difficult unless you have a reliable Hygrometer
such as our Tycos Hygrometer. This instrument
will work in any incubator and will give satisfac-
tion. Price, $1.85.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
Why a Collins Oat Sprouter Will
Earn You Money
It Will Make Hens Lay When Eggs
Bring High Prices
Whether you keep a
few birds in the back
yard or run a big com-
mercial plant, you want
eggs during the Winter
months. And, to get
eggs at that time you
must make conditions
like those of Springtime,
when the hens lay
naturally. In the Spring,
there is always plenty of
fresh green grass. But
you can furnish Winter
green feed at small cost
which is quite as palat-
able and even more
nourishing. Sprouted
oats will “make the hens
sing ” in zero weather.
It Will Save Grain
and That Means a
Lot These Days
In a Collins Sprouter,
the bursting oat grains
draw on the water and air for nourishment and
combine these elements into wholesome nourishing
green feed that will make your grain go 200%
farther than when fed in the ordinary way.
Weight
8 Pans 11x15 — the Popular Size.. .$4.00 14 lbs.
5 Pans 11x15, Small Back Yard
Flock 3.00 9 lbs.
8 Pans 11x32 — for BIG Business. . 8.00 28 lbs.
POULTRY NETTING
Best quality silver-finished wire. Gal-
vanized after woven.
No. 20
No. 19
1 in. mesh 150 run- 2 in. mesh 150 run-
ning ft. to the bale. ning ft. to the bale.
Per bale Per bale
12 in. wide
$3.36
12 in.
wide
$1.68
18 “
4.80
18 “
6 6
2.40
24 “
6.00
24 “
66
3.00
30 “
7.32
30 “
66
3.68
36 “
8.37
36 “
66
4.19
42 “
9.75
42 “
66
4.88
48 “
11.15
48 “
“
5.58
60 “
13.00
60 “
66
6.88
72 “
15.60
72 “
6 6
8.37
Staples for fastening netting.
% inch 15c per lb.
POULTRY MARKERS
These will be found very useful for
marking poultry, which is done in the
web of the foot. A perfectly painless
operation, and you can always identify
your fowls. We carry in stock all
approved makes.
A new improved Punch. Works
easily, cuts clean, and does not pinch the
foot. Nickel plated.
Ideal Poultry Punch Each, 50c.
A popular and practical Punch. Makes
a clean perforation and does not bruise
the foot.
Perfect Poultry Punch Each, 25c.
POULTRY BANDS
“VICTOR”
Aluminum Leg Bands.
In colors with printed
numbers.
Victor Bands combine
beauty, safety, durability,
comfort, convenience and
high visibility.
Five bright colors — Red, White, Blue,
Green and Yellow.
Made of aluminum with celluloid
number plate. Smooth finish, cannot
injure leg. Large size. Light weight.
A combination which insures comfort.
A safe band, easily put on and will stay
on. Adjustable to any size leg. Suitable
for any breed. Postpaid.
SETS NUMBERED PRICE
1 to 12 $0.50
1 to 25. ... 1.00
1 to 50 2.00
1 to 100 4.00
“SPIR-OL”
Celluloid Leg Bands
The most popular Band for poultry;
made in ten distinct shades and colors:
Blue, Pink, Amber, Black, Red, White,
Green, Dark Blue, Yellow, Purple.
Asiatic: Doz., 18c.; 100, $1.00;
1000, $8.00.
American, Mediterranean and Ban-
tam: Doz., 15c.; 100, 80c.; 1000,
$6.50.
Pigeon and Baby Chick : Doz., 10c.;
100, 65c.: 1000, $4.25.
Prices postpaid.
“ALUMINUM”
Adjustable Leg Bands
Adjusted to fit the leg
of any size fowl. It locks
with a double clamp, fits
the leg perfectly, and, once on, stays until
you remove it. They are sold in sets, and
numbered consecutively. The numbers
are always clear and distinct. Trap-
nesters and show bird breeders will
readily recognize the value of this
numbered band. Prices postpaid.
SETS NUMBERED PRICE PER SET
1 to 12 $0.15
1 to 25 25
1 to 50 45
1 to 100 85
KILLING KNIVES
The use of a practical knife in killing
poultry will be found to be a more humane
and satisfactory method of slaughtering.
Mingle’s Swift Sure, 35c.
Pilling French Killing Knife, 60c.
Progressive, 60c.
The quickest and most humane manner
of killing poultry and squabs.
Banner Root Cutter
The Banner Root Cutters cut beets,
turnips, carrots, onions, potatoes, cab-
bage, mangels and all other roots and
vegetables; they cut fast, fine and are
easy running; leaves the feed in fine
ribbon-like strips that make choking
impossible. The knives are adjustable
and are made of the very best of steel.
An iron grate in bottom of hoppers lets
dirt and gravel escape before reaching
the knives.
No. 7— Poultry Size, $6.50.
Bolts to table or bench. A good ma-
chine: grinds fine or coarse any kind of
cereal. All bearings are chilled.
BLACK HAWK
Price, $4.00.
Weight, 17 lbs.
GRIST MILL
MINGLE’S No. 1 GRINDING MILL
Especially made to grind or granulate
Dry Bones, Shells, Charcoal, Corn, etc.
All grinding surfaces in these mills are
extremely hard.
DROPPING BOARD SCRAPER
The only device that has ever been
made for this work. It has a blade 13
inches wide, enabling the operator to
perform a lot of work in a short time. It
gets in the corners easily and has a sharp
crimped edge on the upper side which is
used to loosen up any hard substance.
Price $1.25
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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DRINKING FOUNTAINS AND FEEDERS
IMPROVED
DROP BOTTOM FOUNTAINS
SINGLE WALL. This fountain combines the good
qualities of the three fountains — Economy, Flat Back and
Drop Bottom. The pan, which forms the trough, is hinged
at the back and fastened by a catch in the front. The fiat
back allows the fountain to be firmly placed against the
wall and the drop bottom enables the fount to be thor-
oughly cleaned and kept in a sanitary condition.
2-Quart, $1.00. 1-Gallon, $1.30. 2-Gallon, $1.60.
DOUBLE WALL. Same as the single wall except that it is double wall
in the place of single wall. The two cylinders forming the body of the foun-
tain are sealed making a dead-air space between them. This construction is
similar to the thermos bottle and gives the very best protection from both heat
and cold.
1-Gallon, $2.50. 2-Gallon, $3.00.
SQUARE DROP BOTTOM DRINKING
FOUNTAINS
These drop-bottom drinking founts are
new, and made of No. 28-gauge galvan-
ized steel. The bottom can be swung
open with one hand, as it is secured by
one spring in the front, while most founts
have a spring on each side, requiring both
hands to open; even then they are opened
with considerable trouble. The rod which
extends through the hinge of the drop
bottom is made of solid brass, preventing
possibility of rust or of breaking off.
2 qt., $0.90; 1 gal., $1.30; 2 gal., $1.60.
TWO-PIECE DRINKING FOUNTS
Furnishes a constant supply of fresh
water which chicks cannot overturn and
get into. Fount is well made of 28-
gauge black iron, galvanized after fount
is completed; this protects all edges from
rusting. No parts to get out of order.
The most simply constructed drinking
fountain made.
Small, 35c.; Medium, 45c.; Large, 60c.
THE DUPLEX FOUNTAINS
The latest and most practical sani-
tary poultry fountain on the market.
This is a double fount, easy to fill, and
keeps the water clean and pure.
Made in two sizes. Price, 1-gallon
size, $1.15; 2-gallon size, $1.40.
MASON JAR
CHICK FOUNT
This appliance for chicks feeds
water, grain, grit, etc., auto-
matically. It is an absolutely
sanitary fountain made to fit
any half-gallon, quart or pint
Mason jar. Jars not furnished.
Price, 15 cents each
PEERLESS DRINKING FOUNTAINS
A heavy galvanized fountain
made in two parts. The water is
always pure. It is protected from
cirt and filth. Easily cleaned by
removing the bottom. The fowls
cannot injure their combs when
drinking. Simple in construction,
durable and practical, can be hung
up on a hook out of the dirt.
Positively will not burst when frozen. Made in
three sizes.
Price: 1-quart size, 35 cents; 5-quart size
$1.00; 10-quart size, $1.30.
The Peerless Fountain for winter use may be
used in connection with the Peerless Heater.
The combination when in use should be set against
the wall and attached to it by either backstrap or
bail on fountain; then it cannot be tipped over by
the fowl and is absolutely safe.
FER-SUL
Kills Germ Diseases, Lice, Mites, Nits, etc., is a Tonic.
Available everywhere on the farm as a Disinfectant,
Antiseptic and Deodorizer. For poultry houses, cow
barns, pig styes, etc. Invaluable as a flank and udder
wash. Recommended by the highest authorities in
animal and poultry husbandry. Cures Roup, Canker,
Chicken Pox, Gapes and White Diarrhoea. Price,
12-ounce bottle, 75 cents; quart bottle, SI. 25; one
gallon, $3.00.
THE PEERLESS HEATER
Description
The base is an oil well. Holds one pint kerosene.
Will last one week (day times). An air space be-
tween oil well and heat chamber makes it impossible
for gas to form. In this heat chamber is a small
burner connected to oil well by brass pipe. Around
the burner is a circular shield; this protects the
light and concentrates the heat to a small space on
fount; in that way it never overheats the water.
Inside, next outside wall is a wire gauze that pre-
vents anything from being scratched into the heat-
er. It is so ventilated that the light receives just
the right amount of oxygen to burn smooth with-
out smoke. It is impossible to get the outside wall
of heater warm. Price, $1.85 each.
WATER AND FEED CUPS
Holds about one
pint and hangs
straight when applied
to the coop. Can be
attached to any exhi-
bition coop.
Price, 18 cents each
KEYSTONE FOUNTAINS
Easy to fill; easy to clean; a popular
fountain. These Fountains have been
| tried by many prominent poultry raisers,
J and increasing business on them is evi-
! dence that they are all that is claimed
for them.
1 qt. size, 40c.; 2 qt., 75c.; 1 gal., $1.00.
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P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
NORWICH AUTOMATIC AIR-
LOCK FOUNTAIN
The most perfect device ever placed
on the market for automatically supply-
ing pure, fresh water in the poultry house.
It is absolutely impossible to contam-
inate or pollute the water supply, and
requires cleaning only about once in three
months. Guaranteed frost-proof to 10
degrees below zero, and has been operated
at temperatures of 15 and 20 below with-
out being affected. Fitted with detach-
able cup, removable oil chamber, heat
generator, etc.
Made in one size only, 5-gallon capac-
ity. Shipping weight, 15 lbs.
Complete, with burner base $6.00
Without burner base 3.50
Burner base only 3.50
JUNIOR CHICK FEEDER
Y MASH HOPPER
Years of experience
with this type of Hopper,
with changes from time
to time to improve it, has
enabled us to put on the
market a Dry-Mash Hop-
per that fulfils every
need. The wire grid is
raised or lowered as re-
quired for coarse or fine
mash. The curved bot-
tom of the hopper always
keeps the feed within easy reach of the
birds. The flange at the edge prevents
any possibility of waste, and the small
wires extending from the flange to the
wire grid prevents the birds from throw-
ing the feed sidewise out of the hopper.
The most distinctive feature about this
Handy Dry-Mash Hopper is the fact
that it is an inch wider at the lower side
than at the top, thus making it utterly
impossible for the food to clog.
12-inch, 12-quart — Price $1.75
18-inch, 18-quart — Price 2.25
24-inch, 24-quart — Price 2.50
36-inch, 36-quart — Price 3.50
For dry mash, scraps, shells, grit, char-
coal or any poultry feed. Price, $1.45.
The Junior Chick Feeder is practical and
sanitary, will not waste feed. Chicks cannot
foul it. Feeds Dry Mash or Hard Grain. Feeds
Sour Milk or water. Easily cleaned.
Price 30 cents
ROUND BABY CHICK
FEEDER
We have added this useful device to
meet a popular demand. Easily attached
to any square box. Works like a charm.
Price, 50c.
Has sliding top, center of feeder is
raised. All food slides to the holes,
around edge of feeder. Made in two
sizes only.
No. 12 — 12 hole 25c.
No. 11 — 8 hole 15c.
TRAP NEST FRONT
GRIT AND SHELL BOX
Having a perfectly straight front, the
feed positively cannot clog. There is a
lip in front to prevent fowls from wasting
the feed. When used for one kind of feed
only take out separator; for two kinds
put separator in one end; when used for
three kinds, say scraps, shells and grit,
put separator in the middle and you
have three separate feeders. Can be set
on floor or hung on wall. Has handle,
or bail, for carrying. A big value for
the money. Price 90c.
HENS’ NESTS
Heavy steel coppered wire. These
nests are intended to be fastened with
screws or screw hooks— if wanted remov-
able. They afford no place for vermin
and allow the air to circulate freely,
advantages not obtained when wooden
boxes are used. They are intended to be
filled with straw. They are durable,
sanitary, easily cleaned, convenient to
handle and inexpensive. Each, 20c.;
dozen, $2.00.
MINGLE’S ROUND HOPPER
This hopper is very popular with pigeon
breeders, and is equally good for young
chicks; made of finest grade galvanized
steel; possesses eight sub-divisions (only
four shown m cut) ; a neat, practical
waste-proof hopper; holds 12 lbs. feed;
movable or sliding hood. Price. $2.00.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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STOCK
AND POULTRY REMEDIES
AMERICAN HORSE TONIC— We recommend American
Horse Tonic as a general improver for horses. Hundreds of
users tell us that horses look better, feel better, act livelier, are
full of snap and ginger when they are given it. Besides this,
we recommend it as a Worm Expeller, for Lost Appetite, Rough
Hair, Coughs, Inflammation of Lungs and Bowels, Stoppage of
Water, Recent Founders, Distemper, etc. Small pkg., 35c.;
large pkg., 70c.
ANIMAL REGULATOR— More work
out of your horses, more milk from your
cows, fatter hogs — these are a few of the
benefits which come from using Pratts
Animal Regulator.
Always sold on a guarantee that it will
satisfy you or money back.
25-lb. pails, $3.40, are popular with
our customers. Pkgs., at 25c., 50c. and
$1.00.
BAG BALM — We recommend Bag Balm for all diseases of
udder and teats; Caked Bag, Sore Teats, Bunches, Chapping,
Cuts, Inflammation, etc. It makes easy milkers of hard ones,
keeps all the parts in a sanitary, healthful condition. Per
box, 65c.
BABY CHICK FOOD— When baby
chicks come, keep them healthy and grow-
ing and bring even the weak ones along
by feeding Pratts Baby Chick Food.
A largely 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. Pkgs., 25c. and 50c.;
14-lb. bag, $1.25.
BRONCHITIS TABLETS— Bronchitis in
poultry is fatal in a few days unless promptly
checked with Pratts Bronchitis Tablets.
This is safe and quick and will usually save
your birds. Improvement is almost imme-
diate, the suffering being relieved in a short
time. This remedy is put up in tablet form so
that individual treatment can be given when
desired. Pkgs., 25c. and 50c.
CONDITION TABLETS— Heavy laying hens
frequently get into a “run-down” condition.
For a quick “bracer” to put them back into
form we recommend Pratts Condition Tablets.
Don’t get the idea these tablets are for show
birds only, just because they are extensively used
by fanciers to keep their exhibition stock in the
pink of condition. They are for utility birds as
well. Will put flesh on the birds. Help prevent
colds, roup and liver troubles. Pkgs., 25c. and
50c.
CARBOLA — Disinfecting germ-killing White Paint. Use it
instead of whitewash. A white paint and a non-poisonous
disinfectant combined in a powder form. Ready as soon as
mixed with water. Applied with brush or spray pump. Kills
lice, mites, fly eggs, etc., and is a preventive of contagious
disease. Recommended for poultry houses, stables, cellars, hog
pens, dairies, etc. Satisfaction guaranteed. 25-oz. (trial size
package), 30c.; 10-lb. pkg., $1.25.
SPECIAL COMPOUND— A treatment for
ailments sometimes mistakenly confused with
“cholera” and a “guaranteed or money back”
article is Pratts Special Compound.
It is administered in the drinking water and
will be found of great value in aiding in the
relief of indigestion, sour crop, dysentery, diar-
rhoea and bowel trouble. Pkgs., 25c. and 50c.
CONKEY’S ROUP REMEDY— An excellent
remedy for Cold, or Roup, Diphtheria and all
Catarrhal Diseases, as well as for Canker. It
is a preparation having antiseptic emolient or
healing properties and is non-irritant. Is also used as a preven-
tive. Pkg., 25c., 50c., and $1.00.
FER-SUL — Kills germ diseases, lice, mites, nits, etc., is a
tonic. Available everywhere on the farm as a Disinfectant,
Antiseptic and Deodorizer. For poultry houses, cow barns, pig
styes, etc. Invaluable as a flank and udder wash. Recommended
by the highest authorities in animal and poultry husbandry.
Cures Roup, Canker, Chicken Pox, Gapes and White Diarrhoea.
Price, 12-oz. bottle, 75c.; qt. bottle, $1.25; gallon, $3.00.
FLY SPRAY (Crednoid)— Is an Insecticide, Germicide. It is
non-poisonous and may be used with safety and effectiveness
on cattle, horses, hogs, dogs and other domestic animals.
It will protect cows from flies and mosquitoes and prevent the
loss in yield of milk which always occurs during the fly season.
It will destroy their eggs.
It will not gum the hair or make it brittle.
It will not irritate the skin.
It can be used at milking time and will not
taint the milk.
It will protect horses from flies if applied before
a drive, or before turning out to pasture. Gallon
can, $1.35.
GRANGE GARGET CURE— We recommend Grange
Garget Cure for that peculiar disorder so peculiar to cows, the
hardening of the udder or garget. Inexperienced people often
mistake it for caked bag, bunches in bag, etc. Remember, it is
a separate disease, with its own peculiarities, causes, etc. Twenty-
three years’ use by dairymen and farmers proves its economy
and value. Per can, 70c.
GREEN MT. HOOF SOFTENER AND GROWER— We
recommend Green Mt. Hoof Softener and Grower for
Thrush, Pinched or Contracted Hoofs, Brittleness of the Hoof,
and, in fact, for every disease that attacks the hoofs of horses.
It not only cures, but its frequent use will keep the hoof in a
healthy condition. Per box, 65c.
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HEAD LICE OINTMENT— Kill the head
lice or the head lice will kill your baby chicks.
Even if by chance the chicks survive, they
are sure to be left in a weakened condition,
a prey to many other diseases.
Pratts Head-Lice Ointment kills the
head lice instantly. It soothes, heals, is safe
to use on all parasitic diseases. Tins, 35c.
HORSE COMFORT — We recommend Horse Comfort for
all Flesh Wounds, Wire Cuts, Galls and Sores of long standing,
for Blood Poison, Proud Flesh, Scratches, Mud Fever, for Snag
Wounds, Sore Shoulders, Grease Heel, Malignant Ulcers, Fistula,
Poll Evil, Corns in Horses, etc. We claim that Horse Comfort has
won the right to the name — -“The World’s Greatest Healer.”
Small bottle, in pkg., 35c.
KOW KURE, the Great Cow Medicine — We recommend
Kow Kure for Scouring, Lost Appetitie, Bunches or Red Water;
especially for possible or threatened Abortion, for Barrenness,
for Retained Afterbirth, for Milk Fever. Hundreds of users
testify that it helps increase the flow of milk from 10 to 20 per
cent. It is a remedy made only for cows. Costs a cent a day
per cow. Postage extra, according to Parcel Post Regulations,
which your Postmaster can give you. Small size, per can,
l}/2 lbs., 70c.; large size, per can, lbs., $1.40.
LICE KILLER (Powdered) — Get rid of lice on your poultry,
in nests, dust-baths, incubators and elsewhere in a day’s time
by using Pratts Lice Killer.
Effective, non-poisonous, non-irritating. May be used
wherever a powder is suitable. A splendid de-
odorizer.
It quickly and thoroughly kills all lice on little
chicks, big chicks, setting hens and incubator
chicks. It rids horses, cattle, hogs, dogs and
cats of lice and destroys ticks on sheep. It
destroys insects and bugs on vines, plants and
flowers. A valuable deodorizer and disinfectant
for all poultry houses, barns, stables and dwell-
ings. Drives out moths from closets, furniture,
carpets and clothing. Pkgs., 1 lb., 25c.;
2l/2 lbs. 50c.
LICE KILLER POWDER (Drs. Hess & Clark)— Non-
poisonous and non-explosive. Being stronger, has greater disin-
fecting qualities than similar preparations. Quickly and
thoroughly kills lice on ducks and chickens. Rids horses, cattle,
hogs, dogs and cats of lice. Destroys ticks on sheep, insects and
bugs infesting shrubbery, vines and plants. Drives out moths
and bugs from furniture, closets, carpets and clothing. Pkgs.,
1 lb., 25c.; 2Y2 lbs., 50c.
POULTRY REGULATOR— 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 appe-
tite and prevents disease, thus putting birds in condition for
heavy egg laying or winning blue
ribbons.
Pratts is the original Poultry
Regulator of America and is in use
by the most successful poultry
raisers everywhere.
When regularly used, hens lay
throughout the year.
It will prevent chicken cholera,
gapes, roup, rheumatism, expel
worms, prevent leg weakness, and
egg eating. It will greatly improve
turkeys, geese, ducks, pigeons and
guineas — insuring quick growth and
keeping them free from disease.
lUHb. pkg., 25c.; 4 lbs., 50c.;
12 lbs., $1.40; 25-lb. bag, $2.70;
100-lb. bag, $10.00.
PANACEA (Hess & Clark) — This is not a stimulant, but a
digestive tonic, which produces eggs in nature’s way. Panacea
fed in winter will wonderfully increase the egg production. It
is fed with other foods, and enables the system to appropriate
egg-making material from the feed fed. Pkgs., 1 x/i lbs., 25c.;
5 lbs., 75c.; 12 lbs., $1.50.
POULTRY DISINFECTANT AND
LIQUID LICE KILLER— If poultry
owners would regularly spray the chicken
houses, roosts, dropping boards and uten-
sils with Pratts Poultry Disinfectant,
most all their troubles would vanish.
This great Disinfectant is a real wonder-
worker in the poultry yard. Put up in
1 qt., 55c.; 2 qts., 95c.; 1 gal., $1.60.
MILKING TUBES— For sore and
obstructed teats and hard milking cows.
This tube should be in the hands of every
cow owner. These tubes are adjustable and can be made any length
by moving the adjustable slide; can also be used for a probe to
pass an obstruction. The tubes are made of coin silver. Each,
50c.; per set of four Tubes 1 % inches, $2.00.
RED MITE SPECIAL— Get rid of
red mites — those destructive pests that
weaken a fowl by sucking its blood —
thus making it an easy prey to disease
by using Pratts Red Mite Special.
Spray perches, dropping boards, sides
of house and roof near perches, and pow-
der the birds with Pratts Powdered
Lice Killer. This combination treat-
ment will protect your flock from these
profit-destroying pests. Qt., 55c.; 2
qts., 90c.; gal., $1.35.
ROUP POWDER— Don’t let ROUP cut
your profits. The sure and easy ‘‘ounce of
prevention” against this dangerously con-
tagious disease is Pratts Roup Powder.
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 pow-
der. Pkgs., 25c. and 50c.
SORE HEAD, CHICKEN POX PREPARA-
TION— From gratifying experience poultry men
have learned that the disgusting disease known
as Sore-Head or Chicken-Pox can be successfully
treated with Pratts Sore-Head and Chicken-
Pox Preparation. It acts quickly, checking
the spread of the contagion and healing the sores.
We guarantee Pratts Sore-Head (Chicken-Pox)
Preparation. Price, 35c. and 70c.
SCALY LEG OINTMENT— Scaly leg is
an annoying disease, impairing vitality and
speedily ruining the appearance of affected
birds. Pratts Scaly-Leg Ointment usually
affords relief in a few days. It kills the para-
sites which cause the trouble and promotes a
new, healthy growth of skin to take the place
of the diseased parts. Pkgs., 35c. and 70c
WHITE DIARRHEA TABLETS—
To protect your chicks from white
diarrhea, the most destructive of all
chick diseases, it is only necessary to give
Pratts White Diarrhea Tablets in
the drinking water from the first drink.
This remedy has saved many dollars’
worth of chicks for poultry raisers. You
can depend on it. Pkgs., 25c. and 50c.
P. B. MINGLE CO., 103 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA
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EGGS FOR HATCHING
We can furnish eggs for hatching from either exhibition or finest utility strains.
Setting of 15 eggs, finest utility $ 1.95
In lots of 100 eggs, finest utility 11.00
Exhibition stock a matter of correspondence.
Guarantee of fertility does not mean every egg must hatch; conditions beyond
control prevent such results very often. We assure you, however, 60 per cent, in
early settings (January, February and March); 70 per cent, in balance of season.
All claims of infertility must be accompanied by affidavit.
BABY CHICKS
From pure bred stock of finest utility strains:
25 Chicks
50 Chicks
100 Chicks
DON’T GIVE BABY CHICKS COLD WATER.
DON’T OVERFEED CHICKS.
$7.50
13.50
25.00
Either of the above will start bowel trouble. Feed liberally, so long as they keep
active. Keep their backs warm.
Price Subject to Market Changes.
PRATTS LAYING MASH
With Buttermilk
For pullets as they approach laying maturity and
for laying hens. The egg-making food.
Ingredients: Dried buttermilk, ground clipped
oats, corn meal, linseed oil meal, wheat middlings,
meat scrap, corn feed meal, wheat bran, alfalfa,
fish meal.
Analysis: Protein, 19%; fat, 4%; fibre, 9%.
PRATTS BABY CHICK FOOD
With Buttermilk
The original “baby food for baby chicks.”
Gives chicks a strong start — keeps them growing.
Ingredients: Powdered buttermilk, corn meal,
wheat middlings, oat meal, cooked wheat, Epsom
salts, bone meal, millet, rape.
Analysis: Protein, 11.50%; fat, 3.50%; crude
fibre, 3.80%; carbohydrates, 69%; nitrogen
free extract, 65.20%.
In packages and 14, 25, 50 and 100-lb. sacks.
In 10, 25, 50 and 100-lb. bags.
PRATTS LARGE SIZE
SCRATCH FEED
PRATTS GROWING MASH
With Buttermilk
For growing youngsters. The bone, muscle and
feather builder.
Ingredients: Dried buttermilk, feeding oat meal,
corn meal, ground oats, wheat middlings, wheat
bran (with ground screenings not exceeding mill
run), meat scrap, bone meal, fish meal.
Analysis: Protein, 17.50%; fat, 4.50%; fibre,
9%.
In 10, 25, 50 and 100-lb. bags.
For adult birds. Should be used with Pratts
Laying Mash.
PRATTS INTERMEDIATE SIZE
SCRATCH FEED
For growing youngsters. Should be used with
Pratts Growing Mash. Also for adult bantams.
PRATTS CHICK-SIZE
SCRATCH FEED
For baby chicks. Should be used with Pratts
Buttermilk Baby Chick Food.
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Poultry Business and Who Should Engage In It
Man has a natural desire to own the soil. Herding and agriculture are primary human occupations, and count-
less ages of practice in these pursuits have bred the habit into instinct.
For the country dweller the matter is simple. The question depends merely upon a choice of the various meth-
ods, any of which he may easily adopt. The urbanite finds the difficulty much more serious. Conditions are more
complicated and the way not always obvious. What shall he do? How may he indulge the inheritance of desire
handed down through ages?
There are two things to consider when deciding to go into poultry raising, whether it is to be for pleasure or
for profit, as the conditions differ according to the branch followed.
Those who engage in it for pleasure are usually the head of the family, who wishes to be supplied with fresh
eggs and poultry of his own production, thus assuring himself of the freshness of the products eaten; or one who
delights in the appearance of fine fowls and grow them for pleasure of seeing pure bred birds in his yard and blue
ribbon premiums as the result of his labors; or it may be some member of tbe family, perhaps a semi-invalid, to
whom the light exercise and the being out in the open air which poultry keeping induces, will be beneficial; or some
of the younger members of the family whose fancies run that way, or who have been interested to keep them out of
mischief and to teach them industrious habits and the love of animal life which daily care of poultry requires.
Many young boys and girls on the farm or those in villages and towns may profitably engage in poultry rais-
ing. The extras, such as bicycles, fishing tackle, rifle or money for a vacation trip for the boys and extras for the
girls, for which they do not feel like calling upon their parents, may be easily earned in spare moments, as well as
a goodly addition to the bank account, which so many of our American boys and girls possess.
Those who engage in this industry for profit are men who have worked hard in shops, factories and offices, and
having saved enough from their earnings, feel in a position to buy a small place in the suburbs of a large city or
near a good sized busy town; or young men to whom the out-of-door life appeals and who feel that there is a better
opportunity in this than in other lines, and engage in the raising of poultry for a living, combining it with small
fruits like strawberries and raspberries, etc., and perhaps flowers or the furnishing of garden plants such as tomatoes,
cabbage, cauliflower or celery to those in towns who have back yard gardens.
To women also this industry offers a good opening. The work is not hard, the chicks seem to respond unusually
well to a woman’s care, and taken in connection with floriculture it is very profitable. There are many women who
are making a nice income from their poultry whether handled in connection with their household duties, as do many
farmers’ wives or as a business, taking practically all of their time, assigning to some other members of the family
the work within doors.
With the present improvements in incubators and brooders and feed boxes, drinking founts, coops and houses,
the labor of hatching and raising has been greatly lessened, and to those seeking out-of-door employment, poultry-
raising appeals strongly.
To the investor who wishes to equip and run a commercial poultry plant on a large scale and on a practical
basis we would say there are many such plants in successful operation in this country.
With a good practical poultryman as manager or superintendent, one who understands the management of help
as well as the care and management of poultry, such a farm is a good proposition. The increasing price of eggs
and poultry, the demand for a better class of goods and for which first-class hotels and restaurants and also private
trade offers a premium over market prices, enables the large farms to place contracts for their entire output at a
very satisfactory figure.
Every year adds to the ease in getting out and away from the large centres of population. Improved methods
of transportation have given readier access to the land, and modern methods of poultry culture have provided the
means to use it advantageously.
Within the last decade both the theory and practice of poultry keeping have undergone a complete change.
This change and consequent improvement, while it has revolutionized the methods in use on many of the big poul-
try plants, have been largely helpful to the owner of a few hens.
Artificial incubation was in its infancy. Incubators were crude in design and poor in construction. Brooders
were still more undesirable and results generally far from happy. The temperature of both incubators and brooders
went up and down, and the chicks went down and out. Chaos frequently reigned.
Now, as then, wrong methods bring wrong results. There is no doubt, however, that success is now the rule
rather than the exception. No one who will give reasonable attention to the primary essentials of poultry culture need
fail.
What are the essentials? Briefly, proper house, good tools, good feeds and cleanliness. Of these four only the
first and the latter two are necessary for success with small flocks.
Expensive buildings are not desirable.
Take our advice: get land; get hens, and enjoy life. The way is easy, and the result is good.
MEMORANDA
MEMORANDA
INDEX
Barley
Beets, Stock.
Beets, Sugar
Broom Com.
4
12
12
4
Alfalfa 4
Alsike 4
Broom Grass 4
Canadian Blue Grass. 7
Clover, Crimson 4
Clover, MammothRed 4
Anise 31
Artichoke 8
Asparagus 8
Basil, Sweet 31
Beans 9-10-11
Beet 12
Broccoli 13
Brussels Sprouts 13
Cabbage 13-14
Caraway 31
Carrot 15
Bleeding Heart Roots 59
Caladium 59
Achillea 33
Acroclinium 33
Ageratum 33
Agrostemma 33
Alyssum 33
Amaranthus 34
Ampelopsis 34
Antirrhinum 34
Aquilegia 34
Asparagus 34
Asperula 34
Asters 35-36
Bachelor’s Button. ... 38
Balloon Vine 36
Balsam 36
Begonia 36
Beilis 36
Brachycome 36
Browallia 36
Cacalia 37
Calendula 37
California Poppy .... 41
Alfalfa, Cut 76
Alfalfa Meal 76
Baby Chicks 85
Bag Balm 83
Barley 76
Bird Food 77
Bird Lettuce 77
Bird Millet 77
Bird Rape 77
Bird Ton'C 77
Bone Cutters 80
Bone, Granulated. . . . 76
Brooder Felt 79
Brooders 78
Buckwheat, Feed. ... 76
Acid Phosphate. 71
Bone Meal 71
Dried Blood 71
Ant Drivers 75
Arsenate of Lead. ... 75
Black Leaf 40 75
Bluestone 75
Bordeaux Mixture. . . 75
Bordo-Arsenate 75
Asparagus Knives .... 69
Asparagus Tape 69
Asparagus Twine .... 69
Axes 70
Cider Mills 68
Cider Presses 68
Corn Knives 69
Corn Planters 69
Corn Poppers 19
Corn Shelters 68
Cultivators 64, 66-67
Dibbles 65
FARM SEEDS
Buckwheat
4
Cow Peas
5 Millet
4-5
Carrot, Stock
15
Flax Seed
5 Oats
5
Corn, Field
18
Kaffir Cora
5 Peas, Field
5
Corn, Popping
. 18
Mangel Wurzels
12 Rape, Dwarf Essex . . .
5
GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS
. 4
7
.4-6
7
Creeping Bent
. 7
Hay Mixtures
6 Pasture Mixtures. . . .
6
Embankment Grass .
. 6
Italian Rye Grass . . . .
7 Red Fescue
7
English Rye Grass. .
. 7
Kentucky Blue Grass .
7 Rhode Island Bent
Fine Leaved Fescue .
. 7
Lawn Grass
6 Grass
7
VEGETABLE SEEDS
Cauliflower .........
14
Cucumber
19 Leek
20
Celeriac
16
Dandelion
19 Lettuce
21
Celery
15
Dill
31 Mushroom
22
Chervil
16
Egg Plant 19-20 Muskmelon
22
Chicory
16
Endive
20 Mustard
23
Chives
16
Fennel
31 Okra
23
Citron
22
Horse Radish Roots . .
20 Onion
23
Collards
. 16
Horehound
31 Onion Sets
23
Corn, Sweet
. 17
Kale
20 Parsley
24
Corn Salad
16
Kohl Rabi
20 Parsnip
24
Cress
. 18
Lavender
31 Peas 24-25
BULBS, ROOTS AND PLANTS
Cannas
. 54
Dahlias 55-56-57 Gladiolus
58
Cinnamon Vine . ....
. 59
Elephant Ears
59 Maderia Vine
59
Rutabaga 30
Rye 6
Sorghum 5
Soya Beans 5
Red Top 7
Rye Grass 7
Shade Lawn Grass ... 6
Sheep’s Fescue 7
Sudan Grass 7
Sweet Clover 4
Turnip, Swedish 30
Vetch 5
Wheat 5
Timothy ?
Velvet Grass 6
Pepper 25-26
Potatoes 26
Pumpkin 26
Radish 26-27-28
Rhubarb Root 28
Rosemary 31
Rutabaga 30
Sage 31
Salsify 28
Spinach 28
Squash 28-29
Summer Savory 31
Sweet Marjoram 31
Swiss Chard 12
Thyme 31
Tobacco 29
Tomato 29-30
Turnip 30
Watermelon 22
Wormwood 31
Mexican Vine 59 Tuberoses 69
Paeonies 59
FLOWER SEEDS
Calliopsis .
Chrysanthemum .
Cyclamen .
Dahlia
37
Dianthus 38,
41, 52 Ice Plant
45 Morning Glory. .
37
Digitalis
43 Myosotis
37
Dimorphotheea. . .
39 Nasturtiums. . . .
.,46-47 Smilax
37
Dolichos
... 41 Kochia
44 Nemophila
44
Echinocystis
44 Nicotiana
r-38
Eschscholtzia. . . .
36 Nigella
... 50
49
Euphorbia
... 42 Lantana
44 Painted Tongue . .
43
38
Forget-Me-Not. .
. . . . 46 Larkspur
41 Pansies
. .50-61
38
Four-o’Clock
. . . . 46 Linum
44 Passiflora
. . . . 48 Sweet Rocket. . . .
... 52
38
Foxglove
44 Penstemon
. . . . 38
39
Gaillardia
47 Petunia
. . . . 52
39
Godetia
. . . . 42 Lupinus
44 Phlox
52
39
Gomphrena
... 42 Lychnis
45 Pinks
. . . . 52
39
Gourds
. . . . 42 Marigold
45 Poppies
..48-49 Verbenas
. . . . 62
38
Gypsophila
46 Portulaca
. . . . 52
38
Helianthus
45 Primrose
. . . . 53
40
Helichrysum
... 43 Mignonette
45 Pyrethrum
. . . . 53
40
Heliotrope
45 Rhodanthe
... . 41
40
Hollyhock
. . . . 43 Mimulus
46 Ricinus
36
Hum ulus
... 43 Mirabilis
46 Salpiglossis
40
Hyacinth Bean . . .
. . . . 41 Momordica
46 Salvia
. . . . 49
41
Iberis
44 Scabiosa
. . . . 50
For Common and Botanical Names of Flowers, See Page 32.
POULTRY, DAIRY AND PET STOCK FOODS AND SUPPLIES
Butter Churns
Butter Prints
Canada Peas
Canary Seed
Caponizing Instru-
ments
Charcoal
Chick Food. .......
Chick Mash
Com, Cracked
Corn, Whole
Cuttle Bone
Dog Biscuits
Egg Boxes
Egg Cartons
Fish Fertilizer. . .
Humus
Hydrate of Lime
68
Egg Crates
..79 Kaffir Cora
. . . 84 Sulphur Candles. . .
68
Egg Tester. .......
. . 79 Killing Knives. . . .
. . 77 Sunflower
76
Fish Food
. . 77 Kow Kare
. . . 79 Thermometers
..79
77
Flax Seed, Ground .
. . . 76 Laying Mash . . . . .
. .76, 85 Poultry Feeders. . .
. . 82 Thermostats
Flea Killer
, . . 77 Leg Bands .
. . 81 Tobacco Stems. , . ,
79
Fly Spray
. . 83 Lice Powder
.83-84 Toe Markers
76
Fount Heaters ....
.81-82 Linseed Meal
, . . 80 Trap Nest Fronts. .
...82
85
Grit
. .. 76 Mash Hoppers .. .
.83-84 Waterglass. .
...78
85
Grit and Shell Boxes. 82 Maw Seed
. . . 77 Wheat, Feed
...76
76
Growing Mash. . . . ,
.76, 85 Meat Scraps
:. . 77 Wire Hens’ Nests. .
..82
76
Hatching Eggs . . . .
..85 Milking Tubes. . .
. . . 80
77
Hemp
.83-84
77
Horse Comfort . . . .
. . . 84 Nest Eggs
...77
79
Hovers
. . . 78 Oat Sprouters . . .
.77,85
79
Incubators
. .. 78 Oyster Shell
...77
FERTILIZERS
71
Land Plaster. . . . . .
. . . 71 Potato Fertilizer. .
..71 Wood Ashes. ..... .
,.6,71
71
Mulford Cultures. .
, . . 71 Sheep Manure. . . .
. . . . 71 V-C Plant Food . . .
.. 71
71
Nitrate of Soda. . . .
. . . 71 Stim-U-Plant . . . .
. . 71
Bucket Pumps.
Bug Death
Carbola
Extension Rods
Fish Oil Soap. . .
Fly Spray
Forks
Fruit Grinders.
Fruit Pickers. .
Garden Sets. . .
Garden Spades
Garden Tools. .
Grafting Wax .
Grape Bags . .
Grass Catchers
Grass Edger. . .
Grass Hooks. .
Grass Shears . .
SPRAY MATERIALS AND APPLIANCES
73-74 Hellebore 75
. . 75 Hose, Garden 61
.. 83 Hose, Spray 61
.. 73 Lemon Oil 75
.. 75 Lime Sulphur Solution 75
. . 75 Nozzles 73
Paris Green
Plant Lice Killer
Powder Dusters.
Pumps
Pyrox
Slug Shot
75
75
74
75
75
75
IMPLEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS
. . 64 Grub Hoes 65
. . 68 Hand Plows 67
. . 68 Hedge Shears 70
. . 65 Hoes 64
. . 65 Hose Bands 61
64-65 Hose Couplings 61
. . 70 Hose Menders 61
.. 68 Hose Reel 62
. . 61 Kraut Cutters 69
. . 61 Lawn Mowers 60-61
. . 70 Lawn Sprinklers 62
. . 64 Lawn Trimmer .... 60-61
Lopping Shears 70
Manure Drags 64
Mattocks 65
Mole Traps 70
Oak Kegs 68
Planting Table. . . . 1-2-3
Plant Stakes 62
Plant Tubs 63
Plows 67
Post Hole Diggers ... 65
Potato Drags 64
Pot Labels 62
Spray Calendar 72 Weed Killer. . . .
Sprayers 73-74 Whale Oil Soap
Sulphur 75
Tobacco Dust 75
Tree Tanglefoot 61
Tuber Tonic. ... 75
Pots, Earthen 63 Spades
Pots, Paper 63 Spading Fork. .
Pruners 70 Sprinkling Pots
Rakes 64 Tree Pruners. .
Rubber Hose 61 Trellises
Saucers, Earthen.... 63 Trowels
Saucers, Rubber 63 Turf Edgers. . .
Scythes 69 Vine Cutters . . .
Scythe Stones 64 Weeders
Seed Drills 66, 68 Wheelbarrows. ,
Seed Sowers 66, 68
Slaw Cutter 69
75
75
.. 65
.. 64
.. 63
.. 70
, . 62
.. 65
. . 64
.. 65
64-65
.. 67
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