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The 

Market  Gardeners’  Seed  Co’s 


1926 

Seed  Annual 


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Seeds  - Plants 


Bulbs  - Etc 


Court,  Bowen  and  Central  Parkway 
Cincinnati,  Ohio 


OUR  MODEST  BEGINNING 


1907-1926 

THIS  is  our  nineteenth  year  in  business.  Our 
beginning  was  indeed  quite  modest,  both  from  the 
standpoint  of  capital  invested  and  the  space  occu- 
pied in  the  little  store  that  measured  twelve  by  thirty 
feet  when  we  first  hung  out  our  sign. 

The  ever-increasing  patronage  of  our  satisfied 
customers  made  it  necessary  for  us  to  gradually  expand 
our  facilities,  and  today  we  invite  you  to  inspect  our  very 
complete  establishment  that  occupies  a space  of  about 
50,000  square  feet. 

We  are  giving  the  same  close  personal  attention  to 
all  departments  of  our  business  that  in  the  past  has  insured 
good  seed,  good  service,  and  good  crops. 

Our  catalogue  lists  all  of  the  old  reliable  varieties 
and  many  of  the  new  kinds  that  have  proved  worth  while, 
it  tells  you  when  and  how  to  plant  and  offers  many  sug- 
gestions as  to  the  best  modes  of  culture  and  will,  we  hope, 
prove  helpful  in  your  gardening  problems. 

Make  up  your  orders  early  and  come  in  and  see  us — 
we  are  well  equipped  to  take  care  of  your  needs. 

The  Market  Gardeners’  Seed  Company 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


VER-E-BEST  SEEDS 

E have  chosen  the  above  slogan  to  designate  the  BRAND  seeds. 
Our  reputation  has  been  built  up  on  quality  of  the  various  brands 
we  handle.  When  you  consider  the  cost  of  sufficient  seed  to  plant 
your  garden,  or  if  you’are  a market  grower,  the  necessary  quantity 
for  an  acre  of  ground,  as  compared  to  the  value  of  your  crop,  the  best  seed 
you  can  buy  is  the  most  economical  in  the  long  run. 

Prepare  your  ground  properly,  ascertain  from  information  we  can  give 
you  as  to  the  best  kinds  of  fertilizer  to  use  for  the  various  varieties,  buy 
VER-E-BEST  seeds  and,  if  nature  is  willing,  success  will  crown  your  efforts. 


We  extend  to  our  old  and 
wishes  and  desire  to  state  that 
BEST  Brand  Seeds. 


prospective  customers  our  greeting  and  well 
we  offer  you,  with  every  confidence,  VER-E- 

THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  CO. 


IMPORTANT  SUGGESTIONS 

By  carefully  observing  the  following  directions,  mistakes  and  misunderstandings  will  be  largely  avoided. 

ORDER  EARLY 

In  order  to  induce  early  buying  before  our  rush  season  is  on,  we  will  allow  10%  discount  on  all 
orders  received  before  March  15th  for  seeds  in  packets  only  at  list  prices. 

All  seeds  ordered  by  the  ounce,  one-fourth  pound,  pound  or  more  are  net,  no  discount;  and  if  to  be 
sent  Parcel  Post  add  five  cents  for  the  first  pound  and  one  cent  for  each  additional  pound  to  cover 
postage,  except  where  noted.  If  larger  quantities  are  wanted  than  herein  quoted,  mail  us  a list  of 
your  wants  for  our  low  prices. 

HOW  TO  SEND  MONEY 

Remittances  may  be  made  at  our  risk  by  the  following  methods,  viz.:  Postal  Money  Order,  Express 
Company  Money  Order.  When  Money  Orders  can  not  be  obtained,  letters  containing  money  should 
always  be  registered.  Money  in  ordinary  letters  is  unsafe. 


SHIPPING  ORDERS 

When  goods  are  to  be  sent  by  freight  or  express,  be  sure  to  state  on  your  order  the  freight  or  express 
office  where  shipment  should  be  made  to,  not  your  post  office  address,  as  sometimes  this  differs  from 
railroad  address.  Also  add  for  bags  used  in  the  shipping  of  goods  as  follows:  One-half  to  two  bushel 
burlaps,  10c  each;  one  bushel  cotton  bags,  15c  each;  two  bushel  cotton  bags,  50c  each. 


Non-Warranty 


Sometimes,  though  not  often,  our  seeds  do  not  come  up  after  planting.  This  may  be  due  to 
one  or  more  of  several  reasons,  such  as  covering  too  deeply  or  not  deply  enough,  too  much  or 
too  little  water,  too  col.d  weather,  or  a baking  sun  which  forms  a crust  too  hard  for  the  tender  shoots  to  penetrate. 
Sometimes  insects  destroy  plants  at  the  surface  before  the:/  are  seen  by  the  gardener.  We  can  not  personally  direct 
the  use  of  our  goods  after  they  leave  our  hands;  neither  can  we  fully  control  anywhere  or  at  any  time  the  operation 
of  natural  law  as  it  affects  seeds;  therefore,  we  give  no  warranty,  express  or  implied,  as  to  description,  purity, 
productiveness,  or  any  other  matter  of  any  seeds  or  bulbs  we  send  out,  and  we  will  not  be  in  any  way  responsible  for 
the  crop.  If  the  purchaser  does  not  accept  the  goods  cn  these  terms  they  are  at  once  to  be  returned. 


the  Production  of  Good  Vegetables  and  Beautiful  Flowers 


A rich,  sandy  loam  is  the  best,  but  a fair  degree  of 
success  may  be  secured  from  any  soil  which  can  be  made 
rich  and  friable.  Vegetables  of  the  best  quality  can  not 
be  grown  on  barren  sand,  a cold,  hard,  lumpy  clay,  nor 
in  the  shade  of  orchard  or  other  trees. 

A soil  which  does  not  need  enriching  in  order  to  pro- 
duce the  best  results  is  rarely  found  and  very  often 
success  is  in  proportion  to  the  liberality  with  which  fertil- 
izers have  been  used.  Well  decomposed  stable  manure 
where  straw  bedding  has  been  used  is  the  best;  manure 
where  sawdust  has  been  used  for  bedding  is  not  so  good. 

When  good  stable  manure  is  not  available,  commercial 
fertilizers  may  be  used.  A mass  or  lump  of  any  of  the 
commercial  fertilizers,  even  if  it  is  but  a quarter  of  an 
inch  in  diameter,  is  liable  to  kill  any  seed  or  young  plant 
which  comes  in  contact  with  it,  so  it  is  very  important  if 
such  fertilizers  be  used  that  they  be  thoroughly  pulverized 
and  mixed  with  the  soil. 

Rich  soil  and  liberal  manuring  will  avail  little  without 
thorough  preparation.  The  soil  must  be  made  friable  by 
thorough  and  judicious  working;  if  this  is  well  done  all 
that  follows  will  be  easy;  if  it  is  neglected,  only  partial 
success  is  possible  and  that  at  the  cost  of  a great  deal  of 
hard  work. 


The  garden  should  be  well  plowed  or  dug  to  a good 
depth,  taking  care,  if  it  is  a clay  soil,  that  the  work  is  not 
done  when  it  is  too  wet.  If  a handful  from  the  furrow 
moulds  with  slight  pressure  into  a ball  which  can  not  be 
easily  crumbled  into  fine  earth  again,  the  soil  is  too  wet 
and  if  stirred  then  will  be  hard  to  work  all  summer.  The 
surface  should  be  made  as  fine  and  smooth  as  possible 
with  the  harrow  or  rake.  It  is  generally  desirable  to  plow 
the  whole  garden  at  once  and  to  do  this  in  time  for  the 
earliest  crops,  but  the  part  which  is  not  planted  for  some 
weeks  should  be  kept  mellow  by  frequent  cultivation. 

Not  only  should  every  weed  be  removed  as  soon  as  it 
appears,  but  the  crust  which  forms  after  a rain  should 
be  broken  up  and  the  ground  stirred  as  soon  as  it  is  dry 
enough  to  permit  it.  The  more  frequently  and  deeply  the 
soil  is  stirred  while  the  plants  are  young,  the  better,  but 
as  they  develop  and  the  roots  occupy  the  ground,  cultiva- 
tion should  be  shallower  until  it  becomes  a mere  stirring 
of  the  surface.  The  yield  and  quality  of  vegetables  have 
often  been  decidedly  lowered  by  injudiciously  deep  and 
close  cultivation  after  the  roots  of  the  plants  had  fully 
occupied  the  ground.  A very  small  garden,  well  cultivated 
and  cared  for,  will  give  larger  returns  and  be  in  every  way 
more  satisfactory  than  a much  larger  one  poorly  prepared 
and  neglected. 


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ILLUSTRATED  AND  DESCRIPTIVE  LIST 

OF 

VEGETABLE  SEEDS 

WITH  GENERAL  DIRECTIONS  FOR  CULTIVATION 


The  varieties  in  each  class  (for  example,  Wax  Podded  Beans)  are  usually  arranged  in  their  order  of  earli- 
ness. The  descriptions  of  the  varieties  offered  by  us  are  based  upon  our  very  careful  observations  of  the  types 
as  understood  by  us  after  many  years  of  experience  in  the  seed  business.  Nevertheless  it  should  always  be 
remembered  that  many  vegetables  are  much  affected  in  their  habit  of  growth  of  plant  and  size,  form,  and 
quality  of  the  fruits  by  conditions  of  soil,  climate,  location,  and  mode  of  culture  which  are  often  beyond  our 
control,  and  our  descriptions  are  for  what  may  be  expected  under  conditions  that  are  approximately  normal 
and  favorable  for  good  development. 

The  cultural  directions  in  this  catalogue  are  necessarily  limited  but  they  are  as  complete  as  space  permits. 


Artichoke 


Asparagus 


This  is  one  of  the  earliest  and  most  delicious  of  spring  vegetables. 
We  strongly  urge  all  those  having  enough  available  space  to  put  in  a bed 
for  their  own  use,  following  carefully  the  cultural  directions  given  below. 

Beds  are  usually  formed  by  setting  roots  which  can  be  procured  of 
us.  If  you  wish  to  grow  plants  from  the  seed  yourself,  pour  warm  water 
on  the  seed  and  allow  it  to  stand  until  cool;  pour  it  off  and  repeat  two 
or  three  times  with  fresh  warm  water.  Sow  in  spring  in  drills  about 
eighteen  inches  apart  and  two  inches  deep  in  light,  rich  soil,  planting 
fifteen  to  twenty  seeds  to  each  foot  of  row.  When  the  plants  are  well 
up,  thin  to  about  one  inch  apart  and  give  frequent  and  thorough  culti- 
vation during  the  summer.  If  this  has  been  well  done,  the  plants  will 
be  fit  to  set  the  next  spring. 

The  permanent  beds  should  be  prepared  by  deep  plowing  or  spading 
and  thoroughly  enriching  the  ground  with  stable  manure  or  other  ferti- 
lizer; a moist,  sandy  soil  is  best.  If  the  subsoil  is  not  naturally  loose  and 
friable,  it  should  be  made  so  by  thoroughly  stirring  with  a subsoil  plow 
or  spade.  Set  the  plants  about  four  inches  deep  and  one  to  two  feet 
apart  in  rows  four  to  six  feet  apart.  After  the  plants  are  well  started, 
give  frequent  and  thorough  cultivation.  Early  the  next  spring  spade  in 
a heavy  dressing  of  manure  and  about  one  quart  of  salt  and  double  the 
quantity  of  fresh  wood  ashes  to  each  square  rod  and  cultivate  well  as 
long  as  the  size  of  plants  will  permit,  or  until  they  begin  to  die  down. 
The  next  season  the  bed  may  be  cut  over  two  or  three  times,  but  if  this 
is  done,  all  the  shoots,  no  matter  how  small,  should  be  cut.  After  the 
final  cutting,  give  a good  dressing  of  manure,  ashes,  and  salt.  Cultivate 
frequently  until  the  plants  meet  in  the  rows. 

In  autumn  after  the  tops  are  fully  ripe  and  yellow,  they  should  be 
cut  and  burned.  A bed  fifteen  by  fifty  feet,  requiring  about  one  hundred 
plants,  if  well  cultivated  and  manured,  should  give  the  following  season 
an  abundant  supply  for  an  ordinary  family  and  continue  productive  for 
eight  or  ten  years. 

PaltriAffrt  ^ very  early  maturing  and  prolific  variety,  producing 
IT  aimcllO  an  abundance  of  very  large,  deep  green  shoots  of  the 
best  quality.  Seed,  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  35c.  Roots,  Postpaid; 

$1.50  per  100;  $10.00  per  1000. 

Columbian  Mammoth  White  nShVYhJ'o'u  c7  «ceV>u?£ 

ally  large  size  and  of  superior  tenderness  and  flavor.  The  color  is  clear 
white  until  four  to  six  inches  above  the  surface.  A large  proportion  of 
the  seeds  will  produce  white  shoots  and  the  green  ones  can  be  rejected 
when  setting  out  the  permanent  bed.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  ^ Lb.  30c. 
Roots,  Postpaid;  $1.50  per  100;  $10.00  per  1000. 

P*  i A ircmnhiil  This  sort  is  the  largest  and  most  extensively 
VSlalll  m gcnlllll  used  green  variety.  Shoots  bright  green  tinged 
with  purple  at  the  top,  very  tender  and  of  the  best  quality.  This 
variety  is  recommended  as  the  best  for  Market  Gardeners.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  35c.  Roots,  Postpaid;  $1.50  per  100;  $10.00  per  1000. 


Giant  Argentuil 


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  thickest  scales  at  the  base  of  the  flower-heads  or  buds.  The  plant  is  very  different  from  what  is  known 
in  America  as  Artichoke  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  satis- 
factorily after  three  or  four  years,  it  is  best  to  start  a new  plantation 
as  often  as  once  in  three  years. 


p„pPn  T*  Inkp,  The  plant  of  this  variety  is  of  medium  height  with 
VJiCCll  VJiUUc  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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  $1.00;  *4  Lb.  $2.75. 


Asparagus  Roots  ready  in  quantity  in  March. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


BEANS 


No  crop  responds  more  readily  than  Beans  to  good  soil 
and  cultivation.  A light,  rich,  well-drained  loam  which 
was  manured  for  the  previous  crop  is  the  most  desirable. 
If  too  rank  manure  is  used  it  is  apt  to  make  the  plant  run 
too  much  to  vine. 

Beans  are  very  sensitive  to  both  cold  and  wet  and  it  is 
useless  to  plant  them  before  the  ground  has  become  dry 
and  warm.  The  large  returns  will  result  from  planting  in 
drills  from  two  to  three  feet  apart.  Cover  the  seed  one  and 
one-half  to  two  inches  deep  and  thin  the  young  plants 
three  to  six  inches  apart  in  the  row.  If  planted  in  hills, 
make  the  hills  about  two  feet  apart  each  way.  For  suc- 
cession, plant  at  intervals  of  two  weeks  till  midsummer. 
The  plants  up  to  the  time  of  blossoming  should  have  fre- 
quent shallow  cultivation,  but  any  mutilation  of  the  roots 
by  cultivation  after  the  plants  come  into  bloom  is  likely  to 
cause  the  blossoms  to  blast  and  so  cut  off  the  crop.  Culti- 


vation should  be  very  shallow  and  it  is  useless  to  expect  a 
crop  from  a field  so  poorly  prepared  as  to  need  deep  stir- 
ring after  planting. 

Our  growers  give  careful  attention  to  selecting  and  Im- 
proving the  different  varieties  and  keeping  them  pure,  and 
we  invite  the  most  critical  comparison  of  our  stocks  with 
those  of  any  other  seedsmen. 

The  varieties  of  garden  beans  we  offer  have  been  sepa- 
rated for  convenience  into  five  groups:  Wax  Podded  Dwarf 
or  Bush  sorts,  Green  Podded  Dwarf  or  Bush  sorts.  Dwarf 
Limas,  Pole  or  Running  sorts,  and  Pole  Limas.  Nearly  all 
of  these  sorts,  except  the  Limas,  are  suitable  when  young 
for  use  as  snaps.  The  low  growing  sorts  are  called  Bunch 
beans  in  some  sections.  In  northern  latitudes  the  term 
“butter  beans”  is  often  applied  to  low  growing  wax  podded 
sorts.  In  the  south,  however,  by  “butter  beans”  is  usually 
meant  limas. 


Notice— If  beans  are  ordered  sent  Parcel  Post,  add  5c  for  the  first  lb.;  lc  for  each  additional  lb. 


DWARF  OR  BUSH— WAX  PODDED  SORTS 


This  is  one  of  the  earliest 
and  best  dwarf  sorts  for  the 
home  market  and  private 
gardens.  The  plants  are 
erect,  compact,  and  very 
productive.  The  pods  are 
of  medium  length,  four  and 
one-half  to  five  inches, 
nearly  straight,  broad,  flat, 
golden  yellow,  very  fleshy 
and  wax-like.  The  variety 
cooks  quickly  as  snaps, 
shelling  well  when  green, 
and  is  of  superior  quality 
used  in  either  way.  Seed 
medium  sized,  oval,  white, 
more  or  less  covered  with 
two  shades  of  purplish  red. 
The  amount  and  shade  of 
color  on  this  and  all  parti- 
colored beans  will  be  af- 
fected greatly  by  condi- 
tions of  soil  and  ripening. 
We  are  convinced  that  none 
of  the  so-called  improved 
strains  is  equal  to  the  seed 
we  offer  of  this  standard 
variety. 

Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


M,  G.  Seed  Co’s. 
Golden  Wax 


Challenge  Dwarf  Black  Wax 

erect, . bearing  pods  well  up 
about  four  and  one-fourth 
inches  long,  roundish  oval, 
considerably  curved,  fleshy, 
crisp,  tender,  and  string- 
less. Seed  jet  black.  We 
consider  this  the  best  early 
wax  bean  for  the  home  or 
market  garden. 


Continued  experience  has  satisfied  us  of  the  great  merit  of  this  variety  as 
an  early  wax  podded  bean.  The  plants  although  small,  are  compact  and 
from  the  ground.  The  pods  are  an  attractive  medium  yellow  in  color,  medium-sized, 


Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Round  Pod  Wax 


IVL  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Round  Pod  Wax. 

A very  handsome  midseason  variety,  especially  desir- 
able for  snaps  for  the  home  garden.  The  plants  are  of 
strong  growth,  spreading  and  very  productive.  The  leaves 
are  large,  broad  and  roughened.  The  pods  are  long  and 
round,  five  and  one-half  to  six  inches,  slightly  curved, 
light  yellow,  wax-like,  stringless  and  of  the  very  best 
quality.  Seed  long,  cylindrical,  medium  sized,  nearly 
white  with  a little  dark  marking  about  the  eye.  Lb.  40c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


Pencil  Pod  Wra'X  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  market  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. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Inoculate  your  beans  witb  bacteria  and  note  tbe  increased  yield, 


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BEANS  — DWARF  OR  BUSH 


GREEN  PODDED  SORTS 


The  green  podded  dwarf  sorts  are  perhaps  the  most  Im- 
portant class  of  garden  beans  and  are  probably  more  ex- 
tensively used  for  snaps  than  the  wax  podded  varieties, 
although  the  latter  are  considered  by  many  as  the  more 
attractive  in  appearance.  The  green  podded  sorts  are  as 
a rule  the  more  productive,  being  less  sensitive  to  unfavor- 
able conditions  of  soil  and  climate  and  of  late  years  have 
been  less  susceptible  to  bean  diseases. 

Extra  Early  Refugee  ^1(Srem/„'ryt  “8SJ53 

round,  fleshy,  light  green  pods  which  are  slightly  curved, 
of  medium  size,  about  five  inches  long  and  of  fine  quality. 
The  plants  are  a little  smaller,  more  upright,  and  the 
leaves  a little  larger  than  those  of  the  late  Refugee,  and 
the  seed  much  the  same  in  shape  and  color.  Our  stock  Is 
uniform,  the  vines  ripening  pods  well  together  and  long  be- 
fore those  of  the  Refugee  or  Thousand  to  One.  Seed  long, 
cylindrical,  rounded  at  ends,  drab,  nearly  covered  with  dark 
purple  blotches.  This  is  an  excellent  snap  bean  for  early 
markets  and  stands  shipment  well.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60, 

Early  Yellow  Kidney  s^S\r£lf. 

C*  \AA»«klrc  flat*  han<isome*  rather  light  green  and 
OIX  YV  CCKS  when  young  are  of  good  quality  for  snaps. 
Seed  medium  sized,  long,  kidney  shaped,  light  yellow  with 
small  brownish  circle  about  the  eye.  This  is  early  matur- 
ing and  a fine  shipper.  It  is  much  used  for  the  home  gar- 
den and  market.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

RAimtifiil  This  excellent  dwarf,  green  podded  sort  is 
DOUniimi  similar  in  appearance  to  Early  Yellow  Kid- 
ney 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,  of  handsome  appear- 
ance and  absolutely  stringless  for  snaps.  They  are  tender 
and  brittle  much  longer  than  most  sorts.  The  pods  are 
longer,  broader,  and  have  longer  tips  than  those  of  Long 
Yellow  Six  Weeks.  Seed  medium  sized,  slender,  light  yel- 
low with  brownish  circle  about  eye.  Bountiful  is  a most 
desirable  early  sort  for  snaps  for  the  home  garden. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Extra  Early  Round 
Pod  Red  Valentine 


For  snaps  there  is  nothing 
superior  to  this  variety 
among  the  dwarf  green  pod- 
ded sorts  both  for  the  home 


and  market  garden  and  many  prefer  it  to  the  wax  varie- 
ties. The  plants  are  of  medium  size,  erect,  with  dark  green 
leaves.  The  pods  are  of  medium  length,  about  four  and 
one-half  inches,  medium  green  color,  curved,  cylindrical, 
with  crease  in  back,  very  fleshy,  crisp,  and  tender.  Where 
the  young  plants  have  to  contend  with  adverse  conditions, 
no  other  dwarf  bean  is  more  certain  than  the  Valentines 
are  to  set  pods.  Seed  long,  of  medium  size  and  unsym- 
metrical  in  shape,  purplish  pink  splashed  with  pale  buff. 
Lack  of  symmetry  in  the  seed  of  this  variety  is  an  indi- 
cation of  superior  fleshiness  and  good  quality  in  the  pods. 
We  know  of  no  stock  of  Red  Valentine  which  can  be  com- 
pared with  that  we  offer  in  uniformly  high  quality  of  pod. 
Our  strain  combines  in  high  degree  all  the  good  qualities 
of  the  sort.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


MC  C00J  This  new  and  excellent  dwarf 

« Occu  LU  green  podded  sort  is  similar  to 

Stringless  White  Valentine  Rheed  wvaie”t°S2I 

quality  and  productiveness  just  as  good,  and  having  the 
advantage  of  a white  seed  so  long  sought  after.  The  vines 
are  vigorous,  very  productive,  pods  six  to  seven  inches 
long,  round,  brittle  and  of  excellent  quality.  This  sort 
has  this  decided  advantage  if  the  market  is  overstocked 
with  green  podded  beans;  let  them  ripen  and  you  have  an 
unequaled,  pure  white  shell  bean  for  baking.  Lb.  35c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Stringless  Green  Pod  greev„eryPoaaeIaasnapd"ort 

for  the  home  garden  and  largely  grown  for  the  market. 
The  plants  are  large,  spreading  and  productive.  The  pods 
are  medium  green,  five  to  six  inches  long,  cylindrical, 
larger  than  those  of  Red  Valentine  but  are  quite  as  fleshy, 
of  equally  high  quality  and  remain  crisp  and  tender  longer. 
They  mature  a little  later.  Seed  of  medium  size  and 
length,  yellowish  brown.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Giant  Stringless  Green  Pod  prn0ducuCveedlnand 

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  Stringless  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  is  long,  slender,  yellow.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Dwarf  Horticultural 

home  garden  and  market  and  can  be  used  early  as  a green 
podded  snap  bean.  The  plants  are  very  productive,  com- 


Bountiful 


pact  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 yel- 
lowish 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.. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


M.  Go  Seed  Go’s, 
Perfection  Stringless 


A very  hardy  and  productive- 
green  podded  sort  with  strong,, 
vigorous  vines.  The  pods 
are  round,  more  fleshy, 
very  handsome,  much  longer,  straighter  than  Red  Valen- 
tine, the  plant  a little  more  spreading,  and  in  season  a 
little  later,  6 to  7 inches  long.  Seed  long,  large,  kidney 
shaped,  variegated  drab,  purple,  and  brown.  We  consider 
this  variety  one  of  the  very  best  for  home  use  or  market. 
See  Novelties  and  Specialties.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.90. 


Notice — Try  some  of  M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Perfection  Beans,  unequaled  by  any. 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


BEANS  — DWARF  OR  BUSH 

GREEN  PODDED  SORTS— Continued 


Refugee  or  Thousand  to  One  very  productive 

sort,  highly  esteemed  for  late  planting  for  snaps  and  very 
extensively  used  for  shipping,  canning,  and  picking.  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  become  light  yellow,  some- 
times splashed  with  purple.  Seed  long,  cylindrical,  light 
drab,  thickly  dotted  and  splashed  with  purple.  Lb.  30c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.40. 

The  following  three  Dwarf  or  Busli  sorts  are  also  exten- 
sively planted  as  field  beans. 


Early  Marrow  Pea  or 
Dwarf  White  Navy 

The  p 


This  sort  is  a sure  cropper 
and  not  only  more  prolific 
than  the  common  white  bean 
but  is  also  of  better  quality, 
ius  are  large  and  spreading,  with  small,  thin  leaves 


and  occasional  runners,  ripening  their  crop  comparatively 
early.  The  pods  are  light  green,  straight,  short,  about 
three  and  three-fourths  inches,  but  usually  containing  six 
beans.  The  beans  are  small,  oval,  white,  handsome,  and  of 
superior,  quality  for  use  as  dry  beans.  Lb.  25c;  5 Lbs.  $1.00. 

I \A/kit,»  The  Plants  of  this  very  Prolific  sort 

Large  W niie  are  large,  slender,  spreading,  with 

Marrow  or  Mountain  leaves.  The  pods  are 

broad,  about  five  and  one-half  inches  long,  medium  green, 
changing  to  yellow.  Seed  large,  ovoid,  clear  white,  cook- 
ing very  dry  and  mealy.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.40. 

Royal  Dwarf  Kidney  Sety,plaaiBo°  called 

Kidney,  are  upright,  very  large,  branching,  with  large, 
broad  leaves.  The  pods  are  coarse,  dark  green  and  about 
six  inches  long.  Seed  large,  white,  kidney  shaped,  slightly 
flattened  and  of  excellent  quality,  green  or  dry.  Lb.  30c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.40. 


Fordhook  Bush  Lima 


DWARF  LIMAS 

The  dwarf  lima  class  can  not  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  maturing. 

Limas  require  a longer  season  for  maturing  than  other  garden  beans. 

Do  nor  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. 

Ruck  I Dwarf  (Henderson’s)  A dwarf  form  of 

°usn  Lima  or  uwarr  oieva  the  Small  White  Lima,  valu- 
able on  that  account,  and  because  of  its  extreme  earliness,  hardiness,  and 
productiveness.  The  plants  are  without  runners  but  continue  to  grow  and 
set  pods  until  stopped  by  frost.  The  pods  are  medium  dark  green,  short, 
about  two  and  three-fourths  inches,  flat  and  contain  two  to  four  beans 
which  are  of  excellent  quality  either  green-shelled  or  dry.  This  is  much 
used  by  canners,  as  well  as  for  home  and  market  garden  use.  Seed  small, 
flat,  and  white  with  slight  tinge  of  yellow.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Burpee’s  Improved  Bush  Lima  ™?uJ?n*  “*“•  “ 

seedel  limas.  The  plants  are  vigorous  and  productive.  The  pods  are 
medium  green,  very  large,  about  five  inches  long,  thick,  and  usually  con- 
tain four  beans,  which  are  unusually  thick,  of  largest  size  and  of  excel- 
lent quality.  Seed  very  large,  thick,  and  usually  shows  a greenish  white 
tinge  which  is  generally  considered  an  indication  of  superior  quality. 

One  of  the  best  and  most  extensively  used  bush  limas  for  the  market  as 
well  as  home  garden.  Lb.  45c;  5 Lbs.  $2.00. 

Dwarf  Large  White  Lima 

quality.  The  plants  are  uniformly  dwarf  but  very  productive.  The  pods 
are  medium  green,  are  as  broad  and  very  nearly  as  long  as  those  of  the 
pole  variety  of  Large  White  Lima  and  are  a little  more  curved.  They 
contain  from  three  to  five  very  large,,  flat  beans  of  very  good  quality  for 
home  garden  "','1  c I _ large,  flat,  white  with  slight  greenish 
tinge.  o Lbs.  $1.85. 

ET  JL  1 D ,L  I An  improved  dwarf  lima  of  the  Kumerle 

r OrCtnOOK  ousn  Lima  type>  It  is  sometimes  called  Potato 
Bush  Lima.  The  plants  are  vigorous  and  erect,  bearing  well  above  the 
ground.  The  pods,  which  are  produced  in  large  clusters,  are  green, 
about  four  and  three-fourths  inches  long  and  each  contains  three  to  five 
large  beans  of  exceptionally  fine  quality.  It  is  much  more  productive 
than  Kumerle  and  matures  earlier.  Seed  large,  irregularly  oval  in 
shape,  very  thick,  with  greenish  tinge.  This  sort  is  popular  for  home 
and  market  use.  Lb.  50c;  5 Lbs.  $2.25. 


NOTICE 

Plan  for  double  crops  this  year-late  crops  to  follow  when  the  early  stuff  comes  off.  Winter 
cabbage  can  be  put  into  ground  that  has  borne  early  peas.  Parsnips  can  be  sown  up  to  mid- 
July.  Turnips  are  a crop  for  July  planting,  and  there  is  always  a demand  for  them  when  the 
season  indicates  that  other  vegetables  will  be  short.  Beets,  carrots,  and  kale  are  suited  to  meet 
summer  planting. 


We  have  a special  strain  of  Fordhook  Bush  Limas.  Try  them, 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO  7 


BEANS — POLE  OR  RUNNING 


Although  pole  beans  require  considerable  care  and  labor, 
they  are  when  properly  grown  usually  of  longer  bearing 
period  than  the  dwarf  sorts  and  are  generally  more  pro- 
ductive. 

Pole  beans  are  even  more  sensitive  to  cold  and  wet,  as 
well  as  to  drought  and  hot  winds,  than  the  dwarf  varieties, 
but  are  of  superior  quality  and  productiveness.  After  set- 
tled warm  weather,  set  poles  four  to  eight  feet  long  in  rows 
four  feet  apart  and  extending  north  and  south,  the  poles 
being  three  feet  apart  in  the  row.  Let  the  poles  slant 
slightly  toward  the  north.  Set  in  this  way  the  vines  climb 
better,  and  the  pods  are  straighter  and  more  easily  seen. 
Around  each  stake  plant  five  to  eight  beans  one  and  one- 
half  to  two  inches  deep.  When  well  started  thin  to  four 
plants,  and  see  that  they  all  climb  around  the  pole  in  the 


same  way,  for  they  will  not  grow  if  tied  up  in  the  opposite 
direction. 

Another  plan  is  to  plant  in  rows  thickly  enough  so  that 
there  will  be  one  plant  to  eight  or  ten  inches.  Set  posts 
five  feet  high  firmly  at  each  end  of  the  rows  and  drive 
stakes  made  of  two  by  two  lumber  at  intervals  of  about 
sixteen  feet  along  the  rows.  Stretch  a wire,  size  number 
10  or  12,  between  the  posts  along  each  row,  and  fasten  it 
to  the  tops  of  the  stakes  with  wire  staples.  Run  a lighter 
wire  or  twine  along  the  bottom  about  six  inches  from  the 
ground  and  fasten  to  t-he  posts  and  stakes  with  wire  staples 
Between  these  two  stretch  a wire  or  twine  wherever  there 
is  a plant.  The  vines  will  run  up  these  until  they  reach  the 
top  wire,  when  they  will  care  for  themselves.  Another 
way  is  to  omit  the  bottom  wire  and  stick  small  stakes  two 
to  six  inches  in  the  soil  and  fasten  to  top  wire. 


Brown  Kentucky  Wonder  sVesaa.kl "weVifevffhifvarT- 

ety  is  the  most  practically  useful  of  the  green  podded  pole  beans 
suitable  for  use  as  snaps.  It  is  an  edrly,  very  prolific  sor.t,  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  reach- 
ing nine  or  ten  inches,  curved  and  twisted,  round,  and  very  crisp 
when  young,  becoming  very  irregular  as  the  beans  ripen.  Seed  long, 
oval,  slightly  flattened,  dun  colored.  One  of  the  very  best  pole  snap 
beans  for  the  home  garden  or  market;  The  quality  of  our  stock  is 
unsurpassed.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Mr  An  early  maturing,  green  podded,  white 

* VJ®  eJCCU  seeded  pole  sort  desirable  for  snaps  and 

White  Kentucky  Wonder  “rnese„rpassheii ln  b‘eanSolass™e 

vines  are  vigorous  and  very  productive.  The  pods  are  round,  very 
long,  often  eight  to  nine  inches,  irregular  in  shape  and  quite  string- 
less. The  beans  when  shelled  green  are  large,  very  tender,  and 
white,  a very  desirable  feature  when  comparison  is  made  with  the 
colored  beans  of  other  varieties  of  this  class.  Seed  medium  long, 
oval,  or  well  rounded,  solid  white.  Many  gardeners  consider  this 
bean  the  most  desirable  pole  sort.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.85. 


Black  Kentucky  Wonder 


We  believe  this  variety  is  the 
most  practically  useful  of  all 
the  green  podded  pole  beans  suitable  for  use  as  snaps.  Ppds  in 
tremendous  clusters  which  are  medium  green,  very  long,  often  ten 
inches  in  length,  curved  and  twisted  nearly  round  and  very  crisp. 
Seed  jet  black.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


London  Horticultural  or  cultural  ™iS  °L 

rrankpvrv  Purpose  late  green  shell  bean  for  home 
J|JcUycU  kyldllUclTy  or  market.  The  vines  are  moderately 
vigorous  with  large,  light  colored  leaves.  The  pods  are  medium 
length,  four  and  one-half  to  five  and  one-half  inches,  pale  green 
when  young,  becoming  as  they  mature  yellowish  green  striped  or 
splashed  with  red.  The  beans  are  large,  ovate,  flesh  colored, 
splashed  and  spotted  with  wine-red  and  of  the  highest  quality, 
either  green  or  dry.  Many  like  this  sort  better  than  limas.  This 
well-known  horticultural  pole  bean  is  sold  also  as  Wren’s  Egg. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Lazy  Wife 


One  of  the  best  of  the  later  green  podded  pole  beans 
snaps  for  green  shell  use.  The  medium  green 
pods,  borne  in  large  clusters,  are  five  and  one-half  to  six  and  one- 
half  inches  long,  broad,  thick,  fleshy,  and  entirely  stringless.  When 
young  they  have  a rich,  buttery  flavor  which  is  retained  until  they  are 
nearly  ripe.  The  dry  beans  are  excellent  for  winter  use.  Seed  white, 
medium  size,  slightly  oval,  or  nearly  round.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


Put  rvv  fnrn  Hill  A very  P°Pular  variety  in  Central 

onon  Or  V^orn  nill  and  Southern  States  for  planting 
among  corn.  Vines  not  as  heavy  as  the  Kentucky  Wonder,  vigorous, 
with  dark  colored  leaves.  Pods  three  to  three  and  one-half  inches 
long,  straight,  flat,  fleshy  and  of  good  quality.  Seeds  small,  round; 
light  gray,  splashed  with  purplish  brown.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Early  Golden  Cluster  Wax  veryWeattkra0cTi?e  eSn.  an 

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  clus- 
ters, each  containing  from  three  to  six  pods  varying  in  color  from 
golden  yellow  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.  Lb.  40c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.85. 


Market  Gardeners’  White  Kentucky  Wonder 


8 


THE  MARKET  GARDEN  FRS’  SEED  COMPANY 


Gigantic  Pole  Lima 


POLE  LIMAS 


Of  all  the  pole  beans,  limas  are  considered  to  have  the  greatest  eco- 
nomic value.  The  culture  is  the  same  as  for  other  pole  beans  except  that 
being  more  tender,  the  seed  is  usually  planted  one  to  two  weeks  later.  In 
firm  soils  it  will  be  found  of  advantage  to  place  the  beans  on  edge  with 
the  eye  down  as  when  planted  in  this  manner  they  germinate  and  come  up 
more  readily. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Early  Lima 


In  earliness,  ease  of  shelling, 
size,  beauty,  and  quality  of  the 
green  beans,  this  variety  leads  all  other  early  limas  for  either  the  home 
garden  or  market.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  remarkably  productive. 
The  pods  are  medium  green,  large,  flat,  about  five  inches  long,  moderately 
curved.  The  green  shell  beans  are  very  large,  very  tender,  and  of  finest 
quality.  Seed  ovoid,  flat  with  slight  greenish  tinge.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.90. 


M.  Go  Seed  Co’s.  Early  Leviathan  °f  ®u*)1erior  quality-  Won- 

*'  derfully  productive.  The 

ideal  Pole  Lima.  Earliness  is  often  obtained  at  the  sacrifice  of  other  valu- 
able features,  but  in  this  variety  we  claim  superiority,  not  only  in  this  re- 
spect, but  in  size  of  Bean  and  pod  and  enormous  productiveness.  Lb.  40c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.90. 


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  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,  with  slight  greenish  tinge. 
Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.90. 


Carpinteria  Lima 


A most  desirable  pole  lima  for  the  home  and  mar- 
ket garden.  The  vines  are  strong  growing  and 
vigorous,  producing  an  abundance  of  fine,  large,  medium  green  pods,  five 
to  six  inches  long,  usually  closely  filled  with  four  beans  of  largest  size,  much 
thicker  than  the  average  pole  lima.  The  color  is  distinctive  in  having  a 
decided  greenish  tint,  an  indication  of  very  finest  quality.  When  cooked 
the  beans  are  very  thin  skinned,  extremely  tender,  and  of  finest  flavor.  Seed 
very  large,  exceptionally  thick,  retaining  the  distinctly  green  tinge.  Lb.  40c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.90. 


Gigantic  Lima 


This  new  variety  first  offered  by  us  last  year  is  the 
largest  podded  variety  of  any  lima  yet  introduced. 
The  Gigantic  Pods  are  eight  to  twelve  inches  long,  broad,  dark  green  color 
and  contain  from  six  to  eight  beans  of  the  best  quality.  Vines  vigorous, 
strong  growing,  exceptionally  productive  and  come  into  bearing  medium 
early.  Seed  large,  rather  flat,  medium  green.  Consider  this  the  most  pro- 
ductive and  best  sort  for  market  or  home  use.  Lb.  50c;  5 Lbs.  $2.25. 


NOTICE  to  MARKET  GARDENERS  and  TRUCKERS 

We  have  here  an  illustration  and  a meager  description  of  the 
celebrated  Felins  Vegetable  Tying  Machine,  which  is  in  a class  by 
itself.  It  is  without  a doubt  the  only  perfect  Vegetable  Tying  Ma- 
chine ever  constructed  and  we  have  on  file  many  testimonials  verify- 
ing anything  we  can  say  in  its  favor. 

It  is  an  absolute  labor-saving  device  for  Market  Growers  doing 
about  five  hours  of  tedious  labor  in  one  hour’s  time. 

It  will  tie  any  size  bunch  of  any  variety  of  Vegetable  usually 
tied,  whether  bunch  be  one-fourth  or  five  inches  in  diameter  and  tie 
as  tight  as  any  one  can  by  hand  without  readjustment. 

It  adjusts  itself  automatically,  and  is  so  simple  any  child  can 
operate  it. 

If  interested  in  the  greatest  labor-saving  device  ever  constructed 
for  Market  Gardeners  and  Truckers  write  for  full  particulars,  or, 
better  still,  a demonstration. 


Have  you  heard  about  our  Gigantic  Pole  Limas  illustrated  and  described  above. 


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BEET 


The  best  results  are  obtained  on  a deep,  rich,  sandy  loam.  If  wanted  very 
early,  sow  such  sorts  as  Crosby’s  Egyptian  and  Detroit  Dark  Red  in  hotbeds  and 
transplant,  cutting  off  the  outer  leaves.  For  general  crop  sow  in  freshly  pre- 
pared soil  as  soon  as  the  ground  will  permit,  in  rows  eighteen  inches  apart 
covering  about  an  inch  deep  and  pressing  the  soil  firmly  over  the  seed.  When 
the  plants  are  well  established  thin  out  to  six  inches  apart  in  the  row. 

For  winter  use  the  turnip  varieties  may  be  sown  in  June  or  July  so  as  to 
mature  late  in  the  season.  The  roots  are  stored  in  a cellar  and  covered  with 
sand  or  sandy  soil  to  prevent  wilting,  or  they  may  be  kept  outdooi’S  in  pits  such 
as  are  for  apples  and  potatoes. 

NOTICE — Prices  on  beet  seed  include  Postage  anywhere  in  the  United  States 


Extra  Early  Egyptian  Blood  Turnip  ?chrU  facing!  1?  iv.ar!'« 

excellent  for  first  early  crop  outdoors,  being  very  early,  with  small  tops.  The 
leaves  are  dark  green,  shaded  and  veined  with  dark  red.  The  roots  are  very- 
dark  red,  moderately  thick,  a little  rounded  on  top,  distinctly  flat  on  the  bot- 
tom, and  about  two  inches  in  diameter  when  mature.  The  flesh  is  dark  pur- 
plish red,  zoned  lighter  shade;  firm,  crisp  and  tender.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
XA  Lb.  30c. 


Crosby’s  Egyptian  S 


This  very  desirable  table  beet  does  not  closely 
'esemble  the  original  Egyptian  except  in  its  ex- 
treme earliness.  The  tops  are  small.  The  roots  are  flattened  globe  shaped  and 
very  smooth.  The  exterior  color  of  root  is  bright  red.  The  flesh  of  our  strain 
is  bright  vermillion-red,  zoned  with  a lighter  shade,  very  sweet,  tender,  and  of 
excellent  quality.  This  is  one  of  the  best  for  early  planting  outdoors  and  is  much 
used  for  bunching.  It  becomes  fit  for  use  earlier  than  any  other  variety  but  it 
is  not  so  well  suited  as  Extra  Early  Egyptian  Blood  Turnip  for  forcing  in  hotbeds  or  for  transplanting.  Our  stock  is 
exceptionally  uniform  in  shape  and  color,  and  is  earlier  than  the  older  strains  which  are  similar  in  shape  but  show 
the  purplish  red  color.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  35c. 


Crosby’s  Egyptian  Blood  Turn!© 


Detroit  Dark  Red 


We  believe  this  is  the  best  for  the  market  and  home  garden,  and  on  account  of  its  uni- 
formly deep  rich  color  the  most  desirable  for  canning.  The  tops  are  sniall  and  upright  in 

growth.  The  leaves  are  dark  green,  shaded  with  red.  The  roots  are  medium  sized,  globular  or  nearly  round,  very 

smooth  and  of  dark  blood  red  color.  The  flesh  is  deep  vermillion-red,  zoned  with  a lighter  shade  of  the  same  color. 

The  variety  is  very  desirable  for  bunching.  Careful  comparisons  with  all  prominent  varieties  on  the  market  prove 

that  Detroit  Dark  Red  is  the  most  uniform  in  shape  and  size  and  the  most  attractive  in  color.  It  is  unsurpassed  in 
quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  35c. 


Tnrnirt  (Improved)  An  extra  selected  stock  of  Blood 
iLcaiiy  l Ui  (lip  Turnip,  having  larger,  coarser  tops  and  root  than 

Detroit  Dark  Red  and  requiring  a longer  time  to  mature.  The  roots  are  dark 
red  and  nearly  round  or  slightly  flattened.  The  flesh  is  deep  red,  zoned  with 
lighter  shade,  sweet,  crisp,  and  tender.  This  is  an  excellent  market  and  home 
garden  sort  for  summer  and  autumn  use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  35c. 

Edmund’s  Early  Blood  Turnip 

garden.  Tops  short,  rather  spreading;  ribs  and  leaf  stalks  dark  red;  blade  of 
leaf  bright  green,  often  with  wavy  edge,  roots  nearly  round  or  slightly  flat- 
tened. Exterior  color  dark  red,  interior  purplish  red  with  little  zoning,  crisp, 
tender,  sweet,  and  an  excellent  keeper.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  30c. 


Crimson  Globe  Beet 


This  splendid  variety  has  now  been  grown  quite 
extensively  in  many  sections  of  the  country  and 


the  many  good  reports  received  from  old  customers  indicate  that  it  gives  most 
thorough  satisfaction.  The  root  is  of  medium  size  generally  about  three  inches 
in  diameter,  very  handsome  in  shape,  being  a little  deeper  than  round,  with  a 
remarkably  smooth  surface.  It  has  a very  small  tap-root.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  35c. 


Early  Turnip  Bassano  or  Sugar  ™ng15°Ser  “ a,Ueet"iawt™aer“ 

It  is  excellent  for  the  table,  being  especially  adapted  for  use  as  greens.  The 
tops  are  large.  The  roots  attain  a large  size,  are  light  red  in  color  and  flat- 
tened turnip-shaped  with  rather  heavy  tap.  The  flesh  is  pink,  zoned  with 
creamy  white.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  30c. 


Cw!_„  pLai.J  (See  Kale  or  Spinach  Beet)  This  kind  of  beet  is  grown 
tJWISS  ^Odru  exclusively  for  the  numerous,  fleshy,  tender  leaves  and  leaf 
stalks,  which  are  superior  to  those  of  other  beets  for  use  as  greens.  Later  in 
the  season  the  wax-like  leaf  stems  are  cooked  like  asparagus  or  are  pickled. 
This  variety  we  offer  has  large,  broad,  undulated  leaves  of  attractive  yellowish 
green  color,  and  remarkably  large,  broad  white  stalks  and  midribs  or  chards. 
It  is  well  worthy  of  a place  in  the  home  garden  as  well  as  for  market  use. 
.^vviss  Chard  is  sometimes  called  Leaf  Beet  and  Silver  Beet.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  50c. 


Detroit  Dark  Red 


Mf  A Standard  late  variety  of  very 

• VJL  JccU  good  quality  which  keeps  well 

I af-f*  through  the  winter.  The  roots  are  smooth, 

DIOUU  with  few  or  no  side  roots  but  a good  tap 
root.  The  exterior  color  of  the  roots  is  very  dark  purple, 
almost  black.  Flesh  is  dark  red,  tender,  and  sweet.  It 
is  an  excellent  sort  for  pickles  and  holds  its  top  well  in 
the  hottest  weather.  Best  late  sort  for  market  gardeners. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40c. 


M.  G.  Seed  Go’s.  Sugar  bright  turnip  shaped 

beet  of  very  good  quality  for  market  and  home  garden 
use.  The  tops  are  medium  sized,  with  bright  green  leaves. 
The  roots  are  thick  and  slightly  top  shaped  with  a medium 
sized  tap.  The  flesh  is  light  pink,  zoned  almost  white; 
crisp  and  tender.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 


NOTICE — Cooking  Recipe  for  Swiss  Chard 


PLAIN  BOILED  CHARD— Wash  and  cut  the  stalks  1 
Inch  wide;  put  in  sauce-pan  and  cover  with  boiling  water; 
boil  30  minutes,  or  until  tender;  drain;  dust  with  salt,  1 
teaspoon  to  the  quart  of  chard;  garnish  with  hard-boiled 
egg.  Serve  with  either  lemon  juice  or  vinegar.  May  also 
be  boiled  with  smoked  bacon. 


CREAMED  CHARD — Strip  the  green  from  the  ribs; 
boil  the  green  alone;  drain  and  cream  same  as  spinach. 
Cut  the  ribs  in  3-inch  pieces;  put  in  sauce-pan;  cover  with 
boiling  water  and  boil  35  minutes,  or  until  tender;  drain; 
dust  with  salt;  pile  in  center  of  shallow  dish  and  pour  the 
creamed  green  around.  Garnish  with  1 hard-boiled  egg 
chopped  fine. 


If  fond  of  greens,  try  Swiss  Chard. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


SUGAR  BEET 

FOR  SUGAR  MAKING 


The  Sugar  Beets  are  desirable  not  only  for  sugar  making  but  are  valuable  for 
stock  feeding  and  when  small  may  be  used  for  the  table.  The  best  soil  is  a rich, 
friable  sandy,  or  clayey  loam.  Rich,  mucky  soils  will  often  given  an  immense 
yield  of  roots  which,  though  excellent  for  feed,  are  of  little  value  for  sugar  making. 

Plant  early  in  spring  in  drills  two  to  two  and  one-half  feet  apart,  and  about  one 
Inch  apart  in  the  row,  covering  with  about  one  and  one-half  inches  of  fine  soil, 
firmly  pressed  down.  Cultivate  frequently.  When  about  three  inches  high  begin 
thinning  and  continue  at  intervals  until  the  roots  stand  about  ten  inches  apart. 


Vilmorin’s  Improved 


One  of  the  richest  sorts  in  sugar  content.  It  will  do 
better  on  new  lands  than  any  other,  suffers  less  from 
an  excess  of  nitrogen  and  will  keep  the  best.  The  tops  are  of  medium  size,  with 
smooth,  bright  green  leaves.  The  roots  are  of  medium  size,  white  flesh,  and  often 
yield  from  ten  to  sixteen  tons  per  acre.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  25c. 


K ] pin  \A/» rs'zl^KiPn  The  roots  are  a little  larger  than  Vilmorin’s  Improved 
VV  alUlcUcll  and  a little  hardier  and  easier  grown.  The  tops  are 
rather  large  and  the  leaves  slightly  waved.  This  sort  often  yields  under  careful 
culture  from  twelve  to  eighteen  tons  per  acre.  It  is  probably  the  best  sort  for  the 
experimenter  to  use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  25c. 


MANGEL  WURZEL 

The  culture  of  the  Mangel  Wurzel,  also  called  Mangel,  Cattle  Beet  and  Field  Beet, 
is  much  the  same  as  for  Sugar  Beets.  The  Mangels  may  be  grown  in  almost  any 
soil,  but  deep  loams  are  necessary  for  heavy  yields  of  the  long  varieties. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Improved 
Mammoth  Long  Red 


The  roots  are  very  large,  uniformly 
straight  and  well  formed  and  compara- 
tively thicker  than  the  common  sort.  The  flesh 
is  white  tinged  with  rose.  This  strain  under  care- 
ful culture  is  enormously  productive.  Our  stock  will  produce  the  largest  and  finest 
roots  which  can  be  grown  for  feeding  stock  and  is  vastly  superior  to  many  strains 
offered  under  other  names,  such  as  Norbitan  Giant,  Colossal,  Monarch,  etc.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  y4  Lb.  25c. 


(p  TsnL-rtrr]  The  tops  are  comparatively  small,  with  the  leaf  stalks 

1 an(j  veins  distinctly  tinged  with  yellow.  The  neck  is 

small.  The  roots  are  large,  ovoid,  but  with  bottom  usually  of  larger  diameter  than 
top,  light  gray  above  ground,  deep  orange  below.  The  flesh  is  yellow,  zoned  with 
white.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  25c. 


Rrnrroli  The  ^ea^s  resemble  somewhat  a coarse  cauliflower  and  the  culture 
OlOCCOIl  is  the  same  in  all  essentials  as  for  that  vegetable.  Broccoli  is  well 
adapted  only  to  those  sections  where  the  season  is  long,  cool,  and  rather  moist. 
One  of  the  most  valuable  features  is  that  it  withstands  greater  extremes  of  tem- 
perature than  cauliflower. 


Improved  Mammoth  Long  Red 
Mangel  Wurzel 


Early  Large  White  French 


orous,  and  easily  grown.  The  heads  are  white,  compact,  hard,  and  of  good 


This  is  considered  the  best  sort  for  most 
sections.  '•  he  plants  are  very  hardy,  vig- 
quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  60c;  % Lb.  $2.00. 


Rfiicc^lc  This  vegetable  is  used  in  the  fall 

UI  U99C19  jpruutb  and  early  winter  and  by  some 
considered  more  tender  and  delicious  than  any  cabbage. 
The  plant  resembles  the  cabbage,  the  edible  part  being 
the  numerous  very  small  heads  or  sprouts  an  inch  or  two 
in  diameter  formed  on  the  stalk  at  each  leaf  joint.  The 
culture  is  the  same  in  all  essentials  as  for  cabbage,  except 
the  leaves  should  be  broken  down  in  the  fall  to  give  the 
little  heads  more  room  to  grow. 


Improved  Half  Dwarf  ™%ortVOStePrrbabiymtahr; 

most  useful  variety;  The  plants  are  half  dwarf,  growing 
about  one  and  one-half  to  two  and  one-half  feet  high. 
They  are  very  hardy  and  produce  compact,  rounded,  gray- 
ish green  sprouts  of  good  size  and  fine  quality.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.40. 


CABBAGE! 


For  many  years  cabbage  seed  has  been  a leading  spe- 
cialty with  us.  Our  cabbage  seeds  are  all  grown  from 
approved  stock  seeds.  We  believe,  there  is  no  seed  that 
is  more  reliable,  nor  any  that  can  be  more  implicitly  de- 
pended uppn  ro  give  planters  uniformly  satisfactory  results. 

The  requisites  for  complete  success  with  cabbage  are: 
First,  good  seed.  In  this  crop  the  quality  of  the  seed  used 
is  of  great  importance.  No  satisfactory  results  can  possibly 
be  obtained  when  poor  seed  is  planted.  Second,  rich,  well 
prepared  ground.  A heavy,  moist,  and  rich  loam  is  most 
suitable.  Third,  frequent  and  thorough  cultivation.  The 
ground  should  bo  highly  manured  and  worked  deep.  Cab- 
bage is  grown  ail  over  the  country  and  specific  directions 
regarding  the  time  and  methods  of  planting  applicable  to 
all  localities  can  not  be  given.  In  general,  north  of  the 
tilth  parallel  the  early  sorts  should  be  sown  very  early  in 
hotbeds,  hardened  off  by  gradually  exposing  them  to  the 
night  air  and  transplanted  as  early  as  the  ground  is  in 


good  condition,  setting  eighteen  to  thirty-six  inches  apart, 
according  to  size  of  variety.  South  of  the  40th  parallel 
sow  about  the  middle  of  September,  or  later  according  to 
latitude,  transplanting  into  cold-frames  if  necessary  to 
keep  through  winter  and  setting  in  open  ground  as  early 
as  possible  in  the  spring. 

The  late  autumn  and  winter  varieties  may  be  sown  from 
the  middle  to  the  last  of  spring  and  transplanted  when 
four  to  six  inches  high.  If  the  weather  and  soil  are  dry 
the  late  sowings  should  be  shaded  and  watered  in  order  to 
hasten  germination,  but  it  is  important  that  the  plants 
should  not  be  shaded  or  crowded  in  the  seed-bed,  or  they 
will  run  up  weak  and  slender  and  will  not  endure  trans- 
planting well. . Cabbage  should  be  hoed  every  week  and 
the  ground  stirred  as  they  advance  In  growth,  drawing  up 
a little  earth  to  the  plants  each  time  until  they  begin  to 
head,  when  they  should  be  thoroughly  cultivated  and  left 
to  mature.  Loosening  the  roots  will  sometimes  retard  the 
bursting  of  full  grown  heads. 


NOTICE — Prices  on  Cabbage  Seed  include  Postage. 


Don’t  fail  to  grow  some  Mangel  Wurzel  for  your  Poultry.  They  relish  them. 


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Henderson's  Early  Summer  tnt,eXs!t 

ond  early,  somewhat  flattened  cabbage,  valuable  for 
the  home  garden  and  takes  well  on  the  market.  It 
is  also  well  adapted  for  kraut.  The  plants  are  vig- 
orous and  strong  growing  but  compact,  with  numer- 
ous but  not  large,  rather  spreading  outer  leaves! 
which  are  somewhat  frilled;  stem  rather  short.  The 
heads  are  of  medium  size,  round,  somewhat  flat- 
tened and  keep  longer  without  bursting  than  most 
early  sorts.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


All  Favlv  This  excellent  second  early 

riu  * *c»*'«*  wOi  ly  market  sort  produces  heads 
that  are  very  large  for  so  early  a cabbage  and  of 
very  good  quality.  It  is  desirable  not  only  for  gen- 
eral spring  planting  but  by  planting  late  it  can  be 
used  as  a fall  and  early  winter  cabbage.  The  va- 
riety is  well  adapted  for  kraut.  The  plants  are 
compact,  with  few  outer  leaves  which  are  compara- 
tively smooth  and  rather  thick;  stem  short.  The 
heads  are  solid  and  flat  but  very  deep.  Our  strain  is 
of  special  value.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


Charleston  or  Large  Wakefield 

CABBAGE— Continued 

To  preserve  cabbages  during  the  winter,  pull  them  on  a 
dry  day  and  turn  them  over  on  the  heads  a few  hours  to 
drain.  Set  them  out  in  a cool  cellar,  or  bury  them  in  long 
trenches  in  a dry  situation,  covering. 

A great  many  of  the  varieties  of  cabbages  are  simply 
strains  rather  than  distinct  sorts  and  are  really  the  same 
as  some  older  and  better  known  kinds.  We  are  confident 
that  every  good  quality  can  be  found  in  a greater  degree 
in  the  varieties  we  offer  than  in  any  other  kinds. 


Early  Dwarf  Flat  Dutch  tTi.p,“Sabie 

second  early  sort  are  short  stemmed,  compact  and 
upright  with  comparatively  few  and  short  leaves. 
The  heads  are  large  for  size  of  plant,  are  nearly 
round  or  somewhat  flattened,  close,  firm,  and  very 
solid.  They  mature  a little  earlier  than  Early  Sum- 
mer. This  variety  is  extensively  used  for  home  gar- 
den and  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  Lb. 
$1.00. 


All  A-  very  desirable  large  cabbage  of  in- 

i-\li  ucasUIla  termediate  season,  adapted  for  autumn 
as  well  as  late  summer  use,  and  considered  one  of  the 
most  desirable  for  kraut.  The  plants  are  very  vigorous 
and  sure  heading,  with  few  outer  leaves  which  are  large 
and  fairly  smooth  or  slightly  waved.  The  heads  are  nearly 
round  or  somewhat  flattened,  very  solid  and  of  excellent 
quality.  It  is  remarkable  for  its  ability  to  stand  the  hot 
sun  and  dry  weather,  remaining  an  exceptionally  long  time 
in  condition  for  use.  Sometimes  sold  as  Vandergaw.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


Early  Jersey  Wakefield  ^ 

surest  heading  of  first  early  cabbages  for  the  market  and 
home  garden.  Most  gardeners  depend  upon  it  for  the  bulk 
of  their  extra  early  crop.  The  plants  are  exceedingly 
hardy,  not  only  in  resisting  cold  but  other  unfavorable 
conditions.  They  are  compact  and  erect  or  very  slightly 
spreading,  with  few  outer  leaves,  which  are  smooth,  thick, 
nearly  oval,  and  deep  green.  The  stem  is  short.  The 
heads  are  of  medium  size,  very  solid,  uniformly  pointed 
and  of  excellent  quality.  Our  stock,  grown  and  selected 
with  great  care,  is  of  first  quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz. 
35c;  % Lb.  $1.25. 


Charleston  or 
Large  Wakefield 


A strain  in  which  the  plant  is  larger 
and  a little  later  than  Early  Jersey 
Wakefield,  the  head  being  fully 
as  solid  but  less  pointed  and 
considerably  larger.  The  leaves  are  rather  large,  smooth, 
and  comparatively  thick.  Its  exceeding  hardiness,  earli- 
ness, and  size  of  head  have  made  it  with  market  gardeners 
and  shippers  a popular  sort  to  follow  Jersey  Wakefield. 
The  plants  are  medium  sized,  very  vigorous,  slightly 
spreading.  The  heads  are  blunt-pointed  but  very  broad  at 
the  base.  Our  stock  can  be  depended  upon  to  produce  uni- 
formly fine,  marketable  heads.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c; 
M t Lb.  $1.25. 


Copenhagen  Market 

duced.  The  heads  are  exceptionally  large  for  so  early  a 
variety,  very  solid  and  of  most  excellent  quality.  The 
plants  are  vigorous  but  compact,  with  short  stem  and  few 
outer  leaves  which  are  of  rather  upright  growth.  The 
leaves  are  medium  light  green,  nearly  round,  comparatively 
thick  and  smooth.  This  is  a most  excellent  sort,  both  for 
the  home  garden  and  market  gardening  trade.  Our  strain 
produces  the  characteristic  large,  round  heads  that  tor 
solidity  and  excellent  quality  make  this  variety  so  valu- 
able. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.40. 

Glorv  r>£  Fnkliiii7Pn  This  second  early  variety  is 

VAii/ry  Ul  Cilliuiuizen  very  sure  heading  and  of 
excellent  quality.  The  plants  are  of  vigorous  growth,  with 
large,  rather  spreading  outer  leaves,  which  are  noticeably 
curved  and  frilled.  The  heads  are  globular  or  very  nearly 
round,  very  solid,  and  of  large  size  for  so  early  a variety. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


One  of  the  most  reliable  main  crop  or  late 
oureneaa  cabbages  for  northern  latitudes,  being  very 
hardy  and  exceptionally  sure  heading.  In  some  sections 
this  is  used  largely  as  a late  home  market  cabbage  and 
for  shipping.  The  plants  are  rather  upright,  with  many 
outer  leaves  which  are  waved,  thin  edged,  crimped,  and 
distinctly  frilled;  stem  rather  short.  The  heads  are  large 
and  broad,  thick,  somewhat  flattened,  compact,  very  solid, 
and  of  excellent  quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  *4  Lb. 
$1.00. 

M.  G.  Seed  Co's.  Premium  result  of  much 

P|  ■ care  on  our  part  to  develop  and  main- 

F lttl  LJ Ul€n  tain  the  good  qualities  which  have  made 
this  sort  so  popular.  The  plants  are  very  hardy,  compara- 
tively slow  growing  but  very  sure  heading;  stem  rather 
short.  The  plants  are  exceptionally  vigorous,  with  very 
large,  broad,  spreading  outer  leaves  which  are  moderately 
smooth  or  very  slightly  waved  and  slightly  blistered.  The 
heads  are  uniformly  large,  often  very  large,  flat  but  deep, 
distinctly  flattened  on  the  top,  solid,  and  of  excellent  qual- 
ity. This  is  considered  by  many  as  the  standard,  very 
large  late  cabbage  for  home  garden  and  market.  It  is  an 
excellent  keeper.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  *4  Lb.  $1.00. 


Market  Gardeners’  Copenhagen  Market 


Copenhagen  Market,  most  profitable  Cabbage  for  market  gardeners. 


12 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


* CABBAGE — Continued 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Premium  1'  sJrr~ 2 

I kets  that  require  a very  large  and 

l^alc  L/rumneaa  deep  head.  It  is  also  much  used  as 
a main  crop  or  late  sort  for  the  home  garden.  The  plants 
are  large,  fairly  compact  but  distinctly  vigorous,  with  me- 
dium length  stem  and  large  outer  leaves,  which  are  up- 
right in  growth  and  moderately  waved.  The  heads  are 
uniformly  large,  very  large  when  grown  in  good,  rich  soil, 
are  flattened  on  top  but  very  deep,  compact,  and  of  ex- 
cellent quality.  The  heads  can  be  kept  in  good  condition 
until  late  in  spring.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 

Early  Dwarf  Ulm  Savoy  &.•  ^ 

and  most  excellent  flavor.  The  plants  are  rather  small 
but  vigorous.  The  outer  leaves  are  medium  sized,  much 
crumpled,  thick,  fleshy,  deep  green.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz. 
30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 

Improved  American  Savoy  ma!nbeciopf  and 

late  Savoys  for  home  use  or  markets.  The  plants  are 
vigorous,  of  medium  size,  with  rather  short  stem,  and  are 
very  sure  heading.  The  outer  leaves  are  medium  large, 
thick,  fleshy,  and  densely  and  uniformly  crumpled.  The 
heads  are  large,  nearly  round,  fairly  solid,  sweet,  and 
tender.  The  quality  is  superior  to  sorts  that  have  been 
offered  as  Perfection  Green  Globe  or  Drumhead  Savoy. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $100. 


Mammoth  Rock  Red 


The  largest  and  surest 
heading  red  cabbage, 
much  better  than  stock  offered  as  Rea  Drumhead.  The 
plants  are  large  and  vigorous  with  medium  length  stem 
and  spreading  outer  leaves  which  are  dark  green  with  red 
veining.  The  heads  are  late  maturing,  large,  round,  very 
solid  and  of  very  attractive  deep  red  color.  The  variety 
is  much  used  for  cold  slaw  and  pickling.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  35c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


Chines  Cabbage  (rE‘TSAI>  The  improved  strain 
V^lliilCsC  GaUUa^C  we  0f£er  resembles  when  well 

grown  Cos  Lettuce  rather  than  Cabbage.  It  is  often  called 
Celery  Cabbage  on  the  market.  The  leaves  of  the  plant 
when  young  are  crimped  at  the  edges,  of  light  green  color 
and  appear  like  smooth  leaved  mustard  but  with  much 
broader  and  heavier  midribs.  The  plant  as  it  matures  be- 
comes more  upright  and  forms  heads  much  like  Cos  Let- 
tuce. The  inner  leaves  blanch  an  attractive  light  yellow 
or'  creamy  white  with  very  white  midribs.  It  is  of  dis- 
tinctive flavor,  very  mild  and  pleasant.  It  is  served  as  a 
salad  like  lettuce  or  cooked  like  asparagus.  The  early 
plantings  of  Pe-Tsai  run  quickly  to  seed  in  hot  weather. 
Sow  in  drills  fourteen  to  twenty  inches  apart  and  thin 
seedlings  Two  or  three  times;  or  if  grown  for  the  market 
start  in  boxes  and  transplant  like  cabbage.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c:  Oz.  30c;  %.  Lb.  $1.00. 


CARROT 


Chantenay 


The  carrot  is  one  of  the  most  wholesome  and  nutritious  of  our  garden  vegetables  and 
it  should  be  planted  in  every  garden  as  well  as  among  the  field  crops.  For  horses  and  as 
winter  feed  for  milch  cows,  the  carrot  cannot  be  surpassed  and  it  should  be  more 
largely  grown  by  farmers  for  this  purpose. 

While  a sandy  loam  made  rich  by  mannr  ing  the  previous  year  is  the  best  soil  for  the 
carrot,  any  good  land  thoroughly'  and  deeply  worked  will  produce  satisfactory  crops. 
It  is  advisable  to  sow  as  early  in  the  spring  as  the  ground  is  fit  to  work,  though  good 
crops  may  be  grown  from  late  sowings.  For  table  use  sow  the  smaller  kinds  early  in 
rows  sixteen  to  eighteen  inches  apart.  For  field  culture  sow  in  drills  eighteen  to 
twenty-four  inches  apart,  using  from  one  and  one-half  to  three  pounds  of  seed  to  the 
acre.  Cover  one-half  to  one  inch  deep  and  see  to  it  that  the  soil  is  pressed  firmly  above 
the  seed.  As  soon  as  the  plants  appear,  use  the  cultivator  or  wheel  hoe.  Thin  two  to 
six  inches  apart  in  the  row,  according  to  the  size  of  the  variety.  Notice — Prices  on 
carrot  seeds  include  Postage. 


The  tops  of  this  early  half 
IVldifclGl  v_X di  Ucllcra  long  frame  sort  are  very  small 
Frwrmcr  and  seed  may  be  sown  very  thickly  as  the 
l UlLlIlg  variety  is  well  adapted  for  forcing.  The 
roots  are  of  medium  size,  slender,  cylindrical  with  re- 
markably small  neck,  handsome  deep  orangq  color,  tender 
throughout  and  of  the  best  quality.  They  are  usually  four 
and  one-half  to  five  inches  in  length,  but  sometimes  grow 
considerably'  longer.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  75c. 

Half  Long  Scarlet  Nantes 

Qtinmn  variety  has  small  tops  and  is  excel- 

O l LirOp  I\OOtcU  ent  for  the  market  or  home  garden. 
The  roots  are  cylindrical,  smooth  and  of  a bright  orange 
color.  The  flesh  is  orange,  becoming  yellow  in  center  but 
very  tender  throughout.  ’ This  variety7  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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  50c. 

A most  excellent,  medium  early,  half 
V^nanienay  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  har- 
vested make  it  desirable  as  a field  sort.  The  tops  are 
medium  sized  with  small  neck.  The  mature  roots  are 
thick,  five  to -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 
extensively7  used  for  bunching.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c; 
^4  Lb.  60c. 


Guerande  or  Ox  Heart 


„ . ..  Market  Gardeners’  Forcing 

Especially  desirable  for 
soil  so  bard  and  stiff 
that  longer  rooted  sorts  yvould  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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  50c. 


Dpnvavfi  A half  ]onS  orange  carrot,  grown  largely  on  account  of  its  great  productive- 
l/aJVvfS  ness  and  adaptability  to  all  classes  of  soil.  It  is  a desirable  second  early  car- 
rot for  the  home  garden  and  is  also  suitable  for  field  culture.  The  tops  are  medium  size. 
The  mature  roots  are  of  medium  length,  six  To  eight  inches  long,  tapering  uniformly  to 
a blunt  point.  The  flesh  is  deep  orange,  tender,  and  of  good  quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  50c. 


Carrots,  dear  reader,  are  mighty  wholesome  and  nutritious, 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


13 


CAULIFLOWER 


Cauliflower,  although 
one  of  the  most  deli- 
cious vegetables,  is  but 
tittle  grown  except  by 
professional  gardeners 
because  of  the  erroneous 
notion  that  it  is  so  dif- 
ficult to  grow  that  only 
skilled  gardeners  can 
produce  it.  Any  one 
will  be  reasonably  sure 
of  success  with  this 
most  desirable  vegetable 
if  the  cultural  directions 
given  below  are  care- 
fully followed. 

Sow  in  March  or  early 
in  April  in  hotbed  and 
transplant  to  cold-frame 
when  sufficiently  large  to 
handle.  As  soon  as  dan- 
ger of  hard  freezing  is 
over  set  in  the  open 
ground  in  rows  two  and 
one-half  feet  apart  and 
eighteen  inches  apart  in 
the  row.  The  plants  will 
endure  a light  frost.  The 
soil  for  cauliflower 
should  be  like  that  for 
cabbage,  but  it  is  better 
if  made  richer  than  is 
ordinarily  used  for  that 
crop.  Plenty  of  good 
manure  must  be  well  in- 
corporated with  soil  and 
the  latter  be  brought  in- 
to the  highest  state  of 
tilth.  No  application, 
however,  can  be  more 
necessary  or  more  use- 
ful than  that  of  cultiva- 
tor and  hoe. 

All  the  cauliflower 
seed  we  offer  is  pro- 
duced by  the  most  ex- 
perienced growers  in 
Europe,  in  such  locali- 
ties as  are  best  suited  to 
its  proper  development 
and  the  greatest  care  is 
taken  to  save  seed 
from  perfectly  developed 
plants  only. 


Erfurt  Cauliflower 

Notice — Prices  on  Cauliflower  Seeds  include  Postage. 


IVSflrlfPt  narflpnpre’  Unquestionably  the  earliest 
IViarKei  VAdraenerS  maturing  Strain  of  the  true 

Greenhouse  or  Forcing  banrt  tyPTeof  llVn- 

flower.  It  is  admirably  adapted  for  forcing  or  wintering 
over  for  early  crop  and  is  the  most  popular  sort  for  these 
purposes,  also  one  of  the  best  sorts  for  late  summer  and 
fall  crop.  A most  desirable  sort  for  the  home  garden.  The 
plants  are  compact,  with  few  short,  outside  leaves  and  are 
well  suited  for  close  planting.  The  heads  are  of  medium 
to  large  size,  solid,  compact,  round,  very  white,  and  curd- 
like and  are  developed  earlier  than  those  of  any  other  sort. 
We  are  in  position  to  supply  the  most  critical  trade  with 
seed  which  can  be  depended  upon  as  the  very  best.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  $3.50. 

f?av*lvr  An  extremely  early  variety  produc- 

Ei&riy  jnOWDml  ing  magnificent  white  heads  of 
finest  quality.  For  market  gardeners’  use  it  is  one  of 
the  most  profitable.  Excellent  for  family  use.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  $2.50. 


Farlxr  Fllwavf  FVfn%-t  A remarkably  sure  heading 
l^ciriy  LJ  W Ctrl  H,riun  early  Cauliflower.  It  is  of 
dwarf  habit  with  short  outside  leaves  and  is  similar  in 
all  respects  to  Early  Snowball,  and  nearly  as  early.  The 
heads  when  ready  for  market  are  of  medium  to  large  size. 
The  curd  is  white,  exceptionally  deep  and  of  finest  quality. 
It  will  give  excellent  results  either  in  the  home  garden  or 
for  market  use  and  is  superior  to  most  seed  sold  at  higher 
prices.  Where  extreme  earliness  is  not  the  greatest  con- 
sideration we  recommend  this  strain  after  having  proven 
it  far  superior  to  most  stocks  offered  as  Snowball.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  $2.50. 

V eitch’s  Autumn  Giant  able 1 “‘“‘variety  vw!"h 

long  stems  and  dark  green  leaves.  The  heads  are  very 
large,  white,  firm,  and  compact  and  being  well  protected 
by  foliage,  remain  a long  time  fit  for  use.  The  plants 
should  be  started  and  transplanted  early  in  the  season  to 
insure  their  full  development.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  $1.25. 


CELERY 


Sow  the  seed  (which  is  slow  to  germinate)  from  about 
February  20  to  April  20  in  shallow  boxes  indoors  or  sow 
in  a finely  prepared  seed  bed  out  of  doors  in  April  in 
straight  rows  so  that  the  small  plants  may  be  kept  free 
from  weeds.  See  to  it  that  the  seed  is  not  covered  too 
deep  and  that  the  bed  is  kept  moist,  almost  wet,  until  the 
seeds  germinate,  as  plenty  of  moisture  is  essential  to  get 
a satisfactory  growth.  The  seed  will  not  germinate  well* 
if  planted  in  a hotbed  or  where  subjected  to  a temperature 
above  60°  F.  When  the  plants  are  onte  to  two  inches 
high,  thin  out  and  transplant  so  that  they  may  stand  two 
or  three  inches  apart  each  way.  When  they  are  four 
inches  high,  cut  off  the  tops,  which  will  cause  the  plants 
to  grow  stocky.  Plants  are  usually  set  out  when  about 
five  inches  high.  It  is  well  to  cut  off  the  lower  half  of  the 
roots  before  transplanting. 


The  crop  is  usually  made  to  succeed  some  earlier  one, 
but  in  order  to  grow  good  celery  the  soil  must  be  made 
as  rich  as  possible,  the  essentials  to  success  being  very 
rich  soil  and  plenty  of  water.  If  good  plants  are  used 
they  may  be  set  out  as  late  as  the  middle  of  August,  but 
the  best  results  are  usually  obtained  from  setting  about 
the  middle  of  June  or  first  of  July.  The  most  desirable 
time  will  depend  upon  local  climate  and  is  that  which  will 
bring  the  plants  to  maturity  during  cool,  moist  weather. 
In  setting,  prepare  broad  trenches  about  six  inches  deep 
and  four  to  six-feet  apart,  in  which  the  plants  should  be 
set  six  inches  apart,  cutting  off  the  outer  leaves  and  press- 
ing the  soil  firmly  about  the  roots.  The  compacting  of  the 
soil  excludes  the  air  from  the  roots  until  new  rootlets  are 
started.  The  only  care  now  necessary  for  about  six  weeks 
is  to  keep  the  plants  free  from  weeds  by  frequent  culti- 
vation. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


CELERY —Continued 


When  the  plants  are  nearly  full  grown  they  should  be 
"handled,”  which  is  done  by  gathering  the  leaves  together 
while  the  earth  is  drawn  about  the  plant  to  one-third  its 
height,  taking  care  that  none  of  it  falls  between  the  leaves, 
as  it  would  be  likely  to  cause  them  to  rust  or  rot.  After 
a few  days  draw  more  earth  about  them  and  repeat  the 
process  every  few  days  until  only  the  tops  of  the  leaves 
are  visible.  Or  it  may  be  blanched  by  pressing  the  leaves 
together  with  two  wide  boards  held  in  place  by  stakes  or 
by  wire  hooks  at  the  top.  This  is  the  method  commonly 
used  by  market  gardeners  and  the  rows  need  to  be  only 
about  three  feet  apart,  but  celery  so  blanched  is  not  so 
good  in  quality  and  is  more  likely  to  become  pithy  than 
that  blanched  with  earth.  Care  should  be  taken  that  the 
plants  are  not  disturbed  while  they  are  wet  or  the  ground 
is  damp;  to  do  so  increases  the  liability  to  injury  from 
rust. 

A part  of  the  crop  may  be  simply  "handled”  and  then 
at  the  approach  of  severe  freezing  weather  taken  up  and 
set  out  compactly  in  a dark  cellar  or  an  unusued  cold- 
frame,  where  the  temperature  can  be  kept  just  above  the 
freezing  point  and  it  will  then  gradually  blanch  so  that 
it  may  be  used  throughout  the  winter.  Should  the  plants 
begin  to  wilt,  water  the  roots  without  wetting  the  stalks 
or  leaves  and  they  will  revive  again. 

Celery  is  sometimes  grown  by  what  is  termed  the  new 
process  which  consists  in  making  a spot  as  rich  as  pos- 
ible  and  there  setting  the  plants  six  to  eight  inches  apart 
each  way.  If  the  soil  is  very  rich  and  there  is  an  abund- 
ance of  water,  the  plants  will  blanch  each  other  and  the 
product  will  be  very  white  and  handsome,  but  we  think  It 
is  inferior  in  quality  to  that  grown  by  the  old  method. 

Notice — Prices  on  Celery  Seed  include  Postage. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Golden 
Y ellow  Self -Blanching  “riy  i„ln,he°fnan“a0sn  any 

and  we  have  yet  to  find  a strain  better  in  quality  and 
appearance  than  our  stock  of  Golden  Yellow  Self-Blanch- 
ing. Critical  gardeners  generally  depend  upon  our  stock 
to  produce  their  finest  celery.  It  is  excellent  for  the  home 
garden.  The  plants  are  of  medium  size,  compact  and 
stocky,  with  yellowish  green  foliage.  As  they  mature  the 
inner  stems  and  leaves  turn  beautiful  golden  yellow  so 
that  blanching  is  effected  at  a minimum  expenditure  of 
time  and  labor.  Its  handsome  color,  crispness,  tender- 
ness, freedom  from  stringiness,  and  fine  nutty  flavor  have 
established  it  as  a superior  early  sort.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  90c;  *4  Lb.  $3.00. 


White  Plume 


A handsome,  very  early  variety. 
The  leaves  are  light,  bright  green 
at  base,  shading  nearly  white  at  tips.  As  the  plants  ma- 
ture, the  inner  stems  and  leaves  turn  white  and  require 
to  be  earthed  up  but  a short  time  before  they  are  in  con- 
dition for  use.  Although  very  attractive,  we  do  not  think 
that  it  compares  favorably  with  the  Golden  Yellow  Self- 
Blanching  either  in  flavor  or  solidity,  or  that  it  will  remain 
in  condition  for  use  as  long.  White  Plume  has  been  much 
in  demand  as  a market  sort  on  account  of  its  very  at- 
tractive appearance  and  requiring  a very  short  time  for 
blanching.  It  is  suitable  also  for  the  home  garden.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 


Facv  RlanrVuntr  This  is  a &reen  leaved  variety 
IL.<U>y  Oianinmg  developed  from  the  Gold  Yellow 
Self-Blanching  and  we  recommend  it  as  being  of  the  very 
best  quality  for  fall  and  early  winter  use  for  the  home 
garden  and  market.  It  blanches  to  a beautiful  yellowish- 
white  color,  is  very  solid  and  crisp,  and  of  a fine  nutty 
flavor.  The  stalks  are  of  medium  height,  very  thick,  the 
upper  portion  nearly  round  but  broadening  and  flattening 
toward  the  base.  With  high  culture  this  variety  will  give 
splendid  satisfaction  as  a growing  sort  for  fall  and  winter 
use.  In  the  south  it  is  prized  more  than  almost  any  other 
kind.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  90c;  *4  Lb.  $3.00. 


M.  G.  Seed  Go’s.  Golden  Yellow  Self-Blanching 


Winter  Reliance 


This  is  considered  the  most 
attractive  in  color  and  the 
best  in  quality  of  any  of  the  late  keeping  sorts.  The 
plants  are  moderately  dwarf,  compact,  with  solid  heart 
and  habit  of  growth  very  well  adapted  for  late  keep- 
ing. When  ready  for  the  late  market  the  color  is  a 
very  attractive  light  creamy  yellow.  The  quality  is 
unsurpassed  by  any  variety  of  its  class  and  is  decidedly 
superior  to  most  of  the  older,  long  keeping  sorts. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c;  Lb.  $1.00. 


PFT  FRIAr*  OK  turnip  rooted  celery. 

vLiLLIvlrt^  jn  this  kind  of  celery,  the  roots 
have  been  developed  by  cultivation  and  not  the  leaf- 
stalks. The  roots,  which  are  the  edible  portion,  keep 
well  for  winter  use  and  are  excellent  for  soups  and 
stews.  They  are  also  cooked  and  sliced  as  a salad. 

Sow  seed  at  the  same  season  and  give  the  same  treat- 
ment as  common  celery.  Transplant  to  moist,  rich 
soil,  in  rows  two  feet  apart  and  six  inches  apart  in 
row.  Give  thorough  culture.  It  is  not  necessary  to 
earth  up  or  "handle”  the  plants.  After  the  roots  have 
attained  a diameter  of  two  inches,  they  are  fit  for  use. 
To  keep  through  winter  pack  in  damp  earth  or  sand 
and  put  in  the  cellar  or  leave  out  of  doors,  covering 
with  earth  and  straw  like  beets  and  carrots. 


Large  Smooth  Prague  ’™sy  p^aucef  iarg. 

roots  of  nearly  globular  shape  and  comparatively 
smooth  surface.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  *4  Lb.  75c. 


Chervil 

A hardy  annual  with  aromatic  leaves  resembling 
parsley  and  by  many  considered  superior  to  it  in 
flavor.  The  young  leaves  are  used  in  soups  and  salads 
and  for  flavoring  and  garnishing  meats  and  vegetables. 

Sow  in  early  spring  in  rich,  well  prepared  soil.  The 
seed  is  slow  to  germinate,  sometimes  remaining  in  the 
earth  four  to  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. 


Cllflpfl  This  sort  is  greatly  superior  to  the  old,  plain 
V-'UIieu  variety,  being  earlier,  handsomer  and  hav- 
ing fully  as  fine  fragrance  and  flavor.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  25c;  % Lb.  75c. 


Plant  seeds  that  you  possibly  overlooked  last  season. 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


15 


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  should  be  planted  as  early  as  can  be  done 
without  risking  great  loss  from  frosts  or  from  rotting  of  the  seed  in  the  soil. 

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  six  kernels  to  the  hill.  For  the  later  sorts  the  hills 
should  be  not  less  than  four  feet  apart  each  way.  Hoe  frequently,  and 
when  six  inches  high  thin  so  as  to  leave  three  to  four  plants  in  the  hill. 
Give  frequent  and  thorough  but  shallow  cultivation  until  the  tassels  appear. 
Notice — If  Corn  is  wanted  sent  Parcel  Post  add  5c  for  the  first  pound  and 
lc  for  each  additional  pound. 


r Unnatr  Pi  A New  Golden  Grain  variety  that  has  ears 

viuIUcIl  noney  JL/6W^  about  seven  inches  long  which  resembles 
Golden  Bantam  in  color.  Stalks  about  five  feet  high,  usually  twelve  rowed 
and  when  ready  for  use  is  golden  yellow  in  color.  Grains  longer  than 
Golden  Bantam,  very  sweet  and  tender  and  remains  fit  for  table  use  longer 
than  any  yellow  variety.  Once  you  try  this  variety  it  will  become  your 
favorite  Sugar  Corn.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


(T'1  Rnnlam  This  is  an  early  sweet  corn  with  golden  yellow 

LlOiacIl  Dalllalll  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  gar- 
den and  market  variety  has  been  very  carefully  selected  and  is  decidedly 
superior  to  much  that  is  offered.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.10. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Money  Maker  Sracoearaiyr  <£,*  ‘for  bfho 

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. 
The  size  and  beauty  of  this  variety  give  it  ready  sale  even  when  the  market 
is  overstocked.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


C„J.,  P * „i  Remarkably  large  in  ear  for  a second  early 
IvcllUcl  S JC.ariy  VJ.lo.ni  sort  and  extensively  grown  in  some  locali- 
ties 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  rather 

broad  and  shallow,  and  the  quality  very  good.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.10. 


Mammoth  Blue  Bantam 


This  corn,  when  very  young,  cooks  re- 
markably white,  but  the  ripe  grain  is 
bluish  black.  For  home  use  we  consider  it  the  best  second  early  sort  where 
tenderness  and  sweetness  are  the  qualities  most  desired.  It  does  especially 
well  as  a second  early  variety  in  the  South.  The  stalks  are  about  six  and 
one-half  feet  high.  The  ears  are  about  eight  inches  long  and  are  usually 
eight  rowed.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co.’s 
Golden  Country  Gentleman 


This  new  Yellow  or  Golden  grained  variety  is  a 
cross  between  the  Golden  Bantam  and  Country 
Gentleman  varieties  and  has  all 
the  good  qualities  of  both.  Stalks 
about  6 ft.  high,  maturing  the  delicious  golden  grained  6 to  7 inch  ears, 
medium  early,  and  we  predict  this  variety  will  prove  a winner.  Lb.  50c; 
5 Lbs.  $2.25. 


StowelPs  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.  The  stalks  are 
about  seven  and  one-half  feet  high.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.10. 


rmmtrv  r.onflowian  This  variety  has  a small,  white  cob,  densely 
VUUIIiry  uenueman  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.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.10. 


Tio-  70 tr  Firornvoon  This  fine  new  strain  possesses 
*^15  *d5  LVCrgreen  the  distinct  characteristics 
which  have  made  Stowell’s  Evergreen  so  deservedly  the 
favorite  for  main  crop,  but  produces  ears  fit  to  use  from 
one  week  to  ten  days  earlier.  Rows  irregular.  Lb.  30c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.10. 

MP  prt’c  This  late  or  main-crop  variety 

• vl*  vli  a,  is  a strain  of  Zig-zag,  producing 

Double  Nose  or  Club  SJKn.t'SwSK. 

productiveness,  similar  fine  quality,  and  irregular  "shoe- 
peg”  arrangement  of  the  crowded,  slender,  deep  grains. 


The  ears,  being  so  much  larger  than  those  of  the  original 
type,  are  more  desirable  in  our  locality  as  a market 

variety.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.25. 

Early  Adams  or  Burlington  e"ny  x field 1 

rlety  and  often  used  for  table,  particularly  in  the  South. 
The  ears  are  about  eight  inches  long,  twelve  or  fourteen 
rowed.  The  kernels  are  white,  rounded,  somewhat  deeper 
than  broad  and  indented  at  the  outer  end  which  is  whiter 
and  less  transparent  than  the  inner.  The  stalks  are  about 
six  feet  high.  Lb.  25c;  5 Lbs.  $1.00, 


Look  for  list  of  Field  Corn  for  feeding  or  ensilage  on  page  75. 


Ihl. mmntll  This  variety,  also  called  Late  Mammoth,  produces  the 
iTlClIllIIlULII  largest  ears  of  any  sweet  corn.  It  is  noted  for  the  im- 
mense size  of  the  ears,  which  are  often  twelve  inches  long,  but  are  sweet, 
tender  and  delicious.  They  are  sixteen  or  eighteen  rowed.  The  stalks  are 

very  large,  about  eight  feet  high.  Lb.  30c;  5 Lbs.  $1.10. 


Zig-zag 


We  urge  all  to  try  our  Golden  Country  Gentleman  Corn.  You  will  never  regret  it. 


16 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


CUCUMBER 


This  is  one  of  the  vegetables  that  can  be  grown  to  perfection  by  any  one  who  can  control  a few  square  yards  of 
reasonably  good  soil  that  is  fully  exposed  to  the  sun.  Every  family  should  be  supplied  from  its  own  garden,  since  the 
fruit  is  so  much  better  when  gathered  fresh  from  the  vines  as  desired  for  use  than  it  is  in  the  more  or  less  wilted 


condition  in  which  it  is  found  on  the  market. 

In  order  to  obtain  the  largest  yield  of  cucumbers,  the  soil  should  be  well  enriched  with  well-rotted  manure,  but 
an  abundance  of  good  fruit  can  be  raised  on  any  rich  garden  soil.  Plant  the  seed  not  over  an  inch  deep  in  hills  four 
to  six  feet  apart  each  way,  dropping  fifteen  to  twenty  seeds  in  a hill.  After  the  plants  begin  to  crowd  and  danger  from 
the  striped  beetle  is  pretty  well  over,  thin  to  three  plants  to  the  hill.  Give  frequent  but  shallow  cultivation  until  the 
plants  make  runners  so  long  that  this  is  impracticable. 

In  field  culture,  plow  furrows  four  feet  apart  and  similar  one  at  right  angles  to  the  first.  At  each  intersection  drop 
a shovelful  or  more  of  well-rotted  manure  which  should  be  well  mixed  with  the  soil,  forming  a broad,  flat  hill  four  to 
six  inches  above  the  surface.  Many  growers  omit  every  fourth  row,  thus  forming 
paths  for  the  distribution  of  manure  and  gathering  the  fruit. 

In  many  sections,  where  earliness  is  very  important,  market  gardeners  start 
plants  in  boxes  made  like  the  ordinarj'  berry  box,  but  without  the  raised  bottom. 

The  boxes  are  set  in  hotbeds  or  cold-frames,  filled  with  rich,  friable  soil  and  the 
seed  planted.  When  danger  of  frost  is  over,  the  plants  are  set  in  the  open  ground, 
the  boxes  being  cut  away  so  that  the  roots  are  not  disturbed  at  all. 

Pick  the  fruit  as  soon  as  it  is  large  enough  and  before  it  begins  to  ripen,  as  the 
vines  will  cease  setting  fruit  as  soon  as  any  seed  begins  to  mature.  In  gathering 
for  pickles,  cut  the  stem  instead  of  pulling  the  fruit  off  and  be  careful  not  to  mar 
the  fruit  in  any  way,  for  if  the  skin  be  broken  the  pickles  will  not  keep  so  well. 

NOTICE — Prices  quoted  on  Cucumber,  Cress  and  Corn  Salad  Seed  include  Postage. 

C*  1 f'',j  a An  early  and  very  productive  variety.  The  vines  are  hardy 

CioTty  V^IUSici  and  very  vigorous,  bearing  fruits  in  clusters  of  two  or  three. 

The  fruits  are  short,  thick,  bright  green,  shading  lighter  at  blossom  end,  crisp  and 
tender.  This  sort  is  planted  in  many  sections  for  the  home  garden.  It  is  exten- 
sively used  for  a pickling  cucumber  as  well  as  for  slicing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 

*4  Eb.  40c. 

Piflrliner  This  is  a very  productive  variety  that  is  extensively  grown 
DOSiOIl  I Ithling  for  pickles.  The  vines  are  vigorous.  The  fruits  are 
bright  green,  of  medium  size,  very  smooth  and  symmetrical.  The  flesh  is  crisp  and 
tender.  Our  seed  is  decidedly  superior  to  much  that  is  offered.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 

Oz.  15c;  % lb.  40c. 

(®’or  Pickles)  This  is  a very  small,  oval,  prickly  fruited 
OOla.II  unemin  sort  quite  distinct  from  all  others  and  grown  exclusively 
for  pickles.  It  is  the  smallest  of  all  the  varieties  and  should  always  be  picked 
when  young  and  tender.  The  seed  is  distinctly  smaller  than  that  of  other  cucum- 
bers and  is  slow  to  germinate,  requiring  usually  from  two  to  three  weeks.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Eb.  50c. 

I C'  v The  stock  we  offer  under  this  name  is  in  a class 

improVcU  EUIlg  'JlCcIl  by  itself.  The  vines  are  very  vigorous  and  pro- 
ductive. The  fruits  are  very  long,  often  twelve  to  fifteen  inches  when  mature,  and 
are  sometimes  longer.  They  are  uniformly  slender  and  of  beautiful  dark  green 
color.  The  large  warts  and  spines  are  well  distributed  over  the  surface  instead  of 
being  clustered  at  one  end  as  in  inferior  stocks.  The  variety  furnishes  some  fruits 
early  but  matures  the  bulk  of  its  crop  rather  late.  It  is  a standard  sort  for  slicing 
and  is  very  largely  used  for  pickles.  The  fruits  are  often  used  for  making  sweet 
pickles.  This  is  probably  the  most  extensively  used  cucumber  for  the  home  garden 
and  market.  The  stock  we  offer  has  no  equal.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Eb.  60c. 

Pirb-lincr  This  variety  is  between  the  Long  and  the  Short  Green, 

E IbtVllllg  forming  a long,  slender,  cylindrical  pickle  which  is  very 
crisp  and  tender.  The  vines  are  very  vigorous  and  productive.  The  mature  fruits 
are  about  eight  to  nine  inches  in  length  and  are  sometimes  longer.  This  sort  is 
desirable  for  slicing  as  well  as  for  pickling.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Eb.  40c. 

Fnrlv  XA/inifipi  °ne  of  the  best  sorts  for  table  use.  The  vines  are 

LiaJiy  VV  llilC  opiilc  vigorous,  fruiting  early  and  abundantly.  The  fruits 
are  uniformly  straight,  light  bright  green,  fairly  well  covered  with  white  spines 
and  when  mature  are  often  about  seven  inches  in  length  and  are  sometimes  longer. 

The  flesh  is  crisp,  tender,  and  of  excellent  quality.  The  variety  is  much  used  for 
the  home  garden  and  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Eb.  40c. 

tCInnrlilrf*  ^ medium  early,  white  spined  cucumber  of  handsome,  very  dark 
lYlUnOlRC  green  color  and  of  excellent  quality  for  slicing.  The  vines  are  very 
hardy  and  productive.  The  mature  fruits  when  grown  under  favorable  conditions 
are  often  about  eight  inches  in  length,  and  are  uniform  in  size  and  shape.  The 
color  is  very  dark  green,  slightly  striped  at  the  ends.  The  dark  green  color  is  re- 
tained much  longer  and  is  affected  less  by  the  hot  sun  than  any  other  sort  with 
which  we  are  familiar.  Its  uniform  size  and  shape  and  splendid  color  are  making 
this  variety  very  popular  as  a shipping  sort.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  ^4  Eb.  40c. 

Fvt | nr  The  fruits  of  this  desirable  table  variety 

ELiXira  Lung  or  V cryiccll  are  ]ong,  cylindrical,  dark  green,  with  very 
white,  crisp,  and  tender  flesh.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and 
VV  Illie  upinc  productive  and  come  into  full  bearing  somewhat  later  than 
Early  White  Spine.  The  mature  fruits  are  about  eight  to  nine  inches  in  length  and 
are  sometimes  longer.  This  variety  is  adapted  also  for  forcing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 

Oz.  15c;  ^4  Eb.  50c.  Extra  Long  or  Evergreen  White  spine 


CRESS 


As  early  in  spring  as  the  ground  can  be  worked  sow  the 
seed  in  lion,  well  prepared  soil,  in  shallow  drills  about  six- 
teen. inches  apart,  covering  with  about  one-half  inch  of 
fine  soil  firmly  pressed  down.  When  the  young  plants  are 
well  started  thm  four  to  six  inches  apart  in  the  row.  For 
succession  plant  every  two  weeks,  thinning  out  as  required 
for  use.  Keep  off  insects  by  dusting  with  Pyrethrum  powder. 

Curled  or  Pepper  Grass  Sin  l£u£  ale  Sel 

for  garnishing.  It  is  also  desirable  with  lettuce,  to  the 
flavor  of  which  its  warm,  pungent  taste  makes  a most 
agreeable  addition.  The  plant  is  of  rapid  growth,  about 
one  foot  high.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Eb.  35c. 


True  Water 


This  is  a distinct  variety  of  cress  with 
small,  oval  leaves  and  thrives  best  when 


Its  roots  and  stems  are  submerged  in  water.  A fair  growth 
may  be  obtained  in  soil  which  is  kept  wet  but  does  best 
when  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  shoots  should  be  cut,  not  broken  off. 
In  summer  it  is  best  to  cut  them  closely,  the  oftener  the 
better.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c. 

CORN  SALAD  ESS'LL™. 

This  is  a small,  quick  growing  salad  plant  for  late  fall, 
winter,  and  spring  use.  The  leaves  are  used  as  a sub- 
stitute for  lettuce  and  spinach. 

: During  August  and  September  sow  the  seed  in  shallow 
drills  about  one  foot  apart,  covering  with  about  one-fourth 
inch  of  fine  soil  firmly  pressed  down.  On  the  approach  of 
severe  cold  weather,  cover  with  straw  or  coarse  litter. 
The  plants  will  also  do  well  if  the  seed  is  sown  very  early 
in  spring  and  like  most  salad  plants  are  greatly  improved 
if  sown  on  very  rich  soil.  The  seed  we  offer  is  extra 
cleaned.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  Eb.  40c. 


Try  our  Evergreen  White  Spine  Cucumber.  None  better. 


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CHICORY— 


The  dried  and  prepared  roots  are 
much  used  as  a substitute  for  coffee, 

Large  Rooted  or  Coffee  “dy  thbe  ySse<f 

spring  salad.  Our  stock  is  the  improved  type,  with  very 
much  larger,  smoother,  whiter,  and  proportionately 
shorter  roots  than  the  old  kind. 

Sow  seed  as  early  in  spring  as  the  ground  can  be  pre- 
pared, in  rather  light,  moderately  rich  soil,  in  drills  two 
to  two  and  one-half  feet  apart  for  either  garden  or  field 
culture.  When  the  plants  are  sufficiently  large,  thin  to 
six  inches  apart  in  the  row.  Cultivate  well.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  55c. 


£ (French  Endive.)  The  leaves  and  leaf  stems 
W lUOOr  0f  this  variety  are  blanched  and  used  as  a 
salad  like  Endive  or  Cos  Lettuce.  The  top  will  attain 
the  proper  size  in  from  four  to  six  weeks.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  30c;  *4  Lb.  90c. 


n nVF  Q_ onion-like  plant  used  as  a salad  and 

L'OI  V WLtbJ  f0r  flavoring  soups.  It  also  makes  an 

Allium  Schoenoprasum  gSnt  be^Sfg 

which  may  frequently  be  cut,  a new  growth  of  leaves 
appearing  soon  after  each  cutting.  The  plants  grow  about 
ten  inches  high.  One  sowing  will  answer  for  about  three 
years.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  $1.00. 


pAI  I ARDQ  This  is  a tall,  loose  leaved  cabbage- 
like  or  kale-like  plant  grown  through- 
out the  South  and  known  in  different  sections  as  “Cole,” 
“Colewort,”  or  simply  “Greens.”  It  is  extensively  used 
for  the  table  as  well  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  can  not  be  grown  to  perfection. 

Sow  the  seed  thickly  in  drills,  in  rich  ground,  trans- 
planting when  about  four  inches  high;  or  sow  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  white  or  green 

stemmed  variety,  growing  two  to  three  feet  high  and 
forming  a large,  loose,  open  head  or  cluster  of  leaves  with 
a rather  long  stem.  A frost,  if  not  too  severe,  will  improve 
rather  than  injure  the  quality  of  the  leaves.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


Market  Gardeners’  Seed  Co’s.  Black  Beauty 


Dandelion 

Sow  early  in  spring,  in  very  warm,  rich  soil,  in  drills 
eighteen  inches  apart;  thin  to  five  inches  apart  and  culti- 
vate well;  they  will  be  fit  for  cutting  the  next  spring. 
When  grown  for  the  roots,  sow  in  September  and  cultivate 
well  during  the  fall  and  the  following  summer;  the  roots 
will  be  fit  to  dig  in  October. 

Cultivated  or  French  Common  p re0civeed 

ment  on  the  wild  dandelion.  It  is  very  early  and  vigorous. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  % Lb.  75c. 


Egg  Plant 

Seed  germinates  slowly  and  should  be  started  in  hotbed, 
for  in  this,  as  in  all  semi-tropical  plants,  it  is  important 
to  secure  a rapid  and  continuous  growth  from  the  first,  the 
plants  never  recovering  from  a check  received  when  young. 
When  plants  have  two  rough  leaves  transplant  three  or  four 
inches  apart.  When  the  ground  is  warm  and  all  danger  not 
only  from  frosts  but  from  cold  nights  is  past,  harden  off  by 
gradual  exposure  to  the  sun  and  air  and  decreasing  the 
supply  of  water,  then  carefully  transplant  to  open  ground, 
setting  two  and  one-half  feet  apart.  It  is  desirable  to  shade 
the  young  plants  from  very  hot  sun  and  to  protect  them 
from  the  potato  bug  which  otherwise  often  destroys  them. 
Some  seasons  egg  plants  will  fail  to  set  fruit  or  will  not  be- 
gin bearing  until  too  late  to  mature,  no  matter  how  faith- 
fully they  may  have  been  cared  for.  This  is  especially  likely 
to  happen  if  the  summer  is  cool  and  rather  moist.  We 
know  of  no  certain  remedy  for  it,  although  it  is  a good  prac- 
tice to  pinch  off  the  ends  of  the  branches  after  the  plants 
begin  to  bloom,  so  that  only  two  or  three  fruits  will  set. 


IVL  G.  Seed  Co’s. 


This  variety  is  a general  favor- 
ite both  for  market  and  home 

Improved  Large  Purple  fpf„deei”-ss.  ThiLJeanl„d 

spreading  with  light  green  foliage.  It  usually  produces 
four  to  six  large,  oval  fruits  of  a splendid  dark  purple 
color.  The  vigor  and  productiveness  of  the  plants  and  the 
large  size,  earliness  and  fine  quality  of  its  fruits  make  it 
a most  profitable  variety  for  market  gardeners.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c;  V*  Lb.  $1.75. 


Rlarf'L-  Rich  dark  Purple,  large,  and  sym- 

L>iaLli  UCaUiy  metrical,  maturing  a little  earlier 
than  our  Improved  Large  Purple  but  usually  not  quite  as 
large.  Very  desirable  for  the  market  as  the  fruit  holds  its 
color  a long  time.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c;  *4  Lb.  $1.75. 


Endive 

One  of  the  best  salads  for  fall  and  winter  use.  Endive 
is  not  only  much  used  for  salads  and  garnishing  but  is 
also  desirable  for  greens  and  for  flavoring  soups  and  stews. 
Plants  may  be  grown  at  any  season  of  the  year  but  are 
more  generally  used  late  in  the  fall.  For  early  use  sow 
about  April  15th;  for  later  supply  sow  in  June  or  July  in 
drills  fourteen  to  twenty  inches  apart  and  when  well 
started  thin  the  plants  to  one  foot  apart.  When  nearly 
full  grown  tie  the  outer  leaves  together  over  the  center  in 
order  to  blanch  the  heart  of  the  plant.  By  covering  fresh 
plants  every  few  days  a succession  may  be  kept  up. 


Market  Gardeners’  Seed  Co’s.  Yellow  Curled 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s. 
Yellow  Curled 


This  beautiful  variety  does  not 
need  blanching  to  prepare  it  for 
use,  the  midribs  being  naturally  a 
golden  yellow  finely  cut  witli  curled 
leaves.  Highly  esteemed  by  Market  Gardeners.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.50. 


NOTICE — All  prices  quoted  on  this  page  include  postage. 


Plant  some  French  Endive  or  Witloof.  Yon  will  like  it. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


ENDIVE— Continued 

NOTICE — All  prices  quoted  on  this  page  include  Postage 
except  where  noted. 

f arop  Purler!  A hardy’  vigorous  growing 

JL.arge  ureen  juried  endive  with  bright  deep 
green  leaves.  The  midrios  of  the  outer  leaves  are  usually 
tinged  with  rose.  The  dense  mass  of  deeply  divided  leaves 
formed  in  the  center  blanches  very  readily  to  rich  creamy 
white.  This  sort  is  highly  esteemed  for  the  market  and 
home  garden  and  is  much  used  for  salads.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  *4  Eb.  50c. 

Broad  Leaved  Batavian  h^rf&af'nro’EJ'S 

less  twisted  and  waved  bright  deep  green  leaves  with 
thick,  nearly  white  midribs.  The  inner  leaves  form  a 
fairly  solid,  clustering  head  which  blanches  beautiful  deep 
creamy  white  and  is  crisp,  tender,  and  of  fine  flavor.  This 
sort  is  unsurpassed  for  salads  and  is  much  used  for  the  home 
garden  and  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Eb.  50c. 


Z''*  A pi  |/^*  A bulbous  rooted  plant  of  the  onion  family 
vlrtlVLiV/  with  a strong,  penetrating  odor  but  much 
esteemed  by  some  for  flavoring  soups,  stews,  etc.  We  fre- 
quently receive  orders  for  garlic  seed  but  we  can  supply 
bulbs  only.  Prepare  ground  the  same  as  for  onions,  plant 
bulbs  in  drills  eight  inches  apart  and  four  inches  apart  in 
row  covering  two  inches  deep.  When  the  leaves  turn  yel- 
low take  up  the  bulbs,  dry  in  shade  and  lay  them  up  in  a 
dry  loft  as  you  would  onions.  BULBS,  *4  Eb.  20c;  Lb.  60c. 

ll/'\pC|7  P Ani^sH  Horse  Radish  rarely  produces 
nUi\J£)  IVril/ljn  seed  but  is  grown  from  pieces 
of  the  roots.  Mark  off  the  rows  two  and  one-half  feet 
apart  in  rich,  moist,  well  prepared  ground  and  set  the 
pieces  of  roots  eighteen  inches  apart  in  the  rows  verti- 
cally, the  small  end  down  and  the  top  one  to  three  inches 
below  the  surface.  Cultivate  thoroughly  until  the  tops 
cover  the  ground,  when  their  shade  will  keep  down  the 
weeds.  SMALL  ROOTS — 3 for  10c;  35c  per  dozen,  postpaid. 
By  freight  or  express  at  purchaser’s  expense,  $1.75  per  100. 

HERBS  used  for  flowering  purposes 


Anise  (Pimpinella  anisum) 
Balm  (Melissa  officinalis) 
Basil,  Sweet  (Ocimum  bas- 
ilicum) 

Borage  (Borago  officinalis) 
Caraway  (Carum  carui) 
Coriander  (Coriandrum  sati- 
vum) 

Dill  (Anethum  graveolens) 
Fennel,  Sweet  (Foeniculum 
officinale) 

Horehound  (Marrubium  vul- 
gare) 

Hyssop  (Hyssopus  offici- 
nalis) 


Uavender  (Lavendula  spica) 
Marjoram,  Sweet  (Origa- 
num marjorana) 
Rosemary  (Rosmarinus  offi- 
cinalis) 

Rue  (Ruta  graveolens) 
Saffron  (Carthamus  tinctor- 
ius) 

Sage  (Salvia  officinalis) 
Savory,  Summer  (Satureia 

hortensis) 

Thyme  (Thymus  vulgaris) 
W ormwood  (Artemisia  ab- 
sinthium) 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Early  White  Vienna 


AlarKet  tiarueners  Seed  Co  s.  Curled  Winter 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Curled  Winter 


A very  vigorous  growing  va- 
riety of  spreading  habit,  its 
green  foliage  having  a distinctive  bluish  tinge  or  bloom.  The  leaves  are  very 
large,  cut  and  frilled  at  the  edges.  The  variety  is  very  hardy,  a favorite  for 
greens  and  in  some  sections  is  extensively  grown  for  forage.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  *4  Ub.  40c. 

KOHI  RARF  The  edible  Part  is  the  turnip-shaped  bulb  formed  above 
wa  iJ-i  nnui  ground.  It  is  tender  and  excellent  when  used  before  fully 
grown,  combining  somewhat  the  flavors  of  cabbage  and  turnip.  In  some  sec- 
tions of  this  country  the  Kohl  Rabi  is  also  called  Turnip-rooted  Cabbage.  In 
Europe  the  name  Turnip-rooted  Cabbage  has  been  applied  to  the  Ruta  Baga, 
Swedish-Turnip,  or  Swede. 

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  of  good 
young  Kohl  Rabis.  Plantings  may  be  made  the  latter  part  of  July  for  fall  use. 

Earlv  WKifp  Vienna  (Extra  for  forcing)  This  variety  is  extremely 
ail y TT  llUC  ICiIilo,  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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c; 
*4  Eb.  80c. 

I REFC  This  belongs  to  the  onion  family.  The  leaves  are  flat,  and  the  stems 
l_, IV  are  very  large,  cylindrical,  and  bulbous.  Sow  early  in  spring  in 
drills  twelve  to  fifteen  inches  apart,  covering  one-half  inch  deep.  Thin  plants 
to  six  inches  apart  in  row  and  draw  the  earth  about  them  when  cultivating. 
If  one  desires  very  white  and  tender  leeks  transplant  when  about  six  inches 
high,  setting  four  inches  apart  in  trenches  about  two  feet  apart  and  gradually 
earth  up  like  celery. 

T a**cTf*  American  Flarr  A desirable  strong  growing,  broad  leaved  leek, 
lUttll  Flag  hardy  and  productive.  It  is  a favorite  with 
many  market  gardeners  and  is  also  extensively  used  for  the  home  garden. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  % Eb.  80c. 

The  largest  variety,  when  well  grown  often 
three  inches  in  diameter,  white  and  tender. 
It  is  an  exceptionally  hardy  garden  sort.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  *4  Lb.  80c. 


Kale  or  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. 

Tall  Green  Curled  Scotch  tThIs  vPia ?i e t°y 

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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Eb.  50c. 

Dwarf  Curled  Scotch  sApre’ 55$, 
or  German  Greens  ^ 

greens.  This  sort,  sometimes  called  Norfolk,  is  grown 
extensively  in  the  South  for  shipment  and  is  planted 
largely  for  the  home  garden.  The  leaves  are  long  and 
attractive  bright  green. 


This  sort  is 
often  used  for 
S a r n ishing. 
Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c; 
rA  Eb.  50c. 


Before  going  any  farther  with  your  seed  list  be  sure  you  have  inserted  on  order  sheet  your 

full  name  and  correct  address. 


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LETTUCE 


For  early  outdoor  culture  In  the  latitude  of  Cincinnati 
and  southward  the  seed  may  be  planted  in  the  fall,  pro* 
tecting  the  young  plants  from  severe  freezing  either  with 
frames  or  coarse  litter  which  may  be  removed  as  soon  as 
danger  of  severe  freezing  is  over.  Lettuce  in  ground  out 
of  doors  will  stand  some  freezing  but  Is  killed  by  prolonged 
frost  or  frequent  freezing  and  thawing.  North  of  Cincin- 
nati an  early  crop  may  be  secured  by  starting  under  glass 
from  January  to  March  and  hardening  off  well  before  set- 
ting in  ground,  which  should  be  done  as  soon  as  weather 
will  permit. 

Lettuce  to  be  at  its  best  should  be  grown  as  rapidly  as 
possible,  hence  the  soil  should  be  made  as  rich  and  pliable 
as  possible  by  liberal  manuring  and  thorough  prepara- 
tion. For  winter,  sow  under  glass  from  November  to 

NOTICE — All  prices  quoted 


February  and  thin  out  as  early  in  the  spring  as  the  ground 
can  be  worked,  in  drills  eighteen  inches  apart  and  thin 
the  young  plants  to  four  inches  apart  in  the  row.  As  the 
plants  begin  to  crowd  thin  them  out  and  use  as  required. 
In  this  way  a much  longer  succession  of  cuttings  may  b® 
had  from  the  same  ground.  For  the  cabbage  or  heading 
varieties  where  large  heads  are  desired,  the  plants  should 
be  thinned  ten  to  twelve  inches  apart  in  the  row. 

Varieties  marked  A are  particularly  adapted  for  culture 
under  glass  and  for  early  spring  use.  Those  marked  B are 
sometimes  grown  under  glass,  but  are  especially  desirable 
for  outdoor,  summer  culture.  Big  Boston,  Brown  Butch, 
and  California  Cream  Butter  are  very  hardy  and  suited 
for  winter  outdoor  culture  in  the  South. 

l this  page  include  Postage. 


CABBAGE  OR  HEADING  VARIETIES 


Farlv  Tpnnic  Rail  A-  (Seed  black>  °ne  of  the 
ILany  i ennis  £>ail  best  heading  lettuces,  espe- 
cially desirable  for  early  planting  outdoors  and  also  suit- 
able for  forcing.  The  plants  are  large,  with  thick,  bright 
green  leaves.  They  form  very  solid  heads,  the  inner  leaves 
blanching  to  a rich,  creamy  white,  and  are  crisp,  tender 
and  buttery.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Bb.  70c. 

/''*•»_  fr***  This  very  large  heading  lettuce  is  de- 

\*TISp  ttS  ICc  sirable  not  only  as  a garden  variety  for 
summer  use,  but  is  much  used  as  a fall  and  winter  market 
sort.  It  is  the  variety  largely  grown  in  California  and 
shipped  to  eastern  markets.  The  plant  is  very  large  but 
compact  and  tight  heading;  outer  leaves  attractive  deep 
green,  broad,  frilled  at  edges.  The  inner  leaves  form  a 
large  head,  very  sweet  and  tender  when  in  condition  for 
use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c;  XA  Lb.  $1.00. 


Mammoth  Black  fo 
Seeded  Butter 


A smooth  leaved  lettuce 
forming  very  large,  compact, 
cabbage-like  heads  of  thick,  yellow- 
ish green  leaves,  the  inner  ones 


beautifully  blanched,  very  crisp,  tender,  and  buttery.  It 
is  one  of  the  most  largely  grown  sorts,  suitable  for  the 
home  garden  as  well  as  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c; 
XA  Lb.  70c. 


(Seed  white)  This  is  an  excellent  sum- 
L/caCOn  mer  variety.  The  head  is  of  large  size,  is 
very  firm  and  remains  in  condition  for  use  a long  time. 
The  plant  is  very  compact,  with  few  outer  leaves  which 
are  usually  very  smooth,  thick,  and  of  light  green  color. 
The  inner  leaves  blanch  to  a bright,  rich  yellow  and  are 
crisp,  buttery,  and  very  well  flavored.  Pkt.  5c;  Oz.  20c; 
XA  Lb.  70c. 


Rrnurn  (Seed  black)  Outer  leaves  large, 

DiOWu  L/Ultn  thick,  green  tinged  with  brown  and 
covering  a solid  head  which  is  beautifully  blanched,  sweet, 
tender,  and  well  flavored.  The  variety  is  desirable  be- 
cause of  its  hardiness  and  is  well  adapted  for  planting 
in  the  south  as  a winter  lettuce.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c; 
XA  Lb.  70c. 


A.  (Seed  white)  This  is  a handsome, 
may  IVHlg  extremely  early,  compact,  cabbage  or 
heading  variety  for  the  home  garden  and  market,  forming 
very  firm  heads  of  medium  size  and  excellent  quality.  The 
color  is  light  yellowish  green,  tinged  with  reddish  brown 
when  mature.  The  inner  leaves  blanch  rich  golden  yellow, 
very  tender  and  buttery.  The  plant  is  very  compact  for  so 
large  a head.  The  variety  is  exceptionally  early  outdoors, 
attaining  a size  suitable  for  use  before  other  sorts  and  is 
also  very  satisfactory  for  forcing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c; 
XA  Bb.  70c. 


May  King 


Big  Boston 

Mr  C^J  fo5,.  A.  (Seed  white)  This  variety 

• >JuCU  Vo  9*  js  popular  for  outdoor  culture 

Dj  Rncfrvrt  and  is  also  much  in  demand  as  a com- 

Olg  .DOSIOXI  pact,  large  heading,  forcing  sort  for  cold- 

frames.  The  plants  are  large,  very  hardy,  and  vigorous. 
The  leaves  are  broad,  comparatively  smooth  but  wavy 
at  the  edge,  thin,  very  hard  and  crisp.  In  color  they  are 
bright  light  green,  the  head  slightly  tinged  with  reddish 
brown.  The  inner  leaves  blanch  to  an  attractive  greenish 
white,  tinged  with  light  yellow.  It  usually  heads  up  under 
cold  weather  conditions  better  than  any  other  variety,  and 
is  grown  extensively  in  the  South  for  shipment  North  in 
the  winter.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  XA  Lb.  85c. 

California  Cream  Butter  ?ery(?e  nab  leading 
or  Royal  Summer  Cabbage  deep  green  leaves, 

the  outer  ones  slightly  spotted  or  splashed  with  brown. 
The  inner  leaves  form  a large,  very  solid  head,  rich 
light  yellow  in  color,  very  thick,  tender,  and  buttery. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  70c. 

H-iru'/vn  B-  (Seed  white)  One  of  the  most  desirable 
nanson  later  summer  lettuces.  The  plant  is  compact 
and  forms  a large,  cabbage-like  head  which  remains  in 
condition  longer  than  most  heading  sorts.  The  outer 
leaves  are  bright  yellowish  green,  broad,  somewhat  crum- 
pled and  frilled  at  edge  and  with  distinctive  midrib.  The 
inner  leaves  are  white,  very  crisp,  and  sweet.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  20c;  XA  Lb.  70c. 


COS  LETTUCE 


(Romaine)  This  kind  of  let- 
tuce is  distinguished  by  its 
long,  narrow,  spoon-shaped  leaves,  folding  into  loose, 
sugar-loaf  shaped  heads  which  blanch  better  by  having 
the  outer  leaves  drawn  about  them  and  tied.  The  quality 
is  distinct  from  that  of  the  Cabbage  Lettuce  and  by  many 
is  considered  very  superior.  Sow  seed  early  in  spring  in 
rich,  well  prepared  soil,  in  rows  eighteen  inches  apart,  cov- 
ering one-half  inch  deep.  When  plants  have  two  or  three 
leaves  thin  to  three  or  four  inches  apart.  As  the  plants 
begin  to  crowd  thin  and  use  as  required.  If  large  heads 
are  desired  plants  should  be  thinned  ten  to  twelve  inches 
apart.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Bb.  70c. 


Plant  seeds  that  you  possibly  overlooked  last  season 


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LETTUCE  CURLED  OR  LOOSE  LEAVED  VARIETIES— Continued 


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p„an  J Panirla  A.  (Seed  black)  As  a lettuce  for  greenhouse  forcing  this  variety  undoubtedly  stands  at  the  head 
VJrallU  rvapiU?  of  the  list,  being  of  quick  growth,  little  liable  to  rot,  and  remaining  in  condition  several  days  after 
being  fit  to  cut.  The  plant  is  upright  and  forms  a loose  cluster  of  large,  thin,  bright  green  leaves  savoyed,  finely  crimped 
at  edges.  The  leaves  do  not  wilt  quickly  after  cutting  so  that  the  variety  will  stand  shipping  long  distances  better  than 
most  sorts.  It  is  a very  attractive  variety  and  is  desirable  for  garnishing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  *4  kb.  90c. 


Grand  Rapids 


25c;  % Lb.  85c. 


Black  Seeded  Simpson  best  °fo?  %w\ng 

outdoors  where  an  exceedingly  tender  leaf  is  de- 
sired and  for  those  markets  which  demand  a very 
large  loose  clustering  sort.  The  color  is  an  at- 
tractive light  yellowish  green.  It  is  used  also  for 
growing  under  glass  or  in  frames.  The  leaves  are 
ruffled  and  blistered  and  even  the  large  outer  ones 
are  very  tender.  The  sort  is  especially  adapted 
for  sowing  thickly  and  cutting  when  the  plants 
are  young.  Giant  rkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  x/±  Lb.  70c. 


Simpson’s  Early  Curled  ySyd  Txten- 

sively  used  early  loose  leaved,  or  clustering  variety. 
The  leaves  are  light  green  in  color,  slightly  frilled 
and  much  blistered,  crisp,  sweet,  and  tender.  The 
sort  is  especially  adapted  for  sowing  thickly  and 
cutting  when  the  plants  are  young.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  10c. 


Farlv  Hoad  B (Seed  "llite)  A 

L.ariy  r rize  neau  large,  clustering,  non- 
heading lettuce,  most  excellent  for  the  home  garden 
and  undoubtedly  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.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  % Lb.  70c. 


Iceberg,  known  as 
Ice  Head  Lettuce 


Large,  handsome  head 
of  fine  flavor.  The  light 
'een,  curly  outside  leaves 
have  slightly  reddish 
edges.  The  inside  leaves  are  strongly  arched,  mak- 
ing a solid  well  blanched  head.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz. 


MUSK  MELON 


After  danger  of  frost  is  passed,  the  ground  being  warm 
and  in  good  condition,  plant  in  rich  soil,  preferably  sandy 
loam,  in  hills  about  four  to  six  feet  apart  according  to 
the  vigor  of  the  variety.  Put  ten  or  twelve  seeds  in  a hill, 
covering  with  about  an  inch  of  fine  soil  firmly  pressed 
down.  When  the  plants  begin  to  crowd  and  the  striped 
beetles  are  pretty  well  gone  thin  to  four  of  the  most  vigor- 
ous plants  in  a hill.  Give  frequent  but  shallow  cultivation, 
until  the  plants  make  runners  so  long  that  this  is  im- 
practicable. Rich  earth  for  the  young  plants  is  far  better 


than  manure,  but  if  the  latter  must  be  used,  see  that  it  is 
Well  rotted  and  thoroughly  mixed  with  the  soil. 

The  quality  of  melons  of  all  varieties  is  largely  de- 
pendent upon  conditions  of  growth  and  ripening.  Un- 
healthy vines  or  unfavorable  weather  produces  fruit  of 
comparatively  poor  flavor. 

After  the  plants  have  four  to  six  leaves  it  is  considered 
a safeguard  against  blight  to  spray  with  Bordeaux  Mix- 
ture at  intervals  of  about  ten  days,  adding  either  Paris 
green  or  arsenate  of  lead  for  the  eating  insects. 


GREEN  FLESHED  VARIETIES 


Extra  Early  Hackensack 


|7Yfra  Farit/  This  early  green  fleshed 
Li A Hi  a variety  is  popular  in  many 

secti°ns  as.  a market 
l la.Ln.Cildc&'LK  melon  and  is  also  exten- 
sively used  as  a home  garden  sort.  The 
fruits  are  nearly  twro  weeks  earlier  than 
Hackensack,  medium  to  large  sized,  nearly 
round,  or  somewhat  flattened,  evenly  and 
deeply  ribbed  and  with  very  coarse  netting. 
The  skin  is  green,  slightly  tinged  with  yel- 
low as  the  fruits  mature.  The  flesh  is 
green,  a little  coarse,  but  juicy  and  sweet. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  60c. 


Netted  Gem  or 
Rocky  Ford 


This  has  become  one 
of  the  most  popular 
of  small  or  crate  melons 
and  is  shipped  in  large 
quantities  from  Colorado  and  Arizona.  It  is 
a desirable  medium  early  sort  for  the  home 
and  market  garden.  The  vines  are  vigorous 
and  productive.  The  fruits  are  oval,  slightly 
ribbed,  densely  covered  with  fine  netting. 
The  flesh  is  green,  very  sweet,  and  highly 
flavored.  We  offer  an  exceptionally  fine 
stock  of  this  early  sort,  the  fruit  being  very 
uniform  in  shape  and  quality  and  of  the  even 
size  that  is  so  desirable  in  a shipping  melon. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  % Lb.  60c. 


Baltimore  or  Acme  ™m-sLsol‘ 

green  fleshed  sort  are  medium  sized,  oval  or 
long  oval,  slightly  pointed  at  stem,  slightly 
ribbed,  and  are  covered  when  ripe  with  coarse 
netting.  The  flesh  is  thick,  green,  well  flav- 
ored, and  sweet.  This  variety  is  a very  pro- 
ductive, sure  cropper  of  good  quality.  It  is 
extensively  grown  in  some  sections  for  the 
market,  also  as  a home  garden  melon.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  % Lb.  60c. 


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MUSK  MELON 

(Continued) 

Orange  Fleshed  Varieties 

’T’*  ’T'  A well-known 

1 ip  1 Op  very  productive 
market  sort  in  some  sections. 
The  fruits  are  large,  nearly 
round,  slightly  ribbed  and  fairly 
well  covered  with  shallow  net- 
ting. The  skin  is  light  yellow 
when  the  fruit  is  mature.  The 
flesh  is  deep  yellow,  rich,  and 
highly  flavored.  Giant  Pitt.  10c; 
Oz.  20c;  % Fb.  60c. 

Petoskey  or  t,’,,'  V.,! 
Paul  Rose  r.,f 1 

for  the  home  and  market.  The 
vines  are  vigorous  and  produc- 
tive. The  fruits  are  oval, 
slightly  ribbed  and  densely  net- 
ted. In  general  appearance 
they  are  much  like  Netted  Gem 
but  larger.  The  flesh  is  orange- 
yellow,  very  thick,  firm,  sweet, 
and  highly  flavored.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  20c;  % Fb.  60c. 


mmmm 

wm&m 


M.  G.  Seed  Co's.  Defender 


Admiral  Togo  or  Orange  melon  with  the  very 
Fleshed  Rocky  Ford  fp!ce^idoraqnuSaeiityflesohf  athde 

Defender  and  possessing  the  characteristic  netting,  shape, 
size,  and  shipping  quality  of  Netted  Gem  or  Rocky  Ford. 
Combining  all  the  good  qualities  of  these  two  fine  varieties 
we  believe  the  Admiral  Togo  is  an  ideal  table  melon. 
This  is  a desirable  medium  early  sort  for  the  home  and 
market  garden.  Our  stock  is  carefully  bred  in  size  and 
shape.  It  is  densely  netted.  The  flesh  is  very  thick, 
ripening  clear  to  the  skin.  We  believe  the  seed  we  offer 
will  meet  the  demands  of  the  most  discriminating  buyers. 
We  consider  it  the  best  small  shipping  melon  yet  intro- 
duced. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Fb.  60c. 

M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Defender  yellow  fleshed 

melons.  It  is  excellent  for  shipping  and  is  a desirable, 
intermediate  sort  for  the  home  garden.  The  fruits  are 
medium  sized,  oval,  slightly  ribbed,  covered  with  gray  net- 
ting. The  flesh  is  firm,  fine  grained,  and  of  highest  flavor. 
The  color  is  rich,  deep  orange-yellow.  The  flesh  extends 
to  the  rind  and  retains  its  color  and  quality  quite  to  the 
outer  shell  which,  though  thin,  is  very  hard  and  firm  so 
that  one  can  remove  the  edible  portion  with  a spoon,  leav- 
ing a rind  no  thicker  than  that  of  an  orange.  The  vines 
are  very  vigorous  and  productive.  The  fruit,  because  of 
the  hard,  firm  rind,  keeps  and  bears  shipment  remarkably 
well.  This  splendid  variety  was  originated  and  introduced 
in  1901.  We  believe  it  is  identical  with  the  melon  intro- 
duced in  1907  and  sold  largely  as  Burrell’s  Gem.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  XA  Fb.  60c. 

Honey  Dew  Melon  round  or  slightly  oval,  five  to 

six  inches  in  diameter  and  weigh  about  six  pounds  each. 
The  skin  is  smooth  with  an  occasional  net  and  when  fruits 
are  ripe  is  creamy  yellow  in  color.  Flesh  light  emerald 
green,  fine  grained  and  of  very  sweet,  sugary  flavor.  Rind 


||||jl§ 


Harris’  Earliest 


thin  but  very  firm  and  the  fruits  stand  shipping  remarkably 
well.  If  picked  shortly  before  fully  mature  the  fruits  will 
keep  for  several  weeks.  Matures  about  two  weeks  later 
than  Rocky  Ford.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  XA  Fb.  60c. 


Water  Melon 


To  make  certain  of  raising  good  Water  Melons,  it  is 
essential  that  the  plants  have  a good  start  and  to  this  end 
it  is  important  to  prepare  hills  about  eight  feet  apart,  by 
thoroughly  working  into  the  soil  an  abundance  of  well 
rotted  manure — hen  manure,  guano,  or  other  forms  rich 
in  nitrogen,  being  most  desirable.  Over  this  highly  ma- 
nured soil  put  an  inch  or  more  of  fresh  earth  and  plant 
the  seed  on  this,  covering  them  about  an  inch  deep. 

It  is  important  that  the  seed  should  not  be  planted 
before  the  ground  becomes  warm  and  dry,  as  the  young 
plants  are  very  sensitive  to  cold  and  wet.  Put  ten  or 
twelve  seeds  in  a hill.  When  the  plants  have  formed  the 
first  pair  of  rough  leaves,  they  should  be  thinned  so  as  to 
leave  two  or  three  of  the  strongest  and  best  to  each  hill. 

Frequent  watering  of  the  plants  with  liquid  manure  will 
hasten  the  growth,  thus  diminishing  the  danger  from  in- 
sect pests.  If  the  striped  beetle  appears  use  tobacco  dust 
freely.  The  best  protection  against  bligfit  and  insect  pests 
is  to  maintain  a vigorous  and  continuous  growth.  It  is 
desirable  to  change  the  location  as  often  as  practicable. 


Harris’  Earliest 


An  extra  early  melon  of  excellent 
quality.  The  fruits  are  excep- 
tionally large  for  so  early  a variety,  slightly  oval  with 
irregular  mottled  broad  stripes  of  light  and  dark  green. 
The  flesh  is  bright  red,  sweet,  and  tender.  Seed  black.  The 
vines  are  vigorous  and  productive.  One  of  the  best  varie- 
ties for  northern  latitudes.  We  have  carefully  observed 
this  splendid  variety  for  several  seasons  and  are  con- 
vinced that  it  is  the  very  best  first  early  melon  for  the 
home  garden.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Fb.  30c. 


O . Sometimes  sold  as  Ice  Cream.  One  of  the 
S ccnSSS  best  early  sorts  for  the  home  garden  and  for 
market  gardeners  who  deliver  direct  to  consumers.  The 
vines  are  moderately  vigorous,  hardy,  and  productive.  The 
fruits  are  medium  sized,  oval,  but  somewhat  uneven  in 
shape,  bright  green,  finely  veined  with  a darker  shade.  The 
rind  is  thin.  The  flesh  is  bright  scarlet,  solid,  crisp,  and 
very  sweet.  Seed  white.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Fb.  30c. 


Monte  Cristo  or 


This  most  excellent  variety  is  un- 
surpassed for  home  use  or  near 
markets.  The  vines  are  vigor- 
Rleckley  S Sweets  ous  and  productive.  The  fruits 
are  medium  to  large,  oblong,  tapering  slightly  towards 
the  stem  end,  dark  green,  often  showing  fine  russeting. 
The  flesh  is  very  bright,  rich  red,  and  is  exceedingly  sweet. 
The  variety  is  so  crisp  and  tender  that  it  will  not  stand 
shipping,  the  fruit  bursting  open  if  subjected  to  even  a 
slight  jar,  or  when  the  rind  is  penetrated  with  a knife. 
Seed  white.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Fb.  35c. 


Tbis  variety,  introduced  in  1894,  i® 
dWccl  IlCS&ri  much  used  for  shipping  as  well  as 
for  the  home  garden.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  very- 
productive,  ripening  their  fruit  evenly.  The  fruits  are  of 
largest  size,  oval,  and  very  heavy.  The  rind  is  thin  but 
firm.  The  color  is  very  light  green,  very  slightly  veined! 
with  a little  darker  shade.  The  flesh  is  bright  red,  firm 
but  very  tender  and  sweet.  The  fruit  remains  in  good  con- 
dition a long  time  after  ripening.  Seed  black.  Our  stock: 
will  be  found  very  uniform  in  shape,  size,  and  color.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c ; Oz.  15c;  XA  Fb.  30c. 


For  Goodness  sake,  plant  some  Defender  Melons. 


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WATER  MELON— Continued 

T.  _ A large,  long  melon  similar  in  shape, 

I Oil!  W aison  color,  and  splendid  quality  to  Monte 
Cristo  but  averaging  larger  in  size  and  with  a tougher 
rind,  making  it  especially  adapted  for  shipping  to  distant 
markets.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  productive.  The  flesh 
is  rich  red,  sweet,  and  tender.  Seed  white,  more  or  less 
marked  with  brown.  Wherever  grown  in  the  South  it  has 
become  very  popular  as  a shipping  sort.  There  has  been 
an  increasing  demand  of  late  for  a better  quality  of  ship- 
ping melon  and  this  demand  has  been  met  in  most  excep- 
tional degree  by  the  Tom  Watson.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
>4  Lb.  30c. 

The  fruits  are  medium  sized,  uniformly  round 
dirOn  and  are  USed  only  for  preserves  or  pickles.  The 
color  is  dark  green,  distinctly  striped,  and  marbled  with 
light  green.  The  flesh  is  white  and  solid  but  not  at  all 
suitable  for  eating  raw.  Seed  red.  The  fruits  mature  late 
in  the  fall  and  in  this  condition  can  be  kept  a long  time. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c.  *4  Lb.  30c. 

I cr  rntr°duced  in  1902.  In  general  shape,  size, 
iceuerg  and  appearance  this  is  similar  to  Kolb’s  Gem, 
but  Is  distinctly  darker  and  the  skin  where  the  melon  rests 
on  the  ground  is  rich  yellow  instead  of  white.  It  has  a 
very  firm,  hard  rind  and  is  as  good  a shipper  as  Kolb’s  Gem 
but  the  flesh  Is  deeper  colored,  extends  nearer  to  the  rind 
and  is  more  tender  and  sweet.  Sometimes  sold  as  Blue 
Gem.  Seed  black.  The  best  dark  colored  round  shipping 
melon.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  30c. 

PaeeaKa  lUj  J_n  The  cassabas  are  primarily  for 
LASSaUtt  melon  winter  use.  They  require  a long 
season  for  maturing  but  the  fruits  are  exceptionally  good 
keepers.  The  skin  of  the  fruits  is  usually  furrowed  and 
they  possess  little  or  none  of  the  common  musk  melon 
odor. 

Seed  may  be  planted  in  April  or  May.  Cultivate  same 
as  other  musk  melons  but  do  not  water  too  freely  after 
first  setting  of  fruit  is  fully  grown.  The  fruits  may  be 
picked  when  the  light  streaks  have  become  quite  yellow. 
Store  the  fruits  so  they  do  not  touch  each  other,  in  a cool 
dark  place.  When  the  rind  becomes  slightly  softened  and 
moist,  they  are  ready  to  cut. 

R^anfxr  °ne  of  the  best  cassabas.  It  is 
ViUlUCU  Ucauiy  a variety  grown  extensively  for 
shipment  from  Southern  California.  The  fruits  are  nearly 
globular,  bright  yellow  with  golden  tint,  with  wrinkled 
skin,  six  to  eight  inches  in  diameter.  The  flesh  is  white, 
very  thick,  juicy  and  sweet.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4 
Lb.  70c. 


ONION 


Although  onions  are  often  raised  from 
sets  and  from  division,  by  far  the  best 
and  cheapest  mode  of  production  is 
from  seed.  The  facility  with  which  seed  is  sown  and  the 
superior  bulbs  it  produces,  recommend  it  for  general  use. 

As  early  in  spring  as  ground  can  be  worked,  sow  in  rich 
soil,  thoroughly  pulverized  and  leveled,  in  rows  fifteen 
inches  apart,  covering  one-half  inch  deep.  When  the 
plants  are  well  up  cultivate,  thin  out  as  desired  and  keep 
free  from  weeds.  When  grown  for  bunching  the  rows 
need  to  be  only  about  one  foot  apart  and  the  plants  thinned 
about  one  inch  apart  in  the  row.  For  very  early  crop  in 
northern  latitudes  sow  seed  in  cold-frame  in  February  and 
transplant  when  large  enough  to  handle  readily.  The 
same  location  may  be  used  for  a succession  of  years  If  the 


M 

M.  G.  Seed  Go’s.  Ohio  Yellow  Globe 


ground  is  kept  rich  by  applications  of  well  rotted  manure 
or  other  suitable  fertilizer  and  is  thoroughly  worked  at 
proper  intervals.  Where  climate  permits  seed  may  be 
sown  early  in  winter. 

Y^llnw  Hanvprc  A Productive  and  very  exten- 
* cuu  w as au  vcio  sively  used  early  or  main  crop 
variety  of  medium  size.  The  skin  is  light  coppery  yellow 
in  color.  The  flesh  is  creamy  white,  mild,  and  of  excellent 
flavor.  The  bulbs  are  flattened  yet  quite  thick  with  small 
necks,  ripen  down  quickly  and  very  evenly  and  keep  very 
well.  This  Is  still  a standard,  general  crop,  yellow  onion 
for  the  home  garden  and  market  where  a strictly  globe 
shaped  bulb  is  not  demanded.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c; 
14  Lb.  $1.40. 

Pnrtiicral  This  ls  a medium  sized  onion 

W nue  r or  lUgai  or  of  mild  flavor  and  with  beau- 

American  Silverskin  yir'kTts  Ihtievorue'  Ji?S 

many  for  use  when  young  as  a salad  or  bunching  onion  and 
for  pickles.  It  usually  matures  about  ten  days  earlier  than 
White  Globe  and  is  fine  for  fall  and  early  winter  use.  It  is 
an  excellent  medium  early  sort  for  gardeners  who  do  not 
care  to  plant  more  than  one  variety.  The  bulbs  are  nearly 
round  when  of  bunching  size,  somewhat  flattened  when 
mature.  This  is  the  best  flattened  white  onion  for  north- 
ern latitudes.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.40. 

Large  Red  Wethersfield  Jehd%l?iet5eandaadfld 

vorite  onion  in  the  east,  where  immense  crops  are  grown 
for  shipment.  It  is  very  extensively  grown  for  home  gar- 
den use  as  well  as  the  market.  The  bulbs  are  large  and  are 
flattened  yet  quite  thick.  The  skin  is  deep  purplish  red. 
The  flesh  is  light  purplish  white,  moderately  fine  grained, 
rather  strong  but  of  pleasant  flavor.  The  variety  is  very 
productive,  one  of  the  best  keepers  and  very  popular  for 
general  cultivation.  This  medium  early  or  main  crop  va- 
riety does  best  on  rich,  moderately  dry  soil,  but  on  low 
muck  land  it  is  more  apt  to  form  large  necks  than  the 
Danvers.  There  is  no  better  sort  for  poor  and  dry  soils. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c:  Oz.  30c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 

Mammoth  Yellow  Spanish  lateveorry  mahf^p 

PeiTolalroi*  of  the  lar&est  size  and  nearly  globular 
Or  A riZeiaKer  ln  form,  usually  with  shoulder  and 
base  slightly  sloping.  The  skin  is  yellowish  brown  or  light 
yellow  with  slight  tinge  of  brown.  The  flesh  is  creamy 
white,  very  mild,  tender,  and  of  excellent  flavor.  The  va- 
riety keeps  well  if  thoroughly  ripened  and  is  very  desirable 
for  shipping  for  fall  and  early  winter  use.  It  is  one  of 
the  best  of  the  large  European  sorts  that  has  become 
thoroughly  acclimated  in  America  and  is  exceptionally 
productive  under  proper  conditions.  If  started  very  early 
in  hotbed  it  will  produce  a mammoth  onion  the  first  sea- 
son. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  ^ Lb.  $1.40. 

M( C„D J The  heaviest  yield  of  onions  ls 

• VJ.  OccU  vU  a.  always  obtained  from  rich, 

Ohio  Yellow  Globe  SSS 

shaped  onion  with  a somewhat  flattened  base  gives  the 
largest  returns  and  to  meet  the  demands  of  the  professional 
onion  growers  located  on  such  lands,  we  have  developed 
this  variety.  The  bulbs  are  large,  uniformly  globe  shaped, 
with  small  neck;  shoulder  usually  slightly  sloping,  base 
often  distinctly  flattened,  the  largest  diameter  below  the 
center  of  the  bulb.  The  color  is  rich  yellow  with  tinge  of 
orange.  The  flesh  is  creamy  white,  mild,  and  of  very  fine 
quality.  This  main  crop  sort  ripens  down  evenly,  keeps 
very  well  and  is  excellent  for  shipping.  No  onion  grower 
can  afford  to  plant  inferior  seed  when  such  as  this  can  be 
procured.  Giant  Pkt.  10c ; Oz.  40c ; *4  Lb.  $1.40. 

A most  desirable  medium  early 
or  main  crop  variety  for  the 

Oliin  nirkK**  home  garden.  The  variety 

V-miO  vvniie  \JiQDe  yields  abundantly,  producing 
medium  to  large,  handsome,  and  finely  shaped,  clear  white 
bulbs.  The  flesh  is  firm,  fine  grained,  quite  mild  in  flavor 
and  is  more  attractive  than  the  colored  sorts  when  cooked. 
The  bulbs  are  globe-shaped,  full  at  the  shoulder,  rounded 
at  the  base,  keep  well  and  are  desirable  for  shipping.  To 
produce  the  beautifully  white  onions  so  much  sought  in 
every  market,  one  must  first  of  all  have  good  seed;  second, 
grow  them  well  on  rich  lands;  third,  exercise  great  care  in 
harvesting  and  curing  the  crop.  “Cord”  up  the  onions 
in  long  rows,  the  bulbs  on  the  inside  and  cover  with 
boards,  so  that  the  bulbs  in  the  open  air  are  well  pro- 
tected from  rain  or  dew  which  would  be  sure  to  discolor 
them.  Giant  Pkt,  10c;  Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.40. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co’s. 


ONION  SETS 


To  raise  onion  sets  from  seed,  use  good  ground  prepared 
as  for  large  onions  and  sow  the  seed  very  thick  in  broad 
drills,  using  forty  to  sixty  pounds  per  acre.  If  the  seed 
is  sown  thin,  the  bulbs  will  not  only  be  too  large  for  sets 
but  will  not  be  of  the  right  shape  and  if  sown  thick  on 
poor  land  they  will  be  necky  or  bottle  shaped. 

RED  BOTTOM  SETS.  Treated  precisely  as  top  onions  are, 
setting  them  out  in  the  spring  instead  of  sowing  seed. 
Mkt.  Price. 

YELLOW  BOTTOM  SETS.  Like  the  preceding  except  in 
color  and  used  in  the  same  manner.  Mkt.  Price. 
WHITE  BOTTOM  SETS.  These  do  not  keep  as  well  as 
the  red  or  yellow,  but  produce  beautiful  white  onions 
early  in  the  season.  Mkt.  Price. 


Our  Yellow  and  White  Ohio  Globe  Onions  grow  enormous  crops  from  seed.  Try  Them, 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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NOTICE — Prices  quoted  on  this  page  include  Postage. 


ll/ll  KHROniW  The  Mushroom  Is  an  edible  fungus 
lYlUJflfxUV/lVl  of  which  there  are  numerous  varie- 
ties. We  handle  the  ordinary  commercial  variety  of  a 
creamy  white  color  with  loose  gills  which  underneath  are 
of  pinkish-red,  changing  to  liver  color.  The  mushroom 
produces  “seed”  or  spores  and  there  Is  developed  a white, 
fibrous  substance  in  broken  threads,  called  spawn,  which  is 
developed  and  preserved  in  horse  manure,  pressed  in  the 
form  of  bricks.  Mushrooms  can  be  grown  in  cellars,  in 
sheds,  in  hotbeds,  or  sometimes  in  the  open  air,  the  great 
essential  being  a uniform  degree  of  temperature  and  mois- 
ture. Our  space  is  too  limited  here  to  give  the  necessary 
cultural  directions,  but  these  are  published  in  book  or  pam- 
phlet form. 

PUKE  CULTURE  MUSHROOM  SPAWN.  By  a newly 
discovered  process  of  selection  and  grafting  the  spawn  Is 
scientifically  propagated  so  that  large,  vigorous,  and  finely 
flavored  mushrooms  are  reproduced.  The  sort  we  offer  is 
earlier,  more  productive  and  a marked  improvement  on 
wild  spawn,  either  French  or  English.  Brick  (about  1% 
lbs.),  postpaid,  35c;  5 bricks,  not  postpaid,  $1.25. 


every  few  weeks  till  autumn.  Water  freely.  In  the  South 
the  seed  may  be  sown  in  autumn  and  the  plants  used  early 
in  the  spring  as  a salad  and  for  greens. 


Southern  Giant  Curled 


The  leaves  are  large, 
light  green  with  ting© 


of  yellow,  much  crimped  and  frilled  at  edges.  The  plant 
is  upright  or  slightly  spreading  in  growth.  This  variety 
is  highly  esteemed  in  the  South  for  the  market  as  well  as 
the  home  garden  on  account  of  its  vigorous  growth,  hardi- 
ness and  good  quality.  Seed  small,  reddish  brown  to 
nearly  black.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40c. 


OKRA  OR  GUMBO  ™ a JTSyri.JSS’S 

sups,  etc.  Highly  esteemed  in  the  South.  After  danger 
of  frost  is  past,  the  ground  being  warm  and  in  good  con- 
dition, plant  in  rows  about  two  and  one-half  feet  apart, 
covering  with  about  an  inch  of  fine  soil  firmly  pressed 
down.  When  about  three  inches  high,  thin  to  about  on® 
foot  apart  in  the  row.  Cultivate  and  keep  free  from 
weeds.  The  pods  are  in  best  condition  for  use  when  from 
one  to  three  inches  long. 


JVII  T^TARD  Mustard  is  not  only  used  as  a condiment 
but  the  green  leaves  are  used  as  a salad 
or  cut  and  boiled  like  spinach.  Sow  as  early  in  the  spring 
as  the  ground  will  permit,  in  drills  about  eighteen  Inches 
apart,  covering  one-half  inch  deep.  For  succession,  sow 


I'"'8  The  Plants  are  about  three  and  one- 

L/Wail  vliccn  half  feet  high  and  very  productiv®. 
The  pods  are  of  medium  length,  greenish,  quite  thick, 
slightly  corrugated,  tender,  and  of  good  quality.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40c. 


This  well-known  vegetable  Is  very  useful  for 
flavoring  soups  and  stews  and  for  garnishing.  The 
green  leaves  are  used  for  flavoring  or  they  may  be 
dried  crisp,  rubbed  to  powder  and  kept  in  bottles 
until  needed. 

Parsley  succeeds  the  best  on  rich,  mellow  soil. 
The  seed  is  even  slower  than  parsnip  in  germinat- 
ing and  should  be  sown  as  early  as  possible  in 
the  spring,  in  drills  one  to  two  feet  apart,  covering 
not  more  than  one-half  inch  with  fine  soil  firmly 
pressed  down.  When  the  plants  are  well  up 
chin  eight  to  twelve  inches  apart  in  the  row.  When 
the  plants  of  the  curled  varieties  are  about  three 
inches  high  cut  off  all  the  leaves;  the  plant  will 
then  start  a new  growth  of  leaves  which  will  be 
brighter  and  better  curled  and  later,  if  these  turn 
dull  or  brown  they  can  be  cut  in  the  same  way; 
every  cutting  will  result  in  improvement. 


Plaits  The  ’eaves  of  this  variety  are  flat,  deeply 
A lalll  cut  but  not  curled.  Very  desirable  for 
flavoring  soups  and  stews  and  for  drying.  It  is  a 
favorite  on  account  of  its  very  dark  green  leaves  as 
well  as  its  hardiness  of  plant.  The  curled  sorts  are 
more  extensively  used  for  garnishing.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


Champion  Moss  Curled  o^fcompift 

growing  variety,  excellent  for  garnishing  and 
flavoring,  and  a handsome  decorative  plant.  The  leaves 
are  very  finely  cut  and  so  closely  crisped  or  curled  as  to 
resemble  bunches  of  moss.  Owing  to  its  uniformly  fine 
deep  green  color  and  very  attractive  foliage,  this  is  one  of 
the  most  popular  sorts  for  both  the  market  and  home  gar- 
den. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40c. 

¥T  1 The  root  is  the  edible  por- 

tiamburg  or  JrvOOtCCl  tion  of  this  variety  and  re- 
sembles a small  parsnip  both  in  color  and  shape.  The  flesh 
is  white,  a little  dry  and  in  flavor  is  similar  to  celeriac. 
The  foliage  is  practically  the  same  as  that  of  plain  Parsley. 
The  roots  can  be  dug  late  in  the  fall  and  stored  in  sand  for 
winter  use.  They  are  extensively  used  for  flavoring  soups 
and  stews.  This  variety  is  sometimes  called  Turnip  Rooted. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


Champion  Moss  Curled 


PUMPKIN 

Pumpkins  are  less  sensitive  than  melons  or  cucumbers  t© 
unfavorable  conditions  of  soil  and  climate  but  are  cultivated 
the  same,  though  on  a larger  scale.  They  are  raised  be- 
tween hills  of  corn  or  in  fields  by  themselves,  but  more 
properly  belong  to  the  farm  than  the  garden  as  they  readily 
mix  with  and  injure  the  quality  of  the  finer  squash.  After 
danger  of  frost  is  over  plant  the  seed  in  hills  eight  to  ten 
feet  apart  each  way,  dropping  about  a dozen  seeds  in  a hill. 
The  soil  should  be  made  as  rich  as  possible.  If  planted 
with  corn  two  or  three  seeds  a rod  apart  each  way  will  be 
sufficient.  When  danger  from  bugs  is  past,  thin  to  three 
plants  to  a hill. 


PARSLEY 


PARSNIP 

The  value  of  the  Parsnip  as  a culinary  vegetable  is  well 
known  but  is  not  generally  appreciated  at  its  full  value  for 
stock  feeding.  On  favorable  soil  it  yields  an  immense  crop 
of  roots,  more  nutritious  than  turnips  and  very  valuable  for 
dairy  stock. 

Parsnips  are  usually  grown  on  deep,  rich,  sandy  soil,  but 
will  make  good  roots  on  any  soil  which  is  deep,  mellow,  and 
moderately  rich.  Fresh  manure  is  apt  to  make  the  roots 
coarse  and  ill  shaped.  As  the  seed  is  sometimes  slow  and 
uneven  in  growth,  it  should  be  sown  as  early  as  possible  in 
drills  two  and  one-half  feet  apart;  cover  one-half  inch  deep 
and  press  the  soil  firmly  over  the  seed.  Give  frequent  cul- 
tivation and  thin  the  plants  to  six  inches  apart  in  the  row. 


Large  YelSow 


The  pumpkin  most  extensively  used 
for  feeding  stock;  also  used  for  mak- 
ing pies.  It  grows  to  a large  size  and  varies  in  shape  from 
nearly  round  or  slightly  flattened  to  quite  long.  Flesh 
deep,  rich  yellow,  fine  grained,  and  highly  flavored.  This 
variety  is  often  planted  with  corn.  It  is  known  also  as 
Field  Pumpkin.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40c. 


Sweet  Cheese  or  Kentucky  Field  af  fat- 
tened, with  the  diameter  usually  about  twice  the  length. 
The  skin  is  mottled  light  green  and  yellow,  changing  to 
creamy  yellow  when  mature.  The  flesh  is  yellow,  tender, 
and  of  excellent  quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  40^. 


Hollow  Crown  or  Guernsey  AStyXcefornt  the 

table.  The  roots  are  long,  with  smooth  white  skin,  uni- 
form in  shape,  tender,  and  of  the  best  quality.  The  variety 
is  easily  distinguished  by  the  leaves  growing  from  the 
depression  on  top  of  crown  of  the  root.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  45c. 


Sugar  or  New  England  Pie  mo« 

excellent  quality  for  pies.  The  fruits  are  deep  orange, 
eight  to  ten  inches  in  diameter,  round  or  somewhat  flat- 
tened and  slightly  ribbed.  The  flesh  is  rich  deep  yellow, 
fine-grained  and  very  sweet.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
XA  Lb.  50c. 


Mustard  Greens  are  highly  prized  for  salads  in  the  South.  Good  also  in  the  Horth, 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


PEAS 


For  early  peas  the  soil  should  be  light  and 
warm,  but  for  general  crop  a moderately 
heavy  soil  is  better.  Fresh  manure  and 
very  rich  or  wet  mucky  soil  should  be  avoided  as  they 
cause  a rank  growth  of  vine  at  the  cost  of  the  quality  of 
the  peas,  furthermore  such  soil  is  often  the  cause  of  early 
sorts  maturing  unevenly. 


Sow  as  early  as  possible  a few  of  some  early  variety 
in  warm,  quick  soil,  prepared  the  fall  before,  planting  in 
double  rows  six  to  eight  inches  apart  and  two  and  one- 
half  to  four  feet  between  the  double  rows.  The  general 
crop  can  be  delayed  until  later,  but  we  have  met  with 
better  success  from  sowing  all  the  varieties  comparatively 
early,  depending  for  succession  upon  selecting  sorts  that 
follow  each  other  in  maturity. 


The  peas  will  give  quicker  returns  if  covered  only  one 
inch  deep  and  where  earliness  is  most  important  they  may 


be  treated  in  that  way.  Larger  pods  and  more  of  them 
will  be  produced  if  the  seed  be  planted  in  trenches  three 
to  six  inches  deep  and  covered  with  only  one  to  two  inches 
of  soil.  When  the  plants  are  five  or  six  inches  high  fill 
the  trench  level  with  the  surface.  This  will  secure  deep 
rooting,  prevent  mildew  and  prolong  the  bearing  season. 
If  the  peas  be  covered  to  the  full  depth  at  first,  or  if 
water  be  allowed  to  stand  in  the  trenches  they  will  not 
germinate  or  grow  well. 

The  wrinkled  varieties  are  more  sensitive  to  cold,  wet 
weather  than  the  smooth  seeded  sorts  but  are  of  superior 
quality.  All  varieties  growing  more  than  one  and  one- 
half  feet  do  better  if  staked  up  or  bushed  when  four  to 
six  inches  high.  This  support  is  usually  given  by  sharp- 
ened branches  of  trees  set  between  the  double  rows.  The 
crop  should  be  gathered  as  fast  as  it  is  fit  for  use.  If  even 
a few  pods  begin  to  ripen,  not  only  will  new  pods  cease 
to  form,  but  those  partly  advanced  will  stop  growing. 


Notice — If  Peas  and  Peanuts  are  wanted  sent  Parcel  Post,  add  5c  for  first  pound,  lc  for  each  additional  pound. 


First  and  Best 


Earliest  of  All  or  Alaska 


Thomas  Laxton 


This  is  the  earliest  and  most  even  strain 
of  white,  extra  early  peas,  maturing  so 
well  together  that  sometimes  a single  picking  will  secure  the 
entire  crop.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  hardy,  of  medium 
height,  about  two  and  one-half  to  three  feet,  bearing  three  to 
seven  straight  pods  of  good  size,  about  two  and  one-half  to 
two  and  three-fourths  inches  long,  each  containing  five  to  seven 
medium  sized,  smooth  peas  of  fair  quality.  Seed  small,  smooth, 
yellowish  white.  The  stock  we  offer  is  much  superior  to  most 
on  the  market  and  more  even  than  similar  strains  sold  as  Extra 
Early,  Rural  New  Yorker,  and  Improved  Early  Daniel  O’Rourke. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

We  have  a stock  of  this 
smooth  blue  pea  of  un- 
equaled evenness  in  growth  of  vine  and  early  maturity  of  pods 
which  are  filled  with  medium  sized,  bright  green  peas  of  good 
flavor.  The  vines  are  of  medium  height,  about  two  and  one-half 
to  three  feet  and  of  distinctive  light  color.  The  pods  are  of  good 
size,  about  two  and  one-half  to  two  and  three-fourths  inches 
long.  Seed  small,  smooth,  and  bluish  green  in  color.  This  sort 
matures  all  of  its  crop  at  once  and  is  an  invaluable  variety  for 
markeet  gardeners  and  canners.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

A very  early  wrinkled  variety  of  great 
merit.  The  vines  are  vigorous,  of  me- 
dium height,  about  three  feet,  similar  to  those  of  Gradus,  but 
darker  in  color,  hardier,  and  more  productive.  The  pods  are 
large,  often  four  inches  long,  with  square  ends,  similar  to  but 
larger,  longer,  and  darker  than  those  of  Champion  of  England 
and  as  uniformly  well  filled.  The  green  peas  are  very  large,  of 
fine  deep  color  and  unsurpassed  in  quality.  One  of  the  very  best 
sorts  for  the  market  and  home  garden.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 
p J A very  early,  wrinkled  pea.  The  vines  are  similar 

urauUS  in  appearance  to  Telephone  but  of  medium  height, 
only  about  three  to  three  and  one-half  feet.  The  pods  are  very 
large,  about  four  and  one-fourth  inches  long,  very  nearly  as 
large  as  those  of  Telephone,  uniformly  well  shaped,  pointed, 
handsome,  and  more  attractive  than  those  of  the  first  earlies. 
The  peas  are  very  large,  of  splendid  quality,  and  beautifully 
light  green  color  which  they  retain  after  cooking.  Practically 
the  same  as  Prosperity.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

The  earliest  of  the  dwarf,  wrinkled 
varieties.  The  vines  are  about 
nine  to  twelve  inches  high  and  produce  a good  crop  of  well  filled 
pods  of  medium  size,  about  two  and  five-eighths  to  two  and 
three-fourths  inches  long,  containing  five  to  eight  large  peas 
which  are  exceedingly  sweet,  tender,  and  well  flavored.  Seed 
medium  sized,  generally  flattened,  wrinkled,  and  pale  green. 
Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

The  best  very  early,  dwarf  pea.  It 
combines  the  good  qualities  of  Ameri- 
can Wonder  and  Premium  Gem  peas.  The  vines  are  larger  and 
more  productive  than  American  Wonder  and  earlier  than  Prem- 
ium Gem  and  average  about  twelve  inches  high.  The  pods  are 
medium  sized,  about  two  and  three-fourths  inches  long.  The 
peas,  in  sweetness  and  quality,  are  unsurpassed.  Seed  medium 
sized,  wrinkled,  green  and  somewhat  flattened.  A most  desir- 
able early  sort  for  the  market  gardener  and  unsurpassed  for  the 
home  garden.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


American  Wonder 


Nott’s  Excelsior 


Alaska 


T itfl»  Ma j.Vp]  An  excellent  dwarf  sort  for  the  mar- 
i-jillic  marvel  Jjet  and  home  garden.  The  pods  aver- 
age a little  longer  than  those  of  Premium  Gem,  are  more 
attractive  in  shape  and  color  and  the  peas  are  of  superior 
quality.  The  vines  are  sturdy,  nearly  eighteen  inches 
high,  heavily  set  with  straight,  deep  green  pods,  square 
ended  at  the  bottom  and  nearly  three  inches  in  length.  Its 
season  is  about  the  same  as  Premium  Gem.  Seed  large, 
green,  wrinkled.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 

I avinninn  This  very  handsome  wrinkled  pea  is  the 
largest  podded  of  the  dwarf  varieties  on 
our  list.  The  beautiful  dark  green  pods  are  similar  to 
Gradus  in  shape  and  splendid  quality,  are  very  nearly  as 
large  in  size  and  often  mature  a little  earlier.  The  vines 
are  vigorous  and  productive,  averaging  fifteen  to  eighteen 
inches  high;  foliage  dark  green;  pods  about  four  inches  in 
length.  Seed  light  green,  large,  wrinkled,  flattened,  irreg- 
ular in  shape.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


Premium  Gem 


(Improved  Little  Gem)  A desir- 
able early  green  wrinkled  dwarf 
variety  similar  to  but  better  than  McLean’s  Little  Gem. 
The  vines  are  very  productive,  fifteen  to  eighteen  inches 
high.  The  pods  are  of  medium  size,  about  two  and  three- 


fourths  inches  long,  crowded  with  six  to  eight  large  peas 
of  fine  quality.  Seed  green,  large,  wrinkled,  often  flat- 
tened. Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

DAlirinilQ  is  a favorite  for  a general  crop  on  account 
L/t^IlClUUd  0f  strong  vines,  large  peas  and  pods. 

A heavy  cropper.  Vines  are  strong,  vigorous,  covered  with 
large  pods.  Peas  wrinkled,  vines  very  branching,  about 
two  and  one-half  feet  tall,  often  twenty  pods  to  a vine; 
quality  is  excellent.  Our  stock  has  been  carefully  selected 
and  will  run  remarkably  true.  One  of  the  best.  Lb.  50c; 

5 Lbs.  $2.00. 

Ppff*r  Pan  This  new’  larse  podded,  early  wrinkled 

6 CLCl  L all  pea  iS  in  great  favor  with  market  garden- 
ers in  all  sections.  The  handsome  large  pods,  which  are 
well  filled  with  big  peas  of  delicious  flavor,  make  it  a good 
seller  on  the  market  stall.  The  vines  are  extremely  vigor- 
ous, growing  only  fifteen  to  eighteen  inches  high,  with 
dark  green  foliage,  and  produce  a wonderful  crop  of  pods. 
Peter  Pan  is  one  of  the  earliest  wrinkled  peas,  bearing  its 
dark  green  pods  about  the  same  time  as  Prosperity  or 
Gradus,  but  a much  heavier  cropper  and  of  quality  equally 
as  good.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


Treat  yourself  to  the  best  ever,  Delicious  Peas. 


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PEAS — Continued 


A This  is  in  many  respects 

Aioerman  the  very  best  early 
main  crop  variety  of  the  valuable  Tele- 
phone type.  The  vines  are  tall  grow- 
ing, about  four  and  one-half  to  five 
feet  high,  dark  green,  vigorous,  and 
exceedingly  productive.  The  pods  are 
of  largest  size,  often  five  to  five  and 
one-half  inches  long,  dark  green,  simi- 
lar to  but  a little  larger  and  a shade 
darker  in  color  than  those  of  Duke  of 
Albany  and  about  the  same  in  season. 
The  peas  are  of  largest  size  and  un- 
surpassed in  quality.  Market  garden- 
ers are  demanding  the  large  podded, 
dark  colored  sorts  which  retain  their 
fine  appearance  even  after  shipping  a 
long  distance.  The  Alderman  answers 
these  requirements  and  we  recommend 
it  unreservedly.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Duke  of  Albany  trivia 

similar  to  Telephone  in  growth  and 
season  but  darker  in  color  of  foliage 
and  pods.  The  vines  are  tall,  about 
four  and  one-half  to  five  feet  high, 
vigorous,  and  strong  growing.  The 
pods  are  of  largest  size,  often  four  and 
one-half  to  five  inches  long,  straight, 
and  thick,  borne  in  great  profusion  and 
when  in  condition  for  picking,  of  a 
deep  green  color.  In  many  localities 
this  variety  is  sold  as  an  improved 
strain  of  Telephone.  Its  productive- 
ness and  fine  color  make  it  a very 
profitable  sort  for  market  gardeners 
while  its  splendid  quality  should  give 
it  a place  in  the  home  garden.  Lb.  35c; 
5 Lbs.  $1.60. 


This  has  become  the  leading  pea  with 
1 market  gardeners  whose  trade  appreciates 

fine  appearance  and  high  quality.  The  vines  are  tall  and 
vigorous,  growing  about  four  feet  high,  with  large,  coarse, 
light  colored  leaves  and  produces  an  abundance  of  pointed 
pods  of  largest  size,  often  four  and  one-half  to  five  inches 
long,  attractive  bright  green,  filled  with  very  large  peas 
which  are  tender,  sweet,  and  of  excellent  flavor.  It  comes 
into  use  soon  after  the  Premium  Gem  and  is  one  of  the  best 
sorts  for  either  home  or  market.  Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.60. 

Milliner  (Edible  pods)  We  consider  this 

1,  Idling  hJUgdX  the  best  of  the  edible-podded  sorts 
in  which  the  pods  are  used  when  half  grown  and  are 
cooked  in  the  same  way  as  snap  beans.  The  pods  of  Melt- 
ing Sugar  are  very  large,  four  to  four  and  one-half  inches 
long,  broad,  often  curved  or  twisted,  and  when  young, 
stringless,  very  tender,  and  finely  flavored.  The  variety 
we  offer,  sometimes  called  Mammoth  Melting  Sugar,  is 
rather  late  maturing,  very  prolific,  strong  growing,  about 
four  to  five  feet  high,  with  large  light  colored  foliage. 
Seed  medium  to  large,  smooth,  round,  light  yellowish  white 
in  color.  Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75. 


can  raised  with  but  little  expense,  and 
1 eanuis  are  an  exceedingly  productive  and  paying 
crop.  They  are  planted  in  much  the  same  manner  as  po- 
tatoes, and  require  but  little  care  beyond  hilling  up  the 
young  plants. 

Spanish.  This  variety  is  smaller  and  sweeter  than  the 
common,  or  Virginia.  Plants  grow  upright  and  strong, 
and  are  easily  harvested.  Lb.  30c. 

Virginia.  This  is  the  common  peanut  grown  in  the  South. 

Lb.  30c. 


PEPPER 


NOTICE — Prices  quoted  on  Pepper  Seed  include  Postage. 


Peppers  are  most  largely  used  for  seasoning  meat  and  vegetable  dishes  as  well  as  for  salads  and  mangoes.  They  are 
used  also  for  making  chow  chow  and  chili  sauce. 

The  culture  is  the  same  as  for  egg  plant  and  the  plants  need  quite  as  much  heat  to  perfect  them.  Sow  seed  early  in 
hotbed,  or  about  middle  of  spring  in  open  seed  bed,  the  soil  being  light  and  warm.  When  three  inches  high  transplant 
in  rows  about  two  and  one-half  feet  apart,  and  two  feet  apart  in  the  row.  Cultivate  and  keep  free  from  weeds.  Guano, 
hen  dung,  or  any  other  bird  manure  hoed  into  the  surface  soil  when  the 
plants  are  about  six  inches  high,  will  undoubtedly  increase  the  product. 


0_J  A late  variety-  The  pods  are  bright,  rich  red,  about 

1VCU  two  inches  long,  one-third  to  one-half  inch  in  diameter 

at  the  base,  tapering  to  a sharp  point  and  exceedingly  pungent  when 
ripe.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c;  XA  Lb.  $1.25. 


I one  Po/4  Pa  \7onirtia  A well-known  medium  early  variety 
I\CU  \-,ay enne  having  a slender,  twisted,  and  pointed 
pod  about  four  inches  long.  The  color  is  deep  green  when  fruit  is 
young,  bright  red  when  ripe.  The  flesh  is  extremely  strong  and  pun- 
gent. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  XA  Lb.  $1.25. 


IRulw  fCiritr  An  imProved  American  variety,  very  large  and  at- 
IX 11  Uy  KVlllg  tractive.  The  plants  are  about  two  and  one-half  feet 
high,  vigorous,  compact,  and  productive.  The  fruits  are  often  four  to 
four  and  one-half  inches  long  and  of  deep  green  color  when  young, 
bright  red  when  ripe.  The  flesh  is  thick  and  mild  flavored.  One  of  the 
best  varieties  for  mangoes,  or  stuffed  peppers.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c; 
% Lb.  $1.25. 


Rlrwsil  An  imProve<!  variety  of  the  Ruby  King  type  with  the  deep 
IXtjyal  ridges  eliminated,  exceptionally  smooth  and  glossy.  Fruits 
good  size  often  four  inches  long,  deep  green  color  when  young,  bright 
red  when  ripe,  thick  flesh  and  mild.  The  best  Mango  yet  introduced. 
Warranted  the  best,  most  profitable  market  sort.  Giant  Pkt,  10c;  Oz. 
50c;  % Lb.  $1.75. 


PitYipnfn  The  fruits  of  this  very  productive  sort  are  exceptionally 
1 imeniu  smooth  and  glossy,  of  good  size,  medium  length  and 
attractive  color.  The  flesh  is  very  thick  and  solid,  mild,  and  of  very 
fine  flavor.  Desirable  not  only  for  salads  and  stuffed  peppers  but  it  is 
also  the  sort  used  largely  by  canners.  The  plants  are  vigorous  and  up- 
right, about  two  to  two  and  one-half  feet  high,  with  short,  broad,  dark 
green  leaves.  The  fruits  are  deep  green  when  young  becoming  deep 
red  as  they  mature.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  XA  Lb.  $1.40. 


Giant  Crimson 


M.  G.  Seed  Go’s.  Royal 


The  fruits  of  this  very  desirable  sort  are  of 
the  largest  size,  ripen  earlier  than  any  of  the 
other  very  large  sorts  and  average  heavier,  as  the  flesh  is  exceptionally 
thick.  The  plants  are  vigorous  and  upright,  about  two  and  one-half 
to  three  feet  high,  larger  than  those  of  Chinese  Giant  and  more  pro- 
ductive. The  color  is  deep  green  when  fruit  is  young,  deep  crimson  when  matured.  The  flavor  is  mild, 
very  best  sorts  for  salads  and  large  mangoes.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c;  *4  Lb.  $1.90. 


One  of  the 


Large  Sweet  Spanish 


A late  maturing  and  attractive,  red,  sweet  pepper.  The  plants  are  about  two  and  one- 
half  feet  high,  upright,  very  compact,  vigorous,  and  productive.  The  fruits  are  very  large 
and  long,  frequently  seven  inches  in  length  and  about  two  inches  in  diameter,  with  very  thick,  mild  flesh  of  excellent 
Quality.  The  color  is  deep  green  when  fruit  is  young,  rich  red  when  ripe.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  XA  Lb.  $1.40. 


King  of  Mangoes,  The  M.  G.  Seed  Co’s.  Royal. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


RADISH 


For  forcing,  sow  in  hotbed  or  under  glass  in  rich,  sandy  soil  made  perfectly 
level.  Scatter  evenly  over  the  surface  from  fifty  to  one  hundred  seeds  to  the 
square  foot  and  cover  with  one-half  inch  of  soil  sifted  on.  Careful  watering 
to  keep  soil  moist,  even,  moderate  temperature,  and  good  ventilation  are  re- 
quired for  rapid  and  best  root  development.  If  the  bed  is  a good  one  the 
whole  crop  can  be  marketed  in  twenty-one  to  forty  days  after  planting. 

For  open  ground  culture,  sow  in  rich,  sandy  soil  as  soon  in  the  spring  as  it 
Is  fit  to  work,  in  drills  twelve  to  eighteen  inches  apart  and  thin  out  the 
plants  to  prevent  crowding.  A good  dressing  of  nitrate  of  soda  will  greatly 
stimulate  growth  and  insure  tender,  brittle  roots.  Successional  sowing  from 
one  week  to  ten  days  apart  will  keep  up  a supply.  After  the  hot  weather  of 
summer  begins,  it  is  better  to  sow  the  summer  and  winter  varieties  as  they 
do  not  become  tough  and  stringy  nor  pithy  so  quickly  as  the  early  sorts. 

We  have  been  very  careful  to  secure  the  very  best  seed  possible  and  there 
Is  none  sold  under  other  names  which  is  better  than  that  of  the  varieties 
we  offer. 


NOTICE — All  prices  quoted  on  this  page  in- 
clude Postage. 


The  smallest  reliable  forcing  radish.  The  tops 
are  distinctly  small.  The  roots  are  round  or 


M,  G.  Seed  Co’s. 

13  J O slightly  flattened,  very  deep  red  in  color  and  of  the  best 

Ivea  VilOuc  quality.  It  remains  in  condition  for  use  the  longest  of  any 
of  the  first  early  forcing  sorts  and  is  a favorite  where  a very  small,  deep  red 
radish  is  desired.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 


Early  Scarlet  Turnip 
White  Tipped,  Forcing 


A beautiful  variety,  rose-scarlet,  with  white 
tip,  has  small  tops  and  may  be  planted 
closely.  It  is  most  attractive  in  appear- 
_ ance  and  can  not  fail  to  give  satisfac- 
tion as  a forcing  radish.  This  is  very  popular  as  a market  sort.  It  is  sold 
sometimes  as  Rosy  Gem  and  Rapid  Forcing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
% Lb.  40c. 


Farlx/  The  roots  of  this  variety  are  slightly  olive 

J-iC&l  ty  Jtaricl  VjIUUc  shaped  and  are  a rich,  bright  scarlet  in 
color.  The* flesh  is  white  and  tender.  We  especially  recommend  this  to  gar- 
deners, as  a large,  first  early  forcing  radish.  It  is  also  desirable  for  first 
early  planting  outdoors  for  the  home  garden  and  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


Farlxr  Wkito  T,n.«m  This  is  an  early  white  radish,  a little  more 
J-.ariy  VV  line  1 urnip  flattened  than  Early  Scarlet  Turnip,  and  as 
offered  by  us,  of  smaller  size  and  sometimes  a little  earlier  maturing.  While 
used  mostly  for  early  outdoor  planting,  its  very  small  tops  and  quick  growth 
make  it  suitable  for  forcing.  The  roots  are  about  one  inch  in  diameter  when 
mature.  The  flesh  is  pure  white,  crisp,  and  tender.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
*4  Lb.  40c. 


rVJmcrm  flinnf  Tni*rn«  A round  radish  of  exceptionally  large 
crimson  Oiani  1 urnip  size  for  so  early  a variety.  The  roots 
are  nearly  globe-shaped,  of  beautiful  crimson-carmine  color  and  most  ex- 
cellent quality,  often  growing  one  and  three-fourths  inches  in  diameter  be- 
fore becoming  pithy.  It  is  a desirable  variety  for  general  outdoor  planting, 
and  also  suitable  for  forcing  where  a very  large  round  radish  is  wanted.  It 
remains  in  condition  a remarkably  long  time  for  so  early  a radish.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


„ a • ]l/f o vLrc»f  A desirable  market  variety  with  roots  similar 
Cincinnati  IViarKcl  to  Early  Long  Scarlet  Forcing,  but  averaging 
longer,  deeper  red  in  color  and  remaining  a little  longer  in  condition  for 
use.  The  roots  are  slender  and  before  becoming  pithy  are  often  six  to  seven 
inches  long  by  about  five-eighths  of  an  inch  in  diameter  at  the  shoulder. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  Y±  Lb.  40c. 


CaJir  Chariot  Turnin  °ne  of  the  best  early  radishes  for  the  home 
Hi  any  Oi-allCl  1 UIllip  garden  and  a great  favorite  In  large  mar- 
Tinrmrl  kets  for  early  planting  outdoors.  It  is  but  little 
W mte  I ippea  later  than  Early  Scarlet  Turnip,  White  Tipped, 
Forcing  and  will  give  entire  satisfaction  where  extreme  earliness  and  small 
tops  are  not  the  chief  consideration.  The  roots  are  nearly  round,  slightly 
flattened  on  the  underside.  The  color  is  very  bright,  deep  rose-carmine 

scarlet  with  a distinctly  white 
tip.  The  flesh  is  white  and  of 
the  best  quality.  The  stock  we 
offer  is  exceptionally  attractive 
in  its  splendid  coloring.  The 
scarlet  is  unusually  deep  and 
affords  a distinct  contrast  with 
the  large,  clear  white  tip.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 


Early  Scarlet  Turnip,  White  Tipped 


Early  Long  Scarlet,  Forcing  Stent'  Lrt'^ekt,"1;  ?£ 

home  garden  or  the  market.  The  tops  are  short  and  comparatively  small. 
The  roots  are  smooth,  slender,  uniform  in  shape  and  a very  attractive  bright 
carmine  red  in  color.  They  grow  about  one-third  out  of  the  ground  and  con- 
tinue crisp  and  tender  until  fully  matured,  when  they  are  about  six  inches 
long.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 


Cincinnati  Market 


Icicle 


|*1  a very  attractive,  pure  white  radish,  the  earliest  of  the  long,  white 
IC1C16  summer  sorts  and  of  most  excellent  quality.  The  roots  when  ma- 
ture are  five  to  six  inches  long  by  about  one-half  to  five-eighths  of  an  inch 
in  diameter.  One  of  the  most  desirable  varieties  for  outdoor  summer  plant- 
ing for  the  home  garden  and  market.  It  is  also  adapted  for  forcing.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


Our  Radish  Seeds  are  all  grown  from  selected  bulbs  carefully  transplanted  insuring  the  best  strains. 


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Scarlet  China 


Early 


RADISH — Continued 

NOTICE — Prices  quoted  on  this  page  include  Postage  except  when  noted. 

U/Kitp  Rtracknfrt  Even  when  comparatively  small 
tv  line  iJuadUUrg  this  variety  is  in  good  condition 
for  use  and  continues  crisp  until  matured  when  the  roots 
are  four  to  six  inches  long  by  one  and  one-half  to  two 
inches  in  diameter.  The  roots  are  rather  thick  at  the 
shoulder  and  are  usually  somewhat  tapering.  They  remain 
in  condition  for  use  much  longer  than  the  early  varieties. 
This  is  one  of  the  best  large,  white  later  summer  sorts  for 
home  garden  and  market.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
% Lb.  40c. 

Early  White  Giant  Stuttgart  Sk™0"  .VJ 

four  inches  in  diameter,  white,  and  are  usually  top  shaped. 
The  flesh  is  white  and  crisp,  and  keeps  remarkably  well, 
so  that  those  not  used  in  the  summer  or  fall  can  be  stored 
for  early  winter  use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 

WINTER  VARIETIES 

Seed  for  winter  radishes  should  be  sown  about  the  first 
of  August  in  rich,  warm,  sandy  loam,  in  rows  about  twenty 
inches  apart,  covering  half  an  inch  deep.  When  well  up 
thin  to  three  inches  apart  in  the  row  and  give  frequent 
cultivation.  For  winter  use,  the  roots  should  be  pulled  and 
packed  in  damp  sand  and  stored  in  a cool  cellar. 

This  is  an  extensively  grown  variety 
for  fall  and  winter  use.  It  is  known 
also  as  Chinese  Rose.  Their  roots  are  cylindrical,  or 
largest  near  the  bottom,  stump  rooted,  or  blunt  at  both 
ends.  The  skin  is  smooth  and  of  a bright  deep  rose  color. 
The  flesh  is  white,  firm,  crisp,  and  pungent.  The  tops  ar© 
moderately  large  with  leaves  distinctly  cut  and  divided; 
leaf-stems  tinged  with  rose.  The  roots  are  usually  four  to 
five  inches  long  by  about  one  and  one-half  to  two  inches  In 
diameter  when  fully  mature,  sometimes  growing  consider- 
ably thicker.  It  is  a desirable  late  maturing  garden  sort. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 

Round  Black  Spanish  Sometimes3  sSehtiyr0"Sfp 

shaped,  three  or  four  inches  in  diameter.  The  skin  is 
almost  black.  The  flesh  is  white,  very  compact,  decidedly 
pungent,  but  well  flavored.  The  variety  keeps  well  through 
the  winter.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 

California  Mammoth  ™|e  rwHte°Vn“r  so” 

grow  nine  to  twelve  inches  long,  by 
three  to  four  inches  or  more  in  diam- 
eter just  below  the  shoulder,  tapering  regularly  to  the  tip. 
The  flesh  is  firm,  crisp,  decidedly  pungent  but  well  flavored, 
keeping  well  through  the  winter.  The  variety  matures 
later  than  Celestial  and  the  roots  are  not  as  mild,  but 
they  attain  a larger  size  under  favorable  conditions.  For 
table  use  they  are  pulled  before  fully  grown.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 

Half  Long  Grey  Winter  ™aiatearintyShaPr 

tween  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  maturity.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
% Lb.  40c. 


Market  Gardeners’  Large  White  Globe  Radish 


Golden  Yellow  Oval  Thls  sort  mature” 


quickly,  has  small 
tops  and  resists  the  summer  heat  better  than  the  early 
scarlet  or  white  kinds.  The  roots  are  oval,  tapering  at  the 
base,  and  are  about  one  and  one-half  inches  long  by  about 
one  inch  in  diameter  when  mature.  The  color  is  bright 
light  yellow,  often  russeted.  The  flesh  is  white,  slightly 
pungent,  crisp,  and  tender.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
14  Lb.  40c. 

r.AUpn  This  variety  is  of  quick  growth, 

OUlUCll  VlUJUC  affording  crisp  and  tender  radishes 
even  in  a very  hot  climate  and  is  extensively  grown  in  the 
South.  The  roots  are  uniformly  globe-shaped,  with  skin 
of  golden  yellow  color.  They  are  about  two  Inches  long 
by  two  and  one-fourth  inches  in  diameter  when  mature. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  Lb.  40c. 

1V/I  c A desirable  large  turnip  shaped 

o.  summer  variety.  The  roots  are 
I srcrif*  WVlitia  fUrkk**  round,  smooth,  white,  and 
nue  VJlODe  attractive  and  are  two  to 
three  inches  in  diameter  when  mature.  The  flesh  is  crisp, 
firm,  and  rather  pungent.  Market  gardeners  use  this 
variety  largely  for  forcing  under  glass  because  of  its  small 
tops.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  40c. 


White  China 


RHUBARB  or  PIE  PLANT 


Rhubarb,  also  known  as  Pie  Plant,  or  Wine  Plant,  is  the 
earliest  spring  vegetable  and  is  grown  for  its  leaf  stalks 
which  are  extensively  used  for  pies  and  sauce. 

Rhubarb  succeeds  best  in  deep,  somewhat  retentive  soil, 
and  the  richer  this  is  and  the  deeper  it  is  stirred,  the  bet- 
ter. Sow  in  drills  an  inch  deep  and  thin  out  the  plants  to 
six  inches  apart.  In  the  fall  transplant  into  very  highly 
manured  and  deeply  stirred  soil,  setting  them  four  to  six 
feet  apart  each  way  and  give  a dressing  of  coarse  manure 
every  spring.  The  stalks  should  not  be  plucked  until  the 


second  year.  When  a blossom  stalk  appears,  it  should  be 
cut  back  well  into  the  ground  and  the  plant  never  allowed 
to  exhaust  itself  by  running  to  seed.  Our  seed  is  saved 
from  selected  plants  of  the  Linnseus,  Victorie,  Giant,  and 
other  improved  sorts,  but  like  the  seeds  of  fruit  trees,  rhu- 
barb seed  can  not  be  relied  upon  to  reproduce  the  same 
varieties.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  *4  Lb.  60c. 

ROOTS,  by  mail,  prepaid,  15c.  each;  by  express,  not  pre- 
paid, $1.00  per  dozen. 


SALSIFY  or  VEGETABLE  OYSTER 


One  of  the  most  desirable  winter  vegetables.  The  roots 
when  cooked  are  very  palatable  and  nutritious  and  are 
served  in  a variety  of  ways.  The  flavor  is  similar  to 
oysters.  Salsify  succeeds  best  in  a light,  well  enriched 
soil,  which  should  be  stirred  to  a good  depth.  Coarse  and 
fresh  manure  should  be  avoided,  as  it  will  surely  cause  the 
roots  to  grow  uneven  and  ill-shaped.  Sow  early  and  quite 
deep,  giving  the  general  culture  recommended  for  parsnip. 
The  roots  are  perfectly  hardy  and  may  remain  out  all 
winter,  but  should  be  dug  early  in  spring,  as  they  deteri- 
orate rapidly  after  growth  commences.  Frost  does  not 
Injure  the  roots,  but  before  the  ground  freezes  a quantity 
for  winter  use  may  be  stored  in  a pit  or  in  a very  cool 
cellar. 


Mammoth  Sandwich  Island  Sge  and^tronl 

growing  with  long,  smooth,  white,  tapering  roots,  and  is 
less  liable  to  branch  than  the  other  sorts.  The  tops  are 
grassy.  It  is  invaluable  for  market  gardeners’  use.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  % Lb.  85c. 

C|^\OD|7|  The  improved  varieties  of  Sorrel  when  well 
ILiLa  grown  and  cooked  like  spinach  make  a 
palatable  dish.  Sow  in  drills  early  in  spring  and  thin  the 
seedlings  to  six  or  eight  inches  apart  in  the  row.  One  may 
commence  cutting  in  about  two  months  and  the  plants  will 
continue  in  full  bearing  from  three  to  four  years. 

Large  Leaved  French 

leaves  of  fine  quality.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  34  Lb.  60c. 


Don’t  overlook  Him  barb  or  Pie  Plant. 


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Spinach  Seed  as  grown  for  us  by  one  of  the  largest  growers  of  spinach  in  the  world. 


Spinach 


No  plant  makes  more  palatable  and  nutritious  greens  than  spinach  when  properly  prepared.  Seed 
should  be  planted  in  very  rich  ground,  the  richer  the  better.  Sow  in  drills  sixteen  to  twenty 
inches  apart  and  thin  to  about  six  inches  apart  when  the  leaves  are  an  inch  wide.  All  should  be  cut 
before  hot  weather,  while  young  and  tender.  For  early  spring  use,  sow  early  in  autumn  and  protect  the  plants  with 
a light  covering  of  leaves  or  straw,  or  plant  as  soon  as  the  land  can  be  worked  in  the  spring.  Under  favorable  condi- 
tions, the  leaves  may  be  large  enough  for  eating  in  eight  weeks.  South  of  Cincinnati  spinach  can  be  grown  through 
the  winter  with  very  little  or  no  covering. 


Savoy  Leaved 


This  sort  is  known  also  as  Blooms- 
dale  and  as  Norfolk  Savoy  Leaved. 
It  is  a very  early  variety  and  one  of  the  best  to  plant  in 
autumn  for  early  spring  use.  The  plant  is  of  upright 
growth,  with  thick,  glossy,  dark  green  leaves  of  medium 
size,  broad  and  crumpled  or  blistered  like  those  of  Savoy 
cabbage.  It  is  hardy  and  grows  rapidly  to  a suitable  size 
for  use,  but  runs  to  seed  quickly  in  warm  weather.  Seed 
round.  This  spinach  is  suitable  for  the  home  garden  and 
is  much  used  by  truckers.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  10c; 
■*4  Lb.  20c:  Lb.  50c. 


Late  Bloomsdale 


Stubborn  Seeder 


An  improved  type  of  Blooms- 
dale, growing  compact;  deep 
green  in  color,  as  early  maturing  as  the  old-fashioned 
Bloomsdale,  remaining  in  good  condition  quite  a time 
after  the  other  has  gone  to  seed.  A very  valuable  sort 
for  spring  sowing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  30c; 
Lb.  $1.00. 

This  remarkable  new  spinach  is 
far  superior  to  any  other  sort, 
two  weeks  after  all  other  sorts  have  gone  to  seed,  hence 
especially  for  spring  sowing,  remaining  in  good  condition 
the  name  Stubborn  Seeder.  Grows  about 
as  rapidly  as  the  Bloomsdale,  the  thick 
crumpled  or  blistered  leaves  holding  up 
well  after  cutting.  We  think  this 
variety  will  in  a few  years  be  one  of 
the  leading  sorts.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz. 
15c;  % Lb.  50c;  Lb.  $1.25. 


Npw  Zpslanrl  (Tetragonia  ex- 

l^ew  Ltaiana  pansa)  Unlike  true 
spinach  in  type  and  in  that  it  thrives 
during  hot  weather  and  in  any  soil,  rich 
or  poor.  The  tender  shoots  are  of  good 
quality  and  may  be  cut  throughout  the 
summer.  The  plant  becomes  very  large 
and  spreading.  The  leaves  are  com- 
paratively small,  broad,  and  pointed. 
Plant  three  or  four  seeds  in  hills  two 
feet  apart  each  way.  Germination  of 
the  seed  can  be  hastened  by  soaking  in 
warm  water  twenty-four  hours.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  Lb.  40c. 


Haarlem  Giant  Sew  vS^'s 

an  improved  strain  of  Stubborn  Seeder. 
The  plant  is  very  large  at  maturity, 
vigorous  and  hardy.  Its  broad,  thick, 
deep  green,  crumpled  or  blistered  leaves 
are  very  crisp  and  tender  and  of  deli- 
cious flavor.  Good  variety  for  fall  sow- 
ing, also  the  best  for  spring,  maturing 
a little  later  than  Bloomsdale.  A won- 
derful heat  resister  and  free  from  yel- 
low under  leaves,  remaining  in  good 
condition  long  after  all  other  sorts  have 
gone  to  seed.  In  Europe  this  is  con- 
sidered the  spinach  par  excellence. 

This  is  the  first  season  this  spinach 
is  being  offered  for  sale  in  this  coun- 
try, our  firm  being  one  of  the  intro- 
ducers. We  conscientiously  predict  that 
this  variety  will  become  the  leading 
sort  in  the  next  few  seasons. 

Remember  this  New  Spinach  is  for 
sale  only  by  The  Market  Gardeners’ 
Seed  Company  in  this  community. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  25c;  % Lb.  75c; 


Lb.  $1.50. 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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Squash 


A most  nutritious  and  valuable  garden  vegetable.  The  summer  varieties  come  to  the  table  early  in  the 

season,  while  the  fall  and  winter  sorts  can  be  had  from  August  until  the  following  spring.  The  winter 

varieties  are  very  well  adapted  for  stock  feeding  and  we  heartily  recommend  them  for  that  purpose. 
Squash  plants  are  very  tender  and  sensitive  to  cold  and  so  planting  must  be  delayed  until  settled  warm  weather. 
General  methods  of  culture  are  the  same  as  for  cucumbers  and  melons,  but  the  squash  is  less  sensitive  to  unfavorable 
conditions  of  soil.  Summer  varieties  should  be  planted  four  to  six  feet  apart  each  way  and  winter  sorts  eight  to  ten. 

Three  plants  are  sufficient  for  a hill,  in  gathering  the  winter  sorts  care  should  be  taken  not  to  bruise  or  break  the  stem 

from  the  squash,  as  the  slightest  injury  will  increase  the  liability  to  decay.  Winter  squashes  should  be  stored  in  a 
moderately  warm,  dry  place  and  the  temperature  kept  as  even  as  possible.  For  those  who  desire  very  early  squashes, 
seed  can  be  planted  in  boxes,  and  transplanted. 

MammnlK  XA/Llte,  Ruck  Q<r>ollsMrk  An  early  maturing,  somewhat  flattened,  scalloped  bush  squash,  of  largest 
i¥£ailIJlIlMJLIl  ¥¥  USLaall  sjze  and  the  handsomest  of  the  summer  varieties  for  home  garden  and 

market.  The  fruits  are  uniformly  warted  and  a beautiful,  clear  waxy  white,  instead  of  the  yellowish  white  so  often 
seen  in  the  old  Early  White  Bush  Scallop.  The  stock  we  offer  of  this  variety  is  exceptionally  true  to  type.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  45c. 


ra5,L.  YoIIaw  Ruck  QcoIIaa  A flattened,  scalloped  bush  squash  of  largest  size.  The  skin  is  deep 
Ldriy  * CHOW  OUSii  ocauop  orange.  The  flesh  is  pale  yellow  and  of  very  good  flavor.  We  have  devel- 
oped a strain  of  the  old  Yellow  Bush  Scallop  which  is  fully  as  productive  but  uniformly  larger  and  flatter  than 
the  old  stock  and  has  a very  small  seed  cavity.  This  sort  is  extensively  used  for  the  home  garden  and  market 
where  a very  large  yellow  scalloped  squash  is  wanted.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  45c. 

!\yfarv>»irs/>.tk  Qnmmav  The  largest  and  one  of  the  earliest  of  the  crooked-neck  summer  squashes. 

lvid.IIlIIMJi.Ii  summer  V/iOOKIIcCK  The  vines  are  of  bush  habit,  large,  and  more  vigorous  than  Summer  Crook- 
neck.  The  fruits  when  mature  are  very  large,  often  one  and  one-half  to  two  feet  long,  with  exceedingly  warted  sur- 
face. The  color  is  deep  yellow.  Its  large  size  and  attractive  color  make  this  variety  a favorite  with  market  gardeners 
as  well  as  for  home  garden  use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  45c. 


Boston  Marrow 


This  is 
a very 

productive  fall  and  winter 
variety  of  medium  to  large 
size,  oval  shape,  and  thin  skin. 

It  is  much  used  for  canning 
and  making  pies.  The  fruits 
when  ripe  are  bright  orange 
with  a shading  of  light  cream 
color.  The  flesh  is  of  rich  sal- 
mon-yellow color,  fine  grained 
and  of  excellent  flavor,  but 
not  as  dry  as  the  Hubbard. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4 
Lb.  45c. 

Hubbard  otne  t°he  ‘"wiStlf 

squashes.  The  vines  are  vig- 
orous and  very  productive.  The 
fruits  are  large,  heavy,  and 
moderately  warted,  with  a very 
hard  shell.  The  skin  is  uni- 
formly dark  bronze  green.  The 
flesh  is  bright  orange-yellow, 
fine  grained,  thick,  dry,  and 
richly  flavored.  This  squash  can 
be  kept  in  good  condition  until 
spring.  It  is  esteemed  by  many 
to  be  as  good  baked  as  the 
sweet  potato.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 

Oz.  15c;  ^4  Lb.  45c. 

Tfalian  (Cocozella  di  Na- 
& Lallan  poll)  The  vines  are 

Vegetable  b”hw3,“.t 

ya»mw  large,  much  elon- 
IVlarrOW  gated  fruits  dark 
green  at  first,  but  as  they  ma- 
ture, becoming  marbled  with 
yellow  and  lighter  green  in 
stripes.  The  fruits  are  in  best 
condition  for  the  table  when  six 
to  eight  inches  long,  but  can  be 
used  when  much  larger.  The  young  fruits  when  sliced  and 
fried  in  oil  constitute  a vegetable  delicacy  that  is  very  ten- 
der and  marrowy.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  XA  Lb.  45c. 

This  is  a fall  and  winter  variety  of 
medium  size.  Although  not  very  thick 
the  shell  is  rather  hard  and  strong.  Usually  dark  green 
but  sometimes  lighter  in  color  and  mottled.  The  flesh  is 
thick,  very  fine  grained  and  bright  yellow  in  color.  It 
is  considered  by  many  to  be  the  best  for  markets  where 
quality  is  appreciated  as  well  as  very  desirable  for  the 
home  garden.  We  have  by  continued  and  careful  selec- 
tion made  a marked  improvement  in  uniformity  of  type 
and  we  believe  the  seed  we  offer  is  equal  to  the  best 
obtainable.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c;  XA  Lb.  60c. 


Mammoth  White  Bush  Scallop  and  Mammoth  Summer  Crooknecb 

TOBACCO 


Delicious 


The  seed  should  be  sown  as  early  as 
possible  after  danger  of  frost  is  over. 
It  is  customary  to  burn  a quantity  of  brush  and  rubbish 
in  the  spring  on  the  ground  intended  for  the  seed  bed, 
then  dig  and  pulverize  the  earth  and  mix  with  the  ashes, 
after  which  the  seed  may  be  sown  and  covered  very 
lightly.  When  the  plants  are  about  six  inches  high, 
transplant  into  rows  four  or  five  feet  each  way.  Cultivate 
thoroughly  with  plow  and  hoe. 

WHITE  BURLEY.  A favorite  for  plug  fillers  and  wrap- 
pers. Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  XA  Lb.  $1.40. 
CONNECTICUT  SEED  LEAF.  A hardy  cigar  variety, 
well  adapted  to  growing  in  the  middle  and  northern 
States.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.40. 
HAVANA.  The  leaf  is  very  thin  and  is  of  fine  texture. 
The  vari'etv  is  much  used  for  cigar  wrappers.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  XA  Lb.  $1.40. 


NOTICE 

On  the  preceding  page  we  have  illustrated  and  described  a new  variety  of  Spinach,  Haarlem  Giant, 
a variety  of  exceptional  merit  which  we  recommend  to  all  our  friends  and  customers.  Also  remember,  we 
are  one  of  the  first  introducers  of  this  variety  in  this  country  and  the  first  in  our  locality. 


Our  sales  of  Spinach  Seed  is  several  tons  annually.  Why?  Quality, 


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Tomato 


Tomatoes  do  best  on  light,  warm,  not 
over-rich  soil,  and  success  depends 
largely  upon  securing  a rapid,  vigor- 
ous, and  unchecked  growth  during  the  early  part  of  the 
season.  Sow  in  hotbed  or  in  shallow  boxes  in  the  house 
from  six  to  eight  weeks  before  they  can  be  set  out  doors, 
which  is  when  danger  from  frost  is  past;  when  the  plants 
have  four  leaves  transplant  into  shallow  boxes  or  cold- 
frames,  setting  them  four  or  five  inches  apart;  give  plenty 
of  air  and  endeavor  to  secure  a vigorous  but  steady  and 
healthy  growth,  so  that  at  the  time  of  setting  in  the  open 
ground  they  will  be  strong  and  stocky.  Even  a slight 
check  while  the  plants  are  small  will  materially  diminish 
their  productiveness. 

Set  out  doors  as  soon  as  danger  from  frost  is  over,  but 
before  doing  so  harden  off  the  plants  by  gradually  exposing 
them  to  the  night  air  and  by  the  withdrawal  of  water  until 
the  wood  becomes  hard  and  the  leaves  thick  and  of  a dark 
green  color.  Transplant  carefully  and  cultivate  well  as 
long  as  the  vines  will  permit.  If  to  be  grown  without  train- 
ing, plants  are  usually  set  about  three  to  four  feet  apart 
each  way  according  to  the  vigor  of  growth  of  the  variety. 

To  insure  best  results  in  respect  to  early  ripening  as  well 
as  the  amount  and  perfection  of  fruit,  it  is  advisable  to 


train  up  and  trim  the  vines,  especially  if  the  patch  Is 
rather  small.  When  the  plants  have  been  properly  started 
and  are  six  to  ten  inches  high  they  will  begin  to  throw 
out  branches.  Select  the  largest  and  most  vigorous  of 
these  and  pinch  off  all  others  except  this  one  and  the  main 
stem.  Care  must  be  exercised  not  to  pinch  off  the  fruiting 
branches  which,  as  they  appear,  can  be  distinguished  by 
the  buds  that  are  formed  very  early.  In  a short  time 
these  two  remaining  branches  will  become  equally  vigorous 
and  as  ordinary  varieties  will  grow  four  to  six  feet  high 
during  the  season,  they  should  be  securely  tied  at  inter- 
vals of  about  ten  inches  to  a long  stake,  preferably  two 
inches  square,  which  has  been  securely  set  in  near  the 
root  of  the  vine. 

Fruit  will  set  to  almost  any  height  desired  if  all  side 
branches  are  kept  trimmed  off  at  intervals  of  a week.  By 
such  a method  of  training  and  trimming  the  fruits  are 
kept  clear  from  the  ground  and  with  free  access  of  sun- 
light they  ripen  much  earlier;  the  vitality,  otherwise  ex- 
hausted in  superfluous  branches  and  leaves,  is  utilized  in 
forming  fruits  of  largest  size,  greatest  perfection  of  shape 
and  best  quality.  All  our  Tomato  seeds  are  from  seed 
stocks  carefully  selected.  We  challenge  comparison  of 
our  stocks  with  any  offered. 


Farlinna  Our  stra*n  this  first  early  sort  is  earlier 
Eai  liana  an(j  decidedly  superior  to  much  that  is 
sold  as  Sparks’  Earliana,  and  the  extreme  earliness  of 
its  large,  smooth  fruits  makes  it  a very  profitable 
tomato  for  market  gardeners,  as  well  as  desirable  for 
the  home  garden.  The  vines  are  small,  but  vigorous 
and  productive.  The  fruits  are  bright  deep  scarlet, 
medium  to  large,  nearly  round,  and  exceptionally 
smooth  for  so  early  a variety.  The  fruits  are  borne  in 
clusters  near  the  base  of  the  plant  and  the  bulk  of  the 
crop  ripens  very  early.  Purplish  tomato.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  35c;  *4  Lb.  $1.00. 

Market  Gardeners’  New  Success 

is  the  earliest  good  large  purple  tomato  yet  introduced. 

Plants  exceptionally  robust,  blight  resisting,  which 
increases  the  possibilities  of  a perfect  stand,  if  weather 
conditions  are  unfavorable. 

Extensive  experiments  have  proven  Market  Garden- 
ers’ New  Success  Tomato  to  be  in  a class  by  itself,  out- 
yielding  any  known  variety. 

The  fruits  which  are  a rich  purple,  globe  shaped, 
ripens  their  clusters  uniformly,  and  are  free  from  cracks 
and  blemishes  around  the  blossom  end  and  almost 
seedless. 

We  predict  that  this  variety  will  prove  the  best  in 
its  class  as  to  quality  and  money  making  as  it  ripens 
its  great  clusters  of  purple  fruit  evenly,  yielding  more 
marketable  fruit  than  any  known  variety. 

Don’t  hesitate  about  trying  Market  Gardeners’  New 
Success  Tomato  this  year,  because  we  can  verify  all  we 
say  about  them.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Price  $1.00  per  ounce, 
postpaid. 


Market  Gardeners’  Early  Michigan  Tomato 


/■*  C'rt9*.  This  splendid  variety,  introduced  in  1909,  is  the  largest  and  best  of  the  early  purple  tomatoes. 

IY1*  VJ.  mCCU  vU  5»«  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  very  productive.  The  fruits  are  very  smooth,  uniform  in  size, 
Parlv  Micliioan  nearly  globe-shaped,  firm,  and  of  excellent  quality.  One  of  the  most  valuable  shipping  toma- 
i^any  miUllgan  toes  yet  produced.  It  is  also  desirable  for  the  home  garden  and  near  markets.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  50c;  % Db.  $1.75. 


Trucker’s  Favorite 


Dwarf  Champion 

Tomato.”  It  is  a second  early,  purplish  pink 
variety,  especially  desirable  where  garden 
space  is  limited.  The  vines  are  about  two 
feet  high,  vigorous,  upright,  and  compact 
growing.  The  fruits  are  medium  sized, 
exceptionally  smooth  and  of  very  good  qual- 
ity. Our  stock  is  a very  superior  strain  with 
more  even,  smoother  fruit  than  the  original 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz,  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.40. 

Trucker’s  Favorite  S-ge-^uapm-- 

pie  Tomato.  Most  regular  in  form  and  size, 
thick-meated  and  very  solid,  this  is  one  of 
the  largest  smooth  tomatoes  grown.  Of  a 
beautiful  purplish  color,  well  ripened 
throughout,  the  smooth  fleshy  fruits  always 
bring  the  highest  prices  on  our  markets 
where  their  fine  flavor  is  especially  esteemed. 
The  vines  are  of  strong  growth,  not  subject 
to  rust  or  blight,  and  bear  enormous  crops 
until  killed  by  frost.  The  fruits  continue  of 
large  size  to  the  very  last  and  are  unexcelled 
for  slicing  or  cooking.  It  is  a main-crop 
variety.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.40. 

Sfnnp  One  of  the  largest  and  most  solid, 
lUHC  main  crop  or  late,  bright  red  va- 
rieties. It  is  unsurpassed  for  slicing  and 
canning.  The  vines  are  large,  vigorous,  and 
very  productive.  The  fruits  are  bright  deep 
scarlet,  nearly  round  or  slightly  flattened, 
exceptionally  smooth  and  uniform  in  size. 
Our  stock  is  distinctly  superior  to  most  of 
that  offered  under  this  name,  being  larger, 
smoother,  more  uniform,  and  better  colored. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c;  % Lb.  $1.25. 


Ponderosa  or  Beefsteak 

considered  of  very  good  quality,  especially  by  those  who  prefer  a tomato  quite  free  from  acid.  The  variety  ripens  about 
midseason.  It  is  very  desirable  for  slicing.  Giant  Pkt,  10c;  Oz.  50c;  *4  Lb.  $1.75. 


A purplish  pink  tomato  of  the  largest  size.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  very  pro- 
ductive. The  fruits  are  very  solid,  with  exceptionally  few  seeds,  fairly  smooth  and 


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TOM  AT  O — -Continued 

NOTICE — Prices  quoted  on  this  page  include  Postage. 


D D c|  The  fruits  of  this  desirable  early  sort 

OOnny  Deal  ^re  most  attractive  in  shape  and  color. 
The  crop  ripens  more  uniformly  than  any  other  early  scar- 
let fruited  sort,  and  is  of  superior  solidity  and  interior 
color.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and  produce  a good  crop 
of  exceptionally  round  and  deep  fruits,  bright  deep  scarlet 
in  color  and  of  very  good  quality.  One  of  the  best  for 
gardeners  whose  trade  demands  fruits  of  beautiful  shape 
and  color.  A very  good  variety  for  early  market  and  home 
garden.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.25. 

| _ „ Daot.  extra  early  scarlet  fruited  variety  of 

Ollli  Daci  superior  merit.  The  vines  are  very  hardy 
and  exceptionally  productive.  The  fruits  are  the  largest  of 
the  extra  early  sorts  and  are  also  most  attractive  in  color. 
They  are  nearly  round,  smooth,  firm  and  of  excellent  qual- 
ity. It  is  one  of  the  very  earliest  to  ripen  its  first  fruits 
and  it  continues  to  furnish  marketable  fruits  much  longer 
than  other  very  early  varieties.  It  is  an  invaluable  sort  for 
market  gardeners,  shippers  and  canners.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.25. 

O a.  . The  vines  are  large,  vigorous,  and  very  pro- 
JDGSlliy  ductive.  The  fruits  are  large,  purplish  pink, 
exceptionally  smooth  and  uniform  in  size,  very  solid  and 
of  excellent  quality.  This  -is  one  of  the  best  second  early 
or  midseason  purplish  pink  sorts  for  table  use.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 

A tt/vv,  paJ.r  This  new  extra  early  scarlet  fruited 
AVOu  E<«riy  variety  is  the  result  of  several  years 
of  caieful  selection.  The  fruits  are  large  for  so  early  a 
variety,  round  or  slightly  flattened,  deep  scarlet  red 
color,  smooth,  free  from  cracks  and  of  fine  quality.  It 
produces  ripe  fruit  as  early  as  Earliana  and  continues 


to  yield  marketable  fruit  for  a longer  period  that  the 
other  first  early  varieties.  The  vines  are  vigorous  and 
very  productive.  We  consider  this  a valuable  addition  to 
the  list  of  early  tomatoes  for  the  market  or  home  garden. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c;  *4  Lb.  $1.75. 

PKprrv  Fruits  small,  about  five-eighths  of  an 
IvCU  vSIClI  j inch  in  diameter,  perfectly  round  and 
smooth.  Fine  for  pickles  and  preserves.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  50c;  % Lb.  $1.75. 

This  variety  differs  from  Red 
m.  CUUW  V^IlCiry  Cherry  in  color  only.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  50c;  % Lb.  $1.75. 

Y Dpnw  Fruits  similar  to  the  red  Pear,  but  of 
1 w 1 rich,  clear,  yellow  color  and  quite  dis- 

tinct from  the  variety  sometimes  sold  under  this  name. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.00. 

Yellow  Plum  Fruits  plum  shaped,  of  clear,  deep 
cllu"  * yellow  color;  flesh  yellow  and  finely 

flavored.  Much  esteemed  for  preserves.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  40c;  % Lb.  $1.00. 

Ypilnw  Hiiclr  ov  Very  sweet,  mild  flavor;  used  for 
i do  tv  ui  preserves.  Vines  low  and  spread - 
Pkovi-Tr  ing.  Fruits  small,  about  one-half 
VMUU11U  X-'IiCi  ry  inch  in  diameter,  enclosed  in  a 
loose  husk.  The  seed  we  offer  is  that  of  the  true  Yellow 
Ground  Cherry,  not  the  purple  fruited  sort  which  is  scarcely 
edible.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c;  *4  Lb.  $1.00. 

Oimon  The  fruits  are  large  and  smooth, 
vxsjiucil  'Iccll  0f  bright  golden  yellow  color,  some- 
times with  a slight  blush  of  red.  They  are  as  smooth  and 
well  shaped  as  the  best  of  the  red  varieties  and  are  of 
superior  flavor.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c;  *4  Lb.  90c. 


Turnip 


The  value  of  Turnips  and  Ruta  Bagas  for  feeding  stock  in  fall  and  winter  is  not  fully  appreciated, 
as  they  are  much  liked  by  all  kinds  of  stock  and  serve  to  keep  them  in  good  condition.  They 
should  not  be  fed,  however,  in  large  quantities  to  milch  cows,  or  the  flavor  of  the  milk  will  be 
disagreeably  affected.  We  earnestly  recommend  that  farmers  in- 
crease their  sowings  largely,  for  we  are  sure  the  crop  will  prove 
remunerative  for  stock  feeding  as  well  as  for  table  use  when  the  roots 
are  comparatively  small. 

Both  of  these  wholesome  vegetables  are  very  easily  affected  in 
their  form  and  flavor,  by  soil,  climate,  and  mode  of  culture.  The 
Turnip  plant  is  distinguished  from  the  Ruta  Baga  by  its  rougher 
leaves;  the  root  usually  matures  earlier  and  is  smoother  and  more 
symmetrical.  There  are  a great  many  varieties,  but  our  list  com- 
prises the  best  for  the  garden  and  farm. 

For  summer  use  sow  early  in  spring  in  light,  rich,  or  new  soil,  in 
drills  one  and  one-half  to  two  feet  apart  according  to  the  size  of  the 
variety  and  cover  one-half  inch  deep,  or  sow  broadcast,  but  in  either 
case  be  sure  to  have  the  ground  rich  and  freshly  stirred.  Thin  early 
and  keep  free  from  weeds  so  that  the  young  plants  will  not  be  checked 
in  growth.  Any  overcrowding  will  result  in  rough  and  poorly  flavored 
roots.  It  is  important  to  get  the  spring  and  summer  crop  started  very 
early  so  that  the  turnips  may  have  time  to  grow  to  sufficient  size 
before  hot  weather  causes  them  to  become  tough  and  bitter. 

In  the  middle  and  western  States  sow  for  fall  and  main  crop  from 
the  middle  of  June  to  the  first  of  August  and  in  the  manner  given 
for  spring  sowing.  In  the  field,  turnips  are  often  sown  broadcast, 
though  in  most  cases  better  results  are  obtained  by  drill  culture;  good 
results  from  broadcast  sowing  are  often  obtained  on  new  and  burned 
over  land  where  the  weeds  are  not  likely  to  be  troublesome. 

Similar  to  Extra  Early  white  ex- 
cept that  the  roots  are  a little 
flatter  and  an  attractive  purple-red  on  the  upper  portion.  Well 
adapted  for  forcing.  All  in  all,  the  Milan  turnips  leave  nothing  more 
to  be  desired  in  the  way  of  an  extra  early  garden  turnip.  Giant  Pkt. 

10c;  Oz.  15c;  i/4  Lb.  40c. 

Early  Purple  Top,  Strap  Leaved  £a”F variety,  sier? 

extensively  used  for  the  table.  The  leaves  are  few,  entire,  upright 
in  growth.  The  roots  are  flat,  of  medium  size,  purple,  or  dark  red 
above  ground,  white  below.  The  flesh  is  white,  fine  grained,  and 
tender.  Roots  when  in  best  condition  for  table  use  are  about  two 
and  one-half  inches  in  diameter,  but  can  be  grown  much  larger  for 
stock  feeding.  This  sort  is.  also  known  as  Early  Red  Top,  Strap 
Leaved.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  30c. 


Extra  Early  Purple  Top 


Purple  Top  White  Globe 


Purple  Top  White  Globe 

variety  is  globular 
in  shape,  of  good  size  and  very  attractive  appearance. 
The  roots  are  large,  purple,  or  dark  red  above  ground, 
white  below.  The  flesh  is  white,  fine  grained,  and  tender. 
The  roots  when  in  best  condition  for  the  table  are  about 
three  inches  in  diameter,  but  can  be  grown  much  larger 
for  stock  feeding.  This  sort  keeps  well  for  so  early  a 
variety  and  is  one  of  the  best  for  market  use.  It  is  also 
known  as  Red  Top  White  Globe.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c; 
*4  Lb.  30c. 

Cow  Horn  or  Long  White  ™sr  wfftrj,etexcept 

a little  shade  of  green  at  the  top  of  the  root,  which  is 
long  and  carrot-like  in  form,  cylindrical  but  usually  ending 
in  a point,  and  slightly  crooked.  The  roots  are  often 
twelve  to  fifteen  inches  long  by  about  two  and  one-half 
inches  in  diameter  and  grow  about  three  inches  out  of 
the  ground.  The  flesh  is  fine  grained  and  well  flavored, 
and  for  table  use  is  in  best  condition  when  roots  are  about 
two  inches  in  diameter.  Desirable  for  stock  feeding  and 
has  obtained  considerable  favor  as  a market  sort.  The 
variety  is  of  very  rapid  growth  and  well  adapted  for  fall 
and  early  winter  use.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  % Lb.  30c. 


C ______  •T*_1_  This  sort  is  cultivated  extensively  in  the 

JcVcll  A Op  South  for  the  tops  which  are  used  for 
greens.  In  many  sections  it  is  a favorite  green  feed  for 
stock  and  its  use  like  Rape  for  a pasture  crop  is  quite  gen- 
eral. This  sort  is  very  hardy  and  the  growth  usually  con- 
tinues throughout  the  winter.  The  variety  is  not  generally 
depended  on  for  the  root  since  the  tops  are  produced  so 
abundantly.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  40c. 

Large  Amber  Globe  fleShed°vartieLsb|rtowr"^ 

ally  for  stock  feeding.  The  roots  are  of  large  size  and 
of  globular  shape.  The  skin  is  clear  yellow  except  the 
top  which  is  tinged  with  green.  The  flesh  is  light  yellow, 
fine  gi-ained,  and  sweet.  The  variety  keeps  well  and  is  a 
good  cropper.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c;  *4  Lb.  30c. 


O Kacra  A straln  of  Purple  Top  Yellow  ruta 

l\ula  Daga  Gf  American  origin,  selected  to  a smaller 

American  Purple  Top  or  n°ckanthaTiSh 
Improved  Long  Island  hm"' “more6 *£££ 

lar,  grow  to  a large  size  and  are  of  the  finest  quality. 
Excellent  for  table  use  and  stock  feeding.  We  consider 
this  one  of  the  most  desirable  sorts.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c;  Lb.  30c. 


StisiiTJplanT  makes  a wonder  garden, 


32 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


• O 1 Pi  ■ ■ The  necessity  for  changing  seed  often  is  universally  admitted 

1T^ 01*1  /M*  t iHPQ  by  a11  well-posted  growers,  especially  when  the  best  seed  can 

tkJULJd  lUI  tJCtU  1 ULCliU^O  be  had  at  so  little  additional  outlay.  Owing  to  perishable  nature 
of  seed  potatoes  and  market  fluctuations,  ask  for  firm  prices  when  interested.  We  make  a specialty  of  Genuine  Seed 
Potatoes  and  handle  annually  more  than  any  Seed  Establishment  in  our  City,  thereby  are  in  position  to  give  quality  and 
lowest  price. 


rj  TT  nri  Tpi7  Any  good  soil  will  produce  Potatoes,  but 
U L 1 UI\L  a sandy  loam  is  best.  Make  furrows  of 
good  depth,  3 feet  apart,  drop  the  cut-seed  pieces  about 
8 or  10  inches  apart.  If  grown  in  hills,  one  or  two  pieces 
of  potatoes,  containing  one  or  more  eyes  in  each  piece,  are 
placed  in  each  hill,  which  are  made  3 feet  apart  each  way. 
Cover  the  seed  four  inches,  but  not  so  deep  in  wet,  cold 
land.  When  the  sprouts  appear,  cultivate  and  hoe  to  keep 
the  soil  free  and  clear  of  weeds.  As  the  vines  increase, 
draw  earth  around  them,  forming  a slight  ridge.  Just  as 
soon  as  the  bugs  appear  use  Paris  green.  One  peck  will 


plant  about  100  feet  of  row,  or  100  hills.  Ten  bushels  are 
required  to  plant  an  acre. 

By  planting  Our  Northern  Grown  Seed  you  are  assured 
of  Early  Maturity,  Increased  Yield  and  a Vigorous  Growth. 
To  produce  healthy  stock  we  use  first-class  potato  land, 
nothing  but  pure,  well-matured,  good-sized  seed.  The  seed 
potatoes  are  very  carefully  handled  when  digging  and  bar- 
reling, that  they  may  not  be  bruised  or  otherwise  injured. 
Our  seed  potato  stocks  should  not  be  compared  with  pota- 
toes picked  up  oh  the  market,  named  at  a guess,  and  sold 
for  seed. 


M.  G.  Seed  Co's. 

rv  r,  i.  Early  Ohio  is 
UaKOla  fully  two  weeks 
ahead  of  the  Early  Rose, 
and  is  a general  favorite 
with  potato  growers  and 
marketmen  alike,  and  is 
the  most  profitable  Potato 
they  can  possibly  grow.  The 
sprouts  are  very  strong,  the 
vines  grow  erect  and  are 
easy  to  cultivate.  Matur- 
ing early,  it  brings  the 
highest  prices,  and  the  land 
can  be  used  for  another 
crop  after  it;  does  well  on 
any  soil  suitable  for  Pota- 
toes. The  tubers  grow  com- 
pact in  the  hill,  are  easily 
dug — nearly  every  Potato 
is  of  marketable  size;  has 
few  eyes,  which  are  even 
with  the  surface.  With 
heavy  manuring,  close 
planting,  and  good  culture, 
a very  large  and  profitable 
crop  can  be  expected.  Cooks 
dry  and  mealy. 

Farlv  **  *s  fr°m  seven 
dt  to  ten  days  ear- 
than  the 
and 

that  often  means  a differ- 
ence of  many  dollars  in  the 
crop.  The  Potato  is  good 
size.  Skin  is  red,  flesh  is 
very  white  and  firm.  It  is 
productive. 

Form  oval  and 
round;  skin  lightly 

Cnhhlpr  netted-  creamy 
'-'uuulcr  white  and  hav- 
ing few  eyes,  which  are  quite  shallow — some  even  with  the 
surface.  Flesh  pure  white  and  of  the  finest  quality — not  ex- 
ceeded by  any  early  variety.  Keeps  perfect  until  spring, 
when  it  starts  large,  strong,  and  vigorous  sprouts.  Its 
strong  growth,  earliness,  uniformity,  large  yield,  fine  qual- 
ity, and  very  handsome  appearance  have  brought  the 
Extra  Early  Cobbler  right  to  the  front  as  a profitable 
variety  for  market  or  home  use. 


Irish  Cobbler 


* tu  ic  n KXCLya 

Triumph  o"  - ^ 


Irish 


Early  unio 


True  Early  Rose 


Six  Weeks 


The  Early  Rose  is  the  old  stand- 
ard early  potato;  rosy  blush  skin, 
white  flesh;  productive,  and  of  excellent  flavor;  a fine 
keeper. 

One  of  the  best  of  the  extra-early  varie- 
ties and  is  very  popular  with  the  large 
potato  growers  on  Long  Island.  The  tubers  in  shape  are 
“round-oblong”;  skin  white  and  smooth;  shallow  eyes;  the 
flavor  is  excellent  and  the  flesh  is  always  dry  and  mealy. 

Beauty  of  Hebron  ^er,rarr^„InJnaa,  I 

Early  Rose,  which  it  resembles  but  frequently  exceeds  in 
productiveness  and  excellence  for  table  use,  either  baked 
or  boiled. 

Size  medium  to  large;  thick  and 
sfightly  flattened,  a good  tuber,  be- 
ing nearly  five  inches  long,  three  and  a half  inches  broad, 
and  one  and  a half  inches  in  thickness;  color  of  skin  very 
pale,  nearly  white;  eyes  few. 

Enormously  prolific,  averaging 
nearly  a pound  apiece;  very  uniform 
in  shape,  white  skinned,  few  and  shallow  eyes;  flesh  snow- 
white  and  of  exceptionally  fine  cooking  qualities. 

A medium  early  variety  of  fine  quality 
and  appearance;  large,  oblong,  uniform 
sized  tubers,  remarkably  productive. 


Hoosier  Boy 


The  vines  are  wonderfully  vigorous, 
nearly  blight  and  insect  proof,  quite 
stiffly  erect,  and  the  tubers  lie  closely  together  in  the  hill. 
Abundant  deep  green  foliage,  capable  of  withstanding  heat 
and  drought.  The  tubers  are  handsome,  oblong,  thick,  and 
round  in  form,  holding  thickness  well  out  to  the  ends;  few 
and  shallow  eyes;  skin  pure  white,  quite  thin,  but  firm  and 
tough,  readily  pared  with  a minimum  of  waste,  while  the 
table  quality  is  of  the  choicest,  the  flesh  being  pure  white, 
dry  and  floury. 

Selected  Seed  Potatoes  in  the  above  list  of  standard  va- 
rieties, to  be  shipped  by  express  or  freight  at  purchaser’s 
expense. 


SEED  SWEET  POTATOES 


Carman  No.  1 


Carman  No.  3 


White  Star 


New  Jersey 
Grown  — Care- 
fully dug,  handled  and  stored  over  winter  for  us,  expressly 
for  sprouting  purposes.  The  seed  stocks  are  selected  from 
the  most  perfect  and  prolific  hills  at  the  time  of  digging. 
We  have  been  selling  this  stock,  and  find  the  potatoes 
much  dryer  and  sweeter  than  those  grown  from  Ohio  or 
Western  grown  seed.  We  repack  before  shipping,  but  we 
wish  it  distinctly  understood  that  customers  take  all  risks 
after  we  deliver  in  good  condition  to  express  or  railroad 
company  here.  We  book  orders  at  any  time,  but  do  not 
ship  until  about  planting  time.  Hampers,  1 bu.  Order 
early. 

Yellow  and  Red  Jersey,  Red  Bermuda  and  Southern 
Queen,  also  Nancy  Hall.  Write  for  prices.  Ready  fo» 
shipment  about  April  1st. 


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A DESCRIPTIVE  LIST  OF  CHOICE 


WITH  GENERAL  DIRECTIONS  FOR  CULTIVATION 


MOST  flowering  plants  will  live  in  almost  any 
soil,  but  to  give  them  a fair  chance  to  develop, 
some  care  should  be  taken  to  make  the  ground 
suited  to  their  needs.  The  soil  best  adapted  for 
flowering  plants  generally  is  a light,  friable  loam, 
containing  a sufficient  amount  of  sand  to  render 
it  porous.  Many  flowers  are  better  if  produced  on 
plants  of  vigorous  growth,  hence  a portion  of  the 
garden  should  be  prepared  by  deep  digging,  thorough 
pulverization  and  liberal  enriching  with  large  quanti- 
ties of  well-rotted  manure.  Since  some  other  varie- 
ties produce  the  largest  and  finest  colored  flowers 
when  grown  on  rather  light,  poor  soil,  a portion  of 
the  garden  should  not  be  enriched. 

Cultural  directions  are  given  on  the  packets,  and 
we  urge  purchasers  to  study  them  carefully.  While 
some  seeds  need  special  treatment,  the  following 


general  rules ' will  apply  to  all.  Make  the  surface 
of  the  soil  as  fine,  smooth,  and  level  as  possible;  do 
not  plant  when  the  ground  is  wet;  cover  each  lot  of 
seeds  to  a uniform  depth,  which  should  not  be  more 
than  four  to  six  times  the  diameter  of  the  seed; 
press  the  soil  firmly  over  the  seed;  plant  in  rows 
so  that  the  starting  plants  can  be  seen  easily;  thin 
out  the  young  plants  to  prevent  crowding,  and  keep 
entirely  free  from  weeds. 

Plants  are  usually  divided  into  three  classes, 
Annuals,  Biennials,  and  Perennials.  Annuals  are 
plants  which  normally  live  but  a single  season. 
Biennials  are  plants  living  two  years;  particularly 
those  which  do  not  bear  flowers  and  fruit  until  the 
second  season.  Perennials  tend  to  live  from  year 
to  year. 


ALL  FLOWER  SEEDS  IN  PACKETS  SENT  POSTPAID  ON  RECEIPT  OF  PRICE. 


ACROCLINIUM 


A very  pretty, 
hardy  annual  producing 
white  and  »*ose  colored,  double  daisy-like  flowers,  about  one 
and  one-half  inches  in  diameter.  These  are  “Immortelles” 
bo  desirable  for  wreaths  and  winter  bouquets. 


Album.  Pure  White 
Roseum.  Light  Rose 
Mixed 


Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


A r*  170  ATI  TIWI  A beautiful,  hardy  annual  of  neat 
/AVJLilIXrt  i 1“1  bushy  habit.  The  attractive  feathery 
flowers  borne  in  dense  clusters  are  very  useful  for  bouquets. 
Very  desirable  for  outdoor  bedding  and  borders,  being  cov- 
ered with  bloom  nearly  all  summer. 

Mexicanum.  Light  blue;  about  two  feet  high. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Imperial  Dwarf  White.  Height  ten  inches.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Tom  Thumb  Dwarf  Blue.  For  edging. .....  Giant  Pkt.  10c, 

Mixed.  Seeds  of  the  above  varieties  mixed. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


A I YQQI  Tft/f  The  annual  varieties  can  be  grown  very 
AL  I JJ  U 1V1  readily  either  outdoors  or  in  the  house 
and  by  cutting  back  the  plants  properly  an  almost  constant 
succession  of  bloom  may  be  had.  Seed  can  be  sown  in  open 
ground  very  early  in  spring,  or  may  also  be  sown  outdoors 
in  fall. 

Sweet.  (Maritmum)  Usually  not  over  eight  inches  high, 

but  spreading  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Little  Gem.  (Maritmum  Com  pactum,  Carpet  of  Snow) 
The  plants  grow  about  six  inches  high.  Hardy  annual. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


AMARANTHUS 


These  plants  afford  brilliant 
contrasts  of  color,  being  useful 
for  tall  borders,  groups,  and  foliage  effects.  The  leaves 
and  stems  are  of  different  shades  of  red,  blended  usually 
with  green;  two  to  three  feet  high. 

Melaneholicus  ruber.  Deep  coppery  red  foliage;  very  hardy 

annual  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Tricolor.  Known  as  “Joseph’s  Coat.”  Especially  brilliant 
if  grown  in  rather  poor  soil ....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Coronaria  (Wind  Flower)  Among  the 
rAJ  lllilVlwlx  E-  earliest  of  spring  flowers.  They  are 
about  two  inches  across,  with  blue  stamens,  resemble  the 
single  poppy  in  shape  and  come  in  several  shades  of  color. 
The  foliage"  is  deeply  cut. 

Single  Mixed.  Hardy  perennial;  outdoors  about  six  Inches 
high  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

APARIC  Among  the  earliest  blooming  plants.  Very 
/HvrVDlihJ  useful  for  rock  work,  edgings,  etc.  Hardy 
procumbent  perennial. 

Alpina.  This  sort  has  small,  pure  white;  cruciform  flowers. 
Leaves  rather  slender,  somewhat  clasping,  small-toothed 
and  pebescent  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


AQPARATI  TC  The  ornamental  varieties  of  aspara- 
r\D!r/\lVr\Vi  gus  are  highly  valued  for  their 

finely  cut  foliage.  Both  the  climbing  and  trailing  sorts 
are  exceptionally  attractive. 

Sprengeri.  (Emerald  Feather)  A most  graceful  house 
plant;  valuable  for  hanging  baskets.  Sprays  three  to 
four  feet  long;  light  green ..Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


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ASTER 

The  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  gar- 
den. The  great  diversity  of  size, 
color,  form,  and  season  of  bloom- 
ing 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  plant- 
ing the  different  strains  and  at 
different  times,  one  may  have  in 
the  latitude  of  Detroit  a constant 
succession  of  bloom  from  the 
last  of  July  till  the  middle  of 
October  without  the  aid  of  a 
greenhouse  or  even  a hotbed. 

Queen  of  the  Market 

Very  desirable  on  account  of  ex- 
treme earliness  as  well  as  pro- 
fuse blooming  and  wide  range 
of  colors.  The  plants  are  of 
somewhat  compact  but  branch- 
ing habit,  about  sixteen  to  eigh- 
teen inches  high,  bearing  on 
long  stems  from  ten  to  fifteen 
finely  formed  double  flowers  of 
medium  size.  Fine  for  cutting 
and  used  extensively  for  grow- 
ing under  glass.  This  class  is 
known  as  Queen  of  the  Earlies. 

White.  Distinctly  early,  double, 

fine  form  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Lavender.  Light  lavender-blue 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Rose.  A fine,  very  early  red 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Light  Blue.  A very  pleasing 

shade  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Deep  Blue.  An  early  and  re- 
liable deep  blue  aster 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed.  Many  pleasing  shades 
and  colors  including  white, 
pink,  rose,  deep  red,  crimson, 
lavender,  light  blue,  and  dark 
blue;  early  blooming  and  very 
floriferous Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Express  Extra  Early 

Acttfifc  Early  flowering  Asters 
c\o  ICIa  0f  great  merit,  not 


only  for  garden  purposes  but  of  Aster,  Giant  Ostrich  heather 

even  more  value  for  early  cut 

flowers;  come  into  bloom  in  the  open  ground  with  us  by  the  middle  of  July.  They  are  the  largest  early  Asters  of  which 
we  know,  flower  3%  to  4 inches  across,  of  double  Comet  type;  splendid  substance  and  long  stems;  plants  healthy  and 
sturdy,  branching  habit;  18  inches  high;  free  bloomers. 


Dark  Blue  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Rose  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Einest  Mixed.  All  colors.  % Oz.  30c Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

White  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Light  Blue  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


U f7_. „ aL The  finest  type  of  the  Giant 
VJaintll  r earner  Comet,  or  Ostrich  Feather  Asters. 
Much  larger  than  the  Giant  Comet,  the  pedals  longer,  more 
curled  and  twisted,  and  produced  in  greater  abundance. 
Borne  on  long  stem. 


Crimson 
Light  Blue 

Pink  

Rose  ...... 

Dark  Blue 
White  


Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


A Plants  2 to  3 feet  high,  branch- 

American  Beauty  ing  habit,  blooming  early  in 

September  and  lasting  until  killed  by  the  frost.  Flowers 
borne  on  large  stems  18  to  24  inches,  making  them  one  of 
the  most  desirable  sorts.  r 


C - ,.-,1  - > A class  of  very  strong  grow- 

oempie  S oranCllin§  ing  asters  usually  not  com- 
ing into  bloom  until  the  latter  part  of  August,  but 
producing  on  very  long  stems  the  full  petalled,  exception- 
ally large  double  blossoms  of  fine  form.  The  plants  are 
distinctly  branching  in  habit  of  growth  and  are  about 
two  feet  high.  For  many  years  this  class  with  us  has  been 
almost  entirely  free  from  the  aster  blight. 

White.  Pure  white,,  very  attractive Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mary  Semple.  Flesh  pink.  A very  light  and  charming 

shade  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Light  Pink.  A beautiful  light,  pink,  slightly  tinged  with 

rose  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Tyrian  Rose.  Flowers  are  very  attractive  deep  purplish 

rose  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Lavender.  Bright  lavender;  very  large  flowers  of  fine 

form  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Light  Blue.  Flowers  light  bright  blue;  very  large  and 

attractive  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Crimson.  Flowers  bright  deep  crimson,  tinged  with  car- 
mine   Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Purple.  Flowers  are  very  deep  purplish  blue:  rich  and 

pleasing  shades  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Semple’s  Mixed.  A superb  mixture  of  all  the  shades  and 

colors,  found  in  the  Semple’s  class  of  late  branching 
asters  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Red,  White,  Blue,  Pink,  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Actorc  Mamm°th  Flowering  Branching  Comets.  Plants 
Ida  2 to  3 feet  high,  bearing  a large  quantity  of 
fine  comet  flowers,  extra  large,  double.  We  consider  this 
the  leading  late  sort. 


Aster,  Finest  Mixed  sAtraST„ae  color,. S?S 

can  be  made  more  attractive  by  pulling  up  the  early 
plants  as  soon  as  they  are  out  of  bloom ...  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Bachelor’s  Button — (See  CENTAUREA). 


Red,  White,  Blue,  Pink,  Mixed 


Giant  Pkt.  10c.  Baby’s  Breath — (See  GYPSOPHLLA). 


No  Flower  Garden  complete  without  a few  Asters. 


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Rallnrm  (Cardiospermum  halieacabum)  A favorite  with 

uaiiiUUH  V 1AIC  children,  being  remarkable  for  its  inflated  mem- 
branous capsules  containing  the  seed.  It  is  sometimes  called  “Love- 
in-a-Puff.”  A rapid  and  graceful  climber.  Flowers  small,  white. 
The  round,  black  seed  is  marked  with  a white,  heart-shaped  spot. 

Tender  annual;  six  feet  high.. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


| J 1 (Iinpaiiens  Balsamina)  Known  also  as  Lady 

OaISamKliPPer-  The  brilliantly  colored,  double  rose-like 
flowers  of  this  well-known  border  and  bedding 
annual  are  thickly  set  along  the  branches  of  the  erect,  bushy  plants. 
The  dainty  individual  flowers,  often  two  inches  across,  are  borne  on 
very  short  stems  and  when  cut  they  show  to  best  advantage  floating 
in  a.  dish  of  water.  The  colors  range  from  white  to  dark  purple,  and 
are  either  self-colored  or  spotted  and  striped. 

Hardy  annual;  one  to  two  feet  high. 

Double  Camelia,  extra  fine  mixed.  As  double  as  a camelia,  which 
this  variety  resembles;  white  blotched  with  various  colors....... 

.Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Double  Mixed.  About  two  feet  high ....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Dwarf  Double  Mixed.  About  one  foot  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


P • Very  desirable  for  pot  culture  or  for  bedding  out 

in  partially  shaded  locations.  Suitable  also  for 
window  boxes.  Some  varieties  are  grown  for 
their  foliage,  but  most  sorts,  when  given  proper  care,  produce  abun- 
dantly large  clusters  of  brilliantly  beautiful  wax-like  flowers  of  fine 
form  and  substance. 

Tender  perennial,  blooming  the  first  year  if  started  early,  one 
foot  high. 

Robusta  Perfecta.  Plants  are  of  robust,  campact  habit;  dark  green 

foliage  and  brilliant,  double,  cinnabar-scarlet  flowers 

Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Single  Mixed.  The  seed  we  offer  will  produce  the  finest  single  flowers 
in  various  shades  ranging  from  white  to  deep  red.. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Double  Mixed.  The  largest  and  best  double  flowers,  including  shades 

of  pink,  red,  scarlet,  and  light  yellow ....Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Vernon  (Semperflorens  atropurpurea) . Flowers  brilliant,  rich  red, 
set  off  perfectly  by  the  abundant,  glossy  green  leaves,  which  are 
broadly  margined  with  bronze  and  purple.  Hardy  and  floriferous; 

the  best  of  the  semperflorens  class.. .....Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Semperflorens  alba.  A very  useful  variety;  well  adapted  for  house  or 
outdoor  culture.  Plants  of  compact  dwarf  habit,  and  under  proper 
treatment  almost  continuous  bloomers.  Easily  grown;  flowers  very 

attractive  blush  white .Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Semperflorens  rosea.  Like  Semperflorens  alba,  except  flowers  are 

rose  colored  .....Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Rex.  Ornamental  leaved  varieties.  Leaves  very  large,  and  are  either 
a rich  crimson  tinted  bronze,  or  emerald  hued,  having  the  upper 
surface  zoned  or  spotted  with  silvery  white.  Finest  mixed...... 

Giant  Pkt.  25c 

For  Begonia  Bulbs,  see  BULBS  and  ROOTS,  page  58. 

Beilis— (See  DAISY). 


BIGNONIA  RADICANS  &2T5  ' 


Trumpet 

Balsam  mxniviun  Vine)  One  of  the  most  showy, 

certainly  one  of  the  best  hardy,  deciduous  flowering  climbers  for 
covering  verandas,  arbors,  trunks  of  trees,  old  walls,  etc.  Vines 
should  be  moderately  pruned  and  well  trained  so  as  to  afford  a good  circulation  of  air,  thus  insuring  a more  and  bet- 
ter bloom.  The  flowers  produced  in  clusters  are  trumpet  shaped,  two  to  three  inches  long,  and  of  orange-red  color. 
The  foliage  is  very  attractive  and  unusually  free  from  insects.  It  not  only  is  one  of  the  best  climbers,  but  planted 
on  the  lawn  makes  a pretty  bush  of  dropping  habit,  if  the  tops  are  cut  back.  Hardy  perennial,  often  growing 
thirty  feet  Giant  Pkt.  lOe. 


Butterfly  Flowers— (See  SCHIZANTHUS). 


PA!  pCAf  ARIA  A much  admired  genus  distin- 
V.iiLiV/EiwLi/\I\lri  guished  by  its  abundance  of 
large,  showy,  sac-shaped  or  slipper-like  flowers  which  are 
creamy  white  and  various  shades  of  yellow,  often  splashed, 
spotted,  or  blotched  with  dark  reddish-brown,  two  plants 
rarely  having  flowers  marked  exactly  alike.  Leaves  large, 
felty,  close-growing.  Under  proper  conditions  can  be 
grown  indoors  to  perfection,  making  an  exceedingly  deco- 
rative plant.  Herbaceous  , annuals  or  shrubby  evergreen 
perennials. 

Hybrida  Grandiflora.  Large  self-colored  flowers. 

Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

Hybrida  Tigrina.  Flowers  beautiful  spotted  . Giant  Pkt.  25c. 
Finest  Hybrids  Mixed.  Seeds  saved  from  only  the  most 

perfect  flowers;  all  desirable ....Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

California  Poppy— (See  ESCHSCHOLTZIA) . 

Calendula— (Se©  MARIGOLD). 


CALLIOPSIS  or  COREOPSIS 

bedding  or  borders,  producing  in  great  profusion  for  a 
long  time,  flowers  which  are  bright  yellow  and  rich  brown, 
self-colored  or  with  these,  colors  and  red  contrasted. 

Coreopsis  Tinctoria.  A very  hardy  and  easily  grown 
annual,  producing  an  abundance  of  brilliantly 
colored  single  ray  flowers  with  dark  center.  The 


flowers,  which  are  about  one  and  one-half  inches 
across,  vary  from  clear  yellow  to  deep  rich  brown, 
the  two  colors  often  being  beautifully  contrasted 
in  the  same  blossom.  Long,  graceful  stems  and 
very  desirable  for  decorative  purposes.  The  tall, 
slender  habit  of  growth  makes  neat  staking  desir- 
able for  best  results.  Height  of  plants,  two  to 
three  feet.  Fine  mixed.... ...Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Golden  Ray.  This  dwarf  variety  forms  compact  plants 
covered  with  singularly  attractive  flowers  of  rich 
maroon  edged  with  golden  yellow.  The  petals  are 
rather  narrow  and  are  often  twisted,  giving  the 
flowers  a star-like  appearance.  Hardy  annual, 
six  to  eight  inches  high,  well  adapted  for  edg- 
ings  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Laneeolata  Grandiflora.  A very  hardy  perennial  bloom- 
ing the  first  year  and  producing  on  long  stems  a 
succession  of  rich  bright  yellow  flowers  two  to 
three  inches  across.  Very  valuable  for  cutting. 
About  two  feet  high..... Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Campanula— (See  CANTERBURY  BELL). 

Canary  Bird  Flower  £1Z<T" 

small,  curiously  shaped,  canary  colored  blossoms  and  at- 
tractive palmate  leaves.  Tender  annual;  height,  ten  to 

twenty  feet Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


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Cannas. 


1 - (Iveris)  Showy,  branching  plants 

| Tlfl  Villi  1*  twelve  to  fifteen  inches  high  and 
*V1. Jf  v bearing-  in  profusion  terminal 

clusters  of  beautiful  single  cruciform  flowers  in  a wide 
range  of  colors.  Considered  indispensable  for  cutting  and 
very  effective  in  beds,  masses  or  rockeries.  Hardy  annual. 


Tender  annual  in  the  open  ground,  or  tender  perennial 
in  the  greenhouse. 

Finest  Large  Flowering  Mixed.  Plants  comparatively 

dwarf,  about  three  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Lilac.  Shading  to  light  purple Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

White  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Giant  Hyacinth.  Extra  white  trusses;  much  better 

than  the  common  white  variety Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Fragrant.  Flowers  white,  fragrant;  foliage  finely 

cut  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Purple.  A rich  dark  shade.. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Rose  Carmine.  Compact  habit Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Fine  Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Panna  Stately,  very  ornamental  plants  of  semi-tropi- 
x-'dlJIld  cai  appearance,  very  desirable  for  groups  and 
in  masses.  Plants  branching  from  the  roots,  with  very 
large,  broad  leaves,  producing  clusters  of  large  flowers  of 
varied  and  brilliant  colors  from  August  until  cut  down  by 
frost. 


Carnations 


B 1 11  (Campanula  medium) 

Canterbury  Bell 

plants  of  stately  branching  growth  and  profuse  bloom  for 
beds  and  backgrounds.  They  produce  long  racemes  of 
strikingly  effective  bell-shaped  or  saucer-shaped  flowers  of 
rich  color.  Leaves  sessile,  lanceolate.  Usually  grown  as  a 
hardy  biennial,  but  if  seed  is  sown  very  early  indoors  it 
may  be  treated  as  a tender  annual. 


Double  White  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Blue.  Shades  of  blue  and  purple.  . .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Single  Mixed.  Colors  white,  and  various  shades  of 

violet,  rose,  lilac,  and  blue Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Calycanthema  Mixed.  Large  single  flowers,  white, 
lilac,  rose,  and  purple.  Known  as  “Cup  and 
Saucer”  plant,  the  calyx  forming  a cup  round  the 
base  of  the  bell Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Carpet  of  Snow — (See  ALYSSUM). 


Carnation 


(Dianthus  Caryophyllus)  “Carna- 
tion,” “Pink,”  “Clove  Pink,” 
“Florists’  Pink,”  are  names  ap- 
plied by  different  people  to  the  same  or  fo  different  plants 
of  several  species  as  well  as  to  hybrids  between  them.  They 
are  easily  grown  from  seed  and  very  free  blooming,  the 
flow'ers  being  bright  colored  and  with  most  delicious  clove- 
like fragrance. 


Some  varieties  are  best  adapted  for  pot  culture  and 
make  fine  house  plants;  others  do  best  in  beds  in  the  open 
ground.  The  improved  varieties  we  offer  are  suitable  also 
for  cutting.  They  produce  very  double,  semi-circular 
blooms  with  thick  wax-like  petals  and  long  pod-like  calyx. 
The  plants  are  branching  but  compact  and  erect,  with 
slender,  blush  green  foliage.  The  bursting  of  the  calyx  may 
be  prevented  by  using  ashes  or  some  form  of  potash. 
Where  size  and  quality  of  flowers  are  desired,  rather  than 
profusion  of  bloom,  all  except  the  terminal  buds  should  be 
removed.  This  is  the  method  employed  by  florists  to 
obtain  the  larger  longer-stemmed  beauties.  Half  hardy 
perennial,  usually  treated  as  a biennial. 


Large  Flowering  Carnations  Best  Suited 
For  Pot  Culture 

The  choicest  varieties  sold  by  florists  are  propagated 
from  cuttings,  but  very  beautiful  double  flowers  just  as 
good  in  form  and  more  fragrant,  although  not  as  large, 
can  be  produced  from  the  seed  we  offer. 

Double  Perpetual  Flowered  Mixed.  An  exceedingly 
beautiful  variety  producing  very  double  flowers  of 
various  shades  and  colors.  Plants  closely  branched 
and  very  symmetrical.  Seed  saved  from  choicest 

double  flowers  Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Marguerite  Finest  Mixed.  The  plants  of  this  wonder- 
fully fine  strain  may  be  made  to  bloom  in  four 
months.  Flowers  large,  double,  deeply  fringed, 
very  fragrant  and  appear  in  very  attractive  shades 
of  color.  Plants  semi-dwarf.  One  of  the  best  car- 
nations in  cultivation.  Especially  desirable  for 
bedding  as  an  annual  and  for  cutting.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Order  a few  named  Gladiolus  bulbs  also. 


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Castor  Bean 


(Rieinus)  Tall  majestic 
plants  for  lawns  or  drive- 
ways; with  broad,  beauti- 
fully lobed,  palm-like  leaves  of  glossy  green,  brown,  or 
bronzed  metallic  hue  and  long  spikes  of  scarlet,  or  of 
green,  prickly  seed  pods.  Makes  rapid,  vigorous  growth 
In  rich  soil.  Seed  beautiful  striped  or  mottled.  Tender 
annual;  six  to  fifteen  feet  high. 


Zanzibariensis.  Wonderfully  vigorous,  from  ten  to  fifteen 
feet  high.  Leaves  have  a brilliant  luster,  measuring 
about  thirty  inches  across,  ranging  in  color  from  bright 
green  to  deep  bronze.  Seed  very  large,  oval.  Mixed 
varieties Giant  Pkt.  10c 


Sanguineus.  . (Tricolor)  Blood  red  stalks  with  red  ve- 
nation in  leaves;  height  about  six  feet... Giant  Pkt.  10c 
Castor  Bean,  Mixed.  A desirable  mixture  of  all  the  named 
varieties .Giant  Pkt.  10c 


Celosia 


An  odd  and  picturesque  class  of  plants 
having  colored  foliage  and  in  which  the 
innumerable  small  flower  and  seed  ves- 
sels together  with  their  supports  form  a very  brilliant 
colored  mass,  sometimes  gracefully  arranged  like  plumes 
and  sometimes  more  dense,  being  corrugated  and  frilled 
at  the  edge  like  a cock’s  comb.  They  form  the  gayest 
possible  decoration  in  beds  and  borders,  retaining  their 
brilliant  coloring,  often  from  midsummer  until  frost.  The 
red  Cristata  sorts  are  sometimes  cut  before  fully  ripe  and 
dried  in  the  house  for  winter  bouquets. 

Half  hardy  annuals. 


Pyramid  Alis  Plumosa,  Mixed.  Plants  pyramidal,  branch- 
ing. two  or  more  feet  high,  covered  with  long,  bril- 
liantly colored  and  gracefully  formed  plumes  in  red, 
yellow,  or  violet.  An  excellent  mixture  of  plumosa  or 
feathered  celosias Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Variegated.  A cristata  strain  between  the  plumosa  and 
the  dwarf  cockscomb  types.  The  plumes  are  broadened 
at  the  top,  variegated  and  striped  in  red  and  yellow. 
Height  one  and  one-half  to  two  feet. ..  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Giant  Empress.  This  beautiful  dwarf  plant  has  bronze 
leaves  and  forms  very  large  crimson  combs.  Height 
about  one  foot Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Centaurea 


Centaureas  embrace  some  foliage 
plants  but  are  more  generally 
known  for  their  hardy  flowering 
annuals  which  include  some  of  our  most  graceful  and 
showy  garden  flowers  that  have  long  been  favorites  for 
cutting.  The  tall  slender  straight  or  slightly  branching 
plants  with  narrow  leaves  thrive  well  in  common  garden 
soil.  They  produce  bright  colored  single  and  double  heads 
of  flowers  on  long  graceful  stems  and  some  sorts  are  fra- 
grant. 


Annual  Varieties  Cultivated  for  Their 
Flowers 

Cyanus.  (Single  Mixed.)  (Corn  Flower)  A well-known 
hardy  border  plant,  also  called  “blue  bottle”  and  “rag- 
ged sailor,”  which  does  best  in  carefully  prepared  grav- 
elly soil.  Hardy  annual;  plant  one  to  two  feet  high. 
Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Cyanus.  (Double  Mixed.)  (Bachelor’s  Button)  Produces 
larger,  more  globular  flower-heads  than  the  common 
variety  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Odorata.  (Sweet  Sultan)  An  old-fashioned  hardy  annual 
about  eighteen  inches  high,  with  long-stemmed,  sweet 
scented,  light  purple  flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Marguerite.  A most  desirable,  sweet  scented  Centaurea, 
producing  on  long  stems  finely  laciniated  white  flowers, 
about  as  large  as  a carnation,  and  which  remain  fresh 
and  beautiful  for  a long  time  after  cutting.  Hardy  an- 
nual; about  eighteen  inches  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

fmperialis  Mixed.  An  excellent  sweet  scented  variety,  also 
called  Sweet  Sultan.  The  flowers  are  finely  laciniated 
and  are  about  the  size  of  a carnation.  They  have  long 
stems  and  keep  well  after  cutting.  Colors  range  through 


white,  rose,  lilac,  purple,  and  yellow.  Hardy  annual; 
about  eighteen  inches  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Perennial  Varieties  Cultivated  for  Foliage 

Gymnocrapa.  This  is  also  called  Dusty  Miller.  Valuable 
because  of  its  finely  cut  silver  gray  foliage  and  graceful 
drooping  habit  of  growth.  Half  hardy  perennial;  one 
and  one-half  to  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

/""'ll  - 1 These  outdoor 

Chrysanthemum  —£•  cTr; 

showy  and  effective  for  bedding  or  borders  in  the  garden 
and  desirable  for  cut  flowers.  Plants  become  more  bushy 
and  shapely  if  pinched  back  in  early  growth  and  the  prac- 
tice of  disbudding  will  result  in  much  larger  flowers. 
These  annuals  are  not  the  winter  flowering  sorts  sold  by 
the  florists  and  which  are  propagated  only  by  division  of 
roots. 


Height  one  and  one-half  to  two  feet. 

Mixed.  The  choicest  Carinatum  and  Coronarium  varieties, 

both  single  and  double Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Cheiranthus  Cheiri— (See  WALLFLOWER). 

Cheiranthus  Maritimus— (See  VIRGINIAN  STOCK). 


Cineraria 


Cinerarias  are  easily  grown  from 
seed  in  the  greenhouse.  The  large 
heads  of  brilliant  daisy-like  flow- 
ers of  many  colors,  usually  sharply  margined  and  with 
dark  eye,  are  very  desirable  in  pots.  The  plants  are  often 
as  broad  as  high  and  the  velvety  leaves  are  shaded  on  the 
under  side. 


Perennial,  usually  one  to  two  feet  high. 

Maritima  Candidissima.  (Dusty  Miller)  Cultivated  for  its 
handsome,  silvery  white  foliage;  very  ornamental  as  a 
decorative  pot  plant,  or  for  bedding.  Half  hardy,  peren- 
nial, one  to  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Hybrida,  very  dwarf,  mixed.  Large  flowered,  eight  inches 
high.  Blooms  profusely;  many  colors. ..  .Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


PI  ARKTA  Beautiful,  hardy  annuals  with  rose  col- 
ored,  white  and  purple  flowers,  in  delicate 
but  very  brilliant  shades.  The  plants  are  about  one  and 
one-half  to  two  feet  high  and  are  profuse  bloomers. 
Double  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


pi  FIV/fATI^i  Well-known  beautiful  climbers,  much 
^LLlVlrt  i IC  admired  for  their  gracefulness  and  at- 
tractive flowers.  They  are  splendid  for  covering  arbors, 
verandas,  etc.,  as  they  cling  readily. 

Mixed.  Extra  choice,  large  flowering  varieties  with  beauti- 
ful clusters  of  purple  and  white  flowers.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


COBAEA  SCANDENS  climber  with  hand- 
some dark  green  foliage  and  bearing  on  graceful  stems 
large,  bell-shaped  flowers,  green  at  first  but  rapidly  chang- 
ing to  a beautiful  deep  violet-blue.  A wire-netting  trellis 
or  support  for  the  green  profusion  of  tendrils  to  fasten 
upon  is  preferable  to  cords  or  smooth  wire.  A well  estab- 
lished plant,  will  run  about  thirty  feet  in  a season,  cover- 
ing a large  veranda. 

Tender  perennial Giant  Pkt.  5c. 

Cockscomb — (See  CELOSIA). 

Coix  Lachryma — (See  JOB’S  TEARS). 


Centaurea  Cyanus  (Bachelor’s  Button) 


In  selecting  your  list  of  Flowers,  include  some  Chinese  Woolflowers, 


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Giant  Early  Flowering  Cosmos 


Coleus 


Magnificent  ornamental  foliage 
plants  for  house  or  garden  culture. 
The  leaves  are  of  many  shapes,  and 
the  shades  and  colors  are  of  remarkable  beauty. 
Tender  perennial;  plants  about  one  to  two  feet  high. 


Finest  Hybrids  Mixed.  Extra  choice.  .Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


Columbine 


(Aquilegia)  Very  desirable, 
easily  grown,  old-fashioned 
perennials  for  borders, 
forming  large,  permanent  clumps.  Blooms  profusely 
early  in  the  season  and  remains  in  bloom  for  a con- 
siderable period.  The  peculiar  pendant  flowers  are 
exquisitely  formed,  in  various  colors,  often  with  long 
spurs.  The  leaves  are  usually  smooth,  ternately  com- 
pound, with  roundish,  obtusely  lobed  leaflets. 

Hardy  herbaceous  perennials;  two  or  three  feet 
high. 


Califomica  hybrida.  Hardy,  free  blooming,  with  single 

orange,  red  and  yellow  flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Mixed.  Best  and  finest  colors,  including  white, 
shades  of  blue  and  brownish  purple. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Convolvulus  Major— (See  MORNING  GLORY). 


CONVOLVULUS  MINOR  J,® 

Glory)  Dwarf  plants  of  trailing,  branching  habit,  each 
covering  a space  about  two  feet  in  diameter.  At  mid- 
day they  are  completely  covered  with  a mass  of  pure 
white  and  variously  colored  funnel-shaped  blossoms 
which  remain  open  in  clear  weather  until  evening. 

Half  hardy  annual;  abotit  one  foot  high. 

Mixed  Giant  Pkt. 10c. 


Cosmos 


Very  effective  for  autumn  flowering  in 
broad  masses  or  back-grounds.  A hardy 
and  rapid  growing  annual,  forming 
bush-like  plants  with  feathery  green  foliage  four  to  six 
feet  high,  covered  with  large  flowers  somewhat  resembling 
the  single  dahlia.  They  are  gracefully  poised  on  long 
stems  and  very  useful  for  decorative  purposes. 


Double  Cosmos.  At  last  we  have  succeeded  in  obtaining  a 
double  flowering  cosmos  in  the  extra  early^type.  They 
grow  to  the  height  of  about  five  feet,  forming  a perfect 
bush  masked  with  blooom,  bearing  beautiful  double 
flowers  of  good  size  on  long  stems.  They  bloom  in 
seventy  days  from  the  day  seed  is  sown  and  come  about 
seventy-five  per  cent,  double.  Blooming  until  cut  down 
by  frost. 

Colors,  Red,  White,  Pink  and  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


Early  Flowering  Cosmos 

These  early  flowering  strains  are  about  four  feet  high 
and  bloom  profusely  four  to  six  weeks  earlier  than  the 
giant  sorts.  . The  flowers  are  of  good  size;  well  adapted 
to  northern  latitudes. 

Early  Flowering  Red,  Pink  and  White Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Early  Flowering  Mixed.  Includes  white,  bright  red,  and 
rose  colored  flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Giant  Flowering  Sorts 

Hybrida,  Giant  White Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Hybrida,  Giant  Pink  and  Red Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Hybrida,  Giant  Mixed.  Flowers  white  and  in  shades  of 

pink,  rose  and  maroon Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Cucurbita — (See  GOURD). 


Cyclamen 


Well-known  and  universally  ad- 
mired tuberous  rooted  pot  plants 
producing  exceedingly  handsome 
red  and  white  flowers  for  indoor  winter  or  spring  blooming 
In  green  houses  or  window  garden.  The  gracefully  richly 
colored  single  flowers  are  of  distinctive  shape  and  are 
borne  on  stems  of  good  length  for  a long  blooming  season 
well  above  the  beautiful  foliage.  The  glossy  ovate  or 
nearly  round  leaves  are  usually  marbled  or  variegated 
with  white.  Tender  perennial,  one  foot  high. 


Persicum  giganteum,  mixed.  Beautiful  foliage  and  pro- 
fuse bloom;  each  flower  is  two  to  two  and  one-half  Inches 
long.  Very  choice Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


\7IMF  (Impomoea  quamoclit)  A most 
U 1 1 l\LtjJ  V beautiful  rapid  growing  climber 

tvith  delicate  dark  green,  feathery  foliage  and  many  bright 
star-shaped,  scarlet  or  white,  blossoms  which  contrast 
most  effectively  with  the  graceful  foliage.  Planted  by  the 
side  of  veranda,  tree  or  stakes,  and  trained  properly,  there 
is  no  handsomer  climber. 

Tender  annual;  about  fifteen  feet  high. 

Red,  White  and  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


1"X  11*  A favorite  for  autumn  flowering,  blooming 

JIq  nllS  the  first  season  from  seed  if  started  early. 

The  flowers  are  s0  symmetrical  and  perfect 
and  the  range  of  colors  so  wide  and  varied  that  they  will 
always  be  popular  where  display  is  wanted.  Tender  herba- 
ceous perennial,  three  to  four  feet  high.  The  finest  flowers 
imaginable  for  first  year  from  seed. 


Finest  Double  Mixed.  Seeds  saved  from  choicest  double 
flowers,  including  shades  of  red,  pink,  dark  maroon, 
yellow,  white,  etc Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Finest  Single  Mixed.  Will  produce  brilliant  flowers  run- 
ning through  a wide  range  of  striking  colors, 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

For  Dahlia  Roots,  see  BULBS  AND  ROOTS,  pages  54-55. 


T\  • (Beilis  perennis)  Charming  little  plants  for 

llaiCy  edgings  and  borders,  also  used  for  low  beds 
***  J and  rock  work.  The  flowers  of  the  im- 

proved varieties  we  offer  are  borne  above  the  low  clusters 
of  leaves  on  stiff  flower  stalks,  making  them  suitable  for 
bouquets.  With  careful  cultivation  nearly  seventy-five 
per  cent,  are  double.  Leaves  spatulate  or  obovate.  Half 
hardy  perennial,  about  six  inches  high. 

Double  Rose.  (Longfellow)  Finest  strain.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Double  White.  Very  double,  clear  white ...  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Double  Mixed.  Shades  of  rose  and  white. . .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

FI  ATI  IRA  Large  branching  plants  producing  very 
c\  1 large,  handsome,  double,  or  single,  trum- 

pet-shaped blossoms  of  exquisite  fragrance.  Excellent  for 
late  summer  and  autumn  flowering.  Tender  annual;  three 
feet  high. 

Wrighti.  Pure  white  at  the  center  shaded  into  lilac  and 
blue  magnificent  large  single  flowers.  In  warm  latitudes 


can  be  continued  as  a perennial Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Chlorantha,  fl.  pi.  (Humilis  flava)  Large,  usually  double 

yellow,  richly  scented * Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed.  The  above  varieties Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Delphinium — (See  LARKSPUR). 

Dianthus—  (See  PINKS). 


Dianthus  Barbatus — (See  SWEET  WILLIAM). 
Dianthus  Caryophyllus — (See  CARNATION). 
Digitalis— (See  FOXGLOVE). 


One  of  the  latest.  Double  Flowering  Cosmos. 


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Forget-Me-Not 


(Myosotis)  This 
is  a favorite 
old  - fashioned 
flower,  bearing  in  profusion,  especially  in  fall  and 
spring,  clusters  of  dainty  blue  five-petaled  blossoms, 
it  thrives  well  in  the  shade  or  open  border  but 
flourishes  best  in  a moist,  shady  situation. 

Hardy  perennial  but  usually  does  better  If  given 
some  protection  during  winter. 

Alpestris.  Plants  of  compact,  bushy  habit  with  finely 
cut  foliage,  growing  six  to  eight  inches  high. 
Flowers  blue  with  a very  small  yellowish  eye, 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


FOUR  O’CLOCK 


(Marvel  of  Peru,  Mira- 
bilis  Jalapa)  Large  and 
beautiful,  old-fashioned  plants  of  erect  bushy  habit 
which  produce  in  profusion  a succession  of  brilliantly 
colored  tube-shaped  flowers,  that  open  about  four 
o’clock  in  the  afternoon,  remaining  open  all  night  and 
usually  are  closed  before  noon  the  next  day.  The 
flowers  are  red,  white,  yellow,  or  are  striped  and 
blotched  in  shades  of  these  colors.  Very  desirable 
for  borders,  along  a wire  fence,  or  as  the  background 
of  a flower  garden,  blooming  during  the  late  summer 
and  autumn. 

Hardy  annual,  about  two  feet  high. 

Mixed.  An  exceptionally  attractive  mixture, 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


New  Dwarf.  Extra  fine  mixed. 


Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Eschscholtzia,  Bush  (Purple  Glow) 


Diimnrnhrif-pra  AliranHara  This  showy  annual  with  bright  orange- 
L/imOl  pnoieca  /Aurantiaca  yellow  flowers,  is  sometimes  called 

African  “Golden-Orange”  Daisy.  Plants  somewhat  spreading,  with  finely  cut 
foliage,  producing  abundantly  on  stems  of  good  length,  glossy,  single  daisy- 
like blossoms  about  two  and  one-half  inches  across.  The  brilliant  orange  color- 
ing of  the  petals  contracts  strikingly  with  the  black  center  which  is  sur- 
rounded by  a dark  colored  disc.  Well  adapted  for  summer  flowering  in  beds 
or  borders. 


Hardy  annual,  about  one  foot  high 

Emerald  Feather— (See  ASPARAGUS  SPRENGERI). 
Dolichos— (See  HYACINTH  BEAN). 


.Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


P rT7\  A (California  Poppy)  The  State  flower  of  Cali- 
1 1 fornia.  It  is  fully  as  valuable  as  the  common 

Poppy  for  garden  ornamentation  since  it  blooms  through  a much  longer  season. 
A bed  in  full  bloom  of  these  large  saucer-shaped  flowers  in  various  shades  of 
yellow  with  orange  center  gives  a brilliant  color  effect.  The  foliage  is  finely 
cut  and  has  a bluish  tinge  or  bloom,  delicate  and  very  attractive. 

Hardy  annual,  low  spreading;  about  one  to  one  and  one-half  feet  high. 

Purple  Glow.  Undoubtedly  the  greatest  advance  that  has  been  made  in  the 
Eschscholtzias,  is  a bright  reddish  purple  and  the  darkest  shade  that  has 
been  obtained  so  far Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Geisha.  The  fluted  petals  inside  brilliant  gold,  outside  petals,  intense  orange 
crimson.  Undoubtedly  one  of  the  best  Eschscholtzias Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Scarlet  Beauty.  This  is  one  of  the  brightest  colors  in  the  Eschscholtzia,  it 
being  a deep  scarlet,  plants  erect  and  when  in  bloom  has  the  appearance  of 
a vivid  scarlet  tulip Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Evening  Glory — (See  IPOMOCA  BONA  NOX). 


Perennial  flowerless  plants,  too  well  known  to  need  description, 
r The  see(i  spores  are  very  small  and  of  slow  germination  but  the 

exceeding  grace  and  beauty  of  the  plants  usually  well  repay  all  the  care  neces- 
sary to  start  them  properly  in  the  green  house  or  some  place  indoors  where 
they  will  keep  moist.  The  young  ferns  may  be  placed  in  a window-box  without 
much  sun,  or  can  be  set  outdoors  in  summer  in  some  moist  and  shady  place. 

Fine  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  20c. 


Feverfew— (See  MATRICARIA  AND  PYRETHRUM). 


Foxglove 


Plant  seeds  that  you  possibly  overlooked  last  season. 


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FOXGLOVE 


(Digitalis)  Stately  old-fashioned  border 
plants,  affording  dense  spikes  of  large 
brilliantly  colored  flowers  which  are  terminal  and  half  as  long 
as  the  height  of  the  plant.  The  flowers  are  very  distinct  and 
showy,  being  thimble-like  or  long  bell-shaped,  and  the  colors 
include  white,  lavender  and  *use,  many  being  spotted  or 
blotched.  It  is  often  used  as  a background,  and  does  especially 
well  in  cool,  shady  locations  in  front  of  shrubbery.  The  leaves 
are  wrinkled  and  somewhat  downy. 


Hardy  biennial  or  perennial, 
three  to  five  feet  high. 


usually  blooming  the  season; 


Fine  Mixed.  Many  shades  and  markings Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Mammoth  Foxglove.  (Digitalis  Monstrosa)  Remarkably  odd; 
each  flower  spike  surmounted  with  a very  large  bell-shaped 
flower.  Mixed  colors Giant  Pkt.  15c. 


Fr^nrll  Hnnpvcnrlflp  (Hedysarum)  Very  handsome, 
rrencn  noney&UtKie  branching  free  flowering  plants, 

producing  racemes  of  beautiful  small  fragrant  pea-shaped 
flowers;  well  adapted  for  borders  or  rock  work. 

Hardy  perennial;  often  growing  four  feet. 


Coronarium,  Scarlet .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Coronarium,  Album,  white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


FI  TPH^IA  Known  also  as  “Lady's  Eardrops”  from  the 
* vvflJlri  bright  colored  pendulous  double  flowers  with 
four  parted,  funnel  shaped  calyx.  Plants  with  very  beautiful 
blossoms  may  be  grown  from  seed  with  proper  care.  Results  are 
usually  most  satisfactory  when  grown  indoors  in  pots  in  firm 
rich  soil,  but  if  seed  is  started  early  under  glass  It  often  suc- 
ceeds well  in  an  outdoor  window-box,  or  a shady  situation  in 
the  garden.  Tender  perennial;  one  to  two  and  one-half  feet 
high. 

Double  Finest  Mixed.  Seed  from  finest  named  sorts, 

Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


GAILLARDIA 


Showy  bedding  and  border  plants,  re- 
markable for  the  profusion,  size,  and 
brilliancy  of  their  flowers,  blooming  the  first  year  and  among 
the  gayest  ornaments  of  the  garden  in  summer  and  autumn. 
Combinations  of  yellow  and  red  predominate  in  the  highly 
colored  single  and  double  flower-heads,  two  inches  or  more 
across,  which  are  borne  singly  well  above  the  foliage  on  long, 
simple,  and  more  or  less  toothed. 


Gaillardia,  Picta  Lorenziana 
slender  stems,  suitable  for  cutting.  Leaves  alternate, 


Plants  one  to  one  and  one-half  feet  high. 


i 


Grandiflora.  Flowers  scarlet  and  orange,  single,  often  three  inches  across,  with  flat  petals  Excellent  for  cutting 
Hardy  perennial,  blooming  the  first  year Giant  Pkt.  10c 


CFRANHIfVf  (Pelar&onium)  When  properly  grown, 

VJLilXrtlilU iTl  the  constant  succession  of  bloom  un- 
til frost  comes,  the  brilliant  colors  of  the  flowers  and  the 
exquisite  zone  or  horseshoe  markings  of  the  leaves  of 
some  of  the  varieties,  render  the  Geranium  very  desirable 
for  pot  culture  as  well  as  for  bedding  out  of  doors  and 
for  growing  in  window  boxes.  Half  hardy  perennial;  about 
two  feet  high. 

Scarlet  Mixed.  (Zonale)  The  seed  we  offer  will  produce 
a large  percentage  of  double  flowers  in  many  beautiful 
shades  of  scarlet  and  red Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

Gilliflower— (See  STOCK). 


p I AniOl  I TC  These  magnificent  plants  for  bed- 
\jLr\L/lVyLU  C ding  and  cutting  with  their  long 
spikes  of  tubular  lily-form  flowers  can  be  raised  from 
seed  in  nearly  every  conceivable  color  and  shade,  some 
being  most  beautifully  striped  and  blotched.  Tender 
perennial;  about  two  and  one-half  feet  high. 

Finest  Mixed.  Finest  named  sorts  mixed.. Giant  Pkt.  15c. 
For  Gladiolus  Bulbs,  see  BULBS  AND  ROOTS,  page  56. 

pi  ORF  AMARANTH  <Gomphrena  Globosa) 

OL.VJ'DL  in  A desirable  everlasting, 

valued  for  its  handsome,  small,  globular  flower  heads, 
which,  if  cut  when  well  matured  will  retain  their  beauty 
through  the  winter.  Tender  annual;  twelve  to  eighteen 
inches  high. 

Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


t 

A Greenhouse  perennial  plants  producing 
soft,  velvety  green  leaves  and  rich, 
beautifully  colored  trumpet-shaped  flowers.  Gloxinias 
thrive  best  in  an  equal  mixture  of  leaf  mold,  loam  and 
sand.  If  started  in  February  will  usually  bloom  the  latter 
part  of  summer. 

Hj  brid  Mixed.  A strain  of  the  richest  color  and  variety  of 
markings.  Plants  ten  to  twelve  inches  high. 

Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


AT  „ J (Cucurbita)  A very  extensive  genus  of 
Cl  trailing  annuals  with  curiously  shaped 
yellow  fruit,  commonly  known  as  Orna- 
mental Gourds.  The  vines  are  of  easy  culture  and  make 
a rapid  growth,  so  are  much  used  for  covering  old  fences, 
trellises,  stumps,  etc.  The  foliage  is  ornamental,  and  the 
markings  of  some  of  the  fruit  extraordinary. 

Tender  annual;  ten  to  twenty  feet  high. 

Apple  Shaped.  Fruits  are  nearly  round,  yellow,  sometimes 

striPed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Dish  Cloth.  Long,  green,  corrugated  fruit,  the  inside 
fibrous  mass  of  which,  when  shell  and  seeds  are  removed, 

makes  an  excellent  sponge Giant  Pkt.  10c! 

Hercules’  Club.  Distinctly  club-shaped,  the  longest  of  all 

the  varieties Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Japanese  Nest  Egg.  Used  as  nest  eggs;  fruits  are  white, 
do  not  crack;  not  injured  by  heat  or  cold. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Orange.  Also  known  as  Mock  Orange.  Nearly  round 
orange  colored Pkt#  10c’ 


Gaillardia,  a profuse  bloomer  and  hardy. 


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I’ear  Shaped,  Ringed.  Green  and  yellow,  beautiful 
bicolored  fruit,  upper  half  yellow,  lower  half 
green Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

I’ear  Shaped,  Striped.  Fruits  green,  with  cream 
colored  striping,  sometimes  changing  to  yel- 
low   Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Siphon  or  Dipper.  Useful  for  dippers;  fruits  long, 
bottle-shaped  with  straight  or  slightly  crooked 
neck .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


GYPSOPHILA 


Delicate,  free-flowering 
plants,  covered  with  star- 
shaped flowers,  valuable  for  mist-like  effects  and 
as  trimming  in  bouquets,  also  for  hanging  baskets 
or  edgings.  Sometimes  called  Baby’s  Breath. 
Will  thrive  in  almost  any  well  prepared  ground, 
but  does  best  on  a limestone  soil.  Make  handsome 
specimens  dried. 


Elegans  Barge  Flowering  Pure  White.  An  im- 
proved large-flowering  strain,  superior  to  the 
common  Elegans  not  only  in  size  of  flowers,  but 
also  in  color.  A very  charming  sort  for  com- 
bining in  bouquets  with  Sweet  Peas  or  other 
cut  flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Panuculata  Alba  (Perennial) Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Hedy sarum— (See  FRENCH  HONEYSUCKLE). 

Helianthus— (See  SUNFLOWER). 


HELICHRYSUM  IKS 

Flower.  Large,  full,  double  daisy-like  flower 
heads  with  prominent  centers  and  stiff  overlapping 
scales,  produced  in  various  shades  of  bright  yellow 
and  scarlet  on  stems  of  good  length.  Desirable 
as  dried  specimens  and  for  use  in  making  winter 
bouquets.  For  this  purpose  the  flowers  should  be 
gathered  when  on  the  point  of  expanding. 


Gypsophila,  Elegans  Large  Flowering  Pure  White 


Hardy  annual;  two  to  two  and  one-half  feet  high. 

Fire  Ball  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Gold  Ball  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Silver  Ball  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Violet  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Monstrosum,  fl.  pi.  mixed.  Largest  double  flowers, 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


UCI  inTDOPF  Well-known  and  much  admired 
OI-.JL.lw  * IvUr  L border  and  bedding  plants,  highly 
valued  for  the  blue  color  and  fragrance  of  their  branching 
clusters  of  small  salver-shaped  flowers  as  well  as  the  dura- 
tion of  their  bloom. 

Dark  Varieties  Mixed.  Very  choice Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

tlesperis  Matronalis — (See  ROCKET). 


HiKicoiic  Afrirannc  A vigorous  branching  plant. 
OI DISCUS  /Yiricanus  of  easy  culture,  with  pretty 
foliage  and  large,  light  yellow  or  cream-colored  blossoms, 
dark  purple  in  the  center.  The  flowers  are  exceedingly 
showy,  saucer-shaped,  often  two  or  three  inches  across; 
not  of  very  long  duration,  but  continue  to  bloom  from 
early  summer  till  October.  Hardy  annuals;  about  two 
feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Double  Salmon.  Rich  salmon  color,  suffused  with  pink. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Pure  White.  Our  special  improved  strain. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Mixed.  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Humulus  Japonicus  nual  climber  ^ fifteen  to 

twenty  feet  high  with  rough  lobed  leaves  of  variegated 
colors,  very  rough  leaf  stems  and  small  flowers.  Desirable 
for  covering  unsightly  objects  or  shading  verandas. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

I_|_r_  _•  I.L  (Dolichos  Lablab)  A fine  climber 

nyaCinin  Dean  With  clusters  of  purple  or  white 
flowers  followed  by  ornamental  seed  pods.  Tender  annual; 
from  ten  to  fifteen  feet  high. 

Alba.  White  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Purpurea.  Purple  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed.  The  above  mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Iberis— (See  CANDYTUFT). 

I „ . Plant"  (Mesembryanthemum  Crystallinum)  A 

1 lalll  curious  plant  for  hanging  baskets,  rock- 
work,  vases  and  edgings;  leaves  and  stems  succulent,  ap- 
pearing as  though  covered  with  ice  crystals.  Tender  an- 
nular trailer;  six  inches  high ...Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Immortelles— (See  ACROCLINIUM,  GLOBE  AMARANTH, 
HELICHRYSUM,  RHODANT11E). 


Hollyhock 


(Althaea  rosea)  For  a back- 
ground to  a flower  garden  noth- 
ing is  better  than  the  improved 
strains  we  offer  of  this  tall  old-fashioned  garden  perennial. 
The  large,  richly  colored  blossoms,  about  three  inches 
across,  ranging  from  deep  yellow  and  red  to  pure  white, 
are  set  as  rosettes  around  the  strong  growing  flower  stalks. 
All  double  varieties  are  hardy  perennials;  five  feet  high. 


Early  Flowering.  Blooms  readily  as  an  annual  the  first 
year  from  seed  sown  in  spring.  A wide  range  of  colors 
in  large  single  or  semi-double  flowers ...  Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Chater’s  Finest  Mixed.  Double  perfection.  .Giant  Pkt.  15c. 

Double  Blood  Red. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Lemon  Yellow Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Deep  Rose Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Pink Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Impatiens — (See  BALSAM). 

f A Beautiful  annual  outdoor  climber  ol 
II  WlYIw-Ceim  luxuriant  growth  for  covering  verandas 
and  arbors,  or  for  screening  unsightly  objects.  Tender 
annual;  10  to  15  feet  high. 

Setosa.  (Brazilian  Morning  Glory)  Very  vigorous  rapid 
growing  vine  with  large,  three  lobed  leaves  and  stems 
covered  with  brown  hair.  Flowers  open  in  morning,  sal- 
ver formed,  delicate  blue  or  reddish  purple  with  pink  star 
in  center  and  produced  in  clusters.  Seed  black,  a little 

larger  than  Limbata .....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Noctiflora.  White  seeded  Noctiflora  hire... Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Early  Flowering  Sky  Blue.  (Ipomoea  grandiflora  rubro 
ccerulae)  A most  desirable  early,  free  flowering  sort, 
with  glossy  dark  foliage  and  very  large  flowers  that 
open  a tinge  of  carmine-rose  and  when  mature  are  bright 
light  blue Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


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Ipomcea  Grandiflora — (See  MOON  FLOWER). 

Ipomcea  Quamoclit — (See  CYPRESS  VINE). 

Ipomoea  Purpurea — (See  MORNING  GLORY). 

Japanese  Hop— (See  HUM  ULUS  JAPON1CUS). 

Joseph’s  Coat— (See  AMARANTHIS  TRICOLOR). 

f l 9 T (Coix  Lachryma)  Curious  ornamental  grass  with  broad, 

JOD  S i earS  corn-like  leaves  and  lustrous  slate-colored  seeds  used  for 
beads.  Valuable  for  winter  bouquets  with  everlasting  flowers.  Hardy  an- 
nual; three  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

If  L*  (Mexican  Fire  Bush,  or  Summer  Cypress) 

IVOCnia  1 rlCnopiiy lid  A quick  growing  foliage  or  hedge  plant, 
very  symmetrical  and  attractive  in  summer  and  fall.  The  foliage  is  as  fine 
as  moss  and  of  clean  bright  green  color.  Early  in  the  fall  innumerable 
little  flowers  appear  and  the  bush  takes  on  a deep  red  tinge.  Hardy  annual; 
about  two  and  one-half  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

I ANTANA  The  Plants  form  small  shrubs,  producing  in  late  summer 
I /Al  and  autumn  an  abundance  of  heliotrope-like  clusters  of 

single,  fragrant  flowers  that  change  color.  Succeeded  by  green  berries  that 
turn  to  a deep  blue.  Tender  perennial;  about  two  feet  high. 

Finest  French  Hybrids  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Larkspur 


(Delphinium)  The  Larkspur,  with  its  long  clustered 
spikes  of  beautiful  irregular  flowers,  often  with  long 
spurs,  is  especially  valuable  for  its  shades  of  blue. 
The  annual  forms  are  very  desirable  for  bedding  and  the  perennials  are 
strikingly  effective  as  a background,  for  borders,  and  for  planting  among 
shrubbery.  Seed  of  annual  varieties  may  be  sown  outdoors  early  in  spring. 
The  perennial  sorts  are  sown  in  fail  or  early  in  spring. 


Annual  Varieties 

Double  Dwarf  Rocket  Mixed.  Beautiful  spikes  of  double  flowers  in  many 
shades.  Hardy  annual;  one  foot  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Stock  Flowered  Mixed.  (Consolida  fl.  pi.)  Flowers  double,  borne  on 
spikes  about  fifteen  inches  long.  Colors  rose,  white,  and  shades  of  blue. 
Hardy  annual;  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Exquisite.  Tall  growing  strong  stems,  stock  flowered,  the  best  of  the 
annuals. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Perennial  Varieties 

Elatum.  (Bee  Larkspur)  Flowers  blue  with  hairy  petals  in  the  center  giving 
them  a fancied  resemblance  to  a bee.  Hardy  perennial;  three  to  five  feet 
high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Formosum.  Flowers  large,  deep  blue  shaded  indigo,  small  white  center. 
Hardy  perennial;  three  to  five  feet  high;  long  blooming  season.  Some- 
times called  Mexican  Larkspur Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Belledona.  Light  blue Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Gold  Medal  Hybrids Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Lathyrus  Odoratus— (See  SWEET  PEAS). 

Latliyrus  Latifolius—  (See  PEAS,  EVERLASTING). 


Larkspur,  Formosum 


I INI  JM  Grandifloruni  Rubrum.  (Scarlet  Flax)  An 

attractive  free-flowering  bedding  plant  with 
slender  foliage  and  bearing  on  delicate  stems  clusters  of 
glossy  bright  red  single  flowers,  saucer-shaped,  with  black 
center.  Hardy  annual;  about  one  and  one-half  feet  high, 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Kochia  (Mexican  Fire  Bush) 


Lobelia 


Are  charming  plants,  well  adapted  for 
bedding,  pots  or  rockeries.  They  make 
a neat  edging  for  beds  of  white  flowers 
and  are  very  effective  in  masses,  being  completely  cov- 
ered with  flowers  for  a long  time.  The  flowers  are  usually 
blue  with  lighter  center  and  are  borne  in  neat  clusters, 
each  irregularly  lobed  flower  being  about  five-eighths  inch 
across. 

Half  hardy  annual;  usually  about  six  inches  high. 


Emperor  William.  A very  fine,  erect  and  compact  variety 
with  clear  intensely  blue  flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Crystal  Palace.  A compact,  exceptionally  graceful  sort, 
very  desirable  for  edgings,  having  bright  deep  blue 
flowers;  very  dark  green  foliage Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Gracilis.  The  flowers  are  bright  blue  with  small  white 
centers,  fine  for  baskets  and  vases,  trailing  gracefully 
and  blooming  profusely.  Plants  slender,  six  inches  high. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


LOVE-IN-A-MIST 


(Nigella)  Also  known  as 
i-iYhikj  * Lady-in-the-Green  and  as 
Devil-in-a-Bush,  because  the  blossoms  are  partly  con- 
cealed by  the  finely  cut  foliage.  The  large  oddly  shaped 
flowers  are  surrounded  by  a very  dense  fringe  or  wreath 
of  mossy  fibres.  Both  plant  and  flower  are  handsome  and 
require  but  little  care.  Hardy  annual. 

Damascena,  fl.  pi.  Double  blue  flowers;  one  and  one-half 
to  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


I l TPIN  A very  attractive  free-flowering  plant  with 
long  graceful  terminal  spikes  of  fragrant  pea- 
shaped blossoms.  Blooms  early  in  the  season  and  is  de- 
sirable for  cutting.  Hardy  annual;  about  three  feet  high. 

Cruikshanki.  Blossoms  white,  shaded  with  yellow,  blue 
and  purple.. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Malcomia  Maritima — (See  VIRGINIAN  STOCK). 


The  most  luxuriant  climber,  Moon  Flower. 


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Marigold,  El  Dorado 


Tt  H • 11  No  flower  garden  seems  complete 

j V 1 Sk  f*l  0*0 1 0 without  this  fine  old-fashioned  gar- 
*0'“r*V*  den  plant  with  its  brilliant  displays 
of  yellow  and  orange,  both  tall  and  dwarf  sorts,  and  with 
finely  cut  or  entire  bright  green  foliage.  The  African 
(Tagete  Serecta)  varieties  are  tall,  usually  one  and  one- 
half  to  three  feet,  and  are  well  adapted  for  large  beds, 
backgrounds,  or  mixed  borders,  while  the  French  (Tagetes 
Patula)  are  more  dwarf  and  are  often  used  for  borders  and 
pot  culture  as  well  as  bedding.  All  of  these  varieties 
have  finely  cut  foliage,  while  the  Pot  Marigold  (Calendula 
Officinalis)  has  entire  leaves,  somewhat  clasping  the  rather 
hardy  stems.  Hardy  annuals;  in  bloom  till  frost  comes. 


African  Double  Dwarf,  Lemon  Colored.  Very  early  and  a 
profuse  bloomer  of  very  compact  habit.  One  of  the  best 
of  this  class.  Comes  true  from  seed;  about  eighteen 
inches  high.  Desirable  for  shrubbery  or  mixed  border. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


African  Orange  Quilled.  A double  variety  with  quilled  pet- 
als; flowers  showy,  bloom  very  early  and  are  used  for 
cutting.  Plants  rather  dwarf,  about  fifteen  inches  high. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


African  El  Dorado,  Double.  Flowers  about  three  inches  in 
diameter,  imbricated,  extremely  double  and  in  tints  of 
primrose,  orange,  and  gold.  Two  to  three  feet  high. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

African  Double  Mixed.  A tall  mixture  well  adapted  for 
large  beds.  About  two  feet  high ..Giant  Pkt.  5c. 


French,  Double  Dwarf,  Gold  Striped.  Brown  and  golden 
yellow;  very  double.  Valuable  for  bedding;  one  foot 

high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

French  Legion  of  Honor.  (Little  Brownie)  A single,  dwarf, 
bushy  variety,  very  desirable  for  borders.  The  plants 
bear  rich  golden  yellow  flowers  with  garnet  blotches  in 
the  center  of  each  petal  and  are  about  1 foot  high. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Tagetes  Signata  Pumila.  A dwarf  French  sort  with  small, 
bright  orange-yellow  flowers;  excellent  for  borders  or 
massing.  About  twelve  inches  high ...  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Prince  of  Orange.  (Calandula  Officinalis  fl.  pi.)  This  very 
distinct  variety  has  large  double,  golden  yellow  flowers, 
the  petals  striped  or  shaded  dark  orange;  produced  in 
great  abundance.  Height  of  plant  about  1 foot 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Meteor.  (Calendula  Officinalis  fl.  pi.)  Large  beautiful  im- 
bricated, double  flowers;  petals  yellow,  striped,  or  edged 
with  orange.  Desirable  for  beds,  bonders,  and  back- 
grounds. Two  feet  high .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Marvel  of  Peru — (See  FOUR  O’CLOCK). 

Mathiola—  (See  STOCK). 


Maieicaria  Eximia  Grandiflora,  fl.  pi.  (Double  Fe- 
Ivlallltaila  verfew)  Beautiful  email  white  button- 
like double  flower-heads.  Plants  of  bushy  growth,  with 
very  finely  cut  dark  green  foliage;  desjrable  for  bedding. 
Half  hardy  perennial,  about  two  feet  high. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


IVfsviiranrlia  Graceful  slender  climber  with  glossy  ivy- 
IViaUiallUla  shaped  ieaves.  It  produces  an  abundance 
of  showy,  irregular  trumpet-shaped  flowers,  one  and  one- 
half  inches  long,  usually  purplish  blue,  white,  or  rose 
colored  with  lighter  throat.  Suitable  for  greenhouse  and 
hanging  baskets  in  the  winter,  and  very  satisfactory  out- 
doors especially  if  a small  trellis  is  given  as  support. 

Tender  perennial,  blooming  the  first  season;  six  to  ten 
feet  high. 

Fine  Mixed ....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mexican  Fire  Bush — (See  KOCHI  A). 


Mignonette 


(Reseda)  A well-known  hardy 
annual  producing  dense  cone- 
shaped  flower-spikes,  made  up 
of  thickly  set  flowerets  of  modern  colors.  It  is  often  used 
for  cutting  to  combine  in  bouquets  with  other  more  pre- 
tentious flowers  lacking  its  delicate  and  pleasing  fragrance. 


Hardy  annual;  one  foot  high. 

Machet.  Of  dwarf  and  vigorous  growth,  with  numerous 
stout  flower  stalks,  terminated  by  large  spikes  of  red 
flowers.  This  is  one  of  the  very  best  for  pot  culture. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Reseda  Odorata  Grandiflora.  (Sweet)  Large  flowered,  very 
sweet;  light  yellowish  white ....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


D„J‘  . (Sensitive  Plant)  A curious  plant 
iViiniOSa  1 UQlCoL  with  globular  heads  of  small  pink 
flowers,  chiefly  valued  because  of  the  extreme  irritability 
of  its  leaves  which  close  and  droop  at  the  slightest  touch, 
also  in  cloudy,  damp  weather  and  at  nighL  Tender  an- 
nual; height  one  and  one-half  feet .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Mignonette 


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IV/niVAT  TI  I TQ  Strikingly  handsome  flowers  of  easy 
1Y111V1  w J-i  UJ  O cultivation.  Perennial  in  the  green- 
house, annual  in  the  open  air. 


shaped  flowers,  widely  extended,  often  four  inches  across. 
Leaves  large,  frequently  four  to  five  inches  across.  Known 
as  Ipomoea  Noctiflora;  tender  annual Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Moschatue.  (Musk  Plant)  An  attractive  trailer  with  bright 
green  foliage  and  many  small  yellow  flowers  of  musky 
odor.  Desirable  for  hanging  baskets  and  window  gar- 
dens  Giant  Pkt.  10c, 

Cardinals  Grandiflorus.  Dark  red Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Punctatus.  OMonkey  Flower)  Large  curiously  shaped  yel- 
low flowers,  spotted  with  shades  of  red  and  rich  maroon. 
An  effective  pot  plant  about  eight  inches  high;  blooms 
first  year Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mirabilis — (See  FOUR  O’CLOCK). 


WnMnDDir1  A Gracefully  climbing  vines  with 
IVlUiVIVjixL'iV^rv  small  yellow  blossoms,  followed  by 
fruits  of  curious  shape.  Foliage  gracefully  cut  and  al- 
though tender  annuals,  the  vines  run  ten  feet  or  more 
during  the  season.  The  seed  is  very  hard  and  germination 
will  be  hastened  if  a notch  is  carefully  cut  through  the 
shell  before  planting. 

Balsam  Pear.  (Charantia)  The  fruit  is  pear-shaped,  green 
changing  to  bright  red  and  has  a warty  skin;  when  ripe 
it  bursts  open  and  shows  a brilliant  interior  of  large 
carmine  seeds ...Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Balsam  Apple.  (Balsamina)  Like  Balsam  Pear  but  foliage 
smaller;  fruit  much  smaller  and  nearly  round,  green 
striped,  when  young,  becoming  scarlet.  . . .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


MORNING  GLORY 


(Convolvulus  major,  Ipo- 
moea purpurea)  A hand- 


some showy  climber  of  easy  culture  and  suitable  for  cov- 
ering arbors,  windows,  trellises,  old  stumps,  etc.,  if  sup- 
port be  given  the  vines.  The  flowers  are  most  brilliant 
in  the  morning.  Hardy  annual. 


Mixed.  Many  shades  from  white  to  dark  blue,  red  and 
striped Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Giant  Japanese  Mixed.  (Imperial)  The  flowers  of  this  va- 
riety are  of  largest  size,  often  three  inches  or  more 
across;  some  are  brilliant  red  or  rich  blue,  others  are 
equally  brilliant,  with  broad  margins  of  clear  white; 
some  are  striped  or  dotted  with  blue  or  red  on  white  or 
lemon  yellow  ground,  others  are  clouded  with  blue  and 
red.  The  foliage  in  some  plants  comes  plain  green,  in 
others  it  is  mottled  with  white  and  shades  of  yellow  or 
yellowish  green.  Seed  black,  larger  than  other  varieties 
of  Morning  Glory Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


MOURNING  BRIDE 


(Scabiosa  or  Sweet  Sca- 
bious) An  old-fashioned 
but  most  attractive  flower.  Its  great  abundance  and  long 
succession  of  richly  colored,  fragrant  blossoms  . on  long 
stems  make  it  one  of  the  most  useful  decorative 
plants  of  the  garden.  Desirable  for  cutting  as  well  as 
for  beds  and  borders.  Flower  heads  about  two  inches 
across;  flowerets  double,  surrounding  the  thimble-shaped 
cone,  and  giving  a fancied  resemblance  to  a pin  cushion. 

Hardy  annual;  about  two  to  two  and  one-half  feet  high. 


MnnN  FI  nWFR  (Ipomcea  Grandiflora  Albo) 

IV1V/W1Y  r LU  YV  ILI\  One  of  the  most  vigorous 
summer  climbers  and  will  grow  under  favorable  conditions 
thirty  to  forty  feet  in  a single  season  and  be  covered 
evenings  and  cloudy  days  with  very  large,  white  trumpet- 


Double  3Iixed.  Colors  include  deep  and  light  purple,  scar- 
let, pure  white  and  a dark  mulberry  red;  some  of  the 
darker  shades  are  tipped  with  white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Myrsiphyllum — (See  SMILAX). 


Nasturtiums 


Nasturtium 


Few  plants  are  more  easily 
grown  or  remain  longer  in 
bloom  than  the  Tropoeolum, 
with  its  large  shield-shaped  leaves  and  beautifully  irregu- 
lar flowers  having  long  spurs  and  brilliantly  colored  petals. 
In  favorable  soil  flowers  are  produced  in  abundance 
throughout  the  season.  Much  used  for  window  boxes. 

(Tropoeolum  minor)  Sometimes 
L/wari  V aneues  called  Tom-Thumb  sorts.  The 
flowers  are  brilliant  and  attractive.  The  plants  are  evenly 
dwarf  and  are  often  used  for  a border.  When  about  two 
inches  high,  thin  so  as  to  give  each  plant  about  one  foot 
of  room.  Hardy  annual;  about  one  foot  high. 

Mixed.  All  the  desirable  shades  and  colors.  -Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


T railincr  VariptlPS  (Tropoeolum  Lobbian.)  The 

1 railing  V arieues  Lobbianum  differs  from  the 

common  tall,  climbing  or  running  nasturtium  in  being  a 
little-  smaller  in  leaf,  more  compact  in  growth,  more 
floriferous  and  having  richer,  more  varied  colored  flowers. 
When  about  two  inches  high  thin  to  six  inches  apart. 
Give  some  support  to  the  vines  as  soon  as  they  begin  to 
run  and  they  will  usually  grow  six  to  eight  feet  during 
the  season.  The  trailing  sorts  are  much  used  for  covering 
arbors  and  trellises.  Half  hardy  annual ...  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed.  All  the  desirable  shades  and  colors.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Nasturtiums — profuse  bloomers  with  little  care. 


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MIPOTIANA  Handsome  bedding  plants  of  the  to- 
* 1 IrtlXrt  bacco  family,  valuable  for  long  and 
free  blooming.  The  flowers  are  salver-shaped,  with  long 
tubular  corollas.  Half  hardy  annuals;  about  three  feet 
high. 

Affinis.  Flowers  large,  white  and  fully  expanded  only  in 
evening  or  cloudy  days.  Very  fragrant ...  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Nigella— (See  LOVE-IN-A-MIST). 

Oenothera — (See  PRIMROSE). 


AV AI  IQ  Very  pretty,  spreading  herbaceous  plg.nts- 
V with  clover-like  leaves  and  richly  colored 

blossoms.  They  are  especially  desirable  for  house  culture 
as  hanging  basket  or  window  plants  and  are  cultivated 
also  in  borders  and  rockeries. 

Half  hardy  perennial;  six  to  nine  inches  high. 


Rosea.  Rose  colored  or  light  purple  flowers,  star-shaped, 
borne  in  large  clusters  on  long  stems.  . .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Pansies 


Pansies  are  now  produced  in  an 
almost  infinite  variety  of  colors 
and  markings.  Their  brilliancy 
of  shading,  extended  season  of  blooming  and  long 
keeping  characteristics  make  them  general  favor- 
ites. The  strains  now  offered  are  far  superior  to 
the  old  Heart’s  Ease  or  Viola  Tricolor  and  the 
esteem  in  which  they  were  held  by  older  genera- 
tions has  been  heightened  by  the  greater  variety 
and  more  brilliant  colors  of  the  improved  sorts. 
We  have  been  interested  in  the  bringing  forward 
of  advanced  types  of  very  large  varieties  in  this 
country  as  well  as  in  Europe,  and  our  stocks  are 
the  very  best  obtainable.  We  spare  neither  pains 
nor  expense  to  satify  the  most ' critical  trade. 
While  the  variations  in  shades  of  color  and  mark- 
ings appear  almost  limitless,  our  list  includes  the 
very  best  strains  the  world  produces. 


Hardy  perennial ; four  to  six  inches  high. 


Superbissima  Blotched.  Very  large  flowers  of  ex- 
ceptionally fine  form  and  substance,  usually  ruf- 
fled and  beautifully  veined  and  blotched  in  all 
the  finer  and  deeper  shades  and  colors  found  in 
pansies.  Plants  very  vigorous  and  floriferous. 
Superior  to  rather  than  simply  different  from  old 
strains.  Flowers  of  Mammoth  size.  Borne  on 
stout  stems,  making  them  invaluable  for  cuts. 
The  most  desirable  sort  for  Florist’s  use. 
Giant  Pkt.  25c. 


Giant  Flowering  Parisian  Mixed.  The  flowers  of 
this  splendid  mixture  are  of  largest  size,  very 
fine  form  and  range  of  colors,  often  in  the 
lighter  shades.  Each  petal  is  usually  beautifully 
blotched  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Giant  Triinardeau  Mixed.  Our  stock  of  this  variety 
produces  the  largest  pansies  grown.  Flowers  of 
richest,  most  varied  shades;  generally  marked 
with  three  large  blotches.  Plants  very  hardy 
and  vigorous.  We  recommend  this  mixture  as 
one  sure  to  give  general  satisfaction  where  con- 
ditions are  at  all  suitable  for  pansy  growth. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Extra  Choice  Mixed.  From  best  named  flowers  of 
very  large  size.  An  extra  fine  Trimardeau  mix- 
ture, very  superior  in  size,  form,  coloring,  and 
substance  . Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


PEAS,  EVERLASTING 

folius)  An  eas- 
ily grown,  hardy  perennial  climber  with  smaller 
flowers  lacking  the  fragrance  of  Sweet  Peas,  but 
producing  for  many  weeks  a succession  of  blossoms 
in  clusters  of  eight  to  ten  each.  Only  a few  flow- 
ers can  be  expected  the  second  season  but  in  the 
third  and  fourth,  the  plants  then  being  well  estab- 
lished, an  abundance  of  foliage  and  blossoms  is  af- 
forded. The  plants  die  down  late  in  the  fall  and 
start  again  in  the  spring. 

The  perennial  sorts  are  suitable - for  covering  stumps 
and  fences,  and  on  a trellis  will  often  grow  five  to  six  feet. 


Superbissima  Mixed 

Include  white  and  various  shades  of  red  and  purplish 
red  striped  with  white. 


Mixed.  Includes  white,  rose,  and  purple  flowers.. 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Pelargonium — (See  GERANIUM). 


Pontd-oinnti  Handsome,  : half  hardy,  herbaceous 
T CliLSLcITlOll  perennials,  about  two  feet  high  and 
very  desirable  for  bedding  and  borders.  They  usually 
bloom  the  first  year,  especially  - if  started  early.  The 
flowers  are  bell-shaped  or-  tubular,  an  inch  and  a half 
long,  and  are  borne  in  racemes  or  spikes.  The  colors 


Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Pp/'VIVT'Y'  (Pseonia  herbacea  Chinensis)  Well-known 
FLUli  I herbaceous  perennial  plants,  with  very 
double  flowers  and  abundant  dark  green  foliage,  which, 
may  be  grown  either  from  seed  or  roots. 

Double  Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

Plants  are  three  feet  high. 

Double  Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

Periwinkle — (See  VINCA). 


About  April  15th,  weather  permitting,  we  carry  a full  line  of  Potted  Plants  including 
all  varieties  of  annuals ; also  perennials  for  bedding  out.  Get  our  prices  before  buying  else- 
where, as  we  have  connection  with  the  largest  and  most  reliable  growers  of  these  varieties, 
assuring  you  best  prices  possible. 


Pansies — angel  faces  that  seem  to  speak. 


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PETUNIA 


Petunias  are  unsurpassed  for  massing  in  beds.  They  also 
■are  used  along  walks  and  driveways  and  are  often  grown 
in  window  boxes.  Their  richness  of  color,  duration  of 
bloom  and  easy  culture  will  always  make  them  popular. 
They  endure  drought  exceptionally  well.  The  full,  double 
petunias  do  not  produce  seeds.  To  procure  double  flowers 
one  must  use  the  seeds  saved  from  single  flowers  which 
have  been  fertilized  by  hand  with  pollen  from  the  double 
■ones.  The  seed  we  offer  is  the  result  of  careful  hybridiza- 
tion and  can  be  depended  upon  to  give  as  large  a propor- 
tion of  double  flowers  as  any. 

In  some  strains  the  flowers  are  very  large,  measuring 
four  to  five  inches  across;  in  others,  they  are  deeply 
fringed;  still  others  have  star-like  markings  radiating 
-from  the  throat  and  extending  nearly  or  quite  to  the 
outer  margin  of  the  blossom;  again,  others  have  full, 
double  flowers.  The  colors  range  from  white  to  deep  red- 
purple  and  are  variously  striped  and  blotched.  Tender 
perennial  blooming  the  first  year;  about  one-half  foot  high. 


Inimitable.  Finest  blotched  and  striped ..  Giant  Pkt.  20c. 
Howard’s  Star.  All  shades  with  distinct  star  in  the 


center  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Balcony.  Red,  rose  and  white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Compacta  Snowball.  Pure  white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Compacta,  Rosy  Morn.  Extra  fine  pink. ..  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

California  Giants.  The  very  finest  strain,  mixed........ 

Giant  Pkt.  20c. 

Double  Giants.  Fringed,  none  finer  to  be  had 

Giant  Pkt.  25c. 

Ilybrida.  Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


PHLOX  DRUMMONDI 

(Large  Flowering)  Unequalled  in 
the  magnificent  display  of  their  many 
and  brilliantly  colored  flowers.  The 
plants  are  hardy  bush-like  annuals 
with  many  broad  flat-topped  clusters 
■of  nearly  round  and  star-shaped  flow- 
firs.  They  are  of  easiest  culture  and 
bloom  profusely  through  a long  sea- 
son. Especially  attractive  in  masses 
or  ribbon  beds  of  contrasted  colors; 
useful  as  window-garden  plants  and 
very  desirable  for  combining  In  mixed 
bouquets. 

Hardy  annual;  one  foot  high. 

Grandiflora — 


Crimson  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Flesh  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Lilac  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Primrose  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

White  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Extra  Choice  Mixed.  Best  large  flow- 
ered varieties.  Our  mixture  is  un- 
excelled for  profusion  of  bloom  and 

wide  range  of  brilliant  colors 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Pinks 

(Dianthus)  The  Dianthus  family 
furnishes  many  of  the  most  beautiful 
and  profitable  flowers,  including  the 
Carnation,  Sweet  William,  Chinese 
and  Japanese  Pinks,  in  all  their  varie- 
ties. 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  bril- 
liantly colored  flowers,  often  one  and 
one-half  to  two  inches  across,  con- 
trast vividly  with  the  rather  narrow 
bright  light  green  leaves. 


Double  Petunias 


Royal  Pinks.  (Heddewigi  nobilis)  These  very  large,  sin- 
gle flowers  afford  a wide  range  of  colors.  Petals  deeply 
cut  and  fringed  and  flowers  in  splendid  shades  from 
blood-red  to  carmine,  pink,  and  even  white.  Plants 
dwarf  and  very  free  flowering Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  China  Mixed.  (Chinensis)  White  and  dark  crim- 
son selves,  also  white  tipped  light  purple  and  shades  of 


red  and  dark  blotchings.  A mixture  of  double  pinks 
unsurpassed  in  variety  of  brilliant  coloring  and  marking. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Heddewig’s  Single  Mixed.  A splendid  mixture  of  single 
flowers  of  the  best  shades  and  beautifully  marked. 
Plants  dwarf;  very  free  flowering Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Set  aside  a little  space  for  a few  Chinese  Pinks. 


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POPPY 

(Papaver)  These  well-known  hardy  annuals  and 
perennials  flower  in  great  profusion  throughout  the 
summer.  Both  the  single  and  double  varieties  are  very 
desirable  for  bedding  and  borders.  The  flowers  are 
remarkable  for  their  large  size,  delicacy  of  tissue  and 
wide  range  of  bright  dazzling  colors. 

Annual  Varieties 

Shirley.  A magnificent  variety,  producing  through  a 
long  season  large  single  flowers  of  charmingly  deli- 
cate colors,  ranging  from  pure  white  through  shades 
of  pink  and  rose  to  brightest  scarlet  and  carmine-red. 
Some  petals  are  of  silky  texture,  others  like  tissue 
paper,  some  are  plain,  some  crimped,  and  some 
wavy.  If  cut  before  the  blooms  are  fully  expanded, 
they  will  keep  fresh  in  water  for  several  days.  Hardy 
annual,  about  twenty  inches  high ....  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Tulip  Flowered.  Single  bright  scarlet  tulip-shaped 
flowers,  a black  spot  appearing  at  the  base  of  each 

petal.  Hardy  annual,  about  one  foot  high.... 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Cardinal.  Flowers  very  large  and  very  double,  each 
petal  being  so  finely  cut  as  to  give  the  blossom  the 
appearance  of  a large  ball  of  brilliant  cardinal  colored 
silk.  One  of  the  finest  poppies  in  cultivation.  Hardy 

annual,  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  White  Fringed.  The  finest  double  white  poppy. 
Plant  upright  growing  and  fioriferous.  Flowers  three 
to  four  inches  across,  perfectly  double,  finely  fringed. 

Hardy  annual,  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Carnation  Mixed.  Large  showy  double  fringed 
flowers  of  various  colors;  hardy  annual,  about  two 

feet  high  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Choice  Mixed.  Very  large,  double  poppies  in 
a variety  of  colors.  Some  petals  quite  broad,  others 
finely  fringed.  About  two  feet  high.. Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Perennial  Varieties 

Perennial  poppies  do  best  in  rows  one  and  one-half 
feet  apart  and  one  foot  apart  in  the  row.  The  plants 
have  stout,  leafy  flower-stalks;  leaves  rough,  pinnately 
parted;  lobes  oblong-lanceolate,  toothed.  Seed  may 
be  sown  outdoors  either  in  spring  or  fall. 
Bracteatum.  Flowers  very  large,  single,  brilliant 

orange-crimson;  base  of  petals  bluish  black.  A 
garden  perennial  of  most  striking  appearance;  about 
two  feet  high. ....Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Single  Pinks 


Orientale.  Very  large  single  gorgeous  scarlet  blossoms; 
base  of  petals  bluish  black.  One  of  the  most  showy  gar- 
den perennials;  about  two  feet  high .....  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


The  Carnation  Poppy  is  an  improved  double  form  of  the 
single  Papaver  Somniferum,  used  for  the  extraction  of 
opium.  We  do  not  furnish  seed  of  the  opium  poppy. 


Double  Pinks 


PORTULACA 

Sometimes  called  Rose  Moss.  Few 
flowers  make  such  a dazzling  display  of 
color  in  the  bright  sunshine  as  a bed  of 
portulacas.  The  glossy  cup-shaped  single- 
flowers and  rose-like  double  flowers,  about 
one  inch  across,  range  through  many 
shades  of  red,  white,  pink,  orange,  yel- 
low, striped,  etc.  Plants  low  growing  or- 
creeping  with  thick  fleshy  stems  tinged? 
with  red  and  small  quill-shaped  leaves- 
Desirable  also  for  edgings.  They  are  in? 
bloom  through  a long  season. 

Tender  annual;  about  nine  inches  high.. 
Fine  Mixed.  A wide  range  of  colors- 
Giant  Pkt.  10c„ 


Double  Fine 

The  seed  we  offer  can  be  depended 
upon  for  a large  proportion  of  fine,  very 
double  flowers  and  the  few  that  come- 
single  can  be  pulled  out  if  desired. 

Double  Mixed.  Many  beautiful  shades, 
Giant  Pkt.  10c.. 

Poor  Man’s  Orchid  (See  SCHIZANTHUS) .. 

Primrose,  Evening 

(Oenothera)  Large,  showy  saucer- 
shaped blossoms,  usually  fully  expanded) 
only  towards  and  during  evening.  The- 
blossoms  are  yellow:,  pr.white  and  are  very 
freely  produced  ....Giant  Pkt.  10c.. 


PRIMULA  SINENSIS  beautiful  winter  bloom- 
ing pot  plant  is  especially  valuable  in  that  its  brightly 
colored  and  finely  formed  flowers  and  prettily  cut  foliage 
may  be  had  in  perfection  from  November  until  late  in 
spring.  The  splendid  salver-formed  flowers  are  produced 
in  large  clusters. 


Greenhouse  perennial;  six  to  ten  inches  high. 

Single  Fringed,  Choicest  Mixed... .Giant  Pkt.  25c„. 

Double  Fringed  Mixed.  Very  choice;  shades  of  red,  rose,, 
white,  etc.  The  seed  we  offer  can  be  depended  on  to  pro- 
duce a very  large  proportion  of  double  flowers ... 

Giant  Pkt.  25c.. 


Phlox.  Colors  brilliant,  unequaled. 


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Salvia 


Cardinal  Poppy 

Fine  Mixed.  Hybrids.  Easily  grown  large,  long-stemmed 

flowers,  in  many  beautiful  shades  and  markings 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Large  Flowering  Mixed.  A mixture  of  improved  dwarf, 
very  large  flowering  sorts,  more  compact  than  ordinary 
varieties  and  with  much  larger,  more  richly  colored 

flowers  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

lowering  Sage)  Among  the  most  bril- 
liantly colored  of  garden  flowers  and  ex- 
tremely useful  for  bedding;  also  valuable 
for  pot  culture  and  cutting.  Blooms  are  borne  in  long 
spikes  well  above  the  foliage  and  are  of  fiery  red,  crimson, 
or  blue,  continuing  in  flower  a long  time.  The  densely 
filled  flower  spikes  are  often  eight  to  ten  inches  long  and 
includes  thirty  or  more  tube-like  florets,  one  to  two  inches 
in  length. 

Tender  perennial,  but  blooms  the  first  season;  height 
one  and  one-half  to  three  feet. 

Splendens.  Sold  also  as  “Splendens  Bonfire.”  The  large, 
brilliant  scarlet  flowers  are  in  very  striking  contrast  with 
the  rich,  dark  green  background  of  dense  foliage.  This 
variety  is  most  generally  used  in  parks  and  on  extensive 
lawns,  as  it  is  more  vigorous  than  the  dwarf  varieties. 
One  of  the  most  distinct  and  effective  bedding  plants. 
Two  and  one-half  to  three  feet  high ....  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 
Patens.  One  of  the  finest  blue  flowers  known;  not  as 
well  suited  for  bedding  as  the  other  varieties  of  salvia, 
but  very  attractive  in  the  mixed  border  or  in  the 
greenhouse.  Height  of  plant,  about  one  and  one-half 

or  two  feet Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Fireball.  Many  strains  of  Salvia  Splendens  have  been 
offered  under  different  names  claiming  they  are  larger 
flowered  or  more  floriferous  than  the  old  type.  We  have 
found  none  more  valuable  than  this  strain  in  which  the 
plant  is  more  uniformly  dwarf,  and  comes  into  bloom 
earlier  than  most  sorts  and  remains  covered  with  bril- 
liant red  flower  spikes  a remarkably  long  time.  About 

two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Scabiosa—  (See  MOURNING  BRIDE). 

Scarlet  Flax— (See  LINUM). 

Q/’Kl'ranikne  Retusus  trimaeulatus.  Also  known  as 
ocmzanmus  Butterfly  Flower  or  Poor  Man’s  Orchid. 
Dainty  compact  branching  plants  with  finely  cut  foliage, 
covered  when  in  bloom  with  clusters  or  spikes  of  bril- 
liantly colored  butterfly-like  flowers.  Valuable  for  garden 
decoration  or  pot  culture.  Petals  bright  yellow  with  mar- 
gins and  tube  of  carmine  or  purple-rose,  shading  from 
lighter  to  darker  shades. 

Hardy  annual;  about  twenty  inches  high. Giant  Pkt.  15c. 
Sensitive  Plant — (See  MIMOSA  PUDICA). 


Pyrethrum 


Very  ornamental,  both  foliage 
and  flowers.  Well  adapted  for 
bedding  and  borders.  (See  also 

Matricaria.) 

Parthenifolium  Aureum.  (Golden  Feather)  Beautiful 

dwarf  gold  leaved  bedding  plant.  Flowers  white.  Half 
hardy  perennial,  often  treated  as  an  annual;  height  one 

foot  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Parthenifolium  Aureum  Selaginoides.  Finely  cut,  fern-like 

leaves  of  bright  golden  yellow  color.  Extra  fine  for 

bedding.  Half  hardy  perennial;  twelve  to  fifteen  inches 
high  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


RKnrianilio  One  of  the  most  beautiful  everlastings. 
IXilUUc&IllllC  Sometimes  called  Straw  Flower.  The 
flower  heads  are  somewhat  bell-shaped,  becoming  when 
gracefully  poised  on  slender  stems.  The  mixture  we  offer 
includes  rose  with  golden  center  and  white  with  yellow 
disc.  Blooms  should  be  gathered  before  fully  expanded 
and  dried  in  the  shade.  The  leaves  are  glaucous,  clasping 
and  are  oval  or  elliptical  in  shape. 

Tender  annual;  one  and  one-half  to  two  feet  high. 

Mixed  Giant  Pkt.  5c. 

Ricinus— (See  CASTOR  BEAN). 

Rorlrpf  (Hesperis  matronalis)  Produces 

*JWCCL  loose  clusters  of  flowers  very  fra- 
grant during  the  evening  and  useful  for  cutting.  Flowers 
cruciform,  somewhat  resembling  the  single  Stock  but 
smaller. 

Hardy  perennial. 

Purple.  Plants  two  and  one-half  to  three  feet  high 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

White.  About  two  feet  high Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

D/'ACp*  Multiflora  Dwarf  Perpetual,  Mixed.  Plants 
I\v/ JE  under  good  care  will  commence  to  flower  when 
six  inches  high  and  about  two  months  old,  and  continue  to 
grow  and  bloom  until  they  form  compact  bushes  about 
sixteen  inches  high,  well  covered  with  single  and  double 
flowers. 

Tender  perennial;  blooming  the  first  year.Giant  Pkt.  15c. 
Rose  Moss— (See  PORTULACA). 

CA!  Din  O^^I^  Very  showy  bedding  or  border 
* VjLWJ J1J  plants  with  richly  colored,  fun- 
nel-shaped flowers  which  are  purple,  scarlet,  crimson,  yel- 
low, buff,  blue,  or  almost  black,  beautifully  marbled  and 
penciled. 

Half  hardy  annual;  about  two  feet  high. 


Salvia 


For  a dazzling  display  in  a sunny  place,  don’t  forget  Portulaca. 


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'QIWHI  AY  (Myrisiphyllum  asparagoides)  No  twining 
plant  in  cultivation  surpasses  this  in  grace- 
ful beauty  of  foliage.  Indispensable  to  florists  for  table 
-and  house  decoration.  The  hard  texture  of  its  small  glossy 
green  leaves  permits  the  long  delicate  sprays  of  foliage  to 
be  kept  without  wilting  several  days  after  being  cut. 

Tender  perennial  climber,  ten  feet  high.. Giant  Pkt.  10c, 


Snapdragon 


(Antirrhinum)  This  well- 
known  border  and  bedding 
_ plant  of  long  blooming  sea- 

son is  now  one  of  the  best  perennials  suitable  for  flowering 
as  an  annual.  The  long  showy  spikes  of  curiously  shaped 
tubular  flowers  with  irregular  spreading  lobes  and  finely 
•marked  throats  are  fragrant  as  well  as  brilliantly  colored. 
They  are  very  desirable  for  cutting  as  the  spikes  of  bloom 
•are  borne  well  above  the  dark  glossy  leaves  and  keep  fresh 
for  a long  time.  Tender  perennial,  often  treated  as  annual 
or  biennial. 

Semi-Dwarf  Varieties 


This  class  of  plants  grow  about  fifteen  inches  high 
And  are  splendid  for  mass  effects  in  the  garden.  The 
stems,  while  not  as  long  as  those  of  the  tall  growing 
sorts,  are  very  desirable  as  cut  flowers  for  small  vases. 

Semi-Dwarf  Maroon Pkt.  10c. 

Semi-Dwarf  Pink Pkt.  10c. 

Semi-Dwarf  Scarlet Pkt.  10c. 

Semi-Dwarf  White Pkt.  10c. 

Semi-Dwarf  Yellow.  Pkt.  10c. 

Semi-Dwarf  Mixed. Pkt.  10c. 


Tall  Growing  Varieties 

Produces  long,  graceful  spikes  of  flowers  which  are  un- 


surpassed for  cutting.  Plants  about  two  and  one-half  feet 
high. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  White Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  Yellow Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  Pink,  White  Tube Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  Garnet Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  Scarlet Pkt.  10c. 

Tall  Large  Flowering,  Fine  Mixed.  An  extra  fine  mixture 
including  all  the  best  colors.  Oz.  50c Pkt.  10c. 


^ • An  easily  grown  annual  which  is  very 

lirlTirP  desirable  for  use  in  rock  gardens  or  as 
K-f  V,d- a border  plant.  The  flowers  are  borne 
in  racemes  on  long  graceful  stems  and  may  be  cut  and 
dried  like  everlastings;  for  this  purpose  they  should  be 
dried  in  a cool  and  shady  place  hung  up  by  the  stems  to 
keep  their  natural  shape.  Sow  the  seed  indoors  during 
March  or  April  and  transplant  to  open  ground  after  dan- 
ger of  frost  is  past.  They  prefer  a sunny  location  and 
are  rather  susceptible  to  an  excess  of  moisture.  Height 


of  plants  two  to  two  and  one-half  feet Pkt.  10c. 

Sinnuata  Mixed.  A choice  mixture  in  shades  of  blue, 
pink,  yellow  and  white Pkt.  10c. 


Sunflower,  Stella 


Stock,  Double  German  Ten  Weeks 


Stock 


(Mathiola)  Sometimes  called  Gilliflower. 
Considered  almost  indispensable  where  a 
fine  display  of  flowers  is  wanted  and  par- 
ticularly valued  for  edgings,  bedding,  and  pot  culture. 
The  improved  varieties  we  offer  of  this  favorite  garden 
plant  produce  dense  spikes  of  very  fragrant  and  beau- 
tiful rosette-like  double  flowers  in  a wide  range  of  at- 
tractive colors.  They  are  suitable  for  cutting,  being 
produced  on  stems  of  good  length  in  pleasing  contrast 
with  the  dark  green  foliage  of  the  busy  plants.  Each 
of  the  four  types  is  of  long  flowering  period,  and  if  the 
earlier  ones  are  started  indoors,  a profusion  of  fragrant 
and  pleasing  flowers  is  afforded  for  the  entire  season. 

Height  of  plants  one  to  one  and  one-half  feet. 


Dwarf  Large  Flowering.  Lilac,  pink,  yellow,  purple, 
red,  white  and  mixed .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Early  Large  Flowering.  La  France,  Brilliant,  Princess 
Alice,  Crimson,  Monte  Blanc,  Almond  Blossom  and 
mixed  ..Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Cut  and  Come  Again.  Lilac,  pink,  yellow,  purple,  red, 
white  and  mixed .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mammoth  Flowering.  Lilac,  pink,  yellow,  purple,  red, 
white  and  mixed.. .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Sunflower 


(Helianthus)  These  stately, 
old-fashioned  flowers  with  the 
newer  improved  varieties  are 
coming  into  special  favor  as  a background  for  lawns 
and  in  front  of  high  fences.  Valuable  also  as  a screen 
to  hide  unsightly  places  and  sometimes  used  to  mitigate 
the  evil  of  adjacent  swamp  holes.  Their  very  tall  dense 
growth  and  bright  yellow  disc-like  flowers  of  very  large 
size  and  long  blooming  period  make  them  one  of  the 
most  deserving  and  useful  of  hardy  annuals. 


Red  Sunflower.  Plants  erect,  robust,  about  three  feet 
high,  flowers  intense  red Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Double  Chrysanthemum  Flowered.  The  most  attractive 
of  the  very  double  sunflowers.  Plant  tall,  growing 
seven  feet  high  and  blooming  profusely  all  summer. 
Flowers  very  large,  often  eight  to  ten  inches  across, 
very  double,  with  long  fringed  petals  and  resemble 
chrysanthemums.  The  color  is  a splendid,  rich,  golden- 
yellow,  free  from  any  black  center Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Stella.  The  plant  of  this  fine  variety  is  spreading  with 
many  branches  and  attains  a height  of  about  three 
feet.  The  flowers  are  about  three  inches  in  diameter 
and  are  of  an  unusually  pure  golden  yellow  with  black 
discs  or  centers,  and  are  borne  on  long  stems  well 
above  the  foliage.  Early  blooming  and  produced  in 
abundance  throughout  a long  season ...  Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Straw  Flower— (See  HELICHRYSUM  and  RHODANTHE). 


Sweet  Rocket — (See  ROCKET). 


Snapdragons  are  one  of  the  best  Annuals, 


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Market  Gardeners’  Seed  Co.  Fancy  Sweet  Peas 


(Lathyms  adoratus)  No  garden  is  too  small  for  a row  of  Sweet  Peas  and  no  estate,  however  extensive  or  magnifi- 
cent, should  fail  to  include  many  varieties  of  this  most  popular  flower.  Its  long  blooming  season  usually  extends  from 
early  summer  until  very  hot,  dry  weather,  and  no  other  climber  equals  it  for  cutting,  either  for  use  in  bouquets  or  for 

table  decoration. 


Sweet  Peas,  White  Spencer 


Hundreds  of  varieties  have  been  offered 
for  sale  by  seedsmen,  but  owing  to  recent 
marked  improvements  many  sorts  are  de- 
cidedly inferior  and  have  been  dropped 
from  our  list. 

In  describing  varieties,  by  "standard,”  is 
meant  the  wide  petal  at  the  top  of  the 
flower;  the  "wings”  are  the  two  petals 
below. 

Extra  Early  Blanche  Ferry  and  Earliest 
White,  being  the  earliest  known  varieties 
are  excellent  for  growing  indoors. 

For  outdoor  Planting  there  are  two 
general  classes.  The  more  extensive  is  the 
Grandiflora  or  large  flowering  division. 
This  class,  owing  to  its  general  vigor  of 
growth,  its  freedom  of  blooming  and  ex- 
tremely wide  range  of  colors,  is  best  suited 
for  most  conditions  of  growth  and  location. 

The  Spencers  are  of  exceptionally  large 
size,  the  standard  and  wings  waved  or 
frilled  and  the  general  effect  remarkably 
graceful  and  attractive.  A characteristic 
of  the  best  Spencers  is  an  "open  keel.” 
The  petal  or  envelope  enclosing  the  pistil, 
stamens  and  anthers  is  called  the  keel.  In 
a typical  Spencer  flower  grown  under  favor- 
able conditions,  the  anthers  and  stigma 
are  not  clamped  together  and  the  envelope 
of  the  keel  is  large  and  baggy  and  open 
at  the  top.  The  plants  of  Spencer  varie- 
ties are  usually  in  bloom  much  longer 
than  other  sweet  peas,  as  most  of  the 
blossoms  fall  off  after  maturity  without 
setting  pods.  The  Spencers  are  decidedly 
shy  seeders,  hence  the  price  will  doubtless 
always  be  higher  than  for  the  older  types. 

Culture.  Early  in  spring  make  a trench 
three  to  four  inches  deep  in  rich,  mellow 
soil,  so  arranged  that  no  water  can  stand 
in  it  and  plant  the  seed  in  the  bottom, 
covering  at  first  only  one  inch  deep.  Sweet 
Peas,  particularly  the  white  seeded  sorts, 
are  often  a little  difficult  to  start.  If  the 
soil  is  too  dry  they  will  remain  a long  time 
without  germinating;  if  it  is  too  wet  and 
cold  they  will  not  sprout  at  all.  In  soils 
at  all  heavy,  or  composed  largely  of  clay, 
put  about  one  inch  of  sand  in  the  bottom 
of  the  trench  and  sow  the  seed  on  this, 
covering  with  more  sand.  Cover  the  row 
with  a board  to  shed  the  rain  and  protect 
the  soil  from  the  hot  sun  but  remove  this 
as  soon  as  the  young  plants  appear. 

When  the  plants  are  two  inches  high, 
cultivate  and  as  they  grow  gradually  fill 
up  the  trench.  When  the  plants  are  about 
five  inches  high  it  is  desirable  to  furnish 
some  support  for  the  vines  to  run  upon, 
preferably  a wire  netting  firmly  supported 
by  stakes  to  prevent  sagging,  but  strings 
or  brush  are  often  used  with  satisfactory 
results. 

The  roots  should  not  be  allowed  to  be- 
come too  dry.  Water  applied  thoroughly 
once  or  twice  a week,  preferably  early  in 
the  morning  or  in  the  evening,  is  usually 
better  than  light  sprinkling  more  fre- 
quently. 

For  the  aphis  or  plant  louse,  spraying 
with  solutions  of  some  tobacco  extract  or 
whale-oil  soap  is  usually  effective;  and  for 
the  Red  Spider,  which  also  causes  trouble 
at  times,  spraying  with  pure  water  is  usu- 
ally sufficient.  A frequent  change  of  loca- 
tion has  also  been  found  important. 

A better  growth  of  vine  and  earlier 
blooming  often  results  from  planting  seed 
late  in  the  fall  instead  of  early  in  the 
spring. 

The  blooms  should  be  picked  before  they 
form  pods  or  the  plants  will  soon  stop 
flowering. 


Plant  seeds  that  you  possibly  overlooked  last  season. 


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WRITE  FOR  SPECIAL  PRICES  ON  LARGER  QUANTITIES 


SPENCER  VARIETIES.  This  group  includes  the  largest 
and  most  beautifully  formed  sweet  peas.  The  Spencers 
have  very  large  waxed  flowers  which  are  produced 
abundantly  on  long,  strong  stems,  making  the  blos- 
soms most  desirable  for  cutting. 

APPLE  BLOSSOM  SPENCER.  Bright  rose  standard  with 
wings  of  very  light  primrose  flushed  or  tinted  rose-car- 
mine. Very  large  Spencer  form.  A free  blooming  sort 
of  robust  growth.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c. 

ASTA  OHN.  Suffused  lavender  or  tinted  mauve  sometimes 
with  pinkish  tinge.  Spencer  form,  large  and  wavy. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c. 

BLANCHE  FERRY  SPENCER.  Rose-pink  standard; 
wings  white,  suffused  and  tinted  with  light  pink.  It  is 
a very  pleasing  bi-colored  sweet  pea  and  one  of  the 
most  attractive  varieties.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  40c. 
CAPTAIN  OF  THE  BLUES  SPENCER.  Purple,  with  blue 
wings,  beautifully  waved;  margin  of  petals  marbled. 

A very  distinct  and  pleasing  variety.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  35c. 

COUNTESS  SPENCER.  Bright  clear  pink  sometimes 
darker  towards  the  edges;  very  large,  open  form;  long 
stems.  The  first  variety  introduced  of  the  Spencer  type 
and  still  the  best  deep  pink  sweet  pea.  Giant  Pkt.  5c; 
Oz.  30c. 

GEORGE  HERBERT.  A bright,  rose-crimson  or  rose-car- 
mine Spencer  variety  of  large  size  suffused  with  magenta 
and  showing  veins  in  wings.  Both  standard  and  wings 
beautifully  waved.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  30c. 

LOYALTY  SPENCER.  Bright  blue  flaked  and  striped  on 
white  ground.  Flowers  of  large  Spencer  form.  The  best 
blue  striped  sort  yet  introduced.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz. 
$1.00. 

OTHELLO  SPENCER.  A beautiful,  deep,  pure  maroon 
of  very  large  Spencer  type.  The  most  reliable  of  the  ma- 
roon shades  of  Spencers.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c. 
PRIMROSE  SPENCER.  We  consider  this  the  best  prim- 
rose, or  cream  and  ivory  sweet  pea  yet  developed.  Spen- 
cer type,  large  wavy  petals,  frilled  at  edges;  clear, 
distinct  color.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  35c. 

STIRLING  STENT.  A rich,  deep,  metallic  salmon,  suf- 
fused with  orange.  A beautiful  Spencer,  especially  in 
artificial  light,  requiring  shading  to  show  true  color. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  $1.00. 

WHITE  SPENCER.  Standard  and  wings  of  pure  white, 
beautifully  waved  and  fluted.  One  of  the  very  best 
white  sweet  peas.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  75c. 

GRANDIFLORA  VARIETIES 

The  Grandifloras,  sometimes  called  the  Eckford  class, 
are  an  older  type  than  the  Waved  or  Spencer  sorts,  and 
the  flowers  are  not  so  large.  They  are  not  so  long  in 
bloom,  but  are  decidedly  cheaper  and  more  easily  grown. 
In  addition  to  the  classification  by  colors,  there  are  two 
typical  forms  of  grandifloras  recognized,  the  “open  form” 
and  the  “hooded  form,”  referring  to  the  shape  of  the 
standard.  ,,  , 

A group  of  Early  Flowering  sorts,  sometimes  called  the 
Christmas  class,  Includes  as  representative  varieties.  Extra 
Early  Blanche  Ferry,  Earliest  White,  and  Mont  Blanc. 

WHITE 

EARLIEST  WHITE.  The  earliest  ^looming  white  sweet 
pea.  Hooded  form.  Seed  black.  A most  desirable  va- 
riety for  forcing.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

EMILY  HENDERSON.  A clear  white  of  open  form. 
Unwin  type.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

PRIMROSE  OR  VERY  LIGHT  YELLOW 

HON.  MRS.  E.  KENYON.  Clear  primrose;  large  semi- 
hooded  flower.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

MRS  COLLIER.  A lighter  shade  of  primrose  than  Mrs. 
Kenyon.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

ROSE  WITH  WHITE  WINGS 

BLANCHE  FERRY.  Blooms  very  early  and  continues  to 
produce  abundantly  through  a long  season.  Standard 
medium  sized,  open  form,  bright  rose-pink;  wings  large, 
rounded,  nearly  white.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 
EXTRA  EARLY  BLANCHE  FERRY.  The  earliest  known 
sweet  pea.  It  will  be  found  to  be  the  first  to  furnish 
flowers  either  in  greenhouse  or  out  of  doors  and  it  will 
continue  to  furnish  them  in  great  abundance  longer  than 
most  varieties.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

ORANGE  PINK 

MISS  WILLMOTT.  A fine  orange-pink,  showing  veins  of 
deeper  tint.  Flowers  semi-hooded,  good  size,  on  long 
stems;  plant  very  vigorous.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

ST.  GEORGE.  Flowers  flame  color.  The  brightest  of  the 
orange-pink;  large,  of  open  form,  and  slightly  waved 
Unwin  type.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 


SHADES  OF  RED 

KING  EDWARD  VII.  Superior  to  Firefly.  A bright  crim- 
son-scarlet or  pure  red  of  largest  grandiflora  size.  Giant 
Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

PRINCE  OF  WALES.  Flowers  large,  shell  shaped;  pure 
rose-crimson.  A very  attractive  sort.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c. 

SALOPIAN.  Rich,  cardinal-red,  deeper  than  King  Edward 
VII;  large,  hooded  form.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  20c. 

PINK  AND  RED  STRIPES 

AMERICA.  Carmine  striped  and  splashed  on  white  ground. 
Open  form,  good  size.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

MRS.  JOSEPH  CHAMBERLAIN.  Large  flowers,  hooded 
form;  white,  striped  with  light  purplish  rose.  Giant  Pkt. 
10c;  Oz.  15c. 

LIGHT  PINK 

KATHERINE  TRACY.  Flowers  soft  but  brilliant  pink; 
open  form.  The  plants  are  vigorous,  and  give  a profusion 
of  flowers  which  continue  of  good  size  until  the  end  of 
the  season.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

LOVELY.  The  flowers  are  large,  abundantly  produced  and 
of  attractive  hooded  form.  Standard  and  wings  both 
deep  pink  shading  to  very  light  pink  at  edges;  white 
ground.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

LAVENDER  AND  LIGHT  BLUE 

COUNTESS  OF  RADNOR.  A beautiful  lavender  of  hooded 
form,  nearly  self-colored.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

LADY  GRISEL  HAMILTON.  A large,  soft  lavender, 
tinted  mauve;  similar  to  Countess  of  Radnor,  but  nearer 
blue;  hooded  form.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

MAUVE  AND  PURPLE 

MRS.  WALTER  WRIGHT.  A large,  hooded,  rosy  purple. 
Superior  to  Dorothy  Tennant.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

ROMOLO  PIAZANNI.  Flowers  rosy  purple,  changing  to 
lilac  and  blue.  Large  size,  hooded.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c. 

BLUE  AND  PURPLE 

FLORA  NORTON.  Flowers  light  clear  blue;  medium  size, 
hooded  form.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

LORD  NELSON.  (Brilliant  Blue)  Good  size;  semi- 
hooded.  This  is  considered  the  best  grandiflora  dark 
blue.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

BLUE  AND  MAROON  STRIPES 

HESTER.  Large,  open  grandiflora  type;  purplish  blue, 
marbled  and  shaded  on  white  ground.  Giant  Pkt.  10c; 
Oz.  15c. 

SENATOR.  Purplish  maroon  and  indigo  heavily  striped 
and  splashed  on  light  ground;  medium  size,  hooded  form. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

VIOLET  AND  MAROON 

OTHELLO.  A very  dark  maroon,  practically  self-colored 
with  almost  black  veining.  Large  size,  hooded  form. 
Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

STANLEY.  A deep  maroon,  warmer  than  Boreatton;  good 
size,  open  form.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 


MIXTURES  OF  SWEET  PEAS 

Most  people  obtain  more  satisfaction  from  planting 
Sweet  Peas  in  mixture  than  from  growing  named  sorts, 
but  to  be  successful  it  is  necessary  that  the  seed  be  of 
the  best  quality  obtainable.  Often  what  is  offered  as 
mixed  seed  is  stock  harvested  from  plants  that  have  come 
up  as  volunteers  on  ground  where  Sweet  Peas  have  been 
grown  before,  or  a lot  of  seed  which  has  been  grown, 
saved,  or  handled  so  carelessly  that  it  can  not  be  sold 
as  any  distinct  variety.  The  use  of  such  seeds  will  not 
give  satisfactory  results.  We  assure  our  customers  the 
Mixtures  of  Sweet  Peas  which  we  offer  are  the  results  of 
as  great  care  in  selecting  as  any  stocks,  and  as  fine  flow- 
ers are  obtained  from  them  as  from  any  seed  that  can  be 
bought. 

M.  G.  S.  Co's.  Superb  Mixed  JJfs  iSSture  X? 

combining  in  carefully  considered  proportions  twenty-one 
separate  named  varieties,  each  the  very  choicest  of  its 
class.  This  was  done  after  first  carefully  considering  the 
desirability  of  color,  form,  and  freedom  of  blooming  in  our 
many  trials  of  nearly  two  hundred  different  named  sorts. 
Nowhere  else  can  one  procure  a more  magnificent  mix- 
ture of  finely  formed  and  beautifully  colored,  large  flower- 
ing Sweet  Peas.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  15c. 

M.  G*  S.  Co’s.  Superb  Spencers  Mixed 

We  make  up  this  magnificent  mixture  by  combining 
eighteen  separate  named  Spencer  varieties,  each  of  which 
our  trials  have  repeatedly  shown  to  be  the  very  best  of 
its  class.  Unsurpassd  as  a mixture  of  this  superb  class 
and  showing  the  most  desirable  range  of  colors  and  the 
finest  forms.  No  better  mixture  in  all  the  world  than 
this.  Giant  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c. 


Our  Spencer  Sweet  Peas  are  the  best  ever, 


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Sweet  William 


(Dianthus  Barbatus) 

A well-known,  sweet- 
scented,  old-fashioned 
perennial  for  bedding  and  borders,  forming  fine  clumps 
in  any  good  garden  soil  and  under  proper  conditions, 
lasting  for  several  seasons.  It  is  one  of  the  most  desir- 
able for  display  in  the  garden.  The  plants  are  easily 
grown,  hardy  and  free  flowering.  They  produce  a suc- 
cession of  flower  clusters,  thus  affording  splendid  bloom 
for  several  weeks.  The  florets  are  handsomely  colored  and 
marked,  and  are  borne  on  stiff  stems  in  great  profusion, 
forming  dense  round  topped  heads  or  clusters,  often  three 
to  four  inches  across.  The  colors  are  exceedingly  varied, 
ranging  from  white  through  many  shades  of  rose,  lilac, 
red,  carmine,  crimson,  and  maroon  to  nearly  black,  usually 
two  shades  to  each  plant.  The  petals  are  barbed  or 
bearded  and  the  leaves  are  lanceolate  in  shape,  and  grow 
opposite  or  conduplicate. 

Hardy  perennial;  one  and  one-half  feet  high. 

Double  Mixed.  Double  flowers  in  a great  variety  of  colors 

and  shades Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Single  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


‘fl/’  11  £1  (Cheiranthus  elieiri)  This  is  a 

YY  aiinower  favorite  European  garden 

▼ Y UlliiV  TTVl  flower.  The  long,  fragrant  ter- 
minal spikes  of  the  Wallflower  when  properly  grown  are 
very  conspicuous  in  beds  and  borders  and  are  very  useful 
in  making  bouquets.  Tender  bushy  biennial  or  perennial 
that  will  live  through  the  winter  in  a mild  climate; 
height  of  plants  about  one  and  one-half  feet. 

Double  Mixed.  Deliciously  fragrant,  perfectly  double,  and 
combine  many  shades  of  color,  the  orange,  purple,  and 
chocolate  predominating Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Wil/1  rurumkor  (Echinoeystis  lobata)  This  is  a 
YT  11U  WUtUUIUCI  useful  climber  where  a rapid  and 
vigorous  growth  of  vine  is  desired.  To  cover  or  to  screen 
an  unsightly  building,  there  is  perhaps  no  annual  climber 
better  adapted  for  the  purpose.  The  vine  has  abundant 
foliage  and  is  thickly  covered  with  sprays  of  small  white, 
fragrant  flowers,  followed  by  numerous  prickly  seed  pods. 
Hardy  annual Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Wistaria  Ckiin^nQiQ  °ne  of  the  most  beautiful 

yv  isiaria,  \»,ninensis  and  rapid  growing  of  the 

hardy  perennial  climbers.  When  well  established  in  good 
soil  it  will  often  grow  fifteen  to  twenty  feet  during  the 


Tagetes— (See  MARIGOLD). 

Tropaeolum  Canariense — 

(See  CANARY  BIRD  FLOWER). 

Tropaeolum  Lobbianum — 

(See  NASTURTIUM,  TRAILING). 

Tropaeolum  Minor — 

(See  NASTURTIUM,  DWARF). 


Tm-onio  A fine  annual  with 
1 OiCllla  trumpet-shaped,  sky- 
blue  flowers,  each 
F ournieri  having  three  spots 
of  dark  indigo  blue  and  a yellow 
stain  in  the  center.  Plants  of  bushy 
habit,  about  ten  inches  high.  Ex- 
tremely handsome  when  grown  in 
pots  or  out  of  doors  in  a shaded 
location. 


Verbena 


This  well 
known  annual 
of  low  growing 
decumbent  habit  of  growth  is  very 
desirable  for  massing  in  beds  on 
the  lawn.  It  is  suitable  also  for 
borders  and  window  boxes. 

Large  clusters  of  showy  flowers 
are  borne  in  succession  through  a 
long  season  until  frost.  Each  truss 
or  cluster  is  about  two  to  three 
Inches  across,  and  includes  a dozen 
or  more  single  flowers  about  three- 
fourths  of  an  inch  across,  tubular 
with  five  spreading  lobes.  The  length 
of  stem  and  texture  of  the  flowers 
make  them  of  value  for  bouquets 
and  table  decorations.  There  is  a 
wide  range  of  colors,  shades  and 
stripes  usually  running  from  pure 
white  to  deep  purple. 


Mammoth.  Pink,  purple,  blue, 
white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Defiance.  Scarlet,  Firefly,  scarlet, 
white  eye Giant  Pkt.  20c. 

(Lucifer)  Intense  brilliant,  the 
best  of  all  reds... Giant  Pkt.  20c. 


Sweet  William 


Vinca 


(Periwinkle)  These  very  attractive  bushy 
plants  with  glossy  green  foliage  produce 
in  abundance  handsome  round  or  salver 
shaped  single  flowers,  suitable  either  for  culture  in  pots 
or  boxes  or  for  summer  bedding  and  borders.  Tender 
perennial,  blooming  the  first  season,  about  fifteen  inches 
high. 


Pure  White.  Beautiful  pure  white Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Rosea.  Rose  with  crimson  eye;  flowers  often  two  inches 
in  diameter.  A very  desirable  window  plant, 

Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Mixed.  The  above  named  varieties  mixed.  .Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Rosea  Albo.  White  with  crimson  eye Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Viola  Tricolor — (See  PANSY). 


V5i.mM5a«  Cirt„L  (Cheiranthus  maritimus,  Mal- 
V irgmian  OtOCK  comia  maritima)  The  plants 
are  of  more  branching  and  decidedly  more  open  in  habit 
than  the  common  Stock  (Matliiola)  and  are  very  useful 
for  border  or  edging.  Hardy  annual;  about  nine  inches 
high. 

Red  and  White  Mixed.  Clusters  of  beautiful  single  cruci- 
form flowers Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


season,  and  frequently  blooms  both  in  spring  and  fall. 
The  flowers  are  very  fragrant,  single,  pale  blue,  pea- 
shaped and  are  borne  in  long,  drooping,  grape-like  clus- 
ters, often  over  a foot  in  length.  Foliage  light  green, 
Pinnate - Giant  Pkt.  20c. 


Zinnia 


Sometimes  called  Youth  and  Old  Age. 
The  well  known  bush-like  plants  of 
Zinnias  produce  a profusion  of  large, 
double  imbricated  flowers,  usually  about  two  inches  across, 
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 
twisted  and  recurved  petaled  flowers  in  many  bright  col- 
ors, and  when  nearly  every  other  flower  has  been  killed  by 
frost,  this  plant  is  still  in  full  bloom.  Few  flowers  are 
more  easily  grown  or  bloom  more  abundantly  throughout 
the  season,  and  the  wide  range  of  color  is  not  less  remark- 
able than  their  unusual  depth  and  richness. 

Half  hardy  annual;  tall  growing,  usually  about  one 
and  one-half  to  two  feet  high. 


Tall  Giant  Flower.  Purple,  pink,  yellow,  white,  crimson, 

salmon  and  mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Dwarf  Giant  Flower.  Purple,  pink,  yellow,  white,  crimson, 

salmon  and  mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 

Pickotee  Mixed Giant  Pkt.  10c. 


Sweet  Williams  should  have  a place  in  every  Flower  Garden. 


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WHITE  FOR  SPECIAL  PRICES  ON  ALL  BULBS  IE  LARGER  QUANTITIES  ARE  WANTED 


Included  in  this  class  are  some  of  our  most  showy  gar- 
den flowers  and  their  culture  is  very  easy.  In  the  spring, 
after  danger  from  frost  is  over,  plant  in  a rich,  loamy 
soil,  having  a sunny  position  and  flowers  the  same  season 
are  assured.  All  bulbs  and  roots  will  be  sent  by  mail  or 
express,  charges  prepaid,  when  ordered  at  single  or  dozen 
rates.  At  the  100  rate  they  will  be  sent  by  express  or 
freight,  the  purchaser  paying  the  charges  unless  otherwise 
stated.  Not  less  than  six  of  any  one  variety  supplied  at 
dozen  rates  and  not  less  than  25  at  the  100  rate.  Orders 
with  money  should  be  sent  to  us  as  early  as  possible  and 
they  will  be  filled  in  rotation.  Bulbs  subject  to  injury  by 
frost  will  not  be  sent  until  such  danger  is  over. 


YELLOW  SHADES  GREEN  FOLIAGE 

YELLOW  KING  HUMBERT.  4 feet.  Like  King  Hum- 
bert in  habit  of  growth  and  flowering,  and  produces 
golden  yellow  flowers,  blotched  red.. 10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 


VARIEGATED  FLOWERS  WITH  GREEN  FOLIAGE 

NIAGARA.  3 feet.  Flowers  deep  crimson  with  wide  ir- 
regular border  of  golden  yellow 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

PANAMA.  3 feet.  Color  rich  orange-red  with  a border 
of  golden  yellow.  Flowers  of  large  size  with  enormous 
wide  petals. ... .8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 


• Tuberous  Rooted.  The  tubers  which 
onia  we  offer  are  of  the  very  best  quality 
and  with  proper  care  will  give  a beau- 
tiful display  early  in  the  summer.  For  growing  in  pots 
or  boxes  in  the  house,  plant  in  rich,  sandy  soil,  give  good 
drainage  and  water  freely  after  the  leaves  start  but  do 
not  let  the  soil  become  sour  or  soggy  from  over-watering. 
If  it  is  desired  to  have  a bed  outdoors,  select  a shady, 
moist  situation  making  the  bed  rich  with  thoroughly 
rotted  manure  and  leaf  mold,  if  obtainable.  Plant  as  soon 
as  danger  from  frost  is  over.  After  the  plants  start  into 
vigorous  growth  keep  well  watered. 

Each  Doz. 

Single,  pink  25c  $2.50 

Single,  scarlet  - 25c  2.50 

Single,  white  25c  2.50 

Single,  yellow  25c  2.50 

Single,  mixed  25c  2.50 

Double,  pink  25c  2.50 

Double,  scarlet  25c  2.50 

Double,  white  25c  2.50 

Double,  yellow  . . .■ 25c  2.50 

Double,  mixed  25c  2.50 

NOTICE — We  carry  in  season  a full  line  of  Potted  Plants, 
for  bedding  out,  for  decoration  purposes. 


CREAM  AND  WHITE  SHADE  WITH 
GREEN  FOLIAGE 

EUREKA.  4 feet.  The  best  white  Canna  for  all  purposes 
The  large  substantial  flowers  are  very  freely  produced 
on  strong  vigorous  plants ....10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 


BRONZE  FOLIAGE  VARIETIES 

DAVID  HARUM.  3 Vfc  feet.  Flowers  intense  vermillion- 
scarlet,  very  prolific ....8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

KING  HUMBERT.  4 feet.  This  is  the  grandest  Canna 
ever  offered.  The  large  heart-shaped  leaves  are  purple- 
madder  brown  over  bronze.  The  plants  are  crowned 
immense  heads  of  orchid-like,  velvety  orange-scarlet, 
rose  tinted  and  margined  at  the  base.  A combination 
of  leaf  and  blossom  incomparably  beautiful. 

.10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 


RED  SHADES  WITH  GREEN  FOLIAGE 

DUKE  OF  MARLBOROUGH.  4 feet.  Deep  crimson- 
maroon 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

FIRE  BIRD.  3 y2  feet.  A pure  glistening  scarlet,  with 
big  broad  petals  of  fine  substance.  .10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 


Cannas 


Select  Large  Flowering. 
They  do  well  in  all  sec- 
tions of  the  country,  and 
stand  pre-eminently  at  the  head  of  the  list, 
succeeding  in  any  sunny  position  in  any 
kind  of  soil,  but  responding  quickly  to 
liberal  treatment. 

Cannas  should  be  planted  in  good,  rich 
garden  soil,  mixed  with  half  of  old  rotten 
stable  manure,  by  the  end  of  May,  when 
danger  from  frost  is  past.  Water  spar- 
ingly for  first  two  weeks  after  planting. 
When  growing  freely,  water  liberally.  Set 
the  plants  about  18  inches  apart  each  way, 
and  if  more  than  one  kind  is  used,  be 
careful  to  plant  the  taller  growing  kinds 
in  the  center  and  the  dwarf  ones  along  the 
edge.  This  applies  to  planting  in  beds. 


PINK  WITH  GREEN  FOLIAGE 


MORNING  GLOW.  3%  feet.  A color 
contrast  of  more  than  usual  picturesque- 
ness; foliage  an  olive  green,  striped  and 
veined  with  bronze.  Flowers  exquisite,  soft  shell  pink 
with  orange  red  center 10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 

ROSEA  GIGANTEA.  3%  feet.  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 15c  Each;  $1.50  Doz. 

VENUS.  4 feet.  A gay  rosy-pink,  with  a well-defined 
border  of  creamy  yellow 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 


YELLOW  WITH  GREEN  FOLIAGE 

GLADIATOR.  4%  feet.  A leader  for  years.  Color  is  a 
bright  yellow  spotted  with  crimson.  No  other  cannas 
in  this  color  can  surpass  this  sturdy  robust  grower. 
8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 


Cannas 

OLYMPIC.  5 feet.  Rich  Oriental  red,  shading  lighter 
toward  the  center  and  dappled  carmine.  The  individual 
trusses  and  florets  are  very  large.  A very  free  bloomer. 

10c  Each ; $1.00  Doz. 

THE  PRESIDENT.  4 feet.  This  Canna  is  superior  to  any 
other'  red  variety  in  the  quality  and  also  the  quantity 
of  bloom.  Color  rich  glowing  scarlet  and  the  immense 
firm  flowers  are  produced  on  strong,  erect  stalks  well 
above  the  large,  rich  green  foliage.  The  foliage  is  en- 
tirely free  from  disease 15c  Each;  $1.50  Doz. 

WINTZER’S  COLOSSAL.  5 feet.  Without  a doubt  the 
largest  flowered  Canna  yet  produced.  Flowers  of  vivid 
scarlet  sometimes  measuring  eight  inches  across. 
15c  Each;  $1.50  Doz. 


GOLDEN  GATE.  4 feet.  The  flowers  open  almost  pure 
gold  but  soon  become  richly  rayed  with  orange-crimson 
and  apricot  centering  to  the  throat.. 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

RICHARD  WALLACE.  4 feet.  Canary  yellow  flowers. 
Very  floriferous.  One  of  the  best  yellows. 

8c  Each ; 75c  Doz. 


ROBUSTA  PERFECTA.  A distinct  and  handsome  sort, 
makes  a good  screen;  bearing  immense  leaves  eleven  to 
eighteen  inches  wide  and  three  feet  long,  of  a bright 
bronze-red  color;  the  flowers  are  insignificant;  six  to 
seven  feet  high;  with  good  cultivation  grows  8 feet: 
used  for  a screen  or  background. 5c  Each;  50c  Doz. 


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Caladium 


(Esculentum)  Known  also  as  Ele- 
phant’s Ear.  One  of  the  finest 
tropical  plants  which  can  be  grown 
In  the  open  air  in  the  north.  It  can  be  made  to  produce 
three  to  ten  leaves  three  to  four  feet  long  and  nearly  as 
wide,  on  stalks  four  to  six  feet  high. 

The  soil  best  suited  to  Caladiums  is  a mixture  of 
fibrous  loam,  leaf  mold,  peat,  and  well  rotted  cow  or  sheep 
manure  in  equal  parts,  with  a sprinkling  of  sand  added. 
Bulbs  may  be  planted  outdoors,  as  soon  as  danger  of  frost 
Is  over,  covering  about  three  inches  deep;  or  for  largest 
growth  start  early  indoors  in  pots  and  set  out  when  the 
weather  is  warm  and  settled.  But  little  water  must  be 
given  to  the  roots  till  active  growth  commences,  when, 
as  the  plants  develop,  they  require  an  abundance.  Hu- 
midity and  warmth  are  necessary  for  their  best  develop- 
ment. 


Mammoth.  15  to  17  inches 75c  Each 

Large  Size.  11  to  13  inches 50c  Each 

Medium  Size.  7 to  9 inches 25c  Each 


double  and  of  splendid  form,  the  petals  being  cleft  at 
the  tips,  adds  to  its  graceful  appearance;  it  is  early 
and  free  and  the  flowers  are  held  erect  on  good  stiff 
stems;  in  color  it  is  of  a delicate  blush  deepening  to  a 
glowing  but  soft  rose  toward  the  center ...  .Roots  $1.00. 

GEORGE  WALTERS.  (Cactus)  A favorite  very  large 
flowered  Californian,  producing  its  flowers  on  long  stiff 
stems  very  freely.  These  are  of  a pleasing  salmon  color 
with  shrimp  pink  shadings,  equally  fine  for  garden 
decoration  and  cutting Roots  $1.00 

ATTRACTION.  (Cactus)  A beautiful  Dahlia  that  is 
greatly  admired.  The  flowers,  which  measure  fully  6 
inches  in  diameter,  are  composed  of  gracefully  ar- 
ranged curled  or  twisted  petals  of  a lively  yet  soft 
silvery  mauve-rose,  with  white  suffusion Roots  75c. 

GALATHEA.  (Cactus)  A delicately  colored  very  free 
flowering  variety  of  medium  size  and  perfect  form; 
color  a tender,  delicate,  soft  pink,  a pleasing  tone. 

Roots  50c. 


Small  Size.  5 to  7 inches 10c  Each 


r\  1 1 • The  “Decorative’'  types  are  characterized 
| Jpl  n ll/^  by  gracefully  formed  flowers  of  large  size 
A/uiiuu  and  broad  petals  being  intermediate  In 
form  between  the  compact  “Show”  sorts  which  are  nearly 
round  and  the  “Cactus”  varieties  which  have  loosely 
formed  blossoms  with  long  twisted  petals. 


Dahlias.  Various  Varieties 


The  roots  are  tender  and  easily  injured  by  frost.  They 
should  be  set  out  three  feet  apart,  after  all  danger  of  frost 
is  oyer.  The  best  ;blooms  are  sometimes  obtained  if  plant- 
ing is  deferred  until  about  June  1.  The  soil  should  be 
deeply  dug  and  well  drained  but  only  moderately  enriched 
with  thoroughly  rotted  barnyard  manure.  A stiff  clay 
should  be  avoided.  A sunny  situation  is  desirable  as  well 
as  plenty  of  space  and  air.  Place  the  roots  horizontally, 
covering  two  to  three  inches  deep.  Give  thorough  cultiva- 
tion and  during  dry  weather  water  well  once  a week. 
Larger  blossoms  are  usually  obtained  if  most  of  the  side 
shoots  are  removed.  Dahlias  usually  do  not  require  much 
fertilizer  and  fresh  barnyard  manure  especially  should  not 
be  used.  The  plants  should  be  supported  by  tying  to  stakes. 
The  roots  should  be  placed  during  winter  in  a cool  cellar 
but  not  allowed  to  freeze. 


RHE1NKOENIG.  (Cactus)  An  ideal  white  variety  with 
flowers  over  five  inches  in  diameter,  of  splendid  form 
and  borne  on  long  stiff  stems  held  well  above  the  foli- 
age, of  great  substance,  lasting  well  when  cut. Roots  50c. 

YVACHT  AM  RHEIN.  (Cactus)  Delicate  rosy-pink  or 
shell-pink  with  white  suffusion.  It  is  an  early,  free, 
and  continuous  bloomer,  with  flowers  of  good  quality  to 
the  end  of  the  season;  these  are  of  good  size,  held  erect 
on  stiff  wiry  stems,  making  it  ideal  for  cutting,  exhibi- 
tion or  garden  decoration Roots  50c. 

EVANGELINE.  (Cactus)  A splendid  free-flowering,  5 to 
6 inches  in  diameter,  pure  white,  with  just  a tinge  of 
cream  at  the  center,  long  stiff  stems;  one  of  the  most 
desirable  whites Roots  $1.00 

F.  W.  FELLOWS.  (Cactus)  One  of  the  very  best  Cactus 
varieties  ever  raised,  with  flowers  of  unusual  size  for 
the  long  narrow  petaled  type  of  which  this  is  one  of 
the  finest  representatives.  In  color  it  is  an  intense 
coral-red  with  deeper  suffusion  at  the  center;  no  col- 
lection of  Dahlias  is  complete  without  it.... Roots  75c. 

GOLDEN  GATE.  (Cactus)  A very  large  hybrid  Cactus 
of  a rich  deep  golden-yellow  suffused  and  shaded  fawn, 
lights  up  well  under  artificial  light.  Long  stiff  stems; 
very  free Roots  50c. 

MARGUERITE  BOUCHON.  (Cactus)  One  of  the  most 
beautiful  Cactus  Dahlias  yet  introduced;  it  is  perfect 
in  form,  of  good  size;  in  color  a charming  shade  of  bril- 
liant yet  soft  rose,  with  a large  white  center  and  dis- 
tinctly defined  white  tips Roots  $1.00 

MISS  WILLMOTT.  (Cactus)  Very  free  flowering,  reddish 
apricot,  shading  to  golden-yellow  at  the  center. 

Roots  50c. 

PIERROT.  (Cactus)  A unique  and  striking  novelty  in 
color,  and  of  unusual  grace  and  refinement  in  form, 
being  composed  of  very  long,  tubular  narrow  petals, 
which  are  of  a deep  amber  color,  usually  showing  white 
tips,  but  even  when  it  comes  a self  color  without  these 
tips  it  possesses  an  individual  refinement  different  from 
all  other  sorts.  A wonderful  exhibition  flower  and  a 
splendid  garden  variety Roots  75c. 


DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS 

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  cut- 
ting or  decorative  sorts  in  the  garden Roots  35e. 

DR.  H.  L.  TEVIS.  (Decorative)  One  of  the  California 
giant  varieties,  with  a wonderful  record  as  a prize 
winner.  It  is  a magnificent  flower  of  a blend  of  copper, 
old  rose  and  old  gold  produced  on  the  best  stem  pos- 
sible,raised  well  above  the  foliage Roots  $1.00 

EASTON.  (Decorative)  Not  extra  large,  but  a variety 
of  brilliant  coloring  that  should  be  in  every  collection, 
good  form  and  remarkable  free-flowering  habit;  in 
color  a brilliant  Turkish  red Roots  35c. 

JACK  ROSE.  (Decorative)  Brilliant  crimson-red  similar 
in  shade  to  the  popular  “Jack”  Rose;  perfect  for  garden 
decoration  and  cutting Roots  35c. 

MADONNA.  (Decorative)  While  rather  flat  in  form,  it  is, 
nevertheless,  very  attractive;  the  petals  being  more  or 
less  curled  or  twisted  give  it  a most  graceful  appear- 
ance; color  white  with  just  the  faintest  suffusion  of 

mauve Roots  $1.50 


CACTUS  DAHLIAS 

HELEN  BURNBAUGH.  (Cactus)  Everybody  is  pleased 
with  this  and  while  of  California  origin,  we  believe  it 
is  even  better  here  in  the  East  than  in  its  own  home. 
The  flowers,  while  not  gigantic,  are  of  good  size,  very 


MONT  BLANC.  (Decorative)  An  early,  free,  continuous 
flowering  creamy-white  on  good  stiff  stems.  A most 
important  cut  flower  variety .Roots  35c. 

STELLA.  (Decorative)  Flowers  of  good  size,  of  a peach 
blossom  pink  with  yellow  shading;  very  free,  a fine 
cut  flower Roots  50c. 


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DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS 

(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  con- 
tinues in  good  shape  throughout  the  season.  It  holds 
its  flowers  well  above  the  foliage  on  stiff,  wiry  stems. 
Roots  50c. 

SYLVIA.  (Decorative)  Soft,  pleasing,  mauve-pink  chang- 
ing to  white  in  the  center;  a fine  cut  flower ..  .Roots  35c. 

W.  D’ARCY  RYAN.  (Decorative)  An  attractive  and  strik- 
ing fancy  variety  which,  unlike  other  fancy  varieties, 
rarely  produces  self-colored  flowers,  which  is  a rich 
violet-purple,  with  a heavy  white  tip Roots  $1.00. 


CUBAN  GIANT.  (Show)  Very  large  ball-shaped  flowers 
of  a bright  maroon,  free  and  early .Roots  35c. 

CHARLES  LANIER.  (Show)  Large,  rich  yellow. 

Roots  50c. 

GOLD  MEDAL.  (Show)  This  is  without  question  the 
finest  fancy  Dahlia  that  has  ever  been  produced.  It  is 
not  a new  variety,  but  it  is  only  rarely  that  we  have  a 
sufficient  supply  to  enable  us  to  offer  it.  It  is  an  early 
continuous  bloomer;  the  flowers  are  perfect  to  the  end 
of  the  season;  in  color  a bright  Dandelion  yellow,  beau- 
tifully streaked  and  splashed  with  Oriental  red. 

Roots  50c. 

RED  HUSSAR.  (Show)  Pure  cardinal  red Roots  35c. 


POLAR  BEAR.  (Decorative)  Unquestionably  the  finest 
white  decorative  variety  yet  introduced.  It  is  pure  in 
color,  the  flowers  are  of  great  size,  of  excellent  form, 
borne  very  freely  on  good,  long  stems,  and  it  lasts 
wonderfully  either  on  the  plant  or  when  cut.  .Roots  $2.50. 

PEONY— FLOWERED  DAHLIAS 

AMERICA.  Pure  shrimp-pink  with  golden  suffusion. 
.Roots  75c. 


WHITE  SWAN.  (Show)  Reliable  pure  white.. Roots  35c. 


CHOICE  DOUBLE  POMPON  DAHLIAS 

AMBER  QUEEN.  (Pompon)  Rich,  clear  amber  shaded 
apricot Roots  25c. 

GRETCHEN  HEINE.  (Pompon)  A dainty  flower  of  rose- 
tinted  white,  each  petal  heavily  tipped  crimson-car- 
mine  Roots  25c. 


AVALANCHE.  (Peony)  A splendid  white,  which  on  ac- 
count of  its  pure  color  should  have  been  called  Purity. 
Roots  75c. 

CEISHA.  (Peony)  The  showiest  and  most  attractive  of 
this  type  yet  introduced;  the  rich  colored  flowers  are 
original  in  form,  consisting  of  peculiarly  twisted  and 

curled  petals,  of  an  effective  and  rich  combination  of 
scarlet  and  gold Roots  $1.00. 

HORTULANUS  BUDDE.  (Peony)  Very  free-flowering; 
rich  rosy-scarlet;  particularly  attractive  under  arti- 
ficial light Roots  $1.00. 

INI  ME.  VAN  BYSTEIN.  (Peony)  Splendid  either  for  gar- 
den decoration  as  well  as  for  cutting;  a pleasing  soft 
shade  of  mauve-pink  on  good  stems Roots  50c. 

MRS.  G.  GORDON.  (Peony)  Splendid  large  lemon-yel- 
low  Roots  50c. 


COLLERETTE  DAHLIAS 

DAINTY.  Soft  rose,  deepening  to  carmine  center,  lemon- 
yellow  color Roots  35c. 

MAURICE  RIVOIRE.  (Collerette)  Ox-blood  red  and  white 
fringed  color Roots  35c. 

ROSETTE.  (Collerette)  Giant  size,  velvety  cerise  suf- 
fused white,  white  color Roots  35c. 

NEW  CENTURY  SINGLE  DAHLIAS 

ROSE  PINK  CENTURY.  Flowers  6 inches  and  over  in 
diameter,  of  a clear  rose-pink  color;  a strong  grower, 
with  long,  stiff  stems;  fine  for  cutting ..Roots  35c. 

SNOWFLAKE  CENTURY.  Very  free-flowering;  pure 
white.  The  finest  single  white  yet  introduced.  .Roots  35c. 

TWENTIETH  CENTURY.  Early  in  the  season  an  intense 
rosy  crimson,  shading  gradually  to  almost  white  on  the 
edges  and  a little  halo  around  the  disc.  As  the  season 
advances  the  flowers  become  lighter,  changing  almost 
pure  white  suffused  with  soft  pink Roots  25c. 

WILDFIRE  CENTURY.  Brilliant  cochineal  red  with 
orange-scarlet  suffusion:  habit  dwarf  and  free. 

• ••••••••• Roots  25c, 


SHOW  AND  FANCY  DAHLIAS 

A.  B.  LIVONI.  A splendid  clear  pink,  beautifully  quilled, 


of  perfect  form  and  very  free-flowering. .Roots  35c. 

ARABELLA.  (Show)  Light  sulphur-yellow,  shaded 
peach  blossom  on  edges ......Roots  35c. 


KLEINE  DOMITEA.  (Pompon)  Orange  buff,  always  U 


flower .Roots  25c. 

SNOW  CLAD.  (Pompon)  Fine  white ..Roots  25c. 

SUNBEAM.  (Pompon)  A fine  crimson ...Roots  25c. 

Each  Doz. 

Dahlia,  Double,  pink  * 15c  $1.50 

Dahlia,  Double,  scarlet  15c  1.50 

Dahlia,  Double,  white  15c  1.50 

Dahlia,  Double,  yellow  15c  1.50 

Dahlia,  Double,  mixed  15c  1.50 


(Bleeding  Heart,  Dicentra  Spectabilis)  A 
* hardy  perennial  plant,  with  finely  cut  fo- 

liage, blooming  in  the  spring.  Flowers  graceful,  heart- 
shaped,  pink  and  white;  borne  in  long  racemes.  Each,  25c; 
Doz.,  $2.50. 


GLADIOLUS 

WRITE  FOR  SPECIAL  PRICES  ON  ALL  BULBS  IF 
LARGER  QUANTITIES  ARE  WANTED 

The  Gladiolus  is  one  of  the  most  decorative  plants  in 
the  garden,  and  as  a cut  flower  lends  itself  readily  to 
any  arrangement.  If  the  spikes  are  cut  when  the  lowest 
flower  is  in  bloom,  the  others  will  open  in  succession  and 
remain  fresh  a week  or  ten  days.  No  flower  has  gained 
more  rapidly  in  public  favor  than  the  Gladiolus;  this> 
could  not  well  be  otherwise,  for  in  addition  to  the  great 
intrinsic  merit  of  the  flower,  it  is  hardy  and  blooms  the 
first  season  from  bulbs. 

Gladioli  will  thrive  in  almost  any  good  soil  except  a 
stiff  clay.  They  require  full  sunlight  and  are  liable  to 
injury  only  from  rank  manure.  Plant  bulbs  six  to  nine 
inches  apart,  the  large  ones  four  inches  and  the  small 
ones  two  inches  deep.  Make  an  early  planting  of  the 
smallest  bulbs  first  as  soon  as  the  ground  is  sufficiently 
dry  and  warm.  Continue  to  plant  at  intervals  of  two 
weeks  during  the  spring  and  early  summer;  in  this  way 
a succession  of  bloom  may  be  had  from  midsummer  until' 
frost.  A free  use  of  water  during  the  season  of  active 
growth  and  particularly  as  the  buds  begin  to  show  color 
will  be  beneficial  in  producing  fine  blossoms.  In  the  au- 
tumn, before  freezing,  they  should  be  dug  up  and  the  tops 
allowed  to  dry  down,  after  which  the  dry  tops,  earth,  and 
old  bulbs  can  be  removed.  Store  in  a cool,  dry  place,  se- 
cure from  frost  until  spring. 


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BULBS  AND  ROOTS— Continued 

GIANT  FLOWERED  VARIETIES 


AMERICA.  Conceded  to  be  one  of  the 
finest  varieties  for  cutting  or  bedding 
ever  sent  out;  color  a beautiful  soft 
flesh-pink;  orchid-like  in  its  coloring 
and  texture 5c  Each;  50c  Doz. 

BARON  HULOT  OR  BLUE  KING.  A 

really  fine  blue  Gladiolus,  in  color  a 
rich,  royal  violet  blue,  very  effective 
when  cut  and  used  in  conjunction  with 
a yellow  variety 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

CHICAGO  WHITE.  Pure  white,  lightly 
marked  with  lavender;  fine  for  cutting. 
8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

EMPRESS  OF  INDIA.  Rich  dark  maroon. 
One  of  the  best  dark  varieties 

10c  Each;  $1.00  Doz. 

HALLEY.  Large  open  flowers  of  a deli- 
cate salmon  pink;  very,  early. 
8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

LE  MARSHAL  FOCH.  Rose  pink  re- 
sembling America  in  color,  but  deeper. 
Blooms  same  time  as  Halley. 

10c  Each;  §1.00  Doz. 

LOVELINESS.  Very  large  flowers  of 
creamy  white,  suffused  with  soft  pink; 
a lovely  variety..  10c  Each;  §1.00  Doz. 

MR.  MARK.  Light  blue,  very  delicate, 
with  dark  spots.. 15c  Each;  §1.50  Doz. 

MRS.  FRANK  PENDLETON.  All  ex- 
perts 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  rivaling  many  of  the  fin- 
est orchids  in  its  richness  exquisite  in 
every  way 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

MRS.  FRANCIS  KING.  A striking  shade 
of  light  scarlet  or  flame  color,  one  of 
the  most  effective. . ,8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

NIAGARA.  A charming  variety,  of  a 
delicate  cream  yellow,  lightly  marked 
and  splashed  with  rose-carmine  in  the 
throat;  beautiful  as  a cut  flower. 
8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

ODIN.  Brilliant  orange-salmon,  stiff, 
straight  flower  stems. 

15c  Each;  §1.50  Doz. 

PANAMA.  A favorite  wherever  high- 
grade  varieties  are  grown;  in  color  a 
rich  rose-pink 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 


Gladiolus 


PEACE.  Immense  pure  white  flowers  with  a touch  of 
carmine  in  the  lower  petals.  These  are  borne  on  tall, 
graceful  spikes;  a beautiful  and  exceedingly  refined 
variety 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

PRINCEPS.  Immense  wide-open  amaryllis-like  flowers 
of  a rich,  dazzling  scarlet,  marked  with  white  on  the 
lower  portion,  which  serves  to  intensify  the  brilliancy 
of  the  scarlet 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 


GLADIOLUS  MIXTURES 

These  choice  assortments  must  not  be  confounded  with 
the  common  mixed  sorts.  We  recommend  this  stock  with 
perfect  confidence,  as  it  is  composed  only  of  choice  varie- 
ties and  purchasers  can  depend  upon  having  a magnificent 
variety  of  colors.  Single  and  dozen  prices  include  postage. 

The  100  rate  is  by  express  at  purchaser’s  expense. 


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  con- 
sidered the  best  and  freest  growing  yellow  variety. 
8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

WAR.  A magnificent  dark  variety  with  tall  spikes  well 
filled  with  large  flowers  of  a rich  blood-red  shaded  with 
crimson  black 8c  Each;  75c  Doz. 

WILLBRINK  (Sport  of  Halley).  It  retains  the  earliness 
of  that  variety,  but  has  a delicate  pale  pink  color, 
somewhat  similar  to  America 10c  Each;  §1.00  Doz. 


Shades  of  Pink  and  Rose 

Shades  of  Scarlet  and  Red 

Shades  of  Orange  and  Yellow... 

White  and  Light  Varieties 

Striped  and  Variegated  Mixed . . . 

Extra  Fine  American  Hybrids  Mixed.. 5c 
Groff’s  Hybrid  Seedlings.  A great  va 

riety  of  shades  and  markings 5c 

Lemoine’s  Butterfly  Varieties  Mixed. 

Throats  very  distinctly  marked 3c 


Each 

Doz. 

Per  100 

40c 

§2.00 

40c 

1.50 

60c 

4.00 

40c 

2.75 

. .5c 

50c 

3.00 

. . 5c 

50c 

3.00 

40c 

2.00 

. .3c 

25c 

1.75 

Gladiolus  should  be  planted  at  intervals  to  insure  a succession  of  bloom, 


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BULBS  AND  ROOTS — Continued 


LILIES 

No  flower  is  more  expressive  of  the 
idea  of  queenly  beauty  and  faultless  pur- 
ity than  the  Lily.  Nearly  every  variety 
we  offer  will,  with  a little  care,  endure 
the  severity  of  our  winters,  and  some 
are  among  the  most  hardy  of  our  garden 
flowers.  Most  lilies  last  a long  time  after 
cutting  and  are  admirably  suited  for 
decorative  purposes. 

Bulbs  should  be  planted  as  soon  as  the 
frost  is  out  of  the  ground;  the  earlier  the 
better.  Select  a well-drained  spot,  dig 
the  soil  deep  and  make  it  fine,  enriching 
it  abundantly  with  well-rotted  cow 
manure,  adding  a liberal  mixture  of  sand. 
Set  the  bulbs  from  three  to  five  inches 
deep,  according  to  size.  During  the  win- 
ter it  is  advisable  to  cover  the  surface  of 
the  bed  with  a thin  layer  of  manure 
which  will  afford  a slight  protection  to 
the  bulbs  and  also  materially  enrich  the 
soil.  In  spring  the  manure  may  be  re- 
moved or  dug  in  between  the  rows.  Care 
should  be  taken  that  they  have  proper 
drainage,  no  water  being  allowed  to  stand 
around  the  roots.  Once  firmly  estab- 
lished, they  should  not  be  disturbed 
oftener  than  once  in  five  years. 

To  produce  extra  fine  specimens,  plant 
bulbs  in  pots  early  in  spring  and  grow 
them  in  the  house  or  under  glass. 


Aiiratiiin  (Gold-Banded 

nuraium  .Iniinnl  Thi 


Lily  of 

Japan)  This  favorite 
garden  lily  is  one  of  the  grandest  plants 
in  cultivation.  Its  immense  ivory-white 
flowers  are  thickly  studded  with  yellow 
and  crimson  spots,  while  in  the  center  of 
each  petal  is  a golden  band,  fading  at  its 
edges  into  the  white.  Such  choice  bulbs 
as  we  offer,  if  well  cared  for,  will  give 
from  five  to  ten  magnificent  flowers  the 
first  year  and  under  good  cultivation 
will,  after  becoming  well  established,  give 
many  more.  Height  outdoors  in  the  open 
usually  three  to  five  feet.  35c  Each;  $3.50 
per  Doz. 


I rm  cn  fl ACimt  (Giganteum)  Beau- 
Longiuurum  ti£ult  pure  white, 
trumpet-shaped  flowers,  similar  in  form  to  Lilium  Harrisil, 
the  well-known  Bermuda  Easter  Lily,  and  preferred  by 
some  to  that  variety.  It  does  not  come  into  bloom  as  early, 
but  the  flowers  are  of  better  substances.  Extensively  used 
by  florists  for  cut  flowers.  When  grown  in  the  open  ground 
it  blooms  in  June  or  July.  Height  outdoors  in  the  open, 
usually  two  or  three  feet.  40c  Each;  $4.00  per  Doz. 

Sn^rin«inm  AlKmm  Pure  white  flowers  with  & 
ijpeciosum  rtlDUm  greenish  band  through  the 

center  of  each  petal;  of  great  substance,  very  fragrant. 
One  of  the  best  for  general  culture.  Height  of  plants  in  the 
open,  usually  two  to  four  feet.  35c  Each;  $3.50  per  Doz. 

Snf»rJr»<snm  RnKviim  (Roseum)  The  Speciosum 
opeciosum  l\umum  or  Lancifolium  are  among 
the  most  charming  and  brilliantly  beautiful  of  the  Japan- 
ese Lilies.  The  six  broad,  white  or  pink  petals  are  thickly 


Lilium  Auratum 


dotted  with  rose  or  crimson  spots.  Especially  thrifty  and 
hardy.  One  of  the  best  for  garden  culture.  Height,  two 
to  four  feet.  35c  Each;  $3.50  per  Doz. 

Tigrinum  Splendens  i.  oVmost  “m- 

ing  appearance  with  very  large,  nodding  flowers  of  ex- 
cellent form;  color,  orange-salmon  with  dark  spots.  The 
plants  are  of  more  robust  habit,  with  longer  flower  spikes 
than  the  older  type  and  are  highly  recommended.  Height, 
outdoors  in  the  open,  usually  three  to  four  feet,  sometimes 
taller.  20c  Each;  $2.00  per  Doz. 

Tigrinum  Flore  Pleno  This  magnificent  lily  is* 

of  stately  habit,  bearing  immense  clusters  of  very  large, 
double  flowers  on  tall,  strong-  stems;  color,  bright  orange- 
red  spotted  with  black.  Height  outdoors  in  the  open,  usu- 
ally three  to  five  feet.  20c  Each;  $2.00  per  Doz. 


np  1 The  flowers  of  this  well-known, 

I 1 1 DftirQSft  tuberous  rooted  plant  are  waxy- 
* white,  double  and  exceedingly  fra- 

grant. They  are  very  useful  in  bouquets  and  house  deco- 
rations. 


If  early  flowers  are  wanted,  fill  five-inch  pots  half  full 
of  well-rotted  cow  manure  and  the  remainder  with  good, 
rich,  sandy  soil.  Plant  the  bulbs  in  this  in  March  or  April, 
water  moderately  and  hasten  growth  by  putting  in  a warm, 
light  place.  When  weather  has  become  warm,  plunge  the 
pots  in  the  earth  out  of  doors.  They  will  usually  flower 
before  cold  weather;  if  they  do  not,  the  pots  can  be 
brought  in  and  bulbs  will  bloom  in  the  house. 


Dwarf  Excelsior  Pearl  ^T”rth. , bttIXVm 


Size  number  one,  4 to  6 inches Each  7c 

Size  number  two,  3 to  4 inches Each  5c 


MADEIRA  VINE 


Sometimes  called  Mignonette  or 
Mexican  Potato  Vine.  This- 


tuberous  rooted  climber  of  dense,  branching  growth  has- 
thick,  heart-shaped,  glossy  green  leaves  and  delightfully 
fragrant,  small,  feathery,  white  blossoms,  produced  in  long, 
hanging  racemes.  It  is  of  rapid  growth,  and  is  fine  for 
porches  and  covering  arbors  in  a single  season.  Perennial,, 
but  take  up  roots  in  fall,  as  the  plant  will  not  endure  frost. 
Each  5c;  Doz.  40c. 


TPITOMA  PFITZERI.  An  improved  variety  of  the- 
1 l\i  1 IVIAv  piant  sometimes  called  Bed  Hot  Poker. 
The  handsome  flowers  are  produced  in  large  spikes  of  rich, 
orange-red  tinted  flower  tubes.  Plant  two  feet  apart.  Trl- 
tomas  are  hardy  when  well  covered  in  winter.  Each  25c;. 
Doz.  $2.50. 


If  you  want  larger  quantities  of  bulbs  than  here  quoted,  write  for  our  low  prices. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


Fruit  Trees,  Small  Fruits  and  Grape  Vines 

Select  thrif-ty  young  trees  in  preference  to  old  or  very  large  ones ; the  roots  are  more 
tender  and  fibrous  and  they  bear  transplanting  better  and  are  more  apt  to  live;  they  can 
-•also  be  more  easily  trimmed  and  shaped  to  any  desired  form,  and  in  the  course  of  a few 
years  will  usually  outstrip  the  older  ones  in  growth.  If  not  prepared  to  plant  when  your 
■stock  arrives,  “heel  in”  by  digging  a trench  deep  enough  to  admit  all  the  roots,  and  set- 
ting the  trees  therein,  carefully  pack  the  earth  about  the  roots. 


SUMMER  VARIETIES 

EARLY  HARVEST.  Pale  yellow, 
fine;  August. 

RED  ASTRACHAN.  Large,  crim- 
son, juicy,  rich  sub-acid. 

•SUMMER  RAMBO.  Green  striped 
red,  sub-acid. 

YELLOW  TRANSPARENT.  Pale 
yellow,  good  quality. 


AUTUMN  VARIETIES 

-DELICIOUS.  Large,  dark  red, 
juicy,  aromatic. 

MAIDEN’S  BLUSH.  Large,  beau- 
tiful, blush  cheek. 

'RAMBO.  Yellow,  streaked  with 
red;  October  to  December. 


DUKE  AND  MORELLO  (Sour) 

4  to  6 feet,  first-class,  $1.50  Each;  $15.00  Doz. 
©YEHOUSE.  A very  early  and  sure  bearer;  ripens  a week 
before  Early  Richmond;  fine  quality;  June. 

EARLY  RICHMOND.  Medium,  dark  red,  fine. 

ENGLISH  MORELLO.  Dark  red,  rich  acid,  juicy. 

MAY  DUKE.  Large  red,  and  excellent  variety. 
MONTMORENCY.  Large  red,  fine  flavor;  finest. 

‘OLIVET.  Large  red,  tender,  rich;  sub-acid  flavor. 
REINE  HORTENSE.  Large,  bright  red. 


BARTLETT.  Large,  clear  yellow,  juicy;  August. 
FLEMISH  BEAUTY.  Large,  juicy,  rich  and  fine;  Septem- 
ber to  October. 

KIEFFER’S  HYBRID.  Large,  and  good  quality. 
SECKEL.  Small,  yellowish  brown. 

SHELDON.  Large,  round  russet-red;  October. 


Plums 

STANDARD 


Crab  Apples 

5  to  7 feet,  $1.00  Each;  $10.00  Doz. 

HEWES  CRAB  FOR  CIDER.  Best  cider  crab  grown. 

TRANSCEND  ANT.  Skin  yellow,  striped  with  red. 

Mulberries 

5 to  6 feet,  $1.00  Each;  $10.00  Doz. 

‘DOWNING’S  EVERBEARING.  One  of  the  most  pro- 
lific varieties,  bearing  an  abundance  of  large,  black  sub- 
acid fruits,  hardy. 

NEW  AMERICAN.  An  everbearing  variety;  large  fruit  of 
finest  flavor,  hardy. 

Peaches 

4 to  6 feet,  50c  Each;  $5.00  Doz. 

CHAMPION.  Creamy  white  with  red  cheeks,  freestone, 
excellent  quality;  early  in  August. 


ON  PLUM  STOCKS,  5 to  7 feet,  $1.50  Each;  $15.00  Doz. 
ABUNDANCE.  Large,  yellow,  with  heavy  bloom. 
BURBANK.  Large  variety;  color  red;  excellent. 
DAMSON.  Small,  oval  fruit,  purple,  hardy. 

GERMAN  PRUNE.  Medium,  oval  fruit,  purple, 

GREEN  GAGE.  Small,  delicious,  very  prolific. 
LOMBARD.  Medium,  red,  juicy,  productive. 

PURPLE  EGG.  Rich  purple,  fine  flavor,  best  market 
variety.  * 

RED  JUNE.  Large,  red,  fine  quality;  strong,  vigorous 
grower. 

Quinces 

4 to  5 feet,  $1.50  Each;  $15.00  Doz. 

MEECH’S  PROLIFIC.  Fruit  bright  yellow;  flesh  very 
fragrant  and  tender;  October. 

ORANGE.  Large  bright  golden  yellow,  fine  quality. 

We  can  furnish  all  varieties  of  fruit  trees,  etc.,  usually 
catalogued,  but  our  list  comprises  the  most  desirable  sorts. 


3 years  old,  5 to  7 feet  high, 
$1.00  Each;  $10.00  Doz. 


WINTER  VARIETIES 

‘BANANA.  Large,  golden  yellow, 
shaded  crimson. 

BALDWIN.  Large,  dark  red,  pro- 
ductive. 

•GANO.  Deep  red,  fine  quality; 
good  shipper. 

-GRIMES  GOLDEN.  Medium  to 
large,  skin  golden  yellow,  flesh 
crisp,  tender,  juicy,  long  keeper. 

JONATHAN.  Medium,  red  and 
yellow,  flesh  tender. 

NORTHERN  SPY.  Large,  striped 
red;  good  keeper. 

ROME  BEAUTY.  Large,  yellow  shaded  red,  tender. 

WEALTHY.  Large,  round,  skin  smooth,  splashed  dark 
red;  flesh  white,  tender,  juicy,  sub-acid. 

WINE  SAP.  Medium,  deep  red,  rich,  sub-acid. 

Cherries 

HEART  AND  BIGARREAU  (Sweet) 

5 to  7 feet,  first-class,  $1.50  Each;  $15.00  Doz. 

ALLEN.  Large,  nearly  black,  very  productive. 

'BLACK  TARTARIAN.  Very  large,  purplish  black,  juicy, 
rich,  excellent,  productive;  last  of  June. 

•GOVERNOR  WOOD.  Large,  light  red,  juicy,  rich,  deli- 
cious. Tree  healthy  and  productive;  June. 

NAPOLEON.  Large,  pale  yellow,  firm,  juicy. 

ROCKPORT  BIGARREAU.  Large,  yellow,  juicy. 

WINDSOR.  Large,  liver  colored,  fine  quality. 

"YELLOW  SPANISH.  Large,  pale  yellow,  with  light  red 
cheek;  late  June. 


Apples 


CRAWFORD’S  EARLY.  Large,  yellow,  of  good  quality, 
freestone;  early  in  September. 

CRAWFORD’S  LATE.  Large,  yellow,  with  red  cheeks, 

freestone;  last  of  September. 

ELBERTA.  Large,  yellow,  with  red  cheek,  flesh  yellow; 

firm,  juicy,  very  prolific;  September. 

HEATH  CLING.  Large,  flesh  white,  juicy,  and  melting; 
October. 

OLD  MIXON  CLING.  Large,  yellow  with  red  cheek; 

September. 

OLD  MIXON  FREE.  Large,  yellow  with  red  cheek; 

September. 

SALWAY.  Large,  creamy  yellow  with  crimson  cheek; 
October. 

Pears 

STANDARD  AND  DWARF 

6  to  7 feet,  first-class,  $1.25  Each;  $12.00  Doz. 


Apples 


All  fruit  trees  should  be  sprayed  intelligently.  Ask  us  for  booklet  telling  you  how. 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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FRUIT  TREES,  SMALL  FRUITS  AND  GRAPE  VINES— Continued 


SFT  FPT  r'RAPF^^'^y  do  well  trained  to  the  side  of  any  building  or  along  the  gar- 
OLLLL 1 Val\Alrllof|en  fences>  occupying  but  little  room  and  furnishing  an  abundance 

of  the  healthiest  of  fruit.  Make  the  soil  mellow  and  plant  the  vines  from  six  to  eight  feet 
apart.  All  Two-Year  Old  Selected  Stock  25c  Each;  $2.50  per  Dozen. 


Black  or  Purple  Grapes 

2 years  old,  20c  Each;  $2.00  Doz. 

CONCORD.  Large,  black  grape,  hardy  and  productive; 
juicy  and  sweet. 

IVES’  SEEDLING.  Dark  purple,  sweet. 

MOORE’S  EARLY.  Bunch  medium;  berry  large;  round, 
with  a heavy  blue  bloom;  vine  hardy  and  moderately 
prolific.  Its  large  size  and  earliness  render  it  desirable 
for  an  early  crop. 

WORDEN.  Larger  than  Concord  in  bunch  and  berry;  ex- 
ceptionally sweet,  sprightly. 

Red  Grapes 

BRIGHTON.  Bunch  large,  berries  large,  red,  round,  ex- 
cellent flavor. 

CATAWBA.  Berries  large,  round;  when  ripe  a dark  cop- 
per color;  sweet,  rich. 

DELAWARE.  Small,  light  red,  thin  skin;  very  juicy; 
sweet,  sprightly. 

25c  Each;  $2.50  Doz. 

White  or  Yellow  Grapes 

MOORE’S  DIAMOND.  White  good  sized  berries,  juicy 
and  sweet. 

NIAGARA.  Bunches  very  large  and  compact;  berries 
large,  light  greenish  white,  slightly  ambercd  in  the  sun. 

25c  Each;  $2.50  Doz. 

Blackberries 

90c  per  Doz.;  $5.00  per  100 

EARLY  HARVEST.  Dwarf  grower;  fruit  medium  size  of 
fine  quality.  The  first  to  ripen. 

ELDORADO.  Large  fruit,  borne  in  large  clusters  and 
ripen  well  together,  fine  quality,  good  keeper. 

RATHBCN.  A strong  erect  grower  with  strong  stem, 
branching  freely.  Fruit  very  large,  sweet  and  luscious, 
without  hard  core. 

SNYDER.  Medium  size  sweet  and  juicy,  extremely  hardy 
and  very  productive. 


Currants 

Best  Sorts — Strong  Two-Year  Old  Plants 
25c  Each;  $2.50  per  Doz. 

CHERRY.  Deep  red. 

FAY’S  PROLIFIC.  Color  rich  red;  the  leading  variety  for 
home  use. 

BLACK  PROLIFIC.  The  favorite  sort  for  preserving. 
PERFECTION.  A new  red  variety,  combining  size,  color, 
high  quality,  and  productiveness. 

WHITE  GRAPE.  Best  white. 


Dewberry 

90c  per  Doz.;  $5.00  per  100. 

LCCRETIA.  One  of  the  low-growing,  trailing  blackberries. 
It  has  proven  highly  satisfactory  wherever  tried,  and 
many  say  it  is  the  best  of  all  the  blackberry  family. 


Gooseberries 


25c  Each;  $2.50  per  Doz. 

DOWNING.  Large,  pale  green,  and  of  splendid  quality  for 
both  cooking  and  table  use. 

HOUGHTON’S.  Small  to  medium;  roundish,  oval,  pale 
red,  sweet,  tender. 

INDUSTRY.  Berries  of  largest  size,  excellent  flavor, 
pleasant  and  rich,  dark  red  color  when  fully  ripe.  Strong 
upright*  grower,  . an  immense  cropper. 


Raspberries 


90c  per  Doz.;  $5.50  per  100,  except  where  noted 
COLUMBIAN.  The,  fruits  are  cone  shaped  of  dark  red, 
almost  purplish  color,  rich  sprightly  flavorV 
CUMBERLAND.  The  largest  black  cap;  a healthy,  vig- 
orous grower;  very  productive. 

CUTHBERT.  Large,  firm,  deep  rich  crimson,  of  excellent 
quality,  tall,  strong,  and  vigorous. 

KANSAS.  The  hardiest  black  cap;  strong,  vigorous. 

ST.  REGIS.  It  is  wonderfully  prolific;  the  first  or  maip 
crop  being  far  greater  than  that  of  any  other  red  variety 
known.  It  fruits  on  the  old  canes  in  generous  quantities 
until  late  in  August.  By  that  date,  berries  begin  to  ripen 
upon  the  young  canes,  which  continue  to  produce  berries 
in  increasing  numbers  until  severe  frost.  The  berries  are 
a bright  crimson,  of  large  size  and  surpassing  quality — 


Concord  Grapes 


rich,  sugary  with  full  raspberry  flavor.  They  are  of  ex- 
ceedingly meaty,  firm  texture  and  keep  in  good  condition 
longer  after  being  gathered  than  any  other  red  rasp- 
berry  ..90c  per  Doz.;  $5.50  per  100 

Strawberries 

The  blossoms  of  those  marked  with  (P)  are  destitute  of 
stamens  and  are  termed  pistillate,  and  unless  a row  of  per- 
fect flowering  variety  is  planted  at  intervals  not  exceeding- 
about  a rod,  they  will  produce  imperfect  fruit  and  but  little- 
of  it;  but  when  properly  fertilized  as  a rule  they  are  more- 
prolific  than  those  with  perfect  flowers. 

Dip  the  plants  in  water  as  soon  as  received,  and  bury 
the  roots  in  moist,  shady  ground  till  you  are  ready  to  set 

them  out .....40c  per  Doz.;  $1.25  per  100* 

BRANDYWINE.  A fine,  large,  late,  handsome,  productive 
berry  of  excellent  quality;  regular  conical  form;  dark, 
glossy  red. 

BUBACH’S  No.  5.  (P)  Large  and  uniform  size,  fine  form 
and  color;  the  leading  market  sort. 

CARDINAL.  (P)  This  Strawberry  surpasses  all  in  size 
of  plant  and  abundance  of  runners;  fruit  stalks  tall  andi 
robust,  bearing  fruit  well  Off  the  ground;  color,  beau- 
tiful cardinal  red. 

GANDY.  One  of  the  best  late  varieties.  Berries  large,  of 
fine  form. 

GLEN  MARY.  Large,  to  very  large,  sometimes  flattened ;. 
sweet,  rich. 

HAVERLAND.  (P)  Very  productive  of  medium  to  large,. 

conical  berries  that  are  smooth,  regular,  mildly  sub-acid; 
SENATOR  DUNLAP.  Exceedingly  vigorous.  Fruit  large,, 
regular,  and  attractive  in  form,  deep  red  to  the  center. 
Firm  in  substance. 

WARFIELD.  (P)  Great  beauty,  firmness,  earliness,  pro- 
ductiveness, and  vigor  make  this  berry  most  popular. 
WM.  BELT.  Berries  very  large,  conical,  bright  red,  of 
good  flavor.  The  plant  is  strong,  healthy,  very  fruitful. 
Season  medium  to  late. 

SUPERB.  The  Ever-bearing  Strawberry — is  a truly  won- 
derful fall-bearing  variety,  and  what  makes  it  unusually 
profitable  is  the  fact  that  it  also  produces  a heavy  yield 
of  choice  fruit  in  the  early  summer,  along  with  the 
standard  varieties.  They  continue  to  give  large  yields  of 
choice  berries  throughout  August,  September,  and  ln> 
October  up  to  the  time  the  ground  is  slightly  frozen. 
Plants  of  this  variety  which  are  set  in  the  spring  should: 
have  the  blossoms  removed  until  the  first  of  July. 

50c  per  Doz.;  $2.50  per  10© 


Use  plenty  of  fertilizers.  They  are  big  crop  makers. 


60 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


Everblooming  Hybrid  Tea  Roses 


All  Roses  on  this  page  strong  two-year  old  field  grown — 75c  Each;  $7.50  per  Dozen 


Shades  of  Pink 


Rose  Premier 


Red  Shades,  Dark  and  Light 

■GRUSS  AN  TErLITZ.  Dark  rich  crimson,  passing  to 
velvety  fiery  red.  An  exceptionally  free  bloomer  and 
one  of  the  brightest  colored  red  Roses  grown.  The 
canes  are  strong  and  vigorous,  producing  blooms  con- 
stantly from  June  till  frost.  A very  fragrant  variety 
and  no  trouble  to  grow. 

'HELEN  GOULD.  Rich,  vinous  crimson  in  color,  some- 
what resembling  a luscious,  ripe  watermelon.  The 
flowers  are  large,  full,  and  deliciously  sweet-scented. 
They  are  produced  freely  throughout  the  growing  sea- 
son on  strong  stems.  A splendid  flower  for  cutting. 

HOOSIER  BEAUTY.  A large,  full  flower  with  well- 
shaped buds;  color  is  an  exceptionally  attractive,  glow- 
ing crimson;  sweetly  scented.  The  plant  is  a vigorous 
grower  and  one  of  the  most  attractive  reds  in  cultiva- 
tion. Highly  commended. 

RICHMOND.  Bright,  glowing  crimson  scarlet.  Produced 
on  long  stems  suitable  for  cutting.  The  flowers  are 
not  very  double  but  the  buds  are  perfectly  lovely  and 
you  will  find  this  Rose  almost  constantly  in  bloom. 

■JONKHEER  J.  L.  MOCK.  The  color  is  carmine  on  the 
outside,  and  imperial  pink  on  the  inside  of  the  flower. 
The  blooms  are  very  large,  perfectly  formed,  and  highly 
perfumed.  Plant  an  entire  Rose-bed  of  this  one  kind. 


White,  Cream  and  Tinted 

KA1SERIN  AUGUSTE  VICTORIA.  This  is  one  of  the  most 
beautiful  Roses  grown.  Its  extra  large  exquisitely 
formed  flowers  are  borne  singly  on  strong  upright 
stems,  making  it  very  popular  as  a cut  flower.  Buds 
are  long  and  pure  white. 

Yellow  and  Copper  Shades 

MRS.  AARON  WARD.  Fine  Indian  yellow,  sometimes 
washed  with  salmon-rose.  Flowers  are  full  double  and 
as  attractive  when  full  blown  as  in  the  bud  state. 
The  young  foliage  is  a rich,  bronzy  green. 

-SUNBURST.  Color  a rich  cadmium-yellow,  with  orange- 
yellow  center.  A magnificent  free-blooming  variety, 
especially  handsome  in  bud  form.  A vigorous  grower 
with  flowers  of  elongated  cup  form.  Valuable  as  a 
cut  flower. 


LA  FRANCE.  This  Rose  was  introduced  in  1867  and  has 
been  a favorite  ever  since.  Both  buds  and  flowers  are 
of  lovely  form,  grand  size  and  very  highly  perfumed. 
Color  peach-blossom-pink,  clouded  with  rosy  flesh. 

MME.  CAROLINE  TESTOUT.  Large,  full  flowers  and 
handsome  buds  which  resemble  the  famous  La  France 
Rose.  Color  is  clear,  rich  pink,  finely  edged  with  silvery 
rose.  In  great  demand  for  mass  planting. 

MRS.  CHARLES  RUSSELL.  This  is  called  the  Pink  Amer- 
ican Beauty.  Color  is  a lovely  bright  rose-pink,  deeper 
toward  the  center.  Buds  large  and  pointed. 

OPHELIA.  Salmon-flesh  color,  shaded  with  rose.  The 
blooms  come  on  strong  stems,  and  the  perfectly  formed 
flowers  are  very  lasting  when  cut. 

PREMIER  (New).  A magnificent  novelty  with  splendid, 
double,  large,  fragrant  flowers  of  rich,  deep,  rose-color. 
It  is  practically  thornless  and  is  destined  to  become  very 
popular. 

RADIANCE.  An  ideal  bedding  variety  of  very  free-flower- 
ing habit.  Color  rosy  carmine  and  soft  pink. 

KILLARNEY  ROSES 

PINK  KILLARNEY.  Remarkable  for  its  .freedom  of 
bloom  and  the  large  size  of  its  intensely  fragrant 
flowers.  The  buds  are  large,  long,  and  pointed.  Color 
is  exquisite — a brilliant  imperial  pink,  sparkling  and 
beautiful  almost  beyond  description.  A bed  of  these 
beauties  in  full  bloom  is  a sight  not  easily  forgotten. 
A bouquet  of  these  Roses  is  always  a welcome  gift. 

WHITE  KILLARNEY.  More  double  than  Pink  Killarney, 
and  the  flowers,  made  up  of  long,  firm  petals,  are  pure 
waxy  white  and  very  sweet. 

KILLARNEY  BRILLIANT.  Flower  is  larger,  more  double 
and  a more  brilliant  pink  than  the  parent  Killarney. 
It  is  also  fragrant  and  blooms  freely. 

Polyantha,  or  Baby  Rambler  Roses 

BABY  TAUSENDSCHON.  An  exact  counterpart  of  the 
grand  climber,  “Tausendschon,”  except  in  habit  of 
growth. 

CECILE  BRUNNER.  The  delicate  buds  are  of  perfect 
form  and  color,  which  at  first  is  rose  pink,  shading  to  a 
deep  salmon  pink,  and  showing  a rich  orange  center, 
toning  to  a pale  flesh  color  when  fully  opened. 

CLOTHILDE  SOUPERT.  A grand  bedding  rose  pearly 
white  shading  to  a pure  rose  pink. 

ERNA  TESC1IENDORFF.  Bright  red,  being  superior  to 
the  Crimson  Baby  Rambler. 


Rose,  Climbing  American  Beauty 


Spray  Roses  regularly  to  prevent  blight  and  Rose  Aphis. 


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Hardy  Climbing  Roses 

AMERICAN  PILLAR.  The  enormous  flowers  sometimes 
measuring  3 inches  across,  are  borne  in  large  clusters 
and  are  produced  with  the  greatest  freedom.  Color  is  a 
delightful  shade  of  pink. 

CRIMSON  RAMBLER.  The  trusses  of  bright  crimson 
flowers  are  freely  produced.  It  is  one  of  the  easiest 
Roses  to  grow  for  hedges,  pillars,  arches,  pergolas,  etc. 

DOROTHY  PERKINS.  One  of  the  best.  The  flowers  are 
borne  in  clusters  and  are  very  double.  The  color  is  a 
most  beautiful  shell  pink  and  holds  a long  time  without 
fading. 


FLOWER  OF  FAIRFIELD.  A sport  from  Crimson  Ram- 
bler, with  same  climbing  habit,  hardiness  and  immense 
trusses  of  crimson  flowers. 

PHILADELPHIA  RAMBLER.  Identical  with  the  Crimson 
Rambler  except  the  color  is  deeper  and  more  lasting, 
the  flowers  are  perfectly  double  to  the  center  and  come 
into  flower  about  10  days  after  the  Crimson  Rambler. 

TAUSENDSCHON.  The  flowers  appear  in  large  clusters, 
from  the  beginning  of  June  till  the  end  of  July.  A 
beautiful  soft  pink,  same  color  as  Clothilde  Soupert, 
later  on  changes  into  rose  carmine. 

GARDENIA.  (Wiehuriana)  Buds  bright  yellow,  opening 
double  flowers  of  a cream  color.  Suitable  for  climbing 
over  walls,  arbors,  stumps  of  trees,  and  for  trailing  over 
rocks  or  rough  ground. 


Climbing  Vines 


AMPELOPSIS  VEITCHII.  (Japan  Creeper  or 

Boston  Ivy)  The  leaves  are  small  on  young 
plants,  which  at  first  are  an  olive  green 
color,  changing  to  red  in  the  autumn;  as  the 
plant  acquires  age  the  leaves  increase  in  size. 
The  best  climbing  plant  for  covering  brick  or 
stone  walls. 

AMPELOPSIS  ROBUSTA.  A strong  vigorous 

grower.  A quicker  grower  than  Veitchii. 
AMPELOPSIS  QUINQUEFOLIA.  (Virginia 
Creeper)  For  covering  walls,  verandas,  and 
trunks  of  trees. 

Above  , 50c  Each 

ARISTOLOCHIA  SIPHO.  (Dutchman’s  Pipe) 

Hardy  vine  of  rapid  growth,  with  very  large 

heart-shaped  leaves $1.00  Each 

BIGNONIA  RADICANS.  (Trumpet  Vine)  Flow- 
ers trumpet-shaped,  bright  scarlet ....  50c  Each 


Clematis 

COMMON  WOODBINE.  A strong,  rapid  grower;  flowers 
very  showy;  red  outside,  buff  within. 

HALLEANA.  Nearly  evergreen;  flowers  pure  white. 
SCARLET  TRUMPET.  Scarlet  inodorous  flowers. 

IVY,  ENGLISH.  Beautiful  evergreen  vine.  For  hanging 


baskets,  window-boxes,  and  vases ....40c  Each 

KUDZU  VINE.  (Or  Jack-and-the-Bean-Stalk)  A rapid 

growing  vine 40c  Each 

MOON  FLOWER  PLANTS 25c  Each 


WISTARIA,  CHINESE.  Delicate  violet  blue  blossoms. 

50c  Each 

WISTARIA,  CHINESE  WHITE.  Pure  white  flowers. 

50c  Each 


Clematis 


DUCHESS  OF  EDINBURGH.  A free-flowering 
double  white. 

GIPSY  QUEEN.  One  of  the  finest  of  the  dark 
purple. 

HENRY  II.  Fine  large,  creamy  white  flowers. 
JACKMANII.  Intense  violet  purple. 

VILLE  de  LYON.  Magnificent  brilliant  crimson. 

The  above  named  Clematis $1.00  Each 

PANICULATA.  (Japanese  Clematis)  Pure  white, 
very  fragrant,  borne  in  large  clusters;  small 

flowering  50c  Each 

CARDINAL  CLUMBER.  A graceful  annual 
climber.  The  flowers  are  a fiery  cardinal  red, 
flowering  from  mid-summer  until  frost.  Plant  in  good, 
rich  soil  when  all  danger  of  frost  is  over, 

Plants,  50c  Each 

COBAEA  SCANDENS.  (Cathedral  Bells)  Purplish  lilac 
flowers.  Rapid  grower 50c  Each 


Honeysuckles 

40c  Each 

AUREA  RETICULATA.  Foliage  variegated  yellow  and 
green  with  yellowish  white  fragrant  flowers. 

MONTHLY  FRAGRANT  OR  DUTCH.  Blooms  all  summer. 


Hardy  Perennial  Plants 

The  steadily  increasing  demand  for  hardy  plants  has  been  little  short  of  marvelous.  We 
are  in  a position  to  supply  all  varieties  in  any  quantity.  If  large  quantities  are  wanted, 
write  for  special  prices.  All  perennials,  25c  Each;  $2.50  per  Doz.  (except  where  noted). 


ACHILLEA.  (Sneeze wort)  The  Pearl.  Flowers  of  the 
purest  white.  2 feet  high. 

ANCHUSA  ITALICA.  (Dropmore  Variety)  Remarkable 
for  its  free  and  continual  flowering  all  summer  and  the 
beautiful  gentian-blue  of  its  flowers;  grows  about  five 
feet  high. 

ANTHEMIS  TINCTORIA.  The  hardy  Marguerites  are 
summer-flowering  perennials,  growing  about  15  inches. 
Large  golden  yellow  flowers. 

ANTIRRHIUM.  (Snap  Dragon)  Assorted  colors. 

ANEMONE  JAPONICA.  (Wind  Flowers)  They  grow  2 
to  3 feet  and  are  in  bloom  from  August  till  mid-Novem- 
ber, furnishing  abundant  cut  flowers  and  a brilliant 
display. 

AQUILEGIA.  (Columbine)  The  distinct,  clear-cut  foliage 
and  delicate  arrangement  of  colors  in  the  flowers  of  Col- 
umbine, make  it  one  of  the  showiest  and  most  desirable 
of  the  hardy  garden  plants. 

ASTERS.  (Michaelmas  Daisies,  or  Starworts)  These  are 
among  the  showiest  of  our  late-flowering  hardy  plants, 
giving  a wealth  of  bloom  at  a season  when  most  other 
hardy  flowers  are  past,  and  for  the  best  effect  should  be 
planted  in  masses  of  one  color.  The  hardy  sorts  are  en- 
tirely distinct  from  Annual  Asters,  being  smaller  in 
bloom,  but  produced  in  greater  quantity. 

BEGONIA,  HARDY.  Exceedingly  useful  plants  for  the 
garden,  good  for  shady  places.  Lustrous  bronze  green 
foliage  with  small  pink  flowers. 


BOCCONIA.  (Plume  Poppy)  Cordata.  A splendid  plant, 
growing  sometimes  6 feet  high,  bearing  panicles  of 
creamy-white  flowers  in  July  and  August;  makes  a grand 
effect  as  a centre  in  a hardy  bed  or  a border  background. 
BOLTONIA.  (False  Chamomile)  Tall-growing  showy 
plants,  with  flowers  resembling  hardy  Asters;  appearing 
in  September. 

CAMPANULAS.  (Bell  Flower)  Bell-shaped  flowers,  well- 
known  and  most  easily  grown;  equally  useful  for  flower 
border,  shrubbery,  or  wild  garden. 

Calyeanthema.  (Cup  and  Saucer)  White,  pink,  or  blue. 
Medium.  (Canterbury  Bell)  Single  white,  single  blue, 
and  single  pink. 

CHRYSANTHEMUMS,  HARDY.  These  varieties  are  very 
popular  for  out-door  bedding.  They  will  produce  an 
abundance  of  bloom  until  killed  by  frost. 

Old-Fashioned,  Large  Flowering — Autumn  Glow.  Rose- 
crimson.  Indian.  Red.  Golden  Queen.  Yellow.  Old 
Homestead.  Pink.  Victory.  White. 

Pompons — Baby,  a miniature  lemon-yellow.  Boston. 
Golden-bronze.  Cerise  Queen.  Cerise  pink.  Gold  Nug- 
get. • Golden-yellow,  inner  petals  tinged  red.  Golden 
Pheasant.  Rich  golden -yellow.  Julia  Lagravere.  Rich 
garnet.  Model  of  Perfection.  White.  Pi-esident.  Pur- 
plish-crimson. Rhoda.  Apple-blossom  pink.  St.  Illoria. 
Silver-rose,  quilled  petals.  Strathmeath.  Rosy-pink. 
The  Hub.  Fine  white. 


Vines  and  Perennials  like  good  soil.  Fertilize  frequently. 


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HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS— Continued 


COREOPSIS  LANCEOLATA 
GRANDIFEORA.  A beauti- 
ful hardy  border  plant; 
grows  18  inches  high,  and 
produces  its  bright  golden 
yellow  flowers  in  great  pro- 
fusion the  entire  season. 
DELPHINIUMS.  (Perennial 
Larkspur)  These  are  deserv- 
edly one  of  the  most  popu- 
lar subjects  in  the  hardy 
border,  bold,  attractive,  and 
highly  prepossessing  plants 
of  easiest  culture;  perfectly 
hardy.  They  will  establish 
themselves  in  almost  any 
garden  soil,  but  respond 
quickly  to  liberal  treatment. 
Belladonna.  The  freest  and 
most  continuous  blooming  of 
all.  The  clear  turquoise-blue 
flowers  are  not  surpassed  by 
any. 

Formosum.  Dark  blue,  white 
center,  spikes  3 to  4 feet 
tall,  vigorous;  free  blooming. 
Giant  Hybrids.  Unquestion- 
ably the  finest  strain  of 
mixed  hybrids  ever  offered. 
The  original  stock  came 
from  Europe,  and  consisted 
of  the  best-named  varieties. 
The  plants  are  of  strong, 
vigorous  habit,  with  large 
flowers  on  spikes  two  feet 
and  over  long,  the  majority 
running  in  the  lighter  shades  of  blue. 


DIELYTRA  SPECTABILIS.  (Bleeding  Heart,  or  Seal 
Flower)  An  old-fashioned  favorite;  its  long  racemes  of 
graceful  heart-shaped  pink  flowers  are  always  attractive; 
is  perfectly  at  home  in  any  part  of  the  hardy  border,  and 
especially  valuable  for  planting  in  the  shade. 


DIGITALIS.  (Foxglove)  The  strong  flowerstalks — fre- 
quently 4 to  6 feet  high — rising  from  rich  and  luxuriant 
masses  of  leaves,  always  give  an  appearance  of  strength 
to  the  hardy  border. 


HIBISCUS.  (Mallow)  These  are  a mass  of  bloom  during 
the  entire  summer,  when  they  produce  large  flowers  in 
gorgeous  colors. 

Crimson  Eye.  Blooms  of  purest  white  with  deep  crimson 
eye;  flowering  in  July;  4 feet. 

Mallow  Marvels.  A robust  type  of  upright  habit,  pro- 
ducing an  abundance  of  large  flowers  in  all  the  richest 
shades  of  crimson,  pink  and  white. 

Giant-flowering  Marshmallows.  Flowers  of  enormous 
size,  frequently  10  to  12  inches  in  diameter,  have  been 
developed.  They  af>J)ear  to  be  equally  at  home  in  all 
positions,  having  the  same  vigor  in  dry  and  wet  ground, 
and  are  perfectly  hardy.  They  grow  from  5 to  8 feet 
high,  and  are  very  floriferous,  blooming  from  early  in 
July  until  late  in  autumn.  We  offer  three  distinct  colors 
— red,  pink,  and  white — strong  roots.  One  each  of  the  3 

colors  for  $1.00 35c  each;  $3.50  per  doz. 

HOLLYHOCK.  For  planting  in  rows  or  groups  on  the 
lawn,  or  for  interspersing  among  shrubbery,  they  are 
invaluable.  They  require  rich,  deep  soil,  well  drained. 
Double  White,  Double  Rose,  Double  Yellow,  Double  Red. 
Double  Mixed,  Single  Mixed,  Allegheny  Fringed  Mixed. 
IBERIS.  (Hardy  Candytuft)  Sempervirens.  Low-grow- 
ing with  evergreen  foliage.  In  spring  and  early  summer 
is  completely  covered  with  dense  heads  of  pure  white 
flowers. 


German  Iris 

(IRIS  GERMANICA) 

For  the  best  results  plant  in  a well-drained  sunny  posi- 
tion, barely  covering  the  roots.  Avoid  fresh  manure  in 
preparing  your  border. 

BARON  VON  HUMBOLDT.  Dark  blue. 

CANARY  BIRD.  Light  yellow  or  buff,  very  fine. 
CELESTE.  Fine  satiny  blue.  One  of  the  most  beautiful 
German  Irises. 

COERULEA.  Sky  blue. 

FLORENTINA  ALBA.  White;  one  of  the  most  desirable. 
KING  OF  YELLOWS.  Yellow. 

LTNNOCENCE.  Pure  white  veined  with  orange  purple. 
QUEEN  VICTORIA.  Blue,  changing  to  pale  bluish  white. 
THORBECKE.  White  and  deep  violet. 


GRASSES.  (Ornamental)  See  page 
81. 


HELENIUM.  (Sneezewort)  These 
are  desirable  border  plants,  suc- 
ceeding in  any  soil  in  a sunny 
location,  useful  for  cutting. 
Riverton  Gem.  Old-gold,  chang- 
ing to  wall-flower  red. 

HELIANTHUS.  (Hardy  Sunflower) 
The  perennial  Sunflower  is  very 
effective  either  in  borders,  among 
shrubbery,  or  as  clumps  on  the 
lawn,  etc.;  4 to  6 feet. 

HELIOPSIS.  (Orange  Sunflower) 
Very  similar  to  a small  sunflower, 
but  blooming  earlier;  deep  golden 
yellow;  all  summer.  June  till 
frost;  3 feet  high. 


HEMEROCALLIS.  (Yellow  Day 
Lily)  Lily-like  plants,  which 
flower  in  greatest  profusion  dur- 
ing the  summer. 


Japanese  Iris 

(IRIS  KAEMPFERI) 

They  like  rich  soil  and  plenty  of  water  when  they  are 
forming  buds  and  developing  flowers. 

AZUMA  NISHIKI.  Outer  petals  have  soft  pink  ground, 
shading  to  white  at  edges,  inner  petals  lilac.  Bright 
yellow  star  center,  standards  white  with  red  borders. 
AZUMA  YUKI.  Petals  rosy  purple  with  heavy  white  veins, 
standards  brownish-red,  striped  with  yellow,  yellow  star 
center. 


HEUCHERA.  (Alum  Root)  Foliage 
remains  close  to  the  ground.  Dur- 
ing July  and  August  the  graceful 
thin  flower  spikes,  2 feet  high, 
appear  in  profusion. 


Iris 


FUNKIA.  The  Plantain  Lilies  are  among  the  easiest 
plants  to  manage;  their  broad,  massive  foliage  makes 
them  attractive  subjects  for  the  border  even  when  not 
in  flower.  They  succeed  equally  well  in  sun  or  shade. 
Coerulea.  (Blue  Day  Lily)  Blue,  broad  green  leaves. 
Subcordata  Grandiflora  Alba.  (White  Day  Lily,  August 
Lily)  Pure  white,  lily-shaped,  fragrant  flowers. 


GAILLARDIA  GRANDIFLORA.  Beginning  to  flower  in 
June,  they  continue  one  mass  of  blooms  the  entire  sum- 
mer. Flower,  3 inches  in  diameter;  center  dark  reddish 
brown;  petals  orange  to  crimson. 

GYPSOPHILA.  (Baby’s  Breath) 

During  August  and  September  the 
plant  is  a mass  of  delicate 
feathery  blooms.  These  may  be 
used  as  fresh  cut  flowers,  also  for 
a semi-everlasting  effect. 

Paniculata.  Loose,  feathery  sprays 
of  white  flowers;  making  a mist- 
like  effect;  fine  for  bouquets. 

Paniculata  Flore  Pleno.  Produces 
double  pure  white  flowers.  Splen- 
did for  bouquets. 


If  contemplating  a hardy  border,  ask  our  advice  as  to  varieties  best  suited  for  continuous  bloom. 


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Japanese  Iris— Continued 


BANRAI  NAMI.  Petals  pale  pinkish  white  with  white 
standards  and  yellow  center. 

GOSETSU  NO  MAI.  Petals  light  blue,  yellow  star  center, 
with  dark  bluish  purple  standards. 

KIMINO-MEDMUI.  Soft  lilac  with  dark  purple  veins,  and 
purple  standards. 

KRISHI-IKARI.  Petals  brownish-red  with  light  brown 
veins,  center  yellow,  standards  scarlet  striped  with 
white. 

KURO  KUMO.  Petals  intense  bluish  purple,  heavily  veined 
with  light  purple  standards. 

OKINO-KAMONE.  Petals  recurved  and  creamy  white, 
standards  pure  white. 

YODO  NO  KURUMA.  Petals  bright  pink  shading  to  dark 
pink  at  center  and  heavily  veined,  standards  purple 
marbled  with  white. 

Above  named  varieties  35c  each,  $3.50  per  doz. 

We  can  furnish  large  clumps  of  most  of  the  above  varie- 
ties from  $1.00  to  $1.50  each. 

PLATYCODON.  (Balloon  Flower,  or  Japanese  Bell-flower) 

The  Platycodons  are  closely  allied  to  the  Campanulas, 
and  form  neat,  branched  bushes  of  upright  habit. 
Grandiflorum.  Deep  blue  cupped,  star-shaped  flowers, 
one  and  one-half  feet. 

Album.  A white-flowered  form  of  the  above. 

Mariesi.  Deep  blue  bell-shaped  flowers,  nearly  three 
inches  across  on  one-foot  high  plants. 

Hardy  Phloxes 

(PHLOX  DECUSSATA) 

Probably  the  most  satisfactory  of  all  perennials,  and  a 

good  space  in  proportion  to  the  size  of  the  garden  should 

always  be  given  to  these  plants. 

AFRICA.  Brilliant  carmine-red  with  deeper  eye. 

BARON  YON  DEDEM.  Blood-red  scarlet,  immense 
trusses. 

BERANGER.  White  ground  delicately  shaded  with  pink 
and  distinct  red  eye. 

BRIDESMAID.  Pure  white,  with  crimson-carmine  eye. 

COQUILECOT.  Bright  orange-scarlet,  with  crimson  eye; 
extra  large  compact  flower  heads. 

DAUBIGNY.  Rosy  purple,  with  enormous  florets. 

ECLAIREUR.  Dark  crimson,  center  rose,  surrounded  with 
white;  an  excellent  variety. 

ETNA.  Deep  fiery  red,  dark  eye. 

F.  G.  VON  LASSBURG.  The  finest  white  flowers;  very 
large;  strong  vigorous  grower. 

FRAU  ANTON  BUCHNER.  The  finest  white  yet  intro- 
duced, having  the  largest  truss  and  individual  flower. 

GEO.  A.  STROHLEIN.  Bright  scarlet,  with  crimson  red 
eye;  large  flowers,  does  not  bleach. 

HENRY  MURGER.  White,  with  crimson-carmine  center; 
a beautiful  variety. 

INDEPENDENCE.  An  early,  pure  white. 

LE  SOLEIL.  Bright  china  rose,  dark  rose  center. 

MME.  PAUL  DUTRIE.  Delicate  lilac-rose  in  shade  like 
a soft  pink  Orchid;  flowers  very  large,  borne  in  immense 
panicles. 

MACULATA.  Tall  growing,  bright  purple. 

MISS  LINGARD.  (Suffruticosa)  Pearly  white,  very  early 
and  free. 

OBERGARTNER  WITTIG.  Large,  crimson-carmine  flow- 
ers, vigorous  grower. 

PANTHEON.  Bright  carmine-rose;  large  and  fine. 

R.  P.  STRUTHRES.  Bright  rosy-carmine,  with  claret-red 
eye. 

RICHARD  WALLACE.  White  with  bright  crimson  center, 
large  flowers  in  immense  panicles. 

ROSENBURG.  Bright  reddish  violet  with  blood-red  eye; 
individual  flowers  large. 

SELMA.  Large  trusses  of  very  large  pink  flowers  with 
cherry-red  eye;  choice. 

SNOWFLAKE.  Large  flowering  pure  white. 

THEBAIDE.  Salmon  with  carmine  eye,  dwarf. 

VON  LASSBURG.  Splendid  pure  white,  very  large  in- 
dividual flowers. 

WM.  ROBINSON.  Bright  pink.  Tall  growing  variety. 


•Hardy  Phlox 


Phlox  Subulata 

(MOSS,  or  MOUNTAIN  PINK) 

An  early  spring-flowering  type,  with  pretty  moss-like 
evergreen  foliage,  which,  during  the  flowering  season,  is- 
hidden  under  the  masses  of  bloom.  An  excellent  plant  for 
the  rockery,  the  border,  and  invaluable  for  carpeting  the- 
ground  or  covering  graves. 

ALBA.  Pure  white. 

ROSEA.  Bright  rose. 

Herbaceous  Peonies 

Strong  Roots,  2 years  old,  $1.00  each,  $10.00  per  doz. 

ALBERT  CROUSSE.  Delicate  sea-shell  pink  of  most  per- 
fect form;  a perfectly  double  ball. 

FELIS  CROUSSE.  The  ideal  self-colored  bright  red  Peony.. 
FESTIVA  MAXIMA.  This  is  considered  the  finest  white.. 

FLORAL  TREASURE.  An  extra  choice  variety  with  very- 
large  flowers,  of  a pleasing  showy  pale  lilac-rose. 

GOLDEN  HARVEST.  Peach-blossom  pink  with  creamy- 
white  center. 

LA  TULIPE.  Very  large  globular,  flesh  pink,  shading  to» 
ivory-white,  center  petals  tipped  carmine. 

MME.  DUCEL.  A very  perfectly  formed  globular  flower 
of  a bright  silvery  pink,  with  salmon  shadings  anda 
silvery  reflex. 


Choice  Standard  Double  Peonies 

Strong  Roots,  2 years  old,  50c  each,  $5.00  per  doz. 

DUCHESSE  DE  ORLEANS.  Very  free  flowering  mid- 
season variety  of  a medium  pink  color. 

GRANDIFLORA  ROSEA.  Light  solferino  red,  center 
petals  lighter,  shaded  salmon. 

LOUIS  VAN  HOUTTE.  Rich  dark  crimson,  developing  a, 
slight  silvery  tip  as  the  flowers  age. 

PRINCE  IMPERIAL.  Very  large  semi-double  amaranth- 
red  : late  flowering. 

QUEEN  VICTORIA.  Pure  white  with  creamy-white  center.. 


Japanese  Single  Peonies 

No  other  plant  can  vie  with  the  Single  Peony  for  beauty,* 
and  a bed,  when  in  full  bloom  with  the  large  silky  flowers,, 
is  simply  gorgeous. 

We  offer  a mixture  of  colors  at  30c  each,  $3.00  per  doz_ 


Plant  Perennials  tliat  you  possibly  overlooked  last  season, 


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HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS— Continued 


Peonies 


Peonies  in  Mixture 

They  are  from  our  named  varieties.  We  keep  the  colors 
separate  and  offer  them  to  color  as  follows:  White,  red, 
and  pink  in  mixture.  25c  each,  $2.50  per  doz. 

Hardy  Garden  Pinks 

These  old-fashioned  favorites,  are  absolutely  perfect  as 
an  edging  for  the  hardy  border;  as  cut  flowers,  they  are 
indispensable. 

DELICATA.  A self-colored  variety  of  a delicate  lilac 
shade,  on  long  stems. 

HER  MAJESTY.  The  best,  pure  white. 

NAPOEEON  III.  Double  blood-crimson  flowers.  The  best 
of  all  hardy  pinks. 

NEWPORT  PINK.  Very  early,  fine  salmon  pink. 

MIXED  HARDY  GARDEN  PINKS.  Seedlings  grown  from 
a very  select  strain,  which  should  produce  a good  per- 
centage of  double  flowers. 

Oriental  Poppies 

(PAPAVER  ORIENTATE) 

The  gorgeous  colored  flowers  make  a rich,  brilliant  dis- 
play. These  bloom  usually  in  July;  after  the  flowering 
period  the  plants  have  a tendency  to  take  on  the  appear- 
ance as  if  they  were  dead,  but  they  return  to  vigor  as  soon 
as  the  weather  becomes  cool. 

DIANA.  Beautiful  salmon  flowers. 

GOLIATH.  Flowers  scarlet,  of  enormous  size. 

MARY  STUDIIOLME.  Salmon,  with  silvery  shade. 
MAHOGANY.  Flowers  dark  red,  shading  to  crimson- 
maroon. 

MRS.  PERRY.  Salmon-rose. 

PERRY’S  WHITE.  A pure  satiny  white,  with  a bold  crim- 
son blotch  at  the  base  of  each  petal. 

PRINCESS  VICTORIA  LOUISE.  Soft  lilac  rose. 
PROCERPINE.  Dark  lilac  with  large  black  blotch. 
ROYAL  SCARLET.  Scarlet  flowers  with  black  center. 
SALMON  QUEEN.  Soft,  salmon-scarlet,  very  distinct. 
ORIENTAL  POPPIES  MIXED.  15c  each,  $1.25  per  doz. 

Iceland  Poppies 

(PAP AYER  NUDICAULE) 

The  graceful  feathery  foliage  is  surmounted  with  a mass 
of  stems  a foot  high,  which  terminate  in  a beautiful  cup- 
shaped flower.  They  flower  the  entire  summer. 

Orange  King,  White,  Yellow,  Mixed  Colors. 

Pyrethrum 

The  large  daisy-like  blooms  appear  as  early  as  June  and 
continue  in  abundance  continuously  until  September.  They 
delight  in  a rich  soil  with  a natural  drainage.  They  thrive 
best  in  the  full  sunlight.  As  the  flowers  die,  the  old  stems 
should  be  cut  off  to  encourage  new  blooms. 

HYBRIDUM  EL.  PL.  Double  flowering,  mixed. 
HYBRIDUM,  SINGLE  FLOWERING.  In  choicest  mix- 
ture. 


ULIGINOSUM.  (Giant  Daisy)  Grows  4 to  5 feet  high, 
and  is  covered  with  large  white  daisy-like  flowers  3 
inches  in  diameter  from  July  to  September. 

RUDBECKIA.  (Cone  Flower)  A variety  of  these  will 
furnish  a supply  of  cut  flowers  from  early  July  until 
September.  They  are  extremely  hardy,  doing  well  with 
every  one.  They  could  be  termed  “a  city  garden  peren- 
nial,” doing  so  well  with  little  attention. 

Golden  Glow.  Double;  canary  yellow;  6 feet;  August. 
Newmanni.  Single  dark  orange,  with  deep  purple  cone 
center;  3 feet  high;  flowers  from  July  to  September. 
Purpurea.  (Giant  Purple  Cone  Flower)  The  flowers 
remain  in  perfect  condition  on  the  plants  for  weeks  at 
a time.  In  fact,  we  do  not  know  of  any  other  perennial 
where  the  flowers  last  so  long  in  perfect  condition.  Flow- 
ers from  July  to  September;  2%  feet  high. 

SAXIFRAGA.  Umbrosa.  (London  Pride,  Nancy  Pretty, 
or  None-so-Pretty)  The  Alpine  Saxifraga  requires  a 
semi-shady  position  in  well-drained  ground  or  on  the 
rockery.  A low-growing,  spreading  sort,  throwing  up 
stems  a foot  high  of  white  flowers,  sometimes  suffused 
with  red. 

SCABIOSA  JAPONICA.  They  last  a long  time  when 
picked  and  placed  in  water.  Bears  lavender-blue  flowers 
on  long  stems  from  July  to  September. 

SEDUM  SPECTABILIS.  (Brilliant  Stone  Crop)  Erect 
growing;  height  18  inches,  with  broad  light  green  foliage 
and  immense  heads  of  handsome,  showy  rose-colored 
flowers. 

Acre.  (Golden  Moss)  Much  used  for  covering  graves: 
foliage  green,  flowers  bright  yellow. 

SHASTA  DAISY.  Large  snowy-white  flowers,  in  bloom 
continuously  throughout  the  summer  and  fall. 

Alaska.  A decided  improvement  on  the  original,  very 
free-flowering,  with  blooms  4%  to  5 inches  across,  of 
pure  glistening  white. 

STATICE.  Latifolia.  (Great  Sea  Lavender)  Immense 
heads,  2 to  3 feet  across,  small  blue  flowers,  which  last 
for  months  if  cut  and  dried. 

STOKESIA  CYANEA.  (Cornflower  Aster)  Produces 
showy  Aster-like  deep  blue  flowers  which  measure  from 
4 to  5 inches  across;  18  to  24  inches  high,  blooming 
freely  from  July  until  frost. 

SWEET  WTLLIAM.  (Dianthus  Barbatus)  We  offer  a 
superb  strain  of  mixed  single  and  double-flowering  sorts. 

TRITOMA.  (Red-hot  Poker,  Flame  Flower,  or  Torch  Lily) 
Pfitzerii.  (The  Everblooming  Flame  Flower)  In  bloom 
from  August  to  November,  a rich  orange-scarlet  pro- 
ducing a grand  effect  either  planted  singly  in  the  border 
or  in  masses. 

VERONICA.  (Speedwell)  Spicata.  An  elegant  border 
plant,  growing  about  IY2  feet  high,  producing  long  spikes 
of  bright  blue  flowers. 

Longifolia  Subsessilis.  A pretty  species  with  blue  flow- 
ers, produced  on  spikes  a foot  long,  continuing  in  bloom 
the  entire  summer  and  fall. 

VINCA  MINOR.  (Periwinkle  or  Trailing  Myrtle)  Dwarf 

evergreen  trailing  plant,  is  used  for  carpeting  the  ground 
where  it  is  too  shady  for  other  plants  to  thrive. 
Variegata  Aurea.  A variegated  form  of  the  hardy  Vinca 
Minor,  the  foliage  is  irregularly  margined  and  marbled 
with  yellow.  It  should  prove  valuable  for  use  in  the 
window  boxes. 

YUCCA  FLLAMENTOSA.  (Adam’s  Needle)  A hardy  ever- 
green plant  with  long,  narrow  leaves  that  are  bright 
green  the  whole  year  round.  The  flowers  are  white,  pro- 
duced on  long  spikes. 


Peonies,  Flowers  Supreme. 


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Ornamental  Grasses 

ARUNDO  DONAX.  (Great  Reed)  Ornamental,  grows  10 
to  12  feet. 

ARUNDO  DONAX  VARIEGATA.  A variegated  form, 
grows  6 to  8 feet. 

ERIANTHUS  RAVENNAE.  (Plume  Grass)  Grows  6 to 
8 feet. 

EUUALIA  GRACILLIMA.  (Japan  Rush)  Narrow,  grace- 
ful foliage,  without  variegation 


EULALIA  JAPONICA  VARIEGATA.  Leaves  striped 
white  and  green  longitudinally. 

EULALIA  ZEBINA.  (Zebra  Grass)  The  variegation  is 
across  the  leaf  in  regular  bands. 

PHALARIS  ARUNDINACEA  VARIEGATA.  (Variegated 
Ribbon  Grass,  or  Gardener’s  Garters)  For  bordering 
large  beds. 

ALL  GRASSES: 

25c  each,  $2.50  per  doz.  Large  clumps  50c  to  $1.00  each. 


Ornamental  Trees  and  Flowering  Shrubs 

75c  each,  except  where  noted. 


There  is  nothing  that  will  add  to  the  beauty  and  value 
of  the  home  so  much  as  well-selected,  judiciously  planted 
Trees  and  Shrubs,  and  considering  their  moderate  cost  and 
the  fact  that  they  last  for  many  years  when  properly  cared 
for,  is  the  best  reason  why  they  should  surround  every 
home.  We  shall  always  be  pleased  to  make  suggestions 
as  to  the  best  varieties  to  plant  for  certain  purposes  or 
locations. 

ALMOND  DOUBLE  FLOWERING.  Erect  slender  branches, 
covered  with  small  double  pink  flowers. 

ALTHEA.  (Rose  of  Sharon)  The  Altheas  are  among  the 
most  valuable  of  our  hardy  Shrubs  on  account  of  bloom- 
ing from  August  to  October,  a period  during  which  but 
few  Shrubs  are  in  flower.  They  are  also  extensively 
used  as  hedge  plants. 

ASH,  WEEPING  MOUNTAIN.  Odd,  drooping  branches. 

2 year  heads $2.00  each 

AZALEA  AMOENA.  A dwarf  evergreen  with  small  green 
leaves  that  deepen  to  a lustrous  coppery  hue  in  winter. 
In  April  or  May  the  whole  plant  is  a mass  of  rosy  crim- 
son flowers  $1.00  each 

Mollis.  A hardy  species  from  Japan.  Flowers  yellow 
and  different  shades  of  red,  in  trusses.  75c  each;  extra 

strong  plants  .....$1.00  each 

Anthony  Koster.  One  of  the  prettiest  of  the  Mollis  sec- 
tion. Its  intense  golden  orange-yellow  flowers  are  of 
exceptional  large  size,  and  are  produced  very  freely  early 

in  May  $1.25  each 

BERBERIS.  Thunbergii.  (Japanese  Barberry)  One  of 
the  most  beautiful  shrubs  either  for  hedging  or  general 
purposes.  It  is  of  a neat,  compact  growth  and  never 
need  be  touched  with  the  shears.  The  foliage  is  beau- 
tiful at  all  times  and  in  the  fall  turns  to  a most  brilliant 
crimson  color.  The  plant  is  literally  covered  with  bright 
scarlet  berries  all  the  fall  and  winter.  It  seldom  grows 
over  ,4  feet  high.  It  is  fine  for  the  edge  of  a terrace  and 
along  roads  and  walks,  and  is  justly  popular  as  a hedge 
plant,  forming  without  clipping  a low  dense  hedge,  or 
by  the  free  use  of  the  shears,  a formal  hedge  of  great 
density  and  durability.  15  to  18  inches  35c  each;  $3.50 

per  doz.;  18  to  24  inches ..50c  each;  $5.00  per  doz. 

BUDDLEYA.  (Butterfly  Shrub  or  Summer  Lilac) 

Variabilis  Magnifica.  Flowers  continuously  all  season. 
The  flower  racemes  are  composed  of  many  little  blos- 
soms in  the  shape  and  color  of  lilacs.  This  variety  is 
entirely  separate  and  distinct  from  Buddleya  Veitchiana, 
which  at  times  is  referred  to  as  “Butterfly  Bush.”  Our 
trials  of  the  two  have  shown  “Magnifica”  to  be  much 
superior. 

CALYCANTHUS  FLORIDUS.  (Sweet-Scented  Shrub) 
Flowers  fragrant,  double  and  of  a chocolate  color. 
CARYOPTERIS  IMA  ST  ACANTHUS.  (Blue  Spirea)  A 
pretty  autumn  blooming  shrubby  plant  producing  clus- 
ters of  beautiful  blue  fragrant  flowers  in  great  profusion 
from  September  until  frost.  Dies  to  the  ground  in  winter. 
CATALPA  BUNGEI.  (Umbrella  Catalpa)  Grafted  on 
stems  6 to  9 feet  high,  it  makes  an  umbrella  shaped  top 
without  pruning.  Perfectly  hardy.  Leaves  large,  glossy, 
heart-shaped,  deep  green;  lay  like  shingles  on  a roof;  al- 
ways making  a symmetrical  head.  One  of  the  most 
unique  trees;  desirable  for  lawns,  park,  and  cemetery 

planting.  Specimen  trees $2.50 

CERCIS  CANADENIS.  (Judas  Tree  or  Red  Bud)  Very 
showy  and  beautiful  when  in  bloom.  All  the  branches 
and  twigs  are  covered  with  a mass  of  small  pink  flowers 
early  in  the  spring,  before  the  leaves  appear.  6 to  8 

feet  $1.25  each 

CLETHRA,  ALNIFOLIA.  (Sweet  Pepper  Bush)  A de- 
sirable, dense  growing  shrub,  with  dark  green  foliage 
and  showy  upright  spikes  of  creamy  white  fragrant 
flowers  in  August. 

CHION ANTHU S VIRGINICA.  (White  Fringe  Tree)  Large 
shrub  or  small  tree  with  large,  heavy  leaves  almost 
hidden  in  spring  by  a thick  mist  of  fragrant  drooping 


white  flowers.  2 to  3 feet 50c  each 

CHESTNUT.  (Horse  Chestnut)  Dwarf $1.25  each 

CHERRY.  (Ornamental)  Double  Rose  Flowering.  5 to 
6 feet  $1.50  each 


CRAB.  (Bechtel’s  Double  Flowering)  Most  beautiful  of 
all  the  flowering  Crabs;  hardy.  Trees  are  covered  in 
early  spring  with  large,  beautiful  double  fragrant  flowers 
resembling  small  roses  of  a delicate  pink.  4 to  5 feet. 

$1.25  each 

CORCHORUS.  (Kerria)  Globe  Flower  or  Japanese  Rose. 
Japonica.  A shrub  4 to  6 feet  tall.  Native  of  Japan. 
Leaves  bright  green,  fading  in  autumn  with  tones  of  yel- 
low. Flowers  numerous,  bright  yellow,  large  and  showy. 
A charming  old-fashioned  plant. 

Japonica  Flore  Pleno.  Double  flowered.  This  fine  old 
shrub  should  be  in  all  collections.  It  is  of  spreading 
habit.  Its  double  yellow  blossoms,  which  are  about  one 
inch  in  diameter  appear  early  in  May,  one  from  each  leaf 
axil.  It  is  excellent  for  massing. 

Argentea  Variegata.  A dwarf  variety  with  small  green 
foliage,  edged  with  white.  One  of  the  prettiest  and  most 
valuable  dwarf  shrubs. 

CORNUS.  (Dogwood)  Florida.  (White  Flowered  Dog- 
wood). Strong  plants,  2 to  3 feet. 

Rubra.  (Pink  Flowered  Dogwood) 

Mascula.  (Cornelian  Cherry)  One  of  the  earliest  of 
spring  blooming  shrubs,  bearing  a profusion  of  small,  yel- 
low flowers  along  its  naked  branches  in  early  days  of 
April.  Bright  red  berries  the  size  of  small  cherries,  very 

ornamental.  2 to  3 feet,  40c  each;  3 to  4 feet 50c  each 

Sanguinea.  (Red-branclied  Dogwood)  Very  conspicuous 
and  ornamental.  Bark  in  winter  blood-red. 

CORYLUS  PURPUREA.  (Purple  Leaved  Filbert)  A con- 
spicuous shrub  with  large  dark  leaves;  distinct. 60c  each 
CYDONIA  JAPONICA.  (Pyrus  Japonica)  Japan  Quince, 
or  Fire  Bush.  A single  shrub  on  the  lawn  is  very  attrac- 
tive; brilliant  crimson  flowers,  among  the  first  in  spring. 
Valuable  for  ornamental  hedges. 

CYTISUS.  Laburnum.  (Golden  Chain)  A large  shrub 
with  shining  green  leaves  and  racemes  of  Wistaria-like 
yellow  flowers,  which  appear  in  early  summer. 


Barberry  Thunbergii 


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Weeping  Mulberry 


DESMODIUM  PENDULIFLORUM.  (Lespedeza)  A shrub- 
like plant  which  dies  to  the  ground  in  winter,  but 'comes 
up  vigorously  each  spring.  Bears  attractive  sprays  of 
bright  rose-colored  flowers  in  September. 

DEUTZIA.  We  are  indebted  to  Japan  for  this  valuable 
genus  of  plants.  Their  hardihood,  fine  habit,  luxuriant 
foliage,  and  profusion  of  attractive  flowers  places  them 
among  the  most  beautiful  and  most  popular  of  flowering 
shrubs.  Flowers  in  June  and  through  July  and  August. 
Crenata  Flora  Plena.  Flowers  double  white,  tinged  with 
pink,  very  desirable. 

Gracilis.  A dwarf  bush,  covered  with  spikes  of  pure 
white  flowers. 

Lemoineii.  Flowers  pure  white,  borne  on  stout  branches, 
which  are  of  upright  growth.  Habit  dwarf  and  free  flow- 
ering. A decided  acquisition. 

Pride  of  Rochester.  Large  double  white  flowers;  the  back 
of  the  petals  being  slightly  tinted  with  rose.  It  excels 
all  the  older  sorts  in  size  of  flower,  length  of  panicle, 
profusion  of  bloom  and  vigorous  habit. 

ELEAGNUS.  Longipes.  (Japanese  Oleaster)  A desirable 
nearly  evergreen  shrub  of  medium  height,  with  light 
green  foliage,  which  is  silvered  on  the  under  surface. 
The  orange-scarlet  colored  berries  are  very  attractive 
during  late  summer. 

EUONYMUS.  (Strawberry  or  Burning  Bush)  Hardy 
shrubs  with  showy  fruits,  noted  for  intense  coloring  of 
the  fall  foliage.  They  are  well  adapted  for  specimen 
plants  or  for  massing  in  the  shrub  borders.  They  require 
moist,  loamy  soil. 

Americanus.  (Strawberry  Bush)  An  erect  shrub  with 
slender  green  branches,  leaves  bright  green.  Fruit 
warty,  rose  color,  with  scarlet  seed  coats. 

Europaeus.  (European  Spindel  Tree,  Burning  Bush)  A 
conspicuous  shrub  in  the  autumn  and  winter,  when  loaded 
with  scarlet  seed  pods,  from  which  the  orange-colored 
berries  hang  on  slender  threads. 

ELM.  Caraperdown.  (Weeping)  2 year  heads.  .$2.00  each 

EXOCHORDA  GRANDIFLORA.  (Pearl  Bush)  A vigor- 
ous-growing shrub,  bearing  white  flowers  in  slender 
racemes  in  early  spring;  very  graceful;  useful  for  cut 
flowers. 

FORSYTHIA.  (Golden  Bells)  Bright  golden  yellow,  star- 
shaped flowers,  burst  into  bloom  just  as  winter  is  leaving 
and  while  the  bush  is  otherwise  bare.  In  fact,  when  in 
flower,  nothing  else  but  bloom  can  be  seen. 

Fortunei.  Erect  growing  with  dark  green  foliage. 
Suspensa.  Of  graceful  drooping  habit,  can  also  be  trained 
for  covering  arches  and  trellis  work. 

Viridissima.  Of  erect  growth  and  spreading  branches, 
narrow  glossy  foliage;  one  of  the  first  to  bloom. 


HALESIA  TETRAPTERA.  (Silver  Bell)  A beautiful  large 
shrub,  with  pretty  white,  bell-shaped  flowers  in  May. 
It  is  distinguished  by  its  four  winged  fruit,  which  is 
from  one  to  two  inches  long. 

HYDRANGEA.  Paniculata  Grandiflora.  The  large  pani- 
cles of  white  flowers  are  at  their  best  during  August; 
later  they  take  on  a reddish  cast.  These  plants  look  fine 
used  as  single  specimens  on  the  lawn  or  grouped  in  large 
beds.  Strong  bush  form  plants. 

Paniculata  Grandiflora.  (Standard  or  Tree  Shaped) 

These  are  fine,  planted  as  individual  specimens  in  the 
lawn  or  in  the  center  of  beds,  containing  other  plants 

2 to  2V2  feet  long  with  shapely  heads 75c  each 

Arborescens  Grandiflora  Alba.  (Snowball  Hydrangea)  The 
snow-white  blooms  are  of  the  largest  size  coming  into 
flower  early  in  June  and  lasting  until  late  in  August. 
Is  more  hardy  than  any  other  sort  and  especially  suited 
to  plant  in  shaded  places. 

KALMIA  EATIFOLIA.  (Mountain  Laurel)  For  plant- 
ing in  conjunction  with  Evergreens,  the  Laurel  fills  an 
important  part.  Foliage  is  evergreen  and  about  May  and 
June,  according  to  locality,  the  plant  is  a mass  of  flower- 
heads,  resembling  somewhat  the  Rhododendron.  A deli- 
cate pink,  changing  to  white  as  they  expand.  Strong 
plants  $1.00  each 

LILACS.  (True  Syringa)  Purple.  (Syringa  Vulgaris) 
The  common  purple  species,  and  one  of  the  best. 
White.  (Syringa  Vulgaris  Alba)  Flowers  pure  white; 
very  fragrant. 

Price  of  Any  of  the  Following  Named  Lilacs,  Fine  Plants 
$1.00  each.  Extra  strong,  $1.50  each. 

Charles  X.  Rapid  grower,  reddish,  purple  flower. 
Josikaea.  Blooms  in  June,  flowers  lilac  purple. 

Ludwig  Spaeth.  Long  panicles  of  purplish-red  flowers. 
Madame  Lemoine.  Double  white  flowers. 

Marie  Legrave.  Flowers  pure  white,  extra. 

Michael  Buchner.  Double  pale  lilac. 

LONICERA.  (Bush,  or  Upright  Honeysuckle)  Handsome 
upright  shrubs.  They  thrive  in  almost  any  soli. 
Ledebouri.  Very  distinct,  producing  red  flowers  in  May. 
Morrowi.  A handsome  Japanese  variety  with  white  flow- 
ers during  May,  but  especially  valuable  for  its  bright  red 
fruit  during  the  summer  and  autumn  months. 

Tartarica.  (Tartarian  Honeysuckle)  A large  shrub  with 
numerous  upright  or  spreading  branches.  Flowers  borne 
in  great  profusion  in  late  spring.  Fruit  red  or  orange, 
ripening  in  summer.  Red,  white,  and  pink. 

LYCIUM.  (Matrimony  Vine)  The  long  branches  may  be 
trained  over  fences  or  trellises,  but  more  effective  results 
may  be  obtained  by  planting  at  the  top  of  retaining  walls 
or  steep  banks  and  allowing  the  graceful  stems  to  fall 
over. 

MAGNOLIA.  We  offer  the  best  adapted  to  our  climate. 
Alba  Superba.  Its  superb  pure  white  flowers  cover  the 

tree  in  early  spring $5.00  each 

Alexandria.  A Chinese  species.  The  flowers  are  large, 
pure  white,  very  numerous,  and  appear  before  the 

leaves  $5.00  each 

Halleana.  (Stellata)  A pretty  dwarf  form  that  opens 

its  snowy,  semi-double  flowers  in  April $5.00  each 

Lennei.  The  flowers  are  of  a deep  rose  color,  the  foliage 
large,  flowers  at  intervals  through  the  summer.$5.00  each 
Soulangeana.  One  of  the  hardiest.  Its  blossoms  are  from 

3 to  5 inches  across,  cup-shaped,  white  and  rosy  violet, 
opening  before  its  leaves,  which  are  massive  and  glossy’ 

* $5.00  each 

MAHONIA  AQUAFOLIA.  (Holly-leaved  Mahonia)  A 

native  species  of  medium  size,  with  purplish,  shining 
leaves'  and  showy,  bright  yellow  flowers  succeeded  by 
bluish  berries.  18  to  24  inches. 

MAPLES,  JAPANESE.  These  are  exceedingly  beautiful, 
especially  in  spring,  when  they  burst  into  leaf. 
Polymorphum  Atropurpureum.  Leaves  deep  blood  red. 

$2.50  each 

Polymorphum  Atropurpureum  Dissectum.  Dark  maroon, 
deeply  serrated  thread-like  leaves ..$3. 50  each 

MULBERRY,  TEAS’  WEEPING.  The  slender  branches 
grow  downward  parallel  with  the  stem,  forming  an  um- 
brella-like shape.  It  takes  the  foremost  place  among 
weeping  trees;  has  beautiful  foliage.  1 year  heads, 
$1.50  each;  2 to  3 year  heads $2.50  each 

OSMANTHUS  AQUIFOLIUM.  A very  beautiful  evergreen 
shrub,  with  dark  green,  spiny-toothed  leaves,  resembling 
the  Holly.  In  the  fall,  and  sometimes  in  the  spring,  it 
produces  deliciously  fragrant  white  flowers.  Strong 
plants  . .$1.00  each 


Are  you  utilizing  all  that  ground  of  yours? 


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ORNAMENTAL  TREES  AND  FLOWERING  SHRUBS— Continued 


PEACH.  Double  flowering  red  and  double  flowering  white, 
4 to  6 feet 75c  Each 

PRIVET— (See  HEDGE  PLANTS). 

PHIL ADELPHUS  OR  SYRINGA.  (Mock  Orange  or  Orange 
Blossoms)  A Shrub  that  can  always  be  depended  upon 
to  give  splendid  satisfaction.  No  insects  bother  it,  and 
in  May  and  June,  the  bushes  are  literally  covered  with 
flowers. 

Coronarius.  (Garland  Mock  Orange)  This  is  the  popular 
tall  variety;  very  sweet  and  one  of  the  first  to  flower. 
Coronarius  Aurea.  (Golden-leaved  Mock  Orange)  Fine 
golden-yellow  foliage,  contrasting  beautifully  with  the 
dark  leaves  of  other  shrubs. 

Grandiflorous.  (Large-flowered  Mock  Orange)  Without 
a doubt  one  of  the  most  popular  shrubs  grown,  and  ought 
to  be  in  every  garden.  Flowers  are  pure  white  and  very 
large. 

PRUNUS.  (Plum,  Ornamental)  Pissardi.  (Purple-leaved 
Plum)  Single  white  flowers  in  spring,  the  leaves  are  a 
lustrous  crimson,  changing  to  a rich  purple... 75c  Each 
Triloba.  (Double-flowered  Plum)  Native  of  China.  Flow- 
ers double,  of  a delicate  pink,  thickly  set  on  the  long, 
slender  branches;  flowers  in  May  before  the  leaves  un- 
fold. 

RHODODENDRON.  Named  hardy  Hybrids. ..  .$1.25  Each 

RHODOTYPOS.  (White  Kerria)  Kerrioides.  Handsome 
foliage  and  large  single  white  flowers  in  the  latter  part 
of  May,  succeeded  by  numerous  black  berries. 

RHUS  COTINUS.  (Purple  Fringe, 
or  Smoke  Tree)  A low  shrub- 
bery tree,  covered  in  midsummer 
with  large  clusters  of  feathery 
flowers,  giving  the  appearance  of 
a cloud  of  smoke  or  mist. 

RHUS  TYPHINA  LACINIATA. 

(Cut-leaved  Staghorn  Sumac)  A 

large-growing  bold  and  effective 
shrub,  with  delicate  fern-like  fo- 
liage and  brilliant  scarlet  fruit 
in  the  autumn. 

RIBES  AUREUM.  (Golden  Cur- 
rant) Bright  green  foliage,  beau- 
tifully tinted  in  the  autumn; 
fragrant  yellow  flowers  in  May, 
followed  by  dark  brown  fruit. 

ROBINIA  HISPIDA.  (Rose  Aca- 
cia) A very  handsome  shrub. 

The  leaves  are  similar  to  those 
of  the  Locust.  In  June  and  July 
long  panicles  of  rose-colored 
flowers  hang  from  the  branches. 

ROSA  RUBIGINOSA.  (True  Eng- 
lish Sweet  Briar)  This  is  the 
true  Eglantine. 

ROSA  RUGOSA.  (Japanese  or 
Shrubbery  Rose)  An  excellent 
plant  for  a shrubbery  bed  or  a 
solid  hedge. 

Alba.  Single  white.  Rubra. 

Single  reddish  pink. 

Blanc  de  Coubert.  Double  pure 
white. 

SPIREA.  A large  group  of  showy, 
free-flowering  hardy  shrubs. 

Van  Houttei.  (Improved  Bridal 
Wreath)  This  is  without  a 
doubt  the  most  beautiful  and  useful  of  shrubs.  Always 
effective  if  planted  singly  or  in  groups  on  the  lawn,  in 
front  of  the  porch,  in  shrub  borders,  or  in  a hedge. 
Handsome  throughout  the  entire  season.  But  when  in 
flower  it  is  a complete  fountain  of  white  bloom.  Clusters 
of  white  florets  are  set  close  along  the  drooping  stems. 

Anthony  Waterer.  Makes  nice,  round  bushes  3 feet  high 
and  wide;  beginning  to  bloom  in  summer,  continuing 
until  fall.  Rose  red  flowers  in  large  round  clusters  all 
over  the  bush. 

Billardii.  Pink  flowers;  bloom  nearly  all  summer.  It  is 
grand  for  planting  in  masses. 

Callosa  Alba.  A white  flowering  variety  of  dwarf,  bushy 
symmetrical  form.  Flowers  all  summer. 

Opulifolia  Aurea.  (Virginian  Guelder  Rose)  Golden- 
tinted  foliage  and  large  white  flowers  in  June. 
Prunifolia  FI.  PI.  (Old  Bridal  Wreath)  Blooms  in  May, 
with  pure  white  double  flowers. 

Reevesii  FI.  PL  Tall  with  dark,  bluish  green  foliage, 
and  large  pure  white  double  flowers,  in  May  and  June. 
Thunbergii.  Of  dwarf,  graceful  form;  branches  slender 
and  somewhat  drooping;  foliage  narrow  and  yellowish 
green;  flowers  small  white,  appearing  early  in  spring. 

SAMBUCUS.  Aurea.  (Golden  Elder)  Attractive  golden 
foliage  and  desirable  to  mix  with  other  shrubs. 


SYMPIIORICARPUS.  (Snowberry  and  Indian  Currant) 

Small  native  shrubs  much  used  in  shaded  places  and  in 
open  masses.  Grow  in  almost  any  soil;  quite  hardy. 
Racemosus.  (Snowberry)  A graceful  shrub,  3 to  5 feet 
tall,  with  slender  branches.  Flowers  white  or  pinkish, 
in  loose  racemes,  in  summer.  Berries  white,  produced 
in  showy  profuse  clusters,  the  branches  bending  under 
their  weight. 

Volgaris.  (Coral-Berry  or  Indian  Currant)  A grand 
shrub,  producing  a wealth  of  red  or  purplish  berries 
which  remain  on  the  branches  all  winter.  Flowers 
greenish  red,  in  summer.  Berries  coloring,  in  early 
autumn,  very  showy.  Does  well  in  shade. 

TAMARIX.  Africana.  (Tamarisk)  Strong,  slender,  tall- 
growing,  irregular  shrubs,  with  feathery  foliage  and 
small,  delicate  pink  flowers. 


THORN.  Paul’s  Scarlet.  3 to  4 feet ....$1.00  Each 

Paul’s  White.  3 to  4 feet. .................. .75c  Each 


VIBURNUM.  (Snowballs  and  High  Bush  Cranberry)  The 

Viburnums  are  one  of  the  most  useful  shrubs,  being  very 
hardy  and  of  good  habit.  They  all  have  white  flowers 
mostly  on  flat  heads  and  with  a few  exceptions  are  noted 
for  their  handsome  clusters  of  berries. 

Opulus.  (High  Bush  Cranberry)  The  white  flowers  In 
June  are  followed  in  autumn  by  bright  scarlet  berries, 
which  are  very  attractive  until  very  late  in  winter. 
Strong  bush  plants. 

Opulus  Sterilis.  (Guilder  Rose  or  Snowball)  Of  spread- 
ing habit,  bearing  flat  clusters  of  single  white  flowers, 
which  afterwards  produce  brilliant  red  berries,  which 


hang  to  the  plant  all  winter;  very  decorative.  Strong 
plants. 

Plicatum.  (Japan  Snowball)  One  of  the  choicest  hardy 
shrubs,  with  healthy  dark  foliage;  the  perfect  balls  of 
pure  white  flowers  are  borne  in  great  profusion  in  May. 
VITEX.  Agnus  Castus.  (Chaste  Tree)  A graceful  shrub, 
growing  from  5 to  6 feet  high,  with  dense  spikes  6 to  8 
inches  long,  of  lilac-colored  flowers  late  in  summer, 

WEIGELIA.  (Diervilla)  These  shrubs  bloom  after  the 
lilacs,  in  June  and  July.  Their  large  flowers  are  of  wide 
trumpet-shape,  colors  from  white  to  red,  and  borne  in 
clusters  thickly  along  the  branches. 

Candida.  White  flowering  Weigelia,  flowering  through- 
out the  summer. 

Eva  Rathke.  The  finest  Weigelia  in  cultivation.  Flow- 
ers continuously  throughout  the  summer  and  autumn; 
of  an  entirely  distinct  color,  being  a rich  ruby  carmine. 
Should  be  in  every  garden. 

Rosea.  A beautiful  shrub,  with  rose-colored  flowers  in 
May  and  June. 

Rosea  Nana  Variegata.  A neat  dwarf  shrub,  valuable 
for  the  clearly  defined  variegation  of  green,  yellow  and 
pink  in  its  leaves;  flowers  delicate  rose  and  pink;  one  of 
the  finest  variegated  leaved  shrubs. 

WILLOW.  Salix  Babylonica.  (Weeping  Willow)  Hardy 
and  rapid  growing  shrubs,  suitable  for  waterside  plant- 
ing ............  . 60c  to  $1.00  Each 


Spireas 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


Hedge  Plants 


ALTHEA.  (Rose  of  Sharon)  Few  are  aware  of  the 
strikingly  attractive  characteristics  of  this  per- 
fectly hardy  and  profuse  flowering  shrub,  when 
used  as  a hedge  plant  or  as  a screen.  Plant  15  to 
18  inches  aipart.  For  prices,  etc.,  see  Shrubs. 

BERBERIS  THUNBERGII.  (Japan  Barberry)  Where 
a low,  dwarf,  deciduous  hedge  is  wanted  nothing 
equals  this  beautiful  Barberry.  Requires  but  lit- 
tle pruning  to  keep  it  in  shape.  The  leaves  are 
small,  light  green,  and  toward  fall  assume  rich, 
brilliant  colors,  the  fruit  or  berries  becoming  scar- 
let. Absolutely  hardy  in  all  parts  of  the  country. 
Plant  12  to  15  inches  apart. 

15  to  18  inches 35c  each,  §3.50  per  doz. 

18  to  24  inches 50c  each,  §5.00  per  doz. 

PYRUS  JAPONICUS.  (Japan  Quince)  An  excellent 
hedge  plant  with  scarlet  flowers.  Plant  15  inches 
apart.  See  Shrubs.  (Cydonia  Japonica.) 

ROSA  RUGOSA.  (Ramanas  Rose  of  Japan)  Both 
the  single  red  and  white  flowering  forms  of  this 
beautiful  Rose  are  popular  hedge  plants.  For 
prices,  etc.,  see  Shrubs. 

SPIRAEA  VAN  HOUTTEI.  An  ideal  flowering  shrub 
to  use  as  a dividing  line  between  properties.  Plant 
18  to  24  inches  apart.  For  prices,  etc.,  see  Shrubs. 

CALIFORNIA  PRIVET.  (Ligustrum  Ovalifolium) 

Its  foliage  is  a rich  dark  green,  and  is  nearly 
evergreen,  remaining  on  the  plant  until  mid-winter. 

It  is  of  free  growth  and  succeeds  under  the  most 
adverse  conditions,  such  as  under  dense  shade  of 
trees.  The  most  advantageous  manner  of  plant- 
ing is  in  double  rows,  the  two  rows  being  about  8 inches 
apart.  The  plants  should  be  set  12  to  15  inches  apart 
in  the  row,  alternating  the  plants.  In  order  to  secure  a 
dense  hedge  from  the  base  up,  the  plants  should  be 
severly  pruned  the  first  two  seasons. 

2 Tear  Old  Plants §1.00  per  doz. 

24  to  30  inches .' §5.00  per  100 

30  to  36  inches §7.00  per  100 

Extra  Large  Bushy  Plants.. §1.50  per  doz.;  §10.00  per  100 

AMOOR  RIVER  PRIVET.  A very  hardy  variety  with 
large  oblong,  glossy  green  foliage  nearly  evergreen. 
Flowers  white,  in  erect  panicles.  Splendid  for  hedges. 
Very  similar  to  the  California  Privet  so  universally  used 
for  hedging. 

18  to  24  inches §1.50  per  doz.,  §10.00  per  100 

24  to  36  inches §2.00  per  doz.,  §15.00  per  100 


Shade  Trees 


ALNUS  (Alder).  European 6 to  8 ft. 

Imperial  Cut-Leaved  3 to  4 ft. 

ASH,  American  White 8 to  10  ft. 

American  Green  8 to  10  ft. 

European  6 to  8 ft. 

Mountain  8 to  10  ft. 

BEECH,  Purple-Leaved  4 to  5 ft. 

BIRCH,  European  White 8 to  10  ft. 

Purple-Leaved  3 to  4 ft. 

CATALPA,  Speciosa  8 to  10  ft. 

CLADRASTIS  TINCTORIA, 

Yellow  Wood  5 to  6 ft. 

CYPRESS,  Deciduous  6 to  8 ft. 

ELM,  American  8 to  10  ft. 

English  6 to  8 ft. 

Scotch  8 to  10  ft. 

HACKBERRY  


Each 

§1.25 

1.25 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 


Doz. 

§12.50 

12.50 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

22.00 

22.00 


Privet  Hedge 


LINDEN,  American  8 to  10  ft. 

European  6 to  8 ft. 

Silver  or  White  Leaf 6 to  8 ft. 

LIQUID  AMBER,  Sweet  Gum....  6 to  8 ft. 

MAPLE,  Norway  8 to  10  ft. 

Rock  of  Sugar 8 to  10  ft. 

Scarlet  8 to  10  ft. 

Weir’s  Cut-Leaved  8 to  10  ft. 

Silver  or  Soft 8 to  10  ft. 

Cork  Bark  3 to  4 ft. 

Schwedleri  6 to  8 ft. 

Ash-Leaved  (Box  Elder) 8 to  10  ft. 

Sycamore  Leaved  5 to  6 ft. 

MULBERRY,  Russian  5 U>  6 ft. 

OAK,  Red  6 to  8 ft. 

Scarlet  6 to  8 ft. 

pin  6 to  8 ft. 

Burr  or  Mossy  Cup 8 to  10  ft. 

Golden  4 to  5 ft. 

White  

English  

OLIVE,  Russian  


Each 

§2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

3.00 

3.00 

3.00 

3.00 

3.00 


Doz. 

§22.00 

22.00 

22.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

30.00 

30.00 

30.00 

30.00 

30.00 


PAULOYVNIA  IMPERIALIS 
(Empress  Tree)  

PERSIMMON,  American  . . . 
POPLAR,  Carolina  


2.00  20.00 


2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 


20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 


Bolleana  

Golden  Aurea  

Lombardy  

SALISBURIA, 

Maiden  Hair  or  Ginkgo. 
SYCAMORE,  American 


5 to  6 ft.  2.00  20.00 


HORSE  CHESTNUT 

White  Flowering  6 to  7 ft. 

Red  Flowering  .....4  to  5 ft. 

American  Buckeye  5 to  6 ft. 

KENTUCKY  COFFEE  TREE... 5 to  6 ft. 

KOELREUTERIA  PANICULATA  3 to  4 ft. 

LABURNUM,  Scotch  5 to  6 ft. 

LARCH,  European  8 to  10  ft. 


TULIP  TREE 


CHESTNUTS, 


2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 

2.00 


20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

20.00 

22.00 

22.00 

22.00 


FILBERT,  Englii 
HICKORY,  Shell 

PECANS  

WALNUTS,  Engl 


to 

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3.00 

30.00 

to 

8 

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20.00 

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Evergreens  and  shade  trees  add  to  the  beauty  of  any  home. 


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Specimen  Evergreens 

Our  Evergreens  are  specimen  plants,  a little  higher  in  price  but  cheapest  in  the  long  run.  The  roots 
are  protected  by  a large  ball  of  earth,  hence  the  few  that  are  lost  after  planting. 


TRAILING,  CREEPING  OR  VERY  DWARF 

Fine  for  Rockeries,  Borders,  Edging  or  Ground  Covers. 
All  Prostrate  or  Creeping  forms.  One  to  three  feet  high 
at  maturity.  Spread  8 to  L5  feet  in  diameter. 

Each 

Juniperus  Canadensis  (J.  Communis  Depressa) 


*1-1%  ft.  xx — B&B $2.50 

Juniperus  Sabina  Horizontalis 

1-1%  ft.  XXX — B&B 3.50 

Juniperus  Sabina  Tamariscifolia 

iy2-2  ft.  xxx — B&B 0.50 


DWARF  OR  LOW  GROWING  VARIETIES 

Excellent  for  Foundation  Planting,  Low  Groups,  Terraces 
and  Conifer  Beds.  Splendid  where  permanent  effects  are 
wanted  without  obstructing  the  view.  Average  height  4 to 
6 feet  at  maturity. 

Each 


Juniperus  Chinensis  Pfitzeriana  (Pfltzer’s  Juniper) 

2-3  ft.  xxxx — B&B $7.50 

Pinus  Muglio  Conipaeta  (Dwarf  Mountain  Pine) 

1-1 1/2  ft.  xxx— B&B 4.00 

1 % -2  ft.  xxx — B&B 5.00 

Pinus  Tanyoslia  Globosa  (Japanese  Table  Pine) 

2 % x 2 % ft.  xxxx — B&B 10.00 

Taxus  Cuspidata  (Japanese  Yew) 

l-iy2  ft.  xxx — B&B 5 00 

l%-2  ft.  xxxx — B&B 7.00 

Taxus  Cuspidata  Brevifolia  (Dwarf  Japanese  Yew) 

1-1  % ft.  xxx — B&B 7.00 

l%-2  ft.  xxxx — B&B 9.00 

Thuya  Occidentals  Conipaeta  (Parson's  Compacta  Arb. 
Vitae) 

12x12  in.  xxx — B&B 3.00 

15x15  in.  xxx— B&B 4.00 


MEDIUM  HEIGHT  VARIETIES 

Excellent  for  borders  to  add  contrast  to  flowering  shrubs. 

Fine  for  corners  to  give  accent  and  add  height  to  plant- 
ing of  Creeping  or  Low  Growing  Evergreens.  Good  for 
sentinels  or  markers  at  each  side  of  entrance  steps,  win- 
dows, or  in  garden.  Average  height  8 to  15  feet  at 


maturity. 

Each 

Abies  Tsuga  Canadensis  (Hemlock) 

2- 2  ft.  xxx — B&B .$4.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxxx — B&B 6.00 

4- 5  ft.  xxxx — B&B 8.00 

Juniperus  Virginiana  Counarti  (Counarti  Juniper) 

2-3  ft.  xxx — B&B 6.00 

Juniperus  Virginiana  (Red  Cedar) 

2- 3  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 5.00 

Juniperus  Virginiana  Glauca  (Silver  Cedar) 

4- 5  ft.  xxxx — B&B 8.00 

Juniperus  Virginiana  Schotti  (Schotti  Juniper) 

3- 4  ft.  xxxx — B&B 7.00 

4- 5  ft.  xxxx — B&B 8.00 

Juniperus  Scopulorum  (Hill’s  Silver  Juniper) 

*1-1  % ft.  xx— B&B 2.50 

Thuya  Occidentals  (American  Arbor  Vitae) 

2- 3  ft.  xxx — B&B 3.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.00 

Thuya  Occidental^  Pyramidalis  (Pyramidal  Arbor  Vitae) 
2-3  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.00 


TALL  GROWING  VARIETIES 

For  planting  in  Masses,  Heavy  Screen,  Windbreaks  or 
high  Hedges;  Small  Groups  to  frame  a vista;  Single  Speci- 
mens where  an  imposing  Specimen  is  wanted  to  carry  out 
some  special  effect.  Average  height  30  to  60  feet  at 
maturity. 

Each 

Abies  Douglass!  (Douglas  Fir) 


2- 3  ft.  xxx — B&B $4.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 6.00 

4- 5  ft.  xxx — B&B 8.00 


Group  of  Evergreens 


Each 


Picea  Alba  (White  Spruce) 

3-4  ft.  xxx— B&B $6.00 

Picea  Canadensis  (Black  Hill  Spruce) 

2-3  ft.  xxx — B&B 6.00 

Picea  Pungens  Glauca  (Colorado  Blue  Spruce) 

1- 1  y2  ft.  xxx— B&B 5.00 

Picea  Pungens  Kosteriana  (Foster's  Blue  Spruce) 

2- 3  ft.  xxx— B&B 10.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxxx — B&B 20.00 

Pinus  Austriaea  (Austrian  Pine) 

2- 3  ft.  xxx — B&B 3.00 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.00 

Pinus  Iiesinosa  (Red  or  Norway  Pine) 

3-4  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.50 

Pinus  Strobus  (White  Pine) 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 4.00 

4- 5  ft.  xxxx— B&B 5.00 

Pinus  Sylvestris  (Scotch  Pine) 

3- 4  ft.  xxx — B&B 5.00 

4- 5  ft.  xxx— B&B .6.00 


Each  x indicates  one  transplanting. 

B&B  signifies  balled  and  burlapped. 

BOXWOOD  PYRAMID  SHAPED 


Each 

2 % ft.— B&B  $7.00 

3 ft.— B&B  9.00 

BOXWOOD  BALL  SHAPED 

Each 

14x14  in. — B&B  .$6.50 

16  x 16  in.— B&B  7.00 

18x18  in. — B&B  9.00 

BOXWOOD  STANDARDS 

Each 

Stem.  14  in.;  Crown  16  in.— B&B $10,00 


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VER-E-BEST  LAWN  SEED 


A Superior  Mixture  of  Selected  Grasses  for  Lawns,  Terraces, 
Croquet  Grounds,  Etc. 

You  will  find  no  chaff  or  dirt  in  our  VER-E-BEST  LAWN  SEED;  it  starts  at  once. 


Price : 1 Lb.,  50c;  5 Lbs.,  $2.25; 

The  mixture  of  grass  seed  that  we  sell  under  this  name 
is  made  by  the  identical  formula  used  by  some  Park  Com- 
missioners in  their  work  in  laying  out  the  beautiful  lawns 
and  terraces,  which  add  so  much  charm  to  new  parks. 
For  many  years  the  grass  seed  on  a good  many  lawns  has 
been  supplied  by  us,  which  fact  should  be  a strong  guar- 
antee of  quality.  This  mixture  gives  a fine,  velvety  sward 
within  a few  weeks  after  sowing.  The  very  large  demand 
for  this  lawn  seed  has  necessitated  our  having  the  name 
“Ver-E-Best”  as  a trade  mark,  in  order  to  protect  our- 
selves from  imitators. 


10  Lbs.,  $4.25;  20  Lbs.,  $8.25. 

a thoroughly  balanced  combination  of  various  native  and 
foreign  fine-leaved,  deep-rooting  grasses  of  interweaving 
habit,  that  will  flourish  under  varied  soil  and  climatic 
conditions,  and  which  may  be  depended  upon  to  produce 
a beautiful,  compact,  evergreen  sod  that  will  resist  tramp- 
ing and  hard  usage,  and  at  the  same  time  present  that 
handsome,  velvety  appearance  so  much  desired. 

Watering  the  lawn  is  not  as  necessary  as  is  popularly 
imagined.  The  only  time  it  is  needful  is  in  time  of  drought. 
Surface  sprinkling  is  responsible  for  the  poor  appearance 
of  many  lawns.  It  has  a natural  tendency  to  make  the 


Ouc  Ver-E-Best  Lawn  Seed  is  made  up  of  all  the  re  cleaned  seeds  of  different  varieties  that  will  make  a good 
lawn  quickly,  so  that  when  the  seed  is  sown,  if  the  ground  is  in  proper  shape,  it  wall  start  at  once,  and  in  a 
short  time  show  a beautiful,  deep  green  lawn  and  retain  the  same  during  the  season  with  slight  attention. 


Upon  no  one  thing  does  so  much  depend  in  making 
beautiful  home  grounds  as  upon  a good  lawn,  for  without 
that  velvety  green  carpet,  no  place,  however  lavishly 
planned  or  grandly  built,  looks  finished.  The  average  per- 
son who  buys  a few  pounds  of  grass  seed  and  sows  it  on 
a hard-baked  soil  usually  feels  he  has  done  his  full  duty 
and  lays  the  subsequent  failure  of  the  seed  at  the  door 
of  the  seedsman.  The  real  lover  of  nature  and  the  beauti- 
ful, need  never  be  disappointed  in  his  lawn  if  care  is  used 
in  the  preparation  of  the  soil  and  selection  of  his  grass 
seed. 

To  obtain  a good  lawn  grass  mixture,  it  is  necessary 
that  the  best  possible  seed  of  fine  grasses  be  used  in  the 
combination,  embracing  such  varieties  as  are  of  neat,  close 
growth,  extreme  hardiness,  and  adapted  to  produce  a 
quick,  permanent  sod.  Judicious  selection  of  seed,  knowl- 
edge of  the  habits,  vigor,  quality,  and  hardiness  of  varie- 
ties used  in  the  mixture  can  only  be  gained  by  thorough 
and  practical  tests  under  different  climatic  and  soil  condi- 
tions. We  offer  our  lawn  grass  seed  mixture,  composed  of 


roots  seek  the  best  supply  of  moisture,  which,  in  this  con- 
dition, would  be  near  the  surface.  A deep-rooted  lawn  is 
the  best.  If  you  must  water,  water  thoroughly.  Take  the 
nozzle  off  the  hose  and  let  the  stream  flow  continuously 
for  a couple  of  hours,  then  move  and  water  another  section. 

DIRECTIONS — The  following  directions  may  be  found  use- 
ful to  those  who  are  not  familiar  with  lawn  making. 
First  get  the  ground  in  good  shape  and  be  sure  that  the 
surface  is  smooth  and  well  drained.  An  application  of 
sheep  manure,  at  the  rate  of  ten  pounds  to  three  hundred 
square  feet,  or  pure  bone  meal  in  the  same  proportion,  will 
be  very  beneficial.  On  larger  lawns  use  four  bushels  of 
grass  seed  to  the  acre  and  one  thousand  pounds  of  ferti- 
lizer. After  spreading  the  fertilizer,  the  surface  should 
be  carefully  raked  and  rolled.  After  sowing,  the  ground 
should  again  be  lightly  raked  and  rolled.  One  pound  of 
our  seed  will  sow  300  square  feet.  Four  or  five  bushels  per 
acre  for  new  lawns  being  about  the  amount  required.  For 
renovating  purpose,  use  only  one-half  the  amount  used 
on  a new  lawn. 


Notice — Some  of  the  finest  lawns  were  made  with  our  Ver-E-Best  Lawn  Seed. 


! 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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Ver-E-Best  Shady  Lawn  Seed 

For  sowing  on  the  north  side  of  buildings,  between  houses,  and  for  securing  a lawn  under 

• large  shade  trees 

Price:  1 Lb.,  55c;  5 Lbs.,  $2.50;  10  Lbs.,  $4.75;  20  Lbs.,  $0.25. 


In  many  lawns  there  are  places  which  seem  as  if  nothing  can  be  grown;  some  are  shaded  by  large  trees  and 
others  by  buildings.  For  these  locations  we  have  offered  for  some  time  our  Shady  Lawn  Seed,  which  really  meets 
the  desired  requirement. 

It  is  always  advisable  for  those  who  are  seeding  down  the  shady  places  to  supply  new  soil,  if  possible,  especially 
if  the  large  trees  are  producing  the  shade,  as  their  roots  spread  so  fast  and  exhaust  the  nourishment  in  the  soil. 
In  the  event  of  not  being  able  to  supply  new  soil,  the  ground  should  be  well  dug  over  and  if  tree  roots  predomi- 
nate, these  should  be  taken  out. 

In  most  places  where  grass  seed  is  to  be  sown,  when  shaded  by  buildings,  the  soil  will  have  a tendency  to  sour, 
and  in  such  cases  we  strongly  recommend  the  use  of  agricultural  lime  (about  50  lbs.  per  1,000  sq.  ft.). 

This  special  mixture  for  shady  locations  is  selected  from  the  best  grasses  possible  to  obtain  for  this  purpose,  and 
only  those  that  will  grow  and  flourish  under  shady  conditions  are  used. 

The  ordinary  lawn  grass  might  grow  for  a short  time,  but  as  a general  rule  it  will  not  last  but  one  or  two  sea- 
sons, and  then  make  a poor  showing. 

Ver-E-Best  Shady  Lawn  Seed,  if  sown  in  these  places,  will  undoubtedly  grow  and  produce  the  best  satisfaction. 


RAJ  a.  f /"'i  ir  I inire  While  there  are  on  the  market  numerous  ready  prepared  golf  mixtures  of  more  or 

mixtures  IOF  VlOlI  LUIKS  less  value  we  have  found  that  the  best  results  are  obtained  by  giving  indi- 
vidual attention  to  each  customer  and  making  a special  mixture  to  suit  his  needs.  We  have  thus  overcome  the,  diffi- 
culties presented  by  the  great  dissimilarity  of  local  conditions  of  various  links,  and  are  willing  to  give  you  the 
benefit  not  only  of  our  experience  on  some  of  the  best  greens  in  the  country,  but  of  expert  knowledge  of  grass  seeds 
as  well.  Write  us  a description  of  your  links,  telling  what  the  nature  of  the  soil  is,  how  drained,  how  much  it  has 
the  sun,  whether  the  winters  are  long  or  open,  and  whether  the  summers  are  wet  or  dry,  and  we  will  offer  you  two  or 
more  mixtures  especially  adapted  to  the  various  parts  of  your  grounds. 


Grass  Seeds 


Prices  upon  Application 


Awn]pcc  OmTY1(i  flracc  (Bromus  inermis)  A per- 
fvwniess  Drome  orass  ennlal,  valuable  for  bind- 
ing the  soil  of  embankments  and  for  resisting  both  drought 
and  cold.  On  light,  dry  soils  it  is  used  for  hay  and  pas- 
turage, but  is  not  recommended  where  better  grasses 
will  succeed.  Sow  forty  pounds  per  acre. 

Canadian  Blue  Grass  <Tr°e!,„nc{,aT,,r4Th) 

root-stalks  which  form  a strong  turf.  It  withstands 
drought  better  than  most  cultivated  grasses  and  is  espe- 
cially valuable  in  Lawn  Grass  mixtures.  It  succeeds  best 
on  clay  soils  but  does  well  on  sandy  soils,  being  better 
adapted  for  use  on  sterile  knolls  and  barren  fields  than 
probably  any  other  cultivated  grass.  For  hay  or  pas- 
turage it  is  best  sown  in  mixture  with  other  grasses.  It 
is  distinguished  from  the  Kentucky  Blue  Grass  by  its 
flattened,  shorter  stems  and  bluer  color  of  leaf.  Height 
six  to  twenty  inches. 

Ci  (Agrostis  stolonifera)  This 

creeping  Deni  orass  is  particularly  valuable 
for  lawns  that  are  to  be  used  as  croquet  and  tennis 
grounds,  because  it  is  benefited  more  than  hurt  by  tramp- 
ing, and  by  its  bright  color  adds  to  the  beauty  of  the  lawn. 

We  PrePare  for  many  cus- 
\irass  jeea  mixiures  tomers  special  mixtures  of 
grass  and  clover  seeds  for  certain  soils  and  will  cheerfully 
give  information  on  this  subject  when  so  requested.  Our 
price  on  these  will  be  about  the  same  as  the  market  price 
on  grass  seed,  as  we  do  not  charge  for  mixing. 

Ua„  J poccuo  (Festuea  duriuscula)  Similar  to 
Ilct.ru  r catUc  Sheep’s  Fescue,  but  not  so  dense  and 
taller.  It  will  often  cover  sandy  soil  under  the  shade  of 
large  trees  where  no  other  grass  will  grow.  It  is  a desir- 
able addition  to  lawn  grass.  Sow  thirty  pounds  per  acre. 

c y 
m e s 

called  June  Grass,  but  the  true  June  or  Wire  Grass  is 
much  inferior.  Kentucky  Blue  Grass  is  the  most  nutri- 
tious, hardy  and  valuable  of  all  Northern  grasses.  Sown 
with  White  Clover  it  forms  a splendid  lawn;  for  this  pur- 
pose use  not  less  than  fifty-four  pounds  of  Blue  Grass  and 
six  pounds  of  White  Clover  per  acre.  If  sown  by  itself  for 
meadow  or  pasture,  use  about  twenty-eight  pounds  per  acre. 

M^a  rlr»w  (Festuea  pratensis)  A per- 

AVie&uOW  Jr  6SCU6  OF  ennial,  from  two  to  four  feet 
C'  high,  with  flat,  broad  leaves. 

Unglisn  rsiue  L»rass  One  of  the  standard  Euro- 
pean grasses.  It  needs  rich  ground  and  succeeds  well  on 
prairie  soil.  An  excellent  pasture  grass  to  take  the  place 
of  the  wild  grasses,  as  it  yields  a large  amount  of  early  and 
late  feed.  Sow  about  twenty-five  pounds  per  acre. 

OrrViavfl  Rfacc  (Dactylis  glomerata)  Desirable 
A^iLIlciru  Uiaos  on  account  of  its  quick  growth  and 
valuable  aftermath.  It  is  ready  for  grazing  in  spring  two 
weeks  sooner  than  most  grasses  and  when  fed  off  is  again 
ready  for  grazing  in  a week  and  will  continue  green  when 
other  grasses  are  withered  by  dry  weather.  It  is  palatable 
and  nutritious  and  stock  eat  it  -greedily  when  green.  A 
tendency  to  grow  in  tufts  unfits  it  for  lawns.  It  does 
better  if  sown  with  clover  and  as  it  ripens  at  the  same 
time,  the  mixed  hay  is  of  the  best  quality.  If  sown  alone, 
about  twenty-eight  pounds  are  required  per  acre;  if  sown 
with  clover,  half  that  quantity.  Perennial. 

Perennial  Rye  Grass  «3SSS  ’XEff  £ vPe£ 

manent  pasture.  Succeeds  well  on  almost  any  soil,  but  is 
particularly  adapted  to  moderately  moist  or  irrigated 
lands.  Sow  thirty  to  forty  pounds  per  acre  in  spring. 


Kentucky  Blue  Grass  £™pratTa%  .ffS 


Red  or  Creeping  Fescue  roro“%a>Sra,Z 

resisting  extreme  drought,  and  especially  adapted  for  form- 
ing a close  and  lasting  turf  in  shady  places.  Valuable 
also  for  exposed  hillsides,  and  golf  courses.  Sow  thirty 
pounds  per  acre. 

O „ J Ta_  (Agrostis  vulgaris)  In  Pennsylvania  and 
States  farther  south  this  is  known  as  Herd’s 
Grass,  a name  applied  in  New  England  and  New  York  to 
Timothy.  It  is  a good,  permanent  grass,  standing  our  cli- 
mate well,  and  makes  good  pasture  when  fed  close.  It  is 
also  valuable  for  low,  wet  meadows,  producing  a large  re- 
turn in  good  hay.  Sow  in  spring  or  fall. 

RED  TOP  FANCY.  Sow  eight  to  ten  pounds  per  acre. 
RED  TOP  UNHULLED.  When  sown  alone,  use  about 
twenty-eight  pounds  of  the  chaff  seed  per  acre. 

Rhode  Island  Bent  Grass  J.afSfi8  Tifennui 

for  lawns  and  pasturage.  Much  like  Red  Top,  though 
smaller.  Thrives  on  light,  dry  soils  as  well  as  on  rich, 
moist  ones.  For  lawn  purposes,  if  used  alone,  it  should 
be  sown  at  the  rate  of  about  forty  pounds  per  acre;  for 
pasture,  if  used  alone,  twenty-four  pounds  per  acre. 

Cpcri,a  (Festura  ovina)  A small  tufted, 
o i Cocuc  hardy  grass  forming  a cluster  of 
narrow  cylindrical  leaves.  Valuable  in  mixture  for  lawns, 
on  dry  soils  and  in  shady  locations.  Sow  about  thirty-five 
pounds  per  acre. 

Tall  Meadow  Oat  Grass  iaraTpertnnWmuch 

used  in  the  South  and  West.  Roots  penetrate  deep.  It 
yields  a heavy  crop  on  any  good  soil,  and  is  valuable  both 
for  meadow  and  pasture.  Sow  thirty  to  forty  pounds  per 
acre. 

A valuable  perennial 
grass,  very  productive  and  nutritious. 
Succeeds  best  on  moist,  heavy  soil,  but  will  do  well  on 
any  good  soil,  wet  or  dry.  If  used  alone  sow  forty  pounds 
per  acre. 

TimAiK  t»  (Phleum  pratense)  The  most  valuable  of 
1 lmoiliy  all  the  grasses  for  hay,  especially  in  the 
North.  Thrives  best  on  moist,  loamy  soils  of  medium 
tenacity.  It  should  be  cut  just  when  the  blossom  falls. 
Sow  early  in  the  spring  or  fall,  at  the  rate  of  twelve 
pounds  per  acre,  if  alone,  but  less  if  mixed  with  other 
grasses. 

Wester  wold  Italian  woldicum)  An  extremely 

O /■"*  _ ee  raP^  growing  annual  for  spring  and  sum- 
ivye  V*rass  mer  sowing.  As  a forage  and  pasture 
grass  it  thrives  on  almost  any  soil  but  does  best  on  heavy 
loam,  clay,  or  land  of  a somewhat  damp  character.  It 
is  lighter  in  color  and  coarser  in  leaf  than  Perennial  Rye 
but  is  very  much  stronger  growing.  After  cutting  it  is  the 
quickest  grass  to  start  again,  making  a new  growth  more 
rapidly  than  any  other  sort  with  which  we  are  acquainted. 
From  our  repeated  comparative  trials  we  believe  this  is  a 
most  valuable  addition  to  the  list  of  grasses  grown  In  this 
country. 

Wood  Meadow  Grass  SSS  cTES^-hST?.* 

two  feet  high;  has  a perennial  creeping  root  and  an  erect, 
slender,  smooth  stem.  Well  adapted  to  shaded  situations, 
such  as  orchards  and  parks,  for  either  hay  or  pasturage. 
Sow  about  thirty  pounds  per  acre. 


Tall  (Festuea  elatior) 

A ail  a prass.  verv  nrotf 


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McQUEEN’S  INOCULATOR 

NITROGEN  FACTORIES  FOR  FIELD 
AND  GARDEN 

Inoculate  your  alfalfa,  sweet  clover,  soy  beans, 
red,  alsike,  mammoth  clovers,  vetch,  peas,  beans 
and  all  other  legumes  (pod  bearing  plants). 
McQueen’s  Inoculator  insures  a catch,  hastens  ma- 
turity, increases  the  crop,  enriches  the  soil  and 
means  success  with  legumes.  You  can  start  a 
nitrogen  factory  on  your  farm  by  inoculating  your 
legume  seed  with  McQueen’s  Inoculator.  An  in- 
oculated legume  takes  nitrogen  from  the  air  and 
stores  it  in  the  soil  for  future  crops.  Simple 
directions  with  each  package. 

Prices 

V2  Bu.  size  treats  30  lbs.  seed $0.50 

1 Bu.  size  treats  60  lbs.  seed 1.00 

6-1  Bu.  sizes  treat  360  lbs.  seed 5.00 

10-1  Bu.  sizes  treat  600  lbs.  seed 7.50 

Garden  Size  20c 

Combination  for  Peas,  Sweet  Peas,  Garden  and 
Lima  Beans. 

Do  you  want  better  legume  crops  than  you  ever 
had  before? 

Do  you  want  to  enrich  your  land  so  that  it  will 
produce  better  crops  of  any  kind  in  the  future, 
than  it  has  done  before? 

Then  inoculate  your  seed  with  McQueen’s  Inoculator  this  year. 

Sweet  clover,  alfalfa,  soy  beans,  red  clover,  vetch,  garden  peas  and  beans  and  all  other  legumes  need  lots 
of  nitrogen. 

They  can’t  thrive  without  it  any  more  than  human  beings  could  without  a proper  amount  of  oxygen. 
Treatment  of  the  seed  with  McQueen’s  Inoculator  is  the  cheapest  and  surest  way  of  enabling  them  to  get 
the  nitrogen  they  so  vitally  need,  in  sufficient  quantity  to  insure  a maximum  yield. 

McQueen’s  Inoculator  has  an  unequaled  record  of  results. 

McQueen’s  Inoculator  is  the  hardiest  and  most  virile  nitrogen  fixing  bacteria  known. 

That  is  because  it  is  bred  under  nature’s  conditions,  not  in  a laboratory  under  hot-house  conditions. 

It  makes  poor  soil  good  and  good  soil  rich. 

McQueen’s  Inoculator  will  enable  you  to  grow  better  crops  than  you’ve  ever  grown  before  in  field  and  garden. 
McQueen’s  Inoculator  will  cost  you  less  per  acre  because  it  is  sold  on  the  bushel  basis  instead  of  by 
acre  sizes. 

When  ordering,  state  the  kind  of  seed  you  wish  to  treat. 


CLOVER  SEED 


Alfalfa  nv  I lirnavn**  (Medicago  sativa)  It  is  use- 
/AII  all  a or  LUterne  less  to  sow  this  clover  on  land 
having  a stiff  clay  or  hard  pan  subsoil,  as  the  roots 
naturally  penetrate  to  a great  depth  and  must  do  so  if  the 
plants  live  any  time  Sow  on  rich,  moist  loam  or  sandy 
soil  having  a deep,  porous  subsoil.  Prepare  the  land  thor- 
oughly and  sow  seed  at  the  rate  of  fifteen  to  twenty-five 
pounds  per  acre  with  a broadcaster  or  grass  seeder.  Cover 
with  a brush  or  light  harrow.  The  young  plants  are 
quite  tender  and  the  land  must  be  free  of  weeds  until 
they  become  established. 

fYimcnri  r\v  (Trifolium  incarnatum)  An 

crimson  1 reroii  or  annual  variety  in  common 

Italian  use  in  the  southeast  for  feeding 
Jtal  ICl  Hallo. II  green  and  for  hay,  and  also  found 
profitable  on  the  sandy  soils  of  New  Jersey.  The  yield 
in  fodder  is  immense  and  after  cutting,  it  at  once  com- 
mences growing  again,  continuing  until  severe  cold, 
freezing  weather.  It  grows  about  one  foot  high;  the 
roots  are  nearly  black;  leaves  long;  blossoms  long, 
pointed  and  of  very  deep  red  or  carmine  color.  Makes 
good  hay.  It  is  sown  in  August  or  September  in  the 
South,  but  should  not  be  planted  in  the  North  until  spring. 
Sow  ten  to  fifteen  pounds  per  acre. 

Algilcp  nr  (Trifolium  hybridum)  This 

rUcsIrVC  ur  uwcoibll  perennial  is  the  most  hardy  of 
all  clovers.  On  rich,  moist  soil  it  yields  an  enormous 
quantity  of  hay  or  pasturage,  but  its  greatest  value  is  for 
sowing  with  other  clovers  and  grasses,  as  it  forms  a thick 
bottom  and  greatly  increases  the  yield  of  hay;  cattle 
prefer  it  to  any  other  forage.  The  heads  are  globular, 
fragrant,  and  much  liked  by  bees  which  obtain  a large 
amount  of  honey  from  them.  Sow  the  seed  in  spring  or 
fall,  at  the  rate  of  six  pounds  per  acre,  when  used  alone. 

Mammoth  or  Large  Red  S^oTgrow^eariy 

twice  the  size  of  the  Common  Red  Clover,  often  making 
a stand  when  the  other  clovers  fail.  Sow  about  eight  to 
twelve  pounds  per  acre. 


Medium  Red  or  June 


(Trifolium  pratense)  This 
is  by  far  the  most  impor- 
tant of  all  the  varieties  for  practical  purposes.  Sow  in 
spring  or  fall  and  if  no  other  grasses  are  used,  at  the  rate 
of  eight  to  twelve  pounds  per  acre;  more  is  required  on 
old,  stiff  soils  than  on  new  and  lighter  ones. 


riiif/'L  (Tnfolium  repens)  A small,  creep- 
▼ Y muc  L/ u IU1  ing  perennial  variety  valuable  for 
pasturage  and  for  lawns.  It  accommodates  itself  to  a 
variety  of  soils,  but  prefers  moist  ground.  Sow  in  spring 
at  the  rate  of  six  pounds  per  acre,  or  when  used  with 
other  grasses,  half  that  amount. 

Bokhara,  or  Sweet  Clover 

WHITE  FLOWERED.  (Melilotus  Alba)  A biennial  plant 
and  bears  a close  resemblance  to  Alfalfa,  but  is  larger 
and  coarser.  It  will  make  an  excellent  growth  on  any 
lime  lands  and  stiffest  clays,  or  any  soils  so  hard  and 
barren  that  they  will  sustain  no  other  vegetation.  It 
makes  only  a moderate  growth  and  seldom  blooms  the 
first  year,  but  during  the  second  year  it  will  reach  from 
four  to  seven  feet  high,  making  stronger  and  heavier 
roots  than  any  other  forage  plant.  At  the  end  of  the 
second  season  it  matures  its  seed  and  dies  out;  the 
roots  decaying  soon  after. 

The  roots  are  very  long,  penetrating  the  soil  to  a 
depth  of  three  to  four  feet,  are  large  and  being  fleshy, 
decay  more  rapidly  than  alfalfa  roots,  hence  their 
nitrogen  becomes  more  quickly  available  for  other 
crops.  As  they  decay  at  the  end  of  the  second  season, 
there  is  a good  supply  of  humus. 

Sweet  Clover  on  account  of  its  strong  odor  is  not  liked 
very  much  by  stock  at  first,  but  since  it  starts  very 
early  in  the  spring  when  other  forage  is  scarce,  animals 
turned  into  a pasture  of  it  at  that  time  soon  acquire  a 
taste  for  it  and  eat  it  readily  throughout  the  remainder 
of  the  season. 

If  cut  before  it  ripens  its  seed,  it  will  not  spread. 
However,  it  will  reseed  the  ground  thoroughly  if  not  cut 
in  due  time.  Sow  ten  to  fifteen  pounds  per  acre.  ... 
YELLOW  FLOWERED.  (Melilotus  Officinalis)  It  re- 
sembles the  White  Sweet  Clover,  but  blooms  about  three 
weeks  earlier;  produces  finer  stalks  and  does  not  grow 
as  tall.  It  makes  first  class  hay  and  excellent  pasture 
for  cattle  and  sheep.  It  will  grow  on  any  kind  of  soil, 
and  being  deep  rooted,  remains  green  in  the  dryest 
season.  It  should  be  sown  by  bee  keepers  in  localities 
where  Alfalfa  is  not  grown,  as  it  is  one  of  the  best 
honey  plants. 

UNHULLED  SEED.  (Bokhara)  It  is  very  slow  to 
germinate. 

JAPAN  CLOVER.  (Lespedeza  Striata)  It  thrives  on  poor 
land  and  produces  continual  herbage.  Half-hardy.  Sow 
ten  to  twelve  pounds  per  acre. 


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Ravlair  Barley  succeeds  best  on  rich 

oaney,  common  lands  more  sandy  and  lighter 
than  those  adapted  to  wheat.  It  is  sown  in  the  spring  and 
can  be  grown  farther  north  than  any  other  grain.  Unless 
intended  for  seed  it  should  be  cut  before  fully  ripe,  as  it 
is  then  heavier,  of  better  quality  and  less  liable  to  shell. 
Use  about  two  and  one-half  bushels  per  acre. 

D f IMPROVED  EVERGREEN.  The  best 

oroom  vora  variety  for  general  cultivation  on  ac- 
count of  the  color  and  quality  of  brush.  Ripens  early; 
grows  about  8 to  10  feet  high;  brush  of  good  length,  fine, 
and  straight,  and  always  of  green  appearance  when  ripe. 
Plant  eight  to  ten  quarts  to  the  acre. 


Buckwheat,  Japanese 

and  resisting  drought  and  blight  remarkably  well;  the 
grain  is  much  larger  and  has  a thinner  hull  than  Common 
or  Silver  Hull.  Recommended  especially  for  well-drained 
or  sandy  land  and  the  dry  climate  of  the  western  plains. 


Buckwheat,  Silver  Hull  muchTette?athInrIthe 

old  sort.  It  is  in  bloom  longer,  matures  sooner,  and 
yields  double  the  quantity  per  acre;  husk  thinner,  cor- 
ners less  prominent;  grain  a beautiful  light  gray.  The 
flour  is  said  to  be  better  and  more  nutritious. 


CANADA  FIELD  PEAS  ™Tio%rl  X 

chief  among  them  being  a very  early  green  food;  when 
used  this  way  they  are  sown  with  oats  about  April  1st 
at  the  rate  of  one  and  one-half  bushels  of  peas  and  one 
and  one-half  bushels  of  oats  to  the  acre,  either  drilled  or 
broadcast.  The  oats  are  intended  as  a support  for  the 
peas.  They  are  cut  just  after  the  peas  flower,  and  fed 
gre^n.  Sheep,  hogs,  and  cattle  relish  them  keenly.  They 
may  be  sown  successively  up  to  July  if  one  has  the  avail- 
able land.  Peas  may  also  be  sown  alone  at  the  rate  of 
three  bushels  per  acre,  and  furnish ' excellent  pea  hay; 
horses  like  it  very  much  when  properly  cured,  as  does 
all  other  stock.  For  plowing  under  as  green  manure, 
they  add  a vast  amount  of  nitrogen  to  the  soil  and  suc- 
ceeding crops  sown  there  the  same  year  or  even  later, 
particularly  wheat,  are  wonderfully  benefited  by  produc- 
ing a more  luxuriant  growth  and  larger  yield.  The  dried 
peas  are  extensively  fed  to  pigeons,  while  when  ground 
as  meal,  is  an  excellent  addition  to  the  regular  soft  food 
of  cows,  sheep,  and  horses. 


rnu/  pr  AC  Cow  Peas  make  one  of  the  largest 
tt  1 yielding  and  most  nutritious  forage 

crops  grown.  There  is  also  no  surer  or  cheaper  means 
of  improving  and  increasing  the  productiveness  of  your 
soils  than  by  sowing  the  Cow  Peas. 

There  is  a wide  difference  between  Cow  Peas  and 
Canadian  Peas.  Bear  in  mind  that  the  Southern  Cow  Peas 
belong  to  the  Bean  family,  therefore  must  not  be  sown 
until  the  ground  is  thoroughly  warm  and  all  danger  from 
frost  is  past.  The  value  as  a fertilizing  crop  exceeds  that 
of  clover,  for,  in  addition  to  being  a larger  nitrogen 
gatherer  than  the  clover,  they  draw  from  the  subsoil  to 
the  surface  large  amounts  of  potash  and  phosphoric  acid, 
thus  putting  the  soil  in  most  excellent  condition  for  fol- 
lowing crops.  The  feeding  value  of  Cow  Peas,  either  green 
fed  as  hay  or  preserved  as  ensilage,  is  very  high,  being 
considerably  above  that  of  Red  Clover.  The  yield  of  green 
vines  per  acre  runs  ordinarily  from  five  to  fifteen  tons. 

Sow  one  and  one-fourth  to  one  and  three-fourths  bushels 
per  acre,  on  land  thoroughly  pulverized  and  disc  or  plow 


with  a cultivator  or  double-shovel  plow.  If  wanted  for 
hay,  cut  when  peas  are  forming;  cure  as  clover.  If  peas 
are  for  fertilizer,  sow  same  quantity  after  same  prepara- 
tion as  for  hay;  turn  under  when  peas  are  in  bloom.  If 
farmers  will  first  roll  and  disc  peas  they  will  turn  under 
much  easier  and  be  more  satisfactory.  For  a fertilizer, 
especially  to  be  followed  by  wheat  or  corn,  they  are  simply 
the  best. 

EARLY  BLACK.  Matures  quickly,  best  variety  for  the 
extreme  northern  sections  of  the  country. 
WHIP-POOR-WILL.  An  early  variety,  tall,  upright, 
medium  yield  of  vines,  large  yield  of  peas,  for  which 
they  are  particularly  grown.  Highly  recommended  for 
“hogging  down.’’ 

CLAY.  The  leading  variety  in  the  South.  Large  yield  of 
vines  and  peas,  but  require  longer  season  to  mature  than 
the  former-named  varieties. 

NEW  ERA.  Seed  small,  dun  colored;  earlier  than  Whip- 
Poor-Will,  but  more  trailing  in  habit.  A great  favorite- 
in  many  places. 

MIXED  COW  PEAS.  These  are  splendidly  adapted  for 
those  who  merely  wish  same  for  feeding  purposes,  and 
being  mixed,  we  are  able  to  offer  them  at  a lower  price. 

FIjiy  (Linum  usitatissimum)  Sow  late  enough  in  the 
* spring  to  avoid  frost  and  early  enough  to  secure 

good  stand  and  enable  the  crop  to  ripen  before  the  fall 
rains.  A fair  average  quantity  of  seed  to  be  sown  on  am. 
acre  is  one-half  bushel,  when  cultivated  for  seed;  if  for  the 
fibre,  a large  quantity  should  be  sown.  Cut  before  quite 
ripe  and  if  the  weather  be  dry,  let  it  lay  in  the  swath  a 
few  hours,  when  it  should  be  raked  and  secured  from  the 
weather;  thresh  early  in  the  fall  and  in  dry  weather. 

S-Isimcrsiriars  (Panicum  germanicum)  This  is  a spe- 
OUilganall  cies  of  annual  millet  growing  less  rank, 
with  smaller  stalk,  and  darker  beard,  and  often  yielding 
two  or  three  tons  of  hay  per  acre.  It  is  very  valuable  and' 
popular  with  those  who  are  clearing  timber  lands.  Sow 
and  cultivate  like  millet. 

A great  fodder  crop.  The  finest  grain 
EXcimr  V^Orn  for  poultry  and  pigeons.  The  stalks- 
keep  green  and  are  brittle  and  juicy,  making  excellent 
fodder,  either  green  or  dried,  which  is  highly  relished  by 
cattle,  horses,  and  mules.  The  seed  heads  form  at  the  top 
of  each  stalk,  and  as  soon  as  these  show  the  grain  well, 
the  joints  next  below  the  top  send  up  shoots,  which  yield, 
the  second  seed  heads.  For  the  grain,  sow  in  rows  three 
feet  apart;  three  to  five  pounds  of  seed  to  the  acre.  For 
fodder,  sow  twenty-five  to  fifty  pounds,  either  broadcast 
or  in  drills. 

(Panicum  miliaceum)  Requires 
lYiHicl)  toinmon  a dry,  light,  rich  soil,  and  grows 
two  and  one-half  to  four  feet  high  with  a fine  bulk  of 
stalks  and  leaves.  It  is  early  maturing  and  is  excellent 
for  forage.  For  hay,  sow  broadcast,  about  twenty-five 
pounds  per  acre,  from  May  1st  to  August  1st.  For  grain, 
sow  in  drills,  about  twelve  pounds  per  acre  and  not  later 
than  June  20th. 

Millet,  German  or  Golden  leaved  variety, 

growing  three  to  five  feet  high;  later  maturing  than 
Common  Millet,  and  a heavy  yielder.  The  heads,  though 
numerous,  are  very  large  and  compact.  The  seeds  are  con- 
tained in  rough,  bristly  sheaths  and  are  round,  golden 
yellow  in  color  and  very  attractive  in  appearance. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


FARM  SEEDS — Continued 


Oats,  Danish  Renegade  ^lrdictahfsd  varied 

•originally  was  imported  from  Denmark,  where  the  summer 
reason  is  quite  cool  and  comparatively  short,  as  instanced 
by  the  fine  strains  of  cauliflower  and  winter  cabbages  pro- 
duced in  that  country.  We  have  had  our  stock  of  seed  of 
this  variety  gr«wn  in  the  Northwest,  where  the  growers 
-are  most  enthusiastic  in  its  praise.  It  is  very  productive, 
growing  with  a strong,  stiff  straw  from  four  to  five  and 
•a  half  feet  in  height.  Grains  plump,  thin-hulled,  and  of 
a bright  yellow,  often  three  grains  in  a spikelet  and  dis- 
tributed over  the  entire  head.  The  stalks,  being  so  stiff 
•and  heavy,  do  not  lodge,  nor  does  the  grain  fall  off  during 
a stormy  season.  The  straw  is  very  strong,  well  bladed, 
and  when  sown  thinly  stools  very  freely,  as  many  as  forty 
--stalks  being  produced  from  a single  grain.  It  is  an  ex- 
cellent variety  to  sow  with  Canada  field  peas  or  vetches, 
and  other  leguminous  crops  where  the  latter  are  grown 
to  produce  ensilage  or  cured  for  hay.  The  strong,  stiff 
straw  makes  a grand  support  for  the  running  vines  of 
the  leguminous  crop. 


RAPF  DWARF  ESSEX  FOR  SOWING.  There  Is  but 
Hi  one  variety  of  Rape  that  has  proven  profitable 
to  sow  in  America,  and  that  is  the  Dwarf  Essex.  No  other 
plant  will  give  as  heavy  a yield  of  forage  at  such  a small 
cost  as  this,  and  its  general  cultivation  would  add  largely 
to  the  profits  of  American  farms.  Especially  valuable 
for  green  manuring  and  pasture.  When  fed  off  by  sheep, 
it  will  probably  do  more  to  restore  and  make  profitable 
•exhausted  soils  than  any  other  plant.  Biennial. 

Ground  should  be  prepared  same  as  for  turnips.  Sow  in 
June  or  July,  with  a turnip  drill,  in  rows  two  and  one-half 
•feet  aipart,  at  the  rate  of  two  and  one-half  pounds  of  seed 
per  acre.  It  may  be  sown  broadcast,  either  with  other  fall 
forage  crops  or  by  itself,  using  from  one  to  five  pounds  of 
seed  per  acre. 


Fall  nr  Winter  A hard^  strong  growing 
I\ye,  rail  or  VV  inter  annual,  cultivated  not  only 
for  its  grain  and  straw,  but  valuable  also  for  soiling  and 
as  a cover-crop  and  for  use  as  green  manure.  It  can  be 
•successfully  grown  under  greater  extremes  of  climatic  con- 
ditions than  probably  any  other  cereal,  but  makes  its  best 
-growth  on  soils  containing  less  clay  than  some  which  are 
•adapted  to  wheat.  Good  drainage  is  very  important.  The 
time  for  sowing  is  from  the  middle  of  August  to  the  last 
of  September.  Prepare  the  ground  as  for  wheat  and  sow 
broadcast  or  with  a drill  at  the  rate  of  one  and  one-half 
bushels  per  acre. 


DVA  Used  as  a catch  crop  to  sow  where  win- 
jprillg  ivye  ter  grain  has  failed,  and  is  grown  for 
grain  crop  or  turning  under  to  improve  the  soil.  Sow 
one  and  one-half  bushels  to  the  acre. 


««  ITvmvmav  A combination  of  Wheat,  Oats 
opeiiz  or  nmmer  and  Barley,  which  is  excellent 
for  fattening  cattle,  poultry,  horses,  sheep,  pigs,  etc. 
Makes  a heavy  yield  of  grain  and  hay;  excellent  pasture, 
•and  may  be  fed  green.  Sow  70  to  80  pounds  per  acre. 


Sudan  Grass  (andropogon  sorghum) 

A sweet  heavy-yielding  grass,  foliage,  and  seed  resem- 
bles Johnson  Grass,  but  is  an  annual.  Root  system  is  like 
oats.  Seeds  from  300  to  400  pounds  per  acre  from  Florida 
to  Montana.  Absolutely  drought  proof.  Grows  6 to  10 
feet  high.  Stems  erect,  unbranched,  very  leafy;  three 
to  four  cuttings,  4%  to  6%  tons  per  acre  of  dry,  sweet  hay 
that  cattle  prefer  to  Cow  Pea  hay.  Ripe  for  hay  cutting 
in  70  days,  and  cut  every  30  days  following.  Plant  from 


March  to  July  in  18  to  30  inch  rows,  5 pounds  to  acre,  or 
broadcast  10  pounds.  Each  seed  stools  wonderfully — 20  to 
40  stools  per  seed. 

Sudan  Grass  is  Without  Doubt  the  Greatest  Drought- 
Resistant  Forage  Crop  Known.  At  the  same  time  it  does 
not  blight  where  the  moisture  is  heavy,  and  under  good 
seasonable  conditions  it  yields  a larger  tonnage  of  hay  per 
acre  than  any  other  crop  known.  It  recovers  rapidly  after 
cutting  and  the  crop  is  usually  ready  for  harvest  within 
thirty  days  from  the  first  cutting. 

A revolution  in  haymaking.  Sweeter  than  Johnson  Grass, 
makes  more  hay,  and  yet  an  annual  with  no  objectionable 
root  system.  Early  Cow  Peas,  and  Early  Soy  Beans  and 
Sudan  mix  well. 


Sugar  Cane  (sorghum) 


Amkpr  The  best  early  variety  and  the  one  which  we 
rYilAUCA  especially  recommend  for  the  North  where  the 


season  is  short.  It  is  practically  as  early  as  the  old  Early 
Amber  and  yields  much  more  per  acre  either  of  syrup  or 
seed.  The  plant  is  large,  of  strong,  vigorous,  and  erect 
habit  and  stands  up  much  better  than  Early  Amber.  It 
may  be  planted  as  late  as  the  fifteenth  of  June  and  will  be 
in  condition  to  harvest  for  syrup  in  September.  Cane  seed 
should  not  be  planted  before  the  weather  is  warm  in  the 
spring.  Three  to  four  pounds  of  seed  are  required  per  acre. 


Farlv  Oranap  An  exceedingly  valuable  variety; 
L,a,v  v/ittllgc  very  large,  of  strong  and  vigorous 
habit  and  does  not  fall  down.  It  is  early  and  often  yields 
as  much  as  two  hundred  and  forty  gallons  of  very  beauti- 
fully colored  and  highly  flavored  syrup  to  the  acre.  We 
recommend  it  highly  to  all  desiring  a superior  cane. 

Slinflnwpr  LARGE  RUSSIAN.  This  has  very  large 
GUllUUWcr  single  heads  borne  at  the  top  of  a single 
unbranched  stalk  usually,  and  with  much  more  and  larger 
seed  than  the  common  sorts.  It  is  used  extensively  for 
feeding  poultry.  The  plant  often  grows  ten  feet  high. 
Sow  seed  as  soon  as  ground  is  fit  for  planting  corn,  in 
rows  three  to  four  feet  apart  and  ten  inches  apart  in  row. 
Cultivate  same  as  corn.  When  the  seed  is  ripe  and  hard, 
cut  off  the  heads  and  pile  loosely  in  a rail  pen  having  a 
solid  floor  or  in  a corn  crib.  After  curing  so  that  they 
will  thresh  easily,  flail  out"or  run  through  a threshing  ma- 
chine and  clean  with^a  fanning  mill.  This  variety  will 
yield  1,000  pounds  or  more  of  seed  per  acre.  Some  species 
are  planted  largely  in  the  flower  garden  for  ornament. 


Soy  or  Soja  Beans 

THE  GREAT  LAND  RENOVATOR — THE  KING  OF 
SUMMER  FORAGE  CROPS 

This  very  valuable  farm  plant  enriches  the  ground  in 
which  it  is  planted  by  the  free  nitrogen  gathered  from  the 
air  and  which  is  deposited  in  the  ground  by  the  roots,  leav- 
ing it  in  ideal  condition  and  rich  in  nitrogen  for  the  next 
crop.  Fodder  is  relished  in  either  green  or  dry  form  by 
cattle  and  dairy  cows. 

Soy,  or  Soja  Beans,  is  an  annual.  Its  character  or  growth 
resembles  ordinary  field  beans.  During  the  past  few  years 
the  United  States  Department  of  Agriculture  and  State 
Experiment  Stations  have  tested  many  varieties  of  Soy 
Beans  and  pronounced  it  a forage  and  grain  plant  of  great 
promise.  They  are  grown  chiefly  for  hay,  grain,  silage, 
soiling,  pasture,  and  as  a soil  renovator,  are  not  hard  to 
grow,  not  exacting  to  the  character  of  soil  and  a valuable 
plant  for  forage,  some  claiming  they  have  a higher  pro- 
tein content  than  Alfalfa. 

These  beans  should  not  be  seeded  until  all  danger  of 
frost  is  past  and  the  ground  is  thoroughly  warmed,  and 
usually  sown  from  the  middle  of  May  until  July. 

It  is  best  to  plant  beans  only  about  one  or  two  inches 
deep,  or  as  shallow  as  moisture  supply  will  permit,  for  the 
formation  of  a crust  may  prevent  the  beans  from  growing. 

If  grown  for  seed  or  silage,  in  drills  24  to  30  inches 
apart,  sow  about  three  pecks  per  acre. 

If  grown  for  hay  or  soiling,  the  foliage  will  be  of  a finer 
quality  and  be  consumed  with  less  waste;  drilled  solid,  or 
sown  broadcast  using  from  one  and  one-half  to  two  bushels 
per  acre. 

For  hay,  cut  when  pod  begins  to  form. 

For  grain,  cut  just  before  beans  are  ripe,  or  when  pods 
are  beginning  to  take  on  a brownish  black  appearance. 
For  silage,  cut  as  near  maturing  as  possible  without  drop- 
ping the  leaves. 

BLACK  EBONY.  A very  early  variety,  maturing  in 

about  110  days.  Very  valuable  variety. 

BLACK  EYEBROW.  Same  as  Black  Ebony,  but  sold 

under  name  Black  Eyebrow  in  some  sections. 

BLACK  WILSON.  A well-known  early  hay  crop  variety, 

has  fine  stems  and  produces  an  abundance  of  foliage. 

Matures  in  110  days.  Suitable  for  silage. 


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Soy  or  Soja  Beans— Continued 

HABERLANDT.  Seed  yellow,,  plant  stout,  bushy  and 
erect.  Produces  an  abundance  of  foliage  making  it 
desirable  for  hay,  silage  or  green  manuring,  also  suit- 
able for  cover  crop.  Matures  in  about  125  to  130  days. 

HOLLYBROOK.  Good  for  hay  or  silage  and  an  excellent 
grain  producer;  stout  and  upright  growth.  Matures 
three  weeks  earlier  than  Mammoth  Yellow. 


ITO  SAN.  Best  known  variety  for  a catch  crop,  as  it 
matures  in  about  100  days.  Grows  about  two  to  two 
and  one-half  feet  high,  stiff,  branching  and  does  not 
shatter  as  freely  as  some  varieties.  Good  hay  and  grain 
variety. 

MAMMOTH  YELLOW.  One  of  the  best-known  varieties, 
yielding  an  enormous  amount  of  grain  and  forage, 
though  late.  Matures  in  about  145  days. 

MANCHU.  This  well-known  variety  is  a little  later  than 
Ito  San  and  matures  in  about  110  days.  Grows  erect, 

. bushy,  therefore  being  excellent  for  hay,  forage  or 
seed  yielding.  Predict  this  to  become  one  of  the  leading 
varieties. 

MEDIUM  YELLOW  or  A.  K.  Maturing  medium  early, 
upright  growth,  plenty  foliage  and  medium  stem.  Ma- 
ture about  the  time  most  varieties  of  corn  do,  makes 
it  an  excellent  variety  for  hogging  off  with  corn;  also 
produces  a large  amount  of  hay.  Matures  in  about  110 
days. 


MIDWEST.  Grouped  together  they  include  such  varieties 
as  Early  Yellow,  Hollybrook,  Mongol,  etc.  Matures 
early  and  excellent  for  hay,  silage  or  grain  production. 

MIXED  VARIETIES.  Used  for  hay  or  turning  under  and 
are  used  where  a cheap  variety  is  wanted. 

MORSE  GREEN.  Good  for  hay  or  hogging  down  and  a 
very  heavy  yielder  and  early.  Beans  do  not  shatter 
and  matures  in  about  115  days. 

OHIO  BROWN.  Grow  and  mature  about  the  same  as 
Mammoth  Yellow,  and  yield  about  as  much  forage  and 
grain.  Not  so  well  known  but  a good  substitute  for 
Mammoth  Yellow. 

VIRGINIA.  One  of  the  best-known  varieties  that  yield 
an  abundance  of  hay  or  silage,  and  do  well  on  poor 
soil.  Mature  in  about  125  days. 


TpnQinfp  (Reana  Luxurians)  Excellent  for  stock, 
A cudlliic  either  green  during  summer  or  dry  dur- 
ing winter,  and  more  nutritious  and  better  liked  than 
corn  fodder  by  stock  of  all  kinds.  Grows  well  in  this 
latitude,  supplying  an  immense  amount  of  fodder.  Sow 
In  May  or  June,  in  drills  about  four  feet  apart,  using  three 
pounds  of  seed  per  acre. 


nr  Tar^c  SPRING.  (Vicia  sativa)  A per- 
“ ciuica  VII  1 dies  ennial  pea-like  plant  grown  as 
an  annual  in  the  North.  Desirable  as  a forage  plant  and 
valuable  as  a cover-crop  for  orchards.  Culture  same  as 
for  field  peas.  Sow  ninety  to  one-hundred-twenty  pounds 
per  acre. 


SAND,  WINTER  OR  HAIRY  (Vicia  villosa) 

V CldlCS  a very  hardy  forage  plant  growing  well  on 
soils  so  poor  and  sandy  that  they  will  produce  but  little 
clover.  Its  nitrogen-gathering  properties  make  it  par- 
ticularly valuable  as  a soil  renewer  and  enricher,  but  it  is 
not  recommended  for  land  which  is  to  be  cultivated  for 
grain  crops  on  account  of  its  tendency  to  volunteer  and 
persist.  The  plants,  when  mature,  are  about  forty  inches 
high  and  if  cut  for  forage  as  soon  as  full  grown  and  be- 
fore setting  seed,  they  will  start  up  again  and  furnish 
even  a larger  crop  than  the  first.  Seed  round,  black,  and 
should  be  sown  thirty  to  sixty  pounds  per  acre. 


Field  Cora 

Our  strains  of  corn  are  not  the  common  kinds  usually 
found  in  abundance  on  the  market;  we  pay  special  atten- 
tion to  the  selecting  of  stocks  in  all  lines  of  farm  seeds. 
This  is  particularly  true  of  field  corns  where  re-selection 
means  the  limit  of  crops  with  little  or  no  increase  in  cost. 
It  is  amazing  to  realize  where  the  old  unselected  seed  is 
used  the  average  crop  per  acre  is  only  half  compared  to 
the  more  intelligent  selection  of  strains.  Our  stock  is 
selected  for  size  of  ear  and  fodder,  uniformity  of  kernel 
and  the  careful  finish  of  the  tip  and  butt,  all  of  which 
means  a considerable  increase  in  production.  Plant  eight 
to  ten  quarts  per  acre  in  hills,  sow  two  and  one-half  to 
three  bushels  broadcast  for  fodder.  Never  use  feeding 
corn  for  seeding  purposes. 


M Cl  C's-t'c.  Truly  a variety  of  great  merit 

OCCU  s.  offered  and  named  by  us  and, 

Perfected  Golden  Harvest  w^Vea1! 

favor  wherever  it  has  been  tested.  Beautiful  in  its  rich 


Golden  Harvest  Corn 


golden  color  and  profitable  in  its  depth  of  grain  and  ears,, 
well  filled  out  to  the  extreme  end.  Stalks,  strong,  vigor- 
ous with  broad  leaves,  which  make  it  a valuable  fodder 
Corn.  This  variety  offered  to  the  public  only  after  careful 
observation  for  a number  of  years.  In  the  preparation  of 
this  Corn  for  Seed  each  ear  is  carefully  selected,  tipped 
and  butted  and  hand-shelled,  insuring  corn  of  the  highest 
per  cent,  germination. 


True  Yellow  Learning  £hr*  ^SSg"4  A™ 

tensively-grown,  large.  Yellow  Dent  variety,  which  we 
have  grown  and  sold  with  the  greatest  satisfaction  for 
years.  Our  improved  strain  we  do  not  believe  is  excelled, 
if  equaled,  by  any  other  now  offered.  It  has  pure,  glossy 
yellow  ears,  growing  low,  on  very  strong,  heavy  stalks; 
grains  square  and  deep;  ripens  quite  early — frequently  in 
100  days  from  planting. 


Reid’s  Thoroughbred 
Yellow  Dent  fZend] 


any  seed  grain  can* 
truly  be  called  pedi- 
the  Reid’s  Yellow  Dent  Field 
Corn  is  certainly  entitled  to  be  known- 
as  such,  as  its  history  dates  many  years  back.  It  has  been, 
bred  up  and  selected  with  painstaking  care  to  what  is  at 
the  present  time  one  of  the  best  varieties  of  yellow  corn- 
grown.  Ear  medium  in  size,  remarkably  uniform,  and  of  a 
bright  yellow  color,  with  solid,  deep  grain  and  small,  red 
cob.  Has  from  18  to  24  rows  of  kernels  on  the  cob,  50  to- 
60  grains  in  the  row,  and  is  well  filled  over  the  ends,  and; 
especially  the  butt,  leaving  a small  shank,  which  makes  It 
a great  favorite  with  huskers.  Best  shredding  sort,  as  it 
shatters  the  least  of  any  by  actual  test. 


Boone  County  White  Dent  ™re  if  c?Hndrica! 

to  within  about  two  inches  of  the  tip,  then  slightly  taper- 
ing. Tips  fill  well  over  the  end  and  a large  per  cent,  of 
the  ears  are  entirely  covered  with  grains;  the  butts  are- 
well  rounded  out  with  a medium-sized  shank,  kernels  very 
uniform  wedge-shaped,  pure  white,  and  white  cob;  earn 
average  about  10  inches  in  length  with  the  circumference 
about  three-fourths  of  the  length. 

Of  strong  and  vigorous  habit  of  growth  and  well  covered, 
with  broad  blades — very  valuable  for  ensilage.  The  length 
of  season  is  about  120  days.  This  corn  has  been  success- 
fully grown  as  far  North  as  Ft.  Wayne,  Ind.,  or  Marion, 
Ohio.  We  especially  recommend  it  for  the  great  corn 
growing  valleys  in  latitudes  of  Columbus  and  South. 

y*  . One  of  the  best  yielding  White  Dent 
Oliver  mine  Corns.  Cylindrical  shape,  tapering  8k 
little  at  the  tip  end;  18  to  20  rows;  kernels  deep  and  cobs 
small.  A fine  shelling  and  high-yielding  variety. 

D.J  P-L  A southern  type  of  large,  white 

Ked  Cob  ensilage  corn,  with  deep  red  cob,  strong 
leafy  stalks,  and  short  joints.  Adapted  to  all  sections  of 
the  country,  and  a general  favorite  with  thousands  of 
dairy  farmers. 

Sugar  Cora  or  Ensilage  o?cuJ- 

ing  for  winter  than  sweet  corn.  Cattle  highly  relish  it, 
and  when  fed  on  it,  keep  in  fine  condition  and  give  an. 
abundance  of  milk.  It  has  the  great  merit  of  being  s© 
sweet  and  palatable  that  cattle  eat  every  part  of  the  stalks- 
and  leaves,  and  consequently  none  is  wasted.  Also  ex- 
cellent for  siloing.  Sow  thickly  in  drills  or  broadcast  at 
the  rate  of  two  to  three  bushels  per  acre. 


Seed  Pop  Corn 

Plant  two  quarts  to  the  acre. 

lit /i  O*  A handsome  variety,  kernels  long  and. 

W One  Ixice  pointed,  very  prolific.  Price,  Lb.,  25c.. 

The  stalks  grow  six  feet  high 
V^UCCll  § UOiaen  and  the  large  ears  are  produced 
in  abundance.  It  pops  perfectly  white.  Price,  Lb.,  25c. 


Ask  for  Lowest  Market  Prices  on  all  Farm  Seeds. 


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Poultry  Feeds  and  Supplies 

The  following  is  a lot  of  Poultry  Feeds,  etc.,  we  always  carry  in  stock  in  large  quantities  without 
prices  quoted,  owing  to  constant  market  fluctuations.  We  invite  all  who  contemplate  purchasing  anything 
in  the  Poultry  Supply  line  to  get  our  special  prices  before  buying  elsewhere. 


Hen  Feeds 

ALFALFA  MEAL. 
BARLEY. 

KAFFIR  CORN. 

BONE,  GRANULATED. 
BRAN. 

BUCKWHEAT. 

BLOOD  MEAL. 

CRACKED  CORN. 
CHARCOAL,  Coarse,  Me- 
dium, and  Fine. 

EGG  MASH. 

■GRIT,  Coarse,  Medium,  and 
Fine. 

HEMP. 

KAFFIR  CORN. 

MILLET. 

MIDDLINGS. 

MEAT  SCRAPS. 

OATS. 

OYSTER  SHELLS,  Coarse 
and  Fine. 

RYE. 

SCRATCH  FEED. 
SUNFLOWER  SEED. 
SHELLED  CORN. 
VETCHES. 

WHEAT. 

Chick  Feeds 

CHICK  SCRATCH  FEED. 
CONKEY’S  BUTTERMILK 
FOOD. 

DEVELOPING  FEED. 
ALFALFA  MEAL. 

PIN  HEAD  OATS. 

MILLET. 

PRATT’S  BABY  CHICK 
FOOD. 

CRUSHED  OYSTER 
SHELLS,  Fine. 

MICA  CRYSTAL  GRIT, 
Fine. 

PRATT’S  BUTTERMILK 
BABY  CHICK  FOOD. 
PRATT’S  BUTTERMILK 
GROWING  MASH. 

Pigeon  Feeds 

PIGEON  FEED  — MIXED 
—NO  GRIT. 

HEMP. 

CANADA  PIGEON  PEAS. 
BARLEY  FOR  PIGEONS. 
PIGEON  MILLET. 

HARD  WHEAT,  RE- 
CLEANED. 

VETCHES. 

MICA  PIGEON  GRIT. 
OYSTER  SHELLS,  for 
Pigeons. 

CRACKED  CORN. 

KAFFIR  CORN. 

MILLET. 

•SOY  BEANS. 

Leg  Bands 

LEG  BANDS  — Celluloid 
Key  Rings.  American  and 
Mediterranean  breeds,  10 
colors.  Dozen,  15c;  50  for 
45c;  100  for  75c.  Chicken 
and  Pigeon  Size — Dozen, 
10c;  50  for  30c;  100  for  50c. 


Old  Reliable  Incubator 


against  chills.  For  many  years  one  of  the  biggest  difficulties  that  poultrymen  had  to 
overcome  was  the  danger  of  the  heating  system  failing  in  the  middle  of  the  hatch. 
Today  this  danger  has  been  completely  overcome  by  the  perfection  of  the  heating 
system  in  the  Reliable  Incubator.  Guaranteed  to  hatch  every  hatchable  egg  or 
money  refunded. 

Reliable  Coal-Burning  Colony  Brooder 


Reliable  Coal-Burning 
Colony  Brooder  is  fa- 
mous for  its  ability  to 
turn  out  large,  healthy 
chicks.  Stove  is  15% 
heavier,  has  10%  larger 
coal  capacity,  a four- 
inch  flue  and  will  burn 
soft  or  hard  coal.  Also 
guaranteed. 


Reliable  Blue-Flame  Brooder 

Reliable  Blue-Flame 
Brooder  is  a wickless  oil 
heated  hover  easily  ad- 
justed to  any  size  flame 
desired  without  gas  or 
smoke.  It  being  valve- 
less, eliminates  clogging 
so  often  the  case  in 
other  makes.  No  pack- 
ing or  stuffing  box  to 
come  loose  and  leak  oil. 
Also  guaranteed. 

We  also  carry  in  stock  CONKEY’S  and  PRATT’S  REMEDIES. 


<Our  Reliable  Incubators  are  guaranteed  to  hatch  every  hatchable  egg  or  money  refunded, 


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IMPROVED  TOP  FILL 
FOUNTAINS 

Made  in  Three  Popular  Sizes 
Pure  Fresh  Water  at  all  Times 


Made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron,  with 
double  walls,  which  keeps  the  water 
cool  in  summer,  and  retards  freezing 
in  winter.  Feeds  automatically,  no 
valves  to  get  out  of  order.  Fills  from 
the  top,  thus  avoiding  the  annoyance 
of  spilling  over  while  being  filled. 
Thoroughly  sanitary  and  as  easily 
cleaned  as  an  ordinary  pail. 

Can  be  hung  up  out  of  the  litter,  and 
the  square  pan  gives  drinking  facilities 
for  two  pens  at  the  same  time. 

Fill  the  fountain  in  the  morning 
and  the  chickens  have  an  all  day’s 
supply  of  pure  water  at  just  the  right 
temperature. 

The  best  and  most  popular  fountain 
on  the  market. 

No.  1—1  Gal Each  $1.75 

No.  2—2  Gal... Each  2.50 

No.  4—4  Gal Each  3.25 

THE  FAMOUS  STAR  FOUNTAIN 
AND  FEEDER 


STAR  FOUNTAIN 

(Patented) 

Fits  any  Mason  Jar  in  Sizes  1 Pint, 
1 Quart,  2 Quarts. 

Made  of  One  Piece  of  Heavy  Non- 
Rusting  Metal.  No  Solder,  No  Seams, 
No  Loose  Parts. 

No.  32  Star  Fountains Each  10c. 

WALL  FOUNTAINS 

Removable  Bottom 
Easily  Cleaned 
A practical  and 
convenient  style  of 
fountain,  made  of 
heavy  galvanized 
iron.  Can  be  hung 
on  the  wall,  up  out 
of  the  litter. 

A very  popular 
style  with  many 
breeders. 

Made  with  a removable  bottom,  so 
that  all  parts  may  be  easily  cleaned 
and  kept  in  a sanitary  condition. 
Capacity  about  one  gallon. 

No.  26.  1 gallon Each  75c. 


WALL  FOUNTAINS 


Capacity  5 Gallons 

A large  capacity  fountain,  made  of 
heavy  galvanized  iron. 

This  style  appeals  to  many  breeders 
as  it  is  a strong  substantial  wall  foun- 
tain at  a low  price.  Excellently 
adapted  for  watering  pigeons.  Easily 
filled  and  nothing  to  get  out  of  order. 

No.  74—5  Gal Each  $1.75 


FOUNTAIN  HEATER 


Can  be  used  with  all  styles  of  foun- 
tains, and  effectively  prevents  water 
from  freezing.  When  used  with  our 
No.  74  Wall  Fount  makes  an  ideal 
combination  Heater-Fountain  of  large 
capacity. 

Effectively  solves  the  problem  of 
a uniform  supply  of  fresh,  clear  water 
at  all  times,  no  matter  how  cold  the 
weather. 

The  lamp  fount  or  bowl  holds  suffi- 
cient kerosene  to  burn  continuously  for 
seven  days.  Simple  and  safe.  Noth- 
ing to  get  out  of  order. 

No.  10.  Price Each  $1.00 


BOTTOM  FILL  FOUNTAINS 


This  fountain  fills  the  breeders  re- 
quirements for  a good  inexpensive 
article.  Made  in  two  pieces  accurately 
stamped  and  formed.  Easily  filled 
and  cleaned.  The  round  taper  shape 
prevents  bursting  from  freezing.  Made 
of  best  quality  galvanized  iron  in 
three  popular  sizes. 

No.  19.  1 Quart  Each  $0.30 

No.  20.  2 Quarts  Each  .40 

No.  24.  1 Gallon  ........  .Each  .60 

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IMPROVED  WALL  FOUNTAINS 


Made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron,  in 
three  sizes.  The  covered  outlet  keeps 
out  dust  and  dirt,  and  the  outlet  is 
further  protected  by  a removable  plate 
which  prevents  any  floating  rubbish 
from  being  drawn  into  the  reservoir. 


No.  97.  2 Quarts  Each  $0.90 

No.  98.  1 Gallon  Each  1.10 

No.  99.  2 Gallons Each  1.10 


BROODER  FOUNTAINS 

No  brooder  is  complete  without 
one  of  these  simple,  sanitary  foun- 
tains. Fits  in  a corner  of  the  brooder 
and  occupies  but  a small  space.  Can 
be  hung  up  if  desired. 

Baby  chicks  can  not  get  wet. 
Easily  cleaned. 

Made  of  best  quality  galvanized 
iron.  Packed  1 dozen  in  box. 

No.  O.  1 Quart Each  45c. 


ROUND  BABY  CHICK  FEEDERS 


No.  11  FEEDER 

(Patented) 

The  most  popular  baby  chick  feeder 
on  the  market. 

Made  of  best  quality  galvanized 
iron,  accurately  stamped  with  dies, 
and  well  made  in  every  detail. 

The  top  fits  snugly;  yet  can  be 
easily  taken  apart  for  cleaning  and 
filling. 

A great  feed  saver;  as  the  chicks 
can  not  get  into  it  and  contaminate 
the  feed.  Can  also  be  used  for  water 
or  milk. 

Chickens  can  not  upset  it.  Made 
in  two  popular  sizes. 

No.  11 — Diameter  6 in.  with  8 holes. 
Price,  Each  15c. 

No.  12 — Diameter  8M  in.  with  12 
holes.  Price,  Each  25c. 


SINGLE  FEEDING  TROUGHS 

Sliding  top  easily  cleaned. 

For  chicks  and  growing  stock. 
Made  of  the  best  quality  galvanized 
iron,  accurately  stamped  with  dies. 
No  sharp  or  rough  edges  to  injure 
the  chicks.  Made  in  three  sizes.  Can 


oe  hung  on  the  wall. 

No.  55.  Length  12  in Each  $0.30 

No.  56.  Length  18  in Each  .40 

No.  57.  Length  24  in Each  .50 


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POULTRY  SUPPLIES— Continued 


DOUBLE  FEEDING  TROUGHS 


Sliding  top  easily  cleaned. 

For  chicks  and  growing  stock. 
Made  of  best  quality  galvanized 
iron,  accurately  stamped  with  dies. 

No  sharp  or  rough  edges  to  injure  the 
chicks.  Made  in  three  sizes. 

No.  58.  Length  12  in Each  $0.40 

No.  59.  Length  18  in Each  .55 

No.  60.  Length  24  in Each  .65 


POULTRY  VEGETABLE  RACK 


Made  of  best  quality  galvanized 
Iron,  with  galvanized  wire  rack.  A 
practical  device  for  holding  roots, 
beets,  cabbages,  sprouted  oats,  clover, 
etc.,  and  prevents  scattering  and  wast- 
ing of  the  food. 

The  round  bottom  trough  catches 
the  small  tender  leaves,  and  is  easily 
cleaned.  The  feed  saved  soon  pays 
for  the  racks. 

No.  44.  Vegetable  Rack... Each  $0.75 

FEED  AND 
WATER  CUP 

A practical  and 
convenient  cup  made 
to  hang  on  the  side 
of  exhibition  coops. 

Capacity  about  1 
pint. 

Best  grade  galvanized  iron.  Hangs 
straight  on  the  side  of  the  coop. 

No.  61.  Moe’s  Feed  and  Water  Cup. 
Each  $0.15. 


SQUARE  BROOD  COOPS 


Shipped  knocked  down.  Quickly 
set  up. 

Made  of  heavy,  best . quality,  gal- 
vanized iron.  The  bottom  is  remov- 
able so  the  coop  can  be  easily  cleaned 
and  kept  in  a sanitary  condition. 

Provides  a perfect  shelter  for  both 
the  hen  and  chicks. 

Has  a combination  door  which  can 
be  adjusted. 

1 —  To  keep  the  hen  in  and  permit 
the  chicks  their  liberty. 

2 —  To  keep  both  hen  and  brood  in, 
with  perfect  protection  against 
weather,  rats,  cats  and  other  animals; 
and  yet  allow  ample  ventilation. 

3 —  To  give  both  hen  artd  chicks 
their  liherty. 

Made  collapsible  to  save  freight  and 
space.  Quickly  set  up. 

Size,  16  inches  wide,  23  inches  long, 
16  inches  high. 

No.  49  Price Each  $2.50 


DRY  MASH  HOPPERS 


No.  36 


A Dry  Mash  Hopper  of  great  merit, 
made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron.  All 
parts  accurately  stamped  with  dies. 
The  curved  bottom  keeps  the  feed 
within  easy  reach  of  the  birds,  and 
the  taper  shape  of  the  hopper — larger 
at  the  bottom — prevents  the  feed  from 
clogging. 

The  wire  grid  and  the  wires  running 
from  the  flange  through  the  wire  grid 
prevent  the  fowls  from  throwing  out 
or  wasting  the  feed. 

The  sloping  top  prevents  them  from 
roosting  on  the  hopper. 

When  both  covers  are  closed  it  is 
rat,  mouse,  and  weather  proof. 

Made  in  three  sizes. 

No.  35.  Height  19  in.;  width  8%  in. 
Each  $1.50. 

No.  36.  Height  19  in.;  width  12  in. 
Each  $1.95. 

No.  37.  Height  19  in.;  width  24  in. 
Each  $2.75. 

GRIT  AND  SHELL  BOXES 


No.  45 


The  feeding  of  grit,  ground  shells, 
and  charcoal  is  now  recognized  as  an 
essential  part  of  the  diet,  to  keep 
fowls  in  healthy,  prime  condition. 
There  is  no  more  economical  method 
of  supplying  grit,  etc.,  than  with  these 
practical,  inexpensive  compartment 
boxes.  No  solder  used  in  their  con- 
struction. 

Can  also  be  used  as  feed  hoppers 
for  little  chicks. 

Made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron  in 
three  sizes.  The  No.  45  for  baby 
chicks  has  a square  bottom,  the  other 
sizes  have  round  bottoms. 

No.  45.  Compartments  two.  Each 
$0.40. 

No.  9.  Compartments  three.  Each 
$0.85. 

No.  90.  Compartments  four.  Each 

$1.20. 


FEEDER  AND  EXERCISER 


Rain  and  Snow  Froof 
Bird  and  Rat  Proof 

Fill  the  hopper  once  a week  and 
let  the  chickens  do  the  rest.  Moe’s 
Automatic  Feeder  will  save  more  time 
and  save  more  feed  than  any  other 
fixture  in  a poultry  yard. 

It  is  adjustable  to  all  sizes  of  flocks 
and  to  all  sizes  of  chickens. 

Increases  egg  production  and  fer- 
tility of  the  eggs. 

Guaranteed  to  be  rain  and  weather 
proof,  rat  and  bird  proof.  Always 
ready  to  feed  the  chickens  just  as 
often  and  just  as  much  as  they  want 
to  eat,  and  at  the  same  time  makes 
them  scratch  and  exercise  in  order  to 
get  it. 

Insures  maximum  efficiency  of  your 
hens  at  a minimum  of  expense. 

The  lower  bar  is  baited  with  corn. 
The  bar  revolves  when  the  chickens 
peck  at  it,  and  releases  some  of  the 
feed  which  falls  on  the  deflector  and 
is  scattered  in  the  litter  to  be 
scratched  for  by  the  fowls.  Can  be 
adjusted  to  feed  any  kind  of  grain  in 
small  or  large  quantities. 

Made  of  heavy  best  quality  gal- 
vanized iron  in  two  sizes. 

No.  52.  Capacity  8 Quarts;  height 
22  in.  Each  $1.45. 

No.  53.  Capacity  % bushel;  height 
28  in.  Each  $2.00. 


PIGEON  FEEDER 


Pigeons  are  particular  and  fastidious 
feeders  with  a strong  tendency  to 
scatter  and  waste  feed.  Moes  round 
Pigeon  feeder  was  especially  designed 
to  overcome  this.  Made  of  heavy  gal- 
vanized iron,  with  feeding  holes  prop- 
erly spaced  all  around  the  hopper 


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PIGEON  FEEDERS 

(Continued) 

The  hopper  has  a slanting  bottom 
leading  through  large  tube  to  the 
feeding  bottom.  This  feeding  trough 
or  bottom  is  also  made  on  a slant 
causing  the  birds  to  reach  for  the 
food  and  prevents  them  from  billing 
the  feed  out  and  wasting  it. 

A practical,  economical  feeder 
which  will  soon  save  its  cost. 

No.  105 Each  $1.00 

No.  106 Each  1.50 


SCRAPER  AND  CLEANER 


Made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron,  and 
Is  just  the  thing  for  cleaning  out 
brood  coops,  nests  and  dropping 
boards.  It  gets  into  the  corners, 
which  are  often  overlooked.  Length 
10  in. 

No.  47.  Scraper  and  Cleaner.  Each 

$0.20. 


HIGH  GRADE  RED  FELT  LAMP 
WICKS 


A good  wick  is  very  important, 
especially  when  it  is  in  continuous  use 
as  on  a brooder  or  incubator  lamp. 
Our  wicks  are  special  high  grade 
red  felt,  and  a big  improvement  over 
the  old  style  loosely  woven  cotton 
wicks,  which  often  get  clogged  in  the 
burner  shaft.  No  loose  threads  to 
burn  uneven  and  smoke. 

No.  208.  Width  % in.;  for  burner 
No.  1.  Doz.  $0.25. 

No.  209.  Width  % in.;  for  burner 
No.  2.  Doz.  $0.45. 

No.  210.  Width  1%  in.;  for  burner 
No.  3.  Doz.  $0.55. 


EGG  TESTER 


To  test  the  fertility  of  eggs  during 
the  period  of  incubation.  Used  with 
an  ordinary  lamp  (No.  2 burner)  in 
dark  room. 

It  will  illuminate  the  interior  of 
the  egg,  and  show  if  the  chick  is  alive, 
and  also  shows  the  size  of  the  air  cell 
in  the  egg.  Made  in  one  size  only. 

No.  48.  Egg  Tester.  Each  $0.25. 


AUTOMATIC  POULTRY 
FOUNTAIN 


A perfect  automatic  valve  and  float, 
to  regulate  the  flow  of  water  to  a 
drinking  dish.  The  valve  mechanism 
is  entirely  of  brass,  nickel  finish,  with 
nothing  about  it  to  rust  or  clog  up. 
Positive  in  action. 

The  valve  can  be  attached  to  any 
iron  water  pipe,  or  to  a barrel  or  tank, 
and  insures  a continuous,  automatic 
supply  of  water,  without  waste. 

Valve  is  threaded  for  % inch  iron 
pipe. 

No.  30.  Automatic  Valve  and  Float 
only.  Each  $0.90. 

No.  31.  Water  pan  only.  Made  of 
heavy  galvanized  iron.  Diam.  9 in., 
depth,  5 in.  Each  $0.40. 

No.  31-A.  Automatic  Valve  and  Pan 
complete,  as  illustrated.  Each  $1.25. 


NEVER  FAIL  TRAP  NESTS 

A simple,  thoroughly  practical,  and 
inexpensive  nest. 

A good  trap  nest  is  the  only  way 
of  ascertaining  which  are  the  prof- 
itable hens  as  it  makes  it  possible 
to  keep  an  accurate  record  of  each 
hen’s  performance. 

The  door  is  so  arranged  that  upon 
the  hen’s  entrance  the  trap  falls  auto- 
matically, preventing  her  getting  out, 
but  allowing  plenty  of  air  and  ample 
ventilation  above  and  below  the  trap 
bar. 

Moe’s  nests  are  easily  kept  clean  as 
all  parts  are  readily  accessible.  Made 
of  heavy  galvanized  iron,  all  sev  up 
ready  for  use. 

Packed  one  in  a box.  Made  in  two 
sizes.  The  No.  34  is  for  extra  large 
birds. 

No.  33.  Size  12  in.  square.  Each 
$1.45. 

No.  34.  Size  12  x 12  x 14%  inches. 
Each  $2.00. 


TRAP  NEST  FRONT 

A new  inexpensive  and  useful  device 
which  meets  a popular  demand  and 
has  proven  to  be  a big  seller. 

Made  of  best  quality  galvanized 
iron,  simple  in  operation,  with  no 
small  loose  parts  to  get  out  of  order. 

Can  be  easily  fitted  to  any  orange 
or  ordinary  wood  box  or  coop  and 
gives  the  breeder  the  opportunity  to 
use  a size  nest  best  adaptable  to  his 
birds,  with  a uniform  automatic  trap 
feature  suitable  for  any  breed  of 
fowl. 

It  is  the  same  front  used  on  our 
trap  nests  shown  above  and  while 
it  effectively  traps  the  hen,  yet  allows 
ample  ventilation. 

Door  is  hinged,  making  it  easy  to 
remove  the  hen  or  clean  the  nest. 
Made  in  one  size.  Dimensions  11  in. 
wide  by  12  in.  high. 

No.  63.  Trap  nest  front.. Each  $0.50 


COAL  BURNING  COLONY 
BROODER 

Coal  Burning  Colony  Brooder  is  a 
thoroughly  reliable,  highly  efficient 
and  practical  brooder  or  hover. 

Simple  in  construction,  no  compli- 
cated or  unnecessary  parts.  Provides 


an  even,  continuous,  and  correct  tem- 
perature at  all  times.  Gives  the 
chickens  an  abundance  of  pure  fresh 
air,  with  ample  room  for  them  to  get 
sufficient  exercise. 

Fine  healthy,  vigorous  chicks  raised 
to  early  maturity,  with  little  or  no 
loss. 

Plenty  of  fresh  air  with  no  danger 
of  getting  chilled. 

The  Stove  has  a large  deep  fire  pot, 
burns  most  any  kind  of  fuel,  but  we 
recommend  hard  coal  in  chestnut  size. 
It  is  filled  from  the  top  and  takes 
3 in.  smoke  pipe. 

Has  a large  ash  pit  easy  of  access. 
The  bottom  of  the  ash  pit  is  raised 
from  the  floor  and  further  protected 
with  a pad  of  asbestos. 

Keeps  a steady  fire  through  the 
night  in  the  coldest  weather.  The 
grate  is  in  two  sections,  rocker  type, 
center  dump,  making  it  easy  to  keep 
clean,  bright  fire  at  all  times. 

Automatic  control.  The  fire  is  auto- 
matically regulated  by  twin  thermo- 
stats which  open  and  close  the  check 
draft  on  top  of  stove.  Easily  adjusted 
to  any  .desired  degree  of  heat,  and 
after  adjustment  at  the  beginning  of 
the  season  needs  no  further  attention. 

The  Hover  or  Deflector  is  of  heavy 
galvanized  iron,  mounted  on  a cast 
iron  ring,  complete  with  pulleys  and 
rope.  Easily  raised  and  lowered,  and 
the  stove  can  also  be  reached  and 
attended  to  .through  a round  door  in 
the  deflector.  Shipped  in  sections  in  a 
compact  crate  and  quickly  put  to- 
gether. 

Brooders  are  strong  and  substan- 
tial in  every  detail,  but  still  not  too 
heavy  or  cumbersome,  so  they  can 
be  readily  moved  from  one  colony 
house  to  another.  Easier  to  move 
the  brooder  than  the  chicks. 

No.  112.  Diameter  of  Hover  42  in.; 
capacity  chicks  500;  height  of  stove 
18  in.;  diameter  of  fire  pot  10%  in.; 
shipping  weight  with  Hover  80  lbs. 
Each  $22.00. 

No.  113.  Diameter  of  Hover  52  in.; 
capacity  chicks  1000;  height  of  stove 
22  in.;  diameter  of  fire  pot  11%  in.; 
shipping  weight  with  Hover  95  lbs. 
Each  $27.00. 

No.  114.  Smoke  Pipe.  Diameter  3 
in.  Black  sheet  iron,  in  2 ft.  lengths. 
Per  Length  $0.18. 

No.  115.  Corrugated  Elbows.  Diam 
eter  3 in.,  black.  Each  $0.18. 

No.  117.  Chimney  Collars.  Size 
6 x 3 in.  Each  $0.08. 


LAMP  BOWLS 


Heavy  galvanized  iron  bowls  or 
founts  for  Incubators,  Brooders  and 
Fountain  Heaters.  Made  in  three 
sizes.  The  two  larger  ones  are  strongly 
braced  and  reinforced  on  the  inside; 
making  the  top  and  bottom  perfectly 
rigid.  No  give  or  spring  to  the  top 
which  is  a common  fault  with  ordi- 
nary bowls. 

No.  100.  Lamp  bowl,  diameter 

6 in.;  height  1%  in.  Has  a side 
handle.  Takes  size  1 burner.  This  la 
the  same  bowl  as  used  in  our  No.  10 
Fountain  Heater.  Each  $0.50. 

No.  101.  Lamp  Bowl,  diameter  7 
in.;  height  2%  in.  Takes  size  2 

burner,  and  size  2 chimney.  Each 
$0.60. 

No.  102.  Lamp  Bowl,  diameter  8 
in.;  height  2%  in.  Takes  size  3 

burner  and  size  3 chimney.  Each 

$0.75. 


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POULTRY  SUPPLIES— Continued 


“IDEAL”  POULTRY  PUNCH 


A new  improved  punch,  scissors 
type.  Works  easily,  cuts  clean  and 
does  not  pinch  the  foot. 

Convenient  to  carry  in  vest  pocket, 
and  the  lower  end  is  an  excellent 
cigar  cutter. 

Nickel  Plated  Finish.  Length  3% 
inches. 

No.  39.  Ideal  Punch.  Price  each 
$0.50. 


POULTRY  PUNCH 


A popular  and  practical  punch  for 
marking  baby  chicks. 

Punches  a clean  hole  in  the  web 
between  the  toes,  and  will  not  bruise 
the  foot.  Guaranteed  to  work  perfectly. 

No.  38.  Poultry  Punch,  each  $0.25. 


REGAL  EGG  CARRIERS 


This  “Safety  First”  box  is  adapted 
to  either  Parcel  Post  or  Express  use 
and  can  be  used  time  after  time.  It 
is  so  strong  that  it  will  more  than 
bear  your  own  weight,  and  so  safe 
that  when  filled  with  eggs,  it  will 
withstand  the  severest  jolt  without 
breaking  an  egg.  Manufactured  of 
strong  corrugated  fibre  board  in  four 


sizes; 

No.  14.  Capacity 
$0.20,  Dozen  $2.40. 

15 

Eggs. 

Each 

No.  15.  Capacity 
$0.40,  Dozen  $4.80. 

30 

Eggs. 

Each 

No.  16.  Capacity 
$0.70,  Dozen  $8.40. 

50 

Eggs. 

Each 

No.  17.  Capacity 
$1.25,  Dozen  $15.00. 

100 

Eggs. 

Each 

LICE  REPELLING  WHITE 
NEST  EGG 

A white,  sanitary,  lice  repelling  nest 
egg  of  superior  quality  and  appear- 
ance. They  are  unsurpassed  as  a dis- 
infectant in  the  poultry  house  and  aid 
greatly  in  keeping  the  nest  and  the 
hen  free  from  vermin. 

Closely  imitate  a real  egg  in  appear- 
ance, and  contain  a powerful  disin- 
fectant. Some  breeders  recommend 
placing  one  in  a corner  of  each  nest 
under  the  straw. 

Soon  pay  for  themselves  in  in- 
creased yield. 

Lice  Repelling  Nest  Eggs  oc  Each, 
‘Per  Dozen  $0.50 


CHINA  NEST  EGGS 

Made  of  white  porcelain,  natural  in 
appearance,  and  uniform  in  size.  Will 
not  easily  break. 

They  induce  the  hen  to  lay  where 
•she  should — in  the  nests  provided  for 
her. 

China  Nest  Eggs  5c  Each,  Per 
'.Dozen  $0.35. 


WIRE  HEN  NESTS 

Made  of  coppered  steel  wire,  with 
flat  steel  ribs,  and  a heavy  top  wire, 
all  copper  finish. 

Provides  a clean,  sanitary  nest  for 
the  setting  hen.  Easily  kept  free  from 
vermin.  Intended  to  fasten  to  wall 
with  nails  or  screwhooks.  Can  be 


readily  changed  and  filled 

with 

fresh 

straw 

or 

hay.  Made  in 

two 

sizes. 

No. 

$2.20. 

300. 

Diam.  13  in.; 

Per 

Dozen 

No. 

$2.80. 

301. 

Diam.  14  in.; 

Per 

Dozen 

OAT  SPROUTER 


Made  entirely  of  metal.  Strong  and 
rigid. 

Provides  the  very  necessary  green 
feed  at  all  seasons.  Healthy  chickens 
and  more  eggs. 

The  frame  is  of  steel,  well  braced 
and  neatly  painted.  Has  six  heavy 
galvanized  iron  pans.  Five  of  the 
pans  have  perforated  bottoms  to  se- 
cure the  proper  drainage,  and  the 
bottom  pan  is  solid  to  hold  the  drip- 
pings. Pans  are  interchangeable. 
Sectional  frame  can  be  quickly  taken 
apart  and  stored  in  a small  space. 

Total  height  of  frame  3 ft.  Size  of 
pans  16  in.  by  18  in. 

No.  110.  Oat  Sprouter.  Each  $0.00. 

MANN’S  NEW  MODEL  BONE 
CUTTERS 


The  easiest  running  and  the  most 
rapid,  green  bone  cutting  machine 
made.  Has  a perfect  automatic  and 
self  governing  feed.  Adjustable  to 
cut  coarse  or  fine,  fast  or  slow.  The 
hinged  open  cylinder  is  easy  to  clean 
and  adjust  without  taking  the  ma- 
chine apart.  The  bones  are  dropped 
in  the  open  cylinder,  no  careful  feed- 
ing or  packing  necessary.  The  ma- 
chine regulates  itself  to  the  resistance 
of  various  size  bones. 

The  special  steel  knives  keep  their 
keen  edge  a long  time,  but  can  be 
easily  ground  sharp  when  needed. 

No.  230.  Style  5C.  With  crank 
handle.  Diam.  of  cylinder  6 in.  Ship- 
ping weight  35  lbs.  Each  $12.50. 

No.  231.  Style  5B.  With  balance 
'wheel.  Diam.  of  cylinder  6 in.  Ship- 
ping weight  60  lbs.  Each  $15.50. 

No.  232.  Style  5BM.  With  balance 
wheel  and  mounted  on  heavy  iron 
stand.  Diam.  of  cylinder  6 in.  Ship- 
ping weight  85  lbs.  Each  $18.15. 


No.  233.  Style  7.  Hand  power 
only.  With  balance  wheel  and 
mounted  on  heavy  iron  stand.  Diam. 
of  cylinder  7%  in.  Shipping  weight 
107  lbs.  Each  $20.75. 

No.  234.  Style  7 Yz.  Hand  or  power. 
Tight  and  loose  pulleys.  Diam.  11% 
in.  by  2%  in.  face.  Diam.  of  cylinder 
7%  in.  Capacity  50  to  100  lbs.  of 
bone  per  hour.  Horse  power  required 
% to  1.  Shipping  weight  150  lbs. 
Each  $29.00. 


“ZENITH”  LAMP  BURNERS 


A “No  Chimney”  burner  for  Incu- 
bators, Brooders,  Fountain  Heaters, 
etc.  Perfect  combustion  without  a 
chimney.  When  used  with  our  lamp 
fount  the  No.  1 burner  is  suitable  for 
a lamp  box  7 in.  high,  and  the  No.  2 
burner  for  a lamp  box  9 in.  high. 

No.  200.  Size  1;  diameter  of  thread 
% in.;  diameter  of  cone  2%  in.;  size 
wick  % in.  Each  $0.50. 

No.  201.  Size  2;  diameter  of  thread 
in.;  diameter  of  cone  3 in.;  size 
wick  % in.  Each  $0.65. 


REDUCING  COLLARS 

Made  of  brass  to  reduce  size  of 
burner  on  oil  fount. 

No.  204.  Reduce  burner  from  size 

2 to  1.  Each  $0.07. 

No.  205.  Reduce  burner  from  size 

3 to  2.  Each  $0.13. 


METAL  CHIMNEYS 


For  Incubators  and  Brooders.  Made 
of  galvanized  sheet  steel,  with  round 
mica  windows.  The  mica  can  be 
easily  replaced  if  it  should  accidently 
be  broken.  In  two  sizes. 

No.  103.  Metal  chimney.  Height  6 
in.  Fits  size  1 and  2 burners.  Price 
each  $0.25. 

No.  104.  Metal  chimney.  Height 
6 in.  Fits  size  3 burner.  Price  each 
$0.25. 


“SUN”  HINGED  LAMP 
BURNERS 

Used  extensively  by  Incubator  and 
Brooder  manufacturers.  So  designed 
that  perfect  combustion  is  insured. 
Easily  cleaned  and  trimmed. 

No.  202.  Size  2;  diameter  of  thread 
in.;  diameter  of  cone  2%  in.;  size 
wick  % in.  Each  $0.45. 

No.  203.  Size  30;  diameter  of  thread 
1%  in.;  diameter  of  cone  3T%  in.;  size 
wick  1%  in.  Each  $0.65. 


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MASTER  BREEDER  CHICK  BOXES 

Represent  the  best  qual- 
ity of  material  and  work- 
manship obtainable.  The 
box  is  well  ventilated — 
built  to  offset  acute  weather 
changes.  Partition  boards 
on  both  50  and  100  chick 
size  are  made  full  height 
to  add  greater  strength  to 
the  box  and  to  prevent 
chicks  from  crowding  over 
the  tap,  becoming  squeezed 
and  injured.  Holes  punched 
in  partition  boards  will 
give  cross  ventilation  if 
desired.  Covers  are  attrac- 


tively printed  “Baby 
Chicks.” 

No.  S 25 — 25  chick  size 15c  Ea. 

No.  S 50 — 50  chick  size ....20c  Ea. 

No.  S100 — 100  chick  size 30c  Ea. 


Chick  Box 


HATCHAN  EGG  BOX 


This  box  is  so  constructed 
with  filler  inserted,  that  it 
will  resist  crushing  and 
blows  received  when  in 
transit  much  better  than  a 
one-piece  box  or  a box  with- 
out a filler,  such  as  the 
average  box  now  on  the 
market.  Designed  particu- 
larly for  transportation  of 
valuable  eggs  for  hatching. 
The  maximum  of  safety  is 
assured. 


No.  3-15  egg 25c  Ea. 

No.  -1-30  egg 40c  Ea. 

No.  5-50  egg 50c  Ea. 


Hatchan  Egg  Box 


SHIPPING  COOP 


A m'at,  strong,  light 
weight  coop — low  in  price — 
made  in  three  parts.  The 
top  and  bottom  are  made 
of  wood  so  flanged  that  the 
body  (which  is  one  piece  of 
waterproof  corrugated  fibre 
board)  is  quickly  fastened 
in  (place  with  absolute  se- 
curity. The  end  holes  serve 
as  ventilation  and  are  con- 
venient in  handling  this 
coop. 

This  is  an  exceptionally 
strong  package,  particularly 
adapted  to  fancy  fowls  be- 
cause there  are  no  rough 
edges  nor  sharp  corners  on 
Shipping  Coop  the  sides.  The  cellular 

construction  of  the  body 
provides  more  protection  against  changes  of  temperature 
than  if  the  box  were  of  wood  construction. 


B — 33  lbs.— 21x12x22  .....$0.70  Ea. 

C— 41  lbs.— 21x18x22  90  Ea. 

D — 50  lbs. — 21x24x22  1*00  Ea! 


New  Model  Metal  Egg  and  Butter 
Carriers 


ISgga 


Have  proven  themselves,  by  their  thousands  of  users,  to 
be  the  only  practical  idea  for  shipping  Eggs,  Butter  and 
other  farm  products  by  Parcel  Post. 


The  new  patented  Filler  made  of  cardboard,  circular 
in  shape  (like  an  egg)  and  reinforced,  insures  strength, 
yet  retains  lightness  in  weight,  is  a wonder  for  safety  and 
durability.  It  is  so  constructed  that  shocks  from  all  sides 
are  absorbed  without  injuring  the  eggs.  It  is  practically 
egg-break  proof,  unless  the  egg  is  cracked  before  shipping. 


1 8 Eggs 
2-1  Eggs 


Price — Eggs 


$1.25  Ea. 
1.50  Ea. 


Price — Combination 


12  Eggs— 2 lbs.  Butter $1.50  Ea. 

24  Eggs — 4 lbs.  Butter 2.00  Ea. 


We  have  on  hand  a supply  of  all  sizes  and  combina- 
tions. Get  a Circular  on  same. 


PAGEL’S  SANITARY  NON-FREEZE 
DRINKING  FOUNTAIN 


Pagel’s  Sanitary  Fountain 
is  made  of  galvanized  iron. 

It  is  similar  in  construction 
to  the  fireless  cooker,  being 
packed  with  a non-conduct- 
ing material  which  retains 
the  temperature  of  the  water. 

The  drinking  cup  which  con- 
tains only  water  exposed, 
forms  a connection  between 
the  outer  and  inner  can,  and 
does  not  project  beyond  outer 
can.  There  being  no  chance 
for  droppings,  the  cause  of  so 
much  disease,  to  get  into  the 
water.  A separate  cup  is 
also  provided  that  can  be 
removed  and  cleaned  at  any 
time. 

This  cup  catches  the  food 
and  dirt  that  adheres  to  the 
fowls’  beaks  and  is  naturally 
deposited  in  the  drinking 
water. 

By  preventing  this  accumu- 
lation from  entering  the  main  water  chamber  the  water 
is  kept  sweet  and  clean,  and  by  keeping  the  water  clean, 
the  bottom  of  the  can  is  prevented  from  rusting,  as  it  is- 
this  sediment  settling  on  the  bottom  of  the  can  that  causes- 
it  to  rust. 

You  will  notice  in  reading  articles  written  by  author- 
ities on  egg  production  that  clean  water  of  the  right 
temperature  and  plenty  of  it,  which  Pagel’s  Sanitary 
Fountain  is  guaranteed  to  supply,  is  an  absolute  necessity 
to  good  health  and  heavy  egg  production. 


DIRECTIONS  FOR  USING 

Do  not  remove  cover  of  fountain.  Lay  fountain  back 
on  legs  provided,  to  keep  it  from  rolling,  remove  cup. 
and  pour  water  in  funnel  shaped  opening.  To  empty,  tip- 
fountain  forward  and  water  will  run  out  freely.  During 
extremely  cold  weather  best  results  are  obtained  by  filling 
fountain  in  the  evening  with  hot  water,  this  will  gradually 
cool  in  the  night  and  heat  the  packing,  which  in  turn, 
will  keep  the  water  warm  when  but  a little  is  left  in 
fountain.  One  filling  a day  is  all  that  is  necessary.  It 
is  a good  idea  to  place  the  fountain  on  a shelf  about  18- 
inches  from  the  floor,  this  prevents  fowls  from  scratching 
litter  into  drinking  cup. 

PRICE— No.  2,  $3.50;  No.  3,  $4.00;  No.  5,  $5.00. 


CARBOLA 


Carbola  is  a white  paint  in  powder  form  combined  with 
a disinfectant  twenty  times  stronger  than  carbolic  acid. 
It  is  ready  to  use  as  soon  as  mixed  with  water— no  waiting 
or  straining. 

Carbola  will  not  clog  the  sprayer.  It  does  not  blister, 
flake  or  peel  off.  It  dries  out  white  with  a smooth  finish. 
It  doesn’t  spoil  by  standing,  even  after  it  is  mixed  with 
water.  It  paints  and  disinfects  at  one  operation  and  is 
recommended  for  use  in  poultry  houses,  stables,  cellars, 
dog  kennels,  hog  pens,  dairies,  garages  and  outbuildings. 
It  saves  time,  labor  and  money  and  gives  far  better  results 
than  can  be  had  from  the  old-fashioned  use  of  whitewash 
and  disinfectants.  Put  up  in  various  sizes. 

PRICE — 5 Lb.  Pkg.  75c;  10  Lb.  Pkg.  $1.25;  50  Lb.  Bag 
$5.00.  Also  put  up  in  300  Lb.  Bbls. 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  COMPANY 


Garden  Tools  and  Sundries 


The  prices  in  this  Catalog  are  necessarily  those  in  effect 
at  the  time  it  goes  to  press.  We  can  not  guarantee  them 
lor  an  entire  season. 

We  will  mail  any  articles  that  we  can,  Provided  Postage 
Is  Remitted  With  Order,  1st  lb.  5c,  each  additional  lb.  lc. 


Asparagus  Knife 

r SPARAGUS  KNIFE.'  Each  50c. 


FERTILIZERS.  See  page  85. 

FLOWER  POTS.  See  page  85. 

FUMIGATING  LAMP.  Metal,  for  vaporizing  nicotine.  75c. 

GARDEN  TOOL  SETS.  For  women  and  children;  rake, 
hoe  and  shovel.  $1.50.  ’ 

GLAZING  POINTS.  Peerless,  made  in  three  sizes — No.  1, 
for  small  single  thickness  giass;  No.  2,  for  medium 
double  thick  glass;  No.  3,  for  large  double  thick  glass. 
Per  1,000,  60c;  postpaid.  75c. 


Hand  Corn  Planter 

CORN  PLANTER.  A real  necessity  in  replanting  corn, 
both  field  and  sugar.  Each  $1.50. 


iron  Dibble  Wood- Handle  Dibble  Spade  Handle  Dibble 
CULTIVATORS.  See  page  84,  “Weedera,”  page  84. 
CULTURES.  For  legumes,  see  page  72. 

DIBBLES.  For  transplanting  plants,  iron,  60c;  wood 
handle,  75c;  spade  handle,  90c. 


Small  Hand  Fork 


Large  Hand  Fork 

FORKS.  Hand  spading,  small,  50c;  larger,  73c. 
Spading,  4 tines,  $2.00;  5 tines,  $2.25;  boys’,  $1.00. 


GRAFTING  WAX.  % lb.,  15c;  1 Id.,  40c. 

GRASS  EDGING  KNIVES.  With  handles,  English,  8-in., 
$2.00;  9-in.,  $2.25;  American,  9-in.,  $1.00. 

GRASS  HOOKS  OR  SICKLES.  English,  riveted  back, 
No.  2,  90c;  No.  3,  95c;  No.  4,  $1.00;  solid,  70c. 

Little  Giant,  75c. 

HANGING  BASKETS.  Painted  galvanized  wire,  S-in.,  20c; 
10-in.,  25c;  12-in.,  30c;  14-in.,  35c;  16-in.,  50c. 

IIOES.  Combined  hoe  and  rake.  4 teeth  rake,  90c;  6 
teeth,  $1.00. 

Garden,  1 point,  60c;  2 points,  70c. 

Grubbing,  blade  7x9  in.,  $1.50. 

Forged  steel,  5-in.,  90c;  6-in.,  90c;  7-in.,  95c;  9-in.,  $1.25. 

Square,  6-in.,  90c;  7-in.,  95c;  8-in.,  $1.00;  14-in.,  celery. 

$2.00. 

Warren,  7-in.,  $1.25;  7% -in.,  $1.50. 

Baby  Warren  hoes,  short  handle,  4%  -in.  blade,  50c. 

HOSE,  RUBBER.  Moulded,  for  garden  and  greenhouse. 

Red,  best  made,  %-in.,  per  foot,  lhc. 

Black,  %-in.,  per  foot,  16c. 

SASH,  UNGLAZED.  Made  from  strictly  clear  cypress 
lumber.  White  lead  used  on  the  tendons,  and  iron 
dowel  pins  at  the  corners.  4x6  ft.,  5 rows,  8-in  glass, 
$4.50  each. 

We  also  carry  in  stock  regulation  size  Sash  Glazed  second 
hand  but  good.  $1.00  to  $3.50  each. 

LABELS,  WOOD.  For  pots,  painted. 

4x  %-in.,  per  100,  30c;  per  1,000,  $2.50. 

5x  %-in.,  per  100,  35c;  per  1,000,  $3.00. 

6x  %-in.,  per  100,  40c;  per  1,000,  $3.50. 

Sx  %-in.,  per  100,  $1.00;  per  1,000,  $8.00. 

lOx  % -in.,  per  100,  $1.00;  per  1,000,  $9.00. 

12x1  % -in.,  per  100,  $1.25;  per  1,000,  $11.50. 

LABELS.  Tree,  notched,  copper  wired,  per  100,  40c;  per 
1,000,  $3.00. 

LABELS.  Heavily  waxed  paper,  copper  wired,  none  bet- 
ter, per  100,  35c;  per  1,000,  $2.90. 

LEAF  MOULD.  Peck,  25c;  bu.,  75c. 

MOLE  TRAPS.  Reddilc,  75c;  Schroeter,  $1.25. 

MOSS,  SPAGNU3I.  For  growing  orchids  and  packing 
plants.  Bale,  $1.50. 

MOSS,  SHEET.  Bale,  50c. 

PUTTY,  BLACK  GLAZING.  Gives  with  the  vibration  of 
the  house,  saving  in  cracked  or  broken  glass.  Further, 
glass  set  with  Black  Glazing  Putty  is  easily  removed 
when  desired.  Gal.,  $2.00;  10  gal.  drum,  $1.15  per  gal. 

PUTTY  BULB.  A useful  tool  for  applying  liquid  putty 
and  glazing  greenhouses.  $1.35. 

PEAT,  JERSEY.  Peck,  25c;  bu.,  75c. 

POTTING  SOIL.  Peck,  35c;  bu.,  $1.25. 

PUTTY  MACHINE.  Made  of  good  steel,  $3.50;  new 
style,  $5.00. 

RAFFIA.  Tough  and  pliable.  Best  for  tying  plants. 
Lb.,  50c;  5 Lbs.,  $2.00. 


ROLLERS 

Water  ballast.  Is  a very 
easy  running  roller,  having 
roller  bearings  and  counter- 
poise weights,  which  counter- 
balance weight  of  handle.  The 
special  feature  of  this  roller 
is  that  it  can  be  adjusted  to 
any  weight  with  water.  Coun- 
terpoise, $4.50  extra;  not  in- 
cluded in  following  prices; 


No. 

Diam. 

Width 

Empty 

Filled 

Price 

3 

14-in. 

20-in. 

46  lbs. 

150  lbs. 

$12.50 

5 

18-in. 

23-in. 

76  lbs. 

300  lbs. 

15.00 

7 

24-in. 

24-in. 

95  lbs. 

500  lbs. 

18.00 

120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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GARDEN  TOOLS  AND  SUNDRIES— Continued 

SAND.  For  propagating,  peck,  40c;  bu.,  $1.25. 

RAKES.  Garden,  straight  steel  teeth,  10  teeth,  90c;  12 
teeth,  95c;  14  teeth,  $1.00. 

Bow  steel  teeth,  12  teeth,  $1.00;  14  teeth,  $1.10 
Lawn,  Ames,  wood,  with  3 steel  bows,  $1.50. 

Hustler,  galvanized,  steel  wire,  24  teeth,  $1.00; 
36  teeth,  $1.25. 

Lawn  King,  wood,  22  teethf  75c;  26  teeth,  $1.00. 

'RAT  EXTERMINATOR.  Guaranteed  to  kill  them  and 
leaves  no  odor.  Price  25c. 

•SAUCERS.  See  page  85. 

SEED  SOWER.  Little  Giant,  $2.25. 

Horn,  $1.00. 

Cyclone,  one  of  the  best,  $2.50. 

•SCYTHES.  English,  riveted  back,  30  and  32-in.,  $3.00; 
34-in.,  $3.25;  36-in.,  $3.25;  38-in„  $3.50. 

American,  $2.25;  heavy  bush,  short  blade,  $2.25. 
SCYTHE  STONES.  English  Talacre,  35c;  Darby,  25c; 
Carborundum,  35c. 

SHEARS 

GRASS.  Border  without  wheel,  American,  8-in.,  $3.00 

9- in.,  $3.25;  10-in. , $3.50;  imported,  8-in.,  $1.00;  9-in., 
$4.25;  10 -in.,  $4.75. 

Border,  with  wheel,  American,  8-in.,  $4.50;  9-in.,  $4.75; 

10- in.,  $5.00;  imported,  8-in.,  $4.75;  9-in.,  $5.00;  10-in., 
$5.25. 

. Hand  pruning,  first  quality,  6-in„  ladies’,  $1.75;  8-in., 
$2.50;  9-in.,  $2.75. 

Second  quality,  8-in.,  $1.25;  9-in.,  $1.50. 

Wiss,  9-in.,  heavy.  We  believe  this  the  best  shear 
made,  $3.50. 

Hedge,  American,  notched,  8-in.,  $2.00;  9-in.,  $2.25; 

10-in.,  $2.50;  12-in.,  $3.00. 

Hedge,  Simplicity,  $4.00;  better  grade,  $6.00. 

Tree  Pruning,  8-ft.  pole,  90c;  10-ft.  pole,  $1.50. 

SHOES,  WOODEN.  We  carry  all  sizes  and  shapes  con- 
stantly. $1.00  to  $1.50  per  pair. 

SHOVELS.  Hound  point,  D handle,  $2.25;  long  - handle, 
$2.25. 

Square  point,  D handle,  $2.25;  long  handle,  $2.25. 
SPADES.  $2.25;  ladies’,  $1.25;  special  long  strap  nursery 
spade,  $3.25. 

PLANT  STAKES 


Heavy  Rose  or  Dahlia.  Bound,  painted  green. 


Each  Doz. 

100 

Each  Doz. 

100 

3 ft.  $0.14  $1.50 

$10.75 

5 

ft. 

$0.22  $2.50 

$18.25 

4 ft. 

.17  1.85 

14.25 

6 

ft. 

.28 

3.19 

22.35 

Square. 

Painted  green. 

Each  Doz. 

100 

Each 

Doz. 

100 

1%  ft. 

$0.03  $0.30 

$1.85 

3%  ft. 

$0.14 

$1.25 

$9.00 

2 ft. 

.06  .54 

3.50 

4 

ft. 

.17 

1.60 

12.00 

2%  ft. 

.07  .75 

5.50 

5 

ft. 

.25 

2.25 

16.00 

3 ft. 

.11  1.00 

7.00 

6 

ft. 

.30 

2.75 

18.00 

Western  Cane  Stakes.  These  must  not  be  confused  with 
the  Southern  stock.  While  not  quite  as  large,  they  are 
much  firmer  and  will  outlast  the  Southern  cane  many  times 


over. 

6 to  8 ft $3.00 

9 to  12  ft 5.00 

Green  Hyacinth  Stakes.  Wood. 

12  in.,  per  100,  30c;  per  1,000... $2.50 

18  in.,  per  100,  40c;  per  1,000. 3.50 


“ADJUSTO”  PLANT  SUPPORT  is  a marvel  for  simplic- 
ity and  efficiency.  It  consists  of  two  parts;  an  oak  stake 
pointed  at  the  bottom  and  painted  green,  and  a hoop  of 
the  toughest  wire,  also  painted  green  to  prevent  rust. 

It  contains  no  nails,  hooks  or  screws.  It  holds  securely 
any  flower  or  plant  and  can  be  adjusted  to  any  height 
to  conform  with  the  plant’s  growth. 

ADJUSTO  PLANT  STAKES,  COMPLETE 

18-in $0.10  48-in ....$0.35 

24-in 12%  60-in 40 

36-in 30  72-in 45 

ADJUSTO  PLANT  STAKES,  WITHOUT  WIRES 

36-in $0.15  60-in .....$0.25 

48-in 20  72-in 30 

TROWELS.  American,  6-in.,  20c. 

English  pattern,  7-in.,  50c. 

Steel  shank,  extra  heavy,  75c. 

Transplanting,  30c. 

Ladies,  15c. 

American  Beauty,  50c. 

Hoe  trowel,  75c. 

THERMOMETERS.  We  carry  the  best  make  Incubator 
or  Brooder  Thermometers.  75c  to  $1.50  each. 

General  purpose  variety,  best  made.  60c  to  $2.00. 
TUBS.  American  style.  See  page  84. 

TWINE.  White  cotton,  3,  4,  6 ply,  lb.  45c. 

Jute,  2,  3,  5 ply,  lb.  30c. 

WATERING  CANS.  8 qt 85 

4 qt.  .$0.65  10  qt.  ........ ...  1.00 

6 qt ....  .75  12  qt.  ...............  1.20 

Above  cans  are  extra  heavy  galvanized. 

WEEDERS.  Excelsior,  15c;  Magic,  35c. 

Dandelion,  Lawn  Weeder,  $1.00. 

Magic  Garden  Cultivator  and  Weeder,  4-tine,  75c;  3-tine, 
50c. 

WINDOW  BOXES.  Self-watering.  See  page  85. 


Adjusto  Plant  Support  Watering  Can 


Transplanting  Trowel 


English  Trowel 


Steel  Shank  American  American 
Trowel  Beauty  Trowel  Trowel 


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THE  MARKET  GARDENERS'  SEED  COMPANY 


Wheel  Hoes,  Cultivators  and  Seeders 

Much  of  the  tedious,  back-breaking  seeding,  wee  ling,  and  hoeing  are  eliminated  by  the  use  of  adjust- 
able wheel  tools.  Being  light  and  simple  in  construction  they  are  practical  tools  for  women  and  children. 
Market  Gardeners  use  them  making  possible  accurate  sowing  and  thorough  cultivation  in  rows  too  narrow 
for  horse  tools. 

SEND  FOR  A PLANET  JR.  CATALOGUE.  It  is  possible  to  list  only  a few  of  these  tools  here  since 
the  line  includes  a very  complete  assortment  of  hand  and  horse  tools,  both  for  one  and  two  horses. 


No.  16.  SINGLE  WHEEL  HOE. 

Designed  to  do  all  work  required  in 
the  small  garden:  plowing,  cultivat- 
ing, hoeing  and  raking.  It  is  very 
light,  and  can  therefore  be  easily 
carried  about.  Price,  $8.50. 

No.  12.  DOUBLE  AND  SINGLE 
WHEEL  HOE  COMBINED.  The  arch 
is  high  enough  to  straddle  a row 
until  plants  are  20  inches  high;  this 
insures  close  work.  It  can  be  altered 
into  an  admirable  single  wheel  hoe 
for  working  between  rows.  Price. 
$10.25. 

No.  4.  COMBINED  HILL  AND 
DRILL  SEEDER  AND  SINGLE 
WHEEL  HOE.  The  small  grower 
should  select  one  of  the  combined 
machines.  The  drill  attachment  will 
not  be  used  as  often  as  the  hoeing 
and  cultivating  tools,  but  will  be  a 
source  of  much  saving.  This  machine 
is  a special  favorite.  There  are  prob- 
ably more  of  them  in  use  in  the  world 
than  any  other  Seeder  made.  As  a 
Hill  and  Drill  Seeder  it  opens  the 
furrow,  deposits  the  seed,  covers  it 
and  rolls  it,  either  in  drills  or  hills. 
Holds  2V2  quarts.  Price,  $17.50. 

No.  31.  COMBINED  D R I L 1 
SEEDER  AND  SINGLE  WHEEI 
HOE.  This  machine  is  thoroughly 
well  made  and  offered  at  a price  that 
makes  it  pay  the  very  small  gardener. 
Holds  one  quart.  Price,  $13.75. 


Combined  Hill  and  Drill  Seeder  and 
Single  Wheel  Hoe 

FAIRY  CULTIVATOR.  A very 
useful  and  moderate  priced  wheel 
hoe.  Price,  $3.20, 

THE  TRUE  TEMPER  GENEVA, 
No.  G-2,  is  recognized  everywhere 
as  the  only  real  Quick-Adjustable 
Cultivator  on  the  market  today. 
It  has  a Scuffle  Hoe,  a Plow  and 
five  Cultivator  Teeth,  all  perma- 
nently 


Combined  Drill  Seeder  and  Single 
Wheel  Hoe 

Efficient — inexpensive 
— Easy  to  Operate 


frame. 


A Cultivator  with 
Exclusive  Features 


attached  to  the 
Any  of  these  tools 
may  be  securely  locked  into 
working  position  by  a few 
urns  of  the  Hand  Wheel. 
No  lost  attachments  or 
wrenches  to  look  for. 

Every  gardener  knows 
and  appreciates  the  value 
of  time — that  is  one  reason 
why  this  Cultivator  is  such 
;a  favorite.  Price,  $8.00. 


Combined  True  Temper  Plow,  Wheel  Hoe  Cultivator 


True  Temper  Wheel  Cultivator 

Magic  Weeders  and  Cultivators 


Adjustable  From 
y/  7 To  is  Inches 


CULTIVATOR,  HAND  GARDEN.  The  Prongs  are  square 
spring  steel  bent  Cornerwise,  with  forged  shovels  at  ends. 
The  Socket  Frame  and  Clamping  Bar  are  made  of  tough- 
est malleable.  Handle  best  grade  of  White  Ash;  4 feet 
long.  9-Tooth  Cultivator,  $1.50;  5-Tooth  Cultivator,  75c. 


MAGIC  WEEDER. 

One  of  the  best  hand 
tools,  saving  time  and 
labor.  It  is  made  in 
different  styles  as 
shown  by  the  cuts 
and  can  be  used  both 
for  cutting  and  dig- 
ging out  weeds,  as 
well  as  for  making 
rows,  if  desired. 


Style  D 

Magic  Weeder  and  Cultivator 

Style  E — 4 Tines,  Handle  4 ft Price,  45c. 

Style  A — 3 Tines,  Handle  6 in !..!!.!!!  Price!  15c. 

Style  D — 1 Tines,  Handle  6 in ! Price!  45c! 


120-122-124-126  EAST  COURT  ST.,  CINCINNATI,  OHIO 


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FERTILIZERS 


ASK  FOR  SPECIAL  PRICES  IN  LARGE  QUANTITIES 


Every  ton  of  manure  and  straw  should  be  saved  and 
hauled  to  the  field.  Fertilizers  should  be  ordered  early 
and  used  on  all  intensively  grown  crops.  They  mean 
bigger  crops  and  save  labor  at  a time  when  it  is  scarce, 
in  that  they  make  every  acre  return  its  utmost  for  the 
work  expended  upon  it.  All  Fertilizers  delivered  free  of 
charge,  and  prices  quoted  subject  to  market  change  with- 
out notice.  If  large  quantities  are  wanted  ask  for  special 
prices. 

ASHES,  HARD  WOOD.  Indispensable  for  all  crops 
requiring  potash;  very  beneficial  for  lawns.  Apply  one  to 
two  tons  per  acre.  Per  Lb.  10c;  50  Lbs.  $1.50;  100  Lbs. 
$2.50. 

BLOOD,  DRIED.  For  flowering  plants.  Its  chief  ele- 
ment being  nitrogen.  Per  Lb.  15c;  25  Lbs.  $2.00;  100  Lbs. 
$7.00. 

BONE.  PURE  GROUND.  This  is  ground  very  fine, 
decomposes  more  rapidly  in  the  soil  than  coarser  grades, 
and  is  therefore  more  quickly  beneficial.  Per  Lb.  10c;  10 
Lbs.  65c;  25  Lbs.  $1.25;  50  Lbs.  $2.00;  bag  125  Lbs.  $4.25. 

CATTLE  MANURE.  Shredded  and  dried,  therefore 
more  concentrated  than  it  is  from  the  stable.  Price, 
100  Lbs.  $2.25. 

EXCELSIOR  PLANT  FOOD.  For  Ferns  and  Other 
House  Plants.  An  odorless  preparation  combining  in  a 
concentrated  and  soluble  form  every  element  required  in 
plants  and  flower?  to  produce  vigorous  growth  and  a pro- 
fusion of  flowers.  It  is  immediately  soluble  in  water,  and 
available  to  plant  life  from  the  moment  of  application. 
Small  Pltg.  15c;  Medium  Pkg.  25c;  Large  Pkg.  35c;  5 Lbs. 
$1.50. 

11UMUS.  That  portion  of  soil  formed  by  decomposition 
of  animal  and  vegetable  matter.  A valuable  constituent  of 
soil.  Price  per  bag.  Per.  Lb.  5c;  5 Lbs.  25c;  25  Lbs.  75c; 
50  Lbs.  $1.25;  100  Lbs.  $1.75. 

LIMESTONE  AGRICULTURAL.  Destroys  Soil  Acidity 
— Loosens  Up  Clay  Soils— Tightens  Up  Sandy  Soils.  Puts 
soils  in  better  condition.  Apply  at  the  rate  of  2,000  to 
4,000  lbs.  per  acre,  and  may  be  applied  at  any  season  of 
the  year.  Per  Pkg.  10c;  100  Lb.  Bag  $1.25;  500  Lbs.,  $5.50. 

MURIATE  OF  POTASH.  One  of  the  most  necessary 
fertilizers.  This  fertilizer  is  entirely  imported.  Per  Lb.  15c; 
25  Lbs.  $2.00;  100  Lbs.  $5.00. 

NITRATE  OF  SODA.  Contains  about  16  per  cent,  nitro- 
gen, equal  to  20  per  cent,  ammonia.  If  plants  are  slow  in 


taking  hold  a small  quantity  will  be  found  beneficial. 
Per  Lb.  15c;  10  Lbs.  $1.00;  25  Lbs.  $2.00;  50  Lbs.  $3.00; 
100  Lbs.  $5.50. 

ACID  PHOSPHATE  16%.  Invaluable  for  all  crops. 
Analysis — Available  Phos.  Acid,  16  per  cent.;  Insoluble, 
1 per  cent.  Per  Lb.  5c;  25  Lbs.  $1.00;  50  Lbs.  $1.50;  bag 
125  Lbs.  $2.50. 

PULVERIZED  SHEEP  MANURE.  This  is  a pure,  nat- 
ural manure,  and  one  of  the  most  nutritious  foods  for 
plants.  Its  effect  is  immediate.  It  is  very  rich,  safe,  and 
gives  quick  results.  It  will  give  excellent  results  on  flower 
beds,  lawns,  or  in  vegetable  gardens,  as  it  contains  all  the 
elements  for  promoting  a quick,  luxuriant  growth,  as  well 
as  adding  body  to  the  plant.  Can  be  used  either  in  dry 
form  or  dissolved  to  make  a liquid  manure.  If  applied  dry, 
no  raking  off  is  required,  as  it  does  not  disfigure  the 
grounds,  nor  does  it  contain  seeds  of  foul  weeds,  nor  offen- 
sive odor.  It  is  especially  desirable  for  lawns,  producing  a 
quick  luxuriant  growth  of  rich  green  color,  that  will  enable 
the  grass  to  withstand  the  heat  and  drought  of  summer. 
Per  Pkg.  l«c;  5 Lbs.  30c;  10  Lbs.  50c;  25  Lbs.  $1.00;  50  Lbs. 
$1.50;  100  Lbs.  $2.50. 

STIM-U-PLANT  TABLETS.  As  every  kind  of  plant 
grows  in  the  garden,  orchard  and  farm,  feed  it  along  with 
Stim-L-planT  tablets.  These  tablets  contain  highly-con- 
centrated, immediately-available  forms  of  plant  food  for 
use  in  stimulating  fruit,  flower,  vegetable  and  ornamental 
plants,  and  may  be  used  in  liquid  or  tablet  form.  Trial 
Pkg.  15c;  Medium  25c;  Large  75c;  1,000  $3.50. 

PLANT  MARVEL.  Guaranteed  to  promote  luxuriant, 
perpetual  bloom,  the  sweetest  scented  flowers,  most  in- 
tense, vivid  colors,  thick,  bushy  ferns,  vigorous  growing 
bulbs,  gorgeous  roses,  hardy  shrubs,  tender  succulent,  crisp 
vegetables,  rich,  velvety  lawns.  Pkg.  25c;  % Lb.  60c; 
1 Lb.  $1.00. 

SULPHATE  OF  AMMONIA.  Contains  approximately 
25%  of  ammonia  and  comes  in  crystal  form  which  makes 
it  nice  to  apply  broadcast.  Owing  to  its  firmness  and 
keeping  qualities  it  is  preferred  by  some  gardeners  and 
fruit  growers  to  Nitrate  of  Soda.  Carrying  5%  more 
Ammonia  to  the  weight  than  Nitrate  of  Soda,  it  should 
be  applied  with  a little  more  care,  using  four  lbs.  instead 
of  five  of  Nitrate  of  Soda.  Price,  1 Lb.  15c;  10  Lbs.  $1.00; 
25  Lbs.  $2.00;  50  Lbs.  $3.00;  100  Lbs.  $5.50. 

TANKAGE.  Very  similar  to  blood  but  not  so  high  in 
fertilizer  content.  50  Lbs.  $2.00;  100  Lbs.  $3.50. 


Flower  Pots  and  Saucers 


STANDARD  FLOWER  POTS 


Size 

Each 

Doz. 

Size 

Each 

Doz. 

Size 

Each 

Doz. 

2 inch  

30c 

5 inch  

$0.75 

10  inch  

....... .$0.60 

$ 6.50 

2 y2  inch  

3c 

35c 

6 inch  

12c 

1.20 

12  inch  

1.00 

11.00 

3 inch  

40c 

7 inch  

18c 

1.75 

14  inch  

1.75 

12.00 

3 y2  inch  

5c 

45c 

8 inch  

2.75 

16  inch  

2.50 

25.00 

4 inch  

50c 

9 inch  

4.00 

FLOWER  POT 

SAUCERS 

Size 

Each 

Doz. 

Size 

Each 

Doz. 

Size 

Each 

Doz. 

4 inch  

35c 

7 inch  

10c 

$1.00 

10  inch  

20c 

$2.00 

5c 

50c 

8 inch  

12c 

1.20 

12  inch  

2.75 

6 inch  

6c 

60c 

9 inch  

1.50 

AZALEA  FLOWER  POTS 


These  are  the  same  style  and  price  as  our  standard  Flower  Pots,  but  not  so  deep.  Suitable  for  Azaleas,  Bulbs, 
Ferns,  Spireas,  etc. 

PAPER  POTS 


Size 

Doz.  100  1,000 

Size 

Doz. 

100 

1,000 

Size 

Doz. 

100 

1,000 

2 14' 

inch 

$0.10  $0.60  $5.00 

3 inch 

$0.15 

$0.85 

$ 7.00 

4 inch 

$0.25 

$1.40 

$12.50 

2% 

inch 

.10  .70  6.00 

3y2  inch 

.20 

1.15 

10.00 

5 inch 

.30 

2.00 

17.50 

Used 

largely  by  gardeners  and  truckers  for  growing  extra 

early 

vegetable 

and  flower 

plants  for 

transplanting. 

ROUND  SEED  PANS 

These  are  the  same  style  as  our  standard  Pots,  but  not  so  deep,  and  are  suitable  for  Cacti,  Begonias,  Tulips,  etc. 
Size  Each  Doz.  Size  Each  Doz.  Size  Each  Doz. 

5 inch  8c  $0.75  7 inch  ,18c  $1.75  10  inch  $0.60  $6.00 

6 inch  .’ 12c  1.20  8 inch 25c  2.75  12  inch  1.00  11.00 


THE  MARKET  GARDENERS’  SEED  GO’S.  PLANT  TUBS 


An  excellent  tub,  cheap,  neat  and  durable.  Made  from 


and  2 coats  of  green  ipaint. 

Diameter  High 

No.  7 12  inches  11  inches ....$2.50 

No.  8 13  inches  12  inches 2.75 

No.  9 14  inches  13  inches 3.00 

No.  10  15  inches  14  inches 3.25 


Add  50c  extra  if 


-inch  Cypress,  with  iron  handles  and  feet,  3 iron  hoops, 


Diameter  High 

No.  11  16  inches  15  inches .$3.50 

No.  12  17  inches  16  inches 3.75 

No.  13  18  inches  17  inches 4.25 

No.  14  19  inches  18  inches 4.75 

Feet  are  wanted. 


BEST  EVER  WINDOW  FLOWER  BOXES 

Designed  with  ventilating  subway,  neat,  strong,  with  weatherproof  finish.  This  box  is  attractive  in  appearance, 
durable,  being  made  of  heavy  galvanized  metal.  ....  . „ ..  , . „ 

The  heavy  roll  edge  adds  greatly  to  the  appearance  and  a device  inside  the  box  permits  the  application  of  water 
to  the  plants  without  any  untidyness  which  frequently  is  the  case  from  watering  the  plants  by  sprinkling.  All  boxes 
7 or  7y2  inches  wide  at  the  bottom,  6 inches  deep,  width  at  top  over  curled  flange  8%  inches. 

Prices: — 18  in.  $1.25;  24  in.  $1.50:  30  in.  $2.00;  36  in.  $2.50;  48  in.  $3.25. 


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Spraying  Pumps, 


No.  0 Paragon  . No.  1 Paragon 


Powder  Dusters  and  Appliances 


No.  5 Paragon 


PARAGON  SPRAYERS 

Always  sold  fully  equipped  with  pipe,  hose, 
nozzles,  everything  required  ready  for  spraying, 
are  adapted  to  any  spraying  solution,  and  will 
positively  spray  whitewash  and  water  paints 
without  straining,  and  will  not  clog. 

One  season’s  increased  production  of  fruit  or 
one  good  job  of  whitewashing  will  pay  many 
times  the  cost  of  a sprayer. 

Every  Paragon  Sprayer  is  fully  guaranteed. 
NOTICE — Our  space  being  limited,  compels 
us  to  omit  illustrating  other  sizes  of  Paragon 
Sprayers.  However,  if  interested,  will  mail  a 
circular  describing  each  and  every  Paragon 
Sprayer  made.  We  also  carry  a full  line  of 
repairs  for  Paragon  Sprayers;  also  Bamboo 
Brass  Lined  Spray  Poles. 

PARAGON  SPRAYER  No.  0 

Net  Price,  §12.50.  Capacity,  3 y2  Gallons 
EQUIPMENT:  4 feet  Special  Spray  Hose,  3 
feet  Spray  Pipe,  1 Mist  Spray  Nozzle,  1 Steel 
Cap  for  Mist  Nozzle,  1 Straight  Spray. 

PARAGON  SPRAYER  No.  1 

Net  Price,  §17.50.  Capacity,  6 Gallons 
EQUIPMENT:  5 feet  Special  Spray  Hose,  5 

feet  Pipe,  1 Mist  Nozzle,  1 Steel  Cap  for  Mist 
Nozzle,  1 Straight  Spray  Nozzle.  Any  additional 
length  of  hose  can  be  furnished  at  a reasonable 
extra  charge. 

PARAGON  SPRAYER  No.  3 


CAP 


Jim  Dandy  Sprayer 


No.  22  Banner  Compressed 
Sprayer 


Junior  Continuous 
Sprayer 


No.  20  Glass  Jar  Sprayer  No.  29  Brass 
Spray  Pump 


No.  8 Pint  Tin  Sprayer 


Net  Price,  §25.00.  Without  Truck,  $21.50 
Capacity,  12  Gallons 

EQUIPMENT:  10  feet  Special  Spray  Hose  7% 
feet  Extension  Pipe,  1 Mist  Nozzle,  1 Steel  Cap, 

1 Straight  Sp'ray.  Any  additional  length  of  hose 
can  be  furnished  at  a reasonable  extra  charge. 

PARAGON  SPRAYER  No.  4 
Net  Price,  §39.50.  Capacity,  28  Gallons 
This  machine  not  mounted  on  wheels,  §29.50 

EQUIPMENT:  20  feet  Special  Spray  Hose,  10 
feet  Extension  Pipe,  1 Mist  Spray  Nozzle,  1 Extra 
Steel  Cap,  1 Straight  Spray.  Any  additional 
length  of  hose  can  be  furnished  at  a reasonable 
extra  charge. 

PARAGON  SPRAYER  No.  5 

Net  Price,  §45.00.  Capacity,  50  Gallons 

EQUIPMENT:  25  feet  Special  Spray  Hose,  10 
feet  Extension  Pipe,  1 Three-Way  Spraying  Noz- 
zle, 1 Single  Spraying  Nozzle.  Any  additional 
length  of  hose  can  be  furnished  at  a reasonable 
extra  charge. 

BANNER  COMPRESSED  AIR  SPRAYER 

is  adapted  for  all  spraying  (purposes.  It  can  not 
be  excelled  for  spraying  garden  vegetables, 
plants,  shrubbery,  trees,  flower  beds,  whitewash- 
ing and  disinfecting  poultry  houses,  stables, 
cellars.  Brass,  §11.00;  Galvanized,  §7.35. 

THE  JIM-DANDY 

works  twenty-five  times  more  rapidly  than  any 
hand  sprayer  and  is  much  more  efficient.  To 
operate,  simply  work  plunger  handle  slowly; 
one  stroke  will  cover  a large  area  and  no  liquids 
wasted.  Sprays  anything  and  everything.  The 
reservoir  is  made  of  heavy  galvanized  iron, 
capacity  two  quarts;  all  other  parts  are  entirely 
of  brass,  including  ball  check  valves  and  nozzle. 
The  Golden  Spray  Nozzle  furnished  is  adjustable 
for  large  fine  mist  spray  or  long  distance  coarse 
spray,  as  desired.  Heavy  Galvanized,  §3.50; 
Brass,  §4.30. 

THE  JUNIOR 

is  a sturdy  sprayer  with  no  parts  to  get  out  of 
order.  It  is  adapted  for  all  spraying  purposes, 
such  as  garden  vegetables,  shrubbery,  flowers, 
house  plants  and  for  spraying  disinfectants  in 
public  buildings,  poultry  houses,  stables,  etc. 
Heavy  Galvanized,  §1.45;  Brass,  §2.25. 

No.  20  SPRAYER 

No.  20  made  with  BRASS  pump  head,  dis- 
charge tubes,  jar  cap  and  glass  reservoir,  makes 
this  sprayer  indestructible  against  rust  or  cor- 
rosion. Discharge  tubes  placed  within  slots  in 
pump  head,  holds  them  rigid  and  impossible  to 
get  out  of  alignment.  Price,  85c. 

No.  29  BRASS  SPRAY  PUMP 
(Will  fit  any  pail  or  bucket) 

Made  entirely  of  bras-s  with  the  exception  of 
handle  and  stirrup,  which  are  malleable  iron. 
Has  brass  valves  and  valve  seat,  brass  plunger, 
which  are  not  affected  by  the  poisonous  arsenics 
used  in  spraying  formulas.  Price,  §3.70. 

No.  8 TIN  SPRAY 

Made  of  heavy  tin,  throws  fine  mist  spray 
covering  large  area.  Provided  with  ,-^drip  cup 
which  prevents  any  liquid  soiling  the  floor -or 
carpet.  Price,  40c. 


We  carry  constantly  in  stock  repairs  for  all  makes  of  sprayers,  also  spray  rods  and  hose. 


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No.  3 TIN  SPRAYER 

Made  with  large  air  chamber,  cone  shaped 
end  extends  through  the  Double  Seamed  Reser- 
voir. Discharge  tube  is  protected  by  band  brace. 
A well-made  sprayer.  Price,  50c. 


THE  ROBERTSON  COMPRESSED 
AIR  SPRAYER 

They  give  a continuous  spray.  By  means  of 
the  universal  nozzle  the  spray  can  be  thrown 
on  the  under  side  of  the  leaves  of  plants  and 
shrubs,  the  under  side  of  beds  and  other  furni- 
ture, into  corners,  behind  doors,  on  top  of  mould- 
ings, window  casings,  behind  steam  pipes,  and 
other  difficult  places.  Capacity,  one  quart. 

Tin  ..$1.00  Brass  $1.75 

Galvanized  1.25  Copper  2.00 


No.  3 Quart  Tin  Sprayer 


Robertson  Sprayer 


VEGETABLES,  PLANTS,  ROOTS 
AND  HERBS  IN  SEASON 


BELLOWS,  ACME 

Is  well  made,  with  a solid  hardwood  head  block, 
hardwood  handles,  best  leather  for  the  bellows,  and 
extra  elbow  is  furnished  to  tilt  the  funnel  for  getting 
under  the  leaves  of  plants  and  shrubs.  Each  $1.50. 

DICKEY  BUG  DEATH  DUSTER 

Practical  and  effective;  for  applying  Bug  Death  Pow- 
der. 25c  Each. 

CHAMPION  INSECTICIDE  DUSTER 

It  will  cover  two  rows  as  fast  as  a man  can  walk. 
Can  be  easily  regulated  as  to  quantity  and  will  do  as 
much  work  in  a day  as  a horse  sprayer.  Extension 
tubes  enable  the  Gun  to  be  used  on  fruit  and  shade 
trees  and  in  the  vineyard.  Among  tobacco  and  potato 
growers  they  have  become  almost  indispensable,  per- 
forming the  work  in  a perfect  and  rapid  manner. 
Each  $14.00. 

LITTLE  GIANT  DUSTER 

This  is  made  on  the  same  principle  as  the  Champion 
but  the  capacity  is  smaller  and  there  are  some  differ- 
ences in  construction.  It  is  offered  to  supply  the  de- 
mand for  a low-priced  implement.  It  works  in  the 
same  manner  as  the  Champion  with  a crank.  Does 
not  have  as  many  parts  nor  as  much  extension. 
Each  $11.00. 

THE  STANDARD  SPRAY  PUMP 

Not  a compressed  air  sprayer  and  is,  in  short,  merely 
a very  accurately  designed  and  finely  fitted  “squirt 
gun,”  with  a proper  outfit  of  nozzles  capable  of  vari- 
ous combinations.  It  is  made  of  brass  throughout. 
The  nozzles  are  attached  to  the  discharge  end  and 
the  hose  to  the  suction  end  of  the  pump.  Each  $5.00. 

FOUNTAIN  LAWN  SPRINKLER 

Sprinkles  a full  circle  with  a fine,  “Mist-like”  Spray. 
No  moving  parts — simple  and  efficient.  The  original 
lawn  sprinkler  of  its  type.  Known  the  country  over. 
Each  95c. 

HALF  FOUNTAIN 

Sprinkles  but  half  of  the  full  circle.  Pick  it  up 
without  shutting  off  the  water — stays  upright. 
Sprinkles  the  lawn — keeps  the  walks  dry.  Has  the 
“Mist-like”  spray.  Each  50c. 

BUSTER  BROWN  DUST  GUN 

A mechanically  perfect  apparatus  which  emits  pow- 
der in  clouds  of  right  consistency  from  any  position 
and  in  any  direction,  downward,  upward  or  horizontal. 
Entirely  different  principles  of  mechanics  have  been 
brought  into  play  than  have  been  used  heretofore  on 
such  outfits.  Each  $2.50. 


Acme  Powder  Bellows 


Little  Giant  Duster  Standard  Spray  Pump 


READY  FOR  PLANTING  OUT 


Lawn  Sprinkler 
Half  Circle 


Circular  Lawn  Sprinkler 


We  have  grown  for  us  annually  thousands  of  Vegetables, 
Plants,  etc.,  ready  about  April  15th,  weather  permitting. 

Doz.  25  50  100 


Asparagus — -Giant  Argentuil  25  .50  .90  $1.75 

Cabbage — Jersey,  Copenhagen,  Dutch,  .15  .25  .45 

Cauliflower — Snowball  25  .50  .90  1.75 

Celery — Golden  Yellow  and  Rooted...  .25  .40  .75 

Egg  Plant— Black  Beauty 25  .50  .90  1.75 

Kohl  Rabi— Vienna  .15  .25  .45 

Horse  Radish — Bohemian  25  .50  .80  1.50 

Pepper — Mango  and  Cayenne .25  .50  .90  1.75 

Sweet  Potato — Jersey,  Nancy  Hall . . . .20  .35  .60 

Tomatoes — All  Leading  Sorts 25  .50  .80  1.50 

Herbs — All  Varieties — Potted  . 15  to  .25  Each 


Buster  Brown  Duster 


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Insecticides  and  Fungicides 


Demand  Blue  Bird  Brand 
Ask  for  Special  Prices  on  Large  Quantities 


Almost  every  one  realizes  the  necessity  for  spraying.  It 
is  also  necessary  to  use  the  right  materials,  the  right  way, 
at  the  right  time.  In  order  to  acquaint  yourself  with 
how,  what,  and  when  to  spray,  get  our  spray  calendar  free. 

ANT  EXTERMINATOR.  44  Lb.  25c;  44  Lb.  45c;  1 Lb. 
80c. 


B.G.  Prmt  Company 

0 F'G  CHEMISTS 

HEW  YORK  CITY.  US  A 


ARSENATE  OF  LEAD.  (Dry  Powdered.)  Can  not  dry 
out  or  deteriorate  in  any  way,  even  if  carried  over  in- 
definitely and  represents  the  ideal  Arsenate  of  Lead. 
44  Lb.  30c;  1 Lb.  50c;  5 Lbs.  $2.00;  10  Lbs.  $4.00. 

“BLACK  LEAF  40.”  Soft-bodied,  sucking  insects  may 
be  effectively  controlled  by  spraying  with  “Black  Leaf  40.” 
This  is  a contact  remedy.  1 Oz.  bottle  35c;  44  Lb.  tin 
$1.25;  2 Lb.  tin  $3.50;  10  Lb.  tin  $13.50. 

BORDEAUX  MIXTURE.  (Dry  Powdered.)  Will  not 
dry  out  or  deteriorate.  44  Lb.  25c;  1 Lb.  40c;  5 Lbs.  $1.75; 
10  Lbs.  $3.50. 

BUG  DEATH.  A valuable  powder  for  Cucumbers,  Egg 
Plants,  Melons,  Hose  Bushes,  Currants  and  Potatoes.  1 Lb. 
20c;  3 Lbs.  40c;  5 Lbs.  60c;  12 44  Lbs.  $1.40. 

CAL-SULPHFR.  Kills  Mexican  Bean  Beetles.  The  only 
insecticide  made  for  the  control  of  the  Mexican  Bean 
Beetle.  Bean  Beetles  ruin  crops  in  a few  days.  Formula 
of  tri-calcium  arsenate  and  flowers  of  Sulphur  by  Dr.  W. 
E.  Hinds,  State  Entomologist  for  Alabama.  Recommended 
by  leading  farm  papers,  agricultural  agents  and  the  Fed- 
eral Bureau  of  Entomology  at  East  Lake,  Ala.  1 Lb. 
30c;  3 Lbs.  65c;  5 Lbs.  $1.00. 

CALCIUM  CYANIDE.  (Cyanogas.)  For  greenhouse 
fumigation.  A powder,  which  when  exposed  to  the  air, 
forms  a gas.  One-quarter  ounce  sufficient  for  1,000  cubic 
feet,  for  control  of  Aphis,  White  Fly,  Thrips,  Soft  Scale, 
etc.  Also  an  effective  control  for  Ants,  Moles,  etc.  Per 
Lb.  60c;  5 Lbs.  $2.50. 

COPPER  SULPHATE.  For  making  Bordeaux  mixture. 
1 Lb.  20c:  10  Lbs.  $1.50;  100  Lbs.  $12.50. 

CUTWORM  FOOD.  The  worm  seeks  the  Food  In  prefer- 
ence to  the  plant.  1 Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.50. 

DRY  LIME  SULPHUR.  Is  a combination  of  Lime  and 
Sulphur  which  can  be  used  not  only  as  a dormant  spray 
but  also  as  a summer  spray  in  combination  with  Arsenate 
of  Lead.  44  Lb.  20c;  1 Lb.  35c;  5 Lbs.  $1.40;  10  Lbs.  $2.25; 
25  Lbs.  $4.00. 

FISH  OIL  SOAP.  For  destroying  insects  on  Plants, 
Trees.  Vines,  etc.  This  is  also  a contact  remedy.  44  Lb. 
15c;  1 Lb.  25c;  5 Lbs.  $1.15;  in  bulk,  25  Lbs.  $4.00. 

HELLEBORE  POWDER.  For  destruction  of  Slugs, 
Worms,  Caterpillars,  etc.  y>  Lb.  30c;  1 Lb.  50c;  5 Lbs. 
$2.25. 

LIME  SULPHUR  SOLUTION.  For  Fall,  Winter  and 
early  Spring  spray.  Destroys  San  Jose  Scale,  Peach  Leaf 
Curl.  Bud  Moth.  Apple  Aphis.  Blister  Mite,  any  scale.  In- 
sects or  Bark  Lice.  1 Qt.  50c;  44  Gal.  75c:  1 Gal.  $1.00; 
5 Gals.  $4.00;  44  Bbl.  (25  Gals.)  $9.00;  1 Bbl.  (50  Gals.) 
$13.00. 

*NICO  FUME.  Paper.  A nicotine  preparation.  Fur- 
nishes easiest  method  of  fumigation.  Box  of  24  sheets, 
$1.25:  144  sheets,  $5.50:  288  Sheets.  $10.00. 

NICOTINE  FUMIGATOR  (Hall’s).  For  fumigating 
greenhouses — 12%%  Nicotine  guaranteed.  One  cone  will 
fill  7,000  cubic  feet  with  deadly  Nicotine  fumes.  Three 
cones  will  rid  the  average  size  greenhouse  (20  by  3 00  ft.) 
of  Aphids,  Thrips  and  similar  soft-bodied  sucking  insects, 
and  the  cost  will  be  only  25c.  1 Lb.  tins,  $1.25;  244  Lb. 

tins,  $2.50;  10  Lb.  tins,  $8.50. 

PARA-DICHLOROBENZENE.  For  killing  the  peach 
tree  borers.  Can  be  used  successfully  only  during  August 
and  September,  as  it  is  not  effective  if  used  at  other  sea- 
sons. Do  not  use  on  very  young  trees.  Per  Lb.  60c;  5 Lbs. 
$2.50:  10  Lbs,  $4.25. 

PARIS  GREEN.  A poisonous  powdered  insecticide  for 
insects  that  chew.  Principally  used  on  Potatoes  and  To- 
bacco in  drv  and  liquid  form.  44  Lb.  20c;  44  Lb.  30c; 
1 Lb.  55c;  5 Lbs.  $2.50. 

PYROX.  (Bordeaux  Arsenate  of  Lead,  Paste.)  A com- 
bination of  Bordeaux  Mixture  and  Arsenate  of  Lead,  form- 
ing thereby  a remedy  for  fungus  and  leaf-eating  insects. 
Use  1 lb.  to  from  5 to  10  gallons  of  water.  1 Lb.  50c; 
5 Lbs.  $2.00;  10  Lbs.  $3.50. 

SCALECIDE.  Used  according  to  directions  will  kill 
every  San  Jose  Scale  that  comes  in  contact  with  it.  Qt.  60c: 
44  Gal.  $1.00:  1 Gal.  $1.40;  5 Gals.  $6.25. 

SLUG  SHOT.  Very  effectual  in  destroying  Caterpillars, 
Currant,  Gooseberry  and  Cabbage  Worms,  Potato,  Melon, 
Squash  and  Cucumber  Bugs.  Rose  Slugs,  Rose  Lice,  etc. 
1 Lb.  carton  25c;  5 Lbs.  75c;  10  Lbs.  $1.35. 

SPRAY  TABS.  A complete  insecticide  in  tablet  form 
containing  the  proper  amount  of  poison  with  other  chemi- 
cals to  control  insects,  etc.  Dissolve  in  water  and  use. 
Full  directions  on  each  package.  30  tablets  in  box,  30c. 

SULPHUR,  POWDERED.  Used  to  prevent  and  cure 
mildew  on  plants.  1 Lb.  15c;  2 Lbs.  25c;  5 Lbs.  50c;  10 
Lbs.  90c. 

TOBACCO  DUST  FOR  FUMIGATING.  1 Lb.  10c;  4 Lbs. 
25e : 10  Lbs.  50c:  25  Lbs.  90c:  100  Lbs.  $3.50. 

TOBACCO  STEMS.  Used  for  fumigating  plants  to  kill 
insects,  and  as  a mulch  for  roses,  asters,  lettuce,  etc.  1 Lb. 
5c:  bale  of  about  125  Lbs.  $2.00. 

TREE  TANGLEFOOT.  For  protecting  trees  against 
climbing  insect  pests  in  a simple,  economical  and  effective 
way.  1 Lb.  60c:  5 Lbs.  $2.75;  10  Lbs.  $5.25. 

WEED  KILLER.  One  application  will  keep  paths  and 
roadways  free  from  weeds  for  an  entire  season.  1 Qt.  60c; 
1 Gal.  $1.50;  5 Gals.  $6.50. 


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Acroclinum  34 

Ageratum  . 34 

Alfalfa  72 

Alsike  72 

Althea  40,  65 

Alyssum  34 

Amaranthus  34 

Amaranth  Globe.. 3 9 

Anemone  34 

Animal  Regu- 
lators   86 

Anise  18 

Aquilegia  37 

Arabis  34 

Artichoke  3 

Asparagus  ....3,  34 
Aster  34 

Baby’s  Breath  . . .40 

Bachelor’s  Button. 36 

Bacteria  72 

Balloon  Vine  ....35 

Balsam  35 

Balsam  Apple  ...35 
Balsam  Pear  ....35 

Barley  73 

Basil  Sweet  18 

Beans  4-8 

Beets  9,  10 

Begonia  34,  53 

Beilis  37 

Bignonia  Radicans. 35 

Bird  Seeds  71 

Blackberry  59 

Bleeding  Heart  ..55 
Bokhara  Clover  ..72 

Borage  18 

Borecole  18 

Brazilian  Morning 

Glory  ..40 

Broccoli  10 

Brooders  76 

Broom  Corn  73 

Brussels  Sprouts.  .10 

Buckwheat  73 

Bulbs  53,  57 

Butterfly  Flower.  .65 

Cabbage  10,  12 

Calceolaria  35 

Calendula  35 

California  Poppy.. 38 

Calliopsis  35 

Canada  Field 

Peas  72 

Campanula  35 

Canary  Bird 

Flower  35 

Candytuft  35 

Gannas  36,  53 

Canes-Bamboo  ...83 
Canterbury  Bell  ..36 

Caraway  13 

Carbola  81 

Carpet  of  Snow... 35 

Carnation  36 

Carrot  12 

Cassaba  22 

Castor  Bean  ....37 

Cauliflower  13 

Celery  13-14 

Celery  Cabbage  ..12 

Celeriac  14 

Celosia  37 

Centaurea  37 

Cheiranthus  37 

Chervil  14 

Chicory  17 

Chinese  Cabbage..  12 
Chinese  Primrose. 49 

Chives  17 

Chrysanthemum  ..37 

Cineraria  37 

Citron  22 

Clarkia  37 

Clematis  36,  61 

Climbing  Vines  ..61 

Clover  72 

Cobaea  Scandens..37 

Cockscombs  37 

Coix  Lachryma.  . .37 


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Cold-Frame  2 

Coleus  38 

Collards  17 

Columbine  38 

Convolvulus  Major. 3 8 
Convolvulus  Minor. 3 8 

Coreopsis  34 

Coriander  18 

Corn,  Sweet  ....  15 

Corn  Flower  36 

Corn,  Field  75 

Corn  Planters  ...82 
Corn,  Popcorn  ...75 

Corn  Salad  16 

Cosmos  38 

Cow  Manure  85 

Cowpeas  73 

Cress  16 

Crimson  Treefoil.  .72 

Cucumber  16 

Cucurbita  ....38,  39 


Cultivator,  Hand, 
Garden  or  Wheel. 84 

Cultures  72 

Cup  and  Saucer.. 35 

Currants  59 

Cyclamen  38 

Cypress  Vine  ....38 

Dahlia  ...38,  54,  55 

Daisy  38 

Dandelion  17 

Datura  38 

Delphinium  41 

Devil-in-a-bush  ..41 

Dewberry  59 

Dianthus  ....  38,  46 

Dibbles  82 

Dielytra  (Dicentra) 

55 

Digitalis  3S 

Dill  18 

Dimorphoteca  . . .39 

Dolichos  38,  40 

Dusty  Miller  36 

Egg  Plant  17 

Elephant  Ear  ....54 
Emerald  Feather.  32 

Endive  17-18 

Enothera  47 

Escarolle  18 

Eschscholtzia  ...  .39 
Evening  Glory  ...39 

Evergreens  69 

Everlastings  ..32,  40 

Farm  Seeds  ...73-75 
Miscellaneous 

Fennel  Sweet  ....18 

Ferns  39 

Fertilizers  85 

Feverfew  39 

Flax  73 

Flower  Pots  and 

Saucers  85 

Flowering  Sage  ..48 
Flower  Seeds 

Culture  32 

Flower  Seeds  .32-52 
Forget-Me-Not  ...39 
Four  O’Clock  ....39 

Foxglove  40 

French  Honey- 
suckle   4 0 

Fruit  Trees  58 

Fuchsia  40 

Fumigating  Damp. 82 

Gaillardia  40 

Garden  Tools.. 82-84 

Garlic  18 

Geranium  40 

Gilliflower  40 

Gladiolus  ....  39,  56 
Glazing  Points  ...82 
Globe  Amaranth..  40 

Gloxinia  40 

Gomphrena  40 

Gooseberry  59 


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Gourd  

37,  41 

Grafting  Wax 

...  82 

Grapes  

59 

Grass  Edging 

Knives  

Grass  Seed  . . 

71 

Gypsophila  . . 

41 

Guns,  Insect  . 

Gumbo  23 

Hanging  Baskets. .82 
Hardy  Perennial 

Plants  61-65 

Hedysarrum  . .39-41 
Hedge  Plants  ...  .68 
Helianthus  ...40,  49 

Helichrysum  41 

Heliotrope  41 

Herbs  18,  87 

Hibiscus  Africanus.41 

Hollyhock  41 

Honeysuckle  ..39,  61 
Horse  Radish  ...18 
Hose,  Rubber  ...  82 

Hot  Beds  2 

Hot  Beds,  Sash...  82 
Humulus  Japonicus 

40 

Hungarian  73 

Hunnemannia  ....  38 
Hyacinth  Bean. 38,  41 

Iberis  41 

Ice  Plant  41 

Impatiens  Balsamina 

41 

Immortelles  40 

Inoculator  72 


Incubators  76 

Insecticides  and 


Fungicides  . 

88 

Ipomoea  ..37, 

40,  42 

Japan  Clover 

72 

Jananese  Hop 

. . .41 

Job’s  Tears 

4 9 

Joseph’s  Coat 

. . .42 

Kaffir  Corn  . . 

73 

Kale  

18 

T'  -«-»  iTTAg 

. 82 

Kochia  Trichophyela 

42 

Kohlrabi  . . . . 

18 

Dabels,  Wood 

. . .82 

Labels,  Paper 

. . .82 

Dabels,  Tree  . 

82 

Dady-in-the-Gr 

■een 

. . . .42 

Dantana  

42 

Darkspur  .... 

42 

Dathyrus  Datiofolius 

42 

Dathyrus  Odoratus.42 

Davender  .... 

18 

Dawn  Grass  . . 

.70-71 

Dawn  Rollers 

82 

Deaf  Mould  . . 

Deek  

18 

Degumes  .... 

Despedeza  Clover.  72 

Dettuce  

.19-20 

Dilies  

57 

Dinum  

42 

Dobelia  

. . . .42 

Dove-in-a-Mist 

. . .42 

DuCerna  or  Alfalfa.  7 2 

Dupin  

. . . .42 

Malcomia  .... 

42 

Mammoth  Clover.  72 
Mangrel  Wurzel..l0 

Marigold  .... 

43 

Marjoram  Sweet.. 18 
Marvel  of  Peru. 38,  43 

Mathiola  

Matricaria  . . . 

43 

Maurandia  . . . 

43 

Mesenbryanthimum 

40 

Page 

Mexican  Fire  Bush 

Mignonette  

.43 

Millet  

.73 

Mimosa  Pudica.  . 

.43 

Mimulus  

.44 

Mirabilis  38, 

43 

Mole  Traps  

. 82 

Momordica  

.44 

Moon  Flower  . . . 

.44 

Morning  Glory  . 

.44 

Morning  Flory, 

Dwarf  

.37 

Moss  Rose  

.47 

Moss,  Bale  

.82 

Moss,  Sheet  and 

Spagnum  ..  ... 

.82 

Mourning  Bride  . 

.44 

Mushroom  

.23 

Muskmelon  ...20 

-21 

Musk  Plant  .... 

.43 

Mustard  

23 

Myosotis  

Myrsiphyllum  . . . 

.43 

Nasturtium  

.44 

Nicotiana  

.45 

Nigella  

.44 

Oenothera  

.47 

Oats  

.74 

Okra  

.23 

Onions  

.22 

Onion  Sets  

22 

Ornamental 

Grasses  65 

-69 

Ornamental  Trees 

and  Shrubs . . 65, 

67 

Oxalis  

.45 

Pansy  

.45 

Papaver  

.47 

Parsley  

.23 

Parsnips  

.23 

Peas  24 

-25 

Peas,  Everlasting.  45 

■Ppftt  

82 

Pelargonium.  .39, 

45 

Pentstemon  

.45 

Peony  

. 45 

Pepper  

.25 

Pepper  Grass  . . . 

.16 

Periwinkle  

Pe-tsai  

Petunia  

.46 

Phlox  Drummondi 

.46 

Pie  Plant  

.28 

Pinks  

46 

Plant  Stakes 

.83 

Plant  Tubs  . . . . 

. 85 

Boorman’s  Orchid 

.47 

Poppy  

.47 

Portulaca  

.47 

Potatoes,  Irish  . 

.32 

Potatoes,  Sweet  ., 

.32 

Potash  

.85 

Potting  Soil  

,8-2 

Poultry  Feeds  and 

Supplies  ...  .76- 

-81 

Powder  Dusters. 86- 

-87 

Primrose  

,47 

Primula  Sinensi.  . 

,49 

Pruning  Shears  . . 

,82 

Pumpkin  

23 

Putty,  Bulb  

82 

Putty,  Diquid 

82 

Putty  Machine  . . . 

82 

Pyrethrum  

48 

Radish  27- 

-28 

Raffia  

82 

Rape  

74 

Raspberry  

59 

Rat  Exterminator. 

,83 

Red  Clover  

72 

Red  Hot  Poker... 

57 

Reference  Tables.. 

,91 

Rhodanthe  

48 

Rhubarb  

28 

Ricinus  36,  48 


Page 

Rocket,  Sweet  ...48 

Roots  53-57,  87 

Rose  Multiflora  ..48 

Rosemary  18 

Roses  60 

Rue  18 

Ruta  Baga  31 

Rye  74 

Saffron  18 

Sage  18 

Salpiglossis  48 

Salsify  28 

Salvia  48 

Sapling  Clover  ...72 

Sand  83 

Savory,  Summer..  18 

Scabiosa  48 

Scarlet  Flax.. 41,  48 

Schizanthus  48 

Scythe  Stones  ...83 

Seed  Drills  81 

Seed  Potatoes  ...26 
Seed  Sowers  ....83 
Seed  Sweet  Potatoes 
26 


Sensitive  Plant  ..48 


Shade  Trees  . 

68 

Shoes,  Wooden 

. . .83 

Smilax  

49 

Snapdragon  . . 

49 

Sorghum  . . . . 

74 

Sorrel  

Soy  or  Soja 

Bean  

74-75 

Speltz  or  Emmer.74 

Spinach  

28 

Spray  Pumps. 

.86-87 

Squash  

29 

fitno.lc  

. . . .49 

Strawberry  . . . 

Straw  Flower 

. . .49 

Sudan  Grass 

. . . .74 

Sugar  Beet  . . . 

10 

Sugar  Cane  . . . 

74 

Summer  Cypress.. 41 

Sun  Flower... 49,  74 

Sweet  Clover  . 

...  72 

Sweet  Peas  . . 

.50-51 

Sweet  Rocket  . 

49 

Sweet  Sultan  . 

. . .36 

Sweet  William 

. .52 

Swiss  Chard  9 


Tagetes  

. . .52 

Teosinte  

. . .75 

Thermometers 

. . .83 

Thyme  

. . .18 

Tigrinum  

. . .57 

Tobacco  29 

Tomato  . 30-31 

Tropaeolum  52 

Torenia  Fournieri.52 
Trumpet  Vine  ...61 

Turnip  31 

Twines,  Cotton  or 
Jute  82 

Vegetable  Oyster.  28 
Vegetable  Plants.  87 

Verbena  52 

Vetch  or  Tare.... 7 5 

Vinca  52 

Viola  Tricolor  ...  .52 

Vines  61 

Virginian  Stock  ..52 

Wall  Flower  52 

Watering  Cans  ..83 
Watermelon  ..21-22 

Weeders  83,  84 

Wheel  Hoes  85 

White  Dutch 

Clover  72 

Window  Boxes  ..84 
Wild  Cucumber  ..52 
Wistaria  Chinensis. 52 

Woolflower  36 

Worm  Wood  18 

Zinnia  52 


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Bulbs 

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