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CATALOGUE
SEEDS
Bee and Poultry Supplies
_ STOCK FOODS
- -AND
FERTILIZERS ^
SEATTLE,
WASH
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
...FOR...
ORDERING BY MAIL
What We Do
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Registered Letter, will reach us. We will not be respon-
sible for Coin sent in an ordinary letter, nor for postage
stamps.
rprr RY MAN -We send yEEDS free by mail at the
I IILL Ul ITIHIL prices named in this Catalogue, ex-
cept those varieties mentioned. Some orders we can send
by express as cheaply as by mail, and if they are large we
do so prepaid and will notify the customer.
RY FYPRF^JR — If goods are ordered sent by Express we
Ul LAI RLOO cannot always prepay the charges, but
will send enough extra goods to more than pay the charges.
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1 1 L UUHflHIl I LL wju reach the purchaser in good
condition, and that everything is exactly as ordered. If any
package is lost we will send again.
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II L I HU l\ t]jeir safe transit through the mails to any
part of the country.
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II L TILL any st0ck is not to be had, we will notify the
purchaser, and if nothing else will do we will cheerfully re-
fund the money.
What Buyers Should Do /
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damp in transit and stick together or stick to the order,
which often results in the destruction of both.
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add up the total, then deduct the discount as per our offer
below.
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are received, but this is often made im-
possible by a rush of business, so don’t wait until you are
ready to plant before ordering.
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We make the following discounts to those who will get up club orders or order largely for their
own use:
Considering our very low prices we thing this is a very liberal offer, and it will surely pay anyone
for the trouble of forming a club.
With any order amounting to $1.00 you may order goods amounting to $ 1 10
“ “ “ 2.00 “ “ “ “ 2 25
4.00 <: “ “ “ 4 60
“ “ “ 5.00 “ “ '• •* 5 75
“ “ “ 6.00 “ *■ “ “ 7 00
“ “ “ 10.00 “ “ “ 12 00
“ “ “ 25.00 ,l ’• “ “ 30 00
“ “ “ 100.00 “ “ " “ 125 00
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Annual
Catalogue
Seeds
1901
Poultry and Bee
Supplies
Stock foods
Our 1901 Catalogue. In presenting this Catalogue of Seeds, we wish to call your attention to a few important
facts which are worthy of your consideration. Seeds of the best quality will often fail through improper treat-
ment. Thus, if a small seed be sown so deeply that the young plant cannot reach the surface, the seed, however
good, will fail. More failures result from a want of proper knowledge of conditions necessary to germination
than from bad quality of seeds themselves. These conditions are : a proper temperature, sufficient moisture,
free access of air; besides these, the soil must be in proper condition, and present no physical obstacle to the
growth of the young plant.
Something to Remember, If heavy rains have compacted the surface of the soil, and the sun has baked it to
a hard crust, it will be impossible, even if all other conditions are favorable, for the seedling plants to force
their way through it, and many perish from this cause alone. Seeds differ greatly as to the temperature required
for gerlnination. Beets, Cress, Pease, etc., germinate radidly at a temperature of 45 degrees; but if Melons and
other seeds of that family, Bush or Pole Beans, and other plants of sub-tropical origin, are sown under the same
conditions they will be apt to decay, as for their prompt germanation they require a heat of at least 60 degrees.
For this reason many seeds fail yearly from too early sowing. . The second condition, proper moisture, is likely
to be violated by an excess rather than by too little moisture. The proper amount is that which a well-drained
soil will naturally hold. Free access of air is all-important, and this is interfered with by an excess of water in
the soil. In germination complex chemical changes take place in the seeds, in which the air performs an import-
ant part. A portion of the seed is consumed, carbonic acid gas being given off in changing the starch and other
sonstituents of the seed into nutriment to forward the growth of the germ or embryo plant, which depends npon
the contents of the seed until it has formed roots below-ground and leaves above, and is able to sustain itself.
Besides these conditions, affecting the germination of the seed, the young plants, after they have made their
way to the surface, are liable to various accidents; a sudden current of very cold air, or a continuous drying
wind, may check their growth, or destroy the young plants altogether.
More to Contend With. In addition, there are numerous insects, both below and above ground, that may
attack the plants, some of these being so small that they often destroy a crop before they are discovered. We
may also mention the well-known tendency of many vegetables to revert to their original types, notwithstanding
the care of the seed-grower; the yellow-podded wax beans becoming green, the yellow and white celery becom-
ing more or less green, dwarf pease becoming running sorts, etc., etc.
Notice, While we use the greatest possible care to obtain the purest and most reliable seeds, we can give no
warranty , expressed or implied , as to the description , quality or productiveness of any seeds, bulbs or plants we send out and
will not be in any way responsible for the crop. If the purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms they are to
be at once returned.
We shall be gratified to receive any orders you may send us, large or small, and shall give them our
prompt and most careful attention.
Yours truly.
LILLY, BOGARDUS & CO. Inc,
THE ESSENTIALS FOR A GOOD VEGETABLE GARDEN
I-* r> r rt a r-t a -ti n ■ Thorough preparation of the
PR E PA RAT ON ground Is of vital Importance In
raising good vegetables; if this
AC TLJC PDOI iMn work is well done, all that follows
v r l"t. bnUUINU will be easier. The garden should
be well plowed or spaded, taking
care if It is a clay soil that the work is not done when it is too wet.
If a handful from the bottom of the furrow moulds with slight press-
ure Into a ball which cannot be easily crumbled into fine earth again,
the soil is too wet, and if plowed then will be hard to work all sum-
mer. The surface should be made as fine and smooth as possible with
the harrow or rake. It is generally necessary to plow the whole gar-
den 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. Stiff clay soils are frequently wonderfully Improved by
trenching, that Is, spading two feet deep in such a way as to leave
the surface soil on top. This is accomplished by digging a trench two
feet wide across one side, and a second one adjoining and parallel
with it one spade deep. The remaining earth of the second trench is
then thrown into the first and covered with the surface soil from a
third trench; the balance of the third is then thrown into the second
and covered with the surface of the fourth; and so on until all is
worked over, when the soil from the first trench is used to (111 the
last. This is quite expensive, but often changes a soil where nothing
can be grown into one producing the finest vegetables, and its effects
last for several years.
_ There is no more prolific source of
bUW NG disappointment and failure among ama-
teur gardeners than hasty, careless or
Tiir O C C improper sowing of the seed. A seed
I nt O tl £. LJ consists of a minute plant minus the
roots, with a sufficient amount of food
stowed in or around it to sustain it until it can expand its leaves,
form roots, and provide for Itself, the whole enclosed in a hard and
more or less impervious shell. To secure germination, moisture, heat
and a certain amount of air are necessary. The first steps are the
softening of the hard outer shell, the developing of the leaves of the
plant from the absorption of water, and the changing of the plant
food from the form of starch to that of sugar. In the first condition
the food was easily preserved unchanged, but the plant, with its un-
developed leaves and no roots, was incapable of using it, while in its
sugary condition it is easily appropriated, but if not used it speedily
decays itself and induces decay in the plant. A seed, then, may re-
tain its vitality and remain unchanged for years, while after germina-
tion has commenced a check of a day or two in the process may be
fatal. There is no time from that when the seed falls from the
parent plant until it in turn produces seed when the plant is so sus-
ceptible of fatal injury from the overabundance or from the want of
sufficient heat and moisture as between germination and the forma-
tion of the first true leaves, and it is just then that it needs the aid
of a gardener to secure favorable conditions. These are:
First— A proper and constant degree of moisture without being
soaked with water. This is secured by making the surface of freshly
dug soil so fine and the pressing of the soil over the seeds so firmly
with the feet or the back of the hoe that the degree of moisture re-
mains as nearly uniform as possible.
Second— A proper degree of heat, secured by sowing the seed when
the temperature of the soil is that most favorable to germination.
Too high a temperature is as detrimental to some kinds as one too
low is to others. The proper temperature for each sort may be learned
from a careful study of the following pages and the experiences of
the most successful gardeners in your vicinity.
Third— Covering the seed to such a depth that while a uniform
degree of heat and moisture is preserved, the necessary air can reach
the germinating seed, and the tiny stem push the forming leaves Into
the light and air. This depth will vary with different seeds and con-
ditions of the soil, and can be learned only from practical experience.
In general, seeds of the size of the turnip should be covered with half
an inch of earth pressed down, while corn may be an inch, beans an
inch to two inches, and peas two to six inches deep.
Fourth— Such condition of the soil that the ascending stem can
easily penetrate it, and the young roots speedily find suitable food.
We can usually secure this by thorough preparation of the ground,
and taking care never to sow fine seed when the ground is wet.
Occasionally a heavy or long continued rain followed by a bright sun
will so bake and crust the surface that it is almost impossible for the
young plant to find its way through it, or a few days of strong wind
will so dry the surface that no seed can germinate. In such cases
the only remedy is to plant again.
Not only should every weed be re-
Olll TIX/ATIHM moved as soon as it appears, but the
' I VM I I WIN 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 de-
velop and the roots occupy the ground, cultivation should be shallower
until It becomes a mere stirring of the surface. We have seen hun-
dreds of acres of vegetables where the yield and quality has been
materially lowered by Injudiciously deep and close cultivation after
the roots of the plants had fully occupied the ground.
For early vegetables, some provision
LJf'lT" RFnQ for starting certain plants earlier than
1 1 1 can be done in the open air Is neces-
sary; for this purpose nothing is bet-
ter than a good hot-bed, and its construction is so simple and
the expense so light that every garden should have one. A hot-
bed proper not only protects the plants from the cold, but sup-
plies bottom heat. By this term the gardener means that the soil is
constantly kept several degrees warmer than the air above, that being
the condition so far as heat is concerned, which is most favorable for
rapid and vigorous growth. It Is evident that to produce this we
must in some way apply our heat below the surface, and It is usually
done by making a compact pile of some fermenting material and
covering it with the earth in which the plants are to grow.
HEATING MATERIAL. — The best heating material that Is easily
available is fresh horse manure, containing a liberal quantity of bed-
ding of straw or leaves. Such manure, if thrown into a loose pile, will
heat violently and unevenly and will soon become cold. What is wanted
in the hot-bed Is a steady and moderate but lasting heat. To secure this
the manure should be forked over, and if dry watered and allowed to
stand a few days, and then be forked over again, piled and allowed to
heat a second time, when, after a few days more, it will be ready for
use. The object of this repeated forking over and piling is to get the
whole mass into a uniform degree of fermentation.
SASH.— Gardeners commonly use sash made especially for hot-
beds and glazed with small lights cut from odds and ends and
^JlnJ,shed at very low rates. Such sash can usually be pro-
cured in any of our*large cities, and cost much less than if
made to order. For garden use, however, we much prefer a small
? that can be easily handled, and the use of larger and better
glass. We would recommend that the sash be three by five feet, and
that the glass be not less than ten by fourteen, laid with not more
than one-quarter inch lap. In giving the order to one unaccustomed
to i.t 11 would be well to state what they are to be used for,
and that they need to be made like skylight sash.
THE FRAME.— This may be made of sound one-inch lumber, the
back twelve to fourteen inches high, the front ten to twelve. It should
be well fitted to the sash, so as to leave as little opening as possible,
and yet allow the sash to be easily slid up and down, even when the
frame Is quite wet.
THE SOIL,.— This should be light, rich, friable. Any considerable
amount of clay in it is very objectionable. If possible it should be
quite dry and unfrozen when put into the bed; for this reason it is
much better to prepare It the fall before and cover the pile with enough
coarse manure or straw to keep out the frost.
MAKING THE BED. — This requires careful attention, as future
success depends largely upon the manner in which this work is done.
Having cleared away all snow and ice, build a rectangular bed
one foot larger each way than the frame to be used carefully
shaking out and spreading each forkful, and repeatedly treading
down the manure so as to make the bed as uniform as possible
In solidity, composition and moisture. It is of the utmost Im-
portance that this shaking apart and evenly pressing down of the
manure should be carefully and thoroughly done; unless this Is done
one portion will heat quicker than the others, and the soil will settle
unevenly, making it impossible to raise good plants. The proper
depth of the bed will vary with the climate, season and the kind of
plants to be raised. A shallow bed will give a quick, sharp heat and
soon subside; a deeper one, If well made, will heat more moderately
but continue much longer. For general purposes, a bed one and a half
to two feet deep will be the best.
The bed completed, (lie frame and sash may be put on, and fresh
manure carefully packed around the outside to the very top. (If the
weather is at all severe this outside banking should be replenished as
It settles.) The bed should then be allowed to stand with the sash
partially open for a day or two to allow the steam and rank heat to
pass off. The earth should then be put on and carefully leveled. Care
should be taken that the soil Is drv and friable. If wet or frozen soil
must be used It should be placed' in small piles until well dried out
before spreading. The heat at first will be quite violent, frequently
rising to 120 degrees, but it soon subsides, and when it recedes to 90
degrees the seed may be planted. The importance of using dry soil
and allowing the first rank heat to pass off is very great. Every sea-
son thousands of hot-beds fail of good results from these causes, and
seedsmen are blamed for failure resulting from overheat or wet and
soggy soil.
MANAGEMENT OF THE BED.— The essentials for success are a
steady, uniform degree of heat and moisture; keeping the soil at all
times a few degrees warmer than the air, and the careful “hardening
off" (by exposure to the air and diminishing the supply of water)
of the plants before transplanting into the open air. Simple as these
may seem to be, there are many difficulties In the way of securing
them, prominent among which are overheating the air under a bright
sun. Without experience one would scarcely believe how quickly the
temperature inside of a well-built hot-house will rise to 90 or 100 de-
grees upon a still, sunny day, even when the temperature outside Is
far below freezing, or how quickly the temperature will fall to that
outside if upon a windy, cloudy day the sash is left open ever so
little; besides, such a rush of cold air driven over the plants is far
more Injurious than the same temperature when the air is still.
Again, a bed will go several days without watering when kept closed
during cloudy weather, but will dry up in an hour when open on a
sunny day. The details of management, however, must be learned
by experience, but may easily be acquired by one who gives the
matter careful attention, keeping constantly in mind the essentials
given above.
A Is a simple construction of boards for wintering
COLD Cabbage, Lettuce, Cauliflower, Brocoll, etc., for
planting out early In the spring.
CD A Mr Select a dry, southern exposure; form a frame
r K A IVI t from four to six feet wide, and as long as re-
quired. The back should be fourteen, and the
front six inches high, with a cross-tie every three feet. Seeds of the
above named vegetables, sown in open border early in September,
will be ready to plant in cold frames about the last of October. The
soil should 'be well prepared and smoothly raked before planting.
Admit air freely on pleasant days, but keep closed in severe weather.
These frames are particularly useful in the South, and may be
covered more cheaply with cloth shades than by sash. The shades
are made as follows: Make light but strong wooden frames to fit
over the bed, and of a width to receive some common brand of cotton
cloth. The cloth may be unbleached, and should be stretched over
and securely tacked to the frames. Coating the cloth with oil, as is
sometimes recommended, we find is of no advantage, but we have
found that Plant Bed Cloth is superior to ordinary cloth for this
purpose.
In transplanting, the main points to be re-
TRANS- garded are: Care in taking up the plants so
as to avoid injury to the roots: planting firmly
Dl a MTI M O so as to enable the plant to take a secure hold
rLAIN I IlNVj of the soil; reducing the top to prevent evap-
oration, and shading to prevent the hot sun
from withering and blighting the leaves. In transplanting from a
hot-bed, harden the plants by letting them get quite dry a day or
two before, but give an abundance of water a few hours before they
are taken out. It Is most apt to be successful if done Just at even-
ing, or immediately before or during the first part of a rain, about
the worst time being Just after a rain, when the ground being wet
It is Impossible to sufficiently press it about the plant without its
baking hard. If water is used at all, it should be used freely, and
the wet surface Immediately covered with dry soil.
_ The best time to water plants Is at sunrise
WATERING or lust at evening. Water may be given to
the roots at any time, but should never be
sprinkled over the leaves in the hot sun, for it will make them blister
and cover them with brown spots wherever it touches. If watering
a plant has been commenced, keep on until the necessity ceases, or
more Injury than good will result from it; one copious watering is
better than a little and oftener. The use of the hoe should always
follow the watering-pot as soon as the ground becomes sufficiently
dry.
REFERENCE TABLES
Quantity per acre.
Artichoke, 1 oz. to 500 plants 6 oz.
Asparagus, 1 oz. to 800 plants 1 lb.
Asparagus Hoots 7250
Barley 2% bu.
Beans, dwaif, 1% pts. to 100 feet
of drill 1 bu.
Beans, pole, 1% pts. to 100 hills.... Vz bu.
Beet, garden, 1 oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 7 lbs.
Beet, Mangel, 1 oz. to 100 feet of drill 5 lbs.
Brocoli, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants 2 oz.
Broom Com 10 lbs.
Brussels Sprouts, 1 oz. to 5,000
plants 2 oz.
Buckwheat % bu.
Cabbage, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants 2 oz.
Carrot, Vi oz. to 100 feet of drill.... 2 Vz lbs.
Cauliflower, 1 oz. to- 5,000 plants 2% oz.
Celery, 1 oz. to 15,000 plants 2 oz.
Chicory 4 lbs.
Clover, Alsike and White Dutch' 6 lbs.
Quantity of Seed Requisite to Produce a
Quantity per acre.
Clover, Lucerne, Large Red and
Crimson Trefoil 8 lbs.
Clover, Medium 10 lbs.
Collards, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants 2 oz.
Corn, rice (shelled) 2 qts.
Com, sweet, Vi pt. to 100 hills 5 qts.
Cress, Vz oz. to 100 feet of drill 12 lbs.
Cucumber, 1 oz. to 100 hills 1 to 2 lbs.
Egg Plant, 1 oz. to 2,000 plantB 4 oz.
Endive, Vi oz. to 100 feet of drill... 4% lbs.
Flax, broadcast Vz bu.
Garlic, bulbs, 1 lb. to 10 ft. of drill.
Gourd, 2 oz. to 100 hills
Grass, Mixed Lawn 3 to 5 bu.
Grass, Orchard, Perennial, Rye,
Red Top, Fowl Meadow and
Wood Meadow 2 bu.
Grass, Red Top, Fancy Clean.. 8 to 10 lbs.
Grass, Timothy % bu.
Grass, Blue, Kentucky 2 bu.
Given Number of Plants and Sow an Acre
Quantity per acre.
Grass, Blue, English 1 bu.
Grass, Hungarian and Millet Vz bu.
Hemp Vz bu.
Horse Radish Roots 15,000 to 20,000
Kale, 1 oz. to 5,000 plants 2 oz.
Kohl Rabi, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill. 4 lbs.
Leek, Vz oz. to 100 feet of drill 4 lbs.
Lettuce, Vi oz. to 100 feet of drill... 3 lbs.
Martynia, % oz. to 100 feet of drill. 5 lbs.
Melon, Musk, 1 oz. to 100 hills.... 1 to 2 lbs.
Melon, Water, 4 oz. to 100 hills, 1% to 2 lbs.
Nasturtium, 2 oz. to 100 ft. of drill.. 15 lbs.
Okra, lVz oz. to 100 feet of drill.... 8
Onion Seed, Vz oz. to 100 feet of
drill 4 to 5
Onion Seed, for Sets 40 to 80
Onion Sets, 1 qt. to 40 ft. of drill.. 8
Parsnip, Vi oz. to 100 feet of drill... 3
Parsley, Vi oz. to 100 feet of drill... 3
Peas, garden, 1 pint
drill * «“•
Peas, field 2 bu.
Pepper, 1 oz. to 15,000 plants 3 oz.
Potatoes 8 bd-
Pumpkin, Vz qt. to 100 hills.... 3 to 4 lbs.
Radish, % oz. to 100 ft. of drill, 10 to 12 lbs.
Rye H4 bu.
Salsify, Vz oz. to 100 feet of drill.... 8 lbs.
Spinage, Vz oz. to 100 feet of drill.. 8
Spurry 15
Summer Savory % lb
Sunflower 3 lbs
Squash, Summer, 4 oz. to 100 hills.. 2 lbs
Squash, Winter, 8 oz. to 100 hiUs... 2
Tomato, 1 oz. to 4,500 plants 1
Tobacco, 1 oz. to 50,000 plants 2
Turnip, 1 oz. to 250 feet of drill 1 Vz
Vetches 2 bu.
Wheat Hi bu.
Weight of Various Articles
Per bush.
Apples ...48 lbs.
Apples, dried 22 lbs.
Barley 48 lbs.
Beans 60 lbs.
Buckwheat 48 lbs.
Broom Com 46 lbs.
Blue Grass, Kent’ky. .14 lbs.
Blue Grass, English.. 24 lbs.
Bran 20 lbs..
Canary Seed 60 lbs.
Clover Seed
Per bush.
...... .60 lbs.
•Hungarian
Per bush.
. ....50 lbs.
Potatoes, heaping
Per bush.
Per bush.
. Wheat 60 lbs.
Corn, shelled ..
56 lbs.
Millet .,
50 lbs.
measure .
Flour, per bbl., net. .196 lbs.
Corn, on ear ...
70 lbs.
Oats
Rape
50 lbs.
Salt, per bbl 280 lbs.
Corn Meal
50 lbs.
Osage Orange . . .
Rye
56 lbs.
PER CUBIC FOOT.
Charcoal
22 lbs.
Orchard Grass ..
14 lbs.
Red Top
14 lbs.
Hay, well settled... Wz lbs.
Cranberries
40 lbs.
Onions
54 lbs.
Salt, coarse
50 lbs.
Corn, on cob, in bin.. 22 lbs.
Dried Peaches .
28 lbs.
Peach Pits
48 lbs.
Salt, Michigan . .
56 lbs.
Corn, shelled, in bin.. 45 lbs.
Flax Seed
56 lbs.
P»as, smooth ...
60 lbs.
Sweet Potaoes ...
56 lbs.
Wheat, in bin 48 lbs.
Fowl Meadow ..
12 lbs.
Peas, wrinkled ..
Timothy Seed ...
45 lbs.
Oats, in bin 25 Vz lbs.
Hemp Seed
44 lbs.
Perennial Rye ..
Turnips
58 lbs.
Potatoes, in bin — 38 Vz lbs.
*ln Chicago and all the
other large seed markets of
the country Hungarian is
sold at 48 lbs. per bushel,
so we are compelled to con-
form, and we buy and sell
48 lbs. per bushel.
Number of Plants or Trees to the Acre at Given Distances
Distance apart.
No. plants.
Distance apart.
No. plants.
Distance apart.
No. plants.
Distance apart
No. plants.
12 x 1
Inches
522,720
24x24
Inches
10,890
36x36
Inches
4,840
60 x 60
Inches
1,743
12 x 3
12x12
Inches
Inches
174,240
43.560
30 x 1
30 x 6
Inches
Inches
209,088
34,848
42 x 12
42x24
Inches
Inches
12,446
6,223
8 x 3
Feet
Feet
5,445
1,815
16 x 1
Inches
392,040
30x12
Inches
17,424
42x36
Inches
4,148
8 x 8
Feet
680
18 x 1
Inches
348,480
30 x 16
Inches
13,068
48x12
Inches
10,890
10 x 1
beet
4,356
18 x 3
1..CUC3
116,160
30x20
Inches
10,454
48x18
Inches
7,790
10 x 6
Feet
726
18x12
Inches
29,040
30 x 24
Inches
8,712
48x24
Inches
5.445
10 x 10
Feet
435
18x18
Inches
19,360
30 x 30
Inches
6,970
48x30
Inches
4.356
12 x 1
Feet
3.630
20 x 1
Inches j..
313,635
36 x 3
Inches
58,080
48x36
Inches
3,630
12 x 5
beet
736
20x20
Inches
15,681
36x12
Inches
14,520
48x48
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ARTICHOKE
French, Artlchaut. German, Artischoke.
Culture.— Sow in hot-beds and transplant Into pots, or so as to
give plenty of room, until danger of frost is over, and then set In
very rich ground. In rows four feet apart and two feet apart in the
rows; or 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. The
edible portion is the undeveloped flower heads, which will be pro-
duced about September 1st, and until frost. Late in the fall cut off
the old tops and protect the crown with leaves or straw to prevent
severe freezing. The second year they will commence to form heads
about July 1st. The plants may also be .blanched like Cardoons,
which is accomplished by cutting back the growing stems in July,
close to the ground, when the young and rapidly growing shoots,
which start up after cutting, may be tied and blanched like Celery.
As Artichoke plants do not yield satisfactorily after three or four
years, it is best to start a new plantation in three years at least.
Large Globe — The best sort for table use. Buds large, nearly
round; scales deep green, shading to purple, very thick and
fleshy. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, % lb 75c, 1 lb $2.75.
Jerusalem — Grown exclusively for its tubers, which some-
what resembles potatoes and are cultivated in a similar manner,
only that the rows should be at least four feet apart when grow-
ing in strong soil. It is enormously productive, producing 1,500
bushels per acre. It is used mostly in feeding sheep and hogs.
Peck 40c, bu $1.
ASPARAGUS
French, Asperge. German, Spargel.
Asparagus is one of the earliest spring vegetables, and would
be in universal use were it not for the prevalent idea that it is
difficult to grow it. We think this is a mistake, and that there
is no vegetable on our list that can be produced so cheaply and
easily as this. It delights in moist, sandy soil, but can be grown
in any garden by following the directions given below. A bed
15x50 feet, requiring 50 to 75 plants, should give an'"*abundant
supply for an ordinary family.
Culture.— Prepare a light, rich spot as early as possible in the
spring. Pour boiling water on the seed and pour it off at once, and
sow in drills one foot apart and two inches deep. When the plants
are well up, thin to two or three inches in the row, and give fre-
quent and thorough cultivation during the summer. If this has
been well done, the plants will be fit to set next spring. The per-
manent beds should be prepared by deep ploughing or spading, and
thoroughly enriching the ground with stable manure or other fer-
tilizers. If the subsoil is not naturally loose and friable, it should
be made so by thoroughly stirring with a subsoil, plow or the spade.
Make rows five feet apart and four inches deep and set the plants
In the bottom of the rows two to three feet apart, the latter dis-
tance being preferable. Cover the roots about two inches deep.
After the plants are well started, give frequent and thorough culti-
vation, and draw a little earth into the furrows at each hoeing until
they are filled. Early the next spring spade in a heavy dressing of
manure, and one quart of salt to each square rod, and cultivate well
until the plants begin to die down. The next season the bed may be
cut over two or three times, but if this is done all the short shoots,
no matter how small, should be cut, and after the final cutting give
a good dressing of manure, ashes and salt. The next season, and
ever after that, the bed should give a full crop and be annually
dressed with manure, ashes and salt after the last cutting, and well
but not deeply cultivated, until the* plants occupy the whole space.
In the autumn, as soon as the tops are ripe and yellow, they should
be cut and burned. The plants may also be set in autumn, if the
ground is so well drained that water will not stand on it. Winter
protection with coarse litter or manure is not needed, except in the
extreme north.
Columbian Mammoth White — We believe this to be the most
distinct and valuable variety in cultivation. Not only are the
stalks of the largest size, but
they are produced abund-
antly and very early. They
are clear white, and remain
so in favorable weather, un-
til three or four inches above
the surface. The crown or
bud of the young stalk is con-
siderably smaller than the
part just below it; thus still
further distinguishing the va-
riety. Wherever known this
sort commands an extra
price, not only on a fancy
market, but from canners,
who find that when put up,
under a special brand, it sells
f so readily at a high price as
,2 to warrant them paying the
R grower an extra price for it.
N From ten to twenty per cent
[I of the plants grown from
[ seed will produce green
j shoots, but these plants can
be readily distinguished and
rejected when setting the permanent bed. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 35c.
Conover’s Colossal — A mammoth green sort of the largest
size and of good quality. The best of the old kinds. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, % lb 20c, 1 lb 50c.
Palmetto — A sort which has proven very popular with many
gardeners; produces a moderate number of shoots, but these
are very large and of the finest quality. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 50c,
1 lb $1.25.
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BEANS
Dwarf, ISnsh or Snap
French, Haricot. German, Bohne.
Under this name are classed all the low growing sorts called
in different catalogues Bush, Bunch, Snap, String or Dwarf
Beans.
Culture.— No crop responds more readily to good soil and cultiva-
tion than this. The soil best adapted to them is a light, rich, well-
drained loam, which was manured for the previous crop. If too
rank manure is used It is apt to make them grow too much to vine.
They are all extremely sensitive to both drouth and wet, and it Is
useless to plant them before the ground has become dry and warm.
The largest return will result from planting in drills about three
feet apart, and leaving six plants to a foot in the row. Up to the
time of blossoming they should have frequent shallow cultivation,
but any cutting of the roots after the plants come Into bloom Is
liable to cause the blossoms to blast, and so cut off the crop. Re-
member that beans should always be cultivated very shallow, and
that it is useless to expect a crop from a field so poorly prepared as
to need deep stirring after planting.
From one pint to two quarts will be sufficient to furnish a supply
for an ordinary family, and varieties should be selected so as to give
a succession both of string and green shelled beans. The wax podded
beans are particularly liable to run "off” into green podded plants,
and it requires constant attention and skillful selection by seedsmen
to keep them pure, so that it Is especially Important to buy only
from reliable sources.
Challenge Dwarf Black Wax — Extra early. The feature, as
an extra early sort, is that when one can find in other kinds an
occasional very early plant, all the plants of the Challenge will
give a full picking of well matured pods. This habit of ripening
a large proportion of the crop earlier than other kinds, is of
Inestimable worth to market gardeners and all who depend on
being first in the market for the best prices. The plants are
fully as vigorous as the Prolific German Wax, and in habit of
growth and general appearance resemble them. They are not
quite so large and are a little more upright, and the leaflets are
a little larger and coarser and are darker green; pods fully as
large and of as good color, but are not quite so much curved and
are flatter, though stringless and of excellent flavor. Pkt 10c,
lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax — The vines of this variety are very
large, strong growing, yield a large crop of long, nearly straight,
handsome, very white and wax-like pods. They are of good
quality, and on this account, as well as their beauty of form and
color, are easily sold. They ripen about the same time as the
Golden Wax. The dry beans are large, kidney-shaped, white with
dark markings about the eye. Market gardeners find this a
profitable variety, owing to the large size and handsome color
of the pods. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
Valentine Wax — An Improved extra early Valentine bean,
with round wax pods. A striking acquisition has been obtained
in the list of wax beans through the introduction of this variety.
Up till now there has been no variety of such prominence among
wax beans that could compare with that of the Valentine among
green beans. We now have an excellent wax-podded variety
possessing in a remarkable degree the excellent features of this
sort. It is very early for a wax bean. It is handsome in appear-
ance, and while it Is fair to say that we have not seen it exposed
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to conditions conducive to the development of rust, yet we think
it will prove to be almost rustless. 1 lb 20c, 10 lbs $1.50.
Improved Rust-Proof Golden Wax — This bean has long been
and still continues the standard wax variety for general use, and
while many varieties have been introduced, claiming to be su-
perior in some respects and aiming to replace it, they have all
sooner or later been forced to the rear as not possessing as many
good qualities in as high degree. Vines medium size, erect, mod-
erately spreading, hardy and productive, with small, smooth
leaves, and small, white blossoms. Pods are long, nearly straight,
broad, flat, golden yellow, very fleshy and wax-like, with short!
fleshy, green point, cooking quickly as snaps, shelling well when
green, and of the highest quality in both conditions. Beans
medium size, oval, white more or less covered with two shades
of purplish red. Our stock of this variety is unsurpassed. Pkt
10c, 1 lb 12c, 10 lbs $1.00.
Speckled Wax — As the merits
of this splendid variety become
known it is coming more and
more into favor as a late crop
wax bean. It is the best sort to
follow Challenge, Black Wax,
Golden Wax, Prolific Wax for a
succession. Vines large, much
branched, upright, extremely
hardy, vigorous and great pro-
ducers; leaves large and coarse,
resembling Kidney Wax. Pods
long, cylindrical, crisp, tender,
stringless, and of a clear, yel-
lowish. waxy-white color. As
the pods mature they are excel-
lent to use as green shell beans.
Dry beans, medium size to large
long, straight, cylindrical; color
light brown, mottled and striped
with chocolate brown. For vigor
of growth and hardiness, this
sort cannot be excelled; as a
snap bean it is of extra good
quality, and as a shell bean it is
as good as the best. As a gen-
eral crop bean, to be used either
as snaps, green shelled or in the
dry state, we can confidently
recommend it. Owing to its
long, cylindrical, very fleshy
pods, we think it will be very
satisfactory for canner’s use.
Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
German Black Wax — Pods of
good size, almost round, with
slightly curved point; color,
clear, waxy white or light
creamy golden. A very desir-
able dwarf variety that has re-
mained in favor for many years.
The beans are black when per-
fectly dry. 1 lb 12c, 10 lbs $1.
Crystal White Wax — Although
in reality not a wax bean, it has
proven to be one of the most
desirable varieties ever pro-
duced. It is valuable either for
snaps or pickles. The vines are
large, of a spreading habit and
very productive, having numer-
ous runners, usually producing
pods in pairs throughout their
entire length. The flowers are
rather small, of a yellowish-
white shade, pods greenish-
white, rather short, curved and
quite thick. The ripe beans are
oval in shape and of a pure
white. 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
PEAS, BEANS AND CORN, IF WANTED BY MAIL
ADD 8 CENTS*PER POUND
MERITORIOUS GREEN PODDED BUSH BEANS
New Stringless
Green Pod — Is most
happily named, as it
is quite unique — the
only absolutely
stringless green pod-
ded bean in the mar-
ket. The pod is
round, full, larger
and straighter than
those of most other
varieties. The qual-
ity is most superior.
The Michigan State
Agricultural College
Experiment Station
writes : “Plants of
i medium growth. Pod
4 % to 5% inches
long, nearly round,
I slightly curved, light
green in color, flesh
tender and of the
best quality. The
pods remain long in
edible condition ;
even when the beans
are large, the pods
are not stringy. Val-
uable for good qual-
ity and lack of
stringiness.” You will make no mistake by planting this splen-
did new variety either for family or market purposes. Pkt 10c,
% lb 15c, 1 lb 25c, 10 lbs $2.00.
Extra Early Refugee — The earliest strain of Refugee by ten
days. One of the most profitable beans ever grown. Loaded
with pods in any season, and of a fine quality. Grown by all
market gardeners, who are always quick to pick up a good thing
and to stick to it after they once see it. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c,
10 lbs $1.25.
Improved Early Red Valentine— Is ten days earlier than any
other stock of Valentine beans ever offered. In addition to this,
it is more productive, grows a stronger and more thrifty vine,
and yields larger and better filled pods than does any other
strain of this variety. A single trial cannot but convince the
most skeptical that it is all we claim. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10
lbs $1.25.
Long Yellow Six Weeks, Improved Round Pod — While this
variety does not differ from the Early Yellow Kidney Six Weeks
in size or general appearance of the vine, the pods are shorter,
very much thicker, more fleshy. Moreover, while retaining the
vigor and hardness of the old sort, it is fully one week earlier.
Dry bean, color of ordinary Six Weeks, but is much shorter, al-
most round. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
Early Mohawk — This sort is so much hardier than the others
that it can be planted earlier, and often in this way will furnish
beans fit for use before any other kind. Vines large, stout, with
large, coarse leaves which will stand a slight frost; blossoms
large, purple; pods long, straight, coarse, with long, tapering
point; beans long, kidney shaped, variegated with drab, purple
and brown. This variety is much in favor for forcing under
glass, as it matures quickly and carries a good weight of long,
large pods. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.25.
Early China Red Eye — Vines medium, stout, erect, healthy
with large leaves and white blossoms; pods short, straight, flat,
and if picked young, of good quality as snaps; beans medium
size, oblong, white with reddish-purple blotch about the eye.
When green they are thin skinned, mealy and tender, and when
dry are still the best of all for baking; although they cook dark,
are the best of all in flavor. Farmers who want to plant a few
beans for home supply should by all means use this sort. Pkt
10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.00.
The Burpee Bush Lima — This is a bush form of the well-
known large White1 Kina "bean. It is very fixed in its bush char-
acter, growing to a uniform height of about 20 inches. While
not so early as Henderson’s Bush Lima, its larger size will com-
mend it to many. The pods are the exact size of the large Pole
Limas and contain as many beans of the same delicious quality.
Pkt 10c, 1 lb 20c, 10 lbs $1.80.
Henderson’s Bush Lima Bean — Magnificent dwarf-growing
Lima; very early," of~a delicious flavor, extremely productive and
should be planted in every garden in America. It’s early, it’s
fine, it’s just the thing for a family garden. It is wondrously
prolific. A package or a pint will furnish sufficient for a good-
sized family. It is one of those beans that can’t be improved
upon. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 20c, 10 lbs $1.80.
POLE OR RUNNING BEANS
Lazy Wife — The most popular pole bean grown. Pods are
wonderfully broad, thick and above all entirely stringless. They
surpass any other variety in the way vines cling to the poles, and
every bean grower will at once acknowledge this is a most im-
portant qualification. Pods are rather flattish, oval shape, and
when fully grown are from four to six inches long, exceedingly
rich, buttery and fine flavored when cooked. They are hardy,
easily grown and most productive. For an early and late snap
sort, also as a dry shell or winter bean it is unsurpassed, and
such is the peculiar taste and pleasing flavor of this bean that
we have known persons who would not eat other varieties of
string beans after tasting Lazy Wife. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 20c, 10
lbs $1.50.
White Crease Back — This variety is especially valuable for its
extreme earliness and its habit of perfecting all of its pods at the
same time. Vines small to medium, but vigorous, and in good
soil wonderfully productive, bearing pods in clusters of from four
to twelve. Pods medium length, silvery green, of the best qual-
ity as snaps, and stand shipping better than most sorts. The
beans are too small to be of much value when shelled green, but
are of very superior quality baked. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 20c, 10 lbs $1.50.
Kentucky Wonder — This splendid variety, introduced by us in
1885, has since been offered as Seek No Further, and was intro-
duced in 1891 as a novelty under the name of Old Homestead.
Vine vigorous, climbing well and very productive, bearing its
pods in large clusters; blossoms white; pods green, very long,
often reaching nine or ten inches, nearly round when young, and
very crisp, becoming very irregular and spongy as the beans
ripen. Dry beans long, oval, dun-colored. An early and very
prolific sort, with showy pods which are most excellent for snaps.
It is sometimes catalogued as being the same as Southern pro-
lific, but this is an error, as the latter is two weeks later and has
shorter pods. Pkt 10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs $1.30.
Dutch Case Knife
Vines moderately
vigorous, climbing
well, but twining
more loosely than
some, and so may
be used for a corn
hill bean. Leaves
large, crumpled ;
blossoms white;
pods very long,
flat, irregular,
green, but becom-
ing creamy white;
beans broad, kid-
ney shapetl, flat,
clear white, and of
excellent quality,
green or dry. Pkt
10c, 1 lb 15c, 10 lbs
$1.25.
Large White Lima
Too late for the
extreme north, and
being supplanted
by Seibert’s Early
Lima, because the
latter is earlier.
Vine tall growing,
vigorous, but slen-
der; leaves medium
sized, smooth, light
green; blossoms
small, white; pods
borne in clusters,
long, broad, very
thin, dark green;
beans large, ovoid,
kidney shaped,
greenish white, flat.
Pkt 10c. 1 lb 15c, 10
lbs $1.40.
King of the Garden
Lima
Vine very vigor-
ous and productive.
Pods of the largest
size, filled with
four or five im-
mense white beans
of the finest qual-
ity. On account of
its large pods it is
a favorite with
market gardeners.
It will come into
bearing sooner and
will make larger
pods if not more
than two vines are
left to grow on a
pole. Pkt 10c, 1 lb
20c. 10 lbs $1.50.
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BEETS AND MANGEL WURTZELS
tender, sweet, and an excellent keeper.
Culture.— The best results are ob-
tained on a deep, rich, sandy loam.
If wanted very early, sow in hot-beds
and transplant, cutting off the outer
leaves. For general crop sow as soon
as the ground will permit in drills
eighteen inches apart and thin out to
three inches In the row. For winter
use the turnip varieties may be sown
in June, and the beets may be kept
by storing In a cellar and keeping
covered with sand, or sandy soli, to
prevent wilting, or they may be kept
outdoors in pits such as are used for
apples and potatoes. One or two
ounces, or single packets of two or
three sorts, will give a good supply
for a large family. It Is best to sow
In freshly prepared soil, which should
be pressed firmly over the seed.
Edmund’s Early Blood Turnip —
This beet of American origin has
been brought by careful selection
to a uniformly smooth root and
small top. making it among the
best for early table use. Tops low,
small, spreading; leaf stalks and
ribs dark red ; blade of leaf bright
green, and having a markedly
wavy edge; roots dark red, interior
color purplish-red, zoned with a
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 2 oz 15c, % lb
lighter shade
20c, 1 lb 50c. , „
Crosby’s Egyptian — The name of this variety is misleading, as it resembles the Egyptian only
in its extreme earliness, the sort being larger, coarser, lighter colored and nearer round than flat;
in fact, it is more like Eclipse than Egyptian. It Is one of the best sorts for early planting out
of doors, as it reaches a usable size sooner than any other sort, but it is not as well suited for
forcing in hot-beds or for transplanting as the Egyptian. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 2 oz 15c, V\ lb 20c, lb 55c.
Extra Early, Egyptian Blood Turnip— Probably the best variety for forcing, and is also excel-
lent for first early crop out of doors, being very early, with small top. Leaf very dark red,
rounded on top, but flat beneath, with very small tap roots; flesh dark red; hard, crisp and tender when young,
but becoming woody with age. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V± lb 20c, lb 50c.
Early Eclipse— An improved extra early sort. Tops small, dark purplish-green shading to lighter color on out-
side of the leaves. Roots nearly globular, with a small tap root and very small collar. Flesh dark red zoned with
a lighter red; very sweet, crisp and tender, especially when young. One of the most desirable sorts for bunching.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi ib 20c, lb 50c. , . .
Early Turnip Bassano — Not maturing as early as the above, but growing to a large size; may be used early,
and is the best variety to sow for greens. Tops large, leaf stems light red, leaves light green, roots large, round,
turnip shaped; flesh pink, zoned with white; very sweet and tender when young, becoming woody and tasteless
with age. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Half Long Blood— This is an entirely distinct variety, and by far the best for winter use. The roots are about
one-half as long as the Long Dark Blood, but on account of their thickness weigh quite as much. They are always
smooth and handsome, and their rich, dark red flesh is very sweet, crisp and tender, never becoming woody, even in portions
above the ground. We consider this the most valuable among recent introduction. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vt lb 15c, lb 35c.
Improved Long Dark Blood — Tops large, neck small, leaf,
stems and vines red, leaf green, roots large, tapering towards
both ends, growing even with the surface, dark red; flesh dark
red, zoned with lighter shade; very tender and sweet, and re-
maining so when kept till spring. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 60c.
Detroit Dark Red Turnip — A grand beet for bunching for
market. Tops exceptionally small and uniformly upright; roots
are perfect turnip shape with small tap roots. The principal
fault with most turnip beets is the occasional appearance of
white rings, but by careful selection this has been overcome, and
this will be found to be one of the deepest red beets. Quality is
of the very best, sweet and tender. Gardeners can safely plant
it largely. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60c.
Improved Early Blood Turnip — An extra selected stock of
blood turnip, having larger, coarser tops and roots than the
Detroit Dark Red, and requiring a considerably longer time to
mature. Excellent for summer and autumn use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
2 oz 10c, Vi lb 15c, lb 50c.
The following varieties are used for stock feeding. They are easily grown and harvested, keep well through the winter, and
give an immense amount of cattle food at a small cost, but need a rich, well prepared soil. Sow in drills thirty inches apart, as
early as the ground can be got in condition. Cultivate well when young, and thin out the plants to one foot apart in the row. If
these trimmings are carefully handled, and the larger leaves cut off, they can easily be reset to fill vacancies, and will make the
largest roots. Care should be taken not to break or bruise the roots any more than necessary in harvesting.
SUGAR BEETS
Improved Klein Wanzleben Sugar Beet — The analytical chem-
ists of Europe have united in recommending this variety as pos-
sessing the highest sugar-producing qualities. It grows below
the surface and produces a fine, shapely root, the best sort for
the sugar experimenter to use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c,
5 lbs $1.50.
Lane’s Improved Imperial Sugar — An improvement on the
French Sugar Beet. Hardier, more productive, yielding 35 to 40
tons per acre, and containing a greater percentage of sugar. One
of the best for cattle feed. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c.
5 lbs $1.50.
Vilmorin’s Improved White Sugar — An improvement on the
old White Sugar. Very rich. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, lb 45c, 5 lbs $1.50.
Red Top White Sugar Beet — The old variety, largely grown
for stock feeding. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V\ lb 15c, lb 40c, 5 lbs $1.50.
MANGEL WURTZEL
Golden Tankard — Tops comparatively small, with yellow stems and mid ribs, neck very small,
roots large, ovoid, but filled out at top and bottom so as to approach a cylindrical form. Flesh
yellow, zoned with white. A great improvement and worthy of use on every farm. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 15c, lb 40c.
Red Globe— Similar to Yellow Globe, except in color, which is a light red or pink. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 15c, lb 40c.
Long Red— A large, long variety, grown for stock feeding. It stands a good deal out of the
ground; color light red, flesh white and rose colored. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 35c.
Improved Mammoth Long Red— An improvement on the old variety. The roots are uniformly
straight and well formed and deeper colored than the common sort. Highly recommended for stock
feeding. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c.
Norbitan Giant Long Red— Very large, growing well out of
the ground. The roots are well formed, straight, smooth and of
a fine scarlet color, with comparatively small top and neck. Pkt
5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 50c.
Yellow Globe — This is, we think, one of the best varieties of
Mangel Wurtzel known for stock feeding. It has exceedingly
small tops and few leaves, leaf stalks and blades green; roots
medium size, uniformly globe-shape, having a very small tap and
few side roots; color of skin deep orange yellow; flesh white and
of excellent quality. The roots grow almost entirely above
BRUSSELS
SPROUTS
French, Chou de Bruxelles.
German, Sprossen-Kohl.
Culture.— They should be
treated in all respects like
winter cabbage or kale.
The plant grows two or
three feet high, and pro-
duces from the sides of
the stalk numerous little
sprouts resembling cab-
bage heads one or two
inches in diameter. The
leaves should be broken
down in the fall, to give
the little cabbages more
room to grow. Pkt 5c,
oz 20c, % lb 50c.
ground, making them admirably adapted to shallow ground and
very easy tQ harvest. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c.
Yellow Leviathan — Roots long, olive shaped, large, growing
over one-half out of the ground; flesh white, sweet and tender;
tops bright green, comparatively small; neck small, short. We
think this is perhaps the best of the yellow field beets, because
its fine flesh never becomes woody, and its roots grow so well
out of the ground, that the crop is easily harvested. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c.
The following statement from one of the most prominent
authorities on agriculture in the Northwest speaks volumes in
showing the superior quality of MANGEL and other ROOT crops:
“My experience in farming covers a period of over twenty
years, during which time I have rarely cultivated less than two
to twenty acres of mangel wurtzel and Swedish turnip. As a
stock breeder, I have always considered them my most important
crops. In North Dakota, where I had the largest herd of thor-
oughbred cattle, I averaged from twenty to thirty tons of roots
to the acre. Yours, etc.,
“C. J. ALLOWAY.”
NOTE. — Dr. Alloway was State Veterinarian for North Dakota
for three years; for a long time President of the Fine Stock
Growers’ Association of North Dakota; Lecturer to State Agri-
cultural College at Brookings, S. D.; Director in Grand Forks
County Agricultural Society, and one of the largest, most pro-
gressive and successful stock breeders in the United States.
BROCOLI
French, Chou Brocoli. German, Spargel-Kohl.
Culture.— The same as that given for cauliflower.
Although originating from a very distinct type, the modern
improved sorts of brocoli can scarcely be distinguished from
cauliflower ; the points of difference being that they are generally
taller and the heads more divided. By some considered more
delicate than the cauliflower.
Early Purple Cape — This is the best variety for our climate.
It produces large heads, of a brownish-purple color, very close
and compact, and of excellent flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 40c, ii lb $1.25.
Large White — Same as above, only not quite so hardy. Pkt 5c,
oz 40c, % lb $1.25.
HIGH
GROWN CABBAGE SEED
Culture.— A heavy, moist
and rich loam is most suit-
able, which should be highly
manured and worked deep.
Cabbage is so universally
grown all over the country
that specific directions re-
garding the time and meth-
ods of planting for all locali-
ties cannot be given. The
late autumn and winter var-
ieties may be sown from the
middle to the last of spring,
and transplanted when about
six Inches high, one and a
half to three feet apart in
the row, according to size of
the variety. Shade and wa-
ter the late sowings In dry
weather to get them up. It
is important that the plants
should stand thinly in the
seed bed, or they will run
up weak and slender, and be
likely to make long stems.
Early Jersey Wakefield — This is the earliest and hardest
heading of the extra early sorts, and most gardeners depend upon
it for the bulk of their extra early crop. Our stock is grown and
sleeted with the greatest care, and there is none better and few
as good. Heads conical, very compact and solid, of excellent
quality. The thick, stout leaves and compact habit of this sort
make it the best of all for wintering over and very early setting.
Pkt 5c, oz 20c, % It) 60c, lb $2.25.
Early York — An early variety. Heads small, heart shaped,
firm and tender; of very erect and dwarf habit, so that they may
be grown 15 or 18 inches apart. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % It) 40c, lb $1.25.
Early Large York — Succeeds the Early York. It is of large
size, about ten days later, more robut and bears the heat better.
Pkt 5c. oz 10c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Early Winnigstadt — One of the best for general use, being a
very sure header, and will grow a hard head under circumstances
where most sorts would fail, so that those who have failed with
other kinds could hope to succeed with this. Plant very compact,
with short, thick leaves. Heads regular, conical, very hard, and
keep well both summer and winter. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 45c,
lb $1.50.
Early Dwarf Flat Dutch — Continued experience confirms our
belief that this is the best early round-headed sort. Stems short,
leaves comparatively few, having short stalks, upright, so that
plants can be planted closely; heads large, solid, and stand long
without bursting. Our stock should not be confounded with the
inferior later stock frequently offered under this name. Pkt 5c,
oz 15c, % lb 45c, lb $1.50.
All Seasons — Heads very large, round, often nearly spherical,
but usually somewhat flattened; very solid, and of the best qual-
ity, keeping as well as the winter sorts. Plant very vigorous and
sure heading; leaves large, smooth, with dense bloom. Remark-
able for its ability to stand the hot sun and dry weather. Our
trial has shown that heads which were fit for market by July 10th
were still saleable September 10th, the only change being in-
creased size and density. One of the very best sorts for general
cultivation. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 45c, lb $1.50.
Hollander or Danish Ball Head — In some important particu-
lars this is the most remarkable cabbage yet produced. In fact,
it well Illustrates the truth that “merit will win,” in that while It
was introduced only about four years ago, it has already become
the favorite sort with those who have had the true stock. The
heads, which are very solid and deep, are of medium size, aver-
aging about 8 lbs. in weight; ii\ color, they are entirely distioct;
in point of quality they have no superior, and they keep better
than any other sort, the heads being as solid and perfect when
taken up in the spring as when put away in the fall. At that
time no cabbage will sell beside them even at one-half the price.
Large pkt 5c, oz 30c, % lb 85c, lb $3.00.
We import our Holland or Danish Ball Head cabbage direct
from the best grower in Denmark.
Henderson’s Autumn King — It produces enormous solid heads
of that dark shade of green that is most desirable in a cabbage,
and has such small outer leaves that it can be planted much
closer together than the ordinary late sorts, and can be relied
upon to produce a greater weight of crop per acre than any other
variety. A distinctive feature of the Autumn King is the pecu-
liarly crimped leaves. Next to Giant Flat Dutch, it is unques-
tionably one of the best late sorts of today. Pkt 10c, oz 30c, 14 lb
70c, lb $2.50.
L. B. & Co.’s Harvest Home — Late. We have yet to see the
cabbage of equal quality that will yield as large a weight from a
given area as the Harvest Home. We have yet to see the cab-
bage that will equal it in reliability of heading, uniformity of size
and solidity of head. We unhesitatingly recommend it to any
one desiring the best cabbage for fall and winter keeping or
kraut making. Oz 20c, % lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Premium Late Flat Dutch — As a variety for winter market it
has no superior, and is more extensively grown than any other.
Head large, bluish-green, round, solid, broad and flat on top, and
often tinted with reddish-brown after being touched with frost;
they open white and crisp, are tender and well flavored. It is a
fall and winter variety, and one of the very best to keep. With
good cultivation, on moist, rich ground, ninety-five in a hundred
will head up large and fine. Decidely the best late variety for
cultivation in our state. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.50.
American Late Perfection Savoy — This is the best of the
Savoy class, either for home use or market. Heads large, very
solid and compact, of a yellowish-green color, and, like all other
of the Savoy varieties, is of excellent flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 25c,
% lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Mammoth Rock Red — This is by far the best, largest and
surest-heading red cabbage ever introduced. The plant is large,
with numerous spreading leaves. The heads are large (averag-
ing 10 to 12 pounds each), round, very solid, and of deep red
color. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.50.
CAULIFLOWER
The cauliflower, although one of the most delicious vegetables, Is but little grown except by professional gardeners, by reason
of the erroneous notion that it is so difficult to grow, that only skilled gardeners can produce it. We are certain that any one will
be reasonably successful with this most desirable vegetable if they will observe the cultural directions given below.
Culture.— For spring and early summer crop sow In March or early In April in hot-bed and transplant to cold frame when sufficiently
large, and to the open ground as soon as danger of hard freezing is over. The plants will endure a light frost. The soil for cauliflower
should be like that for cabbage, but it is better to be made richer than Is ordinarily used for that crop. For late crop sow at same time as
for late cabbage and treat in the same manner. After the heads begin to form draw the leaves over them and pin or tie them together
white. They should be cut for use while the
separate into branches.
L. & B. Co.’s Earliest Dwarf Erfurt
Extra Select Cauliflower — Is the sur-
est header and most profitable, and no
other sort has yet surpassed this ex-
cellent variety. It is the best for forc-
ing and open ground; the earliest and
finest of all varieties. Scarcely a plant
fails to produce a good head. It is of
dwarf habit, compact growth, short out-
side leaves; can be planted 20 inches
apart each way. The best for early
market and family use, and can be en- ■ — .
tirely relied upon, as the seed was b—-
grown with extra care by one of the "
most careful growers in Erfurt. A
very shy seeder on account of its com-
pact, solid heads. Plenty of cauli-
flower seed is sold in this country as
the Earliest Dwarf Erfurt variety at
Early London — A well-known variety, :
Early Giant Autumnal — Extra fine sort,
‘curd” is compact and hard, as they soon
a low price. Beware of such seed; it
cannot be genuine. Pkt 25c, % oz $1,
oz $3, lb $30.
Early Snowball — Highly esteemed
by "market gardeners for its earliness
~ _ and reliability as a sure header ; it
grows on a robust stem, and produces
magnificent white heads of fine qual-
ity. The outer leaves are short, allow-
ing the plants to be set closer together
than most varieties. Its dwarf, com-
pact habit of growth renders it one of
the best for forcing under glass; al-
though cultivated principally for an
early crop, it does equally well for late
planting. Pkt 25e, % oz 75c, oz $2.50.
Early Paris — Head rather large,
white and compact; stalk short. Pkt
10c, oz 50c.
Lne, white and compact heads. Pkt 10c, oz 60c.
producing large white heads, and comes to maturity early in autumn. Pkt 10c, oz 60c.
CARROTS
The carrot is one of the most wholesome and nutritious of our garden roots, and deserves to be more extensively used, both for
culinary and stock feeding purposes. We urge our readers to give some of the early table sorts a trial. For feeding stock, especially
horses and milch cows, the carrot cannot be surpassed, and it should be grown largely by farmers each season for this purpose.
Our packets of carrot contain on an average about 6,000
seeds. One ounce will sow one hundred feet of drill. Three to
four pounds for one acre.
Culture.— While a sandy loam made rich by manuring the
previous year is the best soil for the carrot, any good land, if
thoroughly and deeply worked, will produce satisfactory crops.
A clover sod turned under deeply and well enriched with a
dressing of rotten manure, is most excellent for the general
crop. When it is possible to do so, it is advisable to sow as
early in the spring as the ground is fit to work, though good
crops may, in this latitude, be grown from sowngs as late as
June 15. Prepare the ground thoroughly and sow in drills
eighteen to twenty-four inches apart, using from one and one-
half to three pounds to the acre, according to the distance
between rows. Cover one-half to one inch deep and see to it
that the soil is well firmed about the seed. As soon as the
plants appear, use the cultivator or wheel hoe, and do not let
the weeds get a start. Thin to three to six inches apart in the
row as soon as the plants are large enough. Gather and store
for winter use like beets or turnips.
Improved Danver’s Half Long — A first-class carrot for all
soils; in form, midway between the Long Orange and Short
Horn. The root is of a rich, dark orange color and grows
very smooth and handsome. Twenty to thirty tons per acre
not being an unusual crop. Pkt 3c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60e.
Improved Long Orange — A well-known standard sort;
roots long, thickest near the crown, tapering regularly to a
point; color, deep orange. Suitable for the table and main
field crop. Pkt 3c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 50c.
L., B. & Co.’s Mastodon Carrot — This is the heaviest crop-
ping carrot grown, yielding more tons to the acre than any
other sort. The flesh is white, crisp, solid and very sweet in
flavor. It is a vast improvement on the white and green
Belgian sorts which have been such favorites in the past, as
it is not only much more productive but vastly easier to
handle. The roots are short and very heavy at the shoulder,
rendering them easily harvested. An important feature, also,
is that they do not easily break in pulling or storing. Too
much can scarcely be said of their size and great productive-
ness. The roots frequently measure 15 to 20 inches in circum-
ference, and 18 to 25 tons to the acre is not an extravagant
statement as to the yield. Large pkt
10c, % lb 30c, % lb 60c, lb 90c, 5 lb
$3.75.
L.( B. & Co.’s Victoria Carrot — This
is the largest and unquestionably the
heaviest cropping and most nutritious
yellow variety in cultivation. It is the
largest and best form of Orange or
Yellow Carrot known. The roots are
remarkably fine, very symmetrical and
of excellent quality, possessing high
feeding properties. It is a heavy crop-
per on all soils, but especially adapted
for strong or rich land. It grows fully
half as much weight again per acre as
the ordinary varieties, and as the roots
grow more above the ground it is much
easier to gather the crop. This grand
variety is sure to suit every one who
grows it. Large pkt 10c, Vi lb 30c, %
lb 50c, 1 lb 90c, 5 lbs $2.00.
White Belgian — Grows long; green
top, well out of the ground. Large pkt
5c, Vi lb 20c, % lb 30c, 1 lb 50c, 5 lbs
$2.00.
Yellow Belgian — Similar to the
white, but yellow in color. Large pkt
5c, Vi lb 20c, Yt lb 30c, 1 lb 50c, 5 lbs
$2.00.
Early French Forcing — The ealiest variety, largely grown for
forcing purposes; globular shaped root of an orange red color.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Early Scarlet, or Short Horn — One of the most popular vari-
eties grown; color deep orange; one of the best for table use.
Pkt 3c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Oxheart, or Guerande — This fine and very popular carrot is
intermediate as to length between the half long varieties (such
as Danver’s) and the Scarlet Horn carrots, but much thicker than
the latter, being at the top from four to five inches in diameter.
Flesh, bright orange, fine grained and sweet. It is of very fine
quality for table use and equally good for stock. Where other
sorts require digging, Oxheart can be easily pulled, making it a
particularly desirable sort for soils so stiff and hard that other
sorts do not do well. Pkt 3c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60c.
Chantenay— As a table variety it is first-class; in shape it is
larger than the Scarlet Horn, and also broader at the shoulder.
The flesh is of a beautiful, rich, orange color, and of the finest
quality; it is medium early, with small tops. Roots taper
slightly but are uniformly stump rooted. Gives great satisfac-
tion in both the market and private garden. Pkt 3c, oz 10c,
Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
CHERVIL
A hardy annual, worthy of more general use for flavoring and
garnishing. The curled variety is even more beautiful than parsley
and can be used to great advantage in beautifying dishes of meatand
vegetables. Sow in early spring in rich, well prepared soil, and
when plants are well established transplant to about one foot apart.
Curled — Greatly superior to the old, plain variety, being ear-
lier, more handsome and having fully as fine fragrance and
flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 2 oz 20c, Vi lb 30c, 1 lb $1.00.
CHICORY
Large Rooted, or Coffee — Our stock is the improved
type, with very much larger, smoother, whiter and propor-
tionately shorter roots than the old kind. The dried and
prepared roots are used quite extensively as a substitute or
adulterant for coffee. Sow the seed as early in the spring as
the ground can be prepared, in a rather light, moderately rich
soil, in drills fifteen inches apart for garden, and two to two and
one-half feet for field culture. When the plants are sufficiently
large, thin to four to six inches apart in the row. Keep clear
of weeds, and in the fall dig the roots, slice them and dry in an
apple evaporator, or kiln constructed for the purpose. Where
the roots are grown in quantity for the manufacturers of the
“prepared” chicory, they are usually brought to the factory in
the “green” state and there dried in kilns constructed for the
purpose. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 2 oz 15c, % lb 25c, lb 75c.
COLLARDS
A variety of cabbage known in different sections as “Cole,”
“Colewort,” or simply “Greens.” It is extensively used in the
South, where it continues in luxuriant growth all winter.
Georgia, Southern, or Creole — We offer the true white or
green stemmed sort so extensively used in the South, where it
furnishes an abundance of food for man and beast. Forms a
large, loose, open head, or a mass of leaves on a tall stem.
Freezing does not injure, but rather improves, their quality.
Sow thick in drills, in rich ground, transplanting when four
inches high, or sow in drills where the plants are to remain,
and thin to two or three feet apart in the row, when of proper
size. In the South sow from January to May, and August to
October. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 2 oz 20c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
CELERY
Celery has come so generally into use that
almost every garden has a bed devoted to its
growth, and if the soil is rich and the plants
well cared for the Celery will be one of the
most prized products of the garden.
Culture.— Sow the seed (which Is slow to ger-
minate) In shallow boxes or in a finely prepared
Beed bed out of doors, In straight rows, so that the
small plants may be kept free from weeds. See
to It that the seed bed Is kept moist, almost wet,
until the seeds germinate, as plenty of moisture
Is essential to get a satisfactory growth. When
about two Inches high, thin out and transplant so
that they may stand three Inches apart, and when
the plants are four inches high cut off the tops,
which will cause them to grow stocky. The crop
Is usually made to succeed some earlier crop, but
In order to grow good celery the soli must be made
as rich as possible; the essentials to success being
very rich soli 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 ob-
tained from setting about the middle of June or
the first of July. The most desirable time will de-
Cend upon local climate, and Is that which will
ring the plants to maturity during cool, moist
weather. In setting, prepare broad, shallow
trenches about six Inches deep and four feet apart,
In which the plants should be set six Inches apart,
cutting off the outer leaves and pressing the soil
firmly about the roots. When the plants are
nearly full grown they should be "handled, ” which
Is done by one man gathering the leaves together
while a second draws the earth about the plant to
one-third Its height, taking care that none of the
earth 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 tin
process every few days until only the tops of the
leaves are visible, or the leaves may be pressed
together by two wide boards held firmly a few
the crop may be simply "handled, '
ind
inches apart by cross-ties and stakes, when In a few days more It will be fit for use.
of
other taken up and set out compactly In a dark
then at the approach
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cellar or an unused cold frame which can be kept just above the freezing point, and it will then gradually blanch 30 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.
Perle Le Grand — The most beautiful Celery that ever graced
a table. Flavor most delicious, crisp and nutty. So brittle
that a stalk held in the hand will almost break of its own
weight. Absolutely solid and free from stringiness. The first
and the last Celery that is fit to use. Its beautiful golden heart
and rich nutty flavor are unapproached by any other variety.
It has been found a most excellent winter keeper. Pkt 5c, % oz
15c, oz 25c, 2 oz 45c, % lb 70c, lb $2.50.
Golden Self-Blanching — Our seed from the original Paris in-
troducers is as pure a strain as exists. Its rich golden yellow
color, its close habit and compact growth, and, greater than all,
the readiness with which it is bleached and rendered market-
able, make it invaluable to the gardener and exceedingly popular
with every planter. The entire stock is solid, crisp, and al-
though not as early, a much better keeper than the White Plume.
Pkt 5c, % oz 15c, oz 25c, 2 oz 45c, % lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Evans’ Triumph — The best late Celery. This variety has a
very strong and vigorous plant, with large, very white, crisp,
brittle, tender and fine flavored stalks. It is late and requires
the whole season to develop, but will keep longer than any
other sort. We recommend it as worthy of the first place as a
late Celery. Pkt 5c, oz 30c, 2 oz 55c, % lb $1.00, lb $3.00.
Dwarf Golden Heart — Pkt 3c, % oz 10c, oz 15c, % lb 40c,
lb $1.50.
Perfection Heartwell — Pkt 5c, % oz 10c, oz 15c, % lb 50c,
lb $1.75.
New Rose— Pkt 5c, % oz 12c, oz 20c, % lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Giant White Solid— Pkt 3c, % oz 10c, oz 15c, % lb 40c,
lb $1.50.
Crawford's Half Dwarf — Pkt 5c, % oz 15 c, oz 20c, % lb 40c, lb $1.50.
Boston Market — Pkt 3c, % oz 10c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.50.
Soup Celery or Smallage — Pkt 3c, % oz 10c, oz 15c, % lb 40c.
Celery Seed for Flavoring — Oz 5c, % lb 12c, lb 35c.
White Plume— Self-blanching. This sort is too widely known to require an extended
description. We will only say that we have not yet found a Celery that is as early
and of as good a flavor, as crisp and tender as our selection of this sort. We sell every
year large quantities of this seed to market gardeners, who find it uniformly white and
free from green or hollow stalks. It is not as good a keeper as our Giant Golden Heart,
but it is unsurpassed for fall and early winter use, and is the earliest Celery known.
Pkt 5c, % oz 12c, oz 20c, 2 oz 35c, % lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Giant Pascal — One of the best for fall and winter use. It is a selection from the
Golden Self-Blanching, and adds to the general good qualities of its parent superior
keeping qualities. The stalks are very large, solid, crisp, and of a rich, nutty flavor,
free from any trace of bitterness. It blanches very easily and quickly, and retains its
freshness a long time after being marketed. The heart is golden yellow, very attrac-
tive. Pkt 5c, % oz 12c, oz 20c, 2 oz 35c, % lb 60c, lb $1.75.
New Pink Plume — The stalks of this magnificent new Celery are of clear, creamy
white, shaded with a beautiful delicate pink. In flavor it is sweeter than any other,
all red Celery having a stronger “celery” flavor, and is preferred by Celery lovers
wherever known. The foliage is white, like the White Plume, and the plants bleach
naturally. It has the long keeping qualities for which red Celeries are noticeable,
and the faint tint of pink makes it wonderfully attractive for table use. It has no
tendency to rust, and owing to its white tops matures and blanches as early as White
iPlume. Pkt 7c, % oz 15c, oz 25c, 2 oz 40c, % lb 70c, lb $2.50.
! Giant Golden Heart — The best Celery for winter storage. Ever since we introduced
this Celery it has gained in public favor, and rightly so, for it is not only the best
keeper, but it is large, solid, as sweet as a walnut and of a beautiful golden color. It
is a selection from the Dwarf Golden Heart, grows much larger than its parent, but
otherwise possesses all its excellent qualities. We strongly recommend it to gardeners
as well as to private planters. Pkt 10c, % oz 20c, oz 30c, 2 oz 50c, % lb 85c, lb $3.00.
“Kalamazoo,” or Solid Ivory — The fine Celery sent out under the name “Kalamazoo”
has enjoyed a wide and extended popularity and has proven to be one of the most solid,
compact, strong growing and easily bleached market varieties. We are selling it as a
thoroughly reliable sort both for family and market use; rkeeps well through the win-
ter. Pkt 5c, % oz 12c, oz 20c, 2 oz 30c, % lb 60c, lb $2.00.
CELERIAC, OR TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY
Culture.— Sow the seed at the same season and give the same treat-
ment as common celery. Transplant the young plants to moist, rich
soil, in rows two feet apart and six inches apart in the rows. Give
thorough culture. As the roots are the edible portion of this vegetable,
It is not necessary to earth up or “handle’’ it. After the roots have
attained a diameter of two inches or over they will be 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 or
carrots.
Turnip-Rooted — The root of this variety is turnip shaped and
tender, having a sweeter taste and stronger flavor than other
varieties. It is used principally for seasoning meats and soups.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Giant Prague Celeriac — This is unquestionably the largest
and best Celeriac in existence. The roots are very large, twice
as large as the Erfurt, almost globe shaped, smooth, with only
a few roots at the bottom. Flavor is excellent. Pkt 5c, % oz
10c, oz 15c, M lb 50c, lb $1.50.
Our special collections and discounts are very liberal.
You will find something of interest on every page of this book.
Head carefully and you will find your reward.
Your correspondence is solicited, and we will cheerfully furnish any informa-
tion in our power.
SWEET OR
SUGAR CORN
White Cob Cory — We consider
this the best extra early sweet
corn. The ears are fully as
large and well filled as Cory,
and just as early, and have the
great advantage of a white cob,
making this variety the best ex-
tra early market corn. We hope
all our friends will plant largely
of this for early crop, as we feel
sure that it cannot fail to give
entire satisfaction. Pkt 10c,
lb 14c.
Early Minnesota — This old and deservedly popular variety is
one of the best early sorts for the market and the private gar-
den. Stalks short and not suckering, bearing one or two ears
well covered with husks; ears long, eight rowed; kernels very
broad, sweet and tender, not shrinking much in drying. By
careful selection we have developed a stock of this standard
variety which is remarkably uniform, and in which all the good
qualities which have made it so popular are intensified. Pkt
10c, lb 14c.
Stowell’s Evergreen — The standard main crop variety, and if
planted at the same time with earlier kinds, will keep the table
supplied until October. It is hardy and productive, very tender
and sugary, remaining a long time in condition suitable for boil-
ing. Our stock has been carefully grown and selected to avoid
the tendency to a shorter grain and deterioration in the Ever-
green character of this best known of all late sorts. This and
Mammoth are standard late varieties in the South. Pkt 10c,
lb 14c.
Mammoth — This variety produces the largest ears of any sort
with which we are acquainted, a single ear sometimes weighing
two or three pounds. It is of excellent quality, sweet, tender
and delicious, and its only fault is the Immense size of the ear.
Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
Moore’s Early Concord — Produces its large, handsome, four-
teen rowed ears very low on the stalk, and comes into use after
Perry’s Hybrid. The quality is faultless, being much like the
Crosby, and it is an excellent sort to follow that variety, either
for the canning factory or the garden, and it is valuable as an
Intermediate variety. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
Black Mexican — Although the ripe grain is black or bluish-
black, the corn, when in condition for the table, cooks remark-
ably white, and is surpassed by none in tenderness. This, by
many, is considered the most desirable for family use of the
second early Borts. It does especially well for second early in
the South. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
Old Colony — Originated near Plymouth, Mass., about fifty
years ago; was lost Bight of for a while; revived and sold under
various names, such as Landreth’s Sugar, etc. We consider it
a more desirable sort than the Country Gentleman or the Ne
Plus Ultra in that the skin is not so tough and certainly is all
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Early Red Blazed — This flint variety is not only early, but
will endure uninjured a degree of cold and wet that would be
fatal to other sorts. Stalks medium height, without suckers,
dark green with red or bronze markings. Leaves broad, green
at base, but bronze at top, particularly while the plant is young.
Ears long, eight rowed, well filled, small at base. Grain flinty
and of fine quality, bright yellow at the tips. It is also known
as Smut Nose. Pkt 10c, lb 10c.
Early Golden Dent, or Pride of the North — A very early Dent
variety, ripening with the flint sort, and can be grown as far
north as any other variety of Dent corn. Stalks small, with
broad leaves. Ears short, twelve to sixteen rowed, well filled.
Grain long, yellow, making an extra quality of meal. Pkt 10c,
lb 10c.
Early Canada, or Yellow Flint — The standard of the early
yellow flint corns. Per lb 10c, 100 lbs $5.00.
Champion Pearl White Dent — A standard late variety, with
No. 1 white grain. It is very hardy, can be planted closely and
stands drouths. Per lb 10c, 100 lbs $5.00.
Mercer Corn — Stalks six feet high, with two to three good
ears nine to eleven inches in length and well filled. A rich
golden yellow flint corn and very productive. Per lb 10c, 100
lbs $5.00.
Triumph Corn — A yellow flint corn, extremely early and
called an “eighty-day corn.” Ears thirteen inches long, with
fourteen to sixteen rows. Both grain and ears are larger than
the Mercer. The ears average two to the stalk. The habit of
this corn admits of close planting, and one foot apart in the
rows will secure an immense crop of corn and fodder. Per lb
10c, 100 lbs $5.00.
POP CORN
Rice, for Popping — A very handsome variety. Ears short;
kernels long, pointed, and resemble rice; color white; very pro-
lific. Probably no variety of Pop-Corn is superior to this for
popping, lb 10c.
If Peas, Beans or Corn are wanted by mail, add 8
cents per pound to cover postage
that can be desired in quality. Stalks about six feet high,
usually bearing two large, sixteen to twenty rowed ears; grain
very deep and the sweetest and best of the late varieties. It
is fit to use a few days earlier than Evergreen; cannot be ex-
celled as a market sort and is of the best for canners. Pkt 10c,
lb 20c.
FIELD CORN
Cory — The largest of the extra
early sorts. The plant is stout
and vigorous, but short, and it
will mature a full crop earlier
than any of the much lauded
new strains. Ears eight-rowed,
with red cob and very large,
light pink grains. All the red
cobbed corn should be cooked
quickly by dropping the ears
into boiling water to which a
little salt has been added, for if
simmered over a slow fire, or allowed to stand in the water after
cooking, the red cob will discolor the kernels. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
Crosby’s Early — A most excellent variety, remarkably early
and of the best flavor. Ears of medium size, twelve or more
rowed; grain very thick and sweet. This is the sort so largely
grown in Maine for canning, and it is the use of this variety
rather than any peculiarity of soil that has given Maine Sweet
Corn Its reputation for quality. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
CUCUMBER
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40c
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This is one of the vegetables which can be grown to
perfection by any one who can control a few square yards
of soil which is fully exposed to the sun, and the fruit is so
much better when gathered fresh from the vines than it is when
obtained in the market, that every family should be supplied
from its own yard.
Culture.— The soil for cucumbers should be thoroughly enriched
with well rotted manure in order to obtain the largest yield, but any
rich garden soil will grow seed cucumbers. Plant the seed in rows six
feet apart, and four to six feet apart in the row, dropping fifteen to
twenty seeds in a hill. After the plants begin to crowd and the
striped beetles are pretty well gone, 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 across the field, and similar ones, but omitting every
fourth furrow, at right angles to the first; this will form paths for
the distribution of manure and the gathering of the fruit. At each
intersection drop a shovelful or more of well rotted manure, which
should be well mixed with the soil, so as to form a low, flat hill.
In gathering, pick all the fruit before it begins to ripen, as the
vines will cease setting fruit as soon as any seed commences to
mature.
Early Russian — Earliest and hardiest. The
vines vigorous and productive. Fruit three to
four inches long, thick, oval, pointed at each
end. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Early Cluster — Vines vigorous, producing the
bulk of the crop near the root and in clusters.
Fruit short, holding full size to each end; dark
green, but paler at blossom end. Good for table
use, but not adapted to pickling. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Cool and Crisp — A strain of White Spine; larger, but not so
evenly shaped. It well deserves its name and is therefore very
popular for table use. Oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60c.
Boston Pickling, or Green Prolific — A dis-
tinct variety, very popular for pickles. Fruit
very smooth and symmetrical, cylindrical, but
a little pointed at each end; bright green and
a great producer. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c,
lb 50c.
Early Short Green, or Early Frame — An
excellent sort both for table use and for pick-
ling. Plants very vigorous and productive.
Fruit straight, handsome, smaller at each end, bright green,
lighter at the blossom end, with crisp, tender flesh, and makes
excellent pickles. Our stock is very superior. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 20c, lb 50c.
Giant Pera — Very large, smooth skin, few seeds, splendid for
slicing. Oz 15c, % lb 35c, lb 75c.
Bismarck — A cross between Long Green and White Spine,
producing dark colored, slender pickles like the former, and be-
coming like the latter at maturity. Fruit long, cylindrical, very
constant in form and color; flesh crisp and tender; excellent
either for pickles or slicing. Those who want a Cucumber
longer than White Spine, but with its other characteristics, will
find in this variety all they desire. It is also one of the best on
the list for slicing. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60c.
Improved Long Green — Produced by selec-
tion from the Long Green. Vines vigorous
and productive, forming fruit fit for the table
nearly as early as the shorter sorts; fruit
about twelve inches long, firm and crisp. The
young fruit makes one of the best of pickles,
and when ripe is the best of any for sweet
pickles. We offer a carefully selected strain,
uniformly long and of good form, with the
large warts and spines well distributed over
the surface, instead of being clustered at one end, as in inferior
stocks. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50q.
Gherkin, for Pickling — A very small, oval,
prickly variety, quite distinct from all others.
It is grown exclusively for pickling. It is the
smallest of all the varieties, and should always
be picked when young and tender. The seed
is slow to germinate, requiring usually from
two to three weeks. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 35c,
lb $1.00.
Early White Spine — One of the best sorts
for table use. Vines vigorous, fruiting early and abundantly;
fruit uniformly straight and handsome; light green with a few
white spines; flesh tender and of excellent flavor. In this coun-
try this variety is used more, perhaps, than any other for forc-
ing under glass. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c> lb 50c.
CRESS
Culture.— The seed should be sown and lightly covered, in gravelly,
mucky lands, along the borders of small, rapid streams, and the
plants will need no subsequent culture, as under favorable conditions
they increase very rapidly by self-sown seed and extension of the
roots.
True Water — This is quite distinct from the curled variety,
and only thrives when its roots and stems are submerged in
water. It is one of the most delicious of small salads and should
be planted wherever a suitable place can be found. Pkt 5c, oz
30c, % lb $1.00.
Culture of the Curled Varieties.— The seed should be sown in drills
about eighteen inches apart, on very rich ground, and the plants well
cultivated. It may be planted very early, but repeated sowings are
necessary to secure a succession. Keep off insects by dusting with
Pyrethrum Powder.
Curled, or Pepper Grass — This small salad is much used with
lettuce, to which its warm, pungent taste makes a most agree-
able addition. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
EGG PLANT
bulbs and dry In the shade, and lay them up in a dry loft as you would
onions.
The Egg Plant, when well grewn and properly cooked, Is a
delicious vegetable, and it should find a place in every garden.
Culture.— The seed germinates slowly, and should be started in
strong heat, for In this, as In all sub-tropical plants. It Is of Import-
ance to secure a rapid and continuous growth from the first, the
plants never recovering from a check received when young. When
the plants have tormea two rough leaves, transplant to three or four
Inches apart. Keep the bed closed and very warm, shading from the
direct rays of the sun and giving abundance of water until the ground
Is warm and all danger, not only from frost, but from cold nights, is
past: then harden the plant by gradual exposure to the sun and air,
and decrease the supply of water, then carefully transplant Into the
open ground, setting the plants two and a half feet apart. If needed,
shade the young plants and protect them from the potato bug, which
is very fond of them and will often destroy them. Some seasons
Egg Plants will fall to set fruit, or will not begin bearing until too
late to mature, no matter how faithfully they have been cared for.
This Is especially liable to happen If the summer is cool or rather
moist. We know of no remedy for this. Pinching oft the ends of
the branches after the plants begin to bloom, and not letting more
than two or three fruits set will often effect something, and is a
good practice.
Early Long Purple — This is one of the earliest and most pro-
ductive varieties; fruit long, dark, rich, purple, and of fine qual-
ity. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, % lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Black Pekin — Nearly as early as the last, and nearly as large
as the later sorts. Very prolific and desirable for market gar-
deners’ use. Fruit nearly round; skin smooth, black and glossy;
flesh white, fine grained and delicate. Pkt 5c, oz 30c, % lb $1.00.
Improved Large Purple (Spineless) — This variety has about
superseded all others, both for market and private use. The
large size and high quality of its fruit and its extreme produc-
tiveness make it the most profitable to grow. Plants large,
spreading; foliage light green; fruit very large, oval, or short
pear shaped; color dark purple. Plants ripen usually two to six
large fruits. Bear in mind that our stock is spineless, which is
a great advantage in handling. Pkt 5c, oz 30c, V4 lb $1.00.
ENDIVE
Culture.— Endive may be grown at any season of the year, but Is
more generally used late In the fall. Sow the seed during June or
July, In drills fourteen inches apart, and when well established 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 every few days a succession may be kept up.
Moss Curled — A variety growing considerably denser and
having the leaves much finer cut than the Green Curled; in fact,
the whole plant is more compact. When well blanched it makes
a very attractive appearance. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Ever White Curled — By far the most beautiful variety. Plant
moderately dense, with divided leaves, which are coarser and
less tender than those of the Green Curled; but even the outer
leaves are very light colored, frequently white, so that the plant
is very attractive and always brings the highest price on the
market. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, % lb 50c, lb $1.50.
GARLIC
A bulbous rooted planted, with a strong, penetrating odor,
but much esteemed by some for flavoring soups, stews, etc. We
frequently receive orders for garlic seed, but we can only supply
bulbs. % lb 15c, lb 50c.
Culture— Prepare the ground the same as for onions, and plant the
bulbs In drills eight Inches apart, and four Inches apart In the rows,
and cover two Inches deep. When the leaves turn yellow, take up the
HORSE RADISH
Horse Radish produces no seed, but Is grown from pieces of the
roots. Small roots, 10c each or 40o per doz, postpaid; by express, jr„
per 100.
Culture— Mark oft 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, two to three inches below the surface, the small
end down. Cultivate thoroughlyuntil the tops cover the ground
when their shade will keep down the weeds.
KALE
Borecole, Kale or Oerman Greens are
general terms applied to those classes
of Cabbage which do not form heads
but are used In their open growth, Some
of the varieties are the most tender and
delicate of any of the Cabbage tribe
They are hardy and are improved rather
than injured by the frost.
Culture— As far north as New York
they may be sown in September and
treated like Spinach, although in the
south tney will live and grow throughout
the winter without protection, or they
may be planted and treated like winter
cabbage, and will continue growing till
very late. If cut when frozen, thaw out
in cold water before boiling. The young
shoots which start up in the spring from
the old stumps are very tender and make
excellent greens.
TALL GREEN CURLED SCOTCH-
This is very hardy, and improved by a
moderate frost. About thirty inches tall,
with an abundance of dark green leaves,
which are densely curled and cut. forming
a very beautiful plant. It stands the winter in the Middle States with-
out any protection. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, 14 lb 20c, lb 75c.
DWARF CURLED SCOTCH, OR GERMAN GREENS— Plant low
and compact, but with large leaves curled, cut and crimped until the
whole plant seems like a bunch of moss. It is well worth cultivation
simply for its beauty. One of the best sorts for use, and when well
grown and cooked is one of the most palatable of vegetables. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, V4 lb 20c, lb 75c.
GERMAN DWARF PURPLE— Similar to the Dwarf Curled Scotch,
but of a rich purple color. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V4 lb 30c, lb $1.00.
KOHL RABI
The Kohl Rabi is a vegetable interme-
diate between the Cabbage and the Tur-
nip, and combines the flavor of both. The
edible part is a turnip shaped bulb formed
by the swelling of the stem. When used
for the table this should be cut when
quite small, as it is then very tender and
delicate, but if allowed to reach Its full
size it becomes tough and stringy.
Culture— Sow In light, rich soil, as early
as possible, in drills sixteen inches apart,
and when well established, thin to six
inches apart In the row. One or two
plantings at intervals of ten days will
give a succession until hot weather, when
they fall to grow well, but plantings may-
be made the latter part of July for fall
use.
EARLY WHITE VIENNA— Very early,
small, handsome, white bulb. Best early
variety for table. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, VI lb 60c, lb $1.75.
EARLY PURPLE VIENNA— Nearly Identical with the last, except
in color, which is a bright purple, with the leaf stems tinged with
purple. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, Vi lb 75c, lb $2.25.
There Is no vegetable which Is more
universally used than this, and yet few
people know how inviting and appetiz-
ing It Is when brought to the table
fresh and unwilted, a condition In
which It Is rarely, if ever, found In our
markets, and which can only be se-
cured by growing the plants in one’s
own garden. So we earnestly urge all
of our readers who can possibly do so
to grow their own lettuce.
Culture— Lettuce should grow rapidly,
and to attain this end it should be
sown in a rich, thoroughly prepared
soli. For early crop sow under glass
from November to February and thin
out as necessary to prevent crowding.
Keep at a moderate heat and give all
the air and light possible. For early
out-door culture start plants In the
fall, protecting them as needed with
frames or coarse cotton, or start un-
der glass from January till March and
harden off before setting in the open
ground, which should be done as soon
as the ground and weather will permit.
For general crop sow out doors as
early In spring as ground can bo worked. In drills eighteen inches apart and thin the young plants to four Inches apart in the row. As the
plants begin to crown, tnin out and use as required. In this way a much longer succession of cuttings may be had from the same ground.
Sow at Intervals of from two to three weeks throughout the summer for a continuous crop. In this, as in every other garden crop, thorough
cultivation is essential. 9 &
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Grand Rapids (Seed Black) — As a lettuce for greenhouse
forcing this variety undoubtedly stands at the head of the list.
Leaves medium size, of light yellowish green color, much
crimped and frilled, thin, but of very upright growth; forms a
fair size but loose cluster of leaves, which cannot be properly
called a head; crisp, tender and of good quality. Owing to its
upright habit it may be planted very closely. It is of extremely
rapid growth; very little liable to rot; will stand without spoil-
ing a week to ten days after it is fit to cut, and retains its fresh-
ness a long time after cutting. It will stand shipping a longer
distance than any other variety of this class. Pkt 5c, oz 15c,
% lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Early Curled Silesia (Seed White) — An early erect growing,
loose heading variety, which may be used very young, when it
is exceedingly sweet and well flavored; color light green; leaves
much frilled and savoyed. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Early Tennis Ball (Seed Black)— A first-class head lettuce,
and one of the best head lettuces for forcing under glass or early
planting out doors. Plants medium size, having thick, dark
green leaves, and when well grown forming compact, solid heads,
which blanch easily and are crisp and tender. Should not be
planted in the hot weather of summer, as it runs up to seed
quickly. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Tilton’s White Star (Seed White) — A distinct sort of great
merit, of the Black Seeded Simpson type, but grows larger and
more rapidly, and its leaves are broader, thicker, darker and
less frilled at the edge. It forms a large and solid central clus-
ter of leaves, making almost a head; blanches perfectly and is
of excellent quality. The plants remain long in condition for
use before running to seed, and keep long after cutting without
wilting. Repeated trials, both for forcing and early planting
outdoors, convince us that this is a decided improvement over
other varieties of this class for either purpose. Pkt 5c, oz 15c,
% lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Early Prize Head. (Seed White) — The enormous demand for
this old favorite proves conclusively that it has no superior
where a thin, tender, crisp and sweet lettuce is wanted for the
home garden or local market. Being so thin leaved and tender,
it of course wilts very quickly after cutting, and so it is not
adapted for growing for distant markets. Plant large, deep
green, so washed with red as often to appear more red than
green; forming a head of a dense mass of leaves rather than
one like a cabbage, and very slow to run to seed; leaves large,
nearly round, frilled at the edge, and coarsely savoyed or “blis-
tered”; exceedingly crisp, tender and good flavored, and does
not become bitter as early as other varieties. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Hanson (Seed White) — So well known as to hardly need any
description. Plant large, forming a large, flat head, resembling
that of a cabbage, and so slow to run to seed that it often fails
to form any seed. Outer leaves bright green, with prominent,
light covered veins; inner leaves white and usually curved and
twisted at the base; very tender and sweet. We have seen
heads of this variety as large as a cabbage and about as solid.
It is the standard summer head lettuce. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
30c, lb $1.00.
Philadelphia Butter or Early Whitehead (Seed White) —
Many prefer a thick leaved, smooth lettuce, and to meet this
demand we present this sort. Plant dark green, with many
nearly round, thick leaves, formed into a very solid, round head,
which stands a long time without running to seed. Leaves very
thick, folded or puckered at base, the inner ones blanched to a
rich yellow color, and exceedingly rich and nutty in flavor.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Black Seeded Simpson — For those who like a large, thin, ex-
ceedingly tender leaf, and for those markets which demand a
large, loose cluster of leaves rather than a solid head, this is
one of the best varieties either for forcing or early sowing out of
doors. Plants large, forming a large, loose head; light yellow-
ish-green in color, so that a little wilting is not noticed. Leaves
large, thin, slightly ruffled and blistered, the inner ones nicely
blanched, and even the large outside leaves are tender and of
good quality. One of the best and most popular varieties for
market gardeners, as it is attractive, of excellent quality, and
continues a long time in condition for use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
30c, lb $1.00.
Simpson’s Early Curled (Seed White) — Similar to the last,
but the plant is a little smaller and decidedly darker in color,
and the leaves are more frilled and blistered. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Brown Dutch (Seed Brown) — An old sort, noted for its hard-
ness. Leaves large, thick, green, tinged with brown. It al-
ways forms a large, solid head, which is somewhat coarse-look-
ing, but the inner leaves are beautifully blanched, exceedingly
sweet, tender and well flavored. Desirable because of its hard-
ness and fine quality. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Buttercup (Seed White) — Plants medium size, with numer-
ous round, smooth leaves, which are of a beautiful yellow color,
and very sweet and tender. They form medium sized, fairly
solid heads, which when prepared for the table are exceedingly
attractive in appearance. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Large Drumhead, or Victoria Cabbage (Seed White) — The
largest of the heading lettuces. Plant very large, forming an
immense loose head, bright green without and light green or
white within. Leaves very large, strongly veined, coarse, but
the inner ones are very crisp and tender. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
30c, lb $1.00.
Deacon (Seed White) — While this does not make as large a
head as some others, the heads formed are very solid and of
excellent flavor, and remains in condition for use as long as
any variety in cultivation. Plant medium size, with very few
outer leaves; leaves light green, very thick. This is certainly
one of the best varieties for summer use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
30c, lb $1.00. i
Cos, Early White Self-Folding (Seed White) — A distinct Cos
Lettuce which does not need tying up. The leaves are yellow-
ish-white in color, long, narrow, upright, folding into a solid,
head like that of an Early York Cabbage. This is a truly self-
blanching Lettuce, is very crisp and tender and of superior
flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
LEEK
Belongs to the onion family, and by some preferred to that
vegetable.
Culture— Sow the seed and care for the young plants same as for
onions. When the young plants are about the size of a goose quill,
transplant to a prepared bed, in rows one foot apart and four or five
inches in the row. Set the roots deep and draw the earth to them when
cultivating, so that they may be well blanched by the time they are
fit for use.
London Flag — Is the variety more cultivated in this country
than any other. It is hardy and of good quality: Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Large American Flag — A variety which has become very pop-
ular with some market gardeners on account of its being larger
than the London Flag. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, 14 lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Large Rouen — Stem very large, but comparatively short; the
leaf is very broad, but covered with whitish bloom. Stands a
long time in condition for use. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c,
lb $1.25.
Monstrous Carentan — The largest variety; often three inches
in diameter, and becoming very white and tender; a very hardy
sort. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.50.
MELON,
MUSK
The Musk Melon
is too universally
popular to need
a n«y special de-
scription.
Culture.— Cultivate as recommended for cucumbers, except that
the hills should be six feet apart. Rich earth for the young plants
is far better than manure, but if the latter must be used see that it
is well rotted. If the plants grow very rank, more and finer fruit
will be secured by pinching off the end of the shoots when about
three feet long. The quality of melons o>f all varieties is largely de-
pendent upon conditions of growth and ripening. Unhealthy vines or
unfavorable weather produce fruit of comparatively poor flavor.
Rocky Ford — An oval-shaped netted melon, medium size,
very solid; flesh thick and juicy. It is very early and produc-
tive and has wonderful shipping qualities. It is popular with
hotel and restaurant keepers, always a good seller and a money-
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maker for the grower. Our seed is genuine stock from Rocky
Ford. Colorado. Oz 15c, Vi lb 35c, lb $1.00.
Cosmopolitan — This grand new green-fleshed variety, com-
bining as it does the Arm, sweet flesh of the French Cantilope
and the delicious flavor of the American Musk Melon, is truly
cosmopolitan in character. It is one of the most distinct and
uniformly handsome melons ever introduced. The hardy vine
Is wonderfuly productive of globular fruits, which are densely
covered with gray netting. It is exceedingly sweet, melting
and high flavored. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Hackensack, or Turk’s Cap — Fruit very large, flattened globe
shape, ribs large and of irregular width; densely covered with
coarse netting; flesh green, thick, coarse, but very sweet and
fine flavored. We have taken great pains to have our stock of
this true to the “Turk’s Cap” type, and after careful comparison
with that of other growers do not hesitate to pronounce it the
best in the country. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Jenny Lind — An extra early green fleshed melon, and one of
the sweetest in cultivation. Fruits globular or flat globe shaped,
ribbed and covered with a shallow netting; medium size to
small. One of the best melons for hotel and restaurant use, on
account of its convenient size. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Small Green Nutmeg — Fruit medium size, slightly ribbed,
globular. Skin dark green, becoming yellow when overripe,
and nearly covered with broad shallow netting. Flesh thick, a
little coarse, but of line flavor. This variety is in universal de-
mand for both home and market use. It is the size so much
sought after by hotels and restaurants. Our stock is carefully
grown and selected, and will be found first class in every par-
ticular. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Improved Large Green Nutmeg — Vines vigorous, hardy, pro-
ductive; fruit very large, round, slightly flattened at both ends,
ribbed, covered with coarse netting; flesh very thick and of the
highest flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Montreal — Our stock of this variety, unlike most offered, is
of distinct and uniform type. Fruit of the largest size, often
measuring twelve to fourteen inches in diameter; spherical, or
slightly oval in shape, with regular, shallow ribs, and sparsely
covered with netting; flesh light green, very juicy, sweet and of
excellent flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb t'Oc.
Bay View — Fruit long and of the largest size, frequently
weighing fifteen to seventeen pounds; deeply ribbed and cov-
ered with coarse netting; flesh green, thick and of fine flavor.
A favorite in some markets. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Casaba, or Green Persian — One of the largest and best musk
melons in cultivation. Fruit long, oval, a little pointed at each
end; flesh green, very sweet. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
RED OR YELLOW FLESHED SORTS
Osage, or Improved Miller's Cream — This melon has made
its way into public favor from the market rather than the gar-
den, and seems to be just what people want. It is medium
size, oval, slightly ribbed, dark green in color, covered more or
less with shallow netting. The flesh is deep salmon color, ex-
ceedingly sweet and high flavored, and is good to within a fourth,
of an inch of the rind, and very thick, there being but a slight
cavity in the center of even the largest fruit. A favorite variety
in some markets. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V4 lb 20c, lb 60c.
Emerald Gem — The standard of excellence among the salmon
fleshed varieties. Fruit small to medium size, globular, or
slightly flattened at the ends, only slightly netted and ribbed.
Skin deep green while young, becoming tinged with yellow as
the fruit matures; flesh deep salmon yellow, thick, ripening
close to the rind, and is unsurpassed in flavor. This variety
has steadily grown in popular favor and in many large markets
leads all other kinds. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, !b 60c.
Culture.— The essential thing Is to get a good strong vine early In
the season, which may be secured by forming a large, well-drained
hill of earth, made very rich with an abundance of well rotted ma-
nure. which should be thoroughly mixed with the soli, for If left In
a mass It will lead to the plants burning out under the hot sun, and
thus to the failure of the crop. On this hill plant the seed as soon as
the ground Is warm and dry, and carefully protect the young plants
from Insects, and hasten their growth by the use of liquid manure.
Sweet Heart — This variety has no equal as a melon to ship
to distant markets, and it is so attractive in appearance that
it is readily sold when all others are a drug. Of the largest size,
a little longer than thick, but nearly globular in shape. Skin
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very bright, beautiful mottled green. Flesh bright red, firm
and heavy, but crisp, melting and exceedingly sweet. This
melon is not only a good keeper, but it improves in quality for
a long time after ripening. Seeds dark gray. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
Vi lb 25c, lb 75c.
Citron — Grows uniformly round and smooth, striped and mar-
bled with light green. Flesh white and solid; seeds red. It
should be borne in mind that this variety is not used for eating
in the raw state, but for preserves, pickles, etc. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Klondike — The earliest. The great objection to the extreme-
ly early Water Melons has been their inferior quality. This
has been entirely overcome in the Klondike, which is offered
with full assurance of not only being remarkably early, but as
sweet, delicate and melting in flavor as any variety grown.
The flesh is of deep scarlet. Rind thin, and on this account is
not a particularly good shipping sort. It will ripen in altitudes
where it has not been thought possible to mature a good Water
Melon. It is to all other varieties of Water Melons what the
Early Minnesota is to Tomatoes. The earliest and of quality
second to none. Pkt 10c, oz 15c, % lb 25c, lb 75c.
Kentucky Wonder — A distinct variety; long oval in shape
and of, good size; skin dark green; flesh scarlet, crisp, rich and
sugary; alway firm and solid; never mealy or tough. Kentucky
Wonder has won first prize over such well known and popular
sorts as Ironclad, Cuban Queen, Kolb’s Gem, etc. Oz 10c, *4 lb
20c, lb 60c.
Phinney’s Early
— A valuable var-
iety, hardy and a
sure cropper.
Vines vigorous
and productive,
fruiting q u i t e J
early; fruit meT
dium size, ob-j
long, smooth]
marbled with two^
shades of green;
rind thin, flesh
pink, very sweet,
tender and crisp.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, %
lb 20c, lb 50c.
Peerless, or Ice Cream— The best melon for private gardens
and for market gardeners who deliver direct to consumers, but
is also grown exten-
sively in some sections
for shipping in carload
lots distances of two
or three hundred miles.
Vines moderately vig-
orous, hardy, produc-
tive; fruit medium size,
oval, finely mottled ;
rind thin; flesh bright
scarlet, solid to the
center, crisp, tender,
and of the highest flav-
or. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, %
lb 20c, lb 50c.
Black Spanish —
Vines small, so that
they may be planted
closer than most sorts. Fruit round, very dark green, with sweet
scarlet flesh and black seed. It is not so large as some of the
other sorts, but is very hardy and a certain cropper. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 50c.
Gypsy, or Georgia Rattlesnake — One of the largest varieties,
and stands shipment long distances. Fruit cylindrical, square at
the ends, smooth! distinctly striped and mottled light and dark
green. Flesh bright scarlet and very sweet. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
y4 lb 20c, lb 50c.
crisp and sugary. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 20c, lb 50c.
Dixie — A popular market sort.
Vines vigorous, large growing and
hardy; fruit medium size to large,
about one-third longer than thick.
Color of skin dark green striped
with a lighter shade; rind thin but
tough; flesh bright scarlet, ripens
closely to the rind, is of the best
quality and free from the hard,
coarse center which is so objec-
tionable a feature of many ship-
ping melons. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, y4 lb
20c, lb 50c.
Round Light Icing— Fruit me-
dium size, round, very light green
or white, mottled with
slightly darker green.
Flesh bright, light red,
very sweet and tender.
By many this is con-
sidered the best of all
melons. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
y4 lb 20c, lb 50c.
Dark Icing — Fruit is
large, nearly round,
dark green, very indis-
tinctly mottled with
lighter shade. Flesh very rich, bright red. The juice, which is
very abundant, is of rich, deep color and flows so freely as to be
available as a drink. All of our stocks of Icing Melon are pure
and perfectly distinct, showing very uniformly the character
istics of each sort as described. Repeated trials have demon-
strated that our stock of the Icing varieties are very much more
pure and distinct than those obtainable elsewhere. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Kolb’s Gem — Vines of medium
size, but remarkably vigorous and
healthy. Leaves of medium size,
deeply cut with a peculiar frilled
edge. Fruit of the largest size,
round or slightly oval, marked with
irregular mottled stripes of dark
and light green. Outer rind or
shell exceedingly hard and firm,
making it a popular sort for ship-
ping long distances. Flesh bright
red, solid, a little coarse, but sweet
and tender. Seeds dark gray. Pkt
5c, oz 10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 50c.
Boss — The very dark green long
fruit has very bright red, exceed-
ingly sweet flesh, extending to
within one-fourth inch of the rind.
A splendid sort for the home garden, but too thin rinded for
shipping. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, %, lb 20c lb 50c.
Mountain Sweet — A large, oval variety; rind green; flesh
scarlet and quite solid to the center, very sweet and delicious.
This is an old standard sort, and one of the best for the home
garden. Pkt 5c, oz 10, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
MUSTARD
White English — The leaves are light green, mild and tendei
when young; seed light yellow. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 40c.
Southern Giant Curled — This mustard is very highly es-
teemed in the South, where the seed is sown in the fall, and the
plants used very early in the spring as a salad. Our stock is the
true curled leaf. The seed is brown and produces plants which
often grow two feet high and of greated breadth, forming enor-
mous bunches. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 15c, lb 50e.
OKRA
Culture. — Sow the seed thinly In dry, warm soil, in shallow drills
two feet apart. After the plants are up, thin them out to nine inches
apart; hoe frequently and draw a little earth to the stems as they
continue to grow. Gather the pods when quite green, and about an
inch and a half long.
White Velvet — This variety is a great improvement on the
old White or the Green. The plant is of medium height, bearing
a large crop of white, smooth, tender pods, which retain their
tenderness until nearly full size. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lh 15c, lb 50c.
Cuban Queen — Fruit medium size to large, globular or oval;
skin striped light and dark green in sharp contrast; rind medium
thick, but stands shipment well. Flesh bright red, solid, very
Dwarf White — The longest podded variety. Two feet high,
very productive, mature pods a foot long, very thick and fleshy.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, y4 lb 15c, lb 50c.
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D ANVERS j
%
should be sown as soon as the
gotten ready, and can be done
seed drill. This should be care-
(testlng It by running It over the
to sow the desired quantity of seed
one-half Inch deep. The quantity
with the soil, the seed used
onions desired. Thin seeding
onions than thick. Four or
usual quantity needed to
Ve use a drill with a roller
drill has none, the ground
with a hand roller lmme-
is planted.
^Australian Brown — (See back of cover.)
Globe Weathersfield — Something new,
that is not simply a novelty. A very merito-
rious onion, and one that we can honestly
recommend for general use. It has all the
good qualities of the well-known Red
Weathersfield and is much earlier. Per-
fectly globular in shape, with very small
neck ; smooth and very uniform in size. A
splendid keeper, always sweet and tender.
Our stock of seed comes direct from the
propagator and is of the purest strain. Pkt
10c, oz 25c, y4 lb 85c, lb $3.00.
Yellow Danvers, or Long Keeper — This is
the variety planted almost exclusively in
the Northwest for the reason that the crop
can be kept in good condition through our
long, wet, warm ■winters. Many cars of this
variety went East the past season in May
after the Eastern California crops were
rotted and out of the way. While
the Mammoth Silver King and
Prizetaker are far more profit-
able for a home market, that is
a retail trade, because they com-
mand a fancy price, still we ad-
vise the Yellow Danvers for gen-
eral crop. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb
30c, lb $1.00.
Yellow Globe Danvers — The
ideal Danvers onion was orig-
inally oval or nearly flat, and it
has been thought by many that
its small neck and splendid
ripening habit could only be ob-
tained in onions of that shape,
but by careful selection and
breeding developed a strain hav-
ing to a remarkable degree the
ripening habit and small neck of
the original Danvers and yet de-
cidedly globular in form, thus
giving larger yields and hand-
somer bulbs without sacrificing
any of the good qualities of the
most popular of yellow onions.
A trial will convince the most
conservative planter that this is
a real improvement. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, V, Jb 30c, lb $1.00.
size, small neck, bright purplish color; good keeper and always
a good seller. Oz 25c, y4 lb 50c, lb $1.75.
Mammoth Silver King — In appearance this is the most strik-
ing onion grown. We hardly know which to commend the most,
its large size, symmetrical appearance and beautiful silvery
flesh, or its sweetness, tenderness and mild flavor. These quali-
ties make it not only the best for exhibition and fancy high-
priced trade, but for the home table it is unsurpassed. Pkt 5c,
oz 20c, y4 lb 60c, lb $2.00.
White Portugal, or American Silverskin — A large, flat onion
of mild flavor, fine for early winter use, and much esteemed for
pickling. It is the best keeper of the white varieties. Pkt 5c,
oz 25c, y4 lb 75c, lb $2.25.
White Barletta — A new kind, earlier than the Queen, pro-
ducing small flat bulbs; a fine variety for sets and superior for
pickling. Oz 15c, % lb 60c, lb $2.00.
White Silverskin — The bulbs are comparatively small and
very white. Grow rapidly when young. Very valuable for bunch-
ing. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, y4 lb 50c, lb $1.50.
White Globe — Yields abundantly, producing handsome and
uniformly globe-shaped bulbs. The flesh is firm, fine-grained,
and of mild flavor. Sometimes called Southport White Globe.
Pkt 5c, oz 25c, y4 lb 75c, lb $2.25.
FOREIGN ONIONS
The following varieties have been tested in this country, and
have given perfect satisfaction. The flavor of the Italian
varieties is mild, and they are every way well adapted to culin-
ary purposes.
Queen — A silver-skinned variety, of quick growth and remark-
able keeping qualities. If sown in early spring it will produce
onions one to two inches in diameter early in summer, and if
sown in July, will, with favorable weather, be ready to pull late
in autumn, and be sound and fit for use until the following sum-
mer. Particularly valuable for pickles. If sown thickly, they
will mature perfect, hard onions from one-half to three-quarters
of an inch in diameter. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, y4 lb 65c, lb $1.50.
Giant White Italian Tripoli — A large, beautiful, pure white,
flat onion of mild and excellent flavor. Will produce a some-
ONIO
Prizetaker — This onion is perfectly globe-shaped, with bright
straw-colored skin; the necks are very small and the onions
always ripen up hard. An excellent keeper, exceedingly fine
flavor, grows to an enormous size, onions weighing six pounds
having been grown from seed the first year. The prize onion of
this variety last year weighed six poundB and two ounces. Pkt
6c, oz 20c. Vi lb 60c, IT) $1.75.
Extra Early Red — A medium sized flat variety; an abundant
producer, and very uniform in shape and size; moderately strong
flavored, and comes into use nearly two weeks earlier than the
Large Red Weathersfield; very desirable for early market use.
Pkt 5c, oz 15c, y4 lb 40c, lb $1.40.
Large Red Wethersfield — This Is the standard red variety.
Large size, skin deep purplish-red, form round, somewhat flat-
tened, flesh purplish-white, moderately fine grained, and stronger
flavored than any of the other kinds. Very productive, the best
keeper, and one of the most popular for general cultivation.
Pkt 5c. oz 15c. V, IT) 40c. lb $1.50.
Southport Red Globe — A very productive variety, of medium
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what larger onion from seed than our White Portugal; but to
attain their full size the plants should be started very early in
a hot-bed and set out in rich soil. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 60c, lb $2.
Giant Rocca — An Immense onion. Globular in form, skin
light brown, flesh mild and tender. It will produce a large onion
from seed the first season, but to attain the largest growth, very
small bulbs or sets should be set out the second spring, when
they will continue increasing in size instead of producing seed,
as is the case with American onions. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 75c,
lb $2.50.
BULBS OR SETS
Top Sets, or Buttons — These produce on the top of the stalk
instead of seed, a number of small bulbs or onions, about the
size of acorns, which, if planted, will produce a large onion,
maturing earlier than from seed. The large onion produces the
top onion, and the little top onion produces the large onion.
Pkt 30c lb postpaid; by express 20c, or 5 lbs 80c.
Yellow Button Sets — 30c lb postpaid; by express 20c, or
5 lbs 80c.
PARSNIP
Culture. — They do best on deep, rich, sandy soil, but will make good roots on any soil which is deep, mellow and moderately rich, but
fresh manure is apt to make the roots coarse and ill shaped. As the seed is sometimes slow to germinate, it should be sown as early as
possible in drills two feet to two and one-half feet apart; cover one-half inch deep, and press the soil firmly over the seed; give frequent
cultivation, and thin the plants four to the foot.
Long White Dutch, or Sugar — Roots very long, white, smooth, tender, sugary and of most excellent flavor. Very hardy, and
will keep through winter without protection. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Hollow Crown or Guernsey — Roots comparatively short, ending somewhat abruptly with a small tap root; grows mostly
below the surface; has a very smooth, clean skin, and is easily distinguished by the leaves arising from a depression on the
top or crown of root. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
PEAS
Culture.— For early peas the soil should be light, warm and sheltered, but for general crop a moderately heavy soil is better. Fresh
manure, 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; such soil
is often the cause of the early sorts maturing unevenly. Sow as early as possible a few of the earliest varieties on warm, quick soil, pre-
pared the fall before. The general crop can be delayed until later, but we have met with better success from sowing all the varieties com-
paratively early, depending for succession upon selecting sorts that follow each other in ripening. The peas will mature earlier if covered
only one inch deep, and where earliness is the most important thing, they may be treated in that way, but larger pods and more of them
will be produced if the seed is planted in trenches three to six inches deep, covered with one or two inches of soil until the plants are above
the surface, then filling the trenches; this will secure deep rooting, prevent mildew and prolong the bearing season. If the peas are covered
to the full depth at first, or if water is allowed to stand in the trenches, they will not make a good stand of healthy plants.
KC^CCC4 EXTRA EARLY SORTS
Earliest of All, or Alaska — Smooth, blue pea, which in evenness of growth of vine and early maturity of pods is unequaled
by any other extra early pea. Vines two to two and one-half feet high, unbranched, bearing four to seven long pods, which
are filled with medium-sized, dark-green peas of excellent flavor. Pkt 10c, lb 15c.
First and Best — By most careful comparison we are convinced that this is the earliest and most even stock of white extra
early peas in existence, maturing so well together that a single picking, or at most, two, will secure the entire crop. Vines
vigorous and hardy, two to two and one-half feet high, unbranched, bearing three to seven straight pods, having five to seven
medium-size, smooth peas of good quality. Dry pea medium size, smooth, yellowish-white. Pkt 10c, lb 15c.
American Wonder — A variety whose stout, branching vines only grow about nine inches high, and are covered with long, well-
filled pods, containing seven or eight large, exceedingly sweet, tender and well-flavored peas, nearly as early as First and Best.
Dry pea medium size, much wrinkled and flattened, pale green. We have taken great pains in growing our stock, and know it
to be pure and true. Pkt 10c, lb 15c.
Nott’s Excelsior — This variety is nearly as early as the American Wonder, and the vine is decidedly larger, growing to a
height of from 12 to 15 inches, and bearing an immense crop of pods, which are larger and invariably well filled with peas of
the best quality. The dry peas are green, large, wrinkled, often flattened. Market
gardeners use more of this sort than of any other wrinkled pea. Pkt 10c, lb 20c.
McLean’s Little Gem — A very desirable, early dwarf, green, wrinkled variety, grow-
ing about fifteen inches high. When in a green state it is very large, sweet and of de-
licious flavor. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
SECOND EARLY SORTS
McLean’s Advancer — A green wrinkled variety, about two and a
half feet high, with broad, long pods, which are abundantly pro-
duced and well filled to the end. Considered by some the best of
its season, which is directly after Premium Gem, and is of most
excellent flavor. This pea is used very extensively by the market
gardeners in the vicinity of New York, on account of its great pro-
ductiveness, the fine appearance of its pods, and its
fine flavor. It is very largely used among canners,
as the skin will stand cooking without breaking.
After careful comparison with other stocks we are
convinced that ours is the best. Pkt 10c, lb 14c.
Bliss’ Everbearing — A variety maturing soon after
the Gems, and continuing a long time in bearing.
Vine stout, about eighteen inches high, bearing at
the top six to ten broad pods. If these are removed
as they mature, and the season and soil are favor-
able, the plant will throw out from the axil of each
leaf, branches bearing pods which will mature in suc-
cession, thus prolonging the season. The large
wrinkled peas cook very quickly, are tender, of su-
perior flavor, and preferred by many to any other
sort. Pkt 10c, lb 20c.
Telephone — This pea has proved to be a valuable
acquisition. Vines large, with large, coarse leaves.
Pods very large, filled with immense peas, which are
tender, sweet, and of excellent flavor. Notwithstand-
ing the large amount of inferior and spurious stock
which has been sold, no pea of recent introduction
has gained more rapidly in popularity than this, thus
showing that it has sterling merit, which gardeners
appreciate. The stock we offer is prolific and has
been carefully selected. Pkt 10c, lb 15c.
LATER SORTS
Yorkshire Hero — Vines stout, about two feet high, bearing at the top a number of broad pods filled with large peas, which
keep a long time in season, and never become as hard as most sorts. They are of fine quality and will be preferred to any
other by those who like a rich, marrow-like pea. Pkt 10c, lb 12 %c.
Improved Stratagem — A sort in which the good qualities which gave the old Stratagem its popularity, are so developed as to
make this a distinct variety. We do not hesitate to pronounce this by far the best of the large podded peas; the pods are of
immense size, uniformly filled with very large, dark green peas of the finest quality; vine medium height, but stocky, with
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broad, light green leaves, and bearing an abund-
ance of large, handsome pods; one of the very
best varieties for market gardeners. Pkt 10c,
Jb 20c.
Champion of England — Universally admitted to
be one of the richest and best flavored peas, and
very productive. Height four or five feet; seed
whitish-green and much shriveled. Very inferior
and mixed stocks of this sort are often offered,
but when the seed is as well grown and selected
as that we offer, we consider this variety equal in
quality to any in cultivation, and the best of its
season, either for the amateur or market gar-
dener. Pkt 10c, lb 12%c.
Abundance — A second early variety, attaining
a height of three feet. Pods 3 to 3% Inches long,
roundish and well filled, containing six to eight
large wrinkled peas of excellent quality. This
variety is remarkable for branching directly from
the roots. Pkt 10c, lb 15c.
Large White Marrowfat — Cultivated very
extensively for the summer crop. About five
feet high, of strong growth. Pods large, cylin-
drical, rough, light colored and well filled;
seeds large, smooth, round and yellow or white,
according to the soil in which they are grown.
It is excellent for summer use, but inferior In
quality to the new sorts, although undoubtedly
one of the most productive of the garden vari-
eties. Pkt 5c, lb 12%c.
Large Black Eye Marrowfat — An excellent
variety, growing about five feet high; pods
large; a prolific bearer, and can be recom-
mended as one of the very best Marrowfat
sorts. Pkt 10c, lb 12%c.
FIELD PEAS
Canadian, Blue Russian, Wrinkled, Swiss — Mar-
ket price.
EDIBLE POD OR SUGAR
Melting Sugar — Grows to the height of five feet, bears a profusion of large,
broad pods, which are so brittle that they snap without any string. It should
be used in much the same way as a Wax bean. The pods when cooked are
very sweet and tender. Pkt 15c, lb 25c.
Very Dwarf Sugar — Unusually dwarf, very similar in habit to the American
Wonder. The pods are beautifully crimped, are of unusual size for such a
small-growing sort, and are of exquisite, melting quality. Pkt 15c, lb 25c.
PEPPER
Culture— The same as for egg plant; the plums need
quite as much heat to perfect them, but mature sooner and
may be sown later, or even planted out of doors after warm
weather has fairly set In Guano. hen dung, or any other
bird manure, hoed into surface soil when the plants arc
about six inches high, will wonderfully increase the prod-
uct and also improve the quality of the fruit.
Red Cherry — Plant tall, bearing a profusion
of bright red, round fruit, which is very
pungent when ripe. The plant is very hand-
some and an ornament to the garden. Pkt 5c,
oz 25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Red Chili — Used in the manufacture of
pepper sauce. Pods sharply conical and ex-
ceedingly pungent when ripe. Requires a
long, warm season. The plants should be
started quite early in hot bed. Pkt 5c, oz
25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Ruby King — An Improved American sort
reaching the largest size, yet retaining the
symmetrical shape of the smaller sorts. It
is very bright colored; beautiful, sweet and
mild flavored and one of the best for stuffed pickles. Pkt 5c, oz 25c,
% lb 75c, lb $2.25. . >1
Large Squash — Fruit large, flat, tomato shaped, more or less ribbed; skin
smooth and glossy; flesh mild, thick meated and pleasant to the taste, al-
though possessing more pungency than the other large sorts; very product-
ive and the best variety for pickling. One of the earliest and most certain to
mature. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, V4 lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Long Red Cayenne — A long, slim, pointed pod, and
when ripe of a bright red color. Extremely strong and
pungent. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, V4 lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Golden Dawn — Plants quite dwarf, but very prolific.
Fruit medium size and of inverted bell shape, rich, golden
yellow color, with very thick, sweet, mild flavored flesh.
Pkt 5c, oz 25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Large Bell or Bull Nose — A very large sort of inverted
bell shape, suitable for filling or for a mixed pickle.
Flesh thick, hard and less pungent than most other sorts.
ti» Pkt 5c, oz 25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.25.
Sweet Mountain — Plants very vigorous and productive,
growing upright, with moderately large leaves. Fruit very
large, long, often eight inches or more in length, by two or
three in diameter; very smooth and handsome, being when
green of a bright, deep green color, entirely free from
any purple tinge, and when mature, of a rich red. Flesh
very thick, sweet and mild flavored. Well suited to use as
a stufTed pickle. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, Vt lb 75c, lb $2.25.
PUMPKIN
The pumpkin more properly belongs to the farm than the garden, especially
as it readily mixes with and injures the quality of the squash.
Culture.— Pumpkins are not so particular In regard to soil as melons or cucumbera,
but In other respects are cultivated the same, though on a larger scale. They are
generally raised between hills of corn, but may be planted with success In fields by
themselves. I ' jin
Mammoth Potiron Pumpkin — The king of all Pumpkins. Has been grown
to weigh over 225 pounds, and in France, where it is from, it is said to reach
the enormous weight of 300 pounds. It has a salmon-colored skin, flesh bright
yellow, fine grain, and of excellent quality, a splendid keeper. It is truly a
colossal variety, and if you wish to astonish your neighbors and win first pre-
mium at county or state fair, do not fail to include a packet of Mammoth Pot-
iron Pumpkin in your order. Pkt 10c, oz 15c, % lb 50c. lb $1.50.
Pie — Although introduced as Pie Squash we consider this a true Pumpkin,
and a real acquisition. Fruit small, nearly round. Smooth yellow skin, cov-
ered with gray netting. Fruit very thick, sweet and fine flavored. Makes
very delicious pies. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, lb 15c, lb 60c.
Large Yellow — Grows to a large size and is adapted for cooking purposes
and feeding stock. It is irregular in shape and size, some being depressed
and flattened at the ends, others round or elongated; of deep, rich, yellow
color, of fine grain and excellent flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 16c, lb 50c.
Sweet Cheese, or Kentucky Field — By far the best variety for planting in
the South. Large, oblong, mottled, light green and yellow, with very thick,
sweet, tender yellow flesh. Pkt 6c, oz 10c. 14 lb 15c, lb 50c.
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Culture.— For the home garden sow on rich, sandy soil as early In
the spring as it is fit to work. For forcing sow in hot-beds, having
very rich, sandy soil, made perfectly level, scattering evenly over the
whole surface from sixty to one hundred and fifty seeds to the square
foot. Cover with one-half inch of soil sifted on, and attend carefully
to the watering and airing. If the bed is a good one the whole crop
can be marketed in twenty-one to thirty days after planting. In open
ground culture sow in drills twelve inches apart and thin to such a
distance in the row as to prevent crowding. A good dressing of nitrate
of soda will greatly stimulate growth and insure tender, brittle roots.
_Successional sowings 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.
EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES— TURNIP SHAPED.
Early Scarlet Turnip — This has as small a top and is as
early as any variety in cultivation, making it one of the best for
forcing. Roots fit for use may he had in three weeks or less
from time of sowing. Roots small, globular, deep rich red
color; flesh white, crisp and tender when young. May be
planted very closely, owing to its small tops. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
y4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
Early Scarlet Turnip, White Tipped — One of the handsom-
est of the turnip radishes and a great favorite in many large
markets, for early planting outdoors. While it is not a dis-
tinctively forcing radish, it is but little later than the best of
that class, and will give entire satisfaction, where extreme ear-
liness is not the primary object. Roots slightly flattened on
the under side, color very deep scarlet with a white tip, flesh
white and of the best quality. We recommend this as one of
the best for early planting, either for home or market use.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 65c.
Rosy Gem— The favorite variety, for outdoor cultivation.
Medium size, uniform shape, color bright scarlet, sharply con-
trasting with white tip, which makes it most attractive. It
grows quickly, maturing in twenty-five days. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 20c, lb 55c.
Early White, Turnip Rooted — A little flatter than the Scar-
let Turnip Rooted and pure white in color. It has a very small
top; white, semi-transparant flesh, and is slightly later than
the Scarlet Turnip in maturing, but will stand more heat and
remain longer in condition for use. An inferior strain is often
sold under the name of White Boy. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, y4 lb 20c,
lb 65c.
OLIVE SHAPED.
Early Scarlet, Olive Shaped— In the form of an olive, ter-
minating in a very slim tap root. Skin scarlet; neck small;
flesh rose colored, tender and excellent. Early and well adapt-
ed for forcing or general crop. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 65c.
Early White, Olive Shaped — Differs from the Scarlet Olive
Shaped in color and in being a little longer. The roots, when
well grown, are clear white. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
French Breakfast — A medium sized radish, olive shaped,
small top, of quick growth, very crisp and tender, of a beautiful
scarlet color, except near the tip, which is pure white. A splen-
did variety for the table, on account of its excellent quality and
its beautiful color. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, *4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
LONG VARIETIES.
Long Brightest Scarlet, White Tipped— The brightest and
handsomest scarlet color we have seen in any radish. We think
this variety is a decided improvement in earliness and color
over other varieties of this class. It makes roots fit for use in
about twenty-five days, when planted outdoors. It has a small
top and no tendency to* neckiness. It may also be used for
forcing; grows to the same size as Wood’s Early Frame. Mar-
ket gardeners should use this for early planting, as its color
alone will make it sell. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
Early Long Scarlet, Short Top,
Improved — This is a standard vari-
ety for private garden or market
use, particularly for outdoor cul-
ture. It grows six or seven inches
long, half out of the ground, is uni-
formly straight and smooth ; is
very brittle and crisp, and of quick
growth; color bright scarlet; top
small. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, y4 lb 20c,
lb 65c.
Improved Chartier — Although
this American variety is too strong
growing to be used for forcing, it
is one of the very best for sowing
outdoors. The roots come to usa-
ble size very early, remaining hard
and crisp until they reach a diame-
ter of one and one-half or two inches, and so furnish good roots
two or three times as long as any of the above. Roots scarlet-
rose above, shading into white at the tip. They are long,
cylindrical for the upper two-thirds, and then gradually taper
to the tip. Flesh white, crisp and mild flavored. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
Long White Vienna, or Lady Finger — Earlier than the last,
with straight, smooth, white roots; flesh white, very tender,
crisp and juicy. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 65c.
Long Black Summer — In this distinct sort we have a true
summer radish, which may be planted from March to July and
treated in every way as any other, and if planted late is as good
in every respect for winter use as the Long Black Spanish Win-
ter. Top very much smaller than that variety; roots a little
shorter, more symmetrical, and smoother skin; tapers more
abruptly at the tip; color of skin much deeper black; flesh as
white and firm; flavor about as pungent. The handsomest black
radish, and is worthy of a thorough trial. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
20c, lb 65c.
White Strasburg — This grows to the largest size and is usa-
ble when quite small, thus covering a long season. The mature
roots are four to five inches long and about two inches thick;
very white; the flesh is exceedingly crisp and tender. One of
the best of the large summer sorts. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c,
lb 65c.
Early White Giant Stuttgart — Root large, often four inches
in diameter, top shaped. Skin white; flesh white and crisp, and
not becoming strong oY pithy until very late, so that those not
used as a summer radish can be stored for winter use. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, y4 lb 20c, lb 65c.
WINTER VARIETIES.
Culture. — Sow about the same time as winter turnips, on light, rich
soil, in drills eighteen inches apart; give frequent cultivation, and
thin two to six inches apart, according to size of the variety. For
winter use pull before severe frost, and store in damp sand in cellar.
Scarlet China, Winter — Roots cylindrical, or largest at the
bottom, tapering abruptly to a small top. Skin very smooth
and of a bright rose color; flesh firm, like the Black Spanish,
but more pungent. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 25c, lb 80c.
California Mammoth White China, Winter — First introduced
into this country by the Chinese in California. It is pure white,
about one foot long and two or three inches through, tapering
regularly to the tip. The flesh is ten,der and crisp, keeping
well through the winter. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 25c, lb 80c.
Long Black Spanish, Winter — One of the latest as well as
the hardiest of the radishes; an excellent sort for winter use.
Roots oblong, black, of very large size and firm texture. Pkt
5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 65c.
Round Black Spanish, Winter — Roots round, sometimes top-
shaped, three or four inches in diameter; skin black; flesh
white, very compact and highly flavored. An excellent sort
for winter, as the roots keep a long time. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
20c, lb 65c.
RHUBARB, OR PIETPLANT
Victoria— Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Giant— Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Linnaeus — Pkt 5c, oz 16c, y4 lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Rhubarb Roots — 15c each, $1 per doz by express; by mail,
prepaid, 25c each, $2 per doz.
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SPINAGE
Gorman, Spln&t.
French, Eplnard.
Culture. — Should be
planted In very rich
ground, the richer the
better. Sow In drills
one foot apart and
commence thinning
out the plants when
the leaves are an inch
wide. All should be
cut before hot weath-
er. or It will be tough
and stringy. For early
spring use the seed
should be sown early
In autumn. In the
north the plants will
require a slight pro-
tection of leaves or
straw, but In the
southern states no
protection Is neces-
sary. and they will
continue their growth
most of the winter.
The Spinach is
very hardy, ex-
tremely wholesome
and palatable, and
makes a delicious
dish of greens, re-
taining its bright
green color after
cooking.
Round Summer — This variety is generally preferred for early
spring sowing, and is the most popular with our market gar-
deners; the leaves are large, thick and fleshy, not quite so
hardy as the Prickly Winter, but stands the winter very well.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V, lb 15c, lb 35c.
Savoy Leaved — The earliest variety and one of the best to
plant in autumn for early spring use. Plant of upright growth,
with narrow, pointed leaves, which are savoyed like those of
cabbage. It grows quickly to a suitable size for use, but soon
runs to seed. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 15c, lb 35c.
Improved Thick Leaved — An Improvement on the preceding,
with larger and thicker leaves, and of more substance. Par-
ticularly recommended for market garden use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
Vi lb 15c, lb 35c.
Long Standing — An improved round seeded strain of excel-
lent merit, having all the good qualities of the ordinary sorts.
It is especially desirable because it goes to seed much later than
any other variety. This will be highly appreciated by market
gardeners. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 15c, lb 35c.
Long Standing Prickly — The plants mature a little later than
the round leaved sorts, but furnish a large quantity of very thick
and well flavored leaves. This is one of the best sorts for market
gardeners. Has prickly seed. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 15c, lb 35c.
Prickly Winter — The hardiest variety, and will withstand the
severest weather, with only a slight protection of leaves or
straw. The seed is prickly, leaves triangular, oblong or arrow
shaped. It is employed for fall sowing, which in this latitude is
made about the first of September. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 15c,
lb 35c.
SQUASH
Culture.— The plants
are very tender and
sensitive to cold, and
planting must be de-
layed until settled
warm weather. The
general principles of
culture are the same
as those given for cu-
cumbers and melons,
but the plants are less
particular as to soil.
The summer varieties
should be planted four
to six feet apart each
way. and the winter
sorts eight to ten.
Three plants are suffi-
cient for a hill. Care
should be taken not to
break the stems from
the squashes Intended
for winter use, as the
slightest Injury will
Increase the liability
to decay.
Early Yellow Bush Scallop— An early, flat scallop shaped
variety, color yellow, flesh pale yellow and well flavored; very
productive; used when young and tender. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb
30c, lb 60c.
Early White Bush Scallop — Similar in form to the preceding,
but with a clear white skin, and more tender and delicate flesh.
By many considered the best of summer varieties. Pkt 5c, oz
10c. Vi lb 30c, lb 60c.
Mammoth Summer Crookneck — It is the beBt summer squash,
and for these reasons: It is twice as large as the ordinary Sum-
mer Crookneck, far more warty, and several days earlier. This
combination of earliness, large size and wartiness, which adds
so much to its attractiveness, makes it altogether the most
desirable squash for the market or private garden. Pkt 5c. oz
10c, V4 lb 20c, lb 60c.
White Summer Crookneck — Introduced in 1895. This novelty
is the result of several years’ careful selection and will be cer-
tain to give general satisfaction. The ivory white fruit of this
new, distinct and beautiful variety always attracts attention, as
it is much handsomer than the Yellow Summer Crookneck. It
comes perfectly true, and has pleased all who have tried it. Our
stock can be relied upon to produce fruits uniform in shape, form
and color and unequaled in beauty and quality. Pkt 10c, oz 20c,
VI lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Mammoth White Bush Scallop — Many seedsmen have listed
Mammoth White Bush Scallop Squash, but until this stock in
1895, there was no uniformly large, clear white scalloped squash
in trade. We have carefully compared our stock with that ob-
tained elsewhere and find it much superior, the fruit being
larger, clear white and of handsome form. The best of the scal-
loped squashes. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, V4 lb 25c, lb $1.00.
WINTER VARIETIES
Boston Marrow — A fall and winter variety, very popular in
the Boston market. Of oval form; skin thin, when ripe, bright
orange mottled with light cream color; flesh rich salmon yellow,
fine grained, and for sweetness and excellence unsurpassed, but
not as dry as the Hubbard. We have an unusually good stock
of this sort. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 60c.
Early Prolific Marrow — A variety developed by selection from
the Boston Marrow, but much earlier and the earliest of the
winter varieties. Fruit small, of deep orange color netted with
cream; shape similar to Boston Marrow, flesh thick, deep yellow,
of fine quality. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, Vi lb 20c, lb 60c.
Hubbard — This is a superior variety, and the best winter
squash known; flesh bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry,
sweet and rich flavored; keeps perfectly good throughout the
winter; boils or bakes exceedingly dry, and is esteemed. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, V4 lb 20c, lb 60c.
Warted Hubbard — A Hubbard squash, large, blackish green,
hard as wood, with warty knobs all over it, satisfies even the
inexperienced observer that it is rich in quality, a keeper and
thick fleshed. Such will sell at sight, while ordinary small, irreg-
ular, poorly colored specimens stay on the stand until they rot.
This strain has become very popular. Oz 10c, Vi lb 25c, lb 80c.
Mammoth Chili — An exceedingly large variety; 200-pound
specimens adorn our exhibitions and amaze the visitors. It
affords palatable food for both man and beast. Oz 15c, y4 lb
35c, lb $1.00.
SUGAR CANE
See Grain and Field Seed page.
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OUR
1901
HUBBARD
The -
Purest Strain
..of..
Hubbard
Squash
Ever Offered
We have taken the utmost care in selecting this Seed and guarantee it to be the
purest stock of Hubbard Squash that can be had anywhere.
Its keeping qualities are unsurpassed, also its flavor, and its flesh is bright and of
exceedingly fine grain.
It yields not small, ill-shaped Squashes, but every one is large and uniform in
shape. Its shell is very thin and brittle.
A large package of this superior strain for 10c; I oz., 20c; 1-4 lb., 40c; I lb., 75c.
Salsify, or Vegetable Oyster
Culture.— It Succeeds best In
light, well enriched soil which
should be stirred to a good
depth. If it is necessary to use
manure, it should be very fine
and well rotted, for if it is fresh
and coarse the roots will grow
irregular and ill-shaped. Sow
early and quite deep, giving the
general culture recommended
for parsnip. The roots are per-
fectly hardy and may remain
out all winter, but should be
dug early in spring, as they de-
teriorate rapidly after growth
commences. Store a quantity
for winter use in a pit, or in a
cellar in damp earth or sand.
Large White — The old sort.
Roots medium size, smooth;
flesh white. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 30c, lb $1.00.
Mammoth Sandwich Island
— This is in every way su-
perior to the old sort, being
larger, stronger growing and
less liable to branch. Inval-
uable to market gardeners.
Pkt 5c, oz 15c, % lb 40c, lb
$1.25.
PARSLEY
Culture— It requires
rich mellow soil. The
seed is even slower
than parsnip in germi-
nating, and should be
sown as early as pos-
sible in the spring, in
drills one foot apart,
and when the plants
are well up, thin to one
foot in the row. When
the leaves become old
and dull they may be
cut off and the piant
will start a new
growth, which will be
brighter and better
curled. The fern
leaved and moss
curled varieties make
beautiful border
plants.
Plain — Leaves plain or flat and very dark colored. It is often
preferred on this account because of its hardiness. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, i lb 20c, lb 60c.
Champion Moss Curled— A compact growing, finely cut and
much curled variety, of a bright green color. Owing to its fine
color and density of foliage it is much sought after. Pkt 5c, oz
10c, i lb 20c, lb 60c.
Fine Triple Curled, or Myatt’s Garnishing — A fine free
growing but not large variety. The plants bear a great number of
leaves, which are so abundant and so finely curled that they re-
semble a bunch of moss. The leaves are bright, pale green, and
exceedingly handsome. Greatly prized for garnishing and table
decoration. One of the best for market or private gardens. Pkt
5c, oz 10c, i lb 20c, lb 60c.
Turnip Rooted, or Hamburg — The root, which resembles a
small parsnip, is the edible portion of this variety, which is ex-
tensively grown and used for flavoring soups, etc. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
i lb 20c, lb 60c.
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TOMATO
Culture— Tomatoes do best on light, warm, not over- rich soil, and success depunds
ugon securing a rapid, vigorous, unchecked growth during the early part of the season.
Sow In hot-beds f rom six to eight weeks before they cau be set out of doors, which Is
when danger from frost is past ; when the plants have four leaves transplant Into shal-
low boxes or cold frames, setting them fouror 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. Set out of doors as soon as
danger from frost Is over, but before doing so harden off the plants by gradually ex-
posing them to the night air and by the withdrawal of wuter until the wood becomes
hard and the leaves thick and of a dark green color. Transplant carefully and culti-
vate well as long as the vines will permit.
There are many other varieties offered by various seedsmen and we know that
some of them are of great excellence, but we have not found any that were su-
perior to some on our list. We think a careful reading of the descriptions will
enablo one to select a sort from our Hat which will suit and be as good or better
than can be procured elsewhere. But we do wish to call particular attention to
the first two varieties mentioned, as we believe them to be nearer perfect than
any other varieties ever offered.
Crimson Cushion — Is more
symmetrical in shape and is
thicker through from stem to
"blossom end” than any other
variety; in fact, so marked is
this characteristic that it is fre-
quently almost round. The color
is brilliant scarlet crimson, un-
tinged with purple, and ripens
up almost completely to the
stem. The Crimson Cushion,
like the Ponderosa, is almost
seedless, requiring from 10 to 12
bushels of ripe fruit to produce
one pound of seed, whereas a
pound of seed is realized from
three bushels of ordinary toma-
toes. These figures tell better
than any description the “seed-
less” character of this grand
variety. The flesh is firm and
"meaty,” and of superb quality.
It is enormously prolific and
early for so large a tomato. Pkt
10c, oz 25c, % lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Honor Bright — A distinct va-
riety whose color changes dur-
ing the ripening period are very
beautiful. In its green state it
is an almost white waxen green,
changing to a bright lemon and
from that to a light orange, and
at maturity it is a bright red. A
splendid cropper, quite early
and hardy, and its solidity
makes it a good shipper as well
as a table variety. It is des-
tined to become one of the most
popular varieties for general
purposes. Pkt 15c, oz 25c, Vi
lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Atlantic Prize — The Atlantic Prize ripens up a large propor-
tion of its crop the earliest of any. We do not hesitate to pro-
nounce it the largest, smoothest, best flavored and brightest col-
ored extra early tomato. Vine medium size, with few leaves,
very hardy, bearing the fruit low down on the stem and in enor-
mous clusters, which ripen all together. Those whose trade
demands that they have a large, smooth, good flavored, very
early fruit, will find this variety to be just what they want.
Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Early Michigan — There is no better variety than this for gen-
eral market or family use. For smoothness and regularity of
shape, uniformity of size, color and freedom from rot or crack-
ing, this variety is unsurpassed. It is not only an extremely
smooth and perfectly shaped tomato, but it is also very early,
ripening its first fruit almost as early as any sort. Vines large,
with dark green leaves; vigorous, large and wonderfully pro-
ductive, being, under high culture, one of the heaviest croppers;
fruit medium size to large, and, unlike most varieties, grows
larger as the season advances, perfectly smooth, solid, but with-
out any core; deep, rich red color and of excellent flavor. This
kind Is admirably adapted to canners’ use. Pkt 6c, oz 20c,
Vi lb 60c, !b $2.00.
Optimus — One of the best table tomatoes, at least as far as
quality is concerned. Vine medium size but vigorous, healthy
and productive. Fruit medium size, oval, very smooth and of
exceedingly bright, crimson-scarlet color. The flesh is of a
crimson-scarlet color, quite distinct. It is also one of the best
in flavor and entirely free from the hard spots found in so many
others. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Favorite — Vine medium, with large, dark green leaves, having
numerous clusters of three to seven large tomatoes, which are a
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rich, dark red color, of oval outline, exceedingly smooth; flesh
very firm, but without green spots. This is a favorite variety
on account of its smooth, handsome fruit. Pkt 5c, oz 20c,
Vi lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Royal Red — Vines stronger and more vigorous than the
Favorite. The fruit is larger, brighter, deeper red and fully as
good in quality. This is certainly a fine tomato for those who
prize large size and bright color. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 60c, lb $2.
Trophy — Well known as one of the best. Vines of medium
size, but producing compact clusters of fruit in immense quan-
tities; fruit large, smooth, of bright red color, solid and of good
flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, Vi lb 75c, lb $2.50.
Perfection — A variety similar to the last, but an improvement
upon it, being a little earlier, and invariably smooth and hand-
some. It is one of the handsomest tomatoes grown, and all who
have tried it pronounce It of the highest quality. Has been used
very satisfactorily for forcing under glass. Pkt 5c, oz 20c,
y4 tb 60c, lb $2.00.
PURPLE FRUITED SORTS
Acme — One of the smoothest and evenest in size and earliest
of the purple fruited sorts. Vines large, hardy and productive,
ripening its first fruit almost as early as any. Fruit in clusters
of four or five, round, smooth and of good size; stands shipment
remarkably well; flesh solid and of excellent flavor. This variety
is used for planting under glass. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 60c, lb $2.
Essex Early Hybrid — Very similar to the Acme, fruit slightly
darker purple, always smooth and handsome; quality among
the best. Will certainly give satisfaction wherever the Acme
does. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, Vi lb 60c, lb $2.00.
Dwarf Champion — This is a purple fruited variety which
forms very stout, strong plants, about two feet high. This sort
is often sold as Tree Tomato. Fruit smooth, medium size; color
purplish-pink, fairly solid, but has no hard core, and is of good
flavor. The dwarf habit of the vines makes it very desirable for
forcing, as it can be planted closer to the glass, and more closely
on the bench, than the tall growing kinds. Pkt 6c, oz 25c,
y4 !t> 76c, lb $2.50.
Mikado, or Turner’s Hybrid — The largest purple-fruited to-
mota, weighing as high as 28 ounces, while the average weight
is probably not less than 12 ounces. Vines large, coarse grow-
ing, with leaves entire, like those of the potato plant; very pro-
ductive, and is early for so large a tomato; fruit extremely large,
round, solid, with few seeds. Pkt 5c, oz 25c, Vi lb 75c, lb $2.50.
MISCELLANEOUS SORTS
Golden Queen— Pkt 5c, o>.25c. lb$2. Peach— Pkt5c, oz25c, lb 12. Red PearShaped
—Pkt5c.oz25c.lb|2. Yellow Plum— Pkt 6c, oz 25c, lb $2. Yellow Cherry— Pkt 5o, oz
25o, lb 13. Hulk or Ground— Pkt 10c, oz25c, lb $2. Cher,y-Pkt 10c, oz 25c, lb $2.
TURNIPS AND RUTA BAG AS
TURNIPS AND RUTA BAGAS
For feeding stock in fall and winter there is nothing superior to turnips and ruta bagas, and they will yield a
larger amount of food than anything else on the same space of ground. We cannot too earnestly recommend farmers to
increase their sowings largely, for we are sure no crop will prove more remunerative.
Extra Early Purple Top Milan — Tops very small, distinctly
strap leaved, and growing very erect and compact. The roots
are small and flat turnip shaped; skin purple on top of the root,
clear white below; flesh white. The most desirable sort for
forcing, or very early planting outdoors. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb
25c, lb $1.00.
White Egg — A quick growing, egg shaped, perfectly smooth,
pure white variety, growing half out of the ground, with small
top and rough leaves. The flesh is very sweet, firm and mild,
never having the rank, strong taste of some white varieties.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Early White Flat Dutch, Strap Leaved — A most excellent
early garden variety, much used in the Southern states. Roots
medium size, flat; color white, very early, sweet and tender.
It is desirable for table use, and is spongy and inferior when
overgrown. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Early Purple Top Strap Leaved — This is an early variety
and a great variety for table use; form exceedingly flat, like a
broad disk in shape, and of medium size; color purple or dark
red above ground, white below; flesh white, fine grained and
tender; leaves few, entire, upright in growth. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
V4 lb 20c, lb 50c.
Purple Top White Globe — A variety of the purple top flat
turnip, from which it originated. It is globular in form, and
nearly as large as the Pomeranean White Globe; of beautiful
appearance, of most excellent quality, and equally desirable for
table or stock. It keeps well and is a fine market sort. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Cow Horn, or Long White — This variety is carrot-like in
form, growing nearly half out of the ground, and generally
slightly crooked. It is pure white, except a little shade of green
at the top. It is delicate and well flavored, of very rapid growth,
and has obtained considerable favor as a market sort for fall
and early winter use. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Large White Norfolk — A standard sort for field culture, which
often attains a very large size; extensively grown all over the
world for stock feeding. Shape spherical, or slightly flattened;
color white. The seed should be sown a little earlier than table
sorts. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Pomeranean White Globe — Is one of the most productive
kinds; in good rich soil roots will frequently grow to twelve
pounds in weight. It is of perfect globe shape; skin white and
smooth; leaves dark green and of strong growth. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 20c, lb 50c.
Sweet German — This variety is very popular in many sec-
tions. It partakes largely of the nature of the ruta baga, and
should be sown a month earlier than the flat turnips. The flesh
is white, hard, firm and sweet; keeps nearly as well as the
ruta baga. Highly recommended for winter and spring use.
Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
YELLOW FLESHED SORTS
Large Amber Globe — One of the best varieties either for
table use or for a field crop for stock. Flesh yellow, fine grained
and sweet; color of skin yellow, with green top. Hardy, keeps
well, a good cropper, and grows to a very large size. Pkt 5c,
oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Orange Jelly, or Robertson’s Golden Ball — Undqubtedly
among the most delicate and sweetest yellow fleshed turnips yet
produced. Not of large size, but firm, hard and of most excel-
lent flavor. Keeps well and is superior as a table variety. Pkt
5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Purple Top Yellow Aberdeen — Roots medium size, round;
flesh pale yellow, tender and sugary; hardy and productive, and
keeps well. It is an old esteemed variety, considered as ap-
proaching very nearly to the ruta baga in hardness and firmness
of texture. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
SWEDES, OR RUTA BAGAS
Improved Purple Top Yellow Ruta Baga — A hardy and pro-
ductive variety. Flesh yellow, of solid texture, sweet and well
flavored; shape slightly oblong, terminating abruptly; color deep
purple above and bright yellow under the ground; leaves small,
light green. Has but little neck. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Monarch, or Tankard Ruta Baga — This is a yellow fleshed
sort, having very large, tankard shaped roots, with relatively
small necks and tops. Color purplish-crimson above ground,
yellow below; flesh very solid, fine grained and of the best
flavor. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Yellow Swede, or Ruta Baga — Shape oblong; dull reddish
color above ground, but yellow underneath; is hardier than the
common turnip and will keep solid till spring. Pkt 5c, oz 10c,
% lb 20c, lb 50c.
Sweet Russian, or White Ruta Baga — Very large size, good
for table and for stock; flesh white, solid and sweet; heavy
cropper and good keeper. Oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
Prize Winner — A uniform shaped, large sized, purple top
kind; a heavy cropper, good keeper, and well it deserves that
name. Oz 10c, % lb 20c, lb 50c.
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Our list of Flower Seeds on the
next page includes nearly every
variety of merit sold by Eastern
houses.
Notice our SPECIAL OFFER on
Pansy and Sweet Pea Seeds.
OUR PANSY COLLECTION
SPECIAL OFFER No. I
14 pkts. postpaid for 50c.
6 pkts. postpaid (your choice) for 25c.
These packets are all full measure and the seed of the highest
quality.
The varieties are the most choice selected from a long list of
named varieties.
Fire King — The best Red Pansy known.
Ivory Queen — Pure White.
Emperor William — Exceedingly large Blue Flower with
Violet Eye.
Golden Beauty — The finest Yellow.
Mahogany — Very Rich Mahogany Color.
King of the Blacks— Coal Black, very large.
Lord Beaconsfleld— Purple Violet.
Harlequin -Beautifully Blotched and Striped.
Light Blue — Beautiful Sky Blue.
Gold Margin — Large Red Flower with Yellow Border
Prince Bismarck — Golden Bronze.
Odien — Beautifully Blotched Brown and Gold.
Snowflake — Pure White.
Imperial German Mixed— Containing all the finest known
varieties.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS IN BULK
Ageratum, Mixed
Adonla
Acroclinium, Everlastings
Ammobium, Alatum, Everlastings
Ameranthus, Tricolor
Alyssum, Sweet
Alyssum, Little Gem
Astor, Trufant’s Pink
Astor, White and Light Blue
Astor, Victoria Mixed
Astor, Giant Comet, Mixed
Astor, Upright White Branching
Astor, Single, Mixed
Astor, Dwarf Chrysanthemum Flowered, Mixed
Astor, Branching
Astor, Branching, Pink
Astor, Branching, Lavander
Balsam, Double, Pink
Balsam, Double, White
Balsam, Double, Scarlet
Balsam, Double, Light Lemon
Balsam, Cemelia Flowered, Mixed
Balloon Vine
Batchelor’s Button
Briza Maxima, Everlastings
Bromus Braigafercum, Everlastings
Catchfly
Canterbury Bell, Sweet Mixed
Clarkia
Chrysanthemum, Double Mixed
Chrysanthemum, Double, White
Chrysanthemum, Double, Yellow
Calendula, Pot Marigold, Prince of Orange
Clematis
Coxcomb, Golden
Coxcomb, Crimson
Coxcomb, Mixed
Calliopis, Mixed
Candytuft, Empress
Candytuft, Mixed
Canary Bird Flower
Canna, Crozy
Carnation, Choice Mixed, Extra Fine
Carnation, Margaret
Castor Bean, Zanzibar
Cantaurea, Cyranus Mixed
Cantaurea, Margaret
Cobea Scandens
Coleus, Fine Mixed
Cosmos, Early Flowering Dawn
Cypress Vine, Mixed
Dahlia, Double, Mixed
Dianthus, Double Mixed Chinese
Digitalis, Mixed Fox Glove
Daisy, Beilis, Double White
Daisy, Swan River
Eschscholtzia, Mixed
Forget-Me-Not, Blue Mixed
Four o’clock
Godetia, Double Mixed
Godetia, Lady Albemarle
Godetia, Lady Satin Rose
Godetia, The Bride
Godetia, Bijom
Godetia, Qneen of Fairies
Codetia, Duchess of Albany
Gilia, Tricolor, Mixed
Heliotrope, Giant Mixed
Heliotrope, Dark Mixed
Hollyhock, Double Charter’s Mixed
Hollyhock, Allegheny
Hollyhock, Salmon
Ho’lyhock, Canary
Hollyhock, Faust
Hollyhock, Crimson
Hollyhock, Pink
Hollyhock, White
Hibiscus, Africanus
Hyacinth, Mixed
Helichyrsum, Everlastings
Honey Suckle
Ice Plant
Ipomoea, White Seeded
Lobelia, Mixed
Larkspur, Double Dwarf Rocket, Mixed
Larksupr, Tall Mixed
Lantana, Choice Mixed
Linum or Scarlet Flax
Lupinus, Annual Mixed
Love-in-a-Mlst, Double
Job’s Tears, Everlasting
Morning Glory, Improved
Morning Glory, Mixed
Morning Glory, Japanese
Mignonette, Sweet
Mignonette, Matchet
Marigold, African, Mixed
Marigold, Eldorado
Marigold, French Dwarf, Double Mixed
Nasturtium, Madam Gunther’s Hybrid
Nasturtium, Tall
Nasturtium, Dwarf
Pansy, All Colors, Mixed
Pansy, Chicago Park, Mixed Bedding
Pansy. Trimardeau, Mixed Bedding
Pkt.
5
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Pansy, Vaughan’s International
Phlox, Dr. Grandiflora
Phlox, Dr. Mixed
Petunia, Hybrid Extra, Choice Mixed .
Poppy, Double Carnation, Flowered
Portulacca, Single
Portulacca, Best Double
Sweet Sultan, Purple
Salpiglosses, Grandiflora
Salpiglosses, Choice Mixed
Scabiosa, Large Flowering, Mixed
Salvia, Splendens, Drooping Spikes
Schizanthus, Mixed
Smilax
Sunflower, Miniature '
Sunflower, Double California
Stocks, Large Flowering, Choice Mixed
Sweet William, Choice Mixed
Verbena, Lemon
Verbena, Hybrid, Fine Mixed
Verbena, Hybrid Mammoth
Violet, Sweet
Wild Cucumber
Zinnia, Double Grandiflora
15 16 00
5 60
5 50
5 1 25
5 10
5 30
5 4 00
5 35
10 1 25
5 1 25
5 15
10 3 00
5 25
5 60
5 25
5 10
10 3 00
5 25
10 2 50
10 8 00
5 1 50
10 2 00
5 15
10 5 00
SWEET PEAS
Oz. 1-4 lb.
Eckford, Mixed $0 05 $0 15
Blanche Ferry 10 20
Blanche Burpee 10 20
Countess of Radnor 10 25
Emily Eckford 10 20
Firefly 10 25
America 10 20
Gray Friar 10 20
Indiago King 10 20
Lotta Eckford 10 20
Meteor 10 20
Mrs. Eckford 10 20
Mrs. Jos. Chamberlain 10 20
Ramona 10 20
Senator 10 20
Boreatton 10 25
Peach Blossom 10 25
Monarch 10 20
Gaiety 10 20
Sadie Burpee (New) 20 60
Navy Blue (New) 20 60
Black Knight 15 40
Modesti 15 35
Queen Victoria 15 35
Salopian 10 25
Lottie Hutchins 10: 25
Lovely 10 25
Fancy Mixed 10 25
Shahzada 10 25
lb.
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SPECIAL STEER Mo. 2
For 26c we will send you by mail, post
paid, a beautiful collection of Sweet Peas,
consisting of one package each of the fol=
lowing ten varieties:
Blanche Burpee— Pure White.
Apple Blossom— Bright Pink.
Cardinal— Brilliant Scarlet.
Shahzada— Maroon and Purple.
Capt. of the Blues— Pale Blue.
Orange Prince— Pinkish Yellow.
Venus-Salmon Buff.
Primrose— Pale Yellow.
Princess May— Lavender.
Vesuvius— Violet and Crimson.
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SEEDS OF SWEET, POT
Anise — Has useful medicinal properties. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Balm — Used for balm tea or balm wine. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Basil, Sweet — Used for highly seasoned dishes. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Bene — Used In confectionery. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Borage — Excellent for bees. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Caraway — Used for flavoring. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Castor Oil Plant — Pkt 5c, oz 15c.
Catnip — Used for seasoning. Pkt 10c, oz 60c.
Coriander — Useful culinary plant. Pkt 6c, oz 20c.
Cumin — Used for flavoring. Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Dill — Used to flavor pickles, etc. Pkt 5c, oz 10c, % lb 25c,
lb 75c.
Elecampane — Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Fennel, Sweet — Pkt 5c, oz 10c, *4 lb 25c.
Fennel, Florence — Pkt 6c, oz 25c, % lb 60c.
Henbane — Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Hop Seed — Pkt 25c, oz $1.50.
Horehound — For medicinal purposes. Pkt 5c, oz 30c.
AND MEDICINAL HERBS
Hyssop— For medicinal purposes. Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Lavender — A popular aromatic herb, emitting a delightful per-
fume. Pkt 6c, oz 20c, % lb 50c.
Marjoram, Sweet — Popular for seasoning. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, 14
lb 50c.
Marjoram, Pot — Used for seasoning. Pkt 5c, oz 20c. „
Opium Poppy — Pkt 5c, oz 20c, % lb 40c, lb $1.25.
Rosemary — An aromatic herb. Pkt 5c, oz 50c.
Saffron — Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Sage — The leaves and tender tops are used in stuffing and In
sauces. Pkt 5c, oz 20c, % lb 55c, lb $1.75.
Savory, Summer — Used for seasoning. Pkt 5c, oz 15c, y4 lb
40c.
Thyme, Broad-Leaved — For seasoning; also useful as a bee
food. Pkt 5c, oz 30c, % lb 80c.
Tansy — Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Winter Savory — Pkt 5c, oz 20c.
Wormwood — Pkt 5c, oz 35c.
MISCELLANEOUS SEEDS
Nono o-f the following seeds are sent postpaid. If wanted
fc> y mail, add 8 cents per pound to price quoted.
Australian Salt Bush — One of the most valuable forage plants
for alkali soils. Pkt 15c, y4 lb 40c, % lb 70c, 1 lb $1.25.
Flax — Grown for its seed, from which is extracted linseed oil,
and also for its valuable fiber. Yields very well in some locali-
ties in the Northwest. Price per lb 5c.
Wild Rice — Grows only in the water and in sloughs and boggy
places. Valuable as an attraction for water fowl. Per lb 40c.
Spring Vetches, or Tares — This is one of the most valuable
green feeds grown for horses and cattle. Usually sown with
other grain. It thrives on any ordinary soil and is also a
splendid crop to plow under. Per lb 10c, 100 lbs $5.00.
Sand or Winter Vetch — This variety is very hardy and will
remain green all winter if sown in the fall, and like all of the
pea family is a valuable fertilizer. Per lb 5c, 100 lbs $5.00.
TOBACCO
RAPE
\
Can be grown in this climate only on
ily fertilized.
Connecticut Seed Leaf.
Imported Havana, Pkt 10c.
Sumatra, Pkt 10c.
Oronoko.
light, warm soil, heav- Dwarf Essex — One acre will pasture thirty-six head of sheep
two months. The success obtained in raising sheep for mutton,
for which the English are so famous, is undoubtedly due to the
general use of Rape as a pasturage. It has remarkable fatten-
ing properties and lambs will make a gain of from eight to ten
pounds a month upon it. It can be sown with oats or on stub-
ble, after a corn' crop, or any time after June 1st. It is one of
the best catch crops and will furnish abundant pasturage at the
time of year when most needed. On clean, rich soil eight to ten
pounds is sufficient to sow an acre broadcast; but if the soil is
poor and not clean it is better to sow in drills, so as to allow
cultivation, four or five pounds per acre. Per lb 15c, 100 lbs
$10.00.
SUNFLOWER
Mammoth Russian — Yields an
enormous amount of seed and is
very hardy. A most excellent poul-
try feed; easy to raise. 1 lb 15c,
100 lbs $6.00.
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GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS
In vhe following list we have briefly described the various best grasses for
general use. Our limited space does not permit extended descriptions and large
illustrations, but the seeds we offer are of best grades only and extra clean. The
prices are subject to variations according to the market. Spetial prices will be
quoted at any time by mail.
Extra Fine Mixed Lawn Grass — Incomparably the best mix-
ture known for lawns and parks in this climate, and when cut
frequently and watered well immediately after will furnish a
handsome, velvety lawn for years, requiring no resowing. The
use of our Lawn Top Dressing in the spring or fall adds greatly
to a good lawn. Per lb 20c.
Awnless Brome Grass (Bromus Inermis) — Will stand long
drouths and produce heavy crops in dry sections where other
grasses would perish. It has also proved one of the hardiest
grasses; will succeed in a wider range of temperature than any
other grass. Per lb 25c, 100 lbs $18.00.
Orchard Grass, or Cock’s Foot— One of the most valuable
grasses on account of its quick growth and valuable aftermath.
It is ready for grazing two weeks sooner than most grasses, and
when fed off is again ready for grazing in a week, and will con-
tinue green when other grasses are withered by dry weather.
It is palatable and nutritious, and stock eat it greedily when
green. It has a tendency to grow in tufts, and so does better
if sown with clovers, and as it ripens at the same time the
mixed hay is of the best quality. For grazing it has no equal,
and should be used more than it is. When sown alone, twenty-
five pounds per acre; if sown with clover, half that amount. It
is perennial and will last for years. Per lb 14c, 100 lbs $12.25.
Italian Rye Grass — Is more of an annual, and is good in mix-
tures for hay crop. It is of quick growth and valuable for sheep
pasturage. Per lb 10c, 100 lbs $8.00.
Herd, Red-Top Grass, or Bent Grass — Is most largely used
for wet lands, but does well in almost any soil, moist or dry.
It makes good hay or pasture, and is much used in mixture with
timothy and clover. Sow thirty pounds per acre. Per lb 10c,
per 100 lbs $8.00.
Kentucky Blue Grass — Is the finest and best of all grasses
when used separately or in mixtures for general lawn purposes,
and is invaluable for a pasture grass, as it stands so much tramp-
ing without being killed out. Use thirty to forty pounds per
acre. Per lb 20c, 100 lbs $15.00.
Sweet-Scented Verna! — One of the earliest grasses in spring,
and latest in autumn, and more fragrant than any other grass.
Valuable to mix in pastures with other grasses on account of
its earliness, and it exhales a delightful fragrance when in
bloom. About thirty pounds to the acre. Per lb 30c.
Johnson Grass — This is one of the most valuable forage
plants; very popular in the Southern states, and will come into
universal use in all parts of the United States when known. It
is perennial, a rapid grower, very nutritious, being eagerly de-
voured by all kinds of stock. Comes early in spring, grows until
the frost cuts it down in the fall, stands the drouth better than
any grass, and having long, cane-like roots which penetrate the
soil for moisture. Superior both as a grazing and hay grass.
Thirty pounds per acre. Per lb 15c.
Tall Meadow Oat Grass — This grass is early and very lux-
uriant. It makes fine pasturage and good hay. Can be cut
often. It is also valuable to plow under for soiling. Sow thirty
to forty pounds per acre. Per lb 20c, per 100 lbs $18.00.
Timothy — It is very largely grown for hay crop in Northern
climates, and is fine when sown with Red Top and clover. Sow
ten pounds per acre. Per lb 8c, per 100 lbs $7.00.
Meadow Fescue, or True English Blue Grass (Festuca Pra-
tensis) — One of the most valuable pasture grasses. Its long
and tender leaves are much relished by stock of all kinds. In
some Southern states it is called Randall grass, sometimes
Evergreen grass. Sow in spring or fall at the rate of thirty to
forty pounds per acre. Per lb 16c, 100 lbs $12.00.
Hungarian Grass — Is a very valuable forage plant for light,
dry soils. It withstands drouth and remains green when most
vegetation is parched. Sow and cultivate as for Millet. Per lb
8c, per 100 lbs $6.00.
Common Millet — Can be sown broadcast in the spring of the
year for hay; thirty to forty pounds to the acre. If for seeds,
sow in drills, twenty pounds to the acre. It produces largely
as an annual early crop. Per lb 8c, per 100 lbs $5.00.
German or Golden Millet — Is not quite as early as the above,
but yields more largely. Per lb 8c, per 100 lbs $5.00.
English or Australian Rye Grass — Is a perennial much like
the English Blue Grass, and is very valuable for either pastur-
age or for hay, and well adapted to moist land. Sow for hay
thirty pounds per acre. Per lb 10c, per 100 lbs $7.50.
CLOVER SEEDS
Red Clover — Two varieties, large and medium. Both succeed
well here, especially in our bottom lands and deep soils. Per
lb 14c, per 100 lbs $13.00.
Crimson Trefoil, or Scarlet Clover — Grows about one foot
high. Dark roots, long leaves, and blossoms of deep red. It
makes good hay, and will give two or three cuttings each season.
Per lb 10c, 100 lbs $9.00.
Alfalfa — Produces enormous crops, and is cut many times
during the season for hay. It roots deeply, keeping fresh and
green through a long dry season, and is the most valuable
and profitable of all crops for abundance of feed. If in the
fall, sow early enough to get a little root before a frost. It can
be sown again in February and spring months. Per lb 12%c,
100 lbs $11.00.
White Dutch Clover— Grows low, spreading, and very frag-
rant, and is most excellent for lawns and pasture. Per lb 25c,
per 100 lbs $18.00.
Espersette (French Sanfoid) — This plant is of a lignumvinus
character, having many stems two and three feet long. Smooth
and tapering, with many long, oblate leaflets in pairs, and spikes
of variegated crimson flowers. The root is perennial, of a
hardy, woody nature. The plant flowers early, and can be re-
peatedly cut, thus furnishing a great abundance of most nutri-
tious food through the long dry and heated seasons, and requir-
ing no irrigation. Stock will eat it with impunity, without dan-
ger of bloat, as in alfalfa. The seed and seed pods are said to
be more nutritious than oats. The plant does best in cal-
careous and gravelly soils, and elevated slopes and arid regions,
where other vegetation fails. It will, however, not succeed in
wet or low lands where there is no drainage. From thirty to
forty pounds are required for an acre. Per lb 12c, 100 lbs $10.00.
Alsike, or Swedish Clover — This variety is fast gaining great
popularity. It is the most hardy of all the clovers; perennial.
On rich, moist soils it yields an enormous quantity of hay or
pasture, and may be cut several times in a season. 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,
and cattle prefer it to any other forage. The heads are globular,
very sweet and fragrant, and much liked by bees, who obtain a
large amount of honey from them. Sow in spring or fall. Per
lb 13c, 100 lbs $12.00.
GRAIN
Buckwheat, Common
— Buckwheat should be
sown about the middle
of June, broadcast, at
the rate of from one to
three pecks per acre.
The average yield is
from 25 to 30 bushels
per acre. It should be
threshed as soon as
dry, on the ground or
barn floor. If allowed
to stand in mass it
quickly gathers mois-
ture. Per lb 5c, per 100
lbs $3.50.
Japanese Buckwheat
■ — This variety excels
them all. Will yield
fully twice as much on
the same ground as
any other, and it ripens
one week to ten days
earlier; stands up bet-
ter, and makes better
flour than any other
kind of Buckwheat. Per lb 8c, 100 lbs $5.00.
Barley, Common — Barley succeeds best on lands more sandy
and lighter than those adapted to wheat. It is sown in the
spring, and can be grown further north than any other grain.
Market price.
Rye, Fall or Winter — The time for sowing is from the middle
of August to the last of October. One plowing is given, and the
seed sown broadcast at the rate of one and a half bushels per
acre, and dragged in. Harrowing and rolling in the spring are
recommended. If cut before fully ripe the grain makes more
and better flour. Market price.
Rye, Spring — Although this grain is often planted by farmers,
especially for paper makers, who prefer it to any other its prin-
cipal value is as a “catch” crop to sow where winter grain has
failed. The straw is shorter and stiffer than that of the winter
variety, and is always easily secured, while the grain, although
smaller, is of equal value. Market price.
Oats — American Banner and other varieties. Market price.
Wheat — Blue Stem and Club Wheat at market price.
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INS ENA/ CEREALS
CORN WHEAT
GERMAN ROGGEN
Fattening Hogs
This new cereal solves the problem of fatten
ing hogs in a wheat country, as it outyields
corn and will double an average yield of wheat,
and makes a meal very much like corn and contains greater fattening properties than either corn or
wheat.
It will put the Pacific Coast on an equal basis with the corn producing states as regards
hog raising.
The Problem Solved
The Richest Grain Grown
Chemical Analysis
contains almost double the nutriment of wheat:
Moisture at 100° C 13.69
Ash 0.90
Either extract 3.34
The following analysis, furnished by Professor
of Chemistry C. W. McCurdy, of the University
of Idaho, will show that this wonderful cereal
Fiber 91
Protein 15.50
Nitrogen free extract 71.14
Grows Anywhere
Corn Wheat will yield from 50 to 100 bushels to the acre. The straw is the
most valuable of any grown and stock thrive upon it.
This grain does well upon any soil where wheat or oats will grow, and
the soil should be prepared in the same manner as for those crops. The
seed should be sown in the spring. About 75 to 100 pounds per acre.
Corn Wheat stools heavily and has great strength to resist drought.
Every farmer should give it a trial, as it makes a splendid grain pasturage and is far superior
to any other grain for hay.
By mail, post paid, .... per lb. ; 5 lbs ....
By freight, 50 lbs, . . . . ; 100 lbs.
Culture
Yield
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White
Hulless
Barley
THE BEST GRAIN ON EARTH FOR HAY
IF SOWN EARLY two crops may be cut form one planting. It will yield from 65 to
100 bushels per acre, and may be sown as late as the middle of June and produce a fair
crop of grain. Equal to corn for fattening hogs, and makes a much sweeter meat. Grows
quickly, on any kind of soil. . \ \ For grain, sow 90 lbs. per acre, and for hay 120 lbs.
Price, 1 lb., postpaid, 15c; 100 lbs., $2.50
Black Hulless or Nepaul Barley
This grain is very similar to the above, but has a black seed, and is not quite as sweet a grain.
Price per lb., postpaid, 15c; per 100 lbs., $2.50
Beardless Barley
This has the advantage over the common barley of having practically no beard,
threshes out clean, and the straw makes excellent hay.
Price per lb., postpaid, 10c; per 100 lbs., $2.00.
It yields just as heavy, and
SEED POTATOES
FERTILIZERS
While we list only a few of the best early varieties, we can
supply any of the leading kinds grown on the Coast and most
of the newer ones from the East.
All stock of the purest strain.
We also send Potato Eyes of any of our varieties postpaid to
any address for 60c per 100.
The Pingree — A very productive early variety yielding a large
crop of quick selling potatoes at least six days earlier than al-
most any other variety. Grows very compact in the hills and is
therefore easily harvested. Very uniform in size and is of the
very highest quality. Per lb 6c, per 100 lbs $5.00.
Early Ohio — This is the most popular early potato in this
country. We have more calls for it than for any other variety.
Every potato grower knows what it is, and knows just about
what it will do in his locality. It is the standard extra early
the country over, and other varieties are measured by it. We
have an extra choice strain of Early Ohio. The tubers are
smooth and regular in shape, free from prongs, perfectly pure,
and full of vigorous life. Per lb 3c, per 100 lbs $2.50.
Bliss’ Triumph — The leading early potato in the South. We
are all familiar with it as sold at our groceries when the first
“new potatoes” are shipped in. Extremely early, earlier than
any others, but not of as good quality and more subject to blight
than other varieties. Vines are small, with short stalks and
broad leaves. Tubers nearly round, medium in size, bright red
or reddish pink in color. Per lb 4c, 100 lbs $3.50.
Bovee — Introduced by HenderBon in 1897. Next to Potato
Pingree, we consider this the best early variety of recent intro-
duction. The tubers are numerous and of fair Bize, uniform in
shape, Bkin a beautiful flesh color, well netted, and quality all
that can be desired. The vine is dwarf and stocky, and the
tubers grow remarkably compact. Per lb 4c, 100 lbs $3.50.
Sir Walter Raleigh — Introduced by Henderson in 1897, and
therefore the companion to the Bovee. It is the most desirable
main crop variety now before the public. In most respects it
closely resembles Rural New Yorker No. 2, but is more uniform
and yields practically no small tubers, every one being market-
able. It is from four to six days later than the Rural New
Yorker. The color of the skin is the same, but the flesh Is white
and of better quality; in fact, it is the whitest fleshed and finest
grained potato. It is unquestionably the best of its type and
will soon supersede all others. Per lb 5c, per 100 lbs $4.00.
Rural New Yorker No. 2 — Well known now the country over,
and very largely planted for a profitable main crop. Rurals are
now quoted in all the leading markets of the country along with
Burbanks and other standard sorts, and usually they are quoted
higher than Burbanks. They are certainly more profitable to
raise. Per lb 5c, per 100 lbs $4.00.
Burpee’s Extra Early — Quite well known and very popular in
the middle states. Yields very good crops on this coast, and is
among the earliest. Per lb 4c, per 100 lbs $3.00.
Uncle Sam — Our stock of this magnificent potato is limited
this season, therefore we have not listed it in its rightful place,
as it really deserves first place in any list. Per lb Cc, per 100
lbs $5.00.
Commercial Fertilizers are becoming more generally used
every year, and on most soils are really the cheapest manure
that can be used.
Every intelligent farmer knows the value of the Potash Salts
listed below.
Kainit — The most popular of the potash salts. Besides fur-
nishing a percentage of potash is more bountifully supplied with
magnesia, which makes it valuable as a destroyer of insect life,
worms and maggots in the soil, and is a specific for blight and
rust.
Muriate of Potash — Is a more concentrated fertilizer and- is
the cheapest for general use, as it contains about 50 per cent.,
of potash.
Sulphate of Potash — This also contains from 50 to 60 per
cent, of potash, but as it is almost free from chlorine it is par-
ticularly adapted to root crops and berries.
Special circulars on the Uses of Potash in Agriculture,
Results Obtained in the United States, The Origin and
Use of Potash, and Farmers’ Guides mailed upon appli-
sation.
NITROGENOUS FERTILIZERS.
Nitrate of Soda — Contains from 15 to 20 per cent, of nitrogen
and is the most valuable method of supplying the nitrogen neces-
sary to the rapid growth of plants. Valuable to florists and
greenhouse men for forcing plants.
Dried Blood — This is also a nitrogenous manure, containing
from 10 to 15 per cent, of nitrogen. Does not act as quickly as
Nitrate of Soda and requires to be more thoroughly worked into
the soil.
PHOSPHORIC ACID.
Bone Meal or Bone Dust — Is the most convenient fertilizer
for supplying prosphoric acid. Good fresh ground bone contains
from 5 to 10 per cent, available prosphoric acid, but it is rather
slow to yield, and the results are often better the second year
than the first.
LIME.
This requisite is best obtained from the air-slacked lime and
from Land Plaster, which is also a splendid application for soils
made sour by excessive use of stable or green manure.
PRICE LIST OF FERTILIZERS
Sulphate of Potash, per lb 34c, per sack of 224 lbs $7.00
Muriate of Potash, per lb 3c, per sack of 224 lbs 6.25
Kainit, per lb lie, per sack of 224 lbs 2.25
Nitrate of Soda, per lb 03i
Bone Meal, per ton 30.00
Blood, per ton 50.00
Lime, per bbl Market price
Plaster, per ton Market price
SEPARATE INGREDIENTS TO BE USED, POUNDS PER ACRE
Forraulna approved by Prof. Elton Fulmer.
Crop to be Fertilized
Sulp.
Pot.
Mur. 1
Pot.
D. M.
Salts
Kanit
Bone
Meal
Nit.
Soda
Cabbage
325
“5T
650
1950
550
375
Carrots
160
150
300
550
300
135
Turnips
125
250
550
200
280
Beets
125
250
550
200
375
Peas and Beans
125
125
250
550
240
45
Onions
300
360
600
1150
450
400
Sweet Corn
80
80
160
350
350
80
Potatoes
250
509
950
325
275
Grass
125
125
| 250
500
250
135
Hops
360
360
720
1400
275
200
Strawberries
250
250
500
1000
450
225
Lettuce
I 275 ,
275
550
1000
400
375
Celery
l 250
250
500
5)00
400
376
Cucumbers
1 250
250
500
900
400
275
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We are
Pacific Coast Agents
for the
Celebrated
Prairie State
Incubatorsfand
Brooders...
Also
Headquarters
for
POULTRY SUPPLIES
Of
All Descriptions
General Description of Prairie State Incubators
The first essential to successful incubation is proper application and regulation
APPLICATION OF HEAT of heat. The nearest practical approach to Nature’s method, which is by contact,
is secured by radiation of heat from above, no bottom heat being applied in either
case. The distribution of heat is secured in the following manner: The lamp is situated at the end of the machine, the chim-
ney extending into flue which passes upward through the machine and radiator, at which point we have an opening in the flue,
through which the hot air from the lamp is diverted into a galvanized iron radiator covering the entire top of the egg chamber.
After circulating through the radiator the air passes upward and out through pipes at the end of the machine, thus equalizing
the heat everywhere in the egg chamber.
After an even temperature is secured in the egg chamber, a regular or constant
REGULATION OF HEAT heat must be supplied. This is done in a perfect manner by the Prairie State
Regulator. The regulator consists of a thermostate, connecting rod and
valve lever, the simplest combination in use on any known Incubator. The motive power of the regulator is
the thermostat, unassisted by clockwork electricty or any other appliance. The thermostat is situated in the egg cham-
ber, part below and part above the eggs. It is so sensitive that it responds to the heat’s action with as great precision as any
thermometer. It may be easily adjusted to any degree of temperature desired, and there it will faithfully operate, opening and
closing the valve with unerring exactness. This thermostat is composed entirely of metal, no composition, ebonite or india
rubber being used in its construction, and it will not become weak or ineffective by use; it is not affected by moisture or damp-
ness, nor can it be destroyed by being accidentally overheated. The valve, when closed, covers the top of the lamp flue and ob-
structs the current of hot air, forcing it into the radiator, as above described. When the temperature in the egg chamber
reaches the desired degree, the thermostat lifts the valve from the top of the lamp flue and allows the heat to escape from the
heater, while the air of the egg chamber, or ventilation and moisture, is unaffected by the opening of the valve. The action of
the valve does not affect the lamp flame, and does not cause it to burn higher or put the lamp out, as in the case with all devices
that utilize the lamp trip. The compound thermostat, or self-adjusting regulator is new in artificial incubation. Heretofore the
practice has been to place the thermostat in the top of the egg chamber, and every change in the weather or change in the animal
heat in the eggs would cause the operator to go and readjust the regulator. With this regulator, when the weather turns either
warmer or colder, the change affects the lower bar, and it readjusts itself to the change, changing the distance on the connecting
rod and maintaining a perfectly uniform temperature upon the eggs, no matter if the outside change is 50 or 60 degrees. We
have run this machine in a room when temperature ran from freezing in the early morning to a temperature of 80 in the after-
noon, with less than one-half degree variation in the egg chamber. This is a feature that will not be overlooked by practical
poultry men. No matter how sudden the change in the weather may be, the temperature of the eggs will not be affected.
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None but first-class work will be sent out. The machine is built of the best well-seasoned
CONSTRUCTION material, neatly ornamented and finished, so as to constitute a handsome piece of furniture. It
is double-cased, and insulated from the influence of sudden changes of outside temperature by
proper packing. Its doors are of double glass, through which may be seen the thermometer and eggs, without the exposure
of opening. All sheet metal work, pipes, pan and tank, is constructed of best galvanized iron. The regulator is made of brass.
The machine is not “double decked” ; that is, it does not have one egg tray above the other. Consequently its rated capacity
is its actual hatching capacity. All kinds of eggs can be hatched equally well — hen, duck, turkey, etc. Natural or artificial gas
may be used in place of oil, wihout trouble in making the change.
Every one interested in Incubators and Brooders hears a great deal about moisture, also “no mois-
MOISTURE ture" Incubators advertised. Now, the "no moisture” question is nothing new whatever. In our direc-
tions we have for the past ten years explained to customers that no moistrue whatever was needed in
certain seasons of the year; Dut we claim, and it has been fairly demonstrated, that a little moisture during the warm summer
months is a great aid in securing better hatches. We furnish a moisture pan with each of the larger machines that we construct,
and we state in directions for the customer not to use the same unless absolutely necessary. Prairie States are frequently run
without any moisture from start to flni h. and over 90 per cent, hatches secured, as testimonials in this catalogue will show.
You have perfect control of the warm, fresh air through the machine at all times, hence you are able to dry down your eggs so
as to secure the proper air cell, according to the season of the year. We are surprised at some of our competitors claiming so
much in reference to the moisture question, and we will guarantee to take the Prairie State and run it alongside of any machine
in this or any other country, without any moisture from start to finish, and secure better hatches than they do, with less trouble
to operate the machine. The only reason we put a moisture pan in the machine is this: You will be able to secure better
hatches in the Prairie State, or any other machine, during the hot summer months, by adding a little moisture toward the latter
part of the hatch. Moisture is not needed at all In the machine until the eighteenth or nineteenth day, and probably not then.
The operator will be able to determine this after he reads our directions. Further, moisture is only a little water; it costs noth-
ing, and if the operator of an incubator can bring out ten, twelve, or twenty more chickens to the hatch by putting in a tin full
of warm water for moisture, we claim it will pay to do so; hence moisture pans go with the machines, but, as stated above, no
moisture at all will be neded during the winter months or in damp weather. With some of these “no moistrue” Incubators, we
know positively that some of their operators do use moisture in order to secure better hatches, owing to the season, notwith-
standing their manufacturers claim no moisture at all. As stated above, we furnish the moisture pans; use them if necessary,
and If you find they are not needed they will not need to be brought into use.
The second essential to successful incubation is a supply of pure air, which, in the Prairie State,
VENTILATION enters from below within a tube which surrounds the lamp flue, where it is gently heated and
passed upward into the top of the egg chamber, and is released over the moisture pans. While In
this warm condition, it can be saturated with moisture if it is so desired. The air then passes downward among the eggs, and
escapes through a row of small ventilators in the bottom and end of machine into a suction flue which carries the air out near
the top of the machine. This suction flue is provided with a sliding cover, so that the outlet of air can be increased or dimin-
ished. By this means of improved ventilation we get a complete circulation around and through the eggs, a more even distribu-
tion of heat than can be secured by any other method.
THE PRAIRIE STATE BABY INCUBATORS
These machines are built in two sizes, respectively 50-egg and 100-egg sizes. The No. 1,
or 50-egg Incubator, is provided with a blank tray and no turning appliance, as the eggs
are so few in number that they can be turned by hand. The No. 2 Baby, capacity 100 eggs,
is provided with the latest improved automatic turner. There has long been a demand for
something cheap and not a very large capacity, that would prove very practical and suc-
cessful in incubating eggs, and we believe that the Prairie State Baby will fulfill all these
requirements. This machine has the same system of ventilation that is used so successfully
upon our standard machine, and has identically the same self-adjusting, automatic regulator
and the same heater and lamps, and everything is carefully constructed and built in the
best manner.
Net Weight
Dimensions Capacity Weight Crated Price
No. 1, Baby 14%x24 50 eggs 40 lbs 45 lbs $ 7.00
No. 2, Baby 19%x31 100 eggs 65 lbs 70 lbs 11.00
STYLE “A”
The Style A machine is our standard Incubator, on which neither pains nor expense have been spared to make it the best
of its class. It is complete in every respect, having a large, deep egg chamber, and provided with nursery underneath the tray.
An opening is left in tray near the glass at the door, closed by a small trap door, through which the chickens drop after they
hatch, so that they do not interfere in any way with the ones getting out of the shells. It is unnecessary to open the door
until the hatch is over. The doors open down to the bottom of the machine, the glass extending below the nursery, which
enables the operator to see the chicks below and above the tray at any time. This nursery is a grand improvement. The
chicks, as soon as they dry off and begin to run about, fall through the opening into the nursery below and become better hard-
ened to the temperature of the Brooder before being transferred.
The moisture pans in the Style A Incubator are suspended by a flange from the top of the egg chamber, and by this form
•of construction we get a clear space without any bars or supports being in the way. For a further description of the Style A
machine see under head of “General Description of Prairie State Incubators.”
Net
Weight
Dimensions
Capacity
Weight
Crated
Price
No.
1, Style A
150 eggs
140 lbs
170 lbs
$23.00
No.
2, Style A
210 eggs
170 lbs
215 lbs
27.00
No.
3, Style A
300 eggs
200 lbs
260 lbs
36.00
PRAIRIE STATE STYLE
“B” INCUBATOR
This machine is just the same as the style “A,” except in finish, but has no nursery.
The same care is used
in its construction.
Net
Weight
Dimensions
Capacity
Weight
Crated
Price
No.
1, Style B
150 eggs
120 lbs
150 lbs
$18.00
No.
2, Style B
27%x47
210 eggs
150 lbs
195 lbs
25.00
No.
3, Style B
20 x46
300 eggs
180 lbs
240 lbs
29.00
the: special duck machine
The Special Duck Machine has been built to fulfill the requirements of those who raise ducks exclusively and ,upon a large
acale. The same principles have been used in designing it that have been employed upon our standard Prairie State machines
for the hatching of hen eggs, slight modifications being made, especially in the ventilation and air current, so as to allow a large
amount to circulate through the machine. The egg tray is built in proportion to a duck egg, so that there is no waste room in
the machine, and the egg chamber Is made much deeper than the regular hen egg machine, so that the hatching ducks have
plenty of room above and below the tray.
Net Weight
Dimensions Capacity Weight Crated Price
Special Duck 30x45% 200 eggs 200 lbs 260 lbs $36.00
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PRAIRIE STATE BROODERS
STYLE “D”
HOT AIR INDOOR BROODER.
We have had this Style D Brooder upon the market for
several years, and they are giving universal satisfaction.
They are low in price, simple in operation, and take but very
little oil to operate them successfully.
The No. 1 is 2 feet wide and 3 feet long, and the No. 2 is
3 feet square. They are constructed with an incline so that
the chicks can get in and out of the Brooder, and when the
incline is closed at night the chicks are free from rats or
prowling enemies.
The hovers are a galvanized iron radiator through which
circulates the hot air from the lamp. One-half inch away from the radiator is a wire gauze to prevent the chicks from
touching the tank and allowing the air for ventilation to pass over the chicks.
The Brooders are provided with forced ventilation, ventilating all parts of the hover.
Weight
No. Size Capacity Crated Price
1 24x35 80 chicks 60 lbs $ 8.00
2 26x35 125 chicks 85 lbs 11.00
STYLE “A”
HOT AIR— SELF-REGULATING, WITH RUNS AT-
TACHED.
This Brooder is heated and regulated the same as
the incubators, and has runways in connection.
No.
1
2
Size Capacity
24x38 100 chicks
28x33 200 chicks
Weight
Crated Price
100 lbs $15.00
120 lbs 21.00
Style “A”
STYLE “C”
Style “C”
STYLE C— HOT AIR OUTDOOR BROODER.
This Brooder is rain, rat, wind and storm proof. The roof is remov-
able, and the entire brooder can be lifted off the floor, the brood can be
removed, and the corners are put together like the joint of an ordinary
bed-stead, so that the Brooder can be taken entirely to pieces and put
together again in a very few minutes, making it easy to clean. Or, it
can be stored in a small space after the season is over. It is upon
runners and can be easily moved from one place to the other. The lamp
box is closed by a glass door, so that the lamp and flame can be easily
seen at any time. The lamp case is also provided with our new improved
cold air duct, which keeps the oil cool at all times.
Weight
No. Size Capacity Crated Price
1 36x36 100 chicks 125 lbs $14.00
2 48x48 150 chicks 185 lbs $19.00
STYLE “B”
STYLE B— SECTIONAL HOT WATER BROODER.
These Brooders are heated by the hot water system and are made
in sections with removable floor. They give more room than the hot air
brooders, so that there is no danger of chicks crowding.
No.
Size
Capacity
Weight
Price
2, two sections each
. ... 36x36
200 chicks
210 lbs
$23.00
3, three sections
each ....
. ... 36x36
300 chicks
310 lbs
29.00
4, four sections
each
. ... 36x36
400 chicks
410 lbs
36.00
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IH.M.S.Poultry FFNriNfi
■/\M/.W;\/,W W VM 1 LI lull 1\JI No. 19 Galvanized Wire.
is made of the best number nineteen galvanized steel wire, t>-h
/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/ \ strengthened by a cable selvage and a cable every foot in the ■rer ^uu-
/\ /A / \ /A / \ / \ /-V/A height Of the fence. h 36 Inches high 53c
* Fence, Not a Netting. l8!n(f8^ 65c
Its multitude of horizontal wires gives it strength/makes it ^ inches high 77c
/~\ easy to erect and keeps it in good shape. 72 inches high 87c
• §ayjng (q the User. 84 iQChes hi^h »»«
It requires but few posts f?d no top or bottom rail. Only ?Ut UP ln 10-rOd r0lls‘
genuine when every roll contains the famous M. M. S. trade
mark. Descriptive matter free.
PM.nln) July SI, JNOU nnri July 0, INU7
Green Bone, Meat and Vegetable Cutters
The Webster & Hannum — THE ONLY mill that will cut bone fine enough for bantams
.and young chicks, without splinters.
THE ONLY mill that will not clog with meat or gristle.
THE ONLY mill that will cut clear meat without freezing.
Improved No. 2
OUR LATEST
The No. 6 Cutter — This machine feeds itself with more uniform pressure than can
ever be done by hand feed. And this uniform pressure is perfectly under the control of
the operator. By simply turning the thumb nut at the top of the follower the pressure
of the follower can be uniformly as light, and the machine turn as easy as any one
could wish; or, If desired, the thumb nut can be tightened in an instant and the pres-
sure increased to suit the strength of any one. It is built strong and heavy and made
to last, weighs 135 pounds and holds 2V4 pounds of bone — enough for 60 or 70 hens for
one day. One pound of bone has often been cut in one minute by hand on this machine.
Price, with fly wheel, for bench, $18.00.
Price, with fly wheel, with legs, $22.00.
IMPROVED No. 2
The Improved No. 2 Cutter has several improvements, including an adjustable feed,
by which the operator can instantly change, without use of tools, from light to coarse
work as may be required in cutting bone or vegetables. We recommend this style for
hand use where considerable work is to be done. Price $15.00.
The No. 4 Cutter is a genuine record breaker for ease of operation, quality of work
and speed, readily cutting out a hopper full by hand (2 % lbs) in two or three min-
utes, enough for a flock of 60 or 70 hens for one day, and fine enough for little chicks.
Price, with crank, $8.50. Price, with fly wheel, $10.00.
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POULTRY SUPPLIES— Continued
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THE STEARNS CLOVER
CUTTER
This cutter is made in convenient size for use o..
bench or table. The entire frame is made of malleable
iron, making a very light and strong machine. It is
self-feeding and self-sharpening. Cuts clover very
rapidly, and is run with little effort. Eight cuts to
each revolution. Finished in black enamel.
Price, $3.00.
NEST EGGS
Porcelain, per dozen
Medicated, per dozen
.$0 30
. 1 00
DRINKING FOUNTAINS
L. & B. Fountain— This fountain is made of heavy galvanized
iron, will not rust or break, and with reasonable care will last
a lifetime. Can be taken apart and easily cleaned. Fowls can-
not get on top nor into it, nor turn it over. These founts give
the best satisfaction of any we have sold. Prices:
No. 1. 1% quarts 35c
No. 2. 2% quarts 45c
No. 3. 1 y2 gallons 60c
No. 1 sent by mail, postpaid, 40c.
Earthenware Fountains — Heavy glazed earthenware, all one
piece. 1 gallon, 35c; 2 gallon, 50c.
We Are
State Agents
for the
Geo. H. Lee
Chemical Co.
of
Omaha and New York
The use of this preparation has become so universal, and re-
sults are so satisfactory, that most poultry raisers would not
know how to keep house without it. It is no longer necessary
to dip or dust poultry to kill the lice. A can of Lee’s Lice
Killer, a paintbrush and a few minutes’ work in applying it to
the roosts, means all the expense and labor now necessary to
keep the fowls free from both mites and body lice. A can of it
should be in every poultry house. It kills and prevents mites
and lice, and keeps the air in the poultry house pure and sweet
(a healthy tar odor), killing disease-germs and preventing the
other enemies of the poultryman — roup and cholera. Price:
1 quart, 35c; 2 quarts, 60c; 1 gallon, $1.00; 5 gallons, $4.00.
Feed Troughs — These troughs can be used for soft feed or
water. They are made of heavy galvanized iron, and will not
rust or break; can be cleaned in a few seconds. The edges are
all rounded to prevent the fowls from injuring their combs or
wattles, are easily accessible, yet so constructed that food placed
in them cannot be scattered on the ground; fowls can nether
get on nor into them. Size 18x6 inches. Price 60c; 2 for $1.00.
Feed Trough for Chicks — This trough is made of heavy gal-
vanized iron; will not break or rust, easily cleaned; edges all
rounded. Size, 12 inches long, 3 inches wide, 2% inches high;
weight % lb. Price, 30c; 2 for 50c. Sample will be mailed,
postpaid, for 35c.
Caponizing Tools — This set consists of one fine steel knife
and forceps, one nickel-plated spreader, both well adapted for
the purpose, one improved German silver cutting and twisting
scoop, with fine hook on opposite end, one German silver probe,
and four German silver hooks attached to cords for quickly
securing the fowls; all in a fine velvet-lined case. With each
of the above sets we send free one copy of complete directions.
Price, $2.75, postpaid.
Poultry Markers — This small punch is a very convenient
method of marking birds for record. Two sizes, large and
small. Price, 25c, postpaid.
Free — With each order for Lee’s Lice Killer amounting to
$4.00 we give free one of the Little Aspinwall or Electric Spray-
ers listed on page 38 of this Catalog.
Lee’s Germozone — This is an effective cure for most of the
diseases of poultry. It cures roup, cholera, swelled head, cank-
er, and when given occasionally in the drink will prevent these
and many other diseases. Roup, canker, swelled head, etc.,
are the same as “cold in the head” in a human being. Price,
50c per bottle or box of tablets sent by mail postpaid.
Lee’s Tonic Powder — This is a concentrated food for poultry
with the coarser and cheaper matter left out. One pound of
the tonic powder is equal to ten pounds of ordinary poultry
food. It can readily be sent by mail, and otherwise handled
more conveniently. Price 25c; by mail postpaid, 35c.
Lee’s Insect Powder — While our Lee’s Lice Killer has to a
large extent replaced the use of insect powders for poultry,
there are situations where the insect powder can be used to
most excellent advantage. It is especially desirable for little
chicks, as the Lice Killer is too strong for the little fellows,
unless very carefully used. Price, 25c; postpaid, 35c.
Peerless Bug Killer — The best exterminator known for bed-
bugs, roaches, ticks and all vermin that infest the home. Price
25c; not sent by mail.
Climax Leg Bands — For neatness, lightness,
security and durability the Climax Bands are
unexcelled. They are easy to put on or re-
move, and no tools are required. The rings
are made of spring brass, and so bent that the
tag acts as a clasp, holding them securely in
place. Always give the breed of fowls the
bands are wanted for.
Prices of Climax Bands, prepaid: Per doz-
en, 25c; per 25, 50c; per 50, 75c; per 100, $1.35.
Sample, by mail, 5c.
Peerless Gopher Killer — A sure method of exterminating
gophers, ground squirrels and rats. Price 75c; per dozen, $8.00.
Flyo Curo — Relieves cows and other animals from the tor-
ments of flies and mosquitos. Price per quart, 50c; per gallon,
$1.25.
Lee’s Sheep Dip — This dip is quite well known among the
sheep raisers and is the most satisfactory, as it not only de-
stroys ticks and insects, but stimulates the growth of wool.
Put in 1 and 5 gallon cans and 50 gallon barrels. Special quo-
tations.
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POULTRY SUPPLIES — Continued
Lee’s Smoke Extract — A quick and perfect meat curer; does
the work in ten minutes of days of smoking in a smokehouse.
12 oz bottle, 50c; 32 oz bottle, 75c.
Chemical Dehorner — For dehorning calves. This is done
by applying the liquid to the head of the calf at an early age,
before the horn breaks through the skin. It is very easy to
use, and is certain in its effect. It is much more humane than
the process of dehorning with a knife or saw. One size only.
Price 50c.
splendid medium for feeding animal matter aud stimulants.
$1.50 per 100 lbs; $25.00 per ton.
Feed Wheat — Market price.
Feed Corn — Yellow Dent, market price.
Cracked Corn — $1.50 per 100 lbs; $25.00 per ton.
Feed Meal — A cheap grade of Corn Meal. Per 100 lbs $1.50;
per ton $25.00.
Cracked Rice — An excellent feed for small chicks. Per 100
lbs, $2.50.
Besides the Complete Line of Goods
manufactured by the Geo. H. Lee Co. we
carry a stock of the following well-
known remedies:
Creosozone — A liquid disinfectant and germicide highly rec-
ommended for the destruction of lice, fleas and vermin of all
kinds. Price 50c per quart.
Sheridan's Condition Powder — A general condition powder
of great power for stock of all kinds; a splendid egg producer.
y4 lb 25c, 1 lb $1.00.
Flood’s Roup Cure — This remedy we guarantee to cure Roup,
Colds and Canker. Price 60c, postpaid.
Lambert’s Death to Lice — This powder needs
little recommendation from us, as it is one of
the best known insect powders on the market.
Price, 5 oz 10c, 15 oz 25c, 48 oz 50, 100 oz $1.00.
If sent by mail add lc per oz for postage.
Avenarius Carbolineum — This great German
preparation is not only sure death to insect life
of all kinds, but is a wood preservative and will
make fence posts and building material practi-
cally everlasting. Price, 1 qt 60c, % gal $1.00, 1 gal $1.50, 5 gal
$7.00. Special quotations on large quantities.
LITTLE ASP INWALL-
H
Hulled Oats — The groat, or, as the name implies, the oat
with the hull taken off, is a very nutritive feed for small chicks.
Per 100 lbs, $2.50.
ANIMAL FOOD.
The animal matter or meat required by poultry is most
economically and conveniently supplied by the use of the fol-
lowing meats prepared by Darling & Co., of the Union Stock
Yards at Chicago.
Beef Meal — Made from meat, bone, blood and the liquor from
cooking. Rich in albumen and protein. It is a nitrogenous
food and a great egg producer. Price per lb, 3%c; per 100 lbs,
$3.00.
Ground Beef Scraps — The Beef Scraps are scientifically pre-
pared, are free from all moisture and therefore are always sweet
and wholesome. Their nutritive value is very high, more than
twice that of fresh beef. They are the cheapest and best ani-
mal matter food for poultry and well deserve their popularity
amongst poultry raisers. They contain more greases than the
above Meal, so we consider them better to feed for market
than for eggs. Per lb, 4c; per 100 lbs, $3.50.
MINERAL FOODS.
Granulated Bone — A wrong impression exists regarding bone.
Fresh or green bones contain 53 per cent, moisture and 12 per
cent, grease, so when you buy fresh bones you pay for 65 pounds
of useless material in every 100 pounds you buy. Our bone is
made from fresh, green bones, with the moisture and grease
taken out, leaving nothing but the phosphate of lime and
nitrogen. These are the only feeding properties of bone, so
when you buy our bone you get all the feeding properties
without buying or paying freight on moisture or grease, and
you get an article that will keep in any kind of weather if
kept dry. Bone is a good egg producer. Price per lb, 2c:
per 100 lbs., $1.75: per ton, $30.00.
The Little Aspinwall Sprayer — The handiest thing in the
world for applying liquid lice killers and disinfectants. Tin,
each 90c; brass, each $1.25.
Special Printed Matter on Any Subject
in this Catalogue Sent on Application.
CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED
Fine Ground Raw Bone Meal — This also is made from fresh
green bones, and is the same stock as the Granulated Bone, but
has gone through a finer sieve. It is ground very fine and is
used to mix in mash feed. Price per lb, 2c; per 100 lbs, $1.75;
per ton, $30.00.
Crushed Oyster Shells — These are made from clean, bright
shells, and as oyster shells contain 98 per cent, of pure bicarbon-
ate of lime, they are probably the best producers of egg shells
of anything on the market. Price per lb, l%c; per 100 lbs,
$1.25; per ton, $20.00.
EGG PRODUCING FOODS
Poultry, to be in the best condition, must have plenty of
three classes of foods, viz., Vegetable, Animal and Mineral.
L. & B. Poultry Food — Of all the many foods for poultry, we
consider this the most complete grain ration sold, as it com-
bines all the principal grains in the proper proportion, nothing
but the best and cleanest grain being used in its preparation.
Put up in 100-lb sacks, $1.50; per ton. $26.00
Ground Wheat — This meal contains the entire grain, and
therefore furnishes the nutriment more quickly, and it makes a
Granulated Clam Shell — Clam shell has as great, if not great-
er, percentage of bicarbonate of lime than oyster shell, and
while it does not present as sharp an edge it is just as good to |
aid the digestion. Price per lb, l%c; per 100 lbs, $1.26; per ,
ton, $20.00.
Mica Crystal Grit — This is made from granite rock, and con-
tains quartz, which is the hardest rock substance, and mica, a
flaky substance. In dissolving in the gizzard it flakes off, thus
keeping itself sharp. As a grinder it has no equal. It also
contains iron, which is very beneficial both to the fowl and in
flavoring the eggs. Price per 100 lbs, $1.60.
I
Thoroughbred Poultry
We make no specialty of any one breed, but as we are in
touch with the Poultry Raisers of the Northwest we can
supply our customers with almost any breed, and we will
guarantee satisfaction in filling any order for poultry, by
pairs, trios, or single birds.
State what you want, and let us quote you our price.
We give the best stock at the lowest price.
L.IL.L.Y, BOGARDUS & CO., Inc.
814 WESTERN AVE., SEATTLE
GEO. LINDER, Jr.
Box 1175
Seattle, Wash.
BREEDER OF
AS GOOD AS THERE ARE IN THE COUNTRY
Winners of All the Principal Prizes at Tacoma
In 1899 and 1900
My Birds are better than ever. Stock and eggs for sale in Season
at prices fifty per cent, less than you can get same for in the east
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
SILVER
AND
BUFF
Eggs for hatching, from Thoroughbred Barred Rocks, next Spring, for $1.25 per setting; also good cockrels
for sale cheap
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MANUFACTURED BY
THE INTERNATIONAL FOOD CO., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
The Goods Put Ip by This Company Are Sold Linder a Guarantee
IF WANTED BY MAIL, ADD 10c FOR THE 25c PACKAGES AND 20c FOR THE 50c PACKAGES TO COVER THE POSTAGE.
Intern^ional Stock Food — A purely vegetable compound.
Originated by a practical stockman and indorsed by all the most
noted veterinary surgeons. Cures and prevents disease in
horses, cattle, sheep and hogs, and insures rapid growth in
young stock. 65 feeds for 25c; 150 feeds for 60c; 325 feeds for
$1.00; 26-lb. pails, $3.60.
International Heave Cure — This remedy was originated by a
prominent veterinary surgeon for heaves, colds, asthma and
broken wind and has been successfully used by him in his
practice for 20 years. Full directions and guarantee on each
package. 1-lb pkg, only 60c.
International Worm Powder — A perfectly harmless vegetable
compound, guaranteed to contain no poisonous or injurious in-
gredients and to cure animals of worms and other bacteria
affecting the stomach and bowels. 1-lb pkg, 60c.
Silver Pine Healing Oil — One of nature’s greatest healing
oils. For human or animals. Purely vegetable. Heals cuts or
wounds quickly and prevents inflammation and swelling. Very
soothing. 50c per bottle.
International Colic Cure — Absolutely the quickest relief for
spasmodic, gas or flatulent colic, stoppage of water, acute
indigestion, grain founder or bloat. One dose cures in from 10
to 30 minutes. Price, $1.00 per bottle.
International Poultry Food — Is not only a stimulant but a
guaranteed cure and preventive of the diseases of poultry. It
will increase the egg production in less time and with less ex-
pense than any other poultry food in the world. 1% lb pkgs 25c,
3 lb 50c, 6 lb $1.00, 25 lb pails $3.50.
Honey Tar Foot Remedy — Is a splendid application for
nail wounds, thrush, corns, quarter cracks or contracted feet
It is neither sticky nor greasy and is quickly absorbed. If your
horse’s feet are not in good condition he is practically worth-
less. Honey Tar will cure him. 1-lb tin, 50c; 2- lb tin, $1.00.
International Gall Cure — Your money will be refunded if
this salve ever fails to cure galls of any kind, sore necks or
backs. Put up in tins, 25c and 50c.
International Phino-Chloro — A perfect insecticide and germi-
cide. Twenty-five gallons for 50c. It will kill all disease germB
and foul odors in and around poultry houses, hog pens, etc. One
size only. Price, 50c.
International Harness Soap and Dressing — The best harness
dressing on the market. It cleans, preserves and polishes the
leather and makes it pliable. Used very extensively by livery-
men in almost every city in the Union. Price, 1-lb tin 25c,
10-lb tin $2.00.
International Quick Cleaner — The best and safest cleanser
ever sold. Made of the purest ingredients; perfectly harmless
to the finest fabrics or the highest polished surfaces. 1-lb
tins 25c.
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DAIRY ASSOCIATION
LYNDONVILLE, VERMONT, U. S.* A.
This corporation is organized under the state laws of Vermont, and exists for the sole purpose of benefiting the dairy by
Curing the Cow of Profit-Destroying Diseases. The products of this concern are therefore of the highest merit.
A dairy cow is in greater need of a spring tonic than any other animal, man included. Her system is under a double
strain, that of producing milk and keeping the organs of her body in repair.
Every cow needs a spring medicine made on purpose for her; something that will clean out the impurities that always
get into the system during the winter months. For just this is Kow-Kure made. It prepares her for the coming summer’s
work; it starts her in the right direction for a large flow of milk, and if she is carrying a calf it makes her private organs
strong and sound and prevents her losing it before her time. It makes calving easy and the afterbirth come away quickly
and naturally.
Kow-Kure — For cows only; cures cows of lost appetite, scour-
ing, red water, abortion, barrenness, retained afterbirth, milk
fever and prevents tuberculosis. It is a safe and powerful tonic,
corrects stomach disorders, makes pure blood and causes a larger
flow of richer milk.
It is in powdered form, carefully compounded of twelve drugs —
which may be divided into four sets, one set acting on the stomach,
another on the organs of generation, another on the kidneys and
bladder, and the fourth set on the blood.
It is especially designed for the cow, and is the only remedy
known that entirely fits her case. General and special directions
on each package.
One dessertspoonful or more once each day with a feed of grain,
or, better, L. & B. FEED, will cost about five cents a week per cow,
or less than, one cent per day to use Kow-Kure, and it. makes
Every Cow Pay.
1%-lb cartons, full net weight 50c
3-lb cans, full net weight $1.00
Grange Garget Cure — A cure for garget and milk fever that
has stood the test of twenty years and is a complete success. Un-
like saltpetre, garget root, camphor and such stomach irritating
drugs, it will not injure the butter nor lessen the flow of milk. Give
one heaping teaspoonful with regular feed every morning until
cured.
Put up in cans, 1% lbs net weight 50c
American Horse Tonic is not an ordinary condition powder,
but is a safe and powerful tonic, especially designed for the horse,,
and it takes but a few doses to show how quickly the animal im-
proves under its use. It quickly cures worms, loss of appetite,
roughness of the hair or coat, stoppage of water or bowels, all
coughs or colds, inflammation of lungs or bowels, recent founders,
swelling of the glands of the throat, horse distemper and that,
logy look.
It is put up in separate powders, one dose each. For a tonic, one powder mixed with L. & B. Feed every morning for
five days, then omit two days, will secure the best results. If necessary, continue the treatment. Full directions, general
and specific, in each box. One dozen powders in each box; price 50c.
KOW-KURE
Is a preparation in powder form and is given in the regular feed. It is scientifically prepared from twelve drugs — vegetable.
It is made to cure cow troubles, is all medicine and for the cow only. It has stood the test of nine years and is a complete
success.
The odd and striking name of KOW-KURE was given to this medicine, that dairymen may be protected against fraud.
Take nothing else..
This medicine is made only by the Dairy Association, Lyndonville, Vt., organized under the state laws, a corporation ex-
isting for the sole purpose of benefiting the dairy by curing the cow of profit-destroying diseases. As far as known it is;
the only association of its kind in the world.
Kow-Kure is for sale in your town. (See name on the envelope.) Get it and make a careful trial on some special cow
in your herd and see how quickly it will change a losing cow into a paying one.
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y
A Beginning.
We cannot recommend to any one without experience more
than a small beginning, say from one to six colonies of bees,
and the hives and implements needed at first. These, with a
good book of instructions, such as the A B C of Bee Culture,
will enable you to get the experience necessary to successful
bee-keeping. After the first or second year, with a few bees
you will be better prepared to enlarge your investment if you
think best. If you should invest heavily at first, and, because
of inexperience or other unfavorable circumstances, should not
make the success you expected on the start, the result with
most people would be that they would give it up entirely; while
If you proceed carefully and with perseverance, you are bound
to succeed.
Beginner’s Outfit.
If you should go no further, there are a good many begin-
ners who would not know just what, among the many things
shown in this catalogue, they would need to order for a begin-
ning. There are some things that you cannot well get along
without. In order to assist you to a judicious beginning, we
put up an outfit consisting of the hives and implements neces-
sary for a start of two or three colonies of bees. This consists
of the following, and is styled our
give you an idea of the necessary outfit, we have given a list
above of the supplies needed. After you have gotten the hives
in the flat, nail them up, put in the foundation, and then you are
ready to transfer the bees. When they are nicely going on their
new set of combs, you can then, if you prefer, Italianize them.
From one colony, by good management, you can increase, by
dividing, to four or five during the season. For directions, see
Artificial Swarming, and Dividing, in the A B C of Bee Culture;
cloth, $1.25. Such a start can be made very cheaply, and at the
same time give you valuable experience in the care and manage-
ment of bees.
How to Italianize an Apiary.
There are several ways this can be done: First, by buying
tested queens for every one of the colonies containing black or
hybrid queens. The old queens should, of course, be removed,
and the hive left queenless for a couple of days before the new
mothers are introduced. This method, although the surest, is
rather expensive.
A cheaper way, and the one we would generally recommend,
is to buy untested Italian queens. Nine-tenths of the untested
we send out will prove to be purely mated; and then, if the
beginner loses his queen in introducing, the loss of an untested
is only half that of a tested.
Prevention by Caging the Queen.
In the production of comb honey there is only one reliable
method, and that means so much work that the majority of bee-
keepers do not practice it. Cage the queen of each colony over
the brood-nest at the approach of the swarming season, and then
in eight days cut out the queen-cells, and in eight days cut the
cells again ; but if you haven’t a large apiary, and you have spare
time nights and mornings, the labor will not figure much. The
cutting-out of the cells alone or giving plenty of surplus room
will help greatly to discourage, if not prevent swarming
altogether.
Clipped-Wing Plan, or the Easiest Way of Managing Swarming.
Beginner’s Outfit No. 1.
1 A B C of Bee Culture, cloth $1 25
1 No. 2 veil 50
1 Clark's smoker 50
6 No. 1 Dov. hives, complete 6 00
All shipped together, the price will be $8.00. Full directions
for putting the hives together are always included. For those
who can afford it, we would advise, in addition to the above, the
following tools, which will be found very convenient, if not quite
Indispensable:
Daisy foundation-roller $ 15
Daisy foundation-fastener 1 00
1 spur wire-imbedder 16
5 lbs. medium brood foundation 2 40
1 qt. paint for hives 45
1 Alley’s queen-trap 50
1 Porter bee-escape and board complete 35
Total additional supplies $5 00
These, added to Outfit No. 1, compose our Beginner’s Outfit
No. 2, and costs, complete, $13.00. These goods go at third-class
freight, and weigh less than 200 lbs., and the freight to most
points in this and near-by states will be less than $1.00 on either
outfit.
How to Make a Start in Bees.
We advise you to buy black or brown bees in your own vicin-
ity. Bees may be purchased in box hives, anywhere from three
to five dollars per colony. They should then be transferred. To
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But most apiarists think it an advantage to let the bees
swarm once; and as all their queens’ wings are clipped, when
the swarm comes forth the queen is caught in a Miller queen-
catcher cage as she is crawling around in front of the entrance.
The old hive is then removed to a new stand, and an empty one
(several such should be kept in readiness) put in its place when
the queen is put in front of the entrance caged. The bees, on
discovering the absence of the queen, will soon return pellmell
to the old stand. The surplus chamber, if there was one on the
old hive, is put on the new one now on the old stand.
This manner of catching the swarm is so little labor that the
"women-folks” do not object to it, since there is no handling of
the swarm itself, no climbing of trees after it, and it is all done,
practically, by catching the queen. The empty hive is easily
handled, and the old hive need be moved but a few feet, when
you will take care of it when you get home. You will also need
to release the queen.
The Entrance-Guard Plan.
In place of clipping the queen’s wings, many apiarists prefer
the entrance-guards, one of which is attached at every entrance
The queen cannot, of course, pass the perforated zinc, and there
is, in consequence, no danger of her getting lost in the grasa
Then if the women-folks won’t go near, the bees will go back
to the old hive; but you may be sure they will try it over again
unless you give them a new hive full of empty combs or frame*
of foundation. They will then go to work, and probably give It
up for the rest of the season. This plan has the advantage that ■
fiVP.rvthiner will takp nf itaolf till -vmi t rot hnmfv and there w _
everything will take care of itself till you get home, and there
no danger, either, that you will lose any swarms.
BEE SUPPLIES— Continued
The Alley Trap.
This goes one step further, and catches the queen in a com-
partment by herself. The whole trap may then be detached, and
the queen liberated in a new hive of combs on the old stand,
carrying out the plan outlined under the “clipped-queen” plan
above.
Prevention of Swarming When Running for Extracted Honey.
This is far easier to accomplish. Give the queen unlimited
room for egg-laying, and, if necessary, put on another eight-
frame body. From the lower story draw out a
couple of combs and put them above, filling out
the space in both stories with empty combs or
frames of foundation. Extract from both stories
as often as need be, or put on a third story of
empty comb or foundation. The main thing seems
to be to give the queen and bees an abundance
of room. You may ask why you could not do this
for comb honey. Before the bees go into the sec-
tions they will fill the combs next to the brood
with honey; and if the season should be short
you would get no honey in the sections. But in extracting you
can take from the bees just as much as, in your judgment, the
bees can spare. This subject is treated far more fully in A B C
7 of Bee Culture. Price, in cloth, $1.25.
Feeding.
Bees are fed for two purposes: To stimulate brood-rearing,
or to supply them with necessary stores for winter. For stimu-
lative feeding, there is nothing better than the
Simplicity Feeder.
This is to be filled with syrup made by mixing together
granulated sugar and water in equal proportions by measure,
and heating
until thoroughly
dissolved. This
feeder may be
placed at the en-
trance at night,
over the brood-frames, by placing on top of the hive, or in the
brood-nest itself, if a couple of frames are removed. Feeding
should generally be done at night, so that the syrup can be all
taken up and disposed of before morning. Each, 6c; per 10, 50c.
The Gray Simplicity Feeder.
This is simply a Simplicity feeder arranged with a glass slide.
It is designed to be placed tight up against the entrance; and
after filling, the glass is pushed back to cover up the entire
feeder. Each, 20c; per 10, $1.25.
The Miller Feeder.
Queens. — Grade and Price of Queens.
:
"" Untested Queen — January, February, March, $1.50; April,
May, June, $1.00; July, August, September, October, 75 cents;
“•'November, December, $1.00.
Tested Queen — January, February, March, $2.00; April, May,
June, $1.50; July, August, September, October, $1.25; Novem-
ber, December, $1.50.
Cages for Queens.
®>‘ As the Benton cage is so far superior to all others for mailing,
:''[;t is the only one we offer for the purpose. To introduce, all
that is neces-
sary is to pull
out the cork,
and the bees
“do the rest;”
i. e., cut out
the candy and
liberate the
queen by a
well-known princi-
ple. The three-hole
principle makes the cage,
to a certain extent, climatic.
One of the end holes is filled with
candy; the other end hole is ventilated,
while the center one receives ventilation
ie««ily from the ventilated one. When the bees go over the
1 stand, ountains they will seek the center and warmer hole next to the
jdjlalandy. In hot climates they will naturally occupy the ventilated
‘jjnotole. Another feature of the cage is, that the holes are so
jjjiliinall that the concussions through the mails do not jostle the
jjtjiiioes about so much. Each, 5c; per 10, 40c.
pin I*
Ion#
West’s Queen-Cell Protector.
These are to prevent bees from gnawing into and tearing
wn cells given them at certain times of the year. When a
s^oiee cell with one of these is placed in the hive, it can
TjttrSlidily be picked out from others that may have started up
.^C^e where in the hive. With them the apiary can be requeened
, . pring the swarming season at very little expense; and this,
a certain extent, will control swarming. Complete directions
use accompany each lot of cages. We also furnish spiral
I (jjll^es, to be slipped over these cell protectors, as shown in the
; at the right. These are designed to hold the virgin queen,
' . ...er she hatches, till she can be disposed of. Each, 10c;
10, 80c.
This is designed to be placed inside of a super, or in the
upper story on top of the brood-frames. It has two compart-
ments for syrup. The passageway to the bees is directly over
the center of the brood-nest, at a point where there is the great-
est warmth, and this makes it possible for bees to take down
the syrup on cold freezing days, when the apiarist has been so
negligent as to leave this operation for the last thing. Strips of
wire cloth are nailed to bottom edges of the two outside boards
forming bee-passages, so that it is impossible for the bees to
get into the syrup and get drowned, and yet they are enabled to
take out the last drop. To feed, simply raise the cover; and if
the colony needs 10 pounds of syrup fill one compartment about
two-thirds full. If it needs 20 pounds, fill both compartments,
nearly full. The amount of stores can be quite accurately
gauged on the same plan, pro rata. This measures Il%xl8x4%
inches outside, and will go inside of an eight-frame dovetailed"
super or any of the hives we sell.
Complete directions for nailing these feeders and preparing,
them so they will not leak are sent with each lot in flat. Each^
30c; per 10, $2.50.
Price List of Shipping Cases.
In FI
at.
Size.
Each
1
10
100
48-lb double-tier shipping-case
25
16
$1 60
1 40
$14 0(1
12 Od
9 50
24-lt) single-tier shipping-case
20
14
12-Ib two-row shipping-case
15
12
1 00
Glass extra in flat.
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BEE SUPPLIES — Continued
Clark’s Cold-Blast Smoker.
The Clark cold-blast smoker has probably exceeded the sales
of all others put to-
gether, the annual
number sold amount-
ing to from fifteen to
twenty thousand. Be-
sides being cheap In
price it is well made,
of good size, reliable
and serviceable. It is
a breech-loader, and
therefore is easily re-
plenished by simply re-
volving the sliding-
door — no hot cone to
replace and no burning
of fingers. It is easily
lighted with a match,
and when once well
agoing it will not go
out.
Price List of Clark's Cold-Blast Smoker.
One to four smokers, 50c each; by mail, 70c.
Prices of larger quantities on application.
Coggshall’s Bee-Brush.
This is a sort of whisk-broom especially adapted and made
for brushing bees. The
strands are thinned out, and
S=- longer, so as to give a soft
5 pliable sweep to the combs
5 For the wholesale brushing
5? of bees off combs in extract-
ing. we do not hesitate to pro
nounce this the best. Price
15c; postage, 6c extra.
Hives. — Size of Hives.
Before describing our hives a few words regarding sizes may
not be amiss. In the first place, the Langstroth frame, 9% inches
deep by 17% long,
has been, by com-
mon consent, accept-
ed as the standard
for the United States,
Canada, West Indies,
Mexico, Australia and
New Zealand, insofar
as there is any ac-
cepted standard at
all. This size of
frame, aside from the
fact that it is stand-
ard, has some decided
points of merit. It
tiers up well; being
shallow, it is easily withdrawn from the brood-nest, and hence is
more easily handled than a deep frame; it brings the brood close
up to the surplus, and gives a large surface for it; and, what is of
considerable importance, it uses to tne best advantage a standard
width of barn-boards for the construction of the hive to contain
them. A deep frame, on the contrary, requires wider lumber.
The size of the frame, then, regulates the length and depth of the
hive, but not its width. A Langstroth hive never contains less
than eight frames nor more than twelve. The eight-frame size
seems to be by all odds the leader, by ten to one, of all the rest put
together; for, indeed, it seems to be the best adapted for the most
of the localities. The eight-frame size is just large enough for
the requirements of the average queen; and if she fills up the
brood-nest, the surplus will be crowded just where we want it —
in the supers.
While we make both the ten and twelve-frame Dovetailed
hives, and recognize that there is a legitimate demand for them
in some localities, we strongly urge the beginner, and others who
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have not decided this question for themselves, to adopt the stand-
ard eight-frame size. It will probably be best adapted for your
locality as it is in the great majority of them.
The particular feature of this hive, and hence its name, and
the one which has made it rise so rapidly into popularity, is the
dovetailed — or, more properly speaking, the lock corner. Unlike
the old-fashioned lap, miter, or halving plan, it will not gap or
pull loose, but will successfully resist all climates, and even a
California sun. Our Dovetailed hives are easily put together, and
when properly nailed they have five times the strength of the old-
fashioned hive bodies depending merely on the strength of the
nails; hence, when once put together square, they will stay so.
All our dovetailing is done on special automatic machinery that
makes smooth, accurate, polished, square cuts.
Descriptive List of Dovetailed Hives
No. 1 Dovetailed hive, 8-frame, complete, a 1%-story hive for
comb honey, as shown, includes bottom-board and cover; a body
with eight improved Hoffman thick-top frames and plain division-
board; one super with a follower and wedge; six section-holders
with slotted separators, sections, and foundation starters.
No. IE is the same hive leaving out sections and starters;
everything else mentioned is included.
No. 2 Dovetailed hive, 8-frame, complete, includes a bottom
and cover, a body with eight Hoffman thick-top frames, division-
board, two supers with followers and wedges, twelve section-hold-
ers, with sections, separators, and foundation starters, making a
2-story hive for comb honey, as shown.
No. 2E is No. 2, with sections and starters omitted.
No. 5 Dovetailed hive, 8-frame, complete, is a 2-story hive for
extractor, and includes bottom and cover, two bodies with sixteen
Hoffman frames and two division-boards; foundation starters for
frames, and No. 13 zinc honey-board, as shown.
No. 5E is the same as No. 5, with starters and honey-board
omitted.
Dovetailed Hives at Root’s Prices.
Order by number and carry out the price.
Number and Name.
Nailed
each.
In
flat.
1
10
Weight
of 10.
No. 1 Dovetailed hive, complete
No. IE Dovetailed hive, empty
No. 2 Dovetailed hive, complete
No. 2E Dovetailed hive, empty
No. 5 Dovetailed hive, complete
No. 5E Dovetailed hive, empty
$1 70
1 40
2 30
1 80
2 00
1 65
$1 30
1 10
1 70
1 35
1 50
1 25
$12 00
10 00
16 00
12 50
14 00
11 50
290 lbs.
270 lbs.
370 lbs.
330 lbs.
330 lbs.
320 lbs.
Write for prices on larger quantities.
Five hives furnished at the same rate as ten.
*
Any of above hives furnished with frames pierced, and wire
included without extra charge if so ordered. If wanted, add P. W.
to the number in ordering.
Honey-boards may be added at price in table of honey-boards.
Hives furnished with gable covers, instead of flat cover, same
price if so ordered. If wanted, add G. to the number in ordering.
Western Hives.
We have them. They are made from best Oregon pine, and are
the best cheap hives on the market. Note the prices.
Each,
Each,
Nailed.
in flats.
10.
No.
1, 8-frame
$1 40
$1 20
$11 00
No.
IE. 8-frame
1 10
1 95
8 75
No.
2, 8-frame
1 75
1 50
14 00
No.
2E, 8-frame
1 40
1 20
11 00
Ten-Frame Dovetailed Hives.
We will make the Dovetailed hive 10-frame instead of 8-frame,
in any of the above numbers, as follows:
In flat, 25c extra.
BEE SUPPLIES — Continued
Perforated Zinc.
This is used be-
tween the upper and
lower stories, to pre-
vent the queen from
going above. It is
also used in entrance
guards, for queen
and drone traps, etc.
The size of the per-
forations in our
make of zinc is
17-100. This is found to effectually stop all queens and drones
from passing through, but allows the workers to pass easily with-
out hindrance.
Price List of Perforated Zinc.
Zinc strips, 1 row holes, %xl8 to 19% inches, per 100 $1.00
Perforated zinc sheets, 28x96 inches, each 1.40
Less than a sheet of zinc, 10c per foot. By mail, 10c per foot
extra. Zinc strips may be sent by mail for lc each postage.
until the apiarist can give her his attention. As she cannot get
away, the bees will in all likelihood return into the hive. Or, if
you happen to be on hand when the swarm comes out, the trap
with the queen can be placed among the flying bees. The latter
will probably cluster about the queen, and they may then be
hived. Price, 55c each; $4.50 per 10.
Daisy Foundation Fastener.
Price, with lamp, $1.00; without lamp, 75c; weight without
lamp, 5 lbs.
This is the best for putting starters into sections. Nothing
could be more simple, or more easily operated than this machine;
and we are sure it will put starters in better and faster than any
machine before produced. With this a boy or girl will put start-
ers in about 500 sections per hour, and do it nicer than any of
the presser machines we formerly sold. Complete directions
accompany each machine.
Honey-Knives.
Honey-Boards.
Their chief use is
for confining the
queen in the brood-
chamber, and we
have had many tes-
timonials from large
bee-keepers of their
value for this pur-
pose, particularly for
extracting.
This is by no means
equal to the Bingham or
Abbott for uncapping
alone, but useful for other
purposes, such as scrap-
ing propolis off bottom .... „ ,, ..
boards, covers, etc., for The Novice Honey-Kmfe.
transferring and cutting chunk honey generally. It has a thin
blade, with a keen edge, beautifully finished. The Quinby is the
same knife, with the point curved. Each, 85c; postage 5c.
Abbott Uncapping-Knife.
Price List of Honey-Boards.
Order by number and name, and carry out the price.
No. 11, 8-frame unbound zinc, 12x19%, 20c each; price of 10,
$1.50; weight of 10, 8 lbs.
No. 2 Simp, wood-bound zinc, 14%xl9%, 25c each; price of 10,
$2.00; weight of 10, 10 lbs.
Price, 10 for 25c; per 100, $2.00.
This style of knife is
altogether the best for un-
capping. It is now made
of the best American steel,
and an exact copy of Bing-
ham’s, except the holes. We send this knife when order does
not specify which kind is wanted, because we consider it the best.
Each, 85c; postage 5c.
Porter Bee-Escape.
Price, escapes only, 20c
each; $2.25 per doz., post-
age paid. We furnish these
to dealers at manufactur-
ers’ prices.
Board complete for Dove-
tailed hive, 35c each.
It is almost superfluous
to say anything in favor of
this most excellent device. No well-regulated apiary can be com-
plete without at least a few bee-escapes, and the Porter seems to
be the best.
Bee-Entrance Guards.
Price, by mail, 10c
; 10 for 60c.
These are placed in
front of the entrances
various purposes,
may be used in
time to pre-
the queen from go-
out, or on the hives
drones are not
as you want to
from at a time
when you are rearing queens.
Alley’s Queen and Drone Trap.
Daisy Foundation-Roller.
Price 15c; by mail, 18c.
All that is necessary is to lay the sheet on the wires, dip the
roller into water to prevent the wax from sticking, and pass it
along the edge of the foundation. The first time over the press-
ure should be light, and increased until the edge is firmly pressed
into the wood.
Price List of 4%-lnch Sections.
White, any width, price of 1000, $3.90; 3000, $11.25.
Cream, 1% and 1 15-16, price of 1000, $3.75; 3000, $9.85.
It is designed to automatically catch and cage the drones in
an apartment by themselves. They can then be carried to another
apiary, or be destroyed, as circumstances require. The trap will
also catch the queen when a swarm issues, and hold her confined
White, 50c per 100, or 500 for $2.15.
Cream, 45c per 100, or 500 for $2.00. >'
Write for special prices on large quantities.
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BEE SUPPLIES — Continued
Spur Wire-lmbedder.
Price 15c; by mail, 18c.
This is a little tool like a tracing wheel, with the teeth set in
such a way as to straddle the wire while it is in the act of im-
bedding. It is the best tool we have ever tried for the purpose.
jar the latter off the limb, and close the lid by raking it against
a lower limb, so as to thrown it over on top. Half or two-thirds
of the bees will be in the basket. Adjust the legs of tripod so
that the basket will be suspended in the air, where the bees are
flying the thickest. They, attracted by the bees inside, will
cluster on the outside of the basket. While the bees are clus-
tering, prepare the hive, if you have not already done so. This
done, go back to the catcher, which you will find has caught all
the bees. Very gently lift up the two front legs of the tripod,
fold them against the main bar, and then carry the whole to
the empty hive; invert the basket and dump. Close the hive,
and the hiving is done. This device will reach a swarm twenty
feet from the ground; it is light and easily handled. After the
bees are once in the basket they cannot escape, and the prison-
ers will draw the others. The great feature of the device is
that it will stand alone, and hold the basket where the bees are
flying the thickest, without any one holding it, while the apiar-
ist in the meantime is preparing a hive elsewhere.
Comb Foundation.
All our comb foundation is made from pure bright yellow
beeswax. The lightest-colored is selected for thin foundation
for sections, and the rest is made into comb foundation for the
brood chamber.
Table of Prices of Comb Foundation.
When you order, be sure to tell which weight you want, and
give price.
Small samples of each kind will be mailed free. We guar-
antee foundation furnished fully equal to samples in every re-
Bpect. Send for samples and compare with other makes, and
see if ours is not fully equal, if not superior, to any other on the
market.
Price per lb, in
lots not less than :
Name of Grade —
Sq. ft. per lb.
1 lb.
10 lbs. 25 lbs.
Heavy brood foundation
4 to 5
$0.47
$0.46
$0.45
Medium brood foundation
5 to 6
.47
.46
.45
Light brood foundation
7 to 8
.60
.49
.48
Thin surplus foundation
10
.57
.56
.55
Extra thin surplus foundation.
. . . . 11 to 12
.62
.61
.60
For 100 lbs or over, write for wholesale price.
Foundation packed for mailing requires 25c per lb postage.
Not less than 1 lb of brood foundation, L size, can be packed
Bafely for mailing, nor less than 3 lbs of larger sizes. Brood
foundation is made in one regular size, 7%xl6%.
Thin and extra thin surplus is in sheets one regular width,
3% inches, and 15%, 16%, or 19% inches long.
Price List of Rubber Gloves.
Ladies’ sizes, Nos. 6, 7, 8 and 9 $1.35 ; postage 5c
Gents’ sizes, Nos. 10, 11 and 12 1.45; postage 5c
Extra long driving, Nos. 13 and 14 1.70; postage 10c
Mark size of hand on sheet of paper when ordering.
If you order by number, remember that In rubber you need
two sizes larger than you wear in kid; i. e., if you wear No. 6 in
kid, you will need No. 8 rubber.
Manum's Swarm-Catcher.
Price, with pole, $1.25; without pole, $1.00.
We have tested and examined many swarm-catchers, but
have never found anything that would begin to compare with
the Manum. It is simply a wire-cloth basket with a lid to close
it. To hive a swarm whose queen is at large with the bees,
open the basket, as shown; push It up around the cluster of bees.
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Honey Extractors.
Showing the Relative Sizes.
The above cut will show, better than anything we can say,
the relative sizes of the three machines we build for Langstroth
frames. They weigh respectively 25, 45 and 117 lbs, uncrated,
and the diameter of the cans are, respectively, 17, 20 and 28
inches.
Price List of Extractors.
No. 16, Cowan Reversible, 2 frame $12.00
No. 18, Cowan Reversible, 2 frame 15.00
No. 25, Cowan Reversible, 4 frame 23.00
Bee Veils.
Our veils each contain 1% yards
of the best material for the purpose.
They are well made, with rubber
cord in the top to fit around the hat,
and the lower edge is bound with
blue ribbon to prevent fraying.
No. 2, cotton, with silk face, 50c.
Tinned Wire.
No. 30 tinned wire
seems to be the most
suitable of any for wiring
frames. We keep it in
stock of the following
sizes;
Sizes furnished —
li-oz spools No. 30 tinned wire
V|-lb spools No. 30 tinned wire
%-lb spools No. 30 tinned wire
1-Ib spools No. 30 tinned wire
5-lb coils No. 30 tinned wire .
Postage.
Each.
Dozen.
Each.
$0.03
$0.30
$0.02
.12
1.20
.06
.20
2.10
.10
.30
3.30
.18
1.00
SPRAY PUMPS AND MATERIALS
For Spraying Trees and Shrubbery, Painting, Whitewashing, etc.
The subject of spraying fruit trees and small fruits has been so thoroughly discussed and written up in all
its details and different phases in fruit growing periodicals and agricultural journals, coupled with the fact that
every fruit growing state has its own Experimetal Station, Agricultural Society or College from which documents
and bulletins are issued free to its residents on application, giving resluts of its experiments, different formulas
for all kinds of insects and trees, in the most approved and scientific manner, containing complete information,
describing the different insects, the formula to use, and how and when to apply it, thus establishing the fact
that spraying does pay, and is necessary to insure crops. On application we give some valuable tables telling
How and When to spray.
The spray pump shown in Fig-. 639 is constructed entirely of brass, a material that is not affected by the
poisonous arsenites used in different formulas for spraying fruit trees, vines and shrubbery. They are so
arranged that the labor of pumping is all done on the downward stroke of the piston and nothing on the up.
The effect of this operation while pumping is to hold the pump down. The foot rest steadies the pump,
holding it in proper position.
They are provided with a large air chamber, and have ball valves ; the pressure is held uniformly in the
air chamber and on the hose, so that the nozzle throws a continuous spray, and is not affected by the movement
of the plunger. The operator is enabled to keep a constant pressure on the nozzle of from 50 to 100 lbs. with
very ordinary exertion. Will throw a solid stream 50 feet, and are of unusual value for washing windows and
buggies, extinguishing fires, sprinkling lawns, flowers, etc. For spraying are arranged so as to discharge a
fine jet in the bottom of the bucket to keep the solution thoroughly mixed and agitated, a feature peculiar to
these pumps only, and a very necessary feature to a spray pump. The pumps are also provided with a
sprinkler for flowers. Price, $3.50. With 8 ft iron extension pipe, $3.75.
No. 601. Is the same as 639 without the foot rest; having a clamp that fastens it to the side of a pail or
whatever vessel contains the liquid. Price $3.00. With 8 ft extension pipe, $3.50.
EXTENSION PIPE
This article seems to be so generally misunderstood that we wish to call particular attention to it. A great many bucket pumps
have been condemned for the reason that dealers do not insist on their customers buying a pipe extension. You will readily understand
that a fine mist spray cannot be thrown over 12 to 15 feet, and it is positively necessary that an 8 foot pipe extension be used with each
dump. By this means the water is carried solid to a distance of 10 feet and sprayed from that point, which enables the user to reach
the highest tree. Price, 8 ft pipe, 75c. With stopcock, $1.25.
All nozzles fit our pipe extension and pumps.
If Vermorel or Bordeaux nozzles are wanted with any of our pumps, add 50c to the price listed.
A SPRAY PUMP FOR $1.25
The Faultless Sprayer, made of brass, throws a spray as fine as mist, kills, drives away and exterminates every living thing
obnoxious to yourself, your animals or your crops. Is adapted for the destroying of every kind of insect. One-half teaspoonful of
Paris green and once filling with water is sufficient to destroy all the hugs on 1300 hills of potatoes.
The Faultless Sprayer is absolutely the best constructed spayer of its class ever offered to the trade. For strength and durability
it has no equal. The tapering point to air chamber gives great force to the spray, carrying it to the greatest possible distance.
This tapering tube also allows the air chamber to be fastened to the tank in the most substantial manner. The tube of air
chamber is soldered to top of reservoir and also supported by a broad strap of metal passing over point of tube. The point of air
chamber and small tube through which the liquid passes are thoroughly protected from damage in use or shipping. Piston rod is
spring steel wire and cup leather plunger. Price, $1.25. Sent to any address, charges paid, for 25c extra.
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Fig-. 000
DOUBLE ACTING BARREL PUMPS
The Myers Barrel Spray Pump is constructed on the most improved
plan and in harmony with the requirements that have been developed by sci-
entists in charge of experiment stations.
It has our patent submerged cylinder, is double acting, has patent expan-
sive plunger bucket, large air chamber to cushion the spray, is provided with
two discharge ports (one on each side), of which one or both can be used for
spraying. The base is properly shaped to fasten on the side or head of barrel,
has steel pins, long handle, and is fitted with brass upper and brass lined
lower cylinders with ground brass check valve and brass seat. No rubber or
leather valves. It is very powerful and easy to operate; will throw an even,
mist like spray over any fruit tree, and will throw a solid stream 60 feet from
the point of the nozzle. With the proper hose and pipe extension these
pumps are adapted for use in vineyards, gardens or orchards, for the exter-
mination of any kind of insects that are injurious either to the fruit trees,
vines or foliage. All barrel pumps fitted with agitator without
ADDITIONAL CHARGE.
FIG. 660— PRICES WITHOUT BARREL
Pump alone, with suction pipe, strainer and jet agitator $7 50
Pump complete, with suction pipe, strainer and jet agitator, 5 ft. V6-in.
3-ply hose and vermorel nozzle 9 00
Pump complete, with suction pipe, strainer, jet agitator, 2 leads of
Vfc-in. hose, with vermorel nozzles 10 50
If mechanical agitator is wanted in place of jet add $1 to list price.
THE PERFECT BARREL PUMP
Pig. 655 represents our Perfect Barrel Spray Pump, which is manifestly the best barrel spray pump ever
offered to the trade. It is constructed on the well known principle of our regular Myers Barrel Spray Pump,
shown and described on this page, which principle is, without question, the best that mechanical skill and ingen-
uity can conceive, it being single acting in the suction and double acting in the
discharge, i. e., it discharges half the water on the up stroke and half on the
down stroke of the handle. It requires but one-half the power expended to
operate the ordinary spray pump.
It has an exceedingly large air chamber, which is very necessary (espe-
cially when two leads of hose are used), in connection with the mechanical
construction above described, which enables the operator to work this pump
under pressure with much less exertion than is required with other large spray
pumps.
Construction — The main body of the pump is all air chamber, excepting
what is taken up by the small tube upper cylinder. The cylinders are brass
and brass lined, fitted with patent expanding plunger, and it has brass valve
seat and brass check valve. The base is separate and can be removed. All
parts can be removed by disconnecting the handle and removing the lower
cylinder cap.
The pump is fitted with jet agitator without extra charge. When fitted
with mechanical agitator, as shown by Fig. 655, an extra charge of $1 will be
made.
We recommend the Perfect Barrel Spray Pump as a thoroughly first
class article, and guarantee it to give satisfaction.
FIG. 666— PRICES WITHOUT BARREL
Pump alone, with strainer and jet agitator $12 00
Pump complete, with suction pipe, strainer, jet agitator, 5 ft. %-in.
Fig. 055 3-ply discharge hose, with vermorel nozzle 14 00
Same outfit with two leads discharge hose and two nozzles 15 00
ANY OF OUR PUMPS MOUNTED ON BARRELS FOR $1.50 EXTRA
SPRAY MATERIALS
SPRAY NOZZLES
MYERS GRADUATING VERMOREL SPRAY NOZZLE
Fig. 764 is constructed on the
general plan of the regular
Yermorel nozzle, with the im-
provement that the spray can
be graduated from a fine mist
up to a solid spray, carrying
the stream a much greater dis-
tance, or can be shut off en-
tirely. This is accomplished
by adjusting the screw plunger
shown in the sectional view, by
means of thumb nut. The de-
gorger is operated by the screw
plunger instead of spring.
Nozzle for ^ inch pipe. Price, each $1.00
Nozzle fitted for % inch hose. Price, each 1.25
BORDEAUX SPRAY AND SOLID STREAM NOZZLE
Use This Nozzle for Whitewashing
This nozzle will throw a fine fan-shaped spray and will readily
free itself, should it become clogged, by turning the cock handle.
It will throw a solid stream or may be shut off altogether, as de-
sired.
Price, each $1.00
HOP NOZZLE
Fig. 553 represents a nozzle espe-
cially designed for use in hopyards,
vineyards, or any place where deli-
cate vines are to be sprayed. This
nozzle, being arranged with five
openings, is- really a combination of
five Cyclone Nozzles, throwing a
very broad, fine spray, which covers
No. 553 an entire hop vine at one sweep, and
has no projections that are liable to
catch or break vines. Fitted for J4 inch pipe or % inch male end.
Price, each $1.50
IMPERIAL SPRAY NOZZLE
An improved Spray Nozzle which will throw a mist like spray.
This nozzle is improved over the regular Myers nozzle as follows:
The nozzle can be cleaned by simply removing the cap.
Price, each $0.50
CYCLONE NOZZLE
Fig. 550 is so arranged that the disc or cap
as shown can be unscrewed and cleaned at
any time. They are fitted to attach ^4 inch
pipe or i/2 inch male end, and can be used
with any of our pipe extensions. The spray
opening is at the side as per Fig. 550, or
straight away as per Fig. 551.
$0.80
HOSE REDUCER
Hose Reducer, used to reduce -hose to ^4 inch pipe. It is used
to connect an ordinary hose coupling in pipe extension.
Price, each $0.25
BRASS Y CONNECTION
Brass Y which is tapped for ^4 inch pipe. It is also threaded
to fit any of our spray nozzles. Two nozzles can be screwed on
each of the branches, making a double nozzle.
Price, each $0.50
Always use a pipe extension and
do your work thoroughly.
SEE LIST ON PAGE 4=7
For the want of space we only list a few of the ma-
terials used in spraying, and only those most popular
and effective for all purposes, but we will furnish upon
application special circular on the subject of “How,
When and What to Spray,” containing formulas fur-
nished by the State Board of Horticulture, for the
destruction of all the insects and fungi affecting our
orchards.
McBAIN’S CARBOLIC COMPOUND
Carbolic Acid has long been recognized as one of
the most essential requisites for the destruction of in-
sect life.
To do its work properly and effectually it must be-
held in solution. McBain’s Carbolic Compound does
this.
One to three applications at intervals of six weeks-
are all that is required, the winter spraying will not,
be needed.
To prepare a spray of McBain’s Carbolic Compound
requires neither time nor labor. No heating or boiling
of water is called for. Dilute forty gallons of cold
water with one gallon of the Compound for summer-
spraying, and twenty-five gallons of water with one of
the Compound for winter use. Assimilation of the in-
gredients is perfect and instantaneous without agita-
tion. No sediment forms and no troublesome clogging-
of nozzles delays application.
One gal 90c, 5 gals $4.00.
We are Agents for...
Dunn’s
Solid
Spray.
Manufactured according to the formulas furnished and recom-
mended by the State Boards of Horticulture of Oregon, Washing-
ton and Idaho. Special circular and prices furnished upon ap-
plication. Thousands are using it with the best possible results
in every fruit growing section in the Northwest and California, for
scale, aphis, moth and all insects and diseases affecting the or-
chards.
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No. 550
Not a Novelty
J- e*
ALTHOUGH of recent introduction,
•*- it has been thoroughly tested,
and has proved to be one of the earli-
est, sweetest, most tender and beauti-
ful sweet corn ever produced. For
market gardeners it is unexcelled, as
it is a rapid seller and always brings
the best price.
OUR seed is carefully selected from
the best cNforthern Grown strain.
^
Our New Snowball
Cauliflower
is the best strain of
* ‘Snow-ball” Cauliflower
we have ever offered. North-
ern grown, from imported seed .
Matures earlier and more uni-
formly than any other stock
sold.
* j*
60
Three Excellent Cabbages
First in Head!
First in Market !
First in the
Hearts of Gardeners !
Tilt WASHINGTON WAKEFIELD
Cabbage needs but little introduction this season, but we think this is the surest
heading early and purest strain ever offered.
TRUE HOLLANDER
This is also a well-known variety which undoubtedly stands at the head of winter Cab-
bages for uniformity and solidity of head. Average weight 8 lbs. per head. None better for
kraut.
™§ HARVEST
HOME...
is one of later production, of most excellent qual-
ity. Forms very large solid heads, with few outer
leaves. It does not crack, and keeps better than
any of the large-headed- variety.
51
ik
OF
df d5
COLLECTIONS
VEGETABLE SEEDS
These Collections will Not be Broken, Nor
the Assortment Changed.
This collection of 10 pack-
ages of tlie standard vegeta-
bles will encourage the boys
to undertake a little gardening. No better or
more profitable employment can be found for
them.
The packages are all full size and contain
the best new crop of seeds.
The varieties are as follows:
Beet
Cabbage
Cucumber
Lettuce
Musk Melon
Water Melon
Onion
Radish
Spinach
Tomato
Sent postpaid to any address.
No change in varieties will be made.
This most liberal offer will
supply a small family with
vegetables all summer, if
properly handled. The collection consists of
one package each of the following 18 varieties:
Beet
Cabbage, early
Cabbage, late
Celery
Carrot
Cucumber
Lettuce
Musk Melon
Water Melon
Do not ask for any change.
Onion, yellow
Onion, white
Parsnip
Radish, round
Radish, long
Spinach
Squash, early
Tomato
Turnip
This collection is unequal-
ed. The 25 packages offered
here for 75c will cost you
$1.25 anywhere else, but we make these offers
to encourage home gardening.
Asparagus
Beet
Cabbage, early
Cabbage, late
Celery
Carrot
Cucumber, early
Cucumber, late
Corn Salad
Cress, or pepper grass
Lettuce
Musk Melon, early
Musk Melon, late
Water Melon, early
Water Melon, late
Onion, yellow
Onion, white
Parsnip
Radish, round
Radish, long
Spinach
Squash
Tomato
T urnip
Ruta Baga
Delivered free to any address on receipt of price.
$1.00
The Prize Collection.
The most liberal offer
ever made, consisting
of 30 packages of the
best and earliest vegetables. Postpaid for $1.
Beet, select early sort
Beet, Improved Long Smooth
Blood
Beans, Rust Proof
Cabbage, Standard Early
Cabbage, Mammoth Late Bridge-
port Drumhead
Carrot, Best Long Variety
Cauliflower, Early Favorite
Celery, Improved Golden Heart
Corn, Sweet, Best Early Variety
Cress, Fine Curled or Pepper Grass
Cucumber, Fine Table Variety
Cucumber, Early Cluster
Lettuce, Best Head or Cabbage Vari-
ety
Melon, Musk, True Osage
Melon, Water, Fine Table Variety
Onion, Danvers
Onion, Fine Pickling and Table
Variety
Parsnip, Long Sugar
Parsley, Curled
Peas, Earliest Variety
Pepper, Mountain Sweet
Radish, Best Turnip Variety
Radish, Lady Finger
8age
Spinach, New Round Leaf
Squash Select Winter and Fall
Variety
8quash, New Crookneck
Turnip, Purple Top
Turnip, Ruta Baga
Tomato, Fine Red Variety
PINGREE
EARLY
OHIO
TRIUMPH
BOVEE
SIR
WALTER
RALEIGH
RURAL
NEW
YORKER
No. 2
BURPEE’S
EXTRA
EARLY
UNCLE
SAM
EARLY
ROSE
BURBANKS
GARNET
CHILLI
FAVORITES
We Guarantee Choice Seed Stock at the Lowest Prices.
Our stock is all grown from the most select strain.
See Page 30
4* Our Own cBrandL 4
The Result of Years of Experience
iin the Feed Business ^ ^ ^
Scientifically pre-
pared from care-
fully selected
grains^=^7
Put up in
901b.
Write for Prices
Our Sales of this Feed have increased
from iooo to 5000 tons annually for the
past five years.
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The Best bone and
muscle producing
Feed that can be
put up.
*» GRADUvS *
*
DELICIOUS
ELAVOR
ir
LARGE
SIZE
The Grradus Pea, sold under various names, is undoubtedly the most delicious of the
recent productions. It is a large pea, slightly wrinkled, and almost as early as the
Extra Early Alaska, First and Best, and other well-known early varieties, all of which
are small round peas, bearing only from 5 to 9 peas in each pod, while the Gradus pods
contain from 7 to 10.
It excels all others in Earliness, Flavor,
Size of Pods and Peas, and Productiveness
Large packet, 10c; half pound, 15c; one pound, 20c; seven pound for $1
The Only Onion Australian Growers Will Plant
Keeps Longer
Sells Easier
and tor
More
Money
Than
Any Other
Variety
Grown
THE SEED WE OFFER IS AMERICAN GROWN FROM THE ORIGINAL IMPORTATION
Do Not Fail to Try It. You Will Get the Best Price
Racket, lOc; ounce, 20c; quarter pound, 50c; one pound, $1.75
Metropolitan Printing & Minding Co.. 307-11 Second Ave. South, Seattle, Wash.
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