Y:
HERBERT W. JOHNSON, of the Late Firm of Johnson & Stokes,
President and General Manager
To My Friends, Old Customers and Prospective Buyers :
With the year 1909, 1 start my thirty-seventh year in the seed business, and it is very grati¬
fying that in all this time I have never done such a large business with progressive market and
private gardeners in all sections of this country as during the year 1908.
Before establishing the late firm of Johnson & Stokes in 1881, I had served a practical
appienticeship of nine years with one of the best-known seed houses in Philadelphia; thus,
being the experienced seedsman and senior partner of the firm, the active management of the
business of Johnson & Stokes naturally devolved upon me. During the twenty-five years the
old firm was in existence, I took PERSONAL AND COMPLETE CHARGE OF THE GROW¬
ING AND CONTRACTING WITH PRIVATE GROWERS FOR THE ENTIRE GARDEN
SEED SUPPLY OF JOHNSON & STOKES.
From the first it was my aim to build up and hold a market garden and critical private trade ;
and to do this, I realized that I must furnish, without regard to cost, not only the BEST SEEDS
1 HA I CROW, but the VARIETIES IT PAYS TO GROW. To this end, and for the express
purpose of studying the methods and crops of other seed growers, I traveled extensively, often
thousands of miles, during the growing seasons, visiting all the seed-growing sections of the
United States to inspect crops grown on contract in sections best suited to their development.
I also visited Europe, where some varieties seem to reach greater perfection than in our own
country, to become personally acquainted with the old and successful growers of England,
France, Germany, Holland and Denmark, and to familiarize myself with their methods.
With regard to new varieties, and especially those of foreign origin, it has always been my
plan, in addition to testing on our own grounds, to have TESTS MADE BY EXPERTS for
comparison, bor instance, a new pea or bean was sent for trial to an expert in growing these;
a new cabbage was sent to our expert cabbage-oeed grower on Long Island, and so on all
through the list. Thus I knew always the worth of a novelty before I gave it a place in our
catalogues.
Notwithstanding I am surrounded by many old employees, some of whom have had 20
to 25 years’ experience in the seed business, every department is given my personal care and
supervision, and it is my desire that my long experience as employee, partner, business manager
and seed grower may be of service to my many gardening friends in every way possible. With
best wishes for successful crops this season, I am,
Yours very truly,
I XT rx CJ V to Johnson’s Garden and
lllL/LiA Farm Manual for 1909
PAGES
Directions for Ordering: . . 3
Novelties and Specialties in
Vegetables. 4 to 18
Vegetable Seeds—General
List. 20 to 54
Johnson Quality Standards . . 19
, PAGES
Farm Seeds, Field Corn,
Grain, etc.55 to 61
Fodder Plants, Millets . . 59 to 61
Farinogerm .59
Grass and Clover Seeds, 62 and 65
Lawn Grass Seeds . . .15 and 62
Flower Seed Novelties . . 64 to 66
Flower Seeds — General . 67 to Si
Johnson’s Leaflet Essays Free, 18
Hooks for Farm and Garden . .18
Incubators and Hrooders
88, 89, 90, 91
Poultry and Bee Supplies,
Implements, etc.87 to 96
Vegetable Seeds.
PAGE
Artichoke, Roots.59
Asparagus.20
“ Roots .... 20
Beans, Bush, Green-Pod .21
Beans, Bush, Wax-Pod . . 21
Beans, for Shelling 22
Beans, Bush Limas . . . 5,22
“ Pole Limas . . 25
“ Pole.22
Beets, Garden.24
“ Sugar . 25
“ Mangel Wurzels 25
Brussels Sprouts.28
Cabbage, Early . . 6, 26, 27
“ Late . 28
Carrots .29
Cauliflower . 29
Celery .8, 30, 31
Chervil .54
Chicory .34, 54
Chives . 31
Collards . 31
Com Salad.31
“ Sweet or Sugar . . 32
“ Field. 55, 56, 57
“ Pop.32
Cress. 31
Cucumber. 33
Dandelion. 34
Egg Plant .... 9, 34
Endive.34
Garlic. 35
Gourds.34
Herbs. 54
Horse Radish. 35
Kale or Borecole.35
Kohl-Rabi . 35
Impair 5*j
Lettuce *.’ .’ .10. 36^ 37
Marjoram, Sweet.... 54
Martynia.41
Melons, Musk . . . 11,12, 38
“ Water ... 39, 40
Mushroom Spawn .... 40
Mustard. 41
Nasturtium.41
OkraorGombo. 41
Onion, American . . 13,42, 43
“ Foreign. 43
Onion, Sets.43
Parsley.46
Parsnip.46
Peanut. 59
Peas, Early.14, 44
“ Main Crop . . .15, 45
Peppers. 46
Potatoes, White.47
“ Sweet .47
Pumpkins.48
Kadish.. . 49, 50
Rhubarb. 50
“ Roots. 50
Ruta Bagas, or Swedes . . 54
Sage ... 54
Salsify .50
Sorrel . 54
Spinach . 50
Squash . 51
Thyme. 54
Tobacco ... . .61
Tomato . . . 16, 17, 52, .53
“ Jack Rose . . . .16, 52
“ Sparks’ Earliana, 17, 53
Turnipsand RutaBagas,54,59
Lawn Grass Seed . 15, 62
Permanent Pasture page
Grass Mixtures ... 63
Farm Seeds.
Artichoke Roots.59
Harley.57
Bean, Velvet.60
“ Soja.60
Broom Corn.61
Buckwheat.57
Clovers.63
Corn, Field . . . . 55, 56, 57
“ Kaftir.61
Fruit Tree Seeds.60
Grasses.62,63
Millets.59
Oats.58
Peas, Cow.60
“ Canada Field .... 60
Rape, Dwarf Essex .... 60
Speltz or Emmer .... 61
Spring Rye.57
Spring Wheat.57
Sugar Cane.60
Sunflower.61
Teosinte.61
Vetches. 61
Wild Rice.59
Flower Seeds.
Abronia.67
Abutilon.67
Acroclinum.67
Adlumia.67
Ageratum.67
Alyssum.67
Amaranthus.67
Ampelopsis.67
Antirrhinum.67
Aquilegia.67
Arctotis Grandis . . . . 67
Asters. 64, 65, 68
Hal loon Vine.69
Balsams. - 69
Balsam Apple and Pear . . 75
Begonia.69
Beilis. See Daisy.72
Calceolaria .69
Calendula.69
Campanula.69
Canary-Bird Flower, 69, 79, 81
Candytuft. 69
Cannas. 69
Carnations.66, 70
Castor-Oil Plant.79
Celosia.70
Ceil tau rea.70
Chrysanthemums ... 65, 70
Cineraria.71
Clarkia.71
Clematis.71
Cleome.71
Cobcea Scandens.71
Cockscomb.70
Columbine.67
Coreopsis.71
Cornflower.81
Cosmos.66, 71
Crotolaria.71
Cyclamen.71
Cypress Vine. 72
Dahlias. 72
Daisy.72
Datura.72
Delphinium.72
Dianthus ... 65, 66, 72
Digitalis.73
Flower Seeds—Con.
PAGE
Dolichos.73
Edelweiss.73
Eschscholtzia.73
Evening Primrose ... 73
Everlasting Flowers . . 73
Forget-me-nots .75
Four-O’Clocks.75
Gaillardia. 73
Geranium . 73
Gloxinias. 73
Godetia. 73
Gourds.34, 73
Grasses. 73, 74
Grevillea.74
Gypsophila .74
Helianthus.81
Heliotrope.74
Hibiscus.74
Hollyhocks.74
Humulus. 74
Ipomoea.75
Kenilworth Ivy.74
Lantana.74
Larkspur . 74
Lathvrus.74
Lobelias .74
Lychnis.75
Marigolds.75
Marvel of Peru.75
Mesembryanthemum ... 75
Mignonette ... . . 75
Mimulus. . . 75
Moon flowers . 75
Morning Glories.75
Myosotis. ... 75
Nasturtiums.76
Pansies.66, 77
Petunias.65, 78
Phloxes.66, 78
Pinks. 65, 66, 72
Poppies.65, 78
Portulaca.79
Primula.79
Pyrethrum.79
Ricinus.79
Salpiglossis.79
Salvia.79
Sensitive Plant.81
Smilax.81
Stocks.81
Stokesia Cyanea.81
Sunflowers.81
Sweet Peas.80
Sweet William.81
Thunbergia.81
Tropieolum. 81
Verbenas.81
Violet . 81
Wallflower..81
Wild Flower Garden . . 66
Zinnias.81
Plants.
Ampelopsis Veitchii . . 67
California Privet.86
Cornflower. 81
Fern Balls . 82
Moonflower. 75
Roses.85
Stokesia Cyanea .81
Strawberries.86
Bulbs.
Begonias,Tuberous Rooted 82
Caladiums. 82
Bulbs—Con.
PAGE
('annas.82
Cvcas Stems.82
Dahlias. .83
Gladioli.82
Gloxinias. 82
Lilies.84
Lily of the Valley .... 84
Pieonies.84
Miscellaneous.
Bee Supplies.87
Books.18
Brooders (Cyphers) .... 90
Dairy Supplies.87
Essays, Leaflet.18
Fertilizers.92
Incubators (Cyphers) 88, 89
Insecticides. 92
Peach Pits.(X)
Poultry Foods. 91
Scale Destroyer . . . . 92
Twine, Raphia, etc. . 94, 95
Implements.
Asparagus Buncher.... 94
Churns.87
Cider Mills.94
Corn Planters and Shellers94
Cultivators . . 96, 3d cover
Cutters.87
Dibbles.94
Drills.94, 3d cover
Flower Pots.94
Forks.94
Garden Tools .... 94, 95
Glazing Points.94
Harrows .... 96, 3d cover
Horse Radish Graters ... 94
Hose.94
Hot Bed Mats. 94
Iron Age Tools.96
Knives.94
Labels. 94
Mastica and Machines . . 94
Planet Jr. Tools . . 3d cover
Plant Bed Cloth. 94
Plows .87, 3d cover
Pruners.94
Pumps.93
Rakes.94
Reels and Lines.94
Root Cutters.87
Sash, Hot Bed.94
Saws and Scissors. 94
Scythes and Shears .... 94
Seed Sowers . 94
Shovels . ... 95
Sickles. 95
Sieves .95
Spades .95
Sprayers. 93
Thermometers .87
Trapes.95
Trowels . .95
Twines . 95
Water Pots .95
Water Barrel and Truck . 95
Weeders .95
Wheelbarrows.95
Wine and Berry Presses . 91
ADDRESS ALL ORDERS, CORRESPONDENCE, ETC., TO
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
217 MARKET STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA.
[tHUHIHi
OUR RETAIL STORE, 217 MARKET ST,
uSEEDSy
IMPLEMENTS
JOHNSON SEED CO.
EVERYTHING
GARDEN
Located on the principal business street of Philadelphia, and ex¬
tending through the block to No. 206 Church St. One of the
most complete modern seed warehouses in America,
fully equipped and up-to-date as to fixtures and other
facilities, and with a thorough organization for the
prompt and accurate execution of orders. When in town,
call and inspect it. We shall be glad to see you at any time.
A FEW “POINTERS’'
In this GARDEN AND FARM MANUAL.
we have, as is our custom, given strictly:
1. HONEST DESCRIPTIONS. Avoiding ex-
aggeration, we tell simply the exact truth — just what we
know from observation — about the varieties described.
2. HONEST ILLUSTRATIONS. Trusting
entirely to photographic reproduction, our cuts can, in
every particular, be relied upon to show you the exact
results of planting “JOHNSON’S TESTED AND
PROVEN SEEDS.”
3. HONEST PRICES. As low as is consistent
with first-class quality, without which no garden can be
successful.
OUR CHURCH ST. STORE, No. 206
A Snapshot Photograph of First Floor of Our Retail Store, 217 Market Street, Philadelphia
WE DELIVER, FREE BY MAIL, ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES
The U. S. Mail and its thousands of Rural Free Delivery Carriers, over this whole country, bring
our Seed Store to every farmer's door, as we deliver, postage paid, all vegetable and flower seeds offered
in this catalogue by the packet, ounce, quarter pound and pound.
Customers ordering these seeds by the pound, to be sent by freight or express, may deduct postage at
the rate of 10 cents per pound, except where noted. When sent in this way, the purchaser pays the freight
or express charges on receipt of seed. Purchaser pays express and freight charges also on pecks, bushels
and barrels, and on Farm Seeds, Implements, Poultry Supplies, etc.
WHEN POSSIBLE USE ORDER SHEET opposite page i, which can be easily detached from
book at perforated line, and which aiso contains full directions for ordering.
REMIT AMOUNT WITH ORDER.— Money can be sent safely by post-office money order, express
money order, bank draft or check. We will hold ourselves responsible for money sent in this way.
CASH. — Notes, silver or postage stamps, may also be sent at our risk and expense by registering
your letter; registration fee (8 cents) may be deducted from amount sent on orders of $1.00 and over.
The Most Liberal Premiums Ever Offered
50 CENTS WORTH OF SEEDS EXTRA ALLOWED FOR EACH ONE DOLLAR SENT US FOR SEEDS IN PACKETS
$122 BUYS SEEDS by the packet to the VALUE of $152.
d> $222 BUYS SEEDS by the packet to the VALUE of $322
$522BUYS SEEDS by the packet to*the VALUE of $752
25 CENTS WORTH OF SEEDS EXTRA ALLOWED FOR EACH ONE DOLLAR SENT US FOR SEEDS BY THE OUNCE
$122 BUYS SEEDS by the ounce to the VALUE of $122 O
$222 BUYS SEEDS by the ounce to the VALUE of $252
$522 BUYS SEEDS by the ounce to the VALUE of $625
$1022 BUYS SEEDS by the ounce to the VALUE of $1252
The above liberal premiums apply only to orders for flower and vegetable seeds in packets or
ounces. Our packets are large size and liberally filled, with full cultural directions printed thereon.
Novelties and Specialties in Vegetables
This is an age of progress in gardening as well
as in other professions. There is an increasing
demand for better vegetables and flowers.
The successful gardener, before ordering his
supply of seeds, makes a careful study of one or
more reliable seed catalogues. Me has probably
learned that there are two classes of seedsmen.
One class offer each year, in bewildering num¬
bers, novelties from the four quarters of the globe,
which they claim are destined to eclipse all similar
varieties heretofore known. Such catalogues the
gardener must regard humorously if he considers
them at all.
There is another class of seedsmen who are
constantly on the lookout for something of value.
New varieties of proven and distinct merit are
promptly included in their lists, after thorough trials,
such as made by us each season on our trial grounds.
SECTION OF OUR TRIAL GROUNDS. TESTING NOVELTIES.
NEW ASPARAGUS
STARKEY’S MAMMOTH PROLIFIC
Originated and selected by one of Phila¬
delphia’s most successful market gardeners,
who, for a few years past, has sent the largest
and handsomest Asparagus to this market,
realizing very high prices. Stalks are very
large, tender, succulent and distinct bright
green in color. Stalks measure to 2 inches
in diameter and have been known to weigh
X lb. each. Mr. Starkey is a high cultivator
and is usually one of the first in the market.
Seed, pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; ]4 lb., 50c.; lb.,
$1.75. Roots, 1 year old, by mail, postpaid,
per too, $1.75; by express, $1.25 per 100;
$6.50 per 1000; 2 years old, per 100, $1.50;
500 for $5.00; per 1000, $8.00.
WITHAM FIREBALL
THE EARLIEST KNOWN BEET
This is a new and distinct extra early
turnip-beet from an expert English grower,
seed of which was first offered last season.
The flesh is solid, crisp and sweet, brilliant
fiery red, much more intense than Eclipse.
In form it is a perfect globe with smooth skin,
a tiny tap root and very slender leaf stalks.
It is specially adapted for forcing, but can be
sown with equal success in the open ground.
Price, pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; X lb., 50c.; lb.,
$i-75-
NEW BEAN
JOHNSON’S GREEN POD STRINGLESS
POLE
After two years’ trial we take pleasure in
offering and recommending this new Green
Podded Stringless as the very best pole bean
in cultivation. The writer named and in¬
troduced the Lazy Wife’s and Andalusia Pole
Beans some years ago, but this new one beats
them all, being much earlier and covering a
longer season of productiveness. Pods in
clusters, 7 to 9 inches in length, dark green and
very meaty. Seed pearly white. Pkt., 15c.;
2 pkts., 25c.; pint, 35c., postpaid; by ex¬
press, qt., 50c.; 4 qts., $1.75 (supply limited).
Photograph of an
average pod of
JOHNSON’S NEW
GREEN POD STRING¬
LESS POLE BEAN
STARKEY’S MAMMOTH PROLIFIC ASPARAGUS.
NOVELTIES ANI) SPECIALTIES
5
NEW FORDMOOK BUSH LIMA BEAN
PHOTOGRAPH OF POD, NATURAL SIZE,
OF THE UNIQUE FORDHOOK
BUSH LIMA.
The only stiffly erect Bush form of the Potato Lima! Both
pods and beans are twice the size of Dreer’s and more than half
again as large as the Challenger Pole Lima.
ts* FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA is altogether unique. Nothing like it
has ever been seen before! It was created by Nature as a single sport in a
field of the Challenger Pole Lima in 1903. Until now the Kumerle or
Dreer’s Bush Lima has been the only dwarf form of the fat ‘ 1 Potato Lima.”
An objection to this, however, is found in the prostrate growth of the plant,
the pods frequently becoming discolored from being beaten to the ground
by wind or rain.
FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA is positively upright in growth. The
strong, erect bushes withstand both whipping rains and high winds. The
main stalk is stiffly erect, from two to two and one-half feet high, and from
this is thrown out a great number of lateral branches, closely resembling
Burpee’s Bush Lima in this habit of growth. The foliage is much heavier
than Dreer’s; the leaf is broader, resembling that of a large Pole Lima,
of heavy texture and dark green in color, while the pods are borne along
stalks thrown out from the lateral and main stalks in “clusters” of from
four to eight. The pods resemble Dreer’s, but are much larger, measuring
from four to five and one-half inches long, one and one-eighth to one and
one-quarter inches wide, by as much as three-quarters of an inch thick.
FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA is‘fully twenty-five to thirty-three and
one-third per cent, a heavier cropper. Both the green and the dried beans,
as compared with Dreer’s, are truly enormous, being more than double
the size. On one bush we counted fifty-two pods, the majority containing
four beans, while a great number contained five. In a selected plant of
Dreer’s there were not nearly so many well-formed pods, while a number
contained only two small beans. The flavor of the green beans is all that
can be desired in this chubby or potato lima type, which is given such pref¬
erence on the New York markets. Being more productive, and of upright
growth, with larger, handsomer pods and from four to six days earlier, it
is bound to entirely displace the Kumerle (Dreer’s or Thorburn) Bush Lima.
Seed, ORIGINATOR’S STOCK, per pkt., 15c.; % pt., 25c.;
pt., 45c., postpaid. By express, pt., 35c.; qt., 60c.; 2 qts., $1.10; peck,
$3.50; bush., $12.50.
Henderson’s Early Leviathan Pole Lima
One week earlier than any other Pole Lima. Immense size. Wonderfully productive
This new variety is at least one week earlier than any large Pole Lima
yet offered, and two weeks earlier than most varieties. Earliness often
means the sacrifice of other valuable features, but in this variety the good
features of the later sorts are retained. It is wonderfully productive, the
pods and beans immense and the flavor delicious. Price, pkt., 10c.; pint,
30c.; qt., 50c., postpaid; by express,qt., 35c.; peck, $2.00; bush., $7.50.
The “Burpeellmproved”
Bush Lima
This new variety, which was offered last year for the first,
produces magnificent crops of pods, which measure from five
to six inches long by one and one-quarter inches wide. As
compared with Burpee’s Bush Lima, both pods and beans
are very much larger, while the beans, either green or dry,
are nearly twice as thick. The green beans measured in the
field of The Burpee Improved were one and one-quarter
inches long by seven-eighths of an inch wide and three-eighths
of an inch thick, while the best that could be found in
neighboring fields of Burpee’s Bush Lima were one and one-
eighth inches long, eleven-sixteenths of an inch wide and one-
quarter of an inch thick. The beans are of the same delicious
flavor as those of Burpee's Bush Lima or the Large Lima Pole
Bean, while they are ready to use six to eight days earlier.
Seed, ORIGINATOR’S STOCK, per pkt., 15c.;
]/i pt., 35c.; pt., 60c., by mail, postpaid. By express or
freight, pint, 50c.; qt., 85c.; 2 qts., $1.50; peck, $5.00.
NATURAL SIZE FRESH GREEN BEANS OF THE NEW
FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
JOHNSON’S
QUICK CASH
A Flat-Headed Earliest Cabbage
A cross between our celebrated
Very Earliest and Early Spring, our
Quick Cash Cabbage combines the
extreme earliness of the pointed
varieties with the flat head of the
later sorts, the latter type being
generally preferred.
It has a short stem, and is a
firm, solid header, growing to good
size for such an early cabbage.
The outer leaves are few and the
heads have been known to stand for
weeks without bursting. These
advantages, together with its large
yield per acre, make it a most profit¬
able and desirable early cabbage for
either the market or home garden.
Pkt., 15c.; oz., 35c.; X lb., $1.00;
lb., $3.50.
Johnson’s quick cash. The earliest flat head cabbage.
JOHNSON’S THUNDERHEAD CABBAGE
See also colored illustration on back of this book. A wonderful new second early and
main crop cabbage, seed of which is now offered for the first time.
For many years the finest cabbage as well as the best cabbage seed grown in America comes from the
eastern end of Long Island. Hundreds of growers there depend entirely on their crops of cabbage, dozens
of whom have their own varieties or strains selected by themselves. By keeping in touch with these growers,
we have secured seed stock of several new and distinct sorts by offering tempting and fabulous prices for
our stock seed; among these are our Quick Cash described above, also Johnson’s Ever Ready described on
opposite page. We believe, however, in the N'ew Thunderhead we have the very best second early and
one of the best main crop cabbages ever sent out, and we want every cabbage grower to give it a trial,
but regret supply is so limited this season that we cannot offer or sell more than X lb. to any one
customer. Price, for 1909, pkt., 20c.; oz., 60c.; 2 ozs., $1.00; X lb., $175.
Johnson thunderhead cabbage. From a photograph.
NOVELTIES ANI) SPECIALTIES
PHOTOGRAPH OF AN AVERAGE HEAD OF JOHNSON’S EVER-READY CABBAGE. Pkt., 20C.*, OZ., SOC.J X lb., tl-35-
NEW CABBAGE—JOHNSON’S EVER-READY
In the Spring of 1907, we were fortunate enough to secure from one of the largest cabbage seed growers
of Long Island a small supply of seed of a new cabbage successfully grown by him for several years, but
to which he had never given a name. We did not place it on sale, but sent out sample packages for trial,
offering $100.00 in cash prizes for the best name suggested. These names were submitted to a committee,
who decided that JOHNSON’S EVER-READY was the best name sent in. Checks were immediately
sent to the prize winners, whose names and addresses were published in our 1908 Manual.
We unhesitatingly pronounce this to be one of the handsomest, hardest heading and most uni¬
form of all cabbages. In a field of 4 acres, not a single plant showed the slightest variation from its
true and valuable type, every one forming a large, solid, white head, weighing from 16 to 18 lbs. each and
of the finest quality.
WHY IT WAS NAMED “JOHNSON’S EVER-READY.”
Mr. Joseph H. Parkin, a prominent market gardener of Wood’s Cross, Utah, in a letter dated August
20, 1907, writes as follows: — ‘ ‘The name for the ‘New Nameless Cabbage’ I think should be JOHNSON’S
EVER-READY, for the following reasons: Planted at the same time with Market Gardeners’ No. 2 side
by side, I cut from it my first cabbage. It grew solid from the start, and on this account is ready for the
table any time after it is as large as a door-knob, and to the man selling by weight it has the advantage in
being so solid. It is a worm-resister, but two heads showing any sign of worms, while every head of another
variety, only two feet away, was badly eaten.” Price: Pkt., 20c.; oz., 50c.; yi lb., $1.35; lb., $4.75.
We have received hundreds of letters about the superior qualities of this cabbage and regret
we have not room here to publish more of them.
391 HANDSOME HKADS FROM 400
J. W. Hamlin, Hillsdale, Mich., writes: “ I set out 400
plants of your new cabbage, ‘Johnson’s Ever-Ready,’ and
have 391 of the handsomest heads you ever saw.”
NONE BETTER IN 30 YEARS
H. J. Sumers, Zanesville, Ohio, writes: “I have been
gardening for over 30 years, and have never had as good an
all-round cabbage as ‘Johnson’s Ever-Ready’ and I have
bought seeds from all the principal seedsmen in the United
FIRST PRIZE AND SPECIAL PREMIUM
J. W. Humphreys, Chadds^Ford, Pa., writes: ‘‘At our
State Fair this week I put on exhibition three heads of your
new cabbage, ‘Johnson's Ever-Ready.’ I got first prize for
them; also receiving a special premium for same.”
WONDER OF ALE
C. E. Morton, Beltsville, Md., writes: ‘‘Your new cab¬
bage, ‘Johnson’s Ever-Ready,’ is the finest we have ever
grown; it is the wonder of all; such large, showy, solid heads
surprise everyone in this section.”
COULD HAVE HANDLED A CARLOAD
Wm. T. Merril, Rising Sun, Md.. writes: ‘‘From a small
packet of ‘Johnson’s Ever-Ready,’ I raised 50 large heads, the
largest weighed 20 lbs., the smallest, 11 lbs. 8 ozs. Sold all
of them; could have handled a carload.”
THRIFTY GROWER— SOLID AND HEAVY
S. R. Livingston, Worthington, Ind., writes: ‘‘I am de¬
lighted with ‘Johnson’s Ever-Ready.’ It is a thrifty grower,
making fine, large, solid and heavy heads. I have two single
plants that measure four feet eight inches each from tip to tip.”
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
NEW COLUMBIA CELERY
A great acquisition in earliness, showy form
and superior quality. Market gardeners in all
sections where grown say it outsells all others.
The plant is of medium height, but very stocky
and heavy. Stalks are thick, resembling in shape
those of Giant Pascal. The color has in it more of
the rich yellow tint of Paris Golden Self-Blanching.
The foliage is of a distinctly light' shade of green,
with a tinge of yellow. In season it follows in close
succession Golden Self-Blanching.
Pkt., 15c.; oz., 35c.; 14 lb., 90c.; lb., $3.25.
What a Large Michigan Celery Grower Says
of New Columbia:
H. L. Harris, Newberry, Mich., writes:—“All
the celery seed purchased from you gave finest re¬
sults, especially the ‘New Columbia,’ which I con¬
sider a wonderful variety for market and keeping.”
NEW COLUMBIA CELERY—BEST OF KEEPERS-
Johnson’s Manhattan—trimmed for market.
New Long-Keeping Celery
JOHNSON’S MANHATTAN
See, also, colored illustration on back of this
book
This is no doubt the finest type of late winter
keeping celery ever offered, even surpassing in this
respect our famous Winter Queen Celery. Our at¬
tention was first called to it in New York markets
two years ago, and upon investigation we learned
the name of the grower on Long Island and secured
from him, at high cost, a few ounces of seed, from
which our present supply is grown. It is the
heaviest green celery, full hearted, very solid and
crisp. Pkt., 20c.; oz., 50c.; X lb., $1.35: lb., $5.00.
SILVER SELF-BLANCHING
A combination of the two most widely known
celeries, being similar in habit of growth to Golden
Self Blanching, and like White Plume in color of
foliage. It is a rapid grower and requires no bank¬
ing other than placing boards on each side of the
plants. The heart is full and solid, and both it and
the inner stalks are pure white. The flavor is
delicious and will please the most critical.
Pkt., ioc.; oz., 25c.; X lb., 75c.; lb., $2.73.
For other varieties of celery see pages 30 and
31 of this catalogue.
A SPECIAL OFFER.—Wp will mail 1 large
packet each of the 3 valuable new varieties
of celery described on this page for 25 cents.
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Johnson’s Northmount Egg Plant
This fine new variety is the result of selection of the very earliest and finest fruits of the celebrated
“Black Beauty.” It is, beyond question, the earliest and hardiest of all Large Smooth Purple Egg
Plants. While the fruits are not always quite as large as Black Beauty, it ripens fully ten days earlier
and is suited to more northern climates. One of the faults of the old sorts was that they matured so late
that in northern latitudes the entire crop could not be gathered before frost set in and destroyed them.
With the introduction of Johnson’s Northmount, this danger is past, owing to its great earliness.
The plants branch freely near the ground and grow in well-rounded bushes. The fruits are thick,
of most attractive shape (as shown in illustration), and in color a lustrous purplish black. This coloring
is uniform over the whole fruit, and does not fade at the blossom end, as do so many of the older varieties.
1 1 is valuable alike to the private planter and the extensive grower for market. We have received hundreds
of letters testifying to the merits of this valuable Egg Plant, all of which pronounce it not only the earliest,
but the best. Prices, per pkt., 20c.; 4 pkts., 60c.; % oz., 85c.; oz., $1.50; X lb., $5.00.
THREE TVKKKS AHEAD OF OTHERS
E. H. Blangereo, Topeka, Kansas, writes: — "Your ‘Northmount
Egg Plant' was the finest and earliest I ever raised. I sold them for
$ 1.50 per dozen. They were three weeks ahead of any others."
THE BEST HE EVER RAISED
A. B. Leigh, Great Meadows, N. J., writes:— "Your ‘Northmount
Egg Plant’ is decidedly the best variety I ever raised. Vines just loaded
with the fruit, some weighing as much as 4 lbs. each."
Johnson’s Five=Eared
Sugar Corn
Three years ago on our trial grounds we found a stalk of
corn containing five well-filled ears. These were carefully
saved and planted on strong ground, and to our surprise
almost every stalk bore five good ears which, after careful
selection, were again planted, until we now have a variety
which on strong ground and with good cultivation will invar¬
iably produce five good, well-developed ears to the stalk.
The ears are of medium size, with irregular rows, somewhat
similar to the old Shoe Peg, which is one of its parents. It is,
however, earlier than that variety and deliciously sweet.
It will prove a money-maker for the market gardener and a
bonanza to all who plant it. Supply is limited, so we cannot
offer it in larger quantities than a peck to any one customer.
Pkt., ioc.; pint, 35c.: qt., 60c., by mail, postpaid; qt.,
50c.; 4 qts. for $1.75; peck, $3.00, by express or freight.
Photograph of Section of Stalk Johnson’s five¬
eared SUGAR CORN.
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JOHNSON SEED CO 31 PA NY
New Danish Cauliflower
Pearl of Denmark
We have tried new varieties of cauliflower seed
from many of the most successful Danish growers,
and thfe is the first new sort which can compete with
the famous Early Alabaster. It is of the Snowball
type, with smaller leaves, and about two weeks
earlier. The heads are large, very white and solid.
We can recommend this strain very , highly for
growing either under glass or in open ground. A
very shy seeder. Seed grown in Denmark.
Pkt., 30c.; 'A oz., $2.75; oz., $5.00.
NEW CAULIFLOWER, PEARL OF DENMARK,
HOLYROOD HOT-WEATHER LETTUCE, A GREAT SUCCESS AMONG GARDENERS.
Holyrood
Hot Weather Lettuce
Hundreds of letters from cus¬
tomers all agree that this is the
most remarkable heat-resister they
have ever grown, standing longer
than any other of the rich butter
varieties. Heads are large, firm
and solid; light green outside,
blanching to a beautiful cream-
yellow inside; unusually tender and
crisp. Can be sown at any season
of the year. Pkt., ioc.; oz., 35c.;
A lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
IT PAYS TO TRY
“Johnson’s Tested
Novelties ”
Because you need buy only one
packet or an ounce, at but a trifling
expense, to learn whether or not
they are valuable for your section.
Xo new vegetables are ever intro¬
duced by us except from our own
personal knowledge of their character
and merits.
NEW WATERMELON
Johnson’s Ozark Beauty
A cross between Johnson’s Dixie and
Florida Favorite, possessing the remarkable
shipping qualities of the Jo'hnson’s Dixie and
the deep, rich, red sugary flesh of the Florida
Favorite. Its wonderful productiveness is
well shown in the photograph alongside.
Vines very vigorous, setting large melons
2 to 2 A feet in length, weighing 30 to 35
lbs. each. The rind, though thin, is very
tough. Skin grayish green. No better
melon for either home table or market
has ever been introduced.
Pkt., ioc.; oz.. 30c.; A* lb., 75c.; lb.,
* 2 - 75 -
SECTION OF FIELD, JOHNSON’S OZARK BEAUTY WATERMELONS
SHOWING THEIR WONDERFUL PRODUCTIVENESS.
N O V E L TIES A N I) S P E C IALTIE S
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NEW
“FORDHOOK”
MUSKMELON
A RED-FLESHED JENNY LIND
Fully equals Emerald Gem in
delicious flavor. Rough-
netted skin, solid, thick
salmon flesh; better ship¬
per than Rocky Ford.
PHOTOGRAPH OF AN AVERAGE SPECIMEN NEW “FORDHOOK” MUSKMELON.
This grand new melon is a
cross between “Emerald Gem” and
the “Improved Jenny Lind,” re¬
sembling the latter in form and
fully as delicious as the former.
Roughly netted, the skin showing
between the netting being emerald
green, while the very solid thick
flesh is of an attractive deep salmon
color and surpassingly sweet to the
very rind. Many who have tasted
it declare it to be even more de¬
licious than Emerald Gem,
which has always been known as a
marvel of sweetness. F'ordhook
Muskmelon is most vigorous in
growth, very early and extremely
are remarkably uniform, and there
prolific, each vine setting from five to nine melons. The melons
are practically no fruits unfit for market. The rind, although thin, is unusually firm, and the flesh so solid
that the fruits carry well to market. There are no muskmelons (or cantaloupes) that are bet¬
ter shippers. Per pkt., ioc.; oz., 30c.; Jib., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
OUTREMONT BEAUTY MUSKMELONS
SPECIAL. — The above three mel¬
ons are probably the most valuable
new sorts introduced for many years,
and in order to induce all to give
them a trial, we will mail one packet
of each on receipt of only 20 cents.
This grand new green-fleshed melon, the seed of which we first brought from Canada in 1907, has
proven a great success among growers of fancy melons, as it never fails to attract attention on account of
its magnificent size and handsome appearance. New Jersey and Colorado grown cantaloupes seem like
pigmies in comparison, and single specimens sell readily late in the season at from $1.00 to $2.00 each.
It is a heavy yielder, the vines being literally loaded with melons weighing from 15 to 25 pounds each,
which are excellent shippers owing to their densely netted skin. The flesh is very thick (the seed cavity
being very small, giving but little seed) and delicious in flavor. If you are a market grower, you cannot
afford not to try “OUTREMONT BEAUTY
muskmelon:” seed grown from
ORIGINAL STOCK. Price, pkt., 15c.; oz.,
35c.; X lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
HOODOO MUSKMELON
This new salmon or orange-fleshed melon,
bred by Mr. Paul Rose, the melon specialist, has
been developed in highest perfection, and has all
qualities requisite for an ideal shipping melon.
The melons grow to medium size, round, heavily
netted, flesh very thick, handsome appearance and
of the sweetest flavor. Average weight of melon,
\ l /i pounds. The seed cavity is small, rind is
very tough, vine is a vigorous grower and a heavy
cropper. A good medium-sized melon for both
home and market. Seed direct from headquar¬
ters' stock. Pkt., ioc.; oz., 30c.; % lb., 85c.; ib.,
$3-00.
NEW HOODOO MUSKMELON.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
JOHNSON’S DREAMWOLD—A “ Find ” in fluskmelons
Of the type of our Improved Shippers’ Delight, but more densely netted, free from any tendency
to knob at the blossom end and ripens two weeks earlier. We first introduced and offered it for sale
last season and received many voluntary testimonials telling of its worth. It is remarkably early, and
the quality of its .thick, green flesh is simply perfection, sweet and luscious beyond description.
If you grow for market and want to be the first with fine melons, plant Johnson’s Dreamwold,
which means double prices can be realized on all you can grow. Price, per pkt., 10 c.; oz., 30 c.;
i lb., 76 c.; lb., $ 2 . 75 .
New Muskmelon
VAN BUSKIRK’S “NETTED ROCK”
An Improved Rocky Ford
A prominent Colorado grower
has for several years been trying
by careful hybridization and selec¬
tion to produce a cantaloupe which
would combine, with all the good
qualities of “Rocky Ford,” the
ability to resist the latter’s
great enemies—rust and blight.
In the “Netted Rock” we fully
believe he has succeeded, and un¬
hesitatingly recommend it as an
Improved "Rocky Ford. In addi¬
tion to wonderful rust-resisting
qualities, Netted Rock is an excel¬
lent shipper, havinga tough, densely
netted skin and thick, solid, brittle
flesh. It is very uniform and of
the handsome appearance shown
in the photograph. Never mushy
or poor, its flesh lsdeliciously sweet.
You will be more than satisfied if
you give it a trial. Price, per pkt.,
10 c.; oz.. 20 c.; I lb.. 50 c.; lb., $ 1 . 75 .
VAN BUSKIKK S NETTED KOOK.
The Rust and Blight*Resisting Cantaloupe.
NOVELTIES ANI) SPECIALTIES
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JOHNSON’S PHILADELPHIA YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS
Do Not Confound with the Ordinary Yellow Globe Danvers of Other Growers
This improved variety is pronounced by onion growers, who now grow it in preference to all other
onions, the very best strain in cultivation. It is the earliest yellow globe variety, large in size, uni¬
formly perfect in shape and the largest cropper, producing from seed 1,000 bushels to the acre with
good cultivation. It is also the most reliable for bottoming, and one of the best keepers of all
American onions. Pkt., ioc.; oz., 25c.; i lb., 70c.; lb., $2.40, postpaid; 5 lbs. and over, $2.25 per lb.
JOHNSON’S New Long-Keeping PRIZETAKER ONION
Since its introduction in 1888,
the old Prizetaker Onion has grown
in popularity, the only objection
being its keeping qualities, which
have not been up to the standard
of many of the American varieties.
For several years past, however, a
prominent California onion grower
has been making selections and
breeding the old Prizetaker until
he has obtained a strain which, in
keeping quality, is fully equal to
Danvers and the Southport Globes.
The strain is by far the largest in
size and handsomest in shape of
all the Yellow Globe Onions. We
own and control the entire crop of
seed and Ipulbs of the originator.
Pkt., ioc.; oz., 30c.; ^ lb., 75c.;
lb., $2.75, postpaid; 5 lbs. and
over, $2.60 per lb., by express.
J. C. Ross, Leamington, Ont., Canada,
writes: — ‘‘Your new Long-Keeping Prize-
taker Onion is superior to the old-fashioned
Prizetaker. Some specimens weigh up to i 'A
pounds. In earliness, firmness and bright
appearance it is ahead of the Danvers."
T. C. Willis, Bayard, Ohio, writes: —
" This new onion is indeed a Long-Keeping
Prizetaker. I grew the finest and largest
onions I ever saw."
J. S. Tyler, Terre Haute, Ind.,writes: —
“ Your new Long-Keeping Prizetaker Onion
out-yielded all others and was more uni¬
form in size and shape than any I ever
raised.”
J. W. Hamlin, Hillsdale, Mich., writes:
— ‘‘Your Long-Keeping Prizetaker is the
finest of all the large sweet onions. Its
growth is most rapid and uniform."
JOHNSONS
NEW LONG
KEEPING
NJRIZE.TAKER
ii&niix ...
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JOHNSON SEED CO 31 PA NY
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JOHNSON’S
RUBY GIANT
The Largest Mild Red
Pepper
As a result of crossing
Chinese Giant and Ruby
King, we have a handsome
new variety which combines
the enormous size of the
Chinese Giant and the grace¬
ful, elongated form of Ruby
King, being longer than the
former variety, larger round
than the latter and much
larger than either.
In color it is a bright
clear red, and in flavor mild,
delicious and sweet. The
plant is vigorous in growth,
stocky, well branched and
prolific. Pkt., 15c.; >2 loz.,
30c.; oz., 55c.; X lb., $1.50;
lb., $5-50.
carter’s daffodil. Largest podded, first early Pea.
New English Peas
SEED GROWN FOR US BY THE ORIGIN¬
ATORS IN ENGLAND
CARTER’S DAFFODIL PEA
The name “Carter” has become a synonym
for “fine peas,” and in “Carter's Daffodil” we
have a valuable addition to those originated by
James Carter & Co., the well-known pea experts
of Great Britain, and originators of the famous
Telephone and Stratagem. It is a great advance
on any other of the Early Dwarf Large Podded
Sorts. Its height is 18 inches, of bushy habit,
with pods filled to the ends with peas of rich
deep green color and delicious quality. Price,
pkt., 15c.; pint, 35c.; qt., 65c., postpaid; qt.,
50c.; 4 qts., $1.65; peck, $3.00, by express.
BRITISH WONDER PEA
Another new first early pea from England,
growing one and one-half feet high; a wonderful
producer of long, handsome, well-filled pods.
The peas are wrinkled, of exceptionally fine
quality and excellent flavor. Price, pkt., 15c.;
pint, 35c.; qt., 60c., by mail, postpaid; qt., 45c.;
4 qts., $1.60; peck, $2.75, by express.
SENATOR PEA
This is a grand new second early pea of fine
quality. The vine is about 2% feet in length
and very productive. The pods are heavy, with
8 to 10 large, wrinkled marrow peas, which are
marvels of sweetness. Senator will amply repay
a trial. Pkt., 15c.; pint, 35c.; qt., 60c., postpaid;
qt., 45c.; 4 qts., jl.50; peck, $2. 50, by express.
CARTER’S DANBY STRATAGEM
A great improvement on the old Stratagem,
originated and first sent out by James Carter
& Co. More uniform and productive, pods
larger and better filled with large, dark green
peas of finest flavor. Superior for home table.
Pkt., ioc.; pint, 30c.; qt„ 55c. postpaid; qt.,
40c.; peck, $ 2.25; bush., $8.50, by express.
PHOTOGRAPH OF AX AVERAGE SPECIMEM JOHNSON’S RUBY GIANT PEPPER.
NOV ELTIES AND SPECIALTIES
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Photo of a single plant of the dainty duchess.
New English Pea
“Dainty Duchess’*
This new pea has been exhibited at the shows in Eng¬
land, and has always taken first prizes for its large, well-
filled pods and wonderful productiveness. The peas are
very large, borne eight to ten to a pod, and their delicious
sweet flavor is unsurpassed by any other known pea.
They are ready for picking ahead of either Improved
Stratagem or Telephone, and while the vine grows only a
little more than half the height of the latter, it will produce
almost double the number of both pods and peas. Not¬
withstanding it was only first introduced into this country
two years ago, it has already become one of our best¬
selling second early and main crop peas with both market
and private gardeners. Last year we were obliged to re¬
turn the money on many orders which came late in the
season. Prices, pkt., 15c.; pint, 40c.; qt., 75c., by mail,
postpaid; by express or freight (not prepaid), pint, 30c.;
qt., 60c.; 4 qts., $2.00; peck, $3.50.
ABOUT LAWNS and GRASS PLOTS
A good, green, velvety lawn or grass plot is the
richest embellishment that a house or estate could possess.
Once seeded with the best lawn grass seed that can be
mixed (“Johnson’s Fancy”), it is permanent for years to
come, although an occasional reseeding is advisable, as it
keeps the lawn in the best condition.
JOHNSON’S SUPERIOR LAWN GRASS SEED MIXTURES
The following are a few of our most prominent mixtures or formulas of grass seed, all extensively
used, every one highly recommended. See page 62.
Sow 3 to 4 bushels per acre for new lawns; 2 to 2>4 bushels in reseeding old lawns.
Johnson’s “Fancy” Lawn Grass Seed.
Too well known to need description. We have
a national reputation on this grass formula. The
best Lawn Grass Seed that exists for general use.
Thousands of bushels sold annually; weighs 22 lbs.
per bushel, while most other mixtures on the market
average about 14 lbs. A trial will convince you of
its merits.
Prices: 20 cents per quart (qt. postpaid, 25c.);
2 quarts for 35 cents; 4 quarts for 65 cents; Si.25
per peck; per bushel of 22 pounds, $4.50; 5-bushel
lots at $4.25 per bushel; special prices quoted on
larger quantities.
Johnson’s Standard Evergreen Lawn
Grass. A well-balanced combination of fine
grasses. Very popular. Qt., 15c. (qt., postpaid,
20c.); peck, $i .00; bush., $4.00.
Johnson’s Shadow Lawn Grass Seed.
Prepared especially for shady places. Qt., 25c.
(qt., postpaid, 30c.); peck, S1.25; bush., $4.50.
Johnson’s Lawn-Restoring Grass Seed.
Grows quickly on hard, burnt or worn-out places.
Qt., 15c.; peck, Si.00; bush., S3-75-
Johnson’s Seashore Formula Grass Seed
Mixture. Thrives best in salt air regions. Qt.,20c.;
peck, S1.25; bush., $ 475 -
MIXTURES OF GRASSES TO ORDER OF ANY FORMULA FURNISHED. NO CHARGE FOR MIXING.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Photograph of a single plant of Johnson’s jack rose, showing its wonderful productiveness.
JOHNSON’S JACK ROSE TOMATO
THE EARLIEST GOOD TOMATO IN EXISTENCE
Since the introduction of Sparks’ Earliana Tomato by the writer in 1900, we have been looking for
a tomato of equal quality that would eclipse it in earliness, which we realized was by no means an easy
task. However, we now believe our efforts have been rewarded in “Johnson’s Jack Rose,” feeling sure
we have found a variety possessing all the good qualities of Earliana with the advantage of being from a
week to ten days earlier. The reports from our customers agree that our belief is well founded, for from
all sections of the country we have received letters testifying that JACK ROSE is the “Earliest Yet.”
JACK ROSE is of handsome appearance and color (resembling Earliana, but distinct from it), fully
as large, more fleshy and solid. The vines are stocky and literally loaded with tomatoes, the later fruit
being as heavy and perfect as the first. If you want an abundant supply of fine, solid, rich red, meaty
tomatoes, that will be large and good until frost comes, try the Jack Rose. (Read the testimonials given
below as to the merits of this fine new tomato.)
Price of Jack Rose Tomato: Pkt., 15c.; oz., 50c.; lb., §1.25; lb., 54.50.
WHAT A FEW TOMATO GROWERS SAY OF JACK ROSE
We have hundreds more of just such letters on file in our office
EARLIEST OF TWENTY VARIETIES
Chas.W. Mann, Methuen,Mass., August 12 , 1908 , writes: —
“Out of 20 kinds of early tomatoes, I find Johnson’s Jack Rose
to be the earliest and best of the lot. Send me some more of
the same lot of seed I had last Spring, for which I enclose the
money.”
FINEST THE WHOLE SEASON
Chas. F. Rohr, Naperville, Ill., August 24 , 1908 , writes: —
“You can be proud of your introduction of Johnson’s Jack
Rose Tomato, I bought tomato seed from eight different seeds¬
men and Jack Rose proved by far the best and earliest. I
started picking and marketing July 4 th, all fruit ripened per¬
fectly and was the finest on the market the whole season.”
RIPENED AHEAD OF EARLIANA
W. L. Nettleship, Fayetteville, Ark., writes: — “Your
ack Rose is the best early tomato I ever tried; it ripened
sooner than the Earliana, larger and more productive.”
MORE PRODUCTIVE THAN EARLIANA
Arthur Risch, Box 21 , Milwaukee, Wis., writes: — "Your
Jack Rose is the earliest tomato I have ever grown. It is
fully a week earlier than the original Earliana, and it is also
more productive."
EARLIER THAN EARLIANA
Wm. Johnson, Byberry, Pa., writes: — “Your Jack Rose
Tomato grown by the side of Earliana was earlier, larger and
smoother: similar in color to Earliana, but taller vines. Qual¬
ity and solidity of both tested and the Jack Rose found super¬
ior.”
A DANDY TOMATO
Samuel D. Miller, Huntington, Md., writes: — “ I had an
extra abundant crop of tomatoes raised from your Jack Rose
seed. This is certainly the earliest and a dandy tomato.”
TEN DAYS EARLIER THAN OTHERS
Abraham Kark, Linden Heights, Ohio, writes:— “We find
your Jack Rose Tomatoes are ten days earlier than any other
variety we have grown; they are also more solid and meaty.
They have very few seeds.”
EARLIEST HE EVER GREW
Chas. N. Lonon, Ferris, Texas, writes:— “Your Jack Rose
Tomato is large, fleshy and uniform in shape and size; it has
few seeds and is the earliest tomato I ever grew. I had ripe
tomatoes two weeks before my neighbors they are still bearing
while other varieties have quit entirely.”
NOVELTIES ANI) SPECIALTIES
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Johnson’s Giant Beauty —The Best Second Early Tomato
After repeated selec¬
tion for several years, we
offer for sale for the first
time seed of the hand¬
somest, largest, smoothest
second early pink Tomato
in cultivation. It will be
found the most salable
and profitable for market,
owing to its handsome
form and appearance and
wonderful productiveness
— beefy, meaty, thick,
solid and almost seedless;
a good shipper and has
never been known to
scald or blight. We dis¬
tributed several thousand
trial packets to our cus¬
tomers last season and,
out of hundreds of letters
and reports received not a
single one has been un¬
satisfactory. Pkt., 25c.;
5 pkts. for $r.oo; oz.,
$2.00; 2 ozs., $3.50.
Owing to its shy seed¬
ing properties our supply
of seed is very limited,
and regret we cannot sup¬
ply more than 2 ounces to
any one customer.
Photograph of a duster of Johnson’s new giant beauty, the best second early pink tomato.
Johnson’s Improved Strain No. 10 Sparks’ Earliana
Sparks’ Earliana Tomato, introduced in 1900, is too well known to need much description. It has
proven one of the most successful vegetable novelties ever introduced, and its large, handsome, solid fruit
is known in all sections of the United States.
This new strain, which we have named Johnson’s No. 10 , is fully one week earlier than the original
type, and more vigorous in growth. It is the result of repeated selections and great care.
Sparks’ Earliana Tomato was first discovered and named in 1899, by the writer of this catalogue,
Herbert W. Johnson, who has since given his personal attention to its selection, growth and improve¬
ment. If you want the best seed obtainable of this famous variety, order Johnson’s No. 10 strain.
Price of JOHNSON’S IMPROVED STRAIN No. 10 SPARKS’ EARLIANA: Pkt., 15c.; oz., 40c.;
i lb., $1.10; lb., $4.00. For price of original strain, see page 53.
What a Few of the Largest Market Growers Say of These Tomatoes
J. A. Perrigo, Mt. Vernon, Mo., October 30 , 1908 , writes:
— “Your New Seedling Tomato (Johnson’s Giant Beauty)
proved almost as early as Earliana, with the largest fruits I
ever saw.”
S. P. Carpenter, Stony Creek, Ontario, Can., November
2, 1908, writes :—“ Your new seedling tomato (Johnson’s
Giant Beauty) ripened as early as Earliana; larger in size and
the heaviest cropper I ever saw.”
Daniel B. Moore, Wolf Lake, Ills., Oct. 1, 1908, writes:
— “Your New Seedling Tomato (Johnson’s Giant Beauty)
was thoroughly tested beside Trucker’s Favorite and others,
and is much better in every respect. Stands drought, does
not sunburn and never cracks.”
N. O. Lent, La Grangeville, N. Y., writes: — “The New
Seedling Tomato (Giant Beauty) you sent me last Spring was
very ..finest, large size, very smooth and a beautiful pink color,
and the best of all in flavor.”
“New Seedling Tomato (Johnson’s Giant Beauty) you
sent me for a trial proved to be the best I ever raised. Two
weeks ahead of Livingston’s Globe. Solid, smooth and very
meaty. My customers said it was the best tomato they ever
had and I could not supply the demand.” — J. W. Hamlin,
Hillsdale, Mich.
“ You get this order on account of Johnson's Improved
Strain No. 10 Sparks’ Earliana Tomato. We got it when you
first introduced it, and found it to be the earliest and best for
our country that we have ever tried.” — C. J. Cooper, Van
Alstyne, Texas.
“Your No. 10 Earliana Tomato^ beats anything In the
tomato line that I ever saw. Not in 50 years growing
tomatoes have I ever seen the like in yield, fine size and early
ripening. The tomato is simply wonderful.”— A. Engle, De¬
troit, Kansas.
JOHNSON’S NEW LEAFLET-ESSAYS ON IMPORTANT
<snh^*as*» VEGETABLES, ETC., SENT FREE
3
Nine instructive new Leaflet-Essays for 1909 , making twenty in all. Any or
all of these are free when asked for with Seed or Poultry Supply orders.
No. 1 . ASPARAGUS. Making the Bed, Setting Roots, Cultivating, Fertilizing and Marketing.
No. 2 . BEANS AND PEAS. How to Grow. New Leaflet.
No. 3 . BEETS. Garden, Mangel and Sugar Beets for Stock Feeding.
No. 4 . CABBAGE. Planting Out, Cultivation, Diseases and Insects, Storing and Marketing.
No. 5 . CAULIFLOWER. Ilow to Grow Successfully in the Home Garden.
No. 6. CELERY. Soil, Fertilizers, Planting, Cultivating, Blanching, Storing for Winter.
No. 7 . CUCUHBER AND EGG PLANT. How to Grow to Perfection, even on a few square yards
of soil. A new and important Leaflet.
No. 8. HORSE RADISH AND RHUBARB. The Money-Making Crops.
No. 9 . MELONS. Musk or Cantaloupe and Watermelons. Cultivation, Manuring, Insect Enemies.
No. 10 . MUSHROOMS. How to Prepare Bed, Planting Spawn, Temperature and Marketing.
No. 11 . ONIONS. Preparing the Soil, Fertilizers, Planting Seeds and Sets, Cultivating, Harvesting,
Storage, Marketing, etc., of this Popular Crop.
No. 12 . SWEET POTATOES. Growing Sprouts, Setting Out, Cultivating, Harvesting, Storing, etc.
No. 13 . TOMATO CULTURE. How to Grow and Market. New Leaflet.
No. 14 . FLOWER CULTURE FROM SEED. To Successfully Grow Sweet Peas, Nasturtiums, Pan¬
sies and other Popular Flowers. Complete Cultural Directions.
No. 15 . SASHES AND BEDDING PLANTS. Treating Principally on Hot Beds and Cold Frames.
No. 16 . THE FAMILY VEGETABLE GARDEN. Telling How and What to Grow.
No. 17 . HINTS ON LAWN-MAKING AND GRASS SEED fllXTURES for Lawns, Golf Grounds,
Permanent Pasture and Mowing.
No. 18 . WINTER EGG PRODUCTION. How to Increase it hv Breeding, Feeding and Housing.
No. 19 . POULTRY DISEASES, SYMPTOMS AND REMEDIES.
No. 20 . THINGS WORTH KNOWING. Invaluable to Everyone Who Keeps a Chicken.
In asking for these essays, it is only necessary to give the number of the essay wanted. They are
not for sale and cannot be sent unless seed or roots of the kind on which they treat are included in the
order, except Nos. 15 and 16 , which will be sent, when requested, with any order of 50 cents or over.
Poultry Essays sent free with any Poultry Supply order
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If you are undecided or at a loss to know what varieties to plant, order from this list and you will
not be disappointed. It is a list of tried and tested varieties which our thirty-six years’ experience
and the reports of thousands of our customers prove to be the best for the average all-round Family
Garden. All are described in this catalogue on pages referred to.
BEANS. Johnson’s Giant Green Pod Stringless Valentine. Page 21. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c.,
postpaid; by express, qt., 25c.; peck, Si.35.
BEANS. Improved Rust-Proof Golden Wax. Page 21. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c., postpaid; by express,
qt., 30c.; peck, Si-6o.
BEANS. Lima. Ford’s Mammoth Podded Pole. Page 23. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 30c., postpaid; by
express, qt., 40c.; 2 qts., 70c.; peck, $2.00.
BEETS, Extra Early. Crosby’s Improved Egyptian. Page 24. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 30c.;
lb., $1.00.
BEETS. Main Crop. Lanier’s Superba. Page 24. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
CABBAGE. Johnson’s Very Earliest. Page 26. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; A lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
“ for Second Early and Summer. Johnson’s Market Gardener’s No. 2. Page 27.
Pkt., 15c.; oz., 30c.; A lb., 85c.; lb., $3.25.
CABBAGE for Late or Winter. Johnson’s Matchless Late Flat Dutch. Page 28. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 25c.; A lb., 70c.; lb., $2.25.
CARROT for Early and Late. Rubicon. Page 29. Pkt , 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
CELERY, Early. Johnson’s XXX Paris Golden Self-Blanching. Page 30. Pkt., 15c.; oz., 50c.
“ Late or Winter. Johnson’s Manhattan. Page 8. Pkt., 20c.; oz., 50c.; A, lb., $1.35.
CORN, Sweet, Early. White Mexican. Page 32. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 20c., postpaid; by express, qt., 20c.
“ Sweet, Late. Country Gentleman. Page 32. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c., postpaid; by express,
qt., 30c.; 4 qts., $1.00.
CUCUMBER. Johnson’s Improved Arlington. Page 33. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; As, lb., 45c.; lb., $1.40.
LETTUCE, Head. New Mammoth Salamander. Page 37. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; A, lb., 45c.; lb., $1.60.
“ Curled Leaved. New Morse. Page 37. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; A lb., 35c.; lb., $1.25.
MUSKMELON, First Early. Johnson’s Dreamwold. Page 12. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; A lb., 75c.
“ Second Early. Anne Arundel. Page 38. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; X lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75.
WATERMELON. Johnson’s Dixie. (Extra selected stock.) Page39- Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; A lb., 40c.
ONION. Philadelphia Yellow Globe Danvers. Page 13. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; A lb., 70c.; lb., $2.40.
“ Minnesota Globe Wethersfield Red. Page 42. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; A lb., 75c.; lb., $2.75.
PARSLEY. Market Gardener’s Best. Page 46. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
PARSNIP. Ideal Hollow Crown. Page 46. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
PEAS, First Early. Johnson’s Record Extra Early. Page 44. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c.; qt., 40c., by
mail, postpaid; by express or freight, qt., 25c.; peck, $1.75; bush., $6.50.
PEAS, Medium. Thomas Laxton. Page 45. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 30c.; qt., 55c., by mail, postpaid;
by freight or express, qt., 40c.; peck, $2.00; bush., $7.75.
PEAS, Late. Carter’s Danby Stratagem. Pages 14 and 45 . Pkt., 10c.; pint, 30c.; qt., 55c., by
mail, postage paid; by express or freight, qt., 40c.; peck, $2.25; bush., 88.50.
PEPPER. Ruby King. Page 46. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; A lb., 85c.; lb., 83.00.
RADISH, Earliest. Scarlet or Cardinal Globe. Page 49. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 20c.; lb., 75c.
“ Summer. Long Chartier. Page 49. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
“ Winter. Improved Half-Long Black Spanish. Page 50. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.
SPINACH. New Parisian Long-Standing. Page 50. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 15c.; lb., 40c.
SQUASH, Summer. New Extra Early Jersey White Bush. Page 51. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 30c.
“ Winter. Hubbard. Page 51. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
TOMATO. Earliest. Johnson’s Jack Rose. Pages 16 and 52. Pkt., 15c.; oz., 50c.; A lb., 81.25.
“ MainCrop. Stone (Extra selected seed.) Page 52. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; A lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
TURNIP. Mammoth Purple Top Globe. Page 54. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; A lb., 25c.; lb., 70c.
THE ABOVE 36 VARIETIES ARE THE JOHNSON STANDARDS
They will produce the very finest of vegetables
in succession the whole season through, giving a
complete family vegetable garden. At regular
catalogue prices one packet of each of the 36
Standards would cost $3.10. We will, however,
mail the entire collection, all postage paid, on
receipt of only $1.50. As we have these special
packet collections already packed in advance, we cannot make any changes in them at this low price.
A SPECIAL OFFER
Asparagus
Johnson’s Vegetable Seeds
The 'Best Seeds that Grott), and a
List of Varieties it “Pays to Grow
SPECIALTIES AND STANDARDS
I N the interest of our customers we have endeavored to list in the
following pages the cream of all varieties known, weeding out many
that are still advertised by other seedsmen. We take great
pains each season to inform ourselves fully, by actual tests, as to the
real merits of everything offered as new or superior, and our customers
may rest assured that if any much-lauded variety is not found in our
Manual, the probability is much greater that we have tested it and
found it of little or no value, than that it is unknown to us. Some of the
older varieties have been left out on account of their being very similar
or inferior to some of the newer sorts. Any variety which has appeared
in former catalogues, although not here listed, can be furnished. It is
our constant aim thus to accommodate, gain and hold the confidence
of all customers.
Asparagus is one of the earliest spring vegetables. No vegetable
on our list can be produced so cheaply and easily. Directions for
_ planting and culture will be found in our new LEAFLET-ESSAYS,
--sent free on request. A bed 12 x 40 feet, requiring 100 roots, will
supply an ordinary family. One ounce of seed will sow 40 feet of row; 7,260 roots will plant an acre.
NEW EARLY FRENCH GIANT ASPARAGUS
This new sort is the earliest, largest and most prolific, being
a great improvement on the popular Palmetto or French Argen-
teuil Asparagus, which was first brought to this country by Mr.
John Nix, the largest asparagus grower of South Carolina. The
roots were imported from Mr. Louis L 4 rault de Argenteuil, of
France, and we have improved the original strain season by
season, so that it is much superior to the first importation, and
thoroughly acclimated to our northern climate. It is not only
ten days earlier than Palmetto, but of larger size and superior
in flavor and color.
Prices of Seed: Pkt., 6c.; oz., 10 c.; $ lb., 25 c.; lb., 75 c.
Good, Strong One-year-old Roots, 60 for 60 c.; 100 for $ 1 . 00 , by
mail, postage paid; by express or freight, 85 c. per 100 ; $ 5.76 per
1 , 000 . Two-year-old Roots, $ 1.00 per 100 ; $ 6.00 per 1 , 000 ,
by freight or express (500 roots at 1,000 rate).
DONALD’S ELMIRA ASPARAGUS
The delicate green color is notably different from either
the famous Barr’s Mammoth or Palmetto, while the stalks are
more tender and succulent. Owing to the large size, it requires
much less labor in cutting and bunching, thus lessening the
expense of marketing. Price of Seed: Pkt., 6c.; oz., 10 c.; $ lb.,
20 c.; lb., 60 c. Strong Roots, 1 year old, 70 c. per 100 ; (by mail,
postpaid, 50 for 50 c.; 90 c. per 100 ); $ 5.5 0 per 1 , 000 ; 2 years old .
75 c. per 100 ; $ 5.75 per 1 , 000 , by freight
or express (500 roots at 1,000 rate).
BARR’S MAMMOTH
In Philadelphia is much sought
after, and sells at top-notch prices on
account of its large size and fine ap-
f earance. Seed : Pkt, 5 c.; oz., 10 c.;
lb., 20 c.; lb., 50 c. Good, Strong
Roots, 1 year old, 65 c. per 100 (by
mail, postpaid, 60 for 50 c.; 85 c. per
100 ); $ 4.25 per 1 , 000 ; 2 years old, 70 c.
per 100 ; $ 4.75 per 1,000 (500 roots at 1,000 rate).
PALMETTO ASPARAGUS
Extensively grown for New York and Philadelphia markets, where it sells
at high prices, owing to its fine size and regularity. Seed and Roots, same
prices as Barr’s Mammoth.
CONOVER’S COLOSSAL ASPARAGUS
A well-known old standard variety. Prices of Seed: Pkt., 5 c.; oz., 10 c ■
k lb., 20 c.; lb., 45 c. Splendid Strong Roots, 1 year old, 50 c. per 100 (by mail, TWO _ OIn A8PAHAOlJ -
postpaid, 70 c. per 100 ); $ 4.00 per 1 , 000 ; 2 years old, 60 c. per 100 ; $ 4.50 per 1 , 000 . hoot.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
21
Three Valuable New Beans=From a Photograph
Johnson’s new giant stringless new Michigan white wax new hodson wax bush
VALENTINE
Johnson’s Giant Stringless Green Pod Valentine Bean
This valuable new variety will be found earlier, more prolific and with pods one-third larger than the
old Valentine. A great improvement. Pkt., ioc.; pint, 25c.; qt., 40c., by mail, postpaid; qt., 25c.;
peck, $1.50; bush., $5.75, by express or freight.
NEW MICHIGAN WHITE WAX BEAN—A Valuable Novelty
A new white-seeded Golden Wax, being exceptionally vigorous, hardy and productive; very attractive
in appearance and unsurpassed in quality, with the added advantage of being white-seeded. The best
Wax Bean that has yet been introduced. Pkt., ioc.; pint, 35c.; qt., 60c., postpaid; qt., 45c.; peck,
$3.25; bush., $ 12.00, by freight or express.
NEW HODSON WAX POD BUSH BEAN
A very vigorous grower; productive; large pods free from rust or blight, and when picked young entirely
stringless. Very showy and fine for market. Pkt., ioc.; pint, 25c.; qt., 40c., postpaid; qt., 25c.; peck,
$1.60; bush., $6.00, by freight or express.
BEANS—Green Podded—Dwarf or Bush
One quart will plant 100 feet of drill, two bushels will plant an acre in drills
Large, full-sized packets of any variety of Beans, 10c. each
Half pecks and half bushels supplied at peck and bushel rates
Refugee, or Thousand to One. Medium early, hardy, productive,
New Extra Early Refugee. Two weeks earlier than the old Refugee,
Improved Round Pod Red Speckled Valentine. Finest strain. .
Stringless Green Pod. Extra early and of very fine quality. . . .
Black Valentine. (Cropshort.) Long, round, solid pod, black seed
Longfellow. Long, straight, round, solid, green pods, very early. .
Hodson Green Pod. Superior new sort. Wonderfully productive,
BEANS—Wax Podded — Dwarf or Bush
Currie’s Rust-Proof Black Wax. Very early, fiat pods. Good
shipper and seller; most showy for market; fair quality.
New Round Pod Kidney Wax. Superior. One of the best round-
podded wax beans in cultivation; entirely stringless.
Golden Wax. The well-known old sort; popular for market.
Grennell’s Improved Rust-Proof Golden Wax. Very superior. .
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. Very popular, long, broad, flat pods. .
Davis Kidney Wax. A white-seeded bean. Long, oval pods.
Dwarf German Black Wax, or Butter. Well-known old sort. . . .
New Prolific German, or Cylinder Wax. Very early and prolific,
Keeney’s Pencil Pod Black Wax. Round, full and stringless. . . .
Golden-Eyed Wax. Early, hardy and prolific; popular market sort,
Postpaid’. By Express or Freight.
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
Peck.
Bush.
$0 25
So 40
So 25
$1
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$4 50
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
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Two New
Creations
See Novelties,
page 5.
NEW FORD-
HOOK BUSH
LIMA BEAN.
T h e only
stiffly erect form
of the Potato
Lima. Pkt.,i5c.;
K pint, 25c.;
pint, 45c., post¬
paid; by freight
or express, pint,
35c.; qt., 60c.;
4 qts., $2.00;
peck, $3.50;
bush., $12.50.
THE BURPEE
IMPROVED
BUSH LIMA.
A great
improvement.
Pkt., 15c.; ^
pint, 35c.; pint,
BEANS—Dwarf or Bush Lima Postpaid, j By Express or Freight.
We supply packets of all Beans at 10c. each, postpaid.
Half pecks and half bushels supplied at peck and bushel rates.
Dreer’s, or Kumerle Bush Lima. Possesses all the good qualities !
of the Dreer’s Pole Lima and possessing its fine flavor and good
qualities, producing 50 to 60 pods on a bush. i
Burpee’s Bush Lima. The most popular dwarf Lima, large flat
beans, growing vigorously to a height of about 20 inches. j
New Wonder Bush Lima. Earlier, dwarfer and more prolific than
the old Burpee’s Bush Lima, also hardier.
Henderson’s Bush Lima. Small white beans, very productive....
BEANS White Shelling Varieties
Day’s Leafless Medium. Vine stands up well, grows abundant
foliage, and previous to ripening, the leaves fall off, so that pod
is exposed to the sun, so they ripen evenly. Matures in eighty |
days.
Burlingame Mediums. The leading field bean in New York. ...
White Navy, or Pea Bean. A productive standard sort.
Royal Dwarf, or White Kidney. Very productive, fine for baking,
White Marrowfat. Well known; extensively grown for winter. .
BEANS—Pole or Running
New Golden Andalusia Wax. Most productive and profitable of
all the pole wax varieties; pods, 5 to 6 inches long; broad, fleshy
and stringless, surpassing all others in quality (crop failed).
Early Golden Cluster Wax. Early, large, flat, fleshy yellow pods,
Johnson’s Green Pod Stringless Pole (white seed). The best
early large podded productive Bean. See Novelties, page 4 . .
Lazy Wife’s. Green Podded Snap Short Pole Bean, produced in
large clusters; pods broad, thick, fleshy and stringless.
White Crease Back, or Fat Horse. One of the earliest Round Pod,
Improved Kentucky Wonder, or Old Homestead. Very long,
round, straight pods; early, entirely stringless, very productive, j
Southern Prolific. Continuous bearer, giving snap shorts in 80 days, j
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
$0 30 $0 50 j$o 35
Peck. Bush
$2 00 $7 50
30
50
i 35
2 25
8 00
30
50
35
2 25
8 00
25
45
30
2 00
7 00
20
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Photograph of a plant of the new fordhook bush lima.
60c., postpaid; pint, 50c.; qt., 85c.; 4 qts., $2.75; peck, $5.00, by express
Crops of many sorts of beans and peas are very short. Large buyers should write for special prices
when several bushels are wanted, as stocks of many sorts will be exhausted early in the season.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
23
New Jersey Grown Pole Lima Beans
WHY THEY ARE THE BEST
For nearly half a century Southern New Jer¬
sey has had the reputation, and deservedly so,
of growing the finest Lima Beans in the United
States, the product being eagerly sought after by
Boston, New York, Philadelphia and other Eastern
cities, for both seed and consumption. For some
years past, however, many seedsmen have been
growing their supplies in Southern California, where
they are grown very cheaply and without poles.
We have made hundreds of tests of various Limas
from California seed, and find the product much
inferior in both quality and productiveness to those
grown in New jersey. It is also difficult to get
them to take the poles, owing to the method by
which they are grown, while the beans are smaller
and lack the rich, buttery flavor peculiar to the
New^ Jersey Limas.
Shotwell’s Improved Thick Pole
Lima Bean
Originated by one of the best and most ex¬
perienced growers of Northern New Jersey. It is
of the thick or Potato Lima class, but will be found
a decided improvement on the Dreer's Improved
Pole Lima or any other bean of its class in earliness,
productiveness and fine quality. All claims made
for it have been fully substantiated by hundreds of
our customers who tried it in past seasons, and we
regret we have not room here to publish the many
strong recommendations received from them. Pkt.,
ioc.; pint, 30c.; qt., 55c., postpaid; by freight
or express, qt., 40c.; 2 qts., 70c.; peck, 92.25; bush.,
98.50.
Ford’s Mammoth Podded Pole
Lima Bean
This Lima Bean is the result of over twenty
years’ selection by the late Jas. Ford, who was one
of the oldest market gardeners around Philadelphia.
The pods grow to an average length of 8 inches, are
produced in great clusters, with from five to seven
beans per pod, of most excellent quality for using
either green or dry. The vines grow vigorously,
setting the beans early at the bottom of the pole,
and continue in bearing right up to frost. Ford’s
Mammoth Podded is, without exception, the
largest podded, finest flavored and most pro¬
ductive of all Lima Beans. Pkt., ioc.; pint,
30c.; qt., 55c., postpaid; pint, 20c.; qt., 40c.; 2
qts., 70c.;^peck, 92.00; bush., 97-50, by freight or
express.
THE CREAM
OF THE POLE LIMAS
iwenty quarts of Pole Limas are required to plant an acre in
hills 4 x 4 feet. We send Large Packets of any variety at 10 c. each
by mail, postage paid. Half peck and half bushel at peck and
bushel rates.
By Mail,
Postpaid.
By Express or Freight.
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
Peck.
Bush.
Large White Lima (extra size). New Jersey grown seed, very pro¬
ductive. Our strain is superior to most others.
9o 25
So 45
So 30
Si 75
96 50
King of the Garden. Large, fine pods, productive, beans good size,
25
45
30
1 75
6 78
Henderson's Early Leviathan. Very fine. See Novelties, page 5,
30
50
35
2 00
7 50
Pedrick’s Large Cluster Lima (Novelty 1908). Deep green, 12 to
13 pods to cluster, 5 to 6 beans to pod. A wonderful producer,
Salem Improved Evergreen Lima. Large beans of finest quality.
35
60
45
2 SO
9 00
35
60
45
2 25
8 25
Seibert’s Early Lima. The earliest large Pole Lima, easily shelled,
30
50
35
1 85
7 00
Dreer’s Improved, or Challenger Lima. Thick beans of fine
quality, remaining green in pod a long time.
30
50
35
1 85
7 00
Jersey Extra Early Lima. Large, early and productive .
30
50
35
1 85
7 00
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JOHNSON SEED C O M P A N Y
ckosby’s improved EGYPTIAN, the earliest beet.
CROSBY’S IMPROVED
EGYPTIAN BEET
This is our leading extra early beet for market
gardeners’ use ; equally good for the home table.
It is earlier than the old Extra Early Egyptian,
larger in size, smooth, and of the form as shown
in our photographic illustration above. It retains
its superior quality and does not become woody
and tasteless like the old Egyptian when allowed
to stand too long. It may be sown outside as late
as July. This beet was originated from the Extra
Early Egyptian by Mr. Crosby and is a very shy
seeder. Our stock is grown from stock seed
selected by the originator, and is superior in every
way. Price, per pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; J lb., 80c.; lb.,
$1.00,by mail, postage paid; by express, lb., 90c.;
5 lbs. and over, 85c. per lb.
LANIER'S SUPER BA, most perfect beet in existence.
LANIER’S SUPERBA BEET
For more than fifty years and until his death,
our old friend, William Lanier, one of the oldest
and best-known market gardeners near Philadel¬
phia, supplied the early and late markets with the
handsomest and most salable beets that could be
had, and Lanier’s Beets, as they were called, be¬
came much sought after by the best commission
merchants of New York, Boston and Philadelphia.
During all these years Mr. Lanier selected with a
critical eye the most perfect beets from each crop
for seed stock to plant for his own use. The pho¬
tograph gives an idea of its beautiful bell shape,
between a turnip and a half-long beet. A strong,
vigorous grower, producing marketable beets very
early, of a dark carmine color and very tender.
Price, pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; } lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
GARDEN BEETS —A Select List of the Best
One ounce of seed will sow sixty feet of drill, five pounds will sow an acre in drills
All varieties in regular large-sized packets, at sc. per packet.
Extra Early Egyptian Blood Turnip. A standard early sort with small top . .
Ruby Dulcet. Fine globe shape, blood-red, small top, finest quality ......
Johnson s Surprise. Extra early, small top, splendid shape and color ....
k5 npr °,\ e . hcll P se - A fin e round beet of first quality; very earlv, greatly improved
New Meteor. line round shape, skin dark blood-red, flesh red, very sweet . ’
Crimson Olobe. Round, smooth, deep purplish crimson, very sweet . .
ll^thn’ X , r a „a a m B Tu . rni P- Popular market sort, very showy, fine quality,
p^ri tlal Q S Ear y E,ood Turnip. \ ery popular, small top, flesh zoned, very sweet,
rw‘^-< 8 A SS ? n |V ? arly ’ ve . ry sweet > light-eotored flesh, fine form ....
Detroit Dark Red Turnip. Of fine dark color and form; splendid for market.
PHm-,n,ic" S 2 n :, o er y P° pU l ar "U h Philadelphia gardeners; good for winter use
Edrnands Early Red Turnip. Fine medium early, deep red, very uniform . .
Bastian s Halt-Long Blood. One of the most popular winter keepers . . . .
Long Smooth Blood Red. An excellent, large, very late sort, fine keeper . .
Swi ss Chard, or Silver. Cultivated for leaves, which are used as greens . . .
Per oz.
Klb.
Per lb.
</-•
O
o
$0 20
$0 60
10
30
1 00
10
25
90
10
20
70
10
25
80
10
20
75
10
20
60
10
20
60
10
20
60
10
30
1 00
10
20
70
10
20
<>5
10
20
55
10
20
55
10
20
60
MARKET GARDENERS, FARMERS’ CLUBS AND INSTITUTIONS wanting to pur-
.v, a ■. ase se , eds ! n large quantities should write for special prices. Although we have
made prices very low in this catalogue, yet where a number of pounds or bushels are wanted
we can frequently supply at a lower price than by the single pound or bushel In writing
ppipjf a . Ist °‘ Quantities wanted, and we will return promptly with our LOWEST COST
• a As man y crops, such as beets, beans, cucumbers, melons, peas, squashes and oth^r
vine seeds have been extremely short the past season, early orders aAd inquiries are advisable
Letters will reach us if addressed simply JOHNSON’S SEEDS, PHILADELPHIA.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
25
MANGEL-WURZEL AND SUGAR CATTLE BEETS
CHIRK CASTLE MANGEL-WURZEL BEET
Remarkable for its handsome, thick, uniform shape
and very broad shoulders, its diameter being greater and
its weight much heavier than Mammoth Long Red, as shown
in our photograph above. Flesh is deep red, containing less
water and more sugar than any other Mangel, making it more
nutritious and milk-producing. Sheep also thrive better
when fed on it, picking out pieces of it in preference to other
kinds. It was originated in Scotland, where it has been known
to produce 60 tons to the acre. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; } lb., 20c.;
lb., 50c., postpaid; by freight or express, lb., 40c.; 5 lbs.
(enough for one acre), $1.85; 10 lbs. and over at 35c. per lb.
WE WILL PAY $25.00 CASH
For the heaviest Chirk Castle or Taber’s Gate Post
Mangel grown in 1909 from our Seeds. $15.00 for heaviest;
$10.00 for second heaviest. Reports of weights to be sent by
mail by October 15th. We will then order the largest speci¬
mens sent in for exhibition.
TABER’S GATE-POST
The Largest and Best Yellow Mangel
Originated by Mr. Taber, the prominent English seed
grower. Since its introduction in England and in this country,
a few years since, has rapidly popularized itself, and is pro¬
nounced by leading farmers the most useful Mangel that can
be grown. Its handsome, clean roots are very heavy, often
weighing 40 pounds and over, and producing 2,000 to 2,500
bushels to the acre. Our seed of this now famous sort is grown
for us by the originator in England. Pkt. ,5c.; oz., 10c.; 1 lb.,
20c.: lb., 65c., postpaid; by freight or express, lb., 45c.; 5 lbs.
for $2.00; 10 lbs. or more, 35c. per lb.
All varieties in regular large-sized packets, at 5c. per packet.
If ordered in 5-Ib. lots, 5c. per lb. may be deducted.
Mammoth Long Red Mangel. Sometimes called Jumbo, Norbitan Giant, and
Colossal. The old variety, extensively grown for stock feeding.
Golden Giant Intermediate (Yellow Leviathan Mangel). Grows more than
half aboveground; flesh white, firm, sweet, very popular.
Champion Yellow Orange, or Globe. Heavy cropper; succeeds on light land . .
Golden Tankard Mangel. Broader than Mammoth Long Red ; hardy and early,
Giant Half Sugar Rose. A cross of the Mammoth Red Mangel and Improved
Sugar Beet, containing more sugar than other Mangels; large and smooth . .
Lane’s Improved Imperial. An improvement on the French Sugar Beet. Hard¬
ier, more productive, yielding thirty-five to forty tons per acre.
Red Top White Sugar Beet. The old variety, largely grown for stock feeding,
Peroz.
% lb.
Per lb.
$010
$0 15
$0 3b
10
15
35
10
15
35
10
15
35
10
15
35
10
15
35
10
15
35
J O H N S o N S K El) CO M P A N Y
2 (>
High=Bred American Grown Cabbage Seed
To gardeners generally no vegetable is of greater importance than the cabbage ; and to many grow¬
ers the success or failure of this crop means gain or loss for the year. It does not pay, therefore, to take
any risk in buying seed. Much of the seed commonly sold has not had the great care necessary in
growing to make it reliable. Our Cabbage Seed is the very best that can be grown, raised only from
the centre shoots and from carefully selected solid heads. Our crops are all personally inspected with
untiring care and watchfulness. As a standing evidence of its quality, we annually supply hundreds of
the best market gardeners about Philadelphia, New York, Chicago and other large cities.
JOHNSON’S
VERY EARLIEST
CABBAGE
The Earliest and
Hardest Heading of All First
Early Cabbages
Johnson’s very earliest cabbage. 10 days earlier than Early
Jersey Wakefield.
tnand the early market in your neighborhood. The heads
remarkably uniform,
at $3.00 per lb.
For over 20 years has this splen¬
did cabbage been one of our leading
specialties. It has steadily grown
in favor and is to-day the standby
of many of our best friends. No
words of praise can be written that
would recommend this most desir¬
able cabbage too highly. It is ten
days earlier than Early Jersey
Wakefield, and is unsurpassed in
fine quality, great beauty and vigor
of growth. With it you can com-
slightly conical, large, solid and
Price, pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.: \ lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50; 2 lbs., $6.50; 5 lbs. and over,
Johnson’s Extra Selected Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage
While this sort is not so early as Johnson’s Very Earliest, it will be found to be the very best
conical headed sort to come in immediately after it. It heads up remarkably hard and solid with but
few outside leaves, which are unusually thick and heavy, enabling it to stand cold weather without
injury when carried through the winter either in the open ground in the South or in cold frames in
the North. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; J lb., 70c.; lb., $2.50.
An Ideal List of Early and Summer CABBAGES
JOHNSON’S STANDARD STRAINS
Large packets of the following varieties, ioc. each.
Johnson’s Quick Cash. Earliest and hardiest flat-headed cabbage. A perfei
wonder in earliness and fine quality. Heads firmly at an early stage (
growth Pkt., 15c. ... ...
Earliest Etampes. An extra early small French sort, with pointed heads
Early Spring. A round, flat-headed cabbage, as early as Jersey Wakefield
Charleston, or Large Wakefield. About a week later than Jersey Wakefield
Early Danish Round Head. Earlier than Danish Ball Head ; of the sho
stemmed type, wonderfully solid, hard, crisp and tender.
Early Winnigstadt. (Grown from Prussian Prize Stock.) Those intending
aii E an i t ' 1,s , variety "’ill find, our strain superior in earliness, size and solidity
All Head Early A flat head, coming in with Early Summer; much larger .
Early Flat Dutch. \V e offer a remarkably fine strain ; a sure, solid header .
a f n “ erson s Early Summer. A most popular and superior second earlv sort
All Seasons (Vandergaw). One of the finest, growing to a large size quickly
Henderson s Succession. An excellent second early ; on style of All Seasons .
Louisville Early Drumhead. Dark, bluish-green color; popular in theSouthwes
Fottler s Improved f lat Brunswick. Large, solid heads ; fine for early or lati
American
Grown Seed.
Per oz.
a n>.
Per lb.
$0 35
$1 00
$3 50
20
50
1 65
20
60
2 25
25
70
2 60
25
70
2 50
20
45
1 60
20
60
2 25
20
45
1 66
20
45
1 66
20
50
1 76
20
55
2 00
20
50
1 75
20
50
1 75
V <) P ULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
27
Johnson's Market Gardeners' No. 2 Cabbage
A FLAT-HEADED CABBAGE, COMING IN WITH WAKEFIELD AND
PRODUCING DOUBLE THE CROP OF ANY OTHER EXTRA EARLY
In this, the most perfect and
uniform cabbage in existence, we
have also the earliest and most
compact of all large cabbages.
It receives nothing but praise from
Maine to California, and is pro¬
nounced by prominent gardeners
everywhere the very best of all
large early cabbages, either for
summer or winter use. In it we
have a cabbage so hardy and vig¬
orous that it can be set earlier
than Jersey Wakefield or Early
Summer, and will produce fine,
solid, marketable heads, more than
twice as large as Jersey Wakefield
and one-half again as large as Early
Summer, and comes in as early as
Lar^e Wakefield and fully a week
earlier than Early Summer or any
other variety of its size or class.
When planted for a fall or winter
crop there is no other cabbage
which will withstand the summer
Bun so well and is 90 sure to form
large, deep, solid heads which keep
perfectly all winter. Choicest seed
of our own selection and growth.
Pkt., 15c.; oz., 30c.; J lb., 85c.;
lb., $3.25; 5 lbs. and over, $3.00
per lb.
Louderback’s All the Year Round Cabbage
This cabbage, originated by Daniel Louderback, has for many years been the standard early round-
headed cabbage with Philadelphia gardeners, who prefer it to Early Summer and similar sorts, the
originator frequently getting as high as $10.00 per pound for his seed It is not only the finest early
Drumhead in cultivation, but is equally as good for second and third early, intermediate and late.
Heading large, compact and solid at all seasons. Pkt., 10c.; ox., 25c.; i lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
GENUINE DANISH
BALL-HEAD CABBAGE
Se«d Grown by the Originator in Denmark
An extremely hardy imported cabbage,
which is growing in popularity in America,
having proven itself one of the very best winter
sorts. It is a very sure header, very solid and
heavy, an extra good keeper and good seller.
It is medium to late, but is generally grown as a
late crop. The heads are not extra large, and
without many outer leaves, so that it can be
grown in close quarters. It has excellent keeping
qualities, and comes out of the pit in March or
April as fresh aB when it was put in. It is the
best cabbage to raise where it is sold per ton or
by weight, as its solidity is not equalled by any
other cabbage in the list. Prices : pkt., 10c.; oz.,
20c.; i lb., 60c.; lb.. $2.00; 2 lbs , $3.75.
A SPECIAL OFFER
The above three cabbages give a fine suc¬
cession. We will supply one packet of each for
only 25 cents.
DANISH BAI.I.-HKA 1> CABBAGE.
JOHNSON S E E I) C O 31 P A N 3
JOHNSON’S MATCHLESS LATE FLAT DUrCH CABBAGE
The largest, handsomest, most uniform and solid of all late sorts, pronounced by experienced cab¬
bage growers the finest strain of late cabbage in the world. I’kt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; $ lb., 70c.; lb., $2.25.
An Ideal List of Standard Late or Winter CABBAGES
All varieties in regular large-sized packets at ioc. per packet.
Danish Ball Head Winter. (See cut, previous page.) Very round solid bead,
withstands drought and succeeds on poor soil.
Surehead. (Original seed.) Strong, vigorous; very uniform ; large and solid . .
Rockhead Winter. Large, perfect shape, sure header and long keeper.
Short Stem Drumhead. Surpasses the old Late Drumhead, ripening earlier . . .
Large Late Drumhead. Old favorite winter sort; valuable for main crop . . . .
Premium Flat Dutch. Largely grown for main crop ; a favorite for winter market,
Improved Red Dutch Erfurt. Very hard heads ; deep blood color ; for pickling,
Mammoth Red Rock. Largest, hardest heading and best red cabbage.
Johnson’s hard Heading Savoy. The best flavor, equal to cauliflower. See cut,
1
^ Peroz.
K lb.
Per lb.
$0 20
$0 60
$2 00
20
50
1 75
20
60
2 25
20
55
1 85
15
45
1 50
15
45
1 50
20
55
2 00
20
55
2 00
25
75
2 75
BRUSSELS SPROUTS, or
MINIATURE CABBAGE
If more widely known, the Brussels Sprout would be
as popular as it is valuable; few people appreciate its full
worth as a winter vegetable. The small cabbages
grow on stalks in
great profusion. It is
not the least affected
by frost, and equal to
cauliflower in flavor.
I 31 PROVED
HALF-DWARF, or
PARIS MARKET.
The most productive
and hardiest variety,
bearing fi n e, hand¬
some, solid sprouts,
growing closely o n
the stalk and of finest
quality. Pkt.,5c.; oz.,
15c.; % lb., 45c.; lb.,
$1.60.
LONG ISLAND
STRAIN. Compact
sprouts, largely
grown for New York
BRUSS EI„.S SPROUTS.
markets. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.: K lb.. 65c.; lb.. $2.40.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
20
JOHNBON’S ALABASTER. Pkt., 25c.\ OZ., 83.00 ; % lb., $11.00.
CAULIFLOWER
One ounce will produce about fifteen hundred plants and sow about forty square feet. One-
half ounces and one-half pounds furnished at ounce and pound rates.
Johnson’s Early Alabaster. One of the best cauliflowers in cultivation ;
easiest grown, surest header and earliest. See photograph above . . .
Gilt Edge Early Snowball. Extra fine stock. For forcing under glass dur¬
ing winter and early spring, or for planting later in the open ground,
Pearl of Denmark. The latest novelty from Denmark.
Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt (Extra Selected). For forcing or open ground,
Danish Dry Weather. Almost as early as Snowball, with larger heads
Extra Early Paris. Heads of medium size ; first-class, sure header . . .
Lenormand Short Stem. Has very large heads ; white, firm and late .
Large Algiers. Market gardeners’popular late sort; enormous size . .
Veitch’s Autumn Giant. Vigorous in growth, very large and late . .
CARROTS — For the Table and Stock Feeding
Per
! pkt.
Per oz.
Per lb.
$0 25
$3 00
$11 00
$40 00
25
2 25
7 00
25 00
30
5 00
25
2 25
7 00
25 00
25
3 00
11 00
40 00
10
65
2 25
7 00
10
60
2 00
6 50
10
65
2 25
7 00
10
50
1 75
5 50
Extra Clean
Rubbed Seed.
One ounce will sow about one hundred and twenty-five feet of drill; four pounds will sow an acre.
All varieties in regular large-sized packets, at 5 c. per packet.
Rubicon Half-Long Orange. The best and most popular half-long carrot. Earlier
than Danvers, heavier and thicker at the shoulders, as shown in our photo¬
graph above, making it more productive ; the leaves are also shorter and finer.
A wonderfully heavy cropper, producing from 30 to 40 tons to the acre under
good culture. 5 lbs. and over, 85c. per lb., by freight or express.
Improved Danvers. (Improved American Strain.) Top small; color rich
orange; shape, handsome and smooth; superior quality; valuable also to grow
for feeding stock, being well adapted to all soils. 5 lbs. for $3.25, bv express
New French Market. (French seecf.) Fine deep orange color, beautiful, smooth’
distinct, half-long shape, free from core. Heavy cropper and a great keeper’
Early Scarlet Horn. (Short Horn.) Old standard and favorite early sort .
Ox-Heart, or Guerande. Early, short, thick, very smooth and handsome . . .
Early Half-Long Scarlet, Pointed. Very productive and handsome, fine quality
Chantenay. (Stump-rooted.) Similar to the old French Nantes carrot . .
Saint Vallery, or Intermediate Red. Rich red color ; late, thick and smooth,
Long Orange. (Improved.) Well-known standard sort. 5 lbs., $2.76, by express
Nichols’ Long Orange. Much earlier than old Long Orange, shorter top ;
color, deej) orange red. Perfectly smooth. 5 lbs. and over, 66c. per lb. . .
Large White Belgian. For cattle feeding ; very productive and large.
Large Yellow Belgian. Differing from above in color ; a fine late keeper . . !
Per oz.
Per lb.
$0 10
$0 30
$100
10
25
80
10
25
80
10
25
75
10
25
75
10
25
80
10
25
80
10
25
75
10
20
70
10
25
80
6
15
55
10
20
70
Paris Golden Sell-Blanching Celery, Johnson’s XXX Strain. Pkt.. 15 c.; oz^ 50c.; 1-4 lb.. $1.35; lb.. $5.00.
Paris Golden Self=Blanching Celery
Johnson’s XXX Strain
If you grow celery you can¬
not afford to be without our New
Leaflet-Essay on Celery Culture,
sent free to all purchasers, when re¬
quested, with the order.
This most valuable of all celer¬
ies, for either the amateur or market
gardener, is grown and selected for us
by the originator in France as John¬
son’s XXX Strain. It is remark¬
ably early, entirely self-blanching,
with large, beautiful golden yellow
heart, very crisp, solid and nutty.
A fact that speaks for itself is that
we received orders for over 6 oo
lbs. of the seed last season from
some of the largest celery growers
in the United States, men who
make celery practically their only
crop, and who therefore can afford
to take no chances on their most
important crop.
Price, pkt., 15 c.; oz., 50 c.;
X lb., 51 . 35 :1.1b., $5-°o.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
31
IMPORTANT
TO CELERY
GROWERS
See the three fine new Celeries, Johnson’s Manhattan,
Silver SelLBlanching and New Columbia, described
and illustrated on page 8.
Winter Queen Celery
Popular Late Celery
Since the introduction of this very valuable
celery seven years ago, it has become the most
popular of all as a late winter keeper, frequently
being seen and selling at high prices in the month
of May, after all othbr celeries are done. It is
much stouter, thicker and heavier; of stocky, robust
habit, with double the amount of heart of other
sorts. Ribs blanch to a creamy white, solid,
crisp and of nutty flavor. (See photograph.) Pkt,
10c.; oz., 25c.; } lb., 70c.; lb., $2.50.
Johnson’s Perfected
White Plume Celery
The Earliest Celery
Easiest to grow as it blanches without even
earthing up. Our extra selected and perfected
market garden strain is entirely free from green
celery found in most other strains of this im¬
portant sort. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c. ; $ lb., 60c. ;
lb., $2.00.
IF UNDECIDED what to select, with
no time to wade through the catalogue,
TURN TO PAGE i9. You will find a list
of STANDARD VARIETIES GUARAN¬
TEED TO GIVE SATISFACTION FOR
AN AVERAGE GARDEN.
winter qt’een celery. The best late standard sort.
The Best of the Standard CELERIES
One ounce will produce about 2500 plants and sow about 200 feet of row.
Large packets, io cents each, except where noted.
Johnson’s Golden Self-Blanching (American Seed). Many gardeners are
planting their entire crops with our superior strain of this variety.
Johnson’s New Cremona. Sport from Winter Queen; fine late keeper; easily grown,
Giant Pascal. Popular green sort, very brittle, crisp and nutty in flavor; pkt., 5c.,
New Columbia. (See page 8.) Early, showy, and superior quality. Stalks
resemble in shape Giant Pascal, with rich yellow tint of Golden Self-Blanching,
Perle le Grand. Popular, large, green celery, for early and late use ; pkt., 5c. .
Golden.Dwarf, or Golden Heart. Fine,large, solid, waxy-golden heart; pkt.,5e.,
Perfection Heartweil. Large heart; superior quality; excellent for winter; pkt., 5c.,
Schumacher. Immense size; solid,crisp; firm golden-vellow heart; late keeper,
Myers’ Quick-Growing White Plume. Selected and improved by Myers &
Bowman, well-known Phila. market gardeners; very early, large and handsome,
Soup or Flavoring Celery. (Old Seed.) Used for flavoring soups, stews, etc. . .
CELERIAC, or Turnip-Roote d Celery. Extra Large Smooth Prague. Pkt., 5c.,
Per oz.
Mlb.
Per lb.
$0 35
$1 00
$3 25
25
10
2 50
15
45
1 50
36
90
3 25
15
50
1 75
15
40
1 25
16
45
1 25
15
50
1 75
25
75
2 75
6
10
25
15
40
1 50
CHIVES
Hardy and perennial members of the onion family,
crown exclusively for their tops. Roots, per hunch, 25c.,
by mail, postpaid.
COLLARDS (COLEWORT)
Largely used as “greens,” especially in the South. A
form of the cabbage, bearing new leaves as the old ones are
pulled off.
GEORGIA. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 25c.; lb., 80c.
CRESS
EXTRA CURLED. (Pepper Gross.) Fine flavor; will
cut several times. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 15c.; lb., 50c.
TRUE WATER CRESS. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; lb..
90c.; lb., 83.00.
CORN SALAD, or FETTICUS
BROAD LEAVED (LARGE SEEDED). A delicious
salad, used during the winter and spring months as a substi¬
tute for lettuce, and is also cooked and used like spinach.
PUt., 5e.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 15c.; lb., 65c.
Mammoth Early Epicure. A standard second early sweet corn; very large ears, rich flavor. Pkt
ioc.; pint, 20c.; qt., 35c., postpaid; qt., 25c.; peck, $1.25; bush., $4.50, by express or freight.
PERKINS’ EXTRA EARLY MARKET. The Earliest Table Corn. Selected by a New Jersey
market grower, who for a few years past has completely controlled the early markets here on account of
its wonderful earliness and hardiness. Ears medium size, creamy white color. Tender, sweet and juicy.
Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c.; qt., 45c., postpaid; qt., 35c.; 2 qts., 60c.; peck, $1.50; bush, $5.00, by express.
SWEET CORN
Eastern grown seed, arranged in the order of maturity
Large packets, 10 c. each
Postpaid.
By Express (not prepaid)
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
Peck.
Bush.
STANDARD EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES
Adams’ Extra Early. Not sugar corn; small ears for early use. .
So 15
So 25
So 15
So 70
S2 50
Burlington Hybrid. Most profitable for market; resembles sweet
corn; nearly as early as Adams’, with ears as large as Evergreen,
20
30
20
80
2 75
Peep 0’ Day. Very early, sweet and productive; dwarf in growth . .
20
30
20
I 10
4 00
Early White Mexican. Quality similar to old Black Mexican. .
20
3 °
20
I 00
3 40
Golden Bantam. Hardy and sweet, dry, grains deep yellow color,
25
4 °
30
1 50
5 50
Early Cory, or First of All. Very early, with fair-sized ears _
Holmes’ Premo. Large ear; 60-day corn; very sweet and hardy,
New Mammoth White Cory. A selection from the old White Cory,
20
3 °
20
I 00
3 75
20
30
20
I 10
4 00
which it has displaced; fully as early, with larger ears.
20
3 °
20
I 10
4 00
New Early Champion. Ripens ahead of Crosby’s; larger ears..
20
3 °
20
I 10
4 00
Kendel’s Early Giant. Large, handsome ears; ready in 70 davs.
20
30
20
I 10
4 00
Crosby’s Extra Early. Fair-sized ears; of excellent quality....
20
30
20
I 10
4 00
SECOND EARLY AND GENERAL CROP VARIETIES
Shaker’s Early. Very large, white grain; early and productive. .
20
3 °
20
I 10
4 00
The Honey. Husks and stalks deep red color; ears cream white. .
20
35
25
1 2 5
4 5 °
New Early Evergreen. Ears as large as Stowell’s; 10 days earlier
20
25
1 10
4 00
Stowell’s Evergreen. Original stock as introduced by Mr. Stowell,
Johnson’s Five-Eared Sugar. (Novelty 1909.) See page 8. .
20
35
30
60
20
5 °
1 10
3 oo
4 00
Country Gentleman. (Improved strain.) Sweetest of all . . .
25
40
35
30
i 35
5 00
4 2 5
Shoe Peg, or Ne Plus Ultra. Small ears, with very irregular rows, :
Late Mammoth. The largest ears of all, rich, sweet and superior,
20
25
i i 5
20
30
20
1 10
4 00
POP CORN FOR THE BOYS.
Queen’s Golden, White Rice and Silver Lace. Ears, ioc. each, shelled; pkt., ioc.; pint, 20c.;
qt., 40c., postpaid; lb., 15c.; 10 lbs., §1.00; 25 lbs., $ 2.00; 50 lbs., 6c. per lb., by express.
POPULAR VEGETABE E S E EDS
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Johnson’s improved ARLINGTON white spine. The most profitable cucumber for market, shipping or home use.
Johnson’s Improved Arlington White Spine Cucumber — Extra Select
A marked improvement over all other strains of White Spine. The vine is very hardy, and its earli¬
ness has been developed until the first fruit is ready for shipment a week or more in advance of any of
the old White Spines. The color is a clear, rich preen, brilliant and permanent to an extraordinary
degree. Its shapely form is well shown in our photograph above. In productiveness it ranks first, the
cucumbers being set in profusion, close to the hill, and of unequalled symmetry and uniformity. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 20c.; $ lb., 45c.; lb., $1.40, postpaid; by express, lb., $1.30; 5 lbs. and over, $1.25 per lb.
CUCUMBERS
One ounce will plant about fifty hills, two pounds will plant one acre.
Large packets, sc. each.
Per oz.
K lb.
Per lb.
Peerless, or Improved White Spine. A fine strain ; very early and handsome .
$0 10
$0 30
$1
00
Evergreen White Spine. Retains its deep green color in all stages of growth . .
10
35
1
20
Arlington White Spine. Old standard for market and shipping.
10
35
1
25
Coy’s Early Cyclone. The earliest White Spine by 3 weeks. Wonderfully prolific,
Johnson’s Hot-House Forcing. Seed from hot-house-grown cucumbers. Some-
10
35
1
25
thing extra good; equally valuable for growing outside. Pkt., 10c.
Davis’ Perfect. For forcing or outdoors. Very productive, handsome shape and color
45
1 35
4
75
15
45
1
50
New Klondike. Early, prolific, attractive, dark green ; crisp. Fine for market,
10
35
1
10
Early Frame, or Short Green. For slicing or pickling ; productive and early . .
10
35
1
10
Westerfield’s Chicago Pickle. One of the best pickles ; very popular West . .
10
35
1
20
Nichol’s Medium Green. Thick through ; full ends ; for slicing or pickling . . .
10
35
1
20
Green Prolific, or Boston Pickling. Dark green ; uniform small size; productive,
10
35
1
25
Improved Long Green. (Jersey Pickle.) Park green; crisp and productive . . .
Johnson’s Perfected Jersey Pickle. New and fine. The best pickle. See cut .
10
35
1
20
15
45
1
40
New Cumberland. Very prolific, fine for pickling or slicing..
10
30
1
00
Fordhook Pickling. Excellent new sort, but not equal to Johnson’s Perfected . .
15
35
1
25
Giant of Pera. Grows 1 to 1 V 2 feet long; one of the best for table use.
15
45
1
40
West India Gherkin, or Burr. Small; prickly fruits; best for small pickles . .
15
45
1
40
DAVI9 7 PERFECT CUCUMBER.
JOHNSON’S PERFECTED JERSEY PICKLE.
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IMPROVED BLACK BEAUTY EGG PLANT. MAMMOTH GREEN CURLED.
Fruits thick and perfect in form. Skin rich purplish black The largest and best Endive, much superior to the old Green
Pkt., ioc.; oz., 70 c.; X lb., $ 2 . 00 ; lb., $ 7 . 00 . Curled. Pkt., 10 c.; oz., 20 c.; X lb., 45 c.; lb., $ 1 . 50 .
EGG PLANT —Choice New Jersey Grown Seed.
One ounce will produce 1000 plants. Large packets, 10c. each.
New York Improved Large Purple, Spineless. The old standard sort.
New Jersey Improved Large Purple. Largest and finest of late Egg Plants....
Improved Black Beauty. Fine new sort; handsome shape, hardy, thrifty, well-
rounded bushes, giving io to 20 perfect fruits, which never turn gray.
Johnson’s Northmount. The earliest and hardiest of all large smooth purple
Egg Plants. See Novelties, page 9. Per pkt., 20c.; ]/* oz., 85c.
ENDIVE, or Chicory
One ounce will sow fifteen feet of drill and will produce about three thousand plants.
Large packets, 5c. each except where noted.
Mammoth Green Curled. Leaves very crisp, tufty and full. Mid-rib is pure
white, with large, white heart, fleshy and tender. ’ Equally suitable for spring,
summer or autumn planting. Pkt., ioc .
Broad Leaved (Escarollel. Large and sweet, for fall and winter. Popular South,
Giant Green Fringed, or Oyster. Very handsome and tender. Used largely by
restaurants to decorate oysters. Easily blanched by tying in center .
Ever-White Curled. A very attractive and choice salad, with yellow mid-rib. .
DANDELION — Sow early in drills eighteen inches apart.
Improved Large, or Thick Leaved. A very early spring salad. Pkt., ioc. . .
GOURDS —Large Packets, 10c. each.
Luffa, or Dishcloth. A vegetable dishcloth, a sponge and bath brush combined.
Fruit grows about 2 feet in length. Vine grows to a height of 20 to 25 feet . .
Dipper. Capacity varies from a pint to a quart, with handles 6 to 12 inches long.
Convenient for dipping hot liquids, etc. Pkt., ioc.
Japanese Nest-Egg. These exactly resemble the eggs of hens, making a capital
nest-egg. A rapid-growing climber. Pkt., ioc.
Sugar Trough. Very useful for baskets, dishes, buckets, etc. Hard, thick shells,
capable of holding from two to ten gallons each; plant grows rapidly. Pkt., ioc.
Fine Mixed. A collection of the most ornamental, including the above. Pkt., ioc.
Per Oz
X Lb.
Lb.
$ 0 50
Si 50
?5 25
50
1 5 °
5 50
70
2 00
7 00
i 5 °
Cn
O
O
20
45
150
15
40
125
l 5
45
150
'5
40
1 40
60
1 50
35
I 00
25
75
2 75
25
75
25
75
40
1 25
Experience back of Johnson’s Standard Quality Seeds. 36 years of testing
I Cdl 3 and proving the best led to the selection of everything offered in this list.
THE SEED BUSINESS is different from most others, from the fact that after the seeds
are sown, a long time must elapse before their real value is known, and for this reason the
sale of seeds to the planter must be a matter of confidence, and that confidence can only be
lastingly held by such seed growers who test their seeds before selling, and who HAVE THE
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE to determine when they are right. While there are many other
houses who supply good seeds to their customers, we know there are none better than JOHN¬
SON S, and we assure all, our old as well as prospective customers, that there are no better
stocks to be had than we are growing and selling to-day.
SMOOTH WHITE SHORT-LEAVED — THE BEST KOHL-RABI. NEW GIANT ITALIAN LEEK.
KOHL-RABI OR TURNIP=ROOTED CABBAGE.
One ounce will sow one hundred and fifty feet of drill.
Large packets, 10 c. each, postpaid.
New Smooth White. Very Short-Leaved. Extra fine for table or market.
Superior to White Vienna, very early and best for forcing or outside growth,
New Smooth Purple. Very Short-Leaved. Differs from above only in color,
White Vienna. Very early, short-leaved, delicate, handsome and tender.
Early Purple Vienna. Similar to above except in color, which is bluish purple,
KALE OR BORECOLE.
One ounce will produce about two thousand plants.
Large packets, 5 c. each, postpaid.
New Imperial, or Long Standing. Slow seeder, hardiest for gardeners; superior
to all other sorts in vigorous habit; bright green color.
Philadelphia Green Curled Scotch. Height, 2 feet. Popular Philadelphia strain,
Extra Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. Height, 18 inches. Popular South.
LEEK.
One ounce will sow one hundred feet of drill, and produce about one thousand plants.
Packets, 5 c. each, by mail, postpaid.
New Giant Italian. The largest and best of all. Very hardy, with distinct, dark-
colored leaves; mild in flavor, like the Italian Onions; fine keeper. See cut. .
Large American Flag. Very large, hardy and productive; popular for market. .
London Flag. Old sort, smaller and inferior to the new large variet ies.
Monstrous Carentan, or Scotch Champi on. (Musselburg.) Very large. .. .
HORSE RADISH.
Horse radish is grown from young roots or sets, which should be planted
out in the spring. They will form a large-sized radish, fit for use in one
season’s growth. Common variety roots, per dozen, 20c.; per 100, 75c.,
postpaid (50c. per 100; $3.00 per 1,000, by express). Write for special prices in
large lots.
MALINER KREN —a New Horse Radish from Bohemia.
This new sort was brought from Bohemia by Mr. Fairchild, Agricultural
Explorer for the office of Plant Introduction of the United States Department
of Agriculture.
The roots grow to a very large size, perfectly white, and suited to almost
any soil. Roots set in April will yield a large crop in October. Grows much
more rapidly than the old variety, and its flavor is the very best; especially
is the difference noticeable in early fall, when the old variety would be too
green for use. It is a profitable crop for the farmer, and should be planted
in every home garden, as it can be grown as easily as potatoes or corn, simply
by sticking down the cuttings in rows, cultivating same as cabbage, and plow
out in the fall or spring, same as potatoes, parsnips or carrots. Small roots,
ready for planting: 25c. per dozen, or $1.50 per 100, by mail, postpaid. By
express or freight, not prepaid: Larger size, $1.00 per 100; 87.00 per 1,000.
GARLIC.
r ■ Thc-&tte^ould be planted in spring. Cultivate same as onions. Sets, per % lb., 15c.; lb., 40c.,
po-stpaid; by express, lb., 30c.; 10 lbs. and over, 25c. per lb.
HORSE RADISH ROOTS.
Per oz.
x ib.
Per lb.
$0 30
$0 80
$3 00
30
80
3 00
25
70
2 50
25
70
2 50
10
20
65
10
20
60
10
25
70
l 5
50
1 50
10
30
I 00
10
30
90
l 5
40
1 25
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HARVESTING THE SEED FROM A FIELD OF OUR MAMMOTH SALAMANDER LETTUCE. See lieftd next page.
Cabbage or Heading Varieties of LETTUCE
One ounce will sow about one hundred square feet and produce three thousand plants.
All varieties in regular large-sized packets at sc. each per packet.
Per oz.
V* lb.
Per lb.
White-Seeded Tennis Ball, or Boston Market. A well-known forcing sort. .
$0 10
$0 30
$i
00
Arlington Tennis Ball. Improved strain; saved from plants started under glass,
Johnson’s Hot-House. Double the size of Tennis Ball; never rots.
20
50
i
60
20
50
i
75
Myers’ “All Right.” Equally valuable for forcing or open ground planting . .
Relchner’s Early White Butter. Large, solid ; fine for forcing or open ground,
15
45
i
50
15
35
r
25
Big Boston. A fine strain for forcing or open ground ; very large, solid heads . .
20
60
2
00
Johnson’s Summerlead. Large, handsome yellow' heads of perfect quality . .
20
60
i
75
Holy rood Hot Weather. Wonderful heat resister. See Novelties, page 10. Pkt., 10c.
35
86
3
00
Golden Gate. Immense solid heads, crisp, tender; sure header; resists heat . .
20
45
1
50
Mongolian. A new variety from Asia, valuable for spring and fall planting,
20
45
1
50
Copperhead. Large, solid light brown outside, shading to light pink inside . .
20
50
I
75
Giant Glacier. Large, light green heads; leaves crimpled like Savoy Cabbage,
15
45
1
50
Sensation, Forms a solid head before half grown ; light yellowish green . . .
15
45
1
50
Silver Ball. Head white, solid, firm ; splendid for spring and summer use . .
15
35
1
25
Philadelphia Dutch Speckled Butter. Fine large heads of excellent quality .
15
35
1
25
Hornberger’s Dutch Butter. Improvement on Dutch Butter ; private stock .
20
60
2
00
White Russian Summer. Very large, handsome heads; fine for open ground,
15
35
1
25
California Cream Butter, or Royal Summer Cabbage. Fine, solid heads . .
15
35
1
25
Salamander. Old sort. Fine compact heads, which resist heat admirably . . .
15
35
1
25
Deacon. A large, solid cabbage lettuce for summer; heads light green outside .
15
35
1
25
Nansen, or North Pole. Style of Deacon ; ten days earlier, very hardy ....
15
40
1
40
New York (Wonderful). Large, dark green heads; used only as a summer sort,
Improved Hanson. Very large, solid and of fine quality; withstands the hot sun,
15
35
1
25
15
35
1
25
Photograph of head of myers, “ all right” lettuce. Johnson’s summerlead. Best to stand heat. Pkt., 5c.*
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; V A lb., 45c.; lb., 51.50. oz., 20c.; y 4 lb., 60c ; lb. 51.75.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
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Mammoth Salamander Lettuce
In the New Mammoth Salamander we have a
variety which possesses all the desirable qualities
of the old Salamander, but grows to double the
size. It is the result of many years’ careful selec¬
tion and breeding by a Philadelphia market gar¬
dener, whose main crop is lettuce. Owing to its
handsome appearance and fine quality, it is to-day
the most rapid seller in New York and Philadel-
hia markets. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; \ lb., 46c.; lb.,
1 . 00 .
Big Boston Lettuce
A tine forcing variety for cold frames during
the winter months, as it produces heads of very large
size, and succeeds better in a cooler temperature
than most forcing strains. It heads well also in
the open ground. Per l’kt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; } lb.,
60c.; lb., $2.00.
Early May King Lettuce
Fine for early spring planting in the open
ground. Round, compact, solid heads, green and
tender. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; \ lb., 40c.; lb., $1.50.
LETTUCE—Curled or Loose Leaved Varieties
All varieties in regular large-sized packets, at 5c. per packet.
Per oz
Klb.
Per lb.
Qrand Rapids. A famous shipping, loose-headed forcing sort; popular West . .
$0 15
$0 45
$1 50
Black-Seeded Simpson. Improved strain ; large, loose heads ; light in color . .
15
35
1 25
Early Prize-Head (Brown Cabbage). Large, loose heads, tinged with brown . .
15
35
1 25
Early Curled Silesian. A leading early sort; fine for cutting for home use . . .
New Trianon Cos, or Celery Lettuce. The finest of all the Cos sorts; leaves
when bleached are stiff like celery stalks, and can be eaten in the same manner,
Lettuce—American Varieties Mixed. Fifteen kinds mixed in one package, giv-
15
35
1 25
15
45
1 50
ing a succession of fine lettuce the whole season in the home garden.
15
35
1 25
New Morse Lettuce
This excellent new curled lettuce might be
called an improved Black Seeded Simpson, except
from the fact that the seed is white. It grows to
large size. The outer leaves are light green, while
within they blanch to a beautiful light yellow. It
withstands summer heat splendidly, is very early
and of delightful flavor, being very crisp and ten¬
der. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; $ lb., 45c.; lb., $1.50.
A New Lettuce Free for Trial.
We shall include in every order of $1.00 and
over from this catalogue, an entirely new and dis¬
tinct lettuce, selected for several years past by one
of our market garden friends. Grown the past
season on our trial grounds, we found it a greatly
improved type of Big Boston, making larger and
more solid heads, entirely free from the colored
tinge found in that variety.
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Burrells gkm— The New Rocky Ford with luscious golden meat, a fine shipper. Pkt., ioc.; oz., 20 c.; yi lb., 60 c.; lb., £ 2 . 00 .
MUSKMELONS OR CANTALOUPES-a select list
One ounce will plant about seventy hills, three pounds will plant one acre.
ROCKY ford mklons. Johnson’s selected strain, as they appear in New York and Philadelphia markets.
All varieties in large-sized packets at 5c. each, except where noted.
Early Jenny Lind.. Small, early; light green flesh; fine for early market . .
McCleary Jenny Lind. One of the earliest. Profitable for the market . .
Sweet Home. Larger than Jenny Lind ; green flesh; best for light soils .
Johnson’s Dreamwold. Novelty for 1907. See page 12 Pkt., 10c.
Anne Arundel. Shape of Acme'; much larger in size; thick green flesh . . .
Paul Rose, or Petoslcey. (New.) Cross of Osage with Netted Gem. Early
nearly round; thick salmon-colored flesh; a fine shipper and long keeper .
Norfolk Button. (New.) Very early and prolific; thick, sweet, green flesh . .
Rocky Ford. Largely grown in Colorado for shipment; oblong in shape; sweet,
green flesh. 5 lbs. and over, 90c. per lb., by express or freight.
Burrell’s Gem. A golden-fleshed Rocky Ford. See above. Pkt., 10c.
Improved Shippers Delight. New, fine, early. Good shipper. Distinct shape,
Gem. (Golden Jenny.) Early; small, nearly round and of fine flavor,
1 ip-J op Nutmeg. Slightly oval; grows to good size; sweet, yellow flesh . . . .
Large Hackensack, or Turk’s Cap. Large, round ; flattened ; green flesh . .
New Early Hackensack. Ten days earlier than Hackensack, which it resembles,
Emerald Gem. Small, earlv, productive ; sweet salmon flesh, deep green skin,
Red-Fleshed Osage, or fliller Cream. Medium size ; globe shape; very sweet,
New Green.Fleshed Osage. One of the best of green-fleshed sorts.
New Melrose. Very hardy, dark green, oval shape; very superior quality • . .
'r2 n q S ant ^ beauty. The best of the Hackensack type ; very early; tine quality,
I he Banquet.^ Globe-shaped; densely netted ; dark, very rich salmon flesh . .
Bay View. Very prolific and of good size; oblong; green flesh ; quite late . . .
Improved Montreal Nutmeg. Large, round, netted; flesh thick and light green,
Acme, or Baltimore. Early ; oblong ; pointed; light green flesh ; a fine shipper,
Per oz.
'A lb.
Per lb.
$0 15
O
O
$1 25
15
45
1 65
15
35
30
75
2 75
20
50
1 75
15
45
1 50
15
45
1 50
10
35
1 10
20
60
2 00
10
35
1 10
10
35
1 10
15
45
1 70
15
45
1 50
15
45
1 70
25
75
2 50
15
45
1 70
10
30
1 00
15
35
1 25
15
50
1 75
15
35
1 25
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FOUR FAMOUS WATERMELONS
the kleckley sweets watermelon. new halbert honey watermelon.
THE KLECKLEY SWEETS WATERHELON
This famous “sweetest of all ” watermelons has become very popular. Of superb luscious flavor ;
very fine grained and tender meat. The fruits are of large size, of form shown in above photograph.
The rind is very thin and brittle, splitting ahead of the knife when cutting. They ripen early and are
very desirable for the home garden. Price, per pkt., 6c.; oz., 15c.; i lb., 35c.; lb., $1.25.
THE HALBERT HONEY WATERMELON
This melon originated in Texas, and is one of the best for private use or nearby markets. The rind
is thin, and will not hold for shipping any great distance. The beautiful crimson flesh has scarcely any
pulp, and is very sweet. It is long, dark green, and runs from 20 to 30 inches in length. It uniformly
demands the highest price. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; i lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
BLACK BOULDER—The Great Shipping Watermelon
For this grand new and distinct watermelon we are indebted to the late Aaron Paul. It is
enormously productive, reaching a mammoth size. It cuts equal to any market shipping melon we
have ever eaten; its shipping qualities are phenomenal, no other melon equaling it in tough green skin
and rind. It is one of the best “all round ” melons in existence; for the family garden is also with¬
out a peer. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; $ lb., 26c.; lb., 90c.
GENUINE JOHNSON’S DIXIE WATERMELON
The true Johnson’s Dixie is a cross between the Kolb Gem and Old Fashioned Mountain Sweet,
and surpasses the Kolb Gem in shipping qualities, and fully equals the Mountain Sweet, Kleckley and
Florida Favorite in superior eating quality, and is ten days earlier than any of them Its great pro¬
ductiveness is shown from the fact that it frequently matures six to eight large melons to the vine.
Owing to the great popularity of this variety, another and much inferior melo’ - is frequently substituted
and sold for it. If you want quality and genuine seed, send to the Johnson Seed Company. Price,
per pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; $ lb., 25c.; lb., 85c.
EXTRA SELECTED STOCK SEED. From picked melons. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; \ lb., 40c.; lb., $1.25.
BLACK BOULDER WATERMELON. GENUINE JOHNBON’8 DIXIE WATERMELON.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Specimen of Paul’s bonny best—R ipened in 62 days.
Paul’s Bonny Best Watermelon
The earliest watermelon in cultivation. It
originated with the late Aaron Paul, the famous
New Jersey melon grower and hybridizer. Will
produce melons weighing 15 to 20 lbs. each in
from 60 to 70 days. Flesh red, deliciously
sweet, w’ith but few seeds. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
} lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
The Bradford Watermelon
A fine oblong shipping melon with dark
green skin. Flesh is very sweet, dark red in
color; 6eeds small and nearly white, flecked
with a brown spot on each side.
Under good cultivation they grow to very
large size, frequently weighing from 40 to 60
lbs. and commanding the very highest prices
in any market. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; $ lb., 35c.:
lb., $1.20.
Standard WATERMELONS with Real Merit
One ounce will plant about fifty hills and four pounds will plant one acre.
Large packets of any variety, 5c each. In 5-lb. lots and over, 10c per lb
may be deducted.
Fordhook Early. Very early ; good size ; medium green, red flesh of fine quality
Early Jumbo. Round ; of large size ; dark green skin ; extra good quality . .
Dark Icing. Early, round, solid, with thin dark green skin ; of superior quality
Light Icing, or Ice Rind. Round in form like the above ; flesh of fine quality
Triumph. New Southern variety. Very large ; dark green, superior flavored
red flesh ; one of the most successful for shipping, bringing the highest prices
Cherokee Beauty. Long, large, dark skin, striped with black. Sweet;good shipper
Gray Monarch, or Long White Icing. Very large, long; crimson flesh . . .
Black Diamond. Large, round; skin dark green; tough ; red flesh, fair quality
Sweet Heart. Mottled light green ; large, oval, heavy ; red flesh ; fine shipper
Alabama Sweets. A grand new shipping melon ; equal to Icing, Kleckley anc
Florida Favorite in luscious quality ; long, dark green, continuous bearer .
Mclver’s Wonderful Sugar. Resembles Old Rattlesnake, superior in quality
Cuban Queen. Early, solid and heavy; skin striped dark and light green . .
Kolb Gem. Very large ; flesh red; a good shipping sort; popular in the South
Blue Gem, or Iceberg. A blue Kolb Gem, better quality; desirable for shipping
Florida Favorite. A superior strain ; large, oblong, striped ; luscious red flesh
Scaly Bark. Very large; dark green ; light crimson flesh of good flavor . . .
Gypsy, or Georgia Rattlesnake. Oblong, dark and striped ; bright red flesh
Colorad ' Preserving Citron. (Green seed.) Also called Apple Pie ; for preserves
Green Curon. (Red seed.) Round and handsome ; for preserving only . . . .
Per 07.
14 lb.
Per lb.
$0 10
$0 30
$0 90
10
25
90
10
20
70
10
25
75
10
25
75
15
35
1 00
10
25
90
10
20
65
10
20
70
10
30
90
10
25
90
10
20
70
10
20
60
10
20
70
10
' 25
90
10
20
65
10
25
75
10
20
70
10
20
70
MUSHROOM8 MEASURING OVER 8IX INCHES ACROSS, GROWN
FROM JOHNSON’S ENGLISH MILLTRACK SPAWN.
RELIABLE MUSHROOM SPAWN
The culture of mushrooms is increasing enor¬
mously. They used to be considered a luxury,
but nowall restaurants and hotels- have them
daily on their menus, and they are very largely
required in household use. They can be grown
successfully in cellars, in barns and stables, or
other buildings that perhaps are standing idle.
They are the most profitable crop for the outlay
that can be grown. We send practical working
directions with each order for spawn.
JOHNSON’S ENGLISH MILLTRACK MUSHROOM SPAWN
Our celebrated English Milltrack brand (made by the best maker in England specially for our
trade) has gained an enviable reputation among growers for its uniform good quality, and can be tlior-
ougldy rehed upon to produce a good crop. Per brick, 1} lbs., 15c. (bricks, postpaid 25c.)- 10 lbs
80c.; 2o lbs., $1.50; 100 lbs., $5.50 ; 1,000 lbs. and over, 5c. per lb. (250 lbs. sold at 1,000-lb. rate). ’
PURE CULTURE MUSHROOM SPAWN— AN AMERICAN PRODUCT
ml A Z® ry 8Uperior article made in this country from carefully selected spawn, which, it is claimed, is
much more vigorous than the imported. Price, 25c. per brick (brick postpaid 35c.) • 6-brick lots 22c
per brick; 10-bnck lots, 20c. per brick; 25-brick lots. 18c. per brick ; $12 00 per 100 lbs.’ ’
POPULAR VEG K T A HUE SEEDS
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MUSTARD
One ounce will sow about seventy-five feet of
drill.
Southern Giant Curled. Highly esteemed in ;
the South, where the seed is sown in the fall, and
used in the spring as a salad. Our stock is the true
curled leaf, and produces plants 2 feet high, and j
of greater breadth, forming enormous bunches.
Pkt., 5c.; 07 .., 10c.; J lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
New Chinese. Leaves twice the size of the
ordinary White Mustard, crimpled like a Savoy
cabbage ; stems more succulent; flavor pleasantly
sweet and pungent. In six weeks from the time
of sowing, the leaves are eaten boiled like spinach,
and the plants will continue to yield until frost sets
in. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
White London. The old sort, used for salads
and flavoring. Oz., 5c.; 4 lb., 15c.; lb., 35c.
Black or Brown. Oz., 5c.; 4 lb., 15c.; lb., 35c.
MARTYNIA
Martynia Proboscidea. The best and most
productive variety for pickling. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.;
i lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
NASTURTIUM— Indian Cress
Tall. The best for pickling seed pods, or gar¬
nishing. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
Dwarf Mixed. A trailer requiring no support.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 65c.
O K R A— Gom bo
One ounce will plant one hundred hills.
Kleckley’s Favorite Okra
A new sort, growing 21 to 3 feet in height.
The pods are white and smooth, about 6 inches
in length by 1£ inches in diameter, exceptionally
lender and fleshy. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb., 25c.;
lb., 75c.
White Velvet. This distinct and beautiful
new okra was originated in Georgia. The pods
are very large; perfectly smooth ; never prickly ;
round, not ridged or square as in other okras. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
PERKINS’ MAMMOTH LONG
PODDED OKRA
This distinct new
okra is by far the
best. It was origi¬
nated by M. B. Per¬
kins, a well-known
New Jersey trucker,
after many years of
careful study and se¬
lection. Its produc¬
tiveness is simply
wonderful. The pods
shoot out from the
stalk within 3 in¬
ches of the ground,
and the whole plant
is covered with them
to theextremeheight
of the plant. The
pods are an intense
green color, of un¬
usual length, 8 to 9
inches, v e r y slim,
and do not get hard,
as is the case with
other okras. It is
also much sought
after by canners, be¬
ing the best of all
green sorts for can¬
ning for winter use.
Our seed is grown by
the originator. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; 4 lb.,
20c.; lb., 65c., post¬
paid; by freight or ex¬
press, lb., 55c.;5 lbs.
and over, 50c. per lb.
pebkins’ mammoth long gkeen Lady Finger.
i'oddei) okea. Fiite new variety
from the South. Very productive of extra long
slender pods of fine round form, white and smooth.
If used in its early state of growth, it will be found
exceptionally tender and choice. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
10c.; 4 lb., 20c.; lb., 60c.
Dwarf Green Prolific, or Density. A dis¬
tinct variety, growing about 14 inches in height.
Very productive of fine, smooth pods. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; 41 b., 20c.; lb., 60c.
Ssf st/ic 'foes* JZoAsiSsonls
JOHNSON'S QUICK CASH CABBAGE
“Your Quick Cash Cabbage is wonderful. Flourished
in spite of bad conditions, when other cabbage, owing to the
cold spring, failed.” — J. B. Marcan, Gladwin, Mich.
EVERY PLANT HEADED
“ Every plant of Johnson's Ever-Ready Cabbage, trans¬
planted, headed, producing fine heads, giants in size.” — Miss
Elsie Smith, Anna, Ills.
JOHNSON'S HIGH-GRADE CABBAGE SEED
“ I find your seeds are the best that I have ever used. I
have had cabbage from your Market Gardeners' No. 2 to
weigh from 12 to 14 lbs., and your Earliest Cabbage has the
largest heads I ever saw for early cabbage. I recommend
your seeds whenever I can.” — Julia A. Scarborough, Mt.
Gilead, N. C.
JOHNSON'S DREAM WOLD MELON
“ The Johnson’s Dreamwold were the finest cantaloupes
I ever grew. I sold them for 50 cents each.”—J. W. Beorss,
Magdalene, Fla.
NINE BUSHELS TO AN OUNCE OF SEED
“Your Long-Keeping Prizetaker Onions are the largest
I ever saw; they gave about nine bushels from an ounce of
seed.”— Philip Vasseller, Oxford, Pa.
JOHNSON'S PEDIGREE ONION SEED
“ Last spring I purchased onion seed from several of the
leading seedsmen; those I got from you proved by far the
best of any. I enclose a photo of a field planted with your
seed, that will speak better than I can describe on paper.
Notice the even stand, the fine growth of tops and other good
points. I grow onions for shipping, so good seed means much
to me.” — A. S. Christensen, Dodge Center, Minn.
BEST HE EVER PLANTED
“ I am well pleased with the fair and honorable manner in
which you have dealt with me. Your seeds are clean, pure,
and of first class vitality; they are the best I ever planted.”
— John D. Schofield, Pomona, N. J.
ALL TRUE TO NAME
“ Your seeds are all true to name. I shall be your customer
as long as I remain in the garden and truck business.” — W m.
T. Merrill, Rising Sun, Md.
42
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Section of field of Johnson’s new long-keeping prizetaker onion, just before harvesting the seed. See photograph
and testimonials, page 13.
There is no vegetable in which the quality of the seed exerts a greater influence upon the crop than
in onions. Our stock is all grown from choice bulbs, selected by hand, and is unsurpassed in this
country. During our whole business career as seedsmen, it has always been our aim to make quality a
first consideration, price afterwards, and in no one crop have we met with greater reward than in
onions.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. To grow large onions from seed, 5 pounds to the acre; to grow
small sets, 50 to 60 pounds to the acre are required. For full information for culture, storage and mar¬
keting onions and onion sets, see our New Leaflet-Essays on this subject, which will be sent free with
all orders for onion seed, when requested.
Not for several years have we had such a good crop of fine plump, high
germinating onion seed as in 1908. We are, therefore, able to make
unusually favorable prices.
About Prices
Philadelphia Yellow Dutch, or
Strasburg Onion
The most popular variety for sets, grown so ex¬
tensively by market gardeners around Philadel¬
phia. The sets of this variety grow round, plump
and bright. Full-sized onions are somewhat flat¬
tened, flesh white, mild flavor and an excellent
keeper. Skin bright yellow. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.;
i lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75, postpaid; by express or
freight, lb., $1.65; 5-lb. lots, $1.60per lb.; 10 lbs. and
over, $1.50 per lb.
Minnesota Globe Onions
Seed Grown in Minnesota by Originator
These are new true globe onions of the finest
and most select type, so called to distinguish them
from all other stocks of red and white globe on¬
ions, differing in earliness, productiveness, perfec¬
tion of shape and long-keeping qualities. From
reports of customers and our trials with them, we
believe them to be the onion of the future for the
Northern States.
Hinnesota Globe Wethersfield Red Onion.
Per pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c.; J lb., 75c.; lb., $2.75.
Minnesota White Globe Onion, Per pkt.,
10c.; oz., 35c.; J lb., $1.25; lb., $4.25.
True Round Yellow Danvers
Onion
Our superior stock of this celebrated variety
is of fine round shape. It grows to good size, with
thin yellow skin, white flesh, fine grained and ex¬
cellent quality. It ripens early, keeps well and is
very productive. This variety is catalogued by
many seedsmen as Yellow Globe Danvers, which is
a misnomer. Pkt,, 10c.; oz., 20c.; } lb., 50c.; lb.,
$1.75, postpaid; by express or freight, lb., $1.65; 10
lbs. and over, $1-50 per lb.
Southport Globe Onions
Johnson’s Superior Connecticut-Grown Seed
There is a marked superiority in the Eastern-
grown types of the Globe Onions, commonly known
as the Southport strains, over the Western -grown
types. That our seed of these important varieties
is from highly bred and carefully selected types is
attested by the numerous letters we have received
from the most critical onion growers.
Southport Large Yellow Globe. Pkt., 10c.
oz., 20c.; \ lb., 60c.; lb., $1.75.
Southport Large Red Globe. Pkt., 10c. r
oz., 20c.; $ lb., 60c.; lb., $1.76.
Southport Large White Globe. Pkt., 10c.:
oz., 35c.; \ lb., $1.00; lb., $3.75.
For uniformity, productiveness, deep globe shape, sure ripening and tine keeping qualities, plant
JOHNSON’S CONNECTICUT-GROWN SOUTHPORT GLOBE or MINNESOTA GLOBE ONIONS
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS 43
Philadelphia yellow dutch. The great set onion. TRUE round YELLOW DANVERS onion.
Pkt. t ioc.; oz., 50c.; X lb., 6oc.; lb., $1.75. Pkt., 10c.; oz. r 20 c.;X lb., 50c.; lb., $1.75, postpaid.
A Select List of other Standard American ONIONS
Large packets of any variety of Onion, 10c. each.
In 5-lb. lots and over, by express, 15c. per lb. may
be deducted.
t
Per oz.
A lb.
lb.
Johnson’s Philadelphia Yellow Globe Danvers. The most productive and
most popular onion for market; uniformly perfect. See photograph, page it,
$0 25
$0 70
$2 40
Johnson’s New Early Yellow Globe. Two weeks earlier than Southport; hand¬
some, rich orange; fine shape and quality; good keeper.
25
65
2 25
Mammoth Prizetaker. Unusually large and handsome yellow variety.
25
65
2 25
Johnson’s Long-Keeping Prizetaker. Very superior to the old Prizetaker, keep¬
ing equal to Globe Danvers. See Novelties, page 13 .
30
75
2 75
New Hardy Export. Extra early; a great keeper; makes fine sets.
Ebenezer. (Novelty, 1908 .) A new and very handsome brown globe onion. It
is a perfect marvel in keeping qualities and fine uniform shape and color ....
25
65
2 25
35
I 00
3 75
Australian Brown. New long keeper; early; fine quality; distinct color.
15
45
I 60
Morse Brown Globe. (New). Deep globe, rich brown skin, fine keeper.
Philadelphia Extra Early Red Flat. Very early; makes fine sets. (10 lbs., $ 16 . 00 ),
20
60
2 OO
20
50
1 75
Extra Early Red Globe Danvers. (New.) 1'he earliest and best early red globe,
Johnson’s Dark Red Beauty (Novelty, 1908 ). Much deeper and richer color
than any other; the finest strain of red onion in the world; fine keeper.
25
75
2 75
35
I 00
3 75
Extra Large Red Wethersfield. The most popular red sort. A fine keeper. We
have an unusually large, superior and extra fine strain.
25
70
2 50
American Extra Early Pearl. The earliest of all white onions; very large.
20
60
2 00
Philadelphia White Silver Skin, or Portugal. The best white onion for sets. .
25
75
2 75
White Bunch. Very early; one of the best for bunching in a green state.
25
70
2 50
THE BEST FOREIGN ONIONS.
Red Bermuda. "Very early; genuine Teneriffe seed, freshly imported.
25
70
2 50
White Bermuda. Freshly imported from Island of Teneritte.
25
75
2 75
Hard Round Silver Skin. The best for pickling; uniform, small, round bulbs. .
20
65
2 25
White Queen. Very early; grows rapidly; mild flavor; remarkable keeper. .. .
20
50
1 75
White Adriatic Barletta. Earliest, neatest and smallest; valuable for pickling,
20
50
1 75
Mammoth Silver King. Handsome white flat onions, reaching enormous size. .
20
50
1 75
CHOICE PHILADELPHIA-GROWN ONION SETS
Philadelphia-grown onion sets are the best in the world. They are hard, solid and good keepers.
Prices vary with the market. We are headquarters. Write for prices in bushel and barrel lots.
PHILADELPHIA YELLOW DUTCH, or STRASBURG, and PHILADELPHIA YELLOW DAN¬
VERS ONION SETS; each: per qt., 15 c.; qt., by mail, postpaid, 25 c.
PHILADELPHIA EXTRA EARLY RED SETS; per qt., 20 c.; qt., postpaid, 30 c.
PHILADELPHIA WHITE, or SILVER SKIN SETS; per qt., 25 c.; qt., postpaid, 35 c.
YELLOW OR RED POTATO and WHITE MULTIPLIER ONION SETS; each: per qt., 25 c;
qt., postpaid, 35 c.
4 4
JOHNSON S E E I) C O M P A N Y
The Best Northern Grown Seed Peas
One quart will plant 100 feet of drill. One
and one-half to two bushels will plant one acre.
See page 14 for some remarkable New English Peas.
Johnson’s Record Extra Early Pea
First introduced in 1898, is still in the lead as
the earliest of all peas and most popular with
truckers. It has produced good edible peas in
forty-seven days from planting, a record that has
never yet been beaten. It is the most uniform in
ripening. A single picking will secure the entire
crop. The heaviest cropper, containing one to two
more peas per pod than any other first early.
Height, 2 feet. I’kt., 10c.; pint, 25c.; qt., 40c.,
postpaid; by express or freight, qt., 25c.; peck,
$1 7o ; hush., $6.50; 5 bush, and over, $6.00 per
bush.
Large Podded Alaska Pea
A new and valuable strain from Canada of the
popular Alaska Pea. The blue seed is the same as
Alaska, and the vines grow to the same height, but
more vigorously, and produce fully as early, large,
deep green pods of almost double the size. Pkt.,
10c.; pint, 25c.; qt., 50c., postpaid; by express or
freight, qt., 35c.; peck, $2.25; bush., $8.00.
Sutton’s Excelsior Pea
This new pea takes the place in the Extra
Early class that is now so acceptably filled by
Stratagem and Telephone in the later sorts. It
grows to a height of about 14 inches, showing a
great abundance of its long, broad, straight pods of
a pale green color. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25c.; qt., 45c.,
a single vine, with pons natural size, ALONGSIDE of by mail, postpaid; by express, qt., 30c.; peck, $2.00;
JOHNSON’S RECORD EXTRA EARLY PEA. bllSh., $7.75.
PEAS —Extra Early Varieties
Each of the following, loc.per large packet.
VVe furnish b pecks at peck rates, b bushels at bushel rates.
Those marked with a (*) are wrinkled varieties.
Johnson’s Extra Early. The popular old and fine standard
Alaska. One of the earliest and most, popular blue peas . .
New Prolific Early Market. About a week later than John
son’s Record Extra Early, bearing heavily of large pods
First and Best. Very early; popularfor marketandshipping
Philadelphia Extra Early, Dan O’Rourke, Hancock. Each
♦Thomas Laxton. The finest early wrinkled pea, superior ii
earliness and hardiness to Gradus; pods fully as large
enormously productive. (See illustration, next page) .
♦Gradus, or Prosperity. Magnificent new, large podded sort
Hiregory s Surprise. (Eclipse.) Earliest wrinkled variety
Nott s Excelsior. An improvement on American Wonder
* American Wonder. Well known and very popular . . .
♦McLean’s Little Gem. Very prolific; a garden favorite .
♦Extra Early Premium Gem. Long, well filled, prolific pods
PEAS —Second Early and Medium
♦Johnson s Second Early Market Garden. Rest and surest
cropper; produces more pods than any other.
♦McLean Advancer. Finestandard sort; of excellent quality,
Abundance. Long, round, well-filled pods; very prolific . .
Horsford’s Market Garden. Style of Advancer; very prolific,
Heroine. Large, full pods ; productive ; quality perfect . .
Improved Fillbasket. Excellent; one of the best for market,
c
~ aS
lev
By Mail,
Postpaid.
By Express or Freight.
5-
5
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
Peck.
Bush.
2
$0 26
$0 40
$0 25
$1 60
$6 00
2
25
45
30
2 00
7 00
2
25
45
30
1 75
7 00
2\
25
40
25
1 50
5 75
2b
25
40
25
1 50
5 50
2
30
55
40
2 00
7 75
2b
30
55
40
2 75
10 00
n
25
40
25
1 60
6 00
i
25
40
25
1 60
6 00
i
25
40
25
1 60
6 00
i
25
40
25
1 60
6 00
H
25
40
25
1 60
6 00
2
25
45
30
2 00
7 50
2b
25
45
30
2 00
7 00
ii
25
40
25
1 50
5 75
2
25
45
30
2 00
7 00
2b
25
40
25
1 00
6 00
3|
25
40
25
1 50
5 75
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS 45
Laxton Pea
This is the earliest large-podded wrinkled pea
known, growing very vigorously, with vines about
21 feet in length, with pods and peas of the very
largest size, somewhat resembling the Telephone.
It is astonishing that a pea with as fine large pods
as this should be almost as early as the regular
Extra Early Peas. The enormous pods are full
with from six to ten wrinkled marrow peas of the
most delicious flavor. Although it commences
bearing so very early, it continues for a long time,
the peas also remaining sweet and tender for a
long time after they are fit to pick. Price, pkt.,
10c. ; pint, 30c.; qt., 65c., by mail, postpaid; by
express, per qt., 40c.; 4 qts., $1.40 peck, $2.00;
bush., $7.75.
New Dwari Champion Pea
This new pea possesses all the merits of the
Champion of England, with less vine (26 inches),
larger pods and more of them, and coming a little
earlier. Pkt., 10c. ; pint, 25c. ; qt., 40c., postpaid ;
by freight or express, qt., 25c.; peck, $1.75 ; bush.,
$ 6 . 00 .
A GRAND NEW E.NGLISH PE.A
THE ALDERMAN
THE BEST PEA FOR MEDIUM AND LATE USE
Vine is very hardy, growing vigorously to a
height of about 4 feet, unusually prolific. Hand¬
some pods growing uniformly to larger size than
any pea we have ever seen, and filled with eight
to ten very large, delicious peas. Prices, pkt., 10c.;
pint, 30c.; qt.,55c., postpaid ; by express or freight,
qt., 40c.; peck, $2.25 ; bush., $8.50,
PBAS— Late or Main Crop Varieties
Each variety in large packets, at ioc. each.
c
A v
By Mail,
Postpaid.
By Express or Freight.
We sell 1 pecks at peck rates, £ bushels at bushel rates.
Those marked with a (*) are wrinkled varieties.
W
Pint.
Qt.
Qt.
Peck.
Btlbll.
♦Duke of Albany. (American Champion.) Immense pods . .
4
$0 25
$0 45
$0 30
$1 75
$6 75
♦Improved Stratagem. Large, full pods; quality fine . . .
2
25
45
30
1 75
6 75
Long Island Mammoth, or Telegraph. Large pods and peas,
3£
25
40
25
1 40
5 25
♦Telephone. Enormous pods and peas of first quality: prolific,
♦Carter’s Danby Stratagem. New pea from England. A
great improvement on old Stratagem . (See page 15) . .
4 \
25
45
30
1 75
6 75
2
30
56
40
2 25
8 50
Pride of the Market. Our greatly improved uniform strain,
i£
25
46
30
1 7o
6 75
♦Champion of England. Well-known standard variety . . .
♦Bliss’ Everbearing. Peculiar branching vine; peas large .
5
25
40
25
1 25
4 75
2
25
40
25
1 50
5 75
♦Yorkshire Hero. A spreading variety; very productive . .
3
25
40
25
1 60
5 75
♦Edwin Becket. A vigorous growing English pea, with pods
almost as large as Gradus, but later .
25
45
30
1 75
6 50
Market Master. Hardiest large podded late pea.
2
25
45
30
2 00
7 50
Royal Dwarf White Marrowfat. A favorite for market . .
2£
20
30
15
85
3 00
Black-Eyed Marrowfat. Verv hardy and prolific: poor quality.
3
20
30
15
75
2 75
Canada l-ieid. Grown with oats for fodder, also for pigeons .
5
15
25
10
50
1 75
Dwarf Sugar. Extra fine; pods used same as Snap Beans . .
i£
25
45
30
1 75
6 25
Tall Melting Sugar. One of the best; large, broad pods . .
5
30
50
35
2 00
7 25
I all Gray Sugar. Immense pods of superior quality and snap,
5
30
50
35
2 00
7 25
New Mammoth Podded Prolific Sugar. Largest and best
of the edible podded sorts; broad, fleshy, tender pods . .
3
45
85
70
i
The Thomas
THOMAS LAXTON PEA.
46
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Oz., ioc.; y lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., by
express, $4.25. ruby king pepper, new Chinese giant pepper.
PARSLEY—Seed Grown from Transplanted Plants
One ounce will sow one hundred and forty feet of drill.
Large packets of any of the following varieties, 5 c. each.
Per oz.
xib.
Per lb.
Emerald, or Dwarf Extra Curled. Very handsome, bright green color.
$0 10
$0 20
$0 65
Extra Double Curled. Very fine dwarf, dark green, crimped leaves.
10
20
60
Hurst’s Dwarf Garnishing. Free from single leaves, vigorous grower.
Market Gardeners’ Best. The finest garnishing parsley in cultivation. Most
popular standard variety, standing heat, drought and cold better and yielding
10
25
90
double that of any other. (5 lbs. and over, by express, 85c. per lb.) .
10
30
I OO
Champion Moss Curled. Extra fine strain, very dark green (5 lbs., $ 2 . 50 ) .
Plain, or Single. The ordinary form, with plain leaves.
10
20
65
10
20
55
Hamburg, or Turnip-rooted. Grown only for its edible roots for soups, etc...
10
20
60
PARSNIP
One ounce will sow about two hundred feet of drill; 5 lbs. will sow one acre.
Johnson’s Ideal Hollow Crown. (New.) Improved Philadelphia strain; roots
very smooth and handsome, not as long as the old Hollow Crown; of larger
diameter and more easily gathered. By far the best and heaviest cropper.
65
See photograph above. Pkt., 5c. (5 lbs., by express, $ 2 . 50 ) .
Long Smooth Sugar. (Hollow Crown.) The old standard sort. Pkt., 5c.
10
20
10
15
5 °
PEPPERS
One ounce will sow one hundred yards of row.
We supply Peppers in regular large-sized packets, at 10 c. per packet.
Ruby King. Very early; large, bright red fruit. One of the best for stuffing. .. .
30
85
3 00
New Ruby Giant. Cross between Chinese Giant and Ruby King. See page 15,
55
1 50
5 50
New Chinese Giant. Largest pepper known, excepting New Ruby Giant.
65
1 75
6 50
Large Sweet Bell, or Bull Nose. Very popular old standard sort; very mild. . .
30
75
2 75
Mammoth Golden Queen. The largest and best of all the yellow peppers.
Very showy; 5 to 6 inches long; best yellow pepper for stuffing.
30
85
3 00
New Neapolitan. Something extra fine; very early, medium size, grows upright,
85
very smooth, sweet and mild, bright red color.
30
3 25
Tomato Shaped. Upright in growth, very prolific; scarlet.
30
85
3 25
Long Red Cayenne. True, long, narrow; hot, pungent and very productive. . . .
25
70
2 5°
True Red Chili. Small, hot, bright red peppers, very productive.
Red Cherry. Small, cherry-shaped, largely used for pickles.
25
70
2 50
25
70
2 50
Bird’s Eye, or Creole. Smallest red pepper; extremely hot.
30
85
3 00
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
47
Harvesting a field of our Seed Potatoes at Houlton, Aroostook County, Maine.
SELECTED SEED POTATOES Grown in Maine
These are universally acknowledged to he the very best. Grown in the cold Northeast, where Nature and the elements
alike decline existence to all but the very hardiest varieties. We make a specialty of and handle this seed solely. Pure
and true to name. Prices quoted are for barrel sacks of 165 pounds each. We pack in full-size double-headed barrels at
25c. higher than prices here quoted. Special prices by letter on lots of five barrels and over.
pi U' A Cl? WflTIf'F' P r ' ce8 are subject to market fluctuation, we would request that our customers send in their
1 LI/Aul!/ 1 i U I Iv»E/ orders as soon as possible. All orders will be promptly acknowledged and potatoes forwarded
- as soon as weather permits, in time for spring planting. Customers residing South can have
them shipped at any time during the winter with little or no risk.
POTATOES —Three barrels, 8 to 9 bushels, are required to plant onel
acre. Prices quoted are subject to market fluctuations. _
True Houlton, Maine, Early Rose. Pure and genuine, very fine and early . .
Early Beauty of Hebron. Popular early sort, of excellent quality ; productive,
Early Thoroughbred. Earlier than Rose. More productive; light pink . . .
Bovee. Earlier than Early Ohio. Very prolific; fine marketable size ; mealy .
Eureka Extra Early. Earliest of new sorts, regular shape, smooth white skin,
Noroton Beauty. Introduced in 1905. Extra early ; productive; good keeper,
Crown Jewel. \ ery early, fine and productive; pink, f These three varieties are 1
Bliss’ Triumph, or Stray Beauty. Early, round, red, ■! the most popular of ail >
Prldeof South, or White Bliss. Early, round, white, (.with southern truckers. J
Irish Cobbler. Round, chunky, 80-day sort; popular for home market ....
Norcross. Fine new main crop potato from Maine, white skin.. • •
Rural New Yorker, No. 2 . Fine for main crop ; large, white, smooth, prolific .
State of Maine. Heavy cropping late oval variety ; white skin and flesh . . .
Carman, No. i. Fine medium or intermediate ; very large shallow eyes ; white,
Green Mountain. Shape, oval; white skin; big cropper and splendid cooker .
Gold Coin. Fine table sort; verv hardy, vigorous and productive, for main crop,
Peck.
*0 70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
I
Bush.
Bbl.
$2 00
$4 00
2 00
4 00
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 50
2 25
4 75
2 00
4 50
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 50
2 00
4 25
2 00
4 00
2 00
4 00
2 00
4 00
2 00
4 25
SEED SWEET POTATOES VINELAND BUSH SWEET POTATO
We make a specialty of Seed Sweet Potatoes, growing
our stock exclusively in New Jersey, about nine miles from
our Philadelphia warehouse, where we have unequalled
facilities for handling and storing. New Jersey grown sweet
potatoes are everywhere acknowledged to be the best in
quality, being much dryer and sweeter than those grown
in the South and West, while their keeping and shipping
qualities are away ahead. We pack for shipment in boxes
and barrels, with greatest care; but as they are very suscep¬
tible to climatic changes, we cannot hold ourselves respon¬
sible for their condition after long journeys, and wish it dis¬
tinctly understood that customers take ALL RISKS
after we deliver in good condition to the express company
here. We do not ship until about planting time unless spe- j
cially ordered to do so. Our barrels contain 3 bushels.
Full directions for bedding and sprouting the seed, setting
out and cultivating sweet potato plants, also harvesting and
storing for winter, will be found in our new Leaflet-Essays
on Sweet Potato Culture, which we will send free with
all orders when requested to do so.
The New Vineland Bush Sweet Potato originated on
the farm of John Maytrott, the extensive sweet potato grower
of New Jersey, from the well-known Early Nansemond and
old Vineland Sweet Potato. It is a perfect bush, with no in¬
clination for spinning, resembling a bean bush very closely.
The tubers grow directly under the stalk. They are most
abundant bearers, good flavor, handsome, rich yellow color
and excellent keeper*.
Prices : per lb., 40c.; 3 lbs., 81.00, by mail, postage paid;
PLANTS OF THE NEW VINELAND BUSH SWEET
POTATO, ready May 15th : 50 for 50c.; 100 for 75c., by mail
I>ostage paid; 50c. per 100; 84.00 per 1000, by express.
500 plants at 1,000 rates.
EXTRA EARLY CAROLINA, JERSEY “ UP-
RIVERS” AND EARLY NANSEMOND. The justly
celebrated Philadelphia sweet potatoes, universally grown
for market. Each, per peck, 70c.; bush., $2.00; bbl., $4.25.
Plants of the above, ready May 15th, 60c. per 100, by mail,
* postpaid; by express, 35c. per 100 ; $2.50per 1,000.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
new winter luxury pumpkin. Excellent for pies. Field of big tom pumpkins. Over 20 tons to the acre.
Fine winter keeper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 25c.; lb., 90c. Pkt., oc.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 15c.; lb., 45c.
PUMPKINS—A Select List of Standard Sorts
One pound will plant two hundred to two hundred and fifty hills; four to six pounds plant one acre-
Large packets, 5 c. each.
Per oz.
X lb.
Per lb.
Cashaw, or Crook Neck. The old standard and popular Crook Neck Cashaw .
$0 10
$0 25
$0 80
Improved Green Striped Cashaw. Improvement on White Cashaw ; green and
white striped : flesh rich yellow, solid, fine grained, very thick and sweet . .
10
25
90
New Mammoth Golden Cashaw. The bestCashaw. Skin and flesh rich orange,
10
25
90
Nantucket Sugar, or Negro. A New England variety with dark green skin . .
10
25
90
Small Sugar. Early, prolific; very thick sweet flesh ; orange color; fine keeper,
10
20
70
Tennessee Sweet Potato. Bell-shaped; white flesh, very tnick and sweet . . .
10
25
90
New Winter Luxury. Golden yellow, finely netted; shape round; flesh very
rich : productive and unequalled as a winter keeper and cooking variety . . .
Quaker Pie. Shape nearly oval. Cream-colored skin and flesh ; fine quality . .
10
25
90
10
25
90
Calhoun Pumpkin. Nearly round, somewhat flattened on the ends; skin creamy
brown ; flesh deep salmon yellow, thick, fine grained, excellent for pies, etc. .
10
20
75
Mammoth Bright Red Etampes. Glossy red, flat, growing very large. Pkt., 10c.,
20
45
1 50
Mammoth Tours, or Citrouille. Very large ; used in France for feeding cattle,
10
25
85
Large Sweet Cheese, or Kentucky Field. Light yellow, productiveand popular,
Common Yellow, or Connecticut Field. Very productive; grown largely for
feeding stock (by express or freight, 10 lbs. for $2.25; bush., 25 lbs., $5.00),
10
20
60
5
10
35
KING op the mammoths PUMPKIN. Photographed with
Potatoes, Carrots and Onion for comparison as to size.
BIG TOM FIELD PUMPKIN
This new pumpkin is the result of many years’
selection from the old Golden Marrow or Michigan
Mammoth Pumpkin. So carefully has the selec¬
tion been made, that the Big Toms will run uni¬
formly to more than twice the size and weight.
See photograph abqve. Skin and flesh are of a
deep, rich orange color, of excellent flavor for pies,
etc., cooking soft and tender. For canning, table
use and stock feeding no more profitable or better
variety can be grown. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; £ lb.,
15c.; lb., 45c.
KING OF THE MAMMOTHS
The Greatest of all Exhibition Pumpkins
No other ever introduced has reached such
enormous weights, often 150 lbs. and over, and
been awarded as many prizes. The flesh and
skin are golden yellow, and notwithstanding its
enormous size, it makes a good table and pie
pumpkin. Price, pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; £ lb., 45c.;
lb., $1.50.
A Special Collection of Mammoth Pumpkins for 15 Cents
r n
As an extra inducement for customers to give our Mammoth varieties a trial, we will send, free by
mail, one packet each. King of Mammoths, Mammoth Bright Ked Ktampes, Mammoth Tours, and
£ Big Tom, giving a magnificent collection of 4 great Mammoth Varieties for only 15 cents.
PO P U L A R VEGETABLE SEEDS
49
A section of field at our Bristol Seed Form, Bucks County, Bn., showing our crop of sew early know-white box radish
in full bloom, just before Beetling. See photograph of radish, bottom of this page.
scarlet or cardinal globe. The most popular red radish.
Selected French grown seed. Pkt., 6c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb.,
20c.; lb., 75c.
new EARLY snow-witite box. The very earliest and best round
white radish for forcing or out-door planting. Pkt., 6c.; oz.,
10c.; 34 lb.. 25c ; lb.. 80c.
Per oz.
341b.
o
o
■S'
$0 20
10
20
10
25
10
30
10
30
10
20
10
25
10
25
10
25
10
20
10
25
10
25
10
25
10
20
10
20
10
25
10
20
10
26
10
25
10
20
Per lb.
$0 65
65
85
1 00
1 00
65
80
90
80
65
75
75
75
70
65
75
60
75
85
60
Popular Early and Summer RADISHES
We supply large packets of any variety at 5c. each _
Extra Early Scarlet Turnip. Very early; small, round (5 lbs., by express, $.2.60),
Earliest Round Dark Red. (Scarlet Button.) Very tine and early; deep color,
Startle, or Twenty-Day Forcing. (Red Rocket.) The earliest half-long red . .
Johnson’s Olive-Shaped Scarlet. Extra Philadelphia market garden strain . .
Crimson Giant. (New.) Large, round, red, forcing, equally good for outdoor culture,
Scarlet Turnip, White Tip. Popular (5 lbs. and over, by express, 50c. per lb.) .
Rosy Gem, or Rapid Forcing. Resembles above in color ; a week earlier . . . .
Double Quick White Forcing. (New.) Very early ; handsome long, pure white,
White Icicle. Finest and longest of very early pure white varieties .
Felton’s White Box. Round; skin and flesh pure white (5 lbs., $2.75, by express),
French Breakfast. Olive-shaped ; red, tipped with white; very handsome . . .
Olive-Shaped Golden Yellow. (Surprise.) Earliest yellow; fine for early or summer,
Newcom. Earliest, best and largest half-long white (5 lbs., $3.25, by express)
Philadelphia Gardeners’ Long Scarlet. A great improvement on old Long Scar¬
let; earlier; shorter top ; better shape and color ; fine keeper (5 lbs., $3.00) .
Cincinnati Market. Superior to Wood’s Frame. Long, smooth, very small top,
Long Brightest Scarlet, White Tipped. (Long Cardinal.) New French sort . .
Chartier, or Shepherd. Large, long summer radish ; scarlet, with white tip • ■
New White Chartier. Improvement on above; earlier; pure white and handsome,
White Strasburg. The most popular and best half long summer (5 lbs., $3.75),
Lady Finger, or Long White Vienna. One of the best (5 lbs.
Large White Summer Turnip, or Globe.
Improved Large Yellow Summer Turnip.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Improved Half-Long Black Spanish Radish. (New.)
One of the best for late summer and autumn planting.
Flesh mild, sweet and never pithy. If stored in damp sand
in the cellar they will keep all winter. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.;
X lb., 25c.; lb., 75c., postpaid.
Henderson’s “ Long Season ” Spinach. (New.) Keeps
in firm, fresh condition, never wilting in the hottest weather;
spreading flatly on the ground. Leaves much crumpled and
blistered. Pkt., sc.; oz., 10c.; X lb., 15c.; lb., 45c., postpaid;
lb., 35c.; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., 25c. per lb., by express.
ALL SEASONS AND WINTER RADISHES. Packets, 5c. each.
New Round Scarlet Chinese. Valuable either as a winter or summer radish..
New Celestial, or White Chinese. Very large. Valuable.for summer or winter,
China Rose Winter. One of the best and most popular for winter use.
Round Black Spanish. Fine globe-shaped winter; popular with Germans. .. .
Long Black Spanish. Large winter variety; very hardy, keeping until spring..
RHUBARB OR PIE PLANT
Large Victoria. An excellent cooking variety; selected seed (pkt., 5c.).
Rhubarb Roots. Early Strawberry and Victoria. Each, per large root, 15c.;
doz., $1.00; 100, $ 4 . 00, by express; by mail, postpaid, 20c. each; $1.50 per doz.
SALSIFY OR OYSTER PLANT
Mammoth Sandwich Island. By far the largest and best for market or home,
Wisconsin Golden. (New.) Light golden tinge; tender and delicious.
SPINACH
One ounce will sow one hundred feet of drill. Twelve pounds will sow one
acre. Large packets, 5c. each. If by express, deduct 10c. per lb.
American Round-Seeded Savoy, or Bloomsdale. Most popular for market..
New Victoria. Extra dark, black-green color, splendid for spring sowing.
Parisian Long Standing. Will stand 2 weeks longer without running to seed. .
Giant Thick Leaved Round. (Improved Viroflay.) Large, dark green leaves,
Per oz.
X lb.
Lb.
'$0 10
$0 30
$1 00
10
30
I OO
10
20
60
10
20
70
10
20
60
15
35
I 10
15
40
I 40
15
40
1 50
10
15
35
10
15
35
10
15
40
10
15
35
PARISIAN long standing spinach Showing its strong growth.
NRW EXTRA early jersey white bush. The earliest squash.
POPULAR VEGETABLE SEEDS
51
Section of our field of red or golden hubbard squashes, growing for seed. This new variety is as fine in quality and
even more productive than the old original Hubbard. Choice seed, per pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 30c.; lb., 90c.
One ounce will plant twenty to forty hills. Four to six pounds will plant one acre.
Large packets of any of the following varieties, 5 c. each.
Per oz.
V* lb.
Per lb
THE BEST SUMMER SQUASHES
White Bush Scallop. The well-known white Patty Pan (5 lbs., $2.75, by express).
$010
$0 20
$0 70
Mammoth White Bush (Silver Custard). Grows to twice the size of above . .
10
20
75
New Extra Early Jersey White Bush. An improved extra early strain of the
old White Bush. Selected and improved by a New Jersey grower. Very
productive and shows less ridge or scallop, containing a larger amount of flesh,
10
30
1 00
Early Golden, or Yellow Bush. Differs from White Bush only in orange color,
10
20
75
Golden Custard. Very large Golden Yellow Bush ; fine for market.
10
20
75
Giant, or Mammoth Summer Crookneck. Very fine; best of the Crooknecks,
10
25
85
FALL AND WINTER SQUASHES
Boston Marrow. Bright orange ; skin and flesh of very superior quality ; a
60
splendid winter keeper and most popular for autumn use and canning . . .
10
20
Early Prolific Orange Marrow. Earlier than Boston Marrow ; very productive,
New Golden Bronze. Fine. Flesh golden-yellow, tender. Excellent keeper .
10
25
75
10
25
85
Hubbard. The old favorite ; popular winter squash ; dark green skin ; rich flesh,
10
20
60
Red, or Golden Hubbard. A perfect type of its parent, with red skin.
10
30
90
Chicago Warted Hubbard. Improvement on Hubbard ; skin heavily warted .
10
30
85
Fordhook. Early, sweet and dry ; also a good summer variety ; form oblong . .
10
30
1 00
Mammoth Chili. The Jumboof all squashes, often weighing 200 pounds and over .
15
40
1 40
A Section of one of our Fields of Vegetable Trials, Photographed in August.
52
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
TOMATO SEEDS FROM SELECTED FRUIT
All our Tomato Seeds are grown especially for seed and from seed stocks carefully selected
and saved by ourselves. We challenge comparison of our stocks with any offered.
One ounce will produce about thirteen hundred plants.
With your order, ask for our New Leaflet Essay on Tomato Culture. Free with your order.
Photograph of Johnson’s jack rose tomato as it appears for sale on the fruit stands during the early spring months.
JOHNSON’S JACK ROSE TOMATO—The Earliest Yet
Its wonderful productiveness is shown in the illustration of a single plant, made from a photograph,
on page 16. See also front cover.
Prices for 1909: Pkt., 15c.; oz., 50c.; X lb., $1.25; lb., $4.50.
JOHNSON’S NEW GIANT BEAUTY TOMATO
The best second early Tomato. See colored plate on back of this book, also illustration and
testimonials, page 17. Pkt., 25c.; 5 pkts., $1.00.; oz., $2.00; 2 ozs. for $3.50.
JOHNSON’S JUNE PINK TOMATO
Johnson’s June Pink Tomato is a Pink Earliana, ripening fully as early. The plant is neat and
compact, branching freely, with fruit hanging in clusters. Yielding as much fruit, which is of medium
size,’uniform, smooth, without cracks or green core. The skin is a pleasing pink color, reasonably tough,
so that it is excellent for shipping purposes. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; X lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
BURPEE’S EARLIEST PINK TOMATO
Medium size, solid, bright pink, borne in clusters. In our trials the past two seasons we found it very
early, productive and altogether a fine early tomato. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; X lb., 85c.; lb., $3.00.
CHALK’S EARLY JEWEL
Heavy cropper, fine, large red fruit, sweet
flavor, about two weeks later than Earliana; ripen¬
ing up to the stem, without cracks or green core;
flesh thick and solid, with few seeds. Pkt., 10c.;
oz., 25c.; X lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50.
JOHNSON’S STONE TOMATO
We have a very fine strain of this standard and
most popular late, red, smooth variety. It is par¬
ticularly calculated for canning in glass jars whole.
It is very solid; no core and very few seeds. They
maintain their size all through the season, and are
the best for late summer use.
From extra selected seed stock, grown by
ourselves. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; X lb., 85c.; lb.,
$3.00.
Grown in Michigan from selected stock.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.; X lb., 60c.; lb., $ 2 . 00 .
Johnson's stone tomato, from Our Extra Selected Seed.
Pkt., roc.; oz., 30c.; X lb., 85c.; lb., $ 3.00.
POPU b A R V E G E T A B b K S EEI)S
53
Photograph of a Single Cluster of Johnson’s improved strain no. 10 sparks’ earijana. See page 17.
SPARKS’ EARLIANA TOMATO
Discovered and named by the writer, Herbert W. Johnson. Has proven one of the
most successful novelties ever introduced. It lias stood the test—the test of all novelties,
that of time— and still ranks— one of the largest very early smooth tomatoes in the world.
Be sure that you get the pure selected and true stock from Headquarters — The Johnson Seed Company.
SPARKS’ EARLIANA TOMATO, True Stock: Pkt., 10c.; oz.,35c.; J lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.
Price of JOHNSON’S IMPROVED No. io STRAIN: Pkt., 15c.; oz., 40c.; \ lb., $1.10; lb., $4.00.
Select List of Standard TOMATOES — SEE QifovviNo ° WN
In regular size large packets, each, 5 c. per packet, except where noted.
PerOz.
V* Lb.
Per Lb.
Early Paragon. Bright red ; productive ; standard for market and canning . . .
$0 20
$0 50
$1 50
Livingston’s Perfection. Early; large size ; very productive ; fine blood red . .
20
50
1 50
Livingston’s Favorite. Large, smooth, productive ; a good shipper and canner .
20
50
1 60
Livingston’s Beauty. Large, smooth, purplish pink ; thick flesn ; regular form .
20
60
2 00
Early Acme. Bright pink; smooth, round, uniform size; productive and popular,
20
50
1 60
Henderson’s Tenderloin. A new meaty, crimson, solid, second early ; pkt., 10c.,
35
1 00
3 50
Atlantic Prize. Extra early ; bright red; smooth, solid; profitable; pkt. 10c. .
20
50
1 75
Buckeye State. Very large, solid, meaty ; deep purple; heavy cropper; pkt., 10c.,
Lorrilard. Best for greenhouse forcing ; bright glossy red; very smooth ; pkt., 10c.,
25
70
2 50
25
75
2 75
Livingston’s Globe. Globe shape ; smooth, large, productive; pkt., 10c.
The Matchless. Large bright red ; solid, heavy; will keep ten days after being
30
85
3 00
picked ; yields all season; pkt., 10 c.
Success. Large, smooth, bright scarlet; second early ; pkt., 10c.
25
70
2 50
25
65
2 26
Truckers’ Favorite. Large, solid and productive ; color of Acme ; pkt., 10c. . .
25
70
2 50
Johnson’s Blight = Proof. Best for South, large red, smooth ; pkt., 10c.
50
1 25
4 50
Brandywine. Finest late; large, solid, smooth, bright red ; prolific ; pkt., 10c. . .
25
75
2 75
Ponderosa. The largest variety in cultivation ; a monster; pkt., 10c.
40
1 10
4 00
Ignotum. One of the earliest large, red, smooth varieties ; productive ; pkt., 10c.,
25
60
2 00
Dwarf Champion. Early; fruit resembles Acme ; foliage upright; pkt., 10c. .
The Great B. B. Brinton’s Best. One of the verv best of the second early and
25
65
2 25
main crop tomatoes ; large, red, smooth and solid ; pkt., 10 c.
Santa Rosa. Main crop, mammoth, solid, meaty, almost seedless ; brilliant color,
25
75
2 75
fine for home garden ; pkt., 10 c.
30
1 00
3 00
Yellow Plum. Plum shape; bright yellow ; used for pickles ; pkt., 10c.
25
70
2 50
Clusterosa Yellow Egg. Small yellow; best for preserving ; pkt,, 10c.
25
70
2 50
Red Cherry. An inch in diameter ; borne in clusters; for pickles ; pkt., 10c. . .
25
70
2 50
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
NEW MAMMOTH PUBPLK-TOP GLOBE TORNIP. MYERfl' PURPLE-TOP BEAUTY RUTA-BAGA.
TURNIPS AND RUTA-BAGAS, OR SWEDES
On© ounce will sow one hundred and fifty feet of drill; one to on© and one-half pounds will
sow an ucre.
Large packets of any variety, 5 c.; 15c. per lb. may be deducted for 5-lb. lots.
Early Snowball. Very handsome ; extra early, pure white, tender and sweet
Purple-Top Flat. (Strap-leaved.) Well-known standard popular early sort . .
Early White Flat Dutch. Very popular for spring sowing; fine for market . ,
Early Red-Top White Globe. Early, productive and popular for market .
Mammoth Purple-Top Globe. An improvement on Red-Top White Globe
Purple-Top Milan. (True.) The earliest flat turnip ; a very shy seeder . . . .
Extra Early White Milan. Same as the Purple-Top Milan, except white skin .
Early White Egg. Very handsome ; pure white ; excellent for early or late .
Pomeranean Large White Globe. Useful for both table and stock ; very large
Long Cow Horn, or White French. Very heavy cropper ; best for stockmen
Golden Ball, or Orange Jelly. Small; very early ; fine quality and flavor . .
Yellow, or Amber Globe. Vigorous grower; fine keeper ; popular for market
Yellow Aberdeen, Globe-Shaped. Very large ; fine for table or cattle ....
Budlong, or Breadstone. Very early half-long white ; fine table sort ....
Rhode Island White Rock. Early, productive and very handsome..
Monarch, or Elephant Ruta-Baga. Large, oval-shaped; yellow flesh ....
Long Island Ruta-Baga, Purple Top. Very large; fine yellow flesh ....
Myers Purple-Top Beauty Ruta-Baga. An improved market garden sort
Improved Purple-Top Yellow Ruta-Baga. Our finely bred strain; very popular
Large White Ruta-Baga. Very large and productive ; white skin and flesh . .
Seven Top. Very hardy ; grown for leaves, which are used as greens or salads
Per oz.
y* ib.
Per lb.
SO 10
$0 20
$0 60
5
15
45
5
15
45
5
15
50
10
25
70
10
25
75
10
25
80
10
20
55
10
20
65
5
15
50
5
15
50
5
15
50
10
20
65
6
15
60
10
25
70
10
20
55
10
20
60
10
25
65
10
20
55
10
20
55
5
15
50
SEEDS OF POT, SWEET AND MEDICINAL HERBS, ETC.
All Herbs in Large Packets at 5 cents each, except where noted
Borage. Used for flavoring,
15
40
Sweet Basil (Broad-Leaved),
15
45
Cara way Seed. For flavoring,
10
25
Catnip (Cat Mint). I’kt., 10c.,
35
1 00
Chervil. Used like parsley,
10
25
Chicory. Large rooted . . .
10
20
Coriander. Seeds aromatic,
10
20
Dill. For flavoring vingear .
10
20
Fennel. (Sweet).
10
25
Fennel. (Florence) ....
20
50
Horehound. l’kt., 10c. .
25
75
Hyssop. Medicinal. Pkt., 10c.,
25
75
Lavender. For oil and water.
20
50
Marigold, Pot. For soups .
16
45
Per oz.
American Sweet Marjoram.
Superior to imported; seed
of own growing. Pkt., 10c., $0 40
Imported Sweet Harjoram, 15
Rosemary. For seasoning
and aromatic oil. Pkt., 10c., 30
75 Rue. Has medicinal qualities, 20
60 Saffron. Medicine and dyeing, 10
60 Sage. Most used of all herbs, 20
60 Sorrel. ( Large-Leaved.) Cul-
75 ! tivated for acidity .... 10
1 75 Summer Savory. Culinary, 10
2 50 Winter Savory. Flavoring, 20
2 50 Tansy. For bitters. Pkt., 10 c., 35
160 Thyme. Broad-leaved. Pkt, 10c., 25
1 50 Wormwood. For poultry . 16
Anise. Seeds aromatic ... $0 10 $0 25
Balm. For culinary purposes, 20 65
$0 90
2 25
1 25
1 50
75
Klb.
$1 00
40
85
50
30
45
30
30
50
1 00
75
40
lb.
$3 75
1 25
3 00
1 75
90
1 60
1 00
1 00
1 75
3 50
2 50
1 40
SELECTED FARM SEEDS
55
Average ear, 100-day bbistol ookn.
Fully appreciating the great importance to the farmer of GOOD
FIELD CROPS, we have given particular attention to this
department of the business and made the SELECTION AND IM¬
PROVEMENT OF FARM SEEDS a specialty, exercising great care to
secure the best varieties, thoroughly cleaned and of the finest possible
quality. Note our reasonable prices for the quality we furnish.
JOHNSON’S THOROUGHBRED FIELD CORN
Selected for Seed—Tested for Vitality
No Better to Be Had at Any Price
THE 100-DAY BRISTOL FIELD CORN
When a few years since, before naming and introducing it, I first
saw this corn growing in the field, with its enormous stalks and
fodder, one-half again as high as an ordinary-sized man, and its mag¬
nificent ears, averaging nearly a foot in length, as shown in the photo¬
graph, I was inclined to doubt its earliness. But after growing it our¬
selves and on the farms of hundreds of customers, we have found it cut
and shocked ready for husking in ninety-five to one hundred days from
the time the seed was planted. The grain is a light yellow; the cob
is small considering the size of the ear. It will produce as much fodder
and more corn than the famous Chester County Mammoth and other
late varieties, which require three to four weeks longer to ripen. It is
very high in protein, making it a fine ensilage corn. In fact, it is a
perfect field corn in all respects. Prices, pkt., ioc.; lb., 30c.;
3 lbs., 75c., postpaid, by mail; by express or freight, shelled, peck,
60c.; bush., $1.70; sack of 2 bush., S3.25; 10 bush, and over, Si. 50
per bush.; 50 ears, $2.75; 100 ears, $5.00, sacks included.
WHAT OTHERS SAY OF JOHNSON’S SELECTED FARM
SEEDS
“Your 100-Day Bristol is the best field of corn in this section.
The Potatoes from your seed are also away above the average.” —
Howard Van Syckle, Lebanon, N. J.
“I had a very fine lot of corn last year from your Improved
Learning seed. It was planted near the road, and every farmer who
saw it wanted to know where I got my seed. I have referred a number
to you from this section.” — D. T. Lindley, Canton, Pa.
“All who have seen my crop of Austin’s Colossal Corn are
astonished and loud in its praise. I shall send you a photo of an ear
that is 19 inches long. It is a most wonderful corn.” — John C. Fooh-
LIGER, Cincinnati, 0 .
“I am more than pleased with your Austin’s Colossal Yellow
Dent Corn. It is a wonderful grower, yielding more than double any
other corn grown here.” — A. J. McChesnex, Andrew, la.
“I raised 50 lbs. of Washington Oats from one pound of seed I
purchased from you. They gave 17 to 21 stalks from each kernel,
beating all others I have ever grown.” — A. A. Hall, Agate, Ore.
“Your Golden Fleece Oats yielded 50 bushels to the acre; they
are the finest and heaviest oats grown in this section.” — Francis T.
Morrell, Torresdale, Pa.
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J OH N S O N S E El) COMP A N Y
Austin’s Colossal
Yellow Dent Corn
A wonder in large size of ears, uniformly over a
foot in length, as shown in photograph alongside
The Highest Average Yielder
The writer first saw this new corn while visiting the Pan-Ameri¬
can Exposition at Buffalo, in 1901. Of the hundreds of varieties
there exhibited, from almost every State in the Union, it carried
off the honors, and I feel justly proud in being the first to procure
the seed from its experienced originator, Mr. H. W. Austin, to
offer for sale. The yield on the farm of the originator in past
seasons hasaveraged over 100 bushels to the acre, and in the most un¬
favorable seasons it has never given anything but a good yield of its
magnificent ears, borne two to a stalk, ripening in 115 to 125 days
from planting ; grain deep, rich yellow, very heavy, and will sell for
the highest prices on any market in the land ; stalks medium, not too
large, and produce enormously on both light and heavy land. Prices
for 1909: lb., 30c.; 3 lbs., 75c., by mail, postpaid ; by freight or ex¬
press, sacks included, peck, 60c.; bush., $1.70 ; bag of 2 bush, for
$3.25. On ear, 25 ears for $1.75 ; 50 ears for $3.00 ; 100 ears for $5.00.
Improved Learning Corn
I feel it a great honor to have been the first to call attention to
the great value of the True Improved Learning Corn, twenty
years ago, since which time it has grown in popularity each season,
and is now catalogued by nearly every seedsman in America. It is
probably more largely planted now, both in the Northern and South¬
ern States, than any other field corn known. This and the 100 -Day
Bristol Corn, on the preceding page, are by far the earliest and best
large-eared Early Yellow Dent Corns in cultivation. The ears are
large and handsome, with good, deep grain, of deep orange color
and small red cob. Stalks grow to medium size (not large), with few
suckers, slender and leafy, making most excellent fodder, producing
two good ears to each stalk ; husks and shells easily. It ripens in 90
to 100 days, and never fails to make a good crop even in dry seasons,
by reason of its earliness in maturing and strong, vigorous growth.
One hundred and thirty-six bushels shelled corn have been grown
to the acre on good corn ground. It is also adapted to a greater
variety of soils than other varieties, producing unusually well on
light or heavy land, where other varieties would not thrive, and also
in the extreme Northern States and Canada, where it has become
very popular for fodder and ensilage purposes. Much of the so-called
Learning Corn of other catalogues is not the true stock as originated
and improved by Mr. Learning. We offer seed grown by onrselves in
Chester County, Pa., from Mr. Learning’s original improved strain.
Prices, by mail, postpaid, pkt., 10c.; lb., 30c.; 3 lbs., 75c.; by freight or
express bags included, qt., 15c; peck, 60c.; bush., $1.60 ; sack of 2
bush., $3.10 ; 10 bush, and over, $1.50 per bush.; ears, 60 for $2 75 ;
AUSTIN’S COLOSSAL YELLOW DENT, abso¬
lutely the largest tield corn in culti¬
vation. Our seed selected and grown
by the originator.
Our crops of Seed Corn grown in 1908 are the finest in quality we have ever had, having
been grown and selected entirely by expert growers in Chester, Bucks and Delaware counties, Penn-
s\ lvania, which adjoin Philadelphia. The unusually fine weather during the fall has given large yields
of thoroughly matured and very dry corn.
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Johnson’s Giant Beauty Field Corn
Qiant Beauty is a cross between Cloud’s Early Dent and Golden Beauty, possessing the earliness
and deep grain of the former, with the handsome, deep yellow color of the latter. Its rich, deep
golden color indicates its strong, nutritive qualities. It is a very vigorous grower, averaging eight feet
in height, producing two large ears, well filled to the extreme ends of the cob. Pkt., 10c.; ear, 25c.; lb.,
30c -3 lbs., 75c., postpaid, by mail; by express or freight, sacks included, peck, 65c.; bush., $1.75; sack
of 2 bush., $3.30; 10 bush, and over, $1.60 per bush.; 50 ears, $2.75; 100 ears for $5.00.
Corn—Standard Old Varieties
Pricesof the following eight varieties, each, per pkt., 10c.;
lb, 25c.; 3 lbs. for 70c., postpaid, by mail. By express or
freight quart, 15c.; peck, 55c.; bushel, Sl.tiO; sack of
two bushels, #3.10; ten bushels or more at #1.60 per
bushel, sacks included. _ _
IMPROVED SNOW-WHITE DENT. The earliest,
most prolific and best white corn in cultivation. The stalk
grows so remarkably quick that it Is seldom caught by
drought. Kars large and ripen in 105 to 115 days.
PERFECTED GOEDEN BEAUTY. A large, broad-
trrained yellow corn, maturing in 110 days from planting.
LEGAL TENDER YELLOW DENT. Originated in
Iowa. Very productive, ear large, witli deep yellow grain on
a small cob; stalk 9 to 10 feet, and matures in 110 to 115 days.
DELAWARE COUNTY IlENT. Very productive;
ears large, grain bright yellow nnd of great depth, maturing
in 110 to 120 days from time of planting. _
FARMERS’ FAVORITE GOLDEN DENT. Early,
with large ears; productive and adapted to thin soil.
CHESTER COUNTY MAMMOTH. Grain large, deep
and bright yellow; stalk large, averaging12 feet.
EARLY YELLOW CANADA FLINT. Well adapted
to the North and for late replanting. . , „ .
HICKORY KING. The largest-grained and smallest-
cobbed pure White Dent Corn in cultivation.
Ensilage and Fodder Corn
RED-COB ENSILAGE. This new and superior ensi-
lage com we can recommend as the heaviest cropping
variety, producing 50 to 75 tons per acre. It is a pure White
Dent Corn, growing on a red cob. The fodder is sweet, ten¬
der, juicy, grows 13 to 14 feet in height. Peek, 45c.; bush.,
$L35 ; 10 bush, and over, 81.25 per bush., sacks included.
BLUNT’S PROLIFIC ENSILAGE. Also called
Mammoth Ensilage. Has produced 70 tons of fodder to
the acre, and is one of the most popular. Peck, 60c.; bush.,
$1.70- sack of 2 bush., 83.30; 10 hush, and over,81.60 per hush.
61UGAR CORN FOR GREEN FODDER. Especially
grown for fodder purposes, of quick growth, valuable for
feeding green, cutting for ensilage, or curing for fodder.
Bush., 81. 5; 5 bush, and over, Jl.fOpcr bush.
Seed Barley
NEW MANSHURY. Earliest and most productive.
Qt., 15c.; peck, 50c.; bush., 81-50. . r . t
SPRING BARLEY. Most popular in the North. Qt.,
15c.; peck, 50c.; bush., 48 lbs., 81.50.
Spring Wheat
SASKATCHEWAN FIFE. This wheat is pronounced
by the great milling kings of the Northwest the best. Fifty
bushels to the acre is not an uncommon yield, “at., luc.,
lb., 35c.; 3 lbs.. 81.00, postpaid; by express or freight, peck,
86c.; bush., 82.00 ; 5 bush, and over, 81.85 per bush., bags in¬
cluded.
SPRING RYE
Distinct from the win¬
ter rye; grain of finer
quality and more pro¬
ductive; can be success¬
fully grown in any lati¬
tude, and is now being
largely sown in the Mid¬
dle States in place of
oats, being a much more
profitable crop, on ac¬
count of the production
of nearly four times the
straw, and also as a
‘‘catch” crop where
winter grain has failed.
The straw is equally as
valuable as that of the
fall or winter rye, stand¬
ing stiff, 7 to 8 feet high.
Produces 30 to 40 bushels
of grain per acre. As it
does not stool like win¬
ter rye, not less than
two bushels to the acre
should be sown. Pkt.,
10c.; lb., 30c.; 3 lbs., 75c.,
postpaid; peck, 50c.;
bush., 81.50; 5 bush, ana
over, 81.45 per bush.,
bags included.
NEW JAPANESE.
The kernels are nearly
twice the size of any oth¬
er, of a rich dark brown
color, and manufacture
a superior flour. It
has rapidly displaced all
others, and is now more
largely planted than any
other, being about two
weeks earlier. Pkt., 10c.;
lb., 25c.; 3 lbs., 65c., post¬
paid; qt.. 15c.; peck,45c.;
bush., 81.50; 5 bush, and
over, 81-40 per bush.,
sacks included.
_ __ SILVER HULL. Qt.,
SPRING RYE, SHOWING HEIGHT 15c. ; peck, 4RC. *, bush^
AND PRODUCTIVENESS OF STRAW. 81.60.
FOR SLED
^_ JOHNSON SEED COMPANY _
Choice Northern Grown Seed Oats clIISed
NEW WASHINGTON
The seed of this new white oat was
first procured from Professor Carlton,
of the U. S. Department of Agricul¬
ture, who pronounced them at the head
of the Oat kingdom.
Prof. Moore, at experimental sta¬
tion, says: “New, heaviest, thinnest
hull,stiffest straw, best of thirty-six va¬
rieties ; weight, 36 to 40 lbs. measured
bushel.” A small field of 3 acres
yielded 227 bushels. Our grower in
Ontario County, N. Y., says : “ They
are the finest oats we have ever grown ;
straw 4 to 5 feet tall; many heads 10 to
12 inches long (as shown in our photo¬
graph alongside) ; they do not rust;
stand up well; the plump meats make
it the greatest of all oats.’’ One of the
largest and most experienced oat grow¬
ers in Chester County, Pa., says: “Its
wonderful productiveness is far beyond
what the most enthusiastic farmers in
this section ever expected to realize.’’
Another says: “Twenty bushels per
acre more than Welcome or Lincoln.”
Another grower says : “The best oats
we have ever grown ; about one week
earlier than others ; stand up well; do
not rust; yield over 90 bushels peracre.”
Prices for 1909. Choice seed
grown in Ontario County, New
York. Per lb., 35c.; 3 lbs. for $1.00, by mail, postage paid.
By freight or express: Per peck, 65c.; per legal bush, (of 32
lbs.), $1.75; sack of 3 legal bush. (96 lbs.) for $5.00 ; 10 bush,
and over, $1.50 per bush.
GOLDEN FLEECE OATS
This splendid oat was first introduced in 1901, and
hund reds of our customers have written us of its merits. It
is, without doubt, oneof the heaviest croppers, with possibly
the exception of the New Washington, described above.
The grains are white, plump and handsome. The straw is
very strong and stands up well. The blade is double the
size of ordinary oats, which attests the vigor and productive
capacity of the strain. On account of its heavy stooling
property, 6 pecks ( 1 ) bushels) is sufficient to seed an acre.
Price, per lb., 25c.; 3 lbs., 60c., by mail, postpaid; by
freight or express, peck, 45c.; legal bush. (32 lbs.), $1.40;
sack of 3 legal bush. (96 lbs.), $4.00 ; 10 bush, and over,
$1.30 per bush., sacks included.
TARTAR KING OATS
This grand new and prolific white oats has been thor¬
oughly tested in different sections and is highly spoken of.
It seems to be adapted to all soils, has a robust and vigorous
constitution, is quite early and an immense cropper; straw
being long and stout, stands up well and does not readily
lodge. The kernels are of large size, thick, piumpand heavy.
Prices same as for Golden Fleece, described above.
STANDARD VARIETIES
Prices of each of the following Standard Varieties of
Seed Oats, 25c. per lb., or 3 lbs., 60c., postpaid ; by freight
or express, peck,40c.; per legal bush. (32 lbs.), $1.26; 10 bush,
and over, $1.15 per bush., bags included.
White Maine, early, handsome and productive.
Danish Island, originally from Denmark ■ very hardy.
Photograph of average heads of Washington Swedish, Welcome, Wnite Russian, Virginia Win-
oats, 12 inches in length. ter Turf, choicest seed carefully recleaned, at above prices.
SELECTED FARM SEEDS
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Japanese millet —Field from which our original seed was
saved by the introducer. Prof. Brooks.
Japanese Barnyard Millet
Valuable new forage plant introduced into this
country by Prof. Brooks, of the Massachusetts Agri¬
cultural Experiment Station. Yields enormously, in
all sections of the United States, hay and fodder of
excellent quality, growing 6 to 8 feet in height and
yielding 12 to 20 tons per acre. Cattle and horses
eat it greedily. Sow in May or June broadcast,
10 to 12 lbs. per acre, or in drills, 8 lbs. per acre.
Prices, by mail, postpaid, per lb., 25c.; 3 lbs., 60c.;
by express or freight, lb., 15c.; 10 lbs., $1.00; bush,
of 30 lbs., about $2.50.
Hungarian Millet
Yields two or three tons of hay per acre. Sow
l l A bushels to the acre in May or June. Price
varies. Qt., 10 c.; bush., 48 lbs., about ?i. 75 -
Pearl Millet, or Pencillaria
If you grow green forage, try East Indian or
Pearl Millet, and you will find there is nothing
better. Drill in 2 feet rows, 10 lbs. to the acre.
By mail, postpaid, per pkt., 10c.; lb., 30c.; 3 lbs.,
75c.; by freight or express, lb., 20c.; 10 lbs. (enough
for one acre), $1.00; bush, of 50 lbs., $4.25.
Pea Nut or Ground Pea
Georgia Improved (large) and Spanish (small
early) are the best. Each, pkt., 15c.; pint, 30c.,
postage paid; by express, qt., 35c.; 4 qts., $1.25;
peck, $2.00
Jerusalem Artichoke Roots
The best hog food known. Very productive
and possess remarkable fattening properties. Lb.,
35c.; 3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid; by freight or express,
peck, 75c.; bush., $2.50; bbl. of 3 bush., $6.50.
Long White Cow Horn Turnip
THE MOST POPULAR AND BEST FOR STOCK/TEN
Carrot-like in form, growing nearly half out
of the ground. It is delicate and well flavored, of
rapid growth and very nutritious, a heavy cropper
and fine keeper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; X lb., 15c.;
lb., 50c., postpaid; 5 lbs. and over, by express, 35c.
per lb.
Wild Rice ( Zizania Aquatica)
German Millet (Southern Grown)
Southern grown German or Golden Millet seed
is far superior, both in quality and yield, to Western
or Northern grown seed. When properly grown
and handled, it makes an enormous yield of nutri¬
tious feed, succeeding in almost any soil. Sow in
May or June, one bushel to the acre. Price varies
with the market. Qt., 10c.; bush., 50 lbs., $2.00.
A native plant for swamps, etc., furnishing food
for wild fowl, ducks, geese, etc. It attracts all wild
birds from September on, and also purifies the
water. Lb., 35c.; 3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid; by ex¬
press, lb., 25c.; 10 lbs. and over, 22c. per lb.
FARflOGERn —“Makes Poor Soil Good Soil”
high Bred Nitrogen-Qathering Bacteria
It is well known that nitrogen is the most expensive'of fertilizing
elements. It is also known that it is the plant food in which most
soils are deficient. We are pleased, therefore, to be able to offer
our patrons an improved and most reliable method of inoculating
soil with nitrogen-gathering bacteria. By moistening the seed of
any leguminous crop to be planted with Farmogerm, not only is the
immediate crop benefited, but the soil is enriched in nitrogen which
will be available for future crops of any kind for two or three
seasons. One of the important advantages which Farmogerm has
over other and earlier preparations of this kind is the fact that it
needs no treatment or development before using. It comes in
sealed bottles, fully labeled and ready for use with a little water,
according to directions, which are given with each bottle sent out.
Send for a free pamphlet and investigate before planting any
of the following crops:
Alfalfa, Alsike, Crimson Clover, Red Clover, White Clover,
Canadian F'ield Peas, Cow Peas, Soja Beans, Velvet Beans, Vetches,
Garden Beans, Garden Peas, Sweet Peas and other legumes.
When ordering be sure and state for what crop wanted.
We are prepared to supply Farmogerm for any one or all of
these crops at the laboratory price of $2.00 per acre. 10 per cent,
discount on 25 acres, 15 per cent, discount on 50 acre orders.
Garden size, mixed culture, good for Peas, Beans and Sweet
Peas, at 50 cents a bottle. Also White Clover for lawns.
Large plant grown with farmogerm.
Note the Difference.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
FODDER AND SOILING PLANTS
PEAS for Fodder and Plowing Under
SOJA BEAN—Late Variety
The demand for the SOJA Oil JAPANESE SOY
BEANS lias grown remarkably of late years. Their great
value is as a forage crop, for fertilizing the soil and for
pasturing or feeding the green fodder much in the same way
as the cow pea. This late variety is very valuable south of
the Potomtfc and Ohio Rivers. Pkt., 10c.; lb., 25c.; 3 lbs.,
60c., postpaid; by freight or express, qt., 20c.; peck, 75c.;
bush., $2-75.
SOJA BEAN—New Early Variety
The ordinary or late soja bean, while valuable south of
the Potomac and Ohio Rivers, is too late to he of value in
the far Northern States. This variety ripens in all the
Northern States, where it has been grown over four feet in
height, and yielded over ten tons per acre. It is a valuable
fodder either for feeding green or for the silo. Being a rich
nitrogenous feed, it is unsurpassed as a flesh-former, and
like the clovers, is a soil-improver. Lb.. 25c.; 3 lbs., 60e., by
mail, postage paid; by express or freight, qt., 25c.; peck,
$1.00; bush, of 60 lbs., $3.50.
EARLY AMBER SUGAR CANE
The high value of Northern grown sugar cane for fodder
and ensilage is becoming rapidly known. It may be made
to furnish the principal food for cattle, horses and mules
from August until the following spring. When fed down
young as a pasture it grows rapidly again. It also with¬
stands severe drought, and ns fodder and for winter feed it
is one of the most economical. The seed is valuable as food
for horses and cattle, and is greedily eaten by poultry, in¬
creasing the egg production. By mail, postpaid, lb., 25c.;
3 lbs., 60c. ; by express or freight, qt., 15c.; peck, 60c. ; bush,
of 56 lbs., $2.00; 5 bush, or over, $1.00 per bush.
FIELD OF SOUTHERN BLACK OR RAM’S HORN COW PEAS IN THE
NORTH. SOWN JUNE 16th, PLOWED UNDER AUGUST 31st.
COW PEAS (The Great Soil Improver)
Make Poor Land Rich, Good Land More Productive,
and Enrich the Soil
Green crops plowed under are one of the best and cheap¬
est ways of improving the soil. For this purpose the cow
pen is most popular, especially for medium or light soil.
They should be sown in May or June, at the rate of VA
bushels to the acre, and plowed under ns soon as they have
attained their full growth. There is no surer or cheaper
means of improving poor soil than by sowing cow peas.
COW PEAS FOR HAY
If planted early, say by middle of May, in the central
corn belt section, a crop can be cut and cured for hay the
same as clover, then the stubble in a short time will put out
a new growth to be turned under in the fall as a fertilizer.
The best varieties for all purposes are the following :
PRICES variable with the market.
SOUTHERN BLACK EYE COW PEA.
EXTRA EARLY BLACK EYE COW PEA . .
BLACK, or RAM’S HORN COW PEA.
AVHIP-POOR-WILL and CLAY, ....
MIXED COW PEAS.
PRICES BY LETTER
CANADA FIELD PEAS and Oats for Fodder
These make a fodder and hay which double the pro¬
duction of milk. The Canada Field Pea, which we sell
at $1.75 per bushel, is the best for this purpose. They
should be sown in March or early April, two bushels of
peas and two bushels of oats to the acre. The peas should
be sown first and plowed under about four inches deep; the
oats then sown and harrowed in. They will be ready for
cutting about the hitter end of June, when the oats are in
milk and the pods formed on the peas. Farmers who have
never sown this crop will be surprised at its large yield. It
is a nutritious food and relished by all kinds of stock.
This crop also makes an excellent soil improver when turned
under like cow peas as described above. Write for prices on
lar^e quantities.
VELVET BEAN (The Great Nitrogen Gatherer)
A Worthy Rival of the Cow Pea
This is supplanting the cow pea for cattle food and as a
soil renovator; it has been grown in many of the far Northern
States with great success and is worthy of a trial everywhere.
Its nitrogen-gathering properties are said to surpass those of
the cow pea. It is the rankest grower of any of the legumes;
two or three seeds planted four feet apart in rows five feet
apart will literally cover the ground two to three feet thick
with a mass of foliage and vines twenty to twenty-five feet
long, no matter how poor the soil. It leaves a mulch on the
ground that is very beneficial to the soil.
It makes an excellent hay and stock eat it well. The cul¬
tivation is the same as for cow peas. Price, per pkt., 10c.;
lb., 25c.; 3 lbs., 60c., by mail, postpaid. On larger quantities
write for quotations.
DWARF ESSEX RAPE — EIGHT WEEKS FROM SOWING.
TRUE DWARF ESSEX RAPE
Dwarf Essex Rape is largely grown in this country
on account of its rapid growth, being ready to feed in eight
to ten weeks from sowing, and producing twenty-five to
thirty tons of green forage to the acre. It grows to a height
of three feet and covers the surface so densely as to smother
out all weeds. While unequaled as a pasture for sheep, as a
food for all cattle, calves or pigs, it is without a rival, its
fattening properties being twice as great as clover, making
a much relished and most succulent food from May to De¬
cember. Lb., 25c.; 3 lbs., 60c., by mail, postpaid; by express
or freight, lb., 15c.; 10 lbs., $1.00- 25 lb., $2.00; bush, of 50 lbs.
for $3.75; 100 lbs. and over at 7c. per lb. Special prices by
letter for larger lots.
Fruit Tree Seeds
Peach Pits. Pure Tennessee, natural, lb., 20c., post¬
paid; bush., $2.50. Apple Seed, lb., 40c. Apricot Pits,
oz., 10c.; lb., 50c. Pear Seeds, French, oz., 20c.; lb., $2.00.
Osage Orange. For hedges. LI)., 45c.; bush., $8.00.
pDJCgg on all seeds for fodder and
-.— soiling fluctuate with the
market. We can frequently supply lower
than catalogue rates. Write for quotations.
SELECTED FARM SEEDS
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brush of weber’b improved evergreen broom corn.
SAND OR WINTER VETCH (Vida VUlosa)
For forage and fertilizing purposes; it succeeds and
produces good crops on poor, sandy soils as well as on good
lands, growing to a height of 4 to 5 feet. It is perfectly hardy
throughout the United States, remaining green all winter.
If sown in the spring, it can be sown alone or mixed with
oats, spring rye or barley. If sown during August or Sep¬
tember, winter rye serves as a good support. The root
growth is very extensive from the beginning, and makes
quantities of nitrogen tubercles, thus giving it very valuable
fertilizing properties. Sow 50 to 60 pounds per acre with %
bushel rye, oats or barley. Price, per lb., 30c*.; 3 lbs., 75c., by
mail, postpaid ; by freight or express, lb., 20c.; 10 lbs., $1.50;
100 lbs. and over, 10c. per lb.
SPRING VETCHES, or TARES
A species of very small pea, grown extensively in Eng¬
land and Canada for stock feeding. The seed is also largely
used for pigeon feed. Culture same as for field peas. Lb.,
25c., postpaid ; qt., 20c.; peck, $1.00; bush., $3.50, by freight.
Speltz, or Emmer (Triticum speita)
This new Russian grain is intermediate between wheat
and barley, and is readily eaten by all kinds of stock. It is
adapted for milling, as well as for feeding, makings grade of
flour similar to rye. The straw resembles wheat straw. It
grows large crops—40 to 80 bushels per acre—on poor lands,
stony ground and oj>en prairies, and will give double the
crop of oats or barley. Pkt., 5c.; lb., 30c.; 3 lbs., 75c., post¬
paid; by freight or express, qt., 15c.; peck, 50c.; bush., $1.75.
Mammoth Russian Sunflower
The best variety for the farmer. Growing to double the
size of the common, and the yield of seed is twice as great.
The leaves make splendid fodder, much relished by all kinds
of stock. The seed is good feed for horses and poultry, and
yields a fine quality of oil. The strong thick stalks are used
for fuel. Oz., 5c.; qt., 15c. (qt., postpaid, 25c.); neck, 50c.; bush.,
$1.60, sack, 2 bush., $3.00; 5 bush, and over, $1.40 per bush.
Weber’s Improved Evergreen
THE BEST BROOH CORN IN CULTIVATION
Originated and selected by Mr. Geo. Weber, one of the
largest growers of Montgomery County, Pa., who has for
many years had the reputation of having the best in the
State, having made his stock famous by selection and im¬
provement for length, strength and straightness of brush,
it is of a very bright green color, without the slightest
reddish tinge. It makes by far the best brooms of any corn
grown, and commands the very highest prices. Customers
who have grown this corn report yields of over 1,000 lbs.
of brush to the acre. Height, 7 to 8 feet. Lb., 30c.; 3 lbs.,
75c., postpaid ; qt., 25c.; peck, 80c.; bush., $2.75.
KAFFIR CORN
The Great Forage Plant
Will make a fine crop of forage if cut in early bloom,
and the shoots that then follow will mature a full crop of
seed and forage. Roth grain and fodder are excellent, the
whole stalk tender to the full maturity of seed. There is no
failure about it, as it possesses the quality that all the tribe
possess, of waiting for rain without any loss of capacity
to yield. The grain is extremely valuable for feeding to
poultry and will make a flour that is like wheat flour.
Cultivated the same as our common Indian corn, requiring
four to five pounds of seed per acre. Ry mail, pkt., 10c.;
lb., 25c.; 3 H'S., 60c.; by freight or express, qt., 10c.; peck,
50c. ; busl:., 60 lbs , $1.75
TEOSINTE
( Reana Luzuriavs.)
This gigantic Grammea will furnish a continuous daily
supply of most nutritious green food for horses and all
kinds of cattle all through the summer. It also makes
splendid dry fodder, yielding enormously, and being more
nutritious and better relished by all stock than corn fodder.
In appearance it somewhat resembles Indian corn, but the
leaves are much larger and broader, and the stalks contain
sweeter sap. It stools out enormously after being cut. Sow
in May or June, at the rate of three pounds per acre, in
drills 4 feet apart. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; % lb., 25c.; lb., 75c.;
postpaid; by express or freight, lb., 65c.; 5 lbs. and over at
60c. per lb.
A SEED HEAD OF MAMMOTH RUSSIAN SUNFLOWER.
Tobacco Seed
CONNECTICUT SEED I.EAE. Saved from selected
plants. Pkt., 10c.: oz., 20c.; % lb. ,55c.; lb., 22.00.
HAVANA. Genuine imported seed, direct from Cuba.
Pkt., 10e.; oz . 35c.; % lb., 81.00: lb., $3.00.
SUMATRA, STERLING, GENERAL GRANT.
PENNSYLVANIA AND LANCASTER BROAD LEAF,
each, pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c., % lb., 70c.; lb., 22.50.
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
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THE DAYS OF USING SOD
will soon be over, when people know how easily beautiful lawns are made ready for cutting in from 5 to
S weeks by sowing Johnson’s Lawn Grass Seed Mixtures. It is a well-ascertained fact that a thick and
more prolonged growth is produced by a mixture of many sorts of grasses than by only one or two.
For every different kind and condition of soil there are grasses that are especially suitable. Some
mature early, others late ; so that from the beginning of spring until winter sets in, there is no time
when one species or another is not at its best. For this reason, the judicious selection of grass seed,
for the creation of a beautiful lawn or grass plot, or a durable pasture or hay crop, requires a knowledge
obtained only by an intimate study of the habits of varieties as respects quality of herbage and vigor of
constitution. It is not sufficient to select the one grass indigenous to the soil or climate, for it may not
C ossess the many qualities requisite for the purpose desired, for hardiness and permanence, which com-
ination of qualities and character is best found in a mixture of sorts.
A quart of Lawn Grass will sow about 300 square feet. Three to four bushels will sow an
acre. Instructions how to prepare and sow a lawn accompany each package or bag of seed.
Johnson’s “Fancy” Lawn Grass Seed
will produce a permanent and velvety deep green sward at all seasons.
Equally valuable for renovating old and worn=out lawns
This is our best mixture of the best deep-rooted, native and acclimated foreign, fine-leaved grasses
properly blended, so they can not be excelled for the purpose, standing the extremes of heat, drought
and cold. This is really the cheapest, cleanest and heaviest mixture of Lawn Grass Seed ever offered
because, while other mixtures on the market will not average over 14 lbs. to the bushel this weighs
22 lbs. per bushel. Price, qt., 20c. (qt., postpaid, 25c.); 4 qts.,- 65c.; peck, $1.25 ; bush., 22 lbs., $4.50.
Johnson’s Standard Evergreen Lawn Seed Mixture
Johnson’s Standard Evergreen is a well-balanced combination made from our own formula, of fine
native grasses that will produce a beautiful effect throughout the whole of the growing season. It has be¬
come standard, being largely used on the best public and private grounds around Philadelphia New
Kork and other large cities. Price, per qt., 15c. (qt., postpaid, 20c.); peck,$1.00;bushel, $4.00.
Fairmount Park Lawn Grass Seed Mixture
This mixture we supplied for many years to Fairmount Park, the largest in the world. It will give
good results where the finest grasses are not required, and is also valuable for use on railroad embank¬
ments, terraces and exposed lawns. Qt., 15c. (qt., postpaid, 20c.); peck, 75c.; bush.,14 lbs.,$2.75.
Johnson’s Shadow Lawn Grass Seed
This is a new mixture, prepared especially for shady places
It is quite difficult to obtain a satisfactory growth of grass under trees and in shady places - for
sowing in such places we recommend its use. Qt., 25c. (qt., postpaid, 30c.); peck, $1.25 ; bush., $4.50.
Where several bushels oiLawn Grass Seed are wanted, write for SPECIAL PRICES
CLOVER AND GRASS SEEDS
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If you sow Clover you should try FARMOGERM,
the high-bred nitrogen gathering bacteria.
See page 59.
Add 10c. per lb., if ordered by mail.
Prices Subject to Market Changes
ALFALFA, or LUCERNE CLOVER. Every farmer
should have at least a few acres of alfalfa clover. There is
no difficulty in getting a good stand, if care is taken in
putting it in right and taking cure of it afterwards. Sow in the
spring or in August, as preferred, at the rate of 25 to 40 lbs.
per acre ; see that the soil is sweet and well manured. When
a good stand is once secured, it will last from 8 to 10 years,
giving three or four crops per annum. Price, per lb., 35c.;
10 lbs., $2.00; bush, of 00 lbs., about $10.50
TURKESTAN ALFALFA. (True.) Imported from Tur¬
kestan, withstands the drought of summer and cold winters
better than ordinary alfalfa. Price, per lb., 25c.; 10 lbs., $2.00;
bush., 60 lbs., price on application.
CRIMSON or SCARLET CLOVER. This annual
clover, as an improver of the soil, or for an early summer
forage or hay crop, is first-class. Lb., 15c.; 10 lbs., $1.25; bush,
of 60 11)8., about $4.50.
ALSIKE, or SWEDISH CLOVER. Hardiest of all;
well adapted for permanent pastures or for hay crop.
Thrives equally well on wet or dry soil. Sow six pounds per
acre in spring or fall. Lb., 20c.; 10 lbs., $1.80; bush., 60 lbs.,
prices on applic atio n
WHITE DUTCH CLOVER. Best to sow with lawn
grass; valuable in permanent pastures. Oz., 5c.; lb.. 30c.; 10
lbs. and over, 25c. per lb.; bush., 60 lbs., price on application.
CLOVER MEDIUM RED. Free from weed seeds and
of high germination. Lowest market prices quoted by letter.
MAMMOTH PEA VINE, or SAPLING CLOVER.
Market variable. Write us for lowest market prices.
SAINFOIN, or ESPARSETTE. A land-enriching,
perennial clover. Lb., 15c.; 10 lbs., $1.25.
BOKHARA CLOVER (Honey Plant.) Lb., 25c.;
10 lbs., $2.25.
MEADOW FOXTAIL, ROUGH STALKED MEAD¬
OW, FINE LEAVED FESCUE, TALL FESCUE. Each,
per lb., 40c.; 10 lbs. and over, 35c. per lb.
IMPORTANT. JfctpWrlte for quotations on Grass
and Clover Seeds. Prices vary with the market, and
we can frequently supply lower than catalogue rates.
HUNGARIAN, or A WNLESS B R O ME - G R A S.S
(Bromun Inermis). This great drought-defying, frost-resisting
grass yields enormous crops of splendid hay, and affords
rich, abundant pasturage. Grows best in light, sandy loam,
but its roots will penetrate the stiffest clays. Equally good
for cutting green, pasturing or cutting into hay. Can be sown
alone and also does well sown with clover and timothy. Use
30 pounds to the acre if alone; if with clover, 20 pounds. Per
lb., 20c.; bushel of 13 lbs., price on application.
C VNADfAN BLUE GRASS (Poa Compressa). The
hardiest grass in cultivation. Cows fed on it produce
a very rich milk, and it is especially relished by sheep.
Excellent for dry, sandy soils and for covering the surface
of rocky soils. Three bushels to the acre. Lb., 18c.; bush., 14
lbs., $1.75; 5 bush, and over, $1.05 per bush.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (Poa Pratensis). Valuable
for pasture when mixed with other varieties. Lb., 25c.; bush.,
14 lbs., about $2.00.
ORCHARD GRASS. A most desirable pasture grass.
Lb., 30c.: bush., 12 lbs , about $2.50.
TIMOTHY. I,b., 12c.; bush., 45 lbs., about ?2.75.
HERD, or RED TOP GRASS. Choice seed in ohflflT.
Lb., 13c.; bush., 10 lbs., $1.00; in sacks of 50 lbs., about $4.00 :
extra fancy solid seed, lb., 20c.
JOHNSON GRASS (SORGHUM HALAPENSE).
Valuable for the South for meadow or hay; withstands heat
and drought. Lb , 20c.; bush., 25 lbs., price on application.
MEADOW FESCUE, or ENGLISH BLUE. Lb.,26c.i
bush., 22 lbs , price on application. Sow 2 bush, to the acre.
TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS. Valuable for per¬
manent pasture. Lb., 25c.; bush., 13 lbs., price on application.
ENGLISH RYE GRASS. A nutritious, permanent
grass for meadows and pastures. Lb., 15c.; bush., 24 lbs.,
price on application.
CRESTED DOGTAIL. Valuable for lawns, golflinks,
etc., stands wear. Lb., 35c ; bush., 20 lbs., price on application.
WOOD MEADOW GRASS. Adapted for pleasure
grounds; fine for pastures under close feeding. Lb., 60c.;
bush., 14 lbs., price on application.
SWEET VERN4L GRASS (True perennial). Lb., 60c.;
Sweet Vernal (annual), lb., 20c.
RHODE ISLAND BENT, HARD FESCUE, SHEEP’S
FESCUE, CREEPING BENT. Each, per lb., 30c.; 10 lbs.
and over, 25c. per lb.
We carry a large line of Grasses; any variety not listed will be cheerfully quoted by letter.
Johnson’s Special
Mixtures for Per=
manent Pastures
and Mowing Lands
Good Pastures Are the Foundation o£
Successful Farming
A combination of a number of native and acclimated foreign
grasses and clovers, blended to produce a permanent, dense and
deep rooting turf yielding yearly the maximum quantity of hay,
and afterwards affording a constant and abundant pasture.
After the hay is cut, the grass recovers its verdure in a few
days, and affords excellent pasturage even through dry summer
weather. Both mixtures will maintain their valuable qualities
20 years or more if they are occasionally top-dressed with ma¬
nure and sprinkled with grass seed. Sow 2i bushels to the acre.
1 Grass Mixture for Permanent Pasture 1 Each, per hush., $3.25, or in lots of 10 bush.and
2 “ «« “ “ Mowing J over, $3.00 per bush., sacks included.
Johnson’s Fair Green Mixture for Golf Links. Excellent for the purpose- Sow 4 bushels to the
acre. Price, per qt., 15c.; peck, 75c.; bush. (15 lbs.), $2.75 ; 10 bush, and over, $2.50 per bush.
Johnson’s Putting-Green Mixture for Golf Links. Produces a thick, tough, beautiful green
turf. Sow bushels to the acre. Price, qt., 30c.; peck, $1.75; hush. (20 lbs.), $5.00.
No.
No.
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
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JOHNSONS
PERFECTION
GIANT ASTERS
FROM THE LEADING EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN SPECIALISTS
We offer herewith a superb collection of Giant Asters, which cannot be surpassed for free¬
dom of bloom, perfection of form, brilliancy of color and sturdiness of habit.
early snowdrift aster. Per packet, IOC.
Early Snowdrift Aster
376. The earliest aster in cultivation,
being a few days in advance of Queen of the Mar¬
ket, while the flower is not surpassed in beauty by
any of the later varieties. The leaves are narrow
and sparse, and the branches spring from close to
the ground. The entire energy of the plant seems
given to the production of twelve to twenty long,
slender, upright stems, crowned with immense
feathery flowers. The long, recurved petals give
the flowers an exceedingly graceful effect, height¬
ened in many cases by the ragged, irregular charac¬
ter of the petals in the center of the flower. The
type is well established, the flowers all coming
perfectly double. (See cut.) Per packet, 10c.
NEW GIANT COMET ASTER
m
Triumph of Paris
378. A new aster of very handsome and strik¬
ing appearance. It is of pyramidal habit, grows
2 to 2 l A feet high, and produces large flowers
to 6 inches across, with long, pure white outer
petals, in the center of which the quilled disc
florets form a bright golden-yellow wreath. Per
packet, ioc.
New Aster, Violet King
290. A new and distinct soft
violet aster measuring 4 to 5
inches across, of vigorous habit,
long stiff stems, and blooming ten
days earlier" than the Improved
Semple’s Branching. The petals
somewhat resemble the quilled
varieties, but much larger and
broader, those in the center being
curled and incurved, completely
covering the crowns. Per pkt., 10c.
New White Aster, Mikado
291. A beautiful comet aster
of American origin. The flowers
are pure white and of immense size
with the petals curled and twisted
in the center of the flower. It is
of medium height and an excellent
sort for bedding. Per pkt., ioc.
Early Giant Ostrich Plume
Aster
Extremely graceful asters with
long, w'avy, twdsted petals, resem¬
bling the Japanese Chrysanthe¬
mums. The flowers attain a large
size, measuring 4 inches across;
extra early, free bloomers, and in¬
valuable for cutting.
292. White 295. Light Blue
293. Rose 296. Dark Blue
294. Lavender 297. Mixed
Per packet, ioc.
Sunset Aster
298. Similar in habit to the Daybreak Aster.
The flowers are a delicate shade of light pink, shad¬
ing to a deep, rich pink in the center, globe-shaped,
borne on long, stiff stems and a profuse bloomer.
Per packet, ioc.
New Royal Purple Aster
377. The flowers of this superb strain are
large and full, with centers well covered. Although
an offshoot from the popular Branching Aster, it is
entirely distinct in flower and habit. It is a vigor¬
ous grower and comes into bloom a few days after
the Queen of the Market, and an invaluable variety
for cutting. Per packet, ioc.
Purity Aster
315. Possessing all the good qualities of the
Daybreak, with which it is identical in form and
habit, but the color is a pure white. Excellent for
cutting. Per packet, ioc.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
White Branching
JOHNSON’S
SUPERB
New Early
298. This beautiful Aster now
offered for the first time is a distinct
advance in the branching class. It
begins blooming in profusion two
weeks earlier than the Late Branch¬
ing,and the large white flowers borne
on extra long stems give it an ad¬
ditional value as a cut flower and
for vases. Per packet, 10c.
Giant White
Hohenzollern Aster
299. A magnificent Aster
borne on long stems, of tall branch¬
ing habit. The flowers are a pure
glistening white, measuring 6 to 8
inches across, extremely double,
with gracefully curled petals resem¬
bling a Japanese Chrysanthemum.
As a late cutting variety it has no
equal. Per packet, 10c.
New C&rdin&l Aster
379. As its name indicates,
this new and distinct aster is a
bright rich carmine and surpasses all
other asters for brilliancy in color and profusion of
bloom. The flowers are large, round and full and
borne on graceful stems of average length. As a
bedding aster it vies with the Scarlet Sage and
blooms from early August until late in the fall.
Per packet, 10c.
NEW GIANT ASTER-HERCULES. Per packet, I5C.
HERCULES WHITE ASTER
317. This new aster has a most imposing as¬
pect. The plants throw up strong stems 15 to 20
inches high, which branch about 4 inches from the
ground, bearing at their summit many central
flowers, while on the side shoots ap¬
pear 4 to 6 secondary blooms. The
flowers are of the purest white, with
very long petals, and attain the enor¬
mous diameter of 6 to 7 inches, and
can be compared to the large exhibi¬
tion flowers of the Giant Chrysan¬
themum. It is excellent either for
cut flowers or for planting in borders
in the open ground. Per pkt.,l5c.
Lavender Gem Aster
375. We cannot commend this
magnificent ostrich-feathered aster
too highly for its many excellent
qualities. The color is an exquisite
lavender, a profuse bloomer, of
medium height, erect habit, and the
flowers, which resemble a ragged
chrysanthemum, are always double
and borne on long slender, wiry
stems. Blooms very early, follow¬
ing the Queen of the Market and
before the Daybreak. Per packet,
ioc.
DAYBREAK
DAYBREAK ASTER. Per pkt., IOC
314. Beautiful free blooming
pink Aster, of bushy, branching
habit, borne on long stiff stems
about 2 feet high. The flowers are
extremely double with incurved
petals and unsurpassed for cutting
purposes. Per packet, ioc.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
JOHNSON’S UNRIVALED HARDY PHLOX
THE BRIGHTEST AND BEST FROM A PRIZE COLLECTION
15c. each; $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100
HARDY PHLOX
For effective display, wide range of rich,
beautiful colors, ease of culture, and freedom of
bloom, the Hardy Phloxes are unsurpassed.
They succeed in any situation and produce a pro¬
fusion of bloom from early in July until late
autumn. The best effect is obtained if planted
in masses of one color. Pinch back when the
plants are 12 inches high.
Althis. Salmon pink, beautiful.
Bacchante. Deep, rich red; enormous
trusses.
Beranger. Shell pink. Rare and dainty
color.
Bridesmaid. Pure white, with large, crim¬
son carmine eye.
Coquelicut. The best scarlet.
Eugene Danzanvillier. Rich lilac-blue
with lighter center.
M rs. Jenkins. The best white.
Obergartner Wittig. Rich rosy magenta;
extra large flower and truss.
Prof. Schliemann. Bright currant-red;
perfect form.
Offenbach. Bright rose, with large white
halo.
Thebaide. Carmine lake, with carmine
eye; very rich.
Selma. Brilliant rosy red with darker eye.
Send for List of Hardy Perennial Plants
CARNATION, GIANTS OF NICE
655. A new giant strain of perpetual
carnations, introduced by a celebrated French
specialist. It is the finest of the perpetual class,
attaining an immense size and beginning to
bloom almost as early as the Carnation Margue¬
rite, and producing nearly 100 per cent, double flowers, with a large percentage of yellows. They
are profuse bloomers, deliciously fragrant and contain a wide range of colors and distinct markings.
As the flowers last a long time after being cut, they will be found equally valuable to the florist and
private gardener for open ground or pot culture. Pkt., 15c.
JOHNSON’S MAMMOTH PERFECTION COSMOS
I lie flowers of this grand strain measure 4 inches across and produce a profusion of bloom from late
summer until killed by frost. Splendid for cutting. Start the seed early.
933 . Mammoth White, 10c. per pkt. 935, Mammoth Pink, 10c. per pkt. 936, Mammoth Scar¬
let, toe. per pkt.
JOHNSON’S FAMOUS WILD FLOWER GARDEN
Per packet, 5c.; ounce, 10c.; X pound, 30c.
2960. Our Wild Flower Mixture consists of many varieties of beautiful, easy-growing flowers,
producing a constant and varied bloom the whole season, for sowing in shrubbery, under trees and in beds
on which no care will be bestowed, or even for sowing in exposed situations, where wildness is preferred to
order and precision. The mixture comprises mignonette, candytuft, larkspurs, marigolds, poppies, fox¬
gloves, and many other garden favorites, which will flower successively and yield an abundance of bloom.
Large pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; X lb., 30c.; lb., $1.00.
Special Offer— 15 Packets Choice Flower Seeds
Comprising
25c.
Asters, Cosmos, Pansy, Poppies, Sweet Peas,
Carnations, Dianthus or Pinks, Petunia,_ Sweet Alyssum, Verbenas,
Candytuft, Nasturtium, Phlox, Snapdragon, Zinnias.
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CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
General List of riower Seeds
PLEASE ORDER BY NUMBER
ABRONIA
40. Umbellata. Charming annual trailer for vases
rock work, etc. Pkt.,5c.
• .1®* Abutilon. Large bell-shaped flowers, various colors,
richly veined. Mixed colors; tender perennial. Pkt., 10c.
50. Acroclinum. Mixed double flowering. An '‘ever¬
lasting " for winter bouquets Pkt., 5c
ADLUMIA
60 Cirrkosa
(Mountain Fringe or
Allegheny Vine).
A charming climber.
Pkt.. 10c.
AGERATUM
Annuals bearing a
S rofusion ot feathery
owers. Excellent for
bedding in summer or
pot culture in winter.
Flowering profusely and
continually ; 2 feet high.
100. Mexicanum.
Lilac blue Pkt., 5c.
101. Las sea ux if.
Beautiful rose color.
Pkt., 6c.
102. Choice Mixed.
Per oz., 25c.; pkt., 5c.
104. White Gem.
Very dwarf, free flower¬
ing. Pkt., 5c.
105. Little Dorrit.
Azure blue. Pkt., 5c.
ageratum. 106. Swanley Bine.
Large flowers ; fine.
Pkt., 5c.
107. Blue Perfection. Very dark blue, dwarf,
finest of all. Pkt., 5c.
109. Princess Victoria Louise. Novelty, Centre
white, edged with blue. Very beautiful sort, dwarf. Pkt., 10c
AMPELOPSIS V E ITCH 11 (Boston Ivy)
The Ampelop8is Veitchii is a hardy perennial climber
from Japan, with beautiful, glistening, olive-green leavec
which turn a beautiful scarlet in the autumn. It is the bes {
and most popular climber for covering stone or brick walls
180. Seed, 10c per pkt.; 25c. per oz. Plants, 20c. each
$2.00 per dozen.
ANTIRRHINUM
( Snapdragon)
Half - hardy peren¬
nials for the summer
flower bed or border.
Are very showy and
flower the first season
from seed. Two to three
feet high.
220. Nanum. Dwarf
mixed. Pkt., 5c.
221. Majus. Tail,
mixed. Pkt., 5c.
223. Queen of the
North. Large, pure
white; fine for beds or
borders. Pkt., 10c.
AQUILEGIA, OR
COLUMBINE
Hardy perennials,
luxuriating in the moist
er situations in the gar¬
den, where they form
permanent clumps,grow- aquilbgia, or columbine
lng from 1V 2 to 3 feet
high. The large, unique, long-spurred flowers, graceful!;
hung on long stems, are not only brilliantly effective or
the plant, but equally as desirable when cut for vase an<!
house decoration.
240. Single Varieties. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
241. Double Varieties. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
ALYSSUM
A garden favorite, flowering profusely throughout the
season from spring-sown seed. Excellent for ribbon lines
and edging. Very fragrant annual, 6 to 9 inches high.
140. Sweet Alyssum. Oz., 20c.; pkt., 5c.
141. Tom Thumb. Dwarf. Oz., 25c.; pkt., 5c.
142. Tittle Gem. Distinct, very dwarf. Oz., 40c.; pkt.
5c.
143. Saxatile Corapactum. Perennial; yellow. Pkt.,
5c.
144. Carpet of Snow. Pure white, only 2 to 3 inches
high, a profuse bloomer, showing as many as 800 heads of
snow-white flowers at one time on one plant; annual. Pkt.,
5c.
ARCTOTIS GRtsms. 10c.
ARCTOTIS GRAN DIS
No. 250. A handsome new annual, growing luxuriantly
in our climate and forming profusely branched bushes of
about 2 to 2% feet in height and breadth. Its flowers an
large and showy, from 2'A to 3 inches across; pure white o»-
the upiier surface, embellished by a narrow yellow zone
at their base . reverse of petals nale lilac. Pkt., 10c.
BORDER OF AI.YSSUM “ CARPET OF SNOW."
AMARANTHUS
Ornamental foliage and flowering annuals Very rapid
growth and easy culture. For semi-tropical gardening they
jranery ejjcyddye.
160. 4, a ,io»‘ns (iMve-lies-bleeding). Pkt., 5c
161. Tricolor {Joseph's Coat). Pkt., 5c,
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
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JOHNSON’S SUPERB ASTERS
PHOTOGRAPH QUEEN OE THE MARKET ASTER.
QUEEN OF THE MARKET ASTER
Two to three weeks earlier than most other Asters, of
dwarf branching habit, very double flowers, valuable for
cutting. A favorite Florist's Aster for earlv market.
802. White; 303, Pink; 304, Crimson ; 305, Light blue ;
306, Purple; 307, Mixed. Price, all the above, 10c. ]>er pkt.
PACO NY FLOWERED PERFECTION
ASTERS
A very favorite type. Thrifty upright plant* ; large, fine
flowers, with long incurved petals. Fine for florists.
321, Snow white; 322, Glowing crimson: 318, Brilliant
rose ; 323, Azure blue; 321, Purple ; 320, Carmine, edged white ;
325, Dark rose, edged white; 319, Blue, edged white; 326,
Choice mixed sorts. Price, all the above, 10c. per pkt.
VICTORIA ASTERS
A magnificent race of Asters. The colors include mam-
delicate and some gorgeous shades; flowers very double and
four inches across, and from twenty to thirty in a single
plant ; fifteen to eighteen inches high.
355, Pure white; 356, Deep pink; 357, Light blue; 358, j
Deep scarlet; 359, Peach blossom; 360, Choice mixed sorts.
Price, all the above, 10c. per pkt.
COMET OR PLUME ASTERS
A very beautiful nnd distinct class, with long curled and
twisted i*tals formed Into a loose yet dense half globe,
resembling the Japanese Chrysanthemum.
345, Pure white ; 346, New carmine; 343, Deep pink ; 349,
Delicate pink, edged white ; 347, Choice mixed sorts. Price,
all the above, luc. per pkt.
NEW JEWEL OR BALL ASTER
A magnificent new class. The flowers are perfectlv round
or ball-shaped. Nine inches in circumference, the petals
being short and incurved. Plants grow about 2 feet high.
i r,u im.
351. Apple Blossom. Shell pink.SO 10
352. Crimson. Very showy and handsome. 10
353. Deep Hose. An excellent color. 10
1 pkt. each of these 3 Glorious Asters, 25c.
35i. New Jewel. Mixed colors. 10
GERMAN QUILLED ASTER
Flowers composed of tube or quill-shaped petals. Very
beautiful, with a great variety of colors.
PER PKT.
331. German Quilled. ( Betteridge' 8 Prize) Mixed . . $0 05
332. “ «* Pure white . 05
NEW EXTRA EARLY GIANT PLUME
ASTER
As early as Queen of the Market and of immense size, many
blooms measuring live inches in diameter. The long, re¬
curved petalsgive an exceedingly graceful effect, heightened
by the irregular character of the petals in the center of the
flower. Perfectly double.
364. Pure white. 365. Pure rose; each, 20c. per pkt.
NEW OSTRICH FEATHER ASTER
366. The Ostrich Feather Asters are a new type, with
long, wavy, twisted feathery petals, like the wavy, beautiful
feathers of the ostrich. Flowers frequently measure four
inches across, in long, thin, wiry stems. Price, mixed colors,
15c. per pkt.
CROWN ASTER
339. Centers white, surrounded by a broad margin of
color, such as crimson, rose, violet, etc., flowers large and
freely produced; height, 18 inches to 2 feet. Pkt., 10c.; 3
pkts., 25c.
NEW YELLOW ASTER
361. A double flower in the form of a perfect ball; of
the brightest sulphur-yd low. Long, erect stems; excellent for
cutting. Per pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts. for 25c.
DWARF CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWERED
ASTERS
Plants only ten to twelve inches high, producing flowers
of the largest size and choicest colors. pek pkt.
327. A. Chr.VHan them uni Flowered, mixed . . . . 30 10
328. A. Chrysanthemum Flowered, pure white . . 10
DEEP SCARLET TRIUMPH ASTER
333. Beautiful dwarf Aster; immense flowers of faultless
form. The color is rich, brilliant scarlet; very prolific.
Pkt., 10c.
GIANT VICTORIA OR WASHINGTON
A magnificent variety of compact habit; flowers measure
5 inches across, of splendid substance, fine form, and bloom
profusely during August and September.
367. Snow white; 368, Peach blossom pink; 369, Dark
violet; 370, Azure blue: 371, Bright crimson; 372, Choice
mixed. Price, all the above, 10c. per pkt.
NEW BRANCHING ASTERS
The new Branching Aster is quite different in several
respects from any Aster known. The branching habit is
accompanied with great vigor of growth and profusion of
bloom. The flowers are of extraordinary size and exceed¬
ingly graceful, and are borne erect on very long stems.
TER PKT.
310. White Branching Aster. 30 10
311. Crimson Branching Aster. 10
313. Shell Pink Brandling Aster . 10
312. Finest Mixed Branching Aster. 10
NEW DWARF QUEEN ASTER
Bushy plants growing only 10 to 12 inches high, and
branching very freely; branches upright, making a dense
compact hush. The flowers are of extraordinary size, perfectly
double, and resemble the finest Victoria. per pkt.
335. Satin; White Queen. Spotless white.30 10
336. Crimson Queen. Rosy crimson. 10
NEW ASTER, “WHITE LADIE "
330. Very popular, with long, graceful tubular petals;
splendid for cutting. Per pkt., 10c.
POPULAR MIXTURE OF ASTERS
362. A mixture of all the best varieties of Asters suit¬
able for cut flowers, consisting principally of white, pink
and the brightest of red, with a small proportion of nine
and purple and some intermediate shades. Being made
by ourselves, we know it contains only the most salable
colors for cut-flower use, and offer it as a good substitute
for the higher-priced separate colors. Large pkt., 1-c.;
oz., $1.25.
WHITE ASTERS IN MIXTURE
363. This mixture is made up by ourselves of all
the white-flowering Asters suitable for cut flowers, and
includes Giant Comet Snow and White »
Large pkt., 15c.: oz., 31.50.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
69
BALLOON VINE
340. A rapid-jpowing handsome summer climber small
white flowers, followed by inflated seed vessels shaped like
small balloons, 10 to 15 feet ; annual. Pkt 5c
BALSAM
(Lady Slipper)
The old garden fa¬
vorite, marvelously im¬
proved.
380. White Per¬
fection. The finest;
pure white. Pkt.. 10c.
384. Double Mixed
Sorts. Pkt., 5c.
386. Roj al Camellia
Flowered. Prize
Mixed. A fine strain of
very double flowers of
exquisite shades. Pkt..
10c.
388. Improved Cam
ellia Pure White (Al
ha Perfecta). Areally
pure white, very
double Balsam has long
been a desideratum both
for the private planter
and the practical florist.
Our stock of this grand
acquisition is absolute
perfection in snow-white
color, s i z e o f bloom,
doubleness and symmetry of plant. Price, per pkt., 10c.
Balsam Apple. See Momordica, page 75.
Balsam Pear. “ “ “ “
BEGONIA (Tuberous Rooted)
Magnificent flowering plants. The single varieties are
a revelation in color and size, measuring 6 to 9 inches in cir¬
cumference, and the double are as fine as the choicest roses
in coloring and form.
420. Single Large Flowering, Mixed. Pkt., 15c.
421. Double ** ** ** “ 25c.
B E G O N IA ( Fibrous-Rooted)
422. Rex Hybrids. Large, ornamental-leaved plants,
very rich and decorative. Pkt., 25c.
423. Vernon. Flowers waxy, blood-scarlet, borne in
Immense quantities; line foliage, green at first, turning red.
Pkt., 10c.
CANARY BIRD FLOWER
490. (Tropceolum Canariense.) Of the Nasturtium family
the flowers resembling a canary bird with expanded wings.
A beautiful climber. Pkt., 5c.
CALCEOLARIA
Gorgeous plants for greenhouse and window decoration f
the large pocket-shaped flowers are borne in the greatest
profusion through spring and summer; colors: yellow,
maroon, crimson, etc.;
spotted and blotched
in the most unique
fashion; \]/ 2 feet.
620. C.“ Hybrida
Grandiflora, Tall
Mixed. 20 in. Pkt.,
25c.
521. C. Hybrida
Grandiflora Pumila
Compacta, Mixed. A
new strain, dwarf and
compact, producing
large and brilliant self-
colored and spotted
flowers; 1 foot. Pkt.,
25c.
622. C. Rugosa.
Small flowering varie¬
ties for bedding, of the
finest colors ; 2 feet.
Pkt., 25c.
523. English
Prize, Mixed. This
strain of Calceolaria
will be found without
a peer. It contains the
in o s t brilliant color-
OALETNDUla. (See next column.) ings of the tigered,
mottled, spotted and
variegated varieties that we know of. Compact in growth
and vigorous in constitution. Pkt., 35c.
CALENDULA
Profuse blooming, dwarf, bushy annuals: of easy culture
and flowering till frost.
u * w 4, . “ ° ran ff e King.” The grandest of all the double
Pot Mangolds. The color is a rich, dark orange, decidedly
more striking than that of Prince of Orange. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
545. “Lemon Queen.” Just as fine as the Orange King
but a clear lemon-yellow. Pkt,, 5c.; oz., 20c.
540. Meteor. Double yellow, stri})ed orange. Pkt. 5c
541. Prince of Orange. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
542. Ranunculoides, FI. PI. (Cape, or Garden Mari
golds. ) Deep orange color; 1 foot. Pkt., 5c.
543. Calendula.
Fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.
CAMPANULA
( Canterbury Bells)
601. Single Mixed.
Pkt., 5c.
602. Double Mixed.
Pkt., 5c.
604. CUP and SAU¬
CER Varieties. Are a
very striking and beauti¬
ful variety of Canter¬
bury Bells. The flowers
are large and resemble a
cup and saucer. Colors
are mixed blue, blue,
rose, lilac and white.
Pkt., 5c.
606. Pyramidalis,
Mixed. A grand sort,
known as the “ Pyram¬
idal Bell Flower.” Col¬
or, blue or white ; plants
grow about 4 feet high,
of elegant pyramidal
form, bearing thousands
of exquisite hell-shaped
flowers. Pkt., 5c.
CAT DYTUFT (lberis)
Half-hardy annuai of low growth and very tree flower
Ing. The plants bloom early from seed and continue a long
time in bloom. Useful for bedding and for cutting.
620. White Fragrant. Pure white piunated foliage
1 ft. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
621. Crimson. Very beautiful; 1 ft. Pkt., 5c.; oz M 20c.
622. WHITE ROCKET. Large trusses of pure white
flowers; 1 ft. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
623. White Tom Thumb. A new dwarf variety, gro«»
ing about 6 inches high branching into a handsome bus j,
about 16 inches in diameter. Pkt., 5c. ; oz., 20c.
624. Fine Mixed.
625. NEW E M -
PRESS. One of the fin¬
est varieties of recent in¬
troduction. The plant
is of a very branching
habit, and assumes, when
fully ^rown and covered
with its large trusses of
pure white flowers, a
very handsome candela¬
brum-like aspect. Pkt.,
10c.; oz., 30c.
CANNAS
645. Crozy’sDwarl
Large Flowering
French. In this new
class of Cannas the foli¬
age is luxuriant and the
plants dwarf in habit.
Their great merit, how¬
ever, lies in the large size
and brilliant hues of die
flowers, ranging through
all shades of yellow and
orange to the richest
crimson, scarlet and ver¬
milion; some are also
beautifully spotted.
Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.
610. C. Marechal Vaillant. Foliage rich maroon
large, bright orange flowers: 5 ft. Pkt., 5c.
611. Tricolor. Foliage green, red and creamv ^ellow
bright scarlet flowers ; 3 ft. Pkt., 5c.
612. Finest Mixed. Embracing twenty of the bud
sorts. Pkt., 5c.; oz., loc.
643. C. Gigantea. 8 ft. Pkt.. 5c.
Pkt., 5c.; oz^ 15c.
EMPRESS CANDYTUFT.
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
70
CARNATIONS
663. Marguerite Carnations. Without exception,
these are the most abundant bloomers of all the Carnation
1’iuts. The flowers are of brilliant colors, ranging through
many beautiful shades of red, pink, white, variegated, etc.:
they are of perfect form and large size. Those sown in spring
commence flowering in early summer, and continue to bloom in
lavish profusion until checked by frost. Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts.,
26c.
PKT.
656. Carnation Marguerite. Crimson.80 10
657. 11 “ White. 10
658. “ “ Rose. 10
659. “ “ Striped. 10
666. NEW DWARF LARGE FLOWERING MAR¬
GUERITE. An improvement on the above in size of flower,
dwarfer and more stocky plants. Per pkt., 15c.
661. Finest German Double Mixed. Saved from
extra choice named double flowers. Pkt,, 15c.
662. Fine Double Mixed. Comprising the hardiest
and best varieties for garden culture: 1 ft. Pkt., 10c.
664. FINEST DOUBLE STRIPED. Pkt., 10c.
665. THE GUILLAUD, or RIVIERA MARKET.
The Cluillaud Pinks bloom profusely in the summer and au¬
tumn from spring-sown seed. The'flowers are very large, of
perfect shape, very fragrant. They contain flowers of clear
yellow and others with yellow stripes. Pkt,, 20c.
667. NEW DOUBLE PERPETUAL ( Chubaud). As
early as the Marguerite Carnation, this new sort will be found
invaluable for florists. The stalks are very stiff and the flowers
large and very double. The calyx rarely ever bursts, and the
percentage of double flowers is very great. Pkt., 15c.
Celosia (Coxcomb)
Very popular annuals of the easiest culture, producing
large, ornamental comb-like heads; useful both for summer
bedding and pot plants as well.
CRISTATA, OR CRESTED VARIETIES
675. DWARF CRIMSON. Large combs. Pkt,. 5c.
676. VARIKGATA. Crimson and gold. Pkt., 5c.
677. »TAPONICA. Ruffled scarlet combs. Pkt., 5c.
678. GLASGOW PRIZE. Immense crimson. Pkt., 5c.
680. QUEEN of the DWARFS. Only 8 inches high;
combs often 10 inches across: dark scarlet. Pkt., 10c.
681. EMPRESS. Mammoth bright combs; bronze
foliage. Pkt., 10c.
679. CRISTATA. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
CENTAUREA
Blue Bottle or Com Flower
687. C. Imperialis. Grand improvement over the old
Sweet Sultan, long-stemmed blossoms 8 to 4 inches across, of
graceful, airy effect, and deliciously fragrant. Colors: white,
pink, red, blue, lilac and purple; fine for cutting. Pkt., 10c.
688. BLUE. Per pkt., 5c.
689. WHITE ( AlbaPura ). Pkt., 5c.
690. DWARF VICTORIA. Very dwarf, beautiful for
borders. Per pkt,, 5c.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Single Annual Varieties.
8ummer blooming annuals, growing 12 to 18 inches high,
very floriferous and effective for beds or cut blooms.
704. Selected Mixed Varieties. Comprising a full
assortment of single and double varieties with the richest
variety of colors, rich crimson, golden yellow, striped and
mottled. Pkt., 5c.
705. C. “Golden Wheel.** This striking novelty is a
very free-blooming annual. The flowers assume a peculiar
form, the quill-shaped golden yellow petals standing out all
around the purple disk in the centre, like the spokes of a
wheel. Very desirable for cutting, lasting a long time.
Pkt., 10c.
706. C. “ Evening Star.” These pure golden yellow
flowers are often 3 to 4 inches across, and, after cutting,
last a long time in water. They are very beautiful and make
a valuable addition to our list of choice annuals for cut
flowers. Pkt., 10c.
708. C. MAXIMUM. A grand addition to our collec¬
tion of choice hardv perennials. Its beautiful snow-white
flowers are produced in great abundance the whole season,
and as cut flowers they are unexcelled in lasting qualities.
Pkt.. 5c.
PINK PLUME CELOSIA
(Celosia Spicaia)
671. The flowers of this charming Celosia open of a
fresh bright rose tint and the lower involucres change grad¬
ually to a silvery white, thus presenting to the eye a most
charming combination of color. The elegant long-9temmed
flowers preserve
their beauty even
in u n fa vo r a b le
weather, and fur¬
nish quite an excel¬
lent material for
making up bou¬
quets, etc. In addi¬
tion to this they
are very suitable
for drying, and as
the plant blooms
for a very long
period, it is equally
valuable both for
the open border
and for culture in
pots. Per pkt , 15c.
682. O S -
TRICH FEATH¬
ER. This new
Feathered Celosia
produces very large
plumes, which are
exquisitely curved
ana curled in ex¬
act resemblance to
an ostrich feather.
Pkt., 10c.
CENTAUREA
(Dusty MiUer)
Exten9 i ve ly
used for margins,
beds and vases.
Half-hardy peren¬
nial.
685. Candi-
dissima. Attrac¬
tive, silvery, cut
leaves; 1 ft. Pkt.,
10c.
686. Gyinnooarpa.
leaves; 1% ft. Pkt., 10c.
OSTRICH FEATHER CELOSIA.
Graceful, finely cut, silvery gray
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
71
CINERARIA
Magnificent and indispensable flowering plants for spring
decoration for the conservatory or window garden. The
flowers measure 2 to 3 inches across, are of white, blue, violet
and crimson shades, covering the plant with a sheet of bloom.
CINERARIA ENGLISH PRIZE.
742. This prize strain has received the highest awards at
the largest shows in England, and is unrivaled both in vari¬
ety of color and marking and size and quality of bloom.
Blooms measure 2% to 2% inches in diameter. Pkt., 35c.
740. Maritiina Candidissima ( Dusty Miller). Pkt., 5c.
741. Acanthifolia (Dusty Miller). Pkt., 5c.
CLARKIA
Charming annuals for flower beds, with colors, white,
rose red, purple, etc., borne in profusion during the summer.
761. Elegans (Pwyle King). Pkt., 5c.
760. Single Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
762. Double Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
CLEMATIS
Hardy Perennial Climbers
780. Jackman’s Large Flowering Hybrids. Pkt.,
10c.
781. Coccinea Scarlet. Tubular flowers. Pkt., 10c.
783. Flainniula. White, sweet scented. Pkt., 5c.
784. Paniculate. One of the finest; fine white flowers ;
strong grower; very hardy. Pkt., 10c.
CLEOME PUNGENS
(Giant Spider Plant)
800. A showy rose-colored annual, whose stamens resem¬
ble spiders’ legs. Very
effective planted among
shrubbery. Height, 3
feet. Pkt., 5c.
COB/EA
840. Scandens. A
beautiful rapid-growing
climber, with handsome
foliage and large bell¬
shaped flowers, green at
first, changing to beauti¬
ful deep violet blue. Half
hardy perennial; 20
to 30 ft. Pkt., 10c.; 3
pkts., 25c.
CROTALARIA
RETUSA
(West India Rattle Box)
938. This is a low-
growing, profuse ly
branching plant, every
branch and branch let
ending in racemes 6 to 10
inches long, of beautiful,
large, sweet - pea - like
flowers. These flowers
cobaea scandens. are of thick substance,
fragrant, and in color golden yellow, except the keel in the
centre, which looks like brown velvet, and are followed by
clusters of short, smooth pods, in which, when shaken, the
seeds sound like a child’s rattle, hence its common name.
Pkt., 5c.
COREOPSIS
Very showy, free-
flowering plants, natives
of this country ; fine for
borders and beds ; easily
cultivated. Hardy an¬
nuals.
560. C. Druramon-
di. Yellow, with a circle
of rich crimson brown ;
1 ft. Pkt., 5c.
561. C. Atronan-
guinea. Dark crimson ;
2 ft. Pkt., 5c.
562. C. Mixed. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 20c.
563. Coreopsis
Lanoeolata. The flow¬
ers of this charming new
hardy perennial are borne
on long stems and are of
a lovely bright golden-
yellow color. Pkt.. 10c.
564. Calliopsis
Golden Wave. Pkt.,
5c.; oz., 20c.
COSMOS
932. Mam¬
moth Perfec¬
tion. Very large
flowering; petals
deeply ribbed
and of splendid
substance; mixed
colors. Pkt., 10c.
931. Pearl.
Beautiful snow
white. Pkt., 5c.
930. Cosmos
Hybrids. Mixed
sorts. Pkt., 5c.
934. Dawn.
New early
blooming. Comes
into flower in
July, and contin¬
ues a mass of
bloom until cut
by frost. Price,
per pkt., 10c.
OOREOP8I8.
NEW EARLY BLOOMING COSMOS, “DAWN.”
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGANTEUM
Grown by a specialist, who has received the highest
awards at the largest English shows, and is unquestionably
the finest strain of Giant Cyclamen obtainable.
PER PKT.
962. Crimson Queen. Rich deep maroon red 80 25
963. Dixon Hartland. Pure white, claret base . . 25
964. Duke of Connaught. A superb cherry color . . 25
965. White Swan. The finest white Cyclamen in culti¬
vation . . . . 25
966. Rosv Morn. Bright rose with claret base. 25
961. Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum, mixed. 25
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGANTEUM.
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JOHNSON SEED CO 31 P ANY
CYPRESS VINE
A summer climbing
annualwith fine feathery
foliage and pretty star¬
shaped flowers.
980. Crimson.I’kt.,6c.;
oz., 25c.
981. White. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 25c.
982. Mixed sorts.
Pkt , 5c.; oz., 25c.
983. Scarlet, Ivy
Leaved. Pkt., 5c.; oz.,
25c.
DAHLIA
Although perennials,
these flower freely the
same season from seed, if
sown early.
1000. CliolceDouble
Varieties. Mixed. Pkt.,
10c.
1001. Choice Single
Varieties. Mixed. Pkt.,
5c
1002. Cactus Dah¬
lia. Mixed. These
cyprr&s vine. double dahlias have
their jjetals quilled and
curved loosely and gracefully. Pkt., 10c.
DAISY ( Bell is Perennis )
Well-known favorites; admirably adapted for edgings,
borders and low beds, and also well suited for growing in
pots. Although perennials, they will flower the same season
if the seed is sown early in the house, though it is preferable
to sow it in the fall, and winter the plants over in cold frames;
% foot. ( See cut.)
1020. Double. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
1022. Longfellow. Double pink. Pkt., 10c.
DOUBLE GIANT D4ISY.
1023. Snowball. Double white. Pkt., 10c.
1024. New Giant Double Mixed. Beautiful imbri¬
cated flowers ; 1 y 2 to 2 inches in diameter. Pkt., 10c.
DELPHINIUM MIXED HYBRIDS.
DATURA
Strong growing orna¬
mental annuals, with very
large, showy flowers; 2 to 3
feet high.
1043. Cornucopi a
{Horn of Plenty). A grand
variety ; immense t rum pet-
shaped flowers with three
cones or funnels, one with¬
in the other; French white
on inside, marbled w i t h
royal purple on the out¬
side. Pkt., 10c.
No. 1014. New Golden
Queen. A magnificent
plant for open ground, with
most brilliant golden-yel¬
low flowers of enormous
size, many of them 10
inches long! Pkt., 10c.
DELPHINIUM
(or PerenniaLa rkspu r)
Handsome and hardy
perennials, with splendid
flowers, very showy and in¬
dispensable for hardy beds
or borders.
1060. D. Formosum. Brilliant blue with a white cen¬
tre. Pkt., 5c.
1067. D. Cliinensis. A distinct and neat variety, grow¬
ing about 18 inches high, with fine feathery foliage and pro¬
ducing freely spikes of large blossoms varying in color
through all the delicate shades of blue. Pkt., 5c.
1064. D. Finest Mixed Hybrids. Pkt., 5c.
DIANTHUS OR PINKS
The family of “Pinks” is unrivaled for brilliancy and
rich variety of color; blooming profusely until late in the
autumn, rendering them one of the most satisfactory of all
our annuals for garden decoration. Height about 1 foot.
DOUBLE AN N UAL VARIETIES
1080. D. Chinensis, FI. PI. {China Pink.) Large,
double, fragrant flowers ; mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c.
1081. Heddewigii Diadematis, FI. PI.’ {Double Dia¬
dem Japan Pink.) Densely double flowers, 3 inches in diame¬
ter; beautiful tints of crimson, lilac, purple; outer edges
fringed with white ; 6 inch. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 75c.
1084. D. Itnperialis. Double imperial pink. Pkt.. 5c •
oz., 40c.
1085. 1). Laciniatus, FI. PI. {Double Fringed Japan
Pink.) Large, double, showy flowers, with fringed edges;
various colors and beautifully striped. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 50c.
1092. Mourning Cloak. Rich blackish velvety crim-
j son. margined with pure white. Pkt., 5c.
"ROYAL PINK.” (Dianthus Heddewigii Nobilis)
No. 1095. The flowers are very large and the petals are
frilled and fringed. The colors are of a deep yet very bright
blood red, then shade to carmine and pink and even white.
[ Per pkt., 10c.
“STAR PINK.” tDianthusSiellaris)
No. 1096. This novelty represents a new class of the
j Chinese Pink. Each single flower has the form of a 5 or 6
rayed star, hence the name “Star Pink.” They bloom
continuously from June to October with a matchless display
| of color and variety of markings. Pkt., 10c.
"SALMON QUEEN”
No. 1097. Beautiful double annual pink, with finely
. fringed flowers of a fiery salmon red, turning to a charming
' salmon pink as they get older. Plants bloom profusely
throughout the whole season. Pkt., 10c.
DIANTHUS “NEW HYBRIDS.” Pkt., 10c.
SINGLE ANNUAL VARIETIES
10&4. Dianthus Lacinialus Nanus “ New Hybrids.'*
This is a grand new strain of the annual Pinks, with lacini-
ated or fringed petals. The flowers vary in shade from white
to deep rose ana even to purplish red, are all tinged more or
le«4 with bright, salmony red or salmony scarlet. The
plants grow only about 10 inches high, and are remarkable
lor their free flowering character. Price, lfc. per pkt.
1086. Crimson Belle. Magnificent large, single fringed
flowers of lustrous velvety crimson. Pkt., 5c.
1087. Eastern Queen. Immense single flowers, beauti¬
fully fringed, marbled and suffused with carmine, rose,
mauve and lilac. Pkt., 5c.
1088. Snowflake. Snow-white ; exquisitely fringed.
Pkt., 5c.
1089. Laciniatus, Mixed Colors. Single fringed.
Pkt.. 5c.; oz., 40c.
1090. Heddewigii, Mixed Colors. Single Japan
Pinks. A magnificent strain, the flowers averaging 2 to 3
inches across, of many exquisite colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 40c.
1093. Salmon Queen. A new variety, of a most bril
liant salmon color. Pkt., 10c.
HARDY PERENNIAL VARIETIES
1082. Dianthus Plumarius {Pheasant Eye). A beauti¬
ful. single, hardy pink, with fringed-edged white flowers,
with a dark centre. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
1083. Plumarius, FI. 1*1. Double and semi-double
varieties in beautiful colors. Pkt., 10c.
1091. Fine Garden, or Clove-scented Pinks (7/or-
tensi* Varieties). Beautiful double mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.
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CHOICE FLOWER SEED S
DIGITALIS OR
FOXGLOVE
Beautiful, hardy per¬
ennials of easy culture.
Long: spikes of showy
flowers, many beauti¬
fully spotted; height, 3 to
6 feet.
1120. Mixed Colors.
Pkt., 6c.
1121. Gloxiniee
Flora. Gloxinia-shaped
flowers, a lovely type.
Pkt., 5c.
DOLICHOS-
PURPLE
SOUDAN
No. 1125. Avery
curious and highly deco¬
rative climber. The
twining stems are of an
intense purple color,
and the beautiful sweet-
pea-like flowers are pro¬
duced during the entire
summer. They are white
. foxglove. and rose in color con¬
trasting strikingly with
the dark foliage. Following the flowers there come beautiful,
glossy, dark-red seed pods. These are very freely produced,
and are a great ornament to the plant. Useful for covering
porches, trellises, etc. Pkt., 6c.
i
EDELWEISS.
THE GENUINE EDELWEISS
or Sunflower of Switzerland
No. 1190. There i*s a world of poetry connected with this
charming flower, to obtain which many travelers have sacri¬
ficed their lives. It blooms right through the snow, and
when cut lasts for years. The flowers are rare and beauti¬
ful, as white as snow and as soft as velvet, growing some¬
times 30 on one plant, with gravish-white foliage in spread¬
ing rosette. Naturally as hardy as a rock, they grow in any
wav, on sandy moist soil, gritty and well drained, or on
raised rockwork, and even as a border plant, in chalky open
soil. Lasting for years in beauty, it will certainly prove a
wonderful attraction. Price, per pkt., 20c.
ESCHSCHOLTZIA
or California Poppies
A beautiful annual of easy culture. Bloom soon after
spring-sown seed and continue until late in the autumn.
Height, 1 foot.
1180. Californio*. Yellow and Orange. Pkt., 6c.
1181. Kose Cardinal. Rich rosy purple. Pkt., 5c.
1182. Single Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c,
1184. Double Mixed'. All colors. Pkt., 5c.
EVENING PRIMROSE
( Oenothera)
2260. Delicate pale yellow flowers. Pkt., 5c.
EVERLASTING FLOWERS
These are very popular and desirable for winter decora¬
tions, bouquets, wreaths, etc They should be cut when they
come into full bloom, tied into bunches ana dried in the
6hade, with their heads downward.
1240. Acroclinium Roseuin, FI. PI. Bright rose,
double. Pkt., 5c.
1241. Ammobium Alatum Grandiflorum. A lead¬
ing everlasting flowers very large and pure white color.
Pkt., 5c.
EVERLASTING FLOWERS (Continued)
1242. Gotnphrena Mixed (Bachelor's Buttons). Pur©
white, crimson, orange and variegated colors. Pkt., 5c.
1243. Helipterum Humboldianuin ( Sai\fonii). Large
Clusters of bright golden yellow flowers. Pkt., 5c.
1244. Helichrysuin, Finest Mixed. Large, beautiful,
very double, white, yellow, scarlet. Pkt., 5c.
1215. Rhodanthe, Finest Mixed. Very rich colors of
rose, crimson, purple, carmine and white. Pkt.. 5c.
1246. Xeranthemum. Leaves silvery, brilliant color*
Of purple, rose and white flowers ; 2 ft. Pkt., 5c.
GAILLARDIAS.
GAILLARDIA
Beautiful annuals for the flower garden. Very effective
grown in masses. Large flowers produced from early sum
mer till frost. 1 to 2 feet high.
1300. G. Picta Loren/.iana. Sulphur, golden, bright yel¬
low, orange, claret and amaranth. Pkt., 5c.
1301. G. Picta Grandiflora. Large flowers of rich
crimson and yellow. Pkt., 5c.
1302. Picta Nana (Painted Lady). Showy crimson, bor
dered with yellow. Pkt., 5c.
GERANIUM
Although perennials,
they will produce nice
busny plants and flower
from seed the same sea¬
son.
1320. G. Z on ale.
Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
1321. Apple-
Soented. Very fragrant
Pkt., 10c.
GLOXINIA
Charming green¬
house plants. Flowers of
most exquisite and gor¬
geous colors, beautifully
spotted, mottled and
blendea. Sow in March.
1380. Grandiflora.
Choice mixed sorts. Pkt.,
GODETIA
Exceedingly hand¬
some and showy annu¬
als, of dwarf, compact
growth, about 1 foot
nigh, bearing freely
large flowers 3 to 4
i nches across, of exquis
ite colors and shades
that glisten in the sunlight like satin. (See cut.)
1400. Lady Satin Rose. Crimson, tinged, pale lilac
Pkt., 5c.
1101. BUou. Dwarf, white flowers, with carmine spot
on each petal. Pkt., 5c.
1403. Lady Albemarle. Large crimson rose. Pkt., 5c.
1402. Choice Mixed Varieties. Pkt., 5c.; os., 20c.
GOURDS
Mixed Ornamental. A choice assortment. Pkt., 10.
3 pkts., 25c.
For other varieties of Gourds, see vegetable list page 30.
GRASSES (ORNAMENTAL)
1443. Coix Lachryma (Job's Tears). 2 ft. Pkt.. 5o.
1414. Erianthus Ravenna). Very ornamental; 10 ft.
Pkt., 5c.
1415. Gynerium Argenteuni (Pampas Grass). 10 It.
Pkt 5c
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PURPLE FOUNTAIN
GRASS
(Pcnnisetum
Rueppclianum)
1451. Decidedly the
most ornamental decora¬
tive grass ever intro¬
duced, and will be found
as useful for room, hall
or table decoration as
many a palm. Fine pur¬
ple plumes a foot long.
Pkt , 10c.
GREVILLEA
ROBUSTA
1460. (Silk Oak.)
Beautiful and graceful
fern leaved foliage plant.
Pkt., 10c.
GYPSOPHILA
Dainty free flowering
plants of easy culture.
Fine for mixing in bou¬
quets, giving them an
gypsophila paniculata. airy fairy look that is
charming; 1 feet high.
1480. F.legans. Star-shaped, white and pink flowers.
Pkt., 5c.
1481. Paniculata. Produces numerous panicles of
small, white, handsome flowers ; fine for bouquets. Pkt., 5c.
H ELI ANTHUS
(See Sunflower)
HIBISCUS ( Marsh Mallow)
1540. Afrlcanus. Creamy yellow, with purple centre.
Pkt., 5c.
1541. Palustris. Large pink flowers. Pkt., 5c.
1542. Californicus. Large white carmine centre.
Pkt., 10c.
1543. Sunset. Very large, yellow, fine. Pkt., 10c.
HELIOTROPE.
HELIOTROPE
Deliciously fragrant
flowering plants, 1 to 2
feet high. Favorites for
not culture in winter and
bedding in summer.
1520. Finest Mixed.
Pkt., 5c.
1521. King of the
Blacks. Rich purple.
Pkt., 10c.
1522. Lemolne’i
Giant Hybrids. Im¬
mense clusters; very fra¬
grant. Pkt., 10c.
HOLLYHOCK
Grand summer and
autumn flowering plants.
Old inhabitants of our
garden, but marvelously
improved of late years
both in doubleness and
enlarged size.
Chaters.
1562.
1560.
1561.
1558.
1559.
1563.
Prize Double, Red. Pkt., 10c.
“ “ Pink. Pkt., 10c.
“ •• White. Pkt., 10c.
“ “ Yellow. Pkt., 10c.
“ " Salmon. Pkt., 10c.
“ “ Crimson. Pkt., 10c.
*' “ Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
New Mammoth Flowering “Allegheny Hollyhocks”
1564. The flowers of this new variety are so different
from the old conventional ones that but for the similar habit
of the plant it would not be taken for a Hollyhock.
They are from 4 to 6 inches in diameter, ranging from
semi-double to double, and finely fringed and curled.
The colors are shell pink, rose and ruby red, a shade or
two deeper at the centre, and exquisitely tinted towards the
edge. Price, per pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts., 25c.
Our Fall Catalogue of DUTCH BULBS,
HYACINTHS, NARCISSUS, TULIPS, ETC.,
will be ready SEPTEMBER FIRST. If inter-
ested, send in your name and a copy will be
mailed to you.
HUMULUS JAPONICUS OR JAPANESE
HOP
1620. Very ornamen¬
tal and fast growing an¬
nual climber from Japan.
Pkt., 5c.
1621. H u m u 1 u s
J a p o n i c u h Varie-
gatus. A beautiful vari¬
ety with variegated foli¬
age, resisting heat and
the ravages of insects.
Pkt., 10c.
KENILWORTH
IVY
1780. A very neat
climber, clings to walls
and is a valuable plant
for hanging - baskets,
vases, etc. Pkt., 10c.
LANTANA
1720. Rapid-growing,
constant-blooming, ten¬
der perennial plants for
pot culture in the winter
or garden decoration in
the summer ; clusters of
orange, white, pink, etc.;
mixed colors; 1 to 3 feet.
Pkt., 10c.
HUMULUS OR JAP HOP.
LARKSPUR
Quick-growing, free-flowering annuals.
1065. Dwarf German Kocket. Hyacinth-flowered
Larkspur; mixed. Pkt., 5c.
1063. E m p e r o r
Larkspur. Has beauti¬
ful, long spikes of bril¬
liant dark blue, tricolor
and red striped; double
flowers. Pkt., 5c.
LATHYRUS
Everlasting or
Hardy Sweet Peas.
Hardy climbers, grow¬
ing 6 to 8 feet high u hen
trained on a trellis. The
flowers are borne in large
clusters; but have no fra¬
grance, a lieautiful plant.
1740. Lat ifolius
Red. A handsome free-
flowering plant; useful
for covering trellises, old
stumps, fen ces, eto.
Flower s a beautiful
scarlet. Pkt., 10c.
1741. Lat ifolius
Albus. Large clusters
of pure white ; grand,
hardv, low climber.
Pkt., 10c.
1742. Spleinlens.
A fine novelty from
California, bearing dense
clusters of brilliant deep
rose flowers. Pkt., 10c.
LARKSPUR.
No. 1743. Pink Beauty. We have here an entirely new
variety, the color of which is a delicately shaded pink on the
standard, the lacing on the edge being paler than the
centre; the wings are deeper pink, of a very rich shade,
giving it a very striking appearance. Price, pkt., 5c.; per
oz., 20c.
No. 1744. Everlasfc-
ing Pea — Crimson.
Pkt., 5c.
LOBELIA (Compacta
Varieties)
Compact plants, 4 to 6
inches high, forming
little mounds of bloom.
1840. Crystal Pal¬
ace. Rich blue. Pkt., 10c.
1845. Mixed Com¬
pacta Varieties. Pkt.,
6c.
Erinus, or Trailing
Varieties.
Useful for vases or
hanging baskets or
rockeries.
1844. Mixed. Trail¬
ing Varieties. Pkt., 5c.
LOBELIA.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
75
very
5c.
very
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM
2000. M. Crystallinum ( Ice Plant). Flowers white,
with ice-like foliage. Pkt., 5c.
MIGNONETTE ( Reseda )
This deliciously fragrant annual is a favorite with all. It
does best in a cool situation.
2020. Sweet Scented. Oz., 10c.; pkt., 5c.
2022. Golden Queen. Golden yellow. Pkt., 5c.
2024. Machet. Very compact; fine for pot culture ; red.
Oz., 60c.; pkt., 10.
2025. Gabrielle. Large spikes of red flowers
fragrant; fine for pot culture. Pkt., 10c.
2026 Miles’Hybrid Spiral. Pure white. Pkt.,
2027. Giant White Spiral. Oz., 25c.; pkt., 5c.
2028. Red Victoria. Dwarf branching habit
sweet, red flowers. Pkt., 10c.
2029. Allen’s Defi¬
ance. Immense spikes,
12 to 15 inches long ; very
fragrant. Pkt., 10c.
MIMULUS
{Monkey Floiver)
Admirable for pot
plants ; colors and mark¬
ings of the (lowers are
very rich and beautiful.
Annuals of low spreading
growth.
2060 . Mogchatug.
{Musk Plant.) Beautiful
yellow' flowers. Pkt., 5c.
MOMORDICA
BALSA MINA
2090. {Balsam Apple.)
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
MOMORDICA
CHARANTIA
2091. ( Balsa m Pear. )
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c. mignonette.
IMPERIAL JAPANESE MORNING
GLORIES
925. The surpassing charm of these Imperial .Japanese
Morning Glories lies in the entrancing beauty and gigantic
size of tne flowers; they measure from four to six inches
across. The colors of the flowers, shadings and markings are
limitless. Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts., 25c
920. Tricolor Roseus. Rose color, with white centre
and bands of golden yellow. Pkt., 5c.
921. Major, Mixed. Common Morning Glory. Oz., L5c.;
pkt., 5c.
DWARF MORNING GLORIES
922. Mauritanicus. Trailing plant for baskets; blue.
Pkt 10c.
924. Minor, Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
MYOSOTIS {Forget-Me-Nots)
The popular 41 Forget-Me-Nots.” Bushy plants, 6 to 10
inches high, bearing clusters of lovely small flowers. They
are perennials and hardy enough to remain in the open
ground excepting in very cold latitudes, where they should
be well protected; but they are generally sown in the fall and
wintered over in cold frames, when they will flower early in
the spring; if sown early in the house, they will flower the
first season.
2100. Palustris. The true Forget-Me-Not; beautiful
blue. Pkt., 5c.
2102. Dissitifiora. Large, blue flowers, compact and
very early. Pkt., 10c.
ALPESTRIS VARIETIES
2103. Victoria. Of bushy habit; large, bright azure
blue flowers; very fine. Pkt., 10c.
PER PKT.
2101. Pure white . $0 05
2104. Alj>estris, blue . 05
2107. “ mixed. 05
2105. “ rose. 05
“ OBELISK” VARIETIES
These are an upright, pillar form, 10 to 12 inches high
and very fioriferous. per pkt.
2108. Obelisk, blue.80 10
2109. “ pink. 10
2110. “ white. 10
LYCHNIS
1900. Chalcedonica. The old garden favorite; very
hardy, brilliant scarlet flower; deserves a place in every
garden. Pkt., 5c.
MARIGOLD
Well-known annuals, very free flowering and of easy
culture. The African varieties have large yellow or orange-
colored flowers, and are adapted to large beds. The French
are dw’arfer in growth, with beautiful striped flowers, and are
better suited to pot culture.
AFRICAN VARIETIES
1941. ELDORADO. Flowers 3 to 4 inches in diame¬
ter, perfectly and extremely double. Every shade. Pkt., 5e.
1943. LARGE AFRICAN. Very large; orange, brown
and yellow. Oz., 15c.; pkt., 5c.
FRENCH VARIE¬
TIES
1940. GOLD
STRIPED. Double
dwarf, brownish red,
striped golden yellow.
Pkt
1942. DWARF
FRENCH MIXED.
Oz., 15c.; pkt., 5c.
1 9 4 4. LITTLE
BROWNIE ( Legion
d' Honneur). Charming,
compact little bushes.
Flowers single, golden
yellow, with large spot
of crimson velvet. Pkt.,
10c
1939. GOLD RING.
This charming variety is
a fine match to the old
“Legion of Honor” in
growth, height and free
marigold. flowering. In color it is
a dark velvety brown,
each petal gracefully surrounded with a distinct gold ring.
The compact, bushy plant blooms with a richness and con¬
stancy that is surprising. Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts., 25c.
MOON FLOWER [Ipomcta Grandiflora Noctiflora.)
1664. The White-seeded Moonflower. No one who
has a trellis or arbor to cover should neglect to plant The
Moonflower — the most rapid-growing of all annual climbing
vines. The vines are literally covered with thousands of
immense, pure white, fragrant’ flowers, opening in the even¬
ing and remaining open until noon the following day, and if
cloudy, all day, many of them measuring over seven wches
across. Planted in rich ground, in a sunny situation, and
given plenty of water, the vines attain a height of seventy-
five feet. Pkt., 10c.
Plants of above, 10c. each (by mail, 15c.).
MARVELOF PERU {Mirabilis)
{Four-o' clocks)
The Marvel of Peru, or Four-o’cloeks, is a rretty, free-
flowering annual of easy culture, that grows ana flowers in
almost any location.
1960. Mixed Choice Colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.
1961. White Tom Thumb. Only growing 10 inches
high. Snow-white flowers. Pkt., 5c.
IMPERIAL JAPANESE MORNING GLORY.
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NASTURTIUMS
A marvellous range of new
colors has been developed in
this favorite flower, which is
in constant bloom throughout
the season, and if these are
kept well picked so that the
plant cannot produce seed
they will continue to flower
until frost. No other annual
flower seed will produce such
a lavish profusion of bloom for
so long a time and with the
same small outlay of care and
attention.
Thin, poor soil, if possible,
disintegrated rock is the best
soil, as this produces the maxi¬
mum of bloom. Soils in which
manure has been used heavily
causes the plants to produce a
heavy growth of leaves at the
expense of blossoms. They are
also in such soils apt to rot off
in wet weather, especially if
the plants have been left stand¬
ing close to one another.
You cannot have too many
Nasturtiums. Plant them
along fences, hedges or wher¬
ever it is desired to have a
bunch of bright color.
DWARF NASTURTIUMS.
DWARF OR TOM THUMB NASTURTIUMS
These have a neat compact habit and attractive foliage,
are not disturbed by insects, bloom in two months from seed,
and mo9t profusely till frost.
PKT. PER OZ.
2146. Aurora. Yellow, veined.SO 05 SO 10
2121. Beauty. Yellow and scarlet ... 5 10
2132. Chameleon. Splashed with crimson,
bronze and yellow . 5 15
2133. Cmruleo-roaeum. Bluish rose . . 5 10
2122. Crimson. 5 15
2134. Crystal Palace Gem. Yellow and
carmine. 5 10
2143. Empress of India. Deep crimson ;
fine dark foliage. 5 15
2123. Golden Cloth. Golden yellow
leaves, scarlet flowers. 5 15
2135. Golden King. Golden yellow ... 5 10
2136. King of Tom Thumbs. Scarlet . . 5 15
2144. King Theodore. Black, velvety . . 5 10
2145. Lady Bird. Yellow and red . 5 15
2130. Prince Henry. Light yellow, mar¬
bled scarlet . 5 15
2124. Hose . 5 10
2125. Ruby King. Dark red. 5 15
2126. Spotted . . ... . 5 10
2142. White or Pearl. 5 10
2141. Yellow. 5 10
2147. Mixed. 5 10
Johnson’s Choice Dwarf, Mixed,
Per lb., 25 per lb., 75
TALL, OR CLIMBING NASTURTIUMS
(Tropxolum majus)
Besides their ordinary garden use for trailing over fences,
trellises, stone walls, etc., these can also be grown as pot-
plants for winter flowering, as screens, or as trailers for hang¬
ing baskets and vases.
PKT. per oz.
2127. Jupiter. New giant-flowered; beau¬
tiful golden yellow . SO 05 SO 20
2128. Chameleon. Various. 5 15
2129. Dark Crimson . 5 10
2160. Edward Otto. Brownish lilac . . 5 15
2137. Hemisphiericum. Orange .... 5 10
2161. Heinemanni. Chocolate. 5 10
2180. King Theodore. Black. 5 10
2154. Orange . 5 10
2162. Pearl. Whitish. 6 10
2138. Hegelian ii m. Purplish violet... 5 10
2139. Moltke. Bluish rose. 5 10
21M. Rose. 5 10
PKT. PER OZ.
2155. Scarlet. 80 05 $0 10
2164. Scheueriauum. Spotted. 5 10
2165. Schillingi. Yellow, spotted .... 5 10
2166. Schulzi. Darkest leaved. 5 10
2167. Striped. 5 10
2168. Yellow ... 5 10
2169. Vesuvius. Salmon; dark leaved . . 5 10
2156. Mixed 5 10
Johnnou’s Choice Tall, Mixed,
Per % lb.. 20 per lb., 60
LOBB’S NASTURTIUMS
(Tropceolum Lobbianum, etc.)
TROPiEOLUM LOBBIANUM. This class is remark
able for the intensely brilliant colors of its flowers, which are
a trifle smaller than’those of other sorts. In moderately rich
soil they climb high and bloom brilliantly. Average height,
6 feet.
2170.
Ivy-Leaved. A fine new strain with
dark green ivy-like leaves and beau¬
tiful laeiniated deep-scarlet flowers,
PKT.
SO 05
PER OZ.
SO 35
2148.
Ahu Gray. Yellowish white ....
5
15
2172.
Fulgens. Dark scarlet ....
5
15
2173.
Marguerite. Pale yellow, flushed
blood-red .
5
15
2174.
Lucifer. Very dark scarlet . .
5
15
2175.
Crown Prince of Prussia. Blood-
red . ...
5
15
2159.
Giant of Battles. Sulphur and red,
5
16
2176.
Primrose. Cream,with brown si>ot8,
5
15
2177.
Crystal Palace. Scarlet.
5
15
2151.
Spitfire. Brilliant, scarlet.
5
15
2178.
Lilli Schmidt. Scarlet.
5
15
2179.
Lilliput, Mixed.
&
15
2152.
Finest Mixture.
5
15
2157.
Madame Gunter Hybrids. A
' French strain noted for wide range
of fine colors.
5
20
One of our customers writes of our NASTUR¬
TIUMS: “ Your collection of Nasturtiums is the
finest we have ever grown. They bloom profusely
from early summer until fall and make our gar¬
den gorgeous with bright coloring. The foliage
is remarkably beautiful.” Above illustration is a
photograph taken from a bunch from this particular
garden.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
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PANSIES — The Favorite Flower
NEW GIANT PANSY, “ HEBO."
SPECIAL OFFER
FIVE GRAND NEW PANSIES, 75c.
NEW GIANT PANSY “HERO”
2313, No more beautiful pansy has ever been introduced
than “Hero.” It is a very large, ivell shaped flower, of great
substance; has beautiful regularly crimpled and curled edges,
as shown in the illustration. Its color is an exquisite deep
blue, shading to white on the upper petals. Price, pkt., 20c.
GIANT MME. PERRET
2309. A new French strain of pansies particularly rich in
shades of red, but of the largest size and borne erect on long
Btems. Price, pkt., 20c.
PANSY GIANT “ PRETIOSA”
2312. This flower is similar to the new “Masterpiece”
Pansv introduced two years ago, and has the same frilled
edges, but it is of the true giant five-spotted sort. Kach petal
marked with a large blotch of deep violet on a ground color
of brilliant crimson rose, and each petal margined with a
pure white edge. Price, pkt., 20c.
PANSY GIANT “ INDIGO KING”
2310. The brightest blue pansy ever offered. The old
variety, " Emperor William," looks a dull color when com¬
pared with this grand new sort. Price, pkt., 20c.
PANSY PRINCE HENRY
2311. A new giant variety of vigorous habit, the flowers
often attaining inches across, of a brilliant dark indigo
with velvet lustre, each petal having a large black-brown
veined blotch, like the Bugnot race, with slightly undulated
edges. Price, pkt., 20c.
GIANT NOVELTY PANSY COLLECTION
Price, one packet each of the above five choice new
varieties, 75c.
JOHNSON’S KINGLY
COLLECTION OF
PRIZE-WINNER PANSIES
2299. This superb strain cannot be sur
passed for size, texture, shape, markings or
rich ness of coloring of the flowers. It embraces
all of the solid or self-colored varieties,
the 5-snotted on backgrounds of every color
the white-edged or bordered flowers of various
colors, each with a distinct rim around each
petal, also the light marbled varieties. Some
have flowers with clear distinct eyes. Others
are striped flowers of great beauty. Others
still are veined, blotched and mottled in end¬
less markings and colors. No pains are spared
in making this strain absolutely perfect in
form, firmness of texture, size and freedom of
bloom, and it can be purchased with every
confidence that it will produce the very finest
results obtainable from this popular flower.
Price, pkt., 25c.; % oz., $1.00; 02 ., $5.00.
WHAT IS SAID OF THE ABOVE
COLLECTION
G. Fleischer, Pueblo, Colorado, writes us
as follows:
11 1 know you have the finest Pansies, be-
cause I had them l>efore, and beat everyone
in Colorado with your strain.”
2281. Bucnot’s Large Stained. Thi*
is a celebrated French strain in which each
petal is blotched, either 3 or 5-spotted, with
the color radiating on the margin of the
petals. Price, pkt., 20c.; % oz., 75c.
2294. Cassier’s Five Blotched. These
are round flowers of great substance and size
all either 3 or 5-spotted, and arc very striking
and beautiful. Price, pkt., 20c.; %oz.. 75c.
2278. Masterpiece. Thechief peculiarity
of this grand new Pansy is that the border or
edge of each petal is frilled and curled. The
flowers are large, borne very freely well above
the plant. Price, pkt., 15c.; 2pkts., 25c.
2279. Oclier Blotched. Rich colors
Pkt., 10c.
2276. English Show Mixture. Pkt., 10c. pkt.
2308. Azure blue, very fine ... .$0 05
2261. Belgian Striped 10
2286. Black . . Pkt, $0 05 2306. Mahogany ... 5
2274. Bronze . . 5 2297. White. 5
2303. Blue ...” 5 2298. Yellow .... 6
2262. Emperor Frederick (New), dark red. 10
2275. Emperor William, ultramarine blue . 1C
2277. Fire Dragon, fiery orange and bronze. 10
2288. Giant White. Pkt , $0 10 2291. Giant Black . . 10
2289. Giant Yellow, ” 10 2290. Giant Azure Blue 10
2263. Giant Black-Blue. 10 2292. Giant Striped . . 10
2309. Madame Perret (grown by Lueien Perret, the in¬
troducer), a magnificent giant strain of rare
excellence,very early,vigorous and rich com¬
bination of colors . . 20
2282. Improved Giant Trimardeau, mixed. 10
2278. Lord Beaconsfiekl, deep purple violet. 10
2264. Meteor (New), bright brown. 10
2265. Peacock, ultramarine blue,deep claret and white, 10
2283. Prince Bismarck, beautiful golden bronze ... 10
2284. Quadricolor, or Pheasant’s Eye (Rainbow) ... 10
2266. Red Victoria (New), very fine. 10
2285. Snow Queen, satiny white. 10
2287. Striped and Mottled, large flowered. 10
2301. Fine German, mixed. 5
HOW TO GROW THIS POPULAR FLOWER
For very early outdoor bedding, Pansy seed should be
sown in the fall, in a cold frame, or in rich, moist garden
l>eds, from which the plants can be transferred to a cold
frame, setting them 2 or 3 inches apart each way, before
severe winter weather begins. In soring three-fourths of
them can l>e lifted out for bedding and the rest left to bloom
in the frame. For winter bloom in a frame, set the plants
about twice as far apart, and thin out half of them in spring.
! Cover the blooming plants with sashes, adding a covering of
; matting or straw in very cold weather. In mild weather
; remove the mats and tilt the sashes to admit light, heat and
fresh air. Spring sowings should be made early, so as to
secure good flowers during the early rains. Seed sown in a
cool, moist place in June and July, and well tended, will give
goo i flowering plants for fall. Through summer heat the
flowers are finer in a somewhat shaded place, but in almost
any situation good Pansy seed will give fine flowers in spring
and fall. Early fall sowings, made, in a cold frame, with a
southern exposure, give the finest flowers.
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Petunia
>or outdoor decoration or house culture few plants equal
the Petunia in effectiveness. They commence flowering
early and continue a sheet of bloom throughout the whole
season until killed by frost; easily cultivated, requiring only
a rich soil and a suniiy position.
r
PETUNIA—NEW STAR.
NEW STAR PETUNIAS
2344. These ^ )eau ^ful Petunias have large, intensely
colored flowers from the centre of each of which start the
points of a five-rayed star, which broadens half wav up. nar-
rowing to a point at the margin of the flower. The star is a
light bluish pink, deepening in color as it reaches the margin
finally blending into the dark, crimson-maroon ground color
m the flower. Very prolific bloomers, excellent for bedding
Price, pkt.. 10c.: 3 pkfc., 25c.
SINGLE PETUNIAS (For Bedding)
u 234 ,?’ Dwft r f Inimitable. Dwarf plants, 6 to 8 inches
high, flowers cherry red, with a white centre; splendid for
edgings, massing, etc. Pkt., 10c.
2*11. Striped and Blotched. Extra strain. Pkt., 5c.
2342. Alba. White; suitable for cemetery. Pkt.'5c.
2343. Choice Single Mixed. 14 oz.. 20c.; pkt., 5e.
2354. ‘‘Snowball.” A new very dwarf Petunia. Its
well shaped, beautiful satiny white flowers cover the whole
plant with one mass of bloom. Admirably adapted for bed¬
ding or pot culture. Price, pkt. , 10c.
SINGLE LARGE FLOWERING PETUNIAS
2345. Grandiflora Venosa. Large flowering, finest
shade of color, beautifully veined. Pkt., 10c.
2346. Grandiflora Fimbriata. A fine strain, with
handsomely frilled and fringed flowers. Pkt., 20o.
2347. Yellow Throated. The flowers are very large
and of perfect form, with a broad, deep yellow throat
Pkt., 20c.
2348. “ Giants of California.” A California strain of
incomparable beauty, size and luxuriance. The flowers are
exquisitely ruffled or fringed on the edges, and are enormous.
(See illustration above.) Pkt., 20c.
NEW GIANT FRINGED BLUE PETUNIA
( Petunia hybrida grandiflora fimbriata eoerulca.)
2349. An enormously large, deeplv cut and finely fringed
Petunia of an exquisitely delicate steel-blue color, beauti¬
fully veined. Free flowering and very desirable in every
way. Price, pkt., 15c.
PHLOX DRUMMONDI.
Phlox Dpammondi
For beds and massing nothing can surpass these beauti¬
ful annuals. They produce immense trusses of large, brilliant
flowers of numberless hues throughout the summer. Hardy
annual; 1)4 feet.
2360. Phlox Drummnndi, Mixed Colors. Pkt. 5c.;
OX., 50c.
2371. I.arge Flowering, Mixed, Pkt., 10c.; oz., 75c.
2376. New Dwarf Large Flowering, Mixed. Splen¬
did for pot culture and ribbon bedding. Pkt., 10c.
2367. Star of (Juedllnbnrg. The flowers of this strik¬
ing novelty have a most distinct and star-like appearance.
Pkt., !0c.; 3 pkts., 25c.
2366. Hardy Perennial Phlox. Fine mixed varieties.
Pkt., 10c.
POPPIES—SINGLE ANNUAL VARIETIES
2379. D a n e b r o g.
Very showy variety;
large single floweis of
brilliant scarlet, with a
silvery white spot on
each petal, thus forming
a white cross. Pkt.,5c.
2380. Cmbrosuin.
Richest vermilion, with
adeepshining black spot
on each petal, thus form¬
ing a black cross. Pkt. ,5c.
2383. Shirley. These
charming Poppies range
in color, extending from
pure white through the
most delicate shades of
pale pink, rose and ear-
mine to deepest crimson.
Pkt., 5c,
2388. Tulip Poppy
(Pa/mver glaucum). The
plants grow about 14
inches high and produce
from 50 to 60 large flowers
of dazzling scarlet.
I’kt., 10 c.
2389. Fire Dragon.
Flowers of brilliant deep
scarlet, with black spots
margined white; 2 to 2% single poppy.
feet, Pkt., 5c.
2385. The Bride. A beautiful variety, with very large,
pure white, perfectly formed flowers. If cut when'barely
expanded and put in water, tliev will last a long time.
Pkt., 10c.
2391. Single Mixed. Annual sorts. Pkt., 5c.
DOUBLE ANNUAL POPPIES
2384. SNOWDRIFT. Pure snowy white, extremely
double flowers, of perfect form and large size, l’kt., 5 c.
2387. P. NEW WH1TK SWAN. Immense size, very
double, with beautifully laciniated petals and of the purest
possible white. Pkt., 5c.
2381. Mikado. Brilliant scarlet and white, with ele¬
gantly curved petals, like a Japanese Chrysanthemum,
l’kt.. 5c.
2382. Carnation-Flowered. Splendid, double fringed
flowers, mixed colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.
2390. Fneony-Flowered. Large, showy, double globu¬
lar flowers, mixed colors. Pkt., 5c.
HARDY PERENNIAL POPPIES
DOUBLE FLOWERING PETUNIA
2351. Double Mixed. Best large flowering double in
finest mixture. Pkt., 25c.
2352. Extra I.arge Flowering, Double Fringed.
This extra choice strain produces about 30 per cent, of splen¬
did double fringed flowers. Pkt., 35c.
2386. Orientale. Gorgeous summer-flowering plants,
producing in abundance deep crimson flowers five or six
inches across. Pkt., lee.
2392. Orientate Hybrids. Beautiful new hybrids of
the Oriental Poppy, producing flowers 6 inches and over in
diameter, and of many novel colors, such as salmon and
cherry. Pkt., 15c.
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS 79
BED SINGLE PORTUI.ACA.
PORTULACA
Brilliant dwarf annuals, blooming profusely from early
summer to autumn. For low beds and masses of color they
are very desirable.
2400. Finest Single, Mixed. A large variety, of the
most brilliant colors. Pkt.. 5c.; oz., 30c.
2401. Double Rose-Flowered, Mixed. The most
brilliant shades and choice flowers. Pkt., 10c.
PRIMULA
This beautiful flowering plant is indispensable for winter
decoration in the home or conservatory. Our seed is very
choice, being saved from the best English strains. Sow in
March, April or May.
Single Primula
2420. Sinensis Fimbriata. Fringed varieties. Very
choice, mixed. Pkt., 20c.
2432. Johnson’s Choicest Prize Mixed.
Our Prize Primula seed is grown by a renowned English
epecialist. who has received the highest awards at the leading
Continental shows. The florets are unsurpassed in size ana
wide range of brilliant and distinctive colors. Pkt., 30c.
PRIMULA FORBESI (or Baby Primrose)
2423. This is the freest flowering Primula we know' of.
The seed comes up very readily , and the little plants throw up
tiny flower stalks when
only a few weeks old.
These, however, should
be pinched off, and the
plants kept growing un¬
til October, when the
flowers may be allowed
to develop, and from
then on until late in
spring they produce their
sprays of beautiful rosy
lilac flowers in seemingly
never-ending profusion.
Pkt., 20c.
DOUBLE PRIMULA
2421. Double. Mixed.
Pkt., 35c.
Our Double Primulas
bring a large percentage
of double flowers.
2424. Obconica
Grandifiora. A profuse
blooming primrose, bear¬
ing on long stems heads
containing ten to fifteen
flowers. The flowers
Johnson’s prize pbimula. are pure w'hite. shading
. occasionally to lilac, and
have the true primrose fragrance. Pkt., 10c., 3 pkts., 25c.
2436. Floribunda. Similar to “Obconica,” but the
flowers are a beautiful primrose yellow’. Pkt., 20c.
2425. Japonica {Japanese Primrose). Pkt., 10c.
2426. Vulgaris, \ellow English Primrose. Pkt.. 5c.
PYRETHRUM ( Feverfew)
2440. P. Parthenifolium Aureum ( Golden Feather).
A highly ornamental golden yellow foliage plant, unexcelled
for bedding. Hardy perennial: 1 y 2 ft. Pkt.. 5c.; oz., 50c.
2441. P. Rosmim {Persian Insect Powder Plant). Hand¬
some aster-like flowers, with pink rays and deep yellow
centres ; foliage fern-like ; most beautifully cut. Pkt., 10c.
RICINUS
{Castor Oil Plant)
Large, luxuriant,
rapid-grow ing foliage an¬
nuals, with large, hand¬
some metallic leaves.
Used for sub-tropical ef¬
fects on the lawn, or for
the taller centres of foli¬
age beds; 6 to 10 feet.
2460. Gibsoni.
Handsome deep red foli¬
age. Pkt., 5c.
2463. Mixed. Many
choice sorts. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 15c.
2464. RICINUS,
DUCHESS OF EDIN¬
BURGH. The stem and
leaves are of a bright
metallic bronze; the
large branches of the
fruit are of a vivid red.
Pkt., 5c.
2465. Ricinus Zan-
zibariensis. The leaves
of this new' variety at¬
tain a gigantic size, ricinus. castor oil plant.
measuring 2 to 2^ ft.
across, and include light and dark green and coppery bronze
colors. Pkt., 5c.; per oz., 15c.
SALVIA, OR SCARLET SAGE
Gorgeous effects can be produced by massing on the
lawn or in the garden, or planted in rows along a sunny
drive. A perennial, but
blooms the first season
from seed.
2520. Splendens.
Scarlet sage Pkt., 10c.
2521. Patens. Blue
sage. Pkt., 10c.
NEW SALVIA
SPLENDENS,
“si lv e R SPOT "
2522. The leaves are
rich, soft, dark green,
with light sulphur or
cream-colored spots
of various sizes liberally
sprinkled over them. The
intense bright scarlet
flowers are very large,
and the plants of neat,
compact habit. Seed, per
pkt., 10c.
2523. Clara Bed-
man, or Bonfire. Very
compact, with long,
erect spikes of brilliant
scarlet flowers. The fin¬
est Salvia ever intro¬
duced, and by far the
best for bedding and
massing on the lawn. scarlet sage.
Pkt., 10c.
SALPIGLOSSIS (Velvet Flower)
The flowers are singularly marked and delicately penciled
—in shape resembling a Petunia.
2500. S. Fine, Mixed. Sky-blue and scarlet flowers, very
beautifully penciled. Pkt., 5c.
2501. SALPIGLOSSIS GRANDIFLORA. The large
flowering Salpiglossis is one of the most beautiful of flower¬
ing annuals. In rich coloring they vie with orchids. Pkt., 5c.
TROP/EOLUM CANARIENSE
490. CANARY BIRD VINE. A rapid growing, sum¬
mer-climbing annual, growing 10 to 15 feet high It will
cover trellis work in the most graceful manner, producing
hundreds of its pretty fringed bright yellow flowers, which
resemble a canary bird with expanded wings. Pkt., 5c.
80
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
JOHNSON’S CHOICE SWEET PEAS
ORANGE-PINK
2808. Gorgeous. Rich
glowing scarlet-orange.
2706. Lady Penzance.
Orange-pink,wings pure white
2714. Orange Prince.
Orange-salmon, wings pink.
2771. Oriental. Bright
orange-pink, heavily veined.
PINK AND PINK
AND WHITE
2885. Countess of Aber¬
deen. Pink, turning lighter.
2793. Countess of La-
tliom. Delicate pink self.
2719. Crown Jewel.
Standard suffused with rosy
violet; wings creamy white,
tinted with rose.
2717. Hon. F. Bouverie.
Deep pink, shading lighter.
2750. Katherine Tracy.
Soft but brilliant pink.
2797. Little Dorrit. Beau¬
tiful clear pink.
2771. Lovely. Beautiful soft shell-pink.
2777. Modesty. Most delicate shade of pink.
2798. Mrs. Gladstone. Lovely soft pink.
2710. Peach Blossom. Salmon-pink.
2732. Priinft Donna. The softest clear pink self.
2752. Royal Robe. A bright but soft pink self.
2768. Sensation. White, suffused with bluish-pink.
2712. Blanche Ferry. Pink and white.
2690. “ Earliest of All.” Pink and white, very early.
2755. Extra Early Blanche Ferry. Pink and' white.
ROSE OR DEEP PINK
2730. Her Majesty. A most beautiful rose.
2720. Lady Skelwersdale. Standard light carmine,
shading to white; wings almost pure white.
2790. Majestic. Rich deep rose-pink self.
2778. Ovid. Rose pink margined with deeper rose.
ROSE-CRIMSON AND SCARLET AND
CRIMSON
Lord Kenyon (new). Rose-magenta, flushed
DOROTHY ECKPOKI) SWEET PEA. LARGE FLOWERING WHITE.
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; 34 lb., 20c.
2791.
crimson.
2715.
2675.
2733.
2728.
2747.
2688.
2705.
•2713.
2727.
*2670.
2735.
2721.
Mrs. Dugdale. Crimson-rose. Large flowering.
Oddity. Peculiar pale carmine and bright rose.
Prince of Wales. Rose-crimson ; self-colored.
Firefly. Brilliant scarlet.
Mars. Crimson-scarlet.
Salopian. The best of the crimson-scarlets.
MAROON
Black Knight. Deep maroon ; self-colored.
Boreatton. Very dark maroon ; self-colored.
Duke of Clarence. Rich deep claret self.
Duke of Sutherland. Claret and indigo-blue.
Monarch. Deep bronzy maroon with blue.
Othello. A very deep glossy maroon self.
FLOWERING MIXED
2726. A Fine Mixture.
This strain, although not em¬
bracing the most recent nov¬
elties, eon tains a good assort¬
ment of the famous Eckford
Sweet Peas. A good Standard
Mixture. Pkt., 5c.; 34 lb., 15c ;
lb., 40c.
BLUE AND PURPLE
2792. Captain of the
Blues. Standard purple-blue,
wings bright blue.
2771. Celestial. Delicate
azure blue.
2716. Countess Cado-
gan. Standard light bluish
purple; wings clear blue.
2796. Duke of West¬
minster. Standard clear
purple; wings purple, with
tint of violet.
2703. Navy Blue. Stand¬
ard indigo and violet; wings
indigo, shading to navy blue and bright blue.
PURPLE-MAUVE AND LAVENDER
2725. Dorothy Tennant. Rich rosy mauve self.
2734. Emily Eckford. Rosy mauve, changing to an
almost true blue.
2794. Fascination (new). Delicate magenta-mauve.
2738. Countess of Radnor. Pale mauve or lavender.
2731. Golden Gate. Shaded lavender.
2719. Lady Grisel Hamilton. Standard mauve;
wings lavender. Flowers extra large.
2687. Lady Nina Balfour. Delicate light lavender.
BLUE OR LAVENDER-EDGED
White, shaded and edged with
White, edged and shaded with
2723. Lottie Eckford.
soft lavender.
2776. Maid of Honor,
light blue.
VARIEGATED
2677. America. Crimson-scarlet, striped on white.
2746. Coquette. Primrose-yellow, shaded pale lavender.
2672. Daybreak. Crimson scarlet, on white ground.
2770. Dolly Varden. Purple-magenta, shaded white.
2674. Gray Friar. Beautiful light watered purple on
white ground, having a grayish effect.
2756. Juanita. White, striped with pale lavender.
2678. Lottie Hutchins. Cream, flaked with pink.
2683. Mikado. Cerise ground, veined with white stripes.
2671. Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain. White, striped and
flaked heavily with pale rose.
2795. Piuk Friar. Carmine rose on white ground.
2678. Ramona. Creamy white, splashed with pale pink.
2754. Waverly. Standard rosy claret; wings light blue.
Price, any of the choice named sorts, pkt., 5c.;
oz., 10c.; % lb., 20c.; 341b., 30c.; lb., 50.c
A Helpful List arranged as
to color. Prices, per pkt.,
5c.; oz., 10c.; X lb., 20c.;
'/i lb., 30c.; lb., 50c.
JOHNSON'S
RAINBOW MIXTURE
Guaranteed to please
WHITE
2769. Dorothy Eckford.
(See cut.) Graceful large flow¬
ering.
2722. Emily Henderson.
Large, pure white, early.
2711. Mont Blanc. The
earliest. Very large flowering.
YELLOW
2773. Mrs. Eckford. A
delicate primrose yellow self.
2695. Queen Victoria.
Light primrose, self-colored.
2767. Stella Morse. Rich
primrose, flushed pink.
2700. Positively the liigh-
est-grade mixture that can he
made. Mixed by ourselves
exclusively and includes many
recent “Novelties,” both En¬
glish and American, and high¬
est improved standard varieties
We spare no pains to keep it
pure and to maintain its en¬
viable reputation. Sure to
give you many delightful sur¬
prises as the new colors and
shades unfold
Price, pkt., 5c.; oz., 8c.;
34 lb., 20c.; lb., 50c.
ECKFORD'S LARGE
G. H. Burnett, St. Johns, N. B., Canada, March, 15, writes: “Your Sweet Peas have always given me the greatest
satisfaction. I have bought from other houses, but the results in growth, bloom, variety of color and earliness could not
compare with yours.”
CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS
81
SENSITIVE PLANT
( Mimosa)
2040. A curious plant, leaves close if touched or shaken.
Pkt., Sc.
SMILAX
2120. A graceful climber. Largely used for decorations
and bouquets. Pkt., 10c.; Vi oz., 15c.; per oz., 40c.
DWARF LARGE FLOWERING STOCKS
The Dwarf German Ten Weeks Stocks are easily grown,
and are of great beauty and fragrance.
PKT.
2660. Blood Red. $0 10
2661. Crimson. 10 i
2662. White. 10
2666. Pink. 10
2663. Blue. 10
2665. Mixed. 10
2666. Dwarf Wall-flower Leaved, Mixed. Pkt.
10 c.
2667. Snowflake. A fine variety, with very large and
double pure white flowers. Pkt., 10c.
2669. Princess Alice (Cut and Come Again). A per¬
petual blooming, double, pure white ; excellent for cutting.
Pkt., 10c.
STOKESIA CYANEA
( The Cornflower or Stokes’ Aster)
2655. This native hardy plant grows from 18 to 24 inches
high, bearing freely, from early July until frost, its handsome
lavender-blue Centaurea-llke blossoms each measuring from
4 to 5 inches acro'S.
We have no hesitation in saying that Stokesia is one of
the most valuable and desirable hardy plants offered. Seed :
per pkt., 10c. Plants : each, 15c.; per dos., $1.50.
SWEET WILLI AM
(Dianthus Barbatus)
Favorites in every
garden. Perfectly hardy
and with a rich profu¬
sion of bloom. No plant
can surpass this old favo¬
rite. Height, 1 ft.
2741. Perfection
Single Mixed. Pkt., 6 c.;
oz., 25c.
2740. Double Mixed.
Pkt., 10c.
2742. Auricula
Flowered. Choice
■ingle varieties. Pkt., 5c.
SUNFLOWER
( Belianthus) — SINGLE
VARIETIES
1511. Miniature
Sunflower ICucumcri-
folius). Dwarf branch
ing habit, flowers orange
with black centre
Oz., 25c.; pkt., 5c.
DOUBLE VARIE-
SWEET WILLIAM. TIES
1510. Californicus Plenissimus. Extra large, double
saffron-colored floivers. Pkt., 5c.
1512. Globosus Flstulosis ( Dahlia Sunflower). Flowers
very double and of medium size. Pkt., 5c.
THUNBERGIA
( Black-Eyed Susan)
A beautiful class of
very ornamental climb¬
ers, suitable for green
house or outdoor culture
2760. Alba Oculata,
White, dark eye. Pkt.,5o
2761. Aurantiaca.
Orange, dark eye.
Pkt., 6 c.
2762. Baker!. Pure
white. Pkt., 5c.
2763. Fine, Mixed.
Choice shades. Pkt., 5c.;
oz., 40c.
2764. Alata. Buff,
dark eye. Pkt., 5c.
TROP/EOLUM
(Canary Bird Flower)
490. A rapid grow¬
ing annual climber.
Flowers resemble a bird
with expanded wings.
Pkt.. 5c.
VERBENA
For garden beds or massing the Verbena is unrivaled;
flowers of the most brilliant colors, blooming continually
from spring until late in the autumn. Although perennials,
these form luxuriant plants and bloom profusely the first
season from seed.
New Mammoth. Our strain of Mammoth Verbena* la
unexcelled ; flowers of the largest size and brilliant colors.
2810.
Mammoth White . . .
1
2811.
2812.
“ Scarlet . .
“ Pink . . .
I Per pkt., 10c.;
f $1.50.
2813.
“ Purple . .
2814.
" 8 triped
J
2815.
“ Mixed, pkt.
10 c.; i>er oz., $ 1 . 00 .
2825. Fine Mixed. Pkt., 5c.; per oz., 75c.
2826. Lemon Verbena. (Aloysia Citriodora.) Pkt., 10c.
NEW MOSS VERBENA
No. 2827. This new strain of Verbena is not over 6 inches
high, but branches out and literally covers the ground. It is
smothered with flowers of the true Verbena type all summer
long. It is valuable anywhere, but especially so for bedding
and edging. Price, per pkt., 10c.
VIOLET ( Viola Odorata)
A great favorite, much in demand on account of itf
abundant and fragrant bloom. Hardy perennial; % ft.
2860. V. Single White. Sweet scented. Pkt., 10c.
2861. V. Single Blue. Sweet scented. Pkt., 10c.
WALLFLOWER (Cherianthus Cheri)
A handsome, popular plant, with massive spikes of fra
grant flowers. Hardy perennial; 2 ft.
2900. Wallflower, Double Mixed. Yellow, brown
and purple flowers. Pkt., 10c.
2901. Single Mixed. Showy colors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 25c
ZI N N I A— ( youth and Old Age)
The double Zinnia is one of the most brilliant and showy
of annuals.
MAMMOTH ZINNIAS.
2941 Mammoth (Bobusta Plenissima). Very large
flowers, perfectly double and of striking colors. Bushy
habit. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.
Large Flowering Double Dwarf.
2930. Scarlet. Pkt., 5c.
2931. Orange. Pkt., 5c.
2932. White. Pkt., 5c.
2933. Canary. Pkt., 5c.
2942. Striped Zebra. A superb strain of this very popo
lar flower, the petals being distinctly striped. They run
through all shades known to the Zinnia, such as orange,
crimson, pink yellow, rose, violet and white. Pkt., 10c.
2938. Curled and Crested. Large flowers with twisted
petals, great range of color. Pkt., 10c.
2939. Dwarf Varieties. Mixed. Oz., 35c.; pkt., 5c.
8M0 Tall Varieties. Mixed. Oz., 20c.; pkt.. 6 c.
SUNFLOWER.
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
82
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS
NOTE.-Bulbs quoted by the dozen will be sent by mail postpaid only where so specified
BEGONIAS—Tuberous Rooted JAPANESE FERN BALLS
TUBEROUS-ROOTED BEGONIAS.
Per dozen, 40c.: per 100, $2.75; per 1000, $25.00.
(Directions for starting accompany each order.)
Each Doz. Per 100
Small size, 5 to 6 inches in diameter . $0 25 $1 75 $12 00
Large “ 7 “ 9 “ •• “ 40 2 75 21 00
BEGONIAS—Selected Bulbs
(1^-1% inch bulbs.)
Per Per
Each Doz. 100 1000
Postpaid
Single! White, scarlet, crimson,
rose and yellow . . .
$0 05
$0 40
82 75 825 00
“ Choice Mixed.
5
35
2 50
22 00
Double: White, scarlet, crimson,
rose and yellow . . .
8
75
5 00
45 00
“ Choice Mixed.
8
60
4 50
38 00
NEW CRISPA OR FRILLED BEGONIAS
Magnificent flowers with frilled and wavy petals, measur¬
ing 4 to 6 inches across, of unique form and the most brilliant
colors. 25c. each; $2.75 per dozen (postpaid): $18.00 per 100.
CANNAS—Selected Large Flowering
If desired by mail, add 10c. for postage.
Per Doz. Per 100
Alphonse Bouvier. Crimson, 6 ft. $0 60 $4 50
Alsace. Sulphur white, 4 y, ft. 60 4 50
Beaute Poitevine. Brilliant, crimson scar¬
let, 3 ft. 60 4 50
Black Prince. Very dark velvety maroon,
S'4 ft. 60 4 50
Buttercup. Finest yellow, 3 ft. 1 00 6 50
Chas. Henderson. Bright crimson, 4 ft. . . 60 4 50
Cinnabar. Cinnabar red, edged yellow, 4% ft. 85 6 50
Egandale. Curraut-red, bronze leaved, 4 ft. 60 4 50
Florence Vaughan. Yellow, spotted red, 4 ft. 60 4 50
Luray. Deep rose pink, ft. 75 6 50
Aline. Crozy. Gilt-edged scarlet, 4 ft. ... 60 4 50
Mile. Berat. Bright pink, 4 ft. 60 4 50
■yueen Charlotte. Crimson scarlet, broad
canary yellow border, 3 ft. 60 4 50
Secretaire Chabanne. Salmon, 3 ft. 60 4 50
Souv. de Antoine Crozy. Intense scarlet
with golden edge, 3% ft. 60 4 50
ORCHID FLOWERED CANNAS
AUemania. Salmon scarlet, with yellow
border, 6 ft. 80 60 81 50
Austria. Canary yellow, with yellow dots in
the center, 6 ft. 60 4 50
Italia. Bright orange scarlet, with yellow
border, 6 ft. 60 4 50
Pennsylvania. Vermilion scarlet, overlaid
with orange, 6 ft. 85 6 50
Each Doz. Per 100
Cinnamon Vine Roots. 80 05 80 50 83 50
large size .
edium i
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM
(ELEPHANT’S EARS)
Per Doz. Per 100
. 82 00 811 00
Medium Bize.l 50 , 9 00
Small size. 60 4 00
CVCAS REVOLUTA-Sago Palm
Ready in March
Per pound . $0 12
10 pounds. 1 00
25 pounds. !.....! 2 00
100 pounds. 7 50
300 pounds (case) .21 00
Stems are graded in cases as follows : lb. to 2 lbs.; 2 lbs.
to 5 lbs.; 5 lbs. to 10 lbs.
GLADIOLUS
Strictly first size Bulbs
Scarlet and Crimson, mixed . . $(
White and Light, shades mixed
Yellow and Orange, shades mixed
Striped and Variegated, mixed .
Fink and Rose, shades mixed . .
New Giant (Childsii), mixed. . .
Lemoine’s Hybrids, mixed . . .
Groffs Hybrids, extra fine mixed
JOHNSON’S PRIZE WINNER MIXTURE, No. i.
A superb collection of Gandavensis, Childsii and Lemoinei
Gladioli, that cannot be excelled for size of flowers and
range of brilliant colors. 30c. per doz. : $1.50 per 100; $13.00
per 1,000.
Doz.
Per
100
Per 1000
25
$1
25
$10
00
30
2
00
16
00
40
3
25
29
00
35
2
25
20
00
30
1
75
13
00
35
2
25
19
00
30
1
75
14
00
30
1
75
15
00
JOHNSON’S PRIZE WINNER MIXTURE, No. 2.
The same as above, but smaller bulbs. 25c. per doz.; $1.25
per 100 ; $9.00 per 1,000.
GLOXINIAS—Giant Flowering
Au unsurpassed giant flowering strain from aGhentspecialist
Selected Bulbs (1%-1>£ inches in diameter).
Postpaid
Blue.
White.
Each
Doz.
100
$0 60
60
$4 00
4 00
i Spotted .
60
4 00
Crimson.
60
4 00
Violet, white border . .
60
4 00
Red “ “ .
. 5
60
4 00
Mixed.
50
3 50
Extra Barge Bulbs (l%-2 inches in diameter)
Each
Postpaid
i Blue.
Doz.
100
80 75
$5 00
White.
75
5 00
Spotted.
75
5 00
Crimson .
75
5 00
| Violet, white border.
.... 8
75
5 00
Red “ “ .
. 8
75
5 00
Mixed .
60
4 50
Mexican or Mignonette Vine Roots 5
50
3 00
6 Bulbs at dozen rate; 25 at lOO rate; 250 at 1000 rate
CHOICE DAHLIAS
83
JOHNSON’S
SUPERB
DAHLIAS
DAHLIAS OF SPECIAL
MERIT
GENERAL BUTLER (Fancy Cactus).
Velvety maroon, tipped white, very
distinct color. 20c. each.
KRIKUHILDK (Gael us). Exquisite pink
and white dowers, one of the most
popular Dahlias and invaluable for
cutting. 20c. each.
MRS. H. J. JONES ( Cactus ). Scarlet
crimson, striped white, exquisite both
in color and form. 20c. each.
VOLKEK(C«c/i«). Splendid rich yellow.
Pei feet cactus form. 20c. each.
MRS. ROOSEVELT ( Decorative ). This
novelty has probably won more ad¬
miration than any Dahlia heretofore
introduced. The beautiful silver pink
flowers are gigantic in sizeand perfect
in form. 25c. each.
MRS. WINTERS ( Decorative ). Large,
chaste, snow-white flowers, of the
rarest beauty and refinement. 20c.
each.
FLORIDORA (Cactus). Dark velvety
crimson an early and profuse bloomer,
of exquisite form and color, 20c. each.
OALLIARI) (Cactus). Rich glowing
carmine, long tubular incurved petals,
one of the very best. 20c. each.
We will mail one each of the
above 8 desirable sorts for SI.50.
CACTUS DAHLIAS
SHOW DAHLIAS
Carol. Pure white, delicately tinted soft pink. Sturdy and
free.
Client. Large deep velvety crimson. Splendid form and
color.
Emily. Lavender and white. Large and distinct.
Frank Smith. Deep purple maroon, tipped white with
pink shadings. One of the most charming fancies.
Frank Goodman. Purple, tipped white. Very distinct.
Jno. Bennett. Salmon buff. A rare and attractive shade.
Kaiser Wilhelm. Yellow, tipped carmine. Fine quilled
form and conspicuous color.
Maid of Kent, Rich crimson tipped snow white, variable.
Purity. Snow white, of ideal form.
Queen Victoria. Splendid golden yellow. Beautifully
quilled.
Red Hussar. Bright cardinal red, of perfect form. Very
free.
Thos. Westcott. Fiery red, tipped white, beautiful.
Arrah-na-Pogue. Fancy, maroon tipped white, very
distinct.
Buffalo Bill. Fancy, golden orange, striped crimson.
Le Phare. Bright red flowers on long stems, splendid.
Model of Perfection. Deep rose. Small but beautiful
flowers, both in form and color.
Prince Bismarck. Exquisite rich purple.
Red Head. A dwarf bedding plant, producing large, beau¬
tiful bright red flowers in the greatest profusion.
Chas. Wood bridge. Rich crimson
flowers of the finest cactus type.
Miss A. Jones. Bright crimson scarlet,
splendid color.
J. W. Fife. Purple maroon, very rich.
Hunold. Tile red. Immense flowers.
Splendid.
Britannia. Deep salmon flesh. Dainty
color, large, early and free.
Capstan. Orange scarlet, shaded apri¬
cot, brilliant.
Countess of Lonsdale. Pink and amber.
Large flowers of perfect form, in
profusion. The most satisfactory
Cactus Dahlia in cultivation.
Earl of Pembroke. Bright plum, splen*
did quilled petals.
Fighting Mac. Rich blood red. A free and continuous
bloomer.
Queen Willielmina. Deep chestnut. Free and fine.
Kosenhagen. Salmon rose, edges magenta.
Strahlen Krone. Intense cardinal red, very large, an
early and continuous bloomer.
Any of the above varieties, 15c. each; 81.50 per dozen,
postpaid.
DECORATIVE DAHLIAS
Catherine Duer. Newport’s fashionable flower, iridescent
crimson scarlet.
Claribel. Large, rich, royal purple flowers, on long, grace¬
ful stems, a splendid variety.
Grand Duke Alexis. Pure white, delicately tinged pink,
fine.
Henry Patrick. Snow white, large and free.
Lucille. Old gold, odd and pretty.
Mepliisto. Orange scarlet, one of the brightest.
Sundew. Massive orange scarlet flowers in great profusion.
Sylvia. White shading to pink, large, early and free. A
fine color.
Wm. Agnew. Dazzling pure red, exquisite color and
form.
Zulu. (The black Dahlia.) Black maroon, rare shade.
Any of the above varieties, 15c. each; 81.50 per dozen,
postpaid.
Any of the above sorts, 15c. each; 81.50 per dozen,
postpaid.
MIXED DAHLIAS
We have a large surplus of undivided field-
grown roots in unnamed varieties from a splen¬
did collection, at 10c. each; 81.00 per dozen ; 85.00
per 100; $40.00 per 1000.
84
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Johnson’s High=Grade Lily of the Valley Pips
We import the finest stocks
procurable of Berlin and Ham¬
burg Pips.
Johnson's Selected 3-year-old
Berlin Pips for Christinas or
early forcing.
Per
Per
Per
Per Case
Doz.
100
1000
2500 Pips
$0 30
$1 50
$13 00
$30 00
Hamburg, for
later fore
ing.
Per
Per
Per
Per Case
Doz.
100
1000
2500 Pips
$0 30
$1 25
$11 00
$25 00
Cold Storage Idly of the Valley
Prices on application.
JAPANESE ItlltlES
LILIUM AURATUM
(The Golden-Handed Lily of
Japan)
This queen of lilies lias im¬
mense blooms, measuring nearly
a foot across. The large, white
petals are thickly spotted with rich
chocolate crimson, and have a
bright golden-yellow band
through the center of each.
Per
Each Doz. 100
8 to 9 inches f Add 15c. per doz. if to be) SO 12 SO 80 $5 50
9 to 11 inches( sent by mail. J 20 1 50 8 50
LILIUM ( Lanci/olium)
P/EONIES
DOUBLE SWEET SCENTED
SPECIOSUM RUBRUM
Add 15c. per doz. if wanted by mail.
7 to 9 inches.
12
90
6 50
9 to 11 inches.
20
1 50
9 00
LILIUM ( Lanci/olium )
SPECIOSUM ALBUM
Add 15c. per doz. if wanted by mail.
8 to 9 inches.
12
1 25
8 00
9 to 11 inches.
20
1 75
13 00
LILIUM (Landfolium)
SPECIOSUM MELPOMENE
Add 15c. per doz. if wanted by mail.
Rich crimson, heavily spotted, fine.
8 to 9 inches . 12
1 10
7 00
LILIUM AURATUM.
The Golden-Banded Lily of Japan. Large size, 20c. each ;
per doz., SL50.
SUPERB VARIETIES
The Paeony continues to grow in popular favor. The
varieties offered herewith have been selected by an eminent
specialist with a view of meeting the demands of a critical
florists’ trade; hence the varieties quoted are those which
produce long stems, magnificent flowers, and the most de¬
sirable sorts for cutting. Price of any of the following
varieties, 25c. each; #2.25 per doz.; #13.00 per 100.
Alba Plena. White, very popular.
Agida. Rich, glowing dark red.
Caroline Allain. Blush white.
Fragrans. Deep pink, with light center.
Humei. Large pink; with blush center; fine.
Madame Calot. Pure white, tinted rose.
Ne Plus Ultra. Brilliant rose, edged white.
[ Prince Prosper d’Aramberg. Flesh pink, extra large
* flower.
I Pulclierrima. Rose violet center, rose and salmon.
Rosea Klegans. Rosy purple with lighter center.
Reevesii.--•Soft pink, red blotch on center petals.
Rubra Triuinphans. Rich glowing crimson.
Queen Victoria. White, red blotch on center petals.
Duke of Wellington. Soft white, creamy white center.
Per dozen, $2.25; $16.00 per ICO.
Festfva Alba. Pure white, very fine.
FESTIVA MAXIMA. White, center petals flaked red;
magnificent flower; the most popular of pceonies. Each,
35c.; $3.75 per dozen.
DOUBLE CHINESE P/EONIES
Each
Per doz.
Per 100
Pink Shades ....
. . .80 20
$1 70
$10 00
Red.
1 70
10 00
White.
... 25
1 75
12 00
Mixed— All colors . .
... 20
1 50
8 00
P/EONY OFFICINALIS
The “ old-fashionedPseony,” flowering about two weeks
earlier than the Chinensis variety, with huge, fragrant
double flowers, the “Rubra'’ or crimson being the most
popular of this species for cutting.
Rubra.
Brilliant glowing crimson
Each
. $0 20
Per
Doz.
$1 25
Per
100
$7 00
Rosea.
Bright rosv-pink .
. 25
1 75
13 00
Alba.
Blush-white.
25
2 25
16 00
NOTE.—The prices of P^EONIES by
the DOZEN include postage prepaid. If
desired by freight or express, deduct 20c.
from the dozen rate.
« BULBS AT BOZEN KATE; 25 AT 100 RATE; 250
AT 1000 RATE, OF ANY ONE VARIETY.
ROSES
85
JOHNSONS
HIGH
GRADE
ROSES
LEAFLET ESSAY, “Hints on Rose Culture,” included free with each order if you ask for it.
NOTICE. —We offer mailing-size roses only. See Foot-Note.
‘•THE IDEAL” SET OF HARDY EVER=BLOOMERS
Ilermosa. Everybody
«nows the beauty and con¬
stancy of this old favorite.
Glear bright Fink; very
double and fragrant and
quite hardy. No list com¬
plete without Hermosa.
Marie Guillot. Large,
full flowers, pure snowy
white in color. Admirably
adapted to outdoor culture.
Always in bloom and always
satisfactory.
Marie Van Houtte.
Fine for open ground. Beau¬
tiful straw - yellow. Very
double; unusually fragrant ;
an abundant bloomer.
Maman Cochet. Pink
tea rase with enormous
flowers of great depth and
substance. Never fails to
grow and bloom profusely
with only ordinary care. A
beautiful rich coral Pink.
Kaiserin Augusta
Victoria. Pure ivoxy-white
flowers, of enchanting fra¬
grance and beauty. Stems
long and stiff; growth strong;
every flower a beauty.
Queen’s Scarlet.
Very hardy scarlet rose, of a
rich velvety crimson. Hand¬
some-shaped buds and flow¬
ers. Most valuable for gar¬
den culture ; a bed once es¬
tablished is a mass of bright
scarlet the entire blooming
season.
MAKIE VAN HOUTTE KOSE.
Bessie Brown. Superb
new white rose. Exquisite
long buds, of warm, soft flesh
pink tint, that glisten like
mother-of-pearl. Constant,
profuse bloomer and delight¬
fully perfumed. Hardy and
vigorous.
Helen Gouhl ( Red
Cochet ). One of the best roses
ever introduced. Intense
carmine crimson with deeper
shades in the depth of the
petals, much like American
Beauty. Wonderfully pro¬
lific and entirely hardy.
Ftoile de Lyon. Well-
known golden yellow, of
great vigor and sweetness.
The best Pure Yellow Rose for
g arden planting yet intro-
uced. Makes beautiful buds;
is very double and fragrant.
Pupa Gontier. Noted
for its perfect bud and long
stem. Carmine crimson.
Fine for cut flowers. Some¬
times called “ The Ever-
blooming Jack.”
Mad. F r a n c e s k a
Kruger. Splendid for gen¬
eral culture, its striking color
and free growth giving it
popularity wherever grown.
Beautiful coppery yellow,
with large flowers. Unlike
any other rose in our list.
’ La France. Too well
known to need more than a
mention. Great satiny pink
flowers.
Prices of above “Ideal” Roses:
1 year, 15c. each ; any 6 for 60c.; set of 13 for #1.00, by mail, postpaid.
FIVE. COLLECTIONS ARRANGED WITH CARE TO SUIT YOUR GARDEN
PRICES AX
COLLECTION’ “A”
THE LA FRANCE QUARTET
The I.a France type of roses are nearer to perfection
than any other class and should have a place in every gar¬
den. They are without a rival for their rich fragrance and
handsome buds and great satiny flowers.
We offer White, Ked, Striped and the true Pink La France.
COLLECTION “ B ” *
THE COCHETS
All good growers, splendid bloomers and fine bedding
sorts. Every plant is a gem and in great demand. Queens
among roses; iiowers are enormous, full and deliciously
sweet. Pink Maman Cochet, Yellow Cochet, White Cochet,
Red Cochet ( Helen Qould).
COLLECTION “C”
THE SOUPERT SET
The Souperts are world-famous. Noted fortheirbeautiful
eameliia form and good bedding qualities. Bloom early and
continue loaded with lovely buds and iiowers all summer
and fall. Yellow, Pink, White and the new Climbing Clo-
tilde Soupert.
COLLECTION “D”
THE HERMOSA ROSES—ALWAYS IN BLOOM
The Hermosas are the old-fashioned, hardy, bedding
roses our grandmothers loved. Exquisitely formed and
daintily scented. We have them. Purest White, satiny Pink,
velvety Scarlet, or rich Canary Yellow.
Prices of above Collections, A, It, C, I>, E, single
plants, 1-year, 15c. each; any one complete set for
50c., postpaid; the 5 complete sets for #2.25, postpaid.
END OF LIST
COLLECTION “E"
FOUR FAMOUS RAMBLERS
Yellow Rambler. The only yellow hardy Climbing
Rose. The bloom is frequently borne in clusters of from 120
to lf>0 flowers; the color is a clear, decided yellow, changing
in two or three weeks to a beautiful cream-color.
Fink Rambler. Like the alrove in great vigor, hardi¬
ness and lavish bloom, but with flowers of rich, rosy pink.
White Rambler Exquisite pure white double flowers in
large clusters. Has all the grand traits of theother Ramblers.
Crimson Rambler. Incomparably the finest in effect of
all Climbers. The great trusses of small, glowing crimson
flowers appear in June, and remain brilliant for weekB.
Shoots from 8 to 10 feet high soring up in one season. As
hardy as an oak.
BABY RAMBLER
Yes, we have it, and it
will create a sensation amon g
lovers of new roses the com¬
ing season. It will bloom on
the cutting bench if allowed.
An absolutely hardy, ever-
lilooming cluster rose, much
like the well-known Crimson
Rambler, but of dwarf
growth. Will bloom all the
season, outdoors and indoors
as well. Nice mailing size
plants, 25c.; 5 for 50c.; 7
for #1.00. Everybody will
want it, and our plants are
line. Will be in great de¬
mand—don’t delay in order¬
ing.
Mailing Si' 7 © Only 0,lrr<,ses " r0 8ma ll, well-rooted plants, grow n especially for sending by mail, postpaid.
give our customers
uorisi.
„ Therefore we do not handle what are known as “ two-vear-old ” roses. Our desire is to
export unity to obtain at moderate prices varieties which ♦jannot always be procured xoiu a local
86 JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
The Heritage is the latest novelty in strawberries. Originated in Burlington County, N. J., it has
attracted much attention in Philadelphia markets, owing to its very large size, dark shining crimson color
and fine quality. Extremely large from its first pickings, holding its size and yielding abundantly after
all other varieties are gone. Price, postpaid, $1.00 per dozen; by express, 85c. per dozen; $3.00 per 100;
$10.00 per 1000. Special prices by letter for larger lots.
SEVEN STANDARD STRAWBERRIES
Price on each variety, per dozen, 40c.; per 100, $1.25, hy mail, postpaid; by express, per dozen,
25c.; per 100, 75c.; per 1000, $6.00. In 1000 lots we will assort varieties
AUTO. A new, perfect flowering Delaware berry, of large
size and extra fine quality. Enormously prolific, of unusual
vigor and carries its fruit well up from the ground. Will
flourish and bear fine crop under adverse weather conditions.
Flavor delicious; pointed in shape.
BUBACH, No. 5. ( Midseason .) A prominent grower
says: "If all varieties were culled out but ten, I would place j
Bubach, No. 5 , at the head of the list, on account of its large,
bright berries, immense yield and fine flavor.” Pistillate.
I
“THE GANDY.” (Late.) One of the best late straw- J
berries ever introduced. The fruits are uniformly large, per¬
fect in form and firm; color, bright crimson and glossy. Qual¬
ity superb. Perfect blooming.
THE MAXIMUS. One of the largest and most beau¬
tiful of all strawberries. (Late.) Perfect bloomer ; strong,
robust and prolific. Berries conical, deep glossy scarlet; flesh
pink, very tender, of mild flavor.
OOM PAUL. This new strawberry is pronounced by
many growers who have tried it a perfect wonder. Stupendous
in size and delicious in flavor. Good shape, elegant color and
fine shipper. A very rank grower and a perfect bloomer.
The berries are giants; six have been known to fill a quart
box, and the last picking never runs small. Single plants
yield a full quart. Very prolific. Perfect bloomer.
GLEN MARY. ( Midseason .) Perfect flowering. Vig¬
orous, of Brandywine type. Enormously productive of large,
deep red berries. Flesh very firm. Red clear to the center;
sweet, rich and high-flavored; a decidedly good all-round
berry.
BRANDYWINE. (Midseason to very late.) Brandywine
is already world-famous, in fact, we doubt if any strawberry
ever before has received such enthusiastic praise over so wide
an extent of territory. The berries are of large size, glossy
scarlet, very firm, solid and shapely, rich, juicy and luscious,
and wonderfully productive. Perfect flowering.
CALIFORNIA PRIVET
Remove the unsightly fence and increase
the value of your property by planting a
California Privet hedge. Does well in all
situations and under all conditions.
A vigorous grower, with leaves of a good,
rich shade of green; it is almost an evergreen,
the new leaves putting forth as the old ones
fall
Privet can be pruned at any time, and the
more this is done, the better it will look and
the thicker it will grow. Insects never attack
it, and it does not grow dull, but holds its
beautiful green foliage throughout the season.
We have a fine lot of good, strong, well-
rooted, well-branched plants to offer.
They should not be compared to the tall spind¬
ling things often offered.
Per 100 Per 1000
Prices: 18 to 24 inches_ $ 3.25 128.00
2 to 3 feet. 3.75 io.oo
BEE AND DAIRY SUPPLIES
87
BEE HIVES
CHURNS
The Dove¬
tailed Hive is
taking the lead
of the single-
walled hives,
as it contains
many of the
most desirable
features of the
various hives
for rapid hand¬
ling of bees,
and is one of
the cheapest
hives manu¬
factured.
It is dove-
gives it its name.
No. 1. Dovetailed Hives,
eight frame, all parts
complete.
No. 2. Dovetailed Hives,
ten frame, all parts
complete.
No. 5. Dovetailed Hives,
eight frame, all parts
complete.
Each in Flat, 70c. cheaper.
in cut,
and that
is what
Each
set up.
Per s
in flat.
Per 10
in flat.
10
oc
</7
?9 75
$18 00
3 00
10 50
>9 50
3 00
10 50
19 50
DOVETAILED SUPER
With plain section and fence
Each, complete, 95c., nailed; 70c., in flat.
SECTION BOXES
No. 1. Made up of the choicest white bass¬
wood, perfect in finish and free from defects.
Price, per 25, 30c.; per 100, 75c.; per 1000,
$5.00.
Write for special price on large quantities.
No. 2. Made of basswood, but not finished as
perfectly as the No. 1.
Price, per 100, 65c.; per 1000, $4.50.
Hoffman Frames, thick top, self-spacing, put
up, $4.00 per too; in flat, $2.90 per 100.
We carry all Working Parts for Hives.
Write for prices.
COMB FOUNDATION
Made from pure bright yellow beeswax. Price,
Medium Brood, 58c. per lb.; Light Super, 63c. per
lb.; Thin Super, 70c. per lb.
If by mail, add 16c. per lb. for postage.
PAPER EGG BOXES
For carrying 1 dozen eggs. 25c. per dozen;
$1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. (1000 lots printed
with name free of charge.
LEVER HAY CUTTERS
For use on a small scale. Gauges regulate the
length of cut. Price, $3.00.
We carry a full stock of A. I. Root’s
Bee Keepers’ and other Supplies. Write
us about your needs. _
The Cylin¬
der. Of white
cedar, handy
and useful; very
satisfactory
No. 1, 2 gals.,
$1.75; No. 2, 4
gals., $2.00; No.
3, 7 gals., $2.50.
The Light¬
ning. No. o, 2
gals., S2.00; No.
1, 3 gals., $2.25;
No. 2, 4 gals.,
$2.50.
CYLINDER CHURN.
THERMOMETERS
Floating Glass Dairy, each, 15c. and.So 25
Hot Bed or Mushroom Bed, with brass end. . 1 5 °
Incubator Thermometers, each. 5 °
Brooder Thermometers, each. 4 °
BANNER ROOT CUTTERS
No. 7. Small ma¬
chine for cutting fine;
very useful. $5.00.
No. 20. Hand
Machine. $8.50.
No. 15. Hand
and Power. Has
Band Wheel for light
power. $9.50.
No. 28. Improved
machine for hand
and power. Fine for
large users. Send for
circular. Without
pulley, $15.00; with
pulley, $16.00.
BANNER ROOT CUTTER, No. 20.
Capacity 30 to 50 bush, per hour.
Price, $ 8 . 50 .
The MarKet Gardener’s
market gardener’s “ boss.” The best one-horse plow.
This plow is fitted with three moldboards, one
very small for loosening up root crops, and two
larger ones. Also a very large double moldboard
for ridging and furrowing.
Price, with three moldboards and one extra
share. $5 2 5
Double moldboard extra.. 1 5 °
Extra shares, 30 cents each; landslides, 40 cents each.
We carry a large line of Iron Age and
Planet Jr. Farm and Garden Tools. See
Page 96 and Third Cover._
88
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
Johnson Seed Company are Sole Philadelphia Agents for
the Genuine Standard
CYPHERS
INCUBATORS \ BROODERS
WORLD’S STANDARD HATCHER — FIRE-PROOFED — INSURABLE.
No. 3 .—The Largest Size Standard Cyphers Incubator, 1909
Pattern, 390 -Egg Capacity. Price, $ 38 . 00 .
Something New — Fire=Proofed,
Insurable Standard Cyphers
Incubators
Poultry keepers, the world over, will be inter¬
ested in knowing that all Standard Cyphers Incu¬
bators for 1909 are built in compliance with de¬
tailed specifications adopted by the National
Board of Fire Underwriters in the form of “Rules
and Requirements,” and that every 1909 pattern
Incubator and Brooder manufactured by Cyphers
Incubator Company will be of improved con¬
struction and the first in the world to be fire¬
proofed and insurable, being regularly inspected by
the Underwriters’ Laboratories (Inc.), under the
direction of the National Board of Fire Under¬
writers, and will bear the Official Label of the Fire
Insurance Underwriters.
CYPHERS INCUBATOR COMPANY
The First in the World
to build Incubators and Brooders that meet the requirements of the associated fire insurance interests
and is the first company in the history of the poultry business to be granted labels by the fire underwriters’
incubators and brooders that have satisfactorily stood the test and
by REPRESEOTATwls
Cyphers Incubators, since first introduced, have borne an unequaled reputation so far as the
hre risk is concerned, as established by the affidavits of agents and salesmen and as confirmed by the
records of the insurance companies; therefore, the standard type of incubator manufactured by this
Company fared well at the hands of the Mechanical and Consulting Engineers, as may be seen by reference
to the Rules and Requirements recommended by them. Nevertheless, they wished to make doubly sure
ot satety in the use of even the Standard Cyphers, hence saw fit to require several minor changes in the
location and insulation of the heater and to require the adoption of a method of fire-proofing the heater
entl ot the Standard Cyphers in such manner as would accomplish the following important results:
No. 1. So that fire from the oil flame (or lamp) “cannot communicate to the incubator case.”
JN°. 2. So that oil cannot drip from the lamp, nor fire communicate therefrom to the floor of the room
in which the incubator is operated.
3. So that the lamp cannot be filled without removal from the incubator” or lamp support
4 - So that the amp cannot be accidentally jarred or dislodged” from the support.
to heater 1 amP W * 21 3 * tlmeS be held ‘ n proper P osition and alignment” with the heat flue
No. 6. So that the lamp can be “readily removed and replaced by the operator without spilling of oil.”
You can purchase the famous Standard Cyphers Incubators and Brooders in Philadelphia
only from the Johnson Seed Company.
No.
No.
No.
CYPHERS STANDARD INCUBATORS 89
THE FOLLOWING THREE INDISPUTABLE FACTS
Together with the INSURABLE FEA¬
TURE of the Standard Cyphers, and the manu¬
facturer’s unequaled warrant of superiority,
should enable all intending purchasers of a high-
grade incubator to decide, without delay, which
make of machine to buy:
First — Standard Cyphers Incubators are in
successful use on more large practical poultry
plants THAN ALL OTHER MAKES OF IN¬
CUBATORS COMBINED.
Second — Standard Cyphers Incubators are
in successful use by more well-known Amer¬
ican poultry men THAN ALL OTHER
MAKES OF INCUBATORS COMBINED.
Third — Standard Cyphers Incubators are
in successful use on more Government experi¬
ment stations in the United States, Canada and
other English-speaking countries THAN ALL
OTHER MAKES OF INCUBATORS COM¬
BINED.
No. 2 Standard Cyphers Incubator, 1909 pattern, 244 -egg capa¬
city. Price, $ 32 . 00 . Fire-proofed, non-moisture, self-regu¬
lating, self-ventilating, equipped with patented nursery
drawers and covered by Manufacturer’s Guaranty or
“Satisfaction or Your Money Back.”
THE CYPHERS WARRANT OF SUPERIORITY
The patented, exclusive features of the genuine Cyphers Incubators place us in a position to posi¬
tively warrant and guarantee all Standard Cyphers Patent-Diaphragm, Non-Moisture, Self-Ventilating
and Self-Regulating Incubators manufactured by us and sold under registered trade-mark, either by
this Company or its authorized agents, as follows:
First — To require no supplied moisture, under normal conditions, thus solving and disposing of the
troublesome “moisture question.”
Second — To be self-ventilating, the air in the egg chamber remaining pure at all times by its own
gentle but positive action.
Third —To be self-regulating, being equipped with the most sensitive and durable regulator thus far
invented.
Fourth — T o be so constructed that the temperature in the egg chamber is more equable than in any
other incubator.
Fifth — To be precisely as represented in construction, materials and workmanship, and, if given
reasonable care, to last ten years without repairs.
Sixth — To be easy to set up and positively automatic in operation (except as to trimming the wick,
filling the lamp and turning the eggs), and to operate with less labor and expense than any other make of
incubator.
Seventh — To be in all essentials the simplest and easiest to operate and control, requiring less
attention than any other make or style of incubator.
Eighth — To produce larger, stronger and healthier chicks and ducklings than any other style or
make of incubator.
Ninth — That when it is run in competition with any incubator of a different make, it shall, in three
or more hatches, bring out a larger average percentage of the fertile eggs in good, healthy chicks and
ducklings than does its competitor.
Tenth — That each and every Standard Cyphers Incubator we send out will do satisfactory
work in the hands of the purchaser, provided he will give it a fair trial, or it can be returned
to us within 90 days, in good repair, less reasonable wear, and the purchase price will be refunded.
While you are about it, buy the best—THE STANDARD HATCHER OF THE WORLD— then
you will know you are right, so far as owning a strictly first-class incubator is concerned, and it should be
remembered, when you come to the question of success or failure in raising chickens by artificial means,
that THE INCUBATOR YOU USE is “the neck of the bottle.”
Price List of Genuine Standard Cyphers Incubators, 1909 Pattern
No. 0. 1909 Fire-Proof Standard Cyphers Incubator, 70 hen egg size — 56 duck eggs
No. 1 . 1909 “ “ “ “ 144 hen egg size— 1 12 “ ‘
No. 2. 1909 “ “ “ “ 244 hen egg size — 200
No. 3 . 1909 “ “ “ “ 39° hen egg size— 300
Farm Economy Incubator (no hen eggs) .
Boys’ Choice Incubator (50 hen eggs) .
No. 1 Electrobator (for hatching by electricity), (72 hen eggs).
$15 00
22 00
32 00
38 00
12 00
7 5 °
15 00
We are also Agents for CYPHERS’ POULTRY FOODS and SUPPLIES. Write Us for Catalogue.
JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
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CYPHERS FIRE-PROOFED BROODERS—1909 STYLES
The Apparently Impossible Has
Been Accomplished at Moderate
Cost, and a Better Line of Outdoor
and Indoor Brooders Produced
Than Ever Before Has Been
Placed on the Market.
They comply fully and satisfac¬
torily with the severe but necessary fire
protection requirements, and after be¬
ing tested by the engineers have been
approved by the Underwriters’ Laborato¬
ries (Inc.), and will bear their label, thus
notifying the interested public that these
brooders MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS
—that they have been tested, inspected
and approved under the direction of the
National Board of Fire Underwriters.
CYPHERS STYLE B, 1909, OUTDOOR FIRE-PROOFED INSURABLE BROODER.
Formerly known as Style A. Price, $16.50.
Three-apartment, Combination Outdoor Brooder and Colony Roost¬
ing Coop. Self-Regulating and Self-Ventilating. Equipped with Cyphers
Standard Adaptable Hover and bears Fire Underwriters’ “Inspected
Brooder” label
CYPHERS THREE-APARTMENT BROODER, STYLE A
1908 PATTERN
• Although 1908 Pattern, we shall still carry this brooder in stock, being cheaper in price (only $15.00)
than the new fire-proof style B, which is same in size. It has heretofore been the most popular make of
brooder designed and built to date for use of poultry raisers under widely varying conditions. Sold by
the thousands during last twelve years, and is in successful use in every civilized country in the world.
Briefly, the special merits of this brooder are:
First — It is the largest single-flock, popular-priced brooder.
Second —It is rain-proof and storm-proof.
Third It is perfectly safe, being heated by a Cyphers Safety Brooder Stove instead of a lamp.
Fourth — The stove is safe and trustworthy.
Fifth —The fumes of the stove cannot get into the chick chamber.
Sixth — The brooder stove is easy to get at.
Seventh The round chick guard prevents crowding and keeps the chicks from coming in contact.
Price (safely crated F. 0 . B. Philadelphia). 00
Prices of 1909 Cyphers Fire-Proofed Insurable Brooders
C\ PHERS SI YLE A 1909 OUTDOOR, (formerly known as Storm King), Self-Regulating, Self-
\ entilating, 1 wo-Apartment Combination Brooder and Colony Roosting Coop, equipped with
Adaptable Hover complete and bearing “Inspected Brooder” label. $12 50
P m S S TYLE B 1909 OUTDOOR (formerly known as Style A), (see description above),
belt-Kegulating, Self-Ventilating, Three-Apartment Combination Brooder and Colony Roost¬
ing Coop, equipped with Adaptable Hover complete and bearing “Inspected Brooder” label, 16 50
CYPHERS STYLE C 1909 OUTDOOR, Self-Regulating, Self-Ventilating, Three-Apartment
Combination Brooder and Colony Roosting Coop, with Double-Wall and Double-Glass Insu¬
lation, equipped with Adaptable Hover complete and bearing “Inspected Brooder” label. . 18 5 0
^ ® INDOOR, Self-Regulating, Self-Ventilating Brooder, equipped with
Adaptable Hover complete and bearing ‘' Inspected Brooder” label..;. t t so
CYPHERS ADAPTABLE HOVER, Self-Regulating, Self-Ventilating, for use in home-made
Brooders, Colony Houses, etc., etc.; may be moved from one Brooder or Coop to another at
will; complete with Standard Cyphers Regulator, Tested Brooder Thermometer and bearing
Inspected Brooder” label, safely crated. g - 0
v ° u L TRY foods and dogs
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ABRIDGED LIST OF HIGH-GRADE
POULTRY FOODS AND MEDICINES
FOR COMPLETE LIST ASK FOR OUR POULTRY SUPPLY CATALOGUE. FOODS SUBJECT
TO CHANGE WITH FLUCTUATIONS OF THE MARKET
CYPHERS POULTRY FOODS
GENUINE.
SEALED BAGS
Cyphers
Chick Food ..
Forcing Food
Shredded Alfalfa
Fullnest Egg Food.
Lice Powder. 5-oz. _
Roup Cure. Small pkg., 25c.; medium, 50c.; large, $1.00.
Lice Liquid. 1 qt. can, 35c.; 2 qt., 60c.; 1 gal., $1.00.
Two lb pkg., 25c.
5 lb. Bag.
10 lb. Bag.
25 lb. Bag.
50 lb. Bag.
100 lb. Bag
$0 25
$0 40
$0 75
$1 40
$2 45
25
40
80
I 45
2 50
25
40
85
I 50
2 70
25
40
75
I 40
2 45
25
40
80
i 45
2 5 °
25
40
75
1 25
2 25
25
40
75
1 20
2 15
25
40
80
1 35
2 40
pail, 25
lbs., $2.00.
25c.; 48-oz. box., 50c.; 100 ozs., $1.00.
Bag.
10 lb. Bag.
25 lb. Bag.
50 lb. Bag.
100 lb. Bag.
25
$0 45
$1 OO
$1 75
S3 25
25
40
80
1 45
2 50
20
35
75
1 25
2 25
20
35
80
I 40
2 45
20
30
65
I 10
2 OO
10
20
30
45
80
10
20
30
45
75
gallon
s.
JOHNSON’S VIGOR FOODS
Are those of our own preparation, under our original formulas, and cannot be excelled
5 lb. Ba " ~ " ~ “ “
Johnson’s Vigor Ground Beef Scrap .$0 25
“ Vigor Egg Food . 25
Vigor Scratch Food . 20
Vigor Pigeon Food .
Short Cut Clover Hay . 20
“ Mica Crystal Grit .
“ Crushed Oyster Shell .
“ Vigor Egg Maker. 2-lb. pkg., 25c. ,.
Vigor Roup Remedy. 25c. pkg. makes 2;
“ Lice Powder. Pkg., 10c., 25c., 50c., $1,00
Lee’sLice Liquid. 1 qt., 35c.; 2 qts., 60c.;"i gal., $1.00.
Lambert’s Death to Lice Powder. Pkg., 10c., 25c., 50c., $1.00.
Conkey’s Roup Remedy. Pkg., 50c.; large pkg., $1.00.
Conkey’s Cholera Remedy. Pkg., 50c. (One size only.)
Charcoal. Coarse, fine, medium, 2-lb. pkg., 10c.; 100 lbs., $2.50
Tobacco Stems. Large bale, $1.50; 5 bales for $6.25.
Peas, Canada Field. For pigeons, $1.65 per bushel.
Choice Red Wheat. Select quality. $ 1.35 per bushel.
Sunflower. Russian, 10c. per qt.; $1.40 per bushel.
Kaffir Corn. 10c. per qt.; $1.25 per bushel.
Hemp, Russian. 10c. per qt.; about $1.50 per bushel.
Barley.Selected feeding, 10c. per qt.; $1.25 per bushel.
Cracked Corn. Sifted, $2.00 per 100 lbs.
Granulated Oats, or Grits. $4.00 per 100 lbs.
JOHNSON’S NEW
POULTRY SUPPLY CAT¬
ALOGUE IS COMPLETE
AND FULL OF UP-TO-
DATE SUGGESTIONS.
We carry the largest stock
in the East. If interested,
write for it.
THOROUGHBRED SCOTCH COLLIES
THE MOST FAITHFUL, MOST INTELLIGENT, MOST USEFUL OF DOGS
The King of the canine race. They are the servants of the Shepherd and the Farmer, par excellence,
but if any one is in want of a faithful,
intelligent, trustworthy servant and com¬
panion, let him get a Scotch Collie. There
is hardly anything these dogs will not
learn, and nothing they will not do. They
are most loving and kind.
Color — We prefer sable and white
as we think they make the handsomest
dogs, but we often have them black and
tan and black and white.
Breeding — Our stud dogs and breed¬
ing bitches are all pedigreed and registered
in the American Kennel stud book, and in
their veins runs the bluest of blue blood.
Price of puppies largely depends upon
breeding and individual specimens. We
can mostly supply males at $10.00 to
$15.00 each, and females at $8.00 to $10.00
each; $17.00 to $25.00 per pair.
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
INSECTICIDES
Spray Your Fruit Trees
They Need It
FOR SAN JOSE SCALE USE
“ TARGET BRAND” SCALE DESTROYER
This is composed of a, non-penetrating oil combined with resin. It is thoroughly soluble in
water, and will not separate, nor does it need to l>e agitated while spraying. It can even be mixed
a day or two before being used, and allowed to be stored in the spray tank or other vessels without
separation.
It is beyond a doubt the cheapest, easiest to prepare, and the most reliable spray for fruit
orchards.
It coats the tree with a thin film, killing the scale by suffocation and not by penetration, as
in the latter process the tree suffers. It can be used a9 a preventive as well as a cure.
Directions accompany each package.
Write for circular and testimonials.
Price, 1 qt., 35c.; % gal., 65c.; 1 gal., $1.00; 5 gals., $3.75 ; 10 gals., $7.50.
beo. u. 6. pat. orr.
APHIS PUNK. A preparation of nicotine for killing
insect life on plants and flowers without injuring blooms or
foliage. 60c. per box of 12 rolls.
BORDEAUX MIXTURE. In liquid form. Ready for
use by adding water. One gallon of mixture makes 50 gal¬
lons. Price, 1-quart can, 35c.; 1-gallon can,90c.
COPPER SULPHATE. For early spraving and making
Bordeaux Mixture. Lb., 10c.; 25 lbs., $2.25 ; 100 lbs., $7.50.
CARBOLIC SOAP. Price, 1-lb. cake, 10c.; or by mail,
25c.
FIR TREE OIL. Frees plants of nearly all insects to
which they are subject; also a valuable
remedy for animal parasites. Price, %-
pint tin, 40c.; pint, 65c.; qt., $1.25.
HELLEBORE, P O W I) E R E I)
WHITE. For the destruction of slugs,
worms, caterpillars, etc. Price, 20c. per
lb., or by mail, 35c.
SLUG SHOT. For bugs and blight.
Especially good for potato bugs. 5-lb.
pkg., 25c.; 100 lbs., $1.00
PARIS GREEN. A poisonous, in¬
soluble powder for preventing the rav¬
ages of potato bugs, worms, caterpillars,
etc. Price, per lb., 35c.; 5-lb. can, $1.60.
WHALE Oil. SOAP. For washing trees and for
insects on tender plants. 1-lb. box, 15c.; 5 lbs., 10c. per lb.
THE FAIRMOUNT WEED KILLER. For killing
weeds in walks, drives, etc., (in liquid form). One-gallon
pail makes 20 gallons treating liquid. One-gallon pail, $1.25.
LEMON OIL. Will destroy mealy bug and red spider.
34 pt., 25c.; 1 pt., 40c.; qt., 75c.; 34 & a1 -. fa-25; lgal., $2.00.
PERSIAN INSECT POWDER. % lb., 10c.; lb., 30c.
SULPHUR FOR MILDEW. Lb., 7c.; 5 lbs., 30c.; 25
11)8., $1.25.
ROSE LEAF EXTRACT OF TOBACCO. Pt., 25c.;
qt., 50c.; gal., $1.25.
SULPHO TOBACCO SOAP. A universal insecticide.
10c. and 25c. per package.
SHOO FLY. Keeps the flies from horses and cattle.
Per qt., 35c.; per gal., $1.00.
FLY DRIVER. For use on horses and cattle. 1 qt., 60c.;
2 qts., $1.00.
TOBACCO DUST. Pure ground tobacco (not ground
stems). Per lb., 5c.; i>er 100 lbs., $2.50.
TOBACCO STEMS. Per bale of about 200 lbs., $1.50.
STERLING WORTH WEED
KILLER. A dry powder to be
dissolved in water. May be ap¬
plied with an ordinary watering
can. Most satisfactory-, complete¬
ly destroys all weeds arid objection¬
able vegetable growths. Prices :
1-lb. package, maki 8 15 gallons,
60e.; 3-11). package, makes 45 gal¬
lons, $1.25; 5-lb. package, makes
75 gallons, $2.00.
FERTILIZERS
Write for Special Prices in Quantity
ASHES (Canada Unleaclied Hardwood). Indispen¬
sable as a lawn dressing, or to apply to orchards. They
should be applied late in fall or early in spring, so that the
rains and snows may leach the ashes and carry the elements
down to the roots of grass or trees. Apply about 1000 lbs. to
the acre. Per 100 lbs., 81.50 ; bbl., $2.50
GROUND BONE. Animal bones furnish the soil with
the essential requisite of nitrogen as well as phosphoric acid.
Tlie most substantial fertilizer for lawns and plants. Feeds
the soil for fully ten months after application. 5-lb. hag
25c.; 25 lbs., 75c.: 100 lbs., $2.00; sack of 200 lbs., $3.50.
BONE FLOUR. Ground very fine: excellent for pot
plants or beds where an immediate effect is wauled. 5 lbs.,
30c.; 25 lbs., 90c.; 100 lbs., $2.75; bag of 200 lbs., 85.00.
No. 1.—BONE PHOSPHATE. The leading ammoni-
ated phosphate and the best for general purposes. In mak¬
ing new lawns or golf links this is the best fertilizer for im¬
mediate effect. 100 lbs., 81.75; 200-lb. bag, 82.75.
GILT-EDGED POTATO M ANURE. Made expresslv
for white and sweet potatoes and tobacco. Keeps tubers
clean and smooth. Per 200-lb. bag, 83.50.
KAINIT (German Potash Salt). Most useful for
making “Commercial" fertilizers, or can be used alone. If
used on lawns it should be spread during winter. 100 lbs
$1.25 ; 200 lbs., $2.00.
LAND PLASTER. 200-lb. bag, $1.50.
LAWN DRESSING (Odorless). A scientific food for
lawns. Guaranteed. 10 lbs.. 40c.; 25-lb. bag, $1.00; 50-lb.
bag. 81.75: lOu lb. bag, 83 00.
TPAOt STERUNGWORXH- mabk
CONCENTRATED PUNT-FOOD-
-- TA.BLETS~
- STATE. .
STERLING WORTH PLANT FOOD TABLETS.
Contain nitrogen, ammonia, phosphoric acid and potash.
A new, scientific, odorless, concentrated fertilizer
for potted plants. If your house plants are not doing well
they need these tablets. Trial size, 10c., postpaid; large
size, 25c., postpaid.
NITRATE OF SODA. A fertilizer for all crops. Quick
in action, and hastens maturity of crops fully two weeks.
Should not be applied until the plants are above ground,
when 100 to 150 lbs. per acre should be sown mixed with
wood-ashes or land-plaster. 5 lbs., 30c.; 25 lbs., $1.25 ; 50 lbs..
$2.00 ; 100 lbs , $3.50.
SALT (Agricultural). For top-dressing asparagus
beds. 200 lbs., $1.50. ‘ °
SHEEP MANURE ( Pulverized). A pure natural
manure and a most nutritious food for young plants. As a
lawn fon-dressing it is unequaled. 5-lb. package, 25c.; 10 lbs.,
40c.; 50 lbs., $1.50 ; 100 lbs., $2.50.
TOBACCO STEMS. A fertilizer and insecticide com¬
bined. Bbl., $1.00; bale of about 200 lbs., $1.50.
SPRAY PUMPS AND SPRAYING APPLIANCES
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Spray Your Trees—Save Your Orchards
Save your trees by spraying in the spring and autumn, and
counteract the ravages of the San Jose scale. Our
special spraying circular will be mailed free
on request. We carry a complete line of
standard Spray Pumps, Atomizers and
Spraying Nozzles.
Popular Standard Spray Pumps
DEMING’S CENTURY BARREL SPRAY PUMP
A first-class pump in every respect. Has brass
working parts throughout, large air chamber, agitator
operated by lever, and 12% feet hose, nozzle and pole
holder. Price, without barrel, $13.00.
THE SIMPLEX BARREL SPRAY PUMP
Very popular. Has large air chamber, brass lined
plunger, piston-rod brass cased, and solid brass plunger
and valves, agitator and 12K feet of hose. Price,
THE CENTURY SPRAY PUMP. ... . , ,
(deming). Price, I13.00. without barrel, $10.00
THE SIMPLEX SPRAY PUMP.
(DEMING).
Price, $ 10 . 00 .
MYERS’ BUCKET PUMP
Has brass chamber, foot rest and
large air chamber. Very popular.
Price, $3.00.
SUCCESS SPRAY PUMPS
Brass, large air chamber, Bordeaux
nozzle and 3 feet of hose. Price, $4.25
PERFECT SUCCESS BUCKET
PUMP
One of the best, has brass working
parts, foot rest, and excellent for spray¬
ing, white-washing, extinguishing fires
and disinfecting stables or poultry
houses. Price, $4.75.
“ Cyclone ” Atomizer Sprayer
Made in tin and brass. Throws a spray as fine
as mist Is adapted for the destroying of every
kind of insect. Very useful in spraying kerosene
and lice killers in poultry houses; also in spraying
potatoes with Paris-green water, and in gardens and
vineyards. Price, tin, 50c.; brass, 75c.
Little Gem Spray Pump
Entirely of brass, including
the working parts, dis¬
charge and connecting
tubes, plunger-rod and air
chamber, so that all parts
(except the rubber hose) that come
contact with the fluid are of
brass, making it practical for using
any of the spraying mixtures in
common use. Will throw a spray
of any degree of fineness, or a round
stream, to a distance of fifty feet.
It is furnished with a shut-off cock.
Price, including nozzle and two feet
of hose, $3.50.
Empire King Pump A LdrK 7;,mp Powerful
Has two nozzles, two ten-foot sections of
heavy hose, so two rows of trees or vines can be
sprayed at one time. Has mechanical agitator
and all brass working parts. Price, $13.00; includ¬
ing barrel, set up, $16.00.
The
Auto-Spray
The Auto-Spray is
a perfect compressed-
air sprayer, which
works automatically
from 6 to 15 minutes,
according to the nozzle
opening. It may be
charged in 15 seconds
by a few strokes of the
plunger. It has a ca¬
pacity of four gallons,
■and, when properly
charged, contains three
gallons of solution and
one gallon of com¬
pressed air.
Eight to twelve
strokes of the plunger
will compress the air,
and two pumpings will
discharge the entire
contents.
Three gallons of
solution or one charge
will easily cover one-
half acre of potatoes or
similar crop. auto-spray.
It is made in four styles, but we recommend
the brass tank as costing but little more than the
galvanized, and is practically indestructible.
PRICE:
No. 1 — A. Brass, with Stop-cock. $6 00
No. 1—B. “ “ Auto-pop. 7 00
No. 1 — C. Galvanized, with Stop-cock_ 4 50
No. 1 — D. “ “ Auto-pop.... 5 50
EXTENSION PIPES (2 Feet Long)
Galvanized Iron, each. $0 25
Brass, each. 40
LOWELL TANK SPRAYER. s 00
LITTLE GEM PUMP
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
HOK8ERADI8H GRATER.
NAPANOCH TOOL KIT.
GARDEN REEL. TROWEL.
PERFECTION SHEARS.
“OUT O* SIGHT” RAT TRAP.
LAWN MOWERS. CYLINDER CHURN.
PRUNING KNIFE—STAG HANDLE.
GardenToolsand Requisites
ACME ASPAKAGU8 BCNCHEB.
Asparagus Buncher, “Acme,” with
knife, $2.00.
Asparagus Knife. Chisel-shaped, 25c.
Bee Hives, Boot's, Bee Supplies. Send
for special list.
Bone Cutters. For green and dry bone. Send
for special list.
Churns. In assortment see page 87.
Cider Mills, “ Buckeye.*' Junior, $12;
medium, $18; Senior, $21.
Corn Planters. Automatic, hand, $1.50.
Corn Shelters, “Bed Chief.”
“ “Favorite, Jr.” Strong and
well made.
CornShellers, “Lightning.” Two hole, $14.
Dibbles. For transplanting. Steel-pointed,
wooden or iron handles, 40c., 50c,. 60c.
Drills Planet Jr. See third cover page.
Drill, Eureka Seed. For hot-bed use and
small gardens, $1.
Egg Cases. See poultry supply catalogue.
Free.
Feed Cookers. See poultry supply cata¬
logue. Mailed free.
Floral Tools. 50c. to $1 per set.
Flower Pots. Write for special prices in
large quantities. 2 inehes, per dozen, 7c.,
per 100, 50c.; 3 inches, per dozen, 11c.; per
100, 88c.; 4 inches, per dozen, 18c.; per 100,
$1.38; 5 inches, 32c.; per 100, $2.50; 6 inches,
per dozen, 49c.; per 100, $3.75; 7inches, per
dozen, 78c.; per 100, $6.00.
Flower Pot Saucers and Bulb Pang. All
sizes. Write for quotations.
Neponset Water-Proof Paper Flower
Pots. Invaluable to the florist. (Send for
special circular.) Prices : 2^-inch, per 1000,
$2.40; 3-inch, per 1000, $3.90 ; 3%-inch, per
1000, 85.15 ; 4- inch, per 1000, 86.90.
Forks, Garden. In large assortment.
Garden Fines. 60 ft., 30c.; 90 ft., 60c.; 120
ft.. 75c.
Garden Keels. Iron, small, 50c.; galvanized,
single, $1.25; galvanized, double, $1.75.
Glazing Points, “ Peerless.” Per 1000,
60c.; 5000 lots, 55c. per 1000.
Harrows. See page 96 and third cover.
Hoes. In large variety.
Horse Hoes—Planet Jr., Iron Age. See
page 96 and third cover.
Horseradish Graters. No. 1, $6 ; No. 2
(steel pin), $7; No. 3 (steel pin with legs
and treadle), $11.
Hose. Rubber, garden, 8,10 and 12c. per ft.
Hotbed Mats. Burlap, 40 x 76 in., 85c.; 76
x 76 in., 81.10. (Special price by the dozen.)
Hotbed Sash. Without glass, 3x6 ft., $1.25
each ; with glass, $3 each.
Knives. Budding, 20 cts. to $1 ; corn, 50 cts.,
potato, concaved and curved, 30 cts,; prun¬
ing, 75 cts. to $1 ; edging, American, 50 cts.;
English, 81.25,
Gabels. For pots, painted, Zy in., 70c. per
1000 ; 4-in., 80c. per 1000; 4'y in., 85c. per
1000 ; 5-in., $1 per 1000 ; 6-in., $1.50 per 1000;
10-in., $-1.50 per 1000.
Labels. For trees, notched, 50 cts. tier 1000
iron-wired, $1 per 1000; copper- wired, $1.25
per 1000.
Lawn Mowers. Ask for prices.
Lawn-Sprinklers. In variety, 75c. to $3.50.
Mastica. For glazing greenhouses. Per
y gal. 65c ; per gal. $1.25.
Mastica Machines. For applying mastica,
$1.25 each.
Plant Bed Cloth, Light. 8c. per yard: piece
of 68 yards, 7 %c. per yard ; medium, 12c.
per yard ; piece of 60 yards,ll}£c. per yard ;
Heavy, 15C. per yard ; piece of 40 yards,
14c. per yard. Samples on application.
Poultry Supplies. Full and complete stock.
See pages 87, 88, 89, this catalogue, and send
for our special catalogue.
Presses. Wine and berry. No. 1, S3; No. 2,
$3.75; No. 3, 86.
Pruner. Water’s Improved Tree, 4 ft., 75c.;
6 ft., 85c.; 8 ft., $1 ; 10 ft., $1.15 ; 12 ft., $1.25.
Pumps. See page 93.
Bakes. All styles, sizes and prices, 30c. to$l.
Baphia. For tying asparagus, etc. Per lb.,
15c.; 10 lbs., $1.25; 100 lbs., $11. Special
price by the bale.
Kooflng Materials. See poultry supply-
catalogue.
Saws. Pruning, 16-in., 75cts.; 18-in., 90 cts.,
20-in., $1.10.
Scissors. Grape thinning, English, $1; Fruit
and Flower Gatherers, hold after cutting,
American, 25 cts.; imported, $1.
Scythes. American, $1; American, brush, 90
cts.; English, lawn, riveted back, $1.25.
Seed Sowers.
Calioon. Broadcast, easily regulated, $3.25.
Cyclone. Sows all kinds of grain and
grass seed perfectly, 81.50.
Little Giant. 81.50.
GARDEN AND FARM TOOLS
95
Shears. Hedge, SI.50; Grass Border, $2;
with wheel, S2.50 ; Pruning, “ Perfect,” No. j
7,81,75; No. 8, $2; Lopping, long-har.dled,
75c; Tree Pruning, 6 ft., 85c.; 8ft., 81; 10 ft.,
81.15; Sheep, for grass, 50c. and 75c.
Shovels. In variety. 85 cts. to 81.50.
Sickles, or Grass Hooks. American, 25
cts.; English, riveted back, 50c.
Sieves. 18-in., any mesh, 60 cts.; 20-in., any
mesh, 75 cts.
Spades. In variety. 85 cts. to 81.50.
Sprayers. See page 93.
Thermometers. Tin, japanned, 15 cts,;
glass floating for dairy, 15c. and 25c.; hot¬
bed or mushroom, 81.50; incubator 50c.; self¬
register, 2.50. See also page 94.
Tool Kit Napanoch. A good friend and
handy article to have in case of accident.
Price, 82.
Trowels. Stamped steel, 10c., 15c. and 20c.;
Solid steel, 35c., 40c. and 50c.
Trowel. Transplanting, 35c.
Traps, “ Olmsted 99 (Mole.) The best, 81.50.
“ Out-o’-Siglit ” (Rat), 15c. each ; 81.25per
dozen. ** Out-o’-Sight ” (Mouse). 10c.
each; 25c. for 3; 85c. per dozen.
Twines. Cotton, 25c. lb.; jute, 18c. lb.; flax,
30c. lb.
Watering Pots. Galvanized, short spout,
4-qt.,40c.; 6-qt., 50c.; 8-qt., 65c.; 10-qt., 85c.;
12-qt., 81; 16-qt., 81.50. Tin, painted green,
1-qt., 20c.; 2-qt., 25c.; 4-qt., 35c.; 6-qt., 45c.;
8-qt., 60c.; 10-qt., 75c.
Watering Pots. Heavy Galvanized Long
8pout. 4-qt., 8150; 6-qt., 81.75; 8-qt., 82;
10-qt., 82.25; 12-qt., 82.60.
AVater Barrel and Truck. 1%-in. wheels,
89.25; 2%-in. wheels, 810; 3%-in. wheels,
810.75; Large Box to fit on truck, 83.
AVeeders, “Excelsior,” 10c. Three-
Prong, 15c. “ Laing’s,” 25c. “ Cleve¬
land,” lawn, 50c.
.Wheelbarrows. Wide tread, No. 3,83.50;
I No. 4, 84; No. 5, 84.50.
We carry many TOOLS AND REQUISITES not listed here. When
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JOHNSON SEED COMPANY
“Iron
Age
D Drills, Wheel Hoes,
Cultivators, Horse Hoes, Etc.
Complete “IRON AGE”
Catalogue, fully Illustrating
all these tools, sent free
As a Hill and
Drill Seeder
only (No. 7).
Price, 89.00.
No. 6 “IRON AGE” COMBINED DOUBLE WHEEL
HOE, HILL AND DRILL SEEDER
Price, complete, $12.00. One of the best im¬
plements made. Ten tools in one. Sows in rows
or drops in hills at 4, 6 , 8 , 12 or 24 inches apart.
Quickly changed into a Double or Single
Wheel Hoe, as No. 1 opposite. Does each
and every operation in the most satisfac¬
tory manner.
No. 1 “IRON AGE” DOUBLE OR SINGLE
WHEEL HOE
Price, complete, $7.00.
Is equipped with side hoes and
plows, slender steel cultivator teeth
and a pair of rakes; simplest, strong¬
est and most practical tool of its kind.
As a No. 3 (side hoes only), $4.25.
THE GEM OF THE GARDEN WHEEL HOE
Popular for its intrinsic worth.
Single Wheel Hoe.Price, $4 00
Double ” “ . “ 5 00
SINGLE
WHEEL GEM
No. 12 “ IRON AGE ” WHEEL PLOW AND
CULTIVATOR
Notably for lightness, strength, low price
and variety of satisfactory work it will
accomplish. Can be used as a plow,
hoe, cultivator or rake.
Price, $3.50. As wheel plow only.
No. 11. Price, $2.50.
No. 12
NEW MODEL DRILL
We have sold the New Model Drill for
years; it always gives satisfaction.
It is strongly made, sows
any kind of seed with
regularity, and is one of
the steady
reliables.
PRICE, $8.00
No. 1 “ IRON AGE ” DIAMOND TOOTH HARROW AND CULTIVATOR.
Especially suitable for ber-
ries and small plants. Culti¬
vates deep and thorough
without throwing earth and
for close work. Lever regu¬
lates from 11 in. to 34 in.
Price, complete, $5.00. With
lever only, $t.50. Plain, $3.75
No. 6 “IRON AGE” HORSE HOE AND CULTIVATOR
Remarkable for great adjustability.
With lever is expanded from 11 in. to 30 in. Tin
wheel regulates the depth. The furrow-closing attach
ment pulverizes and
levels the ground. The
side hoes have numerous
adjustments. A most sat¬
isfactory and popular im¬
plement. Price, complete,
$6.25. With plain
wheel and without
lever, $5.00.
PRESS OF EDW. STERN & CO., INC
PLANET JR. FARM AND GARDEN TOOLS
PI O I *• C enable you to do two days’ work in one, easier, cheaper, better, with less fatigue. They pay
* iailcl • 1 for themselves in a season. Write to-day for a free copy of the 1909 Planet Jr. Cata¬
logue, a finely illustrated, instructive handbook. Describes entire Planet Jr. line, including seeders; wheel hoes; hand,
one and two-horse cultivators; harrows, etc.
No. 3
Hill and Drill Seeder
Price, $ 10.00
A ,r¥c-
Planting in rows and thinning afterwards is a terri¬
ble time-waste. The No. 3 Seeder puts the seed right on
the spot where the hill is wanted. Plants 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24
inches apart, or in a continuous row as desired. Changed
in a moment. Holds 3 quarts. The most accurate drill
made, and guaranteed satisfactory.
8 Hnfca HdP * s a remarkably efficient Cultivator
I1UI aw IlUw anc j Hoe, meeting perfectly the manv
needs for which it Is intended. Extra high, stiff steel frame, with
interchangeable non-clogging self-polishing standards. Closes
to 9 and opens to 25 inches. Patent depth regulators; adjustable
handles; reversible hoes, and many other exclusive features.
No. 8
Horse Hoe
Price, $8.50
Twelve-Tooth Harrow
Cultivator and
Pulverizer
Price, 88.50
Lees Pulverizer, 87.00
L.ess Wheel and
Pulverizer, 86.00
No. 4 Combined Hill and Drill
Seeder, Single Wheel Hoe,
Cultivator and Plow
Price, complete,
$ 10.50
As a Drill only
$8.50
With the Twelve-Tooth Harrow you go deep or
shallow, come up close to row without injuring plants,
cut out ali the weeds, stir the soil and mellow and fine it.
It’s a special favorite with strawberry growers, market
gardeners and truckers.
No. 16 SINGLE WHEEL HOE
A light, inexpensive and extremely efficient tool.
Frame and handles are adjustable, and wheels can be
changed to the other side of the frame, when both sidee
of the row can be .
hoed at one passage.
Price, 85.50 ] A
The Drill is the same as the No. 3 Seeder, but smaller.
By moving only one bolt the drill is taken off and the tool
frame attached, making it one of the best of the Planet
Jr Single Wheel Hoes. This gives you the “ whole busi*
ne6S ” in one tool.
No. 11 Double Wheel Hoe
Price, 88.50
No. 17 SINGLE WHEEL HOE
This tool is identical with No. 16, but has only a
pair of 6-inch hoes, a plow, and a net of cultivator
teeth — an outfit sufficient for most garden work.
The other attachments can be added at any time.
Price, 84.76
This Wheel Hoe is a famous labor-saver. It will do a variety
of work that is almost incrsdible, and it is changed and adjusted
with ease and quickness. The wheels can be set to four dif¬
ferent widths and the frame at three heights. The tools are
changed without removing a single nut. Nothing like it for
onion growers.
PLANET JR. No. 12 Double Wheel Hoe
Price, 86.50
Price, 82.20.
Invaluable for
use in small
gardens. Mold-
board of tem¬
pered and pol¬
ished steel. Tho
depth is easily
and quickly
changed.
Very useful to
plow up chicken
yard6.
Fire-Fly Garden Plow
This tool is identical with No. 11 Wheel Hoe, except that it
has fewer attachments, and is sold at a correspondingly less
price. The tools shown and sold with No. 12 are what gardeners
use most, and the others can be added as wanted.
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