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1 599 Catalo
Garden and Agricultural
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1300 NORTH 54th STREET
PHILADELPHIA
Our Prize
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FLOWER SEEDS...
2 Pkts. SWEET PEAS, Best Mixed
" CARNATION, Marguerite
" POPPY, Golden Gate
" MIGNONETTE, Giant Red
" PANSV, Large Flowering
" VERBENA, Choice Mixed
" CLEOME PUNGENS
" ASTERS, Fancy Varieties, Mixed
" PHLOX, Large flowering
" NASTURTIUM, Dwarf, Mixed
" ALVSSUM, Little Gem
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Beautiful Flowers for Every Garden
We will send the above collection, 12 full-size packets, by mail, post-paid, for
25c.
Regular value, $1.25...
...fOUR WONDERFUL COLLECTIONS...
For the benefit of those who are not acquainted with the best varieties of Vegetable and Flower Seeds, we have made out below the following four collections, suitable for both small and large family gardens. "WE WOULD LOSE MONEY on any of these collec- tions at the price we offer them if it were not for the advertising benefits we receive from each collection sold. "We expect every collection sold to gain us many new customers, and for this reason alone we will sell these collections at prices one-third their value.
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the following Choice Flower seeds : |
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Beet. Blood Turnip. |
Aster. Choice mixed. |
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Cabbage. Early Flat Dutch. |
Balsam. All colors, mixed. |
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Candytuft. Fine mixed. |
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Lettuce. Prize Head. |
Mignonette. Large flowering. |
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Watermelon. Ice Cream. |
Nasturtium. Dwarf mixed. |
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Onion. Yellow Globe Dan vers. |
Phlox. Fine mixed. |
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Radish. Early Scarlet Turnip. |
Pansy. Choicest mixed varieties. |
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Turnip. Purple Top Strap-Leaf. |
Stocks. Ten Weeks. Fine mixed. |
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Tomato. Perfection. |
Verhena. Mixed. |
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Squash. Early Bush Scallop. |
Sweet Peas. Choice mixed. |
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COLLECTION No. 3. |
COLLECTION No. 4. |
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20 packets Choice Vegetable Seeds by mail, |
20 packets Choice Flower Seeds |
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Beans. Early Valentine. |
Alyssum. Sweet. |
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Beet. Early Blood Turnip. |
Aster. Fine mixed. |
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Carrot. Farlv Spur! pt TTnrn |
Balsam. All colors, mixed. |
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Candytuft. Fine mixed. |
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Cabbage. Surehead. |
Calliopsis. Choice mixed. |
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Celery. Golden Dwarf. |
Centaurea. Mixed. |
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Corn. Early Minnesota. |
Convolvulus. Major. Mixed. |
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Cucumber. Improved White Spine. |
Dianthus Chinensis. Double mixed. |
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Lettuce. Early Curled Silisia. |
Larkspur. Fine mixed. |
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Lettuce. Prize Head. |
Marigold. French double mixed. |
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Musk Melon. Netted Gem. |
Mignonette. Large flowering. |
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Watermelon. Dixie. |
Nasturtium. Dwarf, mixed. |
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Onion. Yellow Globe Dan vers. |
Pansy. Choicest mixed. |
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Onion. Red Wethersfield. |
Petunia. Superfine mixed. |
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Parsnip. Improved Hollow Crown. |
Phlox. Choice mixed. |
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Peas. First and Best. |
Poppy. Double mixed. |
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Radish. Early Scarlet Turnip. |
Ricinus. Mixed. |
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Radish. Long Scarlet. |
Verbena. Fine mixed. |
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Tomato. Perfection. |
Stocks. Choice mixed. |
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Turnip. Purple Top Strap-Leaf. |
Sweet Peas. All colors, mixed. |
TO THE
SEED - USING PUBLIC
Market Gardeners
WE desire to thanK our many customers and friends for the liberal patronage given us the past season. It confirms more strongly than ever in our minds, that the new principles which we adopted (Selling direct to the seed-using public) are appreciated, and we are encouraged at the liberal support which has been given us by our numerous friends.
We have demonstrated conclusively that good seeds can be bought direct from us at the reduced prices which are named in our catalogue. Now that we are on the threshold of another business year, we again ask you for a contiuuance of your support, and hope to be favored with your order, which will have our prompt and careful attention.
Compare Our Prices
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See^Save
ALL
5 ct. Packets 3 cts. 10 ct. Packets 7 cts.
We can do this for the reason that we do our business direct with the consumer.
Sent by mail, post=paid, to any town in United States, Mexico or Canada
Guaranteed 'i— Seeds
Can be bought from us just as cheap as unwar- ranted seeds which you buy from a store.
We Will Refund
Money ^ *
If satisfaction is not given.
Ill I Ifl Print ^e give an aDsolute guarantee on all seeds
VI 11 \J ■ HI 1 1 K,K* bought from us that they shall be true to name and of strong germinating quality. Should they prove otherwise, we will refund your money or refill your order, free of charge.
Dl 2\I\JT^L ^e Par^cu^arly desire to call your attention to the ■ ^ ■ choice selection of plants offered by us, some rare and
beautiful varieties that should be in every home and garden. With our new facilities all our plant orders will be forwarded separately to seeds ordered direct from our green houses.
Wy p/^ m ill r|-| c« |-| g% On all orders amounting to 25 cents or Kl V.III0UI IIO {JIlVl over> we wiU give a premium. For
fjjrtfj-l* jc< D^l/",,l4r/^"|,*C particulars, see catalogue. Our
^ * ^ premium packets comprise some of the newest varieties of vegetables and flower seeds. These novelties can- not be purchased, and can only be obtained by sending an order for seeds amounting to 25 cents or over.
N P \SJ N ft IT! ^ We are always desi1"0118 of adding to our list M VTY I llllllVkJ new nameS) an(j to those sending us 25
names of their friends who have gardens, we will reciprocate the favor by
sending any two flower or vegetable novelties offered by us this year. To
those who were kind enough to send us names last year, we ask not to send
us the same again, as we cannot offer a premium for names we now have
on our books.
Market Gardeners f^^£r£Z
growers we will quote special prices. Kindly send us a list of your wants and we will name you very close prices. Wishing you all a joyful and, prosperous season, we remain,
Yours very respectfully,
CEO. H. WESTON, President
IT. KIRBY SMITH, Secretary and Treas.
Quaker City Seed Company
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i8gg CATALOG— QUAKER CITY SEED COMPANY, PHILADELPHIA.
•Four Grand Novelties for 1899
EVANSV
TRIUMPH
THE BEST LATE CELERY THE CELERY OF THE FUTURE
.. IT IS ..
THE FINEST FLAVORED THE LONGEST KEEPER THE MOST ECONOMICAL
For solidity, crispness and fine nutty flavor, it has no equal, and can be kept in the spring as late as April and May.
For market gardeners' late use the " Triumph" is the best of all celeries and the most profitable. LARQE, SOLID STALKS. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 30c; J lb., $1.00; lb., $3.00.
A NEW CUCUMBER ^ j»
...The Emerald
A Dark Green Cucumber that will hold its Color .
The Emerald retains every good point in the best strains of White Spine, and in addition, possesses that rich, dark green color which has been so long sought for but never before obtained. It is strictly an ever- green, retaining its color until fully ripe. On sight, its distinct dark green and spineless skin attracts the attention of everyone interested. The fruit sets early, and its vigorous vines abound in long, straight, hand- some fruits of the most desirable qualities. The flesh being peculiarly crisp and tender, and the flavor deli- cate, highly recommend it as a slicer. The young1 fruit being dark green, straight and tender, makes an excellent pickle, and when ripe none excel it for making sweet pickles. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15c; \ lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.
Japanese . . . Morning Glories
...SINGLE AND DOUBLE
The Most Beautiful and Valuable Annual Flowers Intro- duced in Twenty- five Years, and the Most Popular, the Flowers being Magnificent in Size and Appearance . .
The great variety of rich and delicate colors, tints and mark- ings is wonderful. They are of all shades of red, delicate pink to the most brilliant crimson and maroon, and innumerable shades of blue, from pale lavender to the richest indigo and pur- ple ; also white, yellow, brown, and many other odd shades. Many have a distinct marginal band of a different color from the rest of the flower, and some are spotted with pink, crimson, blue, brown, etc.; others are striped, blotched, mottled, rayed and shaded in an indescribable manner. Many are of very odd and singular forms ; some have the petals separate and distinct clear to the base ; others are scalloped, fringed, frilled or ruffled edges, some with wide, deep throats resembling choice Petunias, also magnificent double flowers of various colors. The foliage of some of the varieties is almost as beautiful as the flowers, and they would be worthy of culture in any garden even if they had no flowers. The leaves are of various forms, some ivy-like, smooth and glossy; others, very hairy ; some are green, splashed and variegated with white and silver-gray ; rich yellow or gol- den-bronze leaves, often splashed, marbled and mottled with white, gray and green. The vines of most varieties are very vig- orous and growth rapid, climbing from fifteen to thirty feet. They branch freely near the ground and soon cover arbors, piaz- zas, trellises, fences, walls or buildings with a mass of rich foliage and flowers. They begin to flower in a few weeks after planting the seeds and continue in bloom until killed by frost. Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c
A GRAND, NEW,
FANCY COSMOS
44 The Finest Cosmos in the World" ...New, Fancy Varieties ..
The result of many years' careful selection. The flowers are surpassingly beautiful. In the mixture are immense flowers, measuring from 4<j to 5 inches across, in white, pink, mauve and crimson. Some are shaped like single Camellias, but larger and more beautilul ; some of the crimson ones could almost be taken for single Dahlias other white ones have plaited petals prettily fringed, and resemble the Roinneya Coulterii, or California Tree Poppy. Some are star-shaped. The petals are plain in some flowers ; in others pinked, toothed or fringed, and beautifully overlapping. The colors range from pure white through shades of pink and red. The latter are in dark rich shades of red, shades heretofore unknown in Cosmos. Some white ones are delicately flushed or flecked with pink or mauve, and very beautiful flowers in pink and mauve have a dark red ring around the eye. The daintiest, white, pink and flushed, have laciniated petals, fringed to the centre of the flower, and resemble Marguerites, but are more beautiful and esthetic. The giant white are especially handsome, with very large, broad petals, flowers of great substance, almost as chaste and lovely as lilies. Pkt., 10c: pkts., 25c.
I8gg CATalOG — QUAKER CITY SEED COMPANY, PHILADELPHIA. 5.
HOW TO ORDER AND SEND MONEY.
SEEDS Ft Y M4IE> Our prices include prepayment of postage by us on all Seeds ordered by the packet, ounce, pound, pint or quart ; also on Plants and Bulbs. ^We guarantee safe delivery of Seeds sent by mall.
SEEDS BY EXPRESS OR FREIGHT. We deliver Seeds to any Express or Railroad Com- pany in Philadelphia, the purchaser to pay transportation charges upon receipt of goods. -e^Deduct 8 cents per pound from post-paid prices on Seeds ordered sent by Express or Freight. When possible, give full shipping instructions. In the absence of these particulars, we will use our best judgment.
No Charge for Bags, Boxes or Cartage on Seeds bought at prices herein named.
NAME, ADDRESS, ETC. When ordering, please give your name and full address. Many orders reach us on which the Name or Post Office Address is lacking. It is of course impossible for ustofill these orders until they are identified.
H TO SEND MONEY. Money can be sent at our risk, either by P. O. Order, Bank Draft, Express Order or Registered Letter. If your order amounts to $1.00 or more, it is best to send by one of the above methods. Postage Stamps received the same as Cash.
LIST OF VEGETABLE SEEDS.
ARTICHOKE.
Large Green Globe
Artichoke Bulbs, prices quoted on application.
Pkt. 3c.
oz. 20c.
341b. lb. 75c. 82.75
ASPARAGUS SEED AND ROOTS.
ASPARAGUS. Columbian Mammoth White. Gives immense yields of clear white shoots. A most distinct and valuable variety. The shoots remain white, without earthing or artificial blanching, as
long as fit for use, and it can be depended upon to give 80 to 90 per cent, of white plants from seed
Palmetto. Mammoth in size, even and regular in growth and appearance, usually
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P Conover's Colossal. A standard sort, color deep green, quality first-class, spreads less than other sorts. Yields from 15 to 30 sprouts from a single plant
ASPARAGUS ROOTS. Sent only by express at purchaser's expense.
Barr' s Mammoth. 2-year-old roots
. Palmetto. 2-year-old roots
Conover's Colossal. 2-year-old roots
Columbian Mammoth White. 2-year old roots
BROCCOLT. Snow White. Produces a firm, white bead
Purple Cape. Best variety
Brussels Sprouts. BRUSSELS SPROUTS. Improved Dwarf. Fine, compact beads..
BEANS, DWARF OR SNAP, GREEN POD.
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New Stringless Green Pod. (Burpee's.) Green pods. Absolutely stringless. Very fleshy. Two weeks earlier than Improved Extra Earlv Red Valentine.
Every market gardener should try them
Extra Early Red Valentine. (Round Pod.) Productive .7
Best of All. Early and of superior quality. Pods, round, green and fleshy 7
Boston Favorite. (Goddard.) Pods, green, splashed with red ." 7
Canadian Wonder. Pods very long and abundant 7
China Red Eye. Early. Continues long in bearing
Early Mohawk. Can be planted earlier than most beans on account of its
hardiness
Early Long Yellow Six Weeks. Full flat green pods
Horticultural. Pods full, green, splashed with red 7
Refugee. Extra Early. Two weeks earlier than the late 7
Refugee. Eate or 1000-to-l. The best Pickling sort
White Marrowfat. Best variety for field growing and for dry beans for win
ter use.
BUSH LIMA.
Burpee's. Most popular sort. Seed large as Pole Lima 7
Dreer's. Fine flavor. Verv early 7
Henderson's, Very hardy growth. Compact dwarf bushes, very prolific,
bearing continuously until end of season 7
BEANS, POLE OR RUNNING
Large White Lima, Largely grown, highly esteemed 7
King of the Garden Eima. ' Best large. Productive 7
nreer's Lima- Thick and fine qualitv. Large •• — 7
Lazy Wives. So named on account of the large number of pods it affords, mak- ing it easv to eret a supplv
Scarlet Runner. Ornamental and useful. The vine is graceful ; flowers are of a brilliant scarlet, and the Beans are of excellent quality, either when shelled
or in a drv state :
White Creaseback. The best early green podded. Pole bean entirely string- Lazy WiOCr-Pole Bean less Superb qualitv •• • •••••• 7
Burpee'* Sunshine Wax. Strong erower. Pods six to eight inches long. Fer-
fectlv straight. Brieht erolden color, perfectlv stringless 7
Pods large size, quite flat and verv. fleshv. Absolutely stringless and very brittle. Extra
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Golden Cluster.
fine flavor
Old Homestead. (Improved Kentuckv Wonder.) straight p xis Stringless and fine quality.
An' improved strain of the Southern Prolific. Long
Southern Prolific. Irows in clusters and matures earlv 7
White Dutch Case Knife. A good early variety. Very productive and large pods 7
Prices include prepayment of postage, by us, on packets, ounces, pounds, pints and quarts.
Owing to shortage lu Bean Crop, bushel prices subject to market fluctuations.
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Beans, Dwarf, Stringless, Wax, Pod,
Our packets of Beans contain on an average about 100 Seeds.
Large Pkt. Qt. Bu.
Black Wax, Improved Prolific. Very early. Pods round, full, stringless, fine quality 7c. 35c $4.25
Black "Wax, Challenge. Extra Strain of Dwarf Black Wax 7 35
Black Wax, Curries Bust Proof. Flat Pods. Very early and productive 7 35
Black Eye Wax. Very early and productive 7 35
Crystal Wax. Early, round, translucent pod 7 40
Davis White Wax. (New.) An entirely distinct sort. Seed is entirely white, without eye. Valu- able either in a green or dry state 7
Detroit Wax. An improved Golden Wax, and less liable to rust 7
Flageolet Red Wax. Pods flat, yellow, string- less, long and broad 7 40
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Large Pkt. Free from rust.
Golden Eye Wax,
Pods yellow, flat - 7c.
Golden Wax. (Improved.) Early flat, yellow pod.
Popular sort 7
Keeney's Rustless Golden Wax. Pods yellow,
meaty, and entirely stringless even when large
enough to shell 7
Perfection Wax. Yellow, flat, stringless pods,
early and more productive than Golden Wax 7
Pink Eye Wax. Early. Resembles Detroit Wax.. 7 Refugee Wax. Very productive ; early. For
early or late sowing 7
Wardwell's Kidney Wax. Pure wax pods, long,
flat, and not likely to rust 7
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We pay postage on all packets, ounces, pints and quarts. Pints at quart rates. Quarter and half bushels at bushel rates.
GARDEN BEETS,
Edmund's Improved Blood Turnip. A handsome, clean, turnip-shaped blood beet. Skin and flesh are of a deep, blood-red, sweet and tender in quality, and unsurpassed for solidity and keeping purposes. Large pkt., S»>.; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb. 40c
Egyptian.
15c; lb., 40c
Extra early ; deep blood color.
Large pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; 34 It ; Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; %
Eclipse. ExtTa early ; red ; attains good size lb., 15c; lb., 40c
Early Blood. A standard variety. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 10c; lb. 35c. •
Late, deep blood color. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c.
Columbia Beet.
Long Smooth Blood.
%lb., 10c; lb., 35c.
Extra Early Turnip. Fully as early and of better quality than the Egyp- tian. Of fine, globular shape, aud good size; t be roots are very smooth. In color the flesh is of alternate rings of light and dark pink ; very tender and sweet. Per pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Improved Blood Turnip Beet. The tops are of small, neat, and uni- form growth ; leaf stems and veins dark red. The roots are rich dark red in color. Flesh, deep red, fine grain, very sweet and tender, retaining its blood- red color when cooked. For a constant supply successive sowings of seed should be made throughout the spring and early summer. Per pkL, 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., Ice; lb., 50c.
New Columbia. Best early table variety. A first quality, extra early beet, and one that would answer well for winter use if sown later. Sown early in the spring, it is one of the first to be ready for the market or the table. Sown in July or August, it takes the place of our best winter varieties and will keep solid and sweet until spring; blood red. tender, rich and melting. By mail, post-paid, pkt., 3c; oz.,'8c; y4 lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
Stinson Beet. A new variety. Tops are verv small ; leaves round and narrow ; color dark red ; roots round, about three inches
in diameter. Fine-grained flesh, splendid quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., oOc
Mitchell's Extra Early. This has the coloi and small top of the well-known Egyptian variety, which fits it for growing under glass. The defects found in other varieties are entirely absent in the Mitchell Beet. * e recommend it to all for private use or market purposes. By mail, post-paid, pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; 34 lD-» 15c-; lb., 55c
Improved Early Bassano. This has been known for a long time as one of the best in the market. The flesh is remarkably rich tender aud sweet, light red or deep cherry color, fine form, free from rootlets, comes into use almost as early as anj . and owing to its beautiful color aud excellent quality, brings the highest price m the market. By mail, pkt., 3c, oz., 7c, % lb., 15c, lb., 50c.
Dewing's Improved. An excellent variety of blood turnip beet, not quite so early as Wilson^ Improved Grows to a good size, very tender and sweet when cooked ; keeps late in the winter. By mail, post-paid, pkt., 6c, oz., 7c, ^ lb., loc, lb., 40c.
Bastian's Extra Earlv Red Turnip. Profitable for the market gardener ; very early, of quick, large growth ; fine turnip form
and bright red color. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c, 34 lb., 15c; lb., 4uc.
The Eentz A new strain of Blood Turnip Beet. It is fully as early as the Egyptian, but larger and of better quality, turnip shap\ wftT smooth "Sot! ; da?k Dl7oTred flesh. *nder and sweet, never becoming tough or stringy ; small top, very productive and a good keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Early Yellow Turnip. Similar to the red turnip, excepting in color, which is of a bright yellow ; very sweet and fine flavored. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 40c.
Bastian's HaUMLong Blood Winter. One of the best winter varieties, grows to a good size, carries its thickness well down, a good cropper, keeps well in winter. Pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; 34 lb., 20c; lb., 50c.
PREMIUriS
GIVEN WITH EVERY ORDER OVER 25 CENTS.
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CABBAGES
It is with mueh pleasure we are able to state that our cabbage seed is the very best Long Island strain that can be obtained. There is so mach cheap imported cabbage seed offered for sale now in this country that buyers should be particular and inquire what kind of seed they are getting. We Sell only American grown Cabbage Seed. Our packets of cabbage contain on an average about 1,000 seeds.
Extra Early Express. The Earliest Cabbage in (he World. While not as large as Jersey Wakefield, it is several days earlier, and for a first early variety cannot be excelled. It resembles the Etampes in character and appearance, having solid, compact heads of conical form, of yellowish green color ; very dwarf and uniform ; desirable as a quick forcing sort. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.00.
Very Early Etampes. The earliest of all cabbages except Express, Heads oblong, rounded at top, solid and firm, medium size, very fine quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; M lb., 35c; lb., $1.20.
The New Lupton Cabbage. For this new cabbage the originator claims perfection of type, reliability of heading, strong constitution, early maturity, large size and complete adaptation to all purposes of the farmer or market gardener. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.
Luxemberg Hard Heading. True American. Owing to its many remarkable keeping properties, and the fact that the head remains as green as when gathered in the fall, it is the king of all cabbages for late spring selling. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; %lb., 60c, lb., $2.00.
Danish Ball-Head, or Hollander. A Denmark cabbage which has been grown and selected for more than fifty years by Danish gardeners. Heads are hard, round, of good mar- ketable size, fine grained and long keepers. One of the hardi- est, enduring drouth and frosts that would kill other vari- eties. Pkt., 3c; oz., 25c; 34 lb., 75c; lb., 12.80.
Large Late Flat Dutch. Grows to a large size, the flat, solid heads often weighing 15 to 20 lbs. A sure header and a good keeper over winter; extensively grown for shipping. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c; lb , $120.
Autumn King. One of the finest strains of late cabbage ever offered. It produces regular, even heads of enormous size, and can be relied upon to produce a greater weight of crop from the same space of ground than most of the late sorts, from the fact of its producing so few outer leaves. Pkt., 3c; oz.,20c; 341b., 50c; lb., $1.80.
World Beater. A very large autumn or winter cabbage, "solid as a rock," true to type, sure to head, fine grained and tender, stalks short, foliage dark green, with brownish tinge. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.80.
Fottler's Short Stem Brunswick. A rapid grower; has large, solid heads and but few outside leaves. If planted early it is ready for use in July or August : planted late it is a choice win- ter sort. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $L40.
Early Deep Head. An improvement over the old Fottler cabbage and a magnificent variety. It makes a larger and thicker head, hence it is better to keep over winter, "peeling" well in the spring. The best second early cabbage we ever raised. Pkt , 3c; oz.. 10c; VA lb., 40c; lb., $1.45.
Early Dwarf Flat Dutch. An excellent second early variety, producing fine large heads after the first early varietiea have disappeared. Highly valued, both for its fine quality and ability to resist heat. Heads very solid, broad and round, flat- tened on top ; tender and fine-grained. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.40.
Large American Drumhead. A very superior fall and winter variety ; large, solid heads. Pkt., 3c: oz., 15c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.25.
Stone Mason. The old reliable, late market sort, with short stems and fine large heads. Pkt, 3c; oz., 10c; 341b., 30c; lb., $1.20.
All-Year-Round. One of the finest Early Drumheads now errown. Heads large, compact and solid ; very short stem, is hardy and can be sown at any time during the cabbage-planting season, and will head-up to the satisfaction of the grower. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb-. 50c; lb., $1.50.
Selected Late Flat Dutch.
PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH CABBAGE.
Heads are large and very solid ; they open white, crisp and tender, and with good cultivation are sure to head. Grown largely by marketmen on account of its good shipping qualities. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; lb., $1.10.
Early Winningstadt. Well-known and very popular every- where ; in season very close to the Wakefield. Heads large, decidedly conical, leaves bright, glossy green ; heads solid and hard, even in summer. This is a very sure heading variety, valu- able not only for early use, but also for winter cabbage. Pkt., 3c; oz, 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.20.
Burpee's Sure Head. A very reliable header ; large, round, flattened heads of the Flat Dutch type; a good keeper and ship- per ; exceedingly popular. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c: lb., $1.50.
Louisville Drumhead. A favorite about Cincinnati and Louisville, where it has been grown for more than forty years. Heads very large and solid ; a sure header; will stand, without bursting, almost the entire summer. For winter use, sow late in the season. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c, lb., $1.25.
All Seasons. A greatly improved strain of Early Flat Dutch. Heads very large, round, solid and of fine quality, keeping as well as the winter sorts. Plants very vigorous, but sure heading. Remarkable for its ability to stand the hot sun and dry weather. One of the very best sorts for general cultivation, and none better for late planting. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; \i lb., 45c; lb., $1.60.
Filderkraut. A solid and sure heading German variety. Heads pointed conical ; resembles the Winningstadt, but is larger and more pointed. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.45.
Cannon Ball. One of the best earlv sorts. The heads are round, hard, solid and heavy. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb.. 40c: lb. $1.25. •/, J
Marblehead Mammoth. Largest cabbage in the world. Pkt., 3c; oz , 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.40.
Henderson's Early Summer. Select stock. About ten days later than the Wakefield, but fully double the size ; it is decidedly the best large early cabbage, and popular with market gardeners. It keeps longer without bursting open after heading man any variety. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15 c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.45.
Henderson's Succession. About one week later than the Early Summer, but double the size, and can be planted nearlv as dose : it is always sure to head. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15c; M lb., 45c: lb., $. 60.
Early Jersey Wakefield. Select stock. Market gardeners consider this the very best early cabbage in cultivation. Its merits .ire many, among which may be mentioned its large-sized head for an early sort, small outside foliage, and its uniformity in pro- 'i'lcing crop. Our se<>d is sure to give satisfaction. Pkt, 3c; oz., Ljc; 341b., 55c; lb., frl.90.
Large Wakefield, or Charleston Wakefield. A selection from Early Jersey Wakefield, only it is about a week later than that popular early variety, but grows much larger, heads often averaging 15 to 18 lbs.; as solid as Winningstadt, and exceeding it as a sure header and in earliness. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; \i lb. >5c;lb., $1.90.
RED CABBAGE.
Extra Early Blood Red Erfurt. The earliest and reddest of
all reds. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15c; y. lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.
Red Drumhead. Heads large, rounded in shape, hard, and verv deeply colored at the heart. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., 81.25.
Mammoth Rock Red. Heads as large as the Flat Dutch ; deep red to the center ; highly recommended ; hard as a rock. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb.; 40c; lb., $1.50.
SAVOY CABBAGE.
Early Paris Savoy. The best early Savoy. The heads are firm, solid, beautifully crimped, and of the finest quality. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.
American Drumhead Savoy. A late Savoy and far superior to the ordinary imported Drumhead Savoy. Heads large and very finely curled ; short stalk and compact grower; excellent keeper. Pkt, 3c; oz., 12c; \i lb., 40c; lb., $1.10.
Marvin's Large Savoy. This distinct and most excellent variety originated with a Lone: Island trucker, and is the finest of the Savoy class. It is very uniform, solid, very curly, and a sure header (ninety to ninety-five per cent.) Its flavor is unsurpassed by any late cabbage. Pkt, 3c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $L50.
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CARROTS.
Our packets of Carrot contain on the average about 6000 Seeds.
Early French. Forcing. The earliest variety, grown for forcing, globe- shaped root, of an orange-red color. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; \£ lb., 18c. ; lb., 60c.
Early Scarlet. Deep orange. One of the best for table. Large pkt., 3c. ;
oz., 7c. ; y± lb., 18c. ; lb., 50c.
Oxheart or Guerande. Very thick and short. Very fine quality for table use. Can be easily pulled. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; 34 lb., 18c. ; lb. 5uc
Chant may. A first-class table variety. Beautiful, rich orange color, of finest quality, medium early, small tops. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 6c. ; 34 lo., 15c. ; lb., 50c.
Danverg Half Long. A first-class Carrot for all soils ; in form between Long Orange and Short Horn. Rich, dark orange, smooth, handsome. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; 34 lb., 18c. ; lb., 50c.
Improved Long Orange. A standard sort, roots long, thickest near crown, tapering to point : deep orange ; table and main field crop. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c; yA lb., 18c; lb., 50c
Half Long Pointed. An early, popular, productive strain, oz., 7c; %lb., 18c; lb. 50c.
Half Long Stump Rooted Nantes. A popular market sort 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; 34 lb., 18c. ; lb., 60c.
Large pkt., 3c. ; Large pkt.,
Chantenay.
CELERY.
"White Plume Celery. A desirable Celery, similar to the Golden JSelf-Blanching : its 6talks and heart are white, so that by closing the stalks, by simply drawing the soil up against the plant and pressing it together with the hands, the work of blanching is com- pleted. It is the earliest Celery in cultivation. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c. ; 34 lb., 40c. ; lb., 81.50.
Henderson's New Pink Plume. A strong, healthy, compact grower ; stems very solid and crisp, extra early, and a long keeper, remaining, when properly trenched, in perfect condition away into the spring. It is a self-blanching variety. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c. ; lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.75.
Golden Self-Blanching. Solid, resembling White Plume, except it is a rich, golden vellow. Without banking or anv covering assumes a beautiful golden color. Pkt., 7c. ; oz., 20c; % lb., 65c ; lb, $2.25. Perfection Heartwell. Finest and largest of the winter varieties. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c. ;
34lb., 40c. ; lb., 81.25.
Henderson's White Plume. Handsome, crisp, self-blanching sort, of very easy culti- vation. The earliest known. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.
Dwarf Golden Heart. Well-known popular variety, excellent keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; Klb., 40c: lb., $1.25.
Giant Pascal. A large growing sort, of superior flavor. Excellent for late use. Easily blanched. Pkt., 3c: oz., 10c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.40.
New Rose. One of the best of the red celeries. Of fine table quality and an excellent keeper. Pkt.. 3c; oz.. 10c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.40.
Large White Solid. The best of the large growing sorts, attaining a height under good cultivation of 3 feet. It should never be planted closer than 4 feet between the rows. Pkt., 3c; oz , 10c; yx lb., 40c.
CELERIAC.
Large Erfurt. (Turnip Rooted Celery.) Roots large, smooth excellent flavor. Pkt.,
gr^* 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.25.
CHERVIL.
Curled. For flavoring and garnishing. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; >4 lb., 20c; lb.. 60c
CHICORY.
Large Rooted. The roots are much used for coffee. Pkt, 3c; oz., 5c; 34 ll>., 15c; lb., 40c.
COLLARDS.
True Georgia. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 5c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 40c
CORN SALAD OR FETTICUS.
Large Round Leaved. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 20c; lb., 40c.
CRESS.
Curled or Pepper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; ^lb., 15c: lb., 30c. Yiue Water Cress. Pkt, 3c; oz., 25c; }i lb., 80c; lb., $3.00.
Crawford's Half Dwarf.
Why
Pay five and ten cents per packet, good Seed and as large a packet for less money r*
when you can get just as
TRY OUR SEEDS.
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CAULIFLOWER.
Dwarf Erfurt Cauliflower.
Improved Early Snowball. This variety, lately introduced,
has proved a great success wherever tried. Seeds sown by March 1st have produced fine heads, twelve inches across, by June 10th. It has proved to be a sure header, and seldom fails to form fine, large heads. This variety can be as easily grown as cabbages, and should be found in every man's garden, both rich and poor. The seed we offer is superior to much sold in the country under the head of Early Snowball. Pkt., 20c; % oz., 70c; oz., $2.50.
Veitch's Autumn Giant. The heads of this variety are well protected by the foliage, and remain for a long time fit for use. They are beautiful and white, large, firm and compact. Recom- mended for the Southern States. Per pkt., 3c; oz.-, 50c; lb., $1.50 : lb., $5.50.
Early Dwarf Erfurt. (Selected.) A reliable header; very dwarf, with solid, pure white heads of superior quality. If planted the first of March, heads nine to twelve inches in diam- eter will be ready early in June, in which month the entire crop can be marketed. - Pkt., 8c; % oz., 30c; oz., $1.00.
Algiers. A really fine variety ; generally sure to head, and one of the best for late use ; the heads remain firm and solid for a long time. Pkt., 8c; %.oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Extra Early Paris. Very early ; good for forcing. Per pkt., 7c; oz., 90c; % lb., $2.40.
Le Normand's Short Stem. Produces a very close and uniform head, well protected by leaves. Per pkt., 7c; oz., 70c; % lb., $2.20; per lb., $7.75.
SUGHR CORN
Early White Cory. Earliest corn grown, excellent quality qt., 30c
Early Cory. Resembles the White Cory, but has red cobs. 30c.
Large pkt., 7c; Large pkt., 7c; qt., Large pkt., 7c;
Early Minnesota. A standard early sort of excellent quality qt.,30c.
First of All. Ears of good "size, sweet and tender. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c Not a sugar corn, but largely grown for early use. Large
Extra Early Adams.
pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Crosby. Most excellent quality. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c None Such. Large ears of excellent quality. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c. Earliest of All. Large pkt., 7c. ; qt., 30c. Fordhook Early. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Black Mexican, Grains black, very sweet. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Country Gentleman. Ears large, rows irregular, quality delicious. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 25c.
Extra Early Adams or Burlington. Not a sweet com, this is a tender, white corn for table use. Dwarf stalk, small ears ; hardy. Large pkt., 7c. ; qt., 30c
Stabler's Extra Early. A new variety, of larger size than usual for the early kinds. It is remarkable for sweetness and eafliness ; a desirable canning variety. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Perry's Hybrid Sweet Corn. Early as the Minnesota, and ears much larger. The grains are very large and pure white, but the cob is red. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Shatter's Large Early Sweet Corn. A good early variety, with large, well- filled ears ; the kernels are of pearly whiteness and most deliciotis. sweet flavor. Ready to market one week after Crosby's, while the ears are very much larger. Large pkt., 7c;qt.,30c
Everbearing. Ripens a few days after Stabler's Early, each stalk will pro- duce one to two well-developed ears. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Potter's Excelsior. It ripens early, has large twelve-rowed eaTs and deep grains. It is remarkably sweet and tender. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c
Ne Plus Ultra. The deep shoe-peg kernels are placed irregularly but compactly upon the cob. It is very prolific, generally bearing three to five ears to the stalk. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Stabler's Pedigree. Grains deep and in straight rows on the cob ; silk white and easily removed. Generally bears two ears to the stalk, which are of large Mze. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Improved Ruby. Ears of large size and well filled with large grains, packed closely on the red cob ; of delicious flavor. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c.
Stowell's Evergreen. The seed which we offer has been grown completely isolated from all other varieties, and is warranted pure and true. For canning purposes it will prove most satisfactory. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 25c.
Mammoth Late. Produces the largest ears of any variety. It ripens a little later than the Evergreen, with larger cobs, the ker- nels being flatter. Large pkt., 7c; qt.,30c.
Egyptian or Washington Market. Later than the Mammoth, and ten days later than the Evergreen. Ears large and uniform. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 30c
Earliest of All Corn.
REMEflBER
If our Seeds fail to grow, we re- place them or refund money paid.
BUSHEL. PRICES ON CORN QUOTED ON APPLICATION.
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CHOICE CUCUMBERS.
Our Packets of Cucumbers contain about 300 Seeds.
X1K
Fruit small, grows in clusters, prolific. Pkt., 3c; oz.,
Pkt.,
Early Russian. Very early. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; M lb., 15c; lb., 50c. Early Short Green. Productive, good for pickling. Pkt.. 3c; oz., 7c. 15c ; lb., 4()c.
Early Green Cluster. 7c; VA lb., 15c; lb., 40c
White Spined Early Arlington. Earliest of the White Spined varieties. 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40.
Nichol's Medium Green. The name "Medium Green" is descriptive of the size, it being longer than the White Spine, but not so long as the Long Green. Ti:e cucumbers are very thick through and are full at both ends. The skin is light green in color and very smooth. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
New Ever-bearing. This new variety will prove very useful from its ever- bearing character. It sets fruit early and continues to blossom and set fruit throughout the entire summer. Pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
New "White Pearl, The best white cucumber yet introduced, maturing early and bearing continuously through the season. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c ; \i lb., 20c; lb., 65c Cool and Crisp (New). In shape, this new cucumber is one of the most desir- able for pickles. Until they reach their full size, they are of a very dark green color, almost "black," and of very attractive appearance. While primarily a pickling variety, it is also useful for slicing. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 7c; lb., 20c; lb., 60c
New Giant White. These grow from twelve to sixteen inches long by from two to three inches in diameter, very uniform, straight and perfectly smooth. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; % lb., 35c
Improved Chicago Pickle. Mr. Westerfield, who has been largely interested in the business, claims that in this very prolific variety he has combined all the qualities desired by those who raise cucumbers for commercial pickles. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 7c; # lb., 15c.; lb., 50c.
New Paris Pickling. A very desirable and distinct new French sort. The fruit is very long, slender, cylindrical ; densely covered with fine prickles, and deep, rich green in color. The flesh is very crisp and tender. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; }i lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.
White Spined, Improved. Not quite as early as the Arlington, but larger. Pkt. ,
3c; oz., 7c; H lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
White Spined Peerless. Larger than the Improved, but not quite as early. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c
White Spined Evergreen. Color deep blue-green ; one of the best for shipping. Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; yA lb.. 15c; lb., 50c
White Spined Pickling:. A splendid pickling variety, fruit small, covered with spines. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c. Long Green. popular variety for pickliDg and slicing. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c Giant Pera. Very large, smooth skin, few seeds, splendid for slicing. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.25. Japanese Climbing. Excellent for frames on open ground; can be trained on a trellis. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.
Evergreen Cucumber.
EGG PLANT.
Improved New York Purple. The best varietv. white and tender. Pkt., 3c; oz., 30c; # lb., $1.00 ; lb
Improved New York White. Same shape and quality as the above, but white appearance, very striking and handsome. Pkt., 3c; oz., 45c
Black Pekin. Round dark purple fruit. Pkt., 3c; oz., 30c; •% lb., $1.00 ; lb., $3.00
Large, oval, deep purple ; flesh, $3.00.
In
ENDIVE.
Green Curled.
lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.
The standard sort for fall and winter crop. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; #
GOURDS.
Improved Large Purple.
Nest Egg. Closelv resembles an egg in size, color and shape, nest eggs. Pkt, 3c; "oz., 12c; \i lb., 25c; lb., 75c
Dishcloth or Luffa. The peculiar lining of this gourd partakes of the nature of a sponge, but much tougher, more elastic and more durable. When dried and taken from the shell, it makes one of the best dish- cloths and is much preferred over muslin or linen for that purpose. The vine is a beautiful climber, with deep green foliage, bearing a great profusion of orange-colored blossoms. Pkt., 3c; oz., 18c.
Sugar Trough. Useful for many household purposes, such as buckets, baskets, nest-boxes, soap and salt dishes, and for storing the winter's lard. They grow to hold four to ten gallons each, have thick, hard shells, very light, but durable. By mail, post-paid, pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; # lb., 50c a a M
Dipper. The dried fruit makes excellent and durable dippers. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.50.
Make the very best of
KALE, OR BORECOLE.
Dwarf Green Scotch. Dwarf and spreading. The best sort. Pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
KOHL RABI. I LEEK
Leek. London Flag.
Early White Vienna. White ball. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; ^ lb., 40 '.; lb., $1.25.
Early Purple Vienna. Purple ball. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; % lb., 40 j.; lb., $1.25.
London Flag. The variety in most general use. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 7c; \i lb., 30c; lb., $1.00. Large Musselburgh. Leaves large and broad; mild flavor.
Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.
Ise Peerless Nower food
(almost odorless) for window gardens and house plants. Full directions for use with each package. Put up only in one pound packages. Prices, by mail post-paid, 40c. per pkg.;by express or freight at pur- chaser's expense, 25c. per pke.
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IS
LETTUCE
California Cream Butter Lettuce.
New Early Stonehead Golden-Yellow. The earliest head- ing variety in cultivation. For an early spring forcing head lettuce it certainly has no equal. Very solid, beautiful head. It is of excellent quality and in every way desirable for table use. Pkt, 3c; oz., 12c; lb., 90c.
Early Curled Silesia. A fine early, curled variety ; does not head ; leaves large and tender, fine flavor. Pkt., 3c, oz., 8c; lb., 75c.
Early White Cabbage. One of the earliest ; a fine heading variety ; strong and vigorous grower ; tender and fine-flavored ; produces fine, large heads, tender and crisp ; sure to head, and of quick growth. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 75c
The Deacon Butter-head. This variety is unsurpassed. It Stands hot weather without becoming bitter or running to seed, and bears fine, large heads of superb quality ; light green outside, and within a beautiful cream-yellow of delicious, rich, buttery flavor. Pkt.,3c;oz., 12c- lb., 90c
Improved Hanson. An improved strain of this superior curled heading variety, of large size, often weighing three pounds; sweet, tender and crisp, of a beautiful green without and white within. Resists heat and drought well. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; lb., 90c.
New Iceberg. A handsome new cabbage lettuce of fine quality. The large, curly leaves which cover the outside of the solid heads are of a bright, light green ; they have small indents, which hold the dew- drops, and they are thus kept fresh and show a remarkably crystalline appearance, which well war- rants the name of Iceberg. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; lb., 81.00.
Golden Heart. This variety produces heads of very large size, firm and solid. It grows quickly, is ready for use early, and continues to remain in excel- lent condition for weeks. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.
Denver Market. Suitable either for forcing or open ground. It forms large, solid heads and is very slow to go to seed. Leaves are beautifully marked and blistered ; very crisp and tender, and of excellent flavor. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 75c.
New Perpetual. An excellent variety, one of the best for family use ; of distinct form, not heading, but forming large, compact bushes, the leaves curling outward from the top ; free from any bitter taste, ten- der and crisp even to the outer leaves. Pkt., 3c; oz.. 7c; lb., 90c. '
Tomhannock. The Tomhannock Lettuce forms a beautiful and attractive plant, twelve inches high and ten inches across; the leaves grow upright, a beautiful bronze, glossy color; inner leaves white;, crisp, tender and brittle. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., $1.00.
New Hard-Head. This is undoubtedly the hard- est-headed variety in existence. Almost as hard as cabbage. Crisp, tender, excellent quality and a splendid keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., $1.00.
California Cream Butter. This splendid variety is a native of California. It forms round, solid heads ; outside the heads are of a medium green ; within the leaves are of a very rich creamy-yellow color. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., $1.00.
Gold Nugget. A beautiful, small, hard-headed variety. Outer leaves are a rich golden-yellow, making it very attractive. Quality the best. Especially adapted to small gardens. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 90c.
Brown Dutch. A splendid black-seeded variety, very desir- able both for early table use and heading. Stands the heat of summer best of any. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 90c
Silver Ball. This lettuce produces a beautiful head, very- firm, solid and compact, with handsomely-curled leaves. The head is of an attractive silvery-white color, very rich, buttery and of the most delicious flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 90c
Buttercup. A new variety from Germany, equally good for winter and summer use or forcing ; early, forming large, solid heads of bright, citron-colored foliage. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., $1.00.
We can also supply the following well-known varieties : Early Curled Simpson, Black Seeded Simpson, Prize Head, Boston Curled, Grand Rapids, White and Black Seeded, Tennis Ball, Big Boston. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 90c
SOME OF THE BEST MUSKMELONS
Extra Early Nutmeg. Very early, good size, green flesh, heavily netted, excellent quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c
Emerald Gem. Extra early, small, skin dark green, flesh orange, very sweet. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c.
Osage. Oval, medium size, green skin, yellow flesh, excel- lent quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c
Jenny l.ind. Very small and very early; flesh green and of fine flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c.
Hackensack, or Turk's Cap. Large, round, skin and flesh green ; quality good. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c
Banquet. Round, densely netted ; flesh salmon in color, and very sweet. Pkt , 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c.
Banana. Much resembles the fruit from which it takes its name, not only in shape but in flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c.
New Early Hackensack. Tbis valuable variety is ready for market fully ten days ahead of the well-known Hackensack, its progenitor, which it much resembles. The melons are almost equal in size to the old Hackensack, weighing Irom five to ten pounds each. It is very productive, averaging five to six melons on the vine, all very deeply netted. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 7c; lb„ 50c.
Beck's New Columbus. The beautiful buff skin is covered with a very thick, whitish netting ; the flesh is light green, very solid and thick. The vines are strong and thrifty, and the melons, even if left on the vine3 a week after they are ripe and ready to pick, still retain their good quality. Pkt., 3c, oz., 7c; lb., 50c
Miller's Cream. This is a beautiful, slightly ribbed melon, but little netted, very uniform and regular in size, weighing about five pounds each. The flesh is a rich salmon color, very thick-meated, rind unusually thin. The flavor of this melon is simply delicious, being remarkably sweet, spicy and fragrant. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c
Champion Market. Of very handsome appearance, im- mensely productive, unusually sweet, rich, and spicy flavor, and the best adapted for market purposes. They are thickly netted, thin, but firm and solid rind, making them valuable for'shipping purposes. Their flesh is light green, very thick ; remains good a long time after being picked. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c
New Melrose. A very hardy new variety, of oval shape and dark-green color. It is densely netted, without ribs, and its beautiful green flesh is of very superior quality. Pkt., 3c; oz.. 7c; lb., 60c.
Montreal Nutmeg. This is a beautiful slightly ribbed melon, but little netted, very uniform and regular in size, weighing about five pounds each. The flesh is a rich salmon color, very thick-meated, rind unusually thin. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c ; lb., 50c
New Superior. A beautiful, new, round muskmelou, origi- nated in New Jersey ; free from ribs and densely netted. Flesh light green and of the finest quality. Our customers will find it a very superior melon for either home or market garden. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c; lb., 60c.
We can also supply the following varieties : Bayview, Grand Rapids, Long Island Beauty, Tip Top, Delraonico. Pkt.,
3c; oz., 7c; lb., 50c.
Our Prices Include prepayment of postage, by us, on packet, ounce, pound, pint or quart, !4 and % pounds at pound rates.
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WATERMELONS.
Packets of Watermelons average about 100 Seeds.
Mclver Sugar. Oblong in shape ; the size is uniformly large. Of handsome appearance; the skin shows broad bands of wnite, shading into narrower bands of dark green. The quality is very superior ; the flesh is of a soft pale pink, crisp, juicy, and of luscious sweetness. The melons have a solid heart, free from any cracks or open spaces. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb.. 60c.
Cole's Early. The finest early variety for the private garden. It is very early and will mature further north than most other sorts. Of medium size, very produc- tive, continuing to bear throughout the season. Flesh of bright red color," of gran- ulated, sparkling appearance. In flavor it is lusciously sweet and refreshing. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 60c.
Fordhook Early. One of the largest early varieties. From seeds planted May 10th ripe melons were produced the last of July. The rind is tough, making it valuable for shipping. Color a uniform medium green ; seeds white ; flesh red and very sweet. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 60c.
Vick's Early. Medium size, flesh bright pink, solid and sweet ; said to be the earliest variety in cultivation. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 50c.
Peerless. (White seeded.) Of unquestionable quality, very early, medium size, thin rind, flesh bright scarlet. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 50c.
Pbinney's Earlv. Medium size, oblong in shape and very uniform, the skin being mottled, flesh red and sweet. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 50c. -Iron Clad.
Sweet Heart. An entirely distinct and new watermelon which is early, large, handsome, heavy, good shipper, long keeper, bright color, and of the best quality. Its vines are vigorous and productive, ripening its fruit early. The fruit is large, oval, very heavy, uniformly mottled light and dark green. Rind thin but firm. The flesh is bright red, firm, solid but very tender, melting and sweet. Fruit remains in condition for use longer than any other sort. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 60c.
True Dark Icing, or Ice Rind. Very solid sort, thin rind, most delicious flavor. Pkt.. 3c. : oz.. 7c. : lb.. 50c.
Cuban Queen. Larsje size and productive ; flesh bright scarlet and of good flavor: a good seller. Pkt.. 3c. ; oz . 7c. ; lb., 50c.
White Gem. Very productive and sets probably more fruit to the acre than any other watermelon in cultivation. The melons are round, of good average size for family use, weighing 15 to 20 pounds each, and of a beautiful cream white color when ripe. The flesh is a rich, bright pink, crisp, melting, juicy and sweet in flavor. Pkt.. 3c. ; oz.. 7c. ; lb., 75c.
Striped Gypsy or Georgia Rattlesnake. A favorite melon in the south for shipping: to northern markets. An early variety, large, obiong, skin screen, rr.ottled and striped, rind thin, flesh crimson and fine flavored. Pkt., 3c. : oz., 7c. ; lb., 50c.
Green and Gold. Golden orange flesh, skin very dark green ; intermediate ; a unique sort. Pkt.. 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb.. 15c
Pride of Georgia. Round, large, crisp, bright red flesh; intermediate. Pkt., 3c. : oz., 7c. ; lb.. 45*.
The Boss. Oblong, dark green, flesh deep scarlet, and thin rind ; intermediate. Pkt, 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 45c.
Ught Icing. Round; pink flesh of fine quality. Pkt., 3c. ; oz.,.7c ; lb., 45c.
Mammoth Ironclad. Long, very large, late ; red flesh ; good shipper. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 45c.
Dixie. New : large-and solid ; flesh red ; intermediate. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. : lb., 45c.
Seminole. Very large ; quality first rate ; intermediate. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c ; lb., 45c.
Black Spanish.' Large, round'ish, nearly black : dark red flesh ; early. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 45c.
Ice Cream. An old and reliable sort ; flesh red ; late. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 45c.
Jumbo. Very large : flesh red and very sweet ; a good shipping sort ; intermediate. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb.. 45c. Florida Favorite. A superior strain ; an improvement on Rattlesnake ; intermediate Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ; lb., 45c. Citron. Round, handsome ; for preserving; red seed, Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 7c. ;. lb., 45c.
SUPERIOR ONION SEED.
SPECIAL NOTICE . — Our onion seed is strictly American grown from choice selected bulbs. We guarantee it to give entire satisfaction or money refunded.
\Large Red Wetliersfield. Large size, skin deep purplish red, shape round, slightly flattened, flesh purplish white^ strong flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c ; lb.. SI. 50.
Yellow Globe Danvers. A most popular and extensively cultivated variety. Straw color, large size and a good keeper. Very productive, yielding from 500 to 600 bushels per acre. Pkt.. 3c.;oz., 15c; % lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.50.
American Yellow Flat Danvers. This variety differs from the Yellow Globe in form, it being a flattened variety. Flesh, white and solid, and mild in flavor. Ripens early and a good keeper. Pkt , 3o.;oz., I5e.;.%- lb., 50c; lb., $1.50. ' Yellow Dutch or Strasburg. An old standard variety. Bulbs flat, large size, color brownish yellow, used exten- sively by Philadelphia growers for onion seta. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.50.
Southport Yellow Globe. Similar to the white globe, differing only in color, which is alight straw color. Very productive and large in size. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.50.
Extra Early Red. A very early variety. From seed sown in spring you have full grown onions by the last of July. It is smaller in size and more flat than the large Red Weth- ersfield, while the flavor is much milder. Pkt., 3c;oz., 15c ; Ya lb-. 50c; lb., $1.75.
Large Red Globe. Similar to the Yellow Globe, except in color. Its beautiful form snd purplish crimson color make it a verv salable variety. A good keeper. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c; y± lb., 50c ; lb.; $1.75.
White Paris Silverskin. A varietv used for bunching. Pkt.. 7c: oz., 20c ; # lb., 75c; lb.. $2.50.
White Portugal or Silverskin. Same shape as the Yellow Dutch or Strasburg, color silvery white. Good variety for family use. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 20c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.75.
White Globe Onion. A large globe-shaped onion, very firm and fine grain, mild flavor, good keeper. Pkt., 3c: oz., 20c; \i lb., 75c: lb , $2.50.
Philadelphia Silverskin. This variety is used extensively for growing sets. Pkt., 3c; oz , 20c: VA lb., 75c: lb., $2.50.
White Pearl. A very early variety, round bulbs, flattened, with a delicate white skin, mild flavor, and a good variety for the family garden. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; # lb., 75c; lb., $2.75.
Mammoth Silver King. This variety attains a larger size than anv of the flat white varieties. We have seen specimens which measured 22 inches in circumference, and weighing from 3 to 4 pounds. Skin silvery white, flesh firm and snowy white. So mild in flavor that it can be eaten raw like an apple. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; yK lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.
Yellow Globe Spanish or Prize Taker. This variety grows to be an immense size, often measuring from 12 to 18 inches in circumference. We have seen specimen bulbs of this variety weigh as much as 5 pounds. It is almost perfect globe shape, skin a bright straw color, flesh pure white and fine grain, flavor mild and delicate. Pkt., 3c; oz , 20c: K lb., 50c; lb., $200.
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ONION SEED— Continued,
ITALIAN
Italian Onions grow rapidly from seed, they are much milder and very valuable for family gardens.
Extra Early Barletta. The earliest Onion grown. Pure white in color, delicate and in ild in flavor, attaining a size from one inch to one and one-half inches in diameter and three-quarters of an inch in thickness. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c.; % lb., 50c; lb., 82.00.
White Queen. An extremely early variety, small bulbs, pure white in color and fine flavor, seed sown in February will pro- duce onions two inches in diameter in summer, while sown in July they are ready to harvest in autumn. This variety is also uied extensively for pickling. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; yx lb., 50c; lb., 82 00.
Giant White Tripoli. Of large size and beautiful form, per-
OXIONS.
more delicate in flavor than American Onions, this makes them
fectly white skin and fine grain. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; V lb., 40c: lb., 81.50.
Large Red Tripoli. Also called Red Bermuda. Similar in shape and size to the Giant White Tripoli. Skin rich blood red in color and flesh pure white. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 341b., 40c; lb., 81.50.
Giant Rocca. A splendid large variety imported from Naples, globular shaped, skin bright brown, very mild and delicate flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; % lb., 40c; lb., 81.50.
Silver Ball, or Giant White Rocca. Globe shape, attains a very large size, beautiful silvery skin, color pure white. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.
ONION 5ETS. Philadelphia Grown.
Yellow. Extra choice Philadelphia sets. Qt., 20c; bu., 83.00. White. Extra choice Philadelphia sets. Qt., 20c; bu., 83.25. Red. Qt., 20c; bu., 83.25. White Multiplier. Qt., 25c; bu., 84.00.
The above prices are subject to changes according to the market ; prices quoted are F. O. B. Phila. We make no charge for boxes or barrels containing onion sets, if ordered by mail, please add 10c. per qt.
OKRA, OR GUMBO.
Very productive, short, thick pods. Pkt.
3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 25c;
Dwarfed Prolific.
lb., 50c.
White Velvet. Pods perfectly round and smooth and white velvet in appearance, good flavor and very tender. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 20c; lb., 50c L.ady Finger. Slender pods, very tender. Pkt., Sc.; oz., 7c; li lb., 20c; lb., 50c
MUSHROOM SPAWN,
English ; in bricks of about one and one-quarter lbs. each. Price, per single brick, 20c Special prices will be quoted on lots over 100 lbs.
MUSTARD
Black or Brown. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; lb., 35c.
White. Used extensively for salad. Pkt., 3c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c Chinese Curled. A great favorite in the south, the leaves being twice the size of the ordinary white mustard. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; yx lb., 20c; lb., 50c
Onion Sets.
NASTURTIUM.
Tall Mixed. The green seed pods are pickled in vinegar, while the flowers are used in garnishing.
lb., 90c.
Dwarf Mixed. Comprising all the newest colors. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; # lb., 25c; lb., 90c
Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; J£ lb., 25c;
PARSLEY
Plain or Single. Plain leaves, fine flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb.. 20c; lb., 50c.
Fine Double Curled. Very fine, dwarf, leaves crimped. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 20c; lb., 50c.
Extra Curled Dwarf. Leaves finely crimped and curled, handsome black, green color, best for garnishing. Pkt., 3c; oz, yA lb., 20c; lb., 60c
Extra Dark Moss Curled. Very productive, the leaves are a peculiar extra dark green color. Pkt., 3c; oz. lb., 60c
7c; V lb.,
,7c; 20c;
PARSNIP.
i the fine
Pkt., i lb.,
Pride of the Market
Improved Guernsey or Half Long. While the roots do not grow so long a Hollow Crown, they are of greater diameter and more easily gathered. Flesh grained and of good quality. Pkt., 3c; oz.. 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c.
Eong Smooth, or Hollow Crown. A good yielder. Very sweet and tender. 3c; oz.,7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c
Early Short Round French. Very early, but small in size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; } 15c; lb., 40c.
CHOICE GARDEN PEAS.
Extra Early Varieties.
Market Gardener's "Favorite." Without doubt the earliest pea in existence. Peas ready for picking 40 days from planting. Pkt., 7c; pt., 25c; qt., 45c; bush., 83.25.
First and Best. A fine variety for the family garden, ripens early and with much uniformity, can be picked clean in two pickings. Height, 2% feet. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 30c; bush., 82.75.
Extra Early Philadelphia. An old and well-known variety, much similar to first and best. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 30c; bush., 82.75.
Alaska. While similar to the first and best, these peas are blue in color and of a much richer flavor, also extremely early. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 30c; bush., 83.00.
Tom Thumb. A very dwarf growing variety. Extra early. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., 83.75.
American Wonder. A very dwarfed green wrinkled variety, grows only 8 to 10 inches high, extremelv earlv, fine flavor. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., 83.75.
Nott's-Excelsior. A varietv of late introduction, which takes the place of the Amer- ican Wonder. It is much earlier, hardier and more productive. Each pod contains 6 to 8 large peas, ripens uniformly and ready for picking at one time. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., 84.00.
Extra Early Premium Gem. A fine dwarf pea, an improvement over the well- known Little Gem. Large pods and very productive. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., 83.25.
McLean's Eittle Gem. A very early variety, maturing in about 55 days. Extra fine flavor. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., 83.25.
Please bear in mind that our quart prices Include postage, and that pints are supplied at quart prices, quarter and half bushels at bushel rates.
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PEAS.— Continued.
MEDIUM EARLY PEAS.
McLean's Advancer. A fine standard sort of excellent quality, suitable either for family or market garden. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c.; bush., 83.25.
Abundance. A very popular sort. Long, round, well-filled pods. 3 to 3% inches long, very productive. Pkt., 5c.; qt.. 35c; bush., $3.50.
Horsford's Market Garden. Similar to the Advancer but more prolific. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., $3.25.
Ever-bearing. A great favorite with the market gardeners on account of its large, long and well-filled pods. Pkt., 5c, qt., 35c; bush., S3. 25.
Pride of the Market. One of the most popular market peas, it bears extra large pods, well filled with fine large peas of excel- lent quality. Pkt., 5c, qt., 45c; bush., $4.50.
Champion of England. A well-known standard variety, very productive, sugary flavor, height 45 ft. Pkt., 5c; qt., 30c; bush., $3.25.
Duke of Albany. Of recent introduction, immense pods, similar in appearance to the Telephone. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., $5.00. Heroine. Robust growth, produces abundantly, long, well-filled pods, which contain from 8 to 9 large peas. Pkt., 5c; qt., 35c; bush., $4.00.
Shropshire Hero. A very prolific and handsome wrinkled pea, short vine and big pods, very productive, fine flavor. Pkt., 5c ;
qt. 35c; bush., $3.75.
Yorkshire Hero. A showy, wrinkled variety, maturing after the Little Gem; very hardy and productive. Pkt., 5c ; qt..30c; bush., $3.00.
French Canner. Very productive, the best variety for canning. Pkt., 5c; qt. 30c; bush., $3.00.
MAIN AND LATE CROP PEAS.
Improved Stratagem. Very large pods, peas of the finest quality. Height, 1% ft. Pkt., 5c ; qt., 35c. ; bush., 84.50. Telephone. A very robust and productive variety with long pods, containing 9 to 10 peas in a pod. Height, 3 ft. Pkt., 5c. ; qt., 35c. ; bush., $3.50.
Large White Marrowfat. A good late variety with broad, well-filled pods. Height, 3 ft. Pkt., 5c. ; qt., 30c. ; bush., 12.25; Black-Eyed Marrowfat. Very hardy and prolific, extensively grown as a field pea. Pkt., 5c. ; qt., 30c. ; bush., $2.25.
SUGAR PEAS— (Edible Pods).
Dwarf White Sugar, Pods small but crowded with peas ; can be used like snap beans, also of the shell variety. Pkt., 5c. ; qt.,
35c. ; DU6h., $5.00.
Tall White Sugar. Similar to the Dwarf, except in height ; grows 5 ft.; requires staking. Pkt., 5c. ; qt, 35c ; bush., $5.00.
PEPPERS.
Our packets of Pepper contain on the average about 400 Seeds.
Golden Dawn. Sweet, handsome and distinct, mild flavor. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 15c. ; % lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.60. Buby King. Beautiful bright red ; large fruit, mild ; one of the best. Pkt., 3c. ; oz.f 15c. ; % lb., 75c. ; lb., $2.25.
Large Squash. Productive ; much used for pickles. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c. ; # lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.50. Long Red Cayenne. Bright red ; very productive. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 15c. ; % lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.50. Large Bell. Large and mild. Pkt., 3c. ; oz , 15c. ; y± lb., 50c. ; lb., $1 50.
Oxheart. Heart shaped ; medium size ; fine for pickling. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.50. Large Golden Upright. Quite distinct ; double the size of Golden Dawn, and quite sweet; fine for Mangoes. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; VA lb., 60c; lb., $2.00. Golden Davm. Procopp Giant. Very large ; brightly colored ; fine flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 75c; lb., $3.00.
Kaleidoscope. So called because the fruits are constantly changing in color, through all shades from light yellow to intense 6carlet. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.
Cardinal. (New.) Grows about 6 inches long; very sweet and thick fleshed; bright colored. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; yA lb., 50c; lb., $1.75.
Bed Cluster. A new type of Chili, with upright, bright red fruits. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 50c; lb., $1.75.
Bed Cherry. Cherry shaped ; largely used for pickles. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; # lb., 60c; lb., $€.00. Bed Chili. Very productive, small, red, very pungent. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., 81.75. Monstrous. Very large French sort. Pkt., 3c. ; oz., 15c. ; \i lb., 50c ; lb., $1.75.
Sweet Spanish. Large, mild ; used for salad. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; li\b., 50c; lb., $1.75.
Sweet Mountain. Large, regular and of mild flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.75.
Celestial. A Chinese pepper ; at first fruit is yellow, and when fully matured becomes a deep scarlet. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.75.
PUMPKINS.
Our packets of Pumpkin contain on the average about 75 Seeds.
Japanese Pie. From Japan : entirely distinct ; in quality is first-class : keeps well. The seeds are very curiously marked. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; Y\ lb., 25c; lb., 75c
Early Small Sugar. Fine grained ; sweet and prolific. Pkt., 3c; oz., 6c; 3* lb., 20c; lb., 50c.
Quaker Pie. An excellent variety. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb , 20c. ; lb., 50c.
Golden Oblong. Prolific ; fine quality ; good keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 8c, Yt lb., 25c; lb., 75c
Cheese. Large, hardy and productive. Pkt., 3c: oz., 6c;^lb., 20©.; lb., 50c
Tennessee Sweet Potato. Pear shaped; creamy white in color; fine grained; dry and brittle ; good keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 6c; ~% lb., 25c: lb.. 60c.
Connecticut Field. The standard variety for field culture and stoek feed- ing. Pkt., 3c; oz., 5c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 35«. Small Sugar.
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RADISHES
Scarlet White- Tipped Radish.
LONG KED.
LONG WHITE.
White Naples. Pure white, slender, for summer use. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c.; % lb., loc; lb., 50c.
"White Vienna, or Lady Finger, Pure white, delicate, tender. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
White Strasburg. A great favorite in Germany, and popular here. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c
Giant White Stuttgart. Early and very large. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 45c
TURNIP SHAPED.
Extra Early Scarlet Turnip. Very early ; largely used both for growing under glass and outdoors. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c. Early Deep Scarlet, Very early. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c Early White Turnip. Flesh pure white, sweet and firm. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Golden Globe. Popular in the New York and Philadelphia markets. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50e.
Early Scarlet Globe. Fine for forcing or open ground. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; ■% lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Philadelphia Early White Box, Similar to White Turnip, but larger.
Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Rosy Gem. A tine, white-tipped variety. Pkt., 3c; oz.,7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c
OLIVE SHAPED.
Early French Breakfast. Pink skin, white-tipped ; one of the finest sorts. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c. Early Scarlet. Pure scarlet. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c. White. Mild and crisp flesh. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; yA lb., 15c; lb., 50c Olive-shaped mixed varieties. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; ^ lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Long Scarlet Short Top. This is a standard sort, suitable for frames or open ground. Pkt., Sc.; oz., 7c; yK lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Brightest Scarlet. In appearance the most attractive of radishes, being a brilliant, fiery scarlet, with white tip. Pkt., 3c, oz., 7c; H lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Chartier, or Shepherd. Longest of the long red sorts. White tipped, excellent quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; K lb-» l5c-I lb., 50c
Wood's Early Frame. One of the best for forcing. Long, red, crisp. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
WINTEK VARIETIES.
Chinese Bose, or Scarlet China. Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; It lb., 15c; lb., 50c
California Mammoth White Winter. Pkt., 3c. ; oz. , 7c. ; It lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
Bound Black Spanish. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; # lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Long Black Spanish Winter. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; It lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Long White Spanish Winter. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; it lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
White Chinese, or Celestial. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; It lb., 20c; lb., 70c.
RH VB7SRB
Linnaeus. Earliest varietv. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; H lb., 30c; lb., I Myatt's Victoria. Very large. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; It lb., 30c; 51.00. " I lb., $1.00.
SHLSIFY
Improved French. Thick and smooth. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; J Sandwich Island. Largest variety. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb.,
34 lb., 20c; lb., 80c.
30c; lb., $1.10.
Monstrous Viroflay Spinach.
SPINACH
Bloomsdale, or Savoy Leaved. Standard sort. Pkt., 3c; oz., 6c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c.
Long Standing. (Round, thick leaved.) Stands longest without running to seed. Pkt., ?>c; oz.,6c; % lb., 15c; lb,, 40c
Viroflay. Leaves large and thick. Pkt., 3c; oz., 6c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c
Prickly. Very hardy. Pkt., 3c; oz., 6c; \i lb., 15c; lb., 40c
Victoria. One of the best varieties. Pkt., 3c ; oz., 6c; % lb.. 15c; lb., 40c
PRICE OF SEEDS, Etc., in larger quantities than pound or quart, are subject \ to market fluctuations. If out of stock of any seed ordered, we will substitute] a similar variety unless otherwise directed.
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SQUASHES.
Hubbard Squash.
SUMMER VARIETIES.
Delicata (Henderson's). May be used either as a summer or winter variety ; matures about the same time as the summer squashes, and is better flavor Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 18c; lb., 70c.
Early White Scallop Bush. Earliest. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 17c;
lb., 45c
Early Yellow Scallop Bush. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 17c; lb., 45c. Golden Summer Crookneck. One of the best; yellow. Large nkt.. 3c:
oz., 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 45c. Early Pineapple. White skin and flesh; late. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; \£
lb., 20c; lb., 60c
Perfect Gern. Round, white: productive. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 8c; Mlb..
20c; lb., 60c.
Golden Custard. Same as Yellow Bush, but larger. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 8c;
y lb., 20c; lb., 50c.
Mammoth Summer Crookneck. Large pkt., 3c; oz.. 8c; \i lb., 20c :
lb., 60c.
Mammoth White Bush. Large pkt, 3c; oz., 8c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
FALL AND WINTER VARIETIES.
Hubbard (selected stock). The great popularity of the Hub- bard has led us to pay particular attention to our stock of this important sort. Planters will find it greatly to their advantage to use our northern grown seed, and by so doing, not only se- cure the best strain, but insure earliness in maturity. It is hardly necessary to say that the Hubbard is the standard sort, not only as a long keeper, but on account of its quality, which is unsurpassed. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 18c; lb., 50c.
Early Orange Marrow. An improvement over the Boston Marrow. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Faxon. Verv early, medium size, orange flesh. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 60c
Fordhook. Excellent qualitv. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 8c: y lb., 15c: lb., 60c.
Canada Crookneck. Small winter sort, green skin. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c: y lb., 20c; lb., 70c.
Mammoth Chili. Attains enormous size. Valuable for stock-feeding and exhibition. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 20c; lb., 80c.
TOMATOES.
Dwarf Champion. Leads all others in point of productiveness;
foliage verv distinct, flesh solid, early; fine qualitv. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 18c; y lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.
Atlantic Prize. Very early, smooth, bright red and solid. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.50.
Early Ruby. Very earlv similar to Atlantic Prize. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.50.
Imperial. Very early, smooth, light red ; fine quality. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; y lb., 60c; lb., 82.00.
Optimus. Good cropper, color crimson scarlet. Large pkt., 3c.;oz., 18c; y lb., 50c, lb., 81.75.
Matchless. Large, smooth, handsome, bright red, solid; crop very short. Large pkt., 7c; oz., 40c; y lb., 81.50; lb., 85.00.
Ponderosa (true stock). Largest varietv grown. Large pkt., 7c; oz., 30c; y lb., 81.00; lb., 83.50.
Cardinal. Bright red, glossy, solid, good size. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; y lb , 50c; lb., 81.75.
Perfection (Livingston). Early red. productive. Large pkt., 3c; oz . 18c; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.60.
Favorite (Livingston). Good shipper. Large pkt., 3c. ; oz., 18c; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.60.
Beauty (Livingston). Pinkish red, thick flesh. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 18c: y lb., 45c; lb., 81.60.
Stone (Livingston). Large, smooth, very solid, bright scarlet. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 18c; y lb., 45c; lb.. 81.60.
Acme. Red, purplish at stem end : popular. Large pkt , 3c; oz., 18c.; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.50.
Buck eve State (Livingston). Beef color, a little later than Beauty. Start plants early and stake up for early use. Large pkt,
3c: oz . 18c; y lb , 50c: lb.. Sl.75. Turner Hybrid, or Mikado. Large, smooth, solid, purplish red. Large pkt.,\3c; oz., 20c: y lb., 60c; lb., 12.00. Royal Red (Livingston). Intensely red color, smooth, large, not a good shipper. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 18c; y lb., 45c; lb., 81.60.
Strawberry (Winter Cherry or Husk). Excellenf Tor preserves. Large pkt., 3c; ox., 18c; y lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.,
Trophy. Solid, late, large. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 18c ; y lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.
Yellow Plum. Used for pickles; bright yellow. Large pkt., 3c: oz., 20c; y lb., 60c; lb., 82.00.
Peach. Resembling a peach, quality excellent. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; y lb., 60c; lb., 82.00.
Eorillard. Best for forcing ; excellent for out-door cultivation ; early, red, smooth. Large pkt., 3c; ox., 20c; % lb., 60c; lb., 82.00. Red Cherry. Fruit small ; used in pickling. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; y lb, 60c; lb.. 82 00. Yellow Cherry. Fruit small ; used in pickling. Large pkt., 3c; oz., 20c; y lb., 60c:; lb., $2.00.
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TURNIPS.
Scarlet Kashmyr. A new and distinct variety. The outside skin is of a beautiful deep scarlet color ; flesh white, very early and of the finest table quality. Pkt.,3c; oz.,7c; 30c; lb., 90c.
Early White Egg. An egg-shaped variety, for spring or fall sowing ; flesh white, firm, fine-grained, mild and sweet. Pkt.. 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 45c
Purple Top White Globe. A variety of decided merit. Of globular shape, very handsome and Of superior quality, either for the table or stock. It is a heavy producer, early, of rapid growth and an excellent keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz;, 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 40c.
Yellow Globe {Yellow Stone). One of the best for a general crop; flesh firm and sweet; grows to a large size, excellent for table use or feeding stock, and keeps well until late in the spring. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 40c
Liong White, or Cow Horn. Grows very quickly, partly above ground ; very productive ; flesh white, fine-grained and sweet: of excellent quality for family and market gardeners'i use. Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 40c'
Yellow Aberdeen, Purple Top. Very hardy and produc- tive, good keeper, globe-shaped and fine quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; %lb., 17c; lb., 40c }
Golden Ball. A rapid grower, of excellent flavor, globe- shaped, bright yellow color, good keeper and a superior table va- riety, or for stock; Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 17c; lb., 50c.
TOBACCO.
Connecticut Seed Leaf. A largely cultivated sort in America. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.7,5. , . Pennsylvania Seed Leaf. Widely known and used. Our seed is from the famous Lancaster County district. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c: %lb., 50c; lb., 81.75.
Havana. Genuine Cuban strain. Pkt., 7c; oz., 20c; % lb., 60c; lb., $2;25. - I
Red Top Strap Leaf.
fine grain and good flavor, oz., 7c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
Red, or Purple Top Strap Leaf. This strap-leaved variety is the principal sort for early spring and fall use ; top is red or purple above ground, flesh fine- grained, of mild flavor, and a good keeper. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; yA lb., 17c; lb., 40c.
Early White Flat Dutch. An early white1 fleshed variety, of quick growth, mild flavor, and ex- cellent quality. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; ^lb., 17c; lb., 40c.
Extra Early Purple Top Milan. This variety is at least two weeks earlier than any other. It is of a handsome appearance, somewhat flattened, white with purple top, flesh snow-white, fine- grained and delicate flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz.,7c; K lb., 20c; lb., 60c.
Early Munich. A very early variety, purple top, white flesh, of Should be grown quickly. Pkt., 3c;
SWEET, POT AND MEDICINAL HERB5.
Herbs, in general, delight in a rich, mellow soil. Sow the seeds early in the spring in shallow drills, one foot apart-; when up a few inches, thin out to proper distances or transplant. No garden is complete without a few sweet, aromatic or medicinal herbs for fla* voring soups, meats, etc., and care should be taken to harvest them properly. They should be cut on a dry day, just before they come into full blossom, tied in bunches and hung up or spread thinly on a floor where they can dry quickly.
Fennel, Sweet. Ornamental ; when boiled, use in fish sauce Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c.
• Coriander. Seeds used in the manufacture of liquors, in con- fectionery and culinary preparations. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c.
Horehound. For seasoning and cough remedy. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c.
Lavender. An aromatic, medicinal herb. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c. Marjoram, Sweet. Leaves and shoots for seasoning. Pkt., 3c; oz. ,12c .
Pennyroyal. Agreeable odor and flavor. Pkt., 7c; oz., 75c Sage. Most used herb for seasoning. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c Summer Savory. Used for flavoring soups. Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c Thyme. Leaves and young shoots used for spasoning ; a tea is made of leaves, a remedy for headache. Pkt., 7c; oz., 18c.
Anise. Used for cordials, garnishing and flavoring. Pkt. oz., 7c
Balm. Leaves used for making tea and balm wine. Pkt., 3c; oz., 20c
Basil, Sweet. The leaves are used in flavoring soups, etc Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c.
Borage. Leaves used for flavoring and flowers furnish bee pasture ; most easily grown in any waste place. Pkt., 3c; oz., 12c.
Caraway. Used rbr flavoring medicine and confectionery. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c.
Catnip, or Catmint. Leaves and young shoots for seasoning. Pkt., 7c; oz., 25c.
Dill. Seeds have an aromatic odor and pungent taste. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c.
VEGETABLE PLANTS AND ROOTS
PRICES BY EXPRESS NOT PREPAID.
Cabbage. Early. 100, 75c; 1,000, $5.00. Cabbage. Late. 100, 50c; 1,000, 84.00. Cauliflower. Doz., 25c; 100, 81.50 : 1,000, 810.00. Celery. Ready July 1st. 100, 75c; 1,000, 85.00. Egg Plant. 100, 40c; 1,000, 82. .50. Pepper. Doz., 20c: 100, 81.00.
Tomato. Standard varieties. Doz., 25c; 100, 81.00.
100, S5.00 ; 1,000, 89.00. can be planted in May, small ea<l
Rhubarb. Each, 10c;
Horseradish. "Sets' down, with the top one to one and a half inches below the 6ur- face, in rich, cultivated soil ; will form radish of large size and superior quality in one season's growth. Before planting, the top of the set should be cut off slantingly, so as to prevent decay from water resting on the top. Per doz., 15c; 100, 75c; 1,000, 83.00.
40 Per Cent. You Save
When you buy your packet seeds from us. Money refunded if our seeds do not grow.
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Root Crops for Farh Stock.
If desired by Mail, add 8 Cents per Pound for Postage.
Sugar Beets and Mangel Wurzels for Stock Feeding.
Red Top Sugar. A productive and hardy variety, having slender root about 3 to 4 inches in diameter at the top, and taper- ing gradually to a point. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c.
Improved Mammoth Prize Long Red. The largest mangel beet grown; roots weighing from 25 to 30 lbi. each. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c
Improved Klein- Wanzleben. A new variety lately intro- duced in this country from Germany ; it is pronounced without doubt the best varie'tv to grow for the manufacturing of sugar. Oz., 6c, 34 lb., 12c; lb*. 25c
Golden Tankard (yellow-fleshed mangel.) The very best variety for dairy farming ; sheep and all other stock thrive well on it ; it is early, hardy, and a good cropper ; on account of its shaped roots, it "can be left standing close in rows. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c
Champion Yellow Globe. A large round orange-colored variety of excellent quality, producing a better crop in shallow soil than the Long Red ; an excellent keeper when stored in heaps for winter use. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c
Golden Giant Intermediate (or Levithan.) A distinct variety, even in shape, and a vigorous grower ; the flesh is white, firm and very sweet, greatly relished by cattle. Oz.,6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c.
Yellow Ovoid. Skin of a deep yellow color, and on account of its shape being between the long and globe varieties, will surpass either the Yellow Globe or Long Red in bulk for bulk ; it is very nutritious, rich in saccharine matter and productive. Oz., 6c; %lb., 12c; lb., 25c.
Red Globe. A variety valued for its earliness, symmetrical globe-shaped roots, almost eight inches in diameter, similar to the Yellow or Orange Globe except in color. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 25c.
New Imperial Sugar. A grand and superior sugar beet giving a larger percentage of sugar than any other variety ; very productive, yielding over twentv tons to the acre ; flesh white, finely grained and very sweet. Oz., 6c; % lb., 12c; lb., 25c
Vilmorin's Improved Sugar. An improvement on the old white sugar, containing a much larger percentage of sugar. Oz., 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb. 25c
RUTA BAQAS, OR SWEDES.
Improved Purple Top Yellow. A magnificent variety, hardy, productive aud very nutritious. Yellow flesh variety with purple top. Shape, slightly oblong. Oz., 6c; ^ lb., 12c; lb., 30c.
New Monarch or Elephant. A distinct new variety of Ruta Baga, yielding larger roots and more to the acre than any other sort; roots small, shaped with small necks and small tops, skin dark purple above ground, yellow below. Flesh, a rich yellow,
finegrained and of a good quality ; is easy to harvest and can be grown at a less cost than other varieties. Oz., 6c; Ki ib., 12c; lb., 30c.
Imperial Hardy. Purple top and yellow flesh, grows very large, with single tap roots, small tops. Oz.. 6c; 34 lb., 12c; lb., 30c.
Large White. A large round variety ; flesh white, nutritious
and very sweet. Oz.,6c; 341b., 12c ; lb., 30c.
MISCELLANEOUS FARM SEEDS.
BROOM CORN.
Improved Evergreen. The best variety for general cultiva- tion on aceount of color and quality of brush. It ripens early. Grows about 8 to 10 feet high. Brush good length, fine and straight. Lb., 20c; 34 bush., 65c; 34 bush., $1.25 ; bush., $2.00.
BUCKWHEAT.
New Japanese. The most productive of all buckwheat, making it the most profitable variety to raise. Sown the aame time as Silver Hull, it ripens a week earlier and yields much more again. The kernels are at least twice the size of those of any other variety. The flour made from it is superior in quality to any other Variety. Lb., 10c; peck, 35c; bush., $1.10.
Silver Hull. This variety continues in bloom longer than the common buckwheat, which makes it a good variety for bees. Lb., 10c; peck, 35c; bush., $1.10.
RAPE.
Dwarf Essex. Valuable as a fattening food for pasturing sheep, in autumn. It can be sown in the northern states from May until the end of August, and in the southern states from September to December. Lb., 8c; 50 lbs. for $4.00 ; 100 lbs., $7.50.
SUGAR CANE.
Early Amber. This variety is successfully grown in our ex- treme northern latitudes. It may be planted as late as the 25th of June and will be ripe enough to manufacture in September. Three to four pounds are required per acre. Qt, 15c; bush., $2.00.
Early Orange. An exceedingly valuable variety, very large, of strong and vigorous habit and does not fall down. It is early and often produces as much as 240 gallons of beautifully colored and highly-flavored syrup to the acre. Qt., 15c; bush., $2.00.
SUNFLOWER.
Mammoth Russian. The single heads measure 22 inches in diameter and contain a large quantity of seed, which is highly valued by all farmers and breeders who have tried it as an excellent and cheap food for fowl. They fatten well on it and attain a bright lustrous plumage and "strong, healthv condition better than on almost any other food. It can be raised cheaper than corn. The stalks, when dry, make a good bonfire, while the seed heads, with seed in, make a better fire than the best hard coal. Four quarts will plant an acre. Qt., 15c; bush., $2.50.
JERUSALEM CORN.
A new forage plant. Introduced from Palestine by a mission- ary. One of the surest of all forage plants for dry countries and seasons. Grows 4 to 5 feet high ; produces many large heads well filled with a valuable grain for stock and chicken feed.
Lb., 20c; 3 lbs., 50c.
BRAZILIAN FLOUR CORN.
A grand stooling sort; each kernel produces several stalks, each stalk bears two to three beautiful white ears which make a flour equal to wheat. It produces an immense amount of fodder
for feeding stock. Lb., 20c; 3 lbs., 60c.
KAFFIR CORN.
A valuable species of nonsaccharine sorghum, which produces a wonderful amount of grain and fodder. Lb., 20c; 3 lbs., 50c.
M1LO MAIZE.
Excellent plant for feeding. The grain is nice t# feed fowl and stock. Lb., 20c; 3 lbs.. 50c.
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FARM SEEDS— Continued
TEOSINTE.
Somewhat resembles Indian Corn in appearance, but the leaves •re much longer and broader, and the stalks contain sweeter sap. It produces a great number of shoots, g -.-owing twelve feet high, very thickly covered with leaves.
In this vicinity, planted July 3d, it produced from one seed twenty-seven stalks, and attained a height of seven feet by Sep- tember 10th, makiug a luxuriant growth of leaves, which the horses and cattle ate as freely as young sugar corn. About three pounds of seed are required per acre. Price of seed : Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.40, post-paid.
FIELD PEAS.
Sown for plowing in as green manures. Very valuable fertilizer*. Canada Field. Bush., $2.00.
Cow Peas, or Southern Black Eye. Bush., $2.25. Cow Peas, or Southern Clay Peas. Bush., $2.00.
MILLET.
Common. Bush., $1.25. Hungarian. Bush., $1.25.
German. Bush., $1.50. Pearl. Lb., 20c.
French. Lb., 15c
SOJA BEAN.
This is the variety which has been extensively advertised as the so-called German Coffee Berry! It is recommended, however, as really a useful for- age plant, and is worthy of a fair trial. Pkt., 5c; % 15c; lb., 35c, post-paid.
SEED OATS.
Welcome. A white oat, early, heavy and productive, growing 5 to 6 feet high. Bush., 90c.
White Russian. A strong grower and good cropper. Bush., 90c.
Probsteier. Yields well, grain full, long, with thin hull. Bush., 90c
SEED CORN.
White Cap Yellow Dent. A corn suitable for all climates and soils, and grows large ears and matures early. The ear grows as large as Learning, and is lrom seven to ten days earlier, and on poor, thin soil will yield thirty per cent, more corn. It grows strong, rank and thick, and, it is claimed, will produce more corn on poor, thin soil than any kind now in cultivation. The tip end of the grains are white, the inside yellow, making it a beautiful color. Large pkt., 7c; qt., 25c
Pride of the North. The very earliest Yellow Dent Corn in cultivation, and can be successfully grown further north than any other Dent. Matures per- fectly in 90 days; is very hardy and prolific : ears uniform, of good size ; cob small, kernels closely set on the cob, and are long and compact. Pkt., 7c; qt.,
25c.
Early Yellow Bent. This is a beautiful golden yellow corn, and has given perfect satisfaction and proven itself to be an excellent variety for the farmer of the North and Northwest, maturing in ninety to one hundred days. Ears good size, with long grains and small cob. Pkt., 7c; qt, 25c. i
Early Mastodon. A new Early Dent variety, originated in Northern Ohio. The ear is extra large, with large, deep grains ; it grows strong, rank, quick, and makes fine appearing shelled corn— two shades of white and yellow. In the American Agricvlturist corn contest of 1889 it out-yielded all others, making the wonderful record of 213 bushels shelled corn to the acre. Pkt., 7c; qt.f 25c.
True Yellow Learning. An extensively grown large Yellow Dent variety. The seed we offer is True Learning. Has pure glossy yellow ears low on a strong, heavy stalk; grains square and deep; ripens quite early, frequently maturing in one hundred days from planting. It weighs, "struck measure," 60 to 63 pounds per bushel ; will yield, on good soil, with proper tillage and favorable from, 75 to 100 bushels to the acre. Pkt., 7c; qt., 25c.
Mammoth White Bent. A large-eared variety, combining all the good points required in corn-growing sections south of the 40th parallel. It has a broad, very deep, pure white kernel and cob — in fact, a stray red cob will hardly be found in a thousand bushels ; grades "strictly white" in any market. Pkt.,
7c; qt.,25c.
Hickory King, This white field corn has the largest grains, with the small- est cob, of any white corn ever introduced. So large are the grains and so extremely small the cob that on an ear broken in half a single grain will almost completely cover the cob section. Of strong, vigorous growth, the stalks take a firm hold in the ground and stand upright, resisting the severest storms. The stalks bear generally two good ears each, and occasionally three. It yields splendid crops on light soil, and is undoubtedly the best and most productive white field corn. Pkt., 7c; qt., 25c.
Early Canada Yellow Flint. It matures in about ninety days, and, while not so productive as the varieties of Dent corn, is valuable for the Bhort seasons of the far North, and also for second planting. Pkt., 7c; qt., 25c
Pride of the North.
The Prices on Field Corn by Packet and Quart include] Postage. Bv Bushel, at your expense by Ex- press or Freight. No charge for Bags.
BU5IIEL PRICES ON CORN QUOTED ON APPLICATION.
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LAWN GRASS HIXTURES.
Quaker City Evergreen.
Our Own Mixture. The essentials for a fine lawn are : First, a rich, well-drained soil : second, careful preparation of the ground,
making it as fine and smooth but mellow as possible ; third, a wise selection of seeds ; fourth, sowing at such a Viae as to give the young plants a chance to become well established before being subjected to very dry or to very cold weather. However much care is bestowed on the soil and seed, no lawn will be beautiful without frequent mowing and rolling. Too much care cannot be bestowed upon the selection of grasses, as some varieties are the most luxuriant in spring, others in summer, others again in autumn, and a combination of the proper sorts is required for a perfect, carpet-like lawn. We have given much thought and made many experi- ments to secure the best selection, and think our Quaker City Evergreen Mixture is the best possible for permanent lawns. It may be planted early in spring or fall, and should be sown at the rate of 60 to 100 lbs. per acre ; much more is required than for hay or pasturage. If sown in the spring, sow as early as possible, making the surface very fine and smooth, then raking it over and sowing the seed just before a rain, which, if the surface has just been raked, will cover the seed sufficiently. If the expeeted rain does not come, cover by rolling with a light roller. If sown in the fall, sow before the autumn rains have ceased, and before very cold weather, give the voung grass a light dressing of manure. One pound of this mixture is sufficient to sow 600 square feet. Per qt., 25c; bush., 20 lbs., $3.50.
SPECIAL MIXTURES.
FOR PERMANENT MEADOWS.
Lbs. per acre.
For dry and high grounds, light soils 22
For dry and high grounds, strong soils 20
For moist grounds and rich soils 18
For moist grounds, occasionally overflowed 16
For orchards and shaded places 20
Per lb., 25c., post-paid. Bush., 14 lbs., S2.50.
FOR PERMANENT PASTURES.
Lbs.
For high and dry grounds, light soils 24
For high and dry grounds, heavy or clay soils 22
For moist grounds and rich soils 20
For top seeding to improve pasturage on low rich
ground or marshes 12
For orchards and shaded places 20
Per lb., 25c., post-paid. Bush., 14 lbs., $2.50.
RECLEANED GRASS AND CLOVER 5EED5.
The market prices on Grass Seeds, Clovers, etc., is very fluctuating. The prices herein given are based on values the day this is written. So we reserve the right to send seed to the value of money sent us, according as the market is higher or lower. If large quantities are wanted, it is always best to write for prices. Then there is sure to be no misunderstanding. Unless otherwise stated our prices include Sacks, and free delivery to any railroad station in Philadelphia.
Kentucky Blue Grass. Universally known ; desirable for pastures and lawns. Sow in fall or spring at the rate of 2 to 3 bushels per acre. Fancy clean seed. Lb., 30c; bush., 14 lbs., $1.75.
Orchard Grass. Extremely hardy and widely known. One of the earliest to start in spring ; grows rapidly and furnishes an abundance of pasture during the entire season. 1% to 2 bushels per acre. Lb., 30c; bush., 14 lbs., $2.00.
Red Top Grass. Thrives well in almost any soil, but best in low land, and produces a very firm sod. Sow 1 to 2 bushels per acre. Lb., 25c; bush., 14 lbs., $1.50.
Timothy, A well-known variety. When ready to buy write us for latest prices, whether you want a bag or a "carload. Lb., 20c; bush., 45 lbs., $2.25.
Choice. Lb., 20c.
Wood Meadow Grass. Adapted for pasture or pleasure grounds ; of early growth ; thrives well uuder trees. Sow 2 bushels per acre. Lb., 40c; bush., 14 lbs., $4.00.
Sweet Vernal. Is very fragrant, especially when braised or cut. Mixed with other grasses for pasture it is quite valuable, as it starts early in spring and grows until late in the fall. Lb., 50c; bush., 10 lbs., $4.00.
Tall Meadow Oat Grass. Used for soiling. It succeeds well in sandy lands, and, owing to its long, fibrous roots, stands cold
| and drought well. Sow 3 bushels per acre, lbs., $2.00.
Lb. ,35c; bush., 10
Johnson Grass; A large, strong-growing grass. Succeeds well in the South. Good for hay or pasture ; stands drought well. Sow 3 bushels per acre. Lb., 25c; bush., 25 }bs., $3.00.
Italian Rye Grass. Very nutritious and valuable grass for meadows and permanent pastures ; rapid grower. 1 to 1% bushels to the acre. Lb., 25c; bush., 20 lbs., $1.75.
Meadow Fescue. Thrives in all soils ; excellent for perma- nent pastures; starts early: very productive. Sow lk to 2 bushels per acre. Lb., 25c; bush., 24 lbs., $2.50.
Sheep's Fescue. Grows naturally on light, dry, sandy soils and mountain pastures. Is considered quite valuable as a mix- ture with other grasses for permanent early spring. Lb., 25c:
bush., about 12 lbs., $2.00.
Hard Fescue. Not very producuve,"but it is of a ver^ fine
quality, and thrives well in dry situations, where many "other grasses would fail, thus making it a desirable pasture variety. Lb., 25c; bush., about 12 lbs., $2.00.
Write for Special Prices on Grass Seeds before vou buv in either fall or spring. Also for Prices of other Grasses not men
I tioned above.
SINOLE POUND PRICES INCLUDE POSTAGE PAID BY US. Please bear this in mind when comparing our prices with others who require you to add postage to their quotations.
CLOVERS.
Medium, or Common Red. The Clover Seed of Commerce, and the most important and valuable of the Clover family for agricultural purposes. Sow 15 pounds to the acre. Bushel, 60 lbs.
Alsike, or Hybrid (Swedish). Has fibrous roots like "White Clover ; valuable for hay and pasture when mixed with other grasses. Esteemed highly for bee pasture.
Mammoth Clover. Valuable with other grasses for mixed hay ; ripens about with Timothy, Orchard and other grasses. Being a rank grower it is largely used for plowing under as a fertilizer.
White Dutch. Grows naturally in pastures in a great variety of soils and situations ; indispensable in parks and lawns, >^
Alfalfa, or Lucerne. One of the best varieties, succeeding in almost every situation, and bearing heavy crops of forage ;
, bears cutting three or four times in a season. For bringing up i poor land it is the best of the clovers, as it not only produces large masses of foliage, but forces its roots fully three feet into the earth. Sow early in spring to secure a good 6tand before winter, if to be used for pasture or curing.
Crimson Clover provides large crops of hay, and is the source of an unfailing supply of manure, n is the great nitro- gen gatherer, and economizes in the use of fertilizers. Improves poor lands and restores to fertility those worn by excessive cul- ture. It is especially valuable for "planting in orchards and berry patches, for sowing among cabbage, corn, tomatoes, tobacco, potatoes, etc., or in the open ground. Excellent for spring plant- ing, either alone or mixed with Red and Alsike Clover. Crimson plover grows at all times, except when the ground is frozen, and may be planted in spring, summer or autumn. Splendid for re- seeding Red Clover that has been winter-killed.
Prices on Clover will be quoted on application.
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5EED POTATOES.
Our Potatoes are specially raised for Seed purposes.
Grown and hand-picked.
They are Northern
Early Rose. Pure, genuine Old Early Rose. Secure a new start of this variety while we have it. It is easy to get " Rose " at any time, but true Earlv Rose are hard to find. Peck, 60c; bush., 81.50 ; bbl., 83.50 ; 2 bbls., 86.50.
Early Ohio. This sort has a reputation as being very valuable because of its astonishing productiveness as a first early. In de- mand by market gardeners. Peck, 60c; bush., $1.50 ; bbl., 83.50.
Burpee's Extra Early. An excellent early variety possess- ing great merits as to quality and productiveness. Ripens ten days earlier than the Early Rose, and twice as productive. Fine form ; smooth skin ; shallow eves and superior quality. Peck, 40c; bush., 82.00 ; bbl., 85.00 ; 2bbls., 89.00.
Ohio Junior. Closely resembling the Early Ohio, but is rather rounder and said to be more productive. A good keeper and of excellent quality. Peck, 50c; bush., 81.50; bbl., 83.25 ; 2 bbls., 86.00.
Extra Early Six Weeks. Evidentlv a seedling of Early Ohio. Peck, 50c; bush., 81.50 ; bbl., 83.25 ; 2 bbls., 86.00.
Freeman. Very produc- tive ; oval in form, russet in color, flesh white and of fine grain and best flavor. Very early and a long keeper; of good eating quality when half grown as when fully matured. So early as to have produced edible tubers forty days from planting. Peck, 60c; bush., 81.50 ; bbl., 83.75 ; 2 bbls., 87.00. Early Thoroughbred.
This wonderful new variety,
which has been lately intro- duced, resembles somewhat
the Rose, both in shape, color
and quality. The tubers are
oblong in shape, smooth and
handsome, and the most desir- able variety for the table. On
account of its extreme earli-
ness, it is not affected by the
late summer and fall droughts.
The tubers all grow to a good
size, making it a desirable
variety for the market. The
stock which we offer this year
has been grown for us from
seed stock obtained right from
the introducer. Peck, 75c;
% bush., 81.25; bush., $2.00;
bbl., 84.50. Carman, No. 1. A grand
variety, size medium to large ;
thick and slightly flattened,
but fully one-third larger than
Rural No. 2, a good tuber, being nearly five inches long, three and a half inches broad, and one and a half inches in thick- ness; color of skin very pale, nearly white; eyes few and very shallow. Peck, 50c; bush., 81.50; bbl., 83.50; 2 bbls., 86.50.
Rural New Yorker, No. 2. Of very distinct and handsome appearance ; the tubers are of large size, with remarkable smoothness of skin ; the eyes are few, distinct and shallow. It is of extreme whiteness, both of skin and flesh, and excellent table qualities. It has great vigor in growth and solidity of tuber, which enable it to resist disease to a remarkable degree. Peck. 50c; bush., 81.50; bbl., 83.50; 2 bbls., 86.50.
Peerless. An excellent Potato for general crop. Large size, very productive, good quality, white skin and flesh. Peck, 50c. ; bush., 81.50; bbl., 83.50 ; 2 bbls., 86.50.
World's Fair. Beautiful in appearance, very smooth, eyes few and on the surface so that there is no waste in paring ; sym- metrical in form, nearly round, creamy white skin covered with netting, quality perfect, tubers good sized and numerous ; com- pact in the hill, and near the surface. Medium early. Peck, 60c; bush., 81.75 ; bbl., $3.75 ; 2 bbls., $7.00.
BrownelFs Winner, Of superior quality, either baked or boiled ; it cooks even, white and dry. The vines are strong and healthy, and well calculated to resist the potato beetle. The tubers grow large, long, oval, slightly flattened, are very smooth and handsome, with few eyes. The tubers grow compact in the hills, with few small ones. The color is a light rose-pink. It matures medium late, and is a great producer. Peck, 50c; bush., $1.50 ; bbl., $3.50 ; 2 bbls., $6.50.
Early Puritan. Of handsome, oblong shape ; the skin and
Freeman Potato.
flesh are pure white. It cooks dry and floxiry, and is of excellent quality. It is very productive ; the vines are of vigorous, up- right growth, and the potatoes mature as early as the Early Rose. Peck, 50c; bush., $1.50 ; bbl., 83.50 ; 2 bbls., 86-50.
Extra Early Vermont. Same character as the Early Rose. Said to be somewhat earlier. Peck, 50c; bush., $1.25 ; bbl., $3.50 ; 2 bbls., $8.50.
White Elephant. A very productive late sort. Grows large, long potatoes, with but few small ones. Has a handsome blush and white skin. We have a fine selected stock of this variety. Peck, 50c; bush., $1.25; bbl., $3.25 ; 2 bbls, $6.00.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS.
Orders will be booked at the following prices as long as our present stock lasts, no matter If there should be an advance ii* the market. We fill orders just assoon as the weather, in our judgment, will permit. However, we cannot become responsible for changes in the weather by which they might become damaged while en route. We will ship at any time when requested to do so, regardless of the weather, if customers wish to take their own risk. *When customers request it, we will pack a barrel of two or three kinds without extra charge. When ordering: late, please state whether we shall return the money or send some kind of equal value, providing we cannot supply the sort you order.
Potatoes by Freight or Express at barrel, bushel, peck and % peck prices. The buyer pays the freight or express charges. Our barrels contain 2% bushels, good measure. All transportation charges must be paid by the buyer.
Prepaid Prices for small quantities of any variety of Potato, unless otherwise quoted. One lb., 25c; 3 lbs., 60c, post-paid.
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...List op Flower Seeds...
Our list of Flower Seeds embraces all the popular and easily grown varieties, as well as the best ▼
( novelties of recent introduction. Please note that all along we have made great reductions in Prices, and J
J in so doing we have sacrificed neither quality nor quantity. Our Flower Seeds are the finest obtainable. \
a Our Packets, we believe, contain MORE SEEDS, in proportion to Price asked, than those put out a
A by any other house. A
ABUTILON. A free growing, decorative shrub with bright bell-shaped flowers ; desirable either for greenhouse or garden. Finest mixed. Pkt., 35 seeds 7
ACACIA. Elegant shrubs with fern-like foliage. Richly- scented flowers. Finest mixed 7
ACROLINIUM. (Everlasting ) The dried flowers are used for winter decoration 3
AGERATUM. Hardy annual. Much used for bedding and edging. Pkt., 20u seeds 3
ALYSSUM. Sweet. Much used for edgings ; excellent as
a cemetery plant 3
Little Gem. Flowers fragrant; very dwarf, compact habit ; suitable for borders or pots. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
AMBROSIA. Hardy annual, with long, spiral stems; ex- ceedingly fragrant. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
ANTIRRHINUM. (Snap Dragon.) Tall. Yields an abun- dance of fine cut flowers 3
Dwarf. Makes the finest edgings. Finest mixed. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
Improved Strain of Asters.
ASTERS. Fancy Mixture. Contains all the beet strains
and finest colors; an incomparable mixture. Sure to
please. Pkt., 200 seeds 7
Fire King. Flowers nearly scarlet. The most brilliant
color in Asters. Pkt , 100 seeds 7
Snow Ball. Snow white; flowers very large. Pkt., 100
seeds 7
White Plume. Petals pure white ; strikingly unique ;
exceedingly beautiful. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
New Yellow. Bright sulphur yellow. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
New White Branching. Distinct ; beautiful ; stems very
large. Pkt , 75 seeds 7
Victoria. Magnificent flowers, massive and showy. All
colors mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
Harlequin. A striking variety of great beauty and odd
markiug; flowers remarkably showy. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
Perfection. Flowers double, large and beautiful. Pkt.,
75 seeds 3
BACHELORS' BUTTON. Double. Contains many new
colors and markings. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
Single. Includes all known colors. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
BALSAM. Finest Mixture.
Unrivalled for the great va- riety of color and size of flower; includes all the most desirable shades and
colors. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Good Mixed. An excellent mixture, lacking only some of the high-priced sorts contained in our fin- est Mixture. Pkt., 30 seeds 3
BEGONIA.YERNON. Flow- ers are a brilliant orange carmine, with bright yel- low centers. These are easily grown from the
seed. Pkt., 75 seeds 3
Tuberous Rooted. Single Mixed. Saved from the finest colors. Pkt., 100
seeds 7
Tuberous Rooted. Double Mixed. From the finest
colors. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
CALLIOPSIS, or COREOPSIS. Single. Flowers large,
bright, showy. Pkt., 200 heeds 3
Double. (New.) Flowers are of a rich golden yellow color, with maroon spots. Pkt., 200
Balsams.
CAMPANULA (Canterbury Bells). Single Mixed. A popular perennial, produc- ing bell-shaped flowers of many colors freely throughout the summer.
Pkt., 150 seeds
Double Mixed. Pkt., 150 seeds
CANARY BIRD FLOWER.
A beautiful annual climb- er. Foliage bright green, flowers golden yellow. Pkt., 20 seeds
CANDYTUFT. Snow
Queen. Distinctandbeau- Calliopsis, Double.
tiful ; forms a perfect mass
of white ; useful for borders. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
All Colors Mixed. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
CANNA. Crozy's New Dwarf. Flowers large, brilliant, embracing every shade of color. Beautifully marked. Pkt., 12 seeds 3
CARNATION, MARGUERITE. Will bloom in about four months after sowing the seed. The flowers are of many brilliant colors, variegated, exquisitely sweet and fully seventy-five per cent, double The plants succeed
alike sown in garden or in pots. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Finest 31 ixed. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
White. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
CENTAUREA MARGUERITE. (New,) One of the most valuable introductions of late years. Flowers are pure white, sulphur yellow and lavender. From seed sown in spring will flower until late in autumn. Pkt., 40 seeds 3
CHRYSANTHEMUM (French Marguerite). Annual.
Grown for cut flowers. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
Perennial. Fancy strain. Seed must be started early to bloom the first summer. Pkt., 50 seeds. 7
CINERARIA. Large flowering, best strain. Finest mixed. Pkt., 7
COBAEA SCANDENS. (Climber.) Does well both indoors and in open- ground. Flowers are large, bell-shaped, green at first, but later change to a beautiful deep violet blue. Pkt., 12 seeds 3
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Chrysanthemum.
COCKSCOMB. (Celosia.) Queen of Dwarfs. The best variety. Flowers are of a rich ruby red of extreme bril- liancy. Pkt., 75 seeds 3
COLEUS. A well-known foliage plant. Easily grown from seed. All colors mixed. Pkt., 150 seeds 3
COSMOS. Seed sown early and transplanted to open ground will produce plants covered with bloom until very late.
White. Flowers large, pure white. Pkt., 75 seeds 3
Pink. Beautiful. Pkt., 75
seeds 3
Pure Yellow. New and
striking. Pkt., 75 seeds 7
Finest Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
CYPRESS VINE. A delicate vine. Flowers star-shaped, If; scarlet and white. All col-
ors, mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds. 3
/ DAHLIA. Double. Easily grown from seed. Flowers first season. Pkt., 40 seeds 3 New Striped Single. Beau- tifully marked. Pkt., 40
3
DAISY. Double. Flowers white, pink, red and varie- rw™. gated. Finest mixed. Pkt.,
JJaisy' 100 seeds 3
Snowball. Flowers are white, with long stems; nearly all double. Pkt, 75 seeds 3
DATURA (Trumpet Flower). Flowers large, fragrant. Finest mixed. Pkt., 20 seeds 3
DIANTHUS (Chinese Pink). All the newest shades and markings; single, fringed and double; unsurpassed.
Finest mixed. Pkt., 75 seeds 3
Good Mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 3 Snowball. The flowers white and double. Pkt., 75 seeds... 3
ESCHOLTZIA (California Poppy). Hardy annual. Flowers large, rich golden yellow. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
FEVERFEW. Double. A
fine, old-fashioned plant, valuable in any garden. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
FORGET-ME-NOT. Blue, very pretty. Pku, 100 seeds. 3
FUCHSIA. Easily grown from seed. Will flower first year
in open ground. Finest va- ^^v^Bnflr^ rieties, double and single, vfv^iWy
mixed. Pkt., 7 « LlWlW
New Cape. Desirable new Dianthus Chinensis.
sort, crowded with showy,
scarlet, drooping flowers. Pkt., 50 seeds
GAILLARDIA. Showy, fine for bedding.
New Double. Finest colors, mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds
Single. Finest mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds
GERANIUM. Started early, this favorite flower can be pro- duce.! from seeds and will flower the first season.
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Good Mixed. Pkt., 25 seeds 3
GLOXINIA. Makes magnificent pot plants. Will bloom three months after seed is sown. A great array of beauti- ful colors.
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
GODETIA. Beautiful hardy annual. Flowers large, deli- cate and of varied colors. Finest Mixed. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
HELICHRYSUM. The most popular everlasting; many colors. Finest mixed. Pkt., 10U seeds 3
HELIOTROPE. Seed sown in the spring makes fine plants for bedding; are as easily grown as Verbenas. Finest mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
HOLLYHOCK. Chater's finest strain. Perfectly double. Flowers all con- ceivable colors. The fin- est strain of Hollyhock grown. If sown early, the plants will bloom the first year. Pkt., 50 seeds 8 Common Mixed. Pkt., 75
ICE PLANT. Handsome and curious Adapted for basket and rock work. The leaves and stems ap- pear to be covered with icy crystals. Pkt., 200
seeds 3 m -t> h, "ka&2?
LANTANA. Well-known shrub plants, with clus- ters of verbena-like flow- «, 7 ers of different colors. w«.imw*mh Finest mixed. Pkt., 30 Hollyhocks. seeds 3
LARKSPUR (Delphinum). Annuals of great beauty and rich colors Finest mixed. Pkt., 75 seeds 3
LINARIA. (Kenilworth Ivy.) A hardy perennial trailing plant for rock work and hanging baskets. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
LOBELIA (Royal Purple). An elegant plant of easy cul- ture, adapted for bedding, edginer, etc. Rich purple in
color. Pkt., 150 seeds 3
Finest Mixed. Pkt., 300 seeds 3
MARTGOLD. Legion of Honor (New). Petals show a red cross on yellow ground. Very striking and beautiful.
Pkt., 100 seeds 3
El Dorado. All shades of yellow. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
French. Mixed. All tbe finest colors; very showy. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
Fancy Nasturtiums.
MARVEL OF PERU. (Four O'clock.) Handsome flow- ers of great variety. Finest mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
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■IGNONETTE. Sweet. The most fragrant variety. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
Machet. Spikes are massive, covered with deliciously scented red flowers. Pkt., 100 seeds m.„ 3
Golden Queen. Flowers are of golden hue and fragrant. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
MIMOSA. (Sensitive Plant). An interesting and curious plant. The leaves close and droop at the slightest touch. Pkt., 15 seeds 3
MIMULUS. (Monkey Flower.) Flowers are singular in shape and of many brilliant colors, blotched and spotted. Finest mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
MIMULUS MOSCHATUS. (Musk Plant). So named on account of the musky odor of the plant. Pkt., 100 seeds... 3
MORNING GLORY. Con- volvulus. (Major.) The common Morning Glory. All colors mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
NASTURTIUM —FANCY DWARF MIXED. This mixture represents almost every known variety. It is made up by ourselves from named sorts. For variety of markings and brilliancy of color it has no superior. (Oz., 12c; lb.,
$1.50). Pkt., 25 seeds 3
Dwarf. Good mixed. This is an excellent mixture, but does not contain as many varieties or some of the more expensive sorts found in our fancy Mix- Convolvulus. ture. (Oz., 7c; % lb., 30c;
lb., 81.00). Pkt., 35 seeds... 3 Tall. Capital mixture, but the flowers do not possess the brilliancy and depth of coloring of the Lobb's Nastur- tium. (Oz., 7c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 80c). Pkt., 25 seeds 3
PANSY. Imperial German, Mixed. Unrivalled for di- versity of coloring and marking. This mixture is made up from over 100 of the finest named varieties, grown by pansy specialists of the Old and New World. We have never seen its equal. The diversity of colorings and
markings is almost beyond belief. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Good Mixed. An excellent strain. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
Royal Show. A well-known English mixture, containing
many fine varieties. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Fire King. The best Red Pansy known. Pkt., 100 seeds.. 7 Snow Queen. Ivory white, with scarcely any discolora- tion about the eve. " Pkt., 100 seeds.- 7
Phlox Drummondii.
Peacock. English variety. Beautiful ultra-marine blue.
Pkt., 100 seeds 7
Golden Beauty. Finest yellow variety. Pkt., 50 seeds... 7 Sweet Scented. The result of crossing the Pansy with the Sweet Violet. Flowers are of good size and of endless variety. Quite fragrant. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
PETUNIA. Extra Large Flowering. Mixed. This mix- ture em bodies all the best varieties and will prove an agreeable surprise even to those who expect much. All odd and notable kinds — black, crimson, white with yel- low throats, marble veined, striped, variegated, etc. Pkt., 100 seeds 7
Fine Double Mixed. Will produce about thirty per cent, of double flowers. Pkt., 40 seeds 7
Hybrida. Good mixed. Excellent for bedding. Shows many colors. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
Lady of the Lake. Pure white, double fringed, large flowering. Our strain of this magnificent double white Petunia has given great satisfaction. Produces about thirty per cent, double flowers. Pkt., 25 seeds 7
PHLOX DRUMMONDII.
Grandifiora. Large-flow- ering. Their richness of coloring and loug duration of bloom make them a grat- ifying feature of any gar- den. Pkt., 100 seeds
Good Mixed. Colors- are excellent, but flowers not as large as preceding. Pkt., 150 seeds
Starred and Fringed. A new race of Phlox. Many distinct and beautiful shades. Pkt., 100 seeds
Perennial. Finest mixed ; very desirable for bedding or border. Pkt., 25 seeds...
POPPY. Imperial Mixed.
Single and double. For a
great number of varieties.
richness and diversity of
coloring this mixture is not surpassed. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
Shirley. Flowers are larsre : colors varied. One of the
finest sorts. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
Fairy Blush. Flowers are immense ; double ; petals
fringed. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
Iceland. (Perennial.) Produce various colored flowers
in great abundance the first year. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
White Swan. Flowers enormous size, perfect form, very
double. Snow white. Pkt., 200 seeds 3
PORTULACA. Double Mixed. Very showy and beauti- ful. Only about 70 per cent, double flowers can be ex- pected from the finest mixtures. Pkt., 300 seeds 3
Single. All colors mixed. Pkt., 350 seeds.
PRIMROSE. New Eng- lish. Colors are beauti- ful. Splendid for bor- ders. Fine for growing in beds. Pkt., 50 seeds... 3
PRIMULA (Chinese Primrose). The colors include- crimson, pink, white, maroon, and the new Holborn blue. Our stock is the celebrated Hays »fc Wetherall strain of seed, costing us at the rate of $1,100 a pound in England. Pkt., 40 seeds. 7 Double. An excellent mixture; all colors. Pkt., 20 seeds 14
RICINUS (Castor Oil Bean). Fine foliage plant. Choice varieties.
mixed. Pkt., 8 seeds 3
Zanzibariensis. A new Castor Oil Bean from Africa. The plants attain great size. Leaves are enormous, often measuring two feet across. Pkt., 8 seeds 3
SALPIGLOSSIS. Grandifiora. Should be found in every
garden. Easily grown. Flowers vary in shade from light lue and straw color to deepest purple and richest brown.
Pkt., 150 seeds 8
SCABIOSA (Mourning Bride). Double black. Pkt., 50
3 3
Primula, Double.
Imperial German Panrtct.
Snowball. Flowers large, pure white. Pkt., 50 seeds.
SCARLET SAGE. (Salvia Splendens.) One of the grandest plants in cultivation. Flowers brilliant and bloom continually. Easily grown from seed. Pkt., 10 seeds
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The Sweet Pea has become one of the most popular of all cultivated flowers and admired, not only In the largest and best flower gardens, but as well in the humblest. They readily adapt themselves to circum- stances, giving some bloom, no matter how unfavorable the conditions ; but amply repay better care and culture, with a proportionate abundance of bloom. Everyone should plant a liberal quantity of Sweet Peas, for the list of distinct and beautiful varieties is now so large that no one will ever tire of them.
Our Packets of Sweet Peas contain 50 Seeds.
Adonis. Color, rose pink, veined rose ; lacks substance and size. Pitt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Alba Magnifica. A good pure white ; fair substance ; medium size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Apple Blossom. Standards are bright rosy pink, the wings blush ; largest size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Blanche Burpee. A new large, white flower, as large as Emily Henderson, with more graceful stems and sprays of flowers. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 20c; lb., 85c.
Boreatton. A very dark pea, with bold, stout flowers; the standard a shining bronze crimson ; wings of a beautiful crimson- purple, shaded with rose. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Bronze King. The standard is of a distinct coppery red, con- trasting with the pure white wings. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Butterfly. White, shaded and edged with blue ; large. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c ; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Captain of the Blues. Very large and very full ; wings, pale blue, the standard mauve. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Cardinal. Bright crimson scarlet ; a solid color. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb.. oUc.
Crown Princess of Prussia. Bright blush, wings paler; size medium. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Delight. White, touched with crimson, which latter tints the whole flower; fine, medium size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; l£ lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Dorothy Tennant. Largest tvpe of flower; color, rosy mauve. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Duchess of Edinburgh. Standard, light scarlet ; wings, light crimson ; medium flower. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Emily Eckford. A large, rosy lavender, changing to almost true blue. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c: 34 lb., 20c; lb., 65c
Empress of India. Rosy standard, white wings. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Fairy Queen. White, with fine lines of carmine on the standard ; wings, white ; medium. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % 15c.; lb.. 50c
Gaiety. Striped and flaked with purplish-pink. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 20c; lb., 85c.
Grand Blue. (Imperial Blue). Wings, bright blue, slightly shaded with mauve ; standard, deep purple. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c.
Ignea. Deep crimson scarlet; medium size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y. lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Indigo King. Maroon purple; wings, blue. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c.
Invincible Carmine. (Cardinal). Deep crimson scarlet, of good substance and fair size. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Invincible Scarlet. Clear, solid color, but of moderate size only. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Isa Eckford. White, suffused with pink ; moderate size and substance. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c.
Eady Beaconsfield. Wings, primrose yellow, with salmon- pink standards ; size, good ; moderate substance ; a strong grower ; most valuable for its color. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c*
Lemon Queen. Standard, soft blush and lemon ; wings, white ; flowers large and solid ; prolific. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
True Lottie Eckford. Mauve standard, with white wings, edged blue ; large, fine flower. Many firms have used Miss Hunt for this. Ours will be found perfectly true. Pkt.. 3c; oz., 7c; J4 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Miss Hunt. Pale carmine ; wings, laced rose. Pkt., 3c;oz., 7c; 34 lb , 15c; lb., 50c
Monarch. Bronzy crimson standards, with rich, deep-blua wings ; very large and fine. Pkt, 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Mrs, Gladstone. Delicate pink wings, deeper shaded oa edges ; good cut flower. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Mrs. Sankey. Standard white, flushed with pale blush; large flowered ; one of the best. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Orange Prince. Bright orange pink standard, wings pink; veined rose ; medium flower, but very distinct. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c
Primrose. The standards and wings a pale primrose yellow/; a medium pea. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Princess Beatrice. Bright rose, flushed with pink ; medium flower. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Princess Louise. (Violet Queen.) Standards pink, wings violet. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Princess of Wales. A very distinct variety, shaded and striped with mauve on white ground. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 341bt 15c; lb., 50c.
Purple Prince. Maroon standards, shaded with bronze and purple; blue wings; distinct. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c
Queen of the Isles. Also called Invincible Red Striped. Scarlet ground, with white stripes. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Red and White Striped. Very pretty combination. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Royal Robe. Delicate pink standard, the wings soft blush pink ; equal to the best in size and form , an exquisite color. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 14.1b., 15c; lb., 50c.
Senator. Standard chocolate ; shaded with creamy white, flowers finely expanded. .Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lD> 15c-J lD-t 50c
Splendor. A bright rose pink, solid color; large. Pkt., 3c; oz.. 7c; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
The Queen. Standards soft pink, wings mauve ; three flower* on a stem. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Venus. The popular hooded form, very large size ; good sub- stance ; color salmon buff, and in all one of the very best and distinct. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; % lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Waverly. Rosy claret, blue wings, shaded rose. Pkt., 3c; oz , 7c; 341b., 15c; lb., 50c.
White Invincible. Pure white, medium size. Pkt., 3c; oz, 7c ; y lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
Mixed Sweet Peas.
Our Special Mixture. Made up from finest new large flower- ing sorts. No mixture surpasses it. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; y lb., 25c; lb., 75c. ' , _
Eckford's "Gilt Edge" Mixture. Of undoubted supe»- iority. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c.
Fine Mixed, All sorts and colors. None better for the money. Pkt., 3c; oz., 7c; 34 lb., 15c; lb., 50c.
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WILLIAM. Hardy plants about one foot high, of extreme richness and variety of color, and also deli- ciously sweet-scented ; for clumps or borders no plant can surpass this old favorite.
Single varieties, mixed. Pkt, 100 seeds 3
Double varieties, mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds 3
SMILAX. Much used for winter decorations ; the seeds 6tart slowly and should be planted in loose, rich soil and kept moist and warm. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
6PRAGUAEA. Umbellata. Flowers in dense umbels, on leafless stems, six inches or more in length ; blossoms are pink and nearly everlasting. Sow seed under glass or in a sheltered place. Pkt 7
STATICE. Sinnata Hybrida. Produce their little flowers in panicles; will hold their color when dry, and work up nicely with everlastings. Pkt 3
STjKviA. Serrata. Produce an abundance of pretty white flowers early in fall. Pkt 3
STOCKS. Sometimes called Gilliflowers. These popular flowers are easily grown, and are so highly fragrant and of such great beauty, and have so many good qualities, that they deserve a place in every garden. They should be given good, rich soil to grow in and will amply re- ^ * h j f^z\ g ^ ward good treatment
with remarkable pyr- amids of bloom. Large-Flowering Per- petual White. Of strong growth, fine branching habit, and, if sown early, will bloom from May until November. Flowers very large and pure white, and the more often they are cut the better they like it. Deliciously fragrant.
Pkt., 50 seeds 3
Large-Flowering Dwarf German. Our mixture contains a great varietv of colors.
Pkt., 50 seeds 3
Dwarf German Ten Weeks. Large flower- Oerman Ten Week Slock. ing ; fine mixed. Pkt.,
50 seeds 3
Large-Flowering Pyramidal Dwarf. Pyramidal habit ; long spikes of large double flowers ; many choice colors
mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds .. 3
Snowfiake— Dwarf Forcing Ten Weeks. A beautiful variety of Dwarf Wallflower- leaved Large- flowering Stocks. One of the earliest of all Ten Weeks Stocks, and admirably adapted for forcing; the snow-white flowers are uncommonly large and very double. Pkt., 50 seeds... 3
Blood Red. Very fine new sort. Pkt., 50 seeds. 3
Princess Alice— Cut and Come Again. A fine, perpet- ual blooming stock. If sown early it blooms from June until frost, and the flowers are perfect during September and October. It throws out numerous side branches bearing clusters of very double pure white fragrant flow- ers, and is excellent for cutting ; two feet high. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
Emperor, or Brompton. These make very bushy and branching plants, with an abundance of large flowers. Sow in July or August Will last several years when pro- tected. Mixed colors ; 2 feet. Pkt., 50 seeds. 3
■APONARIA. An old-fashioned perennial with pink flowers. Often called Bouncing Betsey. Pkt 3
TORENIA. Fonrnieri. Beautiful free flowering, trailine plants, well suited for baskets, vases, and in moist sit- uations out of doors. A very handsome plant. Pkt 7
VERBENA. The Verbena is deservedly a universal favorite, unrivaled in the splendor of its dazzling brilliancy of flower. A constant bloomer, and if grown from seed has a sweet fragrance. Treat as tender annuals. Plant seed in boxes or under glass in March, and transplant when a few inches high. In this way the verbena can be grown from seed as early as any annual, and will produce much stronger plants than cuttings. Seed sown in the open ground will flower in August. Defiance. A true scarlet ; extra fine. Pkt., 50 seeds 3
Mammoth. When well grown every flower truss meas- ures over 9 inches in circumference,
while the single >r^v CSMff ^P^C
florets are as large , . JH»*i£/,kS^
as a 25-cent piece ; yVW
more vigorous in -i/V \
growth than the
ordinary verbena.
Contains a great
assortment of col- ors. Pkt., 50 seeds. 3 Candidissima.
Large trusses of
pure white flowers ;
beautiful. Pkt., 50
seeds 3
Yellow. Splendid <j. "-^j*
novelty which it
will pay flower
lovers to try. Pkt., ^*
50 seeds .. 3 Verbenas.
Extra Choice
Mixed. From the finest German collection of named
sorts. Pkt.,50seeds 9
Fine Mixed. Contains nice variety of colors. Pkt., 100 seeds 8
WISTARIA. One of the most popular hardy vines, climb- ing to a height of fifty feet or more. It is perennial and easily grown from seed. Of luxuriant and rapid growth, bearing in the spring immense panicles of purple or white flowers, produced in great profusion. Pkt 7
VIOLA. Odorata. The well-known sweet violet. All col- ors, mixed. Seeds start very slowly. Pkt., 100 seeds.. S
WALLFLOWER. Greatly prized for their exquisite fra- grance. They grow in long, brilliantly-colored spikes of flowers. There are many varieties. Plants removed to pots in autumn will produce an abundance of delight- fully fragrant flowers.
Double Varieties, mixed: Pkt., 50 seeds S
Single Varieties, mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds 1
WHTTL A VI A . Delicate and pretty, but perfectly hardy plants, with drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers.. They thrive in cool, moist situations ; free bloomers, and for partially shaded places they are very desirable. Mixed colors. Pkt., 50 seeds I
XER ANTH E MUM. Everlasting Flowers. Very desira- ble for winter decoration ; of neat, compact habit, free flowering and of the easiest cultivation. The leaves are covered with a silvery down, and the flowers are pure white, deep purple and yellow. An easy grown, hardy annual. Two feet. Double, mixed— all colors. Pkt., 50 seeds S
ZEVXIAS. One of the most brilliant annuals. A general favorite, its splendid double flowers rivaling in beauty, size and form, moderate sized Dahlias.
Donble Large-Flowering. Mixture of many colors ; fine strain ; cone-shaped. Pkt., 50 seeds 7
Double Snowball. Double, pure white, dwarf and com- pact. Pkt., 25 seeds. t
Dwarf Fireball. Double, fiery scarlet Pkt., 25 seeds t
Golden Yellow. Flowers large, perfect in shape, clear golden yellow. Pkt., 25 seeds. 3
Giant Flowering. Grows a handsome bush, three feet in height, and the mammoth, perfectly-formed, double flowers measure five to six inches across and are of in- tense and brilliant colors ; mixed. Pkt., 50 seeds. 3
Double Mexican (Haagenna). Of decided merit Close and vigorous in habit ; nearly covered with pretty golden yellow double flowers. Keeps its color when dried as winter flowers. Pkt, 50 seeds. 8
Double Liliput. Bush covered with flowers of fine form, smaller than the ordinary Zinnia ; flowers borne on long, stiff stems ; valuable for bouquets. Pkt, 25 seeds. 3
Donble Dwarf Mixed. Compact bushes, not over twelve inches high. Pkt, 25 seeds ~ 3
Donble Pompon. Charming, long, very double flowers; excellent for florists' use. Finest mixed. Pkt, 25 seeds.. S
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES.
Mixed Everlastings. A great variety of attractive Ever- lastings. Pkt., 100 seeds ~ 8
Flowers for Bouquets. This mixture contains seeds pro- ducing flowers suitable for cutting for vases and bouquets, nearly all having long stems, and will furnish a constant supply of cut flowers throughout the entire season. Pkt. ,
100 seeds. — t
Mixture of Climbers. A packet of seeds containing over twentv beautiful asnual climbers, useful for cover- ing out-houses, trellises, etc. Pkt., 100 6eeds Zju •
BARGAINS in New and Rare PLANTS, BULBS, ETC.
CUPHEA EMINENS.
The Giant Cigar Plant quickly at- tains a height of eighteen inches, each spike surmounted by a mass of scarlet flowers, tipped gold and green. These stems, when cut, remain fresh and bloom- ing for two weeks. 20c.
Double-Flowering Begonias.
Vulcan. A new very dwarf sort, deep Tlch, coral-red flowers, "excellent for bed- ding. 15c.
Fancy-leaved. Five beautiful sorts. 15c. each : 5 for 60c.
NEW WEEPING LANTANA.
The plant has a most graceful drooping habit, grows rapidly and blooms persist- ently winter and summer, producing a cluster of cheerful, clear rosy lilac flowers at each leaf. It is so very floriferous that as many as 590 clusters of flowers have been counted on one plant at one time. Planted in a large pot and set out during summer, it will form magnificent speci- mens, while for winter blooming indoors it does equally well. It is highly recom- mendable. 15c; 2 for 25c.
ABUTILONS.
Abutilon Savitzi (New). Bright green leaves, distinctly and broadly margined pure white. Long-stemmed flowers, of golden yellow veined with scarlet, stand- ing well out of the foliage. Blooms very freely all the year round. Makes fine specimens as pot plant or bedded out. A plant that will please you. 15c.
Abutilon Savitzi.
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI.
(New). Perhaps the best new plant in- troduced within ten years! Highly praised everywhere ; handsomest seen drooping from a pot or basket. Sprays 4 to 5 feet loug, of fresh green feathery foliage, useful for bouquets, wreaths or sprays ; remaining perfect for weeks after cutting. Grows freely the whole year round. Ex- tremely valuable for all purposes. Flowers white, followed by red berries. 15c. to $2.00; seed, 10c.
HAnriOTH BEGONIAS.
Flowers often six inches, lasting a long time and ranging in colors from white to pink rose, scarlet, and all their intermedi- ate shades ; also yellow. Fine roots, 10c. each ; 3 for 25c; 8 for 50c; with Jadoo to start them.
Double Begonias. Flowers often as double as a rose ; same colors. 15c; 2 for 25c.
Evansiana. A rare, hardy Japanese Be- gonia, living over winter out of doors in Pennsylvania. Flowers delicate rose, yel- low center, slightly fragrant. Small plants, 20c
Rubra. Five to six feet high. Coral- red flowers. 15c
Thurstoni. Foliage bronzy green, olive and crimson. Flowers rosy white in clusters. 15c.
President Carnot. Immense clusters of deep pink flowers. 15c.
ANTIGONON— Mountain Rose.
Numberless clusters of deep pink blos- soms so completely cover the vine as to almost hide the foliage. Grand and ef- fective when grown in a sunny spot. Hardy with slight covering. 15c. ; seed, 10c.
AERVA SANGUINEA.
Blood Leaf. Received under this name from South America. It is an ele- gant indoor plant, with dark deep red leaves, forming a charming contrast with other green-leaved plants. Good novelty. Grow this and Basella together and pro- duce a fine effect. You should have this in your collection. 15c.
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QUEEN OF THE NIGHT. HARDY CYCLAMEN.
Most glorious of all the Cacti ; opens after sun- . T^ck, leatQery leaveB, beautifully
set; flowers 12 to 14 inches, white and vellow, blotched grey and white. Flowers
exceedingly fragrant. Grandest flower in exist- ^nite» Pink and red. Monster bulbs,
ence. A plant that will please you. Three kinds, 15c- each- 4 for 50c- 20c. up to $5.00 each.
CROWN OF THORNS.'
When full of scarlet flowers and cov- ered with green foliage they are certain- ly grand. Price, 20c; cuttiugs.lOc.
CALANCHCE MARMORATA.
New. Figured in Botanical Magazine- Very handsome; leaves fleshy, silver}'' spotted with age. Flowers 4 inches i white and yellow. A plant that will please. 15c; seed, 6c.
WASHINGTONIA FILIFERA.
The Weeping Palm is certainly a beauty. Its large, silvery green leaves are most handsome and graceful, covered as they are with long silky threads. It is a fine house Palm, and the very best for growing in full sun out of doors. Easily raised from seed. Pkt., 10c; plants, 25c.
LOTUS— Coral Gem.
Nothing prettier under the sun for a hanging basket. Delicate silvery green feathery foliage, drooping in a most graceful manner, and, when in flower, a grand sight, the brilliant, dazzling crimson buds resembling some quaint orchid. Pretty, whether in bloom or not. Price, 15c.
CRASSULA— Winter Beauty.
Here is an excellent succulent plant for winter blooming— never misses to reward you with dense clusters of pink And white fragrant flowers. Price, 20c.
CLERODENDRON BALFOURI.
For over five years we have had a plant which has never been out of bloom, but has been covered with clusters of creamy white and carmine flowers. Nothing could be more beautiful. 15c.
CALLA, LITTLE OEM.
Seldom grows over 10 inches high, yet bears many sweet flowers of good size. An excellent plant. 20c The old white large-flowering Calla, 20c; large, 30c.
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CHOICE PLANTS— Continued.
DOUBLE NEW LIFE GERANIUM.
PANSY GERANIUM.
Mme. Bruant. Another grand novelty. Flow- A sensational novelty sent out from ers large, ivory-white, veined with lake, blend- Engiand at $2.50 each!! A new departure ing into a beautiful aureole of bright solferino. in every way. The outer florets are large, 20c,; the 3 Geraniums, 55c. of a brillant red ; in the center of these appears another pure white floret, effecting a charming contrast difficult to realize. Plant dwarf and floriferoiis; always very scarce. Our plants are remarkably nice and bloom profusely. 20c; 3 tor 50c.
SINGLE NEW LIFE GERANIUM.
Introduced nearly 20 years ago at $5.00 per plant. This has been en- tirely lost in this country until now. The flowers are very large, single ; some are white, some all scarlet, others striped white and scarlet; sometimes an entire spike is red, another all white. The beauty and oddity of this effect can well be conceded. 25c, or with Double New Life, 40c.
SWEET MALABAR VINE.
This is a gem of many colors, exceed- ingly rare and beautiful, which should not be mistaken for the common vinca.
CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.
The Umbrella Palm is of the very easiest culture, if given plenty of water. Indeed it will grow in a bowl, dish or vase partly filled with soil and water. From the center of the umbrella-like leaves appear small flowers, followed by young plants. 20c.
Qiant Moonflower.
The leaves are thick and fleshy, creamy- white, edged with pink and blotched with gray and emerald green. Its tiny flowers of yellow and red are very grace- ful. With age it assumes a drooping habit. When cut keeps fresh for weeks; of easiest growth. 20c.
THE GIANT MOONFLOWER.
Entirely new. De- scribed by the originator as bearing white flowers 6 to 8 inches across. More robust in growth (some- times 40 feet). Flowers open about 5 p.m., and close about 10 the follow- ing morning. More frag- rant than jessamine or orange blossoms. Dis- tinct. Highly ornamen- tal. 20c; seed, 10c
NEW CAREX JAPONICA:
First-class novelty, and an excellent table decorative plani The fine delicate leaves, edged as with a band of gold, are most gracefully recurved and perpetually in motion ; hence, with- out the stiffness of so many other plants used as table ornaments. A gem for jardinieres. Use- ful for many purposes. 10c; large clumps, 50c.
GOLDEN MORN=
ING GLORY.
Dense clusters of bright golden yellow flowers, even in the depth of win- ter. Last year, $1.00 each. Our price, 20c. Purple Mexican Ipomeea.— A thousand blossoms a day is not unusual from strong roots. Flowers deep purple, 15c. These two morning glories, 30c.
Golden Morning Glory.
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NEW DOUBLE GOLDEN RUDBECKIA.
"We hail it with delight, as being one of the most distinct and beautiful hardy perennials introduced for years." It will give you armfuls of large, very double gclden yellow flowers, elegantly set off with their own foliage. 20c.
THE GRAND NEW ASTILBE CHINENSE.
Mr. Lemoiue offers this in his latent catalogue at two dollars per plant, and it may therefore be admitted as a most valuable novelty. We consider ourselves fortunate in having a fine stock to offer to our customers at a much lower rate.
It is pronounced the finest Astilbe ever produced. The im- mense yet graceful and airy sprays of a new, delicate, flesh color are produced in immense profusion, literally covering the plants with flowers The handsome, dark green foliage adds effective color for cutting purposes, for which it will certainly be grown extensively, while as a shrub it is sure to find a selected spot in every garden aud park. It is one of those rare and interesting
plants whose introduc- tion—like that of Spi- raae Anthony Waterer, Caryopteris Mastacan- thus, etc.— will be hail- ed with delight by the critical amateurs and gardeners. 30c. each ; 12 for $3.00.
FARFUGIUH
GRANDE.
The leaves become Immense : clear, bright green, heavily blotched with golden yellow. Fine flowers. VVe rec- ommend it as a room plant. 25c.
RUELLIA riAKOYANA.
This precious acquisition is already in great favor with its lucky possessors. It is, indeed, one of the most brilliant flower- ing plants known, specimens having been shown measuring 30 inches across and carrying more than 300 flowers open atone time. These are of large size and of a bright, carmine red, and not only do they appear in the spring, but also most abundantly in the autumn. It is an elegant plant for jardinieres also, and can therefore be highly recommended, especially since it is of the easiest management.
To such high recommendation we scarcely need add a word. We have grown the plant ourselves for two years and are highly pleased with it. Grown indoors in a shady place, the colors of its leaves and flowers are even brighter than" in the open ground. It begins to bloom when only in 2-inch pots, and may almost be said to flower forever afterwards. At the recent, grand, inter- national exhibition at Ghent it received very many favorable comments. We are glad to be the first to offer "it in this country. 20c. each ; 12 for $2.00.
BABY
PRiriROSES.
This Primula has been grown by us for three years as a cut flower, and found very profitable, small spikes readily bringing $2 per 100. As a single plant produces over 200 flow- er spikes in a season, even in cool rooms, it ought to prove an ex- tremely profitable in- vestment. The flowers are of small size and graceful ; color is a del- i icate rose with white ' eye. They remain fresh in water for 4 weeks. Plants commence to I bloom even when one inch high. It is the I most fashionable flow- | er in Philadelphia to- ! day and greatly ad- mired by everyone. Fine blooming plants, i 20c each ; 12 for $2.00.
F1TTONIA Netted Gem.
Most beautiful plant. Leaves large, dark green, very closely and plainly netted with white. Quite distinct, 25c.
Also a variety which is densely netted with clear rose to red. Very fine. 25c.: both for 40c.
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The Yellow Rambler (Aglaia).
THE GOLDEN RAMBLER.
(Alister Stella Gray.)
Another grand new climber, first introduced by us. We had no idea of its perfectly continuous flowering habit. Our plants have been iu bloom the whole summer through and uniil December. Upon opening, the buds are a pure golden yellow, fading to white, so tbat yellow and white flowers cover the plant at one time. They are delightfully clove-scented, unlike any other Rose. Dormant plants potted in January were a won- derful sight a few weeks later, being covered with from 200 to 400 buds and flowers each.
THE CRIMSON RAMBLER.
Although introduced by us only a few vears ago, it is now the most popular garden Rose, is without a rival, and the grandest Rose ever introduced. It often grows 10 to 12 feet in a season, and is smothered in spring with immense clusters of glowing crimson flowers.
Strong young plants of the above 5 Rambler Roses at 15c. each, 4 for 50c, 1 of each for 60c; 2-year-old, strong plants, 35c, 3 for $1.00.
THE NEW
" CLEflATIS " PILLAR.
ROSE, CARMINE
Introduced by us in 1896. Its single flowers, 12 to 15 inches in circumference, of the brightest rosy carmine, cover the stems completely for a length of 10 to 12 feet. 25c, 3 for 6Uc; 3- year-old plants, 50c.
The New Rambler Roses
THE YELLOW RAMBLER (Aglaia).
The only Hardy Yellow Rose in cultivation.
This is a grand companion to the famous Crimson Rambler, equally strong in growth, beautiful in foliage and magnificent in bloom. Its absolute hardiness and its extreme floriferousness should make it one of the most popular Roses for years to come. While a strong climber, yet its shoots are so heavy that it can be used to great advantage as a lawn Rose. It also blooms pro- fusely grown in pots, as many as one hundred to one hundred and fifty blossoms are frequently produced on one branch. As a hardy Ro^e its color is truly remark- able, being a decided golden yellow. It is also very sweetly scented.
THE WHITE RAMBLER.
(Thalia Euphrosyne.)
The habit is the same as the Crimson and Yellow Ramblers. The color, however, is a pure delicate pink.
THE WHITE RAMBLER (Thalia).
If anything this is a stronger grower than the above, and eventually it will be found a better white climbing Rose than any in existence. Its hardiness, floriferous- ness and grand blooms make it a decided acquisition.
The Crimson Rambler.
...A GREAT SURPRISE IN STORE FOR YOU.,
It is impossible to estimate accurately how many plants of any kind will be sold during a season. In order to be able to fill 1 orders promptly, we grow a large surplus to meet unexpected demands. At the end of the busy season this surplus must
all
be disposed of, or the plants would become too large for mailing purposes stock. Many wait for it every year, know- Towards the 1st of May we make up these Dollar Surprise Collections of un- pect two, three or four times the value of you get plants worth 50 cents or 81 .00 each, tisement for us. They will consist of plants, bulbs, seeds, etc
We give our customers the benefit of this extra
Iing that they receive mueh for little, plants and bulbs in a number of One heard-of liberality. You may safely ex- your money, and need not be surprised if
These Surprise Collections are an adver-
for the house and garden— many that cannot be had elsewhere. We cannot, however.afford to send them during the rush of business ; but all orders will be filled before the 1st of May, or later if desired, and will be poBt-paid. The first 500 orders received during March will be entitled to an extra present, put up separately. All orders will be duly acknowledged by return mail, numbered and registered. Orders for $2, $3, $5 or $10 rilled on the same liberal terms. Be sure to state that you wish a Surprise Collection.
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Newest Everblooming Garden Roses.
August Comte. A fine all-round Rose— one that we recom- mend ; very odd and entirely distinct. Color rose red, outside petals carmine red, with broad border of a deeper color, and the center salmon-colored rose-ochre. Flowers of good size, double and full. Substance excellent. Well worth having. 30c.
Cointesse Lily Kinsky. A strong, vigorous grower, bearing large, full flowers of fine, regular form; color white, delicately tinged with blush; chamois- yellow center, very sweet and pretty. 20c.
Madam Von Siemens. Large, full, perfect flowers, borne in great profusion. Habit of growth strong and vigorous. Color flesh rose, very beautiful. Long, graceful buds. Ideal variety. 25c.
Sout, l>e Catherine Guil- lot. A grand Rose of great excellence, richly colored and thoroughly distinct from any other variety. Color coppery carmine, center shaded with orange. Flowers large, full, finely shaped and very sweet. Vigorous in growth. 20c.
Souv. Du Pere Lalanne. A large-flowering variety, half full, with large petals. Color brillant carmine, center gold ; ( the beautiful long bud is dark carmine. Habit very vigorous, producing flowers throughout the year in great abundance: 20c.
Rose D'Evian. Extra long magenta-red buds ; flowers very large, cup shaped and well filled; color fine rose, reverse of petals purplish red. A vigorous erect grower, with large, dark leaves. 30c.
Zephyr. Flowers sulphur- yellow, shading to nearly white as they expand. Large, full cupped, free and elegant ; rigorous in growth, and fine habit ; a most effective light Rose for bedding. 20c. These 7 Roses, SI. 35.
THE MEMORIAL ROSE.
Wichuraiana. Creeps over the ground like certain ivies. Immense number of single white flowers, yellow stamens. 20c.
The Green Rose.
A marvelous curiosity, which excites the wonder of all who see it. The flowers are deep green in color. 15c.
New Rose LITTLE DARLING,
or 1,000 Blossoms,
was sent out by Mr. J. C. Schmidt, of Erfurt, Germany, and promises to become a garden jewel. Our first experience with it last year proved it to be of the greatest value as a dwarf bedding Rose, the plant being literally covered throughout the season with thousands of small cup-shaped blossoms of a lovely carmine-rose, single sprays frequently bearing one hundred flowers. It is far superior to the Soupert Roses in every respect. 20c; 3 for 60c.
The New Sweet=Scented Calla.
FRAGRANCE."
The Fragrance of Violets and Lilies."
This is one of Mr. Luther Burbank's thousand dollar nov- elties, which should gladden the hearts and fill the pockets of all florists looking for "something that pays"; for we believe that it will become far more popular than the old Calla has ever been and that it will soon take the old Calla's place altogether, inasmuch as it produces more than triple the number of flowers and requires but half the space. Mr. Burbank says :—
"In the new Calla Fragrance, which is one of maHy thousand seedlings of Little Gem, we have not only a most charming flower produced in a profusion never before sur- passed, if equaled, and a week or tiro earlier, but also with a genuine, sweet, lasting fragrance all its own but similar to the fragrance of violets and lilies.
"The plants are of medium size, compact in growth and multiply with great rapidity, growing and blooming pro- fusely, under any ordinary treatment. In purchasing Frag- rance no mistake need ever- be made, as the foliage is unique, being handsomely fluted, as shown in the half- tone. Correspondents have been writing ever since it was first mentioned in 1S94, asking when it would be intro- duced. It is now offered for the first time."
This valuable and remarkable novelty will undoubtedly soon win its way to universal public favor. 20c. each, 32.00 per doz.
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Best Selection of Summer -Blooming Bulbs.
AMARYLLIS.
BEGONIAS.
No bulb is easier to manage ; pot them when received ; allow them to perfect growth, in pots or in the garden, then let the foliage dry off ; keep the bulbs in their pots in dry cellar ; bring up again in early spring.
Belladonna. A free-bloomer ; the most beautiful satiny rose ; large clusters, exquisitely fragrant; Price, 20c.
Equestre. Large ; orange red, centre shading to green ; quite distinct ; you should have this. Price, 20c.
Johnso'ni. Enormous flowers ; deep crimson scarlet, white stripe ; produces 10 to 15 flowers per bulb. Price, 35c.
Formosissima. Intense dark crimson maroon ; of velvety tex- ture ; very free bloomer. Price each, 15c; 2 for 25c.
Hallii. A rare Japanese sort ; perfectly hardy here ; flowers large, in clusters ; beautiful rose. Price each, 35c; 2 for 60c.
Longifolia Alba. Enormous foliage ; large clusters of pure white, sweet-scented flowers. Price, 30c; same with pink flowers, each, 20c; 3 for 50c.
Lutea. Yellow-flowering; blooming in September ; hardy. Price, 15c
Vittata. White ground, penciled and striped pink and red. Price, 25c. Seedling Amaryllis. Imported from England, among which will be found many valuable new sorts ; blooming-size bulbs, almost every one of which will produce distinct flowers. Price each, 25c; 3 for 60c We send the eight Amaryllis named, for $1.40.
Gorgeous blooming plants ; flowers up to 3, 4 and 5 inches ; white, yellow, pink, rose, crimson ; profuse bloomers during the entire season ; never fail to give satisfaction. Strong tubers, each, 10c-; 8 for 50c.
Double Flowering Begonias. Blooms large and full, like a Pseony ; many differ- ent shades, though no whites. Strong tubers, to bloom the whole season, 20c; growing plants, 30c
FANCY LEAF CALADIUMS.
Nothing can equal these in brilliancy of foliage. To say that there are over 400 combinations of colors is sufficient— all colors, except blue, being ' represented ; leaves often 18 inches in size. Plants or bulbs, 30c and up to $1.00 ; 30 -cent sorts 3 for 80c.
NEW AND RARE CALLAS.
Little Gena. Seldom grows over 10 inches high, yet bears many sweet flowers of good size ; an excellent plant. Price, 20c.
The White Large -Flowering Calla. Price 20c; extra large, 30c.
THE LEOPARD CALLA.
Flowers often 15 inches long; inside peculiar golden, spotted with purple and brown blotches; back of flower metallic brown. Large bulbs, 25c.
THE SPOTTED CALLA.
Flowers yellowish, leaves covered with transparent white spots ; effective window plant ; distinct. Price 15c
THE BLACK CALLA.
The flowers are immense ; often 15 inches long and of a velvety purplish black, and have sold in New York at $5.00 each. This is the Black Lily of Palestine, which was supposed to be a myth. Price each, 20c and 30c. Special Offer.— We send the 5 Callas here named for 75 cents, not including the yellow.
GERMAN AND JAPANESE IRIS.
The magnificence of the German and Japanese Iris surpasses any possible description. The flowers are enormous— 6 inches to 1 foot across ; Hundreds upon hundreds of colors and combina- tions of colors are to be found among them. Any one having a garden should plant them in quantity ; they are perfectly hardy. Price each, 15c; 5 for 50c.
GLOXINIAS.
One of the handsomest summe' -blooming plants; flowers 3 inches in diameter; upright, colors crimson, violet, rose, scarlet, white and beauti- fully spotted ; grand velvety leaves. Price each, 10c; 3 for 25c; 7 for 50c.
MONTBRETIAS.
Their immense popularity is certainly well deserved ; scarcely any bulb will give as much bloom ; they are hardy, easily grown and propa- gate amazingly ; they should be planted by hun- dreds. Five sorts, yellow, red, apricot, pink, scarlet. Price each, 5c; the 5 for 15c; 15 of each for 60c.
Begonias.
Japanese Iris.
Montbretias.
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NEW AMERICAN AND FOREIGN CANNAS.
Cannas are now all the rage, and no garden should be without them. The choicer kinds can now be had so cheaply as to be within the means of all ; besides the kinds mentioned below, we can offer 200 varieties. Send for special list
Italia. Orchid flower sort ; immense flowers ; orange-gold. Price, 15c.
Austria. Mammoth blooms ; yellow, faintly spotted red. Price, 15c.
Philadelphia. The finest crimson-scarlet in existence. Price, 30c.
Alsace. Nearly pure white ; grand for bedding ; extra. Price. 15c.
Alphonse Bouvier. Fine crimson ; tall grower; very free. Price, 15c
Admiral Avellan. Darkest foliage, scarlet flowers ; extra. Price, 15c.
Florence Vaughan. Yellow, spotted red ; large trusses. Price, 15c.
Charles Henderson. Good crimson ; profuse and desirable. Price, 15c.
Madame Crozy. Dazzling scarlet, edged with yellow. Price, 15c.
Paul Marquant. Orange-scarlet ; large spikes ; dwarf. Price, 15c.
Rose of May. A fine rosy carmine ; distinct color. Price, 15c.
Marigold. A beautiful orange ; large and free-bloomer. Price, 15c
We will send 2 of any of the above for 25c; 5 for 50c. (excepting Philadelphia) or the 12 varieties for 81.50.
Mixed Cannas. Price, 10c; 12 for $1.00.
DAHLIAS.
Cannas.
BOUQUET DAHLIAS.
E . T. Jungker. Golden amber.
Dr. Webb. Dark crimson. Miss Lou Kramer. Yellow. Marguerite Bruant.
White.
Vivid. Brilliant scarlet- orange.
Sappho. Dark maroon.
All the above at 15c. each; any 6 for 75c; the 18 for #3-25.
Mixed Dahlias. Fine roots. Price each, 12c; 5 for 50c.
Named Dahlias. Price each, 15c; 12 for $1.50.
FINE MIXED
GLADIOLI.
Our mixed Gladioli embrace a magnificent variety of beau- tiful colors, all the poorer sorts having been discarded when In flower. We trust that many of our friends will avail them- selves of these very low prices to plant largely.
First Size Bulbs, guaran- teed to flower; extra fine mixed. Price, 3 for 10c; per doz., 30c; 45 for $1.00; 100 for $2.00, post-paid. Dahlias.
By express, 100 for SI. 75; 1000 for $16.50. . , ,„
Second Size Bulbs, which will all flower the first summer. Price, 5 for 10c; per doz., 20c; 100 for $1.50, post-paid.
By express, 100 for $1.25 ; 1000 tor $12.00, embracing all colors.
LEMOINEI SEEDLING GLADIOLI.
The colors are more intense and vivid than in any other Gladioli. Good flowering bulbs, all new Lemoinei Seedlings. Price, 5 for 25c; per doz., 50c; 25 for $1.00 ; 100 for $3.50, by mail, post paid.
Named Gladioli. In 20 sorts, price each, 10c; 3 for 25c; 7 for 50c
GARDEN LILIES.
Lilium Speciosum Roseum. White, shaded and spotted with deep rose and carmine ; very sweet.
Lilium Splendens (Leopoldi.) A most magnificent flower of large size ; pure scarlet; verv distinct. __ ,
Lilium Tigrinum. Perfectly hardy and certainly a very fine garden plant; flowers, orange yellow. , m. _
Lilium Tigrinum, fl. pi. The double-flowered sort of the Tiger Lily ; very beautiful ; quite distinct. , , , „
Lilium Umbellatum. Produced in dense clusters or umbels ; colors, yellow, pink and orange. . . ^
All the above lilies are at 10c. each; 100 lilies, in eight sorts, our choice, »*.00.
These are now as popular as Chrysanthemums— every one grows them. Gilt Edge. First prize Dahlia ; white, edged with golden yellow. Price, 30c Grand Duke. First Prize ; immense flowers ; white, tipped pink. Price, 25c. Mrs. Gladstone. First prize as best pink ; a grand flower. Price, 25c Marguerite. Beautiful lilac ; fine. Price, 25c.
Orange King. Rich saffron yellow ; extra. Price, 25c. Snow Clad. Finest dwarf;
white. Price, 30c. These 6 new Dahlias for $1.30.
SHOW DAHLIAS
General Collection.
Arabella. Pale primrose. Ad. Livoui. Soft pink ; fine. Crimson Ball. Rich crimson. Fern Leaf. White, edged crimson. Pluton. Finest yellow. Penelope. White and lavender. Elegans. Rosy purple.
CACTUS DAHLIAS.
Baron Schroeder. Fine purple. Delicata. Pale vellow and pink John Bragg. Velvety maroon. Kynereith. Grand scarlet. King of Cactus. Large ; crimson. Numphea. White, edged pink.
Honor Bright Tomato.
A PECULIAR BRIGHT RED VARIETY
Which first appeared in the form of a single " sport" plant in a large field of Livingston's Stone Tomato in 1894.
ITS CHIEF PECULIARITIES
are its solidity, long-keeping qualities after being picked, and the remarkable changes of color the fruit undergoes during growth and ripening. These changes of color provide an easily learned guide to the proper time of picking.
IT DIFFERS FROM EVERY OTHER TOMATO.
The color of the Fruit, when fully ripe, is a rich, bright red, but before reaching this stage it under- goes several interesting changes. First it is light green, then an attractive waxy white, then lemon, chang- ing to red. One of the most attractive and handsome varieties grown, and well adapted for home use and market, and, on account of its solidity and long-keeping qualities, it is especially recommended for shipping. It can be shipped in barrels, like apples, if picked in the early stage of ripening, and will keep from one to four weeks if stored in a cool place. The skin seems to be crack-proof, as, the past season, we had two crops — one on rich, highly-manured upland, the other on rich river-bottom land — and not a single tomato was found with a skin-crack, even after the exceedingly heavy rains during the harvest.
The Clusters bear three to five large, symmetrical fruits, on hard, woody stems, the fruit ripening very evenly from the blossom end to the stem.
Its Table Qualities are excellent ; the flesh, when ripe, being tender and melting, not hard as one might conclude from the solidity of the uncut fruit.
Those who grow it will find it a valuable acquisition, and will be surprised at its distinctness from all other known sorts. Pkt., IOC.; OZ., 50c, J lb., $1.50.
Our Pansy Collections.
•..SPECIAL OFFERS IN PANSIES... 14 Packets for 50c, Post-paid. 6 Packets (your choice) for 25c.
The following varieties have been selected from the choicest named sorts, and will give the best results. Packets are regular standard measure and the seeds of the highest quality.
Fire King. The best red Pansy known.
Snow Queen. Ivory white, with scarcely any discoloration about the eye.
Peacock. English variety, beautiful ultra-ma- rine blue.
Golden Beauty. Finest yellow variety.
Mahogany. A beautiful rich mahogany color.
King of the Blacks. Flowers intensely dark, almost coal black.
Lord Beaconsfield. Large flowers of deep purple violet.
Harlequin. Beautifully marked, blotched and striped.
JLight Blue. Nearly sky blue.
Gold Margin. Very handsome.
Prince Bismarck. Brown, golden-bronze, marble.
Odier. Superb flowers of fine form and beauti- fully blotched.
Snowflake. Flowers of an exquisite pure sat- iny-white.
Imperial German Mixed. A mixture con* The Prince Bismarck. taining all the very finest varieties.
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SWEET ...PEAS
For Every One
2 Remarkable Offers
Pr\p 2 *SC we w^ sen(l y°u' by mail, post-
1 paid, our beautiful collection of
Sweet Peas, consisting of one large packet each of the following ten varieties :
Emily Henderson. Pure white. Apple Blossom. Bright pink
and white. Firefly. Brilliant scarlet. Bronze Prince. Maroon, with
purple wings. Cap't of the Blues. Purplish
mauve and pale hlue.
Orange Prince. Bright orange pink.
Venus. Salmon buff.
Pale primrose yel-
Primrose.
low.
Princess May. Light lavender. Vesuvius. Violet, with crim- son spots.
pQp 50C we W^ senc* y°u' ky mail, post-
! paid, one ounce each (total:
one full pound) of the following sixteen standard varieties of Sweet Peas :
Adonis, Rose and carmine. Alba Magnifica. Pure white. Apple Blossom. Bright rose and pink. Blanche Ferry. Pink and white. Bronze Prince. Standards, maroon,
purple wings. Butterfly. White, laced w ith lavender. Cap't of the Blues. Purplish mauve
and pale hlue. Crown Princess of Prussia. Light
salmon.
D tchess of Edinburgh. Scarlet and crimson.
Empress of India.
Rosy pink standard, with white wings. Fairy Queen. White, shaded rose and violet.
Imperial Blue. Blue, shaded mauve.
Invincible Carmine. Shining crim- son scarlet.
Invincible, Red Striped. Whlw
stripe on scarlet.
Indigo King. Deep maroon, nearh indigo.
3Irs. Gladstone. Delicate soft pink/
One PACKET each of the above sixteen varieties, 35 cents.
It requires one ounce of sweet peas to sow 10 feet of drill, so that the above collection is enough to sow 160 feet. If this is more than you can use, you can easily get your neighbor to share it with you. There is nothing that affords so much pleasure for so little money expended as a nice hedge of Sweet Peas.
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