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BOARD OF AGRICULTURE. 



French origin and was carried to Canada at a very early date, from 

 whence we have received it. It occupies the first rank among 

 Canadian apples. Fruit of medium size, or rather less, deep crim- 

 son ; flesh snowy white, tender, and of delicious flavor. Tree of 

 vigorous growth, succeeds well in the nursery and bears early and 

 abundantly ; is adapted to a variety of soils and deserves exten- 

 sive cultivation in all parts of the State. Is perfectly hardy, even 

 in Aroostook county and in New Brunswick. November to Feb- 

 ruary. 



Foundling. 



Foundling. Originated in Groton, Mass. The tree is of a 

 spreading habit, hardy, a good grower and regular bearer. Fruit 

 large, ribbed. Skin greenish yellow, striped and shaded with deep 

 red. Flesh yellow, tender, and juicy, with a rich aromatic flavor. 

 One of the best of its season, which is from the end of August to 

 October. Has been grown in the State for twenty years or more, 

 but is not so well known or widely cultivated as it deserves to be. 



Fall Orange — Holden Pippin. Large, roundish, oblong ; skin 

 yellow, sometimes a brownish cheek next the sun and sprinkled 

 with dark crimson dots. Stalk very short, inserted in a narrow, 



