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The following list of varieties will afford a satisfactory supply for a family, while the 

 surplus, if any, may be marketed if desirable: 



First, Turner; second, Herstine; third. Golden Queen; Fourth, Cuthbert. 



If extra trouble in the way of winter protection can be afforded, the quality may be 

 improved by the addition of the Brinckle. 



HYBRIDS ROOTING FROM THE TIPS OF THE CANES. 



ABBREVIATIONS. 



Color. 

 p. purple, 

 pa. pubescent. 

 8. slightly. 



Fungi. 



A. Anthracnose (Glcxonponum venetuTn, Speg.) 

 D. Downy mildew of the foliage. 



before full maturity. It will be mainly valued by the curious, and by those desirous 

 of having this fruit out of its regular season. 



Hopkins is understood to have originated in Missouri. Although not extensively 

 known in Michigan, it proves successful and profitable here also. 



Johnston's Sweet was brought out by Robert Johnston of New York. It is a very 

 productive black cap, of exceedingly mild flavor, and is, like the Ohio, valued for eva- 

 porating purposes, doubtless for the same reason. 



Shaffer (Shaffer's Colossal) is, as its synonym imports, a very vigorous grower, even 

 for one of its class. It is frequently spoken of as a hybrid, the chief evidence of which 

 is the unusual color of the fruit, which, when fully ripe, is a very dark brown, and very 

 pubescent. The fruit is very large; and its high, sprightly flavor renders it very popu- 

 lar for canning among persons who have learned its peculiarities. 



Hilborn is a comparatively recent variety, originating in Ontario. That described in 

 the tabulation is strongly suspected to be spurious. The genuine Hilborn is of large 

 size, nearly as large as the Gregg, and of superior quality. 



Gregg occupies the leading position as a market variety on account of its large size, 

 productiveness, and good handling qualities. It cannot be rated very high so far as 

 flavor alone is concerned. 



Mammoth Cluster (McCormick) was the leading market blackcap till displaced by 

 the Gregg. It appears to be rapidly going out of use. 



