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The chief varieties grown and those in greatest demand do not coincide 

 very closely. This fact is indicated by the following list, which was 

 compiled in 1909 from reports obtained from thirty-four commission 

 men in the principal cities in the northeastern part of the United States: 



A few of the most valuable varieties of cherries are described on the 

 following pages. It is hoped that these brief descriptions will be of some 

 value in assisting the prospective cherry-grower to select varieties for 

 planting. 



sweet cherries 



Bing. — Originated in Oregon. A seedling of Black Republican. 

 Fruit very large, heart-shaped to roundish, almost black; stem short, 

 thick; skin tough; flesh dark purple-red, firm, meaty, juicy; flavor rich, 

 sweet; quality excellent. Mid-season to late. 



Tartarian {Black Tartarian) . — Originated in Russia. Fruit large, 

 heart-shaped, purplish black; stem long, slender; skin thick, tender; 

 flesh deeply colored, half tender; flavor very mild, sweet, pleasant; quality 

 very good. Mid-season. This is the most popular market variety of 

 sweet cherry. It is very productive and ships well. 



Wood {Governor Wood) . — Originated in Ohio. Fruit medium to large- 

 sized, round, heart-shaped, light yellow shaded with red; stem long; skin 

 thin, tender; flesh tender, juicy, sweet, flavor delicious; quality good. 

 Season early. A very popular early cherry that is good for early market 

 and home use. It is likely to crack badly. 



Lambert. — Originated in Oregon. Fruit large to very large, heart- 

 shaped, deep yellow, covered with red at maturity; stem heavy, short; 



