On soil not infested vrLth Red Stele ? The grower should obtain 

 disease-free plants fr'ttn inspected- stoVk* Avoid hand-outs from neighbors 



unless you know the disease v'^ibnation in those plantiiigs « The 



Extension Service and research staff at the University of Massachusetts 

 will be interested to learn of Red Stele troubles in your area, 



A, S. Fish Jr, 



VARIETIES OF GRAPES FOR !IASSAGHUSETTS 



Erie A good quality black grape which ripens the latter part of August* 

 Particularly recommended for the home vineyard and is worthy 

 of consideration for roadside stand trade where a very early 

 grape is desired. It is self -unfruitful and requires cross 

 pollination with seme other variety, 



Ontario An early white grape suitable for the home vineyard vfhere a 

 Tfhite grape of high quality is desired. The berries shatter 

 considerably within a few days after it is harvested, 



Fredonia A good quality black grape. Recommended as an early variety for 

 roadside stand trade* The vine is vigorous and productive. It 

 should be pruned less severely than most other varieties. 



Van Buren An attractive black grape of good to excellent qualityn The 



vine is vigorous and productive. It is particularly susceptible 

 to dgwny mildew. Has possibilities as an early comne rcial variety. 



