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similar to the Mammoth Cluster in quality, but larger 

 and more productive; it is one of the largest of the Black- 

 cap family, hardy, strong grower; canes strong, branch- 

 ing, with a few sharp greenish spines ; it commands the 

 highest price in market. 



HEESTINE, 



Very large, bright scarlet; flesh moderately firm, 

 sweet and juicy ; separates from the core freely ; canes 

 strong, erect, spines short, strong, scattering, greenish 

 white, a little purple. 



MAMMOTH CLUSTER. 



Larger than Doolittle Black Cap, but a little later. 

 PHILADELPHIA. 



Medium, roundish, dark crimson ; flesh soft, mild, sub- 

 acid, separates freely; canes vigorous, tall, branching, al- 

 most free from spines. 



SOUTHERN THORNLESS. 



Medium, roundish, conical, brilliant red; grains of 

 medium size, compact ; flesh soft, sweet, not rich ; canes 

 vigorous, reddish on the sunny side; upright, not often 

 with branches ; few short, purple spines ; foliage large 

 and abundant, productive ; a nice variety for family 

 use. 



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