The Foard Tomato. 



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THE FOARD TOMATO. 



This is a new variety introduced the past season, but by whom origi- 

 nated I am unable to say. It was sent out by Mr. Robert Buist, jun., of 

 Philadelphia, as a new tomato, at twenty-five cents a package of twenty-five 

 seeds. 



Planted at the same time, and receiving the same care and attention, as 

 the Maupay, it proved to be ten days later than this variety, which in fruit 



it closely resembles ; although in the foliage and general habit of growth it 

 is quite distinct, and easily distinguished, particularly during the early 

 stages of its growth. 



I do not consider it equal to the Maupay, being later, and not so produc- 

 tive. Fruit large ; color deep red ; flesh solid and well flavored ; form, on 

 the average, below the Maupay for smoothness and beauty. C. A^. B. 



