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succeed over the largest area may be mentioned the 

 following : 



Columbus Fruit large, greenish-yellow, and of 

 good quality. Plant vigorous a^J very productive. One 

 of the best. 



Downing A very hardy and productive variety, 

 with light green fruit of medium size. It is especially 

 valuable for cooking on account of its tender skin and 

 good quality. 



Red Jacket One of the best of the red fruited 

 varieties. Fruit of large size and good quality. 



Industry An English variety that under some 

 conditions is very satisfactory. The fruit is of large 

 size and good quality, but the bush generally makes a 

 slow growth. 



For insects and fungous diseases attacking the 

 gooseberry, see Chapters XX and XXI. 



