644 GARDENING FOR THE SOUTH. 



Gandy (hermaphrodite). — Some planters report this 

 plant as " strong, vigorous with plenty of runners," 

 others again say that " it is a weak grower, setting few 

 runners." Fruit large and well shaped; ripens evenly; 

 quality good and ships well. Popular in Mississippi. 



Haverland (pistillate). — Highly thought of in many 

 sections. Leaves with long steins and dark green in 

 color; vigorous and prolific. Fruit large with excellent 

 flavor; color deep red; excellent market berry. 



Fig. 280— Sharpless Strawberry. 



Hoffman (hermaphrodite). — A southern type, vigor- 

 ous in growth, with numerous runners; fruit long, 

 medium sized ; dark red and firm; acid taste. Productive 

 and one of the best market varieties. 



Michel's Early (hermaphrodite). — A strong, healthy 

 plant, with large leaves; many runners. Fruit medium 

 size; excellent quality. Withstands heat and dry weather 

 well. 



Sharpless (hermaphrodite). — A good home berry, but 

 not suitable for market purposes. Fruit of excellent 

 quality, and very large and irregular in shape; dark red 

 in color. 



