

PETEH HErUDESSOfi fit CO., flEltf YOP^.— VEGETABLE SEEt) flOVEHTIES. 11 



NEW EXTRA EARLY CABBAGE 



As early as Jersey Wakefield, 

 with round flat heads, shaped 

 like Henderson's Early Sum- 

 mer, only a trifle smaller. 



"Henderson's "Early Spring. 



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f N our catalogue for 1893 we illustrated " Our Honor Arch," composed of our valuable 

 introductions. The keystone to this arch was that well-known specialty, Hender- 

 son's Eakly Summeb Cabbage. We then cherished no idea that so soon as 1895 we 

 should have a variety which would not only equal, but even exceed it in value. Such, 

 however, is the claim we make for Henderson's Early Spring Cabbage, which we offer 

 this year for the first time. Our patrons, remembering that we have introduced such peerless varieties as Early Jersey Wakefield, Early 

 Summer, Succession, and Autumn King, will agree that we have done much to improve this valuable vegetable. As twenty years ago 

 we introduced Henderson's Early Summer Cabbage, fully convinced that it would achieve the immediate and permanent popularity it 

 deserved, so now, with no less confidence, we call attention to this variety, being just as fully assured that it will prove the most valu- 

 able early Cabbage ever introduced. We say it advisedly and confidently, our opinion having been formed after unusually careful, patient 

 and critical tests. The variety is of Early Summer type, but about one-fifth smaller, having only four or five outside leaves, and these so 

 small, and growing so near to the head, that it maybe successfully planted twenty-one inches apart, as close as any variety we know of. 

 But its great value lies in the fact that it is the only first Early Flat Cabbage. It possesses wonderful uniformity in shape, being 

 round, slightly flattened at top of head. Stem is short and extends but little into the head ; this feature is valuable, as it makes almost the 

 entire head edible. The veining of the leaves is particularly fine, in which respect it shows its finely bred character, being entirely free 

 from any coarseness whatever. There is no Cabbage we know of having a more solid head ; but, added to this, it has the peculiarity of 

 heading firmly at an early stage in its growth, so that the finest Cabbage, though small, can be obtained long before it has attained its 

 mature size. It is entirely free from any rankness of flavor such as deteriorates many well-known Cabbages. Price, 25c. per packet, 

 5 packets for $1.00. 



. . . LONGFELLOW BUSH BEAN. . . 



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 This is an ideal String Bean in every respect. The pods are 

 6)£ inches long, pale, soft green in color, perfectly straight, free 

 from neck, with short terminal point, slightly creased at back, 

 otherwise quite round. They are free from that rough, woolly 

 covering and inner lining of tough skin which we associate with 

 old beans, and what little string exists is not developed until the 

 pod is quite old. The flavor is most delicious, and it has the 

 peculiarity of preserving its delicate color almost intact when pre- 

 pared for the table, a striking contrast to the insipid-looking 

 dishes which are often set before us. These features alone set 

 forth its value sufficiently, but it combines with these remarkable 

 earliness, being ready for use four days in advance of any variety 

 of merit. Its bearing qualities are unexcelled, and it matures its 

 crop very regularly, even under adverse conditions. 



Price, 15c. per pkt., 4 pkts. for 50c, 10 pkts. for $1.00. 



. . . ROYAL PRIZETAKER ONION. . . 



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This variety has now been several years on the market and is 

 already recognized as one of our standard varieties. Barely has 

 any vegetable attained prominence more rapidly. We always had 

 a very high opinion of it, but our patrons clearly value it more 

 highly still, our sales every season indicating a larger increase 

 than we could well supply. 



Nothing short of actual knowledge of this variety will convey 

 a really adequate idea of its great value, whether considered as a 

 variety for commercial or private culture. 



Its immense size will recommend it to all, particularly when 

 it is known that its keeping qualities are unexcelled. 



It is easily grown, medium early in maturing, mild in flavor and 

 altogether most desirable. 



Our strain of this variety received an award of merit from the 

 Boyal Horticultural Society of England. 

 Price, 10c. per pkt., 30c. per oz., 80c. per 14 lb., $2.50 per lb. 



m= =* HENDERSON'S "NEW YORK MARKET" CARROT. * ' t& 



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Nearly every Carrot possesses one or more good features in a greater or lesser degree than another. It will be found that New York 

 Market, which we introduce this season for the first time, has more good features than any of the existing sorts. 



Detailed, it may be described as follows : It bears a general resemblance in form to Half Long Danvers, the chief differences showing 

 In the shoulder and base of root, the former being more gently rounded, the latter tapering more suddenly — in a word, it is more cylin- 

 drical. The color is bright and most attractive. 



One of the evils to avoid in a Carrot is a hard, woody " core." In New York Market we have the minimum of core, and what there 

 is is so tender that the only evidence of its presence is a difference in color, the entire Carrot being crisp, tender and sweet throughout. 



It is one of the heaviest cropping varieties in existence, and from its symmetrical shape and general appearance we are sure it will be 

 found an admirable variety to bunch for market, as well as being unexcelled for private use. 



Price, 15c. per pkt., 25c. per oz., 75c. per }£ lb., $2.50 per lb. 



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TWO GRAND NEW TURNIPS. + 



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EARLY WHITE MILAN TURNIP. 



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The variety we offer now is equally as early as the Early Purple 

 Top Milan Turnip, and possesses all of its good qualities. It is 

 much deeper in shape, slightly flattened at top and base of bulb. 

 The entire bulb, inside and out, is clear ivory-white in color; the 

 outer surface is perfectly smooth. It grows so quickly that even 

 the outer surface of the bulb is quite tender. 



Its table qualities are unequaled, being of most delicate flavor 

 and tempting appearance. 



It will undoubtedly find a welcome in our markets, as in addition 

 to the heavy crop assured by its adaptability for close planting, it 

 will be found to be fit for use at least a week earlier than any other 

 white variety in cultivation. 



Price, 15c. per pkt., 30c. per oz., $1.00 per 14 lb. 



SCARLET KASHMYR TURNIP. 



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Before the introduction of Scarlet Kashmyr we were dependent 

 entirely upon Extra Early Milan for a first early Turnip. This 

 variety is three days earlier, most distinct in appearance, small, 

 rarely exceeding three inches in diameter, shape inclined to flat, 

 but somewhat arched on shoulder of root and slightly concave at 

 base. The leaves are few, small, entire or strap-leaved and quite 

 smooth. The smallness of the leaves and tap root is evidence 

 of its good selection. The outer color of the root is unique, 

 being a rich scarlet, verging on crimson ; the interior color is pure 

 sparkling white. The flesh is crisp, tender, very fine-grained, 

 and exceedingly solid. 



Price, 15c. per pkt., 30c. per oz., $1.00 per % lb. 



(One packet each of the two Grand New Turnips for 25c.) 



Fop ow Grand Combination Offer of all Vegetable and Floret* Seeds shoom on colored plates, see page 8. 



