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lier to mature. it is very hardy, 
tender, and of fine flavor. 
Purpie Top Buta Baga 
or Swede. This is grown for 
feeding stock, and also for table 
use. Itis oblong in shape, yel- 
low flesh, verysolid. Should al- 
ways be sown in rows or ridges. 
Improved Purple Top 
Ruta Baga. Simiiar to the 
above; but smoother, and with 
few fibrous roots. 
Extra Early White 
French or White Kez Pure 
Bip. Thisisa lately introduced 
variety; is said to be very early, 
tender and crisp. The shape of 
it is oblong, resembling an ege. 
Having tried it, I found it as 
represented, quickly growing, 
tender and sweet. It will never 
become a favorite market va- 
riety, as only flat kinds sell well 
in this market. It has to be 
pulled up soon, as it beeomes 
pithy shortly after attaining ma- 
turity. 
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Pomerian Globe. 
Early White Flat Dutch [strap-leaved]. _ Milan Extra Early Burple Top. | 
