are fabulous, but are so well sul)stan- 
cellent idea of its prolificness, as well 
with bright, handsome white grains. 
6 ft. high. Its popping qualities are 
Al as the grains always pop pure 
white, and are at all times of deli- 
cious flavor. Pkt.10c.; pt. 25¢.; qt.45e. 
GOLDEN TOM THUMB 
POP CORN.—This is certainly a 
great curiosity. The stalks seldom 
grow more than 18 inches high. In 
addition, its dark green foliage cer- 
g tainly makes it an ornament to any MONARCH WHITE RICE.—Eve i q 
4 eae ( sa I . ry growerof Pop Corn is acquainted 
sower garden panies ny with White Rice. This is an improvement on the old variety, ears being much 
all ane hee. ievenrealiperteCt larger and produced in greater Serer Six ears on a stark being a frequent 
? ‘ Sie , | occurrence. Tains are sharply pointed and most excellent for popping. Packet, 
ittle ears, which are only 2 to ae | 10 cents; pint, 20 cents; quart, 35 cents. popping. y 
RX inches long. Ears are compact 
WN filled with bright, golden yellow 
AS grains, which, when popped, expand 
== to large size. As will be seen from 
{<== the cut, the ears are set very 
low down, at times starting only 6 
inches from the ground. Stalks do 
not stool. I venture to say that it 
will be an attraction to every flower 
LS or vegetable garden in which it is 
planted this season. For the sake of 
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pigmy among giants. Pkt., 15c. 
| NEST-EGG 
DISH-CLOTH GOURD.—The pecu- LLL z 
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like, porous, tough, elastic and durable, makes a natural dish-cloth. The fruit grows about two feet in 
length, and the vine is very ornamental, producing clusters of large yellow blossoms, in pleasing 
contrast with a silvery-shaded dark green foliage. Many ladies prefer this dish-cloth to anything 
that can be made. For the bath and for all uses of the toilet in general the Dish Rag Gourd is 
taking the place of the sponge. It is, in fact, a sponge, a soft brush and a bath-glove combined 
and are almost indestructible, for the fibre wears away almost imperceptibly and as long as 
any part is left they are as good as new. Even with daily use they will last for years, and tak- 
ing into consideration that a packet of seed contains suflicient to raise at least 30 to 50 gourds 
and the different uses it can be applied to around the house, it is something everyone should 
grow. In the North the seed should be started in a hot-bed. The dried interiors of these 
2 gourds have already become 
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an article of commerce. They 
are sold by druggists in New 
York, Philadelphia and Boston, 
while in England their sale and 
use are quite general. Every 
housewife should procure a 
packet of this seed. 
i Packet, 10 cents. 
Have you ever tried 
to make up a 
Club for 
MAULE'D REEDS? 
JAPANESE 
CLIMBING 
GOURD.— 
This beautiful Japan- 
ese climbing annual, 
leaved foliage, is one 
of the most remark- 
able and novel climb- 
ers the East has ever 
produced. Of rapid 
growth and easy 
eulture, bears most 
profusely odd and 
attractive fruits, about 
the size of a cherry, of 
llight green color 
striped with white. 
‘ % Worthy a place. on 
SS te every suburban home. 
OTH GOURD. Packet, 10 cents, 
338 
MA PLE DAL E.—Without 
doubt the most productive Pop Corn 
in cultivation, some of the reports 0. 
tiated by stds that there is ng 
uestion of their truthfulness. The 
illustration herewith given is an ex- ( ; eyerql 
as the size of cars, which are often SILVER LACE.—Well deserves its name, for its superior tenderness and 
8 or 10 inches long, and filled out beautiful transparency when popped recommend it to all. varors five to six feet 
i : 2 4 igh, very productive. producing three to four perfect ears on a stalk. The ears 
It is oer apy ase ie habit of | are very handsome, five to six inches long and always filled out to the end wita 
sTowva, the staiss irequently STOW1N8 | smooth, round, metallic, white grains, Pkt., 10 cts.; pint, 25 cts.; quart, 40 cents. 
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comparison, it would not be a bad QUEEN’S GOLDEN.—This is the handsomest of all Pop Corns, 
f y) idea to plant a hill or two of one of| amd every ome of my customers should plant at leasta few hills 
the larger varieties of field cornin | efit. It surpasses all others in yield, size and color. It pops perfectly white 
the patch with Tom Thumb, as it | anda single kernel will expand to nearly one inch. Oftem produces from 
would be interesting to show the vis- | three to four ears to the stalk. In former ycets demand has exceeded my 
itor to your garden thisSummer, this | supply; but I have grown for this season’s tra 
think I can promise to fill all orders. Pkt., 10c.; pt., 25c.; qt., 40c.; postpaid. 
with its handsome cut { 
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NEST-EGG GOURD.—A capital nest-egg. 
Produces fine, white fruit, exact size and shape of 
an egg, and sosimilar as to often deceive growers. 
XQ Do not crack and will last for years. A rapid 
\ \ grower, very ornamental, useful for covering 
screens, etc. Boys can make lots of money by 
sowing this gourd, and selling them to their 
neighbors for nest-eggs. Pkt., 10 cts.; 0z., 45 cts. 
SUGAR TROUGH.—This variety grows 
to a very large size, holding from 4 to 10 gallons 
each, having hard, thick shells, very strong, but 
light and durable, lasting for many years. 
They are used fora great variety of PULpOSES), 
such as buckets, baskets, soap and salt dishes, 
nest-boxes, etc., and have been used for pack- 
ing lard. They are as easily grown as pump- 
kins. Plant in hills 8 feet apart each way, 
when the ground is warm and settled, Pkt., 
10 cents; 0z., ——— =a 
3 GOURDS * 
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DIPPER GOURD. 
DIPPER GOURD.—When grown on the ground the stems 
will be curved, as shown in the engraving, while if raised asa climb- 
ing vine on the trellis, the weight of the blossom end will cause the 
stem to BOW straight. They are very easily prepared for use as dip- 
posi last for years, and are particularly valuable for dipping hot 
iquids—the handles do not readily become hot. Dipper of various 
sizes, of a capacity from a pint to a quart and a half, can be had 
from afew ~nes. Packet, 10 cents; ounce, 25 cents. 
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