Parsley — 
Sow seed as early asthe soil can be 
worked in the spring; space rows 12 to 
18 in. apart, and after covering the seed 
with no more than % in. of fine soil, 
gently but firmly press it down. Thin 
seedlings to stand 6 to 8 in. apart in the 
row. A packet will sow about 30 ft. of 
row; an ounce about 200 ft. Parsley 
seed germinates slowly. 
476 Paramount 
Tightly curled leaves (70 days) 
This parsley is superior to all 
other strains. The leaves are 
slightly darker green than Dou- 
ble Curled, and slightly shorter 
stemmed; but the curling is dis- 
tinctly tighter and more uniform 
than the regular Double Curled. 
So often the garnish makes the 
dish just exactly right without 
anyone knowing how it hap- 
pened. Include Parariount in 
your garden to make things 
just right. Pkt. 15¢; oz. 30¢; 
4 Ib. 90¢; 1% lb. $1.60 
474 Double 
or Moss Curled 
(70 days) Plants are of semi- 
dwarf, compact habit, .grow- 
ing about 12 in. high and 
spreading to as much as 18 in. 
The leaves are finely cut and 
tightly curled, and are emer- 
ald green when young, becom- 
ing much darker as they grow 
older. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 25¢; 
4 lb. 75¢; 1% Ib. $1.30 
- Peanuts 
Peanuts grow best ina warm, light or sandy soil, rich in lime. Do not plant until 
ground is thoroughly warm. Plant in rows 2% to 3 ft. apart; shelled nuts to be 
placed 8 to 10 in. apart in the rows, but if planted in the hulls, space them 16 
to 18 in. apart in the row. Cover with 2 in. of soil. Cultivate and hoe freely. In 
the fall, before frost, dig and hang them under a shed or in an airy room to 
cure. A packet will sow from 15 to 25 ft. of row; a pound from 175 to 300 ft. 
-_ Use 30 to 45 Ibs. of seed per acre. Seed is shipped in the hull. 
is 485 Virginia or Jumbo 
_ @20days) Early, large, and prolific, yielding fewer imperfect pods 
than any other kind; produces as much as 100 bushels per acre on 
medium land. Two or 3 large, richly flavored kernels to the pod, 
which is borne on a stem underground. Vines spread 3% to 4 ft., 
making valuable fodder for stock. Not adapted to the northern- 
most states. Pkt. 10¢; 14 1b. 35¢; Ib. 60¢; 2 Ibs. $1.10; 5 lbs. $2.50 
Curled 
Pum 
Plant in May or June, in hills 8 by 
8 ft. apart, or drop 5 or 6 seeds in 
every fourth hill in the cornfield. 
Thin to the best 2 plants in a hill. 
Use 1 oz. for 25 hills; 3 to 4 lbs. are 
needed to plant 1 acre. 
555 Small Sugar % 
The best for pies (115 days) 
The celebrated Yankee Pie 
Pumpkin, round and slightly 
flattened at the ends, lightly 
ribbed and grows 8 to 10 in. 
across. Skin is an attractive 
deep orange while the rich 
orange flesh is fine grained, 
sweet, thick and of extra fine 
flavor. It is without question 
the best pumpkin for general 
use, and is particularly excel- 
lent in pie making, since it is 
never coarse or stringy. 
Pkt. 10¢; 
VY, Ib. 75¢; 
oz. 25¢; 
Y) |b. $1.25 
560 Cheyenne Bush 
(100 days) A brand new bush type 
pumpkin ideal for small gardens. 
The fruit is shaped like Small Sugar, 
except thatit is still more miniature, 
ideally suited for making just two 
pies. The quality is superb, and it's 
very early maturing. Pkt: 15¢; 
oz. 30¢; 1% lb. 90¢; 1% Ib. $1.50 
567 Mixed Pumpkins 
(100 to 120 days) Includes all the 
varieties listed here plus Large Cheese, 
Golden Cushaw, and Green Striped 
Cushaw. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 
Yj, Ib. 50¢; 1 Ib. 90¢ 
—557ConnecticutField 
(115 days) Large, round or slightly 
oval fruits with a smooth, hard, rich 
reddish orange skin and thick, dry, 
orange-yellow flesh so highly valued 
for making pies or canning. Vines 
make a vigorous growth and need 
ample room to spread. This pumpkin, 
which weighs about 25 lbs., is also 
grown extensively for stock feeding, 
often planted with corn. Pkt. 10¢;. 
oz. 20¢; %4 lb. 50¢; 12 lb. 90¢ 
561 Hundred Weight 
(120 days) A selected strain of Pot- 
iron sometimes called Jumbo because 
the pumpkins grow to such an enor- 
mous size. The fruits frequently at- 
tain a weight of 100 lbs. or more. In 
spite of its large size it is a shy seeder 
and among the best for table and for 
making pies. Skin is dark salmon and 
the flesh is bright yellow, fine grained, 
and sweet. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 25¢; 
Y, lb. 75¢; 12 Ib. $1.25 
Hundred 
Weight 
Pumpkin 
Connecticut Field 
Pumpkin 
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