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B EETS — Continued 



Dark-leaved Globe. A splendid type of blood-turnip Beet. 

 Tne dark foliage of this variety is a striking feature, while the 

 corresponding rich, dark color of flesh and beautiful globe shape 

 combine to make it an exceedingly attractive Beet. Pkt., 

 10 cts.; oz., 20 cts.; i lb., 50 cts.; lb., SI. 75. 



Dreer's Excelsior Blood. The attractive form and rich dark 

 color of this Beet commend it to all who grow it. Matures 

 fully as early as any variety of turnip-shape Beet known, and 

 grows to a uniform size and shape. The flesh is blood-red, 

 remarkably sweet and tender, retaining all of its good qualities 

 until it has attained an advanced age. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 20 

 cts.: i lb., 50 cts.; lb., $1.75. 



Extra Early Egyptian. One of the earliest Beets in culti- 

 vation, equally suitable for forcing and growing in the open 

 garden. Leaves small and roots are rounded on top, but flat 

 at bottom end. The color of flesh is dark and light red. Pkt., 

 10 cts.; oz., 15 cts.; i lb., 40 cts.; lb., S1.25. 



SWISS CHARD, or Spinach Beet 



One ounce will sow 100 feet of row. 

 CULTURE — Sow in drills 1 foot apart and 1 inch deep, as 

 early as the ground can be worked, and when large enough thin 

 out to stand 6 inches apart in the row. Be sure to press seeds in 

 firm contact with the soil, to insure prompt and even germination. 

 An easy way to accomplish this is to walk over the rows after sow- 

 ing seeds. Continue sowings for succession crops until the middle 

 of July. This vegetable is prepared for the table in the same man- 

 ner as Spinach; sometimes, however, the mid-rib is prepared like 

 Asparagus. 

 Swiss Chard, Giant LucuUus. See colored plate and page 



8. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 25 cts.; J lb., 50 cts.; lb., $1.50. 

 Swiss Chard, or Silver Beet. Produces many large, light- 

 colored leaves, supplying an abundance of good greens. The 

 center ribs may also be cooked and served like asparagus. Pkt., 

 10 cts.; oz., 20cts.; Jib., 45 cts.; lb., SI. 50. 



Mangel Wurzel — Offered on page 49 



SUGAR BEETS 



Sow same as Mangels, except thin to 6 to 8 inches in the row. 

 Klein Wanzleben. Without question the best in cultivation; not the largest in size, but the 



richest in sugar contents. Oz., 10 cts.; i lb., 30 cts.; lb., 75 cts.; 10 lbs., by express, $6.00. 

 Lane's Improved White Sugar. This Beet attains a large size and grows considerably above 



the ground. Oz., 10 cts.; k lb., 30 cts.; lb., 75 cts.; 10 lbs., by express, $6.00. 



BROCCOLI 



Chou-Brocoli, Fr. Brocidi, SP. SpargelKohl, Ger. 



Used in the same manner as Cauliflower and the method of culture is the same. 

 It thrives best in rich soil and during cool weather, and is greatly aided in its growth 

 by frequent hoeing and watering. Sow seed in hotbed in January or February and 

 transplant into cold frames, 2 or 3 inches each way. Set out in open ground early 

 in spring, about 2\ feet apart. To obtain the best flavor. Broccoli should be cooked 

 soon after being cut. One ounce will produce about 2500 plants. 

 White Cape. An excellent variety, forming rather loose heads of a creamy-white 



color and of good flavor. Pkt., 10 cts.; \ oz., 40 cts.; oz., 75 cts.; \ lb., $2.50. 



BRUSSELS SPROUTS 



Chou dc BruxcUes, Fr. Bretoncs de Bntselas, SP. 



Rosen Kohl, GER. 

 CULTURE — Sow seed for plants in frames or open 

 ground. Set plants in early spring, and for succession 

 up to July, making rows 3 feet apart and having the 

 plants stand IJ to 2 feet apart in the row. Cultivate 

 same as Cabbages. One ounce will produce 

 about 2500 plants. 



Dreer's Select Matchless. See Specialties, page 

 8. Pkt., 10 cts.; h oz., 20 cts.; oz., 35 cts.; i lb., 

 $1.00. 

 Long Island Half Dwarf. An American variety, 

 thoroughly acclimated; dwarf, robust habit; will 

 endure the climatic changes better than the foreign 

 sorts, and much freer from mildew and aphis. Pkt., 

 10 cts.; I oz., 20 cts.; oz., 35 cts.; J lb., Sl.OO. 



Long Island Half Dwarf Brussels Sprouts 

 A delicately flavored member of the Cabbage family 



