7. T. lOVETT, LITTLE SILVER, K. J. 



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MICHIGAN. Another of my introduction, averaging 

 the largest iu size of berries of any variety I have fruited, 

 and with the single exception of Huun, the latest to 



ripen of all. The berries ;i: t- oi i iect form and attract- 

 ive in appearance, of superb quality (being far superior 

 to Gandy in this respect), but only of moderate firmness. 

 Tlie variety demands good loamy or heavy soil and good 

 culture, and should not be planted iu sections where the 

 nist or blight of the foUage prevails : as it is subject to 

 attacks of this fungus. The plants, however, are of 

 strong growth and under favorable conditions, exceed- 

 ingly prolific. In form, the berries are bluntly conical, 

 with an even surface, and are rtrmarkably large and vmi- 

 form in both size and shape, and are of deep crim- 

 son color. A general favorite as a late varietv, and val- 

 uable for canning. Doz., 20c: 100,50c: 1000, "SS. 50. 



SMITH. The best and most profitable early straw- 

 berry thus far thoroughly tested, and one that' is par- 

 ticularly valuable for planting on lij?ht land and for 

 growers who are 

 inclined to care- 

 less culture. It 

 will succeed 

 where even the 

 ■'old reliable " 

 Crescent fails, 

 and is even more 

 prolific than that 

 variety, famous 

 for productive- 

 ness and endur- 

 ance. The ber- 

 l ies a 1-6 slightly 

 conical (almost 

 round 1. bright 

 scarlet color, 

 very uniform, 

 but not of large 

 size. In firm- 

 ness it has few 



equals, excelling its parent (Wilsc 

 Stan lard of excellence, as a shipper. Its quality is, how- 

 ever, quite inferior, being like its parent in this respect, 

 also, and is too acid to please most palates. It origi- 

 nated iu Wisconsin: is a rapid grower and extremely 

 hardy and strong. It has never been known to rust or 

 blight, even in localities where all other varieties suffer 

 from this disease, which gives it great and special value 

 for some growers. Mr. Albert Hansell. Birrlington Co., 

 N. J., the originator of the Hansell and Rancocas Kasp- 

 beiTies and a market grower of wide experience, wrote 

 me on July 11 last: "I cleared $325.00 on six acres of 

 Smith this season, which is good for this year": and 

 again on December 12: "The only berry that did any- 

 thing here this year is Smith. It seems to be rust- 

 proof."' It has been my most profitable early variety 

 for market growing for the past six years, and I shali 

 continue to plant it largelv until I find something better. 

 Doz.. 20c: 100, 50c : 1000, $2.50. 



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GENERAL LIST OF STRAWBERRIES. 



Iftobe sent by mail add -Ibc. £}er 100 for postage ; at 1000 rates by express only. Postpaid at dozen rates. 



BL'BACH iXo. 5), P. Popular by reason of its great 

 size and productiveness, though the fruit is rather soft and 

 of indifl'erent quality. For a near-by market it is profit- 

 able: its size and handsome crimson color causing it to 

 sell readily at good prices ; but it cannot be recommended 

 for shipment. Midseason. Doz., 20c : 100, 50c : 1000, $3.50. 



EARLIEST. AseedHng of Michael's Early, which it 

 somewhat resembles both in plant and fruit: but the 

 berries are larger and the plants more productive. The 

 color is bright, and the flesh firm and good in quality. 

 Its extreme earliness renders it of great value, whether 

 grown for market or for a very early home supply. Suc- 

 ceeds finely at the South. Doz. , 20c: 100, 50c; 1000, 83.00. 



ENORMOUS (P). Of the largest size, somewhat 

 resembling Bubach iu general appearance, but even 

 larger and much firmer. Almost round, deep crimson in 

 color, glossy, fiim, and solid, and of excellent quality. 

 The plant grows well, with bright clean foliage, and. on 

 the good soil demanded by all large strawberries, it is 

 productive. A fine, showy berry, selling at high prices, 

 and one that is very satisfactory in the home garden. 

 Early, Doz., 20c : 100, 50c : 1000, S3. 50. 



GLEN MARY CP). A choice variety that will well 

 repay extra care and cultirre, delighting the amateur: and 

 one that is profitable also in a fancy market. The berries 

 are large, bright glossy crimson, and so handsome as to 

 bring the highest price : moderately firm and fine iu flavor. 

 The plant is vigorous and healthy, very productive, and 

 the beiTies maintain their large size until the close of 

 the season. Quite early. Doz., 20c : 100, 50c ; 1000, $3.00. 



.JERSEY MARKET (Pj. Remarkable for large 

 yield and fine quality, and possessing other valuable 

 traits which make it a splendid variety for shipping as 



well as very desirable for the home supply: since the 

 berries are both abundant and good, it resembles 

 Charles Downing somewhat, but is larger and firmer, 

 while its abundant, clean foliage is never affected by 

 rust or blight. The berries are bright crimson in color, 

 retaining their fresh appearance for a long time. May 

 be depended upon for a crop under all conditions. Mid- 

 season. Doz., 20c; 100, 50c: 1000, S2.50. 



