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TOMATOES-' ntinued. 

 Mayflower. This variety is one of the earliest of the | Mikado Tomato 

 large kinds in cultivation, at least one-third larger j 

 than the early Acme; of a bright red color, ripens 

 evenly up to the stem, and presents a beautiful ap- 

 pearance, shape globular, slightly flattened, perfectly 

 smooth, flesh solid and unusually free from seeds; of 

 rich flavor, and very productive until killed by frost 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., i lb. $1.00. 



Mayfloweh. 



Paragon. A second early variety of great merit, pro- 

 ducing until the vines are killed by frost; ripens 

 evenly, very solid, of a dark red color and delicious 

 flavor; heavy foliage, therefore it does not sunburn, 

 and is the favorite market and canning variety. 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., i lb. $1.00. 



Optimiis. The fruit resembles the Favorite in general 

 appearance, but is more uniform in size and shape 

 and ripens more evenly. The flesh is a bright crim- 

 son color and free from hard spots. A desirable can- 

 ning sort. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts. 



We consider this one of the finest 

 Tomatoes ever sent out. It is of very large size and 

 tine flavored. For slicing it will be found excellent, 

 as it has few seeds and is very solid. The To- 

 matoes are borne in clusters of 4 to 7, ripen evenly, 

 and remain firm when fully ripe. 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts. 



Optimus. 



Dreer's Selected Trophy. One of the very best in 

 cultivation ; our seed is saved only from the finest ripe 

 specimens, which for size, smoothness, solidity and 

 excellent flavor are unsurpassed. It is one of the gar- 

 deners' favorites. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts. 



Red Pear. Oval shape; similar to YellowPear, except 

 of a beautiful red color. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts. 



Yellow Pear. True pear shape, small size, smooth, 

 used for preserving. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts. 



TURNIPS. 



Steckriibe, Gee. Navet, Fb. Nabo Comun, Sp. 



This wholesome vegetable should be one of our main farm productions, for family use as well as for cattle and sheep. 



It delights in a light, rich, sandy loam, which has been well manured. For early use, sow as soon as the ground 

 opens in the spring, in drills from 12 to 15 inches apart ; thin out to 6 or 9 inches in the rows, or sow broadcast. As 

 soon as the first leaves appear, sprinkle with soot, wood-ashes, air-slaked lime, or Slug Shot, to destroy the little black 

 fly, which will devour the plants if not attended to in time. Slug Shot is a certain remedy for the black fly. For a 

 succession, continue to sow every two weeks until June ; for a fall and winter crop, sow in July and August ; do not 

 sow later than the 1st of September. The Ruta Bagas are grown for feeding stock, and are also excellent for the table. 

 Take up the roots in November or before severe frosts ; cut off the tops within an inch of the crown, store in a cool 

 cellar or pit, or pile up in a conical form, out of doors, in dry ground ; cover carefully with long straw, and finish by 

 earthing up, covering them with about 12 or 15 inches of earth, leaving a trench around the heap to carry off the 

 dampness; leave a vent or air-hole, by placing a bunch of straw in the top. Put away in this manner they will be 

 found in good condition in the spring. 



Extra Early Purple Top Munich. This variety is at ] Early Red, or Purple Top Flat. This strap-leaved 



least two weeks earlier than any other. It is of a 

 handsome appearance, somewhat flattened, white with 

 purple top, flesh snow-white, fine-grained and delicate 

 flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., i lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



Early White Flat Dutch. An early, white-fleshed, 

 strap-leaved variety, usually sown very early in the 

 spring ; of quick growth, mild flavor, and excellent 

 quality ; also grown for a fall crop. 

 Pkt, 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., i lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



Early White Egg. An egg-shaped variety, for spring 

 or fall sowing, flesh white, firm, fine-grained, mild and 

 sweet ; an extra keeper ; in every respect a first-class 

 table and market sort. 

 Pkt, 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., J lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



variety is the principal sort for early spring and fall 

 use; top is red or purple above ground, flesh fine 

 grained, of mild flavor, and a. good keeper. 

 Pkt, 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., i lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



Long White, or Cow Horn. Grows very quickly, 

 partly above ground ; very productive, flesh white, 

 fine-grained and sweet, of excellent quality for family 

 and market gardeners' use. 

 Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., i lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



Robertson's Golden Ball, or Orange Jelly. A 

 rapid grower, of excellent flavor, globe-shaped, bright 

 yellow color, good keeper, and a superior table variety, 

 or for stock. 

 Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., i lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



Postage prepaid on pkts. and ounces. On % lb. and upward remit for postage i ct. per oz. when ordered to be sent by mail. 



