NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES, D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT. MICH. 



Tomato — Avon Early 



This new extra early scarlet fruited variety which we are offering this year for the first time is the result of 

 several years of careful selection at our Oakview Stock Seed Farm. 



The fruits are large for so early a variety, round or slightly flattened, deep scarlet red color, smooth, free 

 from cracks and of fine quality. It produces ripe fruit as early as Earhana and continues to yield marketable 

 fruit for a longer period than the other first early varieties. The vines are vigorous and very productive. We 

 consider this a valuable addition to the list of early tomatoes for the market or home garden. (See colored 

 plate opposite and further description, page 63) Pkt. 25c; Oz. $1.25; 2 Oz. $2.15; 1/4 Lb. $4.00; Lb. $15.00 



Tomato — Gulf State Market 



We believe we have in Gulf State Market a tomato that will before many years be the chief purple fruited 

 market variety gr(5wn in the Gulf States and California. As yet we speak more from trials than from actual 

 marketing tests but we are confident Gulf State Market is a winner. 



Gulf State Market was developed out of Early Detroit and retains the earliness of that variety. The vines 

 are very vigorous and withstand bHght exceptionally well. The fruits are large for so early a variety, round or 

 globe shaped, show but Httle depression about stem and are smooth and free from cracks. Color deep purplish 

 pink ripening well about the stem. The skin is firm and the flesh soHd. 



^ Unless all signs fail this will prove to be the most productive of all shipping tomatoes. It is also of the most 

 desirable shape for packing. Pkt. 25c; 5 for $1.00 



Cabbage — Midseason 

 Market 



This variety which we previously 

 listed as Dwarf White Summer is a 

 second early variety of distinctive merit. 

 Heads medium to large, round or nearly 

 so, very soHd and heavy. Interior color 

 of head remarkably white and of fine 

 flavor and texture. Plants vigorous 

 growing but very uniform in type and 

 are quite short stemmed. Leaves light 

 green in color, comparatively short and 

 broad. An excellent sort for the home 

 garden as it is a sure header and stays 

 in condition for use a long time. Also 

 recommended as a valuable addition to 

 the list of kraut varieties. (See colored 

 plat^ opposite and further description, 

 page 31) Pkt. 10c; Oz. $1.35; 2 Oz. $2.30; 

 1/4 Lb. $4.25; Lb. $16.00 



Squash — Delicious 



The increased demand for this squash 

 shows conclusively that its high quality 

 has become more generally known and 

 appreciated. Many prefer it to Hubbard, 



so long regarded as the' standard of Delicious 



excellence. DeHcious is a fall and winter squash of medium size. The flesh is bright yellow, thick, very fine 

 grained and of most excellent flavor. We believe the seed we offer is equal to the best obtainable. {See further 

 description, page 62) pkt. lOc; Oz. 25c; 2 Oz. 40c; 1/4 Lb. 75c; Lb. $2.25 



DESIRABLE VARIETIES OF PEPPER 



See colored plate, page 57, and further description, page 56. 



Long Red Cayenne 



A well known medium early variety having a slender, twisted and pointed pod about four inches long. 

 The color is deep green when fruit is young, bright red when ripe. The flesh is strong and pungent and is largely 



used for seasoning. Pkt. lOc; Oz. 50c; 2 Oz. 85c; 1/4 Lb. $1.40; Lb. $5.00 



Pimiento 



The fruits of this very productive sort are exceptionally smooth and glossy, of good size, medium length 

 and attractive color. The flesh is very thick and solid, mild and of very fine flavor. Desirable not only for 

 salads and stuffed peppers but it is also the sort used largely by canners. The fruits are deep green when young, 

 becoming deep red as they mature. Pkt. lOc; Oz. 50c; 2 Oz. 85c; J/4 Lb. $1.40; Lb. $5.00 



Royal King 



This comparatively new variety of sweet pepper is recommended to those who desire a pepper of large size 

 early in the season. It is intermediate between the Bull Nose and Giant Crimson both in size and season and 

 has the desirable bright scarlet red color of the Ruby King. The flesh is very thick, mild and fine flavored. 

 A desirable variety for mangoes or stuffed peppers. Pkt. lOc; Oz. 60c; 2 Oz. $i.00; Vi Lb. $1.75; Lb. $6.00 



Giant ^ Crimson 



The fruits of this very desirable sort are of the largest size, ripen earlier than any of the other very large 

 sorts and average heavier, as the flesh is exceptionally thick. The color is deep green when fruit is young, 

 deep crimson when matured. The flavor is mild. One of the very best sorts for salads and large mangoes. 



Pkt. 10c; Oz. 75c; 2 Oz. $1.25; 1/4 Lb. $2.00; Lb. $7.00 



Ruby King 



Fruits large and attractive, often four to four and one-half inches long, of deep green color when young, 

 bright red when ripe. The flesh is thick and mild flavored. One of the best varieties for mangoes or stuffed 



peppers. Pkt. lOc; Oz. 60c; 2 Oz $1.00; Vi Lb. $1.75; Lb. $6.00 



