Soil Type: Grapes will grow in almost any soil except those that are poorly 

 drained or water logged. 



Planting Distance: The two varieties listed should be planted 8 feet apart in the 

 row. Space between rows will be determined by the type of cultivating or moving 

 equipment used. 



Planting Depth: Plants should be set 4 to 6 inches deep. 



Pruning: At planting the top should be cut back to two buds. This will produce 

 a vigorous new vine that will provide the framework for the future producing 

 vine. Contact your local county extension office for an illustrated bulletin on 

 pruning for the 2nd and following years. 



Spray Program: Captan is a good general purpose fungicide for disease control 

 in the home vineyard. Sevin will control the Japanese beetle and several of the 

 insects. Contact the Extension Service for rates and time of application in your 

 area. They will also have recommendations for control of specific insect and/or 

 disease problems in your area. 



Planting Time: New vines may be planted as soon as the ground can be prepared 

 in the Spring. 



ASPARAGUS 



ROBERTS' STRAIN 

 MARY WASHINGTON 

 ASPARAGUS 



The ROBERTS' strain of Mary Wash- 

 ington is now being planted almost ex- 

 clusively by the canner, as well as, the 

 home gardener. Its very large spears, 

 heavy yield, superior vigor and rust re- 

 sistance makes it the best choice for 

 eastern plantings. The quality of com- 

 mercially grown asparagus declines 



rapidly after it is harvested; since it is 

 easy to grow, most home gardens 

 should have at least one row. Freshly 

 cut asparagus from the garden will be 

 rich in minerals and vitamins and will 

 provide a most welcomed reduction in 

 the grocery bill. The plants should be 

 planted in an open furrow or trench 

 and covered with 6 inches of soil. They 

 should be spaced about 12 inches apart 

 in the row. Spread the roots out and be 

 certain that the bud or crown is pointed 

 up before covering it with soil. Aspara- 

 gus may be planted as soon as the soil 

 is tillable in the spring and up to May 

 30 in northern areas. 



25 

 $6.25 



50 

 $10.50 



2 Year No. 1 Plants 



75 



$13.75 



100 

 $17.00 



250 

 $34.50 



These prices are F.O.B. Salisbury, Maryland. An additional charge of 15% (40% Rockies 

 and West) is for Handling, Insurance and Transportation. The order blank and envelope 

 in back of the catalogue may be used. 



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