D. M . FERRY & CO 



DETROIT, MICH 



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PEAS— FIRST EARLY AND EARLY VARIETIES— Continued 



I ovtAnUn This handsome wrinkled pea is the largest podded of the dwarf varieties. The dark green pods are similar to 

 L-axtonian Gradus in shape and splendid quality, are nearly as large in size and often mature a little earlier. Vines 



vigorous and productive, averaging fifteen to eighteen inches high; foliage dark green; pods about four inches in length. 



Seed light green, large, wrinkled, flattened, irregular in shape. Pkt. 15c. (Packets only) 



L« v <- A « y o Q,i~ A *.U An early dwarf variety of the Laxtonian type. Vines fifteen to eighteen inches high, vigorous and 

 axton S OUperD very productive. Foliage light yellowish green. Pods large, rather broad, slightly curved and of 

 medium dark green color. It is hardy and can be sown very early; the seed being semi-wrinkled is not as likely to rot during 

 unfavorable weather conditions as the fully wrinkled sorts. Recommended as an excellent sort for the home and market 

 garden. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 55c; 2 Lbs. $1.00 postpaid; 100 Lbs. $35.00 

 Pfam^iim C <*m <I m P r °ved Little Gem) A desirable early green wrinkled dwarf variety similar to but better than 

 r remium uem McLean's Little Gem. The vines are very productive, fifteen to eighteen inches high. The pods are 

 of medium size, about two and three-fourths inches long, crowded with six to eight large peas of fine quality. Seed green, 

 large, wrinkled, often flattened. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 40c; 2 Lbs. 70c. postpaid; 100 Lbs. $25.00 



Ltf fl^ lt/l*»*.«r<*l An excellen t dwarf sort for the market and home gar- 

 Illie iViarvel den. The pods average a little longer than those of 

 Premium Gem, are more attractive in shape and color and the peas are 

 of superior quality. The vines are sturdy, nearly eighteen inches high, 

 heavily set with straight, deep green pods, square ended at the bot- 

 tom and nearly three inches in length. Its season is about the same as 

 Premium Gem. Seed large, green, wrinkled. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 50c; 2 Lbs. 

 90c. postpaid; 100 Lbs. $30.00 



SECOND EARLY VARIETIES 



»* f > A J A green, wrinkled variety of medium height, 



McLean S Advancer about two and one-half to three feet, with 

 long pods, about two and three-fourths to three inches long, which are 

 abundantly produced and well filled to the ends. This pea is used very ex- 

 tensively by market gardeners because of its productiveness and fine 

 appearance of its pods, and is popular with consumers on account of its 

 quality. It is also largely used by canners. By careful selection we have 

 developed a strain showing marked improvements in vigor of plant, size 

 of pod and productiveness. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 40c; 2 Lbs. 70c. postpaid; 

 100 Lbs. $22.50 

 <y 1 |» m The vines are stout, of medium height, about two or 



I OrKSmre rlerO two and one-half feet, bearing near the top a number 

 of rather broad pods of medium size, about three inches long, filled with 

 large peas that remain a long time in condition for use and which never 

 become as hard as most sorts. The peas are of fine quality and will be 

 preferred to any other by those who like a rich, marrow-like pea. Seed 

 large, wrinkled and flattened. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 40c; 2 Lbs. 70c. postpaid; 

 100 Lbs. $25.00 

 ni. t 17 L. • The vines are stout, of medium height, about 



OllSS H,ver bearing two and one-half to three feet, bearing at the 

 top six to ten good sized pods, about two and one-half to three inches 

 long. If these are picked as they mature and the season and soil are 

 favorable, the plant will throw out branches bearing pods which will ma- 

 ture in succession, thus prolonging the season. The peas are large and 

 wrinkled, cook very quickly, are tender, of superior flavor and preferred 

 by many to any other sort. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 40c; 2 Lbs. 70c. postpaid; 100 

 Lbs. $25.00 

 f* A second early sort of medium height. Vines two and 



L»OnnOISSeiir one-half to three feet high, of robust habit and very pro- 

 ductive. The pods which are abundantly produced are of good size, very 

 attractive dark green color and are well filled with seven to nine peas of 

 exceptionally good quality. A very desirable sort for the home garden on 

 account of its excellent quality. Its productiveness and fine dark color 

 recommend it to market gardeners. Seed medium size, light green, semi- 

 wrinkled. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 55c; 2 Lbs. $1.00 postpaid; 100 Lbs. $35.00 

 TL A J * 1 vines of this exceptionally hardy, second early 



1 he Admiral variety are tall and vigorous, about four feet high. 

 The pods are usually borne in pairs, are curved, bright green, about 

 two and three-quarters inches long, and are crowded with six to nine 

 peas of good quality and deep green color. Seed wrinkled, of small- 

 medium size, cream colored. Owing to its great vigor, heat resistance 

 and productiveness, and the fine color and suitable size of the green 

 peas, this variety is very well adapted for canners' use. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 35c; 

 2 Lbs. 60c. postpaid; 100 Lbs. $20.00 

 m i , This has become the leading pea with market gardeners 



1 elepnone whose trade appreciates fine appearance and high quality. 

 The vines are tall and vigorous, growing about four feet high, with large, 

 coarse, light colored leaves and producing an abundance of pointed pods of 

 largest size, often four and one-half to five inches long, attractive bright 

 green, filled with very large peas which are tender, sweet and of excellent 

 flavor. It comes into use soon after the Premium Gem and is one of the 

 best sorts for either home or market. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 50c; 2 Lbs. 90c. 

 postpaid; 100 Lbs. $30.00 

 p. i £ A1U A very large, wrinkled pea similar to Telephone 



Duke Or Albany in growth and season but darker in color of foliage 

 and pods. The vines are tall, about four and one-half to five feet high, 

 vigorous and strong growing. The pods are of largest size, often four and 

 one-half to five inches long, straight and thick, borne in great profusion 

 and when in condition for picking, of a deep green color. In many locali- 

 ties this variety is sold as an improved strain of Telephone. Its pro- 

 ductiveness and fine color make it a very profitable sort for market 

 gardeners while its splendid quality should give it a place in the home 

 garden. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 50c; 2 Lbs. 90c. postpaid; 100 Lbs. $30.00 

 « |i This is in many respects the very best early main crop 



Alderman variety of the valuable Telephone type. The vines are 

 tall growing, about four and one-half to five feet high, dark green, 

 vigorous and exceedingly productive. The pods are of largest size, often 

 five to five and one-half inches long, dark green, similar to but a little 

 larger and a shade darker in color than those of Duke of Albany and about 

 the same in season. The peas are of largest size and unsurpassed in 

 quality. Market gardeners are demanding the large podded, dark colored 

 sorts which retain their fine appearance even after shipping a long dis- 

 tance. The Alderman answers these requirements and we recommend it 

 unreservedly. Pkt. 15c; Lb. 50c; 2 Lbs. 90c. postpaid; 100 Lbs. $30.00 

 Not less than 10 pounds at the 100 pound rate. One hundred pound prices do not include transportation: 

 if ordered shipped prepaid add 8c per pound to the 100 pound price. We do not put up half pounds of peas. 



