FOR NEW ENGLAND STATES 
Empire is another of the fine fruit developments of the 
New York State Experiment Station. Thus, it is well suited 
to the northern states where it is a fine midseason companion 
of Catskill. Yields are good, and it has sufficient frost and 
winter hardiness to be a very dependable producer. Empire 
is an especially attractive berry since it has a very glossy, 
medium red color and a fine green cap. The berry shape is 
somewhat elongate and irregular. Berry size is large, and this 
size hclds up well for the entire picking season. The flesh color 
of Empire is somewhat pale, and it is a bit soft, but the flavor 
is very good. Its large size, fine appearance and good flavor 
rate Empire as a real profit maker in northern states. We 
definitely believe you will like this excellent variety. 
Plants of Empire are very vigorous, winter hardy and re- 
sistant to Verticillium wilt. Runner plants are developed freely 
and result in a good fruiting row. In all the New England 
area, we believe you will have excellent results with Rayner’s 
virus-free Empire which produces such extra-big berries. 
25 Plants $2.90; 100 for $6.60; 1,000 for $29.00 
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Because of its tremendous production of de- 
licious, firm, attractive berries, Midway has 
had a popularity explosion that causes the 
demand for plants to far exceed the supply. 
Be sure to place your order early. Within a 
few years this wonderful berry has become 
the king for both commercial production and 
home plantings. In Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, 
West Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, Penn- 
sylvania, and many other states it has become 
a sensational favorite. If you want to grow 
one of the best of all strawberries, be sure to 
get Rayner’s registered virus-free stock of 
Midway. It has now proved to be one of the 
heaviest yielding of all strawberries and one of 
the best ever for big profits. | 
It ripens in early midseason, producing large, | 
bright berries with extra fancy caps and bright | 
yellow seeds. Berries of Midway have a nice || 
uniform shape and hold their large size and fine | 
appearance for the long harvest season. The berries have a firm flesh and firm skin, which permits long- 
distance shipment and results in a nice-looking berry a day or two after they have been picked. Midway | 
is a delicious berry for fresh use and excellent for freezing and preserves. It has resistance to red stele | 
and is a very good plant maker if conditions are at all favorable. Be sure to try this superior variety. 
25 Plants $2.95; 50 for $4.50; 100 for $6.65; 1,000 for $29.50. Complete Prices Page 17. 
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