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



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A variety originating on our Oakview seed farm. Similar in general character to our Mammoth White Cory, but with 

 decidedly larger ears which mature fully as early. It is of especial value to market gardeners, as in early corn the largest 

 ears usually control the market. The plant is about four feet high; the ears, twelve to fourteen-rowed, with white, 

 square grains. We have on the opposite page a reproduction of ears grown on our trial grounds. Pkt. 10c; Pt. 15c; 

 Qt. 25c; 4 Qts. 75c; Bushel $4.50 



This splendid variety has been proven both on our trial grounds and as a field crop to come into fit condition for use 

 much earlier than StowelPs Evergreen and to remain in condition fully as long. The ear is large and in quality is fully 

 the equal of the older and later Evergreen varieties. The plants average from six and one-half to seven feet high. For 

 full description see page ^9. Pkt. 10c; Pt. 15c; Qt. 25c; 4 Qts. 75c; Bushel $4.00 



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This is a splendid pea. The pods are nearly as lai-ge as those of Gradus, maturing in about the same time, while in 

 productiveness the Thomas Laxton excels all other extra early wrinkled sorts. Vines similar to that of Gradus but 

 darker in color. Pods large, long, with square ends, similar to those of Champion of England but much larger and darker. 

 Although only recently introduced this variety has come rapidly into favor with market gardeners. Our stock has been 

 carefully selected. The most critical growers will be pleased with the results obtained from planting the seed we offer. As 

 a very superior pea we unreservedly recommend the Thomas Laxton. See colored page k6. Pkt. 10c; Pt. SOc; Qt. 50c; 

 4 Qts. $1.75; Bushel $10.00 



If Corn or Peas are ivanted by mail or express, prepaid, add 10 cents per pint, 15 cents per quart for charges. 



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Our extensive trials have proven that for late keeping French's Success is the best celery yet introduced. It does 

 away with the difiiculty experienced in the past by all celery growers in preserving even the best late varieties for the 

 attractive prices of the spring markets. On account of its exceptional qualities in this respect French's Success will be 

 found invaluable. See colored page 26 and further description page 27. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 35c; 2 0z. 60c; %Lb. $1.00; Lb. $3.50 



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An exceptionally valuable radish in that it attains great size Avithout any sacrifice of quality. From our extensive 

 trials we recommend it unreservedly both for outdoor planting during the entire season and for forcing when a hand- 

 some radish of largest size is desired, rather than extreme earliness. The flesh is always excellent, remaining solid, 

 crisp and mild flavored. The actual size and beautifid color of the variety are shown on page 26. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 

 2 Oz. 15c; h Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 



When this tomato was first introduced we 

 found it in our trial gardens to be of the same 

 general character as Early Michigan, a httle 

 larger in size but, unfortunately, some later in 

 maturing. 



We have now succeeded in obtaining a strain 

 which is distinctly earlier, besides being, if not 

 superior, at least fully equal in size, color and 

 quality to Early Jewel as first offered. 



The vine is vigorous, very productive and 

 with somewhat open foliage. The fruit is of a 

 deep scarlet-red color, smooth and of medium to 

 large size, which it holds remarkably well 

 throughout the season. We recommend our 

 strain of this variety as a large, smooth, early 

 tomato of excellent quality. (See cut). Pkt. 10c; 

 Oz. 40c; 2 0z. 75c; ?^ Lb. $1.25; Lb. $4.00 



King of shipping melons. Introduced by us 

 in 1903. Similar to Kolb's Gem in size and shape, 

 but darker green in color; flesh sweet, tender 

 and deep red in color, extending very near to the 

 firm, hard rind, which is yellow where it touched 

 the ground, elsewhere dark green. See further 

 description page UO. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 0z. 15c; 

 % Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. 



CHALK'S Early Jewel Tomato. 



The ordinary ruta baga is not very highly esteemed for the table. But in Perfection White we offer a variety so 

 highly bred in respect to fine, tender grain and sweet flavor, that we believe it will soon be recognized as a most desirable 

 addition to our table vegetables, is entirely neckless as is shown by cut on page 61. On account of its productiveness .and 

 ability to withstand adverse conditions it will also be found very profitable for stock feeding. Further description 

 page 61. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; % Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. 



