FOR THE VEGETABLE GARDEN. 



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TOMATO 



Liebesapfel, Ger. 

 To mate, Fr. Tomate, Sp. 



For early plants sow in hot-beds early in March, in drills 5 inches apart and \ inch deep; 

 when the plants are about 2 inches high transplant into another hot-bed 4 inches apart each way; 

 plant out in the open ground early in May, or as soon as danger from frost is over, 4 feet apart 

 each way in hills, which should have a sliovelful of well-rotted manure mixed with the soil. 

 Water freely at time ol transplanting ; when the first fruit is set, pinch off the ends of the branches 

 to obtain early fruit. Sufficient plants for a small garden can be grown in a shallow box or a 

 large flower-pot, by placing it in a sunny window in a warm room or kitchen. For late use sow in a sheltered border in May, and 

 set out the plants in July; the green fruit can be picked off before frost and ripened under glass. By training the tomato vines 

 on trellises or tying to stakes, they will increase in productiveness, the fruit will ripen better and be of finer quality. Our trials of 

 1897 embraced sixty varieties of distinct types, and our judgment, as noted when in full bearing, is given in the description of each 

 variety. In northern latitudes the cluster varieties are sure to develop and give good results. 

 Honor Brig^llt. (See Novelties.) 

 Atlantic Prize. This we consider the best extra early variety for 



general use, of large size, bright red color and smooth ; an extra early 



and productive. I'kt. 5 cts., oz. 30cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 

 Brigfllt and Early. Is nearly round, with smooth surface, free 



from irregularities. A fine, deep red, skin firm, flesh solid and of fine 



flavor, 'rhe average size is slightlv below medium ; borne in clusters. 



Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., \ lb. $1 00, lb §3.00. 

 LiOrillard {Forcing). The best sort for forcing under glass as well as 



for outdoor culture; bright red, smooth, early. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 



cts; \ lb. $1.00. lb. $3 00. 

 Mayflower. Excellent for forcing or outside use ; medium size and 



solid ; bright red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.25. 

 Early Micllig'an. One of the best, of medium size to large, and 



continuing so through the season ; very early, solid, smooth and per- 

 fectly shaped ; color rich red ; of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 



cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 

 Imperial. This new variety matured very early in our grounds, and 



maintained a good size through the season. A beautiful, symmetrical 



and meaty tomato. Pkt. ]0 cts., oz. 30 cts., \ lb. $1 00, lb. $3.00. 

 Acme. One of the best for family use ; ripens evenly ; of medium uni- 

 form size, round, verv solid, of a pinkish color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 



\ lb. 60 cts., lb. $2.00. 



Atlantic Prize. 



Perfection. Larger than Acme, fully as early ; perfectly 



smooth, solid, almost round; deep red in color. Pkt. 5 cts., 



oz. 20 CIS., i lb. 65 cts., lb. $2.25. 

 Selected Parag"On. A fine early variety and a heavy 



bearer ; fruit of large size, solid and smooth as an apple. 



Excellent for canning. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., 



lb. $2.50 

 Dwarf Champion. An early and distinct variety, coming 



rapidly to maturity; medium in size, plant of dwarf and 



compact growth. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., \ lb. 65 cts., lb. 



$2 25. 

 Buckeye State. One of the largest ; fruits in immense 



clusters ; solid and meaty. Color similar to Beauty, but 



darker and richer. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. 



$2.50. 



The Stone. 

 Cherry ; bright- colored pod, with small yellow fruit. 



Koyal Red. Deep scarlet, a first-class main crop variety. 



Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 

 Selected Trophy. One of the very best in cultivation. 

 Our seed is saved only from the finest ripe specimens, which 

 for size, smoothness, solidity and excellent flavor are unsur- 

 passed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 65 cts., lb. $2.25. 

 The Stone. (See cut.) Fruit very large and deep; bright 

 scarlet ; smooth, ripening evenly to the stem without a crack ; 

 exceedingly solid and firm-fleshed, of the finest quality ; the 

 best for family use and for canneries. Our test from the in- 

 troduction of this sort have proved it to be a superior tomato ; 

 suited to the wants of the most critical. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 

 cts., 1^ lb. 75 CIS., lb. $2.50. 

 Aristocrat. In habit same as Dwarf Champion ; fruit 



pink. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts.. lb. $2.50. 

 Beauty. Rich glossy crimson, with a slight purple tinge ; 

 grows in clusters of four tn five ; is of large size, verv smooth 

 and solid. Pkt, 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 65 cts., lb. $2.25. 



Favorite. One of the largest and most perfect- 

 shaped varieties ; ripens evenly and early ; very 

 prolific, good flavor, flesh solid. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 

 CIS., \ lb.' 65 cts., lb. $225. 

 Pink Mikado {Turner's Hybrid). Very large 

 and Solid ; purplish-red ; has distinct broad foliage. 

 Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 

 Ked Mikado. We consider this one of the best 

 for slicing, as it has few seeds and is very solid. 

 Color bright red ; of large size, borne in clusters, 

 put. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. $250. 

 King'leader. A remarkably large and heavy-fruiled 

 tomato, deep red in color; flesh very thick, solid 

 and of excellent quality. A second early variety, 

 and should not be depended upon for early fruit. 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz 30 CIS., \ lb. $1.00. 

 Ponderosa. In size and irregularity of outline 

 resembles the Ringleader, but is lighter in color ; of 

 good solid substance, excellent for stewing purposes. 

 Pkt. 10 cts,, oz. 35 cts., \ lb. $1.25. 

 Golden Queen. A very handsome yellow tomato ; 

 resembles the Paragon in size, solidity and produc- 

 tiveness. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., \ lb. 75 cts., lb. 

 $2.50, 

 =-Physalis Franchatti [Chinese Lantern Plant). 

 An improved variety of the Strawberry or Ground 



Pkt. 15 cts., 2 pkts. for 25 cts 



We can also supply the following varieties : Chemin, Red Peach, King Humbert, Red Pear=Shaped, Yellow 

 Plum, Yellow Pear, Red Cherry, Yellow Cherry, Red Currant, Strawberry or Ground Cherry, each at 

 10 cts, )ier pkt., 25 cts. p r ounce. 



