28 Dreer's Garden Calendar. 



situation, in a deep, rich soil. To grow the stalks to perfection, the ground must be dug and 

 heavily manured, at least 2 feet deep. Set out the roots 3 to 4 feet apart each way, and the 

 following spring it will be fit for use. In the fall the bed should have a thick dressing of coarse 

 manure, which is to be dug into the ground in the spring. As no dependence can be placed upon 

 growing the varieties true from seed, it is recommended to those who desire a choice article to 

 procure the roots. 



Pkt. Oz. lb. 



LlNN-^US. Early, large, tender, and very fine $0 5 25 2 50 



Victoria. Very large ; the finest cooking variety , 5 25 2 50 



Roots of the above, each, 25 cts. ; per doz., $2 ; per 100, $10 ; by mail, 40 cts. each, and $3 per 

 doz. 



RADISH. 



Rettig, oder Hadies, Gek. Radis et Rave, Fe. Rabano, Span. 



Radishes delight in a light, rich, mellow soil, to make a quick, tender growth and bring out 

 their mild qualities ; as heavy or clayey soils not only delay their growth, but produce a much 

 inferior crop, in appearance and flavor. Sow the early varieties for very early use, in hot-beds 

 during the winter and early spring, or on sheltered borders, as soon as the ground can be worked, 

 in well-manured, deep-dug, and finely raked soil ; if not well stimulated they become fibrous 

 and tough ; sow in drills 10 inches apart, and thin to 2 inches in the rows, and at intervals of two 

 weeks up to September for a succession. As soon as the first leaves appear, sprinkle with soot, 

 wood ashes, or air-slaked lime, to save them from the little black Cabbage and Turnip fly. The 

 winter varieties should be sown in July and August ; like the Turnip they make their best growth 

 in the autumn, and must be taken up before severe frost, and stored away in a cool cellar or pit, 

 they will keep tender and crisp all winter; before using them, place in cold water for an hour, 

 which adds to their freshness. 



Early Scarlet Olive-Shaped. Of oval shape, flesh rose-colored, veiy ten- Pkt. Oz. lb. 



der and excellent $0 5 10 1 tX) 



Early White Olive-Shaped. Like the above, except in color 5 15 125 



Early French Breakfast. Of quick growth, very tender and beautiful, 



oval shape, scarlet tipped with white 5 15 1 25 



Early Red Turnip. A small, round, scarlet, turnip-shaped, small top vari- 

 ety, of quick growth, mild and crisp when young 5 10 80 



Early White Turnip. Like the above, except in color 5 10 1 00 



Long Scarlet Short-Top, or Salmon. The standard family and market 



grarde/ier's variety ; long, bright scarlet, with small top 5 10 80 



The above six varieties are best suited for forcing, being of quick growth and 

 having small tops. 



Long White Naples Summer. An excellent long, clear white variety, flesh 



white, crisp, and mild 5 10 1 00 



Large Turnip White Summer. The market gardener's fa.\orite; of large 



turnip-shape, white skin and flesh, very crisp and mild 5 10 1 00 



Large Turnip Yellow Summer. Like the above, except of a bright 



russet-yellow color 5 10 1 00 



The above three varieties are best for summer sowing, standing the heat and 

 drought- better than any of the other varieties. 



Long Black Spanish Winter. A long, large, winter variety, one of the 



hardiest, with dark-green leaves, firm in texture, keeping until spring 5 10 80 



Round Black Spanish Winter. Like the above, except in form 5 10 100 



Large White Spanish Winter. Of milder flavor than the black varieties. 5 10 1 00 

 California White Winter. A mammoth winter variety, growing 12 inches 



long, white-fleshed, firm, and of excellent quality 5 15 1 50 



Scarlet China Winter. One of the best fall and winter varieties, and a 

 general favorite with the market gardeners; bright rose-colored, flesh white, 



firm, and of superior quality 5 15 1 25 



White China Winter. Like the above, except in color 6 15 150 



The above six varieties are best for winter use, keeping firm and crisp until 

 spring. 



SALSIFY— Oyster Plant. 



Haferwurzel, oder Bocksbart, Ger. Salsifl^, Fr. Ostra Vegetal, Span. 



A fine vegetable, used and served as Carrots; or, after being boiled, made into cakes with 

 paste, and fried like oysters, which they resemble in flavor. Cultivate the same as Carrots and 

 Parsnips ; it is also hardy, and can remain in the ground all winter for early spring use. Suc- 

 ceeds best in a light, well enriched, mellow soil, dug two spades deep. Sow early in the spring 

 in drills 15 inches apart, 1 inch deep; and thin out to 6 inches apart in the rows; keep clear of 

 weeds by cultivating. 



Remit for postage, 16 cts. per poaad, or 25 cts. per qaart or fractioa thereof, when ordered to be sent by mail. 



