Crisp Radishes 

 from Spring 

 to Winter 



The culture of radishes is so easy and the results so sure 

 that they are probably found in more home gardens than 

 any other vegetable. The varieties of radish differ so dis- 

 tinctly that the home gardener is able to obtain almost 

 anything he prefers in the way of shape, color, size, and 

 season. 



The ground for growing radishes should be finely prepared and as free 

 as possible of small stones and lumps. Plant seed about Yi inch deep 

 in rows 12 to 18 inches apart, and when up about an inch thin to 1 or 

 2 inches apart. Radishes are at their best when growth is quick and 

 steady. A moderate temperature and constant moisture are favorable 

 for best results. Most varieties become pithy soon after reaching full 

 size. In order to keep a continuous supply, successive plantings should 

 be made. 



CINCINNATI MARKET Popular home and market garden radish. 



Tops short and small. Roots 6 to 7 inches long, Y^ inch thick; 



cylindrical, tapered near tip; deep red with purplish tinge; flesh 



white, mild, crisp. Superior to Long Scarlet. Ready in 29 days. 



Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; y^ lb. 35c; $1.00. 



CRIMSON GIANT The home gardener who desires a radish of more 

 than two bites will find this to his liking. The crimson roots are 

 the largest of the early round radishes. They do not become fully 

 grown until nearly 2 inches in diameter, but are very good while 

 much smaller. The flesh is as crisp and mild as any of the smaller 

 varieties, and they remain in perfect condition for several days. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



EARLY SCARLET GLOBE The bright carmine-red color, perfect oval 

 shape, thread-like tap-root, and ideal size combine to make this the 

 most desirable of early table radishes. Until they are nearly anlnch 

 in diameter, the flesh is crisp and mild. They will reach this size in 

 25 to 30 days and are at their best when not quite full grown. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



EARLY WHITE GIANT SUMMER or STUTTGART Standard sum- 

 mer radish for home and market. Tops medium large and coarse. 

 Roots roundish top shape; white and smooth; remain crisp and 

 only mildly pungent until 3 to 4 inches long; can be stored success- 

 fully for early winter use. 43 days. 



FRENCH BREAKFAST Excellent 

 home and market garden sort; also 

 suitable for forcing. Tops small. 

 Roots oblong, blunt, with slender 

 well-defined tap-root; about XYi 

 inches long and y% inch through; 

 rich scarlet with white bottom; 

 flesh white, crisp, and of splendid 

 quality. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



ICICLE Clear white roots which grow 

 to a length of 6 inches with a third 

 of their length out of the ground 



are delicately tinted with ivory at the tops. They are undoubtedly the 

 most crisp and tender of all table radishes and are especially mild. 

 This variety is a home garden favorite. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; Vi lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



LONG SCARLET The bright carmine-red roots have a smooth tender 



skin and mild crisp flesh. They are 6 inches long when in prime 



condition and remain firm and tender for several days. The upper 



third of the root grows above ground, which makes pulling easy. 



Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



SCARLET TURNIP This is popular for early planting in the home 

 garden. The roots make quick growth and become an inch in diam- 

 eter in 25 to 30 days. They are entirely crimson-red in color with 

 very small tap-roots and are of the best quality in flesh and flavor. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; Vi lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



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 Globe radish are Fa- 

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 and for fine color. 



SCARLET TURNIP, WHITE TIPPED These radishes taste as good 



as they look. The upper part of the root is rich crimson-red, and 



the lower part is snow white, making an attractive combination. 



The roots grow to 1 J/^ inches in diameter without becoming pithy. 



Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



SPARKLER Similar to early Scarlet Turnip, White Tipped, but with 

 more pronounced white area. Tops small. Roots deep turnip, 

 almost globe-shape; bright scarlet with pronounced white tip. Pop- 

 ular for home and market garden. 25 days. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 10c; 1/4 lb. 35c; lb. $1.00. 



WHITE STRASBURG Good summer radish for home and market 

 garden. Roots commonly become 5 inches long, 1 3^ to 2 inches in 

 diameter at the shoulder; tapered; smooth; white; flesh firm, crisp, 

 mildly pungent. 40 days. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 40c; lb. $1.10. 



WINTER VARIETIES 



This class requires a longer growing season than the early table varie- 

 ties, and seeds are usually planted in midsummer for fall and winter use. 

 The roots keep well if stored in a cold place. 



CHINESE ROSE WINTER (Scarlet China) Distinct shape and deep 

 rose-red color make this radish very attractive. The roots when 

 mature are usually 4 to 5 inches long, broadest at base, with very 

 pronounced stump root and small tap-root. The flesh is white, 

 fine grained, crisp, and mildly pungent. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 40c; lb. $1.10. 



CHINESE WHITE WINTER (Celes- 

 tial) A clear white variety of sym- 

 metrical shape and large size. The 

 length is from 6 to 9 inches, and 

 the width 2}^ to 3 inches. The 

 root is slightly oval with blunt 

 base and comparatively small tap- 

 root. It is clear white throughout 

 and not so pungent as other winter 

 varieties. 



HALF LONG BLACK WINTER The 



roots of this variety are nearly cy- 

 lindrical for ^ of their length and taper to a rather large tap-root. 

 They are 4 or 5 inches long and 2 inches in diameter when full 

 grown. The slightly coarse grained skin is dull grayish-black in 

 color, but the flesh is clear white, well flavored and pungent. This 

 will keep better than other winter varieties. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 25c; 1/4 lb. 70c; lb. $2.00. 



LONG BLACK SPANISH Splendid keeper. Roots 8 to 9 inches long, 

 2 to 2J^ inches in diameter at shoulder and only slightly tapered; 

 skin somewhat roughened; black; flesh white, very firm and crisp, 

 pungent. 55 days. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. 



ROUND BLACK SPANISH Roots globular with slender well-defined 

 tap-root; SJ/^ to 4 inches in diameter; skin somewhat roughened, 

 black; flesh white, firm, crisp, and pungent. 55 days. Keeps well. 

 Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 1/4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50. 



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