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TIMBRELL. — This is a grand berry, it was originated about six years ago by 

 Mr. H. S. Timbrell of Orange county, New York. It hae be« n tested in man\ m - 

 tions and a vast majority oi the reports are lavorable while some are exceeding- 

 ly flattering. A lew reports unfavorable but I am inclined to think nmavora- 

 ble conditions was the cause; as here, there ; re but iew varieties that will equal 

 it in strong healthy robust plants that are able to carry an immense load i t 

 fruit; here it is immensely productive of large luit that in quality is simply 

 superb. The iiuit. when ripe, has the peculiarity of being mottled or spotted, 

 crimson and scarlet intermingled. This docs not detract from its beaut) in nay 

 estimation, as 1 picked Timbrells lasl spring thai would be hard to beat for beau- 

 ty. I give below the opinions of a ew will known growers. 



Timbrell — It has fruited lure twice, and 1 am glad to report that the plant 

 is all that can be desired for health, vigor and productiveness; and it is certain- 



