REDSTAR ::': 
Redstar is really a great addition to the strawberry varie- 
ties, filling a definite need for an extra late variety of 
very high quality. Very large, firm and with exceptional 
beauty. A variety that is vigorous and hardy and is easily 
grown. AS a commercial or home garden berry, Redstar is 
as fine as could be desired. Several days later than Gandy 
and is superior to it in every respect. This extra lateness 
plus Redstar’s fine quality will mean better prices and big- 
ger profits to growers and especially to those in the North- 
ern States. It is recommended for all Northern States, as 
far South as Virginia and West to Missouri. 
Size—The berries average large to very large, holding their size 
well to the end of the season. They are conic and sometimes fur- 
rowed, not so uniform as Starbright. The calyx is large and a 
bright green making the berries very attractive when crated. 
Quality and Flavor—The flavor is rich though quite tart until 
Oe ripe. The dessert quality is excellent, probably equal to 
the best. 
Color—Bright red and does not turn dark, the flesh is a light 
bright red. The seed are yellow and protruding, which with its 
bright green cap gives Redstar berries a perfect color combi- 
REDSTAR nation. 
Firmness—Very firm with a tough, very glossy skin, with the 
added protection of the raised seed. Redstar is very well suited to commercial practices in handling 
_ and ships very well. The firm flesh and tough skin retain the shape perfectly in preserving and can- 
| ning, which adds to its value, especially as a home garden berry. 
We have fruited Redstar for six years, have seen it growing under a wide range of soil and cli- 
' matic conditions, in every instance it was exceptionally fine. Although several days later than the old 
| yery late varieties it was so far superior to them there were no grounds for comparison. 
Long recognized as the leading extra late berry, fruit is med- 
G A N D Y ium large, firm and attractive, slightly acid. Very productive 
under favorable conditions. For those who have moist, springy 
soil it is a profitable variety. Should be well fertilized for best results. Blooms very late, es- 
caping late frosts. Plants vigorous and good plant makers, 
thinning necessary on rich soil. 
PEAEL 
As a whole, this variety is very similar to Gandy. Both 
are of the same season. Pearl is slightly more vigorous 
and productive. The fruit too, is very similar, averag- 
ing fairly large, light red, round conic, very uniform, 
flavor slightly acid but not enough to be 
objectionable. As is true of all very late 
berries it is always best to plant them on 
springy, moist soil. For best results, 
Pearl should be well fertilized in the 
spring before the growth starts in order 
that they may mature their whole crop 
of fruit. A fertilizer containing a liberal 
amount of phosphoric acid and nitrogen, 
and little or no potash, is our recom- 
mendation as Pearl is a prolific plant 
maker, thinning is sometimes advisable 
when planted on a rich soil or when 
weather conditions are very favorable. 
Pearl Is Wery Uniform and Attractive 
SEARCH HAS ENDED FOR QUALITY PLANTS 
Parke Co., Ind., May 7, 1944 
I received my Blakemore and Fairfax strawberry plants OK and was delighted. I have grown ber- 
ries for 25 years and they are the best plants I ever received. They are free of yellow leaves; strong 
plants, well packed, and are all growing. From now on I know where to get my Nursery stock. 
Yours truly, 
Joseph Wright 
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