Dreer's Selected List 

 of Newer and Better Vegetables 



In each class of vegetables we find some that are superior to others in one or another characteristic. 

 It may be extra earliness, particularly attractive appearance, superior flavor, or an ideal combination of 

 many desirable factors. Such vegetables logically become leaders and among such leaders the finest 

 strains are most eagerly sought by the growers. 



On this and the following pages we offer what we know to be prize strains of distinctly worth-while 

 leaders among the most useful vegetables. They are not necessarily novelties but rather specialties which 

 have won their waj- to the top through meritorious performances in gardens of Dreer customers everywhere. 



23 Bean— Bountiful 



A most remarkable Bush Bean with bright green pods measuring 

 6 inches long and f-inch wide. They are brittle, tender, perfectly 

 stringless, and very tasty. Enjoys a tremendous popularity as it 

 combines good appearance and choice flavor with vigorous growtli 

 and remarkable resistance to disease. It has proved of particular 

 value on lighter soils where the Round-Pod varieties often fail to 

 produce satisfactory crops. Bears the bulk of its crop within 75 

 days after planting w^ith the first picking being ready in about 60 

 days. Pkt. 10c; | lb. 2Sc; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.65. 



61 Bean — Tendergreen 



This is a most remarkable newer Bean which is bound to become 

 a great favorite as soon as better known. Though only of recent 

 introduction it already has made a record for itself for being not 

 only of strong growth but also most prolific. The graceful, slender, 

 round pods are remarkably meaty and tender. They are entirely 

 stringless even when fully grown and measure 7 inches in length. 

 Their bright green color makes them most attractive and the 

 flavor of the thick fleshy pwds is delightfully mild and pleasing. 

 Pkt. 10c; J lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 70c; 5 lbs. $1.65. 



110 Bush Lima— McCrea's 



With so many good Lima Beans al- 

 ready in existence one may wonder as to 

 the desirability of adding still another 

 variety to the list. Those who will grow 

 this new McCrea's Bush Lima will 

 readily understand our reason for recom- 

 mending this new variety. It is without 

 question the sweetest of all Lima Beans. 

 Though its sweetness is without doubt 

 the most outstanding characteristic it has 

 many other splendid features that will 

 appeal to both home gardeners and can- 

 ners. The habit of the plants is vigorous 

 and strong. The growth is upright and 

 there is an abundance of rich green 

 foliage. The short stout pods are very 

 thick. Each pod contains from 3 to 5 

 large, plump, bright green beans 

 which are so tightly packed in 

 the pod that many of them are 

 almost square. Very produc- 

 tive and of good flavor. 



Pkt. 15c; h lb. 30c; lb. SOc; 

 2 lbs. 90c; 5 lbs. $2.00. 



It will pay you to grow 

 these New and Better 

 Vegetables for in- 

 creased yield and finer 

 quality. 



223 Chinese Cabbage— 

 Improved Peking 



A most desirable variety of this delectable and palatable vege- 

 table. Forms a long compact head which blanches to a creamy 

 white except the few outer leaves which are bright green. Very 

 crisp and tender being excellent served as cole slaw or cooked like 

 Cabbage. Has a milder, more pleasing, and finer flavor than 

 ordinary Cabbage. Sow between mid-July and early August for a 

 crop in late fall. Pkt. 10c; | oz. 25c; oz. 40c; lb. $1.00. 



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162 Beet— Rosebud 



We consider this new Beet worthy of a place in every garden 

 because it combines most attractive appearance with choice 

 quality. The roots are perfectly round having a very small neck 

 and a thin tap root. They are smooth and free from undesiiable 

 side roots. The skin is rich red and the flesh beaeath is a beautiful 

 deep red showing no light zones. Ideal for canning and pickling 

 as well as for home cooking. Most delicious when \\ inches in 

 diameter. Pkt. 15c; oz. 30c; j lb. SOc; lb. $2.50. 



204 Cabbage — Golden Acre 



This excellent variety is the earliest round-headed cabbage in 

 existence. It will mature at least 7 days ahead of the regular 

 strains of Jersey Wakefield, considered the standard early of the 

 country. The heads of Golden Acre are perfectly round, firm, and 

 of exceptionally fine texture there being no heavy mid-ribs. An 

 average head weighs about 4 pounds and most of this weight is 

 head since there are but few outer leaves. May be planted close 

 in the row. Pkt. 15c; \ oz. 40c; oz. 75c; \ lb. $2.00. 



237 Carrot — Imperator 



This Carrot represents a most desirable combination of choice 

 eating qualities and splendid appearance. The roots grow 7 to 8 

 inches long. They have a broad shoulder and gradually taper to- 

 ward a fine thin tap root. Due to their form they are easy to 

 harvest. The flesh also is most attractive — a rich deep orange. 

 Being exceptionally fine grained it cooks very tender besides having 

 a sweet and mild flavor. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; J lb. 65c; lb. $2.00. 



276 Celery— Golden Plume 



Golden Plume takes its place among the very best of Celeries 

 and being early it occupies a most enviable position. Of vigorous 

 large growth forming heavy stalks with a full solid heart of a 

 beautiful golden yellow color. It is easy to blanch and though 

 early will keep in good condition for a long time retaining its crisp, 

 brittle, and nutty flavor. Golden Plume shows a remarkable 

 resistance to blight which so often affects other early yellow strains. 

 Its super-fine quality and splendid appearance have made it a 

 great favorite. Pkt. 25c; i oz. $1.00; Joz. $1.75; oz. $3.00. 



All Vegetable Seeds offered in this catalog are sent PREPAID within the U. S. A. at the prices quoted ^5 



