Now! Substantially Virus-Free Raspberry Plants 
commercial production of virus-free strawberry plants. 
the entire history of strawberry production, and we ex- 
pect virus-free raspberries to be of similar importance. 
The foundation virus-free raspberry stock was obtained 
by the U. 8. Department of Agriculture through special 
research methods involving grafting (indexing) to a special 
indicator species. Indexed plants are grown on a farm iso- 
lated from all other brambles under supervision of State 
of Maryland authorities. During the growing season the 
resulting plants are carefully sprayed to control aphids 
which spread virus diseases. This planting stock will 
give exceptional yields because of increased vigor. In one 
variety of red raspberry there was an official report of | 
117% increase in yield. To maintain this vigor the grower should follow his state reeommendations for 
aphid control in addition to planting in an area reasonably isolated from other cultivated and wild 
brambles. 
Because of the many extra procedures necessary to produce this special planting stock, their cost is 
more than for standard certified plants but we sincerely believe that the resulting increase in vigor, 
production, size, and quality will far outweigh the difference in price. 
At present we have only a limited supply of two varieties, but within a year or two we hope to have 
substantially virus-free stock of the best eastern raspberries. We must restrict quantities to enable as — 
| many growers as possible to obtain some of this improved stock. 
: VIRUS-FREE NEWBURGH. This excellent midseason red raspberry is very productive, 
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with large, firm berries having a bright attractive color and round shape. It is hardy even in northern 
New Hampshire. Because of its natural resistance to mosaic disease it is a favorite with commercial 
growers who want to produce both red and black raspberries. Now with freedom from virus troubles 
our stock of Newburgh is truly superior and will reward you with the very best results. 
VIRUS-FREE DUNDEE. Because of its outstanding quality and beautiful, large berries, 
Dundee is an excellent black raspberry for both home gardens and commercial plantings. It ripens in 
midseason with loads of glossy-black, sweet berries. Dundee is hardy in the New England area and has 
very good plant vigor. With Rayner’s substantially virus-free stock, Dundee is better than ever. 
PRICES OF SUBSTANTIALLY VIRUS-FREE 1-yr. #1 plants of NEWBURGH RED RASPBERRY AND 
DUNDEE BLACK RASPBERRY: 
We are proud to announce the development of substan- | 
tially virus-free raspberry plants and firmly believe that — 
this development will be of significant importance to the — 
raspberry industry. Rayner Bros. Nursery was one of the — 
original cooperators with State and Federal authorities in — 
This has been one of the most beneficial developments in — 
3 Plants $1.90; 6 for $3.30; 12 for $5.70; 25 for $9.65; 50 for $17.75; 100 for $32.95. These prices do not | 
include postage. See page 21 for Postal Rates. See planting instructions sent with each order and Ray- 
ner’s Bulletin No. 14 for raspberry culture. 
CERTIFIED RED RASPBERRY PLANTS 
These plants are certified by the Maryland State Board of Agriculture for freedom from dangerous 
insect pests and diseases. They are from the same proven stocks we have sold for many years, which 
have given such good results with thousands of commercial and home plantings. 
LATHAM is the standard red raspberry for most of the eastern states. Its plants are hardy, pro- 
ducing big crops of large, high-quality fruit, fine for fresh use, freezing, or preserves. Latham is fine for | 
home gardens and excellent for commercial plantings, for its berries hold up well for shipment. It is _ 
hardy in our coldest climates and very late in ripening. 
TAYLOR usually ripens considerably earlier than Latham and because of its very large, delicious | 
berries is rapidly increasing in popularity. It is very hardy and has heavy yields of firm berries which 
are excellent for freezing. Taylor is recommended both for home plantings and commercial use. 
SEPTEMBER EVERBEARING RED RASPBERRY is from the New York Experiment Station. 
It is truly an outstanding variety, producing a wonderful crop of high-quality, early berries during the 
regular summer season and another fine crop that begins to ripen early in the fall. September is a real 
winner for home use where its firm berries, which are free from crumbling, are especially nice for freezing 
and preserves. SEE NEXT PAGE FOR PRICES OF CERTIFIED RASPBERRY PLANTS. 
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