NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES IN VEGETABLE SEEDS 



458 Lettuce — Unrivaled 



A handsome early Butterhead Lettuce of extra choice quality. 

 Develops well formed, closely folded heads with golden yellow 

 hearts within 60 days from sowing. An all season variety for cool 

 sections but best for spring sowing where summers are hot. The 

 weU-blanched heart is crisp and has a rich buttery flavor. Pkt. 10c; 

 oz. 25c; i lb. 70c. 



483 Lettuce —Dreer's Wonderful 



Sometimes called "New York" or "Los Angeles Market." 

 A summer variety that withstands heat and forms very large, 

 remarkably solid heads. Tender, tightly folded, blanched hearts 

 and rich deep green slightly curled outer leaves. Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c; 

 I lb. 85c. 



Honey Rock Muskmelon 



509 Muskmelon — Honey Rock 



This new Muskmelon is outstanding for the delicious sweetness 

 and rich aroma of its tender, luscious, salmon-colored flesh. The 

 fruits are almost round. They are of medium size but have ex- 

 tremely thick flesh surrounding the small seed cavity in the center. 

 The skin of the heavy fruits is a gray-green color showing a rough 

 netting. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; i lb. 60c; lb. §1.75. 



587 Onion — Valencia 



This is the best of the large sweet Spanish Onions. Valued for 

 its exceptionally mild and sweet flavor. We consider it particu- 

 larly desirable because it will grow to truly enormous size if 

 conditions are anywhere near favorable. In some ways it resembles 

 the popular Prizetaker but the onions are considerably larger and 

 consequently heavier in weight. 

 The onions are round and have a 



beautiful golden yellow skin and D£ — " 'i . 



pure white flesh. With the »'. * , 



proper culture they will develop \" 

 into magnificent specimens of v 

 the prize-winning type. For ex- 

 hibition start the seed indoors 

 early and transplant to the gar- 

 den at the proper season. 

 Pkt. 15c; i oz. 40c; oz. 70c; 

 I lb. $2.10; lb. $7.00. 



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588 Onion 

 White Bunching 



This variety does not form any bulbs 

 but it is grown extensively for green 

 onions and scallions. Sow the seed 

 thickly in rows and earth up the plants 

 gradually to blanch the lower 3 or 4 

 inches of the thick stalks. Pkt. 10c; 

 J oz. 25c; oz. 45c; J lb. $1.35; lb. $4.50. 



602 Parsley —Dreer's Exhibition 



This new Parsley is bound to become extremely popular as it 

 combines attractive appearance with the finest qualities of a culi- 

 nary herb. The compact plants are just one solid mass of finely 

 divided and curled leaves of a most pleasing rich and bright deep 

 green color. The finely cut foliage resembles a bunch of moss and 

 it may well be grown as an edge to the flower border on account 

 of its ornamental form. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; | lb. 75c; lb. $2.50. 



611 Parsnip —Short Thick 



Many gardeners find that harvesting the long Parsnips is quite 

 a task particularly when grown on heavy soil and this new half- 

 dwarf white variety is therefore bound to become very popular. 

 The roots grow 6 to 7 inches in length tapering from a broad 

 shoulder to a fine tap root. It has a deeply set crown and matures 

 very early. Beautiful, white, sweet flesh which is tender and 

 palatable. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; i lb. 75c; lb, $2.25. 



667 Pea —Mammoth Pod Extra-Early 



An extra-early variety with large and smooth seeds. May be 

 sown as early in the spring as the ground can be prepared. A 

 great favorite because it is a heavy producer with vines which grow 

 3 feet high being loaded with pods measuring 3J to 4 inches in 

 length. The large bright green peas have a sweet and delicate 

 flavor. Pkt. 10c; h lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 75c; 5 lbs. $1.75. 



650 Pea — Laxton's Progress 



This early variety is of dwarf growth. The dark green vines are 

 only 18 inches tall and produce handsome dark green pods. 4 

 inches long, each tightly packed with 8 to 10 large dark green peas 

 of a very fine quality. An exceedingly prolific variety quite popular 

 among home gardeners. Ready for picking in 60 days. Pkt. 10c; 

 i lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 75c; 5 lbs. $1.75. 



700 Pea —Telephone 



This standard variety has strong vines averaging 18 to 20 

 pods to each. The long straight, medium green pods are borne in 

 pairs, each containing 6 to 8 large attractive peas of delectable 

 flavor. Height, 4 feet. One of the most popular commercial 

 varieties, but it is also highly valued by home gardeners. Ready 

 for picking in about 73 days. Pkt. 10c; J lb. 25c; lb. 40c; 2 lbs. 

 70c; 5 lbs. $1.65. 



Sugarstick 

 % Natural Size 



White Bunching Onion 



Edible Podded 

 Sugar Pea 



696 Sugarstick 



The thick, fleshy, tender pods are entirely stringless and 

 of excellent flavor. If desired the large round peas may be shelled 

 and cooked separately from the pods. A most desirable new 

 variety outstanding for its flavor, tender texture, and produc- 

 tiveness. Grows 4 feet tall. Pkt. 20c; § lb. 50c; lb. 85c; 2 lbs. $1.50; 

 5 lbs. $3.50, prepaid. 



711 Pepper — California Wonder 



A late Pepper most popular in all parts of the country. The 

 sturdy upright plants bear from 6 to 8 smooth, blocky, deep crim- 

 son fruits each. They measure 4J inches in length and 4 inches 

 across. The most outstanding feature of the fruits is the remarkable 

 thickness of their walls. Pkt. 15c; J oz. 35c; oz. 60c; J lb. $1.75. 



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