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Dreers Garden Calendar. 125 



STRAWBERRY PLANTS— Continued— New and Standard Varieties. 



Per doz. Per 100. Per 1000 



Albany (Wilson's). Very hardy and productive; the favorite variety 



fur field culture ; fruit good size, crimson, brisk acid flavor $0 25 $1 00 $5 00 



Black Defiance. A hybrid between the " Triomphe de Gand" aud 

 " Green Prolific." Shape conical, sometimes flattened ; berries very 

 larje, color dark crimson; fle>h firm and solid, sweet, remarkably 

 juicy, and of the most exquisite aroma. Plants hardy and vigorous. 50 150 8 00 



Boyden's No. 30 Seth Boyden). Berries very large, roundish conical, 

 with neck ; dark scarlet, flesh firm, melting, sweet and of pleasant 

 flavor, very reliable 50 1 50 8 00 



CHAMPION, P. Fruit irregular, globe-shaped, of dark crimson color 



anil good shape; very large, sometimes o inches in circumference... 50 1 50 8 00 



CrTAni.r.s Dj^mng, Vigorous and productive ; fruit large, deep scar- 

 let, firm, juicy, sweet aud rich flavor. A favorite variety, succeed- 

 ing everywhere aud under any system of cultivation, continues pro- 

 ductive on the same ground without renewing for some years 50 1 00 6 00 



CRESCENT SEEDLING. One of the most productive varieties ever intro- 

 duced. Berries medium to large, bright red, and of good qualiry. 

 Very valuable for market purposes 2-5 1 00 5 00 



Great AMERICAN. In some locations lias come up to the description 

 of the originator as the largest berry in cultivation ; bright crimson 

 color and good flavor .". 50 2 00 10 00 



JCCUNDA, <r X^. 70 ». Poor grower, except in certain localities; fruit of 



immense size, glossy crimson 50 2 00 10 00 



Monarch OF THE WEST. Very large and productive : bright red color, 

 delicious flnv >r. Plant exceedingly strong and vigorous, succeed- 

 ing evervwherc except on very light, sandy soil, aud under all sys- 

 tems of culti ration '..... 50 1 50 8 00 



Sharpee<s' Seedling. From all parts of the country this variety has 

 gained a . of being one of the best varieties of recent in- 

 troduction. The berries are very large, generally oblong, clear light 

 red, of excellent quality, produced on the strongest fruit stems well 

 above the foliage. It has a hardy vigorous habit, very strong large 

 leaves, and the plant is very prolific. From trials on our own grounds 

 we do not hesitate to endorse it highlv and recommend it for every 

 fruic jrarden 1 00 2 00 10 00 



Triomphe de Gand. Good erower; fruit very large, coxcomb-shaped, 

 deep red, glossy, and of excellent flavor. Plant requires a deep rich 

 soil, and thorough cultivation, when it is one of the most valuable for 



market or home use. It is quite early and continues until very late. 50 2 00 10 00 

 Special prices for large lots will be given on application. 



INSECT DESTROYERS, FERTILIZERS, ETC. 



TVe offer the following preparations for destroying the different kinds of Insects, which are 

 such pests to the Gardener and Amateur, that at times they almost despair of saving their plants, 

 until the best known remedies are tried for destroying the same, which we have endeavored to 

 give in our iist, and they not only destroy them, but at the same time promote a healthy and 

 vigorous growth. We have a book for sale on the subject: " How to Destroy Insects on Plants 

 and Flowers, in the Garden and House." Price, in paper cover, 30 cts. "We" also give a list of 

 the best Fertilizers for Flowering Plants, Lawn, and the Garden. On page 80 will be found 

 Syringes, Bellows, Sprinklers, etc., for applying these compounds and preparations. 



BRIDGEFORD'S ANTISEPTIC LIQUID. 



For the removal of Parasites, Lichens, and Insects, injurious to Plants, Trees, Shrubs, etc. 



This preparation is quite distinct from any other already before the public. It is quick, safe, 

 and effectual for the destruction of the Green Fly, Mealy Bug, Thrip, Bed Spider, Mildew, Plight 

 and Scale of every description. It contains nothing deleterious to plants, not even staining the 

 leaves or leaving an unpleasant smell in the house. Its application is so simple that it can be 

 used with safety by the most inexperienced hand. Instructions for application with each bottle. 

 Price, each, 80 cts. (Not mailable.) 



GISHURST'S COMPOUND. 



This is extensively used in England and on the Continent, as well as in this country, and is 

 effectual for preventing and destroying Green, Brown, and Black Fly, 3Iildeiv, Thrip, Mealy 

 Bug, and Scale, also for washing walls, frames and sashes of green-houses. With directions. 

 Per box, 75 cts. ; by mail, $1. 



CARBOLIC ACID SOAP. 



It will destroy all forms of insects and parasites of every description. It kills and drives 

 away Lice, Fleas, Ants, Bugs, Worms, Grubs, and all insects* that destroy animals and plants. 

 With directions. Per cake, 10 cts. ; by mail, 20 cts. 



