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Empire is another of the fine fruit developments of the 

 New York State Experiment Station. Thus, it is well suited 

 to the nortliern states where it is a fine midseason companion 

 of Catskill. Yields are good, and it has sufficient frost and 

 winter hardiness to be a very dependable producer. Empire 

 is an especially attractive berry since it has a very glossy, 

 medium red color and a fine green cap. The berry shape is 

 somewhat elongate and irregular. Berry size is large, and this 

 size holds up well for the entire picking season. The flesh color 

 of Empire is somewhat pale, and it is a bit soft, but the flavor 

 is very good. Its large size, fine appearance and good flavor 

 rate Empire as a real profit maker in northern states. We 

 definitely believe you will like this excellent variety. 



Plants of Empire are very vigorous, winter hardy and re- 

 sistant to Verticillium wilt. Runner plants are developed freely 

 and result in a good fruiting row. In all the New England 

 area, we believe you will have excellent results with Rayner's 

 virus-free Empire which produces such extra-big berries. 



25 Plants $2.40; 100 for $5.40; 1,000 for $24.00. Order Early. Complete Prices Page 18. 

 June 2, 1967 



The Sunrise plants you sent me last year have looked very promising. The plants grow very strong and 

 vigorous. They also seem to hold the berries up better than other varieties. The berries are very large, attractive, 

 heavy producers and have a very delicious flavor. My enclosed order explains my opinion of them. 



y Mr. Blake T. Elmore, Goldsboro, N. C. 



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Because of its tremendous production of de- 

 licious, firm, attractive berries, Midway has 

 had a popularity explosion that causes the 

 demand for plants to far exceed the supply. 

 So if you want good plants of this outstanding 

 variety, be sure to place your order early. 

 Within a few years this wonderful berry from 

 the U. S. Department of Agriculture has 

 blazed a trail to the top for both commercial 

 production and home plantings. In Michigan, 

 Ohio, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, 

 New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and many other 

 states it has become a sensational favorite. If 

 you want to grow one of the best of all straw- 

 berries, be sure to get Rayner's registered 

 virus-free stock of Midway. It has now proved 

 to be one of the heaviest yielding of all straw- 

 berries and one of the best ever for big profits. 

 It ripens in early midseason, producing large, 

 bright berries with extra fancy caps and bright 

 t^ellow seeds. Berries of Midway have a nice uniform shape and hold their large size and fine appearance 

 "or the long harvest season. The berries have a firm flesh and firm skin, which permits long-distance 

 shipment and results in a nice-looking berry a day or two after they have been picked. Midway is a de- 

 icious berry for fresh use and excellent for freezing and preserves. It has resistance to red stele and is a 

 /ery good plant maker if conditions are at all favorable. Be sure to try this superior variety. 



25 Plants $2.50; 50 for $3.75; 100 for $5.60; 1,000 for $25.00. Complete Prices Page 18. 

 Dur prices do not include Postage. See page 3 and order sheet for postage and handling charge. 



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