VICTORY 
GARDE 
"The strawberry with its attractive color, deli- 
cious aroma and its delicate flavor is one of our 
choicest and most popular fruits. It is at the 
same time a very useful and wholesome food. 
The berry has a high water content and is rich 
in lime and iron. Strawberries contain some 
vitamin B and considerable vitamin C." (Quota- 
tion from Extension Bulletin No. 169 of the Ex- 
tension Service, Washington State College.) 
Strawberries stand supreme as the 
fruit crop for the Victory Garden 
They are easy to grow^ — any good garden soil is smtable. They come into bearing 
more quickly than any other fruit crop. They ripen early in the season — coming on 
before many of the other garden crops are even planted. Best of all, strawberries are 
universally popular. Every member of the family can enjoy and benefit by the luscious, 
fresh strawberries from your victory garden. 
STRAWBERRY GARDENS provide fresh fruit for the table, the "makings" for strawberry- 
shortcake and other delicious dishes, including preserves, jellies and marmalades. Those who 
" are fortunate enough to own or rent freezing units may have fresh strawberries for Christmas. 
STRAWBERRY GARDENS provide also the ideal crop for extra money. No fruit crop is more 
healthful or interesting to grow, more attractive or easier to sell, more profitable or satisfactory 
to handle. 
STRAWBERRY GARDENS fit in with so many conditions. Small areas often return large 
profits. A good crop to encourage young people. To employ part time profitably. Where older 
folks can help out. Think of it! With one crop you can get some exercise, take in some 
sunshine, make some money, feed your family healthfully, conserve ration points, ease the 
family budget and help with the war effort. Decide now to start a strawberry garden this 
spring and order your plants quickly, because this year, as last, there are not enough plants 
to go around. 
There will not be enough strawberries for every- 
body for the next few years. The only sure way 
to have them, is to grow your own. A few straw- 
berries in yotir Victory Garden will pay their way 
if you don't sell a box. 
