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D. M. FERRY & COS DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE 



MUSHROOM 



The Mushroom is an edible fungus of which there are numerous varieties. We handle the ordinary commercial variety of 

 a creamy white color with loose gills which underneath are of pinkish-red, changing to liver color. The mushroom produces 

 "seed" or spores and there is developed a white, fibrous substance in broken threads, called spawn, which is developed and 

 preserved in horse manure, pressed in the form of bricks. Mushrooms can be grown in cellars, in sheds, in hotbeds or some- 

 times in the open air, the great essential being a uniform degree of temperature and moisture. Our space is too limited 

 here to give the necessary cultural directions, but these are published in pamphlet form, a copy of which we will be pleased to 

 send on request. 



SPORE CULTURE MUSHROOM SPAWN. Produced from original spore cultures under the new French process which permits 

 the indefinite reproduction of selected varieties. Positively the most vigorous and prolific spawn on the market. Our stock 

 is of the white variety which is the sort generally preferred. Each brick is sufficient to spawn from 8 to 10 square feet of bed. 

 Brick (about 1J4 lbs.), postpaid 45c; 5 bricks, not prepaid, $1.50. 



MUSTARD 



Mustard is not only used as a condiment but the green leaves are used as a salad or cut and boiled like spinach. Sow as early 

 in the spring as the ground will permit, in drills about eighteen inches apart, covering one-half inch deep. For succession, sow 

 every few weeks till autumn. Water freely. In the south the seed may be sown in autumn and the plants used early in the spring 

 as a salad and for greens. 



iin ., I-. i. i The leaves ore comparatively small and smooth, deeply cut or divided and of medium dark green color. 

 White UngllSn The plant is upright, of rapid growth and soon bolts to seed. The leaves, when young, are mild and tender. 



Seed light yellow and larger than that of other varieties. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; V4 Lb. 25c; Lb. 60c. 

 o .1 f • . /-> 1 J The leaves are large, light green with tinge of yellow, much crimped and frilled at edges. 



Southern Liiant \_urleu The plant is upright or slightly spreading in growth. This variety is highly esteemed iu 



the south for the market as well as the home garden on account of its vigorous growth, hardiness and good quality. Seed small, 



reddish brown to nearly black. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; Vi Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 



Mustard, Florida Broad Leaf 



• q ,i | j An excellent sort with very large, light green, plain or comparatively smooth leaves, borne 



Large jmOOtn Leaved well above the ground. The plant is of very quick growth, fairly upright when young, 



becoming somewhat spreading at maturity. This sort is preferred by many as it is more easily prepared for the table than 



the rougher leaved varieties. Seed small, reddish brown to nearly black. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; 'A Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 



pi • j j> J I C P' an ts rather tall and upright growing and produce considerably more leaf growth than other 



rlOriua ISroad JLear varieties The leaves are large, broad, comparatively smooth and have broad, distinct midrib. 



When cooked the leaves are of excellent quality. The variety is distinct in that it stays in condition without bolting to seed 



considerably longer than other sorts. Seed small, reddish brown to nearly black. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; Vi Lb. 25c; 



Lb. 80c. 



NASTURTIUM 



TALL MIXED GARDEN. Sometimes called Indian Cress. Grown not only for ornament but the beautiful orange and yellow 

 flowers aud the foliage are used for garnishing. The young leaves or shoots are excellent for salads. The green seed pods are 

 greatly esteemed by many for use in mixed pickles. Early in spring sow, preferably in rather light soil, in rows three feet 

 apart and two inches apart in the row, covering one inch deep. When the young plants are about four inches high thin to six 

 inches apart in the row. Vines can be supported if so desired by stakes, strings or brush. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; V4 Lb. 

 30c; Lb. $1.00. (.For other varieties of Nasturtium see page 79.) 



OKRA OR GUMBO 



The young seed pods are used in soups, stews, catsups, etc. Highly esteemed in the south. After danger of frost is past, 

 the ground being warm and in good condition, plant in rows about two and one half feet apart, covering with about an inch of fine 

 soil firmly pressed down. When about three inches high, thin to about one foot apart in the row. Cultivate and keep free from 

 weeds. The pods are in best condition for use when from one to three inches long. 



n f f P VC An extra early maturing variety. Very productive. Plants are more dwarf in habit of growth 



L/Wart Ijreen r rOlltlC than those of other varieties. Pods short, deep green, slightly corrugated, tender and of good 



quality. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; Vi Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 

 pv r | p l fi This is a sturdy, dwarf growing variety, and is quite early and productive. The pods are 



Uwan Long rod, ween long, fluted or corrugated, and are attractive dark green in color. They remain in condition 



for cooking until quite large. This variety is a very good one for the home garden and is of the type most used for canning. 



Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; Vi Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00. 

 iiri .. ■«;■ 1 . The plants are about three and one-half feet high, early maturing and very productive. The pods are white, 

 W hlte V elVet long, smooth and are tender until nearly full sized. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 20c; Vi Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 

 D 1 * ' 1V/I i-U I P A This variety is about three feet high, very early and productive. The pods are 



rerkins Ivlammoth Long rOd deep green, very long, slender, slightly corrugated, very tender and of good quality, 



This is a desirable market as well as home garden sort. Pkt. 10c; Oz, 15c; Vi Lb. 25c; Lb, 75c, 



