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H. G. FAUST & CO., PHII,ADEI.PHIA. 



SELECTED EXTKA EARLY DWARF ERFURT. 



This is the very best strain of Erfurt stock, and was grown for 

 us at great expense by one of the most rehable growers in 

 Germany. Scarcely a plant fails to produce a good head. It 

 is very dwarf, has solid, pure white heads of the finest quality. 

 Per pkt., 20 cts.; ^oz., 9U cts.; 3^oz., $1.50; oz., S2.75 ; % lb., 

 ?9.50. 



Early London. A well-known variety, remaining a long 

 time fit for use. Per pkt., 5 cis.; oz., 60 cts.; 34 lb., ^;i.60. 



FAUST'S EARLIEST TRUE SNOWBALL CAULI- 

 FLOWER. There is probably no other vegetable with which 

 there is so much of uncertainity connected in the securing of a 

 successful crop as with growing the cauliflower, as very much 

 depends upon the season, but under ordinary circumstances 

 the same amount of attention, manure and money as are 

 devoted to the cabbage crop will bring in as large or larger 

 returns. On account of the high price for reliable cauliflower 

 seed most gardeners satisfy themselves by sowing cheap seed, 

 and this is one cause of failure. Our Snowball Cauliflower is 

 undoubtedly the best in cultivation. It ia the earliest grown, 

 produces the finest snow-white heads, and its compact habit 

 enables it to be planted closer together than any other variety. 

 Its dwarf growth and short outer leaves peculiarly adapt it for 

 forcing under glass during winter and spring. Full cultural 

 directions with illustrations lithographed on each packet. 

 Per pkt., 20 cts.; oz., 85 cts.; oz., $1.50 ; oz., $3 00 ; 34 lb., 

 $10.00 ; lb., S33.00. 



" CAULIFLOWERS, AND HOW TO GROW THEM," 



gent free with orders for oz. or more of Snowball. 



VEITCH'S AUTUIVIN GIANT. The heads of this variety 

 are well protected by the foliage, and remain for a long time 

 fit for use. They are beautiful and white, large, firm and 

 compact. Recommended for the Southern States. Per pkt., 

 10 cts.; oz., Go cts.; 14 lb., S2.OO ; lb., $7.00. 



ALGIERS. One of the best sure-heading, late varieties, 

 the heads remaining firm and Bolid for a long time ; very 

 largelv grown on Long Island. Per pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 75 cts.; 

 34 lb. ,"$2. 25; lb., S8.00. 



Le Normand's Short-Stem. A large, late variety, pro- 

 ducing very close and uniform curd, Avell protected by leaves, 

 keeping it 'well blanched. Quality good. Per pkt., 10 cts.; 

 oz., 70cts.; 341b., §2.00 ; lb.,|<.50. 



Sow in the open ground as soon as it is fit to work, late in 

 March or early in April. Keep clear of weeds until time for 

 transplanting in June and July. The tops should be shorn 

 off once or twice before transplanting, to insure stocky plants. 

 When from 4 to 6 inches high transplant into broad, 

 shallow trenches, 3 feet apart and 6 inches in the rows. 

 The soil should be light, highly manured and moist, or near 

 water, as the plants must be freely watered in dry weather. 

 Earthing up should not 1 e begun until the plants" are quite 

 well grown, then earth up gradually, keeping the leaf stocks 

 close together, so that the soil may not fall into the centre of 

 the plant ; never earth up In wet weather or when the dew is 

 on the plants. Celery for very late use which is earthed or 

 bunched up early, is liable to rust. 



GIANT PASCAL. See Specialties. 



GIANT WHITE SOLID. Attains a very large size under 

 good cultivation, rearhing 3 feet. It is a very showv variety, 

 of quick growth, stiff, close habit and bleaches "perfectly 

 white ; fine flavor, crisp and tender. Grows freely in a hot or 

 dry atmosphere, and for this reason is particularly adapted to 

 Southern sections of our country. It should never be planted 

 closer than 4 feet between the tows. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 

 20 cts.; lb., 60 cts.; lb., S2.10. 



BOSTON MARKET. The most popular variety in the 

 markets of Boston. It is white, of delicious flavor, and very 

 solid, crisp and tender. A most excellent variety. Per pkt 



5 cts.; oz., 20cts.; 34 lb., 70 cts.; lb., 82.50. 



NEW ROSE. The leading variety of the Red Celeries, 

 which are coming more into general use n\ our American 

 markets. It is more solid than the white varieties, therefore 

 keeping much better, and having that rich nutty flavor so 

 sought after. Very ornamental ; the delicate carmine blend- 

 ing with the white in the blanched stalks. Per pkt., lo cts ; 

 oz., 30 cts.; 34 lb., 90 els.; lb., S3.00. 



CRAWFORD'S HALF-DWARF. ^Yhen blanched it is 

 of a yellowish-white, making it very ornamental for the table. 

 It is solid, rich in flavor, vigorous tn growth, and surpasses 

 most of the large growing sorts in weight of bunch. Per pkt., 



6 cts.; oz., 20 cts.; 34 lt>., 60 cis.; lb., i2.00. 



IMPERIAL DWARF LARGE RIBBED. This variety 

 is very solid, of delicious, crisp, nutty flavor, pearly white, 

 and an extra good keeper. The nbs are entirely solid, and 

 larger than any other variety. Bemg of compact, vigorous 

 growth, it can be planted very close, and this, added to its 

 robust and stocky habit, makes it a most valuable kind. It 

 is very heavy, and nearly self blanching. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 

 20 cts.; M lb., 60 cts.; lb., $2.25. 



GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING. This superb varietv is 

 noted for itsclose habit, compactgrowthandstrait-ht, vigorous 

 stalks, which make a handsome appearance. The heart is 

 large, solid and of a beautiful rich golden yellow color, and 

 withotit banking up or any covering whatever even the outer 

 ribs become of a fresh yellowish white color. It is a fine table 

 variety ; the ribs are solid, crisp, brittle and of delicious flavor. 

 On the table or market stall it is most handsome and striking 

 in appearance. Per pkt., 10 cts.; 34 oz., 20 cts.; oz.. 35 cts.: 

 lb., 81.00; lb., $3.25. 



Perfection HeartweU. 



PERFECTION HEARTWELL. The above illustration 

 gives but a faint idea of the appearance of this handsome 

 variety. It is one of the largest varieties grown, has a large 

 golden-yellow heart, very sweet and of fine flavor. Highly 

 recommended for winter use. Per pkt., lu cts.; oz., 25 cts.; \i 

 lb., 75 cts.; lb., $2.75. 



Celeriac, or Turnip-Rooted Celery. Only grown for its 

 roots, which are shaped like a turnip, and when cooked are 

 sliced and- used with vinegar. Also used for seasoning. Per 

 pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 20 cts.; 34 lb., 45 cts.; lb., $1.65. 



