VEGETABLE SEEDS • Beckert's Seed Store, 101 and 103 Federal St., N. S., Pittsburgh, Pa. 



SAVOY AND RED CABBAGE 



Those who appreciate quality in Cabbage should make it a point 

 Savoy Cabbage is of more delicate flavor than any other member ol 

 slaws. They are of very much stronger llavor than white Cabbage. 

 Stonehead takes the pri/.e as a keeper. 



PERFECTION DRUMHEAD SAVOY, The lust all-round variety 

 for American conditions. Good-sized, solid heads, with attrac- 

 tively curled and savoved deep green leaves. In llavor it surpasses 

 all other Cabbages and the llavor is improved by freezing. 1 he 

 heads may be left standing in the garden all winter until wanted 

 lor the table. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., V 4 lb. 80 cts. 



to grow more Savoy. It is safe to say that, next to Brussels Sprouts, 

 the Cabbage family. Red Cabbages arc used mostlj for pickling and 

 I he Rock Red is the variety most widely grown, while Red Danish 



MAMMOTH ROCK RED. A very select strain with large, solid. 



somew rial flattened heads. The Favorite Cabbage for pickling 



Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 45 cts., y 4 lb. $1.35. 

 RED DANISH STONEHEAD. Heads perfectly round and ex- 



trcmch solid; large in si/c; deep purplish red, showing but slight 



traces of white. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., >/ 4 lb. $1.00. 



CARROTS 



Carrots succeed best on heavy loam, which preferably should have been well fertilized 

 the previous year, as fresh manure often causes the roots to grow pronged and misshapen. 

 Sow the seed early in spring, firming the soil down over it. Make succession sowings 

 every ten das s up to I he end of June, and put in a few extra rows about June 15 for winter 

 use. An ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill; four pounds will sow an acre. 

 FRENCH FORCING, or Golden Ball. An extra-early variety with medium-sized, 

 almost globular roots of a bright orange color. Tops very small. I he best for forcing 

 or lor lirsi crop outdoors. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts. 

 EARLY SCARLET HORN. For early crops. The roots are about 3 inches long, broad- 

 shouldered, orange-red, and of very good quality. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., V 4 lb. 40 cts. 

 OXHEART, or Guerande. Thick and very blunt-rooted; 5 inches long; deep reddish 

 orange; tender and of line llavor. A very heavy cropper and a fine home-garden and 

 market Carrot. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., >/ 4 lb. 35 cts. 

 DANVERS HALF-LONG. A grand old favorite, extensively grown for market and a 

 desirable variety lor every purpose. The roots grow 6 to 8 inches long and are nearly 

 cylindrical, abruptly pointed at the base. The flesh is bright orange, fine-grained and 

 free from liber. A good cropper. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., '/ 4 lb. 35 cts. 

 HALF-LONG NANTES. A French variety which might be called an improved Danvers. 

 The roots are cylindrical, smooth and blunt-pointed; the flesh is orange-red, nearly 

 coreless and of the finest quality. A thoroughbred Carrot in every way. Pkt. 10 cts., 

 oz. 15 cts., V 4 lb. 40 cts. 

 nil p i AMp I I Tp or CORELESS. This particular strain of half-long, stump- 

 riALr-LUlNlj LUl^, rooted Carrot is in great demand among our most critical 

 customers. It is somewhat earlier than Danvers and the roots are a trifle thicker, 

 remarkably symmetrical, and deep orange-red in color, having but the faintest indica- 

 tion of a core. In quality it is unsurpassed and, at 

 the same time, it is most productive. On good 

 soils, under favorable conditions, it will yield up 

 to twenty-five tons per acre. Half-Long Luc 

 is the leading main-crop Carrot for market. 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., V 4 lb. 50 cts. 

 HALF-LONG STUMP-ROOTED. A dependable 

 midseason Carrot, of good quality and a heavy 

 cropper. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., >/ 4 lb. 35 cts. 

 CHANTENAY, or Model. A Carrot of many 



Half-Long Luc Carrots 



good qualities and a popular variety in all parts of the country. The roots are broad-shouldered, 

 tapering slightly to the abrupt point, smooth and very handsome in appearance. 1 he Mesh is deep 

 orange and of the finest quality even in the largest roots. A splendid winter keeper. Pkt. 10 cts., 

 oz. 15 cts., V 4 lb. 35 cts. 



HALF-LONG POINTED ROOTED. A very select strain of the pointed type. The roots are of medium 

 size, smooth and attractive. A sure cropper. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., >/ 4 lb. 35 cts. 

 .... rnv Intermediate in length between the half-long and long varieties; about 

 Ol. VALLlYI. 10 inches long, broad at the top and tapering down very symmetri- 

 cally to the bottom; rich orange in color and of the best quality. This Carrot is valu- 

 able for both garden and field culture, on account of its productiveness and good shape. 

 Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., V 4 lb. 40 cts. 

 IMPROVED LONG ORANGE. Long, pointed roots of good quality. A heavy yielder; 



extensively grown. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., »/ 4 lb. 35 cts. 

 IMPROVED WHITE BELGIAN. Grown for feeding to cattle and horses, and a valuable 

 addition to the winter rations, helping to keep stock in best condition. This is the most 

 productive and easily harvested variety. The roots are large and thick through, growing 

 partly above the ground. Can be kept all winter if harvested before frost. Pkt. 10 cts., 

 oz. 15 cts., V 4 lb. 35 cts. 



St. Valery Carrots 



Grow More Root-Crops 



In planning our gardens we are all apt to overlook the season after the first of Novem- 

 ber. With very little extra care any garden can be made to produce not only an abun- 

 dance of succulent green vegetables for the summer table but a plentilul supply also ol 

 those crops which may be canned or stored in the cellar for winter use. Nearly all of 

 the Root-Crops— Beets, Carrots, Parsnips, Salsify, Turnips and Rutabagas— are easy to 

 grow and may be stored away, in boxes or barrels with some sand, for use a 1 winter long. 

 A cellar full of vegetables certainly does help to keep down the grocery bills besides pro- 

 viding a healthful and mighty welcome variety in the daily menu. 



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