Margaret (Per.)— This superb variety was introduced by M. Crawford ten 
years ago, and has maintained its high position with lovers of fine berries to the 
present time. Like the Kittie Rice, it was produced by Mr. John F. Beaver, and 
they are two that any originator might be proud of. Both respond readily to 
extra care, and both need winter protection. The plant of the Margaret is large 
and healthy, with dark green foliage, and so vigorous in growth that it will bring 
its great crop of fruit to perfection and continue bright and luxuriant while 
producing an abundance of strong runners. The fruit is conical, sometimes oval, 
very large, dark red with a brilliant gloss, firm, and of the finest flavor. This is 
especially a berry for the amateur, and with his careful culture it surprises the 
most sanguine. 
The late Hon. E. C. Davis, of Massachusetts, whose death last year was an 
incalculable loss, not only to his friends but also to the cause of horticulture, 
gave the Margaret a chance to do its best, and it made a season of thirty-eight 
days, from June first to July eighth inclusive. 
Mr. Davis sent Mr. Crawford prints of forty berries, made by cutting them 
in two and laying the flat surface on white paper. The average length of the 
largest six was a little more than three inches, and the average width almost 
two and one-half. Only two of the forty fell below two inches in length. The 
Margaret begins to ripen soon after the early varieties, and makes a very long 
season. 
Marie (Imp.) — This is a seedling of the Crescent, and resembles the parent 
in making healthy plants of moderate size and great productiveness. The berries 
are large, round, red to the center, firm, and of medium quality. Classed as late, 
but not as late as some. 
Marshall (Per.) — From New England, and one of the finest berries ever 
sent out. The plant is very large and stocky, fairly productive, and so clean and 
healthy that it is a delight to grow it. The fruit stems rise above the leaves, 
rendering the blossoms liable to be injured by late frosts. The berry is very 
large, nearly round, very dark red and glossy, of most excellent qualit}^ and more 
than average firmness. It is a fancy berry, and never common or unattractive. 
With good culture and protection from frost, it is generally very satisfactory. 
Early, but not the earliest. 
Mead (Per.) — One of the most beautiful growers on our place. The plant 
is large and spreading, with broad leaves, very dark green and glossy. It makes 
a moderate number of runners which readily take root, and has medium sized 
staminate blossoms, well protected by the foliage. The berry is of large- size, 
globular, slightly pointed, glossy red and firm, with a mild flavor. It has a 
small green calyx and a firm surface, and altogether is a handsome and desirable 
sort. Season late, and medium in length. 
Miller (Per.) — This berry has established a reputation as one of the good, 
reliable, standard varieties. The plant is large and healthy, a great runner and 
a great bearer. The fruit is very large, roundish conical, uniform in size and 
shape, bright red on the surface and paler within, moderately firm and of excel- 
lent quality. Succeeds everywhere. Season early medium. 
Mrs. Miller (Imp.)— This was originated by Mr. D. J. Miller, who recom- 
mends it as a companion for the Miller which he also produced. Two years ago- 
we gave the Mrs. Miller as a premium, believing that it had great merit; one year 
ago we were confirmed in our high opinion of its value, and another year's experi- 
ence renders us still more certain that it is one of the best. It makes a fine^ 
healthy plant which brings its whole crop to maturity. The foliage is dark green 
and ample, protecting the blossoms and berries well. The fruit stalks are large 
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