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ONION 
Fr. OIGNON 
CULTURE — Onion Seed should be sown as early in the spring as possible to get the ground in shape even though the weather is 
cold. Thorough preparation of the soil is one of the most essential points in successful onion growing and should not be slighted no 
matter how large or how small the area. Fall plowing is desirable on most soils as it will eliminate more or less hand raking in the 
Spring which is necessary in the preparation of a proper seed bed. Onions delight in a rich, deep, sandy loam, but excellent yields can 
be obtained from heavier soils properly fertilized. Large quantities of well-rotted manure should be used when obtainable, also high 
grade commercial fertilizers containing a large percentage of potash. Sow the seed in drills twelve to fourteen inches apart and about 
one-fourth inch deep. After they are well started, or about three or four inches high. thir. out to stand two to four inches apart, keep- 
ing them well hoed and free from weeds at all times. Pickling onions should be thinned, but very slightly, and in every case onions should be pulled and left on the 
ground to dry whenever the stalks die down, otherwise they are likely to start a second growth if the weather be moist. I oz. to 1(>0 ft. of drill: (i lbs. per acre. 
EWING'S EXTRA SELECTED LARGE RED 
WETHERSFIELD 
A L«ading Variety in all Sections. Produces EnormouB Onions, Clean 
Solid and Heavy. A Sure Cropper and Long Keeper. 
Those who prefer an Onion with an abundance of flavor and who consider the 
extremely mild varieties insipid, will be well satisfied with Wethersfield. Indeed, 
for boiling purposes, such highly flavored sorts are preferable, though they are 
generally considered less suitable for slicing in salads. This is a general favorite 
everywhere, and is largely grown both for market and private use. It shapes up 
very quickly, insuring a good supply during the growing season, while its keeping 
quality is equal to the best. The exterior color is dark glossy red. and the flesh ts 
faintly tinged with the same color. It is especially popular in Quebec Province, 
where immense crops are grown for market. Large in size; form round, somewhat 
flattened. Lb. $2.75; }4, lb. 90c.i oz. 30c.; pkt. 10c. 
EWING'S EXTRA SELECT YELLOW GLOBE 
DANVERS 
This is one of^ the oldest American varieties, which takes its name from the 
town near which it was first grown, and has always been a general favorite. Its 
keeping quality is supremely good. With this exception it cannot be said to 
excel greatly in any one particular, but it is so constantly good in all respects 
that it is fully equal to any, and is esteemed by many as the one best all around 
Onion, so that the majority of those who grow only one sort choose Yellow Globe 
Danvers. Is almost round, but a trifle flattened at both ends. Early, great 
cropper, a splendid firm, hard-fleshed sort. Lb. $2.75; % lb. SOc; oz. 30c.; 
pkt. 10c. 
MAMMOTH SILVER KING 
One of^'the largest varieties in cultivation, often weighing aj^ pounds each. 
It maturesjearly and is of uniformly large size and fine shape, being flat but thick. 
The skin is clear, silver white; flesh snowy and tender, of mild, sweet flavor. To 
attain its greatest size should be sown early and transplanted. Its striking size 
and handsome appearance as well as mild flavor recommend it for exhibition 
and fancy market or table. Lb. $4.50; ^ lb. $1.35; oz. 45c.; pkt. 10c. 
OHIO YELLOW GLOBE ' 
To Ohio growers belongs the honor of producing, by many years of painstaking 
care, selection and cultivation, this finest strain of that extreme type of Globe now 
so deservedly popular in all large Onion markets. Its main points of excellence 
are; Distinct and attractive shape.' handsome, bright, even color: necks very small; 
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ripens early and all at once. The solid buibs are excellent winter keepers, and all 
that can be desired in size and quality; enormous yielders — -800 bushels per acre 
are frequently grown on rich Oaion land. This is a superb Onion for all classes of 
soil. Lb. $2.75; }4 lb. 90c.; oz. 30c.; pkt. 10c. 
SOUTHPORT RED GLOBE 
The handsomest and most richly colored of all red Onions. The Onions meas- 
ure two and a half to three inches in diameter, and are remarkably uniform in size- 
The extra-dark, rich coloring makes a most attractive appearance when prepared 
for market. The plants are thin-necked, ripening down to a hard, solid ball, insur- 
ing the largest percentage of market Onions and the best keeping qualities. Lb. 
$3.00; }i lb. $1.00; oz. 35c.; pkt. 10c. 
SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE 
Of beautiful silvery-white color, perfectly globe-shaped, uniform in size. Flesh 
firm, fine-grained and of pleasant flavor. Southport White Globe comes very 
beautiful and true to type. Of true globe type, solid and with very small neck. 
Lb. $3.50; ^ lb. $1.25; oz. 40c.; pkt. 10c. 
AILSA CRAIG 
Combines all the necessary qualities for the ideal Onion. The skin is pale 
yellow, flesh snow-white, handsome oval-shaped, delicious in flavor, in fact is 
equal in every respect to the popular Spanish Onions. While attaining an im- 
mense size, from one and one-half to two and one-half pounds at maturity, it is 
solid to the core, one of the most desirable points in large varieties. Unexcelled 
for exhibition purposes. ^ lb. $1.95; oz. 65c.; pkt. 10c. 
CRANSTON'S EXCELSIOR 
A handsome, extra large, globe-shaped onion, with small neck; of pale straw 
color and mild flavor, with good keeping qualities. A leading exhibition varietr 
lb. $2.00; oz. 6Sc. pkt. 10c. 
DENIA 
This is the parent type of the Prizetaker variety, than which, however, it is 
considered superior. It runs more uniform in size and is a more characteristic 
globe. The bulb is more compact, and its rings or layers of growth arc thinner. 
It ripens down somewhat earlier than Prizetaker and grows to a larger size 
>^ lb., $1.50.; oz. SOc; pkt. lOc. 
