GREAT CROPS OF STRAWBERRIES AND HOW TO GROW THEM 
Copyright 1913 by R. M. Kellogg Co.. Three Rivers, Mich. 
vlffor, unusual size of the individual berry, immense yields of 
fruit, having fine flavor and of symmetrical form. Its im- 
mense root system gives to it great stamina and powers of en- 
durance, in consequence of which it is recognized everywhere 
as one of the greatest of the drouth resiaters. One grower of 
Fendall has reported a yield of 16.800 quarts to the acre. 
Grown at Three Rivers and Twin Falls. 
Candy, B. (Male) 
LATE. Bisexual. Gandy was one of the varieties which was 
adopted by R. M. Kellogg at the beginning of his great work 
and was offered by him to the trade in his first list. That we 
are still growing this splendid variety from scions of the 
original stock is certainly a tribute to its high value. And 
when we say that Gandy grows steadily in popularity we have 
said about the best thing that could be said of a variety of 
strawberry plants. Gandy has many special qualities— it is 
one of the latest of all berries; it gives its largest yields in 
heavy clay soil; it is one of the best shippers ever originated— 
three points of excellence which have made it a universal 
favorite. Grown only at Three Rivers. 
Oregon Improved. B. (Male) 
LATE. Bisexual. In size, form and color very much like the 
Marshall, possessing all of the great features that have made 
Marshall one of the most popular varieties on the Pacific Coast. 
Many growers report the Oregon Improved (sometimes called 
New Oregon) as being superior even to the Marshall. We 
have a fine crop of this variety and cannot recommend it too 
highly. Grown only at our Canby farm. 
Pearl. B. (Male) 
VERY LATE. Bisexual. Originated in Indiana this new 
bisexual promises to become a universal favorite. On the 
farm of its originatoi- it yields large, fine fruit from ten to 
fifteen days after Gandy has ceased bearing. This places 
Pearl among the very latest of the bisexual varieties. Another 
of its fine characteristics is that the yield and quality hold up 
exceptionally well to the last picking. The berries ripen 
evenly over the entire surface; it has a very rich, mild sweet 
flavor, and the berries are very even in size. In form this va- 
riety is round. There are very few small berries. Pearl is an 
exceedingly vigorous grower with heavy root system and 
foliage entirely free from rust. It will withstand drouth as 
well as does Senator Dunlap. Growers who desire something 
especially fine and extremely late should give this variety a 
trial this season. Grown only at Three Rivers. 
Cardinal. P. (Female) 
LATE. Pistillate. This variety takes its name from its ex- 
traordinarily rich cardinal shade of color. In season it ranks 
among the latest of the pistillate varieties, and as its fruit 
begins to ripen about mid-season, the length of its fruiting 
period is very great. Cardinal is famous for withstanding 
heavy frosts at blooming time and for its large yields of high- 
class fruit. This is the eighth year we have had Cardinal on 
our farms. Grown only at Three Rivers. 
Commonwealth, B. (Male) 
VERY LATE. Bisexual. Commonwealth is of Massachusetts 
origin, and because of its extreme lateness, no less than for 
its very delicious fruit, it now enjoys a popularity quite equal 
to many of the old-time favorites. The berry is dark, rich 
red. coxcomb in form, and the surface of the fruit is smooth. 
The meat is rich and juicy. Having an unusually long fruiting 
season, this variety grows very large crops of distinctly fancy 
fruit. Those whose markets call for late berries should set 
liberally of Commonwealth. It is a sti-ong poUenizer and its 
blooming period is of greatvalue where late pistillates are 
grown. Grown only at Three Rivers. 
Enhance, B. (Male) 
MEDIUM TO LATE. Bisexual. A variety very popular 
over a large section of the United States. Fruit is large and 
firm and of excellent quality. Foliage large and fine, and 
seldom is aff'ected by rust or blight. Strong pollenizer. Often 
fruits in the fall. Grown only at Three Rivera. 
Success Under Trying Circumstances 
IN view of the very unfavorable weather con- 
ditions that existed practically through- 
out the entire plant- snipping season in the 
spring of 1913, it has been most gratifying to us 
to receive so many splendid reports concerning 
the plants received by our customers. From 
practically every state in the Union, and repre- 
senting shipments made at all periods of the 
shipping season, have come hundreds of reports, 
a few of which we give below. The weather 
prophets in both Europe and America predicted 
that the year 1913 would be marked by storm 
and flood and earthquakes of remarkable magni- 
tude and extending over a long period. 
HERITAGE, MALE OR BISEXUAL- EARLY 
UERITAGE is one of the largest and finest berries gl-own, 
and beinff a heavy yielder as well, steadily ia winning 
its way to a permanent place in the confidence of strawberry 
growers representing practically every section of the United 
States. In shape the berry is conical and long, having an ob- 
tuse point. In color it is a dark, lustrous shade of crimson, and 
is studded with brilliant, golden seeds, all of which tend to 
make it one of the handsomest berries ever shown on the mar- 
ket. This is the fourth year we have offered Heritage. Grown 
at Three Rivers only. 
These prophets did not exaggerate in their pre- 
dictions the actual results suffered in the direc- 
tion of storm and flood. Never before in the 
history of our country has there been such wide- 
spread devastation caused by the elements. En- 
tire cities were engulfed, and a territory larger 
than many European countries was swept by 
such floods as never before were experienced. 
Added to the floods were other excesses of weath- 
er—in some sections drouth and extremely cold, or 
extremely hot weather in others, rendered it very 
difficult to meet these superimposed conditions ; 
but, notwithstanding the fact that the business 
done by us was of unusually large volume, suc- 
cessful deliveries were made to all sections. All 
shipments referred to here were made from our 
Three Rivers farm. We quote herewith from 
letters received relative to this matter : 
Arizona 
Phoenix, April 19, 1913. " I have received the strawberry 
plants in first-class condition." D. Vondracek. 
Arkansas 
Stuttgai-t, April 10, 1913. "Received my plants yesterday. 
They are in good condition." Mrs. W. N. Beeblb. 
California 
Bishop, April 15, 1913. "I received plants yesterday in very 
good condition. I noticed that each variety over-ran the order 
several plants, for which I wish to thank you. All of the plants 
were exceptionally nice, but the Kellogg's Prize are sure won- 
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