Sunset Seed and Plant Co., San l^rancisco, Cal. 
T PTTTTPP *" Lettuce seeds can be had in 5-cent pkts. (if ordered by mail, add 8 cents per 
1-1- 1 1 KJKjl^t lb. fur posiagej. 
Asparagus Lettuce. 
ASPARAGUS. A distinct vari- 
ety, of European origin, pre- 
senting a novel appearance 
in growth; it is of the Cos 
type; and tho midrib, when 
prepared and served in the 
same manner as Appnragns, 
malces a delicious: dii>h. Oz., 
26 cents; lb., $2.00. 
ALASKA. Of medium size, with 
solid lieart; the outer leaves 
fluted and curled, and shad- 
ing from green to golden yel- 
low, giving it a very attractive 
appearance; of delicious fla- 
vor, tender and crispj does 
not run to seed as rapidly as 
other varieties, but remains 
fit for t"ble a long time. 
Oz., 20 cents; lb., $1.50. 
BIG BOSTON. A most desirable 
variety for forcing in cold- 
frames or for outdoor planting. Oz., IB 
cents; lb., $1.50. 
BOSTON MARKET. Hardy and crisp; the 
earliest heading variety, and one of 
the best for forcing. Oz., 16 cents; lb., 
$1.00. 
CURLED SIMPSON, BLACK SEED. Superior 
variety; twice the size of the white-seeded 
variety. Oz., 1 5 cents; lb., $1 .00. 
CURLED SIMPSON, WHITE SEED. Beauti- 
fully curled; tender, crisp. Oz., 16 cents; 
lb., $1.00. 
DEACON. Makes solid heads of excellent 
flavor, and remains in condition for use 
a long time; the heart is of the most beau- 
tiful Cream-yellow, and delicious, rich, and buttery flavor. Oz., 20 cents; lb., $1.50, 
DENVER MARKET. An early variety, suitable either for forcing or open ground, forming large, 
solid heads, of a light green color; leaves beautifully curled and crimped; very tender, crisp, 
and of excellent flavor. Oz., 16 cents; lb., $1.00. 
GRAND RAPIDS FORCING. An excellent shipping variety : matures quickly; is of large size and 
handsome appearance, crisp and tender, and will keep from wilting after cutting longer than 
any other sort. Oz., 16 cents; lb., $1.00. 
IMPROVED HANSON. Heads very large, green outside and nearly white within ; deliciously sweet, 
orisp, and tender. Oz., 15 cents; lb., $1.00. 
PARIS WHITE COS, or ROMAINE. Forms long, upright heads of narrow leaves, which are crisp 
and refreshing; a favorite with the French people. Oz., 15 cents; lb., $1.00. 
PRIZE HEAD. An early variety, forming a dense cluster of beauti'ul y bronzed leaves, remaining 
tender, crisp, and sweet for a very long time. Oz., 15 cents; lb., $1 .00. 
SALAMANDER. Stands more heat, without running to seed, than any other sort. Oz.,16cents; 
lb., 90 cents. 
SUNSET CABBAGE. A distinct variety; highly recommended for shipping, being an excellent 
keeper after being cut; is tender, crisp, and sweet when many sorts nave become tough and 
bitter. Oz , 15 cents; lb., $1.00. 
TENNIS BALL, BLACK SEED. Handsome heads; crisp and tender. Oz., 20 cents; lb., $1.26. 
TENNIS BALL, or BOSTON, WHITE SEED. Small-sized, early sort. Oz., 15 cents; lb., $1.00. 
TRIANON SELF-FOLDING. A distinct variety of the Cos type; said to be self-blanching; very crisp 
and tender, and of excellent flavor; when tied up the heart bleaches to snowy white, and 
becomes brittle and delicious as celery. Oz., 16 cents; lb., $1.00. 
