NORTHERN GROWN SEEDS AND PLANTS. 
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Colorado Preservingr Melon.— Distinct from the standard Citron lor 
irescrves; grows to a vcrv larj;c size, often 30 to 4-0 ll)s.; Ilcsll very (inn 
nd solid, with a small proportion of seeds. Pkt. 5c., oz. lOc, Vi lb. oOc, 
b. $1.00. 
Cuban ttueen.— Bcautiftillv marked, light and dark green ; solid, crisp, 
iright red flesh; a good shipper; grows to an immense size. Pkt. oc., 
iOC: V; lb. 25c., lb. 70c. 
Hungarian Honey.— Round, skin is of .a dark green color, the flesh is 
brilliant red, absolutely stringless, and of the most delicious flavor; 
ipens A'cry earlv, vines vigorous and-productive. -One of the most pojiu- 
ir Melons we know of for private gardeners. Pkt. 5e., oz. lOc, ^4 lb. 
pSc, lb. $1.00. 
Seminole Water Melon.- Oblong in shape, 
niooth and beautifully proportioned ; it is of two 
olors — gray and light green, the gray greatly pre- 
iominating. Melons of both colors are formed on 
he same vine, and are precisely the same in every 
-espcct except color. It is a perfect Melon and a de- 
ided addition to the list, being very early, large, 
normotisly productive and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 
ic, oz. 10c., 14 lb. 
!3c., lb. 90c. 
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OKRA. 
Culture. — The seeds are sown thinly in dry, 
warm soil, in shallow drills two feet apart. Thin 
out to eighteen inches; hoe frequently drawing a 
little earth to the stems as they continue togrow. 
Gather the pods when 
quite green, an inch to a 
half inch long, and use in 
soups and serve as aspar- 
agus. 
Tall Green.— 
Long, slender 
pods, light col- 
ored ; keep edi- 
ble a long time, 
and are very 
Green and Gold Water Melon.— A valuable novelty that is distinct 
from anv other Melon in cultivation. The rind is the thinnest of all 
Melons, being onlv about one-half inch thick; the color of skin is a deep 
green, while the flesh is a beautiful golden orange color. Very sweet and 
iuicy, and of the finest flavor. The Melons weigh from twenty-five to 
forty pounds, and are always solid. Its rich golden color makes a siilen- 
did showin;cr when placed on the table alongside the other varieties. The 
^'incs are vigorous growing and very productive. Pkt. 5c., oz. lOc, *4 
lb. 25c., lb. 90c. 
Christmas. — Last season we simply catalogued this excellent variety 
as a melon that had been highly recommended to us, and was worthy pt 
a trial. The past season has proven it to be far betterthan we expected. 
Not only is it a fine appearing melon, and one of splendid flavor, but it is 
also a wonderful keeper. Its shipping qualities arc far ahead of most 
melons. Although the rind is thin, it is exceedinglv tough, and will stand 
a great deal of handling. Pkt. lOc, oz. 15c., 14 lb. 30c., lb. $1.00. 
Kolb's Gem.— One of the most reliable and largest of melons. On ac- 
count of its enormous size, its extreme hardiness in shipping, and its^finc 
eating qualities, it has come to be the leading melon of the day. h^lcsh 
bright crimson, solid, sweet and luscious, and increasing in popularity 
every year. Pkt. Sc., oz. lOc, <4 lb. 25c., lb. 70c. 
Ligrht loingr. — A very excellent melon for general pun'oses; fine 
quality, equaling that of the White Seed Ice Cream ; very desirable for 
home use. Pkt. 5c., oz. lOc, J4 lb. 25c., lb. 75c. 
Gray Monarch.- This is one of the largest melons that has ever been 
introduced, one melon often weighing seventy or eighty^ pounds, and 
have been known to weigh over one hundred. The skin is of a mottled 
gray color, while the flesh is a dark crimson, and a most delicious flavor. 
Also a fine melon to be grown for shipping purposes. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c. , 
'4 lb. 30c., lb. 90c. 
Florida Favorite. — The illustration shows the shape of this most ex- 
cellent variety; ripens about ten days earlier than the Kolb Gem ; rind is 
of a dark color striped with light green; flesh crimson and of the finest 
quality ; a varietv that has become exceedingly popular for table use. 
Pkt. 5c., 02. 10c.,' Vi 'b. 30c., lb. 90c. 
NASTURTIUM. 
Cultivated for both use and ornament. The seed pods resemble Ca- 
pers, and arc gathered while green and tender for pickling. Sow early 
in the spring in drills about one inch deep, in light, rich soil, when all dan- 
ger of frost IS over. Train the tall over trellises or brush and the dwarf 
ui beds. 
Tall Orangre. — The most profitable pickling varietv. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 
14 lb. 40c., lb. $1.25. 
Dwarf. — Beautiful colors, mixed. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 'b. 40c., lb. 
$1.25. 
WE ABE EXTENSIVE GROWEBS of all kinds of Seeds, 
and our prices are as low as first-class seed can be sold. 
Jeeds, K 
tender. Pkt. Sc., oz. lOc, 14 lb. 25c., lb. 75c. 
Dwarf Green. — A very desirable sort, as it is verj- productive and free 
from hard ridges. Pkt. 5c., oz. lOc, V4, lb. 25c., lb. 75c. 
Velvet Pod. — It is distinct in appearance, and the pods are perfectly 
round, smooth, and of an attractive white velvet appearance, and of 
superior flavor and tenderness The pods are of large size, and produced 
in great abundance. Per pkt. 5c., oz., lOc, 14 lb. 25c., per lb. 7r)c. 
ONIONS. 
Culture. — Sow in rich, sandy soil, in drills one foot apart, as soon as 
the ground can be worked in spring. Thin to three or four inches, keep 
using the rake, and hoe frequently to down the weeds. 
ITALIAN VARIETIES. 
We are large importers'of the Italian Onion Seed. They are very popu- 
lar, owing to their rapid growth, large size and mild flavor, and cau 
be grown in any section of the country with perfect success. 
El Paso.— Large size, fine white skin and excellent quality. Pkt. lOc. 
oz. 20c., 14 lb. 60c., lb. $2.00. 
Mammoth Silver King. — Thisvaricty has been extensively cultivated 
In the West and Northwest for the past five years, and has given per- 
fect satisfaction. The skin is a silvery white and the flesh pure white: 
very thick through, and of a particularly mild and pleasant flavor. It 
cannot be too highly recommended for family or market use. Single 
bulbs of this varietv have becu grown to weigh four pounds. Pkt. lOc, 
oz. 25c., 14 lb. 75c., lb. $2.50. 
Barletta Onion.— This is a small, pure white variety, and very 
earlv. The onions have a very delicate silver skin ; flesh firm and very 
mild. Its extreme earliness makes it one of the most valuable sorts yet 
introduced. For pickling purposes it has no equal. Pkt. 5c., oz. 25c., V4 
lb. 7Sc., lb. $2.50. 
White Tripoli. — One of the most popular sorts. Of mild flavor and 
rapid growth. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15e., 14 lb. 45c., lb. $1.40. 
Giant Rocco. — A magnificent variety, and the largest grown. Pkt. 
Sc., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.40. 
Paris Pickling. — A good pickling variety, of fine form and flavor, ten- 
der and very productive. One of the best yet introduced. Pkt. Sc., oz. 
20c., Vi lb. 50c., lb. $1.75. 
The White Glueen. — This varietv is particularly valuable on account 
of its rapid growth. Matures earliest of all the onions; is of fine flavor, 
and an excellent sort for pickling or table use. Pkt. 5e., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 
60e., lb. $2.25. 
Red Ti'ipoli. — Succeeds well in any section: mild flavor; good keep- 
ing qualities, and is universallv liked. Round-flat in shape. Pkt. 5c . oz 
15c., Vi lb. +5c., lb. $1.40. 
