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L. L. MAY & CO., ST. PAUL, MINN. 
CORN— SWEET HEDIUH EARLY— Continued. 
NTS PliTJS TTLTBA OB SHOE PBO — A distinct variety of that originated in New Jersey, It te txten. 
Jiively (frown in tlie Bast, where in many places it commands a higher price in the market than anyother sort 
It is certninlT espcciallv desirable for tamily use, bearing frequently three to four ears on a stalk, which an 
alwavs dclici'onsly sweet and luscious, while for drying or canning purposes it IS incomparably bette 
than any variety we know of. For medium late use it is certainly one of the most valuable sugar co™ 
ever introduced. Pkt. 5c, pf. 20c, qt. 35o. 
OLD COLONY— In many of the Eastern states this is considered the most desirable sort that can Ik 
grown It originated in Massachusetts over fifty years ago, and, unlike most new sorts, it has remaJr.c; ii 
favor ever since its introduction. The cars are large and the kernels »re sweet and tender. Stalks aboi;tsij 
feet in height, generally bearing two large 16 to 20 rowed ears. We cannot recommend it too highly f , if 
gardeners that grow for the market, as its handsome appearance invariably makes it command a good pn 
Pkt. 6c, pt. 20c. qt. 30c. 
POTTER'S EXCELSIOR — Good size, very sweet, tender and sugary. Pkt. 5o, pt. 20o, qt. 350. 
HICKOX— .\ standard second early variety, largely grown in many sections lor canning purposes. Thi 
ears are 12 rowed and the kerucls of good size and fine quality. Pkt. 5c, pt. 20c, qt. Boc. 
SHAKERS EARLY— One of the most popular sorts for marketing. The ears are of large size, and r utn 
but a few days later than the Early Minnesota. The stalks generally bear two large cars that are well til 
to the tops of the cob, and the kernels are large, deep, white and very sweet and tender. Pkt. oo, pt. -iOc, 
qt. Soc. 
EARLY ADAMS— An excellent eai lv field variety, and often used for table, particularly in the South, 
Ears about eight inches long, 1 2 or 14 rowed ; kernels white, rounded, somewhat deeper than broad, am. in. 
dented ot the outer end, which is whiter and less transparent than the inner. Pkt. oc, pt. 15c, qt. 2ot. 
bushel $2.00. 
AMBER CREAM— A strong, vigorous grower and a splendid medium early variety ; stalks six to seven 
feet high; ears iarge, white and very sweet; productive and an excellent table variety. Pkt. 5c, pt. 20c - 
85o. 
MOORE'S EARLY CONCORD— Popular for second early use. The large, handsome ears are bra 
very low on the stalk, and the quality of the large kernels is unsurpassed. Pkt. 6c, pt 20c, qt. 30c. 
EARLY EVERaREEN and KENDAL'S EARLY GIANT SHEFFIELD. For descripti«i, set 
list of novelties and specialties. 
CORN, SWEET, LATE VARIETIES. 
LATE MAMMOTH— Extra large ears, usually 14 to IS rowed. The cob is white and well filW 
with deep kernels of good quality. It is very productive, and for late use one of the very best sort*. Pkt, 
5c, pt. 20c, qt. SOc. 
E&YPTIAN— Orown extensively for late use, and undoubtedly one ol the handsomest corns In thi 
entire list The ears are of large size, uniform and invariably filled out at the tip end. The cob and g'an 
is white. It is enormously productive and desirable for private use, marketing or growing for canning par 
poses. Pkt. 5c, pt. 80c, qt, 35c. 
COUNTRY 0ENTLEMAN— Here we have a 
comparatively new variety that for yield is one of the 
best ever offered, as the crop can be counted to give 
from three to five ears to the stalk. With this 
wonderful yield, combined with splendid quality, its 
superiority over many older varieties will be at once 
seen by every grower. It ripens about medium early, 
.-ind the kernels are plump, of a milky white and very 
tender. Pkt. 5c, pt. SOc, qt. 86c. 
STOWELL'S EVERGREEN— (Selected.) In this 
we have the leading variety for general use, and a 
com that has stood the test of years in all sections 
of America. It Is very tender, sugary, and remains 
a lone time in condition suitable for cooking. The ears arc large, and always 
well filled. No gardener can go astray m planting our selected strain of Stowell s 
Evergreen for main crop. The yield is invariably heavy, and reports of from to 
200 bushels to the acre are common occurrences with this corn. Pkt. 5o, pt. aoo, qt. dtic. 
POP CORN — For the Children. 
MAPLEDALE— This is, without doubt, the most prolific pop corn that has ever 
been introduced. The average ear measures over six inches, and the grains are almost 
a pure white in color. It pops a clear white, and of the finest quahty. The origin- 
ator of this variety has counted as many as nineteen ears to a stalk, and it cer- 
tainly is at the head of the list of pop corns. Pkt. lOc, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. 
NEW STRIPED — Very distinct and showy, each ear havm 
kernels of various shades and colors, red, purple and white. Qua 
ity the best and wond erfully tender. Pkt. lOo, pt. 25c, qt. 48o. 
GOLDEN aTTEBN— Ears of large size, and the kernels po 
to over an -inch in diameter. Pkt. lOo, pt. 26c, qt. 40o. 
FOR 35 CENTS we will send one packet each of the aimv 
five varieties of Pop Com. 
WHITE PEARL— Smooth small gr.-iin, ears four or five inches 
long, sevin-cightlis t.i one and one eightli inches in diameter. Good 
for family u-se or market. Fkt.6c,pt. 26c, qt. 40o. 
BIOB— A vcrv productive variety, ears short, kernels long and 
pointed. A splciidid popping sort, and the most saleable among 
the retail dealers. Pkt. 6c, pt. 20o, qt. 35c. 
The Two Best Kinds of Broom Corn. 
EVERGREEN— This variety is more generallv grown than any other sort on account of the color and quality of brush. The brush i 
of good length, always green, when ripe it does not" get red and has no centre stalk, which is most desirable to broom corn growers and manniju 
turers. We ofter carefully selected stock of this variety, and know that it is certain to give satisfaf tiou. Lb. 25c, postpaid; by rreii,n 
or express, pk. 60c, bu. $2.25. , ^ j, 
JAPANESE— nvfartheauickcst growing varietv that was ever introduced, and tests prove that it will mature in 75day3whenplantcrtif 
One grower states that it was planted the middle of July, and ready to cut by the first of October. Largelygrown in the Southwestern statr^ 
Lb. 25c, postpaid; by express or freight, pk. 76c, bu. $2.50. 
JEBXTSALEM COBN— A Wonder from Palestine — A mar\-elous variety iotrodced into this country from the and plains of Palestine ly : 
missionarv who gave two grains to a farmer in the Southwest several years ago. These two made five heads the hrst y^^ 
season following he got five bushel, from which he planted eight acres, and gathered a crop of over 200 bushels. It is pronounced one 0 
the very beat and most certain grain crops for dry sections, and in the Southwest claimed to be superior to the famous Kaffir oor" 
which is having such immense sales at the present time. It attains a height of three tect, and makes a large head of one .MMn si.UM 
and several smaller heads on tlie side. In good seasons often as high as 8 or 9 heads will be seen on one stalk. The grains are pare white an 
almost flat. Sow three or four pounds to the acre. Per lb. 25c, 3 lbs. 70o, postpaid. 
CHICORY. 
German— Sigoneu. 
French — Chicoree. 
Hxtensively used to adulterate cofiee, and as a substitute for it. 
The culture is the same as for carrots. Dig at about the same time 
as carrots, wash, slice, and dry by artificial heat. The blanched 
leaves are used bv some for salad, 
LABQE ROOTED, OB COFFEE— The best kind. Pkt., 6c; 
OS . 10c; V* lb., 26c. 
CHERVIL. 
German— ffotbel. 
Swedish— Kyrfvel. 
French — Cherfetjfl. 
Spanish— Perifollo. 
Culture— Sow in early spring in rich, well prepared sofl. and, 
when plants are well established, transplant to about 1 foot apart. 
CTTELED— Greatly superior to the old plain varisty. be-m 
carher, more handsome, and having fully as fine perftime and flavor 
Pkt 6o: oz. lOo; Hlb, 85o; lb. $1.26. 
