^HARDY, PRODUCTIVE FRUITS, ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS ETC 
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GENERAL LIST OF BLACK CAPS. 
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^* For many purposes and by many persons the black raspberries, commonly termed "Black 
J^^^referred to the rcl. Kor shipping imrposes they carry much belter and carry lunger distances th 
'■"'^['hey arc generally preferred for canning and often for tabic use, while lor jams they are un- 
urpassed. We grow a limited number of varieties, chose which we consider the very best 
or general cnlturr. While many other j;ood kinds arc on the market our customers will 
nake no mistake by planting these, as otir list is the Cream of the lot. Unlsss otherwi. 
loted, 50c per doz. postpaid; $1 50 per 100, $10.00 per 1,000 by .express or freight. 
(Sec Cut.) A valuable acquisition among black rasp- 
berries. With its greatly superior sine, it combines the 
L'quallv valuable characteristics *jf great firmness, splendid quuHcy and wi)nderful 
productiveness. The plants arc entirely hardy, very vigorous antl healthful, ;ind 
5cem entirely unaftected by either anthracnose or yellow blight. In season of ripen- 
ug it follows Souhegan and precedes Gregg a short time, making a mid-season 
variety. Under e([ual conditions, Cumberland will yield 2,000 quarts per acre 
jmore than Gregg and 1,000 more than Ohio. The Cumberland has yiclderl a 
jgood crop when Cuthbert and Gregg were both frozen to the ground. In vigor 
jof growth the Cumberland stands at the head. It forms a st' ong upright bnsh, 
throwing up stiff, stocky shoots, well caieulcttec! to bear up their immense loads 
of fruit. Fresh fruit of'the Cumberland has sold for 8 to 5 cents per quart more 
than could bi- secured for Gregg, and (> to 7 cents per quart more than could be 
secured for Ohio ou account of its siiperior size. 75c per doz postpaid; $3.50. per 
100, $22.50 per 1.000 by express or freight. 
EURJBKA — Fruit large, firm and of the best quality. Berry free frtim bloom and very- 
attractive in the measure, making it a splendid seller. The canes maRe a strting, 
upright growth, with a bright, healthv color and arc very hardy It has been 
stated that an acre of Kureka would yield as much as an acre each of Palmer and 
Gregg combined. It is a medium early ripening varietv. 
OREOO — The leading late Black Cap and a popular market sort; canes of strong, 
vigorous growth and, under good culture, vcrj- productive; berries are large, 
covered with heavy bloom, firm, meaty and of fine flavor; it requires a good strong 
soil to proiiuce the' best results; it is by far the best late Black Cap and the 
largest of any. 
KANSA5 — Strong, vigorous grower, standing extremes of drought and cold, and 
bearing immense crops. Early, ripening just after Falmer. Berries size of Gregg, 
ot better color; Jet black, and almost free from bloom; firm, of best quality; 
presents a handsome appearance antl brings highest price in market. 
.MAnnOTH CLUSTER— ."V well known old variety, yet retained for its high quality 
;ind prorl iictivtrness; rich and juicy with much bloom; canes strong and vigorous; 
medium to late. 
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iety is perfectly hardy, withstanding our 
severe winters without the le.ist damage, 
as well as the extreme heat t>f Sotitliern 
States. It Is extremely early, making it 
invaluable to fruit growers and others 
who want a good fruit for the early 
market. The berries are of good size, 
linn texture and great keeping qualities. 
Its appearance is most handsome, being a 
deep glossy, jet black, nearly free from 
bloom. On the market in coini>etition 
with other standard varieties it com- 
mands a much higher price and is 
always most eagerly sought after by the 
best trade. I'ianters who want an early 
berry, a handsome berry, a good berry, 
a productive berry and a profitable one 
to grow should iiot fail to plant this 
peerless sort. Si.oo per doz postpaid; 
$3.00 per 100 by express or freight. GOLDEN HAYBERRY 
(See Cut.) This new variety resembles the (iregg, 
but is fully a quarter larger and of much better 
flavor. It ripens immediately after the Gregg and withstands heat 
and drought better than an^v sort we have ever grown. It is 
specially adapted for market purposes, and is the hardiest 
variety' wc have ever grown. $1.00 per doz. postpaid; $2.50 
per 100. 
N(*m?lh51 This variety originated in the Nemaha Valley, Nebraska, 
^ where it is largely grown. It is large, round, firm, 
juicy, and of better quality than Gregg, especially in the Northwest. 
It is perfectly hardy everywhere, very 
productive, of most excellent quality and 
always produces large, even-sized berries, 
which command the highest market price. 
PALHER'S— The first 
to ripen; fruit good 
size and quality; 
canes wonderfully 
productive, vigorous 
and harfly, ripens 
its crops in a short 
lime. 
MAYFIELD PRIZE. 
Munger. 
OHIO — A very strong growing, hardy sort, producing fruit of lurg^e 
size, which is much esteemed for drying. It is very pixxluctive and 
highly j)rized whei*ever grown. The berries average large, are very 
firm, of good quality and ship well. In many fruit sections this is 
the only black variety grown. f()r it is always certain to produce a 
good crop every year. Its season is medium, thus keeping up a good 
supply of fruit between the early and late varieties. 
Japan Golden Hayberry. 
shrub-like bush six to eight feet hl^h, producing all along its 
branches large, white blossoms, which are soon followed by large,, 
sweet, glossy, golden, semi-transparent berries.. The bushes" do not 
die down after bearing, like the canes of the raspberry and black- 
berry, but continue t<> bear fruit for many years, like the Currant 
and Gooseberry. 20c each, $2.00 per doz., postpaid. 
