MAY'S NORTHERN GROWN FRUITS, BEST FOR ALL CLIMES. 
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Our Fruit 
Department* 
At onr nurseries at 
Mayfield }?^rm we grow 
and have thoroughly 
tested all varieties which 
we have list-ed herewith 
and offer them in all con- 
fidence to our customers 
knowing that they <;annot 
fail to produce the best 
results if given proper 
care and attention. All 
varieties of fruit will not 
thrive in our latitude, 
peaches and pears being 
a notable exception. But 
we are confident that all 
varieties that do stand 
our rigorous winters 
wittiout injury will thrive 
equally wellin every i)art 
of our country. Our soil 
and cUniateare especially 
adapted to growin^hardy 
fruits, giving thera that 
toughness of fibre and 
vitality of root to with- 
sta nd wi th equal vigor t he 
blazing siin of the south, 
the dry scorcliing winds 
of the "prairie and the 
severe freezing of the 
North. The varieties we 
ofTer have proven hardv 
and prolific with us and are recommended with all confidence to our 
customers. 
All trees, vines and bushes offertnl herein are one year old plants, 
well rooted, cut back to a suitable size for mailing, and sent postage 
prepaid by us at price qiibted unless otherwise not<^tl. When sent 
by freight or express customers pay cliarges. All goods are guaranteed 
to reach destination in goo<i condition. If the^ do not, or mistakes are 
made and we are notified promptly on arrival, we will rt^ctif;^ 
errors made by us After delivery at destination in good conmtion 
our resjjonsibility ceases. We would specially recommend the different 
collections which we offer, as they contain exceptional values. 
Zero Collection of Choice Apples. 
of clean vigorous growth and fine form, producing choice fruit ripening 
from early summer till late winter. 
These 6 hardy ironclad trees for $1.25 postpaid. 
r>lirh^cc ftf Olrl^nHllfO* After many years trial in the 
l^UCnCb^ Ul WlUC^nUUrg. Northwest this is acknowledged 
to be the best late summer or early autumn apple ever introduced. It is 
of medium to large size, round, streaked red and yellow ; tender, juicy 
and pleasant. Bears shipi)ing well and is unsurpassed for kit<;hen use. 
The tree is very vigorous, a fine grower and a young andabundant bearer. 
Of Russian origin and perfectly hardy. 25c each. 
fiiHpnn originated near Lake Mlnnetonka, this st-ate, about 15 years 
• ago and after many 5;ears trial is considered one of the very 
best winter sorts. The tree is a vigorous upright grower, whi<-h comes 
into bearing quite early and is a sure and constant protlueer. The fruit is 
medium to large, round, yellow, with a red bhish on the sunny side; fine 
juicy, sub-acid flavor, keeps till well towards spring. 25c eech. 
Pe^rlp^^ Originate<l in Rice county, Minnesota, by J. G. Miller; a 
^^^^ seedling of either Duchess or Wealthy. Aft«'r many years 
trial it has proven perfectly hardy and is a most valuable addition to our 
hardy ironclad apples. The fruit is large, roiuid, well color«l and first class 
for either cooking or eating. The tree is a good grower with a heavy, dark 
Wn foliage and comes into bearing early. 30c each. 
f\t-f t^t'Mf^l* new and beautiful variety which originated near 
lV*Td« Wolf River, Wisconsin. The tree is a strong grower, 
perfectly hardy and an early and abundant l)earer. The fruit is of the 
largest size, greenish yellow, heavily shaded with crimson. Flesh white, 
tender, juicy, with a pleasant, mild, sub-acid flavor. Keeps till February. 
2SC each. 
Pp'f'Pt* -Another Minnesota variety which originated with Peter 
X^Ct'Wl • Gideon, the pioneer in apple culture in thi& state. The tree is 
sstout, erect, symmetrical, healthy, vigorous grower and very productive. 
The fruit is large, red, sub-acid and a vei*y long keeper. A choice late 
winter variety. 30c each. 
V*»llri\x/^ nrmncr»«il*f»nf A hardy, extra early Russian var- 
ICllUW 1 1 ail^parCIlL. iety of undoubted merit. The tree 
is a vigorous, straight, symmetrical grower, which comes into bearing 
early and is very pr<Hiuctive. The fruit is of me<lium size, round, pale 
yellow, when fully matured one of the most beautiful fruits we have ever 
Been. The flesh is tender, juicy, sub-acid and much esteemed as a dessert 
variety. 25c each. 
QEINBRAU UIST, 
20c each, $2.0O per dozen, unless otherwise noted. 
AlKrilcf Minnesota origin. Wonderfully hardy. Fruit of 
r>U^USI.. inedivun size, liftht j-ellow, heavily streaked with bright 
red, ripens middle of August. Quality un.'iurpa.ssed. 
PlnrpnTf* Minnesota origin. Very hardy. Early and an un- 
I iVFibii^b. usually heavy bearer. A spreading grower and highly 
ornamental. Ripens a little later than August ; color aljout the same. 
H i hf»f n ft I Russian. Ijarge, showy fruit, Btrii)ed red and hand- 
A iiL^^i somely colored, sub-acid, good for cooking and eating. 
December. 
I mi A seedling of the Duchesi An upright grower and a mcst pro- 
fnae bearer, color greenish yellow, stnped with red. Quality 
Tery fine, ripei^ early, one of the best. 
I Oncfielrf Bu^^sian. Fruit meditim to large, yellowish green witU 
■-tvii^iiv^iu. red stripes, and a decided blush on the sunny side. 
Rich, sub-acid flavor. December to March. 
JVl r" n n h nn ' c W/hit«» Wisconsin origin. Fruit large, nearly 
IT&W IdllUIl S Y¥ II1I.C. ^vhite. Very productive. Decemlwr. 
M W/ Cirf^e^ninrr Wisconsin origin. Pale green, sometimes 
l-^. vll CCIilll}^. sUghtly tinted red. Sub-acid and of excel- 
lent quality. March and April. 
^/^-^-^K^i* A chance seedling from crab seed. Fruit very large. 
• color re<l, fine for cooking or eating, with a clear aSo 
flavor. Late fall variety. 
Cf'fl'f'l' ' e Win'f'fl* Vermont Seedlingf, Medium size, bright 
^ TT iiit-ti . red, crisp, spicy and a brisk acidity. Along 
keeper. 
Weillthv Originated at Lake Minnetonka. One of the best tree. 
' ' '-••J' • for general planting we know of. As hardy as an oak, 
withstanding all conditions of climate, soil, etc., with great vigor. The 
tree is a fine upright grower which comes into bearing early and produces 
immense crops of fruit. Fruit large, dark crimson, flesh crisp, sub-acid, 
whit* tinged red, of unsurpassed qtiality. December. 
A nfnrifivrkk-a Of Rti-ssian origin. Tree perfectly hardy, a true 
/A1II.U11\^VUIV<U ironclad. Fruit large, slightly oblong; when fuUy 
ripe of a light golden color. In season February and March . 
ffaftf^tl^a fl i n fr A seedling of the Duchess, originating 
I-dLLCIl » VJrCClIIIIJ^. in northern Iowa. Tree very hardy 
and productive. Fruit full medium, olive green with somedull red stripes 
and splashes. Flavor pleasant, sprightly, sub-acid. A superior cookuig 
fruit. December to February. 
CIPAR APPI Valuable on account of their immense crops 
wrv.rnj t\r r of acid fruit which is very fine for jelly, pre- 
serves, etc. Perfectly hardy everywhere. 20c each, S2.O0 per dozen. 
Qcn. Grant. Snt acid, making the 
H\7clnr» Large deep crimson, one of the most beautiful. October to 
nyoiKjyf. January. 
rifirfha Beautiful glossy yellow, shaded bright red. Mild, clear 
1 IctrLIIct. tart flavor. 0(!tober. 
XfJin Cff nrlf»nf Immen.sely productive, bright red, oneof the 
I I<I.IIC>«.^CPIIUCIII.. bfst and most popular. October. 
\Vhif n*>v K-'^tra largo, glossy green, splashed with carmine, firm, 
TT iiiLii^^. juicy and plea-sant. Augu.st. 
l-lAvu'r'e Vifcrinin Fruit rather small, round, dull red and 
1 I^WCS T II J^lIIId. dotted with white; acid and somewhat as- 
tringent. Highly esteem«l for cider. October. 
OllJlWf f RfJlllfl/ ^ hardy, strong growing sort, which liears 
V "tirvtl uctiu t.y . ].jrge crops of fine fruit, considered by large 
E3wers one of the best. December to May . 
o f(rf^ Df^ii h«>fi SI n Almut an inch in diameter, grown In 
cirjJC K.CU *3I UCridll. clusters. Color yellow, with bright 
scarlet cheek, bears when young and abundantly afterw-ards. August and 
Septemljer. 
I ftrvf^ Vfllnvi/ mhp-flnn Similar to the Red Siberian ex- 
*-4rge r eilOW aiDenan. cept in color, which is a pure 
bright orange yellow. A very prolific bearer. 
Vjiri Vl/vr'W' ^\x/*»*»'l- iFruit very large; skin yellowish wlUte, 
Yrtii YV^CIV OWCCU colored light red, and covered with 
bloom; flesh yellowish white ; very sweet and tender ; small core. October 
and Noveml>er. 
IRONCLAD APPLE ORCHARD. 
For large planters and others who wisli a constant supply of fruit 
from early summer till late winter, the following collection will be 
foimd especially valuable. At prices quoted we ship by express or 
freight at customer's expense. 
10 Duchess of Oldenburg. 5 Oideon. 
5 Yellow Transparent. 10 August. 
15 Longfield. 10 October. 
25 Wealthy. 6 N. W. Greening. 
10 Peter. 5 McMahon's White. 
lOO trees for SfS.OO; one- 
lections for $28.00. 
half collection for S8.00; 2 col- 
