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KOVAL CHURCH. This promising new raspberry originated in Ohio, and the claims for this valuable 
berry seem borne out by the testimonials of our leading horticulturists as to its merits ; the introducer describes 
it as follows: “Berry large, dark crimson, hardy, firm and of good quality. Flavor exceedingly delicious, 
aromatic and sprightly, and outsells other varieties in the market. It is excellent for canning or jellies, jams, etc. 
The canes are large, making a fine bush ; the thorns are few and small, the berries do not crumble in picking, 
and have very few seeds ; and the canes are perfectly hardy wherever it has been tested. 
This variety of raspberry has also been tested by most of the Experiment Stations, and reported on very 
favorably for all sections of the country, and we have no hesitation in recommending it for general cultivation as 
a good all round berry for both amateurs and the home garden. Ripens earlier than Cuthbert, and being mo re- 
productive, with a longer season of fruiting, will surpersede this valuable old sort wherever introduced. We 
consider this one of the best new varieties seen for many years. We append a few of the testimonials ol tins 
new berry as follows, showing its value in difterent sections of the country : ^ , 
Prof W. J. Green, of the Columbus, Ohio, Experiment Station, says: “ Royal Church is large and of fine 
quality.” In his bulletin for 1891, he says: “ Plants vigorous and productive. Berries large, dark crimson, 
moderately firm, excellent quality. A very promising variety.” . . • .. „ . 
Prof L R. Taft, of the Michigan Agricultural College, in his bulletin says : Of the red varieties. Rotal 
Church is one of the most promising. It is hardy to the tips. I am well pleased with it. (< , 
Prof H E. Van Deman, United States Pomologist, of Washington, D. C., says : Royal Church is one of 
the best of the red varieties. The fruiting branches are long and heavily laden with green and ripe fruit. 
Berry large, round, juicy, and of rich flavor.” . _ , , ,, . 
Mr F. S. Hunn, Ass’t Horticulturist, Geneva, N. Y., Experiment Station, planted the Royal Church red 
raspberry during the spring of 1891, this year, 1892, being the first season ot bearing. It has Proved 
hardy without winter protection, ripening at Geneva, N. Y., July 19. There was a severe host April 27, 1892, 
which cut back the canes of Cuthbert one-half, but which did not perceptibly affect Royal Church. 
Price by mail or express, 50 cents each, $5 P er dozen. 
