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SSE2D GUIDS, 1914 
Cannells Collections of Lettuce. 
CABBAGE VARIETIES. Peroz.-s. .1. 
The six most useful kinds for succession, one jiacket of each ... ,. ‘2 9 
.. tliree ,, ,, „ „ 1 6 
COS VARIETIES. 
The six most useful kinds for succe.ssion, one packet of each ... ... 2 9 
I. tliree >> >> ,, 1 B 
( I'LTl'HE — For an early crop .sow in a pot, pan. or box, early in 
Febrnary, and place in a frame or a slightly-heated place, ami when the 
plants are 3 or 4 inches high, jirick out in a sheltered position or frame 
in rich soil. Here they are to remain until good-sized plants are formed, 
and then transplanted to their permanent (|uarter.s. heeks of very fine 
■ luality and good enough for ordinary use, may be obtained from seed 
sown the first week in March, broadcast, on a warmer boanler, and 
cover lightly with mellow soil. Transplant, when large enough, in rows 
18 inches apart, and aliout 8 inches in the row. Prepare trenches and 
earth up in the same'way as Celery. Use miner.al manure. 
CANNELLS’ MAMMOTH— A supepior kind, very hardy, 
blanches well, and grows to a large size ; a 
splendid exhibition variety 4d. and 0 8 
Champion— This Leek has gained rrany honours 6d. and 1 0 
The Lyon— V thoroughly distinct variety, matures early, 
grows to a great size and weight without coarseness. Ttie 
while part, when blanched, often exceeds 16 inches in length 
and 9 inches in circumference ... .. ... 6d. and 1 0 
Giant Ay ton Castle — A very large and fine variety 3d. and 0 6 
Musselburg — Large Scotch ; finest stock 3d. and 
Other varieties can be supplied. For Plants, see page 19. 
CANN’EI.I.S EXHIBITION GIANT COS. 
LETTUCE. 
CULTURE — Sow from the first week in March till September for succession. 
When 3 inches high, remove the strongest plants to prepared ground, ami plant them 
in rows from 1 to 2 feet apart, according to size. For spring use sow in autuniii, 
prick out in frames, and transplant early. After being planted they should never be 
allowed to suffer frotn|the want of water. For very early use sow a little under 
glass during February. 
COS VARIETIES. Perpkt Pe oz 
d. 
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CANNELLS’ EXHIBITION GIANT COS — Larger and finer s. d. 
in every way than the best types of Cos Lettuce 3d. and 0 6 
ECLIPSE COS — Distinct. The dwavfeat Cos Lettuce, and 
produces a firm, crisp heart, quicker than oilier sorts .. 10 
Bath Cos (Black Seeded) — Best for autumn sowing, 3d. and 0 6 
Paris White — Of immense size and superior quality ... 0 4 
Hick’s Hardy White — Suitable for sowing in autumn, 3d. and 0 6 
Par Excellence — Requires no tying ; very crisp and comjiact, 
precedes the Parit White Ooi by about ten days 6d. and 
Other varieties can be supplied. 
CABBAGE VARIETIES. 
CANNELLS’ DEFIANCE— A grand variety; large compact 
heads, turns in very early, free from all bitter or strong 
flavour, eats crisp and sweet ; splendid for exhibition. A 
useful .summer variety . 6d. and 
All the Year Round— Fine white, does not run to seed; 
a good winter variety .. 3d. and 
Improved Early Paris Market— The best forcing Lettuce, 
turns in very quickly, and forms close hearts 3d. and 
Hardy Hammersmith -Excellent, variety for winter 
CANNELLS’ EYNSFORD DRUMHEAD — fine whits 
variety, medium sized compact hearts, crisp and sweet 
Commodore Nutt — Small, compact habit, splendid flavour... 
Continuity — lovaluable for withstanding dry seasons 6d. and 
Drumhead or Malta— A large variety for summer use 
New York - Folds in very nicely, excellent flavour. It is not a 
forcing variety, one of the best for summer use 3d. and 
.Stanstead Park — Largest and best to stand the winter. 3d. and 
Tom Thumb or Tennis Ball -Close compact heads, stands 
the winter well, also dry weather . 3d. and 0 6 10 
Other Varieties can be supplied. For plants see page 19. 
cannells" mammoth 
