RADISH — Continued 
WINTER VARIETIES 
Comparative Tests of Radishes for Forcing in Carter’s Trial Grounds at Raynes Park 
Turnip-Shaped China. — A scarlet variety of the China Rose Winter Radish. It may be sown at intervals 
from spring until autumn, and the roots obtained from late sowings can be kept in store for winter 
consumption. The root is round, of a fine scarlet colour, 2)4 to 3 inches in diameter; flesh pure 
white, of an agreeable and mild flavour. 
Price, .10 per pkt.; .15 per oz.; .50 per 34 lb. 
Long Black Spanish. 
For winter use; large and distinct. 
Price, .10 per pkt.; .15 per oz.; .50 per 34 lb. 
China Rose, Oval Shaped.— Price, .10 per pkt.; .15 per oz.; .45 per M lb. 
The Cultivation of Radish. — Sow on a moderate hotbed in January, February, and March, also every ten days during 
the spring and summer in well-prepared places in the open. The Radish thrives best when quick y grown in a nch deep 
moist soil, kept well watered during the hot weather. Winter varieties should be planted about the middle of July store 
the roots during the winter in a cool pit or cellar and cover them well with earth. One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of 
drill; 10 pounds will plant an acre. 
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER 
Carter’s Mammoth. — A greatly improved form of the ordinary Salsify. 
Price, .10 per pkt.; .30 per oz.; 1.00 per 34 lb - 
For cultivation of Salsify see page 101. 
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