sprightly. high fl ivor, somewhat at id, but of excellent quality, firm and solid and 
a grand shipp-r; in a general way both plant and fruit resemble Gandy, only the 
berries average larger ami richer color. Swindle is fully as late and produces’ four 
times as much fruit as Gandy, making it the grandest late market or family va- 
riety yet introduced. 
Sharpless (S) Well worthy of the popular favor with which it is regarded, 
for it is a superb variety on rich, strong soil, although disappointing in yield in 
ordinary cultivation. The plant is large and vigorous, free from rust or blight. 
The berries are large to very large, some- 
what irregular in shape, bright" crimson 
color, of good quality but rather soft and 
does not keep in good condition so long 
as many others. It is a profitable variety 
for a near market and with good culture 
will furnish an abundance of fine fruit. 
Midsummer. 
Shuckless (S) Remarkable in possess- 
ing a caylax or shuck that detaches so 
readily from the berry that it remains on 
the stem, and the berries are thus picked 
ready for immediate use. Hardy, vigorous 
and productive plant, and the fruit is 
large, obtuse-conical in shape, bright 
crimson and of good flavor. It is regu- 
lar in shape, uniform in size, and presents 
a handsome appearance. Medium to 
late. 
Timbrell (P) The highest flavored berry grown. Its one fault— not coloring up 
even, can tie overlooked on aecoun of its fine quality. It is not suitable for market, 
but for the home table it is the most delicious berry we know of. Strong grower- 
fruit dark crimson. It is the latest of all to ripen; very large, fine shape and 
superb quality. One of the finest berries ever introduced. Mr. K. S. Carman 
editor of the rural Xew Yorker, says his choice of all the berries is Brandywine and 
Timbrell. They make a grand team. 
Van Deman (S) This gave the most promise as an early market berry of anv 
variety yet, introduced. Plant is vigorous. Berry beautiful scarlet and so firm as 
to make it an extra good shipper It is also a good siz-d berry when grown to full 
size and very productive. Its fault seems to be that too many berries are set for 
ordinary culture. We are yet firm in the belief that this will prove a valuable 
berry to many good growers. 
Warfield (P) There is probably no better variety 
to raise for shipping to a distant marker. It is a 
good grower, makes many plants of small or me- 
dium size, and is among the most productive. Fruit 
roundish, conical, of good size, firm, dark red, and 
fair quality. As it makes many runners, it should 
have plenty of room in order to be large and fine. 
It is early and holds out in size well to the end of 
the season; much better than Crescent. Fine plants 
Weston (P) We are pleased to call our friends’ 
atlention to this new berry. It was originated by 
E. A. and F. L. Weston, of Snsquehena county, 
Pa. 'The plant is a strong, thrifty grower of the 
Greenville class; is especially healthy and hardv; 
one of the pers stent, iron-clad sort, that flourish 
without e-p cial care. The berry is quite regular 
in form, of gocd size, and bright, attractive color, 
with seeds prominent. It ships well, and both ap- 
waki ieli). pearance and quality are sufficient to win it a place 
in any market. It li; ens in midseason, holding out unusually well till late, and 
will take high rank for productiveness. The blossom is large and pistillate. 
