The Wickson Plum. 
The earliest Bearer, most vigorous Grower, most free from Disease and 
Insects, most valuable Plum known for home use and the market. 
Luther Burbank, the originator of the Burbank Plum, and the most 
noted authority on Plums, says of the Wickson : “ Among the many 
thousand Japanese Plums which I have fruited, this one stands pre- 
eminent in its rare combination of good qualities. The tree grows in 
vase form, sturdy and upright, yet as gracefully branched as could be 
desired. From the time it is half grown, until a few days before ripen- 
ing, the fruit is of pearly white color, which changes to a glowing car- 
mine, with a heavy white bloom when ripe. The stone is small and the 
flesh of fine texture, firm, sugary and delicious, and will keep two weeks 
or more after ripening ; or can be picked when hard and white, and will 
color and ripen almost as well as if left on the tree. A year ago I was 
convinced that this was the best of all the Japan Plums, and have yet no 
reason to change that opinion, only more than ever to admire its growth, 
its productiveness, and the rare beauty and keeping qualities of its fruit, 
and its size and quality.” 
P'rom W. A. Taylor, Asst. Pomologist, Washington, D. C. : “ Spec- 
imens of Wickson duly received. This is certainly a handsome Plum 
and of good quality also.” 
From S. D. Willard, Geneva, N. Y. : “ Your new Plum, Wickson, 
received in good order as if fresh picked from the tree (shipped icx)0 
miles). I can say it is excellent, and would seem to be the best ot 
its class.” 
P'rom M. Crawford, Ohio : “ The new Japan Seedling Plum you 
kindly sent me was received in perfect condition. It was tasted by 
several of us, and all pronounced it very delicious.” 
P'rom Experiment Station, University of California: “Thanks for 
your letter and specimens. The Plum is grand.” 
From Prof. L. IT. Bailey, Ithaca, N. Y. : “ These Japan Plums are 
certainly the coming fruit.” 
The Wickson stands at the head of the Plum family. It is proving 
remarkably successful the country over. No other Plum ever became 
so popular in so short a time. This is because it is practically curculio 
proof and free from black knot. It is proving a money maker in all 
sections. 
Vredenbur«r & Karle, Printere, Rochester, N. Y. 
