you DON'T HAVE TO GUESS 
HOW THICK TO SOW 
We believe we are the only seedsmen in 
America who tell on every package the percent¬ 
age of good seeds which it contains. Each lot of 
seed which we raise or have raised for us is tested 
either in soil or in a germinating apparatus and 
the number of seeds which germinate out of one 
hundred seeds tested is put on the label as shown 
in the picture at the right. With this information 
you can tell just how thick to sow the seed to get 
the right number of plants in the row and avoid 
wasting the seed. 
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MOR ETON FARM 
COLDWATER, N.Y 
According to our Test* , 
96 per cent 
I of this seed germinates [. 
THIS LABEL 
APPEARS ON EVERY PACKAGE 
“Last year we had a fine garden from Harris’ Seed, all 
germinated as per the envelope.” 
J. J. W. Cooper, So. Rehobolh, Mass. 
“The seeds I have had from you have come up better than 
any I have had from any other seedsmen and I have been 
planting a garden for 25 years or more.” 
A. E. Green, Lisbon Falls, Me. 
“ Just received my first order of seed from you and wish 
to tell you I was very much pleased with the quality and 
especially your method of showing percentage of germina¬ 
tion.” Albert C. Lauck, Alton, III. Feb. 20, 1933. 
“ All the seeds we purchased from you have given us a 
good germination.” 
Slayton and Stillman, Cassville, N. Y. June 27, 1933. 
SEEDS AND 
PLANTS 
All Vegetable and Flower Seeds and Bulbs (except Peas, Beans 
and Sweet Corn where quoted “Not Paid” will be sent to places 
in the United States, transportation charges prepaid. We will ship 
by parcel post, express or freight at our option. 
Peas, Beans and Sweet Corn, in quantities which are quoted “Not 
Paid” will be sent at the purchaser’s expense, unless the seeds (not includ¬ 
ing Farm Seeds, Fertilizers, etc.) are included in an order which amounts 
to $20.00 or more in which case we will send them “transportation 
prepaid.” Seeds ordered sent by express are sent at the purchaser’s 
expense. 
PLEASE NOTE 
If the customer wishes, quantities quoted “transportation not 
paid” can be sent by express collect, or by parcel post if enough 
money is sent to cover postage at the regular zone rate. The rate to places 
in New York State west of Utica and Binghamton is lc per lb., east of 
Utica and west of Springfield, Mass., 2c per lb., east of Springfield 4c per 
lb., north of Baltimore 2c per lb., south of Baltimore 4c per lb. to points 
in Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina. The rates to other places 
can be obtained at any postoflice. 
About Ordering, Shipping, Etc. 
Making Out the Order. An order blank attached to this catalogue on 
the last page will be found convenient to use. Please write your name 
very distinctly and give your full postoflice address and also be sure to 
give your nearest railroad station or express office, if different 
from your postoffice. 
How to Send Money. Money is most conveniently and safely sent in 
the form of a postoflice money order, express order or check. We will 
accept personal checks for over $1.00 without exchange. Small amounts 
may be sent in postage stamps. It is not safe to send silver. 
Orders Promptly Filled. We usually fill orders received during the 
planting season the day after they are received. This applies to orders for 
seeds that can be sent at any time during the winter. If the order includes 
potatoes, plants, etc., which cannot be safely sent in cold weather, they 
are held until it is safe to ship. 
Money Promptly Returned. If we are out of any seeds or plants 
wanted, we return the money sent for them without delay, unless per¬ 
mission is given on the order to substitute some other kind. 
C. O. D. 25% of the amount of the order must accompany all orders 
for goods to be shipped C. O. D. 
For Quick Service 
You can get seeds or plants one or three days sooner than by ordinary 
parcel post if they are sent “Special Handling.” 
If an extra fee is paid on a package marked “ Special Handling,” it is put 
through the mail as fast as first class or letter mail. This saves considerable 
time over ordinary parcel post. 
The extra postage required for Special Handling is as follows: 
Up to 2 lbs.10c 
Over 2 lbs., not over 10 lbs.19b 
• Over 10 lbs.20c 
If you want your seeds or plants sent Special Handling please so mark 
your order and send the amount for extra postage. 
Conditions of Sale 
No seeds are sold by us that we do not know are of good 
vitality and will grow under normal conditions. They are 
all tested and the percent that germinates is marked on the 
package or label so you can tell just how many seeds out of 
one hundred will germinate. 
Nevertheless if the seeds do not grow in your garden, and 
you believe it to be the fault of the seed and not the 
planting or soil and weather conditions, notify us at once 
(it is important that we be notified, immediately) and 
we will promptly and cheerfully replace them or refund the 
money you paid for them. 
We assume responsibility of the seeds, plants and bulbs 
we sell reaching the purchaser in good condition. However, 
in common with all responsible seedsmen, all our seeds, 
plants and bulbs are sold on the distinct understanding and 
with the agreement by the purchaser that we will not be 
responsible for any loss or damage that may accrue by 
reason of the failure of the seeds, plants or bulbs to grow 
or to be of the variety or quality offered. We will not 
accept or fill orders under any other conditions. 
JOSEPH HARRIS CO., INC. 
“Will say I have used Harris’ Seeds nearly 50 years and have never found one thing 
that was not as represented.” H. P. McHugh, Lansing, Mich. Feb. 4, 1933. 
“I have great success with all your seeds. As far as I can recollect, I have been buying 
of you for over 35 years.” A. M. Cleeland, Chicopee, Mass. May 31, 1933. 
“/ have learned to appreciate your finely selected seed during the past 10 years.” 
Richard Arms, Deerfield, Mass. March 4, 1933. 
“/ have used your seeds for over 15 years and I am satisfied that I can find none 
better. Your description as to yield, quality and characteristics can be relied on. > They 
are just as reliable as your seeds. Your advice is a great aid to amateur gardeners.” 
H. E. Murphy, Ebenezer, N. Y. May 11,1933. 
“ We have used your vegetable and flower seeds for years in our small plot of ground 
and are always more than pleased with the results.” 
Mrs. Henry White, Mansfield, Mass. July 8, 1933. 
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