228 - 230-232 East Fourth St., near Sycamore 
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Radish 
Finest Seed Stocks 
One ounce sows 100 ft. of drill. If broadcast requires 10 to 12 
lbs. per acre. For forcing in frames sow in January or February. 
Out-of-doors, sow from March to June for early summer crop. For 
late, sow from July to September. Early sorts mature and are 
ready for the table in 21 to 30 days from sowing. 
Culture —Quick growth is essential for tender crisp radishes. 
Hence, rich soil and plenty of moisture are essential. They can be 
sown at intervals of ten days to two weeks for early use or grown 
as a catch crop between rows of beets, lettuce, onions, etc. When 
forced they require plenty of ventilation and moisture. 
Round Varieties 
290 EARLY WHITE TIPPED SCARLET. One of the handsomest of 
the turnip varieties and a general favorite in nearly all large 
markets. It is excellent as a forcing sort or for earliest planting 
outdoors. Roots nearly rpund, slightly flattened on under side. 
Color very deep scarlet with distinctive white tip. Flesh white, of 
best quality. We strongly advise more extensive planting of this 
sort in this locality. 
Fkt., 5c; oz., 10 c; 14 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
291 EARLY WHITE TURNIP. Similar to Early Scarlet Turnip but 
little more flattened and slightly earlier maturing. It has very 
small tops, is of thick growth, suitable for forcing or early plant¬ 
ing. Color clear white; flesh crisp and tender. 
Fkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
294 FRENCH BREAKFAST. A small olive-shaped variety about 
1 % inches long, which is very quick growing. Color beautiful deep 
scarlet shading to white at the tip. Top small. Quick maturing 
and splendid for very earliest crop. 
White Icicle Radish. 
295 CRIMSON GIANT. This variety is suitable both for forcing or 
early planting out-of-doors. A remarkable feature of this radish 
is that it will grow double the size of other round red forcing rad¬ 
ishes and still remain solid. The ordinary forcing radish, after 
growing to the size of 2 
Long Varieties 
298 CINCINNATI MARKET. A popular sort in this section and 
has long been a favorite with market gardeners. It is brilliant 
crimson with white slightly tinged flesh, exceedingly sweet and 
tender. Grows 6 to 7 inches in length, straight and smooth and 
does not become hollow and pithy until very old. A fine sort for 
either market or home use. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
299 LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP. An old standard sort, excellent 
for home garden or market. Tops short and small. Roots smooth, 
tender, uniform shape; attractive bright red color. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
300 LONG WHITE ICICLE. The earliest of the long white varie¬ 
ties which is popular for forcing and earliest outdoor or early 
summer crop. It is productive and of excellent quality, crisp and 
tender. Roots are usually 5 to 6 inches long and about % inch 
in diameter with small tops. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
301 WHITE STRASBURG. Obe of the most popular and desirable 
of all long, white radishes. Even when small it is fine quality; 
remains crisp and tender much longer than other varieties. Roots 
1 % to 3 inches thick, 5 to 6 inches long, tapering. Tops medium; 
roots smooth, crystal white; handsome, showy, crisp and tender; 
desirable for market or family use. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
Fall Radishes 
303 LONG BLACK SPANISH. A favorite late sort, producing long, 
thick, almost black roots, with white flesh of fine texture. De¬ 
cidedly pungent but well flavored. Roots are usually 7 to 9 
inches long, 2 to 3 inches in diameter and it is one of the best of 
the long sorts and especially adapted for winter use. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. 
305 ROSE CHINA WINTER (Scarlet China). A popular sort pro¬ 
ducing cylindrical roots, stub-rooted, blunt at both ends. Is 
bright, deep rose color shading to white. Skin smooth, flesh 
white, crisp, tender and pungent. Roots usually 4 to 5 inches 
long, 1 Vi to 2 inches in diameter. Splendid for fall and winter. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. 
306 WHITE CHINESE or CELESTIAL. A large stump-rooted rad¬ 
ish with white skin and flesh. Can be sown from July 1 to Aug¬ 
ust 15, and will keep in prime condition a long time; mild in 
flavor, brittle and never woody. Fine for market gardeners. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. 
307 CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE WINTER. A giant fall 
and winter variety. Roots from 9 to 12 inches long and 2 to 3 
inches through, tapering regularly to the tips, smooth and 
cylindrical in form; skin and flesh white, tender and crisp. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 35c; 1 lb., $1.00. 
inches in circumference becomes pithy, 
while the Crimson Giant will grow to 6 
inches in circumference and still re¬ 
main solid and juicy. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
296 EARLY SCARLET TURNIP. A well- 
known sort producing round or oval 
roots of bright scarlet color. Flesh 
white, crisp, tender. Tops medium, quick 
growth; desirable for early planting. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
297 EXTRA EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. 
One of the very best and most showy 
radishes for earliest forcing or grow¬ 
ing outside. Roots are slightly olive 
shape, rich bright scarlet color; flesh 
white and tender. It is fit to pull very 
early and is especially desirable for 
market gardeners on account of the 
showy qualities. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; y 4 lb., 25c; 1 lb., 85c. 
Early White Tipped Scarlet Radish. 
