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D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. 
TURNIP Co ntinued. 
Turnip, Pomeranean White Globe. 
Pomeranean White Globe 
1 Nn*r¥n11r A standard sort, usually grown for 
LdlgB TTllllB llUrTOIH feeding stock, but like other large 
white varieties, though a little coarse, it is of very good quality for 
the table. The roots are large, spherical, or slightly flattened and very 
white. It is allowed to stand out during the winter in the south and 
southwest, where the tops are used for greens. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 
2 Oz. 10c; h Lb. 15c; Lb. 45c. 
This is one of the most pro¬ 
ductive kinds, and in good, 
rich soil roots will frequently grow to twelve pounds in weight. It is 
of perfect globe shape; skin white and smooth; leaves large and 
dark green. Pkt. 5c; Oz 10c; 2 0z. 10c; \ Lb. 16c; Lb. 45c. 
f i This variety is very popular in many sec- 
UlYBBL UBllTldfl t ions, notably so in the New England States. 
It partakes largely of the nature of the Ruta Baga and should be 
sown a month earlier than the flat turnips. The flesh is white, bard, 
firm and sweet; keeps nearly as well as the Ruta Baga. Highly 
recommended for winter and spring use. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; 
H Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. 
Cntrn+t Tn« Cultivated extensively in the south for the tops,which 
ijBYBIl I UD are used for greens. It is very hardy, and will grow 
all winter, but does not produce a good root, and is only recommend¬ 
ed for the tops. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 10c; % Lb. 15c; Lb. 45c. 
YELLOW FLESHED SORTS 
LARGE AMBER GLOBE One of the best varieties for a field 
crop for stock. Flesh yellow, fine grained and sweet; color of skin 
yellow; top, green. Hardy, keeps well, a good cropper. Very pop¬ 
ular in the south. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; h Lb. 20c; Lb. 50c. 
YELLOW STONE A very beautiful and desirable sort. The roots 
are of medium size, uniformly globular and perfect in shape, 
smooth skinned and of beautiful pale yellow color. The flesh is 
crisp, tender and of fine quality. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; 
h Lb. 20c; Lb. «0c. 
YELLOW GLOBE Very similar to the Yellow Stone and a very 
attractive and beautiful sort. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; 
h Lb. 20c; Lb. 50c. 
ORANGE JELLY, OR ROBERTSON’S GOLDEN BALL 
Undoubtedly among the most delicate and sweetest yellow fleshed 
turnips yet introduced. Not of large size, but firm, hard and of 
most excellent flavor. Keeps well and is superior as a table variety. 
It is extensively used. Pkt.5c; Oz.lOc; 2 Oz. 15c; 3* Lb.20c; Lb.50c. 
PURPLE TOP YELLOW ABERDEEN Roots medium size, 
round; flesh pale yellow, tender and sugary; the plant is hardy and 
productive, and keeps well. It is an old esteemed variety, consid¬ 
ered as approaching very nearly to the Ruta Baga in hardiness and 
firmness or texture. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 10c; h Lb. 15c; Lb. 45c. 
Orange Jelly, or Robertson’s Golden Ball. 
RUTA BAOAS 
or SWEDES.. 
C ULTURE OF RUTA BAG AS-Sow the seed about a month 
earlier than the preceding varieties of turnips. Ruta 
Bagas should be sown on ground enriched with well rotted 
manure, in drills two and one half feet apart, and should be 
thinned to six to eight inches apart in the row. Keep the 
weeds thoroughly in check with the hoe or cultiva¬ 
tor. and when the roots have grown full size, and 
before hard freezing weather, pull them, cut off the 
tops and store in a root cellar or pit. Ruta Bagas 
are sometimes sown broadcast and left to take 
their chances with the weeds and bugs but this 
method is only successful on new clearing in 
which there is no weed seed. 
MONARCHY 
or TANKARD 
American Purple Top,or 
... Improved Lon£ Island S'ttauffZa: 
while the roots grow to a large size and are of the finest quality. We consider this one or 
the most desirable kinds on our list. Pkt. oc; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. loc; S* Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. 
Monarch, or Tankard 
Ruta Baga. 
American 
Purple Top 
Ruta Baga. 
This is a yellow fleshed sort, having very large, tank¬ 
ard shaped roots, with relatively small necks and tops. Color 
purplish-crimson above ground, yellow below; flesh very solid, 
fine grained and of the best flavor. This very popular variety 
is also sold as Hurst's Monarch, and Carter's Elephant. 
Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; \ Lb. 20c; Lb. 50c. 
