DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 
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Vegetable Seed Novelties and Specialties. 
Asparagus, Snowliead. — (See cut.) This new Asparagus possesses a superiority overall 
others, in that its shoots remain entirely snow-white, when pushed already 6 inches out of the ground and 
exposed a whole day to sun and air, which makes other varieties colored and undesirable. It is ex¬ 
ceedingly productive and is unrivalled for tenderness and delicacy of flavor, and is without doubt one of 
the finest introductions of late years. Per pkt. 15c. 
Asparagus, Snowliead. 
Brussels Sprouts, Hercules. — A medium-sized variety of excellent quality, and one of 
the most productive sorts yet introduced, producing well-shaped, solid sprouts, which remain a long 
time in condition for use. Per pkt. 10c. 
Cabbage, Savoy, Ironliead.— This new variety is the earliest Savoy ever raised; produces 
large, solid, round heads, dark green in color, with yellowish green centers. A very desirable sort for 
market growers. Per pkt. 10c. 
Rettuce, Nansen or Northi)Ole. — A winter cabbage variety, extremely hardy, and 
stands very severe frost; forms solid crisp heads, of a yellowish green color. Per pkt. 10c. 
Musk Melon, Rocky Ford.—This splendid melon derives its name from Rocky Ford, Colo., 
where it has been grown in large quantities, many carloads of it having been shipped to the markets of 
the large eastern cities, in the past three years, where it has been in great demand, no melon having 
ever sold for such high prices as the Rocky Ford. It is a very vigorous grower and one of the most 
productive sorts ever grown; somewhat resembles the old Netted Gem, but is more oval in shape; the 
color of the skin when ripe is a greenish gold, the netting prominent and light in color, giving it a very 
attractive appearance. The flesh is sweet and luscious in flavor and very deep, ripening clear to the 
rind. As an illustration of the value of this melon, we may mention the fact that a grower in Florida, 
from 25 acres planted with this sort, cleared $8,000 net profit. Per pkt. 10c; per oz. 20c; 
per lb. $2.00. 
Germain’s Autumn Musk Melon. — (See cut.) In offering this variety to the public, 
we believe we have something which will be appreciated by all lovers of good Musk melons. Our Mr. 
Eugene Germain discovered this variety while residing in Switzerland, but was unable to obtain the 
name of it. He, however, purchased some of the melons, from which he saved the seed and brought it 
to this country. We grew this melon last season for the purpose of saving the seed, and find it not 
