CATALOGUE OF VEGETABLE NOVELTIES. 
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EXTRA EARLY CROSBY SWEET CORN. 
.\ e offer home grown seed of this famous, early white sweet corn. We believe it to be as early as any 
corn obtainable, and the name “ Crosby ” is a sufficient guarantee as to quality. Per pkt., io cts.; qt., 25 
cts. ; pk., $1.25. 55 ^ r - 
FIRST CROP SUGAR CORN. 
\Y e offer an exceedingly fine strain of this extra early, good quality, sweet corn. It was grown from 
the introducer s stock under our personal care, and is, through continued selection, superior to the original 
strain. Per pkt., 10 cts. ; qt., 25 cts.; pk., $1.25. 
COLUMBUS MARKET SWEET CORN. 
A new second early sort, said to produce ears twice as large as any of its season. The ears 
carry an average of sixteen rows of long white kernels of the finest quality. The stalk is of strong 
growth, and sets an abundance of ears. Pkt., 10 cts.; qt., 30 cts. ; pk., $1.25. 
DANISH IIAEE HEAD OR 
HOLLANDER CABBAGE. 
A winter variety that is unsurpassed as a crop¬ 
per, keeper, or for quality. It is grown almost 
exclusively in Denmark for winter use. To ob¬ 
tain best results for late marketing, plant about 
ten days earlier than the common Drumhead. 
Pkt. 10 cts.; oz., 30 cts. ; lb., $3.00. 
BOSTON MARKET CELERY. 
There are so many types of celery sold under the name of “ Boston Market ” that growers of it are sur¬ 
prised if by any chance a plant of the true form is found among their crops. The strain we offer is Arling¬ 
ton grown and genuine. It is, everything considered, the most desirable late crop celery grown and those 
who know and like the true Boston Market quality can sow this seed with full assurance of getting a crop 
that will please them in all particulars. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 40 cts. ; % lb., $1.25. 
“ Thank you for splendid seeds of last year. We 
came out ten days ahead of anyone in town on 
Peas. 1 enclose my whole order for this season's 
wants, for your usual careful attention.” 
S. G.JOB, So. Walpole, Mass. 
We cannot speak of yew Life Peas too highly.” 
Rural yew Yorker. 
ASPARAGUS LETTUCE 
. This variety, of French origin, is quite distinct 
in appe'arance from anything hitherto offered, although it is 
of the cos type. It can be eaten like other lettuce or the 
mid rib can be prepared and served the same as Asparagus. 
The plants do not bear the excessive heat of summer well, but 
are a success if sown in early spring or after the middle of 
August. Pkt, 10 cts. ; oz., 30 cts. ; lb. £3.50. 
KINSMAN QUEEN MUSK MELON. 
This is the result of a cross between Emerald Gem and an 
Asparagus Lettuce. old variety of large size and excellent quality. It is ten days 
earlier than any other sort, three times as large as Emerald Gem ; round in shape, color yellowish green 
outside; flesh deep salmon, rich and juicy. It is an excessive producer and holds up well throughout the 
.season. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 20 cts. 
The Bradstreet Company- appreciates the 
value of our Bureau. Mr. A. Macey, Super¬ 
intendent of their Boston Office, says: — 
** Jt has been our custom from time to time, 
for several y r ears past to employ through 
the agencies of your Bureau of Registry & 
Information, clerks, reporters, and other 
employees, and it is with great pleasure 
that I take occasion to speak of the merits 
of the services rendered me by your 
Bureau.” 
(See Page 16.) 
TIP TOP MUSK MELON. 
The introducer of “ Tip Top ” says : — “ Every Melon produced, whether big or little, early or late, is 
a good one ; sweet, juicy, finest flavor, firm fleshed, and eatable even to the outside coating. The fruit is 
of attractive appearance, large size, nearly round, evenly ribbed and moderately netted.” Pkt., 5 cts. ; 
oz., 10 cts. ; lb., $1. 00. 
See Special Offers on third page of cover. 
