SAXA RADISH 
The Earliest Radish Grown 
We have found this Radish to be earlier than any of the other so-called earliest 
sorts. The best extra early variety for forcing, and for growing in the open 
ground it has no superior. From the time of seed sowing to the table in 16 
to 22 days, and under ideal conditions are fit to pull in 1.5 days. It is round, 
bright scarlet in color and has a very small top and taproot. Flesh pure white, 
crisp, brittle, mild and juicy. The Saxa is one of the slowest to shoot to seed. 
Pkt., 8c; oz., 12c; H lb., 30c; lb., 85c; 2 lbs., $1.50; 5 lbs., $3.60; 10 lbs., 
$6.80, postpaid. 
Icicle 
Other Varieties of Radish 
One ounce of seed for 100 feet of row. 
EARLY BIRD. Agreed upon by leading market growers as the 
nio.st profitable variety. Because of quick maturity, rich scarlet 
color, perfect shape and .superior quality. Early Bird gets customer.^ 
and keeps them. In shape Early Bird is a slightly elongated globe ; 
always crisp, juicy and mild; fit to pull in 16 to 22 days. Pkt., 8c; 
oz., 12c; 1/4 lb., 30c; lb., 85c; 2 lbs., $1.50; 5 lbs., $3.60; 10 lbs., 
$6.80, postpaid. 
CRIMSON GIANT. Larger than other round red varieties. Roots 
free from hollow center or pithy fibre. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 1,4 lb.. 
25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
VICK’S EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. A popular early 
round sort. Many growers consider this Radish to be the 
most profitable main-crop market variety, adapted for 
forcing or outdoor planting. Color rich scarlet. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., lOc; 1/4 lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 
10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
EARLY SCARLET TURNIP. Early round red Radish; 
later than Saxa. Very desirable for early outdoor plant¬ 
ing. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; i/4 lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs., 
$1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
EARLY WHITE TURNIP. The earlie.st white Radish; 
Saxa 
always mild and crisp. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; i/4 lb., 25c; 
lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, post¬ 
paid. 
EARLY LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP. The best long 
red Radish. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; i^ lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 
2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
FRENCH BREAKFAST. Olive shaped; red, white 
tipped. Of quick growth and excellent quality. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., lOc; 14 lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 
10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
ICICLE. The best long white Radish; mild and sweet. 
A favorite with market gardeners and for the home gar¬ 
den. I’kt., 5c; oz., lOc; 14 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 2 lbs., 
$1.35; 5 lbs., $3.15; 10 lbs., $6.00, postpaid. 
SPARKLER, or WHITE TIPPED SCARLET TURNIP. 
A favorite in all markets, owing to its fine appearance. 
Handsome bright scarlet color with white tip. One of the ■ 
best early varieties for outdoor sowing; excellent quality. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 14 lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; § 
lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
LONG WHITE STRASSBURG. The best summer 
Radish, withstanding hot weather the best of any sort. 
Pure white; firm and brittle. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 14 lb. 
25c; lb., 75c; 2 lbs., $1.35; 5 lbs., $3.15; 10 lbs., $6.00, 
postpaid. 
PRIZE MIXTURE. All the leading early varieties 
mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 14 lb., 25c; lb., 70c; 2 lbs.. 
$1.25; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.60, postpaid. 
Japanese Giant Radishes 
SAKURIJIMA, or Poultry Radish. The largest variety 
of radish in cultivation. Often attains a weight of 15 
lbs., and some grow to more than 50 lbs. Nearly round. 
A great curiosity and a radish of extraordinary quality. 
Flesh solid, firm and brittle, and of most excellent flavor. 
A favorite for fall and winter use, and a valuable winter 
feed for cattle and poultry. Every poultryman should 
plant some of them. Pkt., lOc; oz., 20c; % lb., 60c; 
lb., $2.00, postpaid. 
YARD LONG (Nerima Long). An exceedingly sweet- 
flavored, long white radish. Grows 3 feet long ; very crisp 
and brittle. Fine for all styles of cooking and excellent 
for pickles. One of the best for eating raw. Pkt., lOc; 
oz., 20c; 14 lh-» 60c; lb., $2.00, postpaid. 
Winter Radishes 
Winter Radishes mature in 50 to 60 days. By packing 
in .sand, fresh, crisp radishes may be had all winter. 
LONG BLACK SPANISH. 55 days. Keeps best and 
longest of all winter Radishes. Skin coal-black; flesh 
w'hite and crisp; excellent quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 
1/4 lb., 25c; lb., 80c; 2 lbs., $1.45; 5 lbs., $3.40, postpaid. 
Photograph of Sakurijima and com¬ 
mon Scarlet Turnip Radishes, to show 
the comparative size. The Sakurijima 
Radish shown in this picture weighed 
51 lbs. 
Salsify 
SCARLET CHINA. 50 days. A favorite winter Radish. Very handsome; of medium size; rose 
color; flesh w'hite. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; i/4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 2 lbs., $1.35; 5 lbs., $3.15, postpaid. 
WHITE CHINESE, OR CELESTIAL. 60 days. Claimed to be the finest of all white winter radishes. 
12 to 15 inches long, and about 5 inches in diameter. The flesh is crisp, juicy and tender; flavor 
mild and fine. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; lb., 25c; lb., 80c; 2 lbs., $1.45; 5 lbs., $3.40, postpaid. 
Salsify or Vegetable Oyster 
One ounce to 75 feet of row. 
MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. The host variety. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., 15c; Vi lb., 45c; lb., $1.50; 2 lbs., $2.70; 5 lbs., $6.35, postpaid. 
More than One Million 
Satished Customers Use 
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