ASPARAGUS 
CULTURE. When starting the seeds in beds, it is advisable to soak the seeds in water foi 
24 hours before planting. This makes germination more rapid and certain. Sow in Febru¬ 
ary in beds broadcasted or in rows. When plants are well established, thin to about an inch 
apart. Hoe frequently during the summer. Plants will be ready to set in a permanent bed 
the following January, in soil worked to a depth of 16 to 18 inches. Leave the rows 3 oi 
4 feet apart, with at least 6 inches of soil over the roots. Shoots will be more rounded and 
tender by applying manure between rows and 2 pounds of nitrate of soda or ammonium 
sulphate to the square rod. Light sandy soil is preferable. 
MARY WASHINGTON. An improved and selected strain of the Martha Washington. Ear¬ 
lier and larger than the original. Shoots are firm and very tender. 1 oz. 20c; 4 oz. 40c; 
1 lb. $1.00, postpaid. 
BRUSSELS SPROUTS 
CULTURE. When the sprouts begin to form, remove the lower leaves to improve growth. 
Otherwise Brussels Sprouts requires the same method of culture as cabbage. Will grow 
successfully under conditions favorable to cabbages. 
IMPROVED LONG ISLAND. Plants are vigorous of about 20 inches high. Stalks large, 
thickly covered with sprouts. A heavy yielder. Requires a season of good length and pre¬ 
fers humid air. Well suited for market gardening. 1 oz. 25c; 4 oz. 75c; 1 lb. $2.00, post¬ 
paid. 
POLE BEANS 
CULTURE. May be planted anywhere along the coast where there is considerable mois¬ 
ture in air. 
KENTUCKY WONDER. One of the very best sorts for market; early and productive pods 
of 8 to 9 inches long. ^ lb. 15c; 1 lb. 30c; 10 lbs. $2.50, postpaid; 100 lbs. $12.00, F. O. B. 
Hollister. 
KENTUCKY WONDER WHITE SEEDED. A very early white seeded variety. Pods 6 to 
7 inches long. *4 lb. 15c; 1 lb. 30c; 10 lbs. $2.50, postpaid; 100 lbs. $13.00, F. O. B. Hollister. 
BUSH BEANS 
CULTURE. In early Spring give sandy soil preference, but heavy loam is best in summer. 
Plant the seeds when the ground is properly moistened and pulverized. Drills or rows 
should be at least 20 inches apart. If soil is heavy, one-half inch is deep enough; plant 
about an inch deeper in sandy soil. Do not plant in soil that is too wet, nor irrigate immedi¬ 
ately after planting. During winter months do all irrigating in the morning because the 
water from the pipe is warm and will help growth. If applied in the evening water chills 
plants, cools the soil, retards the growth and causes mildew. Do not permit the soil to dry. 
For home gardening, use a hose to water if possible at roots and never spray plants. 
