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White Icicle Radish 
Salsify or Oyster Plant 
RADISH SEEDS —LONG VARIETIES 
AU Prices on This Page Post Paid. All 10c Pkts., 3 for 25c 
Quantity Prices—See Yellow Price List Enclosed 
352— CINCINNATI MARKET (28 days)—This is the finest long radish to plant for 
shipment to Northern markets. It is the standard market radish in a number of 
Southern trucking centers, and is without a doubt the most profitable long variety 
in cultivation. The skin is scarlet colored, and very thin; the flesh is crisp, brittle, 
and of delightful flavor. The roots are slender and before becoming pithy are often 
6 to 8 inches long by about % of an inch in diameter at the shoulder. 
Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; 2 ozs., 15c; % lb., 20c; Y 2 lb., 30c; 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $1.90 
346—WHITE ICICLE (27 days)—A very attractive, pure white radish, the earliest 
of the long, white summer sorts and of most excellent quality. The roots are some¬ 
what shorter, with smaller tops than Long White Vienna and mature a little earlier. 
The roots when mature are 5 to 6 inches long by about Yi to % of an inch in diameter. 
Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; 2 ozs., 15c; V\ lb., 20c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $1.90 
343—LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP (27 days)—The best of the long red radishes. 
It is very early, of good size, fine quality; most largely planted of all long red radishes. 
Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; 2 ozs., 15c; Y\ lb., 20c; % lb., 30c; 1 lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $1.90 
RADISHES—STANDARD VARIETIES 
341—HALF LONG SHORT TOP (27 days)—Deep red color, flesh white, crisp, tender. 
345—WHITE VIENNA (29 days)—White, slender and smooth, roots 6 to 7 inches long. 
353— MIXED RADISHES (26 to 30 days)—Assorted, giving a succession of crisp, 
tender radishes. 
355—CALIFORNIA WHITE (50 days)—Grows very large, used in winter. 
349—LONG BLACK SPANISH (50 days)—Large, firm, good quality, very firm. 
348—CHINA ROSE WINTER (50 days)—Best winter sort; flesh white and crisp. 
Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 10c; 2 ozs., 15c; % lb., 25c; V 2 lb., 35c; 1 lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.25 
SALSIFY—The Vegetable Oyster 
Salsify is one of the most desirable and nutritious winter vegetables. The roots when cooked 
are delicious and may be served in many ways. The flavor is very much like oysters, and espe¬ 
cially where it is difficult to get fresh oysters, Salsify is very popular. Let them grow until 
frost, and stay in the ground until needed. They are greatly improved by remaining in the 
ground during freezing weather. 
CULTURE;—Salsify succeeds best on a rich, light, deep soil. Avoid fresh manure, as it makes 
badly shaped and uneven roots. Sow seed early in spring in rows 18 to 24 inches apart, and 
thin plants to 3 inches apart. Cover seed % inch. Cultivate frequently and let grow all sum¬ 
mer. Dig when needed through the fall and winter, but all should be dug before growth begins 
in the spring. Store in a pit or cool cellar and they will keep nicely until ready for use. 
Sow 1 ounce to 100 feet of row ; use 7 to 8 pounds per acre. 
364—MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND SALSIFY—Easily the best variety. It is a 
large and strong grower with long, smooth, white tapering roots, excellent in qual¬ 
ity and less likely to branch than other sorts. Equally desirable for home and mar¬ 
ket gardeners. Salsify should be widely planted in home gardens and there is a 
good demand for it on some markets. Try it this year. 
Pkt., 5c; 1 oz., 15c; 2 ozs., 30c; *4 lb., 50c; V 2 lb., 80c; 1 lb., $1.50; 2 lbs., $2.75; 5 lbs., $6.00 
TOBACCO 
CULTURE—The seed should be sown as soon as possible after danger of frost is over. In the 
spring it is cuBtomary to burn a quantity of brush and rubbish on the ground intended for 
the seed-bed; then dig and pulverize the earth, mixing in the ashes. After this preparation 
the seed may be sown, covering very lightly. When the plants are 6 inches high, transplant 
into rows 4 feet apart each way. Cultivate thoroughly with plow and hoe. 
365—WHITE BURLEY—A favorite for plug fillers and wrappers. Light colored 
leaves of fine flavor and aroma. 
366—HAVANA—The leaf is very thin and of fine texture. This variety is much 
used for cigar wrappers. Price, either variety—Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., 40c; % lb., $1.40 
PREMIER SWEDISH PEAT MOSS 
WHAT IS PEAT MOSS AND WHAT ARE ITS PRINCIPAL USES? 
Peat is a vegetable matter which because of peculiar natural condition, has been pre¬ 
served in a partially decomposed state for many years. Peat moss is a particular kind of 
peat. It might have been more correctly called “moss peat” rather than peat moss; because 
it is a type of peat which was formed from various mosses. It is principally used as an 
absorbing and deodorizing material—as a sanitary bedding for horses, cattle, poultry and 
other livestock—and for improving the physical condition of mineral soils. 
How Can I Know It Is Good to Use Peat Moss for All Its Advertised Uses? 
Read the U. S. Government’s Dept, of Agriculture bulletins. Especially bulletins Nos. 
167 and 290. They strongly and soundly endorse its use for many purposes. 
SPRING—Lawns: New ones, add Peat Moss generously to soil and work in well, 4 in. 
deep when fitting. Old ones, top-dress in early Spring. It provides deep, lasting seed bed; 
adds humus without bringing in weeds. 
Preparing Garden Soil: Spread on freshly plowed or dug soil 3 to 4 in. deep and work 
in to depth of 3 to 5 in. It lightens heavy soil; gives body and water holding power to 
light soil; provides humus. 
Roses: When planting, spread 4 in. Peat Moss over previously spaded soil and work in 
thoroughly. Makes soil porous, friable, and conserves plant food. 
SUMMER—Mulch: Around and between all kinds of plants. Avoid smothering small 
plants and perennials; otherwise use Peat Moss generously, 2 to 4 in. deep; loosen up occa¬ 
sionally. Checks loss of moisture by evaporation; keeps down weeds; keeps roots cool; 
improves appearance of beds and garden. 
New Seed Beds: Mix 50-50 with soil and work in well. Insures a soil medium that will 
help every seed. 
Postpaid—10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $1.95. At Store—10 lbs., 70c; *4 Bale (about 5 Bu.), $1.35; 
V 2 Bale, $2.00; 1 Bale (about 20 Bu.), $2.95. 
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