AND PROFITABLE VARIETIES 
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_ This almond was introduced by Mr. A. T. Hatch, formerly 
lNe i lUS Ultra of Suisun, California, and is a regular and heavy hearer. 
The tree is a strong grower and inclined to have a drooping habit. It presents 
a very fine appearance on account of its large foliage. 
The nut is long and narrow in shape and has a soft shell. The kernel is 
very large, sweet and highly flavored. Hulls freely and is considered a fav¬ 
orite among almond growers for commercial purposes. Blooming period 
middle of March. 
-, The Nonpareil has probably been more largely planted during 
[Nonpareil recent years than any other. The tree is a very strong grower, 
inclined to be of a weeping habit, and on account of its fine foliage presents a 
very beautiful appearance. It has the reputation among almond growers, in 
all sections where grown, as being a heavy and regular bearer. 
The nut is large, long and narrow having a thin shell and a good color. The 
kernel is long, fills the shell well and possesses an excellent flavor. It com¬ 
mands the highest prices on the market,^selling from one to three cents higher 
than any other variety. 
We highly recommend the Nonpareil for planting in all almond sections of 
California. Blooms last week in March. 
_ The Peerless almond is rapidly coming into favor in the almond 
Peerless districts of the Sacramento Valley and is proving to be a regular 
and heavy bearer. 
The nut resembles that of the I. X. L. in shape and general appearance; the 
kernel is short, plump and of fine quality. Blooms about the middle of March. 
D This is one of the popular varieties of almonds grown in 
1 6X21S Prolific this state. It was originated in Texas and brought to Cali¬ 
fornia about the year 1891, and bears the distinction of being about the only 
almond that would bear in that district. 
The tree is equal to that of the Drake’s Seedling for its heavy bearing quali¬ 
ties but grows much larger. It is of an upright habit, having a smooth wood 
and a fine foliage. It is a late bloomer, consequently is almost sure to escape 
damage from late frosts. The nut is of medium size having a soft shell which 
is white in color. The kernel is short, plump and very sweet. 
We know orchards of Texas Prolific that have been bearing for fifteen years 
and have never failed to produce a fine crop. We feel that we cannot too 
strongly recommend the Texas Prolific to all planters who contemplate plant¬ 
ing almond orchards. Its value as a pollinizer must not be overlooked. Blooms 
last of March. 
CHESTNUTS 
The principal varieties of chestnuts planted in California are the Italian or 
Spanish and the Japanese. In later years the French varieties, Marron Corn- 
bale and Marron de Lyon, also several varieties introduced in the Eastern 
States, have been planted here. There is no question but that the Marrons 
and the Eastern varieties produce much finer quality nuts than the Italian or 
Spanish, and they are rapidly coming into favor. 
There are many sections in California suited for their culture, especially in 
coast counties. They thrive well on heavy clay soils, as well as in deep loam 
or sand, provided that it is retentive of moisture and deep enough to let the 
roots penetrate it readily. In the interior valleys the river bottom soils are 
the best. Aside from its being a desirable nut-bearing tree, it is ornamental 
and used both as specimens and for avenue planting. The trees should be 
planted 50 feet apart; on very light, gravelly or sandy soils they can be planted 
4 0 feet each way. When the trees are planted, cut them back to 3 ieet and 
allow three to four branches to form the head of the tree. All the future 
pruning required is to thin out over-lapping branches and keep the center of 
the head open. These trees, where planted in good soils and where climatic 
conditions are favorable, will begin bearing nuts after three years from trans¬ 
planting. 
Prices of Grafted Chestnut Trees 
Each 10 
2 to 3 ft . $1.00 $8.00 
- Planted quite extensively in California, with very sat- 
Marron Uombale isfactory results. It is of French origin and quite 
superior to many of the other varieties of chestnuts. 
The nut is large, sweet and possesses a fine flavor. The foliage is glossy and 
presents a pleasing appearance as well as being a vigorous grower and pro¬ 
ductive. 
l I This is another one of French origin and is claimed by 
Marron a0 Lyon growers of chestnuts to be valuable. 
The nuts are roundish in shape and very large. The tree is a vigorous 
grower and is much prized for its ornamental appearance. 
