f. e. mgallister, 22 dey st., new york.—high grade vegetable seeds. 
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until the seeds germinate, as plenty of moisture is 
essential to get a satisfactory growth. When about two 
inches high thin out and transplant so that they may 
stand two inches apart, and when the plants are four 
inches high, cut off the tops, which will cause them to 
grow stocky. The crop is usually made to succeed some 
earlier crop, and if good plants are used they may be 
set out as late as the middle of August, but the best 
results are usually obtained from setting about the 
middle of June or the first of July. The most desirable 
time will depend upon local climate, and is that which 
will bring the plants to maturity during cool moist 
weather. In setting prepare broad, shallow trenches 
about six inches deep and four feet apart, in which the 
plants should be set six inches apart, cutting off the outer 
leaves and pressing the soil firmly about the roots. When 
the plants are nearly full grown they should be 
‘•handled,” which is done by one man gathering the 
leaves together, while a second draws the earth about 
the plant to one-third its height, taking care that none 
of the earth falls between the leaves as it would be 
likely to cause them to rust or rot. After a few days 
draw more earth about them and repeat the process 
every few days until only the tops of the leaves are 
visible, or the leaves may be pressed together by two 
wide boards held firmly a few inches apart by cross ties 
and stakes, when in a few days more it will be fit for 
use. Care should be taken that the plants are not dis¬ 
turbed while they or the ground are wet, as it would be 
sure to injure them. A part of the crop may be simply 
“handled ” and then at the approach of severe freezing 
weather, taken up and set out compactly in a dark cellar 
or an unused cold frame, which can be kept just above 
the freezing point, and it will then gradually blanch so 
that it may be used throughout the winter. Should the 
plants begin to wilt water the roots without wetting the 
stocks or leaves and they will revive again. 
White Solid. An old standard variety. Per pkt., 10c.; 
oz., 30c.; lb., 80c.; lb., $3.00. 
Perfection Heartwell. The finest and largest of the 
winter’s sorts, either for the family or market garden. 
The heart is golden yellow, and its crisp tenderness 
and delicious flavor are unequalled Per pkt., 10c.; 
oz., 30c.; \i lb., 80c.; lb., $3.00. 
Golden Self-Blanching, A self-blanching variety of 
the “White Plume” order but much superior for either 
family or market gardener’s use; it is of a rich golden 
yellow color and is the earliest variety grown. Per 
pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.; 34 lb., $1.50; lb., $5.00. 
White Plume. An early and ornamental variety. Per 
pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; J4 lb., $1.00; lb., $4.00. 
Giant Pascal. This splendid variety possesses an unex- 
oeptionally rich nutty flavor without being stringy. 
The stalks are thick, solid and crisp ; golden yellow 
heart. Per pkt., 10c.; oz., 30c.; 341b., 80c.; lb., $3.00. 
Boston Market. Dwarf, branching habit; solid, crisp; 
but little else to recommend it. Per pkt., 10c.; oz., 
25c.; J4 lb., 75c.; lb., $2.50. 
Covent Garden Red. The red or rose Celeries are much 
superior in flavor to any of the white varieties. They 
are very ornamental on the table; are more solid, 
crisp, and are much better keepers. They need only 
to be tried to be appreciated. Per pkt., 10c.;oz., 40c.; 
341b., $1.00; lb., $4.00. 
New Rose. Excellent flavor; not quite so deep in color 
as the preceding. Per pkt., 10c.; oz., 40c.; 34 lb., 
$1.00; lb., $4.00. 
CELARIAC. 
OR TURNIP ROOTED CELERV. 
Culture.—A variety of Celery with turnip shaped 
roots, which are white-fleslied, tender, and possess the 
flavor of celery stalks. Sow the seed in the open ground 
in April, and treat the young plants the same way as 
Celery. Plant in shallow drills 12 inches apart, water¬ 
ing freely. As the growth advances, draw the earth to 
the plant, which tends to bleach the roots, making them 
more delicate and tender. 
Large Smooth. Finest variety yet introduced; very 
large and fine; roots of superior quality. Per pkt., 
10c.; oz.; 30c.; ty lb., 80c.; lb., $3.00. 
