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PETER HENDERSON A. CO.. NE W YORK 
HENDERSON’S VEGETABLE SEED 
NOVELTIES »»■> SPECIALTIES 
Henderson's "ASTOK" SWEET CORN 
Matures in from 56 to 60 Days Unusually Tender and Extremely Sweet 
Equal in Flavor to the Best Late Varieties Earlier Than 
Any Other REALLY Sweet Variety 
Henderson s "BABY BELL” PEPPER 
A GREAT PEPPER FOR A SMALL GARDEN 
CAN BE GROWN WITH SUCCESS BY THE VERIEST AMATEUR 
Probably no vegetable in the garden is a'waited ■with keener 
interest than the first ear of Sweet Corn. 
Until quite recently this was not an unalloyed pleasure, for the 
ordinary early varieties lack flavor, and soon become tough. The 
first improvement in the matter of quality came with Henderson’s 
Metropolitan, which was hailed with delight everywhere, not 
entirely on account of its earliness, but for the fact that it possessed 
the good flavor so characteristic of the later varieties. 
The distinctiveness of Henderson’s Astor is simply told. It is 
as early as the White Cob Cory, and fully equal in flavor to Metro¬ 
politan. This means that by the introduction of Henderson’s 
Astor the season for good Corn is lengthened by one week. 
Briefly, this is a smaller and earlier strain of White Cob Cory. 
The plant is from four to five feet high; sturdy in habit and bear¬ 
ing two ears set 18 inches from the ground. These have from 
eight to twelve rows of creamy-white grains, arranged in rows so 
compactly set together that the objectionable space between the 
rows so characteristic of inferior varieties is entirely eliminated. 
It has also a capacious husk, which effectually covers every por¬ 
tion of the ear, thus preserving its creamy color perfectly. The 
whole ear is of a size admirably suited for private use—sufficient 
in quantity, but not too large for the daintiest table. Price, ISc. 
pkt., 30c. pt., 50c. qt., $1.85 for 4 qts., $3.50 peck. 
Here is a Pepper that should be in every garden, as it can be grown to perfection by the yenest ama¬ 
teur. Notwithstanding the unfavorable summer of 1913, this variety presented a perfect picture in our 
trials from early summer to frost. Throughout the entire season it was possible to pick an abundance 
of fruits in all stages of growth, while other varieties were struggling for a mere existence against most 
unfavorable conditions; its ability to withstand extremes of climate is equalled only by its astonishing 
success in poor soils. These two remarkable characteristics establish its value for cultivation under any 
and all conditions. _ _ _ i , u • f 
The name “ Baby Bell” we think a happy inspiration, for it is a veritable gem of a plant, bearing Iruits 
of the old “Bell” shape. They are a trifle smaller, but are borne in such profusion that the plant 
presents a mass of waxy scarlet fruits completely obscuring the center of the plant. 
This waxy appearance of the fruit is unique, presenting the most vivid appearance, and compel¬ 
ling instant admiration. Our colored plate gives a good idea of its general size and shape; but no 
coloring can successfully reproduce its beauty in the natural state. ... i, m 
The flavor is exquisite. It has the inviting piquant taste of the best varieties, without the acnd 
pungent character which is quite distasteful to many. Price, 20c. pkt., 3 pkts. for 50c. 
Henderson's ''SWEETMEAT" Musk Melon 
PHENOMENALLY THICK FLESH REMARKABLE BEAUTY OF NETTING 
DELICATE LASTING FLAVOR—PERFECTLY MELTING CHARACTER 
The most fastidious and exacting epicure will be gratified by the delicious quality of 
Sweetmeat Musk Melon, while its appearance exhibits all the refinement of form, color, and 
netting so necessary to the perfect enjoyment of this delicious fruit. 
In exterior appearance it is very similar to the rounder types of Rocky Ford. The netting 
is of a bold, defined character, which adds greatly to the beauty of its appearance. The 
general color is a beautiful soft russet-green. The ribs are faintly lined with a lighter 
shade of cool green and very slightly depressed, giving an even surface to the fruit, which 
greatly enhances its appearance. It is about six inches in diameter, weighing about 2}^ lbs. 
The shape is oval, inclined to greater circumference than depth. Its remarkably deep 
flesh, combined with the smallest possible seed cavity, give it the maximum of most 
luscious flesh of a rich, sparkling creamy-green of fine texture. This merges into a pleasing 
salmon shade at the inner edge. 
The flavor is really superb. It possesses all the temptingly luscious flavor of the very best 
varieties, but has in addition a “lasting” flavor, happily described by one enthusiastic 
admirer as “pleasantly persistent.” Price, 15c. pkt., 4 pkts. for 50c. 
Henderson's Seeds can only be obtained from us direct 
We do not supply dealers 
