J. H. Shivers Plant Farms, Allen, Maryland 9 
PLANT GROWTH: The demand 
for this variety last spring proves 
that it is still the most popular ear¬ 
ly berry yet introduced. I regret¬ 
ted that I was unable to fill all ord¬ 
ers for this variety last spring. 
I have as fine a bed of Premier plants for the spring orders as 
any one and I am sure I will not have to disappoint you. 
Premier not only does well over a large territory but it will grow 
on nearly all types of soil, producing a good growth of plants that is 
as near frost proof as any variety yet originated. 
SIZE, QUALITY AND PRODUCTIVENESS: The berries are a med¬ 
ium red in color, have a medium size green cap that will stay green 
throughout the season under favorable conditions. I still think a 
a quart of Premier berries that have been grown right and picked well 
has a very handsome appearance and is attractive as any variety in 
its box. The quality will compare well with most other varieties. It 
is moderately firm and looks well. Good for local market or long 
truck shipments but do not advise it for ice shipments. 
Rockingham Co., Va., April 19, 1937. 
I received my order of 5000 plants on April 5. They were in fine 
shape and the finest plants I ever got. They look very good. Please 
send me 300 more to finish my patch if you have them (Premier). I 
know where to order my plants from now on. Harry E. May. 
PREMIER 
(Howard 17) 
