The data given in the descriptions of the different varieties 
is taken from our trial grounds where stocks are grown on 
non-irrigated land. In sections that have an abundance of 
rainfall or are irrigated some of the data for size and ma- 
turitv mav varv. However, allowances should he made for 
climatical differences and varieties should he considered in 
relation to each other. 
SEASON: 
The days shown are from date of planting until either pick¬ 
ing or canning stage. 
POD PHOTOGRAPHS: 
Half natural size. 
ESSENTIALLY SIMILAR VARIETIES: 
Are varieties which are nearly identical hut may he different 
in minor characters such as wilt resistance, or differ slightly 
in vegetative characteristics. 
CLOSELY GROUPED VARIETIES: 
Are similar in certain characters and may vary widely in 
other characteristics, such as maturity, seed type, height, etc., 
yet might be used as a substitute in special cases. 
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