Asparagus Roots 
Large, heavy crowns with numer¬ 
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our exceptional soil and long growing 
season large enough to satisfy cus¬ 
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U. S. Dept. Agr., Farmers' Bulletin 
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preferred. Has been proved produce 
larger and more valuable crops than 
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