WISEMAN-DOWNS CO., INC. - 34 E. PRATT ST. - BALTIMORE, MD. 
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LETTUCE 
CULTURE.—Lettuce seed germinates very quickly and 
may be planted as soon as the ground is workable in the 
early Spring. The seed should be sown in rows about 18 
inches apart, covering not more than ^ inch deep. The 
loose leaf type may be thinned to an inch or so apart as 
soon as a few leaves are formed, and when large enough for 
the table, they may be thinned as used. Lettuce to be at its 
best, should be grown as rapidly as possible; hence the soil 
should be made as rich and friable as possible by liberal 
manuring and thorough preparation. For Winter, sow under 
glass from November to February and thin out as necessary 
to prevent crowding. Keep a moderate heat and give all the 
light and air possible. One ounce will produce about 2,000 
plants. 
BIG BOSTON 
Popular for outdoor culture; also much in demand as a 
compact, large-heading, forcing sort. Plants large, very 
hardy and vigorous. Leaves broad, comparatively smooth, 
but wavy at edge, thin, very hard and crisp. Color bright 
light green, the head slightly tinged with reddish-brown. 
Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, M lb. 30c, lb. $1.00. 
NEW YORK or WONDERFUL 
The outstanding shipping variety, commonly called Ice¬ 
berg by the produce trade. A large, globe shaped, curled, 
heading lettuce with dark green leaves of a very thick tex¬ 
ture. Heads are well blanched, sweet and of excellent 
quality. The seed we offer is of a special strain and is noted 
for large size heads. Pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, lb. 5Dc, lb. $1.50. 
WHITE BOSTON OR UNRIVALLED 
This new variety differs from the regular Big Boston as it 
does not have the red tinge on the edge of leaves. Suitable 
for planting in early Spring or Fall. Leaves are of a greenish 
white, very large handsome heads. Pkt. 10c oz. 20c, }4 lb. 
50c, lb. $1.53. 
GRAND RAPIDS 
The plant is upright and forms a loose cluster of large, 
thin, bright green leaves, savoyed, finely crimped at edges. 
The leaves do not wilt quickly after cutting, so that the 
variety will stand shipping long distances better than most 
sorts. Very attractive and desirable for garnishing. Pkt. 10c, 
oz. 15c, \i lb. 40c, lb. $1.25. 
SIMPSON’S EARLY CURLED 
Leaves light green, slightly frilled and much blistered, 
crisp, sweet and tender. Especially adapted for sowing 
thickly and cutting when the plants are young. Pkt. 10c, 
oz. 15c, ^ lb. 40c, lb. $1.25. 
W.-D. CO/S SUMMER HEADER 
Will stand the summer heat better than most sorts, and 
will make beautiful solid heads. Leaves are of a beautiful 
green and are very tender and buttery. Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, 
M lb. 40c, lb. $1.25. 
ALL SEASONS 
One of the best year round lettuces suitable for plant¬ 
ing in Spring, Summer, or Fall. Stand the heat well. Heads 
green, with inner leaves of golden yellow. Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, 
U lb. 30c, lb. $1.00. 
MAY KING 
A handsome, extremely early, compact, cabbage or head¬ 
ing variety, forming very firm heads of medium size and 
excellent quality. Color light yellowish-green, tinged with 
reddish-brown when mature. Inner leaves blanch rich golden 
yellow; very tender and buttery. Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, lb. 30c, 
lb. $1.00. 
ROMAINE or PARIS WHITE COS 
Cos Lettuce is distinct in having long, narrow, spoon¬ 
shaped leaves, folding into loose, sugar loaf-shaped heads, 
which blanch better by having the outer leaves drawn 
about them and tied. Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, lb. 30c, lb. $1.00. 
DEFIANCE 
This sort stands the Summer heat better than any other. 
Forms very large and firm heads. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c, lb. 40c, 
lb. $1.25. 
PRIZEHEAD 
Medium sized plant composed of many curled leaves. The 
leaves are bright green, well bronzed at the edges. Grows 
quickly and has a fine flavor. Pkt. 10c, oz. 15c, lb. 40c, 
lb. $1.25. 
To Have a Good Garden, You Must Plant Good Seeds 
