Mr. Forrister and Son, Stalk of 
Rhubarb and Baseball Bat 
Burgess’ Colossal Rhubarb 
One Stalk Sufficient for a Pie; 
Here is the Proof 
"Your records will show that I pur¬ 
chased three roots of your Burgess’ 
Colossal Rhubarb in the spring of 1937. 
The enclosed photograph gives tangible 
evidence of the size this rhubarb will 
grow. The stalk shown Is 7% inches in 
circumference, 24 inches long and weighs 
2 pounds and 2 ounces. Its flavor is de¬ 
licious. The grower and his son are the 
people in the photograph.”—Lore G. For¬ 
rister, Shrewsbury, Mass., July 17, 1938. 
VVe are not selling roots of this variety 
seed. Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.00. 
1 to 2 lbs. Each; 1 V2 to 2 ft. Long 
We believe that Burgess’ New Colossal is 
much larger than any other Rhubarb ever pro¬ 
duced. It is not at all uncommon to cut stalks 
2 feet in length and from 6 to nearly 7 Inches 
in circumference. When grown on rich soil 
and given good care, the stalks .should average 
close to 1% lbs. each. One stalk is sufficient 
for a pie. It is by far the most productive 
variety of Rhubarb. It is more tender than 
other varieties, even the matured stalks cook¬ 
ing up tender. It is not as sour as other varie¬ 
ties, requiring less sugar. The quality is un¬ 
equaled. We have the entire supply of this 
wonderful new variety, so you can not secure 
it elsewhere. 
this year, but can supply a limited amount of 
New Ruby 
Rhubarb 
STRAWBERRY COLOR 
WHEN COOKED 
Stalks are very tender, do not grow large, and are intensely red — even the inside of the 
stalk is red clear through. When cooked or canned it is as red as strawberry sauce. Mild 
and delicious, requiring a minimum quantity of sugar. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; lb., $1.20; 
lb., $4.00, postpaid. Roots, 50c each: 3 for $1.25; 12 for $4.50, postpaid. 
VICTORIA 
Popular standard variety; heavy yielder of excellent quality. Pkt., 
lOc; oz., 16c; 44 lb., 40c; lb., $1.20; 2 lbs., $2.15; 5 lbs., $5.00, post¬ 
paid. Roots, 25c each; 4 for 60c; 12 for $1.25, postpaid. By express, not prepaid, 50 for 
$3.50; 100 for $6.00. 
Burgess* Disease-Treated Spinach Seed 
One ounce to 100 feet of row; 8 to 10 lbs. per acre in drills. 
GIANT THICK LEAVED (Nobel). An excellent early spinach that is more long 
standing than most varieties, grows rapidly, and is the largest spinach grown. 
Plants 10 inches high and 2 feet across. Large arrow-shaped leaves, rather smooth, 
only slightly crumpled, very thick, of handsome green color, unusually tender and 
of the finest quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb-, 17c: lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., 
$1.50; 10 lbs., $2.80, postpaid. By express, not prepaid, 25 lbs., $4.25. 
KING OF DENMARK. A valuable variety which forms compact bushes with round, 
thick, crumpled leaves of rich dark green color. It remains in good condition after 
nearly all other varieties have run to seed. Pkt., 5c; pz., lOc; 44 lb., 17c; lb., 40c; 
2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.80, postpaid. By express, not prepaid, 25 
lbs., $4.25. 
PRINCESS JULIANA. A very productive second-early variety, which is claimed 
by many to be the finest Spinach yet introduced. The first plants of Spinach to 
blossom are the male plants. Princess Juliana is a type without male plants, which 
causes it to remain in prime condition longer than other sorts. The leaves are of 
good size, very dark green, well crumpled and thick. Valuable for spring or autumn 
planting. Pkt., 5c: oz., lOc; 44 ib., 17c: lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., 
$2.80, postpaid. By express, not prepaid, 25 lbs., $4.25. 
New Zealand or Everbearing Spinach 
(Hot Weather Spinach) 
A distinct type of Spinach with small green leaves, which make large, bushy 
plants, often 3 feet in diameter. Only the young leaves and tips of branches are 
used, and the more they are picked the faster the plant grows. It will give fine 
greens all summer and fall. Especially suited to dry and arid locations where other 
varieties do not do well. The only kind that can be successfully grown in extremely 
hot weather. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 22c; lb., 60c; 2 lbs., $1.00; 5 lbs., $2.25; 
10 lbs., $4.20, postpaid. By express, not prepaid, 25 lbs., $7.25. 
Bloomsdale Long Standing Savoy Spinach 
BLOOMSDALE LONG STANDING SAVOY. 
Very attractive, highly crumpled dark green 
leaves. Resembles the old Savoy, but stands 
heat better and holds 12 to 14 days longer 
before throwing seed stalks. Pkt., 5c: oz., 
lOc; 44 lb., 17c; lb., 40c: 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., 
$1.50; 10 lbs., $2.80, postpaid. By express, 
not prepaid, 25 lbs., $4.25. 
Salsify 
Oyster Plant 
One ounce to 75 feet of row. 
MAMMOTH SANDWICH 
ISLAND. Salsify or Vege¬ 
table Oyster is grown like 
Parsnip. For winter use dig 
in the fall. Much Improved 
in flavor if left in the 
ground over winter and used 
as an early spring vegetable. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 18c; 44 lb-, 
50c: lb., $1.60; 2 lb.s., 
$2.90; 5 lbs., $6.80, post¬ 
paid. 
TOBACCO 
One ounce for 5,000 plants. 
Grow your own Tobacco and 
have a supply of pure, unadul¬ 
terated natural leaf that has not 
been “doped” or “doctored.” 
CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF. 
The leading variety in the North¬ 
ern States. Can be successfully 
grown in the far North. Pkt., 
lOc; oz., 35c; 44 lb., $1.00; lb., 
$3.50, postpaid. 
FINE HAVANA. Extra select 
strain; large leaf; one of the 
earliest. Pkt., lOc; oz., 35c; 44 
lb., $1,00; lb., $3.50, postpaid. 
IMPROVED WHITE BURLEY. 
Popular variety for chewing. Pkt., 
lOc; oz., 35c: 44 lb., $1.00; lb., 
$3.50, postpaid. 
Purple Top White Globe Turnip 
Rutabagas, or Swedes 
One ounce for 200 feet of row; l >/2 to 2 lbs. per 
acre in drills.* 
Rutabagas require a longer season than turnips, 
so should be sown earlier, or about the middle of 
June. 
IMPROVED AMERICAN PURPLE TOP YEL¬ 
LOW. The best yellow variety; fine flavor. Pkt., 
5c; oz., lOc: 44 lb., 22c: lb., 60c: 2 lbs., $1.05; 
5 lbs., $2.40,: 10 lbs., $4.50, postpaid. 
SPECIAL LONG ISLAND. A more productive 
selection from Improved American Purple Top 
Yellow. Larger roots, with small neck and tap 
root. Flesh firm, sweet and tender. Pkt., 8c; oz., 
12c; 44 lb., 25c: lb., 70c; 2 lbs., $1.25; 5 lbs., 
$2.80; 10 lbs., $5.25, postpaid. 
MONARCH OR ELEPHANT. Mammoth yellow 
variety; yields enormous crops. Grown princi¬ 
pally for stock feeding, but is good for table use. 
I’kt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 25c: lb., 65c; 2 lbs., 
$1.15: 5 lbs., $2.60; 10 lbs., $4.85, postpaid. 
SWEET RUSSIA. Excellent keeper; flesh white, 
very firm and sweet. Pkt., 5c; oz.. lOc: 44 lb., 
22c: lb., 60c: 2 lbs., $1.05; 5 lbs., $2.40; 10 lbs., 
$4.50, postpaid. 
TURNIPS 
One ounce for 200 ft. row; l/a ^ lbs. per acre in drills. 
AMBER GLOBE, or LARGE YELLOW. The best large 
yellow late sort. Skin light yellow; flesh yellow, firm: and 
sweet. Fine for table use and stock feeding. A good 
cropper and keeps in perfect condition until spring. Pkt., 
5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 20c; lb., 50c: 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., 
$2.00; 10 lbs., $3.75, postpaid. 
GOLDEN BALL 
The best early yellow Tur¬ 
nip. Not of large size, but 
firm and of excellent flavor. Keeps well. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., lOc; 44 lb., 22c: lb., 60c; 2 lbs., $1.05; 5 lbs., 
$2.40; 10 lbs., $4.50, postpaid. 
EXTRA EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN. The earliest 
Turnip grown. The bulb is flat, of medium size; white, 
with a bright purple top ; and in quality the best. Planted 
extensively for first market crop, but not as well suited for 
summer planting. Reaches marketable size in 40 days. 
Pkt., 5c: oz., lOc; 44 lb., 25c; lb., 65c; 2 lbs., $1.15; 
5 lbs., $2.60; 10 lbs., $4.85, postpaid. 
EARLY PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAF. The standard 
early variety. Roots broad and flat, of medium size; 
white, purple top. Extensively sown for table use and 
stock feeding. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 20c: lb., 50c; 
2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.75, postpaid. 
PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE. The most popular white 
Turnip for fall and winter use. Flesh pure white, fine 
grained and of fine flavor. Heavy yielder and splendid 
keeper. Desirable for table or stock. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 
44 lb., 20c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., 
$3.75, postpaid. 
PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE SPECIAL. A more uni¬ 
form and productive selection from our regular strain. 
Pkt., 8c: oz., 12c: 44 lb.. 22c: lb., 60c: 2 lbs., $1.05; 
5 lbs., $2.40; 10 lbs., $4.50, postpaid. 
WHITE EGG. A quick growing, egg-shaped, smooth, 
pure white variety. Flesh firm, .sweet and mild. Adapted 
to either spring or fall sowing. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 
20c; lb., 55c: 2 lbs., $1.00; 5 lbs., $2.20; 10 lbs., $4.10, 
postpaid. 
COW HORN. 12 to 15 inches long by 3 inches across; 
white, green top; grows partly above the ground; sweet 
and of fine flavor. Very valuable as a soil enrlcher. 
Can be sown broadcast on stubble ground, will grow on 
poor, worn-out soil, and if plowed under will enrich it 
as much as a crop of clover. Pkt., 5c; oz., lOc; 44 lb., 
20c: lb., 50c: 2 lbs., 90c: 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.75, 
postpaid. 
JAPANESE FOLIAGE TURNIP. Edible tops and 
roots. Will grow and thrive in hot, dry weather, giving 
an abundance of both greens and sweet, tender turnips 
of excellent quality. Tops ready to cut in about 4 
weeks; roots pure white. Pkt., 5c: oz., lOc: 44 lb., 20c; 
lb., 55c; 2 lbs., $1.00; 5 lbs., $2.20; 10 lbs., $4.10. 
postpaid. 
Improved Purple Top Yellow Rutabaga 
BURGESS SEED & PLANT CO. 
25 
GALESBURG. MICHIGAN 
