


Early Scarlet Globe Radishes 



Mammoth 
Salsify 
RADIES (Ger.) Rad ishes RAVENELLO (It.) 
One ounce sows 100-foot row; 10 pounds to the acre. 
Sweet, crisp and colorful Radishes are usually those that have made a 
quick growth. Sown outdoors in early spring, re-seedings are made at 
bi-weekly intervals until August, many gardeners making an additional 
sowing in September. The seed is covered lightly, being thinned to stand 
1 to 2 inches between plants. The best results will be obtained on a 
sandy loam soil amply supplied with well-rotted manure. This is an 
ideal vegetable to plant between rows of less rapid germinators, such 
as parsnips. 
Early Scarlet Globe. Our strain of Scarlet Globe is a perfect oval 
shape, very early sort. Is superior and valuable for out-of-door culture, 
The color is a bright vermilion-scarlet and flesh pure white, crisp and 
of fine flavor. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; %4 1b., 25c; 1b., 75c. 
Comet. All-America Selection. Comet has the same qualities as Scarlet 
Globe, somewhat round in shape. Grows to fair size with a short top. 
The Comet has wonderful, long-standing qualities before getting pithy. 
In keeping and eating qualities, it ranks as a leader and it will remain 
crisp and white when all other early radishes get pithy. Color is 
bright scarlet, and taproots are thin. We recommend every radish 
grower to try this new strain. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; 14 lb., 35c; Ib., $1.25. 
Icicle. The best White Radish. A highly superior strain of this popular 
variety, the result of many years of rigid selection, Roots pure white 
with very slender tap root. Flesh very crisp and remains in good con- 
dition very long. Our stock of Icicle is carefully bred and critically 
selected. Expert supervision is given to the crop. You may plant with 
absolute confidence. 25 days. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15c; 4% Ib., 25c; 1b., 75c. 
SPARKLER WHITE TIP. The roots of this variety are round, smooth, 
dull scarlet-red, with the lower one-third of the root white. The flesh 
is mild, white, crisp and tender. A very attractive Radish bunched 
for market and when served on the table because of its two-color skin. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 1%4 Ib., 25c; lb., 85c. 
CINCINNATI MARKET. The most select strain of the Long Scarlet 
Short Top type. The roots grow 6 to 7 inches long, and are bright 
scarlet with very brittle flesh. Our stock is very short-topped; excel- 
lent for outdoors. 27 days. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 14 1b., 25c; 1b., 75c. 
WHITE STRASBURG. Good summer Radish for home and market gar- 
den. Roots become 5 inches long 1% to 2 inches in diameter at the 
shoulder; tapered; smooth; white flesh, firm, crisp. 40 days. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 15c; 1% lb., 25c; Ih., 85c. 
Holmes’ Royal Red. A selection of Radish that is a considerable 
advancement. The roots are completely ball-shaped, with very fine tap 
root and remarkably quick in forming. The color is a uniform rich 
glowing scarlet. The foliage is small, and it is especially adapted for 
forcing as well as open ground planting. Remember, it is the first on 
the market. 20 days. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; %4 lb., 45c; lb., $1.50. 
CRIMSON GIANT. Maturing in about the same time as Early Scarlet 
Globe, this Radish produces roots nearly twice the size, of perfect 
globe shape, with white flesh and deep red skin. 28 days. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 4% Ilhb., 25c; lb., 85c. 
FRENCH BREAKFAST, Olive-shaped; rosy scarlet with white tip. A 
quick-growing variety of excellent quality. 25 days. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; %4 lb., 25c; 1b., 75c. 
MIXED RADISHES. All kinds, colors and shapes. Just what is wanted 
for the home garden where the space is limited. One sowing is all 
that is required for a continuous supply. 
PEt., 5c; oz., 10c; %4 lb., 25c; lhb., 75c. 
Winter Radishes 
WHITE CHINESE or CELESTIAL. An extra-fine, white, cylindrical 
Radish. When fully matured, roots will average from 6 to 8 inches 
long and 2% to 3 inches in diameter. White skin; flesh pure white, 
compact, crisp. 55 days. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 4% lb., 25c; 1b., 85c. 
ROUND BLACK SPANISH. Roots round. 3% to 4 inches in diameter. 
Skin black; flesh white, firm and crisp. Very pungent but finely fla- 
vored. 55 days. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 4% Ib., 25c; 1b., 85c. 
LONG BLACK WINTER, Produces roots with black skin. Flesh white, 
crisp, well flavored. This will keep better than other winter varieties. 
55 days. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15¢c; % Ib., 25c; lb., 85c. 
CHINA ROSE. Roots heavier at lower end, deep rose-red color; flesh 
white, crisp, firm; 4 to 5 inches long. 50 days. 
Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15c; 4% lb., 25c; lb., 85c, 
THE HOLMES SEED COMPANY, CANTON, OHIO 
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