
ASPARAGUS 
CULTURE. When starting the seeds in beds, it is advisable to soak the seeds in water for 
24 hours before planting. This makes germination more rapid and certain. Sow in Febru- 
ary in beds broadcasted or in rows. When plants are well established, thin to about an inch 
apart. Hoe frequently during the summer. Plants will be ready to set in a permanent bed 
the following January, in soil worked to a depth of 16 to 18 inches. Leave the rows 3 ot 
4 feet apart, with at least 6 inches of soil over the roots. Shoots will be more rounded and 
tender by applying manure between rows and 2 pounds of nitrate of soda or ammonium 
sulphate to the square rod. Light sandy soil is preferable. 
MARY WASHINGTON. An improved and selected strain of Martha 
Washington. Earlier and larger than the original. Shoots are firm 
and very tender. 1 oz. 15c; 4 oz. 40c; 1 Ib. $1.25 postpaid. 
PARADISE. A new asparagus that comes into production one year 
earlier than any other variety. Paradise asparagus set out in the 
Spring grows rapidly, developing extra large plants THAT SAME 
YEAR. It is very similar in appearance to the Martha Washington 
variety, and highly resistant to rust. Excellent variety for freezing. 
1 oz. 50c; 4 oz. $1.50; 1 lb. $4.00, postpaid. 
BEANS 
CULTURE. Sandy soil preferred in early spring, but heavy loam is 
best in summer. Plant the seeds when the ground is properly moist- 
ened and pulverized. Drills or rows should be at least 20 inches 
apart. If soil is heavy, one-half inch is deep enough; plant about an 
inch deeper in sandy soil. Do not plant in soil that is too wet, nor 
irrigate immediately after planning. Do not permit the soil to dry. 
For home gardening, use a hose to water if possible at roots and 
never spray plants. ' 

Paradise 
BUSH BEANS 
BLACK WAX PROLIFIC. Early, very productive with handsome golden yellow round 
pods. Brittle, stringless and fine quality. Favored mostly for mid-summer gardenings. 
Plant from April to August. 4 lb. 15c; 1 Ib. 30c; 10 Ibs. $2.50, postpaid. 100 Ibs. $15.00, 
F. O. B. Hollister. 
STRINGLESS GREEN POD. Good for market; fleshy, stringless. Tender pods about 5% 
inches long. 14 Ib. 15¢; 1 Ib. 30c; 10 Ibs. $2.50 postpaid. 
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