
BROOKLYN, N. Y. e RELIABLE SEEDS 
SPINAGH szesriiz 
First sowings should be made as soon as the ground is open in spring. Sow 
seed dinch deep in drills 1 foot apart and every two weeks thereafter for suc- 
cession. Sowings made during September usually grow large enough to winter 
over and with little protection afford Spinach very early the following spring. A 
rich soil is essential to obtain best results. 
4 (Reselected.) The popular fall Spinach so 
Bloomsdale Savoy leaved. largely grown for market. Grows upright, 
the leaves being crumpled, dark green, and very thick. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 
4lb. 35 cts., lb. 60 cts., lb. $1. 
Improved Thick-leaved. This handsome strain of Spinach is especially useful 
for spring and summer sowing. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4lb. 35 cts., %lb. 60 cts., 
lb. $1. 






Lon Season Leaves are decidedly dark green in color, very broad, thick, and fleshy. 
Long oeason. It resists the summer heat remarkably well, in fact better than all 
others, and remains a long time in condition for use before going to seed. Pkt. 10 cts., 
oz. 15 cts., lb. 35 cts., lb. 60 cts., lb. $1. 
Long-standing. Succeeds well in almost all seasons and, though rather slow growing, 
it is a very fine, large, dark green-leaved Spinach. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 41b. 35 ets., 
Lélb. 60 cts., lb. $1. 
= ; Since its introduction, this variety has become 
Long standing Bloomsdale. very popular with our market-gardeners. Quite 
similar to the old Bloomsdale Savoy, but the dark green, crumpled leaves are 
thicker and a little more round. It stands unfavorable weather conditions without 
bolting to seed as well as any variety we know. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4lb. 35 cts., 
Lélb. 60 cts., lb. $1. 
Round Thick-leaved. nee Le Bug Broccoli, Rab or Italian Turnip 
most desirable for the 
home-garden, either for early or late planting. ad hae Wut cepees ae shoots. Used 
The round, slightly crumpled leaves are both & j 3 pate 
tender and of good quality. 
Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 1b. 
35 cts., %lb. 60 cts., lb. $1. 
New Zealand. Distinct 
from the ordinary Spinach 
in appearance. The plants 
are more spreading in 
growth with small, very 
dark green leaves, which 
may be had throughout 
the hot summer months. 
Sow seed outdoors during 
May, dropping about 
three seeds in hills 2 feet 
apart each way. Pkt. 
10 cts., 4%oz. 15 cts., oz. 
DoeCts., 24 lan Os Chisels 
$2.50. 


Cannot Supply 
Improved Thick- 
leaved 
Long Season 
: Long Standing 
Rhubarb Round Thick-leaved 
RHUBARB 
Should be sown during April or May in drills 1 foot apart, covering the seed 
about Zinch. Later thin out the seedlings to 4 inches apart and in the fall trans- 
plant to permanent beds of well-enriched soil, setting plants not less than 3 feet 
apes They will be in condition for use the following year. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 
Zlb. 50 cts. 


RHUBARB ROOTS 
Rhubarb may be had one year earlier by planting roots than by sowing the seed. 
We offer fine, extra-strong roots during April, which is the best month for setting 
them out. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. If by parcel post, add postage at zone rate, 
Weight, 1 lb. each. 
SALSIFY, or OYSTER PLANT 
One ounce will sow 75 feet of drill 
_ This vegetable is best grown in a rich, deep but loose soil. Sow seed about 1 
inch deep from April to June 15 in drills 12 inches apart. Later thin out to 4 inches 
in the row. They are usually ready for use in September but become more delicate 
in flavor after a light frost. 
Mammoth Sandwich Island. The roots are white, extra long, straight, and 
very tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 ets., 1b. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Salsify, Mammoth Sandwich Island 
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