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Michell’s 
Choice 
BEET SEED 
Betterave (Fr.) Salatrube 
Barbabietola (Ital.) 
One ounce will sow a row 50 feet long; 
5 pounds, an acre 
(Ger. ) 
Sow in drills 1 foot apart and 1 inch deep, 
as early as the ground can be worked; when 
the plants are large enough; thin to stand 
4 inches apart in the row. For an early crop 
in hotbed sow the seed in early March, while 
for a winter supply sow about July 10 out- 
doors. 
Crimson Globe. 56 days. Rich deep red Beets, 
almost round, with a distinct delicious flavor, 
and very tender. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 1% Ib., 
S0cral/>) Ibi, S$ lab: 
Crosby’s Egyptian. (Special Strain.) 51 days. A 
special selection of the usual strain and re- 
peated tests have proved it to be a darker 
red and much earlier. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; 
Wq Ib., $1.25; Yo Ib., $2.30. 
Crosby’s Egyptian. (Usual Strain.) 51 days. Es- 
pecially desirable on account of its rich 
blood-red color throughout. Early, and one 
of the best table Beets. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 
Y4 |b., 90c; Yo Ib., $1.75. 
Detroit Dark Red. (Michell’s Special Strain.) 
6 days. Carefully reselected seed from 
the choicest, most uniform roots. Found 
superior to the usual type of Detroit Beet. 
Aue oz., 40c; VW Ib., $1.25; Y Ib., 
2.30. 
Detroit Dark Red. (Usual Strain.) 56 days. Pkt., 
NOG oz, SOC =A Iby.90e. Worlbt, Silerioe 
Early Wonder. 58 days. Extra-early, globe- 
shaped, with deep blood-red, tender flesh. 
Pity. lOc. Oz. 950C/4slby490C a) oulDs wa lalo. 
Good-for-All. 63 days. This new variety ma- 
tures nearly as early as Crosby’s Egyptian 
and is suitable for table or canning when 
half grown. It is dark red, almost globular 
in size and shape, and has a medium-sized 
topsnPkt- LOG Noz SOG as Ib, .90ceVouiby, 
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Lentz Early. 52 days. Fine for sowing in hot- 
beds and early outdoors. Flesh red, with 
zone of lighter shades. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; 
YW Ib., $1.25; VY Ib., $2.30. 
Michell’s Winter Keeper. 78 days. Globe- 
shaped Beet with rich red, tender, sweet 
flesh. One of the best winter varieties. Pkt., 
W5c0z) 40c. 1/4. Ibi) $1255.15" Ibs, $2:30. 

Mangel-Wurzel 
Sow five pounds per acre during April and 
May, in thoroughly plowed, well-manured soil, 
in drills about 2 feet apart, and thin out 
to 1 foot apart in the row. Keep the weeds 
down.by frequent -hoeing and cultivating. Low 
ground is best for Mangel-Wurzels. 
Golden Tankard. 102 days. The best long 
yellow Mangel. Matures earlier than other 
large sorts. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; 1% Ib., $1.25; 
Yr |b., $2.30. 
Lane’s Improved White Sugar. 100 days. 
Attains an enormous size, growing con- 
siderably above the ground. One of the 
best for stock-feeding. Pkt., 10c; oz., 
25¢3 4 Ibi, dG. 5. Iba Sk25. 
Mammoth Long Red. 110 days. An eor- 
mously productive variety, yielding trom 
50 to 75 tons to the acre, a single root 
often weighing from 20 to 40 pounds. 
The best long red Mangel. Pkt., 10c; 
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Borage 
An herb whose leaves are used as a 
salad. Pkt., 25c; YW oz., 60c; > oz., $1.00; 
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Broccoli Swiss Chard 
Broccoli (Fr.) Sparkelkohl (Ger.) : SPINACH BEET 
Broculi (Ital.) Poire (Fr.) BeisskohI (Ger.) 
Bieta (Ital.) 
One ounce will produce 3000 plants 
Resembles cauliflower and often grown 
where the latter does not thrive. Culture is 
similar. 
One ounce will sow a row about 50 feet long. 
_ Can be used in five weeks after sowing, and 
is @ continuous crop until killed by frost. Cul- 
tivated for the leaves which are used for 
Early Green Calabrese. 70 days. Much sought 9feens; the outer leaves only should be care- 
by the Italian trade, and is quite popular in 
American gardens. After the fair-sized 
green head is cut from the main stalk, new 
sprouts develop into small, loose heads. 
Petri 6721/5102.9 > 0crIoz S0c 1/f Ibs 52550: 
Rapa or 40-Day. A very early type of sprout- 
ing Broccoli, producing many small heads. 
The seed is usually broadcast thickly. Cut 
when about 10 to 12 inches high, just before 
the heads burst into bloom. Suitable for 
early spring or fall sowing. Makes very fine 
greens. Pkt., 10c; 14 oz., 20c; oz., 35c; 
VY Ib., $1.00; 14 lb., $1.90. 
White Cape. 70 days. Forms creamy white 
heads of good flavor, quite equal to cauli- 
flower. Pkt., 15c; Wy oz., 60c; oz., $1.00; 
VY |b., $3.00; Y Ib., $5.50. 
LAGS RABBIT CHASER. Spray on plants and 
vegetables to repel rabbits. Will not burn 
or harm plants or rabbits. 4-o0z. bottle with 
directions, 50c. 
ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET CHANGES 
BRUSSELS SPROUTS 
Chou de Bruxelles (Fr.) Rosekohl (Ger.) 
Berza de Brussels (Ital.) 
One ounce will produce about 3000 plants 
fully pulled from the plant and the foliage 
part separated from the rib in preparing to 
cook. Chard is served like spinach which it 
resembles in taste; the ribs when boiled and 
served with melted butter are the equal of 
the finest asparagus. 
Dark Green Curled. 55 days. Large, dark 
green leaves with silvery white stems, ten- 
der and of fine flavor. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; 
Y4 |b., $1.35; \ Ib., $2.50. 
Giant Lucullus. 50 days. Very tall growing, 
with crinkly leaves often 2 feet long. Beau- 
tiful ornamental plant for any garden. Pkt., 
T5c7 0Z., 40c* V4 {b:, $1.35; Welb.» $2250; 
Fordhook Giant. 55 days. A recent introduction 
of real merit. The leaf is dark green, heav- 
ily crumpled as in Lucullus. Midrib is wide 
and thick, with a good white color. The plant 
is strong, sturdy and a good grower. Pkt., 
15c; oz., 40c; 14 Ib., $1.35; > lb., $2.50. 
Catnip (Herb) 
For making tea; a cat tonic, etc. Leaves 
and young shoots used for seasoning. Pkt., 25c; 
VY oz., $1.50; Y% oz., $2.50; oz., $4.00. 
Chamomile 
Herb with medicinal qualities. Pkt., 25c; 
VY oz., $1.50; Yo oz., $2.50; oz., $4.00. 
ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET CHANGES 

Sow seed about May 15 and transplant when 
about 4 inches high, in rows 3 feet apart, 
2 feet apart in the row. When heads begin to 
crowd, the lower leaves should be broken from 
the stem of the plant to give them plenty of 
room. Best for cooking after slight frost. 
Michell’s Mammoth Fancy. 70 days. We have 
an exceptionally fine strain of these Sprouts. 
Compact, dwarf type, having stems covered 
with fancy, solid Sprouts. Pkt., 15c; \% oz., 
80c; oz., $1.50; VY Ib., $4.50. 
Long Island Half-Dwarf. 70 days. Compact 
heads. Very productive. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 
80c; oz., $1.50; 14 Ib., $4.50. 
Matchless Improved. 70 days. Pkt., 
o0z., 80c; oz., $1.50; 4 Ib., $4.50. 
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BRUSSELLS SPROUTS PLANTS. 100, $1.50; 
1000, $12.00. Ready in July. 
Caraway 
Herb used for flavoring, etc. Pkt., 25c; 4 

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