J. H. Shivers Plant Farms, Allen, Maryland 19 



From our experience, this variety is equal to any Everbearer and 
really has surpassed all, even the Mastodon over a test of several years. 
GROWTH OF PLANTS. Under most conditions, Gem will make 
a good bed of plants. The plants are very prolific. We have seen 
the runner plants put out blossom before they had taken root. The 
berries are medium to large in size, a bright red color and a very good 
| LUCKY STRIKE 
This variety of the everbearers is one of the best plant makers 
of them all. The plants are very healthy and vigorous. 
Size and Quality: The berries are large, have a nice green cap, 
light in color and are seedy like the Chesapeake. They are very 
attractive in the basket and are firm enough to carry well. 
Productiveness: Lucky strike plants are not as productive in the 
fall as some of the other everbearers. The spring crop is very heavy and 
the berries demand the top price, due to the attractive appearance. 
