
PEPPERS 
For early peppers sow the seed in hot beds in December and 
January. Transplant as soon as weather and soil in your local- 
ity will permit, 18 inches apart in rows 30 inches apart. For 
later crop you may also sow seed in February and March. 
Pepper seed germinates slowly and needs a hot bed to germi- 
nate in winter months, 
California Wonder. (72 days) A very vigorous pepper, with 
large blocky fruits, having thick flesh walls, which are crisp, 
mild, and juicy. Skin very smooth, and an attractive rich green 
color. The best variety for California, and outstanding for 
stuffing and serving whole, Pkt. 10c, 1 0z. 50c, 4 Ib. $2.00, 
1 Ib. $6.00. 
Chinese Giant. A large pepper heavily produced on well 
branched, vigorous and stocky plants growing to a height of 
2 feet. Our strain is of excellent quality due to the close atten- 
tion given to selection, however, the side walls are not as 
thick as California Wonder. Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 60c, % Ib. $2.00, 
1 Ib. $6.06, postpaid. 
Pimiento. (72 days) An excellent, attractive and very produc- 
tive variety. The fruits are medium sized, smooth and cone- 
shaped. The meat is thick and of a fine sweet flavor. This sort 
is largely used by canners, but is equally valuable for salads 
and for stuffing, Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 50c, % Ib. $1.75, 1 Ib. $5.00. 
Anaheim Chili. (83 days) Late. This hot pepper is largely 
grown, and is used dried and for canning. Fruits are 6 to 8 
inches long, and about 1 inch through. Tapered; mildly pun- 
gent flavor. Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 50c, % Ib. $1.75, 1 Ib. $5.00. 
Long Red Cayenne, (70 days) Deep green when young, bright 
red when ripe. Strong pungent fruits, 4 inches long, 1 inch 
thick, twisted and pointed. Especially good for drying. Pkt. 
10e, 1 oz. 50c, % Ib. $2.00, 1 Ib. $6.00. 
Floral Gem. (70 days) 1144 inches in diameter, 114 to 3 inches 
long, cone shaped. This pepper turns from green to a beauti- 
ful waxy yellow at which time it is marketed, When mature 
it is red. Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 75c, % Ib. $2.00, 1 Ib. $7.50. 
RHUBARB ROOTS 
The plants we offer are one year old and will produce a good 
crop the first season. 
Giant Winter Crimson. 25c¢ each, $2.50 per doz., postpaid to 
fourth zone, 
Cherry. 25¢ each, $2.50 doz., postpaid to fourth zone. 
RUTABAGA OR SWEDISH TURNIP 
CULTURE—Same as for common turnip, but if anything, less 
exacting in care. 
Yellow Purple Top. (100 days) The old, popular standard sort 
both for stock feeding and table use; flesh yellow, solid and 
sweet, Is globe shaped, of large size, fine quality and an ex- 
cellent keeper. Pkt. 5c, 1 oz. 15¢e, % Ib. 50e, 1 Ib. $1.50. 
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER 
CULTURE—Sow in early spring, 1 inch deep, in drills 1 foot 
apart and thin young plants to 3 or 4 inches in the row. The 
soil should be deep and loose, and never allowed to get dry. 
General care same as for parsnips and carrots. Plant 1 ounce 
to 100-foot row, or 6 pounds to the acre. 
Sandwich Island Salsify. The largest and most delicious salsify 
in cultivation, with long, white tapering roots, Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 
20c, % Ib. 65e, 1 Ib. $2.00. 
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RADISH 
Radish seed may be sown as early as the ground can be worked. 
Sow seeds thinly, and cover with about % inch of soil. Rad- 
ishes will be crisp and tender if they grow quickly and have 
plenty of moisture. Make plantings every two weeks through- 
out season for a succession. One ounce sows 100 feet of drill; 
8-10 Ibs. of seed required per acre. 
Long White Icicle. The most popular long white radish. 
Early Long Scarlet. Long bright scarlet. Very brittle and 
sweet. Matures early. 
White Tipped Scarlet Turnip. A table dainty, crisp, tender and 
sweet. 
Early Scarlet Turnip. A handsome scarlet, crisp and juicy. 
Crimson Giant. Twice as large as any other turnip-shaped 
variety. Does not get hollow or pithy. 
French Breakfast. An early variety with good flavor and at- — 
tractive appearance. 2 
Round Black Spanish. Black skin, white flesh and of firm 
texture, : 
Karly Scarlet Globe. Oval in shape and is a rich scarlet color. 
Mixed Radish. A mixture of all the best varieties. 
Price of all rad‘shes listed: Pkt. 10c, 1 oz. 20e; %4 Ib. 50c, 1 Ib. 
$1.50, all postpaid. 
SPINACH 
Prepare soil so as to be fine and loose... Wake rows about 1% 
feet apart. Sow seed thinly, and cover with about an inch of 
soil. Press soil down firmly. When the plants are about 3 
inches tall, thin them so that they are about 5 inches apart in 
the row. For very early use, sow in August and September. 
For spring crop, sow very early in spring. One ounce of seed 
sows a 50 ft. row. For one acre, 8-15 pounds are required. 
Hollandia Prickly Winter. A new and improved strain of the 
prickly winter varieties of spinach. It is verv uniform, the 
plants producing large smooth leaves with very short stems. ~ 
Leaves are dark green and thick. A fine market and canning | 
Pkt. 10¢, 1 oz. 20¢. 
variety. Well adanted for fall planting. 
Y% Ib. 40c, 1 Ib. $1.00. 
Monstrous or Viroflay. The leading variety of the round or 
smooth seeded class. Produces large smooth thick leaves of 
dark green color. Used extensively for spring planting by the 
canners. Pkt. 10°, 1 oz. 20¢, % Ib. 40c, 1 Ib. $1.00. 


32. F. F. SMITH & CO., INC., 
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