
CEI ERIS PIR TS 
Glenred Grapefruit 
The discovery of this new variety we consider one of the most important developments in the 
Grapefruit industry for many years. We are so completely “sold” on it that we have entirely dis- 
continued the propagation of the Thompson Pink variety, which it closely resembles, with two all- 
important exceptions: whereas the flesh of the Thompson is a delicate pink, the flesh of the Glenred is 
a dark, rich pink, resembling the color of a ripe watermelon; and whereas the Thompson does not show 
its pink color on the outside, the rind of the Glenred “blushes” attractively. This characteristic dis- 
tinguishes the Glenred easily from any variety of “white” Grapefruit without the necessity of cutting 
the fruit. 
In habit of growth and time of maturity the Glenred closely resembles the Marsh Seedless. The 
fruit is slightly larger, however, not quite so flattened, and is of course commercially seedless. 
In view of the extensive plantings of both pink and red Grapefruit in Texas, we consider it of the 
utmost importance commercially that Florida growers plant the Glenred here, in order that they may 
successfully meet this Texas competition with a similar product. 
Foster Pink Grapefruit 
This variety originated years ago as a bud sport of the Walters, in a grove near Bradenton, Fla., 
and was first introdced by E. N. Reasoner, Oneco, Fla. The flesh is purplish pink im color and in 
quality it ranks as one of the best Grapefruits. The outstanding feature of the variety, aside from its 
color, is the very excellent quality it develops early in the season. While quite seedy, its early ripening 
makes it valuable commercially, as the fruit is generally mature enough to ship a month or six weeks 
before the Glenred. 
KUMQUATS 
The Kumquat is the smallest of the citrus fruits m general cultivation im this country. Usually 
the plants are called bushes, for they do not make trees. The plant grows to a height of 10 to 12 feet, 
with a spread of branches about equal to its height. The bright, dark green leaves and deep golden 
yellow fruits make a very pleasmmg combination of color. The flowers are small, sweet-scented, and 
appear in June on the shoots produced earlier in the same season. The fruit ripens during the fall and 
winter, beginning with the month of November. As an ornamental alone, it is not surpassed by any 
other evergreen shrub with which we are acquainted. 
We have found it a profitable fruit to grow, as the trees yield well and can be planted close to- 
gether. When gathering the crop we always cut the fruit from the trees with twigs and leaves attached, 
and pack a goodly proportion of [eaves with the fruit. The fruit always sells better with foliage at- 
tached. This is an advantage, as the leaves help to fill up the basket and make a larger bulk than if the 
fruit alone were packed. The fruit is largely used by shippers of fancy boxes to “‘dress up’ these 
boxes and ts also in demand for table decorations at the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons. 
Very appetizing jelly and marmalade may be made from the fruit, and it can also be crystallized. For 
commercial planting, for use as an ornamental, or for home use only, Kumquats are well worth planting. 
Meiwa. Fruit round; pulp sweet when fully ripe. Of quite recent introduction and very desirable. 
Best of all Kumquats to eat out of hand. 
Nagami. Fruit oblong, about 114 to 2 inches long and 1 inch in diameter; fruit golden yellow; 
rind sweet; pulp and juice sprightly, of fine flavor. Tree forms a nice head and is quite ornamental. 








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