Cucumber 
A packet will piant 15 hills; 1 ounce about 50 hills; 2 lbs. to the acre; 
if drilled, use 4 lbs. 
Rapid growth and high yields of this vegetable seem to be associated ~— 
with thorough preparation of the soil, frequent shallow cultivation and 
ample supply of well-rotted manure in the soil. A sandy soil is preferred. 
The first two weeks in June are the best seeding dates. The most popu- 
lar practice is to seed liberally in hills 3 to 5 feet apart, three or four 
of the healthiest plants being allowed to mature in each hill. For con- 
tinued production, remove each cucumber as it matures. ‘ 
415 A. & C. (68 days.) Has proven to be about the finest slicing va- 
riety ever introduced. A cucumber that has no weak points. The long, 
slender fruits are very dark green; grows 8 to 9 inches long and 2 
inches thick. A. & C. is one of the most popular Cucumbers grown 
today. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; 1% lb., 85c; 1b., $2.75. , ee 
431 Holmes’ Improved White Spine. (60 days.) Its rich, dark ~ 
green color makes it most attractive to the eye, and its heavy bear- 
ing qualities make it most profitable to the grower. The plants are 
very strong and vigorous. This cucumber grows about 8 inches long. ~~ 
It is early, and can be put on the market when prices are high. The 
gardener who plants this cucumber cannot go wrong. 5 : 
_ Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 85c; Ib., $2.75. aye 
428 EARLY FORTUNE. (66 days.) One of the finest types of the White 
Spine. The cucumbers when fully grown measure about 8 or 9 inches 
in length, 2% inches thick, slightly tapering at the ends. The color is 
a rich dark green. The flesh is thick and firm, pure white in color. The 
vines are vigorous, set fruit early and are very productive. — 
eee etic caters Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25; % lb., 70c; Ib., $2.25. . 
are excellent for the 443 Straight-8. (66 days.) Awarded All-America Gold Medal. Pro-. 
home and garden be- 
SG LGE Gini form duces symmetrical fruits well rounded at both ends; runs quite 
length, dark green , Straight, Eight inches long, one and three-fourths to 2 inches thick, 
olen ‘and high. pro- ‘ Color dark green, free from pale striping. Vines vigorous, and remark- — 
ductivity. — ably productive. Makes an ideal variety for the local market, home 
market, and shipping. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; % I1b., 85c; 1b., $2.75. 
439 IMPROVED LONG GREEN. (68 days.) We consider this very hand- 
some cucumber to be an outstanding variety. Fruits, when mature, 
are about 10 inches long, 2% to 2% inches thick, uniformly slender, 
and of a rich deep green color. Sometimes the small fruits are used 
for sweet pickles, Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; %4 1b., $1.00; lb., $3.00. Re pea 
425 DAVIS PERFECT. (68 days.) The color is a dark, glossy green, 
shape slender and symmetrical, average length 9 to 10 inches; 2% 
inches thick. Contains but few seeds and is ideal for slicing. The } ~— 
vines are vigorous, Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 1% lb., 85c; lb., $2.75. 
438 LONGFELLOW. (72 days.) Long, slender, uniform shape, deep dark 
green color, with smooth skin and white flesh. When matured, 12 to 
14 inches long by 2% inches in diameter. Very few seeds. An ideal 
type for the private garden or as a “straight pack” sort for shipment | 2 
to market. We recommend it highly. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 4% lb., $1.00. 
435 Holmes’ Pickler. (50 days.) This variety yields more pickles per 
vine than any other sort grown. In a carefully conducted trial the 
Holmes’ Pickler produced 3 times as many small pickles as any other 
prolific sort. When small cucumbers are picked off as fast as they get 
the right size for pickles, the vines produce an astonishing number. 
The young cucumbers are often produced in clusters of 3 or 4 at every 
joint of the vine. The cucumbers are very straight with blunt ends, — 
medium deep green and of the very best shape for small pickles. The 
Holmes’ Pickler is not only more prolific than other sorts, but it is 
Fee . me also two weeks earlier. The fruits are five to six inches long whe 
Holmes’ Pickler - ready to slice. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; % 1b., $1.00; 1b., $3.00. 
420 CHICAGO PICKLING. (60 days.) Our strain with full or blunt ~ 
ends, is superior to other picklers, with exception of Holmes’ Pickler. — 
Our Chicago Pickle for uniformity, color and earliness, is a leader. 
6 to 7 inches long; 2% inches thick. : 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; %4 lb., 70c; lhb., $2.25. 
445 WHITE WONDER. (56 days.) The cucumbers are white from the 
time they begin to set, and very good, either for eating fresh or pick- 
ling. Of fine quality and very productive. They average 8 inches long ~ 
and 2% inches thick. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; %4 Ihb., $1.00. : 
429 EARLY CLUSTER. (56 days.) Very fine pickling sort. Very popu- 
lar. 5% inches long; 2% inches thick. Medium dark green, prolific, 
full at both ends, Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; %4 1b., 70c; lb., $2.25. : 
418 BOSTON PICKLING. (60 days.) Early, plant very productive, fruits 
6 to 7 inches long; 2% inches thick; slender, slightly tapering, medium 
color. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 44 lb., 70c; Ib., $2.25. t d 
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Chives. ag 
Chives can be raised easily. Chives with their round lavender flower- _ 
heads go splendidly with yellow Nasturtiums or Marigolds. Always cut ~~ 
the tubular foliage with the scissors. Snip small rounds into everything — 
that’s improved with a bit of mild onion flavor—sandwiches, hamburger, a 
chops, tomato and cucumber salad, French dressings, and cottage cheese 
to name just a few. Clumps, 250 each; 6 for $1.25. ae 
500 SEED. (90 days.) Pkt., 15¢; 4% OZ., 35c. ! a 
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