8 J. H. Shivers Plant Farms, Allen, Maryland 
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FAIRMORE. A cross of the Fairfax and the Blakemore and 
noted for its high quality in firmness in shipping and very productive. 
Outlook promises the Fairmore to be one of the best of early berries. 
The plant growth is very vigorous, making larger, but fewer 
plants than the Blakemore does in this section. The leaves are very 
large, dark and glossy green. The fruit is very firm and more unl- 
form in shape than the Fairfax. It ripens about the same time as 
the Blakemore. It is recommended for North Carolina and the South- 
ern States. 

PREMIER 
| (Howard 17) 
PLANT GROWTH: The demand for this variety last spring 
proves it is still the most popular early berry yet introduced, especially 
in the North and Central West. We regret that it was impossible for 
us last year to fill orders for this variety. Our supply is limited again 
this year due to an excessive long summer drought. 
Priemier not only does well over a large territory but it will grow 
on nearly all types of soil, producing a good growth of plants that is 
as near frost proof as any variety yet originated. 
SIZE, QUALITY AND PRODUUCTIVENESS: The berries are « 
medium red in color, have a medium size green cap that will stay 
green throughout the season under favorable conditions. I still think 
a quart of Premier berries that have been grown right and picked wel) 
has a very handsome appearance and-is attractive as any variety in 
its box. The quality will compare well with most other varieties. It 
is moderately firm and looks well. Good for local market or long 
truck shipments but do not advise it for ice shipments. 
