Cucumber 
A packet will plant 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 Hberally 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; oz., 30c; % Ib., 85c; lb., $2.75. 
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. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; 1% 1b., 85c; lb., $2.75. 
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. 
= Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 4% Ib., 70c; lb., $2.25. 
ae Gre Ueno s 443. Straight-8. (66 days.) Awarded All-America Gold Medal. Pro- 
home and garden be- duces symmetrical fruits well rounded at both ends; runs quite 
cause of uniform straight, Eight inches long, one and three-fourths to 2 inches thick. 
length, dark green Color dark green, free from pale striping. Vines vigorous, and remark- 
color and high pro- ably productive. Makes an ideal variety for the local market, home 
ductivity. market, and shipping. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; %4 1b., 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, 21% 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; 44 Ib., $1.00; Ib., $3.00. 
440 Marketer. (68 days.) An excellent early Cucumber that is new. 
During the two years it has been on the market, customer’s glowing 
praises have been added to tests which has proven it to be one of the 
most prolific varieties in existence... The fruit is a rich dark green that 
is carried down to the blossom end. The flesh is icy-white. The 
average fruit is 8 inches in length and 2% inches wide. 
Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; %4 1hb., $1.00; 1b., $3.00. 
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 
to market. We recommend it highly. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 44 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 
also two weeks earlier. The fruits are five to six inches long when 
ready to slice. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; 14 1b., $1.00; Ib., $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. 
_ PEt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 1% lb., 70c; 1b., $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 lb., '70c; Ib., $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; % lb., 70c; lb., $2.25. 
Chives 
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, 
chops, tomato and cucumber salad, French dressings, and cottage cheese 
to name just a few. 
500 SEED. (90 days.) Pkt., 15c; 4% 0z., 35c. 
THE HOLMES SEED COMPANY, CANTON, OHIO 
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Holmes’ Pickler 

Holmes’ Improved White Spine Cucumber 
