LOOSE LEAF VARIETIES 
539 SLOBOLT. Longest Standing Loose Leaf Type. This 
————————— splendid leaf lettuce will remain in prime condi- 
tion without going to seed for two or three weeks longer than other 
kinds, even in hot weather. Plants form a thick cluster of large crisp 
curly leaves like Grand Rapids and the same plants may be picked 
for a long time. Ideal for home gardens. See photo and full descrip- 
tion on page 5. 
Pkt. 15c; 44 Oz. 40c; Oz. 75c; 14 Lb. $2.00; 14 Lb. $3.10. 

“T have had better success with your seeds than with any others in nearly 
50 years of home gardening. Until I planted your Slobolt lettuce, I never 
could get a lettuce that would not go to seed in hot weather. This year, 
believe it or not, I have had Slobolt since May 20th and picked some today, 
Jan. 6th. Isn’t this some record?” 
Mrs. George R. Sparrell, 
Canton, Mass. 
Jan. 6, 1949. 

537 OAK LEAF. Tender and Delicious. Fine for All Seasons. 
———$___ — A beautiful green leaf lettuce of distinctive 
form and wonderful quality. The delicate, tender leaves are shaped 
something like oak leaves and grow close together in a compact attrac- 
tive plant. The leaves may be cut repeatedly and make an appetizing 
delicious salad. It is easy to grow and will stand without bolting much 
longer than the regular loose-leaf varieties. A real treat in the garden 
for spring, summer and fall. 
Pkt. 15¢e; 14 Oz. 30c; Oz. 50c; 14 Lb. $1.20; 14 Lb. $1.85. 

Black Seeded Simpson 
Crisp and tender—a universal favorite. 
MUSHROOM SPAWN 
Pure Culture Spawn—The Best and Easiest to Grow 
Mushrooms can be raised in a cellar or any other place where the 
temperature can be kept between 50 and 60 degrees. The beds are made 
of horse manure mixed with fine soil. Full directions for growing mush- 
rooms are sent with each order of Mushroom Spawn. 
TOBACCO PROCESS SPAWN. Our pure culture spawn is prepared 
by a special process using dried and crumbled tobacco stems, and 
will produce the finest white mushrooms. This new spawn is easier 
to handle, goes farther in planting and helps in feeding the mush- 
rooms. It is a real improvement and is the best type of spawn for 
both home and commercial mushroom growers. 4% Lb. will spawn” 
35 square feet of bed. 
1% Lb. $1.35; Lb. $2.50; 5 Lbs. $11.50 postpaid. Write for prices on 
larger quantities. 


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538 PRIZE HEAD. Early. Not a head lettuce but a loose-leaved 
variety of the finest quality. The leaves are heavily tinged an attrac- 
tive reddish brown, and are much curled and frilled. Grows rapidly. 
is ready early and is exceptionally crisp and tender. A popular favor- 
ite for many years. 
Pkt 10c3 Oz. 25c: 144 Lb: 75c; % Lb. $1.10. 
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Oak Leaf—Stands summer heat well. 
504 BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON. For the Home Garden. The most popular 
loose leaf lettuce for the home garden. It is 
of excellent quality, forming a large bunch of curled crisp and very tender leaves. The 
leaves can be used from the time the plants are small. We recommend it highly and 
thousands of our customers prefer it to any other kind. Quick-growing, dependable and 
highly satisfactory in every way. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 25c; 44 Lb. 75c; 14 Lb. $1.10. 
517 GRAND RAPIDS. The most popular curled-leaf lettuce for forcing. This variety also 
does well outdoors and is a popular kind for home gardens. The strain is very uniform in 
color and well curled and is used by many of the most exacting growers. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 30c; 14 Lb. 75c; % Lb. $1.15. 
518 GRAND RAPIDS U. S. No. 1. This is an improved forcing strain with robust plants 
and more finely curled leaves. Preferred by many growers for greenhouse use, and also 
for outdoors, as it will stand longer without bolting. Highly recommended. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 30c; 4 Lb. 80c; 4% Lb. $1.25. 
507 CHICKEN. A very large lettuce that is grown to furnish green food for poultry. This 
variety does not head but grows a stalk about 18 inches high covered with immense leaves. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 25c; 14 Lb. 60c; 14 Lb. $1.00. 
COS OR ROMAINE LETTUCE 
540 TRIANON SELF-FOLDING. The Best Cos Lettuce. This upright compact lettuce 
is much prized for its fresh crispness and mild flavor. The firm heads are elongated, about 
10 in. high, and the leaves grow closely together, blanching the heart perfectly white. 
The flavor is somewhat ‘‘sweeter’”’ than most lettuce, and it is considered by many people 
the most delicious salad lettuce. Even the outer leaves are tender and palatable. Valuable 
for both home and market use. Pkt. 10c; Oz. 30c; 144 Lb. 80c; 144 Lb. $1.25. 

Mushrooms grown from Pure Culture Spawn 
MUSTARD 
A packet of seed will sow 50 feet of row; an ounce 300 feet. 
595 LONG STANDING. (Southern Curled.) Handsome in appear- 
ance and of mild pleasant flavor, this is the best for greens. The 
large light green leaves are beautifully curled and fringed at the 
edges and are produced in great abundance. This strain is much 
slower to go to seed than others. 
Pkt. 15c; Oz: 25¢c; 4% Lb. 65c. 
594 FORDHOOK FANCY. (Long Standing.) This deeply curled 
mustard stands well without bolting and is most attractive. For 
greens or salads, the dark green leaves have a mild flavor. Nearly 
the whole leaf-blade is sharply cut and curled. It grows rapidly and 
is an excellent kind for spring or fall crops. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 20c; 14 Lb. 55c. 
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