CELERY, continued 
White Plume. 112 days. The standard 
early Celery for market and the home- 
garden. The stalks and heart blanch very 
quickly to almost a pure white; very crisp 
and brittle. Ready early in November. 
Pkt. 10c.; Ygoz. 45c.; oz. 85c.; Ib. $2.50. 
Winter Queen. 132 days. A medium tall, 
solid variety that lasts through the winter. 
The heart is very full and large. Pkt. 15c.; 
oz. 65c.; oz. $1.25; Y{Ib. $3.75. 
~“CELERIAC 
This is a two-purpose vegetable; the leaves 
are cut when young and used to flavor soups 
and meats; the roots are boiled, sliced, cooled, 
and served as a salad. 
Giant Prague. 112 days. Pkt. 15c.; oz. 
50c.; oz. 90c.; Ib. $3.00. 
Celery for Flavoring 
Not for sowing. Ib. 75c. 
CHERVIL 
One ounce of seed will sow a row about 
100 feet long. 
90 days. A pungent, aromatic plant used 
for garnishing and seasoning. Leaves are 
brilliant green, finely cut and curled, giving 
the appearance of parsley. Seed germinates 
slowly. Pkt. 10c.; Y%oz. 30c.; oz. 50c. 
CHIVES . Schnittlauch 
Indispensable for flavoring certain dishes, 
imparting a mild taste of onion. The plants 
are hardy and will last for years. For winter 
use, lift and plant in a pot or box and place 
Im a sunny window in the kitchen. 
Seed. Pkt. 15c.; loz. 55c.; Woz. $1.00; 
oz. $1.75. 
CHICORY 
One ounce will sow a row 100 feet long 
Magdeburg. 120 days. The long, smooth 
white roots are used as a substitute for 
coffee when roasted and ground. Leaves 
may be used for salad. Pkt. 15c.; loz. 
40c.; oz. 65c. 
Witloof or French Endive. 145 days. The 
roots are easily produced from seed, sown 
in May or June, m rows 1 foot apart; thin 
out the plants to 2 to 3 inches. They are 
taken up after a few hard frosts and only 
the top part used as a winter vegetable. 
Plant under a bench in the greenhouse or a 
light, dry, warm portion of a cellar in a bed 
of rich garden soil 1 foot deep. Place about 6 
Inches apart each way. The top growth 
remains intact, and may be cut any time 
after 5 inches of growth. Roots should be 
set in the soil the same depth as they were 
originally in the garden. Pkt. 15c.; Moz. 
45c.; oz. 80c.; 4b. $2.50. 
COLLARDS 
One ounce of seed will produce 3000 plants 
Extensively grown in the South and used 
as “‘greens’” In winter. ‘There the plant is 
practically hardy. The lower leaves are used; 
new ones then form on the upper stem. 
Georgia or Southern. 75 days. Pkt. 10c.; 
oz. 25c.; lb. 75c.; lb. $2.25. 
Cabbaging. 70 days. A rich, tasty “green,” 
long grown in the South, rapidly gaining in 
popularity in the North. Medium tall with 
clusters of loose-folding, tender leaves 
which can be picked as needed. Pkt. 10c.; 
oz. 25c.; Ib. 75c.; Ib. $2.25. 
CELTUCE 
80 days. Belongs to the lettuce family. 
When the light green leaves are young it may 
be used as lettuce and when the mature 
stalks are peeled of the tough outer skin they 
may be cooked or used as a raw vegetable 
like celery. Pkt. 15c.; 4%oz. 55c.; oz. $1.00. 
ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET 
CHANGES 
MICHELL’S SELECTED SWEET SUGAR CORN 
Mais (Fr.) 
One pound will plant about 150 hills; 
12 to 15 pounds, an acre 
_ Plant once a week from the time the ground 
Is permanently warm until July 15, 6 to 8 
grains in a hill 3 feet apart each way, and thin 
out when 4 inches high to 3 or 4 plants to the 
hill, or plant in rows 3 feet apart and thin out 
so the plants stand 1 foot apart. Early va- 
rieties should be planted for a late crop to be 
sure of maturity. 
_ Prices quoted on Sugar Corn are prepaid 
in quantities up to 5 pounds to the First and 
Second Zones. Larger quantities shipped 
at purchaser’s expense. 
Open Pollinated Types 
Early White. 60 days. An extra-early white 
Sweet Corn producing two large 12-rowed 
ears on each stalk. An excellent Corn for 
early market or home use. Pkt. 15c.; Ib. 
35c.; Ib. 60c.; 5 Ibs. $2.50. 
Black Mexican. 88 days. The grains of 
this medium-early variety cook white 
when young and a violet shade on the out- 
side when older, but are good in both 
stages. Ears medium size. Pkt. 10c.; Ib. 
30c.; Ib. 50c.; 5 Ibs. $2.25. 
Country Gentieman. 95 days. A distinct 
sort, with deep, fine grains irregularly 
placed on the cob. In sweetness it is un- 
approached. Ears large. Pkt. 10c.; %lb. 
25c.; Ib. 45c.; 5 Ibs. $2.00. 
Golden Midget. 65 days. A very early, 
dwarf-growing yellow Corn with ears 414 
inches long, having 8 rows of sweet, tender 
kernels. Pkt. 35c.; 2 pkts. 65c.; Mlb. 90c.; 
Ib. $1.75. 
Golden Bantam. 79 days. While yellow in 
color this is one of the sweetest and earliest 
varieties. Ears medium size; kernels tender 
and delicious. We recommend it very 
highly for the home-garden. Pkt. 10c.; 
Y4lb. 25c.; Ib. 45c.; 5 Ibs. $2.00. 
Improved Golden Bantam. 84 days. An 
excellent midseason Corn producing golden 
yellow ears 6 to 7 inches Jong, with 12 to 
14 rows of sweet tender kernels. The 
stalks are 6 feet high, strong and vigorous. 
Pkt. 15c.; %lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c.; 5 Ibs. $2.25. 
Golden Country Gentleman. Similar to 
the well-known Country Gentleman, but 
having deep golden yellow kernels. Pkt. 
15c.; lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c.; 5 Ibs. $2.25. 
Golden Giant. 87 days. Ears about 11 
inches long, well filled out from butt to 
tip with deep golden yellow grains. Pkt. 
10c.; Mlb. 25c.; Ib. 45c.; 5 Ibs. $2.00. 
Golden Sunshine. 74 days. Matures 7 to 
10 days before Golden Bantam. Dwarf 
habit. Ears 614 inches long with 12 rows 
of broad, yellow, sweet grains. Pkt. 10c.; 
Yélb. 25c.; Ib. 45c.; 5 Ibs. $2.00. 
Stowell’s Evergreen. 95 days. The best 
late Corn grown. Ears extra large, and pro- 
duced in abundance. Its sweetness is un- 
excelled. Pkt. 15c.; lb. 30c.; Ib. 50c.; 
5 Ibs. $2.25. 
Vanguard (Improved Howling Mob). 
79 days. Height of stalk 5 to 51% feet. Ears 
medium in length, thick, averaging 6 to 7 
inches, short pointed; grains of average 
length, white, mostly in 12 to 16 rows. 
A favorite in New Jersey for a first-early 
Sweet Corn. Pkt. 15c.; M4lb. 35c.; Ib. 60c.; 
5 Ibs. $2.50. 
Hybrid Types 
Alphagold. 60 days. A very fine Corn of 
outstanding quality. Earlier than 
Golden Bantam and_= generally twice 
as productive, the attractive 8-mnch, 12- 
rowed ears command a premium on the 
market. We have never seen its equal, and 
it holds this fine quality two to three days 
longer than other Corns. Pkt. 15c.; M%lb. 
45c.; Ib. 75c.; 5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Mars (Ger.) 
Grano Turco (Ital.) 
HYBRID TYPES, continued 
Aristogold. 83 days. Very satisfactory. Itis 
tender, exceptionally well flavored, and 
produces a heavy crop. Pkt. 15c.; Mlb. 
45c.; lb. 75c.; 5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Bantam Evergreen Hybrid. 95 days. A 
late yellow hybrid with large 14 to 16- 
rowed ears. Stalks grow 7 to 8 feet tall. 
More resistant and better than Bantam 
Evergreen. Pkt. 15c.; 44Ib. 45c.; Ib. 75c.; 
5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Erie. 88 days. A new golden hybrid having 
long, cylindrical, slightly tapered ears, 
2 to 14-rowed. Kernels are medium- 
narrow, tender, and of excellent quality 
and flavor. Stalks average 61% feet in 
height and are wilt resistant, sturdy and 
vigorous, showing good drought resistance. 
Pkt. 15c.; lb. 45c.; Ib. 75c.; 5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Flagship. 82 days. Honorable Mention, 
All-America Selections. A fine new yellow 
midseason hybrid, striking for its great 
vigor and uniformity of stalk and ear. 
Grows 71% feet tall, sturdy, with dark 
green foliage. Often bears 2 ears to a stalk, 
8 4 inches long with 14 to 16 rows of golden 
yellow kernels, medium deep, tender and 
sweet flavored. Its heavy, tight husk 
makes it earworm resistant. Pkt. 25c.; 
Yelb. 70c.; Ib. $1.25. 
Golden Cross Bantam. 85 days. This 
hybrid of the Bantam type grows much 
larger stalks than the regular Bantam 
strain. Ears are 7 to 8 inches long, with 
12 or 14 rows of fair-sized kernels. 
Ready for use in about 86 days from 
planting. Pkt. 15c.; 44lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.; 
5 Ibs. $3.25. 

Golden Glory. 78 days. An attractive hy- 
brid with certain earworm tolerance; 
highly resistant to wilt. Plant is tall and 
sturdy, with nice 8-inch ears having 12 to 
14 rows of light yellow kernels of excellent 
quality. Pkt. 15c.; 4b. 45c.; Ib. 75c.; 
5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Golden Rocket. 60 days. A new early 
yellow hybrid Corn maturing in 60 days, 
producing ears of excellent quality, averag- 
ing 8 inches long, on vigorous stalks. 
Height 5 to 6 feet. Pkt. 15c.; Ib. 45c.; 
Ib. 75c.; 5 Ibs. $3.50. 
Hybrid Stowell’s Evergreen Corn. 93 days. 
Hybrid Stowell’s Evergreen is recom- 
mended for the main and late crop. Com- 
pared with the open-pollinated type it 
makes a better root-growth, a sturdier 
stalk, is disease-resistant. Pkt. 15c.; Ib. 
45c.; Ib. 75c.; 5 Ibs. $3.50. 
loana. 83 days. A fine uniform All-America 
Winner. The well-filled, light yellow ears 
are 8 inches long, 12 to 16-rowed. The 
suckerless stalks grow 6 to 7 feet tall, 
showing, great resistance to drought. Pkt. 
15c.; lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.; 5 Ibs. $3.25. 
Lincoln. 83 days. 1942 Bronze Medal 
Winner. Tastiest ear of Corn grown today. 
Developed for home and market gardens. 
Stalks sturdy, highly resistant to Stewart’s 
disease. Ears 12 or 14-rowed, well filled 
at tips; kernels golden yellow, of medium 
length and good flavor. Very prolific. 
Pkt. 15c.; 4lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.; 5 Ibs. $3.25. 
Marcross. 76 days. Stalks short but sturdy, 
highly resistant to Stewart’s disease. Ears 
long, plump, abruptly tapered at tips, 10 
to 14-rowed, with light cream-yellow, me- 
dium-broad kernels of good quality. Pkt. 
15c.; M4lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.; 5 Ibs. $3.25. 
Spancross. 73 days. Stalk of medium height. 
Ear well filled, uniform, attractive, having 
10 to 14 rows of golden yellow kernels of 
good quality. Pkt. 15c.; 4lb. 40c.; Ib. 70c.; 
5 Ibs. $3.25. 
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