12 McCULLOUGHASMSEEDS 
LETTUCE 
The smallest of home gardens can easily grow plenty of Lettuce. By making suc- 
cessive sowings and using the Lettuce as it is thinned, a supply can be had through- 
out the season. 
Lettuce is easy to grow if you follow these simple rules. Plant the seed in rich 
ground as early in the spring as possible. Cover not more than one-half inch deep. 
Provide plenty of moisture during the growing season. Thin the plants to 10 
inches apart. One ounce sows about 250 ft.; 3 lbs. for 1 acre. 

Curled or Loose-Leaved Varieties 
171 SLOBOLT. (43 days.) A recent introduction by the U. S. Department of 
Agriculture. Similar in type and general appearance to Grand Rapids. Its ten- 
dency to remain in condition for a long period makes it very desirable for the 
home or market gardener. Pkt., 20c; 0z., 50c; 1% 1b., $1.50. 
172 BLACK-SEEDED SIMPSON. (45 days.) The best sort for nearby markets 
and for home gardens on account of its superior quality. It forms a large, loose A 
head, very bright green, nearly white and is exceedingly tender. Is largely used for forcing under 
glass and is a superior sort for earlier crops. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; %4 I1hb., 90c. 
173 GRAND RAPIDS. (43 days.) Special forcing strain. The most popular variety for green- 
house forcing, especially for shipping. It is of quick growth, hardy and not liable to rot; remains 
in good condition several days after being fit to cut. Plants are upright and uniform; leaves finely 
crumpled at the edges. It is the heaviest loose-headed sort, will stand shipping better and is a 
very attractive variety. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; 1% lb., 90c. 
174 EARLY CURLED SIMPSON (White-Seeded). (45 days.) Makes a large, loose curled 
head similar to Black-Seeded Simpson. Particularly adapted for sowing thickly and cutting when 
the plants are young. Leaves light green, slightly frilled, much blistered, crisp, sweet and tender. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; % I1hb., 90c. 

Grand Rapids 
Lettuce 
. . 176 OAK LEAF. (40 days.) This excellent variety is noted for its ability 
175 PRIZE HEAD. (45 days.) A large clustering, non-heading to withstand hot weather without turning bitter. Leaves are smooth and lobed 
sort, most excellent for home gardens as it is very early, Leaves 
= A : - . to resemble the leaf of an oak tree. Deep green and tender. 
broad, crumpled, and frilled; outside leaves tinged red, inner Pkt., 15c; 0z., 50c; 14 Ib., $1.50. 
ee entirely ees ute crisp, sweet and tender. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 3% +, 90c. é 5 A i 
Crisp Heading Varieties 
wai Bibb (60 days.) A loose waxy head with very deep green outer 
I leaves, bleaching to a rich yellowish green inside. Heads me- 
dium size, unusually crisp and tender, and of a distinct flavor. Very popular 
for family gardens, high class hotel and restaurant trade. One of the best 
winter forcing varieties. Pkt., 15c; oz., 40c; %4 Ib., $1.25. 
178 GREAT LAKES LETTUCE. (83 days.) Great Lakes, developed at 
Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station, is resistant to tip-burn. Heads 
are of good size. The leaves are dark green, attractively fringed and wrap 
tightly over the head, causing unusual crispness. Allow plenty of room for 
each plant—at least 14 inches each way. Thin the plants while small. 
Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.25; 44 lb., $3.75. 
179 ICEBERG. (82 days.) A beautiful Lettuce, with large, curly leaves of 
bright, light green, with a very slight reddish tint at the edges. Handsome 
heads, usually solid because of the natural tendency of the large, strong leaves 
to turn in which also causes thorough blanching. Crisp, tender and fine flavor. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; %4 Ib., $1.00. 
180 BIG BOSTON. (75 days.) Forms a large, compact head, forces well in 
frames and is thoroughly satisfactory for outdoor crops in the spring or very 
late head crops in the fall. Leaves are broad, comparatively smooth, color 
bright, light green. Heads slightly tinged with reddish brown. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; %4 1hb., 95c. 
181 HANSON. (82 days.) A splendid summer heading sort and probably the 
most popular of its class in this section. The plants are compact, forming a 
large Cabbage-like head which remains in good condition a long time. The 
outer leaves are yellowish green, somewhat crumpled with a large mid-rib, 
the inner leaves white, sweet and tender. Fkt., 10c; 0z., 40c; %4 Ib., $1.10. 
182 NEW YORK No. 12. (78 days.) This variety is raised in California 
and shipped to Eastern markets as ‘‘Iceberg.’’ Crisp, tender and free from 
bitterness. It produces immense heads, often 15 to 16 inches across and 
weighing enormously. The interior is beautifully blanched, creamy white. 
Withstands hot, dry weather. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 60c; %4 1b., $1.75. 
183 DEER TONGUE. (80 days.) A butterhead type. Leaves are oblong to 
triangular shape, rounded tip, slightly blistered or savoyed, attractive green 
Oak Leaf Lettuce and of excellent quality. Fully grown plants are compact, upright in growth, 
12 inches across. and 6 to 7 inches high. Pkt., 15c; 0z., 50c; 44 Ib., $1.50. 
184 PENNLAKE LETTUCE. (83 days.) (See description page 26.) Pkt., 
25c; 0z., $1.25; %4 lb., $3.75. 
Cos or Romaine Lettuce 
This type of Lettuce forms upright, loose folding heads, and the inner leaves bleach white. Heads 
readily in almost any climate. 
185 TRIANON COS. (66 days.) Makes a well folded, cylindrical, medium green head. Interior 
Lee Pere white. Smooth, crisp leaves. A distinct flavor all its own. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; 
4 ‘y -00. r et : = 
MUSTARD ie 
Mustard greens are as healthful and nourishing as Spinach. The leaves of Mustard are more 
tender, and the stems are not so long and coarse. The plants are in condition for use as soon as the 
leaves are the size of one’s hand. 
Culture. Sow broadcast or in drills 12 inches apart in March or April, or in the fall in September 
or October. Cut when 3 inches high. One ounce sows about 80 feet of drill; an acre requires 4 pounds. 
220 FORDHOOK FANCY MUSTARD. (50 days.) Dark green, deeply curled and fringed leaves 
curving backward like ostrich plumes. Of mild flavor; splendid for greens or salads. 
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 50c. 
221 MUSTARD SPINACH or TENDERGREEN. (45 days.) A desirable, quick-growing, tender 
variety with long, broad, fairly smooth leaves of dark green; white mid-ribs; slow to seed. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; % lb., 50c. 
222 SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED. (40 days.) A large growing sort with succulent pungent 
leaves of sweet flavor. The best variety for use as greens. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; %4 Ib., 50c. = 
223 WHITE or YELLOW LONDON. Used for greens and the seed largely used for pickles and A Field of Our Lettuce in Idaho— 

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flavoring. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c. Mr. H. Trimble McCullough Inspecting 

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