LETTUCE, continued 
Iceberg. 84 days. Forms compact, medium-sized heads 
with curly, fringed, green outer leaves and a crisp, fine- 
flavored heart that ts blanched silvery white. Hardy, 
strong plant and a favorite on tables all over the country. 
Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 40 cts. 
Imperial 44. 84 days. Heads up even during hot weather. 
Medium size, slightly flattened. Very dependable for 
this section of the country. Pkt. 15 cts.; Moz. 30 cts.; 
oz. 50 cts. 
Imperial 847. 84 days. A very fine strain having large 
rounded heads of medium green, with plenty of outside 
leaves to protect the heart. Very resistant to blight, and 
lasts well in hot weather. Pkt. 15 cts.; Y4oz. 25 cts.; 
oz. 45 cts. 
Matchless. 65 days. The best of all Lettuces to grow 
during hot weather. It is midway between the heading 
and romaine types. Noted for its crispness on the hot- 
test summer day. Pkt. 25 cts.; 40z. 60 cts.; oz. $1.00. 
May King. 63 days. An early butterhead variety. The 
head is of medium size, tightly folded leaves, bright 
yellow inside with creamy yellow center. Plants dwarf 
and compact, quick growing and hardy. Pkt. 10 cts.; 
Voz. 20 cts.; oz. 35 cts. 
New York No. 515. 83 days. The large heads are solid, 
uniform, and bright green in color. Stands hot weather 
remarkably well. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 30 cts.; oz. 50 cts. 
Pennlake. A cross between Great Lakes and Imperial 
847. Less ribby than Great Lakes. Resistant to heat 
injury and bolting. Green color extends more into the 
head than most varieties. Pkt. 25 cts.; 44o0z. 60 cts.; 
oz. $1.00. 
Oakleaf. 65 days. Semi-heading, of medium size, with 
medium green leaves resembling oak leaves. Very tender 
and tasty and can stand hot weather. Pkt. 15 cts.; 
1goz. 35 cts.; oz. 60 cts. 
Paris White Cos (Romaine). 83 days. Elongated heads of 
very crisp, sweetly flavored leaves that provide a wel- 
come change from the usual Lettuce. Plants grow to 
10 inches tall, with outer leaves medium green and tnner 
ones blanched to a delicate white. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 
WOCESss OZ. 35 cts. 
Simpson. 45 days. Very good variety for home gardens. 
Light green, frilled and fringed leaves with a delicate, 
crisp taste. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 30 cts. 
Slobolt. 45 days. A long-standing Lettuce recently 
developed by the Department of Agriculture. Stands 
heat without going to seed for two or three weeks longer | 
than such similar varieties as Grand Rapids and Simpson. 
A loose-leaf variety with leaves that are very fringed and 
curled. Pkt. 25 cts.; Yoz. 35 cts.; oz. 65 cts. 
White Boston. 80 days. Similar to Big Boston but leaves | 
are light green. Pkt. 15 cts.; 440z. 25 cts.; oz. 40 cts. 
Leek 
Sow seed in a trench 8 inches deep and cover with 44 inch of 
soil. Thin young plants to stand 5 to 6 inches apart, with 1} 
feet between rows. As seedlings grow, trenches can be filled 
in to blanch the stems. 
American Flag. 130 days. An early variety producing 
stems 2 inches across, that may be blanched 10 inches 
from the root. Strong, fast grower, best in late summer 
Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 55 cts.; oz. $1.00. 
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Mustard 
Seed can be sown in the open ground as soon as soil can be 
prepared. Space plants 6 inches apart, with 18 inches between 
rows. Young leaves can te pulled as needed. 
Giant Southern Curled. 35 days. Mild-flavored, bright 
green leaves making a frne dish when cooked as greens. 
Very popular in the South. Curled leaves; excellent for 
either spring or fall planting. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 25 cts. 
Muskmelon 
Melons grow best in light rich soil. Do not set out plants or 
seed until all danger of frost has passed and ground is warm. 
For an early start, sow seed indoors in pots or in the open 
ground if Hotkaps are used to protect young seedlings. Melon 
seed is usually sown in hills 6 feet apart each way; 3 plants to a 
hill are sufficient. As vines grow, lift them frequently to pre- 
vent them from rooting. As fruits ripen, applications of water 
help to hasten maturity. 
Bender’s Surprise. 90 days. An oblong, greenish yellow | 
melon with flesh of salmon color. Its fine flavor recom- 
mends it for the home garden. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 45 cts. 
Emerald Gem. 90 days. Dark green outer skin, with 
thick, sweet, deep salmon flesh. Somewhat flattened in 
shape; very early. Popular for the home garden. Pkt. 
15 cts.; oz. 45 cts. 
Hearts of Gold. 90 days. The rich deep orange flesh 
is very sweet. Slightly elongated in shape and of medium 
size, weighing about 3 pounds each. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 
45 cts. 
Pride of Wisconsin. 92 days. Oval fruits with coarsely 
netted, pearly gray rind. Thick orange flesh, solid and 
very sweet. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 45 cts. 
Rocky Ford (Gold-lined). 90 days. Oval in shape, with 
heavy netting over the whole melon. Flesh ts thick and | 
sweet, green, with a golden edge next to the seed-cavity. | Whits Portieale (0s davon lane deere Ocoee 
Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 45 cts. 
Okra 
Young pods are good for cutting up in soups, stews, etc. 
Strictly a warm-weather crop. Sow in the open ground about 
| June 1 and thin plants to stand 12 inches apart. Space rows 
216 feet apart. 1 ounce will plant 50 feet of drill. 
56 days. 
Clemson Spineless. 
grow 4 feet tall and produce many pods. Pkt. 15 cts.; 
OZI2) CtSis0+4 lbw) Chs: 
Dwarf Green Long Pod. 52 days. Plants reach a height | 
of 2 to 2% feet and produce many dark green pods | 
measuring 7 to 8 inches long. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; 
Mlb. 65 cts. 
white pods 6 to 7 inches long, which are tender and 
slender. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; 4Ib. 65 cts. 
FREQUENT CULTIVATION IS IMPORTANT 
IN GROWING VEGETABLES 
A new variety, almost | 
spineless. Dark green pods 7 to 9 inches long. Plants | 

| White Sweet Spanish. 

Onion Seed 
Seed can be started in the hotbed and transplanted to the 
open ground, spacing plants 4 inches apart, with at least 1% 
feet between rows. Or the seed can be sown directly in the 
garden as early as possible in the spring. When large enough, 
thin out to allow plenty of space for growth, as good Onions 
var not grow when crowded. 1 ounce will plant 100 feet of 
drill. 
Ailsa Craig. 110 days. Oval-shaped Onion with straw- 
colored skin and solid white flesh. Grows to huge size 
if started early in hotbeds and later transplanted. Pkt. 
25 cts.; Woz. 60 cts.; oz. $1.10. 
Prizetaker. 110 days. A very large, thin-skinned Onion, 
golden brown with pure white, solid, mild flesh. Crisp 
and juicy. Pkt. 25 cts.; oz. 60 cts.; oz. $1.00. 
Southport Red Globe. 115 days. Glossy light red, with 
fine-grained, mild white interior. Yields heavily and is a 
good keeper. Pkt. 15 cts.; 140z. 50 ets.; oz. 95 cts. 
Southport White Globe. 110 days. Large, round, paper- 
white. Very fine flavor; popular with home gardeners. 
Sweet, juicy, and extra good. Pkt. 15 cts.; 14oz. 50 cts.; 
oz. 95 cts. 
Southport Yellow Globe. 115 days. Bright golden yel- 
low strain, perfectly round and uniform in size and shape. 
Pure white, sweet, mild flesh; very widely raised. Phe. 
15 cts.; Moz. 50 cts.; oz. 95 cts. 
| Sweet Spanish Yellow. 110 days. Globe-shaped Span- 
ish Ontons with exceptionally mild flavor. Excellent to 
use raw for salads and sandwiches. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 
60 cts.; oz. $1.10. 
White Bunching. 120 days. Grown especially for 
scallions and small Onions. Tender and mild. Pkt. 
15 cts.; Y44oz. 50 cts.; oz. 95 cts. 
mature. Also used for bunching as well as for pickling 
when small. Very tender. Pkt. 15 cts.; 144oz. 50 cts.; 
oz. 95 cts. 
f E 110 days. Large, solid, crisp, 
pure white Onion. Excellent either for cooking or for 
serving raw. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 60 cts.; oz. $1.10. 
Onion Sets 
These small bulbs produce scallions and Onions much more 
quickly than seed. For scallions plant sets 2 inches apart 
as early in spring as possible. They will be ready in four to six 
weeks. For large Onions plant the yellow Onion sets 4 inches 
| apart. Space rows at least 114 feet apart, and plant the sets 
| | 2 inches deep. 1 pound will plant 50 feet. 
White Velvet. 62 days. Plants grow 3 feet tall. Creamy | 
Yellow Ebenezer Onion Sets. An excellent winter 
keeper; develops into full size Onions much sooner than 
seed. Also makes good scallions. Qt. 40 cts. 
| Red Onion Sets. Mild flavor; good keeper. Tasty as 
scallions. Qt. 40 cts. 
| White Onion Sets. Mostly used for scallions and table 
Onions. Qt. 40 cts. 
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