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The KEY TO STRAWBERRY PROFITS 
is because these people have learned no false methods of 
growing and they are not inclined to pooh-pooh the meth- 
ods that we outline here. These are the people—and you 
may be one of them—who follow instructions implicitly and 
in so doing, produce the big crops of high grade, high quali- 
ty berries that bring big prices on any market. A little en- 
ergy, a little ambition, and the will to do as you are told— 
that is all that is necessary. Follow these simple instructions 
and we know you will succeed. 
The writer of this book, as well as many other successful 
Strawberry growers, started in this manner; proving that a 
small beginning with Strawberries may result in a_profit- 
able and successful business. 
Raspberries and 
Blackberries 
SOIL PREPARATION. Thoroughly work soil before 
planting. Any good soil will grow Raspberries. If the soil 
is poor, use a liberal quantity of stable manure or good 
commercial fertilizer, working thoroughly with the soil be- 
fore planting. We recommend a 6-8-6 commercial fertilizer. 
PLANTING. Dig a hole 6 inches or more deep, or make a 
furrow large enough so the roots can be well spread. Cover 
roots with fine soil. Press soil with feet tightly against roots. 
Hoe shallow occasionally. New growth usually starts from 
below the ground and no alarm need be felt if a portion 
of the top dies. 
OTHER SUGGESTIONS. It is advisable to mulch plants 
with straw, leaves, or coarse manure during the winter 
months. In the summer after fruiting, all old fruiting canes 
should be cut out and burned. In early spring all new 
canes should be cut back to a height of 24 inches to induce 
heavy fruiting. Black Raspberries should be pinched back 
to induce strong lateral growth. 
Grapes 
SOIL PREPARATION. Prepare soil for Grapes as for 
any farm crop. Contrary to general belief, Grapes will thrive 
best on a rich soil, although they like a sandy loam, and 
will do well on clay or clay loam. Do not hesitate to use 
fertilizer, but never put fertilizer in hole with plants. 
PLANTING. When planting Grapes, not more than two 
buds should be left. Dig a hole plenty large enough to al- 
low roots to spread. Usually Grape plants come with two 
sets of roots. When planting, raise the top set, then place in 
hole and cover lower set with earth and tramp firmly. ‘Then 
place top set and repeat the operation. Water well, keeping 
ground surface level. 
OTHER SUGGESTIONS. Growth should be restricted 
the first year to one stem. This will form the trunk. The 
second year allow to run in both directions along a wire. 
Grapes bear fruit upon wood of the current season’s growth 
and it is quite necessary to severely prune them each year. 
The usual time for this is February before the sap starts. If 
done too late they will BLEED and severely injure the 
plants. A mulch of stable manure is very beneficial to con- 
serve moisture and feed the plants. If manure is not avail- 
able, use any good commercial fertilizer. Mulch with straw. 
Fruit Trees 
SOIL PREPARATION. If possible, plow or spade the 
area to be planted to fruit trees. If the soil is rich, no fer- 
tilizer need be used until the trees are planted. 
PLANTING. If you have only a few trees to set you can 
plant them directly from the bundle or box in which re- 
ceived. If a large quantity, it is best to remove them from 
the bundle or box and heel them in until ready to plant, 
being careful at all times that the roots are not exposed to 
the sun or wind. Next dig the hole large enough so that the 
roots will not be cramped or bent. When throwing out the 
soil, keep the top soil separate. The hole should be deep 
enough so that the roots and that portion of the trunk be- 
low the bud or graft is below the ground level. This point 
can be determined by the slight crook in the trunk. Now 
place the tree upright in the hole and throw in top soil 
around the roots, tamping firmly with feet. When two-thirds 
filled, water thoroughly and allow to settle before filling 
in remainder of soil. Keep ground level. Water often the 
first year. 
OTHER SUGGESTIONS. After planting, a mulch of 
stable manure is especially beneficial as it will furnish food 
for the young tree and conserve moisture. After planting, 
or before, if you choose, prune away one-half to two-thirds 
of the top of the young trees. This is important to balance 
the tree, as much of the fibrous root system is lost in dig- 
ging. Use only a sharp knife or pruning shears, being care- 
ful not to loosen the long tree in the operation. 
SPRAYING. This operation varies so much in different 
localities and among different fruits that it is next to im- 
possible to advise on the subject. We suggest that you write 
your own Department of Agriculture on any particular 
phase with which you may not be familiar. 
Asparagus 
SOIL PREPARATION. Plow or spade to a depth of 12 
inches and work ground thoroughly to kill all weeds or 
grass. If possible, harrow or rake a liberal quantity of fine 
or decomposed stable manure in the soil. 
PLANTING. Mark out rows not less than 3 feet apart. 
Next make a furrow with a heavy hoe or jump shovel 4 or 
5 inches deep. Place the young plants in the furrow about 20 
inches apart, spreading the roots along the furrow so the 
plant will lie almost flat with crown or buds upright. Cover 
with soil so that the ground will be level. This will place 
the crowns below the ground level as they should be. New 
growth will appear in a short time. 
CULTIVATION. Cultivate thoroughly and often. Be 
sure to keep all weeds removed from the row so that young 
plants will not be strangled. 
OTHER SUGGESTIONS. After the crop has been har- 
vested, cut off and burn all old tops. This will lessen the 
possibility of both insect and fungus diseases as well as allow 
the roots to develop strongly for the next season’s crop. 
From office desk, factory bench, workshop and farm, men 
and women have come to achieve success with Kellogg’s 
thoroughbred Strawberries, the writer is one of them. You 
may be another. It is up to you. 
You have read of the amazing success of many men and 
women from all walks of life. With the full realization that 
you can make these BIG PROFITS this year and become 
independent of other work, other jobs . . . financially inde- 
pendent and your own boss... NOW IS THE TIME FOR 
YOU TO-ACT! 
Delay brings you nothing. Dreaming brings you nothing. 
ACTION will! Sit down right now and plan your first or- 
der. Large or small, it will start you on your way to Kellogg 
Strawberry Profits this year. Write your order and place it 
in the mail tonight and you have taken the first step to your 
own success and independence! 
Your friend, 
BAR BEAT iy 
R. M. KELLOGG Co. 
THREE RIVERS, MICH. 
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