. COUNTRY GENTLEMAN. 
“home garden. The white kernels are very deep and packed 
-in color. 
GOLDEN BANTAM*/. Extra Early. 76 DAYS. This is a 
recombination of 15 inbred strains of Golden Bantam. The 
quality, color and width of kernel is much superior to ordi- 
nary Bantam. “Extra Early’ Golden Bantam is adapted 
especially to home gardens, where early eating corn is 
desired. It is also profitable to market gardeners. This re- 
combination can be carried along by seed selection from the 
crop just as with any normal variety. May be planted at 
intervals of two weeks until July ist. PkKt., 15c; % Ilb., 25e; 
Peipaeaoc. 2 10s.,) 65¢; .5: lbs., $1.50. 
GOLDEN GIANTx. 90 DAYS. Because of the extreme ten- 
derness, combined with the rich, exquisite sugary flavor, 
the Golden Giant has become the standard of perfection for 
sugar corn. Ears 7 to 9 inches long, 12 to 16 rows of deep 
SA Nae Birt lvGw ella docs bby 35C;) 241bs., 66¢c3.5 clbs., 
BLACK MEXICAN. 92 DAYS. Many consider this sweet 
corn the sweetest of all for its delicious flavor. The ripe 
Kernels are bluish-black. At eating stage are bluish-white. 
Pit.etoac. 2 lb., 25c% ilb., 40¢; 2-lbs., 75e: 
EARLY EVERGREEN. 95 DAYS. Produces large white 
ears of extra fine quality. We recommend it very highly 
for both home and market gardens. PkKt., 15¢e; % lb., 25c; 
feb SoceeaelLbs., 65¢c; 5 lbs,,.- $1.50. 
GOLDEN EVERGREENx*. 95 DAYS. A cross between 
Golden Bantam and Stowell’s Evergreen combining the but- 
tery flavor of the former and large ear of the latter. The 
ears are 8 to 9 inches long and contain 12 to 14 rows of 
beautiful yellow kernels. Pkt., 15c; % Ilb., 25c; 1 lb., 35c; 
2 lbs., 65c; 5 Ibs., $1.50. 
98 DAYS. A favorite for the 
tightly. The flavor is delicious. 
40e3'2 lbs., 75c; 5 1bs., $1.75. 
STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. 98 DAYS. The best known 
and most popular late variety. Its large ears with long 
deep white kernels of a rich sugary flavor cannot be sur- 
ak retetoc yo. lD..-2pcC; 17 1b... 35¢; 2 Ibs:, 65¢:: 5 -lbs., 
GOLDEN MIDGET. 65-70 DAYS. Very small ears of un- 
surpassed flavor that grow on stalks only 2 to 8 feet high. 
Pkt., 15¢; % Ib., 25c; 1 Ihb.,, 
‘Fine for small garden. Pkt., 15c; % 1b., 40c; 1 Ib., 70c; 
2) ibssot:. 30. 
CULTURE. Sow in rows 3 feet apart, 2 to 3 inches deep 
- as soon as danger of frost is over at the rate of 4 to 6 
pounds to the acre, or 1 ounce to 40-foot row. Thin plants 
to 10 to 12 inches in the row. Care in curing determines 
popping qualities. 
GOULD’S SOUTH AMERICAN. This variety has become 
very popular. The kernels are nearly round and deep orange 
When popped the kernels are nearly twice the 
size of other corn and are of a creamy yellow color. Popped 
kernel has no hard center. The stalks grow 6 to 8 feet 
high and produce 2 to 8 large ears on each stalk. Pkt., 15c; 
toeipeoebe, £. 1b., 45c; 2 1ps., 85c; 5 1bs., $2.00. 
SOUTH AMERICAN HYBRID. This new hybrid ripens 
earlier than regular South American—in about 105 days. 
It produces corn of finest quality. Pkt., 15c; % 1b., 50c; 
t 1b; 290e; 5. Ibs.,. $4.00. 
MINHYBRID 250. A hybrid hulless white popcorn devel- 
oped by the University of Minnesota, which is more vigorous 
and produces better and more uniform popping corn. PkKt., 
ibe; 36 1b... 50c; 1 1b:, 90c; 5 lbs., $4.00. 
JAPANESE WHITE DWARF HULLESS. Very tender 
and almost hulless. Ears are short and chunky. Although 
the Kernels are very small they pop to large size, being 
very tender and brittle. Pkt. 15c; % Ib.,; 30c; 1 Ib., 50c;3 
2Z21bs, -95e; 5 Ibs.,- $2.25. 
POPCORN FOR POPPING —————— 
We are Northwest headquarters for fine corn for pop- 
ping, either white or yellow. Prices quoted on request. 
CUCUMBER 
CULTURE. Plant in hills 6 feet apart each way. 10 to 20 
seeds may be planted in each hill, covering a circle 15 
inches in diameter. When plants are three or four inches 
high they may be thinned to 5 or 6 to a hill, allowing for 
eutworms and beetles destroying one or two. Cultivate 
frequently until the vines cover the ground. The seed 
may also be started in berry boxes by placing them in a 
hotbed. When the weather is suitable—settled and warm 
—remove the box as plants are placed in the garden. The 
fruit should be gathered as soon as large enough for use, 
or else the productiveness of the vines. will be permanently 
injured. One ounce of seed is required for 60 hills; two to 
three pounds per acre. 
EARLY SURECROP HYBRID. 58 DAYS. A 1950 All- 
America of outstanding performance. ~The dark green, 
disease resistant cukes are similar in shape to A & C. Pkt., 
25 seeds, 30c; yz oz. 50c; % oz., 75e. 
STRAIGHT-8x. 63 DAYS. Outstanding as a _ shipping 
cucumber, also for the home garden. 1% inches in diameter, 
8 inches long, and well rounded at both ends. Deep green 
in color and free from striping. Pkt., 10¢c; oz, 25c; % Ib., 
65ce;-1 Ib., $1.75. 
CUCUMBER —continued 
A & Cr. 68 DAYS. One of the best known varieties for 
market and home gardens. Fruits nearly cylindrical, taper- 
ing slightly at ends. Uniform in size and dark green color. 
8% inches long, 2% inches in diameter. Holds color very 
well; one of the leading white spine varieties for slicing. 
Picts, 61005 02. 025¢%" 128 Ibi .6bcrel bn sei 75 
MARKETER. 60-65 DAYS. A good early prolific variety. 
Tapers to straight end. Color dark green and does not show 
light stripes. A little smaller than A & C. Pit L0G e077 
25c; %4 1b., 65c; 1 Ib., $1.75. 
LONGFELLOWx. 72 DAYS. An excellent long, slender 
dark green variety, equally desirable for greenhouse forcing 
or outdoor culture. This is an ideal cucumber for the mar- 
ket Sardener, growing 12 to 14 inches in length, of vigorous 
eH White spined. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % 1b., 65c; 1 1b., 
DAVIS PERFECT. 65 DAYS. Retains its dark green color 
and good qualities long after being picked. It is crisp, solid, 
of fine flavor and has very few seeds. Will average about 
8 to 9 inches in length, is quite slender, tapering slightly 
at both ends. A splendid cucumber for pickling, as well 
as for table. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % 1b., 65c; 1 1b., $1.75. 
IMPROVED ARLINGTON WHITE SPINE. 60 DAYS. 
This improved strain is much superior to the old sort. The 
skin is dark green, the flesh firm but tender and of delicious 
flavor. Good for.slicing or pickling. Is a heavy yielder 
and measures 6 to 9 inches in length. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 
TZ aD) pO Ctae Dts 15 Os 
CUBITx. 60 DAYS. A heavy bearer of white-spined, uni- 
form dark green exterior color and long, blunt-ended, with 
small seed cavity. A fine cucumber for home gardeners, 
market gardeners and shipping. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % Ib., 
85c; 1 Ib., $2.25. 
GOULD'S PICKLING. 56 DAYS. A big favorite for those 
who want a small pickle. Produces a heavy yield of deep 
green, square ended fruits, broad at stem end and tapering 
slightly to the tip, of very uniform size. About 5 inches 
at maturity. Pkt., 10c;)0z.,-25e: 14 “1b., 50c¢:. 1 1b., $1.50. 
CLIMBING. 60 DAYS. A vigorous grower. A real climber 
that does best on a pole or trellis. Fruit about 9 inches 
long, tender and crisp, dark green color. Quite resistant to 
disease, black spined. PKt., 10c; oz., 30c; % I1b., 85c. 
LONG GREEN. 70 DAYS. Dark green fruit from 7 to 
11 inches long. Flesh firm and crisp. Fine for slicing, also 
for ripe cucumber pickles, the best for yellow pickling. 
The bulk of the crop matures late and is in much demand 
for both the home garden and for market gardeners. Black 
spined.. “Pkt:;*10¢e; 02., °25¢c;-14 bz, 65¢c3 1. Ib.,, $1.75. 
EARLY FORTUNE. 65 DAYS. One of the leading early 
White Spine varieties with a rich dark green color, about 
nine inches long, slightly tapering at both ends. Has very 
few seeds. The white flesh is firm and crisp. Fine for table, 
market or for pickles. A heavy producer, disease resistant. 
PEt; 10e: 0z., 25e;: 1%4°-1b4 -50c; 1 -1b..$1-50. 
Early Fortune 
BOSTON PICKLING. 58 DAYS. Very productive, ‘and 
grown mostly for pickles. The fruit is black spined, bright 
green in color, and smooth. Flesh crisp and tender. Grows 
6 to 7 inches long. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; %4 1b., 50c; 1 Ib., $1.50. 
GO or WESTERFIELD PICKLING. 59 DAYS. 
ier inches in length, 2% inches thick, blunt at both 
ends, and has large black spines. Is very prolific, and a 
favorite of many who grow pickles on a large scale. Pkt., 
10c; oz. 25c; ™% I1b., 50c; 1 1b., $1.50. 
NATIONAL PICKLINGx. 54 DAYS. An early maturing 
strain of medium size, deep green, very solid, uniform 
pickles. Stay just as firm after pickling as before. Very 
productive. Pkt., 10c; oz. 25c; % 1b., 50c; 1 1b., $1.50. 
SNOW’'S PICKLING. 55 DAYS. A small, early, deep green 
variety; a favorite among pickle growers. Very productive, 
maturing uniformly, of excellent quality. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 
4 1b., 50c; 1 Ib., $1.50. 
WEST INDIAN GHERKIN. 60 DAYS. Fruit 2 inches long, 
used exclusively for pickles. Use very young; mature fruit 
becomes seedy. Pkt., 10c; 02., 30c. 
WHITE LEMON. 65 DAYS. It is definitely sweet, free from 
any bitter taste, has real taste appeal. Heavy bearer and 
very drouth and disease resistant. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c. 
MATURITY FIGURES. After the name of most vegetable 
varieties you will find figures representing the approximate 
number of days required to mature the plants, from the 
time of planting the seed to the time the vegetables are 
ready to eat. 
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