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A most popular vegetable served raw as a ‘relish, or cooked in J 
different ways. May be used from the time plants are one-half or’. 
& two-thirds grown until fully matured. Stalks may be blanched to _ 
make them more crisp and tender, although many persons prefer oes 
them unblanched, especially Burpee’s Fordhook, Giant Pascal,and ~ 
Utah, all famous green celeries. Some varieties, such as Burpee’s — 
Fordhook, are highly desirable for winter storage either where grown 
and protected from freezing or lifted and put in soil ina cold cellar, — 
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272 Burpee’s Fordhook © ~ 
Named after Burpee’s Fordhook Farms &-ee 
130 days. Without question, the best fall and winter 
variety in existence. Plants are stocky and compact, % 
erowing 15 to 18 in. tall. Although comparatively dwarl,. 
they are so solid that they weigh fully 2 lbs. each. Their. 
limited height is of great importance, since the plantsare _ 
by far more easily blanched than those of the taller 
varieties. The stalks, after blanching, are a beautiful 
pure silvery white with a large, tightly folded full heart _ 
of the most delicious flavor. Always tender, crisp, with- 
out strings, and juicy. An ideal variety for winter — 
storage. We offer our improved strain. Pket..25¢3. 5 
2 pkts. 45¢; 14 oz. 85¢; oz. $1.60; 14 Ib. $4.75 
260 Burpee’s Golden Self-Blanching Q—zariy 
115 days. First introduced in America by Burpee. This is the American-grown seed pro- 
duced from the dwarf French-grown stock. Grown extensively by home gardeners as well 
as by market growers. The plants make a compact, medium growth and form thick, solid, 
heavily ribbed stalks which blanch easily into a beautiful clear waxen yellow color. Stalks 
and heart are crisp, solid, heavy, free from any strings and of the most delicious flavor, _ 
Pkt. 20¢; 14 0z. 80¢; oz. $1.45; 14 Ib. $4.50 
263 Cornell No. 19 O — Early, yellow or self-blanching - oe 
120 days. Vigorous, self-blanching, and highly resistant to fusarium yellows. Plants grow 
20 to 23 in. tall with thick heart, and long, deeply rounded, fairly smooth stalks. Fleshis 
thick, tender and without strings. Not only the heart, but the outer stalks as well are 
delicious to eat. Cornell 19 combines the high quality of the best green celeries with the 
B urpee's self-blanching characteristics of Golden Self-Blanching. Recommended as a main-crop yel- 4 
Fordhook, low celery for home and market in all celery regions and as a midwinter crop in Florida, _ 
the finest flavored Pkt. 25¢; 2 pkts. 45¢; 14 0z. 85¢; oz. $1.60; 14 lb. $4.75 ie 
as well as the best 
fall and winter 
green celery 
276 Utah or Golden Crisp © — Thick, crisp, green stalks 
130 days. Matures about 5 days earlier than Giant Pascal. Plants are compact, stalks’ 
broad and thick, exceptionally solid, tender, free from strings and fiber; large, well de- 
veloped heart, which, when blanched, is pure white, crisp, and of the most delicious, nutty: 
flavor. An excellent green celery for home, market growing, shipping and winter storage, _ 
Pkt. 10¢; 142 0z. 65¢; oz. $1.25; 14 lb. $3.75 
265 Utah No. 10 B—ra growing 
130 days. Slightly taller growing than standard Utah, 26 to 28 in., 
stocky, erect, compact and full hearted. Stems are 8 to 10% in. 
long, thick, rounded and waxy in appearance. Can be readily . 
blanched; tender, crisp, and of excellent quality for home and 
market; the leading ‘‘Pascal’’ celery for shipment from California. 
Pkt. 25¢; 2 pkts. 45¢; 14 0z. 85¢; oz. $1.60; 1% lb. $4.75 
282 Giant Pascal—known as Winter King 
135 days. Considered by many the standard, winter Gelery. Plants 
are large, upright and very’ heavy. Stalks are tall, thick, solid, 
stringless, and of a rich, nutty flavor; broad, distinctly ribbed, 
tender, crisp and very tasty. After blanching they are an attractive 
light yellow. If properly stored, it will keep in perfect condition 
throughout the winter months. Whether grown for home or market 
use, Giant Pascal has always given entire satisfaction. 
Pkt. 15¢; %%40z. 70¢; oz. $1.35; 1/4 lb. $4.25 
268 Golden Plume or Wonderful 
115 days. Splendid early celery developed from the famous Golden 
Self-Blanching; the stalks, however, are larger. It is quite resistant 
to blight and rot and possesses very good eating qualities. Plants 
CELERIAC 5 
(Turnip-Rooted or Knob Celery) 
are of medium size, stocky, compact, and havea solid, full, creamy 
heart of the highest quality. Stalks are thick, heavy and blanch 
readily to a beautiful light yellow; flavor is distinctly nutty 
and rich. The many good qualities of this widely grown early 
yellow celery commend it to all growers for home and market. 
Pkt. 20¢; 14 0z. 75¢; oz. $1.35; 1% Ib. $4.25 
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How to Grow Celery 
For the earliest crop, start the seed in a hotbed or in the house, 
allowing 10 to 14 weeks to produce plants large enough to set out 
when weather gets warm. For the fall or main crop, sow seed in the 
open ground as early in the spring as the soil can be worked into 
good condition. Cover seed with no more than % in. of fine soil. 
Celery requires a rich, well-manured soil and plenty of moisture for 
best results. Soil, boards, or celery paper may be used to blanch. 
the stalks. A pkt. of seed will produce about 400 strong 
7 & plants; 1 oz. about 7500 plants. Days to maturity are 
F from the time the plants are set out in the garden. 
» Roots may be stored in moist 
earth or sand for winter use. 
293 Giant Prague 120 days. a 
The edible portion is the large, | 
thick root, which may be used 
when it has grown about 2 in. 
across; fully grown roots may 
average 4 in. in diameter. 
Celeriac has a flavor similar to 
celery and is highly valued 
boiled or used in vegetable soup, 
stews, and other dishes. It 
grows best in a moderately 
moist yet well-drained soil, 
which is fairly rich in barnyard 
manure. Grow as you would 
celery except that it does not 
require hilling or blanching. 
Pkt. 15¢; 14 oz. 50¢; 
oz. 90¢; 14 Ib. $2.69 
