17), and Catskill if no other varieties, as they are the best crop- 
pers in this section. 
Catskill will prolong your picking season several days 
when planted with Premier (Howard 17) which are early, 
while Catskill are mid-season to late. 
ROBINSON (Scarlet Beauty) 
We fruited Robinson first in 1945 on very heavy ground, 
and our season was wet, so it did not have a fair trial. In 1946 
our bed was on light land and our crop was most wonderful. 
Berries very large, shiny red and we got 10c per quart more 
than any other variety. Their size and shiny appearance made 
such a fancy box. We believe that Robinson, like Howard 17, 
Catskill, Pathfinder and Sparkle, will do best in our northern 
states. Robinson is one of the highly recommended new var- 
leties that every grower should try. 
Robinson and Scarlet Beauty are identical varieties. If pur- 
chased by either name it is a most outstanding berry. 
PEARL (Late) 
A good late variety but not as good a cropper as Catskill or 
Premier. It makes plants freely and berries are large, making 
a very attractive box. 
PATHFINDER (Early to Mid-Season) 
Introduced several years ago by the New Jersey Experi- 
ment Station. Berries medium large, smooth, uniform, attrac- 
tive in appearance. Best suited for growers where markets are 
near. We have been fruiting Pathfinder for many years and 
have found it a heavy producer, especially under drought con- 
ditions. Plants are very vigorous. Berries are very good quality 
and flavor. It has been a very profitable berry with us. Pickers 
like to pick the berries, they fill up the boxes so fast. It is 
quite resistant to red stele. 
SPARKLE 
A new variety, gaining in popularity. It is recommended 
for states from New Jersey north. Many growers think the 
quality better than Premier or Catskill. It is certainly a more 
shiny and attractive berry. It resembles the Pathfinder in shape 
but makes a prettier box. In tests for freezing it ranks near the 
top. We recommend it very highly. 
ELGIN (Very Late) 
This is the latest of any variety we have tested. It is free 
of disease and a great plant maker under normal conditions. Its 
roots are short so should be on medium heavy ground. The ber- 
ries are the largest we have, even larger than the Robinson. The 
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