HARRIS’ AIDS TO GOOD GROWING 
We pay shipping charges within the United States on these items ex- 
cept where noted otherwise. If quoted ‘‘postpaid to 5th Zone’’, we pay 
postage only within that area—about 1000 miles from Rochester, in- 
TREATED SEEDS MEAN BETTER CROPS 
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ARASAN. Excellent for Most Seeds. 
Protects seeds against decay, reduces damping off, 
and permits earlier planting. Highly effective on 
beets, spinach, vine crops, tomatoes, peppers, etc. 
and also on most flower seeds. Grass seeds, alfalfa 
and clover may all be benefited by treatment. 34 oz. 
treats 15 to 30 lbs. of seed. 
34 Oz. 25c; 8 Oz. $1.10. 
SEMESAN. Seed or Soil Treatment. 
Effective, standard treatment for many vegetables and flowers, and 
also controls damping off when used as a spray or drench. Full direc- 
tions with each package. VY, Oz. 20c; 4 Oz. $1.00; 12 Oz. $2.85. 
SPERGON. 
Useful, safe and convenient on nearly all seeds, Spergon is best on peas 
and beans, especially when planted early. Improves stands and gives 
greater yields. (Note: all our pea seed is now already treated with 
Spergon.) 7 oz. treats 30 lbs. of peas or beans. 
1 Oz. 50c; 5 Oz. $1.75; 1 Lb. $2.75 postpaid. 
ORTHO SEED GUARD (New). Orthocide, Lindane, Methocel. 
Combined treatment for control of seed decay and wire-worms, mag- 
gots, etc., also discourages pheasants. Excellent on beans, peas, corn, 
and squash. Very effective, well-proven formula. Mix with water, 
pour over seed and stir. 41% oz. for $1.65 postpaid. 
ORTHOCIDE 75 SEED PROTECTANT. 
New, safe and highly effective treatment for nearly all vegetable and 
flower seeds, especially good on cucumbers, melons and squash, beans, 
beets, etc. (1 oz. treats up to 30 lbs.) 416 oz. for $1.25; 1 Lb. $2.75. 
SEMESAN BEL. for Seed Potatoes. 
Controls rhizoctonia and seed borne scab. “‘Instantaneous Dip’’ me- 
thod, very quick and easy. 2 Oz. treats up to 7 bu. of potatoes. 
2 Oz..50c; 1 Lb. $2.35. 
CROW REPELLENT. Protects Corn from Seed-Pulling Birds. 
On our farm we always use this treatment to protect our corn plantings 
from birds. Works well, and does not harm the seed or clog the planter. 
% Pint treats 1 bushel of corn. 
% Pt. 60c; Pt. $1.00 (Wt. 2 lbs.); Qt. $1.75. postpaid to 5th Zone. 
NITRAGIN—for Clovers and other Legumes. 
Inoculate all legume seeds with Nitragin for better 
crops and soil improvement. Live bacteria form 
nodules on the roots, take nitrogen from the air and 
convert it into plant food. Apply just before plant- 
ing. Compatible with Arasan, etc. 
GARDEN SIZE NITRAGIN— Combined inoculant for Peas, Beans, 
Sweet Peas, Lupins, etc. Treats 8 lbs. 15c. 
“A-B"— for Alfalfa and Clover. “D"” for Beans. 1 Bu. size 55c. 
1 Bu. Size. 55c; 2 Bu. size 95c. “S" for Soy Beans. 2 Bu. 
“C" for Peas and Vetch. 100 lb. size 50c. size 40c; 5 Bu. size 60c. 
Birdsfoot Trefoil inoculant is included free with the seed (see p. 80), but 
may be bought separately. 4 lb. size 15c; 14 Bu. size 40c. 
cluding Minn., Iowa and Missouri on west, Alabama and Georgia on 
south. Beyond that limit, add 5c per pound for postage and include 
with your remittance. 
FERTILIZERS 
NUTRI-LEAF. Soluble, Feeds Plants through Leaves or Roots. 
Economical, safe and highly effective fertilizer, 
quickly absorbed and put to use by plants. 
Balanced formula (16-16-16) plus minor elements. 
Can be mixed with insect sprays, generally im- 
proves growth and color of lawns, shrubs, vege- 
tables and flowers, I oz. to I gal. of water; 3 lbs. 
to 50 gal. 10 Oz. 70c; 3 Lbs. $1.50 postpaid to 
5th Zone. Not paid: 30 Lbs. $11.70. 
TAKE-HOLD STARTER SOLUTION. 
Fast-Acting, All-Soluble Fertilizer. 
Gives vegetable and flower plants a powerful boost in transplanting, 
or at any time needed. Very high analysis (10-52-17), completely 
soluble, just mix with water. It gets plants off to a much better start, 
makes them ripen earlier. 7 Oz. to I gal. of water; 3 Lbs. to 50 gal. 
2 Oz. 25c; 3 Lbs. $1.35; 12 Lbs. $3.75 postpaid to 5th Zone. 
Not paid: 50 Lbs. $11.50. 
ACTIVO—Compost Maker. 
Odorless, organic material helps convert leaves, straw, garden waste 
and garbage into valuable compost, rich in humus. In outdoor toilets, 
it reduces odors, hastens decomposition. ‘‘Energizes”’ potting soil. 
No. 2 size (Wt. 4 lbs. Treats 400 lbs. compost) $1.15 ppd. to 5th Zone. 
No. 7 size (Wt. 8 lbs. Treats up to 1800 lbs.) $2.90 ppd. to 5th Zone. 
SOIL CONDITIONERS 
On heavy or clay soils, they will greatly improve tilth, provide better 
drainage and prevent crusting and erosion. Long lasting effect, if soil 
is well worked up. Not effective on sandy or light soils. 
KRILIUM (from Monsanto Chemical Co.) 
The best of the dry forms to be mixed thoroughly with the soil. 
Expensive but noticeably effective on clay soils. Long-lasting, condi- 
tions the soil well to the depth mixed. 5 lbs. treats 40 sq. ft., 6 in. deep. 
1 Lb. $1.55; 5 Lbs. $4.95 postpaid to 5th Zone. 
NIAGARA SOIL CONDITIONER. 
For watering on the soil surface, this is the most effective treatment. 
On heavy soils it greatly improves germination of fine seeds such as 
grasses, flowers, lettuce, carrots, etc. by keeping soil in fine condition, 
preventing crusting. 4 Lb. in 10 gals. of water treats 100 sq. ft. 
14 Lb. $1.65; Lb. $3.00 postpaid to 5th Zone. 
HORMONE SPRAYS 
SURE-SET. For the Earliest Ripe Tomatoes. 
To get early tomatoes, set them out in May and spray the first two or 
three blossom clusters with Sure-Set, the amazing hormone spray. 
It makes the blossoms set fruit instead of dropping off, promotes early 
ripening. Best applied with Shur-Shot Sprayers (see page 82). 
4 Oz. (one application for 4% acre) 70c postpaid. 
BLOSSOM SET. (New) Earlier, Bigger Fruit. 
Blossom Set also helps tomato blossoms to set and improves the quality 
of the fruit. It may be sprayed over the entire plant. Also useful on 
cucumbers, egg plant, peppers and squash. 4 0z. makes 1 gal. of spray. 
4 Oz. 75c; 1 Pt. $1.75 postpaid. 
TRAIN-ETTS— Weatherized Trellis Netting. 
Ideal for Sweet Peas, Morning Glories, Peas, Pole Beans, etc. These 
trellises are made of specially treated string so that they will not rot 
outdoors like ordinary string. They are easy to hang and are better 
than wire as they will not burn delicate tendrils in the sun. Comes in 
two convenient sizes, ready to put up in your garden or on your porch. 
Very handy and will last for several seasons. 
No. 2 (60x96 in.) 85c; No. 3 (60x180 in.) $1.25 postpaid. 
TWISTEMS— 8 In.—Handy Plant Ties. The quickest, and most con- 
: venient way to tie climbing vines and to train up flowers 
on stakes. These strong, dark green tapes with wire re- 
inforcing protect stems and provide permanent support. 
Widely used for bunching vegetables. Box of 100 Twistems 
30c postpaid. 1,000 to 9,000 (in bulk) $1.80 per M postpaid. 
Write for prices and sizes on larger quantities in bulk. 
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FLYING DISCS. 
Scare Birds and Animals Away. 
Hung in your garden, these paper-thin alumi- 
num discs will crackle and flash brightly in the 
breeze, protecting new seedings and tender 
plants from injury by rabbits, dogs and birds..- 
When any air is stirring they are kept in mo- 
tion and will guard your plantings day and 
night. Pkg. of ten discs 25c; 3 pkgs. 65c; 
5 pkgs. $1.00 postpaid. 
RAFFIA—Best Quality—Imported. 
Used for tying plants, staking, budding, grafting, and many other 
purposes. Very economical. Comes in braided plaits or hanks which 
average about 14 to % |b. in weight. 
1 Hank 55c; 10 Hanks $4.75 postpaid to 5th Zone. 
