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[Start left column] BORECOLE, or Kale. (Ger. Blatter-Kohl.)

The Kales are more hardy than Cabbage, and are improved by frost. They do not form heads; but the leaves are very tender, and preferred by some to Cabbage. Sow from middle of April to the beginning of May, cultivatin same as Cabbage. Dwarf German Green - Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5. Tall Curled Scotch- Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5.

BROCCOLI. (Ger. Brocoli.) Growth and habit like the Cauliflower; except that it is more hardy and the heads are not as compact. Use and cultivation same as Cauliflower. Early Purple Cape-A popular sort; heads well and is very hardy. Per oz. 40 cts. ... 5. Early Large White-Very valuable early sort; large size. Per oz. 40 cts.... 5.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS. (Ger. Sprossen-Kohl.)

Of the Cabbage family, producing numerous small heads on the stem, as well as a Cabbage like head at the top. Use and cultivation same as Winter Cabbage. Per oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

CABBAGE. (Ger. Kopfkohl.)

The Cabbage requires a deep rich soil and thorough working, to insure good, solid, full sized heads. Sow early sorts in hot-beds in February or March, or in open ground as soon as it can be worked. Later or winter crops, in May or June in shallow drills, six inches apart. When the plants are four inches high transplant into richly manured ground; the early kinds two feet apart, the fall and winter varieties three feet apart. To prevent the splitting or bursting of Cabbages, the American Garden recommends to go frequently over the ground and start every Cabbage that appears to be about to mature, by pushing them over sideways. Heads thus started are said to grow to double the size they had attained when about to burst. We have used great care this year in selecting our stock of Cabbage and can heartily recommend it to all.

Very Early Etampes-A new extremely early Cabbage from France. It has medium sized pointed heads, that are always hard and solid, and of remarkable fine quality. It will pay all market gardeners to try this. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. LANDRETH'S EARLIEST - A very early Cabbage with well-formed cone-shaped head. Excellent. Per lb. $3; 1/4 lb. 80 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5. Extra Early York - A well-known and old favorite variety. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5.

[image] PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH.

EARLY JESEY [JERSEY] WAKEFIELD - The favorite variety with market gardeners; early and sure to head. The very best early Cabbage grown for the family garden. Our stock is extra choice American grown. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5. LOW'S PEERLESS EARLY - See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $4; 1/4 lb. $1.25; oz. 40 cts.... 10. Early Wyman - Allied to the Jersey Wakefield, much larger, but not quite so early; fine quality; highly valued by market gardeners. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5. HENDERSON'S EARLY SUMMER - A superior variety of recent introduction. Ten days later than Wakefield and much larger. First-class; try it. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5. Winningstadt - Cone-shaped; one of the best summer sorts; if sown late, good for fall and even winter; a sure header and good keeper. Per lb. $1.40; 1/4 lb. 45 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. Fottler's Improved Brunswick - Superior second early sort; heads large and solid; makes a good winter sort sown late. Per lb. $2.75; 1/4 lb. 80 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5.

[image] CHASE'S EXCELSIOR.

CHASE'S EXCELSIOR - Medium early, following the Henderson's Summer in close succession. It is not equaled by any medium early Cabbage we are acquainted with for sure, solid heading, which is the highest recommendation for a Cabbage which must mature in the trying heat of summer. Another remarkable feature is that it never cracks. Planted the first of July, it is an elegant winter variety. We recommend all to try it. Our seed is pure and true. See cash premium on another page. Per lb. $4; 1/4 lb. $1.25; oz. 35 cts.... 5. PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH - This old and well-known variety is, without doubt, the finest Winter Cabbage in cultivation; the heads are large and solid, of a bluish green color, slightly flattened on the top; is of fine and well-flavored quality; first-class keeper; sure header. The stock we offer cannot be excelled. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. LARGE LATE AMERICAN DRUMHEAD -Similar to last. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. Stone Mason Drumhead - Very reliable, compact heading fall and winter variety. Per lb. $2.25; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. Marblehead Mammoth-Largest of all. Per lb. $3; 1/4 lb. 85 cts. ; oz. 25 cts.... 5.

4... Seed catalogue and garden guide. [Left column] [Image: cabbage] Perfection Drumhead Savoy-Heads large and very finely curled. Finest Savoy in cultivation. The Savoys should be more generally grown. They are greatly superior in flavor to the other varieties. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20cts. ... 5 Fine Red Pickling-Deep red color; medium size, solid. Per lb. $2.25; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20cts. ... 5 Cabbage Plants-See list of Vegetable Plants.

Carrot. (Ger. Mohre.) For early crops sow in spring soon as the ground can be worked, in drills fifteen inches apart, covering one-half inch; thin plants to three or four inches in the row. For field culture, rows should be of sufficient distance to admit of the use of a horse cultivator; sow seed in May. A light sandy loam, deeply tilled is best. Early French Forcing-The earliest variety; valuable for forcing; excellent quality. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5 Early Horn-Favorite sort, much esteemed for summer use. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10cts. ... 5

[Image: carrot] Danvers-Very smooth and handsome; rich dark color, and from its length is easier to dig than the Long Orange. It is in form about midway between the Long Orange and Short Horn class, growing generally with a stump root. It is claimed that this variety will yield the greatest bulk with the smallest length of root of any now grown. This is our choice of all the Carrots for family use. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5 Improved Long Orange- The standard sort for field culture, and very desirable for table use; roots large and of good quality. Per lb. 90 cts.; 1/4 lb. 25 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5 Large White Belgian-Very productive; grown almost exclusivey for stock, for which it is highly recommended. Per lb. 75 cts.; 1/4 lb. 20 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5 Altringham-A large and fine-flavored red sort. Per lb. 75 cts.; 1/4 lb. 20 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5

Cauliflower. (Ger. Blumen-kohl.) This is acknowledged by all to be one of the most delicious of vegetables. Any soil that will grow

[Right column] Cabbage will grow Cauliflower, as their requirements are very similar; but as the product is more valuable, extra manuring and preparation of the soil will be well repaid. Culture same as Cabbage, except that they need a cool and moist atmosphere and should be watered during dry weather. As the flower heads appear the large leaves should be broken down over them to shield them from the sun and rain. Our stock of seed is the best imported. Don't fail to try it. These are the best varieties: [Image] Henderson's Early Snowball-Not only is this the earliest of all cauliflowers, but it is more certain to make a head than any other sort. Its dwarf habit and short outer leaves allow it to be planted as close as 18 to 20 inches apart each way, thus making it especially valuable for market gardeners. Our stock of this variety is, we think, unexcelled in quality. Per oz. $5; 1/4 oz. $1.35. ... 25 Early Favorite-Much like the above, only smaller. Per oz. $3.50; 1/4 oz. $1. ... 20 Extra Early Erfurt-Valuable for forcing. First quality. Per oz. $4.50; 1/4 oz. $1.25. ... 25 Early Paris-Well known. Per oz. 75 cts. ... 10 Early London-Standard English sort. Per oz. 75 cts. ... 10 Lenormands-Best for late use. Per oz. $1. ... 10 Cauliflower Plants-See list Vegetable Plants.

Celery. (Ger. Seleri.) We are glad to see that this delicious salad is coming more into use. No one who has once used it will do without it, and as it usually us so expensive in the market, the following simple directions are given, by which every one who has a garden can supply themselves with it: For first crop sow the seeds early in hot beds, or in boxes in the house, or later in open ground, in rich moist soil, covering the seed very lightly. When plants are about three inches high, transplant to four inches apart each way in a rich, well pulverized bed. For main crop seed should be sown in the open ground as soon as it is fit to work in April and kept carefully free from weeds until the time of transplanting in June or early July. The tops are shorn off once or twice before planting, so as to insure "stocky" plants, which suffer less on being transplanted. After the ground has been nicely prepared, lines are struck out on the level surface, three feet apart, and the plants set six inches apart in rows. If the weather is dry, at the time of planting great care should be taken that the roots are properly "firmed." Keep clear of weeds until about the middle of August, when it will be time to begin earthing up. Draw the soil up against the plants with a hoe as closely as possible, firming it enough to keep plants in an upright position and prevent them from spreading. Later in the season the blanching process must be finished by the spade, which is done by digging the soil from between the rows and banking it up clear to the tops on each side of the row of celery. Kreamer-See descripton on novelty sheet; in packets only, each. ... 15

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[Left Column] GOLDEN DWARF-A new variety of decided merit. When blanched the heart is of a rich, golden color, excellent quality; good keeper. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Sandringham Dwarf White-Very popular, excellent quality. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

[Image] Henderson's Half Dwarf- The favorite market variety close habit, solid, crisp and tender. (See cut.) Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Large White Solid- Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts. oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Boston Market- Very tender and crisp. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts. ... 5.

White Plume- See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $3.50; 1/4 lb. $1; oz. 35 cts. ... 10.

Dwarf Crimson- Considered by some superior to the white sorts. This is by far the best of all the red varieties. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Turnip-Rooted, or Celeriae- Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Old Celery Seed-For flavoring. Per lb. 50 cts.; oz. 5 cts.

Celery Plants- See list of Vegetable Plants.

Chervil. (Ger. Gartenkerbel.) Curled- Leaves used in soups and salads. Cultivated like Parsley. Per oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Chicory. (Ger. Cichorie.) Large Rooted- Used as a substitute for coffee. Take up the roots in the Fall, cut into small pieces and put away to dry. When wanted for use, it is roasted and ground like coffee. Per lb. $1.25; 1/2 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5.

Collards. (Ger. Blatter-Kohl.) Georgia- Sow seed in May; transplant and treat as Cabbage. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts. ... 5.

Corn- Garden Varieties. (Ger. Welschkorn.) Plant as soon as the ground becomes warm in the spring, in hills aout three feet apart; five to siz grains to the hill, and when up thin them out, allowing four of the strongest plants to remain. Givve thorough cultivation. For a succession plant every two weeds until mid-summer. Twenty-five cents per quart must be added to pay postage when corn is ordered by mail.

Extra Early Adams- Although not sweet, this variety is much esteemed by gardeners, as it produces ears suitable for eating before any of the kinds of sweet corn. Per bu. $4; pk. $1.40; qt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Extra Early Cory- See description on novelty sheet. Per bu. $7.50; pk. $2.25; qt. 40 cts. ... 10.

Early Marbel Head- This variety has with us proved to be on an average nearly a week earlier than the Early Minnesota. Per bu. $4; pk. $1.25; qt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Early Des Moines- We consider this undoubtedly the best early corn in cultivation. It has good sized, well proportioned ears [Right Column] of delicious flavor. The crop of this variety is so short this year that we cannot offer it by the bushel. Per pk. $2; qt. 35 cts. ... 10.

Early Minnesota-The standard early corn; ears fair size and uniform and very sweet. Per bu. $3.50; pk. $1; qt. 20 cts. ... 10.

Farquhar's First Crop- This variety which has by some been called White Cobber Cory, is evidently a cross between the Extra Early Adams and the Marblehead. It is well liked by many gardeners; as it makes an early fair sized ear, but when dry shows the mixture plainly. Per bu. $4.75; pk. $1.40; qt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Crosby's Early- Per bu. $3.50; pk. $1; qt. 20 cts. ... 10.

Moore's Concord- Per bu. $3.50; pk. $1; qt. 20 cts. ... 10. [Image: corn cob]

Amber Cream- A delicious new variety which is sure to grow in favor. Per bu. $4.50; pk. $1.35; qt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Hickox- The favorite variery for canning; used quite largely by canning companies throughout the country. Per bu. $1.25; qt. 20 cts. ... 10.

Black Mexican- A black-grained variety; one of the sweetest of all kinds. Per bu. $4.25; pk. $1.30; qt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Eqyptian Sweet- Very prolific and by all who have tried it believed to be the best late sweet corn in cultivation. Per bu. $3.75; pk. $1.20; qt. 20 cts. ... 10. [Image: corn cob]

Stowell's Evergreen- The standard variety throughout the United States. Per bu. $3.40; pk. $1; qt. 20 cts. ... 10.

Mammoth Sweet- Per bu. $3.50; pk. $1; qt. 20 cts. ... 10.

Sweet Corn for Fodder- We can furnish either early or late. Per bu. $2.50; pk. 75 cts.; qt. 15 cts. ... 10.

Pop-Corn. It pays to raise Pop-corn as a general crop. It is a sure crop, and the demand always exceeds the supply.

Page's New Striped Rice- The best of all for family use. See description in novelty sheet. Per qt. 75 cts.; 1/2 pt. 25 cts. ... 10.

Fine White Rice- A standard variety which always brings the best price in the market. Per pk. $2; qt. 30 cts. ... 10.

Fine Red Rice- Per pk. $2.50; qt. 35 cts. ... 10.

Smooth White- Per pk. $2; qt. 30 cts. ... 10.

Field Corn. See list of varieties under heading of Miscellaneous Farm Seeds.

Cress, or Peppergrass. (Ger. Kresse.) Extra Curled- A well-known salad. Sow thickly and at intervals during the season; cover seed slightly. Per lb. 75 cts.; 1/4 lb. 25 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5.

True Water- One of the most delicious of small salads. Will only grow where its roots are covered with water. Sow the seed along te borders of running water and cover lightly. Per oz. 25 cts. ... 10.

Upland Cress- The new vegetable. See description on novelty sheet. In packets only, each. ... 10.

6. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

CUCUMBERS. (Ger. Gurke.) Cucumbers succeed best in a rich, loamy soil. For first early sow in hot beds, upon pieces of sod or in small flower pots six weeks before they can be set out in open ground. When danger of frost is over transplant in hills four feet apart each way. For general crop, plant in open ground in May, about twelve seeds in a hill. When danger of bugs is past, thin to four strong plants in a hill. For pickling plant in June. Sprinkle vines with plaster or air-slacked lime to protect from bugs. Early Russian--Very early and productive; quite hardy. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5. EARLY WHITE SPINE OR BOSTON MARKET -- This is of a bright green color, and for either slicing or pickling has no superior; very prolific. We have grown thousands of lbs. of seed of this variety here for shipment to Germany. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. Early Cluster -- Grows in clusters and extremely productive. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. Early Frame, or Short Green -- One of the best; well known. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. GREEN PROLIFIC -- One of the best pickling sorts. Its characteristics are its very uniform growth, seldom yielding fruit too large for pickling, and its immense productiveness. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts. ... 5. BOSTON, OR JERSEY PICKLE -- Is used almost exclusively by the market gardeners near Boston for pickling, and it makes as good short pickles as any on the list. (See cut.) Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. IMPROVED LONG GREEN -- Old standart sort; crisp, tender, good flavor. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. London Long Green -- One foot in length; flesh greenish white. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. Gherkin, or Burr -- For pickling only. Per lb. $2.25; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5.

DANDELION. (Ger. Pardeblum.) Those who only know the Dandelion as the persistent week of our roadsides and lawns, know no more of its real value than one who has only seen the poisonous wild parsnip or carrot knows of the value of these vegetables. The improved variety makes one of the earliest and best greens in cultivation. It is used also for blanching for salad. The roots when dried and roasted are often employed as a substitute for coffee. The seed should be sown in May or June, in drills half an inch deep and twelve inches apart and the earth firmly pressed over the seed. The plants will be ready for use the following spring. American Improved -- Per 1/4 lb. $1.50; oz. 50 cts.... 10. Thick-leaved French -- Seven hundred bushels of this sort have been grown on three-fourths of an acre. Per 1/4 lb. $1.25; oz. 40 cts.... 10.

EGG PLANT. (Ger. Eierpflanse.) A tender plant which should be started quite early in a hot bed or box in the house, which must be kept warm. Late in spring transplant to open ground, two and a half feet apart each way in warm rich soil. Early Long Purple -- Hardy and productive, six to eight inches long. Per 1/4 lb. 90 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 5. IMPROVED NEW YORK -- Extra large and choice, fine flavor. Per 1/4 lb. $1.50; oz. 50 cts.... 10. Black Pekin -- The fruit of this handsome variety is jet black, round in form and very solid. Per 1/4 lb. $1.50; oz. 50 cts.... 10.

ENDIVE. (Ger. Endivien.) Extra Curled -- Sow early and thin, cover slightly. Soon as large enough, thin to nine inches apart. When leaves are eight inches long, tie them together near the top with string to blanch, this must be done when quite dry. Before cold weather, take up for winter, being careful to leave a small amount of dirt around the roots. Store in dry cellar with plenty of fresh air. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts. 5.

GARLIC. (Ger. Knoblauch.) A specie of onions propagated by off-sets; used for flavoring soups, stews and other dishes. Divide a bulb in small parts and plant them in early spring, in rows one foot apart, and from one to five inches between the plants in the rows. The crop matures in August, when it is harvested like the onion. Garlic Sets -- Per lb. 50 cts.

GOURDS. The following four varieties will be found quite servicable, in any household. No one would think, without having tried them, of the many uses they can be put to. Dipper Gourd -- Makes a more light and convenient dipper than can be bought. Per oz. 20 cts.... 5. Dish Cloth Gourd, or Sponge Cucumber -- The seed of this variety is enveloped in a sponge like cloth, which is excellent for the purpose described. Per oz. 35 cts.... 10. Sugar Trough -- Very convenient for buckets, baskets, nest boxes, etc. Sometimes grow so large as to hold ten gallons each. Per oz. 20 cts. 5. Nest Egg -- Very closely resembles an egg. Per oz. 25 cts.... 5. For Ornamental Gourds, see Flower Seeds.

GROUND CHERRY, or Strawberry Tomato. This little vegetable has become naturalized in this country from Europe, and has become wild in some parts of the country here. The fruit has a pleasant strawberry-like flavor and is much esteemed, and by some considered indispensable for pies, sauce, etc., both green and dry. When dried they resemble raisins somewhat. In packets only, each 10 cts.

HERBS. See list at end of Vegetable list.

HORSE RADISH SETS. See miscellaneous list.

KALE OR BORECOLE. (Ger. Blatter-Kohl.) This most excellent vegetable deserves to be more generally cultivated, being hardier than Cabbage and furnishing most excellent greens during winter and early spring. It is also a splendid winter food for poultry. Is quite hardy and is improved by frost. Cultivated same as Cabbage. For winter sow in September and treat as Spniach, giving it a light covering of straw or little to protect from severe cold. Dwarf German Green -- Best for winter greens. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. Tall Curled Scotch -- Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5.

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KOHL RABI. (Ger. Kohlrabi.) An excellent vegetable intermediate between the Cabbage and Turnip. Sow in rows in May or June, eighteen inches apart, thinning to eight inches between the plants. Cook as turnips. (See cut.) Early White Vienna- Flesh white and tender, best market sort. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. Early Purple Vienna- per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5.

LEEK. (Ger. Lauch.) This is a branch of the onion family and is preferred by some to the onion. Sow early in spring, and when plants are three or four inches high, thin to eight inches apart. Hoe the earth well up to the stalk to blanch it. London Flag- Very hardy. Per lb. $1.50; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. LARGE ROUEN-A favorite variety with market gardeners. Largest and most uniform of all. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5.

LETTUCE. (Ger. Lattich.) Probably no vegetable is more universally used than Lettuce, and to be fully appreciated must be brought to the table fresh and unwilted. As it requires but little room and is of the easiest culture, there are few families that cannot have it direct from the bed. The quality of Lettuce depends largely upon a rapid and vigorous growth. Sow in hot beds in March, and in open ground as early as it can be worked, thinly in drills one foot apart. For a succession sow every three weeks during the season. The soil should be rich and mellow. Thin out plants as they grow, so that the plants left to head will stand ten to twelve inches apart in the rows. Early Curled Silesia- Large loose heads, excellent flavor. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. EARLY CURLED SIMPSON- An improved variety of the preceding. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts:; oz. 15 cts.... 5. TENNIS BALL, or Boston Market- One of the earliest heading varieties being very compact and solid, very best for hot bed culture. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. Early Prize Head, Improved Head or Imperial Head- Heads well; tender, slow running to seed; first-class for summer. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5.

[image] HUBBARD'S MARKET.

HUBBARD'S MARKET- This variety of Lettuce is one of the best forcing Lettuces ever introduced. Its merits are: Good size, compact heads, fine flavor, hardiness, and long keeping quality after being cut. Our market gardeners often pack in boxes for shipment and frequently remaining a week after cutting, is found to be in good salable condition. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. ALL THE YEAR ROUND- A hard, crisp eating, and compact growing variety, with small, close heads of a dark green color; an excellent summer Lettuce, valuable for forcing, and as its name indicates, it is good for all seasons. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. Black Seeded Simpson - Resists the heat very well. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb.40 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. SALAMANDER (New)- Excellent variety for summer use, as it withstands the heat and drouth admirably and is very slow in running to seed. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. GREEN FRINGED- It is of a very delicate and peculiar shade of green, the inner parts of the leaves white, with the edges beautifully cut and fringed. Its ornamental character makes it very desirable for table decoration. Quality unsurpassed. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. HANSON'S- Extra large and solid. This is the favorite variety with the Des Moines market gardeners. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts.; oz. 15 cts. 5. Ice Drumhead- Heads very large, crisp and tender. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 40 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5. OAK LEAVED- See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 80 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 10. DEACON- See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $2.50; 1/4 lb. 85 cts.; oz. 25 cts.... 10. NEW GOLDEN HEART- See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. NEW SILVER BALL-See description on novelty sheet. Per lb. $2; 1/4 lb. 65 cts.; oz. 20 cts.... 5. Paris White Cos- Tender, brittle, mild flavor, very superior quality. Per lb. $1.75; 1/4 lb. 50 cts.; oz. 15 cts.... 5.

MARTYNIA-(For Pickles.) Plant in May, in hills four feet apart. The seed pods which are used quite largely for pickling should be gathered when they are green and tender. Per 1/4 lb. 75 cts.; oz. 25 cts.; packet 10 cts.

MELON-Musk. (Ger. Melone.) The soil best adapted to the culture of Melons is a warm, rich, sandy loam. Plant in hills five or six feet apart each way, ten to twelve seeds in each hill. When they begin to vine, thin out, leaving only four of the most thrifty. As Melons are very sensitive to cold, they should not be planted till the settled warm weather sets in, in this latitude about the middle of May. Cultivation should commence as soon as the plants appear above the ground and be kept up once a week until the vines interfere too much. Jenny Lind- A small, very early Melon of most delicious flavor; nearly round, flattened at the ends; distinctly ribbed and finely netted, green fleshed. (See cut.) Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. GOLDEN NETTED GEM- A very early, rather small round Melon, with thick light green flesh of luscious flavor. Very productive, of a handsome appearance and very uniform in size; keeps well after picking. Per lb. $1.25; 1/4 lb. 35 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5. Orange Christiana- One of the earliest and most delicious of all varieties. Per lb. $1; 1/4 lb. 30 cts.; oz. 10 cts.... 5.