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PUMPKIN. One pound will plant about 250 hills. Principally used for agricultural purposes, but there has been a great improvement in the varieties during the past few years by the introduction and hybridization of foreign varieties with our old sorts. Plant in hills eight feet apart in May, among potatoes, or corn, or in open field. MAMMOTH CHILI. (See cut, No. 1.)--Really a squash, but it looks more like a pumpkin, and we list it here so as to have the mammoth pumpkins together. This is the largest of the squash family and attains the most astonishing weights. One specimen weighing 481 pounds was shown at the World's Fair having been grown in California, and from 100 to 200 pounds is a common weight with ordinary culture. Our seed has been selected from the large and perfect specimens only of our own growing. The flesh is a rich yellow, very thick and of excellent quality, highly nutritious. They are profitable to grow for stock feeding. They keep well throughout the winter. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c, lb. $1.00.

TRY THE COLLECTION OF Mammoth Pumpkins. One packet each, Mammoth Chili, King of Mammoths, Mammoth Tours and Mammoth Etampes for ONLY TWENTY CENTS! $25 PRIZE! We send with each collection instructions for growing, and offer a cash prize of $15.00 for the largest pumpkin or squash, and a prize of $10.00 for the second largest one grown from our seeds. Prizes will be awarded October 15th.

KING OF MAMMOTHS. (No. 2.)--The largest variety of true pumpkins. The flesh and skin are of a bright golden yellow, fine grained and of good quality. The one from which our cut was made reached the enormous weight of 245 pounds. One customer writes us that he grew one weighing 158 pounds, and on the same vine had five other pumpkins from 90 to 104 pounds each in weight--over 640 pounds grown from one seed. Farmers and gardeners, just think of that kind of a crop. Will it not pay you to grow the King of Mammoths and exhibit them at your county fair? Our seed was saved from large select specimens of our own growing. Per pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c, lb. $2.00.

[image] YANKEE PIE PUMPKIN

MAMMOTH TOURS. (No. 3.)--Also called Mammoth Whale. Originated near Tours, France, where it is largely grown, both for feeding cattle and for table use. Grows to an immense size, sometimes three feet in length and to a weight of 100 to 200 lbs. Color outside an ashy grey, or pale green, showing an inclination to be striped, but most specimens are more blunt at blossom end than our cut shows. Flesh of a salmon color and fair quality. Seed of peculiar shape. Seeds have sometimes been sold at fairs at 10 to 25 cents each. Per pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.75. MAMMOTH ETAMPES. (No. 4.)--A giant variety from France, where it is quite celebrated. Grown in this country to enormous size; bright, glossy red color, and a splendid variety to grow for exhibition. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 45c, lb. $1.50. JAPANESE PIE.--Flesh very thick and of a rich salmon color, nearly solid, the seed cavity being small; fine grained, dry and sweet, making pies as rich without eggs as others do with. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. CONNECTICUT FIELD.--The common field or cow pumpkin, grown principally for stock. Per oz. 5c, 1/4 lb. 10c, lb. by mail 30c. By express or freight, 10 lbs. $1.50, 25 lbs. $3.00. WHITE CUSHAW.--Attractive and sells much better than the old green striped sort. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. 85c. TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO.--Medium size, flesh thick, creamy white, fine grained and of excellent flavor. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. $1.00. LARGE CHEESE.--A flat variety commonly called Sweet pumpkin throughout the west. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c. YANKEE PIE.--This is the noted New England Pie or Small Sugar pumpkin. It is the same shape and color as the Connecticut Field, but smaller and very sweet. One of the best varieties for table use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c.

PRIZES FOR 1895 The first prize was awarded to Ed. Smith, of Larimer county, Colorado, weight 171 pounds. The second prize was awarded to E. J. Duffield, of Dallas county, Iowa.

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[image] IMPROVED CHARTIER.

RADISH. One ounce will sow about 100 feet of drill; eight to ten pounds will sow an acre in drills. Radish seed should be sown in light, rich soil as early as the ground can be worked, and for a succession, at intervals of two weeks until mid-summer. Radishes must be grown quickly, and have plenty of room, or they will invariably be tough and pithy. Sow in drills one foot apart and thin to two or three inches apart as soon as the rough leaves appear. Most of our radish seed was grown for us in France, "the natural home of radishes," and we think it cannot be surpassed. VICK'S EARLY SCARLET GLOBE.--A most excellent early radish for garden culture, and for hotbed forcing there is no variety so desirable as the Early Scarlet Globe. It is the earliest; its color is the handsomest; in flavor it is the mildest, most crisp, juicy and tender. It is the market gardener's favorite as a forcing radish. It forms small top, and will stand a great amount of heat without becoming pithy. Its fine shape, well illustrated by the accompanying engraving, makes it sell for a higher price and more rapidly than any other shaped sort. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. IMPROVED CHARTIER.--Decidedly distinct in appearance from any radish in cultivation. Its form is well defined by our engraving, the color at the top being crimson, running into pink at about the middle, and from thence downward is a pure, waxy white. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c. NEW GOLDEN DRESDEN.--All who saw this charming variety at our trial grounds the past season were most favorably impressed with it. It was a little beauty, with golden brown skin, white flesh, crisp, juicy, and of finest flavor. One of the quickest growing sorts, and tops are so small as to admit of close planting. No matter whether grown in the garden or in hotbeds, you can depend on a remarkably perfect, early and uniform crop. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c, lb. $1.00.

[image] VICK'S EARLY SCARLET GLOBE.

NON PLUS ULTRA.--An improvement on the Deep Scarlet Turnip. Remarkably fine in quality and of very quick growth, and ready to pull within twenty days after sowing. Perfectly globular little roots, of very bright color and excellent shape; certain to insure ready sale on the market. It is by far the best strain of early radishes for forcing. Beds are planted, the crop matured and sold, and the same bed made ready for a second planting all in thirty days. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. WOOD'S EARLY FRAME.--About ten days earlier than Long Scarlet, which it very much resembles, although not quite so long. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c. WHITE LADY FINGER.--An improvement on the White Naples, or Vienna. A large, white, crisp variety, about as long as Long Scarlet and similar in shape. A very desirable sort. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c.

[image] NEW GOLDEN DRESDEN.

FRENCH BREAKFAST.--A handsome table variety of medium size, quick growth and fine quality. It is oval shaped, scarlet tipped with white, very crisp and tender. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c. EARLY LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP.--Very popular with gardeners and for family use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c. EARLY SCARLET TURNIP.--Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c. CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE.--A winter variety, growing twelve inches long, white fleshed, firm and of excellent quality. It is the largest radish grown. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. 85c. LONG BLACK SPANISH.--A popular winter sort. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. CHINA ROSE WINTER.--One of the best winter varieties, a general favorite, bright rose colored, flesh white, firm, and of superior quality. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. GIANT WHITE STUTGART.--Flesh and skin are both snowy white, very crisp, mild and of good flavor. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c.

[image] MODEL WHITE BOX.

MODEL WHITE BOX.--A great improvement on the Philadelphia White Box, which has been popular for several years. It is of most handsome shape, as shown by our illustration. It is very early and has but few leaves, thus making it of special value for growing in hotbeds or "boxes," and one-third more radishes can be grown in the same space than with most other sorts. It is of clear white color, solid, juicy, and unsurpassed in flavor. In all respects a model radish for early use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. 80c. ROSY GEM.--This wonderful new radish is an improvement on the Scarlet Turnip White Tip, and has won golden opinions in all sections of the country. Their shape is perfectly globular, with rich, deep scarlet top, blending into pure white at the bottom, exceedingly tender, crisp and delicious, equally desirable for either the market or home garden, and should be planted by everybody. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c.

Consider This! It you have a small patch of ground no matter how small, there is no way in which you can get as much satisfaction out of it as by growing lettuce, radishes, etc. Their greatest merit consists in being FRESH AND CRISP.

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WHITE STRASBURG.--The roots, as shown in illustration, are of handsome, oblong, tapering shape; both skin and flesh are of pure white. The flesh is firm, brittle and tender, and possesses the most desirable character of retaining the crispness even when the roots are old and large. It is excellent for summer use, as it withstands severe heat and grows very quickly. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c.

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[logo] IOWA SEED CO.'S PERPETUAL WHITE SUMMER.--This variety, introduced by us, has given splendid satisfaction to all who tried it. Their shape is well illustrated by the accompanying engraving. They are pure white, of uniformly good quality, crisp and brittle, and they keep longer in a fit condition for the table than any variety we know of, hence their name, Perpetual White Summer. Can be sown any time of the year and will always produce good radishes fit for market earlier than the Chartier, and keep in perfect shape for marketing for about four weeks, or longer for home use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c, lb. $1.25.

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MIXED RADISHES.--This is a mixture of over twenty choice varieties of early, medium and late radishes. You will certainly have radishes all summer and be surprised at the results, if you give it a good place in the garden. For several years we have sent out large quantities of this mixture, and our customers have been much pleased with it. Our illustration will give you some idea of the possibilities from a packet of this seed. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. $1.00.

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GOLDEN GLOBE.--One at the best summer radishes, amber flesh, and keeps long in good condition; extra fine quality and rapid growth. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 85c. [logo] ALL SEASONS.--Introduced by us in 1890 and proved a valuable acquisition, being greatly liked by all who gave it a fair trial. It was from China, and we sent it out after testing in California one year. In this State it does not prove to be early, but makes a most excellent summer and fall radish, and even keeps well for winter use. It is of handsome shape, stump rooted, and ivory white in color. Flesh, white, crisp, brittle, and of the best quality. Never pithy. Do not sow seed until after the first of June. When sown in July they do well. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. $1.00.

The Chartier radishes from your seed are simply superb. J. FULKERSON, Andover, Mo. I used your seeds last year and liked them very much. MRS. T. G. SMITH, Peru, Ia. From seeds purchased of the Iowa Seed Co. last year I was enabled to win four prizes on vegetables at our county fair. Seeds are always satisfactory. HENRY WEST, Rhodes, Iowa.

[image] GOLDEN GLOBE

[image] ALL SEASONS RADISH.

PARSNIP. One ounce will sow 200 feet of drill; five pounds to an acre. Sow early in spring in good rich soil, which has been plowed deep, in drills fifteen inches apart, covering half an inch. Thin to five or six inches apart in rows. They are improved by frost. [logo] I. S. CO.'S IMPROVED TABLE GUERNSEY.--A greatly improved and wonderfully fine strain of the Guernsey Hollow Crown parsnip. It is strictly a table variety, and has no resemblance to the Guernsey stock parsnip, which is not good for table use. The roots do not grow as long as the Hollow Crown, but are of greater diameter and more easily gathered. It is a very heavy cropper; the roots are smooth, with a deep hollow crown and small top. The flesh is fine grained and sweet, and of excellent quality. Cooks evenly all the way through to the center, which is as fine and soft and even in quality as outside portions. It is sure to please all who try it. Crop very short this year. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 40c, lb. $1.00. LONG SUGAR or Hollow Crown.--The standard for either table use or stock feeding. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c.

[image] IMPROVED GUERNSEY PARSNIP

[image] RUBY KING.

PEPPER. One ounce will produce about 1,800 plants. Sow seed in hotbed early in spring; transplant to open ground when the weather is favorable, in warm, mellow soil, in rows eighteen inches apart. Seeds germinate slowly, and require considerable heat. MAMMOTH GOLDEN QUEEN.--Average a third larger than Ruby King. Eight to ten inches long, bright, waxy, golden yellow, and are very mild in flavor. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 80c. RUBY KING.--The peppers frequently attain to a very large size, 4 1/2 to 6 inches long, by 3 1/2 to 4 inches thick. When ripe they are of a beautiful bright ruby red color, and are always remarkably mild and pleasant to the taste. Each plant produces from six to twelve large handsome fruits. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 70c. CELESTIAL.--When they are fully ripe they are of a delicate creamy yellow color, then suddenly change to an intense vivid scarlet. The brilliant contrast in colors makes a plant loaded with fruits an object of striking beauty and oddity. The peppers are of superior quality, of a clear, sharp flavor. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 85c. RED CLUSTER.--Similar to the Chili, but smaller and more productive. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c. RED CHILI.--Small, very hot. Used everywhere for pepper sauce. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 60c. CORAL GEM BOUQUET.--This new red-hot pepper is the finest of the small-sized varieties, and makes a very pretty ornamental plant for growing in pots. Excellent for pepper sauce. Pkt. 10c, oz. 50c. LARGE BELL or Bull Nose.--An early standard sort. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c. SWEET MOUNTAIN or Mammoth.-- Similar to above, but milder. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c. RED CAYENNE.--Per pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 90c.

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[image] THE FAXON SQUASH COPYRIGHT, 1893, BY M.B.FAXON CO.

SQUASH. One ounce early varieties will plant about forty hills; one ounce late will plant twenty hills; four to six pounds to the acre. Plant about the middle of spring in hills, the early sorts four to six feet apart, the late varieties eight to twelve. Thin to three plants in each hill. The soil cannot be too rich. THE FAXON.--(New.) The flesh is a deep orange yellow, cavity very small and seeds few; the special peculiarity, however, is that while uncooked it appears to have a shell like any squash, but when cooked there is practically none, the shell, or inedible part, being only about as thick as a sheet of writing paper. One of the best squashes we ever tasted, sweet and very dry, and for squash pies it must be tried to be appreciated. It matures early and can be used as a summer squash. It is a very late keeper, keeping in perfect condition to April or May. Of superior quality whether it is ripe or green. This is a very desirable feature, as many squashes (the Hubbard especially) must be thoroughly ripe before frost, or the crop is lost. Productive, of medium size and the best possible quality. The vines are somewhat longer than most other sorts and fruit varies in color, but these seem to be its only defects. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.25. GOLDEN BUSH.--It is thicker, larger, and superior in every way to the old varieties. Very early. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 65c. EARLY BUSH CROOKNECK.--Splendid summer sort, early, productive, very fine quality. With all the new varieties recently brought out, many claim that there is no summer squash superior to this. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c.

WHITE BUSH SCOLLOPED.--Similar to the Golden Bush. Color creamy white. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c. WHITE CHESTNUT.--The shape of this very distinct new variety is well shown by our cut. The outside skin is creamy white while the flesh is lemon yellow, fine grained, sweet, and most excellent in quality, suggesting the flavor of a boiled chestnut. Size and form much like the Hubbard, fully equaling it in productiveness and keeping qualities. This squash is creating quite a furore in the eastern states, where gardeners pronounce it the very best squash they have ever grown. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. $1.00. EARLY PROLIFIC MARROW.--Very early and productive--the two most important features for the market gardener--while its attractive color--brilliant orange red--good cooking and keeping qualities, make it popular with the consumer. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. MEXICAN BANANA.--Originated by crossing imported varieties. It is sweet, rich, finest grained meat, good keeper, and the heaviest for the size of any ever grown. The size is from two to three feet long, and it weighs from thirty to fifty pounds. Dark green color, magnificent bearers, for fall and winter use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c, lb. $1.20.

[image] WHITE CHESTNUT SQUASH

FORDHOOK.--The engraving herewith, which is accurately reproduced from a photograph, shows the shape of the squash and the solidity of a section. It is extremely handsome, of a bright yellow outside and straw yellow within. The flesh is dry and sweet and of the best quality. Placed in a cool, dry room, it keeps in perfect condition throughout the winter. The stem is thin and hard, and also the roots, consequently it is free from the attacks of the squash borer. Matures early and is everywhere a sure cropper and immensely productive. Another feature is that the green squashes can be used at any stage of their growth. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c. ESSEX HYBRID.--A most excellent variety. It is the earliest of the winter sorts, and can therefore be planted later in the season than most others. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c. BOSTON MARROW.--Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 65c.

MAMMOTH CHILI.--This is certainly the largest variety of squash (or pumpkin, as some call it) grown. See more full description with pumpkins. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c, lb. $1.00.

[image] VEGETABLE MARROW.

AMERICAN TURBAN.--It is fine grained, very dry, sweet, and of delicious flavor. For fall and winter use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 80c. MARBLEHEAD.--A splendid winter variety, shell very hard, of a light blue color; flesh equal to the Hubbard in quality. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c. VEGETABLE MARROW.--A favorite English sort. The fruit is variable in size, from nine to eighteen inches in length and from four to six inches in diameter. Skin a greenish yellow, flesh white, soft and of rich flavor. Plant eight feet apart. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.50. HUBBARD.--This old variety has for years stood the test of all rivals, and is the most popular winter squash grown; hard, green shell; flesh bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry, sweet, and of a rich flavor; keeps in perfect condition throughout the winter. Seed is of our own growing and extra select. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 60c.

[image] FORDHOOK SQUASH.

SIBLEY, OR PIKE'S PEAK.--Originated in Iowa. Claimed to be a great improvement on the Hubbard. The form, correctly shown by the cut, is obviously entirely new, having the stem at the swell end. The shell is pale green in color, very hard and flinty, but at the same time so very thin and smooth as to occasion the least possible waste in baking. The flesh is solid and thick, and a vivid, brilliant orange color, dry, and has a rich, delicate flavor peculiarly its own; more productive and a better keeper than either the Hubbard or Marblehead, and we prefer it for our own table use. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c.

[image] HUBBARD.

I bought seed of the Short Stem Drumhead Cabbage last year, and it did well and is true to name. Some heads weighed 12 pounds without stem. It's the seed I mean to plant another year. I have tried different seed houses, but find yours the best. H. M. CROUSE, Pearl City, Ill.

The cabbage grown from your seed last year were the largest grown in this community and the best in the Cairo market. You may expect my orders in the future. BERT BARKER, East Prairie, Mo.

[image] SIBLEY SQUASH

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[image] LONG STANDING SPINACH.

SPINACH. One ounce will sow about 80 feet of drill; ten pounds to an acre. This makes the finest "greens" of any plant in cultivation. For summer, sow early in spring in deep, rich soil in drills one foot apart, cover one inch. Sow at intervals of two weeks throughout the season. For very early spring use, sow the winter varieties first of September, and protect by covering with straw. LONG STANDING.--Far superior to all others; leaves thick, fleshy and crumpled. Slow in running to seed, hence its great value for spring sowing. The leaves are round, large, unusually thick, deeply curled, and of a fine dark-green color. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 45c. ROUND.--Main market sort. Equally good for summer or fall. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 35c. PRICKLEY or WINTER.--Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 50c. VIROFLAY or SAVOY LEAVED.--Grows to an enormous size, and produces wonderful crops. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 20c, lb. 40c. CHINESE RED.--A new variety of spinach from China which is much larger than the common; has bright red leaves and is considered equal in quality. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. NEW ZEALAND.--Very useful to supply the place of the ordinary spinach during the hottest months of the year, or in dry, arid localities. A great acquisition, and the most valuable variety of all for either the market or family garden. One plant will cover a space of ground three or four feet square. Entirely different from all other sorts. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c, lb. $1.00.

SALSIFY--or Vegetable Oyster. One ounce will sow about fifty feet of drill. Why don't you grow salsify? We are certain if you grew it one year you would never be without it, and especially after having tried Mammoth Sandwich Island. Salsify is one of the most delicious aud nutritious of vegetables, and should be more generally cultivated for use in winter, when the supply of really good vegetables is so limited. It has the true oyster flavor, and makes a delicious and inexpensive substitute for them in soup, etc. Cultivate like parsnips.

[image] MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND SALSIFY

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND.--This magnificent new variety averages fully double the size of the Long White. The roots, notwithstanding their enormous size, are of very superior quality, and very delicious in flavor; it is such a decided improvement that we are sure all market gardeners who once try it will use it extensively. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.50.

VINE PEACH. A splendid novelty which we introduced in 1887. The vine on which they are borne is somewhat similar to the musk melon vine, and requires the same cultivation. The fruit is about the size of a large peach, oval shaped, and of a bright orange-yellow color, somewhat russeted. For sweet pickles, pies or preserving they are superb. Recipes for preparing them for the table will be sent with each order. In the west and northwest, where fruit is scarce, they are becoming popular, as they are easily cultivated, wonderfully prolific, and can be used in every way in which you would use a peach, except that they are not usually liked raw, although some consider them excellent simply sliced with a little sugar on. Try them, and we know you will be pleased. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.50.

[image] VINE PEACH

RHUBARB--or Pie-plant. One ounce will produce about 100 plants. Succeeds best in deep, rich soil. Sow in spring in drills; cover one inch. Thin plants to six inches apart. Transplant in autumn or spring to permanent beds, three feet apart each way. VICTORIA or MAMMOTH.--The best and most popular variety. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.65. RHUBARB ROOTS.--See vegetable plant list.

PARSLEY. One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill. Sow in March, thinly in drills one foot apart, half an inch deep. Soak seed in warm water a few hours before sowing. For winter use protect in a glass frame or light cellar. CHAMPION MOSS CURLED.--A very select stock, beautifully crimped and curled. Decidedly the best and most popular variety for general use. Quite decorative for garnishing. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c. FERN LEAVED.--Exquisite in form, and admirably suited for table decoration. Excellent quality. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 35c.

CHUFAS, or Earth Almond In sweetness and flavor they resemble the cocoanut or almond, and are considered very nice, put on the table in a fruit dish with candies; as an after-dinner relish. Very prolific, a single one yielding from two to four hundred. The nuts grow underground, very near the surface, easily reached by pigs or poultry, and destroyed by them it they have free access. Plant in April, ten inches apart in two and one-half foot rows. Cover them lightly. If the seed is very dry, soak well before planting. Our illustration represents the manner of their growth, and they vary from the size of a large pea to that of a hazelnut. The children will be pleased with theae [these]. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 75c.

[image] CHUFAS.

TOBACCO. One ounce will sow about 25 feet square and produce plants for one acre. This is a paying crop and will do well in this State. The following varieties have been thoroughly tested in this climate. Our seed of most of these was grown on the crown panicles of select plants. Early in the spring burn a brush pile on the ground to be used for seed bed. Then thoroughly pulverize the soil, digging and mixing in ashes. Sow seed very shallow. When plants are six inches high transplant into rows four feet apart. Cultivate thoroughly.

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MAMMOTH MUSCATELLE--Originated in the private gardens of the shah of Persia. Very early, leaves long, small ribbed, and of finest possible texture. Per pkt. 10c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 75c. HESTER.--Ripens early and has greater adaptability over a wider range of soils and latitude than any other of the yellow varieties and may, on this score, be considered the surest. Per pkt. 10c, oz. 25c, 1/4 lb. 75c. STERLING.--Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c. BIG HAVANA.--Heayy cropper, fine texture, delightful flavor, earliest cigar variety to mature and ripen. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c. CONNECTICUT SEED-LEAF.--Well adapted to this climate. Per pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 1/4 lb. 65c.

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