Historic, Archive Document
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Bits of History and F acts.
^ ^ ✓ s In the year 1866, the founder of this business, the late Lewis Templin, began, in <4 M fN
I !>%, £*\ a small way , the propagation and growing of Fruit Trees, Vines and Plants, on 8 1
y Uy the old farm near Calla, Ohio. A few years later, when we boys grew up, jl / y (,_,*
(there were four of us then, and all living today) we began the mail-order Seed and Plant departments. The business grew steadily, because we always furnished the best of everything, at moderate prices, and never allowed a patron to remain dissatisfied, if they reported their trouble to us.
Thus it is that the old patrons who have traded with the house for many years, and kept telling their friends about Templin “quality,” have made possible the growth and continuance of the business: For a business firm
cannot successfully continue for Fifty-two Years unless they deal justly and give satisfaction.
Today the business is still managed by one of the original firm and his son, and it is conducted along the original lines: The same purpose to deal with you justly and liberally ; the same guarantee of satisfaction or
money returned; the same careful selection of the very best old, and only worthy new varieties; the same de- termination to have everything true to name. Our fifty-two years of acquired experience in buying and selling are now at our service; they will benefit you by protecting your interests and giving the best of everything.
The above are bits of history of the past, and facts about the present, given space here merely as an introduc- tion to new customers and prospective buyers. To you who this season send in your first order, we guarantee the same square dealing, high grade and quality, and full satisfaction for which this house has always been noted.
You, our regular patrons, need not a word about the quality of our Seeds and Plants, for you have used them. Your orders and words of commendation to your friends have all been, and will always be, greatly appreciated.
M. B. Templin.
J. Lester Templin.
L. Templin Seed Company.
IMPORTANT SUGGESTIONS:
Please remember to write Name, Postoffice, County and State plainly. Also give number of Street or P. O. A little care along these lines will greatly help us to forward goods promptly and without error.
box.
TERMS: Cash with order. We keep no open account with our patrons. You can understand why this policy is better and cheaper to all parties concerned.
HOW TO SEND MONEY. You are anxious to send money the safest way possible. We recommend the following: In each case you send at our risk.
1st. — P. O Money Order; secured at your Postoffice. 2nd — Ex. Money Order; secured at Express office.
3rd — New York Draft ; secured at the nearest Bank. 4th — Registered Letter; secured at Postoffice.
GOODS BY EXPRESS:
ORDER. EARLY. If your order is sent promptly upon receipt of this catalogue we will fill it at once, be- fore the midseason rush and while our stock is comple'. e. As a further advantage you will have the Seed ready for planting when the ground is first in condition.
SY MAIL, Postpaid, At the prices quoted all ar- ticles will be sent postpaid, to any postoffice; except where quoted by express. It will insure prompt deliv- ery if you will give the number of your route. Bead the announcement below; it will be to your advantage. By special arrangements with the Express Companies we can now forward Seeds, Plants etc., at 20% below merchantile rates. Our prices “by express” always means not prepaid. But often, goods ordered at postpaid prices, in quantities larger than packets, we can prepay charges and would gladly do so, if we were sure it would be convenient to so receive them. Therefore,
DON'T FORGET TO STATE ON YOUR ORDER IF CONVENIENT TO RECEIVE GOODS BY EXPRESS.
FREE SEED NOVELTIES FOR 1918.
We know of no new varieties to offer this year that possess any special merits above the many excellent varie- ties now offered in our Catalogue. Therefore, instead of offering Free Novelties, we will allow you to make your own selections from the Vegetable and Flower Seed Departments of this Catalogue. This is greatly to your ad- vantage; gives you greater opportunity; for every variety is equal in quality to any Novelty.
Free — any two 5-cent packets, your selection, if you order Seed in packets, amounting to 50 cts or more.
Free — any three 3-ct. packets, your selection, if you order Seed in packets, amounting to 73 cts or more.
Free — one more 5-ct. packet, your selection, for each additional 25 cents in your Seed order.
NOTE. If yon prefer, you can have your remittance apply on any of the Free Tools offered on the back of mailing envelope. These tools each have sterling merit; very helpful about your garden; soon becoming indispensible.
nrQT About Seed and Plant orders. In former years we always advised the sending of Seed and Plant orders 4} V ^ I together. We still think it is all right, but there are reasons why some of our customers would be
A better satisfied if the Seed order were sent early and the Plant order later. Seed may be mailed any
time; no difference how cold. Plants dare not be mailed in cold weather. Sometimes our custotn- W OK O ers who order very early, — not thinking of the cold weather and that Plants are forwarded from an-
other department — become alarmed if the Plants do not come with the Seeds. Would you not avoid this anxiety by sending in your Seed order early, and the Plant order a week or two before planting time? Then, if vou should need a few more Seeds, you can order them with tbe Plants.
Tuberous-Rooted Begonias.
SHOWN IN COLORS ON FRONT COVER.
These are, without exception, the most attractive and brilliant of the summer blooming bulbs. The prevailing colors are white, yellow and red; but the variations in these colors, the pleasing shadings and blendings, are truly marvelous.
The ease with which they can be grown, successfully, recom- mends them to amateur and professional. The principal require- ments are a rich soil composed of leaf-mould, sand and well rot- ted manure; planting in a partially shaded location.
As a pot plant, for table decoration, they have no superior. The foliage, which is sometimes bronzed, and always glossy and very attractive, adds much to their beauty. Require no more attention than a geranium and not subject insects and diseases.
When grown outside, they should be taken up before cold weather, spread out to dry, and packed away in a box of dry sand and stored in a cool place, where they cannot freeze.
SINGLE VARIETIES. Red, Pink, White and Yellow: 10 cents each; the set of 4 for 33 cents; 12 for 90 cents, postpaid.
DOUBLE VARIETIES. Red, Pink, White and Yellow; 13 cents each; the set of 4 for 50 cents; 12 for $1.20, postpaid.
Note. Tuberons Begonias cannot be sent out while there is any danger of freezing; and should not be ordered after June 1st.
pn ADBTQ7 Yes, we handle them; the eight beautiful varie- Lu • ties shown in natural colors on the cover. Pg 32,
Select List of “The Best" Vegetables,
THE BEST OLD AND NEW VARIETIES IN EACH CLASS.
The following list we are sore cannot be excelled either in the quality of the varieties or strong germinating power. They are produced by the worlds best growers; their real merits have been proven on our own trial grounds, and by the more valuable trials of many thousands of the most practical gardeners and farmers in all parts of the country.
Our list of varieties may appear rather limited; but why publish a long list when a short one, like ours, contains the real "CREAM” of the vast number of varieties offered by the seedsmen of the world ?
It is a real privilege to make your selections fron such a lelect list; for there is really not an inferior vari- ety in it. You can safely make your selections without reading the descriptions.
Cultural instructions are at the head of each class: They are strictly up-to-date and reliable. The number of days required lor maturity of each variety is indicated thus— (40-50)— following the name- These are valuable features that will prove helpful in making your selections for successional plantings and will insure your success in gardening.
Asparagus Seed.
CULTURE — Sow during March or April, in mellow soil, in a seed bed, and transplant the following spring where they are to grow, about five inches deep, 12 inches apart, rows four feet apart. Cultivate often and keep down weeds.
Asparagus is the earliest, most delicious and healthful product of the garden. It is rapidly becoming popular as it is very profitable.
One ounce of seed will produce 200 to 300 plants. Four to five pounds will plant an acre.
COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE (2 years). An excellent new and entirely distinct variety that produces mammoth white shoots which stay white as long as fit to use. More robust and vigorous in habit; produces larger shoots and as many as any other variety, Quality is fully equal to any other.
GIANT ARGENTEUIL (2 yrs) This is the popular Paris Asparagus. The stalks grow to mammoth size, sometimes four ounces each. The heads are slightly pointed and the scales are close set. The flavor is very fine. We can heartily recommend it to our patrons.
Price of Asparagus, pkt 5 cts; ounce 15 cts; 1-4 pound 35 cts; po\md 95 cts, postpaid. ASPARAGUS ROOTS. A saving of one to two years is effected by planting roots instead of seed. From two- year-old roots cutting may begin the year after planting. The best time for planting is early in the spring; pref- erably during March for the Southern States, and during April and May for the Northern States. Our book “The Family Garden” gives detailed instructions for planting, cutting and marketing. It’s FREE with a $1.00 order. By Mail — Two-year-old roots, 12 for 25 cts; 23 for 55 cts; I By Express — Two-year-old roots, 50 for 70 cts; 100 for 50 for 90 cents; delivered postpaid. | $1.10; 500 for $4.25; charges not prepaid.
Select Bush Beans.
CULTURE — Plant as soon as ground is thoroughly warm, in rows two feet apart for hand cultivation and three feet apart for horse cultivation. Plant two to four inches apart, cover one inch deep. Cultivate often but shallow. For succession plant every two weeks.
One pint will plant from 80 to go feet of row; requires one to two bushels to plant an acre.
WAX-POD VARIETIES.
DAVIS WHITE WAX (40-50) Enormously productive. Pods long and straight. As nearly rust proof as any known variety. Strong, upright grower, holds its splen- did pods well above the ground. Extremely high qual- ity and one of the best for the market and canning.
BURPEE’S BRITTLE WAX (30-40) Pods broad, fleshy, solid, deeply saddle-backed; very “brittle” and entirely stringless at all stages. Very early and productive.
RUST PROOF GOLDEN WAX (40 45) Remarkably free from rust. Erect, bearing crop well above the ground. Pods broad, rather flat when young, but well rounded later; rich yellow, quite brittle, entirely stringless, An excellent variety for both the home and market garden. PROLIFIC GERMAN BLACK WAX (30-40) Of dwarf,
bushy habit and wonderfully prolific. One of the earli- est varieties. Pods 4 to 5 inches long, round, brittle and stringless at all stages. Unexcelled in quality.
PENCIL POD BLACK WAX . (40-45) Magnificent pods, straight, 5 to 7 inches long, light yellow, well rounded, very meaty, deeply saddle-backed. Solid, brittle, string- less. Excellent for home and market gardens.
HODSON WAX (45-50) Enormous yielder; pods long, straight, creamy white. Vigorous grower and blight proof. Highest quality for the home and market.
Prices of Beans; Packet 10 cents; %pint 25 cents; pint 40 cents; puart 65 cents; by mail, postpaid. By express quart 55 cents, charges not prepaid. Prices on larger quantities sent on application.
DAVIS WHITE WAX BUSH BEANS.
During our 52 years experience we never knew Beans to be as high in price.
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TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS.
Green Pod Bush Beans
BOUNTIFUL (40) Very vigorous and hardy; practic- ally mildew proof. Very early’ and extremely prolific. Rich green pods of immense size, thick, broad, extra long, uniform in shape, stringless and retain their brit- tleness longer than other varieties. Unrivaled for home and market gardens.
BURPEE’S STRINGLESS GREEN POD (40-45) Quite
early and extremely productive. Straight, smooth, ten- der pods that are absolutely stringless. Desirable for the home garden because of long bearing season. We sell more of this variety than any other.
EARLY ROUND POD SIX WEEKS (40-45) Not extra early but a wonderfully vigorous grower and very pro- ductive. Pods large, round, fleshy, tender, and entirely stringless. In flavor they are all that can be desired. A great favorite with market gardeners and of equal value for the home garden.
EX. EARLY RED VALENTINE (40) Fully one week earlier than the original Jj.ed Valentine. Healthy, ro- bust grower, Pods long, round, fleshy, brittle, quite free from strings and of most excellent quality. A great favorite for both home and market gardens.
FULL MEASURE (45*5°) -A Splendid, new, round pod variety. Pods long, round, bright green, always brittle and entirely stringless: remains fit for use many days after fully developed. Plants bushy, erect, exceedingly productive and practically blight proof. Of the highest quality. Unexcelled for home and market gardens. KEENEY’S STRINGLESS REFUGEE (45-50) A new
variety of exceptional merit. Pods long, round, entirely stringless and of the highest quality. Very productive; therefore an ideal variety for market.
NOTE.
The prices in this catalogue will be found some higher than last year.
Had to do it, for seeds a 1 1 cost from two to three times as much as last year.
Yellow Pod Pole Beans
E. GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX (65-70) Enormously productive. Pods clear waxy color, 8 to 9 inches long and almost an inch in width. Entire- ly stringless and earlier than any other yellow podded sort. In quality they are unexcelled. Produced in clusters. See cut opposite
GOLDEN BUTTER WAX (70-75) A splendid early variety. Grows very rapidly and is quite productive. Pods seven to eight inches long, round, fleshy, golden yellow, stringless. Will produce until frost.
GOLDEN CARMINE HORTICULTURE (75-80) This is the old corn field favorite, Pods six to eight inches long, fleshy, brittle, and remarkably free from strings. Bright yellow when young, streaked with rich brown and carmine when ready for market. Its large size, excellent quality and remarkable beauty makes it desirable for home and market.
Green Pod Pole Beans
KENTUCKY WONDER [65-70] A grand old favorite. The pods are from seven to eight inches long, very thick, fleshy and solid. Entirely stringless when young. Earlier than any other green podded variety.
Wonderfully productive; pods produced in clusters along the entire vine.
If picked very carefully they will continue bearing until frost.
LAZY WIFE [70-75] A very productive old variety. Pods six to eight inches long, quite broad, fleshy and entirely stringless until nearly ripe.
The dry beans are white, excellent for winter use; indeed unsurpassed in all stages. Valuable for extending the season because of lateness.
WHITE DUTCH CASEKNIFE [7<>7S] A wonderfully quick growing and productive variety. It is excellent for use as a snap bean but is con- sidered the most valuable when shelled for winter use. May be planted among corn. Very popular wherever grown.
Prices Of Beans on this page. Packet 10 cents; 34 pint 25 cents; pint 40 cents; quart 65 cents, postpaid. By express, quart 55 cents, not prepaid.
Prices on larger quantities sent on application, if you mention varieties. early golden cluster wax.
Qualityt not Price
The great importance of considering “ QUALITY ” instead of Price , when purchasing Seeds , is not generally appreciated. If the strain is not good, a perfect crop cannot be grown, even on the best soil. Therefore, the difference between Success and Failure in the products of your garden this summer will be determined by the real quality of the seeds you buy. We have always considered that “Only the best is good enough for our patrons .“ And we guarantee satisfaction.
L. TEMPLIN SEED CO., CALLA, OHIO.
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DETROIT DARK RED 50-55 An excellent variety for I HALF-LONG BLOOD RED 65 The best for winter use. the market and home garden. Uniformly smooth, fine Smooth, tender, sweet and of high quality, retaining its grained, tender, fine flavor. Skin and flesh dark red. | excellent flavor throughout the season.
Price of Beets, except where noted: Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 14 pound 45 cents; pound $1.45.
Select Pole Lima Beans
EARLY LEVIATHAN 75-8o Not only gives large limas earlier than any other varieties, but is also much more productive. A strong grower and sure cropper. Pods contain 3 to 5 large beans of highest quality. Fine for home and market.
EXTRA EARLY JERSEY 80-85 An extra early and very profitable sort. Very valuable to grow in sections where the season is short. A healthy, vigorous grow- er; beans of large size and most excellent quality.
KING OF THE GARDEN 90- 95 The largest podded and most productive variety5 being the result of twenty years of careful selection. Pods very large, containing five to seven perfect beans. More widely and favorably known than any other, and a great favorite among market gardeners, because of its enormous crops.
CARPENTERIA 85-90 Originator claims this to be the most perfect Pole Lima for market. Beans a beautiful pale green, even when ripe. Vines vigorous, very productive; pods large, containing 3 to 5 beans. Exceedingly tender, fine flavor.
Select Dwarf Bush Lima Beans
FORDHOOK BUSH LIMA 60-65 A new variety of superior merit. Very early and enormously productive. Stiffly erect habit and ideal bush form. Pods large, containing 3 to 5 large, light green beans. Pods borne in large clusters.
BUBPEE’S IMPROVED 65-70 Grows 18 to 20 inches high, erect, branching. Very prolific, producing 50 to 75 large, well filled pods; the beans only a little smaller than Pole Limas, and fully equal to them in luscious flavor.
HENDERSON’S DWARF 65-70 Wonderfully prolific, but not quite so large as Burpee’s. Though small the quality is unexcelled. Plants vigorous, of compact habit.
Price of Lima Beans the same as on page 1 and 2.
Small Soup Beans
* BOSTON PEA, or NAVY 60-65 Similar to Marrowfat but smaller. Quite productive; pods small, slender, contain six to eight pearly white beans. The most popular sort.
MARROWFAT 60-65 Larger than the Boston Pea and slightly oval. Vines large, spreading; pods large, broad.
Price Of Soup Beans: Pktiocts; % pint 15 cents; pint 25
cents. Prices for larger quantities sent on application.
Select Table Beets
CULTURE — Sow as soon as the ground can be gotten in jondition during March and April, in drills 18 inches apart, thinning out to 3 or 4 inches in the row. Cover % inch deep.
Sow a few every 15 days if you want a continuous supply.
Sow Stock Beets and Mangels in rows 24 to 28 inches apart, thin out to 6 or 8 inches. A light, loamy soil is best.
One ounce will plant a row 50 to 75 feet long. It requires from six to eight pounds to plant an acre.
FIREBALL 40-45 A new beet of superior merit. Early, round, smooth, roots small, flesh solid, tender, sweet. Deep red. Has no superior for market. Pkt 10 cts; oz 20 cts.
ECLIPSE 45 A very popular old varieties that deserves a place in every garden. They make a remarkably quick growth, are perfect in shape, with small roots and tops. Always smooth and round. Skin and flesh blood red; fine grained, tender and sweet.
KING OF THE GARDEN.
jurpee’s IMP.
BUSH LIMA.
CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN 40-45 Of handsome form, good size, small root and top. Quick to mature; fine quality. Valuable for the early market, and especially for a mar- ket where beets are sold in bunches.
LENTZ 45 An early, turnip rooted, blood red variety of great merit. Uniform in shape, smooth, free from side roots. Fine grained, cooks tender, sweet and crisp. A standard sort for home and market gardens.
CULTURAL INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED ON EACH PACKET.
Heie is something you will appreciate: On every packet of Vegetable seed we print cultural instructions,
telling you all you need to know, just at the time of planting, about when to plant, how deep and how far apart. The instructions are brief, of course, but reliable, helpful and handy. There will be other things you will need to know later, about cultivating, harvesting, marketing, storing. All these you will find in our book, “The Family Garden;” a 144-page book that we send you Free, if your order for Seeds amounts to $1.25 or over.
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L. TEMPLIN SEED CO., CALLA, OHIO.
NEW GIANT SLUDSTRUP ioo Reddish yellow, re- sembling Golden Tankard but superior in every point. Uniformly large, with few and small side roots', grows nearly on top of ground and is easily harvested. A very productive and profitable variety to grow.
Price of Mangels and Sugar Beets: Pkt. gets; oz. 15
cts; J^lb 50 cts; pound $1.50, postpaid.
Swiss Chard.
GOLDEN RIBBED 70-80 Words cannot describe the richness and beauty of this variety. The large, broad, flat, wax-like stems are bright golden yellow; makes a lovely contrast with the Silver when cooked or pickled.
SILVER RIBBED 60-70 Sometimes called “Silver Beet,” although it does not produce a bulbous root. The leaf-stalk, mid rib and veins are clear ivory white. The largest and most popular variety.
Prices of Chard : Packet 5 cts ; oz 20 cts ; % lb 7° cts.
Select Early Cabbage
Mangels and Sugar Beets
GOLDEN GIANT 90-100 “Yellow Leviathan.” Have been grown to weigh 30 pounds. Russety yellow, uni- form shape, smooth skin; grows well above the ground. Heavy yielder. Profitable for feeding milch cows.
GOLDEN TANKARD 95-100 A distinct and valuable variety, containing a large percentage of sugar and nu- trative matter. In shape almost cylindrical. Very eas- ily pulled and enormously productive.
MAMMOTH LONG RED HO The best large red vtr- ety. Frequently weigh 15 to 20 pounds. Produces 1,200 to 1,500 bushels per acre. A wonderful cropper; valua- ble for feeding stock and poultry.
LANE’S IMPERIAL SUGAR IIO An improved variety of French Sugar Beet. Recommended as being hardier, productive, and containing a greater percentage of than other sort. Valuable for stock and poultry.
THE CELEBRATED COPENHAGEN
CULTURE — Cabbage requires deep, rich, mellow soil well drained. So w early kinds in a hot-bed or box in a sunny window during February; transplant in the field during Agril, in rows 30 inches apart and 18 inches apart in the row. Second early sow in April and transplant in June. Sow late varieties last of May and transplant as soon as large enough. Cultivate as soon after each rain as possible to encourage growth. Kill the worms.
One ounce of seed will produce about 2500 plants. One fourth pound will produce enough for an acre, or about 9000 to 10000.
COPENHAGEN MARKET 7S-8o Fully as early as the Wakefield. Produces large, round, solid heads and is now recognized as the finest round-head early Cabbage. Grows compact, hence can be planted closer than other sorts; matures with a short stem. The best early varie- ty for the home and market garden. Very popular. Packet 10 cents; ounce 40 cents; pound $1.25.
EARLY WINNINGSTADT 7S-8o Probably the most widely known old variety. Closely follows Wakefield, but heads are larger and cone-shaped. It is a sure head- er, even where some other varieties fail. It is some- times used for late planting because of its quick matur- ing. The heads are quite solid and keep remarkably well summer and winter. Home and market gardeners everywhere rely upon Winningstadt for an early crop.
EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD 75'So There are more Wakefield sold annually than any other two varieties combined. It forms fine, solid heads of good size, con- ical in shape, with few outer leaves; hence they may be planted quite close together.
EARLY ALL HEAD 80-90 One of the earliest of the large flat-head varieties; remarkably solid and very uni- form in size, form and color. So compact in habit that 1000 to 3000 more can be grown on acre than any other.
EARLIEST WHITE GIANT 85 90 This new European variety is said to be one of the earli- est of the large, round headed Cabbage. The heads are fine ribbed and of exceedingly fine flavor. It has been highly recommended by the best authority, so that we offer it to our custom- ers with confidence. Pktiocts; oz40cts:
HENDERSON’S SUCCESSION 90-xio Unriv- aled as a second-early or main crop sort. The heads are solid before fully grown. Its ability to stand well without splitting makes it availa. ble for use over a long period. The heads are large, flat, weighing 10 to 15 pounds each. A sure cropper and in every point equals the best early varieties.
GLORY OF ENKHUIZEN 80-85 A very early
and extremely solid, large, round headed vari- ety, originated in Holland. Those who have tried it in this country claim for it nearly doub- le the crop of any other early variety. It has become very popular among gardeners. It is very dwarf and compact in habit of growth, al- lowing very close planting. Heads fine globu- lar form with few outside leaves. Size ideal for early marketing and very sure heading.
PE-TSAI 55 65 Chinese or Celery Cabbage.
This interesting variety has been under culti- vation in China many years, and since its in- troduction here a few'years ago it has rapidly gained in popularity. Pe-Tsai is not strictly a Cabbage, for its hends are more celery-like in
general appearance; the heads being about 15 . , , .. .
inches long and five inches in diameter. It blanches a beautiful white, and very easily, it heads are loosely tied up for a short time. As a salad it rivals the finest Lettuce and is delicious when cooked in the various ways in which ordinary Cabbage is served. Do not sow early as it has a tendency to run to seed without heading. Sow in any good soil during August, thansplant 15 inches in the row and rows 20 to 30 inches apart. Pe-Tsai will not stand frost, so the heads intended for winter use should be stored away as you would celery. Pkt 10 cts; oz 40 cts.
Price of Cabbage, except noted: Pkt 5 cts; oz 35 cts j 1-4 lb $1.10; lb $3.50, postpaid.
GLORY OF ENKHUIZEN CABBAGE
TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS.
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Select Late Cabbage
THE HOUSER 95-110 This excellent late cab- bage is very widely and favorably known among market gardeners. The heads are quite large, weighing from 10 to 12 pounds each. In solidity it is unsurpassed. Very compact in habit, free from large, spreading leaves, and can be planted closer than most late varieties. It is a strong, vigorous grower with ability to stand drought better than most other varieties. In real quality The Houser equals the hest.
BURPEE’S SURE-HEAD 95-roo This has gain- ed steadily in popularity since its introduction. Hardly any variety can approach Sure-Head in fine quality and its uniform reliability in forming grand, solid heads of good size, fine color and handsome appearance. It forms few loose out- side leaves and may, therefore, be planted quite closely. The heads are uniform in shape and size, very solid and fine in texture. They aver- age from eight to ten pounds in weight.
PREMIUM FLAT DUTCH 100- no No other late variety is more universally grown than this; it is the favorite among all classes for general use. In evenness of crop, size and weight of heads it is unexcelled. Our strain of seed is reli- able for sure heading Don’t be deceived by fancy names, buy it under the old name.
AUTUMN KING no-120 A peerless variety. Many consider it the finest late cabbage ever introduced. It is a distinct variety that produces enormous, solid, flat heads. It can always be relied upon to produce a greater weight of crop per acre than any other variety. Stems short; foliage crimped, with slight reddish tinge. Pop- ular in all sections of the country.
MAMMOTH ROCK RED 120 Though late in maturing this is the largest heading red variety. In good soil the heads will average eight pounds each. Decidedly the finest and best of the red varieties.
THE CELEBRATED HOUSER.
MAMMOTH DRUMHEAD 1 10- 120 Though an old vari- ety it is quite popular because of its very large size and excellent quality. It has few and small outer leaves that fold closely to the head; they may be planted close and enormous crops produced. The heads are quite uniform in size, extra hard and heavy.
AMERICAN SAVOY no The hardest headed and best of the Savoy class. This variety is noted for its peculi- arly curled and crumpled dark green foliage. Plants are vigorous, with few outer leaves.
DANISH BALL-HEAD or HOLLANDER 120 .Exceedingly popular.
Large quantities are imported annually and sold at much higher prices than our Amer- ican varieties. Heads are medium in size, round, and extremely solid; being fully one- fourth heavier than any other variety of similar size. In quality it has no superior. An excellent keeper. By pulling them up by the roots, trimming o ff the loose outer leaves and hanging them up in a cool cellar they will keep perfectly until the following spring.
Price of above Cabbage; Pkt 5 cts; oz 35 cts; H lb $1.10; lb $3.50, postpaid. Ex. lb $3.40
Brussells Sprouts
CARTER’S PERFECTION 120 A half dwarf variety. One of the most delicious vegetables; not so well known as it deserves. It produces, on a stout stem, numerous small heads, resembling mitiature cabbage. They are used as greens and become very tender when touched by frost. Sow during May and treat the same as winter cabbage. Price per packet 5 cts; ounce 25 cts; 34 lb 80 c.
Broccoli
WHITE CAPE 90-100 In growth and general habit it is like cauliflower, except that the heads are not so com- pact. Not desirable in hot or dry countries, but valuable in the North. Culture and use the same as cauliflower. Price per packet, 10 cts; ounce 65 cts; 34 pound $2.00
Chicory
LARGE ROOTED 1 10-120 A excellent substitute for coffee, prepared by digging the roots in the Fall, wash, cut crosswise in thin slices and dry in an evaporator. Roast brown and grind just as you would coffee. Sow early in the spring; thin out to three inches apart in the row. Price per packet, 5 cts: ounce 20 cts: 34 lb 5° cts.
Collards
TRUE GEORGIA 90-100 Quite popular in the South. It belongs to the cabbage family and produces a large mass of leaves on a tall stem, instead of a solid head. A sure cropper that affords an abundant supply of food stuff for man and beast. Sow in May and handle as you would cabbage. Packet 5 cts; ounce 15 cts; 34 lb 50 cts.
ORDER EARLY It will be greatly to your advantage to send in your Seed order early; as soon as possi- «*— ble after receiving this catalogue. You will have your 6eeds on hand ready to plant ; as soon as the ground is in condition for planting, which will insure an early and profitable crop. You get more 3 prompt service from us, because your order will be filled from our full and unbroken stock. If you wait until just ready to plant, as too many do, your order comes right in the middle of our rush, when it’s impossible to give you our best service, and as prompt as you want it. It will pay you to order during February. Plants and Fruits of all kinds may be ordered about the first of April, which is really about the right time to plant them.
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Select Table Carrots
One ounce will plant about 175 feet of drill. Requires two and one-half pounds to plant an acre.
OXHEART or GUERANDE 7S-8o This is one of the most popular and valuable varieties for family use and market. It is intermediate be- tween the Half Long and Short Horn varieties, attaining a diameter of three to four inches at the top. Always of good shape and rich orange color. Flesh fine grained, with very little or no core. See cut opposite.
DANVER’S HALF LONG 75-S0 A very popu- lar old variety of great merit. Color, dark or- ange-scarlet. Quite large, smooth, stump-root- ed and of most excellent quality for table use.
A valuable variety for both home and market gardens. Flesh bright orange, very sweet, free from bard core. Wonderfully productive; under proper treatment it will produce 15 to 18 tons of roots per acre.
CHATENAY HALF LONG 65-70 Smooth, orange red, crisp, tender, fine flavor. Desirable for bunching as it matures early. Quite uniform in size and shape and produces enormous crops.
CULTURE — For early table use sow as soon as the ground can be prepared in the spring, in drills 15 inches apart, covering one-half inch deep;' thin out to three or four inches in the row. Light, sandy, deep tilled soil is best. Use land that has been manured heav- ily the previous year. Firming the ground after sowing will hasten germination, which usually requires 12 to 15 days.
Price of Carrots: Packet 5 cts; ounce 20 cts; pound 60 cts; pound $1.75, postpaid. Express, lb $1.65.
Carrots for Stock Feeding*
LARGE WHITE BELGIAN 9°‘9S Roots of mammoth I NEW MASTODON 95-no Flesh white, crisp and solid; size, long, smooth, about one-third above ground, being eagerly eaten by stock. The heaviest cropping variety easy to pull. Enormously productive. Very nutritious. | known. Easily gathered, do not break in pulling.
Price of Stock Carrots: Pkt 5 cts; oz 15 cts; lb 50 cts; lb $1.45, postpaid. By express $1.35.
DRY WEATHER or DANISH GIANT 95-100 This has become a strong competitor for first place. It is especi- ally adapted to sections subjected to long dry seasons, as it will produce fine head! even in the dryest season. Heads grow to extra large size, very solid, pure white, and of delicious flavor. Has large leaves which protect the heads. About 10 days later than Snowball, but has proven more valuable because of drought resistance, as it grows and keeps fresh and crisp during the hottest weather. Pkt 10 cts; J4oz75cts5 oz $2.25.
Select Cauliflower
CULTURE — For early summer crop sow the seed in March and April, in a hot-bed, and transplant in a cold frame when large enough. Plant where they are to grow when all danger of hard freezing is past. For late crop sow early in June, and transplant during July. When heading tie up the outside leaves loosely over the heads to blanch and protect from the sun.
One ounce of seed will produce about 2,000 plants. Requires about 9,000 plants for an acre.
-EARLY SNOWBALL 90-95 This superb variety still holds its place as the most popular on the market. The rather dwarf habit of growth renders it one of the best for forcing under glass. It is not quite as early as Early Erfurt, but produces uniformly even, close heads of large size. Whether grown for market or home use it can al- ways be relied upon. It is poor economy to buy cheap Cauliflower seed, for a few cents difference in the price may mean many dollars loss due to an inferior crop. The seeds we offer are grown by a specialist, and are recom- mended as being of high quality. Price, pkt 15 cts; 34oz 75 cts ; oz $2.25.
EARLY DWARF ERFURT 90-95 The earliest first class Cauliflower ; the best for general purposes. It is small leaved, of dwarf, compact habit, and in ordinary seasons every plant will produce a fine, marketable head. It is more dwarf, and several days earlier than the Early Snowball. Pkt 5 cents, oz 75 cents ; % 16 $2.50 EARLY FAVORITE 95-110 This is a splendid variety that is exceedingly hardy, very easily grown and there- for the best for the inexperienced grower. It heads very nicely and uniformly under conditions in which many others would fail. It forms large heads which, although inclined to be slightly open, are alway crisp, tender and of fine quality and flavor. We can heartily recommend this variety to our patrons Price per packet 5 cts; oz 75 cents; % pound $2.50
How to have Success with your Garden.
During these strenuous war times there is much being said about “war gardens” as the means of greatly reduc- ing the high cost of living and helping to feed the nations at war. As far as it goes this agitation is good ; but the trouble is that so many, having no previous experience in gardening, will fail to have satisfactory results and be- come discouraged . We are prepared to help you, if you need help.
A few years ago, to meet the demands of our patrons for instructions on the culture, harvesting marketing and storing of Vegetables and Fruits, we published a 144-page book which we have since been giving to our patrons. It has proven to be a splendid success, judging from the thousands of testimonials received.
Fmn in Ynfli Just send as y°ur order for Seeds in packets and ounce, amounting to $1.25 or more, and we a * 1 cc 1UU will send you a copy Free, with your Seeds, if you state in your order that you want it. We have given away many thousand copies. Everybody appreciates it. So will you. Has a handsomely embossed cover.
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Select Celery
Price Of Celery, except where given; Packet 5 cents; ounce 35 cents; 34 pound $1.30; pound $4.50.
Geleriac
GIANT PRAGUE 120-125 Instead of long edible leaf-stalks, like celery, it has a turnip-like root with the true celery flavor. This is the largest, smoothest and best variety. Fine for salads and flavoring. Cult- ure the same as celery. Prices same as celery.
Cress or Pepper Grass
A small growing, fine foliaged plant, used while young, for flavoring soups and salads. Pkt 5 cents.
Dandelion.
CULTURE — Sow seed in the open ground, as soon as the soil can be worked into a perfect seed bed ; cover lightly , make sur- face firm, keep moist and covered with heavy paper until germi- nation starts. Ample time must be given for it usually requires 12 to 16 days to germinate. Sowing in rows a few inches apart is better than broadcasting, as you can stir soil between the rows to encourage growth, which must never be checked. In our book, “The Family Garden” we describe different meth- ods of culture ; preparing for market , storing for winter, etc.
One ounce of seed will produce about 2,500 plants. It requires from 18,000 to 20,000 plants for an acre.
GOLDEN SELF BLANCHING 100-110 There is more of the Golden Self Blanching celery planted than of any other variety.
It is almost the only variety grown in the great celery planta- tions for supplying the large city markets. It is of rather close, compact habit, producing solid, crisp stalks. Foliage and stalks rich golden yellow, and the readiness with which it may be blanched makes it valuable for early family and market use.
Packet iocts; 34 ounce 5° cts 5 ounce $1.50.
IDEAL SNOW-WHITE 110-120 A splendid variety, without a rival in beauty of color, vigor of growth, ease of blanching, size, richness of flavor, crispness and purity. Equal to Golden Self- Blanching in its compact and sturdy habit and ease of blanch- ing. Entirely free from strings and pithiness. Single stalks sometimes weigh two pounds or more. Truly an ideal variety.
COLUMBIA 110-120 An exceptionally fine, early variety , un- surpassed in size and habit of growth, being of medium height, but very stocky and heavy. Stalks thick, almost round, resemb- ling Giant Pascal, but in color more like Golden Self-Blanch ing. It matures early, and its exceedingly fine flavor and crisp- ness will please the most critical. Packet 10 cents; 34 oance 3° cents; ounce $1.00. See cut below.
GIANT PASCAL 120-130 This is a superb variety that par- takes of the sweet, nutty flavor of the Golden Self-Blanching, but is a much stronger grower, and produces larger stalks that blanch readily. The stalks are thick and solid, fewer in num- ber than in other kinds, and make full weight because of their width, thickness and solidity. It is entirely stringless, crisp, and as brittle as ice. It is unequaled in its rich, nutty flavor.
It is a fine shipper and desirable for second early and storing giant
for winter use. We recommend this variety. See cut opposite. pascal.
WHITE PLUME 126-130 Each season adds to the popularity of this most excellent variety. Its foliage being variegated with white it, in a measure, blanches itself without being planted in a trench and banking with earth; simply tieing together the stems is sufficient. It is usually grown for the early market, but if planted later it is a splepdid keeper up to the hollidays. Its eating qualities are excellent, while its feather-like foliage places it ahead of all others as a table ornament. See cut opposite.
WINTER QUEEN 130- 140 This is one of the finest varieties for winter use. It produces a stocky, vigor- ous growth, the stalks being quite thick and heavy. Blanches to a beautiful creamy white; the heart being large and solid, but very crisp and tender, and of the finest flavor. We can heartily recommend it.
GIANT WHITE SOLID 125-130 An excellent late variety, growing to large size. It is a vigorous grower that produces tall stalks that are broad, very solid, and pure white when blanched. Foliage rich, healthy dark green. An excellent keeper. When properly grown it is one of the finest varieties.
IMPROVED THICK LEAVED 50-60 A decided im- provement over native kinds gathered from the fields. SNOW WHITE. WHITE PLUME. Columbia. Sow early, in rich soil. Packet 5 cents; ounce 60 cts.
Look A era in Of course you looked at the beautiful things offered on the outside of the catalogue when ■iUVA n^aill* yGa first took it out of the envelope; but you was then anxious to see what we are off- ering on the inside. That’s all right; it’t just what we wanted you to do: But, before completing and mailing
your order to us we want you to look again at the outside of the cover. Of course you can order these things later if yon prefer, but the offers on the cover are so valuable that you can’t afford to miss them. Each item possesses rare merit; but the Marvel Mallows are really the prettiest hardy flowering plants ever introduced.
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Select Varieties of Sweet Corn
CULTURE — Sweet Corn should not be planted until the ground is quite warm, as it will surely rot in the ground if planted when cold and wet. Plant in rows 36 to 40 inches apart, hills 30 to 36 inches apart in the row, 3 to 5 grains in hill; coverone inch deep. If you want a con- tinuous crop, make small plantings at intervals of 15 to 20 days, until July; you will then have corn for home and market until killed by frost.
One pint will plant form 80 to 100 hills. Five to eight quarts will plant an acre. Drilled or broadcast for fodder /34 to 2 bu.
TEMPLINS’ GOLDEN HONEY 60-65 A splendid new variety that excels all others in richness and delicacy of flavor. Its rich, creamy color when cooked, makes it unusually attractive, and leads to an anticipated rich- ness of flavor that is always better than expected. It grows four to five feet high; stalks produce two to three ears, from five to eight inches long, usually eight-rowed with grains that are broad and of good length ; cob is small and white. Unequalled in quality. Packet 10 cts; 34 pint 25 cts; pint 35 cents; quart 65 cents, postpaid. HOWLING MOB 65
A very early new var- iety, of great merit.
Stalks 4 to 5 feet high, two ears on each. The ears are 7 to 9 inches long with 12 to i4rows of large, pearly white kernels. Has attract- ed much attention on the market and is rap- idly gaining in popu- larity. Its flavor is unsurpassed. Pkt 10 cts: pt35cts: qt 65 cts
COUNTRY GENTLEMAN 7o-75 This is one of the most popular mid-season varieties. The ears are large, frequently produced three on a stalk. The grains are irregular in shape, close on the cob and very deep. Cob is remarkably small, giving great depth to the compress- ed grains. In productiveness, delicious flavor and sweetness few varieties surpass Country Gentleman.
Prices Of Corn, except where noted : Pkt 10 cts ; 34 pint
MAMMOTH CORY 60-65 Claimed to be the earliest Sweet Corn. Ears much larger than the original Cory, two to three on a stalk; 12 rows of large, broad, pearly white grains, on small, white cob. Of excellent quality, and unsurpassed for market, owing to its earliness, large ears and attractive appearance.
FIRST OF ALL 55-60 Ears of medium size, well filled to the tip with large grains. Being rather dwarf in habit it may be planted closer than most other varieties. A very quick grower and remarkably productive; and a splendid money maker on account of its extreme earli- ness, size, high quality and fine appearance in market.
EARLY EVERGREEN 65-70 One of the most popular and profitable varieties ever introduced. It is exceed- ingly productive for so early a variety, maturing in from 65 to 70 days. The large, long, well filled ears always command quick sale in any market. It is unsurpassed in quality and remains in condition for use longer than other varieties. It resembles Stowell’s Evergreen, but is over a week earlier.
STOWELL’S EVERGREEN 75-80 Every market and private gardener in the land knows this grand old stand- ard, main crop variety. The ears are large, grains deep, exceptionally tender and sugary, and possess the quality of remaining in condition for use longer than other var- ities. Stalks of sturdy growth, and producing two large ears. The most popular variety for canning.
20 cts; pint 30 cts; quart 50 cts, postpaid. Ex. qt 40 cts.
Select Varieties of Pop Corn.
TEMPLIN’S “SURE-POP" 90-95 The best Pop Corn introduced in many years. Grows 434 feet high; the stalks are sturdy, with very heavy foliage, producing three to four ears on each. Ears three to four inches long; grains small, round, irregularly set in the small, white cob. All who have used it say that it is the best popper they ever tried, being rich, tender, fine flavored, and quite free from any hard, tough shell when popped. Packet 10 cents; 34 pint 35 cents; pint 65 cents.
Price of Pop Corn, except where noted: Packet
uuluiin UUHE.N 80-90 Probably the most beautiful variety. The ears are quite large; kernels very large, deep, bright golden yellow. Pops perfectly white, ten- der and fine flavor. Wonderfully productive.
WHITE RICE 85-90 A very satisfactory variety. The ears are of medium size, produced three to four on each stalk. Kernels round, sharp pointed; color transparent yrhite. Pops snow-white, very tender and crisp, and of excellent flavor. Quite productive.
10 cents; 34 pint 25 cents; pint 55 cents, postpaid.
Large
O a11 Your orders will receive our most careful attention. Of course we would prefer large Or OlHaiI} orders, but we recognize each order, whether large or small, as an opportunity to sat-
isfy a patron. Our policy has always been — Money back if you are not satisfied.
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EARLY FORTUNE 55-60 One of the best white spine varieties; It has rapidly gained in favor among garden- ers and in the markets. Longer than the original White Spine, more smooth and round, very dark green; thick flesh which is tender and crisp. Vines vigorous, blight resistant and wonderfully productive of large size, per- fect fruits. Pktiocts; ounce 25 cts; 34 pound 60 cts.
KLONDIKE 60-65 A splendid variety of the White Spine type.
It is quite early, and an abundant yielder, even under unfavorable weather conditions. Fruits aver- age two inches thich and seven inches long; dark green, slightly striped lighter green about one third of their length. The flesh is waxy white, crisp and of excel- lent flavor. Fine for slicing.
THORBORNS EVERBEARING.
65-70 The vines are vigorous and continue to bloom and bear fruits until killed by frost. It is unique in this, as with most varieties the vines soon become exhausted. Its fruits are of medium size, rich dark green. Fruits of every size, also blossoms, may be found on a single vine, even up to frost. In- deed, if gathered with reasonable care, they will bear a continuous crop. Enormously productive.
EARLY CLUSTER 50-55 This variety is very popular and is sure to please all who grow it. Remarkably pro- ductive, producing its fruits in clusters. Fruits rather small, of uniform size and shape. One of the most sat- isfactory varieties for pickling.
CHICAGO PICKLING 65-70 A grand old variety that is prefered above all others by many of the largest pick- ling establishments. Is is also largely grown by market gardeners, and possesses great merit for the family gar- den. Fruits of medium size and length, pointed slightly at the ends, with prominent spines. Color, deep green.
Price of Cucumbers, except noted : Pkt 5 cts ; oz 20 cts
Cucumbers
CULTURE — Cucumbers grow best when planted in rich, warm, loamy soil. Sow when all of frost is past, in hills four each way, with 10 to 12 Cover about one- Thin out to three Our book, “The Family Garden,” gives very com- plete instructions on the culture, picking, sorting, and marketing of cucumbers.
One ounce will plant about 50 hills. Requires 3 to 5 pounds for an acre.
F0RDH00K FAMOUS 60-65 A sv variety of great merit. The most beautiful and best strain of long green cucumber. Fruits are perfectly smooth, very dark green, never turns yellow; 12 to 15 inches long, always straight. Flesh greenish white, firm, crisp, and of fine flavor. Flesh unusually thick, and seed cavity extremely small. Vines unusu- ally vigorous and produces enormous crops. Gardeners everywhere are enthusiastic in its praise, as it always brings a fancy price. Pkt 10 cts; oz 25 cts; 34 16 60 cts.
IMPROVED LONG GREEN 60-65 A decided improve- ment over the original Long Green. Vines very vigor- ous and prolific, forming fruits fit for table use almost as early as the shorter varieties. Fruits are from eight to twelve inches long, firm and crisp.
DAVIS PERFECT 50-55 This splen- did new variety seems to posses more points of genuine merit than any other. It is a vigorous grower, withstanding blight and other diseases better than most other varieties. Fruits average 10 to 12 inches long, being rather slim, and slightly tapered at each end. Color dark green, which they retain until al- most ripe when they turn creamy white. They are unexcelled for both outdoor and forcing. The fruits are very tender, brittle, and of exceptionally fine flavor. The sum total of the claims made for Davis Perfect is that by its use amateur and professional gardeners can produce cucumbers outdoors that are as fine, and will sell in the markets at prices equal to hot-house and forcing varieties. Davis Perfect never fails to satisfy our patrons. Fine for pickling.
COOL AND CRISP 65-70 A white spine variety of sterling merit. Straight, long, slim, even; dark green. Earlv and constant bearer. Unexcelled for pickling.
WEST INDIA GHERKIN 60-70 A small, oval, prickly variety grown for pickling. Fruits two to three inches long. Packet 5 cents; ounce 30 cents.
34 lb 45 cts; lb $1.30, postpaid. By express, lb $1.20.
Plc!( all O'? ifiPITS If you want the best possible results from your Cucumbers, be careful to pick all of them every time; leave none on the vines to ripen. If intended for pickling they should be gathered when about two to three inches long, the entire bed should be picked over every two days. Every one be too large and worthless at the next picking. And that is not the worst feature of it: Vines upon which fruits^ are allowed to ripen will soon become exhausted. It is really difficult to pick them clean, but it is worth the effort if you want a continuous crop. Be sure to handle the vines carefully; don’t tramp on them.
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Endive, or Winter Lettuce
CULTURE — For early use sow in April, in drills 14 inches apart, covering one-half inch deep; thin out to one foot apart. For late or main crop sow in July. May be blanched, when fully grown, by gathering up the out- er leaves and tying together, or laying boards over them keeping them flat.
One ounce will produce about 5,000 plants. Will require about 22,000 plants for an acre.
GREEN CURLED WINTER 40-45 Beautfully curled and crinkled, dark green leaves , blanches white, crisp.
WHITE CURLED 45-5° Leaves large, pale green, mid- rib yellow; blanches white, tender. Very attractive.
Price of Endive : Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents.
Okra, or Gombo
CULTURE — Sow during May and June, after ground is warm, in drills 30 inches apart; cover one inch deep; thin out to 12 to 18 inches apart in the row. Gather the pods when young. It is delicious in soups. The seed should be soaked before sowing to hasten germination.
One ounce will produce 600 plants. 14,000 plants for an acre.
WHITE VELVET 50-60 Are easily grown and highly esteemed for stews, soups, etc. The young, tender seed pods are prepared the same as Asparagus and Beans. This variety is distinct in its appearance and manner of growth; the pods are much larger, thicker flesh, more tender and nutritious. Pods pearly white, smooth, and produced in great numbers.
Price Of Okra: Packet 5 cents ; ounce 15 cents .
Vegetable Eggs
CULTURE — The Vegetable Egg, being a warm climate plant, requires heat; and should never be planted out until warm weather is assured. Sow the seed in a hotbed, about March 1st; transplant two and one-half feet apart each way. The potato beetle is very fond of the plants. Spray with Ar- senate of Lead, as you would fruit trees.
One ounce of seed will produce about 1000 plants. It requires about 7,300 plants for an acre.
BLACK BEAUTY 130-135 A splendid new variety. Origin- ated in New Jersey, by a prominent trucker, who has been several years perfecting it. It is the earliest variety that grows to the large size required in the markets. Fruits broad and thick, of attractive form, and of the finest flavor. The color is a rich purplish black. Are entirely free from spines. Packet 10 cents; % ounce 35 cents-; ounce 60 cents. *
NEW YORK IMP. SPINELESS 125- 130 An improved vari- ety ot this superior type. The plants are of low, stocky and branching habit, and entirely free from spines. The plants usually bear eight to ten fine, large fruits. An early and con- tinuous producer of handsome fruits of the largest size. It is fully two weeks earlier than the original New York Purple, and of the finest quality. If gathered and stored in a warm and dry place at the approach of frosty nights, they may be kept it good condition for several weeks.
EARLY LONG PURPLE 115-120 This is the earliest variety known. Fruits remarkably large, often measuring six to ten inches long and four inches in diameter. The skin is a lively dark purple, and fruits of good size for so early.
Price, except noted : Pkt5cts; %oz3octsi oz 50 cts.
Odd Shaped and Ornamental Gourds
These are interesting for the varied and mense spread of vines and foliage is wanted will grow 20 to 30 feet in a season, and the some are quite fancy and make excellent toys the following distinct sorts, in separate packets : Shaped, and Sugar-Trough. Price, 5 cts per packet.
forms and colors of their fruits; also valuable where an im- shade and the hiding of unsightly objects. Most of them some sorts are quite striking and handsome. The fruits of while others mav be used for dippers, bowls. We offer Dipper, Herculese Club, Nest Egg, Orange, Pear-
incJuding the above, 5 cents per packet.
Kale or Borecole
CULTURE — One of the hardiest of “greens,” belong- ing to the cabbage family. Excellent for winter and spring use. For winter and early spring use sow either in rows or broadcast during August or September. Pro- tect during winter with a covering of coarse litter.
One ounce will produce about 5,000 plants. Two lbs for an acre
GREEN CURLED SCOTCH 50-60 Grows 20 inches high and produces a luxuriant growth of dark green, beauti- fully curled and crinkled foliage.
DWARF GERMAN 50-60 Leaves brownish green, long, deeply cut, finely curled and quite ornamental. Of compact habit. Quite hardy; flavor improved by frost.
Price Of Kale: Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents.
Kohl Rabi
CULTURE — Sow in the spring, in drills two feet apart, cover one-half inch deep; thin out to 15 inches in the row. Belongs to the cabbage family; stems enlarg- ed to globular form just above the ground. They are cooked and served like turnips.
One ounce will produce 5,000 plants. One lb for an acre.
EARLY WHITE VIENNA 50-60 Early, dwarf; bulbs handsome, firm, glossy white. Leaves few and small. Use when young, as they are tough when old.
EARLY PURPLE VIENNA 55-60 A purple variety, later than above, but popular for late use. Skin purple flesh white and of excellent flavor.
Price of Kohl Rabi: Packet 5 cents; ounce 35 cents.
Three Collections of Superb Dahlias,
SHOWN IN NATURAL COLORS ON THE OTHER SIDE
Your Grandmother used to grow these grand old favorites —Dahlia* h„t thl unimproved varieties. But during recent years they h av e e n & v e r^ ptps ^ W ? 6 Probahly of the old-fashioned, been added, uni il they now probably embrace a greater ranee ofLwM Jj™&r°Ve,d; ne^ types and colors have colors on this leaflet are the very latest introductions. The illustration i = n C!ass' Those shown in natural
best artists, engravers and printers cannot do justice to these * C°mbined ski11 of the
Three distinct types. Nine varieties. Nine distinct colors.
point ^a^edesI^^wnCin>^ost^omnmnftiesmi!^ns^wiPb^ethn^,l:l11 COl°rS ^ in ever?
colors, there are three distinct types of Dahlias, three distinct colors 1 tbe llIustratl°n. in natural
color. Together ,he7 ot.ke a wonderful collection. ^^SSST °f ““ S'"”'
Decorative Collection. n s
Decorative Collection.
Dolly or Sylva— Clear white, each petal edgea with delicate pink.
Progress — Clear lavender, with fine stripes and blotches of soft crimson-purple. Very pretty.
Jack Rose—The identical shade of the celebrated Gen. Jack Rose. Large flowers; free bloomer.
Cactus Collection.
Genista Centre golden orange, blending to deeper orange. A strong and sturdy grower.
Mars — Deep orange scarlet. Free bloomer and sturdy grower.
Gen. Bailer — Rich, velve y, crim- son maroon, tipped with white.
o- — . A very attractive variety , , . .... uuusum
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acK collection 40 cts ; any two collections 75 cts ; the three for $1.00, postpaid.
Show Collection.
Robert Bloomfield-Pure white. A
tall grower and free bloomer. Queen Victoria— A light shade of primrose, approaching canary yellow. Delicate and pretty. Win. Neats Soft, reddish-fawn or terra-coita red. An unusual color but quite pretty.
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Wonderful Everbearing Strawberry,
NOT SIMPLY A NOVELTY, BUT A REALITY.
It’s hard to believe, isn’t it? Candidly, we didn’t have much faith in them at first. But in April, 1915 we planted some on our trial grounds, not expecting a berry as big as a hazelnut all season. Right there is where we missed it, for early in July they began to blossom, and we had
Big. ripe, red Strawberries every day in August, September and October.
Read what a writer for The Fruit Grower says about the new ‘Progressive’ Fall-bearing Strawberry: “Here it is the first of October, and I’ve been out in one of our subscriber’s Strawberry patch all day, picking and eating those nice, firm, juicy , red berries; and believe me, they sure taste good. I think I ate about seven dollars worth today; for, you know, they’re worth 25 cents a pint now.”
But we can beat that here in Ohio: Saturday, October 23, I picked two quarts of fine ripe berries— (We had preachers and their wives, and Strawberries, fop Sunday dinner.) Today, November 1st, I picked a quart of fine, ripe berries, from our two short rows. (It will be Strawberries and cream, straight, this time. )
You can have Strawberry short-cake every week in August, September and October.
It’s easy. Order 100 “Progressive” plants. Cultural instructions sent with each order. Price, 12 for 40 cts; 25 for 60 cts; 50 for $1.10; 100 for $1.90, postpaid.
Address, L. TEMPLIN SEED CO.. CALLA. OHIO.
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Select Varieties of Lettuce
CULTURE — For very early spring use, sow in a hotbed early in March, and transplant to the open ground as soon as it can be prepared. For late use sow in the open ground during April and May, in rows 12 to 18 inches apart and thin out to 12 to 14 inches in the row; cover 34 inch deep. If you sow at intervals of 15 to 20 days you can have a continuous supply.
One ounce will plant 123 feet of drill, and produce about 3,000 plants.
CRISP AS ICE 40-45 One of the most beautiful and valuable of the cab- bage or heading Lettuce. The solid heads are of great size. The glossy leaves are thick and nicely crimped; outside they are variegated with bronze and green. The heads, w,hen cut open, have a rich, cream v yellow heart. For home use, during early spring and summer, it is unexcelled; so tender and brittle as to have suggested the name. It cannot be overesti- mated or overpraised. See cut No. 1
GRAND RAPIDS 40-45 This is the popular variety grown under glass, and seen in the market during the winter and early spring months. More largely grown for winter forcing than all others combined; and it is also unexcelled for home garden culture. It is an attractive variety, with yel- lowish green, curled and twisted leaves that form large, loose heads.
PERFECTED SALAMANDER 50-55 One of the few varieties that will form good heads during hot weather. It produces a good sized, compact, heavy head, creamy white in color, and has all the richness of flavor of the so-called “butter” lettuce. It will grow equally as well as the best early variety but is not so good for late use. A popular sort. See cut No 2.
TOMHANNOCK 45-50 One of the most desirable varieties. For mid-sum- mer use it has no superior. Of upright habit; the outer leaves handsomely curled and of a beautiful reddish-bronze color; the inner leaves white, crisp and tender. It resists well the drought and hot sun.
IMPROVED HANSON 45-50 A greatly improved strain of this excellent variety. None more reliable. The heads are quite large, resembling those of cabbage. The outer leaves are yellowish-green; inner leaves creamy- white, deliciously sweet, crisp and tender, and entirely free from bitter- ness. Remains in condition for use longer than most other varieties. It is unsurpassed for the home garden. See cut No. 3.
WONDERFUL 45-50 The largest heading variety; the heads resembling cabbage in their solidity, measuring from 12 to 15 inches across , and fre- quently weighing two to three pounds. Quality superb, being rich, tender and crisp. It withstands heat well, making it a splendid variety for all seasons. Our customers pronounce it the best variety they grow. It is of exceptional value for both home and market gardeners, as it keeps in per- fect condition for use longer than most varieties.
BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON 40-45 One of the best non-heading varieties. An old and very popular standard sort of large size and the highest quality. The outer leaves are light green, with inner leaves almost white. Good for forcing under glass, or for spring and early summer culture in the garden. Resists heat and remains long in edible condition. See cut No 4.
TRIANON or SELF-CLOSING COS 5°-55 By far the best of the Cos, or Roman varieties, which are becoming very popular. The long, spoon- shaped leaves form large, oval heads, that are easily blanched by loosely tying the outer leaves over the top, a few days before wanted for use. It has a very distinct and pleasing flavor.
PRIZE HEAD 40-60 Sometimes offered as “Beefsteak.” It forms a large, tender, crisp, close head of bright green, crimped leaves, that are tinged with brownish red. Decidedly the best of the brown-leaved sorts. The leaves are very thin and tender, of superior flavor, long remaining sweet and crisp, and slow to run to seed. It is well adapted to forcing and to open air culture, being quite hardy. See cut No. 5.
Price of Lettuce: packet 5 cts; oz 20 cts; 34 lb 45 cts; lb $1,50, postpaid.
Pure-Culture Mushroom Spawn
The culture of Mushrooms is increasing greatly in recent years. Their popularity is due to the ease with which they can be grown, in a cellar, wood-shed or barn . There is now no secret process of growing; however, details are very important. They used to be considered a luxury, but now all restaurants and hotels have them daily on their menus, and are also in great demand for family use. Considering the first cash outlay and subse- quent labor and equipment, they are the most profitable crop that can be grown. We offer •
a very superior strain, known as “Pure Culture.”
Price, per brick, 40 cents, postpaid. By express, 30 cts each; 5 bricks for $1.25, not prepaid.
A Book on Mush- rooms will be giv- en free with each order. I t i s a splendid treatise; 16 pages well illus- trated.
THE ONLY DIFFERENCE between a beautiful and profitable home garden and one that is not, is just a little preparatory labor, a few cents in- vested in seeds, and a few hours of cultivation. Think it over, and try it. Our free 144-page book “The Family Garden,” will help you to succeed.
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Select Musk Melons
CULTURE — Musk Melons are rather exacting in their requirements.
They need a rich, warm soil, well supplied with decayed vegetable matter or humus, which can be most easily supplied by putting well rotted manure in or under the hills. Make the hills form four to five feet apart each way.
Plant io to 15 seed in a hill, when all danger from frost is past; covering % inch deep. When well started thin out to three or four plants per hill.
One ounce will plant about 75 hills. Two to three pounds are required for an acre. MILLER’S CREAM or OSAGE 75-80 One of the best old varieties for the home garden, and also for market, where known. While not early, the fruits mature perfectly in this latitude. A vigorous grower and very pro- ductive. Fruits, large, oblong, dark green, with light netting. Flesh or- ange-salmon, very thick flesh, sweet, highly flavored. See cut No. 1.
EMERALD GEM 75-80 A perfect gem, among melons, both in beauty and quality. Medium size, ribs distinct, but 6kin smooth, deep emerald green. Flesh salmon, quite thick and firm, ripening almost to the rind, sweet and luscious beyond description. Vines thrifty, quite vigorous, and wonderfully productive, ripening evenly and medium early.
HOODOO 70 75 One of the best of the recent introductions. In size it is like Rocky Ford, but nearer round ; just right for packing and shipping, for which it is unexcelled. The netting is heavy and close; melons heavy and solid, with small seed cavity , and firm at the blossom end. The flesh is deep orange, extremely thick, fine grained and of the sweetest and most delicate flavor. Wonderfully productive. A fine shipper. See cut No. 2.
EDEN GEM 65-70 This superb new melon is considered superior in qual ity to the Rocky Ford. A beautiful melon, uniform in size and shape, and only slightly ribbed. Not as early as Rocky Ford, but the vines bear longer and are usually much more productive and less liable to rust. The seed cavity is small, flesh green, thick, fine grained, juicy, spicy, luscious.
EARLY HACKENSACK . 60-65 -A- bountiful yielder, and one of the most extensively grown varieties, being valuable for market. Fruits large, five to eight pounds in weight; round, but slightly flattened at each end, and well ribbed; skin deeply netted; flesh green, tinged with yellow toward the center; sweet and delicious flavor. See cut No. 3.
BANANA 85-90 A melon of peculiar form: 12 to 20 inches long, cucum- ber shaped, two to four inches in diameter. It looks and smells like a Ban- ana. Flesh deep orange, and of excellent flavor. Not a mere curiosity, but it is in such favor that it commands good prices in city market when its quality is once known. Packet 10 cts ; ounce 30 cts ; 34 lb 60 cts.
TRUE ROCKY FORD 70-75 Without doubt the most popular the Eastern markets ; they always command the highest prices, are vigorous and healtliy, as nearly rust resistant as any known variety It produces enormous crop of marketable fruits. Color, greenish yellow the netting prominent and light in color. Flesh green, very thick, clear to the thin rind, with small seed cavity, very tender, sweet,
Medium size, oval. An excellent shipper. See cut No. 4.
CASSABA 90-100 A very late variety that usually does not ripen on the vines in the Northern States, but are gathered before freezing, stored in a cool place and brought to a warm room to ripen. May be kept until the hollidays. Fruits large, oblong; flesh green, tender, sweet and delicious. O Quite productive. Packet 10 cts; ounce 30 cts; 34 pound 60 cts.
TIP TOP 80 85 Large, nearly round, and so attractive as to always sell quite quickly, at fancy prices. Flesh orange, and of the highest quality, being firm, and edible almost to the rind. Medium to large in size, evenly ribbed, moderately netted. A fine grower, very prolific, and each melon produced, big or little, early or late, is a good one. In every market where Tip Top is known, it quickly supercedes all others. See cut No. 5.
HONEY DEW 85-95 In some markets this melon commands very high prices. Melons smooth, about six inches in diameter by eight inches long; skin smooth, almost white; flesh green, thick, and of a peculiar, sweet fla- vor and fragrance, resembling a well-ripened banana. Being similar in type to the Casaba, we recommended they be gathered, and stored in the same manner until fully, or a trifle over-ripe. Pkt xo cts; oz 35 cts.
FIELD’S DAISY 60-65 A new melon of great merit. Qpite early for so large a melon, six to seven inches in diameter. Quite uniform in size and appearance. Similar to Emerald Gem, but larger, not so deeply ribbed, and thicker flesh, which is rich orange in color, very tender, sweet and luscious. Unsurpassed for home garden and market. Pkt 10 cts; oz 35 cts; 34 75c*
Price of Musk Melons, except where noted: Packet 5 cts; ounce 20 cts;
pound 50 cts; pound $1 .60, postpaid. By express, pound $1.50.
Mustard
A pungent salad, used with Cress or other greens. Sow thickly in rows, cut when about three inches high. One ounce will sow 75 feet of drill.
CHINESE GIANT 45-50 A variety that is highly prized for salads or boiling and serving like Spinach. Leaves are twiee the size of the ordinary varieties. Can be used six weeks after planting. Pkt 5 cts; ounce 20 cts
Martynia
Martynia, or “Unicorn Plant” is quite ornamental in growth, and bears large, pyramidal spikes of Gloxinia-like flowers, followed by hairy seed pods of very peculiar shape. Highly prized for pickling, while young.
MARTYNIA PROBOSCIDEA 40-50 So named because seed-pods resemble in shape the probosis of the Unicorn. Packet 5 cents; ounce 30 cents.
VALITY in Seeds is a matter of much greater importance than Price.
on may find seed offered for less money, but are you sure of their quality?
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Select Watermelons
CULTURE — The conditions most necessary to the successful cultivation of prime Watermelons are a warm loamy soil, well drained, and containing thoroughly de- cayed vegetable matter or humus. Plant as soon as the weather is really warm and settled. For the home gar- den, where the season is short, to insure an early crop and avoid the ravages of the insects, plant six or eight seed between two pieces of sod about four inches square, placed in a shallow box in a sunny window; water occa- sionally and transfer to the hills when ground is warm. Hills should be about six feet apart each way.
One ounce will plant 30 to 40 hills. Four pounds for an acre. KLECKLEY’S SWEET 7&-7S Large, oblong molons 18 to 24 inches long and 10 to 12 inches in diameter, tap- ering slightly at the ends. Skin dark, glossy green. Flesh bright scarlet, ripening close to the skin. Seeds white, laying close to the rind, leaving a large, solid core that does not crack when ripe. Sweet and sugary, and of such texture as to leave no strings'or pulp.
PRINCESS or BABY DELIGHT .70-80 A real watermelon, of luscious sweetness but diminutive size. The ripe melons weigh only from three to six pounds. Skin lustrous dark green; rind quite thin but strong. Flesh rich carmine, always solid, of exceptionally sweet flavor. The most popular variety for family use and restaurants, because of their size; half of a melon being right for individual service. Pkt 10 cts; oz 25 cts.
F0RDH00K EARLY 60-70 Without a rival as the earliest, large fruited melon. Fruits of good size, rather short and blocky in form, with large diameter. Skin dark green, occa- sionally faint stripes of lighter green. Rind thin but tough, making it an excellent shipper. Flesh bright red, crisp, sweet, and of the finest quality : Really one of the finest flavored
melons ever introduced. Packet 10 cts; ounce 25 cts.
HALBERTS HONEY 70-75 Considered one of the finest watermelons for the home garden, and choice trade in local markets. The fruits are regular in outline, quite even in size, rich, glossy dark green in color; average 18 to 20 inches long.
It is essentially a melon for the home garden, as the rind is so thin and brittle that it will not withstand handling or ship- ping to distant points. The flesh is a beautiful crimson, the rich coloring and luscious quality extending to the thin rind.
TOM WATSON 75-85 The best market watermelon of re- cent introduction. It has become so popular that it is now planted more extensively than any other variety. The melons average 18 to 24 inches long, and 10 to 12 inches in diameter, weighing from 50 to 75 pounds each. The dark green rind is thin but tough enough to stand shipping to distant points. A prolific bearer, Flesh deep red, crisp, melting, luscious. The heart is large with no sign of a hard core.
WONDERFUL SUGAR 80-85 Medium size; skin beau- tifully striped and variegated. Flesh rosy pink, quite solid, free from stringiness, of the finest texture and of most excellent flavor. Vines very thrifty and strong, well adapted to withstand wet weather, heat or drought.
Being a great bearer it is valuable for the home and nearby markets; the rind being rather thin and tender to withstand shipping to distant points.
.BURPEE’S "SUGAR STICK” 75-80 Large, light green or gray, oblong in form. Rind thin but tough; flesh a deep rich red, with a solid heart that is crisp, sugary, and of most excellent flavor; entirely free from stringi- ness. An excellent shipper. Vigorous and productive. J
SWEET HEART 70-75 A splendid variety for the home and market. Car-load lots sell fancy prices in the city markets. Vines are quite vigorous, healthy, remarkably productive, ripening fruits early. Large, oval, very heavy, uniformly mottled with light and dark green. Rind thin but firm; flesh red, quite solid, but very tender, melting, sweet and luscious. An excellent shipper that keeps well on the market.
ANGEL KISS 70-75 A splendid melon, of Texas origin. It is entirely distinct in type, a handsome melon of large size, and oblong in form. They measure 20 to 30 inches long, with an average weight of 30 to 40 pounds. Probably the earliest of the very large mel- ons. Flesh bright red, solid, yet melting and of excellent flavor. Skin silver-gray, with very tough but thin rind. The vines are vig- orous and healthy, and very heavy bearers. It is an excellent variety for the home gar- den, and growers for the distant city mar- kets will find it a rapid seller, because of its beauty and high quality; a good shipper, be- cause of its strong rind; in great demand where known. See cut. Pkt 10 cts; oz 25 cts. PRESERVING CITRON 90-100 This is not an edible melon; it is used only for making preserves. Skin green, flesh white, beautifully transparent when preserved. It is wonderfully productive of large melons which will keep all winter in a dry cellar.
Price of Watermelons, except noted: Packet5cts; ouncei5cts; 14 pound 35 cts , pound $1.25, postpaid.
A GOOD CROP, OR. NO CROP ? Which shall it be? That depends almost wholly upon the real quality «— of the seeds you plant. Speaking of thoroughbred Live Stock, some people claim that “the breed is in the feed.” We doubt it, but whether it be true or not; we are positive it is not true of the crop produced in your garden. No extra care in planting, fertilizing, and cultivating can possibly produce a good, sure-heading crop Of Cabbage, from a poor strain Of seed. Good Cabbage seed are not produced in one season’s growth: It requires many years of very careful selecting and culling out of the inferior (poor heading) stalks, to
so improve a variety as to establish its sure-heading quality. And this culling (they call it rogueing) and selecting must be done by expert growers with many years experience to make a fixed type, worthy of dissemination.
The same remarks will apply to the growing of all other kinds of garden seeds. Our patron are all benefitted by our 51 years experience in the Seed business, and knowing where the very best strains of seed are produced.
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Select Onions
CULTURE — Onion seed should be sown as early in the spring as the ground can be prepared, even if the weather is vet cool. They re- quire rich soil. Muck beds' drained to a depth of two feet will pro- duce large crops; and a black, sandy loam is also excellent. Ground should be heavily dressed with well rotted manure, plowed to moder- ate depth and thoroughly pulverized before planting. Drill thinly, in drills 12 to 15 inches apart, covering about % inch deep. Culti- vate frequently but shallow; kill all weeds when small. Complete in- structions for culture, storing, marketing, etc., will be found in our 144-page book, “The Family Garden” Price 25 cts; given free with your seeds, if your order amounts to $1.25; if you say you want it.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. Four to five pounds per acre if for large \onions; 50 to 60 pounds if for set.
1 YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS . 120-125 The finest shaped, best color- ed and largest cropper of the Yellow Globe Onions. This strain is grown from the most carefully selected bulbs and is sure to prove sat- isfactory. Its points of superiority are earliness of ripening, small- ness of neck, perfect globe shape and clear yellow skin. It is an enor- mous cropper that has become very popular. See cut No. 1.
LARGE RED WEATHERSFIELD ioo-iio We can heartily recom- mend this variety to those who prefer a red variety. It yields fully equal to the Yellow Danvers; in fact many growers claim it to be even more productive. The bulbs are of large size, round, slightly flattened on the top; skin purplish red; flesh white, fine grained. Its splendid keeping qualities make it easy to hold the crop for winter, when the prices are higher. The most popular red variety.
MAMMOTH SILVER KING 85-95 without doubt the largest white variety in cultivation, often three to four pounds in weight. Consid- ering its enormous size, it matures very early. Uniformly large size and fine in shape, being only slightly flattened. Skin silvery white; flesh clear white, mild and pleasant flavor. Its enormous size, fine shape and handsome appearance recommend it for exhibition and market where it always brings the highest price. Packet 10 cents; ounce 35 cents; 3 4 pound $1.10. See cut No. 2.
EARLY WHITE BARLETTA 85-90 The earliest Onion known. It is pure white, very mild and delicate in flavor. Rather small, aver- aging one to one and one-half inches in diameter. At maturity tops die down directly to the bulbs, leaving the neatest and most hand- some little Onions immaginable. An excellent variety for pickling. Packet 10 cents; ounce 35 cents; pound $1.10.
GIANT RED ITALIAN 105-113 An Italian Onion of great merit. Very large size, often weighing four to five pounds if planted early and grown on rich soil, under proper cultivation. Handsome globe shaped, slightly oval; skin delicate red; flesh white, fine grained and much more tender and mild in flavor than American varieties. Pkt 10 cents; ounce 35 cents; J4 pound $1.10. See cut No. 3.
RED BERMUDA, TENERIFFE 100-120 These are grown very ex- tensively, not only in Bermuda, but also in our Southern States, and are very popular on the early markets because of their enormous size and beauty. Quite early, considering their large size; slightly flat- tened; skin pale red; flesh white and mild in flavor, therefore excel- lent for slicing. Very productive. Pkt 10 cts; oz 35 cts; % lb $1.10
WHITE BERMUDA 90-100 This is the fine, very large, white onion found on the early market. They are grown in large quantities in our Southern States and shipped to Northern markets. In general appearance it resembles the Red, except in color. Price as above : AUSTRALIAN BROWN , 90-100 Its extraordinary keeping qualities have made it a favorite. The bulbs grow to good marketable size very solid; ripen earlier than Globe Danvers or Weathersfield. Skin beautiful reddish brown; mild flavor. See cut No. 4.
MAMMOTH PRIZE TAKER 100-110 Considered by many growers to be the largest, handsomest, finest flavored, most productive and profitable Onion now in cultivation. It closely resembles the large Spanish Onion we see in the city markets, sold at fancy prices. They are clear, bright straw-color, and always grow to a uniform shape, which is nearly round. They frequently attain a weight of from two to three pounds each, under proper cultivation. See cut No. 5.
Price Of Onions, except where noted:
Packet 5 cents; ounce 30 cents; impound 85 cents; pound $2.50, postpaid.
Onion Sets
YELLOW These are grown from the finest strain of Yellow Globe Danvers.
WHITE Grown from the very best strain of White Silverskin.
Price of Onion Sets. Pint 15 cts; quart 30 cents; 5 quarts $1.35, postpaid.
The price of Onion Sets by the bushel fluctuates so much, owing to the abund- ant or short crop, that we cannot safely quote prices at this time.
A post card will bring prices per bushel, if you write just before planting time.
Price of Onion Seed in larger quantities will be sent promptly on application.
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Select Varieties of Peas
CULTURE — Peas thrive best and mature earliest when planted in a light, rich soil. For the general or main crop a rather heavy soil is best. Sow for the earliest crop as soon as the ground can be properly prepared. For successional crops sow at intervals of 15 days until the middle of Jury; and for autumn crop sow early varieties during August. Make rows 2% to 4 feet apart, according to the growth of the variety. Drill or cover seed form one to two inches deep. In small home garden sow in double row about 10 inches apart, sticking the brush between so as to support both rows. Our book, “The Family Garden” will tell you much more about growing Peas; also how to gather and prepare for market. Book is free if seed order amounts to $1.25.
One quart will plant a row about 100 feet long. Requires two to three bushels to plant an acre.
EARLY PEAS— DWARF HABIT.
AMERICAN WONDER 55-60 days The earliest wrinkled Pea. It also stands at the head of the list in flavor and quality. The vines are 12 to 14 inches high and very pro- ductive of well filled pods. Peas of medium size, much wrinkled. It is particularly adapted for planting in the small family garden, as it requires no brush.
PREMIUM GEM 55-60 A very fine, extra early, dwarf variety of the Little Gem type, on which it is a decided improvement, producing larger pods and many more of them. Vines 12 to 15 inches high; pods three to four inches long, round, well filled with wrinkled peas of most delicious flavor. Excellent for both family and market.
LITTLE MARVEL 50-55 For the extra early crop growers consider this variety better than American W and Nott’s Excelsior, as it matures earlier and the pods con tain more peas. It grows 12 to 15 inches high, is very ductive, bearing twin pods, dark green in color. It is espec- ially dasirable for the market gardener, because of its ex- treme earliness. It has become a standard early variety.
Packet xocts; % pint 30 cts ; pint45cts; quart 70 cts.
NOTT’S EXCELSIOR 55-60 Of fine, compact habit, with pods about one third larger than American Wonder, and maturing almost as early. The pods average three inches in length, and contain seven to nine large peas which are very superior in tenderness and flavor. It grows from 14 to 16 inches high. The entire crop may be gathered in two or three pickings, leaving the ground free for other crops.
ALASKA 50-55 Very early to mature, therefore very popular among market garden- ers. The pods are good size, produced in profusion. The vines are 12 to 15 inches high, and do not'require any support. Those who need an extra early, hardy, and very pro- ductive variety should order Alaska. Peas smooth and of unrivaled quality.
EARLY PEAS— MEDIUM HEIGHT
LAXTONIAN 60-65 The largest podded of the extra early peas. It is really a dwarf Gradus, as the vines grow only about 18 inches high, but they are vigorous, and with- stand unfavorable weather conditions. The pods are long, well filled with large peas, of most excellent flavor. The crop matures a few days later than Gradus, but fully equals them in quality. They are very attractive in color when eooked. Have become very popular.
See cut to the right. Packet 10 cts ; % Pt 3° cts 5 pt 45 ctgT fit 7° c- FIRST AND BEST 50-55 A round, smooth variety that remarkable for its quick maturity. It is unequaled in earli ness, size of pods, productiveness, fine quality, vigor of and possesses more points of real merit than any other early variety. It grows about 20 inches high and needs support. A profitable variety for the market gardener.
EARLY PEAS— TALL GROWING
RICHARD SEDDON 55-60 A splendid variety, introduced from New Zealand. A most excellent early Pea, just a little later than Alaska, and very much more productive than other early varieties. The vines are vigorous, about 20 to 24 inches high. Pods of large size, produced in great abundance; peas round and plump, and in richness and excellence of flavor are unexcelled. Unequaled for canning. A very popular variety for the market gardener. See cut to the left.
ABUNDANCE 65-70 One of the most valuable of the med- ium early varieties. The vines grow 18 to 24 inches high, are
very productive, always heavily laden with long pods, containing from six to eight large, wrinkled peas, of most excellent quality. One of the best second-early sorts.
THE GRADUS 55-60 The distinctive points of merit of this variety are extreme earli- ness, wonderful productiveness, large size and most excellent quality. It is a very hardy and vigorous grower, from 24 to 30 inches high. It produces very large pods, contain- ing from six to eight large, wrinkled peas of the most delicious flavor; as large, sweet and tender as the finest late wrinkled varieties. Fine for the home and market.
LAXTONIAN.
LATE PEAS— TALL GROWING
EVERBEARING 70-75 A wrinkled variety of most excellent quality and flavor. It is late to very late, and is especially adapted to summer and autumn cropping, as the vines produce blossoms and continuous crop until killed by frost. The pods are large, from three to four inches long and contain six to eight large peas.
TELEPHONE 70-75 One of the best tall, second-early, main-crop varieties. It is val- uable for both home and market gardeners, because of its unusual productiveness. The vines are robust, growing about four feet high. Pods are quite large, containing eight to ten large, wrinkled peas, pale green in color, and of superior, sugary flavor.
PRINCE EDWARD 70-75 Considered the most profitable variety among gardeners, because of its enormous size, productiveness and excellent quality. It is vigorous and robust grower, from five to six feet high, able to withstand mildew and drought to a re- markable degree. The pods often attain the extraordintry length of 7 inches. In rich- ness of flavor it is unexcelled. Profitable because of productiveness.
Price of Peas, except where noted: Packet 10 cents; % pint 25 cents ; pint 40 cents 5 RICHARD seddon. quart 65 cents, postpaid. By express qt 55 cts. Price per peck sent on application,
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HOLLOW CROWN 85-90 This is the popular old vari- ety that everybody has grown. Roots large, smooth ; rich, sweet flavor. Enormously productive. Largely grown for stock, but equally valuable for table use.
Parsnips
CULTURE — Sow seed as early in the spring as the ground can be prop- erly prepared, in drills 15 inches apart and cover % inch deep. Thrive the best in rich soil, manured the previous sea- son. Thin out to three inches apart. They are improved by frost and may be left in the ground until spring, but those needed for use during winter may be taken up in the fall and stored in the cellar in a box of moist earth.
One ounce will sow about 100 feet of drill. Five to six pounds will plant an acre.
IMPROVED GUERNSEY 85-90 We consider this the best Parsnip for both the home and market gardener. The roots are smooth; flesh fine grained and of most excellent quality. An ex- ceedingly heavy cropper. The roots are larger than the Hollow Crown. An easy variety to harvest.
Price of Parsnips: Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents; 34 pound 40 cents; pound $1.15, postpaid.
Select Peppers
CULTURE — Sow the seed in a hot-bed during April and trans- plant to the open ground as soon as danger of frost is past, in rows 18 to 24 inches apart, 20 inches apart in the row. If possible plant in warm, mellow soil that is rich in humus. Thorough, frequent, shal- low culture should be maintained until frost; this will insure a con- tinuous crop. Where the season is long the seeds may be sown in the open ground when danger of frost is past, but not in the North.
One ounce will produce about 1800 plants. About 18,000 plants for an acre.
PERFECTION 120-125 This is a new Pepper that probably possess- es more points of real merit than any other. It is very productive, yielding freely until frost. Fruits large, smooth; a beautiful scarlet when ripe. In quality it is very sweet and delicious and entirely free from pungency. Flesh nearly three times as thick as other varieties; can even be pared with a knife. Largely grown for canners, and are especially desirable for both home and market gardeners. See cut. Packet 10 cents; ounce 60 cents, postpaid.
CHINESE GIANT 125-130 Noted for its enormous size, magnificent appearance and great productiveness. It is the largest sweet pepper known. Plants vigorous, stocky and sturdy enough to carry and ma- ture their enormous crop. Packet 10 cents; ounce 60 cents.
RUBY KING 125-130 Plants grow two feet high; produce heavy crop of large, smooth, beautiful scarlet fruits. Ripens earlier than most other large varieties. Flesh thick, sweet and mild flavor. Fine for salads and stuffed for mangoes. Profitable for truckers.
RED CAYENNE 125-135 A long, slim, rather pointed variety. Col- or, when fully ripe, bright coral-red. Exceedingly pungent or “hot.”
TABASCO 120-125 The “Tabasco Sauce” of commerce is made from this variety. These little red fruits, about an inch long, are extremely hot and fiery.
RED CHILI 120-125 This is a very pungent variety, similar to Tabasco in appearance, equally pungent, but smaller. Fine for bottling for “pepper-sauce.”
GOLDEN QUEEN 125-X30 This is decidedly the best yellow variety. Always large, sometimes five to six inches long. As mild as Ruby King. Very productive.
SWEET SPANISH MONSTROUS 125-130 Fruits are of enormous size and quite mild in flavor. An excellent variety for mangoes or stuffed pickles.
Price Of Peppers, except where noted: Packet 5 cents; ounce 45 cents; *4 pound $1.35, postpaid.
Select Pumpkins
CULTURE — For the best results pumpkins should be planted in very fertile soil that is rich in humus. Plant when the soil has become warm, in hill eight feet apart each way. It is the common practice among farmers to plant with corn, during May, in about every fourth row. Spray with Arsenate of Lead for bugs.
One ounce will plant 20 to 30 hills. Two pounds for an acre.
LAKE SHORE, FIELD 85-90 This is the best field pumpkin ever offered. Unexcelled for canning.
SMALL SUGAR 65-70 The best for “pumpkin pies.” Fine grained and the best quality. An excellent keeper.
QUAKER PIE 70-75 Nearly oval; creamy white inside and out; flesh thick, sweet. An excellent keeper.
WHITE CUSHAW 75-80 The Cushaw of “Ye olden times.” Creamy-white; flesh rich yellow; fine quality.
KING OF THE MAMMOTH 90 Immense size; a prize winner. Skin and flesh yellow; fine grain and quality.
BIG TOM 90-95 A greatly improved field pumpkin, of enormous size. The best type for corn field planting.
Price of Pumpkins: Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 34 pound 40 cents; pound $1.15, postpaid.
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Select Radishes.
CULTURE — Radishes delight in a rich, mellow, loamy soil, and to have them crisp and tender they must make a rapid growth. For very early use sow in a mild hot-bed during January. For second early sow in the open ground as early as it can be prepared, in drills 12 to 15 inches apart, covering inch deep. For successions! crops sow every 15 days until September. Sow winter radishes during July and August, take up before severe frost and store in moist sand or earth, in a cool cel- lar. Use liberal coating of well rotted manure if soil is not quite rich. If annoyed with worms, use lime or wood-ashes freely.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill . Eight to ten pounds will plant an acre. WHITE TIPPED SCARLET BALL 20-25 One of the earliest round, scar- let varieties. Perfectly globular, bright scarlet top, blending into pure waxy white at the bottom. Very smooth, and its clear colors give it an apetizing appearance. Market gardeners find it a very ready seller, at prices much above other sorts. Medium size; excellent quality.
SCARLET BUTTON 20-25 One of the earliest varieties known. Color bright scarlet; flesh pure white, always crisp, tender, mild and sweet. It has very smalltop and is adapted to both forcing under glass and out- door culture. It is extensively used by market gardeners because of its rapid growth, fine globular form and attractive color.
EARLIEST WHITE 20-25 The earliest pure white variety; ma- tures in about 25 days after sow- ing. Purest ivory-white, oblong, very tender and crisp, The tops are small, which renders them suitable for forcing and admits of very close planting. A valuable variety for both the home and market garden. It finds very ready sale.
WHITE ICICLE 25-30 A very distinct variety, producing long, slender, pure white, transparent Radishes. It is much earlier than any other long, white variety, while the roots continue brittle, crisp, and mild for a long time. It is desirable for the home garden, and market gardeners find it a great money maker. It is also highly prized for forcing. It is one of the most attractive varieties when bunched, on the market.
FRENCH BREAKFAST 25-30 Bright red, tipped with white. A grand half-long variety, always crisp, tender, and mild flavor. It is a quick grow- er, and probably the most popular variety in cultivation. For many years it has stood in the first rank as a quick maturing, very high quality and at- tractive Radish; valuable for both home and market gardeners.
CH ARTIER 35-40 A very distinct and attractive variety. It is long, smooth, beautiful scarlet-rose above the ground, shading to a clear waxy white at the tip. While ready for use or market quite early, it remains crisp and tender for a longer period than most other sorts. When planted late it makes an excellent winter variety, keeping solid and brittle until spring. It is very extensively grown by market gardeners.
EARLY CRIMSON GIANT 35-4° A splen- ded variety for forcing under glass, or for planting in the open ground early in the spring. It grows fully double the size of other round, dark red forcing radishes, yet remains solid and crisp longer. It varies from round to oval, but the deep crimson color is very uniform and constant. Very desirable for market gardeners on account of its beauty and great merit. It is always mild, sweet, crisp and tender.
SAKURAJIMA 50-55 .Here is what the director of the Ex. Station of Long Island Railroad has to say about it. “The Sakura-
jima, or Giant Japanese Radish, has come to stay. It is distinctly a summer radish, and should not be planted until late; if planted before mid-summer it will run to seed. Planted at the proper time it makes immense oval bulbs, frequently weighing 12 to 15 pounds. Eaten raw it is as delicate as our spring radishes, with flesh the texture of an apple. It will also keep well all winter.”
CHINESE ROSE WINTER 60-65 A large, blunt rooted, fine shaped radish, that grows three to five inches long, partly above ground. Skin rose; flesh clear white, flavor mild or slightly pungent. A splendid keeper for winter use. Very showy.
Price of Radishes: Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; pound 45 cents; pound
$1.25, postpaid. Radish seed were never known to be so scarce.
Parsley
CULTURE — Sow in drills 12 inches apart, early in the Bpring. When two inches high thin out to six inches apart. Soak seed 12 hours before sowing.
CHAMPION MOSS CURLED 65-70 Leaves beautifully crimped and curled. Indispensable for seasoning soups, meats, etc. Useful for salads and garnishing, and for ornamental borders in the flower garden. The leaves, dried in a cool shady place, retain their flavor during the winter. Packet 5 cents; ounce 30 cents.
CANNAS and DAHLIA Roots are not edible, like Radishes; they will not contribute to the nation’s food
supply, or reduce the high cost of living: But the magnificent varieties we offe’r on
page 30 will produce the finest flowers you ever saw; a veritable feast for the eyes. Surely they will greatly add to the real beauty and brightness of the home, and help to make life more cheerful. They, too, will “do their bit’’ And the splendid Hardy Perennials, on the same page: They will produce for you a permanent attraction for the home grounds; when once planted your flower troubles will end; they will increase in beauty from year to year. And don’t overlook the Marvel Mallow and Buttefly Bush, offered on the catalogue cover.
Rhubarb.
CULTURE — Sow in the spring in seed bed, in drills one foot apart. Cultivate thoroughly all season; in the autumn or early spring transplant into deep, rich soil, in rows three feet apart, and two feet apart in the row.
LINNAEUS Stalks very large and tender. Considered the best variety. Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents.
. RHUBARB ROOTS The best way to get quick returns is to plant roots; you can get a light cutting the first year. Strong roots, 15 cts each; 8 for $1.00, postpaid.
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NEW BUSH FGRDHOOK 50-60 This is a new type of Fordhook that grows like the old Pattypan. Fully as productive as the original vining Fordhook, and may be planted much closer. Identical in size, color and quality to the original. The young fruits may be cooked same as all summer squashes, but if stored before frost, in a warm, dry place, they will furnish winter squashes of the highest quality; this is an important advantage.
Squashes— W inter
DELICATA 50-55 A perfect all-season vari- ety ; ready for use almost as early as the sum- mer varieties, is better flavored, and remains in perfect condition as long as the winter sorts.
When cooked it is almost equal to sweet pota- toes in texture and flavor; some even compare it to roasted chestnuts; all agree that it is “de- licious” Very productive. Unexcelled for bak- ing. Packet 10 cts; ounce 25 cts; lb 60 cts.
GOLDEN HUBBARD 65-70 This splendid variety is a sport of the well known old Hubbard, which it closely resembles, except in color, being a bright golden orange; and the vines are much more vigorous and productive. In keeping qualities it has no superior.
Squashes— Summer
s CULTURE — Squashes are all quite tender and should not be planted until all danger of frost is past. In Ohio we plant about May 15th. They grow ana yield best in well enriched soil in which there is a liberal supply of decayed vegetable matter or humus. Plant bush varie- ties in hills about three feet apart each way. Plant vin- ing varieties about eight feet apart each way. Plant six to eight seed in a hill and thin out to two or three. Use the summer varieties when young; the winter varieties only when fully ripe. Cultivate often but shallow, and watch for bugs, spraying with Arsenate of Lead.
MAMMOTH SUMMER CROOKNECK 45-50 Of dwarf, bushy habit, and exceedingly productive. One of the best of the early summer squashes, and fully twice as large as the original Summer Crookneck.
MAM. WHITE BUSH SCALLOPED 50-55 Of dwarf, bushy habit. Attain a size of 12 to 15 inches in diameter. Vines vigorous and exceedingly productive.
TRUE HUBBARD 65-70 This is the very popular old favorite, and it still retains its position as one of the best winter varieties grown. The skin is quite rough, very dark green in color. Flesh golden yellow, fine grained, whether boiled, stewed or baked; and always rich and delicious in flavor, sweet and dry. As rich in flavor as a sweet-potato. The vines are vigorous and healthy, and always quite productive. The true Hub- bard never fails to give satisfaction. Market gardeners find the Hubbard very profitable, as they sell readily in the city market.
CHICAGO WARTED HUBBARD 65-70 The originator of this variety learn- ed, through his experience in the Chicago market, that the largest, heaviest, and darkest colored and roughest skinned specimens of the Hubbard were always the most salable, and therefore the most profitable. The Chicago Warted Hubbard is the result of his careful selection. It is much larger than Hubbard, retaining all of its val- as to quality. The flesh is and of deeper color. Greatly increas- ed in size, better constitution and more pro-
ductive. Hard and tough shell, very densely warted. The best variety for shipping. DELICIOUS 60-65 This is the latest introduction of Gregory, the Squash man, Here is what he says about Delicious : “In quality it
surpasses every one of the five other varieties I have introduced—
The Hubbard, Chestnut, Marblehead, Butman and Warren.” It is a fall and winter squash, and like the Hubbard, does not acquire its best qualities until winter. In color it varies somewhat, from dark green to an occasional blue specimen. They also vary slightly in shape, the illustration being nearest the true type. It is unequaled in fineness of texture, dryness when baked, and the richness and sweetness of flavor. It retains its excellent quality during the tire winter. See cut above. Packet 10 cts; ounce 25 cts; 60 cts,
Price of Squashes, except where noted: Packet 5 cents; ounce
cents; pound 50 cents; pound $1.30, postpaid.
Select Spinach
CULTURE — For spring and early summer use make the first sow ing as early as the ground can be prepared, and at intervals of 15 days until the middle of July. May be wintered over by protecting with straw and litter. Thrives best on very rich, well drained soil.
One ounce will sow about 100 feet of drill. tAhout ten pounds for an acre. SONG STANDING 45-50 This is one of the most popular varieties. It is especially desirable for early spring sowing, as it remains in condition to use a long time before going to seed. If wanted for early spring use, sow in September and cover with straw.
BLOOMSDALE 50-55 This is a very distinct and desir- able variety for market. The leaves are very much sav- oyed or crumpled. It is quite hardy, standing out all winter south of the Ohio River. In some sections, es- pecially in the South, Jhis is considered the best sort.
Price Of Spinach: Packet 5 cts; oz 20 cts; 34 lb 45 cts.
TYPE OF HUBBARD SQUASH.
Salsify-Vegetable Oyster*
. SANDWICH ISLAND 90-100 Large size roots, averag- ing fully double the size and weight of the old variety. While the roots are of enormous size, they are of super- ior quality and delicate flavor. One 0^. for 100 feet of drill. Price of Salsify: Pkt 5 cts; ounce 25 cts; 14 lb 75 cts,
SEEDS FOR l9l8 The season of 1918 promises to be one of unusual anxieties and uncertainties for the Seeds-
„ | man. The unexpected demand for seeds used in the “war gardens” so greatly reduced
the stock available for stock seed production that there will surely be a shortage in the crop harvested this fall. Quotations in June, for autumn delivery, averaged more than double those of any former year. This fact, with the reports of unfavorable weather conditions, makes deliveries, and the prices we nVust pay, very uncertain.
TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS-
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JOHN BAER 85-90 A new, extra early variety of the greatest value for trackers. Fruits large, smooth, brill- iant red; solid and heavy but free from hard core; rip- ens evenly, right up to the stem and rarely cracks ; ha- ver unexcelled. Grown with June Pink and Chalk’s Jewel, on our trial grounds, they were very decidedly the best, producing more marketable fruits, and the ear- liest to ripen. Packet 10 cts; ounce 50 cts; lb $1.40.
CHALK’S8 EARLY JEWEL 90-95 An extra early and very prolific variety; It is medium to large, very uni- form in size and shape, smooth and solid. Color, bright scarlet and very attractive. Ripens up to the stem with- out crack or green core. Flesh very solid, of fine, sweet flavor. Skin strong enough to make a good shipper.
STONE 115-120 One of the best main crop varieties. Exceedingly popular with canners and market gardeners everywhere. Fruits of good size, perfectly smooth, and of the very highest quality. In solidity and ship- ping qualities it is unsurpassed.
PONDEROSA ioo-iio The largest Tomato known. Color, purplish crimson. Very solid and heavy; small seed cavity and few seeds.
A splendid variety for the home and market garden, because of its great size, smoothness, beauty and high quality and productiveness.
See cut. Packet 10 cts; oz 50 cts; 34 lb $1.40.
IMPERIAL ioo-iio Large, always smooth and solid. Color, purplish crimson; ripens medium early. It not only ripens early but :ontinues to produce fruits until killed by irost. One grower says: “Imperial is the aandsomest, smoothest, most solid and pro- iuctive tomato ever introduced.”
SUCCESS ioo-iio Bright scarlet, perfectly smooth and free from cracks and hard core. v7ery meaty, solid and finest flavor. Ripens vith the second-early varieties and yields mormous crop. Its handsome color makes t a great favorite with market gardeners.
CRIMSON CUSHION or BEEFSTEAK ioo-iio
/ery large, smooth; ripens evenly to the tem. Almost seedless, and as solid as beefsteak, being learly the same color. Beautiful in appearance, excel- ent in flavor. Vigorous, and enormously productive. >acket 10 cts; ounce socts; impound $1.50
CORELESS 110-115 Large size, globe shaped, bright ed in color. A strong grower, and immensely product- ve. Considered the most perfect canning variety. It 5 very firm, yet entirely free from a green or hard core. )ne of the best for shipping to distant points.
Price of Tomatoes, except where noted: Packet 5 cts;
Tomatoes
CULTURE — Tomatoes grow and produce best when planted on a light, warm soil, not so rich as to promote excessive growth; and their early maturity of fruit depends upon a vig- orous and unchecked growth, during the early part of the season. For the extra early crop sow in a hot-bed dur- February or March, tansplant into pots or boxes, and when all danger of frost is past, plant in garden or field. For later plantings sow seed about six weeks before they are to be planted out. Our book, ‘The Family Garden’ gives full instructions for sowing and growing Tomatoes for early market, the family, and canneries. The book, 144 pages, is free, if your order for seed amounts to $1.25 or over.
One ounce will produce 2,000 plants. It requires about three ounces for an acre.
EARLY DETROIT 90-95 The larg- est and best formed of the early, pur- ple fruited varieties. A new variety of exceptional merit. Vines vigorous and sturdy habit; fruits set and ripen early, and continue fruiting through- out the season. Nearly round, quite smooth, solid, and of excellent flavor. One of the best shippers. Packet 10 cts; ounce 45 cts; 34 pound $1.25.
SPARK’S EARLIANA 35-90 No early Tomato has ever attracted so much attention. It is not only extreme- ly early, but remarkable for its good size, handsome shape and beautiful bright red color. Its solidity and other fine qualities are fully equal to the best of the late varieties. Extra eary tomatoes are always the most profitable for the market gardener.
JUNE PINK 85-90 This variety ripens as early as the Earliana. Fruits of medium size, uniform, smooth, and without cracks or green core. Skin tough enough to bean excellent shipper. Color, a pleasing bright pink. Plants neat, compact, branching freely, very productive.
THE CELEBRATED PONDEROSA.
GOLDEN QUEEN ioo-iio The In size, solidity, productiveness and very favorably with the best red sorts, with the red varieties it makes a very attractive TRUCKER'S. FAVORITE 110-115 Most uniform in size and shape , thick meated and solid. Beautiful purplish red, ripening to the stem without cracks. Strong grow- er, not subject to blight, and bears enormous crop. Ex- cellent for slicing, fine flavor. One of the largest, ounce 40 cts; 34 pound $1.10; pound $3.50, postpaid.
Odd Fruited and Husk Tomatoes*
The fruits of these are very peculiar and interesting in sizes, shapes and colors. They are largely used for laking preserves, fancy pickles, etc. The plants produce their fruits in large clusters. Not grown for market.
ODD FRUITED 90-100 In these we offer several of the lost distinct and attractive varieties, including Cherry- haped, Plum-shaped, Pear-shaped and Currant-shaped; ed and yellow of each. Mixed, pkt 5 cts; ounce 40 cts.
YELLOW HUSK 75-80 This is also called Strawberry Tomato, Ground Cherry. The small fruits are inclosed in a thin husk. Very productive. Unequaled for pies and preserves. Packet 5 cts; ounce 45 cts.
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Select Turnips
CULTURE — Turnips produce the best crop when planted in very rich, sandy, gravely, or light loamy soil.
Sow the early varieties during April, in drills 12 to 15 inches apart, covering inch deep. For succession sow at intervals of 15 to 20 days until last of July; the last will produce the crop for late fall and winter use. Many prefer sowing Turnips broadcast, covering with harrow One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill. Two pounds per acre, in drills 12 to 15 inches apart. One to three pounds if broadcast.
PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE 70-80 One of the hand- somest and most salable varieties known. As a profita- ble sort for the home and market gardener it is unequal- ed. A large, rapid growing variety with smooth, globu- lar roots. The top is bright purple, under portion blend- ing to pure white; flesh white, tender and sweet. A very attractive Turnip that is rapidly taking the place of all other varieties , See cut to the right.
PURPLE . TOP STRAP LEAF 55-60 This is the popu- lar old variety known by everybody. It grows and ma- tures very quickly and is one of the sweetest and best for table use, being of fine texture, mild and sweet. Top bright purple, white below the ground. Leaves rather short, permitting closer planting than some sorts. It' is PURPLE TOP STRAP leaf. enormously productive. See cut to the left. purple top white globe.
. WHITE EGG 50-55 A very valuable var- iety of rapid growth. It forms very beau- tiful, egg-shaped roots that are very at- tractive on the market and find ready sale.
GOLDEN BALL or ORANGE JELLY 70-80 One of the richest, most delicately flavored and best of all the yellow fleshed Turnips yet introduced. It is globe-shaped, matures quite early and is an excellent keeper.
EARLY SNOWBALL 50-55 A very looking, globe-shaped, pure white va that has rapidly gained in popularity, does not grow large, but always smooth, and uniform in size and shape. In quality it is fine grained, firm, tender and sweet. An excellent keeper, and particularly ad- apted for family use and market, because of its earliness and quality. See cut opposite.
Price of Turnips Packet 5 cts; ounce 15 cts: 34 pound 40 Cts; pound $1.25, postpaid.
Ruta Bagas, or Swedes
AMERICAN BL00MSDALE 90-100 Flesh yellow, very solid, sweet and fine grained. Slightly oblong in 6hape; color deep pur- ple on top and bright yellow under the ground. Rich, fine flavor when cooked.
BREADSTONE 90-95 A very variety for table use. It is a very grower, uniformly smooth. Color of white, faintly tinted on the top. The is white, of the finest textdre, always tender and sweet when cooked.
IMPROVED. PURPLE TOP 90-95 One of the best varieties, of recent introduction. Very hardy and extremely productive. The flesh is yellow, sweet and fine flavored. It is slightly oblong, terminating abruptly.
Price of Ruta Bagas, same as Turnips.
Medicinal, Pot or Sweet Herbs.
CULTURE— Most Herbs delight in rich, mellow, loamy soil. Sow in shallow drills a foot apart. Harvest only on a dry day; just before they come into bloom. When dry pack in air tight box or jar. Easy to grow.
Anise. Fine for garnishing and flavoring. Ounce 10 cts. Balm. Tea is much used for fevers. Ounce 20 cts.
Basil. Sweet. Leaves valuable for seasoning. Oz. 15 cts. Caraway. Aromatic leaves used in confectionary. 10 c. Coriander. For garnishing; seeds for seasoning. 10 cts. Dill. Leaves used in soups, pickles, etc. Ounce 10 cts. Horehound- Leaves and seed have tonic properties. 20 c. Lavender. A very popular aromatic herb. Ounce 15 cts.
Any one of the above named varieties, packet
Rosemary. Leaves used for seasoning. Ounce 40 cts. Sage. Leaves used for dressings, sauce, etc, Oz 15 cts. Summer Savory. Leaves used for flavoring. Oz 15 cts. Sweet Fennel. Used for garnishing. Ounce 10 cts. Sweet Marjoram. Largely used for flavoring. Oz 15 c. Thyme. Leaves used for flavoring soups. Ounce 30 cts. Wormwood. Leaves have medicinal qualities. Oz 20 cts. MIXED HERBS. The above mixed. Pkt 10 cts: oz 20 c. I cents; any 6 packets for 25 cents, postpaid.
KAFFIR CORN.
Forage and Fodder Plants
In this department will be found items which, if properly used, will largely help to solve the problem of feed for live stock when pasture and hay are short from any cause.
GERMAN MILLET Produces a large yield of nutritious feed, both hay and grain. Grows four to five feet high, with close, heavy heads. Sow one bushel to the acre, during May and June; cover with a harrow. Cut while in bloom and cure as you would hay. Packet 5 cts; pound 20 cts; 3 lbs 50 cts.
KAFFIR CORN Grows four to six feet high, produces enor- mous crop. Sow 40 pounds per acre, broadcast. Makes ex- cellent fodder, either green or cured; also yields as high as 50 bushels per acre of seed which is valuable for poultry feed. Packet 5 cents; pound 20 cts; 3 pounds 50 cts, postpaid.
SORGHUM Grows from six to nine feet high, producing much more green or cured fodder per acre than ordinary corn. The seed is valuable for feeding stock and poultry. Sow 100 pounds per acre, in May or June. Pkt 5 cts; lb 20 cts; 3 lb 50c
RAPE (Dwarf Essex). Produces an enormous supply of green feed for cattle, sheep and hogs. Sow after digging the early potatoes, or just before the last cultivation of corn and turn is sheep. Packet 5 cts: pound 23 cts; 3 pounds 60 cts.
SUNFLOWER (Mam. Russian). This is great food for poultry, to increase egg production. Yields as much as 125 bushels per acre. Plant in hills, 3 to 4 plants each, 3% feet apart. Six quarts per acre. Pkt 5 cts; pound 20 cts. 3 lbs 50c. Prices per peck and bushel sent on application.
TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS.
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Templin’s Popular Family Collection
For twenty-four years we have been offering this extraordinary collection of Garden Seeds. Each year we have sold thousands of them, and the demand steadily increases from year to year. That it fully sat- isfies our patrons is proven by the thousands of testimonials we receive, all of which express satisfaction with the results obtained. It is the best 50-cent collection ever offered.
niip f|D ICPT in making this extraordinary offer is to induce you, — and through you, your friends, — to UUn UuuLu I piant our “Ideal” Seeds; to introduce them where not already known. There is but little profit in it, but if it is the means of you trying our Seeds, it will have served its purpose. We are confident you will gladly become a regular patron in the future.
YOtr CAN GROW ALL OF THESE, AND MANY MORE, FROM OUR POPULAR FAMILY COLLECTION.
GROUP NO. 1. — Contains 12 packets, ranging from very early to mid-season.
Beets — Crosby’s Egyptian. Large, finest quality. Beans — Burpee’s Stringless. Finest green-pod. Cabbage — Winningstadt. Finest cone-shaped. Cauliflower — E. Favorite. Large, easily grown.
Corn — First of All. Medium, sweet, productive. Cucumber — Cool and Crisp. Slicing and pickling. Egg Plant — New York. Productive, high quality. Lettuce — Grand Rapids. One of the best. Muskmelon — E. Hackensack. Green flesh ; fine. Pepper — Ruby King. The best sweet variety.
Radish — Earliest White. Good size, fine flavor. Squash — Mam. Crookneck. Early, large, fine.
Price, the above 12 packets, 25c.
GROUP NO. 2. — Contains 12 packets, ranging from mid-season to late.
Beans — Ger. Black Wax. Fine quality, productive. Cabbage — Prem. Flat Dutch. One of the best. Carrots — Danvers Half-long. Smooth, productive. Celery — White Plume. Very highest quality. Cucumber — Chicago Pickling. Best for pickling. Herbs — Several most popular kinds mixed.
Lettuce — Wonderful. Large, crisp, fine flavor.
Onion — Australian Brown. Medium size, mild.
Peas — Everbearing. Fine wrinkled variety.
Radish — Chartier. Long, smooth, mild flavor. Tomato — Imperial. Large, smooth, main crop. Watermelon — Sweet Heart. Large, finest quality. Price, the above 12 packets, 25c.
Phniro Plnuior Qoorlc you send us 50 cents for groups Nos. 1 and 2, which constitute our ullUlbC rlUWCI uGCUd “Family Collection,” we will send free, a large packet of Mixed Flower Seed, containing an equal mixture of ten of the best, standard, easily grown Annuals.
NOTE. — These collections are put up, early in the season, in a large packet, ready for mailing ; there- fore we cannot allow a patron to select any varieties from it at two cents per packet, or change in the varieties. If other varieties are wanted, order from our generl list at the regular price.
Templin’s Wonderful Main-Crop Potato
From the many excellent testimonials received we know the Knoxemall has more than maintained the high stand- ard we had established for it when in- troduced a few years ago. In this sec- tion, where best known, many growers will plant no other kind.
It has shown great vigor and healthy growth, even during pro- longed dry weather it has withstood the test and remained almost en- tirely free from blight.
The tubers are always the finest in the field ; larger and smoother than any other. In a word it “Knoxemall.”
Similar to Mark Han- na in shape, but su- perior in every point.
Tubers are large, very smooth, with shallow eyes ; skin pinkish white ; flesh white. In cooking quality it is positively un- excelled, being very fine and dry. When once known it always takes first rank for quality.
In vigor of growth, health of plants, uniformity of size, smoothness of tubers, shallowness of eyes, beauty of appearance, excellent cooking quality and all other points essential to a high grade, all pur- pose Potato, it “Knoxemall.”
Price for Eyes — 12 for 20c; 25 for 35c; 50 for
60c, postpaid. Whole Tubers — Per lb. 30c;
Burpee’s Extra Early
We have thoroughly tested it and find it one of the earliest, and it produces tubers of large size ; oblong, averaging 3*4 to 4 inches in length , brown- ish skin, few eyes and very shallow. The best early variety for truckers ; ripens evenly, entire crop may be dug early. The earliest Potato that combines size with finest table qualities.
Price of Eyes same as Knoxemall. Per lb. 30c;
A GREAT FAVORITE WHEREVER IT IS GROWN
NOTE. Owing to the uncertainty at this time (Sept. 25) as to the yield of potatoes, it is unwise to quote prices on larger quantities than per pound. Write us for prices per bushel, and special prices on larger quantities.
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Department of Choice Mixed Flower Seeds
YOU POSITIVELY CANNOT FIND MIXED FLOWER SEEDS OF EQUAL VALUE IN ANY OTHER CATALOGUE IN AMERICA
Our fifty years’ experience has taught us that most of our patrons prefer the high-grade mixtures, be- cause they get the greatest possible display for the money. If you will read the descriptions of our mix- tures of Asters, Balsams, Dianthus, Ipomoeas, Nasturtiums, Pansies, Petunias, Phlox, Poppies, Stocks, Ver- benas and Zinnias, you will be convinced of their great merit.
TYPE OF “KING” ASTERS.
TYPE OF “CREGO” ASTERS.
T emplin ’ s C ele brated ‘ ‘Prize ’ 9 Asters
For thirty-one years we have offered this superb mixture of Asters ; adding from year to year new and improved strains as introduced. We sell thousands of packets every year and never a complaint about the quality.
Below are the 20 select classes from which our “Prize” Mixture is made; the figure after each name is the number of different colors in that particular class.
Christmas Tree — 14, Crego — 3, Cocardeau, or Crown — 7, Dwarf Bouquet — 14, Dwarf Chrysanthemum — 20, Giant Comet — 18, Giant Victoria — 10, Early Hohenzollern — 5, Japanese Taselled — 8, Lady — 7, Ostrich Feather — 19, Paeony-flowered Perfection — 18, Pompon — 18, Princess — 10, Pyramidal Globe — 10, Queen of the Market — 11, Dwarf Queen — 9, Ray — 14, Triumph — 7, Victoria — 18.
You cannot fully understand the wonderful variety of this collection until you consider that each of the above twenty varieties or strains differs from every other in size and gen- eral character of its flowers and in size and habit of its plants. Add to this the great number of colors in each strain and you can begin to anticipate the brightness and beauty it will add to your home grounds.
Price of “Prize” Asters, packet of 200 seeds, 10c; 3
pkts. for 25c.
Mixed Asters — Separate Colors
For those of our patrons who want Asters in separate colors, choice mixed varieties, we offer the following :
Pure White. Five distinct types, dwarf and tall.
Light Blue Shades. Five distinct types, dwarf and tall. Dark Blue Shades. Five distinct types, dwarf and tall. Pink Shades. Five distinct types, dwarf and tall.
Dark Red Shades. Five distinct types dwarf and tall Price, in above separate shades, packet of 150 seeds, oc, the five separate packets, 20c.
Grand Dwarf and Tall Asters
You may have in mind a border of mixed Dwarf Asters around a flower bed; or mixed tall Asters along a walk or driveway. If you have, neither of the above collections will answer your purpose. Try the following. Many colors in each mixture. 150 seeds, 5c.
Grand Dwarf Mixed. Plants 7 to 15 inches high.
Grand Tall Mixed. Plants 15 to 30 inches high.
Unique “King” Asters
The top illustration shows the unique type of this splendid class Petals fine, edges folded lengthwise, giving them a peculiarly delicate appearance, yet they have great substance when cut for bouquets. Violet, rose, lavender, crimson, white, mixed. 150 seeds, 10c.
Celebrated “Crego” Asters
Unusually large, almost equal to Chrysanthemums. Petals peculiarly twisted, curled and whirled so as to form a fluffy and most beautifully complete and double flower. (See cut.) White, pink, rose, lavender and purple, mixed. 150 seeds, 10c.
New “Triumph” Asters
A magnificent new type of the Comet Asters. Words fail us in our attempt to describe them. The cut opposite, made from a photo, tells the story of delicate beauty. (See cut opposite.) White, shell-pink, lavender-pink, lavender, rose and purple, mixed. 150 seeds, 10c.
Potted Aster Plants
You will have less trouble ; be more sure of success, and have earlier flowers, if you buy our strong potted plants. Offered in special cut-flower varieties and colors, from select strains of Giant Comet and Crego. Grown in pots ; strong, well rooted; sure to prove satisfactory. In named colors: Crimson, pink, blue, lavender, white.
Prices, 12 for 45c; 25 for 75c, postpaid. By express, 25 for 60c; 50 for $1.10; 100 for $2.00.
Should not be planted before May 1, in the North.
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ABRONIA, Umbellatum.
A charming trailing annual with Verbena-like clusters of fragrant, rosy-pink flowers. Suitable for border, rock-work and hanging baskets. One plant will cover a yard square full jof bloom. Pkt., 100 seeds, 5c.
ABUTILON, Flowering Maple.
Pretty, drooping, bell-shaped flow- ers, beautifully dotted and veined. Color, white, lemon, rose, scarlet and crimson. Grows 1 to 3 feet high ; fine for bouse plants. Blooms first season from seed. Pkt. of 25 seeds, 5c.
ADONIS.
“Pheasant’s Eye.” Flowers very bril- liant, dark blood red. Hardy annual, one foot high ; foliage delicate. Pkt. 5c.
ADLUMIA, Allegheny Vine.
A hardy and beautiful climber. Has fern-like foliage and pretty rose- colored flowers. Fine for trellis and arbors ; 10 to 15 feet high. 75 s., 5c.
AGERATUM.
Hardy annuals of great beauty for garden or window ; unexcelled for cut- flower. Color, blue, white, rose, etc. Free bloomer. Several of the best sorts mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds, 5c.
ALYSSTJM.
Free flowering annuals of great beauty and utility for the border. No bouquet is complete without these pret- ty, fragrant, white flowers. 300 s., 5c.
AMARANTHTJS.
Hardy annuals with highly orna- mental foliage ; extremely graceful and interesting. Useful for centre of flower beds ; grows 3 to 5 feet high. All varieties mixed. Pkt., 100 seeds, 5c.
ANTIRRHINUM, Snapdragon.
Tender biennial. One of the most charming of old-fashioned flowers, hut many new and exceedingly pretty va- rieties have been added in recent years ; some with giant flowers. Color, white, yellow, rose, scarlet, striped, in many shades. Choicest tall and dwarf mixed. Packet of 200 seeds, 5c.
ANTIGONON LEPTOPUS.
“Mountain Beauty.” A pretty, ten- der perennial climber of Mexican or- igin. Flowers bright rose, borne in graceful clusters. Pkt., 15 seeds, 5c.
AQUILEGIA. Columbine.
Luxuriant growing hardy perennial. Adapted to the open border, or rock work. 1 to 2 feet high. White and all shades of yellow, rose, red, car- mine, light and dark blue. Choicest mixed, all colors. Pkt. of 200 seeds, 5c.
ARISTOLOCHIA SAPHO.
“Dutchman’s Pipe.” Climber, grow- ing 18 to 20 feet in a season. Curious pipe-like flowers, brown-purple in color. Hardy perennial, large, heart- shaped leaves. Pkt. 10c.
ASPARAGUS.
Plumosus. Indoor perennial climber of wonderful beauty. Called “Lace Fern” because of its graceful, feathery foliage. Easily grown. 8 seeds, 5c.
Spreirgerii. A fine trailing decora- tive plant for habging baskets, vases, etc. Also called “Emerald Feather.” Easily grown from seed. 12 s., 5c.
BACHELOR’S BUTTON.
Grand old-fashioned flowers ; fine for the border. Produced in great profusion. Single and double, includ- in all known colors. 220 s„ 5c.
BALLOON VINE.
“Love in a Puff.” Annual climber with inflated seed pods. Height 10 to 18 feet. 50 seeds, 5c.
BALSAMS.
“Ladie’s Slippers.” A popular quick growing annual with large, brilliant, double flowers, of a very wide range of colors. A superb mixture, includ- ing Sach’s Prize, Double Rose, Double Camellia, Double D./arf and Muication in endless variety of colors. 50 s., 5c.
abutilons,
ANTIRRHINUMS.
AQUILEGIAS,
BALSAM APPLE.
“Momordica.” Fine anual climber. Its yellow, warty fruits has curative powers for cuts and bruises. 50 s, 5c.
BRACHYCOME.
“Swan River Daisy.” Pretty, com- pact, low growing annuals ; fine for borders and pot culture. Flowers sin- gle, daisy-like. Best mixed. 22 s., 5c.
BUTTERFLY FLOWER.
“Poor Man’s Orchid.” Splendid an- nual, fringed flowers, rich and varied shades of purple, white and rose. 18 inches high. Mixed. 100 seeds, 5c.
CALLIOPSIS.
A showy annual. Brightest sum- mer bloomers. Color, gold and ma- roon in most brilliant hues. Mixed. Pkt. of 150 seeds, 5c.
CAMPANULA.
Favorite old-fashioned perennials. Profuse bloomers Prevailing colors, white, rose and blue. Choice varieties, all colors. Packet of 250 seeds, 5c.
CANARY-BIRD FLOWER.
Attractive, tender annual climbers, growing about 10 feet ; beautifully fringed, bird-like flowers. 20 s., 5c.
CANDYTUFT,
Beautiful annuals of the easiest culture. Grows one foot high. Fine for the border and cut flowers. White and shades of blue. Mixed. 300 s., 5c.
CANNAS.
Too well known to need description. We offer a superb mixture of tall and dwarf, plain green and dark foliaged varieties. Packet, 15 seeds, 5c.
CARNATION or Picotee.
Finest and largest of the Dianthus or Pink family. Very fragrant. A superb mixture in a wonderful assort- ment of colors. 100 seeds, 5c.
# CASTOR OIL BEAN.
Ricinus. Stately foliage plants. Gives a tropical effect to the lawn, planted singly, in the centre of beds, the border; or for ornamental hedge. Grows 6 to 10 feet high. Pkt., 6 s., 5c.
CELOSIA, or Cockscomb.
Attractive- annuals. Flowers borne in great masses of various shapes from that of a cockscomb to a fine feathery plume. Colors from yellow and orange to vivid red and crimson. Tall and dwarf sorts; all colors. (See cut next page.) Pkt., 150 seeds, 5c.
CENTAUREAS.
Under this head are embraced the Sweet Sultan, Corn Flower, Dusty Mil- ler, etc. Blooms freely in any loca- tion. Fine for bouquets and cut flow- ers. Choice mixed. Pkt., 50 s., 5c.
CENTROSEMA.
“Butterfly Pea.” Hardy perennial vine of great beauty. Inverted pea- shaped, rosy-violet flowers, beautifully marked centre, produced in profusion during July. Pkt. 5c.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
These are annuals and differ from the perennial sorts grown by florists. They grow easily from seed, bloom freely summer and fall, and embrace many colors.- Choice single and double sorts. 50 seeds, 5c.
COBEA SCANDENS.
A rapid growing climbing annual, attaining 15 to 30 feet, and produce large, bell-shaped flowers. Plant the seed edgewise. White and purple vari- eties, mixed. Pkt., 20 seeds, 5c.
COLEUS.
Foliage plants of exceeding richness and beauty. Easily grown from seed which frequently produces new and distinct varieties. Mixed. 100 s., 5c.
COSMOS.
Graceful, showy annuals. Blooms profusely in late summer and au- tumn. As a cut flower for vases or personal wear its grace and beauty is unequaled. Best mixed. 75 s., 5c.
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CLEOME PUNGENS.
“Giant Spider Plant.” Very showy hardy annual. Grows 4 to 5 feet high, rose colored flowers of peculiar, spider- like shape. Easily grown ; thrives among shrubbery. 100 s., 5c.
CYPRESS VINE.
A beautiful and rapid growing climber. Foliage delicate lace-like. Fine for verandas, trellises, etc. Flowers bright rose, scarlet and white. Best mixed. 75 seeds, 5c.
DAHLIAS.
Dahlia plants from seeds sown early, will bloom freely and give a magnifi- cent display of bright colors until frost. A splendid mixture of best double and single. Pkt., 25 seeds, 5c.
DAISY— Burbank’s.
Alaska. The finest of the Burbank Daisies. A hardy perennial. Blooms freely. Fine for bouquets. 50 s., 5c.
DELPHINUM.
Larkspur. An old garden favorite. Flowers borne in compact spikes ; showy and desirable for the open bor- der. Prevailing colors are shades of blue. Bloom freely first year from seed. Double and single. 150 s., 5c.
DIANTHUS.
“Hardy Garden Pinks.” For free- dom of bloom, brilliancy and variety of colors, the Dianthus are unexcelled. Easily grown from seed. Quite as pretty as Carnations for pot plants. A very superior mixture. 200 seeds, 5c. DIGITALIS, or FOXGLOVE.
Hardy perennials, especially useful among shrubbery in half shady places and in the open border. Their beau- tiful flowers are produced in long racems ; prevailing colors, purple, rose, yellow, white, etc. Height 3 to 5 feet. Choice mixed. 400 s., 5c.
DOLICHOS.
“Hyacinth Bean.” Rapid growing annual climbers, bearing clusters of white, scarlet, purple, bean-shaped flowers. Height 10 to 20 feet. Mixed. 20 seeds, 5c.
ESCHSCHOLTZIA.
“California Poppy.” Extremely handsome, low and quick growing an- nuals with finely cut foliage and at- tractive flowers. Blooms freely until frost. Unequaled in brightness and easy culture. Best mixed. 200 s., 5c. EUPHORBIA VARIEGATA.
“Snow on the Mountain.” A showy border plant ; foliage veined and mar- gined white. Very effective. Fine for bouquets. Pkt., 50 seeds, 5c,
FEVERFEW, or Pyrethrum.
Free flowering annuals. Excellent for bedding. Mixed. 200 seeds, 5c.
GAILLARDIAS.
Blanket Flower. Exceedingly beau- tiful and bright daisy-like flowers. Especially effective when grown in masses in the Oorder. Double and single varieties, mixed. 100 seeds, 5c.
GERANIUMS.
Easily grown from seed, producing flowers in brilliant colors, and vari- ously fragrant and ornamental foliage. Apple Scented, Single Zonale and Lady Washington, mixed. 25 seeds, 5c.
GLADIOLI — Praecox.
New. Annual varieties that will produce flowers in July from seed sown in March. You should try them. Best mixed varieties. 25 seeds, 5c.
Gandivensis. Superior strain of this popular flower. 100 seeds, 5c.
GODETIA.
Annuals ; adapted to shady places. Plants literally covered with wide, open, satiny, white, rose, crimson flow- ers. Many sorts mixed. 400 seeds, 5c.
GYPSOPHILLA.
Baby’s Breath. Pretty, little, deli- cately fragrant flowers, produced free- ly on low, branching plants. Used for edgings. Best mixed. 300 s., 5c.
CELOSIA, OR COCKSCOMB.
HELIOTROPE.
Great favorite because of the deli- cate beauty and fragrance of their flowers. Suited for beds and borders, where they bloom all summer. Fine as pot plants. Giant flowered, mixed. 100 seeds, 5c.
HIBISCUS.
Hardy annuals of easy culture, with large, exceedingly showy flowers. Height 2 feet. Mixed. Pkt., 25 s., 5c.
HOLLYHOCKS.
Fine old-fashioned annual. Exceed- ingly popular because of its stately habit and gorgeous colors. Height 5 to 7 feet. Double and single. Mixed. 50 seeds, 5c.
HOP, Japanese Variegated.
A charming climber ; grows 20 to 30 feet high. Foliage beautifully varie- gated with white, yellowish and dark green. Fine for arbors. 50 seeds, 5c.
ICE PLANT.
Pretty little trailing annuals for baskets or massing. Leaves colored with crystaline drops. Flowers white and pink. Very interesting. 300 s., 5c.
IPOMOEA.
Beautiful, rapid growing annual, embracing a wide range of colors.
Common Morning Glory. Extra fine mixed colors. 25 seeds, 5c.
Grandiflora. The true White Moon Flower. 15 seeds, 5c.
Japanese Imperial. A large flow- ered strain in best mixed colors. 25 seeds, 5c.
Ideal Mixed. Including the above and many other choice strains, mixed colors of each. 25 seeds, 5c.
JAPANESE KUDZU VINE.
A rapid growing hardy climber, pro- ducing large wistiria-like panicles of beautiful purple flowers. Luxuriant growrer ; makes a dense shade. Pkt. 10c.
JOB’S TEARS.
An ornamental grass ; broad, corn- like leaves and hard, shiny seeds of peculiar shape. Pkt. 5c ; oz. 15c.
KENILWORTH IVY.
Easily grown perennials. Fine for baskets and vases Delicate pink and white flowers. 150 seeds, 5e.
KOCHIA SCOPARIA.
“Burning Bush.” Highly ornamental annual of bushy form. In the fall re- sembles a burning bush. 200 seeds, 5c.
LOBELIA.
Hardy annuals that includes plants of various habits of growth ; all are desirable. Fine for bedding, pot cul- ture, etc. Best mixed. 400 seeds, 5c.
MARIGOLD.
Favorite annuals that are extremely showy and effective for bedding ; also for cutting for bouquets. Tall and Dwarf. Mixed. 100 seeds, 5c.
MARVEL OF PERU.
“Four O’clock.” Handsome, free- flowering, dwarf plants, adapted to bordering walks, shrubbery beds, etc. Mixed colors. 35 seeds, 5c.
MAURANDIA.
Graceful climbers for the window garden, trellises, etc. Best varieties in choicest mixed colors. 200 seeds, 5c.
MIGNONETTE.
Unequaled in delicacy of fragrance. Valuable for bedding and pot culture. Choice mixture. 200 seeds, 5c.
MIMOSA — Sensitive Plant.
Interesting tender annuals whose leaves close and droop when touched. One to two feet high. 50 seeds, 5c.
MIMULUS— Monkey Flower.
Tender perennials with very showy Gloxiana-like flowers. Colors varied and beautiful. Moschatus. Tigrides single and double mixed. 400 seeds, 5c.
MYOSOTIS — Forget-me-not.
One of the most dainty of the old garden favorites. Blooms first season from seed. Prefers moist, shady situa- tion. A grand mixture. 400 seeds, 5c.
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NICOTIANA.
Highly ornamental annuals with pretty and delightfully fragrant flow- ers. Elegant for massing, backgrounds, centers of beds or shrubbery borders. Best varieties mixed. 300 seeds, 5c.
NASTURTIUMS— Dwarf.
These are so well known as to need no general description. For many years we have been offering the Dwarf in 20 separate named varieties for 10 cents. This was indeed a splendid mixture, but of necessity rather high priced. We now offer you a better mixture at a lower price. Better be- cause it contains the same varieties and many others. It embraces all known colors, and is, without doubt, the greatest collection of Dwarf Nas- turtiums ever offered. 50 seeds, 5c; oz. 20c; % lb. 50c.
NASTURTIUMS— Climbing.
These are especially adapted to low trellises, or can be made to climb an ordinary picket fence. Because of their luxuriant growth they will quick- ly produce a pleasing foliage effect if allowed to trail over the level ground. Like the Dwarf, we formerly offered them in 20 named varieties ; also a mixture containing the same at 10 cents per 60 seeds. While they were always satisfactory, we find we can furnish a collection containing many more varieties and colors for less money. Templin’s Climbing Nastur- tium mixture is unequaled in the great variety and rare beauty of colors. 50 seeds, 5c; oz. 20c; % lb. 50c.
OENATHERA — Evening Primrose.
Splendid annuals 12 to 24 inches high, large, showy flowers, opening in the evening. Mixed. 300 s., 5c.
PANSIES.
See International Mixture, page 26.
PENISETUM.
One of the most ornamental decora- tive grasses. As useful and beautiful for hall or table adornment as a Palm. The graceful, curving leaves are over- tipped by elegant purple, feathery plumes a foot long. Mixed. 100 s., 5c.
PENSTEM0N.
Favorite perennials growing 2 to 3 feet high. Flowers are Gloxinia-like, produced on tall spikes in many colors and markings. Best mixed. 200 s., 5c.
PETUNIAS.
No garden is complete without aj bed or border of showy Petunias. They commence to bloom early and coutinue their brightness and brilliancy until frost. The flowers, both double and single, embrace a very wide range of colors striped, mottled and blotched in endless combinations and blendings. Tall and Dwarf, in many distinct strains, mixed. 400 seeds, 5c; gz. 75c.
PHLOX — Dummondii.
A great favorite. If we could but have one kind of flowers in our gar- den it would be Phlox. Its brilliancy of colors baffle description. Instead of offering several choice named varie- ties, and a mixture made from them, we are now offering a very superior mixture. It contains very many more varieties. Pkt., 150 seeds, 5c.
PLATYCODON.
Chinese Bell Flower. One of the best hardy perennials, producing very showy flowers during the whole sea- son. They form large clumps and are unexcelled for planting in permanent borders or among shrubbery. Plant dwarf and compact ; flowers bell- shaped ; shades of blue. Mixed. 10c.
PORTULACCAS.
“Rose Moss.” A favorite for edg- ings, rock-work, etc. Unrivaled for brilliancy among low growing plants, Bloom profusely from early summer until frost. Single and double, all known colors. 50 seeds, 50c.
NASTURTIUMS.
PETUNIAS.
PHLOX.
POPPIES.
Grand old flowers that have been greatly improved in recent years. They are now our most brilliant annuals. We now have them both single and double ; all are graceful in habit, and attractive. The collection we offered in former years was indeed a good one, but we find it possible to offer a mix- ture containing many more varieties and colors. The mixture we now offer contains the best mixed colors, double and single. 300 seeds, 5c.
PRIMROSE.
The Chinese Primrose is one of the most popular plants for pot culture in the greenhouse and window garden. Flowers double and single, fragrant, produced in great profusion. Grows readily from seed. Obconica, another class, possesses great merit as a pot plant. Two varieties, mixed. 50 s., 5c.
RUDBECKIA.
A fine, free-blooming hardy annual, two feet high, forming dense bushes. The cone or disc of the daisy-like flowers are deep shades of brown and purple, producing a beautiful effect. Choice mixed. Pkt. 10c.
SALPIGLOSSIS.
“Painted Tongue.” One of the most beautiful flowering annuals, forming strong, bushy plants about 18 inches high. Large flowers 3 to 4 inches across, of the most dazzling colors. Choice mixed. 300 seeds, 5c.
SALVIAS — Scarlet Sage.
A very popular annual bedding plant. Blooms in lavish profusion un- til frost. Will thrive in any good soil. Flowers^ produced on long, grace- ful spikes. Best mixed. Pkt., 75 s., 5c.
SCABIOSA.
“Mourning Bride.” A very desirable hardy perennial for the border ; 2 to 3 feet high. Flowers large, very, double, white and shades of yellow and ma- roon. Bloom profusely from June to frost. Pkt. of 100 seeds, 5c.
SMILAX.
A popular climber for the window garden. Habit of growth extremely graceful. Easily grown from seed, but will germinate quicker if soaked in water about 24 hours. 50 seeds, 5c.
STOCKS— Ten Weeks.
Popular annuals that are unexcelled in beauty and fragrance. Valuable for bedding and pot culture. Blooms pro- fusely in about ten weeks from seed. We offer a very superior mixture of the large flowering kinds, in the widest possible range of colors. 100 seeds, 5c.
STOKESIA CYANEA.
Hardy perennials, two feet high, bearing lovely lavender-blue flowers. Blooms until frost ; valuable for cut- ting. Easily grown. 100 s., 5c.
SUNFLOWERS.
Fine hardy annuals, noted for the .beauty and varied colors of their large single flowers. Grow 2 to 5 feet high. 15 varieties, mixed. Pkt., 5c.
SWEET WILLIAMS.
I These old-fashioned favorites have been greatly improved. Produce masses of lovely, brilliant, sweet scented flowers. A mixture of double and single sorts. All colors. 150 s., 5c.
SWEET PEAS— (Perennial).
Entirely hardy. Rapid growers and climbers. The roots are long and fleshy, and when once established con- tinue to bloom for years without at- tention, except a trellis. Best vari- eties mixed. Pkt., 35 seeds, 5c.
SWEET PEAS.
For our incomparable Swee2 Peas, 100 named varieties, and collections of special mixed varieties, see page 27.
THUNBERGIA.
An ornamental, rapid growing climber ; excellent for vases, trellises or rustic work. Best mixed. 25 s., 5c.
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NASTURTIUMS. The Dwarf and Climbing Nasturtium mixtures described on the previous page are the finest ever offered, as they embrace every known color. Lack of space prohibits giving them the illustrations they deserve. Will return your money if you are not pleased with them,
Templin’s “Excelsior” Mixed Pansies
THIS IS NOW
THE BEST LOW PRICE PANSY MIXTURE EVER OFFERED FOR THE PRICE.
For many years we offered this splendid mixture at the low price of 5 cents. It formerly contained seeds of 24 low priced varieties. We know that our patrons would appreciate a better mixture, at a little higher price. It will contain the following : contain the following :
Fancy Varieties. A splendid mixture saved from named varieties, and embracing distinctly marked sorts, blotched, striped, and all the most splendid and attractive colors. Really a high grade mixture, worth the price if no others were included.
Show Varieties. Fine mixture, saved from named varieties of the “Show” or large flowered sorts. A fine strain for market gardeners. It embraces blotched, striped, penciled in marvelous display and the most gorgeous colorings and blendings.
Prize Mixed. This includes 24 varieties, not included in the above, and is of itself equal to the “Excelsior” mixed. The above three select mixtures are all now included in our “Excelsior.”
Price, the above “Excelsior” Mixed, packet 150 seeds, 10c; 3 for 25c; % oz. 40c.
Either strain separate, same price.
Templin’s “International” Giant
Unequaled In Variety, Beauty and Re* markable Blending of Colors.
This is a collection we have offered for many years. It is now recognized, among our patrons and all others who see them, as being unequaled in the innumerable varieties, size of flowers, wonderful delicacy of shadings and blending of col- ors. They embrace every color and shade known among Pansies ; marvelous in boldness, distinctness, pencilings, blotches and gorgeous coloring.
Below are the names of the 36 distinct varieties and types of Pansies from which this collection is made. We buy them from the world’s greatest Pansy special- ists ; hence the name “International.”
Adonis Giant. Light blue, light centre.
Auricula. Mahogany colors, best mixed.
Bronze Colors. Bronze shades, mixed.
Black Prince. Glossy, velvety black.
Coquette de Poissy. Mauve colors.
Diana. Delicate creamy yellow.
Emp. Frederick. Purple, yellow edge.
Emp. William. Dark ultramarine biue.
Fairy Queen. Light blue, white margin.
Freya. Dark maroon with white edge.
Fire King. Brilliant red and yellow.
Golden Queen. Purest golden yellow.
Indigo King. Pure indigo blue.
Improved Striped. Beautifully striped.
King of the Blacks. Velvety jet black.
Lavender Blue. Lavender and azure blue.
Light Blue. Beautiful soft blue. i
Lord Beaconsfield. Light upper petal.
Mad. Perret. Pink and red, white margin.
Meteor. Beautiful brownish red.
Marmorata. Marbled and striped.
Mercury. Deep purple ; very large.
Odier Prize Blotched. Very rich colors.
Orchideaefiora. Lilac, orange, terra cotta.
Peacock. Light blue, with white edge.
Prince Bismark. Beautiful golden bronze.
Quadricolor. Most beautifully marked.
Rainbow. Blue, white and pink edges.
Rosy Lilac. A beautiful pleasing color.
Rubra. Shades of brilliant red.
Snow Queen. Most beautiful satiny white.
Striped. Beautifully flaked and striped.
Terra Cotta. Distinct terra cotta colors.
Victoria. Bright wine and blood red.
Violet Blue. Fine true violet. Very large.
White. White with large violet eye.
Pansies
There never was a better Collection of High Grade, Giant Flowered Pansies offered at any price.
Price of “International” Mixture.
We will send a packet of 200 seeds, containing an equal mixture of the above thirty-six varieties, for 15c; 2 pkts. 25c; % oz. 75c; % oz. $1.25; oz. $4.00.
Prices In Separate Colors.
We will send a packet containing 150 seeds of any one of the above choice strains, postpaid, for only 10c; 3 separate pkts., 25c; any 7 for 50c.
‘International” Giant Pansies, we will send our valuable 16-page Illustrated Booklet on Pansies. It gives a history of Pansies, from the time they were first brought into public favor to the present Also practical cultural directions that will enable anyone to succeed with Pansies. Price of booklet 10 cents ; we send it free.
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Templin’s “Incomparable” Sweet Peas
A Superb Mixture Containing 100 Choice Named Varieties.
For the last 15 years we have been offering this splendid mixture. Of course, there has been some changes in the varieties it contains. Every sea- son we have our grower in California to revise the list for us, to keep it strictly up-to-date. As new varieties are introduced that are better than old ones of the same color, the old ones are discarded and the new added. Thus, we have brought the collection up to the highest standard ; to a degree of perfection that makes it literally “Incomparable.” The limited space available will per- mit us to give only very brief descriptions.
Admiration. Lavender. Agnes Eckford. Del. pink. America. Striped.
Apple Blossom. Pink. Aurora. Orange-rose. Black Michael. Maroon. Blanche Burpee. White. Blanche Ferry. Car. rose. Black Knight. Maroon. Bolton’s Pink. Salmon. Beacon. White or rose. Captain of Blues. Blue. Captivation. Rich purple. Coccinea. Cherry-red. Coquette. Prim. & yel. Count. Lathom. Pink. Count. Cadogan. Purple. Count. Radnor. Mauve. Crown Jewel. Lilac. Dainty. White and pink. D. of Sutherland. Violet. D. of Westminster. Dorothy Eckford. White. Dorothy Tennant.
Dora Breadmore. Rose.
D. R. Williamson. Blue. Earliest of All. Pink.
E. J. Castle. Crimson. Emily Eckford. Purple. E. Blanche Ferry. Pink. Early Sunbeam. Cream. Emily Henderson. White. Earl Cromer. Claret. Evelyn Byatt. Orange.
Flora Norton. Blue. Firefly. Bright red. Frank Dolby. Mauve. Gorgeous. Salmon. Gladys Unwin. Pink. Golden Rose. Primrose. Hon. E. Kenyon. Violet. Hon. F. Bowverie. Pink. H. Eckford. Orange-yel. H. Wright. Maroon.
H. Pierce. White & blue. Jeanie Gordon. Deep rose J. Cuthbertson. Striped. Juniata. Lavender. Janet Scott. Bright pink. John Ingram. Carmine. Katherine Tracy. Blush. King Edward VII. D. red Lady M. Currie. Orange. Lady N. Balfour. Mauve. L, G. Hamilton. Violet.
L. Roseberry. Magenta. Lottie Eckford. Violet. Lovely. Soft pink.
Lottie Hutchins. Pink. Lora Nelson. Blue.
Maid of Honor. Blue. Mar. Cholmondeley. Buff. Mars. Crimson-scarlet.
M. Willmott. Orange. Modesty. Delicate pink. Mont Blanc. White.
Jos. Chamberlin. Striped. Mrs. W. Wright. Purple. Mrs. Collier, Primrose. Mrs. A. Watkins. Buff. Navy Blue. Indigo blue. Nora Unwin. Pure white. New Countess. Pink. Othello. Almost black. Phenomenal. White, lilac Prima Donna. Soft pink. P. Ed. of York. Scarlet. P. of Wales. Lavender. Phyllis Unwin. Mag’a. Queen Victoria. Yellow. Queen of Spain. Buff. Queen Alexandria. Red. Ramona. Splashed pink. Royal Rose. Rosy-pink. R. Piazzani. Purple. Sadie Burpee. White. Salopian. Crimson. Senator. Maroon. Shahzada. Deep maroon. Stella Morse. Cream. Sue Earl. Rosy-buff. Shasta. Purest white. Sybil Eckford. Salmon. Scarlet Gem. - Scarlet. Unique. White, striped. Venus. Buff-pink.
White Wonder. White. Zoe. Lavender and blue.
Mrs. Dugdale. Deep rose.
G. Higginson. Lavender.
How we prepare our “Incomparable” Mixture.
We have a large case or cabinet, which has 100 separate small compart- ments. We have these numbered consecutively from 1 to 100. When the 100 Named Varieties are received we number them the same way, filling each compartment with the proper number. From these compartments the seeds are taken, one at a time, then placed in the packet. You may conclude this is very tedious work, but our lady employees soon become very expert.
Prices. — The “Incomparable” Mixture, 10c per packet of 100 seeds — one seed of each variety; 3 packets for 25c; 7 packets for 50c.
A HIGH GRADE, LOW PRICE BULK MIXTURE
In this we offer you nearly as many and as high grade varieties as are con- tained in the “Phenomenal,” but they are mixed in bulk, not picked out one at a time. We claim to be the best -low price mixture; if you can find one better, or its equal, for the price, we will return your money.
Price, pkt. of 90 to 100 seeds, 5c; 6 for 25c; oz. 15c; 4 ozs. 40c; lb. 90c.
SWEET PEAS IN SEPARATE SHADES
Fo*r the convenience of those who wish to grow Sweet Pfcas in separate colors, we have carefully prepared the following mixtures
Red Shades. 8 varieties, mixed.
Pink and Rose Shades. 10 sorts, mixed. Lavender and Light Blue. 8 sorts. Purple and Dark Blue. 10 sorts.
Claret and Maroon Shades. 8 sorts. Cream and Orange Shades. 10 sorts. Striped Sorts. Including about 10 sorts. Pure White. About 8 varieties, mixed.
Prices : Each mixture, 5c per packet of 90 to 100 seeds ; any 5 for 20c the 8 for 30c; ounce, any shade, 15c; any 4 ounces for 50c.
“Banner” Sweet Pea Mixture. This mixture contains six of the most distinct sorts ; two brightest red, two _ best white, two brightest blue. Coccinea, cherry red ; Prince of Wales, fiery carmine ; Blanche Burpee, white ; White Wonder, best white ; Dorothy Tennant, purple ; Ndvy Blue. blue. 100 seeds, mixed, 10c; 3 for 25e.
“Brilliant” Sweet Pea Mixture.
Believing our patrons would appre- ciate a collection containing the brightest and most showy varieties, we have selected 50 varieties from the list of 100 Named Varieties. This is the collection to order if you want a brilliant and gorgeous display of col- ors. Pkt. of 100 seeds, 10c; 3 for 25c.
THE BEST “SPENCER” SWEET PEAS
Noted for their large size, the charming and harmonious blendings of their delicate colors. In separate packets these are very expensive ; therefore, to induce you to try this magnificent strain we offer the following ten popular “Spencers” mixed.
Apple Blossom, deep pink ; Asta Ohn, soft lavender ; Burpee’s Primrose, yel- lowish primrose ; Burpee’s White, best white ; Dainty, white, edged pink , Enchantress, bright pink ; Florence Morris, blush pink ; Gladys Unwin, light pink ; Mrs. Jos. Chamberlain, white, striped rose ; Princess Alice, lavender and mauve. Packet of 50 seeds, 10c; 3 packets for 2J>c,
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TORENIA.
A lovely tender annual ; very de- sirable for vases, banging baskets, borders, etc ; plant covered the entire season with a mass of bloom. Colors, blue with yellow centre, white with rose centre, mixed. Packet 5c.
TRITOMA HYBRIDA.
“Red-Hot Poker.” Also ‘‘Porch Flower.” A splendid hardy perennial, heavy grass-like foliage ; brilliant red flowers on stems 18 to 24 inches high, from August to late autumn. Very showy in beds or masses. Splendid new hybrids mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds, 10c.
VERBENAS.
A universal favorite ; unrivaled in the splendor of the dazzling brilliancy of its flowers. A constant bloomer un- til frost. We offer a superb mixture, including all the best mammoth flow- ered varieties. Pkt., 100 seeds, 5c.
VERBENAS.
VINCA, or Periwinkle.
Tender perennial ; ornamental, free blooming, handsome bushy plants, with glossy foliage and round, single flowers. Desirable for massing or borders. Bloom the first season from seed. Mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds, 5c.
WALLFLOWER.
Greatly prized for the fragrance of its flowers which are borne on long spikes. Mixed. 150 seeds, 5c.
WISTERIA.
Hardy perennial climber from China. Bears great pennicles of pur- ple and white pea-like flowers. Best mixed sorts. Pkt. 10c.
ZINNIAS.
One of the most popular bedding plants. Noted for the wonderful va- riety and beauty of its colors. We of- fer a mixture that embraces all types, tall and dwarf. 50 seeds, 5c.
Templin’s Special Flower Seed Collection
BEDDING MIXTURE. Prepared especially for a brilliant display on the lawn or garden. Ageratum, Alyssum, Antirrhinum, Asters, Balsams, Cannas, Candytuft, Dianthus, Gaillardias, Larkspur, Marvel of Peru, Mignonette, Nasturtium (dwarf). Petunia, Phlox, Portulaccas, Poppy, Verbenas. 500 s., 10c.
BOUQUET MIXTURE. In this we include only such annuals as are suitable for making bouquets. Ageratum, Asters, Brachycome, Bachelor’s Button, Calendula, Cosmos, Chrysanthemum, Dianthus, Gladioli, Gaillardia, Heliotrope, Marigold, Mignon- ette, Poppies and Zinnias. 500 seeds, 10c.
EVERLASTINGS. ‘‘Straw Flowers.” A grand mixture including the most desirable varieties. Each packet will contain seed of the following : Ac- croclinium, Ammobium, Gomphrena or Globe Ama- ranth, Gypsophilla, Helichrysum, Monstrosum, Helip- terum, Rhodanthe, Xeranthemum, etc. Never before have you had an opportunity to procure so many choice varieties in one packet. Price, large pkt., 10c.
Special Prices : Any 3 packets or c
CLIMBING MIXTURE. For covering old fences, arbors, verandas, etc. They are all rapid climbers. Arabis, Balloon Vine, Canary Bird Flower, Cobcea, Cypress Vine, Balsam Apple, Japanese Morning Glory, Maurandia, Nasturtium (climbing), Sweet Peas. Produce constant display. 150 s., 10c.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES. The wonderful vari- ety and graceful forms of the Hardy Ornamental Grasses render them indispensable in the arrange- ment of bouquets. The plants, used as single speci- mens, beds or groups on the lawn, produce effects that cannot be surpassed by any other plants. The pendulous, slender foliage and plumes are always greatly admired. Superb mixture. Large pkt., 10c.
PERENNIAL MIXTURE. Every garden should contain hardy perennials. They are of easy culture. Aquilegia, Canterbury Bell, Delphinium, Hollyhock, Perennial Peas, Tuberous Clematis, Sweet William, Sweet Rocket. Sweet Woodruff. Many, if started early, will bloom the first season. 150 s., 10c. lections, 25c ; the 6 packets for 50c.
Templin’s “Surprise” Flower Seed Collection
25 POPULAR ANNUALS FOR 25 CTS.
Nearly everybody possessing a home has a desire to have it as attractive and restful in appearance as possible, and to make it so naturally turn to flowers and plants. Most buyers pre- fer as great an assortment of colors and forms as possible ; to meet this demand we have prepared this collec- tion. Its equal in variety and quality cannot be found in any other catalogue. ONLY 1 CENT PER PACKET.
Asters. “Prize” mixture. 50 s. Antirrhinum. (Snapdragon.) 100 s. Alyssum. (Sweet.) Mixed. 25 s. Balsams. Fine double mixed. 25 s. Bachelor’s Button. Mixed. 35 s. Cacalia. Finest mixed. 50 s.
Canterbury Bell. Campanula. 100 s. Candytuft. All colors mixed. 75 s. Dianthus. (Chinese Pinks.) 50 s. Foxglove. (Digitalis.) Mixed. 100s. Gaillardis. Doub. and sin. 50 s. Larkspur. Choice mixed. 75 s.
Ziannia.- All colors mixed. 50 s. Lobelia. Bright blue flowers. 100 s. Marigold. Double mixed. 50 s. Mignonette. Fragrant mixed. 100s. Morning Glory. Finest mixed. 40 s. Pansies. “Excelsior” mixed. 50 s. Petunias. Finest mixed. 100 s. Phlox Drummondii. mixed. 50 s. Poppies. Best mixed. 50 s.
Portulaccas. Dbl. and sin. 100 s. Sweet Peas. 100 varieties. 50 s. Sweet Williams. Mixed. 50 s. Verbenas. Brilliant. Mixed. 50 s. Zinnias. All corors mixed. 50 s.
SCHOOL CHILDREN S.s'i rlf
opportunity to buy seeds for a school garden. The collection contains vari- eties that will bloom toith only ordi- nary care.
NOTE. — These collections are al- ready put up ; therefore, we cannot al- low any changes in varieties.
HARDY SHRUBBERY, and many other kinds of hardy flowering plants, suitable for permanent orna- mentation of the lawn and home grounds, will he found on the following two pages.
TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS,
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Templm's “Ideal” Lawn Grass.
There is nothing that will add so much to the appearance of the home as a beautiful, well kept lawn. It is a well known fact that no one variety of grass, however good or pure, will make a perfect lawn at all seasons: A properly
balanced mixture i s necessary.
There must be various kinds, each one of which is adapted to one or more of the prevailing climatic and soil conditions, if you would have a beautiful, bright green lawn throughout the year.
“IDEAL” MIXTURE.
This popular Lawn Grass Mix- ture is a very careful blending of the best fine growing varieties, carefully mixed, each variety in just the proportion to produce the best results. Do not compare this mixture with the ordinary grades as generally sold. This is posi- tively the highest quality of Lawn Grass, that it is impossible to pro- duce : It is pure grass seed, free from chaff, and is fresh
and of strong germinating quality.
Price, quart 40 cts: 2 quarts 75 cts; 5 quarts $1.70, post- paid By express, 5 quarts $1.50: 10 quarts $2.65.
“SHADY NOOK” MIXTURE.
In this mixture we include varieties that will succeed best in shady and partially shaded places.
Quart 45 cts: 2 qts 85 cts, postpaid. By ex. 2 qts 75 cts.
QUANTITY REQUIRED. One quart of our “Ideal” or “Shady Nook” Lawn Grass will sow about 300 to 400 square feet of ground. A ten quart bag will sow from 3,000 to 4,000 square feet. Of course a smaller quan- tity may be used, but the results will not be satisfactory. Use the quantity recommended, for the best results.
Popular Summer Blooming Bulbs.
The Bulbs offered on this page are rather inexpensive, and require little care after they are once planted, and they produce the most beautiful and attractive flowers. The named Gladioli are indeed rare bargains. Fine bulbs, postpaid.
GLOXINIAS IN NAMED COLORS.
The most charming class of summer-flowering bulbs, Flowers trumpet-shape, of most exquisite colors and markings. Thrive best in partial shade. Fine as pot plants for table decoration. We offer the following colors. Blue, Scarlet, Spotted and White. Price of Gloxinias: 15 cts each : the set of 4 for 50 cents; 12 for $1.30. See cut opposite.
CALADIUM. (Elephants’ Ears. )
For producing a tropical effect on the lawn the Caladium is unequaled, owing to its enormous leaves. It grows from four to six feet high; with beautiful light green leaves three to four feet long and two and one-half feet wide. It will grow in any good garden soil but will amply repay you for any extra attention and nourishment you may give it. It thrives best if planted where it will receive liberal wateringSo 1st size. 20 cts each: 4 for 70 cts. 2nd size. 15 cts each; 4 for 50 cts, postpaid.
SELECT NAMED GLADIOLI.
America. Soft lavender-pink. A great favorite for cut flowers. A sturdy grower. Augusta. Pure white. Exceptionally fine variety. The leading commercial white. Anna Wigman. Beautiful primrose yellow, with bright purple blotch in the center. Baron Hulot. Rich velvety purple; a novel color. The nearest approach to blue. Halley. Salmon-pinK with rosy tinge. The lower petals creamy white, striped red. Mary Lcmoine. Creamy-yellow, with deep purplish-red blotch in centre of petals. Mrs Francis King. Pleasing shade of light scarlet. Flowers and spikes very large. PrincepS. Brilliant scarlet-crimson, with large creamy-white blotch on lower petals. Price of Named Gladioli. 4 cts each; 5 for 15 cts; 10 for 25 cts: 25 for 60 cts; 50 for $1.00; too for $1.75, postpaid. By express, 100 for $1.50. Sure to bloom first year.
CHOICE GLADIOLI MIXTURES.
Childsii. Flowers very large, well open; light shades predominating. Fine mixed. Gandivensis. Flowers medium size, set close on the stem. Superfine mixed colors. Lemoinii. Early, small, often hooded in form; dark blotch in throat. Fine mixed. NancianuS. Very large, often with Lemoine markings; pointed petals. Fine mixed. Price of mixed Gladioli. 12 for 25 cents; 23 for 40 cents; 50 for 70 cents; 100 for $1.25, postpaid. By express, 100 for $1.10. Your own selection of mixtures.
DOUBLE TUBEROSE.
These are fall blooming bulbs, the flowers of which affords the most exquisite fra- grance and is one of the most positive delights in our late gardens. They can be grown by anybody, in any good garden soil. They should be planted as soon as safe from frost, about May first in Ohio, and they bloom during August and September.
The Pearle. The best; flowers large, double, white. 5 cts each; 6 for 25 cts.
TllKprOfTQ Knowing that these are the most beautiful and attractive of the summer bloom-
1UUC1UUO jng bulbs, we decided to illustrate them, in natural colors, on the cover of this
catalogue. Though the illustration is quite true to nature as to general appearance and characteristics, and was produced by the best artists, engravers and printers in the nation; it does not do them justice. There are shades and blendings of colors, also a luster on flowers and leaves that baffle the most skilled craftsmen. Just look over the illustration and description on inside of the front cover. Include them in your order. You will never regret the purchase, for they possess great merit for bedding, also as pot plants for table decoration.
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Hardy Perennials, Shrubbery, Roses, Etc.
Below we are offering several collections of Flowering Plants, in each of which we have included a few of the very best varieties in the class. Unfortunately, limited space allows only very brief descriptions, giving color of flowers and a few other features. Perhaps you are acquainted with many of these varieties: If not, write us for other information.
Order Plants, Vines arvd Shrubbery any time before May 15th.
SELECT HARDY PHLOX.
Athis. A magnificent variety of strong, vigorous growth and sturdy habit. The flowers are bright salmon pink, with violet eye. A very attractive variety.
Bridesmaid. A lovely variety, of splendid habit. The flowers are a beautiful blush-white, with a large, crimson-carmine eye. Sturdy growth; flowers in immense trusses. See cut. Miss Langard. The earliest variety; blooms all summer, producing the largest and long- est trusses, from the ground up. Pure white with lavender eye. A new strain. 20 cts. PaQtheOtl. Known as the peerless pink phlox. Individual flowers and trusses very large and of perfect form. Color of flowers deep salmon-rose; always opens flat.
Fraulein Von Lassbnrg. This is, without doubt, the best white ever introduced. 20 cts. bridesmaid. Price of Phlox, except noted : 15 cents each; the set of five for 75 cents, postpaid.
EULALIA GRACILIS
HARDY PERENNIALS.
Aquilegia. (Columbine) One of the most beautiful perennials . Flowers produced on long, graceful spikes. Red and yellow sorts mixed.
Delphinium. (Larkspur). These are very handsome, tall growing plants suitable for grouping on the border. Best blue and purple, mixed.
Eulalia Gracilis. This grass-like plant is of very graceful habit and is very useful for decorating purposes; the best ornamental grass. 20 cts.
Tritoma Pfitzerii. (Red Hot Poker). Very handsome and showy border plant. Flowers in compact form on tall spike; color, orange-salmon.
Yucca Filamentosa. The heavy, sword-like foliage is very ornamental. Handsome creamy-white flowers, in great masses, on tall stalk. 20 cts.
Price, except where noted, 15 cents each; the set of 5 for 75 cents.
SELECT CANNAS
Alphonso Bouvier. One of the most brilliant standard old sorts; color deep crimson; foliage green. 5 feet high.
Brandywine. Large trusses; flowers cherry-red, boldly dappled with crimson; foliage bronze. 4 feet high.
King Humbert. Produces immense heads of large flowers orange-scarlet, flecked carmine; foliage bronze. 4 ft.
Hungaria. Large flowers and trusses. Unquestionably the most pleasing pink; foliage green. 3 feet. 15 cts.
Richard Wallace. Very large flowers and trusses. The best canary yellow; foliage green. 5 feet. 15 cts.
Price, except where noted, 10 cts; the 5 for 50 cts.
HARDY CLIMBING VINES.
Ampelopsis Veitchii. The finest climber for covering all kinds of walls, or any unsightly abjects. “Boston Ivy”
Clematis Paniculata. Flowers small, but borne in large trusses; fragrant, pure write. Blooms in September.
Clematis Jackmanii. The most popular clematis. Flow- ers large, velvety, violet purple. 25 cts each.
Hall'S Honeysuckle, a lovely vine for porch or trellis. Color, a blending of white and yellow; very fragrant.
Wisteria Magnifica. Flowers pale lavender; produced in dense, drooping racems. Very hardy. 25 cts each.
Price, except where noted, 20 cts each; the 5 for $1.
HXBRID PERPETUAL ROSES.
Clio. A magnificent Hardy Rose. Color, delicate satiny blush, with light of rosy pink at the center; very broad and full. Sure to satisfy you fully.
Eugene Furst. A beautiful, velvety crimson, with distinct shadings of crimson ma- roon; One of our most showy, beautiful, and freest blooming red roses.
Frau Karl Druschki. Known as the White American Beauty. Color, pure white; has long, immense buds and perfectly double flowers. The finest for bedding. 25 cts.
Marshall P. Wilder. One of our most satisfactory hardy roses. Color, a bright cherry red; buds of fine form; flowers large, globular and a free bloomer.
Mrs. J. H. Laing. A grand favorite with large, satiny flowers of soft, clear pink. A remark- ably free and continuous bloomer. Considered one of the best hardv pink roses. 25 cents.
Price of Roses, except where noted, 20 cts each; the set of 5 for $1.00, postpaid.
HARDY CLIMBING ROSES.
Crimson Rambler. This is the famous crimson-clusterd climber. The flowers are produced, from ground to tip, in large pyramidal clusters of 30 to 40.
Dorotha Perkins. Flowers a beautiful shell-pink. The foliage is finer, smoother and a deeper green than Crimson Rambler. A genuine Pink Rambler, of sterling merit. Excelsia. A radiant, blood-red cluster rose, as free and double as Dorotha Perkins.
The clusters are very large, and fairly cover the entire vine. A Red Rambler.
Gold Finch. The ideal Yellow Rambler. The flowers are large, semi-double, produced in large, full clusters; buds rich, lemon-yellow; open flowers lighter. 25 cents.
White Dorothy. This is a beautiful white cluster rose, as perfect and free blooming as its pink rival, Dorotha Perkins. A White Rambler of great beauty. 25 cts each. Price Of Roses, except where noted, 20 cts each; the set of 5 for $1.00, postpaid.
HARDY JAPANESE IRIS.
Gold Bound. Pure white, with golden band along centre of each petal; double. 20 cts. Hatsu-Gave. Large, white flowers beautifully spotted with purple. Sure to please. Ho-O-Muja. Beautiful pale pink flowers, with delicate lavender veining. A grand sort. Komochi-Guma. Color, bright violet; large and double ; produced in clusters. 20 cents. Shishi-Ho. Flowers large, bright blue, shading to purple, veined with white. 20 cts. Price of Japan Iris, except where noted, 20 cts each; the set of 5 for $1.00, postpaid.
HARDY GERMAN IRIS.
Cubora. A splendid Iris. Color, rich orange-yellow, penciled and veined with maroon. Fuida. Beautiful lustrous white; falls bright lilac, penciled and feathered with gold. Her Majesty. Flowers quite large and fine; falls crimson over white. 20 cts each.
Mad. ChereaU. White, edged and veined with blue. Quite delicate in color. 20 cents. Parisensis. The largest and most attractive sort. Flowers deep purple.
Price of German Iris, except where noted, 15 cts each; the set of 5 for 75 cts, postpaid.
JAPANESE IRIS. HARDY FLOWERING SHRUBBERY.
Barberry. New Japanese. Red berry, tinted foliage. 20c. I Spirea Van Houtte. “Bridal Wreath.” Fine, pure white. Deutzia. “Pride of Rochester”. New, fine donble pink. Snowberry. Rose colored flowers in June; white berry. Hydrangea Arborescens. New. The best pure white. 20c. I Price, except noted, 15 cts; the set of 5 for 75 cts,
TESTED AND WARRANTED SEEDS.
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Small Fruit Department
You know, and so do we, that in each class of Small Fruits there is one or two varieties that possess all the essential points of merit. Why, then, should we list 10 or 15 varieties in each class? They only make the selection difficult.
SELEC r STRAWBERRIES
PROGRESSIVE. The new Everbearing Strawberry illutsrated on the Order Sheet. Berries good size, rich deep crimson in color, nearly round, very glossy and attractive. The plants are strong growers, good plant poducers, and pro- duce bumper crops. Having grown them last season we cannot too highly ''recommend them. Price, 12 for 50c; 25 for 75c; 50 for $1.25; 100 for $2.25.
WILLIAM BELT. Very large, brilliant glossy red ; very firm, a good ship- per ; highest quality known among strawberries. Perfect blossom. Remark- ably vigorous, wonderfully prolific. Price, 12 for 25c; 25 for 40c; 50 for
75c ; 1 00 for $1.25. By express, 50 for 50c; 100 for 75c; 500 for $3.25.
WILLIAM BELT.
SELECT RASPBERRIES
ST. REGIS. The new Everbearing Red Raspberry ; of great value for the home and market garden. The first to ripen in the spring, and the first crop is a bumper ; not excelled by any other. And they bear all summer and fall. Fruit good size, brilliant crimson; delicious flavor. (See cut opposite.) Price, each 10c; 6 for 40c; 12 for 60c: 25 for $1.00; 50 for $1.75.
50 for $1.50.
PURPLE. A new purple variety of superior merit, very large ; finest flavor. Hardy, strong grower and bearer. A great money maker. Price, 10c each ; 6 for ; 12 for 75c; 25 for $1.25. Express, 25 for $1.00. COLUMBIAN. Red, large, firm enough for shipping, unsur- for canning and jelly. Vigorous grower, very hardy. CUMBERLAND— BLACK. Called “The Business Blackcap,” because it comhnies more good qualities than any other variety. Verly large, solid, highest quality. Vigorous, healthy.
PLUM FARMER, Black. A new blackcap of great merit. Matures entire crop quickly. Early, very large, thick meated, firm ; attractive when picked. Price, 10c each ; 6 for 40c ; 12 60c; 25 for $1.00; 50 for $1.75. By express, 50 for $1.50. GOLDEN QUEEN. Large, golden yellow, of the highest qual- ity. Strong grower, hardy. The best yellow.
Price of Raspberries, except noted, 6 for 35c; 12 far 50c; 25 for 90c; 50 for •••'' • “** J
$1.50. By express, 25 for 70c; 50 for $1.20; 100 for $2.00. f
SPECIAL RASPBERRY OFFER : 3 St. Regis, 2 Royal Purple, 4 Columbian,
! 4 Cumberland, 2 Plum Farmer, 2 Golden Queen. Price, $1.00, postpaid.
SELECT BLACKBERRIES
BLOWER. Claimed to be the hardiest, most productive, and finest quality.
Largest size, luscious ; always in demand at fancy prices on the market.
^/ELDORADO. As hardy as Snyder, twice as large, better quality. Sweet, pleasant flavor ; fine keeper, good shipper. Enormously productive.
Price, 10c each; 6 for 40c; 12 for 60c; 25 for $1.00.
SELECT CURRANTS
PERFECTION. Splendid new variety. Very large, bright red, quality su- perior to others ; wonderfully prolific, easily picked ; vigorous, hardy. Excel- lent for sauce, jelly and preserves. Price, 25c each; 3 for 65c; 5 for $1.00.
VICTORIA. Berries very large, bright red, excellent quality. A very strong grower and exceptionally hardy. Considered one of the best for home and market.
WILDER. Bunch and berry very large ; bright red ; strong grower and very productive. Ripens very evenly. Wonderfully popular for home and market.
WHITE GRAPE. Berries large, whitish yellow, sweet and finest flavor ; less acid than other sorts. Largest and best white. Very productive. Best for jelly.
CHAMPION BLACK. Very large bunch and berry ; finest flavor.
Price, except where noted, 10c each ; 6 for 50c; 12 for 90c. Express, 12 for 60c.
SPECIAL CURRANT OFFER.— 1 Perfection, 3 Victoria, 3 Wilder, 2 White Grape, 1 Champion Black. Price $1.00, postpaid.
^SELECT GOOSEBERRIES
PORTAGE. The largest Gooseberry ever introduced. Color, greenish yellow, and so transparent as to show the seeds.
When ripe the quality is unequaled ; the best known variety for dessert. Vigor- ous grower, free from mildew. We highly recommend Portage. Price, 25c each; 3 for 65c; 5 for $1.00.
DOWNING. Large, handsome, pale green and of splendid quality for both desert ; bush vigorous.
. Berries small to medium, roundish oval, pale red, sweet, tender, very good quality. Wonderfully productive.
Price of Gooseberries, except where noted, 10c each; 6 for 50c; 12 for 90c. By express, 12 for 70c; 25 for $1.25.
SPECIAL GOOSEBERRY OFFER: 2 Portage, 4 Downing, 4
Houghton, $1.00.
CURRANT.
PORTAGE GOOSEBERRY.
NOTICE. — All small fruits should be ordered before May 15th, as they start their new growth quite early. Strawberries may be ordered later, grow better if planted earlier.
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Templin’s “Wonder” Hardy Grape Collection
Our Greatest Bargain. For the past eighteen years we have offered this splendid collection of Hardy Grape Vines. Of coure a few changes have been made in the varieties, by adding new and superior varieties instead of the old. The collection we now offer is positively unequaled in variety, quality and price.
BRIGHTON. Red ; bunch medium, shouldered ; berry medium, tender, juicy, sweet ; quality the best. Hardy, vigorous, productive.
CONCORD. Black ; bunch large, compact ; berry large, sweet, luscious. Strong grower, productive.
DELAWARE. Red ; bunch small, compact, shoul- dered ; berry small, juicy, exceedingly sweet. Mod- erate grower, hardy, productive,
DIAMOND. White, bunch large, compact ; berry large, tender, juicy, excellent. Vigorous, hardy, productive. Very popular.
“WONDER” COLLECTION.
Red ; bunch medium ; berry very large, sweet, juicy, highly aromatic. Vine hardy, vigorous. Excellent keeping qualities.
MOORE’S EARLY. Black ; bunch large ; berry large, sweet, excellent. Best early sort ; equals Concord in quality.
NIAGARA. White ; bunch large, shouldered ; berry large, sweet, highest quality. The white grape of our markets.
WORDEN. Black ; hunch large ; berry large. A seedling of Concord, but superior to it in every point.
Strong 2-yr-old vines, 15 cts each; 8 for $1.00, postpaid.
Fine, 1-yr-old vines, 10 cts each; 8 for 50 cts, postpaid,
NOTE. The above eight varieties, illustrated in natural colors on the front cover, make the most desirable assort- ment ever offered for the price. You can have many plates of just such Grapes on your table, from your garden.
YOU CAN GROW GRAPES JUST LIKE THESE IF YOU PLANT TEMPLIN’S
LINDLEY.
Select Varieties of Fruit Trees,
e offered collections of Fruit Trees several years ago, our patrons have been prices on Trees. The trees we then sent out must have been more popular than we knew at the time. To meet these frequent requests we have arranged with two of the oldest nurseries, one in the middle West, the other in the middle East, to handle our orders for trees. By this arrangement we can give you more prompt service and greatly reduce freight and express charges.
The very limited space available on this page prevents giving more than the size, color and season of ripening.
Trees are sent by Freight or Express.
A finite Yellow Transparent— medium, July." Red Astra- chan — large, July. Tetofsky — medium, striped, Aug. Golden Sweet— large, Aug. Maiden’s Blush— large, Sept. Gravenstein— large, striped, Sept. Wealthy— large, red, October. Fameuse— medium, red, Oct.' Nonsuch— large, red, Nov. Wolf River— very large, Nov. Delicious— large, red, No v-to Jan. Stay- men Winesap— large, red, Nov-Dee. Baldwin— large, red, Dec. to Mar.- Grimes Golden — medium, Nov-Mar. Jonathan — large, red, Dec-Mar. Wagener-large, red, Nov-Mar. Northern Spy-large, red, Dec. to Feb. Winter Banana— large, yellow, Dec-Mar.
Price, 4 to 5 feet, 25 cts each; 5 for $1.20; 10 for $2.30: 25for$5.2S PaiAac Mayflower— medium, white flesh, Julr. E. Crawford— large, July,
A caincd* Yellow St. John— large, Aug. Belle Of Georiga— large, white, August.
Champion— large, white, Aug. Fitzgerald— large, yellow, Sept. Elberta— large, yellow Sept. Niagara— large, yellow. Sept. L. Crawford— large, Sept. Smock— yellow, Sept Price, 3 to 4 teet, 20 cents each; 5 for 93 cts; 10 for $1.80; 25 for $4.00 ppapc Clapp’s Favorite— large, Aug. Bartlette— large, Sept. Duchess de Angou- 1 Calo* leme— large, Oct. Worden-Seckel— medium, Oct. Keiffer— large, Nov.
Price 4 to 5 feet, 30 cents each ; 5 for $1.40; iofor $2.60; 25 for $6.00.
Plume Abundance— large, yellow, Aug. Burbank— large, red, Aug. Bradshaw
1 lUlIIOt large, dark red, Aug. Wickson — large, red, Sept. Monarch— blue, Oct .
Price, 4 to 5 feet, 35 cts each; 5 for $1.70; 10 for $3.30; 23 for $7.73.
Tfi»rrapc Early Richmond— medium, red, June. Black Tartar-
VllClliCo. ian— large, June. Large Montmorency— red, June.
Bing— very large, black, July. Napoleon Bigarreau— large, yellow, Jul Price, 4 to 5 teet, 35 cts each; 5 for $1.70; 10 for $3.30; 25 for $7.75.
APRICOT, Harris.— yellow, Sept. 4 to 5 feet, 30 cts. each; 5 for $1.40 NECTARINE, Early Violet— medium, Aug. 4 to 5 feet, 30c, 5 for $1.40 QUINCE, Orange— large, Oct. 3 to 4 feet, 35 cts each; 3 for $1.63.
NOTE. Trees should be ordered and shipped before May 15, as they cannot be handled successfully after they have started to grow.
NOT LESS THAN 5 TREES. The Nurserymen who handle our orders for Trees will not receive and fill an i order for less than Five Trees. The reason is that it costs as much to prop-
erly pack two trees for shipment as for five or ten. If yon really need less than five trees, probably yonr neighbor may need a few and you can order together. Ordering together will also reduce the express or freight charges.
Marvel Mallow and Butterfly Bush
ILLUSTRATED IN NATURAL COLORS ON THE BACK COVER.
These are two of the most valuable and beautiful hardy flowering plants of recent introduction. The illus- trations on the back cover are as nearly life-like as the engravers and printers art can make them; but the natural flowers must be seen on the plants to be fully appreciated. You cannot be disappointed in them.
MEEHAN S MARVEL MALLOW I BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY BUSH:
Is a wonderfully improved form of the greatly admired J native Mallows. With the remarkable increase in size of flowers there have been added new and attractive col- ors. which now range from fiery crimson to pure white; often attaining a size of 7 to g inches across.
We recommend them as single specimens on the lawn, for groups, or with other shrubbery in the open border. They thrive in any soil. Die down to the ground in the Fall, throwing up stronger shoots in the Spring We offer strong, dormant, field-grown plants, in mixed col- ors. You will be pleased, whatever coloryou may get.
Price. 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents, postpaid.
I wish you could see one of them in full bloom. Three feet high the first season, with a mass of pretty, lilac- colored flowers that are of miniature size, but borne by the hundreds, on tapering panicles 10 to 12 inches long. Blooms from early summer until frost.
Makes a fine individual specimen, but are most effect- ive when planted in groups, or among shrubbery and hardy perennials in the open border. Die down to the ground in the Fall, but roots are very hardy and throw up stronger growths each succeeding year. We offer only strong, well rooted plants.
Price, 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents, postpaid.
The “Templm” Bucket Spray Pump.
NEAT, LIGHT, STRONG, DURABLE. EFFICIENT.
The essentials of a good Bucket Spray Pump are (1) Durability; secured only by having all working parts made of brass, as copper compounds corrode iron and soon render it worthless. (2) Strength: obtained by a good sized cylinder, substantial valves, wall and plunger, made of indestructable material. (3) Easy working; found only in a pump having a very large air-chamber and smoothly finished working parts. (4) Compactness; so as to facilitate the working and moving about, and not so top-heavy as to fall over when set down. All these, with other valuable features, make the^ Templin Bucket Pump THE BEST BUCKET SPRAY PUMP ON THE MARKET TODAY.
It is now recognized as a necessity in every greenhouse, conservatory, garden, orchard and vineyard, for its conveni- ence in applying Insecticides and Fungicides; being more' effective than the old hand syringes formerly used. Also, practical for washing windows and spraying poultry houses.^
SUCCESSFUL SPRAYING is a matter of details; little things seemingly unimportant effect results. The great essential thing is to have a nozzle that will throw an exceedingly fine spray or mist, so that the entire surface of the foliage and branches will be thoroughly covered with emulsion. This is also a matter of economy in the cost of emulsion.
THE ‘BO'TJDEAUX NOZZLE on a Templin Spray ‘Tump , is a combination that is positively unequaled for economy and efficiency.
Price complete, (except bucket) with four feet of hose and celebrated Bordeaux Nozzle, $5.00 Seven foot extension hose, with coupling and pole connections, for spraying tall trees, $1.00
FREE. We will send free, with each order for Templin’s Bucket Spray Pump, a copy of- Prof. Weed’s new 64-page hand-book ‘-Spraying for Profit.” Revised and enlarged until it is the best book of its kind ever published. Tells all about preparing and applying Insecticides and Fungicides. Regular price 20 cts per copy.
A NOZZLE THAT WILL NOT CLOG.
The Best Breeds of Thoroughbred Poultry.
The raising of thoroughbred poultry has become one of the most profitable industries. We know of no other that offers greater profits for the money invested, as the demand for strictly high-grade fowls and eggs always ex- ceeds the supply. The prices are always attractive. ° J
Single Comb Buff Orpingtons— Large; body compact; broad, deep breast; back short; legs short, heavy; comb medium; skin and flesh white; color even buff. Mature early. Persistant layers; excellent setters; quiet mothers. Excellent winter layers. Imported from the originator. Cook and Sons. ( See cut opposite.) 15 eggs $1.25; 30 $2.23.
Barred Plymouth Rocks— Large size; noted for vigor and hardiness; good egg producers; excellent mothers; fair setters; gentle disposi- tion; bear confinement well. Chicks vigorous, mature early. The celebrated Leffell strain. 13 for $1 .50; 30 for §2.73.
Rose Comb Brown Leghorn— A popular breed, needs no description.
You might buy cheaper from your neighbor, but yoti need the best.
We have a very superior egg-laying strain. 13 for §1.30; 30 for $2.75
Rose Comb White Minorcas— In size, vigor, quick maturity, and egg production they are equal to the Black; they differ only in color and comb. Eggs large, white. Our breeder was the originator, -and has a superior strain that would win at any show. 13 for $1,303 30 $2.73
Silver Laced Wyandottes — Medium size; back short; legs short, yellow; comb low, double ; excellent winter layers; buff eggs. V good setters and quiet mothers; mature quite early. We offer Orr and McClave strains. 15 eggs for $1.56; 30 for $2.73.
White Wyandottes — In general characteristics like the I FOWLS FOR SALE — We sometimes have a few fowls for other Wyandottes. Our breeder has an exceedingly fine sale that would make excellent breeders. That is the
strain; all prize winners. 15 for $1.30; 30 for $2.73.
best way to get a start. Write for our prices.
NOTE. We alwavs ship eggs in light baskets, carefully wrapping each egg, and so lining and wrapping the basket as to protect the eggs against rough handling and extremes in the weather. Express charges not prepaid. We do not favor sending eggs by parcel post. = If you want them in that way send the necessary postage.
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DUCKeye incuoaiors ana Drooaers. eye machines, because we consider them the best made. We can offer you special prices that will surely appeal to you and save you money. Write for catalog and prices.
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