GOOD VEGET CAULIFLOWER Our Best.
Plant indoors 1/4 in. deep about 6 weeks before transplant- ing outdoors. Put into Jiffy pots when plants are about 2 in. high. Or, sow seed directly outdoors about 1/4 in. deep, as soon as soil can be worked. Tie heads for best blanching. One ounce produces 1,500 plants.
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01706 CHEDDAR HYBRID. Flavorful curds re- ally are orange through and through! Smooth, dome- shaped heads are packed with almost as much beta caro- tene as carrots. Fantastic flavor and texture guarantees gourmet enjoyment cooked or raw. Color deepens when cooked. Prefers moderate to cool temperatures. 68 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $3.45; 2 pkts. $6.25.
01730 SNOW CROWN HYBRID. Vigor- ous, extra-early variety producing pure white heads up to 8 in. across. All-America Winner. Heads average about 2 lb. each. Leaves grow up- right, protecting heads from sun scorch. Very uni- form. 48 days. (A) Pkt. (100 seeds) $2.75; 2 pkts. $4.95; (H) 1/8 oz. $13.95; (J) 1/4 oz. $25.95.
01737(X) CAULIFLOWER LOVER'S SPECIAL. One packet each of Cheddar, Graffiti & Snow Crown. 3 pkts., only $7.75.
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BASICS. A complete guide for the beginning gourd artisan. Learn how to select and prepare gourds to make home ac- cessories such as bowls and vases. Author Angela Mohr gives basic techniques for growing, harvesting, cleaning, fixing and decorating. Soft cover, 64 pages. $15.95.
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02327 BUSHEL GOURD. This heirloom variety is the largest we’ve ever seen, weighing in at 25 to 50 lbs. each! Enormous fruits resemble an old- fashioned bushel basket, and grow up to 3 to 5 ft. in diameter on trailing vines. Light tan exterior. 120 days. (A) Pkt. (10 seeds) $2.25; (L) 1 oz. $9.95.
02340 FINEST MIX OF SMALL AND LARGE TYPES. Nice blend of varieties. You'll love this!
02600 LUFFA (Dishcloth). Description, below right.
02325 BIRD HOUSE (Sugar Trough). Ball-shaped with long necks. Make nice birdhouses.
02344 LONG HANDLE DIPPER. Long neck makes perfect handle for dippers. Grows up to 48 in.
02330 MIX OF SMALL TYPES. Blend of small types like Small Spoon and many varieties separately, like Small Orange, Nest Egg, etc.
02335 MIX OF LARGE TYPES. Blend of large types listed above and others not sold separately.
02321(X) One of each of all 6 Gourds listed above plus Bushel Gourd & Autumn Wings Blend – BIG SAVINGS!
(A) Pkt. $ 2.25
1.95 2.35 2.50 2.25 2.25
(L) Oz. $ 7.95
6.50 8.50 9.95 7.95 7.95 15.50 59.95
01718 SELF BLANCHE. Wrapper leaves curl over heads and blanch them automatically. Heads are pure white and about 7 in. in diameter. Stops growing in hot weather, so start it early. Excellent quality and fla- vor. A good freezer. 68 days. (A) Pkt. $1.75; (K) 1/2 oz. $6.19; (L) 1 oz. $11.45; (M) 1/4 lb. $29.97.
Ornamental and useful! Gourds are fun and profitable. Use them to make bird- houses, dippers, bowls and pipes. Good for centerpieces and harvest arrange- ments. They need lots of sun. Train vines on trellis or fence. Cut when ripe, leav- ing a 3 in. stem, wash and dip in alco- hol to remove any fungus. Give plenty of time to cure. A packet plants about 30 ft.
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02324 AUTUMN WINGS BLEND. A unique mix in vibrant colors and un- usual shapes! All display wings, many are warted. Some are in the shape of 12 in. swans, small spoons, pears, and small to large bottles. Sure to get attention. 100 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $2.75; 2 pkts. 4.95; (L) 1 oz. $15.95.
01711 GRAFFITI HYBRID. One of the best varieties for home gardens and fresh market use. Dome-shaped heads and smooth curds turn deep pur- ple at maturity, when they reach their peak in nutrient value. Large-framed plants have purplish-green wrapper leaves, medium vigor and interme- diate disease resistance. Try serving the purple florets with dip for a colorful presentation, or use as a side dish – they retain their color when cooked! 80-90 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $2.95; 2 pkts. $5.35.
HIGH WHEEL CULTIVATOR. An American garden classic. It cultivates, it plows, it cuts furrows for planting and, with the optional slicing hoe attachment, it even cuts weeds just below the surface. The 1 in. tubular steel frame resists rust, and vinyl hand grips have been added for comfort. Handle height ad- justs to suit individuals. The 24 in. steel wheel maneuvers easily to cultivate close to rows, so hand weeding is kept to a minimum. The handle folds down for easy storage. Includes three attachments: a double-ended furrow plow, a 5-tined cultivator, and a moldboard plow for light plowing and tilling. Should last a lifetime with normal care. 52906 Cultivator $134.95. 52907 Optional Slicing Hoe $24.95. 52908(X) Cultivator plus Slicing Hoe $147.95.
Garlic varieties below will be shipped in the spring and some will be made avail- able for fall shipment only via our website. Seeds and garlic bulbs will be shipped separately.
Culture.
Do not allow to freeze before planting. After separating the garlic bulb into tradi- tional cloves, plant the cloves 5 in. apart in well-prepared and well-drained soil in a sunny location. Plant deeply enough so that the tips are 2 in. beneath the surface. Mulch lightly in areas where winter temperatures fall below 0°F. Garlic will be ready to harvest the following summer. See page 28 for state shipping restrictions.
GARLIC LOVERS BONANZA 04808(X) 3 cloves of Jumbo Elephant, 3 bulbs of California White and 3 bulbs of Italian Late. Shipped in the spring. A $23.85 value. Just $19.95.
04516 JUMBO ELEPHANT. Huge bulbs, but very mild flavor. Big bulbs are mild enough to use in sauces and salads that call for just a hint of garlic. Needs winter protection in the North. Shipped in spring. Pkg. of 3 cloves $6.95; 2 or more $6.45 each.
04512 CALIFORNIA WHITE. Easy-to-grow, has traditional strong garlic flavor. Separate the large bulbs before planting into cloves and plant the same way you would plant onion sets. A bulb makes 10 to 20 cloves. Good yielder and a good all-around garlic. Shipped in spring. Pkg. of 3 bulbs $6.95; 2 or more $5.95 each.
04510 ITALIAN LATE. Our best garlic variety for braiding. Can be stored for up to 9 months. A strong, pungent type with excellent flavor. Very fine for cook- ing and extremely productive. Also exhibits good disease resistance. Found to be extremely winter hardy, and stores well. Shipped in spring. Pkg. of 3 bulbs $9.95; 2 or more $8.95 each.
SPONGE SEEDS. Grow your very own sponges!
02600 LUFFA SPONGE.
Much sturdier than commercial sponges. Use in kitchen, bath or outdoors. Fibrous internal structure converts into sponges 12 in. long and 4 in. around. Rapid growing vines. 100-120 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $1.95; 2 pkts. $3.60; (L) 1 oz. $6.50.
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