FOR BETTER HEALTH COLLARDS.
CELERIAC.
Does well in hot and cold weather. Plant in mid-spring and again in late sum- mer. Plant thinly 1/4 in. deep in rows 2 ft. apart. Thin to 6 in. apart. Harvest only outside leaves. Light frost improves flavor. A packet sows a row 100 ft. long.
Culture.
COLLECTION. One packet each of Vates and Morris Heading. Just $2.75.
01727(X) COLLARD
01748 VATES COLLARD. Gives prolific harvests of great “greens” with vitamin rich smooth leaves. Vates is recognized as a very nutritious variety with very high yield poten- tial, and it is perhaps the most widely adapted collard variety of all. Grows upright about 23 in. tall. Good regrowth after cutting. 73 days. (A) Pkt. $1.85; (L) 1 oz. $3.75; (M) 1/4 lb. $6.95.
01747 MORRIS HEADING. This has been a favorite for years due to great flavor and slow bolting. The loose heads are very heavy, wrapped with dark green leaves that are slightly savoyed and quite firm and solid. Plants grow 18 to 24 in. tall. Flavor gets even better after frost. 70 Days. (A) Pkt. $1.85; (L) 1 oz. $3.75; (M) 1/4 lb. $6.95.
voyed. Plants grow 22 to 24 in. and can be stripped or cut in bunches. Vigorous, rapid regrowth. 71 days. (A) Pkt. (400 seeds) $3.95; 2 pkts. $6.95.
01749 BULLDOG HYBRID. Plants have an upright habit like other popular Georgia types. Dark blue-green leaves are slightly sa-
Celery.
Sow seeds in a rich, well-drained soil and thin to 12 in. apart. For best results start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before outdoor planting so that seedlings are large enough when ready to plant out. Cooler temperatures may cause bolting.
SHUMWAY’S Superior Strains. Culture.
01737(X) CAULIFLOWER LOVER'S SPECIAL. One packet each of Cheddar, Graffiti & Snow Crown. Just $7.75.
01756 GIANT PASCAL. Popular com- mercial variety and one of the best yielders ever. The finest for home use and an excellent shipper. Stalks are very large, thick and solid, of excellent quality. Blanches easily and keeps well. Nice, large hearts. Rich, nutty flavor. 90- 140 days. (A) Pkt. $1.95; (L) 1 oz. $8.25; (M) 1/4 lb. $29.95.
CELERY SPECIAL SAVINGS.
01752(X)
One packet each of Giant Pascal and Tendercrisp. Just $3.15.
01753 TENDER-
CRISP. You’ll love the crisp sweet flavor. This variety pro- duces extra-large plants that are 23 to 36 in. tall. Crispy and crunchy, the stalks are crowned with very tasty green leaves that go great in salads and soups. Thick, solid stems have a rich, nutty flavor. 112 days. (A) Pkt. $2.25; (L) 1 oz. $8.25; (M) 1/4 lb. $29.95.
01730 SNOW CROWN HYBRID. Vigorous, extra-early variety produc- ing pure white heads up to 8 in. across. All-America Winner. Heads average about 2 lbs. each. Leaves grow upright, protecting heads from sun scorch. Very uniform. 48 days. (A) Pkt. (100 seeds) $2.75; 2 pkts. $4.95; (H) 1/8 oz. $13.95; (J) 1/4 oz. $25.95.
Celeriac requires good soil preparation and regular watering to develop a good quality root. Seeds are slow to germinate and should be start- ed indoors if possible. Harden off and plant seed- lings when the danger of frost is over. If direct seeded in the garden, the soil should be warm to ensure adequate germination. Plants should be spaced 8 to 12 in. apart with rows 30 in. apart.
Culture.
01750 LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE. Commonly known as turnip-rooted celery. Im- parts an excellent celery flavor to stews and soups. Delicious when boiled and sliced cold for salads. Keeps well during winter. Grows like celery. 110 days. (A) Pkt. $1.85; (L) 1 oz. $7.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $27.95.
Our Best CAULIFLOWER. Culture.
01706 CHEDDAR HYBRID. Flavorful curds really are orange through and through! Smooth, dome- shaped heads are packed with almost as much beta carotene as carrots. Fantastic flavor and texture guarantees gourmet enjoyment cooked or raw. Color deep- ens when cooked. Prefers moderate to cool temperatures. 68 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $3.95; 2 pkts. $7.25.
BLANCHING. Wrapper leaves curl over heads and blanch them automati- cally. Heads are pure white and about 7 in. in diameter. Stops growing in hot weather, so start it early. Excellent quality and flavor. 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.
01718 SNOWBALL SELF-
01711 GRAFFITI HYBRID. One of the best varie- ties for home gardens and fresh market use. Dome-shaped heads and smooth curds turn deep purple at maturity, when they reach their peak in nutrient value. Large-framed plants have purplish-green wrapper leaves, medium vigor and inter- mediate disease resistance. Try serving the purple florets with dip for a colorful presentation, or use as a side dish – they re- tain their color when cooked! 80-90 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $3.25; 2 pkts. $5.85.
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Plant indoors 1/4 in. deep about 6 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Put into Jiffy pots when plants are about 2 in. high. Or, sow seed directly as soon as soil can be worked. Tie heads for best blanching. One oz. produces about 1,500 plants.
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17 INSECTICIDES & FUNGICIDES.
SERENADE GARDEN DISEASE CONTROL. Used and trusted by thousands of organic gardeners. Safely helps win the battle against fungal and bacterial diseases such as Powdery Mildew, Rust, Scab, Leaf Blight, Late Blight and more. It can be sprayed on fruits, vegetables and ornamentals and is nontoxic to birds, bees, beneficial insects, fish and wildlife. So safe it can be applied up to and including day of harvest. 50296 32 oz. RTU Spray, $10.95. 50297 32 oz. Concentrate, $19.95.
50298 32 oz. RTS Hose End Bottle, $24.95.
ING. An outstanding yellow-type, standard for market and shipping. Much earlier than Giant Pascal. Plants grow 25 to 30 in. tall and are stocky. Self-blanching. The stalks are thick and heavy, but flesh is tender without strings. Thick hearts form early. One of the best table varieties. 85 days. (A) Pkt. $1.85; (L) 1 oz. $7.19; (M) 1/4 lb. $26.00.
01755 GOLDEN SELF-BLANCH-
88626 ORGANOCIDE. A safe alternative to chemical insecticides and fun- gicides with no waiting time. Contains no harmful chemicals, just a patented blend of sesame and fish oils, so you can safely enter your yard and garden immediately af- ter application. Effectively controls a wide variety of insects including spider mites, mealy bugs, whiteflies, aphids, leaf-rollers and thrips. Also effective on fungal dis- eases including Powdery Mildew and Black Spot. Safe to use on fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, flowers and more. Easy-to-use, just mix with water and spray. Qt. Concentrate, $19.95.
50414 TOMATO & VEGETABLE 3 IN 1. Kills insects, diseases and mites. Protects vegetables and vine plants such as tomatoes, potatoes, beans, melons and squash. Excellent for berries and flowers too. Kills aphids, mites, bugs, scale, cater- pillars, whiteflies, thrips, plus Scab, Rust, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spots, Blight and Brown Rot, as well as, other insects and diseases. May be used up to the day before harvest. Contains sulfur and pyrethrin. 32 oz. RTU Spray, $10.95.
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