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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.


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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Does well in hot and cold weather. Plant in mid-spring and again in late summer. 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 contains 400 seeds and sows a row 100 ft. long.


COLLARDS. Culture.


great variety for fresh market growers and home gardeners. Offers a short crop time, the ability to capture repeat cuts after several weeks and a wide window of planting oppor- tunities (November thru April in some areas, year round in others). Good shelf life and can be kept bright and crisp 4 to 5 days on dis- play at farmers markets and roadside stands. Per serving, they offer the same amount of fiber, lower calories, carbohydrates and fat as Kale and provides over 100% recommended daily allowance of vitamins A and K. Widely adaptable and can be grown in various cli- mates. Good yielder with high bolt resistance. 75-80 days from seeding. (A) Pkt. $2.25; 3+ $2.10 each; (L) 1 oz. $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. $2.25; 3+ $2.10 each; (L) 1 oz. $6.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $12.95.


01743 GEORGIA. Plants are tall, have a spreading habit and dark green smooth leaves. A


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 deepens when cooked. Prefers moderate to cool temperatures. 68 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $4.50; 3+ $4.25 each.


01718 SNOWBALL SELF- BLANCHING. Wrapper leaves curl over heads and blanch


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 gram) $2.25; 3+ $2.10 each; (K) 1/2 oz. $6.95; (L) 1 oz. $12.95.


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01730 SNOW CROWN HYBRID. Vigorous, extra- early variety producing pure white heads up to 8 in. across. All-America Winner. Heads average about 2 lbs. each. Leaves grow upright, protect- ing heads from sun scorch. Very uniform. 48 days. (A) Pkt. (100 seeds) $3.25; 3+ $2.95 each; (H) 1/8 oz. $15.95; (J) 1/4 oz. $29.95.


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01756 GIANT PASCAL. Popular commercial variety and one of the best yielders ever. The finest for home use and an excellent shipper. Stalks are very large, thick, solid and of excellent quality. Blanches easily and keeps well. Nice, large hearts. Rich, nutty flavor. 90-140 days. (A) Pkt. (1,000 seeds) $2.45; 3+ $2.25 each; (L) 1 oz. $9.50; (M) 1/4 lb. $32.95.


01752(X) CELERY SPECIAL SAVINGS.


One packet each of Giant Pascal and Tendercrisp. Just $3.75.


01753


TENDERCRISP. You’ll love the crisp sweet flavor. This variety produces 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. (4 grams) $2.55; 3+ $2.35 each; (L) 1 oz. $9.50.


SHUMWAY’S Superior Strains. Culture.


01755 GOLDEN SELF-BLANCH-


ING. An outstanding yellow-type, stan- dard for market and shipping. Much earlier than Giant Pascal. Plants grow 25 to 30 in. tall and are stocky. 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. (1,000 seeds) $2.35; 3+ $2.15 each; (L) 1 oz. $7.95.


prevention. 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.


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01728(X) COLLARD COLLECTION. One packet each of Georgia, Morris Heading and Vates. Just $4.95.


01748 VATES. Gives prolific harvests of great “greens” with vitamin rich smooth leaves. Vates is recognized as a very nutritious variety with very high yield potential, and it is perhaps the most widely adapted collard variety of all. Grows up- right about 23 in. tall. Good regrowth after cutting. 73 days. (A) Pkt. $2.25; 3+ $2.10 each; (L) 1 oz. $6.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $12.95.


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88626 ORGANOCIDE. A safe alternative to chemical insec- ticides and fungicides 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 after applica- tion. Effectively controls a wide variety of insects including spider mites, mealy bugs, whiteflies, aphids, leaf-rollers and thrips. Also effective on fungal diseases 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. Concen- trate, $19.95.


55641 PREEN® WEED PREVENTER PLUS ANT, FLEA & TICK CONTROL. Doesn’t kill weeds – it pre- vents new weeds by stopping weed seeds from rooting. With one easy application, it also kills foraging ants before they can invade your home and kills biting fleas before they latch onto your pets. Plus it kills the ticks that may carry Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme Disease. Apply any time during the growing season around established plants and transplants in flower and landscape beds. See the product label for specifics. One bottle protects 1,000 sq. ft. for up to 4 months. 4.25 lb., $24.95.


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