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ABLES Q 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.
Plant indoors 1/4 in. deep about 6 weeks before transplanting out- doors. 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.
Culture.
01706 CHEDDAR HYBRID. Flavorful curds really are orange through and through! Smooth, dome-shaped heads are packed with al- most as much beta carotene as carrots. Fantastic flavor and texture guarantees gourmet enjoyment cooked or raw. Color deepens when cooked. Pre- fers moderate to cool temperatures. 68 days. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $4.25; 3+ $3.95 each.
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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 out- side leaves. Light frost improves flavor. A packet con- tains 400 seeds and sows a row 100 ft. long.
COLLARDS. Culture.
01748 VATES COLLARD. Gives prolific har- vests of great “greens” with vitamin rich smooth leaves. Vates is recognized as a very nutritious vari- ety with very high yield potential, 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. $2.15; 3+ $1.95 each; (L) 1 oz. $3.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $7.50.
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. $2.15; 3+ $1.95 each; (L) 1 oz. $3.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $7.50.
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 lbs. each. Leaves grow upright, protecting heads from sun scorch. Very uniform. 48 days. (A) Pkt. (100 seeds) $2.95; 3+ $2.75 each; (H) 1/8 oz. $15.50; (J) 1/4 oz. $28.95.
01718 SNOWBALL SELF-BLANCHING. 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 flavor. A good freezer. 68 days. (A) Pkt. (1 gram) $2.10; 3+ $1.85 each; (K) 1/2 oz. $6.75; (L) 1 oz. $12.50.
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.
CELERIAC. Culture.
01750 LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE. Commonly known as turnip-rooted celery. Imparts 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. (1/2 gram) $2.15; 3+ $1.85 each; (L) 1 oz. $8.50; (M) 1/4 lb. $28.95.
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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 and solid, of excellent quality. Blanch- es easily and keeps well. Nice, large hearts. Rich, nutty flavor. 90-140 days. (A) Pkt. (1,000 seeds) $2.25; 3+ $1.95 each; (L) 1 oz. $8.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $30.95.
01752(X) CELERY SPECIAL SAVINGS.
One packet each of Giant Pascal and Tendercrisp. Just $3.45.
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) $2.45; 3+ $2.25 each; (L) 1 oz. $8.95.
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. Self-blanch- ing. 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) $2.15; 3+ $1.85 each; (L) 1 oz. $7.75.
INSECTICIDES & FUNGICIDES.
and including day of harvest. 50296 32 oz. RTU Spray, $10.95. 50297 32 oz. Concentrate, $19.95.
COLLECTION. One packet each of Vates and Morris Heading. Just $3.25.
01727(X) COLLARD
01749 BULLDOG HYBRID. Plants have an upright habit like other popular Georgia types. Dark blue-green leaves are slightly savoyed. Plants grow 22 to 24 in. and can be stripped or cut in bunches. Vig- orous, rapid regrowth. 71 days. (A) Pkt. $4.25; 3+ $3.85 each.
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