. The fruits of Ontario. Fruit-culture. 1906 FRUITS OF ONTARIO. 247 SHAFFER. On its first introduction the Shaffer created much enthusiasm by reason of its thrift, productiveness and good quality. It is still considerably grown for canning purposes, but its color is not a favorite one in the market. i;. Shaffer. Origin: on farm of Mr. Shaffer, Wheatland, N. Y., in 1869; introduced by Chas. Green, Rochester, in 1881. Plant: very vigorous; canes grow six or seven feet high, if not pinched back; very productive ; propagates from tips. Fruit: large; color purple; form roundish; grains large, loose
. The fruits of Ontario. Fruit-culture. 1906 FRUITS OF ONTARIO. 247 SHAFFER. On its first introduction the Shaffer created much enthusiasm by reason of its thrift, productiveness and good quality. It is still considerably grown for canning purposes, but its color is not a favorite one in the market. i;. Shaffer. Origin: on farm of Mr. Shaffer, Wheatland, N. Y., in 1869; introduced by Chas. Green, Rochester, in 1881. Plant: very vigorous; canes grow six or seven feet high, if not pinched back; very productive ; propagates from tips. Fruit: large; color purple; form roundish; grains large, loose, easily separated from stalk; flesh very juicy and tender; flavor sweet, rich and very agreeable. Quality; very good for cooking: good for dessert. Vaiue: second class for market. Season: Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Ontario. Dept. of Agriculture. Toronto : printed by L. K. Cameron
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