. The Stone Tomato For early plants sow in hot-beds early in March, in drills 5 inches apart and \ inch deep ; when the plants are about 2 inches high, transplant into another hot-bed 4 inches apart each way ; plant out in the open ground early in May, or as soon as danger from frost is over, 4 feet apart each way in hhls, which should have a shovelfull of well-rotted manure mixed with the soil. Water freely at time of transplanting ; when the first fiuit is set, pinch off the ends of the branches to obtain early fruit- Sufficient plants for a small garden can be grown in a shallow box or a la
. The Stone Tomato For early plants sow in hot-beds early in March, in drills 5 inches apart and \ inch deep ; when the plants are about 2 inches high, transplant into another hot-bed 4 inches apart each way ; plant out in the open ground early in May, or as soon as danger from frost is over, 4 feet apart each way in hhls, which should have a shovelfull of well-rotted manure mixed with the soil. Water freely at time of transplanting ; when the first fiuit is set, pinch off the ends of the branches to obtain early fruit- Sufficient plants for a small garden can be grown in a shallow box or a large flower-pot, by placing it in a sunny window in a warm room or kitchen. For late use sow in a sheltered border in May, and set out the plants in July ; the green fruit can be picked off before frost and be ripened under glass. By training the tomato vines on trellises or tying to stakes, they mil increase in productiveness, the fruit will ripen better and be of finer quality. Our trials of 1896 embraced sixty varieties of distinct types, and our judgment as noted when in full bearing, is given in the description of each variety. In northern latitudes the cluster varieties are sure to develop and give good results. The Stone. Fruit very large and deep; bright scarlet; smooth, ripening evenly to the stem without a crack ; exceedingly solid and firm-fleshed; the best for family use and for canneries. Our tests from the introduction of this sort have proved it to be a superior tomato. Pkt. 10 cts ; oz. 25 cts ; \ lb. 75 cts. Early riichigan. One of the best, of medium size to large, and continuing so through the season ; very early, solid, smooth and perfectly shaped ; color rich red; of excel- lent flavor. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz 25 cts.; \ lb. 75 cts. Imperial. This new variety matured very early in our grounds, and maintained a good size through the season. A beautiful, symmetrical and meaty tomato. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz 40 cts ; \ lb. $ Acme. One of the best for family use; ripens
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