. Dreer's mid-summer catalogue 1905. Flowers Seeds Catalogs; Fruit Seeds Catalogs; Vegetables Seeds Catalogs; Nurseries (Horticulture) Catalogs; Gardening Equipment and supplies Catalogs. GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING CELERY Winter Queen. This variety was introduced several years ago, and has proved a valuable sort, particularly on account of its excellent winter-keeping qualities. It grows a very thick, solid and heavy stalk, and has a large heart. It is a close, compact grower, and when blanched is a creamy white CELERY Celery plants can be supplied from June 15 th to August 25 ih. We grow
. Dreer's mid-summer catalogue 1905. Flowers Seeds Catalogs; Fruit Seeds Catalogs; Vegetables Seeds Catalogs; Nurseries (Horticulture) Catalogs; Gardening Equipment and supplies Catalogs. GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING CELERY Winter Queen. This variety was introduced several years ago, and has proved a valuable sort, particularly on account of its excellent winter-keeping qualities. It grows a very thick, solid and heavy stalk, and has a large heart. It is a close, compact grower, and when blanched is a creamy white CELERY Celery plants can be supplied from June 15 th to August 25 ih. We grow the following varieties, which we offer at the uniform price of 40 cts. per 100, $ per 1000. i^If wanted by mail, add ij cents per 100 for postage. ) Celery requires a moist, rich soil, and will not thrive in poor soil and dry situations. After the plants have attained a height of five or six inches they should be set out in rows three feet apart, and 6 inches in the row. When twelve to fifteen inches high, the soil should be loosened by the use of the plow or hoe, and the plants be "handled.'" This operation consists of drawing the stems upright with one hand, and pressing the soil firmly against the plant with the other ; by this process the plant grows upright, and can be easily cultivated and blanched by drawing the soil close up to the plant. Celery should receive thorough cultivation if good results are desired. To store for winter use, select well-drained ground, dig drenches one foot wide and deep enough to cover the tops of the plants. Pack the stalks in this in an upright position, covering with boards to shed the water ; in severe weather protect with straw or leaves. Dreer's Monarch. A decided acquisition, producing large stalks and magnificent bright golden yellow heart. The stalks are very solid, brittle, and of most delicious flavor, and when properly grown it is entirely free from stringiness. It is very desirable, both for home use and for market,
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