Elliott's 1845 to 1895 Elliott's 1845 to 1895 : 50th annual edition elliotts1845to181895wmel Year: 1895 QUEEN. Queen. The best potato grown for early garden and general field planting. This variety closely resem- bles the Early Beauty of Hebron in color, size and shape, but is earlier and a heavier yielder. Per pk., 75 cts.; bush., $ ; $ PUMPKIN. Pumpkins are grown chiefly as food for stock. They were formerly esteemed for culinary purposes, but at present are almost entirely superseded by the various squashes, which are in all respects much superior. The usual method of plant
Elliott's 1845 to 1895 Elliott's 1845 to 1895 : 50th annual edition elliotts1845to181895wmel Year: 1895 QUEEN. Queen. The best potato grown for early garden and general field planting. This variety closely resem- bles the Early Beauty of Hebron in color, size and shape, but is earlier and a heavier yielder. Per pk., 75 cts.; bush., $ ; $ PUMPKIN. Pumpkins are grown chiefly as food for stock. They were formerly esteemed for culinary purposes, but at present are almost entirely superseded by the various squashes, which are in all respects much superior. The usual method of planting I'umpkins is to scatter a few seeds at intervals in the hills when planting Indian corn. In this way good crops of Pumpkins are secured with slight labor and expense. Japanese Pumpkin. Entirely distinct in shape and ap- pearance from all other varieties. The flesh is rich salmon color, finely grained, and of splendid flavor. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 15 cts.; lb., $ Large Cheese. A very hardy and productive variety; the best for cooking purposes. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 10 cts.; X lb., 20 cts.; lb., 60 cts. Connecticut Field. The common variety usually grown for feeding stock. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 10 cts.; X lb., 15 cts.; lb., 35 cts. Mammoth Tours. This variety grows to an immense size, often weighing 150 pounds. Per pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 10 cts.; X lb., 30 cts.; lb., $ NANTUCKET SUGAR.
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