Dreer's garden book 1919 (1919) Dreer's garden book 1919 dreersgardenbook1919henr Year: 1919 IHENRrADRRR-Pt1llAKtPHIA--RA-mi1tW-»CtiOI[EV[(iLTAB[ES»DS: EARI^Y FORTUNE CUCUMBER Cucumbers of the 'White Spine' type are most desirable on account of their attractive appearance and good quality. This variety was originally discovered in a field of 'Davis Perfect,' and is now so thoroughly established that large fields do not show any variation either in plant or fruit.' The Cucumbers are slightly longer than 'Arlington White Spine,' more cylindrical in shape, with very dark green skin and thick fle
Dreer's garden book 1919 (1919) Dreer's garden book 1919 dreersgardenbook1919henr Year: 1919 IHENRrADRRR-Pt1llAKtPHIA--RA-mi1tW-»CtiOI[EV[(iLTAB[ES»DS: EARI^Y FORTUNE CUCUMBER Cucumbers of the 'White Spine' type are most desirable on account of their attractive appearance and good quality. This variety was originally discovered in a field of 'Davis Perfect,' and is now so thoroughly established that large fields do not show any variation either in plant or fruit.' The Cucumbers are slightly longer than 'Arlington White Spine,' more cylindrical in shape, with very dark green skin and thick flesh, which is tender and crisp, making it especially good for slicing. A remarkable feature of this variety is the strong growth of the vines, which enables it to successfully withstand blight and bring the fruits to their full size and perfection, a very important qual- ity, which will appeal to the home gardener. 'Early Fortune' Cucumber is one of the best that has been introduced in years, and will take the place of many old-time strains of White Spine Cucumber. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 20cts.; i lb., 60cts.; lb., $ CEI^ERY An exceptionally fine early variety, which for size and shape is unsurpassed. The plant is of medium height, but very stocky, foliage is a light shade of green with yellow tinge, and the stalks are thick, almost round, and resemble Giant Pascal in shape, but are of a rich, yellow color, similar to the well-known Golden Self-blanching, which it resembles when trimmed and bunched. It matures early, and its exceedingly fine flavor and crispness will please even the most critical. This variety is suit- able for the market grower as well as for growing in the home garden, as it keeps well for an early Celery and has many other good qualities. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 50 cts.; i lb., $ For Plants see page 118. ^WINTER KING An attractive feature of this variety is that while the outer stalks are green, it naturally produces many golden hearts,
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