Part 10

“Am selling my Dr. Burrill strawberries at 40 cents per quart. They are very large and fancy. I cannot speak highly enough of Kellogg strawberries.”

J. E. PARSONS, Ontario.

The Million Dollar Strawberry

MALE OR BI-SEXUAL (B)

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Dr. Burrill embodies all desirable qualities necessary to constitute an ideal mid-season variety with none of the undesirable features so frequently present.

This strong, mid-season bisexual was originated by J. R. Reasoner, (originator of Senator Dunlap), and although resembling Senator Dunlap in some respects, it is a separate and distinctly superior variety.

The plants grow large, are heavy crown-builders and prolific runner makers, making it equally desirable for any system of culture. Its dense foliage forms ample protection for the berries.

Outstanding among its many desirable characteristics is its enormous productiveness, for at fruiting time the plants are simply a mass of blossoms and fruit.

The berries are dark red, deliciously flavored and of firm texture--unsurpassed for canning or shipping. Their bright green calyx, golden seeds and beautiful color of the fruit form a striking color contrast which compels more than passing attention.

Dr. Burrill succeeds everywhere. A profitable variety for the commercial strawberry grower--also desirable for the home garden. For prices of Dr. Burrill plants see page 66, column 3.

THE GEM OF PERFECTION

MALE OR BI-SEXUAL (B)

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Magic Gem is of Western origination and in plant growth is a typical representation of the rugged characteristics which symbolize its native section.

Although born in the West however, Magic Gem claims no preference as to soil or climate but has become a leading favorite in home gardens and with commercial strawberry growers in the North, East, South and West alike.

It is a strong mid-season bisexual, its blooming season extending over such a long period that it is successfully used for mating all except extra-early pistillates.

Magic Gem produces abundantly and matures practically every berry. Its berries are large, dark red, with seeds deeply embedded in the flesh. Their firm, solid texture makes them ideal for canning or shipping to distant markets. Crowned with beautiful, well-formed calyxes which remain fresh and bright for an unusual length of time after picking, they present a most attractive appearance when packed.

For home use or market, you will find Magic Gem a splendid medium-late variety. It has been appropriately titled, “The Gem of Perfection.” For prices of Magic Gem plants see Page 66, column 3.

“Magic Gem is the best flavored berry I ever tasted. My Kellogg strawberries last season were the largest I have ever seen anywhere,--on the market, in the garden or on the farm.”

W. D. FERRIS, Georgia.

“Magic Gem is a splendid variety. I counted 56 berries on one of my Magic Gem plants and another plant of this variety must have produced at least 100 berries. My plants are not allowed to produce any runners.”

W. WOODWORTH, Ohio.

“In the spring of 1918 I set 175 Kellogg Pedigree Plants in our garden, 100 of which were Magic Gem, planning on having only enough fruit for our own use. The next season, from this small plot we sold $42.25 worth of berries and besides used and gave away berries to the value of $13.65, making the total value of our crop $55.90. If I figure correctly, this is at the rate of over $2,400 per acre and is not so rotten, I’ll say. If we hadn’t sold our home and moved away, we no doubt would have had a splendid crop in 1920.”

E. G. WHITLEY, New York.

“In your catalog, you picture some very attractive Magic Gem and Kellogg’s Prize berries but they are no better than berries I have grown of these varieties. Parties who told me I was foolish to pay your prices for plants when I could get plants from other growers for less, have changed their minds. Now they also want to set Kellogg Pedigree Plants.”

F. TELFORD, Ontario, Canada.

“I cannot say enough in praise of Magic Gem, Dr. Burrill and Kellogg’s Premier, all of which are splendid varieties.”