ite; flesh white, and finer in
texture than that of the White Globe. It is not suited for table use;
and is generally field-grown, and fed to stock.

RED NORFOLK.

Red-top Norfolk. Red Round.

This is a sub-variety of the White Norfolk, the size and form being
nearly the same. Skin washed, or clouded with red where exposed to the
light. It is firmer in texture, and more regular in its form, than the
last named; and, if there be any difference in size, this is the smaller
variety.

RED TANKARD.

Bulb produced partially above ground, pyriform, eight or nine inches in
depth, four or five inches in diameter, and weighing about three pounds;
below ground, the skin is white,--above, purple or violet; flesh white,
rather firm, sugary, and well flavored; foliage large.

It is recommended for its earliness and productiveness, but must be
considered a field rather than a table variety.

ROBERTSON'S GOLDEN STONE. _M'Int._ _Vil._

An excellent, half-early variety; form nearly globular; color deep
orange throughout, sometimes tinged with green on the top; size above
medium,--average specimens measuring nearly four inches in depth, four
inches in diameter, and weighing from sixteen to eighteen ounces; flesh
firm, and well flavored.

The Robertson's Golden Stone is remarkably hardy, keeps well, and is one
of the best of the Yellows for autumn or winter use.

ROUND BLACK. _Law._

Leaves few, small, and comparatively smooth; bulb produced almost or
altogether under ground, of an irregular, roundish form, often divided,
or terminating in thick branches at its lower extremity; skin black, and
very tough; flesh white.

The variety is extensively cultivated in some parts of Europe, and is
much esteemed for its peculiar, piquant, somewhat radish-like flavor. It
is sometimes served in its crude state as a salad.

SIX WEEKS. _Law._

Autumn Stubble. Early Dwarf.

Bulb produced much above ground, rather large, and of an irregular,
globular form. It soon arrives at maturity; but, on account of its
natural softness of texture, should always be sown late, and used before
severe frosts. As descriptive of its earliness, it has received the
above names; being suited for very late sowing, after the removal of
early crops; or for making up blanks in turnip-fields, where the first
sowing may have partially failed.

It is well flavored, but soon becomes dry and spongy, and is unsuitable
for use during winter. Skin white bel