ing the opening again. The straw bottom and sides are not absolutely necessary, but are a great improvement and convenience, and will preserve the roots in a much cleaner and finer condition; the straw not only helping to keep out the frost, but at the same time providing ventilation for the heap.
VARIETIES OF TURNIPS.
Early Red, Or Purple Top Strap-Leaved.—The best known and most generally planted variety. It
PURPLE TOP STRAP-LEAVED.
EARLY WHITE FLAT DUTCH TURNIP.
is a quick grower, and the flesh is very fine grained and flavored. The red top of the bulb, which extends down to where it rests in the soil, adds very much to the appearance of this popular variety.
Early White Flat Dutch.—This is a quick growing and very early variety. The skin and flesh are a clear white, and the flesh is solid, very sweet and juicy, and of mild flavor.
