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Comstock Ferre & Co. sells over 700 varieties of seeds including a bag of 'whirlybird mix.' a type of marigold. Story: Historic charm Plan: Connecticut guide Stay , Play , Eat
Comstock Ferre & Co. sells over 700 varieties of seeds including a bag of 'whirlybird mix.' a type of marigold.

Story: Historic charm
Plan: Connecticut guide
Stay, Play, Eat

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