R. & J. FARQUHAR & CO”’S SEED CATALOGUE. 21 
SWEET, POT AND MEDICINAL HERBS. 
These are of easy cultivation. Asa rule it is best to cut Herbs when in flower, wilted in the sun and thoroughly dried in the shade. 
Anise. Hardy annual. Used for garnishing or seasoning. Sow during latter end of April on warm south 
border, and when large enough to handle, thin the plants to six inches apart. The seed is ripe in August 
or September. It does not bear transplanting well. Pkt., 5 cents; 0z., 15 cents. 
Arnica. Hardy, dwarf herbaceous plants. They like a little peat incorporated with the soil. Pkt., 10 cents; 
0Z., $1.75. 
Balm. Hardy, herbaceous, perennial, which succeeds in common garden soil. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 40 cents. 
‘Basil. Sweet, Annual. The young leaf tops are the parts made use of in soups and salads, their flavor 
resembling that of cloves. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 20 cents. 
Borage. Annual. Its young leaves are sometimes used in salads or boiled as Spinach. Aromatic. Pkt., 5 
cents; 0z., 20 cents. * 
Burnett. Perennial. Used very much in soups and salads. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 20 cents. 
Camomilla. German or Scotch Chamomile. O2z., 75 cents. 
Caraway. MHardy Biannual. The seeds of Caraway are much esteemed for their aromatic flavor. Sow the 
seeds in the open ground in April, in common garden soil. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., Io cents. 
Catnip. Perennial. Well-known as a valuable mild nervine for infants. The plants should be pulled up by 
the roots when in full flower, and dried in the shade. Sow the seed in fall or early spring, in drills. Pkt., 
Io cents; 0Z., 50 cents. 
Coriander. Hardy Annual. Cultivated for the seeds which are very much used in confectionery and medicine. 
Pkt., 5 cents ; 0z., 15 cents. 
Dill. Biennial. The leaves and umbels are used in pickling, and the former in soups ard sauces. Pkt., 5 
cents; 0z., I5 cents. 
Fennel. Perennial. The leaves are used in soups, salads and garnishes, and the seed is used in confectionery. 
Pkt., 5 cents; 0z., 15 cents. 
Horehound. Perennial. Very strong aromatic and a bitter pungent, largely used in tonics; thrives in light, 
poor land. Pkt., Io cents; oz., 40 cents. 
Hyssop. Hardy blue flowered evergreen. The plant is not only aromatic, but the flowers are very beautiful. 
Pkt., 10 cents; 0z., 30 cents. 
Lavender. Perennial. The flowers are usually ready for drying or distilling in June or July. Pkeygucentsi; 
# OZ., 20 cents. 
Lovage. Perennial. Has medicinal qualities. Pkt., 10 cents; 0z., 40 cents. 
|Marjoram. Sweet, Annual. The tops and leaves are gathered when green in Summer and Autumn, for use in 
soups. The branches may be cut and dried just before flowering for winter supply. Pkt., 5 cents; 0z., 25 
cents; lb., $2.00. 
Pennyroyal. Hardy Herbaceous purple flowered Perennial. Pkt., 10 cents; oz., $1.00. 
Rosemary. Perennial. Very fragrant and has an aromatic bitter taste. Only fit for use the second season. 
Pkt., lo cents; 0z., 50 cents. 
Rue. Perennial. The leaves are very bitter, generally used as a stimulant. Care should be exercised in its use. 
Do not allow to run to seed. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 25 cents. 
Saffron. Hardy Annual. ‘Cultivated for its flowers which are used for making cosmetic powder and in dyeing. 
Pkt., 5 cents; 0z., Zo cents. 
Sage. Hardy Perennial. Used for flavoring and dressing. Cut the leaves and tender shoots, just as the plant 
is coming into flower and dry quickly in the shade. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 20 cents. $2.50 per pound. 
Sorrel. Cultivated for its leaves which are used same as Spinach. Pkt... hr Gents ;OZ.. 20;cents. 
Summer Savory. WHardy Annual. The dried stems, leaves and flowers are used for flavoring, dressings and 
soups. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 20 cents. $1.50 per pound. 
Thyme. Hardy Perennial. Purple Flower. A medicinal and culinary plant. The leaves and tops are used 
in soups, and also in making a tea which is a great remedy for nervous headache. Pkt.,5 cents; oz. 30 
cents. Per pound, $4.00. 
Wormwood. Perennial. Strong, fragrant and aromatic, but very bitter. The leaves are used in tonics, etc. 
A dry soil is essential for this plant. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 20 cents. 
TOBACCO. § (Micotiana Tobacum.) 
A Pkt Oz,’ Lb: Pkts AOz: 165) Ub: 
Connecticut Seed Leaf .......05 .25 $2.50 | Havana... eipete ays) 5/230, 2-50 
TREE, SHRUB AND FRUIT SEEDS. 
pee Oz. Ly: Ae Oznub: Pkt Oza. 
Apple. 02. serie «© «t0 15 $0.50 Elm, American... . . .10 .30 $3.00 Pine, Black Austrian . .10 .20 $1.60 
Arbor Vitz, Am.: . . . .10 .30 2.00 Ein WS GOLCHIG c.,.z/0ce ot. sy 0) eae 10 .20. 1.50 Pine, Scotch ....... IO .20. 1.60 
AIG NVINGC 6 ies ol 12 hy de MM CIFADE Eaters 2 che cee raceO aCe aRGur | Mn Pais “ESMECEN? ation cela a) ats 10 .40 3.25 
Barberry. Hedgeshrub- .10 .15 1.00 Larch, European. ..+ .10 .20 1.25 Pine, White or Wey- 
BGGCie ie) 4).c0r4 0653 - bes Shes IO) «05, ~.60 Locust, Yellow. Hedge | IOC EN 2 0.56 oie este IO .30. 2.50 
Buckthorn Hedge shrub. .10 .15__ 1.20 SLIGO ge ae Sil an ok aon mela Lape rie) Oh geaelte Quince...... aeiell #1 LOR 252 OO 
Birch, White ...... .10 oa 1.50 Maple, Sugar ...... .10 .20 1.00 Spruce Norway...... a 20.80 
Cedar) Redes 2.0", 2026 c1074§- 100 Maple, Scarlet ... © .25 2.00 Strawberry.) wets 3 O «75 
BIRD SEEDS, MOCKING BIRD AND PARROT FOOD. 
Prices Variable. Subject to Market Fluctuation. 
Qt. Bush. Qt. Bush. Qt. Bush, 
Sicily Camary ...... . .10 $3.00 Sunflower . «ve sence. 15 $2.50 Bird Gravel. ......% « .10 
German Rape......... 10 2.50 WENN EUs s) «0c a skies Seat Ol 126 Parrot Food. Mixed... .. .10 $2.50 
polish RADON iors cu oh es ce 20 3.50 Mocking Bird Food. ’Pre- Unhulled Rice 3... 0)... .. 15 3.00 
Fla mM ad Fol onan tee Seat serene Lh (3750 pared for use; finest quality; Re‘ected Wheat. Best quality 
Henig Best quality. . ... .10 2.00 a food for all soft-billed birds. 1b. 25c for feeding. Market price. 
PRMWE se oltal ec vids Siete ste 6.440 Cuttle-Fish Bone. . . « . Per lb. 30 
