TURNIP, WHITE GLOBE} 
Swede or 
Russian Turnip 
CULTURE—same as Turnip. 
RUTA BAGA 
950 IMPROVED LONG ISLAND 
Long Island Improved has been bred from the American 
Purple Top, over which it is a great improvement. It is much 
larger, has no neck, and is a remarkably good keeper; the 
flesh is rich yellow, and of fine quality. Season 100 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; 14 Ib., 75c:1h., $1.75. 
948 LAURENTIAN 
This outstanding purple top variety was introduced from 
Canada. The roots are clean and well shaped. The flesh is light 
yellow, fine grained, and of excellent quality. It is a good 
keeping variety. Season 100 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; 14 Ib., 80c; Ib., $2.00. 
Our Pamphlet, ‘‘Garden Culture of Root Crops,’’ tells 
how to grow Turnip and Ruta Baga. Sent on request. 
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TURNIP 
CULT URE—Sow the early varielies in April or 
May in drills from fifteen to eighteen inches apart 
and thin out from four to six inches in the rows. For 
@ succession sow al two-week intervals until the last week in May for early 
crop, and in July or August for fall crop, at which season they grow best. 
One oz. to 150 feet of drill. 
Approximate maturity dates are given in the variety descriptions 
Recommended for Quick Freezing 
927 LARGE WHITE GLOBE 
A large white globe-shaped variety. Tops large, cut leaved; roots 
large, globular, 4 to 5 inches in diameter or greater, entirely white; 
flesh white, firm, moderately coarse in texture. Season 75 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 Ib., 60c; Ib., $1.75. . 
922 EARLY WHITE MILAN 
An extra early variety of rapid growth with entirely white roots 
.and very small leaves. Ready in 40 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 14 Ib., 60c; Ib., $1.75. 
% 930 PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE 
A large, globe-shaped variety. The upper surface of the bulb 
is reddish purple, the lower part is white. It has a small, smooth 
root and medium-sized tops. The flesh is pure white, crisp, very 
fine and is one of the best sorts to store for winter. Recommended 
for fall crop. Ready in 55 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c; 4 Ib., 90c; Ib., $2.00. 
YELLOW-FLESHED VARIETIES 
926 GOLDEN BALL 
A very distinct variety, and the finest yellow-fleshed sort for 
family use. It grows a very shapely bulb, medium in size, almost 
round, very smooth, and quite free from side roots. The skin is 
pale yellow, the flesh deep yellow throughout, and so fine in texture 
as to earn the name “Orange Jelly.” Sown in July it gives a very 
satisfactory crop in early fall, and can be stored and used during 
the winter. Ready for use in 60 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 Ib., 60c; Ib., $1.75. 
940 YELLOW GLOBE 
A_yellow-fleshed, globe-shaped variety, of large size; a splendid 
winter-keeper; excellent for both table and stock. Season 75 days. 
Price, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 Ib., 60c; lb., $1.75. 
934 SEVEN TOP 
Grown exclusively for turnip tops, or ‘‘greens.”’ 
Pkt., 10c; 0z.; 25c; 24 lb, 75c; Ib: $1575° 
HERBS Sweet Pot and Medicinal 
ANISE. Pimpinella Anisum. One of the oldest and best known herbs, being 
a native of Asia Minor and Egypt. It is a rapid growing annual. Anise is 
an herb of many uses, besides being the base of the famous cordial Anisette. 
It is used for garnishing and flavoring in cooking and baking. Anise also 
possesses certain medicinal properties, and is used in perfumes. 
Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.00 
BORAGE. Borago Officinalis. A popular annual herb of many uses. It 
develops into an attractive plant about 18 inches high and is covered with 
small bright blue flowers which are attractive. to bees and result in an excel- 
lent fine flavored honey. The upper leaves and flowers are used in salads and 
the lower leaves are cooked and used as spinach. It is also grown extensively 
for the manufacture of cordials............-....-+-+- Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.00 
959 CARAWAY. Carum Carui. This is a biennial herb that is frequently grown 
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asanannual. The roots are eaten asa vegetable, the leaves for garnish and in 
salads, and the seeds are much used in confectionery, baking and cheese mak- 
ing. Oil is distilled from the seed for the making of Kuemmel and it also 
has various: medicinal” uses; « <ocicin- «sis ve eeies cle siecle Pkt., 25c; oz., 80c 
CATNIP. Perennial. The green or dried leaves are used for making teas 
for nervous headaches. Also an excellent tonic for cats and other animals. 
Pkt., 25c 
CHIVES. Allium Schoenoprasum. A low growing perennial herb that 
develops into thick grass like tufts. The mildly onion-flavored leaves are 
excellent when used in salads, soups, etc. The oftener the leaves are cut, the 
more Vigorous the plants seem to grow. .Pkt., 25e; 14 oz., $1.50; oz., $2.50 
CORIANDER. Coriandrum Sativum. An annual herb grown principally 
for its seed which has many uses. When crushed they are used as a condi- 
ment, also an ingredient in curry powder and mixed spices. The oil distilled 
from the seed is used in liqueurs and toilet water...... Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.00 
DILL. Anethum Graveolens. A well known annual herb with feathery 
foliage. The plant grows about two feet high and produces an abundance of 
aromatic seed which is used-in pickies, preserves, soups and sauces. 
. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 Ib., 75c; Ib., $2.00 
HOREHOUND. Marrubium Vulgare. A hardy perennial that is grown 
primarily for its medicinal value, for which purpose the leaves are gathered 
and dried slowly, just before the plants are ready to start flowering. Pkt., 25c 
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HYSSOP. For medicinal purposes...-...........- Pkt., 25c$ oz., $2.00 
ROSEMARY. Used for seasoning.........-.--..--- Pkt., 25c; oz., $3.50 
LAVENDER. A popular aromatic herb, emitting a delightful perfume. 
Pkt., 25c; oz., $3.50 
SAGE. Salvia Officinalis. When grown in a well-drained soil, this popular 
perennial herb will thrive in most gardens. Many uses are ascribed to the 
leaves, not only for culinary purposes, but also in the forin of teas for me- 
dicinal use. The leaves can either be used green or dry and powdered. 
Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.50 | 
SWEET MARJORAM. The leaves and shoots are used for seasoning. 
Pkt., 25c; oz., $2.00 
SUMMER SAVORY. Satureia Hortensis. Bohnenkraut. An annual sweet 
herb that is highly desirable in the garden for the sweet fragrance which the 
plant emits. The young leaves and tips can be used either fresh or dried in 
stuffings, soups and meat cookery. It is also a favorite with many people for 
flavoring) beans (5 .ss Secor ce elevicleetriaetiersicleteicton Gre oinieve ere iters Pkt., 25c 
SWEET BASIL. Ocymum Basilicum. The popular Basilico Napolitano 
of the Italians. It is an easily grown annual and grows into an attractive 
compact plant about one foot high. The leaves are very aromatic and give off 
an agreeable perfume. It is used for seasoning soups, stews and sauces. 
Desirable medicinal qualities are also ascribed toit...,.......... Pkt., 25c 
SWEET FENNEL. Foeniculum Vulgare. A biennial usually grown as an 
annual. A favorite aromatic herb with tall ‘shining stems and feathery 
foliage. The leaves are used in sauces and for garnishing. The seeds are em- 
ployed in confectionery, for flavoring liqueurs and for making tea which is 
said to possess medicinal properties.... - SACIDED SAO COUnOe Pkt., 15c; oz., 60c 
THYME, BROAD-LEAVED. Thymus Vulgaris. One of the most popu- 
lar herbs, unexcelled for seasoning...........-.+..++ Pkt., 25c; oz., $2.50) 
WORMWOOD. For flavoring and liqueurs.........Pkt., 25; oz., $2.50 
TOBACCO 
851 CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF. Best adapted to the 
Northern States. Attractive leaves of choice texture. Excel- 
lent for cigars. 
Price, pkt., 15c; 0z., $1.00; 14 Ib., $2.50. 
855 HEE NES (Domestic). An early variety with fine large 
eaves. : 
Price, pkt., 15c; oz., $1.00; 4 lb., $3.00. 
856 IMPROVED WHITE BURLEY. Produces heavy yields of 
rich bright leaves. 
Price, pkt., 15c; 0z., $1.00; % lb., $3.00. 
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