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There are a vast number of varieties suitable for garden cultivation, those that 

 follow are among the most popular and most useful. They all .succeed in average 

 garden soil; they can be planted in the flower or vegetable garden. As stocks 

 of herbs are extremely limited we urge our customers to order early. 

 CATNIP. Used for seasoning, etc. Price, pot-grown plants, 35c each; 



SI. 00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 

 CHIVES. Prized for soups and seasoning; also makes an attractive border 

 plant. Price, clumps, 35c each; S1.00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 



LAVENDER. Grows about 18 inches high; produces an abundance of blue, 

 fragrant flowers. Price, pot-grown plants, 35c each; 



$1.00for3;$3.50-doz. 



MARJORAM, SWEET. ° ne °f the most pleasantly scented of all the 

 herbs; used in perfumes, also for seasoning. 

 Price, pot-grown plants, 35c each; $1.00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 



MINT (Spearmint) The popular green mint used for mint sauce, for 

 flavoring cold drinks, etc. Price, pot-grown plants, 

 30c each; 85c for 3; $3.00 doz. 



PARSLEY, EMERALD. A beautiful, brilliant green, curled variety; very 

 decorative; excellent flavor. Price, pot-grown 

 plants, 25c each; 65c for 3; $2.50 doz. 



ROSEMARY. A verv compact and dainty plant with fragTant foliage; used 

 in perfumes, seasoning, etc. Price, pot-grown plants, 

 35c each; $1.00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 



SAGE One of our most popular seasoning plants. Price, pot-grown plants, 

 30c each; 85c for 3; $3.00 doz. 



SAVORY. WINTER. O ne °f our most ornamental herbs. Very hardy, 

 suitable for border and edging; delicious in foods 

 and liqueurs. Price, pot-grown plants, 35c each; $1.00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 



TARRAGON, TRUE FRENCH. It makes the famous French Estragon 



Vinegar and is also used in perfumes, 

 confectionery, etc. Price, roots, 40c each; $1.10 for 3; $4.00 doz. 



THYME, BROAD-LEAVED. M "ch prized for seasoning; very attrac- 

 tive; used in rock gardens. Price, pot- 

 grown plants, 30c each; 85c for 3; $3.00 doz. 



WORMWOOD. A handsome, furry, gray- 

 leaved plant that is very orna- 

 mental and very hardy. It is used in medicines and 

 cookery. Price, pot-grown plants, 35c each; 



$1.00 for 3; $3.50 doz. 



Henderson's Garden Guide and Record con- 

 tains much information on the cultivation of 

 Herbs (50c per copy) . Sent free with' an order 

 amounting to $4.00 or over. 



VEGETABLE ROOTS 

 Rhubarb Roots 



MacDONALD. (New.) Developed by MacDon- 

 ald College of McGill University, Montreal, Canada. 

 It is a distinct improvement on the older types of 

 Rhubarb. The plants are' exceptionally vigorous, 

 and produce a large yield. The stalks are large, and 

 of a bright crimson color — very tender and of the 

 highest quality. Due to the bright crimson exte- 

 rior color of the stalks, sauces or pies made from 

 MacDonald Rhubarb have a most attractive rich 

 pink color. We can only supply roots of this variety. 



Price, Large Root Divisions, 60c each; 

 $6.00 dozen. 



St. Martin's. It is not only immensely produc- 

 tive, .but it is also one of the earliest and has a rich 

 spicy flavor. Price, 40c each; $4.00 per doz. 



Horse Radish Roots. Price, 60c per doz.; 

 $4.00 per 100. 



For Asparagus Roots see page 8. 



MAC DONALD 



Condensed Strawberry Culture 



Strawberries gr&w on al- 

 most any soil, but it is impor- 

 tant that it be well drained, 

 the soil should be first dug or 

 plowed, then spread with 

 three inches of rotted stable 

 manure, which should be dug 

 or plowed under, to mix it 

 with the soil. If stable ma- 

 nure cannot be had, commer- 

 cial fertilizer or bone meal 

 should be broadcast on the 

 dug or plowed ground, thick 

 enough to nearly cover it, 

 then harrowed or chopped in 

 with a fork, so that it is well 

 mixed with ihe soil to at least 

 six inches in depth. 



HOW TO PLANT. For 

 garden cultivation they may 

 be set in rows two feet apart, 

 the plants in the rows fifteen 

 inches apart; care being taken 

 to firm the soil around the 

 plant. For complete Cultural 

 Instructions send for pam- 

 phlet, "Culture of Garden 

 Fruits." 



The correct way to set out strawberry plants 



Too shallow 



Correct 



Too deep 



STARBRIGHT 



STRAWBERRY PLANTS 



These Strawberries were transplanted into cold frames in the fall, and if planted 

 out any time before May 10th, will, under proper conditions, fruit some in the 

 present year. 



Note. — The Strawberry plants offered in this catalog cannot be supplied after 

 May 10th. Our summer list of Pot-grown Strawberries is ready about June 

 I5th, and is mailed free to customers, or may be had upon application by mail. 



Henderson's Triumvirate of New Strawberries 



MAYTIME (Very Early, Perfect Flowering) 



This brand new introduction of the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture is the sweetest 

 and most attractive extra early strawberry that has ever been developed. In 

 size it is slightly smaller than Dorsett, but it makes up in prolificacy. The plant 

 develops a vigorous, healthy growth. , 



From the results obtained at various test plots, Maytime is highly acclaimed 

 for its extreme earliness, its high quality and its sweet and delicious flavor. 



Price, 85c doz.; $6.50 per 100. 



STARBRIGHT (Medium Early to Late) 



Developed by Dr. George M. Darrow, of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, 

 under whose direction were originated the popular varieties, Fairfax and Dorsett, 

 we believe that this new berry possesses everything that could be desired in a 

 garden fruit. It is beautiful in appearance, of fine form, extra large and uniform, 

 with a bright brilliant color that inspired its name. Its flavor is; however, its 

 chief attraction — a true rich strawberry flavor, with a sweetness that should 

 preclude the necessity of any additional sugaring. 



The plant is very vigorous, the foliage is deep rich green and leathery. 



Price, 85c doz.; $6.50 per 100. 



RED STAR (Very Late, Perfect Flowering) 



Commercial growers and home gardeners alike are demanding an extremely 

 late strawberry of good quality. From the commercial angle because very late 

 berries bring good prices; and, from the home gardener's standpoint because, 

 whetted appetites demand more and more delicious fruit. Extensive tests have 

 proven that Red Star is the latest variety in cultivation, surpassing all of the 

 popular late sorts. 



The berries average very large and are bright red and glossy. The plant makes 

 a luxuriant large growth. 



Price, 85c doz.; $6.50 per 100. 



Select Standard Strawberries 



DORSETT (Early to Mid-season, Perfect Flowering) 



The plants are vigorous, with deep rich green foliage, runners are produced in 

 abundance. The flowery stalks are strong, and the fruit is held well above the 

 ground. The beautifully molded, conically shaped, bright red berries are large 

 and uniform in appearance. ' ■ 



The outstanding merit of this berry, however, is not its size, or appearance, 

 but its delicious flavor. 



Price, 75c per doz.; $5.00 per 100. 



FAIRFAX (Early to Mid-season, Perfect Flowering) 



The plants are very hardy and disease resistant. The flpwer stalks are strong, 

 and produce quantities of perfect heavily pollened flowers that are larger than 

 most strawberry blossoms. The berries are very large, somewhat blunt in 

 shape, and bright red with prominent yellow seed. When over-ripe, the fruit 

 turns dark red but still retains its firmness and delicious flavor. 



Price, 75c per doz.; $5.00 per 100. 



PATHFINDER (Mid-season, Perfect Flowering) 



It is an ideal Strawberry for the home gardeD, because its texture is soft and 

 luscious. It also possesses a tantalizing aroma which bespeaks a delightful piquant 

 flavor. It is disease resistant and can be grown successfully in areas where the 

 Red Steele fungus is prevalent. 



Price, 75c doz.; $5.00 per 100. 



BLAKEMORE (Early, Perfect Flowering) 



Theidealstrawberryforthe Southern states, surpassing by far theirfd Mission- 

 ary variety. It is not recommended for cultivation north of Baltimore. 



Blakemore produces attractive fruit of medium size in great abundance. The 

 flesh is very firm, which makes it ideal for shipping. Its flavor is rich though 

 slightly taft. The plant is extremely vigorous and disease resistant. 



Price, 60c doz.; $4.00 per 100. 



CHESAPEAKE (Mid-season to Late, Pistillate) 



A splendid grower making just enough runners for a matted row. The plants 

 root deeply, are vigorous and healthy, with large foliage. One of the best in flavor, 

 shape, size, color and appearance. 



Price, 60c doz.; $4.00 per 100. 



Purchaser pays transportation charges on plants. If you wish your order sent by Parcel Post, please add 10% to value of 

 your order for shipments East of the Mississippi River, and 20% for points West of the Mississippi River. 



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