12 STECKLER SEED COMPANY, 
Inc. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 
Steckler’s Herbs 
Aromatic, Medicinal and Pot. 
ANISE. An annual, cultivated for its seeds and its leaves 
which have a fragrant, agreeable scent and a pleasant 
taste. 
Planted in Early Spring. 
MARJORAM. Biennial, the leaves are used in soups, the 
seeds in the manufacture of sausage, an aromatic of 
sweet flavor. 
BORAGE. Splendid leaves for flavoring. ROSEMARY. Seasoning (aromatic leaves). 
CARAWAY. Kuemmel. The seeds are useful for fia- RUE. For medicinal purposes; good for all fowls also. 
voring. 
SUMMER SAVORY. Flavoring. 
SAGE. Perennial, tea made from these leaves is an ex- 
cellent means of producing perspiration. 
SWEET BASIL. Annual, the leaves are used for highly 
seasoned dishes as well as in soups, stews and sauces. 
THYME. Perennial, Thyme tea is an excellent remedy 
for nervous headaches. 
Prices on above: Pkt. 10c, postpaid. 
STECKLER'S HORSERADISH (Roots) 
Culture—Planting time, Southern States. Spring, January to April, set 
out roots in rich moist, well prepared ground in rows 2% feet apart, set 
roots vertical small end down, top of root 1 to 2 inches below surface. Oul- 
tivate throughly until tops cover ground. Grown extensively by home 
gardeners as well as market gardeners. Dozen, 30c; 100, $1.25, postpaid. 
Not prepaid, $10.00 per 1000. 
STECKLER'S SIBERIAN KALE or BORECOLE 
Culture—Planting time, Southern States, Spring, March to September; 
Fall, October to January. One ounce will produce about 3000 plants. Grown 
both for a forage crop as well as for table use as greens. Sow and cultivate 
same as Cabbage to which family Kale belongs. About 90 days to edible 
condition. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 35c; lb. $1.00; 5 lbs. $4.00, postpaid. 
STECKLER'S KOHLRABI 
WHITE VIENNA. Culture—Planting time. Spring, January to April; 
Fall, September to December. One ounce will produce about 3000 plants. 
The bulb shaped root is used similar to turnip and leaves similar to cab- 
bage. Sow in light, rich soil in rows 1% feet apart, then thin to about 6 
inches apart in rows. Approximate time to edible condition, 65 days. 1%4 
lb. to the acre. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.75, postpaid. 
STECKLER'S LEEK 
Culture—Planting time. Spring, January to June; Fall, 
November. Plant 4 ounces to 150 feet of row. 
then transplant 6 inches apart in rows about 12 inches apart. 4 lbs. to the 
acre. Belongs to onion family and is used for flavoring stews and soups. 
Approximate time to edible condition is, Large London Flag 90 days. large 
Rouen, 80 days. Large Rouen slightly smaller in size than the London Flag. 
LARGE LONDON FLAG. Well known broad leaved leek is hardy. productive, of good quality.and extensively cultivated 
in this country. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1%, lb. 65c; lb. $2.00, postpaid. ial| 
LARGE ROUEN. Stems very thick but comparatively short. Leaves broad covered with whitish bloom. This winter 
sort stands a long time in condition for use. Pkt. 10c; oz. 25c; 1% lb. 65c; lb. $2.00, postpaid. 
Steckler's Lettuce 
Culture—Planting time, Southern States. 
CORIANDER. Annual, its tender leaves are usually used 
for soups and salads. 
DILL. Annual, it is cultivated for its seeds, which are 
used for medicinal purposes and for flavoring pickles. 
FENNEL. Perennial, tea is made from the seed and is 
an excellent remedy in case of colic and stomach 
complaints. : 
September to 
Also sown broadcast and 
Large Rouen Leek 
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Spring, January to June; Fall, September to November. Plant one ounce 
to 150 feet of row, 3 pounds to one acre. If planted during hot weather, soak seed for 2 hours in water, preferably on 
ice if convenient, and wrap in damp cloth. Keep for six days in damp cloth until sprouted, then plant. Ants very often 
carry away the seed before sprouting but this treatment stops it. If weather is cool and damp the above treatment is 
unnecessary. When sown direct, sow broadcast, when large enough to transplant, plant 10 inches apart in rows 1 foot 
apart. Approximate time to maturity is given after each variety. This varies with soil and climatic conditions. 
GRAND RAPIDS. 65 days. Nonheading, leaves crisp, light green, curled, fringed. Delightful flavor. Grown exten- 
sively in home gardens as well as by market gardeners under glass. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50; 5 Ibs. 
$6.00, postpaid. 
IMPROVED ROYAL CABBAGE. 
80 days. Forms large crisp, solid heads. Stands heat well, especially desirable for 
Southern gardeners. 
Only variety planted in summer. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50, postpaid. 
ICEBERG. 70 days. Heading, curled, medium size, crisp, green fringed leaves enclosing crisp white interior. A very 
popular variety. Very popular for shipping and table use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; % lb. 40c; lb. $1.25; 5 lbs. $5. 00, 
postpaid. 
LARGE SALAMANDER. 75 days. Heading, very large, light green com- 
pact, often weighing from 2 to 3 pounds. Stands heat and drought well. 
Excellent for shipping. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 50c; lb. $1.50; 5 Ibs. 
$6.00, postpaid. 
CHICKEN LETTUCE. We highly recommend this for chickens or rabbit 
feeding, very productive, when cut, starts right in to grow again. This 
variety of lettuce does not head but sends up stalks 3 to 4 feet Pee 
Heavily leaved which can be pulled off like Kale. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; Y% Ib. 
40c; Ib. $1.25; 5 lbs. $5.00, postpaid. 
ROMAINE or PARIS WHITE COS. 70 days. Loose spoon shaped leaves, 
loose heads. Bleached by tying up leaves. Delightful tasting, an excellent 
variety both for market gardeners and home gardens. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 
Y, Ib. 40c; lb. $1.25; 5 Ibs. $5.00, postpaid. 
STECKLER’S SELECTED BIG BOSTON. 70 days. Extra large, round, 
very firm, light green heads. Majority of market gardeners as well as 
home gardeners in South are growing this variety for shipment and table 
use. Pkt. 5c; oz. 15c; 144 lb. 40c; lb. $1.00; 5 lbs. $4.00, postpaid. 
STECKLER’S NEW YORK WONDERFUL. 80 days. Crisp, large heads, 
dark green colored leaves. Produces most compact heads, the best and 
most popular variety on the market, often marketed as Improved Iceberg. 
Excellent for shipping. Pkt. 5c; oz. 20c; %4 lb. 50c; lb. $1.50; 5 Ibs. 
$6.00, postpaid. 
Steckler’s New York Wonderful 
