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Hardy White Winter Turnip 



TOBACCO 



Ger. Tabac. Fr. Tabac. 



One ounce ■will sOiv 30 feet square and prodttcc })lants 

 fot one acre. 



The seed should be sown very early in the spring, 

 as early as possible after the danger of frost is 

 over. A good plan is to burn a quantity of brush 

 and rubbish in the spring, on the ground intended 

 for the seed bed; then dig and thoroughly pul- 

 verize the earth and mix with ashes, after which 

 the seed may be sown and covered very lightly. 

 When the plants are about six inches high trans- 

 plant into rows 3% feet apart each way, and cul- 

 tivate thoroughly with plow and hoe. 

 An essay entitled "Tobacco Culture" by mail pre- 

 paid for 2") cts. 



PRIMUS. This early tobacco grows rap' 

 idly The leaves are large and long, fibre fine and 

 yields heavy crops of extra fine quality. The plants 

 stand up well; the leaves, somewhat close together. 

 Its early ripening, rendering the product less liable 

 to frost. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., ^4 lb. 60 

 cts., lb, ii:2.00. 



SWEET ORONOKO. This variety makes 

 the sweetest, best and most substantial "Fillers," 

 and makes, when sun-cured, the best natural chew- 

 ing leaf. The favorite for the "homespun" where- 

 ever known. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., i/4 lb. 60 

 cts., lb. $2.00. 



CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF. An old, 

 well-known variety Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 

 Va, lb. m cts., lb. $2.00. 



HAVANNA. Heavy cropper, delightful 

 flavor, fine texture, much used for cigar making. 

 Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts. 



Pot, Medicinal and Sweet Herbs 



A few pot and sweet herbs (for navonng soups, 

 meats, etc.) are indispensable to every garden, while 

 some of the medicinal herbs will also be found very 

 useful. Herbs in general love a mellow and fr( e 

 soil. Sow early in spring, in shallow drills, one foot 

 apart, and when well up thin out or transplant from 

 six to ten inches apart. Care should be taken to har- 

 vest them properly. Do this on a dry day just before 

 I hey come into full blossom; dry quickly in tlie 

 shade; pack close in dry boxes to exclude the air 

 entirely. 



Those marked with a * are perennial, and when 

 once ol)tained in the garden may be preserved for 

 years with little attention. 



ANISE. Used for cordial, garnishing 



and flavoring; the seeds have an agreeable aroma- 

 Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. jlO cts. 



leaves have a fragrant 

 used for making a pleasant bever- 

 balm wine, also for balm tea, for 

 Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 20 cts. 



used 



tic taste. 

 BALM. The 



odor and are 

 age known as 

 use in fevers. 



which 



pastry, 

 lb. 25 



is a favorite 



It enters largo- 

 syrups and loz- 



BASIL SWEET. The leaves are 

 for flavoring soups, and highly seasoned dishes. 

 Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 20 cts. 



CARAWAY. Grown for seeds, 



are extensively used for flavoring bread, 

 soups, etc. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 cts. 

 cts. 



CORIANDER. The seeds are used in the 

 manufacture of liquors, in confectionery, and a 

 great number of culinary preparations. Per pkt. 4 

 cts., oz. 10 cts., 1/4 lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



DILL. The seeds have an aromatic odor, 

 and warm, pungent taste. They are used as a 

 condiment, and also for pickling with cucumbers 

 to heighten the flavor. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 

 cts.. H lb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. 



*HOREHOUND. This herb 

 remedy in pulmonary complaints, 

 ly into the composition of cough 

 enges. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 



HYSSOP. The leaves and flower stalks 



are used medicinally; it is a stimulant and expec- 

 torant, and employed in humoral asthma and 

 chronic catanh. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 25 cts. 



*LAVENDER. It is cultivated for its 

 fragrant spikes of flowers which are used for the 

 distillation of Lavender Water. Being dried and 

 put up in paper, bags, they are also used to per- 

 fume linen. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts. 



MARJORAM SWEET. The leaves and 

 ends of the shoots are highly esteemed for season 

 ing, both in summer and dried for winter use. 

 P'T pkt. 5 cts.. oz. 20 cts. 



SAFFRON. The flower is the part used 

 medicinally, which should be picked while in full 

 bloom and dried for use. Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 



*SAG,E BROAD- LEAVED, The most ex- 

 tensively used of all herbs for seasoning and 

 dressing; indispensable. Per pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 

 cts.. Vx lb. 40 cts., lb. $1.50 



SUMMER SAVORY. The plant is aro- 

 matic The tops are used either green or dry, in 

 stuffing meats, also for salads and soups. Per pkt. 

 5 cts., oz. 20 cts. 



*SWEET THYME. A medicinal and cul- 

 inary herb. The j'oung leavos and tops are used 

 for soups, dressing and sauce, either green or dry. 

 Thyme tea is a cure for nervous headache. Per 

 pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 



SORREL FRENCH. The leaves, having 

 an acid taste, may be employed in salads; it is 

 used principally for soups, and is sometimes cook- 

 ed, as Kale or Spinach. It makes a good dish. 

 Per pkt. 4 cts., oz. 10 cts. 



*WORMWOOD. Used medicinally, and 

 is beneficial for poultry; should be planted in po 1- 

 trv yards. Per nkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 



CARAWAY SEED. For flavoring, 

 oz. 5 cts., % lb. 15 cts., lb 40 ct3. 



Per 



