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Coriander {Coriandrum sativuni). A hardy anuual, 

 cultivated for its seed which has an agreeable taste, and is 

 used in confectionery, and to disguise the taste of medicine. 

 Sow early in the spring, and gather on a dry day, bruising 

 the stems and leaves as little as possible, for when injured 

 they have a disagreeable odor, which they impart to the seed. 

 Pkt. oc; Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; 3^ Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 



Coriander for flavoring, oz. lOc; 2 Oz. I5c; 



3^ Lb. 20c; Lb. 50c. 



Dill (Anethum graveolens). An annual cultivated for its 

 seed which has an aromatic odor, and a warm, pungent 

 taste. It is good for flatulence and colic in infants. It is 

 sometimes added to pickled cucumbers to heighten the flavor. 

 Sow early in spring, and keep clear of weeds. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 

 2 Oz. 15c; H Lb, 20c; Lb. 60c. 



Fennel, Sweet (Foeniculum officinale). A hardy per- 

 ennial. The leaves are largely used in soups, fish sauces, 

 garnishes and salads. The seed is sometimes used in confec- 

 tionery. Sow and cultivate like Anise. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 

 2 Oz. 2pc; H Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00 



Horehound (MarruMum vulgare). A perennial herb, 

 with a strong, aromatic smell, and a bitter, pungent taste. It 

 is a tonic, and enters largely into the composition of cough 

 syrups and lozenges. Will thrive in any soil, but is stronger 

 if grown on light, poor land. Pkt. 5c.; Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; 

 %Lb. 60c; Lb. $2.00 



Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis). A hardy perennial with 

 an aromatic flavor, and warm, pungent taste. It is a stimu- 

 lant and 'expectorant and is used in asthma and chronic ca- 

 tarrh. The flowering summits and leaves are the parts used. 

 It does best on a dry, sandy soil. The plants should be thinned 

 to twelve inches apart. Pkt. 5c; Oz.25c; 2 Oz. 40c; 3^ Lb, 7 5c; 

 Lb. $2.25 



Lavender (Lavendulavera). A hardy perennial, grow- 

 ing about two feet high. It is used for the distillation of 

 lavender water, or dried and used to perfume linen. It does 

 best in light, warm soil. It should be picked before it becomes 

 dry and hard, and dried quickly. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c: 

 3^Lb. 40C; Lb. $1.25. 



riarjoram, ^weet {Origanum ntarjorana')- A peren- 

 nial plant, but not hardy enough to endure the winter of the 

 north. The young, tender tops are used green for flavoring, 

 or they may be dried for winter use. Sow in drills as early 

 as possible, and thin out the plants to ten inches apart. 



Pkt. 5c; Oz. 16c; 2 Oz. 25c; H Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25. 



Rosemary CRosmarinus officinalis). A hardy perennial 

 with fragrant odor, and a warm, aromatic, bitter taste. May 

 be easily raised from seed, but does not reach a size fit for use 



until the second season. The dried leaves deteriorate rapidly 

 with age. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 50c; 2 Oz. 85c; h Lb. $1.50; Lb. 

 $5.00. 



Rue QRuta graveolens}. A hardy perennial with a pecu- 

 liar smell. The leaves are bitter, and so acrid as to blister the 

 skin. It is a stimulant and anti-spasmodic, but must be used 

 with great caution, as its use sometimes results in serious in- 

 jury. It must not be suffered to run to seed, and does best on 

 poor soil. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; h Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.50. 



Saffron (Carthamus tinctorius). A hardy annual from 

 Egypt, that has become naturalized in many parts of the 

 country. Cultivated for its flowers, which are used in dyeing, 

 and to make the cosmetic powder called rouge. 



Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; ^ Lb. 60c; Lb. $2.00. 



Sage (Salvia officinalis}. A hardy perennial possessing 

 some medicinal properties, but cultivated principally for use 

 as a condiment; it being used more extensively than any other 

 herb for flavoring and dressing. Sow early in spring (four to 

 five pounds per acre in drills) on very rich ground, cultivate 

 often and thin the plants ^to sixteen inches apart. Cut the 

 leaves and tender [shoots just as the plant is coming into 

 flower, and dry quickly in the shade. The plants will survive 

 the winter, and may be divided. If this is done they will give 

 a second crop superior in quality. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; 

 hU). 40c; Lb. $1.50. 



Summer Savory {Satureia hortensis}. A hardy an- 

 nual, the dried stems, leaves and flowers of which are exten- 

 sively used for flavoring, particularly in dressings and soups. 

 Culture the same as that of Sweet Marjoram. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 

 10c; 2 Oz. 20c; h Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00. 



Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare). A hardy perennial plant 

 from Europe, but grows wild in many parts of this country. 

 The leaves, when green, have a peculiar, aromatic odor, which 

 they lose in drying. Cultivated for its medicinal properties 

 which are those common to bitter herbs. Pkt. 6c; Oz. 30c; 

 2 Oz. 55c; h Lb. $1.00; Lb. $3.00. 



Thyme (Thymus vulgaris). This herb is perennial, and 

 is both a medicinal and culinary plant. The young leaves and 

 tops are used for soups, dressing and sauce; a tea is made 

 from the leaves which is a great remedy in nervous headache. 

 Sow as early as the groimd will permit. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 

 2 Oz. 35c; % Lb. 60c; Lb. $2.00. 



iVormwOOd (Artemisia absinthium'). A perennial 

 plant of strong and fragrant odor, and aromatic, but intense- 

 ly bitter taste. The leaves are used as a tonic and vermi- 

 fuge, and as a dressing for fresh bruises. Is raised from seed 

 and propagated by cuttings, or dividing the roots. A dry, 

 poor soil is best adapted to bring out the peculiar virtues of 

 this plant. Pkt. 6c; Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; ^ Lb. 60c; Lb. $1.75. 



DEOIDUOUS TREE SEEDS 



It is very essential to sow the seeds of deciduous trees at the proper time. Those with hard shells like the locusts 

 should be planted in the fall or placed in boxes with sand, and exposed to frost before planting, otherwise they may lie in 

 the ground from one to three years without sprouting. If too late in the spring to expose them to the action of the frost, 

 pour water which is nearly boiling over the seeds and let it stand till cool, when a poi'tion of the seed will have swollen; pick 

 these out and scald the rest again, continuing till all have swollen. 



The seed of the other deciduous trees on our list should be planted from the middle of April to the middle of May, in 

 drills about two feet apart, and covered to the proper depth, or about twice the diameter of the seed. 



Ash, European (Fraxinus exceZ.sior).— Succeeds best 

 in rather a warm climate; thrives upon the plains in deep soils, 

 but does poorly on stiff clay or light sandy soils. Its timber 

 is valuable in carriage making and manufacturing. About 600 

 seeds per ounce. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; % Lb. 20c; Lb, 60c 



Ash, White (Fraxmtts^wie>-icana).— Requires a moist, 

 deep soil, on which it will grow very rapidly. It deserves 

 special attention from those who wish to grow trees for tim- 

 ber. Succeeds best from seed, which should be planted like 

 corn, where the trees are to stand, but not over an inch in 

 depth. When grown singly it is very ornamental, forming a 

 large, round head. About 1,200 seeds per ounce. Oz. 10c; 

 2 Oz. 15c; % Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c 



Birch, White (Betula aZ6a).— Valuable for ornamental 

 planting and a favorite wood for shoe pegs, spools, bobbins 

 and similar small articles. The birch does best in a cool, humid 

 climate, and is readily propagated from seed. The seed thrives 

 best on new ground. It scarcely admits of any covering, but 

 will grov/ if simply pressed into the ground with the feet. 

 When one year old, transplant into nursery rows. When two 

 or three feet high, set out the young trees where they are to 

 remain. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; h Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c 



Larch, European (Larlx Europoea).— Grows to a large 

 size and makes excellent timber. The seed should be sown 

 in a half shady situation. Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; ^ Lb. 40c; 

 Lb. $1.25 



Linden, European (TiUa Europcea).— wood very 

 white, light, not liable to crack, and much prized for cabinet 

 work, and the panels of carriages. It should be planted 

 by all bee keepers, as no flower yields better honey nor 

 in greater abundance, 

 Lb. 76c 



Locust, Honey {Oleditschia triacanthos).— On account 

 of its rapidity of growth and durability of the timber, we 

 regard this as one of the most valuable of our native trees. 

 It is not so liable to injury by the borer as the common 

 Locust, and does not sprout from the root to such an extent 

 as to become troublesome. The seed should be treated with 

 hot water, otherwise it might lie in the ground from one to 

 three years without sprouting. Take up and heel in or cover 

 the plants in the fall, and set out the next spring. After one 

 or two seasons' growth, they become perfectly hardy. About 

 2,800 seeds per pound. Oz.lOc; 2 Oz. 15c; %Lb.20c; Lb.60c 



Locust, Yellow (RoMnia pseudo-acacia).— This tree 

 grows so rapidly that railroad ties may be cut from it ten 

 years from the planting of the seed, while the durability of 

 its timber is well known; fence posts of it having stood for 

 sixty years. Culture same as for Honey Locust. One ounce 

 contains about 1,000 seeds. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 16c; % Lb. 20c; 

 Lb. 50c 



flulberry, Russian of rapid growth, resembling the 

 apple tree in habit, with a grayish bark and drooping 

 branches. It is very easily cultivated and kept in dwarf form ; 

 makes a fine hedge and wind break. It bears very young, 

 and the fruit is similar to the blackberry, varying in flavor 

 from sub-acid to sweet. In cold regions especially, this 

 should prove a very valuable variety for its timber, shade and 

 fruit. About 20,000 seeds per ounce. Oz. 25c; 2 Oz. 40c; 

 %Lb. 75c; Lb. $2.50 



Mulberry , White (Motus alba). —Desirable for feeding 

 silk worms. Grows readily and rapidly from seed, which 

 should not be covered too deep, as it is quite small. It de- 

 lights in a warm, dry soil, and will succeed in almost any 



warm, 

 Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 16c; % Lb. 25c; place that will produce a good corn crop. Oz. 20c; 2 Oz.86c: 



% Lb. 60c; Lb. $2.00 



