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LARGE WHITE GLOBE. A variety grown ex- 

 clusively for feeding stock ; very productive ; in good 

 rich soil the roots will frequently grow to 12 pounds 

 in weight. Per pkt., i cts., oz., 7 cts., ^ lb., 15 cts., 

 lb , 50 cts. 



LONG WHITE COW HORN. This excellent 

 variety grows very quickly to good size; flesh white, 

 fine grained and sweet, tops small and spreading. It 

 keeps well and is esteemed by some as the best for 

 all culinary purposes. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 7 cts., J4 

 lb., 15 cts., lb., 50 cts. 



ROBERTSON'S GOLDEN BALL. It is the best 

 of the Yellows for a fall crop ; is very solid and of 

 good flavor ; flesh bright orange ; of a globe form, 

 and keeps well; an excellent table variety. Per pkt., 

 4 cts., oz., 7 cts., H lb., 15 cts., lb., 50 cts. 



YELLOW ABERDEEN. Though generally grown 

 for stock, it is really superior to many varieties 

 cultivated for table use. Bulb globular ; flesh tender 

 and sugary; a fine market variety . Per pkt., 4 cts., 

 OZ.J 7 cts.j J4 Ib.j 15 cts. lb, I 50 cf 



RUTA BAGA OR SWEDE 



TURNIP. 



The Ruta Baga, Swedish or Russian Turrup, is ex 

 tensively grown for a farm crop ; the roots are close- 

 grained, very hard, and will endure a considerable de- 

 gree of «old without injury. The roots are best pre- 

 served in a pit or cellar during the winter, and excellent 

 for the table early in spring. Sow from 20th of June 

 to the 20th of July in drills 2 feet apart, and thin out to 

 8 or 10 inches. 



IMPROVED AMERICAN. This variety is largely 

 grown in this country, both for the table and for 

 feeding stock ; flesh very solid ; fine quality ; keeps 

 well until summer. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz.^.8 cts., J4 

 lb., 15 cts., lb., 50 cts. 



CARTER'S IMPERIAL HARDY SWTCDE. A 

 most excellent sort for either table use or feeding 

 stock. Flesh yellow, solid, firm, sweet and rich. It 

 is a hardy sort, yields enormously, a good keeper, 

 and one of the best. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz.,8 cts., H 

 lb., 15 cts., lb., 50 cts. 



SKIRVING'S PURPLE TOP. This is a superior 

 variety, hardy and productive; flesh yellow, of solid 

 texture ; grows to a large size ; a very popu'ar sort 

 for market and field culture. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 8 

 cts., 14 lb., 15 cts., lb., 50 cts. 



SWEET GERMAJSI. This variety is very popular 

 among gardeners.' Shape smooth and regular, flesh 

 pure white, of extraordinary solidity, very sweet, 

 mild, well flavored ; retains its solidity and freshness 

 until spring; as a table variety must be classed among 

 the best, and should be largely cultivated. Per pkt., 

 5 <itSitJiz.\3 etsj J4 lb * 20 cts , Ib-i 60 cts. 



POT, MEDICINAL AND 

 SWEET HERBS. 



A few pot and sweet herbs (f OTflavorlng~s'oupe, 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 free 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 harvest them properly. 

 Do this on a dry day just before they come into full 

 blosom; dry qtiickly in the shade, pack close in dry 

 boxes to exclude the air entirely. 



Those marked with an * are perennial, and when 

 once obtained in the garden may be preserved for years 

 vnth little attention. 



ANISE. {Pimpinella Anisum.) Used for cordial, 

 garnishing and flavoring ; the seeds have an agreeable 

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



•ARNICA MONTANA. The flowers, leaves and roots 

 are employed, but the flowers are usually preferred. 

 A tincture prepared from the flowers is much used as 

 a domestic remedy in sprains, sores bruises, etc. It 

 is employed externally. Per pkt., 5 cts. 



*BALM. {Melissa Officinalis.) The leaves have a 

 fragrant odor, and are used for making a pleasant 

 beverage, known as Balm wine, also for Balm tea, for 

 use in fevers. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 20 cts. 



BASIL SWEET. Ocymum Basilicum. The leaves 

 are used for flavoring soups, stews and highly-season- 

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



BENE. {Sesamum Orientale.) A very useful herb 

 One or two of its leaves, when freshly gathered and 

 stirred into a pint of water, makes cue nf the most 

 efficacious drinks, given in moderate [quantities, in 

 caseof dysentery that can be used. Per pkt., 6 ct?., 

 oz., 25 cts. 



•CARAWAY. [Carum Carui.) Grown for the 

 seeds, which are extensively used for flavoring bread 

 pastry, soups, etc. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 10 cts., 14 2) 

 26 cts. 



CORIANDER. (Coriandrum Sativum.) The seeds 

 form an important article of commerce; they are 

 used in the manufacture of liquors, in confectionery 

 and a great number of culinary preparations. Per 

 pkt., 4 cts., oz., 10 cts., 14 lb., 25 cts., lb., 75 cts. 



DILL. {Aneihum Graveolens.) The -seeds have an 

 aromatic odor and warm, pungent taste. The are 

 usedas a condiment, and also for pickling with cucum- 

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

 cts., 14 lb., 25 cts., lb., Sl.OO. 



♦HOREHOUND. {Marrublum Vulgare.) This herb 

 is much Qsed for medicinal purposes. It is useful in 

 asthma and jaundice, and is a favorite remedy in pul- 

 monary complaints. It enters largely into the compo- 

 sition of cough syrups and lozenges. Per pkt., 4 cts., 

 oz., 25 cts. 



*HoP SEED. {Humulus Nupulus). A climbing plant 

 universally known by all. Per pkt., 5 eta., oz., 35 cts. 



♦HYSSOP. (Hyssopus Officinalis.) The leaves and 

 flower stocks are used medicinally; it is a stimulant 

 and expectorant, and employed in humoral asthma 

 and chronic catarrh. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 25 cts. 



♦LAVENDER. (Lavendula Vera.) 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 perfume 

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



MARJORAM SWEET. {Origamxim Marjoram.) 

 The leaves and the ends of the shoots are highly 

 esteemed for seasoning, both in summer and dried for 

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



♦ROSEMARY. {Bosemarinus Officinalis.) An aro- 

 matic, ornamental herb; the leaves are used for seas- 

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



SAFFRON. {Carthamus Tinctorius.) 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 cts. 



*SAGE BROAD-LEAVED. {Salvia Officinalis.) 

 It is cultivated principally for the leaves, which are 

 used both dry and green, as a seasoning for stuffings, 

 soups, meats and stews. It is also used for flavoring 

 in cheese making. Tea made from its leaves is an 

 excellent sudorific, causing profuse perspiration. 

 Per pkt., 5 cts-, oz., 15 cts. ^ lb., 50 cts., lb., $2. 



SUMMER SAVORY. {Satureia Hortensis). The 

 plant is quite aromatic, and has a pleasant odor. The 

 tops are used either green or dry, in stuffing fowls or 

 meats, also for salads and soups. Per pkt., 4 cts., oz., 

 20 cts. 



♦SWEET THYME. {Thyme Vulgaris). It is both 

 a medicinal and culinary herb. The young leaves 

 and tops are used for soup, dressing and sauce, either 

 green or dry. Thyme tea is a cure for nervous head- 

 ache. Per pkt,, 4 cts,, oz., 25 cts, 



SORREL, FRENCH. The leaves having an acid 

 taste, may be employed in salads ; it is used princi- 

 pally for soups, and is sometimes cooked as Kale or 

 Spinach. » It makes a good dish, and should be more 

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



♦WORMWOOD. {Artemisia Absinthium). Used 

 medicinally, and is beneficial for poultry; should be 

 planted in poultry yards. Per pkt., 5 cts., oz., 25 cts. 



Caraway Seed. For flavoring. Per oz., 5 cts., Ji lb., 

 15 cts., lb., 40 cts. 



