D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. 



Savory, Summ 



Aromatic, Medicinal and Pot Herbs— Continued 



SAFFRON (CaytJiamus tiuctorius) A hardy annual from Egypt, 

 that has become naturalized in many parts of the country. 

 Cultivated for its tiowers which are used in dyeing and to make 

 the cosmetic powder called rouge Pkt. oc; Oz. 10c; "■2 Oz. 30c: 

 ii Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00 



SAQE {Salvia ojficinalis) A hardy perennial possessing some 

 medicinal properties but cultivated principally for use as a 

 condiment, it bemg used more extensively than any other herb 

 for flavoring and dressing. 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 quaUty 

 Pkt. 5c; Oz. 16c; 3 Oz. 35c; ^ Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25 



SAVORY, SUMMER (Saiureia hortensis) A hardy annual the 

 dried stems, leaves and flowers of ^^•hich are extensive!}- used 

 for flavoring, particularly in dressings and soups Pkt. 5c; 

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



THYME (Thynuis 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 in some cases will relieve nervous headache. Sow 

 as early as the ground will permit Pkt. oc; Oz. 35c; 2 Oz. 60c; 

 JjLb. $1.00; Lb. $3.50 



WORMWOOD (Artemifsia absinthium) A perennial plant of 

 fragrant and spicy odor, but with intensely bitter taste. The 

 leaves are used as a tonic, vermifuge and as a dressing for 

 fresh bruises. It may be raised from seed, propagating by cut 

 tings or dividing the roots. A dry. poor soil is best adapted 

 to bring out the peculiar virtues of this plant. Pkt. 6c; Oz. 30c; 

 3 Oz. 35c: J* Lb. 60c; Lb. $3.00 



CLOVER SEEDS 



Prices of Clover subject to change 

 A i<* i<* f (Medicago sativa) It is useless 



Alraira, or Lucerne to sow this clover on land hav- 

 ing a stiff clay or hard pan subsoil, as the roots naturally 

 penetrate to a great depth and must do so if the plants 

 live any time. Sow on rich moist loam or sandy soil having 

 a deep, porous subsoil. Prepare the land thoroughly and 

 sow seed at the rate of fifteen to twenty five pounds per 

 acre with a broadcaster or grass seeder. Cover with a brush 

 or light harrow. The young plants are quite tender and the 

 land must be free of weeds until they become established 

 h Lb. 15c; Lb. 35c; for larger lots inquire for prices. 

 ft I .1 o j» i_ (Trifolium hybridum) The 



AlSlke, or OWedlsn most hardy of all clovers; per- 

 ennial On rich, moist soils it yields an enormous quantity of 

 hay or pasturage, but its greatest value is for sowing with 

 other clovers and grasses, as it forms a thick bottom and 

 greatly increases the yield of hay. cattle prefer it to any other 

 forage. The heads are globular,' fragrant and much liked by 

 bees which obtain a large amount of honey from them. Sow 

 in spring or fall, at the rate of six pounds per acre, when used 

 alone ^Lb. 15c; Lb. 35c; for larger lots inquire for prices. 





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Alsike, or Swedish Clover 



White Dutch Clover 



Crimson Trefoil, or Scarlet Italian iJcarna'- 



tum) An annual variety in common use in the south for 

 feeding green and for hay, and also found very profitable 

 on the sandy soils of New Jersey. The yield in fodder is im- 

 mense and after cutting, it at once conmiences growing again, 

 continuing until severe, cold, freezing weather. It grows 

 about one foot high: the roots are nearly black, leaves long; 

 blossoms long, pointed and of very deep red or carmine color 

 Makes good hay It is sown in August or September in the 

 south, but shoLfld not be planted in the north until spi'ing 

 Sow ten to fifteen pounds per acre, h Lb. 10c; Lb. 35c; 

 for larger lots inquire for prices. 

 n/f .1 » r» 1 (Trifolium pratense) 



Mammoth, or Large Ked Grows nearly twice 

 the size of the Common Red Clover, often making a stand 

 when the other clovers fail. Sow about eight to twelve pounds 

 per acre J^ Lb. 1 Oc; Lb. 30c; for larger lots inquire for prices. 

 »« !• i-» 1 ¥ (Trifolium pratense) This 



Medium Ked, or June is by far the most impor 

 tant of all the varieties for practical purposes Sow in spring 

 or fall and if no other grasses are used, at the rate of eight to 

 twelve pounds per acre; more is required on old, stifl: soils 

 than on new and lighter ones. % Lb. 10c; Lb. 30c; for larger 

 lots inquire for prices. 

 \¥ri .. i> «. L (Trifolium repens) A small, creeping 

 Wnite L^UtCn perennial variety valuable for pasturage 

 and for lawns. It accommodates itself to a variety of soils, 

 but prefers moist ground. Sow in spring at the rate of six 

 pounds per acre, or when used with other grasses, half that 

 amount. % Lb. 15c; Lb. 35c; for larger lots inquire for 

 prices. 



