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



Hromatic^ jMedicinal 



and pot Ticvhs £2i^ii^Ej^ 



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 dye- 

 ing and to make the cosmetic powder called rouge. Pkt. 6c: 

 " ^' ~ ~ ~~ - -- -- ; Lb. $1.-- 



Oz 



Sage 



lOc; 2 Oz. 20c; % Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00 



{Salvia officinalis). A hardy perennial possessing some 



Summer Savory. 



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 wiS survive the win- 

 ter and may be divided. If this is done they will give a second 

 crop superior in quality. Pkt. 5c; 0& 16c; 2 Oz. 26c; 

 3^ Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25 



dimmi>r Qavtf\r%r CSatureia hortensis). A hardy annual, 



^UllllllCI oavuiy the dried stems, leaves and flowers of 



which are extensively 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. ^l.OO 



Tflin^V (Tanacetum vulgar e). A hardy perennial plant from 

 1 ailsy 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. 65c; 3^ Lb. $1.00; Lb. $3.00 

 ThvmP (Thymus vxilgaris). This herb is' perennial, and is 

 liiyillC 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. 6c.* 

 Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 36c; ^ Lb. 60c; Lb. $2.00 

 Wnrmwnnrl i^t'teviisia absinthium'). A perennial plant 

 TTUllllWUUU of strong and fragrant odor and aromatic, but 

 intensely bitter taste. The leaves are used as a tonic and ver- 

 mifuge and as a dressing for fresh bruises. It may be raised 

 from seed, propagated by cuttings or dividing the roots, 

 A dry, poor soil is best adapted to bring out the peculiar virtues 

 of this plant. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 20z.35c; 3^Lb.60c; Lb. $1.75 



CI^OVBR SBBDS 



There are no plants so valuable for fertilizers as the Clovers. They have the faculty of absorbing nitrogen from the air 

 and also of rendering available much of the inert plant food of the soil. Their long, powerful tap roots penetrate to a great 

 depth, loosen the soil, admit air and by their decay add immensely to the fertility of the soil. 



Prices of Clover subject to change. The pound prices 

 include postage; 100 pound prices are by freight or express, 

 at purchaser's expense. 



Alf alfa^ or Lucerne (Medicago sativa). it is use- 

 less to sow this clover on land having a stiff clay or hard pan 

 sub-soil, 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 sub-soil. 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. 10c; Lb. 30c; 100 Lbs. at market 

 price. 



Bokhara (MeUlotusalba) Sweet Clover. This is exceed- 

 ingly valuable as pasturage for bees. It is occasionally found 

 growing wild by the roadside in company with the more com- 

 mon sweet clover {Melilotus officinalis), and may be distin- 

 guished from it by its white flowers and less coarse and more 

 leafy stems. ^ Lb. 15c; Lb. 40c. 



Alsike, or Swedish (TrifoUum hybridum). The 

 most hardy of all clovers; perennial. 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. 10c; 

 Lb. 35c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 



Crimson Trefoil, or Scarlet Italian ^Trifo- 



Hum incarnatum}.— 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 immense and after cutting, it at once commences 

 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 a very deep red or 

 carmine color. Makes good hay. It is sown in August or 

 September in the south, but should not be planted in the 

 north imtil spring. Sow ten to fifteen pounds per acre. 



^ Lb. 10c; Lb. 25c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 



Mammoth, or Large Red cTrifoUum pratense). 



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. Lb. 30c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 



Medium Red, or Junt (Tri/oUum pratenseX This is 

 byfarthemoit important of fell 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, stiff soils than on new and hghter ones. 



Lb. 26c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 

 Mfhite Dutch (TrifoUum repens). A small, creeping 

 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. 20c; 

 Lb. 60c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 



Clover, Crimoom Tresoh., 



