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Aromatic^ Medicinal and Pot Herbs— Continued 



RUE (Ruta. graveolens) A hardy perennial with a pecu- 

 liar, unpleasant 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 injury. It must not be 

 suffered to run to seed and does best on poor soil. 

 Pkt. 5c; Oz. 25c; 2 Oz. 40c; V4 Lb. 75c; Lb. $2.50 



SAFFRON {Carthamus tinctorius) A hardy annual. Culti- 

 vated for its flowers which are used principally for 

 coloring, sometimes for flavoring and to make the cosmetic 

 powder called rouge. The flowers should be picked while 

 in full bloom. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; V4 Lb. 40c; 

 Lb. $1.25 . 



SAGE (Salvia offlcinalis) One of the most extensively 

 used herbs for seasoning. It is also believed to possess 

 medicinal properties. Hardy perennial, about fifteen to 

 eighteen inches high. 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; Va Lb. 40c; 

 Lb. $1.25 



SAVORY, SUMMER (Satureia hortensis) A hardy aro- 

 matic annual twelve to fifteen inches high, the dried 

 stems, leaves and flowers of which are extensively used 

 for seasoning, especially in dressings and soups. Pkt. 5c; 

 Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; 1/4 Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25 



THYME (Thymus vulgaris) An aromatic perennial herb, 

 eight to ten inches high, used principally for seasoning. 

 Sometimes the leaves are used to make a tea for the 

 purpose of relieving nervous headache. Sow as early as 

 the ground will permit. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 45c; 2 Oz. 85c; 

 V4 Lb. $1.50; Lb. $4.50 



WORMWOOD (Artemisia 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 cuttings or dividing the roots. A dry, 

 poor soil is best adapted to bring out the peculiar virtues 

 of this plant. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 25c; 2 Oz. 40c; V4 Lb. 75c; 

 Lb. $2.50 



Savory, Summer 



Prepare the land thoroughly and sow seed at the 

 arrass seeder. Cover with a b 



rush or light harrow, 

 established. 14 Lb. 1 5c; 



CLOVER SEEDS 



Prices of Clover subject to change 



A If <> If a AH* I ii^A«>nA i^^dif^ff-QO sativa) It is useless to sow this clover on land having a stiff clay or hard pan subsoil, 

 /Viraira) or LiUCerne 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. Prepj - - - . - 

 rate of fifteen to twenty-five pounds per acre with a broadcaster or grass 



The young plants are quite tender and the land must be free of weeds until they become 

 Lb. 45c. postpaid; for larger lots inquire for prices. 



A I .| J» 1_ ■ (TrifoUum hybridum) The most hardy 



AlSlke, or OWeaiSn of all clovers; perennial. On rich, 

 moist soil 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 the seed in spring or fall, at the rate of six pounds per 

 acre, when used alone. Vi Lb. 15c; Lb. 40c. postpaid; for larger lots 

 inquire for prices. 

 g-i » T" C *\ O lj.fj.1* (TrifoUum, incarna- 



Crimson 1 refoil, or Scarlet Italian tum) An annual va- 

 riety 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 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 until spring. Sow ten to fifteen 

 pounds per acre. Vi Lb. 15c; Lb. 40c. postpaid; for larger lots 

 inquire for prices. 

 jkM .1 f D J (TrifoUum pratense) Grows 



IVlammOtn, or L.arge Ked 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. ^4 Lb. 15c; Lb. 45c. 

 postpaid; for larger lots inquire for prices. 

 %ll J» o J ¥ (TrifoUum pratense) This is by far 



Medium Ked, or June the most important of all the va- 

 rieties 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 lighter ones. 14 Lb. 15c; 

 Lb. 45c. postpaid; for larger lots inquire for prices. 

 IX/U'j. r\ 4. U (TrifoUum repens) A small, creeping perennial 

 Wnite LIUtCn 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. Vi Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. postpaid; for 

 Alsike, OR Swedish Clover larger lots inquire for prices. 



