Li L. MAY (Si CO. 
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Florists, N\jrs«rymen 
and Seedsmen 
if 
St. Paul. Minn. «» 
Garlic. 
GARLIC. 
The Garlic is the 
most |)unKt'nt in taste 
and has the slronsest 
odor of all the onion 
family. It is larjrdy 
used in the south of 
Europe, where it is cs- 
teenu-d for flavorins 
soui)S. stews, etc. The 
r(K>t or bulb is com- 
Ijosed of many small 
bulbs, ealle<l ■'cloves," 
which are planted in 
sprinsr. Bulbs, per lb. 
30c, postpaid. 
Ornamental Gourds. 
GOURDS. 
T -NT^.,* r?^^ These exactly resemble the CKKSof hens. 
Japanese JNeSt rLgg- maklnK a capital nest ckk: supermr to 
glass CKKS. as they do not break. The plant is a rapid growing climber. PKt. 
10c, oz. 25e, '4 lb. 75c. ^ , . , 
ri T-i U Verv useful for baskets, dishes, buckets, etc. 
OUgar 1 rough. Thcv- have hard, thick shells, lasting for years 
and capable of holding from two to ten gallons each. Pkt. 10c, OZ. -SOC, A 
lb. 60c. 
D- „ ^ - Named for its resemblance to a dipper. The capacity varies 
ipper. from a pint K. a .mart, with hamUes six to tweh-.Mnchejj long. 
They a^e convenient for dipping hot liquids, etc. Pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, V* lb. 60c. 
D- U 1^*U T ,,«o A natural dishcloth, and a most lul- 
ISnClOtn or i-iUna. mirabU- one is furnished by the pwuliar 
lining of this fruit, which is sponge-like.ixirous. elastic, and durable. Pkt. lOc, 
OZ. S5c. . , 
FlV/r- J r\ ^^.^t^} A c-ollection of the most oma- 
ine Mixed Urnamental. mentals, beautifully colore<l, 
mottled and striped, as shown in above cut. Pkt. 10c, 2 pkts. 25c, oz. 40c. 
HERBS, Pot. Sweet and Medicinal 
Save a corner of the garden for a few aromatic herbs. They thrive nicely 
along the sunny side of the garden fence, and they will require a deep and 
fairlvr 'h soil. Thyme, Savory and Sage are great additions to many soups 
and stews. C-ut them iiist before they bloom on a bright, sunny day, tie them 
in bunches and hang them up to dry. 
Anise, uswl for flavoring. A well known annual 
Balm, very fragrant, odor similar to lemons 
Basil, sweet, for soups and stews. ■ ■ ■ 
Borage, excellent for bees, also used as a pot herb 
Caraway, for flavoring purposes ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ L, " V " V " ' 
Coriander, grown for its seeds, winch have an agreeable taste... 
Dill, used in soups and sauces, pungent taste 
Fennel, sweet, ornamental, used in confectionery • • 
Horchound, used medi< inally, will thrive in any soil 
Lavender, aromatic 
Rosemary, aromatic, fragrant odor 
Rue. used for medicinal purposes 
Siflfron. medicinal properties 
Sage, used in sausage, etc • 
Summer Savory, for seasoning, dressing and soups 
Sweet Marjoram, flavoring, not hardy at the north 
Wormwoml. used mc<licinally. strong, fragrant o<lor.. 
Thyme, (true broad-leaved English) 
Pkt. 
Oz. 
to.os 
$0.15 
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Horse-Radish 
Kohl-Rabi 
Large Green. 
HORSE-RADISH. 
Sets nlanteil in May. small en<i down, 
with tlie top one inch below the surface, in 
deli well-ciiltivated soil, will form roots of 
lar"e size in one seastm s growth. Before 
planting, the top of the set should be cnt off 
slantingly, so as to prevent decay from water 
res ii g on the top. The large roots will be 
■eadv'to pull in Oc tober, and fr"'" "Jr*'fol"thS 
roots a supply of sets can be cut off for th., 
nest spring's planting. It is customary- to 
gaU.ei! [ e cro , of riK.ts in October and keep 
them in treiu bc-. ready to "'f ^et duriiu.' the 
winter. Small roots, 6 for 15c, 12 lor ^^&p. 
postpaid. Special prices on larger quan- 
tities. 
KALE, or BORECOLE. 
The Kales are more liar<ly than cabbage, 
makes excellent greens for winter '"»' 
use. The small heads to be cooked like 
spinach. / 
1-^ / /~, „ „ „ Green curleiU 
Dwarf German, very imrdy. 
Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, Vi lb. 25c. 
Dwarf Curled 
bcotcn. sown 1 II 
the fall for spring market. 
Finely curle<i leaves of a 
deep green. Pkt. 5c, OZ- 
10c Vi lb. 25c, lb /5C. 
Tall Scotch. It, 
deeply fringe<l. color rich 
green, grows about M in., 
high. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, '4 
lb. 25c, lb. 75c. 
KOHLRABI. 
Kohl-Rabi is grown for its turnip-shaped bulb, 
whicii is formed above ground by the expansion 
of the stem. The bulb .should lie usetl while 
young and tender, as age detracts from its good 
Early White Vienna. 
highly esteemed by market gardeners. Pkt. 5c. 
oz" 26e, 1 1 lb. 50c. , ., , ,. _ 
1 D .-.^1*. Very smnlar to the 
EarlV rurple. last. exept in rolor. 
Pkt5c,'oz 15c. ' 4 lb 50c. , , ,. „ 
A late variety largely grown for feedi",? tc-k. 
Pkt. 5c oz. 10c 'lib 30c. 
LEEKS 
Exhibition. 
Leek Exhibition 
May's 
It is extremely hardy, of enormous 
size, the stalk being tender up to 
a height of 15 inches or more. 
If you have never grown I.eeka 
you should try this sort. Pkt. 
10c. oz. 30c. 
Broad Flag. ^^^r-Trl 
vorite. Plants strong, with broad 
leaves. Pkt. 5c„ OZ. lOC. U lb. 
30c, lb. $1.00. 
Holt's Mammoth Sage. 
HOLT'S MAMMOTH SAGE. 
The illustration shows a leaf of average size. The plants are very strong 
growing, the first season attaining one f<H>t in height, and spreading so that 
a single plant covers a circular space three feet in diameter. The lea- 
ves are Ixirne well almve the soil, keeping them clean; they are very large 
and of unusual substance, strong in flavor, and of superior quality. It u 
perfectly hardy.even in New England, and attains still larger growth tlie 
second season. In every wa\ the most desirable sage: it never see<i9. 
Plants 10c. ea ch. 3 for 25e., post pai d. By expre s s, 50c per dozen. 
THE GREAT 
FLORAL 
Curiosity 
A bulb that blooms without 
soil or water, see page 55. 
