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RHUBARB. 
The Cultivation of Rhubarb.— the seed should be sown in the spring, in drills about 1 ft. apart, and the plants thinned to 5 in. apart. In 
the spring following, transplant to their permanent bed 4 ft. apart each way. cultivate well, using manure freely. 1 or. of seed will produce 
about 1,000 plants. 
1355 Myatt’s Linneous. I 1356 Victoria. I 1357 Champagne. | 1359 Mixed Varieties. 
Price of the above 
$ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. i lb. 
.10 .15 .20 .60 
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER AND SCORZONERA. 
The Cultivation of Salsify and Scorzoncra.— The ground should be well trenched and manured during autumn. Sow during March and 
April in drills about li It. apart. Thin out the plants to from 6 to 8 in. apart for Salsify, but allow rather more room for Scorzouera. The roots 
should be taken up in November and stored in the same manner as Carrots. 
1083 Carters Mammoth.— A greatly improved form of the I 10S9 Scorzoncra, Carters Improvcd.-The roots are eaten 
ordinary Salsify. cooked like those of the Salsify ; the leaves can be used as a 
salad. 
Price of the above 
h oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. 
.5 .10 .15 .20 
SEAKALE. 
The Cultivation of Seakale.— These tasty shoots are blanched and used similarly to Asparagus. They should be sown in drills early in the 
- • ’ • •« •• * • in. Thin to 6 in., and the following spring transplant to rows, leaving 
spring, after the ground is thoroughly warm, covering the seed about 
about 2 ft. between each plant. 1 oz. of seed will plant 75 feet of drill. 
1371 Lily White.— A great improvement on the old variety. 
1319 Whitlcef. — A distant variety of Chicory, largely grown in ^ 
the suburbs of Brussels, and chiefly noted for the quality of its > 
leaves. J 
Price 
£ oz. 
1 oz. 
£ oz. 
1 oz. 
.10 
.15 
.20 
.35 
£ oz. 
i oz. 
£ oz. 
1 oz. 
5 
.10 
.15 
.20 
HERBS. 
In the olden days all careful housewives had a herb garden, and the drying and packing of herbs was an important duty, as it was 
recognised that the flavouring of most dishes depended on a supply of clean, well-cured, fresh herbs. 
Herbs are very easy to grow, and no household is complete without a delightful old-world Herb Garden. 
1296 Balm ( Melissa officinalis). — the leaves are used for making 
balm wine and tea. 
1297 Basil, 8weet (Ocitnum basilicutn). — The leaves are used for 
flavouring soups, stews. &c. 
1298 Basil, Bush (Ocitnum basilicutn). — The most compact and 
useful form of this valuable herb. Equally suitable for growing 
in pots or open ground. Sow seed in early spring in boxes and 
transplant in early summer to open ground. For winter use cut 
growth when in bloom and tie in bunches, which may be dried 
in an airy position. The young growth may also be used in a 
green state. 
1299 Borago (Borago officinalis) .—The leaves are used for 
flavouring, and the flowers are rich in honey. Valuable to bee 
masters. 
1305 Fennel (Anethum foeniculum). — The leaves are used for 
making sauces. 
1306 Lavender (Lavendula sfiica). — The flowers are dried and 
used by the housewife for scenting the linen. 
Price of the above 
£ oz. i oz. £ oz. 
.5 .10 .15 
1307 Pot Marjoram (Origanum vulgare).— Sow in spring or 
autumn. Although perennial for culinary purposes, the growth 
from spring-sown plants may be used during the same season. 
1308 Marjoram, Sweet (Origanum mar j or ana).—' The fresh and 
dried leaves and young shoots are used for seasoning. 
1312 Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). — The aromatic leaves 
are used for seasoning. 
1313 Sage.- Used extensively for seasoning. 
1314 Savory, Summer. \ The leaves and flowers are used for 
1315 Savory, Winter, /seasoning soups and dressings. 
1316 Sorrel, Broad-loaved. 
1317 8orrel, Winter. 
Very easy to grow ; The leaves are 
of fine flavour, and can be boiled 
and served like Spinach. 
1318 Thyme (Thymus vulgaris ) The leaves are used for seasoning, 
and are also made into tea for nervous headaches. 
1320 Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Is used medicinally, 
and if planted in poultry yards is found very beneficial. 
1 oz. 12 .5 pkts., customers’ selection, .50 
.20 6 .5 .. .. .25 
1294 Dill (Anthem graveolens) .— The seeds have an aromatic odour 
and pungent taste. They are used as a condiment and for 
pickling with Cucumber. 
1293 Peppermint (Mentha fiifierita). 
Price of the above 
1291 Mint Green (Mentha vert).— The leaves are dried and crushed 
and used for making mint sauce and for flavouring Potatoes. 
Peas. &c. In the South, the green sprigs are used in making 
mint julep. 
1292 8poarmint (Mentha viridis ). — Used as above. 
A oz. 
.25 
2.00 CARTERS POPULAR 2-DOLLAR BOX OF VEGETABLE SEEDS. 2.00 
We can supply seeds at better value for the money when purchased in this form. The reason is because we put up 
this collection by the hundred and in that way effect a great saving in labour. They are carefully packed in boxes and are 
ready for immediate dispatch. 
3 vars. Peas, successional sorts. 
4 vars. Beans, excellent sorts. 
i pkt. Beet, Carters Perfection. 
I pkt. Kale, Half-Tall Curled, 
i pkt. Broccoli, White Cape. 
1 pkt. Brussels Sprouts, Carters 
Perfection. 
2 pkts. Cabbage, for succession. 
i pkt. Carrot, Carters Improved Horn, 
i pkt. Celery, Dwarf White, 
i pkt. Sweet Corn, Early Crosby, 
i pkt. Cucumber, Prickly Ridge, 
i pkt. Endive, Green Curled, 
i pkt. Leek, Holborn Model, 
i pkt. Lettuce, Carter Giant Cos. 
i oz. Mustard, for Salads. 
i pkt. Onion, ImprovedWhite Spanish, 
i pkt. Parsley, Moss Curled. 
1 pkt. Parsnip, Carters Maltese. 
2 pkts. Radish, Long and Turnip. 
1 pkt. Spinach, Summer. 
2 pkts. T urnip, of sorts. 
i pkt. Vegetable Marrow or Squash, 
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-/06 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS. 
