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D. M. PERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. 
HERBS-Cowtiivued 
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum'). A hardy annual, 
cultivated for its seed which lias an agreeable taste, and is 
used in confectionery, and to disguise tne taste of medicine. 
Sow early in the spring, and gather on a dry day, bruising 
the stems and leaves as little as possible, for when injured 
they have a disagreeable odor, which they impart to the seed. 
Pkt. 5c; 0/. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; H Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c. 
Coriander for flavoring, oz. lOc; 2 Oz. 15c; 
h Lb. 20c; Lb. 60c. 
Dill (A not hum graveolens). An annual cultivated for its 
seed which has ah aromatic odor, and a warm, pungent 
taste. It is good for flatulence and colic in infants. It is 
sometimes added to pickled cucumbers to heighten the flavor. 
Sow early in spring, and keep clear of weeds, i'kt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 
2 Oz. 15c; H Lb. 20c; Lb. 00c. 
Fennel, Sweet (Faniculum officinale). A hardy per¬ 
ennial, The leaves are largely used in soups, fish sauces, 
garnishes and salads. The seed is sometimes used in confec¬ 
tionery. Sow and cultivate like Anise. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 10c; 
2 Oz. 20c; % Lb. 30c; Lb. $1.00 
Horehound ( Marrubium vxdgare). A perennial herb, 
with a strong, aromatic smell, and a bitter, pungent taste. It 
is a tonic, and enters largely into the composition of cough 
syrups and lozenges. Will thrive in any soil, but is stronger 
if grown on light, poor land. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; 
h Lb. «0c; Lb. $2.00 
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis). A hardy perennial with 
an aromatic flavor, and warm, pungent taste. It is a stimu¬ 
lant and 'expectorant and is used in asthma and chronic ca¬ 
tarrh. The flowering summits and leaves are the parts used. 
It does best on a dry, sandy soil. The plants should be thinned 
to twelve inches apart. Pkt.5c; Oz.25c; 2 Oz. 40c; h Lb.75c; 
Lb. $2.25 
Lavender (Lavendulavera). A hardy perennial, grow¬ 
ing about two feet high. It is used for the distillation of 
lavender water, or dried and used to perfume linen. It does 
best in light, warm soil. It should be picked before it becomes 
dry and hard, and dried quickly. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; 
% Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25. 
Harjoram, Sweet {Origanum marjorana)- A peren¬ 
nial plant, but not hardy enough to endure the winter of the 
north. The young, tender tops are used green for flavoring, 
or they may be dried for winter use. Sow in drills as early 
as possible, and thin out the plants to ten inches apart. 
Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c, 2 Oz. 25c; \ Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.25. 
Rosemary ( Rosmarinus officinalis). A hardy perennial 
with fragrant odor, and a warm, aromatic, bitter taste. May 
be easily raised from seed, but does not reach a size fit for use 
until the second season. The dried leaves deteriorate rapidly 
with age. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 50c; 2 Oz. 85c; % Lb. $1.50; Lb. 
$5.00. 
Rue ( Ruta graveolens). A hardy perennial with a pecu¬ 
liar 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 in¬ 
jury. It must not be suffered to run to seed, and does best on 
poor soil. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; kg Lb. 40c; Lb. $1.50. 
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 dyeing, 
and to make the cosmetic powder called rouge. 
Pkt. 6c; Oz. 20c; 2 0z. 86c? h Lb. G0c; Lb. $2.00. 
Sage £ Salvia officinalis). A hardy perennial possessing 
some 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. Tne 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; 
h lib. 40c; Lb. $1.50. 
Summer Savory ( Satureia hortensis). A hardy an¬ 
nual, the dried stems, feaves and flowers of which are exten¬ 
sively 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. $1.00. 
Tansy ( Tanacetum vulaare). A hardy perennial plant 
from 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. 5c; Oz. 30c; 
2 Oz. 55c; kg Lb. $1.00; Lb. $3.00. 
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris). This herb is perennial, and 
is both a medicinal and culinary plant. The young leavesand 
tops are used for soups, dressing aud sauce; a tea is made 
from the leaves which is a great remedy in nervous headache. 
Sow as earl y as the ground will permit. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 
2 Oz. 35c; kg Lb. 00c; Lb. $2.00. 
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium). A perennial 
Diant of strong and fragrant odor, and aromatic, but iutense- 
y bitter taste. The leaves are used as a tonic and vermi¬ 
fuge, and as a dressing for fresh bruises. Is raised from seed 
and propagated by cuttings, or dividing the roots. A dry, 
poor soil is best adapted to bring out the peculiar virtues or 
this plant. Pkt. 5c; Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; kg Lb. 00c; Lb. $1.75. 
DECIDUOUS TREE SEEDS 
It is very essential to sow the seeds of deciduous trees at the proper time. Those with hard shells like the locusts 
should be planted in the fall or placed in boxes with sand, and exposed to frost before planting, otherwise they may lie in 
the ground frolff one to three years without sprouting. If too late in the spring to expose them to the action of the frost, 
pour water which is nearly boiling over the seeds and let it stand till cool, when a portion of the seed will have swollen; pick 
these out and scald the rest again, continuing till all have swollen. 
The seed of the other deciduous trees on our list should be planted from the middle of April to the middle of May, in 
drills about two feet apart, aud covered to the proper depth, or about twice the diameter of the seed. 
Ash, European (Fraxinus excelsior). — Succeeds best 
in rather a warm climate; thrives upon the plains iu deep soils, 
but does poorly on stiff clay or lignt sandy soils. Its timber 
is valuable iu carriage making and manufacturing. About GOO 
seeds per ounce. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; kg Lb. 20c; Lb. 00c 
Ash, White (Fraximis Americana). —Requires a moist, 
deep soil, on which it will grow very rapidly. It deserves 
special attention from those who wish to grow trees for tim¬ 
ber. Succeeds best from seed, which should be planted like 
corn, where the trees are to stand, but not over an inch iu 
depth. When grown singly it is very ornamental, forming a 
large, round head About 1,200 seeds per ounce. Oz. 10c; 
2 Oz. 15c; kg Lb. 20c; Lb. 00c 
Birch, White (Betula alba').— Valuable for ornamental 
planting and a favorite wood for shoe pegs, si>ools, bobbins 
and similar small articles. The birch does best in a cool, humid 
climate, and is readily propagated from seed. The seed thrives 
best on new ground. It scarcely admits of any covering, but 
will grow if simply pressed into the ground with the feet. 
When oue year old, transplant into nursery rows. When two 
or three feet high, set out the young trees where they are to 
remain. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; kg Lb. 25c; Lb. 75c 
Larch, European (Larix Europoea). —Grows to a large 
size and makes excellent timber. The seed should be sown 
in a half shady situation. Oz. 15c; 2 Oz. 25c; kg Lb. 40c; 
Lb. $1.25 
Linden, European (Tilia Enropcea). —Wood very 
white, light, not liable to crack, and much prized for cabinet 
work, and the panels of carriages. It should be planted 
by all bee keepers, as no flower yields better honey nor 
in greater abundance. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. loc; kg Lb. 25c; 
Lb. 75c 
Locust,Honey (Oleditschia triacanthos).— On account 
of its rapidity of growth and durability of the timber, we 
regard this as one of the most valuable of our native trees. 
It is not so liable to injury by the borer as the common 
Locust, and does not sprout from the root to such an extent 
as to become troublesome. The seed should be treated with 
hot water, otherwise it might lie in the ground from one to 
three years without sprouting. Take up and heel in or cover 
the plants in the fall, and set out the next spring. After one 
or two seasons’ growth, they become perfectly hardy. About 
2, 800 seeds per pound. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; kg Lb. 20c; lib. 50c 
Locust, Yellow (Robinia pseudo acacia). —This tree 
grows so rapidly that railroad ties may be cut from it ten 
years from tne planting of the seed, while the durability of 
its timber is well known; fence posts of it having stood for 
sixty years. Culture same as for Honey Locust. One ounce 
contains about 1,000 seeds. Oz. 10c; 2 Oz. 15c; kg Lb. 20c; 
Lb. 50c 
Hulberry, Russian Of rapid growth, resembling the 
apple tree in habit, with a grayish bark aud drooping 
branches. It is very easily cultivated and kept in dwarf form; 
makes a fine hedge and wind break. It bears very young, 
and the fruit is similar to the blackberry, varying in' flavor 
from sub-acid to sweet. In cold regions especially, this 
should prove a very valuable variety for fts timber, shade and 
fruit. About 20,000 seeds per ounce. Oz. 25c; 2 Oz. 40c; 
kg Lb. 75c; Lb. $2.60 
Mulberry, White {Moms alba). —Desirable for feeding 
silk worms. Grows readily and rapidly from seed, which 
should not be covered too deep, as it is quite small. It de¬ 
lights in a warm, dry soil, and will succeed in almost any 
place that will produce a good corn crop. Oz. 20c; 2 Oz. 35c; 
k Lb. 00c; Lb. $2.00 
