DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 
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Milo Maize, or Yellow Branching Dhoura.— Similar to the white as before described but 
of larger heads. Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. $5.00. 
Rape, Dwarf Essex. — A valuable fodder plant for sheep, yields an abundant crop and is very 
fattening; contains about 9 per cent of carbo-hydrates, 2 per cent, albumen, and some fat. It is also 
exceedingly useful as a green manure. For fodder, sow from S to 10 pounds per acre; for soiling, sow 
from 15 to 20 pounds per acre. Per lb. 15c; 100 lbs. $10.00. 
Sacaline (Polygonum sachalinense.)— Grows to the height of 10 or 12 feet, and may be cut three 
times a year. The stems and leaves, which are very nutritious, are greedily eaten by cattle and sheep. 
The seed should be started in boxes, and the young plants afterwards transplanted 3 feet apart each 
way. Per pkt. 10c; per oz. 30c; per lb. $3.00. 
Seradella (Ornithopus sativus.)— A valuable forage plant, admitting of two cuttings in one sea¬ 
son, and succeeding well in dry, sandy soil. Excellent for sheep. Per lb. 25c; 100 lbs. 15.00 
Soja Bean.—A valuable forage plant, much advertised of late. It is easily grown and very nutri¬ 
tious, and is highly recommended for pasturing, or for feeding as green fodder .The beans are an excel¬ 
lent substitute for coffee. Sow broadcast 30 to 40 lbs. to the acre, or 12 to 15 lbs. in drills. Per lb. 
10c; 100 lbs. $7.00. 
Sorghum, or Chinese Sugar Cane (Sorghum saccharatum.) Early Amber.—The 
earliest and most productive variety. Its saccharine matter is of first quality, fine and rich; it grows to 
the height of from 10 to 12 feet; makes sugar or syrup equal to any in the market. One of our best 
green fodder plants, producing from 2 to 3 cuttings during the summer. The seed is relished by all 
kinds of stock. Sow 6 lbs. in drills, and 12 lbs. broadcast to the acre. Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. $4.00. 
Sorghum, Early Orange,—It is from 8 to 10 days later than the Early Amber; produces 
syrup of excellent quality. Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. $5.00. 
Spurry (Spergula Arvensis.)—Small annual plant succeeding best in sandy soil. It can be used in 
a green state, or for hay. Sow 15 lbs. to the acre. Per lb. 20c; 100 lbs. $15.00. 
Sweet Corn.—For fodder, ensilage, or soiling. Per lb. 5c; 100 lbs. $4.00. 
Teosinte (Reana luxurians.)—Recommended as the most prolific forage plant yet introduced. 
In appearance somewhat resembles corn, but the leaves are much longer and broader. The stalk, con¬ 
taining much saccharine matter, is very nutritious. It can be cut several times during the season, yield¬ 
ing enormously. Plant in spring in drills 3 feet apart, and 2 to 3 seeds every 12 inches in drill; 4 lbs. 
to the acre. Per oz. 15c; per lb. $1.50. 
Vetclies, or Tares (Vicia sativa.)— A most valuable forage plant. Also excellent as a green 
manure. Sow in early spring, with oats, barley or rye, which help to support it, and greatly add to its 
productiveness. When sown in conjunction with any of the above, 30 lbs. is sufficient for an acre; 
if alone 100 lbs. is required. Per lb. 15c; 100 lbs. $9.00. 
Vetch, Sand or Winter (Vicia villosa,) —A valuable forage plant from Europe, and now in 
great demand here. It will thrive on the most barren soils and produce two cuttings during the season: 
also valuable for ploughing in as a green manure. It may be sown alone or together with rye, the latter 
method is preferable, as the Vetches grow from 3 l / 2 to 5 feet, the rye will afford support for them. 
Sow from 65 to 90 lbs. to the acre. Per lb. 15c; 100 lbs. $9.00. 
Sundry Seeds of Economic Plants, Etc. 
Express or freight charges always to be paid by the purchaser. If wanted to be sent by mail, postage 
must be added at the rate of 10c per lb. As market is apt to fluctuate, quotations on 100 lb. lots not 
given of the following varieties of seeds will be sent on application. 25 lbs. charged at 100 lb. rate. 
Broom Corn. Improved Evergreen. —This variety is more cultivated than any other, on account 
of the color and quality of its brush, which is of good length, fine and straight, and always green; it 
brings the highest market price; grows about 7 feet high. Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. $5.00. 
Broom Corn. Large California Golden. —One of the most popular kinds for making brooms. 
Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. $5.00. 
Broom Corn. Dwarf. —This variety grows about 4 feet high, extra fine for making brushes or 
whisks. Sow 12 lbs. of Broom Corn seed of the above varieties to the acre. Per lb. 10c; 100 lbs. 
$ 6 . 00 . 
Broom, Scotch. (Genista scoparia.)—The young growth of this shrub is chiefly valuable [as 
food for sheep and other animals in winter. Coarse brooms are also made from it. Per oz. 10c; per 
lb. 50c. 
