
30 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 
Aromatic, Medicinal and Pot Herbs 
. For early use, sow seed in hotbed or in open ground in May, in rows one foot apart. 
Cover very lightly and thin to six inches apart in the row. They should be cut on a 
dry day, just before they come into full blossom. Tie in bunches and keep where they 
will dry quickly. 
ANISE. Used for garnishing, season- 
ing and for cordials. Pkt., 10c, post- 
paid. 
CARAWAY. Seeds are used for flavor- 
ing breads, pastry, meats, ete. Pkt., 
10c, postpaid. 
CELERIAC or TURNIP-ROOTED CEL- 
ERY, Giant Prague. Pkt., 10c, post- 
paid. 
CHICORY (French Endive). Used ex- 
tensively for salads. The new leaf 
growth forms a compact blanched 
head with broad, crisp leaves, having 
a pleasantly sharp flavor. Pkt., 10c, 
postpaid, 
CHIVES. Hardy perennial plants of the 
onion type. Easily grown from seeds. 
The small leaves are used for sea- 
soning. Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.25; 14 Ib., 
$3.50; lb., $12.00, postpaid. 
CORIANDER. The seeds are used for 
flavoring. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
DANDELION. Improved thick leaf. 
Very superior strain, Makes vigor- 
ous, very compact growth. Leaves 18 
to 24 inches across, thick in texture 
and blanch readily. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
DILL. Leaves are used in pickles and 
for flavoring soups and sauces. Oz., 
20c; %4 Ib., 60c; 1 Ib., $2.00, postpaid. 
FLORENCE FENNEL. Grown in home 
ROSEMARY. Hardy perennial, 2 to 4 feet tall, of 
fragrant odor and warm, bitter flavor; leaves used 
in seasoning and’ extracted oil used in perfumery. 
Pkt., 10c, postpaid, 
SAGE. The most extensively used of any herb. An 
indispensable perennial. Very aromatic, Oz., $1.50; 
pkt., 25c, postpaid. Very scarce. 
SAFFRON. Used for coloring certain dishes, also 
flavoring. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
SUMMER SAVORY. The leaves and young shoots are 
used for flavoring. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
SWEET BASIL. Annual, about 12 inches tall. Entire 
plant has fragrant, somewhat spicy aroma, used 
for seasoning; oil used in perfumes. Pkt., 10c, 
postpaid. 
SWEET MARJORAM. An annual, desirable for sea- 
soning. Used either fresh or dried. Pkt., 10c, post- 
paid. 
THYME. Hardy perennial, 8 to 10 inches tall, of 
strong, agreeable, aromatic odor and flavor; used in 
medicine and for seasoning culinary preparations. 
Pkt., 10c; 1 oz., $2.00, postpaid. 




herein are subject to 
available stocks on 
hand, and subject to 
change without notice. 


and market garden. Plant 2 to 38 
feet tall. Chiefly grown for the bulb- 
like structure formed by the envelop- 
ing thickened bases of the stalks of 
the lower leaves. This is aromatic 
and of a delicate sweet flavor. Pkt., 
10c, postpaid. 
LAVENDER. True. Perennial. Flowers 
are dried and placed in the linen 
closet to impart their perfume to the 
linens. Also used as a repellent to 
moths. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
Plant a Garden for Defense | 
for COUNTRY ® 

Sweet Marjoram 

@ There can be no reserve of 
fresh green vegetables ex- 
cept in gardens. 
® The interruption of the rapid 
transport of these foods to 
market next summer, may 
cause widespread shortage 
overnight. 
@ The vital importance of 
these protective, vitamin- 
rich foods in the diet, espe- 
cially of children, is well es- 
tablished. 
@ You can protect your family 
and contribute to national 
preparedness by growing a 
large part of the vegetables 
you need in your own back 
yard. 
Be Ready / 
Plan and Plant Early 
For Whatever May Come! 
