Make a Herb Garden 
HERBS 
SWEET, MEDICINAL AND POT HERBS 
The varieties marked in asterisk (*) are hardy 
perennials. To preserve herbs properly, cut the 
stems and leaves just as the plant is coming into 
bloom, dry them in the shade, and when perfectly 
dry, wrap them up in paper or store them away in 
a dry room, or rub the leaves to a powder, pack in 
jars. 
ANISE. An annual herb cultivated principally for 
its seeds which are fragrant and have a pleasant 
taste. 
Pkt., 10c. 
BASIL, SWEET. A hardy, aromatic annual. The 
seeds and stems have a strong flavor and are used 
in soups and sauces. 
PKE.L0C. 
BORAGE. A hardy annual used as a pot herb and 
for bee pasturage. 
Pkt., 10c; 1 Ib., $3.00. 
CARAWAY (Kummel). 
vated for its seeds. 
Pkt., 10c. 
CATNIP or CATMINT. For seasoning. 
Pkt., 10c. 
CHERVIL, CURLED. Used in soup. 
Pkt., 10c. 
CHIVES. A perennial herb; member of the onion 
family. The slender tubular leaves have a deli- 
cate onion flavor. The flowers are lavender blue. 
Pkt., 10c. 
CORIANDER. A hardy annual cultivated for its 
seed which has an agreeable taste. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 35c. 
DILL MAMMOTH. An annual of aromatic odor 
and pungent taste. Its seeds are used for season- 
ing. It possesses medical properties but its 
largest use is for making dill pickles. Plant 
branching, 2 to 3 feet high. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 4% Ib., 25c; 1 Ib., 90c. 
*HOREHOUND. A perennial herb with bitter, 
pungent juices that are used in making cough 
syrup and candies. 
Pkt., 10c. 
LAVENDER (Lavandula). Lavender gets its 
name from the Latin lavo, to wash; referring to 
the use of lavender in the bath. Lavender is also 
credited with stimulant and tonic properties. 
Pkt., 10c. 
*MARJORAM, SWEET. The young tender tops 
and leaves are used green in summer to flavor 
broths, dressing, ete., and are also dried for 
winter use. 
Pkt., 10c. 
*MINT (Spearmint). 
jellies, ete. 
Pkt., 25¢e, 
*Rosemary. The leaves are used for flavoring 
meats and soups, and for medicinal drinks. 
PEt LOc; 
*SAGE. Used for seasoning. 
Pkt., 10c. 
SAFFRON. Cultivated for its flowers which are 
used for coloring. 
Pkt., 10c. 
SAVORY, SUMMER. The dried stems, leaves and 
flowers are used for seasoning. 
Pkt., 10c. 
A well known herb, culti- 
Used for flavoring drinks 
TARRAGON (Estragon). For flavoring. The young 
leaves are used for pickles, etc. 
Pkt., 10c. 
*THYME. A perennial herb, 8 to 10 inches high, 
used for seasoning. 
Pkt., 10c. : 
*WOODRUFF. Fragrant leaves and stems; used 
for putting among clothes. 
Pkt., 10c. 
*WORMWOOD. Used medicinally and in liquors; 
a tonic for poultry. 
Pkt., 10c. 
KALE 
Sow four pounds to the acre; one ounce will sow 
100 feet of drill. 
Culture: Where climate permits, seed may be sown any 
time from February to October. The quality is improved 
rather than injured by frosts if not too heavy. 
DWARF GERMAN FOR SPRING. An improved 
selection of the ordinary Dwarf German Greens. 
A superior variety for market culture. 
Pkt.) 5c; 02, 10c* 17 1b., 35c; 1 Ib.,$1.25% 5 lbs. 
$5.50. 
DWARF GERMAN HOME GROWN (for Fall). 
Largely grown for supplying ‘‘greens’’ during 
the fall and winter. The plants are hardy. The 
leaves are very large, deeply curled and fringed. 
PEt DG 02:.010Cs) 2/40 1b,, GOCsa lal DiablieD sor LDS, 
$5.50. 
TALL SCOTCH. This variety makes beautiful 
plants, 2 feet or more in height. Leaves are finely 
curled and very tender. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 1% lb., 45c; 1 Ib., $1.50. 
KOHL-RABI 
One ounce will sow about 200 feet of drill. 
Culture: Seed should be sdwn in light, rich soil as early 
in spring as possible in rows 14% feet apart and when well 
established thin to 6 inches apart in the row. 
EARLY WHITE VIENNA. A standard sort for 
market and table use. Good for forcing. This 
variety has a very short top and forms the ball 
quickly, thus making it a particularly desirable 
sort. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 14 Ib., 90c; 1 Ib., $3.00. 
EARLY PURPLE VIENNA. Differs from the 
Early White Vienna in color only. 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 14 Ib., 90c; 1 Ib., $3.00. 
LEEK 
Culture: Sow early in spring in drills 12 to 15 inches 
apart, covering % inch deep. Thin plants to 6 inches apart 
in row. 
LONDON FLAG. This well known broad leaved 
leek is hardy, productive, of good quality. 
Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 30c; 1 0z., 50c; 4% Ib,. $1.75. 

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ST. LOUIS SEED COMPANY, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI 
