HERBS 
Every garden should have a few herbs. Sow early in the spring in carefully prepared soil. 
931 BASIL. This popular herb has a pleasant sweet flavor and is used for 
flavoring many foods, especially tomatoes and peas. Both leaves and 
flowers are also used fresh or dried, in salads. Plants about 2 feet high 
and produce an abundance of leaves. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 45c; 144 Lb. $1.25. 
458 DILL. Long Island Mammoth. The branches and seeds are widely 
used for making “Dill Pickles’ and the young green stalks and leaves 
are fine for flavoring fish or in salads. Very easily grown and every 
garden should have a row. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 20c; 14 Lb. 50c. 
939 LAVENDER. Used for its perfume. The flowers are often dried and 
placed with the linen to impart the Lavender fragrance. It is a hardy 
plant and will last for years. The seed is slow to germinate; cover 
very little if at all. 
Pkt. 20c; 14 Oz. 50c. 
FENNEL or Finocchio 
This is quite distinct from the common sweet fennel used for flavoring. It produces a 
large bulb at the surface of the ground which makes an excellent vegetable with a 
pleasant anise-like flavor. It is used cooked as vegetable and also fresh in salad. 
Sow in rows 1% to 2 feet apart and thin or transplant to stand 6 to 8 inches apart. 
Sow in rich soil in May or June, and again a month later for fall use. When the plants 
are half grown, drag earth up to them so as to blanch the bulb. 
481 FLORENCE. The most widely grown variety. Produces the finest large bulbs. 
Pkt. 10c; 4% Oz. 25c; Oz. 45c; 14 Lb. $1.20. 
HORSE RADISH Sets 
Horse-radish is ‘easily grown from sets (small lengths of roots) which when planted 
in the spring in good rich soil, form large roots by fall. Sets should be planted with the 
small or pointed end down and the top 2 inches below the surface in rows 3 feet apart 
and 15 to 20 inches apart in the rows. 
NEW WHITE HOT. This extraordinary new type of our introduction is so much better 
than ordinary horse-radish that there is no comparison. It is hotter than the old type 
and outstanding for its ability to retain its clear white color for several weeks longer 
after grinding. The growth is much larger and more vigorous and the plants seem to 
be resistant to bugs. If you grow horse-radish, plant this new type. 
75c per Doz.; $3.50 for 100; $9.50 for 500; $18.00 for 1000 transportation paid. 
KALE or Borecole 
Kale is used principally as “greens” during the late fall, winter 
and early spring. It is also used for garnishing and the larger 
leaves sometimes used as decorations. The young and tender 
shoots that come out on the stalks make delicate greens which are 
relished by many people. They are better after a few frosts in the 
fall. With a little protection, or when the snow is deep, kale will 
stand the winter without injury. 
Kale may be grown in the same way as cabbage, or may be sown 
in rows and thinned instead of transplanting. For full grown plants 
sow in May or June in rows 18 to 24 inches apart and thin to 12-15 
inches in the row. For small tender delicious leaves in the fall and 
winter, seed may be sown as late as July. 
487 DWARF ‘CURLED. Or Blue Scotch. _This is the 
SS = Popular variety, witichms mow so 
widely grown; it is highly recommended by nutrition experts 
because of its exceptionally high food value and vitamin con- 
tent. Our strain is the best we have ever seen, vigorous, uniform 
and of outstanding dark blue-green color. The leaves are large, 
finely cut and curled, and the quality is excellent. Highly 
recommended. 
Pkt. 15¢; 4% Oz. 25c; Oz. 40c; 14 Lb. $1.30; Lb. $4.00. 
489 SIBERIAN. Also called “‘Sprouts.’’ A very hardy kale of 
dwarf growth with broad thick leaves curled on the edges. Used 
largely for wintering over. The color is light bluish-green. Our 
strain is uniform and true. 
Pkt. 10c; Oz. 35c; 14 Lb. 80c; Lb. $2.20. 
LEEK 
Leek is a kind of onion that does not form any bulb, but grows 
‘ina long thick stem, whichis blanched by drawing earth around it. 
When blanched it makes an appetizing salad, or can be eaten like 
green onions. Boiled, they are more delicate in flavor than the 
mildest onions. Theseed is sown in thespring and the leek is ready for 
use in the fall. If given a little protection with dirt, it will last over 
winter and give a very welcome addition to the early spring menu. 
496 AMERICAN FLAG or Giant Musselburg. This 
is the standard variety with 
large stalks, having the white part extended well up the stalk. 
Pkt. 15c; % Oz. 35c; Oz. 65c; 144 Lb. $2.00; Lb. $7.00. 
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943 SAGE. Broad-Leaved. True perennial and when once started will 
last for years. It is a tremendously popular herb, the leaves being used 
fresh or dried for seasoning sausage, dressings, stews, sauces, etc. Sow 
in the open ground and thin to six inches apart. 
Pkt. 15e; % Oz. 55e; Oz. $1.00. 
945 SUMMER SAVORY. The small leaves may be used fresh, or dried 
on the stems. Excellent for flavoring meats and stuffings. Grows about 
18 inches high. Sow in the open ground. 
Pkt. 15c; % Oz. 30c; Oz. 55c. 
Note: We can also offer sturdy well grown plants of the following 
herbs: Sage, Chives and Mint (Spearmint). See page 75. 
GARLIC Bulbs 
The bulbs have a pungent flavor, similar to onions, and 
are widely used for flavoring. The bulbs should be separated 
into “cloves” or flakes and set out like onion sets about 4 
inches apart in the row, and covered 2 inches deep. When 
the tops die down take up the bulbs and dry in a shady 
place. 
Bulbs only. 14 Lb. 30c; 4% Lb. 50c; Lb. 75c transpor- 
tation paid. ; 
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Dwarf Curled Kale—Fine for winter greens. 
KOHL RABI 
A packet will sow 40 feet of row; an ounce 200 feet. 
Kohl Rabi produces a large bulb on the stem which is 
used as a veal and also for stock feeding. If used while 
young, the bulb makes a delicious vegetable. An excellent 
way to cook it is to cut the bulbs into small cubes and boil 
until tender. Serve with a clear butter or cream sauce. 
The seed may be sown up to July in rows about 18 inches 
apart, and the plants thinned 6 to 8 inches apart in the rows. 
The seed may also be sown late in April or even May for an 
early summer crop. 
492 EARLY WHITE VIENNA. The bulbs are 
ready to use 
when they are the size of a small apple; the quality is 
good, being tender and of delicate flavor. Very uniform 
and finely bred stock. 
Pkt. 15c; 4% Oz. 35c; Oz. 60c; 14 Lb. $1.60. 
