30 GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 
Aromatic, Medicinal and Pot Herbs 3g 7 
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- FJ],QRENCE FENNEL. Grown in home and market 
ing and for cordials. Pkt., 10c, post- garden. Plant 2 to 3 feet tall. Chiefly grown for 
paid. the bulb-like structure formed by the enveloping 
BASIL, SWEET. Annual. About 12 thickened bases of the stalks of the lower leaves. 
inches tall. Entire plant has fra- This is aromatic and of a delicate sweet flavor. 
grant, somewhat spicy aroma; used Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
for seasoning. Pkt., 10c. 
CARAWAY. Seeds are used for flavor- SAGE. The most extensively used of any herb. An 
ing breads, pastry, meats, etc. Pkt., indispensable perennial. Very aromatic, Oz., $1.50; 
10¢, postpaid. 2 i pkt., 25c, postpaid. Very scarce. 
CELERIAC or TURNIP-ROOTED CEL- SAFFRON. Used for coloring certain dishes, also 
iy Giant Prague. Pkt., 10c, post- flavoring. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
paid. 
CHICORY (French Endive). Used ex- SUMMER SAVORY. The leaves and young shoots are 
tensively for salads. The new leaf used for flavoring. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. 
growth forms a compact blanched 
head with broad, crisp leaves, having THYME. Hardy perennial, 8 to 10 inches tall, of 


a pleasantly sharp flavor. Pkt., 10c, strong, agreeable, aromatic odor and flavor; used in 
postpaid. medicine and for seasoning culinary preparations. y ; ¢ 
CHIVES. Hardy perennial plants of the Pkt., 10c; 1 0z., $2.00, postpaid. ON i WEL 

onion type. Easily grown from seeds. 
The small leaves are used for sea- 
soning. Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.50; 14 Ib., 
$4.50, 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 
or flavoring soups and sauces. Oz., 
20c; % Ib., 60c; 1 Ib., $2.00, 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 ; aac 
moths. Pkt., 10c, postpaid. Dill Sweet Marjoram 
Plant a Garden for Defense p 
@ There can be no reserve of for COUNTRY @ 
fresh green vegetables ex- 
cept in gardens. and HOME 
@ 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! 
Chives 
All prices quoted 
herein are subject to 
available stocks on 
hand, and subject to 
change without notice. 



