CULTIVATION: Slow-growing Lavender may be started from seed in 
flats in a greenhouse or hot bed in the spring. Transplant seedlings to 
a dry, sunny, sheltered spot. The addition of limestone to the soil 
improves the vigor and fragrance of the plants. Flowers should be cut 
for drying just before the buds open. 
Lavender .25 packet 
LEEK—Allium porrum. Family: Liliaceae. 
Usxs: Old-fashioned pot herb whose bulbous bases are used in soups, 
stews and salads. The young stalks may be boiled to be eaten like 
asparagus. 
DeEscrIPTION: A perennial of the onion family with long flat leaves 
about two inches in width forming a whitish bulb at the base. The 
leafless flowering stem reaches two feet in height and bears one dense 
round bali of small purplish blossoms. As the blossom opens the en- 
veloping leaf splits but remains attached in a peaked fold which gives 
the flower the appearance of wearing a slightly rakish nightcap. The 
flavor is milder than the onion but makes a piquant and rich addition 
to stews and potato soup. 
CULTIVATION: Seed may be sown in the spring or fall. The grass-like 
seedlings are transplanted and hilled up slightly when they become 
four to six inches tall. Plants remain in an edible condition for a long 
time and may even be left in the ground over the winter. Spring sown 
plants are ready for use in late summer, winter and spring. A fall 
sowing will provide bulbs for the following mid-summer and early 
fall. A very satisfactory Allium because it is so easily raised from 
seed. New plants should be started every year. 
Leek 10 packet 
LOVAGE—Levisticum officinalis. Family: Umbelliferae. 
Uszs: Leaves used in soups, salads and meats. 
Description: Bright, glabrous green leaves born on erect, hollow, 
perennial stems which reach five feet in height. Yellow flower umbels 
followed by brown seeds which are attractive to birds. The leaves and 
stalks have a rich pungency, reminiscent of celery and curry, which 
is very delightful for seasoning. 
CULTIVATION: Sow seed in spring or fall in a sunny, moist bed. Thin 
to stand at least twelve inches apart. Plants are very hardy and thrive 
for many years with little attention except cutting back to the roots 
in the fall. 
Lovage .25 packet 
