OKRA 
The long pods are 
used in soups and salads. 
278. BARLY DWARF 
LONG POD. (55 days.) 
An early dwarf growing 
variety producing an 
abundance of lon g 
fruited, dark green, 
four-inch pointed pods. 
Seed of this variety can 
be planted in the open 
ground, Pkt., 5c; 
LOG alba 35c5) “1b:, 
$1.00, postpaid. 
KALE 
Kale is usually 
grown for greens and 
is also used here in the 
North as winter green 
feed for chickens. 
*201. DWARF CURL- 
ED SCOTCH, (60 days.) 
Dwarf spreading  va- 
riety. Attractive bright 
green color. Ver y 
: hardy. Pkt., 10c; 02z., 
Olds’ Mustard Spinach. © CAG WAN Gln, PALO sally 
(40 days frem seed.) $2.10, postpaid, 
MUSTARD 
Used for greens and salads during the hot summer 
months. 
257. SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED. (60 days.) Most 
popular variety. 
PEt, | 5¢3, Oz, 10c; 4% Ib. 30c3) 1b.; 
95c, postpaid. 
259. MUSTARD SPINACH OR TENDER GREEN. 
(50 days.) This is an Oriental type of mustard which 
is now grown for greens. It is a very desirable quick 
growing, tender variety with long, broad, smooth leaves 
and white midribs. The leaves are usually ready for 
cutting in 3 to 4 weeks after planting. Dry weather will 
not injure the crop. The flavor of this new vegetable 
resembles Spinach with a very mild mustard taste. The 
best summer green. Pkt., 5c; oz. 10c; % Ilb., 30c; Ib., 
95c, postpaid. 
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER 
397. MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. (160 
days.) This is the best variety of Salsify; in fact, the 
only one worth considering. The roots are long, smooth 
and straight. Pkt., 10c; 
o0z., 40c; % Ib., $1.20; 
4, Ib., $2.10; Ib., $3.70, 
postpaid. 
Recipe for use: 
the roots clean, 
and boil in water. 
cooked soft (do not 
drain), add milk and 
flavoring, the same as for 
oysters. 
LEEK 
Leeks belong to the 
onion family and are val- 
uable for soups and sal- 

Scrape 
eut up 
When 

ads; they may also be 
sliced and cooked . like 
green peas. 
210. AMERICAN 
Pe Dae Ace Gus (145 days.) 
Large, thick stems. Pkt., 
: : TOCf0z 4D sn 4 elbe, 
-— - - $1.40; lb., $4.10, post- 
American Flag Leek. paid. 
ROOT PARSLEY 
309. HAMBURG. (Turnip Rooted.) The edible root 
of this variety resembles in color and shape a small 
parsnip. The roots may be stored in the cellar for winter 
use. The leaves are similar to those of plain parsley. 
Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15c; Y4 Ib., 40c; lb., $1.20, postpaid. 
Early Dwarf Long Pod Okra. 

Dwarf Curled Scotch Kale. 

Salsify. 
OLDS’ SWEET POTATO PLANTS 

YELLOW JERSEY. 
Plant on light sandy soil if 
you have that kind but 
sweet potatoes will succeed 
in the north on most any 
soil, if grown from the 
plants. Oultural leaflet free 
with every order, 
Prices: 50 plants, 65c; 
100 plants for $1.00; 1,000 
plants, $8.00, postpaid. 
Plants are sent direct from 
our growing station and are 
ready about May 15th to 
25th. 
MISTIC MAT 
For better potted plants. 
See page 49. 
ey Gr 

Garden Huckleberry. 
GARDEN HUCKLEBERRY 
200. GARDEN HUCKLEBERRY — WONDERBERRY. 
A wonderful, prolific plant needing same culture as to- 
matoes, When ripe the berries are about one inch in 
diameter, of shining black color. They make delicious 
pies, preserves and jam. Fruit is non-edible when not 
fully ripened. Recipe for use on each packet. Pkt., 10c; 
VYp 0z., 25; 0Z., 70c; 1% lb., $2.00, postpaid, 
GARLIC 
Garlic comes in bulbs which should be separated and 
planted the same as onion sets and cultivated in the same 
way. Bulbs, % Ib., 30c; 1lb., 50c; 2 lbs., $1.15; 4 lbs., 
$2.20, postpaid. 
OLDS’ GOURDS 
995. Mixed. Small. Ornamental. Quickly makes a dense 
growth of vines. Do not plant near squash or pumpkin, 
It will make them bitter. Pkt., 5c; Y% oz., 20c; 0z., 30c. 
199, MIXED LARGE. This mixture contains a very 
wide range of colors, shapes and sizes such as Club, Cala- 
bash, etc. Makes fine birdhouses. Pkt., 10c; 02z., 20c; 
Y, lb., 55c; 1b., $1.60, postpaid. 
OLDS’ HERBS 
480. ANISH. The leaves of this annual herb are finely 
fringed; used in garnishing and flavoring, Pkt., 10c; % 
0z., 60c; oz., $1.00, postpaid. 
482. BORAGE. The leaves are used for flavoring cor- 
dials, It is also excellent as bee food. It grows freely; 
has beautiful sky blue flowers. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 60c; 
0z., $1.00, postpaid. 
483, CARAWAY. (Annual.) Seed used in rye bread, 
cookies and cakes. PKt., 10c; Ye oz., 30c; 02., 50c, postpaid. 
484. CORIANDER. An annual herb. The seeds are 
used in pickles and confectionery. Pkt., 10c; 4% 0z., 45c; 
oz., 80c, postpaid, 
485, DILL. Leaves and seed used for flavoring in dill 
pickles, soups and sauces. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10c; % Ib., 35c; 
Ib., $1.00, postpaid. 
486, HOREHOUND. (Perennial.) Leaves are used in 
confectionery and for seasoning. PkKt., 20c; 2 pkts., 35c, 
postpaid. 
487. LAVENDER. A hardy perennial. Leaves are used 
for seasoning and the dried leaves for sachets. Pkt., 10c; 
Yy oz., 40c; 0z., 60c, postpaid. 
492. SAGE. (Perennial.) Dried leaves much used for 
seasonings in dressings; the most popular of all herbs. 
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 60c; oz., $1.00, postpaid. 
494, SUMMER SAVORY. Annual herb. Dried leaves 
and flowers are used for flavoring soups and dressings. 
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 60c; oz., $1.00, postpaid. 
488. SWEET FENNEL. A perennial herb. Seeds are 
used in confectionery. The young shoots can be eaten 
raw or used in soups and salads for flavoring. The plants 
grow about three feet high with large yellow flowers. Pkt., 
10c; Y% oz., 40c; oz., 60c, postpaid. 
499, MIXED HERBS. A mixture of all varieties. Pkt., 
10c; 2 pkts., 15c, postpaid. 
OLDS’ HERB PLANTS 
As 8 plants of a variety of herbs are usually sufficient 
for family needs, many of our customers prefer to purchase 
plants. In response to this demand, we are listing the 
most popular annuals, perennials, and sweet scented herbs. 
Plants will be sent direct from our growing station about 
May 1st, weather permitting. They are packed in 2%, 3 
and 84-inch pots, depending upon varieties. No orders 
accepted or filled C.O.D. or after the 10th of June. Mini- 
mum order 70c, 
505R. ANNUAL HERBS: Sweet Basil, Chervil, Florence 
Fennel and Summer Savory. Prices: Each, 35¢c; 3 of a 
kind, $1.00, postpaid. 
506R. PERENNIAL HERBS: Lemon Balm, Burnet, 
Chives, Costmary, Horehound, Lovage, Sweet Marjoram, 
Applemint, Bergamot Mint, Curly Mint, Spearmint, Pepper- 
mint, Rue, Sage, Winter Savory, Sorrel, Southernwood, 
Kitchen Thyme, Lemon Thyme, and Wormwood. Prices: 
Each, 40c; 3 of a kind, $1.10, postpaid. 
507R. SCENTED VARIETIES: Rosemary, Sweet 
Lavender, True Tarragon. Also the following Scented Ger- 
aniums: Balm, Lime, Mint, Nutmeg, Pine, Rose and Coconut 
Scented. Prices: Hach, 40c; 3 of a kind, $1.10, postpaid, 
