GOURDS 
193. ITALIAN EDIBLE. (Italian Semonza Tinvirume.) 
A large, long gourd that is grown both for ornamental pur- 
poses and for food. The Italian people prepare these in 
various ways, baking like a squash, Pkt, 10c; 0z., 30c; 
Y% Ib., 85c; lb., $2.50, postpaid, 
199. MIXED LARGE. This mixture contains a very 
wide range of colors, shapes and sizes such as Olub, 
@alabash, etc. Makes fine birdhouses and ornaments. Pkt., 
- 10c; 02z., 30c; VY, 1b., 85c; 1lb., $2.50, postpaid. 
OLDS’ HERBS 
480. ANISH. The leaves are finely fringed; used in 
garnishing and flavoring. Pkt., 10c; 2 0z., 55c, postpaid. 
481. BALM. (Perennial.) The leaves are very fragrant; 
used to flavor summer drinks. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; 
oz., 55c, postpaid. 
479, BASIL, SWEET. An annual herb growing about 
2 feet high with a pleasant, sweet flavor. Use for flavor- 
ing foods. Leaves and flowers are used either fresh or 
dried. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; Yo 0z., 35c, 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; 2 pkts., 15c; 
Y% oz., 55¢, postpaid. 
483. CARAWAY. Seed used in rye bread, cookies and 
cakes. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; % 0oz., 30c, postpaid. 
484, CORIANDER. The seeds are used in pickles and 
confectionery. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; Y2 0z., 35c, postpaid, 
485. DILL. Leaves and seed used for flavoring in dill 
pickles, soups and sauces. PKt., 10c; 0z., 15c; Y% lb., 40c; 
lb., $1.10, postpaid. 
491, FLORENCE FENNEL. (Sweet Anise) Grown for 
the bulb-like structure formed by the enveloping thickened 
pases of the stalks of the lower leaves. Grows 2 to 3 feet 
tall. Aromatic with a distinct flavor. Pkt., 10c; Y% 0z., 
35c, postpaid. 
486. HOREHOUND. 
confectionery and for seasoning, 
postpaid. 
487. LAVENDER. (Perennial.) 
seasoning and the dried leaves for sachets. 
Pkts., 15c; Ye oz., 85c, postpaid. 
492, SAGE. (Perennial.) Dried leaves much used for 
seasonings in dressings; the most popular of all herbs. 
Pkt., 10c; Ye oz., 65c; 0z., $1.20, postpaid, 
494, SUMMER SAVORY. Dried leaves and flowers are 
used for flavoring soups and dressings. Pkt., 10c; Ye oz., 
35c, postpaid. 
- 488, SWEET FENNEL, (Perennial.) Seeds are used in 
confectionery. The young shoots can be eaten raw or used 
in soups and salads for flavoring. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15¢; 
Y% oz., $80c, postpaid. 
489, MARJORAM. 
(Perennial.) Leaves are used in 
Pkt., 15c; Y% oz., $1.00, 
Leaves are used for 
PKG, | LOGs2 
(Perennial.) Sweet. Tops green or 
dried, used for flavoring soups. Pkt., 10c; YY 02z., 80c, 
postpaid, 
490. ROSEMARY. (Perennial.) The leaves are used for 
flavoring soups and meats. Pkt., 10c; ¥% oz. 80c, postpaid. 
496, THYME. (Perennial.) The leaves and shoots are 
used for seasoning and flavoring sausage and other meats. 
Pkt., 15c; Y% oz., 85c, postpaid. 
498. WORMWOOD. (Perennial.) The dried leaves are 
tised as a poultry tonic. It has a fragrant, spicy odor and 
a bitter taste. Pkt., 15c, % oz., $1.00, postpaid. 
499, MIXED HERBS. A mixture of all varieties. Pkt., 
10c; 2 pkts., 15¢c; Y oz., 40c, postpaid, 
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 long 
fruited, dark green, 7- 
inch pointed pods. Seed 
of this variety can be 
planted in the open 
ground, Pkt., 10c; o0z., 
Then! Vas Ibi 23 bCse Ibi, 
$1.15, 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.) 
Olds’ Mustard Spinach, 
(40 days from seed.) Dwarf spreading va- 
riety. Attractive bright 
green color, ery 
Hardy. > EKt,,. L0c; ~~ 02z;, 
PASS say wail fe ATR SOR a oyy 
MUSTARD 
$2.30. postpaid, 
Used for greens and salads during the hot summer 
months. 
257. SOUTHERN GIANT CURLED. (60 days.) Most 
popular variety. Leaves large and wide, bright green 
and curly on the edges. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 15c; 1% Ib., 30c; 
Ib., $1.00, postpaid. 
259. MUSTARD SPINACH OR TENDER GREEN. 
(50 days.) It is a very desirable quick growing, tender 
variety with long, broad, smooth leaves and white mid- 
ribs. The tender dark green leaves are usually ready for 
a ie? in - to 4 Naf ea as planting. Dry weather will 
not injure the crop. kt. 65 0%., 15c;3 2 é : 
$1.25, postpaid, ; : : } 5 eee ge cdeaa 
Early Dwarf Long Pod Okra. 
Dwarf Curled Scotch Kale. 
SALSIFY OR VEGETABLE OYSTER 
397. MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. 
creamed vegetable 
days.) Used as.a 
Giant Musselburg Leek. 
OLDS’ HERB PLANTS 
(160 
and in flavoring 
soups. The roots are long, 
smooth, creamy white, and 
straight. Keeps well in 
storage or can be left in 
garden over winter and 
used in the spring. Pkt., 
LO0c3 0z.,  45c;- 4 ‘Ab., 
$1.25; Y% Ib., $2.10; Ib., 
$4.00, postpaid, 
BEEK 
Leeks belong to the 
onion family and are val- 
uable for soups and sgal- 
ads; they may also be 
sliced and cooked like 
green peas. 
210. GIANT MUS- 
SELBURG. (145 
days.) Long, thick, white 
stems. Medium green 
leaves. Pkt., 10c; z., 
45e; % Ib., $1.40; Ihb., 
$4.20, postpaid, 
SCENTED GERANIUMS 
Salsify. 
BALM, LEMON, (Perennial) Culinary, tea and 
for scented garden. Green lemon-scented leaves. 
COSTMARY. (Perennial) Fragrant herb, 
sweet scent, used in sachets. Green leaf. 
LEMON VERBENA (Tender Perennial) One 
of the most fragrant herbs. Pointed green leaves, 
strong lemon smell. Excellent tea. Note: When 
transplanting, will lose leaves with new growth 
developing in about 10 days. 
LOVAGE. (Perennial) Delicious celery-like 
flavor. Used in many dishes as flavoring agent. 
SWEET MARJORAM (Tender_ Perennial) 
Widely used as flavoring agent. Hxcellent for 
edging. Quite tender. Best to treat as annual. 
ROSEMARY. (Tender Perennial) Like mini- 
ature pine tree, very fragrant. Used widely for 
flavoring meats, stews, etc. 
RUE (Perennial) Excellent for formal beds. 
Bright green foliage. Bitter medicinal taste. 
SAGE, (Perennial) A flavoring favorite for 
sausage, chicken stuffing, etc. 
WINTER SAVORY. (Perennial) Fine pun- 
gent flavoring agent. Low spiky growth, Decor- 
ative as well as flavorful. 
SORREL (Perennial) Delightful flavorer for 
salads. Makes delicious soup. Spreads fast. 
FERN LEAF TANSY, (Perennial) Resembles 
fern. Used as flavoring. Very decorative. 
Plants will be sent direct from our growing sta- 
tion about May 10th, weather permitting, They 
are packed in 2%, 3 and 8%-inch pots, depend- 
ing upon varieties. No orders accepted after the 
10th of June or from the following states: 
Florida, California, Oregon, «and Washington. 
Prices all Herb Plants. Each, 55c; 3 for $1.50, 
postpaid. 
TRUE TARRAGON (Perennial) An old flavor- 
ing favorite for salad, fish and yinegars. 
THYME, KITCHEN. (Perennial) A favorite 
for flavoring meats, gravies, etc. Low ground 
hugging tiny leaved plant. Very pungent. 
CURLY MINT (Perennial) For flavorful mint 
bed, a fine and decorative variety. 
PEPPERMINT (Perennial) Well known flavor, 
Adds fragrance to garden and cool drinks. 
PENNYROYAL (Tender Perennial) Pungent 
fresh scent. Insect repellent, Fine for tea. Grows 
like mint. 
BLACK SPEARMINT (Perennial) A_ newer, 
lower growing mint, dark in color, excellent for 
fresh flavoring drinks and salads. 
OTHER POPULAR HERBS 
In addition to the herbs described we can also 
supply the following: Apple Mint, Chives, Ori- 
ental Garlic, Germander Horehound, Lavender 
Cotton, English Mint, Silver Mint, Pineapple 
Mint, Oregano, Dwarf Southernwood, Lemon 
Thyme, and Wild Thyme. 
es i 
The scented Geraniums (Pelargoniums) are 
fascinating plants that never cease to please 
friends and flower lovers. Make fine house 
plants with suitable place and care, All varie- 
ties are tender and must be carried over in 
winter as house plants. Prices: All varieties, 
each, 60c; 3 for $1.60; 10 for $4.50, postpaid, 
APRICOT SCENTED. Strong fruity fragrance 
like apricot. Lovely pink-lavender blossom in 
spring. 
ALMOND SCENTED. Also known as Pretty 
Polly. Deep bright green leaves. Pretty pink 
blossoms. <A lovely plant. 
BALM SCENTED. Spicy lemon-like smell. 
Small pink blossom. 
LEMON SCENTED. Bright, small crinkly 
green foliage. Strong lemon fragrance. Purple 
blossoms in spring and early summer. Note: 
When transplanted, leaves invariably turn 
brown. Takes time to re-establish self, 
LIME SCENTED. Crinkly foliage and purple 
blossoms, Marked lime scent. Will delight your 
friends, 
MINT SCENTED. Sprawling growth with 
large soft green leaves and silky stem, Pungent 
mint-like fragrance. Very popular. 
ROSE GERANIUM. Well known to all. 
gent Rose-like smell. Small pink blossoms. 
ROBERS LEMON ROSE. Deeply cut foliage. 
oe blossoms, fragrance a mixture of rose and 
emon, 
Pun- 
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