ALL GARDEN AND MEDICINAL HERB SEEDS 
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sown early in the spring in rich soil, the 
leaves are ready in late mid-summer; 
being hardy they will be ready for use in 
the spring following cutting before flower 
stems develope. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 30¢; 1% lb. 80¢ 
CRESS, True Water 
Nasturtium officinalis) Low trailing per- 
ennial growing in wet ground and springs. 
easily grown from seed and is best for 
greens in early spring or fall. 
Pkt. 20¢;Oz. 90¢ 
DILL 
(Anethrum graveolens) Parsley Family 
grown for its seeds, which are used in 
flavering of dill pickles. Sow early in the 
spring or late in fall, in rows 18” apart, 
thinning to 8-10 in. in row. When ripe 
cut the heads, drying them on canvas and 
then thrashing out the seeds, which can 
be stored in cloth bags in a dry place. 
Pkt. 10¢; Oz. 25¢; lb. 40¢ 
FENNEL, Long Sweet 
(Foeniculum vulgare) A hardy perennial 
grown as an annual for its aromatic seeds 
and fragrant young leaves, both used in 
flavoring; seeds are slow to germinate, 
so sow early in the spring, give full sun 
any ordinary care. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 50¢ 
—Florentine. (F. vulgare, var. dulce) Has 
greatly enlarged leaf bases from a bulb- 
like base, 3-4 in. in diameter; the bulbs 
are blanched by covering with earth and 
then cooked as a vegetable but the stalks 
which resemble Anise-fllavored Celery, can 
be eaten raw. Make plantings every two 
Pkt. 20¢; 
weeks, growth rapid. Oz. 60¢ 
SWEET FENNEL, Sicily 
Large Sweet Broad Bottom. Similiar to 
Florentine or Florence Fennel, and having 
a very broad base or ’apple‘, is extra 
tender. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 30¢; %%4 Ib. 85¢. 
HOARHOUND 
(Marrubium vulgare) An aromatic per- 
ennial with woolly white foliage and 
whitish flowers; used mainly in flavoring 
candies; plant thrives in dry soil.Pkt. 20¢ 
HYSSOP (HIS-up) ‘ 
(Hyssopus_ officinalis) Hardy perennial 
herb or sub-shrub grown as a culinary 
and medicinal herb and as an ornamental; 
grown from seed sown early in spring or 
late fall; transplant in early summer to 
12-18 inches apart; limy soil best. 
Pkt. 15¢ Oz. 50¢ 
LAVENDER, absinthium. 
Shrubby plant and grown as a source 
for absinthe; hardy and easily grown. 
Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 50¢ 
LAVENDER, True. 
(Lavendula spica) Not real hardy in 
N. and must be protected with a good 
mulch of straw; they develope their best 
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fragrance if grown in a dry, light, limey 
friable soil in full sun, the soil not too 
rich. Grown for an ornament as well as 
for its leaves which are dried, giving off 
its rich fragrance for which it is valued. 
Start early in spring indoors or try plant- 
ing it outdoors in Nov. Pkt. 25¢; 3 for 55¢ 
LEEK 
(Allium porrum) A hardy biennial with 
a mild onion flavor, grown for its thick 
leaves and stems and used as asparagus or 
for seasoning soups and meats dishes. 
Sow early in spring in a seed bed, trans- 
planting when 3” tall, 1-2 in. apart in flats; 
plant in light rich moist but well drained 
soil in rows with the plants 12-15” apart, 
setting them half their height in soil and 
gradually draw earth around stems as 
they grow. The plants can be dug for 
winter use, placing them in a cold frame 
or cool cellar, having a low temperature. 
Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 40¢; % Ib. $1.60. 
LOVAGE 
(Levisticum officinale) A perennial herb 
growing to 6 ft. with glossy dark green 
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leaves and _ greenish-yellow flowers in 
umbels, hardy as far N as Pa. and II1., 
best in deep rich soil, easy to grow. Cul- 
tivated for its aromatic fruits. Pkt. 15¢ 
RHUBARB 
(Rheum rhaponticum) White Rhubarb 
is commonly increased by division of the 
root, growing it from seed is a much easier 
method, cheaper and above all plants from 
seed are much stronger and better grow- 
ers. It comes very true to type as well. 
Sow seed early in the spring, growing 
them in a rich soil, transplanting them as 
they get size and finally set out in rows 
4-5 ft. apart both ways. They stand a 
good amount of manure. 
—Golath. A red stem variety that is used 
very much. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 25¢; 1% lb. 80¢ 
—Queen Victoria. A popular English var 
Pkt. 15¢; Oz.25¢; 1% lb. 80¢ 
ROCKET-SALAD 
(Eruca sativa) Roquette. It is used as 
greens. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 45¢ 
ROSEMARY 
(Rosmarinus officinalis) A hardy shrubby 
plant grown chiefly for its aromatic leaves 
used in seasoning as well as an oil used 
in medicines. Grows 6. ft. and lasts for 
years with a little winter protection; pre- 
fers dry, well drained soils 
Pkt. 25¢;....0z. $1.60. 
RUE 
(Ruta graveolens) A perennial shrubby 
plant to 3 ft. with yellowish flowers; has 
medicinal properties as well as_ orna- 
mental. Pkt. 25¢ 
SWEET BASIL 
(Ocymum basilicum) Easily grown ten- 
der annual, 1 ft. Leaves delightfully clove- 
scented and used either green or dried 
in seasonings soups, salads, cottage cheese, 
chopped meats or sausages. Plant 6-10” 
apart, thrives in light, warm soils. Cut 
in undles to dry. Plants can be potted 
for winter growing. Pkt. 15¢; Oz. 45¢. 
SAGE 
(Salvia officinalis) Hardy perennial, 
easily grown; plant early in spring or in 
Nov. The leaves are dried and used as 
seasoning in meats, sausages, stuffings 
and cheeses. Space 214-3 ft. 
Pkt. 15¢; 
SAVORY, Winter 
(Satureja montana) A perennial herb or 
sub-shrub that is grown and used much| 
like the Summer Savory. Pkt. 15¢....0z. 65¢ 
Oz. 30¢. 
SAVORY, Summer 
,(Satureja hortensis) Hardy annual and 
very useful culinary herb, the aromatic 
leaves being used, either green or dried, 
soups and stews. Start seed in pans on 
account of their small size, transplanting 
as soon as large enough, spacing 15 inches 
apart; thrive in a good garden soil and 
full sun. It is very famous for its flavor 
in green string beans and should be grown 
in all bean sections. Pkt. 15¢;....0z. 45¢. 
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HARRY E. SAIER - DIMONDALE, MICHIGAN 
