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22. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUlDE.

[image] VINE PEACH

VINE PEACH.
A splendid novelty introduced by us. The vine on which they are borne is somewhat similar to the muskmelon vine, and requires the same cultivation. The fruit is about the size of a large peach, oval shaped, and of a bright orange yellow color, somewhat russetted. For sweet pickles, pies or preserving they are superb. Recipes for preparing for the table will be sent with each order. In the west or northwest where fruit is scarce, they are becoming popular, as they are easily cultivated, wonderfully prolific, and can be used in every way in which you would use a peach, except hat they are not usually liked raw. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.

ORNAMENTAL POMEGRANATE.
An ornamental little fruit which a century ago was commonly grown in the garden, but is now rarely seen. Grows on a pretty vine; fruit is round, yellow, irregularly striped with orange, red or mahogany; fragrant, a single specimen will sweetly perfume a room many days. Pkt. 10c.

GROUND CHERRY.
IMPROVED YELLOW.--Another year adds only to the popularity of this little fruit which we introduced, and a is now listed in the catalogues of the leading seedsmen of the country to whom we supply seed. It is a great improvement on the Wild Ground Cherry. They grow well on almost any dry soil; are easier raised than the tomato, and are prolific bearers, and oh! what luscious fruit. For sauce or pies they are excellent. They are delicious as preserves and when dried in sugar are much better than raisins for cakes and puddings, and they will keep, in the shuck, if kept in a cool place, nearly all winter. No one, after raising them once, will ever make a garden again without devoting a portion to the Ground Cherry. Directions for preserving sent with each packet. Pkt. 5c, ½ oz. 25c, oz. 40c.

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GIANT SCARLET.--Also called Chinese Lantern Plant. A very popular novelty and has proven quite satisfactory in some sections. Pkt. 10c.

[image] GARDEN LEMON

GARDEN LEMON.
Introduced by us aud [and] has been highly praised. Fruit is of the shape shown in our engraving, is somewhat smaller than Vine Peach, which it resembles in growth, but has thinner flesh, and is decidedly more acid thus dispensing with the sliced lemons which are so important in putting up the Vine Peach. Directions for cooking with each packet. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.

NASTURTIUM.
These furnish tender seed-pods which make delicious pickles. For this purpose we send the Tall or Climbing Mixture. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 25c.

GOURDS.
Cultivate as cucumbers, or may be trained over lattice work, fences, etc.

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JAPANESE NEST EGG.--Grows almost uniformly to the size, color and shape of a hen's egg. The shells are hard and make the very best of nest eggs, as they do not crack. The largest ones, when sawed in two, make excellent pots for starting tomato, strawberry and other plants. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
DIPPER.--Makes a lighter and more convenient dipper than can be bought. Dippers of various sizes of a capacity of from a pint to a quart and a half can be had from a few vines. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
SUGAR TROUGH--For buckets, etc. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
LUFFA, or Dish Cloth.--The peculiar lining of this fruit, which is sponge-like, porous, tough, elastic and durable, makes a natural dish-cloth or sponge. Start seed early. Pkt. 10c, oz. 35c.
HERCULES CLUB.--Grows to immense size--4 to 6 ft. long. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
MIXED UTILITY.--Seeds of above mixed. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.
ORNAMENTAL MIXED--A mixture of the odd shaped and fancy colored sorts. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c.

CURIOUS VEGETABLES.
ORNAMENTAL MICE.--The vegetable curiosity which has attracted so much attention. It is a native of Central Africa, having a small, neat growing vine and bears numerous oval fruits, clear green in color, which are always completely covered with long, light green spines or hairs. Nice for pickling. Pkt. 10c.
CATERPILLARS.--Prostrate creeping plants with small yellow flowers changing into "Vegetable Caterpillars." They are grown as curiosities, and sometimes are put into salads and pickles. Pkt. 10c.
SNAILS.--Another singular variety having most oddly twisted seed pods resembling snails. Pkt. 10c.
COTTON--Grown mainly as a curiosity in the north. Start the seed early in the house and transplant to the field as soon as warm weather arrives. It makes an ornamental plant in the flower bed and has showy, large flowers followed by the ball of pure white cotton which interest everyone. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.

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ALPINE STRAWBERRIES.--Sown early, they will produce bearing plants the first year. They are grown in large quantities in Europe, where they are everbearing, producing all summer. Pkt. 10c.
MARTYNIA.--Also called "Devil's Claw" and "Unicorn Plant." A large, ornamental plant, bearing beautiful flowers which are succeeded by large seed-pods which when young are fine for pickling. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c.
MOUGRI.--A wonderful vegetable from the Island of Java, which is greatly liked by the natives. Pods sometimes 2 to 3 feet long and are eaten raw or cooked. Taste like water cress. Pkt. 10c.
EGYPTIAN LENTILS.--Largely used in oriental countries as a principal article of diet. It was from these that the dish of pottage was made for which Esau sold his birthright to Jacob in Bible times, and many will be interested in them for that reason. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 25c, lb. 25c.
CHINESE TEA.--We are sure that many of our customers will be glad to grow this as a curiosity if nothing else. The plant is of a shrubby nature, with beautiful shiny foliage and fragrant blossoms, requiring the same treatment as any tender shrub. Can be kept growing in pots through the winter. About 10,000 pounds of tea per year is grown by one man in South Carolina. Pkt. 10c.

HERBS.

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In making up your assortment of seeds for the year don't neglect to order a few varieties of herbs. The chief point is to harvest them properly, which should be done on a dry day when not quite in full bloom, then dried quickly and packed closely, and entirely excluded from the air. Those marked with an asterisk (*) are perennial.
ANISE.--Seeds have an agreeable, aromatic taste. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.
BALM.--For making balm tea. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.
BASIL, SWEET.--For flavoring soups, stews, etc. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
BORAGE.--Leaves used for flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
*CARAWAY.--Seeds are used for flavoring bread, etc. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.
*CATNIP or Catmint.--For seasoning. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c.
CORIANDER.--Seeds are used in confectionery. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 25c.
CASTOR OIL PLANT.--Seeds are pressed out to obtain oil. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 20c, lb. 50c.
*CHAMOMILE.--Largely used for medicinal purposes. Pkt. 10c, oz. $1.50.
*DANDELION.--Grown for greens; also for medicine. Pkt. 5c, oz. 35c.
DILL.--Seeds are used for dill pickles. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 20c, lb. 60c.
*FENNEL, SWEET.--Leaves are used in sauces. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.
*HOREHOUND.--For seasoning and cough remedy. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
*HYSSOP.--Used for asthma and catarrh. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
*LAVENDER.--Used largely as a perfume. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.
MARJORAM, SWEET--For seasoning. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
*ROSEMARY.--Aromatic leaves used for seasoning. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c.
*RUE.--For medicinal purposes; good for fowls. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
SAFFRON.--Dried flowers used for coloring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c.
*SAGE.--Much used for dressings. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, ¼ lb. 40c, lb. $1.40.
SUMMER SAVORY.--Used for flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, ¼ lb. 30c.
SWEET WOODRUFF.--A sweet-scented herb; forms the principal ingredient of the famous German Maitrank. Pkt. 5c, oz. 60c.
*TANSY.--Cultivated for its medicinal properties. Pkt. 5c, oz. 40c.
*THYME.--Leaves and young shoots used for seasoning. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
*WORMWOOD.--Used medicinally and for poultry. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c.
MIXED VARIETIES.--A mixture of all the above. A nice garden assortment. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, ¼ lb. 45c.

A CHOICE SELECTION OF HERBS IS A VALUABLE ADDITION TO ANY GARDEN.