. Lauch, Ger. LEEK Poireau, Fr. Puerro, Sp. Culture.—Sow early in April in drills 1 foot apart and 1 inch deep. When plants are 6 to 8 inches high, transplant in a deep, rich soil, in rows 12 inches apart and 6 inches in the rows as deep as possible, so that the neck may be covered and blanched; draw the earth to them as they grow. The seed may also be sown in August or September; plants transplanted in the spring. Dreer'S Prizetaker Leek. An excellent large variety of Leek, which is very mild and tender. The Leeks grow very long and thick, and pure white in color. On account of its size and a
. Lauch, Ger. LEEK Poireau, Fr. Puerro, Sp. Culture.—Sow early in April in drills 1 foot apart and 1 inch deep. When plants are 6 to 8 inches high, transplant in a deep, rich soil, in rows 12 inches apart and 6 inches in the rows as deep as possible, so that the neck may be covered and blanched; draw the earth to them as they grow. The seed may also be sown in August or September; plants transplanted in the spring. Dreer'S Prizetaker Leek. An excellent large variety of Leek, which is very mild and tender. The Leeks grow very long and thick, and pure white in color. On account of its size and attractive appearance, this variety is an ideal one for growing to show at exhibitions in the fall. Pkt., 10 cts.; oz., 30 cts.; \ lb., $ Giant Carentan. Produces a large, thick stem and of mild flavor. An attractive variety for market and very hardy. Pkt., 5 cts.; oz., 15 cts.; J lb., 50 cts. Musselburg. An improved variety of Leek which grows to a very large size, with broad leaves, spreading like a fan. Pkt, 5 cts.; oz., locts.; \ lb., 50 cts. London, or American Flag. A popular sort, hardy and good quality. Grows quickly and ready at an early season. Pkt, 5 cts.; oz., 15 cts.; \ lb., 50 cts. HERB SEEDS. CULTURE.—Sow early in spring in shallow drills, 1 foot apart; when up a few inches thin out or transplant. They should be cut on a dry day just before they come into full blos- som, tied in bunches and hung up or spread thinly on a floor to dry. Those marked with a * are perennial. Pkt. Oz. Anise. For flavoring $ $ *Balm. For tea or wine 05 .20 Basil, Sweet. Used in soups 05 .15 Bene. Used medicinally 05 .10 Borage. Excellent for bees .05 .15 Caraway. Used in bread, etc 05 .10 Castor Oil Bean. Ornamental 05 .20 *Catnip. Relished by cats 10 .30 Chamomile. Used medicinally 10 .30 Coriander. Veiy aromatic 05 .10 Cumin. For flavoring pastry 05 .]0 Dill. For Dill Pickles 05 .10 *Fennel, Sweet. For sauces 05 .10 *Horehound. For coughs 05 .20 *Lavender. For perfume
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