EXOTIC AND UNUSUAL GARDEN AND VEGETABLE SEEDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

GO18 COFFEE CHICORY. CHICHORIUM.
An easy to grow coffee substitute costing pennies per pound. The large roots are roasted and ground to make a delicious caffeine free drink.
20 seeds $2.00

G020 SPECIAL HYBRID YELLOW MEATED WATERMELON.
This is a very fast growing and compact plant that bears 5-7 lb. "icebox" size melons with a crisp, sweet taste that can only come from this variety. Bears in 70 days.
12 seeds $1.95

G024 BROOMCORN.
Although still used as broomstock, this is primarily grown for fall decorations.
Small pack $1.95

G029 LUFFA (WASHRAG GOURD)
We offer this quaint plant because of the many requests we have had for it. The dried insides of the fruit do make good sponges.
12 seeds $1.95

G035 CATURA COFFEE. ARABICA CATURA.
A coffee plant that requires no tree shading and is a very heavy producer. Should be raised for houseplants even if you don't like coffee. For warm climates outside.
5 seeds $2.50

G037 IMPROVED RED POD OKRA.
Finally, a great tasting red pod okra that is fast growing and bountiful. The foliage and fruit have a lush, tropical appearance.
20 seeds $1.95

G040 PICKLING DILL.
Dill is very easy to grow and is used to flavor pickles, salads, soups and more. To harvest Dill, cut flowering stems when in full bloom. Spread out to dry on trays. When dry, rub off flowers and stems and discard the stems. Store the flowers and stems in an airtight container until ready to use.
100 seeds $1.50

G054 DELICIOUS ITALIAN DANDELION.
A new type of green that is taking green lovers by storm. The large leaves are more tasty and nutritious than any green you've ever tried.
Sample pack $1.95

GO55 BANANA CANTALOUPE.
A new type of garden melon with an exotic banana shape, pink colored flesh and a very sweet taste!
10 seeds $2.00

G057 HANGING BASKET CUCUMBER.
The perfect cucumber for small areas. Will produce loads of fruit when grown in hanging baskets or patio containers. Tasty cukes are straight and 5-8" in length.
20 seeds $1.95

GO68 BLACK AZTEC CORN.
The same corn raised by the Aztec Indians over 2,000 years ago. A fast grower and heavy producer. Corn kernels turn dark blue-black when mature. Good for fresh corn or for making decorative corn meal.
25 seeds $2.25

GO72 MOSQUITO PLANT. AGASTACHE CANA.
This hardy perennial will provide you with sweetly scented foliage and large 1" rosy-purple flowers. It attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. The crushed foliage rubbed on the skin is said to repel mosquitoes.
10 seeds $2.00

GO73 SOLID BLUE NAVAJO INDIAN FLOUR CORN.
A must corn for making flour and decorative purposes. Bears large 10" ears of purple blue corn. A good northern corn. Harvest in 110 days.
25 seeds $2.00

G074 MINATURE ORNAMENTAL INDIAN CORN.
If you enjoy fall decorations, you must raise a few stalks of this corn. Tiny ears averaging 3-4 inches in length with shades of yellow, red, purple, mahogany, and orange.
25 seeds $1.95

GO75 GOURMET POPCORN.
For popcorn lovers, this is the corn for you. Matures early, is comparable to supermarket popcorn, is easy to grow and makes huge kernels of popcorn when popped.
25 seeds $2.50

G076 PEPPERMINT EUCALYPTUS.
You should definitely grow this wonderful plant for cut flowers, dried arrangements and potpourri. The foliage has a strong peppermint fragrance. Pot grow in northern states.
10 seeds $1.95

G111 HANGOVER PLANT, SCULLCAP. SCUTELLARIA.
Got a friend or neighbor who parties a bit too much or suffers from headaches? Raise a few of these plants for them. An extract of the plant will give immediate relief for a hangover. A good border plant growing to 18" with a profusion of light blue flowers.
5 seeds $2.50

G134 SPANISH LICORICE. GLYCYRRHIZA ECHINATA.
Very similar to True Licorice in taste and uses. Grows to 4' with purple flowers. This is a must plant for anyone with a sweet tooth trying to cut down on their sugar intake.
5 seeds $2.50

G150 BRIGHT RED FRENCH PUMPKIN.
Most unusual!. A brilliant bright red pumpkin that is shaped flat and resembles a bright red cheese wheel more than a pumpkin. The 12-16 lb. fruits produce a sweet orange flesh that is great for pumpkin pies. A definite must for fall decorations.
5 seeds $1.95

G160 WINTER SPAGETTI SQUASH.
A fast maturing winter squash producing 4-5 lb fruits. Bake in oven, split open and remove the "spaghetti" and top with your favorite sauce, delicious!
10 seeds 10 seeds $1.95

G185 FANCY FRENCH PICKLING CUCUMBER.
A different type of cuke that is longer and slimmer than the ones we normally grow. Although they can be pickled when mature, they are fantastic when pickled finger size as "baby cukes". Also very good for salads and snacks raw.
20 seeds $1.95

G205 GIANT WATER LADDLE GOURD
Larger and faster growing than most gourds of this type. Harvest mature fruit, let shell dry, then coat with varnish and you have a great water laddle or decoration.
10 seeds $1.95

9605 TRUE IRISH SHAMROCK. TRIFOLIUM REPENS MINOR

No type of Irish celebration would be completes with out a few of the familiar shamrocks around. Can be started inside anytime of the year. 40 seeds $2.50

9607 BLACK WATTLE. ACACIA MEARNSII

So named because of its very dark branches. Has wattle like foliage and fragrant yellow flowers. Rather cold hardy and easy to grow. 5 seeds $2.00

9613 POTATO TREE. SOLANUM MACRANTHUM

Shrubby ornamental with 2" star shaped flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink and white. Very ornamental plant that should be grown for its appearance. Fruits are small and oval shaped. 5 seeds $2.50

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