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Synthetic pesticides are more of a threat to man than the insects it would seem. As each generation of insects become more immune the pesticide, stronger and more potent insecticides are released. In the meantime we humans are absorbing these chemicals as they permeate our homes, gardens and lawns and in turn we are depleting the quality of our health and the health of our pets. We hope that most American gardeners will help reverse this trend by using natural pest deterrents that have been used successfully for generations. We offer the following seeds to aid them in their efforts.

1704 MOUNTAIN TOBACCO: Attenuata.
A graceful and ornamental species with white inch long flowers flushed pink outside. It is a night blooming annual that grows to 4-5 ft. with pointed leaves. A very popular tobacco with the Navajo Indians. It is an all purpose plant. I recommend using it as an ornamental, filler and pesticide base. To make the perfect garden pesticide, mix 1teaspoon of powdered dried leaves with one teaspoon of dishwashing detergent into one gallon of water. Apply with sprayer.
25 seeds $1.95

1708 KENTUCKY COFFEE TREE. Gymnocladus Dioica
A large shade tree with long leaves that are pinkish in spring, green in summer and yellow in fall. The seeds can be roasted and eaten like nuts or made into a coffee substitute. The bruised foliage when sprinkled with sweetened water will attract and kill flies. Can be raised in containers.
3 seeds $2.00

1711 BLACK LOCUST, FALSE ACACIA. Robina
Beautiful ornamental loaded with white fragrant flowers. An excellent shade tree with acacia type foliage. The fragrant flowers can be smelled for hundreds of ft. in spring. The bruised foliage mixed with sugar will attract and kill flies.
20 seeds $1.95

1714 CHINABERRY TREE. Melia Azedarach
A handsome and dense tree. The profuse berries are used to make necklaces and insecticides. Also called Lilac Tree, Pride of India and Bead Tree. To make flea repellent for lawns, mix 1 tablespoon of dry, powdered berries with on teaspoon of dishwashing detergent to a gallon of water and spray on lawns with a sprayer. This will also repel flying insects as well.
4 seeds $1.95

1717 OSAGE ORANGE. Maclura
A fast growing shrub often grown as a hedge. Pretty foliage with greenish flowers. Good as a background or border plant. The crushed fruits of this plant are said to attract and kill cockroaches. Can be raised as container plant in northern states.
10 seeds $1.95

1719 SHOO-FLY PLANT. Nicanda Physalodes
A vigorous bushy annual to 2-5 ft. tall with sky-blue bell flowers a inch wide, followed by unusual, papery 5 wing pods that are excellent for dried arrangements. A beautiful ornamental that is raised around greenhouses for its possible fly repelling and killing properties. Said to attract and kill white flies.
15 seeds $1.95

1721 BLAZING STAR. Spicata
A beautiful plant often raised for its ornamental appeal. Has rosy purple spikes of flowers up to 15" long. The dried roots of the plant have a soft vanilla smell and will repel moths when placed among clothes. A hardy perennial that is easy to grow from seeds reaching 3-6 ft. tall.
20 seeds $1.95

1724 ROSEMARY. Rosemarinus Officinalis
Evergreen aromatic shrubs from the Mediterranean. Grows 2-6 ft. with pale blue 1/2" flowers and attractive foliage. Powdered Rosemary leaves are used as a flea and tick repellent. Simply dust the powder onto the pet or areas where the pet sleeps. A very effective and safe repellent.
20 seeds. $1.95

1727 WORMWOOD. Artemisia Absinthium
A hardy perennial to 3-5 ft. with gray, silky foliage and leafy spikes of small flowers. Hardy throughout the US. Easy to grow from seeds. Has many uses as food seasoning and medicinal plant. Powdered dust from the plant sprinkled on plants and the soil will deter many insects. Not because it is toxic, but simply because they do not like its fragrance.
20 seeds $1.95

1729 PENNYROYAL. Mentha Pelugium
A small leaved perennial herb that has spikes of lavender, fragrant flowers. Ground pennyroyal is one of the most effective tick deterrents available. Dust powder made from the leaves around areas where the pet sleeps and plays.
25 seeds $1.95

1735 LEMON BASIL. Ocimum
An aromatic tender annual with small pretty flowers and lemony fragrance. An attractive plant that is easy to grow. When planted in the garden close to tomatoes, it not only improves the taste of the tomatoes but deters white flies as well.
20 seeds $1.95

1739 TRUE LAVENDER. Lavandula
A beautiful aromatic perennial that is hardy to zone 5 and can be raised in tubs in colder climates. The most fragrant lavender. Beautiful lavender flowers on long stems and narrow green leaves. Sow in fall or spring. When planted in the garden, it will deter pests with its fragrance. When dried and placed in closets and drawers with clothes, it will deter moths and lend its wonderful fragrance to the clothes.
40 seeds $1.95

1746 CITRIODORA. Eucalyptus
Beautiful, shiny, round silvery-grey leaves. Makes excellent cut foliage. Can be container grown. Will stand cold to -17 degrees. Outside it will grow as a tree to 50 ft.
5 seeds $1.95

1751 PYRETHRUM PLANT. Pyrethrum cocconeia
A beautiful daisy that is hardy and blooms throughout the spring and summer. It flowerheads is used to make probably the best natural pesticide available.
40 seeds. $1.95

1752 GOPHER SPURGE. Euphorbia latyrus
While we realize the gopher is not an insect, we have had many requests for these seeds. The plant is said to produce a acrid milky juice in its roots that gophers cannot stand. It is said one should plant several of these plants in the yard and garden to discourage the pests.
10 seeds $2.00

DEWORMING CONCOCTION

This is an old time remedy for deworming dogs and cats. Use full amount on dogs and 1/4 amount on cats. Mix one teaspoon of dried, powdered rosemary and one teaspoon of wormwood with 1/2 teaspoon of fresh ground garlic. Mix well and divide into 4 portions. Give pet a portion mixed in with food or pet treat four times a day. Repeat this for 3 days and pet should be completely dewormed.

THE SAFE INSTANT KILL INSECTICIDE

The most effective insecticide that instantly kills flying and crawling insects on contact but does no harm to mammals or birds is the dried and crushed flowers of the Pyrethrum Plant. This brown powder will kill or stun the insects the moment it touches them but does no harm to pets when sprinkled on their coats. This member of the daisy family is a beautiful ornamental and will compliment any garden or flower bed. While very effective, the dried powder only lasts for a few days. You can prolong its use throughout the year by freezing fresh flower heads in zip-lock bags and drying and crushing them as needed.

THE GREAT MOSQUITOE REPELLENT Mosquitoes are very sensitive to certain scents, Chamomile and Citriodora especially. Both are easy to grow and both are used in dry flower arrangements. Citriodora is also used in potpourri. To make The Great Mosquito Repellent, take one oz. of green leaves from both plants and boil in a gallon of water. Strain and place in the refrigerator. Before going outside, splash the mixture liberally over your face and exposed parts of your body. You will enjoy the fresh, citrus smell but the mosquitoes will stay far away.

TOBACCO DUST. This dust is ideal for making a great natural pesticide. Mix 1/8 oz. of tobacco dust with one tablespoon of black pepper and one teaspoon of liquid dishwashing detergent. Simply apply as you would a chemical pesticide. This dust is also very effective sprinkled around the base of plants. $2.00 per ounce

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