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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph article dated September 22, 1949 partially reads, "Because he preferred the flavor of fresh herbs in food, Howard Howe, a nurseryman of 10400 Lemona Ave., grew a few parsley plants, sage, rosemary and chives in his backyard. As his interest in the hardy plants grew, so did his collection, until today he has the largest herb garden in Southern California...Howe includes four kinds of sage, four marjorams, five varieties of thyme and nine kinds of mint in his collection of more than 100 varieties."; See images #00133199 through #00133200 for all photos in this series.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;25 x 21 cm. Photographic prints
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