FOR THE HOME BEAUTIFUL 97 



THE LAWN 



WE always admire the beauty of an unbroken 

 expanse of well kept greensward, properly bor- 

 dered with appropriate plantings. 



The rich velvety sheen of the grass is a treat 

 to the eye, and a joy to the soul. A beautiful 

 lawn, be it large or small, may easily be the setting 

 to ANY home. And it is more than worth while. 



In making a new lawn, or remaking an old one 

 that has become overrun with weeds, summer grass, 

 or that has developed- unsightly bare spots, the 

 ground should be first thoroughly plowed or 

 spaded, well raked, and leveled with a long 

 straight-edged board. 



Sow the seed, preferably right before a rain, 

 and it will be well if you firm the soil with an 

 available lawn roller, in order to make a compact 

 seed bed. If the roller is not to be had, then rake 

 the seed in lightly, right after it is sown. 



NEVER use cheap lawn grass seed, nor chaff 

 from the hayloft. It will pay you to use the 

 very best seed to be had, and there are various 

 mixtures, scientifically blended, for special pur- 

 poses and locations. 



For the average open lawn, use a good ever- 

 green lawn seed mixture, adding thereto, an ounce 



