414 FERRY STREET. PITTSBURGH, PA. 63 



PURE GRASS SEEDS 



The Grass Seeds here offered arc of the highest purity and 

 vitaHty. We will be pleased to forward samples on request. 

 Prices subject to market changes. 



Kentucky Blue Grass. {Poa pratensis). The most widely 

 known of all natural grasses. It is a true perennial and improves 

 year after year. A valuable grass for lawns and also excellent 

 for pastures. Lb., 50 cts.; bu. (14 lbs.), $5.00; 100 lbs., $35.00. 



Canadian Blue Grass. {Poa comprcssa). Grows well on dry, 

 sandy or clayey soils. A good bottom grass, largely grown for 

 pastures and hay. Lb., 45 cts.; bu. (14 lbs.), $3.75; 100 lbs., $26.00. 



Red Top. (Agrostis paliistris). Fancy hulled seed. A hardy 

 native grass producing best results on moist soils, thrives also in 

 soils of a dryer nature. Recommended for lawns, golf grounds, 

 hay or pasture. Lb., 45 cts.; 25 lbs., $8.00; 100 lbs., $30.00. 



English Rye Grass. (Loliuni perennc). A quick growing 

 grass that remains green throughout the season. While called a 

 perennial it seldom lasts over three years. Is unexcelled for 

 quick growing lawns or golf links. Lb., 30 cts.; bu. (24 lbs.), 

 $4.50; 100 lbs., $18.00. 



Italian Rye Grass. (Lolium Italiciun). Like the English Rye 

 Grass it is a quick grower but lasts practically only one season. 

 Suitable for pasture mixtures. Lb., 30 cts.; bu. (18 lbs.), $3.50; 

 100 lbs., $18.00. 



Orchard Grass. (Dactylis glomcrata) . A rapid growing grass 

 used largely for pasture and hay purposes. Thrives best when 

 cut several times during the season. Lb., 30 cts.; bu. (14 lbs.), 

 $2.75; 100 lbs., $18.00. 



Creeping Bent. (Agrostis stolonifera) . A valuable grass for 

 putting greens and lawns. Forms a close turf of fine texture 

 that bears constant walking on. Lb., $2.00; 25 lbs., $40.00; 100 

 lbs., $150.00. 



Crested Dog's-tail. (Cynosiirus cristatus). The deep green 

 color, narrow blades and dwarf growth makes it an excellent 

 grass for both lawns and pastures. Lb., 65 cts.; 25 lbs., $12.00; 

 100 lbs., $45.00. 



Wood Meadow Grass. {Poa nemoralis). Will thrive to bet- 

 ter advantage in shady locations than any other grass. Used for 

 lawns, putting greens and pasture. Lb., $1.50; bu. (14 lbs.), 

 $20.00; 100 lbs., $125.00. 



Red Fescue. {Feshica rubra). Of a partly creeping nature 

 and thrives in all soils. Has good lasting qualities for shady 

 lawn locations. Lb., 90 cts.; 25 lbs., $18.00; 100 lbs., $70.00. 



Sheep Fescue. {Festuca ovina). Thrives in poor shallow 

 soils where other grasses would fail. Adapted for lawns and 

 mixtures for fair greens. Lb., 75 cts.; 25 lbs., $15.00; 100 lbs., 

 $55.00. 



Timothy. {Phclum pratcnse). Timothy is not surpassed by 

 any other grass as a crop to cut for hay. Its nutritive value is 

 increased by sowing with either Red Clover or Red Top. Write 

 for prices. 



Grass Seed Mixture for Hay. 10 lbs., $3.25; 100 lbs., $30.00, 

 Grass Seed Mixture for Pasture. 10 lbs., $3.25; 100 lbs., $30.00. 



