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66 DAME aERIRGY 2 SCOP DEE ROME VE@r: 
GRASS 
SEEDS 
Prices on Grass Seeds subject-to change. 
The pound prices include postage; 100 pound prices are by 
freight or express at purchaser’s expense. 
-RHODE ISLAND BENT GRASS (Agrostis canina). 
A valuable perennial for lawns and pasturage. Much like Red 
Top though smaller. Thrives on light, dry soils as well as on 
rich, moist ones. For lawn purposes, if used alone, it should 
be sown at the rate of about forty pounds per acre; for pas- 
ture, if used alone, twenty-four pounds per acre. Lb. 40c; 
$20.00 per 100 Lbs. 
RED TOP (Agrostis vulgaris). In Pennsylvania and states 
further south this is known as HERD’s GRASS, a name applied 
in New England and New York to Timothy. Itis a good, per- 
manent grass, standing our climate well, and makes good 
pasture when fed close. When sown alone, use about twenty- 
eight pounds seed per acre. Sow in spring or fall. 
Prime Chaff Seed, Lb. 20c; 100 Lbs. $5.09 
Choice (°° s¢ ~~ Lb. 20c3 100 Lbs. 7.09 
RED TOP, FANCY (cleaned from chaff). Sow eight to 
ten pounds per acre. Lb. 30c; $12.00 per 100 Lbs. 
MEADOW FOXTAIL (Alopecurus pratensis). An erect 
perennial, in appearance slightly resembling Timothy. Val- 
uable for permanent pastures and does best on good, moder- 
ately moist soil. If -sown alone use twenty-five pounds per 
acre. Lb. 40c; $25.00 per 100 Lbs. 
TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS (Avena elatior). A hardy 
perennial much used in the South and West. Its roots pene- 
trate deep and it thrives on any good soil. It yields a heavy 
crop and is valuable both for meadow and pasture. If used 
alone sow about thirty to forty pounds per acre. Lb. 80c3 
$16.00 per 100 Lbs. 
AWNLESS BROME GRASS (Bromus inermis). A per- 
ennial grass valuable for binding the soil of embankments 
and on account.of its ability to resist both drought and cold. 
On light, dry soils it is used for both hay and pasturage, but is 
not recommended for locations where better grasses will suc- 
ceed. Should be used at the rate of forty pounds per acre. 
Lb. 30c3 $16.00 per 100 Lbs. 
ORCHARD GRASS (Dactylis glomerata). One of the 
most valuable grasses on account of its quick growth and 
valuable aftermath. It has a tendency to grow in tufts, 
and does better if sown with clover, and as it ripens at the 
same time the mixed hay is of the best quality. When 
sown alone about MeL UeclE ne pounds are required per 
acre; if sown with clover, half that amount. It is perennial, 
and will last for years, but its habit of growth unfits it for 
lawns. Lb. 25e; $40.50 per 100 Lbs. 
HARD FESCUE (Festuca duriuscula). Similar to Sheep’s 
Fescue but not so dense, and grewing somewhat taller; this 
often will cover sandy soil under the shade of large trees 
where no other grass will grow; is a desirable addition to 
lawn grass. Sow thirty pounds per acre. Lb. 30c; $15.00 
per 100 Lbs. 
TALL FESCUE (Festuca elatior). A valuable perennial 
grass, very productive and nutritious. It is native to moist, 
heavy soil, where it probably does best, but it succeeds well 
on any good soil, wet or dry. If used alone sow forty pounds. 
per acre. Lb. 35c; $18.00 per 100 Lbs. 
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SHEEP’S FESCUE (Festuca ovina). A small, tufted, 
hardy grass, forming a cluster of narrow, cylindrical leaves, 
of value in mixture for lawns or dry soils and under shade. 
Sow about thirty-five pounds per acre. Lb. 80c3 $15.00 
per 100 Lbs. 
MEADOW FESCUE, OR ENGLISH BLUE GRASS 7%s- 
tuca pratensis). A perennial grass from two to four feet high, 
with flat, broad leaves. This is one of the standard European 
grasses. It needs rich ground, and succeeds well on prairie 
soil. This is an excellent pasture grass to take the place of 
the wild grasses, as it yields a large amount of early and late 
feed. Sow about twenty-five pounds per acre. Lb. 20¢; 
$8.00 per 100 Lbs. 
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS (Lolium perenne). A very 
valuable variety for permanent pasture. Succeeds well on 
almost any soil, but is particularly adapted to moderately 
moist or irrigated lands. It is largely used, mixed with other 
grasses, for lawns. Sow thirty to forty pounds per acre, in 
spring. Lb. 20cs $5.00 per 100 Lbs. 
HUNGARIAN (Panicum Germanicum). This is a species 
of annual millet, growing less rank, with smaller stalks, often 
yielding two or three tons of hay per acre. It is very popular 
and valuable with those who are clearing timber lands. Sow 
and cultivate like millet. Lb. 20c¢; 100 Lbs. at market. price. 
COMMON MILLET (Panicum mitiacewm). Requires a 
dry, light, rich soil, and grows two andahalf to four feet 
high, with a fine bulk of stalks and leaves, and is excellent for 
forage. For hay, sow broadcast, about twenty-five pounds 
per acre, from May ist to August ist. For grain, sow in drills, 
about twelve pounds per acre, and not later than June 20th. 
Lb. 20c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 
GERMAN, OR GOLDEN MILLET. An improved variety, 
medium early, growing three to five feet high. The heads are 
closely condensed, though the spikes are very numerous. The 
seeds are contained in rough, bristly sheaths and are round, 
golden yellow and beautifulin appearance. Lb. 25c; 100 Lhs. 
at market price. 
TIMOTHY (Phleum pratense). This is the most valuable 
of all the grasses for hay, especially in the North. Thrives 
best on moist, loamy soils of medium tenacity. It should be 
cut just when the blossom falls. Sow early in the spring or 
fall, at the rate of twelve pounds per acre, if alone, but less if 
mixed with other grasses. Lb. 20c; 100 Lbs. at market price. 
WOOD MEADOW GRASS (Poa nemoralis). Grows from 
one and a half to two feet high; has a perennial creeping 
root, and an erect, slender, smooth stem. One of the best 
varieties to sow in shaded situations, such as orchards and 
parks, for either hay or pasturage. Sow about thirty pounds 
per acre. Lb. 50c; $30.00 per 100 Lbs. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS, FANCY CLEAN (Poa pra- 
tensis). Sometimes called Junr, but the true JUNE or WIRE 
Grass is much inferior. The Kentucky BLUE Grass is the 
most nutritious, hardy and valuable of all northern grasses. 
In conjunction with white clover it forms a splendid lawn; 
for this purpose use four bushels of Blue Grass and six 
pounds of White Clover per acre. If sown by itself for pas- 
turage about twenty-eight pounds per acre will be required. 
Sow early in the spring, or in October or November. Per Lb. 
25c3 100 Lbs. $10.00 
FOWL MEADOW, OR FALSE RED TOP (Poa serotina). 
It yields well when sown on low, moist land, and stands 
longer in good condition for cutting than most grasses. It 
can be mowed almost any time from July to October. When 
three feet high it falls down, or lodges, and after a little time 
every joint puts forth new branches. The stalk is always 
sweet and tender, and cattle and sheep are fond of it. 
Requires about twenty-five pounds of seed per acre. Sow in 
spring.or fall. Per Lb. 40c; 100 Lbs. $22.00 
ROUGH STALKED MEADOW (Poa trivialis). <A strong 
growing, hardy grass, well suited for deep, moist soils, but 
of little value on soil which is poor or dry. Sow about twenty 
pounds per acre. Per Lb. 50c; 100 Lbs. $30.00 
Mixture). The essentials for a fine lawn are: First, a rich, 
well drained soil; second, careful preparation of the ground, 
making it as fine and smooth but mellow as possible; third, 
a wise selection of seeds; fourth, sowing at such a time as to 
give the young plants a chance to become well established 
before being subjected to very dry or to very cold weather. 
However much care is bestowed on the soil and seed, no 
lawn will be beautiful without frequent mowing and rolling. 
Too much care cannot be bestowed upen-the:selection of 
grasses, as some varieties are the most luxuriant in spring, 
others in summer, others again in autumn, and a combina- 
tion of the proper sorts is required for a perfect, carpet-like 
lawn. We have given much thought and made many experi- 
ments to secure the best selection, and think our Central 
Park Mixture is the best possible for permanent lawns. It 
may be planted early in spring, or fall, and should be sown 
at the rate of sixty to one hundred pounds per acre; much 
more is required than for hay or pasturage. If sown in the 
spring, sow as early as possible, making the surface very fine 
and smooth, then raking it over and sowing the seed just 
before a rain, which, if the surface has just been raked, will 
cover the seed sufficiently. If the expected rain does not 
come, cover by rolling with a light roller. If sown in the 
fall, sow before the autumn rains have ceased, and before 
very cold weather, give the young grass a light dressing of 
manure. One pound of this mixture is sufficient to sow 600 
square feet. Per Lb. 50c; 100 Lbs. $25.00 
FINE MIXED LAWN GRASS. per Lb. 35c; 100 Lbs. 
$15.00 
