202 EVERYTHING FOR THE GARDEN -Fertilizers 
Sheep Manure ~ oe 
Henderson’s Pulverized oe 
A Valuable Fertilizer for Garden, Grass, Farm and Greenhouse Use 
Contains the Life-giving Elements of Stable Manure in Concentrated Form 3 
Among the organic fertilizers Henderson’s Pulverized Sheep Manure is Farm Crops, hay fields, grains, etc; respond wonderfully to an application 
one of the most valuable. It contains all the essential plant food elements of of Henderson’s Pulverized Sheep Manure and produce profitable crops. 
stable manure, without the bulk and waste matter. It is assimilated rapidly e : a pon ae s 
by plant life and promotes a healthy and vigorous growth. Henderson’s Run down farms can be rapidly brought back te fertility by using ut aalieom 
Pulverized Sheep Manure is obtained direct by us from the largest American bination with cover crops for plowing under. Owing toits high nitrogenous _ 
Sheep ranches. It is dried, screened, sterilized, ground and pulverized and content it is recommended by practical growers for alfalfa, clover and other — 
is absolutely free from any adulteration; and contains a higher percentage leguminous crops. Depending on soil conditions, the quantity required 
of available plant food elements than any other brand. As there are no ranges from 1500 to 2000 lbs. to the acre, either drilled or broadcasted. 
viable weed seeds in this manure it may be used with safety under conditions 
where the use of stable manure would be unsatisfactory and even harmful. 
The Flower and Vegetable Garden is particularly benefited by the use of 
Henderson's Pulverized Sheep Manure because of the immediate availability 
of the plant food elements from which the plants can draw almost as soon.as 
Florists and Gardeners use immense quantities of Henderson's Pulverized 
Sheep Manure for greenhouse plant culture. Onaccount ofitsconcentrated, 
pulverized form, it is most desirable for mixing with potting soil, or to use _ 
in liquid form. In potting soil one part Sheep manure to six parts soilis — 
the manure is incorporated with the-soil. This insures vigorous, sturdy the usual proportion altho the quantity varies, depending on the nature of 
growth, prolific bearing and early maturity. It should be spread at the rate the plants to be potted. For liquid, use one pound of the manure to five — 
of 100 pounds to one thousand square feet or 2000 to 3000 lbs. to the acre gallons of water. In carnation, chrysanthemum or rose houses it is often 
applied after plowing just before the final harrowing. used for a light top-dressing. ee : 
Grass thrives luxuriantly when fed with Henderson’s Pulverized Sheep House Plants, palms, ferns, etc., other conditions being favorable, will 
Manure. It is safe and simple to apply; because the fertilizing elements 
readily enter the soil, leaving no trash and refuse to blow about the grounds. 
Use 100 pounds per thousand square feet of surface. Scatter broadcast over 
immediately manufacture a quantity of chlorophyl, which manifests itself ~ 
by the rich green color of the foliage and more luxuriant growth of the plants 
the old lawn or rake thoroughly into the top soil a day or two before seeding when they receive an application of Henderson Pulverized Sheep Man- ~ 
anew one. A top-dressing at any time during the summer season will start ure. It may either be applied in the dry state as a light top-dressing, orin 
new life and put new color and beauty into the lawn. > liquid form every few weeks. 
Price Pulverized Sheep Manure, in package, 5 Ibs. 50c., packed weight 6 lbs.; 10 Ib. 75c., packed weight 11 Ibs.; 25 lb. bag $1.25. packed weight 28 ‘4 
Ibs. boxing 25c. extra, 50 1b. bag, $2.00; 100 lb. sack $3.75; ton of 2000 ibs. $69.00. 4 
Note—25 lb. bags of Sheep Manure may be forwarded by parcel post provided—according to United States Post Office ruling—that it is securely a 
boxed and for which we are obliged to charge 25c. extra. Quantities up to and including 25 lbs. may be shipped by parcels post if postage is allowed in © 
accordance with zone rates on page 169. Quantities over 25 lbs. must be shipped by express or freight. ; ; R 
Bone Meal Humus 
Henderson’s Medium Fine Henderson’s Pulverized 
The great value of Bone Meal as a fertilizer was discovered many years NATURES PRODUCT FOR ENRICHING LAWNS AND GARDENS Be 
ago, through the surprising effect it had on a dairy pasture. As is well 
Ut ‘ : Humus is not a chemical fertilizer, but a natural organic substance con-— 
known, one of the reasons why milk is so highly prized as a food for growing a 8 
children, is because of the phosphate of lime which it contains (about 1 sisting of deposits of decomposed vegetable matter that have been accumu- 
pound to 25 gallons of milk). It will therefore be seen, that immense quanti- lating for countless ages. = 3 
ties of this important constituent are taken from the soil by grazing cattle; 33 
and it was-found that the most efficacious manner in which this could be Our supply which is obtained from a pre-historic lake basin, is dug, 
applied, was by broadcasting an application of Bone Meal on the pasture 
lands at the rate of 1 ton to the acre. 
Later investigations have also shown it to be an unrivaled fertilizer for 
numerous other crops. 
aerated and pulverized by specially designed machinery. On completion 
of its final preparatory treatment, it is delivered entirely free from any traces : 
of acidity or sourness. It is fine and friable without any excess of moisture, 
mee ed os : By ese i h intain the bacterial life which it tai d oa 
As the feeding rootlets of plants only assimilate their food in liquid form, Though moist enough to/maintatnithe bacterial lite Wii oa ee 
it will be observed, that a fertilizer that disintegrates slowly before it becomes modern scientists assert is so important in supplying the life giving energy 
soluble, will supply plant food over a long period of time. A fertilizer of this to the soil. ey aN 
character will also not leach through a light soil before the plant growth is rie: a 
ready to take it up. Henderson's Pulverized Humus is black in color, it is easy to apply and ~ 
_ It is for its slow disintegrating and long lasting qualities that Bone Meal serves many functions inthe soil. It loosens heavy clayey soils and promotes | 
is so very desirable for fertilizing all hard wooded plants, including: flower- aeration. -It increases the moisture absorbing power of light sandy soils 
i 1 it bushes, t , and the like. 4 =e : fe 3 
agechrubs: fruit bere ye ey as - . and corrects the mechanical condition of medium soils. . Unless there is a 
As there is absolutely no danger of burning or causing rot_in fleshy bulbs, 
including: Tulips, Hyacinths, etc., a liberal application of Bone Meal mixed supply of humus in some form in the soil it is impossible to obtain satisfactory 
into the soil before planting them will be amply repaid for by the remarkable crops of either grass, vegetables or flowers. 
size and brilliancy of the flowers obtained. : ; ( : : on 
For Lawns it is a dependable fertilizer as it contains the essential elements Henderson's Pulverized Humus is absolutely odorless and is therefore very 
that grass requires. It may be broadcasted as a top-dressing at any time desirable for using in flats for starting seedlings indoors, also for potting 
either in early spring or during the growing season with beneficial results. 
Farm crops, grains, etc., are all improved with the use of Bone Meal. 
Quantity required. For lawns, pasture and mowing lands, 10 lbs. to 200 We supply many carloads yearly to Golf Courses, Athletic Fields, etc. 
A 4 p ; ONS - : a. 
EEE Hele Hae, Rae Kor PECs OU GOES, gs Soc oe where it is found to be invaluable for top-dressing the turf. Garden Crops, 
‘beds, pot plants, etc., one part to about fifty of soil. Fiowers, Vegetables and Lawns all respond to liberal applications of Humus. 
bulbs and other house plants. 
Brecon eae re eo ra eee ty ays ean Price, 25-Ibs., 75c., 50 Ibs., $1.50; 100 Ibs., $2.50; 500 Ibs., $9.00; 1000 
If wanted by parcel post allow postage in accordance with zone rates on lbs., $15.00; Ton, $28.00. By express or freight only, purchaser paying 
page 169. Regarding 25 lb. bags see footnote below. transportation. Send for Special Quotation on car load lots. + 
Purchaser pays transportation charges on Fertilizers. Where packed weights are given thay may be forwarded 
by parcel post. Note—25 lb. bags of Bone Meal, Humus and Sheep Manure may be sent by parcel post — 
providing 25c. extra is allowed for boxing, which is required by the United States Post Ofice De- 
partment. Packed weight 28lbs. Allow postage in accordance with zone rates page 169. 
