BOLGIANO'S “Capitol Brand” Corn, Clover, Hay and Pasture Grasses 
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CLOVERS 
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa). A perennial legume thriving best on well- 
drained, heavily limed soils. Being a heavy feeder, Alfalfa re- 
quires an abundance of available plant-food, particularly phos- 
phoric acid. Varieties most used in Washington area are Oklahoma 
approved, Kansas Common, Buffalo and Williamsburg. 
Alsike (Trifolium bybridum). The hardiest of Clovers. 
rather heavy silt or clay soil with plenty of moisture. 
Prefers a 
Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum). A winter annual. Im- 
proves poor soils and furnishes forage when pastures are resting. 
Sow in spring, summer and fall. Reseeding types also available. 
Ladino Clover (Trifolium repens latum). This perennial is known 
as the Giant White Clover. A low-growing, leafy plant with 
succulent and somewhat coarse stems. Under proper moisture 
conditions, these stems will take root at the joints, and in this 
manner thicken up the stand. 
Medium Red or June Clover (Trifolium pratense). Does best on 
rich, well-drained soil containing an abundance of lime. Makes 
two crops of hay a year and may be sown in spring or fall. 
Kenland Red Clover. A superior, longer-lived strain of Red Clover 
adapted to areas where anthracnose diseases are prevalent. 
Mammoth or Sapling (7rifolium_ pratense). Larger, coarser 
and about two weeks later in maturing than Medium Red Clover. 
Only one crop can be harvested each season. 
White Dutch Clover (Trifolium repens). Usually included in lawn 
grass mixtures; also valuable in permanent pastures. Sow in 
spring. 
New Zealand Certified Permanent Pasture White Clover. 
Differs from cultivated White Dutch Clover in that it has smaller 
leaves, stems and flower head. Also spreads by surface runners. 
White Sweet Clover (Melilotus alba). Grows 3 to 5 feet tall and is 
valuable for soiling; ensilage and bees. Lasts for years if cut before 
flowering and on rich soil will produce three crops a year. 
Birdsfoot Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus). 
for use In permanent pasture mixtures. 
excellent feed during hot summer months. 
Valuable plant for hay and 
Stays green and produces 
Korean Lespedeza 
The most popular of the Lespedeza family, growing about 114 feet 
tall. Grows readily in acid soil and reseeds itself. Drought-resistant; 
ready to cut in August. Sow February 1 to the last of May. 
Sericea Lespedeza 
A perennial for poor soil; withstands droughts and gives two or 
more cuttings per season after the first year. Cut when a foot high. 
Inoculate ail Legume Seed (Alfalfa, Clovers and Lespedeza) with Nitragin and insure a good stand. See page 48 
HAY and PASTURE MIXTURES 
Kentucky Blue Grass (Poa pratensis) 
Although it does well on most any good soil, Blue Grass requires 
about two years to become established and ts therefore often sown 
with other grasses. Sow in spring or fall. 
Tall Fescues 
Alta Tall Fescue. A deep-rooted, long-lived perennial grass with 
many shiny, dark green leaves coming from the crown of the plant. 
It makes a very close turf if conditions are favorable. 
Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue. Same characteristics as Alta except 
that it is more drought resistant. 
Orchard Grass (Dactylis glomerata) 
Anearly bunch grass which stays green in spite of heat and drought. 
Lasts for years. 
Rye Grass (Lolium multiflorum) 
An annual all-purpose grass used in lawn mixtures and for hay and 
pasture. 
Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium perenne) 
A splendid permanent pasture grass doing best on moderately 
moist soils. 
Red Top or Herd's Grass (Agrostis alba) 
Used in most Iawn mixtures and a good pasture grass. 
in low, wet meadows. Sow in spring or fall. 
Does well 
Timothy (Phleum pratense) 
This mportant hay and pasture grass should be sown at the rate 
of 12 pounds per acre in spring or fall. One popular mixture uses 
10 pounds Timothy and 6 pounds Clover; another has 8 pounds 
Timothy, 6 pounds Clover (Alsike or Mammoth), 6 pounds Red 
Top and 10 pounds Alta Fescue to the acre. 
Bolgiano’s Permanent Pasture Mixture 
These mixtures are composed of only the best germinating seeds 
and are sure to give satisfaction. 
For Uplands: A special mixture of the best grasses and clovers 
for establishing a permanent pasture. 
For Lowlands: A mixture of grasses and clovers adapted for moist 
or slightly sour lowlands. 
Dwarf Essex Rape 
An annual resembling kale which furnishes good pasture for 
poultry and livestock within six weeks after sowing. 
Golden Foxtail Millet 
Makes an enormous yield of hay which should be cut just as the 
heads begin to form. Sow from May through July. 
Hairy Vetch (Vicia villosa) 
Valuable as a winter cover crop to prevent leaching and to turn 
in for fertilizer. It 1s also a good forage plant. 
Sudan Grass (Holcus sudanensis) 
Similar to Timothy in food value, this provides an easily cured 
hay forage crop. Must be cut before frost. Sow in late spring. Often 
sown with Soy Beans—20 pounds Sudan Grass and one bushel Soy 
Beans to the acre. 
For other grasses refer to page 1 
Open Pollinated FIELD 
Reid’s Yellow Dent. (100 days.) The 10-inch yellow ears have 
small red cobs covered with 18 to 20 rows of deep grains. Grows 
better than 8 feet tall. A consistent prize-winner at shows. 
Hickory King. (115 days.) Grows over 8 feet tall, with a splendid 
root-growth. Ears contain 8 rows of large broad kernels; small 
cob. A great white Corn especially recommended on poor soil. 
Popular for roasting ears and early feed in the South. 
Boone County. (110 days.) A pure white Corn on a white cob. 
There are generally 20 or more rows of deep kernels on the heavy 
10 to 11-inch ears. Boone County Is a heavy yielder of extra- 
quality Corn. 
Eureka Ensilage. (115 days.) Many years of watching and selecting 
seed has developed this best of all silo Corn until the rapid-growing 
plants now reach a height of 15 feet with a large amount of fodder 
and 3 or 4 Jong ears to the stalk. 
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CORN Hybrids 
Yellow Dent Hybrid U. S. 13. (110 days.) The most popular 
certified yellow hybrid in the Middle Atlantic section because it 
meets the requirements of so many farmers. Large show-type ears, 
11 inches long, with 16 rows of deep kernels. Loose shuck; ideal 
es type. Deep-rooting plants that yield well in a wide variety 
of SOUS, 
V.P.1. 645. (118 days.) This certified yellow hybrid ts a little later 
than U. S. 13 in maturity. Ears are medium long, with smooth, 
dented kernels. It is quite resistant to stalk rot. Quality of grain 
is excellent and yields are high. 
Vi25W. White Dent. (115 to 120 days.) This is one of the most 
popular white varieties. High-yielding, vigorous, low, sturdy 
stalks produce big, pure white, low-placed ears. Well protected 
and easy to husk. Good grain quality and easy to handle me 
chanically. 
F. W. BOLGIANO & CO., INC. 
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