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Lawn Grass Seed 



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PREPARATION AND CARE OF LAWNS 



THE ground should be thoroughly drained and well enriched before 

 sowing. Work the soil until well pulverized, and have the surface 

 as smooth as possible, so that the grass may present an even ap- 

 pearance. After sowing, cover seed lightly and follow with roller. The 

 best results are obtained by using plenty of seed, four bushels to the 

 acre being about the right quantity. One quart is sufficient for 300 

 square feet. Let the grass obtain a good start before cutting, and then 

 it should be trimmed with a lawn-mower about every ten days. Old 

 lawns may be improved and renewed by the application of fertilizers 

 and seeding about half the quantity of seed required for new lawns. 

 This should be done whenever they show any thin places. 



GRIFFITH & TURNER CO.'S 



EVERGREEN LAWN GRASS 



This is a first-class mixture prepared bv ourselves, and containing nothing 

 but choice seeds — just the thing for tennis, croquet and ball grounds, re- 

 maining green and fresh during the hot summer months. Widely known and 

 extensively used on the finest private and public grounds around Baltimore, 

 Washington and elsewhere with the most satisfactory results. Nothing add* 

 to the attractiveness of suburban homes more than a well-kept, closely-cut, 

 velvety lawn ; hence the importance of securing the best seeds. This we offer 

 m our selected Evergreen Lawn Mixture, containing different varieties that grow and flourish at different months of the year, so that 

 a rich, green, velvety lawn is constantly maintained. It is adauted to the small grass plots of city homes. Pint, 15c. Quart, 

 25c; by mail, 30c. V^-Peck, 75c. Peck. $1.50. Bushel of 20 pounds, $6.00. By freight or express not prepaid. 



PARK LAWN GRASS 



This mixture does not contain so much of the high-priced grasses as our Evergreen Lawn Grass, but it is superior to many of 

 the cheap grades offered, and will make a very nice lawn. Quart, 25c. Peck, $1.25. Bushel of 16 Pounds', $5.00. 



GRIFFITH & TURNER CO.'S GOLF LINK MIXTURE 



There being a growing demand for a grass mixture suitable for golf and cricket grounds, we have made a study of the grasses best 

 adapted to these purposes, and have them mixed in proper proportions to give desired results. Many of the public and private grounds 

 around Baltimore and other places have been sown with our mixtures, and the grounds have won the admiration of thousands of 

 visitors. It is highly essential that golf and cricket grounds should be mowed closer than ordinary lawns. 14 pounds to; 

 bushel. Bushel, $6.00. 10-Bushel Lots, $5.50 Bushel. 



SHADY NOOK GRASS 



On nearly all lawns there are bare spots under the shade of trees. With this mixture the above can be easily corrected. It is a 

 combination of grasses which are found growing in the woods in their natural state. Ground that has been densely shaded by trees is 

 frequently "sour" and is apt to be covered with. moss. In such cases apply slacked lime at the rate of one bushel per thousand square 

 feet, but the moss should be first removed with a rake. Price: lib., 35c. 5 lbs., $1.65, Bushel of 20 lbs., $6.00. Add 8c. for postage. 



"TERRACE'' SOD MIXTURE 



A special mixture of grasses best suited for sowing on terraces, railroad embankments and side hills — grasses that produce strong, 

 spreading roots, thus preventing heavy rains from washing them out: that will withstand drought and exposure, thrive on shallow 

 soils, and at the same time produce a rich, velvety green turf throughout the season. Qt., 35c. Peck, $2.00. Bushel of 20 lbs., $6.00. 



WHITE DUTCH CLOVER (trifolium repens) 



The best variety for lawns, as it forms a close herbage and remains green throughout the season. It is also valuable when mixed 

 with grass seeds for pasture. Sow in spring at the rate of 6 pounds per acre when sown alone ; half the quantity when sown with 

 other grasses. Pound, 60c. By mail, 65c. 10 pounds, by express, not prepaid, $6.00. 



4LI PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 



