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H. G. Hastings & Co., Seedsmen, Atlanta, Georgia. 
ALFALFA 
Alfalfa or Luoerne Clover 
OR LUCERNE CLOVER 
We are using this ilhistratlon of Alfalfa, not because of any special beauty but because It lllustraies 
the wonderful deep rooting qualities of this most valuable plant after it has been established three or 
four years. 
Alfalfa is more talked about and more widely planted now than almost any other in the world. If 
your land has never grown Alfalfa be sure and inoculate the seed with Farmogerm for Alfalfa. This 
ins\tres the presence in the soil of the bacteria necessary to bring this plant to full success. (Karmo- 
germ for Alfalfa in 1 acre bottles $2.00 per acre. Full directions for use with every bottle). (See page 79). 
Alfalfa is the most valuable permanent clover that can be grown. Adapted to the whole of the 
South, except Peninsular Florida, where its success is doubtful, from climatic conditions. Once well 
established it is perpetual, furnishing from 3 to 5 cuttings a year. Its nutritive value is of the highest. 
The growth is remarkably strong, and the roots often penetrate 20 to 30 feet into the subsoil, bringing 
up valuable plant food that would never be available otherwise. This deep rooting puts the plant for¬ 
ever beyond the reach of drought after the first season. No farmer in the South, with stock, can aftbrd 
to let Alfalfa go wilhout trial. Sow in thoroughly prepared soil at rate of 15 pounds per acre, broad¬ 
cast. Although fall sowing is preferable, yet good results can be obtained from early spring sowing. 
It is well worthy a faithful trial and careful attention the first year until it becomes thoroughly estab¬ 
lished. But one cutting should be made the first year. Cut when coming Into bloom, as the hay is 
better at that period. Bo not sow on wet land. High and rather dry is preferable to any oiher. 
Higliest Grade Seed. Pound, 40 cents; postpaid. Peck and bushel prices subject to market fluotua- 
rious. Write for close market prices. 
A valuable farm crop, largely used for pasturage and soil improvement. Yields 2 
AS-GU V)J.UVt.r ty 3 cuttings per year. First crop makes rich feed and is the most valuable for hay. 
Clover draws nitrogen from the air largely, and is one of the best soli renovating crops. Clover intel¬ 
ligently used is the farmer’s best friend. Should be used as a rotation crop. Sow either in fall or 
spring. September and March are the best months. Pound, by mail, postpaid, 35 cents; 3 pounds, 
postpaid, $ 1 . 00 . Subject to fluctuations in market'prices. Write for prices when ready to buy. 
^oes well in almost all lands of the Central South, but prefers moist land. 
TT VilUVcr Thrives better than other clover on land containing iron. Sow either in fall or 
spring, 5 to 6 pounds per acre. 45 cents per pound, postpaid. 
rki- T AenAflA’zn ^ valuable Southern clover. Grows well on either 
•japan viiuvci wi A.jcapcucAa poor or rich soil. On poor land it assumes a creeping 
habit; on rich land a bush form, making a vigorous plant, growing 12 to IS inches high. Sow either in 
-prlng or fall, 10 to 15 pounds per acre, harrow in to a depth of to 2)4 inches, according to character 
of soil, then roll or firm the soil in most convenient way. Makes better grazing than any other except 
Bermuda. Well adapted to fertilizing and soil enrichinent. Its abundant long tap roots and laterals 
decaying, render the soil porous and leave in it much valuable matter. The roots penetrate several 
feet deep, enabling the plants to bear severe dry spells, also bring up from the subsoil valuable plant 
food. Sow in fall in Florida. In Georgia, Texas, Alabama and Mississippi sow in March. 4-ounce 
packet, 15 cents; pound, 45 cents; postpaid. 10 pounds by freight or express, $3.00; lOO pounds, $25.00. 
Bermuda Grass fj’Sir.Sy'TnVe' 
count of its persistent efforts to spread through 
its underground and surface runners, we believe 
it to be the best summer pasture grass for the 
Central and Lower South. It grows on all kinds 
of .soil from the heaviest clay to the lightest 
sand, and furnishes abundant and nutritious 
pasture. No pasture grass will give you so 
great returns when given as little fertilizer as 
will Bermuda. Seed should be sown at the rate 
of 5 to 6 pounds per acre between April 1st and 
June 15th. Seed will not germinate when 
ground is cold, and under favorable conditions 
requires 20 to 30 days to germinate. New crop 
seed arrives during the month of February 
from Australia and no orders wiil be filled be¬ 
fore that time. Packet (2 ounces), 15 cent3;_J4 
pound, 25 cents; pound, 85 cents; postpaid. 
Special prices on lots of 5 pounds or over. 
Med Top or Herd’s Grass 
An excellent hay and pasture grass. Succeeds 
on a great variety of soils, but does best on 
heavy or low, moist, stiff soils. We handle none 
but fancy cleaned seed of best grade. Per 
pound, postpaid,35 cents: 3 piounds, $1.00. Not 
prepaid, bushel (14 pounds), about $2.50. Write 
for clo^e [irices. 
Kentucky Blue Grass 
So well known that it needs no description. 
0\ir seed is the best that Kentucky produces, 
clean pure and of highest vitality. February 
and March are the best spring months for sow¬ 
ing. Seed crop very short. Fancy re¬ 
cleaned seed. Pound, 40 cents, postpaid. 
Bushel (14 lbs.), not prepaid, about $3.75. 
lied Top or Herd’s Grass 
Burr Clover, Crimson Clover, Hairy, Winter or 
Sand Vetch, Rescue and other Grasses are for 
summer and fall jilantin^s only. For description 
and prices see Hastings’ Summer and Fall Cata¬ 
logue, issued in July. 
