QBJISS SEEDS 
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Fottler, Fiske, Rawson Co. 
CRASS SEEDS—Continued ffW' Prices on this page variable during the season. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (Poa pratonsis). A very widely distributed species, 
and without a rival as a pasture grass. Being of perennial habit, it will, when 
establis!M*d, hist indefinitely. One of the finest varieties of grasses for use in lawns, 
owing to the thick growth of sod. Blooming as it does the latter part of May, it 
can Ik* harvested alxiut June 1st and is one of the easiest grasses to cure. Seed may 
Ik; sown in the early Spring or during Septernlx'r. An excellent variety for turfing 
t<;rraec8 and emliankrmmts. When sown alone, 30 to 40 lbs. required for one acre. 
Lb. 20c., 100 lbs. $15.00. 
LIME GRASS (Elymus arenarius). Valuable on sandy seashore and railroad banks, 
etc. It tends with its tough, wide-spreading and thickly matting roots to prevent 
the drifting of the sand. Crop uncertain. 
MEADOW FESCUE (Festuca elatior). A valuable hay or pasture grass. It will 
thrive in wet and moist lamls; a rapid grower, and tends to keep down coarser 
grasses which frequent such localities, forming a thick sod which will stand the 
trample of cattle. When sown alone 40 lbs. arc reciuired for one acre. 
Lb. 20c., 100 lbs. $18.00. 
MEADOW FOXTAIL (Alopecurus pratensis). It is a valualile pasture grass, on 
account of its early and rapid growth and of its being greatly relished by stock of all 
kinds. 3 or 4 lbs. to the acre. Height 2 to 3 ft. Weighs 7 lbs. to bushel. 
Lb. 50c., 100 lbs. $45.00. 
RED TOP (.\grostis vulgaris). A highly recommended grass for permanent pasture 
and as meadow grass for hay. R(*d Top is especially valuable for sour and acid 
soils, swampy aiul meadow lands which are liable to overflow, and those that are not 
rich enough for Timothy or ('lover; it does not thrive on sandy or leachy soils, but 
w’ill adapt itself to a wider range of soils than any other grass. To obtain the best 
results from U(*d Top it should be harvested when in full bloom. It may be sown 
alone or with Timothy arui (.'lover; these additions increase the (luantity and quality 
of the hay. H(;d Top nuakes one of tlie b(;st grasses for lawn use, either sown alone 
or in connection with White (Uover or in a mixture with other grasses. 
Red Top, Fancy Cleaned. Use 14 to Ifl ll)s. to acre. Lb. 25c., 100 lbs. $20.00. 
Red Top, Unhulled. Use from 40 to 50 lbs. to the acre. Lb. 18c., 100 lbs. $12.00. 
ORCHARD GRASS. A good grass for hay crop, yielding nearly the same amount 
as Timothy and almost eciual in f(‘eding value. Orchard Grass will grow on almost 
every soil that is not saturated with water. It prefers a moderately dry soil with 
considerate sandy material. It is usu.ally sown in the Spring, but with favorable 
conditions may be^ sown in the Fall. One of the best 
grasses for sowing in shady places and among fruit trees 
in orchards. 35 to 40 lbs. required for one acre. 
Lb. 25c., 100 lbs. $20.00. 
RED FESCUE (Fcstuca rubra). Resists extreme drought; 
thrives on inferior soils, gravelly banks and exposed 
hills. 25 lbs. to acre. Lb. 30c., 100 lbs. $25.00. 
RHODE ISLAND BENT GRASS (Agrostis canina). It^ 
hardy, cre(*ping habit renders it desirable for close sward, 
also for lawns. Lb, 40e., 100 lbs. $35.00. 
Meadow Fescue 
ROUGH-STALKED MEADOW GRASS (Poa tri\dali.s). 
Highly estpomod in mixtures for permanent pastures. 
It is perennial. Succeeds best in soil rather moist and 
cool. 20 lbs. to acre. Lb. 45c., 100 lbs. $40.00. 
SHEEP FESCUE (Festuca ovina). Is well adapted for 
cultivation on light, dry soils, especially those which 
are shallow. Sow 35 lbs. to the acre. 
Lb. 35c., 100 lbs. $30.00. 
SWEET VERNAL ANNUAL (.\nthoxanthum odoratum 
puclli). Much smaller than the perennial, and of much 
less value, lasting one year only. 20 to 25 lbs. to acre. 
Lb. 25c., 100 lbs. $20.00. 
SWEET VERNAL, TRUE PERENNIAL (Anthoxanthum 
odoratum). Valuable for its vernal growth; throws up root 
foliage until late in .Vutumn. 2 to 5 lbs. to the acre when 
mixed with other sorts. Lb. 70c., 10 lbs. $6.00. 
TALL MEADOW FESCUE (Festuca elatior). Very pro¬ 
ductive; long duration; especially valuable for permanent 
pasture. Height 3-4 ft. 40 lbs. to the acre. 
Lb. 45c., 100 lbs. $40.00. 
TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS (Avena elatior). Most 
valuable for pa.stures on account of its early and luxuriant 
growth. Withstands extreme drought and heat or cold. 
50 lbs. to the acre. Lb. 30c., 100 lbs. $25.00. 
TIMOTHY, or HERD GRASS (Phleum Pratense). The 
standard hay of commerce. The excellent quality of the 
hay and the ease of culture make it valuable. It is adapted 
to most soils, but succeeds best on moist loam and-clay, and 
crops are subject to soil and climate. The most profitable 
crops are obtained the first and second seasons. Timothy 
should be cut after the seed has formed and in full milk and 
at least four inches above ground. Timothy sown alone 
requires about 20 lbs. per acre; when sown with Red Clover 
tise 15 lbs. Timothy and 5 lbs. Red Clover, It may also 
be sown with Wheat, Oats or Barley. Prices fluctuate. 
Market price, from $4.00 to $5.00 per bus. 
VARIOUS-LEAVED FESCUE (Festuca heterophylla). Grows 
naturally in open woodlands or along their borders. It 
makes its best growth on low-lying lands not too dry. 
Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. Lb. 35c., 10 lbs. $3.00. 
WATER MEADOW GRASS (Poa aquatica). For wet 
situations this is very \tseful, growing well in manshes or on 
margins of lakes, streams, etc. Crop uncertain. 
WOOD MEADOW GRASS (Poa memoralis). Excellent for 
shaded positions in lawns and woodland parks. Very 
hardy, resisting extremes of heat and cold. 30 lbs. to the 
acre. Lb. 50c., 10 lbs. $4.50. 
