Sunset’s Quality Lawn Seeds 
Our Lawn Seeds are the finest and highest grade obtainable. We supply large quantities of our 
seed to the Government Posts in and around San Francisco and also to the Navy Department. 
HOW TO PRODUCE A GOOD LAWN 
After the ground is thoroughly worked, roll it before 
seeding, to prevent it from settling unevenly, and then 
rake the surface lightly. Sow the seed so as to cover the 
ground thoroughly, and then cover it lightly with soil. 
Roll again so as to press the seed in firmly. If you have 
no roller, use boards and tramp on them so as to pack 
the ground firmly, but a roller is preferred. 
New lawns should not be allowed to dry out, not 
even for a half day. For the first 15 days the lawn should 
be watered twice a day if necessary. 
A lawn should be fertilized after the first cutting, 
and at least twice a year. Water well after applying. 
We recommend Sunset Special Lawn and Garden Fer¬ 
tilizer. See this page below. 
Sow the seed thick enough at the start and save 
yourself a lot of unnecessary work. Use 1 pound to a 
space 10 x 10 feet. 
Warning. Do not use the so-called rotted manure. 
It is full of wild clover and other weed seeds. Pests, 
such as slugs, snails, beetles, etc., get a start through 
eggs and larvae in such manure. A few pounds of good 
fertilizer is equal to a sack of manure. If you want a 
moisture-holding material for top-dressing use peat; it 
is clean. 
All prices on Lawn Seed are postpaid within the Fourth Zone 
Lawn Seed prices are subject to change without notice 
Pacific Rye G rass (Genuine Pacey’s Rye 
Grass). This Grass is similar to the Australian 
Rye Grass but has a finer leaf and is longer 
lived. Lb. 40c.; 10 lbs. $3.50. 
Chewing’s Fescue. Forms a close, lasting turf, 
succeeding well under poor conditions. It is 
used extensively in lawn and putting-green 
mixtures. Lb. 85c.; 10 lbs. $8.00. 
Creeping Bent (Genuine Seaside). Being of 
fine texture, this Grass is excellent for lawns 
and putting-greens, as it makes a low, velvety 
growth. Lb. $1.75; 10 lbs. $15.00. 
Kentucky Blue Grass. Fancy; extra clean. 
The most popular Grass for lawns. It is dark 
green and of dense-growing habit, making a 
beautiful turf in a heavy or black soil. Lb. 
60c.; 10 lbs. $5.50. 
Red-Top Grass. Gives a quick effect and suc¬ 
ceeds on all soils, though doing best on moist 
soils. Should be in all lawn mixtures. Lb. 
60c.; 10 lbs. $5.50. 
White Clover. Of dwarf habit, with creeping 
stems, rooting at joints, thus making an excel¬ 
lent turf that stands constant tramping. Used 
for lawn-planting, either alone or in mixture 
with Grass Seed. Lb. 75c.; 10 lbs. $7.00. 
Park Lawn Mixture. (Formerly known as 
Golden Gate.) This mixture of hardy Grasses 
contains a little white clover and forms a thick 
strong turf that will stand hard usage. Lb. 
^ 55c.; 10 lbs. $5.00. 
Shady Nook Mixture. Contains Grasses for 
making good lawns in shady places and under 
trees. Lb. 85c.; 10 lbs. $8.00. 
Sunset Special Lawn Mixture 
This Mixture will produce the finest lawn in almost any location. It is composed of five 
grasses and white clover, and is the result of many years’ experience. It will produce that 
beautiful velvety green lawn that everyone admires. One pound will sow a space 10 x 10 feet. 
Lb. 60c.; 5 lbs. $2.75; 10 lbs. $5.50. 
Sunset’s High-Grade Fertilizers 
Sunset Special Lawn and Garden Fertilizer 
The best all-round Fertilizer for general garden use. It peps up lawns in a few days’ time. Use 3 to 
4 pounds to 10 x 10 feet of lawn. Water immediately after applying. Use 3 to 4 tablespoonfuls to rose bush. 
Dust along the rows of sweet peas and other plants. It works like magic. Used by the U. S. Government 
(War Department), Letterman General Hospital, Marine Hospital, Fort McDowell, Cypress Lawn 
Cemetery, etc. 
Contains 6 per cent Nitrogen, 9 per cent Phosphoric Acid, 6 per cent Potash. The most economical 
Fertilizer based on coverage and results. 3 lbs. 30c.; 10 lbs. 75c.; 25 lbs. $1.50; 50 lbs. $2.50; 100 lbs. $4.00 
(plus sales tax). Postpaid prices to the Third Zone are: 3 lbs. 45c.; 10 lbs. $1.05; 25 lbs. $2.05; 50 lbs. 
$2.50, freight or express collect; 100 lbs. $4.00, freight or express collect. 
Aluminum Sulphate. For rhododendrons. Use 2 to 
4 ounces per plant, depending on the size. Spread 
directly under the plant. 2 lbs. 25c.; 5 lbs. 50c.; 
10 lbs. 90c. 
Bonemeal. 5 lbs. 30c.; 10 lbs. 50c.; 25 lbs. $1.00; 50 
lbs. $1.75; 100 lbs. $3.00. 
Pure Blood and Bone. (Ground.) 3 lbs. 25c.; 10 lbs. 
75c.; 25 lbs. $1.25; 100 lbs. $4.00. 
Blood Meal. 3 lbs. 25c.; 10 lbs. 75c.; 25 lbs. $1.50; 
50 lbs. $2.75; 100 lbs. $4.75. 
Leaf Mold. 5 lbs. 25c.; 10 lbs. 45c.; sack $1.25. 
Potting Soil. Specially prepared for house plants, win¬ 
dow-boxes, etc. Small bag 25c.; sack $1.00. 
Imported Peat. Fine for holding moisture and top 
dressing. Lb. 10c.; 10 lbs. 60c. Compressed bale, 
$4.00; f^bale $2.25. One bale will cover 350 square 
feet 1 inch thick. Our Peat is the best grade and 
the largest size bale. 
Pulverized Sheep Manure, “GROZ-IT” Brand. 
5 lbs. 25c.; 10 lbs. 45c.; 25 lbs. 65c.; 50 lbs. $1.00; 
100-Ib. sack $1.75; 3 sacks $5.00; 5 sacks $8.00; 10 
sacks $15.00. Delivered free in San Francisco. 
Pulverized Sheep Manure, Golden Gate Brand. 
Free from weeds and harmful matter. 10 lbs. 35c.; 
25 lbs. 65c.; 80-Ib. sack $1.40; 3 sacks $3.75. We 
deliver free in San Francisco. 
Insecticides, Fungicides, Garden Supplies 
We carry a complete stock too numerous to catalog. Write for prices and information if interested. 
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SUNSET SEED AND NURSERY CO. 
1720 Ocean Ave., San Francisco, Cal. 
