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GRASS—Continued 
A Shady Lawn with Afternoon Shadows 
A FEW TIPS ON 
GROWING GRASS IN THE SHADE 
There are several important factors in growing a successful 
lawn in the shade. Any one of these which is not followed out 
will cause a failure. (1) Plant very early in the Spring or late 
in the Fall so that the young plants will not have to contend 
with shade at the very start. (2) Use seed which is adapted 
to the shade and not ordinary seed (even though it may be 
high priced) which is designed for the sun. (3) Do not attempt 
the impossible such as trying to grow grass under copper 
beeches, evergreens or maples, etc., with low branches and 
roots on the surface taking all available moisture. Improperly 
fed or prepared ground, needless to state, will cause failure. 
It is well to plant shady seed before April 15th in the Spring 
and after September 15th in the Fall. Seed mixtures high in 
Rough Stalked Meadow often called Poa trivialis and Chew¬ 
ing’s Fescue are suitable for shady spots. Almost without 
exception, soil under trees is acid probably from the con¬ 
tinuous drip of rain from leaves and branches with acid and 
toxic materials. Lime should be applied at the rate of about 
25 lbs. per 1000 square feet while a second application can be 
made later if necessary. An average of 40% of the roots of 
trees feed in the top foot of soil so grass in the shade must be 
continually fed. In the Spring a quick acting fertilizer is 
advisable while a slow acting one like bone meal is splendid in 
the Fall. Another problem is soil structure. Compact soils 
should be provided with proper drainage and a friable, loamy 
top soil should be installed. A soil composed of too much 
sand needs soil of a heavier texture and organic materials. 
It is often possible to trim trees allowing sunlight to filter 
through and at the same time the clearance of branches will 
prove of benefit to the tree. 
All of these conditions may discourage the reader in regard 
to growing grass in the shade. There are, however, some 
advantages over sunny lawn building. 
A partly shaded lawn may save the grass from burning. 
Afternoon shade is more desirable than morning shade as 
grass may wilt badly when suddenly exposed to the sun. Few 
weeds will be found in the shade and we also find 100% absence 
of crab or fall grass which is a real asset. Landreths’ Shady 
Place Lawn Seed Mixture is composed of fancy recleaned 
grasses properly blended and will give results where it is 
possible to grow grass provided the planter properly does bis 
part in preparation and upkeep. 
HERBS 
Sow One Ounce to Ten Yards of Row. Herbs are very 
ornamental, many bearing really lovely flowers; they of course 
impart a strong, spicy taste and odor to various culinary opera¬ 
tions. Those marked with a ★ are perennial, and when 
once established, may be preserved for years. Of these, 
sow the seed very carefully in seed-beds about the middle of 
Spring, and the following Autumn or Spring transplant to 
convenient situations. The others are annuals. 
ANISE—55 Days. Flowers White. Root and leaf somewhat 
like celery. 14 to 16 inches tall. Used for garnishing, season¬ 
ing and cordials. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 45c lb. $1.55 
★BALM—55 Days. Whitish Flowers. Lemon flavored 
leaves used in seasoning liqueurs, etc. Pkt. 10c 
BORAGE—60 Days. Flowers excellent for bees, and for 
garnishing cool drinks. Leaves used in salads. Flowers blue, 
star shaped. Flavor is like cucumber. Foliage very fuzzy. 
Pkt. 10c oz. 20c lb. 55c lb. $1.75 
CARAWAY— 60 Days. Cultivated for seeds which are used 
in seasoning confectionery, pastry and meat. Flowers white. 
Foliage like carrot. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 30c lb. $1.00 
CHERVIL, CURLED—60 Days. Divided light green leaves. 
Used in seasoning salads. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 40c lb. $1.25 
★CHIVES —Tops used for flavoring. Endures for years. 
Pkt. 10c oz. 40c \i lb. $1.25 
CORIANDER— 50 Days. 24 inches. Seeds used for seasoning. 
Flowers white. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 30c lb. $1.00 
DILL, MAMMOTH—70 Days. 24 inches. Seeds very flat, 
used in flavoring pickles and preserves. Foliage small and 
feathery, and flowers attractive yellow. 
Pkt. 5c oz. 10c 34 lb. 25c lb. 75c 
FENNEL FLORENCE—60 Days. Bulb is usually boiled a,nd 
used in fish sauces. The stalks when blanched often eaten like 
celery. Pkt. 10c oz. 20c 34 lb. 55c lb. $1.75 
★FENNEL SWEET—60 Days. 24 inches, thick-set plant. 
Leaves large and finely cut, almost forming a head with wide 
straight interior. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 45c lb. $1.50 
HOREHOUND—55 Days. Leaves used in flavoring and in 
cough remedies. Pkt. 10c oz. 50c 
★LAVENDER—60 Days. Seed germinates very slowly. 
Flowers used for scenting clothes, and for manufacturing 
perfume. Flowers lilac-blue. Pkt. 10c oz. 30c 34 lb. $1.00 
★MINT, OLD FASHIONED—70 Days. For making mint 
sauce and julep. Spreads rapidly by means of underground 
shoots. Pkt. 10c 
PENNYRO YAL—65 Days. Leaves are used for seasoning 
puddings. Low growing plant with bluish-lilac flowers. Pkt. 10c 
PIMPINELLA ANISUM. See Anise. 
★ROSEMARY—70 Days. Foliage dark and shining. Flowers 
light blue. Used infseasoning and for aromatic oil. 
Pkt. 10c oz. 75c 
★SAGE—70 Days. Long gray-silver leaves produced in 
profusion, used for seasoning stuffings. Plant 12 inches tall. 
Flowers blue. Pkt. 10c oz. 35c 34 lb. $1.05 lb. $3.50 
★SORREL—70 Days. Can be eaten raw for salad, or boiled 
like spinach. Pkt. 10c o*. 15c 34 lb. 50c lb. $1.75 
SUMMER SAVORY—60 Days. Small purple flowers, used 
for coloring and flavoring. Pkt. 10c oz. 15c 34 lb. 40c lb. $1.25 
SWEET BASIL—60 Days. Tall, light green. Very aromatic. 
Used for seasoning. Very productive in foliage. 18 inches. 
Flowers purple. Pkt. 10c oz. 20c 34 lb. 60c 
SWEET MARJORAM—70 Days. Small mouse-eared foliage 
used for seasoning. 18 inches. Flowers purple. 
Pkt. 5c oz. 25c 34 lb. 75c lb. $2.50 
SWEET WOODRUFF. See Waldmeister. 
★TARRAGON—65 Days. The leaves, dried or fresh, are 
steeped in vinegar, which adds a much desired flavor. Pkt. 10c 
★THYME, ENGLISH—70 Days. Used for seasoning and 
for making tea for nervous headaches. Small dark-green wiry 
foliage. Lilac flowers. Pkt. 10c oz. 35c 34 lb. $1.20 lb. $4.00 
★THYME, FRENCH—70 Days. Common or Narrow Leaf 
Thyme. Leaves and young shoots used for seasoning. Lilac 
flowers. Pkt. 5c oz. 50c 3^ lb. $1.75 
WALDMEISTER (Asperula odorata)—70 Days. Used for 
scenting clothes and flavoring purposes. Pkt. 10c 
★WORMWOOD — 70 Days. For flavoring, medicine and 
liqueurs. Pkt. 10c oz. 45c 
