RIBSAM’S LAWN GRASS SEEDS 
The preparation for laying down lawns is too often hastily and imperfectly made. The first point is to 
get the ground shaped to the desired grade, after which the whole area should be spaded to a depth of 5 to 6 
inches. Sufficient subsoil should be removed so that at least 3 inches of good soil will overlay the whole in all 
places. If drainage is poor in certain sections of your lawn, drains should be laid wherever necessary. An 
application of lime is always advisable on newly built lawns and should be applied at the rate of 50 pounds 
to 1,000 square feet. Lime will correct excessive acidity. A generous application of organic matter such as 
Hyper Humus, dehydrated Cow Manures and Bonemeal, should be applied and mixed with the upper 
3 inches of your plot. Not only does organic matter improve the texture and structure of your soil but it 
provides a favorable medium for nitrifying bacteria which is conducive to good plant growth, and increases 
and lengthens the availability of moisture and plant food. Rake and roll the area smooth, care being taken 
that no ridges and depressions are present. Then roll firmly, and after a light raking, sow RIBSAM’S 
RELIABLE GRASS MIXTURES at the rate of 1 pound to 150 or 200 square feet. Rake lightly and then 
roll firmly. Sowing may be done in the months of March, April or May and will form a good lawn before 
August. The Fall sowing of grass seed should be done in the months of August and September. A thick 
seeding will serve to choke out undesirable weed growth and make a smooth, even lawn. 
Prices subject to change 
RIBSAM’S EVERGREEN LAWN GRASS SEED 
From yearly comparative trials, has proved to be unsurpassed for first-class and permanent results. This is 
due to the fact that we use only the very finest varieties of the most suitable grasses, thoroughly recleaned, free 
from all chaff and weed seeds. This seed will produce a green, smooth, velvety sod free from such varieties of com¬ 
mon grasses as produce clumps and knots on the lawn, which so frequently spoil the desired smooth and deep effect. 
Lb. 35c., 2 lbs. 65c., 5 lbs. $1.50, 10 lbs. $2.75, 20 lbs. $5.25, 100 lbs. $25.00 
RIBSAM’S CHOICE LAWN GRASS SEED 
This is composed of choice selected grasses, with White Clover, of neat, compact growth and will produce 
fine sward. 
Lb. (measures somewhat near a quart) 30c., 2 lbs. 55c., 5 lbs. $1.25,10 lbs. $2.25,20 lbs. $4.25,100 lbs. $20.00 
RIBSAM’S SHADY NOOK LAWN GRASS MIXTURE 
Uusually it is quite difficult to obtain a satisfactory growth of grass under trees and in shady places. For sowing 
in such places we recommend the use of this special mixture. It will quickly produce an abundant and even growth 
of beautiful green grass. The grasses used in making this special mixture are only those that are well adapted fo r 
growing in shade. Lb. 35c., 2 lbs. 65c., 5 lbs. $1.50, 10 lbs. $2.75, 20 lbs. $5.25, 100 lbs. $25.0 q 
RIBSAIVTS TERRACE SOD GRASS SEED 
Realizing the difficulty experienced by the majority of lawn makers in getting a thick turf which will hold the 
soil on terraces and high slopes and prevent washing by heavy rains, we have, after much experimenting, established 
a mixture which admirably fills this need. This mixture has been carefully blended so as to contain various gra&ses 
of rapid, dense, even growth and strong root system w’hich will insure a permanent, beautiful slope. 
Lb. 30c., 2 lbs. 55c., 5 lbs. $1.25, 10 lbs. $2.25, 20 lbs. $4.25, 100 lbs. $20.00 
LAWN GRASS MIXTURES SUGGESTED BY NEW JERSEY EXPERIMENTAL 
STATION 
1 lb. 
2 lbs. 
5 lbs. 
10 lbs. 
20 lbs. 
100 lbs. 
Formula No. 1— Standard mixture with Clover. 
. $0.40 
$0.75 
$1.75 
$3.25 
$6.00 
$28.00 
Formula No. la— Standard mixture without Clover... 
. . .35 
.65 
1.50 
2.75 
5.25 
25.00 
Formula No. 2 —For finest quality turf. 
.65 
1.25 
3.00 
5.50 
10.00 
45.00 
Formula No. 3 —For shaded areas. 
.60 
1.15 
2.75 
5.00 
9.25 
43.00 
Formula No. 4 —-Poor or sandy soils. 
.60 
1.15 
2.75 
5.00 
9.25 
43.00 
Above mixtures should be used at the rate of 1 lb. 
to 200 sq. 
ft., 100 lbs. 
to the 
acre 
