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GREY’S SPECIAL LAWN GRASS SEED MIXTURES 
All Strictly Recleaned and Carefully Tested for Purity and Germination 
All grasses sold f. o. b. Boston. Bags extra. Owing to the variations in market value, the prices quoted below are subject to change without notice. Write 
tor special prices on larger quantities. 
WRITE FOR PRICES. 
Grey’s Special Recleaned Lawn Grass Seed 
In recommending this grade to our customers we are recommending a mixture which cannot be excelled 
for general lawn purposes. Weight 32 lbs. per bu. Sow 64 lbs. per acre. Per lb. 60c, per 100 lbs. $50.00 
GREY’S SPECIAL BENT GRASS MIXTURE. A combination of Bent 
grasses and red top which will produce a turf much finer in texture than a 
lawn of the ordinary type. Per lb. $1.25. 
GREY’S GRASS MIXTURE FOR SHADED LAWNS. Fine grasses selected 
especially for locations partially shaded by buildings or trees. Weight 24 
lbs. per bu. Per lb. 65c, per 100 lbs. $55.00. 
GREY’S BANK AND TERRACE GRASS MIXTURE. This mixture is 
composed of deep rooting varieties which will give satisfactory results on 
steep inclines or terraces. Per lb. 60c, per 100 lbs. $50.00. 
GREY’S NO. 2 LAWN GRASS MIXTURE. To meet the requirements of 
those desiring a moderate-priced lawn seed, and suitable for various soils. 
This mixture is composed of such varieties as to produce a permanent, 
heavy turf. Weight 20 lbs. per bu. Per lb. 50c, per 100 lbs. $40.00. 
Our aim is purity, quality and service. We are pleased at all times to quote prices on special grass mixtures, and for those 
wishing mixtures of their own formula, we will either ship the varieties separate, or mix them to the customer’s instructions. 
Special Mixtures for Tennis Courts, Golf L inks. Etc. 
PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET CHANGES 
The following mixtures used on many prominent golf courses, etc., in this vicinity, have given entire satisfaction. 
Fair Green Mixture. For general use on golf links. Per lb. 50c, 100 lbs. 
$45.00. 
Putting Green Mixture. A combination of grasses best suited to produce a 
close, firm and lasting turf which will endure frequent cutting. Per lb. 75c, 
100 lbs. $65.00. 
Tennis Court Mixture. A mixture of fine grasses especially adapted to 
tennis courts, which will bear trampling without injury. Per lb. 60c, 
100 lbs. $50.00. 
Ball Grounds Mixture. This mixture is used by both the Leagues in Boston 
with the most satisfactory results. Per lb. 45c, 100 lbs. $35.00. 
Bowling Green Mixture. Mixtures of fine, hardy grasses, especially adapted 
for bowling greens. Per lb. 60c, 100 lbs. $50.00. 
Seashore Lawn Grass Mixture. A mixture of fine grasses selected for their 
deep rooting qualities. Per lb. 50c, 100 lbs. $45.00. 
Bent Grasses for Lawns and Putting Greens 
PRICES SUBJECT TO MARKET CHANGES 
The various Bent Grasses have come into wide use for lawns and putting 
handsome, velvety texture. 
Colonial Bent. A fine, hardy, very compact grass; very permanent, readily 
forming a heavy sward. Per lb. $1.25. 
Creeping Bent (Agrostis stolonifera). One of the most valuable lawn grasses 
because of its short growth and deep green, fine-leaved foliage. Per lb. $1.50. 
German Mixed Bent (European Agrostis). Makes beautiful thick velvety 
putting greens and lawns. Per lb. $1.50. 
greens as they thrive in nearly all soils and produce a low, velvety sward of 
Rhode Island Bent. A fine, hardy, very compact grass; excellent for lawns. 
Sow 4 bus. per acre if alone. 14 lbs. per bu. Per lb. $1.25. 
Seaside Bent or Cocoos Bent (Agrostis stolonifera compacta; Agrostis mari- 
tima). A creeping variety valuable for lawns and putting greens, producing 
a velvety turf of beautiful texture. Per lb. $1.50. 
Velvet Bent (Agrostis canina). A variety which is ideal for the finest lawns. 
This is the dwarfest of the turf grasses. Per lb. $6.00. 
All strictly recleaned and carefully tested for purity and germination. 
Chewing’s New Zealand Fescue. A splendid grass of creeping habit, form¬ 
ing a close and lasting turf. An excellent grass for golf courses. Per lb. 
90c, 100 lbs. $85.00. 
Fine-Leaved Fescue (Festuca tenuifolia). Its dwarf habit and fineness of leaf 
render it suitable for dry slopes on lawn. Weight 22 lbs. per bu. Per lb. 
$1.25, 100 lbs. $115.00. 
Italian Rye Grass (Lolium italicum). Valuable for mixing with other pasture 
grasses; sow 50 lbs. to the acre. Per lb. 25c, 100 lbs. $20.00. 
Kentucky Blue Grass (Poa pratensis). For pasture and lawns it has no 
superior. Weight 14 lbs. per bu. Per lb. 45c., 100 lbs. $35.00. 
Meadow Fescue (Festuca pratensis). One of the best grasses for permanent 
pasture. Sew 40 lbs. per acre. Per lb. 35c, 100 lbs. $30.00. 
grasses sold f. o. b. Boston. Bags extra. Prices subject to market changes. 
Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium perenne). Valuable where mixed with other 
grasses for lawns, golf links, etc. Per lb. 35c, 100 lbs. $25.00. 
Red Top (Agrostis vulgaris). Fancy Recleaned Seed. Absolutely clean and 
free from chaff. 36 lbs. per bu. Per lb. 40c, 100 lbs. $30.00. 
Red or Creeping Fescue (Festuca rubra). A creeping rooted grass forming a 
close and lasting turf. Per lb. $1.00, 100 lbs. $90.00. 
Rough Stalked Meadow Grass (Poa trivialis). It thrives on moist, rich soils 
and in sheltered situations. Per lb. 55c, 100 lbs. $50.00. 
Sheep’s Fescue (Festuca ovina). This is especially valuable as it thrives on 
poor, light or gravelly soils. 16 lbs. per bu. Per lb. 60c., 100 lbs. $50.00. 
Timothy, “Herd’s Grass” (Phleum pratense). It is generally sown with 
Red Top and Red Clover, and makes the most valuable hay. 45 lbs. per 
bu. Per lb. 20c., 100 lbs. $15.00. 
Choice Grass Seeds 
All 
Clover Seeds 
Prices subject to change with the market. 
Alfalfa, Genuine Grimm. The strong branching roots of Genuine'Grimm 
Alfalfa prevent winter'killing. Sow 15 to 20 lbs. per acre. Per lb. 60c., 
100 lbs. #50.00. 
Alsike or Swedish (Trifolium hybridum). Hardiest of all the Clovers, and 
on rich, moist soil yields an enormous quantity of hay or pasturage. 
Per lb. 55c, 100 lbs. $45.00. 
Red Clover, Medium (Trifolium pratense). The leading variety of Clover 
for pastures or meadows. Requires deep rich soil. Sow in spring. Fer 
50c, 100 lbs. #40.00. 
White Dutch Clover (Trifolium repens). The best variety for lawns, as it 
forms a close herbage and remains green throughout the season; valuable 
when mixed with grass seeds for pasture. Per lb. 60c., 100 lbs. 350.00. 
Seed Grain, Etc. 
All Grains sold f. o. b. Boston. Bags extra. Prices subject to market 
changes. 
Great care is used in the selection of our seed grain. We endeavor to 
have each kind true to name and free from mixture and foul seeds. Samples 
and special quotations for large quantities sent on request. 
RYE. Sow 1 Yi bus. per acre. (56 lbs. per bu). 
Winter “Rosen.” For fall sowing. Per bu. $3.00. 
WHEAT. Sow U /2 bus. per acre. (60 lbs. per bu.). 
Winter, Klondyke Bald. White grain. Per bu. $4.00. 
VETCH, Sand, Winter or Hairy (Vicia villosa). Thrives on poor, arid, 
sandy soil, and can be sown either in spring or fall. If cut as soon as 
full grown and before flowering, a second growth will be made. Sow 40 
to 50 lbs. per acre. Per bu. of 60 lbs. $12.00. 
A. B. MORSE COMPANY. HORTICULTURAL PRINTERS. ST. JOSEPH MICH 
