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"DISCO" SELECTED GRASS SEED 
If Is high ilme for American farmers fo give more affenfion fo grasses. 
“The time is bound to come when more thought 
must be given the pastures of the Northwest. The 
native grasses must eventually give way to such 
mixtures that will produce a more continuous 
growth during the growing season, and much more 
feed.*’ * 
We strongly recommend that stock raisers con¬ 
templating improving their pastures act conserva¬ 
tively, beginning with a comparatively small area, 
which should be prepared just as well as it can be 
prepared. The trouble has been in the past that 
attempts have been made to change the picture all 
in one season. This might have been accomplished 
if weather conditions had been ideal, but it is very 
seldom that we have ideal weather conditions, and, 
furthermore, there is a great deal yet to learn in the 
matter of suitable pastures on every farm, and a 
conservative policy of going slowly and deciding 
that it is better to take several years to accomplish 
what you set out to do, and do it well, than to 
attempt to do it all in one year, and fail. 
BROME GRASS (Bromus inermis) 
Also known as Austrian Brome, Hungarian Brome, 
Russian Brome, and smooth Brome. Grows to an 
average height of 30 inches. The leaves are medium 
large and the leaf growth is very abundant. The 
roots push through the ground like those of quack 
grass, hence they soon fill the soil. Because of this 
quality this grass can endure any amount of cold. 
It is also able to stand any amount of heat such 
as is experienced in the temperate zone. It comes 
up in the spring early and grows through much of the 
summer when a reasonable amount of moisture is 
present and continues to grow until severe frost. 
Essentially a pasture grass, but also makes good hay. 
Stock relish it and it will furnish pasture for a 
long period each year. Will grow and succeed in a 
greater variety of soils than almost any other grass. 
Can supply Canadian No. 1 seed, as well as domestic 
seed. 
BROME-ALFALFA MIXTURES 
This mixture is rapidly gaining in popularity, due 
to the fact that the nitrogenous nodules not only 
feed the Bromus Grass, but also the alfalfa roots 
will prevent the Bromus from getting sod-bound. 
It is a proven fact that Brome Grass seeded alone, 
once it gets sod-bound, ceases to produce a paying 
crop until drastic action is taken, such as heavy 
double discing. 
Experiments conducted at Saskatoon, Saskatche¬ 
wan, Canada, clearly shows the advantage of sowing 
the Brome-Alfalfa mixture instead of Brome Grass 
alone. Mixture 
Brome Grass Alone Brome Grass & Alfalfa 
1935 . 1,045 lbs. 4,119 lbs. 
1936 . 587 lbs. 2,050 lbs. 
1937 . 326 lbs. 1,595 lbs. 
1938 - 1,099 lbs. 2,975 lbs. 
WESTERN RYE GRASS or SLENDER WHEAT 
GRASS (Agropyron tenerum) 
This is one grass which we never hesitate to 
recommend. Its hardy, drought resistant nature 
has made it a favorite, especially in the Great 
Plains region where moisture is rather limited as 
a rule. May be used for either pasture or hay. 
WESTERN WHEAT GRASS 
(Agropyron Smfthii) 
A grass native to the Great Plains region where 
it will give good results with a small amount of 
moisture. Very hardy, makes excellent pasture, and 
the hay is relished by stock. Once established it 
should last for years, as it is acclimated to adverse 
conditions. 
CRESTED WHEAT GRASS 
(Agropyron cristatum) 
This variety of grass is a native of the cold, dry 
plains of Northern Russia, a climate which in many 
respects resembles our own Great Plains area. The 
accompanying illustration will answer many ques¬ 
tions, as to why this grass is so well adapted to 
withstand the rigors of winter and the heat of sum¬ 
mer. Nature taught this grass to go down deep for 
moisture. Crested Wheat Grass is high in protein 
and makes very palatable hay, is a good pasture 
grass, has a longer productive period than any other 
tame grass and starts growth in the spring earlier 
than any other grass. About 10 to 15 lbs. per acre 
is the required amount when seeded with a grain 
drill which in our opinion is the best method for 
seeding. 
Sow Crested Wheat Grass just as soon as you can 
get on the land in the spring. If fall seeding is more 
desirable, sow in September or October. Here’s a 
little piece of good advice. Never sow Crested 
Wheat Grass deeper than ^ inch. Seed being very 
reasonable this year, why not plant a large acreage? 
Crested Wheat Grass is without question the deepest rooted 
grass known. Here is a photo of the root system of a two 
year old single plant of Crested Wheat Grass. It has a maxi¬ 
mum spread of 48 inches and a maximum depth of 97 inches. 
BLUE GRAMA GRASS 
(Bouteloua gracilis) 
This is the first year we have been able to offer 
this variety of permanent pasture grass. It is 
adapted to the wide range of soil and climatic con¬ 
ditions in the Great Plains area, “its natural habi¬ 
tat.” Dwarf growing, excellent for pasture, and 
when once established is permanent. Closely resem¬ 
bles the well-known Buffalo Grass. Only a limited 
quantity to offer. 
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The DAKOTA IMPROVED SEED COMPANY 
