"DISCO" SELECTED GRASS SEED 
[f is high time for American farmers to give more oftenion to grasses 
We strongly recommend that stock raisers contem¬ 
plating improving their pastures act conservatively, 
beginning with a comparatively small area, which 
should be prepared just as well as it can be pre¬ 
pared. The trouble has been in the past that attempts 
have been made to change the picture all in one 
season. 
BROME GRASS (Bromus inermis) 
Grows to an average height of 30 inches. The 
leaves are medium large and the leaf growth is very 
abundant. 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. Can 
supply Canadian No. 1 seed, as well as domestic 
seed. Seed very scarce this year. 
WESTERN RYE GRASS or SLENDER 
WHEAT GRASS (Agropyron tenerum) 
This is one grass which we never hesitate to rec¬ 
ommend. 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 Smuhii) 
A grass native to the Great Plains region where it 
will give good results with a small amount of mois¬ 
ture. 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 condi¬ 
tions. 
REED CANARY GRASS 
(Phalaris arundinacea) 
A HARDY PERENNIAL GRASS SUITABLE FOR 
HAY AND PASTURE 
Boggy or marshy land can be transformed from a 
liability into an asset by seeding with Reed Canary 
Grass. Seed should be broadcast 5 to 6 pounds per 
acre, drilled 2 to 3 pounds per acre in 16 to 18 inch 
rows. 
TIMOTHY (Phleum pratense) 
Almost too well known to necessitate any descrip¬ 
tion. A hardy perennial, having strong resistance to 
both cold and drought. Timothy will produce from 
1 V 2 to 3 tons of hay per acre, and should be cut 
when just coming into flower. 
MEADOW FESCUE or ENGLISH BLUE 
GRASS (Festuca pratensis) 
A very useful grass for permanent pasture; makes 
excellent hay. Sow 15 pounds to the acre. 
DOMESTIC RYE GRASS 
(Lolium multiflorum) 
Well adapted for quick pastures, meadows and 
lawns. Can be closely cropped, and will give two 
and sometimes three good cuttings of hay in a sea¬ 
son. Will thrive almost anywhere, but will give best 
results on moderately rich soil. Should be sown at 
the rate of 20 to 30 pounds per acre. 
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. 
About 10 to 15 pounds 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 one-half inch. 
BLUE GRAMA GRASS 
(Bouteloua gracilis) 
It is adapted to the wide range of soil and climatic 
conditions 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. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (Poa pratensis) 
Also known as "June Grass." Produces an ex¬ 
cellent pasture of beautiful verdant green, and is 
particularly adapted for seeding on a pasture field 
surrounding the home, where a good sod is desirable. 
Sow from 30 to 40 pounds per acre. 
RED TOP, Solid Seed (Agrostis vulgaris) 
Also known as Herd's grass, grows most luxuri¬ 
antly on moist, rich soils; very robust; produces 
strong, thick roots and makes a firm sod; very desir¬ 
able for pasture purposes. Will succeed well on 
alkali land where other grasses fail. Sow 10 to 12 
pounds of solid seed per acre. 
ORCHARD GRASS or COCKSFOOT 
(Dactylis glomerata) 
A very useful grass, sown alone or combined with 
other grasses for permanent pasture. One of the ear¬ 
liest grasses in the spring; unusually productive. 
PERMANENT PASTURE and 
MEADOW MIXTURES 
a.—For high and dry land. b.—For good, rich land, 
neither too wet nor too dry. Probably the most eco¬ 
nomical seeding for permanent pasture. We blend 
those most desirable grasses in proper proportions, 
to insure abundant pasture and maintain it for the 
longest possible time. Tell us your location and your 
soil conditions, we will gladly advise you. Estimate 
seeding, approximately 20 pounds per acre. 
TIMOTHY and ALSIKE MIXTURE 
The mixture we offer of these two desirable grasses 
is blended in such proportion as years of experience 
have shown to give the most desirable combinations. 
TIMOTHY and MEDIUM RED CLOVER 
MIXED 
This also makes a very useful mixture for temporary 
meadow, and gives a heavy crop of excellent hay of 
high feeding value. 
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HOUSES. MITCHELL AND REDFIELD, S. D.—EMMETSBURG. IOWA 
