GRASSES AND CLOVER 
< The ideal time for sowing Grass and Clover Seeds, in the latitude of Norfolk, is from March 
to May in the spring and from September to November in the fall, except where noted. 
As a rule, most people are far too careless with regard to the quality of the grass and clover seeds they buy. It requires an experienced 
eye to detect the various grades of these seeds, and, indeed, it is no uncommon thing for us to meet persons who are entirely ignorant 
of the fact that different grades exist. To them clover is clover, whether it be old or new, pure or full of noxious weeds. Like everything 
else, grasses and clovers may be had to order at any price, but the farmer who thinks that he has saved money by buying cheap 
seeds need feel no surprise if he fails in getting a stand, or if his fields are covered the next season with weeds previously unknown. 
The purity and germination of our grass and clover seeds may be relied upon with the same confidence that is universally felt 
with regard to our garden and flower seeds. ° 
SPECIAL GRASS MIXTURES FOR MEADOWS AND PASTURES 
No. 1. Pasture Mixture for light sandy soil. Composed 
of grasses and clovers including Tall Meadow Oat Grass, 
Red Top or Herd’s Grass, Serecia, Korean and Common 
Lespedeza. (Write for prices.) 
No. 2. Pasture Mixture for good loam soil. Composed 
of grasses and clovers, including Kentucky Blue Grass, 
Red Top, Orchard Grass, Meadow Fescue, White Dutch 
Clover, Red Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. (Write 
for prices.) 
No. 3. Pasture Mixture for heavy soil. Composed of 
grasses and clovers, including Kentucky Blue Grass, 
Carpet Grass, Meadow Fescue, White Dutch Clover, Red 
Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. (Write for prices.) 
No. 4. Pasture Mixture for low land. Composed of 
grasses and clovers, including a predominant amount of 
Meadow Fescue, Red Top, Carpet Grass, Timothy, Alsike 
Clover and Lespedezas. (Write for prices.) 

GRASSES 
On all items below, write for prices on larger quantities 
7 > (Astoria Creeping). Rapid-growing 
Bent, Ag rostis Tenuis. grass. Its ert growth, spreading 
habit, deep green and fine-leaved foliage make it very useful for 
fine lawns and putting greens. Prefers a moist soil. Height, 12 to 
18 inches. Bu., 16 lbs. Sow 385 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 85c; 5 lbs., 
$4.00; 10 lbs., $7.50, postpaid. 
. (Agrostis Capillaris). Sometimes called 
Bent, Colonial * Brown Top and nearly identical with Rhode 
Island Bent. Makes excellent turf and is permanent in cool climates 
under close cutting. Lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $4.00; 10 Ibs., $7.50, postpaid. 
' ' (Seaside Creeping). Another use- 
Bent, Ag rostis Palustris. ful grass for lawns, although the 
foliage is not so deep as the above variety. Adapts itself to almost 
any soil, and spreads by means of surface runners. Height, 12 to 
18 inches. Bu., 16 lbs. Sow 35 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 85c; 5 lbs., 
$4.00; 10 lbs., $7.50, postpaid. 
Bermu da (Cynodon Dactylon). For hot and dry locations in 
* the South, this variety is well adapted. Does best 
when sown in warm weather, preferably in May and June. Height, 
6 to 12 inches. Bu., 36 lbs. Sow 15 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 40c; 5 Ibs., 
$1.65; 10 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. 
(Poa Compressa). A hardy perennial grass 
Blue, Canada. adapted to sandy and gravelly soils. For pas- 
ture and dairy use and well adapted to the eastern and middle 
states. Height, 10 to 18 inches. Bu., 14 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. 
Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.45; 10 lbs., $2.75, postpaid. 
(Poa Pratensis). This well known species 
Blue, Kentucky. requires several years to become thor- 
oughly established, but when once well set, will last indefinitely 
and improve each year, enduring the hottest summer. While of too 
short a growth for hay, as a pasture grass it is extremely valuable, 
very productive, and nutritious. Its smooth, even growth, spread- 
ing habit, fine texture and rich green color make it one of the best 
grasses for lawns. Height, 10 to 18 inches. Bu., 21 lbs. Sow 35 
Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 35c; 5 Ibs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75, postpaid. 
Known also as Louisiana Grass, and recom- 
Carpet Grass. mended for the Coastal Plain area of the 
South for pasture grass. It should be sown in the South for pasture 
grass only. It should be sown from early spring until early summer. 
It is strictly a pasture grass and does splendidly when sown with 
Japan Clover. Bu., 28 lbs. Sow 15 Ibs. to the acre. Lb. 35c; 5 Ibs., 
$1.50; 10 lbs., $2.75, postpaid. 
’ ‘1 (Cynosurus Cristatus). A useful vari- 
Crested Dog s-Tail. ety for pastures, and a splendid grass 
for fine lawns. Does well in shaded situations. Height, 12 to 18 
inches. Bu., 30 lbs. Sow 30 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.10; 
10 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. 
. (Festuca Rubra). This creeping-rooted 
Fescue, Chewings. species thrives on all sorts of soils, 
forming a close and lasting turf. Is very valuable as a lawn grass 
for shady spots. Height, 18 to 24 inches. Bu., 22 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to 
the acre. Lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.50; 10 Ibs., $6.75, postpaid. 
(English Blue Grass). (Festuca Pratensis). 
Fescue Meadow. For ae inna pasture or for hay, Meadow 
Fescue will prove very satisfactory. It does not attain its full 
productive power until 2 or 3 years after sowing. Succeeds best in 
cold, moist light soil. Height, 3 feet. Bu. 22 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to 
the acre. Lb., 35c; 5 Ibs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.50, postpaid. 
Oat, Tall Meadow (Avena Elatior). This very valuable 
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grass produces an early and luxuriant 
growth and in the Southern states is very much used for pastures 
and hay. It is much relished by cattle. Height, 24 to 36 inches. 
Bu., 12 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.30; 10 lbs., 
$2.45, postpaid. 
O rch ard (Dactylis Glomerata). Most employed in permanent 
* meadows, either for pasture or mowing. Very hardy, 
and thrives better than any other grass in nearly all sorts of cli- 
mate and soil. The hay is of excellent quality, and it will endure 
considerable shade. Cutting should be done while in flower, as 
stalks tend to mature hard. Height, 24 to 36 inches. Bu., 14 lbs. 
Sow 35 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.30; 10 lbs., $2.45, postpaid. 

HERD’S. (See Red Top, page 42). 
LAWN GRASS. (See inside front cover). 
MILLET. (See page 37). 
The market prices of Grasses and Clovers are constantly changing; quotations by mail or 
wire furnished upon application. In large quantities they are sold strictly net cash, “F. O. B. 
Norfolk,” quotations subject to change without notice. 

Remember we deliver free at catalog prices—except where noted. Write for special prices In large quantities 
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA 
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