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CLOVERS—(Continued) 
KOREAN LESPEDEZA, Lespedeza stipulacea, Annual type—A 
variety growing and maturing more rapidly in the spring than 
other annual strains. Produces spreading to erect growth, de- 
pending upon thickness of stand. Very leafy in nature, the foli- 
age being retained after the plant is mature. 1 lb. 30c; 10 lbs. 
$2.00. 
JAPANESE LESPEDEZA (Lespedeza sericea) Perennial type — 
Grows much larger than the annual type, producing many stems 
to each crown. Said to compare with alfalfa in feed value. 
FENUGREEK 
Trigonella foenum-graceum—A clover-like plant popular as a 
soil improvement crop. Prefers a medium textured soil of good 
drainage. Plant in the fall months up to the middle of December, 
following the harvesting of such crops as sugar beets, tomatoes, 
etc. Hardy, makes considerable growth during winter months 
when many other green manure crops are at a‘standstill. Pro- 
duces succulent vigorous growth; plow under about April of the 
following spring. Develops a deep penetrating root system 
covered with nitrogen fixing nodules. Sow 20 lbs. per acre. 
1 Ib, 40c; 10 lbs. $3.00. 
1 lb. 25c; 10 Ibs. $2.00. 
LADINO CLOVER — Unexcelled for Pasture 
Prices on Ladino Clover fluctuate. Write for prices on quantities larger than quoted in this catalog. Prices are postpaid to fourth zone. 
During the past few years the increas- 
ing use and widespread planting of Ladino 
Clover for forage and pasture purposes 
has been so phenomenal that Ladino is 
now of major importance as a forage crop 
in California. It has aptly been termed a 
crop which is turning our central valleys 
into a paradise of wealth. Ladino is prov- 
ing indispensable because it is adaptable 
to unlimited acreages where alfalfa is not 
suitable. 
There are many soils too heavy or too 
shallow for alfalfa, Ladino, having a very 
shallow root system, does not need a 
great depth of soil. Heavy soils are, in 
addition, more retentive of moisture which 
makes cn ideal condition for Ladino. Hard- 
pan close to the surface of the soil is bene- 
ficia] rather than detrimental, for it keeps 
the water within the reach of the plant 
roots for a longer period of time. 
Again, areas foul with sod forming 
weeds rapidly thin out alfalfa stands. 
Ladino, due to its tremendous spreading 
ahjlity by means of its elongating stems 
next to the ground, is able to compete with 
all such grasses. Even in sections infested 
with Bermuda, Ladino gives complete sat- 
isfaction if given plenty of water. 
Alfalfa wilt and dwarf diseases are be- 
coming increasingly serious in California. 
These diseases do not affect Ladino, which 
can be grown on such lands where alfalfa 

LADINO AN ALL-PURPOSE CLOVER FOR PASTURE, HAY OR SEED 
The above illustration brings out the invaluable use of Ladino particularly as a pasture 
crop. As such, Ladino produces a very heavy tonnage of rich succulent feed highly relished 
by all types of livestock. Chemical analysis shows a very high protein content, particularly 
in the immature or growing stage. For this reason, of wonderful value as a pasture for dairy 
cattle or sheep which require feed high in proteinaceous materials, especially the former for 
high milk production. 
Ladino hay is similarly of excellent quality. If considerable acreage is grown, use Ladino 
both for pasture and hay. The spring growth can be used entirely for pasture, the summer 
growth for hay, and the later growth for either pasture or hay, or as a seed crop—a practice 
now being considered by many of our California farmers. While the tonnage per acre for hay 
is not large for any one cutting, ‘because of the hay consisting mostly of leaves and leaf stems, 
the feeding value as stated is very high. 
Consider this high value of ladino together with its easy adaptability and culture: Grows 
on soil too heavy or too shallow for alfalfa; likewise, on soils too wet for the former; competes 
with sod-forming and pernicious grasses on fowl areas; grows on alfalfa-sick soil. Does this 
not give some idea of the ever-increasing importance of Ladino as a forage crop in this state? 

proves no longer profitable. On all such difficult areas and under the 
adverse conditions as mentioned above, with adequate irrigation 
Ladino prospers and succeeds, forming a long-lived pasture. Coupled 
with this also, its pasture value has been found unsurpassed, for the 
part of the plant available to the grazing animal consists mostly of 
the highly nutritious leaves. 
Lago Brand Ladino is a pioneer in the Sacramento and San Joaquin 
Valleys where it has a long reputation of the highest merit. Sow 5 to 
6 Ibs. per acre. Lago Brand Genuine Ladino Clover, 1 lb. $1.00. 

CULTURAL SUGGESTIONS FOR LADINO CLOVER 
Many growers have become discouraged with Ladino on first 
planting attempts, or disappointed, due often to the slow growth or 
poor showing of new Ladino stands. Such results, in most all in- 
stances, may be avoided if the necessary cultural requirements are 
given proper attention. 
In the preparation of the land prior to planting, two important fac- 
tors must be given due consideration. First, Ladino seed, because 
of its Very small size, must be sown on a very firm seed bed. Second, 
careful levelling and preparation of the land for thorough and easy 
irrigation is essential. 

Individual plant of Lago Brand Ladino Clover showing 
vigor and prolific branching habit. 
