F. LAGOMARSINO & SONS, SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 4\ 
STRAWBERRY CLOVER (Trifolium fragiferum) 
Adapted to Conditions Adverse for all Other Clovers 
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One of our newer clovers, destined to become more widely 
used due to its ability to grow under conditions adverse or 
entirely unsuitable for any other variety of clover. The following 
are the chief virtues of Strawberry Clover: 
1. This clover will grow on seeped, saline or alkaline soils 
which are considered as waste lands. Tests have shown that it 
will make a good growth in association with salt grass, etc., 
established stands having survived a salt concentration of over 
3 per cent during both winter and summer. Little growth, how- 
ever, is made under such high concentrations. Its growth is by 
no means limited to such areas, as it thrives on low, moist, non- 
salty soils as well. 
2. Strawberry Clover makes its best growth in very wet or 
moist soils, thereby being valuable for poorly drained areas, or 
where there is flooding. Tests again have shown it has the 
ability to withstand flooding from one to two months. 
3. Strawberry Clover is able to thrive under great extremes of 
temperatures ranging from 40 degrees below zero to high sum- 
mer temperatures. 

4. Stands when once established are long-lived. Several 
plantings have been known for 30 years or more. 
5. All types of animals and poultry have grazed Strawberry 
Clover with good results. Its use is mainly limited to pasturage, 
as it seldom grows high enough to harvest for hay. Feeding tests 
have determined it is as rich in animals feed units as many of 
the different types of White Clover. 
6. While rotational grazing naturally favors higher produc- 
tion, it has been grazed continuously from early spring until late 
fall without affecting the stand. 
7. The blossoms are visited by honey bees in large numbers, 
indicating this clover is a good honey plant as well. 
The main plant characteristics of this perennial clover are a 
very low spreading type growth of creeping stems which root at 
the nodes. Flower heads are round, being pink and white in 
color. This clover deserves more widespread testing in our own 
section of the state. 1 lb. 75c; 10 lbs. $5.50. 
PLANT CALIFORNIA BUR CLOVER 
Hardy — Vigorous Growing — Ideal for Cover Crop, Pasture, and Ranges. 
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Bur Clover (Medicago hispida denticu 
lata) is an annual clover increasing in 
prominence each year because of its many 
uses and easy adaptability. 
First, it proves very useful as a catch or 
cover crop. The plants branch profusely 
from the crown, forming from 10 to 20 
spreading or decumbent branches from 6 
to 30 inches long. The roots are extremely 
fibrous and spread widely in the soil. 
Hence, washing and leaching of the soil 
are prevented during the winter months, 
and the soil is enriched with valuable 
nitrogenous material if the crop is later 
turned under. Decays rapidly when turned 
under, very shortly becoming incorporated 
into the soil, an important feature to con- 
sider of any cover or green manure crop. 
Second, as a pasture crop it is excellent 
for hogs, sheep, and cattle. Sown either 
alone or for permanent pastures in combi- 
nation with perennial grasses and other 
clovers. Insures abundant winter feed dur- 
ing the time many species are dormant. 
Very desirable results are obtained in 
seeding ranges during the fall with Bur 
Clover. Though an annual in growth, it 
reseeds itself readily each year, covering 
the ground during the winter months. 
Third, while preferring a moist well-drained soil for its maxi- 
mum development, it thrives even on poorly drained soils. The 
only two prerequisites necessary for its success are fairly mild 

BUR CLOVER USEFUL FOR FALL SOWING ON RANGES 
For ranges, ur clover makes an excellent winter and spring growth for feed purposes. On 
ranges where grasses have become sparse due to heavy grazing, or more especially on burnt 
over areas, bur clover will easily turn such sections again into profitable range lands. In the 
case of burnt over areas, sow seed right in the ashes which makes for an excellent seed bed. 
Sowing should be made as early as possible in the fall to insure the full benefit of fall 
rains permitting the clover to establish an early growth. On ranges which are being grazed, 
permit animals to continue feeding after seed has been sown, as this practice helps to trample 
seed into ground, thereby inducing quicker germination of the seed. 
A light sowing of 5 to 8 pounds per acre proves most satisfactory. On ranges covered with 
heavy vegetation, or growth, the sowing of bur clover has not proven too successful and is 
therefore not recommended. 
winter conditions, as experienced in our interior valley and foot- 
hill areas, and sufficient moisture provided by winter rains. 
1 Ib. 30c; 10 Ibs. $2.50. 
MELILOTUS INDICA 
(Yellow Annual Melilot or Sour Clover) 
Melilotus Indica Develops Luxuriant Tonnage of Growth for Cover or Green Manure Crops 
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Another annual clover, being more extensively used each year 
for cover crop purposes. Outstanding because of its high fertil- 
izing value and the large tonnage of growth produced for incor- 
poration into the soil. The well defined tap root penetrates deep 
into the soil and the numerous lateral roots spread in all direc- 
tions. The root system is covered with nitrogen fixing bacterial 
nodules which utilize atmospheric nitrogen, and place this in a 
form usable by succeeding crops. Succeeds on most any type 
soil, even on wet or poorly. drained soils, making a vigorous 
growth during the winter. Orchardists use it extensively as a 
cover crop in peach, walnut, citrus, etc., orchards. Equally as 
good for any open type land. For best results, plough under 
when in full bloom. Has limited use as a feed for livestock. Can 
be pastured off during the early part of the growing season, and 
then permitted to grow again for a good growth for turning 
under. While the plant contains a bitter tasting compound known 
as ’’Cumarin”, this flavor is not objectionable to livestock if pas- 
tured while plants are young and tender. 1 lb. 25c; 10 lbs. $2.00. 
